Madeline (snacks) is a governance, risk, and compliance professional who brings a hacker's curiosity to the compliance world. Fluent in both red- and blue-teaming, she spends her time testing tools and writing her own code to keep pace with new technologies and threats. Being a GRC practitioner allows her to blend technical skills with legal know-how on a daily basis. She spends the rest of her free time designing courses and presentations to advance GRC and technical communities, in hopes of inspiring others toward careers they too, enjoy.

Madeline (snacks) is a governance, risk, and compliance professional who brings a hacker's curiosity to the compliance world. Fluent in both red- and blue-teaming, she spends her time testing tools and writing her own code to keep pace with new techn... Show more

Cornelia Oberndorfer is Lead Security Management Consulting at Deutsche Telekom MMS, focusing on cybersecurity, digital sovereignty, and secure digital transformation. With a background in IT security and forensics and experience as a Product Owner in digital platforms, she bridges technology, business, and regulation. Her work centers on making security a strategic driver for innovation and resilience.

Cornelia Oberndorfer is Lead Security Management Consulting at Deutsche Telekom MMS, focusing on cybersecurity, digital sovereignty, and secure digital transformation. With a background in IT security and forensics and experience as a Product Owner i... Show more

Emmanuel Elolo Agbenonwossi is a specialist in artificial intelligence public policy, digital governance and cyber diplomacy, with more than 10 years of experience advising governments, regional organisations and multilateral institutions in Africa and the Global South. He is the architect of the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy of the Republic of Guinea, developed with the United Nations Development Programme, where he led the national AI ecosystem assessment and structured the strategic vision for 2026–2035. At the regional level, he drafted AI ethical governance guidelines for 7 francophone African countries, supporting the integration of human rights, accountability and public interest safeguards into AI policy frameworks. He regularly serves as a lead expert for institutions including the African Union, ECOWAS, UNECA, ITU, UNESCO, Smart Africa, the Internet Society and ICANN. His work focuses on AI governance, ethics and human rights, data governance, digital sovereignty and the geopolitical implications of algorithmic systems.

Emmanuel Elolo Agbenonwossi is a specialist in artificial intelligence public policy, digital governance and cyber diplomacy, with more than 10 years of experience advising governments, regional organisations and multilateral institutions in Africa a... Show more

I sit at the intersection of AI governance, cybersecurity compliance, and federal/defense policy — translating emerging regulatory frameworks into defensible AI Zero Trust architectures supporting SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. My background spans U.S. Army Special Ops and Intelligence communities and senior advisory roles to the defense industrial base. Currently at Zscaler leading compliance strategy across federal, defense, and international regulated markets. I'm a NIST SP 1800-35 co-author, CSA ZT Working Group member, published author and conference speaker on compliance-aligned cybersecurity transformation. Recent work includes developing an SMB AI-driven vCISO & GRC intelligence platform, integrating automated risk scoring against EPSS, KEV, and regulatory severity signals.

I sit at the intersection of AI governance, cybersecurity compliance, and federal/defense policy — translating emerging regulatory frameworks into defensible AI Zero Trust architectures supporting SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. My background spans U.... Show more

Jordan is a patent attorney living in Durham, NC. He focuses his practice on patent prosecution and counseling primarily in the areas of electronics and software. He served as a submarine officer in the Navy before working as a software engineer and then later attending UNC Law. Jordan’s academic background is in astronomy and physics.

Jordan is a patent attorney living in Durham, NC. He focuses his practice on patent prosecution and counseling primarily in the areas of electronics and software. He served as a submarine officer in the Navy before working as a software engineer and ... Show more

Dr. Miller is currently the Chief Strategy Officer & CISO for Vero AI. His career spans over 30 years in information technology management and regulatory compliance. He is currently on the NIST’s Content Review Board, a Member of the ISO Programme Committee on Privacy, a Content Writer/Committee Chair for CSA's AI Governance and Compliance, and a member of the NIH Privacy Advisory Council.

He holds a Doctorate in Information Systems Management from University of Oxford, as well as degrees from USC, NCST, Trevecca Nazarene University, Colorado Christian University, and SBTS.

He currently maintains certificates for AAIA - Advanced AI Auditor, CCSFP - HITRUST Certified CSF Practitioner, CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional, CBCM - ISO 22301 Certified Business Continuity Manager, CBCP - Certified Business Continuity Professional, NFPA 1600 Specialist, NFPA 3000 (PS) Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response, CRCMP -Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional, ISO 31000 Certified Internal Controls Risk Analyst, EDRP - EC Council Disaster Recovery Professional, CEHP - Certified Expert HIPAA Professional, and ISO 27001 Foundation - Information Security Certification.

Dr. Miller is currently the Chief Strategy Officer & CISO for Vero AI. His career spans over 30 years in information technology management and regulatory compliance. He is currently on the NIST’s Content Review Board, a Member of the ISO Programme Co... Show more

For Reuters, I focus on securities regulation, consumer finance and prudential oversight. I was previously a Congo-focused anticorruption investigator for a transparency organization and have covered war crimes trials, resource corruption and human rights. My reporting sparked a foreign bribery probe of a publicly traded mining company.

For Reuters, I focus on securities regulation, consumer finance and prudential oversight. I was previously a Congo-focused anticorruption investigator for a transparency organization and have covered war crimes trials, resource corruption and human r... Show more

I am a Lawyer turned strategy professional with a background in Corporate M&A and a growing focus on business growth, transformation, and entrepreneurship.

After graduating with honours from LUISS Guido Carli University (GPA of 29/30), and gaining experience at Chiomenti, one of Italy’s leading law firms, I transitioned from advising on complex and cross-border M&A transactions to working closer to the strategic forces that shape business decisions.

I am currently a Business Analyst at M-HUB, contributing to strategy, growth, and transformation projects within an international and entrepreneurial consulting venture.

I am a Lawyer turned strategy professional with a background in Corporate M&A and a growing focus on business growth, transformation, and entrepreneurship. After graduating with honours from LUISS Guido Carli University (GPA of 29/30), and gaining... Show more

Stian jobber med å gjøre krav i ISO 27001, NIS2 og DORA forståelige og gjennomførbare i praksis. Han brenner for å forenkle det kompliserte, kutte unødvendig byråkrati og hjelpe virksomheter med å bygge tryggere og mer robuste arbeidsmåter som faktisk fungerer i hverdagen.

Stian jobber med å gjøre krav i ISO 27001, NIS2 og DORA forståelige og gjennomførbare i praksis. Han brenner for å forenkle det kompliserte, kutte unødvendig byråkrati og hjelpe virksomheter med å bygge tryggere og mer robuste arbeidsmåter som faktis... Show more

Luigi is a managing attorney at Lone Star Legal Aid. Their teams help appeal evictions, publish disaster content, and make legal information accessible to self-representing persons (SRLs) across the state of Texas. SRLs have access to legal interviews and document assembly, text reminders and information about eviction appeals, and videos explaining legal topics. Visitors are guided to targeted information about real property, landlord/tenant, employment, benefits, and other legal topics.

Luigi is a managing attorney at Lone Star Legal Aid. Their teams help appeal evictions, publish disaster content, and make legal information accessible to self-representing persons (SRLs) across the state of Texas. SRLs have access to legal interview... Show more

Mr. Liles’s background is rather unique. In addition to a law degree, he holds a Master’s in Health Care Administration and an M.B.A. Robert has worked on the provider side (in hospital administration), as a Federal prosecutor and now represents physician and dental practices around the country in connection with Medicare, Medicaid and private payor audits and investigations. While working as a Federal prosecutor, he was asked to serve as the nation's first "National Health Care Fraud Coordinator" for DOJ’s, Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys. Since entering private practice, Robert has continued to build on his health care background and experience. He holds certifications as Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Medical Compliance Officer (CMCO).

Mr. Liles’s background is rather unique. In addition to a law degree, he holds a Master’s in Health Care Administration and an M.B.A. Robert has worked on the provider side (in hospital administration), as a Federal prosecutor and now represents phy... Show more

Holly DeNeve is an Indiana attorney whose career has centered on child welfare law. For more than ten years, she served at the Indiana Department of Child Services, working on critical cases that shaped the lives of children and families, particularly in St. Joseph County. Her work was defined by thoughtful preparation, steady focus, and a commitment to doing what was best for children, often without public recognition but with lasting impact.

She graduated from New Prairie High School in 2004 and earned a degree in political science with a minor in environmental studies in 2008, graduating magna cum laude. In 2011, she earned her Juris Doctor and passed the Indiana Bar Exam. From the beginning, she was drawn to public service, prioritizing the needs of vulnerable populations over private practice.

Holly began her legal career at the Department of Child Services as a temporary legal assistant before becoming a full-time staff attorney in St. Joseph County. She handled cases involving children in need of services, adoptions, guardianships, and termination of parental rights. Her responsibilities included drafting motions, preparing discovery, interviewing witnesses, and representing cases in court. Her calm demeanor and careful attention to detail earned her respect within the legal community.

Throughout her time in the department, Holly worked closely with judges, prosecutors, and caseworkers, staying informed on developments in statutes and case law. She was invited to present at several continuing legal education seminars, where she was recognized for her practical understanding and communication skills. In 2016, she briefly stepped away from the department but returned within months, continuing her service until September 2025, demonstrating her dedication to the work.

Beyond the courtroom, Holly and her husband actively supported their local community through donations and contributions to programs benefiting children and families. Her early legal experience assisting domestic violence survivors during law school strengthened her belief in accessible legal support.

Holly DeNeve now looks forward to launching a solo practice focused on mediation, guardian ad litem work, and child protection, continuing the same principles that have guided her throughout her legal journey.

Holly DeNeve is an Indiana attorney whose career has centered on child welfare law. For more than ten years, she served at the Indiana Department of Child Services, working on critical cases that shaped the lives of children and families, particularl... Show more

Mark is Principal at Fidel Consulting Group, ex-Ivanti exec, RiskSense co-founder, lawyer, finance pro, board leader, and NM community advocate.

Mark is Principal at Fidel Consulting Group, ex-Ivanti exec, RiskSense co-founder, lawyer, finance pro, board leader, and NM community advocate. Show more

Brittany Cox, MA, RDH, is a sustainable systems strategist and emerging policy architect, guiding healthcare into a planet-first future. With a Master’s in Oral Health Promotion and a postgraduate certification in leadership and coaching, Brittany bridges clinical expertise with environmental innovation. She consults with dental practices, manufacturers, and institutions to design sustainable systems that enhance patient care, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency.

Currently pursuing a legal education focused on environmental and health law, Brittany is expanding her mission to influence policy and reimagine the frameworks that govern healthcare. Known for her ability to translate complex challenges into practical strategies, she blends evidence-based insight with deeply ethical leadership. Through speaking, content creation, and consulting, Brittany equips industry leaders and organizations to align their operations with sustainability, without sacrificing excellence. Her work empowers practices and systems to do better by their people, their patients, and the planet.

Brittany Cox, MA, RDH, is a sustainable systems strategist and emerging policy architect, guiding healthcare into a planet-first future. With a Master’s in Oral Health Promotion and a postgraduate certification in leadership and coaching, Brittany br... Show more

Paola Gabriela Zaragoza Cardenales is a New York-barred attorney and academic specializing in intellectual property and corporate law. She holds an SJD from Indiana University, an LLM from UC Berkeley, and a JD-BBA from the University of Puerto Rico. She founded Zaragoza Cardenales LLC, offering legal services to entrepreneurs, and teaches at the University of Puerto Rico. 

Paola Gabriela Zaragoza Cardenales is a New York-barred attorney and academic specializing in intellectual property and corporate law. She holds an SJD from Indiana University, an LLM from UC Berkeley, and a JD-BBA from the University of Puerto Rico.... Show more

Prateek is a nationally recognized Cyber Defence Strategist and Cyber Forensics Expert with over 16 years of hands-on experience protecting digital ecosystems at scale. Currently serving as the Head of Operations for the Control and Command Centre & Cyber Forensics and Centre of Excellence at Maharashtra Cyber, he operates at the intersection of technology, governance, and national security, driving mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives for one of India’s largest states.

At the helm of ₹8.5 billion statewide cybersecurity transformation, Prateek directly oversees 75% of operational execution and resources, ensuring that strategy translates into real-world impact. His leadership spans the complete lifecycle of complex programs—from architecture design and risk analysis to multi-stakeholder coordination and compliance-driven delivery.

Renowned for his deep operational expertise, Prateek has led statewide cyber defence, safety, and forensic operations, assessed emerging advanced cyber threats, and various conducted search, seizure and arrest exercises to strengthen proactive security postures. His work consistently bridges the gap between cutting-edge cyber technology and ground-level enforcement, enabling faster, smarter, and more resilient responses to cybercrime. A defining milestone in his career is the conceptualization and execution of India’s first citizen-facing, fully automated cybercrime response system, powered by AI/ML and blockchain technologies—a pioneering initiative inaugurated and appreciated by the Hon’ble Chief
Minister of Maharashtra. This platform has redefined how citizens, law enforcement, and technology converge to combat cybercrime at scale.

For nearly two decades, Prateek has worked shoulder-to-shoulder with some of India’s most critical institutions, including the Maharashtra State Cyber Department, Indian Army Intelligence, UP Police Special Task Force, Special Investigation Teams, Income Tax
Department, and multiple Cyber Crime Police Stations. His influence extends beyond operations into mentorship and academia, where he actively shapes the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

A trusted media voice, Prateek is frequently invited as an expert commentator and panellist on leading national platforms such as NDTV, ET Now, News18, Zee News, Times Now, Times of India, India Today etc., offering clarity on complex cyber incidents, national security concerns, and emerging digital threats.

With a strong and long academic foundation spanning Engineering, Law, Data Protection and Social Work, Prateek brings a uniquely holistic perspective to the Cyber World - one that balances Technology, Law, Policy Making and most importantly Humanity.

As a speaker, Prateek is known for delivering insight-rich, real-world narratives drawn directly from frontline experience. His sessions challenge conventional thinking, inspire action, and equip audiences with practical frameworks to navigate today’s rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape.

Signature Speaking Topics
➢ Transforming cybersecurity at a national and state scale
➢ AI/ML-driven cybercrime detection and response
➢ Digital forensics in the age of sophisticated threat actors
➢ Building effective public–private cybersecurity partnerships
➢ Threat intelligence, red teaming, and proactive defence
➢ Cyber law, regulation, and governance in a digital-first world
➢ Entrepreneurship
➢ Digital Transformation

Prateek is a nationally recognized Cyber Defence Strategist and Cyber Forensics Expert with over 16 years of hands-on experience protecting digital ecosystems at scale. Currently serving as the Head of Operations for the Control and Command Centre & ... Show more

Dr. Roger Gothmann is Managing Director and Co-Founder of Taxdoo, a Hamburg-based TaxTech company and market leader in accounting for e-commerce. Before founding Taxdoo, he spent over ten years as a tax auditor and public official at the German Federal Central Tax Office and earned his PhD in banking and behavioural finance at the University of Hamburg.

He is a recognized voice on taxes, technology, and e-commerce in Germany, co-founder and CFO of the non-profit Tecitclub, and an early-stage investor in tech startups at the intersection of regulation and technology.

Dr. Roger Gothmann is Managing Director and Co-Founder of Taxdoo, a Hamburg-based TaxTech company and market leader in accounting for e-commerce. Before founding Taxdoo, he spent over ten years as a tax auditor and public official at the German Feder... Show more

Steven Okoye serves as Deputy General Counsel at EHE Health, which is a preventive health and telemedicine platform.

Steven Okoye serves as Deputy General Counsel at EHE Health, which is a preventive health and telemedicine platform. Show more

Max Genin is a Ukro-Israeli-Canadian international lawyer and global development leader working at the intersection of human rights, youth policy, and inclusive governance. He is an appointed Youth Advisor to the United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR), where he has guided advocacy efforts internationally, developed a microsite, and co-supported the UN Youth Rights Academy, training 40+ advocates with a focus on Colombia, Palestine, and South Africa. Max also represents the OHCHR on the UN Interagency Working Group on Youth under the Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, helping shape Member State commitments on youth in the Pact of the Future. He is North American Chair for the UN SDSN Global MDP Association, supporting SDG implementation across 35+ universities in 24 countries. In this role, he launched a Global Challenge evaluated by the World Bank and Global Environment Facility across 15 countries, supporting young people implementing field projects responding to poverty alleviation and climate action, and a Masterclass Series that reached over 1,200 underserved youth. He also organizes global events and UN engagements for youth leaders. He is the Executive Director of Afflican, a nonprofit pairing youth-led task forces with international development projects across four continents. Its mission is to reimagine humanitarianism through co-creation, local transformation, leveraging the brilliance of young changemakers. He also helped establish the first Youth Advisory Committee of Good Neighbours Canada and led grant work supporting women and girls in Bangladesh and Myanmar. Previously, Max led national social innovation pilot programs in Canada that advanced the Sustainable Development Goals, coordinated multi-stakeholder partnerships, and contributed to reforms in professional education legislation in Ontario. He has published legal work on cybercrime, international labour rights, and family law, and spoken at forums including the UN, the Vatican, and the Inter-Parliamentary Union. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Development at Harvard University, where he is a Student Ambassador for the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability and a Sustainability Leader at Harvard’s Office for Sustainability. He holds degrees in Law (Leeds), European Policy (European Institute), and International Development (LSE). Max’s work reflects a deep commitment to human dignity, social equity, intergenerational justice, and sustainable domestic and global change.

Max Genin is a Ukro-Israeli-Canadian international lawyer and global development leader working at the intersection of human rights, youth policy, and inclusive governance. He is an appointed Youth Advisor to the United Nations Human Rights Office (... Show more

Jana is an experienced privacy professional and licensed attorney born and raised in Atlanta, GA. Jana graduated from Wake Forest University in 2013, and from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School Cum Laude in 2019.

In 2019 while leading the Privacy Program for Routematch Software (now Uber), Jana published legal research focusing on raising data privacy standards in the United States. For the past 5 years, she has worked as a Data Privacy Consultant for multiple financial institutions and technology companies where she was responsible for privacy-by-design implementation into lifecycle development and enterprise wide cloud migration projects.

Currently, Jana is working as a Senior Privacy Program Manager at Microsoft in their Identity organization working closely with developers and engineers to drive data privacy initiatives across Microsoft authentication and token services.

Jana is an experienced privacy professional and licensed attorney born and raised in Atlanta, GA. Jana graduated from Wake Forest University in 2013, and from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School Cum Laude in 2019. In 2019 while leading the Privacy... Show more

Jorge Franco's philosophy relies on a personalized approach and unparalleled cutting-edge legal knowledge of digital asset regulations and market dynamics for solving clients’ most challenging crypto and Web 3.0 legal puzzles.

Jorge Franco's philosophy relies on a personalized approach and unparalleled cutting-edge legal knowledge of digital asset regulations and market dynamics for solving clients’ most challenging crypto and Web 3.0 legal puzzles. Show more

Charles Mfouapon is a legal and financial systems engineer, researcher, and entrepreneur focused on building financial infrastructure for Central African markets. He is the founder of AfriScore, a credit intelligence platform applying alternative data and quantitative risk models to expand access to credit in underserved markets. His research examines alternative credit risk assessment and financial infrastructure in emerging African economies. He holds degrees in mathematics and economics, law, and an MSc in Law and Finance from the University of Oxford.

Charles Mfouapon is a legal and financial systems engineer, researcher, and entrepreneur focused on building financial infrastructure for Central African markets. He is the founder of AfriScore, a credit intelligence platform applying alternative dat... Show more

Mosongo Danfold is a Tech Policy Advocate & Cybersecurity and Forensics Engineer. He is the founder of TECH.PATHS, an initiative that equips African youth with digital literacy, mentorship, and pathways into technology careers. Often referred to as a tech diplomat and statesman, he works at the intersection of cybersecurity, digital governance, and youth empowerment. His work bridges technical cybersecurity expertise with practical policy design, always advocating for ethical, sovereign, and inclusive digital futures. The role of young Africans in shaping the continent's technology agenda.

Mosongo Danfold is a Tech Policy Advocate & Cybersecurity and Forensics Engineer. He is the founder of TECH.PATHS, an initiative that equips African youth with digital literacy, mentorship, and pathways into technology careers. Often referred to as a... Show more

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Amanda Brock is CEO of OpenUK and has built one of the most recognised and impactful organisations in open source. She is also the Executive Producer of State of Open Con 25 taking place 4 - 5 February 2025 in London having founded and produced the ‘23 and ‘24 events building to over 800 attendees, and over 200 speakers.

A lawyer with 25 years’ experience, 5 as GC of Canonical, she’s been instrumental in shaping open source’s legal frameworks, as she was in shaping internet law during the early 2000’s.
Regularly contributing to tech press, she edited “Open Source: Law, Policy and Practice”, (2022).

Amanda is a sought-after and contagious international keynote speaker, speaking at tech events and international events like COP29 on topics from open source software to AI. A regular contributor to the tech press across a wider range of areas, Amanda is the editor of Open Source Law, Policy and Practice (2nd edition) published by Oxford University Press in October ‘22, with open access thanks to the Vietsch Foundation https://amandabrock.com/books

Current Advisory: UK Cabinet Office Open Standards Board; UKRI Digital Research Infrastructure; UKRI Exascale; KDE; commercial boards – Mimoto, Scarf, FerretDB and Space Aye; and is Fellow Open Forum Academy; Distinguished Fellow Rust Foundation; European Representative, OIN.

Past Advisory includes: Chair, UN Technology and Innovation Labs Open Source and IP Advisory Group’; OASIS Open Projects Initiative; British Computer Society Inaugural Influence Board; UK Government Energy Sector Digitalisation Task Force; elected Board Member Open Source Initiative; and Commercial Advisory Boards at Beamery and Everseen.

Recognition: Computer Weekly’s 50 Most Influential Women in UK TechC(2023, 2024) listed as #20 in 2024; Computing IT Leaders 100 (2023, 2024); ‘ INvolve HERoes list “(2023, 2024); “Women Who Will”, Changemaker (2023); INvolve Heroes (2022, 2023); and Novi Awards Advocate for Change in Gender Equality Honouree (2024); Ambassador Open Charge Alliance. Amanda was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Women, Influence & Power in Law UK 2022.

Judging: IDG Foundry CIO 100 2023, 2024); and Senior Judge, First Enable Role Model List by Dow (2024) having been a Judge in the We are Tech Women Rising Star Awards in (2021, 2022).

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Amanda Brock is CEO of OpenUK and has built one of the most recognised and impactful organisations in open source. She is also the Executive Producer of State of Open Con 25 taking place 4 - 5 February 2025 in London having founded and produced the ‘... Show more

Elizabeth Gouéti, Esq., MBA is a former employment attorney, workplace strategist, certified coach, and professional speaker whose work sits at the intersection of employment law, organizational culture, and people risk. With a career spanning employment litigation, in-house counsel, and senior people strategy roles at companies including Amazon Web Services and NetApp, Inc., Elizabeth brings a rare dual fluency: the ability to argue in courtrooms and sit in executive leadership rooms because she knows exactly where the two worlds collide.

Today, Elizabeth operates as an independent consultant through her company, Avinu Consulting, LLC which advises Human Resource leaders and organizations on the legal infrastructure that underlies workplace ethics, culture and equity. Her signature framework, "A Workplace In Motion, Stays in Motion", translates employee productivity (decision-making frameworks rooted in strategy and not emotion), into concrete, actionable people strategy that is both values-driven and legally defensible.

She resides in the Greater Washington, D.C. area with her beautiful family.

Elizabeth Gouéti, Esq., MBA is a former employment attorney, workplace strategist, certified coach, and professional speaker whose work sits at the intersection of employment law, organizational culture, and people risk. With a career spanning emplo... Show more

Ruchika Arora is a senior cloud & AI security and governance leader with over two decades of experience protecting some of the world's most regulated financial institutions and technology platforms. As a Principal Security specialist at Oracle, she advises enterprise customers across the ASEAN region on cloud security architecture, AI governance, responsible AI, regulatory compliance, and risk helping organisations navigate Southeast Asia's most complex and rapidly evolving regulatory landscapes with confidence. A sought-after international speaker, she has taken the stage at Cloud Expo Asia (keynote), Tech Week Singapore, Tech Week Shanghai, Oracle AI World, and the Cloud Native Security Conference, addressing audiences on AI security, AI ethics and fairness, responsible AI adoption, zero trust architecture, AGI governance, enterprise cloud resilience, and the ethics of emerging technology. Her career spans leadership roles at Citibank, Salesforce, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and HSBC, institutions where she built and scaled cloud security frameworks, drove enterprise compliance programmes, managed high-stakes regulatory engagements, and modernised cybersecurity controls across global operations, bringing practitioner-level depth across application and infrastructure security, vendor and third-party risk, IT risk and audit, and offshoring governance. Beyond her corporate work, Ruchika is a certified mentor for women and young professionals, a Cybersecurity Mentor with NASSCOM India, and a mentor with the Asia Institute of Mentoring, actively shaping the future workforce of the industry she has spent her career building.

Ruchika Arora is a senior cloud & AI security and governance leader with over two decades of experience protecting some of the world's most regulated financial institutions and technology platforms. As a Principal Security specialist at Oracle, she ... Show more

Steven Masur is a Partner, and Chairs the Technology Practice Group at Raines Feldman Littrell LLP. He is a lawyer and innovator who has spent 30 years helping committed teams achieve success in new markets in emerging industries. Steve has extensive experience in internet (web 1), software, entertainment, games, and mobile and social media technologies (web 2), and most recently blockchain and the metaverse (web 3).

Steve's practice disciplines include corporate and commercial transactions, intellectual property, local and international regulatory issues, and strategic guidance. Steve has extensive experience in venture capital finance, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic and cross-border corporate work, and media, entertainment, and technology transactions. He regularly lectures and writes about major issues in technology, venture capital, emerging industries, and Web 3.

Steven Masur is a Partner, and Chairs the Technology Practice Group at Raines Feldman Littrell LLP. He is a lawyer and innovator who has spent 30 years helping committed teams achieve success in new markets in emerging industries. Steve has extensi... Show more

Richart Ruddie is the Founder and CEO of Captain Compliance, a leading all-in-one data privacy platform designed to help businesses navigate the intricate waters of global regulations. With a career spanning over a decade in digital marketing and online reputation management, Richart pivoted his focus to privacy after recognizing the massive shift in how personal data is governed globally.

Under his leadership, Captain Compliance has emerged as a trailblazer in the industry, recently winning the prestigious Venture Atlanta competition and achieving over 1,000% growth in 2024. An IAPP-certified expert and a frequent speaker at events like SXSW and YPO Live, Richart is dedicated to simplifying compliance for mid-market and enterprise businesses. He holds a degree in Economics from Florida Atlantic University and has completed specialized studies in Technology Entrepreneurship at Stanford University.

Richart Ruddie is the Founder and CEO of Captain Compliance, a leading all-in-one data privacy platform designed to help businesses navigate the intricate waters of global regulations. With a career spanning over a decade in digital marketing and onl... Show more

Rashmi Airan, a first-generation immigrant raised by Indian parents with high expectations to achieve, built a life defined by success. A Columbia Law School graduate with honors, mother of two, and accomplished attorney, she launched a thriving law practice in Miami after working with major corporations. Driven by professional and personal pressures, her pursuit of success during the housing boom led to an ethical blind spot—one that ultimately resulted in a federal prison sentence and forced a profound reckoning with her values and choices.

Rather than allowing this moment to define her, Rashmi transformed it into purpose. Supported by family and community, and through deep self-reflection, she emerged with clarity, humility, and a renewed commitment to ethical leadership. Today, she is widely regarded as the best keynote speaker on leadership, using her powerful story and legal expertise to help organizations, universities, and leaders recognize ethical blind spots, build resilience, and redefine success with integrity and courage.

Rashmi Airan, a first-generation immigrant raised by Indian parents with high expectations to achieve, built a life defined by success. A Columbia Law School graduate with honors, mother of two, and accomplished attorney, she launched a thriving law ... Show more