Law & Regulation

Legal experts and regulators who drive the discourse in law, governance, and policy-making, shaping the legal landscape with their knowledge and experience

Raphael Koellner

Raphael Koellner

RAPHAEL KÖLLNER
Compliance Manager

Raphael Koellner combining the law and the information technology in particular the cloud computing. He worked for universities, Microsoft Germany (DX) and Microsoft Partner as consultant.

As CEO for KöllnService GmbH he works for huge international companies to migrate and implementate cloud solutions on a technical and a contract/law way.

Since 2019 Raphael Köllner is Microsoft Regional Director. He is the community guy, MVP for Office Server & Services, Windows 10 Insider MVP, MCT, Microsoft Student Partner Evangelist and become an attorney in Europe. He is the lead of the Office 365 Usergroup Germany, the Office 365 DACH, Leader of the Office 365 conference Germany, the SharePoint Saturday Cologne and one of 30 Windows 10 Top Insiders. Moreover he is member of the TEAMS Elite Team and the organizer of the TeamsCommunityDay. In this connection he leads the biggest Windows 10 Insider Community in Germany.

MVP: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/mvp/Raphael%20%20Koellner-5000185

Microsoft Regional Director: https://rd.microsoft.com/en-us/raphael-koellner

RAPHAEL KÖLLNER Compliance Manager Raphael Koellner combining the law and the information technology in particular the cloud computing. He worked for universities, Microsoft Germany (DX) and Microsoft Partner as consultant. As CEO for KöllnSe... Show more

Lani Gonzales

Lani Gonzales

Lani Gonzales helps successful women and high achievers who look accomplished on the outside—but feel exhausted, disconnected, or unfulfilled on the inside—create success without burnout and power without losing their soul.

Many of the women Lani works with have done everything “right.” They’ve built impressive careers, achieved financial independence, and earned respect—yet inside, they feel stuck, overextended, or quietly empty. The constant pressure to perform, produce, and prove has pulled them further from their intuition, their body, and their deeper sense of purpose.

After becoming a law firm partner at 23, Lani lived that same story. From the outside, she had it all. On the inside, she was driven by subconscious survival patterns and a nervous system locked in overdrive. Her own awakening led her to leave the legal profession and devote her life to studying the subconscious mind, human behavior, and the wisdom traditions that have guided healing and leadership for thousands of years.

Today, Lani blends neuroscience-based hypnotherapy, performance psychology, and ancient wisdom traditions to help high-achieving women:
- Rewire burnout and overdrive at the root
- Break free from subconscious self-sabotage
- Reconnect to clarity, intuition, and inner authority
- Build success that feels aligned, sustainable, and alive

Her talks are known for being raw, strategic, and deeply activating—combining modern science with timeless wisdom to create real, lasting transformation. Audiences leave with tools they can use immediately to change how they lead, live, and work.

Lani Gonzales helps successful women and high achievers who look accomplished on the outside—but feel exhausted, disconnected, or unfulfilled on the inside—create success without burnout and power without losing their soul. Many of the women Lani ... Show more

Khadija Assbai

Khadija Assbai

Ex Global Black Belt at Microsoft, I am currently working as a Risk, Compliance and AI engineer in that same company. In previous roles, I was Corporate legal advisor, DPO and Information security advisor. At Microsoft, I am here to participate in building bridges between our customers’ Compliance challenges, AI secure implementation and the Microsoft solutions.

Ex Global Black Belt at Microsoft, I am currently working as a Risk, Compliance and AI engineer in that same company. In previous roles, I was Corporate legal advisor, DPO and Information security advisor. At Microsoft, I am here to participate in bu... Show more

Temba Nadine Kampire

Temba Nadine Kampire

KAMPIRE NADINE Temba is Congolese young Lawyer, she is the cofounder and the coordinator at Afia-Amani Grands-Lacs a community based online media outlet which provides news and educational contents on health, peace, natural disaster management and fight against fake news, disinformation and hate speech online for the communities of the Great Lakes countries, she is based in Goma in the North province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Before founding AFIA-AMANI Grands Lacs, she served as media consultant for many regional and international organizations such as INTERNEWS which have been operating in Eastern DRC.
She is among the first intake of East African women fellow at Media Defence (a UK based Ngos’which trained lawyers to advance digital rights and Technology law through strategic litigation and provide support and legal assistance to journalists, bloggers and independent Media), where she was a 2022 Fellow. She is a 2023 and 2025 CIPESA fellow and digital security trainer.
She has a particular interest in Human rights and Digital Rights with a special focus on Freedom of expression, Tech & Internet governance, regulation and Policy, digitat inclusion and digital transformation.

KAMPIRE NADINE Temba is Congolese young Lawyer, she is the cofounder and the coordinator at Afia-Amani Grands-Lacs a community based online media outlet which provides news and educational contents on health, peace, natural disaster management and fi... Show more

Ross Saunders

Ross Saunders

Ross is a technology and privacy specialist with over 20 years of experience navigating the complex intersection of innovation, governance, and cybersecurity.

With a background in Software-as-a-Service and more than a decade dedicated to governance consulting in privacy and security, Ross has helped organizations translate regulatory requirements into actionable strategies.

He is a passionate advocate for consumer cybersecurity and privacy rights, known for making even the most complex topics accessible and engaging.

Ross holds an MSc in the Management of Technology and Innovation and is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E). He has additional certifications in ethical hacking and paralegal practice, and serves on the board of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers.

Ross is a technology and privacy specialist with over 20 years of experience navigating the complex intersection of innovation, governance, and cybersecurity. With a background in Software-as-a-Service and more than a decade dedicated to governanc... Show more

Crux Conception, M. Psych

Crux Conception, M. Psych

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI.
Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI

https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49

Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experience (Now retired), criminal profiling, and teaching experience (adjunct professor). Crux has now taken his years of experience, education research, and training; to incorporate novel methods of teaching/learning. Crux has utilized his background in Psychology, Team Building, and Behavioral Profiling to implement said methods to take out the law-enforcement aspect and make these skills people/civilian practical.

#Cybersecurity, #CriminalProfile, #Ninja, #Keynote, #Speaker, #TeamBuilding #TeamDynamics #TechPsychology, #Security, #DevopSec
Law Enforcement experience:

•Homicide Detective
•Criminal Profiler
•Gang Unit Specialist Detective
•Hostage Negotiator
•Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer
•School Resources Officer (SRO)
•Five years as a Special Agent with the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND (DHS)

Now retired, Crux worked as a Homicide Detective, Criminal Profiler, and Hostage Negotiator with the Fort Wayne (Indiana) Police Dept.

Teaching experience:
Currently, Crux is an Adjunct Professor:

•Psychology
•Business Psychology
•Social Media Psychology
•Criminal Profiling
•Criminal Behavior
•Computer Psychology
•Sociology (Group Dynamics)

Education:

•Bachelor of Science degree; Criminology (Ball State University, 1994).

•Master’s degree; Forensic Psychology (Walden University, 2012).

•Currently, a Ph.D. Candidate (Forensic Psychology) at Walden University

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI. Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49 Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experi... Show more

Natalija Babić

Natalija Babić

Natalija Babić is an internationally trained lawyer specializing in technology law and intellectual property. She holds a Master’s degree from the University of Zagreb and an advanced LL.M. credential from KU Leuven in Belgium. Her international career includes work at a leading law firm in Brussels and at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg. After returning to Croatia in 2018, she continued her legal practice in Zagreb and established her own law firm in 2025. Natalija is a regular speaker at conferences on legal technology and fintech, addressing current issues in IT law such as the regulation of artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Regulation), and cyber law.

Natalija Babić is an internationally trained lawyer specializing in technology law and intellectual property. She holds a Master’s degree from the University of Zagreb and an advanced LL.M. credential from KU Leuven in Belgium. Her international care... Show more

James William Bain

James William Bain

James William Bain began his journey in law with a strong academic foundation. He graduated cum laude from the University of Connecticut and was honored with membership in Phi Beta Kappa for his academic achievements. He then pursued legal studies at the University of Florida College of Law, graduating cum laude in 1976. These academic milestones shaped his ability to think critically and approach legal challenges with precision and thoughtful analysis.

James Bain started his legal career at the Tennessee Valley Authority, where he gained significant experience managing complex litigation. He played a leading role in one of the most important antitrust cases of the time, coordinating financial and legal strategies that resulted in a substantial recovery for his client. This early experience with high-profile litigation prepared him for commercial and construction law demands and strengthened his leadership in legal strategy development.

Bain transitioned to private practice in Colorado, quickly advancing to partnership in well-regarded law firms. His work focused on commercial and construction disputes involving multiple parties and significant financial interests. His ability to manage complex contractual and litigation issues helped establish him as a trusted legal professional in Colorado. He also co-founded a firm dedicated to delivering quality legal service while maintaining close and practical client relationships.

James Bain of Colorado extended his influence beyond firm leadership by dedicating time to professional writing and thought leadership. He served as editor of the “Construction Forum” section in Colorado Lawyer for over two decades. He authored several influential articles addressing negligence claims, construction contract responsibilities, and shifts in construction law. These publications demonstrated his commitment to sharing knowledge and improving professional standards within the legal community.

James Bain has also been involved in arbitration, professional service, and legal education. He served as Chairman of the Legal Advisory Committee for the Associated General Contractors of Colorado and contributed as an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association. He shared his expertise through seminars and speaking engagements for legal associations and advanced legal studies programs, influencing peers and supporting professional growth across the industry.

James William Bain has received numerous recognitions for his work, including awards for his legal writing and listings in distinguished publications such as “Outstanding Lawyers of America” and various editions of “Who’s Who.” Throughout his career, he has balanced professional excellence with a focus on service, education, and mentorship, leaving a meaningful mark on the legal field while maintaining a grounded and approachable professional presence.

James William Bain began his journey in law with a strong academic foundation. He graduated cum laude from the University of Connecticut and was honored with membership in Phi Beta Kappa for his academic achievements. He then pursued legal studies at... Show more

Kristina Griffin

Kristina Griffin

Kristina’s legal practice is focused on handling employment and business matters for companies and organizations. She regularly assists clients with issues relating to workplace policies and procedures, providing expert guidance on disability accommodations, leave and pay practices, employee training, disciplinary procedures, and equal employment opportunity. Kristina also advises clients on contract matters such as severance agreements, non-compete agreements, and confidentiality agreements.

Additionally, Kristina has expertise in responding to EEOC charges and handling litigation relating to a variety of employment laws, including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). She has defended a variety of lawsuits involving discrimination and harassment allegations and conducts training to prevent unlawful discrimination and harassment in the workplace.

Kristina graduated from the University of Georgia and the University of Georgia School of Law. During law school and throughout her career, Kristina has been involved in pro bono work, from assisting individuals in obtaining social security benefits to advising nonprofit organizations on employment matters.

Kristina’s legal practice is focused on handling employment and business matters for companies and organizations. She regularly assists clients with issues relating to workplace policies and procedures, providing expert guidance on disability accommo... Show more

Magdalena Rzaca

Magdalena Rzaca

Magdalena Rząca is a seasoned expert specializing in privacy, cyber/security, IP & AI governance. With over 14 years of experience, her work focuses on bridging law, technology, and operational security—designing ISO/IEC 27001-aligned frameworks, AI risk assessments (DPIA/FRIA), and open source compliance policies. Magdalena is focused on data protection in AI systems, with a strong focus on practical, legally resilient solutions for OSS and AI-driven development.

Magdalena Rząca is a seasoned expert specializing in privacy, cyber/security, IP & AI governance. With over 14 years of experience, her work focuses on bridging law, technology, and operational security—designing ISO/IEC 27001-aligned frameworks, AI ... Show more

Michaela Gyasi-Agyei

Michaela Gyasi-Agyei

Michaela Gyasi-Agyei is a lawyer and policy professional who is interested in the intersection between technology, policy and digital rights. She holds a Bachelors of Economics/Laws (Honours) from the University of Queensland, and graduated as Valedictorian of my cohort. Michaela has worked in government agencies and private organisations advising on privacy, data governance, and corporate responsibility. She is currently participating in the She Codes Plus and Cyber5050 programs. In 2024, Michaela was selected to join the inaugural cohort of the Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) Australia.

Michaela Gyasi-Agyei is a lawyer and policy professional who is interested in the intersection between technology, policy and digital rights. She holds a Bachelors of Economics/Laws (Honours) from the University of Queensland, and graduated as Valedi... Show more

Luigi Bai

Luigi Bai

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

Brittany Cox

Brittany Cox

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

Max Genin

Max Genin

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

Seth Gardenswartz

Seth Gardenswartz

Seth Gardenswartz, co-founder of Blackgarden Law, brings a unique blend of legal acumen and marketing expertise, stemming from his early days in his family’s retail business and further shaped by a career spanning law, tech, and business strategy. With specialties in trademarks, IP licensing, craft beverages, and CPG, Seth guides entrepreneurs in building resilient brands and navigating complex legal landscapes. When not consulting with clients or developing his tech ventures, Seth can be found exploring the trails of the Mountain West. Attendees can look forward to a lively session filled with practical insights and a dash of humor as Seth distills decades of expertise into actionable advice.

Seth Gardenswartz, co-founder of Blackgarden Law, brings a unique blend of legal acumen and marketing expertise, stemming from his early days in his family’s retail business and further shaped by a career spanning law, tech, and business strategy. Wi... Show more

Jana Sloane

Jana Sloane

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

Jorge Franco

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

Abiola Ogodo

Abiola Ogodo

Abiola Ogodo is the Founder of ModulawAI, a legal technology platform transforming research and case management for African and US law firms. With eight years of experience across technical support, AI systems, and product development, he builds tools that help lawyers work faster and reason more effectively. Abiola has developed judgment-ingestion pipelines, autonomous legal research agents, and integrated case management solutions used by modern legal teams. Known for his obsession with solving real industry problems, he focuses on making advanced AI practical, accessible, and reliable for everyday legal work. His mission is to modernize legal practice through thoughtful innovation.

Abiola Ogodo is the Founder of ModulawAI, a legal technology platform transforming research and case management for African and US law firms. With eight years of experience across technical support, AI systems, and product development, he builds tool... Show more

Hernan Huwyler

Hernan Huwyler

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative Risk.

He focuses on "translating" complex regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, GDPR, ISO 42001) into actionable architectures for engineering and business teams. Unlike traditional compliance officers, Hernan advocates for data-driven risk management, moving beyond "heatmaps" to utilize Monte Carlo simulations, convolution models, and Python-based risk quantification.

Hernan has led Risk, Control, and Audit functions for major multinational corporations across Europe and the Americas. He writes and speaks extensively on Adversarial AI, Algorithmic Auditing, and the financial quantification of Cyber Risk. Past keynote venues include Risk Awareness Conferences (>2,000 risk managers), IIA and ISACA Summits, ProcureCom Europe, IKN Madrid, IE University, and closed-door sessions for international organizations and national regulators. Hernan’s talks consistently rank in the top 5% of conference feedback scores because he makes complex security requirements, business needs and regulations feel like a competitive advantage.

Speaking Topics:

AI Governance: Implementing ISO 42001 and navigating the EU AI Act.
Risk Quantification: Why "Impact x Probability" fails and how to use convolution models.
Adversarial AI: Balancing transparency with security to prevent data poisoning.
AI ROI: Risk-adjusted financial modeling for Generative AI deployments.

Ready-to-Submit Talk Proposals:

Session 1: The Technical/Quant Talk

Title: Kill the Heatmap: Quantifying AI Risk with Python & Monte Carlo Simulations
Abstract: Most organizations manage AI risk using colorful 5x5 "heatmaps." This is mathematically flawed and dangerous for high-stakes AI deployment. In this talk, we will ditch the gut-check methodology. I will demonstrate how to use convolution and Monte Carlo simulations to model the "tail risk" of AI hallucinations and regulatory fines. You will leave with a method to calculate the actual financial exposure of your models—no expensive GRC software required, just math and logic.

Session 2: The Governance/Security Talk

Title: The Transparency Trap: How to Audit AI Without Creating Vulnerabilities
Abstract: New standards like ISO/IEC 12792 demand AI transparency, but in the age of Adversarial Machine Learning, "oversharing" is a security vector. If you reveal your full architecture and training sources, you invite data poisoning and model inversion attacks. This session outlines a "Tiered Disclosure Architecture." We will discuss how to route specific data to auditors, regulators, and users differently, ensuring compliance with the EU AI Act without handing the keys to bad actors.

Session 3: The Business/Strategy Talk

Title: The Real Cost of Intelligence: A Risk-Adjusted Framework for AI ROI
Abstract: Companies are deploying Generative AI based on productivity hype, but they are ignoring the "OpEx Iceberg"—model drift, inference costs, and liability reserves. This talk presents a financial framework for calculating the true ROI of AI. We will cover how to factor in the "Risk Delta" (new risks vs. automated risks), calculate the Levelized Cost of AI (LCOAI), and determine when to build vs. buy based on process uniqueness. A session for leaders who need to justify the cloud bill to the CFO.

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative ... Show more

Larisa Munteanu

Larisa Munteanu

Larisa Munteanu graduated as a top student from the Faculty of Law of Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, then gained experience in data protection in the UK. She is now the Founder of Protector PriVit and a CIPM and CIPP/E Data Protection Lawyer and Officer, accredited by the IAPP. Her main interests are cyber-crimes, data protection and AI, working for both private and public sector clients.
In parallel, Larisa is a PhD researcher at Erasmus University Rotterdam, where she is conducting an analysis on how companies can (legally) reject data protection requests hiding malware attacks in the EU and UK. She also has numerous publications, being a speaker for many international conferences, webminars, podcasts, and trainings.
In 2022, Larisa won the Best International Future Lawyer Award, and more recently, her expertise was recognised by the Court of Justice of the European Union, where she delivered training on data protection, copyright and AI.

Larisa Munteanu graduated as a top student from the Faculty of Law of Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, then gained experience in data protection in the UK. She is now the Founder of Protector PriVit and a CIPM and CIPP/E Data Protectio... Show more

Paul Starrett

Paul Starrett

EXPERIENCE

- Adjunct Lecturer – AI Governance in Law/Business/Engineering - Santa Clara U. School of Law.
- Adjunct Lecturer – Cybersecurity Law - Santa Clara U. School of Law.
- Adjunct Professor – Law and AI, Univ. of the Pacific’s M.S. in Data Science program.
- AI Governance Certification (IAPP AIG) – Practice-exam question writer/reviewer.
- General Counsel/CRO of AI and data management corporation.
- Five years information-security software engineer (‘C’, Java, Python).
- Eight years ediscovery and info mgmt.
- Certification as computer forensics examiner (EnCE: 2011-2024).

EDUCATION

- M.S., Predictive Analytics from Northwestern U.
- LL.M. in Taxation from Golden Gate University School of Law.

ASSOCIATIONS

- Founding Chair (2013-2020) of the Big Data Committee of the American Bar Association.
- Active in the ACFE, IAPP, and ISACA.

EXPERIENCE - Adjunct Lecturer – AI Governance in Law/Business/Engineering - Santa Clara U. School of Law. - Adjunct Lecturer – Cybersecurity Law - Santa Clara U. School of Law. - Adjunct Professor – Law and AI, Univ. of the Pacific’s M.S. in Dat... Show more

Maria Sinatra

Maria Sinatra

Maria focuses her practice on offensive and defensive Lanham Act and Copyright Act litigation in federal courts throughout the country. Maria has experience with disputes involving anti-counterfeiting actions, trademark and trade dress infringement actions, trademark dilution claims, false advertising issues, and copyright infringement litigation. She regularly advises clients on brand management issues, including how to secure, protect, and police trademark rights.

Maria focuses her practice on offensive and defensive Lanham Act and Copyright Act litigation in federal courts throughout the country. Maria has experience with disputes involving anti-counterfeiting actions, trademark and trade dress infringement a... Show more

Yen Kha

Yen Kha

"Transforming Justice through Applied AI and Legal Innovation"

Highly accomplished technical leader with 10+ years of experience in architecting, delivering, and optimizing large-scale, cloud-native infrastructure that accelerates business growth and innovation. Expertise spans cloud computing, including AWS, Azure, and GCP, as well as a continually growing presence in the AI landscape, with a focus on LLM, NLP, and ongoing education through certifications and courses. A lifelong self-learner with drive and ambition.

Successfully driven numerous greenfield projects from inception to scale, working with organizations ranging from startups to large corporations with 88,000+ employees, focusing on designing, building, and automating data and software architecture platforms in the cloud and AI spaces. Dedicated to fostering inclusive, high-performing teams and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in tech.

Currently, a Co-Founder of Justice for All (j4all), a legal AI-driven platform revolutionizing the justice ecosystem by expanding access to legal services and transforming equal justice. Also contributing technical expertise to Stanford CodeX's legal AI platform and serving as a core contributor to InnerSource Commons Foundation. Passionate about leveraging AI and technology to drive innovation, create lasting impact, and promote social good

"Transforming Justice through Applied AI and Legal Innovation" Highly accomplished technical leader with 10+ years of experience in architecting, delivering, and optimizing large-scale, cloud-native infrastructure that accelerates business growth ... Show more

Navodaya Singh Rajpurohit

Navodaya Singh Rajpurohit

I am currently working as a Legal Partner of Coinque Consulting and Founder of Pravadati Legal where I lead the Web 3.0, Blockchain/ Cryptocurrency, and Dispute Resolution teams respectively. I am a lawyer with a varied experience in Litigation, Arbitration, Corporate Advisory, Legal Compliance, and Regulatory practice.

I have been fortunate enough to have gained experience in different fields of law and become a part of the new jurisprudence developed around such new laws as competition and antitrust laws, insolvency and bankruptcy law, and blockchain and cryptocurrency law. Apart from being fortunate to see the law evolving, I have had experience in developing litigation strategies, due diligence processes, and drafting corporate agreements, and transactions.

I am currently working as a Legal Partner of Coinque Consulting and Founder of Pravadati Legal where I lead the Web 3.0, Blockchain/ Cryptocurrency, and Dispute Resolution teams respectively. I am a lawyer with a varied experience in Litigation, Arbi... Show more

Erin Austin

Erin Austin

Erin Austin is a Harvard Law alum, business strategist, and the go-to legal mind for experts ready to scale their brilliance. With 25+ years of experience closing IP-driven deals for major players like MGM/Amazon, Warner Bros., and M3 USA, Erin helps coaches and consultants protect, license, and monetize their intellectual property—legally and ethically. As the founder of Think Beyond IP, she’s the trusted advisor to expertise-based businesses navigating the legal and ethical minefields of copyright, client work, and the exploding use of AI. In a world where content can be copied in seconds and AI blurs the line between original and automated, Erin helps her clients stay in control—protecting what’s theirs and building what scales. Known for her sharp insight and plain-English advice, she empowers experts to turn their genius into sustainable, scalable businesses—without putting their IP at risk.

Erin Austin is a Harvard Law alum, business strategist, and the go-to legal mind for experts ready to scale their brilliance. With 25+ years of experience closing IP-driven deals for major players like MGM/Amazon, Warner Bros., and M3 USA, Erin helps... Show more

Anthony Ikubuwaje

Anthony Ikubuwaje

I am a legal researcher and technology law specialist with expertise in artificial intelligence regulation, data protection, and digital governance within common-law systems. I hold an LLM in International Commercial Law from the University of Leicester and an LLB from the University of Abuja.

My work examines how emerging technologies such as AI-driven decision-making, automated systems, and large-scale data processing interact with legal accountability, privacy rights, and regulatory compliance. I am the author of Basic Principles of Contract Law in Nigeria and Artificial Intelligence and the Law in Nigeria: Foundations, Regulation, and Practice, and my writing is aimed at legal practitioners, policymakers, regulators, and technology professionals.

I regularly engage in academic presentations and seminar-style lectures and am keen to contribute to professional discussions, panels, and speaking engagements on the future of law, technology, and innovation.

I am a legal researcher and technology law specialist with expertise in artificial intelligence regulation, data protection, and digital governance within common-law systems. I hold an LLM in International Commercial Law from the University of Leices... Show more

Anthony Villanueva

Anthony Villanueva

Anthony Villanueva is the Founder and Lead Architect at CaseWorth, where he builds production-scale GraphRAG and knowledge graph systems for legal research. With a background in cybersecurity, AI engineering, and complex data modeling, he specializes in creating high-trust, explainable AI workflows for high-stakes domains. Anthony has designed multi-agent architectures, retrieval pipelines, and legal knowledge graphs that significantly reduce hallucinations and improve LLM reliability.

Anthony Villanueva is the Founder and Lead Architect at CaseWorth, where he builds production-scale GraphRAG and knowledge graph systems for legal research. With a background in cybersecurity, AI engineering, and complex data modeling, he specializes... Show more

Andrea Palumbo

Andrea Palumbo

Andrea Palumbo è avvocato e si occupa di cyber security, privacy e diritto delle nuove tecnologie, materie nelle quali svolge anche attività di consulenza e formazione presso imprese e pubbliche amministrazioni. Ha conseguito un Dottorato in Giurisprudenza presso l’Università degli Studi Milano-Bicocca completando un progetto di ricerca sul concetto di privacy. E’ spesso relatore a convegni e conferenze specialistici sui temi di legati al mondo ICT.

Andrea Palumbo è avvocato e si occupa di cyber security, privacy e diritto delle nuove tecnologie, materie nelle quali svolge anche attività di consulenza e formazione presso imprese e pubbliche amministrazioni. Ha conseguito un Dottorato in Giurispr... Show more

Nelsy Dubras

Nelsy Dubras

Nelsy Dubras is currently a Corporate Counsel at KnowBe4 and is passionate about Compliance & Ethics for AI and emerging technologies. With a background in international technology law and disruptive tech, Nelsy is known for making complex regulatory and ethical concepts accessible, practical, and inspiring.

Nelsy Dubras is currently a Corporate Counsel at KnowBe4 and is passionate about Compliance & Ethics for AI and emerging technologies. With a background in international technology law and disruptive tech, Nelsy is known for making complex regulatory... Show more

Bhanu Pratap Singh

Bhanu Pratap Singh

Bhanu Pratap Singh is a dedicated legal advocate based in Delhi, India, with expertise in family law, criminal procedure, and administrative matters. With a commitment to justice and client empowerment, Bhanu Pratap Singh provides comprehensive legal consultation and advisory services, assisting clients through complex legal processes with clarity and precision. Registered with the Bar Council of Delhi, he is deeply knowledgeable about Indian legal procedures and continuously stays updated on evolving legal standards to ensure the best outcomes for clients. Known for meticulous case management and effective representation, Bhanu Pratap Singh is a trusted legal partner for individuals and families seeking sound legal guidance and support

Bhanu Pratap Singh is a dedicated legal advocate based in Delhi, India, with expertise in family law, criminal procedure, and administrative matters. With a commitment to justice and client empowerment, Bhanu Pratap Singh provides comprehensive legal... Show more

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