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

Amidou Bande

Amidou Bande

Juriste de formation, titulaire d’un Master 2 en Droit public fondamental de l’Université Thomas SANKARA, Monsieur Amidou BANDE incarne la double exigence de la technicité juridique et de la responsabilité publique. Ayant intégré la fonction publique en septembre 2017, il a d’abord servi comme Chargé d’études au Conseil Économique et Social avant de rejoindre la Commission de l’Informatique et des Libertés en janvier 2024 au poste de Secrétaire Général. Il est apprécié pour son sens du devoir, sa capacité à mobiliser et son attachement aux valeurs d’éthique et de justice. Il incarne une nouvelle génération de hauts fonctionnaires qui misent sur l’exemplarité, la collaboration et la clarté des objectifs pour faire avancer l’administration.

Juriste de formation, titulaire d’un Master 2 en Droit public fondamental de l’Université Thomas SANKARA, Monsieur Amidou BANDE incarne la double exigence de la technicité juridique et de la responsabilité publique. Ayant intégré la fonction publique... Show more

Vajira Samaratne

Vajira Samaratne

Vajira Samaratne's practice serves startups, nonprofits, private companies, investors, and public companies, offering practical legal guidance tailored to each organization’s structure and goals. He works closely with clients on regulatory compliance, contract review, mergers and acquisitions diligence, employment matters, securities issues, and risk management. His role often involves facilitating transactions, supporting strategic decisions, and helping clients navigate complex legal requirements with clarity and confidence.

His professional experience includes drafting and negotiating agreements, advising boards and leadership teams, managing financing activities, structuring acquisitions, and overseeing day-to-day legal matters. He takes a steady and methodical approach to legal work, ensuring that business operations remain compliant while supporting long-term growth. His focus is on helping clients understand their options so they can make informed decisions that align with both legal obligations and business objectives.

From a young age, he was drawn to the legal field by an interest in fairness, advocacy, and structured problem-solving. He values the logic and strategy involved in legal analysis and appreciates the responsibility that comes with advising clients on important matters. The profession also offered an opportunity to build a stable and respected career while continually learning and adapting to new challenges.

Working with clients across many industries is an important part of his professional fulfillment. Each client brings different concerns, regulations, and priorities, which require careful listening and industry-specific understanding. This exposure allows him to broaden his knowledge and provide advice that reflects both legal principles and real-world business needs.

His success is grounded in his ability to analyze complex issues, develop practical solutions, and communicate clearly. Clients value his straightforward explanations, which help them stay informed and comfortable throughout the legal process. He is known for a strong work ethic, careful attention to detail, and effective time management, especially when handling multiple matters at once. Integrity and professionalism guide his work, fostering trust and long-term client relationships. He also remains committed to ongoing legal education and research to stay current with evolving laws and regulations.

Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, cooking, reading fiction and nonfiction, and staying active through running and pickleball. These interests support balance and reflection, contributing to his focused and thoughtful approach to his practice as Vajira.

Vajira Samaratne's practice serves startups, nonprofits, private companies, investors, and public companies, offering practical legal guidance tailored to each organization’s structure and goals. He works closely with clients on regulatory compliance... Show more

Reidar J. Boldevin Boldevin

Reidar J. Boldevin Boldevin

Reidar J. Boldevin is a Cyber Security consultant and team leader at Columbus Global, where he is responsible for building a team of skilled cybersecurity consultants. He recently transitioned from a role as an identity and security advisor within PwC Norway's Cyber and Privacy division.

Reidar's experience spans over more than decades, and while he has primarily worked as a consultant, he has also spent time internally as an architect. Most of his work has been based in Norway, but he has been fortunate to travel extensively worldwide. His consulting projects has led him to work in the United States, across Europe, and in the Middle East.

Throughout his career, he has gained experience across multiple sectors. He has worked in the public sector, with several defense contractors, and within financial technology. He has served as a consultant for companies in retail, various technology firms, airlines, and numerous banks and financial institutions. While a technologist at heart, he has recently taken on roles as a team leader and project manager. Reidar has gradually transitioned towards the business side of technology, frequently taking on assignments that position him at the intersection of IT and business.

Reidar J. Boldevin is a Cyber Security consultant and team leader at Columbus Global, where he is responsible for building a team of skilled cybersecurity consultants. He recently transitioned from a role as an identity and security advisor within Pw... Show more

Dennis Ruzeski

Dennis Ruzeski

Buffalo, NY native who started in tech writing basic programs on an old TI-994a computer. This branched into a technology career doing tech support for Informix then moving into batch processing, Unix admin, Linux engineer, devops, and eventually landing in the cloud architecture space. While not working on technology, Dennis loves to cook and spend time with his wife and 2 rescue mutts.

Buffalo, NY native who started in tech writing basic programs on an old TI-994a computer. This branched into a technology career doing tech support for Informix then moving into batch processing, Unix admin, Linux engineer, devops, and eventually la... Show more

Xavier Cardona

Xavier Cardona

Xavier Cardona is a highly experienced trainer on fatherhood engagement, domestic violence, and men and trauma, and a facilitator of Nurturing fathers’ groups and support groups for fathers. He has participated in over 50 training events for child welfare staff in Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Texas, Kansas, and Florida. He also has provided specialized training on fatherhood and domestic violence for child welfare staff (Department of Children & Families—DCF) in Massachusetts.

Xavier Cardona is a highly experienced trainer on fatherhood engagement, domestic violence, and men and trauma, and a facilitator of Nurturing fathers’ groups and support groups for fathers. He has participated in over 50 training events for child w... Show more

Scott Giordano

Scott Giordano

Scott M. Giordano is an attorney with more than 25 years of legal, technology, and risk management consulting experience. An IAPP Fellow of Information Privacy and AI Governance Professional (AIGP), a Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP), and a Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Scott is a partner at The CISO Law Firm, a firm dedicated to representing CISOs and other cybersecurity team leaders.
Prior to starting his firm, he served as General Counsel of Spirion LLC, a privacy technology firm. There Scott also served as the company’s subject matter expert on multinational data protection and its intersection with technology, export compliance, internal investigations, information governance, and risk management. Prior to joining Spirion, he served as Director, Data Protection, for Robert Half Legal and established the global privacy program for Esterline Technologies Corporation in Bellevue, WA.
During his career, Scott has held senior positions at several legal technology firms and is listed as co-inventor on Intelligent Searching of Electronically Stored Information, patent no. 13/842,910. In addition, he taught the first law school course anywhere on electronic evidence and e-discovery.
Scott is a member of the bar in Washington state, California, and the District of Columbia.

Scott M. Giordano is an attorney with more than 25 years of legal, technology, and risk management consulting experience. An IAPP Fellow of Information Privacy and AI Governance Professional (AIGP), a Certified Information Security Systems Professio... Show more

James Cretella

James Cretella

James Cretella is an attorney and partner at Blank Rome, a national law firm serving clients across the country. He has been practicing law for more than 21 years, beginning his legal career after graduating cum laude from Brooklyn Law School in 2004. He previously earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Villanova University in 2001.

He represents banks, private lenders, commercial finance companies, and factors in negotiating and documenting secured finance transactions. He works closely with lenders of different sizes and supports them through every stage of a deal. His practice involves asset-based and cash flow facilities, hybrid financing structures, receivables finance and factoring, notification and non-notification arrangements, actual sale and participation models, lender finance from both the lender and borrower sides, recurring revenue-based credit lines for SaaS and subscription-driven companies, as well as supply chain, channel, and purchase order finance. He also handles Article 9 foreclosure sales and regularly advises on workouts, intercreditor matters, warehouse lines, and transactions involving unique borrower profiles.

Jim Cretella's experience spans staffing, technology, FinTech, healthcare, real estate, government contracting, transportation, and energy. He supports middle- and upper-middle-market clients with asset-backed lending, factoring transactions, inventory finance, supply chain finance, and various trade finance structures, including off-balance sheet receivable purchase facilities and purchase order financings.

He serves as outside counsel to smaller private lenders, preparing front-end documentation for factoring, ABL, and recurring revenue transactions, while also advising on broader legal needs. He additionally represents smaller lenders in negotiating their own credit facilities and in portfolio purchases and sales.

He is active in the Secured Finance Network and was named to its 40 Under 40 list in 2016. In October, he moderated a session on lender finance in Dallas that explored structuring, underwriting, risk, M&A considerations, and developments in private credit. He also participates in the International Factoring Association and will attend its 2026 conference, where he will co-present the Factoring Essentials class.

James Cretella has co-authored articles for The Secured Lender and Financier Worldwide Magazine and mentors junior associates. He formerly served on the board of the Adam J. Lewis Academy and donates regularly to charities, including his church and educational institutions. He enjoys baseball and football and will celebrate his 20th wedding anniversary in 2026. 

James Cretella is an attorney and partner at Blank Rome, a national law firm serving clients across the country. He has been practicing law for more than 21 years, beginning his legal career after graduating cum laude from Brooklyn Law School in 2004... Show more

Cristian Klein

Cristian Klein

Cristian is Technical Product Owner and Data Protection Officer at Elastisys. He reviews data protection regulations and security best practices, to translate those into Kubernetes and Cloud Native solutions. He gathered over 20 years of experience acting variously as an on-call network engineer, cloud architect and teacher. You can follow him on LinkedIn, where I post about topics at the intersection of information security and Kubernetes. When coming out of the clouds, Cristian enjoys indoor climbing.

Cristian is Technical Product Owner and Data Protection Officer at Elastisys. He reviews data protection regulations and security best practices, to translate those into Kubernetes and Cloud Native solutions. He gathered over 20 years of experience a... Show more

Joe Meyer

Joe Meyer

With over 23 years of expertise & certifications throughout the majority of GRC frameworks, I offer unparalleled insights as a tenured executive in compliance. As a practitioner, advisor, examiner/ auditor, trainer, and thought leader, I effectively equip organizations to navigate complex regulatory environments. By leveraging my extensive experience, I empower teams to confidently and precisely enhance governance, risk management, and compliance strategies.

With over 23 years of expertise & certifications throughout the majority of GRC frameworks, I offer unparalleled insights as a tenured executive in compliance. As a practitioner, advisor, examiner/ auditor, trainer, and thought leader, I effectively ... Show more

Anthony D'Atri

Anthony D'Atri

Anthony has run Ceph at scale for over eleven years and one can say that it is literally a part of him - ask him in person and he'll show you why. He is also an observability advocate (SMART!) and contributes daily to Ceph documentation. Anthony is the primary author of the book Learning Ceph, Second Edition.

Anthony has run Ceph at scale for over eleven years and one can say that it is literally a part of him - ask him in person and he'll show you why. He is also an observability advocate (SMART!) and contributes daily to Ceph documentation. Anthony is ... Show more

Marcelo Dauane

Marcelo Dauane

Marcelo Dauane is a product builder with over a decade of experience creating software that delivers impact at scale. Based in Cape Town and originally from Mozambique, he is on a mission to turn engineering teams into high-performing powerhouses by leveraging data, product direction, and soft skills. As the leader of two engineering teams at MoonPay, the world’s top crypto onramp, Marcelo has helped scale platforms serving millions worldwide. He thrives at the intersection of culture, systems, and people, driving teams to create products that truly make a difference.

Marcelo Dauane is a product builder with over a decade of experience creating software that delivers impact at scale. Based in Cape Town and originally from Mozambique, he is on a mission to turn engineering teams into high-performing powerhouses by ... Show more

Lana Lesik

Lana Lesik

With my two core strengths - I'm a psychologist and a full-stack developer - I have a keen eye for both technical aspects and team dynamics. In startups or large-scale projects, my contribution extends beyond code — I’m dedicated to accompanying organizations through their digital and cultural transformations.
Passionate about DX and designing solutions that empower users and adapt to diverse environments.

With my two core strengths - I'm a psychologist and a full-stack developer - I have a keen eye for both technical aspects and team dynamics. In startups or large-scale projects, my contribution extends beyond code — I’m dedicated to accompanying orga... Show more

Rigel Di Scala

Rigel Di Scala

Previously a Red Hat Engineering Manager and a Commodore Vic-20 programmer

Previously a Red Hat Engineering Manager and a Commodore Vic-20 programmer Show more

Anjaneya Turai

Anjaneya Turai

Anjaneya Turai is a technology strategist with over half a decade of experience in making artificial intelligence practical, ethical, and accessible. At FGD, he leads AI initiatives that range from automation and analytics to the responsible adoption of emerging tools, ensuring that innovation is grounded in trust and transparency.

He has delivered AI engagement sessions across teams, spoken on podcasts about AI and ethics, and worked closely with professionals to explore how AI can drive efficiency and new opportunities. His projects span legal automation, client data management, generative AI for business, and advanced analytics, giving him a unique perspective on both the strategic and hands-on sides of AI.

Passionate about bridging the gap between innovation and responsibility, Anjaneya helps organizations unlock value from AI while keeping people, ethics, and real-world impact at the center of the conversation. Whether engaging executives, developers, or students, he brings clarity, curiosity, and practical insight into the fast-moving world of AI.

Anjaneya Turai is a technology strategist with over half a decade of experience in making artificial intelligence practical, ethical, and accessible. At FGD, he leads AI initiatives that range from automation and analytics to the responsible adoption... Show more

Aashay Gupta

Aashay Gupta

Aashay Gupta is a visionary technology and cybersecurity leader with a career spanning multiple industries, including healthcare, banking, and insurance. With over 15 years of experience, Aashay has consistently led enterprise IT and security initiatives that drive innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainable business growth.
His areas of specialization include securing AI/ML operations through Strategic Governance, Application Security, BISO strategy, Vulnerability Management, Product Security, Cloud Security, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).
Currently serving as a Senior Manager at CVS Health—ranked within the top 10 on the Fortune 500 companies—Aashay leads cross-functional initiatives in application security, data and AI governance, identity and access management (IAM), cloud security, and automation. His prior roles included working with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), where he spearheaded shaping cybersecurity strategy at scale.
Aashay holds several esteemed certifications, including Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) by ISACA, and Google Cloud Certifications, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving field.
Aashay is associated with a few nonprofits, like Hire Heroes, where he advises U.S. military members, veterans, and military spouses to succeed in the cybersecurity field. Aashay is a member of other organizations, such as the World Economic Forum (WEF), ISACA, etc.
Aashay is a proud recipient of the Global Power Leaders for 2025 in the field of Product and Data Security for his contribution and expertise.

Aashay Gupta is a visionary technology and cybersecurity leader with a career spanning multiple industries, including healthcare, banking, and insurance. With over 15 years of experience, Aashay has consistently led enterprise IT and security initiat... Show more

Keeshar Nondo

Keeshar Nondo

Keeshar Nondo is a 3rd-year law student and the founder of Code and Justice, a personal brand dedicated to bridging technology and law. She began coding in IGCSE Computer Science and is currently expanding her skills through She Codes via the DELAC Foundation. Keeshar focuses on helping developers build ethical, socially responsible, and legally compliant AI applications, empowering especially women in tech to innovate confidently while considering fairness, accountability, and societal impact. At DevFest Gaborone, she shares her unique perspective at the intersection of law, ethics, and AI development.

Keeshar Nondo is a 3rd-year law student and the founder of Code and Justice, a personal brand dedicated to bridging technology and law. She began coding in IGCSE Computer Science and is currently expanding her skills through She Codes via the DELAC F... Show more

Adelina Stanciu

Adelina Stanciu

Adelina is a seasoned technology leader with over 15 years of experience in agile software development across the full life cycle. Leading geographically dispersed teams across finance, e-commerce and cybersecurity, Adelina has successfully designed, developed and deployed complex, scalable applications. As an independent trainer in software architecture, Adelina is passionate about sharing knowledge through articles and thought leadership. With expertise in project planning, release management and stakeholder coordination, Adelina consistently drives high-impact results while ensuring seamless execution across teams and projects.

Adelina is a seasoned technology leader with over 15 years of experience in agile software development across the full life cycle. Leading geographically dispersed teams across finance, e-commerce and cybersecurity, Adelina has successfully designed,... Show more

Inge Vandijck

Inge Vandijck

Inge Vandijck is the founder and soul behind Bright Phoenix, a zebra company that blends purpose and profit, resilience and regeneration. The name is no coincidence — it reflects a journey of renewal and the belief that transformation often begins in the ashes of disruption.

As an economist, transition strategist, tech entrepreneur, and Climate Pact Ambassador for the European Commission, she operates across global and organizational risk domains. Her work addresses the complex interplay between climate and environmental threats, geopolitical instability, cybercrime and information security risks, data privacy challenges, physical and operational security challenges, business continuity risks, organizational resilience gaps, and human health and wellbeing challenges.

A true multipotentialite, Inge moves fluidly between strategy and storytelling, technology and human systems. Her approach combines systems thinking, co-creation, and strategic foresight to help organizations and societies face uncertainty with clarity and courage. Guided by Ikigai, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and keiretsu collaboration models, she connects patterns others overlook —inspired by thinkers like da Vinci, who understood that everything is connected with everything else.
Both storyteller and strategist, she believes that every problem is an opportunity in disguise. Through Bright Phoenix, she helps organizations and communities rise stronger and brighter — building bridges between disciplines, restoring balance between humans and systems, and translating complexity into meaningful, resilient action.

Inge Vandijck is the founder and soul behind Bright Phoenix, a zebra company that blends purpose and profit, resilience and regeneration. The name is no coincidence — it reflects a journey of renewal and the belief that transformation often begins in... Show more

Rajat Singh

Rajat Singh

Rajat Singh works as a Senior Security Consultant at KPMG Global Service. His area of interest including web application penetration testing.
He enjoys researching new attack methodology that can be used during external Network pentest activities.

Speaking Experience:
a) MCTTP 2025
b) OWASP AppSec Days Bangalore 2025

Rajat Singh works as a Senior Security Consultant at KPMG Global Service. His area of interest including web application penetration testing. He enjoys researching new attack methodology that can be used during external Network pentest activities. ... Show more

Ellen-Rae Cachola

Ellen-Rae Cachola

Dr. Ellen-Rae Cachola is the Librarian and Digital Archivist of the Center for Labor Education and Research at University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu.

Dr. Ellen-Rae Cachola is the Librarian and Digital Archivist of the Center for Labor Education and Research at University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu. Show more

Paige Hanson

Paige Hanson

Paige Hanson is a renowned authority in consumer and digital safety with nearly two decades of experience in identity management. As co-founder of SecureLabs, Paige has dedicated her career to protecting consumers and businesses from identity theft and cyber threats. She is a Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist™ and holds a certificate in Identity Leadership from the University of Texas at Austin's Center for Identity. Paige serves in board roles to R.O.S.E. (Resources/ Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly), Women in Cybersecurity - Phoenix Affiliate (WiCyS) and Information Systems Security Association – Phoenix Chapter (ISSA).

Her dedication to public safety led her to design a national identity theft training program for law enforcement, in collaboration with FBI-LEEDA, and has served as a liaison for the National Organization for Victim Advocacy, where she trained victim advocates and military personnel.

Paige is a frequent speaker at nationwide events, raising awareness about identity theft and related issues. Her expertise has been featured in numerous media outlets, solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in the field of digital safety. On a personal note, Paige resides in Arizona with her husband, daughter, and their boxer dogs, Stella and Ada. And for the record, Stella and Ada’s names are not her password. :)

Paige Hanson is a renowned authority in consumer and digital safety with nearly two decades of experience in identity management. As co-founder of SecureLabs, Paige has dedicated her career to protecting consumers and businesses from identity theft a... Show more

Felecia Dixson, EA, CTRC, ATA

Felecia Dixson, EA, CTRC, ATA

Felecia Dixson, EA, ATA, is a nationally recognized tax expert, speaker, and author with more than 40 years of experience in the tax industry. Beginning her career as a Corporate and Partnership Tax Examiner with the Indiana Department of Revenue at age 17, she quickly developed a passion for helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of taxation. Today, she is the author of Stand Strong Against the IRS: A Taxpayer's Guild and a leading advocate for empowering tax professionals to expand their practices from tax preparation to tax representation. As an Enrolled Agent and Accredited Tax Advisor, Felecia brings technical expertise, real-world insight, and practical strategies to every stage she graces. Known for her engaging and approachable style, she equips professionals with tools to overcome client challenges, build stronger practices, and achieve greater work-life balance. Felecia’s mission is simple: to inspire, educate, and transform the way tax professionals serve their clients.

Felecia Dixson, EA, ATA, is a nationally recognized tax expert, speaker, and author with more than 40 years of experience in the tax industry. Beginning her career as a Corporate and Partnership Tax Examiner with the Indiana Department of Revenue at ... Show more

Mahesh Vankayala

Mahesh Vankayala

Mahesh is a Principal Software Engineer at Oracle with over 11 years of experience building scalable, high-performance software solutions. He specializes in developing robust healthcare applications designed to meet the highest standards of security, interoperability, and compliance—including HIPAA requirements.

Mahesh’s career spans architecting AI-powered systems, pioneering blockchain integration for healthcare audits, and leading the development of applications that transform how electronic health records are managed. His expertise uniquely blends deep technical skills with a passion for improving clinical outcomes and patient data protection.

Highly regarded for collaboration, mentorship, and his approachable leadership style, Mahesh actively shares insights with the global tech community and has spoken at leading industry conferences. His professional journey, highlighted on [LinkedIn], showcases achievements in driving innovation and delivering solutions that make a real impact—earning the respect of colleagues and clients alike.

Mahesh is a Principal Software Engineer at Oracle with over 11 years of experience building scalable, high-performance software solutions. He specializes in developing robust healthcare applications designed to meet the highest standards of security,... Show more

Sky Bell

Sky Bell

Sky Bell is a seasoned AI Practitioner and Legal Technologist with over 14 years of experience in integrating emerging technology and cybersecurity solutions within government agencies. As a leader in technology integration, innovation, and AI, she spearheads AI-driven initiatives and develops comprehensive AI deployment guidelines. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Cybersecurity at Georgia Tech and a former Genius at Apple, Sky is passionate about bridging human insight with emerging technologies. Her unwavering dedication to continuous learning and problem-solving drives her exploration of AI, cybersecurity, and public policy.

Sky is the founder of Capital Region AI Catalyst, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering innovation, upskilling, and community growth in the AI sector. Capital Region AI Catalyst aims to democratize AI knowledge, cultivate a skilled local workforce, support the ethical adoption of AI by businesses and public, and foster a vibrant, collaborative AI ecosystem throughout the region. Sky’s vision for CapAI is to position the Capital Region, New York as a leader in human-centered AI application and promote equitable access to technology education.

Committed to fostering responsible AI innovation, Sky navigates the evolving landscape of humans and technology with confidence and expertise. Her passion for this nonprofit is rooted in her belief in the power of collective action to build an inclusive, innovative, and AI-powered future.

Sky Bell is a seasoned AI Practitioner and Legal Technologist with over 14 years of experience in integrating emerging technology and cybersecurity solutions within government agencies. As a leader in technology integration, innovation, and AI, she s... Show more

Alek Tarkowski

Alek Tarkowski

dr Alek Tarkowski is a digital activist, strategist and sociologist of technology. He is the co-founder and Strategy Director at the Open Future think tank. He also sits on the Board of Directors of Creative Commons and chairs the Oversight Board of Centrum Cyfrowe, a Polish digital think-and-do tank. He is member and co-founder of Communia, a European advocacy association supporting the digital public domain. His previous experience includes strategic advisory role in the Polish Office of the Prime Minister and positions in advisory bodies to the Polish Minister of Digital Affairs. His work focuses on strategies and public policies through which digital technologies are shaped to maximize public benefit. New Europe Challenger 2016 and Leadership Academy of Poland alumnus (class of 2017).

dr Alek Tarkowski is a digital activist, strategist and sociologist of technology. He is the co-founder and Strategy Director at the Open Future think tank. He also sits on the Board of Directors of Creative Commons and chairs the Oversight Board of ... Show more

Igor Antonacci

Igor Antonacci

DevOps Engineer, Application Lifecycle Management lover. Working in the field since early 2000s, I’ve been always in touch with latest, bleeding-edge technologies.
Started as Microsoft Developer, moved to the IT Operations Team and then, falled in love with the Agile, Application Lifecycle Management and Enterprise IT Security & Compliance.

DevOps Engineer, Application Lifecycle Management lover. Working in the field since early 2000s, I’ve been always in touch with latest, bleeding-edge technologies. Started as Microsoft Developer, moved to the IT Operations Team and then, falled in ... Show more

Tatiana Nikiforova

Tatiana Nikiforova

Tatiana Nikiforova is the founder and managing partner at Bytes&Rights, an advisory boutique for digital and online businesses, and an internationally recognized expert in intellectual property and technology law.

She holds law degrees from Oxford University and St. Petersburg State University, and built a distinguished career at top international law firms before founding Bytes&Rights. Driven by the vision that legal services should keep pace with technological development, Tatiana advises founders, scale-ups, and investors across Europe and the US on the fast-evolving regulatory landscape of AI, data, fintech, Web3, and global IP.

Tatiana has been recognized by leading legal rankings, including Best Lawyers for Media Law in Russia (2014–2019) and The Legal 500 for IP and TMT (2018–2019).

Committed to education and knowledge sharing, Tatiana authored an online course on Intellectual Property Management and regularly publishes insights on the intersection of law, technology, and innovation.

Tatiana Nikiforova is the founder and managing partner at Bytes&Rights, an advisory boutique for digital and online businesses, and an internationally recognized expert in intellectual property and technology law. She holds law degrees from Oxford... Show more

Sia Ghassemi

Sia Ghassemi

Sia Ghassemi is a passionate software architect, Microsoft Azure AI MVP, and the founder of Sia Consulting GmbH, a company specializing in GDPR, Dev-Security, Cloud-Security, and AI technologies. He is a frequent speaker and workshop leader at conferences across Germany.

Sia Ghassemi is a passionate software architect, Microsoft Azure AI MVP, and the founder of Sia Consulting GmbH, a company specializing in GDPR, Dev-Security, Cloud-Security, and AI technologies. He is a frequent speaker and workshop leader at confer... Show more

Mansell Law

Mansell Law

Workers shouldn’t have to tolerate unfair treatment or workplace misconduct. At Mansell Law, our employment lawyers NYC fight for your rights, whether you’ve been ignored, threatened, or undervalued. Experiencing intimidation or inappropriate behavior? A harassment attorney takes action to prevent further harm and holds accountable those responsible. If promotions, assignments, or pay felt unjust due to personal characteristics, a discrimination lawyer steps in to demand fair treatment under protected-class legislation. And when speaking out against fraud or violations leads to retaliation, our harassment attorney gives you legal support to protect career and integrity. Our goal: provide clear guidance and robust representation every step of the way.

Workers shouldn’t have to tolerate unfair treatment or workplace misconduct. At Mansell Law, our employment lawyers NYC fight for your rights, whether you’ve been ignored, threatened, or undervalued. Experiencing intimidation or inappropriate behavio... Show more

Marco Antonio Villán

Marco Antonio Villán

Magister en Tecnologías informáticas y de Comunicaciones de la Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (UADE). Docente e Investigador UADE. Licenciado en Comunicación Audiovisual de la Universidad de San Martín y periodista de la escuela de periodismo TEA. Además, referente de Seguridad de la Información del Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires (ITBA) y Analista en Seguridad de la Información en el Departamento de Informática del Ministerio de Justicia.

Me especializo en Protección de Datos Personales, Privacidad y Seguridad de la información. Como investigador me desempeño en el marco de las actividades de Ciencia y Técnica (ACyT) del Instituto de Tecnología (INTEC) de la Universidad Argentina de la Empresa. Actualmente y desde hace seis años estoy a cargo de proyectos de investigación sobre análisis de vulnerabilidades en aplicaciones para Android.

Magister en Tecnologías informáticas y de Comunicaciones de la Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (UADE). Docente e Investigador UADE. Licenciado en Comunicación Audiovisual de la Universidad de San Martín y periodista de la escuela de periodismo TE... Show more

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