The poacher and the gamekeeper: 25+ years building enterprise technology at the highest level — WPP, Heathrow, Arup, BBC — and over a decade as a civil society board trustee at Article 19, Privacy International, and the Inspiring Leadership Foundation. The person who built a £250m agentic AI platform (at the world's largest advertising company) is the same person fighting for digital rights and economic empowerment. That tension is what makes the keynotes honest — and what makes David genuinely rare on any speaker roster. Author of two books. Creator of the J-Curve of Change framework, cited across industries for 20+ years. Available for keynotes, panels, and firesides on AI transformation, AI governance, and what responsible leadership actually looks like in practice.

The poacher and the gamekeeper: 25+ years building enterprise technology at the highest level — WPP, Heathrow, Arup, BBC — and over a decade as a civil society board trustee at Article 19, Privacy International, and the Inspiring Leadership Foundatio... Show more

I am a longtime developer turned architect who now drives security across the software development lifecycle at ING.

After years of writing code myself, I bring a builder’s mindset to every security conversation - practical, energetic, and and rooted in developer‑friendliness. Whether I’m designing guardrails or talking supply chain security, I’m all about helping teams ship faster and safer.

I am a longtime developer turned architect who now drives security across the software development lifecycle at ING. After years of writing code myself, I bring a builder’s mindset to every security conversation - practical, energetic, and and ro... Show more

Nathan Max Osorio is a speaker, author, attorney, and creator of Access Architecture, a practical framework for restoring access to clarity, choice, communication, and action under pressure.

For more than 15 years, Nathan has worked as an immigration attorney in high-stakes environments where language, timing, and decisions carry real consequences. He is also the author of You Begin with Language: Master the Foundation of Human Experience and the founder of Interrupt the Loop, a Los Angeles-based training company.

Nathan’s work is built on one core distinction: people do not fail because they lack knowledge. They fail because, in the moments that matter most, they lose access to what they already know.

His talks are practical, grounded, and human. Audiences leave with language they can use immediately, a clearer understanding of what interrupts access, and a repeatable way to return to action under pressure.

Nathan Max Osorio is a speaker, author, attorney, and creator of Access Architecture, a practical framework for restoring access to clarity, choice, communication, and action under pressure. For more than 15 years, Nathan has worked as an immigrat... Show more

I help customers in a variety of domains like Banking & Financials, Insurance, E-Commerce, and Retail achieve continuous delivery of quality products and services with faster, consistent and reliable release cycles and reduced time to Market. I have been an active practitioner of infrastructure development and DevOps disciples and through my analysis, discovery and quality engineering I help organizations transform traditional IT to a DevOps driven lifecycle by forming cross-functional poly-skilled teams

I help customers in a variety of domains like Banking & Financials, Insurance, E-Commerce, and Retail achieve continuous delivery of quality products and services with faster, consistent and reliable release cycles and reduced time to Market. I have ... Show more

With over 15 years of experience in global systemically important financial institutions—including Citibank, Bank of America, and HSBC—Shweta Khosla is a leading practitioner at the intersection of artificial intelligence and financial risk management.

Throughout her career, she has designed enterprise-scale risk governance frameworks, AI-driven risk reporting platforms, and GenAI-enabled regulatory and data governance solutions supporting some of the world's largest financial institutions.

A recognized speaker, judge, and thought leader, Shweta has presented at Microsoft Community Days, served on industry expert panels, and contributed to enterprise AI innovation initiatives. Her work focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence to transform risk management, governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise decision-making.

With over 15 years of experience in global systemically important financial institutions—including Citibank, Bank of America, and HSBC—Shweta Khosla is a leading practitioner at the intersection of artificial intelligence and financial risk managemen... Show more

I'm Shifa, a Senior Fullstack Engineer with nearly 7 years across Salesforce SMTS (where I led the org-wide LLM evaluation that defined Agentforce's customer-facing AI strategy), Amazon SDE-2 (Java/React/Spring Boot/AWS, distributed systems at marketplace scale), and Société Générale (Fintech banking microservices).

I'm passionate about making backend engineering visible to frontend developers, especially in the AI era, where the gap between what's promised and what ships matters more than ever.

Grace Hopper Scholar. MIT Innovation Leadership Bootcamp alumna.

Previous talks:
• AWEsome Seattle 2023 : https://youtu.be/7z7hGFgFNBg
• Amazon DevCon Boston 2023
• WebDevCon London 2024: https://youtu.be/-X6qWA5GB7o

Speaker video samples (drive): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11XREN3EMvJ1P4rGEB84wKsp5qjVCVSZg?usp=sharing

I'm Shifa, a Senior Fullstack Engineer with nearly 7 years across Salesforce SMTS (where I led the org-wide LLM evaluation that defined Agentforce's customer-facing AI strategy), Amazon SDE-2 (Java/React/Spring Boot/AWS, distributed systems at market... Show more

Aruneesh Salhotra is a seasoned technologist and servant leader, renowned for his extensive expertise across cybersecurity, DevSecOps, AI, Business Continuity, Audit, Sales. His impactful presence as an industry thought leader is underscored by his contributions as a speaker and panelist at leading industry events. Aruneesh’s engagement with key security bodies like OWASP, IEEE, CFF, PBC significantly shapes security policies and promotes better cybersecurity practices. Aruneesh is a distinguished board advisor and a limited partner in several venture capital firms, specializing in cybersecurity. Aruneesh leverages his credentials, including CISSP, C-CISO, GCISO, AWS and Kubernetes, to provide strategic direction on several advisory boards. Aruneesh serves in leadership roles in OWASP Agentic AI Top Ten, AI Exchange, LLM Top Ten, AIBOM Supply Chain, Serverless Top Ten Project, IEEE Next Gen Cyber Security. Aruneesh has a proven record of building communities around topics relevant to Cyber Security and AI community. Aruneesh is also a member of InfraGard in the NY Metro Chapter.

Aruneesh Salhotra is a seasoned technologist and servant leader, renowned for his extensive expertise across cybersecurity, DevSecOps, AI, Business Continuity, Audit, Sales. His impactful presence as an industry thought leader is underscored by his c... Show more

Beth McDonough is an author, keynote speaker, recovery advocate and reconstruction of life strategist.

She guides people through their lowest moments to rebuild what stands next after public collapse, when visibility is high, consequences are real, and the path forward is unclear.

Beth is a living case study in recovery, resilience and reconstruction. She occupies the space between catastrophe and comeback.

An investigative journalist for 30 years, Beth covered disasters until she became one. Two highly publicized DUIs. Fired twice. First by the newsroom, then by society. Her work speaks to people whose mistakes live online permanently.

Beth understands what it takes to recreate a life while the world watches, because she did the work on herself first. She is the case study. Alcohol took her down once, an invisible illness tried to again. The breakdown became her blueprint for showing others how to re-emerge structurally stronger than before, from the inside out, when willpower isn’t enough.

Beth shares an original message for audiences hungry for something stronger than motivation and more compassionate than discipline.

Beth developed the STILL STANDING™ method, a five-step framework that treats recovery & resilience like reconstruction projects for life AFTER impact. The approach is evidence-based, trauma-aware, shame-informed and pressure tested.

Before her collapse, Beth documented some of the most defining breaking news events of our time:
• 9/11 terrorist attacks
• Oklahoma City bombing
• I-35W Minneapolis bridge collapse
• Prince’s sudden death
• Escape of kidnapped teen Jayme Closs
• Civil unrest following George Floyd’s death in police custody: Beth was wounded by gunfire while reporting

Her work has appeared on CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX News along with countless podcasts, newspapers, magazines and talk shows.

She’s earned multiple Emmy Awards, a national Edward R. Murrow Award, the prestigious duPont- Columbia Journalism Award for coverage of George Floyd’s death and the racial reckoning that followed.

Beth authored two memoirs, STANDBY and STILL STANDING, one book opens the wound. The second shows the rebuild. She's also been featured in a Lifetime documentary with survivor advocate Elizabeth Smart called, “Smart Justice: The Jayme Closs Case.”

Beyond the newsroom, Beth channeled her love for animals into owning a dog daycare before returning to journalism with renewed perspective.

Today, she lives in southern Utah desert surrounded by red rock mountains. Sharing life with her rescue weiner dog, she continues to tell stories about resilience, redemption, reinvention and reconstructing a life after a career spent in the fast lane.

Beth McDonough is an author, keynote speaker, recovery advocate and reconstruction of life strategist. She guides people through their lowest moments to rebuild what stands next after public collapse, when visibility is high, consequences are real... Show more

Collin Hogue-Spears is an independent researcher and author of From Lab to Life: How AI Works in China (Gatekeeper Press, August 2026). His work examines how regulation shapes AI markets, drawing on Chinese-language regulatory sources, company filings, and technical research. Since 2024, his work has appeared across more than 60 articles in more than 25 publications. He has bylines in Compliance Week, Information Week, and CSO Online, and his analysis has been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Dark Reading, and CIO.

He holds the CISSP credential, an MBA and Mandarin certification from Shanghai International Studies University, and presents at IRM UK's Data and AI Conference Europe in 2026.
CISSP | [AWS Certified Security -- Specialty | CISM] | MBA, UMass Amherst

Collin Hogue-Spears is an independent researcher and author of From Lab to Life: How AI Works in China (Gatekeeper Press, August 2026). His work examines how regulation shapes AI markets, drawing on Chinese-language regulatory sources, company filing... Show more

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Azahara Corrales is an AI Governance Strategist, international speaker, and consultant helping organisations adopt AI in a way that is profitable, ethical, and built to last.
Her path into AI is anything but conventional. After starting her career as a journalist in Spain, Azahara moved to the UK where she spent six years in hospitality management before retraining in International Marketing. She went on to work inside some of the UK's largest marketing agencies, where she had a front-row seat to the chaos of AI adoption without strategy — watching organisations rush to implement tools without governance, training, or any clear plan for what happens when something goes wrong.
That experience became the foundation for the MATRIZ™ Framework — a proprietary six-pillar methodology that takes organisations from ungoverned AI experimentation to accountable, scalable AI adoption. MATRIZ addresses Mindset, Assessment, Targeted Use Cases, Responsibility, Integration, and Z-Value (the real measure of whether AI is actually working for the business).
Azahara speaks regularly at major international conferences including Brighton SEO — one of the world's largest search conferences, where she has spoken four times — AfricaTech, London Tech Show and DES Málaga. Her most recent talk, Mind the Gap: How AI Could Leave People Behind and How We Can Stop It, was cited by multiple attendees as one of the highlights of Brighton SEO 2026 and sparked conversations that extended well beyond the conference floor.
Her talks blend hard data with human storytelling, making complex topics around AI governance, bias, and legislation genuinely accessible to non-technical audiences. She is particularly known for bringing the EU AI Act to life in plain language — explaining what full enforcement means for real businesses without the legal jargon.
Azahara is also the author of the forthcoming book AI: A Guide for Women Who Were Never Told This Was For Them, and is currently leading a research collaboration with OtterlyAI investigating gender visibility gaps in AI-generated search results.
She is available for keynotes, panel discussions, workshop facilitation, and corporate training on AI governance, responsible adoption, AI literacy, and the EU AI Act.
Key topics:
— AI Governance and the EU AI Act: What Your Business Actually Needs to Do
— Mind the Gap: AI Bias and Who Gets Left Behind
— Stop Optimising for AI Search. Start Building an AI Strategy.
— Beyond the Hype: How to Introduce AI Without Burning Out Your Team
— AI for Everyone: Making Technology Work for the Whole Organisation

Azahara Corrales is an AI Governance Strategist, international speaker, and consultant helping organisations adopt AI in a way that is profitable, ethical, and built to last. Her path into AI is anything but conventional. After starting her career a... Show more

Andrew Staton works as a Cybersecurity Advisor at Dell Technologies. His background entails working with and for companies of all shapes and sizes to implement and stand up a Secure CyberSecurity program and enhance their existing practices. He is active within the North Alabama Chapter of the ISSA and loves to share knowledge and help anyone he can.

Andrew Staton works as a Cybersecurity Advisor at Dell Technologies. His background entails working with and for companies of all shapes and sizes to implement and stand up a Secure CyberSecurity program and enhance their existing practices. He is ac... Show more

Lora Vaughn helps business leaders understand technology risk without the jargon. A former NSA analyst and two-time CISO, she’s protected organizations from global fintechs to community banks. Now she advises executives on practical ways to protect their business, implement AI tools safely, and respond when things go wrong. A LinkedIn Learning instructor with courses taken by thousands, Lora delivers straight talk about what actually matters. No fear-mongering. No vendor pitches. Just what you actually need to know.

Lora Vaughn helps business leaders understand technology risk without the jargon. A former NSA analyst and two-time CISO, she’s protected organizations from global fintechs to community banks. Now she advises executives on practical ways to protect t... Show more

Gustavo Venegas es fundador de AI Security SpA - Gobierno IA y Seguridad IA, con experiencia en la implementación de programas de seguridad y gobernanza para sistemas de inteligencia artificial en entornos regulados.

Ha liderado iniciativas de AI Security y AI Governance en organizaciones como LATAM Airlines y BCP Credicorp Perú, desarrollando guardrails, políticas y controles para el uso seguro y responsable de inteligencia artificial.

Es autor de investigaciones técnicas publicadas sobre Shadow AI, descubrimiento de activos de inteligencia artificial y modelos de evaluación de riesgos asociados a sistemas basados en IA. Su trabajo combina investigación académica y desarrollo práctico, enfocándose en la transición desde entornos no gobernados hacia ecosistemas de inteligencia artificial seguros y auditables.

Mis áreas de especialización incluyen:

AI Governance
Shadow AI Discovery
AI Security
Runtime Guardrails
AI Risk Scoring
AI Red Teaming

Gustavo Venegas es fundador de AI Security SpA - Gobierno IA y Seguridad IA, con experiencia en la implementación de programas de seguridad y gobernanza para sistemas de inteligencia artificial en entornos regulados. Ha liderado iniciativas de A... Show more

Matt Barnett is a cybersecurity executive and incident response leader who has worked on high-stakes ransomware incidents affecting organizations across multiple industries. He is frequently seen on NBC as a go to resource in Philadelphia for cyber events. As a founder of SEVN-X, he specializes in adversary-focused security, digital forensics, and incident response, including direct involvement in ransomware negotiations where business risk, legal exposure, and operational survival intersect. Matt brings a rare perspective from the front lines—combining technical depth, real-world negotiation experience, and an understanding of how threat actors think, operate, and exploit pressure. His talks focus on what actually happens during ransomware events, what organizations get wrong, and how negotiation decisions shape outcomes long after the ransom note appears.

Matt Barnett is a cybersecurity executive and incident response leader who has worked on high-stakes ransomware incidents affecting organizations across multiple industries. He is frequently seen on NBC as a go to resource in Philadelphia for cyber e... Show more

Nitish Mutha is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Genie AI. With Genie, he is transforming the legal industry through his visionary leadership.

Genie AI has developed generative technologies that enable anyone to create and review legal contracts without the need for a lawyer. Today, Genie serves over 200,000 customers worldwide, empowering small and medium-sized businesses to save thousands in legal fees and reclaim autonomy over their contracts.

With a Master’s degree in Machine Learning (AI) from University College London (UCL) and a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Telecommunication from Pune University, Nitish’s contributions to AI have been recognised nationally and internationally. From winning awards for innovation in computer science, to receiving the UK Government’s Exceptional Talent Visa for his pioneering work. His research collaborations with Oxford University and Imperial College London on explainable AI have been published in leading NLP journals, and he is an Ambassador for the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Driven by deep curiosity, innovation and purpose, Nitish continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible with AI. Not only to redefine the legal industry, but to help shape a future where intelligent technology amplifies human potential and drives inclusive economic growth for everyone.

Nitish Mutha is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Genie AI. With Genie, he is transforming the legal industry through his visionary leadership. Genie AI has developed generative technologies that enable anyone to create and revi... Show more

Ruthann Savage is the founder of Savage Dynamic Consulting, where she helps organizations turn strategy into movement. Known for her diagnostic clarity and ability to translate complexity into execution, she advises companies on how to improve performance by aligning leadership, talent, and process.

Her work spans Fortune 100 environments and founder‑led firms, where she is called in when execution stalls, growth slows, or leaders need sharper traction. Ruthann’s approach blends organizational psychology, process architecture, and practical performance engineering-helping teams reduce churn, accelerate decisions, and strengthen accountability.

She also guides leaders through the human side of emerging technologies, including how AI reshapes capability, alignment, and culture. A published author and professional speaker, Ruthann is recognized for challenging assumptions, provoking clarity, and helping leaders build systems that work in the real world. Whether supporting post‑M&A integration or advising on workforce strategy, her message remains consistent: performance improves when people, process, and leadership move in the same direction.

Ruthann Savage is the founder of Savage Dynamic Consulting, where she helps organizations turn strategy into movement. Known for her diagnostic clarity and ability to translate complexity into execution, she advises companies on how to improve perfor... Show more

I am the founder of Emotion-First AI and creator of a post-generation AI governance approach focused on improving how AI outputs are interpreted and acted on by humans. My work centers on identifying where AI systems fail in real-world use—not at generation, but at the moment of decision.

I have developed practical methods for detecting when AI responses “look right” but lead to poor outcomes, helping teams introduce lightweight checks before action is taken. I write and speak about AI governance, human-AI interaction, and decision-making at the boundary where AI meets real-world impact.

I am the founder of Emotion-First AI and creator of a post-generation AI governance approach focused on improving how AI outputs are interpreted and acted on by humans. My work centers on identifying where AI systems fail in real-world use—not at gen... Show more

Lee is an experienced business technologist who has been creatively disrupting the technology, media and finance industries throughout his career. His blend of business acumen, creativity and technology experience brings a unique perspective on driving business change. From helping decentralise the Internet on the board of ICANN to building the foundations for BBC Online and OnDigital (the world's first digital television service) to dreaming up the idea for the UK Faster Payments service then chairing the industry bodies that delivered it, he is always at the forefront of data and digital disruption. An accomplished photographer with over 80 awards for his work, he was invited to join the advisory panel of 1854 Media to help steer The British Journal of Photography through its digital transition. He is the recipient of DataIQ's Lifetime Achievement Award, Tech-Exec magazine's Data Leader of the Year award, twice recognised in the DataIQ100 Top Influential People in Data, and received Global Finance magazine's Top Innovator Award.

Lee is also an accomplished creative having been a journalist for the likes of Future Publishing, HarperCollins and IDG and has received numerous awards for his photography including back-to-back Best of the Best awards in the Architecture Masterprize and medals from BIFA, NYPA, PX3 and TIFA.

Lee is an experienced business technologist who has been creatively disrupting the technology, media and finance industries throughout his career. His blend of business acumen, creativity and technology experience brings a unique perspective on drivi... Show more

Jimmy Su currently working at CyCraft as a Senior Security Researcher, holds a master’s degree in Information Security from National Tsing Hua University (NTHU). His work focuses on attacks involving Active Directory, Cloud, and identity-related security. Jimmy holds certifications including eJPT, CRTO, ARTA, and GRTA. He has presented at conferences such as CyberSec, HITCON 101, SECCON, SO-CON, OAIC, and co-authored a talk at ROOTCON. He has also delivered technical training and workshops, and shared his expertise with various organizations, including government agencies, ISPs, and academic institutions in Taiwan.

Jimmy Su currently working at CyCraft as a Senior Security Researcher, holds a master’s degree in Information Security from National Tsing Hua University (NTHU). His work focuses on attacks involving Active Directory, Cloud, and identity-related secu... Show more

Lalit Kumar Bhasin is a maintainer of OpenTelemetry C++ and OpenTelemetry Rust, with a strong focus on observability in native and systems-level environments. He has spent the past five years at Microsoft working on production-grade telemetry pipelines and open-source instrumentation. His work bridges high-performance native applications and modern observability standards, with a focus on using eBPF and Rust to push OpenTelemetry deeper into the stack.

Lalit Kumar Bhasin is a maintainer of OpenTelemetry C++ and OpenTelemetry Rust, with a strong focus on observability in native and systems-level environments. He has spent the past five years at Microsoft working on production-grade telemetry pipelin... Show more

Virendra Singh Chawra is a Specialist in Data Engineering, AI & Data at Deloitte Consulting LLP, architecting AI, machine learning, and data engineering solutions across banking, insurance, and life sciences. Holding an MS in Computer Science, he specializes in fraud, risk, and compliance analytics and in building secure, governed AI platforms that help organizations address financial crime and regulatory exposure. He is an industry speaker, published researcher, and technology thought leader focused on agentic AI, cloud data security, explainable systems, and responsible enterprise AI adoption. Virendra bridges emerging innovation with governance, security, and regulatory compliance across highly regulated industries.

Virendra Singh Chawra is a Specialist in Data Engineering, AI & Data at Deloitte Consulting LLP, architecting AI, machine learning, and data engineering solutions across banking, insurance, and life sciences. Holding an MS in Computer Science, he spe... Show more

Fred Bret-Mounet is a fractional CISO and founder of Bastille Security, with 20 years leading security programs in healthcare, IoMT, and government SaaS. A hacker at heart, he never stopped getting his hands dirty, whether that means cracking open IoT devices or writing code himself. He advises on AI security governance (NIST AI RMF, ISO 42001, EU AI Act) and performs hands-on security reviews of AI tooling. He has previously spoken at DEF CON, Black Hat, and RSA on IoT and embedded security, most recently in a 2026 RSA fireside chat on agentic AI security, along with numerous local cyber community events.

Fred Bret-Mounet is a fractional CISO and founder of Bastille Security, with 20 years leading security programs in healthcare, IoMT, and government SaaS. A hacker at heart, he never stopped getting his hands dirty, whether that means cracking open Io... Show more

Ababacar Diop is Senegalese. He is a lawyer and President of the Dakar-based organization Jonction. He has been active for some ten years in the defense and promotion of digital rights in West Africa and worldwide. His organization, Jonction, focuses on the defense of human and digital rights.

Ababacar Diop is Senegalese. He is a lawyer and President of the Dakar-based organization Jonction. He has been active for some ten years in the defense and promotion of digital rights in West Africa and worldwide. His organization, Jonction, focuses... Show more

Mauro D. Ríos is a Technology Key Opinion Leader (KOL) specializing in e-Government, digital transformation, and technology neutrality. He is a co-founder of eGoverment Uruguay Agency (AGESIC) and the creator of Uruguay’s Digital Agenda (ADU) and the National OID Assignment Unit (UNAOID), which manages the identifiers powering the Digital ID, the Electronic Government Records (APIA), the Electronic Health Record, and other systems. He formulated one of the most widely used definitions of technology neutrality globally. He served as Technology Director of the National Public Education Administration (ANEP) during the COVID pandemic. His professional experience includes work with the IDB (MIF), Canada’s IDRC, URSEC, Parliament, ALC Universities, the Internet Society, and the private sector. He was selected by the Pew Research Center (Elon University, USA) to provide predictions regarding the Internet and AI in 2035. He has authored 10 books and 70 articles; some rank in Elsevier’s top 10, while others are included in the CERLAC library (UNESCO).

Mauro D. Ríos is a Technology Key Opinion Leader (KOL) specializing in e-Government, digital transformation, and technology neutrality. He is a co-founder of eGoverment Uruguay Agency (AGESIC) and the creator of Uruguay’s Digital Agenda (ADU) and the... Show more

Experienced professional with expertise in corporate and NGO accounting, human resource management, procurement.

Recognized as a specialist in human rights and climate finance, with a strong commitment to promoting sustainable development and social justice.

Experienced professional with expertise in corporate and NGO accounting, human resource management, procurement. Recognized as a specialist in human rights and climate finance, with a strong commitment to promoting sustainable development and soci... Show more

Pratik Patel is a Technology Delivery leader and AI transformation strategist with over 14 years spent solving one of banking's hardest problems: modernizing fraud detection, anti-money laundering, and regulatory compliance systems without slowing down the business. He has led high-stakes technology programs for institutions including TD Bank, Royal Bank of Canada, Santander, and United Missouri Bank, giving him a rare, ground-level view into how financial institutions can innovate responsibly under intense regulatory scrutiny.
As Engagement Director of Technology Delivery at Hexaware Technologies, Pratik is currently pioneering an AI-engineered software development lifecycle, deploying autonomous, domain-grounded AI agents to modernize legacy banking systems at a pace and quality level previously thought impossible. His work has dramatically compressed migration timelines and slashed post-migration defects, offering a real-world blueprint for enterprises wrestling with legacy modernization. He is simultaneously leading TD Bank's Cash Transaction Reporting overhaul, a critical AML control, and directing an AI-driven fraud detection initiative built to prevent millions in annual losses. Few voices in the industry can speak as credibly to the intersection of generative AI, agentic automation, and financial risk management.
Pratik's career reflects a rare dual mastery: deep regulatory and risk expertise paired with hands-on AI and cloud engineering leadership. At Royal Bank of Canada, he owned a multi-million-dollar capital markets risk portfolio, directing cross-functional teams through DFAST and CCAR compliance. At LivePerson, he spearheaded a company-wide Generative AI strategy and led a major multi-vertical cloud migration. Earlier, he built Enterprise Risk Management functions and delivered fraud and wallet-share analytics using major credit bureau data, giving him firsthand experience across the full financial risk lifecycle, from consumer fraud to enterprise capital risk.
An AWS Certified Solutions Architect with a Master of Science in Computer Science from the New York Institute of Technology, Pratik brings both technical depth and executive fluency to every stage he steps on. He is a sought-after voice for conversations on responsible AI adoption in regulated industries, the future of agentic automation in enterprise IT, and how financial institutions can modernize without compromising compliance. Audiences leave his talks with practical, field-tested strategies rather than theory, making him an ideal speaker for conferences focused on AI, fintech innovation, risk management, and enterprise transformation.

Pratik Patel is a Technology Delivery leader and AI transformation strategist with over 14 years spent solving one of banking's hardest problems: modernizing fraud detection, anti-money laundering, and regulatory compliance systems without slowing do... Show more

Robert Nordlander has over 20 years of experience as a special agent with IRS-Criminal Investigation, where he chased tax evaders and money launderers around the world. He is currently the owner of a CPA firm that focuses on forensic accounting and resolving tough tax problems. He is an author of three books on criminal taxes and unpaid payroll taxes. Nordlander speaks on national stages on forensic accounting, tax resolution, and white-collar investigations.

Robert Nordlander has over 20 years of experience as a special agent with IRS-Criminal Investigation, where he chased tax evaders and money launderers around the world. He is currently the owner of a CPA firm that focuses on forensic accounting and ... Show more

Led a €10M acquisition solo (Portugal's first search fund to close a deal), then landed in a legal dispute against Big Law and Fortune 500 companies. Facing the resource asymmetry, he taught himself to build AI tools to research and file submissions, 20+ filings across 3 jurisdictions so far. Now he builds those tools for others through Satrix.ai (Lex.ai for legal research and drafting; DealBrief.co for deal risk). Deal Partner at Boardy Ventures.

Led a €10M acquisition solo (Portugal's first search fund to close a deal), then landed in a legal dispute against Big Law and Fortune 500 companies. Facing the resource asymmetry, he taught himself to build AI tools to research and file submissions,... Show more

Dr. Summer Gibson is an Assistant Professor of Special Education in the College of Education and Human Development at Lamar University, where her work focuses on supporting students with disabilities and preparing effective special education professionals. With 25 years of experience in education, she brings practitioner-grounded expertise to her teaching and scholarship, drawing on prior roles a Special Education Director, Special Education Coordinator, Behavior Specialist, Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TSVI), and as a K–12 classroom special education teacher. Dr. Gibson's research examines the experiences of students with visual impairments and albinism, twice-exceptional learners, behavioral interventions, and transition services for students with exceptionalities. She has authored peer-reviewed scholarship on the views and experiences of secondary students with albinism and maintains an active research agenda. Dr. Gibson serves on the editorial board of the British Journal of Visual Impairment and as a Task Force Member for the National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH), and she presents nationally on visual impairments, self-advocacy, and transition planning for individuals with disabilities and their families. She earned a Ph.D. from Texas Tech University and an M.Ed. from Lamar University, and she holds certification as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments. Dr. Gibson is committed to creating inclusive, supportive learning environments where every student feels valued and to bridging the gap between research and practice in service of students with disabilities.

Dr. Summer Gibson is an Assistant Professor of Special Education in the College of Education and Human Development at Lamar University, where her work focuses on supporting students with disabilities and preparing effective special education professi... Show more