Adina Cristocea, M.A., Trainer for Diversity and Inclusion and Participation Peer Counselor at EUTB® (Complementary independent participation counselling), combines her background in psychology of excellence, coaching and instructional design to discuss strategies for building inclusive digital products. Her personal and professional experience in participation policies and programs informs her approach to creating accessible and engaging digital experiences for neurodiverse users.

Adina Cristocea, M.A., Trainer for Diversity and Inclusion and Participation Peer Counselor at EUTB® (Complementary independent participation counselling), combines her background in psychology of excellence, coaching and instructional design to disc... Show more

My mission is to build innovative products and strong teams using modern technologies and methodologies. During my career I have gained experience in product development, operations & management, product marketing, strategic planning and I can say the following about myself:

As a Product Manager
• I make customer-centric decisions that are the basis for creating a profitable and high-quality product.
• I prefer the synergy of personal product vision and data driven decisions because hypotheses are good, but hypotheses backed by research and data are better.

As a Project Manager and Scrum Master I can lead and grow teams from 10 to 80 people
• I facilitate and help teams solve internal and external impediments, releasing the full potential of each member.
• I understand and speak tech, while at the same time explain in simple terms the business needs to tech.

Last but not least - I refine and educate to be a better version of myself
• I'm constantly learning new things, taking the best from other areas and constantly improving my core skills.
• Remaining calm in the face of uncertainty and difficult challenges.

I'm always glad to meet new people and discuss new opportunities with common points of interest. Send me a message if you want to talk about finance, Web3 or just meet and have a cup of coffee.

My mission is to build innovative products and strong teams using modern technologies and methodologies. During my career I have gained experience in product development, operations & management, product marketing, strategic planning and I can say th... Show more

An accomplished management consultant with a consistent track record of success in risk identification, design, review, enhancement, implementation, and monitoring of numerous risk management programs. Currently completing a masters in digital business, Mfundo has gained expertise in digital transformation, business strategy for a digital world, innovation & corporate entrepreneurship, design thinking, and digitalising operations. He effectively applies these skills by implementing innovative risk management solutions, driving digital transformation initiatives, and optimizing business processes and helping organisations play and win in the digital era.

An accomplished management consultant with a consistent track record of success in risk identification, design, review, enhancement, implementation, and monitoring of numerous risk management programs. Currently completing a masters in digital busine... Show more

Leslie has 15 years of blending creative design and revenue-generating strategies to help strengthen brands and propel businesses forward. With a keen understanding that marketing is both art and science, she helps develop brands that genuinely resonate with their target audience and aren't afraid to be unconventional. Her history of re-focusing and revitalizing digital presences to generate increased profits and stakeholder buy-in is trusted by corporations and nonprofits alike.

Leslie is an entrepreneurship enthusiast who loves sharing how she turned her side hustle into a six-figure full time business utilizing her propriety P.L.A.N. Method. Leslie now teaches the P.L.A.N Method to aspiring entrepreneurs in engaging workshops and keynotes.

Leslie holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Marketing with a Minor in English Language & Literature from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville where she graduated as a Johnetta Haley Scholar, Dean’s List Scholar, and Enterprise Corporation Awardee.

Leslie is a Chicago area native, who now calls the St. Louis area home. Leslie enjoys hosting events, all kinds of trivia games, and traveling with her husband Jarrod.

Leslie has 15 years of blending creative design and revenue-generating strategies to help strengthen brands and propel businesses forward. With a keen understanding that marketing is both art and science, she helps develop brands that genuinely reson... 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

Jonathan Venguer is a film producer and entrepreneur focused on improving the filmmaking process through technology and community participation. He began his career working with Oscar-winning producers on major studio films such as Invictus and Safe before branching out into independent filmmaking. As both a producer and executive producer, he has worked on films like Medeas and Souvenir, gaining hands-on experience in development, production, and distribution.

Jonathan is the founder of SUM PICTURES, a membership-based film production platform that integrates blockchain to streamline production, enhance audience engagement, and maximize impact. Designed to provide filmmakers and production companies with tools for collaboration, funding, and data-driven decision-making, SUM PICTURES is pioneering a more transparent and participatory approach to filmmaking.

With a background in film production and a focus on innovation, Jonathan is exploring how blockchain technology can improve governance, funding, and distribution in the industry. He has received legal support from the Stand with Crypto Creators Defense Fund to ensure SUM PICTURES operates within regulatory best practices.

His insights on decentralized production, blockchain’s role in media, and audience-driven storytelling contribute to discussions on the future of entertainment and technology.

Jonathan Venguer is a film producer and entrepreneur focused on improving the filmmaking process through technology and community participation. He began his career working with Oscar-winning producers on major studio films such as Invictus and Safe ... Show more

Jay is a Cyber Security and DevSecOps Professional. He is a Technology & Educational consultant and has 7+ years of Industry experience & has received his Master's degree from Southern Methodist University, Texas, USA. He is Academic Liaison for Canada DevOps Community of Practice, Vice-Chair IEEE YP and worked in companies like Jio, Supreme Lending, Cyber Group & EY. He has various Cloud & Cyber Security Certifications. He is Ambassador for Continuous Delivery Foundation & The DevOps Institute

Jay is a Cyber Security and DevSecOps Professional. He is a Technology & Educational consultant and has 7+ years of Industry experience & has received his Master's degree from Southern Methodist University, Texas, USA. He is Academic Liaison for Cana... Show more

Alex is a renowned business speaker with a passion for empowering individuals and organizations to harness the potential of consumer data. As a seasoned expert in the field, Alex has dedicated his career to democratizing access to consumer data, making it a valuable asset for businesses of all sizes. Alex equips listeners with actionable insights and practical strategies to drive innovation, enhance customer experiences, and achieve sustainable growth. Alex is currently Head of Global Martech & AI Partnerships, Strategy & Addressability at LiveRamp.

Alex is a renowned business speaker with a passion for empowering individuals and organizations to harness the potential of consumer data. As a seasoned expert in the field, Alex has dedicated his career to democratizing access to consumer data, maki... Show more

Sunaina Aytan is a Cyber Security Specialist, a STEM Ambassador, mentor and an advocate for inclusion and diversity in Tech.

Winner of TechWomen100 2019, Sunaina has been given recognition for her contribution to the Women in Tech community.

Using her professional cyber security experience, she actively mentors young females who want to pursue careers in tech, delivers technical talks on a range of security topics, aids cooperate businesses and organisation in encouraging more inclusive recruitment and highlights the importance of practicing a more a sustainable and eco-friendly Tech future.

Sunainas' expertise range from delivering technical talks such as 'Why AI is the core for a growing Cyber industry', ' Future of Cyber Security' and 'Quantum + Cyber Security'

Sunaina is an active member within a range of technical communities within the government to help shape the future of Cyber Security in the UK

Sunaina Aytan is a Cyber Security Specialist, a STEM Ambassador, mentor and an advocate for inclusion and diversity in Tech. Winner of TechWomen100 2019, Sunaina has been given recognition for her contribution to the Women in Tech community. Us... Show more

Leo is a technical deployment manager at Trainicity. He has worked in education and technology for 20 years and is incredibly excited about all of the opportunities that AI offers for corporate education, client education, marketing and more! He specializes in testing, comparing and implementing AI systems at an enterprise and SMB level. He also provides Agile coaching to organizations, and holds the CSM, CSPO, PMP and LSSBB certifications.

Leo is a technical deployment manager at Trainicity. He has worked in education and technology for 20 years and is incredibly excited about all of the opportunities that AI offers for corporate education, client education, marketing and more! He spec... Show more

Charles has been a licensed attorney for forty-four years, and has tried cases before juries in both federal and state courts. He also has a background in securing information systems. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional, secretary of the Cincinnati ISC2 and Infragard chapters, and leads the Cincinnati Networking Professionals Association (CiNPA) Security Special Interest Group (Security SIG). He currently works for a large corporation in the financial services industry.

Charles has been a licensed attorney for forty-four years, and has tried cases before juries in both federal and state courts. He also has a background in securing information systems. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional, secr... Show more

Daniel Hiller is a software engineer with more than 20 years of work experience. He strives to create software that is useful for people so they can do stuff that matters.
He’s currently part of the KubeVirt community. KubeVirt is a Kubernetes add-on to run virtual machines on Kubernetes clusters. There he maintains, improves and automates CI and testing processes for the KubeVirt organization using Prow on Kubernetes and Golang.

Daniel Hiller is a software engineer with more than 20 years of work experience. He strives to create software that is useful for people so they can do stuff that matters. He’s currently part of the KubeVirt community. KubeVirt is a Kubernetes add-... Show more

Luke Hohmann is Chief Innovation Officer of Applied Frameworks, a boutique consulting firm that helps companies design, build, and grow sustainably profitable software-enabled solutions throughout the entire solution lifecycle.

A serial entrepreneur, Luke founded, bootstrapped, and sold the SaaS B2B collaboration software company Conteneo to Scaled Agile, Inc. Conteneo’s Weave platform is now part of SAFe Studio.

A prolific author, trailblazing innovator, and SAFe® Fellow, Luke’s contributions to the global agile community include five books, Profit Streams™, Innovation Games®, Participatory Budgeting at enterprise scale, Enterprise Retrospectives, a pattern language for market-driven roadmapping, and numerous enhancements to SAFe the Lean Portfolio Management and Agile Product Delivery competencies.

Luke is the co-founder of Every Voice Engaged Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps citizens, governments and nonprofit organizations collaboratively solve problems that are unsolvable without civic engagement. EVEF has been a leader in the Participatory Budgeting movement, helping citizens prioritize hundreds of millions of dollars through Budget Games. Luke created the partnership with The Kettering Foundation to Common Ground for Action, the world’s first scalable platform for deliberative decision-making.

An active angel and growth-stage investor, Luke is a venture partner with Companyon Ventures and a member of Wealthing.club. Luke is a former National Junior Pairs Figure Skating Champion and has an M.S.E. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan. He loves his wife, four kids, and long runs in the California sunshine of Silicon Valley.

Luke Hohmann is Chief Innovation Officer of Applied Frameworks, a boutique consulting firm that helps companies design, build, and grow sustainably profitable software-enabled solutions throughout the entire solution lifecycle. A serial entreprene... Show more

Philip utilizes his creative background to build new development strategies, and has a passion for learning and collaborating. His adaptability and eagerness for advancement guide him through complex website frameworks and feed his thirst for knowledge. As a Full-Stack Drupal developer, Philip strives to make an impact within the web community and on any projects that he is a part of.

Hailing from a small Midwestern town, Philip doesn’t let his humble beginnings impede his ingenuity. With a Bachelor of the Arts in Graphic Design from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Philip has had the opportunity to design several pieces of permanent artwork installations, excels at branding, website and typographic design, and has been a consistently reliable developer and strategist on hundreds of digital projects. He's a maintainer of the Prototype Drupal module, a component based starting point for a Drupal 9/10 theme.

Outside of being immersed within the confines of code, Philip enjoys listening to music and attending concerts, painting and drawing and - any chance he can get - hiking throughout the beautiful mountain ranges of Colorado.

Philip utilizes his creative background to build new development strategies, and has a passion for learning and collaborating. His adaptability and eagerness for advancement guide him through complex website frameworks and feed his thirst for knowled... Show more

Tom is an engineer, writer and experienced people leader. His technical background and interests are extensive including security, software development, DevOps and engineering culture. In 2008 he famously declared management was not for him. Naturally, 6 years later he is responsible for 50 people across a number of teams - although he does try to write code when he can.

Tom is an engineer, writer and experienced people leader. His technical background and interests are extensive including security, software development, DevOps and engineering culture. In 2008 he famously declared management was not for him. Naturall... Show more

Abee Narayan is a Technology Analyst at Microsave Consulting, specializing in guiding countries toward the right architectural solutions for population-scale deployments. His experience includes transforming monolithic architectures into scalable microservices for institutions such as IDFC Bank and L&T Finance. Abee has also collaborated with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), the entity responsible for issuing over 1.4 billion ID cards, which form the backbone of India's digital public infrastructure, where he contributed to building test sandboxes.
In addition to his technical expertise, Abee has conducted extensive studies on digital public infrastructures, including data exchange systems and registries for donor investments in low- and middle-income (LMI) segments across Africa and Asia.

Abee Narayan is a Technology Analyst at Microsave Consulting, specializing in guiding countries toward the right architectural solutions for population-scale deployments. His experience includes transforming monolithic architectures into scalable mic... Show more

Jerry Layden is Chief Executive Officer at CyberSaint, where he leads the company's global strategy and operations. He advises CEOs and Boards of the largest companies in the world on staying ahead of regulatory and technology trends and addressing evolving boardroom dynamics. With a robust background in the technology industry, Jerry is renowned for his expertise in corporate governance and executive leadership.

Prior to CyberSaint, Jerry honed his leadership and operational skills at Dell EMC where he held various executive positions in alliances and go-to-market. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an exceptional ability to drive organizational growth, forge strategic partnerships, and deliver outstanding results as an operator and as a Board member. Jerry's passion for technology and entrepreneurship has also led him to play an active role in numerous IT start-ups, consulting ventures, and service providers. His unique blend of deep industry insight and entrepreneurial spirit provides significant value, greatly benefiting leadership teams as they navigate complexities to reach their objectives.

Jerry Layden is Chief Executive Officer at CyberSaint, where he leads the company's global strategy and operations. He advises CEOs and Boards of the largest companies in the world on staying ahead of regulatory and technology trends and addressing e... Show more

Amy Fletcher, PhD, is a specialist in the history of science and technology, and science, technology, and public policy. Previously an Associate Professor at The University of Canterbury in New Zealand, she is a full-time writer based in Knoxville. She is currently writing a book on the fraught relationship between spiritualism and technology from Edison to today. Born in Huntsville, AL, because her dad worked on the Saturn rockets, she has been interested in the relationship between science, society, and ethics since the cradle.

Amy Fletcher, PhD, is a specialist in the history of science and technology, and science, technology, and public policy. Previously an Associate Professor at The University of Canterbury in New Zealand, she is a full-time writer based in Knoxville. S... Show more

Andre leads the Scam Analytics and Tactical Intervention System (SATIS) product team at GovTech. His team works closely with the law-enforcement and the industry to detect, deter, and disrupt tech-enabled scams at scale.

Before his role at GASP, Andre led the Engineering team that supported the Government Cybersecurity Operations Centre (GCSOC), worked on writing and reviewing IM8 Cybersecurity policies, and delivered on Government wide programmes such as the Vulnerability Disclosure Programme (VDP) and the Bug Bounty Programme (BBP).

Andre leads the Scam Analytics and Tactical Intervention System (SATIS) product team at GovTech. His team works closely with the law-enforcement and the industry to detect, deter, and disrupt tech-enabled scams at scale. Before his role at GASP,... Show more

Managing Revenue Growth for enterprise customers. Implement Data to Value Services across Data Analytics, Fabric, BI, Data Integration , Hyper Intelligence Automation and RPA Solutions. Kanerika Inc. is a boutique enterprise software development and consulting company. Experts in optimizing, managing and securing mission-critical IT services for their enterprise.

Kanerika help customers in their digital transformations & Data driven value creation.

Expertise include Data Integration (Informatica or Microsoft), Data Analaytics (Fabric, R, Python, H2o), AI, ML and RPA (UI Path, MS Power Automate), DataLake, Informatica EDC, Data Governance, Power BI, Tableau, Incorta, Trifacta, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure & GCP), Streaming using Kafka, Databases and Product Engineering.

Managing Revenue Growth for enterprise customers. Implement Data to Value Services across Data Analytics, Fabric, BI, Data Integration , Hyper Intelligence Automation and RPA Solutions. Kanerika Inc. is a boutique enterprise software development and ... Show more

Carmen Josefina López Arismendi se graduou em direito trabalhista na Universidade de Carabobo, na Venezuela, e iniciou sua carreira jurídica na equipe do Dr. Luis Ruiz Carrillo. Lá, ela se destacou na preparação de documentos e estratégias para litígios complexos, estabelecendo-se rapidamente como uma profissional meticulosa e dedicada.

Após ganhar experiência e reconhecimento no campo jurídico, ela e seu esposo decidiram diversificar seus investimentos, entrando no setor empresarial com foco em imóveis e restaurantes. A transição de Carmen para o empreendedorismo revelou sua habilidade em aplicar conhecimentos jurídicos em um contexto comercial, administrando com sucesso os aspectos legais e operacionais de seus negócios.

Mais recentemente, ela liderou a fundação da Hydrog, uma startup baseada em Houston que trouxe inovações para a indústria de extração de petróleo com uma tecnologia patenteada. Este empreendimento, gerido em parceria com seu esposo, promete revolucionar os métodos tradicionais de extração de petróleo, oferecendo soluções mais eficientes e sustentáveis. A apresentação dessa tecnologia ocorrerá em um evento de lançamento que pretende reunir especialistas do setor e potenciais parceiros.

Desde jovem, Carmen foi uma atleta excepcional, participando de competições de natação e basquete, onde suas habilidades e espírito competitivo a levaram a várias vitórias. Sua paixão pelo esporte andava de mãos dadas com um amor pela leitura, que alimentava sua mente com ficção e textos históricos, expandindo sua visão de mundo.

Ela tem um profundo apreço pela cultura venezuelana, dedicando tempo para explorar o país e aprender sobre sua história e diversidade cultural. Esses esforços para entender e celebrar sua herança ajudaram a reforçar sua identidade e valores pessoais.

No centro de sua vida está sua família. Carmen prioriza o bem-estar e a união familiar, desempenhando com orgulho o papel de matriarca. Ela cultiva um ambiente familiar onde amor, apoio e respeito são fundamentais, perpetuando os valores herdados de sua mãe.

Nos últimos anos, ela adotou práticas de vida saudável, integrando Pilates e meditação em sua rotina diária para manter o equilíbrio entre as demandas de sua vida pessoal e profissional.

Junto com seu esposo, Carmen Josefina López Arismendi também lidera esforços através da Fundação St. Antonio no Panamá, focada em reduzir a evasão escolar e apoiar jovens em suas trajetórias educacionais. Eles estão empenhados em melhorar a educação como meio de transformação social, procurando ampliar o impacto de suas iniciativas para beneficiar um número maior de estudantes.

Carmen Josefina López Arismendi se graduou em direito trabalhista na Universidade de Carabobo, na Venezuela, e iniciou sua carreira jurídica na equipe do Dr. Luis Ruiz Carrillo. Lá, ela se destacou na preparação de documentos e estratégias para litíg... Show more

Ryan Martin serves as the Director of Housing at The University of Tennessee at Martin. With nearly two decades of experience in student housing, Ryan has led transformative initiatives that enhance the residential experience while advocating for student needs and institutional growth.

A proud UT Martin alumnus, Ryan earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Education from the institution. His professional focus includes facilities planning, crisis response, strategic assessment, and fostering cross-campus collaboration. Most recently, he has been deeply engaged in planning a $50 million, 400-bed residence hall set to open in Fall 2028—a project that has provided unique insights into navigating financial approvals, consultant partnerships, and system-level politics within a regional campus setting.

Ryan has presented at state, regional, and national conferences, and his leadership has earned him multiple awards, including two occasions for the UT Martin Outstanding Employee Award and nominations for university system-wide recognition.

Outside of work, Ryan is married to fellow student affairs professional Rachel Martin. Together, they enjoy traveling and all the adventures that small town living has to offer.

Ryan Martin serves as the Director of Housing at The University of Tennessee at Martin. With nearly two decades of experience in student housing, Ryan has led transformative initiatives that enhance the residential experience while advocating for stu... Show more

Italian MS in Computer Engineering. Been working with data in all it's form, for ML and Analytics

Italian MS in Computer Engineering. Been working with data in all it's form, for ML and Analytics Show more

Desde hace más de cuatro años me dedico al desarrollo de negocio de proyectos basados en soluciones Microsoft, con un enfoque especial en Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Durante este tiempo, he participado en proyectos desempeñando funciones diversas, que van desde el marketing y la venta hasta el análisis funcional y la gestión de requerimientos.
Esta experiencia me ha permitido adquirir una visión global del producto y comprender a fondo las necesidades de los clientes.

Me apasiona acompañar a las organizaciones en sus procesos de transformación digital, aportando una combinación de perspectiva estratégica, orientación comercial y conocimiento técnico.

Desde hace más de cuatro años me dedico al desarrollo de negocio de proyectos basados en soluciones Microsoft, con un enfoque especial en Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Durante este tiempo, he participado en proyectos desempeñando funcion... Show more

An accomplished international conference speaker.

An accomplished international conference speaker. Show more

Patrick Henley has served as the Director of Human Resources and Risk Management with the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority for more than seven years. He has worked in various HR and Risk Management leadership roles for more than 20 years. Additionally, he teaches courses in HR, Management, & Technology at the college level. Patrick earned his bachelor’s in psychology from Kennesaw State University, a master’s in business administration from Troy University, and recently earned a doctorate in business administration at the Florida Institute of Technology. He holds both the SPHR & SHRM-SCP certifications.

Patrick Henley has served as the Director of Human Resources and Risk Management with the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority for more than seven years. He has worked in various HR and Risk Management leadership roles for more than 20 years. Additio... Show more

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

Lake Setser - Information Security Team Lead

With a robust background in cybersecurity, I have dedicated my career to protecting sensitive information and mitigating security risks for financial institutions.

I hold a B.S. in Cybersecurity from the University of Central Missouri and am a current holder of the GPYC GIAC certification. I am also actively pursuing the Offensive Security Web Application Assessments (OSWA) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certifications, further solidifying my expertise in the field.

Beyond my professional achievements, I am a devoted father and husband. In my free time, I indulge in my passion for Dungeons & Dragons, creating imaginative adventures for my friends and family. Additionally, I enjoy the thrill of dirt biking, often leaving a single track as I navigate challenging terrains.

For inquiries or further information, I can be reached at lake.dalton.setser@gmail.com.

Lake Setser - Information Security Team Lead With a robust background in cybersecurity, I have dedicated my career to protecting sensitive information and mitigating security risks for financial institutions. I hold a B.S. in Cybersecurity from... Show more

Nitin Patil brings over 24 years of experience in the field of ERP solutions. Throughout his career, he has honed his skills in various areas, including:

ISV product manager: With robust 15+ years of experience in Axapta / D365 F&O platforms Nitin champions in identifying key improvement areas within the core product. His vision helped us build and release 3 brilliant solutions which have helped our customers immensely in achieving higher ROIs from their investments in D365 F&O.

Nitin Patil brings over 24 years of experience in the field of ERP solutions. Throughout his career, he has honed his skills in various areas, including: ISV product manager: With robust 15+ years of experience in Axapta / D365 F&O platforms Nitin... Show more