Glenda R. Snodgrass has been President, lead consultant and project manager at The Net Effect since the company's inception in 1996. She is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA), Lead CCA, and ITAR Export Control Professional (ECoP®) specializing in helping organizations meet their security and compliance requirements. She has conducted numerous workshops covering GLBA, PCI DSS, HIPAA, FAR 52.204-21, DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST 800-171, NIST CSF and CMMC. Her dynamic personality and effective teaching style have made her a sought-after public speaker and corporate trainer for more than twenty years.

Glenda R. Snodgrass has been President, lead consultant and project manager at The Net Effect since the company's inception in 1996. She is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), CMMC Certified Assessor (C... Show more

Studentin an der EUV, Peer Tutorin für wissenschaftliche Schreiben & Lernen, Directorin für IT bei ELSA

Roksana ist eine leidenschaftliche Studentin im Bereich Rechtswissenschaften und steht kurz vor dem Abschluss ihres Studiums. Neben ihrem Engagement in der akademischen Welt ist sie auch eine begeisterte Webdesignerin und Programmiererin, mit einem besonderen Interesse an den Schnittstellen von Technologie und Recht. Als Peer Tutorin und Director für IT bei ELSA kombiniert sie ihre Liebe zu digitalen Innovationen mit ihrer Expertise im Bereich Bildung und Lehre. Sie engagiert sich zudem in internationalen Netzwerken und hat sich auf die Förderung von Zugänglichkeit und Empowerment spezialisiert.Sie liebt es, kreative Methoden wie Gamification in der Lehre zu integrieren, um Studierende aktiv in ihre Lernprozesse einzubinden und auf die Herausforderungen der digitalen Zukunft vorzubereiten.

Studentin an der EUV, Peer Tutorin für wissenschaftliche Schreiben & Lernen, Directorin für IT bei ELSA Roksana ist eine leidenschaftliche Studentin im Bereich Rechtswissenschaften und steht kurz vor dem Abschluss ihres Studiums. Neben ihrem Engag... Show more

Petar Petrić
Founding Partner at Petrić & Kajić Law Firm LLC - Petrić & Kajić odvjetničko društvo d.o.o.
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• odvjetnik, osnivač i i direktor Petrić & Kajić Law Firm LLC, trener medijatora te Predsjednik Nadzornog odbora Hrvatske udruge za medijaciju, član
Centra za medijaciju Hrvatske odvjetničke komore
• sudac na Moot Court Croatia natjecanjima studenata prava
• aktivni sudionik međunarodnih konferencija u Europi i SAD, panelist i speaker na konferencijama o budućnosti prava, pravne i odvjetničke
profesije
• autor članaka časopisa „Poduzetnik“, „Ja trgovac“, „Lider“,„Suvremena trgovina“, „Diplomacy& Commerce“, Lider, ZGradonačelnik, Pravnik
• Član Hrvatske odvjetničke komore (HOK), Američke gospodarske komore u Hrvatskoj (AmCham) i Hrvatske udruge za medijaciju.
• promotor primjene modernih tehnologija i umjetne inteligencije u pružanju modernih odvjetničkih usluga
• govornik na LegalTech i Fintech konferencijama u organizaciji Bug i Mreže
• čvrsto vjeruje da tehnologija i umjetna inteligencija mogu pomoći odvjetnicima u pružanju boljih pravnih usluga

Petar Petrić Founding Partner at Petrić & Kajić Law Firm LLC - Petrić & Kajić odvjetničko društvo d.o.o. ppetric@petric-kajic.hr www.petric-kajic.hr LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/petar-petric • odvjetnik, osnivač i i direktor Petrić & Kaj... Show more

French and Canadian lawyer, PhD in Private International Law, specializing in regulatory strategy for blockchain, digital assets, and emerging technologies. I advise Web3 founders and platforms on navigating compliance while building scalable products, and co-founded two legaltech ventures at the intersection of law and innovation.

French and Canadian lawyer, PhD in Private International Law, specializing in regulatory strategy for blockchain, digital assets, and emerging technologies. I advise Web3 founders and platforms on navigating compliance while building scalable product... Show more

Especialista e Gestora de TI e Segurança da Informação. Graduada em Tecnologia da Informação. Bacharel em Direito. Atua com gestão negocial,requisitos e desenvolvimento de software, em desenvolvimento de Políticas e Normas para a Segurança da Informação. DPO+. Classificação e proteção de dados na área de Segurança Pública. Mestre em Gestão Pública pela Universidade de Brasília - UNB. Certificada pelo programa Women Leadership in Public Management pelo INSEAD (França),

Sou uma profissional experiente no setor de gestão de TI para o setor público, principalmente em Segurança Pública, com mais de 25 anos de atuação. Minha trajetória profissional é pautada por sólidos conhecimentos técnicos, habilidades de liderança e um histórico comprovado de resultados excepcionais. Ao longo dos anos, desenvolvi competências especializadas que me permitem enfrentar desafios complexos e impulsionar o sucesso dos projetos em que estou envolvida.

Especialista e Gestora de TI e Segurança da Informação. Graduada em Tecnologia da Informação. Bacharel em Direito. Atua com gestão negocial,requisitos e desenvolvimento de software, em desenvolvimento de Políticas e Normas para a Segurança da Informa... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Saba er advokat med spesialisering innen sikkerhet, IT-rett og personvern. I CLP er hun er tilknyttet IP/Tech-avdelingen og bistår primært med cyberregulatorisk rådgiving. Saba har bred kompetanse innen sikkerhets- og personvernlovgivningen, og har særkompetanse på sikkerhetskrav i nettverks- og informasjonssystemer, leverandørkjeder og personellsikkerhet.

Saba er advokat med spesialisering innen sikkerhet, IT-rett og personvern. I CLP er hun er tilknyttet IP/Tech-avdelingen og bistår primært med cyberregulatorisk rådgiving. Saba har bred kompetanse innen sikkerhets- og personvernlovgivningen, og har ... Show more

Sailakshmi "Sai" Santhanakrishnan is Founder and Principal Advisor of Periculum LLC, a boutique AI governance, cybersecurity and integrated-risk advisory, and creator of the 6A Compass™ methodology. She has spent 20+ years building risk programs at SIFI and enterprise-platform scale, including senior roles at Amazon (AWS, Alexa), BNY Mellon and The Hartford. She holds ISO 42001, CISM, CRISC and CDPSE credentials, is a Fulbright Specialist Scholar, and co-authored The CISO Mentor. She is co-founder of WeInspire.Guru, a Board Member of Empowering Women as Leaders, and has mentored 25+ emerging leaders in AI and cyber risk.

Sailakshmi "Sai" Santhanakrishnan is Founder and Principal Advisor of Periculum LLC, a boutique AI governance, cybersecurity and integrated-risk advisory, and creator of the 6A Compass™ methodology. She has spent 20+ years building risk programs at S... Show more

Victor hopes to be part of the solution that drives value for a sustainable and inclusive digital economy across the world.
Having worked in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Seychelles, Mauritius, Botswana and Ethiopia, Victor will continue to contribute to financial systems development projects through MojaLoop Foundation, where he hopes to resolve financial challenges that affect the bottom of the pyramid, micro and small enterprises.
With over 25 years in banking, 10 years in not-for-profit, and a total of 35 years collaborating with key players in Government and non-government organizations in the Financial Sector, Victor has made a tremendous impact in Digital Finance, Payments Systems, Policy & Regulation, Social Protection, Affordable Housing and Data. His most wins over the years include leading the collaborative Payment Association of Kenya team mandated to regulate retail payments per the NPS Act to delivering the 1st digital credit solution (M-Shwari) that changed the face of consumer credit to having designed the Inua Jamii Choice model and then engaged with key decision-makers in the implementation of the solution.
thought leadership to the sector, Victor was instrumental in the development of the Medium-Term Plan II & III for the financial sector as per vision 2030 for the National Treasury. Victor was instrumental in the development of the Central Bank of Kenya’s Vision & Strategy 2022 to 2032. In addition, Victor conceptualised and designed the Pesalink solution before developing a business case and finally having the Kenya Bankers Association invest in the solution

Victor hopes to be part of the solution that drives value for a sustainable and inclusive digital economy across the world. Having worked in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Seychelles, Mauritius, Botswana and Ethiopia, Victor will continue to contribute to... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-Education and Professional Career
March 2006 — Graduated from the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, the University of Tokyo
March 2010 — Completed the Waseda Law School, Waseda University (J.D.)
January 2012 — Appointed to the judiciary. Subsequently served at the Osaka District Court (Criminal Division, 1 year; Civil Division, 2 years) and the Sapporo District Court (Division specializing in civil execution, provisional remedies, and bankruptcy)
April 2017 — Seconded to Yodoyabashi & Yamagami Legal Professional Corporation under the program providing judges with experience in the practice of law
April 2019 — Returned to the judiciary. Subsequently served at the Himeji Branch of the Kobe District Court (Criminal and Juvenile Divisions) and the Nagoya District Court (Traffic Accident Division)
January 2022 — Appointed Judge (hanji) while serving at the Nagoya District Court
April 2024 — Osaka District Court, Intellectual Property Division (present post)

-Qualifications and Licenses (examinations passed; including those for which practical experience has not been completed or registration has not been made)
Hazardous Materials Engineer (Class A); Supervisor of Poisonous and Deleterious Substances; Type I Teacher's License, Upper Secondary School (Science); Type I Teacher's License, Lower Secondary School (Science); Applied Information Technology Engineer; Registered Information Security Specialist; Class II Electrician; Class I Electrician; Certified Electrical Worker; Class III Chief Electrical Engineer; Licensed Surveyor; Land and House Investigator; Real Estate Transaction Specialist; Telecommunications Installation Engineer (Comprehensive Communications); Chief Telecommunications Engineer (Transmission & Switching / Line Facilities); First-Class Technical Radio Operator for On-the-Ground Services; General Certified Measurer; Bosch CDR (Crash Data Retrieval) Analyst; JCCI Bookkeeping Certification, Level 2; Hello! Project Official Fan Club Gold Member

Note: The English names of the above qualifications are working translations provided for reference only. They are not necessarily official or authorized English designations, and for several of these qualifications no official English name exists. The authoritative names are those in Japanese.

-Publications and Presentations
"A Survey of the Legal Issues Relating to Ransomware," Jurist, No. 1599, p. 41
"Points to Note in Contract Practice for Cloud Users Preparing for Cyberattacks on Cloud Services," NBL, No. 1252, p. 35 (co-authored with Hiroaki Yamaoka, Attorney at Law)
"Legal Liability Among the Parties Concerned and Practical Points to Note Where a Cloud Service Suffers a Cyberattack," Chair of the Night Session, Cyber Security Symposium Dogo 2023 (jointly with Hiroaki Yamaoka, Attorney at Law)
"Approaches to the Legal Issues Surrounding Information Sharing," Keynote Lecture, Information Security Workshop in Echigo-Yuzawa 2022
Marumichi Munetaka and Nishio Taichi, A Practical Commentary on Civil Litigation for Corporate Legal Affairs, 4th ed. (Daiichi Hoki)
Note: All of the above works, lectures, and sessions were published or delivered in Japanese, and their official titles are in Japanese. The English titles given here are unofficial translations supplied for the reader's convenience.

-Education and Professional Career March 2006 — Graduated from the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, the University of Tokyo March 2010 — Completed the Waseda Law School, Waseda University (J.D.) January 2012 — Appointed to the judiciar... Show more

I design 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 and 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 that help organizations anticipate change at and act with confidence. Rather than solely serving senior executives, I strengthen the intelligence processes involving people across the entire organization – from research and innovation teams to the C-suite.

For more than 25 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗹𝗮𝘄, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆. As founder and CEO of Mind-Alliance Systems and editor of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘤𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘸-𝘏𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘏𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, I’ve helped governmental organizations, Fortune 500 companies, and leading law firms turn weak signals and scenarios into practical and adaptive strategic choices.

Today, I focus on building intelligence operating systems that connect horizon scanning, scenario planning, indicators, and decision support into one coherent workflow. I combine human expertise with advanced AI – including 𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼-𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰, 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗹 – to leverage complex knowledge networks, not just retrieve documents. The result is faster sensemaking, shared mental models, and better decisions under uncertainty.

I design 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 and 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 that help organizations anticipate change at and act with confidence. Rather than solely serving senior executives, I strengthen the intelligence processes inv... Show more

Tech transactions and privacy attorney

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Jimmy Nguyen is a global tech entrepreneur, lawyer & speaker. He is a venture builder, investor, advisor for projects that use innovation + inspiration to empower people to WIN. He also hosts the “WIN with Jimmy Nguyen” podcast.

Jimmy is driven by a lifetime inspiring WINs from change: Vietnamese refugee to America after fall of Saigon in 1975; 21 year intellectual property, digital media & tech lawyer since 1990s Internet boom; and early Bitcoin & blockchain leader since 2016. He works in both leading markets & developing countries (Pakistan, Nigeria & Vietnam).

Through his firm New Win Ventures, Jimmy works with a portfolio of projects, including:
 Co-founder, SignSplit – blockchain registry, monetization platform & data infrastructure for IP assets
 Investor & Chairman, InvoiceMate (and DeFa protocol) - Web3/DeFi platforms to help PayFi companies and SMEs access cash faster, powered by blockchain & AI; based in Abu Dhabi Global Market
 Advisory Board, wAI Advance Industries - enterprise AI platform based in Pakistan that is growing regionally
 Strategic Advisor, SportzLab - part of EX Interactive Ventures, global sports, gaming & entertainment venture studio building next-gen fan ecosystems across physical venues, digital platforms & tokenized loyalty
 Senior Advisor, PRISM Carbon Solutions – based in ADGM, first vertically-integrated carbon credit verification platform & marketplace, with world’s most advanced blockchain registry
 Advisor, DeFiance Media – media platform for the digital economy, reaching 135M+ monthly active users globally via CTV and FAST delivery.

Jimmy has worked with Bitcoin, blockchain & fintech since 2012 as a lawyer and fully since 2016. He was CEO of nChain Group, with built one of the industry’s largest patent portfolios. He led formation in Switzerland of Bitcoin SV Association and was Founding President – leading its global ecosystem for a massively scaled Bitcoin chain to support micropayments & enterprise data apps. In these roles, Jimmy was involved in the “block size war” over scaling Bitcoin and interacted with early industry figures.

One of the world’s best public speakers on tech & law, Jimmy has addressed government & business leaders in 30+ countries across North America, Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa. He has appeared on CNBC Arabia, Sky News Arabia, Fox Business News, Nasdaq Trade Talks, Good Morning America.

Previously, Jimmy had a 21-year legal career and was partner at 3 major U.S. law firms, representing major IP, media & tech owners. He served as Chair of the California Bar’s IP Law section. In 2008, Lawdragon named him (at age 36) one of the “500 Leading Lawyers in America.” Jimmy was honored by Century City Bar Association as “IP Lawyer of the Year” (2011); Association of Media & Entertainment Counsel with its Industry Leader Award (2017); Diversity MBA Magazine as “Top 100 Under 50 Diverse Executives Leader” (2015).

Jimmy graduated UCLA at age 19 and USC Law Center at age 22.

Jimmy Nguyen is a global tech entrepreneur, lawyer & speaker. He is a venture builder, investor, advisor for projects that use innovation + inspiration to empower people to WIN. He also hosts the “WIN with Jimmy Nguyen” podcast. Jimmy is driven b... Show more

Muhammed Bello Buhari is a digital rights practitioner and programme specialist working at the intersection of law, technology, and civic space, with a specific focus on internet shutdowns, digital infrastructure, and digital democracy in conflict-affected and politically fragile contexts.

Currently, he serves as the Programmes Officer (Anglophone West Africa) at Paradigm Initiative (PIN), where he leads strategic advocacy, digital rights and inclusion programs, and policy interventions in the region. His experience spans programme coordination, donor-funded project management, and high-level partner engagement. He has a track record of managing EU- and foundation-funded initiatives across multi-country settings, ensuring strict compliance and impact. Prior to PIN, Muhammed Bello held roles at CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation (Digital Democracy Initiative), Digital Grassroots, and Call A Lawyer Nigeria, where he coordinated advocacy campaigns, led research, and managed sub-grant processes.

Muhammed Bello is particularly interested in how state power, insecurity, and digital infrastructure intersect to shape access to rights. His work has been supported through competitive fellowships and residencies, including the TechForward Policy Fellowship (African Centre for Digital Transformation), the International Republican Institute’s Fortifying Internet Freedom & Digital Security Fellowship, the Advocacy Assembly Internet Shutdown Advocacy Fellowship, the Innocent Chukwuma Social Impact Fellowship at Lagos Business School, and the Internet Society Youth Ambassador Programme.

Muhammed Bello Buhari is a digital rights practitioner and programme specialist working at the intersection of law, technology, and civic space, with a specific focus on internet shutdowns, digital infrastructure, and digital democracy in conflict-af... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

William H. Spettmann III is a TS/SCI-cleared Cloud CISO, cybersecurity executive, and university professor with over 17 years of experience leading enterprise security strategy across defense, healthcare, and financial services. He has directed multi-million-dollar cybersecurity and compliance programs, overseen complex federal frameworks including RMF, FedRAMP, HIPAA, and CMMC, and currently leads enterprise risk initiatives and system accreditations across multiple classification levels. As the founder of SecurityInsecurity, he advises organizations on cybersecurity strategy, incident response, and regulatory compliance, helping them reduce risk while enabling secure growth.

A dynamic and experienced public speaker, William has taught more than 50 university courses and delivered numerous guest lectures on cybersecurity, risk management, and emerging technologies. He is known for breaking down complex technical and regulatory topics into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences. Holding certifications including CISSP, CISM, PMP, CEH, Security+, and CCP (CMMC), William brings a rare combination of executive leadership, deep technical expertise, and engaging communication—making him a sought-after voice on cybersecurity strategy, compliance, and the evolving threat landscape.

William H. Spettmann III is a TS/SCI-cleared Cloud CISO, cybersecurity executive, and university professor with over 17 years of experience leading enterprise security strategy across defense, healthcare, and financial services. He has directed multi... Show more

Patrick Ostrowski is the Director of Business Development at A.B. Data, bringing over 15 years of expertise in data breach incident response, risk mitigation, and identity theft. Patrick specializes in developing and delivering solutions that satisfy complex regulatory requirements while protecting impacted consumers.

Patrick Ostrowski is the Director of Business Development at A.B. Data, bringing over 15 years of expertise in data breach incident response, risk mitigation, and identity theft. Patrick specializes in developing and delivering solutions that satisfy... Show more

I am the Founder of GammaLex AI Inc. and Co-Founder of Justice for All (J4All.org), both launched at Stanford Law School. At GammaLex, I develop vertical AI solutions for high-stakes domains, where AI can meaningfully influence human outcomes, community systems, and long-term sustainability across health, legal technology, and AI infrastructure. Through Justice for All, we collaborate with Google Research to advance access to justice and deliver tangible humanitarian impact.

I am the Founder of GammaLex AI Inc. and Co-Founder of Justice for All (J4All.org), both launched at Stanford Law School. At GammaLex, I develop vertical AI solutions for high-stakes domains, where AI can meaningfully influence human outcomes, commun... Show more

Rajesh Pandit is a law enforcement Officer and Harvard Kennedy School graduate with expertise in public policy, investigations, Disaster Management and human rights–centered policing. As a Police Officer, he has led complex investigations while advancing institutional accountability, community engagement, and the protection of vulnerable populations. His work bridges frontline policing with policy reform, focusing on building secure, just, and equitable public institutions.

Rajesh Pandit is a law enforcement Officer and Harvard Kennedy School graduate with expertise in public policy, investigations, Disaster Management and human rights–centered policing. As a Police Officer, he has led complex investigations while adva... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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