Law & Regulation

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

Jacopo Galetti

Jacopo Galetti

Co-founder at Unordinary Software Company. Full-stack developer focused on Cloud technologies and AI.

Co-founder at Unordinary Software Company. Full-stack developer focused on Cloud technologies and AI. Show more

Cezary Walenciuk

Cezary Walenciuk

👨‍💻 I specialize in .NET technologies, C#, ASP.NET, and JavaScript. I'm passionate about sharing knowledge through my blog and social media channels.
📚 Author of courses and articles that have helped hundreds of beginners enter the IT industry.
🎤 Speaker and educator – I conduct webinars and workshops, inspiring others to learn programming and grow personally.
🚀 My mission: to support IT talent development by sharing practical knowledge and proving that limitations (e.g., dyslexia) can be turned into strengths.

👨‍💻 I specialize in .NET technologies, C#, ASP.NET, and JavaScript. I'm passionate about sharing knowledge through my blog and social media channels. 📚 Author of courses and articles that have helped hundreds of beginners enter the IT industry. ... Show more

Joseph Nehls

Joseph Nehls

At an early age I was thrust into Sexual Violence, as a victim, predator and observer. The impacts were massive and now with information I never wanted I am called to share the ugliest of ugliest of on earth. I am a survivor of mother son incest and did not know it, as a child we have no way to gauge healthy love for selfish desire of a parent.

At an early age I was thrust into Sexual Violence, as a victim, predator and observer. The impacts were massive and now with information I never wanted I am called to share the ugliest of ugliest of on earth. I am a survivor of mother son incest an... Show more

Sean M. Duncan

Sean M. Duncan

Sean M. Duncan, CPA is the president of SMD Consulting & Accounting and founder of Chief Proactive Advisors, LLC. built his reputation as a thought leader in the accounting industry by focusing on advising, teaching, and helping clients with proactive strategy and planning.

CPAs across the United States possess so much valuable knowledge about business, finances, AND taxes; but all too often they shy away from sharing their wisdom in a timely and actionable manner. Over the last 25+ years, Sean has accumulated a diverse and unique set of credentials and knowledge that he shares through speaking at conferences and events, in private seminars, one-on-one with clients, and with his very talented team at SMD.

A recognized expert on comprehensive financial and business strategy, Sean M. Duncan, CPA has been a speaker at accounting events, financial advisor conferences, real estate investor conferences, Texas Bar Association events, medical forums, and many other conferences, webinars, and podcasts. e has contributed to Intuit’s Accountant blog and is a frequent contributor to articles in The Dallas Morning News, Insightful Accountant, and other publications. Sean has also made numerous appearances as a TV, radio, and podcast guest across the United States.

Sean M. Duncan, CPA is the president of SMD Consulting & Accounting and founder of Chief Proactive Advisors, LLC. built his reputation as a thought leader in the accounting industry by focusing on advising, teaching, and helping clients with proactiv... Show more

Elle O'Flaherty

Elle O'Flaherty

Engaging and funny, performance strategist and workplace satisfaction leader Elle O'Flaherty delivers game-changing messages that interweave real-world examples and cutting-edge research. Elle's presentations are full of insights, highly interactive, and fun. She helps clients tailor their professional life to their unique brains, allowing their talents and genius to shine. Following a 17+ year legal career and certifications in ICF-accredited executive, ADHD, and career coaching, Elle founded Interlace Solutions, a coaching firm that taps into clients' potential to accelerate their achievement. Her team coaches executives, executive teams, and professionals with a subspecialty in ADHD coaching.

Elle is a sought-after keynote speaker and facilitator who consistently draws large crowds. Her goal is for participants to walk away with meaty new learning for practical application. Elle has been published in national and international outlets and speaks on productivity, professional motivation, creating ADHD-friendly environments, and innovations to support mental health, among other topics. Elle is a subject matter expert on international agricultural trade, which doesn’t come up a lot. She lives in Washington, DC, with her dog Penny, the most beautiful dog in the world. And a great family, but the dog is hard to beat.

Engaging and funny, performance strategist and workplace satisfaction leader Elle O'Flaherty delivers game-changing messages that interweave real-world examples and cutting-edge research. Elle's presentations are full of insights, highly interactive,... Show more

Kaila Bloomfield

Kaila Bloomfield

As a Microsoft Stack Enterprise Architect I have worked with customers, Partners and Microsoft to support in the delivery of complex CRM & ERP solutions and requirements. Technology Transformations often end up overcomplicated simply because people make them that way and my goal is to try and stop that! We can make it simpler so lets do this!

As a Microsoft Stack Enterprise Architect I have worked with customers, Partners and Microsoft to support in the delivery of complex CRM & ERP solutions and requirements. Technology Transformations often end up overcomplicated simply because people m... Show more

Django Lohn

Django Lohn

Office365 changed my career: from Business Key User to Empowering Consultant thanks to the #EasyToDealWith Microsoft Stack.
Then Power Platform came and it changed my way-of-life: now building low-code/no-code Business Applications on a daily basis 💪👍.

Office365 changed my career: from Business Key User to Empowering Consultant thanks to the #EasyToDealWith Microsoft Stack. Then Power Platform came and it changed my way-of-life: now building low-code/no-code Business Applications on a daily basis ... Show more

Mick Pletcher

Mick Pletcher

Mick Pletcher is a nationally respected technology expert specializing in System Center Configuration Manager, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, Active Directory, PowerShell Scripting, Visual Basic Scripting and Automation. In 2017, Mick was honored as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional for his work in Cloud and Data Center. Also in 2017, he was one of seven IT professionals worldwide to be recognized as a technical star with the 2017 SAPIEN MVP Award. Mick is an avid blogger on information technology tips and topics at http://mickitblog.blogspot.com/. His blog, which topped a million hits in less than four years, was highlighted in Adaptiva’s 2016 round-up of Top 16 SCCM Tips for 2016.

A SCCM Administrator with Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP, a Nashville-based law firm with more than 230 attorneys in four offices, Mick deploys software to more than 500 users across the Southeast and is responsible for automating tasks via the use of PowerShell, administering group policies, deploying Windows updates, and the PC build process. Prior to joining Waller, Mick implemented alternate system design approaches and managed software and Operating Systems using SCCM 2012, along with SMS Installer, Powershell, and VBScript at one of the nation’s largest architecture and engineering design firms. In 2013, Mick co-founded the Nashville Powershell User Group. He is a relentless world traveler who has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. Other hobbies include astronomy, welding and fabrication, river boarding, sport bikes, cycling and mountaineering.

Mick Pletcher is a nationally respected technology expert specializing in System Center Configuration Manager, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, Active Directory, PowerShell Scripting, Visual Basic Scripting and Automation. In 2017, Mick was honored as a... Show more

Debra Cleaver

Debra Cleaver

Debra Cleaver is the Founder & CEO of VoteAmerica, a national nonpartisan nonprofit organization which conducts data-informed campaigns to register and turnout the 100+ million Americans traditionally excluded by partisan political outreach efforts. A serial founder whose previous organizations have included Vote.org (2016), ElectionDay.org (2018), Long Distance Voter (2008), and Swing the State (2004), she's been working at the intersection of technology and democracy since 2004, several years before “civic tech” and “online organization” entered the cultural lexicon. Her various organizations have collectively registered over 4 million people, conducted mass marketing campaigns reaching tens of millions, and pioneered tactics now considered industry standards. She is an alumna of Pomona College and Y Combinator, a former Draper Richards Kaplan Fellow for Social Entrepreneurship. She frequently speaks on issues impacting voter turnout and digital innovations to increase access to the polls, with appearances at events such as SXSW, Netroots Nation, Harvard Law, the Harvard School of Government, University of Michigan, SUMMIT Ideas Festival, Lesbians Who Tech, and Accelerate Good Global.

Debra Cleaver is the Founder & CEO of VoteAmerica, a national nonpartisan nonprofit organization which conducts data-informed campaigns to register and turnout the 100+ million Americans traditionally excluded by partisan political outreach efforts. ... Show more

Martin Schimak

Martin Schimak

At the age of ten Martin fell in love with coding. Later he left his love and studied business and law. Only to find out: that’s awesome for programming business software! In the 15+ years since then he talked to energy traders, telecom people, wind tunnel experts and many others. They formed a hands-on domain decoder with a passion for DDD and a soft spot for colored sticky notes. Martin is a trainer with experience in 50+ companies and 10+ countries. He regularly speaks at meetups and conferences across Europe - and from time to time in the US.

At the age of ten Martin fell in love with coding. Later he left his love and studied business and law. Only to find out: that’s awesome for programming business software! In the 15+ years since then he talked to energy traders, telecom people, wind ... Show more

Sarang Sarage

Sarang Sarage

Information Technology, Digital Professional, Researcher, Author, Innovation Strategist, Yog Innovator, Educational Law Enforcement Veteran, Lifelong Student, Instructor, Artist, Musician, Public Speaker, Plenipotentiary Diplomat von Project Yog World
IM: 917218150760 | Email: creatorsarangprojectyogworld@gmail.com / sarang@projectyogworld.one

Information Technology, Digital Professional, Researcher, Author, Innovation Strategist, Yog Innovator, Educational Law Enforcement Veteran, Lifelong Student, Instructor, Artist, Musician, Public Speaker, Plenipotentiary Diplomat von Project Yog Worl... Show more

Jared Quinn

Jared Quinn

Mr. Quinn, an active member in the Space Systems and Security Working Group at the FBI, is a senior cybersecurity strategist and operations lead for the Bureau’s Cyber Division - where he oversees threat intelligence, incident response, and modernization efforts across federal infrastructure. As the Enterprise Cybersecurity Incident Response Commander for the FBI, he led all major incident response activities - while managing a $30M portfolio and over 100 staff. As the Senior FBI Cybersecurity Representative to the U.S. Intelligence Community, he served on the Cyber Response Group within the National Security Council - supporting executive level cross-agency cyber coordination activities. Currently, Mr. Quinn serves as a mentor for the U.S. Cyber Games - and in addition to having been recognized with the ISC2 Cybersecurity Leadership Award - he has earned a master’s degree in cybersecurity, his CISSP certification, and graduate certificates in AI and Incident Response.

Mr. Quinn, an active member in the Space Systems and Security Working Group at the FBI, is a senior cybersecurity strategist and operations lead for the Bureau’s Cyber Division - where he oversees threat intelligence, incident response, and moderniza... Show more

Eirik Gulbrandsen

Eirik Gulbrandsen

Eirik Gulbrandsen er spesialrådgiver i Datatilsynets avdeling Teknologi, Analyse og Sikkerhet.

I Datatilsynet jobber han blant annet med å identifisere og analysere sentrale teknologitrender og deres betydning for personvernet, i tillegg til arbeid med tilsyns- og avvikssaker bl.a. innen juss, politi og forsvar.

Har i mange år arbeidet med problemstillinger knyttet til informasjonssikkerhet, skytjenester, kunstig intelligens og overvåking både i Datatilsynet og med bakgrunn fra internasjonale selskaper.

Eirik Gulbrandsen er spesialrådgiver i Datatilsynets avdeling Teknologi, Analyse og Sikkerhet. I Datatilsynet jobber han blant annet med å identifisere og analysere sentrale teknologitrender og deres betydning for personvernet, i tillegg til arbei... Show more

Stephen Monro

Stephen Monro

Stephen Monro is an attorney in Washington State with many years of experience in law, construction, and real estate. He established the Monro Law Firm and Platinum Law Group and is admitted to practice in all Washington State Courts as well as the Western and Eastern District Federal Courts. In addition to his legal career, he holds licenses as a general contractor, real estate broker, and IRS tax preparer. For over 25 years, he has also provided pro bono services, representing individuals who would otherwise lack access to legal support, with a focus on civil litigation, personal injury, and property matters.

He was born in Seattle, Washington, in 1952. After completing his early education, he attended Central Washington University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He later received a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Los Angeles, and went on to complete a Master of Business Administration from the Same Institution.

Before practicing law, he served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam era. His service instilled discipline, confidence, and leadership, qualities that supported his transition into the legal field and the management of his firms.

He began practicing law in 1996 and has represented clients across Washington in both state and federal courts. Over time, his practice has operated under the Law Office of Stephen K. Monro, the Monro Law Firm, and Platinum Law Group. He is also active in professional organizations, including the Washington State Bar Association, the Washington State Association for Justice, and the American Association for Justice.

His background as a general contractor provides firsthand knowledge of construction projects, property disputes, and contracts. As a licensed real estate broker, he brings additional insight into sales transactions, contracts, and disclosures. These combined skills allow him to approach client matters with both legal and practical understanding. He also offers mediation services, with most disputes resolved efficiently and at reasonable costs.

Outside of his profession, he enjoys fishing, camping, and traveling by RV. He raises horses, including rescues, and values the preservation of wildlife and natural habitats. With nearly 50 years of marriage, the family continues to provide a strong foundation for his life and career.

Through his dedication to law, construction, real estate, and service, Stephen Monro has built a career defined by responsibility and commitment.

Stephen Monro is an attorney in Washington State with many years of experience in law, construction, and real estate. He established the Monro Law Firm and Platinum Law Group and is admitted to practice in all Washington State Courts as well as the W... Show more

Fernando Oleo Blanco

Fernando Oleo Blanco

(Spanish version below)

Fernando Oleo Blanco (Irvise on the net) is a young engineer pasionate with libre software and mechanical engineering. Currently, he is working in the energy sector, focusing mostly in the nuclear world, with projects related to fusion energy and Gen IV nuclear reactors. At an early age, his passion of libre software soon met his studies in engineering and both sides have been complementing each other ever since. The software communities he is involved mostly with are CAD/FEM/CFD software and Ada. Additionally, he is always happy to help people learn about software and spread the word on the libre philosophy. However, mechanical engineering is not all: operating systems, music, art, decentralization, rogelikes, typography and unrestricted access to information are also part of his interests.

Fernando Oleo Blanco es un joven ingeniero mecánico e industrial. Actualmente trabaja como diseñador de sistemas nucleares, tanto para reactores de IV generación como la investigación de la fusión. El mundo del software libre le apasiona y representa uno de sus mayores hobbies. Tiene especial presencia en comunidades ingenieriles y de simulación (CAD, FEM, CFD...) y en la comunidad del lenguaje de programación Ada/SPARK. Adicionalmente, Fernando es una mente inquieta a quien le apasiona la música, los rogelikes, la tipografía y la investigación.

(Spanish version below) Fernando Oleo Blanco (Irvise on the net) is a young engineer pasionate with libre software and mechanical engineering. Currently, he is working in the energy sector, focusing mostly in the nuclear world, with projects relat... Show more

Oliver Szimmetat

Oliver Szimmetat

Oliver is the Chief Privacy Office and Director of Security and Compliance at TAXbit, where he manages all aspects of security and compliance, including Incident Management/Response, Corporate Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Security Guidance, Product Security, Physical Security, and Compliance audits.

Before joining TAXbit in 2023, he was Head of Cloud Security at Uber Engineering in Seattle. There, he built a team working on secure-by-default architecture, best practices, engineering standards, automated compliance (SOC II, SOX, PCI, HIPPA, GDPR, ISO 27001), monitoring tools, data security, and threat detection/response solutions for all of Uber’s cloud assets and engineering efforts.

Prior to that, Oliver spent over 18 years at Microsoft, where he worked in various engineering and engineering management roles contributing to Windows client security (developing, testing, and releasing security updates), anti-piracy, cloud security standards, security testing (Windows, Office, and Azure), and continuous integration/delivery for all the company’s commercial online services.

In his spare time, he also volunteers to deliver (security) engineering training to schools and start-up companies in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Oliver is the Chief Privacy Office and Director of Security and Compliance at TAXbit, where he manages all aspects of security and compliance, including Incident Management/Response, Corporate Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Security Guidance, ... Show more

Thomas Fournaise

Thomas Fournaise

Passionné d'informatique et de développement depuis longtemps, j'ai débuté sur CPC 6128.
Je m'intéresse à tout ce qui concerne la data, l'IA et à tous les problèmes éthiques que cela peut poser.
Sur mon temps libre j'organise le Salon de la Data

Passionné d'informatique et de développement depuis longtemps, j'ai débuté sur CPC 6128. Je m'intéresse à tout ce qui concerne la data, l'IA et à tous les problèmes éthiques que cela peut poser. Sur mon temps libre j'organise le Salon de la Data Show more

Favour Oluchi Igwe

Favour Oluchi Igwe

Favour Oluchi Igwe is a 24 year old law student in the Faculty of Law, University of Maiduguiri. She hails from Orlu local government in Imo state. Ms. Favour is a young lady that is driven by her desire to serve humanity to engage and organize social impact activities and project. She finds it a thing of happiness to volunteer with organizations, participate and apply for fellowships, conference and school unionism. Favour Oluchi Igwe, is indeed a women leader as she is interested in the development of women and Girl child education, this is seen through her advocacy and sensitization campaigns organized in Secondary schools. One of her goals is the inclusion and active participation of women in all institutions,career fields and politics. Favour Oluchi Igwe is also a lover of God, positivist poet,motivational speaker, public speaker, book lover, business enthusiast- she has ventured into so many business since her secondary school days. She is the Founder of the Everyday Healthy People Foundation - which has organized alot of charitable programs,one notable of them is the just concluded SKILLS ACQUISITION BOOTCAMP for children and Teens. Miss favour is also the owner of The FIO BRAND. She loves personal and capacity development.

Favour Oluchi Igwe is a 24 year old law student in the Faculty of Law, University of Maiduguiri. She hails from Orlu local government in Imo state. Ms. Favour is a young lady that is driven by her desire to serve humanity to engage and organize soci... Show more

Tim Moore

Tim Moore

Tim Moore’s career traversed institutions including the University of Louisville, Southern Methodist University, Dartmouth College, the University of Nebraska, Idaho State University, and Southwest Minnesota State University. Retiring from full-time roles in April 2023 after 42 years in student affairs, campus activities, and union administration, Tim has left an indelible mark on the profession. He has been honored with the Lifetime Membership Award from NACA and the Emeritus Award from ACUI. Tim remains active, presenting at professional association conferences and serving on project committees including the National Association for Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), the National Association of College Auxiliary Services (NACAS), the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA), and the Association of College Unions-International (ACUI). Additionally, he provides consultation for institutions, coaches professionals, and publishes articles. His current intellectual pursuits focus on campus expression, design thinking, innovation, brand development, service, experience creation, event management, organizational development, and the future of work.

Tim's extensive career centered on creative endeavors and impactful contributions, leading more than 175 educational sessions. The consistently high ratings in participant evaluations serve as a testament to the exceptional quality and profound impact of these sessions. Comments from participants have included:
Tim Moore's delivery is outstanding.
Fun, high-energy, great visuals
Excellent presentation that covered the why's how's and how-to's.
Mr. Moore's content was relevant, timely, and very up-to-date (within just a few days! Impressive!)
Great presenter who was engaging for the entire 2 hours.
Really liked the way Tim engaged with the audience and was very informative. 10/10!
Loved listening, very unique way of presenting and made learning fun.
Fantastic presenter. Engaging and obviously passionate about the work.
A professional at his craft, the material provided so much knowledge and insight into the strength of a brand.
It was a perfect kick off to the topic.

Feel free to follow Tim as he posts daily at https://www.linkedin.com/in/timpmoore/.

Tim Moore’s career traversed institutions including the University of Louisville, Southern Methodist University, Dartmouth College, the University of Nebraska, Idaho State University, and Southwest Minnesota State University. Retiring from full-time ... Show more

John Barker

John Barker

John Barker is an AI and cybersecurity attorney offering innovation and compliance expertise. John has 20+ years of global AI-enabled innovation in professional decision support in North America, Europe & Asia Pacific. He maintains knowledge of best practices in board and C-Suite oversight of AI governance, cybersecurity governance, privacy compliance, and regulatory compliance via certifications from the Compliance Certification Board (CCB®): CCEP®, CHC®, CHRC® & CHPC®. He is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, International Association of Privacy Professionals, Louisiana State Bar Association, and the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics. He is a frequent speaker on AI and cybersecurity at major conferences, including RSAC, ISC2, and more.

John Barker is an AI and cybersecurity attorney offering innovation and compliance expertise. John has 20+ years of global AI-enabled innovation in professional decision support in North America, Europe & Asia Pacific. He maintains knowledge of best ... Show more

Nicholas Bisciotti

Nicholas Bisciotti

Information Technology, Life Sciences

Information Technology, Life Sciences Show more

Jephter Ahimah

Jephter Ahimah

Jephter Ahimah is a Masters of Law Student and advocate for AI ethic and regulations as a member of Responsible AI UK and with keen interest in promoting AI framework implementation in Ghana and across the African regions. Jephter evolving future of work with AI and prompt engineering. With 3 years of experience advocating for AI policy and regulation in Ghana, Jephter is extremely committed to contribute to ethical and legal frameworks for developing technologies in Africa, especially Ghana.
As an advocate, I actively contribute to discussions on AI ethics and governance during AI programmes on Bangor University campus and across Wales in the UK. Notwithstanding, I am also a co-founder of the Association of Data Analysts and AI Professionals, an NGO start-up launched with a diverse team member from legal studies to AI expert from the Bangor University and data scientist from Ghana. The organization is dedicated to promoting data regulation, AI policy in Ghana and Africa and fostering responsible AI deployment across the globe.
Jephter’s work focuses on the intersection of AI, law, and societal transformation, exploring the regulatory landscape of AI, data protection, and the impact of AI on employment and invention. Also, I am passionate about driving informed policymaking and ensuring AI technologies are deployed transparently and ethically for the benefit of all.

Jephter Ahimah is a Masters of Law Student and advocate for AI ethic and regulations as a member of Responsible AI UK and with keen interest in promoting AI framework implementation in Ghana and across the African regions. Jephter evolving future of ... Show more

Nandini Harihareswara

Nandini Harihareswara

Nandini Harihareswara is a Digital Finance, FinTech, Digital Development and Inclusive Digital Economies expert. She previously served as Senior Advisor on Inclusive Digital Economies, Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment for the UN Capital Development Fund. She also served as the Digital Finance Regional Technical Specialist from 2015-2019, responsible for the creation & implementation of the UNCDF Digital Economy Strategy in Zambia and Malawi. She also helped to author the Inclusive Digital Economies and Gender Equality Playbook, launched in 2021. In these roles, she worked with more 20 FinTechs, Banks, Telcos and e-commerce companies to successfully increase their women customers and partner MSME businesses, and increase their financial return on investment.

She was a founding member of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Digital Development Division. Prior to working for the Digital Development team, Nandini worked as an Investment Officer for the USAID Development Credit Authority Office, and a Presidential Management Fellow at the US Department of Transportation as well as the Urban Transport Division of the World Bank.

She is the author of numerous publications on the intersection of finance, technology and international development. Nandini has an MBA and a Masters in International Trade and Investment Policy from the George Washington University. She also holds a BS in Psychology and a BA in Political Science from the University of California at San Diego.

Nandini Harihareswara is a Digital Finance, FinTech, Digital Development and Inclusive Digital Economies expert. She previously served as Senior Advisor on Inclusive Digital Economies, Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment for the UN Capit... Show more

David Santiváñez

David Santiváñez

David Santiváñez is the inspirational founder and chief leader of GameMetron Law Firm, a pioneering firm providing legal services to the creative industry and esports in LATAM.

Passionate about gaming culture, his profound knowledge and extensive experience have led him to collaborate with prominent indie gaming companies and creative entities in the region, as well as with various esports teams and personalities in Latin America. His expertise extends beyond the legal realm; he also stands out as a mentor in movements and non-profit organizations such as the IGDA Foundation, Global Game Jam, and GameJamPlus, among others, always seeking to foster entrepreneurship, creativity, and disseminate legal knowledge in a dynamic and understandable way.

In addition to his outstanding performance as a lawyer, David has shared his experience through teaching. He has been invited as a professor in various programs related to esports, such as ISDE Law & Business School in Spain in 2019; the Saudi Esports Academy in Saudi Arabia in 2022; and the Sports Law Diploma of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) in 2019 and 2020. He has also taught classes in institutions related to law and traditional education, such as Universidad Nueva Galicia (from 2021 to 2023) and the Universidad Contemporanea de las Américas (UNICLA) in Mexico in 2022.

Outside of his role at GameMetron Law Firm, from 2018 to 2020, he served as Senior Legal Counsel at DEVHR, the international forum for gaming professionals. In March 2020, he founded the Esports Directorate of the Cámara de Comercio de México (CANACO), currently under the direction of Hugo Sánchez, a prominent figure in esports in Mexico and the region.

Additionally, he has collaborated with the Instituto Nacional de Transparencia, Acceso a laInformación y Protección de Datos Personales (INAI) as an advocate for the protection of personal data for children and adolescents in accessing video games; as well as with the Secretaría de Seguridad y Protección Ciudadana of Mexico (during Cybersecurity Week), evangelizing and promoting cybersecurity for parents and youth in the gaming and cyberspace environment.

David is a prominent member of organizations such as the Video Games Bar Association (VGBA); the Esports Bar Association (EBA); and the International Game Developers Association (IGDA). He is also recognized as a legal expert in intellectual property matters on the Safe Creative platform and is part of the select group of professionals endorsing arbitration as a method of conflict resolution called WIPO ADR Young, belonging to the World
Intellectual Property Organization.

Currently, David is pursuing an MBA at ThePower Business School and continues to lead GameMetron Law Firm while overseeing the firm's expansion throughout Latin America.

David Santiváñez is the inspirational founder and chief leader of GameMetron Law Firm, a pioneering firm providing legal services to the creative industry and esports in LATAM. Passionate about gaming culture, his profound knowledge and extensive ... Show more

Nemo ​​​

Nemo ​​​

Nemo is an open-source developer working on lifting the software supply chain security ecosystem at endoflife.date.

Nemo is an open-source developer working on lifting the software supply chain security ecosystem at endoflife.date. Show more

Mirko Boehm

Mirko Boehm

Mirko Boehm is a free and open source software contributor, community manager, licensing expert and researcher, with contributions to major open source projects like the KDE Desktop, the Open Invention Network, the Open Source Initiative and others. He is a visiting lecturer and researcher on free and open source software at the Technical University of Berlin. Mirko speaks English and German and lives in the Berlin area.

Mirko Boehm is a free and open source software contributor, community manager, licensing expert and researcher, with contributions to major open source projects like the KDE Desktop, the Open Invention Network, the Open Source Initiative and others. ... Show more

Marco Antonio Villán

Marco Antonio Villán

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

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

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

Sky Bell

Sky Bell

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

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

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

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

Rushilkumar Patel

Rushilkumar Patel

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience building modern, scalable, and accessible design systems. I specialize in bridging the gap between design and engineering by integrating AI and automation into component-driven architectures.

I’m a Senior Member of IEEE, which reflects my ongoing commitment to professional excellence, continuous learning, and contributing to the broader tech community. I actively mentor, speak at conferences, and explore research in AI-driven accessibility and developer productivity.

You can learn more about my work at rushilpatel.us or connect with me on LinkedIn.

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience building modern, scalable, and accessible design systems. I specialize in bridging the gap between design and engineering by integrating AI and automation into component-driven architect... Show more

Courtney Guss

Courtney Guss

Courtney Guss (Director of Crisis Management, Semperis) has over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, crisis response, and business resilience. Courtney has led cyber crisis management initiatives for a wide range of organizations, including global enterprises, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies. She began her career in the insurance and risk management sector, working with FEMA and the NFIP, where she developed a strong foundation in emergency preparedness and crisis communications before transitioning into cybersecurity leadership roles.

Courtney previously served as a senior consultant at IBM Security, where she specialized in cyber risk quantification using the FAIR framework and advised clients on regulatory compliance, incident response, and stakeholder management. Her work has included developing and running executive-level tabletop exercises; supporting ransomware recovery efforts; advising organizations on SEC, DORA, CCOP, and CIRCIA reporting obligations; and orchestrating cross-functional response plans to major incidents. Courtney is passionate about turning chaos into order and equipping teams with the clarity, tools, and playbooks they need to act decisively under pressure.

Courtney was a co-author of the book, Practical Cybersecurity Decisions. Written and published in Singapore as an open-source framework to make cybersecurity practical and accessible for all.

Courtney Guss (Director of Crisis Management, Semperis) has over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, crisis response, and business resilience. Courtney has led cyber crisis management initiatives for a wide range of organizations, including glob... Show more

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