Media & Information

Esteemed specialists working in the fields of media education, digital media, multimedia and radio services

David Weaver

David Weaver

David Weaver has created "Outsiderism" - a coaching practice based on his desire to scale creative output more, by training and mentoring more people to be more creative on a daily basis.

David has always been an expert in outsider thinking, and he is driven to help other people develop the skillset as well.

David has a deep background in creativity and habits, with some highlights below:

An award-winning marketing strategist with over thirty years working with some of the best brands in the world, including: Nissan, American Airlines, adidas, Clif bar, Autodesk, Nestle, MGM, Dairy Queen and Hershey.

A relentless experimenter and personal habit-hacker, including his blog, WhatIGotRidofToday.com, a personal experiment in minimalism that became a popular TED talk, delivered on multiple TED stages.

An authority on the new world of work, as a person who worked remotely for years before COVID, and who created a gig economy, subscription-based solution for mid-size companies who needed seasoned marketing help, but didn’t have the need and budget for full-time staffing.

A person who lives holistically — and who has created new creative habits in his daily life that have helped him stay optimistic, push new and innovative ideas forward, and improve his health and immune system in a year when that has become so necessary.

David Weaver has created "Outsiderism" - a coaching practice based on his desire to scale creative output more, by training and mentoring more people to be more creative on a daily basis. David has always been an expert in outsider thinking, and ... Show more

Brian Jackson

Brian Jackson

A DevOps evangelist currently helping create immersive Star Wars experiences at Lucasfilm. Previously helped Apple Pay and ESPN.com be more productive through delivery automation.

A DevOps evangelist currently helping create immersive Star Wars experiences at Lucasfilm. Previously helped Apple Pay and ESPN.com be more productive through delivery automation. Show more

Kevin Colligan

Kevin Colligan

Kevin leads an integrated Product, Programming, Technology and Data & Analytics team at Cascade Public Media, which is tasked with bringing digital transformation to Seattle's PBS channel (http://www.kcts9.org) and nonprofit news site (https://www.crosscut.com.) He is a longtime Drupalist, who formerly worked for the Grammy Awards, Major League Baseball and FOX Sports.

Kevin leads an integrated Product, Programming, Technology and Data & Analytics team at Cascade Public Media, which is tasked with bringing digital transformation to Seattle's PBS channel (http://www.kcts9.org) and nonprofit news site (https://www.cr... Show more

Frank Bach

Frank Bach

Lead Headspace's core product and monetization design. Redesigned and relaunched the app, offering more than meditation: tools for sleep, fitness and yoga, music to focus with, and daily inspirational stories. Formerly worked on Red Bull TV's global launch and ran a small design studio in Canada.

Lead Headspace's core product and monetization design. Redesigned and relaunched the app, offering more than meditation: tools for sleep, fitness and yoga, music to focus with, and daily inspirational stories. Formerly worked on Red Bull TV's global ... Show more

Thimo Buchheister

Thimo Buchheister

Since 2017 Organizer and Speaker of a monthly happening .Net Meetup
Speaker on local events

2004 - 2019 CTO of All about Ashley GmbH
2017 - 2019 CTO of Xircuit GmbH & Co. KG
Since 2019 CEO of ThreeB IT GmbH

Since 2017 Organizer and Speaker of a monthly happening .Net Meetup Speaker on local events 2004 - 2019 CTO of All about Ashley GmbH 2017 - 2019 CTO of Xircuit GmbH & Co. KG Since 2019 CEO of ThreeB IT GmbH Show more

Stephanie Vaughn

Stephanie Vaughn

After being adopted by Chicago for 14 years, Stephanie hit 'RESET' and returned to her hometown of Detroit in 2015 to reboot her writing ambitions into a tech career. This bold move has since yielded a foray into Computer Science education and work with nationally lauded groups like Black Girls Code. With over a decade of experience in media-focused Communications, the Grand Circus (Javascript, '16) and Integrate Detroit (Software Development, ‘18) alumna is always looking to share her passion for the T in “STEM” with developers & non-developers alike.

After being adopted by Chicago for 14 years, Stephanie hit 'RESET' and returned to her hometown of Detroit in 2015 to reboot her writing ambitions into a tech career. This bold move has since yielded a foray into Computer Science education and work w... Show more

Chris Zullo

Chris Zullo

I am Marketing Professional and Salesforce Consultant with over 15 years of marketing technology experience. I am geek in many ways. I am a fan of Star Wars, Harry Potter, and technology in general). I am a current Salesforce MVP.

I am Marketing Professional and Salesforce Consultant with over 15 years of marketing technology experience. I am geek in many ways. I am a fan of Star Wars, Harry Potter, and technology in general). I am a current Salesforce MVP. Show more

Nicole Zeno

Nicole Zeno

Nicole Zeno has over 10 years of experience starting, building, and growing businesses. Currently, she owns and runs two local companies, Clever Cow Media and XceptionalED. She has a wide range of skills that she brings to her day to day job of helping small businesses grow. She has been nominated for a SXSW interactive award, won PBJ Best Places To Work, Marketing Chair for the St. Jude Run/Walk, and work with fortune 100 and 500 companies.

Nicole Zeno has over 10 years of experience starting, building, and growing businesses. Currently, she owns and runs two local companies, Clever Cow Media and XceptionalED. She has a wide range of skills that she brings to her day to day job of helpi... Show more

Sharon Ud Georgewill

Sharon Ud Georgewill

Sharon is a young professional, Pan-Africanist, passionate about technology and development. Currently the Chief of Staff at International Youth Federation. She works part time as a content developer at 4barz Tech., where she focuses on developing strategies that align with the product vision as well ensuring a successful launch of the product(s).

Sharon is a young professional, Pan-Africanist, passionate about technology and development. Currently the Chief of Staff at International Youth Federation. She works part time as a content developer at 4barz Tech., where she focuses on developing st... Show more

Erik J. Olson

Erik J. Olson

Erik J. Olson is the Founder & CEO of Array Digital - a digital marketing agency in Virginia.

He’s the host of the Journey to $100 Million, a daily podcast and Amazon flash briefing, as well as the host of Marketers Anonymous, a monthly marketing meetup. Erik speaks often on the topics of entrepreneurialism, building freelance businesses, and digital marketing.

Find Erik online at iamerikjolson.com.

Erik J. Olson is the Founder & CEO of Array Digital - a digital marketing agency in Virginia. He’s the host of the Journey to $100 Million, a daily podcast and Amazon flash briefing, as well as the host of Marketers Anonymous, a monthly marketing... Show more

Mike Jones

Mike Jones

Remarkable brands require authenticity and a die-hard commitment to values and purpose. Mike Jones passionately pursues these beliefs as CEO of his brand agency - Resound. (He also explores these topics as co-host of the podcast AZ Brandcast.) In recognition of the work he’s done, this Arizona native has been named one of the state’s top entrepreneurs under the age of 35. He also co-leads PHX Startup Week...at least when he and his wife, Adrienne, are not chasing down their 3 kids. If you want to connect, Twitter’s usually where you’ll find him – @remarkamike.

Remarkable brands require authenticity and a die-hard commitment to values and purpose. Mike Jones passionately pursues these beliefs as CEO of his brand agency - Resound. (He also explores these topics as co-host of the podcast AZ Brandcast.) In rec... Show more

Abhishek Murali

Abhishek Murali

I'm a product designer for PowerDMS in Orlando. I'm also a co-organizer for the Downtown Orlando UX Meetup. You can also find me on Twitter @abmiyengar.

I'm a product designer for PowerDMS in Orlando. I'm also a co-organizer for the Downtown Orlando UX Meetup. You can also find me on Twitter @abmiyengar. Show more

Mark Lubkowitz

Mark Lubkowitz

Mark is a Software Engineer as well as a Journalist with around 20 years of experience in both fields. He focusses on Web Technology and Digital Transformation, always placing the user in the middle of all considerations.

Mark is a Software Engineer as well as a Journalist with around 20 years of experience in both fields. He focusses on Web Technology and Digital Transformation, always placing the user in the middle of all considerations. Show more

Michael Kurtz

Michael Kurtz

Michael Kurtz has worked in the field of design for over 20 years. A graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh in the field of Industrial Design, he’s worked in almost every aspect of design and media. Michael started his company “Designed from Scratch Concepts” in 2018 because he was frustrated watching as new businesses failed because of lackluster brands and terrible marketing. With his business he’s helping small businesses hit the ground running by teaching them how to demand respect, look professional, and compete with the larger companies in their field.
Michael knows how to grab people’s attention and never let go, how to tell a story that will resonate with your clients. Now, he’s going to teach you how to do it too.

Michael Kurtz has worked in the field of design for over 20 years. A graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh in the field of Industrial Design, he’s worked in almost every aspect of design and media. Michael started his company “Designed from Scr... Show more

Tami Wloch

Tami Wloch

Tami Wloch
Director of Social/Digital Marketing, Strategic & Creative Marketing Inc.
847-271-4066
Tami@SCmarketinginc.com
www.scmarketinginc.com

Professional BIO

Tami Wloch’s career includes 20 years of corporate sales and marketing experience in retail, tourism, and telecommunications, plus entrepreneurial experience gained by starting and managing multiple retail businesses.

Tami is highly skilled in Paid Social Ad Campaigns and runs customer campaigns that can obtain 50,000+ views in a month and have engagement rates 200%+ higher than average. Due to her successful ad campaigns, Tami serves on:
• Multiple Facebook Advisory Panels to analyze features and provide feedback to Facebook Corporate including the mobile app, video design, & their paid campaign programs
• An Adobe Spark Panel advising Adobe designers regarding features in their custom graphic & video program
• A LinkedIn Advisory Panel providing feedback for many tools used by LinkedIn, including their paid campaign program

Both Nationally and Internationally, Tami teaches classes in Social Media to help business owners understand the complex world of gaining customers thru Social Platforms. Tami’s presentations give attendees step-by-step instructions they can implement for immediate results. In addition, she is certified in both SEO and Google Analytics.

Specific areas of focus throughout her career include: entrepreneurship; small & mid-sized business marketing; teaching and educating; public speaking; networking referrals; advertising, promotions and publicity campaigns; client relations; paid social media campaigns; social media marketing.

Her educational background includes a BA in Education from the University of Illinois, Champaign/Urbana and a second degree black belt in martial arts.


Recommendations By Past Attendees

“Tami is extremely knowledgeable and her presentation was outstanding! She found a way to make her material applicable to each and every business owner in the room (all who are from very different industries).” - Kyra Tillman, President at BTM Industries Inc

“5 stars to Tami for her outstanding knowledge within social media marketing. She delivers outstanding value and helped my team of consultants Expedia CruiseShipCenters NorthShore in more ways than I can describe in a paragraph. Thank you Tami!” - Paul Coplan, Owner, Expedia Cruise Ships Centers

“Before working with Tami, I had a clear understanding of how to use and navigate my own social media accounts, but was unsure of how to translate those skills to business accounts. Tami guided me through establishing, running, and most importantly, profiting from my social media business accounts. She's the best!” - Anna Dolezal, MS, Education Coordinator at National Association for Healthcare Quality

I attended Tami Wloch's presentation to over 1,000 delegates at MDRT meeting in Sydney recently and was most impressed. She spoke clearly and succinctly about the value of using Facebook and LinkedIn in your business to build your professional profile. Her topic helped me to understand the power of these social media tools in a simple and easy to implement manner. I would highly recommend Tami Wloch to any prospective organization seeking a knowledgeable & entertaining speaker to share valuable, practicable, tips and traps in social media use to help grow their business. - Michael MacQuillan, Financial Adviser, Sydney, Australia

Speaking Topics - SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING:
• How To Use Facebook & LinkedIn To Generate More Sales For Your Company
• Why You Should Be Using Twitter To Increase Your Business Sales
• The 5 Key Parts Of Your Website That Need To Be Changed to Get You More Business
• Free Ways To Use Google Analytics To Improve Your Website
• 5 Things Must You Change on Your Facebook Business Page to Attract More Clients
• 5 Changes to Your LinkedIn Profile That Will Get You More Business
• How Your Employees Can Use Social To Increase the Company’s Sales
• How To Effectively Use Social Media To Attract & Keep The Best Employees
• How to Set Up a Business Page on Facebook (& Why You NEED To Have One)
• Why You Need a Business Page on LinkedIn (in additional to your personal profile)
• What Must Be Included In Every Social Media Post to Drive Sales
• How to Use Local Facebook Events To Reach More Attendees And To Sell More Booths
• How to Reach More Potential Customers on LinkedIn for Free
• Other Social/Digital Media Topics As Requested

MEDIA AND SPEAKING EVENTS

September 2019 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) Global Conference Sydney, Australia
Speaker: How to Successfully Use Facebook & LinkedIn To Generate More Sales

July 2019 Quad County African American Chamber of Commerce Aurora, IL
Speaker + Panelist: Growing Your Business Using Social Media

June 2019 Goldman-Sachs 10K Businesses Group Elmhurst, IL
Speaker: How to Use Facebook & LinkedIn to Increase Sales

May 2019 Expedia CruiseShip Center Buffalo Grove, IL
Speaker: How To Get More Travel Industry Clients with Social

March 2019 Pet Industry Professionals National Webinar
Speaker: How To Use Social Media to Land More Business

February 2019 Business Radio X Pensicola, FL
Speaker: How The Latest Facebook Changes Can Affect Your Business

February 2019 Extraordinary Professional Women’s Networking Group (EPWNG) Aurora, IL
Speaker: How To Use Social Media to Land More Business

December 2018 Webb Financial Group Lake Forest, IL
Speaker: How Your Company Employees Can Share On LinkedIn

September 2018 Grayslake Business Group (GBBG) Grayslake, IL
Speaker: How To Use Facebook To Grow Your Business

August 2018 Churchill, Quinn, Richtman, & Hamilton Grayslake, IL
Speaker: How Your Company Execs Can Share On LinkedIn

June 2018 PC Nation Evanston, IL
Speaker: How To Increase Sales With Your Facebook Biz Page

March 2018 HR Summit Chicago, IL
Speaker: Recruitment Marketing using Social

*Private/SemiPrivate Classes available year-round upon request

AV Needs:
- Large Screen
- Projector to connect to computer
- Clicker to forward the computer slides
- Microphone – only for large rooms

Tami Wloch Director of Social/Digital Marketing, Strategic & Creative Marketing Inc. 847-271-4066 Tami@SCmarketinginc.com www.scmarketinginc.com Professional BIO Tami Wloch’s career includes 20 years of corporate sales and marketing experi... Show more

Cynthia Epelle

Cynthia Epelle

I am interested in things that can change the world. Aside from writing, I also anchor events/shows and I act too.

I am interested in things that can change the world. Aside from writing, I also anchor events/shows and I act too. Show more

Nick Leigh

Nick Leigh

Since graduating with an honours degree in Business, Nick has dedicated his 25 year career to design and design leadership. From a backyard startup through agency life to WA’s biggest institutions, Nick has created and lead design teams across a broad spectrum of industries, platforms, experiences and brands in the UK and Australia. With entrepreneurial and leadership experience delivering design, marketing, customer and brand experience projects, and major strategy and transformation programs, Nick is still humbly learning the idiosyncrasies of human-centred design.

Since graduating with an honours degree in Business, Nick has dedicated his 25 year career to design and design leadership. From a backyard startup through agency life to WA’s biggest institutions, Nick has created and lead design teams across a broa... Show more

Tyler Hays

Tyler Hays

An Emmy award-winning filmmaker and recognized in Knoxville’s 40 Under 40 list, Tyler Hays is a co-founder and video strategist at Vessul Creative, a strategy-focused video marketing firm that helps companies implement effective storytelling to transform their business. Whether through traditional forms or virtual reality, Tyler believes that video storytelling is one of the most powerful ways to influence culture and make an impact. As a professional engineer turned creative entrepreneur, problem-solving is always as the core of how he approaches projects and has led him into directing video projects both nationally and internationally for clients such as the Travel Channel.

An Emmy award-winning filmmaker and recognized in Knoxville’s 40 Under 40 list, Tyler Hays is a co-founder and video strategist at Vessul Creative, a strategy-focused video marketing firm that helps companies implement effective storytelling to trans... Show more

Matteo Venturi

Matteo Venturi

Marketing manager e digital product integrator. La mia esperienza si basa su progetti di piattaforme HR digitali, e-Commerce e advertising.
Ho maturato la mia esperienza strategica in grandi aziende digital (Italiaonline, Matrix e Buongiorno). Negli ultimi anni mi sono occupato di lanciare startup #hrtech #ecommerce dal carattere innovativo e sociale (Jobmetoo, Jointly, Myco).

Marketing manager e digital product integrator. La mia esperienza si basa su progetti di piattaforme HR digitali, e-Commerce e advertising. Ho maturato la mia esperienza strategica in grandi aziende digital (Italiaonline, Matrix e Buongiorno). Neg... Show more

Zachary Eisenhauer

Zachary Eisenhauer

I have worn many hats - everything from end user, to administrator trainer, to server farm admin, and even to solutions architect (SharePoint included!)

I actively work in on-premises and cloud environments, and assist businesses of every size to solve technology challenges and streamline digital business processes. Having worn so many hats, my experience has taught me many lessons, and I love to share that experience with people!

I have worn many hats - everything from end user, to administrator trainer, to server farm admin, and even to solutions architect (SharePoint included!) I actively work in on-premises and cloud environments, and assist businesses of every size to ... Show more

Igor Vezmar

Igor Vezmar

A business and technology strategy executive with 20 years of experience in M&E and founding partner of Konstrukt, an execution-oriented media technology consulting and advisory firm. Has incubated and launch a variety of new businesses in media and technology with expertise in post-production, media logistics and multi-platform distribution.

A business and technology strategy executive with 20 years of experience in M&E and founding partner of Konstrukt, an execution-oriented media technology consulting and advisory firm. Has incubated and launch a variety of new businesses in media and ... Show more

Baruch Sadogursky

Baruch Sadogursky

Baruch Sadogursky (@jbaruch) did Java before it had generics, DevOps before there was Docker, and DevRel before it had a name. He started DevRel at JFrog when it was ten people and took it all the way to a successful $6B IPO by helping engineers solve problems. Now Baruch keeps helping engineers solve problems but also helps companies help engineers solve problems. He is a co-author of the "Liquid Software" and "DevOps Tools for Java Developers" books, Java Champion and CNCF Ambassador alumni, serves on multiple conference program committees, and regularly speaks at numerous most prestigious industry conferences, including Kubecon, JavaOne (RIP), Devoxx, QCon, DevRelCon, DevOpsDays (all over), DevOops (not a typo) and others. Today he's taking care of developers at TuxCare.

Baruch Sadogursky (@jbaruch) did Java before it had generics, DevOps before there was Docker, and DevRel before it had a name. He started DevRel at JFrog when it was ten people and took it all the way to a successful $6B IPO by helping engineers solv... Show more

Jukka Loikkanen

Jukka Loikkanen

Jukka Loikkanen is a seasoned cloud expert and trainer specializing in Azure. With a solid foundation in web development and system administration, he has extensive experience working with various cloud providers and on-premises data centers. Since 2019, Jukka has focused exclusively on Azure, successfully delivering projects ranging from small-scale deployments to large-scale cloud foundation builds for enterprises.

As a Microsoft Azure MVP since 2023 and a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2021, Jukka is dedicated to advancing cloud knowledge and expertise. Currently a Senior Consultant at CGI, he leads complex cloud transformation initiatives and fosters internal competence growth through strategic training and mentorship.

Jukka is an active contributor to the cloud community, sharing his expertise via blogging, delivering training sessions, and speaking at meetups and conferences. He also co-organizes the Azure & Friends user group, hosting approximately 20 meetups annually to cultivate a thriving Azure community. Additionally, Jukka is the host of Cloud Unscripted, a podcast exploring cloud technology, industry trends, and expert insights.

Jukka Loikkanen is a seasoned cloud expert and trainer specializing in Azure. With a solid foundation in web development and system administration, he has extensive experience working with various cloud providers and on-premises data centers. Since 2... Show more

Stefan Pölz

Stefan Pölz

Stefan's passion is to practice Clean Code and test-driven development in order to build maintainable high-performance software in an ever-evolving team, supported by tools from the .NET Ecosystem. He loves to attend and speak at public developer events, co-organize local community gatherings, stream live programming sessions, and author open source projects, complementing his expertise in professional software development. As Microsoft MVP (Developer Technologies), JetBrains Community Contributor (.NET) and co-organizer of DotNetDevs.at, it's his ambition to share knowledge about everything C#.

Stefan's passion is to practice Clean Code and test-driven development in order to build maintainable high-performance software in an ever-evolving team, supported by tools from the .NET Ecosystem. He loves to attend and speak at public developer eve... Show more

Jamel Abed

Jamel Abed

Jamel Abed is a distinguished cloud specialist and Microsoft 365 developer, recognized as a Microsoft Certified Professional with over 16 years of extensive experience in SharePoint. As a Microsoft MVP in “SharePoint and Microsoft 365 Development,” he is renowned for his expertise in developing custom solutions across the SharePoint Framework (SPFx), Microsoft Teams, Power Platform, and the entire Microsoft 365 suite.

Starting his career with SharePoint 2007, Jamel has built a solid foundation in custom development and has become a leader in cloud technologies. He currently divides his time between Paris and Brussels, where he passionately engages with Microsoft technologies. Jamel is not only a developer but also a community advocate, actively organizing, speaking at, and participating in international events to share his wealth of knowledge and insights with the global tech community. His commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation in the Microsoft ecosystem makes him a valuable asset to any project.

Jamel Abed is a distinguished cloud specialist and Microsoft 365 developer, recognized as a Microsoft Certified Professional with over 16 years of extensive experience in SharePoint. As a Microsoft MVP in “SharePoint and Microsoft 365 Development,” h... Show more

Jared Rhodes

Jared Rhodes

Jared Rhodes is a Principal Consultant at Epam Systems with over 15 years of expertise in IT. Known for his strategic guidance on digital transformations, Jared has led projects for Fortune 100 clients across industries such as insurance, retail, and life sciences.

He organizes the Atlanta Developers Conference and the Atlanta Cloud Conference, along with user groups including the Atlanta .NET, Azure in the ATL, and the Atlanta Hardware Builders. A Microsoft MVP and community leader, his contributions to the tech community reflect a commitment to advancing industry knowledge in cloud and edge technologies.

Jared Rhodes is a Principal Consultant at Epam Systems with over 15 years of expertise in IT. Known for his strategic guidance on digital transformations, Jared has led projects for Fortune 100 clients across industries such as insurance, retail, and... Show more

Vanessa Toves

Vanessa Toves

When I was young I wanted to be an architect. As it turns out, I'm a different type of architect. I am a Microsoft 365 Solutions Architect.

When I was young I wanted to be an architect. As it turns out, I'm a different type of architect. I am a Microsoft 365 Solutions Architect. Show more

Marin Niehues

Marin Niehues

Marin Niehues (29) is the Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Business Consulting at PLOIN GmbH, a German boutique consultancy specializing in management and technology.
With his consulting experience in over 20 client projects - plus two startups of his own - he advises a broad portfolio from VC-backed scaleups to DAX40 corporations, focusing on organizational structures, organizational performance and vertical management practices.
In the past three years, Marin has spoken at conferences in over ten countries and three continents, including multiple events hosted by Google and Microsoft.

Marin Niehues (29) is the Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Business Consulting at PLOIN GmbH, a German boutique consultancy specializing in management and technology. With his consulting experience in over 20 client projects - plus two startups of... Show more

Karoliina Kettukari

Karoliina Kettukari

Karoliina is the Head of Modern Work at OP Financial Group, the largest financial services group in Finland. She has over ten years of experience in developing teamwork and internal communications with modern digital tools and leading long-term change in organisations. Karoliina is a Microsoft MVP and a multi-awarded role model for her enthusiasm, knowledge-sharing, and community leadership. She is an experienced and inspiring speaker at international conferences, and she co-organizes the Finnish M365 Copilot User Group and CollabDays Finland Conference 💜 Community rocks!

Karoliina is the Head of Modern Work at OP Financial Group, the largest financial services group in Finland. She has over ten years of experience in developing teamwork and internal communications with modern digital tools and leading long-term chang... Show more

Dr. Joe Perez

Dr. Joe Perez

Dr. Joe Perez is a game-changing professional who has made an impressive impact on the world of IT, health & human services, and higher education. With advanced degrees in education, Joe started his career as an educator and continued to further his education by earning a doctorate in education with a double minor in computers and theology. His career focus changed to IT in the early 1990’s when he started working as a Computer Consultant at NC State University. Three promotions later, Dr. Perez ended his successful 25-year career at NC State as Business Intelligence Specialist when he took another promotion to become Senior Business Analyst at the NC Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) in the fall of 2017.

Notably, Dr. Perez has been featured on multiple billboards in the iconic Times Square, a testament to his remarkable achievements and influence worldwide. This recognition, along with his Top 10 Global Thought Leader Rankings in IT Strategy & Big Data on Thinkers360 (2023 and 2024) and Gartner Peer Community Ambassador of the Year (2023), reflect his dedication and impact in the industry.

Having achieved significant success throughout his career, Dr. Perez's accomplishments include being promoted to Senior Systems Specialist and Team Leader, a position he has excelled in while showcasing his expertise and leadership skills. In addition to his full-time analytics/BI leadership role at DHHS, Joe was named fractional Chief Technology Officer at a North Carolina firm in October 2020. A top-ranked author with multiple #1 Amazon new releases, more than 19,000 followers on LinkedIn, and several professional certifications, he has consistently proven to be a much sought-after resource, highly-recommended international keynote speaker, data analytics & visualization expert, and specialist in efficiency and process improvement.

Perez, a recipient of the IOT Industry Insights 2021 Thought Leader of the Year award, speaks at numerous conferences each year, and continues to be in high demand to this day, expanding his reach into more than twenty countries around the globe, impacting thousands. Thanks to these outstanding accomplishments and influential presence as a leading expert in the industry, Dr. Perez has been welcomed into several prestigious Thought Leader communities and invited to co-host an online talk show called Mind2Mind.

Dr. Perez's passion for teaching has never waned, whether as a speaker, workshop facilitator, podcast guest, conference emcee, or team leader; inspiring countless individuals to strive for excellence. He cherishes spending time with his wife and children, who he considers to be the "best things that ever happened to me." Besides being a gifted musician, singer, pianist, and composer, Joe serves as a speaker, interpreter, and music director for his church's Hispanic ministry. He even manages to publish a monthly military newsletter, The Patriot News, which has gained widespread recognition. His unwavering commitment to his community is an inspiration to all. To stay in shape, Perez hits the gym, and he loves watching Star Trek reruns to relax. "I'm a firm believer that if I'm not innovating, then I'm stagnating," says Joe. His devotion to innovation, his boundless energy, and his constant drive for excellence are the hallmarks of a truly exceptional individual, thus making Dr. Joe a perfect fit to inspire and engage your audience, leaving a lasting impact on your event.

Dr. Joe Perez is a game-changing professional who has made an impressive impact on the world of IT, health & human services, and higher education. With advanced degrees in education, Joe started his career as an educator and continued to further his ... Show more

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