With a team of experienced professionals, Ian Stewart supports local and national businesses in crafting branding, messaging strategies, and content to build client trust, demonstrate authority, and increase online visibility to generate leads and drive conversations. As the founder and CEO of Whole Brand Agency, a StoryBrand Certified Guide, and the host of the Whole Brand Podcast, he has helped organizations such as the PGA Tour, Specialty Food Association, The University of Colorado, New Hope Network, Source Four Commercial Furniture, Innosphere Ventures, The Outdoor Network, Ozo Foods, Best Nest Wellness, and many other brands in the manufacturing, design, food & beverage, and healthcare sector.
Ian and his team have successfully organized and helped raise over $23 million in private equity and venture capital funding for their clients. He and his team helped one of the nation’s top thirty largest landscape companies sell to private equity; boost exposure, and increased sales by 23% for a furniture manufacturing group; and produced content to assist in generating more than $1 million in sponsorships for a PGA tour event.
Whether serving his clients or interviewing business leaders on his podcast, Ian is known for capturing stories that reflect the heart and soul of a person’s goals and wishes for their company and personal lives. Each of these stories is a lesson for others in corporate messaging, creating a vibrant and meaningful workplace culture, and building lasting relationships. Ian Stewart’s background in marketing and branding, community building, and storytelling is the foundation of his professional achievements at work and personal passion as a singer-songwriter. Ian draws audiences in for inspiration and tried-and-true knowledge, helping them reach their desired outcomes. www.wholebrand.agency

With a team of experienced professionals, Ian Stewart supports local and national businesses in crafting branding, messaging strategies, and content to build client trust, demonstrate authority, and increase online visibility to generate leads and dr... Show more

I am a product manager and innovator in the digital technology sector, with a strong focus on user-centric design and AI-driven solutions. At Teach Globally, I led the development of an online learning platform, designing intuitive wireframes and crafting user journeys that significantly enhanced user engagement. By integrating AI analytics, I personalized learning paths, boosting our subscription base.

Currently, as an Associate Product Manager at Newsquest Media, I lead strategic initiatives that drive market growth. My work on the competitors project has resulted in increased user engagement and revenue, showcasing my strategic and innovative approach.

I am passionate about using technology to solve real-world challenges and am eager to share my insights at industry events. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Bohai University. My dedication to innovation and empowerment makes me a dynamic speaker and thought leader in the tech community.

I am a product manager and innovator in the digital technology sector, with a strong focus on user-centric design and AI-driven solutions. At Teach Globally, I led the development of an online learning platform, designing intuitive wireframes and cra... Show more

Staff developer advocate at ByteDance!

Staff developer advocate at ByteDance! Show more

Tony Parisi is a Metaverse and virtual reality pioneer, inventor, entrepreneur, investor, author and musician. He co-created the international 3D graphics standards VRML and glTF, authored several books on 3D and virtual reality programming, and has served as an executive in several technology startups and large companies.

And now Tony is pursuing his first love, music, full-time. He is a composer and musician and is working on several projects. He recently released the cast recording for Judgment Day, a full-length original musical, and is dropping a limited collection of music NFTs based on the work in collaboration with international artist Marina Berlin. Tony’s first music NFT collection, Cradle to Grave, was released to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Uvalde school shooting and quickly sold out.

Tony Parisi is a Metaverse and virtual reality pioneer, inventor, entrepreneur, investor, author and musician. He co-created the international 3D graphics standards VRML and glTF, authored several books on 3D and virtual reality programming, and has ... Show more

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Dave guides teams to build websites. But it’s not just about replicating design. He aims to provide the unique tools content creators need to make changes to their sites while anticipating their future needs. As a seasoned facilitator, he shepherds client strategy while breaking down silos between Four Kitchens’ engineering, design, and project management teams. When it comes to the end user experience, his mission is build uncomplicated systems that allow site editors to do their best work.

Dave guides teams to build websites. But it’s not just about replicating design. He aims to provide the unique tools content creators need to make changes to their sites while anticipating their future needs. As a seasoned facilitator, he shepherds c... Show more

Kevin is an end-to-end designer and creative thinker from Detroit, MI. He loves designing products well, so that people can enjoy them. He is currently a Senior Product Design Consultant at Bitovi.

He has experience working on the design and creation of websites, mobile sites, WebGL, tablet apps, smartphone apps, smartwatch apps, online advertisements, logos, and motion graphics from research to deployment for clients such as Chevrolet, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Cadillac, Exelon, GMC, Reebok, Wilbur-Ellis, Hilton Garden Inn, Buick, and The Heidelberg Project.

Kevin is an end-to-end designer and creative thinker from Detroit, MI. He loves designing products well, so that people can enjoy them. He is currently a Senior Product Design Consultant at Bitovi. He has experience working on the design and creat... Show more

Houston Vandergriff is a globe-trotting photographer, entrepreneur, and influencer based in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Houston has traveled to 49 of the 50 United States, 5 Canadian Provinces, and 26 countries. He also has Down syndrome. His photos have been in magazines and books, won awards in numerous competitions, and been shown in galleries in three countries.

He shares the positives surrounding disability on Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. For his photography sales, he started on ETSY, moved to his own website, and now sells his photography as NFTs. To date he has been part of three sold-out NFT collections.

Houston inspires others, both inside and outside of the disability community. By sharing his gift of photography he also shares gifts of beauty and hope.

Houston Vandergriff is a globe-trotting photographer, entrepreneur, and influencer based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Houston has traveled to 49 of the 50 United States, 5 Canadian Provinces, and 26 countries. He also has Down syndrome. His photos h... Show more

David is the CEO of nvisionative, Inc. nvisionative is a Creative Marketing and App Development agency located in Mooresville, North Carolina. David has been an active member of the DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) community since its inception. His early development of popular iBuySpy modules made a perfect segue into the iBuySpy Workshop and subsequently the DotNetNuke world. David is a proud and active DNN MVP. His open-source contributions are staples in nearly every DNNer's tool belt, and he serves as one of just a select few Git Approvers for the DNN open source project itself. David has played a key role in organizing DNN community meetups, events, and conferences across the United States and Europe, including DNNCon, DNN Summit, DNN Connect, Southern Fried DNN, and more. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for DNN Connect. He previously served on the Board of Directors for DNN Association, the organization responsible for DNN Summit. David is also the DNN Strategy Lead.

David is the CEO of nvisionative, Inc. nvisionative is a Creative Marketing and App Development agency located in Mooresville, North Carolina. David has been an active member of the DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) community since its inception. His early d... Show more

Hilary Walton, or Hils as she is called, is well known in the tech industry, with a diverse background in psychology, ICT & AI, risk management, and cybersecurity. She’s worked for some of the biggest names in the business, including Mi5 and the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games.

But that’s not all! Hilary is also an author, having penned a book on security culture that’s a must-read for anyone interested in the field.
When she’s not busy being a tech guru and mother of three, Hilary is a digital influencer who loves nothing more than sharing her digital culture ideas with the world.

You can catch her on her YouTube show and podcast, both called “Digital Culture Ideas”.

And if that’s not enough, she’s also active on various social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X (Twitter), and TikTok as @HilsWalton.

Join Hilary's free text tech-news service: Digital Culture Ideas & News Hub https://chat.whatsapp.com/DigitalCultureIdeasNewsService

Hilary's Digital Culture Ideas Show:
- YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4dwoi3AqnpBmiaWvkac76w
- Podcast on Spotify (and available anywhere else you listen to your podcasts) : https://open.spotify.com/show/3z4t5ZeAB4aSwr0ZeqtyaZ?si=b4a0a9a8894b43f5

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilswalton/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilswalton/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/HilsWalton
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hilswalton
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HilsWalton
- Threads: https://www.threads.net/@hilswalton

Hilary Walton, or Hils as she is called, is well known in the tech industry, with a diverse background in psychology, ICT & AI, risk management, and cybersecurity. She’s worked for some of the biggest names in the business, including Mi5 and the Lond... Show more

Jayde I. Powell is a creatorpreneur and social media strategist from Atlanta, Georgia. With over 12 years of experience in marketing, Jayde has taken her knowledge and established herself as a well-respected creative and voice in both the advertising industry and the creator economy.

She is the founder and head of creative at The Em Dash Co, a content and creative development agency that offers strategic and creative social media solutions. There, she has led projects for global brands such as Netflix, Timberland, LinkedIn, The Coca-Cola Company, and more. She is also the host of #CreatorTeaTalk, a brand and community that brings together individuals in the creator economy to discuss all things creators, content, and culture.

Additionally, she is known for her relatable and humorous presence on LinkedIn, which she refers to and popularized as “The Briefcase App,” and for the championing of Black, brown, and queer creatives in her industry.

In 2023, she was recognized by Adweek as a standout in media, marketing, and culture and also recognized by Business Insider as a creator economy expert. In her free time, she takes art classes and frequently travels between her home in Atlanta and Brooklyn, New York, where she sources much of her inspiration for her creative pursuits.

Jayde I. Powell is a creatorpreneur and social media strategist from Atlanta, Georgia. With over 12 years of experience in marketing, Jayde has taken her knowledge and established herself as a well-respected creative and voice in both the advertising... Show more

An accomplished product leader, I have driven hyper-growth at startups across diverse industries, including ed-tech, food-tech, and social networks, with a focus on creating impactful products that scale. At Swiggy, I spearheaded key initiatives for a delivery partner fleet of over 300,000 users, optimizing processes and enhancing user experience. At daily.dev, I played a pivotal role in establishing core product management frameworks and launching foundational products that empowered the platform's growth. Passionate about building solutions that drive success, I thrive in dynamic environments where my contributions fuel startup acceleration and long-term impact.

An accomplished product leader, I have driven hyper-growth at startups across diverse industries, including ed-tech, food-tech, and social networks, with a focus on creating impactful products that scale. At Swiggy, I spearheaded key initiatives for ... Show more

Infrasity is a developer relations company which helps SAAS companies with organic tech content and growth strategies which majorly revolves around creating content, market research, how to amplify product within the developer community.

As a founder of a early stage start ups i take care of:
1. Taking care of deliveries of infrastructure services we provide to our customers
2. Look after new areas where we can help our customers create content and distribute it.

Infrasity is a developer relations company which helps SAAS companies with organic tech content and growth strategies which majorly revolves around creating content, market research, how to amplify product within the developer community. As a foun... Show more

Sabrina Herrera is a lifelong journalist who’s worked in television production, newspapers, digital, social, community engagement, and public media. She has experience leading and building teams, most recently creating Connecticut Public’s first social media team. As Latino Initiative Editor at Connecticut Public, she leads ¡Somos Connecticut!, a strategic effort to expand Latine content, audience, and staff, through listening sessions, bilingual reporting, and engagement opportunities. She also serves on the National Association for Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) New England Chapter Board. Sabrina performs improv comedy, which led her to saying “yes, and” to hosting the narrative podcast, Generation Barney, available wherever you get your podcasts. Sabrina aims to look for the fun in things, and believes you can accomplish anything when working collaboratively as a team.

Sabrina Herrera is a lifelong journalist who’s worked in television production, newspapers, digital, social, community engagement, and public media. She has experience leading and building teams, most recently creating Connecticut Public’s first soci... Show more

Creative Brand/Product Design Specialist, Digital Educator, and CEO of Cudose Creative Agency.
Adetunji Tunmise is an accomplished Creative Brand/Product Design Specialist, Digital Educator, and CEO with a strong background in Computer Science. He is renowned for mentoring students within and outside the African diaspora and assisting brands in developing timeless products and boosting revenue. Adetunji is an exceptional teacher, coach, speaker, polymath, and solution-oriented professional, known for his ability to inspire and educate. He currently leads Cudose Creative Agency, dedicated to empowering Africa and beyond with seasoned skills and expertise.

Creative Brand/Product Design Specialist, Digital Educator, and CEO of Cudose Creative Agency. Adetunji Tunmise is an accomplished Creative Brand/Product Design Specialist, Digital Educator, and CEO with a strong background in Computer Science. He i... Show more

Known to the community as Ziggy the Hamster, I've been using Ruby for 20 years just about everywhere

Known to the community as Ziggy the Hamster, I've been using Ruby for 20 years just about everywhere Show more

I’m a UX designer with four years of experience, and I’m looking for opportunities to speak and share my knowledge. I want to connect with others in the industry, contribute to meaningful conversations, and showcase my skills to a wider audience.

I’m a UX designer with four years of experience, and I’m looking for opportunities to speak and share my knowledge. I want to connect with others in the industry, contribute to meaningful conversations, and showcase my skills to a wider audience. Show more

Madison Côté is a visionary leader at the forefront of Alberta’s indie gaming scene, blending her expertise in game development, event management, and community engagement. As a dynamic creative with a passion for arts, technology, and culture, she drives Interactive Arts Alberta's mission to amplify diverse voices and empower local talent. Madison’s commitment to fostering innovation and inclusivity has helped shape some of the region’s most celebrated industry events, creating spaces that champion collaboration and a forward-thinking approach to gaming and digital arts. Interactive Arts Alberta runs the Game Discovery Exhibition annually in Edmonton, the largest independent games festival in North America.

Madison Côté is a visionary leader at the forefront of Alberta’s indie gaming scene, blending her expertise in game development, event management, and community engagement. As a dynamic creative with a passion for arts, technology, and culture, she d... Show more

Sierra Stewart is the Vice President of Business Development at Corefact, where she spearheads growth initiatives and marketing strategies for real estate professionals. With over 15 years of experience in marketing, print, and direct mail solutions, Sierra has helped countless agents enhance their lead generation through personalized, tech-driven campaigns. A dynamic speaker and expert in integrating technology with traditional marketing, Sierra is passionate about empowering real estate professionals to connect with clients in meaningful, results-oriented ways. When she’s not driving innovation at Corefact, you can find Sierra sharing her insights on marketing and lead generation at industry events across the country.

Sierra Stewart is the Vice President of Business Development at Corefact, where she spearheads growth initiatives and marketing strategies for real estate professionals. With over 15 years of experience in marketing, print, and direct mail solutions,... Show more

Senior Marketing Leader with over 8 years of experience propelling customer and revenue growth across Africa's Finance, Technology, and E-commerce industries. Also, a start-up mentor with Antler, helping founders drive business growth across the EMEA region. I am driven by curiosity and always seeking to challenge the status quo and solve societal problems.

Senior Marketing Leader with over 8 years of experience propelling customer and revenue growth across Africa's Finance, Technology, and E-commerce industries. Also, a start-up mentor with Antler, helping founders drive business growth across the EMEA... Show more

Medha is a user interface designer, speaker, writer, and mentor with a background in computer science.
On the professional front, she crafts delightful digital experiences and conducts usability audits & research. In her spare time, she helps early designers get started and thrive in their design careers.

Medha is a user interface designer, speaker, writer, and mentor with a background in computer science. On the professional front, she crafts delightful digital experiences and conducts usability audits & research. In her spare time, she helps early... Show more

She has over 15 years’ marketing experience working with and for with some of the largest technology companies in the world including Accenture, Microsoft, Avanade, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ricoh Europe and K2 (Nintex). She has owned and implemented marketing strategy, campaigns, and delivered events across multiple regions including UK, Ireland, Europe and the Middle East. She has also worked on industry campaigns in Financial Services, Legal, Manufacturing, Education and Retail.

Gemma is passionate about marketing and helping organisations align on their marketing strategy, plans and objectives for the longer term. She is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) who recognises her experience in the industry and recently joined the Aleto Foundation as a Board Trustee.

She is delighted to announce that Riada Consultancy has become recent members of the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)

She has over 15 years’ marketing experience working with and for with some of the largest technology companies in the world including Accenture, Microsoft, Avanade, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ricoh Europe and K2 (Nintex). She has owned and implemente... Show more

Empecé a trabajar hace 3 años como Backend Engineer en Empathy.co. Después de pasar por distintos equipos en los que aprendí sobre el producto, experiencias de búsqueda y privacidad, empecé en un puesto en el que, además de programar, genero contenido y doy charlas en eventos.

Empecé a trabajar hace 3 años como Backend Engineer en Empathy.co. Después de pasar por distintos equipos en los que aprendí sobre el producto, experiencias de búsqueda y privacidad, empecé en un puesto en el que, además de programar, genero contenid... Show more

An entrepreneur, media coach and consultant, Jesse is uniquely known for combining a precise attention to detail with pure artistic creativity. Formerly a professional musician, published composer, educator, and tenured percussionist in "The Commandant's Own" U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, Jesse has spent over a decade immersed in elite performance ensembles and working on multi-media productions across a variety of creative disciplines.

Upon the honorable completion of his enlistment with the Marine Corps in 2020, Jesse Sieff was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his profound impact on the unit’s outreach and recruiting mission in his secondary role as the NCOIC of the Public Affairs Office. Through creative media campaigns, video production and strategic communications, Jesse's work was attributed to increasing the unit’s following by 350% and total reach over 5.2 million impressions worldwide.

Today, his focus is helping leaders in workforce development make better investment in time, attention, and talent through strategic communications, training, and creative digital marketing. In January of 2021, Jesse embarked on a journey of entrepreneurship and founded Sieff Studios to continue sharing his talents and serving the public. Jesse lives in Annapolis, MD with his wife (an active duty Marine musician) and twin daughters while running multiple ventures, including a state of the art, home-based recording studio.

An entrepreneur, media coach and consultant, Jesse is uniquely known for combining a precise attention to detail with pure artistic creativity. Formerly a professional musician, published composer, educator, and tenured percussionist in "The Commanda... Show more

I have spent the last 25 years in media, such as Digital Online, Mobile Apps, TV, radio, and the out-of-home industry. I have also worked on some of the larger sponsorship deals globally over the past 20 years. I have a deep relationship with some of the world's largest brands and ad agencies. I have also had the privilege to be elected an Alderman in the City of New Berlin for the past twelve years, where I have a profound understanding of government and the needs and challenges we all face.

I have spent the last 25 years in media, such as Digital Online, Mobile Apps, TV, radio, and the out-of-home industry. I have also worked on some of the larger sponsorship deals globally over the past 20 years. I have a deep relationship with some o... Show more

Josh Kahn is an award-winning filmmaker at the intersection of entertainment, technology, and professional sports. As the founder of MYLES, a story incubation lab and production company based in Los Angeles, Josh continually pushes the boundaries of storytelling in these fields. He previously served as the inaugural in-house Senior Producer/Director at UNINTERRUPTED and The SpringHill Company, founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter. Prior to that, he was the Senior Creative Producer for the Chicago Bulls, where he launched BullsTV, the team’s innovative mixed-media production division.

A Forbes "30 Under 30" honoree and graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, Josh has directed and produced numerous sports and culture-focused feature documentaries and docuseries for major streaming platforms, including Prime Video, FOX Sports, Tubi, and DAZN. His latest feature, Untapped, is set to be released on Netflix in October 2024.

Expanding his work beyond traditional filmmaking, Josh and his company MYLES have also ventured into the world of generative AI, creating multiple concept films released with MIT Technology Review, demonstrating the transformative potential of this cutting-edge technology.

Josh Kahn is an award-winning filmmaker at the intersection of entertainment, technology, and professional sports. As the founder of MYLES, a story incubation lab and production company based in Los Angeles, Josh continually pushes the boundaries of ... Show more

Cate Hollowitsch is the Chief Marketing Officer for Nesnah Ventures, a private equity firm. Cate is an energetic, results-driven marketing professional with more than 30 years of experience and a proven track record in all areas of marketing, including branding, innovation, and digital transformation. As an executive, she also has an extensive background in business acumen, value creation, and strategy for small to medium-sized businesses. Cate’s business success earned her a 2024 spot as one of 100 Titans of Industry for the state of Wisconsin. She is a 2024 TEDx Speaker and created the F.E.A.R. Framework™ for Selfless Leadership. She is also the author of Confidence Counts, and Mastering the Game of Office Politics and is an adjunct professor in digital marketing.

Cate Hollowitsch is the Chief Marketing Officer for Nesnah Ventures, a private equity firm. Cate is an energetic, results-driven marketing professional with more than 30 years of experience and a proven track record in all areas of marketing, includi... Show more

Joel is the Senior Director of Platform Engineering at TAG - The Aspen Group where he leads teams focused on DevOps, SRE, and Delivery Engineering. Together, these teams aim to build and architect highly available cloud environments, develop infrastructure and development tools, and empower developers through fully automated deployment pipelines. In his spare time, he runs monthly meetups in Chicago thru the Google Developers program. When he isn’t working, he loves exploring Sweet Home Chicago!

Joel is the Senior Director of Platform Engineering at TAG - The Aspen Group where he leads teams focused on DevOps, SRE, and Delivery Engineering. Together, these teams aim to build and architect highly available cloud environments, develop infrastr... Show more

Michelle is a speaker, author, content marketer, historian and mother of 3 boys.

As the Content Marketing Queen for the past 13 years, she has helped countless small businesses understand and develop their content strategies and focus on a customer first approach.

In 2017, Michelle and her husband John entered the world of ‘crypto’ and they have been involved with a number of Web3 companies including, Bolt.Global, Switcheo, Quantstamp, Emsany and she was the Head of Marketing for GhostMarket.io.

Michelle is a co-host of the Business on the Block Podcast a weekly show that discusses the Digital Business Revolution https://www.youtube.com/@BusinessontheBloc

Michelle has created the first History/Travel Newsletter on Paragraph and Mirror xyz, where customers can collect NFTs of her weekly editions. https://paragraph.xyz/@savvytravelhistorian

Michelle is a speaker, author, content marketer, historian and mother of 3 boys. As the Content Marketing Queen for the past 13 years, she has helped countless small businesses understand and develop their content strategies and focus on a custome... Show more