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Opeyemi Adegboye

Opeyemi Adegboye

Opeyemi Adegboye (Yemi) l
Seasoned UI/UX Designer | Digital Experience Architect | Educator

With over three years of experience in UI/UX design, I specialize in creating user-centered solutions that merge functionality with aesthetics. From my early beginnings as a freelance designer to my current role as a lead UI/UX Designer at TASAfrica, I have helped businesses craft intuitive, user-driven experiences that resonate.

Previously, I worked as a UI/UX Engineer at Lights on Heights, where I spearheaded impactful projects like the My Limestone App redesign, enhancing features such as offline check-in and geolocation-enabled panic alerts. My expertise lives across design systems, usability testing, and crafting scalable solutions for web and mobile platforms.

Passionate about sharing knowledge, I've tutored over 50 aspiring designers within 25 different African countries, helping them launch careers in tech. Beyond work, I attend tech events and webinars, most recently speaking at Tech1M's webinar, "Creating Memorable Experiences through User-Centric Designs."

I believe design is more than visuals, it's about solving problems, crafting memorable experiences, and connecting people. When I’m not designing, you’ll find me learning German, playing call of duty mobile or brainstorming ideas to give back to the community through tech education.

Opeyemi Adegboye (Yemi) l Seasoned UI/UX Designer | Digital Experience Architect | Educator With over three years of experience in UI/UX design, I specialize in creating user-centered solutions that merge functionality with aesthetics. From my ea... Show more

Pablo Henrique

Pablo Henrique

Sou estudante de Mestrado na Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) desde 2023, com foco em pesquisas na área de Inteligência Artificial (AI). Atuo como tutor auxiliar em disciplinas de graduação oferecidas pela UFRGS e sou um entusiasta da tecnologia. Certificado em AI pela Universidade Federal da Bahia (UFBA) e formado em Jogos Digitais pelo Instituto Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (IFMS) campus Dourados, onde desenvolvi projetos de Jogos, obviamente,
assim como projetos de Computação Gráfica com OpenGL, práticas de machine learning, desenvolvimento de jogos variados, método scrum, gerencia de projetos, programação e outras habilidades técnicas.

Ao longo de minha jornada acadêmica e profissional, adquiri experiência em diversas tecnologias e linguagens de programação, incluindo C#, C++, Java e Python. Recentemente, realizei extensões universitárias em Computação em Nuvem (UFBA), Semantics (USP), Programação Reativa (Udemy), Introdução à Ciência de Dados (IFMS) e Inteligência Artificial (UFBA).

Além disso, participei de eventos e seminários relevantes, como o workshop sobre Segurança da Informação e o The Developer's Conference.AI, onde explorei estratégias eficientes de Multi-Agent PathFinding (MAPF). Minha paixão pela tecnologia e pelo aprendizado contínuo me impulsiona a contribuir ativamente para a comunidade acadêmica e tecnológica.

Sou estudante de Mestrado na Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) desde 2023, com foco em pesquisas na área de Inteligência Artificial (AI). Atuo como tutor auxiliar em disciplinas de graduação oferecidas pela UFRGS e sou um entusiasta d... Show more

Ward Coessens

Ward Coessens

Using technology to solve problems since java 6. Worked in R&D, Manufacturing, Retail. Focussing now on Media, and the applications of LLMs

Using technology to solve problems since java 6. Worked in R&D, Manufacturing, Retail. Focussing now on Media, and the applications of LLMs Show more

René Habermann

René Habermann

René followed his passion in 2022 and started to make games full time with his company Bippinbits. Before that he studied computer science and worked many years in IT, developing an increasing aversion to corporate insanity. René's approach to making games was shaped by game jams - swift iteration, smart scope, trusting teams, quick validation and a closeness to the players.

René followed his passion in 2022 and started to make games full time with his company Bippinbits. Before that he studied computer science and worked many years in IT, developing an increasing aversion to corporate insanity. René's approach to making... Show more

Edi Šikić

Edi Šikić

Dolazim iz Rijeke, imam 29 godina. Zadnjih nekoliko godina sudjelujem u program Rikona i Liburnicona sa različitim kvizevima i predavanjima.

Dolazim iz Rijeke, imam 29 godina. Zadnjih nekoliko godina sudjelujem u program Rikona i Liburnicona sa različitim kvizevima i predavanjima. Show more

Mohit Rajhans

Mohit Rajhans

Mohit was named 2024 Speaker of the Year by Meetings International. He operates at the intersection of technology, culture, and media communications, receiving accolades across various platforms, from small groups to major corporations and from small screens to international panels.

Mohit was named 2024 Speaker of the Year by Meetings International. He operates at the intersection of technology, culture, and media communications, receiving accolades across various platforms, from small groups to major corporations and from small... Show more

Joshua David

Joshua David

A Graphic designer, Digital Content Creator, Digital Marketing Coach, Public Speaker on Relationship and Purpose.

A Graphic designer, Digital Content Creator, Digital Marketing Coach, Public Speaker on Relationship and Purpose. Show more

Manasvee Muralikumaar

Manasvee Muralikumaar


As a seasoned Marketing Professional specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) experiences, I've spearheaded innovative marketing strategies for VR concerts and gaming at the forefront of digital entertainment. With a focus on immersive experiences, I've played a pivotal role in promoting the first-ever VR Concert Tour, achieving sell-out performances across 15+ cities in the US. My expertise extends to orchestrating marketing campaigns for VR concerts featuring Grammy Award-winning artists, across diverse platforms including Quest, Steam, Pico, and Apple Vision Pro.

Portfolio - https://www.manasvee.com

As a seasoned Marketing Professional specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) experiences, I've spearheaded innovative marketing strategies for VR concerts and gaming at the forefront of digital entertainment. With a focus on immersive experiences, I'v... Show more

Cat McIntosh

Cat McIntosh

My marketing, sales, and business development career ranges from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. I have been honored to direct several multi-million-dollar marketing and sales organizations in the technology, events, media, real estate, and tourism industries. Strong in both B2B and B2C strategies, I have a track record of adapting quickly to new market opportunities and a knack for identifying and leveraging disruption. Currently, I am CEO and Co-founder of Sky Peak Technologies, a multi-national startup specializing in disruptive tech for the mobile telecom industry.

My marketing, sales, and business development career ranges from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. I have been honored to direct several multi-million-dollar marketing and sales organizations in the technology, events, media, real estate, and touri... Show more

Bobbie Carlton

Bobbie Carlton

Bobbie Carlton is the founder of Carlton PR & Marketing, Innovation Nights and Innovation Women, or, as she calls them, the day job, the night job and the dream job. Carlton is an entertaining, tell-it-like-it-is speaker who speaks extensively (and passionately) about public speaking and how it can be the driving force behind career growth and business success. She's a TEDx speaker; an entertaining startup event host; she's spoken at the United Nations; she's shared the stage with storytelling legend (and NPR's Snap Judgment host) Glynn Washington; and she's been on the main stage for some of the world’s best-known conferences for technical and professional women. Carlton has been featured on CBS News, in the Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe, USA Today and other major media. She was previously the head of global PR at two different enterprise software companies and the head of marketing for a brand devoted to providing positive role models for preteen girls. She’s inspired thousands of technical, entrepreneurial and executive women to take control of their own speaking careers and has worked with event managers around the world to deliver diverse and inclusive events.

Bobbie Carlton is the founder of Carlton PR & Marketing, Innovation Nights and Innovation Women, or, as she calls them, the day job, the night job and the dream job. Carlton is an entertaining, tell-it-like-it-is speaker who speaks extensively (and p... Show more

Diana Pelenur

Diana Pelenur

Diana Pelenur is a photographer and digital artist who is based in Toronto having grown up in Brazil and Uruguay. Diana has always been fascinated with technology and Web3 has provided
the perfect platform to explore her curiosity of what is possible on the blockchain. Her art is based on digital photographs that are then manipulated in photoshop to tell a story beyond the
photographic image. Diana likes to imagine what life would look like if we lived on the blockchain and her latest collection is a reflection of this imaginary world. Recently Diana has begun exploring art created with AI.

Diana is co-founder of XenosProject.io, an NFT pfp collection whose mission is to support schools in underrepresented regions. It is a project that is using Web3 to create a positive social impact.

Diana Pelenur is a photographer and digital artist who is based in Toronto having grown up in Brazil and Uruguay. Diana has always been fascinated with technology and Web3 has provided the perfect platform to explore her curiosity of what is possibl... Show more

Lacroix Scott

Lacroix Scott

Lacroix is an NYC based Web 3.0 strategy consultant who has spent over the past 10+ years leading digital transformation for global media brands such as Conde Nast, Viacom, and Disney.

She has worked with NFT creators and collectors on the growing interest in web 3.0 for women and historically excluded communities and how they can be represented and supported.

During NFT NYC 2021 she hosted the first all-female & BIPOC panel, “ Women in NFTs: Making Space in the Metaverse” and will be presenting at NFTNYC 2022.

Lacroix is an NYC based Web 3.0 strategy consultant who has spent over the past 10+ years leading digital transformation for global media brands such as Conde Nast, Viacom, and Disney. She has worked with NFT creators and collectors on the growin... Show more

Avie Fukai

Avie Fukai

A Filipino engineer working in Japan 🇵🇭:jp:
・8 years experience as a Back-end/BI/Data Engineer
・I'm a community leader at Open Source Software PH (https://ossph.org/)
・I'm a community manager at 4C (https://www.4c.rocks/)
Now studying:
・System design
・Digital Illustration
Hobbies:
・Learning, teaching the Japanese Language, and talking to people
・Drawing, reading manga, and watching anime
・Web Design
・Hosting Twitter Spaces
・OpenSource

A Filipino engineer working in Japan 🇵🇭:jp: ・8 years experience as a Back-end/BI/Data Engineer ・I'm a community leader at Open Source Software PH (https://ossph.org/) ・I'm a community manager at 4C (https://www.4c.rocks/) Now studying: ・System... Show more

Cheryl Cantafio

Cheryl Cantafio

Cheryl Cantafio is an IT professional, poet and prose writer, and podcast host. She has a talent and enthusiasm for amplifying IT’s people, story, knowledge, and culture. Cheryl has spent most of her career improving the customer experience by helping internal and external customers solve business problems. She takes pride in assisting people find their stories, voices, and words.

Cheryl has worked in different IT roles for over 25 years. In 2022, she became a host for the You Only Go Once podcast. Her book, My Stay with the Sisters: Poems, is her debut as an author and poet.

She lives in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with her husband and two mischievous mini-dachshunds.

Cheryl Cantafio is an IT professional, poet and prose writer, and podcast host. She has a talent and enthusiasm for amplifying IT’s people, story, knowledge, and culture. Cheryl has spent most of her career improving the customer experience by helpin... Show more

Flynn Zaiger

Flynn Zaiger

As CEO of Online Optimism, Flynn Zaiger spends his day keeping his employees happy, his clients happier, and the office pups happiest. Flynn started Online Optimism in 2012, after deciding that six months in the corporate world was enough. With the many resources available to entrepreneurs in New Orleans, he decided to see if he could create a better place to work, and help businesses grow via the Internet. In 2021, the agency turned hybrid, keeping their headquarters on the Gulf Coast while expanding to new physical offices in Washington, DC for their twenty Optimists.

In addition to running Online Optimism, Flynn is actively involved in the community. He has spoken across the country on topics including digital marketing, analytics, and how to manage millennials + Zoomers without the need to do TikTok dance trends. His expertise has led to being featured on Forbes.com, Inc.com, Entrepreneur.com, CIO.com, and Social Media Today. He’s most likely to be found with his dog Pimms while in the office, getting climbed on by his cats Bea and Jama when working from home, or in the few hours he is not growing Online Optimism, playing chess with his family.

As CEO of Online Optimism, Flynn Zaiger spends his day keeping his employees happy, his clients happier, and the office pups happiest. Flynn started Online Optimism in 2012, after deciding that six months in the corporate world was enough. With the m... Show more

Erik Mathlener

Erik Mathlener

For the last 12 years, I have been helping organisations use stories in valuable communication with customers and employees. Before that, I worked as an IT project manager and consultant for 20 years. That role involved a lot of talking, presenting and coaching. At the same time, I developed my creative side by taking classes in drama and improvisational theatre.

I got infected with the storytelling virus

The turning point came in 2006 when I saw a remarkable performance by an Amsterdam storyteller - I was overwhelmed. A few years later, I accidentally discovered that the art of storytelling has a huge impact in business too. Storytelling turned out to be a tool to facilitate change and greatly improve communication in organisations. Since then, I use storytelling every day as an effective and fun business tool.
Nowadays, I give inspiring presentations and training courses to entrepreneurs, managers and teams. I am co-founder of the Storytelling Guild in the Netherlands.

In my interactive keynotes, I demonstrate the power of storytelling when it comes to:

* leadership
* change
* teamwork
* corporate culture

You get a unique talk that is entertaining as well as inspiring. Because the talks are full of recognisable short stories, your audience will not be able to stop listening. The content of the presentation is always tailored to your audience. The audience will discover how the power of storytelling can make their (work) lives happier and more meaningful. They leave the room full of inspiration and with practical tips they can apply the same day.
This is not a Sit and Listen presentation. Your audience is engaged and given the chance to experience the power of storytelling for themselves.

For the last 12 years, I have been helping organisations use stories in valuable communication with customers and employees. Before that, I worked as an IT project manager and consultant for 20 years. That role involved a lot of talking, presenting a... Show more

Shannon Peel

Shannon Peel

Shannon Peel helps professionals define what they want to be known for and guides them to tell their stories to the marketplace. She is the creative force behind the MarketAPeel Brand Storytelling agency and Digital Publisher

Shannon Peel helps professionals define what they want to be known for and guides them to tell their stories to the marketplace. She is the creative force behind the MarketAPeel Brand Storytelling agency and Digital Publisher Show more

Essem Harris

Essem Harris

Essem is a research professional and product manager who has worked for major sports organizations since 2016, currently serving as Senior Lead Product Manager for Research and Development at the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is also studying philosophy and history at the CUNY Graduate Center. He has been part of blockchain communities since 2016.

Essem is a research professional and product manager who has worked for major sports organizations since 2016, currently serving as Senior Lead Product Manager for Research and Development at the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is also stud... Show more

Juan Correa Poblete

Juan Correa Poblete

Más de 15 años trabajando en Internet, actualmente trabajando para medios de comunicación de toda Iberoamérica

Más de 15 años trabajando en Internet, actualmente trabajando para medios de comunicación de toda Iberoamérica Show more

Julien Bisconti

Julien Bisconti

Software engineer turned Site Reliability Engineer. Certified Data Engineer for GCP and Kubernetes Administrator. Has worked on performance critical microservices at a global scale. Helps companies scale up their infrastructure by mentoring, educating and building scalable software solutions. Focuses on information used and generated by services, basically data, which in turn is used to make informed, data-driven decisions about the future of the business. Has a Master in Computer Science and a broad experience in many layers from infrastructure to front-end. University guest lecturer and active in the Stockholm meetup community.

website:
https://bisconti.cloud

Software engineer turned Site Reliability Engineer. Certified Data Engineer for GCP and Kubernetes Administrator. Has worked on performance critical microservices at a global scale. Helps companies scale up their infrastructure by mentoring, educatin... Show more

Okikiola Matthew Olatunde

Okikiola Matthew Olatunde

Okikiola Matthew Olatunde, widely recognized as "Aloednut" is not just an average name on social media; he's an expert Social Media Advertiser and a dedicated Personal Development Speaker too.

What sets Okikiola apart is his talent for boosting business/brand success through carefully crafted social media advertising solutions on platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.

His secret?
He takes the time to truly understand audiences, particularly what they need to build unwavering trust in a brand with an impeccable eye for detail.

Okikiola is your go-to-expert for making your business flourish through social media ads. Plus, he's always open to sharing his insights on social media advertising and personal development in speaking engagements.

Okikiola Matthew Olatunde, widely recognized as "Aloednut" is not just an average name on social media; he's an expert Social Media Advertiser and a dedicated Personal Development Speaker too. What sets Okikiola apart is his talent for boosting bu... Show more

Mary Fellowes

Mary Fellowes

Mary launched GreenWith Studio, a boutique sustainable fashion consultancy, after completing Cambridge University’s CISL programme on Sustainable Business Leadership. One major area of focus for GreenWith Studio is providing advisory and consulting services to technology disrupters, e-comm marketplaces and software companies in fashion to drive sustainability roadmaps. Recently, Mary and her team authored a white paper on technology and sustainability for the British Fashion Council.

Mary was formerly a Vogue Fashion Director + Editor, A-list celebrity stylist, Features Writer, Content Creator, who has lived+worked across UK, Europe, Asia and USA.

Mary launched GreenWith Studio, a boutique sustainable fashion consultancy, after completing Cambridge University’s CISL programme on Sustainable Business Leadership. One major area of focus for GreenWith Studio is providing advisory and consulting s... Show more

Emily Riederer

Emily Riederer

Emily Riederer is a Senior Analytics Manager at Capital One where she leads a team dedicated to the development of sustainable data products (including datamarts, internal analysis toolkits, and self-service business intelligence capabilities) for business partners ranging from entry-level analysts to senior executives. She is particularly passionate about bringing open source tools and mindsets to industry and empowering communities of practice within organizations.

Emily is a contributing author to 97 Things Every Data Engineer Should Know (O’Reilly) and The R Markdown Cookbook (CRC Press), and frequently writes about all things data on here blog at https://emilyriederer.netlify.com/. In her spare time, she serves as an editor for rOpenSci and maintains the dbtplyr dbt package and the projmgr and convo R packages.

Emily Riederer is a Senior Analytics Manager at Capital One where she leads a team dedicated to the development of sustainable data products (including datamarts, internal analysis toolkits, and self-service business intelligence capabilities) for bu... Show more

Jonathon Colman

Jonathon Colman

Jonathon Colman leads the global content design discipline at HubSpot. He's a Webby Award-winning designer and keynote speaker who’s built and led design and content teams at Facebook, Intercom, IBM, REI, and The Nature Conservancy.

Jonathon Colman leads the global content design discipline at HubSpot. He's a Webby Award-winning designer and keynote speaker who’s built and led design and content teams at Facebook, Intercom, IBM, REI, and The Nature Conservancy. Show more

Brian Stollery

Brian Stollery

Brian Stollery is a prolific music and entertainment entrepreneur with a background in concert production, startups and event technology. He is the Founder and CEO of W3BSTOCK, a global Web3-powered live music ecosystem, boasting community-curated music festivals, IRL/Metaverse experiences, and cross-project utility offerings. He began his career architecting the live-streaming video and event production infrastructure for Relix Magazine and Brooklyn Bowl, leading US business development for European startup Music Traveler, and founding Launch Inc, a stalwart hub for curated live media and entertainment. A lifelong musician, DJ and event producer, he believes that music and movement have the power to awaken the spirit, drive positive social actions, and unite and enrich world culture.

Brian Stollery is a prolific music and entertainment entrepreneur with a background in concert production, startups and event technology. He is the Founder and CEO of W3BSTOCK, a global Web3-powered live music ecosystem, boasting community-curated mu... Show more

João Victor Girard

João Victor Girard

Even before graduating from college, João Victor has been an aficionado for media streaming and transmission protocols. One of them is connecting mobile devices and TVs by his own sound-based protocol. Working at Globo, many of his dreams have been propelled, and a new one emerged, Android development.

Even before graduating from college, João Victor has been an aficionado for media streaming and transmission protocols. One of them is connecting mobile devices and TVs by his own sound-based protocol. Working at Globo, many of his dreams have been p... Show more

Mohammad Zaytoun

Mohammad Zaytoun

Mohammad Al Baker Zaytoun - Inspiring Minds, Transforming Perspectives

As an accomplished Full Stack Developer, Mohammad blends the realms of technology and innovation seamlessly. With a relentless curiosity, he's currently pursuing a Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence to harness the power of AI for groundbreaking solutions.

Mohammad's passion for knowledge-sharing extends beyond coding. A charismatic and engaging public speaker, they have graced numerous stages, captivating audiences with their ability to distill complex concepts into relatable insights. Their talks are a journey through the realms of technology, shedding light on the potential and societal impact of AI.

Behind the scenes, Mohammad is a problem solver extraordinaire. From meticulously fixing computers and laptops to safeguarding digital landscapes, their expertise encompasses both the tangible and the virtual. They also possess a creative flair, adept at crafting animations that mesmerize and advertisements that leave a lasting impression.

Join Mohammad in exploring the intersection of technology and imagination. With a mission to share marvel ideas that ignite innovation, they are a dynamic speaker who leaves audiences informed, inspired, and ready to embrace the future.

Mohammad Al Baker Zaytoun - Inspiring Minds, Transforming Perspectives As an accomplished Full Stack Developer, Mohammad blends the realms of technology and innovation seamlessly. With a relentless curiosity, he's currently pursuing a Master's deg... Show more

Jarvis Moore

Jarvis Moore

As a Senior Design Lead at Microsoft, I am passionate about creating design systems that enhance the user experience and empower product teams. With almost a decade of work experience in UX and graphic design, I have worked with various clients and organizations, such as NerdWallet, World Wide Technology, and LinkedIn, to deliver innovative and user-centric solutions. I have also shared my knowledge and skills as an Associate UI/UX Instructor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Mentor at Designlab, and a Founding Partner at Black UX Labs. I aim to leverage my expertise in design systems and UX to create impactful and inclusive products that serve diverse audiences and communities.

As a Senior Design Lead at Microsoft, I am passionate about creating design systems that enhance the user experience and empower product teams. With almost a decade of work experience in UX and graphic design, I have worked with various clients and o... Show more

Sina Rezaei

Sina Rezaei

Hello there! My name is Sina, and I’m a digital marketing, instructor, YouTuber, and influencer with over five years of experience in the field.

Hello there! My name is Sina, and I’m a digital marketing, instructor, YouTuber, and influencer with over five years of experience in the field. Show more

Tanya Lindsay

Tanya Lindsay

Tanya is passionate about the potential of blockchain technology to provide micro-earning opportunities in gaming and other industries. She is Co-Founder of CryptoMibs, an arcade-style gaming platform based on NFT marbles, running on both Ethereum and Polygon. Tanya is also Co-Founder of a successful consulting business in the Systems Integrations space that gives her unique insights into both centralized and decentralized worlds.

Tanya is passionate about the potential of blockchain technology to provide micro-earning opportunities in gaming and other industries. She is Co-Founder of CryptoMibs, an arcade-style gaming platform based on NFT marbles, running on both Ethereum an... Show more

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