NaVell J. Lee is the creator and host of The Buzz – BuzzWorthy Radio. Podcasting since 2007, he has built an award-winning independent entertainment podcast, earning recognition from the Signal Awards, Astra Awards, and Telly Awards.

NaVell J. Lee is the creator and host of The Buzz – BuzzWorthy Radio. Podcasting since 2007, he has built an award-winning independent entertainment podcast, earning recognition from the Signal Awards, Astra Awards, and Telly Awards. Show more

2026: Speaker at the Unlock Rab and Expo Gamers Opatija conferences.

2025: Speaker at the Unlock Rijeka conference.

2024: Author of the article "New Regulations on Exercising the Right to Use Musical Performances on the Internet", published in Novi informator.

2023: Presenter on "Press publishers' related right as a solution for the press publishing industry in the digital environment" at an International Scientific Conference.

2022 & 2023: Author and facilitator of the workshops "Intellectual Property Protection – Tips & Tricks".

2022: Speaker at the RiDOC 2022 conference, presenting on "Press Publishers’ Right in Croatia".

2022: Presenter of "Survival of the press publishing industry in a digital environment: Legal analysis of the EU press publishers related right in comparison with the Australian and USA" at a doctoral conference in Ljubljana.

2021: Author of the article "Analysis of the Croatian Normative Framework and Practice Regarding Pre-trial Detention in Psychiatric Institutions", published in Novi informator.

2020: Author of the article "The New Patent Act – A Review of Recent Amendments", published in Novi informator.

2014: Co-author of the academic paper "Income of Natural Persons Generated in Virtual Worlds and the Theoretical Framework of Income Taxation", published in the Collection of Co-authored Papers.

2026: Speaker at the Unlock Rab and Expo Gamers Opatija conferences. 2025: Speaker at the Unlock Rijeka conference. 2024: Author of the article "New Regulations on Exercising the Right to Use Musical Performances on the Internet", published in ... Show more

Andrew Hess is a Senior Solution Architect on Microsoft's Copilot Acceleration Team (CAT). Andrew helps organizations get real results from the Power Platform, Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Microsoft AI. A national award winner in Power Apps and an accomplished application developer, Andrew also shares his expertise as a YouTuber, helping the community grow through practical guidance and real-world innovation.

Andrew Hess is a Senior Solution Architect on Microsoft's Copilot Acceleration Team (CAT). Andrew helps organizations get real results from the Power Platform, Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Microsoft AI. A national award winner in Power Apps and an ac... Show more

Otobong Samuel is a storyteller and writer with a background in Computer Engineering. He blends creativity with clarity, making complex tech ideas simple and relatable. Through his narratives, he shows how technology isn’t just about tools, but about people, challenges, and the stories that shape our future.

Otobong Samuel is a storyteller and writer with a background in Computer Engineering. He blends creativity with clarity, making complex tech ideas simple and relatable. Through his narratives, he shows how technology isn’t just about tools, but about... Show more

Oliver Schöndorfer is a typography expert helping UX and design teams improve digital products through smarter type. He’s sharing fun, practical insights on Pimp my Type and in the popular Font Friday Newsletter.

Oliver Schöndorfer is a typography expert helping UX and design teams improve digital products through smarter type. He’s sharing fun, practical insights on Pimp my Type and in the popular Font Friday Newsletter. Show more

Prakhar Gandhi is a Lead AI Engineer at Tiger Analytics and a Google Developer Educator specializing in Jetpack Compose and Kotlin Multiplatform. A prolific builder with deep roots in modern mobile architecture and production AI systems, he bridges cutting-edge machine learning with scalable, cross-platform client applications. His work spans intelligent systems, hardware integrations using NFC tech, and early-stage product engineering with Heyum. Outside the terminal, Prakhar hosts The Broadcast Bros podcast, dissecting technology, product development, and engineering culture. He regularly shares practical, real-world patterns to help developers build fast, resilient, and intelligent cross-platform apps.

Prakhar Gandhi is a Lead AI Engineer at Tiger Analytics and a Google Developer Educator specializing in Jetpack Compose and Kotlin Multiplatform. A prolific builder with deep roots in modern mobile architecture and production AI systems, he bridges c... Show more

Morten Rand-Hendriksen is a technology educator, keynote speaker, and developer specializing in AI, bleeding edge web standards, tech- and design ethics, and the intersections between technology and humanity.

When Morten talks about technology, people listen (as evidenced by his 90,000 followers on LinkedIn and 150,000 followers on TikTok).

For more than 15 years, Morten has helped millions of people around the world empower themselves by helping them understand and use emerging technologies. If you work on or with the web, there's a good chance you've seen one of his online courses or viral videos, read his articles and tutorials, or attended one of his live presentations. In his work he uses his neurodivergent understanding of the world to translate complex technical concepts into practical knowledge people can apply in their work and lives.

Morten uses his background in philosophy, politics, and design to explore how technology shapes human experience, communication, communities, and power structures. He centres his work around helping people build a healthy disrespect for the sanctity of technology so they can develop the functionings and capabilities to do and be what they have reason to value, and the agency and autonomy to build their own futures in a rapidly changing technological landscape

Every keynote, conference talk, panel discussion, and workshop Morten delivers is filled to the brim with relatable stories, deep technical insight, and practical takeaways, giving audiences the tools they need to engage with technology on their own terms.

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Jim Grisanzio built FOSS communities at Oracle and Sun Microsystems. At Oracle he worked in Java Developer Relations, where he hosted the Duke’s Corner Java Podcast, published the Inside Java Newsletter, produced videos and photography, facilitated the Java User Group and Java Champions programs, and delivered community sessions at conferences. Earlier at Oracle in developer marketing he managed the Oracle Developers YouTube channel and social media platforms, and hosted the Oracle Groundbreakers Podcast. He interviewed hundreds of developers on Java, Linux, Oracle Database, MySQL, AI, and Open Source. Before Oracle, Jim managed FOSS projects in Solaris engineering at Sun Microsystems, served as OpenSolaris Community Manager, and led communications for Sun’s Open Source projects and senior executives. He created and ran user groups and handled developer outreach at events and across social media.

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Jason specializes in brand strategy, corporate identity systems, and brand architecture for organizations navigating growth and change. He helps companies clarify their structure, unify sub-brands, and build design systems that scale across teams, channels, and markets.

With decades of experience leading rebrands, product launches, and multi-channel campaigns, Jason brings a strategic yet creative approach to solving complex brand challenges. He has partnered with corporations, startups, and nonprofits alike, blending structure with personality to ensure brands are both organized and human.

A Louisville native, Jason has led award-winning projects recognized with Gold ADDYs, AIGA Louisville’s Best of Branding, and the organization’s only Visionary Award. He was also named one of Business First’s 20 People to Know in Advertising.

Jason’s talks explore branding as an essential business function that drives clarity, culture, and growth. He speaks on topics including brand architecture for growing companies, agile creative process, and how to align legacy with evolving markets.

He has presented at CreativeMornings, AIGA Louisville, AAF, and on panels covering branding, AI, and leadership.

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Jonny Selimović, a.k.a. his artist name, Jonny Music, is an Organ Cover Artist who has produced over 930 organ covers of popular tunes and soundtrack music and counting for over 10 years. For a long time, he's had a profound and long-lasting passion for music and its powerful effects on positively changing lives, including music/rhythm games like the Rock Band and Guitar Hero series. Bonus fact: He has two mascots representing his music artist brand: his ponysona, Silver Whistle, and his mouse fursona, Jonny Musemiš.

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Wesley Faulkner is a podcaster, public speaker, and advocate for social change. He has a background in technology, working for companies like AMD, Atlassian, Dell, IBM, and AWS. Wesley co-hosts two podcasts: Community Pulse, which explores the challenges and opportunities of community building in Developer Relations, and Radical Respect, which features conversations with Kim Scott on how to create more inclusive and equitable workplaces. Wesley is passionate about racial justice, workplace equity, and neurodiversity.

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Scott Turman is an American technologist, author, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of BrightRay Publishing, a company that provides writing and publishing services for industry leaders. He is the host of the podcast Entrepreneurs, Executives, & Eccentrics and his personal website can be found at scottturman.com.

Scott has authored or co-authored several books on business and technology, including Conversations That Convert: Why Your Company Needs a Podcast That Scales Your Brand and How to Build Your Brand with a Book.

Prior to founding BrightRay, Turman worked as a software engineer and technologist, designing cryptographic systems for organizations including NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, and Disney. He is based in Orlando, Florida.

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Amit Grinvald is a keynote speaker, moderator, and communication strategist who works with leaders and experts across corporate, startup, and investor environments to communicate complex ideas with clarity and conviction in high-stakes situations.

Over the past decade, he has worked with everyone from Fortune 500 executives and award-winning founders to Olympic medalists and aerospace engineers. His clients include leaders from organisations such as Microsoft, NVIDIA, Deloitte, Capgemini, Red Hat, Rolls-Royce, and Johnson & Johnson.

His work in the venture ecosystem spans both founder and investor perspectives. He is a mentor with Google for Startups and the Startup World Cup, and has supported companies through €60M+ fundraising rounds.

Amit regularly hosts and leads conversations at international conferences, including TED, SXSW London, and South Summit. He is also the founder and long-time lead organiser of TEDxUNYP, one of Europe's most recognised TEDx events, with multiple TED Editor's Picks and several talks ranked among the global Top 100.

His sessions are practical, interactive, and built for the room in front of him, whether that room is full of engineers, executives, or first-time speakers. Attendees leave with tools they can use in their very next meeting, pitch, or presentation.

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Katherine Druckman is a senior technologist, speaker, and longtime advocate for open ecosystems. Currently Head of Community and Partnership Engagement at JetBrains, she specializes in developer experience, combining software ecosystem strategy, content strategy, and community building, grounded in a foundation of hands-on software engineering experience and proven leadership. She is a long-time open source advocate, developer, and podcaster, and is currently the host of the Reality2.0 podcast.

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Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B accessibility strategy consultant, published author, and international speaker. She advises businesses on identifying and closing gaps between formal compliance and the actual customer experiences of the estimated 1.85 billion disabled people worldwide — a substantial and frequently underserved market. Her work addresses digital platforms, customer service, communications, media, and events.

With more than 25 years of experience in design, technology, and accessibility, Sveta combines professional expertise with lived experience as a deaf person. Her work examines how decisions made by leadership, customer experience, marketing, design, technology, content, and frontline teams can either create or remove barriers.

Sveta is the author of Sound Is Not Enough and the founder of Audio Accessibility. Her book and TEDx talk examine the business value of high-quality captioning and communication access. She holds an MS in Internet Technology and has presented internationally since 2007.

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Arjun Sharda is the 15-year-old Executive Director of TLEEM (Arabic: تعليم), Texas's largest K-12 networking nonprofit with over 4,000 K-12 and college student members from 11 countries through 37 clubs. Aside from TLEEM, he's been programming for over seven years and has written for outlets such as the Washington Post and the Austin-American Statesman. He has received recognition from Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas State Board of Education.

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I help companies build repeatable Developer Relations programs that consistently drive measurable user acquisition, product adoption and tie to business outcomes.

Kevin Blanco is a Senior Developer Advocate and growth strategist with over 16 years in tech leadership. Distinguished as one of the leaders who deeply understand advanced technical concepts, PLG, GTM, and Enterprise + Partner Strategies. Kevin understand how developer adoption compounds into B2B & B2D pipelines and structure programs to capture that value.

Kevin has established himself as the go-to keynote speaker for developer conferences worldwide, having delivered 60+ impactful presentations at premier events including Google Cloud Next, DevRelCon, DrupalCon, All Things Open AI, and multiple developer conferences across North America and LATAM. Known for his ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights, he connects deeply with technical audiences through engaging storytelling and practical frameworks. His presentations consistently drive measurable increases in product adoption and community engagement, making him a sought-after voice for events focused on developer relations, AI integration, and product-led growth strategies.

From shaping AI strategies at IBM Watson to building scalable cloud solutions for Google, Microsoft, and Nintendo, Kevin has a proven record of driving innovation and delivering measurable results. His rare combination of technical knowledge, storytelling expertise, and data-driven growth strategies enables him to craft video content that not only educates but also accelerates user acquisition and product adoption.

As a Google Developer Expert and Google for Startups Mentor, he advises Seed to Series A AI-focused startups on product strategy, sustainable scaling, and leveraging Google's ecosystem of resources and networks.
As a Google Certified Educator and Trainer and Certified Blackmagic Trainer for DaVinci Resolve, Kevin demonstrates exceptional teaching capabilities across both technical education and professional video production.

Speaker at Featured Events:

- Google I/O
- Google Cloud Next
- DevRelCon
- DrupalCon
- All Things Open AI
- Nerdearla
- KubeCon
- DevRelX Summit
- Techstars Founder Catalyst
- Google DevFest Montreal
- Google DevFest Calgary
- Google DevFest New York

Certifications and Recognitions:
- Google Developer Expert
- Google Innovator
- Google Champion
- Google Certified Educator/Trainer
- Google Certified Cloud Architect
- Blackmagic Design Certified Trainer
- Davinci Resolve Certified Editor
- Davinci Resolve Certified Colorist

I help companies build repeatable Developer Relations programs that consistently drive measurable user acquisition, product adoption and tie to business outcomes. Kevin Blanco is a Senior Developer Advocate and growth strategist with over 16 year... Show more

Dushyant Kanungo is a UX leader, author, and public speaker based in Indore, India, with over 20 years of experience in digital product design, UX strategy, and user-centered innovation across web and enterprise platforms.

As Director of UX at Galaxy UX Studio / Galaxy Weblinks, he leads UX strategy, research, and design delivery for global, cross-domain products and services. He is the author of "UX Decoded" and host of the UX Banter podcast. Dushyant is an active mentor on ADPList, recognized as a Top 1% Mentor in Design (February 2025), and has delivered 100+ mentorship sessions to designers worldwide.

His speaking engagements span UX India, AI for Developing Nations Forum, IIM Indore, and international conferences, focusing on topics including high-stakes UX, AI ethics, inclusive design, and enterprise UX strategy.

Book
UX Decoded: Think and Implement User-Centered Research Methodologies, and Expert-Led UX Best Practices
Published on Amazon (Kindle & Print editions)
https://www.amazon.com/Decoded-Implement-User-Centered-Methodologies-Expert-Led-ebook/dp/B09YNRJBWP

A practical guide for UX professionals focusing on user-centered research methodologies, identifying user pain points, overcoming biases, and implementing industry-accepted approaches to product thinking and user-centric design.

Conference Talks & Presentations

How To End The World With Bad UX
UX India 2024, Bengaluru (TED-like breakout session)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_ISCqY84mI
Exploring how poor UX in critical systems can have catastrophic real-world impact, with examples from AI and enterprise software.

The Future of UX: Voice Commands, AI, Smart Cars, and Inclusive Design
Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSExx7miH9c&t=8s
This talk ponders upon what the future might hold for user experience designers and people using new technologies. Voice commands to AI, Smart cars, and Inclusive design. There are so many opportunities that we can learn and grow with.

Information Architecture: Strategy & Selling IA
Conference presentation
https://youtu.be/B3v--B7xyxU?si=EiVWAlBiAJx6VY1o
A presentation on Information Architecture deliverables and strategy for selling IA to stakeholders.
Slides: http://www.slideshare.net/dushyantmk/information-architecture-deliverables

How UX Design Matters: Common-Sense-Driven Design Can Save Your Life (and Money)**
IIM Indore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtywioFf0HU&t=35s
An example-based take on why common-sense-driven design is more likely to save your life (and money).

HCI Presentation Excerpt
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bs-EK0Jj1Y&t=90s
An HCI presentation excerpt.

Reshaping UX with AI-Infused Design Systems
Gitex Series 2023, Dubai
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_tdxW9Dpig
Interview discussing AI, design systems, and scaling UX for large organizations.

Dictating Terms – UX for AI & UX by AI**
Conference talk focusing on AI, UX for AI products, and AI's impact on UX practice.

AI, Equity, and Inclusion Panel
AI for Developing Nations (AIFOD) Vienna Summit 2025 at the United Nations
Panel discussion about AI in developing nations and technology transfer.

Podcast & Media Appearances

UX Banter (Host & Creator)
Ongoing UX podcast series
https://www.youtube.com/@uxbanter/videos
Sharing perspectives on UX careers, usability, design culture, and interviewing industry guests. Featured episode includes Neal Foard on authenticity in branding.

The UX Growth Podcast – Season 2, Episode 6
https://www.theuxgrowth.com/episodes/dushyant
A conversation on how UX careers actually grow in the real world: why 'common-sense' UX beats rigid checklists, how to keep learning, and what makes portfolios and case studies feel genuine.

Design Critique: Products for People Podcast
Episode: "Interview: Dushyant Kanungo on Enterprise UX"
Discussing enterprise UX, employee experience, and his book "UX Decoded."

Interviews & Features

The Inside Scoop — Dushyant Kanungo
ADPList (Amazing Together, Medium) – March 1, 2022
https://medium.com/amazing-together/the-inside-scoop-dushyant-kanungo-11e16a2fa454
Profile-style interview covering his journey as a UX evangelist, his role at Galaxy Weblinks/Galaxy UX Studio, mentoring on ADPList, teaching UX, and his approach to scaling and leading a 55-person design team.

“Moving Beyond Data Fairness"
AI for Developing Nations Forum (AIFOD) – October 2025
https://af.net/news/moving-beyond-data-fairness/
Quoted and profiled proposing "energy-style" data fairness ratings for AI systems, transparency in geographic and demographic bias, and certification frameworks starting with advisory AI before critical healthcare systems. Emphasizes employment impact as a certification dimension and urgency for Generation Alpha/Beta native AI users.

Published Articles

Medium (Galaxy UX Studio)
https://medium.com/@kanungo.dushyant2412

Awards & Recognition

ADPList Top 1% Mentor in Design – February 2025
https://adplist.org/community-certifications/top1percent-feb-2025-design-e7122b
Recognized as one of the top 1% mentors in Design expertise on ADPList, acknowledged for inspiring mentees and democratizing mentorship.

ADPList 100 Mentorship Sessions Achievement
https://adplist.org/certifications/253144
Awarded for completing 100 mentorship sessions as Director UX at Galaxy UX Studio.

Speaking Topics

- High-stakes UX and the real-world consequences of bad design
- AI ethics, fairness, and UX for AI products
- Enterprise UX and employee experience design
- Information architecture strategy and stakeholder communication
- Inclusive design and designing for emerging technologies
- Design leadership, DesignOps, and scaling design teams
- The future of UX: voice interfaces, smart systems, and accessibility

Current Role

Director of UX
Galaxy UX Studio / Galaxy Weblinks, Indore, India

Leading UX strategy, research, and design delivery for global, cross-domain products and services. Responsible for advocating evidence-based, accessible, and ethical UX practices within product teams and client organizations.

Previous Experience

- Former Head of UX / Senior Business Analyst at Rakuten Symphony (InnoEye)
- UX and business analysis work for enterprise clients including Santander UK
- 20+ years of experience in digital product design and UX strategy

#Contact & Links

Medium: https://medium.com/@kanungo.dushyant2412
UX Banter (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@uxbanter
ADPList Profile: https://adplist.org (search "Dushyant Kanungo")
Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Decoded-Implement-User-Centered-Methodologies-Expert-Led-ebook/dp/B09YNRJBWP

Location: Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Available for: Conference speaking, panel discussions, workshops, podcast interviews, mentoring programs

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He started out in the early days of the internet, moved from a late-80s designer background to digital media production in the 90s, and then shifted his focus to large-scale platforms and integration problems - from corporate environments such as T-Systems and Deutsche Telekom to long-running open source projects such as TYPO3, maintained in the open.

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Known as a pioneer in the Microsoft partner community, Jon leads go-to-market strategy at Marketeery across fractional CMO engagements and content-driven campaigns, with a sharp, performance-obsessed approach to improving traffic, engagement, and opportunities. He’s also a frequent conference and webinar speaker, regularly presenting at Directions North America, Community Summit, and Dynamics user groups and local chapters.

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Michael Hidalgo has spent more than 25 years leading, building, and speaking. He has spoken to over 50,000 people, from intimate C-suite retreats to audiences of 2,500+.

He is a GiANT-certified 5 Voices Guide and award-winning author of two books. Michael has led fast-growing organizations and served as an advisor to the Denver Mayor's office and the Colorado Governor. His film school and screenwriting background means his keynotes aren't talks, they are experiences.

His past clients include Alvarez & Marsal, Canes Midstream, ATD, InTempo Software, along with corporate leadership teams across multiple industries.

Michael Hidalgo has spent more than 25 years leading, building, and speaking. He has spoken to over 50,000 people, from intimate C-suite retreats to audiences of 2,500+. He is a GiANT-certified 5 Voices Guide and award-winning author of two books... Show more

I am a senior PR and marketing leader with nearly two decades of experience helping businesses find their voice, raise their profile and connect with the people who matter most.

Having worked across Canada and the UK, I bring an international perspective, a deep understanding of the media landscape and a strong ability to spot opportunities others may overlook. I am highly knowledgeable, resourceful and practical, with a talent for turning complex communications challenges into clear, achievable strategies.

I believe every business has a story worth telling, but knowing how, when and where to tell it makes all the difference. Through my work, I help ambitious founders, leaders and brands build credibility, secure meaningful media coverage and turn strong ideas into genuine influence and commercial growth.

My experience spans a broad range of sectors, with a particular interest in design, architecture, property, lifestyle, creative businesses and luxury brands. I understand how to communicate ideas, expertise and distinctive points of view in ways that capture attention, build trust and create opportunities — whether the goal is greater brand awareness, stronger positioning, thought leadership or commercial growth.

My expertise spans public relations, brand strategy, media relations, thought leadership, crisis communications, business development and strategic partnerships. I have led campaigns that have achieved national and international coverage, strengthened reputations and created valuable opportunities for the businesses and individuals behind them.

As a speaker, I combine strategic insight with warmth, energy and plenty of personality. My style is encouraging, engaging and refreshingly practical, giving audiences useful ideas they can act on straight away. Whether I am speaking about PR, personal branding, media opportunities, reputation or business visibility, I bring clarity, creativity and infectious enthusiasm to the room.

I am passionate about helping people recognise the value of their own experience, communicate with confidence and become better known for the work they do.

I am a senior PR and marketing leader with nearly two decades of experience helping businesses find their voice, raise their profile and connect with the people who matter most. Having worked across Canada and the UK, I bring an international pers... Show more

Staff Engineer at AXA France, specialized in front-end development, I aim to solve problems before they even arise!
Passionate about new technologies and debate, I host the podcast "C'est Pas Le Sujet" ("That’s Not the Point").
I constantly try to share my knowledge and challenge it by speaking at numerous events (keynotes, conferences, meetups, etc.) and teaching in several engineering schools.

Staff Engineer at AXA France, specialized in front-end development, I aim to solve problems before they even arise! Passionate about new technologies and debate, I host the podcast "C'est Pas Le Sujet" ("That’s Not the Point"). I constantly try to ... Show more