Dan Tudor is the Founder and President of Tudor Collegiate Strategies (TCS), a nationally respected athletic recruiting advisory firm that specializes in training college admissions and coaching staffs to communicate and recruit their prospects more effectively. Since 2005, Tudor has been called “America’s recruiting coordinator” thanks to his company’s cutting-edge strategies, research and advice to the college coaching community.

TCS publishes the popular Monday Morning Admissions newsletter and podcast, as well as the College Recruiting Weekly newsletter and podcast the country every week, boasting over 50,000 readers and listeners. Dan and his team speak regularly at college coach and admissions conventions around the country.

Dan Tudor is based in North Carolina, and can be reached by email at dan@dantudor.com.

Dan Tudor is the Founder and President of Tudor Collegiate Strategies (TCS), a nationally respected athletic recruiting advisory firm that specializes in training college admissions and coaching staffs to communicate and recruit their prospects more ... Show more

Engineer with over a decade of Frontend development experience, passionate about automation, accessibility, and scaling complex systems.

Working at Zattoo as a Principal Engineer, focusing on delivering frontend solutions across Web, React, and React Native for streaming media content.

Organizer of the React Berlin Meetup, actively contributing to the development community.

Engineer with over a decade of Frontend development experience, passionate about automation, accessibility, and scaling complex systems. Working at Zattoo as a Principal Engineer, focusing on delivering frontend solutions across Web, React, and Re... Show more

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a specialization in Instructional Design, and certifications in User Experience.

She is the CEO of Command Z Studio and the Command Z podcast, where she explores trends and challenges in design. Additionally, she produces other design-focused podcasts, including Design Tracks from Design Matters and If U Seek from the company Useberry. She is also the CTO and Co-Founder of Yestoday, an innovative software that blends creativity and functionality for entrepreneurs and creatives, ensuring that technology transforms ideas into tangible realities.

With over a decade of experience, Layshi has worked on international projects and has been a speaker at prestigious events such as Design Matters, South by Southwest, Interaction Foundation, and the 2020 Ibero-American Biennial, where she was a finalist. She has created educational materials used in more than 16 countries and has spoken at over 30 international conferences. Her commitment is to make every digital experience accessible and effective, changing the world one pixel at a time.

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a... Show more

Engin Eser is Co-Founder of Event Punks GmbH, a Creative Tech Studio that transforms business challenges into playable experiences. From gamified recruiting and immersive brand activations to game-based training and edutainment, built on platforms like Roblox, Fortnite, Minecraft, and the Web.

On the Microsoft side, Engin is a Microsoft MVP and Power Platform practitioner with a strong focus on Power Apps Code Apps, Copilot extensibility, and AI Agent development. He builds solutions that bridge the gap between low-code and pro-code and believes that great technology should feel less like a tool and more like an experience.

He speaks at international conferences about gamification, UX-driven app design, and the future of immersive digital experiences.

Engin Eser is Co-Founder of Event Punks GmbH, a Creative Tech Studio that transforms business challenges into playable experiences. From gamified recruiting and immersive brand activations to game-based training and edutainment, built on platforms li... Show more

Christopher Kemper is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel with 23 years of distinguished military service, a decorated combat leader, and a non-traditional problem solver who now helps businesses win on digital ground.

Chris began his career at the Virginia Military Institute, earning a B.A. in International Studies and Modern Languages. Over two decades of service, he held command and leadership roles at every level, including Deputy Commander of Camp Marmal Garrison Command in Afghanistan and Commander of the 1st Squadron, 108th Cavalry. His work in reconnaissance, intelligence, and operational strategy sharpened his analytical mindset and built his reputation for solving complex challenges by viewing them through an unconventional lens.

After retiring from the Army, Chris transitioned into civilian business leadership, managing global software development teams and leading multi-million dollar government contracts. This blend of military precision and civilian innovation laid the groundwork for co-founding EMILY Revolutionary Marketing Group®, where he now leads strategic growth for clients across industries.

At EMILY, Chris merges his strengths in analytics, systems thinking, and team leadership with cutting-edge digital marketing — offering SEO-first, AI-integrated strategies that help businesses grow their online visibility, attract qualified leads, and scale effectively. EMILY’s clients include national franchises, local nonprofits, manufacturers, and fast-growing service brands seeking a competitive edge.

Chris holds an MBA from Brenau University and a Graduate Certificate in Financial Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus. His certifications include Google Digital Marketing, Google Generative AI Leader, SERanking, Google Search & Display Ads, Surfer AI Search and Meta Marketing Analytics.

A proud father, husband, and dog dad, Chris lives in Newberry, South Carolina with his wife Molly and daughters Ellis and Madeline. Whether deploying troops or building brands, he leads with clarity, data, and purpose.

Christopher Kemper is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel with 23 years of distinguished military service, a decorated combat leader, and a non-traditional problem solver who now helps businesses win on digital ground. Chris began his career at... Show more

Anuradha Tibile is a powerhouse of creativity and passion, with a voice that can captivate any audience. She has not just mastered the art of storytelling with a degree in Journalism & Mass Communication, but has also been an amazing keynote speaker at various GDG events.

She's a skilled orator who has held audiences spellbound with her speeches, and her knack for crafting visually compelling communication materials shines through in everything she does.

Anuradha is a true changemaker, driven by a desire to use her skills to make a positive impact on the world. Whether it's through her oratory, her leadership, or her creative communication skills, she's constantly pushing boundaries and inspiring others.

Sparked by a passion for technology, she embarked on her professional journey by joining Google Women Techmakers on April 24, 2023. Since then, she has blossomed within the industry, actively contributing to the prestigious Tensor Flow group & Google Developer Groups.

Anuradha Tibile is a powerhouse of creativity and passion, with a voice that can captivate any audience. She has not just mastered the art of storytelling with a degree in Journalism & Mass Communication, but has also been an amazing keynote speaker ... Show more

Riz Vazir has a deep background in tech and healthcare consulting, most recently as Director of Business Strategy at Microsoft. He founded Scroll By Choice to address a health crisis caused as collateral damage from the unrestricted monetization of human attention using sophisticated technology. His mission is to equip kids & adults to thrive with technology. Without this, employers face diminished human capital, schools will see declining academic performance, and society will experience increased loneliness. Riz is a certified change management professional with an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management.

Riz Vazir has a deep background in tech and healthcare consulting, most recently as Director of Business Strategy at Microsoft. He founded Scroll By Choice to address a health crisis caused as collateral damage from the unrestricted monetization of h... Show more

Rahul Bhattacharya is a design educator, writer and curator working across visual culture, pedagogy, and technology. His practice spans design, writing, and curation, with a sustained engagement in art history, semiotics, and the politics of form. He writes across academic research, editorial platforms, and long-form reflections on visual culture, performance, and emerging technologies, while his curatorial work extends into public space through exhibitions, workshops, and performance platforms. He is a co-founder of the Kolkata International Performance Art Festival and Nine Schools of Art, both grounded in collective learning and co-creation.

As Assistant Dean, Communication Design, at UID Gandhinagar, he leads curriculum design and academic strategy, building transdisciplinary frameworks that connect design, culture, and critical thinking. His work with AI through dotai develops systems that act as analytical and ethical companions, foregrounding interpretation, memory, and cultural specificity. Through teaching, tool-building, and collaborative labs, his practice focuses on how designers think, decide, and work within evolving technological conditions

Rahul Bhattacharya is a design educator, writer and curator working across visual culture, pedagogy, and technology. His practice spans design, writing, and curation, with a sustained engagement in art history, semiotics, and the politics of form. He... Show more

Anastasiia Shabalina is an Executive Communication & Pitch Advisor and the founder of makemeHEARD, a high-stakes advisory firm.

Anastasiia has coached TEDx speakers and worked with Forbes 30 Under 30 founders. She specializes in pitches and keynotes, having coached more than 200 leaders and reviewed over 2,000 minutes of stage performance.

Her “From Nervous to Natural in 6 Weeks” accelerator has helped 95% of participants increase their confidence and deliver ideas with greater clarity and impact.

Anastasiia Shabalina is an Executive Communication & Pitch Advisor and the founder of makemeHEARD, a high-stakes advisory firm. Anastasiia has coached TEDx speakers and worked with Forbes 30 Under 30 founders. She specializes in pitches and keynot... Show more

Andrew Schiffman, Head of Artist Relations at LGND Music, an NFT music platform. He was previously the Vice President of Business Development at YellowHeart, a NFT Ticketing and Marketplace platform and Music partnership Ambassador at Rally.io.
He has over 20 years in the music industry working at various global companies like MTV, VEVO and UMG. His passion for music and tech allowed Andrew to become a master programming strategist and curator across platforms from broadcast to digital. He has worked on many groundbreaking campaigns, events, series and album releases from the MTV Video Music Awards, MTV2 120 Minutes and artists like Muse, Linkin Park, J. Cole and The Black Keys.

Andrew Schiffman, Head of Artist Relations at LGND Music, an NFT music platform. He was previously the Vice President of Business Development at YellowHeart, a NFT Ticketing and Marketplace platform and Music partnership Ambassador at Rally.io. He ... Show more

Lead UX/Digital Product Designer with over 20 years of experience and certification in design strategy. My career spans major tech hubs, including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and London, where I've delivered impactful digital solutions across diverse industries.

Beyond client work, I'm committed to advancing the design community through thought leadership and mentorship. I regularly publish insights on UX and product design, speak at industry conferences and events, and mentor emerging designers. My work has built an engaged audience of 10,000+ followers across Medium, LinkedIn, and X.

Lead UX/Digital Product Designer with over 20 years of experience and certification in design strategy. My career spans major tech hubs, including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and London, where I've delivered impactful digital solutions acro... Show more

As a leading brand builder and speaker on experience, content, and audience engagement. Baron's work has contributed to the marketing success of many leading brands, including Royal Bank of Canada.CA, Visa, Conagra, Ontario Tourism, Unilever, TD Bank, and other brand leaders. Baron continues to lead his team of marketing and brand experience designers at the firm he founded in 2016, Per Se Brand Experience (PSBX).

Baron was part of Ontario Tourism's 2003/2004 SARS Recovery Program. In 2006, he was awarded the key to the City of Niagara Falls for Tourism Promotion and Innovation in the region. In 2025, he co-authored the best-selling business book, The Ripple Effect, a book featuring business networking stories across professional categories.
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In 2026, Baron was named a Catalyst Member at the Stanford Center on Longevity. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Marketing at Seneca Polytechnic in Toronto, and Baron holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Since 2020, Baron has split his time between Toronto, Canada and Naples, Florida.

As a leading brand builder and speaker on experience, content, and audience engagement. Baron's work has contributed to the marketing success of many leading brands, including Royal Bank of Canada.CA, Visa, Conagra, Ontario Tourism, Unilever, TD Bank... Show more

Lauren Mucciolo has produced and/or directed more than a dozen documentaries for PBS Frontline -- many as international co-productions with the BBC’s Storyville, Panorama and Current Affairs programs, and Channel 4 in the UK. Her most recent films for Frontline are the Emmy-nominated documentaries "Born Poor" and "Alaska's Vanishing Native Villages," both released in 2025.

A seven-time News & Documentary Emmy nominee and two-time Grierson nominee, Lauren has won two RFK Journalism Awards, one Online Journalism Award, a Best Director Award from the Royal Television Society, a SXSW Film Festival Jury Prize, among many other honors for her films. She came to the Cronkite School in 2019 from Brooklyn, New York to help launch the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism as its inaugural executive producer. During her tenure, national multimedia investigations from the Howard Center have been published in top national news outlets like PBS NewsHour and The Associated Press, and recognized with dozens of awards. She was an editor on the Howard Center's collaboration with The AP, PBS Frontline and the University of Maryland on the multi-platform "Lethal Restraint," a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize in investigative reporting and a Murrow Award winner.

Lauren Mucciolo has produced and/or directed more than a dozen documentaries for PBS Frontline -- many as international co-productions with the BBC’s Storyville, Panorama and Current Affairs programs, and Channel 4 in the UK. Her most recent films fo... Show more

Tearyne Almendariz is the founder and principal consultant at NLBC Works, LLC, a strategy and implementation firm focused on web accessibility, digital event production, and equity-centered practices. With over a decade of experience in digital communications and content operations, Tearyne specializes in designing inclusive digital experiences that prioritize usability, belonging, and access.

As Co-Lead of the Drupal Diversity & Inclusion (DDI) initiative, Tearyne works to improve representation and foster safer, more inclusive environments within the open source community. She also serves as Vice President of the Midwest Open Source Alliance (MOSA), supporting regional efforts to broaden participation in open source through mentorship, education, and community-led governance.

At the intersection of tech and equity, Tearyne brings deep expertise in event management, leading digital conferences, hybrid gatherings, and live streams that reflect diverse voices and accessible design standards. Her background in instructional design and program strategy enables her to guide teams through thoughtful, impact-driven delivery across platforms and audiences.

Tearyne Almendariz is the founder and principal consultant at NLBC Works, LLC, a strategy and implementation firm focused on web accessibility, digital event production, and equity-centered practices. With over a decade of experience in digital commu... Show more

Ana Sarmiento is a senior media executive and an expert in navigating the complexities of the post-AI media landscape. Her focus extends beyond content creation to the critical mechanics of performance: using AI to unlock deeper audience insights and solving the real-world challenges facing modern media companies. From combating the traffic implications of liquid content to standing out in increasingly saturated creator marketplaces, Ana provides real world data-backed tactics. She draws on her deep experience in revenue operations to help organizations identify hidden costs and implement the emerging business models required to thrive in a synthetic media world.

She is the Director of AI Revenue at Advance Local and has an extensive background at industry giants including Disney, Paramount, and HBO. She has an EMBA from UCLA Anderson and a BBA from The University of Georgia. She brings a rare trifecta to the stage: creative media intuition, technical product rigor, and the high-stakes financial strategy of management consulting. Ana provides an action-oriented blueprint for turning Generative AI innovation into commercial success.

Ana Sarmiento is a senior media executive and an expert in navigating the complexities of the post-AI media landscape. Her focus extends beyond content creation to the critical mechanics of performance: using AI to unlock deeper audience insights and... Show more

Elliott is the CEO of Current, a full-stack digital agency that builds, optimizes, and markets digital products in a continuous cycle — ensuring the work never stops performing after launch.

Since joining Mediacurrent in 2021, Elliott has moved quickly through the organization — from Creative Strategy Director to Head of Product to CEO — before building Current through the strategic combination of Mediacurrent and Rhythm. That journey reflects a through-line he's carried across his career: the belief that great digital products and smart marketing shouldn't live in separate worlds.

It's a conviction he's put into practice across education, financial services, and media and entertainment — and one he developed long before Current. At EY Design Studio and Doberman NY, Elliott's work ranged from reimagining the grocery store of the future for the world's largest retailer, to building an accessible technology ecosystem for a New York City arts institution, to crafting an award-winning digital platform for a national fast-casual brand. Different problems, same instinct: making complex systems feel invisible for the people who use them.

Elliott is the CEO of Current, a full-stack digital agency that builds, optimizes, and markets digital products in a continuous cycle — ensuring the work never stops performing after launch. Since joining Mediacurrent in 2021, Elliott has moved qu... Show more

My goal is to help people develop media literacy in an environment where culture is accelerating faster than most people can interpret.

My work focuses on the systems underneath contemporary digital life: how memes encode cultural behavior, how algorithms reorganize attention, how advertising collapses spatial boundaries, and how the underlying protocols of media shape what we believe, share, and understand.

I’m a digital culture analyst and media theorist and I’ve spent my life moving through every major shift in digital culture. I began on a Commodore Vic20 writing BASIC programs on loose-leaf paper. I discovered the early web through Netscape in art school, studying Intermedia when digital experimentation was still a fringe idea. I worked through the rise of social platforms, the marketing era of Web2, the speculative creativity of Web3 and I’ve now arrived in the AI era as an educator and media theorist trying to explain what all of this means.

My work explains the systems behind contemporary digital life: meme dynamics, protocol aesthetics, algorithmic influence and the collapse of traditional media logic. Rather than focusing on tools, I work to uncover the deeper structures that shape how people think, communicate and create.

I’ve spent my life moving through every major shift in digital culture. I began on a Commodore Vic20 writing BASIC programs on loose-leaf paper. I discovered the early web through Netscape in art school, studying Intermedia when digital experimentation was still a fringe idea. I worked through the rise of social platforms, the marketing era of Web2, the speculative creativity of Web3, and I’ve now arrived in the AI era as an educator and media theorist trying to explain what all of this means.

I’m not teaching people how to use tools. I’m trying to map the deeper structures.

I believe in what I’m talking about because I’ve been there to see it form:

A student in Web1.
A practitioner in Web2.
An educator in Web3.
A theorist in the AI era.

Everything I publish - talks, videos, essays, posts and digital projects is an attempt to make digital culture legible.

My goal is to help people develop media literacy in an environment where culture is accelerating faster than most people can interpret. My work focuses on the systems underneath contemporary digital life: how memes encode cultural behavior, how al... Show more

Marcia is a Principal Developer Advocate at AWS with over 20 years of experience building and scaling software. She specializes in Serverless, cloud architecture, and AI agents — and is known for making complex technical concepts approachable and practical.

She is also the founder of Desplegando.cloud, a YouTube channel, newsletter, and community focused on AWS Serverless in Spanish, where she helps thousands of developers across Latin America and Spain build real projects in the cloud.

Marcia is a Principal Developer Advocate at AWS with over 20 years of experience building and scaling software. She specializes in Serverless, cloud architecture, and AI agents — and is known for making complex technical concepts approachable and pra... Show more

Jo Hasenau is an open source veteran who has been building, maintaining, and scaling community-driven software ecosystems for more than two decades.

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.

He is known for shipping pragmatic tools and growing communities, as a maintainer of widely used extensions, a trainer and coach, a speaker at conferences, developer days, and camps, and an organizer of formats such as the User Experience Week. He has also contributed through publications, including the O’Reilly TYPO3 Cookbook.

After serving as CTO at InnoCoding, he now works at the next layer beyond websites as a Big Picture Brainiac at Cybercraft, focusing on AI-enabled content infrastructure, interoperability, and digital sovereignty.

Jo Hasenau is an open source veteran who has been building, maintaining, and scaling community-driven software ecosystems for more than two decades. He started out in the early days of the internet, moved from a late-80s designer background to dig... Show more

Daniel Stanica is a Romanian SEO, AI Visibility, and digital assets advisor. As the founder of Competico, he helps digital businesses adapt to AI-driven search by building frameworks that define what it means for brands to be discoverable in the LLM era. With 15+ years in the WordPress, hosting, and affiliate ecosystems, he's a recurring presence at CloudFest, Domain Days Dubai, and WordCamp Europe.

Daniel Stanica is a Romanian SEO, AI Visibility, and digital assets advisor. As the founder of Competico, he helps digital businesses adapt to AI-driven search by building frameworks that define what it means for brands to be discoverable in the LLM ... Show more

Kerem Demirayak is an award-winning creative producer specializing in immersive technologies, spatial computing, and AI-driven media experiences. He leads next-generation interactive media production at FIELD.IO, merging artistic vision with technical expertise in XR, generative design, and real-time systems.

With a proven track record of scaling emerging tech solutions for Fortune 500 brands and cultural institutions, Kerem has brought innovative experiences to life for IBM, BMW, Nike, and more. His work bridges the gap between concept and delivery, transforming immersive and interactive ideas into engaging, real-world experiences. He is also exploring investment opportunities in creative AI and immersive tech infrastructure.

Kerem Demirayak is an award-winning creative producer specializing in immersive technologies, spatial computing, and AI-driven media experiences. He leads next-generation interactive media production at FIELD.IO, merging artistic vision with technica... Show more

David Lohner is an educationalist and learning experience designer with many years of experience in media education at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). His affiliations include the National Institute for Science Communication (NaWik), the German Association of Academic and Educational Developers (dghd) and the [[notizlab]].
A key focus for him is the promotion of individual skills development. In his work, he combines sociocultural, pedagogical and technical perspectives to design effective and sustainable teaching and learning processes in the digital age. In addition, he conducts research on topics relating to digital higher education, the design of learning and knowledge processes, and concepts of digital note-taking and personal knowledge management.

David Lohner is an educationalist and learning experience designer with many years of experience in media education at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). His affiliations include the National Institute for Science Communication (NaWik), the... Show more

a Senior Developer Relations Engineer at Google, focused on advancing the core Android camera and media ecosystem. With over a decade of experience across the full tech stack, he currently partners with engineering teams at Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat to implement high-end media capabilities and HDR technologies. Throughout his career at both startups and tech giants, Mozart has contributed to products used by millions, including Lyft, Plex, and Google Chrome. He is a Dolby Vision and Atmos Certified professional with deep technical expertise in C++, Kotlin, and the JUCE framework.

a Senior Developer Relations Engineer at Google, focused on advancing the core Android camera and media ecosystem. With over a decade of experience across the full tech stack, he currently partners with engineering teams at Instagram, TikTok, and Sna... Show more

I'm Mithun A. Sridharan, an entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker on Strategy, Management Consulting and Digital Transformation. I'm a Forbes Technology Council Thought Leader and a Member of Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. As a strategy and technology executive, I advise senior leaders and corporations derive value from their strategic technology investment portfolios. I am a TEDx speaker and regularly share insights at industry conferences and corporate events. I have also contributed thought leadership to high-impact journals and magazines, such as the World Economic Forum, the American Banker, Wired, Bloomberg, etc. I hold an MBA from ESMT Berlin, a Master of Science from Christian Albrechts University of Kiel, both in Germany and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Madras, India.

I'm Mithun A. Sridharan, an entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker on Strategy, Management Consulting and Digital Transformation. I'm a Forbes Technology Council Thought Leader and a Member of Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. As a strategy... Show more

I bring a unique interdisciplinary perspective that blends forensic anthropology, cultural research, education, and storytelling into engaging, accessible conversations for modern audiences. My background spans scientific research, public education, conference presentations, and multimedia communication, allowing me to translate complex topics into meaningful and memorable experiences.

Through my work as the creator and host of Field Notes from the Dead, I explore the intersections of anthropology, human behavior, trauma, media, and culture in ways that connect academic research with real-world conversations. My presentations combine evidence-based research with approachable storytelling, creating programs that are informative, thought-provoking, and audience-centered.

Whether speaking to students, educators, community groups, writers, or interdisciplinary audiences, I aim to make people think differently about humanity, identity, fear, storytelling, and the ways we understand one another through science and culture.

I bring a unique interdisciplinary perspective that blends forensic anthropology, cultural research, education, and storytelling into engaging, accessible conversations for modern audiences. My background spans scientific research, public education, ... Show more

Dr. Sandesh Lamsal is a practising physician and public figure from Nepal. He helps audiences and organisations bridge medicine, digital influence, and social impact. He translates clinical knowledge into clear, actionable health education using real patient stories and both Nepali and global perspectives. This enables individuals and communities to make informed decisions on prevention, well-being, and daily resilience.

As a social media creator, philanthropist, and author, Dr. Lamsal delivers practical insights on digital wellness, youth empowerment, public health innovation, and community leadership. His talks and programmes connect health education with responsible online habits and measurable social action. They inspire individuals, NGOs, schools, and healthcare partners to collaborate and create lasting change.

Dr. Sandesh Lamsal is a practising physician and public figure from Nepal. He helps audiences and organisations bridge medicine, digital influence, and social impact. He translates clinical knowledge into clear, actionable health education using real... Show more

Alberto Lucas López is a Spanish-born journalist who, since 2016, has served as Senior Artist – New Narratives at National Geographic Magazine. In this role, he specializes in the development of innovative approaches to visual storytelling and graphic journalism. His individual work has been honored with more than 200 international awards from Webby, SPD, WAN-IFRA, IIBA, DJA Global Editors Network, SND and CaGIS, among other organizations. It is worth highlighting he has been awarded with the Best of Show Malofiej—that distinguishes the best infographic in the world published of the year—, two Human Rights Award Malofiej, the Best Map of the World Miguel Urabayen Award, and the Impressive Individual Award from Information Is Beautiful Awards. Occasionally, he serves as a jury in journalistic contests such as the Premio GABO, WAN-IFRA World Media Awards or the Society of Publishers in Asia Awards, and leads talks and workshops internationally on visual storytelling.

Prior to joining National Geographic, he was Graphics Director at Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Society for News Design and, in recent years, has devoted a significant portion of his time to doctoral research in Arts and Education. He also regularly delivers international lectures and leads workshops on visual storytelling.

Alberto Lucas López is a Spanish-born journalist who, since 2016, has served as Senior Artist – New Narratives at National Geographic Magazine. In this role, he specializes in the development of innovative approaches to visual storytelling and graphi... Show more

Born in Colombia and forged in the media hubs of Miami and Washington, D.C., I am a Senior Strategist operating at the intersection of cultural identity and global operations. For 12 years, I’ve built digital ecosystems for giants like Disney, NBCUniversal, and National Geographic. I was the mind behind the award-winning Nat Geo en Español YouTube channel—pioneering a strategy that earned a Gold Creator Award and surpassed 1 million subscribers in less than a year. From Executive Producing documentaries like Puerto Rico: Surviving María to co-founding the National Geographic Hispanic Employee Inclusion Group (EIG), my mission is to use technology as a megaphone for authentic representation. Currently, I am merging a decade of high-level strategy with AI certifications from NVIDIA and Google, ensuring that as the industry redesigns itself, inclusion is baked into the foundation, not added as a footnote.

Born in Colombia and forged in the media hubs of Miami and Washington, D.C., I am a Senior Strategist operating at the intersection of cultural identity and global operations. For 12 years, I’ve built digital ecosystems for giants like Disney, NBCUni... Show more

Angie is a multidisciplinary educator, director, and wellness innovator whose work brings together neuroscience, awareness, and the performing arts through Learning HOW to Age™. This curriculum-based program integrates research on brain health with experiential practices from acting, voice, and movement, offering engaging, skill-based approaches to lifelong vitality and presence.

She serves as administrator for the Expressive Avenues Wellness YouTube channel, where she shares lessons designed to support active, independent aging. Angie holds an MFA from the University of Louisville and brings decades of experience in education, performing, directing, and media production. Angie leads experiential breakout sessions at aging conferences like the National Council on Aging, sharing results from a two-year implementation of Learning HOW to Age™ with independent living adults averaging 81 years old. She will present “Learning HOW to Age™: An Experiential, Intergenerational Program—Skills for Every Generation” for the first time at the Mid-Atlantic Intergenerational Conference, expanding the curriculum into an actionable intergenerational model across the lifespan.

A survivor of a catastrophic car accident, Angie chronicles her journey through coma and back into consciousness in her memoir Emerging: From Coma to Presence. With honesty, humor, and candor, she reflects on what she encountered in that liminal space and later with a numinous bearded iris—offering a deeply human perspective on resilience, awareness, and what it means to truly be present.

Angie is a multidisciplinary educator, director, and wellness innovator whose work brings together neuroscience, awareness, and the performing arts through Learning HOW to Age™. This curriculum-based program integrates research on brain health with e... Show more

Ming Johanson works with businesses across the globe from training social media to managing (with her team) complex digital strategies that deliver tangible and desirable financial returns. She is dedicated to shaping the landscape for leaders to adapt their management, sales and marketing culture to fit into the modern day world of hyper-connectivity.

Recently recognised and awarded for her ongoing contribution to the technology industries in the 2019 Women In Technology Tech [+] 20 Awards. Ming is a passionate mental health Ambassador for R U OK? Day, a co-facilitator in Startup Weekend Perth and a regular Australian Media Commentator as a Tech Evangelist on a range of topics in Mental Health, Social Media & Technology. 

Ming Johanson works with businesses across the globe from training social media to managing (with her team) complex digital strategies that deliver tangible and desirable financial returns. She is dedicated to shaping the landscape for leaders to ada... Show more