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

Arsh is a Developer Evangelist and a Senior Software Engineer at ThoughtSpot, where he works at the intersection of embedded analytics, agentic AI, and natural-language-to-code systems through ThoughtSpot's SpotterCode. He builds and communicates technical content spanning LLM tooling, agent orchestration, and developer workflows to an engineering audience of 1.5M+ across YouTube, LinkedIn, X, and Instagram.

His engineering background began at Samsung R&D, where he worked as a firmware engineer on the 990 Pro NVMe SSD.

Arsh has covered and spoken at major industry events including NVIDIA GTC (Taipei and San Jose), COMPUTEX, KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India, and the Microsoft Research Cambridge "Discovered" tour, producing deep-dive technical content on topics ranging from GPU infrastructure to cloud-native systems.

He is a 5x TEDx speaker, a GenAI course instructor in partnership with Microsoft, and is currently writing a book on Agentic AI.

He regularly partners with companies like NVIDIA, Microsoft, AWS, Google, and Oracle to create technically grounded developer content.

Arsh is a Developer Evangelist and a Senior Software Engineer at ThoughtSpot, where he works at the intersection of embedded analytics, agentic AI, and natural-language-to-code systems through ThoughtSpot's SpotterCode. He builds and communicates tec... Show more

TEDx Speaker, Dave Delaney, is a communication expert, chief communication strategist, and CEO of Futureforth, a leadership communication firm based in Nashville, TN. He teaches leaders the Nice Method, emphasizing compassion, empathy, and inclusivity in communication strategy. Trusted by brands like Google, LinkedIn, and FedEx, he is an acclaimed keynote speaker and published author of "New Business Networking." Delaney is passionate about helping your group improve their communication skills through his presentations, build stronger professional relationships, and accomplish their goals. Bold, humble, and hilarious, you're in for a treat! 

”Dave blew me away (as well as the audience)... an amazing speaker.”- LinkedIn.
”If you have an opportunity to work together, it will be worth it.” - Google.
”The room was captivated by his brilliance...Dave is exceptional!” - Better Business Bureau.

Review testimonials, videos, and more at https://davedelaneyspeaks.com

TEDx Speaker, Dave Delaney, is a communication expert, chief communication strategist, and CEO of Futureforth, a leadership communication firm based in Nashville, TN. He teaches leaders the Nice Method, emphasizing compassion, empathy, and inclusivit... Show more

Mathias Bauer is Head of Department Media at jambit GmbH, where he also serves as Topic Owner for the company-wide integration of AI Assisted Software Development. He works at the intersection of software architecture, team leadership, and AI governance, driving the build-out of sovereign, cost-transparent AI infrastructure across the entire software development lifecycle. Previously, as software architect, project and team lead, and technical product owner, he led multi-year projects for major German media companies and grew one of them into the largest account in his division. One focus of his work is the question of how companies can retain control over costs and business-critical processes amid rapid AI adoption.

Mathias Bauer is Head of Department Media at jambit GmbH, where he also serves as Topic Owner for the company-wide integration of AI Assisted Software Development. He works at the intersection of software architecture, team leadership, and AI governa... Show more

I'm CMO at Ibou, where we're building a French search engine with our own crawler and our own index. No rented infrastructure, no Google under the hood. I get to watch, from the inside, what actually happens when you try to index the web yourself.

Before that, fifteen years in e-commerce: I cofounded Ocarat.com and ran its marketing from 2011 to 2026, taking it from zero to €20M and more than 500,000 organic visits a month. I've been on the web since 2002, long enough to have optimised sites for engines that no longer exist.

I speak about search, AI and the economics of online visibility : what changes for publishers when assistants answer instead of linking, what it really costs to build an index, and why the clickbait economy was a design choice rather than an accident.

Around forty talks since 2021, mostly in France. I don't do keynotes about the future of anything. I bring numbers, mistakes, and things I've
actually shipped.

I'm CMO at Ibou, where we're building a French search engine with our own crawler and our own index. No rented infrastructure, no Google under the hood. I get to watch, from the inside, what actually happens when you try to index the web yourself. ... Show more

James Mumo Wambua is a financial educator and the founder of Auctoritas Agency, which positions financial-sector leaders across East Africa.

He trained in actuarial science and spent his early career at KCB Bank Group, East Africa's largest bank by assets, working across microfinance and Sharia-compliant retail banking. He now publishes as @mumo_mumo_ to roughly 145,000 African professionals on YouTube and TikTok, covering crypto regulation, stablecoin adoption, and capital formation for African markets. He is a content partner with Binance.

Most of his work involves translating live regulatory change into practical guidance for the people it hits first: cross-border traders settling import invoices, small businesses holding savings in dollars, and retail investors navigating markets with no consumer protection layer. He covered Kenya's Virtual Asset Service Providers Act as it moved through Parliament and tracked how licensing changed user behavior on the ground.

Born in Kenya, based in Atlanta. He works across both markets.

James Mumo Wambua is a financial educator and the founder of Auctoritas Agency, which positions financial-sector leaders across East Africa. He trained in actuarial science and spent his early career at KCB Bank Group, East Africa's largest bank b... Show more

Keith Elliott is a technology executive with twenty-five years in software and three CTO roles, who still ships code. He authors GittieLabs AgentFlow, an MIT-licensed multi-agent orchestration framework on PyPI, and has an AI compliance platform running in production at an intelligence-community prime contractor. He publishes applied-AI research at gittielabs.com/research, hosts The Tech Journey podcast, and wrote Swift 3 New Features for Packt. He holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a BS in Computer Engineering from Georgia Tech.

Keith Elliott is a technology executive with twenty-five years in software and three CTO roles, who still ships code. He authors GittieLabs AgentFlow, an MIT-licensed multi-agent orchestration framework on PyPI, and has an AI compliance platform runn... Show more

Michelle is a multipassionate portfolio careerist who intentionally lives on cross-boundary intersections, bringing together innovation, creative expression, and human well-being. As an Innovation Designer and Human Well-Being Insight Designer, she explores how people live, work, and thrive, translating complex insights into meaningful everyday practices and solutions. Her work as a Vision-to-Experience Curator connects ideas to real-world impact, helping individuals and organizations bring purposeful concepts to life.

She has led workshops, trainings, and sessions focused on leveraging creativity and technology to drive innovative thinking, collaborating with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges. Committed to building bridges between different perspectives, she thrives on turning bold ideas into actionable strategies that yield meaningful, sustainable impact in both the short and long term. Her aim is always to bring people together in ways that spark self-discovery, creative expression, and personal liberation—ultimately empowering every individual to step fully into their potential.

Alongside these roles, Michelle is an author, artist, and podcaster, using storytelling and creative expression to explore themes of purpose, resilience, and modern innovative work. Her multidisciplinary path reflects a commitment to curiosity, integrity, and designing a life that aligns with her values, vision of success, and purpose.

With experience across multiple sectors and creative fields, Michelle brings a grounded, integrated perspective to conversations about wellness, innovation, and entrepreneurship, offering insights shaped by both lived experience and intentional design.

Michelle is a multipassionate portfolio careerist who intentionally lives on cross-boundary intersections, bringing together innovation, creative expression, and human well-being. As an Innovation Designer and Human Well-Being Insight Designer, she e... Show more

Giffari Naufal Arisma Putra, also known as Giffari Haris (born 2 July 2006 in Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara), is an Indonesian entrepreneur and executive from Lombok Island. He completed his secondary education at SMA Negeri 1 Mataram, majoring in Social Sciences. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management at Bina Nusantara University (BINUS University).

Giffari Naufal Arisma Putra, also known as Giffari Haris (born 2 July 2006 in Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara), is an Indonesian entrepreneur and executive from Lombok Island. He completed his secondary education at SMA Negeri 1 Mataram, majoring in Soci... Show more

Leslie Motta is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Unscripted Global, an independent media platform dedicated to telling the human stories behind innovation. As the host of Unscripted with Leslie Motta, she is known for authentic conversations with founders, executives, entrepreneurs, creators, and industry leaders shaping the future across technology, business, finance, sports, and culture.

Previously, Leslie served as Chief Operating Officer of Gokhshtein Media, where she helped lead one of the digital asset industry's most recognized independent media platforms. She oversaw operations, strategic growth, creator partnerships, marketing initiatives, live events, and community engagement while helping deliver trusted news, educational content, podcasts, and digital programming across blockchain, Web3, and emerging technologies.

Before transitioning into media, Leslie spent more than 18 years in the banking and real estate industries, holding leadership roles focused on operations, organizational development, process improvement, and team transformation. Throughout her career, she has successfully restructured underperforming teams into high-performing organizations by streamlining operations, improving efficiencies, and building scalable processes.

Today, Leslie combines her executive leadership experience with citizen journalism and storytelling to connect audiences with the people driving innovation around the world.

Leslie Motta is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Unscripted Global, an independent media platform dedicated to telling the human stories behind innovation. As the host of Unscripted with Leslie Motta, she is known for authentic conversation... Show more

Adrienne Park | Australian Lawyer & Expert Speaker in AI, Law, and Entrepreneurship

Adrienne Park is an Australian lawyer (NSW) and a specialized speaker who bridges the gap between law, technology, and creative business development.

With over 15 years of lived experience navigating the challenges of studying and immigrating to Australia, she holds a Master's degree in Information Technology from The University of Queensland and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Griffith University.

Since 2013, Adrienne has actively built and operated multiple online startups. Today, she serves as the CEO of Dungwool and leads Bondi Ads, a premier agency specializing in strategic branding for legal firms and politicians. Expanding her reach into the creative industries, she is also an established YouTube Music artist with five official albums to her credit. Her dynamic digital presence has garnered over 1 million combined views across YouTube Shorts, showcasing her ability to captivate and influence modern audiences.

As a highly sought-after speaker, Adrienne shares her insights on AI integration, legal frameworks, and digital branding at prestigious venues, including Law Expo Seoul, the Regional Small and Medium Business Administration, Ewha Womans University, and Konkuk University.

Adrienne Park | Australian Lawyer & Expert Speaker in AI, Law, and Entrepreneurship Adrienne Park is an Australian lawyer (NSW) and a specialized speaker who bridges the gap between law, technology, and creative business development. With over ... Show more

Jennie has solved business problems with technology for two decades. She has managed products for companies large and small with software developers, marketers, customer support, and clients from a wide variety of industries, proprietary and open source, B2B and B2B2C. She loves talking shop about how to solve user problems, build the right thing, and help teams thrive.

Jennie has solved business problems with technology for two decades. She has managed products for companies large and small with software developers, marketers, customer support, and clients from a wide variety of industries, proprietary and open so... Show more

Futurist | Founder | Educator | Speaker | Author

Jeremy Treadwell is a visionary entrepreneur and futurist from Chicago, IL, living in Maryland, minutes from our national capital, Washington, D.C. With a passion for guiding individuals and businesses toward their desired futures, Jeremy has earned the moniker “Vision Capitalist.”

As the founder and owner of Treadwell Agency, a highly respected consulting firm, Jeremy has been instrumental in helping countless individuals and businesses define their visions, gain clarity, and pave the way toward success. Jeremy has empowered clients to reach their full potential and navigate the complexities of the ever-evolving business landscape through innovative strategies and keen Foresight.

Beyond his consulting endeavors, Jeremy shares his wealth of knowledge and expertise as an esteemed adjunct professor at Bradley University, where he imparts his wisdom in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and User Experience Strategy. His dedication to education and commitment to nurturing the next generation of visionaries showcase his leadership inside and outside the classroom.

A true believer in the power of Foresight, Jeremy has earned recognition as a certified Futurist through the esteemed Institute of the Future. As a sought-after speaker, he captivates audiences with engaging talks on Cybersecurity, Strategic Futures, and User Behavior, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and organizations alike.

Constantly embracing new challenges, Jeremy is working on his upcoming book, delving deep into the realm of Foresight. With his unique insights and innovative thinking, he aims to inspire others to harness the power of Foresight to achieve greatness.

In addition to his professional achievements, Jeremy is known for his strong sense of community and commitment to helping others. His philanthropic endeavors have left an indelible mark on those fortunate to cross paths with him.

As a visionary thought leader, Jeremy’s relentless pursuit of excellence and unwavering dedication to empowering others sets him apart as a true trailblazer in the business world. Jeremy continues to shape a brighter future for individuals, businesses, and society through his visionary approach and compassionate spirit.

Futurist | Founder | Educator | Speaker | Author Jeremy Treadwell is a visionary entrepreneur and futurist from Chicago, IL, living in Maryland, minutes from our national capital, Washington, D.C. With a passion for guiding individuals and busines... Show more

Daniele Ponzo is a Global Communication Strategist, author of Easy English for IT, and Corporate LiveWire’s Business Language Coach of the Year 2026. With over 13 years of experience in IT and eight years in language training, he helps tech professionals become more confident, visible, and effective in international environments through clearer, more impactful communication.
Drawing on leadership experience at Xerox and the Italian Ministry of Education, Daniele combines technical expertise with practical communication coaching. He is also the host of The Non-Native Leader podcast, where he shares the stories and insights of global professionals building successful international careers.

Daniele Ponzo is a Global Communication Strategist, author of Easy English for IT, and Corporate LiveWire’s Business Language Coach of the Year 2026. With over 13 years of experience in IT and eight years in language training, he helps tech professio... Show more

Jeff McWherter is a seasoned business leader and tenacious problem solver with over 26 years in the tech industry. He has a deep understanding of the business landscape with a keen ability to navigate complex challenges with creativity and agility. From local startup to Fortune 500, he has worked with a wide client range, always adapting to the unique needs and challenges of each project. He has developed a deep understanding of the trends and technologies shaping the future of business, and is constantly seeking out new ideas and insights to stay ahead of the curve. Jeff is a three time published author and avid speaker at technical conferences across the world. A Michigan State University graduate, Jeff has also been instrumental in improving the software development community in Michigan and beyond. He founded Gravity Works Design & Development during the 2009 recession, which has since grown into one of the country's leading digital agencies. Jeff has led more than a decade of consistent, managed growth and numerous creative accolades, including Addy, W3, Vega, Davey, and PACE awards.

Jeff believes strong relationships are the foundation of any successful business venture, and is committed to fostering those connections both inside and outside the office. As a father and active community member, Jeff knows success isn't just about achieving your own goals: it's about helping others reach theirs. Whether leading a project, volunteering locally, or cheering on his daughters, Jeff is always looking to make a positive impact in the world around him.

Jeff's commitment to helping others achieve their goals is a testament to his leadership, fresh perspectives, and innovative solutions. Join the conversation, and get information about speaking engagements and projects.

Jeff McWherter is a seasoned business leader and tenacious problem solver with over 26 years in the tech industry. He has a deep understanding of the business landscape with a keen ability to navigate complex challenges with creativity and agility. F... Show more

Host of Double Coverage, the #5 sports podcast in America on Apple Podcasts. Built to 1.9M Instagram followers and 500K+ YouTube views per episode in under a year.

Host of Double Coverage, the #5 sports podcast in America on Apple Podcasts. Built to 1.9M Instagram followers and 500K+ YouTube views per episode in under a year. Show more

I’m Oscar Scolding, founder of Eclypseo, a Dubai-based SEO and AI search consultancy. I have spent 10+ years helping brands turn search visibility into measurable leads, revenue and growth, with experience across agencies, startups, SMEs and global names including Amazon, Nissan, Tommee Tippee, UFC, GITEX Global and Dubai World Trade Centre. My work focuses on SEO, GEO and answer-engine optimisation, helping businesses get found across Google, ChatGPT, Perplexity and AI-driven discovery journeys. I speak practically, without jargon, showing founders and marketing teams how to build visibility that actually supports commercial growth.

I’m Oscar Scolding, founder of Eclypseo, a Dubai-based SEO and AI search consultancy. I have spent 10+ years helping brands turn search visibility into measurable leads, revenue and growth, with experience across agencies, startups, SMEs and global n... 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

With 16 years in product development and platform engineering, I lead teams in building scalable systems. Currently focused on a media platform enhancing delivery workflows. Known for migrating legacy systems to modern architectures, integrating best practices in DevOps and CI/CD. Passionate about fostering collaborative environments and driving strategic initiatives for industry leadership.

With 16 years in product development and platform engineering, I lead teams in building scalable systems. Currently focused on a media platform enhancing delivery workflows. Known for migrating legacy systems to modern architectures, integrating best... 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

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

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

Md Rijwan Ansari is a high performing and technology consultant with 11 plus years of Software Development and Business Application implementations using .NET Technologies, SharePoint, Power Platform, Data, AI, Azure and cognitive services. He is also a Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer, C# Corner MVP, Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate, Microsoft Certified Azure Data Scientist Associate, CSM, CSPO, MCTS, MCP, with 15+ Microsoft Certifications.
He is a research and technology lead in Tech One Global, as well as leading Facebook community Cloud Experts Group and SharePoint User Group Nepal.
He is an active contributor and speaker in c-sharpcorner.com community, C# Corner MVP and his rank at 10 among 3+ millions members.
Additionally, he is kneed to learn new technologies, write articles, love to contribute to the open-source community.
Visit his blog RIJSAT.COM for extensive articles, courses, news, videos and issues resolution specially for developer and data engineer.

Md Rijwan Ansari is a high performing and technology consultant with 11 plus years of Software Development and Business Application implementations using .NET Technologies, SharePoint, Power Platform, Data, AI, Azure and cognitive services. He is als... Show more

Caleb Jenkins is an international speaker, author, and 6-time Microsoft MVP award recipient, previously led Developer Experience at Charles Schwab, and is an ex-Microsoft/Sabre/Rocket Mortgage engineering leader - currently coaching teams in one of the largest digital transformation efforts in the world.

As a long time community leader and former Microsoft Developer Evangelist Caleb is well known for his engaging speaking style, depth of knowledge and creative energy. He approaches software from a fresh perspective that spans UX, Agile and enterprise customers from across the globe. He has previously led UX product design teams, coached multi team agile transformations and architected and mentored at some of the largest companies in the world.

Caleb will come at you from multiple angles, he has the hip hop that doesn’t stop, and to quote some other people:

“watching one of my new favorite speakers” (@JesseLiberty ) “
“to call Caleb a ball of energy would be an understatement” LinkedIn Review
“had me laughing so hard I could hardly eat my nachos” Speakerpedia Review and Blogged
You’ll laugh, you’ll have a great time, and you’ll learn something while you’re at it.

Caleb Jenkins is an international speaker, author, and 6-time Microsoft MVP award recipient, previously led Developer Experience at Charles Schwab, and is an ex-Microsoft/Sabre/Rocket Mortgage engineering leader - currently coaching teams in one of t... Show more

Michael Bower is a 30+ year broadcasting and podcast veteran who has hosted national shows on Sirius Satellite Radio, delivered daily reports as a National Correspondent for NBC News Radio, and produced more than 1,000 podcasts across genres. As a former VP of Programming for Ingstad Minnesota Radio Network, he led talent development, coached on-air hosts, and even tested early AI “on-air personalities” — discovering why authenticity always beats automation.

Today, Michael brings that experience to the stage with talks that blend broadcast discipline, podcast innovation, and humor from his years in stand-up comedy. His signature sessions — Craft Over Clout, Process Over Perfection, and The AI DJ Problem — help creators cut through the noise, build loyal audiences, and reclaim quality in an algorithm-driven era.

Michael’s approach is simple but powerful: respect your listener’s time, earn their trust, and give them something they’ll come back for.

Michael Bower is a 30+ year broadcasting and podcast veteran who has hosted national shows on Sirius Satellite Radio, delivered daily reports as a National Correspondent for NBC News Radio, and produced more than 1,000 podcasts across genres. As a fo... 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

Sebastián Medina (Brown Director) es co-fundador y Director Creativo de HeyBrown Studio, una agencia de marketing digital construida como AI-first: usa inteligencia artificial en todo su flujo, creación de contenido, estrategia y pauta, para entregar a escala lo que antes requería equipos y presupuestos mucho mayores. Antes de fundar HeyBrown en 2022 se formó en producción audiovisual (2018–2021) en dirección de fotografía, dirección de comerciales y animación 3D, con más de 20 comerciales, +300 proyectos de CGI y más de 2.000 piezas para redes en su carrera. Hoy, siendo director creativo y no programador, está construyendo con IA un producto que convierte el trabajo de agencia estrategia y entregables de marketing, en un servicio de suscripción, usando una arquitectura multi-agente que él mismo levantó apoyándose en IA como su equipo de desarrollo.

Sebastián Medina (Brown Director) es co-fundador y Director Creativo de HeyBrown Studio, una agencia de marketing digital construida como AI-first: usa inteligencia artificial en todo su flujo, creación de contenido, estrategia y pauta, para entregar... Show more

Rebecca Farabaugh is an award-winning marketing, customer insights and experience, and organizational strategy leader, speaker and facilitator with 20+ years of experience helping organizations understand people, navigate change and turn complexity into action.

As a certified Human-Centered Design practitioner and founder of HumanISE, Rebecca challenges leaders to keep humans at the center of work, especially in an increasingly AI-driven world where the uniquely human capabilities of curiosity, critical thinking, empathy, sensemaking, storytelling and trust-building are becoming increasingly valuable.

Rebecca brings together data, research, storytelling, strategy and human-centered design to help audiences think differently about the human advantage in business, AI and tech enablement, operational efficiency, customer and employee experience, data storytelling, brand and marketing, organizational change and the future of work.

Her sessions are practical, interactive, thought-provoking and fun. They are designed to challenge assumptions and leave people with ideas they can actually use.

Rebecca has spoken and facilitated sessions for organizations including the American Marketing Association, AdWeek, Insights Association, Quirks Media, GetWIT, 24/7 Compliance, Highmark Health, Koppers, University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne Light Company. Her recent talks include Stop Designing for Customers. Start Designing for Humans, Designing for Data Excellence, and Beyond the Numbers: Tell a Story with Your Data.

Rebecca holds an M.S. in Marketing Science from the University of Pittsburgh and is a LUMA Institute Certified Practitioner of Human-Centered Design.

She helps people see what they couldn't see before—and gives them the tools to do something about it.

Rebecca Farabaugh is an award-winning marketing, customer insights and experience, and organizational strategy leader, speaker and facilitator with 20+ years of experience helping organizations understand people, navigate change and turn complexity i... Show more

Sujith Vellat is an accomplished technology executive with extensive experience leading and
implementing innovative solutions across industries.

As Chief Technology Officer, Sujith played a critical role in enhancing ViewLift's technology capabilities
and delivering cutting-edge solutions to streaming customers in broadcasting, entertainment,
and sports.
Under Sujith's leadership, ViewLift has implemented multi-cloud infrastructure, giving customers
the flexibility to choose their preferred cloud provider for their DTC streaming platform. He has
also spearheaded major enhancements to ViewLift's live streaming solutions, enabling
low-latency delivery at scale for clients across broadcasting, entertainment, and sports.
More recently, Sujith has led the development of ViewLift's practical AI innovations, including AI
Clipping, which turns live play into instant highlights; FanAssist AI, delivering always-on,
multilingual fan support; personalization powered by Vertex AI; and Conversational AI Search,
which uses semantic, intent-based understanding to help viewers discover content through
natural language.
Sujith's commitment to innovation and exceptional leadership have been instrumental in
positioning ViewLift as a leader in the streaming industry. He continues to drive the evolution of
ViewLift's proprietary technology stack, empowering D2C streaming properties to distribute
content across web, mobile, OTT, smart TVs, and gaming consoles, while enabling flexible,
hybrid monetization models that help clients acquire and retain viewers.

Sujith Vellat is an accomplished technology executive with extensive experience leading and implementing innovative solutions across industries. As Chief Technology Officer, Sujith played a critical role in enhancing ViewLift's technology capabil... Show more

I am a digital marketing and PR outreach professional with experience in SEO, social media marketing, content strategy, and digital communications. I work with technology professionals and business leaders to build their visibility through thought leadership, speaking opportunities, media outreach, and professional networking. I am particularly interested in how digital platforms are changing communication, personal branding, and the way professionals build influence in today’s connected world.

I am a digital marketing and PR outreach professional with experience in SEO, social media marketing, content strategy, and digital communications. I work with technology professionals and business leaders to build their visibility through thought le... Show more