Media & Information

Esteemed specialists working in the fields of media education, digital media, multimedia and radio services

Ronan Le Glouannec

Ronan Le Glouannec

Après des études universitaires j'ai créé l'agence Ekko Media. Depuis 2005 nous aidons TPE et PME à atteindre leurs objectifs business grâce aux leviers Paid Media dans une logique de performance et data driven.

Après des études universitaires j'ai créé l'agence Ekko Media. Depuis 2005 nous aidons TPE et PME à atteindre leurs objectifs business grâce aux leviers Paid Media dans une logique de performance et data driven. Show more

Jennifer Petoff

Jennifer Petoff

Jennifer Petoff (she/her) is director of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) & Technical Infrastructure (TI) Education and is based in Lisbon, Portugal. She leads training programs for Google's GCP and TI Engineering teams. Jennifer is one of the co-editors of the best-selling book, Site Reliability Engineering: How Google Runs Production Systems; lead author of Training Site Reliability Engineers: What Your Organization Needs to Create a Learning Program; and is a regular speaker at DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering conferences around the world.

Jennifer joined Google in 2007 after spending eight years in the chemical industry. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from Stanford University and a BS in Chemistry and a BA in Psychology from the University of Rochester in the United States.

Jennifer Petoff (she/her) is director of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) & Technical Infrastructure (TI) Education and is based in Lisbon, Portugal. She leads training programs for Google's GCP and TI Engineering teams. Jennifer is one of the co-editors ... Show more

Melissa Eaden

Melissa Eaden

An eternal learner and futurist. Lover of travel and discussions about all things related to technology and communication. Engaging in writing, speaking, and advocating for a quality culture and sustainable development. She can be found on the sky app, linkedin and substack @melthetechie

An eternal learner and futurist. Lover of travel and discussions about all things related to technology and communication. Engaging in writing, speaking, and advocating for a quality culture and sustainable development. She can be found on the sky ap... Show more

Noemi Taccarelli

Noemi Taccarelli

Growth Hacker e Founder di _blank Growth Agency.
Autrice di “Data Driven / Human Made. L’antropologia alla base del Growth Hacking”.
Laurea specialistica in antropologia.

Responsabile per 7 anni della promozione della Collezione
Farnesina Design nella rete diplomatica mondiale.
Docente per Università Parthenope, Università Cusano e eCampus.
Speaker.

Oggi combino l’approccio antropologico alla
sperimentazione rapida per aiutare le aziende a trovare le
strade di crescita più veloci per aumentare la redditività.

Growth Hacker e Founder di _blank Growth Agency. Autrice di “Data Driven / Human Made. L’antropologia alla base del Growth Hacking”. Laurea specialistica in antropologia. Responsabile per 7 anni della promozione della Collezione Farnesina Desig... Show more

Diana Stepner

Diana Stepner

Diana Stepner is a seasoned product leader, coach, mentor, and technology executive with over 20 years of experience in product management, innovation, and user experience. A Silicon Valley native, Diana has led diverse, global digital teams across startups, enterprise organizations, digital agencies, and software consulting. Her impressive journey includes significant roles at Epiphany, Cheapflights (acquired by Kayak), SimplePractice, Salesforce, Monster, Pearson, Razorfish (part of Publicis), and Epsilon. Diana is the Co-Founder of Product Gold, where she focuses on product coaching and consulting.

Diana’s tenure at Pearson stands out in her career. Starting in London as the Vice President of Innovation Partnerships & Head of Future Technologies, she was responsible for trend analysis, strategic partnerships, and early-stage prototype development. She spearheaded initiatives such as an early-stage startup accelerator and cultivated a Future Technologies community within Pearson to drive digital transformation. After returning to San Francisco, she became the VP of Innovative Learning Solutions. Under her leadership, her team generated $86 million in revenue and impacted 11 million learners. Her strategic oversight led to a reduction in delivery time and a significant improvement in the purchase pipeline.

Diana is the instructor of several high-rated courses on product management and leadership, including her cohort-based course on Maven which has graduated four cohorts and has a 4.5/5.0 rating. Her coaching practice emphasizes people-first product leadership, prioritizing the importance of individuals in the product development process. She believes in empowering individuals to reach their full potential, building strong teams, and fostering a culture of innovation and agility.

Diana is a prolific writer, contributor and thought leader on product management, product leadership and leading through a human-centered approach. Interviews and articles showcase her expertise in future technologies and innovation. For example, Wired has featured Diana’s information technology and product development insights. She was a finalist for the FDM everywoman in Technology Award in the UK and a featured speaker at product conferences, including Mind the Product, Productized and PDMA Inspire Innovation.

Diana holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California (UC), San Diego. She also earned a Master of Information Management and Systems (MIMS) from UC Berkeley and an MBA from Boston University. Her certifications include Business Innovation Foundations, Certified Technical Product Manager, and more. Diana is a member of the International Coaching Federation.

Diana Stepner is a seasoned product leader, coach, mentor, and technology executive with over 20 years of experience in product management, innovation, and user experience. A Silicon Valley native, Diana has led diverse, global digital teams across s... Show more

Dr. Jeremy Hudson

Dr. Jeremy Hudson

Dr. Jeremy C. Hudson is the Founder and CEO of The Canvas Firm, dedicated to building better organizations. Canvas Firm specializes in empowering emotionally intelligent leaders, enhancing employee and client experiences, and fostering innovative, resilient cultures within organizations. With over 15 years of experience, he is renowned for his ability to identify challenges and implement transformative solutions for organizational advancement.

Jeremy earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Ole Miss, followed by a Master of Business Administration from the John Sperling School of Business, and a PhD in Organizational Leadership from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Before founding Canvas Firm, Jeremy served as Global Director of Culture and Engagement at Dell Technologies, where he led initiatives to enhance company culture, elevate employee engagement and experiences, drive corporate social responsibility efforts, refine employer branding strategies, and champion diversity initiatives. He played a pivotal role as a liaison to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, collaborating closely to redefine core values and shape the company's future trajectory.

Prior to Dell, Jeremy made significant contributions at Ernst & Young (EY), where he shaped the First-Year Experience strategy for the United States and expanded his leadership oversight to all US regions, earning recognition as a Facilitator of Excellence twice. His commitment to education led him to Georgia's newest public college, where he established the learning and development department and collaborated with the athletic department on student-athlete engagement activities.

Passionate about the intersection of business and sports, Jeremy's doctoral research focused on the organizational socialization, emotional intelligence, and transformational leadership of Intercollegiate Athletic leaders, reflecting his ongoing dedication to enhancing organizational and athletic performance through strategic leadership.

Dr. Jeremy C. Hudson is the Founder and CEO of The Canvas Firm, dedicated to building better organizations. Canvas Firm specializes in empowering emotionally intelligent leaders, enhancing employee and client experiences, and fostering innovative, r... Show more

Curtis Cox

Curtis Cox

Curtis Cox is a seasoned Career Brand Strategist and the founder of Curtis Careers, a leading career consulting platform dedicated to helping professionals and businesses elevate their brands, scale their careers, and unlock new opportunities. With deep expertise in career branding, professional development, and career scaling, Curtis has guided countless individuals in navigating career transitions, building powerful personal brands, and positioning themselves as leaders in their industries.

Through Curtis Careers, Curtis provides strategic career coaching, workforce development solutions, and executive branding services tailored for millennial professionals, corporate teams, and entrepreneurs. His mission is to equip individuals with the tools to thrive in competitive job markets and achieve long-term career success.

As a sought-after speaker and thought leader, Curtis shares valuable insights on career growth, professional branding, and networking. Whether hosting workshops, leading career-focused discussions, or delivering impactful keynote talks, he is dedicated to empowering professionals to turn ambition into achievement.

Curtis Cox is a seasoned Career Brand Strategist and the founder of Curtis Careers, a leading career consulting platform dedicated to helping professionals and businesses elevate their brands, scale their careers, and unlock new opportunities. With d... Show more

Veronica Shelton

Veronica Shelton

Veronica Shelton is a creative director and UX strategist with 15+ years in product design, branding, and digital transformation. As co-founder of Oak Theory, she leads UX/UI, web development, and e-commerce projects with a focus on inclusivity and accessibility. With experience across Fortune 500s, startups, and social impact organizations, she brings a unique perspective on the intersection of design and technology.

Veronica Shelton is a creative director and UX strategist with 15+ years in product design, branding, and digital transformation. As co-founder of Oak Theory, she leads UX/UI, web development, and e-commerce projects with a focus on inclusivity and a... Show more

Venkatarangan Thirumalai

Venkatarangan Thirumalai

As a seasoned technologist, serial entrepreneur, and an Honorary Microsoft Regional Director, I bring a unique perspective to my speaking engagements. With a rich background that includes a family business nearly a century old, founding and scaling a global software service firm, and being an author on technology, my talks delve into the practical aspects of technology, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. I specialize in delivering engaging sessions that are devoid of jargon, ensuring clarity and directness.

As a seasoned technologist, serial entrepreneur, and an Honorary Microsoft Regional Director, I bring a unique perspective to my speaking engagements. With a rich background that includes a family business nearly a century old, founding and scaling a... Show more

Jaïs Elalouf

Jaïs Elalouf

Jaïs Elalouf
Passionate about alternative culture and ecology, he is running Lucydelic the first digital media dedicated to alternative pop culture and the awakening of the mind. An art magazine talking about psychedelia, society, lifestyle, music, consciousness with regular podcasts and an online boutique https://lucydelic.com/

For 25 years he’s been the head of the Ping pong music PR content agency for the Ninja Tune label and developing 800 artists, among them Bonobo, Santigold, Gotan Project, Salif Keita, Gonzales, Bicep… He has produced over 200 events from clubbing to festivals and conventions, public or private. https://pingpong.fr

Also known as DJ OOF he mixes art, music and video and played over 500 Cinemix audiovisual shows (Montreux, Burning Man, Cannes…), currently being VJ of France’ National Audiovisual Institute (INA). Oof has directed 70 movies that features his own shootings and found footage, creating a sweet retro atmosphere with electronic and groovy beats. https://oof.cx

He's developing a Psychedelic Art Center reuniting his art collection, one of the largest worldwide on the topic, in immersive physical spaces and on the Metaverse. Jaïs has curated 80 exhibitions so far at the request of museums and cultural institutions. https://psychedelick.com

Jaïs Elalouf Passionate about alternative culture and ecology, he is running Lucydelic the first digital media dedicated to alternative pop culture and the awakening of the mind. An art magazine talking about psychedelia, society, lifestyle, music, ... Show more

Susana Blaya

Susana Blaya

Susana Blaya is a versatile and trilingual journalist with a passion for international affairs, women's empowerment, technology, and human rights. With experience across various media formats including TV, radio, news agency, and book publishing, she serves as an official delegate for UN Women UK at this year's United Nations Commission.

Susana holds both an undergraduate degree in Journalism (Hons), and a Master's Degree in TV Journalism, and has completed several courses in Creative TV and Outside Broadcasting. Originally from Spain, she spent four years in Portugal during her Erasmus studies and scholarship, later working as a Communications Manager and Editorial Coordinator for a publishing house.

In Scotland, she collaborates with EFE News Agency, providing coverage for Spanish audiences.

Susana Blaya is a versatile and trilingual journalist with a passion for international affairs, women's empowerment, technology, and human rights. With experience across various media formats including TV, radio, news agency, and book publishing, she... Show more

Aleya Harris

Aleya Harris

Aleya Harris, CPCE is the founder and CEO of Flourish Marketing, an agency dedicated to helping empire-building entrepreneurs and executive teams differentiate themselves through radically authentic messaging strategy and copywriting. She believes that every leader has the potential to transform into a legend. She uses her proprietary Flourishing Empire Framework to help her clients and audience get real, get clear, and get connected so they can stand out from the crowd and stand in a league of their own.

Her framework combines energy alignment and business strategy to build a flourishing empire. Gone are the days of compartmentalization and cookie-cutter marketing. To reach the discerning audiences of today and the future, you and your business must dive more deeply to become radically authentic. Then, you need to infuse that radical authenticity into your
messaging platform and marketing assets.

Aleya combines her StoryBrand Guide and NES Health BioEnergetic Business Coach certifications to look at problems from a holistic perspective and work simultaneously on improving the wellness of her clients’ mindset, energy fields, and business strategy. Always with a keen eye on ROI, Aleya helps clients fast track their growth through intuition, science-based systems, and business savvy strategies that allow them to build their empire and establish a legacy for generations to come.

Aleya is a regular guest on the Marketing Made Simple podcast, a featured presenter in StoryBrand’s Business Made Simple course platform, and has been featured in Thrive Global, Authority Magazine, and Special Events. A recent “Speaker of the Year” award winner, Aleya has been a guest on over 125 podcasts and rocked over 100 stages where she edutained her audience with her business acumen and energetic personality.

Aleya Harris, CPCE is the founder and CEO of Flourish Marketing, an agency dedicated to helping empire-building entrepreneurs and executive teams differentiate themselves through radically authentic messaging strategy and copywriting. She believes ... Show more

Ronak Barhanpurkar

Ronak Barhanpurkar

I am is a seasoned User Experience Designer with a strong focus on automotive UX, human factors, and digital accessibility. With over 4 years of industry experience, I currently contribute to the UX team at Maruti Suzuki, where we craft intuitive and meaningful in-vehicle experiences that blend technology, human behavior, and design innovation. Their expertise lies in designing digital ecosystems that not only meet user needs but also drive broader business and societal impact.

In 2024, I delivered a well-received talk at UX India on enhancing user experience in automobiles, a session that sparked widespread discussions on the future of mobility design. Beyond professional projects, I am passionate about mentoring young designers, promoting accessibility in digital spaces, and pushing the boundaries of user-centered innovation in complex industries like automotive and connected mobility.
Outside of work, I am a photography enthusiast, an avid non-fiction reader, and a traveler who loves exploring diverse cultures and ideas. This unique blend of technical expertise, user empathy, and a visionary outlook positions me as a strong voice for how design can act as a transformational force for people, businesses, and the planet.

I am is a seasoned User Experience Designer with a strong focus on automotive UX, human factors, and digital accessibility. With over 4 years of industry experience, I currently contribute to the UX team at Maruti Suzuki, where we craft intuitive and... Show more

Olga Anyutsa

Olga Anyutsa

Communication and advocacy professional focused on advancing digital rights, civic space, and citizen engagement through strategic storytelling and media advocacy in Africa.

Communication and advocacy professional focused on advancing digital rights, civic space, and citizen engagement through strategic storytelling and media advocacy in Africa. Show more

Shane Glass

Shane Glass

Shane is a Senior Developer Relations Engineer who leads Open Source Strategy in Google's Open Source Program Office. Before joining OSPO, he led Google Cloud's Public Datasets Program and was a member of NOAA's Data Archive and Access Requirements Working Group for 6 years. Prior to joining Google, Shane was the project manager of NOAA’s Open Data Dissemination Program and an officer in the US Army specializing in both Air Defense Artillery and Public Affairs. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of South Carolina in Sports and Entertainment Management and has a Master's in Data Analytics from UMGC.

You can follow him on Bluesky for a comprehensive list of his work and dad jokes.

Shane is a Senior Developer Relations Engineer who leads Open Source Strategy in Google's Open Source Program Office. Before joining OSPO, he led Google Cloud's Public Datasets Program and was a member of NOAA's Data Archive and Access Requirements W... Show more

Tiankai Feng

Tiankai Feng

Tiankai Feng is a Data & AI leader, musician, and optimist. As Director of Data & AI Strategy at Thoughtworks and author of "Humanizing Data Strategy" & "Humanizing AI Strategy", he brings 13+ years of experience in analytics, governance, and transformation. Passionate about the human side of technology, he makes data and AI more approachable—and even fun—through music, memes, and fresh perspectives.

Tiankai Feng is a Data & AI leader, musician, and optimist. As Director of Data & AI Strategy at Thoughtworks and author of "Humanizing Data Strategy" & "Humanizing AI Strategy", he brings 13+ years of experience in analytics, governance, and transf... Show more

Peter van Jaarsveld

Peter van Jaarsveld

I've spent 25+ years proving a thesis most organisations resist: that value lives at the edges, not the centre. The best talent isn't where you expect it. The best ideas don't come from headquarters. And the biggest returns come from reconceiving how work gets done — not optimising how it's always been done.

My route in was making things — directing commercials, editing, VFX, hanging from helicopters to get the shot. That hands-on creative background shapes everything I do now: I don't theorise about transformation, I build it. From a startup that moved high-end visual effects off six-figure hardware onto the desktop, to a globally-distributed operation spanning 1,000+ people across seven countries, built years before remote work went mainstream. Same pattern each time: find value trapped behind an artificial barrier, build the mechanism to release it.

Now I focus on what happens when AI meets real operations — not the demo, but the deployment.

I speak about operational transformation, growth, culture, AI beyond the proof-of-concept, and the patterns that repeat every time new capability demands new ways of working.

I've spent 25+ years proving a thesis most organisations resist: that value lives at the edges, not the centre. The best talent isn't where you expect it. The best ideas don't come from headquarters. And the biggest returns come from reconceiving how... Show more

Dave Hansen-Lange

Dave Hansen-Lange

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

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

Suryanarayana R Chintacunta

Suryanarayana R Chintacunta

Surya Narayana Reddy Chintacunta is a data engineer focused on building large-scale, AI-driven systems across cloud platforms. His work spans privacy-preserving customer analytics, real-time feature engineering for LLMs, and reinforcement learning for media optimization. At WPP Media, he leads data and analytics initiatives across AWS and GCP, including clean room integrations, ML-powered audience modeling, and global campaign intelligence systems. He has built distributed pipelines for e-commerce, insurance, and retail clients, and holds a master’s degree in Data Science from UMBC. Surya’s interests sit at the intersection of AI, distributed systems, and applied marketing science.

Surya Narayana Reddy Chintacunta is a data engineer focused on building large-scale, AI-driven systems across cloud platforms. His work spans privacy-preserving customer analytics, real-time feature engineering for LLMs, and reinforcement learning fo... Show more

Emily Riederer

Emily Riederer

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

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

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

Danielle Windecker-Hilton

Danielle Windecker-Hilton

I am a senior PR and marketing leader with nearly two decades of experience helping brands define their voice, build influence and connect with the audiences that matter. Having worked across both Canada and the UK, I bring an international perspective to shaping narratives that cut through the noise and deliver meaningful, measurable impact.

I believe communication is one of the most powerful tools a business can use. The right message, delivered strategically, can build trust, raise awareness, navigate complexity and drive commercial growth. This belief underpins my work at Sycamore, where I partner with ambitious brands to turn clear thinking and compelling storytelling into tangible results.

My expertise spans public relations, brand strategy, media relations, crisis communications, business development and partnership growth. I have led campaigns that secure national media coverage, strengthen reputations and support long-term business success. I am as comfortable setting strategy at board level as I am getting hands-on to land coverage or deliver a high-stakes launch.

As a speaker, I am known for being calm, clear and solutions-focused, combining strategic insight with practical, real-world experience. I bring structure, creativity and momentum to every conversation, with a strong belief in collaboration and the power of communication to unlock growth.

I am a senior PR and marketing leader with nearly two decades of experience helping brands define their voice, build influence and connect with the audiences that matter. Having worked across both Canada and the UK, I bring an international perspecti... Show more

Koti Ange Laurentia DA

Koti Ange Laurentia DA

DA Koti Ange Laurentia est une jeune communicante d’entreprise et de relations publiques de formation. Elle possède des compétences en production de contenus web, gestion des réseaux sociaux et capitalisation de projets. Elle est également membre du Réseau des Héroïnes du Faso, une organisation de jeunes filles qui utilise le digital pour promouvoir l’égalité des genres et défendre les droits des femmes. Fort de son dynamisme et de son leadership, elle a été élue « Héroïne de l’année 2022 ». Par ailleurs, depuis 2023, elle assure la création de contenus et la gestion des réseaux sociaux pour le programme Young Leading Conference, un événement propulsé par le Réseau des Héroïnes du Faso et mobilisant des milliers de jeunes autour du numérique.

DA Koti Ange Laurentia est une jeune communicante d’entreprise et de relations publiques de formation. Elle possède des compétences en production de contenus web, gestion des réseaux sociaux et capitalisation de projets. Elle est également membre du ... Show more

Bbker Sy

Bbker Sy

Consultant, spécialiste en relations publiques et communication de crise, il accompagne les organisations publiques et privées dans la gestion de leur image, la maîtrise des enjeux réputationnels et la communication en contexte sensible. Son expertise couvre la stratégie de communication, la gestion des situations de crise, les relations médias et l’élaboration de dispositifs de communication adaptés à des environnements complexes.
Habitué à intervenir sur des problématiques liées à la gouvernance, à l’information et à la perception publique, il travaille aux côtés de dirigeants, d’institutions et d’acteurs de la société civile pour renforcer la crédibilité des messages, anticiper les risques et préserver la confiance des parties prenantes.

Consultant, spécialiste en relations publiques et communication de crise, il accompagne les organisations publiques et privées dans la gestion de leur image, la maîtrise des enjeux réputationnels et la communication en contexte sensible. Son expertis... Show more

Jinah Kim

Jinah Kim

Jinah Kim's research focuses on the American Century in Asia, decolonizing Korea, and legacies of US militarism in the Asia-Pacific. She is the recipient of the 2020-2021 National Endowment for the Humanities Award and the 2020 California Civil Liberties Grant.

Jinah Kim's research focuses on the American Century in Asia, decolonizing Korea, and legacies of US militarism in the Asia-Pacific. She is the recipient of the 2020-2021 National Endowment for the Humanities Award and the 2020 California Civil Liber... Show more

K.C. Raniero

K.C. Raniero

I spent my 20s building things people said were impossible. I didn't have a trust fund or a traditional roadmap; I had a non-linear brain and a relentless obsession with how systems work.

I’ve lived the full spectrum of influence. I have lived out of a car on the streets of NYC and at a lighthouse on the California coast, I have navigated the elite corridors of South West London, and I have stood in the halls of power coaching the Director of the United States Mint on how to command a room. I have built punk venues from the ground up and managed talent for the world’s biggest film franchises.

My non-linear path wasn't a detour. It was an elite training ground. It taught me how to spot the operational leaks that 99% of people miss. It taught me how to scale a movement by 400% with zero financial backing and how to engineer a 3,675% growth spike in a week with just $20 for strategic advertising.

I am an expert in zero-waste scaling, engineering systemic overhauls, and extreme lean operations. I don’t need a $1M budget to find a $1M solution. My experience building venues, brands, events, and organizations from nothing means that I see efficiency leaks that traditional consultants are trained to ignore.

My credits include:

The United States Mint | Coached the 38th Director on executive presence & rhetorical logic at Voice Academy NYC

The New York Times | Featured contributor

The Julliard School | Provided private coaching to dual-enrolled Julliard students

Josh Groban / Madison Square Garden Support: Headliner | Headlined a performance at the Delancey, featuring Iain S. Forrest (Eyeglasses), cellist known for accompanying Josh Groban at Madison Square Garden

Mariah Carey / Star Wars / Avengers: Composer Management | Managed the professional roster at PIVODIO, which included Jonathan Bartz, composer with credits including Mariah Carey, Star Wars and Avengers.

Ed Sheeran Team: Talent Roster Management | Managed the professional roster at PIVODIO, which included Mark Pusey, drummer for Ed Sheeran.

Foo Fighters / Neil Young: Producer Management | Managed the professional roster at PIVODIO, which included Bradley Kohn, producer with credits including Foo Fighters and Neil Young.

The Recording Academy: Booking | Created Unity Fest, Femme Fatale Fest: NYC Edition, and The New York Music Awards (Rockwood Music Hall). Booked Recording Academy member Ryan Cassata to headline Unity Fest and booked Recording Academy member Apollo Flowerchild to co-headline Femme Fatale Fest: NYC Edition and The New York Music Awards.

American Idol: Talent Roster Management | Managed the professional roster at PIVODIO, which included Clark Beckham, American Idol runner-up.

The Voice: Collaborations | Collaborated with finalist Jamal Corrie (Season 18, Team Blake Shelton) at The Bowery Electric and headlined Queerchella, a festival founded by finalist Dan Kiernan (Season 27, Team Kelsea Ballerini).

Chaka Khan / Brandy / Todrick Hall: Producer Management | Managed the professional roster at PIVODIO, which included Kofi Agyei, producer with credits including Chaka Khan, Brandy, and Todrick Hall.

Logic: Featured Artist | My song "Nothing Lasts Forever" was highlighted and featured by Logic on his personal Discord server.

Met Gala / Gossip Girl / Coldplay: Co-Feature | Co-featured in NYC_Storytime media highlights as a recurring collaborator and featured artist within the NYC arts and culture scene.

Matty Beats: Collaboration | Studio collaboration at Rec Philly.

VIAL: Opening Act | Opened for VIAL at Femme Fatale Fest.

Maria Elisabeth von Trapp: Opening Act | Opened for Ms. von Trapp at the F.M. Kirby Center.

The Apollo Theater: Recurring Performer | Performed at The Apollo Theater three times.

Sinfonia Smith Square: Performer | Performed at London’s Sinfonia Smith Square.

Carnegie Hall: Coaching | Achieved placement for Voice Academy NYC student at Carnegie Hall.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Coaching | Coached contracted touring keyboardist for Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Voice Academy NYC.

Vans Warped Tour: Marketing | Represented Gypsy Warrior as a high-visibility brand ambassador and model during the Vans Warped Tour.

Beach Weather / A Rocket to the Moon: Marketing | Led street-team initiatives and grassroots marketing for former lead singer of A Rocket to the Moon and current lead singer of Beach Weather, Nick Santino, at the Vans Warped Tour.

Never Shout Never: Collaboration | Performed with Christofer Drew of Never Shout Never at a backstage performance at the Vans Warped Tour.

Kelly Osbourne: Talent Operations | Managed on-site logistics and talent flow during NYC World Pride.

BroadwayWorld: Featured Contributor | Featured three times in BroadwayWorld.

Digital Growth Architecture: 3,675% Viral Surge | Engineered a high-conversion digital marketing strategy that yielded a 1,361% increase in 24 hours and 3,675% growth within 7 days. Utilized advanced demographic and psychographic research to deploy a high-efficiency, low-spend ($20) ad campaign, proving the power of data-driven targeting over traditional high-budget spend.

Bloomsbury Arts Festival: Operations and Marketing | Contributed to logistics and promotion at London's Bloomsbury Arts Festival.

International Ambassador | Represented Klein College of Media and Communications at an international recruitment event while studying at Imperial College in London through Foundation for International Education.

Foundation House: Original Rhetorical Performance | Authored and premiered an original monologue at Foundation House in London.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Choir Director | Directed a specialized vocal ensemble focused on mental health advocacy and therapeutic music engagement. Developed choral programming to support community wellness and provided creative leadership for a national-tier advocacy organization.

Z Poetry Series: Internationally Published Poet | Featured in the Z-Poetry: An Anthology of International Indie Poetry.

VH1: Collaboration | Co-headlined Harrisburg's Stop The Violence Talent Festival with Yvng Swag from VH1's Wild N' Out.

FRIGID New York: Featured Playwright and Performer | Co-authored and co-starred in the original musical revue "Dead Superstars," featured in the FRIGID New York "Days of the Dead" Festival.

Founder & Executive Director: Unity Fest NYC | Conceptualized and executed a large-scale annual music festival in New York City, built from the ground up with zero initial capital. Leveraged strategic partnerships and community grassroots organizing to raise thousands of dollars for global and national charities, including Doctors Without Borders (MSF), NAMI, and anti-gun violence initiatives.

Wolven: Executive Presence Coaching | Provided strategic performance and narrative coaching to the Founder of Wolven.

Founder & Executive Director: The Atlantis Movement | Engineered a bicoastal cultural movement and multi-week festival circuit (The Atlantis Movement) starting from grassroots DIY venues in Philadelphia to 10-day takeovers in New York City. Operating with $0 initial capital, generated thousands in philanthropic revenue for the ACLU, St. Baldrick’s, and local LGBTQ+ shelters. Featured in Rock the Pigeon for pioneering a sustainable, artist-led model of social advocacy and live production.

300+ Original Compositions | Executed a high-intensity creative sprint, authoring 300 original songs in a single year, resulting in the release of 24 EPs and 2 LPs. Achieved global distribution across 101 countries and secured international radio play.

David Guetta: Producer Management | Managed the professional roster at PIVODIO, which included James Grover (YCONN), producer with credits including David Guetta.

Cassandra Jenkins: Headliner | Headlined a Trans Day of Visibility Ball; opened for by Cassandra Jenkins

My educational background includes Imperial College London, Berklee College of Music, and Temple University.

I spent my 20s building things people said were impossible. I didn't have a trust fund or a traditional roadmap; I had a non-linear brain and a relentless obsession with how systems work. I’ve lived the full spectrum of influence. I have lived out... Show more

Hannah Waller

Hannah Waller

Event Marketing Professional with over 20 years experience, conferences, exhibitions, parties, weddings, promotional stunts, dinners.

Event Marketing Professional with over 20 years experience, conferences, exhibitions, parties, weddings, promotional stunts, dinners. Show more

George DeMet

George DeMet

George DeMet is the founder and Co-CEO of Palantir.net, a full-service digital consultancy that uses open source technologies to help others discover, create, and share knowledge. He is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for the company and helping support its values and vision.

George has also supported the Drupal project and community in numerous volunteer roles, including organizing events and serving on the Drupal Community Working Group.

George DeMet is the founder and Co-CEO of Palantir.net, a full-service digital consultancy that uses open source technologies to help others discover, create, and share knowledge. He is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for... Show more

Angel Paredes Barato

Angel Paredes Barato

Passionate Engineering Manager at Datadog, mentoring aspiring engineers and advocating for the importance of soft skills in achieving success. Sometimes I like to define myself as "proud holistic hobbyist".

Passionate Engineering Manager at Datadog, mentoring aspiring engineers and advocating for the importance of soft skills in achieving success. Sometimes I like to define myself as "proud holistic hobbyist". Show more

Bobbie Carlton

Bobbie Carlton

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

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

Ximena Orjuela

Ximena Orjuela

Ximena is a Public Relations professional with over 10 years of experience collaborating with startups and scaleups across a wide range of areas. She has supported communities and is an organizer of mad_in_api, a Google Cloud community in collaboration with Google Spain. She has also worked on the organization, management, and execution of acceleration programs for startups such as "Google for Startups" in Latin America.

As a WTM ambassador, her goal is to be a supportive voice for the neurodiverse population in the IT industry, particularly for women. She draws on her personal experience of having a circle of neurodiverse family members working in the IT industry.

Ximena is a Public Relations professional with over 10 years of experience collaborating with startups and scaleups across a wide range of areas. She has supported communities and is an organizer of mad_in_api, a Google Cloud community in collaborati... Show more

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