Dr. Anderson D. Prewitt, Principal AI Scientist at Fabrx Space, leads the development of cutting-edge AI solutions with a focus on transformer models and deep learning. With advanced degrees in Engineering and Science, he facilitates AI strategy and ethics at Cornell University while serving as a scientific advisor for AI 2030. His expertise encompasses responsible AI implementation, D.A.R.Q. technologies, and STEM workforce development. Dr. Prewitt has authored books on STEM education and AI transformation, bringing two decades of expertise in technology innovation to drive ethical AI adoption. See his profile at linkedin.com/in/dradprewitt.
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Dr. Anderson D. Prewitt, Principal AI Scientist at Fabrx Space, leads the development of cutting-edge AI solutions with a focus on transformer models and deep learning. With advanced degrees in Engineering and Science, he facilitates AI strategy and ... Show more

From rock bottom to rocking it, Louise Peachman is living proof that devastating chapters can become the foundation of an extraordinary life.
After surviving a 19-year domestic violence relationship, Louise faced business liquidation and bankruptcy caused by someone else’s actions. With her name, finances, and future at risk, she rebuilt from absolute zero to protect her four children, three with disabilities, without financial support.
Louise didn’t just rebuild, she rose. She launched an events startup from scratch and within 12 months transformed it into one of Australia’s leading event brands, thriving even through COVID. What began with zero staff is now a multi-award-winning business.
Today, Louise is a CEO, motivational speaker, and sales strategist with over 20 years’ experience, a 95% client conversion rate, and a passion for turning adversity into authority.

From rock bottom to rocking it, Louise Peachman is living proof that devastating chapters can become the foundation of an extraordinary life. After surviving a 19-year domestic violence relationship, Louise faced business liquidation and bankruptcy ... Show more

Dr. David A. Palmer (Ed.D.) is a nationally recognized educator, trauma-informed strategist, and neurodivergence-affirming speaker. With 30+ years of experience as a special education teacher, father of five adopted neurodivergent teens, and award-winning researcher, Dr. Palmer bridges lived experience with professional expertise. He is the creator of the INSPECT Framework and founder of Rewire the Response, a movement helping schools shift from behavior compliance to connection-first leadership. His work has been featured at TEDx, NAMICon, and national education conferences, where he inspires educators to lead with regulation, not reaction.

Dr. David A. Palmer (Ed.D.) is a nationally recognized educator, trauma-informed strategist, and neurodivergence-affirming speaker. With 30+ years of experience as a special education teacher, father of five adopted neurodivergent teens, and award-wi... Show more

Entusiasta por la tecnología con más de 20 años ejecutando y administrando proyectos.

Ingeniero en Electrónica por la Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana.
Diplomado de Administración de Proyectos por el ITESM.

He trabajado con SharePoint 2007, 2010, 2013, Online.

Microsoft MCP.
Microsoft Specialist.

Actualmente soy Director de Operaciones en iTProve Corporation.

Entusiasta por la tecnología con más de 20 años ejecutando y administrando proyectos. Ingeniero en Electrónica por la Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana. Diplomado de Administración de Proyectos por el ITESM. He trabajado con SharePoint 2007, ... Show more

Developer with an electronics engineering background. A jack-of-all-trades on the Power Platform, I'm curious to discover new things every day and to present my discoveries.

Developer with an electronics engineering background. A jack-of-all-trades on the Power Platform, I'm curious to discover new things every day and to present my discoveries. Show more

Mariana is an Award-winning Project Manager and Full Stack Developer specialized in digital transformation, automation, and AI integrations. Recognized among the Top 30 Women in Tech Portugal 2025 and WomenTech Network Mentor of the Year 2024 (Honorary Mention). She has extensive experience leading global automation, digital solution development and AI projects across EMEA markets for clients and internally, leveraging modern stacks (React, Next.js, Python, Azure, Firebase) and best
practices in UX, accessibility, and process improvement. Skilled at bridging technical and business teams, managing C-level stakeholders, and delivering measurable results in efficiency, automation adoption, and business impact.

Mariana is an Award-winning Project Manager and Full Stack Developer specialized in digital transformation, automation, and AI integrations. Recognized among the Top 30 Women in Tech Portugal 2025 and WomenTech Network Mentor of the Year 2024 (Honora... Show more

Michael Townsend is a forward-thinking digital strategist and Director at Quality Internet Solutions Ltd, where he leads initiatives that merge cutting-edge technology with long-term sustainability. With over 25 years of experience in digital marketing, web solutions, and online growth strategies, Michael helps businesses harness the power of the internet to achieve measurable impact.

He is especially passionate about the intersection of technology, climate responsibility, and digital transformation. Under his leadership.

Michael frequently speaks on topics such as:

Building sustainable digital ecosystems

The future of SEO and ethical online growth

Leveraging technology to create lasting impact

Balancing business innovation with climate responsibility

Whether addressing entrepreneurs, marketers, or sustainability advocates, Michael brings practical insights, strategic foresight, and an authentic commitment to building a greener, more connected digital future.

Michael Townsend is a forward-thinking digital strategist and Director at Quality Internet Solutions Ltd, where he leads initiatives that merge cutting-edge technology with long-term sustainability. With over 25 years of experience in digital marketi... Show more

Robert is the founder and president of the Trace Labs Organization which organizes crowd sourced OSINT for locating missing persons. Robert defines Trace Labs as the catalyst which will change the industry and how we solve problems at a larger scale.
Robert is also Senior IT Manager in the aerospace industry. He works at an international level and spends most of his time managing information security teams. While these teams focus on the traditional risk mitigation, most of Robert’s focus is on finding better ways of securing the business.
Robert has spent an increasing amount of time building defenses against social engineering. He has spoken about the rising social risk at numerous events and on different security podcasts.
In 2017 and 2018 he competed at the Social Engineering Village Capture the Flag contest. He placed third in this contest (both years) and since then has been teaching organizations how to defend against social attacks and how to reduce their OSINT footprint. In 2018 he actually managed a CTF while participating in a CTF at Defcon Vegas.
Robert is also a ten year volunteer with Search & Rescue in British Columbia, Canada. In his SAR capacity, Robert is a Team Leader, Trainer, Marine Rescue Technician, Swift Water Technician and Tracker.

Robert is the founder and president of the Trace Labs Organization which organizes crowd sourced OSINT for locating missing persons. Robert defines Trace Labs as the catalyst which will change the industry and how we solve problems at a larger scale.... Show more

Tony Holmes is a talent and workforce development leader from Houston. TX. He specializes in leadership development and diversity as a speaker and consultant. He has managed change and scaled impact across multiple sectors as an award-winning leader. At the United Way of Greater Houston, he led employee engagement programming and the organization's strategy to center DEI across all operations and programs, leading to the organization receiving the Best Places to Work Award 2024, from the Houston Chronicle and the Diversity in Business Award 2024 from the Houston Business Journal. His private coaching practice, CoachedxTony unlocks talent, vision, and awareness for clients and provides tools and assessments on how to maximize strengths within personal development.

Tony is a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Southern California's Organizational Change and Leadership Program at the Rossier School of Education. His certifications include Gallup Global Strengths Coaching through Gallup, Inc., and Professional Diversity Coaching through the CoachDiversity Institute. He is a two-time graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a BA double-major in Interpersonal Communications and Sociology (2012), and a Master of Public Administration (2015). Tony is the CEO of Blue Chip Works, a Workforce Development company founded by him and his wife, Crystal in 2018. Through this work, they are able to create positive change in the world of business through hiring, staffing, and upskilling individuals across the nation. Tony is dedicated to uplifting his community and helping others reach their maximum potential one person at a time.

Tony Holmes is a talent and workforce development leader from Houston. TX. He specializes in leadership development and diversity as a speaker and consultant. He has managed change and scaled impact across multiple sectors as an award-winning leader.... Show more

Swathy Santhosh is a seasoned software engineer with over 10 years of experience in the IT industry, playing multiple roles spanning global teams. She has a passion for full-stack engineering and has a keen eye for user experience for the products that she leads. She has led engineering teams developing mission-critical applications across a wide variety of industries such as financial services, health care, and logistics.

While she isn't in front of her computer, she dabbles in creating mural arts or canvas paintings based on whatever inspires her and hopes to someday focus a lot more time on the arts. She is also an avid traveller and is always in search of her next dream destination.

Swathy Santhosh is a seasoned software engineer with over 10 years of experience in the IT industry, playing multiple roles spanning global teams. She has a passion for full-stack engineering and has a keen eye for user experience for the products th... Show more

Usman Madani Zanna is an accomplished Cybersecurity Professional and Software Development Entrepreneur with a strong background in Network Technology. Holding a BSc in Network Technology and Cybersecurity from Lincoln University College, Malaysia (Nsuk Campus) and a Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence from Baze University, Abuja, he possesses a deep understanding of modern cybersecurity landscapes and emerging digital technologies.

Usman is the Founder of ZannaTech Innovations Ltd, where he leads projects focused on building secure, scalable, and user-centric digital solutions across e-commerce, education, and business automation. He is adept at crafting innovative software products, including e-learning platforms, AI chatbots, and mobile applications, all designed to enhance digital accessibility and efficiency in Africa’s growing tech ecosystem.

As the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Aswaq IT Academy, he provides hands-on training in no-code development, mobile and iOS app development, and AI-driven solutions, empowering individuals to turn ideas into real-world applications. Concurrently, he serves as an Executive Member and Team Lead at Aswaq IT Ltd, where he contributes to strategic technology development and cybersecurity management.

Through his leadership and technical expertise, Usman Madani Zanna continues to drive innovation, inspire digital transformation, and nurture the next generation of African tech professionals.

Usman Madani Zanna is an accomplished Cybersecurity Professional and Software Development Entrepreneur with a strong background in Network Technology. Holding a BSc in Network Technology and Cybersecurity from Lincoln University College, Malaysia (Ns... Show more

I did my Doctorate in the field computer vision for medical images. I have been working with images and textual data within medical domain. Currently, I have been involved in several projects related to bioinformatics, ML and multi-omics in veterinary science and evolutionary hologenomics. Apart from the main projects, I am working with other computer vision projects related to medical, infrastructure and other smaller projects. My future projects will include multi-modal models within health science.

I did my Doctorate in the field computer vision for medical images. I have been working with images and textual data within medical domain. Currently, I have been involved in several projects related to bioinformatics, ML and multi-omics in veterinar... Show more

Project manager and operations expert with 8+ years of experience in building scalable structures in SMEs and start-ups – from supply chain and process optimisation to change
management. My strengths: structuring complex topics, coordinating cross-functional teams and implementing solutions pragmatically.

Project manager and operations expert with 8+ years of experience in building scalable structures in SMEs and start-ups – from supply chain and process optimisation to change management. My strengths: structuring complex topics, coordinating cross-f... Show more

am a technology leader with more than 15 years of experience in the automotive, banking, and healthcare industries. My core expertise is in full-stack engineering, cloud modernization, and AI/ML integration, where I focus on building scalable and intelligent digital systems.

I have led major projects at JPMorgan Chase and American Honda Motors, including:

Developing a Spring Boot–based platform to automate vehicle software updates.

Migrating legacy systems to microservices and cloud-native architectures.

Delivering serverless cloud solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and ElastiCache.

Building dashboards and APIs for real-time operational insights.

With over a decade of experience in U.S. Medicaid, I now focus on applying AI/ML for fraud detection, intelligent automation, and cybersecurity in healthcare.

I actively share my knowledge as a technical writer on DZone, covering Java, Spring Boot, backend engineering, and distributed systems. Currently, I am pursuing a Postgraduate Programme in Generative AI and Machine Learning at the Illinois Institute of Technology, specializing in responsible AI and enterprise-scale deployments.

I am passionate about mentoring and community engagement. I have judged several global hackathons—FusionHacks, Hidden Leaf Hackathon, W3B Pitchfest, and the Israeli–Indian Hackathon

I also hold AWS Certified Developer – Associate and AWS Solutions Architect – Associate credentials, which help me design secure, cost-efficient, and scalable cloud solutions.

am a technology leader with more than 15 years of experience in the automotive, banking, and healthcare industries. My core expertise is in full-stack engineering, cloud modernization, and AI/ML integration, where I focus on building scalable and int... Show more

Om Prakash Singh is an experienced cloud-native security and platform engineering leader with over 20 years of experience in IT automation, cloud computing, and DevOps. As the Capability Lead for Linux, Satellite, and Ansible at a leading financial firm, Om Prakash Singh has helped organizations build secure, scalable, and automated infrastructure. They are a CNCF enthusiast and a frequent contributor to open-source communities, focusing on Kubernetes, cloud security, and platform engineering. Om Prakash Singhis also the founder of AO+ Solutions, an IT consulting firm specializing in digital transformation, managed security, and cloud-native strategies.

Om Prakash Singh is an experienced cloud-native security and platform engineering leader with over 20 years of experience in IT automation, cloud computing, and DevOps. As the Capability Lead for Linux, Satellite, and Ansible at a leading financial f... Show more

Jeremy Frye is principal architect lead on the Advanced Analytics team at Redapt. He has over 15 years of experience in database design, development, business intelligence, data analytics, solutions architecture and management across on-premises and cloud platforms. Jeremy has presented at a variety of conferences both in-person and virtually, company webinars and local user groups throughout the country. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, participating in recreational sports, and producing music.

Jeremy Frye is principal architect lead on the Advanced Analytics team at Redapt. He has over 15 years of experience in database design, development, business intelligence, data analytics, solutions architecture and management across on-premises and... Show more

Security of APIs - AI agents, LLMs, Ethical Hacker, advising small business owners on CyberSec.

Former Real Estate businesses owner for 10 year, Previously sold IT related project at Financial Mail and Businesses Day finance publications

Security of APIs - AI agents, LLMs, Ethical Hacker, advising small business owners on CyberSec. Former Real Estate businesses owner for 10 year, Previously sold IT related project at Financial Mail and Businesses Day finance publications Show more

Tali has 13 years of experience in the fields of Data, working at leading tech companies like Wix (10 years, Director of Data) and Simply (2 years, Head of Data). She co-founded Data Queens, a non-profit Israeli community for women in data with over 1800 members. She teaches at Hebrew University and Masterschool, and consults for various organizations, helping them harness the full potential of data through impactful communication and strategy.

Tali has 13 years of experience in the fields of Data, working at leading tech companies like Wix (10 years, Director of Data) and Simply (2 years, Head of Data). She co-founded Data Queens, a non-profit Israeli community for women in data with over ... Show more

Sandeep Sonawane is a Senior Staff Business Analyst and Research Scholar with the Independent Systems Research Group (ISRG), California, USA. He specializes in enterprise automation, AI-driven pricing intelligence, and large-scale OEM onboarding frameworks across global technology ecosystems. With over a decade of experience driving transformation across CPQ, ERP, and partner-integration platforms, Sandeep has led several strategic initiatives for top OEM partners including Cisco, Lenovo, Fujitsu, Dell, and HPE.

His research focuses on the convergence of machine learning, autonomous workflow orchestration, and digital governance—particularly in the areas of zero-touch onboarding, predictive discounting models, and cross-system data harmonization. He is the architect of multiple end-to-end automation frameworks that reduced manual quoting effort by more than 70%, improved pricing accuracy, and delivered multimillion-dollar annual productivity gains across enterprise revenue operations.

Sandeep’s prior work includes the development of the Customer Pricing Profile (CPP) model, a 12-quarter predictive pricing engine utilizing ensemble methods such as XGBoost, Random Forest, and LSTM-based time-series forecasting. He has also contributed significantly to innovations such as blockchain-backed audit trails, AI-driven deal registration governance, cost-relief anomaly detection, and revenue-share validation engines.

A recognized leader in digital transformation, Sandeep partners closely with SaaS Engineering, RevOps, Finance, Channel Operations, Legal, and global OEM ecosystems to establish robust governance frameworks, scalable automation models, and next-generation CPQ architectures. His research and professional work align with emerging Industry 5.0 principles, emphasizing human-machine collaboration, compliance integrity, and autonomous enterprise evolution.

He actively contributes to thought leadership in AI-enabled Q2C modernization, participates in cross-functional steering committees, and supports enterprise innovation programs focused on data intelligence, machine learning, and sustainable operational excellence.

Sandeep Sonawane is a Senior Staff Business Analyst and Research Scholar with the Independent Systems Research Group (ISRG), California, USA. He specializes in enterprise automation, AI-driven pricing intelligence, and large-scale OEM onboarding fram... Show more

Having been through all technological revolutions in NLP:
Transformers in 2019
LLM in 2022
always with my old pal Elasticsearch which followed and adapted to them

Having been through all technological revolutions in NLP: Transformers in 2019 LLM in 2022 always with my old pal Elasticsearch which followed and adapted to them Show more

Harmony Sithole is the Co-founder and COO of Neuronet AI Solutions, a company delivering tailored AI solutions for enterprises with a backbone in data annotation and analytics. Neuronet collaborates with the University of Zimbabwe Innovation Hub and the Zimbabwe Centre for High Performance Computing to run an AI research lab at UZ, advancing frontier innovation in data and machine learning. A Pan-African speaker, strategist, and communication coach, Harmony is also the creator of the S.P.E.A.K Framework™, through which he has trained 500+ leaders, startups, and executives. His mission is clear: “Your Voice is a Weapon. Wield It.”

Harmony Sithole is the Co-founder and COO of Neuronet AI Solutions, a company delivering tailored AI solutions for enterprises with a backbone in data annotation and analytics. Neuronet collaborates with the University of Zimbabwe Innovation Hub and ... Show more

Ingeniero eléctrico devenido en mendigo de protocolos de Internet. Me fascina la conectividad, el fenómeno de que mi notebook le puede enviar un paquete a una máquina en las antípodas del mundo y que casi seguramente ese paquete va llegar.

Trabajo en temas de protocolos y operación de Internet hace 20 años. Mi foco en este momento es IPv6, DNS y routing seguro para interconexión.

Me encanta obrar de mentor y atraer nuevo talento a esta aventura de mantener el mundo conectado.

Fotógrafo aficionado (malo, pero no me deja de gustar), me encanta el fútbol (también juego pésimo).

Ingeniero eléctrico devenido en mendigo de protocolos de Internet. Me fascina la conectividad, el fenómeno de que mi notebook le puede enviar un paquete a una máquina en las antípodas del mundo y que casi seguramente ese paquete va llegar. Trabajo... Show more

Lead Applications Developer Analyst | DevOps | CKA | RSM® | Multi-Cloud Strategist (GCP | Azure | AWS) | DIY | Turning Chaos into Opportunity

Lead Applications Developer Analyst | DevOps | CKA | RSM® | Multi-Cloud Strategist (GCP | Azure | AWS) | DIY | Turning Chaos into Opportunity Show more

I began working as a software developer in 2015 during my Bachelor's degree, where I created computer models of physical processes. Since then, I have been passionate about software development, consistently enhancing my skills and knowledge in this field. For my master’s degree graduation, I developed a program to the stage of a ready-to-use product. This achievement motivated me to pursue a career as a professional developer.

For last seven years, I've worked as a full-stack developer. During this time, I've had the opportunity to work on both large projects and small startups, refactoring legacy projects, and pioneering new frameworks and methodologies. I contribute to the open-source community, actively study and research development issues, and assist people in finding answers on StackOverflow, maintain flatpack and snap packages, write articles.

I began working as a software developer in 2015 during my Bachelor's degree, where I created computer models of physical processes. Since then, I have been passionate about software development, consistently enhancing my skills and knowledge in this ... Show more

Actualmente lidero la unidad de Xpert Consulting en UX & Product Strategy en SHIFTA

Con 25 años de experiencia y formación en el ámbito de Experiencia de Usuario y Estrategia de Producto he trabajado en sectores como healthtech, healthcare, wellness, realstate, retail, marketplace, food service, telco/ media, energy, edutech, public sector y ongs ayudando a empresas y organizaciones a tomar decisiones estratégicas basadas en el comportamiento de sus usuarios con un enfoque que combina rigor metodológico con una mirada basada en los objetivos de negocio y producto.

Me he formado en facilitación de dinámicas para colaborar al encuadre de necesidades y problemas.

También me he especializado en Usabilidad, Accesibilidad Digital y Diseño conversacional para Asistentes Virtuales

He colaborado con diversas empresas en el armado de equipos de UX/UI como Manager entre ellas SHIFTA con el Framework Dual Track Agile y Discovery continuo.

Actualmente lidero la unidad de Xpert Consulting en UX & Product Strategy en SHIFTA Con 25 años de experiencia y formación en el ámbito de Experiencia de Usuario y Estrategia de Producto he trabajado en sectores como healthtech, healthcare, wellne... Show more

Dan is a former computational, mathematical physicist turned software developer / designer / leader turned turned Agile, XP, and technical coach.

At Everest he helps people and teams and leaders get better through a blend of fun and challenging training plus coaching.

He teaches martial arts (Japanese Jiu-jitsu, Judo and Kung Fu) in his spare time.

Dan is a former computational, mathematical physicist turned software developer / designer / leader turned turned Agile, XP, and technical coach. At Everest he helps people and teams and leaders get better through a blend of fun and challenging tr... Show more

Shumaila Ahmed is a Senior DevSecOps Engineer with extensive experience designing secure software pipelines for regulated industries. She has led security architecture and compliance initiatives, helping organizations align with SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, and GDPR.

Shumaila specializes in integrating security into CI/CD workflows. Her work bridges DevSecOps, supply chain security, and AI-powered trust frameworks, with a focus on scalable, audit-ready infrastructure in multicloud setups.

An educator and open-source contributor, Shumaila has taught digital forensics at the postgraduate level and built cybersecurity awareness programs for underserved communities. She is passionate about simplifying complex compliance processes through automation.

Shumaila Ahmed is a Senior DevSecOps Engineer with extensive experience designing secure software pipelines for regulated industries. She has led security architecture and compliance initiatives, helping organizations align with SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 270... Show more

Catherine started as a user on Salesforce over 10 years ago and having worked across many parts of the Salesforce Ecosystem she has great knowledge of various roles and how they interlink with each other. This has given her a good platform to collect and collate user stories as well as understanding how to translate these into Tickets, processes and much more. Having worked as a Project Manager, SME & Product Owner she has the knowledge to help businesses transform.

Catherine started as a user on Salesforce over 10 years ago and having worked across many parts of the Salesforce Ecosystem she has great knowledge of various roles and how they interlink with each other. This has given her a good platform to collect... Show more

With over a decade of experience in product management and developer platforms, I specialize in scaling open data ecosystems and enabling developer-first experiences. As a Senior Product Manager at Volvo Cars, I lead the Developer Portal and API strategy, ensuring seamless access to data while navigating compliance challenges like the EU Data Act. Passionate about API ecosystems, DX, and Open Data, and contribute to enterprise API strategies.

With over a decade of experience in product management and developer platforms, I specialize in scaling open data ecosystems and enabling developer-first experiences. As a Senior Product Manager at Volvo Cars, I lead the Developer Portal and API stra... Show more

Steven Pingel is a seasoned software engineering leader with over 15 years of experience building full-stack .NET applications. He has worked across a variety of industries, including AgTech, FinTech, ECommerce, and Healthcare, solving complex problems with scalable and maintainable solutions. Passionate about software architecture and happy, healthy teams, Steven enjoys sharing insights on building robust systems that satisfy the developers just as much as the users.

Steven Pingel is a seasoned software engineering leader with over 15 years of experience building full-stack .NET applications. He has worked across a variety of industries, including AgTech, FinTech, ECommerce, and Healthcare, solving complex proble... Show more