Nada Lena Nasserdeen is the CEO and Founder of Rise Up For You, a global leadership and career confidence company dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential through soft skills development. A #1 Best Selling Author, 2x TEDx Speaker, and Leadership and Confidence Coach, Nada has impacted over 100,000 individuals worldwide with her transformative coaching and training programs.

With a Master’s degree in Executive Leadership and more than a decade of experience as a professor and executive in education, Nada brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical expertise. She has shared stages with influential figures like Tony Robbins, Les Brown, and Marie Forleo, and has been featured on platforms like Bloomberg, Canada’s Global TV, and Radio Canada. As a co-host of The Office Hours talk show, Nada interviews celebrities, athletes, and entrepreneurs, providing insights on leadership and personal growth.

Recognized for her work in promoting leadership and emotional intelligence, Nada has been honored with awards such as the California Women of Influence Award for Entrepreneurship and the Keynote Speaker Award from the Lebanese Collegiate Network. Through Rise Up For You, Nada and her team have partnered with Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and individuals across more than 50 countries, empowering them to enhance their leadership, communication, and overall performance.

Her signature message—"The greatest tragedy is wasted human potential"—drives her mission to help professionals rise up, take the lead, and achieve sustainable success.

Nada Lena Nasserdeen is the CEO and Founder of Rise Up For You, a global leadership and career confidence company dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential through soft skills development. A #1 Best Selling ... Show more

Working full-time on developing and integrating AI solution for our clients. Machine learning expert and Cloud DevOps Engineer.

Master's degree specialized in artificial intelligence and bachelor degree in software engineering.

Working full-time on developing and integrating AI solution for our clients. Machine learning expert and Cloud DevOps Engineer. Master's degree specialized in artificial intelligence and bachelor degree in software engineering. 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

As a seasoned engineer with extensive experience in AI and machine learning, I possess a unique blend of skills in full-stack data science, machine learning, and software engineering, complemented by a solid foundation in mathematics. My expertise lies in designing, deploying, and monitoring AI/ML software products at scale, adhering to MLOps/LLMOps and best practices in software engineering.

Having previously led the MLOps practice at Concentrix Catalyst and the ML Engineering global team at Levi Strauss & Co., I have developed a profound understanding of implementing real-time and batch time ML solutions for several Fortune 500 enterprises. This experience has significantly enhanced my ability to manage big data and leverage cloud engineering, particularly with Azure's AI, GCP and AWS.

Currently, at Microsoft, as a Principal Technical Member of the prestigious AI Global Black Belt team, I am dedicated to empowering the world's largest enterprises with cutting-edge generative AI and machine learning solutions. My role involves driving transformative outcomes through the adoption of the latest AI technologies and demystifying the most complex architectural and development patterns. Additionally, I am actively involved in shaping the industry’s direction in LLMOps and contributing to open source by publishing impactful software and AI solutions.

As a seasoned engineer with extensive experience in AI and machine learning, I possess a unique blend of skills in full-stack data science, machine learning, and software engineering, complemented by a solid foundation in mathematics. My expertise li... Show more

Rachael Ardanuy is a distinguished attorney, thought leader and founder of RZA Legal. With over a decade of experience, Rachael excels at guiding clients through starting up and building their business foundation, negotiating real estate transactions, buying and selling businesses, preparing and reviewing contracts, confirming regulatory compliance, preparing an exit strategy, business succession and estate planning. Her commitment to excellence and innovative approach to legal challenges have established her as a trusted advisor for clients across various industries including marijuana, liquor, hospitality, manufacturing, service- and product-based businesses, healthcare, and agriculture.

Throughout her career, Rachael has represented entrepreneurs and small businesses for general business counsel and has forged great relationships as local and regulatory counsel for larger law firms and companies with in-house counsel. Rachael consistently delivers strategic solutions that align with her clients' goals. Her expertise extends to navigating intricate legal landscapes, ensuring compliance with ever-evolving regulations, and advocating for her clients in high-stakes transactions.

In addition to her legal practice, Rachael frequently shares her insights on topics such as legal and policy issues facing small businesses, the intersection of business ownership and estate planning, business and legal strategy and ethics. Her engaging presentation style and ability to distill complex concepts into actionable advice make her a sought-after speaker and educator.

Rachael also serves as a volunteer attorney with the Colorado Small Business Legal Assistance Program through the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade.

When she is not advocating for her clients or inspiring others through speaking engagements, Rachael enjoys teaching Jazzercise dance-based fitness classes, reading library books in her hammock, and spending time with her family.

Rachael Ardanuy is a distinguished attorney, thought leader and founder of RZA Legal. With over a decade of experience, Rachael excels at guiding clients through starting up and building their business foundation, negotiating real estate transactions... Show more

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👋🏻 Hi! I am Semirah Dolan, a proud women in tech, from the East Coast.

🎙 I share my experience with people everyday as a Cloud Engineer & Instructor. As a Linkedin Learning Instructor & international tech speaker, I've been in rooms of C-Suite Executives, Board Members, Enterprise companies and more!

💡 What Semirah does:

Semirah Dolan is a highly accomplished Cloud Engineer and Diversity Ambassador, with extensive experience in delivering digital technology solutions, products, and services to drive the success of multinational companies at the forefront of digital transformation.

In addition to her impressive work in the tech industry, Semirah is also recognized as a prominent e-learning instructor and inventor. Her career in engineering began with an apprenticeship as a chemical engineer for the US Navy, where she honed her technical skills and went on to work in various industries. From her role as a manufacturing engineer at Johnson & Johnson's neuron-surgery business unit, to serving as a mechanical engineer at Alcoa's aerospace heat treatment plant, and finally as a software engineer at eBay, Semirah has built an extensive toolkit of engineering skills. Currently, she is sharing her expertise with learners worldwide by instructing Cloud Foundations on LinkedIn Learning.

A sought-after speaker, Semirah has presented at conferences globally, including the Mozilla Firefox London All Hands, the Grace Hopper Celebration for Women in Computing, the National Society of Black Engineers, Duke University, University of Massachusetts, BITCON, and many others. Her workshop topics are diverse, ranging from Cloud Computing and Infrastructure to Professional Development, and Diversity issues that have been integral to her own career journey.

During Semirah's time at eBay, she developed and patented a virtual reality experienced to aid in the enablement of live events being more handicap accessible.

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[Disclaimer: All opinions, insights, and perspectives given and portrayed through my content are my own and are not reflective of the company I work for nor the brands I collaborate with.] 💡 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 👋🏻 Hi! I am Semirah Dolan, a proud... Show more

Solution and Cloud Architect with a rich history in information technologies and systems management. During my career, I have laid hands on many projects in IT infrastructure and software development, varying in size, scale and complexity. Starting with the first steps of planning and preparation, to the final deployment and implementation. I have experience working with many business domains: energy, e-commerce, banking, IT industry, telecommunication, logistics and supply chain management and other.

Solution and Cloud Architect with a rich history in information technologies and systems management. During my career, I have laid hands on many projects in IT infrastructure and software development, varying in size, scale and complexity. Starting w... Show more

Jaivardhan is an Open Source Software Enthusiast, working with Red Hat as an Engineering manager. I contribute to projects like Janus-IDP, Backstage, OpenShift, fabric8-analytics, and technologies that revolve around IDEs, and user interfaces/web.

Jaivardhan is an Open Source Software Enthusiast, working with Red Hat as an Engineering manager. I contribute to projects like Janus-IDP, Backstage, OpenShift, fabric8-analytics, and technologies that revolve around IDEs, and user interfaces/web. Show more

Srinivas Pagadala Sekar is a Senior Site Reliability Manager at KARSUN Solutions with over 14 years of expertise in transforming enterprise software development and delivery through cutting-edge DevSecOps practices and cloud-native solutions. Currently based in Prosper, Texas, Srinivas specializes in orchestrating containerized workloads, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing observability across distributed systems.
In his current role, Srinivas has achieved remarkable operational improvements, including 80% reduction in manual operations through cloud infrastructure optimization and successful implementation of modern Site Reliability Engineering practices. He has architected cloud-native solutions on Amazon EKS, engineered high-performance CI/CD pipelines using Tekton and Jenkins, and spearheaded infrastructure optimization through Platform as a Service strategies.
His technical expertise spans the full spectrum of modern cloud operations, including Kubernetes orchestration, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), GitOps workflows, and comprehensive observability solutions. Srinivas is particularly passionate about pioneering security compliance frameworks and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation and scalability.
Previous to his current role, Srinivas held senior positions at NTT Data Services, Mastech Digital, and Capgemini, where he consistently delivered transformational results including 60% reduction in deployment costs, successful automation of enterprise-scale DevOps platforms, and leadership of offshore teams comprising 15+ engineers. His experience includes designing custom automation solutions that have generated significant cost savings, such as a $40,000 annual savings project involving streamlined data ingestion processes.
Srinivas holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Anna University, India, and maintains current certifications including Kubernetes Certified Administrator. He has also earned AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, IBM Certified Deployment Professional, and Docker Certified Associate credentials, demonstrating his commitment to staying current with evolving cloud technologies.

Srinivas Pagadala Sekar is a Senior Site Reliability Manager at KARSUN Solutions with over 14 years of expertise in transforming enterprise software development and delivery through cutting-edge DevSecOps practices and cloud-native solutions. Current... Show more

Annapurneswar Putrevu is a strategic Enterprise Architect and Senior Manager with over 22 years of experience driving enterprise-wide IT transformation. He specializes in enterprise data platforms, cloud computing, AI/ML, middleware, and digital transformation—aligning technology strategy with business impact.

At Bloom Energy, he leads three verticals—cloud applications, middleware, and QA—delivering scalable and secure enterprise solutions. He architected a modern Enterprise Data Platform that integrates real-time data pipelines, strong governance, and analytics-driven automation, achieving a 100% increase in data accuracy through automated reconciliation and anomaly detection. This work has been presented at industry forums, where Annapurneswar has spoken about building data platforms as the backbone of digital enterprises.

His portfolio includes Ask EBS, a GenAI-powered Oracle ERP solution enabling SQL-free insights with 60% faster data retrieval, and the AMG Financiers Public Portal, which automated compliance tracking and delivered $600K annual savings. He has also built ML-based forecasting platforms improving spare parts accuracy by 15% and reducing costs by 18%, along with private API ecosystems, sales data marts, and end-to-end DevOps pipelines.

Earlier, he managed large-scale ERP and Salesforce Service Cloud implementations, and as a Principal Consultant at Oracle Corporation, delivered 200+ global integrations. His career reflects a strong balance of hands-on architecture, business leadership, and cross-functional innovation.

Annapurneswar holds a Master of Computer Applications (NIT Raipur), an Advanced Software Engineering Certification (IIT-M), and a Postgraduate Certificate in AI/ML (Texas McCombs). He is also AWS Cloud Practitioner certified, an APICS Supply Chain Management credential holder, and currently serves as a judge for the Globee Awards, recognizing excellence in global technology innovation.

During his academic journey, he completed a project on The blower failure prediction project is a machine learning initiative aimed at transitioning from reactive to predictive maintenance for fuel blowers. which laid the foundation for his passion for enterprise-scale systems.

A published author and sought-after conference speaker, Annapurneswar is known for his innovation-driven mindset and ability to deliver enterprise data solutions that transform operations and drive measurable value.

Annapurneswar Putrevu is a strategic Enterprise Architect and Senior Manager with over 22 years of experience driving enterprise-wide IT transformation. He specializes in enterprise data platforms, cloud computing, AI/ML, middleware, and digital tran... Show more

Frank is a Software Developer with a few years of technical writing experience and expertise in producing user manuals & documentation for complex software applications. Frank is also passionate about helping the developer community share knowledge & experiences in open source

Frank is a Software Developer with a few years of technical writing experience and expertise in producing user manuals & documentation for complex software applications. Frank is also passionate about helping the developer community share knowledge &... Show more

As a seasoned Business Developer with over two decades of experience in Product Management and Relationship Management, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and commercial acumen to the Telecommunications and Fintech (Payments) industries. My strong technical background, combined with extensive financial knowledge, allows me to approach business challenges holistically, delivering innovative solutions that drive growth and success.

Throughout my career, I have navigated complex corporate settings while maintaining an entrepreneurial mindset, enabling me to adapt quickly and identify untapped opportunities. With a proven track record in establishing excellent communication channels within multicultural environments, I have successfully led cross-functional teams across various geographies, fostering collaboration and achieving outstanding results.

My expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and post-launch optimization. I have a deep understanding of the ever-evolving Telecommunications and Fintech landscapes, allowing me to anticipate market trends and develop strategies that keep organizations at the forefront of their industries.

As a speaker, I am passionate about sharing my insights and experiences to inspire and empower others to embrace innovation, cultivate strategic partnerships, and drive transformative growth in their organizations. Let me help you bridge the gap between technology, finance, and business to unlock your full potential and achieve sustainable success.

As a seasoned Business Developer with over two decades of experience in Product Management and Relationship Management, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and commercial acumen to the Telecommunications and Fintech (Payments) industries. M... Show more

As AWS Technical Lead, I oversee a global team supporting silicon development for EC2 and storage platforms. With 15+ years in DevOps and Cloud, I specialize in CI/CD orchestration, infrastructure automation, and collaboration, ensuring operational efficiency and security.

leading an open-source CI/CD solution and deploying CDOT storage systems. Proficient in Linux, Docker, AWS, MongoDB, Python, and more, I prioritize infrastructure-as-code, reliability, scalability, and security, aiming to deliver high-performance cloud services that exceed customer expectations.

As AWS Technical Lead, I oversee a global team supporting silicon development for EC2 and storage platforms. With 15+ years in DevOps and Cloud, I specialize in CI/CD orchestration, infrastructure automation, and collaboration, ensuring operational e... Show more

Hello, I'm Javier a serverless enthusiast. I've 8 years of experience working with serverless architectures and recently started mentoring colleagues in their serverless journey. Have a nice day

Hello, I'm Javier a serverless enthusiast. I've 8 years of experience working with serverless architectures and recently started mentoring colleagues in their serverless journey. Have a nice day Show more

A results-driven Software Developer with years of proven excellence in crafting maintainable web applications

A results-driven Software Developer with years of proven excellence in crafting maintainable web applications Show more

Hola, soy Luis Flores, un apasionado de la tecnología con una sólida trayectoria en el marketing digital. Desde que creé mi primer sitio web a los 14 años, mi carrera ha estado dedicada a convertirme en un experto digital versátil, especializado en performance marketing, que, para mí, abarca todo lo relacionado con el mundo digital y los negocios.

Con una amplia experiencia en la implementación de herramientas de Marketing Automation y CRM como Dynamics, HubSpot, o Zoho (entre otras), poseo una visión global de las ventajas de cada solución del mercado. Sé cómo integrar y optimizar las herramientas de marketing y ventas para maximizar su efectividad.

Mi pasión por la tecnología impulsa mi objetivo principal: mantener una conexión inquebrantable con el sector mediante la creación de estrategias de digitalización.

Descubre mucho más sobre mí en www.luis-flores.com

Hola, soy Luis Flores, un apasionado de la tecnología con una sólida trayectoria en el marketing digital. Desde que creé mi primer sitio web a los 14 años, mi carrera ha estado dedicada a convertirme en un experto digital versátil, especializado en p... Show more

Ingeniero de Software egresado de la Universidad de la Salle Bajío con un Máster en Smart Cities de la Universidad de Cádiz. Más de 10 años de experiencia en el desarrollo de software, liderazgo de proyectos tecnológicos, empresariales y de marketing. CEO y Fundador de Leia, una empresa de desarrollo de proyectos tecnológicos a la medida. Mentor y conferencista en múltiples eventos y universidades, miembro activo de asociaciones como Kybernus y la Comunidad de Programadores de Guanajuato.

Ingeniero de Software egresado de la Universidad de la Salle Bajío con un Máster en Smart Cities de la Universidad de Cádiz. Más de 10 años de experiencia en el desarrollo de software, liderazgo de proyectos tecnológicos, empresariales y de marketing... Show more

Hanuma is an aspiring polyglot programmer and a learner for life. He likes to talk to fellow developers about various technologies, trends, and their applications to business problems. In his free time, he loves to travel across the country.

Hanuma is an aspiring polyglot programmer and a learner for life. He likes to talk to fellow developers about various technologies, trends, and their applications to business problems. In his free time, he loves to travel across the country. Show more

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Kirk Barnes is an author, entrepreneur, speaker, investor and super connector. Kirk’s mission is to help over 1 million people learn the art and science of intentional relationship building and storytelling, by teaching his L.E.N.S. Principles, which consists of Leadership, Entrepreneurship/innovation, Networking and Sales Excellence.

Kirk is the author of Networking…The Path to Profit, Promotions and Power, as well as numerous articles in Forbes. Additionally, Kirk’s engagements include Program Director for the Southeast MBDA Minority Business Growth Hub, Co-Chair of TogetherHealth, Entrepreneur-in-Residence for the University of Miami Innovation Coulter Center, Board Member of the Ora Lee Cancer Research Foundation, Advisory Council of The Tulsa Innovation Labs, Partner for the Georgia Institute of Technology, Enterprise Innovation Institute, former EIR for the Engage Venture Fund and commercialization partner with foreign governments such as Canada, Argentina and Colombia.

He is the Co-Founder and CEO of TransPharMed, an international business development firm that uses their 25/15/60 CAP Selling Model ®and networking to accelerate the sales cycle of healthcare technology & innovation. Kirk has worked with corporations, venture capital firms, startups, accelerators and governments to help their businesses successfully scale.

Previously, Kirk raised the funds to launch the inaugural healthcare technology program overseeing 40 startups at the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC), which serves the entire state of Georgia and is housed at the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Kirk is married with two wonderful children. In his spare time, he enjoys music, hiking, golfing, exploring new technology, traveling the world and spending time with friends and family.

Kirk holds a B.A. in Economics from Florida A&M University. (Go Rattlers!)

Bio Kirk Barnes is an author, entrepreneur, speaker, investor and super connector. Kirk’s mission is to help over 1 million people learn the art and science of intentional relationship building and storytelling, by teaching his L.E.N.S. Principles... Show more

Johannes Foufas is a Lead Architect Sw at Volvo Cars, known for his significant contributions to the field of automotive software engineering. His expertise particularly shines in the area of continuous integration toolchains for embedded software development. Zuul was implemented under his guidance and enables continuous building, testing, and deployment of iterative code changes across multiple projects, streamlining the software development process at Volvo Cars.

Moreover, Foufas innovative spirit is evident in his contributions to the field of automotive technology through various patents. He holds patents related to methods and systems for controlling fuel injection, but also gas flow control, in combustion engines, showcasing his ability to address complex challenges in vehicle performance and efficiency.

Johannes Foufas is a Lead Architect Sw at Volvo Cars, known for his significant contributions to the field of automotive software engineering. His expertise particularly shines in the area of continuous integration toolchains for embedded software de... Show more

Carmen Josefina López Arismendi se graduou em direito trabalhista na Universidade de Carabobo, na Venezuela, e iniciou sua carreira jurídica na equipe do Dr. Luis Ruiz Carrillo. Lá, ela se destacou na preparação de documentos e estratégias para litígios complexos, estabelecendo-se rapidamente como uma profissional meticulosa e dedicada.

Após ganhar experiência e reconhecimento no campo jurídico, ela e seu esposo decidiram diversificar seus investimentos, entrando no setor empresarial com foco em imóveis e restaurantes. A transição de Carmen para o empreendedorismo revelou sua habilidade em aplicar conhecimentos jurídicos em um contexto comercial, administrando com sucesso os aspectos legais e operacionais de seus negócios.

Mais recentemente, ela liderou a fundação da Hydrog, uma startup baseada em Houston que trouxe inovações para a indústria de extração de petróleo com uma tecnologia patenteada. Este empreendimento, gerido em parceria com seu esposo, promete revolucionar os métodos tradicionais de extração de petróleo, oferecendo soluções mais eficientes e sustentáveis. A apresentação dessa tecnologia ocorrerá em um evento de lançamento que pretende reunir especialistas do setor e potenciais parceiros.

Desde jovem, Carmen foi uma atleta excepcional, participando de competições de natação e basquete, onde suas habilidades e espírito competitivo a levaram a várias vitórias. Sua paixão pelo esporte andava de mãos dadas com um amor pela leitura, que alimentava sua mente com ficção e textos históricos, expandindo sua visão de mundo.

Ela tem um profundo apreço pela cultura venezuelana, dedicando tempo para explorar o país e aprender sobre sua história e diversidade cultural. Esses esforços para entender e celebrar sua herança ajudaram a reforçar sua identidade e valores pessoais.

No centro de sua vida está sua família. Carmen prioriza o bem-estar e a união familiar, desempenhando com orgulho o papel de matriarca. Ela cultiva um ambiente familiar onde amor, apoio e respeito são fundamentais, perpetuando os valores herdados de sua mãe.

Nos últimos anos, ela adotou práticas de vida saudável, integrando Pilates e meditação em sua rotina diária para manter o equilíbrio entre as demandas de sua vida pessoal e profissional.

Junto com seu esposo, Carmen Josefina López Arismendi também lidera esforços através da Fundação St. Antonio no Panamá, focada em reduzir a evasão escolar e apoiar jovens em suas trajetórias educacionais. Eles estão empenhados em melhorar a educação como meio de transformação social, procurando ampliar o impacto de suas iniciativas para beneficiar um número maior de estudantes.

Carmen Josefina López Arismendi se graduou em direito trabalhista na Universidade de Carabobo, na Venezuela, e iniciou sua carreira jurídica na equipe do Dr. Luis Ruiz Carrillo. Lá, ela se destacou na preparação de documentos e estratégias para litíg... Show more

As a frontend developer, my enthusiasm for graphics is the driving force behind my work. My adventure began with a keen interest in the visual elements of the web, and I have since committed myself to pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved with code and design.

As a frontend developer, my enthusiasm for graphics is the driving force behind my work. My adventure began with a keen interest in the visual elements of the web, and I have since committed myself to pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved wi... Show more

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Software developer(Frontend Heavy) with over 7 years experience.

Building the future one code line at a time

Software developer(Frontend Heavy) with over 7 years experience. Building the future one code line at a time Show more

I'm a computer engineer with more than 17 years of experience. From 2021 I have been leading a data management project for a multinational retail company.

I'm a computer engineer with more than 17 years of experience. From 2021 I have been leading a data management project for a multinational retail company. Show more

Joey is a Senior Solutions Engineer with Snyk, based out of Chicago, IL. After studying computer engineering and software development, Joey has spent his career focused on making complex technical topics and solutions easily accessible to all types of audiences. His 15 year career in technology has given him experience in a wide variety of areas, including manufacturing, IoT, observability, and cybersecurity.

Joey is a Senior Solutions Engineer with Snyk, based out of Chicago, IL. After studying computer engineering and software development, Joey has spent his career focused on making complex technical topics and solutions easily accessible to all types o... Show more

Cherie Caldwell is a Human Resources thought leader with over two decades of experience. She’s the former Region VP of Human Resources for Comcast NBCUniversal, Director for The Home Depot, Managing Director for Delta Air Lines and Head of DE& I for Salesloft. In 2023, Cherie rebranded & launched The Cherie Caldwell Company to help leaders and companies connect the dots between their teams and business results. She aids in the transformation of performance and productivity by helping leadership teams and individuals resolve internal conflicts, turn high achievers into cohesive teams and effectively navigate work and life.

Cherie Caldwell is a Human Resources thought leader with over two decades of experience. She’s the former Region VP of Human Resources for Comcast NBCUniversal, Director for The Home Depot, Managing Director for Delta Air Lines and Head of DE& I for... Show more

April Wensel is an international keynote speaker and the founder of Compassionate Coding, a conscious business that trains technologists in emotional intelligence and communication skills.

Prior to starting Compassionate Coding, she spent a decade in software engineering and technical leadership roles at various startups in Silicon Valley, building products in healthcare, gaming, education, and user research.

Away from the keyboard, she enjoys gleaning fruit, running ultramarathons, and baking tasty vegan treats.

April Wensel is an international keynote speaker and the founder of Compassionate Coding, a conscious business that trains technologists in emotional intelligence and communication skills. Prior to starting Compassionate Coding, she spent a decade... Show more

April is a seasoned strategist, marketing expert, and entrepreneur with nearly 20 years of experience driving growth across diverse industries, including healthcare/MedTech, telecom, insurance, events, energy, and most recently, real estate. As Founder and CEO of Harlequin Consulting, she partners with small and growing businesses to scale their marketing and develop strategies that deliver tangible results. From start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, April has built high-performing teams, launched successful product lines, and led initiatives generating millions in revenue. With deep expertise in healthcare and MedTech, she brings a unique perspective to innovation and commercialization in these complex sectors.

Beyond consulting, April is passionate about teaching the next generation of marketing leaders at MSU Denver and supporting patients and clinicians through pet therapy at UCHealth Anschutz with her dog, Ivy. In her spare time, she enjoys watching her 13-year-old son compete in football and wrestling, taking her 2-year-old to the park, and exploring breweries or concerts with her husband.

April is a seasoned strategist, marketing expert, and entrepreneur with nearly 20 years of experience driving growth across diverse industries, including healthcare/MedTech, telecom, insurance, events, energy, and most recently, real estate. As Found... Show more

Maximilian Lude is professor for Innovation & Strategy as well as co-program director of Responsible Entrepreneurship & Management at ToU. In research and teaching he specializes in the intersection between innovation and marketing. This covers business model innovation, innovation culture, ambidexterity, as well as marketing and brand related challenges and research questions. Thereby he focuses on small & medium sized companies as well as family firms. His research has been published in international peer-reviewed journals such as Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice (ETP), Psychology & Marketing, or Journal of Business Research. Maximilian also serves as Reviewer for several journals such as Journal of Brand Management and Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice and is Member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Family Business Strategy. Concurrently he is Founder & Managing Partner at philoneos GmbH, a strategy and innovation consultancy for family businesses located in Munich.

Maximilian Lude is professor for Innovation & Strategy as well as co-program director of Responsible Entrepreneurship & Management at ToU. In research and teaching he specializes in the intersection between innovation and marketing. This covers busin... Show more