Region & Country

Valued speakers who focus on the geopolitical and cultural aspects of different regions and countries, exploring topics like regional development, international relations, and cultural identity

Holly Olson

Holly Olson

Holly Olson is originally from Montana and grew up very near Yellowstone National Park. She has taught in Japan for 12 years. Holly taught TEFL for most of that time. However, most of Holly’s students in Japan were more like TESOL students. She had numerous students who worked towards studying in the U.S., the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. In addition, Holly has worked with working professionals for business English and little children (3yrs – 6yrs). Holly has also worked in administrative roles in The U.S. Holly currently teaches at Western Washington University with the Asia University America Program.

Holly Olson is originally from Montana and grew up very near Yellowstone National Park. She has taught in Japan for 12 years. Holly taught TEFL for most of that time. However, most of Holly’s students in Japan were more like TESOL students. She ha... Show more

Diksha Deo

Diksha Deo


She is the Field Marshal of INCUBSENCE, thriving to Innovate, Manufacture & Launch scalable products. As innovation strategist & Massachusetts Institute of Technology Bootcamper, she brings 7+ years of expertise in connected devices, cloud platforms, enterprise technologies & published 6+ research papers in IEEE. She impacted 75+ CXO’s & more than 23k people through 250+ tech talks.

Since 3+ years she is a prominent voice of Women Who Code & heads its IoT division & also contributed to the growth of three girls from Indian Institute of Information Technology, Delhi at Rails Girls Summer of Code (RGSoC) in 2017, a code-jam by Tessel. She is also associated with Google Women TechMakers since 17 months.

Her philanthropic organization CKHO is a platform augmenting computer awareness among the underprivileged by utilizing a vast network of co-working spaces existing in the metropolitan cities.

She is the Field Marshal of INCUBSENCE, thriving to Innovate, Manufacture & Launch scalable products. As innovation strategist & Massachusetts Institute of Technology Bootcamper, she brings 7+ years of expertise in connected devices, cloud platform... Show more

Amanda Hartley

Amanda Hartley

My name is Dr. Mandy Hartley. I have always loved science and even at school I knew this was the career path I wanted to pursue. I have a PhD in Genetics and have had an amazing career working with DNA for over 15 years. I have used DNA to help conserve stocks of haddock and sandeels in the North Sea and to find out the genetic cause of diseases in patients with neonatal diabetes, haemophilia, breast cancer, cystic fibrosis and different kidney diseases. I also helped set up the forensic laboratories used by the Norfolk Constabulary, worked on criminal cases and helped trace long lost families using relationship testing.

I now regularly run workshops to teach primary and secondary school children about DNA. I also use stories to teach difficult concepts such as natural selection, inheritance and evolution to children. I am currently getting funding for my GSCE Genetics workshop which will provide an applied approach to secondary pupils allowing them to see how the genetics they are learning about is used in the industry.

I am in the process of creating a science laboratory in Norfolk for children aged 4 years - 18 years. It will be a state of the art laboratory offering children in this area hands-on experience of methods currently used in the field of genetics. In addition, it will be a great opportunity for children of all ages to experience workshops for all aspects of science in a real laboratory.

My first book “The DNA Detectives – To Catch a Thief” was recently published with the second book planned to come out in June next year. These are the first books for 7 – 12 year olds where the characters in the book use DNA to solve a crime. The idea is that children enjoy the exciting story and at the same time they are learning about DNA, cells and forensic science.

I have been so lucky with my career which has come from my love of science and now I get to share that with children and hopefully inspire our next generation of scientists and geneticists.

My name is Dr. Mandy Hartley. I have always loved science and even at school I knew this was the career path I wanted to pursue. I have a PhD in Genetics and have had an amazing career working with DNA for over 15 years. I have used DNA to help conse... Show more

Charly Batista

Charly Batista

Charly is is the PostgreSQL Tech Lead at Percona and he is passionate about databases and performance. He has been working with database and development for over 17 years, and has participated in many projects, from the design of a small sensor to count how many times a ball pass through a basketball hoop to complex database proxy applications.

Outside work Charly loves sports, as a good Brazilian he practices football (or soccer), volleyball, and surprisingly ping-pong. Charly is also passionate about new cultures, their languages and traditions, and has lived and/or worked in few different countries like Brazil, China, the US, and others.

Charly is is the PostgreSQL Tech Lead at Percona and he is passionate about databases and performance. He has been working with database and development for over 17 years, and has participated in many projects, from the design of a small sensor to c... Show more

Aaditya Chapagain

Aaditya Chapagain

i love to build stuff

i love to build stuff Show more

Anton Rubin

Anton Rubin

A dynamic professional in the Information Technology industry, [Your Name] specializes in Kubernetes deployments and supporting customers in overcoming deployment challenges. With a proven ability to absorb and analyze vast amounts of information, they excel at breaking down complex solutions into concise, actionable insights tailored for diverse audiences.

A dynamic professional in the Information Technology industry, [Your Name] specializes in Kubernetes deployments and supporting customers in overcoming deployment challenges. With a proven ability to absorb and analyze vast amounts of information, th... Show more

Azizbek Toshmamatov

Azizbek Toshmamatov

Azizbek Toshmamatov’s academic goals and career plans revolve around deepening his understanding of history and tourism, with a focus on sustainable development. Below is a detailed overview of his aspirations:

1. Academic Goals:
History: Azizbek aims to specialize in historical research, particularly focusing on Central Asian history and its cultural heritage. He is interested in exploring the socio-political and economic factors that have shaped the region's development over centuries. By conducting detailed historical studies, he seeks to contribute to a more nuanced understanding of regional and global history.
Tourism: In addition to history, Azizbek is pursuing studies related to tourism, aiming to combine his historical knowledge with practical skills in tourism management. He intends to research the development of sustainable tourism practices that preserve cultural heritage while boosting local economies.
2. Career Plans:
Research and Academia: Azizbek aspires to pursue a career in research, potentially as a university professor or academic researcher. He is committed to advancing his expertise in history and tourism by participating in further academic programs, such as postgraduate studies or specialized training courses.
Policy and Development: He is also considering a career in policy-making, particularly in areas related to cultural preservation, sustainable tourism, and environmental conservation. He hopes to contribute to policies that support sustainable development while addressing climate change impacts.
International Collaboration: Azizbek plans to engage in international projects and forums, collaborating with organizations that focus on sustainable energy, cultural heritage, and youth development. He aims to leverage his experience to bridge gaps between historical research, tourism, and sustainable development.
3. Scientific Interests:
Sustainable Development: With a strong interest in sustainable energy and climate action, Azizbek is keen to explore how historical and cultural knowledge can inform contemporary sustainable practices. He is particularly interested in the intersection of traditional cultural practices and modern sustainability approaches.

Cultural Heritage and Preservation: His scientific pursuits also involve studying methods for preserving historical sites and cultural landmarks in a way that integrates them into sustainable tourism frameworks. This includes exploring the use of modern technologies for digital archiving and virtual tourism.
Interdisciplinary Research: Azizbek is interested in interdisciplinary research that connects history, environmental studies, and social sciences. He aims to contribute to projects that examine the role of cultural heritage in addressing global challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and economic development.
Overall, I am dedicated to pursuing a career that combines his passions for history, tourism, and sustainable development, with a vision of making a meaningful impact through research, policy-making, and international collaboration.

Azizbek Toshmamatov’s academic goals and career plans revolve around deepening his understanding of history and tourism, with a focus on sustainable development. Below is a detailed overview of his aspirations: 1. Academic Goals: History: Azizbek... Show more

Precious Isola

Precious Isola

CEO at Ileemore. Experienced business developer and manager with an engineering and technology background and over 7 years of entrepreneurship experience, executing multiple business models across various industries. Versatile business consultant with an understanding of the business landscapes of 14 countries, consulting for businesses and organizations across 5 continents. Equipped with a career goal to develop and co-develop innovative solutions to global societal and economic problems.

CEO at Ileemore. Experienced business developer and manager with an engineering and technology background and over 7 years of entrepreneurship experience, executing multiple business models across various industries. Versatile business consultant wit... Show more

Kashish Sharma

Kashish Sharma

Helping brands that do look good!

Helping brands that do look good! Show more

Susan O'Brien

Susan O'Brien

I have 24 years of experience in the industry, 18 of which have been at Liberty IT working across the company on varied projects. I am currently focused on developing and running a business critical multi-million dollar conversational AI platform for Claims and Service customers using AWS, leveraging their NLP and ML capabilities. In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog in the countryside where I live with my husband and 2 teenage daughters.

I have 24 years of experience in the industry, 18 of which have been at Liberty IT working across the company on varied projects. I am currently focused on developing and running a business critical multi-million dollar conversational AI platform for... Show more

Abel Gaillard

Abel Gaillard

Soy Abel Gaillard y me desempeño como Technical Account Manager Lead en Escala 24x7. Trabajo con nube publica desde 2019 y mi principal actividad es orientar a que los clientes optimicen al maximo la nube.

Soy Abel Gaillard y me desempeño como Technical Account Manager Lead en Escala 24x7. Trabajo con nube publica desde 2019 y mi principal actividad es orientar a que los clientes optimicen al maximo la nube. Show more

Dirk Schäfauer

Dirk Schäfauer

I'm a passionate Sitecore Developer since 2011 working at mmmake GmbH, Platinum Partner since 2021 and glad to be part of that amazing company!

With a programming experience of over 25 years I ended up developing Sitecore Solutions in all aspects, with great experience in SXA, EXM, Send, Forms, Marketing Automation, CDP, Connect, Publishing Service and many other Modules.

Since 2021 I'm a Sitecore Technology MVP and I'm proud to be part of such a great community.

I'm a passionate Sitecore Developer since 2011 working at mmmake GmbH, Platinum Partner since 2021 and glad to be part of that amazing company! With a programming experience of over 25 years I ended up developing Sitecore Solutions in all aspects... Show more

David Dowell

David Dowell

A lifelong tech enthusiast, my brothers and I set up one of the first private hardwired LANs in 1996 on Okinawa to play WarCraft and Conquest of the New World. I then dual majored in Microbiology and Psychology, before deciding even more classes and lab time weren't my cup of joe, slowly meandering my way into website creation. I now build websites of all sizes and purposes while keeping up to date with the latest tech trends and doing my best to traipse around while doing so.

A lifelong tech enthusiast, my brothers and I set up one of the first private hardwired LANs in 1996 on Okinawa to play WarCraft and Conquest of the New World. I then dual majored in Microbiology and Psychology, before deciding even more classes and ... Show more

Tereza Astrop

Tereza Astrop

Tereza currently helps organise activities for the Events & Community Department at Container Solutions, the Cloud Native Transformation consultancy behind WTF is Cloud Native and the Software Circus community.
Tereza is puppy obsessed chocoholic with the love for food of the the world. Sometimes She / Sometimes Her.

Tereza currently helps organise activities for the Events & Community Department at Container Solutions, the Cloud Native Transformation consultancy behind WTF is Cloud Native and the Software Circus community. Tereza is puppy obsessed chocoholic wi... Show more

Paul Heyman

Paul Heyman

My Name is Paul. I work as a receptionist for Realign Spine. Dr Michael Shaub, the founder of Realign Spine, is a knowledgeable and concerned Chiropractor. He is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and has more than 26 Years of Chiropractic experience. He is also a member of the New York State Chiropractic Association, the Cervicogenic Headache Society, and certified in Cox Technique for Disc Herniation Treatment.

My Name is Paul. I work as a receptionist for Realign Spine. Dr Michael Shaub, the founder of Realign Spine, is a knowledgeable and concerned Chiropractor. He is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and has more than 26 Years of ... Show more

Rajiv Vohra

Rajiv Vohra

L&D professional, passionate about partnering & enabling of growth and development of individuals, teams & organization.

L&D professional, passionate about partnering & enabling of growth and development of individuals, teams & organization. Show more

Janeen Marquardt

Janeen Marquardt

Janeen is a recognized Strategy, Process, and Technology expert, leading business transformation through combining analytical acumen and inspirational leadership. She calls on her 12+ years of Salesforce consulting experience to create tools, systems, and best practices for effective leadership development, change management, and process improvement in companies of all sizes. She is passionate about creating great solutions that customers love with a relentless pursuit of satisfaction & quality.

Janeen is a recognized Strategy, Process, and Technology expert, leading business transformation through combining analytical acumen and inspirational leadership. She calls on her 12+ years of Salesforce consulting experience to create tools, systems... Show more

Bradley Arthur

Bradley Arthur

Digital Transformation Director at World Vision International. Previously Regional IT Director for Southern Africa and prior role, IT Director for Middle East Eastern Europe region. Over 20 years Management roles in corporate and NGO sectors. Advocate for bridging the digital divide in the world's poorest countries.

Digital Transformation Director at World Vision International. Previously Regional IT Director for Southern Africa and prior role, IT Director for Middle East Eastern Europe region. Over 20 years Management roles in corporate and NGO sectors. Advoca... Show more

Jean-Louis (JL) Ecochard

Jean-Louis (JL) Ecochard

Jean-Louis (JL) grew up in France at the onset of the digital age and found in technology the vehicle to quickly convert his ideas into new ways of working that transformed our world. His incessant curiosity led him to pioneer many technologies that we now take for granted: online banking, caller ID, internet access, global systems, B2B, digital trading, video conferencing, online advertising, and eHealth.
Jean-Louis spent the last few decades pursuing his passion of creating digital innovations for good, accelerating the mission of the largest international nonprofits.
Jean-Louis now serves NetHope as Global Head of Innovation leading The Center of the Digital Nonprofit, a social sector accelerator and the center of excellence for digital transformation in nonprofits that he co-founded.
He resides virtually on the Internet @jecochard and physically in New Zealand where he lives sustainably with his wife and daughters, blending roles of husband, dad and visionary.

Jean-Louis (JL) grew up in France at the onset of the digital age and found in technology the vehicle to quickly convert his ideas into new ways of working that transformed our world. His incessant curiosity led him to pioneer many technologies that ... Show more

Md. Ilias Miah

Md. Ilias Miah

Environment Activist

Environment Activist Show more

Natalie Banek

Natalie Banek

Dr. Natalie Banek (Projektleitung), Dr. Ariane Steuber (Projektkoordination), M.A. Janine Michele (Projektkoordination), alle am Institut für Berufspädagogik und Erwachsenenbildung (IfBE) der Leibniz Universität Hannover

Dr. Natalie Banek (Projektleitung), Dr. Ariane Steuber (Projektkoordination), M.A. Janine Michele (Projektkoordination), alle am Institut für Berufspädagogik und Erwachsenenbildung (IfBE) der Leibniz Universität Hannover Show more

Sanni Simola

Sanni Simola

Hei, olen Sanni Simola Suomesta. Olen Suomi yhteyshenkilö Hp:n yhteystiedoissa. Työskentelen kolmannen osapuolen tukiyrityksessä, jossa he tarjoavat Hp asiakaspalvelu Suomi. Jos sinulla on ongelmia Hp asiakaspalvelu puhelinnumeron kanssa, voit ottaa yhteyttä Hp:n tukeen Suomi asiakaspalvelu numerossa.

Hei, olen Sanni Simola Suomesta. Olen Suomi yhteyshenkilö Hp:n yhteystiedoissa. Työskentelen kolmannen osapuolen tukiyrityksessä, jossa he tarjoavat Hp asiakaspalvelu Suomi. Jos sinulla on ongelmia Hp asiakaspalvelu puhelinnumeron kanssa, voit ottaa ... Show more

Chris Dyer

Chris Dyer

Chris Dyer is a recognized company culture and remote work expert. As a former CEO managing thousands of people, his companies consistently were named a best place to work. They have also been named a fastest growing company by Inc Magazine 5 times. Chris routinely consults and speaks, and Inc Magazine ranked him as the #1 Leadership Speaker on Culture. He has two bestselling books The Power of Company Culture and Remote Work, and has been named #5 on the Leadershum Power List, a Top 50 Voice in Leadership, a Top 40 Change Management Guru, a Top 50 Global Thought Leader, and a Top 50 leadership podcast just this year.
As a leadership speaker his goal is to inspire audiences with a straightforward delivery, insightful candor, and engaging humor. His talks leave audiences permanently transformed, offering innovative perspectives on leadership to improve company culture, and empower organizations to discover new successes. Countless companies have unlocked productivity, performance, and profits by implementing his 7 Pillar Strategy.

Chris Dyer is a recognized company culture and remote work expert. As a former CEO managing thousands of people, his companies consistently were named a best place to work. They have also been named a fastest growing company by Inc Magazine 5 times. ... Show more

Imene Tekaya

Imene Tekaya

Orange Innovation Tunis

Orange Innovation Tunis Show more

Quez Creations

Quez Creations

Owner of Quez Creations Barbershop Milwaukee, WI
Licensed Barber/Cosmetology/Instructor
60+ National Award Winning Barber
Founder of The Midwest Legends

Owner of Quez Creations Barbershop Milwaukee, WI Licensed Barber/Cosmetology/Instructor 60+ National Award Winning Barber Founder of The Midwest Legends Show more

Arijit Das

Arijit Das

Arijit Das is a Research Associate at the NPS Computer Science Dept. He has been teaching CS courses and doing applied research in the areas of Databases, Big-Data and AI/ML based Analytics. He has leveraged his prior industry experience into DoN/DoD IT solutions. He is an occasional speaker in Oracle user group events. He has an MSCS from Oregon State University.

Arijit Das is a Research Associate at the NPS Computer Science Dept. He has been teaching CS courses and doing applied research in the areas of Databases, Big-Data and AI/ML based Analytics. He has leveraged his prior industry experience into DoN/DoD... Show more

Lynda Plaza-Wynn Follenweider

Lynda Plaza-Wynn Follenweider

Northwest Partners is a technology solutions company which offers end to end consulting and talent mobilization services to help clients in multiple sectors such as government, fintech, insurance, banking, healthcare and education. Headquartered in Miami, FL, we operate through six major hubs nationwide.

As a Trustee in the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, our Managing Director and Chief Talent Officer, Lynda Follenweider, proudly represents Northwest Partners and holds the distinction of being an alumna of Florida State University. In her capacity, Lynda oversees all facets of talent acquisition and management, our most vital asset on which clients rely daily.

Lynda's exceptional executive and interpersonal skills stem from her enduring commitment to the community. Her Floridian roots run deep, with a father serving the Florida East Coast Railroad for 47 years and a mother successfully managing a drapery store in Jacksonville for five decades.

During her twenties, Lynda assumed a pivotal role within the Junior League of Jacksonville, championing voluntarism, women's empowerment, and community improvement. Her outstanding fundraising efforts and innovative program contributions earned her the prestigious Junior League President’s Award.

Demonstrating an unwavering spirit of service, Lynda founded the Hispanic Heritage Council in St. Augustine, highlighting her profound dedication to Florida's diverse communities. This council became a beacon of hope, initiating scholarship programs to high school students in St. Johns County.

Also, as a resident of St. Johns County, Lynda helped establish the St. Johns Middle School Athletic Association, fostering after-school athletic pursuits for the youth for over a decade.

Presently, she continues to spearhead various community initiatives for Northwest Partners, including our engagement with West Point, where she actively supports and contributes to the West Point athletics program. She is also the current President of the West Point Parent Club of North Florida.

Her and her husband Joe are currently the parents of three children, Joshua who is stationed at Ft. Hood, Tx. and is a 1st LT in the US Army, Jake who is a student at FSU and Jordan who play D1 soccer at West Point.

Northwest Partners is a technology solutions company which offers end to end consulting and talent mobilization services to help clients in multiple sectors such as government, fintech, insurance, banking, healthcare and education. Headquartered in M... Show more

Laurence Boyer

Laurence Boyer

Laurence Boyer is a highly trusted, business-oriented and results driven leader having 20 years' international experience in IT, Energy (Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Renewable, Wind Offshore) and Automotive industries.
She has undertaken various complementary roles such as In-house Senior Legal Counsel or Contract, Commercial & Risk Management leader in Global Companies while being in charge of major turnkey & offshore projects.
Laurence has worked 10 years abroad in Europe, Asia and Middle-East where she fostered a Positive, Pragmatic and Collaborative approach to handle Legal, Financial and Operational Risks and ensure Commercial Excellence.
Laurence's native language is French but she speaks English fluently, has a conversational level in Spanish and has practiced Mandarin for 4 years.
Fortified by her proven track record in managing multicultural teams, Laurence is appreciated for her versatility, her strong level of commitment and her inspiring skills.

Laurence Boyer is a highly trusted, business-oriented and results driven leader having 20 years' international experience in IT, Energy (Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Renewable, Wind Offshore) and Automotive industries. She has undertaken various compl... Show more

Selma Bichbich

Selma Bichbich

I'm a social and climate youth activist who has taken part in many programs and organizations seeking change and serving the SDGs by speaking out for youth and justice, and the importance of having youth involved in decision and policy-making when advocating for change.
I do live in a community where youth ideas, proposals, and actions are not so welcome, which is why I tried to take actions to present the youth voice at the table of discussions, representing my country at both national and international levels, believing that our voice could never be impersonated if we were not the ones addressing it.
I'm an SDSN fellow, the contact point of the Human Rights Working Group, a communication officer at UNMGCY, and the founder of the Together for Blue & Green initiative, where we do insist on valuing the blue and the green by taking some simple actions such as clean-up sessions within the oceans and seas, planting trees in rural or burned areas after well mending the soil, in addition to holding weekly workshops where we do introduce people to environmentalists and climate activists from all over the world and familiarize them with green business and impactful change-making stories.

I'm a social and climate youth activist who has taken part in many programs and organizations seeking change and serving the SDGs by speaking out for youth and justice, and the importance of having youth involved in decision and policy-making when ad... Show more

Jen Soriano

Jen Soriano


Jen Soriano (she/they) is an award-winning writer, independent scholar, musician, and movement strategist with more than 20 years of experience working at the intersection of grassroots organizing, strategic communications, and art-driven social change. Jen's essays have received the Penelope Niven Creative Nonfiction Prize from the Center for Women Writers, the Fugue Prose Prize, and fellowships from Hugo House, Vermont Studio Center, and the Jack Jones Literary Arts Retreat. Jen is author of the chapbook “Making the Tongue Dry” and co-editor of Closer to Liberation: A Pina/xy Activist Anthology. They write about mental health, colonization, race and gender, history and science, and social justice issues at large, to shine light on marginalized stories and to share radical worldviews through an artistic lens. Her first book, Nervous, is now available for pre-order from Bookshop or your local independent bookstore.

Jen Soriano (she/they) is an award-winning writer, independent scholar, musician, and movement strategist with more than 20 years of experience working at the intersection of grassroots organizing, strategic communications, and art-driven social ch... Show more

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