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

Sam Boysel

Sam Boysel

Sam is a postdoctoral fellow at the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard. His research interests lie at the intersection of digital economics, labor and productivity, industrial organization, and socio-technical networks. Specifically, his work has centered around the private provision of public goods, productivity in open collaboration, and welfare effects within the context of open source software (OSS) ecosystems.

Sam is a postdoctoral fellow at the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard. His research interests lie at the intersection of digital economics, labor and productivity, industrial organization, and socio-technical networks. Specifically, his wo... Show more

Joseph Hyde, Ed.D.

Joseph Hyde, Ed.D.

Dr. Joseph Hyde is an innovative and highly-effective Human Resources Leader with an extensive and diverse background in public education. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Dr. Hyde has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering educational environments that prioritize relationships, rigor, and relevance.

Dr. Hyde holds Multiple Subjects and Secondary (English) teaching credentials, and he earned his Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Redlands. He further advanced his expertise with an Educational Doctorate in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Leadership K-12 Urban School Settings from the University of Southern California (USC). His dissertation, entitled "The Impact of Tenure on Principal Decision-making Regarding Teacher Selection and Retention," highlights his deep understanding of the complexities of educational leadership.

Beginning his career as a Primary Elementary Teacher, Dr. Hyde quickly established a reputation for excellence in the classroom. His passion for literature and language led to a role as a High School English Teacher, where he also took on the responsibilities of Athletic Coach, nurturing both the academic and athletic talents of his students.

Recognized for his leadership abilities, Dr. Hyde was appointed as a Department Chairperson, where he played a pivotal role in curriculum development and faculty mentoring. His expertise and dedication were further acknowledged through his participation as WASC Accreditation Team member, contributing to the evaluation and enhancement of educational programs at a variety of school sites.

Transitioning to administrative roles, Dr. Hyde served as an Assistant Principal at both the Middle and High School levels. In these positions, he demonstrated exceptional skills in school management, personnel, student discipline, and staff development. His leadership journey continued as he took on the role of Elementary Principal, where he successfully implemented programs that improved student outcomes and fostered a positive school culture. As an Educational Services Director, Dr. Hyde worked tirelessly to align instructional practices with the latest educational research, ensuring that students received a high-quality education. His commitment to equitable practices and celebrating diversity was evident in every initiative he led. In his role as Human Resources Director, Dr. Hyde excelled in recruiting, developing, and retaining talented educators and staff. His experience as an ACSA Human Resources Council member further underscored his influence and expertise in shaping HR policies and practices.

Currently serving as the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Services, Dr. Hyde continues to be a reflective leader focused on doing what’s best for students, staff, and families. His strong belief in educational theory based on relationships, rigor, and relevance drives his work. Dr. Hyde is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where diversity is celebrated, and all members of the educational community can thrive.

With a proven track record of leadership and a deep commitment to educational excellence, Dr. Hyde is a respected and inspirational figure in the field of public education.

Dr. Joseph Hyde is an innovative and highly-effective Human Resources Leader with an extensive and diverse background in public education. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Dr. Hyde has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering e... Show more

Garrett Broady

Garrett Broady

Garrett Broady blends technical expertise with a zest for life both on and off the competitive sports field. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (#MCT), Garrett is part of an elite group certified by Microsoft to train on their latest #Cloud and #AI technologies.

Garrett's tech journey began in childhood, learning #QBasic with his engineer father. After earning a Kinesiology degree, he expanded his expertise in network administration and troubleshooting for major private and government clients. Driven by curiosity and a love for athletics, Garrett transitioned to developing student learners and athletes, advocating for equality in tech and sports.

Now, as Cloudforce Technical Trainer, Garrett guides the team to excel in mission-critical projects like #Azure migrations, #Copilot implementations, and #M365 adoption campaigns. He is always ready to grow, learn, teach, and connect with the great people in and around Cloudforce. 🚀

Garrett Broady blends technical expertise with a zest for life both on and off the competitive sports field. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (#MCT), Garrett is part of an elite group certified by Microsoft to train on their latest #Cloud and #AI tec... Show more

Silen Locatelli

Silen Locatelli

I develop software at Optravis LLC since three years across diverse domains.
In my leisure time I like to write code in Rust and Typescript for several partly finished projects.
Currently, I focus on gathering experience in Frontend Development and Identity Management.

I develop software at Optravis LLC since three years across diverse domains. In my leisure time I like to write code in Rust and Typescript for several partly finished projects. Currently, I focus on gathering experience in Frontend Development and... 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

Kei Gowda

Kei Gowda

www.gallerylinda.xyz

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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

Kanishk Chaurasia

Kanishk Chaurasia

I am a Freelancer who is mainly involved in Graphics Designing, Logo Designing App and Games Development with languages such as HTML, CSS, JS, Python and C++.

I am a Freelancer who is mainly involved in Graphics Designing, Logo Designing App and Games Development with languages such as HTML, CSS, JS, Python and C++. Show more

Fan Yongqi

Fan Yongqi

A software engineer

A software engineer Show more

Michael Rambold

Michael Rambold

Michael Rambold is a Chief Technologist at Amazon Web Services, spearheading the development of a broad technology vision for EMEA software companies, establishing technical credibility with high-profile executives, create strategic initiatives to unlock new value streams and foster collaboration between high-profile customers and AWS service teams.
In addition to cloud technologies and driving innovations, Michael Rambold brings in 20+ years of experience in multiple management and technology leadership roles. His focus is on innovation and transformation, machine learning / artificial intelligence and adopting cloud technologies from a people, process, and technology perspective.

Michael Rambold is a Chief Technologist at Amazon Web Services, spearheading the development of a broad technology vision for EMEA software companies, establishing technical credibility with high-profile executives, create strategic initiatives to un... Show more

Per-Christian Nielsen

Per-Christian Nielsen

AppSec, Developer and Security Champion i Nav

AppSec, Developer and Security Champion i Nav Show more

Kacy Rader

Kacy Rader

I have worked in higher education for six years. I have a bachelors in economics and a master's in college student personnel administration.

I have worked in higher education for six years. I have a bachelors in economics and a master's in college student personnel administration. Show more

Profe Agus Álamo

Profe Agus Álamo

Profesora de Física y Astronomía en zona sur del AMBA, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Encargada de contenidos y coordinación de guías en el Complejo Astronómico Municipal de Almirante Brown.
Ayudante de Cátedra de Astronomía I y II en el ISFD N°41 de Adrogué.
Creadora de contenido en instagram bajo la cuenta @astroalmendra
Fan de El Señor de los Anillos, Star Wars y de mirar películas memorables. Corrijo examenes y doy clases usando memes. Amo mirar partidos de fútbol con mi familia. Mamá de Bruno. La pasión y el amor como elección de vida.

Profesora de Física y Astronomía en zona sur del AMBA, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Encargada de contenidos y coordinación de guías en el Complejo Astronómico Municipal de Almirante Brown. Ayudante de Cátedra de Astronomía I y II en el ISFD N°41 de Adr... 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

Melanie Larkins

Melanie Larkins

Melanie has more than 20 years of experience in Sustainability and ESG with a focus on building teams to deliver exceptional value through innovation, data insights, and scale. Melanie has advised numerous C-suite clients globally on Sustainable Procurement, supply chain, net zero strategy, energy efficiency, facility decarbonization, emissions management, and supply chain & capital allocation. She is frequently featured as a speaker and contributor for her thought leadership in Sustainability.

Melanie has more than 20 years of experience in Sustainability and ESG with a focus on building teams to deliver exceptional value through innovation, data insights, and scale. Melanie has advised numerous C-suite clients globally on Sustainable Proc... Show more

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