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

Caroline Buytaert

Caroline Buytaert

Product Owner passionnée par la collaboration des équipes et les outils qui façonnent notre quotidien.

Ma passion numéro 3 ; analyser le fonctionnement d'une équipe à partir de sa gestion du backlog
Ma passion numéro 2 ; comprendre et dompter les outils de gestion de projets
Et quand je ne parle pas backlog, de workflow ou de Jira, il y a de fortes chances que je sois quelque part dans la nature accompagnée de mes boules de poils, ils sont ma passion numéro 1.

Product Owner passionnée par la collaboration des équipes et les outils qui façonnent notre quotidien. Ma passion numéro 3 ; analyser le fonctionnement d'une équipe à partir de sa gestion du backlog Ma passion numéro 2 ; comprendre et dompter le... Show more

Sohna Sukumaran Hemalatha

Sohna Sukumaran Hemalatha

Sohna is a Prosci-certified Adoption & Change Management Lead with over 12 years of experience in technology consulting and digital transformation. She specializes in enabling organizations to embrace new technologies - particularly Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot - through strategic change management and communication frameworks grounded in the Prosci ADKAR methodology.

She is passionate about community building and sharing practical ways to enable people in the workplace make the most out of technology available to them in ways that work for them.

Based in Spain since early 2025, she brings a global perspective shaped by her work across Asia and Europe. She is fluent in English and conversational in French, allowing her to connect with diverse audiences across regions.

She enjoys traveling, exploring regional cuisines and loves hosting supper clubs.

Sohna is a Prosci-certified Adoption & Change Management Lead with over 12 years of experience in technology consulting and digital transformation. She specializes in enabling organizations to embrace new technologies - particularly Microsoft 365, Po... Show more

Ganesh Harke

Ganesh Harke

Ganesh is a public speaker, mentor, and software engineer who is passionate about AI and cloud technology.

Ganesh is a public speaker, mentor, and software engineer who is passionate about AI and cloud technology. Show more

Hemanth Kumar Badugu

Hemanth Kumar Badugu

Hemanth Kumar Badugu is a distinguished Product Finance Manager, Financial Systems Strategist, and Data-Driven Analytics Leader with extensive experience at leading global organisations, including Amazon and Goldman Sachs. He is recognised for driving large-scale Accounting Receivables (AR) transformations, ERP system migrations, and financial-control automation using advanced Python, SQL, AWS, Alteryx, and Power BI.
At Amazon, Hemanth leads global initiatives in AR sub-ledger migration, system integration, and automation of financial reporting workflows. He has built enterprise-grade tools, including a Machine Learning AR Ageing Classifier, a Predictive DSO Forecasting Model, and Self-Service Financial Analytics Portals, that enhance accuracy, scalability, and decision-making. His work includes improving reconciliation accuracy, performing P&L attribution across portfolios exceeding $1.2B, and implementing integrations across BlackLine, Oracle ERP, SAP, PeopleSoft, and AWS Data Lake.
During his tenure at Goldman Sachs, Hemanth served as an Associate in Product Control, managing daily P&L reporting, valuation analysis, liquidity forecasting, and trade-data integrity across multiple trading desks. He engineered high-impact automations leveraging Python, SQL, R, AWS S3, Redshift, and Power BI, including valuation-validation models, time-series and regression forecasting tools, and automated reconciliation pipelines. His work strengthened financial governance, reduced manual processes, and improved forecast accuracy, risk transparency, and reporting efficiency.
Earlier roles at Top Edge Technology, Thought Byte, Tech Mahindra, and Oasis Accountants broadened his expertise in ETL validation, data warehousing, quantitative modelling, financial data engineering, Java-based development, and business intelligence reporting. He has demonstrated mastery in SQL (Oracle, MySQL, DB2, SQL Server), Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib), Java, Spring Boot, Power BI, Tableau, Informatica DVO/TDM, and cloud ecosystems including AWS (S3, Lambda, Glue, Redshift).
Hemanth holds an MBA in Business Analytics & Finance and is a certified ACCA Chartered Accountant. With a unique blend of expertise across financial reporting, automation, data engineering, predictive modelling, and enterprise finance systems, he is known for translating complex financial and technical challenges into scalable, automated, and high-integrity solutions that accelerate close cycles, enhance controls, and enable strategic executive decision-making.

Hemanth Kumar Badugu is a distinguished Product Finance Manager, Financial Systems Strategist, and Data-Driven Analytics Leader with extensive experience at leading global organisations, including Amazon and Goldman Sachs. He is recognised for drivin... Show more

Jake Bowen-Bate

Jake Bowen-Bate

Jake is Product Lead at Amiqus, a legal and compliance technology start-up based in Scotland. He has ten years working in product management in start-ups and large corporations, prior to which he was a project manager working in digital advertising.
Away from work, he is a commissioned officer in the British Army Reserves, with experience leading soldiers on operations overseas. He is also a published novelist.
He lives in Scotland, with his husband.

Jake is Product Lead at Amiqus, a legal and compliance technology start-up based in Scotland. He has ten years working in product management in start-ups and large corporations, prior to which he was a project manager working in digital advertising. ... Show more

Vamshidhar Reddy Vemula

Vamshidhar Reddy Vemula

Vamshidhar Reddy Vemula is a globally recognized cloud security architect and AI innovator with multiple international patents in AI-driven cloud security solutions. He has collaborated with Fortune 500 companies and global enterprises, developing transformative technologies in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital forensics. His pioneering work in AI-powered threat detection and forensic analysis systems has earned him prestigious recognitions. A prolific researcher, Vamshidhar has published numerous high-impact papers on AI, cloud security, and machine learning, which are widely cited by industry experts. His thought leadership and frequent appearances at global tech conferences showcase his dedication to shaping the future of digital security.

Vamshidhar Reddy Vemula is a globally recognized cloud security architect and AI innovator with multiple international patents in AI-driven cloud security solutions. He has collaborated with Fortune 500 companies and global enterprises, developing tr... Show more

Obed de Jesús Olivares Guarneros

Obed de Jesús Olivares Guarneros

(1). Licenciatura en Estudios Internacionales por la Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid, España.

(2). Diplomado de Postgrado en Comunicación en TV, por la Facultad de Comunicación y el Departamento de Postgrado de la Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona UAB.

(3). Maestría Derecho Internacional Humanitario y Justicia Penal Internacional (DIH), L'Institut International de Postgrau UOC / Comité Internacional de la Cruz Roja CICR / Barcelona, España.

(4) Maestría en Derecho Penal Internacional, Escuela de Postgrados, Universidad de Granada - España.

* * Líneas de Investigación: Bienes Culturales Protegidos por el Derecho Internacional; Derecho de los Refugiados; México como Miembro en la Corte Penal Internacional.

*** Derecho Espacial Internacional.

(1). Licenciatura en Estudios Internacionales por la Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid, España. (2). Diplomado de Postgrado en Comunicación en TV, por la Facultad de Comunicación y el Departamento de Postgrado de la Universidad Autónoma de Bar... Show more

US Air Force Rescue Coordination Center Afrcc

US Air Force Rescue Coordination Center Afrcc

Lt Col Brian Scott is the Commander, Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC), Air Forces Northern (AFNORTH), Tyndall AFB, FL. On behalf of the Commander, U.S. Northern Command, the AFRCC executes DoD responsibilities within the National Search and Rescue (SAR) Plan in support of domestic needs and international treaty commitments executing the responsibilities of SAR Mission Coordinator. The incredible team he leads accomplishes their 24/7/365 mission by coordinating federal SAR resources in response to air, ground, and maritime-based distress beacons and requests from other federal, tribal, state, and local governments to recover distressed persons across the contiguous 48 states. Additionally, the AFRCC provides civil SAR education throughout the country leading the Basic Inland SAR Course as well as the Inland SAR Planning Course in cooperation with the National SAR School, U.S. Coast Guard Training Center, Yorktown, VA. Finally, the AFRCC collaborates with federal agencies and international partners to modernize SAR efforts and develop innovative SAR capabilities.

Lt Col Brian Scott is the Commander, Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC), Air Forces Northern (AFNORTH), Tyndall AFB, FL. On behalf of the Commander, U.S. Northern Command, the AFRCC executes DoD responsibilities within the National Search ... Show more

Dr Neeti Tripathi

Dr Neeti Tripathi

Dr Neeti Tripathi is Principal of CIDER International School in Bangladesh, where she leads a large Cambridge and national-curriculum school with a strong focus on innovation, wellbeing, and professional learning.

With nearly two decades of experience across Indian, Cambridge, IB and international contexts, she works at the intersection of AI, pedagogy, and school leadership.

Neeti is a Cambridge Programme Leader and a British Council Action Research Mentor and awardee, guiding educators across South Asia to design evidence-informed, technology-enabled classroom practices. She has designed a gamified open educational resource on teacher professional development, used by educators to build AI-ready, student-centred pedagogy through practical “missions” rather than one-off workshops.

Her current work focuses on moving schools from scattered AI experiments to coherent, mission-aligned strategies that span teaching and learning, assessment, operations, and governance.

As an international speaker, she brings a Global South perspective—showing how schools can use AI responsibly and creatively even in resource-constrained contexts, without losing the human heart of education.

Dr Neeti Tripathi is Principal of CIDER International School in Bangladesh, where she leads a large Cambridge and national-curriculum school with a strong focus on innovation, wellbeing, and professional learning. With nearly two decades of exper... Show more

Salamat Shah

Salamat Shah

As a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of experience in system and network administration, I have honed an extensive skill set in managing and securing complex IT infrastructures. My expertise lies in Azure infrastructure management, server administration, and network security, underpinned by a strong foundation in various programming languages and platforms. I am recognized for my ability to develop and implement robust IT systems, ensuring optimal performance and security compliance. My role in supervising and mentoring teams has further enriched my leadership capabilities. With advanced degrees in Computer Science and Project Management, coupled with a suite of professional certifications from Microsoft and other leading institutions, I bring a blend of technical prowess, strategic planning, and project supervision skills. This unique combination enables me to contribute effectively to the evolving needs of dynamic IT environments.

As a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of experience in system and network administration, I have honed an extensive skill set in managing and securing complex IT infrastructures. My expertise lies in Azure infrastructure management, server... Show more

Martin Grosse

Martin Grosse

Helping wrestle actions from insights on data for 20 years. Started out in Supply Chain, now helping all businesses get to insights and action faster.

Helping wrestle actions from insights on data for 20 years. Started out in Supply Chain, now helping all businesses get to insights and action faster. Show more

Pawel Skiba

Pawel Skiba

Many times people told me that I should focus on one system or one programming language and become an expert in it. I never liked to listen to such advice.

During over 10 years of career as a SAP consultant, I worked on almost every SAP module ever released. My ABAP code written in Walldorf is probably still used by many companies. I hired, trained and managed tens of great technical consultants. Then I spent 6 years in the IoT and Edge AI business, building technical team while taking care of business development and delivering custom hardware solutions to clients on 4 continents, using (again) many technologies and programming languages.

Today I am still not an expert in a narrow domain, but thanks to that I am proud to join my mother company as someone with commercial experience and expertise in SAP, IoT, AI and Software Development, to take care of the entire technology stack and serve over 130 professionals as a Chief Technology Officer.

Many times people told me that I should focus on one system or one programming language and become an expert in it. I never liked to listen to such advice. During over 10 years of career as a SAP consultant, I worked on almost every SAP module eve... Show more

David "Davalo" Carmona

David "Davalo" Carmona

David Carmona aka "Davalo"

With a strong background in offensive security, David has spent over 6 years helping organizations across various industries strengthen their defenses through real-world attack simulations. As a penetration tester, he specializes in Active Directory attacks, and post-exploitation techniques, focusing particularly on high-impact vulnerabilities and realistic threat scenarios.

David is also the co-organizer of HackGDL, a prominent cybersecurity conference in Guadalajara, Mexico, where he connects security professionals to share cutting-edge research and practical techniques.

In his spare time, David develops open-source offensive security automation scripts and mentors aspiring ethical hackers, helping foster the next generation of cybersecurity talent. He holds certifications such as CRTP & OSWA and continues expanding his expertise through hands-on engagements and community involvement.

David Carmona aka "Davalo" With a strong background in offensive security, David has spent over 6 years helping organizations across various industries strengthen their defenses through real-world attack simulations. As a penetration tester, he s... Show more

Hari Kota

Hari Kota

AI Governance, AI Audit

AI Governance, AI Audit Show more

Stephan Simonidis

Stephan Simonidis

17 years of experience in reporting, data analytics and business intelligence in finance, insurance and media.

17 years of experience in reporting, data analytics and business intelligence in finance, insurance and media. Show more

Carlos Fabricio Canlla Falcon

Carlos Fabricio Canlla Falcon

Apasionado desarrollador de software con experiencia como Tech lead y full-stack developer especializado en C# y TypeScript, abarcando frameworks de frontend como .NET MAUI, Angular, ASP.NET Core MVC y Laravel Liveware, además de un sólido enfoque en backend utilizando ASP.NET Core 8.0.

Lo me motiva al desarrollo de software es la planificación y creación de funcionalidades, así como el diseño de sistemas. Para mí, este proceso combina lógica e imaginación, dando rienda suelta a la ideas mas divertidas, claro siempre respetando las ordenes del cliente y el gerente.Mi formación técnica comenzó en Senati, donde desarrollé una base sólida en ingeniería de software. Actualmente, estoy próximo a culminar mis estudios en la Universidad Tecnológica del Perú, complementados por cursos de profesionalización específicos. Además, estoy avanzando en mis estudios de inglés para enriquecer mi perfil internacional.

Apasionado desarrollador de software con experiencia como Tech lead y full-stack developer especializado en C# y TypeScript, abarcando frameworks de frontend como .NET MAUI, Angular, ASP.NET Core MVC y Laravel Liveware, además de un sólido enfoque en... Show more

Sagal Ugas

Sagal Ugas

Sagal serves as an Analytics Engineer at Fyxer AI, a renowned and rapidly scaling AI startup in the UK . There, she leverages her experience to optimise PLG strategy and enhance user experiences. She’s deeply passionate about empowering women in tech, and is committed to serving as an inspiring example of resilience, adaptability, and the limitless possibilities that come with embracing change.

Sagal serves as an Analytics Engineer at Fyxer AI, a renowned and rapidly scaling AI startup in the UK . There, she leverages her experience to optimise PLG strategy and enhance user experiences. She’s deeply passionate about empowering women in tech... Show more

Evan Kubicek

Evan Kubicek

Evan Kubicek (widely known as “Coach K”) is a leader and change-maker passionate about scaling purpose-driven human, business, and community systems. Over 20+ years, he’s worn many hats. Teacher, coach, operator, advisor, author and across them all, his focus remains the same: helping people and organizations unlock their highest potential.

As a faculty member, he equips students with the tools, mindsets, and strategies that catalyze transformation in their ventures and communities. As a business coach, he helps leaders rediscover their identity, map their purpose, and design actionable pathways to meaningful growth. As a social entrepreneur, he imagines and implements breakthrough solutions to complex challenges that others call “impossible.” As a revenue & growth leader, he architects scalable models and customer-centric experiences that bridge mission and business performance.

Evan Kubicek (widely known as “Coach K”) is a leader and change-maker passionate about scaling purpose-driven human, business, and community systems. Over 20+ years, he’s worn many hats. Teacher, coach, operator, advisor, author and across them all, ... Show more

Mauricio Dávalos

Mauricio Dávalos

With over 6 years of experience in the International Software Industry, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the biggest Fintechs in the world, also some Y Combinator-backed startups, some of which became unicorns after I joined.

Specializing in web development, I bring ideas to life and improve products by leveraging my skills to deliver seamless, user-focused solutions that get the job done in fast-paced environments.

With over 6 years of experience in the International Software Industry, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the biggest Fintechs in the world, also some Y Combinator-backed startups, some of which became unicorns after I joined. Specia... Show more

Vidhya Venkatesan

Vidhya Venkatesan

Helping developer build portfolio website

Helping developer build portfolio website Show more

Aadyaa Srivastava

Aadyaa Srivastava

Meet Aadyaa Srivastava, an enthusiastic computer science graduate with hands-on experience in data science, cloud computing, and front-end development. Her journey began with impactful internships during university, blending theory with practical skills. Beyond coding, she's passionate about writing, documenting learnings, and sharing project insights.

Committed to the tech community, she earned the prestigious Gold MLSA title and is one of 64 leaders from the Bharat region. Eager to learn, she's preparing for higher studies while staying devoted to tech and community engagement.

Meet Aadyaa Srivastava, an enthusiastic computer science graduate with hands-on experience in data science, cloud computing, and front-end development. Her journey began with impactful internships during university, blending theory with practical ski... Show more

Regina C.

Regina C.

Regina Chitralla is a data analytics consultant who combines deep technical expertise with a strong focus on responsible and secure AI adoption.
As founder of Chitralla Consulting, she builds Python-driven tools and automated data pipelines (BigQuery, Streamlit) that deliver real-time insights while embedding access controls, bias mitigation, and EU AI Act compliance. Recent projects include an anti-bias self-assessment platform used by 370+ professionals and secure analytics infrastructure supporting 14+ European organizations.
With a background spanning Nielsen (global quality & process leadership for 500+ employees), cloud project management at plusserver, and AI-generated animation production using Stable Diffusion resulting in more than 10 Million Views, Regina excels at translating complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders in German, English, and Dutch.
Certified in Generative AI, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and Cybersecurity Foundations, she is a frequent voice on ethical AI, data security, and inclusive analytics. When she’s not architecting resilient data systems, you’ll find her scripting short films or hunting the perfect coffee.
Passionate about responsible AI, cybersecurity in practice, and making data work for people - always happy to chat tech, governance, or both over a ☕.

Regina Chitralla is a data analytics consultant who combines deep technical expertise with a strong focus on responsible and secure AI adoption. As founder of Chitralla Consulting, she builds Python-driven tools and automated data pipelines (BigQue... Show more

Tal Kimhi

Tal Kimhi

Tal is the CEO of Draftt.io. Prior to founding Draftt, he was the Head of DevOps and Engineering Enablement at BigPanda and Spot.io (now part of NetApp). Tal is a domain expert in leading cross-functional initiatives, streamlining workflows, reducing technical debt, and fostering collaborative workplace cultures..

Tal is the CEO of Draftt.io. Prior to founding Draftt, he was the Head of DevOps and Engineering Enablement at BigPanda and Spot.io (now part of NetApp). Tal is a domain expert in leading cross-functional initiatives, streamlining workflows, reducing... Show more

Fatuma Abdullahi

Fatuma Abdullahi

Fatuma Abdullahi is a software developer with a front-end focus and an a11y advocate. She comes to tech from a business background and runs a YouTube channel and blog dedicated to learning in public.

Fatuma Abdullahi is a software developer with a front-end focus and an a11y advocate. She comes to tech from a business background and runs a YouTube channel and blog dedicated to learning in public. Show more

Sanmi Amos

Sanmi Amos

Sanmi Amos is the CTO of Digihub Tech Solution and a Lead Developer at PearSDC, with extensive expertise in backend development, system architecture, and cybersecurity. Specializing in .Net, Laravel, NestJS, Prisma, PostgreSQL, MySql, MongoDb, React, Flutter and scalable backend systems, Sanmi Amos has led the development of high-performance applications, integrating Redis caching, authentication strategies, and efficient API design to ensure seamless user experiences.

Beyond engineering leadership, Sanmi Amos is a passionate tech content creator, simplifying complex topics like scalability, DevOps, and backend optimization through engaging videos in Nigerian Pidgin. With a knack for breaking down intricate concepts in relatable ways, they have built a growing community of developers through TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and speaking engagements.

As a cybersecurity and server management trainer, Sanmi Amos has helped IT professionals strengthen enterprise security, optimize infrastructure, and adopt cloud-based solutions. Their mission is to educate, mentor, and inspire the next generation of engineers through hands-on learning and real-world expertise.

Areas of Expertise:
=> Frontend / Backend Development
=> System Design & Scalability
=> API Development & Optimization
=> Cybersecurity & Network Security
=> DevOps, Docker, and Cloud Deployment
=> Tech Content Creation & Developer Advocacy

Sanmi Amos is the CTO of Digihub Tech Solution and a Lead Developer at PearSDC, with extensive expertise in backend development, system architecture, and cybersecurity. Specializing in .Net, Laravel, NestJS, Prisma, PostgreSQL, MySql, MongoDb, React,... Show more

Jay DeLuca

Jay DeLuca

I am a software engineer working on OpenTelemetry Instrumentation and SDKs at Grafana, with a focus on the Java ecosystem.

I am a software engineer working on OpenTelemetry Instrumentation and SDKs at Grafana, with a focus on the Java ecosystem. Show more

Ken Soh

Ken Soh

Ken Soh is the Group CIO of BH Global and CEO of Athena Dynamics, a cybersecurity subsidiary he co-founded in 2014. With over 35 years in ICT, he has led major digital transformation initiatives and built Athena into a trusted service provider serving 350+ public and private entities, including those in defense, maritime and critical infrastructure. He also chairs SGTech’s Cyber Security Chapter from Sep 2022 to Sep 2025. Ken has been an avid speaker/writer and has received multiple leadership awards, including AiSP Cyber Security Leaders, Dun & Bradstreet Singapore Business Eminence, CIO100, ASEAN CIO accolades. He holds an Executive MBA from the NTU–UC Berkeley Programme and a MSc in Computer Studies (AI) with distinction from the University of Essex.

Ken Soh is the Group CIO of BH Global and CEO of Athena Dynamics, a cybersecurity subsidiary he co-founded in 2014. With over 35 years in ICT, he has led major digital transformation initiatives and built Athena into a trusted service provider servin... Show more

Rocio Jimenez

Rocio Jimenez

Rocio is a Business Development and Partnerships leader with over a decade of international experience across Web2 and Web3 ecosystems, fintech, payments, and hospitality. She currently spearheads global sales strategy at Banxa, a leading fiat on/off-ramp infrastructure provider, where she oversees strategic partnerships, enterprise sales, and market expansion across Europe, North America, APAC, and LATAM.

Prior to Banxa, Rocio held leadership roles at Bit2Me and Coinstore, where she managed multimillion-dollar portfolios and led business expansion across EMEA, LATAM, and APAC. Her work has driven transformative blockchain initiatives across diverse verticals including automotive, banking, and media. Notably, she has led strategic projects and integrations with organizations such as Mercedes-Benz Mobility Centro, eSignus, Giesecke+Devrient, and ABC Journal, pioneering the adoption of cryptocurrency payments in traditionally offline sectors.

Rocio holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Córdoba, an International Business Degree from the University of London, and has completed additional academic programs at the University of South Carolina. She also holds a Web3 MBA in Blockchain, AI & Innovation from the University of London, equipping her with a unique blend of pedagogical insight and forward-looking technological expertise.

She is certified in Financial Crime Prevention and AML/CFT compliance, bringing a strong regulatory lens to crypto partnerships. Fluent in Spanish, English, French, Portuguese, and Italian, Rocío is a natural connector across geographies and cultures.

Beyond her corporate roles, Rocío serves as an Ambassador for Blockchain Málaga, where she actively promotes education, ecosystem-building, and innovation through industry panels, webinars, and community events. A committed thought leader, she regularly contributes to financial and business publications in both English and Spanish and participates in international conferences to share insights on blockchain adoption, digital finance, and innovation strategy.

With a deep passion for bridging traditional industries and decentralized technologies, Rocío continues to be a key driver of scalable, compliant, and impactful partnerships in the fast-evolving Web3 space.

Rocio is a Business Development and Partnerships leader with over a decade of international experience across Web2 and Web3 ecosystems, fintech, payments, and hospitality. She currently spearheads global sales strategy at Banxa, a leading fiat on/off... Show more

Telma Negreiros

Telma Negreiros

Telma Negreiros is an executive leader, author, keynote speaker, and executive coach with over 25 years of international experience in communications, technology, and corporate transformation.
A former CEO and Vice President, she has led global teams across Europe and the U.S., living and working in Amsterdam, Berlin, Lisbon, and New York — cities that have shaped her dynamic, cross-cultural approach to leadership and innovation.
Telma is the creator of the 7 Steps to Success™ Leadership Method and The Identity Rewire Code™, two acclaimed frameworks that empower leaders to build clarity, confidence, and impact. Her work bridges AI-driven strategy, inclusive leadership, and intentional communication, guiding organisations to thrive in an era of disruption and transformation.
Through her global keynotes and training programs, Telma helps leaders communicate with authenticity, lead with empathy, and transform with purpose.
Her belief: real transformation begins when leadership becomes unapologetically human.

Telma Negreiros is an executive leader, author, keynote speaker, and executive coach with over 25 years of international experience in communications, technology, and corporate transformation. A former CEO and Vice President, she has led global team... Show more

Innocent Kawooya, NIM

Innocent Kawooya, NIM

I am Innocent Kawooya, NIM, the CEO of HiPipo, where, for over the last 20 years, I have championed financial inclusion, digital innovation, women empowerment, and the creative economy across Africa. Through flagship initiatives such as the Include Everyone Program, Digital Impact Awards Africa, Women in FinTech Hackathon & Summit, 40 Days 40 FinTechs, and the Middle East and Africa Digital Transformation Summit, I have worked to empower women, youth, cross-border traders, and grassroots communities.
HiPipo’s work has been strengthened and blessed with a long-term partnership with the Gates Foundation and collaborations with high-impact partners such as COMESA, helping us drive interoperability, digital public infrastructure, and inclusive trade across the region. I was honoured to receive Uganda’s National Independence Medal from His Excellency the President of Uganda and to be named FinTech CEO of the Year 2024 & 2025 (MEA Awards) for this work. Alongside finance, I am also a filmmaker and entrepreneur, committed to building Africa’s digital, cultural, and economic future. I previously served as Co-chair of the Mojaloop Community Council for two terms!

I am Innocent Kawooya, NIM, the CEO of HiPipo, where, for over the last 20 years, I have championed financial inclusion, digital innovation, women empowerment, and the creative economy across Africa. Through flagship initiatives such as the Include E... Show more

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