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

Loïc Broquet

Loïc Broquet

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Bijan 😎

Bijan 😎

Bijan is Veterans Affairs Canada's Power BI Champion (and also an Analytics Lead and Power BI Architect on his own time) who believes data isn’t just the new oil—it’s the new gossip, and he’s here to help you spill the tea 🍵. With a career spent building scalable data solutions across the public and private sectors, Bijan specializes in integrating Power BI with Azure DevOps and the Power Platform, making sure your BI ecosystem is as organized as a well-maintained star schema.

Known for his engaging (and occasionally punny) approach, Bijan will have you thinking about your data models like they’re Shakespearean plays—full of relationships, some cross-filtering drama, and the occasional circular reference tragedy 🗡. He’s passionate about turning data chaos into order, and if he could, he’d marry a well-crafted DAX formula (yes, he's single).

When he’s not teaching others how to build balanced BI ecosystems, you can find him chasing down errant joins or debating whether “self-service BI” is just a fancy way of saying “everyone’s now a data analyst.” Spoiler alert: It is. 🙄

Bijan is Veterans Affairs Canada's Power BI Champion (and also an Analytics Lead and Power BI Architect on his own time) who believes data isn’t just the new oil—it’s the new gossip, and he’s here to help you spill the tea 🍵. With a career spent bui... Show more

Ouafa Benterki

Ouafa Benterki

Ouafa BENTERKI is the CEO and Founder of MTY intelligent Software since 2014.
She was the first Algerian and African Woman to receive the -Microsoft Regional Director Award, that Microsoft delivers every year to the Top 100 IT professionals in the World
-Winner of the Women Who Code " Applaud Her award Women to watch in 2023 " awaded to Women Leaders in the Industry regarded as role Models , Category : AI - Data Science - Blockchain and Software development.
-Featured on the state of Innovation 2023 and beyond report by PreScouter

Ouafa BENTERKI is the CEO and Founder of MTY intelligent Software since 2014. She was the first Algerian and African Woman to receive the -Microsoft Regional Director Award, that Microsoft delivers every year to the Top 100 IT professionals in the... Show more

Thierry Sammour Sawaya

Thierry Sammour Sawaya

As a trained electronics and signal processing engineer, but mostly as a computer vision specialist for more than ten years in various industry (aerospace, automotive, space, manufacturing), Thierry Sammour Sawaya is currently working to build the future of Airbus aircrafts navigation systems using artificial intelligence and computer vision.

As a trained electronics and signal processing engineer, but mostly as a computer vision specialist for more than ten years in various industry (aerospace, automotive, space, manufacturing), Thierry Sammour Sawaya is currently working to build the fu... Show more

高博 行司

高博 行司

防災DX官民共創協議会 自治体部会長

防災DX官民共創協議会 自治体部会長 Show more

Andrijano Djenisov

Andrijano Djenisov

Meet Andrijano Djenisov, a seasoned and dynamic leader who has navigated a diverse career path spanning over 15 years across various industries. His journey began with a solid foundation in computer science. But Andrijano's ambitions stretched far beyond the realms of technology; he continually sought out new challenges and opportunities to expand his skills and broaden his horizons.

Andrijano honed his leadership abilities and delved into the intricacies of business processes. He actively participated in a myriad of courses, training sessions, effective communication sessions, workshops, to bolster his competence as a proficient business professional. This investment in self-development would later yield fruitful results in his career trajectory.

Andrijano's career gained momentum as he assumed various managerial roles across diverse sectors such as IT, staffing agencies, and the hospitality industry. His knack for unraveling complex issues and devising effective solutions swiftly propelled him into the role of a respected leader within his organizations.

In 2016, Andrijano marked a significant milestone in his career by founding OpenCore B.V., that would later become RITD B.V. a company focused on testing, software development, technology, and innovation. As the co-founder and CEO, he steered the company towards success, earning a reputation for delivering high-quality services and groundbreaking solutions.

One of the standout aspects of Andrijano's expertise is his profound knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI). He has pioneered advanced AI models and contributed to enhancing operational efficiency and customer service through AI applications. His dedication to innovation and his ability to push the boundaries of technological advancement have cemented his status as a leading figure in the realm of AI and technology.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Andrijano has a broad interest in various subjects, including religion, biblical prophecies, and geopolitics. This curiosity reflects his versatile mind and his capacity to approach complex issues from multiple perspectives.

Andrijano's life and career serve as an inspiration to many, and his commitment to innovation and growth promises a bright future, both for his own ventures and the organizations he collaborates with. His story is a testament to perseverance, leadership, and boundless ambition.

Meet Andrijano Djenisov, a seasoned and dynamic leader who has navigated a diverse career path spanning over 15 years across various industries. His journey began with a solid foundation in computer science. But Andrijano's ambitions stretched far be... Show more

Randy Justin Garcia Jr

Randy Justin Garcia Jr

Meet Randy, a dynamic Director of Sales and Realtor with a passion for empowering his team and clients alike. With over a decade of experience and a track record of serving 300+ families, Randy leads a team of 20+ agents in creating amazing careers to be proud of. His journey began in the Bay Area, where his upbringing instilled in him integrity, honesty, and an unwavering work ethic. From starting multiple thriving businesses in his early twenties to facilitating over 100 real estate transactions, Randy's entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to excellence shine through. With a commitment to continuous growth and providing the best for his family of three, Randy is driven by the desire to make every day 1% better.

Meet Randy, a dynamic Director of Sales and Realtor with a passion for empowering his team and clients alike. With over a decade of experience and a track record of serving 300+ families, Randy leads a team of 20+ agents in creating amazing careers t... Show more

Ahad Qayyum

Ahad Qayyum

Ahad is passionate tech enthusiast, who brings vast experience garnered from diverse projects in software development. My expertise lies in developing micro-services and crafting cloud-based and AI-based solutions using various programming languages and frameworks. Additionally, I leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), bringing innovation and ease to different phases of development.

Ahad is passionate tech enthusiast, who brings vast experience garnered from diverse projects in software development. My expertise lies in developing micro-services and crafting cloud-based and AI-based solutions using various programming languages... Show more

Yoseph Reuveni

Yoseph Reuveni

Yoseph Reuveni is a seasoned leader in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and operations, with over nine years of experience at Walmart, where he has driven innovation and optimized complex systems to support one of the largest retail infrastructures in the world. Previously, he led engineering efforts at Jet.com, playing a pivotal role in scaling high-demand customer experiences. Known for his belief that "simple is better," Yoseph emphasizes streamlined solutions that enhance performance while reducing complexity. His dedication to operational excellence and innovative scaling strategies has solidified his reputation as a transformative force in technology.

Yoseph Reuveni is a seasoned leader in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and operations, with over nine years of experience at Walmart, where he has driven innovation and optimized complex systems to support one of the largest retail infrastructures... Show more

Richard Harding

Richard Harding

A Digital forensics student at the University of South Wales.

A Digital forensics student at the University of South Wales. Show more

Bhanu Phanindra Babu Gogula

Bhanu Phanindra Babu Gogula

Bhanu Gogula is a Certified Lead AEM Developer with over 10 years of experience in software development, specializing in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and related technologies. With 8+ years of hands-on expertise in Adobe's tools, including AEM, Target, Analytics, Launch, AEM Guides (CCMS), and Search & Promote, Bhanu has successfully led web development teams in creating custom AEM components, templates, and workflows, while managing Digital Asset Management (DAM). His leadership in web and customer support teams has been instrumental in developing MSM web applications.
Bhanu's backend expertise encompasses Java-based technologies such as Servlets, OSGi, and Apache Sling, as well as unit testing frameworks like JUnit and Mockito. On the front end, he is proficient in technologies like HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks such as ReactJS and AngularJS, used to build responsive and accessible web applications. His experience extends across the full SDLC, from design to deployment, and includes optimizing performance and managing dispatcher cache invalidation.
In his current role as a Full Stack Web & CMS Developer III at RingCentral Inc., Bhanu has led the development of project structures using AEM Guides, collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, and implemented scalable solutions that enhance performance and security. His notable accomplishments include developing conversational chatbots, implementing Single Sign-On functionality, and creating custom Google Cloud Datastore solutions for efficient querying. He has also worked on significant projects for major clients like Sony, Meijer, Thomson Reuters, and Stanford Medicine during his tenure at HoneySys LLC.
Bhanu holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Central Missouri and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from JNTU, India. His certifications include Adobe Experience Manager Sites Lead Developer, showcasing his expert-level proficiency in developing dynamic web experiences for clients.

Bhanu Gogula is a Certified Lead AEM Developer with over 10 years of experience in software development, specializing in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and related technologies. With 8+ years of hands-on expertise in Adobe's tools, including AEM, Tar... Show more

Ronald Hoek

Ronald Hoek

Ronald: after 6 years of working for the biggest ERP system in the Netherlands, Hoek started a (Microsoft) CRM practice at a newly created partner. Three years later, this CRM partner was sold to an investment company. Now Ronald is helping Companial partners with the enablement of our hosting service. With the experience in both the 'old' and the 'new' world, Ronald helps partners to grow their businesses.

Ronald: after 6 years of working for the biggest ERP system in the Netherlands, Hoek started a (Microsoft) CRM practice at a newly created partner. Three years later, this CRM partner was sold to an investment company. Now Ronald is helping Companial... Show more

Patrick Walsh Empire Holdings

Patrick Walsh Empire Holdings

Patrick Walsh, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO, hails from Palm Beach County, Florida. He founded the investment firm PW Partners in 2012, focusing on amplifying the potential of small and mid-cap companies. His leadership and strategic vision have propelled the firm to prominence, particularly in the restaurant industry. His insights and accomplishments have been highlighted in leading publications like Forbes, Barron's, and The Wall Street Journal.

Under his guidance, PW Partners has developed a robust reputation for strategic decision-making and deep industry expertise. He manages the firm's critical functions, including capital allocation and corporate strategy, making significant contributions to investment banking and equity markets. In recognition of his outstanding leadership, Ernst & Young honored him as the Entrepreneur of the Year in 2018.

Additionally, he presides over Empire Holdings and Investments, a diversified holding company based in Florida. Since joining Empire in 2020, he has been instrumental in steering the company's investment strategies, focusing on long-term value creation across various industries.

His career in investment began in 1998 at Prudential Capital Group, where he specialized in commercial property investments. He then advanced to a vice president position at Deutsche Bank, deepening his expertise in investment banking. His journey took him to Illinois as a hedge fund specialist before he established PW Partners.

Academically, he was an economics student at Wesleyan University and a celebrated athlete. Following a sports injury, he transferred to Boston College, graduating with honors in accountancy. Furthering his education, he earned a Chartered Financial Analyst designation from Columbia University's Graduate School of Business.

He has served on several boards, including BJ's Restaurants and Town Sports International, influencing significant corporate governance in the restaurant sector. His extensive expertise is acknowledged by his inclusion in the Nation's Restaurant News 2015 Power List.

Originally from San Diego and raised in Boston, Patrick Walsh now resides in Jupiter, Florida, known for its picturesque beaches and Old Florida charm. Beyond his professional endeavors, he enjoys fitness, cooking, and literature, reflecting a well-rounded personal and professional life. From his base in sunny Florida, Patrick Walsh continues to shape the investment landscape with his strategic foresight and industry insight.

Patrick Walsh, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO, hails from Palm Beach County, Florida. He founded the investment firm PW Partners in 2012, focusing on amplifying the potential of small and mid-cap companies. His leadership and strategic vision have p... Show more

Davis Siemens

Davis Siemens

Customer Success Account Manager at Microsoft, Certified Data Science & AI Professional

Customer Success Account Manager at Microsoft, Certified Data Science & AI Professional Show more

Yannick Nuetzl

Yannick Nuetzl

Yannick Nuetzl ist Fachinformatiker für Anwendungsentwicklung. Seit dem Abschluss seiner Ausbildung arbeitet er als Business Application Developer beim Weltmarktführer im Bereich der softwaregestützten Medizintechnik Brainlab und hat sich auf die Entwicklung effizienter und professioneller Anwendungslösungen spezialisiert, die weltweit ausgerollt wurden. Sein Hauptaugenmerk liegt dabei auf der Power Platform sowie der Automatisierung von Cloud- und On-Premises-Workflows.
Durch seine umfassende Erfahrung und fundiertes Verständnis für diese neue Microsoft Technologie ist Yannick konzernweit einer der zentralen Ansprechpersonen um komplexe technische Probleme mithilfe der Power Platform zu lösen. Yannick ist nicht nur ein Experte in seinem Unternehmen, sondern auch daran interessiert, sein Wissen mit anderen zu teilen und von ihnen zu lernen. Er schätzt den Austausch mit Kollegen und anderen Entwicklern, um gemeinsam neue Lösungen zu finden und voneinander zu profitieren. Deshalb hat er es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, sein Wissen mit anderen Power Platform-Entwicklern zu teilen, während er gleichzeitig offen für neue Erkenntnisse bleibt und kontinuierlich danach strebt, dazuzulernen.

Yannick Nuetzl ist Fachinformatiker für Anwendungsentwicklung. Seit dem Abschluss seiner Ausbildung arbeitet er als Business Application Developer beim Weltmarktführer im Bereich der softwaregestützten Medizintechnik Brainlab und hat sich auf die Ent... Show more

John Kenny Adeya

John Kenny Adeya

John Kenny Adeya is a Ugandan journalist and the founder and author of Kampala Edge Times magazine, a platform for spreading positive information about Africa.

John Kenny Adeya is a Ugandan journalist and the founder and author of Kampala Edge Times magazine, a platform for spreading positive information about Africa. Show more

Ani Chahal Honan

Ani Chahal Honan

Ani Chahal Honan is the Founder and Managing Partner of Yunity & the Imagine Fund, a highly scalable capital, startup labs, and advisory ecosystem, creating a new generation of mindful business aligned to a triple bottom line: People, Planet, and Profit.

As an investor, advisor, and entrepreneur, she has deep experience supporting innovative companies, with exits and acquisitions of over $49B, including work with pioneers in Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain/NFT/Web3, Extended Reality (XR, AR, VR), IoT, Robotics, Biotech Cybersecurity, Quantum, and more across a multitude of industries.

She serves as general partner of Yunity’s venture ecosystem and founding partner of the Imagine fund, empowering innovative startups with global reach and wisdom cultures as our guide. With over U.S. Billion funds in development, she has committed $100M to mental health innovation and 1 - 10% of fund profits to 501c3 & foundations with aligned impact.

Ani has been recognized by US Congress for outstanding contributions in business, as a Kate Spade World Changing Woman, an InBusiness Top 40 under 40 Leader, a SXSW Mentor, and a Power Mentor and Co-Chair of the US Capital Women’s Leadership Conference.  She serves as a Global Ambassador for the XPRIZE Foundation, Stewardship Council of Pachamama Alliance, and as an advisory board member for impactful organizations.  


Ani is a passionate impact leader, supporting mental health & psychedelic industry advancement, women & girls empowerment, rainforest protection & regenerative agriculture, and new creator (art, music, film, tech innovation) communities fostering Play, Growth, & Purpose.  She spends her free time traveling with her loved ones and on the ocean, is a certified meditation teacher and lifelong student of consciousness and growth.

Ani Chahal Honan is the Founder and Managing Partner of Yunity & the Imagine Fund, a highly scalable capital, startup labs, and advisory ecosystem, creating a new generation of mindful business aligned to a triple bottom line: People, Planet, and Pro... Show more

Avinash Naduvath

Avinash Naduvath

Avinash Naduvath is a renowned security architect in the Customer Experience (CX) Security Services division at Cisco Systems.

He has over 12 years of experience in the information security domain, having worked on multiple aspects of security such as secure engineering and secure architecture. He has a passion for offensive security and has contributed to and created multiple automation projects that have helped accelerate the security business. He is currently based in Singapore and enjoys presenting topics relevant to Zero Trust and its adoption.

He holds a master’s degree in software systems from BITS Pilani and is a CISSP, CCIE- Sec, CASP+ and has acquired Cloud Security Alliance’s Certified Competence in Zero Trust (CCZT) among many security-based certifications he has accumulated during the course of his career.
Avinash is the author of Cisco press book “In Zero Trust we Trust”.

Avinash Naduvath is a renowned security architect in the Customer Experience (CX) Security Services division at Cisco Systems. He has over 12 years of experience in the information security domain, having worked on multiple aspects of security su... Show more

Ibrahim Abdulhafiz Guga

Ibrahim Abdulhafiz Guga

Abdulhafiz Ibrahim Guga by Name from Katsina State,bakori local government, Born in Guga Ward, and also from nuclear family members.I was born in August 20 1995 I did My primary school in pilot boarding primary bakori, and also secondary school in government unity school falumfashi both in Katsina State , I attain federal college of education technical bichi Kano State to obtain My national certification in education after done am being going to usman danfodiyo University sokoto for first degree.

Abdulhafiz Ibrahim Guga by Name from Katsina State,bakori local government, Born in Guga Ward, and also from nuclear family members.I was born in August 20 1995 I did My primary school in pilot boarding primary bakori, and also secondary school in go... Show more

Adishri Jain

Adishri Jain

Experienced in cloud and DevOps with proficiency in Terraform, Python, SQL, AWS, and Docker, I am actively seeking roles in the UK. With a strong track record in architecting scalable solutions and automating processes, I am eager to contribute my skills to a dynamic team where I can drive innovation and optimize infrastructure.

Experienced in cloud and DevOps with proficiency in Terraform, Python, SQL, AWS, and Docker, I am actively seeking roles in the UK. With a strong track record in architecting scalable solutions and automating processes, I am eager to contribute my sk... Show more

Sai Gowtham Chandra Sekar

Sai Gowtham Chandra Sekar

I'm Sai Gowtham Chandrasekhar. I have pursued my Master of Computer Applications from Tamilnadu, India. The EC-Council Organization has certified me as an Ethical Hacker.I have undergone numerous projects on evaluating the security of various organisations and institutions; Especially the systems of banks, schools and online stores are safe from cyber attacks.
Currently I'm working as the Lead Consultant in IZAPY Cybersecurity Company, Singapore.I'm interested in sharing about the latest trends in technologies at schools and Colleges. It helps them to secure and safeguard their data in today's digital world.

I'm Sai Gowtham Chandrasekhar. I have pursued my Master of Computer Applications from Tamilnadu, India. The EC-Council Organization has certified me as an Ethical Hacker.I have undergone numerous projects on evaluating the security of various organis... Show more

Ulaganathan Subramanian

Ulaganathan Subramanian

I'm Ulaganathan Subramanian, holding a Master's degree in Computer Applications (MCA) from Tamil Nadu, India. Over the past five years, I've dedicated myself to honing expertise in the dynamic fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, fortified by an EC Council Soc Analyst certification. My practical journey includes diverse pentesting projects across global corporations, ranging from banks to academic institutions and e-commerce ventures. Currently, I'm deeply engaged in advancing cyber intelligence research by harnessing data from multiple honeypot systems. Serving as a Lead Consultant at IZAPY in Singapore, I specialize in AI and cybersecurity. Beyond the confines of the workplace, I've had the honor of sharing insights and knowledge through enlightening presentations on cutting-edge trends and emerging technology with academic institutions, including schools and universities.

I'm Ulaganathan Subramanian, holding a Master's degree in Computer Applications (MCA) from Tamil Nadu, India. Over the past five years, I've dedicated myself to honing expertise in the dynamic fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity,... Show more

Megan Shen, PhD

Megan Shen, PhD

Megan Shen is a social psychologist and an Associate Professor at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. She received her PhD from Baylor University, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and faculty appointment at the Center for Research on End-of-Life Care at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. She is a leading expert on death, dying, and grief and with that hope, resilience, and coping. She has expertise in health communication and decision-making, looking at how our cultural and social environments influence how we interpret information and make decisions. Much of her research focuses on understanding and developing tools to support patients and families in making informed healthcare decisions at the end of life and coping with advanced illness. Central to her work is understanding how to find resilience, hope, and meaning in the face of challenging realities.

Dr. Shen has received multiple grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for her innovative work on supporting patients facing terminal illness, and she has consulted for Fortune 100 companies and industry leaders. Her work has appeared in multiple outlets such as the Huffington Post, USA Today, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and the Hill Reporter. She is a regular contributor to Harvard's Bill of Health blog and has her own column titled "How to Grow Hope" at Psychology today. She has appeared on NPR and CBS News Los Angeles (KCAL).

Her mission in life and in her work is to find the "Light in the wound," or the hope in the hard places of life which we all face. Subscribe to her newsletter around this topic of applying scientific frameworks to find good in the hard things in life: https://meganshen.substack.com/

Author/speaker/consultant website: https://www.meganjshen.com
Fred Hutch website: https://www.fredhutch.org/en/faculty-lab-directory/shen-megan.html

Megan Shen is a social psychologist and an Associate Professor at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. She received her PhD from Baylor University, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and faculty appointment at t... Show more

Helen Andreeva

Helen Andreeva

Founder & CEO Realt24 / online real estate ecosystem.
10 years of experience as a CFO and investment consultant for large real estate projects (projects valued from $10 million to $500 million).
Master's degree, Economics
Graduated high school and university with the highest honors,
Won 1st place for scientific work in economics at the republican competition of scientific works of students,
Included in the country's gifted youth database, in connection with my achievements in the scientific field.

Founder & CEO Realt24 / online real estate ecosystem. 10 years of experience as a CFO and investment consultant for large real estate projects (projects valued from $10 million to $500 million). Master's degree, Economics Graduated high school and... Show more

Billy Hopkins

Billy Hopkins

I joined the Royal Air Force at 20 and served for 8 years as a Communication Engineer, during this time I completed multiple tours of duty including Afghanistan and supporting the conflict in Libya as well as some more sunnier countries during peace time.

I was part of a team that would deploy anywhere in the world and have voice and data set up within 6 hours. Carrying out a similar function to a Network Engineer in the civilian world.

After I left the RAF I worked as a Network Engineer for a civilian company supporting military naval vessels with voice and data capabilities while deployed and at home in the UK.

Next I joined CGI and found myself working in the cloud, teaching myself all about Microsoft Azure and how to write JSON, eventually moving to Terraform as our chosen deployment language. I enjoyed cloud computing so much I decided to specialize in it, and I now work for Fujitsu as a Lead Technical Architect.

As well as my IT career I have also have a love for fitness and boxing, starting at 10 years old and having 35 fights, eventually being chosen for an England Select Vs Wales as the highlight of my sporting experience.

With that passion for fitness also comes a desire to know the science behind how the body works and more recently how the mind works, this led me to setting up my own Fitness, Nutrition and sports psychology coaching business as a hobby.

I have been fortunate to work with Professional boxers, a world champion powerlifter and provided wellness sessions to large brands like Hugo Boss and Colliers.

I am particularly passionate about promoting positive mental health after having my own challenges and overcoming them, I discovered that focusing on kindness, empathy and self-awareness is a superpower and not a sign of weakness, and I believe a greater tool for success than just focusing on technical skills.

I joined the Royal Air Force at 20 and served for 8 years as a Communication Engineer, during this time I completed multiple tours of duty including Afghanistan and supporting the conflict in Libya as well as some more sunnier countries during peace ... Show more

Tonya Thomas

Tonya Thomas

In 2023, Tonya Thomas joined the Office of Learning and Teaching as Curriculum Development Consultant. She studied at WSU earlier in life, and began working with the institution in 2017. Ms. Thomas will be working with the team here in the Office of Learning and Teaching to manage the curriculum inventory as well as to support faculty with the integration of innovative educational technologies in the instructional design of their courses. She is also an adjunct professor at WSU in both Communications and Business Administration, as well as a mentor for the Wayne Women Lead Next Level Career Conversations Program.

Prior to joining the Office of Learning and Teaching, Ms. Thomas served as instructional design/performance improvement consultant and senior business systems analyst with Finance & Business Operations at WSU; as Director of Systems Innovation at TechTown (Detroit); as Director, Educational Technology & Innovation (ET+I), The College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI; and as instructional design lead, project manager, and Quality Matters Coordinator with the Academic Technologies Group at Oakland Community College, where she was responsible for establishing quality course development standards, review and approval processes, and mandatory faculty training required for the institution to obtain its HLC online learning accreditation. Before that, she served as Director, Staff Learning & Development with Teach For America, where her chief charge was to oversee the effort to transform classroom training to web-based learning and performance support resources. She has also held education leadership roles with UnitedHealth Group, The University of Michigan, and Trinity Health.

Ms. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Instructional Design from Walden University and a Master of Arts degree in Educational Technology from the University of Michigan. She is certified in project management and Lean Six Sigma process improvement, and also has two decades of experience managing creative design work and corporate communications.

In 2023, Tonya Thomas joined the Office of Learning and Teaching as Curriculum Development Consultant. She studied at WSU earlier in life, and began working with the institution in 2017. Ms. Thomas will be working with the team here in the Office of ... Show more

Elisabeth Maida

Elisabeth Maida

Elisabeth Maida is the co-founder and CEO of Fathom, a data analytics company working at the intersection of computer science and biology. She previously founded a cybersecurity company which was acquired by McAfee and worked for many years at Akamai. She lives in NYC and spends her free time running in Central Park and reading about the Cold War.

Elisabeth Maida is the co-founder and CEO of Fathom, a data analytics company working at the intersection of computer science and biology. She previously founded a cybersecurity company which was acquired by McAfee and worked for many years at Akamai... Show more

Pablo Segarra

Pablo Segarra

Pablo is an accomplished attorney and retired police officer with a passion for helping startup founders navigate the exciting and complex world of NFTs, Crypto, and the Metaverse. As the founder of Segarra Consulting, Pablo offers expert advice on the formation of business entities, business consulting, contract drafting and review, intellectual property, tokenization, NFT utility consulting, and other intricate issues facing Web3 founders. He leverages his legal expertise and experience to help founders utilize blockchain and digital collectibles to grow their businesses.

Pablo's focus on legal solutions for start-ups has allowed him to put his Juris Doctorate, earned at New York Law School, to good use. He has also dedicated himself to serving as a volunteer or consultant to large community organizations and nonprofits with a shared goal of empowering youth in inner cities and developing countries. Pablo also serves on the New York State Bar Association Task Force on Emerging Digital Finance and Currency, whose mission is to study and evaluate the legal issues and questions surrounding the expansion and regulation of the digital finance and digital currency industries in New York State.

Pablo's passion for empowering founders is evident in his work at Segarra Consulting. He relishes the opportunity to have problem-solving conversations with first or second-time founders and help them overcome any challenges they may encounter.

In addition to his work at Segarra Consulting, Pablo is an active member of the community, serving on the boards for Nexus Latinx and Latinx Professionals. His efforts have not gone unnoticed, as he has been recognized by media outlets such as Travel & Leisure, Thrive Global, and Voz de America, and has been featured on major news networks like NY1 and Bronx12.

Pablo is an accomplished attorney and retired police officer with a passion for helping startup founders navigate the exciting and complex world of NFTs, Crypto, and the Metaverse. As the founder of Segarra Consulting, Pablo offers expert advice on t... Show more

Praveen Kumar Sattarapu

Praveen Kumar Sattarapu

Praveen has been instrumental in promoting accountable marketing through his 2+ decades of experience, across markets globally with extensive focus on APAC.
He has been a passionate advocate of MarCommTech at WPP & OMG, particularly in the practices of Media Investment and Marketing ROI Measurement.
With his roles at Ohal, a consultancy he launched in Asia and ATG, he became an expert in marketing analysis of value, risk, and effectiveness of investments, through measurement of creative & digital impact on sales & brand health – largely focused on Logistics, FMCG and Auto sectors. He oversaw strategy, analytics and forayed in to digital marketing with sector focus on Technology and e-commerce, in his OMG India role.
He constantly adapts to learn, implement and share these practices & experiences through mentoring & guidance to start-up founding teams & students alike, making him one of the expert marketing thought leaders in today’s fast evolving environment.
Currently, he channels his effort into dedicated research with various papers published as part of his PhD program and hopes to bring this zeal & hunger into the world of conversational AI, looking to revolutionize “the next big thing”.

Praveen has been instrumental in promoting accountable marketing through his 2+ decades of experience, across markets globally with extensive focus on APAC. He has been a passionate advocate of MarCommTech at WPP & OMG, particularly in the practices... Show more

Tino Vivo

Tino Vivo

Argentinian entrepreneur, based in Los Angeles, leading web3 and the metaverse for brands. Founder of KOLLECTIFF - a web3 creative innovation studio working with agencies and brands to unlock the potential of web3 via digital ownership, co-creation and community. With his team, Tino has designed and executed some of the most successful web3-native metaverse campaigns for brands such as Acura (Honda), Patron Tequila (Bacardi), and Pedigree (Mars), and has advised and consulted Fortune 500 companies on their web3 strategies. KOLLECTIFF was a recipient of the 2022 INC. POWER PARTNER AWARD for the category of web3 and metaverse.

Argentinian entrepreneur, based in Los Angeles, leading web3 and the metaverse for brands. Founder of KOLLECTIFF - a web3 creative innovation studio working with agencies and brands to unlock the potential of web3 via digital ownership, co-creation a... Show more

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