Adeola is a Cyber AI Solutions Architect in a leading technology company. She has over 5years of experience across various domains having worked on social computation and Network Analysis, accelerated Data Science, Conversational AI, Speech to Text services and Machine Learning Operations (MLOps), she is now focused on developing and deploying Cybersecurity AI solutions at scale.

Adeola is a Cyber AI Solutions Architect in a leading technology company. She has over 5years of experience across various domains having worked on social computation and Network Analysis, accelerated Data Science, Conversational AI, Speech to Text s... Show more

Assaf Akiva is a senior software and data engineer at Microsoft focused on cloud-native services, streaming data, and secure access at scale. His career began in C++ and systems programming, where he learned to squeeze performance out of limited resources. Today he designs and ships resilient data platforms and pragmatic engineering workflows on Azure and .NET. Assaf is known for straight-talk sessions that cut through hype and show how to design, implement, and operate real systems. He teaches patterns for reliable pipelines, cost-aware architecture, and developer velocity with AI-assisted tooling. He also writes and mentors an active community of engineers. Attendees leave with checklists, code samples, and steps they can use on Monday.

Assaf Akiva is a senior software and data engineer at Microsoft focused on cloud-native services, streaming data, and secure access at scale. His career began in C++ and systems programming, where he learned to squeeze performance out of limited reso... Show more

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

Stefan is a Software Engineer passionate about open data. In his free time he trains highscool students to debate.

Stefan is a Software Engineer passionate about open data. In his free time he trains highscool students to debate. Show more

Javier Zon is the founder of ScaleDB, where he helps companies make their databases faster, cheaper, and more reliable. With over 15 years of experience as a MySQL DBA and platform engineer, he has supported customers ranging from fast-growing startups to large SaaS platforms, guiding them through scaling challenges, cost optimizations, and real-time analytics workloads.

When he’s not tuning queries or experimenting with ProxySQL and ReadySet, Javier enjoys practicing Taekwondo and creating mystical stories with his two kids.

Javier Zon is the founder of ScaleDB, where he helps companies make their databases faster, cheaper, and more reliable. With over 15 years of experience as a MySQL DBA and platform engineer, he has supported customers ranging from fast-growing startu... Show more

Kirsten “Kiki” Ringer is the founder of KLR Literary Management and brings 30+ years of experience in publishing and entertainment, including roles at The Walt Disney Studios, Penguin Putnam, and Russell & Volkening Literary Agency, where she worked with Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning authors.

Through KLR, she helps writers navigate traditional, hybrid, and author-publisher paths with clarity, strategy, and heart—offering an accessible, author-centered approach to publishing and marketing. She’s passionate about demystifying the process and empowering authors to take control of their publishing journey.

Kirsten “Kiki” Ringer is the founder of KLR Literary Management and brings 30+ years of experience in publishing and entertainment, including roles at The Walt Disney Studios, Penguin Putnam, and Russell & Volkening Literary Agency, where she worked ... Show more

Dorice Horenstein, Oy to Joy Champion Catalyst, is an international speaker, Positive Intelligence® expert, and author of Choose to Be Your Own Champion and the best-selling Moments of the Heart. With infectious energy, humor, and practical wisdom, Dorice brings a wealth of experience from her 30-year background in educational leadership, equipping leaders and organizations with the mindset and tools to turn stress into strength and setbacks into opportunities. Her mission is to ignite resilience, boost productivity, and elevate leadership through transformative storytelling, actionable strategies, and a joy-filled approach. Whether on stage or in workshops, Dorice empowers people to uncover their inner champions, cultivate meaningful relationships, and lead with confidence, purpose, and joy.

Dorice Horenstein, Oy to Joy Champion Catalyst, is an international speaker, Positive Intelligence® expert, and author of Choose to Be Your Own Champion and the best-selling Moments of the Heart. With infectious energy, humor, and practical wisdom, D... Show more

Erin Sykes’ perseverance and ability to anticipate trends are what have driven her success. Erin strives to help clients reach their unique goals with discreet, individualized attention and action-orientation.

Specializing in helping clients year-round in Palm Beach, The Hamptons, New York City, and the New Jersey coast, Erin utilizes her combined background in finance and construction to take an analytical and qualitative approach to amplifying clients’ return on investment.

With a background in commercial and luxury residential construction at her family’s 120+ year-old firm and certification as a LEED AP – New Construction, Erin understands how to optimize new development and intricate renovation using sustainable and architecturally-appropriate materials and methodology.

As a business news contributor, Erin is responsible for developing and translating real estate trend data into consumer and industry insights. She reports on monthly housing starts, new developments, rate changes and general industry trends for all major news outlets.

Erin is often interviewed by Fox Business News, CNBC, TODAY, CNN, NBC Nightly News, The Real Deal, Bloomberg, Mansion Global, Forbes, TechCrunch, and Inc. She holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor's in Finance and International Business from Villanova University.

Erin resides between Palm Beach, NYC & Longport, NJ and is deeply involved with the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, Opportunity, Inc., and the Southampton Hospital Foundation.

Follow Erin on Instagram and Twitter @SykesStyle

Erin Sykes’ perseverance and ability to anticipate trends are what have driven her success. Erin strives to help clients reach their unique goals with discreet, individualized attention and action-orientation. Specializing in helping clients year... Show more

Tech Lead at Ikigai Digital with over 10 years of engineering experience, including more than 5 years in the FinTech field. I have participated in building multiple successful greenfield and brownfield digital banks in Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Australia.

Tech Lead at Ikigai Digital with over 10 years of engineering experience, including more than 5 years in the FinTech field. I have participated in building multiple successful greenfield and brownfield digital banks in Hong Kong, the Philippines, and... Show more

Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga, is an author, producer, and screenwriter known for his unique storytelling and visionary direction. He has won multiple Best Screenplay Awards and earned 12 nominations at international film festivals, establishing his reputation in independent cinema.
Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga now looks to help solopreneurs and early-stage founders who feel disconnected from their brand uncover the emotional arc that makes everything click.
Through his cinematic storytelling system, he helps individuals find the story you’re really here to tell, shape it into a bold, structured brand voice and share it with clarity across content, offers, and pitches.
This is real story work. The kind that builds connection, drives growth, and makes people remember you.

Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga, is an author, producer, and screenwriter known for his unique storytelling and visionary direction. He has won multiple Best Screenplay Awards and earned 12 nominations at international film festivals, establishing his reputation ... Show more

Entrepreneur sustainable regional development
worldwide professional experience
Master Automotive Engineering

Entrepreneur sustainable regional development worldwide professional experience Master Automotive Engineering Show more

Anhad Singh is a cybersecurity & data privacy leader and holds a PhD in Data Privacy from University of California, Davis. Before starting Styrk AI, Anhad led multiple internal and external privacy initiatives at Google as Sr. Data Privacy Engineer. Prior to Google, he was at Dataguise (acquired in 2020) where he took on many different roles, including designing and building software, Product Management and the Head of Technology and Partnerships. Anhad exemplifies thought leadership across cybersecurity & data privacy through various speaking engagements, webinars, publishings and patent contributions.

Anhad Singh is a cybersecurity & data privacy leader and holds a PhD in Data Privacy from University of California, Davis. Before starting Styrk AI, Anhad led multiple internal and external privacy initiatives at Google as Sr. Data Privacy Engineer. ... Show more

Results-driven, high-performing strategist with 30+ years experience; successfully cultivating and growing their brands around the world, increasing economic profit while making a positive impact on society.

Rosemarie has a proven track record of managing strategic relationships to delivering optimal results in high-growth environments through initiatives that exceed performance targets and yield measurable outcomes.

She is an avid skier, hiker, wilderness enthusiast, safety advocate, SAR volunteer, producer of the Hawaii SAR Con and leads the PONO Group.

Understanding the necessity of the solid foundation required for any type of organization/team to achieve optimal performance at an any level, Rosemarie is passionate about creating a positive impact on communities sharing her knowledge and experiences to helping others.

Rosemarie has also been a teacher and practitioner of meditation, mindfulness, breathe-work, quantum physics, Kabbalah and yoga both on and off the mat for over 20 years.

Results-driven, high-performing strategist with 30+ years experience; successfully cultivating and growing their brands around the world, increasing economic profit while making a positive impact on society. Rosemarie has a proven track record of... Show more

Tomiwa is a software engineer and talent sourcer dedicated to helping people navigate and grow in the tech industry. With a background in software development and talent strategy, she has spent the past few years building tools, teaching sourcing, and mentoring aspiring tech professionals.

Beyond her work in engineering, Tomiwa works closely with startups founders and growing teams, helping them find the right talent to bring their vision to life. She is committed to mentorship and knowledge-sharing, ensuring that more people have access to opportunities in tech.

For Tomiwa, tech is more than just building software—it’s about creating pathways, solving real problems, and making space for more voices in the industry.

Tomiwa is a software engineer and talent sourcer dedicated to helping people navigate and grow in the tech industry. With a background in software development and talent strategy, she has spent the past few years building tools, teaching sourcing, an... Show more

I'm an experienced digital professional who has been working with the internet since 1995. My career has ranged from web development management to online marketing to inner sourcing. I have worked for element14.com (part of Premier Farnell), Elsevier, ebookers, and HSBC prior to coming to Shell.

I have a PhD in Creative Writing (University of Southampton, 2010); I was awarded my PhD in Engineering at Loughborough in 2024. My engineering thesis specifically related to how online communities can drive product innovation, and how innovative behaviours can be measured to drive actions.

I'm an experienced digital professional who has been working with the internet since 1995. My career has ranged from web development management to online marketing to inner sourcing. I have worked for element14.com (part of Premier Farnell), Elsevi... Show more

I work as a quality assurance engineer for web applications, software, mobile, and, in the past, SIM and USIM. I do the testing activity for the application frontend, website, backend system, and all the parts that form the product.
Passionate about automation (Playwright, Cypress, Nightwatchjs, Selenium, CasperJS, JMeter, SoapUI) and always open to new methods and technologies.

Coding (Java, PHP, Javascript, typescript), scripting, DB are some of my knowledge, together with everything needed to improve the final product.

My code is 100% gluten free

I work as a quality assurance engineer for web applications, software, mobile, and, in the past, SIM and USIM. I do the testing activity for the application frontend, website, backend system, and all the parts that form the product. Passionate about... Show more

Chief Collaborate Officer of "Civic Tech Zen Chiba," an alliance of civic tech organizations in Chiba Prefecture.

Chief Collaborate Officer of "Civic Tech Zen Chiba," an alliance of civic tech organizations in Chiba Prefecture. Show more

Will is a co-founder of Plot Tech, driving the company's mission to revolutionise the new home build sector. With 10+ years of experience in building technology products, Will brings expertise in developing innovative solutions tailored to the industry's unique challenges. Will's attention to detail have been instrumental in the creation of PlotSnag, Plot Tech's flagship product that automates defect capture processes, streamlines operations, and improves quality control, achieving accreditation by industry regulators. Will is not new to the startup scene, having launched businesses of which were reported on by the BBC for supporting small business maintain sales during the pandemic.

Will is a co-founder of Plot Tech, driving the company's mission to revolutionise the new home build sector. With 10+ years of experience in building technology products, Will brings expertise in developing innovative solutions tailored to the indust... Show more

Apasionado de la tecnología, pero ante todo padre.

Galardonado con el MVP en la categoría de development technologies

Me gusta colaborar en la medida de lo posible con la comunidad, sobre todo subiendo vídeos para la comunidad hispana en mi canal de Youtube.

Actualmente estoy desempeñando tareas de Arquitecto de software en Prodware, aplicando buenas practicas en flujos de trabajo.

Llevo bastante tiempo colaborando con proyectos para Microsoft, donde cada día es un reto

Apasionado de la tecnología, pero ante todo padre. Galardonado con el MVP en la categoría de development technologies Me gusta colaborar en la medida de lo posible con la comunidad, sobre todo subiendo vídeos para la comunidad hispana en mi can... Show more

Andy is a Data Platform MVP and SQL Server DBA that has managed databases in the healthcare, finance, e-commerce, and non-profit sectors. He has over 13 years of experience supporting high-volume, highly-available OLTP environments with demanding performance needs.

Andy is also co-organizer of SQL Saturday events in Boston, and the founder of the BostonSQL User Group. He blogs at am2.co, and as a guest blogger at SqlPerformance.com

Andy lives just outside Boston, Massachusetts, USA with his husband and their two dogs.

Andy is a Data Platform MVP and SQL Server DBA that has managed databases in the healthcare, finance, e-commerce, and non-profit sectors. He has over 13 years of experience supporting high-volume, highly-available OLTP environments with demanding per... Show more

I am Chief Digital Officer for iCubed, a leading Microsoft Gold Partner, currently living in Milan, Italy.

We help customers build fantastic and innovative applications, drive the digital transformation of their business, thought cloud, web, mobile, and new technologies. I'm also responsible for the learning division, thanks to my 20 years of expertise in this area.

I'm Microsoft Regional Director for Italy, helping customers to be in touch with Microsoft, and Microsoft ASP.NET MVP since 2002.

In 1998 I founded and I'm currently serving as network manager for ASPItalia.com, the largest Italian dev community, counting about 70,000 users. I'm publishing code since 1998 with open source license, driving the Microsoft ecosystem in Italy to exchange more broadly.

I'm a well-known professional author with 30 published books, and a speaker at the main developer-focused events worldwide.

I'm the organizer of CommunityDays.it, the most important community conference in Italy, with 1,000+ participants every year.

I'm very passionate about design and home automation.

Benvenuto

I am Chief Digital Officer for iCubed, a leading Microsoft Gold Partner, currently living in Milan, Italy. We help customers build fantastic and innovative applications, drive the digital transformation of their business, thought cloud, web, mobil... Show more

Me? I'm the Chief Architect at Editec, a sports betting/lottery company based in Europe that does business across 20+ African countries.

Me? I'm the Chief Architect at Editec, a sports betting/lottery company based in Europe that does business across 20+ African countries. Show more

Mostafiz Rahman is a young entrepreneur from Dhaka, Bangladesh who is currently working as Engineering Director at Durbin Labs Limited.
He is a Full Stack Software Engineer with 6+ years of professional experience in developing high performance, scalable and fault tolerant solutions. He has hands on experience of designing, developing and managing APIs, multi-tier web applications and cross platform mobile applications that are being used by hundreds of thousands of users.
He has a proven track record of engineering, entrepreneurship and leadership. He co-founded the startup Durbin Labs Limited back in 2014 with two other partners which has now become a company of 25+ bright minds.

Mostafiz Rahman is a young entrepreneur from Dhaka, Bangladesh who is currently working as Engineering Director at Durbin Labs Limited. He is a Full Stack Software Engineer with 6+ years of professional experience in developing high performance, sc... Show more

Pro Kitchen Remodeling Orange County is a professional kitchen remodeling company serving homeowners in Orange County, California. We specialize in complete kitchen renovations, custom kitchen cabinets, countertop installation, kitchen layout improvements, lighting solutions, and modern kitchen design.

Our goal is to help homeowners transform outdated or inefficient kitchens into beautiful, functional, and comfortable spaces. We focus on practical designs, quality remodeling solutions, and personalized approaches that fit each project’s style, needs, and budget.

Whether you are planning a complete kitchen renovation or looking to upgrade specific elements such as cabinets, countertops, lighting, or layout, Pro Kitchen Remodeling Orange County provides solutions designed to improve both the appearance and functionality of your kitchen.

Pro Kitchen Remodeling Orange County is a professional kitchen remodeling company serving homeowners in Orange County, California. We specialize in complete kitchen renovations, custom kitchen cabinets, countertop installation, kitchen layout improve... Show more

Anisha Fernandes is a UK-based technology entrepreneur, cybersecurity professional and founder of Cyber Thistle Ltd. A Software Engineer, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor & Implementer and CompTIA CySA+ certified professional, she brings 8+ years of cross-sector experience spanning cybersecurity, finance, healthcare, automotive, edtech and the public sector.

Anisha speaks on cybersecurity, women in technology, responsible innovation, entrepreneurship, cross-border collaboration and the realities of building a technology company internationally. She has delivered cybersecurity workshops for 300+ C-suite leaders, professionals and community organisations and has contributed to innovation and technology ecosystems across the UK and India.

As an Innovator Founder in the UK, Anisha also shares her experience of building a company across borders, navigating the founder journey and turning technical expertise into products, partnerships and opportunities.

Her approach combines technical insight with practical stories, making complex technology, risk and innovation accessible to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Anisha Fernandes is a UK-based technology entrepreneur, cybersecurity professional and founder of Cyber Thistle Ltd. A Software Engineer, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor & Implementer and CompTIA CySA+ certified professional, she brings 8+ years of cross-sect... Show more

Yonghui is a Software Engineer at Google on the Cloud Storage AI/ML team. He focuses on eliminating data-path and checkpointing bottlenecks across large-scale distributed training frameworks. He is a contributor to FSSpec and PyTorch, focusing on I/O concurrency, stream flushing, and cloud-native training efficiency.

Yonghui is a Software Engineer at Google on the Cloud Storage AI/ML team. He focuses on eliminating data-path and checkpointing bottlenecks across large-scale distributed training frameworks. He is a contributor to FSSpec and PyTorch, focusing on I/O... Show more

Roberth Minga Vallejo es ingeniero de sistemas con un MBA del Tec de Monterrey y más de 20 años de experiencia liderando iniciativas de transformación digital y adopción de tecnologías en América Latina.  Durante dos décadas en la empresa Microsoft, ocupó diversos roles de liderazgo en marketing y desarrollo de negocio, impulsando el crecimiento de soluciones en la nube y productividad como Microsoft 365 en múltiples países de la región.  Actualmente es Gerente de la empresa Tecforpro, donde lidera proyectos de capacitación y adopción de inteligencia artificial en empresas, ayudando a equipos a mejorar su productividad, desarrollar nuevas capacidades y generar impacto real en el negocio.

Roberth Minga Vallejo es ingeniero de sistemas con un MBA del Tec de Monterrey y más de 20 años de experiencia liderando iniciativas de transformación digital y adopción de tecnologías en América Latina.  Durante dos décadas en la empresa Microsoft, ... Show more

Mohamed Laghdaf is a 22-years old certified software engineer from BlueCrest College, where he obtained a diploma in software engineering. He also holds a diploma with distinction in Peace and Conflict Studies and a BSc (Hons) in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Sierra Leone. Currently, he is in the final stage of pursuing an LL.B alongside an LL.M (Master of Laws) simultaneously, with a particular interest in technology law.

Professionally, Mohamed Laghdaf is an academia, aspiring to become a global expert in AI accountability and liability frameworks. In 2024, he serves as the director of the FALAS Human Rights Student Wing at the Republic of Sierra Leone. In October 2025, he serves as a keynote speaker in Liberia and has also been invited to Kigali for a subsequent session in October 2026. Additionally, he is the president of the Njala Association of Law Mooters. He is fluent in English and Arabic and a beginner in Spanish.

Mohamed's professional memberships include being a Rotarian at the Rotary Club of Freetown Peninsula, a young student member at the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (England), and an honorary member of the Honours Society (USA).

His currently trying to obtain a license from the Chartered Institute of Professional Security Studies in AI governance and risk management. He is also a PhD applicant at the University of Canberra, Australia, focusing his research on "Assessing the Concept of Legal Personhood in the Age of Artificial Intelligence."

In summary, Mohamed Laghdaf is an emerging international legal scholar dedicated to integrate law, technology, and conflict resolution, with the aim of promoting a better global policy framework.

Mohamed Laghdaf is a 22-years old certified software engineer from BlueCrest College, where he obtained a diploma in software engineering. He also holds a diploma with distinction in Peace and Conflict Studies and a BSc (Hons) in Peace and Conflict S... Show more

AI, Sustainability & Smart Cities Strategist | Startup Ecosystem Leader

Isaac Agya Koomson is a Ghanaian sustainability strategist, AI innovation advocate, and startup ecosystem builder focused on advancing Africa’s economic transformation through technology, entrepreneurship, and smart systems development.

He is the Founder & CEO of KIA-Start Up Consult, Civitas Estate & Maintenance, and Farmers Haven, and Team Lead of HopeFusion Africa — an initiative with a bold vision to reduce Africa’s unemployment by 10% by 2030. His work integrates AI-driven innovation, smart urbanization, renewable energy, and agribusiness transformation to build scalable, impact-driven enterprises.

Isaac has delivered keynote addresses on AI for smart urbanization, the Human + AI hybrid workforce, and reskilling for the generative AI age at platforms including Ghana Digital & Innovation Week, Africa Education Trust Fund, and DataGlobal Hub. He has represented Ghana and African youth as an official delegate at the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, World Bank Youth Summit, UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), IPBES-12, Global Youth Environment Assembly, and the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, contributing to global discussions on climate finance, sustainable development, and digital transformation.

With over seven years of leadership across entrepreneurship, humanitarian operations, and green innovation, Isaac has supported more than 50 startups in achieving product-market fit, investment readiness, and scalable growth. His thought leadership publications have generated over 2 million views, shaping conversations around AI infrastructure, economic resilience, and Africa’s future of work.

Recognized as Young Entrepreneur of the Year (2023) by the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs, Isaac speaks at the intersection of technology, sustainability, policy, and inclusive economic growth — challenging audiences to rethink how Africa builds its future.

AI, Sustainability & Smart Cities Strategist | Startup Ecosystem Leader Isaac Agya Koomson is a Ghanaian sustainability strategist, AI innovation advocate, and startup ecosystem builder focused on advancing Africa’s economic transformation through... Show more

Ryan Carl is a software engineer with over 12 years of experience. He has a strong background in full stack application development in multiple different languages and platforms. In his free time, Ryan contributes to open source projects and explores new technologies.

Ryan Carl is a software engineer with over 12 years of experience. He has a strong background in full stack application development in multiple different languages and platforms. In his free time, Ryan contributes to open source projects and explores... Show more