Joanna is an interaction designer, entrepreneur, and thought leader in human-centred technology. She is best known as the creator of Pillow Talk, the world’s first IoT product designed to help families feel emotionally connected across distance, now used in over 80 countries worldwide.

With over a decade of experience at the intersection of tech and intimacy, Joanna now runs and advises companies on designing digital products that prioritise empathy, trust, and human connection.

Known for her honest, no-fluff approach, she speaks globally on the future of emotionally intelligent tech.

Joanna is an interaction designer, entrepreneur, and thought leader in human-centred technology. She is best known as the creator of Pillow Talk, the world’s first IoT product designed to help families feel emotionally connected across distance, now ... Show more

Ruthann Savage is the founder of Savage Dynamic Consulting, where she helps organizations turn strategy into movement. Known for her diagnostic clarity and ability to translate complexity into execution, she advises companies on how to improve performance by aligning leadership, talent, and process.

Her work spans Fortune 100 environments and founder‑led firms, where she is called in when execution stalls, growth slows, or leaders need sharper traction. Ruthann’s approach blends organizational psychology, process architecture, and practical performance engineering-helping teams reduce churn, accelerate decisions, and strengthen accountability.

She also guides leaders through the human side of emerging technologies, including how AI reshapes capability, alignment, and culture. A published author and professional speaker, Ruthann is recognized for challenging assumptions, provoking clarity, and helping leaders build systems that work in the real world. Whether supporting post‑M&A integration or advising on workforce strategy, her message remains consistent: performance improves when people, process, and leadership move in the same direction.

Ruthann Savage is the founder of Savage Dynamic Consulting, where she helps organizations turn strategy into movement. Known for her diagnostic clarity and ability to translate complexity into execution, she advises companies on how to improve perfor... Show more

Hola, soy Lesly Samaritano, Ingeniera de Sistemas e Informática que se especializa en crear soluciones tecnológicas que impacten positivamente la calidad de vida de las personas. En el mundo digital, me conocen como Flutterina.

Mi expertise principal es como desarrolladora de aplicaciones móviles con Flutter, donde integro Inteligencia Artificial (como Gemini) para construir herramientas innovadoras. Esta expertise se complementa con dos años de experiencia en QA para RPA (Automatización Robótica de Procesos) y Bases de Datos.

Mi pasión va más allá del desarrollo: soy Embajadora de Women Techmakers y dedico mis esfuerzos a democratizar la educación digital. A través de mi marca Flutterina, creo contenido en redes sociales (@fluterinapps en TikTok e Instagram). Con ello, no solo incentivo a más mujeres a unirse a carreras STEM, sino que también promuevo la ruta del freelance como una poderosa vía para ganar experiencia por cuenta propia y acelerar el crecimiento profesional.

Hola, soy Lesly Samaritano, Ingeniera de Sistemas e Informática que se especializa en crear soluciones tecnológicas que impacten positivamente la calidad de vida de las personas. En el mundo digital, me conocen como Flutterina. Mi expertise princi... Show more

I wrote my first lines of code on a Commodore 64 in Basic when I was 10 years old. It was love at first sight! Eventually I earned a degree in electronic engineering and a Masters degree in software engineering at Università Politecnica delle Marche in Italy in 2002, with a thesis about pattern recognition at UPC in Barcelona, Spain. My career has spanned several roles in software and services businesses, encompassing development and testing, system management, and support, particularly centered around databases and distributed systems. As a Senior Product Manager at Redis, I drive the roadmap and strategy for database client libraries and ecosystems.

I wrote my first lines of code on a Commodore 64 in Basic when I was 10 years old. It was love at first sight! Eventually I earned a degree in electronic engineering and a Masters degree in software engineering at Università Politecnica delle Marche ... Show more

With over 20 years of experience in solution selling and channel management. Vaughan has been involved in demand and supply planning with Netstock for the last 10 years and is passionate about building strong relationships and adding value to both partners and their customers.

With over 20 years of experience in solution selling and channel management. Vaughan has been involved in demand and supply planning with Netstock for the last 10 years and is passionate about building strong relationships and adding value to both p... Show more

Dan Reus believes innovators and ecosystem builders can get much more impact by focusing on how to best engage stakeholders with content, calls to action, and activities that iteratively build capacity. As Founder and Chief Instigator of Openly Disruptive, he and his team help visionary leaders build transformational systems for innovation. Dan has over 20 years experience helping Fortune 100 firms, startups, and ecosystem builders use these approaches to connect with new and existing customers, partners, opportunities, technology and ways to operate in sectors from deep tech to consumer products and services. Dan is based in St Louis and says, “The future will be what we make it!”

Dan Reus believes innovators and ecosystem builders can get much more impact by focusing on how to best engage stakeholders with content, calls to action, and activities that iteratively build capacity. As Founder and Chief Instigator of Openly Disru... Show more

Damir Šlogar, a luminary in the video game industry, has dedicated over four decades to advancing interactive entertainment. His journey began in the 1980s, developing proprietary games for platforms like MSX and Commodore Amiga. Transitioning through roles in broadcasting and journalism, he eventually ventured into game development in North America, contributing to over 150 titles, including renowned franchises such as Shrek, Barbie, and Battlefield.
In 2004, Šlogar founded Big Blue Bubble, a Canadian video game company that gained international acclaim with titles like "My Singing Monsters," reaching over 250 million players worldwide.
Returning to his hometown of Zagreb, Šlogar established the Video Game Museum to showcase the evolution of video games and their impact on technology and pop culture. He aims to share his passion with the world, especially younger generations who may not have experienced the magic of gaming's early days.
Damir Šlogar's remarkable career and dedication are poised to significantly enrich Zagreb's cultural and tourist offerings, providing a comprehensive look into the history and significance of video games.

Damir Šlogar, a luminary in the video game industry, has dedicated over four decades to advancing interactive entertainment. His journey began in the 1980s, developing proprietary games for platforms like MSX and Commodore Amiga. Transitioning throug... Show more

Petar Georgiev is the VP Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at AMPECO, a charging management platform for electric vehicles.

Petar is a seasoned and internationally-recognised expert in the ecosystem of electric mobility. At AMPECO he leads projects and strategic engagement in the context of more than 10 industry bodies in Europe, in North America and globally. Additionally, he spearheads AMPECO’s positioning on public policy matters as well as the company’s sustainability strategy.

Previous to his role at AMPECO, Petar has actively shaped Europe’s clean transportation policy during a four-year stint in Brussels. Through his understanding of macro-trends in the EV ecosystem, he has contributed to the finalisation of the EU Mobility Package and the formation of the EU Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy.

Petar has spoken at 100+ industry events in Europe, Asia and North America throughout his career - covering everything from roundtable discussions to major industry forums.

Petar Georgiev is the 2021 winner of the “EV Under 30 Star” award, which he received during the EV World Congress in Bristol (UK), and is also among the 2022 class of the Forbes Bulgaria "30 Under 30" ranking in the Science, Tech and Healthcare category. Petar has a MA in International Relations and Diplomacy from the College of Europe in Bruges with a focus on energy and environmental policy.

Petar Georgiev is the VP Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at AMPECO, a charging management platform for electric vehicles. Petar is a seasoned and internationally-recognised expert in the ecosystem of electric mobility. At AMPECO he leads proj... Show more

Kody Hartlaub is an internationally recognized performance specialist in the mental architecture of champions. He works exclusively with elite athletes, Olympic contenders, world-class competitors,
and high-performing organizations—including professional athletes on the Philadelphia Phillies, world champions pursuing their next title, Olympic-stage athletes, Division 1 programs, and corporations like L'Oréal—to unlock performance at the highest level.
In less than a decade, Kody has executed a complete program turnaround at the college level, taking a Division 3 athletic program from last place to top-tier status in under a year. He's guided a two-
time world champion through his pursuit of a third championship. He's positioned Olympic-level athletes for international competition. He's embedded himself in locker rooms and boardrooms where the margin of error is zero, and results are the only currency that matters.
His work is about diagnosis and execution. Kody identifies the psychological architecture underneath performance: the belief systems, decision-making patterns, emotional regulation, and mental discipline that separate champions from competitors. He rebuilds that architecture from the foundation up, then ensures it performs under pressure, when it counts most.
Kody holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and is completing his master's in sport performance and psychology. More importantly, he is personally mentored by Ben Newman, one of the five most respected performance coaches in the world. He has been selected as a judge for the International Globee Awards for Excellence: a distinction reserved for the elite practitioners in his field.
As founder of KHP Coaching, creator of the Diamond Leadership Architecture framework, and architect of the KHP1 performance community, Kody doesn't build athletes. He builds champions who know exactly who they are, what they're capable of, and how to deliver it when the stakes are highest

Kody Hartlaub is an internationally recognized performance specialist in the mental architecture of champions. He works exclusively with elite athletes, Olympic contenders, world-class competitors, and high-performing organizations—including profess... Show more

Gregg Robbins is the AVP of IT Security Services and head of the cyber security program at Watco Companies. He is responsible for the security, system monitoring and altering, and security governance teams at Watco. He has over 40 years of IT experience working for such companies as Diebold, JB Hunt, Transplace, BNSF Logistics, and Watco Companies.

Watco started their security operations team under Gregg’s leadership six years ago. In addition to supporting over 4500 team members at more than 450 locations in 4 countries, Watco also operates multiple locations that have been deemed part of the United States’ national critical infrastructure. Gregg is passionate about developing cyber security talent and growing a flexible and effective team to protect Watco from malicious actors. The cybersecurity program at Watco has a cyber security focused team that emphasizes quick detection and response to threats and multi-layered and tested cyber recovery solutions.

Gregg Robbins is the AVP of IT Security Services and head of the cyber security program at Watco Companies. He is responsible for the security, system monitoring and altering, and security governance teams at Watco. He has over 40 years of IT experie... Show more

I help Financial Services organizations build trusted AI applications and data platforms that people actually use.
IEEE CertifAIEd™ Assessor and Capgemini's The MCP Forge Community Driver.

I help Financial Services organizations build trusted AI applications and data platforms that people actually use. IEEE CertifAIEd™ Assessor and Capgemini's The MCP Forge Community Driver. Show more

Over 30 years of experience leading global technology strategy and agentic AI transformation at the highest level. Can tell the story of the $250m AI-powered Marketing Platform I built at WPP; an industry-first. And quite the adventure!

Over 30 years of experience leading global technology strategy and agentic AI transformation at the highest level. Can tell the story of the $250m AI-powered Marketing Platform I built at WPP; an industry-first. And quite the adventure! Show more

Sven Leiß is a Senior Manager at MHP with a focus on secure platform architecture, cloud transformation and modern delivery operating models. He works with organizations that need to balance engineering speed with governance, security and long-term architectural resilience. His work covers platform engineering, sovereign AI patterns and future-ready delivery design.

Sven Leiß is a Senior Manager at MHP with a focus on secure platform architecture, cloud transformation and modern delivery operating models. He works with organizations that need to balance engineering speed with governance, security and long-term a... Show more

JavaScript, Vim and Community

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With over a decade of experience in big tech - and a majority of that time dedicated to Trust and Safety - Aniket represents a small but passionate community of engineers committed to making the internet a safer place.

Currently, Aniket contributes to Airbnb’s mission of creating safer holiday and experience platforms for users worldwide. Over the course of his career, he has made significant contributions to products and platforms at leading technology companies including Meta, Google, and Yahoo.

At Meta, Aniket led engineering efforts for responsible recommendation across the Facebook app, focusing on groups, pages, and creators. He played a pivotal role in handling global initiatives such as the COVID-19 misinformation mitigation, and crisis response strategies for global events on Facebook platforms. This work was recognized by the Head of the Facebook app and resulted in more than a 10x improvement in recommendation quality on the platform.

At Instagram, he spearheaded a ground-up initiative to build a sustainable revenue-sharing program for creators, launching a successful pilot in South Korea that became the model for expansion to the U.S. and Japan.

Earlier in his career at Google, Aniket was one of the early engineers on YouTube TV, developing the backend infrastructure for recommendations and growth features that helped scale the product from a few hundred users to hundreds of thousands.

He holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from New York University’s Courant Institute and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Mumbai.

Aniket is passionate about building responsible, large-scale technology systems that promote trust, safety, and equity.

With over a decade of experience in big tech - and a majority of that time dedicated to Trust and Safety - Aniket represents a small but passionate community of engineers committed to making the internet a safer place. Currently, Aniket contribut... Show more

https://www.linkedin.com/in/schultejerome/

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Rajiv is an Entrepreneur, Innovator, Nerd, Advisor, and Mentor. He has invested majority of his career into enterprise software for industrial segment with deep expertise in IoT, Cloud, AI, and machine learning technologies. As a mentor, he advises startups on pre-sales, bootstrapping, product architecture and GTM strategies.
He currently serves on the board of:

1. InThing, a company offering location intelligence to industries
2. NuGuard, AI security and governance platform

Rajiv is an Entrepreneur, Innovator, Nerd, Advisor, and Mentor. He has invested majority of his career into enterprise software for industrial segment with deep expertise in IoT, Cloud, AI, and machine learning technologies. As a mentor, he advises s... Show more

Vijay Kumar Soni is the Founder and CEO of Maghraut Technologies, with over eight years of experience supporting organizations in the practical and scalable adoption of modern technologies. He is an active contributor to the Salesforce community and regularly participates in community-led events. Vijay works closely with small and growing businesses to simplify digital transformation using Salesforce and other modern platforms. His approach is grounded in real-world experience, focused on solving real business challenges, and driven by a strong belief in learning through shared stories and community collaboration.

Vijay Kumar Soni is the Founder and CEO of Maghraut Technologies, with over eight years of experience supporting organizations in the practical and scalable adoption of modern technologies. He is an active contributor to the Salesforce community and ... Show more

J. Michael Robison is a senior real estate executive, entrepreneur, and civic leader with decades of experience building and guiding large-scale operating companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on structure, accountability, and long-term performance. He serves as Managing Partner of Robison Real Estate Holdings, LLC, and is the Founder, Chairman, and retired Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. He is also the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ackceptional.com, continuing his involvement in service-focused business initiatives.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Finance from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His academic background provided a strong foundation in business operations and financial decision-making. Just as important, his education connected him to Atlanta’s business and civic ecosystem, where he later built companies and served in leadership roles across multiple institutions.

The most significant chapter of Michael Robison's professional career is his role as Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. Under his leadership, Lanier Parking Holdings grew into a central parking management and transportation services company operating across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The organization expanded steadily by emphasizing operational consistency, service quality, and scalable systems.

During his tenure, Lanier expanded into a central parking management platform operating more than 400 properties in 50 cities across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company oversaw approximately $15 billion in assets under management and generated about $140 million in annual management fee income. At the time of his retirement as CEO, the company managed more than 400 properties across 50 cities. It reached approximately $15 billion in assets under management while generating roughly $140 million in annual management fee income.

Mr. Robison’s leadership period was marked by sustained growth and the professionalization of parking management as a service industry. Lanier Parking Holdings received recognition for its operating performance, including inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Companies. Georgia Trend Magazine recognized the company as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution recognized it as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies and one of the top 100 Private Companies.

Following his retirement as Chief Executive Officer, he continued to serve as Chairman of Lanier Parking Holdings, focusing on governance, executive mentorship, and long-term strategy. Alongside his business leadership, J. Michael Robison has remained active in civic leadership, serving as a chairman with the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Transit Subcommittee, the Metro Chamber Commuter Rail Task Force, the Georgia Gaming Research Alliance, and Atlanta Streetcar, Inc.

J. Michael Robison is a senior real estate executive, entrepreneur, and civic leader with decades of experience building and guiding large-scale operating companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on structure, accountability, and long-term p... Show more

Daniel Bron is a builder, operator, and researcher focused on turning complex technology into real, valuable companies. An entrepreneur from an early age, he launched his first venture at 12 and has since built and scaled multiple businesses across marketing, design, development, fintech, and emerging technology.

Today, Daniel leads Fulcrum and Superposition Capital, where he works across research-led strategic advisory and investment. His work centers on understanding how systems actually function, identifying where leverage exists, and helping turn ambitious ideas into businesses, infrastructure, and execution that hold up in the real world.

Daniel has advised major brands and public institutions, including DeLorean and Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation, and has spoken at the Javits Center in New York and the LA Convention Center. His edge is a combination of first-principles thinking, operational discipline, and the ability to move from insight to execution in complex, high-stakes environments.

Daniel Bron is a builder, operator, and researcher focused on turning complex technology into real, valuable companies. An entrepreneur from an early age, he launched his first venture at 12 and has since built and scaled multiple businesses across m... Show more

As a trusted international keynote speaker and author, Steven is known for cutting through the noise and shifting the mindset on wellness. He combines compelling stories, thought-provoking data, and practical insight to inspire real change.

Steven leaves audiences with more than inspiration. He equips them with tools to move forward in ways that feel clear, authentic, and achievable. Whether he is speaking to executives, frontline workers, or leadership teams, people consistently say the same thing: they feel seen, understood, and ready to lead, live, and connect with intention.

His keynotes address the real pressures people face every day and offer actionable ways to build a coherent life and healthier workplaces. Steven creates the space for audiences to think differently, ask better questions, and reconnect with what matters most.

If you are looking for a speaker who will bring clarity to your teams and move the conversation forward in a meaningful way, Steven Langer is the voice you want in the room.

As a trusted international keynote speaker and author, Steven is known for cutting through the noise and shifting the mindset on wellness. He combines compelling stories, thought-provoking data, and practical insight to inspire real change. Steven... Show more

Rutger Flohil began his career as a .NET developer, building a solid base in software development before switching gears to focus on cybersecurity. After gaining valuable experience in the Security Operations Center (SOC) of the Dutch TLD, he moved on to his current role as a Red Teamer at Dutch Railways (NS). Rutger enjoys the creative side of security, especially when it comes to writing offensive scripts in Python. Always curious and eager to learn, he’s passionate about discovering new techniques and fresh perspectives to tackle security challenges.

Rutger Flohil began his career as a .NET developer, building a solid base in software development before switching gears to focus on cybersecurity. After gaining valuable experience in the Security Operations Center (SOC) of the Dutch TLD, he moved o... Show more

Nirmal Jingar is a senior technology leader specializing in large-scale supply chain systems, decision automation, and enterprise AI. He has spent his career designing and operating platforms that power critical commerce workflows across inventory management, logistics, returns, and customer promises in high-volume, real-world environments.

His work focuses on moving beyond traditional analytics and forecasting toward autonomous decision systems that operate with clear governance, accountability, and measurable business impact. Nirmal has led cross-functional efforts spanning engineering, data science, and operations to deploy AI-driven systems that balance automation with human oversight at scale.

Nirmal regularly contributes to discussions on enterprise AI strategy, system design, and the future of operational decision-making.

Nirmal Jingar is a senior technology leader specializing in large-scale supply chain systems, decision automation, and enterprise AI. He has spent his career designing and operating platforms that power critical commerce workflows across inventory ma... Show more

Blair advanced through multiple roles at MCA, showcasing expertise in Dynamics AX/365 implementations and architecting simple solutions for complex problems. With a strong foundation in multi-site manufacturing and configure to order, I've been instrumental in spreading the "Why D365" movement and making customers happy. Passionate about driving value and aligning business strategy with process efficiency, technology and desired outcomes. Big fan of manufacturing/distribution and uncovering the 'why' behind the 'what' before we just 'do' it.

Blair advanced through multiple roles at MCA, showcasing expertise in Dynamics AX/365 implementations and architecting simple solutions for complex problems. With a strong foundation in multi-site manufacturing and configure to order, I've been instr... Show more

Cass Cooper is a leadership strategist and keynote speaker specializing in executive sensemaking during restructures, rapid growth, AI integration, and operating model shifts—where clarity, trust, and execution all matter.

With more than two decades of experience across sales, organizational development, and leadership advisory work, Cass is known for translating complexity into decision-ready insight. Her work sits at the intersection of people systems, communication, and organizational performance, helping leaders move beyond symptoms to address the underlying dynamics that stall execution and erode trust.

Through insight-driven keynotes and leadership intensives, Cass challenges the idea of “soft skills” as secondary, reframing emotional intelligence, judgment, and accountability as core business capabilities. Her approach focuses on strengthening what already works, closing execution gaps, and building people-centered systems that scale without adding drag.

Cass holds a Bachelor of Arts in Women’s and Gender Studies from DePaul University and a Master of Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma. Known as The Chaos Whisperer, she brings a grounded, pragmatic perspective to global stages—equipping leaders to make better decisions under pressure in complex, fast-changing, and AI-driven environments.

Watch Cass’s keynote sizzle reel: https://youtu.be/v4qc7uooWmk

Cass Cooper is a leadership strategist and keynote speaker specializing in executive sensemaking during restructures, rapid growth, AI integration, and operating model shifts—where clarity, trust, and execution all matter. With more than two decad... Show more

Frank Boucher, was born on the French side of this wide Canadian country. Passionate about the AI , Cloud computing, and .NET he is seeking to learn from other and share his knowledge. His goal is to make it easier for others to leverage the power of the technologies in their business and projects.

Frank's dedication to sharing knowledge is evident through his "Cloud 5 minutes" YouTube channel, where he simplifies complex cloud concepts into bite-sized, accessible content. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, as he's a four-time recipient of the prestigious Microsoft Azure MVP award, solidifying his status as a leading voice in the cloud computing sphere.

He is a .NET - DevOps - Integrator that love creating tools and contributing to open-source projects, and will use videos to shares all the goodness he finds.

Frank Boucher, was born on the French side of this wide Canadian country. Passionate about the AI , Cloud computing, and .NET he is seeking to learn from other and share his knowledge. His goal is to make it easier for others to leverage the power of... Show more

Experienced software engineer focused on AI and product development. Currently leading the development of AI solutions for global medical device manufacturers at Flinn. Prior to this, I worked with Apple Music's data engineering team, built a decision support SaaS used by large software organisations such as Apple and Move Inc, and led teams building solutions to monitor supply chain risks across millions of global data points at Prewave.

I'm passionate about the intersection of software engineering, data, and product, and at my best when leading teams that build data-centred digital products.

Experienced software engineer focused on AI and product development. Currently leading the development of AI solutions for global medical device manufacturers at Flinn. Prior to this, I worked with Apple Music's data engineering team, built a decisio... Show more

Samu Niemelä is a seasoned data architect and Domain Lead at Zure, where he helps organizations turn messy data into modern, scalable platforms—mostly on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric, and occasionally with some strong opinions. With over a decade of experience, he’s wrangled technologies like SQL Server, Azure Synapse Analytics, Snowflake, and Microsoft Fabric. Samu lives in the liquorice capital of the world—Kouvola, Finland.

Samu Niemelä is a seasoned data architect and Domain Lead at Zure, where he helps organizations turn messy data into modern, scalable platforms—mostly on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric, and occasionally with some strong opinions. With over a de... Show more

I show CMOs and Marketing Leaders how to build world-class creative firepower without the overhead.
Straight from someone who’s spent 25 years ‘on the tools’ and scaling global agencies.

Hi, I’m Dan Day 👋

A creative business leader and founder who thrives on building ideas, brands, and the people behind them.

After nearly a decade bootstrapping and scaling Invisible Artists from a single desk into a global production powerhouse (working with brands like Spotify, Facebook, and The Body Shop), I realised that the "new age" of digital asset creation requires a different approach: agility over ego.

Now, through The Guroos, I help challenger brands and marketing departments get noticed.

📣 Creative Operations for CMOs: Plugging in world-class content through web, design, film, and animation experts exactly when your internal team needs the boost.

📣 Strategy for Heads of Marketing & PR: Navigating the "new age" (AI) of digital assets—ensuring your content isn't just "made," but made to move the needle.

📣 Support for Fractional Leaders: Acting as your dedicated creative arm so you can deliver big-agency results without the big-agency headcount.

📣 The Guroos Collective: Access to my hand-picked network of high-performing thinkers, makers, and doers in brand, design, and motion.

My career started in 1999 at DDB, dubbing tapes and teaching myself to edit after hours. That "scrappy" start still defines my work ethic today: a belief that the best advertising blends raw craft with commercial impact.

If you’re a CMO or Marketing Leader ready to turn your content into a competitive advantage, let's talk.

📧 dan@theguroos.com
The Guroos: Good people. Doing good work. For good brands. 🚀

I show CMOs and Marketing Leaders how to build world-class creative firepower without the overhead. Straight from someone who’s spent 25 years ‘on the tools’ and scaling global agencies. Hi, I’m Dan Day 👋 A creative business leader and founde... Show more

Giovanni Giamminola is a strategic advisor, author, and researcher specialising in AI-driven
management, cognitive governance, and strategic transformation. He brings over twenty years of
executive experience as CEO in Europe and North America, having led entrepreneurial and
multinational organisations operating at multi-billion-euro scale.
He holds a degree in Economics from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan and completed
executive education programs at Harvard Business School. His professional background combines
hands-on leadership experience with deep expertise in the design and implementation of large-scale
digital and AI-enabled transformation initiatives, with a specific focus on how artificial intelligence
reshapes decision-making, governance structures, and leadership practices.
Giovanni works with boards and senior leadership teams to design advanced decision architectures
that integrate artificial intelligence, cognitive models, and organisational systems, with the objective
of improving the quality, robustness, and accountability of strategic reasoning in complex
environments.
He is the founder of Systemic Zero, the framework underpinning his work on Cognitive
Governance: a discipline focused on governing hybrid human–AI decision systems and preserving
managerial agency in the age of intelligent machines. His work explores how organisations can
move beyond AI as a productivity tool and treat it as a structural component of strategic cognition.
Giovanni is the author of The Augmented Manager (https://a.co/d/2h5pyox) and The Augmented
Brand, and his publications contribute to the international debate on how AI is redefining strategy,
leadership, competitive positioning, and models of organisational governance. He regularly
contributes to executive education initiatives and public forums on AI, leadership, and the future of
management.

Giovanni Giamminola is a strategic advisor, author, and researcher specialising in AI-driven management, cognitive governance, and strategic transformation. He brings over twenty years of executive experience as CEO in Europe and North America, h... Show more