Hans, originally from the Netherlands and now based in Miami, holds an MBA from Erasmus University Rotterdam and an MA in Brand Management. He's the author of the bestseller, "The Why Whisperer: How to Motivate and Align Teams That Get Your Strategy Done," an insightful guide for leaders aiming to build engaged teams for exceptional results and double-digit growth. Early in his career, Hans held various roles in Brand Activation, Development, Sales, and Innovation Management at leading Packaged Consumer Goods companies including Kimberly-Clark and Sara Lee. In 2008, he combined his passion for adventure travel with commercial management as Managing Director of Sawadee Reizen in Amsterdam. In 2010, Hans moved to Toronto, becoming President and CEO of Quark Expeditions, a polar cruise company. Under his leadership, the company was featured as a “best in class” business case in David Meerman Scott’s book The New Rules of Sales & Service. In 2015, Hans oversaw all adventure brands within TUI Travel, a portfolio successfully sold in 2017. Following this, he served as CEO and President of Victory Cruise Lines, a boutique luxury cruise startup, which was also sold in 2019. Most recently, Hans was President of International Businesses at Albatros Travel, managing brands such as Albatros Expeditions and Albatros Arctic Circle, and held a Senior Vice President position at Four Seasons. Hans now leads his own consultancy, Flying Dutchman Consultancy, specializing in strategic and commercial growth challenges. With experience living and working in seven countries, he's known for creating exceptional customer experiences. His ventures range from commanding a nuclear icebreaker to the North Pole to organizing marathons in extraordinary locations, including the Great Wall of China, expedition cruises in the Peruvian Amazon, and camping in Antarctica.

Hans, originally from the Netherlands and now based in Miami, holds an MBA from Erasmus University Rotterdam and an MA in Brand Management. He's the author of the bestseller, "The Why Whisperer: How to Motivate and Align Teams That Get Your Strategy ... Show more

Lisa Schulteis is an international speaker, strategist, and consultant who brings neuroscience to the front lines of business. With a background in neuropsychology and deep expertise in communication, leadership, and experience design, she helps organizations create smarter experiences that build trust, spark engagement, and drive performance.

Lisa is the founder of ElectraLime Marketing and YourEventMarketplace, and serves as Executive Director of the Northwest Event Show. Her work spans Fortune 500 companies, global conferences, and mission-driven organizations, where she applies brain-based strategy to everything from team dynamics and employee experience to audience engagement and learning design.

She specializes in the intersection of neuroscience, behavior, and business outcomes, transforming traditional approaches into experiences that people remember, act on, and talk about.

Lisa Schulteis is an international speaker, strategist, and consultant who brings neuroscience to the front lines of business. With a background in neuropsychology and deep expertise in communication, leadership, and experience design, she helps orga... Show more

Eli is a technical architect and evangelist at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), focused on enabling modern application development use cases with Oracle Database technology. His diverse background includes data center & infrastructure management, technical education, DevOps / Platform Engineering, developer evangelism, and advocate for open source technologies.

Eli is a technical architect and evangelist at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), focused on enabling modern application development use cases with Oracle Database technology. His diverse background includes data center & infrastructure management, t... Show more

Hey there! I’m Catherine Jones, CEO and Transaction Coach at Zuzi Strategies, where I guide clients through high-stakes transactions as a coach, business advisor, and mentor all rolled into one. With a legal career that kicked off on Wall Street as a finance lawyer, I’ve advised investment banks and companies globally on over $72 Billion in transactions. My legal journey culminated in serving as General Counsel of two startups – Virgin Mobile Latin America and Upside Business Travel, where I focused on keeping legal costs down while managing corporate structures and international operations. My career has spanned the globe, working for an international hotel company with operations from the Maldives to Mexico and a Latin American telecom. I’m fluent in Spanish and interned on the Supreme Court of Argentina. And if you think the US legal world is complicated, try doing it in another language and legal structure!

I've recently transitioned to transaction coaching, recognizing that much of my time was spent delving into the psychology of deals—I've even been called an "expensive therapist" by a client! I serve as a sounding board and advisor to clients going through the emotional roller coaster of high-stakes transactions, keeping my clients true to their end goals and values in that chaos.

Now, I'm thrilled to share my expertise with you. Join me at the workshop where I’ll share strategies to slash your legal spend, drawn from my own experiences and those of others. Let’s explore actionable insights together and pave the way for your startup's success. Oh, and when I'm not coaching, you can find me exploring the Western Slope, capturing moments through my lens, or lost in a good book. Let’s connect, learn, and thrive together in Colorado's vibrant startup community!

Hey there! I’m Catherine Jones, CEO and Transaction Coach at Zuzi Strategies, where I guide clients through high-stakes transactions as a coach, business advisor, and mentor all rolled into one. With a legal career that kicked off on Wall Street as... Show more

Elisha is a software developer with over 10 years of expertise, an accounting degree, a leader in the community and company, and a fully accredited information systems auditor. His main goals are to use cloud-based solutions, Linux, RISC-V, Python, and R coding to help the African populace. In addition to being the founder of the tech travel start-up Crestly Resorts, which uses cutting-edge tech in the tourist industry, I am a fantastic conference speaker who advocates for open-source solutions.

Elisha is a software developer with over 10 years of expertise, an accounting degree, a leader in the community and company, and a fully accredited information systems auditor. His main goals are to use cloud-based solutions, Linux, RISC-V, Python, a... Show more

Alejandro Moreno Lopez is a software engineer/architect who has worked in different roles, from pure development, to leading small and medium teams, to co-founding three different companies with different partners in technology, content management, marketing online and tourism. He's also been lucky enough to work and lead some of the biggest enterprise projects in Drupal like Royal Mail, Parcelforce, and BBC.

Alejandro Moreno Lopez is a software engineer/architect who has worked in different roles, from pure development, to leading small and medium teams, to co-founding three different companies with different partners in technology, content management, m... Show more

Victoria Nduka is an evolving creative with diverse interests. In her relatively short career, she’s brewed beer as a supply chain management intern at Nigerian Breweries, designed digital experiences as a UX designer, and is now exploring cloud engineering—because why not?

Victoria dreams of traveling the world, and maybe even finishing that one crochet project she abandoned. Until then, she’s making an impact from her little corner of the world, through writing, speaking, and volunteering.

Victoria Nduka is an evolving creative with diverse interests. In her relatively short career, she’s brewed beer as a supply chain management intern at Nigerian Breweries, designed digital experiences as a UX designer, and is now exploring cloud engi... Show more

Deepshikha Shekhawat is a PMP-certified technology leader and data analytics expert with over 14 years of impactful experience in semiconductors and supply chain management, making her a must-see speaker at Tech Con 365 in Dallas, November 2025. Renowned for her engaging and practical sessions, she has been a main facilitator at high-profile events like UT Girl Day Austin, the Inclusion Summit, and a featured Tableau Speaker at UT-Dallas, where she inspired diverse audiences with data-driven strategies for innovation.
Her technical expertise in SQL, Microsoft 365, Copilot, Tableau, and Power BI, paired with strategic leadership, has influenced C-suite executives globally. Deepshikha trained thousands of supply chain professionals at Applied Materials, enhancing decision-making efficiency, and mentored new hire engineers at Applied Materials, driving an exponential increase in brand awareness of AMAT. As a technical Subject Matter Expert, she has shaped industry standards by publishing macro-economic newsletters with latest trends and judged a portfolio of events including, but not limited to, Technovation Girls, IEEE conferences, SWE's Emerging Leader scholarships, etc. impacting 500+ young STEM innovators. Her leadership as WPDN Chair for the Austin Chapter empowered 2,000+ professionals, making her a champion of inclusion in tech and semiconductor world. With a master’s in information technology from UT-Dallas, Deepshikha delivers actionable insights on leveraging data for operational excellence, perfectly aligning with Tech Con 365’s focus on cutting-edge technology solutions.

Deepshikha Shekhawat is a PMP-certified technology leader and data analytics expert with over 14 years of impactful experience in semiconductors and supply chain management, making her a must-see speaker at Tech Con 365 in Dallas, November 2025. Reno... Show more

I lead product management for IBM Platform Automation offerings. I am passionate about building applications and solving problems for enterprises.

I lead product management for IBM Platform Automation offerings. I am passionate about building applications and solving problems for enterprises. Show more

João Lauro de Marco is a seasoned technology leader with a robust background in digital transformation, data science, and artificial intelligence. As the Chief Technology Officer at TAC Services, he spearheads innovative projects that leverage AI and data-driven strategies to enhance business operations and drive growth. In his role as Director of Innovation at ABRACD, João fosters collaborative ecosystems that bridge the gap between academia and industry, promoting technological advancement and innovation
João holds a degree from École Centrale de Marseille and is recognized as a Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert. His expertise encompasses the development of scalable solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Power Virtual Agents. Notably, he led the development of the 'Guia Prático do Município,' an AI-powered tourist guide that exemplifies the integration of technology in cultural preservation and tourism.
A sought-after speaker, João has shared his insights on AI and digital innovation at various international forums, including the International Assistance Group's Forum & Medical Academy. His sessions are known for their practical insights and forward-thinking perspectives on the application of emerging technologies in business contexts

João Lauro de Marco is a seasoned technology leader with a robust background in digital transformation, data science, and artificial intelligence. As the Chief Technology Officer at TAC Services, he spearheads innovative projects that leverage AI and... Show more

Highly motivated software developer, data engineer and data scientist with a proven record of successfully designing, integrating, and deploying effective technology solutions for increased efficiencies and optimal system functionality.

Highly motivated software developer, data engineer and data scientist with a proven record of successfully designing, integrating, and deploying effective technology solutions for increased efficiencies and optimal system functionality. Show more

More than 22 years of experience in devoloping internet technologies to deliver performance engineering solutions for billion-dollar global applications systems.Profound understanding of business imperatives, sensitivities, and an array of methodologies, ensuring adaptability and strategic foresight in complex project environments.

More than 22 years of experience in devoloping internet technologies to deliver performance engineering solutions for billion-dollar global applications systems.Profound understanding of business imperatives, sensitivities, and an array of methodolog... Show more

My name is Harsh Patel. I am Dynamics Business Central/ NAV functional consultant, having 10 years of experience in ERP implementation, business process optimization, and digital transformation with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/ NAV solutions for businesses across various industries.

As a functional consultant, I have a good understanding of business processes and requirements, enabling to design tailored solutions that align with clients' unique needs and objectives.

My name is Harsh Patel. I am Dynamics Business Central/ NAV functional consultant, having 10 years of experience in ERP implementation, business process optimization, and digital transformation with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/ NAV soluti... Show more

Brittany Kaiser is a serial entrepreneur, activist and globally recognized expert in technology and legislative reform, having spent most of her career advising governments, companies and campaigns on policy and strategy, including co-writing most of the first bitcoin and crypto laws in the US. As a former big tech whistleblower she concentrates on the convergence of technology and ethics through education, advocacy and technology advisory. She currently serves as CEO of Chateaushi, a Swiss Web3.0 marketplace for historic real estate preservation that is tokenizing castles on bitcoin, and she is the co-founder and Board Director of Nasdaq listed bitcoin miner Gryphon Digital Mining (Nasdaq: GRYP) that will soon become American Bitcoin (Nasdaq: ABTC) in partnership with Hut8 and Eric Trump.
Kaiser is the best-selling author of Targeted published globally by Harper Collins, and she is the main subject of Netflix original documentary "The Great Hack", nominated for an Emmy, BAFTA and shortlisted for an Oscar. As a renowned thought leader and public speaker, Kaiser has spoken at prestigious events at the United Nations, the European and British Parliaments, the G20, and WebSummit, and is a regular keynote speaker for Fortune1000 boards and private government events globally.

Brittany Kaiser is a serial entrepreneur, activist and globally recognized expert in technology and legislative reform, having spent most of her career advising governments, companies and campaigns on policy and strategy, including co-writing most of... Show more

I am a .Net programmer from Poznań. On a daily basis, I develop a system for managing thousands of hotels at Guestline, based on the latest capabilities of the Azure cloud. After work, I blog (http://michalbialecki.com), speak at conferences and record videos on YouTube. Plus I love traveling.

I am a .Net programmer from Poznań. On a daily basis, I develop a system for managing thousands of hotels at Guestline, based on the latest capabilities of the Azure cloud. After work, I blog (http://michalbialecki.com), speak at conferences and reco... Show more

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

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

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

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

Building Unboxing Web3 a content creation agency dedicated to highlighting builders in the crypto space that are utilizing IP or building on the blockchain.

I am an OG NFT collector, and a builder in the space. Known for creating several collections like R0N1 World which is owned by 0N1 Force now, and Fishies on Apechain.

More notably, I am an avid collector and trader in the space that loves discovering new products and businesses that are using NFT's to shape the future.

Building Unboxing Web3 a content creation agency dedicated to highlighting builders in the crypto space that are utilizing IP or building on the blockchain. I am an OG NFT collector, and a builder in the space. Known for creating several collecti... Show more

An effervescent human catalyst who exudes wit, wisdom, energy, and enthusiasm, Edie Raether, The Maestro of Motivation, is known for her high-content keynotes that provide power tools to optimize performance. With the unique ability to engage, entertain, empower, and elevate her audience, Edie has inspired thousands of associations and Fortune 500 companies on five continents.
A Change Strategist and Dopamine Diva, Edie presents refreshing and revolutionary information on dopamine, the driving force behind all motivation, habits, and behaviors. As a brain trainer, Edie gets to the root of productivity problems with mind-mastery methods that transform intentions into action and make change happen.
Edie is a CSP (certified speaking professional), TEDx speaker, coach, bestselling author, and a resource to all major media such as The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Reuters. Her expansive experience includes college professor, behavioral health therapist, and talk show host with ABC.
An authority on The Other AI…Accelerated Innovation, Edie’s nuts-and-bolts, results-oriented approach revolutionizes how work gets done.

An effervescent human catalyst who exudes wit, wisdom, energy, and enthusiasm, Edie Raether, The Maestro of Motivation, is known for her high-content keynotes that provide power tools to optimize performance. With the unique ability to engage, entert... Show more

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent consultant and accessibility trailblazer based in NYC area. Sveta helps regular businesses make their mainstream web, media, and events more accessible to the world's largest minority of 1.85 billion of disabled people. She is also a founder of Audio Accessibility providing consultation on improving communication and information access to 466 million of deaf and hard of hearing people worldwide. Sveta is a book author and an international speaker. Her TEDx talk uncovers the benefits of high quality captioning access that increase audience and ROI for businesses. She has an MS degree in Internet Technology and over 20 years of experience in design, technology, and accessibility. Sveta’s combination of personal experience with deafness and professional expertise with accessibility gives people valuable insight into the importance of accessibility.

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent consultant and accessibility trailblazer based in NYC area. Sveta helps regular businesses make their mainstream web, media, and events more accessible to the world's largest minority of 1.85 billion of ... Show more

Soumyabrata is an AI enthusiast and software testing expert with over 10 years of experience in QA and a recent focus on integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into testing workflows. Passionate about leveraging AI to revolutionize software testing, he bridges the gap between theory and practice, empowering teams to achieve smarter, more efficient testing strategies.

Soumyabrata is an AI enthusiast and software testing expert with over 10 years of experience in QA and a recent focus on integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into testing workflows. Passionate about leveraging AI to revolutionize software testing... Show more

Keith Smith is a seasoned Cybersecurity and Compliance leader with over a decade of experience in the field. Currently serving as the Director of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance for a SWFL healthcare organization, Keith brings a wealth of expertise to his role in protecting cutting-edge technology.
Throughout his career, Keith has held numerous key leadership positions and has consistently developed and implemented comprehensive security strategies across various industries.
Keith serves on the advisory council for Information Systems & Analytics at Florida Gulf Coast University. He holds multiple industry-recognized certifications, including CISSP, CDPSE, CISM, and CRISC. Keith specializes in risk management, compliance frameworks (including PCI DSS, HIPAA, HITRUST, and SOC2), and implementing effective security awareness programs.

Keith Smith is a seasoned Cybersecurity and Compliance leader with over a decade of experience in the field. Currently serving as the Director of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance for a SWFL healthcare organization, Keith brings a wealth of... Show more

Passionate about mathematics and logic, I am a backend developer with a Computer Science Engineering degree and international speaker since 2020. Argentinian and Spanish, I lived in many countries and speak five languages. I strongly believe in diversity in tech and started giving conferences to act as a role model for women. Outside work, I love dancing, and travelling and have two wonderful cats.
I have been giving conferences since 2020 in French and English (but also speak Spanish and Portuguese).
I have been to major events like SymfonyCon, SymfonyLive, ForumPHP among others.
Check my personal blog for full references https://soflesc.github.io/

Passionate about mathematics and logic, I am a backend developer with a Computer Science Engineering degree and international speaker since 2020. Argentinian and Spanish, I lived in many countries and speak five languages. I strongly believe in diver... Show more

I am a Full-Stack developer by profession and a Full-Stack community person by passion, I am actively involved in Drupal communities in Asia and Europe. I help organize events, contribution sprints, mentor newbies, and speak regularly at Drupal events. I am part of the core team at Drupalers Association Pune and DrupalCon Singapore.

And I am a wannabe photographer but without a proper camera.

I am a Full-Stack developer by profession and a Full-Stack community person by passion, I am actively involved in Drupal communities in Asia and Europe. I help organize events, contribution sprints, mentor newbies, and speak regularly at Drupal event... Show more

Passionné des solutions Microsoft 365 et Azure depuis plusieurs années, je suis aujourd’hui responsable des solutions Cloud et Endpoint pour le groupe ONET.

Passionné des solutions Microsoft 365 et Azure depuis plusieurs années, je suis aujourd’hui responsable des solutions Cloud et Endpoint pour le groupe ONET. Show more

Kristoffer Yi Fredriksson has been a part of the web-industry for nearly as long as there has been a web-industry. He lived through the .com crash and has remade himself from game developer, to flash-developer, to HTML5 developer and finally concept development and digital strategy. The best thing with his professional career (according to himself) is that he has had the opportunity to shape a new kind of profession.

Kristoffer Yi Fredriksson has been a part of the web-industry for nearly as long as there has been a web-industry. He lived through the .com crash and has remade himself from game developer, to flash-developer, to HTML5 developer and finally concept ... Show more

Hector De Castro is the Chairman of REGENERA LUXURY, the world's 1st certification for regenerative luxury hotels and retreats. With over 23 years of experience across four continents in the hospitality sector, Hector is recognized as one of the most influential voices in the industry's evolution toward a regenerative model.

He currently helps entrepreneurs and hotel owners implement highly profitable and regenerative models, while also investing in and supporting social projects. PhD cand and Professor at University of Cancun.

Hector has led growth strategies for both SMEs and Fortune 500 companies, conducted audits for premium brands such as SHANGRI-LA, as well as boutique luxury hotels. Prolific speaker.

Academic approach:
PhD cand. in regenerative hotels | Certified Expert in Sustainable Tourism by GSTC | Global ExMBA from IE Business School (AAA) | Master in Hotel Mngmnt | PMP | International Trade Technician | Univ. Diploma in Business Mngmnt | Bachelor's in Legal Trans.

Hector De Castro is the Chairman of REGENERA LUXURY, the world's 1st certification for regenerative luxury hotels and retreats. With over 23 years of experience across four continents in the hospitality sector, Hector is recognized as one of the most... Show more

👋 Software Engineer at RoboMQ | Software Developer | Tech Enthusiast

Hey there! I'm a software engineer with a passion for building impactful solutions. Currently, I'm working on cutting-edge projects that drive innovation. From enhancing monitoring processes to optimizing infrastructure, I'm all about crafting efficient and secure systems.

🛠️ Tech Stack: Python | Docker | Kubernetes | Jenkins | AWS | Terraform

Let's connect and geek out over tech! 🚀

👋 Software Engineer at RoboMQ | Software Developer | Tech Enthusiast Hey there! I'm a software engineer with a passion for building impactful solutions. Currently, I'm working on cutting-edge projects that drive innovation. From enhancing monito... Show more

I am an Information Technology professional with a strong enthusiasm for cybersecurity. Driven by a passion for leveraging technology to create positive change in my community, I am dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of the girl child through her journey and fostering equal opportunities.

I am an Information Technology professional with a strong enthusiasm for cybersecurity. Driven by a passion for leveraging technology to create positive change in my community, I am dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of the girl child throug... Show more

Pedro Caramalac is one of the first engineers of Tractian (YC W21 & Forbes 2024 AI 50 List). Over the past few years, he developed plentiful scalable and reliable software solutions using as main technologies Golang, NodeJS, Apache Kafka, MongoDB, Redis, CockroachDB / Postgres and AWS (4x certified). Currently, he is leading Tractian's entire Back-end division, which consists of 20+ engineers, overseeing major architectural decisions.

Pedro Caramalac is one of the first engineers of Tractian (YC W21 & Forbes 2024 AI 50 List). Over the past few years, he developed plentiful scalable and reliable software solutions using as main technologies Golang, NodeJS, Apache Kafka, MongoDB, Re... Show more

Dr. Elham (Ellie) Ebrahimi is an associate professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She earned her Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Clemson University in 2017, following her M.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering from K. N. Toosi University of Technology, Iran, and her B.Sc. in Robotics Engineering from Shahrood University of Technology, Iran.

Dr. Ebrahimi's career is dedicated to finding innovative ways to adapt and improve ideas and theories to enhance STEM and cybersecurity education and workforce development, address mental health challenges in adolescents primarily due to cyberbullying, and support language learning in multilingual children. Her research interests are diverse and interdisciplinary, reflecting her commitment to making a meaningful impact across various fields.

With a specialization in teaching game development, Python programming, and human-computer interaction, Dr. Ebrahimi brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work. She is dedicated to improving educational practices and outcomes, making significant contributions to her field.

Dr. Elham (Ellie) Ebrahimi is an associate professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She earned her Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Clemson University in 2017, following her M.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering from K. N. Toosi Un... Show more