With a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Criminal Justice, a Master's in Human Services Counseling, and a Certification Degree in Mental Health Coaching, Destinee is passionate about blending faith and education to address critical issues in our communities. Her work with Christian women’s communities has given her the opportunity to inspire and empower others through practical strategies and Biblical insights, fostering growth and spiritual connection.

She has a deep love for mental health advocacy and a strong commitment to addressing youth violence, particularly in underserved communities. Her mission is to equip individuals and groups with faith-driven tools for healing, transformation, and lasting impact.

Here are two of Destinee's key presentation topics:

How Childhood Trauma Affects Women in Adulthood
This keynote presentation, titled "How Childhood Trauma Affects Women in Adulthood," explores the profound impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on women’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. It provides a compassionate and insightful examination of how unresolved trauma can manifest in adulthood, affecting self-esteem, relationships, and overall health. Through relatable examples and evidence-based insights, the presentation emphasizes the resilience of women and offers practical steps toward healing, including therapy, community support, self-care, and faith. Designed to inspire and empower, the presentation delivers a message of hope, reminding women that their past does not define their future and that healing is both possible and deserved.

Growing As a Christian Woman in The Present Times
The presentation, Growing as a Christian Woman in the Present Times, will inspire and empower women to deepen their faith in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world. Destinee explores the unique challenges modern Christian women face, such as balancing faith with societal pressures, navigating shifting cultural norms, and maintaining a Christ-centered identity amidst distractions. With a blend of personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical advice, the presentation will encourage women to cultivate spiritual disciplines, build strong communities of faith, and live authentically as ambassadors of Christ. Attendees will leave with actionable steps to strengthen their relationship with God and shine His light in every aspect of their lives.

With a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Criminal Justice, a Master's in Human Services Counseling, and a Certification Degree in Mental Health Coaching, Destinee is passionate about blending faith and education to address critical issues in our com... Show more

Bartek is Chief Technology Officer and co-founder at CIstarius, Data & AI Architect at Crestt, and a Data Engineering Expert & Consultant at Numlabs. He specializes in advanced big data solutions—Snowflake and dbt freak—and production data and AI/ML observavility. Bartek orchestrates data-driven digital transformations across industries like energy, adtech, and finance, having successfully delivered projects for companies such as Bayer, Volkswagen, AerCap, Respect Energy, SwissRe, and Alior Bank. He leverages robust cloud architectures and data monetization strategies to optimize operations and drive innovation.

Bartek is Chief Technology Officer and co-founder at CIstarius, Data & AI Architect at Crestt, and a Data Engineering Expert & Consultant at Numlabs. He specializes in advanced big data solutions—Snowflake and dbt freak—and production data and AI/ML ... Show more

Neetu Gangwani is a seasoned Full Stack Developer with extensive experience in .NET Core, C#, and cloud computing. Currently serving as a Senior Software Developer at UBS (Formerly Credit Suisse), she has led critical projects like migrating on-prem applications to Azure and automating financial reporting processes, achieving an estimated impact of $3-4 million in revenue. Skilled in a variety of cloud services including Azure and AWS, Neetu specializes in optimizing stored procedures, building deployment pipelines, and ensuring compliance with architectural standards. She holds multiple Azure certifications, including AZ-900 and DP-900, and post-graduate in cloud computing at McCombs School of Business. Her dedication to excellence is reflected in her multiple Gold Bar accolades for client support at Credit Suisse and her top-ranking academic achievements in Maharashtra.

Neetu Gangwani is a seasoned Full Stack Developer with extensive experience in .NET Core, C#, and cloud computing. Currently serving as a Senior Software Developer at UBS (Formerly Credit Suisse), she has led critical projects like migrating on-prem ... Show more

APJMJ Sheik Dawood brings over 20 years of experience in the Information Technology industry. He is currently serving as the Director of AI and Digital Solutions at Kryptos Info Systems, Chennai.

APJMJ Sheik Dawood is actively engaged in architecting cloud-based solutions and AI-driven applications for enterprise customers. He has a distinguished career that began as a Software Engineer at the Supercomputer Education and Research Centre (Indian Institute of Science), where he gained extensive experience in conceiving, planning, and developing world-class software packages as part of a globally distributed team of engineers.

Sheik contributed significantly to the prestigious Million Books Project, earning international recognition for his efforts. He also gained valuable international experience at Carnegie Mellon University during the summers of 2003 and 2004, where he worked as a Research Assistant in Natural Language Technologies.

In 2013, Sheik was invited by Farmers Insurance, USA, to architect a Usage-Based Insurance mobile application. He played a pivotal role in designing the application, introducing digital innovation by leveraging user behavior data to optimize insurance premium rates.

Sheik also spearheaded the establishment of an Enterprise Mobile Ecosystem at Tata Motors. He was instrumental in forming the Enterprise Mobile Application Development Team, a digital initiative that provided leadership with critical insights to enhance vehicle sales and delivery processes.

Sheik holds an M.Tech in Computer Science from SASTRA University. He is also the Co-Founder of the APJ Abdul Kalam International Foundation.

As Mission Director, Sheik led the launch of 100 femto satellites using a balloon, involving 1,800 students, including 1,000 underprivileged participants. His ability to integrate the efforts of the Government of India, educational institutions, schools, and private organizations toward a common goal was widely appreciated, including recognition from the Honorable Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi.

In 2018, Sheik was invited to deliver a lecture on Dr. Kalam’s Vision 2020 for National Development at the Delhi Assembly.

During the pandemic, Sheik co-led a global conference on "Liveable Planet Earth—Working Together for a Peaceful World" with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, which saw participation from students across 15 countries.

He has also led prominent conferences, including an AI conference with Prof. Raj Reddy (Carnegie Mellon University) and Mr. Narayana Murthy (Founder of Infosys) on the theme of “AI for India”.

Sheik’s environmental initiatives include leading the Green India Rally alongside the Honorable Vice President of India, Shri Venkaiah Naidu, and launching a 1-crore tree plantation drive across Tamil Nadu with the Governor of Tamil Nadu, Shri Banwarilal Purohit.

He has participated in numerous green energy conferences and workshops, including leading the Green Products Conference in 2020 alongside prominent industry figures like Rakesh Jhunjhunwala.

A passionate advocate for transformational leadership, Sheik has interacted with over 25,000 students, delivering impactful lectures inspired by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s mentorship.

APJMJ Sheik Dawood brings over 20 years of experience in the Information Technology industry. He is currently serving as the Director of AI and Digital Solutions at Kryptos Info Systems, Chennai. APJMJ Sheik Dawood is actively engaged in architect... Show more

With over 10 years of experience working across various high-load industries and using multiple languages and frameworks (yes, even PHP), I’ve found my true calling in the Kotlin and Spring ecosystems. A passionate motorcycle enthusiast, I currently serve as a Team Lead at Trendyol, where I drive innovation and guide teams towards building resilient, cutting-edge solutions.

With over 10 years of experience working across various high-load industries and using multiple languages and frameworks (yes, even PHP), I’ve found my true calling in the Kotlin and Spring ecosystems. A passionate motorcycle enthusiast, I currently ... Show more

A passionate, innovative, and result-oriented Embedded Systems Engineer with expertise in UAVs, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping. Born in Pali, Rajasthan, raised and schooled in Pune, and graduated from Jaipur, I currently work as an embedded systems engineer in Surat.

Known for thinking outside the box and challenging conventional approaches, I have won numerous awards and been featured in newspapers for achievements in startup funding, drone competitions, and conducting around a dozen of workshops in rural schools across Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. Won Best Final Year Project of the college and many more. Finalist at flagship Smart India Hackathon 2023.

Being multilingual, a quick learner, and an avid traveler, I excel at adapting to diverse environments, connecting with people from various backgrounds, and continuously acquiring new skills to fuel my innovation.

A passionate, innovative, and result-oriented Embedded Systems Engineer with expertise in UAVs, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping. Born in Pali, Rajasthan, raised and schooled in Pune, and graduated from Jaipur, I currently work as an embedded syste... Show more

Michelle joined URMIA in April 2019 following work for another non-profit higher education association and before that as a hotelier. She is a graduate of Indiana University – Bloomington, a Certified Association Executive (CAE), and has held accreditations as a Certified Hospitality Sales Professional (CHSP) and a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP). As a native Hoosier and with Bloomington as a home base she likes to explore and travel to learn more about food and culture. Downtime means welcoming family and friends at home or traveling to see something new. Her favorite thing about living in a college town is serving as a tour guide because there is so much to do and it’s refreshing each fall to welcome a new group of Hoosiers to B-Town.

Michelle joined URMIA in April 2019 following work for another non-profit higher education association and before that as a hotelier. She is a graduate of Indiana University – Bloomington, a Certified Association Executive (CAE), and has held accredi... Show more

10 years of experience as a project manager, scrum master, agile coach.

10 years of experience as a project manager, scrum master, agile coach. Show more

Consulting Partner at Orgganica.

Educator in Organizational Agility and Self-Management, with over 20 years of experience in software development projects and since 2006 with agile methodologies.

Enthusiast of the Integral Vision, Humanocracy and Neuroscience.
Facilitator of management learning for leaders and teams.

Volunteer in the organization of Agile and DevOps communities.

I love traveling, reading, painting and watching TV series with my family. Meditating and contemplating nature are synonymous with relaxation.

Consulting Partner at Orgganica. Educator in Organizational Agility and Self-Management, with over 20 years of experience in software development projects and since 2006 with agile methodologies. Enthusiast of the Integral Vision, Humanocracy a... Show more

Opeyemi Adegboye (Yemi) l
Seasoned UI/UX Designer | Digital Experience Architect | Educator

With over three years of experience in UI/UX design, I specialize in creating user-centered solutions that merge functionality with aesthetics. From my early beginnings as a freelance designer to my current role as a lead UI/UX Designer at TASAfrica, I have helped businesses craft intuitive, user-driven experiences that resonate.

Previously, I worked as a UI/UX Engineer at Lights on Heights, where I spearheaded impactful projects like the My Limestone App redesign, enhancing features such as offline check-in and geolocation-enabled panic alerts. My expertise lives across design systems, usability testing, and crafting scalable solutions for web and mobile platforms.

Passionate about sharing knowledge, I've tutored over 50 aspiring designers within 25 different African countries, helping them launch careers in tech. Beyond work, I attend tech events and webinars, most recently speaking at Tech1M's webinar, "Creating Memorable Experiences through User-Centric Designs."

I believe design is more than visuals, it's about solving problems, crafting memorable experiences, and connecting people. When I’m not designing, you’ll find me learning German, playing call of duty mobile or brainstorming ideas to give back to the community through tech education.

Opeyemi Adegboye (Yemi) l Seasoned UI/UX Designer | Digital Experience Architect | Educator With over three years of experience in UI/UX design, I specialize in creating user-centered solutions that merge functionality with aesthetics. From my ea... Show more

I’m a Computer Engineer by profession and a Traveler by heart. I love all things Computers, Travelling, Trekking and Biking.

I’m a Computer Engineer by profession and a Traveler by heart. I love all things Computers, Travelling, Trekking and Biking. Show more

Development & Membership Manager

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Dr. Sonia L. Daniels is a highly skilled and experienced professional with a passion for empowering organizations to achieve sustainable growth. Through her consulting firm, S. Daniels Consulting, she leverages her expertise to support a wide range of clients, including nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies. Her strong educational background in Public Policy and Public Administration-Nonprofit Management, as well as her experience in senior-level operations roles, has equipped her to effectively lead impact-focused capacity building projects.

Dr. Daniels embodies the ideal balance of professional expertise and personal passions, making her an invaluable resource for organizations looking to drive sustainable growth and create lasting positive change.

When she’s not working, Sonia indulges in solo international travel, gardening, exploring the arts and painting, reading to children at local schools, and spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Sonia L. Daniels is a highly skilled and experienced professional with a passion for empowering organizations to achieve sustainable growth. Through her consulting firm, S. Daniels Consulting, she leverages her expertise to support a wide range o... Show more

Barbara (Basia) Nadolna is a growth marketer with a tech and data-first approach, specializing in AI-driven strategies, automation, and omnichannel growth. Committed to driving scalable results, she leverages AI and data to optimize marketing workflows, enhance collaboration, and deliver measurable business outcomes. With a focus on integrating cutting-edge technology, Barbara helps businesses navigate the complexities of modern marketing.

Barbara (Basia) Nadolna is a growth marketer with a tech and data-first approach, specializing in AI-driven strategies, automation, and omnichannel growth. Committed to driving scalable results, she leverages AI and data to optimize marketing workflo... Show more

Profesional de Dynamics 365 con 10 años de experiencia en implantación de soluciones de ventas, servicio al cliente y marketing

Profesional de Dynamics 365 con 10 años de experiencia en implantación de soluciones de ventas, servicio al cliente y marketing Show more

Carol is the Founder of Astrotourism WA. She is collaborating with Local Government to develop the Astrotourism sector of our Tourism Industry and increase overnight visitors to regional WA. Together, the communities are striving to protect WA’s world-class dark night sky from artificial light pollution and brand WA the stargazing capital of the world. Carol also runs Stargazers Club WA that introduces beginners to astronomy. She is Co-Chair of WA’s astronomy and space science community, Astronomy WA and is a “Dark Skies Ambassador” with the International Astronomical Union, DarkSky International and the Australasian Dark Sky Alliance.

Carol is the Founder of Astrotourism WA. She is collaborating with Local Government to develop the Astrotourism sector of our Tourism Industry and increase overnight visitors to regional WA. Together, the communities are striving to protect WA’s worl... Show more

A Digital forensics student at the University of South Wales.

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

Eevamaija’s journey started in the skies as a flight attendant, followed by a long stretch in BPO project management and innovative business and product development. She then let her creative side lead in roles like music video director and photographer before diving into the world of data engineering. With this background, Eevamaija brings a down-to-earth, practical and highly curious approach to tackling data challenges and improving team communication.

She’s all about continuous learning and building real, authentic connections - principles that have shaped her path in data engineering. Eevamaija believes in embracing imperfections, asking for help when needed, and keeping it real - because that’s what it really takes to succeed in this ever-changing field.

Eevamaija’s journey started in the skies as a flight attendant, followed by a long stretch in BPO project management and innovative business and product development. She then let her creative side lead in roles like music video director and photograp... Show more

Founder CreatiBlock.io, Blockchain Venture Builder for the design of products and services in web3. With more than 15 years of experience in the field of business innovation in companies like INDITEX, BOSCH, he jumped to blockchain startup field and has has participated in projects of crypto assets, exchanges, digital identity, traceability, tokenization, NFT and metaverse, blockchain games; for startups, corporations and government agencies in Latam, Central America, Europe, Africa and Asia

Founder CreatiBlock.io, Blockchain Venture Builder for the design of products and services in web3. With more than 15 years of experience in the field of business innovation in companies like INDITEX, BOSCH, he jumped to blockchain startup field and ... Show more

Krystina started out as a personal trainer who worked her way up in the corporate events industry on the weekends. By the time she held a comfortable salary with a large incumbent in events + media, she left to build a EaaS platform that targets a niche, underserved audience in social travel.

Krystina started out as a personal trainer who worked her way up in the corporate events industry on the weekends. By the time she held a comfortable salary with a large incumbent in events + media, she left to build a EaaS platform that targets a ni... Show more

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Ruth Maurelle K. est une développeuse WordPress passionnée, connue pour son amour de la culture et son rôle d'animatrice culturelle. Diplômée en développement web et spécialisée en no-code, elle excelle dans la création et la gestion de sites web WordPress grâce à son sens aigu du détail et sa créativité.

Amoureuse de la culture, Ruth Maurelle organise et anime des événements visant à promouvoir les traditions et les arts locaux. Elle partage son enthousiasme pour divers aspects culturels et artistiques, inspirée par l'univers magique de Harry Potter, qu'elle intègre souvent dans son travail pour offrir des expériences uniques.
Depuis 2019, Ruth Maurelle est bénévole et formatrice chez Learning For All, où elle œuvre à réduire l'analphabétisme numérique chez les jeunes filles et les enfants défavorisés. De 2017 à 2019, elle a été bénévole pour EWA, une ONG dédiée à l'autonomisation des jeunes filles. Plus récemment, en 2024, elle est devenue bénévole chez ENAG.

En tant que formatrice pour Africa Digital Academy (ADA), Ruth Maurelle a formé une vingtaine de jeunes en WordPress et Bubble, démontrant son engagement envers le partage de connaissances et le développement des compétences numériques.

Parmi ses passions, Ruth Maurelle adore le slam, une passion qui l'a conduite à rejoindre l'École des Poètes de Côte d'Ivoire en 2019. Elle est également une lectrice assidue et une passionnée de cuisine, ce qui l'a inspirée à lancer sa première entreprise en 2023. Amoureuse des voyages, Ruth Maurelle tient un blog où elle propose des excursions et des immersions culturelles, permettant à d'autres de découvrir les richesses culturelles qu'elle chérit tant. Enfin, l'univers magique de Harry Potter, qui la fascine depuis son enfance, est une source d'inspiration constante qu'elle intègre avec créativité dans tous ses projets.

Ruth Maurelle a découvert la technologie en 2015 lorsqu'elle a été sélectionnée parmi 30 filles pour participer au Female Tech Camp, organisé par l'ambassade des États-Unis et l'ONG AKENDEWA. Ce programme vise à autonomiser les jeunes femmes grâce à des formations en compétences numériques telles que le commerce électronique, les solutions de paiement en ligne et la sécurité en ligne.

En 2020, Ruth Maurelle a rejoint le programme YALI Dakar, option Civic Leadership, où elle a développé ses compétences en service communautaire, renforçant ainsi sa passion pour l'engagement civique et le leadership.

En 2022, elle a été sélectionnée pour une formation en développement web et mobile chez Simplon Côte d'Ivoire, où elle a découvert WordPress. Ces quatre mois de formation ont été déterminants pour le développement de ses compétences techniques et sa passion pour le développement web.
Ruth Maurelle aspire à devenir intervenante en WordPress, désireuse de partager son expertise et d'aider les autres à maîtriser cette puissante plateforme. Elle voit cela comme une extension naturelle de sa carrière, combinant son talent pour l'enseignement et sa passion pour le développement web.

Animée par la conviction que chaque culture a des trésors uniques à offrir, Ruth Maurelle K. continue de développer ses compétences et d'inspirer ceux qui l'entourent par son travail acharné et sa passion pour le partage culturel et technologique.

Ruth Maurelle K. est une développeuse WordPress passionnée, connue pour son amour de la culture et son rôle d'animatrice culturelle. Diplômée en développement web et spécialisée en no-code, elle excelle dans la création et la gestion de sites web Wor... Show more

Sou um jovem "produteiro" de 23 anos, determinado a buscar conhecimento e conquistar objetivos. Meu interesse pela área de produto surgiu ao identificar desafios e buscar soluções para aprimorar a experiência do cliente, sempre acompanhando os resultados obtidos.

+6 anos de experiência na área de produto assumi variadas responsabilidades na Gestão do Produto, sendo Líder de squad e total responsável pela Gestão Macro do Produto. Atualmente, atuo como PM/PO na 1Doc, que faz parte do grupo Softplan. Ao longo da minha trajetória profissional, tive a oportunidade de trabalhar em empresas renomadas como Peixe Urbano, Groupon HA e Hurb (Hotel Urbano).

Fui o primeiro aluno a se graduar em Gestão de Turismo no Instituto Federal de Santa Catarina, com a publicação de um artigo acadêmico. Além disso, obtive minha Pós-Graduação em Gestão de Produto na BBI of Chicago e estou Pós-graduando Transformação Digital na Puc-Rio.

Minha jornada inclui o curso e programa intensivo de PM na Awari, o curso "Digital Product Leadership" na Tera, Product Analytics na PM3, Product Strategy na Reforge e minha participação na Imersão PM Start da Produtos Incríveis.

Sou um jovem "produteiro" de 23 anos, determinado a buscar conhecimento e conquistar objetivos. Meu interesse pela área de produto surgiu ao identificar desafios e buscar soluções para aprimorar a experiência do cliente, sempre acompanhando os result... Show more

Giles Lindsay is a technology executive, business agility coach, and CEO of Agile Delta. Giles has a track record in driving digital transformation and technological leadership. He has adeptly scaled high-performing delivery teams across various industries, from nimble startups to leading enterprises. His roles, from CTO or CIO to visionary change agent, have always centred on defining overarching technology strategies and aligning them with organizational objectives.

Giles is a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (FCMI), the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT (FBCS), and The Institution of Analysts & Programmers (FIAP). His leadership across the UK and global technology companies has consistently fostered innovation, growth, and adept stakeholder management. With a unique ability to demystify intricate technical concepts, he’s enabled better ways of working across organizations.

Giles’ commitment extends to the literary realm with his book: “Clearly Agile: A Leadership Guide to Business Agility”. This comprehensive guide focuses on embracing Agile principles to effect transformative change in organizations. An ardent advocate for continuous improvement and innovation, Giles is unwaveringly dedicated to creating a business world that prioritizes value, inclusivity, and societal advancement.

Giles Lindsay is a technology executive, business agility coach, and CEO of Agile Delta. Giles has a track record in driving digital transformation and technological leadership. He has adeptly scaled high-performing delivery teams across various indu... Show more

Minji is a developer advocate at Amadeus with 8 years of experience in travel technology. she is fascinated by the Open-Source world, where people contribute their skills and knowledge to help each other, fostering a sense of trust and a shared vision. she also love understanding different cultures by traveling.

Minji is a developer advocate at Amadeus with 8 years of experience in travel technology. she is fascinated by the Open-Source world, where people contribute their skills and knowledge to help each other, fostering a sense of trust and a shared visio... Show more

I'm a software engineer at Google who loves to build things that work at scale. I've spent the last two years on the gRPC team, geeking out on Service Mesh and finding new ways to make microservices communication smoother.

I've been building cloud products and infrastructure for most of my career, and I'm always up for a good challenge. Before Google, I was part of the AWS Lambda crew at Amazon, so I've got a pretty good handle on all things cloud.

When I'm not coding, you can find me catching up on the latest anime or podcast. I've also recently discovered a passion for music production, proving that even programmers can have a creative streak. I like to think of FL Studio as just another form of programming—a bit more melodic, perhaps.

I'm a software engineer at Google who loves to build things that work at scale. I've spent the last two years on the gRPC team, geeking out on Service Mesh and finding new ways to make microservices communication smoother. I've been building clou... Show more

Lead DevOps Engineer at Gainsight with 6+ year of experiences in Software industry as DevOps engineer.

Lead DevOps Engineer at Gainsight with 6+ year of experiences in Software industry as DevOps engineer. Show more

Gregory Trzeciak has his master’s degree in Education from the University of Florida. He has 9 years of teaching experience in high school, college level, and summer programs where he was recognized as a top educator and leader in interactive education. As a trainer at Pragmatic Works, his primary goal is to help individuals gain confidence in using Power BI and the Power Platform. While not in the office, he enjoys fantasy football, walking his dog, and running half-marathons!

Gregory Trzeciak has his master’s degree in Education from the University of Florida. He has 9 years of teaching experience in high school, college level, and summer programs where he was recognized as a top educator and leader in interactive educati... Show more

Pran is an iOS developer with over 10 years of experience building large-scale apps used by millions. Three of his apps boast 4+ star ratings on the App Store. Beyond development, he's a UI/UX enthusiast who loves exploring Adobe XD. Recently, he joined Swift Bengaluru, a community that organises local meet-ups across India, to share his knowledge and support the community.
Beyond work he enjoys watching movies, swimming, travelling.

Pran is an iOS developer with over 10 years of experience building large-scale apps used by millions. Three of his apps boast 4+ star ratings on the App Store. Beyond development, he's a UI/UX enthusiast who loves exploring Adobe XD. Recently, he joi... Show more