As a Senior Associate Principal within Coraggio’s Travel and Tourism practice, Colleen is naturally curious and empathetic, which dovetails with her passion for taking complex problems or data, finding the unifying themes, and crystallizing them into actionable initiatives, while also prioritizing communicating data in an approachable and engaging way.
Colleen has 16 years of public service experience working in community justice services, courts, public relations, and tourism. She spent eight years with the Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT), five of those as the Director of Research. In this role, Colleen oversaw the industry and marketing research program that drives the agency’s strategy as well as the agency’s performance management activities.

As a Senior Associate Principal within Coraggio’s Travel and Tourism practice, Colleen is naturally curious and empathetic, which dovetails with her passion for taking complex problems or data, finding the unifying themes, and crystallizing them into... Show more

I'm a retired famous upcoming sports marketing agent and am passionate about changing lives through blockchain technology in my charity through autism and mental health advocacy programs and affordable housing for people with special needs. I'm autistic and a major success story. I founded a $100M start-up in blockchain technology in 2022. I'm an accredited media journalist and a media partnership to Bitcoin media and coin desk.

I'm a retired famous upcoming sports marketing agent and am passionate about changing lives through blockchain technology in my charity through autism and mental health advocacy programs and affordable housing for people with special needs. I'm autis... Show more

For over two decades and till date, Dr. Adéọlá Adijat Fálẹ́yẹ, lectures at the Department of Linguistics and African Languages, Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria. She is an Associate Professor of Yorùbá African Culture, Literature, Indigenous Arts Music and Performance studies. She is a composer, performer, and to her credits are (8) eight waxed audio albums of the African oral traditional music which continue to serve as teaching aids to youths and lovers of African music. She has several academic publications and edited books which attest to her relevance and vibrancy as a scholar in her chosen field of study. As a Thespian, with solid background in theatre, film study, gender and festivals, she is currently the Chairperson of the Ọ̀ṣun State National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners, (NANTAP), and the Vice President of the Yorùbá Studies Association of Nigeria. She is a member of the Canadian Association of African Studies, and she belongs to other academic bodies at the international level. She is well travelled and have attended over a hundred international and national academic conferences. She has authored and co-authored works on AI, Festivals in Southwestern Nigeria, Gender studies and oratures of African people. She is proudly the founder of Adéàbẹ̀kẹ́ Fábọ́lá Educultural Organization (AFECO), an Educultural Non-Governmental Organization for youthful inclusion, teaching, promotion and preservation of African oratures/African Music.
She is an humane personality.

For over two decades and till date, Dr. Adéọlá Adijat Fálẹ́yẹ, lectures at the Department of Linguistics and African Languages, Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria. She is an Associate Professor of Yorùbá African Culture, Literature, Indigenous Art... Show more

Con casi 25 años ya de trayectoria profesional, mi inicio en la consultoría me llevó a implementar soluciones tecnológicas en NH Hoteles y a liderar proyectos de software e innovación en gestión empresarial. Posteriormente pasé a cliente final como CIO, donde abordé el reto de modernizar y digitalizar un gran grupo con más de 1500 empleados y 11 sedes. De vuelta en la consultoría, y dentro de la excelencia empresarial y la estrategia de proyectos, adopté la tecnología Low Code para optimizar procesos y talento. Hoy, en SNGULAR, como Business Manager y Microsoft Lead, aplico mi experiencia para desarrollar proyectos que integran BizzApps de Microsoft, facilitando la vida y potenciando negocios con soluciones que lideran la transformación digital.

Con casi 25 años ya de trayectoria profesional, mi inicio en la consultoría me llevó a implementar soluciones tecnológicas en NH Hoteles y a liderar proyectos de software e innovación en gestión empresarial. Posteriormente pasé a cliente final como C... Show more

Hello, I'm Rucha Ramchandra Kapare, an Agile enthusiast with a decade of experience in software and product development. Currently, I am Head of the Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion(DEI)Data team at Springer Nature.

😇 I firmly believe diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to creating a productive and innovative workplace. As an Agile practitioner, I strive to incorporate DEI principles into the Agile framework to create more inclusive and collaborative teams. I am also committed to allyship and researcher diversity and have spoken at several conferences.

📝As a leader in Business Analysis and Agile methodologies, I enjoy facilitating workshops and meetings that help organisations embrace change and drive innovation. Being a Business Agility Meetup leader gives me ample opportunities to facilitate, share and learn.

I am a travel freak and love reading, and it's been an old love reunion during the pandemic. I relate to many social causes, and you will find me working for these in my free time or chilling with my parents and family.

Hello, I'm Rucha Ramchandra Kapare, an Agile enthusiast with a decade of experience in software and product development. Currently, I am Head of the Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion(DEI)Data team at Springer Nature. 😇 I firmly believe diversi... Show more

As an emerging leader in the flexible work movement, Rachel integrates emotional awareness and radical vulnerability into her professional environments. She currently creates immersive event experiences and builds early-stage startups, a fully remote career that she brings along on her worldly adventures.

When she's not miles-deep in a roadtrip Rachel can be found playing music at the nearest open mic, underneath a pile of puppies (for the therapeutic side effects), or seeing how much honesty she can squeeze out of a stranger.

As an emerging leader in the flexible work movement, Rachel integrates emotional awareness and radical vulnerability into her professional environments. She currently creates immersive event experiences and builds early-stage startups, a fully remote... Show more

Christopher Coppola is Vice President and Executive Creative Director at Evok Advertising, where he leads brand strategy, creative innovation, behavior change marketing, and AI transformation initiatives across the agency's diverse portfolio of clients. With more than two decades of experience in marketing, advertising, and brand development, Christopher specializes in helping organizations navigate the intersection of human behavior, emerging technology, and creative storytelling.

A recognized thought leader in Generative AI and Ethical AI adoption, Christopher has become an advocate for helping agencies, brands, and organizations integrate artificial intelligence responsibly into their marketing ecosystems. His work focuses on developing practical frameworks that leverage AI to accelerate creativity, improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and drive measurable business outcomes, while maintaining transparency, authenticity, brand integrity, and human oversight.

Christopher regularly advises organizations on AI implementation strategies, including creative workflow transformation, AI-assisted content generation, predictive audience modeling, prompt engineering, governance standards, and responsible AI practices. His approach emphasizes that AI should augment human expertise rather than replace it, empowering teams to work smarter, uncover deeper insights, and scale innovation without sacrificing creativity or trust.

Throughout his career, Christopher has led award-winning campaigns across healthcare, public health, financial services, government, and travel and tourism sectors. He has developed impactful initiatives for organizations including the Florida Department of Health, CAN Community Health, Broward Health, and numerous destination marketing organizations. His expertise in behavior change marketing allows him to uncover the emotional, psychological, and cultural factors that influence decision-making, helping organizations inspire action and create meaningful connections with their audiences.

In public health, his work has focused on reducing stigma, increasing awareness, and improving outcomes within underserved and minority communities. In destination marketing, he applies behavioral science and data-driven strategy to reshape perceptions, elevate destinations, and drive visitation and economic impact. Increasingly, he combines these disciplines with AI-powered insights and emerging technologies to create more adaptive, personalized, and effective marketing solutions.

As a speaker, workshop facilitator, and strategic advisor, Christopher presents on topics including Ethical AI, Generative AI for Agencies, AI-Driven Marketing Transformation, Behavior Change Strategy, Brand Development, Destination Marketing, and the Future of Creative Work. He is known for translating complex technological concepts into practical, actionable frameworks that organizations can implement immediately.

Christopher's philosophy is simple: technology should enhance humanity, not replace it. Whether building brands, transforming organizations, or implementing AI solutions, his focus remains on creating marketing that connects, influences, and delivers lasting impact.

Christopher Coppola is Vice President and Executive Creative Director at Evok Advertising, where he leads brand strategy, creative innovation, behavior change marketing, and AI transformation initiatives across the agency's diverse portfolio of clien... Show more

Originally from Roseville, CA, working in residence life began for Alex when he was a first-year student at William Jessup University near Sacramento, CA. A professional staff member asked Alex to apply to be an Orientation Leader and later on a Resident Advisor. Since then Alex finished his Masters Degree in Student Development Counseling & Administration at Indiana Wesleyan University and his Doctorate of Education in Higher Education Leadership at Azusa Pacific University, studying the development of programming to increase residential college students' sense of community. Alex loves television shows, movies, camping, traveling, and sitting around and talking.

Originally from Roseville, CA, working in residence life began for Alex when he was a first-year student at William Jessup University near Sacramento, CA. A professional staff member asked Alex to apply to be an Orientation Leader and later on a Resi... Show more

Young Ambassador for Internet Governance, Mentor and Facilitator. Nzuzi Antonio, graduated in computer science and with postgraduate degree in Governance and Information Technology Administration. Member of Internet Society Chapter POrtugal, Angolan Association of Information and Communications Technology (APETIC). With analytical and strategic skills in project and business management, founder of the Angolan startup, Tchocale Telecom. Appointed Young Ambassador for Internet Governance in Africa and volunteer member of MAG by the IGF-UN secretariat.

Young Ambassador for Internet Governance, Mentor and Facilitator. Nzuzi Antonio, graduated in computer science and with postgraduate degree in Governance and Information Technology Administration. Member of Internet Society Chapter POrtugal, Angola... Show more

Mary Lemmer is a creative impact-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and global speaker helping leaders and companies innovate, navigate change and thrive in an unpredictable world. She is the founder of Improve, and designs and delivers engaging keynotes, offsites, trainings, and conference sessions. She brings two decades of experience as an entrepreneur, author, humorist, and recovering venture capitalist and startup unicorn director. She gave the TED Talk “How improv can improve your leadership and life” and has spoken at The Social Innovation Summit, TED Women, TechCon, The Positive Business Conference, multiple years at the Agile Alliance conference, among speaking and leading interactive and empowering sessions for hundreds of companies around the world. Connect with Mary at www.marylemmer.com and learn more about Improve at www.chooseimprove.com.

Mary Lemmer is a creative impact-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and global speaker helping leaders and companies innovate, navigate change and thrive in an unpredictable world. She is the founder of Improve, and designs and delivers engaging keynot... Show more

Former Owner of The SARK Tech.
Professional Programmer.
Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller.

Former Owner of The SARK Tech. Professional Programmer. Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller. Show more

Shyam is a highly motivated and results-oriented platform engineer with a passion for building and scaling robust infrastructure solutions. He has 18 years of experience in software development and a deep understanding of Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Cloud Engineering, SRE. Shyam has a proven track record of success in:

• Container Orchestration as a Service for managing Hybrid K8s Clusters
• IaaS provisioning accelerator
• DevOps - Pipeline implementations for IaaS stack applications

Shyam is a highly motivated and results-oriented platform engineer with a passion for building and scaling robust infrastructure solutions. He has 18 years of experience in software development and a deep understanding of Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Cl... Show more

An accomplished IT Sr. RTE / Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist, Servant leader and Program / Project management professional with several years’ direct experience in the area of Information Technology involving Agile-Scrum delivery, Program / Project Management, Requirement Analysis, Software Design, Development, Implementation and Application Support. Responsible for Project management methodology, building of Governance, PMO processes and IT service areas. Participated closely in the detail level SDLC phases, certified in Agile methodology and deliverables over several project lifecycles. Successful industry track record of driving collaborative efforts across multiple organizations in Fortune 100 companies. Strong analytical, managerial, technical, Interpersonal & Problem-Solving and decision-making skills with proven leadership ability and excellent academic credentials. Well conversant with large size ($5+ Mil. budget) enterprise application development and Infrastructure projects of complex nature.
Expert level IT domain knowledge of Airlines, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, E-Commerce, Bill Pay / Finance, FinTech, Utility Industries.
An MBA, PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, ICP-ACC, ITIL, CMQ/OE, SAFe - Safe Agilist, RTE, AWS CCP and Six Sigma certified project management professional with quality of deliverables as focus area.

An accomplished IT Sr. RTE / Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist, Servant leader and Program / Project management professional with several years’ direct experience in the area of Information Technology involving Agile-Scrum delivery, Program / Project Manage... Show more

Chef Adrianne Calvo is an award-winning Miami based restaurateur, cookbook author,
Emmy-nominated YouTube show host and podcaster known for her signature “Maximum Flavor” style.
Her highly-acclaimed restaurants, Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant and Bar and
Cracked by Chef Adrianne, are a staple of must-eat-destination lists, and her popularity on Goldbelly spurred the upcoming launch of her online shop Baked by Chef Adrianne. With the publication of her
first cookbook, Maximum Flavor, she became the youngest cookbook author ever at the time.
In her Emmy-nominated YouTube travel show, Searching for Maximum Flavor, Adrianne travels the world in search of exciting new ingredients and shows viewers how to incorporate them into their dishes at home. Her forthcoming vodcast of the same name will turn up the heat on celebrity guests who are blindfolded and served mystery meals during the course of being interviewed.
When she is not creating in the kitchen or in front of the cameras, she pours her heart and soul into the Make It Count Foundation, a non-profit that she started in honor of her late sister Jennifer.

Chef Adrianne Calvo is an award-winning Miami based restaurateur, cookbook author, Emmy-nominated YouTube show host and podcaster known for her signature “Maximum Flavor” style. Her highly-acclaimed restaurants, Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant ... Show more

I'm a freelance backend engineer with expertise in Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot, helping startups and scale-ups build scalable systems and evolve their digital products. I've worked across various sectors including Real Estate and Food & Beverage, developing solutions on both monolithic and microservices architectures. In my free time, I enjoy traveling with my spouse, exploring nature through outdoor activities and studying new technologies.

I'm a freelance backend engineer with expertise in Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot, helping startups and scale-ups build scalable systems and evolve their digital products. I've worked across various sectors including Real Estate and Food & Beverage, d... Show more

Knowledge Benjamin is a solution oriented Software Developer.

Knowledge Benjamin is a solution oriented Software Developer. Show more

I’m an ex-Developer turned Application Security Engineer currently employed by Proof. After 10 years of building applications, I discovered breaking them could be just as fun.

I’m an ex-Developer turned Application Security Engineer currently employed by Proof. After 10 years of building applications, I discovered breaking them could be just as fun. Show more

building belonging through movement

building belonging through movement Show more

20 years of marketing and sales experience.

20 years of marketing and sales experience. Show more

Georg Gamsjäger works as IT architect for business intelligence and datawarehouse at Sana IT Services GmbH. He has more than 5 years of business intelligence and datawarehouse experience in health care and more than 10 years of experience and deep understanding of Microsoft server technologies, especially Microsoft SQL Server. Previously, he was also a trainer for Microsoft server technologies and spokesman for various conferences.

Georg Gamsjäger works as IT architect for business intelligence and datawarehouse at Sana IT Services GmbH. He has more than 5 years of business intelligence and datawarehouse experience in health care and more than 10 years of experience and deep un... Show more

Dolphy Fernandes is an experienced Technology Director in Architecture and Platform Engineering, with over 10 years of experience leading high-performing teams and spearheading digital transformation initiatives for leading global organizations. With a strong background in building enterprise-level platforms, Dolphy’s career has focused on designing agile, cross-functional teams that deliver innovative, high-quality solutions at scale. He is passionate about optimizing team structures and interactions, to unlock faster delivery and improve team engagement.

Dolphy Fernandes is an experienced Technology Director in Architecture and Platform Engineering, with over 10 years of experience leading high-performing teams and spearheading digital transformation initiatives for leading global organizations. With... Show more

Jianyu Wang serves as the maintainer of the Koordinator community and a Senior Development Engineer at Alibaba Cloud, where he leads the architecture and development of Alibaba Cloud’s 10K-GPU-scale cluster scheduling system powering large-scale AI training infrastructure. His technical expertise spans heterogeneous device scheduling (GPU/NPU/RDMA/NUMA-aware) and distributed task scheduling, with extensive hands-on experience in optimizing scheduling performance, resource isolation, topology-aware placement, and scalability for production AI clusters at scale.

Jianyu Wang serves as the maintainer of the Koordinator community and a Senior Development Engineer at Alibaba Cloud, where he leads the architecture and development of Alibaba Cloud’s 10K-GPU-scale cluster scheduling system powering large-scale AI t... Show more

Sou Product Manager com mais de 8 anos de experiência em produtos digitais e tecnologia, atuando na construção e evolução de soluções centradas no usuário, métricas e impacto de negócio. Ao longo da minha trajetória, liderei iniciativas de produto em empresas como Globo, Hurb, 1Doc e Peixe Urbano, conduzindo produtos de ponta a ponta, da descoberta à escala.

Minha atuação é guiada por discovery contínuo, priorização estratégica e decisões orientadas por dados. Tenho formação em Product Management e Transformação Digital, com estudos pela PUC-Rio, BBI of Chicago, além de especializações na Reforge, PM3 e Tera.

Acredito que grandes produtos nascem da combinação entre visão de negócio, empatia com o usuário e experimentação. Gosto de compartilhar aprendizados práticos sobre estratégia, discovery, métricas, tomada de decisão e desafios reais de times de produto.

Sou Product Manager com mais de 8 anos de experiência em produtos digitais e tecnologia, atuando na construção e evolução de soluções centradas no usuário, métricas e impacto de negócio. Ao longo da minha trajetória, liderei iniciativas de produto em... Show more

I'm Jefferson, living in NY, USA. People call me Jeff..!I am always traveling to several countries. I learned lots of things and gained so many health related things. I conducted several conferences and events.

I'm Jefferson, living in NY, USA. People call me Jeff..!I am always traveling to several countries. I learned lots of things and gained so many health related things. I conducted several conferences and events. Show more

William P Billy Davis is Executive Director of Bronzeville Community Development Partnership (BCDP), a Chicago-based nonprofit advancing preservation, economic revitalization, and clean mobility innovation in the historic Bronzeville Black Metropolis National Heritage Area community. Under his leadership, BCDP has developed initiatives spanning cultural tourism, smart mobility infrastructure, and zero-emission transportation, positioning Bronzeville as a model “Community of the Future.” His work integrates heritage preservation with climate-forward economic development strategies that expand equitable access to emerging technologies.

William P Billy Davis is Executive Director of Bronzeville Community Development Partnership (BCDP), a Chicago-based nonprofit advancing preservation, economic revitalization, and clean mobility innovation in the historic Bronzeville Black Metropolis... Show more

Veeresh Erched, a distinguished technology leader, spearheads the Cloud Native and DevOps strategy at Amadeus. As VP of Software at Amadeus North America, he innovates Airline solutions planning and Scheduling systems. With 23 years in software development across travel, NMS, Payments, and ERP, Veeresh engages with Zinnov & NASSCOM. He mentors at NASSCOM’s W2RT, startup accelerators, serves as a hackathon jury member, & contributes to tech conferences and publications in the USA and India.

Veeresh Erched, a distinguished technology leader, spearheads the Cloud Native and DevOps strategy at Amadeus. As VP of Software at Amadeus North America, he innovates Airline solutions planning and Scheduling systems. With 23 years in software devel... Show more

My name is Jacqueline Omorogbe and I'm the CEO/Founder of The Zoku App, a mobile experiences app for discovering local gems.

My name is Jacqueline Omorogbe and I'm the CEO/Founder of The Zoku App, a mobile experiences app for discovering local gems. Show more

Hunyah is a content creator, model and public speaker .
Hunyah has a background in community development background .Hunyah has been featured in many podcasts and magazines .

Hunyah is a content creator, model and public speaker . Hunyah has a background in community development background .Hunyah has been featured in many podcasts and magazines . Show more

Canine furry and fursuiter from Toronto. Organizer of the Furnal Equinox "Tour De Fur" public fursuit walk since 2017.

Canine furry and fursuiter from Toronto. Organizer of the Furnal Equinox "Tour De Fur" public fursuit walk since 2017. Show more

I am a Data Engineer with over 8 years of diverse experience across India, Canada, and the United States, currently based in Seattle. My expertise and interests have always centered around data, along with a strong passion for helping others grow in this field. I thrive on problem-solving and root cause analysis, approaching each challenge with analytical precision and determination. My international work experience has sharpened my ability to adapt and collaborate effectively across diverse teams and cultures.
As an active member of Amazon's interview panel, I contribute to building high-performing teams through technical assessments and candidate evaluations. Beyond my corporate role, I am dedicated to giving back to the tech community by providing consultation, career guidance, and interview preparation coaching to aspiring data professionals. I share insights on growth strategies, industry best practices, and practical tips to help candidates successfully navigate their career paths.
When not immersed in data engineering or mentoring, I cherish quality time with my family, explore new destinations through travel, express creativity through painting, and maintain an active lifestyle playing badminton. I also enjoy keeping my analytical skills sharp with Sudoku puzzles.

I am a Data Engineer with over 8 years of diverse experience across India, Canada, and the United States, currently based in Seattle. My expertise and interests have always centered around data, along with a strong passion for helping others grow in ... Show more