You’re Fired – The Layoff Summit by GatherVerse
Speakers
Sahaj Vaidya: Bio
As a doctoral student in Data Science at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), I have dedicated my research to Ethical AI Governance, Data-Driven Decision Making, and the effective communication of scientific insights, which are pivotal aspects of responsible AI implementation in the public sector.
My doctoral studies have provided me with a strong technical foundation at the master’s level, equipping me with the skills needed to engage in sophisticated data analysis and develop AI solutions that cater to public and social good.
My research project, the Open Explainability Protocol (OEXP), exemplifies my commitment to ethical AI and responsible governance. OEXP aims to establish a universally accepted standard for conveying the outputs of autonomous systems, a crucial step in enhancing user interactions with AI-based systems.
I believe that the work I have been involved in will be directly relevant to the measurement work on AI in government, which your team is conducting. In addition to my research, I am actively engaged in various initiatives related to transparency, openness, and ethical considerations in AI and data-driven technologies.
I currently serve as a research collaborator at AIAAIC, where I contribute to enhancing transparency and openness in artificial intelligence, algorithms, and automation.
I am also part of the IEEE P7003 group, where we are drafting a proposal for Design-Centered Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) and Governance with a focus on algorithmic bias considerations.
My work at the World Ethical Data Forum, where I am developing a taxonomy for AI Risks and challenges, demonstrates my commitment to understanding and addressing the challenges in the AI domain.
Randall Rene: Bio
Randall René is the Industry Solutions Director for Telecommunications at Esri, where he helps communication service providers leverage geographic information system (GIS) technology to transform workflows and improve communication, collaboration, and productivity across the entire telecom project life cycle.
Randall is a proud US Army veteran with 25 years of experience in the telecommunications and cable industries working in the field, guiding GIS teams, and supporting infrastructure planning.
Prior to joining Esri, he spent over 18 years at Comcast. Randall earned a Master of Business Administration in Strategy and Organizational Development at George Fox University in Oregon and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree from Virginia’s Liberty University.
He is a passionate advocate within the GIS community and committed to helping public and private sector organizations nationwide bridge the digital divide.
Asia Bribiesca-Hedin: Bio
As the Founder and CEO of Bridgewell LLC, a leadership development and strategy execution firm in Southern California, Asia Bribiesca-Hedin applies her 20 year strategy background to help professionals make more effective, empowered decisions that help her clients make an impact at the highest levels.
Asia’s love of learning fueled her rise from humble beginnings as a toddler immigrated from Cuba and raised by a hard-working single mom to an accomplished thought-partner who helps professionals lead themselves and others.
Asia started her career as a senior consultant with Ernst & Young, a global management consulting firm right out of business school and that started her journey to becoming a trusted advisor and partner to executives and professionals at every level across a variety of industries.
Prior to founding her own company, she spent 9 years at a comprehensive cancer center in the Los Angeles area helping hospital and research leaders deliver on the enterprise’s multi-year strategic plan.
Today, Asia brings her strategic lens to help clients gain the clarity, confidence, and certainty they need to contribute at the highest levels and successfully lead their careers, their teams, and their organizations even in the most uncertain environments.
Asia is a proud graduate of the University of Southern California where she earned both her master of business administration and master of public administration degrees after earning her bachelor of science in management at Pepperdine University.
In addition to her business education, Asia has advanced training in leadership, psychology, and professional coaching.
Asia calls Southern California home alongside her husband and their 3 kids.
Christopher Lafayette: Bio
Christopher Lafayette, an influential emergent technologist, speaker, and humanitarian is making remarkable strides in the metaverse, AI, medtech and applied sciences. Through eco-convergence, He’s currently studying 270+ emerging technologies.
His contributions and influence extend from Silicon Valley to the international stage, as he passionately advocates for a more equitable culture in technology.
He strongly adheres to the principle that everyone, irrespective of color or gender, should have the opportunity to build the fabric of technology.
GatherVerse, a brainchild of Christopher Lafayette, is an inspired response to an age of unprecedented technological growth.
He established Gatherverse to merge technology and human experience, ensuring every digital innovation reflects and caters to the aspirations of its users. He also founded HoloPractice, merging healthcare and technology. Along with Co-Founding Aug Lab, intersecting life sciences with AI and immersive technologies.
Christopher is a highly sought-after brand developer renowned for his exceptional ability to elevate brands to new heights placing specific emphasis on design principles, emerging technologies and humane intersections.
His advisory and keynote speaking roles span prestigious organizations, including Microsoft, Google, Meta, NFL, Mayo Clinic, Merlin Entertainments, CES, Cornell Tech, Juniper Networks, The Linux Foundation, European Commission, Nikko Hotels, Linux Foundation, Cisco, Microsoft, Salesforce, The WICT Network, NCFL, ATD, Summerfest, COABE, IME West, Verizon, Stanford University, Berkeley Haas, Tübingen University, Cal Poly, Lethbridge College, Duke University, San Jose College of Engineering, and UCLA, among others.
Additionally, his influence has reached renowned chefs, musicians, and hundreds of startups.
Lafayette consistently advocates for the integration of humanity in technological progress.
Jimmara Scott: Bio
Jimmara Scott is a passionate advocate for leveraging technology to empower individuals and communities.
As the founder of Nocode4change, she leads the charge in promoting accessibility and inclusivity in the digital age through innovative no-code AI solutions.
With a background in AI development and a commitment to social impact, Jimmara is dedicated to helping others navigate the complexities of the modern workforce with resilience and adaptability.
Her mission is to inspire and equip audiences to thrive in an ever-evolving technological landscape while championing equity and empowerment for all.
Vivian Gomes: Bio
Vivian is a hands-on, passionate, Human-Centered Design leader with over 25 years of experience spanning multiple aspects of the business of Strategy, Product & Service Design focused on making technology more human.
He loves building simple, intuitive, human-Centered products which enable delightful experiences for everyone in the real world.
Vivian Gomes is the Co-founder and Chief Design Officer at Human Factors Research and Design and SHNORH LLC a studio based in San Francisco.
He is an internationally respected Design leader, mentor and innovation evangelist.
Vivian believes that insights at the intersection of user needs, technology and business helps create highly effective and innovative products and solutions on the foundation of DESIGN. He exhibits extremely sharp natural curiosity and laser instincts in understanding human behaviour, helps in predicting outcomes with metric driven accuracy.
His work has impacts million of lives everyday. Products or solutions he has delivered are used every day around the world with delightful addictive experiences by users and customers across cultures, regions and people of all ages.
He is a regular speaker, mentor, juror and workshop facilitator at events around the world.
He is on boards of Academia, non-profit and enterprise boards to help create Human-Centered focus, a high priority, increase good design experience awareness, implement design strategies and help organizations build joyful experiences for their customers and users. He empowers teams to craft compelling stories and develops a solution’s design ecosystems across multiple mediums and devices for a connected, seamless joyful-user experience.
He is a highly experienced and practical hands-on Design professional who seamlessly works on digital, industrial and hybrid design solutions.
He drives creation of compelling product and solution portfolios for customers that include healthcare, Social innovation in community uplifting program design and application, AI, Retail, Oil & Gas, Smart Cities, Analytics, IT Security, data Science, GIS, payments/finance, social, search, eComm, startups, Cloud applications, Portals, IOT, mobile/telecom, wearables, AR/VR, voice and the engineering / automotive industry.
He works as a core member of the management teams to Institutionalize Design, focused on future of design driven needs, helping digital transformation through applicable design thinking, mentoring design managers/ leaders, setting up global design centers & design research labs in India, EUROPE, Asia, UK, Middle East and USA.
He has deep know how of cutting edge technology trends through his consistent work with communities, teaching initiatives and alliances. This enables him to bring innovative and disruptive design ideas to life while helping create a vision for organizations that delights users and profits their customers.
He is a Member of board of directors of the UXQCC, Austria, Cal Tech East Bay, Garranto Academy Singapore, UXPA Austria Accredited Professional, and on global forums and boards such as Google for Start-ups, Art Bridging Gap (ABG), LA, Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship at CMU, Designed.Org, and ADP list.
Meghan Sickner: Bio
Meghan Kelly Sickner Who Meghan is a Holistic Health Practitioner with a Passion and purpose to live in harmony with Nature. WHY Tools for Transformation — 2000- Present Her healing education began in 1989 , brought to her knees in physical pain she found a new way of living.
In 2000 Meghan created Tools for Transformation while recovering from another physical and grief related neck injury. The experience catapulted her once again into her own reorganization, and the program sort of created itself.
Certifications: HOW Transformational Breath facilitator, Dr. Demartini Values Determination Facilitator, Massage Therapist, Reiki Master, Shamansess with the Sisterhood of the shields, Lyn Andrews Mystery School. Dr. Peter Levine Somatic Experiencing facilitator. 12 stages of Healing, Dr. Donny Epstein.
Transformational Breathe facilitator. Judith Kravitz . Veterans Yoga guide, Trauma , adaptive yoga, resilience, mindfulness coach, and more. Where Luxury Wellness Facilitator: 1996-Present Luxury wellness concierge.Meghan works with the Ritz Carlton Hotel offering yoga, Personal wellness journeys, including sound baths, trauma awareness sessions, pilates, personal training etc. Retreats, Personal ceremonies, celebrations, personalized programs.Zoom, live events.
Personal Meghan is a one-time state championship winner with the Dana Point Outrigger canoe club, one-time Marathon runner, a Current Aerial artist, a Nutrition enthusiast, and Non profit volunteer. Life-time student and teacher of Truth. Time spent playing in Nature is her healing and beauty secret.
Additionally, Meghan is a Luxury Realtor and Eco broker in Laguna Beach California. “In order to heal the planet we must begin with ourselves.” Favorite quote.
Po box 1763. Laguna Beach. CA. 92652. [email protected]. 949-510-1621
Jens Kull: Bio
Jens is a multidisciplinary Media Artist working on the forefront of immersive art.
He uses image capture technology in serendipity driven and extraordinarily imaginative ways that in optimal cases lead to inspiring, beauty driven impulses.
Jens has a track record of leading and unifying creative teams that consist of all possible walks of life and focuses on collaborations with innovative foundations and non profit organizations.
He is currently developing immersive work with his Grandfather’s legacy who was a prolific abstract painter and is post producing an uplifting TV Series called “Dream Big”.
Emily Wright: Bio
Emily Wright is a rising voice of their generation, with an eclectic background encompassing child care, education, marketing, and management, to name a few, and they have assisted in the establishment and growth of multiple small businesses.
As a writer, their first book, ‘The 100 Days of Colour: Celebrating Frequetic Beauty,’ is a firm look at the connection between algorithmic and subconscious bias, and discusses the psychology behind discrimination and how we can make positive progress in light of our biases.
Their second book, ‘My Brain: Explained, A Modern Conversation of the Mind,’ explores the relationship between the Conscious and Subconscious Minds in more detail, as well as Mind Management and Thought Organisation to facilitate a happier and more productive Life.
After spending over an accumulative year immobile as a result of multiple traumatic brain injuries, Emily learned to lucid dream, which opened a door to a wide exploration of the potential of human consciousness and our understanding of reality. Their dream journals – entitled ‘The Dreamer’s Journals’ – pave a journey of reality-bending conscious discovery, and discuss a myriad of ethical inquiries when it comes to our continual evolution.
Emily’s brand, It’ll be alwright®, is the foundation of their multifaceted endeavors that focus on cultivating individual potential to facilitate collective healing. These endeavors include a social media series called ‘Mind Bites’, which offer monthly tips and techniques on how we can reprogram our minds to better process information and improve decision making.
Umang Varma: Bio
Umang has more than 20 years of experience in driving large technology-led transformations in global organizations.
His passion is in using emerging technologies like big data, Blockchain, IoT & AI to drive business outcomes.
He currently leads a team of cloud architects for Oracle and is based in Malaysia.
He writes the occasional article on emerging tech and some of his articles have been featured by industry associations.
Outside work, he enjoys speedcubing & scuba diving.
LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umangvarma/
Mariya Pallais: Bio
Mariya is a multifaceted professional known for her roles as a Tech & Entertainment Publicist, Scuba Diver, World Traveler, and Personal Branding expert.
Starting in AirBnB’s Marketing department, she developed her PR skills and founded Mariya Pallais PR.
Known for her Millennial humor and love for animals, particularly her chinchilla Bernard, Mariya focuses on authentic, intentional PR, choosing clients who are societal innovators and emerging technologists.
World travel enhanced her career, adding new perspectives and energy to her work.
Mariya balances professional success with personal growth, impacting the PR and marketing world while pursuing a fulfilling life.
Russell Bundy: Bio
Russell is a dynamic multidisciplinary entrepreneur with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including radio, music, e-commerce, and blockchain.
Throughout his career and entrepreneurial ventures, Russell has consistently demonstrated a commitment to positive social impact. This dedication is evident in his radio business, where he strived to entertain listeners and foster a strong community, evidenced by the growth of his station to over 50,000 monthly unique listeners and a thriving 22,000-member Discord community in 2016.
Russell’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to launch a successful e-commerce business. This venture honed his strategic thinking and business management expertise, encompassing all aspects from operations to finance.
Notably, he achieved this success through bootstrapping, demonstrating his resourcefulness and financial acumen. The e-commerce world opened the door to the burgeoning landscape of Web3 technologies.
Recognizing the potential of NFTs, Metaverse, Crypto, DAO, AI and other emerging trends, Russell became an early adopter in 2020. He has since developed a deep understanding of these technologies and their strategic applications. Witnessing both the opportunities and challenges within this new space, Russell is passionate about leveraging Web3 for positive global change.
Driven by the belief that financial success can coexist with social impact, Russell is a passionate advocate for supporting women in the creative sector.
His first-hand experience from the radio industry, including ventures like MadBop, a platform dedicated to supporting and uplifting women, has provided him with deep insights into the challenges they face. This fuels his desire to champion their advancement and create a more equitable future, especially for his nieces pursuing creative endeavours.
Lynn Gitau: Bio
Lynn Gitau is a distinguished figure in the technology sector, recognised for her innovative contributions and leadership in advancing digital interaction and communication.
As a key organiser in the tech community, Lynn has significantly contributed to bringing together thousands of enthusiasts and experts in a more subdued but impactful manner.
Her initiatives have laid a broad foundation for tech innovation beyond just XR, contributing to a substantial shift in the region’s technical landscape.
She is an emerging technologies explorer, national speaker, communications director for GatherVerse, founding member of the African Meta Club, and passionate about Social Impact XR and Web3.
Jared Arms: Bio
Jared Arm, an entrepreneur and blockchain expert – has dedicated his career to harnessing the power of technology to drive positive change.
As the founder and CEO of Kylar.io Coin (KYC), he has developed a revolutionary new cryptocurrency designed to promote financial inclusivity and stability.
With a deep understanding of the transformative potential of blockchain and cryptocurrency, Jared is a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the financial technology community.
At the You’re Fired – The Layoff Summit, he will share his insights on the future of money and economic resilience, and explore the exciting possibilities for a more equitable and sustainable global economy.
Dorcas Nderitu: Bio
Voted one of the leaders in Power List of the Top 200 Biggest Voices in Leadership to watch for in 2022, She is among the 11 Inspiring Women HR Leaders in Kenya as per people Hum.
Talent and Performance Advisor, with a Higher Diploma from Kenya institute of management, undergraduate in Human Resources from Kenya Methodist University, currently finalizing her MBA in Strategic management from JKUAT.
She has been at the frontline as a committee organizer for Nairobi branch for IHRM events, with a background of more than 15 years in Human Resource and leadership, her career expands over several industries including Investment, Retail, Training and Hospitality.
Dorcas worked her way up from an entry-level position to earn her seat at the C-Suite table. Dorcas is a Certified Talent Optimization Consultant, (TOC)HR Professional (CHR), DIEB Advocacy and facilitator, Allyship, break the bias, and Lean in Girls Facilitator.
Certification with Google as a facilitator of #IamRemarkable ID: D906989.
She is passionate about helping her clients learn the Talent management and leadership strategies they need to succeed no matter what this workplace does.
She is the Founder of Women in HR Kenya and the Lead Trainer at IHR Solutions.
Nairobi, founder of women in HR Kenya a Learning community with over 1500 HR Professionals across Kenya and Tanzania, where we h of becoming a certified member of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team. This prestigious certification marks a significant milestone in [Your Name/Company Name]’s commitment to leadership and professional development excellence.
Dorcas Nderitu Achieves Certification with Google as a facilitator of #IamRemarkable ID: D906989.
Devin Baldwin: Bio
Devin Baldwin, a seasoned WebXR developer, educator, and innovative 3D content creator, brings a unique blend of technical proficiency and creative acumen to the digital realm.
Specializing in harnessing technology to manifest creative visions, his work primarily focuses on redefining user experiences.
Passionate about bridging the digital divide, Devin is committed to addressing disparities within the Black and Brown Community, fostering an inclusive future for technology.
An inquisitive, fast learner, Devin seeks opportunities to grow alongside exceptional teams while contributing to their success.
Paige Dansinger: Bio
Founder of Better World Museum, Horizon Art Museum, Women in Horizon, Co-Founder Helsinki Immersive Sustainability Lab, works at Virtual Worlds Society, and is a Global Ambassador for the VRARA.
Stefan Youngblood: Bio
Stefan Youngblood is a distinguished Founder, CEO, and entrepreneur, expertly melding DEI, innovation, and AI for social impact. With a storied 40-year history in global connection, he stands as a foremost authority in creative digital networking architecture. Stefan is more than just a technologist; he’s a bridge-builder, ardently working to close socioeconomic divides with a mix of compassion, faith, and forward-thinking.
Earning recognition as a leading “Metafluencer” – a term denoting influential figures in the digital realm – Stefan’s expertise breaks conventional confines. His global leadership spans from Myanmar and Tunisia to Ukraine, Haiti, and Nepal. Stefan’s profound insights into AI have adorned numerous publications, sparking rich discussions about the challenges and promises AI holds for contemporary society.
As the visionary Founder and CEO of HireBlack.com, in collaboration with [corrected name/Veritone], Stefan ardently advocates for unbiased partnerships, linking companies with candidates through more than 200,000 daily career opportunities. His other ventures, such as HBCU AI and DataSpy™ – a unique data and privacy platform – further emphasize his dedication to fostering cooperative and educational minority-owned businesses.
A proud father of three, an enthusiastic explorer and hiker, and the honored recipient of the Shenandoah University Presidential Award, Stefan frequently graces stages as a keynote speaker, emphasizing the importance of raising awareness in tech. Stefan Youngblood shines in his efforts to integrate marginalized communities into the AI realm, always championing the principled and community-centric progression of ideas.
Darlena O Kelly: Bio
Darlena Kelly is the Chair of Programs for the Dallas Women’s Business Center at LiftFund, where she supports and empowers women in business.
She is also the President and founder of SimiDigi, a Dallas-based company that develops innovative learning solutions for various industries.
With a computer science degree from Troy University and expertise in animation and design visualization, she creates interactive and media-rich educational and training products that deliver measurable success to her clients.
She has a global customer base and has been recognized with multiple awards and accolades for her entrepreneurial journey and her impact on the Dallas business community.
Darlena is passionate about education and empowerment, especially for women and STEM professionals.
She serves as an advisory board member for Dallas College, where she contributes to the development and enhancement of educational programs.
As a STEM speaker and advocate, she promotes the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in today’s rapidly advancing world, and as a mentor, she guides and inspires individuals to reach their full potential.
Darlena is committed to creating instructionally sound, accurate, and engaging learning solutions that improve the way people are educated.
Thomas Shiva: Bio
Aspiring young African business leader bridging The Tech & Creative Spaces to shape The Future of Gaming, Tech In Africa | Founder & CEO @ Digital Realm Entertainment® Inc & Neo-Troniks Systems® Inc | President @ Enter Africa Org & Rwanda Games Industry, Development Association, with 8+ years of XP in the Games Industry, 10+ years XP in Tech industry, Founded the very first and currently only end to end gaming company in Rwanda/the region , ranking amongst the top 10, top 5 ventures in PC games, ARVR and E-sports on the African continent collectively. (Tech Expert) Serial entrepreneur. The pioneer of the Games industry Ecosystem in Rwanda and the region and amongst the industry leaders/pioneers on the African continent,.
Anusha Yella: Bio
Anusha Yella, a Principal Software Engineer at AT&T Services Inc, celebrated for her innovative contributions to AI-powered customer support.
With a wealth of experience and a passion for technology, she leads the development of cutting-edge solutions aimed at revolutionizing customer service efficiency.
Her dedication and expertise have earned her prestigious awards like the TITAN Information Technology and Business Awards.
Beyond her role at AT&T, she actively engages with the tech community, offering mentorship, peer reviewing conference papers, judging awards, speaking engagements, and support.
As an accomplished researcher, Anusha publishes papers in renowned IEEE journals, extending her impact beyond her professional sphere.
Her commitment to advancing AI and empowering others underscores her value in any technological endeavor.
Jane Harrington: Bio
Dr. Jane Harrington has 20+ years in biomedical education and microbiology basic sciences research. In collaboration with her husband, Ian Holyoak, they have created MedMicroMaps, a novel immersive experience to explore the microbial world of the imagination! The project is Dr. Harrington’s Opus Dei and lifelong mission to establish a basic common knowledge of infections, antibiotics and vaccines by providing an AI-driven XR learning platform for all ages.
Passionate visionary story teller for infectious diseases, aiming to inspire and illuminate concepts of human health to all ranges of audiences, from K-12 education to highly skilled medical professionals with cutting edge novel digital media modalities.
Through XR-AI projects, MedMicroMaps aims to recruit future allied health professionals from historically marginalized communities.
Ganesh Raju: Bio
Ganesh Raju, the visionary Founder and CEO of Akshaya NFT and Metaverse (www.akshaya.io) USA, is at the forefront of revolutionizing the hospitality industry through the implementation of emerging technologies such as Web3, NFTs, and the Metaverse.
With a deep understanding of the potential of blockchain, Ganesh aims to create a new economy for chefs, culinary schools, appliance makers, food products, restaurants, and hotels by leveraging these transformative technologies.
Ganesh is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and digital transformation leader, with a strong focus on open-source permission-less, decentralized networks and blockchain, as well as artificial intelligence.
He has been recognized as an influential figure in the Web3/DeepTech space, playing an early adopter role in blockchain, cryptocurrencies, DeFi, NFTs, Digital Twin, and the Metaverse. Ganesh’s expertise extends to advising and consulting for some of the world’s largest tech companies in the fields of AI and ML.
As the incoming Vice Chairman for the IEEE Houston Chapter, Ganesh leads multiple initiatives in collaboration with local government bodies, aiming to establish Texas as a hub for industrial blockchain solutions.
He frequently shares his knowledge and insights as a speaker at various technology conferences, where he discusses IoT, big data, machine learning, cloud computing, and blockchain/crypto technologies.
Akshaya’s vision is to bring together brands, businesses, industries, and users in a digital-life-meets-real-world experience, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical realms to create the most immersive Web3 experience.
At its core, Akshaya’s mission is to revolutionize engagement in the hospitality industry, redefining how people interact with culinary delights, culinary education, kitchen appliances, food products, restaurants, and hotels.
Stay connected with Ganesh Raju and Akshaya NFT and Metaverse through their social media channels:
Socials: https://linktr.ee/akshayanft
Telegram: https://t.me/graju76
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/_GaneshRaju
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ganeshraju07
Brian Yurachek: Bio
Brian is a highly accomplished and driven business leader with expertise in both creative and financial domains. He holds an undergraduate degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Financial Services from Saint Joseph’s University, providing a solid foundation for his understanding of business principles and financial strategies.
With over a decade of experience as a licensed Investment Advisor, Brian successfully provided expert guidance and managed substantial assets for ‘Wall Street’ professionals and their families.
As Vice President of Asset Management at Lenox Advisors, Inc., he oversaw a diverse portfolio exceeding $450 million, navigating complex financial landscapes to deliver tangible results.
Beyond his academic and professional achievements, Brian has a lengthy background of service. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves as an Imagery Analyst specializing in Counter-Intelligence, displaying his analytical prowess and attention to detail in supporting critical intelligence operations.
In addition, Brian actively supports charitable organizations such as St. Jude, Covenant House, Ronald McDonald Organization, and the Little Saint Nick Foundation. He contributes both financially and with his time, including notable efforts like sleeping on the streets with Covenant House to raise funds and awareness for homeless youth. These endeavors reflect Brian’s deep dedication and personal involvement in making a positive impact on the lives of others.
Brian’s exceptional background, encompassing his creative vision, financial acumen, military service, and knowledge of frontier technologies, positions him as a highly sought-after professional in the tech industry.
His strong leadership capabilities, dedication to excellence, and commitment to client satisfaction make him a valuable asset in achieving strategic objectives and maximizing profitability.
Matt Fischer: Bio
As a seasoned Founder, I am a skilled Business, Brand, and Innovation Strategist with a background in Communications Strategy.
With over 20 years of experience, I have started, grown, and sold businesses while also coaching and consulting with hundreds of companies across diverse industries.
I have specialized expertise in emerging technologies, including connected devices, virtual reality, augmented reality, AI, metaverse training, and Blockchain, and I have applied my knowledge to drive innovation and success for clients in construction, engineering, software, smart devices, aviation, automotive, electronics, real estate, and healthcare.
I’m a passionate advocate for the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI).
As the CEO of AI Revolution Labs, I have been at the forefront of exploring how AI is revolutionizing virtually every aspect of modern life.
My qualifications include a Master’s degree in Communications Strategy from Virginia Commonwealth University and training from renowned advertising industry leaders, such as the creators of the Geico commercials.
I bring a fresh, dynamic approach to every project and client, combining my education and extensive practical experience to deliver top-notch results.
Daniel Robbins: Bio
Daniel C. Robbins is a Principal Designer in Seattle, working on both strategy and interface design across all of Adobe’s 3D/AR/VR projects with a focus on generative AI.
He’s also helped craft integrity aspects of Horizon Worlds at Meta, advanced AR/VR projects at HTC, VR for architects at Visual Vocal, and capped a long tenure at Microsoft by helping bring the Microsoft Envisioning Center to life.
His art projects have ranged from an art car for Burning Man to very ambitious Halloween costumes for his kids.
Dan regularly mentors and sponsors people from underrepresented groups who are entering the design field and he brings a passion for joy, equity, anti-racism, and justice through the lenses of curiosity, compassion, and contradiction.
Sam Cummings: Bio
Samuel Cummings, is a Customer Success and Generative AI visionary.
He’s globally recognized for revolutionizing how businesses use AI and data science to scale Customer Success operations, driving remarkable outcomes.
From St. Louis to London and Sydney, he’s shared success stories on data science’s impact on CX and won the 2021 Inspire award at LinkedIn as a CSM.
Now, he leads Dataplant, the world’s first Generative AI platform for Customer Success.
Matt Magera: Bio
BioI was born in Nairobi, Kenya, on the 29th of January, and I was always a curious kid for as long as I remember.
I started playing around with technology and writing code from very early on. I was hacking mobile games at age 10 and I had a short stint collaborating in professional software development gigs at 16 before fully diving into the startup world.
Today, I lead and advise a couple of technology startups based in Africa. My primary focus has been on building products and technologies that support the growth of Africa’s informal economy. This cuts across access to jobs/work, payments & financial inclusion, security & insurance for the underserved and SaaS products for small businesses & enterprises.
Alexander Gomes: Bio
I am a SCM professional with 40 years of experience in managing diverse and complex supply chains across various industries and markets.
I have delivered value and efficiency to the customers and business I have worked in. From Fertilisers & Chemical, automotive spare parts, Electronics, Home Appliances, Mobiles, FMCG, Household, Apparel, Groceries and to UNWFP food supply chain.
Currently, I am the head of e-commerce operations for Grocery to Toys Operation, where I am responsible for setting up dark stores, fulfillment, and last mile delivery.
I have built and managed Own and 3PL partners last mile, Developed Large scale Distribution Network, conducted International Recruitment and contributed to a robust control tower.
I have extensive experience in building own WMS, as well as super user for Oracle RWMS and Manhattan WMS. I have also been part of designing and developing high-value storage and distribution solutions.
In addition, I am passionate about mentoring and guiding young professionals in the SCM field, as well as in other career-oriented matters. I believe that mentoring empowers individuals to achieve maximum success in life.
As a LinkedIn member, I welcome anyone who is interested in learning from my insights, advice, and network to reach out to me via DM or email. I am here to help you excel with ease.
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