Amal is a seasoned coach specializing in guiding startup founders, tech leaders, and high-potential contributors within the technology sector. Through his coaching sessions, clients gain the clarity needed to make challenging strategic decisions with composure, maintain their momentum, and swiftly attain their desired objectives. Amal seamlessly integrates his extensive knowledge in Professional Coaching, Business Development, Lean Startup, and Design Thinking methodologies to provide a transformative coaching experience for his clients. His expertise spans Business Development and B2B Sales strategy and execution, coaching and training, as well as proficiency in OKR, Lean Startup, and Design Thinking methodologies. With nearly 15 years of experience in sales and project management for top-tier US companies
Gerd Leonhard is a globally renowned futurist keynote speaker, ranked among the world’s top 10, with over 1,600 engagements in 50+ countries and a total audience of 2.5 million. He’s a pioneer in virtual keynotes and immersive video seminars, and the author of five books including the best-seller Technology vs. Humanity (2016), now in 12 languages. As CEO of The Futures Agency and founder of TFAStudios, Gerd creates powerful films and presentations on technology, AI, digital ethics, and human futures. His clients include Fortune 500 companies, governments, and global NGOs. Recognized by WSJ and Wired, Gerd’s thought leadership spans AI, sustainability, innovation, and the future of media. His keynotes are provocative, insightful, and engaging—blending visuals, sound, and storytelling. A native German based in Zürich, he speaks fluently in English and German, and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a member of the World Future Society.
Joanna Koprowicz is an Agile – Lean trainer and consultant, who is an expert in Business Agility, Agile-Lean Transformations and the Development of High Performing Agile Teams.
With a background in business and technology, Joanna developed a career in consulting, coaching and leadership development, working on bringing positive change across a wide range of organisations and sectors, including the Financial Sector, the Travel Industry, Aviation, E-learning and Gaming.
Joanna has a Masters in Project Management from University College Dublin Michael Smurfit Business School. In addition, she holds numerous Agile certifications and is a provider of Agile and Lean Training and Consulting to clients of Enterprise Ireland, IDA and the Local Enterprise Offices. She is also authorized instructor by the International Consortium for Agile.
She has helped to coordinate Agile-Lean events internationally, including the Global Scrum Gathering in Vienna and is a board member of Agile-Lean Ireland/International.
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Mwanandeke Kindembo, born November 11, 1996, Baraka, Democratic Republic of the Congo, is a Congolese author of self-help books. He's an engineer by profession, philosopher and social critic by necessity, and entrepreneur by choice. His appetite for writing emerged after graduation, when he obtained a BEng (Hons) in Computer Engineering at TU Dublin. Subsequently, he became involved in philosophical, psychological, theological and mystical works. Which are the main subjects of his books.
Heena, an accomplished leadership and career coach, empowers individuals to dream bigger and reach their full potential. With almost three decades of experience in software, consultancy, and leadership, she understands the nuances of leadership in large corporations. In her coaching, she creates space for introspection, clarity, and uncovering hidden potentials, helping you challenge self-limitations. Heena is also the co-founder of the Circle of Trust by Evenness, whose mission is to empower business leaders with precise knowledge and access to a vetted network of validated advisors, enabling decisive action in an ever-evolving landscape of Web3 and emerging technologies.
Mr. Alexander Papakostoulis is an experienced Investment Manager specializing in fixed income alternatives, with a strong background in asset management, portfolio construction, and manager selection. At Bayerische Versorgungskammer—Germany’s largest pension group—he led investments in diverse fixed income asset classes including private debt, infrastructure debt, CLOs, and emerging market debt. He also played a key role in selecting and onboarding external asset managers. Currently a Senior Business Consultant at BearingPoint, Alexander advises financial institutions on investment compliance, target operating models, and IT architecture optimization. With over 5 years of hands-on experience in asset management, he brings deep expertise in due diligence, portfolio strategy, and investment operations. He began his career with Allianz and State Street, gaining valuable exposure to indirect private equity and international investment fund services. Alexander holds an M.Sc. in Business and Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam, with professional credentials in credit risk and investment fund specialization.
Karl Lillrud is a global thought leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and business innovation. Renowned for his impactful presentations at TEDx, the World Economic Forum, and other major events, Karl bridges the gap between technology and practical business applications. Honored as a TOP10 AI Thought Leader by Thinkers360 and ranked among the world’s top speakers by Global Gurus, he collaborates with Fortune 500 companies and unicorn startups. A best-selling author, his book "AI, Your Second Brain" demystifies AI, offering actionable strategies for leveraging technology. Karl’s insights inspire transformative thinking, making him a sought-after expert in the AI field.
Lou is a second-generation entrepreneur known for driving significant growth in tech corporations and startup ventures. With a career spanning multiple roles, including investor, CEO, CMO, and general dogsbody, he has garnered numerous awards. Lou is passionate about assembling, leading, and managing talented, competitive, and innovative teams from startup to investment and exit. He has spearheaded the growth of startups, transforming them into multi-award-winning ventures with positive impacts on the environment, revenue, and profits. An award-winning veteran DJ, Lou is also a seasoned speaker and expert in Open Innovation, focusing on mentoring, business development, and capital raising.
A leading expert in the intersection of art, technology, and business, Dr. Annette Doms is a PhD art historian with a passion for the transformative power of technology. Co-founder of Germany's first fair for digital art, UNPAINTED, Advisory Board Member of XRXplorer School. Lecturer and seasoned international keynote speaker in the field of Digital Transformation, Web3, AI and the Metaverse, for companies like Microsoft, UBS or DekaBank. As Innovation Lead at ICAA consultancy, she guides innovative future topics in digital change and has contributed to white papers and strategies for companies like Deutsche Telekom, PwC, Union Investment Bank.
Nicky Dries is Full Professor of Organizational Behavior at KU Leuven (Belgium) and BI Norwegian Business School (Norway). She leads the Future of Work Lab at KU Leuven’s Faculty of Economics, exploring how social imaginaries, media, speculative design, and emerging technologies shape the future of work. A Fulbright Scholar and internationally published researcher, Nicky has authored over 60 peer-reviewed articles, 2 books, and 20 book chapters. Her research challenges dominant narratives on technology and labor, advocating for democratic debate and worker agency. Nicky is active in public science communication, contributing to Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and public media like the VRT documentary series The Digital Dilemma. In 2021, she was selected for Belgium’s inaugural ‘40 under 40’ cohort for her societal impact. She currently serves as Associate Editor at Journal of Management, and consults on issues such as leadership, technological disruption, and the re-politicization of work.
Alicia Asín is the CEO and co-founder of Libelium, a Spanish IT company known for its innovative IoT platform, *Waspmote*. A sought-after speaker, she provides expert insights on Big Data, IoT security, and privacy, while advocating for technology’s role in democracy, transparency, and sustainability. Her work highlights IoT’s potential to drive social impact and advance the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in smart cities and precision agriculture. Libelium’s projects—ranging from climate-smart farming to e-health solutions in developing nations—have expanded its reach to over 120 countries, earning recognition as one of Spain’s "baby unicorns" by the *Financial Times*.
Asín’s accolades include being named a top IoT thought leader (2021), Spain’s National Young Entrepreneur Award (2014), and the prestigious *Rey Jaime I* Award (2017). Honored as a "Spanish with Talent," she has promoted Spain’s global prestige alongside figures like Alejandro Sanz. Her leadership continues to shape IoT innovation and social progress.
Dante is an international speaker and executive coach with over a decade of experience helping global leaders thrive in Western markets. Creator of the VOICE Performance System and a certified iPEC and NeuroChange coach, he has worked with executives from Air China, Techstars startups, and industries ranging from mining to hospitality. Dante specializes in executive public speaking, persuasion strategy, and cross-cultural leadership, helping clients master both verbal and nonverbal communication. Passionate about real-world results, he empowers leaders to pitch with impact, navigate interviews, and lead confidently in complex boardroom settings through practical frameworks and high-impact, real-time feedback.
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