Kristin Joys

Director/Lecturer · University of Florida

Kristin Joys is an impact strategist who has spent 25 years educating and empowering changemakers.

Societal Impact Leaders Social Entrepreneurship Sustainability Strategic Impact Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Jess Joss

Executive Director · York Angel Investors

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Anjana Susarla

Omura-Saxena Professor in Responsible AI · Michigan State University

Anjana Susarla's research includes the economics of information systems, social media analytics and economics of artificial intelligence.

Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) Digital Transformation Social Media Analytics Machine Learning Causal Inference

Laurel Collins

Instructor in Political Sociology, Social Justice Studies, and the Sociology and Gender · University of Victoria

Publishes/presents on social movements, violence against women, civil liberties and anti-terrorism, electoral reform, and education.

Social & Political Philosophy Social Movements Social Movements and Collective Behaviour Political Activism Social movements and protest mobilization

Peter Ricchiuti

Senior Professor of Practice · Tulane University

Professor Ricchiuti is an expert in finance, investments, valuation, equity research, financial modeling and financial analysis.

Stock Market and Investments Financial Analysis Research Valuation Finance

Erica Cochran Hameen

Assistant Professor · Carnegie Mellon University

Erica Cochran Hameen's architectural experience includes over 50 educational, media and broadcast, community, and transportation facilities.

Building Performance & Diagnostics Sustainability Energy Ethics Sustainable Design

Nkwuka Chiedu

Head (Engineering) · Theokaris Technology Services Limited

Exponential Technologies Champion. Tech Entrepreneur. Lifehacker. Lifelong Learner. #NewnessBeckons

Networking Leadership Technology Contextual Computing Hardware Diagnostics and Repairs

Sarah Applebaum

Director of Pangaea Spark · Pangaea Ventures

Investing in early stage materials, chemistry, and biology technology companies.

Seed-stage investing Startups Cleantech Hard-tech Investing Venture Capital

Marcus Crews, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship and Strategy, College of Business Administration · Loyola Marymount University

Microfoundations Entrepreneurial Cognition Strategic Cognition

JB Kurish

Professor in the Practice of Finance · Emory University, Goizueta Business School

Economist and ex-investment banker with experience in linking financial markets with the impacts of local, state, and national policies

Financial Markets Investment Banking State and Local Government Financing Social Entrepreneurship and Impact Investing New Venture Financing

Nicholas Valerio

Professor in the Practice of Finance · Emory University, Goizueta Business School

Financial Markets Financial Asset Pricing Investment Management Quantitative Equity Investing Derivative Financial Assets

Ray Charles

CSO · The KIIP Group

Thought leader that challenges and engenders transformational leadership with an end game of investing in the most valued asset - People.

Investing in People Capital Business Ethics

Tim Brodhead

Senior Fellow (SiG National) · Social Innovation Generation (SiG)

A non-profit pioneer who continues working to create a more resilient society by enhancing inclusion, sustainability, and social innovation

Philanthropy Non-Profit Management Social Innovation Social Finance Sustainability

Russell Sarder

Author, Entrepreneur, and CEO of Learning · NetCom Learning

Russell Sarder, CEO, author, and business magnate, is a frequent speaker on topics of learning, culture, and business management.

Leadership Development Entrepreneurship Investing in New Business Strategy Development Team Building

Nathaniel Whittemore

Principal · Learn Capital

Venture Capitalist, Entrepreneur, and Writer focused on startups and social impact.

Social Entrepreneurship Venture Investing and Startups Education Technology

Tom Deans

Full-time Professional Speaker · Detente Financial Press

Full-time Award-Winning Professional Speaker: 500+ Paid Speaking Engagements in 14 Countries. Family Business and Wealth Transfer Expert

Michael Scullin, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience · Baylor University

Professor Scullin’s research investigates how sleep physiology impacts memory, education, health, and aging.

Neuroscience Sleep Physiology Cognitive Neuroscience Sleep Neuroscience and Cognition Psychology

Daniel J. Sawaya

Co-Founder & Chairman · Trajectory Brands Inc.

Can-Do, And How! Domestic & international business experience ensures the trajectory is always toward business innovation and brand success

Brand Development and Management Marketing Strategies Ecommerce Venture Capital & Private Equity Investing

Bryan Watson

Partner · Flow Ventures

Accomplished Venture and Angel Capital Investment, Entrepreneurship and Funding Industry Professional

Angel Investing in Canada Venture Capital & Private Equity Investing Government Funding Tax Credits Commercialization of Innovation

Marybeth Shinn

Cornelius Vanderbilt Chair, Department of Human and Organizational Development · Vanderbilt University

Expert in how to prevent and end homelessness

Affordable Housing Social Exclusion Homelessness Poverty