Bernadeen McLeod
Owner & Principle · Mentor Works Ltd.
Expert in matching Canadian government funding opportunities to solve business challenges related to hiring, R&D, business expansion, & more
Canadian Government Funding for Businesses Organizational Development Sme Resources Strategic Planning Project Management
David Harlow
Principal · The Harlow Group LLC
Health care thought leader on the bleeding edge - Engaging speaker, expert insights
Health Reform Social Media for Regulated Industries Accountable Care Organizations Privacy and Security of Health Information Digital Health
Veronika Sonsev
CEO & Founder · inSparq
An inspirational personality in the mobile and digital technology field who is pioneering new business opportunities for women entrepreneurs
Startups and Investment Management Entrepreneurship Mobile Technology and Wireless Financial Forecasting and Planning Operations Management
Forrest W Breyfogle III
President and CEO · Smarter Solutions, Inc.
An enhanced business management system
Lean Six Sigma Voice of the Customer Scorecards Strategic Planning Predicitive Measurement System
Johannes DeYoung
Assistant Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Johannes DeYoung is an internationally recognized artist and filmmaker who works at the intersection of computational & material processes.
Animation Art Future of Work Design Cinema
LaShanda Korley
Distinguished Professor of Engineering · University of Delaware
Prof. Korley's research is focused on the plastics value chain, from synthetic design and manufacturing processes to life cycle management.
Bio-Inspired Systems Sustainable Materials Polymer Recycling and Upcycling Strategies New Fiber and Composite Manufacturing Strategies
Shayne Piasta
Associate Professor | Teaching and Learning · The Ohio State University
Expert in reading and literacy in early and middle childhood education.
Child Development Early Childhood Education Childhood Literacy Literacy Reading and Literacy
Allison Sekuler
Associate Vice President and Dean, Graduate Studies · McMaster University
Dr. Sekuler is a Professor of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour with expertise is in vision, aging, higher education, & diversity issues.
Aging Face and Object Recognition Perceptual Organization Pattern Vision Motion Perception
Peter Blacklow
President, WorldWinner and Executive Vice President, GSN Digital · GSN
Don't roll the dice with your conference speakers! Cash in with this digital gaming industry expert and mentor to internet-enabled startups
Online Gaming
Jun Yao
Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering · University of Massachusetts Amherst
Jun Yao has made international news for his discovery of how to create power from the humidity in air.
Synthesis of Nanomaterials Green Electronics Nanoelectronic Devices and Sensors Bioelectronic Interfaces and Wearable Devices Electricity from Air
Karen Clay
Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Karen Clay’s research examines the growth of the U.S. economy, including energy issues, air pollution, and the impact of climate change.
Energy Economics Public Policy Business and Economics Energy Environmental Economics
Andrea C. Johnson
Partner · Dentons Canada LLP
Lead counsel on many of the largest VC financings in Canada. Invaluable insight for startups, IPOs, technology & emerging growth companies.
Private Equity & Venture Capital Securities & Corporate Finance Tech Companies and Venture Capital Mergers & Acquisitions
Jeffrey Rummel
Associate Professor in the Practice of Information Systems & Operations Management · Emory University, Goizueta Business School
Manufacturing planning and control Project Management Service operations and strategy
Scott Yaphe
Managing Director · Schooner Capital
Scott Yaphe is an expert in private investments, focusing on opportunities in venture growth-stage companies.
Entrepeneurship Corporate Development Venture Capital Investments Private Equity
John Henson, MD
Professor of Medicine, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Pediatrics · Augusta University
Dr. Henson practices neuro-oncology in the MCG Brain Tumor Program and manages patients with neurofibromatosis and related genetic disorders
Brain Tumors Spine Tumors Neuro-Oncology Genetics Hereditary Cancer
Jared L. Cohon
University Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Jared L. Cohon has worked on large-scale water problems and on energy facility issues, especially nuclear waste.
Nuclear Waste Management Natural Resources Energy Environmental Systems Analysis Environmental Problems
Simon Medcalfe, PhD
Professor · Augusta University
Dr. Simon Medcalfe is an economist with an emphasis on sports economics, social determinants of health, and the local economy.
Community and Economic Development Sports Economics Social Determinants of Health
Ja-Naé Duane
Director of Social Media · Overdrive Interactive
Speaker; Educator; Strategist; Author: How to Start a Business w/$100 & How to Create a Revolution; Helping you change the world
Social Media Entrepreneurship Business Marketing Creative Leadership
Renée Dye
Associate Professor in the Practice of Organization & Management · Emory University, Goizueta Business School
Managerial Decision Making Corporate & Business Strategy Strategic & Business Planning
Destenie Nock
Assistant Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Destenie Nock uses mathematical modeling tools to address societal problems related to sustainability planning, energy policy and equity.
Electricity and Food Systems Decision Analysis Energy Transitions Electrical Infrastructure Engineering for Social Good