Adam Frank
Professor of Physics and Astronomy · University of Rochester
Frank is a leading expert on how stars form and how they die, as well as civilizations before humans
US Space Program Space Travel Science and Religion Evolution of Stars and Planets Physics and Astronomy
David Rothenberg
Distinguished Professor · New Jersey Institute of Technology
Through writing and music, David Rothenberg explores the relationship between humans and nature.
Bird Music Humanity Musicality of Animals Human Computer Musical Interfaces Environmental Philosophy
Professor Leanne Norman
Professor · Leeds Beckett University
Professor Leanne Norman's research utilises a critical sociological lens to examine sport organisational and coaching cultures.
Qualitative Research Methods Coaching Sociology Sport Organisational Culture and Change Feminism Coaching
Kimberley Pickett
Principal and Creative Director · KIMBO Design
Creative Principal of award-winning design firm, KIMBO Design Inc., based in Vancouver, B.C.
Design Graphic Design Marketing & Advertising Marketing & Branding Online Advertising
Sudip Bhattacharjee, Ph.D.
Professor, University of Connecticut; Senior Research Fellow, US Census Bureau · University of Connecticut
Extensive research consulting experience with Fortune 100 and US govt on “Big Data” driven decision making in IT and operations.
Energy INformatics Operations Research Information Systems Economics Machine Learning Big Data
Deborah Stienstra
Professor · University of Manitoba
author, researcher, advocate, speaker on inclusion, accessibility, gender-based analysis, disability policy, and global development
Disability Rights Disability Access and Advocate Gender analysis Women International Development
Glenn Lightsey
Professor, Aerospace Engineering · Georgia Tech - COE
Glenn Lightsey is an expert in the technology of small satellites including guidance, navigation, and control systems, and satellite swarms.
Small Satellites Global Positioning Space Systems Engineering Unmanned Spacecraft
Erica Shifflet-Chila
Clinical Associate Professor of Social Work · Michigan State University
Professor Shifflet-Chila focuses on public policy, homelessness, technology, and social work.
Social Work Homelessness Public Policy Technology
Nicole Peritore, PhD
Assistant Professor · Augusta University
Nicole Peritore is an assistant professor of kinesiology in the College of Education and Human Development at Augusta University.
Food Insecurity Health Promotion Healthy Living Community Health
Shuresh Ghimire, Ph.D.
Associate Cooperative Extension Educator · University of Connecticut
Shuresh Ghimire conducts an extension education and research program in vegetable crop production and practices.
Plastic Mulch Climate Adaptation Horticulture Agricultural Sciences Biodegradable Materials
Jim Stikeleather
Chief Innovation Officer · Dell
Rev up the engines of your event and glimpse the future with Dell's Chief Innovation Officer, who explains & evaluates emerging technologies
Software Development Environments and Methods Software as A Service Product Management Process Engineering Cloud Computing
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
Lewis Perkins
Sustainability Strategist · New House LLC
Engaging Social and Environmental Responsibility Speaker
Corporate Sustainability Trends Knowledge & Insights Cradle to Cradle Product Innovation Continuous Improvement Quality Standards Sustainable Textiles & Apparel
Andrew Rohm, Ph.D.
Professor of Marketing, College of Business Administration · Loyola Marymount University
Co-Director of the M-School
Social Media Marketing New Media Consumer Acceptance of Mobile Marketing
Debanjan (Deb) Mitra, Ph.D.
Professor of Marketing · University of Connecticut
Professor Mitra is an expert in innovation and new product management, the customer experience.
Product Management Brand Strategies Marketing Strategy Product Development and Commercialization
Samsun "Sem" Lampotang
Professor/Director/M.D. · University of Florida
Dr. Samsun Lampotang's research helps improve patient safety by designing training with physical extended reality and virtual stimulators.
Mastery Learning via Virtual Coaches Patient Safety Procedural Training Simulation in Health Care Health Care Technology
Robert (B.J.) Johnson
Clinical Associate Professor of Computer Science · Loyola Marymount University
Seaver College of Science and Engineering
Computer Systems Organization Software Engineering Computer Science Database Systems Agile Development
Jeffrey Bielicki
Assistant Professor | Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geodetic Engineering | John Glenn College of Public Affairs · The Ohio State University
Energy sustainability expert, focusing on the intersection of energy, environment, economics and policy
Consequences of energy development Evolution of Energy Systems Applied Energy Energy Policy
Jagdish N. Sheth
Charles H. Kellstadt Chaired Professor of Business · Emory University, Goizueta Business School
Globally known for his scholarly contributions in consumer psychology, competitive strategy, and geopolitical analysis
Consumer Psychology Global Competitive Strategy Marketing Theory Geopolitical Analysis Emerging Markets
Robert M. DeConto
Professor of and Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences and Director of the School of Earth and Sustainability · University of Massachusetts Amherst
Rob DeConto is one of the world's leading experts on modeling polar ice sheets, sea level rise and ocean response to climate change.
Ice Sheets and Sea Level Antarctica Glaciology Climatology Earth System Modeling