Ray Toal

Professor of Computer Science · Loyola Marymount University

Seaver College of Science and Engineering

Computer Science Programming Languages Compilers and Interpreters Software Architecture Database Systems

Peter McLean

Managing Director · Lamplighter Performance Consulting

The world's only expert in professional giftedness - a dynamic, interactive and inspiring speaker.

Leadership Talent Public Speaking Performance Expertise

Kristel Manes

Mentor | CBASE · Innovation Guelph

A master networker, Kristel connects IG's dots to the people, programs and events that help us and our clients grow.

Business Planning Entrepreneurship Program Management Executive Management Sales Management

Alana Abramson

Faculty, Department of Criminology · Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Alana is a passionate educator, trainer, and transformative justice advocate.

Restorative Justice Transformative justice Curriculum Development Mediation in Conflict Resolution Prison justice

Rodrigo Vargas

Professor, Ecosystem Ecology and Environmental Change · University of Delaware

Prof. Vargas’ work focuses on global environmental change, nature-based solutions, and environmental data science.

Climate Change Environmental Data Science Blue Carbon Nature-based Solutions Soil-Water-Plant-Atmosphere

Deborah Reisdorph, Esq.

Executive Director · BARE Bully Awareness Resistance Education, Inc.

Passionate Discrimination/Harassment Attorney speaks about Bully Resistance strategies with students, parents, teachers and youth of all

Cyberbullying Bully Resistance Strategies Leadership Social Media Professional Development

Hans M. Hirschi

Founder & Partner · Yāree AB

Exceptional personality with a passion for communication, leadership, learning & development across cultures

Common Sense Communication Cross-Cultural Learning Development

Tyler Knowlton

Chief Public Engagement Strategist · Office of Policy and Priorities

Connecting people, capturing ideas and challenging the status quo in a digital world

International E-Collaboration Open Policy Development Public Engagement

Patricia G. Martínez, Ph.D.

Professor of Management, College of Business Administration · Loyola Marymount University

Human Resources Management HR Practices as Signals About Employment Conditions Recruitment & Selection Effects of Perceived Overqualification on Hiring Decisions Paternalism in Employment Relationships and Leadership Styles

Aaron Mendelsohn

Senior Lecturer of Screenwriting · Loyola Marymount University

Lecturer, Professional Freelance Write, and Content Consultant

Film & Television Development Ancillary Markets & Content Migration Public Relations & Promotion Social Media Strategies Marketing Strategies

Deborah O'Dell

Professor of Biology · University of Mary Washington

Dr. O'Dell performs research into how bees use magnetic fields to orient themselves.

Biology Neuroscience Magnetic Orientation in Animals Developmental Neurobiology Alzheimer's Disease

Terri Giosia

Corporate Trainer, Keynote Speaker, Business Coach · Freelance/Contractual

How "F.A.R. do you want to go? (focus, action, results)

Wellbeing and Balance Coaching & Leadership Career & Personal Succees Empowerement Corporate Wellness

Anna Esselment

Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science · University of Waterloo

Anna Esselment research interests include Canadian institutions, campaigns and elections, and intergovernmental relations.

Canadian Politics Partisanship Political Parties Campaigns Canadian Institutions

Steven G. Kinsey, Ph.D.

Professor, Director, Center for Advancement in Managing Pain · University of Connecticut

Steven G. Kinsey is an educator and researcher with specialized training in pain, immunology, and behavioral pharmacology.

Pain Management Substance Use Disorders Chronic Pain Cannabinoids Anxiety

Dr Chris Till

Reader · Leeds Beckett

Chris Till teaches core and specialist modules on social theory, technologies and health.

Corporate Wellness Music Streaming Veganism Self-tracking Financialization

Miriam Capretz

Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering · Western University

Professor of Software Engineering at Western University who conducts research in energy management, smart buildings and online advertising.

Software Engineering – Architecture & Design Methodologies. Software Development Lifecycle. Software Research Graduate Education Teaching in Software Engineering Software Development

William Whittaker

Founders University Research Professor · Carnegie Mellon University

A field robotics pioneer, William "Red" Whittaker's research interests centers on mobile robots in unpredictable environments.

Multisensor Data Fusion Robotics in Hazerdous Application Industrial Robotics Field & Service Robotics Outdoor Mobile Robots

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

Viviane Yargeau

Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering · McGill University

Yargeau's research focuses on the protection of water resources, wastewater treatment and monitoring of wastewater quality and contaminants.

Ecotoxicology Chemical Pollutants Chemical Engineering Environmental Engineering Environment

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