Milos Manic, Ph.D.
Professor of Computer Science · VCU College of Engineering
Milos Manic, Ph.D., FIEEE., is director of VCU's Cybersecurity Center and an expert in cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection.
Computational Intelligence Techniques (Machine Learning) with Applications in Energy Cybersecurity and Human Machine Interfaces Software Defined Networks Fuzzy Neural Data Mining Techniques Energy Security Human-machine Interfaces
Joshua Voss, Ph.D.
Associate Research Professor · Florida Atlantic University
Joshua Voss's areas of interest include coral reef ecology, coral health and disease, molecular ecology, marine conservation and management.
Coral Health and Disease Coral Reef Ecosystems Marine Conservation Molecular Ecology Coral Reef Ecology
Karen Melton, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Child and Family Studies · Baylor University
Her research focuses on positive family leisure experiences that enhance child development and family relations.
Program Effectiveness Intentional Family Family Finances Decison-making Family Time
Molly Nation, Ph.D.
Expert in environmental education · Florida Gulf Coast University
Molly Nation explores environmental issues within formal education settings.
Environmental Change Environmental Education Nature-based Solutions Translational Climate Climate Policy
Aaron Young
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering · Georgia Tech - COE
Aaron Young is an expert in powered orthotic and prosthetic control systems for persons with stroke, neurological injury or amputation.
Robotic Mobility Enhancement Myoelectric Control Biological Signal Processing Machine Learning Assistive Devices
A.R. Siders
Director, Climate Change Science & Policy Hub | Core Faculty, Disaster Research Center | Associate Professor, Biden School of Public Policy and Administration & Department of Geography & Spatial Sciences · University of Delaware
Prof. Siders' research focuses on climate change adaptation policies with an emphasis on relocation and fairness in adaptation.
Flood Exposure & Resilience Climate & Disaster Study Managed Retreat Environmental Justice Climate-related Hazards
Joshua Cowen
Associate Professor of Teacher Education · Michigan State University
Joshua Cowen's current research focuses on teacher quality, student and teacher mobility, program evaluation and education policy.
Educational Policy K-12 Administration Statistics, Psychometrics, and Research Design Teacher Education, Learning, and Policy
Harry Groenevelt
Associate Professor of Operations Management · University of Rochester
Harry Groenevelt uses his expertise in operations management to solve problems for manufacturing and service organizations.
Quality Management and Analytics Logistic and Supply Chain Management Health Care Operations Service System Management and Design
Jasna Jankovic, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Materials Science & Engineering · University of Connecticut
Prof. Jasna Jankovic is an expert in the development of advanced imaging and spectroscopy, fuel cells and industrial collaborations.
Industrial Collaborations Fuel Cells Development and application of advanced imaging and spectroscopy techniques 3D material design and imaging Advanced Nanomaterials for Clean Energy
Paul Hanson
Founder and CEO, bbotx Inc.
Founder and CEO, bbotx Inc.
Applied Technology Startups International Business and Sales Large Scale System Design and Sales Deal Making
Rodger Pardee
Professor and Chair of Recording Arts · Loyola Marymount University
School of Film and Television
Recording Arts Sound Effects Editing and Design Film Production Digital Sound Editing for Film Post-Production Sound
Rafiqul Noorani
Professor of Mechanical Engineering · Loyola Marymount University
Seaver College of Science and Engineering
Rapid Prototyping Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Nanotechnology
John Dedrick, Ph.D.
Faculty Fellow - School of Leadership Studies · Fielding Graduate University
Deliberative politics; Political and social theory; Public policy; Civic engagement; Teaching innovations.
Research design and qualitative methods Political and social theory Civil Society American philanthropy American Politics
David Y. Choi, Ph.D.
Conrad N. Hilton Chair of Entrepreneurship, College of Business Administration · Loyola Marymount University
Director, Fred Kiesner Center for Entrepreneurship
Financing of Entrepreneurial Companies Entrepreneurship Business Management Job Creation Small Business
Mark Seifert
Partner, Washington, D.C. · Brunswick Group
Mark Seifert offers insights and practical advice to clients addressing complex privacy issues.
Telecommuncations Media Relations Cyber Security Telecommunications Privacy and Data Management
Philippa White
Founder and CEO · TIE Leadership
I’m passionate about helping businesses become more human.
Power of Business and Leadership Leadership Leadership Development Purpose Sustainability
Carsten K. Rath
Keynote Speaker · CKR Service Excellence Akademie
Keynote Speaker, Service Excellence Expert, Founder & CEO bei LH&E Lifestyle Hospitality & Entertainment Management AG
Service Leadership Branding
Chip Ferguson
Professor · Western Carolina University
Chip Ferguson, individually, with students and other faculty, has completed over 15 significant research projects and patents applications.
New Product Design and Development Strengths of Materials Engineering Fundamentals Engineering Graphics 3D Constraint-Based Computer Modeling
Gary Brose
President · Small Biz Sherpa.com
Story telling and inspiring business owner discusses Corporate Culture and Motivating Employees.
Motivating Employees for Higher Productivity Designing Incentive Based Compensation Programs Changing Your Corporate Culture
Travis S. LaBlanc, P.E.
Senior Hydrology/Hydraulics Engineer · Global Water Experts
Hydraulic Structures Design and Construction
Stormwater Containment/Diversion Channel Design & Construction Spillway Drop Structure Design & Construction Discharge Piping Design & Construction Utility Relocation/Corridor Design & Construction Mine Waste/Industrial Structures Remediation Design & Construction