Ashraf Tantawy, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering · VCU College of Engineering
Dr. Tantawy's research focuses on AI-Enabled Cyber Physical Human Systems (CPHS), Cyber Security, and Reinforcement Learning.
Modeling and Simulation Model-Based Design Safety & Security of Cyber Physical Systems Embedded Computing Cyber Physical Systems
Erica Frantz
Assistant professor of political science · Michigan State University
Expert in dictatorships, autocratic rule, authoritarian politics, world conflict
Development Democratization Authoritarian Politics Conflict
Dr Lola Canamero
Reader in Adaptive Systems and Head of the Embodied Emotion Cognition and (inter-) action Lab · University of Hertfordshire
Lola’s work explores the emotions between humans and robots, particularly when robots are used to provide therapy or learning opportunities.
Human-Robot Interaction Artificial Intelligence Robots Robots as Therapy
John E. Speich, Ph.D.
Professor and Associate Chair, Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering · VCU College of Engineering
Engineering and program development expert with research focused on bladder biomechanics and robotics
Expert Witness Cooperative Education Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering Robotics
Heike Schroeder
Professor of Environmental Governance · University of East Anglia
She examines the international politics of climate change at global, national and regional levels.
Carbon Emissions International Politics of Climate Change Climate Change Climate Change Governance International Development
Robert Lindeman
Sleep Consultant · Robert Lindeman Sleep Consultant
Robert Lindeman is a Lay Leader at his Synagogue, Congregation Kehillath Israel.
Community Religion Volunteering Sailing Acapella
Nils Vesk
Innovation Architect · Future Thread
Innovation Architecture: Nils Vesk
Innovation Creativity Stress Marketing Ideation
Sue Metzger
Professor of the Practice, Information Systems; Faculty Director, VU Women in Tech | Villanova School of Business · Villanova University
Sue Metzger, MS, is an expert in advancing women in technology, mobile app development and entrepreneurship, and enterprise computing.
Business Advancing Women in Technology Mobile Application Development and Entrepreneurship Enterprise Computing Including the Cloud Collaborative Media
Jean-Pierre Isbouts, DLitt
Adjunct Faculty - School of Leadership Studies · Fielding Graduate University
Humanities scholar, award-winning filmmaker and best-selling National Geographic author
Music Theory Comparative Religious Studies Disruptive Technology Organizational Innovation Academic Writing
Bob Hoell
Associate Professor · Georgia Southern University
Bob Hoell is an expert in labor relations and human capital management.
Labor Relations Human Capital Management Human Resource Information Systems
Avi Savar
Founding Partner · Big Fuel
Founder and Chairman of Big Fuel. Inaugural Cannes Lions Branded Content Jury President. Sought-after industry spokesperson and author.
Branded Content Original Programming for Broadcast & Web Brand Strategy Marketing and Content Creation Social Media & Branding
Pamela Usukumah
Associate · Weil Gotshal and Manges
Business Professional in Boston, Massachusetts with interests in pro bono work, world travel, and international business.
Politics Editing Leadership Management Nonprofits
Douglas Schmidt
Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Computer Science · Vanderbilt University
Expert in mobile cloud computing, cyber-physical systems, information technology and data privacy.
Computer Science Risk and Reliability Big Data Digital Learning Cyber-Physical Systems
Alicia Walf
Senior Lecturer, Cognitive Science · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Neuroscientist with extensive research into body, brain, and mind relationships related to brain health, social cognition and emotions.
Brain Health Emotion Memory Neuroplasticity Well-Being
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
Shawn Basler
Principal · Perkins Eastman
Internationally recognized design authority, speaker whose unique vision translates business objectives into luxurious guest experiences
Hospitality Design Guest Experience Hotels and Resorts
Ilia Anastassov
Founder · Reflenz
Founder at Reflenz
Architectural Design Architectural Production Design and Illustration for Marketing Visual Communication Photography
Kathryn Libal, Ph.D.
Director, Human Rights Institute and Associate Professor, Social Work & Human Rights · University of Connecticut
Professor Libal researches human rights norms and practices, including the ability to secure adequate food and housing.
Asylum Seekers Women's Rights Refugees and resettlement Social Mobilization Refugees
Scott Hansen
Professor of Engineering Technology · Southern Utah University
Specializing in 3D drafting, engineering technology, CAD software, and vocational education
Industrial Technology Education for K-12 Electro-Mechanical Drafting 3D Drafting Autocad Engineering Technology
Mitra Fakhrashrafi
Curator and Mixed Media Artist · Middlebrook Prize Winners
Mitra Fakhrashrafi (she/her) is an independent curator and mixed media artist indebted to border abolition organizing.
Borderlands Placemaking Geography Street Art Curation