Ethan Zuckerman
Associate Professor of Public Policy, Communication and Information · University of Massachusetts Amherst
Ethan Zuckerman's work focuses on building alternatives to the commercial internet.
Social Media Governance Technology and Social Change Digital Public Infrastructure Online Community Governance Social Media
Bert Sandie
Director, Technical Excellence · Electronic Arts, Inc.
Bert Sandie is a key contributor to Electronic Arts (EA) dynamic culture. His technical and leadership background in the high-tech industry
Collaboration in the Digital Workplace Knowledge Workers Social Informal and Formal Learning Video Game Industry
Felicia Pratto, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychological Sciences · University of Connecticut
Psychology expert, specializing in race and sex discrimination and intergroup dynamics
Terrorism and counter-terrorism Xenophobia Prejudice, tace- and sex- discrimination in hiring Homophobia Violations of International Humanitarian Law in war-time
Corissa St. Laurent
Director, Regional Development · Constant Contact, Inc.
Constant Contact Regional Director, Northwest | Small Business Marketing Expert
Social Media Marketing Event Marketing Email Marketing Engagement Marketing Small Business Development
Tom Miale
Director, Multimedia Engagement · PR Newswire
Seasoned digital media professional experienced in all aspects of the industry from management to sales, production & product development.
Social Media Marketing Pr Communications & Strategies Digital Video Blogging Multimedia Communications
Kathleen M. Carley
Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Kathleen M. Carley's research combines cognitive science and computer science to address complex social and organizational problems.
Dynamic Network Analysis Cognitive Science Cybersecurity and Privacy Computer Science Social Networks
Tai Goodwin
Owner and Collaborative Catalyst · Launchology 101
Purpose, Passion and Practical Action!
Entrepreneurship Social Media Women Small Business Social Networking
Tim Moore
CEO · CrushIQ
Hype is dead! I teach businesses how to specifically create better customer experiences while competing for greater mind & market share.
Social Media Marketing Digital Business The Connected Consumer Google+ for Business
Rayid Ghani
Distinguished Career Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
Rayid Ghani is a reformed computer scientist who wants to increase the use of large-scale Machine Learning in solving large public policy.
Predictive Analytics Machine Learning Ethics Public Policy Information Systems
Anne Oeldorf-Hirsch, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor · University of Connecticut
Dr. Oeldorf-Hirsch's research focuses on information sharing on social media, particularly in the areas of news, science, and well-being.
Science Communication News Engagement Computer-mediated communication Communication Technology Social Media
Professor Karl Spracklen
Director of Research · Leeds Beckett University
Professor Karl Spracklen has written extensively on music, identity, and culture, with interests in alternativity and marginalisation.
Nationalism and Identity in Music Leisure and Diaspora Sociology Music Racism
Jim Long
Principal and Founder, Verge New Media; NBC News Media Disruptor/Content Creator · Verge New Media
Cooking instructions: Add one part new media soul with one part old media body, stir gently, and enjoy a media disruptor / content creator!
Social Media Journalism New Media Technology & Tools Digital Media Strategies Social Media and Brand Management Emerging Technologies
Four Arrows (Wahinkpe Topa) AKA Don Trent Jacobs, Ph.D., Ed.D.
Doctoral Faculty - School of Leadership Studies · Fielding Graduate University
Sustainability; counter-hegemonic education; social justice; contrasting Indigenous ways of knowing with Western ones
Counter-Hegemonic Education Peace and Justice Studies Ecological Justice Indigenous Studies Indigenous Ways of Knowing
Holly Oxhandler, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development, Associate Professor, Diana R. Garland School of Social Work · Baylor University
Oxhandler studies how to ethically & effectively assess and discuss clients’ religion/spirituality within health and mental health treatment
Religion and Social Work Religion and Spirituality in Clinical Practice Evidence-Based Practice Process Scale Development Mental Health (primarily Anxiety and Depression)
Philip Patston
Managing Director · Diversity New Zealand Ltd
Leading diversity, creating change
Strategy Diversity Leadership Social Change Executive Mentoring
Bruce Burke
President & Founder · Gulf Bay Consulting
Exploring the convergence of social media, mobile connectivity and payments technology.
Social Media Marketing Brand Development Mobile Technologies Mobile Connectivity Technologies Marketing Communications & Content Development
Richard Arum
Professor of Education and Sociology · UC Irvine
Richard Arum's research is focused on education, social stratification and formal organizations.
Social Stratification Legal and Institutional Environments of Schools Digital Education
Geno Church
Word of Mouth Inspiration Officer · Brains on Fire
No passion, no conversation. No conversation, no word of mouth. No word of mouth, no successful business.
Word of Mouth Marketing Content Strategy Social Media Strategies Creative Direction Marketing Strategy
Nilanjana Buju Dasgupta
Provost Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences and Director of the Institute of Diversity Sciences · University of Massachusetts Amherst
Nilanjana "Buju" Dasgupta studies how implicit or unconscious bias influences people’s first impressions and behavior toward others.
Women in STEM Implicit Bias STEM Education Social Identity Stereotypes
Michael Pranikoff
Global Director, Emerging Media · PR Newswire
Speaks on technology trends shaping the future of media and public relations
Social Media Marketing Multimedia Marketing SEO Search Engine Marketing Multimedia Communications