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Eric Pace is Head of Artificial Intelligence at Cox Communications, where he oversees AI governance, strategy, and implementation to deliver measurable business impact. With over 20 years of experience in digital leadership and transformation, Eric brings expertise in scaling AI across large organizations and driving customer-centric innovation in the media and communications industry.

Shivanku (Shiv) Misra is Global Head of Technology - Data, AI & Emerging Tech at Marriott. A seasoned digital and data executive with over 20 years of experience, Shiv leads enterprise-wide AI and data science initiatives that have delivered $3.5B+ in measurable business impact. His expertise spans advanced analytics, machine learning, and digital transformation across Fortune-50 organizations.

Noelle Russell is a multi-award-winning TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and AI Executive who specializes in transforming businesses through delivering responsible AI solutions that scale. She is a revenue growth and cost optimization expert, 5x Microsoft AI MVP, and named the #1 Agentic AI Leader in 2025. She has taught over 3.4 million learners on LinkedIn and has led teams at NPR, Microsoft, IBM, AWS, and Amazon Alexa. She is the founder of the AI Leadership Institute and the "I __ AI" Community, teaching responsible AI for everyone.

Natalie Buda Smith is Director of Digital Strategy at the Library of Congress, where she leads AI, innovation, and digital transformation for one of the world's largest and most visited institutions. With over 30 years of experience in digital transformation, data insights, and user-centered design, she has built large teams at NavigationArts, IBM, and the Library of Congress UMD College of Information, with work spanning the U.S., Europe, and India.

Ravi Prakash Singh is Director of AI & Data Science at Asurion, where he leads advanced analytics and generative AI initiatives. With a Master's degree in Analytics from Georgia Tech and over 15 years of experience in machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing, Ravi specializes in leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to transform customer experiences and drive operational efficiency across messaging and voice channels.

Ramesh Sepehrrad, Ph.D., is Vice President of Data Governance, Privacy & AI Risk at Navy Federal Credit Union. A scholar-practitioner and technology executive with over 20 years of leadership experience across public, private, and academic sectors, Ramesh specializes in enterprise risk, cyber resilience, governance, and responsible innovation. He holds a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University.

Justin Fanelli is Chief Technology Officer at the U.S. Department of the Navy and Technical Director of PEO Digital, where he focuses on measurably improving technology-driven mission outcomes. A former DARPA Service Chiefs Fellow, he holds degrees from Penn State and the University of Pennsylvania, and is a Senior Executive Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School. He teaches graduate courses at Georgetown University and advises both ARPA-H and the NIST AI Safety Institute.

Keith Forsythe is Chief Technology Officer at NORTH, a global leader in payments, where he drives technology strategy and innovation across large-scale commerce and financial systems. Prior to NORTH, Keith held senior leadership roles at Meta and Capital One, where he worked at the forefront of platform scale, data, and customer-centric technology. His experience spans high-growth consumer platforms and complex financial infrastructure.

A longtime ecosystem builder, Pete has spent over two decades creating the platforms and gatherings that connect technology innovators with enterprise buyers. He founded Modev to power emerging-tech communities, created the VOICE Summit — the world's largest voice AI conference — and now leads the AGENTIC AI Summit series. Pete's work focuses on turning conversation into execution — bringing together the right people, ideas, and opportunities to move markets forward.

Jason Michael Perry is the Founder of PerryLabs and host of Thoughts on Tech & Things, a podcast on how emerging technologies move from concept to real-world impact. He works with organizations to define strategy and implement AI, robotics, and quantum computing, drawing on more than two decades of experience across Fortune 50 companies, government agencies, and startups. In 2025, he released The AI Evolution, a guide for organizations implementing AI and navigating the Chief AI Officer role.

Monique Mellini is Founder of VOXVERSA, where she builds innovative voice and AI-powered experiences that transform how brands and users interact. She focuses on leveraging conversational technologies to create scalable, human-centered solutions across industries. Monique brings a strong background in voice, emerging tech, and digital innovation, helping organizations adopt and operationalize next-generation interfaces.

Susan Sly is Co-Founder of The Pause, a platform dedicated to supporting women through menopause with science-backed education, community, and solutions. Through The Pause, she is helping redefine how menopause is understood, addressed, and integrated into conversations around health, performance, and leadership. A serial entrepreneur, author, and speaker, Susan has built multiple successful companies and is known for her work in business growth, human performance, and resilience. She brings a unique perspective to the intersection of women's health, leadership, and longevity — advocating for greater awareness and support for women navigating midlife transitions.

Roya Kandalan is Adjunct Professor of AI at Northeastern University, where she teaches applied artificial intelligence and helps prepare the next generation of practitioners to build real-world AI systems. Her work focuses on practical implementation of AI, including areas such as retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and modern machine learning applications. Roya brings a hands-on, industry-informed perspective to both education and enterprise use of AI, bridging theory and deployment.

Kat Khosrowyar is Associate Director of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs at the American Chemistry Council and a Next-Gen Global Leader with the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition. With a background spanning international business development, policy research, and partnership strategy, she holds a Master of Arts in Global Affairs from Rice University and a Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from the University of Birmingham.

Uvika Sharma is Managing Partner of INTLDA, an AI advisory firm specializing in responsible AI adoption, governance, and strategy. With 20+ years of experience across enterprise, startups, and government, she helps leaders cut through the hype, assess readiness, and implement AI with the right guardrails. A sought-after speaker and facilitator, Uvika has contributed to global forums including CES, Cornell Tech, Columbia University, WorldEF Dubai, and the GovAI Summit. She holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Stony Brook University and an MBA from Cornell, advises startups through Cornell Tech and Harvard Business School programs, and is co-founder of Asian Women Advancing AI (AWAAI).

Scott Lock is Co-Founder and CEO of InfernoRed Technology, a Virginia-based software development firm building cutting-edge solutions for the world's most influential organizations. With 30+ years of hands-on development experience, Scott leads a team of senior engineers delivering web, mobile, cloud, and AI-first software for clients including Microsoft, Discovery Communications, Upper Deck, and NPR. Scott co-founded the Capital Area .NET Users Group and remains a leading voice in the DC software community. Outside of tech, Scott is the Co-Founder of SteelCuda Cards and a passionate sports memorabilia collector.

Gillian Eiserman is a Conversation Designer at General Motors, where she designs AI-driven voice and conversational experiences that enhance how customers interact with vehicles and digital services. She specializes in translating complex systems into intuitive, human-centered interactions.

Sze Wong is a serial entrepreneur, inventor, and venture investor with a track record of building and scaling enterprise technology companies. He is the creator of iFormBuilder, a pioneering mobile data platform trusted by Fortune 500 companies and one of the first apps to achieve HIPAA compliance on the Apple App Store. With 7 U.S. patents in data and security, Sze has led innovation across companies including Sun Microsystems, Nextel, and Shell. Today, as a venture investor at Zenith Venture Studio, he supports the next generation of founders building impactful digital solutions.

Andrew Craig is Senior Product Manager, Agentic AI at General Motors, where he leads the development of intelligent, autonomous systems that enhance in-vehicle and digital experiences. He focuses on bringing agentic AI capabilities into production — bridging advanced models with real-world applications at scale.

Caitlin Brosseau is Global Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy at Tripadvisor, where she leads global engagement with policymakers on issues affecting internet platforms, competition, and the digital travel ecosystem. With more than two decades of experience in government and public affairs, she brings deep expertise at the intersection of technology, regulation, and advocacy. Caitlin is also the immediate-past Board Chair of Internet Works, where she led the organization's evolution from an informal coalition into a leading trade association representing 'middle tech' companies in U.S. policy debates. Previously, she led public policy and government relations at Pandora Media and held senior roles at eBay, shaping policy strategies on key digital economy issues. She began her career on Capitol Hill as a staffer to Senator Kent Conrad.

Vineet Mahajan is the Chief Technology Officer at U.S. News & World Report, where he leads the company's technology strategy, platform modernization, and AI-driven product innovation. He is responsible for scaling the infrastructure and data systems that power one of the most trusted sources for rankings, consumer guidance, and decision support across education, healthcare, and finance. With deep expertise in cloud architecture, data platforms, and enterprise AI adoption, Vineet has a track record of transforming legacy systems into high-performance, digital-first ecosystems. His work focuses on leveraging machine learning, personalization, and intelligent automation to deliver more relevant, real-time insights to millions of users.

Min Xu is Senior Principal Security Architect at Navy Federal Credit Union, where he focuses on securing AI and digital systems at one of the nation's largest member-owned financial institutions. His work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and trust — ensuring that AI models, data pipelines, and member-facing systems are resilient against emerging threats. With deep expertise in AI risk mitigation, model security, and adversarial defense, Min works on safeguarding machine learning systems from exploitation while maintaining performance and scalability. His experience spans detection of model vulnerabilities, protection of training data, and the implementation of secure AI architectures in regulated, high-trust environments.

Diane Xu is Senior Director of Engineering at Rocket Mortgage, where she leads high-performing engineering teams focused on building scalable, customer-centric digital platforms in one of the most competitive sectors in financial services. She is responsible for driving platform reliability, modern architecture, and the integration of AI-driven capabilities across the mortgage lifecycle. With a strong background in distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and data-driven product development, Diane has led initiatives that streamline complex workflows, improve decisioning speed, and enhance the end-to-end user experience for both customers and internal operators. Her work emphasizes practical application of AI and automation to increase efficiency, reduce friction, and enable faster, more accurate financial outcomes.

As Founder & CEO of Orchestro.AI, Shekhar Natarajan is driving the transformation of global logistics through pioneering AI solutions. His career includes leading operational overhauls at Fortune 500 companies such as Target, Walmart, and Disney, reinforcing his belief in technology's ability to reshape supply chains. Today, he is focused on building Vertical AI to optimize and elevate every facet of the supply chain.

Dr. Beju Rao is the Founder and CEO of Amruta Inc., where he leads the creation of the world's first operating system for AI-augmented work — enabling safe, explainable, governed collaboration between humans and AI. He brings more than three decades of experience in enterprise transformation. At Amruta, he pioneered Workflow DNA, Governed AI Coworker Blueprints, and an AI Coworker Supply Chain that helps organizations industrialize AI-enabled workflows at scale. He also serves as a statewide advisor on AI education and workforce readiness, shaping curriculum and hands-on learning programs across Virginia. Dr. Rao is widely recognized for advancing responsible, human-centered AI adoption across industries, agencies, institutions, and the future workforce.

Tiarne Hawkins is the Co-Founder and CTO of Optica Labs, an AI Security and Assurance company helping organizations deploy AI safely, responsibly, and at scale. She specializes in AI governance, model evaluation, agentic workflows, enterprise AI enablement, and production readiness across high-risk AI systems. Over the past decade, Tiarne has supported leading AI and enterprise organizations including OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, NVIDIA, and Meta. Her work focuses on helping enterprises operationalize AI securely while continuously managing risk and governance. She is also the host of the You & AI podcast and author of the forthcoming 2026 book, The Negotiation: AI, Power, and What It Means to Stay Human.

Luis de la Rosa is Director of Engineering at Cvent, where he leads engineering teams focused on building and continuously improving software platforms and digital experiences at scale. With more than 25 years of professional software development experience, Luis combines deep technical expertise with a passion for leadership, mentorship, and helping teams perform at their best. Beyond enterprise engineering, Luis is an active contributor to the broader developer community. He regularly speaks at industry events, organizes meetups and conferences, and shares knowledge through platforms like Stack Overflow. A lifelong builder and technologist, he enjoys creating both software and hardware projects using coding, 3D printing, and electronics tools.

Manny Singla is Deputy CEO of Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network and a seasoned healthcare technology leader with extensive experience managing enterprise-wide healthcare information systems and Electronic Health Records (EHR) implementations. His work focuses on aligning technology, operations, and business strategy to improve healthcare delivery, organizational performance, and patient outcomes. Manny specializes in healthcare systems integration, business process transformation, data modeling, workflow optimization, and large-scale technology implementation across complex healthcare environments. Known for translating strategic business goals into actionable operational plans, Manny brings deep expertise in healthcare innovation, systems transformation, and enterprise technology leadership within fast-moving and highly regulated environments.

Renée Cummings is a global AI governance leader, award-winning AI ethicist, and Professor of Practice at the University of Virginia’s School of Data Science. As UVA’s inaugural Data Activist-in-Residence, she works to ensure AI systems advance human potential by empowering people rather than exploiting them.

A leading voice in responsible, safe, and trustworthy AI, Renée specializes in AI governance, geopolitics, and innovation. She serves as a Nonresident Senior Fellow at The Brookings Institution and Co-Director of the AI Equity Lab, where she helps shape global standards for responsible AI. She has also contributed to the World Economic Forum’s Data Equity Council and Global AI Governance Alliance.

Her interdisciplinary expertise spans AI ethics, criminal justice reform, terrorism studies, risk management, and public interest technology. A former Co-Director of the Public Interest Technology University Network (PIT-UN) at UVA, she is dedicated to preparing civic-minded technologists to build AI for the public good.

Recognized among the Top 100 Women in AI Ethics, Renée is a compelling storyteller who translates complex technical concepts into actionable insights. Through interdisciplinary leadership and global collaboration, she champions AI that is ethical, inclusive, and designed to advance equity, justice, and human flourishing.

Swarnamalya Mohan is a Senior Full Stack Developer at FedEx, focused on building scalable enterprise applications and intelligent technology solutions for logistics operations. She has experience across full-stack development, distributed systems, cloud technologies, and AI-driven applications, and is passionate about designing practical solutions that improve efficiency and user experience.

Lisa Cameron is a strategic advisor, non-executive director, and internationally recognized leader in digital assets, emerging technologies, and public policy. A former UK Parliamentarian (2015–2024), she chaired the House of Commons Digital Assets & Cryptocurrency All-Party Parliamentary Group and led the parliamentary inquiry into the UK's potential as a global cryptocurrency hub.

Lisa is the founder of the UKUS Crypto Alliance and the Global Legislators Forum on Digital Assets, bringing together policymakers from around the world to advance responsible innovation. A sought-after keynote speaker, she regularly addresses international audiences across the UK, US, Europe, the Middle East, and Switzerland. She is also a passionate advocate for financial and disability inclusion and has been recognized as the UK's leading Digital Parliamentarian and a two-time MP of the Year

Samuel Runner is an IT Manager at TechSource, Inc., supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Project Management. He specializes in improving operational efficiency, cybersecurity, asset management, and IT service delivery through pragmatic, customer-focused solutions. His accomplishments include repurposing existing equipment to achieve significant cost savings, automating critical security audits, accelerating issue resolution from months to hours, and restoring confidence in asset inventory processes during a period of transition.

Mission-anchored, ethically minded, and operationally disciplined, Samuel emphasizes clear documentation, continuity, and practical recommendations that deliver lasting results. He holds a background in Computer Science with a focus on cybersecurity and engineering physics, bringing an interdisciplinary approach to solving complex technical and operational challenges.