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< Back To Speakers Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda Educator | Change Maker | Founder | Urbanist | Author Contact For Booking Dr. Pineda is an inspiring and transformative speaker, change-maker, and globally recognized scholar on inclusive smart cities. He is a two-time US presidential appointee serving three administrations in the US Federal Government. He's also a senior advisor to governments (Dubai, Amsterdam, Bangkok, Qatar) and Fortune 500 companies on innovation, resilience, and inclusive design. Dr Pineda helped negotiate agreements, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the UN Habitat's New Urban Agenda, and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Dr. Pineda directs the Inclusive Cities Lab at UC Berkeley, and is the Executive Chairman of the Victor Pineda Foundation / World Enabled. He's founded the Global Network for Disability Inclusive and Accessible Urban Development and the Cities for All Global Initiative. Dr. Pineda holds a Ph.D. in Urban Planning from UCLA's Luskin School for Public Affairs. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Unseen Horizons: A Changemaker's Tale of Triumph and Transformation • Rise Above: A Journey from Adversity to Community • Unseen to Unstoppable: My Journey as a Global Advocate for Inclusion • Embracing the Challenge: The Pursuit of Inclusion and Equality • Unyielding Spirit: Striving for a Better World • The Power of Courage: Harnessing Inner Strength in Times of Uncertainty • Awakening the Changemaker Within: A Personal Manifesto for Social Transformation • Courage to Dream: A Testament to Vision, Fearlessness, and the Unstoppable Human Spirit • Smart Cities 3.0: Innovating for Inclusion with Artificial Intelligence • Embrace the Courage to Dream: Mastering Fearlessness for a More Fulfilling Life

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< Back To Speakers Dustin Tavella Inspirational | Magical | Life-Changing Contact For Booking In 2018, Tavella began performing magic professionally. In 2021, he auditioned for season sixteen of America's Got Talent. He made it to the finals, performed with Mat Franco and Rico Rodriguez, and consequently won on September 15, 2021. Beating out nine finalists for the million dollar grand prize, Tavella is the third magician to win the show, after Franco and Shin Lim. In 2022, Tavella began headlining America's Got Talent Live, at the Luxor Las Vegas on the Strip. His own magic show, Here Comes Trouble, incorporates his musical talent. In August 2022, Tavella performed during the first live season 17 Qualifier Results Show, alongside Sofía Vergara and assisted by Sarah Hyland. KEYNOTE TOPICS • True Leadership • True Connection • True Change

< Back To Speakers Cathy Hackl Tech & Gaming Exec | Tech Futurist, Known in Tech Circles as the Godmother of the Metaverse Spatial Computing & AI Pioneer | CEO of Future Dynamics | Author Contact For Booking Cathy Hackl, widely known as the “Godmother of the Metaverse,” is a globally recognized tech and gaming executive and futurist who's been shaping what comes next at the intersection of AI, spatial computing, smart glasses, gaming, robotics and intelligent agentic systems for over a decade. She is the CEO of Future Dynamics, Co-Founder of Journey, Futurist-in-Residence at Nokia, and an External Advisor to BCG’s Frontier Tech Group. Living and working between Washington, D.C. and Dubai, she advises global leaders on navigating the post-LLM era and the shift toward spatial, physical and embodied AI. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Beyond LLMs: The Shift to Spatial AI, World Models, and Embodied Intelligence • Beyond Generative AI: The Rise of Spatial Intelligence and World Models • The Hardware Renaissance: Why AI’s Next Moat Is Physical & Embodied • From Digital Transformation to Spatial Transformation • Gaming as Infrastructure: Virtual GDP and the Rise of Hybrid Economies • Your Brand Will Become an AI System: Orchestrating Agents in the Age of Autonomous Work • From Attention Economy to Intimacy Economy: Designing Human-Centered AI

< Back To Speakers Steve Fredlund International Keynote Speaker | Breakthrough Strategist | “The Safari Dude™” | Best-Selling Author Contact For Booking Steve Fredlund is an award-winning keynote speaker, two-time TEDx presenter, and bestselling author of Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser. After decades as an actuary, executive, entrepreneur, and nonprofit founder—including leading humanitarian efforts in East Africa—Steve discovered that doing everything “right” doesn’t always lead to fulfillment or impact. Drawing from that journey, he developed The Courage Advantage™ philosophy—centered on the everyday courage to move beyond expectation, lead with authenticity, and live in alignment with what truly matters. Through his engaging stories, humor, and practical insights, Steve inspires audiences to find greater clarity, connection, and fulfillment in both life and leadership. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The Courage Advantage™: Unlocking Leadership Potential in Times of Change • High-Impact Teams: How Alignment and Connection Drive Performance • The Safari Way: A Roadmap to Fulfillment and Impact • Covered in Should: A Humorous Look at the Journey from Being Right to Being Extraordinary • The Curiosity Effect: Replacing Assumption with Intention • Beyond the Cards: A Poker Champion’s Perspective on Decision-Making

< Back To Speakers Quinton Aaron Actor | Producer | Singer | Writer | Motivational Speaker Contact For Booking Quinton Aaron, born August 15, 1984, in the Bronx, NY is a 39-year-old Actor, Producer, Singer, Writer, Motivational Speaker, advocate against bullying and much more. In 2009 Aaron starred in the blockbuster movie The Blind Side alongside Sandra Bullock and Tim McGraw. The movie was a huge success and went on to become the highest grossing sports film of all time. Since the film, Quinton has guest starred in several popular tv shows such as Law and Order: SVU and One Tree Hill and made appearances in several films along the way. Getting to work with some amazing talented actors and actresses in the industry. Aaron started speaking at schools and universities shortly after The Blind Side and has been doing it ever since as he has stated, “ it brings great joy to my heart to know that my struggles I’ve endured can help others make it through their tough times. I love being an inspiration to others, I think that’s how God intended it to be.” KEYNOTE TOPICS • Overcoming Adversity • Keeping the Faith • Anti Bullying • Choosing Happiness • Spreading the Love More Now than Ever

< Back To Speakers Rami Abrams President at So Nourished | President at Tasteholics | Author Contact For Booking Rami Abrams is an entrepreneur based in Brooklyn, New York. He first discovered the keto diet in 2014 and was initially a little skeptical about a diet that allowed more butter and bacon intake than it did whole grains. Never one to live with unsatisfied curiosity – he dug deep into the diet’s background. Abrams was impressed by its foundation as a peer-reviewed medical treatment and weight loss tool and decided to give it a shot. Within just a few weeks, he steadily moved towards his goal weight and had never felt better in his life. Rami Abrams is a self-professed “foodie” who loves to try new dishes and genres at every opportunity. Although enthralled with his new way of “fat-focused” cooking with all the flavors it provided, Rami found that he was missing many of his old favorites. Determined to have a cake and eat it, too, he began to seek out new ways of re-creating established conventions in the kitchen. It involved a few trials and errors, but eventually, he experienced a breakthrough. For a diet that revolves around eliminating sugar and other harmful sweeteners, that’s quite an achievement! Today, Abram is an expert in the keto diet industry and is the author of the bestseller Keto Diet for Dummies. Rami is focused on growing his companies and branching out into exciting keto products that he would have loved to have when he first started his keto journey.

< Back To Speakers Ravi Starzl Co-Founder and CEO of BioPlx | Executive Director of American BioDefense Institute | Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon University Contact For Booking My passion is solving hard problems that matter. There is no more exciting place to be than working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and biotechnology. I am presently focused on addressing Antimicrobial Resistance and Hospital Acquired Infections with novel, sustainable, ethical, and valuable solutions. With deep expertise in biotech, applied AI / machine learning, and entrepreneurial execution, my methods are highly interdisciplinary, convergent, focused, and often unorthodox. My focus is on concrete double-bottom-line results.

< Back To Speakers Van Moody Author | Senior Pastor | Founder of The Worship Center Christian Church | Speaker Contact For Booking Van Moody has a passion for transforming people, organizations, and the world. With a background in leadership, business and ministry, he is uniquely qualified to position and empowers people for success in every aspect of their lives. From his Ted Talk to The Tom Joyner Morning Show, Van Moody’s compelling voice has been heard worldwide and on various stages. In 2016 Moody became a member of Dr. Oz’s Core Team and has been featured several times on the Dr. Oz Show on ABC. He frequently writes for The Christian Post, Fox News, and his other articles have been featured in Essence Magazine, Investors’ Business Daily, Forbes, American Express Open Forum, Maxim, and many others. With his unique ability to understand and communicate timeless truths in relevant, contemporary ways, Moody challenges and equips his congregation and the world to fulfill their potential and live their purpose. Known for his keen insights, Moody is a strong visionary and a sought-after speaker and leader.

< Back To Speakers Lynn Whitfield Actor | Producer | Trailblazer | Motivational Speaker Contact For Booking Lynn Whitfield is an acclaimed American actress and producer, celebrated for her powerful performances across film, television, and theater. Whitfield began her career on stage, performing with the Black Repertory Company in Washington, D.C., and quickly established herself as a formidable talent. Her transition to film and television in the early 1980s showcased her versatility, leading to a career that has spanned over four decades. Known for her elegance, intensity, and emotional depth, Whitfield has become one of the most respected actresses of her generation. Whitfield is a third-generation graduate of Howard University, where she earned a B.F.A. in Theatre before moving to New York to join the Negro Ensemble Company. Her first national exposure came with a standout performance in "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf" on PBS, which led to her signing with Columbia Pictures and launching a prolific career in Hollywood. Whitfield vaulted to international fame with her portrayal of the legendary entertainer Josephine Baker in HBO’s "The Josephine Baker Story", for which she won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress, making her the first Black actress to win the award in that category. She further established herself in films such as "A Thin Line Between Love and Hate", where she played the unforgettable Brandi, and in "Eve's Bayou", where she delivered a critically acclaimed performance as Roz Batiste, a woman caught in the turmoil of her family's secrets in the Deep South. Beyond her artistic achievements, Whitfield is passionate about representation and storytelling, often championing projects that reflect the complexities of Black life. She continues to develop new work and explore opportunities. As an actress, producer, and mother, she remains committed to her craft and to mentoring the next generation of talent, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Keynote Topics The Beauty of Storytelling: Fashion, Makeup, and Identity in Life and Art The Radiance Within: Skincare, Self-Care, and the Power of Inner Beauty Retail Therapy Reimagined: The Art of Meaningful Consumer Choices Home as a Sanctuary: Creating Spaces That Reflect Your Soul Timeless Elegance: Mastering the Art of Financial Wellness and Beauty Travel as Transformation: How Exploring the World Shapes Creativity and Well-being

< Back To Speakers Noel Shu Chief Luxury Officer | Investor | Entrepreneur | Author Contact For Booking Noel Shu, celebrity tastemaker and wine expert, is no ordinary entrepreneur. This self-made millionaire has accomplished more in business than many do in an entire lifetime. Shu brings his wealth of expertise and impeccable panache to the global luxury goods market, where he spearheads ultra-super-premium products to discerning consumers on both sides of the Pacific, including China’s elite, who demand the absolute best in taste and quality. Besides having served as a managing partner at the extolled beverage agency Prodiguer Brands, Shu’s own company has recently launched its new wine brand, Majestic Ruby. This exciting, unique expression made its world debut at the 2017 Daytime Emmy Awards as Official Wine Partner, where an array of Hollywood A-listers reportedly celebrated it. Further demonstrating his prowess in the world of fine wine, Shu is also a lauded sommelier and one of the world’s leading experts on Chinese wine culture. He authored the book “China Through a Glass of Wine,” which offers a fascinating examination of China’s burgeoning wine industry from an insider’s perspective. From China’s rich cultural history to its political climate, this title takes readers on a captivating journey through the country’s viticultural victories and hopes for the future.

< Back To Speakers Ken Thompson Principal at AlignOrg Solutions | Deputy Brigade Commander for US Army Contact For Booking As a business leader with vast experience in company turn-around strategies and growth management involving organization design, operational efficiency, and accountability-driven leadership, Ken is an organizational growth specialist. He helps companies manage rapid or stagnate growth by providing the right framework – including organization redesign, best practices, technology, recruiting talent, strategy, and operational excellence. Ken’s leadership roles have crossed industries ranging from the Department of Defense logistics and supply chain to the fashion and apparel industry. Thompson has led strategic organization design initiatives with multiple companies, including Medtronic, Danaher, FedEx, Google, Align Tech, and Adobe. He has championed significant organizational change, created operational excellence, and implemented leadership development and employee betterment programs, leading to substantial overall success. He is also lean six sigma certified.