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< Back To Speakers Pi-Isis S. Ankhra Transformative Speaker | Architect of Social Change | Founder | Writer | Visionary Strategist | Catalyst for Change Contact For Booking Pi-Isis S. Ankhra commands the stage with purpose, power and her electrifying presence. With a career spanning over 25 years in social impact, philanthropy, leadership, and storytelling, she has spoken at some of the world's most prestigious institutions—including Harvard University, TEDx, and Essence Magazine—inspiring leaders to move beyond inertia and into transformative action. Her work is not just about insight—it's about impact. Pi-Isis fuses deep expertise, narrative mastery, and radical authenticity to challenge conventional wisdom and create game-changing conversations on leadership, equity, and systemic change. She brings boldness and clarity to spaces where uncertainty, fear, or stagnation often reign, equipping audiences with the vision, tools, and strategy to lead change at scale. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Building the Bridge: Trust, Transparency, and Authentic Collaboration • The Art of Connection: Building Bridges in Divisive Times • Do It Afraid: Overcoming Self-Doubt in Leadership • Leadership & Systems Change – Cultivating resilience, trust, and transformation in leadership. • Philanthropy & Economic Justice – Shifting from transactional giving to sustainable impact. • Race, Gender & Intersectionality – Dismantling barriers and fostering equitable leadership. • Storytelling & Narrative Power – Leveraging stories to drive cultural and systemic change

< Back To Speakers Dr. Jasmeet Kaler Professor of Epidemiology and Precision Livestock Informatics | Faculty Director Equality Diversity and Inclusion (Faculty of Medicine and Health Science) Contact For Booking Professor Jasmeet Kaler is an internationally recognized expert in veterinary epidemiology and precision livestock informatics. Originally trained as a veterinarian in India, she moved to the UK to pursue a Master's in Veterinary Epidemiology at the Royal Veterinary College, followed by a PhD at the University of Warwick on the epidemiology of lameness in sheep. She joined the University of Nottingham’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Science in 2010, where she is now a Professor and Ruminant Population Health Strategic Research Area Leader. Jasmeet's research focuses on using big data to improve livestock health, welfare, and productivity. Her work bridges epidemiology, data science, and animal behavior—leveraging predictive modeling, precision livestock sensor technologies, and stakeholder decision-making tools. She is Chair of the School’s Athena SWAN SAT, advocating for equity and inclusion in science. Her innovative contributions to animal welfare have earned her the Young Animal Welfare Scientist of the Year Award (UFAW, 2015) and runner-up in the Scopus Young Researcher Award in Health and Medical Sciences (2011). Jasmeet teaches across years 1 to 4 on cattle and sheep health and welfare, training the next generation of vets with a strong foundation in data-driven decision making. Her research has been widely published in journals like Preventive Veterinary Medicine, PLoS ONE, and Animal Welfare. As a pioneer in farm epidemiology and precision agriculture, Jasmeet is shaping the future of sustainable livestock farming through research, education, and innovation. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The Future of Animal Well-Being: Accelerating Tech Adoption with AI and Smart Data Insights • Machine learning and AI for precision livestock health and welfare: Current Trends and Future Outlook • What does “Big” tech and data offers to precision livestock farming? • Calf health, welfare and personality: Novel use of Sensors and Imaging • Improving animal health and welfare: Technology, algorithms and decision making • Decision making for animal health and welfare: farmers, vets and consumers perspectives • Application of Precision Medicine, AI, genomics and the use of data for animal health and welfare

< Back To Speakers Gary Waters Author | Head Coach | Inspirational Speakers Contact For Booking With over 40 seasons in college basketball, Gary Waters is a celebrated coach, leader, and mentor. Over his 21-year head coaching career at Kent State, Rutgers, and Cleveland State, he amassed 365 wins and led 12 teams to postseason tournaments. Respected by his peers, Waters contributed to USA Basketball, coaching the USA Junior World Championship qualifying team in 2002. His impact earned him inductions into three Hall of Fames: Ferris State Athletic Hall of Fame (2002), Kent State Varsity “K” Hall of Fame (2006), and the Detroit High School Hall of Fame (2019). Waters has received several national honors, including the John Lotz “Barnabas” Award (2010), Master Coach Award (2015), and was a finalist for the Ben Jobe Award in 2014 and 2015. He also made history as the first non-faculty recipient of Cleveland State’s President’s Medal in 2017. Beyond coaching, Waters has been a commissioner for the NCAA College Basketball Academy, a member of the NIT Selection Committee (2022), and an NABC Board Director (2015-2017). He has also pioneered character development workshops for law enforcement and education. An accomplished author, Waters has written "Ten Principles of a Character Coach" and "Coaching Millennials from a Character Perspective" (2024). Now retired, Gary resides in Tampa, Florida, with his wife Bernadette, their two children, and seven grandchildren. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Character Coach Principles • Character Development • Basketball Coaching Strategies • Character Driven Culture • Leadership Training • Personal Development Coaching • Mentorship Programs • Coaching Millennials from a Character Perspective • NIL Management Programs • Professional Development Training

< Back To Speakers Milan Kordestani CEO, anKord | Co-Founder and Chairman, audo | Co-Founder and Chairman, Guin Records | Co-Founder and Chairman, Nota Contact For Booking Milan Kordestani, the #2 Wall Street Journal Best Selling author of “I'm Just Saying: A Guide to Maintaining Civil Discourse in an Increasingly Divided World” (HCI, 2023), is a dynamic entrepreneur and a global advocate for conscious capitalism and civil discourse. The founder of over five businesses in fields like education, music, and news, Milan designs scalable solutions to create sustainable change for some of society's most significant challenges. Through his startup incubator and venture studio, AnKord Labs, Milan has founded notable companies including Audo, Nota, The Doe, and Guin Records. Each entity underscores his commitment to leveraging systems thinking to scale solutions for the masses. Audo, a pioneering career-management platform, utilizes artificial intelligence to guide job seekers to fulfilling careers. Nota, a content creation and distribution platform, broadens the reach of newsrooms worldwide. Meanwhile, The Doe and Guin Records employ the transformative power of storytelling and music, respectively fostering anonymous narratives and offering artist-friendly deals. A Gen Z writer and first-generation American of Iranian descent, Milan's insights have been featured in Entrepreneur, HuffPost, RollingStone, FastCompany, and Forbes. Now based in Los Angeles, Milan stands as an emerging global thought leader, inspiring others through subjects ranging from AI and the creator economy to education, career transitions, and the publishing and music industries. Milan Kordestani embodies the spirit of a new generation of entrepreneurs, blending technology, empathy, and acute business acumen. His work resonates with those eager to make positive changes, while his words continue to inspire audiences worldwide. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Unfounded Fears: A Civil Discussion on the Future of AI • Navigating the Future of Work: Exploring Education, Career Pivoting, & the Role of AI in Careers • From Immigrant Roots to Global Impact: A Personal Journey of Success, Privilege, & Dedication • Driving Conscious Capitalism: Scaling Impact Across Fields Such as Education, Music, and News • Inspiring the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs • The Creator Economy Unleashed • The Power of Civil Discourse: Solution Oriented Communication

< Back To Speakers Alison Canavan UCLA-trained Mindfulness Facilitator | Master NLP Practitioner | HeartMath Facilitator | Raw Foods Master & Nutritional Coach | Meditation & Breathwork Teacher | Award-Winning Author Contact For Booking Alison Canavan is a globally recognized keynote speaker, wellness expert, and mindfulness facilitator whose remarkable journey from international supermodel to transformational guide inspires audiences worldwide. After years on the world’s top runways and magazine covers, Alison faced addiction, mental health struggles, and burnout—experiences that became the foundation of her work today. With rare authenticity and emotional depth, she empowers people to take control of their lives by learning to spend, save, and invest their energy wisely. A pioneer in the wellness space, Alison created Ireland’s first one-day transformational immersion, The Full 360, integrating gratitude, mindset, nutrition, sound healing, and energy work. She was also one of the first to bring meditation to online audiences through social media, making powerful practices accessible globally. Named one of the Top 100 Irish in Business in America (2025) and one of the Top 8 Transformational Coaches in the U.S. by USA Today, Alison’s mission is to redefine success through mindfulness, resilience, and conscious leadership. Her engaging blend of storytelling, science, and soul equips audiences with practical, science-backed tools to manage stress, reconnect with purpose, and lead with clarity. Alison teaches that energy is life’s true currency—and mastering it unlocks clarity, creativity, and meaningful change. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Leading from Within – Mastering Your Energy • The Game of Life and How to Play It • HEART – The Art of Inspirational Living

< Back To Speakers Rich Bracken Keynote Speaker | Host & Emcee | DJ Contact For Booking Rich Bracken is an energetic and engaging keynote speaker and executive coach specializing in emotional intelligence, executive presence, and high-impact communication. He helps leaders and organizations improve confidence, influence, and performance in today’s fast-paced business environment. As Brand Ambassador for TalentSmartEQ, the world’s leading emotional intelligence research and training company, Rich delivers data-backed insights and practical strategies that drive lasting behavior change. Drawing on two decades as a national touring DJ, Rich brings energy, storytelling, and real-time audience engagement to every keynote—creating memorable experiences without sacrificing substance. Rich has partnered with Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, and global associations, and is a regular television media personality.. Named as a National Top Speaker by Smart Meetings and Real Leaders Magazines, he is also a trusted communication and public speaking coach to executives and public figures nationwide. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The EQ Edge: How Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Win • Soundtrack for Success • Become Unstoppable • The Momentum Effect: How Leaders Turn Change Into Consistent Action • Executive Presence in Action

< Back To Speakers Michael D. Huggins Responsible Leader | Strategist Author | Keynote Speaker Contact For Booking Mike, a retired CEO, is a successful keynote speaker, corporate strategist, community leader, and bestselling author unlike any other. He has earned a 30-year global reputation with a fresh perspective on managing companies and inspiring executives to address key issues for businesses ranging from $50 million to $2 billion. Mike is passionate about developing leaders who achieve financial results while maintaining their personal integrity. He went to prison for a misdemeanor as a Responsible Corporate Officer for illegal activities that occurred under his watch but which he didn’t know about. That experience made Mike a vocal champion for corporate integrity, accountability, and ethics. He presents approaches to making decisions that, in addition to the interests of shareholders, also take into consideration other stakeholders, such as workers, clients, suppliers, the environment, the community, and future generations. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The Responsible Corporate Officer • The Hard And Soft Side Of Being An Executive • Practical Guidance And Clarity For Career Objectives • Identify And Develop High-Potential Employees • Crisis Management: Protect Your Company & Executives

< 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