Clearly IP

Tony Lewis is a seasoned leader and visionary in the eld of telecommunications; heserves as the CEO of ClearlyIP Inc. With a wealth of experience spanning decades fromsmall start-ups to publicly traded companies with 500-plus employees, Tony has playeda pivotal role in shaping the landscape of communications and telephony solutions.Tony’s strategic vision of building new innovative products and a focus on building aworld-class partner network has allowed ClearlyIP to expand its capabilities and offer amore comprehensive suite of communication solutions. That, combined with strategicacquisitions, has positioned ClearlyIP as a leader in adaptable and robust businesscommunications.

Consumer Technology Association (CTA)

Brian Comiskey is the Senior Director of Innovation and Trends, and resident Futurist at the Consumer Technology Association, charting how technology will shape tomorrow. Brian is responsible for the thematic stock indexes developed and maintained by CTA and Nasdaq as a part of a more than decade long partnership. Covering a variety of sectors including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, gaming, and robotics, Brian and his team manage a portfolio of 18 thematic indexes with more than 20 products and $13B in assets under management tracking these indexes across listings in more than a dozen countries.Prior to joining CTA, Brian worked in media strategy and tech policy consulting for the private and public sectors.Brian holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the College of William & Mary.

GenIQ Advisors

Charity Queret, a seasoned expert with over two decades of experience in data management, is now demystifying Generative AI (GenAI) for businesses. With a proven track record of leading projects and fostering client engagements across North America, Europe, and South America, Charity is dedicated to making GenAI accessible and actionable for organizations of all sizes.Charity simplifies the complexities of GenAI, enabling businesses to harness its transformative potential. She works closely with teams to identify key use cases, assess readiness, and develop strategic roadmaps for successful GenAI adoption. By bridging the gap between the technical aspects of GenAI and its practical business applications, Charity empowers organizations to leverage this groundbreaking technology for innovation and growth.

IgniteTech

Eric Vaughan, CEO of IgniteTech and GFI Software, is a visionary leader at the forefront of the AI revolution. With over 30 years of experience in the technology industry, Vaughan has founded and led three software companies, demonstrating a deep understanding of the transformative power of technology. In recent years, Vaughan has become a vocal advocate for AI-first thinking, recognizing the urgency of this paradigm shift for businesses. He believes that AI is not just an exciting development but a necessity for companies to remain relevant in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. His passion for AI is not driven by mere excitement but by a deep-seated belief that if businesses do not adapt, they risk being left behind. Vaughans commitment to AI transformation is evident in his bold initiative of AI Mondays, where the entire company dedicates one day solely to Gen AI—no calls, no visits, just pure innovation. This initiative is a testament to his belief in the transformative power of AI and his commitment to driving its adoption within his companies. Vaughans journey is a testament to the urgency of adopting AI-first thinking and the transformative power of AI in business. His leadership and vision have positioned IgniteTech and GFI Software at the vanguard of the AI revolution, demonstrating the potential of AI to transform businesses and industries.

Intetics

Pavlo Yalovol is a forward-thinking executive with over two decades of expertise in softwaredevelopment and business process management. His robust portfolio of designed and completedprojects showcases Pavlo’s ability to translate complex technological challenges into tangiblebusiness solutions.As the Vice President of Innovation, he leads initiatives to integrate AI/ML power into Inteticsclients’ products, contribute to the design and implementation of AIsolutions, and drive substantialprocess improvements within the company.

Iterate.ai

Shomron Jacob is the Head of Applied Machine Learning & Platform at Iterate.ai. Shomron began his career as a software engineer but soon found himself learning ML/AI and switched his professional direction to follow it. He has worked on AI projects for some of the biggest and most innovative companies in the country. He lives in Silicon Valley.

Kaseya

Kellanova

Brandel Kremer is a seasoned leader with over 18 years of experience driving innovation and aligning technology solutions with business objectives across global organizations. She has a proven track record of executing large-scale projects, including leading four successful Managed Service Provider (MSP) transitions, most recently managing a $4 million transition that streamlined service delivery and enhanced operational efficiency. Brandel has demonstrated expertise in SAP data operations, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and process automation, leveraging tools a variety of state of the art technology tools to deliver a multitude of impactful global projects. Her leadership is underscored by a commitment to fostering collaboration, driving strategic initiatives, and delivering measurable results that support long-term business goals. Brandels dedication to excellence data analytical approach to problem solving has consistently positioned her as a trusted partner in large scale transitions. Beyond her professional achievements, Brandel is an advocate for Foster Care in Michigan; and has been a dedicated foster care parent liaison for nearly a decade.

Outshift by Cisco

Kumaran Ponnambalam is a technology leader with 20+ years of experience in AI/ML, Data and Analytics. His focus is on creating robust, scalable Gen AI models and services to drive effective business solutions. He is currently leading Generative AI initiatives at Outshift by Cisco, building next-generation AI innovations and products to help enterprises. In his previous roles, he has built conversational bots, ML platforms, data pipelines and cloud services. A frequent speaker at technology conferences, he has also authored several courses on the LinkedIn Learning Platform in AI/ML and Big Data.

Protech

Ana Stojkovic Kneževic is an accomplished professional with a dynamic career spanning projectmanagement, business development, and technical expertise, particularly in the field of artificialintelligence (AI). Born on October 5, 1983, Ana has established herself at the intersection oftechnology and communication, exploring how augmented reality influences cross-culturalcommunication as a PhD candidate in Communicology. Her academic foundation includes aMaster of Science in Mechatronics Robotics and Automation from the Faculty of TechnicalSciences, University of Novi Sad, along with an educational background in electricalengineering from Mihajlo Pupin High School.Ana’s career is distinguished by diverse experiences in AI, IT, animation, and film industries.She has played pivotal roles in both early-stage companies and established enterprises, drivinggrowth, overseeing product development, and fostering essential relationships with clients andinvestors. Recognized for her entrepreneurial mindset, she has launched and managed projectsthat integrate AI with creative industries, achieving innovative solutions and advancing industrystandards. Ana has shared her insights on AI-related topics at several conferences, includingthe AIBB & WEB3BB in Tokyo and as a Chairperson for Computer Vision Summit in London.Fluent in English and conversant in Spanish, with beginner-level proficiency in French andPortuguese, Ana’s linguistic skills complement her extensive expertise in project managementmethodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, and Kanban. Her technical acumen spansvarious project management tools and programming languages, along with a thoroughunderstanding of quality and information security management standards like ISO 9001 and ISO27001.Ana is renowned for her ability to bridge the gap between technical requirements and businessobjectives, leveraging her deep knowledge of multicultural communication to enhanceorganizational processes and client relations. Her objective is to further utilize her extensivebackground in project management, business development, and technical skills to optimizecompany operations and drive innovation, particularly at the nexus of AI, IT, and creativeindustries.

Salesforce

GenAI and Exploit AI Security Expert @SalesforceThreat Modeling Cloud ServicesLeading Security Champions program @SalesforceRed Teaming and Research GenAI (Current Research: Multimodal Prompt injection)Member of OWASP Builder CommunityBug Bounty Hunter - Live Hacking events for Hackerone

SignalWire INC

Anthony has more than 25 years of experience in software engineering, beginning with the webhosting boom in the mid-90s, which eventually led to a career dedicated to advancingProgrammable Unified Communications.Anthony was the original founder and author of the 2005 Open-Source telecom softwareplatform FreeSWITCH. Today, the FreeSWITCH platform is used as a critical component byenterprises worldwide, including Zoom|Phone, Five9, Amazon Connect, Vonage, and Dialpad.With the promise of 5G, the Internet became increasingly reliable for bi-directionalcommunication. In late 2017, Anthony founded SignalWire together with a team of the bestminds in the industry. The goal of SignalWire is to make communication and programmabilityseamless between all devices with Software-Defined Telecom.SignalWires innovations continue to push the envelope of whats possible. SignalWires newvoice AI platform is the most comprehensive and cutting-edge voice AI toolkit in the market.SignalWire vastly simplifies otherwise complex operations and infrastructure requirements. WithSignalWire, embedding telecommunications services into any existing organization becomesviable and speeds up any existing initiative in an era where go-to-market is critical. Its investorsinclude the founders of Zoom, Yahoo and Barracuda Networks, T-Mobile ventures, DeutscheTelekom, STORM Ventures, and P7 Ventures.

SpiceX

Mike Ryan is a visionary technology entrepreneur and thought leader, committed to driving positive change through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies like low-code, AI, and SpiceX. He graduated from Clarkson University with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Management, and has always been at the forefront of technological innovation.As the founder of Message Secure Corporation, an early information security company, Mike has experienced the transformative power of technology firsthand. His experiences have solidified his belief in the importance of embracing new technologies to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive world. In December 2021, Mike had the honor of speaking at his alma mater’s commencement, sharing his insights on the future of technology and its impact on organizations and individuals. With a deep understanding of the potential of low-code development, AI, and SpiceX, he is dedicated to helping others navigate the complexities of the digital age.Mike is now on a mission to transform 20,000+ organizations by 2032, impacting over 24,000,000 people who are their employees, families, customers, and shareholders in a positive manner. His goal is to create a positive ripple effect by empowering organizations to innovate and prosper, while improving the lives of millions of people around the globe.WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT MIKE“Connection Award: SpiceX earned this award as a top partner who connected their technology to the most NICE Cxone customers in the last year. Through their seamless and flexible integrations, they accelerated deployments and added true customer value. SpiceX makes it easy for customers to best utilize existing infrastructure by enabling them to create integrated digital ecosystems that connect disparate systems, people, and processes.”— PAUL JARMAN, CEO OF NICE SYSTEMS“SpiceX’s integration with Amazon Connect allows customers to create a Unified Engagement Hub. By leveraging Amazon Connect, customer experience leaders can easily integrate their existing systems and incorporate AWS offerings.” – PASQUALE DEMAIO, GENERAL MANAGER AT AMAZON CONNECT“Not only was training time reduced drastically, but our client calls are being handled according to their expectations. SpiceX is so much more than just another CRM and is a ‘must have’ for any call center that hopes to be successful in this competitive industry.”— CALL CENTER MANAGER, LEADING BPO CONTACT CENTER“Competitive solutions often require a complete ‘rip and replace’ when implementing a system change, and this requires considerable time and costs. However, this is not the case with SpiceX’s solutions. The platform generates great value, particularly in the IT department, where cost savings on professional services can be as much as 75 percent.”— MICHAEL DESALLES, PRINCIPAL ANALYST AT FROST & SULLIVANSpeaking TopicsEffective Problem Solving: 3 Steps Contact Center Managers Can TakeMike Ryan outlines the key strategies that contact center managers can implement to improve problem-solving in their organizations. Attendees will learn how to establish a structured problem-solving process and provide regular training and development opportunities to enhance agent skills; how to foster a positive work culture to improve problem-solving effectiveness; and how to utilize data analytics to proactively identify and address common customer issues and enhance the customer experience.Accelerating Digital Transformation: Unlocking Business Growth With Low-Code Application PlatformsExplore how low-code application platforms can be used to accelerate digital transformation and unlock business growth. Myke Ryan will highlight the advantages of low-code platforms, including increased agility, faster time-to-market, and reduced development costs, and provide practical guidance on implementation. Attendees will come away with a comprehensive understanding of how low-code platforms can benefit their organizations and the necessary steps to get started.Revolutionizing Customer Relationships: Exploring The Latest CRM Trends And TechnologiesMike Ryan covers the latest trends in CRM – including the use of AI and Machine Learning, omnichannel engagement, mobile CRM, data privacy and security, social CRM, voice assistants, and collaborative CRM. He explores how these technologies are revolutionizing the way businesses approach customer relationships and how companies can leverage them to provide a seamless, personalized customer experience.

Trustpoint.One

At Trustpoint.One, Jerry is the Director of Trustpoint Cyber Services where he helps clients from many industries in information governance, generative artificial intelligence, and data privacy. He assists organizations in data discovery to comply with data privacy regulations and achieve information governance objectives. Jerry also serves as the Data Privacy Officer for Trustpoint.One, where he supports and maintains the organization’s data privacy program.Jerry has a collective 20 years of experience supporting organizations with information governance, compliance, legal, cyber, and data privacy needs. Jerry is a Florida-barred attorney, previously serving as a HIPAA Compliance Officer for a local health network and acted as the systems analyst and database administrator. He holds the CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPT, and CIPM certifications and is a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals. He currently resides in Gainesville, Florida.

Vidby AI

Denys Krasnikov - Co-Founder, responsible for business development, Google Cloud Innovator, Responsible AI Expert, PhD, Executive Member of Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, Member of Hollywood Professional Association, 20 years experience in corporate and government relations. 10+ years in innovations and international economic cooperation. After graduating from the Innovations in Economic Development Program at Harvard University, Denys has invested his time and money in developing breakthrough life-changing technologies. Y Combinator School 19 Alumni, VP at Ukrainian League of Industrialists & Entrepreneurs, Harvard Innovation program alumnus, United Nations Individual Contractor.Krasnikov is an experienced speaker at various international events, including the recent LocWorld51 in Dublin(https://locworld.com/speakers/denys-krasnikov/). Google has invited to host 2MeetUp Los Angeles: Google Cloud Community Los Angeles from July 25-27 https://events.c2cglobal.com/events/details/c2c-events-los-angeles-presents-2meetup-los-angeles-google-cloud-community/.

Waymark

Alex Persky-Stern has been the CEO of Waymark since June 2022. He leads the company’s efforts to leverage generative AI to make video production radically easy and available to everyone. Under Persky-Stern, Waymark has signed banner deals with media names like  The E.W. Scripps Company, FOX TV Stations, Spectrum Reach, Gray Television and more. Persky-Stern has also overseen Waymark’s international expansion through partnerships in Australia, Sweden and the United Kingdom. During his leadership, the company has been featured in major publications as a leader in AI video, and was listed as one of the Fastest Growing Companies in the USA by the Financial Times. As a tech enthusiast, AI evangelist and entrepreneur, Alex is always looking for ways to leverage the latest in technological advancement to solve real business problems in the rapidly changing media industry. Alex is a Venture for America Fellow and holds a BA in Arts, Math-Economics from Wesleyan University.

Beelinebill Enterprises

Bill Miller provides personalized services to founders, aspiring CEOs, and small and medium-sized company CEOs as an executive advisor, mentor, and coach. He is the author of the 2-time award-winning The Rookie CEO, You Cant Make This Stuff Up! He uses a framework he created to guide how people will lead, the culture they will create, and how they can deliver operational excellence for growth and profitability. As a senior executive who has led Marketing, Product Management, Business Development, Strategic Planning and Alliances, Development, and Operations in the past 30 years in companies of all sizes, including both venture-backed and privately funded early-stage startups to multi-billion-dollar multinational companies, his experience behind the scenes provides insight and value.