Co-Founder & President, August Homes.

Co-Founder, Lina | Entrepreneur | Building Custom Energy Independent & Net-Zero Homes | Sustainable & Energy Efficient Construction

Selena Cuffe is the Chief Growth Officer of Blackstone Consulting.

She is an award-winning executive and board director recognized for global go-to-market and revenue acceleration expertise. She has 20 years of senior leadership experience, and her governance experience includes chairing a committee.

Selena builds and advises high performing teams and cultures and sustainably grows businesses through innovation, strategic restructure, and acquisition. Cuffe is a Life Member of the Council on Foreign Relations, active alumna of Stanford and Harvard universities, and a dedicated member and leader of purpose-driven, local and international community organizations.

Antonio Salido is the CEO of Nuvix Consulting, a strategic consulting firm focused on new business and technology models.

He has an extensive professional background, having held important positions as Marketing Director
for Continental Europe, Global Brand Director and Board Member of the Luxembourg SICAV at Fidelity. Previously, he has held senior management positions as Head of Investment Products and Head of Business Development at Citibank. A staunch advocate of education as a driver of change in society, it is worth noting that he also combined his work with teaching, teaching part-time at IEB, Instituto de Estudios Bursátiles, in the areas of Marketing and Product. He is also a mentor in Digital Transformation to Executives, helping them in their journey to acquire and implement new skills within their organizations.

Marianna Bonanome is the Head of AI Strategy and Partnerships at SandboxAQ.

With a background as a tech founder, mathematician, and quantum researcher, Marianna leverages her expertise to co-lead SandboxAQ’s education team, manages substantial sponsorships, and works cross functionally with all verticals. She fosters partnerships with universities and non-profits, while contributing to product and corporate training to bridge the gap between academia and industry needs. As a Google-certified educator, former math professor (20+ years), and edtech innovator, she has a deep commitment to enhancing STEM education by reimagining technology and creating open-source resources. Her expertise as a program and project manager ensures the delivery of impactful educational initiatives, and her strong communication and relationship-building skills further her dedication to transforming education and ensuring accessible learning experiences for all.

Her passion for her work stems from her need to understand our universe and had led her to become deeply committed to improving STEM education.

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Josh DeLoach is Chief Strategy Officer and Partner at Nilsine Partners, where he helps dismantle the traditional barriers in finance, providing confidence to navigate people's wealth journey, all while fostering a familial warmth.

Driven by a passion for creating meaningful, genuine relationships - Josh is advocating for a shift from the conventional in finance. At the heart of our digital world is the indispensable value of building long lasting human connections.

At USDM Life Sciences, their purpose is to bring clarity and action to the interplay of technology and regulations to help biotech, pharma, and medical device companies deliver trailblazing outcomes. They help customers utilize cutting-edge technology to increase their speed to market while ensuring continuous compliance and patient safety. For more information, visit www.usdm.com.

Seckin Yilgoren is the Senior Vice President for cyber and intelligence solutions at Mastercard’s North America division

International payments executive with a track record of developing and managing innovative products along with go-to-market strategies to drive profitable growth through new and existing business while building thought leadership capabilities by leveraging cross-functional know-how.

Tyler Kelly is a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in the digital media industry. As the President of Basis Technologies, he spearheads the sales, services, and customer experience organizations collectively shepherding nearly two billion dollars in annual digital advertising investment for prominent brands and agencies. Throughout his 18-year tenure, he has played a multifaceted role in the organization by fostering a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and excellence.

Kojo Lokko is the Executive Director ofThe Challenge Initiative. He's also a Senior Technical Advisor at Johns Hopkins University.

Matt Whitnack is the Head of Business Development at Prealize Health.

Matt Whitnack, a seasoned healthcare IT executive with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to accelerating revenue growth, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering loyalty. With a focus on healthcare IT, particularly in artificial intelligence, Matt has a track record of over 15 years leading successful revenue generation teams.