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Tina Shah Paikeday is a strategic advisor to executives across large public enterprises, high-growth private companies and investment firms. She is currently General Manager of the Leadership Advisory Center of Excellence at Findem.ai, a growth equity backed talent intelligence platform that enables leaders to make precise, evidence-based people decisions using robust data powered by AI. Previously, Tina was a partner at Russell Reynolds Associates, where she built and led the Global DEI Practice. Before that, she founded and led the boutique Talent Advisory Board, was instrumental in growing the people analytics practice at the Corporate Executive Board and began her career in management consulting at McKinsey & Company.
Tina received a B.S. in Commerce with distinction from the University of Virginia with concentrations in Finance and Management Information Systems in 1994 and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business in 1998. A life-long learner, Tina is currently completing her PhD in Executive Management at the Drucker School of Management. She is certified in assessment by Hogan, executive coaching by International Coaching Federation, mindful leadership by Spirit Rock and AI strategy by UC Berkeley. Tina’s expertise spans global leadership selection, assessment, development, succession, and inclusion. She is now pioneering the integration of artificial intelligence into leadership advisory solutions. Her research explores how artificial intelligence is transforming critical leadership decisions. Tina bridges theory with lived experience in teaching leaders on the use of AI in executive decision-making.
As a frequent speaker and published thought leader, Tina has contributed to major business publications including The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Forbes, The Financial Times, and Bloomberg. Her recent research, Slow Thinking Fast: How AI Trumps Human Bias, was featured in the California Management Review, and she presented related insights at TEDx @ CGU. She has authored dozens of white papers on including those published by Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance. Her speaking engagements span global forums such as the World Economic Forum, Asia Pacific Economic Council, Singapore Institute of Directors, Texas Pacific Group (TPG), and McKinsey’s Connected Leaders Academy. Based in Tiburon, California with her husband and son, Tina is an active Bay Area community member.

Darryl Gregory is the Vice President of Sales, EMEA at Distech Controls, part of Acuity Brands, where he leads regional strategy and execution across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With a people-first approach and nearly 25 years in the building automation and controls industry, Darryl is known for driving high-performing teams, cultivating strategic partnerships, and delivering consistent commercial growth across competitive markets. His leadership is defined by a deep understanding of customer needs, a sharp focus on solution-based selling, and an unwavering commitment to results.
Prior to joining Acuity Brands, Darryl spent over 18 years at Honeywell, rising through the ranks from Area Sales Manager to Sales Leader for the UK, Ireland, and Northern Europe. His journey at Honeywell included leading major sales territories, overseeing the success of brands like Trend, Saia Burgess and CentraLine, and managing both partner and OEM channels.
Outside of his professional life, Darryl is passionate about team culture, mentorship, and continuous learning and of course enjoying time with his family and friends.

Elisabeth Constantin is the owner of Abreo Executive Services.

ABREO, founded in 2022, began as a private client career transition practice serving the executive education communities at Harvard, Wharton, and Stanford. As the business evolved, CHROs and corporate General Counsels began turning to ABREO for support with high-stakes executive terminations. Today, ABREO’s Exit Velocity™ framework delivers strategic off-boarding and transition support that helps senior leaders land faster—and navigate high-profile exits with clarity and control.
A public speaker on executive and C-level career ROI, Elisabeth has been invited by Ivy League Clubs across the U.S., the Harvard Business School National Women's Association, and top industry organizations, including Financial Executives International (FEI), the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), Dell, and EuroFinance (The Economist Group).

Alice Liao is a globally recognized commercial leader, board advisor, and author who has shaped the growth trajectories of over 300 brands across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Her portfolio includes top-tier names such as Porsche, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Charlotte Tilbury, W Hotels, Highland Park, and Emaar Development, as well as providing advisory support to global consulting firms including PwC and KPMG.
She has led high-performing teams as executive director across seven countries, delivered double-digit growth, and guided startups through scale-up, investment, and exit—while repositioning global enterprises for expansion.
Renowned for her strategic clarity and operational precision, Alice bridges brand, sales, marketing, and finance to build investor-ready businesses with go-to-market strategies that drive revenue and long-term value. Her work spans sectors and continents.
Through her global network, Alice supports founders in raising capital and finding the right strategic partners or buyers—translating decades of insight into practical frameworks that deliver results at scale.
She is also recognized as Best Social Entrepreneur by the Gulf News Award and was named Best Innovative Commercial Leader at the Global Recognition Awards.

Luke Irwin is the Founder and Cybersecurity Strategist at Aegis Cyber, where he delivers independent, vendor-neutral advisory services — specialising in Virtual and Fractional CISO roles, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), and operational resilience.
With 23+ years in tech and the last decade dedicated solely to cybersecurity, Luke helps Australian organisations strengthen their posture, meet regulatory obligations, and navigate complex risks with confidence.
His approach is shaped by a military background that includes peacekeeping operations — instilling a clear sense of mission, resilience, and protection. That perspective now informs his work helping leadership teams protect what matters most.
Luke has advised government agencies, multinationals, and mid-sized businesses on security audits, risk management, incident response readiness, and aligning cyber programs to business objectives. His role is to provide clarity, strategy, and direction without conflicts of interest.
Luke has spoken at events including: Industry forums, conferences, professional/industry development days, board meetings, networking events, industry partner workshops, member-based workshop facilitation, and other speaking engagements.
Credentials include CISSP, CISM, and a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity — all of which support his ability to turn complex cyber risks into actionable business decisions.

Jeffery Stewart is a business technologist, strategist, and executive leader with a passion for helping companies leverage technology to drive business outcomes. As the Founder and CEO of SuccessITNow, he leads a premier technology advisory and consultancy firm that helps businesses harness cloud computing, cybersecurity, AI, and digital transformation to fuel growth, improve efficiency, and gain a competitive edge. With a strategic mindset and hands-on expertise, Jeffery is committed to aligning technology investments with business goals, ensuring companies get maximum ROI and long-term success.
With over 25 years of experience in technology consulting, strategic partnerships, and digital transformation, Jeffery has played a pivotal role in shaping IT strategies for enterprises across industries. Before launching SuccessITNow, he led and supported strategic consulting teams and alliance growth initiatives valued at over $1.4B, pioneering innovative customer engagement models and business transformation strategies.
Throughout his career, Jeffery has:
✅ Led business and technology acquisition initiatives worth over $100M, driving 20-30% operational cost savings and 30% capital savings on IT investments.
✅ Built strategic partnerships with 30+ technology vendors, resulting in 15-30% revenue growth with 25%+ % profit margins.
✅ Helped companies optimize IT operations, implement cloud-first strategies, and modernize enterprise technology landscapes for long-term scalability.
✅ Worked closely with C-level executives, IT leaders, and industry partners, bridging the gap between technology strategy and business success.
Beyond his corporate leadership, Jeffery is dedicated to mentorship and industry advocacy. He actively serves on advisory boards, guiding organizations on IT strategy, cost optimization, and emerging technology trends. Passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation, he supports startups and growth-stage businesses in navigating the complex IT landscape.

Molly Schroeder is the Manager of Employee Recruitment and Engagement at Roundstone, where she is dedicated to fostering a workplace culture where employees feel valued, connected, and supported. She believes that a thriving company starts with engaged employees and takes pride in creating an environment where people genuinely want to come to work. From recruitment to professional development, she focuses on ensuring every employee has the tools, resources, and workplace experience they need to succeed.
Before joining Roundstone, she spent several years in sales at Tenneco Energy Resources and Cardtech, Inc., where she developed a deep understanding of relationship-building and strategic communication—skills that continue to inform her approach to talent management today.
Beyond her professional role, Molly is deeply committed to philanthropy and community engagement. She and Michael Schroeder were recently named recipients of the Greater Cleveland Association of Fundraising Professionals’ 2024 Philanthropist of the Year Award.
Molly holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from Miami University and remains committed to lifelong learning, mentorship, and professional growth. She continues to advocate for inclusive workplaces, employee well-being, and meaningful community impact.

Thomas Lawrence is the Founder & Principal at GPI Design, a company that creates bespoke illuminated features for high-end commercial interiors, specializing in the integration of translucent materials, structural engineering, and advanced lighting systems. With over 20+ years of design-build experience, the GPI team has become a trusted partner for architects and lighting designers worldwide, delivering exceptional backlit walls, ceilings, facades, and other unique offerings.

Known as “The Fixer,” Stephanie Smith specializes in rebrands that deliver results. Whether it’s transforming a 17-year-old product or reducing design costs with cutting-edge AI, she builds bold, modern marketing strategies that generate revenue and elevate brand equity.
As Chief Marketing Officer at The N2 Company, Stephanie leads brand, PR, content, and creative strategy across five national brands and 500+ franchise editions. With 25 years in media and 10+ in executive marketing, she has driven growth through data-led innovation, creative leadership, and scalable systems that stick.

As the Customer Experience Technical Fellow at EDB, a leading Postgres and Data AI platform company, Vibhor Kumar is dedicated to driving technical innovation and aligning customer experience strategies to enhance satisfaction and loyalty. With deep technical expertise and strong leadership skills, he collaborates with cross-functional teams to define solution architectures, lead innovation efforts, and mentor technical teams. He also represents EDB as a thought leader in customer experience technology, playing a pivotal role in advancing the company’s mission.
With over 18 years of experience driving digital transformation and innovation across industries—including guiding Fortune 500 clients—Vibhor specializes in cloud computing, AI/ML, and cybersecurity. He has a proven ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams, develop technology strategies, and deliver solutions that drive business growth. His leadership philosophy emphasizes collaboration, empowerment, and fostering a culture of innovation to solve complex challenges.
Before his current role, Vibhor held several leadership positions at EDB, including Global VP of Performance Engineering & Architecture and Chief Performance Architect. He built and scaled engineering teams, optimized Postgres performance, and enhanced enterprise adoption of technologies such as PGD, failover management, and storage extensions. He also played a critical role in automating benchmarking processes, strengthening customer confidence, and establishing Postgres as the standard for major financial institutions.
Prior to EDB, Vibhor was the Director of Customer Success & Professional Services at Uptycs, where he improved product adoption and retention by launching 24/7 support and consulting services. Earlier, as Director of Solution Architecture at EDB, he developed tailored enterprise solutions, enabled partner success, and built high-performing solution architecture teams.
Vibhor’s technical journey began with roles at IBM Global Services, BMC Software, and CMC Ltd., gaining experience in database administration, cloud computing, DevOps, and performance tuning. His well-rounded expertise has made him a trusted authority in enterprise technology solutions.
Currently furthering his leadership development through the Wharton Executive Education CTO Program, Vibhor holds a Master’s in Computer Application from the Army Institute of Management, Kolkata, and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the University of Lucknow.