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At the intersection of science, soul, and society, Minhaaj is an unorthodox teacher, one that translates complexity into clarity, data into wisdom, and innovation into deeper human meaning. At Psyda, the AI-powered research agency he founded, he leads a global mission to decode the human mind through psychographic profiling, machine learning, and deep neural networks—crafting data-driven stories that empower executives to make decisions not just with confidence, but with clarity. What Psyda offers is more than insights. It’s foresight. Leveraging behavioral data and cognitive science, Psyda transforms raw information into stunning story dashboards, executive-ready whitepapers, captivating infographics, and strategic blueprints. Their work doesn't just inform decisions—it elevates them. As official partners of Microsoft, Adobe, and IBM, Psyda is helping future-ready organizations outpace their competition in both intelligence and imagination. Minhaaj’s journey is anything but ordinary. Born in a modest town in rural Pakistan, with limited access to resources, he paid ten cents an hour at internet cafés in 90s when they started mushrooming, just to explore the world beyond his immediate reach. It was there, through MIRC chatrooms, that his imagination and universal horizon expanded. Sparked by a deeply intellectual and nurturing mother ,who held a Ph.D in Chemistry and lived her life as a trailblazer, radio host, drama writer and published author and chemistry professor, his love for learning became insatiable. What began as simple curiosity about the world beyond his small town, soon evolved into a lifelong pursuit of knowledge across borders, cultures, and disciplines which took him to remotest corners of the world in an illuminating odyssey. At one point, during his years in Europe, he experienced homelessness and sold newspapers on the streets of Stockholm—an experience that deepened his empathy and strengthened his sense of purpose. These early hardships shaped not only his resolve but also his quiet reverence for the human condition. His long conversations with gypsyies in Romania, Dumpster divers in Berlin and Shiatsu practitioners in Slovenia gave him different colored lens to see the same view in nuanced manner. Over the years, he has come to embrace Sufism and the spiritual traditions of the East, grounding his intellectual pursuits in compassion, silence, and introspective wisdom. He has delivered memorable lectures at top institutions like the University of Wollongong (Dubai) and MBUZAI Abu Dhabi, and holds guest professor roles at universities across the globe. His teaching is unorthodox, deeply human, and profoundly transformative—earning him not just praise, but lasting bonds and fond memories with students who often describe his classes as life-changing. His storytelling, lived experience, structural logic and profound empathy has won him numerous accolades from thought-leaders around the world. Whether in a lecture hall or an informal gathering, he builds meaningful connections that leave a deep imprint on those he mentors. His academic grounding includes an MBA, a year of undergraduate Computational Physics, doctoral research in business psychology, and intensive training at Georgia State University’s Research Data Services program. Minhaaj’s influence doesn’t stop in the classroom only. He’s a global thought leader, an advisory council member at Harvard Business Review, a certified trainer for RStudio and MAXQDA, and a professional reviewer of best-selling books published by O’Reilly, Wiley, and Packt. He has over 34,000 LinkedIn followers, consistently ranks in the top 1% of influencers in Research Services, and is part of the prestigious International High IQ Society. His lasting contribution, translated version of the NEO IPIP-300 personality test in Urdu, is widely being used by clinical psychologists, academic researchers, and policy think-tanks—making personality science more accessible across linguistic and cultural barriers. He also consults for top knowledge management companies in the world like Alphasights and Guidepoint. As host of the globally acclaimed Minhaaj Podcast—ranked among the world’s top 36 podcasts in AI & Data Science by Graphext in 2022—he’s held long-form conversations with intellectual and innovative leaders: from Twitter’s Director of Data Science Lisa Cohen to neuroscientist Boris Konrad and AGI experts from Google, Facebook, Amazon, and beyond. His show is a gold mine for the curious—illuminating ideas across quantum computing, deep learning, brain-computer interfaces, and collective intelligence. He’s been a guest on celebrated platforms like Leaders of Analytics, Data Nerd Herd, and Data Professor—sharing insight on data ethics, AI, and the human side of technology. Through these conversations, he continues to engage diverse audiences with thought-provoking ideas at the intersection of science, society, and innovation. Diagnosed with autism later in life, Minhaaj has become a passionate advocate for neurodiversity. His own isolation, alienation and voicelessness in early years leading to self-doubt, guilt and shame lead to self-discovery and regaining the faith in his novelty. His advocacy includes public speaking, mentorship, and community education—aimed at destigmatizing the autistic experience and celebrating cognitive difference. He is also a certified CBT therapist and personality assessor of tools like NEO-IPIP and other similar tools based on Big Five Model. For his work, he was invited to speak on a high-profile autism awareness panel hosted by Dr. Charlotte Valeur for International Autism Awareness Day—an event featured on the official YouTube channel of the United Nations. In 2025, he was invited to join a distinguished panel on autism at the World Economic Forum in Davos, alongside leading neurodiversity advocate Dr. Maureen Dunne—further cementing his status as a voice in global conversations around inclusion, identity, and human potential. Topmate put his picture up on NY Timessquare as elite advisor in AI and Data Science on the platform in May 2025. A pioneer in Pakistan’s Wikipedia movement and an early board member of WikiEducator, Minhaaj was shortlisted and interviewed for the TED Talk India Fellowship for his efforts in democratizing knowledge and empowering learners in the Global South. His views on Copyleft, FOSS movement and Open Source have been published in various publications. His philanthropic work spans Asia and Africa, where he supports schools, provides mentorship and internships, funds education, and uplifts the next generation of creators and changemakers. He is a peer reviewer for respected academic journals such as Current Psychology and IRRODL, consistently encouraging young researchers to explore new frontiers and interdisciplinary thinking. His book Psychometrics in Human Resource Management is a bold exploration of how personality data can reduce human suffering and help predict behavioral outcomes at scale. He analyzes how these tests have been used for thousands of years in recruitment and skill development in ancient China, India and across the globe. Minhaaj has globe-trotted most of his life, extensively across the continents—from the northern landscapes of Sweden to the misty mountains of Rwanda, from sacred Middle Eastern deserts to the vibrant archipelagos of Southeast Asia—gathering the wisdom of the world through stories, cultures, and human connection. On his voyages, he loves to meet intellectuals, artists, performers, creators, politicians and religious leaders to gain inspiration for his work and to learn from them. He speaks eight languages and has documented his journey in the travelogue Param Yok. His second book, Rekindling from the Forgotten, is a powerful collection of op-eds published in leading newspapers, addressing themes ranging from education and ethics to technology and geopolitics. When he's not building the future of ethical AI or reshaping education, you might find him meditating and healing in the Himalayas or elsewhere, conversing with shepherds by alpine lakes, or quietly reflecting on life, love, and the cosmos. He lives between Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Indonesia, and the Middle East—and remains open to meaningful conversations with anyone striving to grow, create, or contribute in their own unique way. Over the years he has developed a framework based on his learnings from Traditional Chinese Medicine, Depth Psychology, Psychometrics, Astrology, Spirituality, Numerology and lived experiences that he loves to share with people in the hope that they can find meaning in life like has.
$1,501 - $5,000
Shannon has spent the last 30 years as a motivational speaker, leader, and coach. He has worked with individuals, nonprofits, corporate America, schools, and churches. His experience and reach are diverse and have taken him around the world, speaking to over two million people in his lifetime. Shannon's honesty, candor, and wisdom motivate his listeners to not give up on dreams. Instead, to reimagine a fulfilling future. To capitalize on both strengths and weaknesses to accomplish goals and stay motivated. His mission is to share his life story with and after mental illness offering the tools and wisdom he has learned along the way. Shannon is from the Pacific Northwest and attended USC; his knowledge gained on the field has fueled his life-long love for coaching others to be their best and overcome every obstacle. Shannon's life and message are simple yet life-changing. If you don't quit, you win.
$1,501 - $5,000
Robert Kayanja is a prominent figure in the Christian community, best known for his role as the founder and senior pastor of the Miracle Centre Cathedral in Kampala. He is also a successful entrepreneur and the CEO of Channel 44 Television (Miracle Ltd), a Christian television channel. Kayanja has been recognized for his humanitarian efforts, particularly in spearheading food aid to South Sudan, which earned him accolades from President Yoweri Museveni. In 2014, Kayanja was won the Worldsavers Man of the Year for his contributions to the Christian community and his philanthropic work. Additionally, he was awarded the VIGA Merit Award, which is Uganda's National Interdenominational gospel award that recognizes and rewards peers for their musical accomplishments. Kayanja continues to inspire and empower others through his ministry, leadership, and entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Sama Kubba is a trailblazer in the field of diplomacy, having become the first-ever student diplomat from the United States to be stationed in Taiwan. With an impressive academic background that includes graduating in 2024 with a concurrent Bachelor's and Master's degree from Harvard in Middle Eastern Studies and East Asian Studies, she is well-equipped to tackle the challenges of this new posting. Sama is also conducting unique research on China's influence in the Middle East, which promises to be both timely and insightful. As an Iraqi refugee, Sama's personal story is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who have overcome adversity to pursue their dreams. Sama Kubba is a young woman with an impressive list of accomplishments. As a representative for the Harvard team at the 2021 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Policy Hackathon, Kubba proved herself to be a talented and creative diplomat. Her exceptional skills led her to being selected as the 2021 Girl Security National Security Fellow, further adding to her credentials as a rising star in international relations. Kubba has gained diverse experience in the field, from advocating and translating for immigrants and refugees during her time as Immigration Intern for Senator Elizabeth Warren, to serving as the Finance Director for the 2023 Harvard Arab Conference. Kubba's leadership skills were recognized during her time as the President of the Harvard Undergraduate Foreign Policy Initiative. The future looks bright for Sama Kubba, as she continues to make waves in the world of politics and diplomacy. Sama Kubba is a student at Harvard Innovation Student Labs, and a young entrepreneur looking to change the fitness community for the better. She's been working tirelessly on an app called Train&Win, which has a three-fold purpose: lower the cost of workout programs, offer cash incentives, and make weight loss more accessible. With Train&Win, users can access a competitive marketplace of fitness trainers, choose from a wide range of workout programs, and earn cash rewards for every workout they complete. For Sama, this app isn't just about making a profit. It's about helping people achieve their fitness goals in a way that's affordable and accessible to everyone. Through her work, Sama is not only paving the way for her own success, but for the success of countless others in their fitness journeys.
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MBA in IB from globsyn b-school.Good knowledge of Mental health issues specially schizophrenia as i have gone through it.
$0 - $250
I am a Licensed Professional Clinically Counselor that survived and healed from a near death experience, while on the job. My story started when I was attacked by a civilly committed sexual offender in the Minnesota Sex Offender Program in Moose Lake, Minnesota. On January 19, 2019 a resident used a shank in an attempt to execute me in a chair, while I was managing a living unit community meeting. My healing journey began with the attack, my escape and the several month-long recovery from post traumatic stress disorder. My talks include specific understanding of trauma, how it effects some, but not all in a situation. I can tailor talks to any organization and personal experience of how to heal from a tragic event as a person, as an organization, and allows discussion to pro-actively address issues in your culture that could lead to tremendous healing and recovery from trauma.
$1,501 - $5,000
Keynote Speaker at international events and Corporate Trainer in USA, Germany, Italy, Austria, Sweden, Spain, China, India, Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Venezuela, Peru and Costa Rica. Helped 31 multinational companies to increase productivity by deploying synergy with their multicultural teams. Trained 1.400+ C-suite, team leaders, and expatriates on cross-cultural adaptation, intercultural negotiation, and multicultural team leadership. Global Talent Head. Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Manager. International matrix structures. Corporate Culture and Multicultural HR Leader. International Talent Acquisition Head. Compensation & Benefits Designer. Cross cultural Motivation Manager. Sharing 20+ years of international working experience to develop and scale up People departments at Software companies in a fast, business-oriented and data-driven way. Led Global Talent, International Business, and Marketing areas. Working experience in Europe, North America, South America, and Asia for Software, Technology, and Consumer Goods companies, serving B2C and B2B clients. Other Professional Activities: Professor of Diversity & Inclusion Management, Cross-Cultural Negotiation, International Marketing, and Market Entry Strategy at different graduate programs. Member of the Board of Directors at companies in different industries. Proficiency in English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese.
$1,501 - $5,000
Justin Bean is an impact-focused tech executive who has worked with Fortune 500s, Silicon Valley startups, and non- profit organizations to achieve triple-bottom-line (people, planet, profit) results, as an intrapreneur and entrepreneur, consultant, mentor, and thought leader. He is the author of What Could Go Right: Designing our ideal future to emerge from continual crises to a thriving world. He has authored many syndicated articles and has been interviewed by the New York Times, Forbes, The Hill, Fast Company, Big Think, NBC, South China Morning Post, and others on topics ranging from smart cities, sustainable technology, AI and IoT, and industry solutions to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and social issues.
$5,001 - $10,000
Mehar Sindhu Batra, is the founder and CEO of MSB Vision – an organisation with the vision to “empower young professionals to recognise & reach their true potential and accelerate their careers.” She created a community through her Instagram page - MSBVision where one can find regular informative, well-researched, inspirational and empowering content which can help young minds become better students, learners, professionals, entrepreneurs and above all, strong individuals. Born and raised in New Delhi, she is a Chartered Accountant and an MBA from Imperial College, who now lives in London. She has 8+ years of work experience at top-tier companies such as KPMG & E&Y as well as startups in India and the UK. She has given talks at various universities including the King's College London, and IIMs in India and has also been on the panel of BBC for career-related events. She is a TEDx and Josh Talks Speaker and has been featured on BBC, Times of India, Entrepreneur India and many more publications. She has mentored 5000+ people through 1:1 coaching sessions and university workshops on various topics such as building a career strategy, excelling at work, creating a professional brand and communicating effectively.
$1,501 - $5,000
I am a process-oriented, superbly creative, interdisciplinary community liaison with a Bachelor’s in dance and a Master’s in information technology. As an epic public speaker, I have wowed audiences by disappearing within a box stuffed with swords, creating life, and even going skydiving with the Queen. But my experience goes far beyond theatrics. As an active technical contributor and maintainer of several smaller open source projects, including Temporal, CockroachDB, Tinkerbell, RDO, Fedora Project, OpenStack, TripleO, and DjangoGirls, I have honed my skills in explaining complex technical concepts in a way that is accessible to everyone. My unique blend of technical expertise, creativity, and fearlessness in discussing sensitive topics like mental health, make me the ideal candidate for any speaking engagement. I have been honored to speak at numerous events, including Python Web Conf, PHP UK Conference, All Day DevOps, All Things Open, Dash, Replay, KCDC, and more. At these events, I have tackled difficult topics head-on, from discussing how to build an OSS community milestone by milestone, to diving into new technologies and hacks for more efficient work, to shaping the future of backend development, and even embracing your inner child to jumpstart growth. With experience ranging from playing with Roaches at Heroic Labs, Mythical Games, and Devsisters, to sharing practical Python tips and SQL query optimizations for speed and efficiency, I bring a unique perspective to the stage. I am passionate about open source and have contributed to a variety of projects, including CockroachDB, Django, Ansible, and Camunda, to name just a few. As a community leader, I have co-hosted PRXMTY EMEA and Contributing Today, discussing mental health in open source and diversity and inclusion in community. I was also a panelist on Pluralsight Link 2022 DevRel and spoke about architecture of a serverless database at DeveloperWeek Europe. With years of experience as a community liaison, public speaker, and technical contributor, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a dynamic presence to any event. I look forward to sharing my passion for technology, creativity, and community with your audience.
$5,001 - $10,000
Philip Lovin is a logistics expert with more than 30-years of experience. Currently, he is a director of logistics, a role he has held since 2022. In the short time that he has been in the role, Lovin has helped streamline operations for a multi-site operation and deal with operational deficiencies. Within 90-days of joining the role of director, Lovin managed to cut down on shipping errors by 30%. Prior to his current role, Lovin worked as the GM COO for Reap, a role he held between 2017 and 2022. Like in his current role, Lovin was exceptional. He managed to help increase profits by 18% in his first year on the job. He did this by increasing efficiency of the company’s transport section through a complete reorganization. Other roles that Philip Lovin has successfully held in the past include GM of A SHOW OF HANDS between 2002 and 2017, Public service (1990 – 2001), and Logistics Manager at Stewarts between 1985 and 1988. Lovin’s successful career is strongly anchored on his strong academic background. Lovin holds a Bachelor of Science in Philosophy from Lasalle University, and a Master of Science degree in Philosophy from Morthland College. These credentials have helped him understand people management, which is a critical factor in business management. Outside of work, Lovin is a spiritual person, and this is evident in the fact that he holds a Ph.D. in theology from Andersonville. His spiritual background has informed his works of charity globally. Lovin has been to missionary works in Kenya and the Philippines.
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