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I’m Frank Montgomery, over the last 30 odd years, I have worked in law enforcement, fire services, food service, hospitality, travel, IT, and more. All are a form of service to me, and require me to see the world around me and the people in it. Recently I have completed two books, both are in the process of being made ready for publication, and I believe them both to be centered on topics that are crucial to understanding the world around us. I also believe that being able to have a conversation when you vehemently disagree is key to ensuring the world doesn't burn with us on it. Disagreements happen every day, from pizza toppings to politics, no two people will agree on everything, and often won't agree on most things in their lives. Understanding that disagreeing is not hate or fear, but simply disagreeing, allows the conversation to happen and each person to learn from the other.
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John Alan "JAK" Keeran spent his career in computers and Intelligent Technology (IT) building a reputation of implementing systems "on-time" and "on-budget". Since computers are an important part of Cognitive Science, JAK migrated into psychology and neuroscience. Through the years, JAK's books, games, and webinars have all been developed around creativity and the workings of the mind and emotions. THE CREATIVITY GAME - As co-author of The Creativity Game, JAK guides others through exercises which develop & enhance innate creativity for problem-solving & personal development. JAK uses The Creativity Game, a fun tool to clarify complex issues through analogies which create potential solutions. EMOTIVE ENERGY - "If you can drive a car, you can understand your brain, your mind, and your emotions." JAK authored the Emotive Energy model in 1985, and it points to the importance of creativity and creative problem-solving as essential traits of life. Emotive Energy uses the analogy of driving a car to explain the workings of both the human mind and computers. JAK's Emotive Energy model overlays Abraham Maslow's Humanism (Hierarchy of Needs) and directly translates into neuroscience & physics. Using Maslow's model as a catalyst, all other psychological models can also be translated down into neuroscience - including Cognitive Science. Emotive Energy is explained in JAK's 2013 book, Re-Ignite Your Creativity: Psychology of the Creative Mind, co-authored by Dr. Kailash Jaitly, former head of a psychiatric hospital. Emotive Energy also correlates strongly with Dr. Gregg Henriques' Behavior Investment Theory. CHAOSTROLOGY - Based upon the premise that we live in a software generated universe (aka a "virtual" or "AI" universe), Chaostrology describes your character and personality traits as well as your "Life Plan" - a plan which you developed before incarnating. Co-authored by JAK, Chaostrology is a radical reconstruction of astrology grounded in hard science using the Magnetosphere (refer to NASA's website), the Solar Wind, and the new mathematics of Chaos Theory. Chaostrology offers a fresh lens for self-understanding and personal growth. The old ideas about astrology are now obsolete; Chaostrology is a hard science. Further, if we live in a software generated universe (a "virtual universe"), then reincarnation becomes a real possibility.
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I’m Anthony Reed, an international Fortune 500 executive based in Dallas, Texas, sharing real-world, first-hand experiences on transforming and motivating professional teams. As a two-time national hall of fame marathon runner, I combine performance mindset, discipline, and resilience with the leadership practices that move organizations from intention to measurable execution. I’m also an author and a forty-time, internationally award-winning documentary writer and director, so I tell stories that help teams see themselves clearly and act decisively. My work translates high-stakes experience into practical leadership behaviors—so leaders inspire with credibility, teams build momentum, and cultures sustain change long after the spotlight fades.
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Ralph E. Johnson Professor of Design, Illinois School of Architecture, UIUC
Chicago, Illinois
Thomas Leslie, FAIA is the Ralph E. Johnson Professor of Design at the University of Illinois, and one of the leading historians of American architecture and building technology. His books and lectures have won praise for clearly explaining how and why buildings are built, and for showing how the "nuts and bolts" of construction are intimately connected to architectural design and aesthetics. His five books include Chicago Skyscrapers, 1934–1986 (winner of the Pattis Family Foundation Chicago Book Award), Chicago Skyscrapers, 1871–1934, Beauty's Rigor: Patterns of Production in the Work of Pier Luigi Nervi, Louis I. Kahn: Building Art, Building Science, and Design-Tech: Building Science for Architects (3rd ed., Routledge, 2025), a widely adopted building technology textbooks in North American architecture schools.
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TEDx Speaker, SXSW London Speaker, Global AI Learning Strategist, sHRBP, and Founder
Austin, Texas
Dr. Yi Zhang is a global learning strategist, TEDx speaker, SXSW London speaker (incoming), and founder who stands at the intersection of human development and technology shifts. With a 15-year career partnering with C-suite and senior leaders, Yi has spearheaded workforce capability initiatives that have positively impacted over 120,000 people at Fortune 100 giants, including Microsoft, Walmart, and United Airlines. With a doctorate from Vanderbilt University, Yi helps people-centric organizations break through the AI overwhelm and rediscover their humanity and what they’re called to build. Whether addressing large conferences or leadership circles, Yi is known for making an emotional connection with the audience and bringing bold truths about AI and human behaviors that ignites change.
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Danique Motzheim is a visionary founder, author, and global entrepreneur who refuses to accept a world where mental wellbeing is a privilege. She is the CEO of BYOU, a wellbeing platform connecting people worldwide to holistic health, beauty, and mental health services, and the founder of the BYOU Impact Foundation, which provides free support for those who need it most. Her journey began after personally experiencing how broken and slow today’s healthcare systems are. Instead of waiting for change, she set out to build it herself, accessible for all, global from the start, and rooted in fairness and human rights. Her bestselling book, The Global Thought Leader Mindset, inspired thousands to shift their thinking and step into their own power. Today, her work goes beyond mindset. She is leading a worldwide movement that breaks down barriers, challenges outdated healthcare systems, and proves that one vision, backed with relentless drive, can scale into global change. Known for her raw honesty and bold presence, Danique speaks and writes with the urgency of someone who has lived what she is fighting for. When she isn’t building BYOU, she is mentoring, speaking to the next generation of leaders, or recharging in nature with her dog, Noa.
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Kurt is a globally-recognized 10x marketer, operator, and speaker. He has built and run early-stage companies as well as those over $500M in annual revenue, assembled teams across six continents, been part of the small team leading an IPO ($880M), and participated in dozens of acquisitions. His unique experience being inside hundreds of high-growth companies with the opportunity to analyze, scale, make changes of leadership, and oversee operations has labeled him “the king of scaling businesses”. Known for being at the front lines for creating several of the marketing channels we all use today, including social media management, influencer marketing, and location-based marketing, with the last five years spent in real estate. In addition to his experience building and/or operating dozens of companies, he has advised hundreds more. As a popular keynote speaker, podcast guest, and author on high-achieving servant leadership, Kurt wants to help people and create environments where people can flourish as themselves. He has appeared on national television shows and periodicals including Wired, TechCrunch, Thrive Global, USA Today, Business 2 Community, WGN Radio, NBC, ABC, and many more. Kurt’s public speaking experience includes hundreds of speeches across the United States and Europe, including presenting at prominent industry events such as PPAI, GDC, EXPCON, the White House, and private company/team workshops. He has served as a Chief Marketing Officer, fractional CMO, strategy officer, Chief Operating Officer, and other roles. He is also the lead inventor of disruptive technologies in 5 industries, with 16 granted patents – demonstrating his ability to quickly understand and explain complex technologies to others. He recently finished a multi-year engagement as VP, Marketing & Operations for eXp Realty (a eXp World Holdings company) where he oversaw the growth of eXp Realty’s Integrated Platform of portals and agent tools, Conferences consistently rank him in the top 10% of all speakers. Reach out to him for a guest on marketing, real estate, or growing American based businesses. He can easily customize previous talks on - High-Achieving Servant Leadership - Identifying the Inflection Point to Unlock 10x Company Growth - How Thinking Like a Servant Delivers Gigantic Results - Influencer Marketing and How to Thrive in the Influence Economy - How to Scale Content Creation and Digital Marketing to Increase Sales - Increasing Your Cadence as an Entrepreneur - How to Leverage Being Wrong to Make Your Best Decisions and others to make your conference, event, or company workshop memorable.
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Reginald “Cool Mill” Shareef is a purpose-driven keynote speaker, technologist, and thought leader who helps individuals and organizations turn Passion into Purpose and information into OPR Intelligence. With a background spanning technology leadership, education, and community impact, Reginald brings clarity to audiences navigating change, uncertainty, and the future of work. At the core of his work is Mission = GPS, a simple yet powerful framework built on Goals, Passions, and Superpowers. Through this lens, Reginald helps people define direction, make aligned decisions, and take ownership of their growth. His sessions are designed to move beyond inspiration, equipping audiences with language, structure, and next steps they can apply immediately. Reginald is also the creator of OPR Intelligence, a practical approach that helps people convert information into Official, Practical, and Real intelligence. In an age of information overload, his work focuses on execution, relevance, and real-world application. Whether speaking to students, professionals, or organizational leaders, Reginald’s message consistently helps audiences gain clarity, confidence, and momentum. His style blends storytelling, strategy, and cultural relevance, making complex ideas accessible and actionable long after the keynote ends.
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Leadership | Culture | Resilience | Public Impact Simantinee Roy is a dynamic global corporate executive, accomplished musical artist, creative entrepreneur and cancer survivor whose voice resonates across boardrooms, stages, and civic platforms. As a Senior Director in the technology sector, she brings over 19 years of leadership experience across North America, Europe, and APAC, with a focus on workplace transformation and global program strategy. Academically, Simantinee is a Civil Engineer with a Master’s in Technology (M.Tech) and an MBA, and holds a Sangeet Visharad (Bachelor’s degree in Indian classical music), reflecting a rare integration of technical rigor and artistic mastery. A classically trained vocalist and international touring performer, Simantinee has shared the stage with some of the most prominent names in Indian entertainment. Her voice also reaches global audiences through creative platforms like Subway Surfers (world’s most-downloaded mobile game). In parallel, she has held public impact roles, serving as a Single-Window Clearance Authority for Tripura Tourism and contributing to City of San Jose cultural initiatives that foster community resilience and diasporic influence. Simantinee is also the founder of Spotlife Studio, a creative platform and label amplifying diasporic voices and cultural expression. She has collaborated with Saregama, India’s iconic music label, launching 100 south asian talents from north america on their platform further cementing her presence in the global Indian music space. Simantinee is also a two-time beauty pageant titleholder, having been crowned Miss Tripura (India) and Miss East India – Miss Photogenic. These early honors reflect her lifelong commitment to representation, confidence on stage, and empowering cultural narratives Simantinee’s talks blend business insight, cultural fluency, and personal resilience. Audiences praise her energy, authenticity, and ability to connect across industries and identities. She speaks on leadership reinvention, culture as soft power, creative economy, diaspora impact, and surviving—and thriving—through adversity.
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Rick is an award-winning Chief Information Security Officer, AI governance researcher, and recognized thought leader in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. With over two decades of experience leading security programs for Fortune 50 healthcare organization and high-growth technology companies, Rick brings real-world expertise to every stage. As an advisor to eight cutting-edge cybersecurity startups and a fractional CISO, Rick has unique insights into emerging threats, innovative security solutions, and the organizational challenges of implementing AI responsibly. His research on AI governance, vibe coding security, and the intersection of technology and business decision-making has been published in leading industry outlets. Rick also has unique expertise talking about neurodiversity in the cybersecurity and corporate world at large. Speaking at national conferences, publishing papers, and talking about the topic on numerous multi-national podcasts.
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Tiffany S. Okirika is a Forbes-recognized technology executive, founder, and systems strategist with 15+ years of experience leading digital transformation across Fortune 500 and public-sector organizations. She is the Founder and CEO of BLELEVATE, a tech-enabled cultural lifestyle platform redefining how consumers and local businesses connect through scalable digital infrastructure. Prior to launching BLELEVATE, Tiffany held senior architecture and strategy roles, through her firm Skyspace Global, where she built enterprise platforms, modernized legacy systems, and advised C-suite leaders on automation, AI-enabled workflows, and technology governance. Tiffany is known for translating complex technology into clear, executable strategy. Her work sits at the intersection of systems design, business transformation, and economic innovation, helping leaders move from vision to execution with confidence.
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Junaid Ahmed is a Home Studio Architect, video podcast strategist, and founder of Humblezone and Home Studio Mastery. With 30+ years as a technology enthusiast and 20+ years in design, video, and digital systems, he helps entrepreneurs, speakers, podcasters, and experts transform ordinary rooms into high-trust video studios that elevate their authority before they even speak. As host of the Hacks & Hobbies podcast with 800+ interviews, Junaid understands what makes people show up with clarity, confidence, and credibility on camera. His work blends studio design, storytelling, technology, AI, and personal branding to help meaningful voices become visible, trusted, and remembered.
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