Melissa Drew is an international keynote speaker with over 30 years of data and digital transformation expertise. Her professional career has contributed to her breadth and depth of knowledge working in the private sector, with startups, and as a consultant with Kearny, Deloitte, and IBM. She focuses on how emerging technologies impact procurement and supply chain organizations.

Ms. Drew was ranked #34 of the Top 100 Women in Supply Chain 2023, was named a Top 25 Global Consultant, and is a Top 50 Global Thought Leader and Influencer on Supply Chain 2024. She hosts the “Impact of Data & AI Literate Citizen' podcast, interviewing female leaders worldwide about their perspectives on today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Ms. Drew is a TEDX speaker and is featured in a variety of digital magazines and technology podcasts. Recently, she became the founder of the non-profit organization, The AI Literate Citizen, with a mission to advocate and educate AI literacy to all global citizens of all ages. Melissa's personal life, including her dedication to her twin teenage daughters and her love for international travel, adds a relatable touch to her professional profile. When not writing or speaking, Ms. Drew mentors others and tries to keep up with her busy life. One of her most outstanding achievements is to remain cancer-free since October 2022.
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She has worked and lived abroad in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, the Netherlands, France, China, South Korea, and Malaysia.

Update: Her first book, “The Evolution of Procurement and Supply Management Transformation—Removing Obstacles to Success,” will be published in Q1 2025. Her second book, “The Impact of AI in Procurement and Supply Management,” has been approved for a tentative publication date of Q4 2025.

I’m Kayne McGladrey, keynote speaker CISSP, the Field CISO for Hyperproof, senior IEEE member, and author of the GRC Maturity Model. With nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity, I specialize in helping organizations navigate the intersection of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) to build more secure and resilient businesses.

My work focuses on enabling CISOs, internal audit teams, and executives to align cybersecurity and business goals, communicate effectively with boards, and proactively address evolving global regulations. As a recognized thought leader, I’ve been spoken at events like Gartner IT Security & Risk, RSA, ISACA GRC, and the ISC2 Congress. My presentations are nuanced, accessible, and actionable, offering attendees practical guidance on current cybersecurity challenges and opportunities.

Throughout my career, I’ve advised Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies, leveraging my ability to bridge the gap between business and technology. I’m passionate about reducing organizational friction, improving GRC maturity, and inspiring underrepresented communities to pursue cybersecurity careers.

An accomplished professional who was confident on the outside while quietly navigating inner challenges, Ruth brings a deeply personal understanding of the struggles so many 40+ professionals face. Her journey through burnout and rediscovery of purpose has shaped her mission: to help other ambitious professionals reconnect with their strengths, reclaim their well-being, and thrive in every aspect of life.

WORKING WITH RUTH
When you work with Ruth Pearce, you benefit from her expertise in Law, Economics, Project Management, Coaching, Mentoring, and Mediation. She brings 25 years of experience managing large projects across financial services, state government, and nonprofits.

She has trained coaches and mentors for over 8 years, is the author of Be Hopeful, Be Strong, Be Brave, Be Curious (Wiley, 2024) and Be A Project Motivator (Berrett-Koehler, 2018), and has successfully navigated complex professional and personal transitions. She is the instructor for five LinkedIn Learning courses, over 500 hours of coaching under her belt and recently partnered with Amigo to develop an AI Coaching Assistant to enhance her coaching offerings. Never a replacement for human coaching, the AI assistant helps you stay on your chosen path when human coaching is out of reach.

WHAT SETS RUTH APART?
It’s the connection she creates with every audience, client or casual acquaintance. Her warmth, authenticity, and expertise foster an atmosphere of trust and transformation. Working with Ruth, you gain more than just knowledge—you gain a partner in creating sustainable, positive change. Whether leading workshops, speaking on stage, or coaching one-on-one, Ruth focuses on cultivating cultures that prioritize mental well-being while driving innovation and productivity.

Clients leave her sessions feeling empowered, supported, and ready to face challenges with renewed clarity and confidence.

As one attendee put it:
"I love how Ruth is presenting the topics, she actually moves my mindset from theory into practice, from thinking to doing indeed! That is huge to me!" – Adina Lehene

Ruth Commits to:
Giving your audience an unforgettable experience, including honest recommendations if she's not the best fit.
Professionalism and flexibility—Ruth understands the complexities of event planning and strives to make collaboration seamless.
Responsiveness and accessibility, from pre-event planning to post-event follow-up.

President and co-founder of Delphi Group, a Boston-based think tank and technology management advisory firm.

- Keynote Speaker

- Futurist focusing on the implications of disruptive technology on global organizations and society

- Core competencies in the areas of Innovation, the Future of Technology, AI, Business Strategy, Leadership, Organizational Behavior, Generational Issues

- Frequent Keynote Presenter www.TKspeaks.com

-Ten published books include, The Gen Z Effect, Cloud Surfing, The Innovation Zone, Smartsourcing: Driving Innovation and Growth through Outsourcing, Corporate Instinct, Smart Companies: Smart Tools, and The X-economy have introduced core industry concepts, frameworks and vernacular such as Single Point of Access, Touch Points, Digital Control Rooms, Business Operating Systems and Corporate IQ, that are widely used today in describing the impact of technology on business.

-Articles and market insights appearing frequently in national and international print and broadcast media such as Forbes, BusinessWeek, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Economist, CNBC, CNN and NPR.

- Visiting Lecturer at Boston University School of Management

- Executive in Residence and Professor of Innovation at Bentley University

- Former Executive Director Babson College Center for Business Innovation

-Was adjunct professor at the Boston College Wallace E. Carroll Graduate School of Management and a guest lecturer at the Boston University School of management.

- Executive Director of the Perot Systems Innovation Lab

Specialties: Focus on social/human/business impact of leading edge trends

Michael is an experienced high-tech leader, board member, software industry analyst, podcast host and consultant. He is a thought leader and published author on emerging trends in business software, CRM and customer experience strategies and technology, automation, AI and generative AI, and building a digital first enterprise. As a senior market researcher and leader Michael has deep experience in business software market research, starting new tech businesses and go-to-market models in large and small software companies.

Currently Michael is the Founder, CEO and Chief Analyst at Arion Research, a global cloud advisory firm; and an advisor to G2, Board Chairman at LocatorX, board member and fractional chief strategy officer at Spotlogic. He Co-Hosts the show In the Hot Seat on PPN and hosts the Disambiguation Podcast. Formerly the chief research officer at G2, he was responsible for helping software and services buyers use the crowdsourced insights, data, and community in the G2 marketplace. Prior to joining G2, Mr. Fauscette led IDC’s worldwide enterprise software application research group for almost ten years. He also held executive roles with seven software vendors including Autodesk, Inc. and PeopleSoft, Inc. and five VC-backed technology startups.

Michael partners with technology vendors and brands providing thought leadership content development, custom research, keynotes, podcasting and consulting. He often works with technology startups and enterprise vendors on business strategy, go to market strategies, customer advocacy strategies, product led growth, subscription business models and operations, product market positioning, competitive intelligence, leadership development, and product roadmaps.

Host of Transform Talks Podcast Series | 100 Most Influential Women Supply Chain Leaders - Helping Supply Chain and Manufacturing leaders cut through the hype of Transformation | Gartner Peer Community Ambassador

Advisor • Executive Coach • Keynote Speaker • Author • Facilitator • Podcaster

CB Bowman is a towering figure in organizational leadership and executive coaching, celebrated for her pioneering contributions and transformative impact on leadership dynamics within corporations. As a venerated expert in courageous leadership, CB's seminal work, "Courage to Leap & Lead…A Roadmap for Redefining Failure Into Success," has ascended to the pinnacle of acclaim, securing the number one spot in five distinguished categories on Amazon, including Best New Release, Organizational Change, Business Production & Operations, Business Inclusion & Diversity, and Organizational Behavior. This monumental achievement underscores her profound influence on contemporary business thought and practice.

A sought-after voice in the global dialogue on leadership, CB has graced platforms such as the Renaissance Weekend, earning recognition on the Power List of the Top 200 Biggest Voices in Leadership for two consecutive years by Leadershum. Her expertise and innovative approaches have also been acknowledged by Thinkers50, listing her among the top 50 coaches worldwide and by Global Gurus, who placed her among the top 15 experts in branding. Moreover, her unparalleled skill in enhancing coaching quality has been ranked number one by Marshall Goldsmith in his Top Global Coaches, solidifying her position as a luminary in the field.

Under the moniker of the Courage Consultant, CB helms the award-winning "Courage: To Leap & Lead" videocast and podcast, further extending her influence as the CEO of the Association of Corporate Executive Coaches (ACEC). Her certification as a global "Certified Master Corporate Executive Coach" complements her trusted advisor and corporate executive coach role, with her "Courage To Leap & Lead" newsletter on LinkedIn amassing over 3,200 subscribers—a testament to her captivating insights and leadership acumen.

CB's keynote speeches and workshops, such as "The Courage to Leap & Lead" and "Implementing Courage to Increase Innovation," are renowned for inspiring and motivating, encouraging individuals and organizations alike to pursue excellence through courage and innovative problem-solving. Her approach redefines the perception of courage within the corporate sphere, advocating for a culture where failure is seen as a stepping stone to success.

Her foundational role in establishing the ACEC as a change-making organization within the coaching industry reflects her commitment to excellence and accountability in executive coaching. The ACEC, under her leadership, champions mastery-level coaches working with top-tier organizations, offering the prestigious MCEC (Master Corporate Executive Coach certification) through the MEECO Leadership Institute.

CB's influence extends beyond coaching, significantly contributing to marketing and branding. As the former head of branding for ready-to-eat cereals at General Foods, she was instrumental in shaping iconic brands' visual and market presence, earning accolades for her marketing and branding prowess. Her leadership roles in various organizations, including co-founding the National Association for Interior Designers and serving as Chairperson for the North Plainfield, New Jersey's Historic Commission, further illustrate her multifaceted career.

An esteemed academic, CB's educational background includes a graduation from the New School for Social Research and an MBA from Pace University. Her roles as an adjunct professor and instructor have enabled her to share her vast knowledge and experience with the next generation of leaders.

CB Bowman's contributions to coaching, leadership, and organizational development are immeasurable, marked by her unwavering commitment to fostering courage, innovation, and transformation within the corporate world. Her work inspires and guides leaders and organizations toward achieving their fullest potential, embodying the essence of courageous leadership in every endeavor.

Transformation Affiliations:
Renaissance Weekend • Thnkers50 • Global Gurus • Stakeholder Centered Coaching (SCC) by Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Ph.D. • Master Certified Coach (CMC) by The Behavioral Institute • Board Certified Coach (BCC) by the Center for Credentialing & Education • Master Corporate Executive Coach (MCEC) by the MEECO Leadership Institute • LinkedIn Live broadcaster • Apple Podcast broadcaster •

Contact & Follow:
CB loves to connect with risk-takers, movers, and shakers in the C-Suite and decision-makers focused on expansion and growth—Profit, Products, and Profile.

E-mail: cb@cbbowman.com
Website: https://www.courage-consulting.com

Speaking Agency: https://www.letsengage.com/talent/cb-bowman/

Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/courage-to-leap-lead-6874133122783469568/ https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/courage-to-leap-lead-6874133122783469568/
Podcast: https://followthepodcast.com/courage

Dr. Anthony J. Rhem is a recognized thought leader, author and consultant in Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Management, Big Data, Information Architecture, and Innovation. Since 1990 he has served as CEO/Principal Consultant of A.J. Rhem & Associates Inc. (AJRA), a system integration consulting, training & research firm specializing in Knowledge Management (KM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Anthony consults with Fortune 1000 companies, international corporations, KM and AI software vendors, corporate boards, venture capitalist, Federal and State agencies, delivering technology solutions, strategies, governance, and architecture in the areas of Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Management.

As a board member and advisor Dr Rhem’s current work includes member of the George Mason University STEP Collective, member of the Kent University KM Advisory Team, Founding Member of the Editorial Board of AI and Ethics Journal by Springer; Corporate Advisory Board (focus on AI) of Halen Technologies, Technology Council of Advisors Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) on AI and KM; and Member of the National Science Foundation SBIR (Small Business Innovative Research) Review Panel in the areas of AI, KM and Education Solutions. Anthony speaks internationally at AI, and KM conferences and has written several books and dozens of articles for trade journals in AI, KM, healthcare, management, and law.

As a professor and corporate Instructor, Dr Rhem has had the pleasure of training hundreds of personnel across many corporations, government and military agencies in the principles, practice and application of strategic management, software engineering, knowledge management, information architecture and artificial intelligence. Anthony’s educational background includes IEEE CertifAIEd™ Authorized Lead Assessor in AI Ethics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in AI Leadership; Walden University, Knowledge Management; Dartmouth University Tuck School of Business, Advance Executive Management Training; Clark Atlanta University, Executive Management Training; DePaul University, Computer Science/AI; Purdue University, Management (Additional Concentration in Computer Science).

Dr. Carboni stands as the preeminent global authority on sustainable project management. His pioneering tools and methodologies have become the benchmark for green practices, garnering global adoption by corporations, organizations, and governments to weave sustainability seamlessly into their project frameworks.

A distinguished alumnus of Ball State University, Dr. Carboni holds a Ph.D. in Sustainable Development and Environment. His portfolio encompasses over 25 years across multifaceted domains of project management—spanning government, finance, consulting, manufacturing, and the academic sphere.

An esteemed voice in the industry, Dr. Carboni regularly takes the stage at conferences and symposiums related to project management and sustainability. His expertise is not just bound by geography; he has left his mark in more than 55 nations.

His notable accolades include his tenure as President Emeritus of the International Project Management Association (IPMA) in the U.S. and his pivotal role on the Global advisory board.

As the visionary behind GPM® (Green Project Management), Dr. Carboni's influence extends into academia, serving as a visiting professor at Skema Business School.

His commitment to global causes is evident as the GPM representative to the United Nations Global Compact. Dr. Carboni was a foundational signatory for both the Business for Peace Initiative and the Anti-Corruption Call to Action. Furthermore, he was instrumental in crafting the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (SDGs).

Beyond his vast professional contributions, Dr. Carboni is renowned for introducing the PRiSM™ project delivery methodology and the P5 Standard for Sustainability in Project Management. His educational modules on Green and Sustainable Project Management are taught in over 145 countries, thanks to collaborations with professional training entities, business consortiums, and esteemed universities. His writing prowess shines in his leading work, "Sustainable Project Management."

As the founder and president of Bridgepoint Coaching & Strategy Group, I specialize in elevating organizational and individual performance across industries including manufacturing, mining, aerospace, financial services, healthcare, oil and gas, rail services, and non-profits. With over 18 years of executive coaching experience, I combine intuitive risk-taking with a deep understanding of industry dynamics to unlock leadership potential and drive exceptional outcomes.

My coaching methodology—Discovery, Design, Develop—centers on tailored partnerships that address each client’s unique challenges and opportunities. This approach ensures sustainable growth and success, helping leaders transition from their current state (“Here”) to their desired future state (“There”). I also leverage innovative coaching strategies for today’s VUCA environments, bridging theory and practice for real-world impact.

Client Testimonials:
"If you are considering a coach, Dean will exceed your expectations. Not a yes man, but someone who will softly and in his unique style, help you see what you need to do and hold you accountable. Dean definitely has that skill and quickly became a trusted friend."
– Corwin Heatwole, Founding Farmer and Chairman

"Dean truly meets his clients where they are. One of the most impactful exercises Dean did with my team was an alignment exercise. To put it mildly, we were not aligned, but Dean worked with the team and me to take concrete steps to improve our cohesiveness and set up structures to track our progress. Even though there were lots of tough conversations, Dean ensured we laughed out loud a lot, which meant I always looked forward to our meetings."
– Feargal Moorhead, Chief People Officer, Zoox

"What I loved most about working with Dean was the fact that he listened to where I was coming from and brought thinking to our conversations that fit that. He reminded me to be a better version of me, not a different person. Dean helped me triage feedback to decide which comments merited action and which didn’t. I hope to work with Dean again in the future!"
– Elizabeth D'Anoy, Vice President, Aggreko

Recognitions:

Ranked #78 on Power List of 200 Biggest Voices in Leadership
Top 10 Global Thought Leader in Business Continuity & Coaching

Dean's work with Fortune 500 CEOs has been featured in publications such as Forbes Magazine, Fast Company, CareerPro, Vistage & Inc. Magazine.