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Brij Kishore Pandey is a Principal Software Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. Specializing in enterprise architecture and digital transformation, Brij excels in developing cutting-edge microservice-based applications and implementing large-scale data pipelines. At ADP, he leads strategic initiatives leveraging AI and machine learning to process petabytes of data for informed decision-making. With a career spanning roles at American Express, Cognizant, and CGI, Brij has consistently delivered high-impact solutions aligning technology with business objectives. He is currently authoring a book on ""Building ETL Pipelines with Python"" and actively explores applications of Generative AI in enterprise solutions. A thought leader and mentor, Brij contributes to the tech community through his role as a Peer Mentor at MentorCruise and by driving innovation in software engineering and data management.

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Meet Cami Travis-Groves, a certified trauma-informed coach, podcaster, and recovering graphic designer with over 30 years of experience. Grounded in her background in art, she specializes in guiding creatives to overcome their inner critic and unleash their full potential. Based in Kansas City, Coach Cami is an international speaker and author, celebrated for her good juju and genuine care. With her authentic approach and unwavering belief in each individual's strengths, she's committed to helping you discover the path to personal growth and fulfillment. If you're ready to unleash your creativity and live a life that truly inspires you, Cami is here to support you every step of the way.

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As an interaction designer with a diverse background, I bring a unique perspective to the field of UX design. With 4 years of experience spanning corporate, goverment, and startup environments, I developed abilities to adapt and thrive in various professional settings. My journey began in architecture, where I earned a PhD in computational design for architecture and fabrication. However, my passion for human-centered design led me to transition into UX, where I now leverage my creative skills to craft intuitive, user-friendly experiences. My work is driven by a desire to bridge the gap between design and other stakeholders, helping organizations understand the strategic value of design in achieving business success.

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Carlsson Chee is a seasoned design leader and technologist with over 17 years of international professional experience. He specialises in connecting business strategies with human behavior, cultural considerations, and research-driven design. Carlsson is known for his ability to design scalable and innovative award-winning products and services, where his work has contributed significantly to sustainable growth and enhanced customer experiences—in both past and present roles. Currently, Carlsson is with Standard Chartered, where he collaborates closely with engineers and business stakeholders to consolidate and improve user experience with more inclusive processes that drive engineering efficiency and bank growth. Additionally, he is active in mentoring and sharing his insights on design and technology through newsletters, podcasts and occasional articles on various platforms.

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Chaochao brings 15 years of strategy, business analytics and product management experience across airline, fintech, and consumer tech industries. Most recently, she served as the head of fraud at Chewy, and prior to that, she was Senior Product Director at Visa responsible for all machine learning products on online fraud detection.

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I’m an award-winning creative strategist, proud father of 2, husband, and a kick-ass career coach, bringing global, unique perspectives, and innovative solutions to the conversation. ​From “one-man-show” startups, to Forbes’s 500 Top enterprise companies. He has built and led teams to success for the company as well as fostering great careers within those teams. ​As a career coach, he has successfully helped over 11K people find their way and seized a new career path. ​He hopes to inspire you into taking the first steps into a new chapter in your career journey!

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Christina Waterman is a multidisciplinary professional with over a decade of combined expertise in Marketing and UX Design. A huge advocate for using intentional networking as a career-building strategy, she has trained herself and others on how to network like a boss, with all quality and no cringe.

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I am a compassionate + curious champion for all creatives, helping them to do their best + most inspired work. I balance my time building and leading empowered and engaged teams. and shaping seasoned + emerging talent through teaching, mentorship, and coaching. I currently serve as the Senior Vice President, Experience Research + Design at O3, am an Adjunct Professor at the ArtCenter College of Design, and a UX program mentor at the University of Texas McCombs School of Business. I earned a Master's in User Experience Design from MICA and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design from Tyler School of Art, and reside in Los Angeles with my husband and French Bulldog, Fonz.

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Chris is a self-taught product designer turned entrepreneur. He's the founder of UX Playbook. Before that, he was Head of Design and he's worked with various startups and house hold names like Google, Nike, Coca Cola.

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For more than a decade I have delivered digital projects, management strategies, and served as a trusted advisor to founders and executive teams. Specializing in operational business processes and product strategy, I’ve worked with fortune-100 brands in B2B & B2C. My passion is challenging the status quo, asking tough questions, and being unafraid to face hard decisions head on to launch your big ideas.

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"I’m a Product Design Lead and Creative Thinker with 20 years of experience in product design and advertising. I am deeply passionate about the intersection of technology and human creativity. Recognising AI as the next technological evolution set to transform our lives and work, my goal is to empower others to embrace AI, not just as a tool but as a catalyst for creating more meaningful and impactful design solutions."

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Delisa Lopez is a seasoned UX design leader with over a decade of experience shaping impactful user experiences and driving business outcomes. Known for her ability to unite teams around common goals (and have fun doing it), she fosters environments where designers build confidence, solve complex problems, and deliver results. She is an active mentor in the industry, working with organizations like TechWomen, Latinas in Tech, and Prime UX Academy. Delisa has successfully launched products and features with Target and Fitbit and, most recently, led product design at Skillshare.

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Deniz is a Staff UX Researcher @Miro working on Canvas and Collaboration. He previously worked at Ada Health, Vodafone and Xedzone. He is also among top 100 ADPList mentors in Generalist Product Management with 90+ sessions and is a frequent conference speaker, lecturer and consultant.

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With over 18 years of expertise in IT software and digital transformation, Dileep Kumar Pandiya is a distinguished technologist and visionary leader. His extensive experience spans across Microservices, AI, APIs, and Cloud technologies, underscoring his deep proficiency in his field. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, Dileep has mentored numerous professionals, demonstrating his commitment to developing future leaders in technology.

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Doni is a mission-driven Product Design Lead at Yelp, spearheading design initiatives for the Services organization. Renowned as a design unicorn, she brings extensive experience from both consumer and enterprise settings, skillfully translating human insights into products and spaces that foster inclusivity and delight. With a deep understanding of cognitive psychology theories and a strong emphasis on empathy, Doni leverages best practices in product design to tackle new challenges and empower teams in solving complex problems. She is passionate about creating culturally relevant experiences that resonate with real people's needs and enhance their everyday lives.

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Dysen is a digital product designer and leader who has helped brands like Abercrombie & Fitch, IBM, AT&T, Bank of America, & Delta Airlines create elegant, user-centered solutions that solve complex business problems. Currently, at Microsoft, she leads design initiatives for the Cyber Security organization. With her Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Computational Science and, her Master’s degree in Graphic Design and Visual Experience from SCAD, her background is both technical and visual. Day to day, Dysen brings a design philosophy that is equal parts vision and rigor. This allows her to uncover customers’ rational and emotional needs and deliver memorable experiences that address key business objectives.

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As a coach and founder, my mission is to transform cultures through leadership development; it is my way to build a better world, through partnering with growth-minded leaders, who want to retain top talent and stop the headaches of constant turnover and low employee engagement.

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Fun. Quirky. Clever. Sassy. Erika’s leadership style is all about building strong relationships. With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry—ranging from application development to establishing new quality departments—she leads with grace, patience, and a touch of snarky humor. Her mission is to help leaders and organizations cultivate teams and cultures that are engaged, empowered, and enthusiastic.

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Ermi is a design leader with over 20 years of experience, working with agencies, corporates, fintech and small startups and has managed a freelance business. She focuses on teaching EQ skills not taught in UX boot camps, helping shy and introverted designers thrive in extroverted environments and empowering women to become leaders. Ermi is a keynote speaker and is regularly invited to speak on design panels and podcasts to share valuable insights on her design experiences, career strategies, and even design downtime topics like fitness!