Our roster features a curated selection of national and international experts, represented by Search On Media Group across Italy and Europe. These leading professionals are ready to inspire, educate, and innovate in the fields of artificial intelligence, technology, and digital and social innovation. They are available for a wide range of engagements, including summits, conferences, workshops, corporate academies, and more.
Man
The Jet Suit
@Gravity Indistries
Human aviation
Innovation & engineering
Gravity Industries is redefining the limits of personal aviation with the invention and development of Jet Suits. The company, aiming to launch a global Race Series, was born from a mission to push the boundaries of what is possible in human flight and to inspire bold innovation through the question: “What if?”
The visionary behind this breakthrough, Richard Browning—Founder and Chief Test Pilot—combined advanced technology with human instinct and movement, creating a seamless fusion of man and machine. His efforts led to the development and patent of the world’s first functional Jet Suit.
Maslej
Research Manager
@Stanford’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence
AI Social & Political implications
Nestor Maslej is an AI expert and researcher at Stanford HAI, where he leads the influential AI Index, tracking trends in artificial intelligence across technical progress, ethical implications, and policy. A seasoned speaker, he has presented his insights at the World Economic Forum, as well as before the Canadian and Italian Parliaments. With a strong academic background from Oxford and Harvard, Nestor offers a clear and authoritative perspective on the AI landscape for digital and policy-focused events
Hawkins
AI Leader & Podcast Host
@You&AI
Entrepreneurship
Artificial Intelligence
Tiarne Hawkins is an AI strategist, entrepreneur, and podcast host who has led global projects in AI innovation, transformation, and safety. With over 15 years of experience, she has driven companies to multimillion-dollar success and led AI programs for tech giants such as Google, Meta, Amazon, and OpenAI. Tiarne is the Co-Founder of Optica Labs and host of the podcast You & AI, where she explores the future of artificial intelligence with top industry leaders.
Horn
Head of AIOps
@IBM
Artificial Intelligence
IT & regulation
Andreas Horn leads the strategy and implementation of Artificial Intelligence solutions for IT Operations at IBM. With deep industry expertise, he is a pioneer in applying AI to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and transform how businesses manage their IT infrastructure. Andreas provides unique insights into the latest trends in AIOps, sharing successful case studies and perspectives on the transformative potential of AI in the enterprise landscape.
Demirdag
GENERATIVE AI EXPERT, CO-FOUNDER AND CEO OF CUEBRIC
@CUEBRIC
Artificial Intelligence
Arts & Cinema
Fashion
Pinar Seyhan Demirdag is the co-founder and CEO of Cuebric, a generative AI creative platform, and is a generative AI expert. She is the official generative AI instructor on LinkedIn, with millions of views on her content. She is also the first Turkish designer to collaborate with IKEA.
Demirdag has a history of innovation, including creating the world's first creative facial tracking technology (2011), organizing the world's first XR fashion show (2016), and developing an AI tool with Google that bears her name (2018). Her artistic works are part of the permanent collections of internationally renowned museums. She also received a D&AD award in 2021 for her AI film "Connections."
She is a speaker and thought leader, having given talks at prestigious institutions and events such as Harvard University, the Production Summit, NAB, SXSW, and TEDx.
Morris
CEO
@Enigmatica & Linkedin Top Voice For Prompt Engineering and Generative AI
Artificial Intelligence
Prompt Engineering
A pioneer in the field of Prompt Engineering, Edward combines artificial intelligence innovation with education and public speaking. As CEO of Enigmatica, he has delivered training events at numerous global institutions and collaborated with major tech companies such as OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. With articles published in the Financial Times and Forbes, his work inspires and empowers thousands of people worldwide to explore the frontiers of AI.
Chopra
Senior Software Engineer
@Netflix
Cloud Computing
Software Engineering e Blockchain
Tejas Chopra is a Senior Software Engineer at Netflix, where he leads the development of media Storage and Transfer services within the Netflix Studios Infrastructure. He also serves as an advisor to Nillion, Inc., and has been recognized as one of the 40 Under 40 Technology Leaders by the National Diversity Council. A TEDx and international keynote speaker, Tejas speaks on topics including Cloud Computing, Software Engineering, and Blockchain.
Hanf
Venture Capital and Dealflow
Ecosystem Development and Corporate Innovation
Diversity and Access to Capital
Alicia Hanf is a visionary leader and Venture Partner at Desert Forge Ventures and LG NOVA Wave Fund, specializing in venture capital and ecosystem development. As Director of Dealflow at LG NOVA, she built a global pipeline of over 5,000 startups and catalyzed more than $300M in venture investments. Previously, she launched Dear Mama Ventures, a $1B initiative focused on underrepresented founders. With a decade of experience across Fortune 500s and the Department of Defense (DoD), she champions diverse founders and the democratization of capital.
Sugino
President & CEO
@Yamaha Music Innovations
VC & CVC
Open Innovation
Music & Creativity
Scott Yusuke Sugino, President & CEO of Yamaha Music Innovations, is a passionate innovator dedicated to driving creativity and culture. He recently launched Yamaha’s $50 million CVC fund, creating a global platform to accelerate startup growth in the music industry. With over 15 years of experience in Yamaha, Scott brings a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic insight, and a global perspective. His background spans Corporate management, B2B and B2C sales, digital marketing, venture capital, business development, and a Japanese hip-hop artist.
Pomaro
Head of AI
@Search On Media Group
Artificial Intelligence
Voice Search & Brand Voice
Alessio Pomaro is an engineer and LinkedIn Top Voice Italy who combines a passion for web marketing with deep expertise in AI, Voice Technology, and SEO. A bestselling author and former head of innovative R&D teams, he is a pioneer in Voice Search and brings a cutting-edge perspective to the field. As a lecturer and engaging speaker, he’s a standout choice for events focused on applied AI and digital transformation.
Taverniti
Co-founder, Head of SEO & AI Tech
@Search On Media Group
AI & SEO
Digital Communities
Giorgio Taverniti is one of Italy’s leading experts in SEO and Digital Marketing, and co-founder of Search On Media Group. Since 2004, he has been supporting businesses in their digital transformation. He serves as Community Manager and Tech Educator for WMF, Italy’s premier innovation event. A bestselling author—among his works, Google Liquido—as well as a lecturer and educator both online and offline, Giorgio brings expertise, strategic vision, and a hands-on approach to the digital future.
Alaqad
Journalist & Poet
Journalism
Activism
Plestia Alaqad is a young Palestinian journalist (born in 2001) who became an international voice by documenting the Gaza war (which began in October 2023) daily through social media. Forced to flee Gaza—first to Egypt, then to Australia—she continues her work of testimony to this day. She has been recognized with awards such as BBC’s 100 Women of the Year (2024) and Journalist of the Year by One Young World. She has announced the release of her upcoming book, The Eyes of Gaza: A Diary of Resilience, scheduled for 2025, which compiles her eyewitness accounts.
Bishop
Scientific Advisor
@Fact360
Artificial Intelligence
Policy & research
Mark Bishop is Emeritus Professor of Cognitive Computing at Goldsmiths and serves as an AI ethics advisor to both the United Nations and the European Commission. He brings a comprehensive perspective on artificial intelligence, having led research teams that developed AI solutions for fraud detection with significant public sector impact. His work bridges theory and practice, with notable contributions including the development of the “Stochastic Diffusion Search” algorithm.
Network
Women-led business network
@Prospera Women
Entrepreneurship
VC & Open Innovation
Prospera Women is a network of entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders in the tech sector committed to supporting the growth of women in business. They offer expertise ranging from angel investing and venture capital to startup development, strategic leadership, and both social and technological innovation. Prospera Women speakers bring hands-on experience and unique insights into the challenges and opportunities women encounter on their entrepreneurial journey.
Tometi
Co-creator
@#BlackLivesMatter
Human Rights
Women Empowerment
Ayo Tometi, a key figure and co-creator of the global #BlackLivesMatter movement, is a civil rights icon. Nominated for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize, she inspires millions through charismatic leadership and compelling storytelling, driving tangible social change. Named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in 2020, Ayo is a powerful voice for justice and equality.
Mandela
Consultant for International development and PM
@JHR
Human Rights
Politics & Technology
Siyabulela Mandela is a South African consultant, public speaker, and activist with strong expertise in conflict resolution and development across Africa. He serves as a Project Manager for Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) and previously led initiatives in South Sudan. He holds both a Master’s degree and a Ph.D. in Peace Studies from Nelson Mandela University. Passionate about African politics, international relations, and history, he has presented his research at various international forums.
Luccioni
AI and Climate Researcher
Research & startup
AI
Climate & sustainability
Dr. Sasha Luccioni is a leading scientist at the nexus of artificial intelligence, ethics, and sustainability, with a PhD in AI and a decade of research and industry expertise. She is the Climate Lead at Hugging Face, a global startup in responsible open-source AI, where she spearheads research, consulting and capacity-building to elevate the sustainability of AI systems. In 2024, Dr. Luccioni’s work was recognized by TIME Magazine’s 100 most influential people in AI and by Business Insider on its 2024 AI Power List.
Pernici
Co-founder & CTO
@Search On Media Group
AiOps
Web Performance Marketing
Andrea Pernici is a digital technology and marketing expert, CTO and co-founder of Search On Media Group, as well as CTO of 3BMeteo. He specializes in web analytics, SEO, mobile marketing, and design, combining technical and strategic skills. His main focus is on improving user experience. A seasoned speaker, he regularly presents at events on digital innovation, web strategy, and performance optimization.
Benedetti
Digital Marketing Specialist expert
@Search On Media Group
Search Marketing
Google Ads
Gabriele Benedetti is a seasoned Google Ads professional, widely recognized in Italy for his work as a speaker and within the international online advertising community, particularly for his expertise in Google Grants. With extensive experience in the field, he delivers advanced training for university students, professionals, and corporate teams looking to enhance their operational skills.
Dragotta
Head of Web Developer
@Search On Media Group
Artificial Intelligence
Python
API
Andrea Dragotta works in the development department at Search On Media Group, contributing to the company’s most important projects. He also supports Search On Consulting with the more technical and operational aspects of programming-related activities. Together with the SEO Team at Search On Consulting, he has helped develop various internal tools, working with Python, APIs, and multiple Artificial Intelligence models.
Hanson
Founder
@Hanson Robotics
Artificial Intelligence
Robotics
David Hanson is an American roboticist and entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Hanson Robotics. Previously a sculptor and robotics consultant for Walt Disney Imagineering, he is best known for creating Sophia, the first robot to gain citizenship. Hanson holds a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design and a Ph.D. in Interactive Arts and Engineering from the University of Texas at Dallas.
Hoegen
Founder & CEO
@BioMimic Studios
Artificial Intelligence
Robotics
Gustav Hoegen is a Dutch animatronics and creature FX designer known for his work on films like Prometheus and Star Wars. He founded BioMimic Studio in 2013, focusing on highly realistic mechanical creatures for cinema.
McMullen
Founder & CEO
@Abyss Creations
Artificial Intelligence
Robotics
Matt McMullen is an American artist and entrepreneur, founder of Abyss Creations and CEO of Realbotix. Since 1996, he has developed hyper-realistic dolls and social robots, including Harmony, one of the first AI-powered humanoid robots.
Lewis
Founder & CEO
@LLMental
Artificial Intelligence
Robotics
Matt Lewis is an AI expert with over 25 years in the life sciences industry. After leading roles at Inizio Medical, he founded LLMental, a public benefit company leveraging generative AI for mental wellness.
Siegel
Co-Founder & CEO
@Gooder AI
Artificial Intelligence
Eric Siegel, Ph.D., is a machine learning and AI expert, former Columbia University professor, and founder of Gooder AI and the Machine Learning Week conference. He is also the author of The AI Playbook and Predictive Analytics.
Carvajalino
Co-Founders
@The Biz Nation
Artificial Intelligence
Daniela, Karen, and Stephanie Carvajalino are Colombian entrepreneurs and education activists. They founded The Biz Nation, an ed-tech platform that has trained over 500,000 young people across nine countries.
Wezowski
Chief Designer & Futurist
@SAP
Artificial Intelligence
Martin Wezowski is Chief Designer and Futurist at SAP. He leads strategic innovation and is a lecturer at Futur/IO, focusing on the future of work and technology.
Greenberg
Fondatrice e Chief Innovation Officer
@Real Estate of the Future
Artificial Intelligence
Real Estate
Nikki Greenberg is a globally recognized futurist and innovation strategist, founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Real Estate of the Future, helping businesses adapt to a tech-driven world.
Maldonado
Co-founder
@Create Labs
Artificial Intelligence
Abran Maldonado is an AI and metaverse design expert, co-founder of Create Labs. He is also an OpenAI ambassador and global speaker on technology and diversity.
Kaplan
Silicon Valley pioneer and co creator of the tablet
@Teknowledge
Artificial Intelligence
Jerry Kaplan is a Silicon Valley pioneer, co-founder of Teknowledge, an early AI company commercializing expert systems. He also founded GO Corporation and Onsale, and is a Fellow at Stanford's Center for Legal Informatics.
Asghari
co-founder
@Woman in AI
Artificial Intelligence
Moojan Asghari is an Iranian entrepreneur and activist based in Paris, co-founder of Women in AI, a global non-profit active in over 150 countries promoting gender diversity in AI.
Welsch
leader of the AI Center of Excellence and AI go-to-market strategy
@SAP
Artificial Intelligence
Andreas Welsch is a global AI leader with over 20 years of experience, former VP at SAP, where he led the AI Center of Excellence and go-to-market strategy. He is now Chief AI Strategist at Intelligence Briefing.
Goertzel
founder
@SingularityNET
Artificial Intelligence
Ben Goertzel is a computer scientist and AI researcher, CEO and founder of SingularityNET, and former Chief Scientist at Hanson Robotics. He is also the architect of the OpenCog framework.
Minevich
co founder and AI investment expert
@Going Global Ventures
Artificial Intelligence
investments
Mark Minevich is a global AI expert, investor, and digital strategist. He is President of Going Global Ventures and serves on multiple global AI advisory boards
Poughia
Managing Director and expert
@Dataconomy
Artificial Intelligence
data
Elena Poughia is Managing Director of Dataconomy and founder of Data Natives, Europe’s largest data science and AI conference. Based in Berlin, she is active in promoting tech diversity.
Ibaraki
founder
@AI for Good Global Summit
Artificial Intelligence
SDGs
investemnts
Stephen Ibaraki is a Canadian entrepreneur and founder of the UN's AI for Good Global Summit, a platform for ethical AI and sustainable development dialogue.
Pasquarelli
AI expert, speaker and research affiliate
Artificial Intelligence
policy & governance
Walter Pasquarelli is an AI strategy expert and recipient of the Prospect Public Policy Award from Cambridge. He works with OECD and other global institutions on AI and synthetic realities.
Bielskyte
Founder
@ProtopiaFutures
Artificial Intelligence
design
Monika Bielskyte is a Lithuanian futurist and founder of @ProtopiaFutures, an initiative creating inclusive and sustainable future visions.
Vita-More
AI Expert and transhumanist
Artificial Intelligence
nanotechnology
Natasha Vita-More is an American strategic designer and theorist, creator of the Primo Posthuman body prototype, exploring transhumanist possibilities.
Duke
Founder
@Diverse AI
Artificial Intelligence
Advertising & Retail
Not-For Profit
Tech
Toju Duke is a global expert in responsible AI, founder of Diverse AI, and former Responsible AI Program Manager at Google.
Dalli
Chief Scientist e Co-fondatore
@UMNAI
Artificial Intelligence
development
art
Angelo Dalli is a Maltese computer scientist and co-founder of UMNAI, developing neurosymbolic AI systems for transparent decisions.
Velsberg
Chief Data Officer
@Estonia Government
Artificial Intelligence
data analytics
Ott Velsberg is Estonia’s Chief Data Officer, overseeing data governance and AI initiatives such as the virtual assistant Bürokratt.
O'Brien
founder
@Scorpion Computer Services
Artificial Intelligence
computer science
Walter O'Brien is an Irish entrepreneur and founder of Scorpion Computer Services, inspiration for the TV series Scorpion.
Ash
co-founder & CEO
@SiteTuners
Artificial Intelligence
Digital Marketing
Cognitive Science
Computer Engineering
Tim Ash is a digital marketing expert, co-founder and CEO of SiteTuners, and author of Landing Page Optimization. He is a global speaker on neuromarketing and consumer behavior.
Yu
Direttore di Digital Entertainment e Game Development
@Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Artificial Intelligence
philosophy
gaming
Gino Yu is Associate Professor and Director of Digital Entertainment and Game Development at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, exploring consciousness through digital media.
de Grey
founder
@SENS Research Foundation
Artificial Intelligence
philosophy
ai engineering
Aubrey de Grey is a British biomedical gerontologist, founder of the SENS Research Foundation, advocating for regenerative strategies against aging.
Moghaddam
founder
@Neural Beings
Artificial Intelligence
philosophy
Anahita Moghaddam is a global coach and founder of Neural Beings, integrating contemplative science and psychology for human development
Watson
Chair position for Human AI interaction
@IEEE
Artificial Intelligence
philosophy
Nell Watson is an AI ethicist and engineer, Chair of IEEE's Human-AI Interaction Committee, working on embedding human values in autonomous systems.
Monbiot
Co-founder
@Hour One
Artificial Intelligence
philosophy
Natalie Monbiot is a tech strategist and co-founder of Hour One, developing AI-generated video avatars for education and entertainment.
Wu David
founder
@Future Proof Lab
Artificial Intelligence
philosophy
Diana Wu David is a futurist, author, and founder of Future Proof Lab, and former Financial Times executive. She helps leaders build agility in a fast-paced world.
Nakamura / Lecoq
AI Artist
@AΦE
Artificial Intelligence & Art
AΦE is a UK-based dance company founded by Aoi Nakamura and Esteban Lecoq. They pioneer immersive performances using XR technologies and have performed in 15+ countries.
Dinkins
AI Artist
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Stephanie Dinkins is a transmedia artist and Kusama Endowed Chair in Art at Stony Brook University. She explores emerging tech and social collaboration to build equitable digital futures.
Chung
founder and artistic director
@Silicet
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Sougwen Chung is a Chinese-Canadian artist and founder of Scilicet, a London-based studio researching human-machine collaboration. She is a former MIT Media Lab fellow.
Fink
Creative director & multimedial artist
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Graham Fink is an award-winning creative director known for the British Airways Face commercial. He develops technology to draw with his eyes and exhibits internationally.
Araba
Founder
@Reimagine Story Lab
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Anatola Araba is a filmmaker, futurist, and founder of Reimagine Story Lab. A Tisch School graduate, she’s featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 for her narrative-driven tech explorations.
Southern
Storyteller e Creative Technologist
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Taryn Southern is a creative technologist and award-winning storyteller. With over 500 million online views, she explores music and AI through innovative content.
Zuber
AI artist
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Joerg Zuber is a German designer and digital pioneer, creator of Noonoouri, a virtual influencer promoting sustainability in fashion.
Bensalem
Fondatrice & CEO
@WeCare Impact
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Nesma Bensalem is a social entrepreneur and founder of WeCare Impact, using art and tech for social change. She is a Tisch graduate and community innovator.
Meller
Creator of the di Ai-Da
Artificial Intelligence & Art
Aidan Meller is a British gallerist and creator of Ai-Da, the world’s first ultra-realistic robot artist, blending AI with creativity
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