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David Barnes, PhD is a preeminent authority in artificial intelligence (AI), strategic digital transformation, and innovation leadership. With extensive military, academic, and technology experience, David has shaped organizational strategies and technological advancements in defense, healthcare, cybersecurity, and higher education. As the founder and CEO of Empowering-AI, David empowers boards and senior leaders to capitalize on AI-driven opportunities, ensuring they align innovation with strategic objectives and operational excellence. His pragmatic approach to digital transformation combines advanced governance frameworks and risk management techniques to unlock growth while addressing regulatory complexities. David‘s distinguished career includes serving as the Chief AI Ethics Officer for the US Army AI Integration Center, where he spearheaded the Army’s Responsible AI Strategy, encompassing risk frameworks, education, and governance, and he advised organizations including IEEE, DARPA, and NATO and served as fellow at Oxford University’s Institute for Ethics in AI. His leadership and academic excellence demonstrate his proven ability to inspire high-performance teams, develop cross-enterprise solutions, and coach senior leaders in adapting to dynamic, technology-driven environments.

Jeff Sundheim, a 16 year veteran of Google, is a seasoned Business Strategist specializing in AI and personalization. He collaborates closely with major clients and executives to drive business transformation through AI-driven marketing and customer experience initiatives. Prior to Google, Jeff worked at Apple as well as on the agency and media sides of the business. He’s a sculptor (jeffsundheim.com) who’s exhibited worldwide and has a permanent public art installation in Truman Waterfront Park in Key West, FL. Jeff lives in Brooklyn, NY, volunteers in a homeless youth shelter and serves on the boards of several non-profit organizations.

Dawn is the President of Pure Data Centres Group building and operating hyperscale data centers . Before joining Pure Data Centres Group she led a multi-billion transformation program for National Grid across both the gas and electricity transmission businesses . This followed several senior engineering appointments as the Group Engineering Director for Merlin Entertainments with responsibility for engineering delivery and standards across the worldwide portfolio of theme parks ; and the Head of Engineering at Gatwick Airport . She joined Gatwick after 23 years as an Engineering Officer in the Royal Air Force .

She is a Trustee of the Royal Academy of Engineering and Chairs the Audit & Risk Committee and a Trustee of the Air League. She was the longest serving President of the Women’s Engineering Society, turning it around over a 5 year tenure , and is currently the Chair of the iMasons People Committee.

She was honoured with a Fellowship of the Royal Academy of Engineering in October 2020 in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the engineering profession and was appointed a Dame Commander of the British Empire (DBE) for services to engineering in the King’s New Years Honors 2023.

Tobias specialies in building resilient security frameworks under pressure. With many years focused on information security (“informationssäkerhet”), Tobias has led the implementation of critical systems, risk management practices, and cultural security awareness within defense operations. He bridges operational demands and technical innovation, making sure that sensitive infrastructure, personnel data, and mission-critical communications are protected against evolving cyber threats.

Tord Wingren is a true tech pioneer — the creator of the world’s first Bluetooth specification and a visionary entrepreneur shaping the future of human-centric technology. With over 35 years of experience, Tord has co-founded and advised game-changing startups in mobile, biometrics, nanoradio, computer vision, and lighting. Today, as Founder of BrainLit, he’s on a mission to enhance health, performance, and well-being through bio-centric lighting. A serial innovator with global impact, Tord brings bold insights and a passion for solving real-world problems. Don’t miss his talk — where future tech meets human potential.