Phillip Meade, Ph.D.
Phillip Meade, Ph.D.
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Dr. Phillip is a transformational leadership expert with over 30 years of experience in systems design and culture change. As a senior leader at NASA, he led the cultural transformation following the Columbia tragedy, guided the workforce transition during the Space Shuttle retirement, and helped reinvent Kennedy Space Center into the world’s busiest commercial spaceport.

Sebastian Uzcategui
Sebastian Uzcategui
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Venezuelan-born entrepreneur, trader, and founder of Stocks University. At 22, he has helped over 1,200 students through accessible financial education, prioritizing mentorship and integrity. A dynamic presenter, he’s spoken at churches, seminars, and AI summits, leveraging AI in trading and business. Advocates faith, service, and financial freedom.

Erik Conn
Erik Conn

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AI Erik is an artificial intelligence consultant, educator, speaker, and author of The Algorithm of Power, dedicated to helping people and organizations understand how to work alongside AI. He specializes in AI literacy, prompt engineering, workforce reskilling, and the practical implementation of AI tools across industries.

As the founder of AI Learning House and AILiteracy.biz, AI Erik delivers workshops, keynote presentations, and training programs that translate complex AI concepts into real-world strategies businesses and communities can use immediately. He has spoken at libraries, universities, community programs, and industry events, focusing on preparing everyday professionals for an AI-driven economy.

His mission is simple: ensure people are not left behind as artificial intelligence reshapes work, education, and opportunity. AI Erik is known for his engaging speaking style and his ability to bridge the gap between human insight and emerging technology, empowering audiences to confidently use AI in their daily work and lives.

Nelly V. Tacheva
Nelly V. Tacheva
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Nelly V. Tacheva is a visionary leader in AI and immersive technology. As the founder of Tangra, she develops nextgeneration innovations that transform how modern professionals learn, create, and communicate.

With an MBA in Business Analytics and an MS in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Education, she brings a rare blend of technical depth and strategic insight.

At Rutgers Business School, Nelly teaches Immersive Marketing, a pioneering course exploring how AI, AR, and VR are reshaping brand storytelling and customer experience.

She also leads hands-on workshops that empower leaders to harness emerging technologies for real business impact.