Luisa Magalhães
Luisa Magalhães is an Environmental Engineer with a Master of Science in Environmental Diagnostics since 2002. From 2002 to 2016, she worked as a consultant at SPI – Sociedade Portuguesa de Inovação (Portuguese Society for Innovation). From 2004 to 2016, she performed activities of advising public bodies in the environmental area at Lisbon Municipality and […]
Justin Hammons
Justin Hammons is a creative strategist and business builder with over 25 years of experience helping cooperatives and mission-driven organizations grow through brand storytelling, communications strategy, and startup execution. As founder of TMG Toronto, he has guided startups, national brands, and global cooperatives in shaping compelling narratives that drive measurable results. A lifelong advocate for […]
Bakiye Kılıç Topuz
Bakiye Kılıç Topuz is an Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics at the Faculty of Agriculture, Ondokuz Mayıs University (Türkiye). Her research focuses on agricultural cooperatives, trust in producer organizations, cooperative performance, women’s cooperatives and the impact of agricultural cooperatives on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She has authored numerous national and international publications […]
Valter Caldeira
Valter Caldeira is a Lead Data Scientist whose career spans healthcare, government, and energy, always focused on applying AI to create real-world impact. His work ranges from natural language processing and real-time AI to predictive models that support decision-making and system optimization. Valter is the inventor of a patent-pending system that analyzes speech to help monitor […]
Sobechukwu Micah Ifemeje
I am Engr. Sobechukwu Micah Ifemeje, a specialist in Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), climate change, environmental management, sustainability, and the circular economy. I am the Founder and Managing Director of Navitas Energy Resources and Navitas Farms, where I lead innovative initiatives in clean energy, agro-allied development, and sustainable practices. In addition, I run the operations of […]
Suha Mohamed
Suha Mohamed is an Innovation Director at the Centre for Data Futures (CDF) at King’s College London. At CDF, she is developing a ‘Data Empowerment Clinic’, a dynamic space that will support community-driven approaches to data empowerment through tailored advisory support, network-building, and knowledge sharing. For the past 5 years, Suha has been invested in […]
António Rui Moreira de Carvalho
António Rui Carvalho Moreira de Carvalho, born in Mozambique in 1962, is a marine engineer with advanced degrees in economics, science and technology management, and business administration. He has held diverse roles in maritime navigation, solar energy, commerce, and international business, including positions in Portugal, Mozambique, Belgium, Brazil, and leadership roles in multiple companies. An […]
Arthur Bruel
Arthur Bruel is a producer, director, journalist, and presenter with expertise in TV, streaming, and digital media. He holds an MA in Television from University of the Arts London and a Bachelor’s in Communication from University of Lisbon. Arthur has created original shows, led full productions, and worked on award-nominated projects like The Black Alien Project. […]
Chanèle Boulet-Gauthier
Chanele has held various roles within humanitarian and development organizations focusing on social inclusion as well as the protection and empowerment of women and girls, particularly in crisis contexts in Africa and the Middle East. Over 12 years of her career, she has developed extensive experience in Chanèle Boulet-Gauthier has over 15 years of experience […]
Filippo Ghermandi
Filippo Ghermandi is the CEO of LUZ, a leading Brazilian platform that helps thousands of small and medium-sized business owners gain scale and efficiency through management tools, AI-powered agents, and practical business education. Under his leadership, LUZ has grown to over 3,000 active subscribers and a community of 60,000+ entrepreneurs, becoming a reference in the Portuguese-speaking market for combining strategic […]