Emerging Trends Forecast

I have worked on an amazing and fun array of topics over the years. Deep expertise in data science, AI, ML and big graphs applied to multiple domains: IoT, Eldercare, Watson Health and Watson Financial Services (NLP). Consultant to national and international clients. All had deep technical elements and most involved business elements working with senior executives. Recognized dynamic speaker with clients at conferences and classes.

I am a member of IBM's Academy of Technology (800 of IBM's top technical talent) and an IBM Master Inventor with 47 issued patents.

I have recently earned a PhD in computer science, with research focused on the AI of multi-agent systems and a formal logic of "commitments". This kind of research has tremendous potential in our increasingly interconnected world.

I am an author of multiple published books and refereed academic papers.

I am also a prolific programmer. Current favorite technologies are Java, Python, Jupyter, Spark, TensorFlow, Groovy, Gremlin, Gradle and TDA (topological data analysis).

I blog about these topics at knowledgereactor.ai/blog.

Pete Bernard spent 14 in Silicon Valley and 18 years at Microsoft pushing the envelope of edge computing products, services, and partnerships.

After receiving a B.S. in Computer Engineering at Boston University, Pete worked at Phoenix Technologies as a BIOS Developer and Product leader, eventually moving to Santa Clara, CA to focus on APAC and Japan markets. He was VP of Products at E-Color, a revolutionary color correction image services start up in San Francisco before joining Insignia Solutions as Chief Product Officer, where he drove innovations in embedded Java and FOTA technologies with major telcos and device developers and technology partners including Qualcomm and Microsoft.

He made the leap from Insignia to Microsoft and moved to the Seattle area where he drove planning, strategy, partner engagement and product management for disruptive products including Windows Phone, Zune, the infamous KIN phone, Windows on Snapdragon (Always Connected PC), Windows IoT, Azure Percept, Azure IoT and more. Pete founded EDGECELSIOR in 2023, a new type of “Technology Practice” at the intersection of semiconductors, 5G and AI.

He holds seven patents in security, imaging, smart wearables, and music streaming, and can be heard at various industry events or podcasts.

He has been the Executive Director of the tinyML Foundation (now Edge AI Foundation) since April of 2024.

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Phone number: +14258299331
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Angela Thurman is an Electrical Engineer and Project Management Professional (PMP) with more than 30 years of experience in complex, technical project management. Her career spans multiple industries including aerospace, defense, telecommunications and manufacturing. She is the Founder and CEO of Thurman Co., a project management consulting firm in Houston, Texas. In her free time, she is a member of and advocate for the Texas Chapter of Women in Manufacturing and is also a member of the Houston Chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI), National Contract Management Association, and Mensa.

A "roll up your sleeves" international sales and business unit executive, experienced in bringing innovative technology to high-tech markets while creating customer demand thru C-level decision-makers.

A “change agent” strongly driven by results (increasing shareholder value) and sense of accomplishment (top line and bottom line) with emphasis on the “big picture”. Proven track record of success by consistently delivering software licensing and product sales with profitable growth targets. I bring an entrepreneur’s passion, energy, and vision, matched with global business experience, coupled with a well-grounded persona, and a sense of humor.

Specialties: Significant international business experience (Asia and Europe ex-pat assignments) in mobile broadband networks, connected and autonomous vehicles, and telematics, including P & L responsibility with SaaS business models, start-up ventures, raising capital while building operational efficiency within emerging technology businesses, M & A (buy 4/ sell 2), staff development, and patent portfolio negotiation.

Matthew Chavira is a resourceful leader with a deep passion for the field of artificial intelligence. As the founder of Prophets of AI, a representation agency for individuals who have made significant contributions in the AI and robotics fields, Matthew has curated a diverse lineup of industry-leading experts and government leaders who are shaping the future of AI development. This platform aims to be a world-leading resource for knowledge and inspiration in connection to AI's artistic and ethical development and represents a wide array of influential individuals including the Chair for Human AI Interaction at IEEE, UN Digital Government Advisors, World Economic Forum Future Council Members, and individuals featured in Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential in AI (Stephanie Dinkins and Sougwen Chung).

In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Matthew holds an executive position at Hanson Robotics, the company behind the world-famous Sophia the Robot, where he oversees all of Sophia's live appearances, orchestrating impactful performances that explore the potential of AI and the interactions between humans and machines.
Furthermore, Matthew is also the Global Director of AI Partnerships at the International Advertising Association (IAA), an 85-year-old institution that stands as the global compass for the marketing communications industry. In this role, Matthew connects companies that align with the IAA’s principles of building high-value brands with its thought leadership, educational programs, and world-class events.

With a deep belief in AI's transformative power to make the world a better place, Matthew is dedicated to driving conversations and focus toward the developments shaping the future of this rapidly evolving field. Through each role, Matthew is committed to advancing AI and fostering collaboration among experts, artists, and enthusiasts.