Teri Direito is the Senior Lead Strategist at Apex Systems, where she spearheads innovative strategies that drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency. With over 15 years of experience in technology and business development, Teri has a proven track record of transforming complex challenges into actionable solutions. Her leadership has been instrumental in supporting organizations to identify over 15M in cost reductions and savings over the last 5 years. Teri is passionate about fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, making her a pivotal force in the company's success.More...
Anthony Alario
Sr. Web Developer@Clark University
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Mary Halling
External Affairs, Learning and Engagement Director@City Year
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For the last 3 years, I've spent most of my time design engaging events, convenings, and learning experiences for the 110+ educators in City Year's Network for School Improvement (NSI) pilot program. Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, our team has supported 36 public schools across Milwaukee, Tulsa, and Jacksonville to reimagine what schools can be, using Continuous Improvement methodologies, while keeping student and teacher voices at the center.
The pilot is coming to a close this summer. Telling the story of my colleagues' work through journal articles (I'm published, y'all!), newsletters, slide decks, blog posts, social media, and conference abstracts was another part of my role that I've relished. Coming up with just the right language for a certain audience is a puzzle I will always enjoy putting together.
In the past I've facilitated group trainings and onboarding for new employees and partners, founded product user communities, and managed multiple tech platforms and databases to streamline processes and ensure quality standards. I am globally-minded, with a degree in International Studies and spent 2.5 years living abroad in Argentina. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, and passionate about equitable community engagement.
I am driven by connecting people with relevant resources that move their work forward, with a little humor mixed in.More...
Rohan Roger
CTO@Synoptek
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Rohan Roger, CTO at Synoptek, is a young technology leader who has rapidly risen through the ranks. His expertise spans international mergers in the aerospace, engineering, and financial sectors, advisory for White House-driven program affiliates, and engagements across industries to reduce organizational risk and catalyze sustainable growth.
At Synoptek, Rohan provides technology leadership to a diverse portfolio of enterprise and mid-market firms, crafting technology-agnostic strategies and scalable solutions that foster an ecosystem conducive to change and measurable business outcomes.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Rohan is deeply committed to social impact. He has actively contributed to reducing educational disparities in India, coordinated nationwide responses to COVID-19 for Embassies, and tackled issues of consent and sexual violence in South Asia.
Rohan’s innovative approach and dedication have earned him widespread recognition, including a spot on Canada's BEA 40 under 40 list, three 2023 International Business Awards® Bronze Awards for Technology Executive, Maverick, and Thought Leader of the Year, and a 2024 Top 10 Technology Leader OnCon Icon Award.More...