Category Archives: Stephen Ibaraki

Prof. Chua Kee Chaing, President of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), on Applied Learning and Innovation

Chua Kee Chaing is the President of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), leading its vision for applied, industry-focused higher education.
With extensive experience in academia and engineering, he has played a key role in advancing innovation, research, and university–industry collaboration.

Jan Romportl, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder of Elin.aiUnlocking AI and Digital Well-Being: Jan Romportl, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder of Elin.ai

Jan Romportl is the CEO and Co-Founder of Elin.ai, where he focuses on advancing responsible and human-centered AI.
With a background in artificial intelligence, cognitive science, and philosophy, he explores topics including machine consciousness, Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and AI ethics.

Prof. Sanjeevikumar Padmanaban, Full Professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway

Sanjeevikumar Padmanaban is a distinguished professor and researcher specializing in electrical power engineering, power electronics, and renewable energy systems.
His pioneering research focuses on integrating advanced power technologies, smart grids, artificial intelligence, and sustainable energy solutions.

Simon Pereira Shorey, Founder of the International Foundation for the Displaced

Simon Pereira Shorey is a humanitarian leader dedicated to improving the lives of displaced people and vulnerable communities worldwide.
He is the driving force behind the International Foundation for the Displaced, focused on supporting refugees and displaced populations through sustainable initiatives.

Dr. Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director, Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C)

Quantum technology leader has built a multidisciplinary career spanning scientific research, public policy, and industry leadership, with a focus on emerging technologies.
Their expertise includes quantum computing, post-quantum cybersecurity, and the intersection of science, innovation, and policy.

Dr. Christyl C. Johnson & Christian Elam on Space Innovation and Venture Capital

Taught himself coding at age eight, discovering technology as his art form.
Overcame personal and mental health challenges amid family adversity.

Reddy Mallidi, Chief AI Officer & COO, J&R Consulting

Reddy Mallidi is the Chief AI Officer and COO at J&R Consulting, specializing in enterprise AI transformation.
He focuses on agentic AI, trustworthy AI systems, and practical strategies for responsible AI adoption in organizations.

James Lo, CEO of Lumin8, on Innovation, Resilience & Building for the Future

James Lo is the CEO of Lumin8, leading innovation initiatives across Southeast Asia.
His journey, shaped by hardworking immigrant parents, reflects resilience, global leadership, and a strong commitment to growth and innovation.

Leslie Helpert, Founder of Technevox, on Music, Innovation & Internal State Systems

Leslie Helpert is a multidisciplinary artist, researcher, technologist, and founder of Technevox.
Her work combines music, computational voice science, physiology, and biomedical innovation to explore the deeper capabilities of the human voice.

Insights from Hironori Washizaki, Professor, Research Promotion Division, Waseda University

Hironori Washizaki is a globally recognized software engineering researcher, educator, and professor at Waseda University in Japan.
His work focuses on software engineering, AI-powered development, software quality, software patterns, and human–AI collaboration.