Juliana is Co-founder of Ushahidi Inc, a non-profit tech company, born in Africa, which specializes in developing free and open source software for changing how information flows in the world. Ushahidi also acts a catalyst in innovation as part of the Making All Voices Count global challenge for development. Juliana currently serves as a member of the World Economic Forum Global Agenda Council on Data Driven Development. Juliana is Co-founder of BRCK Inc.
Dr. Eunhee Jung is the Founder and Executive Director of IVECA Center for International Virtual Schooling. Her expertise is in using instructional technology to transform classroom activities towards globally connected teaching and learning. Dr Jung is creating cross-culturally situated environments and tools to promote intercultural competence of young people around the world.
Nolan Bushnell is a technology pioneer, entrepreneur and engineer. He founded both Atari, Inc. and the Chuck E. Cheese’s Pizza-Time Theaters chain. Bushnell has been inducted into the Video Game Hall of Fame and the Consumer Electronics Association Hall of Fame, received the BAFTA Fellowship and the Nations Restaurant News “Innovator of the Year” award, and was named one of Newsweek’s “50 Men Who Changed America”.
William Kalush is a lifelong student of sleight of hand and the history of magic. He is the founder of the Conjuring Arts Research Center in New York and the co-author, with Larry Sloman, of The Secret Life of Houdini.
Accomplished executive with 25 years experience launching new ventures and implementing strategies for global technology and media companies. Innovative team builder who empowers others to achieve their best work while building lasting loyalty. Reliable partner who develops and maintains long-term relationships with key industry and government leaders. Proven forecaster in financial analysis, project management, and strategic planning. Trusted consultant to leading private equity firms on major media M&A transactions. Honest, hard-working go-getter who promotes social responsibility in every aspect of corporate life.
CMO since 2005 leading rapidly growing $20-$40 million businesses in social media, mobile video, online advertising and commerce. Successful at establishing business models and sustainable revenue streams, developing new products, acquiring new customers, recruiting and motivating teams for fast growth. Proven track record of success including one IPO, one sold company and over $200 million in new funding. Over a decade of business unit management experience with Fortune 100 media companies.
A magician and illusionist for the 21st century, Marco Tempest blends cutting-edge technology with the flair and showmanship of Houdini.
Carmen is the recipient of a Direct Marketing Educational Foundation LEE EPSTEIN Scholarship. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Digital Marketing. At the magicLab she is the resident web analytics and digital marketing expert.