Wendy is a senior technology executive with global operations experience heading divisions within Fortune 100 companies (Pfizer, AT&T, Siemens) and start-ups in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and health informatics. She is a recognized Thought Leader and Speaker enabling businesses to establish a strong commercial market position through product strategy, roadmap design, distribution channel development, and go-to market execution. She has been deeply involved in innovative product initiatives that include Cyber Security and Data Encryption Solutions, Optical/Robotics Systems, AI/ML & NLP, Health Informatics, and even her own ice cream brand. She holds an MBA from The Wharton School along with Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University.

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Dr. William Edward Hahn was a tenured Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Florida Atlantic University and director of the Center for Future Mind’s AI Research Initiative. He also founded the Machine Perception and Cognitive Robotics (MPCP) Laboratory, where he oversaw research teams working on cryptographic computing and artificial intelligence. Dr. Hahn has been deeply involved in the development of private and secure AI systems involving sophisticated techniques such as Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) and Secure Multiparty Computation (SMPC). Dr. Hahn received his PhD from Florida Atlantic University for his work in Sparse Coding and Compressed Sensing.

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Brandon received his PhD in mathematics from Florida Atlantic University with a focus on quantum cryptanalysis. His research included an AFRL research grant to study quantum resource estimations on symmetric cryptography and quantum computing. Brandon has worked as a senior researcher and the principal investigator on post-quantum cryptographic algorithms working with engineering team for implementations of quantum-safe cryptographic solutions that will withstand post-quantum cyber-attacks. Brandon is currently leveraging his cryptographic background to build a quantum resistant Fully Homomorphic Encryption solution.

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Dr. Ikle’s specialties include neuro-symbolic artificial intelligence, probabilistic logic, evolutionary computation, mathematical modeling and simulation, bioinformatics, quantitative finance, and nonlinear and complex dynamical systems. Dr. Ikle also services as the Chief Science Officer at SingularitityNET, a strategic collaborator of PureCipher. Prior to PureCipher, Dr. Iklé was a tenured full Professor of Computer Science and Mathematics at Adams State University, where he obtained numerous government grants to engage students in both his AI and mathematical modeling and simulation research. He has held faculty positions at the University of Texas, the University of Nevada, and Xiamen University in China, as well as an array of leadership, consulting, and research roles within industry. He earned his doctorate in Mathematics, with a minor in Physics, in 1993, from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.

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Graham teaches AI/ML at Gonzaga University. For over 25 years, Graham has been developing cutting-edge technologies across a wide array of disciplines, from speech recognition to physics, and national security. His research into Complex Adaptive Systems led to several TEDx talks related to ecological and human modeling. His other work addresses real estate prediction systems and a natural language understanding platform that solves some of the problems with GPT. This work was pursued both for the private sector and government agencies. He holds hardware and software patents related to high-performance computing and natural language.

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Seven Volpone is an accomplished American businessman, investor, and futurist with a strong track record in building and accelerating companies. As Managing Partner of Big Block Capital Group (BBCG) since 2016, he has overseen key investments in ventures like PFL, Ocean Casino, and Enterra Solutions, while also championing technology-driven enterprises such as Surround Ventures, where he serves as a General Partner. His leadership has been pivotal in incubating innovative ventures, opportunity zone funds, and guiding mergers and acquisitions. Volpone’s versatile experience extends to roles with ESL Gaming, AXS TV, Enterra Solutions, and other major organizations, cementing his reputation as a trusted strategist and advisor.

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Justin Bodily is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in investment banking, fund management, venture capital, and strategic consulting. He has held key positions at prestigious firms, including Goldman Sachs. His background in economics, data science, corporate finance, and business intelligence allows him to provide strategic guidance to early-stage companies. His diverse experience and skills make him a valuable asset in corporate strategy, finance, investment, and strategic business development, with a particular focus on identifying and executing on opportunities across various industries.

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Jorge Reyes is a seasoned financial services executive with over 20 years of experience. He is a passionate advocate for the transformative power of AI, blockchain, and cryptocurrency in shaping the future of finance and Industry Solutions.  With a deep understanding of capital markets, international banking in the areas of fintech, regulatory compliance, payments, risk & data governance, AML, KYC. He has held leadership positions at Citi, HSBC, and Deutsche Bank.   As an industry solutions executive, he played a key role in bringing innovative solutions to market, driving sales across Europe, Asia, and Latam. His innovative approaches have revolutionized financial crime prevention in the digital age, leveraging the power of blockchain technology to enhance security and transparency.

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