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Susan Briggs
Chairperson

Susan Briggs

Education: Oxford University (Intelligent Earth (AI for the Environment) UKRI CDT)
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Susan Briggs is widely recognized for her lifelong dedication to engineering excellence, scientific innovation, and humanitarian progress. With advanced expertise in computer engineering and aerospace systems, she contributed to several groundbreaking technology initiatives during her distinguished career with Boeing and NASA. Beyond corporate leadership, Susan devoted decades to philanthropic innovation programs focused on sustainability, STEM education, and socially responsible engineering. Her vision helped bridge advanced computational research with real-world humanitarian impact, inspiring future generations of technologists to pursue innovation with compassion, ethical responsibility, and service to humanity at the center of scientific advancement.

Prabhat Jain
Chief Altruist

Prabhat Jain

Education: UMD College Park (Full Stack and Lidar Technology AI Devices for Specially Abled Individuals)
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Prabhat Jain is known for combining advanced software engineering with compassionate technological innovation aimed at improving human lives. With a strong background in computer science, artificial intelligence, and embedded systems, he has worked extensively on intelligent assistive devices designed for specially abled individuals. His initiatives have focused on accessibility, mobility enhancement, and inclusive digital experiences powered by AI and LiDAR technologies. Beyond engineering, Prabhat has actively participated in social outreach programs that encourage equal access to education and modern technology. His work reflects a belief that innovation becomes truly meaningful when it empowers dignity, independence, and opportunity for underserved communities.

Martin Vogels
Principal Architect

Martin Vogels

Education: MSAII (AI Innovation), Carnegie Mellon University (CMU)
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Martin Vogels has built a reputation as a visionary software architect known for designing scalable, intelligent, and resilient digital platforms used across global enterprises. With deep expertise in distributed systems, artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise architecture, he has contributed to the modernization of several high-impact technology ecosystems. His architectural leadership has consistently emphasized long-term sustainability, security, performance, and human-centered software experiences. Martin is also respected for mentoring emerging engineers and fostering collaborative innovation cultures within technical organizations. His legacy continues through the transformative software foundations he helped create and the generations of technologists he inspired throughout his career.

Heather Sleeman
Community Shepherd

Heather Sleeman

Education: Doctorate in Computer Science with Cognitive Science (Johns Hopkins, Whiting School of Engineering)
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Heather Sleeman is celebrated for her unique ability to blend technology, cognitive science, philanthropy, and creative expression into a lifelong mission of community empowerment. With extensive academic and professional accomplishments in computer science and human cognition, she has helped lead several internationally recognized philanthropic and humanitarian initiatives focused on education, wellness, and global collaboration. Heather is equally admired for using music and artistic outreach as tools for healing, inclusion, and peace-building among diverse communities. Her leadership philosophy centers on empathy-driven innovation, demonstrating how technology and humanity can work together to inspire compassion, understanding, and meaningful societal progress.