Nathan Schneider is an assistant professor of media studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he leads the Media Economies Design Lab and the MA program in Media and Public Engagement. He is the author of four books, most recently Governable Spaces: Democratic Design for…
By evannagleOtto Scharmer, a Senior Lecturer at MIT and Founding Chair of the Presencing Institute, has dedicated the past 20 years to helping leaders embrace cross-sector systems transformation. Through his bestselling books Theory U and Presence (the latter co-authored with Peter Senge and others), Otto introduced the groundbreaking concept of "presencing"…
By evannaglePam Omidyar’s life is oriented towards perpetual learning and to be of service. Alongside her husband, Pierre, they have established several organizations and supported initiatives across various philanthropic areas, with an overall commitment to supporting conditions for healthier societies. Pam prioritizes a community-centric approach, grounded in both local and indigenous…
By evannaglePedro Portela is an explorer of the unknown and a bridge-builder at heart. As a seasoned engineer and a student of the humanities, Pedro is constantly seeking to unite the seemingly disparate worlds of high-end engineering and the rich tapestry of human experience. With a background in mechanical and aerospace…
By evannaglerahel mekdim teka is an organizer, facilitator, and writer based in Oakland, CA. she is passionate about building power, storytelling, and Ethiopian food. A member of BYP100 (Black Youth Project 100), she strives to bring a Black Queer Feminist lens to all aspects of her life. rahel is the Communications…
By evannagleRahmin Sarabi is the Founder and Director of the American Public Trust, with a mission to empower the problem-solving and agency of everyday Americans to unlock major challenges, bridge our divides, and create better futures. He is a social entrepreneur, human-centered designer, and strategist with a nearly 20 year background…
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