Archives: Speakers

After a career with Accenture and Deloitte, advising some of the largest companies in the world on information security strategy, Adam founded ThreatSpike Labs where he developed a first-of-its-kind software-defined security platform and grew the business to over 500+ customers spanning 80 countries.

Leslie brings a 360^o perspective on clinical trials from her 20+ years of experience in the industry from academia to biotech, phase I unit to SMO oversight, and into the CRO world where she is currently a member of the ICON Biotech Oncology TA Leadership Team. She is passionate about partnering with biotech to model complementary supports for trial execution custom to each organization’s needs and ensuring equitable access to trials for all patients. Leslie holds a Master of Science in Biotechnology from The Johns Hopkins University and is the chair of ICON’s global Disability Awareness Network (DAWN) community group.

Matthew Chard is a seasoned professional renowned for his expertise in sales and business development across diverse industries. Currently, as the EMEA Sales Director for Dry Ice Manufacturing Systems at Cold Jet, Matthew plays a pivotal role in driving sales within industries such as Industrial Gas, Food Processing, Logistics, Life Sciences, and Food Home Delivery. His dedication to sustainable solutions and customer collaboration has cemented his reputation as a leader in the field, with a focus on enhancing product quality, reducing emissions, and optimizing cost efficiencies.

Before joining Cold Jet, Matthew worked with two Silicone Valley start-ups in Biotechnology and AI, securing business with world leading pharmaceutical, home care and fragrance companies. Prior to his consultancy venture, Matthew held several key positions at Tetra Pak, a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions. With over five years of experience, including roles as Business Development Manager, Processing Sales Manager for Prepared Food, and Key Account Manager, Matthew excelled in driving sales growth and forging strategic partnerships. His tenure at Tetra Pak solidified his expertise in food technology and customer-centric solutions, setting the stage for his impactful contributions at Cold Jet and beyond.

With a 12-year career in beer, Lourenço has been the European Marketing Director for Leffe, Europe’s biggest specialty brand, for the last 3 years. He’s been at AB InBev for the last 6 years, across multiple marketing roles.

Before that, Lourenço spent almost 6 years at Super Bock, in multiple brand management roles. He led brand development for Super Bock in multiple international markets, more notably in China, where the brand found huge success in the Fujian and Zhejiang provinces.

He holds a Business Management degree from Kingston University in London, and worked in several other industries, including cars and telecoms, before entering the beer industry.

With 25 years of experience in corporate communications, Alice Grey is a seasoned professional who brings a fresh approach to strategy. Her passion lies in thriving within highly creative environments, where she navigates the complexities of change and implements sophisticated communication strategies.

Alice Grey is not just a strategist; she’s a catalyst for transformation. She excels in developing and executing strategies that inform, inspire, and drive cultural shifts within organizations. Change, for her, is not just a challenge—it’s an opportunity for alignment and growth. With proven results and award-winning strategies, Alice Grey is a recognized leader in the industry and frequently shares thought leadership on the global stage.

Gina Bryden has been working with clients across a range of sectors to solve complex business challenges with data and data science for over 10 years. Supporting some of the UK’s best-known financial services brands to create customer-first, data driven strategy.  Gina’s role is centred on ensuring CACI continues to drive tangible business value and deliver our mission of “Doing Amazing Things with Data”.

Cherie is heading up the UK sales efforts for boost.ai, a leading provider of conversational AI for enterprises. She joined the company in 2023, having previously gained extensive enterprise technology experience from her time at Limitless, Salesforce, and Genesys. Cherie is well known for her solution orientated approach to prospects and customers’ needs and believes that growth follows when you add value to those around you. Cherie is based in the UK and in her spare time, works within her local community to fundraise for local charities. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherie-landman/

Gabriel is a Medical Doctor, from the International University of Catalonia, and holds a degree in Mathematics from the UNED. At IOMED, he provides leadership and strategic guidance to the organization.

Miklós Belán, Founder & CEO of Everguest, initiated a significant shift in the hospitality landscape in 2020. With expertise in marketing, tourism, and AI, he has guided Everguest to become a notable name in hospitality management.
Having experienced the inner workings of hotel management with outstanding results, Miklos then proceeded to earn a Master’s degree from Harvard. With this strong foundation and his entrepreneurial spirit, he set himself to the new field that would change everything – Artificial Intelligence.
Everguest brought together a team of driven and talented professionals to create Everguest Intelligence, an AI-driven software transforming hospitality management and setting industry benchmarks. This solution elevates guest experiences and enhances decision-making in unprecedented ways, marking a new era in hospitality.