BRAND NEW ENDING
CONFERENCE 2022: SPEAKERS
Dr. Ai Addyson-Zhang
Dr. Ai Addyson-Zhang is a professor turned entrepreneur. She is the founder and CEO of Classroom Without Walls. Dr. Ai also serves as an Adobe Education Leader, Adobe Insider, and Hubspot Academy Instructor. Dr. Ai's work has been featured in Forbes, Pearson Education, Inside Higher Education, and numerous other publications. Dr. Ai recently gave the opening keynote for Adobe Education Summit and spoke at LinkedIn’s inaugural INFused event.
Kristen Donnelly
Kristen Donnelly (MSW, M.Div, PhD) is a TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, and
researcher with two decades of experience in helping people understand the beauty in
difference, and the power in inclusivity. She is one of The Good Doctors of Abbey Research,
COO of their parent company, and an unapologetic nerd for stories of change. Kristen lives
outside of Philadelphia with her husband, where they are surrounded by piles of books and
several video game consoles.
Malaika Mahmood
Malaika Mahmood is an undergraduate student at Rutgers University Camden pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Biology with a concentration in chemistry and mathematics. Since the age of 7, she has been public speaking and participating in various volunteer projects. She is actively serving her community as President of Student Wellness Advisory Board and Vice President of Biology Club. Along with this, her passion for scientific research has led her to working as an undergraduate researcher in Abraira Lab and a student researcher on the C.I.R.C.L.E.S Project. She is an aspiring neuroscientist and hopes to revolutionize the way we treat patients with neuropsychiatric disorders. Outside of academics, you can find her traveling and exploring all forms of art and design.
Marie-Elizabeth Mali
As a Relationship Alchemist and TEDx Speaker, Marie-Elizabeth Mali shows people how to cultivate deeper love and connection in their relationships. Drawing on her Master’s degree in Chinese Medicine and over 20 years of client work, she teaches people how to show up as authentic leaders
in their relationships and work instead of twisting themselves to fit in. Marie-Elizabeth’s work has
been featured in Thrive Global, SWAAY, and Forbes. Marie-Elizabeth is also an Official Member
of the Forbes Business Council, a published poet, and an underwater photographer who has
a thing for sharks.
Oscar Holmes IV
Oscar Holmes IV is the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, an Associate Professor of Management and the RUSE Director at Rutgers School of Business-Camden. Additionally, he is the founder and CEO of WHConsulting Firm LLC and creator and host of Diversity Matters podcast. His research examines how leaders can maximize productivity and well-being through fostering more inclusive environments and has been published in several top-tier management journals and books. He earned a Ph.D. and M.A. in Management from The University of Alabama, M.L.A. from The University of Richmond and a B.S. with honors from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is also a 2006 alum of Stanford University's Graduate School of Business Summer Institute in General Management.
Priyal Shah
I am Priyal Shah, a sophomore at RU Camden enrolled in a 7-year BS/DO Program. People describe me as a responsible, organized, and committed leader who demonstrates the 5Cs; Creativity, Competence, Character, Compassion, and Commitment. As an aspiring Sports Medicine physician, my goal is to connect, communicate, and collaborate effectively with patients and communities to drive change and innovation. As a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), I volunteer at Woodbridge EMS squad. On campus, I am the Treasurer of South Asian Appreciation for Tradition and Heritage (SAATH) and a member of the Student Wellness Advisory Board. My hobbies include: singing, playing the guitar, and painting. I hope to make a difference one patient at a time.
Sinead Bovell
Sinead Bovell is a fashion model, futurist and the founder WAYE, a tech education company that prepares youth for a future with advanced technologies. To date, Sinead has educated over 10, 000 young entrepreneurs on the future of technology, and has spoken at world renowned institutions including the United Nations, Cornell University and Bloomberg on the intersection of business, technology, and the future.
Angeline Dziegrenuk
An aspiring activist and entrepreneur, Angeline Dziegrenuk is a student of many interests and hobbies looking forward to breaking into the fashion industry. While studying at the Atlantic County Institute of Technology for Fashion Decoration and Design in high school, she became the first student in a wheelchair to design and model her own clothing for her academy’s annual fashion shows. She also became the titleholder of Junior Miss Wheelchair New Jersey for the Year 2020 and 2021. After gaining experience in the fashion industry, Angeline dreams of launching an adaptive clothing line to promote self expression and independence for the disabled community.
Bisleen Attli
Bisleen Attli is a Naturopathic Medical School Graduate student who wants to change the way we approach mental health. After struggling with her own mental health as a teenager and seeing so many young people suffer around her, she realized that it was time for change. This led Bisleen to found her own mental health campaign called all about M.E. [MENTAL EMPOWERMENT]. Bisleen’s primary focus is to work with youth and young adults to provide them with the step-by-step approach to great mental health which was missing from her education as a youth. Bisleen’s future goals are to continue providing accessible mental health education as well as open a virtual practice to support patients in achieving great mental health.
Dr. Wayne Pernell
Dr. Wayne Pernell, Breakthrough Success Coach, is known as one of the world’s top mindset coaches and speakers. “Dr P” is a seasoned global leadership advisor, having helped thousands of entrepreneurs, executives, and their teams to break through to great new levels of productivity, profitability, success, and fulfillment. He is a #1 international best-selling author, a noted relationship expert, and an international speaker having been on TEDx and stages around the world. He is currently being featured in a documentary following his speaking career and has been seen on Amazon Prime TV, ABC, NBC, CBS, the CW, and Fox, as well as being featured in Entrepreneur, Forbes, the NY Times, Fast Company, and many more.
Yasmine Cheyenne
Yasmine Cheyenne is a self-healing and wellness expert for people who want to learn to create self-healing practices in their daily lives. Yasmine is also known for her transformative teachings around self-healing which she offers through keynote speeches, corporate presentations and one-on-one coaching. Her instruction has helped thousands of students take control of their financial and physical health by creating boundaries, designing their dream job, finding the love of their life and more.
Bonnie Low-Kramen
RC'79, Bonnie Low-Kramen's work as a trainer of executive assistants was featured in a 2019 Forbes cover story. The bestselling author of Be the Ultimate Assistant, Bonnie is a celebrity assistant turned entrepreneur, speaker, consultant, and business owner who now employs an executive assistant.
For 25 years, she worked with Oscar winning actress Olympia Dukakis as her Personal Assistant. In 2011, she left this dream job to take on a new one of teaching and speaking throughout the world. Bonnie is one of the most respected thought leaders on workplace issues and works to end workplace bullying and to close the wage gap. Her new book seeks to bridge the gaps between leaders and staff to build ultimate workplaces.