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2023 Speakers

Raquel Miller
Raquel Miller is the visionary founder of Bunchful, a platform that honors and celebrates giving. Her journey began in a Jamaican farming town, where she learned the values of generosity and community from her grandmother and later through her father. Their acts of kindness and compassion inspired her to share abundance with others and create a sense of purpose and belonging.Raquel moved to New York and launched Bunchful, a platform that connects givers and receivers across the world. She coined the term “bunchful” to describe the spirit of generosity that drives her mission. She believes that by honoring and supporting givers, we can make a positive impact and improve lives worldwide.

Lady Anita Duckworth Bradshaw
Lady Anita Duckworth Bradshaw is a London resident and one of the most inspiring speakers the world has come to know. She has more than 14 years of experience supporting global leaders and has developed a system to empower them in various sectors. She and her team provide platforms such as Powerhouse Global Magazine, global conferences, retreats, and leadership awards events. She is passionate about increasing the global visibility of leaders and inspiring them on their journey to do great things.She is inspired by visionaries like Dr. Wayne Dyer, Jim Rohn, and Napoleon Hill, as well as timeless teachings such as the Bible. She has written over seven books, 300+ personal quotes, and is committed to making a positive difference. She is also working towards the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Dr. Jonathan Bank

Dr. Jonathan Bank is a plastic surgeon who is passionate about helping people restore their confidence and well-being. He is an expert in microsurgery, with a focus on breast and body contouring, breast reconstruction, and lymphedema reversal. He also offers sensory restoration of the reconstructed breast and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Bank has a global perspective, thanks to his education at Tel Aviv University, the University of Chicago, and the University of Pennsylvania. He is a giver and a storyteller, who uses art and medicine to create projects such as “Reconstructed,” “Restored,” “Before the After,” and “Reblossom,” which support the Living Beyond Breast Cancer organization. He is also committed to finding innovative solutions for pain management, such as “Relievvr,” which aligns with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal #3 of promoting Good Health and Well-being. Dr. Bank is an active member of various philanthropic organizations and medical societies.

Joseph Panetta
Hailing from San Francisco, Mr. Joseph Panetta is renowned for his marketing expertise and his pivotal role in expanding global access to justice. His innovative philanthropic approach encourages active community engagement alongside external philanthropists, empowering communities to design and implement their unique solutions for positive social impact.

Mrs. Therese Tommo
Mrs. Therese Tommo is a distinguished leader and a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment in Africa and beyond. She is the spouse of the United Nations Permanent Ambassador to Cameroon for more than 10 years, supporting his diplomatic work and enhancing international cooperation. She is also a member of the prestigious African Women Leaders Network, where she advances her vision of creating more opportunities for women across the continent.Mrs. Tommo has held various leadership positions in different organizations, such as the President of the International Club of Ambassadors Spouses Group at the UNDWC, the President of the UN African Spouses Group, and the President of the Fondation Tiani Suzanne, PK & Fils. She has also been the President of the United Nations African Mothers Association since 2016 and has contributed to many other charitable causes in Cameroon and at the United Nations.

Dr. Gayle Brown
Dr. Gayle Brown, a Theology PhD holder, creating impacts through the Bread of Life World Outreach Center, a 501c3 faith-based organization, where she spearheads Women’s Encounter, addressing global women’s issues, and overseeing over a thousand (1000) churches globally through the organization.

Gary Anderson

Gary Anderson is a retired school psychologist who spent 37 years serving public education. He is passionate about promoting literacy and has founded three nonprofit organizations that offer Read Aloud programs to children, families, and the community. He lives in Portsmouth and enjoys spending time with his wife and 13 grandchildren, who are his pride and joy.

Stephen Robert

Stephen Robert is a philanthropist and the founder of Bedrock Credit America, a non-profit organization that helps people improve their credit scores and financial literacy. He started his career as a successful businessman, but decided to change direction and dedicate his life to serving others. He created Bedrock Credit America to provide credit education and restoration services to individuals and communities who face challenges in accessing credit. He believes that everyone deserves a chance to achieve their financial goals and dreams, such as owning a home and having peace of mind. He offers practical tips and lessons on how to manage your credit and plan for your financial future.

Ayo Adewunmi
Ayo Adewunmi, Vice President of Autism Services at The Family Center for Achievement, boasts a decade-long track record as a Residential Director, dedicating himself to advancing Autism support, literacy, and employment initiatives. His journey began as a DSP at Life’s WORC, where his exceptional management at Lindenhurst IRA displayed adeptness in handling Autism and challenging behaviors. Expanding services, he founded St. James and Elmont IRAs, exclusively supporting those with Autism. Presently, overseeing Islip Terrace and East Islip IRAs, Ayo’s innovation drives independence, diminishes challenging behaviors, and fosters employment opportunities for the Autism community. His multifaceted expertise prepares him to lead select Residential homes and manage a segment of the FCA program for enhanced revenue.

Ms. Joelle Birge
Ms. Joelle Birge is the Investment Director at Mission Invest, a social enterprise that supports faith-based initiatives in Africa. She has an MBA and an MA in International Studies from the Wharton School and a background in healthcare investing and banking at Advent International and Credit Suisse. She is passionate about advancing the Sustainable Development Goals through her involvement in various nonprofit organizations. She is the Vice President of Avek Ou, a youth transition home in Haiti, and the Marketing Chair of the Steps to Success Committee of the New York Junior League, which provides financial and career education to underserved communities.

Crystelle Desnoyer
Crystelle Desnoyer, formerly Chief of Staff at Techstars, brings a wealth of experience in scaling processes, teams, and capital access across diverse tech landscapes. Having worked with 26 global companies, she’s adept at navigating marketing, HR, revenue operations, and business development. A board member at La French Tech New York, she advocates for French startups’ integration into local ecosystems. Passionate about mentorship, she advises early-stage founders in various tech sectors, including Fintech, Fashion Tech, Proptech, Cleantech and more general Tech. Beyond her tech prowess, she champions marine wildlife conservation with Sea Shepherds, while her tango hobby mirrors her teamwork philosophy. A multilingual and multicultural individual, she embodies a global mindset shaped by her extensive travels across continents. she curates panels and Tech events for global Conferences like Scale Global Summit in Vegas or Tech.eu in London or the local ecosystem leveraging her broad network in the tech space.

Liza Andrews
Liza Andrews is a reinvention specialist, and the creator of the PictureCure Methods. For twenty five years, she recruited and trained executives; and for almost fifteen, she has been doing volunteer work with breast cancer survivors. Her audiovisual method is an alternative therapy to help women recover/improve self-esteem and confidence after a mastectomy. Andrews writes for the Brazilian Times, and hosts a TV show at the Manhattan Neighborhood Network about personal reinvention.

Dr. Susan Palleschi
Dr. Susan Palleschi, a board-certified breast surgeon, leads with empathy in her extensive care for women battling breast cancer and aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal, #3, Good Health & Well-Being. With over two decades of specialized expertise, she focuses on various oncology techniques, genetic predispositions, and benign breast diseases. Dr. Palleschi empowers patients through detailed explanations, continuous support, and an unwavering commitment to their well-being. As the Director of Breast Surgery at Glen Cove Hospital, she emphasizes comprehensive care, fostering strong medical partnerships, and ceaseless professional development.

Ambassador Cheick Keita

Ambassador Cheick Keita, is a Parisian resident and esteemed guest speaker, showcasing a profound expertise in public law, enterprise, and African markets. His tenure includes esteemed roles at Crédit Agricole, BBVA Bank, and the OECD, coupled with multifaceted involvement in Africa’s economic growth. As the founder and president of CIDIGA, he leads a think tank dedicated to propelling investment research for Africa, nurturing its development and future prospects.

Dr. Bishop Randy Brown

Dr. Bishop Randy Brown, who hails from Kingston, Jamaica, has profoundly impacted lives with love and compassion. Together with his wife, Pastor Gayle Brown, undertakes missionary expeditions to Kenya and Nigeria. Leading the Bread of Life World Outreach Center in Wyandanch, New York, Bishop Randy is committed to humanitarian endeavors, including a medical clinic in Togo and orphanages in Togo and Zimbabwe. He is also a distinguished author, with his works archived in the United States National Library of Congress.

2022 Speakers

Mark Cunningham

Mark Cunningham is a dedicated philanthropist who has seamlessly blended his passion for giving back with a heartfelt tribute to two extraordinary young men, James and Michael Farrell. The Farrell brothers were remarkable individuals whose lives were tragically cut short but whose influence continues to resonate within their community and beyond.
In a powerful gesture to honor their memory, Mark committed to running the NYC marathon. This endeavor is more than a personal milestone; it symbolizes a lasting legacy for James and Michael. As a lifelong friend of the Farrell brothers, Mark’s marathon run is not just about crossing the finish line; it is a profound way to pay tribute to their lives and the values they represented.
The Farrell Boys Foundation, founded by Mark in memory of James and Michael, aims to immortalize their spirit through educational scholarships at prestigious institutions. These scholarships reflect the values of kindness, perseverance, and academic excellence that James and Michael embodied.
Mark’s marathon run represents more than physical endurance; it signifies resilience and collective support, echoing the brothers' profound influence and commitment to making a positive impact. His strides were not just a fundraising effort but a beacon of hope for others.
By lacing up his running shoes, Mark invited everyone to join a collective tribute that transcends boundaries. Contributions to the foundation fuel a legacy of hope and the fulfillment of dreams.
Through his journey, Mark Cunningham exemplifies selflessness and demonstrates the power of resilience and philanthropy. His marathon effort is not just an end but the beginning of an everlasting tribute—a legacy that shapes futures through education and opportunity in honor of James and Michael Farrell.

Lady Anita Duckworth Bradshaw
Lady Anita Duckworth Bradshaw is a London resident and one of the most inspiring speakers the world has come to know. She has more than 14 years of experience supporting global leaders and has developed a system to empower them in various sectors. She and her team provide platforms such as Powerhouse Global Magazine, global conferences, retreats, and leadership awards events. She is passionate about increasing the global visibility of leaders and inspiring them on their journey to do great things.She is inspired by visionaries like Dr. Wayne Dyer, Jim Rohn, and Napoleon Hill, as well as timeless teachings such as the Bible. She has written over seven books, 300+ personal quotes, and is committed to making a positive difference. She is also working towards the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Dr. Jonathan Bank

Dr. Jonathan Bank is a plastic surgeon who is passionate about helping people restore their confidence and well-being. He is an expert in microsurgery, with a focus on breast and body contouring, breast reconstruction, and lymphedema reversal. He also offers sensory restoration of the reconstructed breast and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Bank has a global perspective, thanks to his education at Tel Aviv University, the University of Chicago, and the University of Pennsylvania. He is a giver and a storyteller, who uses art and medicine to create projects such as “Reconstructed,” “Restored,” “Before the After,” and “Reblossom,” which support the Living Beyond Breast Cancer organization. He is also committed to finding innovative solutions for pain management, such as “Relievvr,” which aligns with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal #3 of promoting Good Health and Well-being. Dr. Bank is an active member of various philanthropic organizations and medical societies.

Tiffany Lee
Tiffany Lee is an aspiring business leader and senior at Townsend Harris High School. With a strong dedication to serving her community and helping others, Tiffany has gained valuable experience in education and youth communication. This summer, she traveled to her home country of Indonesia, where she combined her passion for learning and giving back by volunteering at a local orphanage in Bali. During her time at the orphanage, Tiffany taught English to the students, providing them with the opportunity to learn a new language. Through this experience, she not only shared her knowledge but also discovered more about herself and the profound impact of giving. Tiffany's journey highlights her commitment to making a difference and her growth as a compassionate leader.

2021 Speakers

OURANIA DIONYSIOU
VP International Philanthropy & Partnerships (IPP), VP of Global Partnerships & Philanthropic Services (GPPS), IRCOurania joined the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in February of 2019 to lead the Organization’s engagement with corporations, foundations and international philanthropists globally. In this role she has led the International Philanthropy and Partnerships (IPP) team to 3 consecutive years of exceeding target with 45% YoY growth in year 1 alone. As of October 2020, Ourania also leads on IRC’s inaugural Global Partnerships and Philanthropic Services Division (GPPS)- a first-of-its-kind global partnerships development hub that aims to standardize and solidify our global high-value offering in a single competitive proposition. GPPS serves IRC’s two High Value Teams (IPP and USA Philanthropy) with functional areas such as research, editorial services, field experience, corporate affairs et al. Together IPP and USA Philanthropy collectively make up for more than 80% of the Organization’s private-sector revenue. Ourania is a former diplomat of the Republic of Cyprus and UN official, with more than 15 years of experience consulting to, and serving in senior management positions in government, international organizations (UNICEF, UNHCR, WFP, WHO, UNOCHA, European Commission, Council of Europe) and private sector multinationals. She has previously served as the Director of the Press and Information Office- Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus to the USA; Director of Strategy and Policy- EU Council Presidency Secretariat; Division Head Crisis Management and External Positioning- MoFA the Republic of Cyprus; Senior Advisor to the President of the Republic of Cyprus and most recently as UNICEF’s Head of Public and Private-sector Partnerships in the Gulf region (KSA, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain). Ourania has worked extensively on innovative financing and venture philanthropy initiatives for the digitalization of global health (WHO- Bloomberg) and global private-public humanitarian emergency funds (IsDB, WHE et al). She is an alumni of the Ionian University (Greece), the Paul- Valery University (France), Johns Hopkins University SAIS (Washington, DC) and Georgetown University (Washington, DC). She is an awarded International negotiations and bargaining expert (Harvard University), a global human rights trainer (Council of Europe) and a crisis management specialist (Johns Hopkins University). She has published several OP-EDs and has received global public policy distinctions (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Presidential Award, UNOPS, Council of Europe). She is the awarded author of the "IDD Theory" (US Library of Congress) a new conflict management and political identity theory awarded by the President of the World Bank Group (2008). She is a fellow of Rotary International, the Peace and Security Institute, the Fund for American Studies, the International Institute for Political and Economic Studies and the Greek Association for Atlantic and European Cooperation.

NIZAM UDDI
Chief Strategy Officer, Algbra Mr. Uddi is the Chief Strategy Officer of algbra, a technology-based financial ecosystem dedicated to global financial inclusion by focusing on the underserved and underbanked.He is also currently a Trustee of SOAS, University of London, a Trustee of Robert. F. Kennedy Human Rights UK, a Trustee of the Aspen Institute UK, and a member of the Mayor of London’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Advisory Group.He holds an MA in Public Policy from King’s College London and was awarded an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the Queen’s 2020 Birthday Honours list for services to social mobility and community integration.

MEGHNA LAKHANI
Founder | CEO, OPTAS
Serial entrepreneur Meghna Lakhani is the Founder and CEO of sustainability related start-ups. After 12 years of corporate leadership roles around the globe and obtaining further education (including Executive MBA degree from IE university, Social Entrepreneurship Diploma from Oxford University and Corporate Sustainability Diploma from Bocconi University) she decided to embark on her path towards social entrepreneurship.Meghna is from Spain, she grew up in UK and worked in various countries before moving to the United Arab Emirates in 2012. She realized the need of bringing environmental awareness to consumers by replacing the use of single use plastic with other sustainable eco-friendly alternatives and thus One Modern World was founded in 2019.After the success of OMW, Meghna has recently launched the first sustainable city guide app in the UAE. “OPTAS” is a unique community driven eco-system connecting eco-councious consumers with responsible business, who choose to take action to protect the planet and for a better tomorrow.

RAQUEL MILLER
Founder | CEO | CHAIR, Bunchful Technologies
Raquel is Jamaican-American, an experienced speaker, business strategist and tireless champion for fellow entrepreneurs. She engages her audience on entrepreneurship, on a lifestyle of giving and a range of topics for business ventures, speaking at universities, and on podcasts and business forums, as she recounts her journey with humor and a unique voice. She is the Founder and visionary for Bunchful Technologies an enterprise that is all about giving and which aims to shine the spotlight on those who give back to the community. In congruence with Bunchful’ s foundations of giving back, Raquel also launched the BE Bunchful Awards to help shine the spotlight out and on those who give back meaningfully to their communities and the wider world. Raquel graduated head of her high school class in Jamaica, W.I., and moved to New York where she studied Philosophy and English at Queens College, CUNY.Raquel sits on the board of the New York chapter of The New Executive Women in Hospitality (NEWH) as the Director of Equity Inclusion & Diversity, and was previously a Capitol Hill Intern with a position on The House International Relations Committee. In her spare time, Raquel keeps abreast of philosophical concepts, and is an avid writer, poet and traveler, known by her personal motto, “Make a Difference, Now!”  

MEGAN HERSHISER
Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships Tech, IRC
Megan Hershiser began her career in international development working with aid organizations in Washington, DC. After moving to New York City to work for Girl Rising, Megan now leads engagement with the tech sector for the global partnerships team at the International Rescue Committee (IRC). At Girl Rising, Megan brought corporate and foundation partners into the effort to advance equal access to quality education for girls worldwide through a documentary film and social action campaign. Hershiser now focuses on developing partnerships with tech companies like Airbnb, Uber, Google and Microsoft to support IRC’s programs around the world. Megan serves on the Board of Directors for NetHope, a consortium of more than 60 leading global nonprofits that collaborates with technology innovators to solve humanitarian and conservation challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University, and was recently awarded the Young Humanitarian Alumni Award by her alma mater.

KAY NINIFOROVA
Head of Clinical (Founding Team), VIOLET
Kay Nikiforova (they/them) is the Head of Clinical at Violet, the first platform dedicated to benchmarking and educating clinicians on delivering culturally competent care. They advise startups and digital health organizations including Made of Millions, a global advocacy nonprofit on a mission to change how the world perceives mental health, and Halcyon Health, a full care continuum platform for substance use. Kay is currently pursuing their PhD in Clinical Psychology and developing a program of research focusing on LGBTQ+ and TGNC identities, cultural competence, alternative sexualities and relationships, trauma and mental health literacy. Kay is passionate about leveraging technology and advocacy to bring identity-centered mental health and healthcare to the forefront of innovation and create a more equitable healthcare system.

JORDAN WHITEWICK
IT Director, Bunchful Technologies
As Director of IT and Development for the EnsomCity project at Bunchful Technologies, Jordan designed and built the infrastructure and application architecture with security protocols and features for massive scale, delivering a platform that addresses mental health and isolation issues currently being addressed in the workforce, particularly in the new environment for hybrid and remote workers. The application helps foster an inclusive workplace with opportunities for individuals and teams to share and celebrate each other’s talents in a secure environment.Jordan has also developed highly technical and complex infrastructure and systems within Finance, Manufacturing Distribution, Legal and SaaS, delivering robust IT infrastructure and security systems, which adhere to compliance standards within North America and Europe. He has lived and worked in Latin America as a Cybersecurity Advisor for both IT and application development, implementing policies to help strengthen the organization's security posture and developed counterattack procedures for when high traffic infrastructures are threatened.

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