Associate Professor of Bioethics in Rome

Visiting Scholar at the Catholic University of America, and a Research Scholar with the UNESCO Chair in Bioethics and Human Rights. He serves on advisory boards for Magisterium AI and the Center for Technology and Human Dignity. His work appears in top ethics and theology journals. He edited the book Enhancement Fit for Humanity. He appears on NBC, EWTN, PBS, and Pints with Aquinas, and he co hosts Those Two Priests. He also serves as a chaplain for The Catholic Traveler.

Director Academy of Organisational Neuroscience Australia

Her expertise is in applied neuroscience, a field of study that takes the latest in social cognitive neuroscience research and applies it to leadership, motivation, learning and influence.  She works with schools and industry to help strengthen influence around leadership and learning impact, by sharing evidence-based practice.

Director of Aster Study Center

Angela holds a bachelor’s degree in biology, a master’s in bioethics, and a master’s in public health, in addition to certifications in aging and teaching science. She has worked in bioethics and healthcare research and as a science teacher and school administrator. She is director at Aster Study Center, after 16 years teaching science at Oakcrest School and at the Willows Academy, where she served as the Assistant Head of School. 

Founder & Director of Instructional Coaching

Zach Groshell, PhD is a highly distinguished teacher, instructional coach, and education consultant. Zach is based in Seattle, WA and works with schools nationwide and internationally to develop high quality instruction based on the science of how kids learn. Zach is the author of the book Just Tell Them, hosts the podcast, Progressively Incorrect

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Dr. David Fainstein is a school psychologist, assistant professor, and professional development leader with extensive experience supporting K–12 educators through evidence-based practice. He earned his PhD in School Psychology from the University of Oregon and is currently a faculty member at Seattle University.

President and Principal of St Mark’s College and Corpus Christi College at UBC and former President of St Mary’s University in Calgary. He has held senior leadership roles in Catholic and public post-secondary education in Canada and internationally. He is an award-winning author of 23 books including the recently-released novel The Space Between. His contributions earned the Governor General’s International Award for Canadian Studies, Diamond and Platinum Jubilee Medals, and the Blackfoot name Mountain Thunder.

Makani Marquis is the IT Manager for the Archdiocese of Vancouver and former Director of Communications. He brings both practical and theoretical knowledge of how AI is changing how we work and interact with technology as well as its broader effects. He is a husband and father of two and a member of St. Francis de Sales parish in Burnaby.