Stephen Kinsella, Prof.
Prof. Stephen Kinsella is one of Ireland’s leading economists, known for translating complex economic and societal change into clear, engaging and practical insight. As Professor of Economics and Head of Department at the University of Limerick, he advises on economic policy, innovation systems, institutional reform and the future impact of AI on work and society. A compelling keynote speaker and commentator, Stephen brings together economics, leadership, systems thinking and technology to help organisations better understand uncertainty, navigate change and build resilient, future-focused strategies.
Sahar Hashemi OBE
Sahar Hashemi OBE is a visionary entrepreneur, bestselling author and founder of Buy Women Built. Best known for co-founding Coffee Republic, the UK’s first US-style coffee chain, she now helps organisations reignite entrepreneurial thinking, innovation and customer connection in an increasingly complex and AI-driven world. Through engaging storytelling and practical insight, Sahar challenges audiences to rethink bureaucracy, fear and the need for certainty — empowering leaders and teams to act with greater courage, agility and momentum.
Tania de Jong AM
Tania de Jong AM is one of Australia’s most successful female entrepreneurs, an internationally recognised keynote speaker and an acclaimed performer. Founder of six businesses and four charities, she is a global authority on creativity, innovation, collaboration and leadership, known for combining powerful insights with music and storytelling to inspire transformational change
