Speakers

Sharon Mandell

CIO

Sharon Mandell

CIO

logo_juniper

Sharon Mandell is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer leading Juniper Network’s global information technology team.
Prior to joining Juniper, Mandell held CIO or CTO roles at TIBCO Software, Harmonic, Black Arrow(now Cadent), Knight Ridder and the Tribune Company. She is also an adjunct professor in the MSIS program at the University of San Francisco and has previously taught at Santa Clara University. Mandell holds a BA in computer science from Temple University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School Business.

Over the course of her career, serving in media and high technology companies, Sharon Mandell has developed a level of expertise in digital transformation, cybersecurity and compliance, and AI & automation. She is passionate about supporting women in STEM careers and in her free time Mandell serves on various arts and education related boards. When not at the office, she often be found at the ballet or some sporting event.

Olivia Tam

Chief Director,
Sponsorship

Olivia has over twenty years in high-tech giants. She has led programs and teams from infrastructure optimization, features launch, future of work, and technology enablement. She is currently leading organizational effectiveness and AI enablement initiatives in Google Cloud. She enjoys orchestrating win-win partnerships, translating complex tech into business value, and driving measurable impact. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, she brings a global perspective and strategic savvy. Let’s connect and sponsor the next wave of AI innovation together!

Abhijeet Joshi

Chief Director,
Strategic Partnerships

Abhijeet Joshi, a dynamic Program Manager at Nvidia thrives on steering projects with critical timelines to success. Beyond his impressive professional role, Abhijeet wears the hat of a leader as the District Director of Toastmasters, showcasing his commitment to personal and professional development. Over the last five years, he has risen through the ranks, demonstrating his dedication to excellence and leadership prowess. However, beyond the corporate world and Toastmasters, Abhijeet’s true passion lies in giving back, making him a well-rounded individual dedicated to both professional achievements and community impact.

Sinan Tu

Managing Principal,

Event Branding

Sinan, Co-Founder of Meshki, brings over ten years of experience in shaping and elevating brands like Microsoft, Chevron and Crocs. Her expertise encompasses branding, presentation, motion graphics, web design, and development. She crafted over 30 corporate identities and elevated over 60 startups, seamlessly merging design and development strategies in diverse business environments. She has a proven track record of planning and executing event concepts across diverse project phases, enhancing brand storytelling, and driving growth. 

Mahan Soltanzadeh

Chairman,
Event Strategy & Operation

Mahan, Co-Founder of Meshki, is a seasoned event organizer and chief creative with over two decades of experience crafting immersive brand narratives in experiential design and marketing. His expertise in melding creativity, strategy, and technology has led to transformative collaborations with esteemed brands like Chevron and Samsung. His track record includes organizing over 17 national and international tradeshow events and completing over 75 design-build custom tradeshow booths. It creates memorable experiences, boosts event attendance, and drives substantial sales. A pioneer in employing AR and VR, Mahan enhances the human experience in brand storytelling. His academic contributions further underscore his commitment to shaping the future of experiential marketing
and design.