Guiding the Conversation
Our committee members curate the program and ensure every session delivers lasting impact.
Gloria Rong
Gloria Rong
Co-founder and Executive Dean of the BIBS
Dr. Gloria Rong is a leading advocate for interdisciplinary legal and business education between China and the U.S.
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Co-founder and Executive Dean of the BIBS
Dr. Gloria Rong is a leading advocate for interdisciplinary legal and business education between China and the U.S.
Ugoji Adanma Eze
Ugoji Adanma Eze
Barrister-at-Law, The Honorable Society of Grays Inn, UK Memberships: The New York City Bar Association, The African Bar Association Nigeria Bar Association, The International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists. American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists American Society for Public Administration Chairman, Human Rights and Constitutional Law Committee, African Bar Association Lay Adviser , New York Board Of Rabbis Professor at Boston International Business School
Dr. Ugoji Adanma Eze, Esq., PhD, is an international law scholar, cybersecurity expert, and global security analyst. She is a barrister of Gray’s Inn and a United Nations contributor, specializing in artificial intelligence, data privacy, and counterterrorism policy.
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Barrister-at-Law, The Honorable Society of Grays Inn, UK Memberships: The New York City Bar Association, The African Bar Association Nigeria Bar Association, The International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists. American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists American Society for Public Administration Chairman, Human Rights and Constitutional Law Committee, African Bar Association Lay Adviser , New York Board Of Rabbis Professor at Boston International Business School
Dr. Ugoji Adanma Eze, Esq., PhD, is an international law scholar, cybersecurity expert, and global security analyst. She is a barrister of Gray’s Inn and a United Nations contributor, specializing in artificial intelligence, data privacy, and counterterrorism policy.
Ed Y. Li
Ed Y. Li
Co-Dean and Professor of BIBS, Founder of IW Capitals
Mr. Ed Y. is the Co-Dean and Professor of BIBS and founder of IW Capitals
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Co-Dean and Professor of BIBS, Founder of IW Capitals
Mr. Ed Y. is the Co-Dean and Professor of BIBS and founder of IW Capitals
Joseph Giuseppe Cirnigliaro
Joseph Giuseppe Cirnigliaro
Professor
Joseph Giuseppe Cirnigliaro has been active in politics since 1976, beginning with Mario Cuomo’s campaigns and later supporting multiple New York City mayors and New York governors. He served as Campaign Manager for Assemblyman Arnaldo Ferraro and later pursued a run for the New York State Senate.
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Professor
Joseph Giuseppe Cirnigliaro has been active in politics since 1976, beginning with Mario Cuomo’s campaigns and later supporting multiple New York City mayors and New York governors. He served as Campaign Manager for Assemblyman Arnaldo Ferraro and later pursued a run for the New York State Senate.
Elvis Newman
Elvis Newman
Emcee, Futurist Speaker & Author
Elvis Newman is a highly sought after motivational and futurist speaker in New York.
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Emcee, Futurist Speaker & Author
Elvis Newman is a highly sought after motivational and futurist speaker in New York.
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Our podium hosts Nobel laureates, Fortune 500 CEOs, and policymakers shaping the global agenda.
Ed Flynn
Ed Flynn
Member of the Boston City Council; Former Council President
Edward Flnn is a prominent leader and social activist in the Boston area who has made long-standing contributions to…
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Member of the Boston City Council; Former Council President
Edward Flnn is a prominent leader and social activist in the Boston area who has made long-standing contributions to…
Leong Ying
Leong Ying
Visionary physicist
Visionary physicist and author known for the "Twin Universe" concept.
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Visionary physicist
Visionary physicist and author known for the "Twin Universe" concept.
Margareth Johana Gonzalez Avila
Margareth Johana Gonzalez Avila
Financial Leadership & Empowerment
One of the world's leading finance and trade experts, spoke at the FX Summit 2024 in Dubai, participating in the "Women…
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Financial Leadership & Empowerment
One of the world's leading finance and trade experts, spoke at the FX Summit 2024 in Dubai, participating in the "Women…
David Chen
David Chen
Professor
David Chen, founder of Princeton Venture Studio, empowers Harvard and Princeton researchers to launch impactful ventures. He also founded AngelVest Fund and serves on the Harvard Business School Alumni Angels board, promoting mindful, purpose-driven entrepreneurship and global innovation.
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Professor
David Chen, founder of Princeton Venture Studio, empowers Harvard and Princeton researchers to launch impactful ventures. He also founded AngelVest Fund and serves on the Harvard Business School Alumni Angels board, promoting mindful, purpose-driven entrepreneurship and global innovation.
Kevin Chen
Kevin Chen
Associate Dean of the BIBS Adjunct Associate Professor of New York University Chief Economist and CIO of Horizon Financial
Prof. Chen is the Chief Economist and CIO of Horizon Financial.
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Associate Dean of the BIBS Adjunct Associate Professor of New York University Chief Economist and CIO of Horizon Financial
Prof. Chen is the Chief Economist and CIO of Horizon Financial.
David Sans
David Sans
Healthcare and Finance Leader
David Sans, PhD, FAARM MBA, is a biotech and pharma executive with experience in corporate finance, business development, operational, and commercial roles spanning both large pharmaceutical and emerging biotechnology companies. David Sans currently serves as Director of Healthcare at EF Hutton, where he oversees all Healthcare Transactions at EF Hutton spearheading and driving a wide range of industry transactions.
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Healthcare and Finance Leader
David Sans, PhD, FAARM MBA, is a biotech and pharma executive with experience in corporate finance, business development, operational, and commercial roles spanning both large pharmaceutical and emerging biotechnology companies. David Sans currently serves as Director of Healthcare at EF Hutton, where he oversees all Healthcare Transactions at EF Hutton spearheading and driving a wide range of industry transactions.
Gary Kong
Gary Kong
2025 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee
Sir Gary Sze Kong, J.D. is a self-made entrepreneur, real estate investor, and philanthropist.
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2025 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee
Sir Gary Sze Kong, J.D. is a self-made entrepreneur, real estate investor, and philanthropist.
Jeff Ye
Jeff Ye
Co-Dean, Professor, Art Advisory Chair
Renowned art collector based in NY, has an office at rockefellar center. Jeff Ye is recognized as a master collector of Chinese antiquities, known for a disciplined approach to connoisseurship and a deep respect for historical context.
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Co-Dean, Professor, Art Advisory Chair
Renowned art collector based in NY, has an office at rockefellar center. Jeff Ye is recognized as a master collector of Chinese antiquities, known for a disciplined approach to connoisseurship and a deep respect for historical context.