9:15 - 10:00 AM

Bill Woolf

Space Force Association

Colonel William A. “Bill” Woolf, USAF (Ret.), is a distinguished retired U.S. Air Force officer with over 24 years of service, renowned for his leadership in space and nuclear operations. Col. Woolf’s career encompassed pivotal roles in space operations, nuclear command and control, and technical program management. He held key positions in operations, staff leadership, and technical program management, with extensive experience in advanced space programs and Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2). A graduate of the United States Air Force Weapons School, he is recognized for his expertise in space and multi-domain operations.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81018985480?pwd=SRf97lgLbup6n9zTJeK1z2YNNK0h0E.1

Meeting ID: 810 1898 5480

Passcode: 828171

10:15- 11:00 AM

Jeff Hogan

Killer Whale Tales

Jeff started Killer Whale Tales in 2000 with the goal of bringing the living science of the field into the classroom. Combining his interests of teaching, photography, science, psychology and theatre, Jeff created a program in which the students came to experience the world as the animals around them do. Jeff brings thirty-eight years of education experience and 22 years of orca research/conservation work to his position. 

https://zoom.us/my/inspiredclassroom1

11:15 - 12:00 PM

Toby O'Rourke

Kampgrounds of America, Inc

Inspired by her company’s mission of “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” Toby O’Rourke is a thought leader and visionary for outdoor hospitality and travel.

As President & CEO of Kampgrounds of America, Inc., she oversees KOA, the world’s largest branded system of campgrounds with over 500 franchised and company owned locations across North America. The company also owns Terramor Outdoor Resorts, a new glamping venture with a flagship property in Maine. In addition to managing its outdoor hospitality portfolio, KOA, Inc. is the go-to source for industry research publishing the North American Camping Report annually as well as monthly data.

Since joining KOA in 2011, O’Rourke has helped push KOA, Inc. to be at the forefront of industry change and modernization fueled by her unique professional experience in digital marketing, brand management, technology consulting, business architecture and software development. She initiated an ongoing, cross-functional effort, Campground of the Future, which seeks to re-imagine camping and introduce new concepts and technologies to the business.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83390421934?pwd=nYwAv8NY7Tyk1fNZaaYjubibotRDTZ.1

Meeting ID: 833 9042 1934

Passcode: 302790

12:15 - 1:00 PM

Bri Daniels

Bridger Bionics

Bri is an outdoor enthusiast dedicated to fostering access and inclusion in all spaces. As a two-time childhood cancer survivor and amputee, she has faced and overcome many challenges in her journey back to participating in sports. As a PSIA Adaptive Ski Instructor at Bridger Bowl and Big Sky, she has years of experience coaching adaptive snow sports and is passionate about empowering others to experience the joy of outdoor recreation.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3980921390

Meeting ID: 398 092 1390

1:15 - 2:00 PM

Cassandra Sunell

BioScience Alliance

Cassandra is a driving force behind Montana’s growing bioscience economy.

With a background in international business and a passion for innovation, Cassandra brings deep expertise in cross-sector collaboration, workforce development, and economic strategy to her role as Director. Her career has spanned key roles in outreach, policy engagement, and program design, always with a focus on creating opportunity and impact across the bioscience and tech landscape.

As the Founder and Curator of TEDxWhitefish and a Montana Ambassador appointed by the Governor, Cassandra knows how to bring people together to move ideas forward. She also leads workforce development initiatives at Accelerate Montana, helping to prepare Montanans for careers in emerging industries.

Whether she’s building statewide partnerships or designing training programs that expand access to STEM careers, Cassandra is committed to one thing: ensuring Montana’s bioscience ecosystem is built to last.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88109071995?pwd=9FU5fF2Zuu0Wclm5y7XQjS56jp8TE5.1

Meeting ID: 881 0907 1995

Passcode: 302765

9:15 - 10:00 AM 

Greg Scarlatoiu

Committee of Human Rights in North Korea

Greg Scarlatoiu is the President and CEO of the Committee for Human Rights in North Korea (HRNK). From 2011 to 2024, he was HRNK’s Executive Director. While leading HRNK, he has directed the publication of over 50 reports on North Korea’s detention facilities, regime dynamics, vulnerable groups, and information environment. He has been a visiting professor at Yonsei University since 2022 and taught at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies for 8 years. Scarlatoiu is president of the International Council on Korean Studies (ICKS).

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89823601499?pwd=ojfSTlDUeZ6HlahM1oed1OVVB5zd3D.1

Meeting ID: 898 2360 1499

Passcode: 224787

10:15 - 11:00 AM

Jedadiah Brodie

Researcher, Ecologist, Cloud Leopards

I am a globally engaged conservation scientist focused on biodiversity, climate resilience, and strategic ecological planning. As the John J. Craighead Endowed Chair of Conservation at the University of Montana and Co-founder and Co-director of the Biodiversity Research and Policy Center (BRPC)—a joint initiative with the US Forest Service—I work across science, policy, and implementation to drive evidence-based biodiversity solutions at large scales.

My research combines field ecology, experiments, community modeling, and remote sensing to understand and forecast how species and ecological networks respond to anthropogenic pressures. A large portion of my work takes place in tropical rainforests, where I collaborate closely with ministries, NGOs, and Indigenous partners in countries like Malaysia to design protected areas, reforestation corridors, and sustainable wildlife harvest strategies.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82820779585?pwd=VS08zlNc8A7W1uNhxVH3Vvghs2YbEA.1

Meeting ID: 828 2077 9585

Passcode: 783001

11:15 - 12:00 PM

Heidi Rickels

Freshwater Project International

Heidi Rickels is the Executive Director of Freshwater Project International, where she leads global efforts to expand access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene through resilient, solar-powered systems. With more than two decades of experience in humanitarian work, sustainability, and community-centered development, she specializes in building partnerships that drive long-term impact. Heidi works at the intersection of health, clean energy, and global development, collaborating with organizations, youth, and innovators to advance equitable solutions. She is passionate about empowering communities and creating pathways for sustainable change.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88080558841?pwd=2ImeQogd2UVH24XaSyUGwVhaKbffyI.1

Meeting ID: 880 8055 8841

Passcode: 279029

12:15 - 1:00 PM

AY Young

Global Performer, Battery Tour

AY Young is a singer/rapper, songwriter, entertainer, producer, and entrepreneur. He has performed around the world at over 800 shows using and advocating for renewable energy sourced from solar and battery power (The Battery Tour). Companies like Samsung, Verizon, Water.org, Sony, Strange Music Inc., and Google all have hired AY for appearances and entertainment events. He was recently named a UN Youth Leader for sustainable development goals, performed at President Biden’s inauguration, and is working on a global goals album titled Project 17 (release date April 2022).

Project 17 serves as an umbrella for an intricate partnership of 17 organizations, 17 sponsors, and 17 partner musicians to develop 17 impact projects destined to make our planet a healthier, kinder, and more sustainable world. Each song will have a corporate sponsor who supports that SDG goal, including Samsung, Verizon, and ENEL Green Power. Two singles from Project 17, “Regeneration” & “AYO”, are set to premiere in the Netflix documentary “Down to Earth,” with Zac Efron.

The Battery Tour is a renewable-energy powered grass-roots concert series that raises money through donations to promote, develop and deploy sustainable solutions and solar powered boxes for villages that do not have reliable access to electricity. It builds communities and inspires people to positively impact the world and build a better, more sustainable future together.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86931450476?pwd=nXV53DjYxSmbp0o0xEzr2DabvUu357.1

Meeting ID: 869 3145 0476

Passcode: 166417

1:15 - 2:00 PM

Dr. Jenn Gemmill

Alert Medical Director

Dr. Jennifer Gemmill is the medical director of the ALERT program, which has been providing advanced life-support and emergency rescue services for over 50 years. The program is known for its significant contributions to rural healthcare, having saved over 3,000 lives through more than 21,000 flights. Dr. Gemmill has extensive experience in emergency medicine and is affiliated with Methodist Hospital Stone Oak in Kalispell, Montana.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82310504923?pwd=hXbHfzjrrYvPUEXhA15JCTkbO4ZCOm.1

Meeting ID: 823 1050 4923

Passcode: 121494

9:15 - 10:00 AM

Debadutta Dash

Outreach Advisor, Consulate General of India

Debadutta Dash is a prominent figure in the Indian Consulate in Seattle, serving as the Co-Chair of the Washington State India Trade Relations Action Committee. He has a diverse background, having worked with the Departments of Commerce, Agriculture, and Co-operatives for the Government of India. Dash has been involved in various community service initiatives and has been honored for his contributions to the Indian community in the United States. His leadership extends to the Sukarya educational effort, which aims to empower underprivileged individuals in India. Dash's dedication to trade relations and community service has made him a key figure in the Indian Consulate's efforts to foster connections and support the Indian diaspora in the region.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84730787119?pwd=X78rd2VrZHncm8vLaHm0FRvl2GdTm6.1

Meeting ID: 847 3078 7119

Passcode: 514835

10:15 - 11:00 AM

Oliver Schramm

Diplomat in Residence, German Institute for Global & Area Studies

Oliver Schramm has a rich background in diplomacy and international relations. He began his career in the Political Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bonn and later worked as a member of the Chancellor's speech-writing group. Schramm has held various positions within the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including as Head of Division for German Schools Abroad and International Sports Cooperation. His extensive experience includes postings in Seoul, Boston, Washington/DC, Rome, Lima, and London. Schramm's current role as Diplomat in Residence at GIGA and Fellow at GIGA reflects his ongoing engagement with German initiatives and his connections within the Federal Foreign Office (FO). He previously served as the Consul General of Federal Republic of Germany, San Francisco where he covered Montana as a regio having visited 4 times during his position. 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86332104285?pwd=RKpuWHLhQuXp3LKhcmGYlhaDHN6Mne.1

Meeting ID: 863 3210 4285

Passcode: 838384

11:15 - 12:00 PM

Brooke Randak

ZooMontana

Brooke has been part of ZooMontana’s Education Department since May 2021, growing into her current position as Director of Education & Conservation. In this role, she leads the zoo’s educational programming and conservation initiatives, fostering a deeper connection between the public and the natural world. Brooke is deeply passionate about wildlife education and strives to inspire others to appreciate and protect the environment through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys birding, gardening, and spending time with her own zoo of animal companions at home.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81685603338?pwd=aD9BXwRCoZW5pgmb1A0YgWz8vLhOzQ.1

Meeting ID: 816 8560 3338

Passcode: 132446

12:15 - 1:00 PM

Paul Gomex

Clowns without Borders

Paul Gomex is a clown, physical theater artist, educator, and the founder of Clowns Without Borders Switzerland. He has a rich background in clowning, having started his journey as a street performer in Venezuela. Gomex's journey in clowning was marked by his move to Belgium, where he experienced the artistic development in the European scene. He also volunteered for Clowns Without Borders, an association that performs in refugee camps and conflict zones, which sparked his desire to explore new dimensions of performing arts. Gomex's work with Clowns Without Borders has been pivotal in bringing laughter and joy to communities in need, making him a key figure in the organization's mission to bring laughter to those who need it most.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86937451473?pwd=B5KHqPZpHF4HxLVBTedVekchvYaYdQ.1

Meeting ID: 869 3745 1473

Passcode: 945233

1:15 - 2:00 PM

Fahad Nazer

Spokesperson for the Saudi Arabian Embassy 

Fahad Nazer is a seasoned political analyst and spokesperson for the Saudi Arabian Embassy in the US. He has a rich background in political science and has worked with various intelligence and consulting firms. Nazer's expertise includes analyzing political, social, and economic developments in Saudi Arabia, as well as understanding militant Islamist groups in the Arabian Peninsula. He has contributed to numerous media outlets and has been invited to speak at various universities. Nazer's work has been featured in major publications such as The New York Times, CNN, Foreign Affairs, The Hill, and YaleGlobal Online. He holds degrees from New York University and St. John’s University, and has completed the coursework and examination requirements for a PhD in political science at the Catholic University of America.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85833172678?pwd=93N8xay83OsriWtyLZ3PL1jtA4Iyk6.1

Meeting ID: 858 3317 2678

Passcode: 481389

9:15 - 10:00 AM

Annelle Sheline

Quincy Institute, Middle East Expert

Annelle Sheline, Ph.D., is a research fellow in the Middle East program. She previously served as a Foreign Affairs Officer at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor’s Office of Near Eastern Affairs (DRL/NEA), before resigning in March 2024 in protest over the Biden administration’s unconditional support for Israeli military operations in Gaza.

Annelle is completing a book manuscript on religious authority in the Middle East, focused on the countries of Jordan, Morocco, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. She is a senior non-resident fellow at the Arab Center of Washington DC, a non-resident fellow at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, and an adjunct faculty member at Georgetown University. She holds a Ph.D. in political science from George Washington University.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85697023302?pwd=YeHeQugPwBI8J0z3laElrrw9TP7Hm3.1

Meeting ID: 856 9702 3302

Passcode: 316997

10:15 - 11:00 AM

Jonathon Richter

Immersive Learning Network

Jonathon Richter, Ed.D. is co-founder and Executive Director of the Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN), a global non-profit corporation dedicated to finding and showcasing the evidence for "what works" in immersive learning experiences. His research interest is, thus, in defining and cultivating immersive learning research across the disciplines. Richter is also Chair of Digital Design Tech at Salish Kootenai College on the Flathead Indian Reservation and performs research and evaluation of design projects at the University of Montana's Broader Impacts Groups. His research interests locally are in co-design of the choreography, assessment, & evaluation of cross-reality experiences situating people, land, wilderness, and natural resources in culturally meaningful experiences.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86314860955?pwd=kmIIJbfH6nn1rERnboIEE5GldgbTZ4.1

Meeting ID: 863 1486 0955

Passcode: 922101

11:15 - 12:00 PM

Nancy Schlepp

Sandfire Blank Butte Copper Mine Project

Nancy Schlepp is the VP Communications & Government Relations and a Corporate Officer of Sandfire Resources America. Nancy has 25 plus years of worldwide business experience in corporate affairs, government relations, international trade, communications, public policy, and human resources. Previous positions include the Executive Director of the Montana Taxpayers Association and National Affairs Director for the Montana Farm Bureau Federation.

Currently, Nancy is the Board Chair of the Montana Chamber of Commerce, sits on the executive committee of the Montana Taxpayers Association, and serves on the boards of the Montana Mining Association, REAL Montana, the Montana Non-Profit Association, and the Meagher County Community Foundation. Nancy has also served as a Meagher County Commissioner.

Nancy grew up in Ringling, Montana where her and her husband own and operate her family’s cattle ranch which has been in the family for 129 years. They have 3 grown children.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84078384177?pwd=90rBeuac5OSISHQkDqnOrx7Jzz9POm.1

Meeting ID: 840 7838 4177

Passcode: 279071

12:15 - 1:00 PM

Holly Truitt

Consultant, Author, Researcher, Designer

Holly Truitt is a designer and facilitator who helps organizations catalyze better-the-world impact. With more than 20 years of experience guiding public and private organizations through uncharted transformations, Holly is a nationally respected author, researcher, and presenter. Holly’s work has secured funding and drawn support from large foundations, thriving municipalities, flagship universities, Fortune 500 companies and world-class libraries and museums. A sought-after speaker, Holly has presented at HATCH Europe, HATCH Heartland, Parenthood: The Unconference, MIT’s Science Festival Alliance, TedX, the National Science Foundation, AudPop, and others. In 2014, she was named among the Missoulian newspaper’s “20 Under 40,” and in 2013, she was awarded a global Noyce Fellowship. A visiting student at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health during her graduate studies, Holly has lectured at Stanford d. school. She lives in Missoula, Montana with her husband and son.

Committed to her community, she is engaged in the Missoula Downtown Association, gives her time as a Powerhouse Montana mentor, and has served on the board of the Missoula United Way.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82348535389?pwd=CwXfYB8WtsTI361f3jf0EXR65bLPqU.1

Meeting ID: 823 4853 5389

Passcode: 154294

1:15 - 2:00 PM

John Scannella

Paleontologist, Museum of the Rockies

John was born in Queens, New York, and became interested in dinosaurs at an early age. While growing up in Queens, he read books and watched documentaries about new dinosaur discoveries made in Montana by Museum of the Rockies. He attended Rutgers University and received a bachelor's degree in geological sciences.

Before coming to Montana, he volunteered at the American Museum of Natural History and Rutgers Geology Museum. John studied under former MOR Curator of Paleontology Jack Horner and earned a Doctorate of Philosophy through the Department of Earth Sciences at Montana State University in 2015. His dissertation research focused on the famous horned dinosaur Triceratops.

In 2017, he became the John R. Horner curator of paleontology at Museum of the Rockies. John has conducted paleontological fieldwork throughout Montana and collaborates with an international team of colleagues and research associates. Current research projects include exploring prehistoric ecosystems, examining modes of fossil preservation, and deciphering the growth and evolution of dinosaurs.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86146986365?pwd=0VXaqiMlxYtwSMd9Knp0TEBsbmcvHG.1

Meeting ID: 861 4698 6365

Passcode: 835996