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Brian Booden

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George Beaton

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Ben Rogojan

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Kurtis Kemple

Kurtis Kemple is a visionary tech leader with a diverse background spanning roles at major tech companies like Salesforce, Amazon, and Major League Soccer. From navigating the challenges of incarceration to becoming a Senior Director of Developer Relations at Slack, Kurtis has experienced firsthand how access to knowledge and skills can change lives. His journey from learning to code behind bars to leading teams at the forefront of tech innovation fuels his passion for making AI literacy available to everyone.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtiskemple/

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Taylor Desseyn

Taylor is a skilled people connector, dedicated to helping individuals find their perfect career fit. With over 10+ years of expertise in facilitating ideal matches within the IT industry, he has successfully helped over 600+ engineers find their dream jobs. 

Taylor's knack for creating community shines through his use of social media and content creation. He's a team-scaling expert, with an emphasis on team growth happening the right way. Currently, his focus is helping job seekers find opportunities faster and engineering leaders hire more efficiently.

Beyond recruitment, Taylor hosts podcasts, engages with an ever-growing texting/email community, and speaks at conferences-- all to build a thriving tech community nationwide. His mission is simple yet impactful: to show people they’re not alone in the job search while providing valuable support and insights every step of the way.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylordesseyn/