Speakers

With over 20 years in the field, I am a seasoned expert in building web and mobile apps. Mainly focusing on JavaScript for the past 17 years. TypeScript and React in the last 7 years. I founded SmartGeeks, a company that builds web and mobile apps. Additionally, co-founded VoiceKitt, a GenAI voice assistant company that went through the Techstars program, and launched Zooc, a platform for async communication. My work has earned me projects with big names like Klarna, Siemens, and Allianz. Always on the lookout for new technologies; I am currently exploring RAG.

I hold an MBA and a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights and have extensive experience working in HR within the oil & gas industry, where I developed a strong foundation in managing personnel and organisational development. As an HR expert, I am currently researching the challenges of remote leadership in virtual work groups at IU Berlin.

I have a diverse background that includes not only HR management but also involvement in various events and volunteering activities that involve continuous interaction with professionals of both tech and non-tech backgrounds.

I seek opportunities to meet people from diverse backgrounds and learn about their perspectives and life experiences, which enriches my approach to both professional and personal endeavours.

I love engaging in creative activities and also have a YouTube channel in my name, and I also enjoy sharing HR-related knowledge through my LinkedIn profile on a regular basis. This creative outlet allows me to connect with a broader audience and continuously develop a huge network of like-minded individuals.

I am particularly interested in how technology can be leveraged to improve HR practices and enhance organisational efficiency.

A Canadian in Berlin for 10+ years, I’ve gone through the roller coaster of emotions one feels when looking for a job as a foreigner in Germany. During my time in Berlin, I’ve had five different visas and worked as both a freelancer and a permanent employee for numerous companies. I’ve also worked as a hiring manager and have seen the other side, seeing nervous candidates in interviews and the mistakes people make in their job applications. As a result of these experiences, I created The Berlin Life where we help people find jobs in Germany. We offer free career guides, community events, an informative weekly newsletter, and career coaching services.

Kairun Daikoku is an Event Moderator, Coach, and Sales Manager in Berlin. He began his cross-cultural and professional career as a Tour Guide, guiding Canadians to Japan for 4 years. This experience opened the door to public speaking and cultural exploration. Leading to a Masters Degree in Standards of Decision Making Across Cultures in Germany. Upon completing his masters thesis in China on entrepreneurial decision-making, it led him to the tech capital of Europe, Berlin. After working in multiple startups and experiencing the organizational transformation to scale up, he turned his eyes to coaching. Presently, he executes the sales strategy in the UK and supports coachees in the areas of well-being, conflict management, leadership, and career change.

Leslea founded English Job Denmark in 2019 in response to seeing international professionals struggling to navigate the job search in Denmark. This was something she had experienced 16 years ago as a job seeker when she landed in Denmark from England.

With over 20 years’ communications experience in both the business & not-for-profit sectors, Leslea helps professionals with a clear career strategy to improve visibility to hiring managers & recruiters. She has helped equip hundreds of internationals with the knowledge and know-how about Danish work culture and the job-search process, to help them land their dream job.

Leslea also hosts and facilitates workshops, and is an engaging speaker and motivator with organisations and companies in Denmark to help them retain international talent.

Lisa Altenpohl is an actress, a coach and a trainer in the field of somatics and female empowerment. In her coaching work she helps individuals to strive in the career work by embodying their core values and learning to work with the nervous system. As a multitalented person herself she knows what it’s like to change careers and build something new from scratch. With her holistic approach she empowers people from all over the world and helps them to reconnect with their power.