Twentysomethings are the focus of developmental clinical psychologist Meg Jay, PhD. She is the author of the cult book The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter and How to Make the Most of Them Now, Supernormal: The Secret World of the Family Hero, and The Twentysomething Treatment: A Revolutionary Remedy for an Uncertain Age. Her work has been featured in the... read full bio
MISOGI is a London-based music producer who was born in Dubai. He began producing EDM before moving on to his side project, Drxp, which eventually evolved into MISOGI, his main project. He essentially works in segments and switched up his genre from project to project. While his next EP, Death Metal, is all about the alternative rock, post-punk, new wave,... read full bio
Protopia Futures was founded by futurist and speculative designer Monika Bielskyte, who is also a partner of Africa Life Centric Design. Her work is not based on one-size-fits-all techno-solutionism, which is prone to short-term hype cycles and rapid obsolescence, but rather on contextual, complicated realities on the ground. With a background in immersive media and information technologies (generative AI, spatial... read full bio
Martina Edwards was renowned as Merrill Lynch's first African-American female trading broker on the New York Stock Exchange floor, frequently completing volatile stock orders for more than $50 million in daily trading value. She was also recognized at the time as the only actively trading African-American woman seat holder among the company's 1,366 members. Edwards is presently the Chief... read full bio
Melissa Gonzalez, an award-winning retail strategist, founded MG2 Advisory and is a principal of the international design and architecture business MG2. She advises brands and retailers on how to use innovative strategy and forward-thinking consumer insights from concept to implementation, drawing on her experience as a Wall Street executive and seasoned entrepreneur who has collaborated with some of the fastest-growing... read full bio
Max Allais, a French New Zealand singer-songwriter, has posted a soothing video of himself singing and playing an acoustic guitar online on most days for the past three years. He has an audience of 3.3 million on TikTok and 860K on Instagram thanks to his consistency, diligence, and honest communication. Everyone should have the opportunity to pursue their goals, but it's... read full bio
Marla Blow is the president and chief operating officer of the Skoll Foundation, a group that invests in, connects, and supports social entrepreneurs and other social innovators who work together to develop audacious and just solutions to the most important issues facing the world. The Skoll Foundation aims to spark revolutionary social change. She was previously the founder and CEO... read full bio
As the first Black female member of the National Football League's on-field officiating staff, Maia created history. When the NFL asked her to join its Officiating Development Program, she was officiating college football games for the Pac-12 and Conference USA. At Renaissance Academy in Virginia, Maia is an award-winning health and physical education teacher who offers individualized support to at-risk... read full bio
As a tanker and cavalryman, Lieutenant General (retired) Mark Hertling spent 38 years in the United States Army, rising through the ranks from commander of the 7th Army to tank platoon leader on the East-West German border. After leading over 60,000 soldiers and collaborating with the Armies of 51 countries as the Commanding General of US Army, Europe (USAREUR), he... read full bio
Award-winning journalist Misha Glenny gained notoriety as the BBC's Central Europe Correspondent, covering the battles and revolutions in the former Yugoslavia in 1989. In addition to winning BT's Information Security Journalist of the Year award, he also holds a Sony Gold Award for Outstanding Contribution to Broadcasting. Governments and law enforcement organizations in Europe and the Americas frequently seek his advice... read full bio
With comedy based on his experiences as a farmer, barrel racer, boudoir photographer, patriotic Alabamian, and LGBTQ+ pioneer, Mathews is a rising star in the live comedy scene. He has amassed over 1 billion views on social media and more than 12 million fans. Following the success of tracks like "What a War" and "Joke's On Me," he is also getting... read full bio
For aficionados of techno, few names hold as much significance as Mark Reeve. The Drumcode icon has dedicated more than twenty years in Germany, honing his skills after departing the UK in search of a scene robust enough to accept the formidable, unyielding techno sound that characterizes his vision. Supported by prominent techno figures such as Adam Beyer, Sven Väth,... read full bio
Actor, comedian, author, podcaster, and television personality Matt Rogers resides in Los Angeles. Alongside SNL's Bowen Yang, he co-hosts the well-liked podcast "Las Culturistas," which was awarded Time Out New York's #1 Comedy Podcast and Time Magazine's "50 Best Podcasts to Listen to Right Now." He was named one of Variety's Comics To Watch. Matt has appeared in the animated... read full bio
Former journalist Molly Wood is now an investor in climate technology. She is the CEO and founder of MWM, where she invests in technological solutions to the climate catastrophe, writes and podcasts about it, and offers advice. She was previously a managing director at the early-stage venture financing firm LAUNCH. Molly, a podcast pioneer, started Buzz Out Loud, one of the... read full bio
Mira is the unique type of DJ whose music has the power to instantly immerse you in her universe, which is one of deep, sensual groove and unending curiosity. After relocating to Berlin, the epicenter of electronic music in Europe, Mira settled down in the storied Bar25 and later Kater Blau, which is now Kater. Mira became well-known in Europe and... read full bio
Mindless Behavior is an American R&B and hip-hop ensemble established in 2008. The group, now helmed by original members Prodigy and Ray Ray, continues to embody the music, intensity, and culture that endeared Mindless Behaviour to its fans. Renowned for tracks such as “My Girl,” “Mrs. Right,” and “All Around the World,” Mindless Behavior combines melodious vocals, energetic dancing, and... read full bio
Marijn van Vliet, commonly referred to as Marsolo, is a house DJ and producer, born and bred in the Netherlands. His life underwent a musical transformation when he began layering drum loops on his computer. With each passing year, he increasingly honed his professionalism in music creation. Upon completing high school, he was admitted to the esteemed Herman Brood Academy,... read full bio
A multi-disciplined creative force, award-nominated Brazilian musician and artist Malive skillfully explores the intersections of waves, frequencies, and nuanced vibes in the creation of his works. Vinicius's distinctly multidisciplinary perspective permeates his music and compositions, reflecting the themes found in the most iconic aspects of house and techno contemporary trends, unrestrained by the necessity for symmetry. Featuring performances at festivals and... read full bio
Born in communist Poland, electronic music artist Michal Menert and his family fled to the United States as political refugees. Michals father shared with him a variety of different types and styles of music growing up, and this birthed in him a love and appreciation for music. Menert also played an assortment of instruments as a child, such as... read full bio
Montell Jordan is an American singer-songwriter, record producer and pastor who is best known for his hit 90’s single “This Is How We Do It”, which peaked at number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts as well as on the US R&B charts. The single also reached US certified Platinum. Over the course of his career, Jordan released... read full bio
