Jesse's passion for storytelling and emerging technology is at the forefront of his groundbreaking ventures. After founding Belief Agency, a Seattle-based creative agency, he collaborated with industry titans like Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks, and The Seattle Seahawks. His innovative spirit is further evident in his co-founding of Alphi.xyz, a library for the metaverse; 6079Ai, a decentralized AI inference protocol; and AiLayer, a global marketplace for AI inference. Jesse's goal is to employ ancient storytelling techniques to clarify cutting-edge technology, empowering those previously excluded to engage actively in the evolving economy.

Mike is a seasoned entrepreneur with 17 years of experience in starting and scaling companies, achieving 3 exits in emerging industries. In 2017, he transitioned into AI systems, serving as a delegate to the United Nations Global Data Platform and providing early MLOps systems to prominent clients such as Nike, Toyota, and the British Office of Statistics. As the founder of the Independent AI Institute, Mike has organized this effort of over 60 projects focused on establishing open interoperability standards.

Felix Eunson is a strategy and operations leader with a background in real estate development, building $1B+ projects in Australia and the US. Transitioning into tech and web3 by joining Proof in a leadership role, he has focused on AI agents, digital art, and blockchain technology. Felix combines his operational expertise with a passion for decentralized technologies, exploring how blockchain can transform industries and redefine the creator economy. He is dedicated to driving innovation at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds.

John Clem is a technologist and software engineering leader bridging AI, blockchain, and mobile innovation. He has spent the last decade transforming cutting-edge research into actionable technologies. After founding multiple startups and developing breakthrough iOS applications, he took a strategic sabbatical to deeply study emerging technologies across the United States. Clem combines technical prowess in distributed AI infrastructure with an entrepreneurial mindset that turns complex technical challenges into scalable solutions. His background spans critical domains from computer vision to Web3, positioning him at the forefront of next-generation technological integration. He loves turning math into magic and teaching others how to be magicians.

Leni champions the evolution of AI as a collaborative partner in humanity’s future, driving the future of agentic AI – intelligent systems that act, learn, and co-evolve with human-like autonomy. Leading at the intersection of AI and Web3 at Altered State Machine, Leni co-architected foundational Web3 protocols for agentic AI, defining frameworks for AI ownership and interoperability. At Futureverse, Leni integrates generative and agentic AI into open metaverse ecosystems, empowering brands and developers with scalable tools for composability and cross-platform collaboration, bridging intelligent systems with user-driven digital applications. And at THINK; spearheading the democratization of intelligent technology.

As a hands-on technical leader, Steven has led cross-functional teams to deliver successful products and initiatives. His experience spans various programming languages, frameworks, and technologies, including full-stack development, cloud computing, and machine learning. His ability to bridge the gap between business and technical teams has led to successful outcomes for the organizations he has worked with.

Gina Phillips is a customer-centric Operations and Experience executive with over 15 years of experience in building, leading, and scaling high-performing teams in fast-paced startup environments. As an early leader at WeWork, she served as VP & General Manager, successfully launching and managing a portfolio of 31 locations across the Northwest US and Canada. During her tenure, Gina led a cross-functional team of 230 people, oversaw a 9-figure P&L, and ultimately served as WeWork’s Global Head of Member Experience. Gina is a community builder who founded Seattle Startup Week and has dedicated time to nonprofit boards focused on economic empowerment. She has held leadership roles at a number of early stage startups, with the Puget Sound Business Journal naming her among the Power 100 Leaders in the region and honoring her as Real Estate Executive of the Year.

Zach is a deeply relational polymath who has been solving design problems since 1999, and he’s connected to some of the best folks in the industry. He's served as a UX and Product designer in the tech industry with companies like Indeed and Autodesk, and he has created artwork and marketing campaigns for Academy Award and Grammy-nominated musicians and artists alike. He is also a husband, dad of boys, a producer and musician, and a lover of great coffee and tacos.

Jonny is an award-winning Designer & Illustrator, innovative Art Director, and seasoned brand specialist. He possesses over 15 years experience building brands and crafting creative at the highest levels. He's founded two agencies, won an Apple Design Award, 7 Communication Arts Awards, 6 Addy Awards, and had his work featured in multiple international design publications. Jonny makes are for communication and communicates through art.

Phraze is an artist based in the United States. Their work has been collected by XCOPY. Previously PHRAZE orchestrated an NFT treasure hunt in collaboration with 20 top artists and projects that distributed over $250,000 in prizes.

Kory is a seasoned technologist with over 12 years of experience. Known for driving innovation and success in startups, Kory excels in developing high-quality, scalable software solutions.

Patrick leverages a unique blend of experience in social media, business analytics, and training design to excel in his role as Community Manager. Prior to joining the team, he designed training programs and data dashboards at a Fortune 500 company. This experience, driven by a passion for sharing information in all forms, allows him to develop effective strategies for building genuine connections with both large audiences and individuals alike.

Sway Molina crafts immersive multimedia experiences, seamlessly integrating video art, film, digital art, music, 3D modeling, and Generative AI to create unique visual narratives. His work invites viewers into expansive, surreal worlds that challenge perceptions and provoke thought.

Alan spent the past 6+ years behind the lens, shaping narratives that connect, inspire, and move people to action. From running production for a major YouTube channel to driving creative campaigns at an agency, and producing high-impact content at a fast-moving startup, Alan’s focus has always been the same: tell the right story, and tell it well. Whether crafting content strategies or cutting reels, Alan brings a deep passion for uncovering the essence of a message and delivering it with clarity, heart, and intention. Alan believes the best stories are the ones that need to be told—and is here to help bring them to life.