Dr. Neil Daswani is Co-Director of the Stanford Advanced Security Certification program and is President of Daswani Enterprises, his security consulting and training firm. He has served in a variety of research, development, teaching, and executive management roles at Symantec, LifeLock, Twitter, Dasient, Google, Stanford University, NTT DoCoMo USA Labs, Yodlee, and Telcordia Technologies (formerly Bellcore).  He is an investor in and advisor to several cybersecurity startup companies and venture capital funds, including Benhamou Global Ventures, Firebolt, Gravity Ranch Ventures, Security Leadership Capital, and Swift VC.  Neil is also a co-author of two books Foundations of Security: What Every Programmer Needs to Know (Apress ISBN 978-1590597842) and Big Breaches: Cybersecurity Lessons for Everyone (Apress ISBN 978-1484266540).

Jennifer Moran was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. She joined the United States Army immediately after high school and spent six years managing the education and training programs of her fellow soldiers. After completing her commitment to the Army, she worked as a civilian contractor for the US Navy at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. Eventually, she would move to Augusta, Ga which is the home of the Georgia Cyber Center, and there she developed an interest in Computer Science. Over the course of a year, she taught herself how to code through various online programs. When she noticed there was a serious lack of educational opportunities for the children of the Greater Augusta Area to learn how to code, she decided to do something about it by bringing Codefu, LLC. Augusta to her local area. Today, she takes pride in having the opportunity to combine her love of education and computer science by teaching the Art of Codefu, LLC. to as many children as possible.

Stuart Schaffer is a veteran executive possessed of exceptional knowledge and capability earned directly within an array of vital corporate roles. His adept management and extensive record of success characterize a career navigating the dynamics of the technology sector. Prior to co-founding BBC as Managing Partner, Mr. Schaffer has provided marketing, business development, project administration, and operational leadership to both emerging and established companies at every stage—from product inception to global strategy. Elemental demand generation, iconic branding, adroit contract negotiation, and profound results within strict budgets are but a few of the hallmarks of Mr. Schaffer’s accomplishments.

William Sutjiadi wields over 20 years of concrete experience founding and developing startups, producing revolutionary software, and creating best-selling games. William recently completed his engagement as Chief Technology Officer of Convergence Health, a global provider of healthcare solutions.

Earlier in his career, as a third-generation mahjong player and a ranked chess player, William was driven to establish Mahjong Time in 2004. Mahjong Time quickly became the largest online mahjong game andcommunity in the world. As the premier Mahjong software and turnkey solutions innovator, William crafted the partnership that joined Mahjong Time and World Series of Mahjong which became part of a billion dollar public gaming concern in 2009.

As a technologist, William worked on 14 different blockbuster arcade games, including Mortal Kombat, which generated more than $200 million in revenues. Along with multiple other sucessful companies, he also founded FractionPrice, a tremendously profitable e-retailer of fashion accessories. Subsequent to several years of growth and multi-million dollar sales, William sold the company in 2008.

Shaunt Kevork was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, right in the heart of Los Angeles, California. He completed a B.S. in Chemistry from UCLA and an M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Columbia University. He moved back home to Los Angeles and went on to work as a product engineer in the biotech and medical device industries. Shaunt has been a math and science tutor since his days as a senior in high school. He continued to teach students of all ages in both private and group sessions throughout college and beyond. While working full time as an engineer, Shaunt developed his own private tutoring company in order to help more students across the San Fernando Valley with various subjects, including standardized test prep. He’s developed a close working relationship with many of his students, some of which have gone on to work for him as private tutors. He’s excited about the opportunity to teach the fundamentals of coding –a critical skill in all industries-- to young students that might not otherwise have the opportunity to learn such skills.

Melissa and Melinda Rosario are not only sisters but twins who share the same vision. Both born in New York and raised in Maryland, they moved to Florida at the age of 18 for higher education. Melinda pursed a degree in Engineering Physics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University while Melissa went to study Criminal Justice at Saint Leo University. Both found a passion in the Hospitality industry as it gave them the opportunity to connect with a diverse group of people. The sisters landed a job at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, working their way up to management in the company as Gaming Supervisors. Their love for children is what captured their interest in education and coding. As parents they understand how vital it is for kids in today’s age to grasp the concept of coding while preparing them for tomorrow’s world. Melinda & Melissa are thrilled to be working closely with children and can’t wait to teach them a skill they can take world wide!