Dr. Samir Abboud is Chief and founding member of the Division of Emergency Radiology in the Department of Radiology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He studied physics at Virginia Polytechnic Institute, and subsequently earned his medical degree and Masters of Bioengineering at the University of Maryland, where he was also a research fellow at the FDA with an emphasis on medical physics. He specialized in radiology and completed a fellowship in musculoskeletal radiology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, after which he was recruited to create the division of Emergency Radiology in 2019. He has published articles on topics including the physics of CT image generation, signal detection and image quality. His current focus is optimization of imaging benefit across a multi-hospital system emergency patient population, with a strong interest in the expanding role of AI in radiology.

More importantly, Dr Abboud is a loving husband and father to two young girls and, when time permits, a happy sailor on the blue waters of Lake Michigan.

Judi O’ Malley is a patient centric, customer focused and commercially driven CEO and Co Founder of Spiorad Medical. 

Judi began her career as a Clinical Vascular Physiologist with the national Health Service Executive HSE. She then went on to study IP Law with The Law Society Ireland and Project Management with Smurfit Business School.

Judi then moved to industry where she gained commercial experience in sales and marketing roles with leading cardiovascular multinationals, Medtronic, Abbott, and J&J  managing their portfolio across the UK and Ireland. It was here she saw a gap in the market for an efficient large French vascular closure device and formed Spiorad with the backing of her previous physician customers and end users of these devices.

Barry is a partner in the Technology group of William Fry. Barry is internationally recognised as a leading expert in the area of AI law. He advises clients on issues relating to text and data mining, AI copyright infringement, machine learning, and AI ownership. He has expertise in AI specific contracts, licences, and dataset agreements. Barry specialises in advising on the AI Act and other legislation such as the DSA and GDPR from an AI compliance perspective.

Barry was appointed by the Irish Government to Ireland’s AI Advisory Council; has recently completed the writing stage of his PhD on AI and copyright; and is a member of the Law Society of Ireland’s IP & Technology Committee.

Alan Shortt stands at the intersection of expertise, charisma, and a profound understanding of effective communication. As a distinguished Communications Coach, Professional Emcee/Host, and Motivational Speaker specialising in “The Science of Communication,” Alan brings a unique blend of energy and insight to every client.

Alan’s expertise shines in corporate settings, where he can also seamlessly facilitate Corporate Meetings & Conferences, Awards Ceremonies, and Private Events. His distinctive interview style captivates audiences and draws out compelling stories from Star Guests, panels of experts, organisational leaders, and team members alike.

With over 30 years of experience, Alan has honed his craft, developing the “5 Steps to Communication Success”. This transformative framework empowers professionals to elevate their communication skills and leadership presence. Alan’s holistic Communication Coaching style not only enhances delivery and stage presence but also inspires clients to connect authentically with audiences, leaving a lasting impact. Alan’s journey encompasses a diverse array of roles over the last three decades. From his roots in banking to his roles as a Broadcaster, Presenter, Actor, Comedian, Script Writer, and Producer, Alan has left an indelible mark on various platforms. His influence extends to collaborations with renowned media outlets such as RTE Radio/TV, BBC Radio Ulster, Channel 4, and educational contributions at the Gaiety School of Acting – “Master the Media” and IADT – “Hack the Communication Code”

In a testament to his expertise, Alan took centre stage at the 2024 Pendulum Summit. Breaking away from his traditional role of interviewing icons like Richard Branson, Alan mesmerised a 3,000- person audience. His focus? The science of communication skills and invaluable tips for becoming a great presenter.

Raymond Hegarty is an IP strategist who has studied in Ireland and France. He has a bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering, an MBA, a master’s degree in medical AI, a postgraduate diploma in European law and a master’s degree in IP law.

He has built IP-intensive businesses in Japan, Ireland and Luxembourg, assembled & developed teams and implemented processes & systems for exploitation of IP. He has executed several billion dollars of patent and trademark transactions and has managed international commercialisation of a portfolio of 40,000 patents.

Mr Hegarty is the best-selling author of three books on IP strategy. He has advised the European Commission, the OECD and policy makers in several countries on national and international innovation strategies.

He currently advises CEOs of fast-growing technology and life science companies on IP strategy, is a regular conference speaker and is connected to the global professional IP community. He has been recognized by IAM Magazine since 2011 as one of the world’s “Top 300 IP Strategists.”

Martin Curley stands at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future with his insights, experience and transformative ideas. As the Professor of Innovation at Maynooth University and the Director of the Digital Health Ecosystem at the Innovation Value Institute, Martin drives forward-thinking innovation and transformative advancements in the digital age.

Martin’s expansive career inclides senior executive roles at global titans including Intel, Mastercard, General Electric, and Philips, spanning diverse geographies from the USA to Ireland and the Netherlands. His leadership as Vice President of Intel Corporation, Head of Intel Labs Europe, and Global Director of IT Innovation, along with his position as Senior Vice President and Group Head of Global Digital Practice at Mastercard, reflects his unparalleled expertise in driving digital transformation.

In the advisory realm, Martin has chaired the European the European Commission Open Innovations Strategy Policy Group, contributing to the pioneering Open Innovation 2.0 paradigm. His involvement with the European Commission Connect Advisory Forum and various governmental advisory boards underlines his significant role in shaping policies on sustainability, future workforce, and high-performance computing.

Recognised as an experienced international keynote speaker, Martin has delivered inspirational talks and executive workshops across five continents, instilling knowledge and igniting innovation in every corner of the globe. His tenure as Chief Information Officer and Director of Digital Transformation at Ireland’s Health Service highlights his dedication to enhancing healthcare through technology.

Dr. Derman has been practicing internal medicine since 1988. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he graduated cum laude, and his medical degree from the University of Illinois, Chicago campus. Dr. Derman completed his internal medicine residency at Northwestern University where he was Chief Resident and a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, the Medical Honor Society. Dr. Derman was President of Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group, a primary care multi-specialty group of 65 physicians, which he founded in 1993. Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group was acquired by Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he holds the title of Senior Vice President of Innovation. Dr. Derman is board certified in internal medicine. His special interests include preventive medicine and nutrition. He is the Associate Medical Director of Northwestern Medicine Executive Health.