Blockchain901 Speaker Series
The FedEx Institute of Technology and Blockchain901 are excited to present a virtual series on the current and future state of blockchain technology. Tech leaders from Microsoft, IBM, IEEE, ConsenSys Health, and more will share their real world experience and provide insight into what lies ahead in the blockchain world. Topics will include blockchain governance, platforms, tokenization, and more.
Past Speakers
See who has visited the FedEx Institute of Technology, a collection of scholars and innovators from across the United States and abroad. These guest speakers offer profound insights and expertise in their respective fields. Explore their impactful contributions and delve into the wealth of knowledge they've shared with our campus community.
![Yorke Rhodes III](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/yorke-rhodes-.jpg)
Director of Digital Transformation for Blockchain
Microsoft
“Radical Decentralization: The Key to Realizing the Vision of the Internet’s Founders?”
![Michael McCoy](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/mike_mccoy.png)
Associate Director of Emerging Technology
Humana
“NFTs beyond digital art and collectibles”
“Decentralized Identifiers, Verifiable Credentials and Blockchain-Based Healthcare”
![Andy Martin](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/andy_martin.png)
Blockchain Value Design Worldwide Leader
IBM
“Blockchain Business Models: From Private Clubs to the Token Economy”
![Kristen Pomales](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/kirsten_pomales.png)
Executive Lead & Co-founder
TalentLayer
“Blockchain: Enterprise Applications” (Co-Hosted)
![Thomas Cox](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/thomas_cox.png)
Senior Consultant & Leader Coach
Right Management
“Blockchain: Enterprise Applications” (Co-Hosted)
![Alim Khamisa](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/alim_kh.png)
Adjunct Professor in the Blockchain Development Program
George Brown College
“Decentralized Finance (DeFi) – A Quantum Leap Into A Self-Sovereign Financial System”
![Rajat Rajbhandari, Ph.D.](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/rajat_rajbhandari.jpg)
Co-founder and CIO
dexFreight
“dexFreight: A Blockchain Powered Solution for the Logistics Industry”
![Ramesh Ramadoss](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/ramesh_ramadoss.png)
Co-chair
IEEE Blockchain Initiative
“Blockchain Standardization Landscape”
“Blockchain Ecosystem Overview”
![George S. Pullen](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/gspullen.jpg)
Chief Space Economist and Co-Host
The Space Economy
“Blockchain & The Space Economy - Understanding the 5th Industrial Revolution” (Co-Hosted)
![Samson Williams](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/swilliams.jpg)
Adjunct Professor
Columbia University and University of New Hampshire School of Law
“Blockchain & The Space Economy - Understanding the 5th Industrial Revolution” (Co-Hosted)
![David Kessler](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/david_kessler.jpg)
Co-owner & President
Legisym
“Why is credentialing relevant for DSCSA compliance? - An introduction to OCI” (Co-Hosted)
![Dr. Christiane Wirrig](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/christiane_wirrig.png)
Product Manager
Spherity
“Why is credentialing relevant for DSCSA compliance? - An introduction to OCI” (Co-Hosted)
![Dale Chrystie](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/dale_chrystie.jpg)
Business Fellow, Blockchain Strategist; Chairman on BiTA Standards Council
FedEx
“The Global Impact of Blockchain”
![Marc Lijour](https://www.memphis.edu/fedex/images/thumbnail_march_l.jpg)