Speakers and Panelists

Power of Human Collaboration Conference

2026 Keynote Speakers

Dr. Priyank Shah

Associate Vice Chancellor of Equity and Inclusion, Minnesota State System Office

Dr. Priyank Shah has over fifteen years of experience in higher education administration, institutional research, equity and inclusion, and strategic planning. He serves as the Associate Vice Chancellor of Equity and Inclusion for the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. In this role, Dr. Shah collaborates with stakeholders across the system to lead initiatives that advance strategic goals, enhancing outcomes and experiences for both students and employees. His work emphasizes holistic, cross-divisional approaches to student success and institutional improvement. Dr. Shah holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Sociology from the University at Buffalo, SUNY. Originally from the New York City area, he now resides in Rochester, Minnesota, with his partner and two daughters.

Shajive Jeganathan

Co-Founder/President, India Chamber of Commerce Minnesota

Facilitator, Business Luncheon

Shajive Jeganathan is a technology leader focused on AI governance and enterprise innovation, currently serving at Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care), where he leads responsible AI and governance initiatives. His corporate experience spans MedTech, e-commerce, FinTech, and legal tech, bringing a practical, execution-driven perspective to scaling AI across regulated environments. He is an acclaimed community leader whose work has been featured in Digital Journal, CEOTimes, Insider Weekly, The New York Telegraph, and as a centerfold feature in Maple Grove Lifestyle Magazine.

In parallel, Shajive is President and Co-Founder of the India Chamber of Commerce Minnesota, where he has driven entrepreneurship and innovation through initiatives such as Loon’s Lair, a Shark Tank–style pitch competition that has facilitated over $4 million in startup investments. He is the creator of Inside Executive Minds, a monthly C-suite roundtable convening CIOs, CEOs, CTOs, and government leaders—from global brands like Valvoline to senior leaders from the U.S. Air Force—to explore leadership, technology, and the future of work. He also serves as Board Chair of LPN, overseeing a national professional organization, and as a Governor-appointed board member of Minnesota’s AELSLAGID board. He is the Past President of HSMN and has received an honorary listing in Marquis Who’s Who in America. A proud Husky, Shajive earned both his Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science and his Master’s degree in Information Assurance from St. Cloud State University. Outside of technology and community leadership, he is the winner of Mister South Asia 2025 and maintains an international modeling career.

Ren Bin Lee Dixon

Research Fellow, Center for AI and Digital Policy

Ren Bin Lee Dixon is an AI policy researcher specializing in the implications of AI on society and governance. As a Research Fellow at the Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP), Ren Bin develops policy guidance that has informed governments and multilateral organizations such as the UN, OECD, and the UK Information Commissioner’s Office, shaping global approaches to responsible AI governance. She has also collaborated with the Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET) on policy briefs examining AI incidents and harms. In addition, she regularly speaks on AI, Human Rights, and U.S. National Security as part of Global Minnesota’s Great Decisions program. Ren Bin holds a Master’s in Public Policy with a focus in AI governance from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota, where she also guest lectures. Originally from Malaysia, her professional journey has taken her through Denmark and China before establishing her current base in the United States.

Business Luncheon Panelists

Elizabeth Adams

Elizabeth Adams, Chief Engagement Officer, MN Responsible AI Institute

Dr. Elizabeth M. Adams works with institutional leaders at moments of AI transition. She advises boards, senior executives, foundation leaders, and public-sector decision-makers who recognize that the most consequential questions surrounding AI adoption are human and interpretive: questions of judgment, legitimacy, inclusivity, timing, and purpose. She is the founder of the Minnesota Responsible AI Institute, and her work has been recognized by Forbes as one of the “15 AI Ethics Leaders Showing the World the Way of the Future.” Dr. Adams is known for her ability to translate Responsible AI into organizational value by surfacing emergent workforce and organizational patterns, hosting consequential conversations, and supporting leaders navigating change with clarity, restraint, and care.

Mark Gill

Mark Gill, Director of the Artificial Intelligence & Visualization Lab, St. Cloud State University

Mark Gill is the Director of the Artificial Intelligence & Visualization Lab (VizLab) at St. Cloud State University, where he leads applied research and curriculum development at the intersection of AI, immersive technology, and education. He works closely with faculty across disciplines to integrate generative AI, XR, and interactive media into teaching, workforce training, and community engagement.
An educator, technologist, and creative practitioner, Gill focuses on helping students and institutions move beyond traditional “tool use” toward AI as a transformative medium for learning, problem-solving, and storytelling. His work emphasizes ethical adoption, accessibility, and preparing learners for a future where human creativity and AI collaboration are inseparable.

Mary Rathsabandith

Mary Rathsabandith, IT Alliances, Delta Airlines

Mary Rathsabandith is an accomplished IT leader who believes technology is most powerful when it strengthens human connections. With over two decades of experience in IT, Mary has championed initiatives that foster collaboration across global teams and partner organizations. At Delta Air Lines, she has led programs that not only improve operational resilience but also create spaces for knowledge sharing, mentorship, and inclusive engagement. Her work includes launching enterprise speaker series, designing learning modules to deepen cultural and organizational understanding, and serving as a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Co-Chair. Mary’s passion lies in bridging technical innovation with human-centered leadership—empowering teams to learn, grow, and succeed together.