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Sr. Community Relationship Manager and Evangelist
Elise Swopes is a self-taught artist, creative strategist, and entrepreneur reshaping visual storytelling through surreal cityscapes and mobile innovation. As a Web3 leader, she co-founded Sunrise Art Club and Night on The Yard to uplift women of color and incarcerated artists. Swopes currently serves as Senior Adobe Express Evangelist and Community Advocate, empowering creative communities worldwide.

AI Filmmaker & Award-Winning Animation Director
Momo Wang is an award-winning animation director, author, fine artist and IP creator known for blending artistic vision with cross-cultural storytelling. She created Tuzki, the first original Chinese cartoon IP to achieve global recognition and later acquired by Warner Bros. And she is the first animation director inducted into the Asian Hall of Fame. In recent years, she has emerged as a pioneering voice in AI-driven cinematic storytelling, becoming among the first filmmakers whose AI-generated film have been collected by the China National Film Museum."

New York Times Bestselling Illustrator & Author
Andrea Campos is a New York Times bestselling illustrator and author who believes play is powerful. She creates colorful, joy-filled work spanning children’s books, toys, products, and brand collaborations. Her art centers imagination, inclusivity, and community. When she's not working on her next book or designing colorful products, you can find Andrea speaking at events and conferences, inspiring both kids and adults alike to follow their dreams. Learn more about her work at dreasdoodles.com and follow along at @dreasdoodles.

Sr. Community Events Manager
Aaliyah Taylor is a Community Builder, Experiential Marketer, and Culture Curator who thrives on fostering connections and empowering others. As a Senior Lead at Adobe, she plays a pivotal role in building and nurturing a vibrant community around Adobe Creative Cloud, creating jaw-dropping events and memorable experiences. With a deep passion for creativity and community, Aaliyah is dedicated to bringing people together in dynamic and fun ways. For this community-obsessed creative, connecting with others is truly a dream job.

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