Conor Russomanno is a transdisciplinary technologist, entrepreneur, and artist working at the convergence of neuroscience, engineering, and design. As Founder & CEO of OpenBCI for over a decade, he has led the company’s mission to democratize neurotech through open-source hardware and software. His TED Talk, “A powerful new neurotech tool for augmenting your mind,” illustrates how accessible BCI platforms ignite creativity and expand cognition. Conor has taught and researched brain-computer interfaces and human-centered design at Columbia, Parsons, and the MIT Media Lab. He champions the development of tools that empower individuals to understand and enhance their own minds—pushing the boundaries of what’s possible when science, engineering, and creativity are brought together with purpose.