Guest Speakers
Jason Lapp
CEO
Beautiful.AI
Jason Lapp is the CEO of Beautiful.ai, the presentation software that has revolutionized slide decks for almost a decade. Beautiful.ai has transformed how brands like Publicis, LIV Golf, and The Phoenix Suns create presentations, boosting productivity and streamlining workflows to deliver on-brand, impactful slides. Lapp’s experience in leading growth-stage companies and focus on servicing clients has led Beautiful.ai to its current success. In his over 20 years of growing and leading businesses, he has also served as the CEO of marketing technology company Kiip, which he led to acquisition, and as the Chief Growth and Revenue officer at Kantar, where he spent 17 years leading go-to-market and servicing some of the world’s biggest brands.

Greg Shlotzhauer
Enterprise Account Executive
Beautiful.AI
Greg Shlotzhauer is an Enterprise Account Executive at Beautiful.ai, where he helps teams turn their ideas into clear, effective presentations. With over a decade of experience in the SaaS industry, he works closely with customers to simplify the presentation process and help them communicate with impact. Drawing on his experience in go-to-market strategy, Greg partners with customers to ensure they’re getting the most out of Beautiful.ai’s tools to achieve their business goals. He takes pride in helping teams create presentations that look great and deliver real results. When he’s not working, Greg enjoys life in Portland, Maine, with his husband, Max, and their two rescue hounds, Fisher and Forge. He’s an avid motorcycle enthusiast who loves exploring the scenic backroads of New England, always on the hunt for the perfect winding road or a great local coffee spot.
 
Hive Interactive Speakers and Facilitators
Mitch Mitchem is the CEO of HIVE Interactive, leading the charge in integrating AI with human skills development. A seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and tech realist, Mitch has trained over 28,000 people on AI’s real-world applications—focusing on augmentation over automation. He built and sold a successful dating app that scaled to 300K users in 11 months and has spent over 15 years in human development. His TED talk on over-customized technology highlights his vision for an AI-powered future that keeps humanity at its core.
 
At HIVE Live, Mitch and industry leaders cut through the AI hype, exploring how we can harness technology to enhance—not replace—human potential.
 
As Chief Creative Officer at HIVE Interactive, David Hanscom brings a wealth of experience and creative vision that drives impactful, high-quality productions. At HIVE Interactive, he leads The BUSTED Show, overseeing a team of talented performers and creators to craft immersive entertainment experiences that captivate and engage audiences. David's background, spanning over two decades in audiovisual production, event management, and creative direction, allows him to seamlessly integrate storytelling with advanced audiovisual elements to deliver unforgettable shows.
 
Elizabeth McKenna, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Hive Interactive, brings over two decades of expertise in business development, events, and marketing. With leadership roles at Revlon and the PGA TOUR, and active engagement in MPI, she drives innovation and industry impact.  
 
As The AI Solutions Architect at HIVE Interactive, Glen Brackmann orchestrates advanced technology for actualized impact. Drawing on his background in creative direction, emerging technology and operational leadership, he transforms complex ideas into actionable solutions, fueling collaboration and sparking meaningful and organic growth across diverse industries. 
 
Julie Lynch is a seasoned experiential marketing leader and the VP of Experiential Marketing at A Human Hive, where she focuses on designing immersive, human-centered experiences that drive connection and impact. With over 30 years in event marketing, Julie blends strategy, creativity, and data-driven insights to shape the future of audience engagement. She is passionate about fostering community, innovation, and meaningful interactions in the experiential space.
 
Joe Rivera is a Facilitator and Entertainer at HIVE Interactive, specializing in the intersection of AI and human skill development. With over a decade in the entertainment industry, Joe brings energy, creativity, and expertise to dynamic workshops that seamlessly blend technology with essential human skills. His interactive approach makes complex AI concepts engaging and accessible, ensuring participants leave not just informed, but inspired to apply their learning in real-world scenarios.