Speakers

Tord Olav Dønnum is a Norwegian serial-entrepreneur and operator based in Silicon Valley who has spent his career building technology companies that solve real-world problems at scale. He founded his first venture at 16, and after three months in a master’s program at UC Berkeley, left to build a capital-raising platform that connected over 20,000 startups and hundreds of funds, facilitating more than $10 billion in transactions in its first three years of operation. Today, he serves as CBO at OLHSO, the company behind the world’s first fully autonomous Korean BBQ kitchen. He is leading the brand's expansion into airports and high-throughput off-premises locations, navigating the operational and technological realities of a new model of hospitality, one where automation handles the cooking so that people can focus entirely on what technology will never replicate: genuine human connection, the kind that makes a guest feel seen, remembered, and taken care of. The lessons have been hard-won, the unit economics surprising, and the model is now being replicated across new markets. When he’s not building, Tord has brought internet access and technology resources to indigenous communities in Ecuador and Papua New Guinea, a reminder that the most powerful technology is the kind that actually gets deployed.

Chris Adamson assumed the role of Burroughs' Chief Commercial Officer in 2025 after successfully serving as Vice President of Sales & Business Development. Before joining Burroughs, Chris was leading an innovative services development and go-to-market consulting team within the Ricoh Americas Corporation. Over his 25-year tenure with Ricoh, both in Canada and the US, he held various leadership roles in sales, business development, product & services management, as well as divisional management positions in Information Technology, Technical Services, and Marketing. He was an influential leader and contributor to the development of Ricoh's Enterprise Software, IT Services, Managed Services, and Professional Services consulting practices, leading innovative change in the company's services strategy diversification and lifecycle services adjacency programs. Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bishop's University in Quebec, Canada, and an MBA in Management from FIT.

Valentina Ellison is a seasoned executive with nearly two decades of experience in the non-traditional restaurant industry. She has held leadership positions in travel hospitality at Areas USA and REEF Kitchens, and in 2023, she led non-traditional growth for Earl Enterprises. In 2024, Valentina founded her own operating company to pioneer a new concept within the U.S. airport industry. She leverages her strategic vision and collaborative leadership to develop and operate specialty restaurant-branded, unstaffed food vending kiosks. This innovative approach aims to serve a broader consumer base in high-volume transportation hubs. In just under a year, applying well established relationships within the airport and non-traditional industries, Ellison has secured multiple contracts at top global airports, including ATL, BOS, DAL, and many others. Ellison holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Salisbury University, with undergraduate degrees in Marketing and International Business.

Christina Henjum currently serves as the Director of Concessions for the Lee County Port Authority, where she oversees all retail and dining operations. With more than 30 years of retail experience, her career includes 20 years in New York City as Senior Vice President for Jet Corp, followed by her tenure as CEO of Jihua. Her background spans trend forecasting, product development, operations, and purchasing. In 2020, she transitioned into the aviation sector, gaining a unique perspective on the differences between traditional brick-and-mortar retail and the dynamic environment of airport retail and dining.

Justin Honeysuckle brings a unique blend of design expertise and entrepreneurial vision to the forefront of automated bartending technology. With a Master’s Degree in Interior Architecture and Design from Florida State University, Justin’s deep understanding of customer experience and aesthetics has positioned TendedBar as a standout in the industry. His ability to seamlessly integrate visual appeal and operational efficiency has been a key factor in differentiating the TendedBar experience in high-volume venues.

Anne Johnson is the Senior Director of Everyday Retail Services at Walmart, Inc. with a 40-year tenure encompassing roles in Store Operations, Training & Development, Marketing, the Walmart Foundation, Financial Services, Realty, and Frontend Operations where she currently manages Lottery and Automated Retail Self Service businesses. Known for her passionate and candid approach, combined with humor and a “no guts, no glory” attitude, Anne brings energy to every situation. She lives in Bella Vista, AR with her husband Brian and two cats, enjoying sports, singing karaoke, and entertaining family and friends as often as she can.

Bill Stutzman, Director of Strategic Initiatives is a networking industry change agent helping today’s Omnichannel Financial Institutions solve technology challenges and meet networking demand. Bill’s expertise in marketing and network services has allowed him to support FIs implementing the many transformational changes impacting the omnichannel branch and how it can positively enhance the customer experience. Bill holds an M.B.A from Columbia University and throughout his career, including senior roles at Time, Inc’s Fortune.com, Entertainment Weekly’s EW.com, and Sprint, he has demonstrated a talent for anticipating trends and capturing value at the right time.

Dave Wurm is the VP of Strategic Sales at Connect Media, where he leads high-impact sales initiatives and strategic partnerships across the commercial real estate media landscape. In his role, he also brings deep expertise in customer-facing technologies—including ATMs, self-service kiosks, digital signage, vending, automated retail, robotics, and restaurant technology—helping bridge these innovative sectors with Connect’s audience and advertising partners. Previously, Dave served as Chief Sales Officer at NetWorld Media Group, where he led the company’s sales organization with more than 24 years of experience driving growth and innovation. Beginning his career as an Account Executive, he rose through the ranks to oversee a dynamic portfolio that included nine online news platforms as well as a robust lineup of in-person and virtual industry summits. Driven by a commitment to collaboration and industry advancement, Dave continues to play a key role in shaping company success and elevating the broader media landscape. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, biking, and spending quality time with his family.