Virginia K. Saba, EdD, RN, FACMI, FAAN, LL has been a pioneer in the integration of computer technology into the practice of nursing for more than 30 years, and spearheaded the nursing informatics movement. Her resume includes a 15-year tenure at Georgetown University, where she taught and integrated computer technology into both the graduate and undergraduate programs. She is still heavily involved in the advance of informatics in nursing, and speaks and consults extensively throughout the world.

Kathleen A. McCormick, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, FHIMSS (North Potomac, MD) has impressive experience in both the private and public sectors, including a 30-year tenure in the US Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, where she served on various boards, as well as teaching clinical courses at the University of Wisconsin and Johns Hopkins University, and University of Maryland. She is presently Principal/Owner SciMind, LLC. She speaks at informatics and research conferences throughout the world.