Miral Kotb is an entrepreneur at the intersection of technology and the performing arts. With a degree in Computer Science from Columbia University, she began her career as a software developer while simultaneously pursuing her passion for dance. In 2009, she merged these two worlds to create iLuminate, a groundbreaking wearable dance technology that synchronizes light and music.

As a software designer, Miral has developed iLuminate for some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Grammy-winning artists such as Christina Aguilera, The Black Eyed Peas, and Death Cab for Cutie. Her work has been showcased on Dancing with the Stars, The American Music Awards, X Factor, MTV’s Video Music Awards, Nickelodeon’s HALO Awards, and the BET Awards, among many others.

Beyond entertainment, Miral is a passionate advocate for STEM/STEAM education, inspiring young minds to explore the creative possibilities of technology. As a sought-after speaker, she has presented at prestigious events including Google Zeitgeist, Google’s Made With Code, TEDx Teen, TEDx Broadway, Wonder Woman Tech, the Apple Developer Conference, and the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing.