Michael Brown is a seasoned technologist with over 30 years of experience in software development and innovation. Currently at Microsoft, he focuses on accelerating customer adoption of Microsoft Cloud services using modern engineering practices and emerging technologies. Michael is a leading voice in Hypervelocity Engineering (HVE)—a framework for eliminating engineering friction to deliver value at speed. He is also the founder of the Juneteenth Conference, launched in 2020 to celebrate and elevate Black professionals in tech. Through his work, Michael bridges innovation and inclusion to drive lasting impact.