Microsoft MVPs

Microsoft MVPs

All Microsoft MVPs that have added their award to their speaker profile.

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Nanddeep Nachan

Nanddeep Nachan

Microsoft MVP (M365 and AI Platform), MCT

A results oriented consultant with experience in Microsoft Technologies especially with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Azure. Experienced in design, implementation, configuration, and maintenance of several large-scale projects.

Author of books:
➟ Mastering SharePoint Framework (BPB Publications), Amazon bestseller
➟ Understanding Hybrid Environments in SharePoint 2019 (Apress)
➟ Up and Running on Microsoft Viva Connections (Apress)

Organizer of Pune Tech Community (https://www.meetup.com/pune-tech-community/)

Microsoft MVP (M365 and AI Platform), MCT A results oriented consultant with experience in Microsoft Technologies especially with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Azure. Experienced in design, implementation, configuration, and mainten... Show more

Jimmy Engström

Jimmy Engström

Jimmy Engström has been developing ever since he was 7 years old and got his first computer.
He loves to be on the cutting edge of technology, trying new things.
When he got wind of Blazor, he immediately realized its potential and adopted it when it was in beta. He has been running Blazor in production since it was launched by Microsoft.
He is the author of "Web Development with Blazor" and the co-host of Coding After Work (podcast and stream).
His passion for the .NET industry and community has taken him around the world, speaking about development. Microsoft has recognized this passion by awarding him the
Microsoft Most Valuable Professional award 11 years in a row.
He occasionally blogs at engstromjimmy.com.

codingafterwork.com

Jimmy Engström has been developing ever since he was 7 years old and got his first computer. He loves to be on the cutting edge of technology, trying new things. When he got wind of Blazor, he immediately realized its potential and adopted it when... Show more

Kevin McDonnell

Kevin McDonnell

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 years in Financial Services, I moved into the world of consulting, currently acting as Director, owning Copilot and Agents within the UK at Avanade.

I am lucky enough to have been awarded as a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 for Copilot and Copilot Extensibility and co-host the award winning Copilot Connection podcast as well as blogging and sharing videos.

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 yea... Show more

Andreas Schlüter

Andreas Schlüter

Andreas Schlüter is a practitioner for process automation, AI and digital work. He supports organizations in using technology not as an end in itself, but as a practical and effective part of how work, processes and leadership actually function.

His focus lies on execution: how AI, automation and platforms can be integrated into everyday operations in a way that creates real value. Andreas combines strategic perspective with hands-on implementation and acts as a bridge between leadership, business teams and IT.

As a speaker, Andreas deliberately moves between two worlds. He addresses strategic questions around responsibility, decision-making and leadership in the age of AI, while also delivering concrete technical and operational sessions based on real-world projects. His talks range from C-level keynotes to deep-dive and hands-on formats covering process automation, the Power Platform and AI.

What characterizes his sessions is a clear stance: execution over hype. Complex topics are put into context rather than simplified, always with a strong focus on what actually works in practice.

Andreas is a Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer. He brings many years of project, consulting and speaking experience from mid-sized and enterprise environments and is known for making technology actionable rather than impressive.

Andreas Schlüter is a practitioner for process automation, AI and digital work. He supports organizations in using technology not as an end in itself, but as a practical and effective part of how work, processes and leadership actually function. H... Show more

András Fördős

András Fördős

Over 10+ years of experience through 80+ engagements (Small, Medium, Large) in various roles and industries, leaving a trail showcasing his pragmatic approach around the Microsoft cloud ecosystem one step at a time.

Andras has been involved in all stages of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform deliveries from presales through implementation until golive and hypercare, lately more on the design and quality assurance sides which earned him the FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect title. His main professional focus is on advisory: achieving the best business value within your technical landscape in a repeatable fashion and without compromise, while his passion is mentoring teams and community members around topics such as lessons learnt, latest tech advancements and industry best practices for scalable and stable foundations.

In his free time, Andras is an avid beach volleyball player, hiker and a partially successful urban gardener with a green pinky finger.

Over 10+ years of experience through 80+ engagements (Small, Medium, Large) in various roles and industries, leaving a trail showcasing his pragmatic approach around the Microsoft cloud ecosystem one step at a time. Andras has been involved in all... Show more

Alberto Mori

Alberto Mori

Software Developer. In love with Web and .NET. I like to try and learn always something new.

I try to share my experience living the community. I'm the host of "Spike time" (https://www.ugidotnet.org/tv/3307/Spike-time) and sometimes you can find me live on my Twitch channel, writing code.

Software Developer. In love with Web and .NET. I like to try and learn always something new. I try to share my experience living the community. I'm the host of "Spike time" (https://www.ugidotnet.org/tv/3307/Spike-time) and sometimes you can find ... Show more

Nicholas Chang

Nicholas Chang

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure.

With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters knowledge sharing, collaboration, and growth within the tech community.

Nicholas is also the creator and host of the Microsoft Community Insights podcast, where he connects with industry leaders and shares valuable insights about Azure and the broader tech ecosystem.

As a dedicated community advocate, Nicholas contributes by speaking at events and sharing his expertise through his blog, nicholaschangblog.com. You can connect with him on Twitter: @nick_cloudops or visit his blog to learn more.

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure. With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters k... Show more

Daniel Hutmacher

Daniel Hutmacher

SQL Server developer for 25-odd years, Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Redgate Community Ambassador, organizer of Data Saturday Stockholm and Stockholm SQL, volunteer/co-organizer of GroupBy.org. I still occasionally blog at sqlsunday.com.

SQL Server developer for 25-odd years, Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Redgate Community Ambassador, organizer of Data Saturday Stockholm and Stockholm SQL, volunteer/co-organizer of GroupBy.org. I still occasionally blog at sqlsunday.com. Show more

Michael Staib

Michael Staib

Michael is a member of the GraphQL Technical Steering Committee, a Microsoft MVP, and Co-Founder and CEO of ChilliCream. He is the creator of Hot Chocolate, a widely used GraphQL server and client platform for .NET, and one of the authors of the Composite Schema specification. Michael works closely with companies to design scalable GraphQL architectures and is actively shaping the future of GraphQL through open source and standards work.

Michael is a member of the GraphQL Technical Steering Committee, a Microsoft MVP, and Co-Founder and CEO of ChilliCream. He is the creator of Hot Chocolate, a widely used GraphQL server and client platform for .NET, and one of the authors of the Comp... Show more

Katerina Chernevskaya

Katerina Chernevskaya

Katerina, an MVP, MCT, and renowned public speaker, focuses on Power Platform & AI. With twenty years of experience and key certifications in PROSCI, PMI, Power Platform Solution Architect, she leads in app development, AI, and adaptive work models. Active in the Microsoft community, Katerina mentors new tech talent and supports innovation. Katerina takes part in the #SharingIsCaring initiative, guiding community contributions to the Microsoft Sample Solution Gallery.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katerinachernevskaya/

Katerina, an MVP, MCT, and renowned public speaker, focuses on Power Platform & AI. With twenty years of experience and key certifications in PROSCI, PMI, Power Platform Solution Architect, she leads in app development, AI, and adaptive work models. ... Show more

Ronni Pedersen

Ronni Pedersen

Ronni is working as a Cloud Architect in Denmark. He has been working as a consultant since 1997 with a primary focus on Enterprise Client Management solutions, based on technologies like Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Configuration Manager, Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS), Microsoft 365, Windows 11 and Windows 365.
Ronni is also a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Microsoft MVP in Enterprise Mobility and an appreciated speaker at events like Microsoft Campus Days, Microsoft Management Summit (MMS), Microsoft Ignite, Microsoft Techdays, Nordic Infrastructure Conference, Techorama, Workplace Njina Summit and at local User Group events.

Ronni is working as a Cloud Architect in Denmark. He has been working as a consultant since 1997 with a primary focus on Enterprise Client Management solutions, based on technologies like Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Configuration Manager, Enterprise ... Show more

Renato Romão de Souza

Renato Romão de Souza

6x Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) – Business Applications & Azure AI
4x Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)

🔧 Expertise & Experience:
With over 11+ years of experience developing Microsoft 365 solutions and 8+ years of Power Platform development, I am passionate about crafting innovative solutions that enhance productivity, improve management, and unlock business value for organizations. My team was recognized as the World’s Best Microsoft Project and Portfolio Management Partner in 2020, a testament to our commitment to excellence.

📢 Community Leader & Educator:
For over 8 years, I have been intensely involved in the tech community, creating impactful content focused on driving innovation in technology, with a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence. Through these efforts, I’ve shared knowledge, empowered individuals, and contributed to the growth of professionals in this rapidly evolving field. My dedication has also led to teaching over 12,000 students and building a YouTube channel with 11,000+ subscribers.

🌍 Global Impact:
As an expert trainer, I’ve delivered sessions in 10+ countries, sharing insights and practical guidance on Microsoft technologies. My mission is to democratize technology and inspire others to innovate with tools like Copilot, AI Builder, Azure AI, and Power Platform.
A few highlights:
- CollabDays New England 2024 (United States)
- CollabDays Porto 2024 (Portugal)
- Directions EMEA 2024 (Austria)
- aMP Bordeaux 2024 (France)
- ColorCloud Hamburg 2025 (Germany)
- North America MCT Summit 2025 (United States)
- Power Platform Community Conference 2025 (United States)
- CollabDays Finland 2025 (Finland)
- CollabDays Madrid 2025 (Spain)
- Days of Knowledge Nordic 2025 (Denmark)
- ESPC Conference 2025 (Ireland)
- Cloud Tech Tallinn 2026 (Estonia)

6x Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) – Business Applications & Azure AI 4x Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) 🔧 Expertise & Experience: With over 11+ years of experience developing Microsoft 365 solutions and 8+ years of Power Platform ... Show more

Johnny Hooyberghs

Johnny Hooyberghs

Johnny Hooyberghs is a managing partner and consultant for Involved NV, part of the Cronos group, since 2014 focusing on software architecture, backend development and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional for Azure and Developer Technologies since 2020. Prior to joining Involved as a consultant, he has had experience developing software for the health-care sector since 2008. Johnny has been passionate about software development using the .NET stack, cloud native development using the Microsoft Azure cloud stack and quantum computing. Johnny has spent 10 years of his free time teaching software development courses for the adult education institute CVO Antwerpen and has been enjoying public speaking these past 6 years. When Johnny is not working, he likes to spend his time on self-education, quantum computing, some casual video gaming, travelling the world and visiting as many theme parks as possible.

Johnny Hooyberghs is a managing partner and consultant for Involved NV, part of the Cronos group, since 2014 focusing on software architecture, backend development and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional for Azure and Developer Technologies since ... Show more

Javier Villegas

Javier Villegas

Javier Villegas is IT Director (DBA & BI Services) at Mediterranean Shipping Company with 30 years of experience working with SQL Server, Including Azure SQL.
His specialization is Administration, Performance Tuning, High Availability and Disaster Recovery.
Javier is a Microsoft MVP Data Platform since 2016 and MCT
He is a frequent speaker in technical conferences and events such as SQL Saturdays, PASS Virtual Groups, PASS Marathons, 24 Hours SQL PASS , vOpen , GroupBy , Data Saturdays and Azure Global Bootcamps.
He is one of the group leaders of SQL Argentina Community and former Microsoft Azure Data Advisory Board Member

Javier Villegas is IT Director (DBA & BI Services) at Mediterranean Shipping Company with 30 years of experience working with SQL Server, Including Azure SQL. His specialization is Administration, Performance Tuning, High Availability and Disaster ... Show more

Rob Bos

Rob Bos

Rob is passionate about helping organizations accelerate software delivery through modern DevOps practices, automation, and strong engineering culture. With a deep background in ALM and DevOps, he supports teams in streamlining workflows, eliminating manual tasks, and delivering value faster—whether they’re building applications, infrastructure, serverless solutions, or complex training environments.

Rob specializes in GitHub and GitHub Actions, with a strong focus on security, governance, and end‑to‑end automation. He actively trains teams worldwide on GitHub Copilot, AI‑powered development workflows, and enterprise‑grade GitHub governance. Beyond delivery pipelines, Rob works closely with teams and product owners to improve the management of production environments through meaningful dashboards, usage insights, and effective feedback loops.

He is a Microsoft MVP, GitHub Star, LinkedIn Learning Instructor, and Microsoft Certified Trainer (Azure + GitHub). Rob is also a published book author, sharing his expertise to help developers and organizations adopt modern engineering practices with confidence.

Rob is passionate about helping organizations accelerate software delivery through modern DevOps practices, automation, and strong engineering culture. With a deep background in ALM and DevOps, he supports teams in streamlining workflows, eliminating... Show more

Henry Been

Henry Been

Henry Been is an independent architect and developer from The Netherlands. He enjoys working with software development teams to create and deliver software for the Azure cloud. His interests include Azure, Agile, DevOps, software architecture and the design and implementation of testable and maintainable software. Besides his work he is a speaker at international conferences, is the author of two books, and creates online training courses for Pluralsight and A Cloud Guru. For his work in the community, he has been awarded the Microsoft MVP Award since 2019. To follow Henry, you can go to his blog henrybeen.nl or look him up on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrybeen

Henry Been is an independent architect and developer from The Netherlands. He enjoys working with software development teams to create and deliver software for the Azure cloud. His interests include Azure, Agile, DevOps, software architecture and the... Show more

Aasne Holtklimpen

Aasne Holtklimpen

Åsne Holtklimpen bridges the gap between technical operations and business strategy.
As a Senior Architect at Crayon (soon to be Software One), she is leading the work on helping enterprises mitigate risk while deploying advanced cloud solutions.

Recognized as one of the 50 Top Women in Technology in 2022, Åsne combines deep technical expertise with a strong community presence.
Her expertise centers on the architectural realities of the Microsoft ecosystem, specifically Microsoft Entra, Purview, and M365 collaboration tools. Åsne moves beyond the hype of AI to address the critical governance required for Microsoft Copilot, focusing on data hygiene, lifecycle management, and access control.

A recognized voice in the global community and a Microsoft MVP, Åsne ensures that organizations can leverage intelligent tools safely and effectively, transforming complex security requirements into actionable business value.

Åsne Holtklimpen bridges the gap between technical operations and business strategy. As a Senior Architect at Crayon (soon to be Software One), she is leading the work on helping enterprises mitigate risk while deploying advanced cloud solutions. ... Show more

Sander ten Brinke

Sander ten Brinke

Sander ten Brinke is a Microsoft MVP (DevTech) and Senior Software Engineer at Arcady, a Dutch IT consultancy firm based in Zwolle. He loves working with .NET, Azure, DevOps and a whole lot more. He always stays up to date with all new technology and loves sharing his knowledge with everyone by speaking, blogging, podcasting and more!

Sander is an accomplished speaker, he has spoken at 40+ events, including meetups and big conferences like WeAreDevelopers World Congress 2024 and 2025 (15k attendees), NDC Oslo 2025,
Swetugg 2026, NDC Copenhagen 2026, FutureTech and more! He was in the top 3% of the most active speakers on the Sessionize Platform in 2024 and 2025!

Sander ten Brinke is a Microsoft MVP (DevTech) and Senior Software Engineer at Arcady, a Dutch IT consultancy firm based in Zwolle. He loves working with .NET, Azure, DevOps and a whole lot more. He always stays up to date with all new technology and... Show more

Roberto Carrancio

Roberto Carrancio

My name is Roberto Carrancio and I am an SQL Server DBA with over 12 years of experience in the sector. I have been recognized as a Microsoft MVP in the Data Platform category in SQL Server and Azure SQL. During my years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work on projects in companies of all sizes and sectors, from SMEs to large multinationals. Author of the book “SQL SERVER: The NOT practical guide to optimization.” I am also the creator of the blog soydba.es and the YouTube channel SoyDBA.

My name is Roberto Carrancio and I am an SQL Server DBA with over 12 years of experience in the sector. I have been recognized as a Microsoft MVP in the Data Platform category in SQL Server and Azure SQL. During my years of experience, I have had th... Show more

Matthijs van der Veer

Matthijs van der Veer

Matthijs is a Coding Architect at Xebia. With a strong focus on Azure and AI, he helps clients achieve more on Azure. Matthijs has a passion for creating good work environments, writing great code, and building amazing teams.

Matthijs trained and led teams in different countries. He strongly believes that remote and distributed teams can be just as (or more) effective than sitting in the same old office together. Matthijs received the Microsoft MVP Award for five consecutive years.

Matthijs is a Coding Architect at Xebia. With a strong focus on Azure and AI, he helps clients achieve more on Azure. Matthijs has a passion for creating good work environments, writing great code, and building amazing teams. Matthijs trained and ... Show more

Tatu Seppälä

Tatu Seppälä

Tech explorer & lifetime learner. Deep experience in consultancy, advisory and architectural roles in the Microsoft cloud tech space. Special focus areas include (but are not limited to) insider risk, compliance and data security.

Tech explorer & lifetime learner. Deep experience in consultancy, advisory and architectural roles in the Microsoft cloud tech space. Special focus areas include (but are not limited to) insider risk, compliance and data security. Show more

David Whitney

David Whitney

David is the Director of Architecture for NewDay, and the founder of Electric Head Software. Focusing on iterative software delivery, developer mentoring and cultural change - mostly working with London-based organisations.

He speaks about software design, culture, and ethics in technology - rounded out by an assortment of talks about software that probably doesn't need to exist but makes the world a little more fun. David has previously served as the chief coding technical architect for JustGiving and helped market-leading organisations including JUST-EAT, Trainline and Vodafone improve their technical capabilities.

David is a Microsoft MVP, has been part of the OpenUK Honours list for open-source advocacy, and is a twice bestselling author of children's books about programming.

You can find his open-source projects on NuGet, npm and GitHub, follow him on Twitter @david_whitney, or check out his technical blog at http://www.davidwhitney.co.uk/Blog.

http://www.electricheadsoftware.com
http://www.davidwhitney.co.uk

David is the Director of Architecture for NewDay, and the founder of Electric Head Software. Focusing on iterative software delivery, developer mentoring and cultural change - mostly working with London-based organisations. He speaks about softwar... Show more

Yuliya Khadasevich

Yuliya Khadasevich

Yuliya is a Software Development Consultant at Xebia and Microsoft MVP. With over a decade-long journey in IT across various international environments, she has played multiple roles from software developer to team lead, scrum master and trainer, each enriching her professional outlook. Yuliya is passionate about crafting clean, well-architected solutions and streamlining processes for efficiency. She strongly advocates for diverse, collaborative and harmonious work environments and finds fulfillment in supporting others in their professional growth.

Yuliya is a Software Development Consultant at Xebia and Microsoft MVP. With over a decade-long journey in IT across various international environments, she has played multiple roles from software developer to team lead, scrum master and trainer, eac... Show more

Maurice Daly

Maurice Daly

Maurice has been working in the IT industry for the past 25 years. His focus is around the areas of Windows deployment, device management, Azure AD and secure productivity, Maurice has been an MCSE since 2008 and was awarded his first MVP award in the area of Enterprise Mobility (now Security) in March 2017.

Most recently his focus has been on automation of deployment tasks, creating and sharing PowerShell scripts and other content to help others streamline their deployment processes.

Maurice has been working in the IT industry for the past 25 years. His focus is around the areas of Windows deployment, device management, Azure AD and secure productivity, Maurice has been an MCSE since 2008 and was awarded his first MVP award in th... Show more

Rafael Báguena Girbés

Rafael Báguena Girbés

Computer engineer with 15 years of experience in implementing business intelligence, engineering, and data analytics solutions. I love learning new things, pushing technology further, and collaborating on exciting projects that add value at all levels.

Computer engineer with 15 years of experience in implementing business intelligence, engineering, and data analytics solutions. I love learning new things, pushing technology further, and collaborating on exciting projects that add value at all level... Show more

Mar Lizana

Mar Lizana

Creo firmemente en el poder de los datos para cambiar realidades y en la importancia de seguir explorando nuevas formas de maximizar su impacto. Si quieres conectar o saber más sobre mi trabajo, puedes visitar mi blog en Medium https://medium.com/@akanemar

I firmly believe in the power of data to transform realities and in the importance of continuously exploring new ways to maximize its impact. If you'd like to connect or learn more about my work, feel free to visit my blog on Medium: https://medium.com/@akanemar

Creo firmemente en el poder de los datos para cambiar realidades y en la importancia de seguir explorando nuevas formas de maximizar su impacto. Si quieres conectar o saber más sobre mi trabajo, puedes visitar mi blog en Medium https://medium.com/@ak... Show more

Arindam Mitra

Arindam Mitra

I am a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) in Developer Technologies & Azure | Azure Cloud Solutions & DevOps Architect | Technical Blogger & Speaker Focused on Cloud Adoption, Architecture, Automation, Build and Run in Azure.

I am a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) in Developer Technologies & Azure | Azure Cloud Solutions & DevOps Architect | Technical Blogger & Speaker Focused on Cloud Adoption, Architecture, Automation, Build and Run in Azure. Show more

Nicklas Ahlberg

Nicklas Ahlberg

Nicklas is a Trusted Security Advisor employed at Onevinn in Sweden.
His primary objective is assisting organisations in navigating Intune, ensuring they obtain an optimal and highly secure user experience.

Nicklas is a dual Microsoft MVP:
* Security (Microsoft Intune)
* Windows and Devices (Windows)

He has spoken at events such as:
* Workplace Ninjas Virtual Event (21)
* HTMD (21)
* TechMentor Orlando (22)
* Live 360 Orlando (22)
* MMUGSE, (23,24,25)
* NIC (23,25)
* India Cloud Security Summit (23,25)
* Experts Live Denmark (24,25)
* AVD Tech Fest (24)
* MEM Summit (22,23,24,25)
* Cloud Technology Townhall Tallinn (25,26)
* Workplace Ninjas NL Connect (25)
* MC2MC Connect (25)
* MMSMOA (25)
* Experts Live NL (25)
* Workplace Ninjas NO (25)
* Workplace Ninjas UK (25)
* Workplace Ninjas Summit (25)

Nicklas is a Trusted Security Advisor employed at Onevinn in Sweden. His primary objective is assisting organisations in navigating Intune, ensuring they obtain an optimal and highly secure user experience. Nicklas is a dual Microsoft MVP: * Sec... Show more

Kai Stenberg

Kai Stenberg

Since February 2022, I have been an Microsoft MVP, M365 & TEAMS.
Voice has been focus the last 20 years within Contact Centers and for the last 13 years I have been working with Enterprise Voice solutions .
In February 2024 I started to work for Capgemini Norway as Managing Consultant.
Since 2017 I have been working with Microsoft Teams and Voice solutions where using Direct Routing produced from Azure.
I also do integrations from Teams Voice to Dynamics365, both Dyn365 Sales and the Microsoft Digital Contact Center Platform.
Since I started working for Capgemini, my area of focus has been changed to M365 Copilot and Copilot Studio. I mainly works in Copilot Studio Full and create different type of agent for clients.
I also have the Norwegian podcast #TeamsCastAway and also run two blogs.

Since February 2022, I have been an Microsoft MVP, M365 & TEAMS. Voice has been focus the last 20 years within Contact Centers and for the last 13 years I have been working with Enterprise Voice solutions . In February 2024 I started to work for ... Show more

Gianluca Hotz

Gianluca Hotz

Gianluca Hotz is a consultant, trainer and speaker specialized in architecture, database design, high availability, capacity planning, performance tuning, system integration and migrations for Microsoft SQL Server. He has been working as a consultant in the IT field since 1993 and with SQL Server since 1996. He is among the original founders of ugiss.org, where he served as vice-president from 2001 to 2016 and he is now serving as president, for his contribution to the community he has been a SQL Server MVP since 1998.

Gianluca Hotz is a consultant, trainer and speaker specialized in architecture, database design, high availability, capacity planning, performance tuning, system integration and migrations for Microsoft SQL Server. He has been working as a consultant... Show more

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Microsoft MVPs

Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) are recognized experts in their respective technical communities who actively share their knowledge and expertise with others. The MVP award is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the Microsoft community through their involvement in technical forums, user groups, conferences, and other events. As a result, many MVPs are sought after as speakers at industry events, sharing their knowledge and insights with others.

When an MVP adds their award to their speaker profile, it can serve as a powerful endorsement of their expertise and credibility. Event organizers and attendees alike recognize the MVP award as a symbol of excellence in the field of Microsoft technology, and are more likely to view MVP speakers as authorities on the subject matter they are presenting. This can help MVPs secure speaking engagements, as well as increase their visibility and recognition within the community.

In addition to the benefits for the MVPs themselves, including the ability to network with other experts and gain exposure for their work, the community as a whole can benefit from the contributions of MVP speakers. By sharing their knowledge and insights with others, MVPs help to elevate the level of expertise and understanding within the Microsoft community, ultimately leading to better products and services for everyone.