Microsoft MVPs

Microsoft MVPs

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

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Vincent Choy

Vincent Choy

Vincent Choy is Senior Consultant for Cloud Adoption for Fedelis Asia Group of Companies. He has been awarded Microsoft Most Valuable Professional since 2014 He appears regularly on local media sharing his views on how modern work platforms like Microsoft365 gives local companies the competing edge.

To date, Vincent and his team has a installed base of more than 20,000 Office365 seats, ranging from 3 person outfits to large enterprises.

Vincent Choy is Senior Consultant for Cloud Adoption for Fedelis Asia Group of Companies. He has been awarded Microsoft Most Valuable Professional since 2014 He appears regularly on local media sharing his views on how modern work platforms like Micr... Show more

Luce Carter

Luce Carter

Luce Carter is a proudly neurodiverse Microsoft MVP, Contentful Developer Hero, author and Developer Advocate for MongoDB, based in Manchester, England.

When not reading, playing squash, or learning something new, she speaks around the world at user groups and conferences on MongoDB, .NET, Mental Health and Productivity, creates YouTube videos, streams on Twitch occasionally and writes on her blog. Follow Luce on Twitter @LuceCarter1 and also her Blog at lucecarter.co.uk.

Luce Carter is a proudly neurodiverse Microsoft MVP, Contentful Developer Hero, author and Developer Advocate for MongoDB, based in Manchester, England. When not reading, playing squash, or learning something new, she speaks around the world at us... Show more

Frank Geisler

Frank Geisler

Frank Geisler is the owner and CEO of GDS Business Intelligence GmbH, a leading Microsoft Solution Provider specializing in Data and AI. He holds numerous prestigious certifications, including Data Platform MVP, MCT, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Data Engineer Associate, and DevOps Engineer Expert. In his role, Frank excels in building robust Business Intelligence systems leveraging Microsoft technologies such as SQL Server, Azure Data Platform, Microsoft Fabric, and Power BI. He is also proficient in constructing Azure infrastructures and architectures using PowerShell and Bicep.

Frank is a prolific author, having written several bestselling books including "Power BI für Dummies," "Azure für Dummies," "Docker für Dummies," and "Pro Serverless Data Handling with Microsoft Azure." As a frequent speaker, he has delivered insightful presentations at major national and international conferences like the PASS Community Summit, SQL BITS, and SQL Server Konferenz.

In addition to his professional achievements, Frank co-founded PASS Deutschland e.V. in 2004 and has served on its board of directors for many years. He also leads the Microsoft Data Community Regional Chapter Münsterland, contributing significantly to the community's growth and development.

Frank Geisler is the owner and CEO of GDS Business Intelligence GmbH, a leading Microsoft Solution Provider specializing in Data and AI. He holds numerous prestigious certifications, including Data Platform MVP, MCT, Azure Solutions Architect Expert,... Show more

Daniel Glenn

Daniel Glenn

With over 15 years of experience in the field, I have developed a deep expertise in SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Viva, and now Copilot. I have received the Microsoft MVP award for my contributions in Microsoft 365 - Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Viva.

I am also a co-host and producer of the 365 Message Center Show, a weekly podcast that covers the latest updates and news from Microsoft 365. Additionally, I am a founder and leader of several community initiatives, such as Microsoft 365 Nashville, a free one-day event that features sessions from influential and respected Microsoft professionals, and Nashville Microsoft 365 & SharePoint Users Group, a local network of enthusiasts and experts. I am passionate about giving back and building the Microsoft technical community, as well as educating and inspiring others to embrace the potential of cloud technology.

With over 15 years of experience in the field, I have developed a deep expertise in SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Viva, and now Copilot. I have received the Microsoft MVP award for my contributions in Microsoft 365 - Microsoft 365 Copilot an... Show more

Marius Skovli

Marius Skovli

With over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, I have developed a specialization in identity and endpoint security and management, with a particular focus on infrastructure. As a Principal Consultant, I have demonstrated expertise in both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT), giving me a unique ability to understand and solve complex technological challenges.

My key competencies include:

Deep Knowledge of Microsoft Cloud Solutions: I possess extensive experience in assisting clients to integrate and maximize the potential of Microsoft's cloud-based solutions, including Azure, Azure Stack HCI, and Microsoft 365. I am skilled in implementing these technologies in line with the Zero-Trust security model, to balance security, risk, and productivity.

Expertise in Identity and Endpoint Management: I have extensive experience in identity and endpoint management, offering specialized knowledge in analysis, mapping, and development of customized solutions. My expertise also includes securing access and privileged roles, which are crucial in modern IT infrastructures.

Design and Architecture: A significant part of my expertise lies in the design and architecture of IT solutions. I have demonstrated the ability to develop and implement robust, scalable, and secure system architectures. This ability is crucial to ensure that IT infrastructure not only meets current needs but is also prepared for future technological developments and business requirements.

Customized Client Approach: In my role as a key person in the company, I prioritize understanding and adapting to each client's unique environment and business needs. My approach is to tailor technological solutions that reflect the individual DNA of clients, ensuring that these solutions not only meet their current business objectives but are also flexible enough to adapt to future growth and change. This client-focused strategy allows us to offer solutions as unique and varied as the clients themselves.

Role as a Microsoft MVP: My role as a Microsoft MVP attests to my ability to keep pace with rapid technological development and contribute to professional communities through knowledge sharing and innovation. I am passionate about using my extensive experience to drive forward technological solutions that address the challenges of today and tomorrow in IT and OT infrastructure.

I am passionately committed to utilizing my extensive experience and expertise to drive innovation and security solutions that meet the ever-changing needs within IT and OT infrastructure.

With over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, I have developed a specialization in identity and endpoint security and management, with a particular focus on infrastructure. As a Principal Consultant, I have demonstrated expertise in both Informa... Show more

Bron Thulke

Bron Thulke

Bron has been developing code since the turn of the century, and loves learning new tech. Her motto is "if you're not learning, you're not moving". Yes she just made that up, she is a programmer not a wordsmith. Bron is the CTO at YouLi Travel and a Microsoft MVP (.NET)

Bron has been developing code since the turn of the century, and loves learning new tech. Her motto is "if you're not learning, you're not moving". Yes she just made that up, she is a programmer not a wordsmith. Bron is the CTO at YouLi Travel and a ... Show more

Dylan McCarthy

Dylan McCarthy

Hi, my name is Dylan McCarthy, I am a Microsoft MVP for Developer Tools and work as a Principal Engineer at Versent. I have been in IT since 2015 and worked across many roles from Software Development through to DevOps and now Platform Engineering. I am passionate about sharing knowledge about how we can improve the developer experience for all engineers.

Hi, my name is Dylan McCarthy, I am a Microsoft MVP for Developer Tools and work as a Principal Engineer at Versent. I have been in IT since 2015 and worked across many roles from Software Development through to DevOps and now Platform Engineering. I... Show more

Giuseppe Marchi

Giuseppe Marchi

Giuseppe Marchi is one of the founders of Dev4Side Software S.r.l. (www.dev4side.com): a software factory based in Milan (Italy) and Microsoft Gold Partner from 2011, where he manage projects, developments and education related to Microsoft technologies. He is also one of the founders of intranet.ai s.r.l. (www.intranet.ai), an innovative startup in the field of the modern workplace. He has a degree in Digital Communication and a second degree in Information and Communication Technologirs, from the University of Milan. He wrotes the “Pocket C#” book of Apogeo and several articles for the community or specialized magazines about the .NET Framework, SharePoint and Office 365. From the 2009 he is one of the Microsoft MVP on the Office Apps & Services category, thanks to his active contribution to the italian community of developers and technicians that works on Microsoft collaboration and cloud technologies. In the 2014 and 2015 he has been one of the Top 25 Worldwide and European Influencer about Office 365 and SharePoint. Together with this, he manages with love his personal website www.peppedotnet.it adding contents about Office 365 and SharePoint, always finding time for family, friends and soccer.

Giuseppe Marchi is one of the founders of Dev4Side Software S.r.l. (www.dev4side.com): a software factory based in Milan (Italy) and Microsoft Gold Partner from 2011, where he manage projects, developments and education related to Microsoft technolog... Show more

Derek Cash-Peterson

Derek Cash-Peterson

Derek is passionate about building intuitive and useful applications, focusing on the design and user experience as well as the development. 



He has over 20 years of industry experience building customized intranets, extranets, and public facing websites based on the Microsoft stack. He specializes in front-end development and visual design/branding of SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft 365. He brings a design eye to a developers world along with skills in information architecture, content architecture, and collaboration strategy skills.

Derek is passionate about building intuitive and useful applications, focusing on the design and user experience as well as the development. 

 He has over 20 years of industry experience building customized intranets, extranets, and public facing... Show more

Peter Paul Kirschner

Peter Paul Kirschner

Peter has over a decade of experience as a SharePoint and Microsoft 365 consultant and works as a software architect at ACP CUBIDO Digital Solutions GmbH. He specializes in developing high-quality web-based, hybrid, and mobile applications using a wide range of technologies.

With a deep passion for software development and a strong focus on automation, he eagerly takes on technical and conceptual challenges in projects. His current focus is on developing apps and bots within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, with a particular emphasis on integrating AI systems in enterprise environments.

Beyond his technical expertise, Peter is an active member of the community, sharing his knowledge through presentations and blog posts while contributing to the advancement of modern cloud, AI, and automation solutions. His combination of expertise, innovation, and hands-on experience makes him a valued expert in delivering sustainable and efficient solutions for businesses.

Peter has over a decade of experience as a SharePoint and Microsoft 365 consultant and works as a software architect at ACP CUBIDO Digital Solutions GmbH. He specializes in developing high-quality web-based, hybrid, and mobile applications using a wi... Show more

Msangi Masera

Msangi Masera

I will help you to creatively elevate your operations using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. I am Microsoft MVP & Microsoft MCT with over 6 years of design, implementation and development of Dynamics 365 Business Central. I have implemented solutions across various industries such as financial institutions, SMEs, government institutions & NGOs.

I encountered a steep learning curve while learning CAL/AL programming & it's been my mission to share knowledge via my YouTube channel to make it easier for other new learners in pursuit of AL programming knowledge. The channel youtube.com/@TekNaMsangi is structured with a series format of videos that can potentially take you from zero to hero if you implement it all.

I will help you to creatively elevate your operations using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. I am Microsoft MVP & Microsoft MCT with over 6 years of design, implementation and development of Dynamics 365 Business Central. I have implemented s... Show more

Mikko Koskinen

Mikko Koskinen

I work as an AI & Copilot Lead at Forward Forever, focusing on helping organizations adopt AI, Copilot, and agent-based solutions in a practical, well-governed, and scalable way. My work spans customer advisory, solution and system architecture, pre-sales support, and internal capability development across AI and Copilot solutions.

I have over 20 years of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, working with solutions ranging from intranets, document and case management systems to modern digital workplaces and collaboration platforms. Over the years, my role has evolved from solution designer to lead architect, trainer, and advisor, with a strong focus on how technology actually supports everyday work.

I work as an AI & Copilot Lead at Forward Forever, focusing on helping organizations adopt AI, Copilot, and agent-based solutions in a practical, well-governed, and scalable way. My work spans customer advisory, solution and system architecture, pre-... Show more

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard is a seasoned Axapta, Dynamics AX, and D365 F&O Developer and Solution Architect with over 12 years of experience. He is currently working at the Nordic Investment Bank in Helsinki.

He is responsible for modernizing #sustainable #financing using Dynamics, the Power Platform, and community building, always with a touch of Danish grumpiness and sarcasm!

He is an #xppgroupie, the maintainer of the #opensource project D365 Finance Toolbox, and likes to throw a pull request at anything related to Dynamics F&O.

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard is a seasoned Axapta, Dynamics AX, and D365 F&O Developer and Solution Architect with over 12 years of experience. He is currently working at the Nordic Investment Bank in Helsinki. He is responsible for modernizing #susta... Show more

Robert Bermejo

Robert Bermejo

They say about me that I am a very demanding person both with myself and with others. This requirement has led me to spend an entire life in the world of software development.
I love technical events and above all being able to share, which is why for more than 7 years I have been organizing, together with three other magnificent people, the Azure community in Barcelona, ​​CATzure, as well as the NetCoreConf, one of the most important events in Spain in the world. Microsoft.
I currently work at SCRM Lidl International Hub where I am CTO in the Omnichannel domain where more than 100 people work.
Life is continuous growth and that is why we must share what we have learned and learn from others.

They say about me that I am a very demanding person both with myself and with others. This requirement has led me to spend an entire life in the world of software development. I love technical events and above all being able to share, which is why f... Show more

Dean Ellerby

Dean Ellerby

Organizer @ Workplace Ninjas UK and Microsoft Security MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Speaker and Author at Petri.com, Author and Trainer at Pluralsight.com

Organizer @ Workplace Ninjas UK and Microsoft Security MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Speaker and Author at Petri.com, Author and Trainer at Pluralsight.com Show more

Albert-Jan Schot

Albert-Jan Schot

As a senior cloud architect Albert-Jan Schot enjoys stepping up to the challenge of designing, developing and building innovative cloud solutions. He is a valuable source of knowledge for his colleagues, customers and the worldwide Microsoft-community. With his no-nonsense and can-do mentality he brings a unique combination of in-depth hands-on experience and consultancy skills on all levels to any team. As a CTO within Blis Digital Albert-Jan is responsible for the technical vision and strategy within the low-code practice.

As a senior cloud architect Albert-Jan Schot enjoys stepping up to the challenge of designing, developing and building innovative cloud solutions. He is a valuable source of knowledge for his colleagues, customers and the worldwide Microsoft-communit... Show more

Sylvain Cortes

Sylvain Cortes

🎯 VP Strategy @ Hackuity: Definition and management of the global strategy with a focus on GoTo Market, Product Marketing & Product roadmap strategy. Evangelism on topics related to Vulnerability Management in large organizations and competitive analysis. Research work on threat and vulnerability management.

📊 Security Strategist @ Tenable: GTM definition, PM and PMM relationship, Roadmap presentation to C-Level, new solutions positioning, live speech during IT events.

💡 Security Evangelist @ Alsid: Documents creation for marketing team, speaker during IT & Security events, specific pre-sales meeting, research & development about Active Directory security control paths, etc.

💎 Microsoft MVP: 9 years as a GPO MVP, 1 year as an Active Directory MVP, 2 years as a Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) MVP ➡️ now Enterprise Mobility MVP, speciality is Identity and Access
My Microsoft MVP profil: http://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/mvp/Sylvain%20Cortes-37994

👑 IAM & CyberSecurity Market Expert: Presentations during CyberSecurity & Identity focused events, IT fairs or other various Microsoft events around Identity Management or CyberSecurity. Arrticles or webinars creation for IT newspapers or tech-blogs. Consulting services to large companies which need to have a clear vision about CyberSecurity or Identity Management roadmap strategy.
Deep expertise about Active Directory Hardening concepts, Privilege Management on Windows & Linux, Kerberos, AD bridging, Identity as a Service, Directory as a Service, etc.

🩻 I manage the French blog on Identity Management: www.identitycosmos.com.
🩻 I am the organizer of the only French event dedicated to Identity Management & Digital Identity Security: https://identitydays.com
🩻 From 2007, I am the president of the French association of Identity Management Solutions Users: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12110038

💀 Business hacker @ Cerberis: My main role is to aggressively develop the global business around IAM & Security technologies on South Europe area - working for ISVs which need to detect business and catch market shares. My contacts in the global IT ecosystem, including system integrators, VARs, ISVs or intermediary business provides an ideal gate to the South European market. My technical expertise allows me the ability to manage both complex technical pre-sales meeting and business closing.

📖 IT & CyberSecurity teacher: Teacher for Université de Grenoble Alpes (https://www-info.iut2.univ-grenoble-alpes.fr/licence-pro-mi/lp-mi-assir/) - ESGI (https://www.esgi.fr/) - CNAM (https://www.cnam.fr/)

🎯 VP Strategy @ Hackuity: Definition and management of the global strategy with a focus on GoTo Market, Product Marketing & Product roadmap strategy. Evangelism on topics related to Vulnerability Management in large organizations and competitive ana... Show more

Joonas Westlin

Joonas Westlin

Joonas has been working with Microsoft technologies as a hobby since the first version of .NET framework. Currently he works as a software developer at Zure, a company specializing in developing software on Microsoft Azure using its PaaS offerings. He is one of the 6 Azure MVPs in Finland. Joonas is currently the global #1 for Entra ID answers on Stack Overflow (and #6 for Azure overall).

Joonas has been working with Microsoft technologies as a hobby since the first version of .NET framework. Currently he works as a software developer at Zure, a company specializing in developing software on Microsoft Azure using its PaaS offerings. H... Show more

Jake Duddy

Jake Duddy

Jake Duddy is a Business Intelligence specialist with a deep focus on Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. In his day job he administers a Fabric tenant, championing best practices by developing DevOps processes and advanced admin monitoring solutions. By night, Jake shares his experiment, experiences and insights on his blog, evaluationcontext.github.io. He is also an active speaker, presenting at Fabric User Groups and the prestigious Fabric Power Hour at SQL Bits. From these contributions he was recognized as a Microsoft Data Platform MVP. Additionally he helps out on the Fabric forums, and is a Fabric Community Super User. Finally he is a co-organizer of the Devon and Cornwall Microsoft Power BI User Group.

Jake Duddy is a Business Intelligence specialist with a deep focus on Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. In his day job he administers a Fabric tenant, championing best practices by developing DevOps processes and advanced admin monitoring solutions. By ... Show more

Bram de Jager

Bram de Jager

Bram de Jager is a seasoned professional with a passion for architecting robust solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem. His expertise lies at the intersection of Data Security & Compliance and Information Management in the Microsoft 365 environment. Bram’s commitment to excellence has earned him the prestigious Microsoft Certified Master (MCM) certification, a testament to his deep technical knowledge and practical experience.

As a Microsoft 365 & Security Architect at Advice Matters, Bram leverages his expertise to design and implement secure and efficient Microsoft 365 solutions. Whether it’s configuring compliance features, managing identities, or safeguarding sensitive data, Bram ensures organizations can harness the full potential of Microsoft’s productivity suite and helps navigate their cloud journey.

His dedication to enhancing data security and protection within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem makes him an invaluable asset to organizations seeking to thrive in the digital age.

Bram’s commitment extends beyond technical excellence. He actively contributes to the community as a Microsoft MVP, sharing insights, best practices, and real-world experiences through conferences, webinars, and blog posts. He is active as a board member of two user groups in The Netherlands: the DIWUG and DSSCC. His passion for continuous learning and knowledge dissemination makes him a sought-after speaker at industry events.

When not immersed in technology, Bram enjoys exploring Europe with the family, workout at the gym or play tennis, and savoring a good cup of coffee.

Connect with Bram on LinkedIn to stay updated on his latest endeavors and insights.

Bram de Jager is a seasoned professional with a passion for architecting robust solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem. His expertise lies at the intersection of Data Security & Compliance and Information Management in the Microsoft 365 environment... Show more

Dr. Alexander Wachtel

Dr. Alexander Wachtel

Alexander Wachtel has been recognized as a Microsoft AI MVP since 2020 for his community work in AI area. During his Ph.D. research at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), he has published several AI papers in the area of Human-Computer-Interaction, Natural Language Processing & Cognitive Services. Furthermore, he is still teaching agile software engineering at the KIT using Azure DevOps. Due to his teaching activities at the KIT, he was also awarded as a Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) expert from 2016 to 2019. Due to his many years of experience, he has been also honored as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) since 2013. He provides Microsoft consulting for the industry and public sector, and teaches classes for Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert and Microsoft 365 Certified Administrator Expert.

Alexander Wachtel has been recognized as a Microsoft AI MVP since 2020 for his community work in AI area. During his Ph.D. research at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), he has published several AI papers in the area of Human-Computer-Inter... Show more

Iona Varga

Iona Varga

Azure, Check! Power Platform, Check! Not only am I a geek on technology, helping others is what thrives me!
From low-code and fusion-dev to process management and more. My background is in technology for healthcare and that is what excites me the most!

Azure, Check! Power Platform, Check! Not only am I a geek on technology, helping others is what thrives me! From low-code and fusion-dev to process management and more. My background is in technology for healthcare and that is what excites me the mo... Show more

Ayih Tchesco

Ayih Tchesco

Tchesco is a software developer based in Ghana. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and is currently working as a Power Platform Developer at Multithread ICT Solutions (A Microsoft partner company).

Tchesco is a software developer based in Ghana. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and is currently working as a Power Platform Developer at Multithread ICT Solutions (A Microsoft partner company). Show more

Dharanidharan Balasubramaniam

Dharanidharan Balasubramaniam

Myself Dharanidharan Balasubramaniam currently working as a Senior Manager with Capgemini

Currently leading the Malaysia Microsoft BizApps and power platform User Group, Tamil Nadu Dynamics 365 and Power Platform User Group, ASEANS Microsoft BizApps and Power Platform User Group, and ambassador of D365 Saturday.

Having 10 years of experience in ASP .NET, C#, Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013, 2015,2016 and Dynamics 365, Click Dimensions, SQL Server, Azure Dev-Ops & Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, Power automate and Power BI

I am certified in Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2015, 2016, Dynamics 365 CE. Also, I am Microsoft Certified Trainer(MCT)

Myself Dharanidharan Balasubramaniam currently working as a Senior Manager with Capgemini Currently leading the Malaysia Microsoft BizApps and power platform User Group, Tamil Nadu Dynamics 365 and Power Platform User Group, ASEANS Microsoft BizAp... Show more

Joe Carlyle

Joe Carlyle

Azure & AI technologist. Passionate about education, opportunity, and community interactions. Responsible for strategy, design, and delivery.

Azure & AI technologist. Passionate about education, opportunity, and community interactions. Responsible for strategy, design, and delivery. Show more

Marco Amoedo

Marco Amoedo

Marco is an experienced engineer and technologist who has a deep expertise in Microsoft technologies. As the Global Alliance CTO, Marco leads the technology innovation and digital transformation for the Microsoft and KPMG alliance. He works closely with global teams to ensure smooth Microsoft technology integration and fosters cooperation among different groups. Marco's main goal is to strengthen technology capabilities, supporting clients in delivering state-of-the-art solutions, and enhance the strategic partnership with Microsoft by creating new opportunities for growth. Marco has an MSc in Computer Engineering, a Postgraduate Certificate in Technology Management and has received the Microsoft MVP award 11 times. He is also a member of the British Computer Society and member of the Colexio Profesional de Enxeneria Informatica. Marco's passion lies in enabling digital transformation and innovation. In his spare time, he likes reading, running, CrossFit, and spending time with family.

Marco is an experienced engineer and technologist who has a deep expertise in Microsoft technologies. As the Global Alliance CTO, Marco leads the technology innovation and digital transformation for the Microsoft and KPMG alliance. He works closely w... Show more

Matt Collins-Jones

Matt Collins-Jones

A Power Platform enthusiast, Microsoft Biz Apps MVP, FastTrack Recognised Solution Architect in Power Automate and avid computer gamer. Matt has over 10 years experience working with D365 and the Power Platform. Constantly learning and training people, Matt started a YouTube channel and blog to help share his knowledge with the community.

A Power Platform enthusiast, Microsoft Biz Apps MVP, FastTrack Recognised Solution Architect in Power Automate and avid computer gamer. Matt has over 10 years experience working with D365 and the Power Platform. Constantly learning and training peopl... Show more

Robert Hurlbut

Robert Hurlbut

Robert brings over 30 years of experience in secure coding, software architecture. Before joining Toreon, he started and led the threat modeling program at Bank of America, and filled in a similar role at Aquia. He is passionate about helping teams identify, communicate, and understand threats and mitigations and enhance workload security through threat modeling.

Robert is a Microsoft MVP for Developer Security and an ISC2 Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP). He holds a Master of Science in Cyber Security from Southern New Hampshire University and is a Ph.D. candidate in Space Cybersecurity at Capitol Technology University.

Robert is co-author of the Threat Modeling Manifesto (https://www.threatmodelingmanifesto.org/), Threat Modeling Capabilities Model (https://www.threatmodelingmanifesto.org/capabilities), and co-host of the Application Security Podcast (https://appsec.buzzsprout.com/). A world-renowned expert in threat modeling, he frequently contributes thought leadership pieces on the topic and delivers workshops and presentations at industry events.

Robert brings over 30 years of experience in secure coding, software architecture. Before joining Toreon, he started and led the threat modeling program at Bank of America, and filled in a similar role at Aquia. He is passionate about helping teams i... Show more

Mark Michaelis

Mark Michaelis

Chief Technical Architect, Founder, Author of Essential C# series, Microsoft Regional Director and MVP

Mark Michaelis (itl.tc/Mark) founded IntelliTect, a high-end software development company based in Spokane, Washington. When not leading his company, he teaches at Eastern Washington University, presents conference sessions on technology and leadership, or delivers updates for the next edition of his book.

A world-class C# expert who honed his engineering skills by serving on several Microsoft software design review teams, including C#, Azure, and Azure DevOps, Mark is the author of Essential C# (itl.tc/EssentialCSharp). As a direct result of his work with C# and Azure DevOps, Mark has been a distinguished Microsoft MVP for over 25 years and a Microsoft Regional Director since 2007. A firm believer in autonomy, mastery and purpose, Mark’s management and leadership style enables him to successfully handle a day with only 24 hours in it.

Mark and his wife, Elisabeth, have invested a significant amount of the profit generated by IntelliTect into fighting debilitating poverty around the world. They have done this by thoughtfully partnering with charity organizations to increase access to basic food and water infrastructure, improve educational opportunities, and fight injustices like human trafficking and the systematic oppression of women.

When not bonding with his computer, Mark enjoys Frisbee, soccer, biking, and showing his kids real life in other countries. Mark lives in Spokane, Washington. He is looking forward to finding his next adventure following his return from traversing the length of Africa.

Chief Technical Architect, Founder, Author of Essential C# series, Microsoft Regional Director and MVP Mark Michaelis (itl.tc/Mark) founded IntelliTect, a high-end software development company based in Spokane, Washington. When not leading his com... Show more

Sue Bayes

Sue Bayes

Microsoft MVP Data Platform
Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate, Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate, Azure Enterprise Data Analyst Associate, Power BI Data Analyst Associate

Over 7 years successfully working as an independent Power BI developer and data analyst within the public and private sector.

Reporting solutions range from project management, planning , financial reporting, specific service sector reporting, bespoke data cleansing and sentiment analysis.

15 years of lecturing in Business and Computing before starting my own business.

I am passionate about data in general and how we can harness information to grow business. Knowledge of R, SQL and C# but main love is Python, M and DAX.

When not in front of the screen, I love to run and walk my dog and be outside.

Microsoft MVP Data Platform Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate, Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate, Azure Enterprise Data Analyst Associate, Power BI Data Analyst Associate Over 7 years successfully working as an independent Po... 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.