Hannes Lagler-Gruener is a senior cloud architect with consulting experience of more than 15 years.
Hannes is focusing on cloud architecture and security.
Hannes had deep experience in IaaS, Security, Networking, Governance, and IaC. He started his carrier at one of the biggest Austrian banks and changed to Microsoft Austria after a few years.
Currently, Hannes is working at ACP IT Solutions GMBH as Lead-Cloud Solutions Architect.

Hannes Lagler-Gruener is a senior cloud architect with consulting experience of more than 15 years. Hannes is focusing on cloud architecture and security. Hannes had deep experience in IaaS, Security, Networking, Governance, and IaC. He started his... Show more

I am a Principal Solution Architect and Microsoft CX CTO at Capgemini NL, a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, and technology services.

With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, I have a strong passion for creating simple solutions for complex problems, using my expertise in generative AI, Power Platform, and cloud technologies.

I helped numerous clients across various sectors improve their operational efficiency, customer experience, and business outcomes, by architecting, implementing, and delivering innovative and scalable solutions.

As a Microsoft MVP, Certified Trainer and a speaker at various events, I also enjoy sharing my knowledge and insights with my colleagues, partners, and the wider community, inspiring them to embrace the power of digital transformation and innovation.

I am a Principal Solution Architect and Microsoft CX CTO at Capgemini NL, a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, and technology services. With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, I have a strong passion for creating sim... Show more

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

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

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

Marius is an MVP in security and works as a Principal Cloud Engineer in Fortytwo, building managed services within the Identity, Security and Cloud space.

Marius is an MVP in security and works as a Principal Cloud Engineer in Fortytwo, building managed services within the Identity, Security and Cloud space. Show more

Sergey Chubarov is a Security and Cloud Expert with over 15 years of extensive experience in Microsoft technologies. As an instructor, Sergey is dedicated to guiding companies through the complexities of securely adopting cloud solutions. His consulting experience spans both the red and blue sides.

Certifications and recognitions include Microsoft MVP: Cloud Security, OSCP, OSEP, MCT, MCT Community Lead, EC Council CPENT & LPT, CREST CPSA & CRT, and many more.

Frequent Speaker at Prestigious Conferences: Black Hat, Hacker Halted, DEF CON, Wild West Hackin' Fest, Workplace Ninja Summit, Midwest Management Summit, and many others.

Prefers live demos and cyberattacks simulations.

Sergey Chubarov is a Security and Cloud Expert with over 15 years of extensive experience in Microsoft technologies. As an instructor, Sergey is dedicated to guiding companies through the complexities of securely adopting cloud solutions. His consult... Show more

John Kilmister is an Azure MVP, software engineer, and architect that enjoys exploring new technologies to solve real-world problems. With a background in e-commerce companies, he currently works as a software architect at a multinational company, working with teams on a range of Azure-based applications.

John Kilmister is an Azure MVP, software engineer, and architect that enjoys exploring new technologies to solve real-world problems. With a background in e-commerce companies, he currently works as a software architect at a multinational company, wo... Show more

I'm a Microsoft MVP from Germany, working for ORBIS SE. There I've got the chance to work with Dynamics 365 right from the beginning (back then Microsoft CRM v1.2). Beeing focused on the ProDev aspects of the Power Platform, I'm enthusiatic about Power Apps Component Framework (PCF) development. You can call me PCFLady. You can find me answering questions in the "Power Apps Pro Dev & ISV" Forum, blogging on my "Dianamics" blog site (dianabirkelbach.wordpress.com), sharing videos on youtube (youtube.com/@pcflady) and free PCF controls on https://pcf.gallery/ ;.

I'm a Microsoft MVP from Germany, working for ORBIS SE. There I've got the chance to work with Dynamics 365 right from the beginning (back then Microsoft CRM v1.2). Beeing focused on the ProDev aspects of the Power Platform, I'm enthusiatic about Pow... Show more

Paul (AKA @mrpaulandrew) is the Co-Founder & CTO of Cloud Formations, a specialist data consultancy based in the UK. With nearly 20 years’ experience designing and delivering Microsoft data architectures, Paul leads a passionate team of engineers, supporting businesses small and large with scalable cloud platforms. Business value delivered through data insights. Over the years, Paul has covered the breadth and depth of design patterns and industry leading concepts, including Lambda, Kappa, Delta Lake, Data Mesh and Data Fabric.

Paul is also a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, director for the Data Relay community conference, East Midlands user group leader, book author and mentor. In addition to the day job(s), Paul is a father of three, husband, foodie, runner, blood donor, geek, Lego, and Star Wars fan! Lastly, Paul confesses to enjoying a Ramstein playlist when given half a chance to do some coding for a customer project.

Paul (AKA @mrpaulandrew) is the Co-Founder & CTO of Cloud Formations, a specialist data consultancy based in the UK. With nearly 20 years’ experience designing and delivering Microsoft data architectures, Paul leads a passionate team of engineers, su... Show more

Brian McKeiver is Co-Owner at BizStream, digital agency in Allendale, MI. At BizStream he is a solution architect, visionary, dual Microsoft Azure MVP (Azure AI and Azure PaaS), Kentico MVP, and Kontent.ai MVP. He has over 23 years of experience leading his agency of more than 40 employees, about a hundred clients spread out across North America, and one heck of an interesting story of how it all started from a two-person team. In addition to his expertise in web development, cloud, integration, and digital marketing, Brian is active with the tech community via his blog at Mcbeev.com.

Brian McKeiver is Co-Owner at BizStream, digital agency in Allendale, MI. At BizStream he is a solution architect, visionary, dual Microsoft Azure MVP (Azure AI and Azure PaaS), Kentico MVP, and Kontent.ai MVP. He has over 23 years of experience lead... Show more

In IT for over 25 years now, started as developer, switched to system/network admin and now automation consultant and MCT. Primarily working on Azure and Powershell, to help our customers automate their processes and focus on their core-business

In IT for over 25 years now, started as developer, switched to system/network admin and now automation consultant and MCT. Primarily working on Azure and Powershell, to help our customers automate their processes and focus on their core-business Show more

Kas has a heartfelt passion for Microsoft Cloud Solutions, bringing a decade of experience in the Microsoft Ecosystem, working closely with M365 and now Copilot solutions. Previously an official technical trainer for Office 365 technical support teams across Europe. This vast experience of Microsoft Cloud solutions enabled her to work with the largest Enterprises around the globe wanting to maximize their M365 investments. She is a proud working mum and is an advocate for women in tech.

Kas has a heartfelt passion for Microsoft Cloud Solutions, bringing a decade of experience in the Microsoft Ecosystem, working closely with M365 and now Copilot solutions. Previously an official technical trainer for Office 365 technical support tea... Show more

Luise is an Azure & Power Platform Architect based in Germany. She is an awarded Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) working with organizations that want to move beyond digital theatre. Her focus is on AI-enabled solutions that are designed to last in real-world environments. She helps teams build accessible apps, robust data models, and automation that respects governance, compliance, and human effort. A recurring theme in her work is making the invisible visible: unmeasured work, emotional load, operational friction, and the real cost of “quick wins”. Her motto "Changing the world one app at a time" stems from her extensive work with non-profit organizations.

Alongside client work, Luise writes and speaks about productivity myths, pseudo-agile practices, AI readiness, and why many digital initiatives fail long before technology becomes the problem. She is known for combining clear technical guidance with a sharp eye for organizational patterns; and for asking the uncomfortable questions others tend to avoid.

When not working and traveling, she is a runner, a mother of (teenage) dragons, a LEGO-builder and a lover of the number 42. Her favorite color is #ff69b4. 

Luise is an Azure & Power Platform Architect based in Germany. She is an awarded Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) working with organizations that want to move beyond digital theatre. Her focus is on AI-enabled solutions that are designed to... Show more

Former Data Insight Lead at Microsoft in the Netherlands. Founder of the Dutch Power BI User Group, organizer of the Power BI Summer School, data analytics consultant, trainer, and author of multiple books on Power BI, like 'Extreme DAX' published in January 2022, as well as the 'Introduction to Microsoft Fabric' and 'Mastering BI with DAX, Power BI and Excel' video courses for Microsoft Press and LinkedIn Learning.
I have a Master's degree in mathematics and a 30+ year career in the IT industry, in both technical and managerial roles. I have been awarded the Microsoft MVP award in the data platform category since 2019.

Former Data Insight Lead at Microsoft in the Netherlands. Founder of the Dutch Power BI User Group, organizer of the Power BI Summer School, data analytics consultant, trainer, and author of multiple books on Power BI, like 'Extreme DAX' published in... Show more

Ron Dagdag brings over 25 years of experience as a software artisan to his role as Research Engineering Manager at Thomson Reuters, where he leads teams to develop transformative AI solutions. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Ron is an active member of the tech community, recognized as a Microsoft MVP in AI, Mixed Reality, and IoT. Ron is an international speaker, sharing his knowledge at industry events, and remains an active maker and tinkerer with a passion for Augmented Intelligence.
🚀 Code > Create > Coach > Repeat.

Ron Dagdag brings over 25 years of experience as a software artisan to his role as Research Engineering Manager at Thomson Reuters, where he leads teams to develop transformative AI solutions. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Ron is ... Show more

Mg. Keyla Dolores Méndez es Arquitecta de Datos con más de diez años de experiencia en analítica, big data e inteligencia artificial. Es Magíster en Business Intelligence e Innovación Tecnológica por la Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (España) y cuenta con certificaciones en Microsoft Azure y Databricks. Actualmente lidera proyectos de modernización de arquitecturas de datos, optimización de procesos analíticos y adopción de entornos cloud en el sector financiero.
Reconocida como Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) en Data Platform y Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), destaca por su liderazgo y contribución a la comunidad tecnológica a través de la enseñanza, mentoría y divulgación. Participa como ponente en conferencias nacionales e internacionales, impulsando la transformación digital, la innovación y la cultura data-driven en organizaciones y espacios académicos.

Mg. Keyla Dolores Méndez es Arquitecta de Datos con más de diez años de experiencia en analítica, big data e inteligencia artificial. Es Magíster en Business Intelligence e Innovación Tecnológica por la Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (España) y... Show more

Jessica has been a Microsoft MVP for 12 years and a Progress Champion for two consecutive years. Her dedication to knowledge sharing and inclusive tech communities can be seen through her work organizing conferences (Swetugg in Stockholm & Gothenburg, .NET Castle Conference, and Azure Static Web App Day), speaking internationally, and co-hosting the Coding After Work podcast and streams.

She has a special talent for making complex topics accessible to audiences of all levels and works tirelessly as a mentor to build bridges in the developer community. Jessica proudly advocates for inclusivity and accessibility in tech spaces.

In her spare time, her creative spirit flourishes through Lego building, crochet, watercolor painting, and origami. She also enjoys driving her EV and is exploring her newest passion—gardening at her new home in the middle of nowhere.

Jessica has been a Microsoft MVP for 12 years and a Progress Champion for two consecutive years. Her dedication to knowledge sharing and inclusive tech communities can be seen through her work organizing conferences (Swetugg in Stockholm & Gothenburg... Show more

Ulrikke Akerbæk, Microsoft MVP since 2021, was named one of the top 50 women in tech in Norway in 2022. She is a leading expert in Power Pages, has 15 years of experience working in tech, and started her career as a SharePoint consultant. She now works as a Power Platform Practice Lead, advisor, architect, developer, and consultant at Itera Fredrikstad.

She is a #PowerAddict and an active contributor in the Power Platform community, peaking at events worldwide and helping others on their journey with the Power Platform. She has been leading the organizing committee for the Arctic Cloud Developer Challenge; a three-day hackathon in Oslo, a yearly event since 2011. She is one of the leaders in the Oslo Power Platform and Dynamics 365 User Groups and hosts "Portallunsj"; a Power Pages meetup, every quarter. Ulrikke also hosts the Power Platform BOOST Podcast with community champion, Nick Doelman, and is on the organising committee for Nordic Summit.

Ulrikke Akerbæk, Microsoft MVP since 2021, was named one of the top 50 women in tech in Norway in 2022. She is a leading expert in Power Pages, has 15 years of experience working in tech, and started her career as a SharePoint consultant. She now wor... Show more

Jimmy is the creator and maintainer of the popular OSS libraries AutoMapper and MediatR, and the originator of Vertical Slice Architecture. Jimmy is an independent software consultant based in Austin, TX. Jimmy has received the "Microsoft Most Valuable Professional" (MVP) award every year since 2009.

Jimmy is the creator and maintainer of the popular OSS libraries AutoMapper and MediatR, and the originator of Vertical Slice Architecture. Jimmy is an independent software consultant based in Austin, TX. Jimmy has received the "Microsoft Most Valuab... Show more

Vlad is a Microsoft 365 and Power Platform expert specializing in empowering organizations to securely and effectively integrate AI-powered tools, such as Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI Agents, into their digital workplaces. An IT professional at heart, Vlad excels at preparing, securing, and governing modern environments, enabling IT administrators and business users to automate processes, enhance productivity, and drive digital transformation with confidence.

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, author, and internationally recognized speaker, Vlad has trained millions of IT professionals globally through impactful workshops, engaging conference sessions, and accessible online resources. He has authored three books published by Apress and developed over 100 comprehensive courses on Pluralsight, covering Microsoft 365 administration, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Power Automate, and some of the most in-demand Microsoft certifications.

A Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) since 2013, Vlad regularly shares insights, best practices, and industry trends on his blog at VladTalksTech.com and YouTube channel at youtube.com/@VladTalksTech. Frequently featured as an expert contributor across leading industry platforms, Vlad has consistently been recognized among the "Top 25 SharePoint & Microsoft 365 Influencers," underscoring his significant impact within the global Microsoft community.

Vlad is a Microsoft 365 and Power Platform expert specializing in empowering organizations to securely and effectively integrate AI-powered tools, such as Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI Agents, into their digital workplaces. An IT professional at heart... Show more

Ben is a Microsoft MVP, MCT, and the owner and chief consultant at Intelligink, where he focuses on Microsoft 365 and Azure. He has worked with SharePoint for 15+ years and Microsoft 365 and Azure for 10+ years. Since starting his career with Microsoft cloud, he has done work for professional sports organizations, government organizations, and organizations ranging in size from as few as 25 employees up to organizations of several thousand employees spread around the globe.

Ben is also a co-host of the MS Cloud IT Pro Podcast - https://msclouditpro.com, where he discusses the latest technologies in the Microsoft Office 365 and Azure space from an IT Pro point of view. You can find him on Twitter- @benstegink, YouTue - https://www.youtube.com/@ben_stegink, and his blog - https://www.benstegink.com.

Ben is a Microsoft MVP, MCT, and the owner and chief consultant at Intelligink, where he focuses on Microsoft 365 and Azure. He has worked with SharePoint for 15+ years and Microsoft 365 and Azure for 10+ years. Since starting his career with Microso... Show more

Elkhan is a cloud architect, tech trainer, and mentor with experience in Microsoft Azure, AWS, IBM Cloud, and enterprise healthcare systems.
He is an active Microsoft MVP and MCT Regional Lead, a member of the Microsoft Tech Community, and an Azure SME (Architecture, DevOps, Security) - who is leading the cloud and infrastructure group at T-REX Solutions.

He is a community speaker and has volunteered for local and global events; Global Azure, Cloud Lunch and Learn, Azure Back to School, Azure Spring Clean, Festive Tech Calendar, Give Camps, Azure Data Fest, SQL Saturdays, Cyber Back to School, Come cloud with Us, and others.

Over the years, Elkhan proudly contributed to Microsoft Azure, Security, and HL7 FHIR communities to advance data interoperability, secure design, and help communities move forward.

Elkhan is a cloud architect, tech trainer, and mentor with experience in Microsoft Azure, AWS, IBM Cloud, and enterprise healthcare systems. He is an active Microsoft MVP and MCT Regional Lead, a member of the Microsoft Tech Community, and an Azure ... Show more

My name is Deepak Shrivastava. I am a Microsoft Business Applications MVP and a Senior Manager at EY.
I am a technology enthusiast and problem solver. I work/speak/blog/Vlog on Microsoft technology, including Office 365, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Teams Etc. I am helping global clients on Power Platform adoption and empowering them with Power Platform possibilities, capabilities, and easiness.
I am a leader of the Houston Power Platform User Group and Power Automate community superuser.
I love traveling , exploring new places, and meeting people from different cultures.

"Share Knowledge to empower others to achieve more."

My name is Deepak Shrivastava. I am a Microsoft Business Applications MVP and a Senior Manager at EY. I am a technology enthusiast and problem solver. I work/speak/blog/Vlog on Microsoft technology, including Office 365, Power Apps, Power Automate, ... Show more

As a Developer Advocate at Neo4j, I help developers harness the power of graph technology and AI. A Microsoft MVP and global speaker at events like TED, Microsoft Build, and WeAreDevelopers, I focus on making complex tech accessible through content, community, and hands-on support. My mission is to connect, empower, and inspire developers to build impactful solutions.

As a Developer Advocate at Neo4j, I help developers harness the power of graph technology and AI. A Microsoft MVP and global speaker at events like TED, Microsoft Build, and WeAreDevelopers, I focus on making complex tech accessible through content, ... Show more

Ahmad Najjar is a Managing Solution Architect based in Oslo, Norway, with over 20 years of experience in the technology field. He is a Microsoft FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect (FTRSA), MCT, and MVP and has worked extensively with a wide range of technologies, including C#, ASP.NET, SQL, and SharePoint. Ahmad has a proven track record of designing and implementing solutions across Microsoft’s key platforms—Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Azure, and Dynamics 365. His specialization in Power Automate, Power Apps, and AI Builder allows him to deliver tailored, innovative solutions.

Ahmad’s expertise spans multiple areas, including Information Architecture, Cloud Architecture, Solutions Architecture, Applications Architecture & Design, Database Design, and Integration Architecture. He has a deep understanding of designing scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing systems. His work frequently involves creating comprehensive architecture blueprints, defining technical standards, and solving complex problems across various domains.

Beyond his technical skills, Ahmad is a seasoned author and technical reviewer, contributing to several books in the industry. His leadership extends to organizing IT events, where he has spent over eight years fostering a vibrant tech community. For over a decade, he has been actively enabling and facilitating community-driven and technical initiatives, sharing his knowledge and helping upskill others in the field.

Ahmad's passion for technology and continuous learning drives him to stay at the forefront of emerging technologies. He aims to continue expanding his expertise, particularly in artificial intelligence and digital transformation.

Ahmad Najjar is a Managing Solution Architect based in Oslo, Norway, with over 20 years of experience in the technology field. He is a Microsoft FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect (FTRSA), MCT, and MVP and has worked extensively with a wide rang... Show more

Brian is a Microsoft Azure MVP, speaker, author, trainer, and .NET developer with deep expertise across cloud and application development. He holds MCSA: Web App Certification, MCSD: App Builder, and twelve Azure certifications, including Developer, Administrator, DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect, Data Administrator, Security Engineer, AI Engineer, and Cosmos DB — along with multiple Fundamentals certifications. Since 2019, he has also been a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT).

Brian earned a Master of Science in Computer Information Systems and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. He brings over 15 years of experience teaching computer science, SQL databases, object-oriented programming (C#, VB.NET, Java), and Microsoft Office in online university settings.

As an educator and creator, Brian has developed numerous online training courses available across multiple platforms and has authored several books with APress, including Practical Entity Framework and Practical Entity Framework Core 6, Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure Certification Companion: Hands-on Preparation and Practice for Exam AZ-204, and is scheduled to publish the third edition of Practical Entity Framework in November along with .NET/EF 10

Brian is a Microsoft Azure MVP, speaker, author, trainer, and .NET developer with deep expertise across cloud and application development. He holds MCSA: Web App Certification, MCSD: App Builder, and twelve Azure certifications, including Developer, ... Show more

Arquitecto de soluciones de Power platform con 4 años de experiencia haciendo desarrollos en Power Platform

Arquitecto de soluciones de Power platform con 4 años de experiencia haciendo desarrollos en Power Platform Show more

Andrew is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Docker Captain who helps organise Data Ceili and EightKB.

He is interested in all things database/kubernetes/container related and shares his passion for these topics by speaking at events across the world.

Originally from Wales but now exploring Ireland.

You can find him on Bluesky @dbafromthecold.com and blogging at dbafromthecold.com

Andrew is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Docker Captain who helps organise Data Ceili and EightKB. He is interested in all things database/kubernetes/container related and shares his passion for these topics by speaking at events across the wor... Show more

Meet Rajaniesh Kaushikk – a Microsoft MVP and TOGAF Certified Enterprise Architect with over 22 years of experience in delivering complex software architectures for Fortune 500 companies. Rajaniesh specializes in data integration, governance, and analysis, with a proven track record in defining technical architectures, designing analytic solutions, and developing agile frameworks. His expertise spans Hybrid Cloud, Azure Cloud, Power BI, Kubernetes, Databricks Lakehouse, Snowflake, and more, making him a trusted partner in solving intricate business challenges and driving market growth.

As a hands-on technical architect, Microsoft Certified Solution Architect, and Databricks Champion, Rajaniesh excels in translating complex concepts into actionable strategies, whether through pre-sales technical presentations or public speaking at Microsoft events. A Microsoft Certified Trainer, he is committed to sharing his knowledge and staying at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring scalable and innovative solutions for modern software architecture needs.

Meet Rajaniesh Kaushikk – a Microsoft MVP and TOGAF Certified Enterprise Architect with over 22 years of experience in delivering complex software architectures for Fortune 500 companies. Rajaniesh specializes in data integration, governance, and ana... Show more

For the past decade, Sebastian has been a member of the ISV Solutions team at proMX AG. During this time, proMX’s project and resource management tool, proRM Fast Start, has won numerous awards. Sebastian was one of proMX’s liaisons to Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Project Operations development team, thus gaining exceptionally thorough knowledge of the product almost since its first release. He has proven his Power Platform expertise in several successful implementation projects for proMX's international customers.

In addition to his technical leadership, Sebastian now also orchestrates proMX’s AI and Innovation investments, identifying emerging technologies and turning them into real-world solutions for business impact. His unique blend of hands-on product experience and strategic foresight makes him a sought-after speaker at industry events.

For the past decade, Sebastian has been a member of the ISV Solutions team at proMX AG. During this time, proMX’s project and resource management tool, proRM Fast Start, has won numerous awards. Sebastian was one of proMX’s liaisons to Microsoft’s Dy... Show more