A developer, business owner, consultant, cloud architect, Microsoft Azure MVP and an online instructor, Mike Benkovich is an alumni of Microsoft from 2004 to 2012 where he helped build developer communities across the US, thru work on Microsoft Across America, MSDN Events, MSDN Webcasts, DPE and Channel 9. He's helped to create and grow developer conferences and user groups in various cities across the US. While at Microsoft he helped create the Azure Boot Camp events that were run in cities across the US and at PDC and TechEd before it was transferred to the community. In 2009 he started a Toastmaster club for Geeks called TechMasters in Minneapolis where we still grow speakers for Conferences. He's a LinkedIn Learning Instructor for Azure, have developed many online courses. Mike actively works in Azure Cloud Governance, DevOps, Application Architecture and Software Delivery consulting.

A developer, business owner, consultant, cloud architect, Microsoft Azure MVP and an online instructor, Mike Benkovich is an alumni of Microsoft from 2004 to 2012 where he helped build developer communities across the US, thru work on Microsoft Acros... Show more

Feridun Kadir is a Power Platform and Dynamics 365/CRM freelance consultant and trainer. He graduated in Electronic Engineering from York University, England in 1984. He started his career in IT training (he has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 1999) delivering courses in Windows Server 2000, Active Directory and SQL Server admin. In 2005, he crossed over into the Microsoft Dynamics CRM world starting with version 1.2.

Since then Feridun has built up extensive Microsoft Dynamics 365/CRM and Power Platform experience which includes delivering training, consulting, customization, support and speaking at community events. He is an active member of the UK Dynamics 365 and Power Platform User Group (https://www.d365ppug.com/) where is a member of the organizing committee.

He has worked on Microsoft courseware and exam development and has delivered Train-the-Trainer courses to Dynamics professionals interested in becoming Microsoft Certified Trainers.

Feridun has received the Most Valuable Professional award from Microsoft every year since 2011 for his contributions to the community.

Feridun Kadir is a Power Platform and Dynamics 365/CRM freelance consultant and trainer. He graduated in Electronic Engineering from York University, England in 1984. He started his career in IT training (he has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer sin... Show more

James Bartlett is a Principal Consultant at P3 Adaptive, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, and co-host of "The Drill Down with Ahmad and James," which is a bi-weekly interactive video livestream on LinkedIn that focuses on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. James is also a co-organizer of the Iowa Power BI User Group and the Higher Education Power BI User Group, and he has given presentations at conferences and user groups all over the world, with his most notable recent appearances being at Data Point Prague, FabCon Europe in Stockholm, and RADACAD's Power BI and Fabric Global Summit. In his free time, James likes to write and contribute to open-source software, play the guitar, produce electronic music, post articles on his blog at DataVolume.xyz, and volunteer with a nonprofit organization called Tech Journey, whose mission is "to inspire youth to increase their knowledge and interest in technology by providing engaging learning opportunities led by technology professionals."

James Bartlett is a Principal Consultant at P3 Adaptive, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, and co-host of "The Drill Down with Ahmad and James," which is a bi-weekly interactive video livestream on LinkedIn that focuses on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.... Show more

Cecilia Wirén senior developer at Active Solution with over two decades of experience in the world of Microsoft development. Her accomplishments have been recognized multiple times with the Microsoft MVP award. Cecilia is often invited to share her insights at conferences and user group meetings.

During Cecilia's journey she has specialized in several areas, including Security and DevOps. Now, the field of artificial intelligence has become her new favorite topic.

Cecilia Wirén senior developer at Active Solution with over two decades of experience in the world of Microsoft development. Her accomplishments have been recognized multiple times with the Microsoft MVP award. Cecilia is often invited to share her i... Show more

Hugo is the world's laziest developer. He will always look for the easiest way to solve a problem.

He is also a member of the Microsoft 365 Patterns and Practices (PnP) team.

As a Microsoft MVP and former McKinsey & Company consultant, Hugo combines his love of technology and his management consulting experience to help organizations solve business problems quickly using enabling Microsoft technologies.

Hugo worked in Canada, the United States, Germany, Finland, Singapore, Hungary, France, and the United Kingdom, where he consumed vast amounts of coffee.

Hugo is the world's laziest developer. He will always look for the easiest way to solve a problem. He is also a member of the Microsoft 365 Patterns and Practices (PnP) team. As a Microsoft MVP and former McKinsey & Company consultant, Hugo c... Show more

Working as a solution provider and advisor focused on innovation, collaboration, and productivity for more than 18 years, developing solutions primarily to bring innovation through technology for all kinds and sizes of companies and projects around the globe.

Has been awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional Office Apps and Services, Business Applications and Copilot Studio titles in 2017, and has been renewing since then.

Currently has a CTO position at a Data & AI leading company in Brazil, supporting AI product initiatives and driving the technology motion for the company.

Within the community, leads the Power Platform and SharePoint communities in Brazil and Europe, organizing and speaking at events around the world. Held a YouTube channel and a podcast called Romão's Cast together with his brother Renato Romão (also an MVP).

Working as a solution provider and advisor focused on innovation, collaboration, and productivity for more than 18 years, developing solutions primarily to bring innovation through technology for all kinds and sizes of companies and projects around t... Show more

As a Microsoft MVP for Azure, Thomas Tomow actively contributes to the community and is passionate about modern cloud technologies. He hosts Azure Meetups in Konstanz and Stuttgart, Germany. He is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Xebia MS Germany, where he leverages his expertise in Cloud Development, AI, and many other bleeding-edge technologies. Thomas practices karate to maintain balance in his free time and is always eager to share his knowledge and experience with like-minded individuals.

As a Microsoft MVP for Azure, Thomas Tomow actively contributes to the community and is passionate about modern cloud technologies. He hosts Azure Meetups in Konstanz and Stuttgart, Germany. He is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Chief Operatio... Show more

Nikki Chapple is a Principal Cloud Architect at CloudWay, specialising in Microsoft 365 data security, governance, and compliance. With over 35 years of experience in IT and business, she helps organisations with risk-based digital transformations. As a dual Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 and Security, Nikki is recognised for her expertise in these fields.
She is an international speaker and blogger, co-hosting the "All Things Compliance Podcast" and co-authoring "The Microsoft 365 Maturity Model – Governance, Risk, and Compliance Competency." In 2023, she was honoured with the UK Community Award for Security and Compliance Evangelist.
Nikki holds several key certifications, including Microsoft Certified Enterprise Administrator Expert, TOGAF Enterprise Architect, and PROSCI Organizational Change Manager. She believes that "Microsoft 365 governance and compliance is not a project but a lifestyle that should be part of the organisation’s culture.

Nikki Chapple is a Principal Cloud Architect at CloudWay, specialising in Microsoft 365 data security, governance, and compliance. With over 35 years of experience in IT and business, she helps organisations with risk-based digital transformations. A... Show more

All my career, I've been working in the data field. Initially, I started my data journey with Excel and later transitioned to Tableau and, after a few years, to Power BI, which I've used almost since its creation.
But that's not all — I've also been sharing my data love with others, teaching them how to use these awesome tools during trainings and conferences. While doing this, I was accepted into the Microsoft MVP program (year 2024).
I'm super passionate about data, and nothing makes me happier than passing on my knowledge to kindred spirits so that they can rock the data world, too!

All my career, I've been working in the data field. Initially, I started my data journey with Excel and later transitioned to Tableau and, after a few years, to Power BI, which I've used almost since its creation. But that's not all — I've also bee... Show more

Rachel is a 2x Microsoft MVP for .NET and Web Development; she is also a 6x Umbraco MVP. Rachel has been a developer for over 25 years, working in the Microsoft .Net stack. She is passionate about accessibility, supporting and encouraging future developers, and in her spare time, she enjoys scuba diving. She also drinks copious amounts of tea.

Rachel is a 2x Microsoft MVP for .NET and Web Development; she is also a 6x Umbraco MVP. Rachel has been a developer for over 25 years, working in the Microsoft .Net stack. She is passionate about accessibility, supporting and encouraging future dev... Show more

Markus Lintuala is a seasoned technical solution expert with over a decade of experience in the IT and cloud industries. He specializes in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, with a strong focus on modern security practices and cloud-native solutions. Recognized as a Microsoft Security MVP, Markus is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure, scalable, and efficient environments.

In the past seven years, Markus has concentrated on security-driven projects, ranging from implementing Zero Trust architectures to modernizing identity and access management. His earlier career includes roles in enterprise and solution architecture, as well as server and end-device management for high-profile organizations. He has also led numerous service and concept development initiatives, bridging the gap between technology and process innovation.

A natural educator and communicator, Markus has trained professionals, delivering engaging sessions in public and private webinars, conferences, and training courses. Whether it’s a concise 30-minute talk or an in-depth five-day workshop, Markus has a proven ability to captivate audiences and make complex topics approachable and actionable.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Markus is an advocate for continuous learning, automation, and mentoring the next generation of IT professionals. With a combination of deep technical expertise, real-world experience, and an engaging presentation style, Markus inspires his audiences to embrace innovation and excel in their fields.

Markus Lintuala is a seasoned technical solution expert with over a decade of experience in the IT and cloud industries. He specializes in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, with a strong focus on modern security practices and cloud-native solutions.... Show more

Jon is a Principal Consultant at Inspari, working with Solution Architecture and delivering Microsoft Fabric, Power BI & Power Platform solutions. He is passionate about Low-code development, and a huge believer in putting data analytics into the hands of the business user.

Jon is a Principal Consultant at Inspari, working with Solution Architecture and delivering Microsoft Fabric, Power BI & Power Platform solutions. He is passionate about Low-code development, and a huge believer in putting data analytics into the han... Show more

Prashant G Bhoyar is a Microsoft AI & Business Applications MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). Currently, he works as an AI architect in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer at Applied Information Sciences (www.ais.com). Prashant is a leading AI Architect and trusted advisor specializing in Azure OpenAI, Conversational AI, Applied AI, AI Agents, Intelligent Business Process Automation, Azure AI, Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot Studio, and Microsoft 365. He co-authored "PowerShell for Office 365" and was the technical reviewer for "Pro SharePoint 2013 Administration." Prashant is on the leadership committee for AI Fest, AI & ML User Group, Northern Virginia Data Platform User Group, and DC Metro Microsoft 365 User Group. As a renowned international speaker, he frequently presents at technical conferences. Additionally, Prashant was awarded the "Antarctic Service Medal of the United States of America" for his outstanding service in Antarctica.

Microsoft MVP Profile Link : https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5002595?fullName=Prashant%20G%20Bhoyar

Prashant G Bhoyar is a Microsoft AI & Business Applications MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). Currently, he works as an AI architect in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer at Applied Information Sciences (www.ais.com). Prashant is a l... Show more

Stefano Demiliani is a Microsoft MVP for Business Applications and for Azure, MCT Regional Lead for Italy, Azure Certified Solution Architect and DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) and a long-time expert on different Microsoft technologies. He has a master's degree in computer engineering from Politecnico of Turin. He works as a CTO for EID - Part of Lodestar spa (Microsoft Partner in Italy) and he's frequently involved on helping customers on moving their business to the Azure cloud.

He has worked with Packt Publishing for many successful IT books related to Dynamics NAV, Dynamics 365 Business Central, Azure DevOps, Azure solution development and Power Platform. He's the author of the first Dynamics 365 Business Central Development guide. He's an administrators of the official Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central support forum and one of the main contributors (awarded as MS Dynamics Community Star from Microsoft). He’s a Microsoft Community Champion for Azure.
He's the winner of the global "Tech Start of the Year" Digital Revolution Award 2023 (the "Tech Star of the Year" award recognizes outstanding contributions to the cloud industry by individuals working at any level within an organization).

Stefano Demiliani is a Microsoft MVP for Business Applications and for Azure, MCT Regional Lead for Italy, Azure Certified Solution Architect and DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) and a long-time expert on different Micro... Show more

Daniel is a seasoned Solution Architect and a coder at heart, bringing broad expertise in cloud application and system integration on Azure. He specializes in cloud-first architecture and applying AI innovations to build scalable, efficient, and resilient solutions.

Driven by a passion for mentoring and community, Daniel actively shares knowledge and collaborates with developers from diverse cultural backgrounds. He enjoys turning ideas into practical solutions that foster innovation and create real-world impact. At the core of his work is a commitment to learning, collaboration, and making a positive difference through technology.

Beyond his professional role, Daniel volunteers as a FIRST LEGO League coach, helping students build LEGO robots and learn Python. He is particularly interested in how robotics and AI can be used in education to inspire creativity and equip the next generation with strong problem-solving skills.

Daniel is a seasoned Solution Architect and a coder at heart, bringing broad expertise in cloud application and system integration on Azure. He specializes in cloud-first architecture and applying AI innovations to build scalable, efficient, and resi... Show more

Craig Forshaw is a Cloud and IaC solution architect working at Atea. He is a Microsoft MVP in cloud security and holds certifications Microsoft certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect and Identity and access administrator. Craig is also a founding member and organiser of the Microsoft Security User Group community. He is an active speaker and has 18+ years of experience inside IT infrastructure, cloud security , DevOps & IaC.

Craig Forshaw is a Cloud and IaC solution architect working at Atea. He is a Microsoft MVP in cloud security and holds certifications Microsoft certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect and Identity and access admi... Show more

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🚀 Welcome to my profile!

I'm Patricia Rodríguez Vaquero 😊, a certified Azure Data Engineer 💻☁️. With 5 years of experience in Microsoft Azure services (Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse Analytics, ADF, Azure Databricks, Python, T-SQL, Spark, etc), I bring passion, dedication, and a drive to master Microsoft technologies.

Beyond work, I consider myself honest, perseverant, curious, and a committed lifelong learner💡.
I’m an animal and nature lover 🐾🌿, an avid traveler ✈️, and an active participant in community events 🤝.

💬 Hablo español
💬 I speak English
💬 Parlo italiano

✨ ATTITUDE IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS! ✨

📩 Want to connect? Reach me at: pati.rvaquero@gmail.com

🚀 Welcome to my profile! I'm Patricia Rodríguez Vaquero 😊, a certified Azure Data Engineer 💻☁️. With 5 years of experience in Microsoft Azure services (Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse Analytics, ADF, Azure Databricks, Python, T-SQL, Spark, etc... Show more

Joe Guadagno has been writing software for over 30 years, has been an active member of the .NET community, formerly serving on the .NET Foundation Board of Directors, as President, and has been a Microsoft MVP in .NET for more than 15 years. He has spoken through the United States and international events on topics ranging from Microsoft .NET, Microsoft Azure, Ionic, Bootstrap, and many others. You can see the complete list at https://www.josephguadagno.net/presentations. When not sitting at a computer, Joe loves to hang out with his family and play games. When not playing games with the family, Joe is checking out the latest in Home Automation. You can connect with Joe on Bluesky at @jguadagno.com, Facebook at JosephGuadagnoNet, and on his blog at https://www.josephguadagno.net

Joe Guadagno has been writing software for over 30 years, has been an active member of the .NET community, formerly serving on the .NET Foundation Board of Directors, as President, and has been a Microsoft MVP in .NET for more than 15 years. He has s... Show more

Ruben is a distinguished leader in the world of Data Analytics and AI, currently holding the position of Global Lead of Data Analytics and AI at Avolta HQ (DUFRY,Autogrill, Hudson & HMS Host) in Switzerland. As the Global Data Lead Architect, he plays a pivotal role in shaping data strategies for this global organization. With a strong commitment to knowledge sharing, Ruben is an active member of the PASS Spanish Group and has taken the initiative to found SQLSaturday events in both Madrid and Barcelona, as well as Power BI Days Spain.
Ruben's expertise is widely recognized, as evidenced by his Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) and Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) credentials in SQL Server. His remarkable contributions to the field have earned him the prestigious Microsoft MVP Data Platform award for 10 years in a row.
Ruben regularly takes the stage at SQLSaturday and PowerPlatform events, captivating audiences with his insights and expertise. Events such as the SQL Server 2008 R2 and 2014 Spanish launch event, Power BI Days, Power BI Virtual Conf, PASS BA Chicago, TugaIT, .NetCoreConf, European SharePoint Summit, TechNet Webcasts, Microsoft Partner Program, and SolidQ Summit.

Ruben is a distinguished leader in the world of Data Analytics and AI, currently holding the position of Global Lead of Data Analytics and AI at Avolta HQ (DUFRY,Autogrill, Hudson & HMS Host) in Switzerland. As the Global Data Lead Architect, he play... Show more

With more than 2 decades of customer experience, a long history in Microsoft products, Michael is a Cloud Architect who enjoys sharing his experience with the community and help the community grow.
During the last years, Michael was working with customers in Microsoft Teams topics, Microsoft 365 implementations overall and since 2022 he's also working with his customers in different Microsoft Viva projects.
Since more than seven years Michael has its own company, working with the focus on Microsoft topics, Change-Management and Project-Management. He's also a Microsoft MVP for Microsoft 365 Apps and Services since 2021.

With more than 2 decades of customer experience, a long history in Microsoft products, Michael is a Cloud Architect who enjoys sharing his experience with the community and help the community grow. During the last years, Michael was working with cus... Show more

I love learning new things and solving old problems. I started my days as an admin back in 1990 and have had many roles since. I became a full time Microsoft Certified Trainer in 1999. Today I work as an independent consultant specializing in Microsoft 365 productivity.
I produce a bi-weekly podcast in Swedish called Office 365-podden.

I love learning new things and solving old problems. I started my days as an admin back in 1990 and have had many roles since. I became a full time Microsoft Certified Trainer in 1999. Today I work as an independent consultant specializing in Microso... Show more

Johan Persson has worked as a consultant for more than 20 years and is at the moment employed as a Senior Technical Specialist at Engage Group. He is co-hosting three Swedish podcasts: ”En Liten Podd om IT”, "Dynamicspodden" and ”The Nerd Herd”. His main area of expertise is infrastructure but also works a lot with Microsoft Dynamics.

Johan Persson has worked as a consultant for more than 20 years and is at the moment employed as a Senior Technical Specialist at Engage Group. He is co-hosting three Swedish podcasts: ”En Liten Podd om IT”, "Dynamicspodden" and ”The Nerd Herd”. His ... Show more

I'm making music from the data! Power BI and Microsoft Fabric addict, Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Pluralsight Author, O'Reilly Instructor, blogger, speaker...Interested in everything related to data - always eager to extract valuable info from raw data in the most effective way. Multi-year experience working with (predominantly) Microsoft Data Platform (SQL Server, SSAS, SSIS, SSRS, and Power BI). Father of 2 and true football (and Barca) fan!

I'm making music from the data! Power BI and Microsoft Fabric addict, Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Pluralsight Author, O'Reilly Instructor, blogger, speaker...Interested in everything related to data - always eager to extract valuable info from raw d... Show more

IT Pro working at Point Taken AS. My primary focus is Microsoft Security and IAM. I do migration projects, implementation of new services as well of supporting your organization with best practises within Information Security. I have more than 15 years experience in IT, ranging from support, operations, team management, project management and consulting serivces. I also do publick speaking and blogging.

IT Pro working at Point Taken AS. My primary focus is Microsoft Security and IAM. I do migration projects, implementation of new services as well of supporting your organization with best practises within Information Security. I have more than 15 yea... Show more

Marco Minerva has been using .NET since its first introduction. Today he proudly lives in Taggia, Italy, works as a freelance consultant and is involved in designing and developing solutions for the Microsoft ecosystem. His greatest expertise is backend development as a software architect. He holds training courses. He is a speaker at technical events, writes books and articles about developing and regularly makes live streaming about coding on Twitch. He is a Microsoft MVP since 2013.

Marco Minerva has been using .NET since its first introduction. Today he proudly lives in Taggia, Italy, works as a freelance consultant and is involved in designing and developing solutions for the Microsoft ecosystem. His greatest expertise is back... Show more

James McGillivray, Data Management and Analytics MCSE, has been working in Business Intelligence for over a decade. He spends his working hours building solutions that allow people to make informed decisions. quickly and accurately. He is a Director at South African Data Consultancy, Cobalt Analytics.

Before his career in data, James was an avid musical theatre student and musician. This love for performance has developed into a passion for developing and delivering presentations that are informative and enjoyable. James speaks frequently at Data Community Events, and has presented at some of the most well-known Data Events around the globe, including PASS Summit, SQL Bits and the Power BI World Tour.

James McGillivray, Data Management and Analytics MCSE, has been working in Business Intelligence for over a decade. He spends his working hours building solutions that allow people to make informed decisions. quickly and accurately. He is a Director ... Show more

Hugo is a Cloud Solutions Architect and Microsoft Azure enthusiast, specialized in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Stack, and design and develop Cloud solutions.
He works as an independent contractor, helping customers to migrate existing applications to Azure and deliver Azure cloud-based solutions to enable digital transformation.
Also, he is a tech community contributor and public speaker in local tech communities and conferences.
Hugo is a passionate person for technology, innovation, and new challenges.

Hugo is a Cloud Solutions Architect and Microsoft Azure enthusiast, specialized in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Stack, and design and develop Cloud solutions. He works as an independent contractor, helping customers to migrate existing applications t... Show more

Stas Lebedenko is a full-stack cloud architect and platform engineer at Solidify AB. He is also a co-organizer of the Odesa Microsoft. NET User Group, a speaker and author, and an active member of the international and Ukraine .NET/Azure/Operations communities. He has been building and designing software for the last twenty years and has been the Microsoft Azure Most Valuable Professional since 2020.

Stas Lebedenko is a full-stack cloud architect and platform engineer at Solidify AB. He is also a co-organizer of the Odesa Microsoft. NET User Group, a speaker and author, and an active member of the international and Ukraine .NET/Azure/Operations c... Show more

Renato Fajdiga, a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics NAV/365 Business Central consultant and blogger, currently leads the Business Applications team, overseeing F&O, BC, and other applications. An MVP and MCT since 2018, he specializes in Business Applications, particularly Dynamics 365 Business Central and Power Platform. He thrives on learning new technologies and concepts that enhance customer processes. Occasionally, he delves into coding, but his primary motivation is resolving community-posted issues with Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Renato Fajdiga, a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics NAV/365 Business Central consultant and blogger, currently leads the Business Applications team, overseeing F&O, BC, and other applications. An MVP and MCT since 2018, he specializes in Business Applicati... Show more