Microsoft MVPs

Microsoft MVPs

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

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Guy Leech

Guy Leech

Guy is a freelance consultant, speaker and developer, a passionate PowerShell scripter, a current Microsoft MVP (Cloud and Datacenter Management (there is no longer a PowerShell category)), Citrix Technology Professional (CTP), a VMware vExpert and a Parallels VIPP and a veteran of 25+ years in the Citrix, Microsoft and VMware End User Computing (EUC) space; presenting at conferences, publishing a multitude of useful scripts on GitHub and sharing useful EUC technical titbits almost daily on Twitter. He specializes in troubleshooting and automation for both end customers and software vendors.
Guy was the inventor and initially the sole developer of the security product that went on to become AppSense Application Manager and thence Ivanti Application Control.

Guy is a freelance consultant, speaker and developer, a passionate PowerShell scripter, a current Microsoft MVP (Cloud and Datacenter Management (there is no longer a PowerShell category)), Citrix Technology Professional (CTP), a VMware vExpert and a... Show more

Angela Henry

Angela Henry

Angela is a Senior Architect, living in High Point, NC and loves what she does. She's worked with all versions of SQL Server & worn all the hats that come with dealing with SQL Server throughout the years: developer, administrator, data architect and BI developer. She has her MSCE in Data and Analytics (f.k.a., Business Intelligence), is a Data Platform MVP, and a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). She is the former chapter leader for the PASS Triad SQL User Group in Greensboro, NC. In her spare time you can probably find her in or at the pool, she's an avid US Masters Swimmer, Coach and Instructor.

Angela is a Senior Architect, living in High Point, NC and loves what she does. She's worked with all versions of SQL Server & worn all the hats that come with dealing with SQL Server throughout the years: developer, administrator, data architect and... Show more

Jeremy Sinclair

Jeremy Sinclair

Jeremy works as a Software and Application Security Architect at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP who specializes in enterprise .NET Development and DevOps. His technology stack includes Azure, Azure DevOps, Power Platform, ASP.NET Core, SharePoint, and PowerShell. He also serves as a member of the .NET Foundation and is both a Windows Development MVP and Windows Insider MVP.

Previously known as a Recognized Developer/Forum Moderator on XDA Developers through his efforts in the Windows Phone homebrew community, he now devotes time towards evangelizing Windows on ARM and is a moderator for r/SurfaceProX on Reddit. Jeremy finds joy introducing others to products and services he's interested in and generally pushes to hype others up on Twitter.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, listening to music, and finding the next random thing to develop.

Jeremy works as a Software and Application Security Architect at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP who specializes in enterprise .NET Development and DevOps. His technology stack includes Azure, Azure DevOps, Power Platform, ASP.NET Core, SharePoin... Show more

Wesley Haakman

Wesley Haakman

Wesley is a Microsoft Azure MVP and is working as a Principal Azure Architect at Intercept. His day to day activities include designing, implementing and optimizing Azure solutions, focused on Cloud Native (Kubernetes) and platform engineering. When he’s not working on a project, he’s giving a workshop, training or test-driving new Azure features. As a big advocate of Cloud Native, Infrastructure as Code and DevOps you will probably hear him talking about any of these subjects at least a few times a day (or hour). If you want to talk Azure, get in touch!

Wesley is a Microsoft Azure MVP and is working as a Principal Azure Architect at Intercept. His day to day activities include designing, implementing and optimizing Azure solutions, focused on Cloud Native (Kubernetes) and platform engineering. When ... Show more

Megan V. Walker

Megan V. Walker

Megan Walker is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP and a Power Platform consultant with experience in web design, social media and marketing. She's a passionate blogger, writing about tips, tricks and ideas for non developer geeks.

Megan Walker is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP and a Power Platform consultant with experience in web design, social media and marketing. She's a passionate blogger, writing about tips, tricks and ideas for non developer geeks. Show more

Javier Sanchez Rivero

Javier Sanchez Rivero

Ingeniero electrónico convertido en experto en datos con más de 6 años de experiencia, Microsoft 𝗠𝗩𝗣 𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 y 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 como Analista de Datos en Microsoft Power BI y en Microsoft Azure, además de especializarme en soluciones analíticas a nivel empresarial utilizando estas tecnologías.

𝗠𝗮́𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴í𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁, fusiono mi formación técnica con un profundo conocimiento del mundo de los datos. No sólo soy un apasionado de la tecnología, sino también 𝗰𝗼-𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗴𝗿𝘂𝗽𝗼 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗘𝘂𝘀𝗸𝗮𝗱𝗶 y un 𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗱𝗼 𝗱𝗲 𝗹𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱. Mis contribuciones como ponente y autor del blog losdatoscomoherramienta.blogspot.com reflejan mi dedicación al fascinante mundo de los datos.

En resumen, transformo mi trabajo en mi pasión, y estoy aquí para demostrar que los datos no solo son una herramienta, ¡sino una fuente de inspiración y creatividad! ¡𝗔𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮́ñ𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗲𝗻 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗮𝗷𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲́𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼 𝗱𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗼𝘀!

Ingeniero electrónico convertido en experto en datos con más de 6 años de experiencia, Microsoft 𝗠𝗩𝗣 𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 y 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 como Analista de Datos en Microsoft Power BI y en Microsof... Show more

Björn Zahnow

Björn Zahnow

In 2011 I started my journey in the Microsoft world with good old Navision. In the meantime, I have been working with the Sales solution for several years and try to make my life there as easy as possible when it comes to managing and deploying solutions.

In 2011 I started my journey in the Microsoft world with good old Navision. In the meantime, I have been working with the Sales solution for several years and try to make my life there as easy as possible when it comes to managing and deploying solut... Show more

Michael Kaufmann

Michael Kaufmann

Michael Kaufmann is a Microsoft MVP and Regional Director and the CEO of Xpirit Germany. Mike has been working as a .net developer and architect for more than 20 years. In addition to implementing agile techniques (like scrum), ALM and DevOps practices, he is an Azure architect and a Clean Code addict. He shares his knowledge in books, trainings, his blog, articles and as a speaker and keynote speaker at international conferences.

Michael Kaufmann is a Microsoft MVP and Regional Director and the CEO of Xpirit Germany. Mike has been working as a .net developer and architect for more than 20 years. In addition to implementing agile techniques (like scrum), ALM and DevOps practic... Show more

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

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

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

Dhruvin Shah

Dhruvin Shah

I have hands on experience on different Microsoft Technologies – Power Platforms (Power BI, Microsoft Flow and PowerApps). Apart from Power Platforms, I worked on SharePoint Online and different Office 365 components like MS Teams. I also worked on MS BI (SSAS, SSRS and SSIS). Currently, my main focus is only in Power Platform, where I’m focusing more on Power BI, PowerApps and MS Flow. I always keep eye on new features launched in the Power Platform to serve my client better.

Power BI – Specifically within the Power BI, I have hands on experience to handle 15+ Power BI initiative for different clients. I have explored almost every element of Power BI like – Report Development, Visualization, Custom Visual Development, ETL Tool Development, Power BI Embedded, Power BI Report Server, PBIRS Migration and DAX Preparation.

PowerApps – I worked with Canvas App development in PowerApps, where we have consumed data from SQL and SharePoint. The App has Form development, Custom Grid development and Automation functionality by triggering Actions from the MS Flow.

MS Flow – Based on client’s requirement, I have developed the MS Flow as a part of Automation from PowerApps and SharePoint Online

MS BI – For So many initiatives, I build SSIS packages to migrate the data. I also have hands on experience to build SSAS cube from the data warehouse.

I am constantly three times C# Corner MVP. I have written around 100+ Articles and 15+ Blogs on Power BI, PowerApps, MS Flow and SharePoint. Visit my C# Corner Profile -
https://www.c-sharpcorner.com/members/dhruvin-shah2

I am Active and Passionate YouTuber having 225 videos covering different Office 365 content, Power BI Tips and Tricks, SharePoint informative videos and much more. I always believe in “Sharing is Caring” and whatever I learn during my professional career, I love to share with the audience, so that they can learn the same thing easily. Visit my YouTube Profile - https://www.youtube.com/user/dhruvin953798

I have hands on experience on different Microsoft Technologies – Power Platforms (Power BI, Microsoft Flow and PowerApps). Apart from Power Platforms, I worked on SharePoint Online and different Office 365 components like MS Teams. I also worked on M... Show more

Matt Beard

Matt Beard

Matt is a full time, full stack developer with the Microsoft stack but has found a love in particular with the Microsoft Business Applications Stack.

Matt attending events for years and finally plucked up the courage to talk a few years ago and has never looked back and enjoys sharing his findings and provoking discussion within a room in order to bring the best out of everyone.

Matt has a published Power Automate connector and is always trying to be at the cutting edge of the technology and was also one of the first to have a PCF control validated by Microsoft and authorised for sale in AppSource.

Matt is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP.

Matt is a full time, full stack developer with the Microsoft stack but has found a love in particular with the Microsoft Business Applications Stack. Matt attending events for years and finally plucked up the courage to talk a few years ago and ha... Show more

Rachel Sullivan

Rachel Sullivan

I started out on a help desk over 20 years ago while still in high school. I've now worked my way up to Manager of IT System Administration at Mastercam and Microsoft MVP.

These days I work supporting and building solutions in Microsoft 365. It's amazing to see how you can utilize all of the tools within M365 to streamline business processes. I love showing others what can be accomplished with M365, it's one of the favorite parts of my job!

I started out on a help desk over 20 years ago while still in high school. I've now worked my way up to Manager of IT System Administration at Mastercam and Microsoft MVP. These days I work supporting and building solutions in Microsoft 365. It's... Show more

Marcelo Paiva

Marcelo Paiva

Entusiasta de novas tecnologias e comunidades, Microsoft MVP, AWS Community Builder. Tecnólogo em processamento de dados, desenvolve soluções de controle de acesso e biometria por Softprime Soluções. Atualmente desenvolve projetos com Internet das Coisas e Inteligência Artificial

Entusiasta de novas tecnologias e comunidades, Microsoft MVP, AWS Community Builder. Tecnólogo em processamento de dados, desenvolve soluções de controle de acesso e biometria por Softprime Soluções. Atualmente desenvolve projetos com Internet das Co... Show more

Maarten Eekels

Maarten Eekels

Maarten Eekels (@maarteneekels) is Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Regional Director, and CTO of Rapid Circle, one of the larger Microsoft Cloud implementation partners in the Netherlands. Maarten is an experienced Microsoft Cloud and Security advocate and already since 2003 he is involved in implementing Microsoft technologies. Besides that, Maarten is mentoring start-ups and helping founders and leaders break through glass ceilings for growing their business and helping avoid certain pitfalls. Also, Maarten is a regular speaker on both national and international events, like conferences, community events and user group meetings. In his personal life, Maarten is a passionate cyclist and certified wine sommelier.

Maarten Eekels (@maarteneekels) is Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Regional Director, and CTO of Rapid Circle, one of the larger Microsoft Cloud implementation partners in the Netherlands. Maarten is an experienced Microsoft Cloud and Security advocate and ... 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

Alex Pshul

Alex Pshul

Alex is a Software Architect and consultant, Microsoft Foundry MVP, and the creator of the Code.Digest(); user group.
He has worked on 40+ projects over a 15-year career, focusing on Azure, .NET, and TypeScript.
He is the author of the npm packages @nxazure/func and azure-functions-essentials, simplifying Azure Functions development in Node.js.
Blog: https://www.pshul.com

Alex is a Software Architect and consultant, Microsoft Foundry MVP, and the creator of the Code.Digest(); user group. He has worked on 40+ projects over a 15-year career, focusing on Azure, .NET, and TypeScript. He is the author of the npm packages... 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

Tillmann Eitelberg

Tillmann Eitelberg

Tillmann Eitelberg is CEO and co-founder of oh22information services GmbH, which specializes in data management and data governance and offers its own cloud born data quality solution, HEDDA.IO.
Tillmann is a regular speaker at international conferences and an active blogger and podcaster at DECOMPOSE.IO. He has open sourced several SSIS components and is Co-Author of Power BI for Dummies (German Edition). Since 2013 is Tillmann is awarded as Microsoft Data Platform MVP. He is a user group leader for the PASS Germany RG Rheinland (Cologne) and a member of the Microsoft Azure Data Community Advisory Board.

Tillmann Eitelberg is CEO and co-founder of oh22information services GmbH, which specializes in data management and data governance and offers its own cloud born data quality solution, HEDDA.IO. Tillmann is a regular speaker at international confer... 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

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

Anthony Nocentino

Anthony Nocentino

Anthony Nocentino is an accomplished technology professional, author, and speaker with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. He is now a Principal Field Solution Architect at Pure Storage.

He is a Microsoft Data Platform and is recognized globally for his SQL Server, Kubernetes, and Public cloud infrastructure expertise. He is the author of several technical books and dozens of Pluralsight courses, including "SQL Server on Kubernetes" and "Azure Arc-enabled Data Services Revealed."

Anthony has a Masters degree in Computer Science with research publications in high-performance/low-latency data access algorithms and spatial database systems.

Anthony's passion for technology and ability to deliver engaging and informative presentations make him a sought-after conference speaker internationally at leading data and cloud conferences. Attendees can expect to leave their sessions with a deep understanding of the technology and practical tips for implementing those in their environments.

Anthony Nocentino is an accomplished technology professional, author, and speaker with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. He is now a Principal Field Solution Architect at Pure Storage. He is a Microsoft Data Platform and is recognize... Show more

Salih Cantekin

Salih Cantekin

I have been into development since I started high school. Since then, I have improved myself a lot with bunch of new technologies as well as the tools around them. About 3 years ago I started a Youtube channel where I teach software/architectures in Turkish language for Turkish Audiences. Early 2023, I have been awarded a Microsoft MVP in Development Technologies.

I have been into development since I started high school. Since then, I have improved myself a lot with bunch of new technologies as well as the tools around them. About 3 years ago I started a Youtube channel where I teach software/architectures in ... 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

Chris Cavazos

Chris Cavazos

Microsoft MVP Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop, Principal Consultant at Quisitive, with over 20 years' experience in IT. Areas of expertise include Configuration Manager, Intune, Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Defender Suite, Windows 365 and on-prem/cloud infrastructure.

Microsoft MVP Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop, Principal Consultant at Quisitive, with over 20 years' experience in IT. Areas of expertise include Configuration Manager, Intune, Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Defender Suite, Windows 365 and o... Show more

Alex Will

Alex Will

Alex started out as a mechanical engineer student until his Sophomore year when Alex took his first computer science class. After the first project of making a terminal chutes and ladders game Alex immediately switched majors. Since switching majors, Alex has never looked back. Alex's favorite part of computer science is the problem solving and the creativeness he gets to apply in algorithms. Alex is now the CTO at ArchitectNow. Alex loves to be active in playing basketball and baseball.

Alex started out as a mechanical engineer student until his Sophomore year when Alex took his first computer science class. After the first project of making a terminal chutes and ladders game Alex immediately switched majors. Since switching majors,... Show more

Danish N

Danish N

Senior Technical Architect | Author of PCF book | Creator of various tools including Dataverse DevTools & Power Platform ToolBox

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Senior Technical Architect | Author of PCF book | Creator of various tools including Dataverse DevTools & Power Platform ToolBox --- Power Maverick --- Show more

Chris Gardner

Chris Gardner

Chris Gardner is a Senior Products and Platform Engineering Manager for Accenture, the Chairman of the DevSpace Technical Conference and a regular coder. Tortured by years of contracts that valued buzzwords over results, Chris has developed a true passion for finding solutions that fit the problem, not the technology of the week. Chris received his M.S in Computer Science, B.S. in Mathematics, and B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and is currently a Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer, Professional Developer, Information Technology Professional and Trainer.

Chris Gardner is a Senior Products and Platform Engineering Manager for Accenture, the Chairman of the DevSpace Technical Conference and a regular coder. Tortured by years of contracts that valued buzzwords over results, Chris has developed a true pa... Show more

Erik Loef

Erik Loef

CTO, MSc, CEH, MVP

CTO, MSc, CEH, MVP 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.