Microsoft MVPs

Microsoft MVPs

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

  • 995 speakers
  • Auto-generated
Willem Meints

Willem Meints

Willem Meints is Chief AI Architect for Info Support and Microsoft AI MVP responsible many machine-learning and AI projects at Info Support and Aigency.

Willem Meints is Chief AI Architect for Info Support and Microsoft AI MVP responsible many machine-learning and AI projects at Info Support and Aigency. Show more

Clifford Agius

Clifford Agius

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and when not doing that, Clifford freelances as a .NET developer. An active member of the .NET community, he is a regular speaker at conferences and meet-ups around the world.

Clifford graduated as an engineer from the Ford Technical Training Centre in 1995. After 11 years as an electrical/mechanical engineer working with Robotics and PLC Programming, he trained to become an Airline Pilot in 2001. Clifford became a Microsoft Valued Professional (MVP) in 2020.

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and w... Show more

Timo Pertilä

Timo Pertilä

Power Platform Consultant. 20+ years' experience on IT industry. Helping customers to make the most of their Microsoft investments.

Currently working most of the time with Power Platform. But loving also Teams, Planner, SharePoint, Microsoft Graph, PowerShell, Bot Framework etc.

Wrote over 200 blog posts related to Power Platform.

Power Platform Consultant. 20+ years' experience on IT industry. Helping customers to make the most of their Microsoft investments. Currently working most of the time with Power Platform. But loving also Teams, Planner, SharePoint, Microsoft Graph... 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

Aurelien Clere

Aurelien Clere

With over 15 years of experience in the Dynamics universe (ERP, CRM), I am a Global Technical Architect, CTO, and Associate Director at Dynagile Consulting, a leading partner for Microsoft Business Applications. I am also a Microsoft MVP Business Applications since May 2020 and a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) since June 2020, which demonstrates my passion and expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem.

I specialize in Dynamics 365 F&O, POS Retail, Commerce, e-Commerce, Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Field Service, and Project Operations, as well as Power Platform (PowerApps, PowerAutomate, PowerBI, Virtual Agent). I also have extensive knowledge and experience in Azure architecture and AI solutions (ML, Customer Insights, AI Builder, Bot, etc.). My mission is to help customers and partners achieve their business goals and digital transformation through innovative and scalable solutions that leverage the power of Microsoft technologies.

With over 15 years of experience in the Dynamics universe (ERP, CRM), I am a Global Technical Architect, CTO, and Associate Director at Dynagile Consulting, a leading partner for Microsoft Business Applications. I am also a Microsoft MVP Business App... Show more

Nandan Hegde

Nandan Hegde

I have 7 yrs of experience in IT world and 2 years as a Data Architect in Azure.
I am a MSFT Data MVP and part of MSFT Community champion team in Data sector :
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/users/nandanhegde-7720/

And author of the blog: https://datasharkx.wordpress.com/

I have 7 yrs of experience in IT world and 2 years as a Data Architect in Azure. I am a MSFT Data MVP and part of MSFT Community champion team in Data sector : https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/users/nandanhegde-7720/ And author of the blog: ht... Show more

Glenn Versweyveld

Glenn Versweyveld

I'm interested in everything surrounding Microsoft and .NET in particular, for the moment working as a System Expert at Baliose Insurances.
Still loves Windows Phone, but don't judge him for it :)

Currently Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies and Pluralsight author.

I'm interested in everything surrounding Microsoft and .NET in particular, for the moment working as a System Expert at Baliose Insurances. Still loves Windows Phone, but don't judge him for it :) Currently Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies... Show more

Aleksandar Nikolić

Aleksandar Nikolić

Aleksandar Nikolić is a Microsoft Azure MVP and a co-founder of PowerShellMagazine.com, the ultimate online source for PowerShell enthusiasts. As a Microsoft Azure Advisor, he provides valuable feedback and insights to the Azure engineering team. With over 18 years of experience in system administration, he is a trusted trainer and speaker who travels the globe to share his knowledge and skills on Azure and PowerShell. He has spoken at prestigious IT events such as Microsoft Ignite, ESPC, NIC, Techorama, PowerShell Conference Europe, NTK, and various others.
You can find him on Twitter (https://twitter.com/alexandair) and LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandair).

Aleksandar Nikolić is a Microsoft Azure MVP and a co-founder of PowerShellMagazine.com, the ultimate online source for PowerShell enthusiasts. As a Microsoft Azure Advisor, he provides valuable feedback and insights to the Azure engineering team. Wit... Show more

Stephy Hogan

Stephy Hogan

Stephy Hogan is an independent UX and accessibility strategist with more than 20 years of experience designing digital products and presentations that work for real humans.

A former chemist turned designer, she blends analytical thinking with creative execution to build accessible, scalable systems across enterprise environments. Her client work spans global technology companies and fast-growing teams, helping organizations improve usability, increase adoption, and design with inclusion from the start—not as an afterthought.

Stephy specializes in accessible digital UX, presentation design, and practical accessibility implementation. She is the author of The Reluctant Designer’s Field Guide to PowerPoint and The Reluctant UXer’s Field Guide to Salesforce Design. She is also the creator of the SCHIT Deck—a plain-English accessibility tool that helps teams identify and solve issues related to Sight, Cognition, Hearing, Interaction, and Technology.

A seasoned conference speaker, Stephy has presented at dozens of industry events, translating complex accessibility and design principles into practical, actionable guidance. Her sessions are known for being clear, direct, and imm

Stephy Hogan is an independent UX and accessibility strategist with more than 20 years of experience designing digital products and presentations that work for real humans. A former chemist turned designer, she blends analytical thinking with crea... Show more

Gian Maria Ricci

Gian Maria Ricci

Ricci Gian Maria è laureato in Ingegneria Elettronica con specializzazione in Microelettronica. Da sempre nutre la passione per la programmazione, che coltiva sin dalle prime righe di codice sviluppate in Basic con il Vic20. Dopo la laurea svolge libera professione fornendo consulenza e training sullo sviluppo di applicazioni in ambiente .NET e sulla gestione di progetti con Azure Devops e GitHub. Dal 2009 è Microsoft MVP nella categoria Developer Technologies - DevOps (Ex Visual Studio Application Lifecycle Management) .

Ricci Gian Maria è laureato in Ingegneria Elettronica con specializzazione in Microelettronica. Da sempre nutre la passione per la programmazione, che coltiva sin dalle prime righe di codice sviluppate in Basic con il Vic20. Dopo la laurea svolge lib... 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

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

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

Ana Inés Urrutia

Ana Inés Urrutia

Ana Inés Urrutia de Souza is a Microsoft MVP, AI for HR expert, and member of the Harvard Advisory Council. With a background in psychology and over a decade of experience in HR technology, she helps organizations modernize people operations using tools like Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Copilot. Ana is an international speaker, co-host of the D365 Community Call, and an active voice in the global HR tech space. Her work bridges strategy and implementation, with a focus on making AI practical, human, and useful

Ana Inés Urrutia de Souza is a Microsoft MVP, AI for HR expert, and member of the Harvard Advisory Council. With a background in psychology and over a decade of experience in HR technology, she helps organizations modernize people operations using to... Show more

Mark Allibone

Mark Allibone

Mark Allibone serves as a Technical Lead at Rey Technology and a Microsoft MVP. Specializing in aiding prominent companies in their digital transformation journeys across multiple sectors, Mark brings a fervor for creating not just functionally robust applications, but also those that enhance user experience. In addition to his professional endeavors, he co-hosts the Null Pointers podcast. You can find him on most platforms as mallibone.

Mark Allibone serves as a Technical Lead at Rey Technology and a Microsoft MVP. Specializing in aiding prominent companies in their digital transformation journeys across multiple sectors, Mark brings a fervor for creating not just functionally robus... Show more

Sander Stad

Sander Stad

Sander is a SQL Server DBA with over 20 years of experience in IT. He has worked with SQL Server since version 2000 and is a Microsoft MVP.
He is a huge PowerShell enthusiast and will try to automate processes as much as possible.

Sander is a SQL Server DBA with over 20 years of experience in IT. He has worked with SQL Server since version 2000 and is a Microsoft MVP. He is a huge PowerShell enthusiast and will try to automate processes as much as possible. 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

Ola Ström

Ola Ström

As a Chief Technical Architect and Practice Lead for the device segment at Advania Knowledge Factory, I have over ten years of experience in designing, reviewing, and advising on cloud and device management solutions for various clients and industries. I am also a Microsoft MVP for Windows 365 and Windows Device IT, a recognition of my outstanding contributions and expertise in these fields.

My passion is to deliver high-quality and uncomplicated solutions that enable productivity and efficiency for users and organizations. I also co-host a podcast in Swedish about Microsoft products, tech trends, and other topics of interest. Additionally, I drive the internal community and knowledge sharing within the device segment at Advania Knowledge Factory, a leading IT service provider in the Nordic region. My goal is to help customers and colleagues navigate the ever-changing IT landscape and leverage the best practices and technologies available.

As a Chief Technical Architect and Practice Lead for the device segment at Advania Knowledge Factory, I have over ten years of experience in designing, reviewing, and advising on cloud and device management solutions for various clients and industrie... 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

Gui Ferreira

Gui Ferreira

Guilherme "Gui" Ferreira is a Minimalist Software Craftsman, passionate about simplicity and continuous learning.
He is a Microsoft MVP, Tech Speaker, YouTuber, Dometrain Author, and .NET content creator.

Guilherme "Gui" Ferreira is a Minimalist Software Craftsman, passionate about simplicity and continuous learning. He is a Microsoft MVP, Tech Speaker, YouTuber, Dometrain Author, and .NET content creator. Show more

Anthony Mashford

Anthony Mashford

With more than two decades working in large Enterprises, Corporations and within the Microsoft Partner network, Anthony has gained a wealth experience & knowledge in varying architectures.

Now specialising in Azure, specifically Azure NetApp Files and NetApp Cloud Volumes ONTAP, Anthony works to help clients envision and plan their journey to the cloud.

With more than two decades working in large Enterprises, Corporations and within the Microsoft Partner network, Anthony has gained a wealth experience & knowledge in varying architectures. Now specialising in Azure, specifically Azure NetApp Files... Show more

Frederick Anaafi (MCT)

Frederick Anaafi (MCT)

I am a Microsoft Certified Trainer with 8+ years of extensive experience in data analytics, utilizing powerful tools such as Power BI, Azure Fundamentals, Tableau, Excel and PowerPoint. My expertise spans across various professional domains, and I am committed to enhancing organizational excellence through dedication, diligence, and perseverance.

My proficiency extends beyond data analytics to include team leadership, business management, student group coordination, and the development of training resources. I am also passionate about sharing my knowledge through complementary online video tutorials available on YouTube under the username @Fredexcel.

In addition to my practical experience, I hold a Master's degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance, as well as a Master's degree in Science in Industrial Mathematics. My educational background includes an undergraduate degree in Mathematics.

On a personal note, I am have three lovely children and possess a deep passion for data analysis and visualization. I am eager to continue making a meaningful impact in the field and contributing to the success of diverse organizations.

Let us connect on my LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/frederick-anaafi

I am a Microsoft Certified Trainer with 8+ years of extensive experience in data analytics, utilizing powerful tools such as Power BI, Azure Fundamentals, Tableau, Excel and PowerPoint. My expertise spans across various professional domains, and I am... Show more

Alexio Tonderai Chandiwana

Alexio Tonderai Chandiwana

Alexio Tonderai Chandiwana is a Microsoft MVP, strategist, and trusted advisor at the intersection of AI, governance, and low-code innovation. With deep expertise in Power Platform, Copilots, and ethical technology deployment, Alex helps organizations from public sector bodies to global enterprises navigate digital transformation with clarity and accountability.

As the founder of the Power Platform Africa Community, Alexio champions inclusive tech ecosystems and cross-regional collaboration. Their work bridges technical mastery with strategic foresight, empowering teams to build responsibly, scale sustainably, and unlock real-world impact.

Whether advising on data governance, shaping AI rollouts, or mentoring future leaders, Alexio brings a rare blend of insight, empathy, and execution. Expect a session that’s as practical as it is visionary.

Alexio Tonderai Chandiwana is a Microsoft MVP, strategist, and trusted advisor at the intersection of AI, governance, and low-code innovation. With deep expertise in Power Platform, Copilots, and ethical technology deployment, Alex helps organization... Show more

Danish N

Danish N

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

--- Power Maverick ---

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

Heba Kamal

Heba Kamal

Microsoft MVP | MCT | Blogger | Speaker | Power Platform Expert | Founder of Power Platform Geeks, Owner of Microsoft Power Platform بالعربي

Microsoft MVP | MCT | Blogger | Speaker | Power Platform Expert | Founder of Power Platform Geeks, Owner of Microsoft Power Platform بالعربي Show more

Nathan Ziehnert

Nathan Ziehnert

I work on secret stuff. Or maybe not so secret stuff. I'm in research and development. I don't know anymore, so I just call it all secret. I dig Windows systems from consumer to enterprise, I'm in an eternal love affair with PowerShell and C#, and I also like to play in Azure. I have a blog... you can read my blog. You may from time to time find me speaking at MMS. You might also find me doing karaoke whenever the opportunity arises.

If you've got the time, let's talk about digital employee experience... or device manageability... or cooking... or cycling... or whatever, I like to hear about new stuff!

I work on secret stuff. Or maybe not so secret stuff. I'm in research and development. I don't know anymore, so I just call it all secret. I dig Windows systems from consumer to enterprise, I'm in an eternal love affair with PowerShell and C#, and I ... Show more

Martin Catherall

Martin Catherall

Martin Catherall is a Data Architect working on Microsoft Data Platform technologies. He is currently based in Brisbane, Australia.

Martin’s career has expanded from the world of SQL Server Administration and T-SQL development to encompass data engineering and architecture on the Microsoft Azure Platform.

He has over 15 years’ experience in the data industry and has been a recipient of the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional Award since 2014

When he is not engaged in data related activities, he can be found exploring the Queensland landscape (he’s recently escaped Melbourne), learning about Minecraft or Super Mario from his kids and learning the guitar – despite being tone deaf!

Martin is the co-host of DataPlatform downunder
https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/data-platform-downunder-meetup-group/

Martin Catherall is a Data Architect working on Microsoft Data Platform technologies. He is currently based in Brisbane, Australia. Martin’s career has expanded from the world of SQL Server Administration and T-SQL development to encompass data en... 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

John Aziz

John Aziz

John Aziz is a Senior AI Software Engineer and Microsoft MVP with hands-on experience building production-ready AI and cloud-native systems. His work focuses on AI engineering, backend architecture, and automation, helping teams turn data and models into scalable, reliable software used in real-world environments.

John has designed and delivered full-stack and backend solutions using Python (FastAPI), cloud platforms, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and modern frontend frameworks. He has led end-to-end application ownership, built RAG pipelines, automated document and data workflows, and provided technical leadership through system design and code reviews.

Beyond engineering, John is deeply involved in the developer community. He has spoken at regional and international events, led community initiatives such as the Azure Egypt User Group, contributed to open-source projects including the Azure Developer CLI, and authored technical content read by thousands of developers worldwide. He’s passionate about making AI and cloud technologies practical, approachable, and impactful.

John Aziz is a Senior AI Software Engineer and Microsoft MVP with hands-on experience building production-ready AI and cloud-native systems. His work focuses on AI engineering, backend architecture, and automation, helping teams turn data and models ... Show more

Please note that Sessionize is not responsible for the accuracy or validity of the data provided by speakers.

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.