Microsoft MVPs

Microsoft MVPs

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

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Michael Washington

Michael Washington

Michael Washington is an ASP.NET and C# programmer. He has extensive knowledge in process improvement, billing systems, and student information systems. He is a Microsoft MVP. He has a son, Zachary and resides in Los Angeles with his wife Valerie. He is the author of numerous books including Azure OpenAI Using C#, An Introduction to Building Applications with Blazor, Azure Machine Learning Studio For The Non-Data Scientist and An Introduction to the Microsoft Bot Framework.

Michael Washington is an ASP.NET and C# programmer. He has extensive knowledge in process improvement, billing systems, and student information systems. He is a Microsoft MVP. He has a son, Zachary and resides in Los Angeles with his wife Valerie. H... Show more

Myron Helgering

Myron Helgering

Myron works for one of the leading IT-service providers in the Netherlands called Pink Elephant. His primary focus is developing security products and services based on Microsoft technology. The unique selling point of these offerings is to make work environments safe and, more importantly, keep them safe.

As a Microsoft Security MVP, he enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with others by writing blog posts, speaking at events and conferences, and co-organizing the monthly Dutch Microsoft Security Meetup with 2000+ members.

Besides Microsoft Security, he lives happily in the Netherlands with his wife. In his free time, he enjoys snowboarding and geeky activities like reading fantasy/sci-fi books or playing board games or video games.

Myron works for one of the leading IT-service providers in the Netherlands called Pink Elephant. His primary focus is developing security products and services based on Microsoft technology. The unique selling point of these offerings is to make work... Show more

Marco Minerva

Marco Minerva

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

Aidan Finn

Aidan Finn

Aidan Finn (@joe_elway) is a Microsoft Azure MVP and the founder of Cloud Mechanix, where he delivers expert-led Azure training and consulting based on decades of real-world experience. With a career spanning infrastructure, virtualisation, and cloud, Aidan helps organisations design secure, scalable Azure solutions—and empowers teams to master the platform themselves. Learn more at cloudmechanix.com and his blog, aidanfinn.com.

Aidan Finn (@joe_elway) is a Microsoft Azure MVP and the founder of Cloud Mechanix, where he delivers expert-led Azure training and consulting based on decades of real-world experience. With a career spanning infrastructure, virtualisation, and clou... Show more

Thomas Tomow

Thomas Tomow

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

Kay Sauter

Kay Sauter

Kay Sauter has been working with SQL Server since 2013. His expertise covers SQL Server, Azure, Data Visualization, and Power BI. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP.

Kay blogs on kayondata.com and is actively involved in various community projects like Data TGIF, databash.live, data-conference.ch, and Data Platform Data Platform DEI Virtual Group. Being deaf himself, he is an advocate for people with handicaps and accessibility for any conference.

He is based in Zurich, Switzerland and in his free time, together with his wife, he loves to travel to learn from other cultures and perspectives.

Kay Sauter has been working with SQL Server since 2013. His expertise covers SQL Server, Azure, Data Visualization, and Power BI. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP. Kay blogs on kayondata.com and is actively involved in various community project... Show more

Ulrikke Akerbæk

Ulrikke Akerbæk

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

Angelo Gulisano

Angelo Gulisano

I am a Microsoft MVP for Business Apps, MCT, and independent consultant specializing in Power Platform, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365. With over 18 years of experience in the IT industry, I have led teams in developing enterprise solutions and have extensive experience in training and digital transformation. Passionate about Microsoft technologies, music, and travel, I enjoy speaking at technical conferences and connecting with new people.

I am a Microsoft MVP for Business Apps, MCT, and independent consultant specializing in Power Platform, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365. With over 18 years of experience in the IT industry, I have led teams in developing enterprise solutions and have e... Show more

Carlos Azaustre

Carlos Azaustre

Carlos is Frontend Software Engineer, Associate Professor at Universidad Europea, and Developer Content Creator, from Madrid, Spain.

GDE in Web since 2019. Awarded as Microsoft MVP 2022 & 2023 for Developer Technologies.

He loves sharing knowledge with the Spanish-spoken developer community, mainly online through Twitch and Youtube, and other social networks.

He has worked for over 10+ years in start-ups, cofounded his own one, and for companies such as Google, IBM, and Eventbrite.

Carlos is Frontend Software Engineer, Associate Professor at Universidad Europea, and Developer Content Creator, from Madrid, Spain. GDE in Web since 2019. Awarded as Microsoft MVP 2022 & 2023 for Developer Technologies. He loves sharing knowle... Show more

Michael Plettner

Michael Plettner

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

Almir Vuk

Almir Vuk

Microsoft MVP - .NET Mobile and Web developer - Xamarin Certified Mobile Developer - Microsoft Certified Solution Developer.

A frequent regional and international speaker at Microsoft related events and User Group meetings. In
free time loves to play chess, write blog posts, help the community on StackOverflow and MSDN forums, contribute to open source projects or be an instructor at NGO programming related events.

Completely dedicated to Software Development, mostly on the .NET platform, crafting apps using C# and ASP.NET Core for web and Xamarin tools for mobile development.

Truly in love with programming since childhood days.

Microsoft MVP - .NET Mobile and Web developer - Xamarin Certified Mobile Developer - Microsoft Certified Solution Developer. A frequent regional and international speaker at Microsoft related events and User Group meetings. In free time loves to ... Show more

Kim Berg

Kim Berg

My IT journey began as an operations technician hosting data centers, but I discovered my love for the cloud almost a decade ago and specialized in Azure.
I have a deep enthusiasm for the modern Ops role and I thrive on being an enabler, taking ideas from concept to production.
Dedicated many years to enhancing my expertise in data, AI, and IoT/IIoT.

🗣 Passionate about sharing knowledge through public speaking and mentoring.

Currently, I work on enterprise-scale AI, data, and IIoT solutions for large clients in Sweden.
I'm part of the Microsoft Responsible AI Innovation Center in Sweden and contribute to the open-source initiative Enterprise Scale AI Factory.

My IT journey began as an operations technician hosting data centers, but I discovered my love for the cloud almost a decade ago and specialized in Azure. I have a deep enthusiasm for the modern Ops role and I thrive on being an enabler, taking ide... Show more

Lisa Crosbie

Lisa Crosbie

Lisa Crosbie is a trusted expert in Microsoft AI and Business Applications, helping businesses understand and realize the value of AI-powered tools like Microsoft Copilot Studio. She works directly with organizations to navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape, advising on how to rethink and redesign processes using AI-enabled automation and agents, and sharing insights on how to leverage cutting edge technology to solve real-world challenges.

With a passion for sharing knowledge, she is a recognized thought leader, published author, global conference speaker, and content creator. Her popular YouTube channel provides hands-on tutorials and tips for using AI, Microsoft Copilot, and Copilot Studio. She has been awarded Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for six consecutive years for her technical community leadership, and she is a Microsoft Certified Trainer.

Lisa is known for her ability to break down complex technologies into easy-to-understand concepts, making them accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Lisa Crosbie is a trusted expert in Microsoft AI and Business Applications, helping businesses understand and realize the value of AI-powered tools like Microsoft Copilot Studio. She works directly with organizations to navigate the rapidly evolving ... Show more

Patricia Rodríguez Vaquero

Patricia Rodríguez Vaquero

🚀 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

Dieter Gobeyn

Dieter Gobeyn

Dieter is a Microsoft MVP for Azure, experienced IT Architect and Azure Consultant, certified since 2012. He specialises in creating end-to-end enterprise architectures that focus on clarity, simplicity, and scalability.

As certified TOGAF practitioner, Scrum Master, and Azure Architect, Dieter excels at designing clear solutions to complex technical challenges. In recent years, he has worked with international enterprises, guiding cross-border collaboration and teamwork across multi-country setups.

Dieter shares his insights as a public speaker, drawing on his extensive consulting experience. He focuses on cloud solutions, enterprise integration, AI and the valuable lessons learned from managing global teams in distributed environments.

Dieter is a Microsoft MVP for Azure, experienced IT Architect and Azure Consultant, certified since 2012. He specialises in creating end-to-end enterprise architectures that focus on clarity, simplicity, and scalability. As certified TOGAF practi... Show more

George Doubinski

George Doubinski

Microsoft MVP since 2007.

Mediocre runner, average coder, good speaker, excellent trainer.

Most importantly, I enable others to build remarkable things on the Power Platform and Azure with code both high and low.

If you cannot find me online committing code to GitHub, tipping on https://crmtipoftheday.com, or talking on https://crm.audio, it must be a rare occasion when I run, spend time with the family, or travel from A to B.

Microsoft MVP since 2007. Mediocre runner, average coder, good speaker, excellent trainer. Most importantly, I enable others to build remarkable things on the Power Platform and Azure with code both high and low. If you cannot find me onlin... Show more

Erwin Staal

Erwin Staal

I am a Tech Lead and Azure Solution Architect at Xebia in the Netherlands, with over a decade of experience spanning startups, enterprise organizations, and international teams. I thrive at the intersection of technology, strategy, and leadership, helping companies deliver software to customers using DevOps practices and Cloud-Native architectures.

Being on the line between IT and business is where I feel most at home—creating technical solutions that address real user needs while driving teams toward success. I enjoy coaching and leading teams to embrace new technologies and ways of working, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

Outside of my work at Xebia, I have a passion for sharing knowledge. I am a co-author of Azure Infrastructure as Code (https://www.manning.com/books/azure-infrastructure-as-code), occasionally write blogs, and regularly speak at international conferences.

I am a Tech Lead and Azure Solution Architect at Xebia in the Netherlands, with over a decade of experience spanning startups, enterprise organizations, and international teams. I thrive at the intersection of technology, strategy, and leadership, he... Show more

Christoph Twiehaus

Christoph Twiehaus

Christoph's professional journey has been shaped by his experiences at a German insurance group, a mid-sized IT consulting firm specializing in Microsoft technologies, and Microsoft itself. His passion lies in digital transformation and its impact on individuals and businesses. For Christoph, the human aspect and their needs within the digital transformation space take precedence, along with the ever-evolving technological challenges.

He also enjoys challenging the status quo occasionally. There isn't a one-size-fits-all solution for every customer. Daily reevaluation is essential to achieve the best outcomes, recognizing that each customer and project is unique and cannot be replicated exactly.

Christoph's professional journey has been shaped by his experiences at a German insurance group, a mid-sized IT consulting firm specializing in Microsoft technologies, and Microsoft itself. His passion lies in digital transformation and its impact on... Show more

Sari Soinoja

Sari Soinoja

Sari is a passionate and experienced Leading Specialist at The Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra. Drawing on her extensive experience from a wide range of customer projects—ranging from modern ways of working to change management and digital transformation—she brings a valuable perspective on the real-world challenges organizations face. Her background in product development adds depth to her understanding of how Microsoft 365 tools can be used effectively to solve these challenges.

As a Microsoft MVP for SharePoint, Sari focuses on topics such as SharePoint, document management, metadata, M365 Copilot, and the smart, strategic use of Microsoft 365. She’s especially skilled at helping others understand how to fully leverage these tools to support modern, efficient work practices.

Over the past ten years, Sari has actively shared her knowledge through public events, trainings, and webinars, making her a well-respected voice in the Microsoft 365 community. Whether speaking about AI in M365 or navigating the complexities of information management, Sari is known for making complex topics both accessible and engaging.

Sari is a passionate and experienced Leading Specialist at The Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra. Drawing on her extensive experience from a wide range of customer projects—ranging from modern ways of working to change management and digital transformati... Show more

Paul Papanek Stork

Paul Papanek Stork

Paul is the Owner/Principal Architect at Don't Pa..Panic Consulting. He has been working in the information technology industry for over 35 years, and has played key roles in several enterprise SharePoint architectural design review, Intranet deployment, application development, and migration projects. he has been awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for the last 18 consecutive years and earned his Microsoft Certified SharePoint Masters (MCSM) certification in 2013.
After working with SharePoint and Office 365 since their inception Paul has been focusing on the Power Platform for the last several years. He recently completed a book on Learning Power Automate and is a frequent contributor to the Power Platform Forums in the areas of Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio.

Paul is the Owner/Principal Architect at Don't Pa..Panic Consulting. He has been working in the information technology industry for over 35 years, and has played key roles in several enterprise SharePoint architectural design review, Intranet deploym... Show more

Tino Rabe

Tino Rabe

❗️ Working with Microsoft Power Pages since 2014 (former Adxstudio).
🎯 On a mission to grow & contribute to the fantastic community of Power Pages.

❗️ Working with Microsoft Power Pages since 2014 (former Adxstudio). 🎯 On a mission to grow & contribute to the fantastic community of Power Pages. Show more

Jody Donetti

Jody Donetti

30 years designing, developing and evolving software.

Created FusionCache: an easy to use, fast and robust hybrid cache with advanced resiliency features.

With the release of v2, FusionCache became the world's first production-ready implementation of Microsoft HybridCache: not just the first 3rd party implementation but the very first at all, including Microsoft's one.

🏆 Google OSS Award
🏆 Microsoft MVP Award

30 years designing, developing and evolving software. Created FusionCache: an easy to use, fast and robust hybrid cache with advanced resiliency features. With the release of v2, FusionCache became the world's first production-ready implementat... Show more

Aditya Oberai

Aditya Oberai

Aditya Oberai is a Developer Advocate at Appwrite and an avid tech community and hackathon enthusiast. Having worked with various technologies such as .NET, Microsoft Azure, SvelteKit, etc., he has spent the last 5 years empowering student and tech communities and is a 3-time Microsoft MVP awardee and DigitalOcean Wavemaker. Aditya was awarded "Best Developer Relations Professional of the Year" at the CMX Community Industry Awards 2024 and currently contributes to the Developer Relations Foundation as a Steering Committee member.

Aditya Oberai is a Developer Advocate at Appwrite and an avid tech community and hackathon enthusiast. Having worked with various technologies such as .NET, Microsoft Azure, SvelteKit, etc., he has spent the last 5 years empowering student and tech c... Show more

Štěpán Rešl

Štěpán Rešl

I am a data lover, especially in the ecosystem of Microsoft tools. I primarily focus on Power BI, Azure Synapse, and Azure SQL. In general, I follow a very simple motto.

"Don´t say it cannot be done, or someone who doesn´t know it will come and do it."

I am a co-founder and a Lead Technical Consultant at DataBrothers. We are Power BI experts and consultants with a focus on data analysis, reporting, and training in Power BI. We work with our clients across the globe on developing custom solutions and training their users on all levels (from business to development).

I am a data lover, especially in the ecosystem of Microsoft tools. I primarily focus on Power BI, Azure Synapse, and Azure SQL. In general, I follow a very simple motto. "Don´t say it cannot be done, or someone who doesn´t know it will come and do... Show more

Tore Nestenius

Tore Nestenius

With more than 23 years of professional experience in software development and over a decade specializing in training developers, Tore is a seasoned expert in the industry.

He currently operates as an independent consultant, delivering high-quality training, coaching, and consulting services. His areas of focus include .NET, ASP.NET Core, Software Architecture, Web Security, and Identity Management.

In 1996, Tore launched his first website, which evolved into Programmers Heaven—a web community that attracted a peak audience of over 750,000 visitors per month.

With more than 23 years of professional experience in software development and over a decade specializing in training developers, Tore is a seasoned expert in the industry. He currently operates as an independent consultant, delivering high-quali... Show more

Michaël Maillot

Michaël Maillot

Working on SharePoint plaform for more than 10 years now (from On-Prem to Online), I enjoy solving challenges about business problems, bringing the latest enhancements and exploring every part of the Microsoft 365 / Azure world! I also take part to the PnP Initiative and love working with the community!

Working on SharePoint plaform for more than 10 years now (from On-Prem to Online), I enjoy solving challenges about business problems, bringing the latest enhancements and exploring every part of the Microsoft 365 / Azure world! I also take part to t... Show more

Stas Lebedenko

Stas Lebedenko

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

Ben Dechrai

Ben Dechrai

Ben Dechrai is a technologist with a strong focus on security and privacy, recognised as an MVP for his exceptional contributions to the community. Known for his ability to distil complex technical concepts into engaging, digestible portions, Ben empowers developers through a deep understanding of design principles, security considerations, and coding practices. With over two decades of experience in software engineering, security, and architecture, Ben is a published author and has consulted for companies and investors across numerous industries. He is deeply involved in the tech community, running technology conferences and workshops to share his expertise.

Ben Dechrai is a technologist with a strong focus on security and privacy, recognised as an MVP for his exceptional contributions to the community. Known for his ability to distil complex technical concepts into engaging, digestible portions, Ben emp... Show more

Charles Lakes II

Charles Lakes II

Charles is a technical speaker and low-code advocate with a pro-code background, specializing in transforming business data architecture. With a passion for innovation, he shares his expertise to solve complex business problems and guide organizations in reimagining their legacy processes, advancing automation initiatives, streamlining operations, and reducing infrastructure costs.

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Charles is a technical speaker and low-code advocate with a pro-code background, specializing in transforming business data architecture. With a passion for innovation, he shares his expertise to solve complex business problems and guide organization... Show more

AJ Ansari

AJ Ansari

AJ is a business leader and a decorated veteran of the Microsoft Partner community, bringing nearly two decades of experience as a trusted advisor to businesses seeking to maximize their AI and ERP investments.

He is an 8-time Microsoft MVP, awarded in two categories for his contributions to the Copilot Studio and Dynamics 365 Business Central communities. AJ is passionate about sharing his knowledge with the community and has spoken and at over 50 global industry events. Through his workshops, bootcamps, conference sessions and many online contributions, AJ has built a reputation for translating complex technical concepts into practical solutions for the Microsoft community.

AJ loves helping businesses unlock and harness the power of AI and process automation to streamline operations and improve decision-making, and he is regularly sought after for advisory engagements.

A mentor and an advocate for continuous learning, AJ is also an active community organizer, serving on the boards, planning committees and content committees of various Microsoft partner associations and user groups.

By day, AJ is the Chief Operating Officer at DSWi, an award-winning Microsoft Business Applications Partner since 2018. In his spare time, he is the Editor of the OnlyCopilotFans.com AI tech-news site, and the host of The OnlyBCFans Show, a podcast for the Dynamics 365 Business Central community.

AJ is a business leader and a decorated veteran of the Microsoft Partner community, bringing nearly two decades of experience as a trusted advisor to businesses seeking to maximize their AI and ERP investments. He is an 8-time Microsoft MVP, awar... 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.