Richard Harbridge is a seasoned Chief Technology Officer, successful entrepreneur, author, internationally recognized speaker, and a Microsoft MVP. With a wealth of experience, Richard has owned and operated multiple thriving businesses and currently serves as a trusted advisor to hundreds of organizations. He specializes in helping businesses understand their current and future needs, guiding them to take strategic actions that drive growth and achieve their ambitious goals.

Richard brings a hands-on approach to digital transformation, guiding organizations with strategies that drive growth and maximize technology impact. With leadership experience in sales, marketing, operations, and service delivery, he helps businesses amplify engagement and build connections. Richard collaborates with executives, IT, HR, and communications leaders, shifting them from reactive to proactive strategies. Together, they accelerate success with AI and cloud solutions, while elevating employee experiences, skills, and business impact.

A sought-after speaker, Richard frequently shares his expertise on employee experience, AI, the digital workplace, technology adoption, and Microsoft technologies at industry events worldwide. Richard also contributes to several committees, leads EX and technology groups, and serves as a Board Member of the Microsoft Community Leadership Board.

Richard Harbridge is a seasoned Chief Technology Officer, successful entrepreneur, author, internationally recognized speaker, and a Microsoft MVP. With a wealth of experience, Richard has owned and operated multiple thriving businesses and currently... Show more

Michael is a member of the GraphQL technical steering committee, a Microsoft MVP, and the author of the Hot Chocolate project (https://github.com/ChilliCream/hotchocolate), a platform for building GraphQL servers and clients in .NET. This open-source project has been his main focus for the last couple of years.

Apart from his work in the open-source community, Michael works as a consultant to help companies move to GraphQL. You can tune into the Hot Chocolate project on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@chillicream

Follow me on GitHub: https://bit.ly/michaelGitHub
Follow me on Twitter: https://bit.ly/michaelTwitter
Connect on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/michaelLinkedIn
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MVP: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5003672

Michael is a member of the GraphQL technical steering committee, a Microsoft MVP, and the author of the Hot Chocolate project (https://github.com/ChilliCream/hotchocolate), a platform for building GraphQL servers and clients in .NET. This open-source... Show more

Ancienne astrophysicienne aujourd’hui coach professionnelle et experte en engagement salarié.e.s, j’interviens auprès des entreprises dans leurs transformations ainsi que la mise en place de leviers d’engagement. En tant que coach, j’accompagne également des particuliers et dirigeant.e.s dans l’atteinte de leurs objectifs, notamment via le travail des croyances en m’appuyant sur la systémique et les neurosciences.

Ancienne astrophysicienne aujourd’hui coach professionnelle et experte en engagement salarié.e.s, j’interviens auprès des entreprises dans leurs transformations ainsi que la mise en place de leviers d’engagement. En tant que coach, j’accompagne égale... Show more

Deepthi is a SQL Server Database Administrator with several years of experience in Administering SQL Servers. She is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Microsoft certified trainer and Microsoft certified professional with an Associate and Expert level Certification in Data Management and Analytics. Deepthi blogs for DBANuggets.com. Deepthi is a Co-Organizer for Microsoft Data and AI South Florida user group, Data TGIF, Cloud Data Driven User Group, Future Data Driven Summit, Databash Conference and Data Platform Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Virtual Group. She is also DEI Steering Committee member for PASS Data Community Summit. She is a Redgate Community Ambassador. Along with this, Deepthi loves arts and crafts. You can contact her on Twitter @dbanuggets.

Deepthi is a SQL Server Database Administrator with several years of experience in Administering SQL Servers. She is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Microsoft certified trainer and Microsoft certified professional with an Associate and Expert level Ce... Show more

Barbara Forbes is the Field CTO at OGD in the Netherlands, a Microsoft Azure MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and a GitHub Star. She works at the intersection of strategy, technology, education, and development. Her technical focus is on the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code, PowerShell, and GitHub.
Barbara loves teaching in an accessible manner; in person, as a teacher for LinkedIn Learning and as a frequent speaker at conferences and user groups. She is actively involved in the tech community, including being part of the organization of European events

Barbara Forbes is the Field CTO at OGD in the Netherlands, a Microsoft Azure MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and a GitHub Star. She works at the intersection of strategy, technology, education, and development. Her technical focus is on the M... Show more

Aroh works as a Regional Microsoft Cloud Architect Lead, Microsoft MVP (AI) & MCT i& MCT. He is primarily focusing on Azure AI, Power Platform & Microsoft 365 Collaboration suite. He helps customers with their digital transformation journey through cutting-edge Microsoft solutions.

Aroh works as a Regional Microsoft Cloud Architect Lead, Microsoft MVP (AI) & MCT i& MCT. He is primarily focusing on Azure AI, Power Platform & Microsoft 365 Collaboration suite. He helps customers with their digital transformation journey through... Show more

Michal Pisarek is a 7 X Microsoft MVP and CEO of Orchestry Software. His passion is in ensuring that SharePoint is seen primarily as a business platform so that organizations can take full advantage of the many capabilities that it offers. Having been involved in SharePoint for over 10 years he has led multiple implementations of large scale digital workplaces, Intranets and collaboration solutions that have won multiple Nielsen Norman Intranet awards.

His new venture is Orchestry - a new and unique tool to help organizations define their Office 365 strategy and create engaging solutions available to users built on the various workloads of Office 365.

Michal Pisarek is a 7 X Microsoft MVP and CEO of Orchestry Software. His passion is in ensuring that SharePoint is seen primarily as a business platform so that organizations can take full advantage of the many capabilities that it offers. Having bee... Show more

Suzanne's passion is to improve developer experience and increase productivity. Developers, or rather engineers in general, are ultimately driving innovation forward. Your developers should be empowered to ship with quality and security as a default.

Suzanne has a broad experience in the field of Platform Engineering, Developer Portals, and Developer Tools and works at Microsoft to help customers with these challenges.

Suzanne's passion is to improve developer experience and increase productivity. Developers, or rather engineers in general, are ultimately driving innovation forward. Your developers should be empowered to ship with quality and security as a default.... Show more

Sharon is the founder and CEO of Smarter Consulting, a business and technology consulting company. She founded her business to grow and diversify the technology resource pool. She has created a business based on diversity, inclusion, and opportunity.

As a Microsoft RD, MVP, MCT, and Productivity Expert, Sharon's background in Software Development, Business and Systems Analysis, Project Management, and Agile combined with her Developmental Psychology degree and Six Sigma Black Belt blend perfectly with her love of helping and training people to make her a well-rounded leader, consultant, and coach.

Solving both process and technical problems, Sharon has the unique ability to listen and uncover client pain points to develop a plan that will not only build the needed solutions but also drive change, adoption, and education in a way not typically seen from technical consultants.

Being part of the community is extremely important and she is an active leader, participant, and mentor. Sharon speaks professionally globally on subjects such as Microsoft 365, Business Analysis, Leadership, Teamwork, and Women in Technology. She is the founder and lead organizer of the Kansas City M365 User Group, CollabCon, and the Founding President of the Kansas City IIBA chapter.

When she's not working, Sharon watches tv and movies, reads, hangs out with her family, or is traveling somewhere interesting, most likely on a cruise ship out of the country with limited access to communication.

Sharon is the founder and CEO of Smarter Consulting, a business and technology consulting company. She founded her business to grow and diversify the technology resource pool. She has created a business based on diversity, inclusion, and opportunity.... Show more

A Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Brandon is a senior member of the Database team for financial company x functioning as a SQL Server Infrastructure Architect/SME. Having worked in data estates of several petabytes across thousands of servers, he puts a high focus on performance tuning and automation at scale. He is a frequent speaker at events like conferences and user groups.

A Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Brandon is a senior member of the Database team for financial company x functioning as a SQL Server Infrastructure Architect/SME. Having worked in data estates of several petabytes across thousands of servers, he puts a... Show more

Eric is Microsoft MVP for Microsoft Azure and for Cloud and Datacenter Management. He is the owner of Mountain IT. His main areas are: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Governance, Automation, Hybrid Infrastructure, Windows Server and Management Solutions.

Eric is an active member of the Microsoft community. He is blogging on his website www.ericberg.de on a regular basis. He produces the GeekSprech Podcast and the GeekSchau Webcast. He runs the Azure Thüringen Meetup in Germany, with more than 400 members and monthly meetups. He is a well known and high rated speaker at conferences like Microsoft Ignite, MVP Summit, Microsoft Ignite The Tour, ExpertsLive, Azure Saturday, Cloud and Datacenter Conference, and many more.

Eric is also a trainer on LinkedIn Learning, providing video trainings around Microsoft Azure.

His motto:
"The community lives from the community and only those who participate keep it alive.!"

Eric is Microsoft MVP for Microsoft Azure and for Cloud and Datacenter Management. He is the owner of Mountain IT. His main areas are: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Governance, Automation, Hybrid Infrastructure, Windows Server and Management Solutions. E... Show more

Ryan Mangan is an accomplished technologist specialising in End-User Computing (EUC), AI, cloud solutions, and subscription cost management. He excels in navigating complex infrastructure challenges and driving innovative technological advancements.

Expertise & Current Focus
- End-User Computing (EUC) and Cloud Technology
- Developing and building startups
- AI and its impact
- Cloud cost optimization strategies
- Technological advancements in IT infrastructure

Career Highlights
- CEO of EfficientEther Ltd, a startup building AI-driven IT solutions and cloud cost optimization tools
- Built and led the successful managed services company Systech IT Solutions for over a decade
- Author of "Mastering Azure Virtual Desktop," with the 1st Edition being a bestseller with over 63,000+ copies sold, and the 2nd Edition & other published

Awards / Accreditations
- Microsoft Most Valuable Professional
- Chartered Fellow of the British Computer Society (FBCS CITP)
- Parallels VIPP
- Editorial Advisory Board member for TechTarget
- Recognized by Feedspot in their Top 50 IT Blogs and Top 50 Azure Blogs in 2020

Notable Published Articles
- "Legacy Applications Causing the IT Industry Headaches" in the British Computer Society's IT Now Magazine, Winter Edition 2022
- "Green Coding: The Role of Energy Efficiency in Development," Computer Weekly (2024)
- "Advancing LLM Precision & Reliability," Computer Weekly (2024)

Speaking and Thought Leadership
- Public speaker and presenter on cloud technology, EUC, and AI
- Author of influential articles and books on Azure Virtual Desktop and IT solutions
- Engaging presenter known for making complex tech concepts relatable
- Blogger at democratising-clouds.com

Ryan's unique combination of deep technical knowledge, forward-thinking strategies, and compelling presentation skills positions him as a leading voice at conferences focused on cloud technology, EUC, and AI.

For speaking engagements or to explore partnership opportunities, reach out to Ryan on LinkedIn or visit his website.

Ryan Mangan is an accomplished technologist specialising in End-User Computing (EUC), AI, cloud solutions, and subscription cost management. He excels in navigating complex infrastructure challenges and driving innovative technological advancements. ... Show more

Steve Jones has been working with databases and computers for over two decades. He has worked with SQL Server since 1991, from v4.2 through SQL Server 2016. He has been a DBA, developer, and manager in a variety of large and small companies across multiple industries. In 2001 Steve founded SQLServerCentral with two partners and has been publishing technical articles and facilitating discussions among SQL Server professionals ever since. He currently is the full time editor of SQLServerCentral, as well as an evangelist for Redgate Software. Steve is a 10 year Microsoft Data Platform MVP and lives on a horse ranch in Colorado.

Steve Jones has been working with databases and computers for over two decades. He has worked with SQL Server since 1991, from v4.2 through SQL Server 2016. He has been a DBA, developer, and manager in a variety of large and small companies across mu... Show more

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

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

Fabio Franzini is the CEO of Apvee Solutions, a company specialising in providing cutting-edge software solutions for businesses based on the Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Azure.
In addition to his role at Apvee, Fabio is also a member of the Patterns and Practices (PnP) team, a Microsoft initiative to provide guidance and tools to developers building applications on the Microsoft platform.

With more than 15 years of experience in the IT industry, Fabio has held various positions, including software engineer, solution architect, and project manager. He has a proven track record of delivering complex projects in a variety of industries.

For his contributions to the industry, Fabio has been awarded the title of Microsoft's Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for both Business Applications and Microsoft 365 Development.

As an active member of the technology community, Fabio is a frequent speaker at international conferences, sharing his knowledge and insights with other industry professionals.
He also contributes to open source projects, helping others solve technical challenges and staying up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices.

Fabio is passionate about exploring new technologies and finding innovative ways to solve business problems.

Fabio Franzini is the CEO of Apvee Solutions, a company specialising in providing cutting-edge software solutions for businesses based on the Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Azure. In addition to his role at Apvee, Fabio is also a memb... Show more

Cameron Presley is a Consultant for Lean TECHniques (https://leantechniques.com/), a speaker, and a Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies.

Based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, Cameron has ten years of experience working with start-ups and large enterprise both publicly and privately held to architect solutions, implement solutions, and training developers to be better today than what they were yesterday!

In his spare time, Cameron can be found hanging out with his family, playing board games, jamming on the bass guitar, and reading books.

Cameron Presley is a Consultant for Lean TECHniques (https://leantechniques.com/), a speaker, and a Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies. Based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, Cameron has ten years of experience working with start-ups and lar... Show more

Johnny Lopez is a Technical Director in Modern Work at Microsoft. He is a former Microsoft MVP and passionate evangelist who attributes his professional experiences, technical expertise and real-world Microsoft 365 content services and Power Platform experience with organizations. Johnny has been working in the SharePoint community for the last 10+ years. Johnny is the President for the Houston Office 365 Community and HOU365 Summit Chair. He served 10 years in the U.S. Navy serving on 2 Aircraft Carriers (USS Eisenhower & USS Nimitz) as an Electrical Work Center Supervisor. He graduated from the University of Phoenix of Houston in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Information Systems.

Microsoft Certified Teams Administrator Associate
Microsoft Service Adoption Specialist
Microsoft Certified Power Platform Fundamentals

Johnny Lopez is a Technical Director in Modern Work at Microsoft. He is a former Microsoft MVP and passionate evangelist who attributes his professional experiences, technical expertise and real-world Microsoft 365 content services and Power Platform... Show more

For more than 30 years, I'm on the road with Microsoft technologies. The last 15 years I talk (as always) about OneDrive and Collaboration. Nowadays I'm working only, if I have fun, giving workshops to the community, mid size and Enterprise companies in Europe.

Since 2013, I have been honoured in an uninterrupted series by Microsoft with the MVP Award for M365 Apps and Services. People around the globe call me Mr.OneDrive

For more than 30 years, I'm on the road with Microsoft technologies. The last 15 years I talk (as always) about OneDrive and Collaboration. Nowadays I'm working only, if I have fun, giving workshops to the community, mid size and Enterprise companies... Show more

Sara has over 25 years’ experience, has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) for over 15 years and is also a MCT Regional Lead and Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) for Microsoft 365 and Security.

Sara has been working with Microsoft 365 since the preview in April 2011 and holds over 50 Microsoft Certifications. Sara’s company still use the same Microsoft 365 Tenant opened back in 2011.

As a trainer Sara’s professional aim is to help make technology more accessible by increasing knowledge and decreasing fear. In her own words “I love helping others advance their own skills and use of technology, whilst challenging myself to advance my own skills and expertise.”

Sara provides training across Microsoft 365 from beginner to admin and everyone in between. Sara specializes in productivity, security & compliance within Microsoft 365.

Sara is a founding member of the Viva Explorers and also the New Community Speakers initiative both of which support other community members.

Sara has over 25 years’ experience, has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) for over 15 years and is also a MCT Regional Lead and Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) for Microsoft 365 and Security. Sara has been working with Microsoft ... Show more

As Head of Consulting and Engineering Services at Solvion, I lead cross-functional teams that develop tailored solutions to enhance digital workplace productivity. I oversee our unit's technical strategy and portfolio, coordinate marketing initiatives, and contribute to pre-sales activities. As an active Microsoft 365 community member, Microsoft MVP, and part of the PnP Team, I help organize local events and user groups. I also serve as an external lecturer at the local university, where I share my experience in hopes of helping our future cloud champions.

As Head of Consulting and Engineering Services at Solvion, I lead cross-functional teams that develop tailored solutions to enhance digital workplace productivity. I oversee our unit's technical strategy and portfolio, coordinate marketing initiative... Show more

Melissa Houghton is a Principal Software Engineer at MakerX, a Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies, an international conference speaker, and a technical community event organiser. She is a Women in Tech WA 2023 Tech [+] Award Winner and an Octopus Insider.

She is a driven software engineer and excellent leader with extensive experience in end-to-end application development and delivery. She enjoys solving complex problems and is always open to learning new things, with current work focused on .NET and Azure.

Outside of the tech world, Melissa lives in Australia's South West, raising her twin baby girls. In her free time, she loves to travel and has a boutique wine business with her winemaker husband.

Melissa Houghton is a Principal Software Engineer at MakerX, a Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies, an international conference speaker, and a technical community event organiser. She is a Women in Tech WA 2023 Tech [+] Award Winner and an Octopu... Show more

Rebekka Aalbers works as a Power Platform technical consultant at Fellowmind . Her focus is on building low code solutions with the Power Platform. Her drive is to get the most out of the out of the box capabilities of the platform and only use custom development when it really adds value. She loves to help people getting started on their Power Platform journey. Rebekka received the Microsoft Business Applications MVP award in 2019.

Rebekka Aalbers works as a Power Platform technical consultant at Fellowmind . Her focus is on building low code solutions with the Power Platform. Her drive is to get the most out of the out of the box capabilities of the platform and only use custo... Show more

Sinan is an Android GDE and he works as Staff Engineer at Delivery Hero, food delivery company. He has been working with Android since 2011 and has 13 years of professional experience with software development. He is passionate about Kotlin and loves to contribute open-source.

Sinan is an Android GDE and he works as Staff Engineer at Delivery Hero, food delivery company. He has been working with Android since 2011 and has 13 years of professional experience with software development. He is passionate about Kotlin and loves... Show more

I am a consultant with a focus on architecture and cloud.

I started to work as a .NET consultant in 2007 in a world with many Winform- and console applications. Soon I got attracted by the web and my career evolved into that direction more and more. When cloud computing arise I could not resist jumping on that train and that train is still moving ahead.
As a consultant, I see many things. Some things might look the same, but they are not. That is what I like about it, getting out of the comfort zone and learning something new every day!

I am a consultant with a focus on architecture and cloud. I started to work as a .NET consultant in 2007 in a world with many Winform- and console applications. Soon I got attracted by the web and my career evolved into that direction more and mo... Show more

Since 2007, I have been working on Microsoft collaborative solutions and I became passionate about SharePoint, then Teams. I support my clients in the deployment of Microsoft 365, including those who are on Lotus Notes and want to switch to Microsoft.

Since 2007, I have been working on Microsoft collaborative solutions and I became passionate about SharePoint, then Teams. I support my clients in the deployment of Microsoft 365, including those who are on Lotus Notes and want to switch to Microsoft... Show more

Dennes is a DBA and Data Platform MVP (2020-2023) living in Malta who loves Data Platform, including Azure Data Platform, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server and recently got involved by Generative AI. In the past, he was married with software development, resulting in a total of more than 20 years of experience between Data Platform, cloud and software development. He moved to Malta after more than 10 years leading devSQL PASS Chapter in Rio de Janeiro and now is a member of the leadership team of MMDPUG PASS Chapter in Malta organizing meetings, events, and webcasts about Microsoft Data Platform. He is an MCT, MCSE in Data Platforms and BI, with more titles in software development. He can be found working for DTower Software and speaking in SQL Saturdays around Europe

Dennes is a DBA and Data Platform MVP (2020-2023) living in Malta who loves Data Platform, including Azure Data Platform, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server and recently got involved by Generative AI. In the past, he was married with software development, ... Show more

Works for Pandora, a jewelry brand based in Copenhagen (DK).
Product Manager for the common Content Management platform built on Sharepoint.
Co-admin of the company's Power BI tenant with duties of governance, monitoring and auditing.
Solution Owner for the Data Analytics and Identity Access Management Azure platform.

Former Microsoft MVP Data Platform 2018-2024.
Common speaker in events and conferences around Europe (SQL Saturdays, PASS Summit, SQL Nexus, Intelligent Cloud, SQL Konferenz, SQL Day Poland, dataMinds Connect, Power BI Summit, Power Platform Bootcamp, etc).
Speaker for DW/BI and the Italian Virtual Chapter.

Author for sqlservercentral.com, sqlshack.com, UGISS (User Group Italiano SQL Server).

Works for Pandora, a jewelry brand based in Copenhagen (DK). Product Manager for the common Content Management platform built on Sharepoint. Co-admin of the company's Power BI tenant with duties of governance, monitoring and auditing. Solution Own... Show more

Hila Fish is a Solutions Architect @ AWS, with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry.
Hashicorp & Women tech Makers Ambassador, and an International public speaker who believes the DevOps culture is what drives a company to perform at its best and talks about that and other DevOps/Infrastructure topics at conferences.
She advocates for enhancing business success through the strategic application of technology.

In her spare time, Hila is a lead singer of a cover band, giving back to the community by co-organizing DevOps-related conferences (Inc. "DevOpsDays TLV" & "StatsCraft" monitoring-focused event), providing mentorship and managing programs in “Baot” (The largest technical women’s community in Israel), and enjoys sharing her passion and knowledge wherever she can, including across diverse technology communities, initiatives and social media.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hila-fish
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hilafish1

Hila Fish is a Solutions Architect @ AWS, with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. Hashicorp & Women tech Makers Ambassador, and an International public speaker who believes the DevOps culture is what drives a company to perform at its... Show more

I love reliable, efficient, and fun things.
Kotlin is my go-to tool to achieve that in software projects since 2016.

When considering others and their situations enough, it's possible to change a lot of things.

I'm specialized in asynchronous and concurrent programming with coroutines, in Kotlin Multiplatform, Android, Bluetooth Low Energy, Wear OS, Compose, library & SDK development, and Kotlin scripting.

I maintain a few successful open source projects like refreshVersions and Splitties fun-pack, while seeking new problems to solve with new libraries.

Always trying to innovate, I am interested in a lot of technical subjects of all scales, and how they are linked, directly or not.

I also specifically love commuting by recumbent bike, velomobiles, and lego technic.

I love reliable, efficient, and fun things. Kotlin is my go-to tool to achieve that in software projects since 2016. When considering others and their situations enough, it's possible to change a lot of things. I'm specialized in asynchronous ... Show more

Founder - CodeSizzler India | UAE
AI Engineer
7x Microsoft MVP on Azure
8x Microsoft Certified Trainer
Azure Cloud Advocate

Founder - CodeSizzler India | UAE AI Engineer 7x Microsoft MVP on Azure 8x Microsoft Certified Trainer Azure Cloud Advocate Show more