Agriculture, Food & Forestry

Experts in farming, food production, and forestry, contributing to sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental conservation

Munikumar Pindi

Munikumar Pindi

Munikumar Pindi is a seasoned OTM/GTM Techno-Functional Consultant with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) and Global Trade Management (GTM). Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional capabilities in implementation, performance tuning, upgrades, cloud and version migrations, and integration of advanced tracking systems.
Currently serving as an OTM Business Analyst at Kik Consumer Products, Munikumar specializes in analyzing functional requirements, resolving complex production issues, and managing both onsite deliverables and Oracle enhancement releases. His leadership in onsite-offshore coordination ensures timely and quality project outcomes.
Previously, at Zenfair-Solutions Inc., he played a key role in implementing scalable OTM solutions for high-profile clients like Coca-Cola, focusing on seamless ERP integration and system performance optimization. His tenure at Oracle India Pvt Ltd saw him leading a team of professionals for Unilever's OTM projects, retrofitting on-premise solutions to cloud, and spearheading configuration and troubleshooting initiatives. Munikumar’s technical acumen extends across diverse client environments including Trane Technologies, Ricoh USA, GE Healthcare, and DHL Global Forwarding. His expertise covers core OTM/GTM modules such as Order and Shipment Management, Contract and Rate Management, Trade Compliance, and Business Process Automation. He is proficient in SQL, PL/SQL, XML, HTML, CSS, XSL, and data analytics, and has a strong command of user interface customization and system integration.
An alumnus of JNTU University Anantapur, holding a B.Tech in Information Technology, Munikumar combines technical depth with a client-focused mindset, making him a valuable contributor to enterprise supply chain and logistics transformations.

Munikumar Pindi is a seasoned OTM/GTM Techno-Functional Consultant with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) and Global Trade Management (GTM). Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional capa... Show more

Laura Valentina Rodriguez Ore

Laura Valentina Rodriguez Ore

Estudiante de Ingeniería Industrial en la Universidad Nacional del Callao e Ingeniería de Sistemas en la Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, combinando una sólida base académica con una pasión por el aprendizaje continuo y el desarrollo profesional. A lo largo de mi formación, eh demostrado un firme compromiso con el voluntariado, participando activamente en diversas iniciativas comunitarias y programas de apoyo, aportando tiempo y conocimientos al servicio de los demás.

Eh sido parte de hackathones y datathones, donde potencié habilidades en resolución de problemas, innovación y creatividad en ambientes de alta presión. Mi interés por la investigación y la tecnología, me ha llevado a colaborar en proyectos interdisciplinarios, donde se enfoca en implementar nuevas metodologías y tecnologías para optimizar procesos y sistemas.

Cuento con experiencia técnica en seguridad industrial, gestión de proyectos, y metodologías ágiles como Scrum, además de poseer certificación como Scrum Master. Mi conocimiento se extiende a una amplia gama de herramientas y lenguajes de programación, incluyendo Landbot, Excel, PowerPoint, C++, Python, Java y CSS, lo que le permite abordar problemas desde distintas perspectivas tecnológicas.

Destacándome también en habilidades de trabajo en equipo y escucha activa, lideré y contribuí a diversos proyectos académicos y extracurriculares, asegurando la alineación de objetivos y el éxito ,para la realización de los proyectos.

Estudiante de Ingeniería Industrial en la Universidad Nacional del Callao e Ingeniería de Sistemas en la Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, combinando una sólida base académica con una pasión por el aprendizaje continuo y el desarrollo profesi... Show more

Nicholas Musau

Nicholas Musau

I'm a Spatial Data Scientist

I'm a Spatial Data Scientist Show more

Harsh Patel

Harsh Patel

My name is Harsh Patel. I am Dynamics Business Central/ NAV functional consultant, having 10 years of experience in ERP implementation, business process optimization, and digital transformation with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/ NAV solutions for businesses across various industries.

As a functional consultant, I have a good understanding of business processes and requirements, enabling to design tailored solutions that align with clients' unique needs and objectives.

My name is Harsh Patel. I am Dynamics Business Central/ NAV functional consultant, having 10 years of experience in ERP implementation, business process optimization, and digital transformation with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/ NAV soluti... Show more

Ricardo Sandoval-Palos

Ricardo Sandoval-Palos

Ricardo Sandoval-Palos is the Public Editor of the Public Broadcasting Service -- the audience representative before PBS and its community of producers and journalists. He is an award-winning investigative reporter and multimedia editor who helped shape reporting teams of nonprofit newsrooms and recently co-founded palabra, the digital magazine of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.

Ricardo is a former supervising editor of NPR’s Morning Edition broadcast, an editor with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists and The Sacramento Bee, and a Latin America correspondent for the Dallas Morning News and the San Jose Mercury News. Before that, he was an investigative business reporter in California and co-author of the award-winning biography, "The Fight in the Fields: Cesar Chavez and the Farmworkers Movement."

Ricardo Sandoval-Palos is the Public Editor of the Public Broadcasting Service -- the audience representative before PBS and its community of producers and journalists. He is an award-winning investigative reporter and multimedia editor who helped sh... Show more

Christian Grimsgaard

Christian Grimsgaard

Christian is a senior frontend developer at Kantega, and is highly enthusiastic about pixels and coffee. Ask him about React or the optimal way to brew a washed Kenyan coffee, and he’ll talk for days.

Christian is a senior frontend developer at Kantega, and is highly enthusiastic about pixels and coffee. Ask him about React or the optimal way to brew a washed Kenyan coffee, and he’ll talk for days. Show more

Yasmin Peters

Yasmin Peters

Mitarbeitende Hochschuldidaktik und eLearning

Mitarbeitende Hochschuldidaktik und eLearning Show more

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade is a Machine Learning Engineer with a strong track record across early-stage (Pre-seed, Series A) and late-stage (Series E) startups, complemented by research, teaching, and entrepreneurial experiences at NYU. As a founding ML engineer, he has built systems from 0→1, including large-scale data pipelines with significant cost savings. He also co-authored a research paper on wildfire spread prediction models, cited over 50 times, which has gained renewed relevance amid recent wildfire events in Los Angeles.

https://github.com/ashwinpn
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=mHMnqNQAAAAJ&hl

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade is a Machine Learning Engineer with a strong track record across early-stage (Pre-seed, Series A) and late-stage (Series E) startups, complemented by research, teaching, and entrepreneurial experiences at NYU. As a founding ML ... Show more

Luciano D'Alessandra

Luciano D'Alessandra

Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'artigianato, settore legno, e l'altra è un'azienda agricola. Sono un perito informatico e dopo aver iniziato gli studi al dipartimento di matematica e informatica all'università di Catania, per imprevisti o forse opportunità, non ho concluso la carriera da programmatore, ho capito che volevo fare altre cose da grande e adesso sto completando gli studi in Architettura e design industriale presso la San Raffaele Roma.
Sono una ex recluta del GDG Catania e ho fatto tanta esperienza nel mondo delle startup, partendo dal brainstorming.
Ho molte skill, ma resto umile, mi piace la musica e la pasta al forno.

Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'... Show more

Bravin Kulei

Bravin Kulei

software engineer with a hardware heartbeat—blending code, circuits, and creativity to build smart systems that think, sense, and inspire.

software engineer with a hardware heartbeat—blending code, circuits, and creativity to build smart systems that think, sense, and inspire. Show more

Precious Tom

Precious Tom

Precious Tom is the founder and CEO of Pandascrow Inc. Tom was a Mentor with Sugar Labs in Google Summer of Code and Code-in. Ex CTO at Farmsby.

Tom is an Open Source Evangelize and contributes to several communities.

Precious Tom is the founder and CEO of Pandascrow Inc. Tom was a Mentor with Sugar Labs in Google Summer of Code and Code-in. Ex CTO at Farmsby. Tom is an Open Source Evangelize and contributes to several communities. Show more

Sandie Markle

Sandie Markle

Sandie Markle is the founder of Blueberri, a boutique consultancy that helps food creators, platforms, and content teams bring clarity to complex systems. With over a decade of experience in food tech and content operations, she specializes in structured content, metadata, and taxonomies that power discoverability and connection. A certified content engineering practitioner, Sandie has worked on the platforms and content structures that make features like shoppable recipes and smart kitchen integrations possible. She is also the author of the upcoming book Create Once, Share Everywhere™, which makes structured content concepts more approachable for creators and teams.

Sandie Markle is the founder of Blueberri, a boutique consultancy that helps food creators, platforms, and content teams bring clarity to complex systems. With over a decade of experience in food tech and content operations, she specializes in struct... Show more

Christian Marvelous

Christian Marvelous

Okafor Christian Marvelous is my full name, I have over 15 years of experience in real life, Tech, Management and Public Speaking. I live both in Abuja and Asaba. I am proficient in Graphic design, UX/UI design, WordPress website design, writer and proofreading.

Okafor Christian Marvelous is my full name, I have over 15 years of experience in real life, Tech, Management and Public Speaking. I live both in Abuja and Asaba. I am proficient in Graphic design, UX/UI design, WordPress website design, writer... Show more

Nsom Alain

Nsom Alain

Nsom Alain holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (BBA), Certification in AI Career Essential, served as Accountant and Admin Operator with Light Up Business Solutions (LUBS), a business consulting firm that supports entrepreneurs and corporate bodies through strategy, training, and human resource development. currently volunteering with LinkUp Cameroon.

As a Business Consultant, Educator, and Entrepreneurial Coach, Alain is passionate about helping individuals and organizations turn potential into performance. His work spans business development, HR support, and strategic planning, empowering startups to build sustainable structures and thrive in competitive markets.

Driven by the vision of a self-sustaining community, he advocates for practical entrepreneurship, ethical leadership, and innovation. At DevFest 2025, he brings a unique bridge between technology and business sustainability guiding developers to think like founders, not just coders.

Nsom Alain holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (BBA), Certification in AI Career Essential, served as Accountant and Admin Operator with Light Up Business Solutions (LUBS), a business consulting firm that supports entrepreneurs and ... Show more

Bryan Medrano

Bryan Medrano

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores como banca, retail, automotriz, agroindustrias y educación superior.

En BAC-Credomatic, Grupo Casa Pellas "Toyota Nicaragua" e INCAE Business School, he implementado/rediseñado soluciones avanzadas como Tableau, Power BI y Salesforce, mejorando la eficiencia operativa y la toma de decisiones basadas en datos. He impulsado la reestructuración de KPIs, la automatización de procesos comerciales y la integración de sistemas CRM, impactando positivamente en la estrategia de marketing digital y las operaciones comerciales, gestionando la sinergia entre talentosos equipos multidisciplinarios.

Paralelamente me he desempeñado como Profesor en especializaciones en Inteligencia de Negocios y Operaciones a nivel internacional, donde comparto mis conocimientos para empoderar a futuros líderes en analítica y transformación empresarial.

Mi enfoque se centra en la innovación, la mejora continua y la transformación digital para generar valor estratégico a través de los datos.

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores c... Show more

James Okonkwo

James Okonkwo

Ikenna James Okonkwo is a Software Engineer and Author at Interswitch Nigeria. With a strong background in backend engineering and system design, he loves building reliable software and sharing knowledge with the next generation of tech talent. He’s passionate about simplifying complex concepts like SDLC, microservices, and cloud engineering.

Ikenna James Okonkwo is a Software Engineer and Author at Interswitch Nigeria. With a strong background in backend engineering and system design, he loves building reliable software and sharing knowledge with the next generation of tech talent. He’s ... Show more

Katherine Martinez

Katherine Martinez

Katherine Martinez (Katosonika) is an ATL-based Afro-Latin Cultural Wellness Architect, multimedia DJ, and creative strategist. Through her studios Kreative Mutants and Sona Flora, she’s spent nearly a decade designing immersive experiences that blend storytelling, ritual, and community-powered creativity. Since 2023, she’s been integrating AI to explore how soulful tech can amplify underrepresented voices and shape inclusive creative futures.

Katherine Martinez (Katosonika) is an ATL-based Afro-Latin Cultural Wellness Architect, multimedia DJ, and creative strategist. Through her studios Kreative Mutants and Sona Flora, she’s spent nearly a decade designing immersive experiences that blen... Show more

Saurabh Aggarwal

Saurabh Aggarwal

Saurabh Aggarwal is a Senior Manager & Principal Data Scientist at a major software company based in Silicon Valley, with over 15 years of expertise in data science, machine learning, and AI.

A seasoned keynote speaker and cloud solutions architect, he leads teams that deliver impactful insights and AI-driven solutions for developer ecosystems. Saurabh is a Fulbright scholar, with multiple research publications, and holds a master's degree with distinction from San Jose State University. His work bridges cutting-edge research and practical application, driving innovation in platform services.

Saurabh Aggarwal is a Senior Manager & Principal Data Scientist at a major software company based in Silicon Valley, with over 15 years of expertise in data science, machine learning, and AI. A seasoned keynote speaker and cloud solutions archite... Show more

Joe Gavin

Joe Gavin

Joe Gavin is from the Greater Boston area. He is a former SQL Server DBA and MSSQLTips.com Author.

Joe Gavin is from the Greater Boston area. He is a former SQL Server DBA and MSSQLTips.com Author. Show more

Adrien Menini

Adrien Menini

Originaire d'un sud ouest rural et agricole, mon parcours est largement influencé par le rapport au vivant et la convivialité.
Depuis 10 ans, je travaille sur les problématiques d’organisation de projets toujours dans un souci d’optimiser la création de valeur.
Je mets l’accent sur la pérennité des démarches mises en œuvre en m’appuyant sur : l’intelligence collective, l’humain, les méthodes agiles et le lean management.
Mes expériences récentes m’ont permis de développer une spécialité dans la méthode Scrum et l’approche produit.
Passionné par l’humain, je consacre mon énergie pour permettre à une organisation et aux personnes qui la composent d’être au meilleur de leurs capacités.
Pour l'avenir, j'espère avoir encore plus d'impact positif auprès de mes équipes, afin qu'elles apportent de la valeur et du sens à leur contexte.

Originaire d'un sud ouest rural et agricole, mon parcours est largement influencé par le rapport au vivant et la convivialité. Depuis 10 ans, je travaille sur les problématiques d’organisation de projets toujours dans un souci d’optimiser la créatio... Show more

Itay Lidovski

Itay Lidovski

Itay is a leading security researcher in the Argus Cyber Penetration Testing team, which is a red team, focused in the automotive industry. Before that, Itay worked as a developer and forensic data researcher. Among his roles, Itay specializes in pen-testing and security research for the automotive industry and specifically of various electronic control units (ECUs), e.g. telematic control units (TCUs) and body control modules (BCMs). Currently, Itay is working on his master’s degree in mathematics in Tel Aviv’s University, in tandem with his work in Argus.
Itay wrote the article “How Quantum Computing Could Affect the Automotive Landscape”, published in “CPO magazine”, and is set to talk about zero-day vulnerabilities in the automotive landscape in the ELIV conference this October.

Itay is a leading security researcher in the Argus Cyber Penetration Testing team, which is a red team, focused in the automotive industry. Before that, Itay worked as a developer and forensic data researcher. Among his roles, Itay specializes in pen... Show more

Alex Finnarn

Alex Finnarn

Alex is an experienced whatever-end developer focusing on system design after conquering many codebases. He is most passionate about improving the developer and content editor experience while reducing the maintenance burden of the applications he works on.

"Code is easy. People are hard." - Alex

Alex is an experienced whatever-end developer focusing on system design after conquering many codebases. He is most passionate about improving the developer and content editor experience while reducing the maintenance burden of the applications he wo... Show more

John Darrington

John Darrington

John Darrington, recently of the Idaho National Laboratory, has worked in software engineering for over 15 years. He has a wide breadth of experience from fintech to scientific computing. He has led small and multi-organizational teams and has had a recent emphasis in data engineering. He enjoys working with engineers of all levels, helping all grow together in pursuit of excellence in a difficult field. He currently lives in rural Maine with his wife and two children.

John Darrington, recently of the Idaho National Laboratory, has worked in software engineering for over 15 years. He has a wide breadth of experience from fintech to scientific computing. He has led small and multi-organizational teams and has had a ... Show more

Jose Arnulfo Reyes

Jose Arnulfo Reyes

Mi nombre es Arnulfo. Me encanta compartir mis experiencias personales y profesionales en conferencias y reuniones donde trato de ayudar e inspirar a otros a lograr sus metas. Colaborador de comunidades open source locales e internacionales, creo puentes entre proyectos y personas para potenciar el software libre.

Mi nombre es Arnulfo. Me encanta compartir mis experiencias personales y profesionales en conferencias y reuniones donde trato de ayudar e inspirar a otros a lograr sus metas. Colaborador de comunidades open source locales e internacionales, creo pue... Show more

Awoke Dagnew Kassahun

Awoke Dagnew Kassahun

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range of development and humanitarian projects. Awoke's expertise spans program management, monitoring, and evaluation, particularly in areas such as water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), women’s empowerment, digital rights, and social inclusion. His experience includes strategy development, project design and execution, program logistics administration, and engaging in policy dialogues. Currently, he is working with HOPE International Development Agency in the capacity of Strategy and Programs Manager and actively volunteering with TOGETHER, a civil society working towards narrowing down the digital divide for persons with disabilities.

Awoke holds a Master’s degree in Political Science and Social Work, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. He is an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center and the DATA4CHANGE Data Storytelling and Design Sprint. Recognized for his leadership and impact, Awoke was awarded the African Youth SDGs Achievers Award in 2022, under the category of Leader of Equality. His professional interests include policy dialogue, digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, women’s empowerment, and WASH issues.

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range o... Show more

Aymeric Weinbach

Aymeric Weinbach

MVP Azure depuis 8 ans mes sujets de prédilection sont Azure l'IoT et la robotique

MVP Azure depuis 8 ans mes sujets de prédilection sont Azure l'IoT et la robotique Show more

Der Darmexperte

Der Darmexperte

Der Darmexperte ist ein bekannter Ernährungsinfluencer mit über 27 Jahren Erfahrung in der biologischen Medizin. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der natürlichen Behandlung und Vorbeugung von typischen Zivilisationskrankheiten wie Reizdarm, Blähungen und chronischer Müdigkeit – durch eine ausgewogene und wissenschaftlich fundierte Ernährung. Mit einfachen Tipps, leicht umsetzbaren Rezepten und einem ganzheitlichen Ansatz hilft er seinen Followern, ihre Darmgesundheit zu verbessern und mehr Lebensqualität zu gewinnen.

Der Darmexperte ist ein bekannter Ernährungsinfluencer mit über 27 Jahren Erfahrung in der biologischen Medizin. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der natürlichen Behandlung und Vorbeugung von typischen Zivilisationskrankheiten wie Reizdarm, Blähungen und c... Show more

Jeff Julian

Jeff Julian

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Microsoft MVP in XML and SharePoint, former co-leader of this .NET User Group, and has been working on web applications since the mid-90s.

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Micro... Show more

Hector De Castro

Hector De Castro

Hector De Castro is the Chairman of REGENERA LUXURY, the world's 1st certification for regenerative luxury hotels and retreats. With over 23 years of experience across four continents in the hospitality sector, Hector is recognized as one of the most influential voices in the industry's evolution toward a regenerative model.

He currently helps entrepreneurs and hotel owners implement highly profitable and regenerative models, while also investing in and supporting social projects. PhD cand and Professor at University of Cancun.

Hector has led growth strategies for both SMEs and Fortune 500 companies, conducted audits for premium brands such as SHANGRI-LA, as well as boutique luxury hotels. Prolific speaker.

Academic approach:
PhD cand. in regenerative hotels | Certified Expert in Sustainable Tourism by GSTC | Global ExMBA from IE Business School (AAA) | Master in Hotel Mngmnt | PMP | International Trade Technician | Univ. Diploma in Business Mngmnt | Bachelor's in Legal Trans.

Hector De Castro is the Chairman of REGENERA LUXURY, the world's 1st certification for regenerative luxury hotels and retreats. With over 23 years of experience across four continents in the hospitality sector, Hector is recognized as one of the most... Show more

David Laribee

David Laribee

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, retail, technology, insurance, defense, and higher education.

David has been at the forefront of several movements in software development. He helped create the dojo approach to immersive learning, popularize lean and kanban methods, and introduce product thinking to the agile landscape. As an engineering leader, David was an early adopter and advocate of eXtreme Programming, Kanban and Domain Driven Design. David is a former Microsoft MVP in both Solutions Architecture and C# and co-founder of the ALT.NET movement, which has spawned dozens of user groups across the globe dedicated to open-source and modern engineering practices.

Before founding Nerd/Noir with his wife, Alexandra West, David coached the product development teams at VersionOne, a market leader in agile project management tools. These days you can find him working across several active dojos, collaborating with leaders on strategy, and helping to build capable coaching teams at Fortune 500 firms and hypergrowth startups. David started work life at the early age of five on a farm in Upstate NY — an upbringing that accounts for his lead-from-the-front approach, appreciation for small/cross-disciplinary teams, and appreciation for authentic maple syrup.

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, ret... Show more

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