Business & Management

Professionals who specialize in the organization and oversight of business activities, as well as focus on planning, directing, and controlling company operations

Reid Schmidling

Reid Schmidling

Reid is a seasoned data professional with a wealth of experience in data visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, and artificial intelligence. In his professional capacity, Reid specializes in consulting on IT processes to drive improvement and efficiency. In addition to his role, Reid is deeply involved in developing Power Platform solutions, integrating artificial intelligence, and advocating for enhanced end-user technology experiences.

Before transitioning into tech, Reid built a successful career in the finance industry. From broker and trader to consultant, where he assisted Financial Advisors in scaling and marketing their businesses, while also serving as a trusted expert in investments and strategy.

Reid is a proud graduate of Kansas State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration specializing in Finance with a minor in Leadership Studies.

Outside of work, Reid enjoys spending quality time with his wife and son. He also enjoys the company of his dogs, Finley and Bentley, and enjoys the occasional lake trip, serving on nonprofit boards, reading, continuous learning, sharing knowledge, and working on side projects.

Four Colors: Green | Gold | Orange | Blue
Myers-Briggs: ISTP

Reid is a seasoned data professional with a wealth of experience in data visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, and artificial intelligence. In his professional capacity, Reid specializes in consulting on IT processes to drive improvement and effic... Show more

Anesu Makwasha

Anesu Makwasha

Igniting the African Growth Story: Harnessing Data, AI, and ML to Empower Industries, Markets, and Lives.

As an Intrepreneur/Entrepreneur, I am fuelled by a burning passion for propelling business growth through effective processes and structures. However, my vision extends far beyond that. I firmly believe that the power of Data Insights, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning will serve as the catalysts propelling Africa into a realm of double-figure growth in sectors such as Agriculture, Financial Inclusion, Insurance Penetration, and more.

Forever a Mentee and student of life, I have amassed 9 years of invaluable experience as a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Lead/Owner. My journey has taken me through diverse environments, honing my skills in monitoring, maintaining, and surpassing client satisfaction goals and growth objectives through data-driven teams.

I hold a special interest in capturing the millennial market and leveraging Modelling Artificial Intelligence systems to unlock exponential growth opportunities in the African Market. To complement my expertise, I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Actuarial Science at the esteemed University of Nairobi.

Beyond my educational background and industry experience, I have founded two successful startups that showcase my commitment to driving technological advancements and intrinsic value in the world:

1. BimaSmart: An Insurance Evaluation platform revolutionizing risk assessment and pricing of micro-insurance. I successfully sold the concept to https://jetsure-agritech.com/ in 2016-2017.

2. Tose Technologies LTD: A groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning think tank focused on implementing AI in Agriculture Value Chains to mitigate risk associated with financial instruments. Though currently at the ideation stage, we are poised to embark on a proof of concept journey in October 2022.

Igniting the African Growth Story: Harnessing Data, AI, and ML to Empower Industries, Markets, and Lives. As an Intrepreneur/Entrepreneur, I am fuelled by a burning passion for propelling business growth through effective processes and structures.... Show more

Elisa Schneider

Elisa Schneider

Elisa Schneider é especialista em gestão de mudanças e melhoria contínua, com ampla experiência na aplicação de práticas ágeis em ambientes preditivos fora da área de TI. Certificada PMP, Green Belt, CSM e KSD, atua como agente de mudanças operacionais em nível nacional, impulsionando a transformação de processos em um cenário altamente regulado.

Sua atuação combina abordagens ágeis e lean com a gestão tradicional de projetos, permitindo a adoção de novas práticas sem comprometer a previsibilidade e a governança exigidas pelo contexto. Elisa acredita que a mentalidade ágil pode gerar impacto real em qualquer setor, desde que bem adaptada à cultura e aos desafios organizacionais.

No Agile Trends, compartilha sua experiência em integrar agilidade a operações estruturadas, demonstrando como conceitos ágeis podem trazer eficiência e inovação mesmo em ambientes tradicionalmente preditivos.

Elisa Schneider é especialista em gestão de mudanças e melhoria contínua, com ampla experiência na aplicação de práticas ágeis em ambientes preditivos fora da área de TI. Certificada PMP, Green Belt, CSM e KSD, atua como agente de mudanças operaciona... Show more

Johanna G Vega

Johanna G Vega

Johanna Granados Vega es CEO & Founder de Grupo Disruptivus y Asociados S.A.S., Arquitecta, MBA, Especialista en Gerencia de Proyectos, Coach Empresarial y Executive Business Coach.

Cuenta con más de 14 años de experiencia en el mundo corporativo y empresarial, habiendo ocupado cargos gerenciales y liderado proyectos de alto impacto en reconocidas multinacionales y grupos empresariales en Colombia en áreas de construcción, expansión, administración, gerencia de proyectos y desarrollo de negocio.

Hoy, desde Grupo Disruptivus, acompaña a CEOs, fundadores, líderes y empresas en procesos de estrategia, liderazgo, marca personal corporativa, networking, relacionamiento empresarial para B2B y B2C, posicionamiento y agilidad empresarial. A través de su firma ha impactado a más de 12.500 líderes, acompañado a más de 300 empresas en Colombia y Latinoamérica y desarrollado procesos de transformación para organizaciones, empresarios y equipos de alto desempeño.

Ha dictado más de 25 conferencias internacionales, es autora del libro “Emprende con Alma” —del cual ha vendido más de 2.000 ejemplares— y creadora del podcast “Quo-gruencia” y de la newsletter “Punto Quo-gruencia”, espacios desde los cuales comparte tendencias, herramientas y reflexiones sobre liderazgo, negocios, networking y transformación empresarial.

Es creadora del Método Sé Disruptivus®, una metodología que integra liderazgo, marca personal, estrategia de negocio y agilidad ejecutable para ayudar a profesionales y empresas a crecer con propósito, visibilidad y resultados reales.

En 2025 recibió el reconocimiento Exceptional Woman of Excellence del Women Economic Forum Ecuador y fue destacada por la Revista Factor de Éxito entre las “50 Mujeres que Transforman los Negocios en Colombia”. Además, ha sido invitada a diferentes medios, publicaciones y espacios empresariales de alto reconocimiento.

Actualmente es miembro activa de BNI Colombia y Directora Consultora de BNI Apex, fortaleciendo ecosistemas de networking empresarial, relacionamiento estratégico y crecimiento profesional.

Hoy se define como Arquitecta de Negocios Disruptivus, construyendo negocios, marcas y líderes con estructura, confianza y visión de futuro.

Johanna Granados Vega es CEO & Founder de Grupo Disruptivus y Asociados S.A.S., Arquitecta, MBA, Especialista en Gerencia de Proyectos, Coach Empresarial y Executive Business Coach. Cuenta con más de 14 años de experiencia en el mundo corporativo ... Show more

Angelika Krolikowska Szwaj

Angelika Krolikowska Szwaj

Hello there, I’m a Solution Engineer at Microsoft, working with data, analytics, and AI platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and Microsoft Foundry. I’m a Computer Engineer and hold an official MSc in Big Data (not quite a Jedi Master… yet 😄), with a strong interest in connecting analytics, business semantics, and AI to enable truly context‑aware decision making.
I also bring experience from Apps & Innovation, with a strong focus on application modernization and developer platform, especially GitHub and cloud‑native practices.
Outside of work, I enjoy collecting vinyl records, analog photography, and exploring creative ways to blend technology and art.

Hello there, I’m a Solution Engineer at Microsoft, working with data, analytics, and AI platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and Microsoft Foundry. I’m a Computer Engineer and hold an official MSc in Big Data (not quite a Jedi Master… yet 😄... Show more

Carlo Pio Luigi Ciciriello

Carlo Pio Luigi Ciciriello

Associate Director focused on Enterprise & Cloud Transformation, Executive Advisory, and strategic technology modernization across complex enterprise environments.

With over 20 years of experience across consulting, enterprise architecture, cloud networking, infrastructure modernization, and security strategy, I help organizations design scalable, resilient, and business-aligned technology ecosystems across Hybrid and Multi-Cloud environments.

My work combines executive advisory with deep technical expertise across cloud networking, cloud security, observability, automation, AI-driven infrastructure, and large-scale enterprise architectures.
I collaborate with enterprise organizations, consulting teams, and technical communities to align strategic transformation objectives with scalable technology execution.

I am actively involved in global technology communities as a Microsoft MVP, AWS Community Builder, Cisco Champion, Aviatrix Cloud Networking Hero, AWS Authorized Instructor, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Cisco Instructor.

My sessions focus on translating complex technical challenges into practical, scalable, and business-relevant transformation strategies for modern enterprise environments.

Associate Director focused on Enterprise & Cloud Transformation, Executive Advisory, and strategic technology modernization across complex enterprise environments. With over 20 years of experience across consulting, enterprise architecture, cloud ... Show more

Ayoade Adegbite

Ayoade Adegbite

Ayoade Adegbite is an accomplished data and analytics engineer with extensive experience leveraging advanced data tools and enterprise ecosystems to deliver actionable insights across diverse industries. He designs sophisticated analytical models, ensures data integrity, and implements impactful data solutions. With a strong background in ETL processes, data visualization, and robust documentation practices, Ayoade has consistently driven significant improvements in data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.

Ayoade’s professional journey includes notable roles such as Data Analyst Engineer at WirePick, where he achieved a 35% improvement in data integration accuracy and developed a 12% enhancement in data delivery. His expertise extends to consulting roles, where he optimized business processes and revitalized operations using advanced technologies like Airflow and dbt. Ayoade holds Tableau and Apache Airflow certifications, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. He has also contributed as a speaker and mentor in various data-focused events and programs. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, Ayoade continues to push the boundaries of data analytics and engineering.

Ayoade Adegbite is an accomplished data and analytics engineer with extensive experience leveraging advanced data tools and enterprise ecosystems to deliver actionable insights across diverse industries. He designs sophisticated analytical models, en... Show more

Steeve Evers

Steeve Evers

I prepare teams for the new paradigm: one where humans and AI agents work together, building responsible products.
An Agile practitioner since 2010, I created AIAD (AI-Agent Iterative Development), an open-source framework for orchestrating software development with AI agents. LCA certified and trainer in Eco-designed Product Management, I advocate for tech that performs AND respects its limits.
My credo: a developer's value no longer lies in their ability to write code, but in their ability to express a precise intent and validate a result — including its impact.
📘 Author of Mieux collaborer en 100 jours (Better Collaboration in 100 Days)
🎓 Creator of CertifAgile.fr (free certification)
🔧 Creator of the AIAD framework
🌱 LCA Certified • Eco-designed PM Trainer

I prepare teams for the new paradigm: one where humans and AI agents work together, building responsible products. An Agile practitioner since 2010, I created AIAD (AI-Agent Iterative Development), an open-source framework for orchestrating software... Show more

Amanda Lentz

Amanda Lentz

Amanda Lentz is a keynote speaker, podcast host, and Human Resources Business Partner whose work lives at the intersection of lived experience and organizational psychology.
When she was diagnosed with breast cancer at 34 — mid-career, mid-build, and firmly between the young adult oncology world and the general cancer landscape — she survived. What came next was harder to name: the identity shift, the disorientation, the rebuilding of a self that no longer fit its previous shape. No program existed for that conversation. So she built one.
She is the creator and host of Who We Become — Life Beyond Change, a podcast gathering honest stories of reinvention after disruption. Her graduate work spans I/O Psychology, Leadership Development, and Business Administration, and she brings that framework to every stage she stands on.
Amanda speaks to healthcare conferences, women's leadership events, survivorship organizations, and corporate teams navigating transformation. Her signature talks — The In-Between, Navigating the After, Both at Once, and The Body You Didn't Choose — give audiences language for the experience they've been living but couldn't name.
Change is inevitable. Becoming is intentional.

Amanda Lentz is a keynote speaker, podcast host, and Human Resources Business Partner whose work lives at the intersection of lived experience and organizational psychology. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer at 34 — mid-career, mid-build, an... Show more

Tim Rayburn

Tim Rayburn

Tim Rayburn is a Vice President of Consulting with Improving Enterprises, a software and project management consulting company in Dallas, TX. He is a passionate advocate of apprenticeship and mentorship in corporate environments. He has been awarded the Microsoft MVP in recognition of his expertise and community leadership 11 times. He is also a conference organizer, an author, and can be found speaking across the nation on agile processes, software design, and career management. He lives in the North Dallas area with his amazing wife Kate and their loyal dogs Dresden and Radagast.

Tim Rayburn is a Vice President of Consulting with Improving Enterprises, a software and project management consulting company in Dallas, TX. He is a passionate advocate of apprenticeship and mentorship in corporate environments. He has been awarded ... Show more

Eric van Hofwegen

Eric van Hofwegen

Eric van Hofwegen brings over 20 years of expertise in Microsoft Dynamics, specializing in analyzing complex business requirements, leading impactful workshops, delivering tailored product specifications, and modeling business processes. He is passionate about helping businesses and partners through strategic insights and practical solutions, ensuring they maximize the value of their Dynamics investments.

Eric van Hofwegen brings over 20 years of expertise in Microsoft Dynamics, specializing in analyzing complex business requirements, leading impactful workshops, delivering tailored product specifications, and modeling business processes. He is passio... Show more

Glenn Anderson

Glenn Anderson

Glenn Anderson is a professional public speaker. Glenn helps teams effectively communicate and collaborate. His presentations and webinars combine decades of corporate experience and teaching with his passion for performing improvisational comedy. The result - your audience is energized and equipped to surpass their goals.

Glenn knows what it takes to capture attention in the business world. He enjoyed a log career with IBM – in sales, management, training and event speaking. He produced IT conferences and was a featured speaker for thousands of people.

As a graduate of Player’s Workshop of Second City and with his experience performing improvisational theater, Glenn excites your audience with teaching experience and improv techniques that energize communications and create a collaborative team environment.

Glenn Anderson is a professional public speaker. Glenn helps teams effectively communicate and collaborate. His presentations and webinars combine decades of corporate experience and teaching with his passion for performing improvisational comedy. ... Show more

José Coignard

José Coignard

Je suis l'un des tous premiers Français à être devenu formateur professionnel avec ProKanban.org.

J'ai 20ans d'expérience dans différents domaines (Bancaire, RH, Data, Handicap etc.), principalement dans l'IT et la création de produit numérique. J'ai été développeur, maitrise d'ouvrage, chef de projet, manager et depuis une dizaine d'année Coach agile.

Je suis convaincu que l'optimisation du flux est essentielle pour la réussite d'une entreprise et pour l'amélioration des politiques RSE.

J'adore transmettre mes connaissances et faire grandir les autres, alors rejoignez moi dans l'une de mes formations.

Je suis l'un des tous premiers Français à être devenu formateur professionnel avec ProKanban.org. J'ai 20ans d'expérience dans différents domaines (Bancaire, RH, Data, Handicap etc.), principalement dans l'IT et la création de produit numérique. J... Show more

Kim Maida

Kim Maida

Kim is a Developer Relations and Developer Experience leader and strategist, JS engineer, and identity and security practitioner. She enjoys teaching, mentoring, and learning from folks in the product technology space. Kim is the Senior Director of Developer Relations at FusionAuth, a Google Developer Expert in Identity, and member of Women in Identity. She loves to travel, overland cross-country, design stickers, and craft miniatures and artisan keycaps for mechanical keyboards.

Kim is a Developer Relations and Developer Experience leader and strategist, JS engineer, and identity and security practitioner. She enjoys teaching, mentoring, and learning from folks in the product technology space. Kim is the Senior Director of D... Show more

Neha Lagoo Ratnakar

Neha Lagoo Ratnakar

Neha Lagoo Ratnakar is a tiny speaker with a big name and an even bigger message. Her talks are part wakeup call and part kick in the behind.

Neha’s bestselling book, Back on Your Feet (Goodreads 4.5, Amazon 4.7) has helped hundreds of women start their career comeback journey and she’s spent hours directly coaching them.

But throughout her career spanning 8 countries, and her work as the Head of Education at a non-profit in Europe, she was shocked to hear that it was difficult for leaders to bridge the gender numbers despite their best intentions.

So Neha made it her mission to help organisations bridge this gap and support women on their journey.

What she has to say may offend you, could provoke you, but will definitely make you think. If you’re looking for a keynote speaker who can talk from authentic global experiences infused with actionable insights, then Neha is your choice.

Neha Lagoo Ratnakar is a tiny speaker with a big name and an even bigger message. Her talks are part wakeup call and part kick in the behind. Neha’s bestselling book, Back on Your Feet (Goodreads 4.5, Amazon 4.7) has helped hundreds of women star... Show more

Sam Bush

Sam Bush

Chief Marketing Officer at Dooap leading our global brand, go-to-market, and revenue strategy. B2B marketing leader who specializes in partner marketing, and demand generation. My passion lies in crafting out-of-the-box campaigns that tell compelling stories, create meaningful experiences, and accelerate pipeline growth.

As the host of AMBUSH On Air and Founder of B2B Buyer Rebellion, I bring my energy and expertise to every project!

When I'm not working, I'm reading a fantasy book, hanging out with my dog Ziggy, making a cocktail, or spending time with friends. I live to travel and you can find me all over the world for work and life.

Chief Marketing Officer at Dooap leading our global brand, go-to-market, and revenue strategy. B2B marketing leader who specializes in partner marketing, and demand generation. My passion lies in crafting out-of-the-box campaigns that tell compelling... Show more

Elias Badenes

Elias Badenes

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution, translating needs into optimized architectures within the Microsoft ecosystem (Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure).

My approach combines a deep technical background with a strategic vision for Customer Experience (CX) and Marketing. I don’t just implement technology; I focus on the "why" behind every solution, integrating Artificial Intelligence and automation to drive real business value and simplify processes.

Beyond my role as an architect, I am deeply committed to knowledge sharing. I am a regular speaker at tech events, a lecturer in Master’s programs, and a mentor for initiatives like Technovation Girls. I believe in a human-centric digitalization that is both responsible and ethical.

I am always eager to connect with the community and discuss how we can leverage technology to scale businesses and improve user experiences.

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and... Show more

Brian Haydin

Brian Haydin

I help teams modernize apps and platforms in the Microsoft ecosystem—Azure, GitHub, Power Platform, and identity (Microsoft Entra)—with a bias toward real-world constraints and practical outcomes. I’ve spent 20+ years building and advising solutions across manufacturing, healthcare, insurance, and financial services.

My sessions are story-driven and demo-heavy: less “cloud mythology,” more “here’s the pattern, here’s the pitfall, here’s the fix.” Recent topics include practical GPT/agent builds, Microsoft Fabric in real workloads, secure identity, and modern delivery pipelines.

Based in Milwaukee, available nationwide—and frequently in Europe (Nordics/Baltics, incl. Stockholm & Riga). I’m also the creator of the biweekly LinkedIn newsletter Tech Trekking, connecting emerging tech to what actually works in the field

I help teams modernize apps and platforms in the Microsoft ecosystem—Azure, GitHub, Power Platform, and identity (Microsoft Entra)—with a bias toward real-world constraints and practical outcomes. I’ve spent 20+ years building and advising solutions ... Show more

Dan Patrascu-Baba

Dan Patrascu-Baba

I’m a CTO and software architect with a background in designing and evolving enterprise systems across complex, multi-product environments. I’ve worked on unifying data models, modernizing legacy architectures, and helping engineering teams ship reliable software at scale using Azure and .NET.

I was part of the core group introducing AI-assisted engineering workflows in a 5,000+ engineer organization, working through the real challenges of adoption, architectural constraints, and quality at scale.

I later transitioned to full-time CTO of an AI-native startup, where I designed the engineering process around AI-assisted workflows from day one. By aligning architecture, domain boundaries, and development practices with AI collaboration, we significantly compressed delivery timelines compared to traditional team structures.

I’m a CTO and software architect with a background in designing and evolving enterprise systems across complex, multi-product environments. I’ve worked on unifying data models, modernizing legacy architectures, and helping engineering teams ship reli... Show more

Sarah Smith

Sarah Smith

Sarah Smith is Chief Innovation Officer at Iconoclast Innovations LLC, where she works with small to medium-sized businesses to scale and grow. She focuses on reducing friction so they can focus on delivering value.

Sarah designs operational systems, delivery methodologies, and change management approaches that let teams execute without constant intervention. Her clients are technology startups, SaaS companies, and PE-backed firms experiencing the drag that comes with rapid growth.

She's enabled $60M+ in revenue growth by removing what slows companies down: unclear processes, misaligned teams, and systems that break under pressure. Sarah's approach emphasizes practical frameworks over consultant jargon, peer learning over top-down training, and principles that scale without adding overhead.

Sarah Smith is Chief Innovation Officer at Iconoclast Innovations LLC, where she works with small to medium-sized businesses to scale and grow. She focuses on reducing friction so they can focus on delivering value. Sarah designs operational syste... Show more

Scott Sosna

Scott Sosna

Architect, engineer, designer, speaker, writer - professionally I've worn many hats spanning diverse business domains and tech stacks, and know a new challenge awaits!

Conferences allow me to share my experiences and insights to help you navigate our constantly-changing technical landscape with confidence. Though implementations differ, the underlying solutions - and problems within - often repeat. My goal is to share what I've learned so you can recognize patterns and make better decisions in your own work.

Architect, engineer, designer, speaker, writer - professionally I've worn many hats spanning diverse business domains and tech stacks, and know a new challenge awaits! Conferences allow me to share my experiences and insights to help you navigate ... Show more

Mike Wojtyna

Mike Wojtyna

I'm a software architect with a passion for creating great products 🌱. In my work I combine business and technical skills to deliver outstanding results to my clients. Domain-driven design & Test-driven development are some of my favorite tools. My code is clean and easy to modify, thanks to the modular, loosely coupled design achieved by continuous TDD iterations backed by a deep understanding of business needs.

I'm also a professional consultant, trainer and author of multiple courses.

I firmly believe in unleashing the full potential of software engineers as indispensable contributors to the business landscape. With finely honed analytical skills and a wealth of experience tackling intricate challenges, engineers transcend their role as mere code writers.

Discover how I can guide you in evolving into a professional Technical Business Partner:
http://www.wojtyna.pl
🌱🌳 Let's grow together!

I'm a software architect with a passion for creating great products 🌱. In my work I combine business and technical skills to deliver outstanding results to my clients. Domain-driven design & Test-driven development are some of my favorite tools. My ... Show more

Johan Dufour

Johan Dufour

Chez Ekité, je suis consultant en efficacité organisationnelle, proche du terrain. J'accompagne des organisations et des personnes à générer de l'impact, à créer de la valeur, à optimiser leur collaboration et leur amélioration continue. Je facilite la prise de recul grâce à une posture intègre.

Je connecte des entreprises de la tech et des experts talentueux grâce au cabinet de recrutement que j'ai cofondé avec mon associée Catherine, My Lovely Jobs.

Je suis engagé dans plusieurs initiatives associatives :

Nord Agile, pour promouvoir la démarche agile
Keikenchiba, pour favoriser les échanges autour de l’efficacité des organisations.

J’anime régulièrement un podcast et des talks pour partager ma passion pour la culture agile et la tech afin d'explorer de nombreuses thématiques associées à ces univers.

Chez Ekité, je suis consultant en efficacité organisationnelle, proche du terrain. J'accompagne des organisations et des personnes à générer de l'impact, à créer de la valeur, à optimiser leur collaboration et leur amélioration continue. Je facilite ... Show more

Luis Araujo

Luis Araujo

Tengo 28 años, nací en Venezuela. Busco inspirar a las personas a crear y liberar su imaginación. Deje todo en Venezuela para venir a Argentina a crear "Tienda Negocio", una plataforma que le permite a miles de emprendedores vivir de sus proyectos.

Tengo 28 años, nací en Venezuela. Busco inspirar a las personas a crear y liberar su imaginación. Deje todo en Venezuela para venir a Argentina a crear "Tienda Negocio", una plataforma que le permite a miles de emprendedores vivir de sus proyectos. Show more

William McLendon

William McLendon

Hi My name is William McLendon, I'm an Microsoft Business Applications MVP, and a AI Business Process Solution Engineer within the SLG and Higher Education with Microsoft, I have over ten years of experience supporting business objectives through information technology, My role at Microsoft is focused on helping our customers by digitally transforming their business processes with PowerApps.

Hi My name is William McLendon, I'm an Microsoft Business Applications MVP, and a AI Business Process Solution Engineer within the SLG and Higher Education with Microsoft, I have over ten years of experience supporting business objectives through inf... Show more

Johan Heimar Prieto Benavides

Johan Heimar Prieto Benavides

Johan is a Systems Engineer with over 15 years of experience. He began as a software developer and grew to be a leader in software architecture and DevOps projects, especially in banking and telecom.

Besides his main job, he's passionate about being a speaker and a writer. Johan has even written a book in Spanish called 'DevOps en nuestra lengua', sharing his knowledge and experiences.

He's worked in various fields like state banking and telecoms, always bringing his practical skills to each project. Johan likes to mix new ideas with good management, which has helped many businesses.

On the other hand, constantly seeking to train, learn, and explore new areas in the field of computer engineering.

Johan is a Systems Engineer with over 15 years of experience. He began as a software developer and grew to be a leader in software architecture and DevOps projects, especially in banking and telecom. Besides his main job, he's passionate about bei... Show more

Alessandro Gherardi

Alessandro Gherardi

Several years working in Business Intelligence across startups, Big 4 consultancy, and as a remote contractor. Currently freelancing for clients ranging from small shops to multinationals, working daily on Data Engineering, ETL, SQL, and Power BI/SSAS development. I am speaking at events both in Italy and across Europe.

Co-leader of Power BI User Group Italy, the largest Italian BI and Data community. For the community I manage social channels, organize events across Italy and in Switzerland (Ticino Data Conference), and present technical sessions.

Certified in Power BI (PL-300) and Fabric (DP-600 | DP-700).

Several years working in Business Intelligence across startups, Big 4 consultancy, and as a remote contractor. Currently freelancing for clients ranging from small shops to multinationals, working daily on Data Engineering, ETL, SQL, and Power BI/SSA... Show more

Joakim von Prónay

Joakim von Prónay

Having started my career as a hands-on software engineer, which I never truly enjoyed. I transitioned to working with people who work with technology. I set out on a mission to help organizations create the right environment where their employees can perform to the max of their abilities and grow beyond their current aspirations. A mission I am still pursuing more than a decade later.

Having started my career as a hands-on software engineer, which I never truly enjoyed. I transitioned to working with people who work with technology. I set out on a mission to help organizations create the right environment where their employees can... Show more

Sai Sravan Cherukuri

Sai Sravan Cherukuri

Sai Sravan Cherukuri is a visionary technology leader, DevSecOps Technical Advisor, PaaS Automation Lead, and Program Manager. With over 20 years of experience in federal IT transformation, he is a recognized expert in DevSecOps, FinOps, AI governance, CMMC readiness, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), open-source advocacy, and Policy as Code (PaC). He is the creator of the FIBER AI Maturity Model and contributes as a member to the national AI safety initiatives through NIST’s U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium.

Sai Sravan, a Commissioner’s 2024 Award recipient, has led enterprise-scale automation, modernization, and capacity planning initiatives that deliver measurable results. He serves on the Board of Directors at TMMi America and is a dedicated community mentor and volunteer.

As a Platform Engineer and Open-source advocate, Sai is committed to advancing accessibility in engineering and inclusivity in the community. He is a strong proponent of the "Docs-as-Code" movement, maintaining that long-term project sustainability relies on clear documentation and automated CI/CD pipelines that lower barriers for contributors. Currently, he is bridging the gap between agentic workflows and cloud-native standards; as an active explorer of the Model Context Protocol (MCP), he utilizes OpenTelemetry to build open-source AI observability frameworks, enabling the scaling of reliable, self-service agents.

Sai Sravan currently serves as the program lead for the application team, spearheading the institutionalization of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) through Terraform practices.

Sai Sravan Cherukuri is a visionary technology leader, DevSecOps Technical Advisor, PaaS Automation Lead, and Program Manager. With over 20 years of experience in federal IT transformation, he is a recognized expert in DevSecOps, FinOps, AI governanc... Show more

Francis Walsh III

Francis Walsh III

Francis Walsh III has dedicated his professional life to leading and strengthening a long-established American logistics company. As chairman and chief executive officer, he oversees a nationwide operation that has continued to expand since 1952 while remaining focused on the fundamental work of hauling freight, protecting shipments, and supporting customers who depend on reliable performance.

He leads a third-generation, family-owned business operating across transportation, logistics, supply chain, and storage from its headquarters in New Jersey. The organization provides integrated services that address the full range of supply-chain needs, built on reliability, coordination, and disciplined execution.

His connection to the industry began early in life. Raised in a family deeply involved in transportation and logistics, he was exposed to the realities and pressures of the business from a young age. Warehouses, terminals, trucks, and schedules were familiar parts of daily experience, shaping an understanding of how decisions made at the executive level affect people working throughout operations.

When Francis joined the company full-time in February of 1994, he brought practical knowledge developed through years of observation and hands-on involvement. Rather than stepping into leadership removed from daily operations, he learned the business by engaging directly with its many functions. Over time, he advanced through every level of the organization and ultimately assumed leadership following more than four decades of family stewardship. He views employees as an extension of family and clients as long-term partners, reflected in relationships that have endured for decades.

That operational foundation continues to guide his leadership approach. As a former airline executive, he evaluates growth and strategy with an operator’s mindset, emphasizing efficiency, safety, and accountability. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its national network of facilities, equipment, and transportation assets while maintaining consistent execution.

A defining focus of his leadership has been cargo security. As supply-chain risks have grown more complex, Walsh has invested in systems, training, and procedures designed to safeguard customer assets. These efforts have contributed to industry recognition and supported a reputation for dependability, even during periods of widespread disruption.

Beyond daily operations, he remains committed to community involvement and philanthropy, guided by values shaped early in life and carried forward with his family. For Francis Walsh, leadership is rooted in preparation, steady judgment, and responsibility, with decisions made to endure over time rather than serve short-term interests.

Francis Walsh III has dedicated his professional life to leading and strengthening a long-established American logistics company. As chairman and chief executive officer, he oversees a nationwide operation that has continued to expand since 1952 whil... Show more

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