Business & Management

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

Mark Smith

Mark Smith

Mark has been working with Microsoft Business Applications since 2003 and has run practices of various sizes in multiple countries. He is the creator of the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge. He is a Business Applications MVP, MCT, Mentor and Speaker.

Mark has been working with Microsoft Business Applications since 2003 and has run practices of various sizes in multiple countries. He is the creator of the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge. He is a Business Applications MVP, MCT, Mentor and Speaker. Show more

Jeffrey Miller

Jeffrey Miller

Jeffrey Miller is a Senior Technologist, Trainer, Speaker, Tech Lead, DevOps-CI/CD Tools Lead, Graph Data Explorer, and Second Brain Builder.

Jeffrey brings over 25 years of experience helping organizations to bring value to their customers through software. He presents a variety of tech and business topics at user groups and conferences.

You can find his writing on knowledge management and tech topics at https://knowledgeplaybook.com/.

Jeffrey and his wife, Brandy, live near Columbus, Ohio, and celebrate their roles as adoptive parents with a fun children’s book called "Skeeters" with proceeds supporting adoption. Learn more about the project at https://skeeterbooks.com/adoption/.

Jeffrey Miller is a Senior Technologist, Trainer, Speaker, Tech Lead, DevOps-CI/CD Tools Lead, Graph Data Explorer, and Second Brain Builder. Jeffrey brings over 25 years of experience helping organizations to bring value to their customers throug... Show more

Norbert Tschernitschek

Norbert Tschernitschek

Power Platform enthusiast / Co-founder Power Platform Mallorca User Group / Promoter of using humor at work / Optimist

Power Platform enthusiast / Co-founder Power Platform Mallorca User Group / Promoter of using humor at work / Optimist Show more

Ryan Price

Ryan Price

Ryan is a prolific public speaker and polyglot software person who's worked across a ton of different domains, from operating systems & infrastructure all the way up to "data science". He has spoken at events ranging in size from local Meetup groups to regional tech conferences, and even at Google Next. He is the founder & maintainer of OpenSourceCorp, a project aiming to emulate & educate on typical enterprise IT environments. He loves video games, travel, food, and foreign language, whether of the software or human variety.

Ryan is a prolific public speaker and polyglot software person who's worked across a ton of different domains, from operating systems & infrastructure all the way up to "data science". He has spoken at events ranging in size from local Meetup groups ... Show more

Swapna Malekar

Swapna Malekar

Swapna is a Principal Product Lead at Microsoft, currently leading Enterprise Search & M365 Copilot productivity experiences for enterprise users and has previously led OEM partnerships for OneDrive that served 50M+ users worldwide.

In her previous life, Swapna led products in the fintech space at a Canadian bank, involving R&D innovation in digital payments, cards and emerging technologies. While at RBC, Swapna also led experiences in the financial planning & personal investments space.​

Swapna was the Head of Product at a SaaS data intelligence company that provided insights to enterprise clients through AI models. Whilst in Singapore, Swapna was responsible for driving eCommerce growth in Asia and Europe for the world’s largest publishing company, Scholastic, as their Product Manager.

She started her career with Accenture, and is a technology buff. Her current passion lies in scaling and monetizing enterprise and consumer platforms.

Swapna is a Principal Product Lead at Microsoft, currently leading Enterprise Search & M365 Copilot productivity experiences for enterprise users and has previously led OEM partnerships for OneDrive that served 50M+ users worldwide. In her previou... Show more

Cindy Gross

Cindy Gross

Experienced CEO & Leadership Coach blending 25+ years navigating corporate tech with expertise in leadership, DEIB, & coaching to elevate women’s leadership, impact, & influence. I excel at delivering large multi-organization projects, fostering trust, & asking insightful questions for impactful outcomes. My superpower is turning challenges to opportunities with clear paths forward.

Experienced CEO & Leadership Coach blending 25+ years navigating corporate tech with expertise in leadership, DEIB, & coaching to elevate women’s leadership, impact, & influence. I excel at delivering large multi-organization projects, fostering trus... Show more

Alexandre Boutin

Alexandre Boutin

Agiliste depuis 2005 alors en charge du déploiement de l'agilité pour Yahoo! à l'international (Europe, Asie, Inde, Amérique Latine), j'accompagne depuis 2009 de nombreuses entreprises en France et à l'étranger dans leur transition vers l'agilité.
Convaincu de l'efficacité des approches ludiques pour apprendre ou produire un résultat, j'utilise régulièrement des jeux sérieux dans mes coaching ou en animation de séminaire.
J'interviens régulièrement dans les conférences agiles en France pour présenter mes travaux ou faire jouer à de nouveaux jeux sérieux agile que je crée.

Agiliste depuis 2005 alors en charge du déploiement de l'agilité pour Yahoo! à l'international (Europe, Asie, Inde, Amérique Latine), j'accompagne depuis 2009 de nombreuses entreprises en France et à l'étranger dans leur transition vers l'agilité. C... Show more

Allan Hirt

Allan Hirt

Business continuity, infrastructure, virtualization, and cloud expert, author, bass player, Styxologist, and SQLHA founder Allan Hirt has been working with SQL Server as well as clustering in Windows Server for far too long. He currently works for Pure Storage as a Technical Evangelist. Both a dual Microsoft MVP (Data Platform; Cloud and Datacenter Management) and a VMware vExpert, he travels the world to empower people through sharing his knowledge.

Business continuity, infrastructure, virtualization, and cloud expert, author, bass player, Styxologist, and SQLHA founder Allan Hirt has been working with SQL Server as well as clustering in Windows Server for far too long. He currently works for Pu... Show more

Hadrien-Nessim Socard

Hadrien-Nessim Socard

Revolution is now ... Productivity & Collaboration capacity to serve Business at scale with Governance.

As a Problem Solver I help business to leverage the POWER inside the Microsoft 365 suite.
I mix Business Application and Microsoft Teams side by side using Microsoft 365 Power Platform 🚀 🤖

My goal is to empower users, people & teams in there journey within Modern Digital Workplace Experience !

Revolution is now ... Productivity & Collaboration capacity to serve Business at scale with Governance. As a Problem Solver I help business to leverage the POWER inside the Microsoft 365 suite. I mix Business Application and Microsoft Teams sid... Show more

Josh Cook

Josh Cook

Josh Cook is an accomplished Microsoft MVP in Power Platform, recognized for his exceptional expertise in Power Automate, Power Apps.

With a passion for teaching and sharing his knowledge, Josh is an active blogger and frequent contributor to the Power Platform community.

His valuable insights and practical solutions have helped countless users overcome their automation challenges and achieve their business goals.

Josh Cook is an accomplished Microsoft MVP in Power Platform, recognized for his exceptional expertise in Power Automate, Power Apps. With a passion for teaching and sharing his knowledge, Josh is an active blogger and frequent contributor to the ... Show more

Ashish Rana

Ashish Rana

Ashish is a 5 times Microsoft Business Applications MVP, MCT and Dynamics 365 CE or CRM Solution Architect specialist in delivering CRM and digital transformation projects for various industries. Led teams of solutions architects and Presales consultants.
Speaker to various Communities, Universities Tech talks, and other in-person and virtual events

Ashish is a 5 times Microsoft Business Applications MVP, MCT and Dynamics 365 CE or CRM Solution Architect specialist in delivering CRM and digital transformation projects for various industries. Led teams of solutions architects and Presales consult... Show more

Kevin De Pree

Kevin De Pree

A skilled consultant and technical strategist, Kevin De Pree is a Vice President at Rand Group, with over 30 years’ experience leading global ERP and CRM projects and teams. Kevin has a unique background in both business management and IT systems consulting and sales, which allows him to provide a holistic understanding of how different systems and processes work together. He is able to paint the big picture for clients, enabling them to completely transform their operations with fully optimized technology solutions that meet their business needs.

A skilled consultant and technical strategist, Kevin De Pree is a Vice President at Rand Group, with over 30 years’ experience leading global ERP and CRM projects and teams. Kevin has a unique background in both business management and IT systems con... Show more

Ken Rickard

Ken Rickard

Ken is a spark for transformative good—a change alchemist, a deep thinker, and a catalyst for personal growth and organizational evolution. As the co-author of The Six Big Ideas of Adaptive Organizations (an Amazon bestseller), he has developed a collection of sense-making models that help people make sense of complex personal and organizational situations. With over 25 years in the business and IT communities, Ken has learned to hone the art of navigating change and embracing adaptation as the true essence of agility.

Ken is a spark for transformative good—a change alchemist, a deep thinker, and a catalyst for personal growth and organizational evolution. As the co-author of The Six Big Ideas of Adaptive Organizations (an Amazon bestseller), he has developed a col... Show more

Pietro Campagnano

Pietro Campagnano

I help startups build great products with small teams.

I help startups build great products with small teams. Show more

Dr. Rajesh Kumar K V

Dr. Rajesh Kumar K V

Dr. Rajesh Kumar K V is a distinguished academic and researcher with a robust background in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and interdisciplinary research. As the Chief Technological Scientist at the AI Research Centre and an Associate Professor in Business Analytics at Woxsen University, Hyderabad, Dr. Kumar brings a unique blend of technical expertise and practical insight into AI-driven innovation. Dr. Kumar's experience spans various critical domains, including Human-Computer Interface-based signal data analytics for biomedical applications, machine learning, deep learning, and business analytics. He has made significant contributions to these fields, and his work has been recognized on international platforms. His research leadership is further evidenced by his role as the Chair Professor of France Belanger of Information Systems and the Co-Chairperson of the Centre of Excellence – Sports Analytics and Management. Additionally, his work as the Advertflair Chair Professor in Marketing and Advertising underscores his ability to bridge the gap between AI technology and practical business applications.

Speaking History and Expertise

Dr. Kumar has a proven track record of delivering insightful and impactful presentations at major international conferences. Some highlights of his speaking engagements include:

Data Con LA+ IM Data 2022, California: Dr. Kumar showcased his expertise in sports analytics, highlighting the application of AI in enhancing sports performance and decision-making processes.

ICRA 2023, UK: As a participant in the workshop on Computer Vision for Wearable Robotics, organized by Harvard University, Dr. Kumar contributed to discussions on the future of AI in robotics and wearable technology.

Digital Innovation Summit, Bucharest, Romania: He was a panel member discussing the theme “Digital Landscape – Beyond AI,” where he shared his insights on the evolving role of AI in the digital economy.

AI Tech Summit, Malaga, Spain: Dr. Kumar addressed the topic “How AI is Changing the Landscape of Work,” exploring the transformative impact of AI across various industries and the future of work.

MOVE Conference 2024, London, UK: He discussed “Future Cars: How Does it Look Like,” focusing on the role of AI in shaping the future of autonomous vehicles and smart transportation.

Health Tech Asia Conference 2024, Jakarta, Indonesia: Dr. Kumar delivered a keynote session, where he discussed the integration of AI in healthcare, emphasizing innovations in biomedical applications and patient care.

Egypt Mining Forum 2024, Cairo, Egypt: Most recently, Dr. Kumar led a technical session, bringing his expertise in AI to the mining sector, exploring how AI-driven data analytics can optimize mining operations.

Technical Speaker “AIML for Network Optimization” at NetworkX Paris, France, on 8th Oct 2024.

Technical Speaker: “Air Quality Monitoring and Gas Detection Using AI Technologies” at the Air Quality and Emission conference in Birmingham, UK, on 10th Oct 2024.

Exclusive Keynote Speaker: “Transforming the Mobility Industry using AI and IoT,” Manufacturing and Mobility Live, UK, London—6th Nov 2024.

Keynote Session: “Sports Data Analytics using AI/ML Methods and Models” Data Festival GmbH, Virtual – 13th Nov 2024.

Dr. Rajesh Kumar K V is a distinguished academic and researcher with a robust background in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and interdisciplinary research. As the Chief Technological Scientist at the AI Research Centre and an Associate Profe... Show more

Tasha Anspach

Tasha Anspach

Tasha Anspach is a distinguished consultant with a deep acumen in D365 Business Central & Power Platform. Drawing from her experience in Dynamics SL support, ISV assistance, and crafting solutions for multifaceted industry scenarios, Tasha guides businesses towards transformative success. She is not only a beacon of sales and technological expertise but also harbors a whimsical passion for unicorns, symbolizing her unique approach to business solutions. Tasha champions organizations to realize their fullest potential through technology.

Tasha Anspach is a distinguished consultant with a deep acumen in D365 Business Central & Power Platform. Drawing from her experience in Dynamics SL support, ISV assistance, and crafting solutions for multifaceted industry scenarios, Tasha guides bus... Show more

Roslyn Martin

Roslyn Martin

A former professional dancer, turned Product Manager, Consultant and Agile Coach, Roslyn has a breadth of experience coaching elite performers in performing arts and business. This unique blend of art and corporate expertise has made her a sought-after voice on global conference platforms and podcasts. From cheerleading for professional sporting teams in Australia, to leading teams of executives and consultants, Roslyn understands the nuances and complexities of leading diverse teams and the power of confidence to inspire people to achieve ambitious goals.

She gained her first coaching qualification through the Royal Academy of Dance and has over a decade of experience coaching others to shine on stage, in client meetings and in the board room. An avid learner, she keeps abreast of the latest research in behavioural science and organisational psychology ensuring her teachings are up to date with the everchanging workplace expectations.

A former professional dancer, turned Product Manager, Consultant and Agile Coach, Roslyn has a breadth of experience coaching elite performers in performing arts and business. This unique blend of art and corporate expertise has made her a sought-aft... Show more

Debbie Ireland

Debbie Ireland

Debbie grew up in Rotorua, New Zealand, with 2 siblings.

In 2007, Debbie founded DWR (formerly ShareThePoint Ltd) , a company which specialises in Microsoft 365; implementation, strategy and training. Debbie also organises the annual Digital Workplace Conferences in New Zealand and Australia.

Her focus is helping people understand the business capability and productivity gains that Microsoft 365 can provide. From awareness and education, to change management and adoption, and everything in between, Debbie thrives on the people aspect – understanding the why, along with the what and the how.

Debbie has an extensive Project Management and Solutions background and was awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for nine years and is now a Microsoft Regional Director. Debbie now lives in the sunny Bay of Plenty in New Zealand.

Debbie grew up in Rotorua, New Zealand, with 2 siblings. In 2007, Debbie founded DWR (formerly ShareThePoint Ltd) , a company which specialises in Microsoft 365; implementation, strategy and training. Debbie also organises the annual Digital Workp... Show more

Kay Emerson

Kay Emerson

Kay Emerson, MS, brings over 15 years of expertise in public administration, focusing on improving health equity, education, and economic mobility, particularly for marginalized communities. With a strong background in program development, grant management, financial oversight, and civic service training, she is committed to driving impactful change in underserved populations. Kay holds an MS in Human Service and a BA in Psychology, positioning her as a trusted leader in fostering financial fidelity, compliance, and organizational engagement.

As the founder and CEO of SheRen Consulting, a BIPOC and woman-owned business, Kay offers specialized consulting and training services aimed at empowering organizations to achieve their goals while addressing systemic inequities.

SheRen Consulting is known for its tailored approach to policy advocacy, operational support, and comprehensive training. Their methods engage participants in "head and heart work," combining strategic knowledge with personal reflection to inspire meaningful change. By blending practical tools with emotional and ethical engagement, SheRen Consulting ensures that leaders and teams are equipped to drive both organizational success and community impact.

Kay Emerson, MS, brings over 15 years of expertise in public administration, focusing on improving health equity, education, and economic mobility, particularly for marginalized communities. With a strong background in program development, grant mana... Show more

Nat Girish

Nat Girish

Nat Girish has been an Agile Practitioner since 2010, and has worked with some of the best Agile Coaches, to transform teams that build Products and Services for Ford's Order Fulfilment domain. He is an avid adopter of an Experimentation Mindset to deliver business value.

Nat Girish has been an Agile Practitioner since 2010, and has worked with some of the best Agile Coaches, to transform teams that build Products and Services for Ford's Order Fulfilment domain. He is an avid adopter of an Experimentation Mindset to d... Show more

Stephan Swart

Stephan Swart

Stephan is a consultant, advisor, and Fractional CTO. He has held a range of titles including: developer, architect, agile coach, and CTO. He is passionate to help organisations and their leaders to get the best out of their dev teams. He is passionate about creating work-environments where software teams and individuals can flourish. He has seen the insides of small, medium, and large organisations. In all teams he has been part of, he has grown a reputation of bringing clarity, trust, and courage.

Stephan is a consultant, advisor, and Fractional CTO. He has held a range of titles including: developer, architect, agile coach, and CTO. He is passionate to help organisations and their leaders to get the best out of their dev teams. He is passiona... Show more

Karla Fernandes

Karla Fernandes

I am Brazilian. I started working remotely before it was a thing and became a digital nomad in 2011, living in 11 countries and learning six languages along the way. Ten years later, I settled in my favorite place, Lucerne, Switzerland. I have over 25 years of design experience, working with more than 150 companies including well-known tech startups, educational organizations, and service-based companies. I am a UX/UI & Digital Product Design consultant and mentor, and I've launched more than a dozen apps.

I am Brazilian. I started working remotely before it was a thing and became a digital nomad in 2011, living in 11 countries and learning six languages along the way. Ten years later, I settled in my favorite place, Lucerne, Switzerland. I have over 2... Show more

Yavor Petkov

Yavor Petkov

I quickly becoming passionate about cloud technologies. I explored Docker and Cloud Foundry, which led to my eventual shift to Kubernetes. With hands-on experience in building and scaling cloud-native, containerized solutions, I’ve grown from developer to manager. Today, I focus on empowering teams to build and scale cloud-based container solutions, with expertise in platform design, Kubernetes adoption, and cloud infrastructure, all while optimizing workflows and efficiency.

I quickly becoming passionate about cloud technologies. I explored Docker and Cloud Foundry, which led to my eventual shift to Kubernetes. With hands-on experience in building and scaling cloud-native, containerized solutions, I’ve grown from develop... Show more

Michael John Pena

Michael John Pena

Michael John “MJ” Pena is a passionate engineer and business leader who loves Data and AI. He has been working with cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing, big data analytics, blockchain, IoT, and machine learning for over a decade and a half. He is a Microsoft MVP in Azure and an active community contributor to emerging data technologies.

He works as the Data and AI Director at Playtime Solutions, an Australian tech consulting company. He uses technology to create new solutions like data warehouses, real-time analytics, and reports. In his previous life, he held many positions, such as CTO, Solutions Architect, and Technical Lead.

MJ is an entrepreneur who co-founded and raised funding for a venture in Cryptocurrency and mobile development. He is adept at stakeholder management, team leadership, and business operations. MJ is a balanced individual who enjoys outdoor activities with his family, such as biking and running. He is always eager to learn new things and share his knowledge with others.

Michael John “MJ” Pena is a passionate engineer and business leader who loves Data and AI. He has been working with cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing, big data analytics, blockchain, IoT, and machine learning for over a decade and a h... Show more

Abhishek Bhattacharjee

Abhishek Bhattacharjee

I am Abhishek Bhattacharjee, Co-Founder & CEO of Wooak, an AI-driven HRMS platform redefining workforce management. With a strong background in tech and leadership, I specialize in building scalable, user-focused solutions. Passionate about innovation, I aim to empower businesses to optimize operations and drive employee engagement.

I am Abhishek Bhattacharjee, Co-Founder & CEO of Wooak, an AI-driven HRMS platform redefining workforce management. With a strong background in tech and leadership, I specialize in building scalable, user-focused solutions. Passionate about innovatio... Show more

Rupali Ahlawat

Rupali Ahlawat

Results-Driven Marketing Strategist | Expertise in Product Marketing, GTM, Market Research & Gen AI/LLM Technologies

Results-Driven Marketing Strategist | Expertise in Product Marketing, GTM, Market Research & Gen AI/LLM Technologies Show more

Chris Leonard

Chris Leonard

Chris Leonard is a speaker and business coach who builds high-performing teams around complex problems and helps leaders do the same.
Drawing from Agile, LeanStartup, EOS, and more, Chris gives his clients the right skills to meet their goals. He founded No Impediments in 2023 where he serves clients in higher ed, retail, life sciences, and more.
Chris came to coaching as a second career after 10years on the road in the music industry. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, two kids, a dog and a cat.

Chris Leonard is a speaker and business coach who builds high-performing teams around complex problems and helps leaders do the same. Drawing from Agile, LeanStartup, EOS, and more, Chris gives his clients the right skills to meet their goals. He fo... Show more

Lenore Flower

Lenore Flower

Lenore Flower (MBA, MCT) is the owner of Data Plumber, LLC, a training and consulting business dedicated to helping companies build up their staff’s capacity in tandem with their Microsoft-based data infrastructure. An unapologetic generalist, Lenore loves helping others overcome intimidating concepts in data engineering and business intelligence, so they may maintain their organization’s systems independently and with confidence.

While her technical “home base” is Power BI, she has experience working with SQL, Azure, Fabric, and D365 F&O—and a soft spot for paginated reports.

As co-organizer of the Power BI Washington, D.C. user group, Lenore has been instrumental in helping the Power BI User Group to nearly double over the past two years, including facilitating Power BI Days DC, a free two-day conference. Lenore holds an MBA from the University of Maryland, where she prioritized finance and tech coursework that aligned with her background in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis), accounting, and DQ&G (Data Quality and Governance).

When not building data systems in the cloud, Lenore can be found building things in real life—to varying levels of success.

Lenore Flower (MBA, MCT) is the owner of Data Plumber, LLC, a training and consulting business dedicated to helping companies build up their staff’s capacity in tandem with their Microsoft-based data infrastructure. An unapologetic generalist, Lenore... Show more

Pierre LeBlanc

Pierre LeBlanc

Pierre LeBlanc est formateur expert, coach Agile et Kanban, ayant formé des centaines de praticiens et d'équipes agiles à travers le Canada et l'Europe.

Pierre a plus de 20 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie du IT, débutant dans le développement web à la fin des années 1990. Après une aventure entrepreneuriale de 5 ans, il est devenu développeur de logiciels senior au sein d'une équipe Scrum, travaillant sur le site de recherche d'emploi Jobboom.com. Pierre a rejoint Morgan Stanley en 2011 où il est devenu Scrum Master dans une équipe internationale répartie sur 4 continents.

En 2015, il devient coach et formateur Agile, laissant derrière lui sa carrière de développeur au profit des humains. En mars 2020, quelques jours avant le premier confinement dû à la pandémie de COVID-19, il devient co-fondateur de Kanban Québec, ayant pour mission de propager les bonnes pratiques du Kanban en français, au Canada et à travers la francophonie.

Malgré le chaos et les difficultés posées par cette période d'incertitude, Pierre et son équipe ont réussit à créer une petite entreprise prospère qui est en train de propulser sa marque à l'international, en douceur et avec bienveillance.

Pierre LeBlanc est formateur expert, coach Agile et Kanban, ayant formé des centaines de praticiens et d'équipes agiles à travers le Canada et l'Europe. Pierre a plus de 20 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie du IT, débutant dans le développement we... Show more

Stephanie Clark

Stephanie Clark

Meet Stephanie, the dynamo who kick-started her career in cost accounting and manufacturing operations. But it wasn't until she was handed the reins of the company's first ERP implementation that she truly fell head over heels. Using technology to optimize effective business processes was a game changer. Fast forward 20+ years and over 500 projects later, Stephanie has become the go-to solution architect who doesn't mess around and just gets things done.

When she's not wowing audiences as a presenter, speaker, or blogger, you can find her donning her hat as a certified Microsoft Dynamics Business Central professional. And let's not forget her juggling act managing product, presales activities, and building professional services practices. Now, she's the brains behind Elliott Clark Consulting, a Microsoft partner that's turning consulting services on their head.

Stephanie's mantra? ERP implementations don't have to be a drag! She's on a mission to prove that they can be effective, affordable, and downright awesome. By sprinkling in her magic dust of change management and business process transformations, she makes sure her clients have a rockstar experience.

Meet Stephanie, the dynamo who kick-started her career in cost accounting and manufacturing operations. But it wasn't until she was handed the reins of the company's first ERP implementation that she truly fell head over heels. Using technology to op... Show more

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