Business & Management

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

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

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

Daniel Gur

Daniel Gur

With over 20 years of experience in the fields of IT, Linux and Devops, Now I'm leading the Observability team at Outbrain, dealing with Outbrain's huge scaling challenges.

With over 20 years of experience in the fields of IT, Linux and Devops, Now I'm leading the Observability team at Outbrain, dealing with Outbrain's huge scaling challenges. Show more

Christian Forjahn

Christian Forjahn

Your Azure Optimizer with focus on Foundation, Security and Costs | Azure enthusiast since more than 10 years | IAMCP Lead BusinessCircle Azure Infrastructure | #communityrocks 🚀

As a service provider, I am constantly confronted with challenges in customer projects. It often revolves around the same problem. How can I optimize my cloud environment in terms of technical and organizational measures, security posture and cost effectivness so that I can get the most out of it?

I enjoy sharing my knowledge with the community. I do this with talks, on LinkedIn and in my blog cloudcoffeebreak.com

Your Azure Optimizer with focus on Foundation, Security and Costs | Azure enthusiast since more than 10 years | IAMCP Lead BusinessCircle Azure Infrastructure | #communityrocks 🚀 As a service provider, I am constantly confronted with challenges i... Show more

Ines Pascual Iglesias

Ines Pascual Iglesias

Computer Engineer. Independent professional. I have more than 20 years dedicated to the world of data as a BI Trainer and Consultant. Currently immersed in the world of Power Platform - Power BI.

Computer Engineer. Independent professional. I have more than 20 years dedicated to the world of data as a BI Trainer and Consultant. Currently immersed in the world of Power Platform - Power BI. Show more

Sanaa Harmach

Sanaa Harmach

Growth Product Manager @ Integrate | COO @ Agency 99 | Host @ CouzinTech Podcast | Community Lead @ The Product Leaders

Growth Product Manager @ Integrate | COO @ Agency 99 | Host @ CouzinTech Podcast | Community Lead @ The Product Leaders Show more

Jeroen Heerschop

Jeroen Heerschop

Jeroen Heerschop is a visionary entrepreneur and founder of GetResponsive, a leading training provider that has empowered over 14,000 professionals across 250+ organizations to harness the full potential of Power BI.

With a focus on practical data insights and storytelling, Jeroen has not only impacted the corporate world but has also contributed to shaping the next generation by training over 4,000 higher education students in the Netherlands.

Since February 2020, Jeroen Heerschop has been hosting GetResponsLIVE on LinkedIn and YouTube, a show that has become a go-to resource for Power BI and AI professionals. Through over 220 episodes, Jeroen and his guests—ranging from beginners to Power BI MVPs—share accessible, free knowledge on Power BI and related topics, providing real-world insights in an informal and inclusive format.

Each month, Jeroen also co-hosts Design Donderdag (Design Thursday) alongside Lonneke Opsteegh, focusing on dashboard design. These sessions offer a deep dive into design principles that enhance data storytelling and drive effective decision-making.

In total, Jeroen’s LinkedIn content has reached over 5 million views, establishing him as a leading voice in data education and visualization.

Under Jeroen's leadership, GetResponsive has pioneered the Power Up e-learning platform, where over 7,000 professionals engage in continuous training, pushing boundaries in digital education and professional growth.

Known for his compelling, hands-on training style, Jeroen leads large-scale events, fostering communities that make data insights accessible, personal, and actionable. His speaking engagements inspire audiences worldwide to embrace AI and BI as tools for growth, collaboration, and lifelong learning.

Jeroen Heerschop is a visionary entrepreneur and founder of GetResponsive, a leading training provider that has empowered over 14,000 professionals across 250+ organizations to harness the full potential of Power BI. With a focus on practical data... Show more

James Crowter

James Crowter

Benefiting from 25 years of experience in implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and its predecessor Navision and now the rest of the Microsoft Biz Apps stack, I'm passionate about how technology can drive business growth through consistent and efficient processes whilst giving new levels of insight through reporting and AI. Between my day job of leading one of the UK's biggest SME focused Dynamics partners I have the privilege of being Chairmen of Directions, a association of more than 1200 Dynamics partners worldwide and a Microsoft MVP for Business applications.

Benefiting from 25 years of experience in implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and its predecessor Navision and now the rest of the Microsoft Biz Apps stack, I'm passionate about how technology can drive bu... Show more

Cíntia Guberovic

Cíntia Guberovic

Sou KCP (Kanban Coaching Professional) e atuo como Gerente de Agilidade no Grupo Boticário. Tenho carreira de +20 em TI com foco em agilidade nos últimos 12 anos. Hoje sou responsável pela expansão da agilidade organizacional do Grupo Boticário, através da disseminação de melhores práticas como alavanca de negócios, utilizando conceitos de Business Agility, Kanban e KMM como ferramentas de crescimento exponencial e maturidade organizacional, melhorando a assertividade no atingimento dos objetivos em níveis estratégicos e táticos. Sou também responsável pela gestão e alavancagem do plano de desenvolvimento profissional dos especialistas em agilidade do Grupo Boticário.

Sou KCP (Kanban Coaching Professional) e atuo como Gerente de Agilidade no Grupo Boticário. Tenho carreira de +20 em TI com foco em agilidade nos últimos 12 anos. Hoje sou responsável pela expansão da agilidade organizacional do Grupo Boticário, atra... Show more

Brevard Nelson

Brevard Nelson

Brevard Nelson, has a unique blend of marketing and corporate communications talent, IT expertise, seasoned with an entrepreneurial spirit.

He has over 25 years of experience in balancing Left-brain activities (Digital solutions, Coding, Data analysis, Fintech) & Right-brain activities (Music, dancing, the Creative Arts & Storytelling). This unique blend of technical acumen, creative insight, and leadership positions Brevard as a visionary capable of driving innovation and fostering growth across diverse sectors.

As a former senior executive in financial services and now serial entrepreneur, Brevard understands the how to solve problems and the need for ROI.

His last ebook the 5Ms of Modern Marketing, helped corporate Marketing and communications managers and SME business owners, navigate the evolving world of marketing during the pandemic.

His upcoming 2025 revision will focus on a bonus M, MarTech and highlight the significant ways Marketing Technology and especially AI is impacting the industry.

Brevard Nelson, has a unique blend of marketing and corporate communications talent, IT expertise, seasoned with an entrepreneurial spirit. He has over 25 years of experience in balancing Left-brain activities (Digital solutions, Coding, Data an... Show more

Matt Barcomb

Matt Barcomb

What I enjoy most is using my broad experience to grow people and teams and help organizations become more customer-focused and product-oriented.

I have filled many roles over the years—Head of Product & Technology, Sr. Product Manager, Delivery Manager, and Principle Engineer. I've also run and grown various boutique consulting companies, all focused on organizational change and becoming more product-focused.

What I enjoy most is using my broad experience to grow people and teams and help organizations become more customer-focused and product-oriented. I have filled many roles over the years—Head of Product & Technology, Sr. Product Manager, Delivery M... Show more

Benny Vasquez

Benny Vasquez

benny is the Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation, with a long history in business and community building and an undying love of open source.

I spell my name with a lowercase b, but sessionize doesn't support that...yet.

benny is the Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation, with a long history in business and community building and an undying love of open source. I spell my name with a lowercase b, but sessionize doesn't support that...yet. Show more

Kevin Delfour

Kevin Delfour

I'm a passionate developer and a committed entrepreneur, always on the lookout for new adventures in the world of IT. My enthusiasm is not limited to code, but extends to transforming working methods through holacracy and agility.

I firmly believe in the balance between structure and innovation, and I strive to help teams reach their full potential. For me, each team member is a key element in our collective success.

My aim: to motivate and develop each individual in a stimulating professional environment.

I'm a passionate developer and a committed entrepreneur, always on the lookout for new adventures in the world of IT. My enthusiasm is not limited to code, but extends to transforming working methods through holacracy and agility. I firmly believe... Show more

Prachi Jain

Prachi Jain

Prachi is a Senior Product Manager at Manulife. She started as a Business Analyst at Manulife in 2020 after she finished her graduation from University of Connecticut in Masters of Business Analytics and Project Management. In her last semester, she worked with John Hancock Life Insurance in Boston as an intern. John Hancock is a subsidiary of Manulife in the United States. As an intern she learnt devising chargeback pricing models and strategies for PaaS. Later, she joined full-time to lead chargeback for Cloud Platform Services at Manulife. She got exposed to how technology finance works overall and gradually FinOps became her passion. She was one of the founding members to introduce and evangelize FinOps at Manulife. She is currently leading FinOps Product Management.

Prachi is a Senior Product Manager at Manulife. She started as a Business Analyst at Manulife in 2020 after she finished her graduation from University of Connecticut in Masters of Business Analytics and Project Management. In her last semester, she ... Show more

Fabricio Buzeto

Fabricio Buzeto

Fabricio has a Ph.D. in Computer Science and is currently an Engineering Manager at Brex. For the past 20 years have been developing software in distributed teams focused on digital products consulting for both big and small organizations. Amongst his own ventures, it can highlight his role as CTO of Qualcanal (500 Startups) and bxblue (Y Combinator) with more than 2M users and 1B USD in transactions in Brazil.

Fabricio has a Ph.D. in Computer Science and is currently an Engineering Manager at Brex. For the past 20 years have been developing software in distributed teams focused on digital products consulting for both big and small organizations. Amongst hi... Show more

Ananya Ghosh Chowdhury

Ananya Ghosh Chowdhury

As a Senior AI Leader at Microsoft, Ananya Ghosh Chowdhury spearheads strategic initiatives and designs solutions that empower businesses to leverage advanced analytical and innovative AI technologies. With over 10 years of experience in data science, machine learning, data engineering, software engineering, and cloud technologies, Ananya brings a wealth of expertise to her role.

Committed to responsible AI adoption, Ananya is one of the few selected members worldwide as an AI 2030 Responsible AI Evangelist, an initiative aimed at mainstreaming responsible AI practices in transparency, fairness, and sustainability. She is also a council member of the AI Xecutive Council, an elite community of visionary leaders pioneering paths toward an AI-powered future. She actively mentors startups, entrepreneurs, and investors, and contributes to Women in Data Science (WiDS) as a mentor. Additionally, she creates technical content to share her insights.

Ananya is a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, a prestigious Marquis Who's Who Listee, and a member of the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society, reflecting her commitment to continuous learning and growth. As a Data and AI leader at Microsoft, she excels in driving AI innovation within the retail sector, leading transformative AI strategies and demonstrating her technical expertise and deep understanding of retail challenges. Ananya advises organizations on using AI and advanced analytics to revolutionize their strategies, positioning herself as a key advisor in helping businesses achieve their goals through tailored AI solutions.

As a Senior AI Leader at Microsoft, Ananya Ghosh Chowdhury spearheads strategic initiatives and designs solutions that empower businesses to leverage advanced analytical and innovative AI technologies. With over 10 years of experience in data science... Show more

Gaurav Shekhar

Gaurav Shekhar

With over 18 years in software, Gaurav Shekhar, works with Fortune 500 companies as Sr Engineering Manager and Enterprise Cloud Architect, excels in merging management, architecture, and coding with precision in cloud technologies, data science, and machine learning. As a strategist, Gaurav bridges complex technical processes with tangible business outcomes, leading successful projects, implementing innovative solutions, and fostering a culture of standardization and automation. His track record includes impeccable system architecture, design, and an unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. Seeking to transcend standards and create value, Gaurav brings expertise, innovation, and dedication to collaborative projects.

With over 18 years in software, Gaurav Shekhar, works with Fortune 500 companies as Sr Engineering Manager and Enterprise Cloud Architect, excels in merging management, architecture, and coding with precision in cloud technologies, data science, and ... Show more

Austin Steinmetz

Austin Steinmetz

Austin has a passion for the intersection between data & consumer psychology. He enjoys understanding "why" users interact with certain visual elements and how to improve business processes through visualization. Austin works as a Product Manager specializing in data visualization, product development, and end user adoption.

Austin has a passion for the intersection between data & consumer psychology. He enjoys understanding "why" users interact with certain visual elements and how to improve business processes through visualization. Austin works as a Product Manager spe... Show more

Tom Walton

Tom Walton

tom is a business person in technology, having experience in operations, sales and finance, before finding his calling in software development. he has been leading technology teams and mentoring other technology leaders for over 10 years. tom loves to spend time with wife and two children, and with robots, and finds that FIRST Robotics is a great way to do both.

tom is a business person in technology, having experience in operations, sales and finance, before finding his calling in software development. he has been leading technology teams and mentoring other technology leaders for over 10 years. tom loves ... Show more

Miguel Esteban

Miguel Esteban

Ingeniero en Informática. Apasionado del software y la tecnología con más de 20 años de desarrollo profesional en el mundo IT. Convencido de que solo el trabajo bien hecho, la calidad y la mejora continua sientan una base sólida de futuro.

Ingeniero en Informática. Apasionado del software y la tecnología con más de 20 años de desarrollo profesional en el mundo IT. Convencido de que solo el trabajo bien hecho, la calidad y la mejora continua sientan una base sólida de futuro. Show more

Sara Dufour

Sara Dufour

Sara supports organizations in their Agile journeys and product practices, as a coach or freelance manager.
She co-founded La Places des Grenouilles, an anti-sexist association, in 2021.
She is passionate about arts and words, diversity and inclusion, gastronomy and NVC.

Sara supports organizations in their Agile journeys and product practices, as a coach or freelance manager. She co-founded La Places des Grenouilles, an anti-sexist association, in 2021. She is passionate about arts and words, diversity and inclu... Show more

Scott Morgan

Scott Morgan

When I was eleven, I wrote a Basic program that moved a circle across the screen of a monochrome monitor, and I was hooked. I have worn many hats in my career, but I have always been a developer. I am passionate about helping developers produce great work and have the best job satisfaction I can provide.

I am a lifelong learner, working toward my doctorate (DBA) in business intelligence at Marymount University.

When I was eleven, I wrote a Basic program that moved a circle across the screen of a monochrome monitor, and I was hooked. I have worn many hats in my career, but I have always been a developer. I am passionate about helping developers produce grea... Show more

Robert Glaser

Robert Glaser

Robert Glaser leads Data and AI at INNOQ. With roots in software engineering and a talent for creating user-friendly web applications, he now guides companies through the AI landscape, helping them develop strategies and products for challenging problems. Fascinated by practical uses of generative AI in software, he hosts the podcast "AI und jetzt," discussing AI's potential across industries. Robert bridges tech and business, advocating user-centric digitization. Off duty, he enjoys exploring the local food scene.

Robert Glaser leads Data and AI at INNOQ. With roots in software engineering and a talent for creating user-friendly web applications, he now guides companies through the AI landscape, helping them develop strategies and products for challenging prob... Show more

Chris Short

Chris Short

Chris Short has been a proponent of open source solutions throughout his 30+ years in various IT disciplines, including systems, security, networks, DevOps management, and cloud native advocacy across the public and private sectors. He currently works as a Developer Advocate at Amazon Web Services, and is an active Kubernetes contributor. Chris is a disabled US Air Force veteran living with his wife and son in Metro Detroit. Chris writes about Cloud Native, DevOps, and other topics at ChrisShort.net.

Chris Short has been a proponent of open source solutions throughout his 30+ years in various IT disciplines, including systems, security, networks, DevOps management, and cloud native advocacy across the public and private sectors. He currently work... Show more

Mariano Martinez Melo

Mariano Martinez Melo

I was born in Argentina and then moved to Chile, I'm a Principal Solution Manager leading and implementing Dynamics 365 FO solutions for 11 years in several countries.
In 2024 I was awarded as Microsoft MVP for Business Applications for my contributions to the community.
FO Certified Solution Architect and passionate about the Dynamics 365 ecosystem.
I'm Co-Author of the book: Becoming a Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate, to help others optimize and implement Dynamics 365 supply chain management.
Blog writer and speaker. Currently, I'm an MCT who works on training teams in FO.

I was born in Argentina and then moved to Chile, I'm a Principal Solution Manager leading and implementing Dynamics 365 FO solutions for 11 years in several countries. In 2024 I was awarded as Microsoft MVP for Business Applications for my contribut... Show more

Guillaume Gaudfroy

Guillaume Gaudfroy

Chez KPI Consulting depuis plus d'une décennie, ma mission est de transformer la donnée en une expérience simple et engageante. Notre expertise sur Power BI, Fabric et plus largement la Power Platform, nous développons des solutions décisionnelles qui démystifient les données pour les dirigeants de PME/PMI.

Notre approche, centrée sur l'innovation et l'efficacité, nous permet de concevoir des outils de pilotage ludiques et performants. Ces solutions sur mesure facilitent une prise de décision rapide et éclairée.

MVP Data Platform depuis 4 ans, je suis activement engagé dans la communauté Française autour des métiers de la data et la business Intelligence, notamment avec le Club Power BI, le Power 365...

Certification 70-778:
Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Microsoft Power BI

Certification Exam 70-779 :
Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Microsoft Excel

Certification PL-900 : Power Platform Fundamentals
DP-600: Implémentation de solutions d’analyse à l’aide de Microsoft Fabric
DP-300:Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst

Microsoft Certified Solution Associate BI/Reporting

Certification DA-100
Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate

Microsoft Data PlatForm MVP

Je suis l'animateur et organisateur du Club Power BI Lille
Créateur et organisateur du Power 365.

Ma ligne de conduite: être simple, efficace et toujours dans la bonne humeur

Chez KPI Consulting depuis plus d'une décennie, ma mission est de transformer la donnée en une expérience simple et engageante. Notre expertise sur Power BI, Fabric et plus largement la Power Platform, nous développons des solutions décisionnelles qu... Show more

Ramit Paul

Ramit Paul

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven track record of implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations solutions across diverse industries.

I am passionate about streamlining business processes, enhancing service innovation, and enabling customer value. I have successfully led and contributed to multiple projects involving finance, operations, supply chain, and retail modules, using agile methodologies and Six Sigma tools. I am also skilled in Microsoft products and business analysis, and I constantly seek to expand my knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving field of Microsoft Dynamics 365.

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven tra... Show more

Key McKay

Key McKay

Key McKay is a Business Networking Specialist for the Better Business Bureau (BBB), serving as a vital liaison for businesses. In this role, Key connects businesses with essential resources, fostering trust and collaboration within the community. Before joining the BBB, Key excelled as a Business Operations Consultant, where she leveraged her expertise in operations, marketing, sales, and client management to help businesses achieve their goals by streamlining and automating processes through strategic software solutions. Her commitment to leadership and community service has been recognized with the prestigious 30 Under 30 Change Makers Award, honoring her exceptional contributions to the Caribbean American community. As a TEDx speaker, Key inspires audiences with her wealth of experience and passion for helping others succeed through the power of storytelling.

Key McKay is a Business Networking Specialist for the Better Business Bureau (BBB), serving as a vital liaison for businesses. In this role, Key connects businesses with essential resources, fostering trust and collaboration within the community. Bef... Show more

Keith Casey

Keith Casey

Keith “Danger” Casey currently serves on the Product Team at Pangea helping teams launch their systems faster and easier than ever before. Previously, he served on the Product Teams at ngrok launching GTM efforts, Okta working on Identity and Authentication APIs, as an early Developer Evangelist at Twilio, and worked to answer the Ultimate Geek Question at the Library of Congress. His underlying goal is to get good technology into the hands of good people to do great things. In his spare time, he writes at CaseySoftware.com, lives in the woods, and has recorded numerous API courses with LinkedIn Learning.

Keith “Danger” Casey currently serves on the Product Team at Pangea helping teams launch their systems faster and easier than ever before. Previously, he served on the Product Teams at ngrok launching GTM efforts, Okta working on Identity and Authent... Show more

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