Sarang Brahme is a Principal Architect who builds AI systems that actually ship. Equal parts strategist and hands-on tinkerer, he helps enterprises turn LLMs, copilots, and intelligent automation into measurable outcomes—powering smarter customer experiences across retail, hospitality, sports, and beyond. His work is grounded in systems thinking and mathematical discipline: defining clear objective functions, designing feedback loops, and engineering reliability through evaluation, uncertainty-aware patterns, and performance trade-offs (latency, cost, accuracy). Known for bridging the gap between what’s possible and what’s provable in production, Sarang is a trusted voice on operationalizing AI responsibly, making it approachable, actionable, and scalable in the real world.

Sarang Brahme is a Principal Architect who builds AI systems that actually ship. Equal parts strategist and hands-on tinkerer, he helps enterprises turn LLMs, copilots, and intelligent automation into measurable outcomes—powering smarter customer exp... Show more

With a background in Architecture and Development Tadeh has supported building large scale projects with diverse teams for over 10 years. By promoting open dialogue, systems thinking, and long term planning he has improved operational efficiencies in all his endeavors. He is a course author, trainer, and open source contributor as well as a speaker at national conferences in technology, architecture, design. He loves to talk about the new possibilities with technology and innovation at everyone’s disposal while building communities along the way.

With a background in Architecture and Development Tadeh has supported building large scale projects with diverse teams for over 10 years. By promoting open dialogue, systems thinking, and long term planning he has improved operational efficiencies in... Show more

Laura is a Microsoft Consultant at Bechtle. She is actively involved as a Community Lead at the Microsoft Cloud & AI Meetup Thuringia and as a speaker, she has appeared at Experts Live Germany, and has been a guest on various podcasts, meetups, and YouTube casts.
Laura is also the author of the book “Der Weg in die Cloud - Erfolgreich migrieren nach Microsoft 365.”

Laura is a Microsoft Consultant at Bechtle. She is actively involved as a Community Lead at the Microsoft Cloud & AI Meetup Thuringia and as a speaker, she has appeared at Experts Live Germany, and has been a guest on various podcasts, meetups, and Y... Show more

Chad Hester has more than 20 years of development experience and 10 years focused primarily on accessibility. He combines his experience with leadership of people, processes and projects together to provide you with expertise in implementing strategies to be a better developer for your company.

Chad Hester has more than 20 years of development experience and 10 years focused primarily on accessibility. He combines his experience with leadership of people, processes and projects together to provide you with expertise in implementing strategi... Show more

Shubhangi is a Product and DevRel leader building at the intersection of open source, AI, and inclusive tech communities.
She leads a 35,000+ member developer network and drives initiatives through Claude Code, Google Developer Groups Noida and Women Techmakers Delhi. A GitHub Campus Expert and speaker at multiple tech events like DevFest and MLH Hackcon, she champions open collaboration, equitable representation, and community-led innovation in AI and infrastructure.

Shubhangi is a Product and DevRel leader building at the intersection of open source, AI, and inclusive tech communities. She leads a 35,000+ member developer network and drives initiatives through Claude Code, Google Developer Groups Noida and Wom... Show more

Karl Lillrud is a globally acclaimed expert in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and business innovation, known for empowering audiences to transform challenges into opportunities. As one of the TOP10 AI Thought Leaders by Thinkers360 and ranked 11th among the world's TOP30 speakers by Global Gurus, Karl combines a wealth of knowledge with a dynamic, engaging speaking style that has captivated audiences across the globe.

With 28 years of experience, Karl has collaborated with Fortune 500 companies, groundbreaking startups, and global leaders to deliver transformative results. From driving e-commerce expansion in 12 countries for H&M to managing global technology migrations for clients like Tele2 and H&M, Karl’s career exemplifies innovation and impact at scale. His expertise spans industries such as AI, telecom, e-commerce, and customer experience, with projects that have reshaped organizational strategies and unlocked unprecedented growth.

A two-time TEDx speaker and best-selling author of nine books, including "AI: Your Second Brain—Evolve or Go Extinct," Karl demystifies complex topics, offering practical insights into leveraging AI, fostering innovation, and navigating the digital age. His accolades, including multiple global awards for leadership and innovation, underscore his authority and impact in shaping the future of technology and business.

Karl’s presentations are renowned for their actionable takeaways and transformative ideas. Whether addressing AI ethics, the future of work, or strategies for scaling businesses in an increasingly digital world, Karl delivers content that is tailored to resonate with each audience. His ability to translate technical complexity into relatable insights has made him a sought-after speaker at events such as the World Economic Forum, Seamless KSA, and other high-profile global stages.

By choosing Karl Lillrud for your event, you’re not just hiring a speaker—you’re bringing in a catalyst for inspiration, growth, and innovation. His proven track record of empowering organizations and individuals ensures your audience will leave equipped to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

Karl Lillrud is a globally acclaimed expert in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and business innovation, known for empowering audiences to transform challenges into opportunities. As one of the TOP10 AI Thought Leaders by Thinkers360 ... Show more

Fred is a technology leader with over 20 years of experience helping teams navigate change, improve collaboration, and deliver value. He believes growth is an ongoing journey, both for teams and individuals, and has always championed learning, iteration, and adaptability. Whether leading teams through transformation or refining his own approach, Fred is passionate about helping others discover the small, intentional actions that lead to lasting success.

Fred is a technology leader with over 20 years of experience helping teams navigate change, improve collaboration, and deliver value. He believes growth is an ongoing journey, both for teams and individuals, and has always championed learning, iterat... Show more

Joel brings 25 years of global experience, supporting Fortune 500 companies and thousands of participants. He specializes in empowering leaders and teams with effective communication skills, fostering more impactful collaboration and motivation. His expertise lies in enabling individuals to authentically influence others towards deeper business relationships, fostering trust and enhancing engagement.

Joel thrives to lead engaging and interactive sessions based on 'Learn, Laugh, and Do!'

When you communicate effectively, people feel heard, seen, and understood- mutual respect is created, and you start connecting and unlocking the motivators for you and the other.

Drawing from his background as a former professional actor and improviser- Joel brings unique tips and activities for everyone to practice and implement.

You can listen to or watch Joel as the host of "The Great Canadian Leadership" and "This Feels Right" Podcasts and YouTube – interviewing leaders and experts on influencing and communications skills."

Joel brings 25 years of global experience, supporting Fortune 500 companies and thousands of participants. He specializes in empowering leaders and teams with effective communication skills, fostering more impactful collaboration and motivation. His ... Show more

With nearly 18 years in the software industry, Luisa has evolved from being passionate about writing great code to focusing on building and nurturing high-performing teams. A Certified Encouragement Consultant and Empowering People in the Workplace Facilitator, she brings together deep technical expertise and a talent for fostering human-centered growth.

Since 2019, Luisa has delivered engaging talks and hands-on workshops that inspire teams and individuals to achieve their full potential. Her unique approach empowers organizations to drive both technological innovation and positive, sustainable change through collaboration and impactful leadership.

With nearly 18 years in the software industry, Luisa has evolved from being passionate about writing great code to focusing on building and nurturing high-performing teams. A Certified Encouragement Consultant and Empowering People in the Workplace F... Show more

¡Hola! Soy Mánager de Data & IA en Tokiota y una entusiasta de los datos.

Gallega de nacimiento y corazón, economista de formación, analista de datos de profesión y amante de la lectura, mascotas y de la buena comida por vocación 😉

Me gusta compartir mi conocimiento y experiencia con más personas y seguir aprendiendo día a día de mis compañeros y amigos/as que me inspiran a ser mejor persona y profesional.

Certificaciones de Microsoft:
- Fabric Data Engineer Associated
- Power BI Data Analytst Associate.

Certificaciones de Gestión de Proyectos:
- Scrum Master Certification (EuropeanScrum.org)

Otras certificaciones:
- Databricks Fundamentals.

¡Hola! Soy Mánager de Data & IA en Tokiota y una entusiasta de los datos. Gallega de nacimiento y corazón, economista de formación, analista de datos de profesión y amante de la lectura, mascotas y de la buena comida por vocación 😉 Me gusta c... Show more

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative Risk.

He focuses on "translating" complex regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, GDPR, ISO 42001) into actionable architectures for engineering and business teams. Unlike traditional compliance officers, Hernan advocates for data-driven risk management, moving beyond "heatmaps" to utilize Monte Carlo simulations, convolution models, and Python-based risk quantification.

Hernan has led Risk, Control, and Audit functions for major multinational corporations across Europe and the Americas. He writes and speaks extensively on Adversarial AI, Algorithmic Auditing, and the financial quantification of Cyber Risk. Past keynote venues include Risk Awareness Conferences (>2,000 risk managers), IIA and ISACA Summits, ProcureCom Europe, IKN Madrid, IE University, and closed-door sessions for international organizations and national regulators. Hernan’s talks consistently rank in the top 5% of conference feedback scores because he makes complex security requirements, business needs and regulations feel like a competitive advantage.

Speaking Topics:

AI Governance: Implementing ISO 42001 and navigating the EU AI Act.
Risk Quantification: Why "Impact x Probability" fails and how to use convolution models.
Adversarial AI: Balancing transparency with security to prevent data poisoning.
AI ROI: Risk-adjusted financial modeling for Generative AI deployments.

Ready-to-Submit Talk Proposals:

Session 1: The Technical/Quant Talk

Title: Kill the Heatmap: Quantifying AI Risk with Python & Monte Carlo Simulations
Abstract: Most organizations manage AI risk using colorful 5x5 "heatmaps." This is mathematically flawed and dangerous for high-stakes AI deployment. In this talk, we will ditch the gut-check methodology. I will demonstrate how to use convolution and Monte Carlo simulations to model the "tail risk" of AI hallucinations and regulatory fines. You will leave with a method to calculate the actual financial exposure of your models—no expensive GRC software required, just math and logic.

Session 2: The Governance/Security Talk

Title: The Transparency Trap: How to Audit AI Without Creating Vulnerabilities
Abstract: New standards like ISO/IEC 12792 demand AI transparency, but in the age of Adversarial Machine Learning, "oversharing" is a security vector. If you reveal your full architecture and training sources, you invite data poisoning and model inversion attacks. This session outlines a "Tiered Disclosure Architecture." We will discuss how to route specific data to auditors, regulators, and users differently, ensuring compliance with the EU AI Act without handing the keys to bad actors.

Session 3: The Business/Strategy Talk

Title: The Real Cost of Intelligence: A Risk-Adjusted Framework for AI ROI
Abstract: Companies are deploying Generative AI based on productivity hype, but they are ignoring the "OpEx Iceberg"—model drift, inference costs, and liability reserves. This talk presents a financial framework for calculating the true ROI of AI. We will cover how to factor in the "Risk Delta" (new risks vs. automated risks), calculate the Levelized Cost of AI (LCOAI), and determine when to build vs. buy based on process uniqueness. A session for leaders who need to justify the cloud bill to the CFO.

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative ... Show more

Engin Eser is Co-Founder of Event Punks GmbH, a Creative Tech Studio that transforms business challenges into playable experiences. From gamified recruiting and immersive brand activations to game-based training and edutainment, built on platforms like Roblox, Fortnite, Minecraft, and the Web.

On the Microsoft side, Engin is a Microsoft MVP and Power Platform practitioner with a strong focus on Power Apps Code Apps, Copilot extensibility, and AI Agent development. He builds solutions that bridge the gap between low-code and pro-code and believes that great technology should feel less like a tool and more like an experience.

He speaks at international conferences about gamification, UX-driven app design, and the future of immersive digital experiences.

Engin Eser is Co-Founder of Event Punks GmbH, a Creative Tech Studio that transforms business challenges into playable experiences. From gamified recruiting and immersive brand activations to game-based training and edutainment, built on platforms li... Show more

I am an Enterprise Solution Architect and technology leader specializing in AI-driven cloud architectures, Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, Azure serverless platforms, and enterprise data modernization. I work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, distributed systems, and low-code engineering, helping organizations design scalable, autonomous cloud operations grounded in strong data foundations.

With more than 15 years of experience working with organizations across many industries, including Fortune 500 companies, I have led large-scale digital transformation programs that modernize legacy platforms into event-driven, serverless, AI-ready ecosystems. My work focuses on building intelligent operational architectures that combine Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Dataverse with AI agents to enable self-healing workflows, predictive insights, and real-time decision automation. I delivered end-to-end solutions where Dynamics 365 drives core business process automation, Power Platform enables rapid low-code development and citizen-led innovation, and Microsoft Fabric unifies data engineering, analytics, and AI workloads into a single governed platform.

I am a Fellow of the British Computer Society (FBCS), Fellow of IETE (FIETE), Senior Member of IEEE (SMIEEE), and Distinguished Fellow of the Soft Computing Research Society. I serve as a technical program committee member, reviewer, and keynote speaker at international conferences, contributing research and thought leadership in AI governance, data architecture, and low-code engineering at scale. I am also a Lead Enterprise Data Architect at Cytel, where I apply this expertise to drive measurable business outcomes across complex enterprise environments.

Beyond enterprise architecture, Milan actively mentors engineers and citizen developers, having guided many professionals in building governed, production-grade automation solutions. My work bridges academic research and industry execution, translating complex AI and cloud engineering concepts into practical, repeatable enterprise patterns.

I am an Enterprise Solution Architect and technology leader specializing in AI-driven cloud architectures, Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, Azure serverless platforms, and enterprise data modernization. I work at the intersection of artificial intel... Show more

Shelly Thomas is a licensed Professional Engineer, Microsoft Certified Trainer (pending), and founder of Building Beta Executive Coaching, where she helps C-suite leaders navigate AI transformation without losing their authority in the room.

Her professional foundation spans 20+ years across oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial distribution, and engineering. She managed Fortune 500 client relationships at Morton Salt's Industrial Division, directed a $550 million global eCommerce operation at Chart Industries, and has designed training programs for complex enterprise deployments including Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365 Copilot Agents, and Oracle.

Her coaching philosophy, you cannot automate what you cannot explain, shapes every training program she designs. She builds Microsoft 365 Copilot curriculum that meets executives where they actually are: time-starved, skeptical, and accountable for outcomes their boards can measure.

Shelly serves on the UAA College of Engineering Advisory Board, co-chairs Alaska's Women in Engineering Advisory Board across UAA and UAF, and hosts the Breaking Frozen Ground podcast focused on Alaska's engineering community. She currently holds dual roles as Senior Project Manager at Resource Data and founder of Building Beta Executive Coaching.

She is based in Alaska, and yes, she genuinely loves it there.

Shelly Thomas is a licensed Professional Engineer, Microsoft Certified Trainer (pending), and founder of Building Beta Executive Coaching, where she helps C-suite leaders navigate AI transformation without losing their authority in the room. Her p... Show more

Currently serving as CTO at Fiscontech, he leads multidisciplinary teams and manages high-scale technology projects. Diego possesses deep hands-on expertise in multi-cloud infrastructure, spanning AWS and Oracle OCI.

Currently serving as CTO at Fiscontech, he leads multidisciplinary teams and manages high-scale technology projects. Diego possesses deep hands-on expertise in multi-cloud infrastructure, spanning AWS and Oracle OCI. Show more

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Architect with 19+ years of strong experience across wireless and telecom networks, with a focus on cloud-native 5G/5GS, Kubernetes, 5GC, LTE, SDN, IP, private networks, enterprise 5G, security, and DevOps. Effective across both presales and delivery, translating business needs into robust solution designs, supporting sales pursuits, and driving growth. Passionate about building performance-optimized, modern data center platforms and applying AI/ML to enable next-generation capabilities.
Broad experience designing and delivering application architectures and infrastructure for leading telecom operators and tier-1 CSPs.

Architect with 19+ years of strong experience across wireless and telecom networks, with a focus on cloud-native 5G/5GS, Kubernetes, 5GC, LTE, SDN, IP, private networks, enterprise 5G, security, and DevOps. Effective across both presales and delivery... Show more

Senior Customer Relationship Management Consultant with a proven track record in the information technology and services industry. Since embarking on my CRM journey, I have participated in over a hundred CRM implementations across various industries and company sizes, ranging from a small workshop with just two users to large corporations with thousands of users.

I have been working with Dynamics Customer Engagement since 2019, acquiring extensive experience with its diverse modules:
- Dynamics Sales
- Dynamics Customer Service and Dynamics Contact Center (formerly Omnichannel)
- Dynamics Customer Insights - Journeys (formerly Marketing)

As both an Architect and CRM implementor, I have encountered numerous CRM systems and solutions, enabling me to craft tailored strategies for specific client needs. My mantra is to leverage standard solutions and processes whenever possible, ensuring the system remains user-friendly and efficient for end-users.

Senior Customer Relationship Management Consultant with a proven track record in the information technology and services industry. Since embarking on my CRM journey, I have participated in over a hundred CRM implementations across various industries ... Show more

Christopher Mowers is Director of Enterprise Systems at Glass Roots Construction, where he leads the design and evolution of the systems the company runs on. His work focuses on building operational platforms that combine automation, analytics, and business-user tools so that data becomes part of how work actually gets done.

Christopher works at the intersection of technology, operations, and human behavior. While he remains hands-on with platforms like Zoho and cloud technologies, his focus is on designing systems that teams actually adopt and that scale as organizations grow.

He is a regular contributor to the Zoho Developer Community, and his work has been featured by the Zoho Creator team during Developer Month, by Catalyst by Zoho in the Meet the Makers series, and at Zoholics US. He speaks about citizen development, analytics embedded in operational systems, and empowering the people closest to the work with better tools.

Christopher holds certifications as a Zoho Creator Developer Associate, Zoho Analytics Certified Consultant, and AWS Developer Associate, and is pursuing a Master’s degree in Computer Science at Ball State University.

Christopher Mowers is Director of Enterprise Systems at Glass Roots Construction, where he leads the design and evolution of the systems the company runs on. His work focuses on building operational platforms that combine automation, analytics, and b... Show more

Kapil Puvar, with 10.5 years in Dynamics 365 Business Central & Navision and a mechanical engineering background, is a leader in ERP implementations. Starting in the mechanical sector, he spent 5.5 years in production planning and process improvement, gaining invaluable ERP system insights. Transitioning to a functional consultant for Navision at Intech Systems, Kapil's unique skills saw him rise from Senior Functional Consultant to Senior Manager, leading over 35 global ERP projects. He's designed innovative products like Quality Control and Advanced Purchase, now featured on Microsoft AppSource. Kapil's blend of engineering and ERP expertise makes him a key asset in technology implementation and manufacturing process optimization.

Kapil Puvar, with 10.5 years in Dynamics 365 Business Central & Navision and a mechanical engineering background, is a leader in ERP implementations. Starting in the mechanical sector, he spent 5.5 years in production planning and process improvement... Show more

Je suis concepteur de jeux sérieux et sur-mesure depuis 2019 avec Imagine Expériences et cofondateur de Ludiz depuis 2023, une plateforme no-code dédiée à la création d’expériences gamifiées.

Depuis plusieurs années, je conçois et j’anime des dispositifs ludiques pour des entreprises, des institutions publiques et des organismes de formation, autour de thématiques comme la formation, l’onboarding, la communication interne, la sensibilisation, le marketing ou l’intelligence collective.

Je compte plus de 150 jeux et outils ludiques conçus sur-mesure à mon actif, et plus de 200 évènement ludiques physique ou virtuels animés.

Ludiz quand à elle, compte désormais plusieurs centaines d'utilisateurs (créateurs de contenus gamifiés) et déjà plus de 20 000 joueurs ont pu bénéficier de ces expériences !

Issu du monde de l’événementiel et du game design appliqué, je m’intéresse particulièrement à la manière dont le jeu peut devenir un outil vecteur de message et de mise en action.

Avec Ludiz, j’accompagne formateurs, RH, managers et designers dans la transformation de contenus existants en expériences interactives et engageantes. J’interviens régulièrement lors d’ateliers et d’événements professionnels pour partager une vision accessible et pratique de la gamification.

Je suis concepteur de jeux sérieux et sur-mesure depuis 2019 avec Imagine Expériences et cofondateur de Ludiz depuis 2023, une plateforme no-code dédiée à la création d’expériences gamifiées. Depuis plusieurs années, je conçois et j’anime des disp... Show more

Dan Tudor is the Founder and President of Tudor Collegiate Strategies (TCS), a nationally respected athletic recruiting advisory firm that specializes in training college admissions and coaching staffs to communicate and recruit their prospects more effectively. Since 2005, Tudor has been called “America’s recruiting coordinator” thanks to his company’s cutting-edge strategies, research and advice to the college coaching community.

TCS publishes the popular Monday Morning Admissions newsletter and podcast, as well as the College Recruiting Weekly newsletter and podcast the country every week, boasting over 50,000 readers and listeners. Dan and his team speak regularly at college coach and admissions conventions around the country.

Dan Tudor is based in North Carolina, and can be reached by email at dan@dantudor.com.

Dan Tudor is the Founder and President of Tudor Collegiate Strategies (TCS), a nationally respected athletic recruiting advisory firm that specializes in training college admissions and coaching staffs to communicate and recruit their prospects more ... Show more

President of Verosoft (TAG) with 20+ years leading innovation in enterprise IT, EAM, CMMS, AI, ERP, and Microsoft cloud technologies. Martin specializes in helping organizations accelerate digital transformation through automation, intelligent asset management, and cloud-based business solutions.

As a visionary leader in the Microsoft ecosystem, spanning Dynamics 365, Azure, Power Platform, and Office 365, Martin has built and scaled international operations serving clients across five continents. Martin's focus is on transforming complex business challenges into streamlined, data-driven systems that empower organizations to make smarter, faster decisions.

At Verosoft, Martin leads the global expansion of embedded EAM and CMMS platforms (TAG Mobi) within Dynamics 365, driving innovation in maintenance, mobility, AI and enterprise asset management.

Martin is committed to fostering a culture of innovation, partnership, and excellence, developing technologies that deliver measurable impact, enhance operational resilience, and align enterprise strategy with digital transformation goals.

President of Verosoft (TAG) with 20+ years leading innovation in enterprise IT, EAM, CMMS, AI, ERP, and Microsoft cloud technologies. Martin specializes in helping organizations accelerate digital transformation through automation, intelligent asset ... Show more

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

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 16 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. With a strong track record of architecting scalable and efficient systems, Satej has successfully delivered data-driven and ML applied solutions. He's also an author of two programming books named "Building Secure PHP Applications" and "PHP 8 Basics: For Programming and Web Development" with Apress / Springer publications with another one in pipeline.

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 16 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. ... Show more

Hi! I'm Manika Jain, a passionate Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase in their London office. My journey began at Delhi Technological University (India), where I majored in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a minor in Computer Science Engineering.

My professional narrative unfolds with diverse experiences, including impactful roles at JPMorgan, Samagra, the University of British Columbia as a MITACS Globalink Researcher, and the University of Arizona. Each role has provided me with a platform to apply and implement the profound knowledge gained from my academic endeavors.

Beyond the workplace, I am deeply committed to amplifying the presence of women in STEM-related fields. As a proactive member of globally recognized coding communities, I actively contribute to initiatives aimed at fostering diversity and inclusivity in the tech space. Currently serving as the Chapter Lead at Women Who Code, Delhi, I am dedicated to elevating the representation of women in technology, working towards a more balanced and equitable industry.

I am proud to have emerged as the international winner at the JPMorgan Code for Good 2021 hackathon. Additionally, I have been honored with scholarships that reflect my dedication to advancing women in technology, including the Class of 1959 Scholarship in 2020, Nutanix Advancing Women in Technology Scholarship and Micron URAM Global Scholarship in 2022, Women in Product Scholarship in 2021 by WiP, and the Grace Hopper Conference Scholarship by AnitaB.org Institute in 2021.

As a dedicated advocate for diversity in technology, I seek to inspire others by sharing her experiences and insights.
I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the celebration of women in technology at IWD 2024. Thank you for considering my proposal, and I look forward to the possibility of being part of this empowering event.

Hi! I'm Manika Jain, a passionate Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase in their London office. My journey began at Delhi Technological University (India), where I majored in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a minor in Computer Science Engin... Show more

"Produktiver Arbeiten" - dieses Thema treibt Thomas Maier an. Sowohl im SharePoint Umfeld, als auch in der Microsoft 365 Umgebung. Auf das gesammelte Wissen und die Erfahrung als MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer) und MVP (Most Valuable Professional) hat Thomas die 365 Akademie aufgebaut.

"Produktiver Arbeiten" - dieses Thema treibt Thomas Maier an. Sowohl im SharePoint Umfeld, als auch in der Microsoft 365 Umgebung. Auf das gesammelte Wissen und die Erfahrung als MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer) und MVP (Most Valuable Professional) ... Show more

John Halberstadt is a strategic technology and product executive, advisor, and published author focused on helping organizations modernize how they build, deliver, and scale digital products. With a background spanning CIO/CTO leadership and enterprise consulting, work centers on aligning product, engineering, and business strategy to drive measurable outcomes in complex environments.

Current role as Head of Consulting Operations at En Dash focuses on guiding organizations through product operating model transformation, AI-enabled platform strategy, and modern engineering practices. Engagements span enterprise product transformation, governance design, and the integration of AI into both customer-facing solutions and internal operating models.

Prior leadership experience includes serving as Chief Information & Technology Officer for a Property & Casualty insurer, where responsibility included core platform modernization, cloud transformation, and enterprise delivery evolution. Additional experience includes leading product, UX, and customer experience for AI and NLP platforms at Next IT, delivering conversational AI solutions across financial services, healthcare, and travel.

Consulting and advisory work across LitheSpeed and independent engagements has supported large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives, with emphasis on enterprise agility, product-centric organizations, and aligning portfolio governance with value delivery.

John is also a published author on consulting, artificial intelligence, and governance, with work focused on practical approaches to modern consulting, responsible AI adoption, and enabling organizations to operate effectively in increasingly complex, technology-driven environments.

Regular speaker topics include product operating models, enterprise agility, AI in product development, and the intersection of governance, strategy, and execution.

KEY TOPICS
— Product Operating Models & Product Leadership
— AI & NLP in Products and Organizations
— Enterprise Agility & Modern Delivery
— Technology & Platform Modernization
— Governance, Strategy, and Value Alignment

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
— Head of Consulting Operations, En Dash
— Vice President, Consulting, LitheSpeed
— Chief Information & Technology Officer, Capital Insurance Group
— SVP Customer Experience (AI/NLP), Next IT
— Enterprise Technology Leadership, FIS & First American

AUTHOR
Published author on consulting, artificial intelligence, and governance, focused on practical frameworks for modern consulting and AI-enabled organizations.

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John Halberstadt is a strategic technology and product executive, advisor, and published author focused on helping organizations modernize how they build, deliver, and scale digital products. With a background spanning CIO/CTO leadership and enterpri... Show more

Hey, I’m Shivam a theoretical physicist who somehow ended up deep in the world of tech, startups, and cloud-native systems. I co-organize CNCF Kolkata and Grafana and Friends Kolkata, and I’m also part of the CNCF TAG for Developer Experience, where I contribute to improving how developers build and ship software.

I’ve always been obsessed with what’s happening under the hood from low-level systems and kernel-level programming to how distributed infra runs at scale. I absolutely love working with Rust and Go, and you’ll usually find me tinkering with Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and open-source tools. That’s my happy place.

I am part of a company that’s currently incubated at T-Hub Hyderabad, and we’ve been fortunate to be supported by the Department of Science and Technology (Delhi), AWS Startups, the NVIDIA Inception Program, and we’re also proud to be Meta Business Partners for our product wisemelon.ai, which is helping businesses rethink how they use AI bots.

More than anything, I care about showing young engineers especially students just entering college what real-world engineering actually looks like. There’s so much more than just writing code on a laptop. Systems, scale, and building things that people actually use that’s where the fun begins.

Hey, I’m Shivam a theoretical physicist who somehow ended up deep in the world of tech, startups, and cloud-native systems. I co-organize CNCF Kolkata and Grafana and Friends Kolkata, and I’m also part of the CNCF TAG for Developer Experience, where ... Show more

Senior Java developer and technical content creator with 7+ years building enterprise applications using Jakarta EE, Spring Boot, and Quarkus. Author of two Apress books on cloud-native Java development. Created 11 Udemy courses including the platform's largest Jakarta EE course with 20,000+ students. Conference speaker at JavaLand, JDD Poland, and Eclipse Foundation events. Currently driving developer adoption at Payara through documentation, webinars, and community engagement.

Senior Java developer and technical content creator with 7+ years building enterprise applications using Jakarta EE, Spring Boot, and Quarkus. Author of two Apress books on cloud-native Java development. Created 11 Udemy courses including the platfor... Show more