Tali has 13 years of experience in the fields of Data, working at leading tech companies like Wix (10 years, Director of Data) and Simply (2 years, Head of Data). She co-founded Data Queens, a non-profit Israeli community for women in data with over 1800 members. She teaches at Hebrew University and Masterschool, and consults for various organizations, helping them harness the full potential of data through impactful communication and strategy.

Tali has 13 years of experience in the fields of Data, working at leading tech companies like Wix (10 years, Director of Data) and Simply (2 years, Head of Data). She co-founded Data Queens, a non-profit Israeli community for women in data with over ... Show more

Julie Koesmarno is a Principal Product Manager Lead at Microsoft, for the Dataverse team and bringing Copilot AI experiences to Business Applications. She has worked in Data Management, Data Warehouse and Big Data Analytics solutions both on-premises and cloud over the past decade. She has also worked as a product manager for SQL Server, Azure SQL and Azure Data Studio.
She is a regular speaker for user groups and conferences such as Power Platform Community Conference, and other data conferences. She is a co-author of SQL Server 2017 Machine Learning Services with R.

Julie Koesmarno is a Principal Product Manager Lead at Microsoft, for the Dataverse team and bringing Copilot AI experiences to Business Applications. She has worked in Data Management, Data Warehouse and Big Data Analytics solutions both on-premises... Show more

I am an experienced product leader with a focus on helping organisations to drive growth and achieve their goals through effective goal-setting and strategy alignment. With a background in the energy and FMCG industries, as well as retail, I have more than 9 years of experience working as a product owner, project and program manager setting up new products, development processes and teams from scratch. I am also a trainer, mentor, and consultant on product transformation and OKRs.

As a manager, I believe that leading by example, showing empathy, having the bravery to challenge the status quo, being determined, and continuously learning and improving oneself are the keys to success and I strive to embody these qualities.

I am an experienced product leader with a focus on helping organisations to drive growth and achieve their goals through effective goal-setting and strategy alignment. With a background in the energy and FMCG industries, as well as retail, I have mor... Show more

Alex Tuck (he/him/his) is the founder and managing principal of Tuck Consulting Group, a firm that specializes in project management consulting for small businesses and nonprofits. After several tenures at large and regional management consulting firms, Alex set out to create a firm focused on better client outcomes through diverse teams with less focus on profit realization rates. He runs this remote-first firm from a farm in Vermont where he lives with his wife and four children.

Through the pandemic, the firm has experienced 15x two-year growth, landing it at #12 on the 2023 Inc. Northeast Regional list, #356 on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list, and on the Forbes Next 1000 list.

In addition to Tuck, Alex has served as a nonprofit board member for several organizations, including a microlending nonprofit he co-founded that operates in Central America. Outside of work, Alex is an avid runner (ask him about his joy of running up mountains on a Saturday morning), enjoys international travel, and spends time with his four kids and partner.

Check out Tuck Consulting Group at https://tuckconsultinggroup.com.

Alex Tuck (he/him/his) is the founder and managing principal of Tuck Consulting Group, a firm that specializes in project management consulting for small businesses and nonprofits. After several tenures at large and regional management consulting fir... Show more

Agustín has guided projects, and organizations throughout the life cycle of OSS based products and services in different markets. He now works as an independent consultant, focused on helping organizations in two ways: applying advanced data analytics to production environments to increase delivery performance, partnering with Bitergia, and increasing their organizational performance by becoming good open source citizens, like in the case of SCANOSS.

Agustín has guided projects, and organizations throughout the life cycle of OSS based products and services in different markets. He now works as an independent consultant, focused on helping organizations in two ways: applying advanced data analytic... Show more

Evelien Acun-Roos is an experienced Knowledge Sharer at Xebia and a Professional Scrum Trainer at Scrum.org. She has a profound knowledge of Agile and Scrum and knows how to transfer that to (Scrum) Teams, their surrounding environment, and their management.

She has helped many organizations become more Agile (Unilever, ING, Rabobank, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, APG, Philips, VodafoneZiggo a.o.).

Evelien loves to give training. Since she is a certified trainer for Training From the Back of the Room, her training courses are filled with brain-based learning activities.
At Agile conferences, she shares knowledge about Scrum Values, Liberating Structures, Brain Science, Situational Leadership, Happy Chemicals, building Trust and Happiness, and other ways to Boost your Scrum.

Evelien Acun-Roos is an experienced Knowledge Sharer at Xebia and a Professional Scrum Trainer at Scrum.org. She has a profound knowledge of Agile and Scrum and knows how to transfer that to (Scrum) Teams, their surrounding environment, and their man... Show more

Bill is senior director of product management at Cloudera, responsible for Open Data Lakehouse product strategy and Apache Iceberg integration with all Cloudera Data Platform (CDP) form factors. Bill also leads Apache Hive product roadmap and adoption. Most recently, Bill was responsible for solution management for SAP HANA Data Platform and SAP HANA Cloud. Prior to that he led product management for Sybase Replication Server.

Bill is senior director of product management at Cloudera, responsible for Open Data Lakehouse product strategy and Apache Iceberg integration with all Cloudera Data Platform (CDP) form factors. Bill also leads Apache Hive product roadmap and adoptio... Show more

Jason Robey is a seasoned technology leader with over a decade of experience in software development and management. He combines his deep technical expertise with a passion for servant leadership to drive teams toward building innovative, user-focused solutions that address complex business challenges. As a strong advocate for continuous learning and professional growth, Jason empowers his teams to adopt cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Jason has been an organizer of SouthwestOhio GiveCamp for over 10 years, where he helps non-profits leverage technology to further their missions. He is also passionate about inspiring the next generation to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM), encouraging young minds to embrace the possibilities these fields offer.

Jason Robey is a seasoned technology leader with over a decade of experience in software development and management. He combines his deep technical expertise with a passion for servant leadership to drive teams toward building innovative, user-focuse... Show more

Claire is a seasoned Agile Coach with a passion for people and building relationships that matter. She has a creative mind in continuous search of new conundrums to master and solve.

With close to 2 decades of experience in project and program management, working in diverse sectors ranging from automotive to government, Claire has a down-to-earth approach when it comes to people, processes and challenges. Over the past decade, her focus grew more towards the people side, so she took the lead in setting up a mentorship program, mentoring & coaching coworkers.

She loves the outdoors, takes pleasure in the simple joys of life and recently grew her family with Tess, the German Shepherd, and Wolf, the Malinois. She firmly believes in mens sana in corpore sano. Her motto? Live. Love. Life!

Claire is a seasoned Agile Coach with a passion for people and building relationships that matter. She has a creative mind in continuous search of new conundrums to master and solve. With close to 2 decades of experience in project and program man... Show more

Cat is the Product Manager at Syntasso delivering Kratix, an open-source cloud-native framework for building internal platforms. She has worked in tech for over 10 years, the last 6 have been in Platform Engineering across all kinds of domains. She specialises in bringing Product Mindset to technical teams that serve developers and other internal users - their user experience matters too!

Away from her work endeavours, Cat is an avid plant enthusiast with dozens of houseplants. She also shares her home with Opal, her equally adored and occasionally demanding feline companion.

Cat is the Product Manager at Syntasso delivering Kratix, an open-source cloud-native framework for building internal platforms. She has worked in tech for over 10 years, the last 6 have been in Platform Engineering across all kinds of domains. She s... Show more

Julian Wallis is the founder and CEO of Intuji, a global Customer Experience Transformation Partner specialising in helping B2B companies innovate, optimise, and scale through technology. A self-taught technologist who began his journey at age 12 building websites, Julian founded what would become Intuji (originally WEBO Designs) at just 15 years old.

As the visionary behind the 4DCX Framework®, Julian has developed an innovative methodology for creating winning products and digital experiences. Under his leadership, Intuji has evolved to become a leader in customer experience and digital transformation, offering services across web development, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and more.

Julian is also the host of "Pulse by Intuji," a podcast exploring the intersection of strategy, data, commerce, and technology. The show features in-depth conversations with industry leaders about enhancing brand and customer experience to scale effectively.

Currently serving as both CEO and CRO of Intuji, Julian remains hands-on in fostering an environment where team members are empowered to contribute their unique insights and skills.

Known for his direct and authentic communication style, Julian frequently shares insights about customer experience, technological innovation, and entrepreneurship. His perspective is particularly valuable as someone who has grown from a teenage entrepreneur to a successful tech CEO, offering a unique blend of technical expertise and practical business acumen.

Julian Wallis is the founder and CEO of Intuji, a global Customer Experience Transformation Partner specialising in helping B2B companies innovate, optimise, and scale through technology. A self-taught technologist who began his journey at age 12 bui... Show more

Thrushna Matharasi is a distinguished data engineering and analytics leader based in Frisco, Texas, with over 12 years of industry experience. She has completed the prestigious CORE Program from Harvard Business School and holds a Master’s degree in Engineering from the University of Bridgeport.Thrushna has a proven track record of integrating generative AI and machine learning solutions to solve complex business problems in finance, healthcare, and mobile advertising. At Solera, she leads a 30+ member team of engineers, data analysts, and scientists, driving initiatives that blend advanced analytics with real-time data solutions. Her strategic implementation of machine learning models has resulted in significant revenue gains, while projects like integrating Looker and Snowflake have saved over $1 million annually.
Her previous work at Digital Turbine showcased her expertise in database migrations, AI-driven forecasting, and data lake house architecture, yielding cost reductions and efficiency improvements. She has a keen ability to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions, from automated GDPR compliance models to predictive analytics frameworks.Thrushna’s leadership in cloud ecosystems, streaming technologies, and generative AI highlights her as an innovative force, consistently delivering high-impact, data-driven results and guiding organizations toward data maturity and optimized performance.

Thrushna Matharasi is a distinguished data engineering and analytics leader based in Frisco, Texas, with over 12 years of industry experience. She has completed the prestigious CORE Program from Harvard Business School and holds a Master’s degree in ... Show more

Cristher Castro is an entrepreneurial luminary and CNCF Ambassador, recognized for her pivotal role in advancing cloud-native technologies in Latin America. As Co-founder and COO of Cuemby, she has demonstrated exceptional skill in both business leadership and community building. Her dedication to fostering educational opportunities and narrowing equality gaps is evidenced through her impactful initiatives. Cristher's leadership in organizing the first in-person Kubernetes community event in Latin America is a testament to her commitment to technological advancement and collaboration in the region.

Cristher Castro is an entrepreneurial luminary and CNCF Ambassador, recognized for her pivotal role in advancing cloud-native technologies in Latin America. As Co-founder and COO of Cuemby, she has demonstrated exceptional skill in both business lead... Show more

Professional Experience
More than 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC
25 years of experience within different ERPs (SAP, Oracle Applications, Sage X3 and Dynamics 365 BC)
University Invited Teacher
Career started in Portugal and moved to London 5 years ago
Different Roles in Consulting (Business Consultant, Functional Consultant, Project Manager, Programme Manager, Engagement Leader, Team Leader, Site Manager, Product Manager and Solution Architect)

Vertical Experience
Fashion, Food and Pharmaceutical (Retail and Manufacturing)
Services

Some Personal
Food, Wine and Gin Lover
Runner (finished 4 marathons), Trekker (finished 10 ways of Camiño to Santiago), Padel and Bodyboarding

Professional Experience More than 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC 25 years of experience within different ERPs (SAP, Oracle Applications, Sage X3 and Dynamics 365 BC) University Invited Teacher Career started in Portugal an... Show more

Brandon is a personal branding specialist and a former Coca-Cola and Apple advertising executive with over 22 years of experience at Madison Avenue advertising agencies advising top FORTUNE 100 companies on brand strategy. In 2018, he launched the Brands On Brands podcast, consistently ranked as a Top 5 Branding Podcast on Apple Podcasts. This session comes from Brandon's new book, Front & Center Leadership, published July 31st, 2024!

Find Brandon’s speaking reels for keynotes and workshops at brandonbirkmeyer.com/speaking.

Brandon is a personal branding specialist and a former Coca-Cola and Apple advertising executive with over 22 years of experience at Madison Avenue advertising agencies advising top FORTUNE 100 companies on brand strategy. In 2018, he launched the Br... Show more

Marcus Wegener is a Data Platform MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional) and loves to inspire others with his solutions. His mission is clear: "Get the most out of data, with Power BI."

Marcus Wegener is a Data Platform MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional) and loves to inspire others with his solutions. His mission is clear: "Get the most out of data, with Power BI." Show more

With over 25 years as a Controller and Consultant, Dave is a proven Dynamics BC|NAV and business professional with broad experience in the planning, architecture, management, and implementation of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central/NAV. Dave is also proficient in the management of operations and finance functions, and the design, development and implementation of accounting and operating business processes and policies. Dave is a frequent trainer and presenter at various conferences with high approval ratings.

With over 25 years as a Controller and Consultant, Dave is a proven Dynamics BC|NAV and business professional with broad experience in the planning, architecture, management, and implementation of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central/NAV. Dave is also... Show more

Yannick calls himself "a Scrum Master with a heart for developers," which makes sense as he was a software developer for over 10 years. He worked for various companies, big and small, local and international, creating solutions for customers. After witnessing many poor Agile implementations that made developers' lives difficult, Yannick decided to become a Scrum Master. He believed there had to be a better life for developers!

With his ADHD-fuelled energy, Yannick is transforming teams and organisations. His focus on work happiness, psychological safety and(neurodiverse) inclusivity, fosters creativity and innovation, paving the way for a brighter future for all Developers.

Yannick calls himself "a Scrum Master with a heart for developers," which makes sense as he was a software developer for over 10 years. He worked for various companies, big and small, local and international, creating solutions for customers. After w... Show more

I'm passionate about creating meaningful work environment where people and businesses thrive. I manage Business Agile, , an Agile coaching & training company. In the last 7 years I've been involved in launching Agile at scale in clients such as BMW, Vodacom, Absa and numerous other companies. I've trained over 800 people and consulted on Agile and change initiatives on a SAP implementation, an Online Banking Channel and numerous Retail Apps.

I'm passionate about creating meaningful work environment where people and businesses thrive. I manage Business Agile, , an Agile coaching & training company. In the last 7 years I've been involved in launching Agile at scale in clients such as BMW, ... Show more

Currently, Pirita Maarit Johnsen is working as an Agile coach in Eviny, one of Norway’s largest green energy and technology company.
With extensive experience in Agile coaching, she has guided many teams through transformations, fostering continuous improvement and collaboration. As a LEAN facilitator, Pirita has enhanced efficiency and reduced waste. Her background as a project
manager and team lead spans multiple industries, where she has led teams to achieve project goals and deliver high-quality results.
Pirita’s fascination with processes and teamwork drives her to explore how people work together and what motivates us. She is passionate about creating environments where teams can thrive and individuals can reach their full potential.

Currently, Pirita Maarit Johnsen is working as an Agile coach in Eviny, one of Norway’s largest green energy and technology company. With extensive experience in Agile coaching, she has guided many teams through transformations, fostering continuous... Show more

Anjuan Simmons is a technologist with a successful track record of delivering technology solutions from the user interface to the database. He is an energetic and informative speaker who presents at conferences, seminars, schools, and community centers around the world on topics including Agile software development, diversity, and leadership. Anjuan has an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from Texas A&M University.

Anjuan Simmons is a technologist with a successful track record of delivering technology solutions from the user interface to the database. He is an energetic and informative speaker who presents at conferences, seminars, schools, and community cente... Show more

Brian DeLuca is the co-founder and CEO of The Reporting Hub, a cutting-edge SaaS platform designed to streamline and enhance business reporting processes. With over 20 years of experience in data, analytics, and business intelligence, Brian has been at the forefront of driving innovation in reporting solutions that empower organizations to make informed, data-driven decisions.

The Reporting Hub was born out of Brian's vision to provide organizations with a more efficient, centralized approach to deploying, managing and interpreting business data. Under his leadership, the platform has evolved into a robust tool used by companies across the globe in all industries to simplify complex reporting workflows, integrate real-time data insights, and improve decision-making efficiency.

Prior to The Reporting Hub, Brian founded Shift Analytics in 2016, where he established himself as a global thought leader in Power BI and business intelligence adoption. His ability to connect technology to business outcomes has helped organizations worldwide unlock the full potential of their data.

Brian's passion for innovation and his deep expertise in analytics continue to shape the development of The Reporting Hub, as he works to revolutionize the way businesses interact with their data for strategic advantage.

Brian DeLuca is the co-founder and CEO of The Reporting Hub, a cutting-edge SaaS platform designed to streamline and enhance business reporting processes. With over 20 years of experience in data, analytics, and business intelligence, Brian has been ... Show more

Gaurav, VP of Growth at Material, has 17+ years in digital experience development. He co-founded two startups, selling one successfully. He aids enterprises in digital transformation by integrating MarTech platforms with AI.

Gaurav is a recognized speaker, having presented at major events like DrupalCon Global, Voice Global, Decoupled Days, and HasGeek, showcasing his expertise in technology solutions and digital strategy.

Gaurav, VP of Growth at Material, has 17+ years in digital experience development. He co-founded two startups, selling one successfully. He aids enterprises in digital transformation by integrating MarTech platforms with AI. Gaurav is a recognized... Show more

Alex Karp is an engineering leader with a focus on people-first management and ethical management in a late-stage capitalist society. He is also the author of “Running Start: How to get a job in tech, keep that job, and thrive”. He is currently an engineering manager at Thumbtack, and lives near Boston in the US with his wife, adorable son, and his mischievous cockapoo.

In his spare time, he loves to play the piano, read YA fantasy fiction, and bring back the 1920s by dancing Lindy Hop.

Alex Karp is an engineering leader with a focus on people-first management and ethical management in a late-stage capitalist society. He is also the author of “Running Start: How to get a job in tech, keep that job, and thrive”. He is currently an en... Show more

Scrum Master Belge de 37 ans, papa des deux plus beaux garçons du monde, habitant la région de Namur en Belgique.

Informaticien depuis 12 ans, j'ai eu la chance d'endosser toutes les responsabilités d'un membre d'équipe Scrum, je suis PSM2, mais surtout, j'ai une certification Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Cette certification et les expériences acquises grâce à elles ont révolutionné mon métier de Scrum Master, et je souhaite partager le plus possible certains des enseignements que j'ai reçus.

Scrum Master Belge de 37 ans, papa des deux plus beaux garçons du monde, habitant la région de Namur en Belgique. Informaticien depuis 12 ans, j'ai eu la chance d'endosser toutes les responsabilités d'un membre d'équipe Scrum, je suis PSM2, mais s... Show more

I'm a Design Leader with over 25 years of experience. As a strong advocate of inclusive design, I add this dimension to all the work I do. I have worked within a broad range of industries, including automotive, financial services and retail. Prior to joining Intellias, I spent time at Accenture, and in 2013, I became one of the first Fjordians in São Paulo, helping Fjord to grow an entirely new team from the ground up. I also spent 1 year building the Service & Experience Design capability within KPMG’s flagship Customer Practice, BCG X and Cognizant DX. Now as part of the Intellias Team, I Lead the Design and Consultancy office globally.

I'm a Design Leader with over 25 years of experience. As a strong advocate of inclusive design, I add this dimension to all the work I do. I have worked within a broad range of industries, including automotive, financial services and retail. Prior to... Show more

An accomplished product leader, I have driven hyper-growth at startups across diverse industries, including ed-tech, food-tech, and social networks, with a focus on creating impactful products that scale. At Swiggy, I spearheaded key initiatives for a delivery partner fleet of over 300,000 users, optimizing processes and enhancing user experience. At daily.dev, I played a pivotal role in establishing core product management frameworks and launching foundational products that empowered the platform's growth. Passionate about building solutions that drive success, I thrive in dynamic environments where my contributions fuel startup acceleration and long-term impact.

An accomplished product leader, I have driven hyper-growth at startups across diverse industries, including ed-tech, food-tech, and social networks, with a focus on creating impactful products that scale. At Swiggy, I spearheaded key initiatives for ... Show more

Franck has lived and worked in Silicon Valley, London, and Paris. Engineer turned entrepreneur, he has co-founded 3 startups and also worked in larger companies : AOL and the BBC as product director. Today, he helps companies innovate by injecting an entrepreneurial mindset and tools into their strategy and organization. He coach leaders and team to change perspectives, to work differently and become more successful. Franck co-founded the 12000+ Lean Startup practitioner community in France.

Franck wrote the book "Passez en mode startup" Eyrolles 2022 and is the host the podcast: www.oserdoser.com

Franck has lived and worked in Silicon Valley, London, and Paris. Engineer turned entrepreneur, he has co-founded 3 startups and also worked in larger companies : AOL and the BBC as product director. Today, he helps companies innovate by injecting an... Show more

Cansel Sörgens has been an impactful contributor to the corporate landscape since 2008, where she held roles as a Product Manager and Agile Organisational Development Manager in dynamic, fast-growing organisations. With a wealth of expertise, Cansel excels in leading strategic cross-departmental projects and driving Agile Transformations. Since 2016, Cansel has been at the forefront of implementing OKR methodologies across diverse organisational structures, spanning B2B, B2C, and B2B2C, in industries ranging from E-Commerce, Retail, MedTech, FinTech, InsureTech, Consumer Electronics, to Pharma. Cansel not only shares her extensive, practice-proven OKR experience as speaker and author but also as the founder of OKR Lean Coffee and Reshaping the Future of OKRs. For further details, please explore her website: https://cansel-soergens.com

Cansel Sörgens has been an impactful contributor to the corporate landscape since 2008, where she held roles as a Product Manager and Agile Organisational Development Manager in dynamic, fast-growing organisations. With a wealth of expertise, Cansel ... Show more

South African born, UK resident, Mike is a Mechanical Design Engineer & spent 20 years as a Draughtsman in the Dairy industry, a Project Technician & ran the drawing office for NCD/Clover Dairies. At Toyota, he worked as a mechanical designer in body in white. He moved to the UK in 2001, spent 7 years creating & designing 3D technical models.
He continued his studies in IT & enhanced his developer & web design skills at Halesowen College.
At age 50, in 2008 Mike jumped tracks & began a new career as IT Manager & NAV implementation project leader for SSI Schaefer in Andover, England. With the NAV project successfully implemented, he moved to Evosoft as support office manager, then to Sci-Net in Oxford as a consultant & then to KPMG for a three year corporate engagement.
As the Dynamics 365 Solution Architect for Experience/GCC for almost 3 years - now Global Solutions Architect for Dynavics, Mike has implemented multiple D365 solutions for a range of customers in a variety of industries in the UK.

South African born, UK resident, Mike is a Mechanical Design Engineer & spent 20 years as a Draughtsman in the Dairy industry, a Project Technician & ran the drawing office for NCD/Clover Dairies. At Toyota, he worked as a mechanical designer in body... Show more