Adriana Kostov was Australia's first Regional Director of the global Hedge Fund Association. With degrees in Law and Commerce, and a Women in Financial Services Award for her work in Industry Advocacy, Adriana Kostov also discusses lifestyle topics such as fashion and wellness as relevant to the modern working woman.

Adriana Kostov was Australia's first Regional Director of the global Hedge Fund Association. With degrees in Law and Commerce, and a Women in Financial Services Award for her work in Industry Advocacy, Adriana Kostov also discusses lifestyle topics s... Show more

Dr. ing. Mira Vasic is a serial entrepreneur who helps individuals develop their leadership skills and companies become truly diverse and inclusive. She is an expert on topics of gender diversity and leadership. Mira is a frequently asked international keynote speaker and was teaching international EMBA courses for Geneva Business School and Politecnico di Milano Business School. She is a Senior Partner and co-owner of ‘In Touch Female Leadership & Career Academy’ and founder of femlinq digital professional network for expat women.
In the past ten years, she has been working as a researcher and consultant for both commercial and governmental sectors in Serbia, Spain, Greece, Italy and the Netherlands. She also holds a PhD in Structural Engineering from Politecnico di Milano (2015) and fluently speaks 4 languages. Her value is her enthusiastic approach and her great sense of humour.
Mira works as a consultant for about 80 companies per year and 3.000+ people attends her workshops and keynotes every year.

Dr. ing. Mira Vasic is a serial entrepreneur who helps individuals develop their leadership skills and companies become truly diverse and inclusive. She is an expert on topics of gender diversity and leadership. Mira is a frequently asked internation... Show more

Jason is a engineering leader with extensive experience implementing Kubernetes and Cloud Native technology in highly regulated environments. As the Community of Practice lead for Kubernetes at Capital One, he exudes a deep passion for open source and community governance models exemplified by CNCF hosted projects.

Jason is a engineering leader with extensive experience implementing Kubernetes and Cloud Native technology in highly regulated environments. As the Community of Practice lead for Kubernetes at Capital One, he exudes a deep passion for open source an... Show more

Natalie Cook is the founder of Finance Fight Club, an Outsourced CFO & Financial Services firm dedicated to empowering small business owners with financial clarity and strategic guidance. With extensive experience in financial management, Natalie has guided over 50 small businesses to transform their operations, achieve sustainable profitability, and build confidence in their financial decisions. Specializing in cash flow optimization, strategic planning, and due diligence for business transactions, she brings a unique blend of expertise and accessibility to her work.

A passionate speaker and educator, Natalie is known for breaking down complex financial concepts into practical, actionable insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Her recent engagements include workshops like the Small Business KPI Workshop and live sessions on cash flow management. As a trusted advisor, she helps business owners move beyond gut feelings to data-driven decisions.

Natalie is committed to making finance approachable, often drawing from her deep industry knowledge across professional services, construction, SaaS, and manufacturing. Outside of her professional life, she is dedicated to supporting small business communities and fostering financial literacy.

Natalie Cook is the founder of Finance Fight Club, an Outsourced CFO & Financial Services firm dedicated to empowering small business owners with financial clarity and strategic guidance. With extensive experience in financial management, Natalie has... Show more

John Elbing helps brands stop sounding like everyone else. As a business storytelling expert and author of Storybuilding: Your Brand From Their Standpoint, he guides marketing and leadership teams to flip the script—from pushing messages to building stories people actually care about. Drawing on his work with startups, corporates, and nonprofits, John blends strategy, storytelling, and sharp humor to help organizations stand out, connect, and convert. His sessions are lively, practical, and rooted in real-world experience—whether you need to rally a team, realign a brand, or rethink the story you’re telling the market.

John Elbing helps brands stop sounding like everyone else. As a business storytelling expert and author of Storybuilding: Your Brand From Their Standpoint, he guides marketing and leadership teams to flip the script—from pushing messages to building ... Show more

Biography for Sessionize Profile

🚀 Innovator | Entrepreneur | Product Leader | AI Enthusiast

With a proven track record of transforming bold ideas into successful products, I am a passionate entrepreneur and product manager with a unique blend of expertise in design, technology, and business management. Currently spearheading AI product development at ImmverseAI, I bring a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, startup innovations, and building cutting-edge solutions.

🏆 Awards & Achievements:
I’ve earned 350+ awards and recognitions, including global accolades like the Ericsson Innovation Award and the Microsoft Imagine Cup, and represented India at prestigious global platforms such as the Dubai Expo 2020. My entrepreneurial journey has seen me win national and international competitions, including the KPMG Ideation Challenge and the TiE University Global Pitch Competition.

📚 Academic Excellence:
An Academic Gold Medalist, I’ve published three tech research papers and hold titles like the "Achievers Award" and "Scholarship Holder for PG Diploma".

🌐 Global Exposure & Impact:
From the Smart India Hackathon to ideation challenges by Microsoft, KPMG, and Ericsson, I’ve consistently showcased my ability to innovate, execute, and deliver impactful solutions.

🎓 Learning & Growth:
I’ve actively engaged in enriching learning cohorts, including the "DAAD Innovation Week", "IECT Summer School", and "iB Hubs Startup School", which have shaped my approach to innovation and entrepreneurship.

💡 Core Interests & Expertise:
My heart lies at the intersection of entrepreneurship, startup innovations, design thinking, business strategy, and artificial intelligence. I’m dedicated to empowering the next generation of innovators through engaging sessions, hands-on insights, and actionable strategies.

🔗 Why Choose Me as a Speaker?
I bring energy, insights, and real-world stories from my journey of winning global competitions, launching tech startups, and leading AI-driven innovations. Whether it’s about navigating the startup ecosystem, designing impactful products, or unlocking the potential of AI, my sessions are tailored to inspire, inform, and ignite creativity in audiences.

Let’s innovate, inspire, and impact—together!

Biography for Sessionize Profile 🚀 Innovator | Entrepreneur | Product Leader | AI Enthusiast With a proven track record of transforming bold ideas into successful products, I am a passionate entrepreneur and product manager with a unique ble... Show more

Growth Coach for professionals and Businesses | Startup Mentor | Scaling Impact-Driven Leadership Without Burnout | International Keynote Speaker | Peak Performance for Leaders in AI age

Growth Coach for professionals and Businesses | Startup Mentor | Scaling Impact-Driven Leadership Without Burnout | International Keynote Speaker | Peak Performance for Leaders in AI age Show more

Dr. Ali Abkar is an international business consultant, organizational development strategist, and the founder of Abkar Management Consulting. With extensive hands-on experience across diverse markets—including Iran, Turkey, the UAE, Oman, Georgia, and Azerbaijan—he specializes in crafting and implementing market entry, growth, and organizational transformation strategies for entrepreneurs and established firms.

His work bridges the gap between academic theory and practical application, focusing on sustainable growth in complex international environments. Dr. Abkar is the author of eight books, including the Amazon-selected "Stateless Millionaire," which explores the mindset and strategies of global entrepreneurs. His expertise in international business has been recognized by his feature on the cover of an official Dubai city magazine as a prominent business figure.

Having established and managed companies in multiple countries, he brings a unique, practitioner-led perspective to the field of strategic management. He holds a DBA and is now based in his home country of Iran, where he continues to advise leaders on navigating the challenges of today's global business landscape.

Dr. Ali Abkar is an international business consultant, organizational development strategist, and the founder of Abkar Management Consulting. With extensive hands-on experience across diverse markets—including Iran, Turkey, the UAE, Oman, Georgia, an... Show more

Working globally with international teams, Iva helps Microsoft Partners boost visibility, find what differentiates them, and cut through the noise with authentic, authority-building content. Her unique combination of journalistic skills, marketing acumen, and strategic content development makes her the go-to specialist for partners ready to transform from invisible to industry authorities.

Working globally with international teams, Iva helps Microsoft Partners boost visibility, find what differentiates them, and cut through the noise with authentic, authority-building content. Her unique combination of journalistic skills, marketing a... Show more

Chikwado Friday
CEO, e-Cleaning Company | Founder, M.consult | Leadership Expert | Inspirational Speaker & Coach

Chikwado Friday is a respected leader known for driving excellence in Nigeria's business world. As CEO of e-Cleaning Company, he leads a modern cleaning services company serving top clients like Globus Bank and Market Square Mall in South-East Nigeria, with a team of over 27 professionals.

He is also the Founder of M.consult, where he helps young people overcome challenges, build confidence, and unlock their potential. Through M.consult, Friday empowers youth to think creatively and lead effectively.

Chikwado Friday is a well-known Leadership Expert, Speaker, and Coach. He shares valuable insights on leadership, growth, and success with individuals and organizations. His skills include Human Resource Leadership and Project Management, helping teams and businesses achieve their goals.

Friday has worked with Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI), contributing to their growth through his leadership and strategic advice. He has received multiple awards for his impactful work.

He is committed to continuous improvement and staying up-to-date with industry trends, ensuring he delivers the best outcomes.

Chikwado Friday CEO, e-Cleaning Company | Founder, M.consult | Leadership Expert | Inspirational Speaker & Coach Chikwado Friday is a respected leader known for driving excellence in Nigeria's business world. As CEO of e-Cleaning Company, he lead... Show more

Chase Carlton is the CEO of Fenix Cyber Solutions, where he helps organizations cut through complexity in cybersecurity and technology management. A seasoned IT leader and consultant, he’s known for translating technical challenges into practical strategies that business leaders can act on. Chase has spoken to audiences ranging from startup founders to industry professionals on topics such as AI security, cyber risk, compliance, and protecting critical data; always with a focus on clarity, candor, and real-world action.

Chase Carlton is the CEO of Fenix Cyber Solutions, where he helps organizations cut through complexity in cybersecurity and technology management. A seasoned IT leader and consultant, he’s known for translating technical challenges into practical str... Show more

Jo Colontonio is an award-winning global executive leadership and organizational development consultant, coach, and educator who ignites high-performance leaders, teams, and cultures that consistently outperform the competition. With over two decades of experience, Jo has worked with organizations across industries to drive transformative leadership and lasting organizational growth. She’s the Founder of the Ignite Coaching Institute, an ICF-accredited coach certification program. Jo is setting the gold standard in coach education and leadership development. She brings a powerful blend of academic rigor and real-world impact, holding dual degrees in Economics and Business, an MBA in Marketing, and advanced certifications in Executive Coaching, Change Management, Team Performance, and Leadership Development.

A Titan 100 CEO, business builder, leadership developer, problem solver, disruptor, change agent, and unapologetic personal growth junkie, Jo Colontonio is passionate about challenging the status quo to build high-energy organizations powered by extraordinary people, vibrant cultures, enlightened leadership, and cutting-edge strategies that deliver real results. Her bold approach drives empowered leaders, engaged employees, high-performing teams, and measurable growth in performance and profits. Together with her team, Jo ignites champions and sparks powerful, positive change—from the inside out.

Jo Colontonio is an award-winning global executive leadership and organizational development consultant, coach, and educator who ignites high-performance leaders, teams, and cultures that consistently outperform the competition. With over two decades... Show more

Max Genin is a Ukro-Israeli-Canadian international lawyer and global development leader working at the intersection of human rights, youth policy, and inclusive governance. He is an appointed Youth Advisor to the United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR), where he has guided advocacy efforts internationally, developed a microsite, and co-supported the UN Youth Rights Academy, training 40+ advocates with a focus on Colombia, Palestine, and South Africa. Max also represents the OHCHR on the UN Interagency Working Group on Youth under the Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, helping shape Member State commitments on youth in the Pact of the Future. He is North American Chair for the UN SDSN Global MDP Association, supporting SDG implementation across 35+ universities in 24 countries. In this role, he launched a Global Challenge evaluated by the World Bank and Global Environment Facility across 15 countries, supporting young people implementing field projects responding to poverty alleviation and climate action, and a Masterclass Series that reached over 1,200 underserved youth. He also organizes global events and UN engagements for youth leaders. He is the Executive Director of Afflican, a nonprofit pairing youth-led task forces with international development projects across four continents. Its mission is to reimagine humanitarianism through co-creation, local transformation, leveraging the brilliance of young changemakers. He also helped establish the first Youth Advisory Committee of Good Neighbours Canada and led grant work supporting women and girls in Bangladesh and Myanmar. Previously, Max led national social innovation pilot programs in Canada that advanced the Sustainable Development Goals, coordinated multi-stakeholder partnerships, and contributed to reforms in professional education legislation in Ontario. He has published legal work on cybercrime, international labour rights, and family law, and spoken at forums including the UN, the Vatican, and the Inter-Parliamentary Union. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Development at Harvard University, where he is a Student Ambassador for the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability and a Sustainability Leader at Harvard’s Office for Sustainability. He holds degrees in Law (Leeds), European Policy (European Institute), and International Development (LSE). Max’s work reflects a deep commitment to human dignity, social equity, intergenerational justice, and sustainable domestic and global change.

Max Genin is a Ukro-Israeli-Canadian international lawyer and global development leader working at the intersection of human rights, youth policy, and inclusive governance. He is an appointed Youth Advisor to the United Nations Human Rights Office (... Show more

Vanji is a Senior Manager - Software Architecture and Engineering at a Fortune 500 company and a committer for the Apache Synapse Project. He spearheads a team of engineers to design and develop an API and Developer Experience. He is also a veteran in the integration space and contributed to many open-source projects in the industry.

Vanji is a Senior Manager - Software Architecture and Engineering at a Fortune 500 company and a committer for the Apache Synapse Project. He spearheads a team of engineers to design and develop an API and Developer Experience. He is also a veteran i... Show more

Daniel Bron is a lifelong entrepreneur and AI strategist who launched his first venture at 12 and now leads Bron Ventures and Fulcrum H/T Consulting Services. He partners with large institutions and AI startups to turn raw ideas into scaled, compliant, and high-performing businesses. Daniel has built and exited companies in marketing, design, development, and fintech—generating multi-seven-figure revenue by his early 20s. He’s advised brands and public institutions including DeLorean and Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation, and has spoken at the Javits Center and LA Convention Center.
Daniel founded Valence, a platform for legal & compliance infrastructure in lending/underwriting, and Method, an agentic IDE with built-in intelligent search for engineering teams. His edge: first-principles systems thinking, capital structuring savvy, and execution discipline—especially where AI, governance, and ROI meet. He works across geographies on everything from neuromorphic-inspired applications to complex financial workflows for emerging markets.

Daniel Bron is a lifelong entrepreneur and AI strategist who launched his first venture at 12 and now leads Bron Ventures and Fulcrum H/T Consulting Services. He partners with large institutions and AI startups to turn raw ideas into scaled, complian... Show more

Tatyana Slavova: A Woman of Courage, Determination, and Inspiration.

Propelled by her life philosophy, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts," Tatyana fearlessly relocated on her own from Ukraine to the USA, facing the challenges of war.
As a keynote speaker, she empowers individuals to embrace their authentic selves and pursue lives worth living.
Beyond the stage, Tatyana wears multiple hats, excelling as both a Venture Capitalist and Life & Business Coach.

Tatyana Slavova: A Woman of Courage, Determination, and Inspiration. Propelled by her life philosophy, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts," Tatyana fearlessly relocated on her own from Ukraine to... Show more

Started as .net developer almost 20 years ago. today i am working as a .Net Architect / coach with Noest

Started as .net developer almost 20 years ago. today i am working as a .Net Architect / coach with Noest Show more

Martin is a technical advisor and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in the field.

Martin's helps organizations bridge the communication gap between tech and business by guiding and inspiring people. Over his long tenure as a consultant, he has worked with organizations of different sizes and industries, taking on many different roles. This has given him a unique perspective on software, people, and organizations that he leverages today to help teams deliver products customers love.

Ultimately, Martin believes technology is a powerful tool and is passionate about wielding it in a way that positively impacts the world.

Martin is a technical advisor and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in the field. Martin's helps organizations bridge the communication gap between tech and business by guiding and inspiring people. Over his long tenure as a consul... Show more

I’m Alexis Monville, Co-Founder of Pearlside, a consultancy at the forefront of fostering sustainable and high-impact teams and organizations. My mission at Pearlside is deeply rooted in the philosophy of Emerging Leadership—a dynamic approach designed to cultivate leadership qualities naturally within every level of an organization. This approach is tailored for individuals and teams at any stage of their growth journey, from energetic startups to well-established enterprises.

With a rich background as the former Chief of Staff to the CTO at Red Hat, I’ve mastered the intricacies of nurturing environments that excel in open-source innovation and collaborative success. My dedication to continuous improvement and organizational transformation is captured in my publications: “Changing Your Team From The Inside” (2018) and “I am a Software Engineer and I am in Charge” (2020).

Beyond writing, I’m an enthusiastic speaker, engaging audiences on topics of leadership, organizational culture, and the transformative power of embracing change, particularly within the realm of software development.

I’m Alexis Monville, Co-Founder of Pearlside, a consultancy at the forefront of fostering sustainable and high-impact teams and organizations. My mission at Pearlside is deeply rooted in the philosophy of Emerging Leadership—a dynamic approach design... Show more

Passionate for PERSONAL & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. Committed to the CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT, combining tech skills and human values. « Good kaizen starts right within oneself! »

14 years with Agile, in Spain and Italy. As an Agile Coach, I join with organizations/teams willing to improve both results and happiness. I provide support for transitioning to better ways of “getting things done”, using organizational intelligence as a competitive advantage. My day-to-day includes training, mentoring, consulting and coaching both teams and executives, with a tailored approach.

As a Chief Operating Officer (COO), I led the agile transformation of a 68 people company by a Spotify-like framework. I have also formerly been: Product Owner, Scrum Master, Project Manager and Web Developer.

On a technical level, I am certified as KMP, CSP-SM, PSM II and PSPO I and trained in SAFe 5 SA and Management 3.0. With a background in research and development (R&D), as a Ph.D. engineer.

On a human level, I have been trained as a Co-Active Coach and Mindfulness Instructor. I attended the PRH (Personality and Human Relationships) school. I am committed to improving what I know and do, integrating work with study, personal reflection and sharing.

Passionate for PERSONAL & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. Committed to the CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT, combining tech skills and human values. « Good kaizen starts right within oneself! » 14 years with Agile, in Spain and Italy. As an Agile Coach, I join ... Show more

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

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

David has worked across the globe in varying industries from Fiserv to LiSci. The only thing he likes more than a smooth Agile-led project, is a data-driven smooth Agile-led project.

David has worked across the globe in varying industries from Fiserv to LiSci. The only thing he likes more than a smooth Agile-led project, is a data-driven smooth Agile-led project. Show more

Igor is an expert in technical solutions and software engineering challenges with more than 15 years of industry experience. Being software engineer, technical lead, software architect and finally business leader for about 10 years in addition to engineering functions, Igor is actively engaged in solving client’s technical problems, facilitating business relationships and organizing technical supervision of client’s projects.

Igor is an expert in technical solutions and software engineering challenges with more than 15 years of industry experience. Being software engineer, technical lead, software architect and finally business leader for about 10 years in addition to eng... Show more

Sarah Warren is an entrepreneur based in Tallahassee, Florida, with a distinguished background in law and public finance. For more than ten years, she represented local governments and special taxing districts, guiding clients through complex bond financing transactions and infrastructure development projects. Her career has been defined by a reputation for practical legal solutions, strong business insight, and the ability to navigate intricate public finance matters. Today, Sarah applies her expertise to independent ventures she operates alongside her husband, Gabe.

Originally from Aspen, Colorado, Sarah graduated from Aspen High School in 2002 before attending Rollins College in Orlando, Florida. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Communications, graduating cum laude in 2006. During her time at Rollins, she was an active member and president of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. She later attended Vanderbilt University Law School, earning her Juris Doctor in 2010, serving as Associate Editor of the Environmental Journal, and gaining valuable experience through the International Law Practice Clinic.

Sarah began her career at American Express in 2011, excelling in corporate account business development and ranking among the company’s top performers. In 2013, she returned to law as counsel for the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, where she focused on community planning and strategic business development. This role deepened her knowledge of government operations and laid the foundation for her specialization in special districts.

In 2014, she joined Hopping Green & Sams, P.A., becoming a shareholder and working extensively with community development districts, stewardship districts, and real estate developers. She advised on public bidding, infrastructure construction, and tax-exempt bond financing. In 2022, Sarah joined Bryant Miller Olive P.A., continuing her work in public finance and collaborating with local governments, underwriters, and industry leaders to bring critical projects to fruition.

Outside of her professional achievements, Sarah Warren is active in the Urban Land Institute, contributing to leadership initiatives and educational outreach. A lifelong equestrian, she competed nationally, co-founded the Rollins College Equestrian Team, and continues to ride for pleasure. She also enjoys skiing, hiking, reading, and creative writing, pursuits that reflect her passion for both the outdoors and intellectual exploration.

Sarah Warren is an entrepreneur based in Tallahassee, Florida, with a distinguished background in law and public finance. For more than ten years, she represented local governments and special taxing districts, guiding clients through complex bond fi... Show more

Kevin Kline is a noted database expert and software industry veteran. A 20-year Microsoft Data Platform MVP and noted community leader in the IT industry, Kevin is a founder and former president of the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS.ORG), as well as the author of popular IT books including the bestseller "SQL in a Nutshell". Kevin is a top-rated speaker at industry trade shows worldwide and has a monthly column at Database Trends & Applications magazine (DBTA.com). His product designs for database tools have won numerous awards at industry trade shows and from a variety of trade magazines. He is on social media as @kekline and blogs regularly.

Kevin Kline is a noted database expert and software industry veteran. A 20-year Microsoft Data Platform MVP and noted community leader in the IT industry, Kevin is a founder and former president of the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS.OR... Show more

On a mission to change discovery from a stage to a predictable process 🏆

🔍 Highlights:

I’ve helped Bitrise (YC W17) scale from $3M to $22M ARR:

1️⃣ starting as their Founding Sales Rep closing deals worth less than 3k USD to begin with

2️⃣ proving that we can close 40k+ deals too in my first 3 months, and

3️⃣ landing deals up to 400k as an Enterprise Account Executive.

4️⃣ In my last year at Bitrise I was promoted to lead the EMEA Account Executive team. Ended up growing them from 2 to 9 sales reps during my tenure.

In this time I’ve seen the Sales team grow from 1 to 50+ people and the GTM team scale from less than 5 to 100+ people.

💡 Bitrise wasn’t the first company I’ve had success at either.

Prior to joining:

1️⃣ I was among the top 10% of Sellers at Keyence, one of the largest Private companies globally with a world-class Sales team, and

2️⃣ stabilised the revenue flow of a new Value Added Reseller within 6 months as their Founding Sales Rep.

💡 What now?

🏆 I still love training and mentoring Sales reps and wanted a way to do that without having to deal with corporate politics. So I started my own Sales Consultancy.

On a mission to change discovery from a stage to a predictable process 🏆 🔍 Highlights: I’ve helped Bitrise (YC W17) scale from $3M to $22M ARR: 1️⃣ starting as their Founding Sales Rep closing deals worth less than 3k USD to begin with ... Show more

Juanita has a soft spot for overwhelmed entrepreneurs, business owners, CEOs and other business leaders ... she used to feel overwhelmed all the time as well!

​These days, she runs her 7-figure business without sleepless nights, without burning out every quarter, and with enough time and energy for family, health and volunteer opportunities.

Juanita is also the author of a number of articles in highly respected publications, a regular guest on business podcasts and a former radio programme host.

On stage, on air, in boardrooms and in lecture rooms Juanita combines her "old millenial" energy with the tried and tested fundamentals that underpin her success to help leaders regain the passion, courage and energy they had when they first started out in business.

Juanita has a soft spot for overwhelmed entrepreneurs, business owners, CEOs and other business leaders ... she used to feel overwhelmed all the time as well! ​These days, she runs her 7-figure business without sleepless nights, without burning ou... Show more

Sagen, was Sache ist. Machen, was nötig ist.

Björn spricht über mutige Strategien jenseits klassischer Transformation, moderne Führung und Verantwortung in digitalen Zeiten. Seine Perspektive: Wandel beginnt mit Klarheit - nicht mit PowerPoint.
Statt alte Systeme mühsam zu modernisieren, setzt Björn mit Whiskey Tango Foxtrot auf substanzielle Veränderungsprozesse. Nach dem Exit von sum.cumo wurde alles hinterfragt - von Technologie bis Führung.
Heute steht Whiskey Tango Foxtrot für Klarheit, Verantwortung und echte Innovationsfreiheit. Kein Transformations-Sprech, sondern ehrliche Arbeit mit Wirkung -  kein Sprint, sondern ein Marathon.
Auch im Geschäftsmodell: Co-Investments statt Investorenlogik. Partner:innen mit Unternehmergeist statt Renditedruck: für gemeinsame Ziele und maximale Gestaltungsfreiheit.
Diesen Ansatz bringt Björn auch in andere Unternehmen: als Impulsgeber, Sparringspartner und Mitgestalter. Ob Neugründung oder Reorganisation, mit Björn entstehen aus Mut, Erfahrung und Klarheit zukunftsfähige Modelle, die wirken.
Als Speaker spricht Björn über mutige Strategien jenseits klassischer Transformation, unternehmerische Verantwortung und moderne Formen der Zusammenarbeit. Praxisnah, meinungsstark und mit klarem Blick für das, was Unternehmen heute (und morgen) wirklich weiterbringt.

Key Facts & Werdegang

Beginn als Angestellter: Startete seine Karriere in einer klassischen Angestelltenposition.

Aufstieg zum Angestellten-Manager: Übernahm früh Verantwortung und leitete strategische Projekte.

Gründung von sum.cumo: Björn baute ein Tech-Unternehmen auf, das zum Marktführer in der digitalen Transformation für Versicherungen und Lotterien wurde.
Prägende Unternehmenskultur: In zehn Jahren verließ keine einzige Person freiwillig das Unternehmen: ein Beleg für Björn’s Führungskompetenz.

Verkauf an Sapiens: Erfolgreicher Exit mit knapp 250 Mitarbeitenden an den US-Börsenkonzern Sapiens, den zweitgrößten Anbieter von Versicherungssoftware weltweit.
Reinvestition und neue Projekte: Aufbau der Emilia Rechtsschutz AG (Schweiz) und der Technologie-Unternehmen Whiskey Tango Foxtrot GmbH in Hamburg.

Mehrheitsgesellschafter: Führt heute zwei profitable Unternehmen mit über 70 Mitarbeitenden und klarer strategischer Ausrichtung.

Wer ist Björn?

Björn baut keine Luftschlösser, sondern tragfähige Modelle. Mit jahrzehntelanger Erfahrung in der Tech-Branche und einem klaren Verständnis für die Herausforderungen der digitalen Welt steht er für robuste Strategien und nachhaltigen Erfolg.

Seine Perspektiven:

Erfolg mit Substanz: Björn setzt auf belastbare Geschäftsmodelle statt kurzfristiger Effekte. Erfahrung trifft Pragmatismus.
Teamarbeit als Schlüssel: Langfristiger Erfolg basiert für ihn auf einer starken Teamdynamik, die von Vertrauen, Transparenz und Verantwortungsbewusstsein geprägt ist.
Technologie trifft Zweck: Kein Tech-Hype. Sondern sinnvoller Einsatz, der echten Mehrwert schafft- Für Kunden, Nutzer:innen und das ganze Team.
Digitalisierung in anspruchsvollen Branchen: Ob Versicherungen, Lotterien oder staatliche Akteure: Björn weiß, wie man Digitalisierung in sensiblen und komplexen Umfeldern wirkungsvoll umsetzt.

Warum Björn?
Björn vereint unternehmerische Tiefe mit einem feinen Gespür für Timing, Ton und Thema. Er spricht, wie er führt: klar, unprätentiös, mit Haltung - und immer mit einer Prise pointierter Gelassenheit.
Wer ihm zuhört, erlebt keine Folien-Schlacht, sondern kluge Impulse mit Substanz. Ernst in der Sache, leicht in der Form - und garantiert nie langweilig.
Und: Er redet nicht nur über Erfolg. Er hat ihn selbst gebaut.
Vom ersten Angestelltenjob über den erfolgreichen Exit bis zur Neugründung: Björn kennt die unternehmerische Realität von innen.
Was er sagt, hat Gewicht - weil es auf echter Erfahrung basiert.

Sagen, was Sache ist. Machen, was nötig ist. Björn spricht über mutige Strategien jenseits klassischer Transformation, moderne Führung und Verantwortung in digitalen Zeiten. Seine Perspektive: Wandel beginnt mit Klarheit - nicht mit PowerPoint. ... Show more

Mary Jane Walsh is an internationally-recognized leading business strategist, executive coach, and dynamic speaker with a passion for empowering professionals to achieve their full potential. With over a decade of experience, she has coached top-tier professionals to help them uplevel their leadership skills and build successful organizations.

A thought leader in her field, Mary Jane has been featured as a keynote speaker at numerous conferences and workshops. Her mission is to deliver impact! Her coaching approach is deeply rooted in understanding the unique challenges professionals face in competitive environments, and she is known for delivering actionable insights that lead to measurable results.

Mary Jane’s engaging speaking style combines motivational energy with practical tools, leaving her audiences equipped and inspired to implement transformative changes.

Mary Jane would love to help make your next conference or team event a big success!

Mary Jane Walsh is an internationally-recognized leading business strategist, executive coach, and dynamic speaker with a passion for empowering professionals to achieve their full potential. With over a decade of experience, she has coached top-tier... Show more

Joseph D'Antoni is a Principal Consultant at Denny Cherry and Associates Consulting, and a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with over 20 years of experience working in both Fortune 500 and smaller firms. He is a frequent speaker at major tech events like Microsoft Ignite, PASS Summit and Enterprise Data World. He blogs about all topics technology at joeydantoni.com. He believes that no single platform is the answer to all technology problems. He lives in Malvern, PA and holds a BS in Computer Information Systems from Louisiana Tech University and an MBA from North Carolina State University, and is the co-author of the Microsoft book "Introducing SQL Server 2016"

Joseph D'Antoni is a Principal Consultant at Denny Cherry and Associates Consulting, and a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with over 20 years of experience working in both Fortune 500 and smaller firms. He is a frequent speaker at major tech events like... Show more