Nicki is the founder and the head behind the label "Xperts At Work" and co-founder of Experts Inside.
He worked for many years in Microsoft enterprise environments and also as a trainer and consultant for SharePoint and Office 365 & Azure. His expertise extends from technical and strategic consulting all the way to project management, with his core competencies covering SMB, enterprise environments and government data management. Nicki is Microsoft MVP for Office Servers & Services, Microsoft Regional Director and professional Member of German Speaker Association e.V.
https://rd.microsoft.com/en-us/nicki-borell
https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5000242

Nicki is the founder and the head behind the label "Xperts At Work" and co-founder of Experts Inside. He worked for many years in Microsoft enterprise environments and also as a trainer and consultant for SharePoint and Office 365 & Azure. His exper... Show more

A passionate and results-oriented engineering leader, possesses a proven track record of transforming and empowering high-performing teams across diverse industries, from video games and mobile to cloud computing and AI. As Senior Vice President of Engineering at Betterworks, he leverages his expertise in cloud migrations, SaaS solutions, and building impactful products to cultivate environments where engineers thrive.

Maher's vision extends beyond technology itself, aiming to revolutionize tech workplaces by fostering human potential alongside cutting-edge solutions. He achieves this through his people-centric leadership style, building collaborative environments that empower teams to excel and consistently deliver outstanding results. This commitment to empowerment also extends beyond his team, as he actively mentors fellow engineering leaders and shares his knowledge through mentorship and public speaking.

A passionate and results-oriented engineering leader, possesses a proven track record of transforming and empowering high-performing teams across diverse industries, from video games and mobile to cloud computing and AI. As Senior Vice President of E... Show more

I approach data as a problem-solving tool and see it as a story waiting to be uncovered, striving to connect insights to decisions that truly matter. I work at the intersection of business and data, helping organizations make informed decisions by asking the right questions and turning insights into action. As a User Group Leader for the Sudan Microsoft Fabric User Group, I organize and lead events, workshops, and learning sessions focused on Microsoft Fabric, guiding community members to explore data analytics, AI-powered insights, and modern analytics platforms. Beyond this, I also volunteer in initiatives that foster collaboration and skill-sharing, supporting learners in their data journeys. I thrive on continuous learning and enjoy tackling complex challenges to create meaningful value for both business and society.

I approach data as a problem-solving tool and see it as a story waiting to be uncovered, striving to connect insights to decisions that truly matter. I work at the intersection of business and data, helping organizations make informed decisions by as... Show more

Enchanté, moi c’est Maxime !

À 18 ans, j’étais en quête de sens (= paumé).
Puis pendant 5 ans, j’ai exploré le développement personnel… et j’en ai finalement fait mon métier.
Aujourd’hui, je suis coach professionnel et conférencier, et j’aide les gens à oser passer à l’action avec un cap clair et motivant.

Ah oui, et je suis fan de randonnée, de fromage suisse et… de Taylor Swift ! 🎵🧀🥾

Enchanté, moi c’est Maxime ! À 18 ans, j’étais en quête de sens (= paumé). Puis pendant 5 ans, j’ai exploré le développement personnel… et j’en ai finalement fait mon métier. Aujourd’hui, je suis coach professionnel et conférencier, et j’aide... Show more

Jon Rivers is the Co-Founder and COO of Marketeery, where he helps ERP and CRM partners, ISVs, and technology companies turn complex solutions into clear, compelling marketing that drives real pipeline. With 20+ years in the Microsoft and broader tech ecosystem, Jon focuses on the intersection of SEO, AEO, GEO, social media, and AI-driven search—and how those shifts are changing buyer behavior in the Dynamics channel.

Known as a pioneer in the Microsoft partner community, Jon leads go-to-market strategy at Marketeery across fractional CMO engagements and content-driven campaigns, with a sharp, performance-obsessed approach to improving traffic, engagement, and opportunities. He’s also a frequent conference and webinar speaker, regularly presenting at Directions North America, Community Summit, and Dynamics user groups and local chapters.

Jon Rivers is the Co-Founder and COO of Marketeery, where he helps ERP and CRM partners, ISVs, and technology companies turn complex solutions into clear, compelling marketing that drives real pipeline. With 20+ years in the Microsoft and broader tec... Show more

Oana likes to call herself an Agile Business DJ, who mixes whatever practices of collective intelligence, from Agile to TheoryU help people, teams and organisations to become proud of their outcomes and delight their customers.
After 15 years of experience in Software Development and System Management has driven Oana to embrace Agile and Lean mind set, principles and practices, that she believes are the most effective approaches for 21st century lead organizations willing to focus on quality products with high impact on the market.
Oana acts as an Agile Transformation facilitator at Reacteev, by using Creative Solution Definition. She trains and coach Agile teams (from core Business to Software Development and Support Services), so they are able to adopt the set of practices, from Scrum to Kanban and Lean improvement techniques, that are most adapted to their context and goal. A key focus is building cross-organizations Product Ownership awareness to align their mission alignment toward User Value creation.

Oana likes to call herself an Agile Business DJ, who mixes whatever practices of collective intelligence, from Agile to TheoryU help people, teams and organisations to become proud of their outcomes and delight their customers. After 15 years of ex... Show more

Nikita Takru is a product manager at Google. Previously, Nikita was a product manager for Microsoft's Azure Data team where she worked on Power BI Copilot and Azure Arc-enabled Data Services which allows Azure capabilities to be extended to any infrastructure across multicloud, on-premises, and edge environments for customers.

Before joining Microsoft, Nikita graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Computer Science & Business. In college, she was on the board of USC Women in Computing and the LavaLab startup incubator. Besides this, Nikita founded a program called CodeUCan in 2014 to teach coding skills to elementary and middle school children. She was awarded a commendation by the San Jose, California City Council for helping provide digital literacy skills to students in the Bay Area through the CodeUCan program.

Nikita Takru is a product manager at Google. Previously, Nikita was a product manager for Microsoft's Azure Data team where she worked on Power BI Copilot and Azure Arc-enabled Data Services which allows Azure capabilities to be extended to any infra... Show more

Laetitia is an Agile Coach, passionate about fostering collaboration, psychological safety, and continuous learning. She supports organizations in scaling agility across both tech and non-tech teams, guiding leaders through transformation and strategic evolution. With a strong HR background, she designs people-centric frameworks that align development with business goals. Her empathetic approach and communication style build trust and engagement, helping teams perform at their best in complex environments.

Laetitia is an Agile Coach, passionate about fostering collaboration, psychological safety, and continuous learning. She supports organizations in scaling agility across both tech and non-tech teams, guiding leaders through transformation and strateg... Show more

Abel Adugam is a venture capitalist, product strategist, and global voice on ethical and human-centered AI innovation.

As Managing Partner at the Softdroom AI Fund, he leads investments in startups building artificial intelligence with purpose balancing technological progress with societal responsibility.

A lifelong entrepreneur and ecosystem builder, Abel has advised founders, VCs, and policymakers on responsible AI frameworks, startup scaling, and the intersection of capital, conscience, and code. His talks blend sharp humor, deep insight, and real world experience inspiring audiences to rethink what progress means in the age of intelligent machines.

Abel Adugam is a venture capitalist, product strategist, and global voice on ethical and human-centered AI innovation. As Managing Partner at the Softdroom AI Fund, he leads investments in startups building artificial intelligence with purpose ba... Show more

Experienced IT business, AI & cyber security leader, with strong commercial and operational acumen, who has built strategies and constructed green-field cyber departments for UK-based managed IT service providers.

Examples of previous success includes a 33% 12-month revenue growth, 130% Microsoft revenue growth, and a spectacular 23% CAGR over three years.

I hold multiple Microsoft and non-Microsoft certifications, and exhibit a dynamic leadership style, championing modernisation and the application of emerging technology where appropriate.

Beyond professional realms, I am pursuing a private pilot’s license and learning how to kitesurf. My continuous self-development and affinity for innovation underpin my thriving career.

Experienced IT business, AI & cyber security leader, with strong commercial and operational acumen, who has built strategies and constructed green-field cyber departments for UK-based managed IT service providers. Examples of previous success inc... Show more

Russ Abrams is a seasoned expert in transforming processes and driving efficiency across industries, including mining, manufacturing, telecommunications, healthcare, information systems, retail, and government. With extensive experience as a Technology and Lean Sigma Master Black Belt consultant and a track record of applying Lean methodologies to significant telecom companies, Russ brings a unique depth of expertise to the modern workplace.

Certified in Change Management by PROSCI and a Microsoft Certified Trainer specializing in AI, Power Platform, and Power BI, Russ blends traditional Lean Six Sigma principles with cutting-edge digital tools to achieve impactful results. He has led corporate process transformations nationwide, championing initiatives that streamlined operations and enhanced customer experience. Now, through Power Lean Sigma, he enables everyone in the organization to tackle real-world challenges, automate tasks, and drive measurable improvements.

As a Master Black Belt in Lean Sigma (certified at IBM), Russ has developed and executed strategies that consistently deliver cost savings and increased customer satisfaction. Beyond his professional achievements, Russ is an Army Veteran, a dedicated father to his comical 14-year-old son and his energetic 2-year-old bulldog, and a passionate volunteer, inventing adaptive devices to support children with disabilities.
Connect with Russ: LinkedIn | Russ@PowerLeanSigma.com

Russ Abrams is a seasoned expert in transforming processes and driving efficiency across industries, including mining, manufacturing, telecommunications, healthcare, information systems, retail, and government. With extensive experience as a Technolo... Show more

Luca Minudel (he/him) is an Agility/XP/Lean, Complexity-thinking, and modern Product/Engineering Management advisor, mentor, coach, change agent for hire. He is an organisational gardener, culture curator, collaboration orchestrator, and delivery facilitator with over 20 years of experience in professional software development. He is also an author and a speaker.

He contributed to the adoption of lean and agile practices by Ferrari's F1 racing team. For ThoughtWorks, he delivered training, coaching, assessments and organisational transformations in top-tier organisations in the UK, Europe and the United States. He worked as Agile Transformation Lead, Head of Agility, Interim Product Director, Lean/Agile Practice Lead, and as Lean/Agile Coach in companies such as Lloyds, BP, The AA, Japan Tobacco International, HSBC, LexisNexis, Marsh McLennan.

Luca is the founder and CEO at SmHarter.com, a company that helps organisations turn their way of working into their competitive advantage.

https://www.smharter.com/blog/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucaminudel/
https://bsky.app/profile/lucaminudel.bsky.social/
https://mstdn.social/@lukadotnet/
https://twitter.com/lukadotnet (inactive)

Luca Minudel (he/him) is an Agility/XP/Lean, Complexity-thinking, and modern Product/Engineering Management advisor, mentor, coach, change agent for hire. He is an organisational gardener, culture curator, collaboration orchestrator, and delivery fa... Show more

Currently serving as the Associate Vice President of Client Services at iLink Digital / Red Sky, Grant is responsible for execution and delivery of all projects within the channel partner marketing, business process management, and change management functions. He creates the methodologies used to manage all projects within his portfolio. His experience includes working with companies both large and small manage changes and driving adoption in both technical and non-technical implementations. He has a passion for ensuring digital transformation efforts meet the real needs of the business, and translating complex features and functions into easily digestible use cases for the end users and consumers.

Currently serving as the Associate Vice President of Client Services at iLink Digital / Red Sky, Grant is responsible for execution and delivery of all projects within the channel partner marketing, business process management, and change management ... Show more

Frederic Duffau, Coach-Consultant Certifié, Coach Lean-Agile, Formateur en Agilité, Préparateur mental
Co-gérant avec Christel Duffau du cabinet de coaching et formation Evolucium.
http://www.evolucium.com

Frederic Duffau, Coach-Consultant Certifié, Coach Lean-Agile, Formateur en Agilité, Préparateur mental Co-gérant avec Christel Duffau du cabinet de coaching et formation Evolucium. http://www.evolucium.com Show more

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transformation—with clear strategy, hands-on expertise, and a sharp focus on what really matters. His home base? techtask consulting, a boutique Swiss IT consultancy.

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transform... Show more

So Cal native, now live in Phoenix, 17th year in channel; focus on Microsoft ERP, CRM, Azure, Power Platform, and love ISVs!

So Cal native, now live in Phoenix, 17th year in channel; focus on Microsoft ERP, CRM, Azure, Power Platform, and love ISVs! Show more

Samson Truong is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in data engineering and analytics on the Microsoft data platform. He works across the full data lifecycle, building scalable data pipelines, designing enterprise data warehouses, and developing optimized semantic models and Power BI reporting solutions.

With a strong focus on Microsoft Fabric, Samson helps enterprise teams streamline data workflows, improve performance, and deliver reporting solutions that are both efficient and intuitive. He also runs discoveringallthingsanalytics.com, where he shares practical insights on Fabric architecture, semantic modeling, and real-world reporting strategies.

Samson Truong is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in data engineering and analytics on the Microsoft data platform. He works across the full data lifecycle, building scalable data pipelines, designing enterprise data warehouses, and developing optimized... Show more

Cybersecurity leader, Independent director, Startup advisor & Tech entrepreneur.
On a mission to make humans the strongest link in cybersecurity. Researcher on predictive threat modelling, OSINT, Cloud, Threat intelligence,AI/ ML integration. Passionate about cultivating security mindset.

Cybersecurity leader, Independent director, Startup advisor & Tech entrepreneur. On a mission to make humans the strongest link in cybersecurity. Researcher on predictive threat modelling, OSINT, Cloud, Threat intelligence,AI/ ML integration. Passio... Show more

First of all, he is a husband and father, is a traveler, is a bookworm.

More than 15 years, he has been professionally in business life. His area of ​​expertise is to plan the strategic processes of a company and to make improvements in the process to ensure human and computer compatibility. It covers the planning of the company’s marketing, sales and service activities in the scope of the basic processes and making the computer-based software/hardware infrastructures suitable for the purpose. After meeting Microsoft Dynamics CRM 1.2 version years ago, he has been working as a CRM software consultant in various positions within Microsoft Dynamics CRM projects for years.

He lives in London with the title of CEO at Mawens Business Solution, founded in 2015. He continues to develop CRM / xRM projects by consulting on Marketing and Strategic Management issues.

To date, he has developed more than 200 software projects for more than 150 companies at home and abroad and has received the Dynamics CRM MVP award and title many times since 2009 for his work in this field.

He speaks events/conferences at many universities, institutions. He is among the founders of the 365 Community, which organizes events about Dynamics 365 worldwide. (https://events.powercommunity.com/)

His articles are published in many sites as editor and writer.

Some Links:

Microsoft MVP Profile: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5001870

Interview: https://msdynamicsworld.com/story/dynamics-crm/dynamics-profile-entrepreneurial-spirit-and-community-achievements-crm-mvp-baris-?modal_forms_redirect=1

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bariskanlica/

The company website is https://mawens.com and Mawens Business Solutions is one of the important Omni-Channel Platform leaders and Microsoft Dynamics Partner of the world.

Flexxii (https://flexxii.com) is a platform that allows you to reach your customers quickly via Whatsapp, SMS, Email, Chatbot, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WebForm and so on. In short, Flexxii is a revolutionary new solution for marketing and customer service.

First of all, he is a husband and father, is a traveler, is a bookworm. More than 15 years, he has been professionally in business life. His area of ​​expertise is to plan the strategic processes of a company and to make improvements in the proces... Show more

Patrick is a technology director, software developer, pod lead, and hiring manager at VML working on a wide variety of projects but specializing in Drupal websites. He recently completed his MBA at Rockhurst University. He is a husband and a father of 3 boys.

Patrick is a technology director, software developer, pod lead, and hiring manager at VML working on a wide variety of projects but specializing in Drupal websites. He recently completed his MBA at Rockhurst University. He is a husband and a father o... Show more

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecurity, he has led enterprise programs across both civilian and defense contracting environments. Elliott brings a strategic, systems-level approach to helping organizations anticipate risk, align with regulatory expectations, and build resilient, threat-informed security practices.

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecur... Show more

Creator and maintainer of GitMesh, a new lab under LF Decentralized Trust that transforms market surveillance into actionable Git commits. As the youngest lab leader in LFDT history, I'm building the AI infrastructure that helps developer companies decide what to build next by watching every social signals and ranking what matters. Open Source Summit Korea/Japan 2025, OpenSearchCon Korea 2025, and GitHub's Open Source Friday 2026. Full-time founder obsessed with open source and AI.

Creator and maintainer of GitMesh, a new lab under LF Decentralized Trust that transforms market surveillance into actionable Git commits. As the youngest lab leader in LFDT history, I'm building the AI infrastructure that helps developer companies d... Show more

Arnold Visser is Head of Business Development at Umbraco, working where strategy, product, partnerships and ecosystem growth intersect.

With 20 years of experience in the Umbraco ecosystem, including more than six years at Umbraco HQ, Arnold has witnessed the platform evolve from a community driven CMS into a foundation for mission critical digital platforms. He founded digital agencies, built commercial add-on products, and worked closely with partners across regions. This gives him a rare combination of technical depth and commercial insight.

Arnold helps define Umbraco’s strategic direction and turns that vision into practical reality. He played a central role in shaping Umbraco for Enterprise, a unified approach designed to help larger organisations operate complex digital platforms with clarity, predictability and confidence. The focus is on aligning product, cloud hosting, support and governance into a coherent model that scales responsibly.

On stage, Arnold speaks about enterprise growth, ecosystem design, partner collaboration and what it takes to scale an open platform without losing focus or identity. His sessions combine strategic perspective with hands-on experience from both agency and vendor sides.

He cares about clarity, consistency and building growth that is intentional, sustainable and grounded in the open spirit that built the community.

Arnold Visser is Head of Business Development at Umbraco, working where strategy, product, partnerships and ecosystem growth intersect. With 20 years of experience in the Umbraco ecosystem, including more than six years at Umbraco HQ, Arnold has w... Show more

Patrick is a passionate consultant with broad knowledge of infrastructure and security aspects of IT. As a Cloud Architect and Specialist, he helps customers by designing, implementing, and assessing cloud architectures and solutions in alignment with his customers’ business and IT objectives. Throughout the past 16 years, Patrick has accumulated a broad experience in Infrastructure, Security, and Consulting, mainly at companies that relied heavily on Microsoft technology.

He applies state-of-the-art technologies and concepts, including the cloud and DevOps, to help his customers create business value. His approach is one of honesty and building relationships, which always makes him a trusted advisor for his stakeholders. Patrick has a clear and analytical mindset and is a consultant with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Patrick is a passionate consultant with broad knowledge of infrastructure and security aspects of IT. As a Cloud Architect and Specialist, he helps customers by designing, implementing, and assessing cloud architectures and solutions in alignment wit... Show more

is the Managing Director of 15C, a consulting and training company that specializes in designing, implementing and supporting SQL Server infrastructures. He is a 12-year former Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Master from Ottawa, Canada (but he’s originally from the Philippines) specializing in high availability, disaster recovery and system infrastructures running on the Microsoft server technology stack. His background in Unix has taken him to the world of DevOps and Docker to containerize SQL Server. He is very passionate about technology but has interests in music, neuroscience, social psychology, professional and organizational development, leadership and management matters when not working with databases.

Edwin lives up to his primary mission statement: "To help people and organizations grow and develop their full potential."

is the Managing Director of 15C, a consulting and training company that specializes in designing, implementing and supporting SQL Server infrastructures. He is a 12-year former Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Master from Ottawa, C... Show more

Ashley Pyle is a technology executive and AI strategist serving as Chief Experience Officer at GadellNet, a technology and cybersecurity consulting firm. With more than 20 years of experience in technology leadership, Ashley helps organizations turn Microsoft platforms, data, and AI into practical business outcomes.

She leads GadellNet’s AI strategy and works closely with leadership and technical teams to drive responsible, real‑world adoption of generative AI across Microsoft 365 and related ecosystems.

Ashley is known for translating complex AI concepts into clear, actionable guidance for both technical and non‑technical audiences. Her work focuses on human‑centered AI, governance, and the organizational changes required to scale AI safely and effectively.

She is a frequent speaker at technology and community events, and actively gives back to the St. Louis tech ecosystem as a Board Member with TechSTL and an Advisory Board Member with Per Scholas.

Ashley Pyle is a technology executive and AI strategist serving as Chief Experience Officer at GadellNet, a technology and cybersecurity consulting firm. With more than 20 years of experience in technology leadership, Ashley helps organizations turn ... Show more

Ross is a technology and privacy specialist with over 20 years of experience navigating the complex intersection of innovation, governance, and cybersecurity.

With a background in Software-as-a-Service and more than a decade dedicated to governance consulting in privacy and security, Ross has helped organizations translate regulatory requirements into actionable strategies.

He is a passionate advocate for consumer cybersecurity and privacy rights, known for making even the most complex topics accessible and engaging.

Ross holds an MSc in the Management of Technology and Innovation and is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E). He has additional certifications in ethical hacking and paralegal practice, and serves on the board of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers.

Ross is a technology and privacy specialist with over 20 years of experience navigating the complex intersection of innovation, governance, and cybersecurity. With a background in Software-as-a-Service and more than a decade dedicated to governanc... Show more

I'm a Kansas-based software consultant who loves writing code almost as much as I love figuring out why an enterprise system isn't shipping the way it should. Recovering monolith wrangler. Perpetual pipeline tinkerer. Firm believer that the real problem is rarely the one on the ticket.

I'm a Kansas-based software consultant who loves writing code almost as much as I love figuring out why an enterprise system isn't shipping the way it should. Recovering monolith wrangler. Perpetual pipeline tinkerer. Firm believer that the real prob... Show more

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest minority — 1.85 billion disabled people. As founder of Audio Accessibility, she consults on improving communication access for 466 million deaf and hard-of-hearing people worldwide. Sveta’s book and TEDx talk highlight the business benefits of high-quality captioning to increase audience reach and ROI. With an MS in Internet Technology and over 20 years of experience in design, technology, and accessibility, Sveta combines her personal experience with deafness and professional expertise to offer unique insights into the critical importance of accessibility.

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest min... Show more

Bert Dumas is a global people systems architect and people & culture executive focused on how organizations scale leadership, decision-making, and performance. His work centers on designing people systems that support execution under pressure where strategy, governance, and human behavior intersect.
With 25+ years of experience across healthcare, energy, public sector, and investment-backed environments, Bert brings an operator’s perspective to leadership development, organizational design, and culture as an operating system. His speaking explores leadership under uncertainty, people systems as leverage, and the evolving role of people strategy in business outcomes.

Bert Dumas is a global people systems architect and people & culture executive focused on how organizations scale leadership, decision-making, and performance. His work centers on designing people systems that support execution under pressure where s... Show more