Fauwaz is the Sr. Director of B2B Strategy with 15 years of experience in electronic payment technology, specializing in ERP integration, payment security, and sales. He has a strong background in leading software sales teams at Nodus and EVO Payments, contributing significantly to strategic acquisitions. With expertise in various ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics, Acumatica, Sage, and SAP, Fauwaz excels in driving partner success and customer satisfaction in the payment industry.

Fauwaz is the Sr. Director of B2B Strategy with 15 years of experience in electronic payment technology, specializing in ERP integration, payment security, and sales. He has a strong background in leading software sales teams at Nodus and EVO Payment... Show more

Hands-on engineering manager with a proven track record of success designing efficient and cost effective architectural model and delivering innovative solutions across functional teams. Effective leader and problem solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed to deliver quality services and products.15+ years of experience in developing J2EE Enterprise web applications using different frameworks.8 years of experience in solutions-oriented Technical Manager showcasing experience in developing and implementing complex technical solutions for industry leaders.6 years of experience in leading digital team and acting as a product owner for Portal application.8 years of experience in project management including Scrum, presentation to various business stake holders, communication with business regarding project time line, submitting new business proposal with latest technology to business.

Hands-on engineering manager with a proven track record of success designing efficient and cost effective architectural model and delivering innovative solutions across functional teams. Effective leader and problem solver dedicated to streamlining o... Show more

Jean-Georges “jgp” Perrin is a data passionate. As chair of the Linux Foundation’s Bitol project, Jean-Georges leads efforts to establish global standards for data, including the Open Data Contract Standard (ODCS), which fosters more reliable and efficient data ecosystems. He is the author of Implementing Data Mesh (O’Reilly), a pivotal resource for the data community, and Spark in Action, 2nd Edition (Manning), which empowers developers to harness the power of Apache Spark. He is currently a Senior Product Manager at Actian.
With over 25 years of IT expertise, Jean-Georges has earned titles such as Lifetime IBM Champion, PayPal Champion, and Data Mesh MVP, reflecting his contributions to data innovation. Passionate about sharing knowledge, he has spoken at over 150 international conferences and regularly shares insights through his blog at jgp.ai.
Outside his professional life, Jean-Georges enjoys exploring the scenic landscapes of Upstate New York and New England with his family, balancing his love for technology with a passion for nature and adventure.

Jean-Georges “jgp” Perrin is a data passionate. As chair of the Linux Foundation’s Bitol project, Jean-Georges leads efforts to establish global standards for data, including the Open Data Contract Standard (ODCS), which fosters more reliable and eff... Show more

Marie Wiese is a marketing strategist and founder of Marketing Copilot®. She is a Microsoft MVP in AI and host of the international podcast, Women Talk Tech and the podcast The Hot Seat for Microsoft Partners. Marie has worked in the technology sector for 35 years and focuses on marketing automation/CRM and the digital transformation of the sales and marketing functions. Marie helps Microsoft partners, ISVs and customers build demand generation programs for their organizations.

Marie Wiese is a marketing strategist and founder of Marketing Copilot®. She is a Microsoft MVP in AI and host of the international podcast, Women Talk Tech and the podcast The Hot Seat for Microsoft Partners. Marie has worked in the technology secto... Show more

Aujourd'hui en tant qu' Agile Quality Coach chez MAIF, je combine une expertise en Lean et Agilité avec une expérience de delivery et de qualité. Ma source de motivation principale consiste à contribuer à la mise en œuvre de l'agilité et de la Qualité (yc test), de manière créative et collective.

Aujourd'hui en tant qu' Agile Quality Coach chez MAIF, je combine une expertise en Lean et Agilité avec une expérience de delivery et de qualité. Ma source de motivation principale consiste à contribuer à la mise en œuvre de l'agilité et de la Qualit... Show more

I lead open source program work, focusing on how organizations engage with, contribute to, and govern open source. My role sits between engineering, legal, and leadership, helping open source create real organizational value

I lead open source program work, focusing on how organizations engage with, contribute to, and govern open source. My role sits between engineering, legal, and leadership, helping open source create real organizational value Show more

Reet Kaur is a seasoned information security professional experienced in both public and private sectors. She is currently a leader of a consulting company offering CISO services. She was recently an Executive Director of IT Risk Management & Security at Merck Co. & Inc. Formerly, she held the role of Cabinet Executive VP and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at a leading higher-ed institute, Portland Community College in Portland, Oregon. She is also the board member of the audit committee for the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) for the State of Oregon. With over 20 years of experience in IT, information security, and risk management leadership roles at Fortune 100 and 500 companies like Merck, Nike, Fidelity, AECOM, and CIBC, Reet has established herself as a respected industry expert. Renowned for her expertise in organizational transformation and a change agent, she adopts a unique, globally informed, risk-based approach to information security, data privacy, IT, and digital transformation.

Certified in CISSP, CRISC, CISM, and PMP, Reet is a trusted advisor to technical, executive, and board-level teams. Reet is a champion of diversity and inclusion initiatives and is deeply committed to addressing talent, gender, and underrepresented minority gaps in cybersecurity. A compassionate leader, she mentors aspiring professionals and actively contributes to the
industry through speaking engagements and content development on LinkedIn. In her strategic role, Reet specializes in developing and implementing successful programs in information security, risk management, and data privacy across various industry verticals and geographies.

Reet Kaur is a seasoned information security professional experienced in both public and private sectors. She is currently a leader of a consulting company offering CISO services. She was recently an Executive Director of IT Risk Management & Securit... Show more

Mitchell Knuppel is a Senior Applications Analyst at Southern Company with a passion for empowering new and junior developers to thrive in the tech industry. Holding a BS in Management Information Systems from the University of Alabama, an MS in MIS from Auburn University, and an MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Mitchell blends technical expertise with business acumen to drive meaningful change.

From his early career as a consultant at CGI and software developer at Cox Automotive to his current role, Mitchell has led teams and navigated the challenges of leadership while still “green” in the industry. Specializing in C# and .NET, he is dedicated to revitalizing aging enterprise software systems and fostering environments where developers of all levels can succeed. His mission is to help the next generation of technologists build both the skills and confidence to become agents of change in their organizations.

Mitchell Knuppel is a Senior Applications Analyst at Southern Company with a passion for empowering new and junior developers to thrive in the tech industry. Holding a BS in Management Information Systems from the University of Alabama, an MS in MIS ... Show more

Heather is lucky enough to organize developer communities as a full-time job. She’s worked for a variety of tech companies in Developer Advocate and Community Manager positions and currently supports open source communities through her Community Manger role with Bitovi, a leading open source & software building consultancy.

As a Chicago native, she currently hosts and manages the Chicago JavaScript meetups, the city’s longest-running JavaScript developer group. When she’s not building community in the tech space, you can find her running marathons, baking, and taking her dog, Olive, on long walks.

Heather is lucky enough to organize developer communities as a full-time job. She’s worked for a variety of tech companies in Developer Advocate and Community Manager positions and currently supports open source communities through her Community Mang... Show more

Derek Leite: 11+ anos de experiência com Agile, Gestão de Projetos, Processos, Produto e Inovação em empresas de grande porte como Deloitte, Globo, Stefanini, Icatu Seguros e MJV. Atualmente é Release Train Engineer (RTE) na TI da Petrobras. Engº de Produção (UFS), MBA em Gestão Empresarial (FGV), MBA em Engª de Software Ágil (XP Educação), Black Belt Lean Six Sigma, PSM, KMP, KMM, KCP (Kanban Coach). Realizou palestras e workshops sobre temas relacionados a Agilidade em âmbito nacional e internacional, além de atuar em projetos como Consultor, Agile Leader e Agile Coach.

Derek Leite: 11+ anos de experiência com Agile, Gestão de Projetos, Processos, Produto e Inovação em empresas de grande porte como Deloitte, Globo, Stefanini, Icatu Seguros e MJV. Atualmente é Release Train Engineer (RTE) na TI da Petrobras. Engº de... Show more