Corey L. Kirkendoll, MBA, CISSP, CCSA, CHP, CCIE
President & CEO, 5K Technical Services
Vice Chair, AI Advisory Council – GTIA | Global Council Member, Responsible AI | AICerts Authorized Training Partner

Corey Kirkendoll is a nationally recognized IT leader and AI strategist with 30+ years of experience helping SMBs adopt secure, transformative technologies. As President & CEO of 5K Technical Services and Vice Chair of the AI Advisory Council for GTIA, Corey specializes in responsible AI integration, cybersecurity, and user education.

He co-hosts the MSP Unplugged Podcast and has spoken at leading events including XChange/CRN, ChannelPro LIVE, IT Nation Secure, and SuperSummit Dallas. His awards include the CRN Inclusive Leadership Award, CompTIA Community Leadership Award, and recognition in the CRN MSP 500 and Tech Elite 250. He is frequently quoted by leading editors of CRN and ChannelPro magazines.

Corey is known for #LeadingBeyondIT—guiding organizations to embrace AI with clarity, trust, and compliance.

Corey L. Kirkendoll, MBA, CISSP, CCSA, CHP, CCIE President & CEO, 5K Technical Services Vice Chair, AI Advisory Council – GTIA | Global Council Member, Responsible AI | AICerts Authorized Training Partner Corey Kirkendoll is a nationally recogni... 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

Hi, I'm Avirup Basu — a technologist, founder, and industrial innovation enthusiast based in India. I serve as an Associate Principal Engineer at P360, where I design and develop SaaS products like Swittons and Zing. These products transform enterprise workflows and real-time communication through smart devices and software platforms.

I'm also the Founder of Blackspektro, where we specialise in industrial IoT and AI solutions for manufacturing. Our focus is enabling digital transformation from the factory floor to the cloud.

Drawing on over 9 years of experience in cloud systems, and event-driven architectures and industrial and commercial IoT, I build scalable, resilient platforms that deliver real value in complex environments.

Outside of my core work, I organize Google Developer Group (GDG) Siliguri, where I mentor and engage with the tech community through meetups, hackathons, and workshops.

When I’m not immersed in product or code, you’ll find me out cycling, capturing moments through photography and videography, rallying for a game of tennis, or chasing adrenaline through adventure sports. I believe a sharp mind needs a spirited life.

Hi, I'm Avirup Basu — a technologist, founder, and industrial innovation enthusiast based in India. I serve as an Associate Principal Engineer at P360, where I design and develop SaaS products like Swittons and Zing. These products transform enterpri... Show more

Hi, I’m Rohan, I co-founded Datazip and spend most of my time working on OLake, our open-source project that makes it easier to sync database data into Apache Iceberg. I’ve always enjoyed tinkering with data systems and figuring out how to make them simpler and faster for engineers to use. Along the way, I’ve learned a ton from the open-source community, and I love giving back by sharing what’s worked (and what hasn’t!) as we build. Excited to swap stories and learn from all of you at the meetup!

Hi, I’m Rohan, I co-founded Datazip and spend most of my time working on OLake, our open-source project that makes it easier to sync database data into Apache Iceberg. I’ve always enjoyed tinkering with data systems and figuring out how to make them ... Show more

Victoria lleva casi +16 años formando parte del ecosistema de start-ups en Argentina, donde ha sido una pionera en la construcción de equipos de alto rendimiento en ingeniería y desarrollo de producto. Además de ser anfitriona y ponente habitual en conferencias tecnológicas, también ha sido profesora invitada en programas de MBA, compartiendo su experiencia en talento y estrategia.

Sus especialidades incluyen el desarrollo de estrategias de contratación, mentoring, networking y asesoramiento a start-ups en crecimiento. A través de Talent Wind, su empresa, conecta a profesionales excepcionales con proyectos que marcan la diferencia, ayudando a personas y organizaciones a alcanzar sus objetivos de carrera y crecimiento.

Victoria lleva casi +16 años formando parte del ecosistema de start-ups en Argentina, donde ha sido una pionera en la construcción de equipos de alto rendimiento en ingeniería y desarrollo de producto. Además de ser anfitriona y ponente habitual en c... Show more

Richard Essangabasi, known as The Content Chef, he is the Marketing Lead & Growth Strategist at Bitsave Protocoll and also a Creative Director and Co-Founder of Orex Prime, an innovative onchain media company transforming Africa’s entertainment landscape through decentralized storytelling.

As Content Lead at Sandbox Africa and Creator at Base West-Africa, he drives compelling narratives with global impact. A four-time award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer, He serves as the 2024 Uyo Theatre and Film Festival Curator/Director.

He previously spearheaded marketing at ILabs, advancing AI chatbot adoption for SMEs, and led the For the Love of DeFi community at Akwa Ibom State University, where he studies computer science and graduated from KAP Film Academy a Nigerian film brand popular for their master piece (Anikulapo).

He has spoken at Figma Config, DevFest Eket, Base Onchain Summer Lagos, ETH-Enugu, and Web3 Lagos Conference will Facilitating and being in attendance of many more like Onchain festival, Oncahin Summer by TheFow, ETH-Accra, etc. Passionate about cinematography and motion graphics, he inspires African creators to shine globally.

Richard Essangabasi, known as The Content Chef, he is the Marketing Lead & Growth Strategist at Bitsave Protocoll and also a Creative Director and Co-Founder of Orex Prime, an innovative onchain media company transforming Africa’s entertainment lands... Show more

Co-founder and Head of Business Development at data4all. We are dedicated to the digitization of processes and implementation of data culture through Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Copilot.

Expert in Digital Transformation and People Analytics. Consultant and Trainer. Microsoft Certified PL300, Master in BI & Big Data. I have more than 10 years of experience in technology positions in large companies in sectors such as IT consulting and Oil & Gas.

I am co-founder of the Think Tank “People Analytics Spain”. I am motivated to implement the data culture in companies and thus help them grow by bringing out the full potential of the Microsoft ecosystem.

Co-founder and Head of Business Development at data4all. We are dedicated to the digitization of processes and implementation of data culture through Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Copilot. Expert in Digital Transformation and People Analytics.... Show more

Cla-Petra is a Senior Business Analyst and Agile Champion at Danske Bank who is passionate about driving efficiency and productivity through process automation.
With a background in construction, Cla-Petra pivoted to the tech industry five years ago. She expertly applies project management principles and data analysis to identify and implement automation opportunities. At Western Union, Cla-Petra utilized Power Platform low-code tools to develop automation solutions, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of FinCrime processes.
As a data expert, Cla-Petra has worked with NGOs, banks, marketing research companies, fintech, and the education sector. She holds a master’s degree in Project Management, a micro master's in data science, certification as a Senior Big Data Analyst (SBDA), and Alteryx automation tool certifications.
Outside of her professional work, Cla-Petra mentors data enthusiasts, providing guidance on code reviews, solving coding challenges, and improving dashboard reporting.
When she is not diagnosing automation possibilities in a process, Cla-Petra enjoys drawing, traveling, and playing Scrabble with friends.

Cla-Petra is a Senior Business Analyst and Agile Champion at Danske Bank who is passionate about driving efficiency and productivity through process automation. With a background in construction, Cla-Petra pivoted to the tech industry five years ago... Show more

Kelly Vaughn is an engineering leader, entrepreneur, and side project aficionado. She is currently a Sr. Engineering Manager at Zapier and is passionate about coaching individual contributors into leadership roles and mentoring engineering managers to be impactful, empowering leaders. When she's not working, you'll probably find her running or doing Pilates, traveling to a new country, or spending time at a coffee shop to make a tiny dent in her never-ending book collection.

Kelly Vaughn is an engineering leader, entrepreneur, and side project aficionado. She is currently a Sr. Engineering Manager at Zapier and is passionate about coaching individual contributors into leadership roles and mentoring engineering managers t... Show more

Anish S. Nair is a dynamic and accomplished Corporate Trainer with a rich background in an extensive array of programming languages and cutting-edge technologies. Armed with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, he played a pivotal role as one of the founding members of Logix Space Technologies Pvt. Ltd, contributing to its establishment as a prominent startup specializing in technical and corporate training.

As a founding member, Anish spearheaded the development of Logix Space Technologies, focusing on technical and corporate training. His leadership played a crucial role in the creation of SAFE KIDS, an innovative application that garnered attention from the Kerala State Government and is now implemented in schools across the state.

Anish possesses extensive expertise in a wide range of technologies, including Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Blockchain, MEAN Stack / FullStack Technologies, Big Data, Internet Of Things, iOS, Android, Java, PHP, Python, MongoDB, Cloud Computing, Vue.js, React, Angular, React Native, DART, Google Flutter, and more. He specializes in Mobile and Web app development.

Anish holds the prestigious title of a certified REDHAT Engineer with dual certifications of RHCE & RHCSA, showcasing his proficiency in Linux system administration. Leading the training department at Logix Space Technologies Pvt. Ltd and Link Ur Codes, Anish has been a beacon of knowledge, specializing in full-stack and mobile app development. His training sessions have impacted renowned companies such as Samsung , Harman Kardon, iPrimed (Bengaluru), Reflections, Nest Digital, Prodapt Technologies (Bengaluru), SigniFy (Bengaluru) and many more.

Anish is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of tech enthusiasts, working with students of all ages and backgrounds. His programs, "Women Who Code" and "Coding for Kids," are designed to empower women in coding and introduce young minds to the exciting world of programming and development.

He served as a jury panel member for two events in the Reboot Kerala Hackathon 2020, organized by ASAP Kerala, showcasing his commitment to fostering innovation and creativity in the tech community. Additionally, he is a Board of Studies member at the autonomous college SBCE, Kerala, contributing to curriculum development and academic advancements in emerging technologies.

Anish has a proven track record of delivering engaging, informative, and interactive training sessions. With excellent communication skills, he can explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner, making them accessible and easy to retain. His adaptive training style suits the diverse needs of different audiences, reflecting his passion for sharing knowledge and helping others develop their skills in technology

Anish S. Nair is a dynamic and accomplished Corporate Trainer with a rich background in an extensive array of programming languages and cutting-edge technologies. Armed with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, he played a pivotal role as one of ... Show more