Versatile Soft Skills Trainer, Learning Designer, and IT Project Manager with 15+ years of experience designing and delivering tailored and impactful training solutions, leading dynamic workshops, and integrating e-learning strategies that drive measurable performance outcomes in diverse industries —including Mining, Technology, Finance, and Healthcare.

Skilled in managing cross-functional and multicultural teams, aligning initiatives with strategic goals, and executing projects that boost productivity, efficiency, and professional growth

++ Talks & workshops in Italian, English, and Spanish.

Versatile Soft Skills Trainer, Learning Designer, and IT Project Manager with 15+ years of experience designing and delivering tailored and impactful training solutions, leading dynamic workshops, and integrating e-learning strategies that drive meas... Show more

Holly Bielawa is the head of Product Coaching and Consulting for Jeff Patton and Associates, where she and her team help companies put Product Thinking concepts into practice. As an international tech start-up founder, CPO, and transformational strategist, she brings a unique wealth of experience and industry knowledge to technology product development. She and her team work with organizational leaders and teams to help them evolve to a product-oriented culture that empowers the principles, practices and ways of working that are essential to deliver real business results.

Holly Bielawa is the head of Product Coaching and Consulting for Jeff Patton and Associates, where she and her team help companies put Product Thinking concepts into practice. As an international tech start-up founder, CPO, and transformational strat... Show more

Reid is a seasoned data professional with a wealth of experience in data visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, and artificial intelligence. In his professional capacity, Reid specializes in consulting on IT processes to drive improvement and efficiency. In addition to his role, Reid is deeply involved in developing Power Platform solutions, integrating artificial intelligence, and advocating for enhanced end-user technology experiences.

Before transitioning into tech, Reid built a successful career in the finance industry. From broker and trader to consultant, where he assisted Financial Advisors in scaling and marketing their businesses, while also serving as a trusted expert in investments and strategy.

Reid is a proud graduate of Kansas State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration specializing in Finance with a minor in Leadership Studies.

Outside of work, Reid enjoys spending quality time with his wife and son. He also enjoys the company of his dogs, Finley and Bentley, and enjoys the occasional lake trip, serving on nonprofit boards, reading, continuous learning, sharing knowledge, and working on side projects.

Four Colors: Green | Gold | Orange | Blue
Myers-Briggs: ISTP

Reid is a seasoned data professional with a wealth of experience in data visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, and artificial intelligence. In his professional capacity, Reid specializes in consulting on IT processes to drive improvement and effic... Show more

Becky Gandillon is the Data Solutions Architect for Qventus, and she specializes in data storytelling, data strategy and visualization. She is a big Disney nerd that spends some of her free time analyzing and predicting crowd patterns at Disney World. She and her husband love travelling with their two daughters, and typically have three or four vacations planned in advance at any time.

Becky Gandillon is the Data Solutions Architect for Qventus, and she specializes in data storytelling, data strategy and visualization. She is a big Disney nerd that spends some of her free time analyzing and predicting crowd patterns at Disney World... Show more

Karoliina is the Head of Modern Work at OP Financial Group, the largest financial services group in Finland. She has over ten years of experience in developing teamwork and internal communications with modern digital tools and leading long-term change in organisations. Karoliina is a Microsoft MVP and a multi-awarded role model for her enthusiasm, knowledge-sharing, and community leadership. She is an experienced and inspiring speaker at international conferences, and she co-organizes the Finnish M365 Copilot User Group and CollabDays Finland Conference 💜 Community rocks!

Karoliina is the Head of Modern Work at OP Financial Group, the largest financial services group in Finland. She has over ten years of experience in developing teamwork and internal communications with modern digital tools and leading long-term chang... Show more

Marvin Bangert works as a Cloud Architect at glueckkanja AG in Germany, is the organizer of the Power Platform User Group Cologne, speaker, blogger and Power Platform Community Contributor. Started many years ago with SharePoint Server On-Premises, for more than 7 years he has mainly been dealing with cloud topics related to Power Platform and Microsoft 365, in particular Modern Collaboration. With his broad expert knowledge of the various Microsoft products, he advises and accompanies customers in the introduction of a modern workplace.

Marvin Bangert works as a Cloud Architect at glueckkanja AG in Germany, is the organizer of the Power Platform User Group Cologne, speaker, blogger and Power Platform Community Contributor. Started many years ago with SharePoint Server On-Premises, f... Show more

Owner of a 2022 Workplace Wellness "Hot List" company, one of the top 10 Organizational Change Management Companies of 2022, named a top 100 HR Professional of 2020, and recently elected as the global psychological health and safety liaison for ISO, Dr. Allessandria Polizzi has 20 years of experience leading teams across multiple industries to unlock the potential in people and help organizations thrive. Following her own burnout in 2021, Dr. Al found the marketplace for practical solutions for leaders in crisis to be insufficient for her needs. She decided to reboot her consulting practice, Verdant Consulting, with a renewed focus on solving this issue in the hopes that future leaders would have better options. In addition, she has co-founded HR Wellbeing Week and Kite HR, which provide targeted programs that address the specific needs of HR teams. She also hosts the Be Verdant podcast, which shares the latest in resiliency and psychological safety from around the globe.

Owner of a 2022 Workplace Wellness "Hot List" company, one of the top 10 Organizational Change Management Companies of 2022, named a top 100 HR Professional of 2020, and recently elected as the global psychological health and safety liaison for ISO, ... Show more

Zac Brown is an Egyptian-American entrepreneur and technology leader who is deeply committed to using his expertise to create positive social impact. Since writing his first line of code at age 9, Zac has been passionate about leveraging technology for good.

Currently, Zac is focused on growing NonprofitsHQ, a tech startup dedicated to building powerful tools that empower nonprofits to achieve their missions. His work with NonprofitsHQ demonstrates his commitment to supporting the nonprofit sector through innovative technology solutions.

Zac Brown is an Egyptian-American entrepreneur and technology leader who is deeply committed to using his expertise to create positive social impact. Since writing his first line of code at age 9, Zac has been passionate about leveraging technology f... Show more

Andreas Giesa, Director of Digital Business Consulting at Xebia and former Head of eBusiness at Liebherr, is a visionary leader in the field of digitalization. With over 16 years of experience, he passionately drives digital business models, strategies, and innovative technologies such as AI and IoT. His focus is on customer-oriented solutions, digital excellence, and the development and empowerment of agile teams for digital transformation.

Andreas Giesa, Director of Digital Business Consulting at Xebia and former Head of eBusiness at Liebherr, is a visionary leader in the field of digitalization. With over 16 years of experience, he passionately drives digital business models, strategi... Show more

SM @Tlse

Samuel alias S@M est un gentil organisateur d'Agile Tour Toulouse depuis 2021.
Depuis ses débuts, il souffre dans des organisations inhumaines et a longtemps re-inventé des cadres d'organisation, en détournant les modèles imposés pendant 10 ans, avant de réellement comprendre l’Agilité en la pratiquant en équipe, puis en la diffusant.

Depuis sa découverte des communautés vivantes hors entreprise, S@M se plaît à y participer et depuis 2022, en complément d'organisation et facilitation d'y ajouter de l'animation souvent autour des Liberating Structures et des jeux agiles

SM @Tlse Samuel alias S@M est un gentil organisateur d'Agile Tour Toulouse depuis 2021. Depuis ses débuts, il souffre dans des organisations inhumaines et a longtemps re-inventé des cadres d'organisation, en détournant les modèles imposés pendant... Show more

Hi, I’m Olivier! I’m a passionate engineering leader who discovered agility’s values in 2008 as a computer science student. I started as a software engineer in 2010 and stepped into leadership roles in 2016, managing engineers and project managers. From the start, I led my way: people-first, results-driven, with a continuous improvement mindset.

Today, I blend engineering expertise, agile methods, and empathetic leadership to help teams thrive. I also mentor and coach managers, strengthening their skills as we tackle challenges together—so they can face them confidently on their own tomorrow.

Hi, I’m Olivier! I’m a passionate engineering leader who discovered agility’s values in 2008 as a computer science student. I started as a software engineer in 2010 and stepped into leadership roles in 2016, managing engineers and project managers. F... Show more

Results-driven and highly analytical professional with a proven track record of success in data analysis across various industries including consulting, marketing, insurance, sales, and product development. Adept at identifying key insights and trends within complex datasets, utilizing advanced analytical techniques to inform strategic decision-making and drive business growth. Strong communicator who can effectively present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Skilled in data visualization and the use of various analytical tools and software. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Ioannis holds a B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from Agricultural University, GR and an M.Sc. in Business Analytics from Essex University, UK, and a Data Science BootCamp Certificate with Le Wagon Berlin - Batch 954.

Results-driven and highly analytical professional with a proven track record of success in data analysis across various industries including consulting, marketing, insurance, sales, and product development. Adept at identifying key insights and trend... Show more

Business Central Technical Consultant with strong expertise in developing AL extensions, automating processes with Power Automate, and creating tailored applications with Power Apps. Experienced in leading complex integrations between Business Central and Dynamics 365 Sales, streamlining company consolidations and data synchronization. Passionate about efficiency, low-code innovation, and continuous process improvement. Active community contributor who enjoys sharing knowledge and experiences at events and with peers.

Business Central Technical Consultant with strong expertise in developing AL extensions, automating processes with Power Automate, and creating tailored applications with Power Apps. Experienced in leading complex integrations between Business Centra... Show more

Johan is a Systems Engineer with over 15 years of experience. He began as a software developer and grew to be a leader in software architecture and DevOps projects, especially in banking and telecom.

Besides his main job, he's passionate about being a speaker and a writer. Johan has even written a book in Spanish called 'DevOps en nuestra lengua', sharing his knowledge and experiences.

He's worked in various fields like state banking and telecoms, always bringing his practical skills to each project. Johan likes to mix new ideas with good management, which has helped many businesses.

On the other hand, constantly seeking to train, learn, and explore new areas in the field of computer engineering.

Johan is a Systems Engineer with over 15 years of experience. He began as a software developer and grew to be a leader in software architecture and DevOps projects, especially in banking and telecom. Besides his main job, he's passionate about bei... Show more

Aman is a seasoned Data and AI Architect with 12+ years of experience designing large-scale analytics, ML, and GenAI platforms for enterprise environments. A former Senior ML Engineer at PayPal, he is passionate about making advanced AI practical and accessible for businesses of all sizes.

As the founder of Welzin, a boutique AI firm, Aman now leads the delivery of custom AI/ML, GenAI, and data science products that help organizations turn complex data and modern AI capabilities into real-world business impact.

Aman is a seasoned Data and AI Architect with 12+ years of experience designing large-scale analytics, ML, and GenAI platforms for enterprise environments. A former Senior ML Engineer at PayPal, he is passionate about making advanced AI practical and... Show more

Eric is Microsoft MVP for Microsoft Azure and for Cloud and Datacenter Management. He is the owner of Mountain IT. His main areas are: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Governance, Automation, Hybrid Infrastructure, Windows Server and Management Solutions.

Eric is an active member of the Microsoft community. He is blogging on his website www.ericberg.de on a regular basis. He produces the GeekSprech Podcast and the GeekSchau Webcast. He runs the Azure Thüringen Meetup in Germany, with more than 400 members and monthly meetups. He is a well known and high rated speaker at conferences like Microsoft Ignite, MVP Summit, Microsoft Ignite The Tour, ExpertsLive, Azure Saturday, Cloud and Datacenter Conference, and many more.

Eric is also a trainer on LinkedIn Learning, providing video trainings around Microsoft Azure.

His motto:
"The community lives from the community and only those who participate keep it alive.!"

Eric is Microsoft MVP for Microsoft Azure and for Cloud and Datacenter Management. He is the owner of Mountain IT. His main areas are: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Governance, Automation, Hybrid Infrastructure, Windows Server and Management Solutions. E... Show more

Peer is a seasoned Data & BI professional with over 15 years of experience delivering enterprise-grade analytics solutions across industries. He recently joined Tabular Editor as a Technical Architect & Community Advocate, where he helps shape the future of semantic modeling while supporting the global data community.

Previously, Peer was a key member of the twoday Microsoft Fabric expert group, where he helped define best practice frameworks for Fabric implementations - ranging from metadata-driven ingestion and transformation patterns to CI/CD pipelines and scalable ways of working across environments.

Peer’s involvement with Microsoft Fabric began in 2022 as part of the early private preview of what was then known as Project Trident. This early engagement has given him deep, practical insights into the platform’s architecture and evolution, making him a trusted authority on modern data engineering with Fabric.

Driven by a passion for community, innovation, and quality, Peer regularly shares his knowledge through blogs, talks, and open-source contributions - empowering others to unlock the full potential of their data platforms.

Peer is a seasoned Data & BI professional with over 15 years of experience delivering enterprise-grade analytics solutions across industries. He recently joined Tabular Editor as a Technical Architect & Community Advocate, where he helps shape the fu... Show more

Alex is a VP Education and Community Manager for Engineering Practices, at JP MorganChase in Glasgow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 the land of the unicorns 🦄. She is an international speaker, product community manager, former product and marketing manager for public cloud, software engineer and conversational developer, among other roles.

In her work as a creative technologist, she combines content, community and engineering, to help people and products grow. Her role acts as a navigator between product, design, engineering and customers, underpinned by data and feedback.

In her personal life, she loves languages, speaking 4, whilst learning her 5th, Korean, with a 1400+ day streak on Duolingo. Alex adores living in Scotland with her family, 6-year old husky, Kai, and 2-year old Maine Coon kitten, Marvin!

As a fervent advocate of diversity in tech, Alex supports various communities, such as codebar, AWS Community Builders, Aspiring Women Speakers, #IamRemarkable, GitHub Campus Experts, Women Techmakers and more!

Alex is a VP Education and Community Manager for Engineering Practices, at JP MorganChase in Glasgow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 the land of the unicorns 🦄. She is an international speaker, product community manager, former product and marketing manager for publ... Show more

Software Engineer from Apulia, Italy. Experienced JavaScript developer with a background in Angular, .NET, and NestJS. Linux enthusiast since 2009, CSPO and Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer. Currently exploring AI and building conversational apps with LangChain.

Software Engineer from Apulia, Italy. Experienced JavaScript developer with a background in Angular, .NET, and NestJS. Linux enthusiast since 2009, CSPO and Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer. Currently exploring AI and building conversational app... Show more

10x Certified Microsoft Expert with 5 years of experience in Power Platform. Active public speaker, blogger, and code snippet author with countless public contributions, prominent both on LinkedIn and GitHub. Actively working as Power Platform Tech Lead / Business Applications Lead at Clouds On Mars. My passion lies in transforming ideas into powerful, efficient solutions that maximize the potential of low-code. Whether it’s simplifying complex workflows or building hyper-optimized applications, I’m always seeking smarter ways to get things done. I’m also deeply committed to empowering others. Teaching and mentoring aren’t just things I do - they’re at the heart of what drives me.

10x Certified Microsoft Expert with 5 years of experience in Power Platform. Active public speaker, blogger, and code snippet author with countless public contributions, prominent both on LinkedIn and GitHub. Actively working as Power Platform Tech L... Show more

Je suis tombée dans l'agilité il y a déjà pas mal d'années, sans en connaître le nom. Ce mindset, ainsi que ses valeurs et principes, sont pour moi cruciaux pour toute organisation, toute démarche, tout projet. Non pas que les méthodes liées à l'agilité soient toujours les + adaptées, mais ce mindset fondé sur l'humain, l'écoute, la co-construction, l'adaptation et la création de valeur est transposable à toutes les échelles. Je suis aujourd'hui coach pour les équipes agiles, et j'accompagne aussi l'individu et les organisations à se transformer.

Je suis tombée dans l'agilité il y a déjà pas mal d'années, sans en connaître le nom. Ce mindset, ainsi que ses valeurs et principes, sont pour moi cruciaux pour toute organisation, toute démarche, tout projet. Non pas que les méthodes liées à l'agil... Show more

Ajay has 3+ decades of technology leadership experience and is the founder and CEO of Platformetrics, an exclusive Platform Engineering advisory, consulting, and education firm.

He is the co-author of Effective Platform Engineering (Manning). He is also the author of the upcoming Platform Engineer's Handbook (Packt) and Domain-Driven Platform Engineering (Springer). A regular speaker and panelist, as well as a prolific blogger and contributor to other relevant publications, he focuses his current interests on improving developer productivity through domain-driven platform engineering. Ajay is a trained computer scientist with significant technology leadership experience and advanced degrees in business and technology management.

Ajay has 3+ decades of technology leadership experience and is the founder and CEO of Platformetrics, an exclusive Platform Engineering advisory, consulting, and education firm. He is the co-author of Effective Platform Engineering (Manning). He i... Show more

Community and Curiosity are Stuart’s core values spanning his 20+ year digital career. Starting with pivotal transformations for major players like ASDA / Walmart and the NHS, he became an agile advocate in 2004.

Stuart joined AND Digital as a 10 person start-up in 2014 and led the set-up and evolution of ways of working as they grew to 1000+ consultants. He has honed practices for ~50 clients across various industries - Retail, eCommerce, Insurance, Leisure, Hospitality, Media, Publishing etc.

Currently, as Chief for Group Operations & Technology, Stuart directs AND’s internal technology functions consisting of Information Technology, Software Development, DevSecOps, ISO, and guiding AND’s AI enablement. He also regularly advises on AND’s complex and scaled engagements.

In 2020 Stuart co-founded the Agile Reading meet-up group. He has organised 50+ Agile and Digital external speaker monthly sessions, recently re-launching as FutureSkills:Reading to cover AI, Data, VR / AR, and other technologies.

External public speaker and keynote at international conferences (e.g. Agile on the Beach, ACE Krakow, XP2023, ScanAgile, Global Scrum Gathering, Agile2025 etc.)

Stuart lives with his family in Reading Berkshire where he is a coach and semi-retired player at his local rugby club and is a lifelong Leicester Tigers rugby team fan.

Community and Curiosity are Stuart’s core values spanning his 20+ year digital career. Starting with pivotal transformations for major players like ASDA / Walmart and the NHS, he became an agile advocate in 2004. Stuart joined AND Digital as a 10 ... Show more

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution, translating needs into optimized architectures within the Microsoft ecosystem (Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure).

My approach combines a deep technical background with a strategic vision for Customer Experience (CX) and Marketing. I don’t just implement technology; I focus on the "why" behind every solution, integrating Artificial Intelligence and automation to drive real business value and simplify processes.

Beyond my role as an architect, I am deeply committed to knowledge sharing. I am a regular speaker at tech events, a lecturer in Master’s programs, and a mentor for initiatives like Technovation Girls. I believe in a human-centric digitalization that is both responsible and ethical.

I am always eager to connect with the community and discuss how we can leverage technology to scale businesses and improve user experiences.

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and... Show more

Annie is co-founder of People Work, a relationship management platform helping professionals intentionally manage the 10-20 connections that drive career success. Her path from casting director for film and TV to Azure cloud consultant to the Terraform Enterprise team at HashiCorp taught her that meaningful work comes from intentional relationship-building and collaboration. At People Work, she's creating tools that help people invest in the relationships that actually drive career success.

Annie is co-founder of People Work, a relationship management platform helping professionals intentionally manage the 10-20 connections that drive career success. Her path from casting director for film and TV to Azure cloud consultant to the Terrafo... Show more

Sónia is a Portuguese/German BI Specialist that has been working @DevScope, a Gold Data Analytics Microsoft Partner, for the last 6 years.

Sónia's academic journey began in Biomedical Engineering, where she honed her analytical and problem-solving skills. Her passion for leveraging data to improve healthcare and decision-making led her to her current role. At DevScope, she harnesses her knowledge to drive data-driven solutions, ensuring that insights are not only powerful but also tailored to specific business needs.

She is enthusiastic about anything data related - from programming to data visualization.

Sónia is a Portuguese/German BI Specialist that has been working @DevScope, a Gold Data Analytics Microsoft Partner, for the last 6 years. Sónia's academic journey began in Biomedical Engineering, where she honed her analytical and problem-solving... Show more

Tim Rayburn is a Vice President of Consulting with Improving Enterprises, a software and project management consulting company in Dallas, TX. He is a passionate advocate of apprenticeship and mentorship in corporate environments. He has been awarded the Microsoft MVP in recognition of his expertise and community leadership 11 times. He is also a conference organizer, an author, and can be found speaking across the nation on agile processes, software design, and career management. He lives in the North Dallas area with his amazing wife Kate and their loyal dogs Dresden and Radagast.

Tim Rayburn is a Vice President of Consulting with Improving Enterprises, a software and project management consulting company in Dallas, TX. He is a passionate advocate of apprenticeship and mentorship in corporate environments. He has been awarded ... Show more

I began my career as a business and technology consultant, quickly transitioning into implementation and BI development. I’ve used several BI tools along the way—Tableau, Domo, and Spotfire—but Power BI has been the core of my work for many years.

My focus started with data visualization and clear data communication, and has grown to include data architecture and development practices. I’m currently working with Microsoft Fabric and promoting the use of source control and CI/CD to improve the Power BI development lifecycle.

I began my career as a business and technology consultant, quickly transitioning into implementation and BI development. I’ve used several BI tools along the way—Tableau, Domo, and Spotfire—but Power BI has been the core of my work for many years. ... Show more

6+ years of experience working in Business Intelligence in different contexts: startup/scaleup, Big 4 consultancy firm, remote contractor for US-based tech company and as Community Leader for the Italian Power BI User Group. Currently working as a freelance consultant with customers ranging from small-sized shops to multinational corporations. I am strongly experienced in BI development, working daily to solve tasks related to Data Engineering, ETL, SQL and Power BI/SSAS development.

I am among the co-leaders of the Power BI User Group Italy, the biggest Italian community dedicated to BI and Data. For the community I manage and grow social channels, organize events all over Italy (and beyond! We regularly travel to Switzerland for our Ticino Conference) and present technical sessions. If you wish to join any of the social channels of the community, here's a useful LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/powerbiusergroupitaly.

Certified on Power BI (PL-300) and Fabric (DP-600 | DP-700)

6+ years of experience working in Business Intelligence in different contexts: startup/scaleup, Big 4 consultancy firm, remote contractor for US-based tech company and as Community Leader for the Italian Power BI User Group. Currently working as a fr... Show more

Monika Rajput is a Senior Technical Consultant at Ahead, where she helps build real-world data and cloud solutions. Over the years, she’s worked with four early-stage startups, shaping products from idea to launch. Alongside her technical work, she’s passionate about helping others grow in tech. She has mentored over 200+ students and actively contributes to the community as a CNCF Ambassador and organiser of CNCF Gurugram.

Monika is also the founder of TMS: The Monika Rajput Stack, a podcast where she shares stories from the world of data, AI, and cloud, featuring people doing meaningful work in tech. She’s currently serving as a Program Committee Member for KubeCon + CloudNativeCon in China, Japan, and India. Her goal is to make technology more open, relatable, and accessible, especially for those who are just getting started.

Monika Rajput is a Senior Technical Consultant at Ahead, where she helps build real-world data and cloud solutions. Over the years, she’s worked with four early-stage startups, shaping products from idea to launch. Alongside her technical work, she’s... Show more