Business & Management

Professionals who specialize in the organization and oversight of business activities, as well as focus on planning, directing, and controlling company operations

Liene Luksika

Liene Luksika

Data scientist by training and product manager by passion. Having experience ranging from highly regulated healthcare and finance industries to fluid open source and cloud native ecosystem. There is time and place for both, even in the same room.

Data scientist by training and product manager by passion. Having experience ranging from highly regulated healthcare and finance industries to fluid open source and cloud native ecosystem. There is time and place for both, even in the same room. Show more

Eric Riz

Eric Riz

Eric Riz
Eric is an internationally recognized technology strategist, author, and keynote speaker who challenges organizations to rethink their relationship with technology, artificial intelligence, and the growing burden of digital complexity. With more than two decades of experience advising global enterprises, including Disney and Kellogg’s, Eric has built a career helping leaders navigate digital transformation, strengthen governance, and unlock the business value of emerging technologies.

As the author of Digital Debt, Eric explores one of the most pressing challenges facing modern organizations: the accumulation of fragmented systems, unmanaged information, outdated processes, and technology decisions that quietly undermine productivity, innovation, and growth. His work examines how artificial intelligence can both accelerate these challenges and create opportunities to overcome them, offering business leaders a practical framework for reducing digital debt and building AI-ready organizations.

A sought-after keynote speaker and conference presenter, Eric brings a compelling combination of executive insight, technical expertise, real-world experience, and engaging storytelling to the stage. His presentations challenge conventional thinking about AI adoption, Microsoft Copilot, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and organizational readiness. Rather than focusing solely on emerging technology, Eric examines the leadership decisions, governance failures, and operational realities that determine whether innovation delivers measurable business value.

Through his speaking engagements, Eric helps executives, technology leaders, and business professionals understand the hidden costs of digital complexity, the risks of accelerating AI without a strong foundation, and the strategies required to turn technological investment into lasting competitive advantage. His presentations translate complex technical and strategic challenges into accessible, actionable insights that resonate with audiences across industries.

Eric’s expertise extends across the Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft 365, Copilot, SharePoint, Teams, Purview, Defender, Sentinel, and enterprise AI governance. As a six-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) and member of the Microsoft Cloud Advisory Board, he has contributed to the evolution of enterprise technology while advising organizations on responsible AI adoption, security, compliance, and digital modernization.

His perspectives have been featured in prominent media outlets, including Fox Business, The Globe and Mail, Entrepreneur Magazine, and The Huffington Post. He has also served as a judge for the Microsoft Imagine Cup, supporting the next generation of innovators and technology leaders.

Based in Toronto, Eric continues to advise global organizations while bringing the message of Digital Debt to conferences, executive leadership forums, and industry events. His mission is to help organizations recognize that the greatest obstacle to AI-driven transformation is often not the technology they lack, but the digital debt they already carry.

Eric Riz Eric is an internationally recognized technology strategist, author, and keynote speaker who challenges organizations to rethink their relationship with technology, artificial intelligence, and the growing burden of digital complexity. With... Show more

Caroline Nicole Letaru

Caroline Nicole Letaru

**Caroline Nicole Letaru** is a Career Coach, Talent Strategist, and Founder of Kazini Consults, with **7 years of experience** helping professionals navigate career growth, employability, and international opportunities. Her work focuses on helping African professionals build future-ready careers through strategic career planning, skills development, and practical positioning in an evolving world of work.

Nicole has led technical recruitment for global institutions, including the United Nations and UNHCR, and has coached over 500 professionals across technical and non-technical fields, including software engineering, UX design, PowerShell, and AI. She brings a talent-market perspective to conversations about how people develop relevant skills, navigate changing industry expectations, and translate their capabilities into meaningful opportunities.

Her international speaking experience includes the International AIDS Society Conference in Germany, the Going Global Conference in the United Kingdom, and the SCORE Conference in Tanzania. She also received the Best Essay Award at the South American Business Forum in Argentina for her contribution to conversations on youth, development, and innovation.

Through Kazini Consults, Nicole champions practical, people-centred approaches to career development and the future of work, helping African talent navigate change, recognise emerging opportunities, and build sustainable professional pathways.

**Caroline Nicole Letaru** is a Career Coach, Talent Strategist, and Founder of Kazini Consults, with **7 years of experience** helping professionals navigate career growth, employability, and international opportunities. Her work focuses on helping ... Show more

Lee Dickson

Lee Dickson

Lee Dickson is the Director of Sales & Operations at raia AI, where he helps software and technology companies deploy practical AI solutions that drive measurable operational and revenue growth. As part of the founding team behind raia, Lee has played a key role in building an enterprise AI agent platform designed specifically for organizations looking to integrate AI across sales, support, marketing, engineering, and operational workflows. His work focuses on helping companies move beyond isolated AI experiments and toward scalable, secure, and productized AI ecosystems that create long-term competitive advantages.

Lee is also the co-host of The AI Guys, a technology podcast and learning community with more than 600,000 subscribers focused on making artificial intelligence approachable and actionable for business leaders. Through his work with executives and operating groups across organizations ranging from $5M to $100M+ in annual recurring revenue, he has become a recognized voice on practical AI adoption, operational AI strategy, and how companies can safely deploy agentic systems that empower teams while maintaining ownership, governance, and scalability.

With 9+ years experience in AI enablement and growth strategy, Lee has worked closely with SMBs and enterprise organizations to modernize customer engagement, streamline operations, and accelerate digital transformation initiatives. Through raia, he has helped organizations deploy customizable AI agents capable of handling everything from customer support automation and AI SDR workflows to code modernization, reporting automation, and embedded AI experiences inside SaaS products across industries including software, healthcare, financial services, real estate, automotive, travel, and hospitality.

Lee Dickson is the Director of Sales & Operations at raia AI, where he helps software and technology companies deploy practical AI solutions that drive measurable operational and revenue growth. As part of the founding team behind raia, Lee has playe... Show more

Sharon Weaver

Sharon Weaver

Sharon is the founder and CEO of Smarter Consulting, a business and technology consulting company. She founded her business to grow and diversify the technology resource pool. She has created a business based on diversity, inclusion, and opportunity.

As a Microsoft RD, MVP, MCT, and Productivity Expert, Sharon's background in Software Development, Business and Systems Analysis, Project Management, and Agile combined with her Developmental Psychology degree and Six Sigma Black Belt blend perfectly with her love of helping and training people to make her a well-rounded leader, consultant, and coach.

Solving both process and technical problems, Sharon has the unique ability to listen and uncover client pain points to develop a plan that will not only build the needed solutions but also drive change, adoption, and education in a way not typically seen from technical consultants.

Being part of the community is extremely important and she is an active leader, participant, and mentor. Sharon speaks professionally globally on subjects such as Microsoft 365, Business Analysis, Leadership, Teamwork, and Women in Technology. She is the founder and lead organizer of the Kansas City M365 User Group, CollabCon, and the Founding President of the Kansas City IIBA chapter.

When she's not working, Sharon watches tv and movies, reads, hangs out with her family, or is traveling somewhere interesting, most likely on a cruise ship out of the country with limited access to communication.

Sharon is the founder and CEO of Smarter Consulting, a business and technology consulting company. She founded her business to grow and diversify the technology resource pool. She has created a business based on diversity, inclusion, and opportunity.... Show more

Tali Despins

Tali Despins

A multidisciplinary builder with 16+ years of experience at the intersection of technology, business, and human psychology, spanning design, marketing, front-end development, and entrepreneurship.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP & BUSINESS

As co-founder of Max Venom, I helped build a premium consumer brand from the ground up, leading its visual identity, e-commerce, digital strategy, marketing, and product launches. Our work attracted millions of visitors, established commercial partnerships with manufacturers including TOPS Knives and Böker, and led to collaborations with Forged in Fire judge Doug Marcaida and the development of a custom design for the U.S. Navy.

In under three years, we grew revenue by 300%, sold thousands of products worldwide, and earned coverage in more than a dozen industry publications.

AI ENABLEMENT & TRANSFORMATION

Today, my work focuses on AI enablement at the intersection of technology, business objectives, and human behavior. I help organizations move beyond AI experimentation toward practical, sustainable adoption by connecting emerging technologies with real business needs and the psychological factors that determine whether change succeeds.

What differentiates my approach is an understanding that successful AI transformation isn't just about tools, prompts, and workflows. It's about people: how we think, learn, make decisions, collaborate, and adapt to new ways of working. I bring cognitive science and psychology into the conversation to help organizations build AI capabilities that create meaningful, measurable impact while supporting human well-being.

PSYCHOLOGY & COGNITIVE SCIENCE

That perspective is grounded in a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and more than three years as a lab manager in the Lupyan Lab, where I studied how language shapes thought, memory, and perception.

This research background informs how I approach emerging technology, organizational change, and the human side of AI adoption.

CLAUDE AMBASSADOR

As a Claude Ambassador, empowered by Anthropic's Claude Code Community program, I help connect local AI ecosystems across Tel Aviv and Madison, Wisconsin.

Through hands-on education, community events, and real-world collaboration, I work to make emerging technologies more accessible, foster a culture of building and experimentation, and help individuals and organizations turn AI curiosity into practical capabilities.

www.tdespins.com

A multidisciplinary builder with 16+ years of experience at the intersection of technology, business, and human psychology, spanning design, marketing, front-end development, and entrepreneurship. ENTREPRENEURSHIP & BUSINESS As co-founder of Ma... Show more

Steven Chinsky

Steven Chinsky

- Over 310+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods
- Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of positions (VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Audit Manager, Controller, and Director Operations)
- Extensive knowledge and implementation over 30 NAV/BC ISV APPs
Awards
- 5-Time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP)
- NAVUG/BC All-Star
- 4-time NAVUG/BC Granite Award recipient
- DUG Guardian Award recipient
Professional
- IMA/CMA – Member 1988
- AICPA – Member 1985
- APICS – Member 2004
- DCI Summit – Programming Committee (2012 – Present, Chair (2016-2018), Board of Advisor (2013-2015 and 2021-Present)
- Dynamics User Group (DUG) – NAV/BC Forum Moderator, Dynamics Con Content Committee
- Directions NA – Content Committee (2018-Present)
Certifications
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
- Dynamics Credentialed Professional
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP-800)

- Over 310+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods - Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of positions (VP of F... Show more

Geoff Ables

Geoff Ables

Geoff Ables is a keynote speaker, best-selling author, and a Microsoft MVP recognized in the Copilot, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and Modern Work (SharePoint, Teams and Viva) categories.

A recognized thought leader on artificial intelligence and people-centric digital transformation, Geoff's most recent book, "The LUCK Principle: Business Results at the Intersection of People and Profit," delivers fresh insight and inspiration into the people, processes, and technologies driving business ROI today.

His firm, C5 Insight, has twice been named an Inc 5000 company, and advises clients on digital customer and employee experience projects.

Geoff is also an avid motorcycle and wine enthusiast and has appeared as a guest on TruTVs's, "The Impractical Jokers."

Geoff Ables is a keynote speaker, best-selling author, and a Microsoft MVP recognized in the Copilot, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and Modern Work (SharePoint, Teams and Viva) categories. A recognized thought leader on artificial intelligence an... Show more

Ramón Rautenstrauch

Ramón Rautenstrauch

My entire career has revolved around technology and my challenge to constantly keep up to date. I have never stopped learning and I will never stop. Learning gives me life.

🎯 I actively participate and engage in the SEO and digital marketing community, the Microsoft technology enthusiasts community and, up to the #WPdrama, in the WordPress community.

🗣️ Feel free to contact me if I can help you or if you think we can collaborate.

And besides all this, I am the proud father of Lukas 😍.

My entire career has revolved around technology and my challenge to constantly keep up to date. I have never stopped learning and I will never stop. Learning gives me life. 🎯 I actively participate and engage in the SEO and digital marketing comm... Show more

Doug Leal

Doug Leal

With more than two decades of experience, Doug is a technology and data leader at CGI who helps clients execute critical data-centric solutions, analytics and data engineering strategies, and AI initiatives. He has led high-impact transformations driven by modern cloud data platforms and AI-driven solutions that improve decision-making, streamline operations, and unlock new opportunities across multiple industries.

Doug partners with business and technology leaders to accelerate digital transformation and scale innovation. He serves on the Databricks Partner Product Advisory Board, representing CGI, and the Per Scholas Orlando Advisory Board. He also is recognized by Databricks as a Champion for CGI, bringing leading-edge insight directly into client strategies.

With more than two decades of experience, Doug is a technology and data leader at CGI who helps clients execute critical data-centric solutions, analytics and data engineering strategies, and AI initiatives. He has led high-impact transformations dri... Show more

Peter Ruiter

Peter Ruiter

I am a Principal Solution Architect and Microsoft CX CTO at Capgemini NL, a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, and technology services.

With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, I have a strong passion for creating simple solutions for complex problems, using my expertise in generative AI, Power Platform, and cloud technologies.

I helped numerous clients across various sectors improve their operational efficiency, customer experience, and business outcomes, by architecting, implementing, and delivering innovative and scalable solutions.

As a Microsoft MVP, FTRSA, Certified Trainer and a speaker at various events, I also enjoy sharing my knowledge and insights with my colleagues, partners, and the wider community, inspiring them to embrace the power of digital transformation and innovation.

I am a Principal Solution Architect and Microsoft CX CTO at Capgemini NL, a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, and technology services. With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, I have a strong passion for creating sim... Show more

Florian Kleinz

Florian Kleinz

Hi my name is Florian also known as Power Doc.
I am Directing Manager and Co-founder AIdvocates Consulting, a company dedicated to provide business solutions using Microsofts Power Platform and beyond.
We see ourselves as catalysts for Microsoft Power Platform including Power BI. As originally rooted in Controlling I do have more business background rather than IT background.
This results in more practical instead of technical approaches. This also results in a high affinity with Power BI.
To improve processes I also is trained in using UiPath RPA software. This knowledge will now be applied in using Microsoft Power Automate Desktop for further RPA development.

Hi my name is Florian also known as Power Doc. I am Directing Manager and Co-founder AIdvocates Consulting, a company dedicated to provide business solutions using Microsofts Power Platform and beyond. We see ourselves as catalysts for Microsoft P... Show more

Alejandro Araujo Rajzner

Alejandro Araujo Rajzner

Alejandro Araujo Rajzner is a Telecommunications Engineer, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Azure AI Architect who has spent the last several years doing one thing: making AI actually work in the real world — securely, responsibly, and at scale.
He coaches Microsoft employees and top global partners on data, AI, and Copilot at L200 through L400 in collaboration with lab providers including Technofocus, Skillable, and Spektra Labs. He has presented at the Microsoft AI Tour, the North America MCT Summit in Redmond, and community events across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
He is also the founder of GDO Health GmbH, a Swiss health tech startup using privacy-preserving generative AI to expand mental health access for Spanish-speaking populations — built with clinical partners, Swiss data residency, and zero tolerance for shortcuts.
His current obsession: helping organizations move from AI experimentation to agent-first operating models that hold up under scrutiny. He serves on the AI Certs Advisory Board and spends a lot of time thinking about who is liable when the agent gets it wrong.

Alejandro Araujo Rajzner is a Telecommunications Engineer, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Azure AI Architect who has spent the last several years doing one thing: making AI actually work in the real world — securely, responsibly, and at scale. He ... Show more

Rakia Finley

Rakia Finley

Rakia Finley works at the point where technology, operating reality, and executive decision-making meet. As a technology strategist and enterprise readiness advisor with Copper & Vine Studio, Rakia helps technical founders, product leaders, and mission-led organizations determine whether a promising system is truly ready to deploy, govern, and scale.

Rakia’s work connects the decisions that are often separated: product and architecture, data and measurement, governance and ownership, automation and human judgment, and growth and unit economics. The result is not another strategy document. It is a decision structure leaders can use to choose what to build, what to stop, what evidence is missing, who owns the next action, and what must change before implementation.

On stage, Rakia teaches practical readiness gates for trustworthy AI, automation, product launches, and evidence-based governance. The through line is simple: working technology is only the beginning. Readiness is what makes it usable, explainable, accountable, and commercially durable.

As the Founder and CEO of Copper & Vine Studio, she advises startups, enterprises, public-sector organizations, and emerging leaders on how to responsibly scale technology, build resilient operating systems, and prepare institutions for the next era of AI-enabled business and society.

Her work focuses on translating complex innovation into practical implementation; helping organizations move from fragmented experimentation into scalable systems, governance frameworks, operational clarity, and measurable growth. She is especially known for her ability to bridge executive strategy, emerging technology, security, human behavior, and organizational design into conversations that are both visionary and deeply actionable.

Rakia Finley works at the point where technology, operating reality, and executive decision-making meet. As a technology strategist and enterprise readiness advisor with Copper & Vine Studio, Rakia helps technical founders, product leaders, and missi... Show more

Holger Imbery

Holger Imbery

Holger Imbery is a Principal Architect at NTT DATA, based in Berlin, Germany. He specializes in enterprise AI, Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and intelligent automation, helping organizations harness emerging technologies to drive business transformation.

With extensive experience in enterprise architecture and large-scale solution delivery, Holger advises organizations on the design and implementation of AI-powered business solutions that improve operational efficiency, enhance customer engagement, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

His expertise spans agentic AI, Microsoft cloud technologies, governance, and enterprise-scale adoption strategies. He works closely with business and technology leaders to transform innovative concepts into secure, scalable, and production-ready solutions that create lasting value.

Holger is a frequent speaker at international conferences and industry events, where he shares practical insights on AI, enterprise architecture, and the future of intelligent business applications.

Holger Imbery is a Principal Architect at NTT DATA, based in Berlin, Germany. He specializes in enterprise AI, Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and intelligent automation, helping organizations harness emerging technologies to ... Show more

Dennis Nerush

Dennis Nerush

Dennis Nerush is the VP of AI at Elementor, where he leads the company's AI strategy and guides teams through the integration of GenAI technologies that enhance productivity while preserving human creativity and accountability.

With over 15 years of experience as a developer, manager, director, and adviser across multiple tech companies and startups, Dennis has dedicated his career to building people-first cultures rooted in continuous learning, curiosity, and growth. He believes that when individuals thrive, teams and businesses flourish, a philosophy that has guided him in founding dozens of teams and mentoring over 100 managers.

Dennis is a seasoned public speaker and writer who shares his insights on AI integration, leadership, and team performance at international conferences. He's passionate about helping leaders develop the skills and confidence to excel in a world where human leadership and AI collaboration go hand in hand.

In his free time, Dennis loves cooking and spending time with his kids. His main goal is to help people reach the next level.

Dennis Nerush is the VP of AI at Elementor, where he leads the company's AI strategy and guides teams through the integration of GenAI technologies that enhance productivity while preserving human creativity and accountability. With over 15 years ... Show more

Sahithya B A

Sahithya B A

Sahithya B A is an Agentic AI Product Engineer, International Tech Speaker, Community Builder and Content Creator, working at the intersection of intelligent systems, software engineering and emerging technologies.

She has delivered talks at multiple national and international technology conferences and developer platforms, including Google DevFest, TechxConf and SheBuilds, engaging diverse technical audiences with practical insights into evolving technology landscapes and engineering innovations.

An award-winning Amazon bestselling author, she has authored six solo books and co-authored over 25 books. She is also the Founder and Chief Editor of Logic Soul Lens, a publication exploring the human dimensions of business, communication, leadership and technology.

With a passion for technical storytelling, knowledge sharing and community building, Sahithya brings together engineering expertise, authorial experience and a global perspective to inspire conversations around the technologies shaping tomorrow.

Sahithya B A is an Agentic AI Product Engineer, International Tech Speaker, Community Builder and Content Creator, working at the intersection of intelligent systems, software engineering and emerging technologies. She has delivered talks at multi... Show more

Luis Majano

Luis Majano

Luis Majano is a computer engineer, published author, and the founder and CEO of Ortus Solutions, Corp (www.ortussolutions.com), a consulting firm specializing in architecture, web development, and professional open source.

He has been designing software architecture since the year 2000, and he loves mentoring developers so they can succeed with sustainable software practices.

Luis created BoxLang, a modern dynamic JVM language with 100% Java interoperability, along with ColdBox HMVC, ContentBox, TestBox, CommandBox, RuleBox, and hundreds of other open-source projects. He speaks regularly at international conferences, and you can read his blog at www.luismajano.com.

Luis Majano is a computer engineer, published author, and the founder and CEO of Ortus Solutions, Corp (www.ortussolutions.com), a consulting firm specializing in architecture, web development, and professional open source. He has been designing s... Show more

Allessandria Polizzi

Allessandria Polizzi

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

Tomislav Bronzin

Tomislav Bronzin

Tomislav Bronzin is one of only 165 Microsoft Regional Directors worldwide and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (M365). He is the founder and CEO of CITUS, a Microsoft partner company specializing in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and modern workplace solutions. As an innovator, he has received 120+ international innovation awards and holds six patents in AI, mixed reality, and cloud technologies.

With over 25 years of experience, Tomislav has worked on global and EU projects across 40+ countries, advising governments, IT associations, company boards, and development teams. He helps organizations turn technological innovation into strategic advantage, measurable business outcomes, and sustainable change.

Tomislav focuses on AI as a catalyst for enhancing human potential—improving decision‑making, productivity, and collaboration. He is an expert in AI strategy and adoption, particularly through Microsoft 365, Copilot, Power Platform, and Azure.

His involvement in the IT and business community has accelerated the digital growth of organizations across Europe. As a Vice President of the IT Association of the Croatian Chamber of Commerce, he represents the business community and, as a member of the National Council for Digital Transformation of the Republic of Croatia, promotes influential digital initiatives.

Tomislav is a frequent speaker at international conferences, a Senior Lecturer at Algebra Bernays University, author of 40+ research papers, and a member of the National Human Resources Council of the Republic of Croatia.

Tomislav Bronzin is one of only 165 Microsoft Regional Directors worldwide and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (M365). He is the founder and CEO of CITUS, a Microsoft partner company specializing in digital transformation, artificial intellige... Show more

Ville Gullstrand

Ville Gullstrand

I inspire people to embrace the potential of today!

This is what it means to me, broken down word by word.

Inspire - This is the method I trust and believe in. By inspire first (the why), I'm confident people will find instructions after (the how).
People - I don't work with organizations. I work with people! We should listen to hear, not to be able to respond.
To embrace - For you to be fully motivated, I want you to drive your practice from within. For your own reasons. That's why it's important that you embrace.
The potential - This could be so many things! Productive ways of work, applications, methods and much more. I want you to reach your highest potential and be the best you.
Of today - Whatever potential is available, I want you to be inspired to embrace it. In an evergreen world, everything constantly changes. This keeps me on my toes and keeps you informed on the latest and greatest.

Blog: https://villezekeviking.com

I inspire people to embrace the potential of today! This is what it means to me, broken down word by word. Inspire - This is the method I trust and believe in. By inspire first (the why), I'm confident people will find instructions after (the h... Show more

Aarno Aukia

Aarno Aukia

Aarno is a co-founder and partner of VSHN - The DevOps Company in Zürich, Switzerland. He has been working on DevOps and Platform engineering using Kubernetes and open-source software for over ten years.

Aarno is a co-founder and partner of VSHN - The DevOps Company in Zürich, Switzerland. He has been working on DevOps and Platform engineering using Kubernetes and open-source software for over ten years. Show more

Miroslav Panevski

Miroslav Panevski

Miroslav Panevski is a seasoned PMP-certified project manager specializing in large-scale ERP projects and program implementations. Renowned for his adaptability, leadership, and problem-solving skills, Miroslav has successfully led ERP implementations and Agile transformations, managed large teams, and recovered complex projects across various industries for over 16 years.
Miroslav's approach is characterized by his commitment to delivering value, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex project landscapes with ease. His expertise spans Traditional project management, Agile methodologies, Dynamics 365, and more, making him a versatile and highly skilled professional.
In every project he undertakes, Miroslav brings a blend of strategic planning, meticulous organization, and a genuine passion for delivering value. His story is one of dedication, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to excellence in project management.

Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/miroslavpanevski/

Miroslav Panevski is a seasoned PMP-certified project manager specializing in large-scale ERP projects and program implementations. Renowned for his adaptability, leadership, and problem-solving skills, Miroslav has successfully led ERP implementatio... Show more

Irene Anggreeni

Irene Anggreeni

Irene Anggreeni is a TEDx speaker, mental fitness coach and strategic consultant, known for her dedication in empowering leaders and their teams towards sustainable success.

A lifelong learner, she graduated PhD in Industrial Design Engineering and clinical Master in Dance Movement Therapy before becoming a coach.

She brings a unique blend of analytical and creative approaches to leadership development. Originally from Indonesia, Irene now calls Rotterdam home, where she lives with her husband and their cat.

In her free time, she enjoys Argentinian tango and swimming. She's also a passionate Toastmaster, where she keeps honing her public speaking and storytelling skills.

Irene Anggreeni is a TEDx speaker, mental fitness coach and strategic consultant, known for her dedication in empowering leaders and their teams towards sustainable success. A lifelong learner, she graduated PhD in Industrial Design Engineering a... Show more

Gant Laborde

Gant Laborde

Gant Laborde is a New Orleans native, born and raised. He grew up with hurricanes (not the drink), rich New Orleans culture, and as a free tour guide for all his out-of-state friends. Over the years, he’s seen his city experience corruption, flooding, heartbreak, and most importantly, revived determination. “New Orleans doesn’t know how to quit,” Gant says, “that’s why I love it.” Gant firmly believes conflict abets passion; a fire always moves fastest uphill.


As President of the popular company Infinite Red, Gant works remotely from his home and uses his self-managed autonomy to explore a variety of leadership arts. Besides managing the all-remote team from around the world, Gant has become a published author, adjunct professor, volunteer mentor, and a speaker at conferences worldwide.


Each day, Gant refines what motivation and leadership mean as he strives to bridge the gap between theory and the concrete. He voraciously consumes self-help books and online lectures, incorporating them into his everyday practice. Personal enthusiasm and motivation to lead projects, workshops, and teams are the bedrock of success. He refines these skills as often as possible at his local Toastmasters clubs, where he serves as Division Director.

Gant Laborde is a New Orleans native, born and raised. He grew up with hurricanes (not the drink), rich New Orleans culture, and as a free tour guide for all his out-of-state friends. Over the years, he’s seen his city experience corruption, floodi... Show more

Jemiah Sius

Jemiah Sius

I am a Full-stack Engineer turned DevRel Engineer at New Relic. With a background in software engineering and marketing direction, my experience involves: designing and developing user interfaces, addressing customer/client pain points, marketing automation, and community development.

I am a Full-stack Engineer turned DevRel Engineer at New Relic. With a background in software engineering and marketing direction, my experience involves: designing and developing user interfaces, addressing customer/client pain points, marketing aut... Show more

Jacqui Read

Jacqui Read

Jacqui Read is an internationally-recognised architect, and author of Communication Patterns: A Guide for Developers and Architects. She works across the public and private sector at Made Tech, helping customers to architect systems and determine direction in complex environments. Jacqui is a keynote speaker at international conferences, covering topics such as software design, architecture practices, and technical communication. 

Her professional interests include collaborative modelling, knowledge management, Domain-Driven Design, sociotechnical architecture, and modernising enterprise architecture practices. Her personal website is https://jacquiread.com.

Jacqui Read is an internationally-recognised architect, and author of Communication Patterns: A Guide for Developers and Architects. She works across the public and private sector at Made Tech, helping customers to architect systems and determine dir... Show more

Moeez Khan

Moeez Khan

Moeez, a first-generation learner from a small Asian village, has built a dynamic, multidisciplinary journey through technology, education, and leadership, beginning with a pursuit of Physics.

Currently, Moeez is building AWS Transform, the first-ever Agentic AI service focused on transforming .NET, mainframe, and VMware workloads. This work centers on accelerating enterprise modernization across full-stack Windows, mainframe, and VMware systems, alongside enabling custom transformations of APIs, codebases, frameworks, and more.

Aside from technical responsibilities, Moeez actively participates in international hackathons, public speaking on Agentic AI and enterprise modernization, and mentors junior engineers, finding fulfillment in guiding their career paths. Moeez also champions the mantra of networking, embracing failures, and inclusion, advocating for greater impartiality within the tech industry. Through these efforts, Moeez positions himself not only as a technical contributor but also as a catalyst for meaningful and lasting change.

[Disclaimer: The opinions shared in Moeez's talks are solely his own and do not reflect those of his current or past employers, nor do they convey any confidential information.]

Moeez, a first-generation learner from a small Asian village, has built a dynamic, multidisciplinary journey through technology, education, and leadership, beginning with a pursuit of Physics. Currently, Moeez is building AWS Transform, the first-... Show more

Megha Hooli

Megha Hooli

Megha Hooli is a Senior Program Manager at Amazon and a technology leader with 10+ years of experience building and scaling products and programs across AI, retail, healthcare, and enterprise technology.

Her work focuses on turning emerging technologies into practical, measurable outcomes—from AI-driven automation and intelligent customer experiences to enterprise AI adoption and Agentic AI. At Amazon, Megha leads global initiatives within Worldwide Customer Service, partnering across product, engineering, analytics, finance, and business teams to solve complex customer experience challenges at scale.
Before Amazon, Megha held product and technology roles across Cognizant, ACCELQ, Emerson Digital, and Accenture, working on healthcare platforms, AI-powered test automation, industrial systems, and digital transformation.
Beyond her industry work, Megha is an active speaker, author, and technology community contributor. She speaks about Agentic AI, responsible AI, AI-powered product strategy, cybersecurity, personalization, and the practical realities of taking AI from experimentation to enterprise-scale adoption.
Megha holds an M.S. in Business Analytics from The University of Texas at Dallas and a B.E. in Telecommunication Engineering.

Megha Hooli is a Senior Program Manager at Amazon and a technology leader with 10+ years of experience building and scaling products and programs across AI, retail, healthcare, and enterprise technology. Her work focuses on turning emerging techno... Show more

Samantha St-Louis (Allegrini)

Samantha St-Louis (Allegrini)

Samantha St-Louis is an AI Engineer & Architect whom occupies Leadership & Executive AI Strategy roles while being an international speaker.

A Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer, Samantha is recognized for making complex AI concepts accessible to both business leaders and technologists. Her sessions challenge conventional thinking, replace hype with practical frameworks, and leave audiences with strategies they can immediately apply inside their organizations.

She specializing in helping organizations move from isolated AI experiments to scalable, enterprise-wide AI capabilities. Her work spans enterprise architecture, agentic AI, governance, multi-agent orchestration, and AI transformation strategy.

Known for bridging the gap between executive strategy and technical implementation, Samantha combines deep technical expertise with a practical business perspective developed through leading enterprise AI initiatives for global organizations. She is the creator of the AI Operating Model and Neuromodular AI Architecture frameworks, helping organizations scale AI without creating technical debt or AI sprawl.

Samantha St-Louis is an AI Engineer & Architect whom occupies Leadership & Executive AI Strategy roles while being an international speaker. A Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer, Samantha is recognized for making complex AI concepts acc... Show more

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