Business & Management

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

Evgeniya Alekseeva

Evgeniya Alekseeva

Data governance and master data management practitioner with 8+ years of experience across global organizations including adidas, Daikin and Aliaxis. I've worked across product and customer data domains, designing governance frameworks and operating models, improving data quality, and driving adoption through clear ownership and accountability. My expertise includes data governance, master data management, process optimization, and organizational change. I enjoy translating governance concepts into practical approaches that people can adopt and sustain.

Data governance and master data management practitioner with 8+ years of experience across global organizations including adidas, Daikin and Aliaxis. I've worked across product and customer data domains, designing governance frameworks and operating ... Show more

Lauren Achterberch

Lauren Achterberch

Lauren X Lou La Achterberch is a Certified AI Consultant, Certified AI Agent Builder, speaker, trainer, and Systems & Automation Strategist dedicated to helping organizations turn artificial intelligence into practical, human-centered solutions.

She is the Founder & CEO of LXLL Integrated Intelligence, Inc., a Human + AI systems company specializing in AI strategy, consulting, workflow automation, agent development, workforce readiness, and organizational transformation. She also leads Premier Pinnacle Partners™, bringing more than 12 years of entrepreneurial and operational experience to her work.

Through LXLL AI Academy, the education and professional development division of LXLL Integrated Intelligence, Lauren delivers practical AI education, workshops, webinars, and workforce training. LXLL Integrated Intelligence is an Approved CPD Provider through The CPD Group, supporting its commitment to structured professional learning and development.

Known for her philosophy, Alignment Before Automation, Lauren emphasizes that successful AI adoption begins with people, purpose, clear processes, and human accountability.

Her signature teaching methodology, Watch It. Work It. Run It. Grow It.™, helps participants move beyond understanding AI to applying it confidently in real-world environments.

As a speaker and trainer, Lauren equips business leaders, HR professionals, entrepreneurs, and organizations to strengthen workforce capabilities, implement responsible AI systems, and lead effectively in an increasingly AI-powered world.

Her guiding principle is simple: AI can perform the work. It cannot inherit accountability.

Website: www.LaurenXLouLa.com

Lauren X Lou La Achterberch is a Certified AI Consultant, Certified AI Agent Builder, speaker, trainer, and Systems & Automation Strategist dedicated to helping organizations turn artificial intelligence into practical, human-centered solutions. S... Show more

Varun Poladiya

Varun Poladiya

Varun Poladiya is a tech marketer with 12+ years of experience across AdTech, EdTech, IT and AI. He started his career as an intern at Google, then worked at Media.net (Directi) helping publishers like Ookla Speedtest, MSN, VentureBeat, Reuters and others to increase their revenue from ad inventory, co-founded EduTronics and taught coding and robotics to 4000+ students and educators across India, Malaysia, Singapore and UAE and then joined navan.ai to lead marketing for AI products and solutions. He has taught vision AI development to 1500+ students and developers across India, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam.

He has recently founded FIRE with Founders where he helps B2B tech companies to build distribution as a moat. He is also one of the organizers at GDG Cloud Rajkot.

Contact: +918655482220 / varun@firewithfounders.com

Varun Poladiya is a tech marketer with 12+ years of experience across AdTech, EdTech, IT and AI. He started his career as an intern at Google, then worked at Media.net (Directi) helping publishers like Ookla Speedtest, MSN, VentureBeat, Reuters and o... Show more

Viren Meghani

Viren Meghani

Viren Meghani is a Technical Architect with over a decade of experience governing high-criticality AI systems, enterprise banking infrastructure, and regulatory technology at one of the top ten US financial institutions. He is the originator of five applied research frameworks including the SAGE-Cloud autonomous AI governance framework, the Regulatory Impact Propagation Model, and the Latent Systemic Fragility model, each developed through direct engagement with production banking environments.

His peer-reviewed research has been accepted at IEEE ICIMIA 2026, ICCDS 2026, IC2NC 2026, and I-SMAC 2026. He has published in Techstrong IT and FECSIT journal, and his expert commentary has been cited in CIO.com and AOL.com. He delivered an Invited Distinguished Lecture at Pace University's Seidenberg School of Computer Science and has been featured as a broadcast expert on Future Intelligence for Resonance FM.

He speaks on AI agent governance, operational resilience architecture, regulatory change impact analysis, compliance engineering, and the governance of AI systems in regulated financial environments.

Viren Meghani is a Technical Architect with over a decade of experience governing high-criticality AI systems, enterprise banking infrastructure, and regulatory technology at one of the top ten US financial institutions. He is the originator of five ... Show more

Dr. Darrin "Boomer" Williams

Dr. Darrin "Boomer" Williams

Dr. Darrin “Boomer” Williams is an international professional basketball champion, entrepreneur, Human Resources leader, bestselling author, and keynote speaker dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through leadership, resilience, and personal development.

A native of Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Williams built an international athletic career spanning 10 professional seasons across Europe, South America, and the United States. A two-time Italian League Champion and former Kosovo All-Star, he developed a unique understanding of high-performance environments, cross-cultural leadership, teamwork, and overcoming adversity.

Beyond professional athletics, Dr. Williams has established himself as an entrepreneur and organizational leader. As the founder of Ambassy International and Ambassy Cares Foundation, he has created initiatives supporting international athlete development, mentorship, education, and professional opportunities.

His experience in Human Resources leadership within the education sector further strengthens his expertise in talent development, employee engagement, organizational culture, and workforce effectiveness.

Dr. Williams holds a bachelor's degree in Communications from Loyola University Chicago and graduate qualifications in Business Administration and Human Resources. He is also pursuing doctoral studies in International Business.

As a professional speaker, he delivers engaging keynotes and interactive workshops addressing leadership development, business growth, workplace wellness, emotional resilience, personal branding, and high-performing teams.

Combining championship-level experience with practical business insights and inspirational storytelling, Dr. Williams equips audiences with actionable strategies to overcome challenges, strengthen relationships, and achieve sustainable success.

**His guiding message: True championship success begins with personal growth, disciplined action, and the commitment to add value to others.**

Dr. Darrin “Boomer” Williams is an international professional basketball champion, entrepreneur, Human Resources leader, bestselling author, and keynote speaker dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through leadership, resilience, and... Show more

Mou Rakshit

Mou Rakshit

Mou Rakshit is a Senior Manager of Data, AI & Analytics Engineering at Accenture/Avanade and a Principal Data & AI Solution Architect specializing in building modern, unified, AI-ready data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks. She leads enterprise-scale data strategy and platform architecture initiatives that enable organizations to move from fragmented analytics environments to governed, high-performance lakehouse ecosystems.

Her work focuses on designing scalable medallion architectures, implementing robust governance models, enabling real-time intelligence, and operationalizing AI and advanced analytics across the enterprise. Mou bridges executive strategy with hands-on technical execution, ensuring that modern data platforms are production-ready, resilient, and aligned to business outcomes.

She holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Wayne State University and a Master’s in Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan.

A Databricks Champion and frequent industry speaker, Mou shares practical frameworks and real-world lessons on architecting unified data foundations that power AI at scale.
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Mou Rakshit is a Senior Manager of Data, AI & Analytics Engineering at Accenture/Avanade and a Principal Data & AI Solution Architect specializing in building modern, unified, AI-ready data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks. She leads e... Show more

Sam Cranford

Sam Cranford

Long-time agile jiggler, eXtreme programmer and agile catalyst. Conference organizer and speaker. Amateur bon vivant. Passionate creator and consumer of hot sauces. Natural food crafter Bilingual EN/FR - fr_US

Long-time agile jiggler, eXtreme programmer and agile catalyst. Conference organizer and speaker. Amateur bon vivant. Passionate creator and consumer of hot sauces. Natural food crafter Bilingual EN/FR - fr_US Show more

Ugne Fink

Ugne Fink

Founder of Firm&Fair, international negotiation agency

Ugne Fink-Jensen is an international business negotiator, tech counsel, and speaker with more than 15 years of experience. She has worked across both SMEs and multibillion-dollar conglomerates, consistently operating at the intersection of technology, business, and law, including as Lead Negotiator on complex tech and digital transformation initiatives.

Today, she supports businesses in navigating strategic deals and strengthening their governance capabilities, with a focus on negotiation excellence, responsible AI, and the advantage of human skills in a technology-driven world. In addition, Ugne works closely across the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem, supporting partners and contributing to Microsoft-led initiatives such as BC Talent.

Founder of Firm&Fair, international negotiation agency Ugne Fink-Jensen is an international business negotiator, tech counsel, and speaker with more than 15 years of experience. She has worked across both SMEs and multibillion-dollar conglomerates... Show more

Jon Peck

Jon Peck

Jon Peck is a developer, architect, and advocate with 25+ years of industry experience. He currently leads product marketing at Evinced, focused on accessibility tooling that fits into modern dev workflows rather than fighting them. Previously, he spent nearly six years at GitHub, where he built out the Enterprise Advocacy team in the Americas and worked with everyone from solo maintainers to F500 executives on DevOps, AI adoption, and developer productivity. He's a regular speaker at developer and engineering-leadership conferences, including Google Cloud Next, DeveloperWeek, OSCON, GitHub Galaxy, Nordic APIs, and ODSC. He aims to make technical concepts digestible at every level, from individual contributors to the boardroom.

Jon Peck is a developer, architect, and advocate with 25+ years of industry experience. He currently leads product marketing at Evinced, focused on accessibility tooling that fits into modern dev workflows rather than fighting them. Previously, he sp... Show more

Jerome Schulte

Jerome Schulte

Jerome Schulte is the founder of Softwarehof, an independent security consultancy, and works as an interim technology leader and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. Trained as a developer with roots in an open source company, he has spent the last years helping mid-sized organisations secure their infrastructure, and leading recovery after real cyberattacks. He speaks about security, crisis management, open source and AI, preferring honest stories over scare statistics.

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Jerome Schulte is the founder of Softwarehof, an independent security consultancy, and works as an interim technology leader and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. Trained as a developer with roots in an open source company, he has spent the last years helping ... Show more

Akash Chandra

Akash Chandra

Akash Chandra, Founder & CEO of InsightAI (FintechAI), brings over 10+ years of experience in industrial AI with a focus on financial analytics. An alumnus of IIT Kanpur and the University of Texas at Austin, Akash is recognized for his expertise in fintech, large data pipelines, and AI-based fraud detection. As a public speaker on AI/ML and Graph Databases, he has contributed significantly to the field. Akash has shown his leadership in startup environments using his innovative approach to leveraging advanced AI technologies.

Akash Chandra, Founder & CEO of InsightAI (FintechAI), brings over 10+ years of experience in industrial AI with a focus on financial analytics. An alumnus of IIT Kanpur and the University of Texas at Austin, Akash is recognized for his expertise in ... Show more

Josh Luedeman

Josh Luedeman

Josh Luedeman is a Principal Solution Architect and Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where he drives strategy and execution for data, analytics, cloud architecture, and governance at enterprise scale. With more than a decade of hands-on experience across application support, database administration, business intelligence, and cloud modernization, Josh helps organizations across industries—including higher education, consulting, manufacturing, and software development—design and migrate complex analytics workloads to Microsoft Azure with confidence and agility. A recognized voice in the data community, he regularly speaks at industry events such as Microsoft Ignite, Live! 360, PASS Summit, SQLSaturday, and other technical conferences, and co-hosts the technical series Tales from the Field, where he explores real-world patterns and best practices with peers. His work blends deep technical expertise with practical insights that empower teams to harness the full value of cloud-native data platforms, analytics, and governance in pursuit of measurable business outcomes.

Josh Luedeman is a Principal Solution Architect and Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where he drives strategy and execution for data, analytics, cloud architecture, and governance at enterprise scale. With more than a decade of hands-on experience... Show more

Joanne Lockwood

Joanne Lockwood

Joanne Lockwood is a renowned Keynote Speaker, Thought Leader, and authority on Inclusion & Belonging, with a unique journey from a successful career in IT/STEM to becoming a trusted expert in HR and People Consulting. Her approach combines deep professional expertise with personal lived experience, offering insights that are not only engaging but transformative for organisations looking to create truly inclusive cultures.
In addition to delivering powerful keynotes, Joanne writes for leading publications such as HRZone, The HRD, Training Zone, and Worklife PA. She also hosts the highly regarded “Inclusion Bites” podcast, where she explores vital conversations about improving the world and workplace for all.
Joanne’s credibility stems not only from her extensive knowledge but also from her life journey as a transgender woman. She embodies the principles of inclusivity and equity that she champions, making her a dynamic speaker who brings both empathy and authority to the stage. Joanne’s lived experience, combined with her professional insights, makes her a living testament to the power of embracing diversity and fostering cultures where people can thrive—not just survive—in the world of work.
Guided by her mantra of Smile | Engage | Educate, Joanne is dedicated to promoting #PositivePeopleExperiences, helping organisations move past performative engagement to develop actionable, inclusive strategies that drive real change

Joanne Lockwood is a renowned Keynote Speaker, Thought Leader, and authority on Inclusion & Belonging, with a unique journey from a successful career in IT/STEM to becoming a trusted expert in HR and People Consulting. Her approach combines deep prof... Show more

Nathan Platter

Nathan Platter

Nathan Platter (Lincoln, NE) builds decision-ready data and AI systems for growth leaders, with a focus on human-in-the-loop design in production and regulated ops. He recently spoke at brainstorm Denver (Sep 10, 2026) with a solo talk and live build. Next month he presents for DAMA Rocky Mountain Chapter at the University of Denver. Through SettleUp, LotBeacon, Marketplace Copilot, and agentic systems work, he designs tools that check themselves before a human signs off so operations run more like Iron Man than unchecked automation. His day-to-day is Principal, Analytics & AI | Revenue & GTM Intelligence: roadmaps, prioritization, and systems that leave an audit trail you can defend.

Nathan Platter (Lincoln, NE) builds decision-ready data and AI systems for growth leaders, with a focus on human-in-the-loop design in production and regulated ops. He recently spoke at brainstorm Denver (Sep 10, 2026) with a solo talk and live build... Show more

Maksym Stepanenko

Maksym Stepanenko

Maksym Stepanenko is a business consultant and strategist based in Ottawa, director of INNOVA CONSULT (Innova Consulting Group). He has spent 14 years in business consulting, law, digital marketing and finance, helping thousands of small and medium businesses in more than 50 countries enter new markets, choose a jurisdiction and tax structure, open bank accounts, register trademarks, close legal risks and find customers.

He trained as an economist, ran a legal firm in Kyiv for nine years and worked as a court-appointed insolvency practitioner. In 2013 he founded Marketing Mix, a marketing and web agency for small businesses in Ukraine and Canada.

His work with a client starts where the business loses money and time and ends with a system that runs without daily hands-on control. Work that used to take a team now partly runs on AI agents, which makes it faster and cheaper for clients. In 2026 his team was a top-10 finalist at Build North (Georgian, Toronto).

He co-founded the Ukrainian Community of Lanark County and speaks English, Ukrainian and Russian.

Maksym Stepanenko is a business consultant and strategist based in Ottawa, director of INNOVA CONSULT (Innova Consulting Group). He has spent 14 years in business consulting, law, digital marketing and finance, helping thousands of small and medium b... Show more

Olga Shpuntenko

Olga Shpuntenko

Olga Shpuntenko is an engineer by training who has spent twenty years building measurement systems for people inside technology companies. She currently leads people and AI adoption inside a distributed European technology group and runs Employee Rocks, an independent research practice on AI adoption measurement. She writes on how LLMs actually work for people who are not engineers and shares her practice openly with the professional community.

Olga Shpuntenko is an engineer by training who has spent twenty years building measurement systems for people inside technology companies. She currently leads people and AI adoption inside a distributed European technology group and runs Employee Roc... Show more

Zacharenia Atzitzikaki

Zacharenia Atzitzikaki

Zacharenia Atzitzikaki has almost 20 years of experience working in tech, with more than half of them focusing on product design and enterprise software. Previously a VP Design at Workable, she now works as a business coach, training her clients to become better leaders at The 10x Manager Academy.

Zacharenia Atzitzikaki has almost 20 years of experience working in tech, with more than half of them focusing on product design and enterprise software. Previously a VP Design at Workable, she now works as a business coach, training her clients to b... Show more

Manuel Gomez

Manuel Gomez

Manuel Gomez is a private investigator, civil rights advocate, and decorated military veteran with a professional background spanning intelligence operations, criminal justice, and investigative work. As the principal of Black Ops Private Investigators Inc., he uses the knowledge and discipline developed throughout his career to handle complex investigations. Since founding his firm in 2013, he has worked on criminal defense investigations, cold cases, and cases involving individuals seeking justice, including efforts that helped support the exoneration of more than 170 wrongfully accused people.

Manuel's investigative approach was influenced by his service as a U.S. Army Intelligence Officer with the 18th Airborne Corps. He served during Desert Storm (1991) and completed multiple high-threat deployments in Afghanistan (2003–2013). His duties included counterintelligence operations, intelligence collection, interrogations, protection of U.S. government locations, and Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE) missions. His experience in gathering battlefield evidence helped establish operational methods later used by military commands, international partners, and government agencies. He also earned specialized certifications in Counterterrorism and homeland security, as well as advanced credentials in electronic bug detection.

Manuel expanded his criminal justice experience by earning a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and joining the New York Police Department (NYPD) in 1998. After the September 11, 2001 attacks, he returned to active duty to support domestic training and counterintelligence defense operations before continuing his civilian career.

Through his investigative firm, Manuel provides services involving criminal defense investigations, surveillance, missing persons investigations, protection services, undercover operations, counterespionage, technical surveillance countermeasures, and background investigations. His work is guided by integrity, professionalism, and preparedness, while his firm also provides bilingual services in Spanish.

Manuel Gomez's career has been recognized through investigative media projects, podcasts, television appearances, radio interviews, and published coverage. He has also contributed to legislative advocacy efforts focused on justice reform and legal protections. He continues to lead his investigative practice, using his experience and commitment to help clients while supporting the pursuit of justice.

Manuel Gomez is a private investigator, civil rights advocate, and decorated military veteran with a professional background spanning intelligence operations, criminal justice, and investigative work. As the principal of Black Ops Private Investigato... Show more

Vin Mitty, PhD

Vin Mitty, PhD

Vin Mitty is a data and AI executive with a PhD in the field, researcher, and the author of the book, The AI Decision Map.

Drawing from 2 decades of technology leadership, PhD research, and executive interviews on his podcast, Mitty helps organizations and leaders transform AI into measurable business outcomes.

Vin Mitty is a data and AI executive with a PhD in the field, researcher, and the author of the book, The AI Decision Map. Drawing from 2 decades of technology leadership, PhD research, and executive interviews on his podcast, Mitty helps organiza... Show more

Sai Krishna Puli

Sai Krishna Puli

Sai K. Puli is an accomplished Technology Executive, Technical Program Manager, and Solution Architect with more than 20 years of experience leading enterprise-scale digital transformation initiatives. He has a proven track record of delivering innovative, high-impact technology solutions across Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Advanced Analytics, and Cybersecurity, enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, improve operational efficiency, and achieve strategic business outcomes.
As a Technical Program Manager, Sai leads multidisciplinary teams of cloud architects, AI/ML engineers, data scientists, and software professionals in designing and delivering next-generation technology solutions for leading global enterprises. His leadership spans the successful execution of complex, mission-critical programs that align business strategy with emerging technologies and drive measurable business value.

Sai holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Computer Science and Engineering and is a Project Management Professional (PMP®). He also holds certifications in Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals, cloud technologies, and other industry-recognized technology and project management disciplines. He is widely recognized for his expertise in Technology Leadership, Enterprise Solution Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, and Product Management. Through his strategic vision, technical excellence, and ability to lead high-performing teams, Sai continues to drive innovation and deliver scalable, future-ready solutions that help organizations succeed in an increasingly digital world.

Professional Memberships:
IETE Fellow Membership
Sigma XI Full Membership
IAEME Fellow Membership
SCRS Fellow Membership
ScienceDirect
East African Nature & Science Organization Journals
ORCID
Journal of Clinical Epidemiology
Editorial board membership - Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry (JPMC)
Member IEEE

Awards:
Multiple Prestigious awards include Titan Business Awards, Titan Innovation Awards
SCRS Fellow Award

Technical Program Committee Member and Reviewer:
Contributed to over 50 International Conferences as Technical Program Committee Member and Reviewer
Reviewed over 250 Scholarly Articles and Mentored researchers and Authors

Media:
Multiple Media Articles coverage including:
Medium.com
Analytics insight
Techbullion.com
IB Times

Published Articles in Google Scholar, ResearchGate, SSRN, IAEME, Scientific Research

Sai K. Puli is an accomplished Technology Executive, Technical Program Manager, and Solution Architect with more than 20 years of experience leading enterprise-scale digital transformation initiatives. He has a proven track record of delivering innov... Show more

Anushka Prasad

Anushka Prasad

Marketing and growth strategist with 5+ years of experience across product marketing, marketing analytics, and go-to-market strategy. She specializes in turning customer insights and complex data into strategies that drive measurable business growth.

Experienced in B2B, SaaS, AI, AdTech, and integrated marketing, where she has led go-to-market initiatives, analyzed multi-million-dollar campaigns, developed customer acquisition and retention strategies, and partnered with cross-functional teams across Product, Creative, Media, and Engineering.

With a background in marketing, business analytics, and economics, Anushka combines creative thinking with a highly analytical approach to decision-making. She is particularly passionate about understanding consumer behaviour, identifying growth opportunities, and building marketing strategies that connect strong brands with the right audiences.

Marketing and growth strategist with 5+ years of experience across product marketing, marketing analytics, and go-to-market strategy. She specializes in turning customer insights and complex data into strategies that drive measurable business growth.... Show more

Richard Essangabasi

Richard Essangabasi

Richard Essangabasi is a Speaker, Entrepreneur and Business Developer from Nigeria. With years of experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, media & entertainment, business development & sales, he builds businesses that solve real problems and helps other entrepreneurs do the same.

He has worked with global brands like Google, Ethereum, Base, Cowrywise, and more. He is the Co-Founder/CEO of Shard Network, a satellite-powered campus ISP with notable products like Soko, a campus marketplace for students to buy, sell & connect globally without boundaries, he is also the Founder of Campus Pitch Africa, Africa's biggest campus pitch show, and Convener of International Christian Leaders & Entrepreneurs Conference (iCLEC). Beyond these, he is building a conglomerate of ventures across fashion, media, finance, real estate and hospitality.

Beyond building, he runs webinars, mentors founders 1-on-1, and consults for African SMEs. His work is driven by one purpose, to build the next generation of wealthmakers for the kingdom of God. Therefore ensuring that all men become Apostles in the Marketplace, building, growing and financing the kingdom.

Richard Essangabasi is a Speaker, Entrepreneur and Business Developer from Nigeria. With years of experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, media & entertainment, business development & sales, he builds businesses that solve real problems and helps ... Show more

Lasse Nordvik Wedø

Lasse Nordvik Wedø

Lasse Nordvik Wedø is a Director in Cyber & Security at KPMG Norway with more than 25 years of experience helping organizations transform the way they work through technology. His areas of expertise include Microsoft 365 Copilot, artificial intelligence, modern work, information protection, cybersecurity, identity and access management, and digital workplace transformation.

Lasse advises organizations on how to adopt AI and Microsoft technologies securely, responsibly, and at scale. By combining deep technical expertise with strategic business insight, he helps customers establish the governance, security, and operating models needed to realize lasting value from AI and modern workplace investments.

A 12-time Microsoft MVP, Lasse is recognized by Microsoft for his technical expertise, community contributions, and thought leadership in Microsoft 365 and Copilot technologies. He is an international speaker, blogger, community organizer, and co-author of the book Lync Server Cookbook published by Packt Publishing.

In 2026, Lasse added self-published author to his achievements with the release of The Frontier Firm: From Clarity to Capability, a practical guide for leaders and organizations seeking to move beyond AI experimentation and build the capabilities required to thrive in the age of AI.

Passionate about technology, innovation, and knowledge sharing, Lasse continues to help organizations navigate the intersection of AI, security, and business transformation while contributing to the broader technology community.

Lasse Nordvik Wedø is a Director in Cyber & Security at KPMG Norway with more than 25 years of experience helping organizations transform the way they work through technology. His areas of expertise include Microsoft 365 Copilot, artificial intellige... Show more

Scott Showalter

Scott Showalter

Scott has a passion for helping people design, grow and automate their products and their lives so that they can focus on what's truly important and have a greater impact on this planet.

By day, he coaches leaders and teams on product growth at Ford, by night he coaches IT professionals and entrepreneurs on income growth and career advancement, and on the weekends he has been known to perform laugh-out-loud stand-up comedy.

Scott's dynamic presentation style delivers learning in many ways for many different types of learners, and he threads humor throughout his sessions to help drive every point home and make each one memorable.

When he's not busy helping people level up their careers or helping teams and leaders build world-changing products, he can be found building multiple businesses and streams of income both inside and outside tech. But more likely he's actually playing Lego.

Scott has a passion for helping people design, grow and automate their products and their lives so that they can focus on what's truly important and have a greater impact on this planet. By day, he coaches leaders and teams on product growth at Fo... Show more

David Schneider

David Schneider

Enthusiastic about technology, passionate about growing, inspiring and leading technical teams, getting-things-done-mentality and problem solving skills. Specialized in Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Azure and SharePoint. Currently working as CTO for isolutions - a leading Microsoft partner in Switzerland - and in charge of setting up the delivery center in Barcelona. Awarded as Microsoft MVP since 2015 and as a Microsoft Regional Director since 2020.

Together with the isolutions team, he is committed to making customers happy and successful every day. The focus is on a secure and sustainable integration of various Microsoft and third-party products.

He lives in Barcelona, but can also be met regularly in Switzerland. With pleasure he shares his secret tips for the best fondue.

Enthusiastic about technology, passionate about growing, inspiring and leading technical teams, getting-things-done-mentality and problem solving skills. Specialized in Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Azure and SharePoint. Cur... Show more

Haaron Gonzalez

Haaron Gonzalez

I hold a Bachelor of Computer Science with a specialization in networking and am certified as a Microsoft MCP, MCAD, and MCTS. I’ve also been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for 17 consecutive years.

I currently work as a Functional Consultant in the Digital Productivity Team within IT Solutions at Smurfit Westrock, supporting the Digital Workplace globally. My focus is on cloud productivity and digital workspace solutions, helping teams adopt Microsoft 365 tools in practical, scalable ways that improve collaboration and everyday work.

I hold a Bachelor of Computer Science with a specialization in networking and am certified as a Microsoft MCP, MCAD, and MCTS. I’ve also been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for 17 consecutive years. I currently work as a Functional Consultant in th... Show more

Matt Fenner

Matt Fenner

Matt Fenner is a finance and operations executive with more than 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and investors build scalable, high-value businesses. He currently serves as COO of Caplin Ventures, a Jacksonville, Florida investment firm managing 10 operating companies and 20+ passive investments across healthcare staffing, technology, engineering, and professional sports.

Matt is available to speak on topics including: M&A strategy and execution, financial management for growth-stage companies, building and exiting micro-cap businesses, private investment strategy, and operational leadership in diversified portfolios. He holds an MBA in Finance and a BBA in Accounting from the University of North Florida.

Matt Fenner is a finance and operations executive with more than 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and investors build scalable, high-value businesses. He currently serves as COO of Caplin Ventures, a Jacksonville, Florida investment firm ... Show more

Randy NG

Randy NG

Randy NG is an operations specialist who develops structured sports programs and manages compliant seafood import operations. Based in Flushing, NY, he combines hands-on experience in event coordination with a detailed understanding of international trade and regulatory standards. His work focuses on creating organized systems and automation frameworks that promote efficiency, clear communication, and reliable results in every area of his professional responsibilities.

He began his professional journey managing alum programming at his alma mater, where he planned and executed large-scale university events such as homecomings, award galas, themed dinners, and fireworks celebrations. These responsibilities gave him experience in logistics, scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and contingency planning. Through these early projects, he learned to manage multiple priorities precisely and build the foundation for process-driven operations that could adapt to change while maintaining consistency.

After his time in higher education, he transitioned into international sales within the health and wellness industry. He focused on market expansion across Asia, where he created regional strategies and tailored product messaging to comply with local regulations and meet customer preferences. This experience gave him a broader perspective on global operations, compliance management, and cross-cultural communication.

Over the years, he has been central in developing and managing event-related programs across multiple facilities. He works with instructors and staff to translate technical concepts into structured, easy-to-understand formats that enhance learning and participation. His approach involves building comprehensive event schedules, communication plans, and operational templates that maintain organization and efficiency. Each plan includes contingency structures to ensure smooth transitions and successful completion of programs under varying conditions.

He manages event operations with attention to fairness, communication, and transparency. By establishing structured leveling systems and integrating performance tracking, he ensures consistency across programs. He also uses digital booking tools, membership management, and scheduling to streamline communication between participants and staff. This combination of technology and structured management supports scalability and reliability.

Automation is a core element of his work. He utilizes tools such as Brevo (formerly Sendinblue), Zapier, Shopify, and Google Workspace to automate tasks like confirmations, reminders, surveys, and follow-up communications. For instance, a Shopify registration may trigger automated emails and updates that guide participants from enrollment to post-event review. This process reduces manual effort and ensures accurate, timely communication.

Beyond event management, he oversees seafood import operations, emphasizing compliance, traceability, and efficiency. His responsibilities include vendor selection, purchase order management, shipment tracking, customs clearance, and final delivery. He specializes in value-added shrimp products such as EZ-Peel, Peeled & Deveined (tail-on and tail-off), and 6×4-lb commercial pack styles. He ensures all products meet strict specifications regarding size, net weight, and packaging consistency.

He maintains detailed traceability records for every shipment, documenting origin and processing history to comply with food safety and import regulations. He collaborates with warehouse teams to manage temperature-controlled logistics and quality checks upon arrival. His processes align with Seafood HACCP and FDA import requirements, resulting in accurate and review-ready documentation for customs. He also works with licensed customs brokers to coordinate smooth shipment clearance and maintain compliance accuracy.

His marketing operations reflect the same structured, process-oriented approach. He manages digital platforms such as Instagram through organized content calendars, consistent branding, and real-time updates from events and shipments. His deliverables include reels, captions, and visual content that support brand credibility and engagement.

Randy NG is an operations specialist who develops structured sports programs and manages compliant seafood import operations. Based in Flushing, NY, he combines hands-on experience in event coordination with a detailed understanding of international ... Show more

Octavio Rodriguez

Octavio Rodriguez

I'm a passionate Modern Endpoint Architect with over 18 years of experience leading EUC transformation projects across Latin America. My role as Senior Desktop Engineer includes delivering technical showcases and resolving complex challenges to accelerate the adoption of Microsoft 365 + Devices solutions. I ensure that enterprise clients across LATAM are equipped with scalable, secure, and efficient digital workplace environments.

As a 13-time Microsoft MVP and LinkedIn Learning Instructor, I combine deep technical expertise with the ability to educate, inspire, and guide IT professionals. My work in technical enablement is marked by the creation of industry-standard content and hands-on training that empowers organizations to adopt and scale modern device strategies with confidence.

I'm a passionate Modern Endpoint Architect with over 18 years of experience leading EUC transformation projects across Latin America. My role as Senior Desktop Engineer includes delivering technical showcases and resolving complex challenges to accel... Show more

Hilda Enyioko

Hilda Enyioko

Hilda Enyioko is a software engineer, developer relations leader, and technology community builder shaping how emerging developers learn, connect, and create impact. She works at the intersection of financial technology, software engineering, and developer ecosystems.

She is a Women Techmakers Ambassador, affiliated with Technovation, and the former Community Lead for the Interswitch Developer Community at FUTO. She also served as Chapter Lead for She Code Africa Owerri, Co-Convener of Hack4FUTO 5.0. Her professional experience includes working with Stanbic IBTC Group across Applications & E-Channels Support and Solutions Development.

Through her community leadership, Hilda has delivered 30+ technical sessions, reached 400+ developers, and grown She Code Africa Owerri's membership by 34% in four months. Hack4FUTO's fifth edition recorded 1,600+ registrations, 500+ active builders, and over ₦4.5 million in prizes.

Her contributions to technology and community building earned her the Rising Star of the Decade Award 2026, presented by She Code Africa.

Hilda speaks on developer relations, community-led growth, technical leadership, and building ecosystems that turn access into opportunity.

Hilda Enyioko is a software engineer, developer relations leader, and technology community builder shaping how emerging developers learn, connect, and create impact. She works at the intersection of financial technology, software engineering, and dev... Show more

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