Samah Alafeef

Founder and CEO of Metanoia Training and Consulting

Project Management Professional and Regional Officer of the International Federation of Global and Green Information and Communication Technology (IFGICT).
Samah Alafeef a computer engineer brought a broad range of technical and data management skills to her extensive work experience. Samah holds a master's degree in Project Management Engineering and a diploma in Humanitarian Logistics and Supply chain. The combination of managerial and technical skills she has in both the Humanitarian and Commercial sectors enabled her to serve as a consultant in various aspects related to management and technology. Samah is a PMP® certified, Risk RMP ® certified, Agile ACP certified, certified Microsoft innovative educator, and certified green IT professional. She is coaching people and organizations to develop their professional images, being agile, and jump to a higher professional level.

Samah Alafeef Founder and CEO of Metanoia Training and Consulting Project Management Professional and Regional Officer of the International Federation of Global and Green Information and Communication Technology (IFGICT). Samah Alafeef a compu... Show more

Padre, agile coach, facilitador gráfico, amante de los juegos de mesa y en otra vida, desarrollador especializado en banca de inversión.

Los 2 primeros, definen el afán de evolución y aprendizaje, motor de una auto-motivación constante en cada reto que se me presenta.
Los 2 segundos, el alimento de mi curiosidad y ganas de pasármelo bien, haga lo que haga con la mirada en el proceso y no en el fin.
El último, el foco en el bien mayor, el gusto por el trabajo bien hecho y la cultura del trabajo duro para alcanzar un propósito común.

Tras 18 años de experiencia en consultoría, con clientes desde los extintos Banco Popular o Caja Madrid al Banco Santander o INSS, me siento profundamente ligado a la evolución de las personas, lo que me llevó a impartir talleres en diferentes ámbitos como en cliente final o en colegios, tanto con alumnos como con profesores, nutriéndome de diferentes maneras de enseñar y sobre todo, de aprender.

Padre, agile coach, facilitador gráfico, amante de los juegos de mesa y en otra vida, desarrollador especializado en banca de inversión. Los 2 primeros, definen el afán de evolución y aprendizaje, motor de una auto-motivación constante en cada ret... Show more

Licensed Barber Stylist, Former Marketing Manager, and Life Coach, Jessica Cockerham hails from the Blue Ridge Mountains in NC. Known as Jessica She Cutz her experience working closely with big named companies like the The NBA, PGA Tour and Jack Daniels brands allows her to bring her business expertise to the Hair industry.

Licensed Barber Stylist, Former Marketing Manager, and Life Coach, Jessica Cockerham hails from the Blue Ridge Mountains in NC. Known as Jessica She Cutz her experience working closely with big named companies like the The NBA, PGA Tour and Jack Dan... Show more

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transformation—with clear strategy, hands-on expertise, and a sharp focus on what really matters. His home base? techtask consulting, a boutique Swiss IT consultancy.

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transform... Show more

AI Scientist driving scalable retail modeling, causal inference, and supply chain decisions for Target's growing digital business. Previously, he was a Graduate student in AI at Duke with research stints at the Center for Advanced Hindsight and IBM Labs for their open source and pro bono initiatives.

AI Scientist driving scalable retail modeling, causal inference, and supply chain decisions for Target's growing digital business. Previously, he was a Graduate student in AI at Duke with research stints at the Center for Advanced Hindsight and IBM L... Show more

As a Senior Tech Manager at Oracle USA, I lead AI-powered Oracle product implementations, helping customers unlock tangible benefits through advanced supply chain solutions. With an APICS CSCP certification, I have mentored over 10+ supply chain professionals, guiding them through current industry trends and best practices. My academic foundation includes an M.Tech in Software Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur, which strengthens my ability to bridge research and practical applications. As an ASCM CSCP Fellow member, I actively contribute to industry discussions, staying at the forefront of AI-driven innovations in supply chain management. I am a dedicated researcher focused on optimizing supply chain operations using the latest AI and machine learning technologies. My work explores advanced predictive analytics, deep learning models, and AI-driven simulations to enhance efficiency, minimize disruptions, and drive intelligent decision-making in supply chain management.

As a Senior Tech Manager at Oracle USA, I lead AI-powered Oracle product implementations, helping customers unlock tangible benefits through advanced supply chain solutions. With an APICS CSCP certification, I have mentored over 10+ supply chain prof... Show more

Lee Harding is the founder of Proxytlity and a long-time distributed systems engineer and leader focused on serverless architectures and networking. He has spent years building systems that operate where traditional HTTP abstractions fall apart, and is particularly interested in how application-level design choices determine reliability as much as protocol selection.

Lee Harding is the founder of Proxytlity and a long-time distributed systems engineer and leader focused on serverless architectures and networking. He has spent years building systems that operate where traditional HTTP abstractions fall apart, and ... Show more

From Physics to People

Forget the stereotype of the physicist in corduroys; I thrive on working with people. Physics taught me systems thinking, and humans are the most complex systems of all.

Fifteen years ago in Japan, my mentor taught me the concept of "Paying Forward"—passing value to the next person rather than paying it back. After a career spanning global leadership roles, deep dives into Agile and Lean, and managing the transformation of 30+ production sites, it is time to pay it forward.

I see a disconnect: firms stuck in Agile/Lean transformations because production lacks flexibility, or efficient factories slowed down by sluggish R&D. Above all, I see leaders struggling with growing complexity.

My expertise sits in the "magic triangle" of Agile, Lean, and Leadership. Trusted by industry leaders like SBB or SAP, I help leaders and organizations navigate their specific growth journeys.

Offline: I’m a tennis club chairman, athlete, Heavy Metal enthusiast, father and reader of epic fantasy.

From Physics to People Forget the stereotype of the physicist in corduroys; I thrive on working with people. Physics taught me systems thinking, and humans are the most complex systems of all. Fifteen years ago in Japan, my mentor taught me the... Show more

Vadim discovered his passion for business analysis at the intersection of his training as psychologist and his deep interest in information technology. With years of business and IT experience in his backpack, he now focusses on training & coaching best practices to the analysts at Colruyt Group IT, and on building a thriving BA community where knowledge sharing is second nature.

Vadim discovered his passion for business analysis at the intersection of his training as psychologist and his deep interest in information technology. With years of business and IT experience in his backpack, he now focusses on training & coaching b... Show more

I unite good humans and great ideas to drive inspiration, innovation, and transformation | Plenty of experience across various industries | Mobilizing bodies & minds

I unite good humans and great ideas to drive inspiration, innovation, and transformation | Plenty of experience across various industries | Mobilizing bodies & minds Show more

KASIM SEN is an experienced Project Management Office Manager who has worked the last 17 years of his 27-year career in project management. He has experience particularly in defense industry and space systems.
He has been working as Defense R&D Projects Program Manager at KAREL Electronics Inc. He managed more than 20 military communication system projects during the design, development, testing, and production phases. The systems he developed are still actively used by the Turkish Armed Forces and abroad.
He worked as a manager in the Project Management Office under the Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc. Space Systems Deputy General Manager, playing a critical role in managing equipment projects for satellite programs. During this period, he successfully managed million-dollar level projects such as Central Satellite Computer, Platform Interface Unit, and Power Control and Distribution Unit.
Areas of Expertise:
• Establishing and managing Project Management Office (PMO)
• Space systems and defense industry projects
• Program and portfolio management
• CMMI standards
• Team management and leadership
He is also an active blogger sharing his experiences in project management, mentoring young engineers, and participating in volunteer activities at the Turkish Project Management Association.

KASIM SEN is an experienced Project Management Office Manager who has worked the last 17 years of his 27-year career in project management. He has experience particularly in defense industry and space systems. He has been working as Defense R&D Pro... Show more

Lisa Glenn is a Business Architect and IT Integration Consultant who helps operations‑intensive organizations de‑risk major tech initiatives by diagnosing how work actually happens across people, systems, handoffs, and data. With 20+ years of experience consulting at companies like Alaska Airlines, Starbucks, T‑Mobile, and Microsoft, she specializes in end‑to‑end process discovery, launch readiness, and in‑flight project recovery, giving leaders clear, practical roadmaps before problems become expensive.

Lisa Glenn is a Business Architect and IT Integration Consultant who helps operations‑intensive organizations de‑risk major tech initiatives by diagnosing how work actually happens across people, systems, handoffs, and data. With 20+ years of experie... Show more

25 years of leadership, strategic business and partner development, marketing, and digital transformation solution development with Dynamics 365, Azure, PowerBI, Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive services, Machine Learning, Azure Synapse Analytics, Big Data/DW, eXtended Financial Planning & Analysis and Corporate Performance Management, IoT, blockchain, mixed reality and autonomous cyber-security for Solver, Microsoft, IBM, Great Plains, FRx and Oracle in Canada, U.S.A., UK, Australia, and Western Europe. My value is centered in building intellectual and emotional buy-in which inspires executives and teams to engage and collaborate in achieving beneficial Digital Transformation outcomes. My method is strongly grounded in sales process and sales motion best practices. I have success inspiring business leaders to recognize the value of Digital Transformation and engage in a program of change for Digital success.

25 years of leadership, strategic business and partner development, marketing, and digital transformation solution development with Dynamics 365, Azure, PowerBI, Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive services, Machine Learning, Azure Synapse Analytic... Show more

For 11 years, I've been immersed in building and scaling products in SaaS, B2B, and B2C, both in the US and India. My focus is on driving sustainable growth and creating experiences that keep users engaged.

My journey as a 3x founder has given me hands-on experience in growth, retention, platforms, and AI. This broad perspective, combined with my background in engineering, design, and product, allows me to develop effective growth and retention strategies that scale.

For 11 years, I've been immersed in building and scaling products in SaaS, B2B, and B2C, both in the US and India. My focus is on driving sustainable growth and creating experiences that keep users engaged. My journey as a 3x founder has given me ... Show more

Modern Workplace Consultant en ENCAMINA

Soy Adrián Espés Espés, Modern Workplace Consultant en ENCAMINA. Con una trayectoria de 10 años en el sector de telecomunicaciones, he desarrollado mis capacidades como formador, impartiendo tanto formaciones continuas como de habilitación al puesto de trabajo durante 6 años.
Además, soy uno de los organizadores del capítulo Global AI Valencia, donde colaboro en la difusión de la inteligencia artificial responsable y accesible a través de eventos y comunidad.

Experiencia Profesional
Mi carrera comenzó en el sector de telecomunicaciones, donde adquirí experiencia en la formación de equipos en entornos de producción. En estas sesiones, impartía conocimientos sobre los sistemas de trabajo que iban a ser utilizados y técnicas de comunicación. Posteriormente, trabajé durante tres años en una consultora de sistemas, desempeñándome como Consultor Preventa de nuevos proyectos y Consultor en procesos de adopción a Microsoft 365.

Formación y Certificaciones
Cuento con la titulación de Formador de Formadores por la Universidad de Nebrija y estoy certificado en MS900, MB920 y SC900. Además, soy estudiante del Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas por la UNIR.

Objetivos y Visión
Mi objetivo es compartir mis conocimientos sobre Microsoft 365 y Microsoft Copilot para ayudar a empresas y usuarios a adoptar esta tecnología de forma eficaz, mejorando la productividad y transformando las operaciones empresariales.

Modern Workplace Consultant en ENCAMINA Soy Adrián Espés Espés, Modern Workplace Consultant en ENCAMINA. Con una trayectoria de 10 años en el sector de telecomunicaciones, he desarrollado mis capacidades como formador, impartiendo tanto formacione... Show more

Nimrod is a Principal Engineer at Baz, building AI-powered code review agents. A “jack of all trades” across backend, data engineering, and data science, he has worked at the intersection of software and data throughout his career. He began as a data analyst in the military, helped lay the foundations of Salesforce’s Einstein platform, and later became the first data scientist at cybersecurity startup BlueVoyant. He went on to lead data and architecture at Solidus Labs in the crypto-regulation space before joining Baz. Nimrod thrives on building systems from scratch and turning ideas into scalable products.

Nimrod is a Principal Engineer at Baz, building AI-powered code review agents. A “jack of all trades” across backend, data engineering, and data science, he has worked at the intersection of software and data throughout his career. He began as a data... Show more

Data Science Leader with extensive experience in AI and MLOps, currently serving as the CTO at Infinitii AI. He has a strong background in team leadership, product innovation, and building scalable data-driven solutions. Piotr is passionate about using AI to solve real-world problems, particularly in time-series analysis. He is an advocate for Agile methodologies and MLOps practices, and has spoken at conferences about these topics.

Data Science Leader with extensive experience in AI and MLOps, currently serving as the CTO at Infinitii AI. He has a strong background in team leadership, product innovation, and building scalable data-driven solutions. Piotr is passionate about usi... Show more

Passionate about methodology, organising and agility to improve work efficiency

Passionate about methodology, organising and agility to improve work efficiency Show more

Dünya Kırkalı is an engineering leader and software engineer whose journey spans building mobile apps, web services, data pipelines, and visualizations across diverse industries and teams. Along the way, this breadth of experience shaped him into a true generalist. This generalist perspective became his greatest asset when leading engineers from different disciplines, ultimately guiding him toward the field he truly fell in love with: engineering management. Left to his own devices, Dünya enjoys putting on a Joe Pass record and reflecting on ways to create tools and techniques to help engineering managers discover their own global maxima.

Dünya Kırkalı is an engineering leader and software engineer whose journey spans building mobile apps, web services, data pipelines, and visualizations across diverse industries and teams. Along the way, this breadth of experience shaped him into a t... Show more

Erica Hakonson is the CEO and Founder of Maven Collective Marketing, the leading Marketing Partner for Microsoft Partners. CEO and Founder of Maven Collective Marketing, Hakonson has guided her team to over 160 industry awards, earning accolades such as PR Daily’s B2B Agency of the Year and MarTech Outlook's Top Digital Marketing Company. Celebrated for championing women in tech, Erica has been honored as the Female Entrepreneur of the Year and recognized among the 2024 Top 50 Women We Admire in Marketing and Tech, also featuring in The Globe & Mail. With nearly two decades of expertise in tech, Erica’s leadership has positioned Maven Collective as a forefront of digital marketing innovation.

Erica Hakonson is the CEO and Founder of Maven Collective Marketing, the leading Marketing Partner for Microsoft Partners. CEO and Founder of Maven Collective Marketing, Hakonson has guided her team to over 160 industry awards, earning accolades such... Show more

With a background of design and development, Jennifer is a seasoned full stack developer with years of experience using Drupal & WordPress. She holds two master’s degrees, one in Computer Science and the other in Business Administration with a focus on Project Management.

With a background of design and development, Jennifer is a seasoned full stack developer with years of experience using Drupal & WordPress. She holds two master’s degrees, one in Computer Science and the other in Business Administration with a focus ... Show more

Ram is a technologist and operator who root-cause solves existential enterprise-scale business and product problems while attempting to *not* create entirely new ones. When not leading or consulting cross-functional product development teams in delivering simple, trusted, fun, and useful solutions that delight customers and deliver significant ROI, he’s usually in the guts of yet another startup idea to do the same. Or jeeping and camping with (The RDML Grace) Hopper, a dog. Childhood access to computers blended with classic sci-fi like Asimov’s R. Daneel Olivaw, Simak’s Jenkins, and Adams’ Marvin stories piqued an early study of AI and robotics that perpetuated throughout Ram’s professional career. Like many, he’s been exploring what these latest AI model offerings are *aktshually* good for. Ram also: Operates "id8 inc", his consulting business and innovation incubator; Is developing "coreograf", a federated context-engineering system to improve efficacy & outcomes when humans-and-generative-AI-models collaborate in the development of complex enterprise-scale software; Co-organizes the "Artificial Intelligencers" meetup group.

Ram is a technologist and operator who root-cause solves existential enterprise-scale business and product problems while attempting to *not* create entirely new ones. When not leading or consulting cross-functional product development teams in deliv... Show more

🔭 I’m Dachi Gogotchuri
🏢 I work at Nationale Nederlanden where I enjoy creating and managing projects
👨‍💻 Arcasiles Group founder: https://arcasiles.com
🏆 Past Microsoft MVP (2015 – 2020)
🌱 I blog about coding & life: https://soydachi.com

🔭 I’m Dachi Gogotchuri 🏢 I work at Nationale Nederlanden where I enjoy creating and managing projects 👨‍💻 Arcasiles Group founder: https://arcasiles.com 🏆 Past Microsoft MVP (2015 – 2020) 🌱 I blog about coding & life: https://soydachi.com Show more

Justin Reock is the Deputy CTO of DX (getdx.com), and is an engineer, speaker, writer, and software practice evangelist with over 20 years of experience working in various software roles. He is an outspoken thought leader, delivering enterprise solutions, numerous keynotes, technical leadership, various publications and community education on developer experience and productivity.

Justin Reock is the Deputy CTO of DX (getdx.com), and is an engineer, speaker, writer, and software practice evangelist with over 20 years of experience working in various software roles. He is an outspoken thought leader, delivering enterprise solut... Show more

Marie-Soleil Goulet-Sawka is Customer Success Manager at RUX, where she leads client experience and ensures businesses get the most from their technology investments. With over 20 years of expertise within Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central, Marie-Soleil specializes in implementation, consulting, support, and project management that delivers real results.

Throughout her career, Marie-Soleil has focused on crafting smart, reliable solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. She leads teams that bridge the gap between technology and business outcomes, ensuring clients and partners have the support they need to thrive. Her approach combines deep technical knowledge with a commitment to building lasting relationships.

At RUX, Marie-Soleil's mission is creating exceptional client experiences through hands-on services and support that empower small and mid-market businesses to operate at their full potential—with technology that works as hard as they do.

Marie-Soleil Goulet-Sawka is Customer Success Manager at RUX, where she leads client experience and ensures businesses get the most from their technology investments. With over 20 years of expertise within Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central,... Show more

I am a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft with over 15 years of experience. I have been pivotal in the development and evolution of SQL Server on Linux, significantly contributing to Microsoft's cross-platform solutions. Starting as an intern, I have held roles including Support Engineer, Technical Lead, Support Escalation Engineer, and Premier Field Engineer, providing critical support and resolving complex technical issues for enterprise customers with SQL Server implementations and resolutions.

Currently, I oversee SQL Server on Linux and Containers. With over a decade of database experience, I have designed SQL Server-based data platforms for Tier 1 customers across diverse business segments.

Additionally, I am the author of the book "Ultimate SQL Server and Azure SQL for Data Management and Modernization." A frequent speaker at industry conferences, I share insights on technology trends and listen to customer feedback. Notable presentations include my sessions at DevDays Asia (Taipei), SQL BITS (London), PASS Data Community Summit (Seattle), Red Hat Summit, SUSECON, Internal Microsoft Events, Bangalore UG group, Data Exposed, and DataMinds.

I am a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft with over 15 years of experience. I have been pivotal in the development and evolution of SQL Server on Linux, significantly contributing to Microsoft's cross-platform solutions. Starting as an intern, I ... Show more

I'm Rishi Mondal – a passionate Official CNCF KubeStellar Maintainer and proud Docker Captain with a knack for turning complex cloud challenges into smooth, well-orchestrated symphonies. I lead the charge in maintaining the CNCF KubeStellar UI, a cutting-edge multi-cluster management system that brings order to even the wildest Kubernetes environments.
My journey in tech began as a Program Manager at GirlScript, where I organized energizing sessions to empower budding technologists. That early experience paved the way for my deeper dive into cloud-native innovations through the Linux Foundation's LFX Mentorship under CNCF and as a two-time Google Summer of Code contributor (2024 & 2025) with the University of California.
Currently an LFX Mentor with the Linux Foundation, I'm honored to guide the next generation of cloud-native developers while also being part of a dynamic research team at UC Santa Cruz, exploring advanced cloud infrastructure and AI-driven automation. One of my proudest achievements is raising $600K in cloud credits for the Devrhylme Foundation—a milestone that not only boosted groundbreaking projects but also cemented my commitment to fueling innovation in the cloud ecosystem.
Beyond code and contributions, I'm a speaker who's been featured at KubeCon India, where I showcased the power of multi-cluster orchestration and cloud-native innovation. I've also shared insights on Kubernetes-native AI workloads at Cloud Native meetups in Kolkata, demonstrated Google Cloud workflows at GDG Techno India, explained CI/CD pipelines at GirlScript Foundation, and facilitated cloud technology workshops at IIT Chennai. I've even shared my journey on the Apna College YouTube channel, connecting with a broader audience and spreading the joy of cloud-native innovation.
Recognition highlights: Docker Captain (top 1% globally), LIFT Scholar 2025, CAST AI Hero Ambassador, Harvard HPAIR Delegate, Top 10 ONDC Google Cloud Hackathon, Coder Registry Contributor, and Campus Leader of Code4GovTech coordinating 350+ students in government technology initiatives.
With a blend of technical expertise, a love for open-source, and a healthy dose of humor, I'm dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in cloud computing—making the world a little more resilient, scalable, and fun, one cluster at a time.

I'm Rishi Mondal – a passionate Official CNCF KubeStellar Maintainer and proud Docker Captain with a knack for turning complex cloud challenges into smooth, well-orchestrated symphonies. I lead the charge in maintaining the CNCF KubeStellar UI, a cut... Show more

As a customer success and analytics leader, I have with over 13+ years of experience driving business transformation in retail and e-commerce. With a strong focus on AI, data science, engineering, and analytics, I help large retailers turn complex business challenges into actionable insights, innovative solutions, and measurable growth. I have partnered with leading retailer to enhance customer experiences, optimize operations, Improve Retail Media Spend and Insights, Optimize Campaigns and accelerate revenue growth through data-driven strategies. My expertise spans sales planning, marketing analytics, incentive design, and operational excellence, all powered by advanced analytics and AI solutions.

I thrive at the intersection of strategy, data, and technology—leading teams to deliver impactful outcomes, foster innovation, and drive adoption of next-generation analytics solutions that create real business value.

As a customer success and analytics leader, I have with over 13+ years of experience driving business transformation in retail and e-commerce. With a strong focus on AI, data science, engineering, and analytics, I help large retailers turn complex bu... Show more

Preston is a seasoned Business Intelligence professional with nearly two decades of experience in the field. As the CEO of Insights In Action, he has successfully led the analytics efforts of a diverse portfolio of 131+ companies. His tenure includes a Fortune 2 company where over 30,000 team members relied on his and his team's work. Preston's expertise has taken him around the globe, where he has shared his knowledge and insights with thousands of teams and individuals, empowering them to effectively manage, wrangle, store, and effectively present their data. Throughout his career, Preston has demonstrated a deep passion for learning and teaching, thriving on the opportunity to help others achieve their data goals.

Preston is a seasoned Business Intelligence professional with nearly two decades of experience in the field. As the CEO of Insights In Action, he has successfully led the analytics efforts of a diverse portfolio of 131+ companies. His tenure includes... Show more

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je valorise les forces humaines pour transformer les défis en leviers d’innovation. Expert certifié en coaching d’entreprise (ICP-ENT), facilitation (ICP-ATF) et Approche Appréciative (IFAI), j'accompagne les organisations vers des dynamiques agiles, collaboratives et résilientes.

Grâce à une approche centrée sur l’humain et l’intelligence collective, je conçois des solutions sur mesure qui libèrent le potentiel des organisations, des équipes et favorisent un impact durable. Visionnaire et inspirant, j'aide les entreprises à bâtir un avenir aligné sur leurs histoires, leurs valeurs et leurs ambitions.

Je suis certifié Facilitateur, Coach d'Organisation et d'Entreprise par ICAgile et Praticien en Appreciative Inquiry par l'IFAI, berceau de la démarche AI en France.

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je valorise les forces humaines pour transformer les défis en leviers d’innovation. Expert certifié en coaching d’entreprise (ICP-ENT), facilitation (ICP-ATF) et Approche Appréciative (IFAI), j'accompagne les organisations vers... Show more