As architect and business analyst Jeroen has a lot of experience at complex and political sensitive organisations as Nato Communication & Information Agency (NCIA), tax authorities , unemployment authorities (UWV) and Dutch Home
Office (IND). Besides that he teaches Business analysis courses.

As architect and business analyst Jeroen has a lot of experience at complex and political sensitive organisations as Nato Communication & Information Agency (NCIA), tax authorities , unemployment authorities (UWV) and Dutch Home Office (IND). Beside... Show more

With more than 18 years of experience with Dynamics 365 ERP solutions, Gertjan offers expertise in solution and technical architecture, change management, and quality assurance. A hallmark of his implementations is taking full advantage of Dynamics 365 capabilities, thereby avoiding unnecessary customizations.

Gertjan is the preeminent expert and thought leader on Dynamics 365 ERP as he leads the Global ERP Practice at Avanade, the biggest Dynamics 365 partner in the world.

Gertjan has been a Microsoft FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect since the beginning of this recognition in 2019.

With more than 18 years of experience with Dynamics 365 ERP solutions, Gertjan offers expertise in solution and technical architecture, change management, and quality assurance. A hallmark of his implementations is taking full advantage of Dynamics 3... Show more

Joel brings 25 years of global experience, supporting Fortune 500 companies and thousands of participants. He specializes in empowering leaders and teams with effective communication skills, fostering more impactful collaboration and motivation. His expertise lies in enabling individuals to authentically influence others towards deeper business relationships, fostering trust and enhancing engagement.

Joel thrives to lead engaging and interactive sessions based on 'Learn, Laugh, and Do!'

When you communicate effectively, people feel heard, seen, and understood- mutual respect is created, and you start connecting and unlocking the motivators for you and the other.

Drawing from his background as a former professional actor and improviser- Joel brings unique tips and activities for everyone to practice and implement.

You can listen to or watch Joel as the host of "The Great Canadian Leadership" and "This Feels Right" Podcasts and YouTube – interviewing leaders and experts on influencing and communications skills."

Joel brings 25 years of global experience, supporting Fortune 500 companies and thousands of participants. He specializes in empowering leaders and teams with effective communication skills, fostering more impactful collaboration and motivation. His ... Show more

is the Managing Director of 15C, a consulting and training company that specializes in designing, implementing and supporting SQL Server infrastructures. He is a 12-year former Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Master from Ottawa, Canada (but he’s originally from the Philippines) specializing in high availability, disaster recovery and system infrastructures running on the Microsoft server technology stack. His background in Unix has taken him to the world of DevOps and Docker to containerize SQL Server. He is very passionate about technology but has interests in music, neuroscience, social psychology, professional and organizational development, leadership and management matters when not working with databases.

Edwin lives up to his primary mission statement: "To help people and organizations grow and develop their full potential."

is the Managing Director of 15C, a consulting and training company that specializes in designing, implementing and supporting SQL Server infrastructures. He is a 12-year former Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Master from Ottawa, C... Show more

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest minority — 1.85 billion disabled people. As founder of Audio Accessibility, she consults on improving communication access for 466 million deaf and hard-of-hearing people worldwide. Sveta’s book and TEDx talk highlight the business benefits of high-quality captioning to increase audience reach and ROI. With an MS in Internet Technology and over 20 years of experience in design, technology, and accessibility, Sveta combines her personal experience with deafness and professional expertise to offer unique insights into the critical importance of accessibility.

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest min... Show more

I’m a technology entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and continuous learner.

I founded HackTech at 19 and grew it into a 70-person engineering firm with $3M ARR and clients in 25+ countries. After its acquisition by Civitta, I continue the journey as a Partner, combining deep engineering execution with advisory and strategic work.

I value long-term collaboration, strong personal relationships, and teams that care about outcomes, not slide decks.

Stanford LEAD participant. Speaker at industry events. Open to meaningful conversations.

I’m a technology entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and continuous learner. I founded HackTech at 19 and grew it into a 70-person engineering firm with $3M ARR and clients in 25+ countries. After its acquisition by Civitta, I continue the journey as... Show more

Guido X Jansen is a Community Strategist who builds technical ecosystems that drive business growth. He has built community functions from zero multiple times: Dutchento/Meet Magento (600+ annual attendees), CRO.CAFE (200+ podcast episodes), and Spryker's enterprise community (130+ clients).

His cognitive psychology background helps him understand why technical users behave the way they do, designing communities that create real business value rather than just activity metrics. He has spoken at 200+ conferences across 26 countries.

Guido advocates for open source, privacy-first technology, and building resilient systems. Based in the Netherlands, working remotely.

Guido X Jansen is a Community Strategist who builds technical ecosystems that drive business growth. He has built community functions from zero multiple times: Dutchento/Meet Magento (600+ annual attendees), CRO.CAFE (200+ podcast episodes), and Spry... Show more

Jarrod Connolly is a strategic engineering leader and principal architect with over 25 years of experience building and scaling high-impact systems in gaming, AI, and patented web technologies. He has led teams of up to 15 engineers, including principals and managers, to deliver innovative solutions that drive business growth—from pioneering web platforms at startups like Tarasoft to optimizing infrastructures for millions of users at enterprises such as Kabam and Phoenix Labs. His expertise blends deep technical innovation, including R&D in RAG-based AI and compilers, with cultivating high-performing talent, mentoring emerging leaders, and aligning roadmaps to strategic objectives.

As Founder and CTO of Brightest Circle, Jarrod advises stealth-mode startups on technical vision and launches education-focused SaaS, while his open-source contributions to Node.js and speaking at OpenJS World demonstrate his commitment to community and distilling complex ideas for executives. Beyond tech, he chairs community boards, leading consensus-building and policy decisions that mirror engineering governance. Jarrod excels at driving efficiency—reducing toil, modernizing stacks for faster releases and security, and fostering collaborative cultures—consistently translating strategies into tangible outcomes.

Jarrod Connolly is a strategic engineering leader and principal architect with over 25 years of experience building and scaling high-impact systems in gaming, AI, and patented web technologies. He has led teams of up to 15 engineers, including princi... Show more

Nyaradzo (Naya) Bere is a software engineer, speaker, and content creator, best known as the creator behind @theblackfemaleengineer- a vibrant platform that empowers over 200,000+ current and aspiring tech professionals across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Naya earned her degree in Finance and Accounting but launched her tech career after learning to code in just 6 months. She went on to work as a Software Engineer at a Fortune 50 company. Her journey into tech was far from linear, and that’s exactly why her content resonates so widely. By sharing both the highlights and hurdles of her experience, Naya has built a brand grounded in transparency, encouragement, and empowerment.

At the heart of her work are values of accessibility, representation, and cultural fluency. Naya doesn’t just teach tech — she redefines what it looks like to belong in the industry.

Nyaradzo (Naya) Bere is a software engineer, speaker, and content creator, best known as the creator behind @theblackfemaleengineer- a vibrant platform that empowers over 200,000+ current and aspiring tech professionals across TikTok, Instagram, YouT... Show more

Matt leads AI strategy at Point of Rental Software, where he's transforming how thousands of equipment rental businesses operate globally through mobile, fintech, and AI platforms. He's also built one of the first AI-first development workflow engines in the industry, a systematic approach to context engineering that's turning skeptics into power users and compressing months of work into weeks.

Starting his career at 14 building software to pay for school, Matt has consistently worked at technology's bleeding edge: from building one of the first cloud-based web applications in the early 2000s to pioneering mobile-first enterprise solutions. Now he's implementing generative AI not just as a development tool, but as the interface that fundamentally changes how rental businesses interact with their software and how development teams build software in the first place.

What sets Matt apart is simple: he builds AI for people who don't care about AI. His customers care about equipment uptime, not algorithms. They need faster invoicing, not chatbots. This reality check drives everything from killing features that demo well but fail in the field, to building solutions that work on muddy job sites with spotty internet. He's not interested in what's possible with AI; he's interested in what's useful.

His Developer Handbook methodology teaches teams the difference between "vibe coding" (hoping AI figures it out) and context engineering (systematically giving AI what it needs to succeed). The results speak for themselves: converted skeptics, compressed timelines, and teams shipping work they didn't think was possible.

Matt speaks on practical AI implementation, including:

"From Stuck to Started: Your Practical Guide to AI" Battle-tested strategies that work whether you're on day one or year three of AI adoption.

"Beyond the Band-Aid: Stop Treating AI Like a Feature" Why stopping at AI assistants is denial, not innovation, and what happens when you rebuild for this new reality.

"Stop Prompting, Start Engineering" The difference between developers who gave up on AI and those getting breakthrough results isn't talent, it's discipline. Learn the systematic approaches (context engineering, agent orchestration, AI-first workflows) that treat AI like the engineering challenge it is, not a magic box you hope figures it out.

His sessions blend technical depth with business strategy, delivered with the candor of someone who's shipped products that both flopped spectacularly and scaled globally.

His current focus: building software that acts as a business's central nervous system, anticipating needs rather than waiting for commands. Think less "AI assistant" and more "AI that knows to order parts before equipment breaks."

Matt leads AI strategy at Point of Rental Software, where he's transforming how thousands of equipment rental businesses operate globally through mobile, fintech, and AI platforms. He's also built one of the first AI-first development workflow engine... Show more

With 11 years' experience managing complex collaborative projects, including 5 as PO, I know that any project can turn into a Tower of Babel...
I also know that I don't know anything, even though I can forget this fact from time to time :)

So let's hear each other out, let's communicate and together we just might end up creating a cool product!

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"Has he ever given any talk?"

One at the Agile tour in Lyon in 2024, and another at the Agile tour Bordeaux in 2025 + several others by videoconference.

With 11 years' experience managing complex collaborative projects, including 5 as PO, I know that any project can turn into a Tower of Babel... I also know that I don't know anything, even though I can forget this fact from time to time :) So le... Show more

With over 25 years of expertise in the Business Central domain, Christian has led transformative projects, optimizing processes and driving growth. His mission is to create value-driven work environments that empower teams. He has also created and hosted numerous events and learning environments for internal and external developers, helping them update and expand their skills.

As an accomplished speaker, Christian has shared insights at international conferences, including Directions EMEA and BCTechDays. His sessions or workshops provoke viewpoint shifts, offering strategic frameworks to keep organizations competitive in a dynamic landscape.

Beyond technical skills, Christian’s education in Design Thinking, Theory U, and Future Leadership equips him as a certified Organizational Designer. His holistic approach blends creativity, empathy, and strategic thinking to drive impactful change, even in complex situations where no prior knowledge exists.

Connect with Christian to explore innovative solutions and elevate your organization’s potential. 🎙️🚀

With over 25 years of expertise in the Business Central domain, Christian has led transformative projects, optimizing processes and driving growth. His mission is to create value-driven work environments that empower teams. He has also created and ho... Show more

Aaron Rhodes: Speaker & Leadership Culture Coach

Aaron Rhodes is a dynamic speaker, transformative coach, and passionate leader in workplace culture. With a deep belief in the ripple effect , the idea that small, intentional changes can create profound, far-reaching impact Aaron inspires organizations to foster cultures that empower individuals and transform communities.

His journey began in Tanzania, where he worked on clean water initiatives, hygiene education, and addressing food scarcity. Witnessing the life-changing effects of sustainable processes, Aaron became driven to help organizations cultivate healthy cultures. This passion evolved into a mission: to build workplaces where employees thrive, creating a ripple effect that extends into homes and communities.

For over 15 years, Aaron has partnered with teams and leaders to identify, implement, and coach the five processes that drive thriving cultures. His vision is clear: healthy workplace cultures lead to strong families and vibrant communities.

Aaron says, “My greatest titles aren’t speaker or leader they’re Husband and Father.” He and his wife, Hannah, share a love for exploring new cooking recipes and shopping for sneakers. Their son, Zane, is an athlete who enjoys sports and training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

When you work with Aaron, you’ll experience his authentic passion for building meaningful connections and his commitment to helping you create a workplace culture that inspires growth, trust, and lasting impact.

Aaron Rhodes: Speaker & Leadership Culture Coach Aaron Rhodes is a dynamic speaker, transformative coach, and passionate leader in workplace culture. With a deep belief in the ripple effect , the idea that small, intentional changes can create pro... Show more

Sairam leads the product management for Microsoft Fabric and Azure HDInsight and owns the key open-source streaming projects such as Apache Spark, Apache Kafka and Apache Flink. He has been focused on building products focused on analytics, machine learning, computer vision, real time stream processing, and artificial intelligence over the last several years.

Sairam leads the product management for Microsoft Fabric and Azure HDInsight and owns the key open-source streaming projects such as Apache Spark, Apache Kafka and Apache Flink. He has been focused on building products focused on analytics, machine l... Show more

Michelle Ann Richards BSHA, CPC, CPCO, SHRM-SCP, CPMA, is a quality-driven transformational healthcare executive leader. She has gained respect nationwide as a speaker, educator and subject matter expert (SME) on Compliance, HR Management, Revenue Cycle Management, Business Development, Meaningful Use, DSRIP, Chart Auditing, Practice Management, Leadership training and much more.

She is the proud owner of Coding & Compliance Experts since 2009 where she provides on-site Risk Assessments, Operational Analysis, Medical Insurance Credentialing, HR Audits, Compliance Program Effectiveness Reviews, HIPAA Privacy & Security Audits, Compliance Program Implementations and much more. Her passion, drive and charisma gets others motivated on becoming proactive vs reactive with regard to health care operations. She builds HR programs, HIPAA Privacy & Security awareness and more. She builds policies & procedures that are necessary for physicians to remain viable in their communities served.

Her passion, besides her family, is building sustainable development programs for healthcare organizations, educating employees on complex healthcare topics, such as compliance and human resources, by writing educational articles, conference presentations, webinars and providing consulting services. She has been a SME for DEA, KEPRO, and FCA cases.

Michelle sits on several college advisory boards, sits on the board of directors for YWCA and is active with the Relay for Life (She has written and produced a song in 2004, which has raised thousands of dollars) http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/micheller

Michelle Ann Richards BSHA, CPC, CPCO, SHRM-SCP, CPMA, is a quality-driven transformational healthcare executive leader. She has gained respect nationwide as a speaker, educator and subject matter expert (SME) on Compliance, HR Management, Revenue Cy... Show more

Passionate about the intersection of mathematics and technology, I've chosen the path of software engineering.Chess enthusiast and avid traveler, I explore diverse cultures and ways of thinking.
I thrive on collaborative projects, focusing on Javascript Ecosystem. I ventured into the tech startup world, eventually leading the Tech at MaVoie.org. Fascinated by AI, my goal is to contribute to impactful projects, particularly in finance, and education. Now immersed in SaaS development impact. 🚀
#AI #StartupLeader #TechEnthusiast #SaaS #MicroSaaS

Passionate about the intersection of mathematics and technology, I've chosen the path of software engineering.Chess enthusiast and avid traveler, I explore diverse cultures and ways of thinking. I thrive on collaborative projects, focusing on Javasc... Show more

Ugne Kontare is a Chief Business Development Officer representing one of Europe's most successful cloud-ready companies, Softera Baltic, Partner of the Year in Lithuania, 2022. Having developed multiple solutions under the SOFT4 brand, several of which have successfully gained market share and partners' recognition, while several were killed after years of development, Ugne is ready to share the lessons learned along the way on how to build and manage products that sell.
With a background in SMB sales and leadership, Ugne’s career expands over several industries, with most of its time dedicated to Microsoft Dynamics. With over 15 years of experience in various roles, such as Marketing, Sales, CEO, and Business Development, Ugne shares her knowledge and tips on how to:
- Build and manage an effective team;
- Market and sell Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC in the cloud;
- Develop and implement strategies for launching and managing a software product – from analysis to profits.

Ugne Kontare is a Chief Business Development Officer representing one of Europe's most successful cloud-ready companies, Softera Baltic, Partner of the Year in Lithuania, 2022. Having developed multiple solutions under the SOFT4 brand, several of whi... Show more

Oana likes to call herself an Agile Business DJ, who mixes whatever practices of collective intelligence, from Agile to TheoryU help people, teams and organisations to become proud of their outcomes and delight their customers.
After 15 years of experience in Software Development and System Management has driven Oana to embrace Agile and Lean mind set, principles and practices, that she believes are the most effective approaches for 21st century lead organizations willing to focus on quality products with high impact on the market.
Oana acts as an Agile Transformation facilitator at Reacteev, by using Creative Solution Definition. She trains and coach Agile teams (from core Business to Software Development and Support Services), so they are able to adopt the set of practices, from Scrum to Kanban and Lean improvement techniques, that are most adapted to their context and goal. A key focus is building cross-organizations Product Ownership awareness to align their mission alignment toward User Value creation.

Oana likes to call herself an Agile Business DJ, who mixes whatever practices of collective intelligence, from Agile to TheoryU help people, teams and organisations to become proud of their outcomes and delight their customers. After 15 years of ex... Show more

A reference in the world of design and product, creator of La Conf Qui Tue Le Game, and a key contributor to the rise of user- and product-centered culture at France Télévisions for over 10 years, Michael Baeyens (“Mitch”) is currently National Director of Product and Design Practices at eXalt, leading a community of more than 200 product and design professionals (since June 2024).

Following the success of Human After All — closing keynote at UX Conf 2023 (800+ attendees) and subsequently performed 8 times across France for a total audience of over 3,500 — Mitch established himself as a distinctive voice on the ethical, cultural and strategic impacts of AI, drawing a parallel between the career of Daft Punk and our relationship with automation, robotics and generative systems.

Since then, he has created and delivered two major conferences:

UI0 – Interface Zero: The Rise of Invisible Products in the Age of AI,
an exploration of how AI agents are reshaping product design by shifting from user-facing interfaces to products designed for agent-consumers. The talk examines the deep impact of this paradigm shift on design and product roles, methods and responsibilities. UI0 has been presented more than 16 times across France and internationally (including LPC Paris and PMF Zurich), reaching over 8,000 attendees and generating more than 8,000 video views.

FAMOUS – Lessons Learned on Brand, Values and Resilience from the Most Iconic (and Maybe the Most Underrated) Product of Our Times (FLUPA 2025),
a cultural and strategic analysis of Taylor Swift’s career as a product ecosystem, extracting concrete lessons on brand consistency, long-term vision, value systems and resilience that modern product teams can apply to their own work.

Recognized for mastering the art of storytelling, Mitch brings audiences along through a distinctive mix of sharp insight, humor, personal anecdotes and pop culture references. Sitting at the intersection of strategic planning, design leadership and product expertise, he delivers talks that are both intellectually rigorous and highly engaging — making him an unmissable speaker on the future of product, design and culture in the age of AI.

A reference in the world of design and product, creator of La Conf Qui Tue Le Game, and a key contributor to the rise of user- and product-centered culture at France Télévisions for over 10 years, Michael Baeyens (“Mitch”) is currently National Direc... Show more

Lou Segers is an analytics manager at Belgium's Plainsight with a strong emphasis on the Microsoft BI stack.
He loves to interact with anyone breathing data.

Some say good health is true wealth. A sweaty run or a satisfying gym session are among Lou’s favorite energy drainers.
Come have a chat with me, visit my personal blog https://www.thedatatrain.be or simply connect @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lou-segers-451baa80/

All aboard the data train, CHOO CHOO 🚂 🚂

Lou Segers is an analytics manager at Belgium's Plainsight with a strong emphasis on the Microsoft BI stack. He loves to interact with anyone breathing data. Some say good health is true wealth. A sweaty run or a satisfying gym session are among ... Show more

Gail thrives on embracing challenges and breaking away from routine, unless we talking coffee. As a qualified Industrial Engineer, a certified Project Management Professional, and with several Agile accreditations, she has embarked on a transformative journey to unlock the potential within individuals and teams. Gail's passion lies in guiding them to achieve their highest potential while honoring their unique ways of working.

In her role as an Agile Coach she lives by the "Nanny McPhee principle": when I’m needed but not necessarily wanted, that’s when I stay. But when I’m wanted but no longer truly needed, that’s my cue to step away. Gail inspires individuals and teams to overcome obstacles and achieve goals in dynamic, ever-evolving environments. She emphasizes sustainable goal-setting and cultivates a culture of self-motivation, equipping teams with the tools and confidence they need to succeed.

Gail’s personal mantra, “iTeach, iCoach, iMentor, iPlay, iLovePeople,” reflects her unwavering commitment to empowering others, fostering collaboration, and creating a shared journey toward growth and success.

Gail thrives on embracing challenges and breaking away from routine, unless we talking coffee. As a qualified Industrial Engineer, a certified Project Management Professional, and with several Agile accreditations, she has embarked on a transformativ... Show more

Katrina Kibben is a leadership speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice, and the founder of Three Ears Media. They are known for transforming how companies attract great talent and build a healthy team culture. With 15+ years of experience at globally recognized brands like Monster.com and Randstad Worldwide, Katrina shares weekly reflections on leadership, work, and well-being in their newsletter each week at katrinakibben.com. A LinkedIn Top Voice on Hiring featured in The New York Times and Forbes, Katrina is also the author of This Was All An Accident and The Bounce Back Factor, The Leader's Guide To Liking Yourself While Leading Your People.

Katrina Kibben is a leadership speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice, and the founder of Three Ears Media. They are known for transforming how companies attract great talent and build a healthy team culture. With 15+ years of experience at globally recognized ... Show more

Hello, I am Enrique Romero.

I am an expert Microsoft®️ consultant with over 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing technological solutions that make your business more efficient and your life easier.

My goal is not only to improve productivity but also to make technology enhance ourselves. Each project is an opportunity to learn and grow, always striving for excellence and customer satisfaction while maintaining continuous improvement as part of my work philosophy.

I work through a comprehensive approach that combines strategic consulting, the development of customized technological solutions, and continuous training.

With this way of working, I ensure that your company not only adopts new technologies but also uses them effectively to achieve its goals, something that is very important to me.

Hello, I am Enrique Romero. I am an expert Microsoft®️ consultant with over 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing technological solutions that make your business more efficient and your life easier. My goal is not only... Show more

Jeffrey Palermo is a Chief Architect at Clear Measure, a software architecture company. He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP each year since 2006 and has spoken at national conferences such as Microsoft Ignite, TechEd, MVP Summit, VS Live, and DevTeach. He has founded and run several software user groups over the years and is the author of several print books (last is ".NET DevOps for Azure"), video books, and many articles. A Christian, graduate of Texas A&M University (BA), and the Jack Welch Management Institute (MBA), an Eagle Scout, and an Iraq war veteran, Jeffrey likes to spend time with his family of five camping and riding dirt bikes.

Jeffrey Palermo is a Chief Architect at Clear Measure, a software architecture company. He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP each year since 2006 and has spoken at national conferences such as Microsoft Ignite, TechEd, MVP Summit, VS Live, and D... Show more

Industrial Engineer by profession with a Master’s in Project Management, and a firm believer in optimal project management and Agile methodologies. Since beginning my career in 2010, I have participated in various international projects, with three years in Panama as the most significant experience, along with shorter assignments in Latin America and Mauritania. Whether applying PMI® or Agile methodologies, depending on client needs, my blended profile grants me a comprehensive view of each framework, enabling the optimization of their use and drawing insights on what works best in different sectors and industries.

In addition to my Master’s in Project Management, I hold the following certifications, which support my candidacy as a speaker:

• SAFe® 6 Release Train Engineer (2024)
• Certified Blockchain Expert (2023)
• SAFe® 5 Product Manager / Product Owner (2022)
• SAFe® 5 Scrum Master (2020)
• Agile Coach Profesional Certificate (CertiProf®) (2019)
• DevOps Culture Certified Trainer (2019)
• Product Owner Profesional Certificate (CertiProf®) (2017)
• Scrum Master Profesional Certificate (CertiProf®) (2016)
• Project Manager Professional (PMI®) (2012)

Industrial Engineer by profession with a Master’s in Project Management, and a firm believer in optimal project management and Agile methodologies. Since beginning my career in 2010, I have participated in various international projects, with three y... Show more

Jason van Brackel is an engineer at Booz Allen Hamilton and the founder (and former organizer) of Kubernetes Philly. Passionate about solving real-world problems with software development and Kubernetes, he regularly shares his expertise—whether he’s guiding teams at work or streaming live coding sessions. When he’s not tinkering with cloud-native tools, you’ll find him spending time with his kids or occasionally taking a spill off his skateboard.

Jason van Brackel is an engineer at Booz Allen Hamilton and the founder (and former organizer) of Kubernetes Philly. Passionate about solving real-world problems with software development and Kubernetes, he regularly shares his expertise—whether he’s... Show more

As the data leader, I am passionate about making AI real for the digital customers and transforming the business processes with data, advanced ML & deep learning algorithms. I have close to 18 years of experience in delivering innovative and impactful solutions for various banking sectors and retail & consumer goods. My core competencies include AI strategy, data science, NLP, Generative AI and process automation and optimization through global AI platforms.

I am driven by the vision of empowering the data science community and creating a culture of learning and collaboration. Some of the volunteer roles are Google Women Techmaker Ambassador, IEEE ICWITE Core Member. Juror for AnitaB.org GHCI event 2024.

Some of my recent accolades in field of Data Science and AI are Digital Leader of the Year 2024 - UBSForums, Tech DE&I Leader Award 2024 - Analytics India Magazine, AI & Data Science Leader of the Year 2023 - womentech Network, Minsky Award of AI Excellence 2023 - GCC AI Visionary Award, Women in Tech/Product 2023 - herKey

As the data leader, I am passionate about making AI real for the digital customers and transforming the business processes with data, advanced ML & deep learning algorithms. I have close to 18 years of experience in delivering innovative and impactfu... Show more

As a Walt Disney Imagineer, Brian helped create the stories and magic for some of the world’s most beloved attractions. Over the past 30+ years, he has produced work for a who’s-who list of corporations, as well as small entrepreneurial ventures. As an Instructor at the University of Central Florida, Brian teaches a variety of classes related to immersive/thematic design, entertainment business, and emerging technologies. He is also a sought-after Futurist and Innovation Consultant through his practice known as The Brainstorm Institute where he works with both large and small companies to help them gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace through design thinking and adopting innovative practices. He has spoken at conferences around the world, is passionate about education, and is an advisory board member for several innovative tech start-ups.

As a Walt Disney Imagineer, Brian helped create the stories and magic for some of the world’s most beloved attractions. Over the past 30+ years, he has produced work for a who’s-who list of corporations, as well as small entrepreneurial ventures. As ... Show more

It is safe to say that I have an odd mix of experiences. After graduating from Penn State University, I worked for the federal government for a decade in various analyst roles doing things as mundane as personnel budgeting and as exciting as presenting to the Director of the FBI and testifying as an expert to grand juries.

After leaving civil service, my next decade was spent attempting to perfect theme park vacations by working for TouringPlans.com. We used statistics and lots and lots of research to optimize peoples theme park trips and I assisted in many ways from research tasks and writing to starting a travel agency to filming YouTube videos that have over 1 million views.

Now I am a consultant at Centric Consulting, helping companies rethink their data strategies. I am thrilled to once again share my experiences by speaking about data strategy, project management, consulting, statistics, theme parks and, frankly, anything else.

It is safe to say that I have an odd mix of experiences. After graduating from Penn State University, I worked for the federal government for a decade in various analyst roles doing things as mundane as personnel budgeting and as exciting as presenti... Show more

Michelle is a portfolio careerist who intentionally lives on cross-boundary intersections, bringing together innovation, creative expression, and human well-being. As an Innovation Designer and Human Well-Being Insight Designer, she explores how people live, work, and thrive, translating complex insights into meaningful everyday practices and solutions. Her work as a Vision-to-Experience Curator connects ideas to real-world impact, helping individuals and organizations bring purposeful concepts to life.

She has led workshops, trainings, and sessions focused on leveraging creativity and technology to drive innovative thinking, collaborating with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges. Committed to building bridges between different perspectives, she thrives on turning bold ideas into actionable strategies that yield meaningful, sustainable impact in both the short and long term. Her aim is always to bring people together in ways that spark self-discovery, creative expression, and personal liberation—ultimately empowering every individual to step fully into their potential.

Alongside these roles, Michelle is an author, artist, and podcaster, using storytelling and creative expression to explore themes of purpose, resilience, and modern innovative work. Her multidisciplinary path reflects a commitment to curiosity, integrity, and designing a life that aligns with her values, vision of success, and purpose.

With experience across multiple sectors and creative fields, Michelle brings a grounded, integrated perspective to conversations about wellness, innovation, and entrepreneurship, offering insights shaped by both lived experience and intentional design.

Michelle is a portfolio careerist who intentionally lives on cross-boundary intersections, bringing together innovation, creative expression, and human well-being. As an Innovation Designer and Human Well-Being Insight Designer, she explores how peop... Show more