Jessica Katz is passionate about the development of consent-filled environments, accelerating organizational growth, and enhancing effective leadership. She leverages her deep expertise in navigating complex, non-traditional relationships to revolutionize the world of work and champion diversity of thought. Specializing in establishing clear boundaries and effective communication, she provides strategic guidance to leaders tackling challenging workplace dynamics, ensuring mutual respect and maximizing productivity within their teams.

Jessica Katz is passionate about the development of consent-filled environments, accelerating organizational growth, and enhancing effective leadership. She leverages her deep expertise in navigating complex, non-traditional relationships to revoluti... Show more

Christian is an UX/HAX Principal Consultant at Optimizer.pt, Writer, and Trainer. He drives the development of award-winning, user-centered product solutions through UX research and Behavior design. With over 20 years of international experience, he contributes to Singularity University, Nomura Research Institute Japan, and many more. He is a published author on UX, AI Product Design and Behavior Design topics. He is teaching UX Leadership, Behavior Design and Human-Centered AI Experiences (HAX) at TheStarter.io

Christian is an UX/HAX Principal Consultant at Optimizer.pt, Writer, and Trainer. He drives the development of award-winning, user-centered product solutions through UX research and Behavior design. With over 20 years of international experience, he ... Show more

Tony Proctor is an Enrolled Agent and a firm owner with nearly two decades of experience, as well as a former IT manager with over 20 years, including a decade in parallel with his firm. He brings a practical, training-first lens to culture, leadership, and operations. Tony teaches tax law and small-business finance, delivering energetic, plain-language sessions with real-world takeaways. An alum of the Intuit Partner Council, he’s recognized for credibility, integrity, and professionalism. Off the clock, he’s spending time with his family, bowling a few strikes, or riding his sportbike.

Tony Proctor is an Enrolled Agent and a firm owner with nearly two decades of experience, as well as a former IT manager with over 20 years, including a decade in parallel with his firm. He brings a practical, training-first lens to culture, leadersh... Show more

Product Lead at VictoriaMetrics Cloud. In a previous life, he did a PhD for nanothings. Keys, metal and virtual racing.

Product Lead at VictoriaMetrics Cloud. In a previous life, he did a PhD for nanothings. Keys, metal and virtual racing. Show more

As an analytical bridge between Business and IT, I translate your requirements into the data solution that are being build. Making you happy as a business user is my passion and bringing the people to the next level is my drive!
With more than 10 years-experience in the field of Business Intelligence, Data, Analytics & Engineering, I am the analytical bridge between business & IT. I'll now focus on using Fabric in the best way possible to deliver value and sharing these experiences with, collegues, clients and partners.

As an analytical bridge between Business and IT, I translate your requirements into the data solution that are being build. Making you happy as a business user is my passion and bringing the people to the next level is my drive! With more than 10 y... Show more

I am Mathieu Lamiot, a France-based tech-enthusiast engineer passionate about system design and bringing brilliant individuals together as a team. I dedicate myself to Tech & Engineering management, leading teams to make an impact, deliver value and accomplish great things.

I am Mathieu Lamiot, a France-based tech-enthusiast engineer passionate about system design and bringing brilliant individuals together as a team. I dedicate myself to Tech & Engineering management, leading teams to make an impact, deliver value and ... Show more

JC gives audiences a powerful framework for better technology adoption and innovation. His books incorporate psychology and technology perspectives and expectation management from a fresh and captivating perspective. If you want to build a culture of business outcomes, clarity, and alignment, attend one of JC's presentations. A senior executive and educator, JC teaches Customer (CX) and Human-Centered Design Thinking at 32 universities in the United States. He lives in Nashville, TN with his wife Shelley.

JC gives audiences a powerful framework for better technology adoption and innovation. His books incorporate psychology and technology perspectives and expectation management from a fresh and captivating perspective. If you want to build a culture of... Show more

Experienced transformation leader with expertise in machine learning, data science, and AI technologies, specialising in cloud-based platforms to drive business growth and operational efficiency. Successfully managed and delivered multi-million-dollar data projects across Healthcare, Telecom, Insurance, Finance, and Education sectors. Skilled in project management from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Proficient in digital leadership, process optimisation, agile methodology, and cloud-native app development, with hands-on experience in tools like Python, R, JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Terraform. Known for improving operational efficiency, leading cross-functional teams, and achieving significant business outcomes.

Experienced transformation leader with expertise in machine learning, data science, and AI technologies, specialising in cloud-based platforms to drive business growth and operational efficiency. Successfully managed and delivered multi-million-dolla... Show more

Drew is the Head of Consulting and a Senior Software Trainer at Knack Training, with a master’s degree in Curriculum Design and Instruction and deep expertise in Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365. She leads end-to-end consulting engagements, building scalable business solutions that eliminate manual work and transform productivity across organizations.

Blending technical excellence with a strong instructional background, Drew designs and delivers real-world solutions, curriculum, and learning experiences focused on practical business workflows. Her sessions emphasize reusable patterns, included licensing, and tools Makers can apply immediately to drive measurable impact.

Drew is the Head of Consulting and a Senior Software Trainer at Knack Training, with a master’s degree in Curriculum Design and Instruction and deep expertise in Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365. She leads end-to-end consulti... Show more

With ~15 years in the Microsoft partner ecosystem, Addie blends business strategy, human behavior, and AI innovation to help organizations put the tech-jargon in human-terms to unlock real productivity gains.

With ~15 years in the Microsoft partner ecosystem, Addie blends business strategy, human behavior, and AI innovation to help organizations put the tech-jargon in human-terms to unlock real productivity gains. Show more

Hi there, my name is Katharina Covadonga Clören.
I discovered my passion for data analysis and reporting during my studies – quite unexpectedly, in a student job. That’s when I realized how much I enjoy analyzing complex patterns and bringing them to life through creative visuals. For me, data visualization is the perfect blend of analytical detective and creative artist: I love uncovering hidden insights and presenting them in a way that’s clear, engaging, and impactful.

For the past two years, I’ve been working as a consultant with a focus on Data Analytics and Data Storytelling. What fascinates me most is the incredible potential and variety that lies in good visualizations. Before starting my consulting career, I spent a year traveling around the world – driven by curiosity, a love for adventure, and an open mind for people, cultures, and new perspectives. That same openness shapes the way I work today: Data is everywhere, and it always tells a story – you just have to listen (and look) closely.

When I’m not building reports or analyzing data, you’ll find me moving (like yoga, bouldering or lifting heavy stuff), enjoying food from around the world, or exploring the planet.

Hi there, my name is Katharina Covadonga Clören. I discovered my passion for data analysis and reporting during my studies – quite unexpectedly, in a student job. That’s when I realized how much I enjoy analyzing complex patterns and bringing them t... Show more

Erica Foley is a Portfolio Director with a passion for transforming project and program management through data and emerging technologies. With a strong background in professional services and software implementation, she leads strategic initiatives that blend AI, automation, and executive-level insights. Erica specializes in creating scorecards and dashboards that drive decision-making across complex portfolios, most recently applying AI capabilities within Business Central, F&O and Dynamics 365 CE. Her work bridges the gap between delivery teams and executive stakeholders, helping organizations unlock the full potential of AI-powered project management.

Erica Foley is a Portfolio Director with a passion for transforming project and program management through data and emerging technologies. With a strong background in professional services and software implementation, she leads strategic initiatives ... Show more

Akash Chandra Sadhu is a young, dynamic entrepreneur, educator, and business strategist who has built multiple ventures from the ground up through sheer dedication, innovation, and self-belief. He is the Founder of Codifyx Tech Solutions, an IT service company, and the visionary behind Samaura Academy, an emerging skill-development institution offering 60+ diploma and advanced diploma programs with strong placement support.

Born with a passion for learning and creating, Akash quickly transformed his interests in web design, graphics, and technology into a full-time entrepreneurial journey. As a BCA student and a fast learner, he mastered diverse domains IT services, education, business development, placement operations, and brand building at a young age.

In 2024, he established Samaura Academy, carrying the mission “Empowering Skills, Enabling Careers.” Under his leadership, Samaura Academy has built 5500+ placement tie-ups including MNCs, startups, and MSMEs, enabling students to secure real career opportunities. He is currently expanding the academy into multiple cities including Kolkata and Haldia through franchise and strategic collaborations.

Alongside his ventures, Akash is the author of the upcoming 500-page eBook “Zero Investment: Building Success From Nothing,” which reflects his personal philosophy of creating opportunities without relying on resources.

Known for his resilience, work ethic, and clarity of vision, Akash continues to build new businesses including an upcoming health-focused energy drink brand while empowering thousands of students and professionals to grow in their careers. His journey inspires young entrepreneurs to believe that success truly begins with the courage to start.

Akash Chandra Sadhu is a young, dynamic entrepreneur, educator, and business strategist who has built multiple ventures from the ground up through sheer dedication, innovation, and self-belief. He is the Founder of Codifyx Tech Solutions, an IT servi... Show more

I'm Sonja Alushi, Co-Founder of Lumina Project, Albania's first AI consulting company and AI Product Developer at Lufthansa Industry Solutions. This summer, I will serve as Course Assistant at MIT for "LLM Applications and Agentic AI" with Professor David Martinez, and I am developing my own AI course to launch following this experience.

My professional journey exemplifies the evolution of modern software engineering, from enterprise Software Engineer developer to AI strategist and thought leader in practical AI adoption. At Lufthansa Industry Solutions, I specialize in building enterprise microservices with Java, Spring Boot, and Quarkus for aviation systems while leading AI transformation initiatives across the organization.

My career progression includes serving as AI Strategist and AI Product Manager at By The People Technologies in New York, where I developed RAG systems, built MCP servers, and created AI implementation strategies for financial services, private equity, venture capital, and pharmaceutical sectors. The technical work was essential, but what truly transformed organizations was training their teams to integrate AI into their workflows. Research processes that required three days were completed in three hours once analysts understood how to collaborate effectively with these systems.

As an AI educator and strategist, I design and deliver comprehensive workshops on AI implementation, prompt engineering, and workflow automation for businesses, foundations, banks, and government institutions. Through Lumina Project, I have trained over 100 professionals across Albanian government ministries, financial institutions, and enterprises in practical AI adoption.

I hold a MIT Executive Education certification in "AI Strategies & Roadmap: Systems Engineering Approach to AI Development & Deployment" and was a speaker at the National Research Conference (READ), where I presented "Artificial Intelligence in Albanian Business: Navigating Implementation Complexities and Market Limitations." My research examined why AI projects fail in emerging markets, revealing challenges that prove universal across developed and developing economies alike.

I also have served as Programming Coach at SDA Albania, where I mentored aspiring developers and guide them through the fundamentals of software engineering and AI integration.

What distinguishes my approach is the recognition that technical capability alone does not drive successful AI adoption. I have witnessed this truth across Wall Street trading floors, government ministries in Tirana, and manufacturing facilities in Europe. Organizations invest in sophisticated AI tools but struggle with implementation because they underinvest in training their workforce. The most advanced AI system delivers zero value if people cannot use it effectively.

My mission is to bridge this gap between AI capability and organizational competence. I build production-ready intelligent systems while simultaneously ensuring that teams understand how to deploy, maintain, and continuously improve them. Through hands-on training workshops, strategic consulting, and practical implementation support, I help organizations move beyond proof-of-concept projects to achieve measurable business outcomes.

I am passionate about making AI accessible to enterprise developers and business professionals, demonstrating that successful AI transformation requires equal investment in technology and people.

I'm Sonja Alushi, Co-Founder of Lumina Project, Albania's first AI consulting company and AI Product Developer at Lufthansa Industry Solutions. This summer, I will serve as Course Assistant at MIT for "LLM Applications and Agentic AI" with Professor ... Show more

Over the last twenty years, I have gained extensive expertise in the business and IT fields, primarily within organizations that depended on Microsoft technologies. I have held positions in a range of areas, including software developer, project manager, scrum master, and agile coach. I have been engaged in the development of software for consumer, B2B, and enterprise applications, such as the manufacturing execution system for Mercedes-Benz. As an agile coach and architect, my primary focus has been on assisting development teams and companies in embracing agile methodologies and improving their approach to delivering high-quality products to customers.

Over the last twenty years, I have gained extensive expertise in the business and IT fields, primarily within organizations that depended on Microsoft technologies. I have held positions in a range of areas, including software developer, project mana... Show more

Vahid Mohammadi is the founder of Universitio LTD, the company behind Askimate, an AI technology designed to simplify higher-education admissions. With extensive experience managing international recruitment portfolios for UK universities, Vahid brings a unique blend of expertise in both education and technology. He writes about the intersection of policy, tech, and student mobility, offering insights into the evolving landscape of global education.

Vahid Mohammadi is the founder of Universitio LTD, the company behind Askimate, an AI technology designed to simplify higher-education admissions. With extensive experience managing international recruitment portfolios for UK universities, Vahid brin... Show more

Timo is a Team Lead with a background in Cloud Infrastructure and Delivery Management. For over a decade, he has been helping teams and organizations bridge the gap between technology, business, and strategy. Outside of tech, he is continuously improving his skills in the beautiful game of Go.

Timo is a Team Lead with a background in Cloud Infrastructure and Delivery Management. For over a decade, he has been helping teams and organizations bridge the gap between technology, business, and strategy. Outside of tech, he is continuously impro... Show more

Engin Eser, der Co-Founder der Event Punks und Gründer von enginE Marketing, ist Growth Hacker und Netzwerker mit Herz und Seele.

Er lebt selbst Growth Hacking und fordert seine Kunden konsequent auf, sich aus ihrer Komfortzone heraus zu bewegen.

Vom Kunden her zu denken ist sein Credo, agile Entwicklung sein Arbeitsstil, und genau damit hilft er Unternehmen, sich besser zu positionieren, Leads automatisch zu generieren und zu wachsen.

Andere durch seine Arbeit erfolgreich wachsen zu sehen, dafür brennt er.

Engin ist ein “klassischer” T-Shaped, ein Hybrid aus Business Development und IT und kennt damit beide Seiten.

So setzt er da an, wo es häufig in den Unternehmen klemmt: bei der Kommunikation. Insbesondere in Themen rund um kollaborative Zusammenarbeit, Wachstumsentwicklung und Performance-Marketing ist er zu einem anerkannten Experten und Influencer in der DACH-Region geworden.

Ganz nebenbei entwickelt er digitale und innovative Informationsprodukte und ist Autor.

Engin ist Microsoft DPSC (Device Partner Solution Champ), Microsoft Teams Experte, Microsoft Partner und Microsoft MVP.

Engin Eser, der Co-Founder der Event Punks und Gründer von enginE Marketing, ist Growth Hacker und Netzwerker mit Herz und Seele. Er lebt selbst Growth Hacking und fordert seine Kunden konsequent auf, sich aus ihrer Komfortzone heraus zu bewegen.... 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

Feras Deiratany has been writing software at Progressive Insurance for the past 8 years. Most recently he helped launch, Progressive Life, the company’s entry to the Life Insurance market. He is involved with multiple social impact organizations in Cleveland like Global Shapers and GiveBackHack. Feras also loves to travel and try different foods along the way. He is originally from Syria and holds a Computer Science and Engineering degree from The Ohio State University.

Feras Deiratany has been writing software at Progressive Insurance for the past 8 years. Most recently he helped launch, Progressive Life, the company’s entry to the Life Insurance market. He is involved with multiple social impact organizations in C... Show more

Hi, I’m Nir Parisian 👋
Married + 5 little ones 😄

I've spent the last decade building and leading front-end solutions for companies of all sizes. I’ve been a full-stack engineer at Intel, a front-end team leader at Curv, and now I help startups through Enpitech, the front-end consulting company I founded 5 years ago. I also run a YouTube channel on front-end development (https://youtube.com/@nirparisian) and a community called Frontendistim, where I share knowledge and connect with fellow developers.

Hi, I’m Nir Parisian 👋 Married + 5 little ones 😄 I've spent the last decade building and leading front-end solutions for companies of all sizes. I’ve been a full-stack engineer at Intel, a front-end team leader at Curv, and now I help startups ... Show more

With a keen focus on servant leadership, stakeholder management, process improvement, and data my passion is to foster collaborative environments where anything is possible and the work that I lead is impactful and valuable. I have consistently built high performing teams and systems which enable accessibility of data, operate at world scale, communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical people, and fortify partnerships with all personas.

With a keen focus on servant leadership, stakeholder management, process improvement, and data my passion is to foster collaborative environments where anything is possible and the work that I lead is impactful and valuable. I have consistently buil... Show more

Steve works with clients modernising and transforming their IT estate, helping teams on enterprise, solution and technical architecture topics. This can range from proof of concepts and data engineering all the way up to business process discovery and legacy migration strategy. Steve is an active blogger and organiser of Domain-Driven Design London, a socio-technical & systems architecture community.

Steve works with clients modernising and transforming their IT estate, helping teams on enterprise, solution and technical architecture topics. This can range from proof of concepts and data engineering all the way up to business process discovery an... Show more

Justin has 15+ years of consulting experience in the Microsoft Data/BI Stack. He started out as a DBA and then shifted into the Data Analytics and Data Engineering space. He is a data enthusiast that loves to help solve complex problems and put customers' minds at ease.

Justin has 15+ years of consulting experience in the Microsoft Data/BI Stack. He started out as a DBA and then shifted into the Data Analytics and Data Engineering space. He is a data enthusiast that loves to help solve complex problems and put custo... Show more

Cody Thompson started his career knocking doors in 100-degree heat selling pest control, where he learned the discipline and perseverance that would define his career. He went on to excel in enterprise business development before finding his calling in partnerships. Today, Cody has successfully built and scaled three partner programs across different industries and ecosystems, helping organizations transform relationships into revenue and systems that drive lasting growth.

Cody Thompson started his career knocking doors in 100-degree heat selling pest control, where he learned the discipline and perseverance that would define his career. He went on to excel in enterprise business development before finding his calling ... Show more

Pierre LaFromboise is Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Covenant Technology Partners, where he leads the Data & AI consulting services solutions group. With over 25 years of experience leading, designing, and delivering data-driven solutions, Pierre specializes in helping organizations get the most out of Microsoft technologies. His recent focus is on Microsoft Fabric, but his background spans a wide range of platforms and tools across the data and analytics landscape.

Pierre LaFromboise is Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Covenant Technology Partners, where he leads the Data & AI consulting services solutions group. With over 25 years of experience leading, designing, and delivering data-driven solutions, Pierre ... Show more

I help organizations design, structure, and scale innovation and digital transformation initiatives by aligning strategy, technology, and execution.

With more than 8 years of experience across multiple industries, I have led cross-functional initiatives focused on improving business processes, enabling Agile ways of working, implementing digital solutions, and driving measurable value.

My work typically involves:

• Innovation & transformation initiatives
• Strategic programs & organizational change
• Agile operating models & workflows
• Metrics-driven decision making
• Stakeholder management & alignment

I bring a hybrid profile combining technology understanding, business thinking, and execution leadership, allowing me to operate effectively between strategic and operational layers.

I help organizations design, structure, and scale innovation and digital transformation initiatives by aligning strategy, technology, and execution. With more than 8 years of experience across multiple industries, I have led cross-functional initi... Show more

Venkata Sai Kishore Modalavalasa is Chief Architect & Engineering Leader at Straiker, building AI security products for AI-native apps at scale. With 15+ years in cybersecurity and distributed systems, he scaled Cyberfend to acquisition by Akamai, where he led bot detection and web security engineering. He’s an OWASP author contributing to AI Exchange, AIBOM, Top 10 for Agentic Applications, OWASP GenAI Security Project, creator and co-lead of OWASP FinBot CTF, and holds multiple security patents.

Venkata Sai Kishore Modalavalasa is Chief Architect & Engineering Leader at Straiker, building AI security products for AI-native apps at scale. With 15+ years in cybersecurity and distributed systems, he scaled Cyberfend to acquisition by Akamai, wh... Show more

Keynote: The Science of Self-Leadership: How Self-Regulation Drives Higher Performance

Lauren Cartigny is an Executive Coach (ICF PCC) and Leadership Trainer specialising in Self-Leadership for sustainable high-performance to reduce risks of burnout, increase engagement and deliver results.

She guides Founders, CEO and Executives to better understand themselves and master their mind-body connection, so they can lead from a place of well-being rather than survival, to preserve their health, their relationships and create a sustainable high-performance culture.

Drawing on 11 years in international tech sales at LinkedIn, Equinix, and Rackspace, Lauren brings commercial business acumen to her work. She bridges neuroscience, business psychology, and mindfulness with corporate methodologies to deliver results by solving people led issues in companies.

Lauren works with Executives across Europe from her base in London, and is fluent in French and English.

Keynote: The Science of Self-Leadership: How Self-Regulation Drives Higher Performance Lauren Cartigny is an Executive Coach (ICF PCC) and Leadership Trainer specialising in Self-Leadership for sustainable high-performance to reduce risks of burno... Show more

Oliver arbeitet bei der ALDI Süd Digital Services, in der Rolle des Scrum Master Chapter Leads. Als studierter Softwareentwickler kam er das erste mal im Jahr 2008 mit dem Thema Agilität in Berührung, was ihn bis heute dauerhaft prägt. Als Scrum Master gestaltete er zunächst die Einführung von Scrum bei sipgate mit. Immer mit einem Bein als Scrum Master unterwegs, arbeitet er Seit knapp 15 Jahren dabei immer auch als disziplinarischer Manager. Momentan liegt sein Fokus in der Führung und Ausrichtung der knapp 25 Scrum Master bei Aldi Süd, sowie der Gestaltung einer agilen skalierten Zusammenarbeits-Organisation. Oliver ist seit 2010 durchgehend zertifizierter CSM, CSPO und CSP der ScrumAlliance.
Er ist seit Jahren regelmäßig als Referent und Keynote-Speaker auf verschiedenen internationalen Events unterwegs, sowie in Programm-Ausschüssen bei z.B. der ReConf sowie der ManageAgile. Außerdem betätigt er sich nebenberuflich zusätzlich als Trainer und Coach in den Themen agile Leadership, agile HR, sowie ‘Scrum-Master Karrierepfade’.

Oliver arbeitet bei der ALDI Süd Digital Services, in der Rolle des Scrum Master Chapter Leads. Als studierter Softwareentwickler kam er das erste mal im Jahr 2008 mit dem Thema Agilität in Berührung, was ihn bis heute dauerhaft prägt. Als Scrum Mast... Show more