Business & Management

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

Prabhakar Damor

Prabhakar Damor

Cybersecurity leader, Independent director, Startup advisor & Tech entrepreneur.
On a mission to make humans the strongest link in cybersecurity. Researcher on predictive threat modelling, OSINT, Cloud, Threat intelligence,AI/ ML integration. Passionate about cultivating security mindset.

Cybersecurity leader, Independent director, Startup advisor & Tech entrepreneur. On a mission to make humans the strongest link in cybersecurity. Researcher on predictive threat modelling, OSINT, Cloud, Threat intelligence,AI/ ML integration. Passio... Show more

Tiago Caragliano

Tiago Caragliano

As Architect & CTO at Anubix, im a seasoned Cloud IT Leader with over a decade of experience. Developed deep expertise in multi-cloud, hybrid environments, and large-scale migrations. Im also GCP and AWS certified, bringing 7 and 2 years of hands-on experience, respectively, in DevOps and cloud operations.

As Architect & CTO at Anubix, im a seasoned Cloud IT Leader with over a decade of experience. Developed deep expertise in multi-cloud, hybrid environments, and large-scale migrations. Im also GCP and AWS certified, bringing 7 and 2 years of hands-on ... Show more

Anjuan Simmons

Anjuan Simmons

Anjuan Simmons is a technologist with a successful track record of delivering technology solutions from the user interface to the database. He is an energetic and informative speaker who presents at conferences, seminars, schools, and community centers around the world on topics including Agile software development, diversity, and leadership. Anjuan has an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from Texas A&M University.

Anjuan Simmons is a technologist with a successful track record of delivering technology solutions from the user interface to the database. He is an energetic and informative speaker who presents at conferences, seminars, schools, and community cente... Show more

Eric M. Flamm

Eric M. Flamm

Eric is an independent Business Intelligence consultant, serving a range of clients including service and manufacturing enterprises, startups, and non-profit organizations. His practice includes SQL Server-based projects as well as Excel, Office Automation, and the occasional Microsoft Access project. Eric works with the Atlanta PASS Chapter as the webmaster and has volunteered with SQL Saturday Atlanta since the first event (SQL Saturday #13). Recently, he has presented to SQL Saturday Atlanta, SQL Saturday Chicago, Atlanta Code Camp, the Atlanta Power BI chapter, and the Kennesaw (GA) Amazon Web Services Meetup group.

Eric is an independent Business Intelligence consultant, serving a range of clients including service and manufacturing enterprises, startups, and non-profit organizations. His practice includes SQL Server-based projects as well as Excel, Office Auto... Show more

Erica Foley

Erica Foley

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

Thomas Gebel

Thomas Gebel

Organisationen in Veränderungsprozessen mit psychologischem Tiefgang, methodischer Präzision und technologischem Verständnis begleiten, das motiviert mich immer wieder aufs Neue.

Als Wirtschaftspsychologe (M. Sc.), zertifizierter Mediator und erfahrener Projektleiter bringe ich fundierte Expertise in Organisationsentwicklung, Prozessmanagement und empirischer Forschung mit. Mein ganzheitlicher Beratungsansatz verbindet wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse mit praktischen Lösungen – speziell zugeschnitten auf die Anforderungen speziell von Hochschulen und Universitäten.

Organisationen in Veränderungsprozessen mit psychologischem Tiefgang, methodischer Präzision und technologischem Verständnis begleiten, das motiviert mich immer wieder aufs Neue. Als Wirtschaftspsychologe (M. Sc.), zertifizierter Mediator und erf... Show more

Kamil Panfil

Kamil Panfil

Kamil Panfil er CFO, styreleder og foredragsholder med bred erfaring fra både oppstartsbedrifter og etablerte selskaper. Han kombinerer solid finansforståelse med praktisk innsikt i teknologi, automatisering og ledelse. Kamil har jobbet med å bygge selskaper fra idé til skalering, ledet digitale transformasjonsprosesser og hjulpet ledere å ta smartere beslutninger raskere. På scenen er han kjent for sin energiske, ærlige og inspirerende stil som gjør komplekse temaer konkrete og relevante – enten det handler om vekst, strategi eller menneskene bak tallene.

Kamil Panfil er CFO, styreleder og foredragsholder med bred erfaring fra både oppstartsbedrifter og etablerte selskaper. Han kombinerer solid finansforståelse med praktisk innsikt i teknologi, automatisering og ledelse. Kamil har jobbet med å bygge s... Show more

Addie Rodman

Addie Rodman

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

Flavio Meneses

Flavio Meneses

I build Business Intelligence (BI) systems that help companies make smart decisions based on facts instead of gut feeling. I specialise in Power BI to do this.

As it’s often said, “if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it!”. In the real world, data is messy so I'm all about setting up robust systems to structure it right and eliminate mind-numbing manual tasks through automation.

The end result are highly captivating dashboards that leverage cutting edge BI tech and have an actual impact in day-to-day operations.

I build Business Intelligence (BI) systems that help companies make smart decisions based on facts instead of gut feeling. I specialise in Power BI to do this. As it’s often said, “if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it!”. In the real world,... Show more

Ankit Mehta

Ankit Mehta

Ankit Mehta is the CEO of Codewave, a cloud services company specializing in presales consulting, implementation services, and solution services including DevOps, FinOps, DevSecOps, and cloud migration across Southeast Asia. With deep expertise in cloud security, cost optimization, and enterprise infrastructure, Ankit works with organizations navigating complex cloud transformations on AWS and AliCloud. He is passionate about helping businesses understand emerging security risks and building resilient cloud environments. Based in Bangkok, Ankit actively contributes to the regional tech community through webinars, partnerships, and industry events focused on cloud security and operational excellence

Ankit Mehta is the CEO of Codewave, a cloud services company specializing in presales consulting, implementation services, and solution services including DevOps, FinOps, DevSecOps, and cloud migration across Southeast Asia. With deep expertise in cl... Show more

Clement Becache

Clement Becache

Agiliste depuis une dizaine d'années, j'ai plaisir à développer les échanges et la réflexion autour de l'épanouissement de chacun.

Agiliste depuis une dizaine d'années, j'ai plaisir à développer les échanges et la réflexion autour de l'épanouissement de chacun. Show more

Steve Fenton

Steve Fenton

Steve Fenton is a Principal DevEx Researcher at Octopus Deploy, a DORA Community Guide, and an 8-time Microsoft MVP with more than two decades of experience in software delivery. He has written books on TypeScript (Apress, InfoQ), Octopus Deploy, and Web Operations. Steve has worked in the role of Software Engineer, SDET, Development Manager, and Director of Product and Data in a range of startups, SMEs, and enterprises.

Steve Fenton is a Principal DevEx Researcher at Octopus Deploy, a DORA Community Guide, and an 8-time Microsoft MVP with more than two decades of experience in software delivery. He has written books on TypeScript (Apress, InfoQ), Octopus Deploy, and... Show more

Heather Wilde Renze

Heather Wilde Renze

Heather Wilde is CTO of TheDifference and is also known as the Unicorn Whisperer because of her special focus on entrepreneurs. She is a professional growth expert, executive coach, best-selling author, and speaker. One of the founding team of Evernote, and co-founder of TWIP, she has won multiple awards for her writing, technology, coaching, and mentorship, including the 2020 International Impact Award for her latest book, "Birth of a Unicorn".

Both a patent inventor and game designer, she is trailblazing the way for other women to do the same.
She has appeared on Huffpost Live and ABC News, and has appeared in Mashable, BBC News, Huffington Post, and in the Wall Street Journal as well as many other industry publications. Her clients cover North America, Australia, Asia, and the Middle East and she offers training internationally on tech topics such as Cybersecurity, Anticipatory Design, and the Dangers of Overwork.

Wilde's popular Inc and Forbes columns span social media, entrepreneurialism, startups, leadership, fundraising, and diversity issues. She lives in Las Vegas.

Heather Wilde is CTO of TheDifference and is also known as the Unicorn Whisperer because of her special focus on entrepreneurs. She is a professional growth expert, executive coach, best-selling author, and speaker. One of the founding team of Everno... Show more

Dorcas Ndung'u

Dorcas Ndung'u

Founder and product builder documenting the journey from idea to execution.
I share practical lessons on starting, validating, and building real products, the good, the bad and the ugly.

Founder and product builder documenting the journey from idea to execution. I share practical lessons on starting, validating, and building real products, the good, the bad and the ugly. Show more

Sandeep Nath, Dr.

Sandeep Nath, Dr.

Dr. Sandeep Nath - recipient of the CXO2.0 Visionary Award - is an internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, and Coach. Widely recognized as the bridge between Consciousness and Business, his doctoral thesis establishes how Ethics and Sustainability can drive Profitability.

Leading with the habits of RENEWALism, Dr. Nath works with organization leaders who are ready to embrace the fourth industrial revolution, with empowering practices that foster resilience and peak performance. By integrating the science of inner power with the demands of scalable growth, he helps companies align People, Purpose, and Process from the inside out, ensuring that profitability is a natural byproduct of capacitated leadership.

Ranked among Thinkers360's Top-30 APAC Thought Leaders, Dr. Nath's insights are grounded in 2025-26 data showing that conscious businesses now outperform traditional competitors by over 40% in talent retention and long-term valuation. He is the founder of the RENEWALism Movement and serves as a catalyst for the "Global Wisdom Workforce."

An IIT-IIM alumnus, in 1997 he founded and ran a successful Communications & Culture Consulting Company. In 2010, he handed the company to the other Directors and headed to the Himalayas in search of higher purpose and the drivers of our energy. Subsequently he embraced Tibetan Buddhism philosophies and worked to empower entrepreneurs in remote rural India.

By 2016, he was a sought-after Professional Speaker and Inner Power Coach, and by 2020 he had taken ancient oriental wisdom to more than 46 cities across four continents. An Author of four books, Reiki Master, Business Qigong guide, award-winning Mindfulness facilitator, member on various Boards, and a Top-50 Future of Work expert, Dr. Nath specializes in overcoming complex business challenges by empowering individual habits. His mission in the current decade is to raise human consciousness.

Some of his works include:
• Arrive At Success: Conscious Commerce in Action
• RENEWAL: The 30 Habits to Renew the Planet
• Timeless: Inspirational posts for Busy People
• The Emptiness of Success: Fulfillment, Freedom, and Flow
• Substack Newsletter: Fortnightly Realignment

Dr. Nath offers long-term consulting and coaching for organizations that meet specific criteria. To see if your organization’s profile matches, visit RENEWALism.com/companies.

To discuss your organization’s transformation or to schedule a no-obligation consultation, visit SandeepNath.com/ama.

Dr. Sandeep Nath - recipient of the CXO2.0 Visionary Award - is an internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, and Coach. Widely recognized as the bridge between Consciousness and Business, his doctoral thesis establishes how Ethics and Sustainability... Show more

Aaron Stannard

Aaron Stannard

Aaron is the founder and CTO of Petabridge, and the co-founder of the Akka.NET open-source project. Prior to Petabridge, Aaron founded MarkedUp Analytics, a real-time in-app marketing and analytics service used by 1000+ developers. Prior to that he worked at Microsoft as a Startup Developer Evangelist.

Aaron is the founder and CTO of Petabridge, and the co-founder of the Akka.NET open-source project. Prior to Petabridge, Aaron founded MarkedUp Analytics, a real-time in-app marketing and analytics service used by 1000+ developers. Prior to that he w... Show more

Vinnie Gill

Vinnie Gill

Vinnie brings over 20 years of global expertise in the Product and Delivery space, having worked with more than 100 teams and trained over 800 professionals. She has worked across sectors like IT and Business Agility, particularly in HR, Marketing, and Finance.
Her work has led to significant improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and cultural transformation by enhancing communication and engagement.

She makes this happen by helping product and delivery leaders overcome challenges that impact team performance, delivery speed, and product success. By applying systems thinking, team dynamics expertise, and agile principles and practices, she works with leaders to align outcomes ensuring sustainable results.

Her industry expertise includes mining, engineering, retail, education, automotive, security, government, energy, oil and gas and financial services. She has a robust background in Project Management, Delivery, Product, HR, Start-ups, and Strategy.

As an active member of the agile community and an international conference speaker, Vinnie is renowned for delivering actionable insights through engaging storytelling and humour. Her extensive international and cross-cultural experience enriches her dynamic approach.

Vinnie brings over 20 years of global expertise in the Product and Delivery space, having worked with more than 100 teams and trained over 800 professionals. She has worked across sectors like IT and Business Agility, particularly in HR, Marketing, a... Show more

Benito van Breugel

Benito van Breugel

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

Ramit Paul

Ramit Paul

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven track record of implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations solutions across diverse industries.

I am passionate about streamlining business processes, enhancing service innovation, and enabling customer value. I have successfully led and contributed to multiple projects involving finance, operations, supply chain, and retail modules, using agile methodologies and Six Sigma tools. I am also skilled in Microsoft products and business analysis, and I constantly seek to expand my knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving field of Microsoft Dynamics 365.

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven tra... Show more

Wilfred Kluin

Wilfred Kluin

Wilfred Kluin is a passionate data consultant with over 20 years of experience in Business Intelligence. Through projects across the Netherlands and abroad, he has developed a strong ability to translate business objectives into clear and effective data visualizations. His work for organizations such as Gatwick Airport and FrieslandCampina sparked a deep interest in the theory behind visualization, with frameworks by Stephen Few and Andy Kirk serving as key influences.

Wilfred currently works as Team Lead Data & Analytics at Fellowmind, where he combines leadership responsibilities with his enduring passion for data visualization.

Wilfred Kluin is a passionate data consultant with over 20 years of experience in Business Intelligence. Through projects across the Netherlands and abroad, he has developed a strong ability to translate business objectives into clear and effective d... Show more

Doneyli De Jesus

Doneyli De Jesus

Doneyli is a Principal Architect @ ClickHouse, as the primary technical advisor for organizations. He provides deep expertise in crafting tailored AI & Data solutions that align with customer goals. With over 20 years in Data and AI, from development to solution architecture, he leverages his robust skillset to guide organizations toward innovative solutions that transform their operations.

Inside ClickHouse, he is deeply involved in cross-functional product development and deployment collaboration. He is often spearheading demonstrations and presentations to showcase AI capabilities.

Additionally, with his background in executive advising, data strategy, and solutions architecture, he dedicates time to mentoring data professionals, aiming to elevate their careers within the tech industry.

Doneyli is a Principal Architect @ ClickHouse, as the primary technical advisor for organizations. He provides deep expertise in crafting tailored AI & Data solutions that align with customer goals. With over 20 years in Data and AI, from development... Show more

Ceri Newton-Sargunar

Ceri Newton-Sargunar

Ceri is an interactions specialist, chaologist and trainee neuroscientist, adept at helping people at all levels work together more effectively. With a background in teaching, she's poised to make evidence-based research accessible and useful to leaders who care about a more effective approach.

As a qualified coach, and a team dynamics & systemic interventions consultant with more than a decade of hands-on experience working with senior leadership teams in government, large multinational private and public organisations and fledgling start-ups, Ceri is at her best when she's helping you and your people find some calm in the chaos.

Tea in hand, Ceri works globally and is continually delighted to speak with audiences worldwide, mostly about the beautiful intermingling of behavioural science and hopeful future-focused transformation.

She also loves researching and talking about brains - because once a nerd, always a nerd...

Ceri is an interactions specialist, chaologist and trainee neuroscientist, adept at helping people at all levels work together more effectively. With a background in teaching, she's poised to make evidence-based research accessible and useful to lead... Show more

Joel Benge

Joel Benge

Joel Benge is a recovering cybersecurity analyst, speaker, author, and messaging consultant who helps highly technical people communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. He works with cybersecurity startups, engineers, and technical founders who are tired of being misunderstood, ignored, or oversimplified.

Joel is the author of Be a Nerd That Talks Good and the host of the “Nerds That Talk Good” podcast, where he interviews hackers, technologists, and builders about turning expertise into messages that actually land. His work focuses on practical frameworks—diagnostics, narrative structures, and game-based tools—that help smart people stay smart while becoming more effective communicators.

He has spoken at cybersecurity and tech events including DEF CON and CyberMarketingCon, and regularly runs hands-on workshops for technical teams who want to sharpen how they explain risk, systems, and ideas—without resorting to buzzwords or hype.

Joel Benge is a recovering cybersecurity analyst, speaker, author, and messaging consultant who helps highly technical people communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. He works with cybersecurity startups, engineers, and technical founders wh... Show more

Walter Calcagno Lucares

Walter Calcagno Lucares

In my professional career, I have contributed to the digital transformation of the mining, retail and finance sectors, specializing in the creation of analytical architectures in both Microsoft and AWS. My focus is on migrating analytical infrastructures to the cloud and implementing cutting-edge solutions for handling large volumes of data.

As co-founder of Unlearni, I lead the way in digital education, facilitating continuous learning and practical application of business intelligence and data analytics. My mission is to empower organizations to make data-driven strategic decisions, and I achieve that through my experience as a Microsoft MVP Data Platform and my passion for sharing knowledge in the field of data engineering.

I have also had the fortune to write the book "Arquitectura e Ingenieria de Datos" by Editorial Anaya Multimedia where I intend to democratize the understanding of these roles and functions in data for spanish spoken people who are starting out on the path of data.

In my professional career, I have contributed to the digital transformation of the mining, retail and finance sectors, specializing in the creation of analytical architectures in both Microsoft and AWS. My focus is on migrating analytical infrastruct... Show more

Barbara Jones

Barbara Jones

Barbara Jones is a Technical Program Manager and Consultant for Insight Enterprises, where she has built a reputation for driving results-driven technical outcomes for Fortune 500 clients. With a passion for bridging the gap between complex technology and strategic business goals, Barbara specializes in leading cross-functional teams through successful cloud, data, and AI initiatives. She holds an MBA from Purdue University, a PMP certification, and multiple Microsoft technical certifications, including Azure (AZ-900), AI (AI-900), and Power Platform (PL-900).
As a recognized thought leader in project management and technical execution, Barbara has shared her expertise at several national conferences. Her recent speaking engagements include presentations at the PMI Global Summit 2024, Agile 2024, and the Insight Enterprises Mastery Event in 2022. She brings a practical, human-centric approach to her sessions, empowering IT leaders to navigate technical conflicts, build continuous improvement cultures, and adopt emerging technologies.
Beyond her professional and speaking endeavors, Barbara is a passionate advocate for Women in Technology. She is deeply committed to giving back to her community and actively volunteers, mentors, and fundraises for organizations that empower women and underrepresented groups, including IT Women, INROADS, and Dress for Success.

Barbara Jones is a Technical Program Manager and Consultant for Insight Enterprises, where she has built a reputation for driving results-driven technical outcomes for Fortune 500 clients. With a passion for bridging the gap between complex technolog... Show more

Michaël Pilaeten

Michaël Pilaeten

Breaking the system, helping to rebuild it, and providing advice and guidance on how to avoid problems. That’s me in a nutshell. With over 20 years of experience in software consultancy in a variety of environments, I have seen the best (and worst) in software development. I’m responsible for guiding consultants, partners, and customers on their personal and professional path towards excellence. I’m chair of the ISTQB Advanced work group, author and international keynote speaker

Breaking the system, helping to rebuild it, and providing advice and guidance on how to avoid problems. That’s me in a nutshell. With over 20 years of experience in software consultancy in a variety of environments, I have seen the best (and worst) i... Show more

Kelli Lucas

Kelli Lucas

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile experiences for startups and enterprise clients alike. She’s designed for FinTech, healthcare, publishing, sports, advertising, education, logistics, and more.

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile e... Show more

David Hrncir

David Hrncir

David Hrncir has been solving "Big Data" problems since before the industry had a name for them. As a veteran software and data engineer at Fivetran, David’s career is defined by a singular, defiant mission: the total elimination of non-value-added activities. Having architected data ecosystems for Fortune 500 giants across every vertical, David is a leading advocate for Open Data Infrastructure (ODI) and end-to-end automation. He believes that in the age of AI, building complex, manual data integrations is a relic of the past that hinders true innovation. Today, David partners with global tech leaders to prove that when organizations stop "moving" data and start "utilizing" it, they unlock the real potential of AI and modern analytics. Known for his "no challenge is too big" attitude, David balances technical rigor with a philosophical approach to data—making him a favorite on expert panels and hands-on labs alike.

David Hrncir has been solving "Big Data" problems since before the industry had a name for them. As a veteran software and data engineer at Fivetran, David’s career is defined by a singular, defiant mission: the total elimination of non-value-added a... Show more

Tom Siebeneicher

Tom Siebeneicher

I help large engineering organizations improve flow, resilience, and delivery speed at scale. Building on global speaking experience and now driving continuous improvement for 1,300+ engineers at TechNL, I focus on DevSecOps, engineering effectiveness, developer experience, and product-oriented ways of working.

I help large engineering organizations improve flow, resilience, and delivery speed at scale. Building on global speaking experience and now driving continuous improvement for 1,300+ engineers at TechNL, I focus on DevSecOps, engineering effectivenes... Show more

Aura Buison

Aura Buison

Aura Buison was a CPA back in the Philippines. Her early career was spent working as an auditor at PwC. She later transitioned and became a Consultant/Solutions Architect for Axapta 3.0 until the latest version D365 F&O. She has over 20 years of experience in F&O Finance, and Project Management and Accounting modules.

Currently a Solutions Architect at Kroll.

Aura Buison was a CPA back in the Philippines. Her early career was spent working as an auditor at PwC. She later transitioned and became a Consultant/Solutions Architect for Axapta 3.0 until the latest version D365 F&O. She has over 20 years of expe... Show more

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