Dominik Schmidle is a Product Lead at Giant Swarm, driving the company's (agent) platform strategy. He's on a mission to simplify developers' lives through intuitive platforms, built for humans and their agents alike. He's a published author, CNCF Platform Engineering TCG contributor, and recent speaking highlights include KubeCon EU's Platform Engineering Day, the WeAreDevelopers World Congress, and Cloud Native Summit Munich.

Dominik Schmidle is a Product Lead at Giant Swarm, driving the company's (agent) platform strategy. He's on a mission to simplify developers' lives through intuitive platforms, built for humans and their agents alike. He's a published author, CNCF Pl... Show more

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

Kishawna Peck is the founder of Woven, a company she started in 2018 to advance women in data and AI. She created Canada's first conference for women in data and built a community that's reached more than 6,000 professionals.

She advises companies on AI strategy and product development - from startups to enterprises. She also teaches women in data and AI how to build consulting businesses, price their work, and position themselves as experts.

Her work has been featured in The Globe and Mail, Breakfast Television, and CP24. She previously served as Toronto Public Library's AI Innovator in Residence. She has a Master's in AI Management from Queen's University and over a decade of experience in data strategy.

Kishawna Peck is the founder of Woven, a company she started in 2018 to advance women in data and AI. She created Canada's first conference for women in data and built a community that's reached more than 6,000 professionals. She advises companies... Show more

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped his combined expertise in technical and business realms.

Over the past 20 years, Fernandez has overseen more than 250 projects across four continents and 25 countries, delivering technical solutions in content, commerce, mobile, and martech for some of the world’s most renowned companies. From writing code as a developer and designing systems as an architect to training teams, serving as a CTO, advising global enterprises, defining product roadmaps, and developing marketing strategies, he has taken on nearly every role in technology and digital innovation.

Fernandez has led multicultural teams of managers, content experts, engineers, strategists, and architects (he is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English). His professional mission is to constantly close the gap between business vision and technical execution. His work in media, retail, banking, hospitality, telecoms, and technology has given him a comprehensive view of the possibilities and challenges businesses face in the digital age.

Currently serving as Executive Director of Technology in VML, Fernandez is focused on the future of content, marketing, and automation platforms, investigating how companies can produce, distribute, and profit from emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, composable architectures, and data-driven personalization.

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped ... Show more

With more than 18 years in the software industry, Luisa has evolved from being passionate about writing great code to focusing on building and nurturing high-performing teams. A Certified Encouragement Consultant and Empowering People in the Workplace Facilitator, she brings together deep technical expertise and a talent for fostering human-centered growth.

Since 2019, Luisa has delivered engaging talks and hands-on workshops that inspire teams and individuals to achieve their full potential. Her unique approach empowers organizations to drive both technological innovation and positive, sustainable change through collaboration and impactful leadership.

With more than 18 years in the software industry, Luisa has evolved from being passionate about writing great code to focusing on building and nurturing high-performing teams. A Certified Encouragement Consultant and Empowering People in the Workplac... Show more

Rutuja has a background in Computer Science and a Master’s in Data and Knowledge Engineering. With nearly 9 years of experience, she has managed a diverse portfolio of leading industry clients while working across analytics, visualization, and AI strategy. She has led data initiatives, delivered BI solutions, and driven GenAI implementations across multiple business domains. Beyond her consulting work, Rutuja is a mentor, Design Thinking coach, and experienced public speaker who translates complex technical challenges into human-centered solutions.

Rutuja has a background in Computer Science and a Master’s in Data and Knowledge Engineering. With nearly 9 years of experience, she has managed a diverse portfolio of leading industry clients while working across analytics, visualization, and AI str... Show more

I’m a Senior Data Engineering Leader at Amazon with over 17 years of experience building enterprise-scale data platforms that power analytics, AI, and revenue-critical decision systems. I lead large data engineering organizations responsible for petabyte-scale infrastructure, thousands of pipelines, and globally distributed stakeholders.

My work sits at the intersection of enterprise data architecture, governance design, and AI-enabled platform strategy. I’ve led multi-year data transformation initiatives, built GenAI-enabled data platforms, and driven cross-organizational alignment to establish authoritative, trusted data foundations for multi-billion-dollar businesses.

I focus on designing governance-first architectures that balance autonomy with control - enabling enterprises to innovate rapidly while maintaining interoperability, security, and compliance at scale.

I’m a Senior Data Engineering Leader at Amazon with over 17 years of experience building enterprise-scale data platforms that power analytics, AI, and revenue-critical decision systems. I lead large data engineering organizations responsible for peta... Show more

As the Founder and CEO of Runink, Daniel Paes builds the Actionable autonomous infrastructure that transforms enterprise logistics into highly optimized, cost-efficient operations. By aligning data platform engineering and infrastructure automation with strict FinOps and DevSecOps standards, he guarantees rapid digital transformation ROI and seamless technology adoption for heavy industrial supply chains. Beyond leading Runink's product vision, Daniel drives industry-wide innovation as a FINOS Ambassador and corporate trainer for Les Affaires. His strategic insights on physical data governance and edge execution have been featured across premier platforms, including Web Summit, the Linux Foundation Open Source Finance Forum, the 100 Open Startups awards, Salon Connexion, and the 5º Congresso Latino-Americano de Casos de Open Innovation.

As the Founder and CEO of Runink, Daniel Paes builds the Actionable autonomous infrastructure that transforms enterprise logistics into highly optimized, cost-efficient operations. By aligning data platform engineering and infrastructure automation w... Show more

Success Aisagbonbu is an accomplished Business Analyst, Functional Consultant, and Strategic Leader specializing in enterprise ERP transformations with a core focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O). Sitting at the intersection of executive vision and technical execution, Success translates complex business needs into streamlined, scalable systems—integrating practical enterprise Al, including Microsoft Copilot, to maximize operational efficiency and drive measurable business value.
Beyond functional architecture, Success is a passionate advocate for human-centered change management, strategic leadership, and elevating women in technology. Whether guiding cross-functional teams through high-stakes ERP rollouts or championing diversity in the tech ecosystem, she is dedicated to transforming how organizations leverage technology while inspiring the next generation of women tech leaders.

Success Aisagbonbu is an accomplished Business Analyst, Functional Consultant, and Strategic Leader specializing in enterprise ERP transformations with a core focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O). Sitting at the intersectio... Show more

William Timlen, CPA, has three decades of experience in tax, accounting, and management. He focuses on partnership taxation and passive activity loss rules, with solid experience in profit-and-loss allocations and distributions. He advises borrowers on the tax implications of debt restructurings and distressed real estate transactions, including foreclosures, deeds-in-lieu, and bankruptcy. He also works with real estate owners and developers on tax planning. He provides advisory support to high-net-worth individuals and families, including guidance during complex federal and state tax examinations.

He joined a New York-based firm in 2016 as a Tax Partner in its Real Estate Group, part of a top-15 international tax advisory firm. Over the past 10 years, William has generated more than $2 million in new business, including $1 million in 2018, while working with major participants in the NYC real estate market. He strengthened the group by recruiting experienced professionals across tax and audit practices. As a member of the leadership committee, he helps guide the real estate practice's direction, including thought leadership, business development, education, and branding. He is also a member of a national accounting organization.

He began his career in 1993 at a CPA firm in Princeton, New Jersey, where he worked for four years. He prepared tax workpapers and federal and state tax returns for partnerships, individuals, corporations, and trusts. He also reviewed financial statements, researched tax matters, and supported client communication. In 1998, Timlen joined a global firm as a Supervising Senior, where he prepared audit workpapers for Fortune 100 companies in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries.

He later founded his own accounting firm in Princeton, New Jersey, focusing on tax consulting for high-net-worth individuals, real estate partnerships, and corporations. Within the first three years, he built a business generating more than $600K annually. After 10 years, he joined a New York firm as a Tax Manager, where he reviewed complex returns, advised on like-kind exchanges, and represented clients before tax authorities. William then served for seven years as a Tax Principal at another firm, managing client relationships, leading engagements, and supporting business development and operational improvements.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from a college in Rhode Island, where he played Division 1 baseball for four years. He attended high school in New Jersey and was an All-State baseball player for two years.

William Timlen was born and raised in New Jersey and lives in New Canaan, Connecticut, with his family. He is married and has two sons in college. One is a senior at a university in Connecticut, and the other is a junior at a university in Miami. He enjoys golf, is a member of a country club in Greenwich, and likes traveling across the U.S. and abroad. He will be celebrating his 55th birthday this May.

William Timlen, CPA, has three decades of experience in tax, accounting, and management. He focuses on partnership taxation and passive activity loss rules, with solid experience in profit-and-loss allocations and distributions. He advises borrowers ... Show more

Dalibor is Director of AI at RAYVN, a critical event management platform used in more than 90 countries.
He has twenty years in technology as a developer and team lead, with the last years focusing on generative AI, covering both company-wide adoption and getting AI into production. Before RAYVN he was AI-tools Practice Lead for 700 consultants making sure that all employees and customers get the most out of available AI tools.

In his free time, he writes and creates content teaching people how to adopt AI.

Dalibor is Director of AI at RAYVN, a critical event management platform used in more than 90 countries. He has twenty years in technology as a developer and team lead, with the last years focusing on generative AI, covering both company-wide adopti... Show more

Ankita Gupta is the Co-Founder and CEO of Akto, an Agentic AI Security platform focused on securing AI agents across Enterprises. She brings more than 15 years of experience across cybersecurity, engineering, enterprise software, and go-to-market leadership, with prior roles at VMware, LinkedIn, and JPMorgan Chase. She holds a masters degree from Dartmouth College.

Ankita is a leading voice in modern application and AI security, recognized across industry communities including Black Hat USA, OWASP, Defcon, RSA, and GraphQLConf. She serves on the CSA AI Safety Council and is a member of the Forbes Technology Council. Her AI Security newsletter reaches 5,000+ subscribers, and her work is followed by a security community of over 25,000 professionals on LinkedIn.

Her focus areas include securing autonomous AI behavior, building Enterprise AI Governance programs, and AI Security strategy for emerging risks around AI agents and MCP ecosystems.

Ankita Gupta is the Co-Founder and CEO of Akto, an Agentic AI Security platform focused on securing AI agents across Enterprises. She brings more than 15 years of experience across cybersecurity, engineering, enterprise software, and go-to-market lea... Show more

Francis Walsh III has dedicated his professional life to leading and strengthening a long-established American logistics company. As chairman and chief executive officer, he oversees a nationwide operation that has continued to expand since 1952 while remaining focused on the fundamental work of hauling freight, protecting shipments, and supporting customers who depend on reliable performance.

He leads a third-generation, family-owned business operating across transportation, logistics, supply chain, and storage from its headquarters in New Jersey. The organization provides integrated services that address the full range of supply-chain needs, built on reliability, coordination, and disciplined execution.

His connection to the industry began early in life. Raised in a family deeply involved in transportation and logistics, he was exposed to the realities and pressures of the business from a young age. Warehouses, terminals, trucks, and schedules were familiar parts of daily experience, shaping an understanding of how decisions made at the executive level affect people working throughout operations.

When Francis joined the company full-time in February of 1994, Francis Walsh brought practical knowledge developed through years of observation and hands-on involvement. Rather than stepping into leadership removed from daily operations, he learned the business by engaging directly with its many functions. Over time, he advanced through every level of the organization and ultimately assumed leadership following more than four decades of family stewardship. He views employees as an extension of family and clients as long-term partners, reflected in relationships that have endured for decades.

That operational foundation continues to guide his leadership approach. As a former airline executive, he evaluates growth and strategy with an operator’s mindset, emphasizing efficiency, safety, and accountability. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its national network of facilities, equipment, and transportation assets while maintaining consistent execution.

A defining focus of his leadership has been cargo security. As supply-chain risks have grown more complex, Walsh has invested in systems, training, and procedures designed to safeguard customer assets. These efforts have contributed to industry recognition and supported a reputation for dependability, even during periods of widespread disruption.

Beyond daily operations, he remains committed to community involvement and philanthropy, guided by values shaped early in life and carried forward with his family. For Francis Walsh of Saddle River, leadership is rooted in preparation, steady judgment, and responsibility, with decisions made to endure over time rather than serve short-term interests.

Francis Walsh III has dedicated his professional life to leading and strengthening a long-established American logistics company. As chairman and chief executive officer, he oversees a nationwide operation that has continued to expand since 1952 whil... Show more

Amanda Hua is founder and CEO of Apova, building Agent Atlas, an execution platform for enterprise AI. A Turing Frontier Fellow and two-time 2026 CloudX/API World industry award winner, she has 20+ years of engineering and technology leadership experience spanning PayPal, Apple, Ripple, Rivian, and Anywhere Real Estate.

Amanda Hua is founder and CEO of Apova, building Agent Atlas, an execution platform for enterprise AI. A Turing Frontier Fellow and two-time 2026 CloudX/API World industry award winner, she has 20+ years of engineering and technology leadership exper... Show more

Laura Bacher is an operations and AI leader with more than a decade of experience helping organizations work smarter, move faster, and navigate change. As a leader at Global Prairie, the world's highest-ranked Certified B Corporation, a 100% employee-owned and women-owned marketing firm, she specializes in driving business transformation through technology, process optimization, and organizational change.

Known for bringing order to complexity, Laura combines expertise in operations strategy, project management, cybersecurity, AI enablement, and technology adoption to turn ambitious ideas into measurable outcomes. She leads initiatives that improve operational efficiency, strengthen collaboration, enhance security, and accelerate the successful adoption of new ways of working.

A passionate advocate for responsible AI, Laura helps organizations move from AI curiosity to AI capability. Through practical guidance, governance frameworks, and real-world implementation strategies, she empowers teams to leverage emerging technologies to increase productivity, reduce friction, and unlock new opportunities for growth.

When she's not transforming how teams work, Laura can be found in Columbus, Ohio, with her husband, daughter, and two dogs, firmly convinced that one dog is never enough.

Laura Bacher is an operations and AI leader with more than a decade of experience helping organizations work smarter, move faster, and navigate change. As a leader at Global Prairie, the world's highest-ranked Certified B Corporation, a 100% employee... Show more

Robbie Janes is the Director of Marketing at Sabre Limited, a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central partner specializing in manufacturing. A journalism graduate with more than eight years of professional digital marketing experience, Robbie focuses on PPC, SEO, AI-driven search strategy, and emerging AEO techniques that enhance brand visibility across traditional search engines and generative AI platforms.

Grounded in storytelling and research-based communication, Robbie specializes in creating content that educates and converts.

Robbie Janes is the Director of Marketing at Sabre Limited, a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central partner specializing in manufacturing. A journalism graduate with more than eight years of professional digital marketing experience, Robbie focuses... Show more

Kirsten is the Founder of Dynamic Talent Solutions LLC and HireSummit.io, where she helps organizations build scalable talent ecosystems through strategy & process refinement, and community-driven hiring while connecting exceptional people with meaningful careers.

A long-time leader in the cybersecurity community, Kirsten is best known for her speaking, mentorship, volunteer leadership, and unwavering commitment to helping others grow. She has delivered more than 50 presentations at conferences including DEF CON, ShmooCon, and BSides events across the country.

After co-founding Car Hacking Village in 2015 and spending nearly a decade helping build and lead it, Kirsten joined the ICS Village Board, where she supports village ops and leads the Workforce Development initiative. She previously directed BSLV HireGround and continues to lead the BSidesCharm Hiring Village.

Kirsten is also the author of CLIMB, a career development book focused on helping professionals grow intentionally, with proceeds donated back to the cybersecurity community.

With more than 20 years in technical recruiting, Kirsten is passionate about helping people navigate their careers, especially transitioning service members, veterans, and those looking to break into cybersecurity. Whether through mentoring, resume reviews, interview coaching, or simply making the right introduction, she believes the greatest impact comes from helping others succeed.

Over the years, Kirsten has reviewed ton of resumes, coached countless professionals and interviewed & hired thousands of professionals. She supported the successful rapid growth and strategic scale of multiple PE portfolio companies leading to their acquisitions.

When she's not working, you'll likely find her running an ultra, visiting her two adult sons (and grand-fur-babies), or at a con near you. If you see her, don't hesitate to say hello, she's always happy to help... and rarely turns down a selfie. ❤️

"Willingness & ability to learn is the greatest qualifier"

Kirsten is the Founder of Dynamic Talent Solutions LLC and HireSummit.io, where she helps organizations build scalable talent ecosystems through strategy & process refinement, and community-driven hiring while connecting exceptional people with meani... Show more

Kristine is a Solution Architect at CRMK and Microsoft MVP in Business Applications. She specializes in modern customer service and contact center solutions built on Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Copilot Studio, helping organizations unify CRM, automation and AI to deliver smarter customer experiences.

Kristine is a Solution Architect at CRMK and Microsoft MVP in Business Applications. She specializes in modern customer service and contact center solutions built on Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Copilot Studio, helping organizations unify CRM, a... Show more

Lisa Sims is an Assistant Professor in the Business Information Systems program and Web & Mobile App Emphasis at the University of Arizona Global Campus, where she also serves as Lead Faculty Advisor for the Women in STEM Club. She brings more than seventeen years of experience teaching web development, software development, and information technology courses across seven online universities.

Before and alongside her work in higher education, Lisa built a career spanning more than twenty years in information technology across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Her professional experience includes roles such as Programmer/Analyst, Web and Database Developer, and Webmaster, as well as consulting work with organizations including AT&T, UPS, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Lisa is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration in Information Systems at Liberty University and was inducted into the Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society in recognition of her doctoral academic achievement. She is also the author of eight books and the creator and host of the Stretching A Dollar For Entrepreneurs podcast, where she shares practical strategies to help entrepreneurs grow and promote their businesses while making the most of their resources.

Lisa Sims is an Assistant Professor in the Business Information Systems program and Web & Mobile App Emphasis at the University of Arizona Global Campus, where she also serves as Lead Faculty Advisor for the Women in STEM Club. She brings more than s... Show more

Jenny Cuevas is a Microsoft-certified Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant with a strong track record of leading successful enterprise-level digital transformations. Her journey with Dynamics CRM began as an end user with an on-premises CRM 2011 implementation, where she transitioned from SME to PM—a move that launched her career in technology.

Jenny advanced through the ranks to Director of Software Solutions, leading a team responsible for delivering and maintaining business-critical systems. She later focused on Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE) and the Power Platform, deepening her expertise in Microsoft cloud technologies.

With extensive experience spearheading large-scale D365 CE implementations, Jenny leads cross-functional teams through complex digital transformation initiatives. Her work encompasses requirements gathering, business analysis, solution design, product configuration, close collaboration with technical teams, client relationship management, and driving user adoption strategies—all within an agile-based delivery framework.

Known for her ability to translate business needs into scalable, user-friendly Microsoft solutions, Jenny is a leader that delivers measurable impact across the full project lifecycle.

Jenny Cuevas is a Microsoft-certified Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant with a strong track record of leading successful enterprise-level digital transformations. Her journey with Dynamics CRM began as an end user with an on-premises CRM 2011 implem... Show more

Jim Bob Howard is first a husband, father, and grandfather. For fun, he gets to work and play with SharePoint and all things 365.

Jim Bob has invested over 30 years in software development and website management for companies of all sizes. For most of the last 20 years, he has applied his expertise to SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive Architecture, and in his current role as Sr. Collaboration Architect for Cyclotron, LLC, based in San Francisco. Jim Bob lives in Chattanooga, TN.

Jim Bob is heavily involved in the SharePoint community globally, having organized SharePoint Saturdays in Austin, TX; Nairobi, Kenya; and Nashville,TN. He has spoken on SharePoint and Collaboration at dozens of events.

Jim Bob Howard is first a husband, father, and grandfather. For fun, he gets to work and play with SharePoint and all things 365. Jim Bob has invested over 30 years in software development and website management for companies of all sizes. For mos... Show more

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a specialization in Instructional Design, and certifications in User Experience.

She is the CEO of Command Z Studio and the Command Z podcast, where she explores trends and challenges in design. Additionally, she produces other design-focused podcasts, including Design Tracks from Design Matters and If U Seek from the company Useberry. She is also the CTO and Co-Founder of Yestoday, an innovative software that blends creativity and functionality for entrepreneurs and creatives, ensuring that technology transforms ideas into tangible realities.

With over a decade of experience, Layshi has worked on international projects and has been a speaker at prestigious events such as Design Matters, South by Southwest, Interaction Foundation, and the 2020 Ibero-American Biennial, where she was a finalist. She has created educational materials used in more than 16 countries and has spoken at over 30 international conferences. Her commitment is to make every digital experience accessible and effective, changing the world one pixel at a time.

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a... Show more

Denyse Drummond-Dunn is a leadership speaker, author, and former Global Head of Consumer Excellence at Nestlé.

Across 130+ markets and cross-functional environments, Denyse has worked with professionals who carry strategy into execution, often without formal authority.

Denyse teaches practical tools that turn strong work into recognised impact: decision-ready communication, stakeholder traction, and reputation-building that feels authentic.

Her sessions are known for clarity, energy, and immediate application, especially for mid-level leaders who feel overworked, overlooked, and stuck despite delivering exceptional results.

Denyse Drummond-Dunn is a leadership speaker, author, and former Global Head of Consumer Excellence at Nestlé. Across 130+ markets and cross-functional environments, Denyse has worked with professionals who carry strategy into execution, often wi... Show more

Stephan has joined Red Hat 2019 as a Business Development Professional in Austria. He started his professional career as a Software Developer and later moved into Technical Sales, Solution Sales and Management. He was working for several companies in and around IT, particularly IBM and SWIFT. After a personal time-out, he has spent 3 years at universities as a program director of a Master and MBA program around Digital Transformation. This has lead him smoothly to Red Hat where he enjoys engaging with customers and partners around technical and cultural transformations.

Stephan has joined Red Hat 2019 as a Business Development Professional in Austria. He started his professional career as a Software Developer and later moved into Technical Sales, Solution Sales and Management. He was working for several companies in... Show more

Avec bientôt 20 ans d’expérience en R&D, j'évolue à l'intersection du People Management, des mécaniques de l'ingénierie logicielle (SDLC) et de l'innovation technologique (CI/CD, Automation, DevOps, IA).

Mon parcours dans différentes entreprises m'a permis de piloter la stratégie d'engineering et le cycle de développement dans des organisation de 4 à plus de 80 ingénieurs, tout en manageant directement des équipes pluridisciplinaires (Dev, Infra, QA, CI, PO).

Pratiquant des méthodes Agile et adepte du Craft, j'ai à cœur d'aider les équipes à viser l'excellence logicielle tout en accélérant et en gagnant en confort de travail (DX). L'optimisation est pour moi un levier au service des motivations individuelles.

Avec bientôt 20 ans d’expérience en R&D, j'évolue à l'intersection du People Management, des mécaniques de l'ingénierie logicielle (SDLC) et de l'innovation technologique (CI/CD, Automation, DevOps, IA). Mon parcours dans différentes entreprises m... Show more

Favour Onwuka is a Marketing Communications and Media Professional who builds the systems behind how ideas grow and scale. She is a trained Medical Laboratory Scientist, and that systems-first thinking now shapes her work across media, communications, creative strategy, and the creator economy.

She helps creators and professionals build things that last, including projects, careers, and commercially valuable brands. Over the past seven years, she has worked across energy, health-tech, food, and digital media, contributing to creator-led projects, digital communities, content and IP development, partnerships, and campaigns that have generated 3M+ views and reached audiences across multiple platforms.

Through her work, Favour explores how creators, communities, brands, and cultural ideas can be structured for sustainable growth and commercial value. She also runs Socialmediamadam Digital, where she helps professionals and creators build intentional digital presence and sustainable growth strategies.

Favour Onwuka is a Marketing Communications and Media Professional who builds the systems behind how ideas grow and scale. She is a trained Medical Laboratory Scientist, and that systems-first thinking now shapes her work across media, communications... Show more

Heya, I'm Erik Zaadi!

R&D Director leading a group of talented teams, still responsible for Dad puns at Port, bringing joy to platform engineers (and even agents!). Passionate about Open Source, Architecture, and an unhealthy obsession with monitoring and incident management, addicted to automating ALL THE THINGZ, from CI to doors. Lately, obsessed with what governance looks like when your fastest team member never pauses to ask "should I actually do this?"

Part of the core team behind DevOpsDays Tel Aviv, and a regular on stages and mentoring circles at conferences like Reversim.

Heya, I'm Erik Zaadi! R&D Director leading a group of talented teams, still responsible for Dad puns at Port, bringing joy to platform engineers (and even agents!). Passionate about Open Source, Architecture, and an unhealthy obsession with monito... Show more

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution, translating needs into optimized architectures within the Microsoft ecosystem (Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure).

My approach combines a deep technical background with a strategic vision for Customer Experience (CX) and Marketing. I don’t just implement technology; I focus on the "why" behind every solution, integrating Artificial Intelligence and automation to drive real business value and simplify processes.

Beyond my role as an architect, I am deeply committed to knowledge sharing. I am a regular speaker at tech events, a lecturer in Master’s programs, and a mentor for initiatives like Technovation Girls. I believe in a human-centric digitalization that is both responsible and ethical.

I am always eager to connect with the community and discuss how we can leverage technology to scale businesses and improve user experiences.

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and... Show more

Claudia Elizabeth Guevara Urbina, M.A., is a Mexican and internationally recognized speaker known for her ability to translate complex topics in technology and artificial intelligence into clear, practical, and motivating ideas. Winner of the 2026 Breaking the Glass Ceiling Award for her contribution in breaking barriers.

She is a mentor/trainer for the BécALAS program and the Lorna Rojas Foundation, united with heart; an associate, volunteer, and speaker at WOMCY; a speaker at Talent Land 2025 and 2023; a panelist for the International Women Who Inspire Forum 2024 and 2025 and ITGAM, among others; and a judge at entrepreneurship events at AUEH. She holds a degree in Administrative Informatics, a master's degree in Business Administration, a diploma in women leaders, and several certifications in marketing, artificial intelligence, and emotional intelligence. With over 25 years of experience as a strategist, mentor, and creator of educational content, her most recent project is Sabiduría en Línea (a program airing Mondays at 7:00 pm on Radio Canacope). Constantly updating her skills, she recently participated in the 1st [event/conference/etc.]. Generation of the “Back to Lead” Program of Santander, Momlancers and Victoria 147 (Agile methodology training).

Her most recent conference was: "Freedom Begins When We Think" at the Honorable Congress of Tlaxcala (2026).

Passionate about the human impact of technology, she demonstrates that innovation is most powerful when it integrates generations and talent. As a mentor to women in technology and entrepreneurship. Elizabeth is dedicated to closing the opportunity gap through hands-on training and support in the use of artificial intelligence, digital tools, and sustainable business models.

Through her venture, Venta Casa México, where she serves as Director of Business Development, she integrates technology with human development, offering both traditional and digital real estate services. She provides comprehensive 360° services, implementing digital tools to accelerate property sales and rental transactions.

💫 Mtra. Claudia Elizabeth Guevara Urbina -
Mexicana y conferencista internacional reconocida por su capacidad de traducir temas complejos de tecnología e inteligencia artificial en ideas claras, prácticas y motivadoras. Acreedora al Galardón "Rompiendo techos de Cristal" 2026.

Mentora/Capacitadora para el programa BécALAS y la Fundación Lorna Rojas unidos con el corazón, asociada, voluntaria y speaker en WOMCY, conferencista en Talent Land 2025 y 2023, panelista para el Foro Internacional Mujeres que Inspiran 2024 y 2025 e ITGAM, entre otros, jurado en eventos de emprendimiento en AUEH. Licenciada en Informática Administrativa con maestría en Administración de Negocios, Diplomado en mujeres líderes y varias certificaciones en mercadotecnia, inteligencia artificial e inteligencia emocional, más de 25 años de trayectoria como estratega, mentora y creadora de contenidos educativos en su proyecto más reciente: Sabiduría en Línea (programa lunes 7:00 pm a través de Radio Canacope) y en constante actualización acaba de formar parte de la 1ra. Generación del Programa “Back to Lead” de Santander, Momlancers y Victoria 147 (formación en metodología Ágil).

Más reciente conferencia es: "La Liberta empieza cuando pensamos" en el H. Congreso de Tlaxcala. (2026)

Apasionada por el impacto humano de la tecnología, demostrando que la innovación es más poderosa cuando integra generaciones y talento. Como mentora de mujeres en tecnología y emprendimiento, Elizabeth se dedica a cerrar la brecha de oportunidades a través de capacitación práctica y acompañamiento en el uso de inteligencia artificial, herramientas digitales y modelos de negocio sostenibles.

Desde su emprendimiento Venta Casa México como directora en Desarrollo de Negocios, integrando el uso de la tecnología con el desarrollo humano, inmobiliaria tradicional y digital que ofrece servicios 360° implementando servicios digitales para acelerar los cierres de negocio en venta y renta de propiedades.

Claudia Elizabeth Guevara Urbina, M.A., is a Mexican and internationally recognized speaker known for her ability to translate complex topics in technology and artificial intelligence into clear, practical, and motivating ideas. Winner of the 2026 Br... Show more

ajay started his cybersecurity career hacking credit cards and cracking into federal systems in 1978. Switching over to legitimate business in the early 1990s, he has accrued over 30 years of comprehensive in-business IT experience in large enterprises: systems administration, networking, storage, cybersecurity, and technical training. During this period, he obtained a degree in Psychology with an emphasis on behavioral modification and learning theory.

In the last decade, ajay has concentrated his efforts on developing and delivering top-tier cybersecurity education for several boot camps, many large universities, and Fortune 50 companies. ajay offers a unique blend of expertise encompassing various perspectives within the cybersecurity industry.

Drawing from his diverse experiences, he possesses the ability to approach challenges from the standpoint of a director or VP who comprehends the pain points faced by businesses, an engineer or architect who confronts the constantly evolving threats and attack vectors on a daily basis, and an instructor who gains valuable insights from his cybersecurity students, who bring a fresh perspective to the industry as a whole.

ajay started his cybersecurity career hacking credit cards and cracking into federal systems in 1978. Switching over to legitimate business in the early 1990s, he has accrued over 30 years of comprehensive in-business IT experience in large enterpris... Show more