Driven by continuous improvement and problem-solving, I’ve sought to experiment with and practice product delivery in a variety of environments—waterfall and agile frameworks, IT consulting firms, web agencies, the public sector, start-ups, and software vendors—in order to explore the full range of possibilities and refine my approach to organizational, agile, and delivery coaching.

A hands-on professional, I am equally interested in operational, organizational, and strategic dimensions. Human dynamics are also central to my work: understanding how to collaborate more effectively, align perspectives, and “speak the same language” in complex ecosystems is what drives me.

My mantra: there are no problems, only solutions.

Driven by continuous improvement and problem-solving, I’ve sought to experiment with and practice product delivery in a variety of environments—waterfall and agile frameworks, IT consulting firms, web agencies, the public sector, start-ups, and softw... Show more

Fred is a technology leader with over 20 years of experience helping teams navigate change, improve collaboration, and deliver value. He believes growth is an ongoing journey, both for teams and individuals, and has always championed learning, iteration, and adaptability. Whether leading teams through transformation or refining his own approach, Fred is passionate about helping others discover the small, intentional actions that lead to lasting success.

Fred is a technology leader with over 20 years of experience helping teams navigate change, improve collaboration, and deliver value. He believes growth is an ongoing journey, both for teams and individuals, and has always championed learning, iterat... Show more

You know what’s truly rewarding? Helping someone learn and grow. There’s nothing quite like being part of someone’s journey and knowing you played a role in their progress. As a human being, a mother, a team member, and Head of Design, my mission is to contribute to as many growth stories as possible. Over the past 18+ years, I’ve gained a wealth of experience in design, product, and leadership - and now, it’s time to give back.

You know what’s truly rewarding? Helping someone learn and grow. There’s nothing quite like being part of someone’s journey and knowing you played a role in their progress. As a human being, a mother, a team member, and Head of Design, my mission is ... Show more

Agata specializes in the practical application of AI to solve real-world challenges. Currently, she holds the roles of CTO and AI Solutions Architect at the Hamburg-based AI consulting company theBlue.ai. With 10 years of professional experience in AI and data-related fields, Agata has developed AI-based solutions for a diverse range of clients, from emerging startups to global companies.

Agata specializes in the practical application of AI to solve real-world challenges. Currently, she holds the roles of CTO and AI Solutions Architect at the Hamburg-based AI consulting company theBlue.ai. With 10 years of professional experience in A... Show more

Yang has 10 years experience working with Microsoft products, focus on Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Copilot Studio. She holds 11 Microsoft certifications in the above areas.

Yang didn’t follow a traditional path into technology. She studied journalism in China and then shifted to technology when she pursued a Master’s in Digital Humanities at UCL, London. That’s where she broadened her digital skills and paved the way for her current role at EY Technology Consulting.

She established and leads “Code Club at EY”, a growing volunteering initiative where young people develop their interest in technology through learning how to code. She’s also passionate about inspiring more girls to study technology and is always willing to help girls discover their own paths.

Yang has 10 years experience working with Microsoft products, focus on Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Copilot Studio. She holds 11 Microsoft certifications in the above areas. Yang didn’t follow a traditional path into technology. She studied ... Show more

Pierre DeBois is the founder and CEO of Zimana, an analytics services firm that helps organizations achieve profitability improvements in marketing, Web development, and within their business operations. Zimana has provided services for businesses from many industries. Pierre’s articles are among CMSWire's Top 10 Digital Marketing Articles for 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022.

Pierre has provided digital marketing and analytic workshops. His first major workshop was for the City of Chicago Treasurer’s Office as part of the 2014 Small Business Expo (SBE). He has also conducted several workshops since the 2014 SBE, including the following:

• A general marketing workshop and panel for General Assembly in Chicago
• CivicBLUE workshops for BlueLacuna, a business incubator in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago; CivicBLUE explained the importance of data science for developing community solutions
• The DX Summit, a marketing conference hosted by CMS Wire in 2015, 2016, and 2017
• R programming workshop at Interop ITX in Las Vegas
• Analytics workshop for Content Marketing World in Cleveland (2017).
• Google Analytics and R programming at Indy.Code and Nebraska.Code, developers conferences in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Council Bluffs, Iowa (Omaha), respectively.
• Sentiment Analysis at O’Reilly OSCON in Portland Oregon (2018).
• Tensorflow in R Programming; A Primer at DevFest KC 2019, Kansas City, MO.
• Tensorflow in R Programming; A Primer at Tom Tom AML, Charlottesville, VA
• Exploratory Data Analysis in R Programming, CodeMash, Sandusky, OH
• Juneteenth Conference (online)
• Signals, Cheetah Digital Media (online)
• CodePalousa, Louisville, KY (online)
• IndyCode, Indianapolis, IN - 2022
• CXSummit, Simpler Media, Austin, TX -2023
• Conversion Conference, Las Vegas, NV 2023
• Content Marketing World, Washington, DC 2023
• Marketing Analytics and Data Science conference, Washington, DC 2023
• CodeMash, Sandusky, OH 2024
• CommerceNow24 (online webinar), 2024
• Black Is Tech conference, Houston, TX 2024

His workshops have covered the gamut of business, data science, and programming topics, with a focus on JavaScript frameworks, Google Analytics, and R Programming.

Pierre is also an analytics tech and business intelligence writer. He has contributed articles to CMS Wire and ITProToday. He is also an associate editor of business book reviews for Small Business Trends, as well as credit as a technical editor for two Pearson/Que digital marketing publications.

Pierre has been featured in the Chicago Sun-Times, and was a presenter for the Google Get Your Business Online program. He successfully brought the program back to Gary Indiana in 2017.

Pierre is a Prairie View A & M University graduate (mechanical engineering) and a Georgia Tech graduate (MBA). He is a native of Gary, Indiana, serving small businesses and organizations throughout the United States.

Pierre DeBois is the founder and CEO of Zimana, an analytics services firm that helps organizations achieve profitability improvements in marketing, Web development, and within their business operations. Zimana has provided services for businesses fr... Show more

Chris Pipito is a software product development coach. Since 2012, Chris has been coaching organizations in multiple industries including Automotive, Financial, Insurance, Retail, Health Care, and Scientific and Technical Services. He is the founder of DDD Philly, a community group focused on helping people learn & practice Domain-Driven Design (DDD). He is a public speaker sharing his experiences, both in-person and virtual, to help people and teams improve. Chris is currently writing a book on Flow and Teaming, drawing on his hands-on experience coaching organizations and teams. Since 2022, Chris has been coaching teams and organizations in the dojo, an immersive learning environment where teams learn, practice, and improve their capabilities all while delivering their real-world work within the constraints of their organization.

Sites of Interest: chrispipito.com; chrispipito.substack.com; dojoandco.com; softwareteaming.com; dddunitedstates.com

Chris Pipito is a software product development coach. Since 2012, Chris has been coaching organizations in multiple industries including Automotive, Financial, Insurance, Retail, Health Care, and Scientific and Technical Services. He is the founder o... Show more

Annie is co-founder of People Work, a relationship management platform helping professionals intentionally manage the 10-20 connections that drive career success. Her path from casting director for film and TV to Azure cloud consultant to the Terraform Enterprise team at HashiCorp taught her that meaningful work comes from intentional relationship-building and collaboration. At People Work, she's creating tools that help people invest in the relationships that actually drive career success.

Annie is co-founder of People Work, a relationship management platform helping professionals intentionally manage the 10-20 connections that drive career success. Her path from casting director for film and TV to Azure cloud consultant to the Terrafo... Show more

Natalia Bielczyk, PhD, is a computational neuroscientist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Ontology of Value®, a talent intelligence and career development company operating across the US and Europe. After a decade researching causal systems in the human brain, she now explores one of the defining questions of our time: how to adopt AI at scale without eroding human thinking, judgment, and wellbeing. Her frameworks — including "cognitive debt" and the Brain Economy — have reached audiences across three continents, from Princeton to Groningen University to WORKTECH San Francisco.

Natalia Bielczyk, PhD, is a computational neuroscientist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Ontology of Value®, a talent intelligence and career development company operating across the US and Europe. After a decade researching causal systems in the human... Show more

Jose Casal is an executive coach, mentor & trainer with extensive experience in Business Agility. He is dedicated to helping organisations embrace modern management concepts including Flow Thinking, Flight Levels, Kanban & Scrum. Strongly motivated towards continuous learning, he is able to help organisations achieve better Agility and create thriving & engaged organisations.

Jose is an international speaker and organises conferences such as ScanAgile in Helsinki, Lean Agile London (LALDN) and Agile Tampere.

He is a Flight Levels Pro (FLPro), Professional Kanban Trainer (PKT), Professional Scrum Trainer (PST), Enterprise Kanban Coach (EKC) & Certified Trainer for Training from the BACK of the Room! (TBR-CT). He is a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

Jose Casal is an executive coach, mentor & trainer with extensive experience in Business Agility. He is dedicated to helping organisations embrace modern management concepts including Flow Thinking, Flight Levels, Kanban & Scrum. Strongly motivated t... 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

David Hawthorne is Director of Cloud Engineering at O3 Solutions, where he leads architecture and secure delivery of SaaS applications for an industry where reliability, security, and safety aren't optional: industrial construction.

With over 20 years spanning administration, development, architecture, and cloud security, David brings a full-stack perspective on building and securing production systems. That breadth shows up in his conference sessions, where he covers DevOps practices, application security, and AI at events including DevOpsDays, BSides, SlossTech, and AI in Production.

Outside of speaking, David is active in the Western North Carolina tech community as a mentor and advocate for technology professionals and students. When he's not at a keyboard or a conference, you'll find him catching baseball games with his family.

David Hawthorne is Director of Cloud Engineering at O3 Solutions, where he leads architecture and secure delivery of SaaS applications for an industry where reliability, security, and safety aren't optional: industrial construction. With over 20 y... Show more

Ankur Gupta is a Senior Staff Technical Program Manager in AI infrastructure at LinkedIn, where he leads large-scale programs serving over a billion members across capacity planning, GPU efficiency, ML production reliability, and data center build-outs, including a first-of-its-kind hardware forecasting control plane. With 15+ years across AI infrastructure, cloud platforms, and distributed systems at companies including LinkedIn and Walmart, he turns hard technical problems into scalable platforms with measurable business impact. He is an IEEE Senior Member.

Ankur Gupta is a Senior Staff Technical Program Manager in AI infrastructure at LinkedIn, where he leads large-scale programs serving over a billion members across capacity planning, GPU efficiency, ML production reliability, and data center build-ou... Show more

Mya Tyler is a speaker, executive coach, and strategic advisor who helps leaders and organizations align work, vision, and values so they can achieve more, struggle less, and build impact that multiplies. With more than 25 years of experience leading large-scale transformation, she brings executive depth, practical insight, and a human-centered approach to leadership, growth, and change.

As the founder of Tapestry AG and Hustle to Wholeness™, Mya works with high-performing leaders and organizations who are delivering results but feel the strain of doing it unsustainably.

Known for her calm, direct, and deeply relatable style, Mya creates space for honest reflection while offering practical tools people can apply right away. She believes success and well-being do not have to compete, and that the strongest leadership is rooted in alignment, clarity, and integrity.

Mya Tyler is a speaker, executive coach, and strategic advisor who helps leaders and organizations align work, vision, and values so they can achieve more, struggle less, and build impact that multiplies. With more than 25 years of experience leading... Show more

Kristin Ottlinger holds a degree in Cultural Studies and Political Science. She is the co-founder and CEO of Fuchs Devils Wild and a winner of the 2021 New Work Award.

For around 15 years, she has advised renowned national and international clients across a wide range of industries, from start-ups to DAX-listed corporations, on New Work, digitalisation and transformation.

Her foundation: Clarity. Resolve. Execution.
Her focus: the future of work in the age of AI.

Kristin Ottlinger takes a holistic approach to supporting organisations through transformation. Her work spans team development, the design of new structures and processes, and focused strategic counsel for executives and leadership teams.

A particular focus of her work is how leadership, organisations and AI need to work together in the future. She supports companies in the strategic adoption of AI, ensuring that technology and people do not simply coexist but, at their best, become a “perfect match”. Because new technology alone does not transform an organisation. And even the best concept has little value if it fails to deliver impact in day-to-day business.

Her work is therefore defined by a clear view of what lies ahead. Her conviction: change is not always comfortable. But it can be shaped. Provided organisations are prepared not only to talk about the future, but to turn it into action with consistency.

Alongside her consulting work, Kristin Ottlinger shares her extensive experience as a lecturer in New Work, leadership, communication and digital transformation at universities and educational institutions.

She is also a regular interview guest and speaker at events across Germany.

Kristin Ottlinger holds a degree in Cultural Studies and Political Science. She is the co-founder and CEO of Fuchs Devils Wild and a winner of the 2021 New Work Award. For around 15 years, she has advised renowned national and international client... Show more

Dustin Domerese is a thought leader and technology innovator within the Microsoft ecosystem and delivers his vast technical experience in the CRM, ERP, and Software Development industries to business leaders, end-users, and technical leaders throughout the community. Working for Barclays, EMC2, HP, and Microsoft before his founding of multiple companies has provided a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise.

Dustin is a consultant for over three-hundred companies across a wide array of industries, he is a senior software developer and public speaker. As an entrepreneur, he has founded multiple technology companies in a variety of sectors. As a technology innovator Dustin has trained and worked with hundreds of partners in the Microsoft, SAP, Oracle, and SalesForce ecosystems. His company, Dynamic Consultants Group, has been a finalist in the Microsoft partner channel awards for empowering the Microsoft partner community and advises their clients on all things digital transformation and technology.

Dustin has been a speaker all over the world presenting many technology-focused sessions with Microsoft. As his hobby, Dustin is an accomplished musician, outdoor enthusiast, and a mostly terrible golfer.

Dustin Domerese is a thought leader and technology innovator within the Microsoft ecosystem and delivers his vast technical experience in the CRM, ERP, and Software Development industries to business leaders, end-users, and technical leaders througho... Show more

Jason specializes in brand strategy, corporate identity systems, and brand architecture for organizations navigating growth and change. He helps companies clarify their structure, unify sub-brands, and build design systems that scale across teams, channels, and markets.

With decades of experience leading rebrands, product launches, and multi-channel campaigns, Jason brings a strategic yet creative approach to solving complex brand challenges. He has partnered with corporations, startups, and nonprofits alike, blending structure with personality to ensure brands are both organized and human.

A Louisville native, Jason has led award-winning projects recognized with Gold ADDYs, AIGA Louisville’s Best of Branding, and the organization’s only Visionary Award. He was also named one of Business First’s 20 People to Know in Advertising.

Jason’s talks explore branding as an essential business function that drives clarity, culture, and growth. He speaks on topics including brand architecture for growing companies, agile creative process, and how to align legacy with evolving markets.

He has presented at CreativeMornings, AIGA Louisville, AAF, and on panels covering branding, AI, and leadership.

Jason specializes in brand strategy, corporate identity systems, and brand architecture for organizations navigating growth and change. He helps companies clarify their structure, unify sub-brands, and build design systems that scale across teams, ch... Show more

Shashank Karpal leads Education & Government Programs at KodeKloud, a widely trusted hands-on learning platform for AI-native DevOps and Cloud, used by 1.5M+ learners. He works closely with CIOs, platform engineering leaders, and L&D teams to design and scale upskilling programs that help organizations move from cloud-first foundations to production-ready AI capability.

His focus is measurable learning through zero-setup labs, AI playgrounds, and real-world, job-simulated projects that build practical skills in agents and RAG workflows. He also partners with universities and public-sector stakeholders to bring industry-relevant learning into curricula and workforce initiatives, aligning outcomes to roles, certifications, and employability.

Shashank holds an MBA in Marketing & Operations and a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication. He speaks regularly at AI, cloud, and developer forums on practical adoption, operating models, and the skills required to run AI safely at scale.

Shashank Karpal leads Education & Government Programs at KodeKloud, a widely trusted hands-on learning platform for AI-native DevOps and Cloud, used by 1.5M+ learners. He works closely with CIOs, platform engineering leaders, and L&D teams to design ... Show more

7 years in Sitecore.
Currently Manages Sitecore Marketplace and Connect.

7 years in Sitecore. Currently Manages Sitecore Marketplace and Connect. Show more

Mediador, formado en la Escuela de
Mediación del Colegio Público de Abogados
de Buenos Aires. Magister en RRHH, FCE
UBA. Entrenado en negociación por CMI-Harvard,
en Cambridge, Massachusetts,
EEUU. Posgrado en Gestión Humana de
las Organizaciones, Facultad de Psicología
UBA. Contador Público. Profesor de
Negociación, persuasión y comunicación estrategica en grado y posgrado.
Vicepresidente de la Comisión de Negociación del Consejo Profesional de Ciencias Económicas de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires.
Entrenador, mentor y consultor de negociadores.
Apasionado investigador y creador de contenido sobre negociación, persuasión y comunicación interpersonal.
Profesional independiente, socio fundador de Visión y Estrategia Consultores.

Mediador, formado en la Escuela de Mediación del Colegio Público de Abogados de Buenos Aires. Magister en RRHH, FCE UBA. Entrenado en negociación por CMI-Harvard, en Cambridge, Massachusetts, EEUU. Posgrado en Gestión Humana de las Organizacion... Show more

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Jason Bell is a seasoned machine learning practitioner, author, and strategic advisor with over 17 years of experience bridging theoretical AI concepts and real-world implementation, backed by 36+ years in software. His book, "Machine Learning: Hands On For Developers and Technical Professionals" (Wiley, 2014 and 2020), is required reading at over 35 universities worldwide including Columbia, NYU, and UC San Diego. Jason's practical approach to machine learning has helped organisations across industries leverage AI to drive growth and competitive advantage.

Jason Bell is a seasoned machine learning practitioner, author, and strategic advisor with over 17 years of experience bridging theoretical AI concepts and real-world implementation, backed by 36+ years in software. His book, "Machine Learning: Hands... Show more

I’m the CTO at ivelum, where we build custom software for startups and enterprises. I also work on Teamplify – a team productivity suite for engineering teams.

I'm obsessed with developer productivity, continuous delivery, and best engineering practices.

I’m the CTO at ivelum, where we build custom software for startups and enterprises. I also work on Teamplify – a team productivity suite for engineering teams. I'm obsessed with developer productivity, continuous delivery, and best engineering pra... Show more

Asrar Khan is a Product Marketing Lead at Google, driving ecosystem strategy and advocacy for the Google Developer Experts (GDE) Cloud & AI program. He oversees strategic engagement for more than 700 independent technical thought leaders across 70+ countries, specializing in building high-impact developer ecosystems and aligning external advocacy with core go-to-market and product priorities. Asrar has played a crucial role in establishing bi-directional pipelines that connect early-access technical creators directly with Google’s engineering organizations—translating community signal into product roadmaps across the Cloud and AI stack. Asrar champions the "Human Stack"—empowering world-class developers not just to consume technology, but to co-create its future.

Asrar Khan is a Product Marketing Lead at Google, driving ecosystem strategy and advocacy for the Google Developer Experts (GDE) Cloud & AI program. He oversees strategic engagement for more than 700 independent technical thought leaders across 70+ c... Show more

Eric van Hofwegen brings over 20 years of expertise in Microsoft Dynamics, specializing in analyzing complex business requirements, leading impactful workshops, delivering tailored product specifications, and modeling business processes. He is passionate about helping businesses and partners through strategic insights and practical solutions, ensuring they maximize the value of their Dynamics investments.

Eric van Hofwegen brings over 20 years of expertise in Microsoft Dynamics, specializing in analyzing complex business requirements, leading impactful workshops, delivering tailored product specifications, and modeling business processes. He is passio... Show more

Raise in Nashville, Tennessee, settled in Hamburg, Germany, with a few other continents in between. My academic background is macroeconomics, with a focus on Bayesian methods and labor market dynamics. I am currently working with two startups, trying to find a good compost system, and still drinking too much coffee.

Raise in Nashville, Tennessee, settled in Hamburg, Germany, with a few other continents in between. My academic background is macroeconomics, with a focus on Bayesian methods and labor market dynamics. I am currently working with two startups, trying... Show more

After a career with technical roles in defence, research, and banking, I created my own startup in the UK before moving to Spain to join Typeform as CTO. After the launch of Typeform V2, I left and worked for Kfund - a Madrid based VC - as an operating partner before being on the founding team of Bravo Studio.

After a career with technical roles in defence, research, and banking, I created my own startup in the UK before moving to Spain to join Typeform as CTO. After the launch of Typeform V2, I left and worked for Kfund - a Madrid based VC - as an operati... Show more

Kiran Kaur Raina is the Founder & CEO of NucleQi, Quantum Security Research Engineer & Evangelist at Vyapti Resonance, Quantum Machine Learning and Quantum Cryptography Researcher, Classiq Technologies Brand Ambassador, and an international speaker working at the forefront of quantum computing, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. She has also been featured on a Times Square billboard in New York City.

She collaborates with companies, governments, universities, and technology communities worldwide through keynote presentations, executive education, technical workshops, research collaborations, and strategic consulting. Her expertise spans quantum security, quantum communications, quantum machine learning, quantum software development, AI, and the commercialization of quantum technologies.

As an educator and content creator, Kiran has built a global audience by making complex quantum concepts practical and accessible. She is passionate about accelerating quantum adoption, developing future quantum talent, and helping organizations navigate the transition to the quantum era through research, education, and strategic innovation.

Kiran Kaur Raina is the Founder & CEO of NucleQi, Quantum Security Research Engineer & Evangelist at Vyapti Resonance, Quantum Machine Learning and Quantum Cryptography Researcher, Classiq Technologies Brand Ambassador, and an international speaker w... Show more

Max Gouchan is a dynamic and engaging speaker who helps organizations attract, retain, and communicate with Gen Z.

With impressive experience leading and inspiring young talents, over 100 young employees have given highly positive feedback about his leadership qualities. He has interviewed 125+ Gen Z workers across the Nordic region to understand what they seek in workplaces and leaders.

In recent years, Max has established himself as a sought-after speaker on creating attractive workplaces and promoting employee well-being. He's especially passionate about recruiting top young talents, effectively leading millennials and Gen Z, and staying ahead of consumer behavior trends.

With a unique ability to communicate knowledge in a simple and entertaining way, Max delivers talks in both Norwegian and English.

Max Gouchan is a dynamic and engaging speaker who helps organizations attract, retain, and communicate with Gen Z. With impressive experience leading and inspiring young talents, over 100 young employees have given highly positive feedback about h... Show more

Aigiun Guseinova is an Enterprise Data & AI Strategist, Power BI Developer, and Business Intelligence Specialist meant to design scalable intelligence systems across the Microsoft ecosystem. With a strong foundation in Information Systems and strong expertise in analytics engineering, she transforms complex data environments into high-impact decision platforms that drive measurable business outcomes.

Aigiun Guseinova is an Enterprise Data & AI Strategist, Power BI Developer, and Business Intelligence Specialist meant to design scalable intelligence systems across the Microsoft ecosystem. With a strong foundation in Information Systems and strong ... Show more