Alex Levin, co-founder of L+R, a design & technology studio established in 2012, has dedicated the past four years to bridging the gap between traditional businesses and the Web3 space. L+R is recognized for its award-winning work with both SMBs and enterprise clients, focusing on digital transformation and brand strategy. Levin employs a practical approach, introducing companies to the Web3 domain through proofs of concept and providing more traditional strategy consulting to Web3 companies. He emphasizes human-computer interaction, a deep understanding of blockchain, and the critical importance of security and privacy.

Alongside his achievements at L+R, Levin also spearheaded the creation of Nurture within the firm, a Web3 employee experience platform. Designed to revolutionize employee benefits and rewards programs, Nurture turns them into collaborative adventures, enhanced with interactive and educational experiences. This initiative, built under the L+R banner, underscores Levin's commitment to leveraging innovative solutions to help organizations attract and retain top talent through more engaging and meaningful incentives.

Levin's vision is to demonstrate how blockchain technology can foster community-driven ecosystems, potentially revolutionizing how businesses interact with their customers and each other. He also shares his expertise by contributing to Forbes on the luxury NFT market, sharing insights, successes, and learnings from collaborations with prestigious brands such as Sotheby's, Tag Heuer, Lamborghini, and Bugatti. His talent for simplifying complex Web3 concepts into practical strategies for both traditional and digital-first companies highlights his deep expertise in the field.

Alex Levin, co-founder of L+R, a design & technology studio established in 2012, has dedicated the past four years to bridging the gap between traditional businesses and the Web3 space. L+R is recognized for its award-winning work with both SMBs and ... Show more

Professor FGV e ENAP, consultor e palestrante especializado em gestão e auto desenvolvimento. Diretor de Inovação na Plano Consultoria. Estuda a aplicação de IA na gestão no doutorado em engenharia de software na César School, sendo orientado por Silvio Meira. É coautor do Canvas de Projeto (www.canvasdeprojeto.com.br). Gosta de desconstruir e construir conceitos, inspirar e provocar o pensamento crítico

Professor FGV e ENAP, consultor e palestrante especializado em gestão e auto desenvolvimento. Diretor de Inovação na Plano Consultoria. Estuda a aplicação de IA na gestão no doutorado em engenharia de software na César School, sendo orientado por Sil... Show more

Game Producer com quase 7 anos de experiência no mercado de jogos, já tendo trabalhado com jogos indies e até mesmo grandes títulos reconhecidos e lançados mundialmente. Formado em Design de Jogos pela Universidade Anhembi Morumbi e Pós-Graduado em Engenharia de Qualidade de Software pelo Centro Universitário Senac. Acredita que para se criar um grande jogo é preciso antes disso uma equipe excelente e seu objetivo como Game Producer é ajudá-la a alcançar essa excelência..

Game Producer com quase 7 anos de experiência no mercado de jogos, já tendo trabalhado com jogos indies e até mesmo grandes títulos reconhecidos e lançados mundialmente. Formado em Design de Jogos pela Universidade Anhembi Morumbi e Pós-Graduado em E... Show more

Quiana Berry is an international speaker, AI ethics advocate, and community builder with a background in anthropology and technology. With years of experience driving innovation in product development at Red Hat/IBM, she has worked across open-source communities, large enterprises, and tech ecosystems to ensure that agility leads to responsible and inclusive innovation.

Passionate about the intersection of AI, ethics, and diversity, Quiana has spoken at major conferences worldwide, including Open Source Summit and Linux Foundation events, sharing insights on ethical AI, inclusive Agile practices, and career growth in tech. She specializes in helping organizations navigate the challenges of Agile adoption, ensuring that Agile isn’t just about speed, but also sustainability, accessibility, and equity in tech.

Through her work, Quiana empowers organizations to break barriers, integrate ethical development, and embrace agility as a tool for driving innovation and inclusion.

Quiana Berry is an international speaker, AI ethics advocate, and community builder with a background in anthropology and technology. With years of experience driving innovation in product development at Red Hat/IBM, she has worked across open-source... 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

I like organizations and the complex mechanisms that govern them. From business architectures to processes, from words to behaviors, I deal with business change. As an Agile Coach, I combine the Agile Manifesto principles with specific expertise and experience in medium to significant realities and transformation processes. I am pragmatic and concrete-oriented. I believe that:
- People can change; they do not oppose change but offer their vision. To be respected.
- Needs are the basis of behavior; if I want to help, I must allow them to be expressed clearly. And I must be the first to state my needs.
- Ideological battles are meaningless; it matters more to understand the problem and what can be done to solve it.

I like organizations and the complex mechanisms that govern them. From business architectures to processes, from words to behaviors, I deal with business change. As an Agile Coach, I combine the Agile Manifesto principles with specific expertise and ... Show more

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

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

Anna Khayet is a trusted growth strategist and marketing advisor to hundreds of tax and accounting firms across North America. As the head of marketing for Padgett Advisors, a leading franchise network of over 250 firms, Anna helped architect a sweeping brand transformation and launched new digital platforms that drove franchise growth and revitalized firm reputation across the network.

Prior to Padgett, Anna led marketing at industry-defining Fintechs like Bill.com, Rho, Ignition, CPA.com (the digital arm of the AICPA), Enova (NYSE: ENVA), and SoFi, where she scaled campaigns with $50M+ budgets and delivered growth that took originations to $18BN. She began her career at American Express and, after earning her MBA from Columbia University, helped expand Google Cloud’s presence in the SMB market.

Today, through her consultancy, Mastermind, Anna combines the latest in marketing strategy, automation, and storytelling to help modern firms and Fintechs build trusted brands and future-proof their growth. She’s passionate about empowering accountants to stand out in an increasingly digital, competitive world — and ensuring they build businesses with staying power.

Anna Khayet is a trusted growth strategist and marketing advisor to hundreds of tax and accounting firms across North America. As the head of marketing for Padgett Advisors, a leading franchise network of over 250 firms, Anna helped architect a sweep... Show more

Alice Meredith brings over 30 years of leadership experience to her role as a speaker, evenly split between business leadership and HR leadership roles. This balanced background is what makes her insights resonate with leaders across various industries. During her tenure in HR leadership, she pinpointed a common issue in struggling cultures: the challenge lay in how change was managed—or mismanaged—by leaders. This realization led her to pivot her focus towards change management, earning her a CCMP credential to better help leaders navigate the complex intersection where culture and change collide. Alice has been invited to speak by a range of high-profile organizations, including Starbucks, Costco, UCLA, T-Mobile, and the U.S. Navy, attesting to her broad impact. She's known for her innovative leadership techniques, which she has distilled into over 20 leadership, change management and HR online courses published on the popular tech learning platform, Pluralsight. These courses offer practical, actionable insights that are designed to help both emerging and established leaders. Alice's focus is on weaving cultural strategy into the fabric of organizations, with an emphasis on eradicating discrimination and fostering inclusive work environments. Her unique blend of business and HR leadership experience, coupled with her specialized focus on change management, makes Alice a speaker of choice for organizations looking to navigate the evolving challenges of today's work environments.

Alice Meredith brings over 30 years of leadership experience to her role as a speaker, evenly split between business leadership and HR leadership roles. This balanced background is what makes her insights resonate with leaders across various industri... Show more

I’ve had the privilege to grow from a hands-on software engineer into a seasoned engineering leader, a journey that’s given me a well-rounded perspective on building impactful technology, nurturing talent, and aligning technical solutions with business goals.

In my earlier roles, I focused on designing scalable systems, solving complex problems, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver features like intelligent pricing models and AI-driven recommendations. As I advanced, I developed a strong interest in team leadership and organizational strategy. Today, I lead high-performing engineering teams, championing a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and mentorship. I’m passionate about developing people as much as I am about building products.

Outside of work, I stay actively engaged with the tech community through mentoring, judging tech awards, and contributing to forums focused on AI/ML and cloud transformation. Some of my volunteering work and other credentials include: 
* Member of IEEE Computer Society
* Peer Reviewed over 50 IEEE Conference Papers 
* Active Manuscript reviewer - Peer Reviewed 3+ Books on Technology by Manning Publication 
* Judged & Mentored in Several Hackathons 

I’ve had the privilege to grow from a hands-on software engineer into a seasoned engineering leader, a journey that’s given me a well-rounded perspective on building impactful technology, nurturing talent, and aligning technical solutions with busine... Show more

Tobi is an experienced consultant, coach, and mentor for engineering leadership, developer experience and software craft. He was the driving force behind the developer experience team at BRYTER, leading the successful transition to continuous deployment. He is dedicated to helping software companies build high-performing engineering organizations and teams, leveraging his expertise in engineering leadership and developer experience. With an inherent passion for software craft, Tobi is committed to enabling companies and individuals to create software excellently and joyfully.

Tobi is an experienced consultant, coach, and mentor for engineering leadership, developer experience and software craft. He was the driving force behind the developer experience team at BRYTER, leading the successful transition to continuous deploym... Show more

Kolapo Imam is the Founder and Lead Facilitator at Prodcademy, an institute focused on raising the next generation of Product Leaders. He is a Product Manager with experience in building API products that power payments, virtual accounts, and funds transfer across Africa. His work focuses on developer experience, product strategy, and cross-functional delivery of scalable fintech infrastructure.

Prior to this, Kolapo served as a Product Marketing Manager at Nexford University, leading initiatives across product adoption, B2B positioning, and competitive intelligence. He has also worked in product and growth roles at PropertyPro Nigeria, Versus Africa, and through multiple consulting projects.

With a unique background spanning product marketing, technical product management, and tech sales, Kolapo brings a deep understanding of how to build and position business, enterprise and consumer products for growth. In 2022, he was nominated by HackerNoon for Product Management, Business Growth and Strategy.

Kolapo Imam is the Founder and Lead Facilitator at Prodcademy, an institute focused on raising the next generation of Product Leaders. He is a Product Manager with experience in building API products that power payments, virtual accounts, and funds t... Show more

Paul Guggenheim

With 40 years of experience in the Progress Language, Paul brings application expertise, passion, creativity, and positive results to each of his satisfied clients.

Leveraging his degrees in economics and physics with a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Chicago, Paul applies his comprehensive business acumen and software application knowledge to provide a wide array of uniquely effective OpenEdge consulting services designed to streamline operations and enhance functionality.

Included in Paul’s proven portfolio are database design, application development, performance tuning, and web services.

Paul also brings 38 years of successful OpenEdge course development and training throughout the US and abroad. He is an acclaimed international speaker, and active member of the PUG Challenge Americas Conference Steering Committee.

Most recently, Paul has augmented his Progress capabilities by achieving the coveted roles of:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect Certification
• Amazon Authorized Instructor (AAI).

This key Progress-Amazon proficiency combined with Paul’s extensive OpenEdge experience helps organizations fulfill their cloud migration objectives no matter the scope of the project or degree of difficulty.

Email: paul@pgasmarts.com

Paul Guggenheim With 40 years of experience in the Progress Language, Paul brings application expertise, passion, creativity, and positive results to each of his satisfied clients. Leveraging his degrees in economics and physics with a Masters... Show more

Krishna Bandarupalli is a dynamic QA Team Lead at Encova Insurance, spearheading comprehensive Manual, Automation, and Performance testing services within the organization. With an extensive career spanning over 9 years in the Quality Assurance industry, Krishna has evolved from a proficient Manual Tester to an adept Automation specialist.

Krishna's expertise encompasses diverse sectors, including retail and insurance domains, where he has seamlessly navigated through both legacy and modern applications. His passion lies in the meticulous identification of defects and the strategic automation of applications to enhance efficiency and reliability.

Beyond the professional realm, Krishna finds joy in his role as a devoted parent to two children, actively engaging in quality family time. During his leisure, he immerses himself in the world of audio programs, DIY activities and nurtures a flourishing vegetable garden during the spring and summer seasons.

Krishna's commitment to excellence and his multifaceted interests make him a valuable asset both in and out of the testing arena.

Krishna Bandarupalli is a dynamic QA Team Lead at Encova Insurance, spearheading comprehensive Manual, Automation, and Performance testing services within the organization. With an extensive career spanning over 9 years in the Quality Assurance indus... Show more

Marcin Zajkowski's journey with Umbraco (.NET, Open Source) began back in 2008 while he was doing an internship in Microsoft. Today he works with the leading UK/Worldwide Umbraco Gold Partner - Novicell - as Senior Solution Architect and Country Manager in Poland. Marcin is also responsible for organizing Umbraco PL Festival as well as the Poland Umbraco Meetup group + together with his colleague Callum Whyte, he is hosting umbraCoffee LIVE on YouTube, where they're chatting about what happened in the community / Umbraco in each following week.

Besides Umbraco, Marcin is also a co-owner and CTO/CKO in a programming school for children - WOW School - where he is also teaching young minds how to code (Umbraco included! ;)).

Marcin Zajkowski's journey with Umbraco (.NET, Open Source) began back in 2008 while he was doing an internship in Microsoft. Today he works with the leading UK/Worldwide Umbraco Gold Partner - Novicell - as Senior Solution Architect and Country Mana... Show more

Jeff McWherter is a seasoned business leader and tenacious problem solver with over 26 years in the tech industry. He has a deep understanding of the business landscape with a keen ability to navigate complex challenges with creativity and agility. From local startup to Fortune 500, he has worked with a wide client range, always adapting to the unique needs and challenges of each project. He has developed a deep understanding of the trends and technologies shaping the future of business, and is constantly seeking out new ideas and insights to stay ahead of the curve. Jeff is a three time published author and avid speaker at technical conferences across the world. A Michigan State University graduate, Jeff has also been instrumental in improving the software development community in Michigan and beyond. He founded Gravity Works Design & Development during the 2009 recession, which has since grown into one of the country's leading digital agencies. Jeff has led more than a decade of consistent, managed growth and numerous creative accolades, including Addy, W3, Vega, Davey, and PACE awards.

Jeff believes strong relationships are the foundation of any successful business venture, and is committed to fostering those connections both inside and outside the office. As a father and active community member, Jeff knows success isn't just about achieving your own goals: it's about helping others reach theirs. Whether leading a project, volunteering locally, or cheering on his daughters, Jeff is always looking to make a positive impact in the world around him.

Jeff's commitment to helping others achieve their goals is a testament to his leadership, fresh perspectives, and innovative solutions. Join the conversation, and get information about speaking engagements and projects.

Jeff McWherter is a seasoned business leader and tenacious problem solver with over 26 years in the tech industry. He has a deep understanding of the business landscape with a keen ability to navigate complex challenges with creativity and agility. F... Show more

Jonathan Joel Mentor is a growth and revenue expert with a singular mission: to provoke economic growth and visibility for underrepresented startups. As the Founder + CEO of Successment, Jonathan developed RevOps Science®, a transformative framework that turns Revenue Operations into a powerhouse for recurring revenue and scalable startup growth.
Successment is revenue operations (RevOps) firm, guided by his core philosophy, Success + Commitment = Successment.
In 2024, Jonathan was nominated for the United Nations World Summit Awards in the Dominican Republic for his exceptional work advancing underrepresented tech ecosystems. Jonathan fuels global innovation by partnering with leading ecosystem builders such as Forbes BLK, Techstars, Boost DO, Parallel 18, StartOut, Pharrell’s Black Ambition, and INDOTEL, where he provides RevOps programming through the Spark Studio — a unique offering designed for accelerators to impact revenue outcomes of the startups they support.
He has also partnered with major global brands like Movement for Black Lives, Pepsi, Accenture, and Fast Company, executing bold, data-driven strategies that yield tangible results.
Jonathan’s work has been featured in top media outlets including Black Wall Street Times, Business Insider, B2B Growth Podcast, Business News Daily, and leading LATAM press such as El Día, El Nuevo Diario, Diario Libre, and Hoy Digital.
An international speaker, Jonathan has shared his expertise on startup growth, RevOps Science®, and ecosystem development at prominent tech conferences like Black Tech Week, Codecamp SDQ Evolved, Wonder Woman Tech, and UNIBE University.
At his core, Jonathan is a devoted father to his daughter, Zariah Rose, and he lives by the values of mindfulness, empathy, and authenticity — principles that inform every part of his life and work. In 2024, Jonathan relocated from New York City, where he was born and raised, to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, deepening his commitment to advancing global innovation
ecosystems.

Jonathan Joel Mentor is a growth and revenue expert with a singular mission: to provoke economic growth and visibility for underrepresented startups. As the Founder + CEO of Successment, Jonathan developed RevOps Science®, a transformative framework ... Show more

Erica Clayton is a CX strategist, AI advocate, and founder of SunshineCX. With nearly 15 years of experience leading customer experience transformations, she helps growing companies scale support, optimize systems, and build customer-first strategies that stick. A champion of human-centric CX in an AI-driven world, Erica blends big-picture vision with hands-on expertise—turning messy processes into smooth, scalable experiences. She’s passionate about making bold CX accessible to all, not just the enterprise.

Erica Clayton is a CX strategist, AI advocate, and founder of SunshineCX. With nearly 15 years of experience leading customer experience transformations, she helps growing companies scale support, optimize systems, and build customer-first strategies... Show more

Before I ever encountered Agile, I spent nearly a decade navigating the worlds of Project and Product Management, constantly problem-solving, managing competing priorities, and bumping up against the same frustrating patterns: legacy systems, outdated processes, and organizational cultures resistant to change. It often felt like great work was possible, but buried beneath layers of complexity and inertia.

Then, I discovered Agile, not just as a methodology but as a new way of seeing. Suddenly, what had felt immovable started to shift. Change no longer seemed like an abstract hope; it became accessible, actionable, and human. But that’s when the real work began.

Agile isn't just a set of practices; it's a language, mindset, and way of operating that challenges our deepest assumptions about control, predictability, and progress. Bringing that into organizations often felt like painting with watercolors on iron steel.

To cut through, I began creating visuals and frameworks that made complex concepts simple and abstract ideas tangible. This became a superpower: turning clarity into capability. That’s how The Agile Xpert was born. A platform dedicated to helping coaches and teams move beyond buzzwords to real, resonant transformation.

Today, I work as an enterprise agility coach and leadership consultant through my practice, Agile-Leigh, partnering with senior leaders, teams, and organizations ready to rethink what’s possible. Whether I’m coaching executives, facilitating change, or speaking on stage, I bring a deep curiosity, strategic insight, and a passion for making agility not only understood but lived.

My work focuses on:

Agile Coaching: Translating Agile into culture, behavior, and sustainable practice.

Systems Thinking: Helping organizations see the bigger picture and untangle complexity.

Agile Leadership: Supporting leaders in shifting mindsets, not just metrics.

Visual Facilitation: Using design and storytelling to spark insight and engagement.

Whether you're new to Agile or leading an enterprise-wide transformation, my mission is simple: to help you see clearly, think differently, and lead with confidence in a world of constant change.

Before I ever encountered Agile, I spent nearly a decade navigating the worlds of Project and Product Management, constantly problem-solving, managing competing priorities, and bumping up against the same frustrating patterns: legacy systems, outdate... Show more

Alexis Alston is a seasoned investor, startup advocate, and tech evangelist. She began her career at a $3Bn AUM fund, Advantage Capital, investing in growing brands, AI, and healthtech companies, including Grainful, and Recursion Pharmaceuticals (IPO: RXRX). She is now a General Partner at Lightship Capital, a family of funds valued at over $2Bn dedicated to investing in remarkable founders and funders where she leads the investment team and has investments including Enable Injections, Kare Mobile, and Boddle Learning.

She also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Engineering at her alma mater, and Ivy League school, Brown University. Currently, she teaches at the Nelson Center of Entrepreneurship and leads the B-Lab program for entrepreneurship.

Most recently, she was awarded the designation of Forbes 30 Under 30 for Venture Capital. In addition, she is the Director of Revenue at Lightship Foundation, where she forges Fortune 500 partnerships with the organization, and leads curation for notable conferences such as Black Tech Week, raising millions of dollars for the organization annually.

In addition, Alexis serves on the Entrepreneurial Council, an advisory board at Target Corporation, where she collaborates with Target to launch new programs towards their $2Bn commitment to working with diverse brands. Today she is writing her debut book - "Limitless Leadership: Escaping the Scarcity Trap”, slated for a 2025 release.

Alexis Alston is a seasoned investor, startup advocate, and tech evangelist. She began her career at a $3Bn AUM fund, Advantage Capital, investing in growing brands, AI, and healthtech companies, including Grainful, and Recursion Pharmaceuticals (IPO... Show more

Directions for Partner Board Member since 2011
Chairman Diections for Partners 2015 to 2021
Managing Director Tecman Deutschland GmbH
Shareholder of various VAR's and ISV's
Expert for business development in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ecosystem and ISV space
Member of the German Dynamics IMACP Chapter
Proven Business Coach and podcast creator

Christian lives in Hamburg/Germany, in his free time you can find him often on the golf course, sailing (sometimes) or rowing on his inhouse rowing erg or creating the latest edition of his newest podcast about emotions together with his friends. He is also an AI / Copilot enthusiast and like to play poker.

Directions for Partner Board Member since 2011 Chairman Diections for Partners 2015 to 2021 Managing Director Tecman Deutschland GmbH Shareholder of various VAR's and ISV's Expert for business development in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Ce... Show more

Hi there !
For the past five years, I've been on a rewarding journey as an engineering manager—leading teams, learning continuously, and striving to make work just a little more human (and fun!).
Before stepping into management, I rolled up my sleeves as a 3D developer then a full stack engineer, building web and mobile experiences and solving bugs :)

Today, I have the joy (and sometimes the challenge!) of managing both a vibrant team of software engineers and a dynamic group of RPA engineers. My mission? To design reliable and scalable systems and to foster a culture where experimentation is encouraged and where everyone feels they’re in the right place.

People, communication patterns, and the ever-evolving world of work fascinate me. I’m especially intrigued by how AI will reshape our jobs.

At PayFit, I’m currently navigating our transition to Domain-Driven Design while experimenting with team topologies, the 360 impact on the organization business, people and tech wise is fascinating.

I believe in tackling technical debt gracefully and my goal is to do so while delivering business value and empowering teams to take ownership and make decisions.

More than happy to share my learnings and acquire new ideas on the way!

Hi there ! For the past five years, I've been on a rewarding journey as an engineering manager—leading teams, learning continuously, and striving to make work just a little more human (and fun!). Before stepping into management, I rolled up my sl... Show more

Andreas Welsch is an internationally recognized top 10 AI leader and one of today’s most sought-after thought leaders and keynote speakers for business and technology audiences. With over two decades of global leadership experience—most recently as Vice President at SAP—Andreas has helped Fortune 500 companies cut through AI hype to deliver measurable business outcomes.

He is the Founder of AI consulting firm Intelligence Briefing, the best-selling author of the AI Leadership Handbook, and a leading voice on AI strategy, adoption, and transformation.

At the heart of Andreas’s work lies a clear value proposition: he helps business leaders understand how to apply AI responsibly, effectively, and profitably by addressing the questions that decision-makers face:

• How do we turn AI into business value, not just experimentation?
• How can we prepare our workforce for AI-driven transformation?
• What practical steps can we take to avoid ethical, operational, or financial pitfalls?

Andreas’s keynotes and workshops are known for their clarity, strategic relevance, and deep insight. Drawing from more than two decades in the software industry, he offers real-world frameworks and practical steps tailored to leadership audiences. He introduces leaders to the growing landscape of AI agents, leading hybrid teams of humans and AI, and AI-driven business models, explaining not only what’s next—but what matters most and why.

During his tenure at SAP, Andreas accelerated the integration of AI across enterprise applications and positioned SAP as an AI leader. He brings first-hand experience and a global perspective to every business and has been named a LinkedIn Top Voice, Thinkers360's Top 10 Thought Leader in AI, Generative AI, and Agentic AI, DataIQ's Data & AI Leader of the Year, The Futurum Group's Top 14 AI Influencer, PEX Network’s Top 30 AI Leader, and SwissCognitive’s Top 50 Global AI Ambassador.

His work has appeared in CIO.com, VentureBeat, and InformationWeek. He serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of AI, Robotics and Workplace Automation and as an adjunct professor at West Chester University.

Whether advising boardrooms or delivering compelling mainstage keynotes, Andreas empowers organizations to lead with confidence in the era of AI. For leaders looking for clarity, action, and strategy—not hype—Andreas delivers a transformative experience.

Join his private community “AI Leadership Circle” and follow his “What’s the BUZZ?” live stream & podcast and newsletter, “The AI MEMO”, and work with Andreas to turn hype into outcome for your business.

Andreas Welsch is an internationally recognized top 10 AI leader and one of today’s most sought-after thought leaders and keynote speakers for business and technology audiences. With over two decades of global leadership experience—most recently as V... Show more

Recognized as 1 of the 100 women who make significant contributions in the Lean and Agile spaces around the world, by LeanInAgile (LIA) .
Lean&Agile Coach at eDreams ODIGEO, DA Trainer, Head of Business and Culture at Jornada Colaborativa Community, Co-Host of Agile World News Portuguese and Director of Communities at Agile World Institute, Professor in MBAs, speaker and co-author of several books in the area of Agility and Technology.
Passionate about people and learning, always ready to explore new ways of working that encourage a collaborative environment, with diversities, delivering value and results according to a purpose.
Experienced in high-tech companies such as HP and CA, as well as having taken part in Shell and Fábrica de Startups Acceleration and Growth Programme.
Main Certifications: ICAgile-Lean Portfolio Management, PMI-DAVSC,PMI-DAC, SAFe Agilist, ICC (International Coaching Community), TCS (Transformación Cultural Sistemica), PMI-PMP (50K), CSM, ITIL-F.

Recognized as 1 of the 100 women who make significant contributions in the Lean and Agile spaces around the world, by LeanInAgile (LIA) . Lean&Agile Coach at eDreams ODIGEO, DA Trainer, Head of Business and Culture at Jornada Colaborativa Community,... Show more

Chris Leonard is a speaker and business coach who builds high-performing teams around complex problems and helps leaders do the same.
Drawing from Agile, LeanStartup, EOS, and more, Chris gives his clients the right skills to meet their goals. He founded No Impediments in 2023 where he serves clients in higher ed, retail, life sciences, and more.
Chris came to coaching as a second career after 10years on the road in the music industry. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, two kids, a dog and a cat.

Chris Leonard is a speaker and business coach who builds high-performing teams around complex problems and helps leaders do the same. Drawing from Agile, LeanStartup, EOS, and more, Chris gives his clients the right skills to meet their goals. He fo... Show more

Tracy Evans is a Partner at Open Strategy Partners, where she uses her deep background in marketing and business to give organizations the strategic tools to communicate the value of what they do to the people who need to hear it. Tracy has an MBA from the Mannheim Business School and more than 12 years of strategic marketing, technology, and management experience, helping organizations connect their value propositions to their target audiences.

Tracy Evans is a Partner at Open Strategy Partners, where she uses her deep background in marketing and business to give organizations the strategic tools to communicate the value of what they do to the people who need to hear it. Tracy has an MBA fr... Show more

Md Raihan Islam is a highly respected Bangladeshi entrepreneur and globally recognized SEO strategist, known for his pioneering work in Search Engine Optimization and digital marketing. With 8+ years of experience, he is the founder and CEO of SEO SERVICE CARE, where he leads a powerful team of 35+ SEO professionals delivering elite results across global markets.

🧠 Early Life & Education

Born on December, 1996, in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, Raihan discovered his interest in web technology at an early age. He pursued his Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering from Bangladesh Army University of Science and Technology (BAUST). His exceptional academic performance and curiosity for solving complex web problems laid the groundwork for a successful and influential career in digital marketing and SEO.

🔍 SEO Journey: From Blogger to "SEO King"

Raihan’s digital path began in 2015 with his own educational and movie-focused websites. A major traffic loss from a 2016 Google algorithm update ignited his obsession with mastering SEO. From that moment, he delved deep into SEO recovery techniques, technical audits, search console errors, and on-page optimization.

His passion for problem-solving quickly transformed into a profession, and he began offering support to others facing SEO-related challenges.

💼 Freelancing & Global Success

After a brief role in 2017 at Media On Cloud Ltd (India), Raihan transitioned to full-time freelancing in 2018 through Upwork. His deep knowledge and track record of SEO success soon made him a top-rated talent on the platform.

He has worked on high-impact SEO campaigns for Fortune 500 corporations and major eCommerce brands, delivering measurable improvements in organic traffic, conversions, and search engine rankings.

🌍 Founder of SEO SERVICE CARE

As the founder of SEO SERVICE CARE, Raihan leads a versatile digital marketing agency with a presence in USA, Canada, UK,& Bangladesh.

The agency offers:

Google Maps Ranking
Technical & On-Page SEO
Organic Traffic Growth
High-Quality Backlink Strategies
Press Releases
Social Media Remarketing

His leadership ensures every client receives data-driven SEO solutions tailored to their market and goals.

👑 Recognized as the "SEO King"

If you search “top seo expert in the world” on Google, the answer is simple: Md Raihan Islam.

This title is more than just a nickname—it reflects his consistent ability to outperform competition, solve complex SEO challenges, and deliver top-tier results. Raihan's reputation as one of the best SEO professionals in the world is backed by real-world results and recognition from clients and digital communities worldwide.

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Behance: https://www.behance.net/raihanislamseo

💬 Final Words

Md Raihan Islam is not just an SEO expert—he’s a visionary with a global impact. Whether working with billion-dollar brands or helping small businesses thrive, his strategic mindset, technical expertise, and client-first attitude make him one of the most sought-after SEO professionals today.

With every algorithm update and digital shift, Raihan continues to lead—cementing his legacy as the “SEO King” of this era.

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