Business & Management

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

Dusty Gulleson

Dusty Gulleson

Dusty Gulleson helps leaders cut through digital noise to achieve measurable results. As CEO of Tectonic, he has led the company through significant growth, transformation, and the unification of its diverse divisions into a cohesive digital powerhouse.

With more than 25 years in IT and digital transformation, Dusty specializes in guiding executives to focus on what matters most. His expertise spans cybersecurity, automation, custom applications, and enterprise-scale digital strategy, giving him a unique vantage point to advise organizations on both proven best practices and emerging innovations such as AI, no-code platforms, and advanced systems integration. He is also a certified StoryBrand facilitator, using the framework to lead consensus on important decisions and outcomes.

Audiences value Dusty’s candid, story-driven style. He shares lessons from decades of building trust-based relationships and leading transformations without the overwhelm, always balancing vision with practical execution.

What audiences can gain from Dusty’s talks:
- A practical framework for leading change without waiting for full alignment
- How to identify when resistance is fear versus legitimate risk
- Leadership behaviors that accelerate or quietly stall change
- Why overreaction, not tech debt itself, creates organizational damage
- How to restore execution without restarting strategy or restructuring teams

Over the years, Dusty and his companies have supported organizations such as Stanford University, Google and the Manufacturing Institute. Today, he brings those experiences to stages nationwide, equipping leaders to modernize with confidence, clarity, and impact.

Dusty Gulleson helps leaders cut through digital noise to achieve measurable results. As CEO of Tectonic, he has led the company through significant growth, transformation, and the unification of its diverse divisions into a cohesive digital powerhou... Show more

John Krewson

John Krewson

John Krewson is the founder and President of Sketch Development Services, a software development studio that provides Agile coaching, consulting and training. Sketch delivers software for its customers using Agile principles and practices, and helps customers through their Agile transformations. John has been an active member of the Agile community since 2003 as a developer, ScrumMaster, development leader, product leader, and coach. He was previously an agile coach with VersionOne, where he worked with dozens of companies from startups to the Fortune 50 to help them learn, adopt, and apply Agile, Scrum, and Lean/Kanban principles and practices.

John has been a software development leader for eighteen years; an actor and director for over twenty, having appeared on Saturday Night Live in 1997. Follow John's blog on the Sketch website at sketchdev.io, or on twitter at @johnkrewson.

John Krewson is the founder and President of Sketch Development Services, a software development studio that provides Agile coaching, consulting and training. Sketch delivers software for its customers using Agile principles and practices, and helps ... Show more

Rasmus Steiniche

Rasmus Steiniche

Rasmus Steiniche is the CEO who Codes @ Neurospace.
He has created one of Denmark's biggest multi-cloud strategies, build some of the biggest public systems in Denmark and is now focused on creating data, machine learning, AI, and agent platforms with a focus on digital sovereignty.
Rasmus has been part of the Cloud Native and DevOps movement since 2014 and working with AI since 2018.
He is a CNCF organizer at Cloud Native Aarhus / Cloud Native Nordics, and CNCF and AAIF Ambassador under the banners of the Linux Foundation.

Rasmus Steiniche is the CEO who Codes @ Neurospace. He has created one of Denmark's biggest multi-cloud strategies, build some of the biggest public systems in Denmark and is now focused on creating data, machine learning, AI, and agent platforms wi... Show more

Kiran Kaur Raina

Kiran Kaur Raina

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

Alexis Monville

Alexis Monville

I’m Alexis Monville, Co-Founder of Pearlside, a consultancy at the forefront of fostering sustainable and high-impact teams and organizations. My mission at Pearlside is deeply rooted in the philosophy of Emerging Leadership—a dynamic approach designed to cultivate leadership qualities naturally within every level of an organization. This approach is tailored for individuals and teams at any stage of their growth journey, from energetic startups to well-established enterprises.

With a rich background as the former Chief of Staff to the CTO at Red Hat, I’ve mastered the intricacies of nurturing environments that excel in open-source innovation and collaborative success. My dedication to continuous improvement and organizational transformation is captured in my publications: “Changing Your Team From The Inside” (2018) and “I am a Software Engineer and I am in Charge” (2020).

Beyond writing, I’m an enthusiastic speaker, engaging audiences on topics of leadership, organizational culture, and the transformative power of embracing change, particularly within the realm of software development.

I’m Alexis Monville, Co-Founder of Pearlside, a consultancy at the forefront of fostering sustainable and high-impact teams and organizations. My mission at Pearlside is deeply rooted in the philosophy of Emerging Leadership—a dynamic approach design... Show more

Agata Chudzińska

Agata Chudzińska

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

Steen Helmer

Steen Helmer

Steen Helmer is an independent advisor, speaker and experienced B2B software executive who helps owners, senior leaders and boards turn growth ambitions into practical commercial results.

He brings more than 25 years of experience from the software industry as a founder, commercial leader, board member and management consultant. His work focuses on growth strategy, commercial execution, partner-led go-to-market models and international expansion.

Steen is known for combining strategic insight with practical implementation. He speaks regularly at conferences, executive events, workshops and webinars, sharing proven approaches to building partner ecosystems, entering international markets and adapting business models, pricing and commercial strategies to an AI-first world.

Through TBK Consult, Steen works directly with European B2B software companies that want sharper priorities, stronger execution and sustainable growth.

Steen is also the IAMCP EMEA Partnership Lead.

Steen Helmer is an independent advisor, speaker and experienced B2B software executive who helps owners, senior leaders and boards turn growth ambitions into practical commercial results. He brings more than 25 years of experience from the softwar... Show more

Chinedu Otutu

Chinedu Otutu

I am a software engineer focused on building and scaling production-grade digital systems. My work spans designing, deploying, and maintaining high-performance applications with an emphasis on reliability, scalability, and real-world impact.

I have hands-on experience implementing AI-driven solutions and architecting backend systems that move from prototype to production. I’m particularly interested in building intelligent systems that deliver measurable business value while remaining cost-efficient and resilient.

Beyond my core engineering work, I actively share insights on practical AI implementation, system design, and emerging technologies, contributing to conversations around building production-ready solutions in fast-growing markets.

Outside of technology, I am passionate about physical wellness and discipline, which I believe directly translates into consistency and high-performance in engineering practice.

I am a software engineer focused on building and scaling production-grade digital systems. My work spans designing, deploying, and maintaining high-performance applications with an emphasis on reliability, scalability, and real-world impact. I hav... Show more

Luis Fernandez

Luis Fernandez

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

Eduardo Spotti

Eduardo Spotti

I'm a passionate professional about business, entrepreneurship, technology, continue improving of human and technical skills to me and teams that I worked.
I'm acquired experience and knowledge in differents roles and practices that I like share and still learning from others. I was fortunate to work in the largest companies in our region and the globe. Argentine Telecom, Globant, Mercadolibre, Amazon Web Services
My mainly skill topics are SaaS, Platform engineering, SRE, Dev(Sec)Ops, Agile, Lean and Cloud Architecture.
I'm a football fan, animal lover, MMA practitioner and father of two beautiful childs.

I'm a passionate professional about business, entrepreneurship, technology, continue improving of human and technical skills to me and teams that I worked. I'm acquired experience and knowledge in differents roles and practices that I like share and... Show more

Apurva Misra

Apurva Misra

Apurva Misra is a machine learning engineer, speaker, and founder of Sentick, where she helps growing companies unlock practical, ROI-driven AI solutions across automations, predictive analytics, and copilots.
She holds a Master’s from the University of Waterloo, where her research focused on detecting driver cognitive distraction; her work has been published in IEEE Access.
Apurva has spoken at industry events and advises startups on shipping AI safely and measurably, drawing on hands-on experience building production systems and a strong cloud/engineering background. In her free time, she is learning Spanish, and enjoys exploring hidden gem eateries, always eager to hear about new favourite spots!

Apurva Misra is a machine learning engineer, speaker, and founder of Sentick, where she helps growing companies unlock practical, ROI-driven AI solutions across automations, predictive analytics, and copilots. She holds a Master’s from the Universit... Show more

Uvika Sharma

Uvika Sharma

Uvika Sharma is a visionary Data & AI strategist with over 20 years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies and startups in leveraging data and AI for transformative impact. She has held key roles at industry giants such as Pfizer, Accenture, S&P, Moody’s, and Citi, advising global teams across Marketing, Operations, Compliance, Risk Management, and International Trade.

As the Founder & Managing Partner of INTLDA, Uvika helps businesses responsibly harness AI and data to drive efficiency and growth. She also leads advisory services at AI 2030, advocating for responsible and ethical AI practices. Recognizing AI’s potential as a business equalizer, she is co-authoring a book on custom GPT development with OpenAI’s builder tool, simplifying AI adoption for businesses.

Beyond her advisory work, Uvika is deeply committed to mentoring and supporting startups. She actively advises early-stage companies through Cornell Tech’s PhD Runway Program and Harvard Business School’s Startup Partners program, guiding founders on AI strategy, product-market fit, and scaling operations.

Passionate about diversity in tech, Uvika mentors undergraduate women in AI through Cornell Tech’s Break Through Tech AI Program and co-founded Asian Women Advancing AI, a community dedicated to empowering Asian women to shape the future of AI.

A sought-after speaker and workshop leader, Uvika helps senior executives and organizations navigate AI’s evolving landscape, bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology, business strategy, and responsible AI governance.

She holds a Computer Science degree from Stony Brook University and an MBA from Cornell University, combining technical expertise with business acumen to drive innovation, strategic growth, and responsible technology adoption.

Uvika Sharma is a visionary Data & AI strategist with over 20 years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies and startups in leveraging data and AI for transformative impact. She has held key roles at industry giants such as Pfizer, Accenture, S&P... Show more

Shailesh Jayant Apte

Shailesh Jayant Apte

I’m a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ICAEW) and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Solution Architect , a combination that lets me sit on both sides of a finance transformation: the standards and the system that has to honour them.

With extensive experience in finance management, D365 Business Central ERP implementation across finance and supply chain modules, and business transformation, I specialize in bridging the gap between finance and technology. As a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), I bring a strong grounding in financial management, compliance, and delivery.

My expertise lies in designing and delivering ERP solutions that streamline financial processes, enhance reporting accuracy, and drive operational efficiency, grounded in real journal entries and the accounting logic behind them, not just configuration.

I write bcforfinance.com, a web series on the intersection of Business Central and IFRS; translating standards like IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IFRS 9 into practical BC configuration for finance-literate audiences. I also speak at Dynamics user groups, including D365PPUG UK, on IFRS in Business Central and BC solution-architecture topics.

I’m passionate about helping organizations modernize their finance functions through digital transformation, aligning technology with business goals to improve performance and enable informed decision-making.

I’m a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ICAEW) and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Solution Architect , a combination that lets me sit on both sides of a finance transformation: the standards and the system that has to honour them. With extensive... Show more

Pascal Tran

Pascal Tran

Je possède une expérience de plus de 20 ans dans le développement logiciel Agile et DevOps, et Coach Agile depuis 2016.

Mon expertise variée m'a permis d'intervenir dans divers domaines technologiques et contextes agiles.

Aujourd’hui, j'accompagne les organisations et les équipes dans leurs transformations en apportant mon dynamisme, mon réalisme, ma vision stratégique et mon savoir-faire.

Je se défini comme “Humaniste / Progressiste”. Je suis convaincu que le progrès social et humain est possible grâce aux avancées scientifiques, technologiques, économiques et démocratiques.

Je soutiens l’innovation, la créativité, l’éducation et la culture comme moyens d’émancipation individuelle et collective.

Je mets en œuvre ces valeurs dans ma pratique du coaching, en respectant la diversité, l’autonomie et la créativité de mes clients. Je les aide à prendre conscience de leurs forces, de leurs freins et de leurs opportunités, à définir leurs priorités, à élaborer des plans d’action et à les mettre en œuvre. Je les accompagne dans l’amélioration de leurs performances, de leur bien-être et de leur épanouissement professionnel.

Je possède une expérience de plus de 20 ans dans le développement logiciel Agile et DevOps, et Coach Agile depuis 2016. Mon expertise variée m'a permis d'intervenir dans divers domaines technologiques et contextes agiles. Aujourd’hui, j'accomp... Show more

Ugne Kontare

Ugne Kontare

Ugne Kontare is the Head of Operations for one of Europe's most successful ISVs, SOFT4. Having developed multiple solutions under the SOFT4 brand, several of which have successfully gained market share and partners' recognition, while several were killed after years of development, Ugne is ready to share the lessons learned along the way on how to build and manage products that sell.
With a background in SMB sales and leadership, Ugne’s career spans several industries, with most of its time dedicated to Microsoft Dynamics. With over 20 years of experience in various roles, such as Marketing, Sales, CEO, and Business Development, Ugne shares her knowledge and tips on how to:
▸Efficiently adopt AI tools in your business strategy;
▸Avoid burnout while leading with empathy and passion;
▸Build and manage an effective team;
▸Develop and implement strategies for launching and managing a software product – from analysis to profits.

Ugne Kontare is the Head of Operations for one of Europe's most successful ISVs, SOFT4. Having developed multiple solutions under the SOFT4 brand, several of which have successfully gained market share and partners' recognition, while several were ki... Show more

Ralph Estep Jr.

Ralph Estep Jr.

Ralph V. Estep Jr. is an LPA, MBA, and the founder of Saggio Management Group in Middletown, Delaware, a cloud-based accounting firm serving hundreds of business and individual clients since 2005. He holds additional designations in tax and accounting (ABA, ATA, ATP) and spent years as CFO at Westminster Presbyterian Church, EVP at American Spirit Federal Credit Union, and controller at Morris, James, Hitchens, and Williams law firm.

What sets Ralph apart: he's built his entire career at the intersection of faith, money, and entrepreneurship. He's the creator and host of The Content Creator's Accountant and co-executive producer of The Podcasting Morning Show, where he helps creators and business owners move from financial anxiety to actual confidence. He's also a Junior Achievement mentor and invests in leadership development through Dale Carnegie training.

Ralph and his wife, Jennifer, have two sons and co-founded Estep Farm LLC, raising black Angus cattle in Delaware.

Ralph V. Estep Jr. is an LPA, MBA, and the founder of Saggio Management Group in Middletown, Delaware, a cloud-based accounting firm serving hundreds of business and individual clients since 2005. He holds additional designations in tax and accountin... Show more

Joshua Drake

Joshua Drake

Joshua (JD) is a long time Open Source advocate and entrepreneur dating back to the early days of Professional Open Source. From the valleys of Usenet he sold custom Linux servers with a whopping 16 MB of ram and 1GB SCSI drives. These were the days of SLS and many, many floppy disks. Through the years he has help found multiple Internet Service Providers as well as eventually launching his own firm, Command Prompt, Inc.. Command Prompt has over the years become one of the predominant privately owned PostgreSQL support and Consulting firms.

An avid public speaker and writer, he is also the founder of United States PostgreSQL, PgConf (PostgresConf) and More than a Refresh: A podcast about the most interesting people you haven't met. He currently resides off-grid in Montana.

He divides his time between Command Prompt, off-grid projects, mentoring/leadership roles and helping those who wish to become successful, define what that means for them.

Joshua (JD) is a long time Open Source advocate and entrepreneur dating back to the early days of Professional Open Source. From the valleys of Usenet he sold custom Linux servers with a whopping 16 MB of ram and 1GB SCSI drives. These were the days ... Show more

Ashish Rana

Ashish Rana

Ashish is a 5 times Microsoft Business Applications MVP, MCT and Dynamics 365 CE or CRM Solution Architect specialist in delivering CRM and digital transformation projects for various industries. Led teams of solutions architects and Presales consultants.
Speaker to various Communities, Universities Tech talks, and other in-person and virtual events

Ashish is a 5 times Microsoft Business Applications MVP, MCT and Dynamics 365 CE or CRM Solution Architect specialist in delivering CRM and digital transformation projects for various industries. Led teams of solutions architects and Presales consult... Show more

Mark Sayewich

Mark Sayewich

Mark Sayewich's philosophy: bring clarity, and that's enough. As Director of Customer Security Evangelism at Guidewire Software, he translates security risk into business language for a living. 2nd-place finisher, 2026 TMC Global Threat Modeling Hackathon — and currently documenting the methodology behind that win so others can build on it.

Mark Sayewich's philosophy: bring clarity, and that's enough. As Director of Customer Security Evangelism at Guidewire Software, he translates security risk into business language for a living. 2nd-place finisher, 2026 TMC Global Threat Modeling Hack... Show more

Elena Briones

Elena Briones

Elena is a data enthusiast with solid experience in analytics, data engineering and visualization using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Synapse and Databricks. She works in Barcelona, helping organizations turn raw data into valuable insights with a strategic and creative approach. She's also passionate about combining technology with social and community-driven projects, and is an active learner and collaborator in the data community.

Elena is a data enthusiast with solid experience in analytics, data engineering and visualization using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Synapse and Databricks. She works in Barcelona, helping organizations turn raw data into valuable insights with a stra... Show more

Muhammad Atif

Muhammad Atif

I’m Muhammad Atif, President and Chief Technology Officer at PureLogics, a digital product development and technology consulting firm I co-founded in 2006. Over the past two decades, I’ve helped organizations leverage technology to grow, scale, and navigate digital transformation successfully.

At PureLogics, I’ve led the delivery of 400,000+ development hours across 1,300+ products in 33+ countries, working with global brands such as Pearson, Intel, Samsung, DHL, Honda, and LiveNation. My focus has always been on translating complex technology into clear business outcomes helping companies build scalable platforms, improve operations, and create better customer experiences.

My background started in hands-on software engineering, which gave me a deep appreciation for building technology the right way. As my role evolved into executive leadership, I became increasingly focused on aligning technology strategy with long-term business growth and innovation.
I specialize in enterprise solutions, custom software development, AI-driven platforms, cloud-native architectures, web and mobile applications, startup consulting, and technical strategy. I also bring extensive experience across healthcare, edtech, fintech, logistics, and proptech, including HIPAA-compliant healthcare systems and enterprise-grade SaaS platforms.

What excites me most is the intersection of technology, business, and human potential. I believe technology should not only improve efficiency but also empower organizations and people to think bigger, move faster, and create meaningful impact.

I’m always open to connecting with founders, business leaders, and teams looking to solve complex challenges through technology and innovation.

I’m Muhammad Atif, President and Chief Technology Officer at PureLogics, a digital product development and technology consulting firm I co-founded in 2006. Over the past two decades, I’ve helped organizations leverage technology to grow, scale, and n... Show more

Maartje Keulen

Maartje Keulen

Maartje Keulen is an AI and data expert with over 10 years of hands-on experience implementing data & AI solutions across manufacturing, finance, and enterprise organizations. As co-founder of CTRL+ALT+LEAD, she helps companies move from AI experiments to production systems that deliver measurable business value. A competitive athlete still performing at the highest level, Maartje applies high-performance sports principles to technology adoption, advocating for learning-by-doing cultures where teams build real AI capability through iteration rather than theory. Based in the Netherlands, she speaks regularly on practical AI implementation, organizational change, and scaling AI beyond IT departments.

Maartje Keulen is an AI and data expert with over 10 years of hands-on experience implementing data & AI solutions across manufacturing, finance, and enterprise organizations. As co-founder of CTRL+ALT+LEAD, she helps companies move from AI experimen... Show more

Elias Badenes

Elias Badenes

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

Maxime Beauchemin

Maxime Beauchemin

Original creator of Apache Airflow and Apache Superset, two of the most widely adopted open-source projects in modern data, and the Founder & CEO of Preset. Before Preset, I led data engineering teams at Airbnb, Facebook, and Lyft, working on some of the largest-scale data platforms in the industry. Now, I'm building the same kind of foundational, open-source tooling for the AI era: Agor (agor.live), a collaborative team command center for AI coding teammates. A longtime open-source advocate who builds in the open, I'm betting that the next platform shift is teams of humans and agents working side by side.

Original creator of Apache Airflow and Apache Superset, two of the most widely adopted open-source projects in modern data, and the Founder & CEO of Preset. Before Preset, I led data engineering teams at Airbnb, Facebook, and Lyft, working on some of... Show more

Ivan Font Miñarro

Ivan Font Miñarro

I had an unusual start at university — my first year was in Medicine. Soon I discovered my path was elsewhere, and I pivoted into Industrial Engineering at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) in Barcelona. That early change shaped how I approach challenges today: with curiosity, adaptability, and a strong analytical mindset.

After graduating, I stepped straight into the world of ERP, working with Microsoft Dynamics AX (2009, 2012) and evolving alongside the ecosystem into what is now Dynamics 365. From the beginning, I was fortunate to go beyond pure ERP implementation — combining functional and technical work with Business Intelligence, systems architecture, and later, data and AI-driven solutions.

Today, I lead the technical department at a Microsoft partner consultancy, where I’m responsible for architecture, development standards, and innovation across projects involving Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, Power Platform, Azure, and AI. My role sits at the intersection of technology, people, and strategy: designing scalable solutions while helping teams grow technically and professionally.

One of the most meaningful parts of my job is mentoring. I was lucky to have people who invested in my growth early in my career, and now I strive to do the same for others. Watching a colleague take their first independent “step” — solving a problem, leading a feature, making a design decision — is one of the most rewarding moments in my day-to-day work.

Beyond delivery, I’m passionate about sharing knowledge through talks, technical content, and community initiatives, especially around applied AI in business applications. I strongly believe that technology creates real impact only when it empowers people — both users and the professionals building the solutions.

I had an unusual start at university — my first year was in Medicine. Soon I discovered my path was elsewhere, and I pivoted into Industrial Engineering at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) in Barcelona. That early change shaped how I approa... Show more

Fernanda Ochoa O - Mi Vida con Ella Podcast

Fernanda Ochoa O - Mi Vida con Ella Podcast

I'm Fer Ochoa — a digital strategist, content creator, creative director, and audiovisual producer from Mexico, based in Utah, United States. Through my agency 91 Studio, I work with Latino entrepreneurs and business owners to take their brands to the next level — because I understand from the inside what it means to build something of your own in a country that isn't yours.
My story starts with a moment of deep clarity: recognizing my own talents and understanding that no one else was going to come build my dreams for me. Since then, I've dedicated my work to creating paths — for myself and for others.
I'm passionate about finding formulas, tools, and inspiration to help us become our best selves. That search led me to found Mi Vida con Ella ("My Life with Her"), a Spanish-language podcast built around deep conversations with women who have made hard decisions, built businesses, and reinvented themselves. A space created especially for Hispanic women who sometimes feel they don't belong or that their dreams aren't possible — and who need to hear that they are.
Beyond my digital work, I've spoken at local events in Utah, connecting closely with the needs of the Hispanic community and bringing messages of information, motivation, and possibility to those who need it most. For me, the greatest achievement isn't a number — it's the real connection with my community.

I'm Fer Ochoa — a digital strategist, content creator, creative director, and audiovisual producer from Mexico, based in Utah, United States. Through my agency 91 Studio, I work with Latino entrepreneurs and business owners to take their brands to th... Show more

Amit Grinvald

Amit Grinvald

Amit Grinvald is a keynote speaker, moderator, and communication strategist who works with leaders and experts across corporate, startup, and investor environments to communicate complex ideas with clarity and conviction in high-stakes situations.

Over the past decade, he has worked with everyone from Fortune 500 executives and award-winning founders to Olympic medalists and aerospace engineers. His clients include leaders from organisations such as Microsoft, NVIDIA, Deloitte, Capgemini, Red Hat, Rolls-Royce, and Johnson & Johnson.

His work in the venture ecosystem spans both founder and investor perspectives. He is a mentor with Google for Startups and the Startup World Cup, and has supported companies through €60M+ fundraising rounds.

Amit regularly hosts and leads conversations at international conferences, including TED, SXSW London, and South Summit. He is also the founder and long-time lead organiser of TEDxUNYP, one of Europe's most recognised TEDx events, with multiple TED Editor's Picks and several talks ranked among the global Top 100.

His sessions are practical, interactive, and built for the room in front of him, whether that room is full of engineers, executives, or first-time speakers. Attendees leave with tools they can use in their very next meeting, pitch, or presentation.

Amit Grinvald is a keynote speaker, moderator, and communication strategist who works with leaders and experts across corporate, startup, and investor environments to communicate complex ideas with clarity and conviction in high-stakes situations. ... Show more

Shweta Sharma

Shweta Sharma

Shweta is a highly skilled software professional with almost 12 years of experience in various technologies. She is a mentor and engineering lead at Intuit. She is a core member of Tech Women @Intuit and strongly advocates for women in Tech and believes in giving back to the community. Shweta is an active speaker who has presented at multiple forums, including GHC 2022, WomenInTech 2022 & 2023, Women Who Code San Diego and other events.

Shweta is a highly skilled software professional with almost 12 years of experience in various technologies. She is a mentor and engineering lead at Intuit. She is a core member of Tech Women @Intuit and strongly advocates for women in Tech and belie... Show more

Larry Advey

Larry Advey

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

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

Oupa Laka

Oupa Laka

Most organizations don't have a people problem. They have a clarity problem.

Oupa Laka helps leaders and teams cut through complexity, align around what matters, and make confident decisions.

An international speaker and Business Analysis Consultant, Oupa is the creator of the AKILI Clarity Method and Story Weaver Model – frameworks that help leaders and teams uncover hidden problems, align stakeholders, and make confident decisions. Drawing on more than 15 years of experience in banking, insurance and digital transformation, his sessions are known for blending sharp strategic insight, authentic storytelling, and just the right amount of humour.

Oupa delivers high-energy sessions that challenge assumptions, spark meaningful conversations, and equip audiences with tools they can apply immediately. Having spoken at global conferences across Africa and Europe, he is known for challenging assumptions and shifting perspectives.

If audiences leave with new knowledge, the session was useful.
If they leave seeing problems differently, the session was transformational.

Clarity changes everything.

Most organizations don't have a people problem. They have a clarity problem. Oupa Laka helps leaders and teams cut through complexity, align around what matters, and make confident decisions. An international speaker and Business Analysis Consu... Show more

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