Business & Management

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

Willard Robinson

Willard Robinson

Will Robinson is a growth strategist, operator, and advisor who has spent his career helping companies navigate moments of rapid change — from the early internet era to today’s AI-driven market shifts.

He has led strategy, growth, and product initiatives across startups and global enterprises, with work spanning cybersecurity, SaaS, healthcare, telecom, financial services, and emerging technology. His experience ranges from helping launch award-winning cybersecurity products to advising companies on go-to-market strategy, digital transformation, and scalable growth systems.

Over the course of his career, Will helped commercialize NSA technology into the SilentRunner cybersecurity platform, contributed to the growth of companies involved in multiple major exits, and worked on transformation and growth initiatives with organizations including Microsoft, Intel, EMC, Avaya, Lucent, and TripAdvisor. He has also founded and advised startups, taught strategy and entrepreneurship at Emerson College, and co-taught “Cyberspace and the Law” with Lawrence Lessig at Yale Law School.

Known for combining deep technical knowledge with practical business thinking, Will speaks on AI, growth strategy, go-to-market execution, product-market fit, and the future of modern business systems. His style blends executive strategy with real-world operational insight — focused less on hype and more on what actually works.

He holds an MBA from Yale School of Management and a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University. He’s also the father of three daughters, which may be the hardest leadership role of all.

Will Robinson is a growth strategist, operator, and advisor who has spent his career helping companies navigate moments of rapid change — from the early internet era to today’s AI-driven market shifts. He has led strategy, growth, and product init... Show more

Jeroen Bijdevier

Jeroen Bijdevier

About Me I am Jeroen Bijdevier, and I specialize in the intersection of security, compliance, and data. As a Security Specialist and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), I assist organizations in navigating complex data protection requirements.

My approach places significant emphasis on the human element, as I believe this is essential for achieving meaningful and sustainable change. Compliance is driven by business, not by IT.

With the rise of Microsoft Copilot and other AI solutions, I am passionate about ensuring that innovation doesn’t come at the cost of security.

I will share practical insights to help you keep your sensitive data secure and compliant in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

About Me I am Jeroen Bijdevier, and I specialize in the intersection of security, compliance, and data. As a Security Specialist and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), I assist organizations in navigating complex data protection requirements. My a... Show more

Angel Ceballos

Angel Ceballos

Angel Ceballos is the Founder and CEO of SeraphicGuardian and an architect of defensible systems.

Her work focuses on how complex data and decision systems are designed, governed, and held accountable in real-world environments. Rather than treating governance as documentation or policy layered on top of technology, she builds it directly into system architecture.

With a foundation in data engineering and enterprise architecture, Angel designs and implements accountable infrastructure that governs risk, fairness, and long-term resilience. She challenges organizations to move beyond performance metrics and build systems that withstand scrutiny, degrade safely under stress, and produce defensible evidence by design.

Her mission is to ensure accountability and safety are not policy add-ons but engineered foundations that preserve the human voice, lived experience and narrative behind the number.

Angel Ceballos is the Founder and CEO of SeraphicGuardian and an architect of defensible systems. Her work focuses on how complex data and decision systems are designed, governed, and held accountable in real-world environments. Rather than treati... Show more

Jen Ryan Galantowicz

Jen Ryan Galantowicz

Jennifer Galantowicz is an executive leader, business development strategist, and keynote speaker with over 20 years of experience driving growth across healthcare operations, technology consulting, and senior living. Known for her engaging and actionable speaking style, Jennifer helps organizations, executive teams, and emerging leaders navigate complex growth, prevent burnout, and build high-performing cultures.

She specializes in translating high-level organizational strategy into human-centric leadership practices. Her signature presentations focus on sustainable leadership momentum, the psychology of incremental progress, and strategic cross-functional alignment.

Beyond her corporate leadership, Jennifer serves on the Board of Directors for NAMI St. Louis and is an active community advocate. Whether delivering an intimate workshop or addressing a ballroom, she blends data-backed frameworks with real-world executive storytelling to leave audiences energized, equipped, and ready to execute.

NAMI St. Louis - Board Member, NAMIWalks St. Louis co-chair (namistl.org)
Jewish Family Services - NORC volunteer
Marcy's Project - volunteer
Society for Information Management (SIM) member, SIM Women, #SheLeadsTech
Women We Admire (WWA) contributor, member, presenter

Jennifer Galantowicz is an executive leader, business development strategist, and keynote speaker with over 20 years of experience driving growth across healthcare operations, technology consulting, and senior living. Known for her engaging and actio... Show more

Ismael Novo

Ismael Novo

🎓Formador de Formadores por Babson College
🔴ExPresidente de la Confederación Española de Junior Empresa
💻Consultor Informático en EPAM
📊Prince2 & Scrum Master
🏫Alumni del Colegio Mayor Azarbe

🎓Formador de Formadores por Babson College 🔴ExPresidente de la Confederación Española de Junior Empresa 💻Consultor Informático en EPAM 📊Prince2 & Scrum Master 🏫Alumni del Colegio Mayor Azarbe Show more

Donna Edwards

Donna Edwards

With a 25 year career in the tech industry I have achieved the career, finance and life goals that equal success for me. Starting as a small business owner operator, then moving into the corporate world and doing a double Masters (MBA, MHRM) while working my way up to General Manager roles in tech consulting. In my 6 years at AWS I was able to successfully navigate the “L7” promotion process progressing across multiple roles and teams from a WA remit, to Australia wide, AsiaPacific and then into a global role.

I achieved financial independence in 2025 and now live a 'work optional' life focused on my passions and values. This includes my startup Shoutout, which helps companies improve their culture through recognition & gratitude.

I love giving back to the community and do a range of volunteering. I enjoy travelling regularly, am a musician and an animal lover.

With a 25 year career in the tech industry I have achieved the career, finance and life goals that equal success for me. Starting as a small business owner operator, then moving into the corporate world and doing a double Masters (MBA, MHRM) while wo... Show more

Samuel Holcman

Samuel Holcman

Sam Holcman is the Managing Director of the Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence (EACOE) and President of the Zachman Institute for Framework Advancement (ZIFA). With more than 40 years of hands-on enterprise architecture practice, he has worked with Fortune 500 companies and US federal agencies to build practitioner-level EA capability.

He is the developer of the ForeSight methodology and The Enterprise Framework, co-developer of the widely used Rapid Analysis technique, and author of "Reaching the Pinnacle." EACOE has trained over 165,000 professionals across 4,500+ organizations worldwide.

Sam speaks on enterprise architecture as a practitioner discipline rather than an exam credential, AI-ready enterprise architecture, federal enterprise architecture (FEAF/DoDAF), and how organizations move beyond TOGAF to deliver real EA outcomes and Succeed Fast.

Speaking topics: Enterprise Architecture, AI Enterprise Architecture, TOGAF Alternative / Beyond TOGAF, Federal Enterprise Architecture, EA Practitioner Skills, Digital Transformation. Learn more at eacoe.org.

Sam Holcman is the Managing Director of the Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence (EACOE) and President of the Zachman Institute for Framework Advancement (ZIFA). With more than 40 years of hands-on enterprise architecture practice, he has wor... Show more

Ehud Bahat

Ehud Bahat

Ehud Bahat is a technology consultant and fractional product leader with over 20 years of experience in software engineering and R&D management. Holding an MBA certification, Ehud specializes in bridging the gap between technical execution and business value. Previously at Binah.ai, Ehud led a live webinars, drove innovative strartegic solutions, and spearheaded integrations with Polar and other wearables. Passionate about individual accountability in the data space, he empowers professionals to transition from passive analysts to proactive business leaders.

Ehud Bahat is a technology consultant and fractional product leader with over 20 years of experience in software engineering and R&D management. Holding an MBA certification, Ehud specializes in bridging the gap between technical execution and busine... Show more

Chantal Matthews

Chantal Matthews

Chantal Matthews is a highly sought after Finance Director originally from South Africa but now residing in the UK. After selling her accounting practice, Chantal now focuses on helping companies and individuals manage their financial future with intention and focus. She has years of experience in various financial and management roles in a range of industries. She loves to explain financial fundamentals in an easy-to-understand manner and empower people to take control of their finances. She is also an international author and affectionately known as ‘Hippy Mother’ by her two children. When she’s not number crunching she enjoys time in nature walking her dog or potting in the garden all while devouring books through audible or the latest podcasts episodes.

Chantal Matthews is a highly sought after Finance Director originally from South Africa but now residing in the UK. After selling her accounting practice, Chantal now focuses on helping companies and individuals manage their financial future with int... Show more

Kate Covey

Kate Covey

I'm a Visual Strategist with over 20 years of experience helping teams to communicate their messaging seamlessly. As a Graphic Recorder, I translate complex discussions, keynote speeches, and strategic sessions into engaging visual maps that do more than just look good—they act as a lasting anchor for attendee retention and team alignment.

What I bring to your next event:

Real-time Synthesis: I distill high-level concepts into clear visual narratives as they are being spoken.

Enhanced Engagement: My visuals keep participants focused and foster deeper participation.

Lasting Impact: Attendees leave with a shareable, visual summary of the event that continues to deliver value long after the session closes.

Whether you are hosting a high-stakes strategy retreat, a large-scale conference, or a creative workshop, I provide the visual framework to make sure your message sticks.

Let’s connect to discuss how we can bring your next event to life. https://calendly.com/katecovey/30min

I'm a Visual Strategist with over 20 years of experience helping teams to communicate their messaging seamlessly. As a Graphic Recorder, I translate complex discussions, keynote speeches, and strategic sessions into engaging visual maps that do more ... Show more

Dr. Kenisha Coon-Santiago

Dr. Kenisha Coon-Santiago

Dr. Kenisha Coon-Santiago is a nationally recognized leadership strategist, keynote speaker, systems change consultant, and author with over 15 years of experience advancing equity-centered transformation across child welfare, government, nonprofit, and organizational leadership spaces. Known for her dynamic storytelling, powerful stage presence, and ability to connect lived experience with actionable leadership strategies, she has become a sought-after voice on resilience, workplace culture, transformational leadership, and sustainable systems change.

Dr. Coon-Santiago specializes in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), leadership development, organizational culture transformation, and evidence-based coaching. She partners with organizations nationwide to help leaders move beyond performative change and build human-centered systems rooted in accountability, belonging, and measurable impact.

As the founder of Kenisha Coon Consulting, she has facilitated leadership trainings, keynote presentations, and systems transformation initiatives for national conferences, executive leadership teams, universities, nonprofit organizations, and public sector agencies. Her work focuses heavily on racial equity, leadership accountability, lived expertise, workforce culture, and advancing equitable outcomes for historically marginalized communities.

Dr. Coon-Santiago recently completed her PhD focused on evidence-based coaching, decision-making, and cultural responsiveness within child welfare systems. Her research explored how coaching and transformational leadership influence equitable decision-making and organizational change.

She is also the author of the memoir And Then She Persisted, a deeply personal and empowering reflection on trauma, resilience, identity, advocacy, and breaking generational cycles. Through both her writing and speaking, Dr. Coon-Santiago challenges audiences to rethink leadership, embrace authenticity, and lead with courage in complex systems.

Her signature presentations explore topics including:
• Equity-Centered Leadership and Organizational Transformation
• Women in Leadership and Breaking Systemic Barriers
• Resilience, Burnout, and Sustainable Leadership
• The Power of Lived Expertise in Systems Change
• Antiracist Leadership in Action
• Human-Centered Workplace Culture and Belonging
• Transformational Leadership Through Storytelling and Vulnerability

Whether speaking to executives, frontline professionals, emerging leaders, or national audiences, Dr. Coon-Santiago delivers experiences that are inspiring, practical, emotionally impactful, and rooted in real-world systems transformation.

Dr. Kenisha Coon-Santiago is a nationally recognized leadership strategist, keynote speaker, systems change consultant, and author with over 15 years of experience advancing equity-centered transformation across child welfare, government, nonprofit, ... Show more

Marlon Leandro

Marlon Leandro

AI Engineering Lead and Solutions Architect with extensive experience designing scalable, high-performance systems and implementing generative AI and cloud-native solutions. Expert in AI agent workflow architecture, conversational RAG platforms, and enterprise-grade SDKs. Strong proficiency in Python (PyTorch/TensorFlow), MLOps, and data governance. Proven track record of integrating data science and engineering, mentoring cross-functional teams, and delivering trusted, governed AI solutions in the banking and mining sectors. MIT specialization in deep learning and generative AI.

AI Engineering Lead and Solutions Architect with extensive experience designing scalable, high-performance systems and implementing generative AI and cloud-native solutions. Expert in AI agent workflow architecture, conversational RAG platforms, and ... Show more

Hazem Ali

Hazem Ali

Hazem Ali is a Distinguished Mission-critical AI & ML Engineer / Architect and the Founder & CEO of Skytells, with 20+ years of expertise in deep learning, edge intelligence, cloud, enterprise AI, and software engineering. He specializes in R&D of scalable systems that deliver industry transformation & measurable value.

Recognized for uniting engineering depth with architectural vision, he enables responsible adoption of AI across global enterprises, His leadership has shaped teams across enterprise and government sectors, and his contributions have been acknowledged by global leaders through invitations to keynote international conferences and collaborate with top organizations worldwide.

His footprint includes contributions with leading organizations like Cisco, Apple, and Microsoft, influencing technologies widely used today.

With deep expertise in software engineering, security, and AI, he designs complex enterprise systems that translate advanced research into reliable, mission-critical systems. He collaborates across global enterprises, government, academia, and tech communities to support responsible AI. Guided by architectural rigor and long-term vision, he advances deep learning, edge AI, and secure, governed enterprise AI.

Hazem Ali is a Distinguished Mission-critical AI & ML Engineer / Architect and the Founder & CEO of Skytells, with 20+ years of expertise in deep learning, edge intelligence, cloud, enterprise AI, and software engineering. He specializes in R&D of sc... Show more

Jacopo Romei

Jacopo Romei

Jacopo Romei entered the DDD community as a developer and never quite left — though the work quietly shifted from shaping code to shaping the socio-technical landscapes in which code lives. Over two decades of consulting across software, UX, and organisational design, he has helped teams and companies untangle the structural problems that good intentions alone cannot fix.

A KanDDDinsky regular since 2019, his talks have moved from negotiating better contracts, to reviving organisations with EventStorming, to the ergodicity of knowledge work. He is the founder of Scaling Tales, a knowledge work-based company built from day one with AI at its core — and a live experiment in whether designing for optionality actually holds up when the world changes faster than your roadmap.

Jacopo Romei entered the DDD community as a developer and never quite left — though the work quietly shifted from shaping code to shaping the socio-technical landscapes in which code lives. Over two decades of consulting across software, UX, and orga... Show more

Patrick Trierweiler

Patrick Trierweiler

Friendly, Curious, Eclectic;

Patrick Trierweiler is a security-focused compliance professional with 200+ closed engagements and currently working as a Compliance Analyst for Steel Patriot Partners. A Florida State University CCI Alumni, an Eagle Scout, and Writer for the ISACA Blog from time to time. His more niche work related to emerging technology, cybersecurity, and culture can be found on his Blog "It'll Be The Future Soon" on LinkedIn and Substack

Patrick dived straight into the IT Audit and Cybersecurity space out of College in 2019 and has seen a lot during his 7 year tenure in the industry. Joining A-LIGN during a time of exponential growth where each year both the companies revenue and his team doubled in size. During his time there he went from SOC 2 IT Associate Auditor to FedRAMP Manager. Performing and SOC 1 ITGC+BP, SOC 2, HIPAA, SSPA, Ransomware Preparedness, FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST 800 engagements including full audits, readiness assessments and gap assessments. As well as sitting on the Methodology, Training, and GRC committees creating trainings, controls, and testing methods.

He Left A-LIGN in late 2023 and has worked in the FedRAMP/IT Consulting space ever since. Today, he designs, builds, and maintains Security Compliance Programs in the private sector.

Patrick lives the greater Tampa Bay area and is always looking for ways to assist the community. He mentors and performs resume critiques for Veterans, College Kids, and generally anyone interested in breaking into Tech and IT Audit.

Friendly, Curious, Eclectic; Patrick Trierweiler is a security-focused compliance professional with 200+ closed engagements and currently working as a Compliance Analyst for Steel Patriot Partners. A Florida State University CCI Alumni, an Eagle S... Show more

Zita Varga

Zita Varga

Zita is an AI strategist by day and a tea master by night. She is excited by innovations, tea, and a healthy dose of Japanese fantasy.

Zita is an AI strategist by day and a tea master by night. She is excited by innovations, tea, and a healthy dose of Japanese fantasy. Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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