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

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

Carol Picon, dirigeante de la société Be Collaborative, est spécialisée dans l'accompagnement des organisations et des managers, dans le développement d'une véritable culture collaborative.

Formatrice, coach professionnelle et consultante, elle est convaincue par la force du collectif comme levier de performance et d'engagement individuel.

En partenariat avec Chloé Briand, elle propose des parcours de formation complet sur l'approche et les outils de l'Intelligence Collective.

Chloé est également formatrice et facilitatrice en Intelligence Collective. Son crédo : les outils, la créativité et la pensée visuelle pour créer et imaginer des ateliers impactants.

Carol Picon, dirigeante de la société Be Collaborative, est spécialisée dans l'accompagnement des organisations et des managers, dans le développement d'une véritable culture collaborative. Formatrice, coach professionnelle et consultante, elle es... Show more

I am Group Product Manager at Deel, a fast-growing HR technology company specializing in payroll for businesses with global teams. I manage 8 dynamic product teams and oversee the product strategy and development of Deel's Payroll product. Under my leadership, these teams have been integral in processing 1.9 million payslips and handling a staggering $9 billion in payouts in 2023 alone.

With over 10 years of product management experience, I have a proven track record of delivering successful products from conception to launch. Prior to Deel, I served as a Head of Product and Marketing at Blazing Boost, where I led the whole Product and Web Marketing department.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strengths in areas like product vision, user research, prototyping, experimentation and stakeholder management. I am skilled at quickly validating ideas through MVPs and data analysis. I also have significant experience with agile methodologies.

I am Group Product Manager at Deel, a fast-growing HR technology company specializing in payroll for businesses with global teams. I manage 8 dynamic product teams and oversee the product strategy and development of Deel's Payroll product. Under my l... 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

I help corporations, start-ups, and professionals build new ventures, minimizing their risk and maximizing their return on investment, effectiveness, and fun. Sometimes, those ventures are my own.

In 2003, I discovered new agile approaches to software development and, as a young entrepreneur, decided to give them a try. I later introduced agile practices at eBay Italia, Siemens, and FAO. However, by 2011, I realized that the real problem often lies in organizational governance and the agreements we negotiate. This insight led me to join the board of the European Organisation Design Forum (EODF).

I’ve authored several books: Pro PHP Refactoring, a chapter on TDD in PHP Best Practices, and Extreme Contracts (2017), focused on contracts and negotiation in knowledge work. I also contributed to a few books by Jurgen Appelo.

I’m one of the founders of the ALE (Agile Lean Europe) network, PHP User Group Roma, and Arduino User Group Roma.

I hold a sailing license for my love of the sea, a glider pilot license for my love of the sky, and I’m a certified LEGO® Serious Play® facilitator.

I help corporations, start-ups, and professionals build new ventures, minimizing their risk and maximizing their return on investment, effectiveness, and fun. Sometimes, those ventures are my own. In 2003, I discovered new agile approaches to soft... 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

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

Teresa Cain is an author, speaker, entrepreneur and technology executive who has led global product and user experience teams for more than 17 years and has held significant roles at SS&C Technologies, H&R Block, Lexmark, Netsmart Technologies, Service Management Group and TreviPay. Teresa is the Founder and President of Lucid Startup Consulting and has diverse experience as a speaker and coach for startups and technology firms and in leading product management, design, research, strategy, and innovation sessions. Her impressive journey includes hundreds of high profile organizations including teams at Amazon, Microsoft, Tesla, Vanguard, Deloitte, and Red Ventures.

Teresa is the Bestselling author of Solving Problems in 2 Hours: How to Brainstorm and Create Solutions with Two Hour Design Sprints released in 2023 and is also the highest-rated and best-selling instructor for design sprint and product management courses on Udemy for her courses “Product Strategy & Roadmapping” and “2 Hour Design Sprints: Learn how to solve problems and design products in just 2 hours vs. 5 days.”

In 2024, Teresa received a Forty Under 40 Award from Ingram’s Magazine. Teresa received a prestigious Emerging Scholar Award in 2023 from the International Conference on Design Principles and Practices for her research “Putting Into Practice Evolving Design Thinking Methods at Technology Firms: The Evolution To 2 Hour Design Sprints.” She was also a 2022 Women in IT Summit & Award Series Finalist for Advocate of the Year.
Teresa earned a BS in Journalism from the William Allen White School of Journalism and a BA in English from The University of Kansas. She earned an Executive MBA (EMBA) from Rockhurst University and a Master’s of Integrated Innovation for Products and Services (MIIPS) at Carnegie Mellon University. She also completed Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management Executive Program for Product Strategy methods, a program with a focus on discovering, developing, managing and marketing products as a business. Her certifications include Pragmatic Marketing Certified III ©, Net Promoter Certified Associate, Certified Scrum Product Owner, Certified Scrum Master, Project Management Professional and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

Teresa Cain is an author, speaker, entrepreneur and technology executive who has led global product and user experience teams for more than 17 years and has held significant roles at SS&C Technologies, H&R Block, Lexmark, Netsmart Technologies, Ser... Show more

Angie Jones is a magazine publisher turned marketer who's been turning stories into revenue for more than two decades. In addition to her work as a Fractional Head of Content, Angie helps B2B experts craft high-trust thought leadership content through her content agency, Suite Ghost. When she's not creating LinkedIn content you'll find her chasing her two young kids or writing mediocre fiction novels.

Angie Jones is a magazine publisher turned marketer who's been turning stories into revenue for more than two decades. In addition to her work as a Fractional Head of Content, Angie helps B2B experts craft high-trust thought leadership content throug... Show more

I have worked in the digital marketing arena for almost 15 years, managing both in-house and remote teams around the globe. It has been a privilege to work with some of the biggest brands in the world, while holding freelance, agency, and in-house positions. I'm very passionate about remote work and building strong teams, no matter the location or industry. These musings can be found at my blog: https://whereverimaywork.com

I have worked in the digital marketing arena for almost 15 years, managing both in-house and remote teams around the globe. It has been a privilege to work with some of the biggest brands in the world, while holding freelance, agency, and in-house po... Show more

Fullstack product engineer creating content about building production-ready apps as a solopreneur.

Over the past decade, I've worked as a freelance full-stack developer mostly with startups and small businesses. In 2020 I decided to deepen my business and product knowledge, to build outstanding products.

As of now, I'm building production-ready products efficiently, and documenting my journey as a solopreneur product engineer. Twitter, YouTube, and my blog.

Why building in public?
Following other people's journeys can teach you a lot. As well as you, I follow many other creators.
Being active on social media and building in public allowed me to be part of a club that prioritizes shipping and giving value.

Fullstack product engineer creating content about building production-ready apps as a solopreneur. Over the past decade, I've worked as a freelance full-stack developer mostly with startups and small businesses. In 2020 I decided to deepen my busi... Show more

Over 25 years of professional experience, working in recent years as a consultant and corporate coach for Business Agility. I have helped public and private companies to adopt Lean and Agile practices on an organizational scale, promoting alignment and synergy between Technology and Business.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from UNESP, degree in Business Management from FATEC, SAFe Practice Consultant certificate from Scaled Agile, KMP I from Kanban University, Professional Scrum Master and Professional Product Owner from Scrum. org.

Over 25 years of professional experience, working in recent years as a consultant and corporate coach for Business Agility. I have helped public and private companies to adopt Lean and Agile practices on an organizational scale, promoting alignment a... Show more

30+ years of ERP implementations. JDEdwards, Oracle, Baan, and the last 20 year Dynamics AX (2.5. 3.0, 4.0, 2009, 2012, 2012 R3, D365 F&O).
With more that 40 full cycle ERP Implementations successfully implemented.
Jason has a vast background of project experience as well successful track record for business improvements which comes from his background as an Industry Expert in Wholesale Distribution, Retail and Manufacturing.

30+ years of ERP implementations. JDEdwards, Oracle, Baan, and the last 20 year Dynamics AX (2.5. 3.0, 4.0, 2009, 2012, 2012 R3, D365 F&O). With more that 40 full cycle ERP Implementations successfully implemented. Jason has a vast background of... Show more

Phil Ledgerwood’s resumé looks like seven other people’s resumés stitched together. He has baked bagels, guarded Clint Black’s town home, cooked for a gourmet food shop, freed stuck college students from elevators, managed printing plates for packaging, and served as a linguist in the Air Force. He taught himself HTML when the Netscape browser was still a thing, and the rest is history.

Phil is a twenty-year veteran of the software development industry in the Kansas City area. If you’re in the Kansas City area, he is two degrees of separation away from any programmer you know and has probably worked for, at, or with your company.

When the agile movement hit town, Phil knew a good thing when he saw it and became an early adopter of first wave agile practices. He has used these practices to ideate, build, and complete software projects ranging from loan forecasting to routing irrigation trucks to managing pharmacies to predictive lead generation to selling teddy bears. When people ask what vertical his company serves, he says, “Yours.”

Phil has incorporated Lean methodologies into software development just like his father used to do in manufacturing. When he partnered with Travis Dietz to start Integrity Inspired Solutions in 2012, they laid the foundation in Lean to make the custom software development enterprise more humane, predictable, and focused on the success of everyone involved.

A regular speaker at developer, Lean, and Agile conferences, Phil has a passion for taking his company’s ways to other companies whether they create software or not. He loves to see them transform from a collection of interactions riddled with disappointments and broken promises to team-oriented relational companies enjoying newfound trust, joy, efficiency, and success. Several companies from all over the world in all different industries contract Phil to help coach them through their own journeys. He also hosts the successful "Agile Bites" podcast.

When he’s not helping project managers learn predictive metrics or helping developers write customer-focused features, he’s enjoying a wide array of highly geeky hobbies including fantasy and sci-fi novels, gaming, and teaching Filipino stick fighting. His main hobby is making the world a better place for everyone who has to share the planet with him, and the engine for that is love.

Phil Ledgerwood’s resumé looks like seven other people’s resumés stitched together. He has baked bagels, guarded Clint Black’s town home, cooked for a gourmet food shop, freed stuck college students from elevators, managed printing plates for packagi... Show more

Megan Killion: Scaling MSPs and Elevating Lives

Megan Killion, the Chief Consultant at MKC Agency, carries a mission transcending the typical marketing and sales boundaries. With a vibrant track record of generating over $500 million in B2B tech sales, Megan brings a wealth of experience and a profound commitment to ethical marketing practices in the MSP space. Her unique approach intertwines strategic revenue consulting with a deep-seated passion for social impact, aiming to scale 100 MSPs' revenue while simultaneously elevating 100 employees from poverty.

An adept strategist, Megan's expertise isn't just in driving revenue; it's about fostering sustainable growth through practices that honor both the client's needs and the broader societal context. Her personal journey, from overcoming adversity as a homeless single mother to becoming a thought leader in the MSP industry, imbues her work with authenticity and a drive for meaningful change.

Megan's approach is grounded in the belief that business growth and ethical practices are not mutually exclusive but are, in fact, synergistic. She advocates for marketing that speaks with transparency, connects genuinely with the audience, and delivers value that resonates on a human level. It's this philosophy that has not only led to her success but has also made her a beacon for those seeking to redefine the intersection of technology, business, and social good. "You don't have to lie to make the sale."

As a speaker, Megan captivates audiences with her dynamic presence, inspiring stories, and actionable insights. Her sessions are a blend of cutting-edge marketing tactics and heartening narratives of personal and professional triumph. Whether she's speaking to tech gurus or business novices, Megan's message is clear: success is possible for everyone, and business can be a powerful platform for positive transformation.

Megan Killion: Scaling MSPs and Elevating Lives Megan Killion, the Chief Consultant at MKC Agency, carries a mission transcending the typical marketing and sales boundaries. With a vibrant track record of generating over $500 million in B2B tech s... Show more

Shefali would like to introduce herself as a technology enthusiast, curious lifelong learner, innovator & enabler, mentor & a coach, volunteer & yoga proponent, author and vociferous reader;
Shefali is Global Engineering Director at Red Hat responsible for bootstrapping and growing OpenShift Engineering teams in Asia Pacific, Europe & North America regions. She is leading the product engineering teams responsible for OpenShift platform for Edge devices, OpenShift Application Platform and core OpenShift Engineering teams globally. She is also member of Bangalore Leadership Council at Red Hat responsible for the growth of the Bangalore site.

A seasoned IT professional with over two decades of experience, Shefali has donned various hats spanning management, strategy, product management, product engineering, solutioning & professional services working with Customers, System Integrators, Business Partners and ecosystem teams.

An active speaker at industry and technology conferences, Shefali is very passionate about incubations and first-of-a-kind software & product development in the areas of AI/ML, IoT & Hybrid Cloud platforms.
Ms. Bansal is an IIM Bangalore Alumni and an Engineering graduate from NIT Bhopal with specialization in Computer Science. She is plateau holder in patents and has external publications in areas of Reliability Analytics, and awards like 'Best of Business Analytics', “Outstanding Technical Achievement Award”, “Client Success Awards”, “Industry Academy membership” & Industry recognitions like “Women in Technology” from Zinnov & “AI Game Changer” award from NASSCOM to her credit.
Her Inspiration story has been featured in India’s leading newspaper “Times of India”.

As a budding author, she has published four books “Rediscovery journey of a corporate persona”, “Parijaat…The evening flower” & “Tapestry of Life” & "Yogi and her Co-Yogis".
Outside work, she loves to travel and volunteers for STEM education through an NGO.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shefali-bansal-6860611/

Shefali would like to introduce herself as a technology enthusiast, curious lifelong learner, innovator & enabler, mentor & a coach, volunteer & yoga proponent, author and vociferous reader; Shefali is Global Engineering Director at Red Hat responsi... Show more

As an expert in data, business intelligence and artificial intelligence, I am committed to fostering a collaborative team environment and sharing lessons learned with other professionals.

I am actively involved in teaching others how to use Microsoft Fabric and Power BI through Microsoft in-a-day events, and have created hands-on workshops to show how to use Azure-based services such as Azure Synapse Analytics and Azure OpenAI.

As an expert in data, business intelligence and artificial intelligence, I am committed to fostering a collaborative team environment and sharing lessons learned with other professionals. I am actively involved in teaching others how to use Micro... Show more

With 20 years of experience in innovation, human-centered design thinking, lean, agile, and organizational transformation, I’ve discovered that the key to driving real change and innovation lies in empowering leaders and teams to rise to the challenges of their roles. Over the past 5 years, I’ve coached senior and executive leaders as well as teams at companies such as VML, Ford, Pfizer, Wendy’s, T-Mobile, GE, and many others, helping them lead with vision and foster innovation within their teams and organizations.

🔹CPCC certified through the Coactive Training Institute
🔹ACC credentialed through the ICF
🔹Leadership Circle Profile (LCP) Certified
🔹Certified Scrum Master and Product Owner through Scrum Alliance
🔹Expertise in Managing Human-Centered Organizations through VML
🔹Hundreds of hours of coaching experience with senior to executive leaders and teams
🔹20 years of applying lean/agile principles to leadership, organizations, and processes to spark innovation

I am a passionate facilitator who creates environments where teams and leaders can tackle complex organizational, product, and interpersonal challenges, co-creating innovative solutions that drive lasting impact.

With 20 years of experience in innovation, human-centered design thinking, lean, agile, and organizational transformation, I’ve discovered that the key to driving real change and innovation lies in empowering leaders and teams to rise to the challeng... Show more

Rob is currently an Application Security Sales Evangelist for HCL. Rob joined HCL recently as part of an acquisition from IBM. Prior to this role, Rob was with IBM for14 years with the most recent role of Worldwide Application Security Evangelist. In addition to this role, Rob held several other roles in IBM ranging from Rational Field Services to Worldwide Sales Enablement leads for the Management and Platform Segment offerings in IBM Cloud. Rob has worked with clients all over the world to help address their challenges in ways that bring a positive impact to the business bottom line. Rob has spoken at numerous events and conferences, most recently at ADDO 2020 and the Agile+Techwell 2020 DevSecOps Summit, and in past years at IBM THINK, InterConnect, DevloperConnect, IBM Top Guns and many customer roundtable events. In addition, he has held roles in software services and technical sales enablement. Prior to IBM, Rob spent 13 years with 5 different companies working as a configuration management specialist with an emphasis on Rational tooling. Rob graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Aerospace Engineering, and is an avid fan of college football. When not at work, Rob enjoys spending time with his family, serving with his church, running and cycling. You can connect with Rob via facebook, linkedin and instragram but the best ways are by joining the “Robservatory” on twitter using the handle @Robservatory.

Rob is currently an Application Security Sales Evangelist for HCL. Rob joined HCL recently as part of an acquisition from IBM. Prior to this role, Rob was with IBM for14 years with the most recent role of Worldwide Application Security Evangelist. I... Show more

2020-2024 Microsoft MVP for Business Applications

After gaining 5 years of experience in creative roles such as Web Director, Video Director, and Sign Designer, I transitioned to a career as a System Engineer. For 15 years, I was a key member of system renovation and business improvement projects in the financial industry. Later, I co-founded own company where I was involved in proposing business improvements and education for various industries. Believing that the development of an internal community is the key to business improvement, I established BizOptimars,Inc. in November 2023, a company that boosts in-house production based on an internal community. I'm currently providing various supports aimed at the development of Japanese companies, mainly in the manufacturing industry in the Kansai region.

In external communities, I'm active as “Rinatamu”, and while enlightening the Microsoft Power Platform, I have made many presentations with the main theme of making business improvement fun. As a result, in February 2020, I received the Microsoft MVP in the Business Applications department from Microsoft headquarters in US. I'm still actively presenting and disseminating information, and I'm active in a free style that is not limited to Microsoft products.

2020-2024 Microsoft MVP for Business Applications After gaining 5 years of experience in creative roles such as Web Director, Video Director, and Sign Designer, I transitioned to a career as a System Engineer. For 15 years, I was a key member of s... Show more

As an active VP of Sales and Marketing, everything I coach has been tested in real business situations. If my clients don’t grow, I’ve failed. That’s why I only work with leaders who are serious about making a meaningful impact.

Leadership is influence, and time is your most valuable resource.
I help leaders move beyond the daily grind to shape a culture where trust, results, and long-term success are a natural byproduct.

The best idea should win, and I create space to foster idea generation, healthy conflict, curiosity, and connection.

At its core, leadership isn’t just about work—it’s about life. My greatest hope is that after working with me, you’ll be a better leader, spouse, parent, friend, and teammate.

As an active VP of Sales and Marketing, everything I coach has been tested in real business situations. If my clients don’t grow, I’ve failed. That’s why I only work with leaders who are serious about making a meaningful impact. Leadership is in... Show more

How can businesses drive real innovation without the right tech strategy? Many organizations struggle to fully leverage technology, facing stalled digital transformation and outdated systems that hinder productivity. I bridge this gap by implementing tailored Microsoft solutions—Power Platform, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Dynamics 365, and Azure DevOps—that drive operational efficiency and empower teams. With a proven track record in successful project delivery, I’ve achieved measurable results, from reducing process time to boosting productivity, while fostering a culture of innovation. Passionate about mentoring and collaborative growth, I’m always eager to connect with leaders ready to take their tech strategy to the next level. I am a former Microsoft MVP, 16 years running, a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and the Chielf Technology Officer at Mekorma.

How can businesses drive real innovation without the right tech strategy? Many organizations struggle to fully leverage technology, facing stalled digital transformation and outdated systems that hinder productivity. I bridge this gap by implementing... Show more

Co-Founder of AI Wonder Girls, an Evercoach Certified Business Coach/Consultant, Google Developer Expert in Machine Learning, and Google PhD Fellow, is on a mission to demystify AI and innovation, revolutionize Customer Experience, and help Multi-Passionate Curious Creatives Thrive.

Co-Founder of AI Wonder Girls, an Evercoach Certified Business Coach/Consultant, Google Developer Expert in Machine Learning, and Google PhD Fellow, is on a mission to demystify AI and innovation, revolutionize Customer Experience, and help Multi-Pas... Show more

Leadership, coaching, startups and Tech

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Senior Specialist Lead at Deloitte, responsible for application architecture, DASA embassador, Openexpo Europe Ambassador, Codemotion Ambassador, Organizer GDG Madrid, Mentor Adalab.... Speaker at national and international events and fan of hackathons and technological events.

Senior Specialist Lead at Deloitte, responsible for application architecture, DASA embassador, Openexpo Europe Ambassador, Codemotion Ambassador, Organizer GDG Madrid, Mentor Adalab.... Speaker at national and international events and fan of hackath... Show more

Amy C. Waninger (she/her) is the Founder & CEO of Lead at Any Level, where she improves employee engagement and retention for companies that promote from within. Amy offers assessments, advisory services, and training on essential skills for inclusive leaders. She is the author of eight books including Network Beyond Bias: Making Diversity a Competitive Advantage for Your Career.

Amy is a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP), Certified Diversity Executive (CDE), and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach. She is also a Member of National Speakers Association and a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner. She’s been named a Top 100 HR Influencer globally, five years in a row, and has served clients and audiences on all seven continents, including Antarctica! Her other credentials include two degrees from Indiana University and a “World’s Best Mom” coffee mug.

Amy C. Waninger (she/her) is the Founder & CEO of Lead at Any Level, where she improves employee engagement and retention for companies that promote from within. Amy offers assessments, advisory services, and training on essential skills for inclusiv... Show more

Guy Glantser, Data Platform MVP, is the leader of the Israeli data platform community and also the CEO and founder of Madeira Data Solutions. His career has been focused on the Microsoft Data Platform for the past 25 years, performing various data roles as either an on-site data architect, an external consultant, or a speaker. Guy is involved in many activities in the Microsoft Data Platform community. He occasionally speaks at community events, such as PASS Data Community Summit, SQLBits, Data Saturdays, and user groups around the world. He also co-hosts the SQL Server Radio podcast.

Guy Glantser, Data Platform MVP, is the leader of the Israeli data platform community and also the CEO and founder of Madeira Data Solutions. His career has been focused on the Microsoft Data Platform for the past 25 years, performing various data ro... Show more

With over 25 years of experience, Sean Farmar specializes in providing simple solutions for complex business requirements applying SOA and distributed computing principles inspired by Udi Dahan.

Sean runs Bosca Software Solutions Ltd. a boutique consulting company providing management and technical consulting related to product software engineering, custom project delivery, and training.

With over 25 years of experience, Sean Farmar specializes in providing simple solutions for complex business requirements applying SOA and distributed computing principles inspired by Udi Dahan. Sean runs Bosca Software Solutions Ltd. a boutique c... Show more