Nick Finch is CTO and co-founder of inmydata, an Edinburgh agentic AI company where AI agents do most of the engineering under human supervision. The results have reset what his team thinks is possible: they recently rebuilt a data platform that originally took nearly five years in under three months.

His talks and writing focus on what that shift does to the economics of software. When agents can build almost anything cheaply, the code stops being the asset. What keeps its value is domain knowledge, judgement about what deserves to be built, and a delivery process that turns that knowledge into working systems. Screens will be drawn by models. The business logic and data underneath matter more than ever.

Nick brings around 20 years in data analytics and four years building with LLMs hands-on, including production agentic systems in commodity trading, enterprise database administration and operational analytics. He publishes regularly at inmydata.ai/blog. Recent talks include “Your Software Isn’t Dead. Your UI Is.” at ScotSoft 2026 and “AI-First in Practice” at PUG Challenge 2026 in the US and Europe.

Nick Finch is CTO and co-founder of inmydata, an Edinburgh agentic AI company where AI agents do most of the engineering under human supervision. The results have reset what his team thinks is possible: they recently rebuilt a data platform that orig... Show more

Passionné par l'Agilité et l'innovation, j'accompagne les équipes et les organisations pour délivrer le maximum. Fort d’une expérience en environnements complexes et évolutifs, je facilite l’amélioration continue à travers des approches Lean & adaptatives.

Passionné par l'Agilité et l'innovation, j'accompagne les équipes et les organisations pour délivrer le maximum. Fort d’une expérience en environnements complexes et évolutifs, je facilite l’amélioration continue à travers des approches Lean & adapta... Show more

Building secure, scalable, and automated infrastructure across AWS, GCP, and hybrid environments. Holding both CKA and CKS certifications, I specialize in bridging the gap between advanced DevOps, platform modernization, and the next generation of AI-driven architecture.

Building secure, scalable, and automated infrastructure across AWS, GCP, and hybrid environments. Holding both CKA and CKS certifications, I specialize in bridging the gap between advanced DevOps, platform modernization, and the next generation of AI... Show more

Axel Borge speaks about leading AI transformation and managing AI agents effectively, drawing on his own practical experience. He runs three organizations in which autonomous AI agents carry out the operational work, while he remains responsible for direction, priorities and quality. This gives him a concrete basis for explaining what leadership requires when AI does the work.

His talks share lessons from translating goals into tasks, organizing agent work, giving agents the right context and reviewing results. He explains how he decides what agents can do independently, when to intervene, and how to retain human accountability and control. Leaders and domain specialists gain practical insights and questions they can apply as they introduce AI and change how their organizations work.

On 30 November 2026, Axel will present “AI in the organization” at Interim Norge's seminar, focusing on control, context and quality. His previous speaking experience includes NDC Oslo and the future panel at Digital Transformasjon 2026.

His background includes more than 30 years in technology, data integration and leadership. He helped build Sesam within Bouvet and served as CEO of Sesam.io AS from 2019 through the end of 2024. His current work includes Ideallya and Unartificial Intelligence AS (UAI).

Axel Borge speaks about leading AI transformation and managing AI agents effectively, drawing on his own practical experience. He runs three organizations in which autonomous AI agents carry out the operational work, while he remains responsible for ... Show more

Julie Koesmarno is a Principal Group Product Manager at Microsoft, leading AI innovation across the Dataverse platform and Work IQ. She heads the Dataverse product management organization, driving advancements in enterprise AI transformation, from Work IQ and Dataverse Search to Microsoft Copilot integrations that power the next generation of business applications and AI agents.

With more than a decade of experience in data management and analytics, Julie has shaped flagship data products including SQL Server and Azure SQL. A frequent speaker at global conferences, she is also the co‑author of SQL Server 2017 Machine Learning Services with R.

Julie Koesmarno is a Principal Group Product Manager at Microsoft, leading AI innovation across the Dataverse platform and Work IQ. She heads the Dataverse product management organization, driving advancements in enterprise AI transformation, from Wo... Show more

I hate sitting on customer service calls yelling "agent" at the IVR. So, I decided to change that. I've spent 20+ years in the Tech sector that spans roles in Product Engineering with a focus on Customer Service and Contact Center. As former Microsoft, I was a member of the OG team to build and ship Omnichannel for D365 Customer Service, now known as D365 Contact Center. I spent some time with Microsoft Teams Enterprise Voice and Chat, supporting 3rd party app integrators for Contact Center lite capabilities. I have built and scaled a Contact Center and Agentic CX practice from the ground up driving a $10M+ pipeline. I now serve as the Contact Center and Agentic CX Practice Director at Avanade.

I hate sitting on customer service calls yelling "agent" at the IVR. So, I decided to change that. I've spent 20+ years in the Tech sector that spans roles in Product Engineering with a focus on Customer Service and Contact Center. As former Microsof... Show more

Elaine Robinson Beattie is a Leadership Readiness Expert & Speaker who partners with hotel, restaurant, travel, and destination organizations to stop losing their best leaders to burnout, turnover, and underpreparedness. A hotelier of 21 years, she rose to General Manager, leading a $10 million operation, and served in executive roles for Sheraton, Loews Hotels, Hilton Hotels, IHG, and Delaware North. She also served as Director of Human Resources for food service and hospitality at the US Open Tennis Championships. With over 35 years in leadership, she has trained 5,000+ leaders, and 88% of her coaching clients advance within six months. Elaine is CEO and Founder of the Lead Well, Lead Wise™ Executive Academy, creator of the S.E.E.A.T.™ framework, a Certified DiSC Facilitator, and author of Sis, You Earned It.

Elaine Robinson Beattie is a Leadership Readiness Expert & Speaker who partners with hotel, restaurant, travel, and destination organizations to stop losing their best leaders to burnout, turnover, and underpreparedness. A hotelier of 21 years, she r... Show more

Artur is a data engineer specializing in data analysis and founder and CEO of platformimpulse GmbH. He is responsible for the full-stack implementation of data products from the data source to the final dashboard within the Microsoft ecosystem. As a former lecturer, Artur also focuses on sustainable internal and external knowledge transfer related to Microsoft Power BI and Fabric. Previously, he spent over 12 years as a consultant in IT audit, software projects, implementing reporting solutions in various industries and company sizes, and as head of business intelligence at a mid-sized software company in Germany.
Artur is active in the Power BI and data community as a podcaster, YouTuber, meetup coordinator, member of the TDWI society think tank on Self-Service & Analytics, speaker at events, and book author.

Artur is a data engineer specializing in data analysis and founder and CEO of platformimpulse GmbH. He is responsible for the full-stack implementation of data products from the data source to the final dashboard within the Microsoft ecosystem. As a ... Show more

Marilag is a solutions architect who is enthusiastic about sharing knowledge across borders, cultures & individuals. Her experience in Cloud and Software Engineering, combined with her passion for mentorship and developer wellness, drive her to tackle the tech upskilling challenge through communities. She’s the organizer of several Azure user groups and the co-founder of Ulap.org, a non-profit organization that helps train underrepresented youths within cloud, data and technology. She often talks about cloud architecture, product engineering, developer experience and leadership.

Marilag is a solutions architect who is enthusiastic about sharing knowledge across borders, cultures & individuals. Her experience in Cloud and Software Engineering, combined with her passion for mentorship and developer wellness, drive her to tackl... Show more

Janine Rosado is a UX and strategy leader, educator, and writer with over 15 years of experience designing products and services across healthcare, financial services, government, and emerging technologies. Drawing from behavioral economics, cognitive psychology, and human-centered design, her work explores how people learn, make decisions, and interact with technology.

Janine Rosado is a UX and strategy leader, educator, and writer with over 15 years of experience designing products and services across healthcare, financial services, government, and emerging technologies. Drawing from behavioral economics, cognitiv... Show more

Computer Engineer. Independent professional. I have more than 20 years dedicated to the world of data as a BI Trainer and Consultant. Currently immersed in the world of Power Platform - Power BI.

Computer Engineer. Independent professional. I have more than 20 years dedicated to the world of data as a BI Trainer and Consultant. Currently immersed in the world of Power Platform - Power BI. Show more

Lisa Glenn helps large, complex organizations reduce risk for major IT initiatives by diagnosing how work actually happens, across people, systems, handoffs, and data. She's led discovery, delivery, launch readiness, and recovery efforts across Fortune 500 environments including Microsoft, Starbucks, and Alaska Airlines, bridging business and IT when clarity matters most.

Lisa Glenn helps large, complex organizations reduce risk for major IT initiatives by diagnosing how work actually happens, across people, systems, handoffs, and data. She's led discovery, delivery, launch readiness, and recovery efforts across Fortu... Show more

Tony Santiago leads CapNexus Applied Intelligence, the AI and AWS practice at a mid-tier technology consultancy, and is the creator of the AI Capability Flywheel. He spent six years at AWS where he co-authored the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) Platform Perspective and the CAF for AI with its maturity assessment, helped Global Systems Integrators and Fortune 500 organizations stand up AI and agentic practices, and enabled more than 30,000 developers. He has published AWS blog posts and code samples across platform engineering, AI, and agentic systems.

Tony Santiago leads CapNexus Applied Intelligence, the AI and AWS practice at a mid-tier technology consultancy, and is the creator of the AI Capability Flywheel. He spent six years at AWS where he co-authored the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) Platf... Show more

Chief Marketing Officer at Dooap leading our global brand, go-to-market, and revenue strategy. B2B marketing leader who specializes in partner marketing, and demand generation. My passion lies in crafting out-of-the-box campaigns that tell compelling stories, create meaningful experiences, and accelerate pipeline growth.

As the host of AMBUSH On Air and Founder of B2B Buyer Rebellion, I bring my energy and expertise to every project!

When I'm not working, I'm reading a fantasy book, hanging out with my dog Ziggy, making a cocktail, or spending time with friends. I live to travel and you can find me all over the world for work and life.

Chief Marketing Officer at Dooap leading our global brand, go-to-market, and revenue strategy. B2B marketing leader who specializes in partner marketing, and demand generation. My passion lies in crafting out-of-the-box campaigns that tell compelling... Show more

Daryl Strecker has spent decades at the intersection of exponential technology and organizational execution, through leadership roles at IBM, Ascension Health, Workday, Oracle and Microsoft. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and certified change practitioner, he designs AI-enabled operation models that reduce friction and accelerate performance across complex portfolios. As founder of Kinetic Transformation Group, he crreated the Kinetic Transformation Protocol to help executives and practitioners build the structural capacity to propel their organizations at the speed of AI.

Daryl Strecker has spent decades at the intersection of exponential technology and organizational execution, through leadership roles at IBM, Ascension Health, Workday, Oracle and Microsoft. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and certified change practition... Show more

Directions for Partners Board Member since 2011
Chairman Diections for Partners 2015 to 2021
Managing Director Tecman Deutschland GmbH
Shareholder of various VAR's and ISV's
Expert for business development in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ecosystem and ISV space
Member of the German Dynamics IMACP Chapter
Proven Business Coach and podcast creator
Christian lives in Hamburg/Germany, in his free time you can find him often on the golf course, sailing (sometimes) or rowing on his inhouse rowing erg or creating the latest edition of his newest podcast about emotions together with his friends. He is also an AI / Copilot enthusiast and like to play poker.

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

Amy is a dynamic speaker and thought leader committed to fostering inclusivity in tech and beyond. With expertise in detailed planning, problem-solving, and community-building, Amy blends strategy with passion to create environments where innovation and diversity thrive.

As an advocate for neurodiversity, Amy champions accessible project management tools and workplace solutions that empower individuals of all backgrounds. Her dedication to supporting women in tech is evident through her social presence, where she shares insightful content to inspire and uplift professionals navigating the industry.

Amy was also the Community Rising Star 2026 winner at The Microsoft Community UK Spotlight and Recognition Awards. The award celebrates newer voices in the community who are already making their mark, bringing fresh ideas, energy and enthusiasm through speaking, contributing, organising and getting involved.

Amy is a dynamic speaker and thought leader committed to fostering inclusivity in tech and beyond. With expertise in detailed planning, problem-solving, and community-building, Amy blends strategy with passion to create environments where innovation ... Show more

I am a Software Engineer specializing in Applied Artificial Intelligence, currently focused on integrating AI into real-world software engineering workflows.
I work on initiatives involving agentic AI, QA automation, legacy system modernization, specification refinement and planning, engineering productivity metrics, and AI adoption across the software development lifecycle.
My background combines backend engineering, software architecture, and experimentation with AI agents and developer tools to transform technical knowledge into more automated, traceable, and scalable engineering processes.
I am particularly interested in how AI agents can collaborate with engineering teams, understand existing systems, and progressively execute complex software engineering tasks while preserving human oversight, quality, and traceability.

I am a Software Engineer specializing in Applied Artificial Intelligence, currently focused on integrating AI into real-world software engineering workflows. I work on initiatives involving agentic AI, QA automation, legacy system modernization, spe... Show more

Milan Cheeks is the founder and CEO of SELF Labs Inc., a technology company developing AI-powered products and infrastructure designed to improve how people live, work, create, and interact with technology.

He is leading the development of SELF OS, an AI-native operating environment designed to bring intelligent agents, decentralized applications, digital identity, and user-controlled computing into a unified ecosystem. He is also developing ESSENCE, a blockchain-based utility and economic layer intended to reward verified participation and contributions within the SELF network.

Through SELF Labs, Milan works across artificial intelligence, decentralized infrastructure, robotics, real estate technology, digital economies, and next-generation human-computer interaction.

His broader mission is to build technology that gives individuals greater ownership of their data, intelligence, devices, and economic value—helping move society from centralized digital platforms toward more personalized and user-owned technological systems.

Milan Cheeks is the founder and CEO of SELF Labs Inc., a technology company developing AI-powered products and infrastructure designed to improve how people live, work, create, and interact with technology. He is leading the development of SELF OS... Show more

Sujoy Cherian a.k.a @TechnologistDXB is a globally recognized Creative Technologist and CEO of Option 1 Design Studio, leading innovations across immersive tech, AI activations, and digital storytelling. With over 22 years of experience and three Guinness World Records, he’s ranked among the Most Influential People in Events and Event Technology. His footprint spans the UAE, KSA, Bahrain, France, India, and the Philippines. Sujoy is a sought-after speaker at global forums from Las Vegas to Riyadh, defining the future of experiential tech.

Sujoy Cherian a.k.a @TechnologistDXB is a globally recognized Creative Technologist and CEO of Option 1 Design Studio, leading innovations across immersive tech, AI activations, and digital storytelling. With over 22 years of experience and three Gui... Show more

Dean is Senior DBA practicing SQL Server since version 7.0 and main areas of interest are performance tuning and troubleshooting SQL Server database. Primary focus is on OLTP databases with occasional adventures with Business Intelligence. He finished Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing and MBA on Faculty of Economics in Zagreb. His premise was that it is very useful to combine technical knowledge with management process knowledge that help us in our everyday work. He works in Dinofni which is specialized in data management field on Microsoft SQL Server.

Dean is Senior DBA practicing SQL Server since version 7.0 and main areas of interest are performance tuning and troubleshooting SQL Server database. Primary focus is on OLTP databases with occasional adventures with Business Intelligence. He finishe... Show more

As a 12-time Microsoft Dynamics MVP, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and expertise with others and contributing to the growth and success of the Dynamics 365 community. As the host of PartnerTalks.com, a weekly LinkedIn interview show, I chat with Business Executives from the Microsoft Community about their insights, ideas, and best practices. PartnerTalks.com has reached over 270 episodes and is now in its fifth year of production, attracting a global audience of professionals who want to learn from the experts and stay updated on the latest trends and innovations in the industry.

As a 12-time Microsoft Dynamics MVP, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and expertise with others and contributing to the growth and success of the Dynamics 365 community. As the host of PartnerTalks.com, a weekly LinkedIn interview show, I chat with Busin... Show more

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

Courtney Hamp is Founder and CEO of Opichi. He guides founders, CTOs, and technology directors in architecting production-grade, enterprise-scale AI platforms and business initiatives that move at the speed of possibility. Building upon and extending customers’ existing technology, he creates the new engine that transforms how organizations operate, compete, and create value for their customers.

Courtney Hamp is Founder and CEO of Opichi. He guides founders, CTOs, and technology directors in architecting production-grade, enterprise-scale AI platforms and business initiatives that move at the speed of possibility. Building upon and extending... Show more

Ben Shaw is a Canadian Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and CPA with nearly three decades of leadership across automotive and industrial robotics. Now an entrepreneur, he bridges first-principles manufacturing theory with software to build useful, deployable technologies in AI, robotics, and autonomous systems.

Ben Shaw is a Canadian Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and CPA with nearly three decades of leadership across automotive and industrial robotics. Now an entrepreneur, he bridges first-principles manufacturing theory with software to build useful, depl... Show more

Ageu Mateus é um profissional com amplo conhecimento e mais de 9 anos de experiência em design e desenvolvimento de produtos de software, com atuação no mercado nacional e internacional.

Atualmente, exerce o cargo de CEO & Desenvolvedor de Produto na Ohrus, onde lidera a equipas de design de produto e tecnologia, garantindo que as entregas estejam alinhadas às necessidades específicas dos negócios da Ohrus e dos seus clientes.

Especializações:

Diretor de Produto
Engenheiro de Software (Full-stack Web Developer)

Ferramentas, Frameworks & Tecnologias:
Jira Software, Confluence, Miro, Whimsical, Notion, GitLab, Bitbucket, Google Cloud, Python, TypeScript, Django, FastAPI, NuxtJS

Ageu Mateus é um profissional com amplo conhecimento e mais de 9 anos de experiência em design e desenvolvimento de produtos de software, com atuação no mercado nacional e internacional. Atualmente, exerce o cargo de CEO & Desenvolvedor de Produto... Show more

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

Dünya Kırkalı is an engineering leader and software engineer whose journey spans building mobile apps, web services, data pipelines, and visualizations across diverse industries and teams. Along the way, this breadth of experience shaped him into a true generalist. This generalist perspective became his greatest asset when leading engineers from different disciplines, ultimately guiding him toward the field he truly fell in love with: engineering management. Left to his own devices, Dünya enjoys putting on a Joe Pass record and reflecting on ways to create tools and techniques to help engineering managers discover their own global maxima.

Dünya Kırkalı is an engineering leader and software engineer whose journey spans building mobile apps, web services, data pipelines, and visualizations across diverse industries and teams. Along the way, this breadth of experience shaped him into a t... Show more

A huge football (Brøndby IF 🟨🟦) fan loving technology!

I'm a speaker, enthusiast and expert in Microsoft Power Platform and CRM solutions!

With over ten years of experience, I have a wealth of knowledge in process automation, Copilot Studio, and the diverse applications of Microsoft Power Platform. As Senior Power Platform Consultant I have successfully led numerous high-profile projects, delivering significant value to clients. I would say that my engaging presentations and deep knowledge make me a liked speaker.

The thing I love most about Power Platform is the short way from idea to solution!

A huge football (Brøndby IF 🟨🟦) fan loving technology! I'm a speaker, enthusiast and expert in Microsoft Power Platform and CRM solutions! With over ten years of experience, I have a wealth of knowledge in process automation, Copilot Studio,... Show more

Born in Madrid around 30 years ago, Guillermo studied Electronics and Automation Engineering, only to discover after a couple of years at work that what really drives him is working with people. He started as a Software Developer, discovered the Agile world, and quickly became a fan of it — transitioning into a Scrum Master role and learning a lot about agile working and collaboration, always with an eye on increasing productivity and improving the relationships between developers.
These days, Guillermo has traded sprint boards for a new obsession: figuring out what actually makes developers' lives better. At PAYBACK GmbH, he digs into surveys, metrics, and honest conversations to find out where the friction really is — then goes after it by making Developer Experience a real priority, not an afterthought. He's convinced that happy, productive developers are the secret sauce for a successful organization.

Born in Madrid around 30 years ago, Guillermo studied Electronics and Automation Engineering, only to discover after a couple of years at work that what really drives him is working with people. He started as a Software Developer, discovered the Agil... Show more