Solution Architect and Senior Consultant in Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365, with more than five years of experience leading the digitalization and automation of critical processes. I define scalable and secure architectures, with a focus on technical quality, governance, ALM, and traceability throughout the entire solution lifecycle.

My career stands out for its strong connection to the Microsoft ecosystem, where I have been named a Super User and official moderator on three occasions. I combine my technical work with mentoring in programs such as Women in Power (Platform) and Power Up, as well as training emerging talent in the local community.

I regularly participate as a speaker at leading events such as Bizz Summit, Power Platform Bootcamp, and Power Platform Madrid, and share specialized knowledge through technical articles on LinkedIn. My approach focuses on turning complex business needs into robust, sustainable, and results-oriented technology solutions.

Solution Architect and Senior Consultant in Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365, with more than five years of experience leading the digitalization and automation of critical processes. I define scalable and secure architectures, with a focus o... Show more

A passionate and results-oriented engineering leader, possesses a proven track record of transforming and empowering high-performing teams across diverse industries, from video games and mobile to cloud computing and AI. As Senior Vice President of Engineering at Betterworks, he leverages his expertise in cloud migrations, SaaS solutions, and building impactful products to cultivate environments where engineers thrive.

Maher's vision extends beyond technology itself, aiming to revolutionize tech workplaces by fostering human potential alongside cutting-edge solutions. He achieves this through his people-centric leadership style, building collaborative environments that empower teams to excel and consistently deliver outstanding results. This commitment to empowerment also extends beyond his team, as he actively mentors fellow engineering leaders and shares his knowledge through mentorship and public speaking.

A passionate and results-oriented engineering leader, possesses a proven track record of transforming and empowering high-performing teams across diverse industries, from video games and mobile to cloud computing and AI. As Senior Vice President of E... Show more

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

Desislava is a certified DevOps engineer with over eight years of progressive experience helping teams build scalable, reliable infrastructure in cloud-native environments.

With a background in Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, CI/CD pipelines, and Terraform she has contributed to the success of major tech companies like DraftKings, Nexo, and PokerStars.

She is passionate about creating strong foundations for fast-moving teams - whether that’s through better automation, smarter observability, or simplifying complex ops workflows

Desislava is a certified DevOps engineer with over eight years of progressive experience helping teams build scalable, reliable infrastructure in cloud-native environments. With a background in Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, CI/CD pipelines, and Terraform ... Show more

Abel Adugam is a venture capitalist, product strategist, and global voice on ethical and human-centered AI innovation.

As Managing Partner at the Softdroom AI Fund, he leads investments in startups building artificial intelligence with purpose balancing technological progress with societal responsibility.

A lifelong entrepreneur and ecosystem builder, Abel has advised founders, VCs, and policymakers on responsible AI frameworks, startup scaling, and the intersection of capital, conscience, and code. His talks blend sharp humor, deep insight, and real world experience inspiring audiences to rethink what progress means in the age of intelligent machines.

Abel Adugam is a venture capitalist, product strategist, and global voice on ethical and human-centered AI innovation. As Managing Partner at the Softdroom AI Fund, he leads investments in startups building artificial intelligence with purpose ba... 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

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

Thiago Vieira is a cybersecurity keynote speaker, lawyer, and digital forensic expert who has delivered talks across Portugal, Brazil, and the United States on one central idea: digital immunity — the human capacity to recognize and resist cyberattacks before they happen.

A TEDx speaker (TEDxChiado), Thiago combines 15+ years of hands-on experience in software development, cybercrime law, and digital forensics to translate complex threats into actionable behavior for non-technical audiences. His signature BCS framework (Breathe, Check, Share) gives individuals and organizations a practical mental model for cyber resilience.

He is the founder of Portugal's first IAPMEI-certified cybersecurity startup accelerator (Incubou / Cybertech Acceleration), author of Self Hack, a court-appointed digital forensic expert in Portugal and Brazil, and an angel investor in 18+ AI-native cybersecurity startups across Europe and the Americas.

Thiago speaks to corporate teams, universities, government bodies, and tech conferences — in English and Portuguese.

Thiago Vieira is a cybersecurity keynote speaker, lawyer, and digital forensic expert who has delivered talks across Portugal, Brazil, and the United States on one central idea: digital immunity — the human capacity to recognize and resist cyberat... Show more

Don't tell anyone, but I started as a software developer. Fifteen years later, clients describe me as "like Gandalf," mostly because I walk into their hardest problems and leave behind teams that don't need me anymore. Lately that meant shipping a production marketplace built entirely with AI agents, without a single defect. I write at ryanlatta.com and keep bees. Come say hi.

Don't tell anyone, but I started as a software developer. Fifteen years later, clients describe me as "like Gandalf," mostly because I walk into their hardest problems and leave behind teams that don't need me anymore. Lately that meant shipping a pr... Show more

Larry Larmeu is a technology and transformation executive based in London. Over twenty years he has led large-scale mergers, integrations, and organisational change programmes in financial services, holding leadership roles at major consulting firms and building delivery organisations from the ground up.

He writes and speaks about why transformation fails at the people layer rather than the technology layer, drawing on two decades of watching both go wrong. His work covers digital transformation, AI adoption, post-merger integration, and what leaders consistently misjudge about how organisations absorb change.

He is the author of subMERGED: A Business Novel on Leading Through Change, published in 2026, and has written for Digital First Magazine on organisational change in technology leadership.

Larry Larmeu is a technology and transformation executive based in London. Over twenty years he has led large-scale mergers, integrations, and organisational change programmes in financial services, holding leadership roles at major consulting firms ... Show more

Joe Goldstein is a technology leader with over 36 years of experience. Mr.Goldstein founded OCS IT (Optimized Computer Solutions) to provide high-level technology solutions to ENT practices ranging from three to over one hundred providers. In addition, the OCS IT team offers a range of services, including cyber security, disaster recovery/business continuity planning, networking, and IT strategic planning. Joe is a subject matter expert on HIPAA/HITECH and has designed entire infrastructures for enterprise-level healthcare organizations.

Mr. Goldstein has volunteered as a mentor for multiple high school cybersecurity programs, including the nationally recognized Troy High School Cyber Defense Team. He also serves on the board as a volunteer mentor for youth-focused not-for-profit organizations.

On a personal level, Joe enjoys spending time with his family and pets. He is living his dream and feels blessed to be able to pursue his passion every day.

Joe Goldstein is a technology leader with over 36 years of experience. Mr.Goldstein founded OCS IT (Optimized Computer Solutions) to provide high-level technology solutions to ENT practices ranging from three to over one hundred providers. In additio... Show more

Charles Mfouapon is the Founder of AfriScore, a B2B alternative-data credit scoring and decisioning infrastructure platform built to extend credit access to unbanked populations across Sub-Saharan Africa and the CEMAC region. His work sits at the intersection of law, quantitative finance, and financial infrastructure design in emerging markets.

His research focuses on regulatory and market-structure gaps in CEMAC’s financial system. He has authored four papers, including a working paper on the exclusion of mobile money operators as credit data furnishers under BEAC regulation and an analysis of the CEMAC SME financing gap currently under review at African Development Review; three of his papers are available on SSRN. He has also authored a book on African financial infrastructure.

Charles Mfouapon is the Founder of AfriScore, a B2B alternative-data credit scoring and decisioning infrastructure platform built to extend credit access to unbanked populations across Sub-Saharan Africa and the CEMAC region. His work sits at the int... Show more

Arquitecto Funcional en MS Dynamics NAV y BUSINESS CENTRAL, Consultor de Proyectos con experiencia liderando equipos y proyectos en todas las fases de implementación, certificado como Scrum Master y Cloud Computing, experiencia en finanzas empresariales.

Arquitecto Funcional en MS Dynamics NAV y BUSINESS CENTRAL, Consultor de Proyectos con experiencia liderando equipos y proyectos en todas las fases de implementación, certificado como Scrum Master y Cloud Computing, experiencia en finanzas empresaria... Show more

I’m a creative, people-first service and experience designer with 15+ years of transforming complex programmes into end-to-end services that leaders, boards, and delivery teams can understand, fund, and scale. I’m successful because empathy is where I start, not where I stop, to deliver quality products, services and experiences that make a positive impact.
My work bridges design thinking, service design, and systems thinking principles applied to AI enablement for products, workflows and teams. In practice, I lead service, experience, and learning design across tech-forward, AI-heavy programmes, often as the first and only designer in the room. In the past, I have helped several emerging teams and startups build a shared practice and find smarter, more inclusive ways through their most ambiguous challenges, so I’m confident as hire #1 or leading a growing team.

I’m a creative, people-first service and experience designer with 15+ years of transforming complex programmes into end-to-end services that leaders, boards, and delivery teams can understand, fund, and scale. I’m successful because empathy is where ... Show more

Dr. Sajjan Kanukolanu is VP of Global Operations and Strategy at Position². He oversees the full operational model- team structure, delivery, client outcomes, and the AI systems that run it. He has led Position²'s transformation from a traditional services firm to an AI-native operation- from vision to product to team- designing and deploying the production agentic systems, including knowledge architecture, LLM orchestration, and an agent layer.

He holds a PhD, brings 20+ years across product, technology, and services, has published multiple articles, and speaks as a practitioner - an end-user building in production.

Dr. Sajjan Kanukolanu is VP of Global Operations and Strategy at Position². He oversees the full operational model- team structure, delivery, client outcomes, and the AI systems that run it. He has led Position²'s transformation from a traditional se... Show more

Abi leads multiple CICS development teams for IBM in Hursley, and is passionate about supporting learning, enabling growth, and building careers, especially around neuroinclusion. She is also a Senior Inventor.

Abi leads multiple CICS development teams for IBM in Hursley, and is passionate about supporting learning, enabling growth, and building careers, especially around neuroinclusion. She is also a Senior Inventor. Show more

Debbie grew up in Rotorua, New Zealand, with 2 siblings.

In 2007, Debbie founded DWR (formerly ShareThePoint Ltd) , a company which specialises in Microsoft 365; implementation, strategy and training. Debbie also organises the annual Digital Workplace Conferences in New Zealand and Australia.

Her focus is helping people understand the business capability and productivity gains that Microsoft 365 can provide. From awareness and education, to change management and adoption, and everything in between, Debbie thrives on the people aspect – understanding the why, along with the what and the how.

Debbie has an extensive Project Management and Solutions background and was awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for nine years and is now a Microsoft Regional Director. Debbie now lives in the sunny Bay of Plenty in New Zealand.

Debbie grew up in Rotorua, New Zealand, with 2 siblings. In 2007, Debbie founded DWR (formerly ShareThePoint Ltd) , a company which specialises in Microsoft 365; implementation, strategy and training. Debbie also organises the annual Digital Workp... Show more

Kurt Devlin is a retired software development leader with more than 30 years of experience building software, guiding teams, and helping people navigate complex projects and change. He is interested in practical ways to help people think, create, collaborate, and get unstuck.

These days, Kurt spends more time playing, making, and exploring. He is a lifelong board gamer, enthusiastic game teacher, maker, and occasional builder of things that probably didn't need to exist. He enjoys turning ideas into prototypes and helping people learn through stories, games, and hands-on experiences. He lives in Rochester, New York, where his current side quests usually involve board games, 3D printing, or whatever project has captured his attention this week.

Kurt Devlin is a retired software development leader with more than 30 years of experience building software, guiding teams, and helping people navigate complex projects and change. He is interested in practical ways to help people think, create, col... Show more

Best-selling author, entrepreneur, coach, and engaging geek Jennifer Buchholz has worked in higher education, training, and development for over 20-years. When she realized that traditional methods weren’t helping her students thrive—she founded Excel & Flourish in 2012. Based in Milwaukee, Excel & Flourish helps organizations and teams improve productivity and reduce frustration with Microsoft products through fun technical skills training. The result? Amped-up collaboration and better success across every aspect of their business and work.
Her background includes a Masters in Human Resource Development and a Microsoft® Teams Adoption Specialist and is a Microsoft® Certified MOS Expert and Master as well as a Microsoft® Certified Trainer.

Best-selling author, entrepreneur, coach, and engaging geek Jennifer Buchholz has worked in higher education, training, and development for over 20-years. When she realized that traditional methods weren’t helping her students thrive—she founded Exce... Show more

Josh Hankins is a cybersecurity executive, practitioner, and speaker with more than three decades of IT experience and more than two decades focused on cybersecurity. His background spans network engineering, security architecture, incident response, vulnerability management, DevSecOps, cloud security, cyber risk, and security leadership.

Josh has served in senior leadership and advisory roles including Director of Security & Incident Response, Field CISO/Field CTSO Americas, and Consulting CISO. He is currently Founder and Principal Consultant at Firesteel Advisory Group, where he helps organizations translate technical security challenges into practical business decisions.

Josh regularly presents at cybersecurity and technology conferences across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, including Security BSides, Queen City Con, SecTor, OWASP, and Conf42. He holds the CISSP, GPCS, GMON, and GMOB certifications.

Josh Hankins is a cybersecurity executive, practitioner, and speaker with more than three decades of IT experience and more than two decades focused on cybersecurity. His background spans network engineering, security architecture, incident response,... Show more

As a facilitator, speaker, and instructional designer, I explore human behavior, the science of how people learn, and the modern trends shaping the way we connect in today's culture. That curiosity drives everything I do, helping leaders and teams understand the people they work with, so they can work more effectively together.

My approach is shaped by research, experience, and a deep interest in how communication styles, cultural norms, and human dynamics influence the way people lead, relate, and grow in today's modern landscape.

I've delivered training for 1,800+ professionals across the U.S. and internationally, and spoken at conferences including Worthington Steel's LEARN & LEAD Conferences (2020, 2023, 2025), WitCon (2025), and CodeMash (2026). My facilitation style is practical, relatable, and focused on driving lasting behavior change, the kind that shows up long after the session ends.

As a facilitator, speaker, and instructional designer, I explore human behavior, the science of how people learn, and the modern trends shaping the way we connect in today's culture. That curiosity drives everything I do, helping leaders and teams un... Show more

Prasan Singh is a founder-ecosystem and technical-community builder who has spent the last eight years designing the programs, residencies, and environments where talented builders meet, ship, and sometimes become companies.

He has built and led more than 200 programs and events for 16,000+ builders across technology and Web3, including hacker houses, founder residencies, incubation programs, demo days, conferences, and international ecosystem activations.

Most recently, he helped build a founder pipeline across India and APAC that attracted 1,500+ applications, selected technical builders for residential programs, and supported 40+ founders through follow-on incubation. Alumni from these programs went on to raise more than $2.5M and build or exit companies.

His work focuses on how trust, repeated interaction, and high-context communities shape founder formation, talent discovery, and participation. Earlier in his career, he worked in cybersecurity and technical research, which continues to influence how he thinks about technology, infrastructure, and the human systems around them.

Prasan Singh is a founder-ecosystem and technical-community builder who has spent the last eight years designing the programs, residencies, and environments where talented builders meet, ship, and sometimes become companies. He has built and led m... Show more

Patryk began programming in the late 1990s before formalizing his education in mathematics and computer science. His career has since spanned software engineering, systems administration, technology leadership, and cybersecurity. Today, he is CTOO at Gamma Force, helping organizations approach cybersecurity strategically by aligning security, risk, and technology with business objectives.

Patryk began programming in the late 1990s before formalizing his education in mathematics and computer science. His career has since spanned software engineering, systems administration, technology leadership, and cybersecurity. Today, he is CTOO at... Show more

Jayesh is the Founder of Guard0, Agent Governance startup working with large enterprises and Fortune 500s. Before that, he was a founding member at Traceable AI (API security, acquired for $960M). He is the AWS ML Hero, Twilio champion, and maintainer of OSS Projects like OWASP crAPI, Hypertrace, g0. He is the Organizer of AI Community, API Security Global Community, and many other communities around the world.

His research interest involved Distributed neural computers and DeFi. In his free time, he likes to read and he is learning to play the piano.

Jayesh is the Founder of Guard0, Agent Governance startup working with large enterprises and Fortune 500s. Before that, he was a founding member at Traceable AI (API security, acquired for $960M). He is the AWS ML Hero, Twilio champion, and maintaine... Show more

Matt Kovatchis, CPCC, is an ex-corporate banker turned mental health and stress management speaker and executive coach. He delivers high-energy and interactive keynotes and facilitates transformative workshops for associations, corporations, and leadership teams across the country – focusing on stress management, self-compassion, and heart-led leadership.

Before launching his speaking career, Matt spent seven years in corporate banking at multinational banks including PNC and Capital One. Externally, he looked like a massive success. Internally, he felt empty and alone. That disconnect led him on a journey of emotional healing and self-discovery - ultimately revealing a deeper purpose: to help others navigate the same struggles he once endured.

Trusted by organizations including SHRM Georgia, Illinois Bankers Association, CBRE, IREM Phoenix, and BOMA Orlando, Matt brings both lived experience and professional rigor to every stage he steps on.

Matt is also the author of the guided journal Enjoying Your Own Company and the host of The Men in the Arena, a top 1% podcast on mental health. Based in Chicago, IL, when he's not speaking or coaching, you'll find him exploring a new coffee shop, or hanging out with his dog, Patty.

Matt Kovatchis, CPCC, is an ex-corporate banker turned mental health and stress management speaker and executive coach. He delivers high-energy and interactive keynotes and facilitates transformative workshops for associations, corporations, and lead... Show more

Enthusiastic about technology, passionate about growing, inspiring and leading technical teams, getting-things-done-mentality and problem solving skills. Specialized in Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Azure and SharePoint. Currently working as CTO for isolutions - a leading Microsoft partner in Switzerland - and in charge of setting up the delivery center in Barcelona. Awarded as Microsoft MVP since 2015 and as a Microsoft Regional Director since 2020.

Together with the isolutions team, he is committed to making customers happy and successful every day. The focus is on a secure and sustainable integration of various Microsoft and third-party products.

He lives in Barcelona, but can also be met regularly in Switzerland. With pleasure he shares his secret tips for the best fondue.

Enthusiastic about technology, passionate about growing, inspiring and leading technical teams, getting-things-done-mentality and problem solving skills. Specialized in Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Azure and SharePoint. Cur... Show more

Joel is an experienced CTO Coach who supports talented start-up and scale-up CTOs to successfully grow in their roles as their team and company evolves.

He has over 20 years experience leading software development teams including roles as CTO and COO at a range of start-ups and scale-ups.

Joel is an experienced CTO Coach who supports talented start-up and scale-up CTOs to successfully grow in their roles as their team and company evolves. He has over 20 years experience leading software development teams including roles as CTO and ... Show more

Jarrod Connolly is an engineering leader who has spent 25 years building backend and platform systems across gaming, network infrastructure, real estate, and travel. He has led teams through hiring, performance, and delivery in player-coach roles, and he still writes the code when the problem needs it.

He added Date support to Node.js N-API, holds two patents in web acceleration, and spoke at OpenJS World 2022 on building a compiler in Node.js. Complect, that compiler, now targets native binaries via LLVM and renders graphics with SDL. He writes about the work at nestedquotes.ca.

He has chaired a school Parent Advisory Council and served on the City Advisory Committee, and is building PAC Hub so those organizations can run a year from one place.

Jarrod Connolly is an engineering leader who has spent 25 years building backend and platform systems across gaming, network infrastructure, real estate, and travel. He has led teams through hiring, performance, and delivery in player-coach roles, an... Show more

I work on AI, Data Analytics and business performance, helping organizations transform complex data into actionable decisions and measurable impact.

My experience spans across program management, advanced analytics and AI Transformation, with a strong focus on improving time-to-market, flow efficiency and decision-making quality.

I combine technical expertise and business thinking, developed across project management, marketing and finance.
My approach is grounded in continuous improvement, respect for people, data-driven thinking and real business value.

I hold an MBA from SDA Bocconi and a degree in Political Science with an economic focus from the University of Milan.

I work on AI, Data Analytics and business performance, helping organizations transform complex data into actionable decisions and measurable impact. My experience spans across program management, advanced analytics and AI Transformation, with a st... Show more

Project Manager at Xetechs Group, an Odoo Gold Partner and leading technology consulting firm, where I lead end-to-end ERP implementation projects, aligning business strategy, technology, and cross-functional teams to deliver measurable value for clients.

Previously, I worked as a Project & Management Analyst at Venite and as a Project Analyst at Xelapan + Dinámica Empresarial, managing technology-driven initiatives, business operations, and strategic projects while leveraging Business Intelligence and data visualization to support informed decision-making.

My professional focus lies at the intersection of project management, enterprise systems, data, and automation, helping organizations streamline operations through ERP/CRM implementations, process optimization, APIs, and modern digital solutions.

Beyond my professional work, I have designed and delivered workshops on technology, innovation, and digital transformation, collaborating with organizations such as Bridge for Billions, TuConsejería, and CIG. I am also an active member of technology communities including AWS User Group Guatemala, Google Developers Group, and the502project.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Universidad Rafael Landívar and I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity and Information Systems Engineering at Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala.

Passionate about bridging business and technology, I enjoy turning complex challenges into scalable solutions through effective project leadership, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies.

Project Manager at Xetechs Group, an Odoo Gold Partner and leading technology consulting firm, where I lead end-to-end ERP implementation projects, aligning business strategy, technology, and cross-functional teams to deliver measurable value for cli... Show more