Warrick is an AI Engineer at Dixon AI Ltd and Python developer specializing in intelligent automation and Large Language Models. Based in Cape Town, he designs AI solutions using RAG, LangChain, and generative AI. With data science experience at Intelligent Debt Management in predictive modeling and analytics, he helps organizations adopt AI strategically

Warrick is an AI Engineer at Dixon AI Ltd and Python developer specializing in intelligent automation and Large Language Models. Based in Cape Town, he designs AI solutions using RAG, LangChain, and generative AI. With data science experience at Inte... Show more

Following career hopscotch including secondary school teaching, Barclays Bank, Inland Revenue, IT technical support and NAV end user, I have spent the last 9 years building our training offering for Microsoft products at Tecman. Now leading a team of 4 that cover training and reporting we are passionate about sharing knowledge and ideas to help customers get more from their systems.

Following career hopscotch including secondary school teaching, Barclays Bank, Inland Revenue, IT technical support and NAV end user, I have spent the last 9 years building our training offering for Microsoft products at Tecman. Now leading a team of... Show more

David is a consulting professional with multiple years in developing reports using business intelligence techniques. Specializing in the Business Intelligence and Project Management space with extraordinary depth in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualizations, Portfolio Management, and Expert in the use of Power BI.

David’s experience is specialized in Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Education, and Medical Supply. But he has worked in many other industries as well.

David is a consulting professional with multiple years in developing reports using business intelligence techniques. Specializing in the Business Intelligence and Project Management space with extraordinary depth in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data... Show more

Mandar Chiplunkar is a product leader with over 14 years of experience driving digital transformation across insurance, logistics, and retail tech. He has built and launched AI-powered solutions, including a domain-trained Copilot for insurance advisors that blends large language models with real-world business workflows. Passionate about making technology practical and human-centered, Mandar focuses on turning complex systems into tools that empower people and deliver measurable impact.

Mandar Chiplunkar is a product leader with over 14 years of experience driving digital transformation across insurance, logistics, and retail tech. He has built and launched AI-powered solutions, including a domain-trained Copilot for insurance advis... Show more

Endre is a Co-Founder of Causely, where he’s building the IT industry’s first causal reasoning. Previously, Endre was VP of Advanced Engineering at Turbonomic. Prior to Turbonomic, Endre was a VP at Goldman Sachs. Endre holds an M.E. in Electrical Engineering from the Technical University of Budapest and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology.

Endre is a Co-Founder of Causely, where he’s building the IT industry’s first causal reasoning. Previously, Endre was VP of Advanced Engineering at Turbonomic. Prior to Turbonomic, Endre was a VP at Goldman Sachs. Endre holds an M.E. in Electrical En... Show more

Musa-Iman is a software & AI/ML engineer and founder of AgroLati Systems Ltd., specializing in edge-first IoT systems, applied AI/ML models, and resilient infrastructure tailored to local realities. His work includes custom AI software for enterprise clients, and building systems that address foundational gaps in technology ecosystems of emerging markets. Combining product development, strategic leadership, and hands-on engineering, he tackles complex, real-world problems. Through AgroLati, he develops context-aware agritech infrastructure that integrates AI-driven insights to improve operational efficiency, sustainability, and crop productivity, contributing to food security. He shares part of his journey publicly to inspire the next generation of builders creating high-impact solutions for emerging markets.

Musa-Iman is a software & AI/ML engineer and founder of AgroLati Systems Ltd., specializing in edge-first IoT systems, applied AI/ML models, and resilient infrastructure tailored to local realities. His work includes custom AI software for enterprise... Show more

In her current role as Business Systems Analyst Coordinator, Tiffany Hall manages end-to-end project life cycles and act as a lead on enterprise-wide projects. Her work reflects a commitment to fostering innovation and solving complex challenges through collaboration and research-driven solutions.

Graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Arts/Non-Profit Administration and Marketing Communication from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, Tiffany brings a strong foundation of strategic communication and enterprise-wide perspective to the companies she has worked with.

In her current role as Business Systems Analyst Coordinator, Tiffany Hall manages end-to-end project life cycles and act as a lead on enterprise-wide projects. Her work reflects a commitment to fostering innovation and solving complex challenges thro... Show more

She led global recruitment for Thoughtworks - once described as the most selective hiring process in the world - as well as helping shape the Tech Radar and establishing operations in more than eight countries.

Now a fractional TA/HR leader, and a sought-after career coach, Suzi helps startups and scale-ups build teams where belonging and psychological safety are the baseline, not just buzzwords. Through her company Appartenir, she brings values-driven hiring, radically better interviewing, and inclusive leadership to life with warmth, wit, and the occasional well-placed challenge to the status quo.

Expect honesty. Expect humour. Expect really great questions.

Her mission? To help people interview with confidence, put humanity at the heart of hiring and help topple the patriarchy.

She led global recruitment for Thoughtworks - once described as the most selective hiring process in the world - as well as helping shape the Tech Radar and establishing operations in more than eight countries. Now a fractional TA/HR leader, and a... Show more

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help companies with the successful implementation of agile methods in project organizations and the improvement of software quality with agile QA methods.

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help compani... Show more

Natalie Morrissey is the Director of Recruitment at Flex HR, where she leads recruiting strategy and delivery for clients across a wide range of industries. With a background in strategic talent consulting, operations leadership, talent alignment, and overall talent transformation, Natalie partners closely with organizations to design and execute recruiting solutions that support immediate hiring needs while enabling long-term workforce growth.

In her role, Natalie oversees end-to-end recruiting efforts, advising clients on talent acquisition strategy, market dynamics, and scalable hiring processes. She is known for her ability to bridge business goals with people strategy, bringing structure, clarity, and efficiency to complex hiring environments. Her experience spans healthcare, finance, nonprofit, energy, professional services organizations, and more giving her a nuanced understanding of how talent needs evolve across different business models and growth stages.
Natalie’s approach is highly collaborative, and results driven. She is frequently sought out as a trusted thought partner by leaders navigating growth, change, or operational complexity, and she is recognized for building strong client relationships and high-performing recruiting outcomes grounded in data, process improvement, and sound business judgment.

She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Family Entrepreneurship and a Master’s degree in Business with a concentration in Finance, which informs her analytical, ROI-focused approach to recruiting and workforce planning. She also sits on the Board of Directors for Child's Voice, reflecting her commitment to mission-driven work and community impact

Outside of work, Natalie enjoys reading, spending time with her twins, staying active, volunteering for a variety of organizations, and continuously learning.

Natalie Morrissey is the Director of Recruitment at Flex HR, where she leads recruiting strategy and delivery for clients across a wide range of industries. With a background in strategic talent consulting, operations leadership, talent alignment, an... Show more

Justin Hunsaker is an Executive Communication Coach at John Polk & Associates, helping leaders turn complex ideas into clear, persuasive messages that drive action. He is the coauthor of the Amazon bestselling Presentation Pitfalls: 10 Traps Business Professionals Fall Into and How to Avoid Them and a recipient of the Barlow Monarch Innovation Honorable Mention for KeyBank’s Small Business Review. He has presented Training Magazine's Conference and Expo, at multiple CISOs Connect conferences, and Customer Experience for Financial Services (CXFS).

Justin holds an Executive Master’s in Technology Management from the University of Pennsylvania and the Wharton School. He has launched new products and coached leaders at all levels across Fortune 500 banks and high-growth startups.

A highly engaging workshop facilitator, Justin brings a human-centered design mindset to his work. For more than five years, he designed and led Capital One’s “Creating Effective Presentations” workshop, helping thousands communicate with greater clarity and influence.

Alongside John Polk, Justin is on a mission to rid the world of poor presentations. He works with organizations and individuals on presentations, executive communication and influence, leadership, product management, and artificial intelligence.

Justin Hunsaker is an Executive Communication Coach at John Polk & Associates, helping leaders turn complex ideas into clear, persuasive messages that drive action. He is the coauthor of the Amazon bestselling Presentation Pitfalls: 10 Traps Business... Show more

Business Intelligence and Power BI Developer

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Art is a National Consultant with Insight and a Professional Scrum Trainer with Scrum.org, bringing a wealth of consulting experience across diverse industries and Fortune 500 companies. He specializes in navigating both agile and traditional environments, focusing on delivering value rather than adhering to rigid frameworks. Passionate about unlocking individual potential, building high-performing teams, and fostering organizational agility, Art collaborates with organizations to drive transformative change and enhance value delivery.

Art is a National Consultant with Insight and a Professional Scrum Trainer with Scrum.org, bringing a wealth of consulting experience across diverse industries and Fortune 500 companies. He specializes in navigating both agile and traditional environ... Show more

Jennifer has shared her insights at conferences around the world, both in-person and virtually, covering topics like communication, change management, and work-life balance. She loves to inspire people to be a positive influence in their teams by sharing her personal experiences. She describes herself as “annoyingly optimistic” (but she is also human so she has her moments of being less than optimistic).

Jennifer enjoys viewing the world from multiple perspectives, a trait that likely contributed to her career progression in her younger years and her ability to find connections in almost any situation.

Jennifer has shared her insights at conferences around the world, both in-person and virtually, covering topics like communication, change management, and work-life balance. She loves to inspire people to be a positive influence in their teams by sha... Show more

Marco Heimeshoff is a trainer, speaker and software developer from Germany. He organizes KanDDDinsky, a conference about Domain-driven Design and the art of business software and co-founded the german DDD community in 2013 and VirtualDDD.com in 2019. Between consulting companies around the globe and his day job in building health care software, you'll find him speaking at conferences about DDD, socio-technical systems and first principles. With over a decade of experience, he is helping teams to change and learn in all things from code to culture and to master Domain-Driven Design, agile software development, functional programming and CQRS with event sourcing.

Marco Heimeshoff is a trainer, speaker and software developer from Germany. He organizes KanDDDinsky, a conference about Domain-driven Design and the art of business software and co-founded the german DDD community in 2013 and VirtualDDD.com in 2019.... Show more

I'm a two-time CTO and currently Head of Research at Tecmie. I've engineered products across AI/ML, Web3, and SaaS at startups backed by Y Combinator, Techstars, and OpenAI, and earned finalist spots at top hackathons like ETHGlobal and Solana Radar/Col etc.
I also founded Afrikathon, a pan-African hackathon community of 12,000+ developers across 22 countries.

I'm a two-time CTO and currently Head of Research at Tecmie. I've engineered products across AI/ML, Web3, and SaaS at startups backed by Y Combinator, Techstars, and OpenAI, and earned finalist spots at top hackathons like ETHGlobal and Solana Radar/... Show more

Saurav Dhyani is a Business Central upgrade specialist and AL developer with hands-on experience across NAV, C/AL, and modern Business Central SaaS environments.

As founder of Edhate Consulting, he leads upgrade initiatives, refactoring strategies, and modernization programs for global customers and partners. His expertise lies in structured upgrade planning, dependency analysis, and scalable AL architecture.

NAV / Business Central Experience:
2010 To 2015 - Tectura India
2015 To 2025 - Archerpoint Inc. Private Limited.
2025 To - Edhate Consulting Private Limited.

MVP (Business Application) - 2014 To till Date.

Saurav Dhyani is a Business Central upgrade specialist and AL developer with hands-on experience across NAV, C/AL, and modern Business Central SaaS environments. As founder of Edhate Consulting, he leads upgrade initiatives, refactoring strategies... Show more

Dr. Charlie Apigian is a data and AI strategist, educator, and speaker on a mission to make data and AI simple, actionable, and human-centered. As Lead Data & AI Strategist at Data Inspire and LBMC, he helps organizations move from AI experimentation to AI execution through clear strategy and practical agentic workflows.

With over 25 years of experience across academia, industry, and community initiatives, Charlie has been recognized as the Nashville Technology Council’s Data Scientist of the Year and IT Community Leader of the Year. His work bridges strategy, technology, and impact—using AI not just to automate work, but to elevate people and purpose.

Dr. Charlie Apigian is a data and AI strategist, educator, and speaker on a mission to make data and AI simple, actionable, and human-centered. As Lead Data & AI Strategist at Data Inspire and LBMC, he helps organizations move from AI experimentation... Show more

I am a Product Manager working with large-scale AI/ML systems, focused on how people discover, evaluate, and engage with content. My work sits at the intersection of product strategy, machine learning, and user experience—particularly around relevance, personalization, and long-term ecosystem health. I spend most of my time thinking about how AI systems understand user intent, how content is represented, and how product decisions compound at scale.

I am a Product Manager working with large-scale AI/ML systems, focused on how people discover, evaluate, and engage with content. My work sits at the intersection of product strategy, machine learning, and user experience—particularly around relevanc... Show more

MVP Alumni Data Platform depuis 5 ans, je suis activement engagé dans la communauté Française autour des métiers de la data et la business Intelligence, notamment avec le Club Power BI, le Power 365, DataWelsh

Créateur et organisateur du Power 365.
Créateur de DataWelsh

Ma ligne de conduite: être simple, efficace et toujours dans la bonne humeur

MVP Alumni Data Platform depuis 5 ans, je suis activement engagé dans la communauté Française autour des métiers de la data et la business Intelligence, notamment avec le Club Power BI, le Power 365, DataWelsh Créateur et organisateur du Power 365... Show more

Kelly Gonsalves is a NYC-based entrepreneur and the owner of an accounting firm specializing in e-commerce. She founded Totally Booked in 2015 to help small businesses boost profitability through efficient accounting and technology. A QuickBooks Level 2 Certified ProAdvisor and two-time Insightful Accountant Top 10 ProAdvisor, Kelly has co-founded three companies and worked with Intuit as a consultant and content creator. She's a frequent speaker at industry conferences and a webinar host, plus an Intuit Trainer Writer Network alumnus. Outside work, she enjoys paddleboarding with her dog, cooking, and DIY projects.

Kelly Gonsalves is a NYC-based entrepreneur and the owner of an accounting firm specializing in e-commerce. She founded Totally Booked in 2015 to help small businesses boost profitability through efficient accounting and technology. A QuickBooks Leve... Show more

Chandra Inguva is a product manager at Microsoft

Chandra Inguva is a product manager at Microsoft Show more

Michael Allison, is a U.S. Marine Purple Heart Veteran, award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and international keynote speaker. A globally recognized expert in identity-driven leadership and organizational resilience, Michael transforms adversity into strategic advantage. Over two decades, he has led Marines in combat, managed multi-million-dollar government projects, directed higher-ed programs, and scaled an INC 5000 franchise to successful exit. Michael equips leaders and teams to break internal limitations, guard energy, and thrive under pressure. His signature frameworks—Break The Bottle and Protect The House—blend combat-tested leadership, trauma-informed coaching, and enterprise execution discipline. Michael has delivered transformational keynotes, workshops, and consulting for world-class organizations globally. He empowers professionals to align technical brilliance with human resilience and lead with clarity, creativity, and conviction.

Michael Allison, is a U.S. Marine Purple Heart Veteran, award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and international keynote speaker. A globally recognized expert in identity-driven leadership and organizational resilience, Michael transforms a... Show more

Based in the heartland of America, Holding the title of Scotland’s first Chartered Cyber Security Professional (ChCSP) andelected member for the CREST Penetration Testing focus group (EMEA), CEO William Wright brings a wealth of experience in leading Security Testing teams across multiple verticals. Holding CREST certification in Penetration Testing and certified tester by The Cyber Scheme, William will have overall responsibility for the project and will use internal and external testing methodologies crafted by over a decade of Security Testing experience

Based in the heartland of America, Holding the title of Scotland’s first Chartered Cyber Security Professional (ChCSP) andelected member for the CREST Penetration Testing focus group (EMEA), CEO William Wright brings a wealth of experience in leading... Show more

From Physics to People

Forget the stereotype of the physicist in corduroys; I thrive on working with people. Physics taught me systems thinking, and humans are the most complex systems of all.

Fifteen years ago in Japan, my mentor taught me the concept of "Paying Forward"—passing value to the next person rather than paying it back. After a career spanning global leadership roles, deep dives into Agile and Lean, and managing the transformation of 30+ production sites, it is time to pay it forward.

I see a disconnect: firms stuck in Agile/Lean transformations because production lacks flexibility, or efficient factories slowed down by sluggish R&D. Above all, I see leaders struggling with growing complexity.

My expertise sits in the "magic triangle" of Agile, Lean, and Leadership. Trusted by industry leaders like SBB or SAP, I help leaders and organizations navigate their specific growth journeys.

Offline: I’m a tennis club chairman, athlete, Heavy Metal enthusiast, father and reader of epic fantasy.

From Physics to People Forget the stereotype of the physicist in corduroys; I thrive on working with people. Physics taught me systems thinking, and humans are the most complex systems of all. Fifteen years ago in Japan, my mentor taught me the... Show more

With an M.Sc. in Organization Innovation and Entrepreneurship, I've leveraged my expertise to work as a Consultant for 4 years. With more than 8 years of experience in ERP systems, my focus has been on optimizing supply chain management and finance operations.

With an M.Sc. in Organization Innovation and Entrepreneurship, I've leveraged my expertise to work as a Consultant for 4 years. With more than 8 years of experience in ERP systems, my focus has been on optimizing supply chain management and finance o... 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

James Paterek serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Millbrook Support Services, Inc., where he helps government agencies locate and hire qualified healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and other specialists. He also leads as the Chief Executive Officer of Paterak & Company, a respected organization offering staffing and consulting services to various businesses. With a practical leadership approach, he focuses on building reliable teams and creating opportunities that strengthen organizational performance and community well-being.

James founded COMFORCE Corporation, a company specializing in staffing, outsourcing, and financial services. Under his guidance, the business grew rapidly, expanding its workforce to more than 11,000 employees. The company experienced significant revenue growth, increasing from $12 million to nearly $500 million in two years, while maintaining strong profitability. His efforts in strategic planning, acquisitions, and organic development played a key role in establishing the company as a leader in its field.

Paterek has extensive experience in leading large-scale operations and managing complex business transactions. He demonstrated financial management and organizational leadership skills as the head of a company that successfully raised $300 million in capital and acquired other organizations, generating more than $500 million in revenue. His ability to secure over $600 million in funding for multiple ventures reflects a deep understanding of business development and sustainable growth.

James Paterek is known for his steady leadership and dedication to guiding teams toward shared success. He has emphasized the importance of collaboration, accountability, and clear communication throughout his career. His focus on long-term progress has helped the companies he leads achieve consistent performance while supporting professional growth within their teams. Through these efforts, he has earned respect for his practical approach and results-oriented mindset.

Paterek brings decades of experience acquiring, financing, and integrating service-based businesses. He has completed over twenty-eight acquisitions and raised over $600 million for related ventures. His understanding of capital markets and his experience with public company management highlight his ability to navigate complex business environments. With a balanced perspective and commitment to continuous improvement, he continues to contribute to the success of organizations and the people who power them.

James Paterek serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Millbrook Support Services, Inc., where he helps government agencies locate and hire qualified healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and other specialists. He also leads as the ... Show more

Megha Hooli is a seasoned Senior Program Manager at Amazon, where she leads the Global Concessions Excellence Program across 12 international marketplaces. With over 9 years of experience in product and program management, she has established herself as a strategic leader in AI-driven solutions, enterprise automation, and customer-centric platform development.
Currently based in Seattle, Megha spearheads Amazon's Worldwide CS Concessions program, where she has achieved remarkable results including a reduction in concession, proactive defect resolution through predictive analytics, and working toward reduction in manual intervention time. Her leadership extends to managing strategic partnerships across worldwide Retail, Seller Services, Finance, and BI teams while facilitating bi-weekly steering meetings with over 100 global stakeholders.
Prior to Amazon, Megha served as Technical Product Manager at Cognizant's TriZetto Healthcare division, where she drove a 10% revenue increase through strategic product roadmap optimization and led 10-12 weekly product experiments that improved feature adoption by 15%. Her expertise in balancing technical constraints with business priorities while ensuring HIPAA compliance made her instrumental in delivering a 38% uplift in promotional performance across digital channels.
Megha's entrepreneurial spirit shone during her tenure as Product Manager at ACCELQ Texas, where she developed and executed a successful AI go-to-market strategy that resulted in a 50% increase in website traffic and 30% increase in trial sign-ups. She led the end-to-end AI strategy for ACCELQ's flagship test automation suite, achieving a 70% reduction in false positives and 40% improvement in test execution speed through ML-driven self-healing capabilities.
Her technical foundation was built during her earlier roles at OSII-Emerson Digital and Accenture, where she honed her skills in Agile methodologies, cross-functional team leadership, and healthcare technology solutions. At Accenture, she served as Product Owner for the My Health Record Client, leading 14+ cross-functional teams and achieving 98% of product goals while enhancing patient safety through data-driven clinical workflow optimization.
Academically, Megha holds a Master of Science in Business Analytics from The University of Texas at Dallas, where she graduated as a Double Dean's Scholar, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunication from PES Institute of Technology, Bangalore. Her educational achievements are complemented by multiple certifications including Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), and ITILv4.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Megha is a recognized leader in the tech community. She served as President of the Graduate Student Assembly at UT Dallas, representing over 9,000 graduate students, and is a founding member of the Women in Product Dallas Chapter. Her commitment to social impact is evident through her role as CSR Lead at Accenture Bangalore and her active involvement in Rotaract Clubs.
Megha's expertise spans the full spectrum of modern technology and business management, including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), machine learning, data analytics (SQL, Python, R, Tableau), and product management tools (JIRA, Confluence, Figma). Her unique combination of technical depth, strategic vision, and leadership acumen positions her as a driving force in the evolution of AI-powered enterprise solutions and customer experience optimization.
Her numerous awards and recognitions, including Student Leader of the Year 2023 at UT Dallas, Dean's Excellence Scholar, AccelQ Hackathon winner, and Accenture ACE award winner, reflect her consistent excellence and innovative approach to solving complex business challenges.

Megha Hooli is a seasoned Senior Program Manager at Amazon, where she leads the Global Concessions Excellence Program across 12 international marketplaces. With over 9 years of experience in product and program management, she has established herself... Show more

I advise executives on how AI and autonomous agents will reshape organizations over the next five years—and what leaders must do now to stay ahead. My work focuses less on today’s tools and more on the trajectory: how agents evolve from copilots into operators, how decision latency collapses, how cost structures rebalance, and where new risks emerge as autonomy increases.

As a speaker with Summit AI Consulting, I help leadership teams develop a clear mental model of where AI is going, how quickly it’s arriving, and which organizational bets matter most. My talks connect AI’s technical direction to board-level implications: operating leverage, governance, security, workforce design, and competitive moats in an agent-driven economy.

I translate complex AI shifts into concrete executive decisions—what to centralize vs. decentralize, what to automate vs. retain, and how to prepare teams, controls, and incentives for a world where software increasingly acts on behalf of the business. Attendees leave with clarity, strategic confidence, and a roadmap for preparing—not reacting—to what’s next.

I advise executives on how AI and autonomous agents will reshape organizations over the next five years—and what leaders must do now to stay ahead. My work focuses less on today’s tools and more on the trajectory: how agents evolve from copilots into... Show more