Business & Management

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

Dr. Aday Adetosoye

Dr. Aday Adetosoye

Dr. Aday E. Adetosoye is an international speaker and leadership strategist specializing in human-centered AI adoption and women's leadership in tech. With 25 years as a U.S. diplomat (USAID, CDC, HRSA) and former Vice President overseeing global health programs in 37 countries, she brings high-stakes communication expertise to the digital landscape.

Recent speaking engagements include moderating at the International AIDS Conference 2024 (25,000+ attendees), featured panelist at the Weitzman Institute Virtual Symposium, presenter at the Women in Government Relations 50th Conference, and featured guest on "Lunch with Leaders" LinkedIn Live discussing women in STEM leadership.

As CEO of 1099 Impact Street and Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Dr. Adetosoye helps leaders navigate technological transformation without sacrificing creativity, wellbeing, or authentic connection. She also provides training on public speaking. Her signature topic: "The Human Algorithm" for ethical AI leadership is a favorite.

Dr. Aday E. Adetosoye is an international speaker and leadership strategist specializing in human-centered AI adoption and women's leadership in tech. With 25 years as a U.S. diplomat (USAID, CDC, HRSA) and former Vice President overseeing global hea... Show more

Marcus Wegener

Marcus Wegener

Marcus Wegener is a Data Platform MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional) and loves to inspire others with his solutions. His mission is clear: "Get the most out of data, with Power BI."

Marcus Wegener is a Data Platform MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional) and loves to inspire others with his solutions. His mission is clear: "Get the most out of data, with Power BI." Show more

Dragan Jovanoski

Dragan Jovanoski

With extensive experience in extending, customizing, and configuring Microsoft Dynamics CRM/D365 across multiple versions, from CRM 3.0 to the latest D365, I specialize in delivering tailored solutions that enhance business efficiency and drive digital transformation. My deep understanding of the platform allows me to develop innovative, scalable solutions that align with organizational goals.
I have a proven track record of executing complex ETL processes, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and optimal system performance throughout the migration lifecycle. With expertise in designing robust data migration strategies, I help organizations seamlessly transition between platforms while optimizing their data landscapes for long-term success.
Over the years, I have led and contributed to numerous high-impact migration projects, including SAP to D365 CE, D365 CE to D365 F&O with Dual Write, Dynamics CRM On-Prem to D365 CE (both Cloud and On-Prem), Dynamics NAV to CRM/D365 integrations and migrations, as well as migrations from Salesforce, HubSpot, EoStar… to D365 CE. Each project has strengthened my ability to tackle complex challenges, streamline processes, and ensure smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
Beyond technical execution, I am passionate about leveraging technology to modernize legacy systems, improve data flow, and empower businesses. I thrive on collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop strategic solutions that not only solve immediate challenges but also lay the foundation for future growth and operational excellence.

With extensive experience in extending, customizing, and configuring Microsoft Dynamics CRM/D365 across multiple versions, from CRM 3.0 to the latest D365, I specialize in delivering tailored solutions that enhance business efficiency and drive digit... Show more

Tiago Caragliano

Tiago Caragliano

As Architect & CTO at Anubix, im a seasoned Cloud IT Leader with over a decade of experience. Developed deep expertise in multi-cloud, hybrid environments, and large-scale migrations. Im also GCP and AWS certified, bringing 7 and 2 years of hands-on experience, respectively, in DevOps and cloud operations.

As Architect & CTO at Anubix, im a seasoned Cloud IT Leader with over a decade of experience. Developed deep expertise in multi-cloud, hybrid environments, and large-scale migrations. Im also GCP and AWS certified, bringing 7 and 2 years of hands-on ... Show more

Tiffany Garden

Tiffany Garden

Tiffany Garden is a writer and content marketer with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in technology marketing, with a focus on cloud computing, data management, databases, and IT services. Currently, Tiffany is a Marketing Manager at Datavail, overseeing the Database and Data Management Services business units.

Tiffany Garden is a writer and content marketer with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in technology marketing, with a focus on cloud computing, data management, databases, and IT services. Currently, Tiffany is a Marketing Manager at Data... Show more

Andrew Trochinski

Andrew Trochinski

Andrew Trochinski is a Microsoft Dynamics/D365 expert with over 15 years of experience in ERP implementation, supply chain optimization, and process improvement. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications and APICS credentials. Andrew specializes in bridging technical solutions with business impact, delivering practical insights on MS Dynamics/D365 upgrades, integrations, and operational efficiency.

Andrew Trochinski is a Microsoft Dynamics/D365 expert with over 15 years of experience in ERP implementation, supply chain optimization, and process improvement. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications and APICS credentials. Andrew specializes in ... Show more

Calypso Hernandez

Calypso Hernandez

Calypso is a versatile professional with a unique background in theatre, education, and tech. After years of experience in theatre and teaching, Calypso recently transitioned into the tech industry, working with innovative startups where she applies her skills in communication, design, and collaboration to fast-paced, high-growth environments. This blend of creative and technical experience has equipped Calypso with a deep understanding of how to foster constructive feedback, empower teams, and drive continuous improvement. Calypso also thrives on building strong, connected communities. She brings a fresh perspective on collaboration, communication, and community building in both creative and tech spaces.

Calypso is a versatile professional with a unique background in theatre, education, and tech. After years of experience in theatre and teaching, Calypso recently transitioned into the tech industry, working with innovative startups where she applies ... Show more

Nicole Derr

Nicole Derr

Nicole Derr is an agile coach turned community changemaker. She partners with leaders to build resilient, long-lasting organizations that contribute positively to their communities. Together they grow companies through innovative products and scalable, cooperative, people-first business practices. Improved business outcomes are the natural result.

Nicole has extensive experience with organizations of all sizes, from 1 to 20,000 employees, and in a broad range of industries, from tech, manufacturing, and finance, to non-profit, public service, and academia. She has worked throughout the midwest, the United States and beyond, but her favorite engagements are with small organizations making an impact in their local community. While Nicole’s focus is executives and leaders, she has worked with team members at all levels and across the entire organization.

Nicole Derr is an agile coach turned community changemaker. She partners with leaders to build resilient, long-lasting organizations that contribute positively to their communities. Together they grow companies through innovative products and scalabl... Show more

Ben Hooper

Ben Hooper

I'm a Kansas-based software consultant who loves writing code almost as much as I love figuring out why an enterprise system isn't shipping the way it should. Recovering monolith wrangler. Perpetual pipeline tinkerer. Firm believer that the real problem is rarely the one on the ticket.

I'm a Kansas-based software consultant who loves writing code almost as much as I love figuring out why an enterprise system isn't shipping the way it should. Recovering monolith wrangler. Perpetual pipeline tinkerer. Firm believer that the real prob... Show more

Elliott Mattice

Elliott Mattice

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecurity, he has led enterprise programs across both civilian and defense contracting environments. Elliott brings a strategic, systems-level approach to helping organizations anticipate risk, align with regulatory expectations, and build resilient, threat-informed security practices.

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecur... Show more

Maurizio Mangione

Maurizio Mangione

Russian literature lover, wannabe writer, rock climber.
Former Google Developers Expert and Microsoft MVP, founder of great communities.

Russian literature lover, wannabe writer, rock climber. Former Google Developers Expert and Microsoft MVP, founder of great communities. Show more

Fabrizio Pischedda

Fabrizio Pischedda

Fabrizio is the founder and Managing Partner of M-HUB, an international boutique consulting firm specializing in growth and scaling for global organizations.

With over 23 years of experience at the helm of international management consulting, he has led some of the most ambitious transformations on the global stage, generating measurable value for organizations operating on an international scale in the energy, transportation, telecommunications, manufacturing, and public sectors.
Before founding M-HUB, he held senior leadership roles at Arthur D. Little, BearingPoint, and Capgemini Invent, serving as Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, and Head of Intelligent Industry, building a reputation as a growth architect for complex organizations seeking to scale in a structured and sustainable manner.

His approach combines strategic rigor with executive capability: he knows how to identify where an organization’s hidden value lies, how to unlock it, and how to create the conditions so that growth is not a one-off event, but a system. He has worked with the leadership of some of the world’s largest industrial and service companies, delivering concrete results in highly complex, high-stakes environments.

With M-HUB, he has translated this experience into a model focused on one thing: helping organizations truly grow and scale intelligently.

Fabrizio is the founder and Managing Partner of M-HUB, an international boutique consulting firm specializing in growth and scaling for global organizations. With over 23 years of experience at the helm of international management consulting, he h... Show more

Alex Thurow

Alex Thurow

During the last twenty years Alexander Thurow (https://onmoderndev.de/en) worked at different German software providers. Currently he is a freelance software developer, consultant and speaker.

Born in Hamburg in 1975, currently located at Lake Constance.
Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Inform. (FH), 2005 at the Leuphana Lüneburg and the University of Sydney.

Different positions: Software developer, consultant, technical trainer, lecturer and speaker.
Main areas of interest: Clean Code, Refactoring, Technical Debt, knowledge transfer and mentoring, technological disruption, books („in- and outside of the box“, see: https://onmoderndev.de/en/reading), current affairs

During the last twenty years Alexander Thurow (https://onmoderndev.de/en) worked at different German software providers. Currently he is a freelance software developer, consultant and speaker. Born in Hamburg in 1975, currently located at Lake Con... Show more

Katrina Wanjugu Muchemi

Katrina Wanjugu Muchemi

Katrina is a data scientist with years worth of experience with a background in economics. She has a passion for democratizing AI deep learning and all things tech.

Katrina is a data scientist with years worth of experience with a background in economics. She has a passion for democratizing AI deep learning and all things tech. Show more

Sanjana Arun

Sanjana Arun

Sanjana Arun is a Product Lead at eBay, where she leads AI-powered Search and Advertising systems that determine how visibility, relevance, and monetization are allocated across large-scale marketplaces. Her work focuses on translating machine learning innovations in ranking, retrieval, and personalization into trusted, high-impact experiences for buyers and sellers.

She specializes in designing AI systems as decision engines, where models, data, and feedback loops shape user behavior and marketplace dynamics. Sanjana serves as an Ambassador for Product-Led Alliance leading panels, speaking and writing about AI. She is also an active speaker on Grace Hopper, Women In Tech, ProductWorld, AI Dev Summit among others. Her work has been published on Mind the Product and CMSWire websites.

Sanjana Arun is a Product Lead at eBay, where she leads AI-powered Search and Advertising systems that determine how visibility, relevance, and monetization are allocated across large-scale marketplaces. Her work focuses on translating machine learni... Show more

Ingo Düppe

Ingo Düppe

Ingo Düppe is an IT consultant and the founder of CROWDCODE. He advises companies in the field of agile architecture management and is responsible for the realisation and conception of Web, mobile, and Cloud applications. The evolutionary goal is a continuous increase in the automation of business processes. He can contribute his many years of experience to the conception and development of applications. The challenge is the effective and efficient combination of technologies, methods, and tools - in each case that will be suitable for the individual context. As a coach and trainer, he advises teams on the use of Java EE and Spring technologies and their efficient integration into the individual software development process.

Ingo Düppe is an IT consultant and the founder of CROWDCODE. He advises companies in the field of agile architecture management and is responsible for the realisation and conception of Web, mobile, and Cloud applications. The evolutionary goal is a c... Show more

Tiffany Hall

Tiffany Hall

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

Samson Truong

Samson Truong

Samson Truong is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in data engineering and analytics on the Microsoft data platform. He works across the full data lifecycle, building scalable data pipelines, designing enterprise data warehouses, and developing optimized semantic models and Power BI reporting solutions.

With a strong focus on Microsoft Fabric, Samson helps enterprise teams streamline data workflows, improve performance, and deliver reporting solutions that are both efficient and intuitive. He also runs discoveringallthingsanalytics.com, where he shares practical insights on Fabric architecture, semantic modeling, and real-world reporting strategies.

Samson Truong is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in data engineering and analytics on the Microsoft data platform. He works across the full data lifecycle, building scalable data pipelines, designing enterprise data warehouses, and developing optimized... Show more

Carolina Greno

Carolina Greno

For the last 10 years, Carolina has worked as a clinical psychologist decoding the human mind; now, she’s using that expertise to revolutionize public speaking training.

Mixing her talent development knowledge, mindfulness, and her background in theatre, she creates transformational experiences that take individuals from shy and uncertain to confident and impactful speakers.

Her unique 4-personality framework has helped hundreds of professionals find their speaking zone of genius—whether they’re natural storytellers or data-driven thinkers. She has worked with global companies like Upwork and P&G, and specializes in training teams to communicate with clarity, confidence, and influence.

For the last 10 years, Carolina has worked as a clinical psychologist decoding the human mind; now, she’s using that expertise to revolutionize public speaking training. Mixing her talent development knowledge, mindfulness, and her background in ... Show more

Vanjikumaran Sivajothy

Vanjikumaran Sivajothy

Vanji is a Senior Manager - Software Architecture and Engineering at a Fortune 500 company and a committer for the Apache Synapse Project. He spearheads a team of engineers to design and develop an API and Developer Experience. He is also a veteran in the integration space and contributed to many open-source projects in the industry.

Vanji is a Senior Manager - Software Architecture and Engineering at a Fortune 500 company and a committer for the Apache Synapse Project. He spearheads a team of engineers to design and develop an API and Developer Experience. He is also a veteran i... Show more

Jimmy Nilsson

Jimmy Nilsson

Jimmy has been a DDD-practitioner for quite some time. 2006 his second book called “Applying Domain Driven Design and Patterns” was published. He has been in the industry for 35+ years, is co-founder and a consultant of factor10 and spend most of his time helping their clients with their value creation.

Jimmy has been a DDD-practitioner for quite some time. 2006 his second book called “Applying Domain Driven Design and Patterns” was published. He has been in the industry for 35+ years, is co-founder and a consultant of factor10 and spend most of his... Show more

Manuel Maguga Darbinian

Manuel Maguga Darbinian

My name is Manuel, AI & product Specialist with business background. I started my AI & Graph experience back in Klarna during the company wide initiative to build the so-called "Best Knowledge Management System" powered by Neo4J and GenAI.

After Klarna I embarked in an exciting journey as a consultant, learning about organisation pain-points and advising on solutions and way forward.

After compounding all these learnings, I started off Spiintel as a side project. Currently I'm leading and supporting Boundless in developing cabyn.ai, a marketing tool aimed at bridging marketing data & analysis with content creation in order to enhance ranking and SEO.

A funny fact about myself: I did not know how to code 4 years ago, thanks to AI and own interest, I have been learning Python and best practices in infrastructure building. I'm now deep into tech and coding my way forward.

My name is Manuel, AI & product Specialist with business background. I started my AI & Graph experience back in Klarna during the company wide initiative to build the so-called "Best Knowledge Management System" powered by Neo4J and GenAI. After ... Show more

Sai Sravan Cherukuri

Sai Sravan Cherukuri

Sai Sravan Cherukuri is a visionary technology leader, DevSecOps Technical Advisor, PaaS Automation Lead, and Program Manager. With over 20 years of experience in federal IT transformation, he is a recognized expert in DevSecOps, FinOps, AI governance, CMMC readiness, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), open-source advocacy, and Policy as Code (PaC). He is the creator of the FIBER AI Maturity Model and contributes as a member to the national AI safety initiatives through NIST’s U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium.

Sai Sravan, a Commissioner’s 2024 Award recipient, has led enterprise-scale automation, modernization, and capacity planning initiatives that deliver measurable results. He serves on the Board of Directors at TMMi America and is a dedicated community mentor and volunteer.

As a Platform Engineer and Open-source advocate, Sai is committed to advancing accessibility in engineering and inclusivity in the community. He is a strong proponent of the "Docs-as-Code" movement, maintaining that long-term project sustainability relies on clear documentation and automated CI/CD pipelines that lower barriers for contributors. Currently, he is bridging the gap between agentic workflows and cloud-native standards; as an active explorer of the Model Context Protocol (MCP), he utilizes OpenTelemetry to build open-source AI observability frameworks, enabling the scaling of reliable, self-service agents.

Sai Sravan currently serves as the program lead for the application team, spearheading the institutionalization of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) through Terraform practices.

Sai Sravan Cherukuri is a visionary technology leader, DevSecOps Technical Advisor, PaaS Automation Lead, and Program Manager. With over 20 years of experience in federal IT transformation, he is a recognized expert in DevSecOps, FinOps, AI governanc... Show more

Sai Turlapati

Sai Turlapati

Sai Turlapati is a Microsoft MVP and CEO of DStrategyTech, where he helps organizations apply Microsoft AI, Dynamics 365 Business Central, and the Power Platform to real-world business scenarios. He also authors the weekly Enterprise AI Digest newsletter.

Sai Turlapati is a Microsoft MVP and CEO of DStrategyTech, where he helps organizations apply Microsoft AI, Dynamics 365 Business Central, and the Power Platform to real-world business scenarios. He also authors the weekly Enterprise AI Digest newsle... Show more

Simone Mink

Simone Mink

My journey from leisure management to tech leadership at Mendix (a Siemens business) shows that success isn’t a straight line. I built my career by saying "yes" to the unknown and learning that growth requires the visibility and agency to advocate for your own seat at the table.

I help audiences embrace an Unlimited Growth Mindset; the courage to tackle the unfamiliar and the power of asking for more. I have a track record of identifying gaps and successfully pitching new roles to fill them. Now, I bridge strategy and culture to build resilient teams where unique perspectives are a competitive advantage.

My journey from leisure management to tech leadership at Mendix (a Siemens business) shows that success isn’t a straight line. I built my career by saying "yes" to the unknown and learning that growth requires the visibility and agency to advocate fo... Show more

Katarzyna Pikus

Katarzyna Pikus

Katarzyna Pikus is a Data Sharing Leader specializing in Business Intelligence at Inter IKEA Group, where she combines technical depth with a passion for transforming how organizations work with data.

She focuses on continuous improvement of BI development practices, applying Agile and Lean principles to streamline workflows and elevate solution quality. Recently, she has become particularly engaged in exploring how emerging AI capabilities can enhance Power BI development—bridging the gap between AI innovation and practical BI delivery. Her work centers on using AI to accelerate development, improve DAX quality, automate documentation, and make advanced analytics more accessible across teams.

As an active contributor to Inter IKEA’s global Power BI community, she regularly engages over 100 colleagues every six weeks, fostering knowledge‑sharing and inspiring others to experiment, learn, and grow. Her commitment lies in making complex data approachable, empowering people to use modern BI and AI tools with confidence, and shaping a future where analytics is both scalable and truly user‑friendly.

Katarzyna Pikus is a Data Sharing Leader specializing in Business Intelligence at Inter IKEA Group, where she combines technical depth with a passion for transforming how organizations work with data. She focuses on continuous improvement of BI de... Show more

Cla-petra Omaku

Cla-petra Omaku

Cla-Petra is a Senior Business Analyst and Agile Champion at Danske Bank who is passionate about driving efficiency and productivity through process automation.
With a background in construction, Cla-Petra pivoted to the tech industry five years ago. She expertly applies project management principles and data analysis to identify and implement automation opportunities. At Western Union, Cla-Petra utilized Power Platform low-code tools to develop automation solutions, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of FinCrime processes.
As a data expert, Cla-Petra has worked with NGOs, banks, marketing research companies, fintech, and the education sector. She holds a master’s degree in Project Management, a micro master's in data science, certification as a Senior Big Data Analyst (SBDA), and Alteryx automation tool certifications.
Outside of her professional work, Cla-Petra mentors data enthusiasts, providing guidance on code reviews, solving coding challenges, and improving dashboard reporting.
When she is not diagnosing automation possibilities in a process, Cla-Petra enjoys drawing, traveling, and playing Scrabble with friends.

Cla-Petra is a Senior Business Analyst and Agile Champion at Danske Bank who is passionate about driving efficiency and productivity through process automation. With a background in construction, Cla-Petra pivoted to the tech industry five years ago... Show more

Kalee Wood

Kalee Wood

Regenerative Agriculture Enthusiast
Lifelong Student Athlete

Regenerative Agriculture Enthusiast Lifelong Student Athlete Show more

Tao Chun Liu

Tao Chun Liu

Tao Chun Liu is a PMI Global Summit Speaker 2024, PMI AI SME, PMO Impact Summit Speaker, and PMIEF Superstar Volunteer with an impressive track record in AI and Agile. He has conducted over 50 Gen AI workshops, delivered 30 speaking engagements on AI and Agile internationally, and collaborated in research with over five organizations.

With seven years of experience in AI and eight years in Agile, Tao holds PMP, AHPP, and DASSM credentials, establishing himself as a leading authority in project management. He has successfully completed numerous multimillion-dollar projects, and as an Agile coach and Scrum Master, he has led over 2500 sprints, ensuring smooth Agile implementation.

Tao’s deep understanding of AI technologies in project management sets him apart, backed by his extensive experience in AI projects. His involvement in digital transformation projects has further refined his ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes.

Dedicated to shaping the future of project management, Tao equips professionals with the knowledge needed to excel in the evolving AI and project-driven economies. Through his speaking engagements, he shares insights, methodologies, and strategies, helping others embrace opportunities in the Generative Artificial Intelligence and Project Economy era.

Tao Chun Liu is a PMI Global Summit Speaker 2024, PMI AI SME, PMO Impact Summit Speaker, and PMIEF Superstar Volunteer with an impressive track record in AI and Agile. He has conducted over 50 Gen AI workshops, delivered 30 speaking engagements on AI... Show more

Jorge del Casar

Jorge del Casar

I have been leading software development teams for years and working as a technology consultant for large companies. During these years I've been performing Strategy and Innovation functions around software development, being responsible for promoting and helping with:

• Manage a team of diverse and skilled software engineers with varying levels of expertise,
• Conduct check-ins and 1:1 with team members (>50 people),
• Leading Design Systems development using Web Components​ (e.g. BBVA),
• Reduce friction between Design and Development teams (setting up lean kanban workflows),
• Resource efficiency through reuse and automation,
• The continuous improvement of good practices and the efficiency and optimization of the code,
• New solutions and technologies to apply in projects/clients,
• Development of maintainable and reusable software,
• Creation of spaces for all developers to innovate.

Google has recognized my contribution to the technology community by awarding me the Google Developer Expert (#GDE) awards in Web Technologies.

I have been leading software development teams for years and working as a technology consultant for large companies. During these years I've been performing Strategy and Innovation functions around software development, being responsible for promotin... Show more

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