Varshenne Reddi is a Research & Reporting Analyst at East Texas A&M University and an Adjunct Faculty member in the College of Business. Her work focuses on accreditation reporting, institutional research analytics, student success metrics, and evidence-based decision-making that supports educational quality and continuous improvement.

She works closely with university leadership on institutional reporting initiatives, including accreditation-related reporting, rankings, and strategic data analysis. Through her work, she is developing practical frameworks that help higher education institutions use reliable evidence to improve transparency, accountability, and educational outcomes.

Her current research explores evidence-based institutional research and reporting frameworks for advancing educational quality. She is passionate about bridging academic research with practical implementation to help institutions make better decisions through data-informed strategies.

Her speaking interests include institutional research, educational quality, higher education analytics, accreditation, student success, evidence-based decision making, and continuous improvement in higher education.

Varshenne Reddi is a Research & Reporting Analyst at East Texas A&M University and an Adjunct Faculty member in the College of Business. Her work focuses on accreditation reporting, institutional research analytics, student success metrics, and evide... Show more

Ankur Gupta is a Senior Staff Technical Program Manager in AI infrastructure at LinkedIn, where he leads large-scale programs serving over a billion members across capacity planning, GPU efficiency, ML production reliability, and data center build-outs, including a first-of-its-kind hardware forecasting control plane. With 15+ years across AI infrastructure, cloud platforms, and distributed systems at companies including LinkedIn and Walmart, he turns hard technical problems into scalable platforms with measurable business impact. He is an IEEE Senior Member.

Ankur Gupta is a Senior Staff Technical Program Manager in AI infrastructure at LinkedIn, where he leads large-scale programs serving over a billion members across capacity planning, GPU efficiency, ML production reliability, and data center build-ou... Show more

I am a data science professional with over 11 years of experience transforming complex data into actionable insights. My recent work focuses on building and deploying Generative AI solutions to solve real-world business problems, ranging from process automation to intelligent agent systems.

With a background in the AI field, I specialize in machine learning algorithms, deep learning algorithms, natural language processing, large language models (LLMs), and AI product development. I have led multiple AI projects across different industries. I am passionate about sharing practical lessons from hands-on AI implementations and helping teams unlock the value of advanced technologies through clear communication, demos, and use cases. Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring aspiring data professionals and staying current with the latest AI research and tools.

I am a data science professional with over 11 years of experience transforming complex data into actionable insights. My recent work focuses on building and deploying Generative AI solutions to solve real-world business problems, ranging from process... Show more

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence.
he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365 CE, Azure, and Microsoft Fabric solutions for mid-market enterprises in healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and government sectors.
Holding an MSc in Data Science from University of East London (2025) and an MSc in Global Management from Paris ESLSCA Business School (2017), Ahmed represents the convergence of deep technical expertise and strategic business acumen. His dissertation research on coastal flooding risk prediction using machine learning algorithms, Dover UK Case Study, achieved 94% accuracy, demonstrating his capability to build production-grade predictive models that address critical real-world challenges.
With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Ahmed has led large-scale Dynamics 365 implementations across multiple countries.
Ahmed's international experience across multiple EMEA countries provides unique insights into adapting Microsoft technologies for diverse regulatory frameworks, cultural contexts, and market conditions. He is particularly recognized for his ability to translate complex data science concepts into practical business applications that deliver measurable ROI.
As founder of Frabo Business Consulting since 2020, Ahmed has secured strategic partnerships and expanded into new markets, positioning the company as a leader in intelligent automation and predictive analytics consulting. This is his inaugural speaking engagement in the UK Power Platform community.

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence. he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platfo... Show more

Nimrod is a Founding Engineer at Baz, building AI-powered code review agents. A “jack of all trades” across backend, data engineering, and data science, he has worked at the intersection of software and data throughout his career. He began as a data analyst in the military, helped lay the foundations of Salesforce’s Einstein platform, and later became the first data scientist at cybersecurity startup BlueVoyant. He went on to lead data and architecture at Solidus Labs in the crypto-regulation space before joining Baz. Nimrod thrives on building systems from scratch and turning ideas into scalable products.

Nimrod is a Founding Engineer at Baz, building AI-powered code review agents. A “jack of all trades” across backend, data engineering, and data science, he has worked at the intersection of software and data throughout his career. He began as a data ... Show more

Piyush Verma is a SaaS entrepreneur. Over the last decade, he has focused on and built software observability and big data SaaS companies.
Previously, he built a time series data warehouse capable of handling billions of cardinalities. In his past roles, he has worked as an SRE and CTO for consumer-facing software companies.

Piyush Verma is a SaaS entrepreneur. Over the last decade, he has focused on and built software observability and big data SaaS companies. Previously, he built a time series data warehouse capable of handling billions of cardinalities. In his past r... Show more

Lekan Lawal is the Founder & CEO of Mazesoftwares, a digital agency delivering high-impact software solutions and the Assistant Vice President, Solutions at Bitoshi.africa where he engineered the platform’s core mobile, backend and crypto infrastructure. With up to a decade of experience from early web development days to building scalable fintech and crypto platforms. Lekan has helped startups across Africa and beyond launch products that scale. Passionate about clean architecture, developer growth and real-world problem-solving, he brings deep technical insight and practical strategies for building software that thrives in emerging markets.

Lekan Lawal is the Founder & CEO of Mazesoftwares, a digital agency delivering high-impact software solutions and the Assistant Vice President, Solutions at Bitoshi.africa where he engineered the platform’s core mobile, backend and crypto infrastruct... Show more

Amina Emenena is a D.Sc. candidate in Cybersecurity at George Washington University's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, where her research on build environment risk governance was awarded Best Paper of Track at the ASBBS 33rd Annual Conference. She is the founder of Build Flow Labs, creator of the Build Chain of Custody (BCoC) evidence standard, and author of the forthcoming book "Pipeline Trust: Automating Trust and Engineering Compliance in the Modern Software Supply Chain." She holds over 15 years of technical and engineering leadership experience including leading remediation for a major platform breach, unmanned aircraft software development, and an Intelligence Community engineering background.

Amina Emenena is a D.Sc. candidate in Cybersecurity at George Washington University's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, where her research on build environment risk governance was awarded Best Paper of Track at the ASBBS 33rd Annual Confere... Show more

Meet Advait: A Pune-based IT Professional with a Decade of Diverse Expertise
Advait, an accomplished IT professional hailing from Pune, boasts an extensive career spanning over 16+ years, encompassing various domains such as Analysis, Designing, Development, Quality, and Delivery within the IT industry. Throughout his journey, he has contributed his skills and knowledge to renowned IT giants, catering to a global clientele.
Over the past five years, Advait has immersed himself in the realm of emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Mixed Reality, Blockchain, and Data Science, among others. His valuable insights and expertise have been sought after by international publications, where his blogs and articles have been published.
Adding to his repertoire, Advait is a seasoned speaker, having graced numerous events with captivating speeches and talks. He also imparts training on a wide array of technology-related topics, including Software Development Processes, Programming Languages, Software Quality, Emerging Technologies, Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Content Management, Domain Knowledge, and much more.

Meet Advait: A Pune-based IT Professional with a Decade of Diverse Expertise Advait, an accomplished IT professional hailing from Pune, boasts an extensive career spanning over 16+ years, encompassing various domains such as Analysis, Designing, Dev... Show more

Dr. Amy Gutman, MD, FACEP, is a board-certified emergency physician, global keynote speaker, best-selling author, and executive performance coach helping leaders optimize the biology behind high performance. Founder of ToughLoveMD and author of the best-seller "Powerhouse Living: Lead Your Life Like a Resuscitation", Dr. Gutman teaches organizations how sleep, stress, metabolism, recovery, and cognitive load drive decision quality, resilience, retention, and results. A keynote favorite across healthcare, technology, cybersecurity, business, and leadership events, she consistently earns outstanding feedback from attendees and organizers for her high-energy, science-backed, conference-favorite sessions that leave audiences thinking differently — with immediately actionable personal and professional impacts. Her mission is simple: most leadership development treats performance as a mindset problem. She treats it as a biological operating system. Using her Cellular Leadership and Powerhouse Physiology frameworks, Dr. Gutman turns emergency medicine, executive leadership, and human performance science into practical strategies for clearer decisions, faster recovery, stronger teams, and sustained high performance.

Dr. Amy Gutman, MD, FACEP, is a board-certified emergency physician, global keynote speaker, best-selling author, and executive performance coach helping leaders optimize the biology behind high performance. Founder of ToughLoveMD and author of the b... Show more

I’m an IT Consultant with expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, OpenText, and Kore.ai solutions. I design and implement intelligent, secure, and automated workflows that enhance business performance and customer engagement.

My experience spans CRM consulting, SOC process automation, and AI-driven integrations using platforms like Jira Cloud. Passionate about helping organizations modernize operations through digital transformation, automation, and enterprise security.

I’m an IT Consultant with expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, OpenText, and Kore.ai solutions. I design and implement intelligent, secure, and automated workflows that enhance business performance and customer engagement. My experience spans CRM ... Show more

Jason is a engineering leader with extensive experience implementing Kubernetes and Cloud Native technology in highly regulated environments. As the Community of Practice lead for Kubernetes at Capital One, he exudes a deep passion for open source and community governance models exemplified by CNCF hosted projects.

Jason is a engineering leader with extensive experience implementing Kubernetes and Cloud Native technology in highly regulated environments. As the Community of Practice lead for Kubernetes at Capital One, he exudes a deep passion for open source an... Show more

Apple Fanboi, Grateful Deadhead, Doctor Whovian, Bimmer Enthusiast, EOS Digitarian.

Apple Fanboi, Grateful Deadhead, Doctor Whovian, Bimmer Enthusiast, EOS Digitarian. Show more

Alexander Arians is Chapter Lead at AXA and is responsible for several teams in the health insurance sector. With over fifteen years of experience in software development and leadership, he combines technical expertise with strategic thinking and a strong focus on the development of people and teams.

Alexander Arians is Chapter Lead at AXA and is responsible for several teams in the health insurance sector. With over fifteen years of experience in software development and leadership, he combines technical expertise with strategic thinking and a s... Show more

Cristher Castro is an entrepreneurial luminary and CNCF Ambassador, recognized for her pivotal role in advancing cloud-native technologies in Latin America. As Co-founder and COO of Cuemby, she has demonstrated exceptional skill in both business leadership and community building. Her dedication to fostering educational opportunities and narrowing equality gaps is evidenced through her impactful initiatives. Cristher's leadership in organizing the first in-person Kubernetes community event in Latin America is a testament to her commitment to technological advancement and collaboration in the region.

Cristher Castro is an entrepreneurial luminary and CNCF Ambassador, recognized for her pivotal role in advancing cloud-native technologies in Latin America. As Co-founder and COO of Cuemby, she has demonstrated exceptional skill in both business lead... 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

Morris Vanegas is a Principal Consultant in the Innovation Group at LiminalArc, an AI transformation consultancy that partners with organizations ranging from mid-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies worldwide. He helps teams turn ambitious ideas into capabilities that organizations can absorb, operate, and sustain, providing structured systems people can begin using immediately while preserving the freedom to contribute their own expertise and judgment. Applied to AI, this means treating prompting, context management, and agentic workflows as engineering disciplines rather than individual craftsmanship. Morris has applied this approach in unfamiliar domains throughout his career, including spacesuit design, the development of a patented brain imaging technology, and the makerspaces he founded. Today, he is focused on helping organizations navigate AI transformation. He holds a PhD in Bioengineering and writes about innovation systems, organizational learning, and how high-performing teams are built in practice.

Morris Vanegas is a Principal Consultant in the Innovation Group at LiminalArc, an AI transformation consultancy that partners with organizations ranging from mid-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies worldwide. He helps teams turn ambitious idea... Show more

Rafael Gilardino is an accomplished technology executive and leader with two decades of experience in the Telecom, Logistics and Technology sectors, specialising in Digital Transformation, Innovation, IT and Business Architecture.
He currently serves as Head of Architecture for LATAM at Michelin the enterprise to the digital age.

Rafael Gilardino is an accomplished technology executive and leader with two decades of experience in the Telecom, Logistics and Technology sectors, specialising in Digital Transformation, Innovation, IT and Business Architecture. He currently serve... Show more

Bridging Design-first AI thinking with open-source innovation!

Bridging Design-first AI thinking with open-source innovation! Show more

Tracy Nolan is a Fortune 100 executive and keynote speaker with 30+ years leading organizations through transformation. From first female Regional President at Verizon to SVP roles at Sprint, T-Mobile, and now Humana, she has guided teams of 24,000+ through crises including 9/11, COVID-19, and the largest telecom merger in U.S. history. A two-time Silver Stevie Award winner (Female Executive of the Year) and Harvard Business School Women on Boards graduate, Tracy is a passionate advocate for women in leadership.

Tracy Nolan is a Fortune 100 executive and keynote speaker with 30+ years leading organizations through transformation. From first female Regional President at Verizon to SVP roles at Sprint, T-Mobile, and now Humana, she has guided teams of 24,000+ ... Show more

Stein Inge Morisbak is the CTO of Tet Digital, spearheading the technological modernization of Norway's public transport sector. A developer and architect by trade, he brings two decades of hands-on engineering experience, combined with ten years in key C-level roles across the industry.

As an early pioneer of Agile, DevOps, and the cloud journey, Stein Inge has been a leading voice in the Norwegian tech scene for 20 years. His path from the code face to the boardroom gives him a unique lens on what makes tech initiatives actually work—and why combining deep technical expertise with strategic leadership is crucial as AI disrupts how we build software and organizations.

Stein Inge Morisbak is the CTO of Tet Digital, spearheading the technological modernization of Norway's public transport sector. A developer and architect by trade, he brings two decades of hands-on engineering experience, combined with ten years in ... Show more

Birol Yildiz is the Co-founder and CEO of ilert, adeptly steering the company with a rare combination of technical and product expertise. His prior experience includes a significant role as Chief Product Owner for Big Data products at REWE Digital. With a strong foundation in Computer Science, Birol bridges the gap between developer and product strategist, constantly striving for innovation and customer-centric solutions at ilert.

Birol Yildiz is the Co-founder and CEO of ilert, adeptly steering the company with a rare combination of technical and product expertise. His prior experience includes a significant role as Chief Product Owner for Big Data products at REWE Digital. W... Show more

Henrik Jaeger is a Senior FastTrack Solution Architect at Microsoft, specializing in Dynamics 365 Finance and Project Operations, with deep experience supporting large, global enterprise implementations. As part of Microsoft FastTrack, he advises customers on solution architecture, integrations, governance, and rollout strategies, bringing practical, real‑world insights from complex programs.

Henrik Jaeger is a Senior FastTrack Solution Architect at Microsoft, specializing in Dynamics 365 Finance and Project Operations, with deep experience supporting large, global enterprise implementations. As part of Microsoft FastTrack, he advises cus... Show more

Nyaradzo (Naya) Bere is a software engineer, speaker, and content creator, best known as the creator behind @theblackfemaleengineer- a vibrant platform that empowers over 200,000+ current and aspiring tech professionals across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Naya earned her degree in Finance and Accounting but launched her tech career after learning to code in just 6 months. She went on to work as a Software Engineer at a Fortune 50 company. Her journey into tech was far from linear, and that’s exactly why her content resonates so widely. By sharing both the highlights and hurdles of her experience, Naya has built a brand grounded in transparency, encouragement, and empowerment.

At the heart of her work are values of accessibility, representation, and cultural fluency. Naya doesn’t just teach tech — she redefines what it looks like to belong in the industry.

Nyaradzo (Naya) Bere is a software engineer, speaker, and content creator, best known as the creator behind @theblackfemaleengineer- a vibrant platform that empowers over 200,000+ current and aspiring tech professionals across TikTok, Instagram, YouT... Show more

Mike Matamoros is Learning Director at Advance Learning, a Microsoft Power Platform Solution Architect, and a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2007. He has extensive experience designing and delivering training programs, workshops, and specialized learning experiences in Microsoft technologies for companies, institutions, and technical communities across Latin America.

His work focuses on business productivity, data analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, and low-code solution development with Power Platform. He has supported organizations in the practical adoption of tools such as Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, Power BI, Copilot Studio, and AI services applied to real business processes.

He leads La Tribu Power Platform community and is also member of the Microsoft Speakers Hub en Español community. In 2025, he received The Enrique Lima Award – LATAM, a recognition granted within the Microsoft Certified Trainers community. His approach combines technical expertise, pedagogical vision, and the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, practical, and accessible solutions for diverse professional audiences.

Mike Matamoros is Learning Director at Advance Learning, a Microsoft Power Platform Solution Architect, and a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2007. He has extensive experience designing and delivering training programs, workshops, and specialized l... Show more

Mustafa Shaik is an AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation leader with more than 20 years of experience building secure, scalable platforms across healthcare, hospitality, financial services, and digital commerce. He currently leads engineering and architecture for patient-facing platforms and AI-enabled systems at Mayo Clinic.

His work focuses on agentic AI, AI evaluation and observability, healthcare interoperability, cloud-native architecture, and securing AI systems from development through production. Mustafa is passionate about helping organizations move AI beyond prototypes by combining strong engineering, measurable evaluation, human oversight, and practical governance. He holds an M.S. in Cybersecurity from Georgia Tech and regularly contributes to AI, cybersecurity, and developer communities.

Mustafa Shaik is an AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation leader with more than 20 years of experience building secure, scalable platforms across healthcare, hospitality, financial services, and digital commerce. He currently leads engineerin... Show more

Alex Varro is the Founder of the successful UX design agency 8reasons Digital from Germany and Co-Founder of Pistacio, a Founders OS for growing companies.

For more than a decade, he has been helping organizations build digital products that create business value instead of just shipping features. His work sits at the intersection of UX, product strategy and artificial intelligence, always with one goal: turning complexity into products people actually want to use.

When he's not working, you'll probably find him on a football pitch, in the gym, exploring another country or diving into everything related to mindset and personal growth.

Alex Varro is the Founder of the successful UX design agency 8reasons Digital from Germany and Co-Founder of Pistacio, a Founders OS for growing companies. For more than a decade, he has been helping organizations build digital products that creat... Show more

Renato é formado em administração pela FGV-EAESP com foco em estratégia corporativa e possui MBA pela POLI-USP em Data Science. Chu é co-fundador da MindMiners, onde atuou por 11 anos como CEO, empresa que se tornou líder no Brasil em software para pesquisa de marketing digital. Agora, fundou a Samskit - um SaaS AI-Native para vendas B2B. Iniciou sua carreira no mercado financeiro, em M&A no banco de investimento UBS.

Renato é formado em administração pela FGV-EAESP com foco em estratégia corporativa e possui MBA pela POLI-USP em Data Science. Chu é co-fundador da MindMiners, onde atuou por 11 anos como CEO, empresa que se tornou líder no Brasil em software para p... Show more

David Walter is Vice President, Open Source Program Office at Kiteworks, where he stewards the open source projects and drives digital sovereignty strategy globally. He's been part of the ownCloud ecosystem since 2014, holding roles from community contributor to Chief eXperience Officer before taking on large-scale government deployments and open source governance. At heart, he's still a script kid who happens to translate between business, community, and engineering. He holds an B.A and an LL.M., is based in Berlin, and volunteers with Germany's Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW).

David Walter is Vice President, Open Source Program Office at Kiteworks, where he stewards the open source projects and drives digital sovereignty strategy globally. He's been part of the ownCloud ecosystem since 2014, holding roles from community co... Show more

Sheila Dantas Santos is the CEO and Founder of AI Mastermind, a company dedicated to helping organizations leverage Artificial Intelligence to drive innovation, productivity, and business growth.

With more than 30 years of international business development experience across Brazil, Europe, and Canada, Sheila has built a unique career at the intersection of technology, business, and global markets. Her international experience includes working with the European Commission’s AL-INVEST Program, serving as Executive Director of the Belgian-Luxembourg-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce in Brussels, and spending 12 years with the Government of Canada, supporting companies in the Information Technology and Telecommunications sectors.

It was during her work with the Canadian technology ecosystem that she became deeply involved in Artificial Intelligence, collaborating with Canadian and Brazilian AI companies and closely following the evolution of AI and its impact on organizations.

A polyglot speaker fluent in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French, Sheila is recognized for her ability to make AI accessible, practical, and valuable for business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs without technical backgrounds.

She holds a Master's degree in International Studies from the University of London, a postgraduate degree in International Trade and International Economics from the University of Barcelona, and an MBA in Artificial Intelligence for Business from EXAME/Saint Paul.

Today, she helps organizations and professionals develop the knowledge and skills required to thrive in the AI era, with a special focus on AI Literacy, responsible AI adoption, and business transformation.

Sheila Dantas Santos is the CEO and Founder of AI Mastermind, a company dedicated to helping organizations leverage Artificial Intelligence to drive innovation, productivity, and business growth. With more than 30 years of international business d... Show more