My early career saw me working as a software engineer and technical leader across multiple startups. But it was my passion for education that led me to devote the last 5+ years to reimagining how we teach people to code professionally.

Over the last half decade I have had the opportunity to work in the NGO space and build alternative education systems from the ground up. Along the way I have learned a lot about how to teach well, how to build systems that teach well, and how traditional education systems fall short.

Now, my primary aim is to spread skills to educators. To empower those who empower others.

I lead the Guild of Educators, a community I founded to empower tech educators through shared resources, support, and evidence-based teaching practices. Additionally, I run Prelude, where I provide rigorous technical training, as well as consultation, and coaching for technical educators, and organisations with education functions (for example grad programs and similar).

My early career saw me working as a software engineer and technical leader across multiple startups. But it was my passion for education that led me to devote the last 5+ years to reimagining how we teach people to code professionally. Over the l... Show more

Helping businesses of all shapes and sizes find and reach their vital audience. Brian is the founder and CEO of Black Raven, a full service marketing agency with a focus on helping firms working in private capital. Balancing the power of storytelling with the necessity of solid marketing operations, Brian brings his background in creative craftsmanship to the art of business.

Helping businesses of all shapes and sizes find and reach their vital audience. Brian is the founder and CEO of Black Raven, a full service marketing agency with a focus on helping firms working in private capital. Balancing the power of storytelling... Show more

Tom is an engineer, writer and experienced people leader. His technical background and interests are extensive including security, software development, DevOps and engineering culture. In 2008 he famously declared management was not for him. Naturally, 6 years later he is responsible for 50 people across a number of teams - although he does try to write code when he can.

Tom is an engineer, writer and experienced people leader. His technical background and interests are extensive including security, software development, DevOps and engineering culture. In 2008 he famously declared management was not for him. Naturall... Show more

Justin Reock is the Deputy CTO of DX (getdx.com), and is an engineer, speaker, writer, and software practice evangelist with over 20 years of experience working in various software roles. He is an outspoken thought leader, delivering enterprise solutions, numerous keynotes, technical leadership, various publications and community education on developer experience and productivity.

Justin Reock is the Deputy CTO of DX (getdx.com), and is an engineer, speaker, writer, and software practice evangelist with over 20 years of experience working in various software roles. He is an outspoken thought leader, delivering enterprise solut... Show more

Yael is a distinguished AI leader with a specialization in cybersecurity, shaped by her 8-year tenure in the Israeli defense forces. Her foundational experience equipped her with invaluable skills that led to her spearheading various R&D AI initiatives. Her leadership left a significant mark in both the defense forces and the private sector, notably contributing to the growth and success of a company that was later acquired for $600 million.
An accomplished strategist, Yael brings a unique blend of hands-on experience, strategic insight, and a proven track record of steering organizations towards data-driven excellence. With a wealth of experience spanning various industries, Yael serves as a trusted advisor and leader, guiding businesses across sectors to establish and manage highly successful AI ventures.

Yael is a distinguished AI leader with a specialization in cybersecurity, shaped by her 8-year tenure in the Israeli defense forces. Her foundational experience equipped her with invaluable skills that led to her spearheading various R&D AI initiativ... Show more

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped his combined expertise in technical and business realms.

Over the past 20 years, Fernandez has overseen more than 250 projects across four continents and 25 countries, delivering technical solutions in content, commerce, mobile, and martech for some of the world’s most renowned companies. From writing code as a developer and designing systems as an architect to training teams, serving as a CTO, advising global enterprises, defining product roadmaps, and developing marketing strategies, he has taken on nearly every role in technology and digital innovation.

Fernandez has led multicultural teams of managers, content experts, engineers, strategists, and architects (he is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English). His professional mission is to constantly close the gap between business vision and technical execution. His work in media, retail, banking, hospitality, telecoms, and technology has given him a comprehensive view of the possibilities and challenges businesses face in the digital age.

Currently serving as Executive Director of Technology in VML, Fernandez is focused on the future of content, marketing, and automation platforms, investigating how companies can produce, distribute, and profit from emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, composable architectures, and data-driven personalization.

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped ... Show more

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je valorise les forces humaines pour transformer les défis en leviers d’innovation. Expert certifié en coaching d’entreprise (ICP-ENT), facilitation (ICP-ATF) et Approche Appréciative (IFAI), j'accompagne les organisations vers des dynamiques agiles, collaboratives et résilientes.

Grâce à une approche centrée sur l’humain et l’intelligence collective, je conçois des solutions sur mesure qui libèrent le potentiel des organisations, des équipes et favorisent un impact durable. Visionnaire et inspirant, j'aide les entreprises à bâtir un avenir aligné sur leurs histoires, leurs valeurs et leurs ambitions.

Je suis certifié Facilitateur, Coach d'Organisation et d'Entreprise par ICAgile et Praticien en Appreciative Inquiry par l'IFAI, berceau de la démarche AI en France.

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je valorise les forces humaines pour transformer les défis en leviers d’innovation. Expert certifié en coaching d’entreprise (ICP-ENT), facilitation (ICP-ATF) et Approche Appréciative (IFAI), j'accompagne les organisations vers... Show more

"Accidental Data Professional" started in finance and found a passion for analytics that, through a series of fortunate accidents, transformed me from Finance Director to Chief Data Officer. Now at Data Crafters, my team and I are bringing the power of Microsoft Fabric and Power BI into our customers' hands—creating visibility, enabling better decision-making, and freeing people from manual data drudgery. Together, we're transforming how organizations leverage data to achieve sustainable growth and success.

"Accidental Data Professional" started in finance and found a passion for analytics that, through a series of fortunate accidents, transformed me from Finance Director to Chief Data Officer. Now at Data Crafters, my team and I are bringing the power ... Show more

Laura Berman Fortgang, MCC, is a globally recognized pioneer in coaching and leadership development with over 30 years of experience. A founding member of the International Coach Federation, Laura has helped entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations, including NASA, the World Bank, and Fortune 500 companies, unlock purpose-driven growth. She is a best-selling author, TEDx speaker (2.1M+ views), and sought-after expert featured on Oprah, Good Morning America, and other top media outlets.

Laura Berman Fortgang, MCC, is a globally recognized pioneer in coaching and leadership development with over 30 years of experience. A founding member of the International Coach Federation, Laura has helped entrepreneurs, executives, and organizatio... Show more

I am an SEO specialist who has the potential to educate you about SEO.

I have expertise in Technical SEO| On-page & Off-page SEO | Google My Business | SEO Consultant | Copywriter

I am an SEO specialist who has the potential to educate you about SEO. I have expertise in Technical SEO| On-page & Off-page SEO | Google My Business | SEO Consultant | Copywriter Show more

Aldrich Obach is a GTM Enablement Manager at Deel, leading onboarding and enablement across APAC and EMEA. He is an ICF-accredited coach and Master of Decision Analytics candidate at UNSW Canberra, one of the world’s top 20 universities for AI research. With experience from Google, HubSpot, and Deel, Aldrich helps organizations combine decision science, AI, and leadership to build systems that think and people who decide with clarity.

Aldrich Obach is a GTM Enablement Manager at Deel, leading onboarding and enablement across APAC and EMEA. He is an ICF-accredited coach and Master of Decision Analytics candidate at UNSW Canberra, one of the world’s top 20 universities for AI resear... Show more

Malcolm McAuley has been involved in the Dynamics 365 CE/CRM space for 15 years. Prior to that, Malcolm spent 18 years in the not-for-profit sector. He's fulfilled various roles both as a customer and a consultant and has worked with many organizations to identify opportunities where Dynamics 365 CE/CRM, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform tools can increase organizational efficiency and maximize data insight so companies are making decisions on what is actually happen instead of what they think is happening in their business. In his role as Practice Lead at C5 Insight, Malcolm guides and supports the Dynamics and Microsoft 365 teams in their pursuit of delivering excellence to our clients. He also holds a strong interest in empowering others to building authentic connections through networking, and has recently released a self-constructed keynote address on the topic. Malcolm, his wife of 20 years, and two teenage boys reside near Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.

Malcolm McAuley has been involved in the Dynamics 365 CE/CRM space for 15 years. Prior to that, Malcolm spent 18 years in the not-for-profit sector. He's fulfilled various roles both as a customer and a consultant and has worked with many organizatio... Show more

Soy formadora y consultora de Power BI, herramienta que me permite fusionar mis habilidades de negocio con mis conocimientos técnicos en análisis de datos.

Graduada en ADE, trabajé como analista de datos y procesos en diversas organizaciones, hasta que, decidida a mejorar mis habilidades en el análisis de datos, en 2017 realicé un Master en Business Intelligence e Innovación tecnológica en la EAE Business School (Barcelona, España) y me especialicé en la herramienta de Microsoft llamada Power BI.
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Soy formadora y consultora de Power BI, herramienta que me permite fusionar mis habilidades de negocio con mis conocimientos técnicos en análisis de datos. Graduada en ADE, trabajé como analista de datos y procesos en diversas organizaciones, hast... Show more

Alexandra Popa is the Founder of Clarity Layer, a boutique data strategy firm specializing in ethical AI, data governance, and organizational intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in analytics and data leadership, she helps companies—from fast-moving startups to established players—turn chaos into clarity.

Her speaking style blends thought-provoking insight with dry wit and practical advice. A passionate advocate for neuroinclusive leadership and ethical tech, Alexandra is known for making complex concepts accessible without watering them down.

She regularly speaks at conferences, mentors with Women in Tech, and consults for impact-driven organizations seeking smarter, more sustainable data practices.

Alexandra Popa is the Founder of Clarity Layer, a boutique data strategy firm specializing in ethical AI, data governance, and organizational intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in analytics and data leadership, she helps companies—from fa... Show more

Senior engineering leader driving end-to-end technology strategy — from developer experience and platform architecture to business-aligned delivery models.

I build engineering systems that scale with clarity: resilient platforms, fast-moving teams, and product-aligned roadmaps that turn tech investment into business leverage.

With a background leading engineering in fast-growth SaaS, I’ve driven measurable gains in system scalability, developer experience, and delivery speed — connecting engineering practices to business performance.

Currently leading engineering at ClickSend (Sinch) and building OpenDx.io — focused on removing friction, scaling platform capabilities, and aligning engineering delivery with business outcomes.

I write at https://chaosandcraft.substack.com on engineering leadership, art of engineering, and the business of technology.Senior engineering leader driving end-to-end technology strategy — from developer experience and platform architecture to business-aligned delivery models. I build engineering systems that scale with clarity: resilient platforms, fast-moving teams, and product-aligned roadmaps that turn tech investment into business leverage. With a background leading engineering in fast-growth SaaS, I’ve driven measurable gains in system scalability, developer experience, and delivery speed — connecting engineering practices to business performance. Currently leading engineering at ClickSend (Sinch) and building OpenDx.io — focused on removing friction, scaling platform capabilities, and aligning engineering delivery with business outcomes. I write at https://chaosandcraft.substack.com on engineering leadership, art of engineering, and the business of technology.

Senior engineering leader driving end-to-end technology strategy — from developer experience and platform architecture to business-aligned delivery models. I build engineering systems that scale with clarity: resilient platforms, fast-moving teams... Show more

With close to three decades of experience in the software industry, I've dedicated my career to transforming how large companies approach software development. On my journey I’ve worked with tech giants like Microsoft, Mercedes, Roche, and Philips, where I've deployed my expertise in software excellence and DevOps.

My passion is empowering C-level executives and engineering leaders to drive meaningful change within their organizations by helping identify bottlenecks and gain transformative visibility into their software development lifecycle. It’s always what you can’t see that holds you back, and that’s exactly where traditional Agile methodologies fail short.

This widespread lack of visibility into the bottlenecks in the development process affects countless enterprises, which is why I developed the BetterSoftware Excellence Framework—to drive revolutionary efficiency in software development. Its unparalleled, unified ranking system allows organizations to dramatically optimize software improvement and drive long-term growth.

A testament to the BetterSoftware Excellence framework is when I built the first ever Software Center of Excellence for Royal Philips. The framework not only helped the organization map its current standing but also guided a three-year plan for continual improvement, setting professional improvement goals for every employee. It became the long-term method of software management at the company.

After I got Philips on track, I went on to become the Head of Software Transformation at Aptiv. By employing the framework throughout the company, I set standards and plans that guided more than 3,000 software engineers, helping position Aptiv as a leader in the automotive software industry.

My professional ethos is simple: software excellence is not just about better code—it must start with a complete understanding of the software development lifecycle from end-to-end. Once you can measure the effectiveness of every step in your development process throughout every department in your organization, you will know how to take action. The insights that come from totalized end-to-end measurement pinpoints where to invest and where to optimize. This clarity allows for better tools, better processes, better teams, and ultimately better businesses.

Learn more about what BetterSoftware can do for your company with our short video: https://bit.ly/3Dz51MC.

Let’s connect! I look forward to exploring how we can get your software development process on track for long-term success.

With close to three decades of experience in the software industry, I've dedicated my career to transforming how large companies approach software development. On my journey I’ve worked with tech giants like Microsoft, Mercedes, Roche, and Philips, w... Show more

Hayat Outahar is a digital innovation strategist and international speaker specializing in Web3, artificial intelligence, and digital sovereignty. She is the founder of Tech Flooz, a consultancy that helps institutions and businesses navigate the ethical and strategic challenges of emerging technologies.

With nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of technology, governance, and society, Hayat has delivered keynotes and workshops for corporate seminars and major tech events across Europe and Africa, including ETHCC, BercyInnov, Web3TalentFair, and Future of Work Africa. Her talks explore cutting-edge innovation such as AI, but above all how blockchain and smart contracts could reshape governance and diplomacy in cyberspace.

Her work bridges innovation and ethics, tackling themes such as decentralized finance, citizen empowerment, cyberdiplomacy, and the future of global governance. Passionate about education and inclusion, she also designs training programs for public sector agents, executives, and researchers to make transformative technologies both accessible and actionable.

Hayat’s mission is to foster a more ethical, resilient, and human-centered digital future, where technology serves collective intelligence rather than power concentration.

Hayat Outahar is a digital innovation strategist and international speaker specializing in Web3, artificial intelligence, and digital sovereignty. She is the founder of Tech Flooz, a consultancy that helps institutions and businesses navigate the eth... Show more

Gian Wild is the CEO of AccessibilityOz, with offices in the United States, Europe and Australia. She has worked in accessibility industry since 1998, when she worked on the very first Australian accessible web site. Her major achievements include: six years’ active membership in the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Working Group contributing to WCAG2; her speech on the importance of web accessibility at the United Nations Conference of State Parties in 2015; and the release of the ICT Mobile Site Accessibility Testing Guidelines as the Mobile Sub-Committee Chair of the ICT Accessibility Testing Symposium. In 2019 Gian won the inaugural Accessibility Person of the Year. Gian speaks at conferences in Australia, US, Canada, South America and Europe.

Gian Wild is the CEO of AccessibilityOz, with offices in the United States, Europe and Australia. She has worked in accessibility industry since 1998, when she worked on the very first Australian accessible web site. Her major achievements include: s... Show more

Over 25 years of Software development experience in Business applications, PaaS and bespoke solutions. Dave has a long history in many different industries- computer games, personal finance, local government, resources, education, insurance, utilities and energy providers. He has enjoyed steady progression up the layers from machine code and Assembly to C and C++, finally to SQL, c#, javascript and PowerFX. He says that you learn by mistakes. Dave prefers to learn from other peoples. Having made enough mistakes of his own to learn a lot..... His epitaph would read "What's the worst that can happen.....oh...yeh... I hadn't thought of that."

Over 25 years of Software development experience in Business applications, PaaS and bespoke solutions. Dave has a long history in many different industries- computer games, personal finance, local government, resources, education, insurance, utili... Show more

Author of "Radical Therapy for Software Teams", CEO of Buildly, and 20+ year career in Software, Open Source and Startups. Founder and CTO of four successful startups in 3 different countries. Worked with NGOs and Government agencies building open source grant management systems.

Author of "Radical Therapy for Software Teams", CEO of Buildly, and 20+ year career in Software, Open Source and Startups. Founder and CTO of four successful startups in 3 different countries. Worked with NGOs and Government agencies building open so... Show more

Sr Cloud Architect | AWS Community Builder | AWS New Voices Speaker

Sr Cloud Architect | AWS Community Builder | AWS New Voices Speaker Show more

As Chief Elevation Officer at Two Mile High Marketing, I help entrepreneurs and businesses transform their vision into impact. With over a decade of experience in publishing and marketing, I specialize in elevating thought leaders, crafting strategies that amplify influence, and driving measurable growth.

My journey began in publishing, where I led strategic initiatives that fueled exponential growth, helping the company:
📍 Earn recognition as Denver Business Journal’s fastest-growing publisher
📍 Appear on the Inc. 5000 list four years in a row
📍 Scale revenue from $3M to $7M

More recently, at Summit Virtual CFO by Anders, I applied these skills to create content marketing strategies that tripled revenue in just five years.

Now, I’m focused on helping businesses and thought leaders rise to new heights through strategic marketing and brand development. Whether it’s refining messaging, launching impactful campaigns, or positioning leaders as authorities in their industries, I partner with clients to unlock their potential and achieve lasting success.

If you’re ready to elevate your brand or business, let’s connect and explore how we can work together to make your vision a reality.

As Chief Elevation Officer at Two Mile High Marketing, I help entrepreneurs and businesses transform their vision into impact. With over a decade of experience in publishing and marketing, I specialize in elevating thought leaders, crafting strategie... Show more

Prototyping AR/VR experiences for the past 3+ years. Published AR/VR articles for tech publications including LogRocket, AR/VR Journey, HackerNoon, and FreeCodeCamp. Skilled in designing proof of concepts, architecting AR/VR solutions, rapid prototyping & developing AR/VR applications.

Recruiting AR/VR Talent for businesses across the world.

Mentoring newcomers in the field.

Tech Skills - Unity3D, AR/VR Development, WebXR, Three.js, 3D Applications, React, UI/UX, Blender, SparkAR, Lens Studio

Other skills - Recruitment, Marketing, Business Strategies, Operations Management, Technical Writing, Video Editing, Mentoring, Speedcubing

Know More - https://rajatkumargupta.com

Prototyping AR/VR experiences for the past 3+ years. Published AR/VR articles for tech publications including LogRocket, AR/VR Journey, HackerNoon, and FreeCodeCamp. Skilled in designing proof of concepts, architecting AR/VR solutions, rapid prototyp... Show more

Tonje Evanger is Chief Design Officer at Variant. She has spent 18 years leading innovation processes in startups and large corporates, always with a focus on connecting strategy, development, culture and people.
Tonje is also Ass. Professor of Strategic Design and Scenario Development at NTNU, Institute of Design, as she loves to learn and to share learning.

Tonje Evanger is Chief Design Officer at Variant. She has spent 18 years leading innovation processes in startups and large corporates, always with a focus on connecting strategy, development, culture and people. Tonje is also Ass. Professor of Stra... Show more

Todd has a passion for promoting a healthy product and engineering culture, collaboratively exploring ways to solve both organizational and engineering needs, as well as holding regular discussions around how to evolve the software engineering craft. Todd believes in a human centered approach to engineering, where the experience of those creating and evolving the product is just as important as those that use the product.

A native to California's bay area, Todd’s journey into programming started over two decades ago and he has been privileged to work with many technologies as well as some leadership roles over the years. With his experience as a Principal of Software Engineering Practices at Pluralsight, Todd supported both individual software engineers and the technical leadership team in helping to continually improve and work together in a way that enables everyone to do their best work.

Todd loves to play the guitar, and is always open to jamming out and often enjoys paired programming with strangers.

Todd has a passion for promoting a healthy product and engineering culture, collaboratively exploring ways to solve both organizational and engineering needs, as well as holding regular discussions around how to evolve the software engineering craft.... Show more

In 2015, I first discovered agility when the internal software development department of my training company began its agile transformation. As a Developer, being an "actively transformed" member at that time was not only exciting but also filled with many new inspirations.

In 2017, I led my first agile transformation, working with a traditionally operating legal department. One of the highlights of this transformation was guiding my colleagues and introducing them to the new agile way of working. The most significant challenge I faced was conveying the values of agility in a classical, hierarchy-orientated department.

Since 2017, I have gained experience as a Product Owner and Scrum Master in various roles, and in 2021, I joined HDI to guide two agile software development teams on their journey to "Living Agile." In early 2023, I also took on the role of "Capability Manager Scrum Master" in the Capability Management of our Agile Family. Since then, my focus has been on making agility an experience in an internationally operating corporation with dispersed teams.

My motto is: Pleasant yet uncomfortable.

In 2015, I first discovered agility when the internal software development department of my training company began its agile transformation. As a Developer, being an "actively transformed" member at that time was not only exciting but also filled wit... Show more

Lazetta Rainey Braxton, MBA, CFP® is a high-impact, solution-oriented founder with a proven track record of building successful entrepreneurial ventures, driving innovation, and navigating the complexity of cultural competency in the financial services industry.

As Founder and Principal of The Real Wealth Coterie, a financial planning and wealth management firm, and Lazetta & Associates, a speaking and business consulting firm, Lazetta equips individuals and leaders to align their finances with their vision and values and achieve sustainable wealth. She is passionate about amplifying culture, talent, life, and money, and extends her expertise through public speaking, writing, consulting, and coaching.

Lazetta was named one of Crain's New York Business Notable Black Leaders and Executives and one of the top 10 of Investopedia’s 100 Top Financial Advisors for three consecutive years. Lazetta's national media presence includes TV appearances on NBC, CNBC, and CheddarNews and mentions in the WSJ, NY Times, LA Times, and Black Enterprise.

Lazetta Rainey Braxton, MBA, CFP® is a high-impact, solution-oriented founder with a proven track record of building successful entrepreneurial ventures, driving innovation, and navigating the complexity of cultural competency in the financial servic... Show more

Amar Deep Singh is a distinguished software architect and author with extensive experience in microservices and cloud computing. He is the author of "Building and Delivering Microservices on AWS," a comprehensive guide that explores software architecture patterns and the deployment of microservices using AWS services.

Amar has more than 17 years of experience working for large firm like GM Financial,US Bank, JPMorgan Chase, Choice Hotel, Dell in different roles.

Amar Deep Singh is a distinguished software architect and author with extensive experience in microservices and cloud computing. He is the author of "Building and Delivering Microservices on AWS," a comprehensive guide that explores software architec... 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

Jan Wysocki is a strategic IT advisor, coach, and educator who bridges the gap between business and technology. As the founder of Bits of IT, he helps non-technical leaders make informed tech decisions and empowers engineers to become better communicators and collaborators.
With over two decades of experience in software development, IT strategy, and leadership, Jan has worked across industries to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights. He’s passionate about fostering digital literacy, building inclusive tech cultures, and making technology accessible — not intimidating.
Jan is also the author of Bits of IT: Your Commonsense Guide to the World of Computers and Software Development, a witty and insightful book that demystifies IT through humor, analogies, and real-world examples.
Whether he’s coaching engineers, advising executives, or speaking at conferences, Jan brings empathy, clarity, and a touch of irreverence to every conversation.

Jan Wysocki is a strategic IT advisor, coach, and educator who bridges the gap between business and technology. As the founder of Bits of IT, he helps non-technical leaders make informed tech decisions and empowers engineers to become better communic... Show more