Sohail Shaikh is a Data Scientist at with 9+ years of overall professional experience across AI, NLP, analytics, marketing, and software development. He holds an MS in Information Systems Management from Carnegie Mellon University, an MBA in Marketing, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering. His work focuses on building practical AI systems for conversational intelligence, including LLM workflows, RAG pipelines, semantic search, topic modeling, and knowledge extraction from large-scale unstructured data. He has also received professional recognition, including a Flipkart Innovation Award awarded to the top 1% of employees.

Sohail Shaikh is a Data Scientist at with 9+ years of overall professional experience across AI, NLP, analytics, marketing, and software development. He holds an MS in Information Systems Management from Carnegie Mellon University, an MBA in Marketin... Show more

A.D. Slaton is the founder of Stillriver Solutions, an AI engineering consultancy helping teams build effective workflows with coding agents. He advises startup founders and enterprise CTOs on AI enablement, teaching the Core 4 Framework—Model, Context, Prompt, and Tools—through hands-on workshops and advisory engagements.

A.D. spent 13+ years building mission-critical streaming platforms at Turner Broadcasting, CNN, and Warner Bros Discovery. His systems served millions during March Madness, NBA playoffs, and breaking news coverage—environments where failure wasn’t an option. That background shaped his engineering philosophy: build foundations that work under pressure, not demos that impress in ideal conditions.

In 2025, A.D. launched Stillriver to focus fully on AI enablement. He works daily in Claude Code, Gemini CLI, and agentic coding environments, maintaining his own AI workstation with local models. The Core 4 Framework emerged from this hands-on practice—a teachable mental model for understanding why AI tools work when they work.

A.D. is a Lehigh University alum, a member of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, and co-founder of the Slaton Cares Foundation, a nonprofit focused on direct assistance to individuals in need. He believes the gap between AI hype and AI usefulness is a training problem, not a technology problem—and that foundational knowledge should be shared openly.

Based in Metro Atlanta, Georgia.

A.D. Slaton is the founder of Stillriver Solutions, an AI engineering consultancy helping teams build effective workflows with coding agents. He advises startup founders and enterprise CTOs on AI enablement, teaching the Core 4 Framework—Model, Conte... Show more

Jeremey Kenney has spent 18 years in IT and 12 of them living and breathing the Apple ecosystem. Starting as a Senior AppleCare Advisor, he eventually found his home in managed services as Technology & Integrations Manager at GlobalMac IT — an Apple-first MSP in Cleveland, Ohio. Jeremey specializes in Apple device management, Jamf Pro, MDM, security stacks, and process automation, and is passionate about helping IT teams work smarter and lead better. A Jamf Certified Admin and Jamf Certified Tech (Jamf Protect), he's also a recurring MacAdmins Conference speaker who loves bringing practical, real-world knowledge to the Mac admin community.

Jeremey Kenney has spent 18 years in IT and 12 of them living and breathing the Apple ecosystem. Starting as a Senior AppleCare Advisor, he eventually found his home in managed services as Technology & Integrations Manager at GlobalMac IT — an Apple-... Show more

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

Matias Julian Christoffersen is a Microsoft Power Platform Architect who specializes in governance for the agentic era: how organizations run Copilot Studio, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and multi-agent systems at scale without losing control of data, cost, or compliance.

As Direction of Automation & Technologies at twoday, he designs the environment strategies, security frameworks, and Centers of Excellence that let citizen developers build quickly while giving enterprises the audit trail and lifecycle control that agents now require. His background spans business strategy, IT governance, and program management, built over years advising Nordic enterprises, most recently as a senior consultant at Devoteam before moving to twoday to lead Power Platform and Copilot Studio governance advisory.

Matias speaks regularly on securing and governing AI agents. Recent sessions include building a trusted foundation for Copilot Studio agents at the Global Power Platform Bootcamp, and designing responsible, decision-making multi-agent solutions at the Fælles AI-Implementering conference. His talks cover environment strategy, Managed Environments, DLP, Entra Agent ID, and what it takes to run a Power Platform Center of Excellence as an organization scales from a handful of pilot agents to a production fleet.

Matias Julian Christoffersen is a Microsoft Power Platform Architect who specializes in governance for the agentic era: how organizations run Copilot Studio, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and multi-agent systems at scale without losing control of data, cost... Show more

Jonas Thimoteo is an Digital Solutions Manager at Votorantim Cimentos, leading the Digital Solutions team across Data & Analytics, Citizen Development (Low Code/No Code), RPA, Cloud Solutions, and emerging technologies. Mission‑driven, he believes in transforming people’s reality through education, technology, and the project economy. Jonas holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, an MBA in Tax Planning, and an executive program in Digital Transformation. He is PMP® and PMI‑CDBA™ certified by the Project Management Institute. Beyond his corporate role, he serves as a Fiscal Councilor at the PMI Paraná Chapter and actively volunteers in Ibero‑American student development initiatives.

Jonas Thimoteo is an Digital Solutions Manager at Votorantim Cimentos, leading the Digital Solutions team across Data & Analytics, Citizen Development (Low Code/No Code), RPA, Cloud Solutions, and emerging technologies. Mission‑driven, he believes in... Show more

Dr. Nea K-Williams is a keynote speaker, innovation management consultant, and founder of inno.c.t. and ENNEA AI.
She works at the intersection of innovation, leadership, change management, AI, and the future of work, with a particular focus on the human conditions that allow people and organizations to stay creative, courageous, and capable of transformation.

With a background in radio and television, communication, and the professional stage, Nea brings a rare combination of academic depth, practical experience, and engaging stage presence. She translates complex research and technological shifts into clear, lively, and entertaining impulses that help organizations understand what innovation really requires beyond buzzwords, tools, and transformation theater.

In her doctoral research, she explored the inner motives that drive people toward innovative work behavior and the organizational climate factors that either enable or block innovation. Today, she connects this research with current questions around AI, change, leadership, and the often overlooked role of women in innovation, past, present, and future.

In her talks, Nea shows how leaders can create environments in which teams think boldly, experiment with new ideas, and remain effective in working worlds shaped by AI and constant change. Her keynotes combine research based insights with real world anecdotes, interactive moments, sharp observations, and humorous video impulses, making complex topics not only understandable, but memorable.

Dr. Nea K-Williams is a keynote speaker, innovation management consultant, and founder of inno.c.t. and ENNEA AI. She works at the intersection of innovation, leadership, change management, AI, and the future of work, with a particular focus on the... Show more

Ben spent a decade leading teams across Europe for a global consultancy and working with brands like Google, Meta and Samsung. From New York to Amsterdam to London, he saw the same pattern: leaders clear about who they wanted to be, who became someone else when the pressure hit.

Today he works daily with senior leaders to close that gap, and brings the same change into the room when he speaks, with clarity, energy and frameworks people can apply the next morning.

Ben spent a decade leading teams across Europe for a global consultancy and working with brands like Google, Meta and Samsung. From New York to Amsterdam to London, he saw the same pattern: leaders clear about who they wanted to be, who became someon... Show more

Paolo Abela is an Italian studio founder, game developer, and consultant specialized in multiplayer games. Since 2013, he has run multiple studios and worked hands-on on multiplayer games at scale such as “Ariokan,” “Overknights,” and “Eggscape”. He also helps Indie and AA teams make and ship multiplayer games and likes to spread knowledge through conference talks and LinkedIn posts for those who come after.

Paolo Abela is an Italian studio founder, game developer, and consultant specialized in multiplayer games. Since 2013, he has run multiple studios and worked hands-on on multiplayer games at scale such as “Ariokan,” “Overknights,” and “Eggscape”. He ... Show more

Brad Bowden has spent more than 15 years working with companies and leadership teams to improve how software is built, tested, and delivered. His career has centered on quality engineering and digital transformation, where strong processes and reliable systems are essential for business success. Throughout his professional journey, he has worked closely with executives to connect technology services with practical business outcomes. Instead of focusing only on short-term sales activity, he emphasizes long-term partnerships and measurable results. He has developed a reputation for consistency, accountability, and a practical approach to solving technology challenges.

Brad currently serves as Senior Director of Business Development at QualiZeal, where he leads business development efforts across the Southeast. In this role, he works with enterprise organizations to strengthen quality engineering practices and align them with operational goals. Through disciplined outreach and consistent execution, he helped the company secure several Fortune 1000 clients and strengthen its presence in the region. His approach to working with clients is direct and practical. He asks leaders about their desired business outcomes, then connects quality engineering strategies to those goals with clear direction. By focusing on better risk identification, stronger release confidence, and shorter feedback cycles, he helps organizations improve the reliability of their software delivery.

Before joining QualiZeal, Bowden served as Senior Director of Business Development at Cigniti Technologies. During that period, the company expanded its global reputation and market reach, eventually becoming one of the leading quality engineering firms worldwide. He led commercial expansion in the United States, with a particular focus on the Southeast, and helped secure several Fortune 500 accounts. His responsibilities included identifying strategic accounts, strengthening executive relationships, and ensuring that delivery capabilities aligned with client expectations.

His role extended beyond closing agreements. Brad stayed involved with clients after contracts were signed to help ensure that commitments made during the sales process translated into long-term partnerships. By maintaining executive-level communication and reinforcing accountability, he supported strong relationships and consistent results.

Earlier in his career, Bowden served as Head of Sales for the United States consulting business at QualityKiosk Technologies. In that position, he focused on expanding market penetration and strengthening enterprise consulting partnerships. Before that, he held leadership roles at two consulting firms that were later acquired after achieving strong growth. These experiences helped him understand how technology services organizations scale and where operational challenges often appear.

Quality engineering has remained a central theme throughout his professional journey. Brad has seen how poorly managed testing practices can delay software releases, frustrate customers, and weaken business performance. At the same time, he has observed how disciplined quality engineering practices protect brand reputation while supporting innovation. As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into modern systems, he recognizes the importance of combining AI-driven testing with strong quality engineering foundations.

Brad Bowden continues to focus on building lasting partnerships, improving software reliability, and contributing to steady progress in the technology industry.

Brad Bowden has spent more than 15 years working with companies and leadership teams to improve how software is built, tested, and delivered. His career has centered on quality engineering and digital transformation, where strong processes and reliab... Show more

I am a Senior AI/ML Engineer focused on Technical Leadership, bridging the gap between theoretical research and scalable, real-world production systems. My career sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering, team management, and strategic innovation.

​Currently, as a Senior Software Engineer & Line Manager at Virtusa, I lead teams in defining the Solution Architecture for complex Machine Learning and Generative AI applications. I specialize in deploying these robust, cloud-native systems on AWS, balancing rigorous technical execution with talent development and delivery management.

​My perspective on AI is deeply informed by my previous role as Co-founder & COO of Trinet Innovations. That experience honed my ability to translate technical possibilities into tangible business value and societal impact, driven by a philosophy of "AI for all."

​Beyond corporate delivery, I am committed to advancing the global AI ecosystem. I am an active researcher and passionate educator, having executed over 45 diverse AI projects, conducted 50+ technical workshops, and mentored nearly 350 students, professionals, and startup founders globally.

​I am always open to connecting on innovative R&D collaborations, high-impact societal projects, and leadership opportunities.

I am a Senior AI/ML Engineer focused on Technical Leadership, bridging the gap between theoretical research and scalable, real-world production systems. My career sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering, team management, and strategic innova... Show more

David Dawson is a seasoned Business Analyst with 30+ years' experience transforming business needs into technical solutions in aerospace, government, and healthcare industries. Specializing in requirements analysis, process optimization, and digital transformation, he has led implementations and agile projects at Boeing, Department of Defence, and more recently at IQVIA. Through his unique leadership style and flair, David has earned the respect of his peers which had led to him being formally recongised by receiving the Mark Donaldson VC award. He is currently completing his Masters of International Business through the Queensland University of Technology. A Polish-Australian dual citizen, he is passionate about fostering operational excellence.

David Dawson is a seasoned Business Analyst with 30+ years' experience transforming business needs into technical solutions in aerospace, government, and healthcare industries. Specializing in requirements analysis, process optimization, and digital ... Show more

Data & AI Product Lead Advanced at Naranja X. B.A. in Political Science and Graduate Diploma in Data Science & Machine Learning. Master in Management – AI & Business Analytics Candidate.

Data & AI Product Lead Advanced at Naranja X. B.A. in Political Science and Graduate Diploma in Data Science & Machine Learning. Master in Management – AI & Business Analytics Candidate. Show more

Hi, I’m Nir Parisian 👋
Married + 5 little ones 😄

I've spent the last decade building and leading front-end solutions for companies of all sizes. I’ve been a full-stack engineer at Intel, a front-end team leader at Curv, and now I help startups through Enpitech, the front-end consulting company I founded 5 years ago. I also run a YouTube channel on front-end development (https://youtube.com/@nirparisian) and a community called Frontendistim, where I share knowledge and connect with fellow developers.

Hi, I’m Nir Parisian 👋 Married + 5 little ones 😄 I've spent the last decade building and leading front-end solutions for companies of all sizes. I’ve been a full-stack engineer at Intel, a front-end team leader at Curv, and now I help startups ... Show more

Naila Rais is one of the youngest scholars in her twenties, an AI innovator, data strategist, and rising tech leader who's already building what many only dreams of. A winner of the Salesforce Quest: Customer AI 2024, recipient of the Distinguished Global Scholar Award at LoneStar College Tomball, Texas, and former AI intern at the Imageomics Institute, where she merged machine learning with biodiversity to power scientific discovery. She is also a leader & organizer of Microsoft Fabric User Group: Uttar Pradesh Power BI Club & serves as a WomenTech Circle Leader cum Ambassador, and drives digital strategy at the Sustainable Living Guide, where she’s led growth and engagement by 40%+. She's also the mind behind VoiceBridge (In-progress), an AI-powered tool for non-verbal communication, and has authored research in social strategy and inclusive AI. With honors degrees, publications, and leadership roles under her belt — all before 21 — Naila is proving that impact has no age limit.

Naila Rais is one of the youngest scholars in her twenties, an AI innovator, data strategist, and rising tech leader who's already building what many only dreams of. A winner of the Salesforce Quest: Customer AI 2024, recipient of the Distinguished G... Show more

Mischa van Ek is consultant Digital Strategy bij Conclusion Consulting. Hij werkt op het snijvlak van enterprise architectuur, digitale transformatie en GenAI-toepassingen.

Mischa van Ek is consultant Digital Strategy bij Conclusion Consulting. Hij werkt op het snijvlak van enterprise architectuur, digitale transformatie en GenAI-toepassingen. Show more

Hi! I'm Caro 🧠✨
I've spent the las 10 years in HR & Leadership, with a background in communications & design and a loud curiosity abput how the uniiverse works. So, for the past two years I have been researching the brain, decision-making, and our connections in remote environments from a DEIB and neuroaffirmative standpoint. I have led tech teams, where I discovered that each brain processes and collaborates from different parameters. My passion lies in designing inclusive environments—not by correcting people, but by configuring teams to learn better together

As a gifted AuDHD girly 💅🏼 I bring a unique perspective that bridges neuroscience, communication, and technology. My talks inspire audiences to rethink collaboration, embrace neurodiversity, and foster truly inclusive cultures in both remote and in-person settings. I am committed to sharing actionable insights that help organizations unlock the full potential of their teams by understanding how our brains work and how we can design environments where everyone thrives. And have fun. Fun is key, neuroscience says.

Hi! I'm Caro 🧠✨ I've spent the las 10 years in HR & Leadership, with a background in communications & design and a loud curiosity abput how the uniiverse works. So, for the past two years I have been researching the brain, decision-making, and our... Show more

Andy is an Agile Coach and Transformation Practitioner who is gambling the next decade of his career on the shift to Agentic Coding and embedded AI Agents.

Andy is an Agile Coach and Transformation Practitioner who is gambling the next decade of his career on the shift to Agentic Coding and embedded AI Agents. Show more

Giridhar Raj Singh Chowhan is a seasoned software leader with over 17 years of international experience, including more than 13 years at Microsoft. Currently serving as a Senior Partner Solution Architect at Microsoft USA, he has built a distinguished career spanning multiple roles as Technical Program Manager, Solutions Architect, Technical Lead, and Software Engineer across diverse industries including retail, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Throughout his tenure at Microsoft, Giridhar has been instrumental in designing and launching major cloud solutions, including Microsoft Cloud for Retail Products (Store Operations Assist, Personalized Shopping AI Agent and Store Operations AI Agent), Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, and Microsoft Vaccination Management. His technical expertise encompasses the full Microsoft ecosystem: Dynamics 365 ERP and CRM applications, Azure services, Power Platform, AI solutions, and data integration platforms—a rare combination that positions him as a unique asset in the digital transformation landscape.
Giridhar's impact extends beyond technical contributions. He led the technical workstream for New Zealand's largest farming co-op digital transformation, one of Microsoft's top 5 global projects, generating multimillion-dollar returns. His work on COVID-19 vaccination portals for King County and Montgomery County demonstrated his ability to deliver critical solutions under pressure. He has authored comprehensive training materials published on Microsoft Learn and contributed to Well Architected frameworks for healthcare and sustainability industries.
As owner and moderator of a LinkedIn technical community with over 14,000 members, including executives from major technology companies, Giridhar actively fosters industry knowledge sharing. His expertise is recognized globally—he was ranked #77 among Microsoft Dynamics Top 100 Influential People worldwide and #6 in Asia by DynamicsWorld.co.uk in 2012.
Giridhar's extensive certification portfolio includes multiple Microsoft Dynamics, Azure, and Power Platform credentials, reinforcing his technical depth. His international experience across the USA, Canada, Germany, and New Zealand, combined with his mentorship of numerous professionals, reflects his commitment to driving innovation and developing talent in the technology sector and is an official member and expert panelist in Forbes Technology Council.

Giridhar Raj Singh Chowhan is a seasoned software leader with over 17 years of international experience, including more than 13 years at Microsoft. Currently serving as a Senior Partner Solution Architect at Microsoft USA, he has built a distinguishe... Show more

Sonal is a Business Architect, with close to two decades of tech experience. The core of her experience has been in understanding key business drivers and needs, to shape solutions that address business challenges. She’s passionate about all things agility, technology transformation, outcomes that benefit end users, and challenging conventionally accepted norms. Her experience within tech is supported by a Master’s degree in Cyber Security and an MBA.

Sonal has a relentless commitment to building people and communities, and enjoys engaging with tech communities. You can find her co-organising the domain-driven design Australia meetups as well as the analysis-design-architecture focussed conference ADAConf.

Sonal is partial to conversations about problem solving and decision making processes. When not saving the world one problem at a time, she spends her time learning new skills, mentoring people, travelling and drinking copious amounts of tea.

Sonal is a Business Architect, with close to two decades of tech experience. The core of her experience has been in understanding key business drivers and needs, to shape solutions that address business challenges. She’s passionate about all things a... Show more

Dominick Iaderaia is a Washington-based operations professional who has opened and helped design more than 20 restaurants throughout his career. His work has focused on improving performance, reducing costs, eliminating waste, and increasing profitability for restaurants, breweries, and food service operations.

Dominick began in the industry as an Events Coordinator and Food Tech at Outback Steakhouse, where he worked for more than 10 years. He was responsible for maintaining food quality and kitchen standards, coordinating event schedules, and managing logistics across Michigan. He organized large events, handled booking and promotional logistics, consulted with clients to understand their objectives, hired and supervised volunteers and support staff, reviewed invoices, approved payments, and inspected facilities to ensure they met client requirements.

Dominick later joined BBRG Restaurant Group in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving for over a decade as District Manager and Training Manager. He supervised six locations and upheld consistent operational standards. He recruited, trained, and promoted employees to develop capable leadership teams. By implementing structured sales strategies and strengthening customer service practices, he exceeded targets and improved profitability. He prepared financial and operational reports, maintained financial controls, identified cost-saving initiatives, and worked closely with executive leadership, including the vice president and ownership, to address sales challenges and advance improvement efforts.

For nearly 10 years, he served as Director of Operations and Food and Beverage at Von Ebert Brewing in Portland, Oregon. He led operations across six locations, including four restaurants and two breweries, with responsibility for financial performance, budgeting, profit and loss, team development, marketing oversight, menu planning, and guest satisfaction. He controlled costs, delivered training in food preparation and customer-facing roles, enforced performance standards, collaborated with a chef to expand menu offerings, reviewed sales and purchasing data to guide inventory decisions, and supported catering and promotional initiatives.

After moving to Washington State, he became an Area Manager at Auto-Chlor System, a manufacturer of commercial dish machines and cleaning and sanitizing chemicals. Outside of work, Dominick Iaderaia enjoys cooking, outdoor activities, collecting sports memorabilia, attending live events, playing poker, and spending time with his dogs.

Dominick Iaderaia is a Washington-based operations professional who has opened and helped design more than 20 restaurants throughout his career. His work has focused on improving performance, reducing costs, eliminating waste, and increasing profitab... Show more

Yuliya Gorenko is an award-winning influencer marketing strategist with over a decade of hands-on experience building and executing influencer programs.
Yuliya has worked with 100+ brands globally, facilitated thousands of brand-influencer partnerships, and scaled cybersecurity influencer programs from zero to eight-figure budgets. From LinkedIn creator campaigns and podcasts to short-form video and in-person activations, she’s done it all and knows how to make each channel perform.
Yuliya has been championing influencer-led storytelling in cybersecurity long before it was widely accepted. She now drives influencer strategy at Mischka, the leading cybersecurity influencer marketing agency.

Yuliya Gorenko is an award-winning influencer marketing strategist with over a decade of hands-on experience building and executing influencer programs. Yuliya has worked with 100+ brands globally, facilitated thousands of brand-influencer partners... Show more

🚀 Bonjour,

Je suis passionné par l'agilité des entreprises, et en tant que Scrum Master, Product Owner et coach agile, j'ai guidé de multiples organisations dans leur transformation. Avec plus de 10 ans d'expérience, j'ai navigué dans des environnements variés, de start-ups à des entreprises de grande envergure.

💼 Mon crédo ? Optimiser l'efficacité, stimuler l'agilité et favoriser l'adaptabilité. J'ai une solide expertise dans la mise en place de méthodologies agiles telles que Scrum, Kanban, Lean et DevOps, ainsi que dans la gestion de projets complexes.

✨ Convaincu que l'agilité est la clé pour rester compétitif sur le marché, je m'efforce d'aider les entreprises à mettre en œuvre des pratiques agiles performantes et à cultiver une culture d'entreprise agile.

🚀 Bonjour, Je suis passionné par l'agilité des entreprises, et en tant que Scrum Master, Product Owner et coach agile, j'ai guidé de multiples organisations dans leur transformation. Avec plus de 10 ans d'expérience, j'ai navigué dans des environ... 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

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer and consultant, I help organizations build a secure, efficient, and future‑ready Microsoft 365 environment. My work focuses on the introduction and rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot, the implementation of AI‑driven productivity strategies, and the improvement of collaboration, processes, and structures across Microsoft cloud services.

For many years, I have supported organizations throughout the entire Modern Workplace lifecycle — from workshops and audits to technical implementation, security hardening, and governance measures, as well as training programs for administrators and end users. This includes Microsoft 365 Tenant Security Checks, Entra ID and Intune optimization, and the implementation of best‑practice security aligned with Microsoft, BSI, and CIS standards.

Another key area of my work is data and permissions management, compliance, and Microsoft Purview, covering data lifecycle, governance, and cloud‑wide transparency — all aimed at creating secure, stable, and manageable environments in Microsoft 365.

As a speaker and community enthusiast, I make complex topics like AI, security, governance, and modern collaboration accessible, practical, and directly applicable. My sessions demonstrate how organizations can design efficient hybrid and digital workplaces, ranging from Copilot adoption and Teams optimization to governance automation using Microsoft 365 built‑in capabilities and AI‑supported workflows.

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer and consultant, I help organizations build a secure, efficient, and future‑ready Microsoft 365 environment. My work focuses on the introduction and rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot, the implementation of AI‑driven pro... 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

Sunil Datta Murthy is a seasoned techno-functional leader and PLM Solution Architect with extensive experience in delivering complex, large-scale product lifecycle management (PLM) transformations across global organizations. With a career spanning multiple continents, he has consistently combined deep technical knowledge with strategic business insight to design and implement impactful digital solutions.
Currently serving as a Senior PLM Business Analyst and Solutions Delivery Manager at Trek Bicycle Corporation, Sunil leads a major initiative to replace legacy PLM systems with PTC FlexPLM while driving continuous process and system enhancements. His role involves overseeing system procurement, vendor evaluation, and data migration planning for extensive legacy data repositories. He has architected cloud deployments, integrated CAD and PLM systems, optimized engineering workflows, and implemented innovative data management and compliance solutions. Through his leadership, Trek has successfully modernized its PLM infrastructure to support both engineering and retail operations.
Prior to his current role, Sunil spent over a decade at ITC Infotech, where he worked with prominent global brands such as Nike, Home Depot, and Lacoste. In these engagements, he played key roles in system design, business analysis, integration strategy, and upgrade implementations for FlexPLM environments. He also managed multi-regional deployments, process automation, and data migration for clients in industries ranging from apparel and footwear to engineering and consumer goods.
Sunil’s expertise extends across SDLC, Agile methodologies, data migration, change management, and system integrations using RESTful web services. He is recognized for his ability to bridge technical execution and business vision, ensuring scalable and sustainable PLM ecosystems. His career is marked by strong collaboration with global teams, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to deliver user-centric, enterprise-level solutions.
An Electronics and Communication Engineering graduate from St. Joseph Engineering College, Mangalore, Sunil continues to advance his professional development through specialized PLM certifications and leadership programs. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, he is a confident communicator and mentor known for his problem-solving acumen and passion for technology-driven transformation.

Sunil Datta Murthy is a seasoned techno-functional leader and PLM Solution Architect with extensive experience in delivering complex, large-scale product lifecycle management (PLM) transformations across global organizations. With a career spanning m... Show more

Tao Chun Liu is an international speaker, trainer, and project delivery practitioner working at the intersection of AI, Agile, and business analysis. Rather than talking about AI in the abstract, he builds with it — AI agents, MCP integrations, no-code chatbots, and automation pipelines wired into real project workflows — and teaches teams to do the same.

With seven years in AI and eight in Agile, Tao has led more than 3,500 sprints as a Scrum Master and coach, and delivered over 80 GenAI workshops across 35 countries. His sessions cover agentic AI, human-AI collaboration in delivery, AI for business analysis, and game-based ways to teach Scrum that actually stick.

He works across Traditional, Generative, and Agentic AI, and designs for communities often left out of the tooling — including Kiswahili, Arabic, and Ubuntu-informed contexts. His focus is on moving teams from AI curiosity to working, measurable practice.

Tao Chun Liu is an international speaker, trainer, and project delivery practitioner working at the intersection of AI, Agile, and business analysis. Rather than talking about AI in the abstract, he builds with it — AI agents, MCP integrations, no-co... Show more

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 hands-on experience 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 hands-on experience in Dev... Show more

Rica Elysee – a funded Black Women entrepreneur in tech - was a successful community organizer, marketer, and fundraising exec who had founded an influential beauty and makeup community for women of color in Boston. Rica was also helping take care of a disabled family member and she noticed how confident hair appointments made this family member feel - but it was hard to find accessible salons and to book and keep appointments. She noticed that most women in her beauty group faced similar problems - late or canceled appointments and long waits for beauty services. So she used her knowledge of the beauty industry, marketing and fundraising to try to solve the “beauty bookings” problem.

Her startup, BeautyLynk (beautylynk.com) brings the beauty salon into women's homes.

She also has a passion to help female entrepreneurs through her work #AttheTable (www.atthetable.io) and #FemaleFoundersDay

Rica Elysee – a funded Black Women entrepreneur in tech - was a successful community organizer, marketer, and fundraising exec who had founded an influential beauty and makeup community for women of color in Boston. Rica was also helping take care of... Show more