Charis is a senior business intelligence analyst and consultant and the founder / co-organiser of PgGreece, the first Greece PostgreSQL Users Group.

With a long-standing interest in sciences, the arts and different cultures, she brings a diverse and cross-cultural perspective to community building and collaboration in global open-source ecosystems.

Charis is a senior business intelligence analyst and consultant and the founder / co-organiser of PgGreece, the first Greece PostgreSQL Users Group. With a long-standing interest in sciences, the arts and different cultures, she brings a diverse ... Show more

I’m a technologist at heart, though life often leads me into managerial roles. For the last 15 years, I’ve built products, led and advised companies, published papers, and shared my insights at conferences and in articles on the web.

I’m a technologist at heart, though life often leads me into managerial roles. For the last 15 years, I’ve built products, led and advised companies, published papers, and shared my insights at conferences and in articles on the web. Show more

AWS AI Hero and organizer of the AWS User Group Buenos Aires, the most active AWS community in Argentina with over 2,400 members and 75 events since 2011. Recognized as AWS Community Leader of the Year LATAM 2025.
Over 15 years building at the intersection of cloud, e-commerce, and artificial intelligence. Founder of VN Studios, a Shopify Plus agency specialized in complex ERP integrations.

Current focus: AI agents in production. Builds with AWS Bedrock, Strands Agents, and MCP, and teaches the LATAM tech community to do the same.

Published the course "Strands Agents + AgentCore: From Zero to Agents in Production" with over 380 students across the region.
Believes the best code is written in community, and that LATAM has the talent and domain expertise to lead the next generation of intelligent systems.

AWS AI Hero and organizer of the AWS User Group Buenos Aires, the most active AWS community in Argentina with over 2,400 members and 75 events since 2011. Recognized as AWS Community Leader of the Year LATAM 2025. Over 15 years building at the inter... Show more

Brian Walch is a management consultant and executive coach based in Anchorage, Alaska. He works with firms of 100-500 people on leadership development and succession planning, focusing on the gap between doing good work and leading the firm to do it consistently. He spent 25 years in IT consulting, scaling a firm from 20 to over 200 people, and has shaped his practice around what he learned from that arc. He writes a monthly column for Alaska Business magazine and speaks at industry conferences including ACEC chapters on the structural problems in growing consulting and engineering firms.

Brian Walch is a management consultant and executive coach based in Anchorage, Alaska. He works with firms of 100-500 people on leadership development and succession planning, focusing on the gap between doing good work and leading the firm to do it ... Show more

I’m passionate about turning data into insight and technology into transformation. With a laser focus on client experience, I thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact—helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data through cloud-native solutions and intelligent analytics.
Whether leading strategic initiatives or diving deep into technical design, I’ve partnered with clients across industries to accelerate cloud adoption, envision high-value use cases, and build differentiators that drive real business outcomes. From AWS to Azure, IBM Cloud to GCP, I bring a multi-cloud perspective and a hands-on approach to every engagement.
I love sharing knowledge and sparking ideas—delivering workshops, webinars, hackathons, and technical enablement sessions that empower teams to think bigger and build smarter.

I’m passionate about turning data into insight and technology into transformation. With a laser focus on client experience, I thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact—helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data through cl... Show more

Bhavik Adhvaryu is a seasoned product and GTM leader for AI Platform and Infrastructure, empowering strategic customers in building production ready solutions. Bhavik is passionate about delivering business outcomes via innovative products with open-source tools & technologies. Bhavik has a proven track record of shipping innovative 0-1 products to the market. Bhavik is currently focusing on AI platform optimization & delivering AI ROI with real-world AIOps & AgenticOps outcomes.

Bhavik Adhvaryu is a seasoned product and GTM leader for AI Platform and Infrastructure, empowering strategic customers in building production ready solutions. Bhavik is passionate about delivering business outcomes via innovative products with open-... 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

Collin Quiring is a capable professional with over 20 years of experience in several industries supporting Business Intelligence, Project Management, Resource Management, Product Development, Systems Administration, and Training.
Collin is certified in Power BI and has trained 1000's of individuals in the usage of Power BI ranging from introductory to advanced courses. His passion is for users at all levels to get the most out of the software as possible to be able to produce results that are meaningful and actionable.

Collin Quiring is a capable professional with over 20 years of experience in several industries supporting Business Intelligence, Project Management, Resource Management, Product Development, Systems Administration, and Training. Collin is certifi... Show more

Annemarie Merchant is a cloud enthusiast with a heart for inclusive innovation and a love for helping people understand Azure, Fabric, and AI without the headache. As a Senior Solution Engineer at Microsoft, she brings nine years of real-world experience solving data and AI challenges across Accenture, SHI, TD SYNNEX, and Insight. With an MBA and a mountain of Microsoft certifications, she shows up with the energy of a triple shot espresso and makes complex cloud topics feel fun, welcoming, and totally doable. Her sessions focus on clarity, curiosity, and building technology that lifts people as much as it lifts organizations.

Annemarie Merchant is a cloud enthusiast with a heart for inclusive innovation and a love for helping people understand Azure, Fabric, and AI without the headache. As a Senior Solution Engineer at Microsoft, she brings nine years of real-world experi... Show more

Eric est actuellement coach Agile pour Keyboh Consulting. Il a passé une enfance heureuse dans le Sud Ouest. Après avoir été diplômé de Telecom Sud Paris et terminé un stage aux Etats-Unis comme développeur Java, Eric a passé 10 ans dans plusieurs sociétés comme développeur Java, C#, expert EAI, chef de projet ou encore Information Manager avant sa première rencontre avec L'agilité et Scrum en 2010. Marqué depuis ce jour par celle-ci, Eric est devenu un "Agile enthousiaste", créateur de jeux sur Scrum et l'Agilité, rédacteur d'articles de blog autour de sujets comme l'intelligence collective, l'agilité, les facteurs de motivation, la systémique... Si vous souhaitez le rencontrer, vous pouvez le retrouver dans des meetups comme l'Agile Playground et lire ses articles dans http://agilescrumetnous.org

Eric est actuellement coach Agile pour Keyboh Consulting. Il a passé une enfance heureuse dans le Sud Ouest. Après avoir été diplômé de Telecom Sud Paris et terminé un stage aux Etats-Unis comme développeur Java, Eric a passé 10 ans dans plusieurs so... Show more

Dr. Todd Walls, DM, MBA (Human Resource Management & Healthcare Management), MSW, is a Human Resource (HR), learning and development (L&D), privacy, governance, and workforce systems consultant. A former federal Privacy Officer, he holds the Certified Information Privacy Professional - U.S. Government (CIPP/G) and Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) and brings cross-functional experience spanning HR, L&D, organizational development, privacy, compliance training, employee engagement, accessibility, disability inclusion, workforce data, regulated environments, and prior Air Force information systems/security duties, including service as a Terminal Area Security Officer, Computer Workgroup Manager, and Client Server Administrator.

Todd is a frequent conference and workshop speaker whose experience includes regional HR conferences, national and regional disability inclusion programs, national privacy law compliance training, and invitations to speak internationally on privacy law compliance and information security. He has developed and delivered privacy, compliance, accessibility, reasonable accommodation, and organizational learning content for diverse adult audiences, including large federal training audiences.

He is a SHRM chapter President-Elect, national keynote presenter, former IAPP CIPP/G Certification Advisory Board member, and published thought leader in HR Executive, HR.com, Training Industry, and International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), including articles on employee data trust, employee voice, workforce systems, privacy law compliance, incident response, and NoSQL database vulnerabilities.

Dr. Todd Walls, DM, MBA (Human Resource Management & Healthcare Management), MSW, is a Human Resource (HR), learning and development (L&D), privacy, governance, and workforce systems consultant. A former federal Privacy Officer, he holds the Certifie... Show more

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of hands-on experience, Nik started as a software developer and quickly specialized in data platforms, working extensively with Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Snowflake. He excels in designing and implementing backend data solutions across SQL, Fabric, AI, cloud data warehousing, and modern lakehouse architectures.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nnikkhah/

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of hands-on experience, Nik started... Show more

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

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

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

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

Elisa Schön specializes in making the invisible dynamics of workplaces visible. Working at the intersection of psychology and organizational design, she helps leaders navigate rapid change without burning out their teams.

Her perspective is shaped by over a decade of hands-on People & Culture leadership. As Chief People Officer at GotPhoto and CHRO at UMI/Volkswagen, she guided teams through the messy realities of scaling from 10 to over 100 people - gaining a front-row seat to how cognitive overload affects high performers.

To better understand the mechanics behind this stress, Elisa is currently pursuing a B.Sc. in Clinical Psychology at Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg. She uses this grounding in neuroscience to translate academic research into practical, everyday frameworks for leaders.

Today, Elisa balances her role as a Senior HR Business Partner at Der Tagesspiegel with a private coaching practice dedicated to building resilience in high-stakes environments. She operates on a simple premise: Emotions are valuable data, and in an AI-driven world, safeguarding our brain health is the ultimate competitive advantage.

Elisa Schön specializes in making the invisible dynamics of workplaces visible. Working at the intersection of psychology and organizational design, she helps leaders navigate rapid change without burning out their teams. Her perspective is shaped... Show more

I’m a French agile coach and co-founder of essensei, a boutique consultancy specializing in agile transformations. With a strong focus on sustainable adoption, I help teams and organizations navigate complex contexts by implementing tailored, pragmatic agile methodologies. Drawing on my deep expertise in Scrum, Kanban, ScrumBan, and Lean IT, I empower teams to optimize their workflows, improve collaboration, and deliver value consistently.

My coaching extends beyond teams; I work closely with managers to help them excel in agile environments, guiding them in leadership transitions and fostering an agile mindset. I’m also passionate about product management, collaborating with Product Owners to refine roadmaps, enhance backlog management, and align strategic goals.

My technical background in development practices, application architecture, and information security gives me an edge when supporting teams in complex technical environments. It allows me to bridge the gap between agile methodologies and technical excellence, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.

As an active speaker and organizer of Agile conferences (Flowcon France, Agile Lean Europ), I’m known for my engaging, no-nonsense approach. I share real-world stories, practical workshops, and actionable insights, aiming to inspire and equip participants with tools they can immediately apply in their own contexts.

I’m a French agile coach and co-founder of essensei, a boutique consultancy specializing in agile transformations. With a strong focus on sustainable adoption, I help teams and organizations navigate complex contexts by implementing tailored, pragmat... Show more

In the field of community college education, Sam Agdasi has established a career marked by leadership, service, and a consistent focus on student advancement. He brings over 25 years of experience in higher education, including more than 15 years in community colleges, where he has served as a faculty member, program chair, dean, and senior academic administrator, including service at the vice president level. Sam Agdasi has concentrated on advancing student success, strengthening transfer pathways, supporting STEM fields, expanding career technical education (CTE), and guiding applied disciplines. His work has emphasized aligning academic programs with transfer requirements and workforce needs while maintaining a strong commitment to institutional effectiveness and long-term student outcomes.

Sam currently serves as the Dean of Student Learning for the Business & Industrial Studies and Social Sciences Divisions at Compton College in Compton, California. In this position, he provides leadership for a broad set of academic and workforce programs, including business, industrial trades, and social sciences. His leadership emphasizes program quality, academic innovation, and student outcomes. He works closely with faculty and staff to strengthen instructional delivery and promote continuous improvement across programs, ensuring they remain responsive to student needs and regional labor market demands.

His current role includes oversight of many operational and strategic functions. These include budget planning, curriculum development, program review, and faculty support. He also leads dual enrollment initiatives and develops partnerships with K–12 districts, four-year institutions, and industry partners. These efforts help expand access and reinforce both transfer and workforce pathways. Through collaborative leadership and data-informed decision-making, he has contributed to program sustainability, enrollment stability, and student success across a range of disciplines.

Before joining Compton College, Former Vice President Sam Agdasi held leadership positions at large community colleges in California and in the Midwest, including within a multi-campus system. In those roles, he managed multi-million-dollar budgets, supported institutional and programmatic accreditations, and expanded instructional delivery through both traditional and online modalities. His experience includes leading complex academic divisions and aligning educational offerings with transfer requirements and workforce priorities. He has also contributed to strategic planning efforts that connect academic programs with regional economic development goals.

Earlier in his career, Sam served as a faculty member and program chair, helping develop new curricula and establish academic programs. One notable achievement was leading the development of a nanotechnology program supported by National Science Foundation (NSF) funding. This effort integrated concepts across science, engineering, health-related fields, and applied technologies. He has also contributed to grant-funded initiatives, including projects supported by the National Science Foundation and workforce development programs such as Strong Workforce and Perkins, helping expand opportunities through internships, industry partnerships, and career pathways.

Former Vice President Sam Agdasi holds a master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. After graduate studies, he worked as a Research Specialist in the Chemistry Department at Purdue University. As an immigrant and first-generation college graduate, he brings a personal understanding of the value of educational access. His ongoing work continues to reflect a practical commitment to stronger programs, broader opportunity, and meaningful outcomes for students pursuing academic and professional progress.

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In the field of community college education, Sam Agdasi has established a career marked by leadership, service, and a consistent focus on student advancement. He brings over 25 years of experience in higher education, including more than 15 years in ... 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

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

🚀 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