Business & Management

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

Jamie Martin

Jamie Martin

Jamie Martin is a tech leadership speaker and executive coach who spent 17 years in tech, including roles as Product Manager at Google / DoubleClick and VP of Product at DialogTech, delivering keynotes and workshops on the leadership challenges that keep high-performers stuck in execution mode, unable to shift into strategic influence despite their technical brilliance.

While her coaching focuses on women in tech, her speaking addresses universal leadership dynamics for diverse audiences across industries. Whether leading a technical team, navigating organizational complexity, or trying to build influence without formal authority, these challenges show up everywhere.

Jamie is a 2x Speaker of the Year nominee at WomenTech Global Conference, a Top 15 Coach in Chicago (Influence Digest Media), and has been featured in Forbes. She's also the founder of a networking community for Women in Tech and regularly hosts LinkedIn Live events on leadership visibility and authority.

Jamie Martin is a tech leadership speaker and executive coach who spent 17 years in tech, including roles as Product Manager at Google / DoubleClick and VP of Product at DialogTech, delivering keynotes and workshops on the leadership challenges that ... Show more

Yves Collenot

Yves Collenot

Yves Collenot est un Serious Game Designer basé à Montpellier, spécialisé dans la conception de dispositifs pédagogiques par le jeu. Après une carrière de 25 ans au sein d'un grand groupe industriel, il a entamé une transition pour mettre son expertise au service de l'apprentissage ludique.

Yves développe des solutions innovantes pour "apprendre en jouant". Son expertise s'appuie sur l'expérience de l'accompagnement de collectifs en interne vers de nouveaux modes de gouvernance, le DU « Apprendre Par Le Jeu » (promotion 2025-2026), un goût immodéré pour toutes formes de jeux et la création d'ateliers de médiation numérique pour les jeunes.

Il est le co-auteur du jeu professionnel Les Aventuriers de la Draille dont il poursuit le développement. Son approche, axée sur l'authenticité et l'intelligence collective, vise à apporter une contribution concrète à la mutation des collectifs vers plus de robustesse.

Très impliqué dans l'écosystème local, Yves manifeste un engagement fort à travers plusieurs initiatives :
- Économie Sociale & Solidaire : coopérateur d'un groupe local de financement, utilisant des méthodes d'intelligence collective pour porter des projets à impact social.
- Médiation Numérique pour les jeunes : animation du réseau, production et animation d'ateliers, développement du réseau des partenaires
- Pédagogie active en milieu associatif

Yves Collenot est un Serious Game Designer basé à Montpellier, spécialisé dans la conception de dispositifs pédagogiques par le jeu. Après une carrière de 25 ans au sein d'un grand groupe industriel, il a entamé une transition pour mettre son experti... Show more

Piotr Rogala

Piotr Rogala

As a Principal Architect Azure at Nordcloud, I lead the development of advanced, optimized cloud solutions, primarily leveraging the Microsoft Azure platform. My core focus is empowering clients through their digital transformation journey, helping them maximize business potential and operational efficiency by designing highly optimized architectures.

My expertise and dedication to the community have been repeatedly recognized by Microsoft with the prestigious MVP (Most Valuable Professional) and MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer) titles. Although I currently focus on architecture, I previously spent many years sharing my proprietary knowledge by conducting postgraduate courses at Polish universities.

Driven by a passion for promoting new technological solutions, I actively engage with the IT community: I organize specialized Azure workshops, speak as a presenter at conferences and meetups, and run my technical blog, https://justcloud.pl. My goal is to provide substantive support to fellow specialists advancing their career paths.

Away from the cloud, I am passionate about Japanese motoring and the thrill of car racing. In these pursuits, just as in code and architecture, I value the relentless pursuit of the highest quality and efficiency.

As a Principal Architect Azure at Nordcloud, I lead the development of advanced, optimized cloud solutions, primarily leveraging the Microsoft Azure platform. My core focus is empowering clients through their digital transformation journey, helping t... Show more

Shelby Wilson

Shelby Wilson

practitioner with over a decade of experience in the agile world. She has coached in different contexts, from start-ups to enterprises, in a range of sectors. She has been leading teams of Agile Coaches who are focused on making organisations more efficient and effective. Her passion is helping Board members and Enterprise Leaders unknot difficult multiple department problems. Passionate about helping organisations transform and improve service delivery to customers and improving the lives of people within the organisation

practitioner with over a decade of experience in the agile world. She has coached in different contexts, from start-ups to enterprises, in a range of sectors. She has been leading teams of Agile Coaches who are focused on making organisations more ef... Show more

Kendra Poehlmann

Kendra Poehlmann

Dr. Kendra Pöhlmann, Dr. der Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit den Schwerpunkten Strategie und Nachhaltigkeit. Als wiss. Mitarbeiterin, Dozentin und Speakerin liegt ihr die nachhaltige Unternehmensentwicklung insbes. von, mit und für Frauen am Herzen.

Dr. Kendra Pöhlmann, Dr. der Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit den Schwerpunkten Strategie und Nachhaltigkeit. Als wiss. Mitarbeiterin, Dozentin und Speakerin liegt ihr die nachhaltige Unternehmensentwicklung insbes. von, mit und für Frauen am Herzen. Show more

Amar Deep Singh

Amar Deep Singh

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

Peter Laughter

Peter Laughter

Twelve years ago, I had an experience that changed everything I thought I knew about leadership. At the time, I was steeped in the command-and-control mindset that had defined my entrepreneurial career. Then, while serving on the board of a Quaker school,
we faced an “unsolvable” problem. But instead of relying on authority or titles, we turned to the collective brilliance of the community. What happened next was transformative, not just for the school, but for me. I discovered that leadership isn’t about control. It’s about connection, partnership, and unlocking the potential around you.

That moment set me on a new path.

For over a decade, I’ve been studying innovative organizations, experimenting with new leadership approaches, and working within communities like Conscious Capitalism to help leaders navigate an increasingly disruptive world. What I’ve found is this: to thrive in today’s environment, we must move beyond outdated command-and-control structures. We need dynamic, human-centered leadership—where authority is distributed, creativity is unlocked, and connection drives success.

What I Bring
I’ve spent 25+ years founding businesses, leading teams, and creating solutions that earned accolades like the Inc. 500. I pioneered the first SaaS platform for enterprise contingent labor programs, served elite consultancies and banks, and built three successful firms in the staffing and recruiting industry. These experiences taught me what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to leadership.

But my work today isn’t just about business success. It’s about helping leaders reimagine their roles so they can create workplaces full of resilience, connection, and yes, even joy.

Connecting Through Storytelling
I’m a TEDx speaker on Radical Empathy and a three-time Moth Story Slam winner, with one story featured on The Moth Podcast. I believe storytelling isn’t just a skill—it’s how we connect, inspire, and move people to action. Whether on stage or in conversation, I bring stories that resonate, challenge, and inspire leaders to see new possibilities.

When I’m Not Working
You’ll find me pedaling trails on my bicycle, lost in a good book, or laughing my way through another adventure with my wife Stacey. Most of all, I love riding the Cyclone with my daughter Eddy.

Twelve years ago, I had an experience that changed everything I thought I knew about leadership. At the time, I was steeped in the command-and-control mindset that had defined my entrepreneurial career. Then, while serving on the board of a Quaker sc... Show more

Franz Nkemaka

Franz Nkemaka

Franz Nkemaka is a Gen-Z tech entrepreneur, IT coach, and automation expert with a strong focus on AI-driven software solutions. With over nine years of hands-on experience, he has evolved from a self-taught hacker into a sought-after IT trainer and consultant for enterprises and development teams.

He has trained 1,000+ developers, IT professionals, and business teams, working with organizations such as Deutsche Bahn, TÜV Nord, Deutsche Telekom, Bundeswehr, Big Dutchman, LMV Versicherung, and Austria’s Bundesrechenzentrum. Franz has also spoken at the Embedded Software Engineering (ESE) Congress, where he presented a talk on Rust for Embedded Systems to industry professionals and decision-makers.

Today, Franz leads Nextise GmbH, heading a team of 15+ members and collaborating with more than 20 AI and software developers. Through consulting, coaching, and his education platform Kodschul, he helps companies and engineers apply AI, automation, and modern web technologies in real-world scenarios.

His journey began in Cameroon, where he taught himself computer skills without internet access—spending countless hours in cybercafés and experimenting deeply with technology. A breakthrough in 2016 marked the start of rapid growth, setting the foundation for his international career.

Mission: Empowering businesses and developers to build scalable, future-proof solutions with AI, automation, and software engineering.

Franz Nkemaka is a Gen-Z tech entrepreneur, IT coach, and automation expert with a strong focus on AI-driven software solutions. With over nine years of hands-on experience, he has evolved from a self-taught hacker into a sought-after IT trainer and ... Show more

Matthew Evlampieff

Matthew Evlampieff

Matt Evlampieff is a business applications leader specialising in ERP, CRM, and large scale operational change across Australia and New Zealand. He works with organisations navigating complex transformation, helping leadership teams align technology decisions with real world processes, constraints, and organisational capacity.

With deep experience in wholesale distribution and manufacturing environments, Matt focuses on the stage of change that happens before projects formally begin, where clarity, scope, and risk are shaped. His practical, no nonsense approach helps businesses avoid costly rework and build momentum on solid foundations.

Matt is passionate about making complex change feel structured, achievable, and grounded in how organisations actually operate.

Matt Evlampieff is a business applications leader specialising in ERP, CRM, and large scale operational change across Australia and New Zealand. He works with organisations navigating complex transformation, helping leadership teams align technology ... Show more

JC Quintana

JC Quintana

JC gives audiences a powerful framework for better technology adoption and innovation. His books incorporate psychology and technology perspectives and expectation management from a fresh and captivating perspective. If you want to build a culture of business outcomes, clarity, and alignment, attend one of JC's presentations. A senior executive and educator, JC teaches Customer (CX) and Human-Centered Design Thinking at 32 universities in the United States. He lives in Nashville, TN with his wife Shelley.

JC gives audiences a powerful framework for better technology adoption and innovation. His books incorporate psychology and technology perspectives and expectation management from a fresh and captivating perspective. If you want to build a culture of... Show more

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