Business & Management

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

Steeve Evers

Steeve Evers

I prepare teams for the new paradigm: one where humans and AI agents work together, building responsible products.
An Agile practitioner since 2010, I created AIAD (AI-Agent Iterative Development), an open-source framework for orchestrating software development with AI agents. LCA certified and trainer in Eco-designed Product Management, I advocate for tech that performs AND respects its limits.
My credo: a developer's value no longer lies in their ability to write code, but in their ability to express a precise intent and validate a result — including its impact.
📘 Author of Mieux collaborer en 100 jours (Better Collaboration in 100 Days)
🎓 Creator of CertifAgile.fr (free certification)
🔧 Creator of the AIAD framework
🌱 LCA Certified • Eco-designed PM Trainer

I prepare teams for the new paradigm: one where humans and AI agents work together, building responsible products. An Agile practitioner since 2010, I created AIAD (AI-Agent Iterative Development), an open-source framework for orchestrating software... Show more

Ashley Rivera

Ashley Rivera

I speak to leaders and teams navigating fragmented data, manual processes, and growing organizational complexity who want systems they can rely on, not workarounds.

With over 15 years of experience leading teams and operations, including more than 6 years owning enterprise data architecture, analytics platforms, and automation, I work closely with executive leadership to align data decisions with real business priorities. My focus is not on tools for their own sake, but on clarity, trust, and long term ownership.

I am known for simplifying complex environments, reducing unnecessary tools, and establishing clear standards for data quality and integration so reporting holds up in real world use. Most recently, I led enterprise automation and integration initiatives that generated over $274K in annualized recurring value within a single quarter, while strengthening data trust across the organization.

Audiences value my ability to translate technical complexity into practical, executive relevant guidance that resonates with both leadership and practitioners. My sessions are grounded in real enterprise experience and focus on decision confidence, adoption, and sustainable operating models.

In addition to my full time role, I lead A River of Data, advising founders and finance leaders on designing practical, well governed BI and automation systems that support sustainable growth.

I work best with organizations that care about building technology that works for people, not just systems.

Topics I Speak On

• Making data meaningful for people, not just systems
• Reducing tool sprawl and restoring trust in reporting
• Designing data and automation systems that scale with the business
• From dashboards to decisions: enabling leadership confidence
• Data governance that supports adoption, not friction
• Change management for analytics and automation initiatives
• Bridging the gap between technical teams and executive leadership

Attendees Leave With

• A clear framework for evaluating data and reporting environments
• Practical guidance for reducing manual work and system fragmentation
• A stronger understanding of how trust in data is built and sustained
• Insight into aligning data and automation initiatives with business priorities
• Language and structure for leading change, not just implementing tools

I speak to leaders and teams navigating fragmented data, manual processes, and growing organizational complexity who want systems they can rely on, not workarounds. With over 15 years of experience leading teams and operations, including more than... Show more

Jake Pineda

Jake Pineda

Cloud native strategist driving ecosystem expansion for the Linux Foundation and CNCF. Designs engagement models that bring the world's largest companies into community governance, converting complex technical needs into sustainable revenue. Champions financially rigorous, equitable growth while actively backing the cloud native movement across Latin America and underserved communities.

Cloud native strategist driving ecosystem expansion for the Linux Foundation and CNCF. Designs engagement models that bring the world's largest companies into community governance, converting complex technical needs into sustainable revenue. Champion... Show more

Dora Boussias

Dora Boussias

Dora Boussias is an award-winning keynote speaker and executive advisor who helps leaders navigate AI-driven change with clarity, confidence, and sound judgment when judgment truly counts. She brings 30 years of real-world leadership and execution experience at the intersection of enterprise data, AI, and transformation, including leading mission-critical initiatives at GE, Stryker, and Prudential. Her work sits at the intersection of leadership, business transformation, and AI-driven change.

On stage, Dora explores leadership, transformation, and future-proofing careers and teams amid AI-driven disruption, translating complex realities into clear, practical insight leaders can act on immediately. She is an AI100 Innovation Leader, Global Data Power Woman, and the creator of SOAR with Confidence®, and has been featured on the CIO Review Magazine cover and in New York City’s Times Square.

Quick speaker clip: https://vimeo.com/1096439356
More at: https://doraboussias.com

Dora Boussias is an award-winning keynote speaker and executive advisor who helps leaders navigate AI-driven change with clarity, confidence, and sound judgment when judgment truly counts. She brings 30 years of real-world leadership and execution ex... Show more

Jan Chlebek

Jan Chlebek

10x certified Microsoft Expert and MCT with 5 years of experience in Microsoft technologies. Active public speaker, blogger, and code snippet author with countless public contributions, prominent both on LinkedIn and GitHub. I thrive on hyper-optimizing applications and tackling challenges at the forefront of technology, ensuring that global clients harness the full potential of both Low Code (with Microsoft Power Platform) and full-stack web development solutions with AI-assisted development to drive their business. Whether it’s simplifying complex workflows or building hyper-optimized applications, I’m always seeking smarter ways to get things done. I’m also deeply committed to empowering others. Teaching and mentoring aren’t just things I do - they’re at the heart of what drives me.

At Clouds On Mars, my role as Tech Lead involves driving solution architecture and development of countless enterprise projects in Power Platform, Azure services, and TypeScript (React)/Python web-based projects.

10x certified Microsoft Expert and MCT with 5 years of experience in Microsoft technologies. Active public speaker, blogger, and code snippet author with countless public contributions, prominent both on LinkedIn and GitHub. I thrive on hyper-optimiz... Show more

Debbie Ireland

Debbie Ireland

Debbie grew up in Rotorua, New Zealand, with 2 siblings.

In 2007, Debbie founded DWR (formerly ShareThePoint Ltd) , a company which specialises in Microsoft 365; implementation, strategy and training. Debbie also organises the annual Digital Workplace Conferences in New Zealand and Australia.

Her focus is helping people understand the business capability and productivity gains that Microsoft 365 can provide. From awareness and education, to change management and adoption, and everything in between, Debbie thrives on the people aspect – understanding the why, along with the what and the how.

Debbie has an extensive Project Management and Solutions background and was awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for nine years and is now a Microsoft Regional Director. Debbie now lives in the sunny Bay of Plenty in New Zealand.

Debbie grew up in Rotorua, New Zealand, with 2 siblings. In 2007, Debbie founded DWR (formerly ShareThePoint Ltd) , a company which specialises in Microsoft 365; implementation, strategy and training. Debbie also organises the annual Digital Workp... Show more

Chris Gardner

Chris Gardner

Chris Gardner is a Senior Products and Platform Engineering Manager for Accenture, the Chairman of the DevSpace Technical Conference and a regular coder. Tortured by years of contracts that valued buzzwords over results, Chris has developed a true passion for finding solutions that fit the problem, not the technology of the week. Chris received his M.S in Computer Science, B.S. in Mathematics, and B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and is currently a Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer, Professional Developer, Information Technology Professional and Trainer.

Chris Gardner is a Senior Products and Platform Engineering Manager for Accenture, the Chairman of the DevSpace Technical Conference and a regular coder. Tortured by years of contracts that valued buzzwords over results, Chris has developed a true pa... Show more

Peter Ward

Peter Ward

Peter Ward is CEO of SoHo Dragon, a New York–based Microsoft Partner — though he began as a CTO and never entirely stopped behaving like one.

While much of the technology industry focuses on what’s new, Peter is more interested in what works. He has spent years helping organizations implement Microsoft cloud solutions by mastering proven capabilities and executing them without unnecessary drama.

A co-author of four SharePoint books and author of Leadership in a Zoom Economy with Microsoft Teams, Peter continues to contribute to GitHub and remains closely involved in Azure and Microsoft 365 delivery. He has a mild distrust of unnecessary complexity, a preference for projects delivered on time and on budget, and a habit of asking what organisations are really trying to optimize.

He believes most expensive technology mistakes look impressive at the time — and that simplicity is still enterprise IT’s most underused advantage.

Other traits
- Good O365 trainer and motivator
- Good at thinking on my feet in meetings or complex situations
- I find myself often being able to get to the heart of the issue whilst not ruffling too many feathers
- Love yoga, vegetarian food, and reading Malcolm Gladwell books

www.sohodragon.nyc
www.wardpeter.com

Peter Ward is CEO of SoHo Dragon, a New York–based Microsoft Partner — though he began as a CTO and never entirely stopped behaving like one. While much of the technology industry focuses on what’s new, Peter is more interested in what works. He h... Show more

Marco Amoedo

Marco Amoedo

Marco is an experienced engineer and technologist who has a deep expertise in Microsoft technologies. As the Global Alliance CTO, Marco leads the technology innovation and digital transformation for the Microsoft and KPMG alliance. He works closely with global teams to ensure smooth Microsoft technology integration and fosters cooperation among different groups. Marco's main goal is to strengthen technology capabilities, supporting clients in delivering state-of-the-art solutions, and enhance the strategic partnership with Microsoft by creating new opportunities for growth. Marco has an MSc in Computer Engineering, a Postgraduate Certificate in Technology Management and has received the Microsoft MVP award 11 times. He is also a member of the British Computer Society and member of the Colexio Profesional de Enxeneria Informatica. Marco's passion lies in enabling digital transformation and innovation. In his spare time, he likes reading, running, CrossFit, and spending time with family.

Marco is an experienced engineer and technologist who has a deep expertise in Microsoft technologies. As the Global Alliance CTO, Marco leads the technology innovation and digital transformation for the Microsoft and KPMG alliance. He works closely w... Show more

Stephan Hochdörfer

Stephan Hochdörfer

Stephan Hochdörfer currently holds the position of Head of IT Business Operations at bitExpert AG, a company specializing in software and mobile development. His primary focus is everything related to web development as well as automation techniques ranging from code generation to deployment automation.

Stephan Hochdörfer currently holds the position of Head of IT Business Operations at bitExpert AG, a company specializing in software and mobile development. His primary focus is everything related to web development as well as automation techniques ... Show more

Katharina Luger

Katharina Luger

Katharina worked multiple years at a Sitecore partner architecting and implementing Sitecore solutions. Since 2022 she is part of Sitecore, first in the Professional Services team as a Solution Architect, now working as a Product Manager in the SitecoreAI team.

Katharina worked multiple years at a Sitecore partner architecting and implementing Sitecore solutions. Since 2022 she is part of Sitecore, first in the Professional Services team as a Solution Architect, now working as a Product Manager in the Sitec... Show more

Sevim Durmuş

Sevim Durmuş

Sevim Durmus is a Cloud Solutions Engineer, AWS Community Builder, and AI Trainer helping businesses build smart, scalable systems with AWS and applied AI. With a background in logistics, automative, e-commerce, and SaaS, she brings practical insights into automation, low-code machine learning, and cloud integration. She teaches on Udemy, creates content for YouTube, and speaks on AI productivity, SageMaker, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

Sevim Durmus is a Cloud Solutions Engineer, AWS Community Builder, and AI Trainer helping businesses build smart, scalable systems with AWS and applied AI. With a background in logistics, automative, e-commerce, and SaaS, she brings practical insight... Show more

Fernando Artigas Alfonso

Fernando Artigas Alfonso

Business Central Technical Consultant with strong expertise in developing AL extensions, automating processes with Power Automate, and creating tailored applications with Power Apps. Experienced in leading complex integrations between Business Central and Dynamics 365 Sales, streamlining company consolidations and data synchronization. Passionate about efficiency, low-code innovation, and continuous process improvement. Active community contributor who enjoys sharing knowledge and experiences at events and with peers.

Business Central Technical Consultant with strong expertise in developing AL extensions, automating processes with Power Automate, and creating tailored applications with Power Apps. Experienced in leading complex integrations between Business Centra... Show more

Alessandro Gherardi

Alessandro Gherardi

6+ years of experience working in Business Intelligence in different contexts: startup/scaleup, Big 4 consultancy firm, remote contractor for US-based tech company and as Community Leader for the Italian Power BI User Group. Currently working as a freelance consultant with customers ranging from small-sized shops to multinational corporations. Experienced in BI development, working daily to solve tasks related to Data Engineering, ETL, SQL and Power BI/SSAS development.

I am among the co-leaders of the Power BI User Group Italy, the biggest Italian community dedicated to BI and Data. For the community I manage and grow social channels, organize events all over Italy (and beyond! We regularly travel to Switzerland for our Ticino Conference) and present technical sessions. If you wish to join any of the social channels of the community, here's a useful LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/powerbiusergroupitaly.

Certified on Power BI (PL-300) and Fabric (DP-600 | DP-700)

6+ years of experience working in Business Intelligence in different contexts: startup/scaleup, Big 4 consultancy firm, remote contractor for US-based tech company and as Community Leader for the Italian Power BI User Group. Currently working as a fr... Show more

Chris Aleman

Chris Aleman

Chris Aleman is a seasoned Data Analytics Manager at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he leverages his expertise to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes.

His passion for data analytics extends beyond his professional responsibilities. As a Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate, a Co-Leader of the San Antonio Power BI User Group (PUG), and a speaker at Community Summit NA 2024 and Spark 2024, hosted by the Alamo Regional Data Alliance, Chris is actively involved in the data community, sharing his knowledge and experience.

When not immersed in data, Chris loves to travel with his wife, having explored 22 countries and covered over 61,000 miles together. Back home, they enjoy the company of their family of furbabies, including five cats, two dogs, a turtle, and too many fish to count.

Chris Aleman is a seasoned Data Analytics Manager at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he leverages his expertise to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes. His passion for data analytics extends beyond... Show more

Paresh Motiwala

Paresh Motiwala

Paresh Motiwala ​PMP; a Fabric enthusiast and a Data Platform Manager has led several large SQL implementations, migrations and upgrades.
He was selected as a "Speaker Idol" finalist for the PASS Summit 2018. He also runs DBA VUG, Houston Area SQL Server User Group and Boston BI User Groups.
He has managed multi terabyte OLTP databases. He has also been a Senior SQL DBA and a Solutions Architect in Fortune 100 companies. He also helps organize and speaks at many PASS Summits, SQL Saturdays, Azure Bootcamp and User Groups. He is certified in Big Data Analytics and FinTech(MIT) Project manager, Public Speaker, an avid singer, cook, open networker, and stand-up comedian. He teaches public speaking, debating, interviewing and group discussion skills. He also mentors DBAs and children around the globe via www.circlesofgrowth.com

Paresh Motiwala ​PMP; a Fabric enthusiast and a Data Platform Manager has led several large SQL implementations, migrations and upgrades. He was selected as a "Speaker Idol" finalist for the PASS Summit 2018. He also runs DBA VUG, Houston Area SQL ... Show more

Zita Pelok

Zita Pelok

Enthusiastic People Analytics professional and organizational sociologist with over 10 years of experience in HR and more than 5 years in Business Intelligence (BI). She is passionate about transforming HR data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and improve organizational performance. She holds a master’s degree in Economic and Organizational Sociology, giving her a unique perspective on the social and behavioral dimensions of workforce analytics.

Founder of ReadyHR.eu, a consultancy service that helps small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) build practical, data-driven HR reporting and People Analytics capabilities.

Based in Kecskemét, near Budapest, Hungary, proud parent of two boys. Outside of work, she loves dancing and is dedicated to continuous learning, always exploring new tools and ideas that elevate the HR analytics profession.

Enthusiastic People Analytics professional and organizational sociologist with over 10 years of experience in HR and more than 5 years in Business Intelligence (BI). She is passionate about transforming HR data into actionable insights that support s... Show more

Steven Chinsky

Steven Chinsky

Past experience
- Over 250+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods
- Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of positions (VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Audit Manager, Controller, and Director Operations)
- Extensive knowledge and implementation over 30 NAV/BC ISV APPs
Awards
- Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP)
- NAVUG/BC All-Star
- 4-time NAVUG/BC Granite Award recipient
- DUG Guardian Award recipient
Professional
- IMA/CMA – Member 1988
- AICPA – Member 1985
- APICS – Member 2004
- DCI Summit – Programming Committee (2012 – Present, Chair (2016-2018), Board of Advisor (2013-2015 and 2021-Present)
- Dynamics User Group (DUG) – NAV/BC Forum Moderator, Dynamics Con Content Committee
- Directions NA – Content Committee (2018-Present)
Certifications
- MCP – MB-800
- Dynamics Credentialed Professional
- Microsoft Certified Professional

Past experience - Over 250+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods - Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of p... Show more

Sónia Cruz

Sónia Cruz

Sónia is a Portuguese/German BI Tech Lead that has been working @DevScope, a Gold Data Analytics Microsoft Partner, for the last 6 years.

Sónia's academic journey began in Biomedical Engineering, where she honed her analytical and problem-solving skills. Her passion for leveraging data to improve healthcare and decision-making led her to her current role. At DevScope, she harnesses her knowledge to drive data-driven solutions, ensuring that insights are not only powerful but also tailored to specific business needs.

She is enthusiastic about anything data related - from programming to data visualization.

Sónia is a Portuguese/German BI Tech Lead that has been working @DevScope, a Gold Data Analytics Microsoft Partner, for the last 6 years. Sónia's academic journey began in Biomedical Engineering, where she honed her analytical and problem-solving ... Show more

Brian Graham

Brian Graham

Brian started programming at the age of seven and has spent over a decade in a zig-zag career from programmer to software architect, manager, and manager-of-managers. Often mistaken for a product manager. He especially enjoys bringing business concepts to the engineering table: Theory of Constraints, Cynefin, cognitive load, flow-based budgeting.

In 2022 he began independent consulting through Building Better Teams in Berlin, working with engineering and product organizations on team design, fast flow, and organizational structure. He is a Team Topologies Advocate (TTA) focused on how teams and organizations adapt as AI reshapes what individuals can do alone.

Brian started programming at the age of seven and has spent over a decade in a zig-zag career from programmer to software architect, manager, and manager-of-managers. Often mistaken for a product manager. He especially enjoys bringing business concep... Show more

Mike Wojtyna

Mike Wojtyna

I'm a software architect with a passion for creating great products 🌱. In my work I combine business and technical skills to deliver outstanding results to my clients. Domain-driven design & Test-driven development are some of my favorite tools. My code is clean and easy to modify, thanks to the modular, loosely coupled design achieved by continuous TDD iterations backed by a deep understanding of business needs.

I'm also a professional consultant, trainer and author of multiple courses.

I firmly believe in unleashing the full potential of software engineers as indispensable contributors to the business landscape. With finely honed analytical skills and a wealth of experience tackling intricate challenges, engineers transcend their role as mere code writers.

Discover how I can guide you in evolving into a professional Technical Business Partner:
http://www.wojtyna.pl
🌱🌳 Let's grow together!

I'm a software architect with a passion for creating great products 🌱. In my work I combine business and technical skills to deliver outstanding results to my clients. Domain-driven design & Test-driven development are some of my favorite tools. My ... Show more

Nigel Cox

Nigel Cox

Manufacturing specialist, also Distribution
Engineer to order, MTO, CTO, MTS. Process, Discrete, Lean.
21+ yrs ERP Leader at Manufacturers (MAPICS in 1975)
29+ yrs ERP Consultant/Educator (20+ yrs AX & D365FSCM)
TechFluent Coach and Mentor volunteer
Regular speaker DynamicsCon and local DUGs
DUG Leader for USA PacPNW
Active on Engage
DUG "AllStar", Community Summit "Legend"
Delivered 30+ 3-day FSCM workshops at Manufacturer sites

Formerly:
Delivered 40+ APICS Certification Workshops (CFPIM, PMP)
APICS & ASQC chapter President, APICS Regional Director
Visiting professor at Community colleges

Manufacturing specialist, also Distribution Engineer to order, MTO, CTO, MTS. Process, Discrete, Lean. 21+ yrs ERP Leader at Manufacturers (MAPICS in 1975) 29+ yrs ERP Consultant/Educator (20+ yrs AX & D365FSCM) TechFluent Coach and Mentor volunt... Show more

Dux Raymond Sy

Dux Raymond Sy

With over 20 years of business and technology experience, Dux has driven organizational transformations worldwide with his ability to simplify complex ideas and deliver relevant solutions. He serves as the Chief Brand Officer of AvePoint who has authored the LinkedIn Learning course How to Build Your Personal Brand, the book SharePoint for Project Management, as well as numerous whitepapers and articles.

As a public speaker, Dux has delivered engaging, interactive presentations to more than 25,000 people at leading industry events around the world. He also hosts the modern workplace podcast #ShiftHappens that focuses on how leading organizations navigated their business transformation journey. Dux advocates tirelessly for inclusion, using technology for good, and philanthropic initiatives.

Connect with him: http://dux.sy

With over 20 years of business and technology experience, Dux has driven organizational transformations worldwide with his ability to simplify complex ideas and deliver relevant solutions. He serves as the Chief Brand Officer of AvePoint who has auth... Show more

Samuel Bastiat

Samuel Bastiat

SM @Tlse

Samuel alias S@M est un gentil organisateur d'Agile Tour Toulouse depuis 2021.
Depuis ses débuts, il souffre dans des organisations inhumaines et a longtemps re-inventé des cadres d'organisation, en détournant les modèles imposés pendant 10 ans, avant de réellement comprendre l’Agilité en la pratiquant en équipe, puis en la diffusant.

Depuis sa découverte des communautés vivantes hors entreprise, S@M se plaît à y participer et depuis 2022, en complément d'organisation et facilitation d'y ajouter de l'animation souvent autour des Liberating Structures et des jeux agiles

SM @Tlse Samuel alias S@M est un gentil organisateur d'Agile Tour Toulouse depuis 2021. Depuis ses débuts, il souffre dans des organisations inhumaines et a longtemps re-inventé des cadres d'organisation, en détournant les modèles imposés pendant... Show more

Benjamin Igna

Benjamin Igna

Benjamin Igna is a partner at it-agile, where he leads transformation efforts and supports agile coaches in creating sustainable change. As the founder of Stellar Work, he focuses on guiding organizations through transformations that measurably improve their business and help them reach their goals. With experience working with renowned companies like Ford Motor Company, Siemens, Wandelbots, and 3M, Benjamin’s approach combines deep organizational analysis with practical strategies. Through his Stellar Work podcast, he engages with industry leaders to explore cutting-edge insights into business transformation and the future of work.

Benjamin Igna is a partner at it-agile, where he leads transformation efforts and supports agile coaches in creating sustainable change. As the founder of Stellar Work, he focuses on guiding organizations through transformations that measurably impro... Show more

Scott Sosna

Scott Sosna

Architect, engineer, designer, speaker, writer - professionally I've worn many hats spanning diverse business domains and tech stacks, and know a new challenge awaits!

Conferences allow me to share my experiences and insights to help you navigate our constantly-changing technical landscape with confidence. Though implementations differ, the underlying solutions - and problems within - often repeat. My goal is to share what I've learned so you can recognize patterns and make better decisions in your own work.

Architect, engineer, designer, speaker, writer - professionally I've worn many hats spanning diverse business domains and tech stacks, and know a new challenge awaits! Conferences allow me to share my experiences and insights to help you navigate ... Show more

Monika Rajput

Monika Rajput

Monika Rajput is a Senior Technical Consultant at Ahead, where she helps build real-world data and cloud solutions. Over the years, she’s worked with four early-stage startups, shaping products from idea to launch. Alongside her technical work, she’s passionate about helping others grow in tech. She has mentored over 200+ students and actively contributes to the community as a CNCF Ambassador and organiser of CNCF Gurugram.

Monika is also the founder of TMS: The Monika Rajput Stack, a podcast where she shares stories from the world of data, AI, and cloud, featuring people doing meaningful work in tech. She’s currently serving as a Program Committee Member for KubeCon + CloudNativeCon in China, Japan, and India. Her goal is to make technology more open, relatable, and accessible, especially for those who are just getting started.

Monika Rajput is a Senior Technical Consultant at Ahead, where she helps build real-world data and cloud solutions. Over the years, she’s worked with four early-stage startups, shaping products from idea to launch. Alongside her technical work, she’s... Show more

Lorenzo Satta Chiris

Lorenzo Satta Chiris

Lorenzo Satta Chiris is a tech educator and entrepreneur passionate about making technology accessible to everyone. A current Global Excellence Engineering and Entrepreneurship scholar at the University of Exeter, Lorenzo directed Excode & ExeAI, the UK's largest student-led coding bootcamps, where he has taught code to over 2400 attendees, earning Tech SouthWest Best Organisation and Finalist Best Education Initiative Awards.

Lorenzo specialises in AI and society along three pillars: Research (co-authoring AURA, an Agent Autonomy Risk Assessment framework), teaching (running AI Upskilling programs) and entreprise (AI Consulting with an emphasis on ethical, guard-railed, and high-performing systems). Across these pillars he focuses on safe, useful autonomy: bringing AI systems and agentic AI from lab to lecture hall to real-world operations.

Lorenzo’s journey as a tech advocate and Entrepreneur spans diverse roles: through his multiple ventures, moderating panels, directing tech communities (e.g Google Club), hosting 100+ attendees’ events, and pitching winning ideas at prestigious competitions (Elevate and Nasa Space App Winner). Through his blog, read by over 200,000 tech enthusiasts worldwide, and his role as a technical writer, Lorenzo inspires others to view technology as an empowering force for creativity and innovation. His work focuses on bridging the gap between technical and non-technical audiences to foster our shared digital future.

Lorenzo Satta Chiris is a tech educator and entrepreneur passionate about making technology accessible to everyone. A current Global Excellence Engineering and Entrepreneurship scholar at the University of Exeter, Lorenzo directed Excode & ExeAI, the... Show more

Ivan Milanov

Ivan Milanov

Ivan is an Engineering Manager, holding a Master’s degree in Software Engineering and IT Management, Microsoft Certified Professional, Scrum Evangelist, Stoic Thinker, and creator of the 3S Method — a practical blend of Scrum, Stoicism, and Systems Thinking.

With 15+ years in software development, including 5+ in leadership, he has worked internationally across Benelux, Scandinavia, the USA, DACH, and Spain. His experience spans hands-on engineering, Agile leadership, people management, and guiding organizations through complex change.

In his role as an Engineering Manager, Ivan thrives at the intersection of technology, people, and resilient leadership. He is passionate about complex projects, AI, asynchronous collaboration, and building strong teams grounded in feedback culture and continuous improvement.

On stage as "The Agile Jedi", he presents his 3S Method to help teams simplify complexity, make better decisions, and stay focused and calm under pressure.

Outside of work, Ivan enjoys guitar music 🎸, basketball 🏀, road trips 🚐, AI, and a slight note-taking obsession.

"Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work." – Aristotle

Ivan is an Engineering Manager, holding a Master’s degree in Software Engineering and IT Management, Microsoft Certified Professional, Scrum Evangelist, Stoic Thinker, and creator of the 3S Method — a practical blend of Scrum, Stoicism, and Systems T... Show more

Ivan Arribas

Ivan Arribas

https://vandalytic.com (Blog de Power BI)
https://waibbo.com (partner Microsoft especializado en Analítica de Datos)

https://vandalytic.com (Blog de Power BI) https://waibbo.com (partner Microsoft especializado en Analítica de Datos) Show more

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