Lisa G is an innovation strategist and transformation architect who has shaped the digital evolution of global brands including Fortune 50 media companies, The New York Times, and Etsy. With more than two decades of experience bridging technology, creativity, and culture, she helps organizations translate complexity into clarity and scale transformation with precision and purpose.

Lisa G is an innovation strategist and transformation architect who has shaped the digital evolution of global brands including Fortune 50 media companies, The New York Times, and Etsy. With more than two decades of experience bridging technology, cr... Show more

As a seasoned IT Operations and Business Management professional with over two decades of extensive experience, I am passionately engaged in collaborating with global organizations to harness the full potential of Dynamics 365 and cloud technologies.

As a founding member and the driving force behind Intelegain, a consulting firm celebrated for its expertise in Enterprise Integration and Software Development, I lead our mission to deliver bespoke solutions across a diverse array of sectors. Our expertise spans Retail, Financial Services, Travel, Workforce Automation, Pharmaceuticals, M-commerce, E-Learning, and more. With a robust presence in the USA, UK, Australia, Singapore, and India, we are well-positioned to serve our clients' needs globally.

In addition to my role at Intelegain, I hold various positions within the International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners (IAMCP), the world's largest community of Microsoft partners. As the IAMCP APAC Secretary, I am dedicated to fostering and nurturing the community within the APAC region, ensuring that our members thrive and succeed in their endeavors.

As a seasoned IT Operations and Business Management professional with over two decades of extensive experience, I am passionately engaged in collaborating with global organizations to harness the full potential of Dynamics 365 and cloud technologies.... Show more

Mandar Chiplunkar is a product leader with over 14 years of experience driving digital transformation across insurance, logistics, and retail tech. He has built and launched AI-powered solutions, including a domain-trained Copilot for insurance advisors that blends large language models with real-world business workflows. Passionate about making technology practical and human-centered, Mandar focuses on turning complex systems into tools that empower people and deliver measurable impact.

Mandar Chiplunkar is a product leader with over 14 years of experience driving digital transformation across insurance, logistics, and retail tech. He has built and launched AI-powered solutions, including a domain-trained Copilot for insurance advis... Show more

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help companies with the successful implementation of agile methods in project organizations and the improvement of software quality with agile QA methods.

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help compani... Show more

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest minority — 1.85 billion disabled people. As founder of Audio Accessibility, she consults on improving communication access for 466 million deaf and hard-of-hearing people worldwide. Sveta’s book and TEDx talk highlight the business benefits of high-quality captioning to increase audience reach and ROI. With an MS in Internet Technology and over 20 years of experience in design, technology, and accessibility, Sveta combines her personal experience with deafness and professional expertise to offer unique insights into the critical importance of accessibility.

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest min... Show more

Kelly Gonsalves is a NYC-based entrepreneur and the owner of an accounting firm specializing in e-commerce. She founded Totally Booked in 2015 to help small businesses boost profitability through efficient accounting and technology. A QuickBooks Level 2 Certified ProAdvisor and two-time Insightful Accountant Top 10 ProAdvisor, Kelly has co-founded three companies and worked with Intuit as a consultant and content creator. She's a frequent speaker at industry conferences and a webinar host, plus an Intuit Trainer Writer Network alumnus. Outside work, she enjoys paddleboarding with her dog, cooking, and DIY projects.

Kelly Gonsalves is a NYC-based entrepreneur and the owner of an accounting firm specializing in e-commerce. She founded Totally Booked in 2015 to help small businesses boost profitability through efficient accounting and technology. A QuickBooks Leve... Show more

Jessica is a fundraising professional specialising in donor care, stewardship, and supporter engagement. In her role as Donor Care Manager at Plan International Australia, she is passionate about ethical, impact‑led fundraising and connecting supporters with the real change created by their giving. Jessica is a member of the Fundraising Institute of Australia and sits on the Victorian State Committee.

Jessica is a fundraising professional specialising in donor care, stewardship, and supporter engagement. In her role as Donor Care Manager at Plan International Australia, she is passionate about ethical, impact‑led fundraising and connecting support... Show more

Elizabeth Sullivan is an author, speaker, and NFT enthusiast who simplifies complex blockchain concepts to inspire action in both young and mature audiences. Through her pioneering work in blockchain education, she empowers others to embrace innovation, act on their ideas, and become trailblazers in their fields.

Elizabeth Sullivan is an author, speaker, and NFT enthusiast who simplifies complex blockchain concepts to inspire action in both young and mature audiences. Through her pioneering work in blockchain education, she empowers others to embrace innovati... Show more

http://about.me/manuel.vidaurre
Manuel Vidaurre is the Chief Technology Officer at Galileo - Ben&Frank, the largest direct-to-consumer lenses brand in Mexico and throughout Latin America. With over 30 years of experience in information systems, Manuel has led successful projects across multiple countries.

A recognized international consultant, speaker, workshop leader, and facilitator, Manuel brings comprehensive expertise across the entire product development lifecycle—from conceptualization and implementation to quality assurance and optimization.

His strategic vision combines technical excellence with business acumen, enabling organizations to leverage technology as a competitive advantage in rapidly evolving markets. Throughout his career, Manuel has specialized in guiding companies through digital transformation, developing resilient software architectures, and building high-performing technical teams.

Prior to joining Galileo - Ben&Frank, Manuel served as CTO of OCC, where he led technological initiatives that significantly enhanced the company's market position and operational capabilities.

Manuel is passionate about evolutionary architectures, developer experience as a strategic pillar, and implementing antifragile design principles inspired by Residuality Theory.

*For speaking engagements, consulting opportunities, or collaboration proposals, please contact Manuel via LinkedIn or his professional email.*

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*"Technology should evolve with your business, not constrain it. The best architectures are those that transform uncertainty into opportunity."*

http://about.me/manuel.vidaurre Manuel Vidaurre is the Chief Technology Officer at Galileo - Ben&Frank, the largest direct-to-consumer lenses brand in Mexico and throughout Latin America. With over 30 years of experience in information systems, Manu... Show more

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlorenzoe/

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Bishesh Khadka is the Founder and CEO of Imprezia, a YC backed startup building monetization infra for AIapplications. Imprezia helps developers monetize chatbots, copilots, and agentic workflows using privacy-safe, contextual ads embedded directly into AI-generated experiences.

Previously, Bishesh built large-scale infrastructure and monetization systems at Meta and Amazon, where he saw firsthand how existing adtech and subscription models fail to map cleanly onto conversational AI. He started Imprezia to address the growing gap between how users interact with the internet today and how developers get paid for building high-quality AI products.

His work focuses on AI-native business models, real-time intent monetization, and developer-first infrastructure. Bishesh frequently speaks about the future of the internet, the breakdown of traditional monetization models, and how developers can build sustainable AI products without sacrificing user trust or experience.

Bishesh Khadka is the Founder and CEO of Imprezia, a YC backed startup building monetization infra for AIapplications. Imprezia helps developers monetize chatbots, copilots, and agentic workflows using privacy-safe, contextual ads embedded directly i... Show more

Many years of Consultancy experience in ConfigMgr and Intune.
Now love chatting about patching with Patch My PC

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Phylese M. Jackson, PMP, CSM is a technology program management professional with a diverse background across many industries, including Financial Services, FinTech, Hospitality, and exposure to start-up environments. She is currently responsible for developing and executing strategies to streamline program and project management within an enterprise technology organization. Phylese is a dedicated practitioner who enjoys finding practical ways to make the discipline more accessible and easier to understand for all. She is passionate about bridging the gap between strategy and agility to solidify the importance of non-technical roles in the advancement of technology.

Phylese M. Jackson, PMP, CSM is a technology program management professional with a diverse background across many industries, including Financial Services, FinTech, Hospitality, and exposure to start-up environments. She is currently responsible for... Show more

John Athayde is a designer and developer who spends his days fighting bad coding practices in the Rails view layer. He runs Meticulous, a product design & branding consultancy that has been shipping with Rails since 1.0. He also is a partner in Ocufii, a startup focused on improving safety through movement notifications. He lives on a small permaculture farm outside of Charlottesville where he can garden and play in the dirt with his wife and four children, chickens, goats, and dairy cow.

John Athayde is a designer and developer who spends his days fighting bad coding practices in the Rails view layer. He runs Meticulous, a product design & branding consultancy that has been shipping with Rails since 1.0. He also is a partner in Ocufi... Show more

Words are vehicles. I load them with my meaning, and you unpack them through your experience. The gap between those two realities? That's where miscommunication lives.

I spend my days closing that gap.

As a speaker, I take this message to audiences. As a speaker coach, I help leaders communicate with clarity on stage. As a consultant, I help teams and organizations speak the same language.

Because when communication clicks, when my meaning and your experience align, everything changes. Organizations become healthier. Relationships deepen. Ideas spread. Innovation flourishes. Because, the clearer we communicate, the better worlds we create. That's what I do.

I help leaders and teams build better worlds, one conversation at a time.

Words are vehicles. I load them with my meaning, and you unpack them through your experience. The gap between those two realities? That's where miscommunication lives. I spend my days closing that gap. As a speaker, I take this message to audi... Show more

Eric has helped thousands of people buy homes, build wealth, and feel confident about one of life’s biggest financial decisions. Since entering the mortgage industry in 2015, he’s closed over $1 billion in home loans and earned a reputation for solving complex financing scenarios with clarity, speed, and care. He also has extensive experience helping veterans use VA IRRRLs to reduce their monthly payments quickly with minimal documentation.

Eric’s approach is deeply shaped by the customer service philosophy in Raving Fans by Ken Blanchard—a book he credits as a major influence in his career. He believes every client deserves more than a smooth transaction—they deserve a standout experience that’s personal, consistent, and always better than expected. That mindset drives everything he does at LendFriend, from how his team communicates to how they show up when things get complicated.

While Eric works with a wide range of homebuyers and homeowners, he has deep expertise in helping clients who fall outside the traditional lending box—self-employed borrowers, real estate investors, crypto holders, and others with unique financial profiles. He specializes in VA, Conventional, and Jumbo loans, as well as Non-QM solutions like bank statement, DSCR, and asset depletion programs.

Whether you're buying your first home or financing your fifth, Eric brings the same thoughtful, personalized approach to every deal. He leads the LendFriend team with a focus on transparency, creativity, and making sure every client walks away feeling like they had someone in their corner from day one.

Eric has helped thousands of people buy homes, build wealth, and feel confident about one of life’s biggest financial decisions. Since entering the mortgage industry in 2015, he’s closed over $1 billion in home loans and earned a reputation for solvi... Show more

Head of Security | Cybersecurity & Compliance Expert

Strategic Information Security leader with extensive experience in safeguarding critical infrastructure and regulatory compliance. Currently serving as Head of Security at fyn, I oversee the security architecture of global GKE platforms, ensuring high-level operational resilience.

Key Expertise:

Regulatory Compliance: Specialist in PCI DSS (v4 certification) and implementation of ISO 27001 & NIST frameworks.

Cloud Security: Advanced security management for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) environments.

Risk Management: Information security auditing and proactive threat mitigation.

DevSecOps & SysAdmin: Integrating security into the development lifecycle and systems administration.

I am dedicated to upholding the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability), turning security into a core business driver.

Head of Security | Cybersecurity & Compliance Expert Strategic Information Security leader with extensive experience in safeguarding critical infrastructure and regulatory compliance. Currently serving as Head of Security at fyn, I oversee the sec... Show more

Lauren captivates audiences with her energetic approach to conflict management and leadership development, creating spaces where intellectual growth meets emotional safety. She transforms complex interpersonal challenges into "totally relevant" actionable strategies, empowering participants to immediately control stress and humanize their work interactions. Attendees consistently describe her sessions as "amazing" and "enjoyable," leaving them feeling insightful and equipped with practical tools for both professional and personal growth. Her unique blend of fun, interactive methods reminds leaders of the fundamental "magic" in effective coaching, making her expertise valuable across all organizational levels.

Lauren captivates audiences with her energetic approach to conflict management and leadership development, creating spaces where intellectual growth meets emotional safety. She transforms complex interpersonal challenges into "totally relevant" actio... Show more

I am a 32-year-old from Córdoba with a lifelong passion for process optimization. Thanks to the versatility AI offers, I enjoy applying it to my projects as a Power Platform specialist at MDW Partners.

Originally, I pursued double majors in Business Administration and Management and Law, and I hold an MBA. However, I've always been fascinated by computer science. After several years of using reports for analytical decision-making, I decided to shift my focus to creating them directly.

Later, I discovered the potential of Power Platform, and I now focus on developing complete solutions using the tools available on this platform. With the growing interest in AI among companies, I incorporate Azure OpenAI tools like GPT, DALL·E, and Whisper into many of my projects.

I am a 32-year-old from Córdoba with a lifelong passion for process optimization. Thanks to the versatility AI offers, I enjoy applying it to my projects as a Power Platform specialist at MDW Partners. Originally, I pursued double majors in Busine... Show more

Vikash Agrawal is a Software Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading initiatives in the AWS CloudWatch team. Previously, he played a key role in developing Amazon Q Developer, a Generative AI-powered assistant for developers. With over a decade of experience in software engineering and leadership, Vikash has led high-impact teams at Housing.com and Dream11. A strong advocate for open-source, he has contributed to Mozilla and the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) through Google Summer of Code. Passionate about AI, cloud computing, and engineering excellence, he is dedicated to building cutting-edge technology that empowers developers worldwide.

Vikash Agrawal is a Software Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading initiatives in the AWS CloudWatch team. Previously, he played a key role in developing Amazon Q Developer, a Generative AI-powered assistant for developers. With o... Show more

Jade Everage, aka Marketing Moonie, is a social media marketer whose passion is bringing marketing solutions to small businesses and creators in the nerd culture space. From cosplayers and con vendors to anime podcasts and geek‑brand startups, she helps micro‑brands tap into the growing fandom market economy with tailored marketing systems, community growth, content strategies.

Jade Everage, aka Marketing Moonie, is a social media marketer whose passion is bringing marketing solutions to small businesses and creators in the nerd culture space. From cosplayers and con vendors to anime podcasts and geek‑brand startups, she he... Show more

- Role: Founder and authorized representative of ARTINCELL ( www.artincell.com )

- Expertise: Mobile/server integration, SaaS administration, DNS management, SQL Server, workflow automation.

- Community contribution: Educator and workflow designer, experienced in creating onboarding guides and reusable templates for technical teams.

- Languages: Spanish and English (session delivered in English).

- Focus Experience in MAUI: Since July 2024 started to migrate a real Xamarin Apps now using in 6 companys in 3 countries they are expecting to use the new MAUI App this year

- Role: Founder and authorized representative of ARTINCELL ( www.artincell.com ) - Expertise: Mobile/server integration, SaaS administration, DNS management, SQL Server, workflow automation. - Community contribution: Educator and workflow desig... Show more

I’m a journalist, content creator, and speaker living in northern California Wine Country. My goal is to promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in wine/spirits, food, and travel with a focus on the places, the products, and most importantly the people! My writing and video content can be seen in Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, VinePair, Haute Living San Francisco, Dwell, HotelsAbovePar, Wine Enthusiast, and many other media platforms. Follow me on Instagram @mrnoelburgess and YouTube @noelburgessonourway

I’m a journalist, content creator, and speaker living in northern California Wine Country. My goal is to promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in wine/spirits, food, and travel with a focus on the places, the products, and most importantly t... Show more

Andy Waldrop is VP of Digital Experiences at WebMD Ignite. He leads the product and engineering teams focused on solutions that improve consumer experiences across the patient journey. Andy has been an innovator in the digital marketing space for over 15 years with leadership experience consulting with some of the largest health systems in the U.S. Prior to WebMD, Andy lead a full-service digital marketing agency from inception to successful acquisition leading all aspects of digital services.

Andy Waldrop is VP of Digital Experiences at WebMD Ignite. He leads the product and engineering teams focused on solutions that improve consumer experiences across the patient journey. Andy has been an innovator in the digital marketing space for ove... Show more

Focused on building strong, transparent, and long-lasting relationships, Britany is a Senior Account Strategist at Last Call Media. With a high-level view of our client's needs and goals, she serves as the integral bridge between the sales team, project team and clients.

Her background in project management, DE&I, and digital consultancy has cultivated her passion for client service through collaboration, communication, and stewardship - this is the most rewarding part of her role.

Focused on building strong, transparent, and long-lasting relationships, Britany is a Senior Account Strategist at Last Call Media. With a high-level view of our client's needs and goals, she serves as the integral bridge between the sales team, proj... Show more

Dr. Kylie Bragdon, Ed.D., is a transformational leadership expert and workforce strategist committed to solving one of today’s most pressing challenges: 75% of businesses are struggling to find employees with the right skills. Drawing on her background as an educator and executive leader, Dr. Bragdon empowers organizations to close the talent gap by building innovative, future-ready training solutions.

She is widely recognized for her ability to translate complex challenges into actionable strategies, blending real-world leadership experience with cutting-edge approaches to workforce development. With deep expertise in upskilling, organizational change, and talent pipeline design, she equips leaders with the tools to foster resilience, cultivate high-performing teams, and drive sustainable growth.

Dr. Bragdon’s work is rooted in the belief that the future of work will be built, not found. Her mission is to change the world with kindness by helping organizations create environments where people and performance thrive together.

Dr. Kylie Bragdon, Ed.D., is a transformational leadership expert and workforce strategist committed to solving one of today’s most pressing challenges: 75% of businesses are struggling to find employees with the right skills. Drawing on her backgr... Show more

I'm a freelance backend engineer with expertise in Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot, helping startups and scale-ups build scalable systems and evolve their digital products. I've worked across various sectors including Real Estate and Food & Beverage, developing solutions on both monolithic and microservices architectures. In my free time, I enjoy traveling with my spouse, exploring nature through outdoor activities and studying new technologies.

I'm a freelance backend engineer with expertise in Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot, helping startups and scale-ups build scalable systems and evolve their digital products. I've worked across various sectors including Real Estate and Food & Beverage, d... Show more

Patricia is a software architect at DEVK Insurance. During her professional career, spanning +20 years, she has worked in finance, insurance and sales domains, with a focus on Java, Spring Boot and building flexible architectures

Patricia is a software architect at DEVK Insurance. During her professional career, spanning +20 years, she has worked in finance, insurance and sales domains, with a focus on Java, Spring Boot and building flexible architectures Show more

Terra L. Fletcher is a fractional CMO and marketing strategist known for helping businesses achieve sustainable growth. With 17 years of experience, she specializes in simplifying complex marketing strategies and empowering organizations to rebrand, scale, and succeed. Terra is the author of Flex Your Marketing and a dynamic speaker who has inspired audiences nationwide with her actionable insights and values-first approach.

Terra L. Fletcher is a fractional CMO and marketing strategist known for helping businesses achieve sustainable growth. With 17 years of experience, she specializes in simplifying complex marketing strategies and empowering organizations to rebrand, ... Show more

Surya Appini is a Senior Staff Engineer and Architect at Meta Reality Labs, where he leads the architecture, training, and deployment of LLM-powered multimodal AI assistant systems for wearables, including AI smart glasses, Quest devices, and next-generation AR platforms. His work spans end-to-end system design, covering model training and integration, low-latency inference, reliability, privacy, and global production deployment at scale.

Previously, Surya was a founding engineer and technical lead for Microsoft Teams, where he helped architect and scale core real-time messaging, calling, and collaboration systems from initial launch to worldwide adoption across enterprise and consumer users.

Surya holds a Bachelors (Honors) in Computer Science and Engineering from IIT Madras and a Masters in Computer Science from University of Washington. He is an active reviewer and judge for top AI conferences and hackathons, contributing to the research and developer community through peer review and technical mentorship.

Surya Appini is a Senior Staff Engineer and Architect at Meta Reality Labs, where he leads the architecture, training, and deployment of LLM-powered multimodal AI assistant systems for wearables, including AI smart glasses, Quest devices, and next-ge... Show more