My expertise in facilitating transformational change is underscored by a robust portfolio in various sectors including manufacturing, food & beverage and professional services. Our team's success in implementing ERP systems and leveraging analytical skills has consistently driven operational efficiencies and competitive advantage for our customers

I have the pleasure of also being the Global Industry Expert Lead for Manufacturing at Columbus. I am part of a strong team of technology-agnostic industry experts who collectively possess an extensive understanding of the industry's dynamics, trends, challenges, best practices and thought leadership. We aim to apply this effectively in daily operations, problem-solving, decision-making and collaborative efforts with our clients.

My expertise in facilitating transformational change is underscored by a robust portfolio in various sectors including manufacturing, food & beverage and professional services. Our team's success in implementing ERP systems and leveraging analytical ... Show more

David Igbigbi is a Senior Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience in software engineering. Throughout his career he has collaborated with globally recognized companies including AB-InBev (the world's largest brewery), TheBulb Africa, and Duplo Finance (YC W22). His expertise spans across FMCG and Fintech sectors, where he has designed and built scalable applications while leading development teams in delivering impactful software solutions.
Beyond technical delivery, David maintains a deep commitment to mentoring junior developers, helping them unlock their full potential and navigate their career paths in technology.

David Igbigbi is a Senior Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience in software engineering. Throughout his career he has collaborated with globally recognized companies including AB-InBev (the world's largest brewery), TheBulb Africa, and Du... Show more

Stevie Sims is a Lead Power Platform Developer at Shell, where he leverages his expertise in building innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform. With a strong focus on Power Apps, automation, AI integration, and process improvement, Stevie is dedicated to driving digital transformation and evangelizing AI and Citizen Development through the Power Platform's suite of low-code/no-code tools.

Stevie Sims is a Lead Power Platform Developer at Shell, where he leverages his expertise in building innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform. With a strong focus on Power Apps, automation, AI integration, and process improvement, Ste... Show more

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins.

Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity.

With a career spanning roles as an energy trader, global head of innovation, and startup founder, Stephen has worked with companies of all sizes - from agile one-person ventures, to European scale-ups, to multinational corporations with over 100,000 employees.

As the founder of Culturedge®, Stephen advises medium to large enterprises on building the structures and strategies they need to embed innovation, take manageable risks and achieve exponential growth.

As the co-founder of Strategy Quest, Stephen gives companies the opportunity to co-design AI-powered business simulations and wargames - to strengthen their resilience and decision-making under uncertain conditions.

Known for pushing boundaries and telling executives not what they want, but what they need to hear – Stephen has helped redesign flagship products like ABN AMRO Bank's Tikkie and established global innovation frameworks at organisations like SGS.

A polyglot and global citizen, Stephen has lived in five countries and speaks five languages, bringing an international perspective to every new challenge.

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins. Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity. ... Show more

Kim B Miller is a TEDx speaker, Poet Laureate Emerita, and former corporate executive redefining leadership through bold storytelling, spoken word, and real-world experience.

She challenges audiences to rethink accountability, recognition, and workplace culture while drawing on her extensive experience in parenting and family facilitation to provide insights into communication, coaching, and guiding individuals through complex challenges.

Kim delivered keynotes at the Women’s Leadership Summit at Rochester Institute of Technology, the S.E.A.L. Awards at Northern Virginia Community College, and the YMS B.O.L.D. Moves™ Conference 2026. She has also performed internationally in Paris, France, and on stages such as The Atlas Performing Arts Center (DC) and La Peña Cultural Center (CA).

A dynamic facilitator, Kim leads interactive workshops on leadership, communication, storytelling, culture, and personal growth equipping audiences with practical strategies and unforgettable experiences that drive lasting impact.

Kim B Miller is a TEDx speaker, Poet Laureate Emerita, and former corporate executive redefining leadership through bold storytelling, spoken word, and real-world experience. She challenges audiences to rethink accountability, recognition, and wor... Show more

Pierre Hulsebus has spent more than 40 years pushing the boundaries of what service teams can achieve with technology and AI. As Global Field Service Director at Alithya, he works directly with leaders and frontline teams to cut through complexity, unlock new performance, and keep customers at the center of every decision. One of Microsoft’s original Global Black Belts for service, Pierre has helped shape the evolution of modern service platforms and the way organizations think about frontline operations.
His background spans sales, coaching, architecture, and service leadership, giving him a rare ability to see across the entire service ecosystem and turn insight into action. A four‑time Titanium Award recipient, he is known for elevating teams, accelerating growth, and bringing clarity to challenges that stall others.
Beyond the enterprise world, Pierre invests deeply in education and access. He serves on the Curriculum Advisory Board at Ferris State University and works with Expanding Boundaries International to bring STEAM learning to underserved communities across Africa and Baltimore. He continues to share ideas with the global service community, blending decades of experience with a passionate belief in what people can accomplish when complexity gets out of their way.

Pierre Hulsebus has spent more than 40 years pushing the boundaries of what service teams can achieve with technology and AI. As Global Field Service Director at Alithya, he works directly with leaders and frontline teams to cut through complexity, u... Show more

Lead UX/Digital Product Designer with over 20 years of experience and certification in design strategy. My career spans major tech hubs, including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and London, where I've delivered impactful digital solutions across diverse industries.

Beyond client work, I'm committed to advancing the design community through thought leadership and mentorship. I regularly publish insights on UX and product design, speak at industry conferences and events, and mentor emerging designers. My work has built an engaged audience of 10,000+ followers across Medium, LinkedIn, and X.

Lead UX/Digital Product Designer with over 20 years of experience and certification in design strategy. My career spans major tech hubs, including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and London, where I've delivered impactful digital solutions acro... Show more

Dor Amram is a Technical Leader with over a decade of experience in software engineering, delivering high-quality and scalable systems. He has expertise in several programming languages and is adept at mentoring junior developers. Dor is passionate about staying current with the latest industry technologies and loves spending time finding simple solutions to complex problems.

Dor Amram is a Technical Leader with over a decade of experience in software engineering, delivering high-quality and scalable systems. He has expertise in several programming languages and is adept at mentoring junior developers. Dor is passionate a... Show more

In a relentless pursuit of knowledge and awesome experiences. Working with Mobile apps for 9 years, baking well with start(ups(and downs)), and have been part of awesome products and teams. mostly Android.
Now working on reusable components in KMM and UI libraries in Jetpack compose.

In a relentless pursuit of knowledge and awesome experiences. Working with Mobile apps for 9 years, baking well with start(ups(and downs)), and have been part of awesome products and teams. mostly Android. Now working on reusable components in KMM a... Show more

AI Scientist driving scalable retail modeling, causal inference, and supply chain decisions for Target's growing digital business. Previously, he was a Graduate student in AI at Duke with research stints at the Center for Advanced Hindsight and IBM Labs for their open source and pro bono initiatives.

AI Scientist driving scalable retail modeling, causal inference, and supply chain decisions for Target's growing digital business. Previously, he was a Graduate student in AI at Duke with research stints at the Center for Advanced Hindsight and IBM L... Show more

Durga Krishnamoorthy is a Digital Product Management Leader with 12 years of experience in Retail, AI and Financial Services. Backed by strong academics from Carnegie Mellon University, she brings her experiences from Fortune 500 Brands such as Cognizant, Kroger, Petco, TikTok and EY to thought leadership at Forbes, IEEE research and alike. She serves as a Board Member for a US-based Product Management Community.

Always love to give back through mentoring, writing, and speaking about the evolving role of Product leadership in shaping business and societal outcomes. Reach out to me at durga.krish33@gmail.com or setup time on https://adplist.org/mentors/durga-krishnamoorthy

Durga Krishnamoorthy is a Digital Product Management Leader with 12 years of experience in Retail, AI and Financial Services. Backed by strong academics from Carnegie Mellon University, she brings her experiences from Fortune 500 Brands such as Cogni... Show more

Arquitecto DevOps - Soluciones, con experiencia en soluciones cloud y modernizacion de aplicaciones para banca , telecomunicaciones y retail. Especializado en
Google Cloud . Community Builder y Organizador de GDG Lima. Instructor y docente de cloud e inteligencia artificial.

Arquitecto DevOps - Soluciones, con experiencia en soluciones cloud y modernizacion de aplicaciones para banca , telecomunicaciones y retail. Especializado en Google Cloud . Community Builder y Organizador de GDG Lima. Instructor y docente de cloud... Show more

Results-driven Industrial Engineer experience in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving operational
efficiency, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Skilled in utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma method
ologies, and data-driven analysis to streamline workflows and enhance productivity. Proven ability to lead
cross-functional teams to develop and execute process improvements, resulting in significant reductions in pro
duction costs and cycle times. Expertise in conducting root cause analysis, managing projects from conception
to completion, and leveraging advanced analytical tools to drive decision-making. Strong communicator with a
history of collaborating with stakeholders to achieve organizational goals and deliver measurable results.

Results-driven Industrial Engineer experience in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving operational efficiency, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Skilled in utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma method ologies, and data-driven anal... Show more

Hello, I’m Liam Thomas, a Travel Consultant at hotairballoondubairide.com. We’re passionate about helping travelers experience Dubai’s desert from above with safe, comfortable, and memorable hot air balloon adventures. Our experiences include Standard Hot Air Balloon Ride, Deluxe Hot Air Balloon Ride, Premium Hot Air Balloon Dubai, and Platinum Hot Air Balloon Dubai. Whether you’re traveling with family, friends, as a couple, solo, or with a group, we offer balloon experiences to suit different preferences and comfort levels. From peaceful sunrise views to breathtaking desert landscapes, our goal is to make every journey enjoyable, smooth, and filled with unforgettable moments.

Hello, I’m Liam Thomas, a Travel Consultant at hotairballoondubairide.com. We’re passionate about helping travelers experience Dubai’s desert from above with safe, comfortable, and memorable hot air balloon adventures. Our experiences include Standar... Show more

Shanaya Fernandes is an entrepreneur and the founder of The Creative Orbit. She also built Mail in Waves, a product that was later acquired.

Over the years, she has worked with more than 70 brands across different industries like HDFC Life, Food Darzee, Cetaphil baby. She has also worked at Sony Music Entertainment, and her work has been featured in The Entrepreneurs of India and DailyHunt.

Shanaya enjoys building things, exploring new ideas, and understanding how people think and make decisions. She is especially interested in how technology and human behaviour come together to shape the way we live and work.

Shanaya Fernandes is an entrepreneur and the founder of The Creative Orbit. She also built Mail in Waves, a product that was later acquired. Over the years, she has worked with more than 70 brands across different industries like HDFC Life, Food D... Show more

Janet’s commitment to a standard of excellence is driven by her dedication to a life of learning and growing. She was welcomed into the field of Dentistry in 1998 by a Dentist who took her under his wing and showed her everything she was willing to learn. Having spent the first ten years working as a cross-trained dental assistant, she discovered her passion for the business of healthcare in 2008 when she partnered with a Dentist to open a startup in the middle of a national recession. Today, she partners with businesses Nationwide to fine tune the many variables that hinder productivity.

Janet’s educational journey includes a degree in Organizational Leadership, Business, and Communication from Rollins College in Winter Park, FL. She is a recognized Consultant with the National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultants (NSCHBC) and is a part of the AADOM Speaker/Consultant Alliance with the American Association of Dental Office Management where she has also been awarded Fellowship distinction. In 2021, Janet expanded her impact further by becoming a registered Fraud Examiner with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), where she supports businesses in identifying and preventing employee theft and embezzlement.

Janet’s commitment to a standard of excellence is driven by her dedication to a life of learning and growing. She was welcomed into the field of Dentistry in 1998 by a Dentist who took her under his wing and showed her everything she was willing to l... Show more

Senior SRE and Platform Engineer at Itaú, Latin America's largest bank, driving cloud infrastructure for its investment division. Operating within strict financial governance, he specializes in leveraging Amazon EKS, Terraform, and custom operators to build seamless developer abstractions. Beyond reducing cognitive load and optimizing enterprise costs, Marcos is a culinary graduate, mixology enthusiast, pizza maker, and proud dad of Matilda (a pitbull).

Senior SRE and Platform Engineer at Itaú, Latin America's largest bank, driving cloud infrastructure for its investment division. Operating within strict financial governance, he specializes in leveraging Amazon EKS, Terraform, and custom operators t... 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

Diana is a 11x Microsoft MVP, CEO of Innpowerment, and a passionate advocate for tech that empowers. She helps Microsoft partners grow smarter—driving profitability, embracing AI, and simplifying complexity. With a heart for innovation and a voice for inclusion, Diana inspires leaders across industries to turn strategy into impact.
Follow her journey @DCaroTV.

Diana is a 11x Microsoft MVP, CEO of Innpowerment, and a passionate advocate for tech that empowers. She helps Microsoft partners grow smarter—driving profitability, embracing AI, and simplifying complexity. With a heart for innovation and a voice fo... Show more

Bhargav Trivedi is a Solutions Architect at Bloomreach, with 14+ years of experience designing enterprise-scale, cloud-native digital commerce platforms. He leads Bloomreach's North America Discovery Enterprise Integration and Value Assessment programs, where his work has driven revenue-per-visitor gains of up to 60% for enterprise brands such as N Brown, alongside double-digit revenue and add-to-cart gains for The Vitamin Shoppe and Jenson USA, and has delivered production-grade AI search and personalization implementations for organizations including King Arthur Baking Company, True Religion, Sur La Table, Shutterfly, and Eddie Bauer.
Earlier, during his nearly decade-long tenure at Big Lots, spanning roles from Senior Developer to Software Engineering Manager, Bhargav architected the migration of the company's $5B+ digital commerce platform to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, achieving 100% uptime for over 25,000 concurrent shoppers during the 2023 holiday season while improving site performance by 25-30%. He also led the design of Big Lots' Buy Online Pick Up In Store and Nationwide Same-Day Delivery platforms across more than 1,400 stores, and personally authored over 80% of the production code behind a Sitecore-powered search and personalization initiative that lifted site revenue by 25% and conversion rate by 23%. He received Big Lots' IT BIGionaire Award for Best IT Project and its Shining North Star Award for sustained leadership; at Bloomreach, he has been honored with the company's Silent Hero Award and recognized during company all-hands meetings.
Bhargav is a Fellow of the British Computer Society (BCS), the organization's highest membership grade, awarded to professionals whose work has materially advanced the computing profession. He also serves as a peer reviewer for multiple IEEE conferences, including UEMCON, ICRTEECT, ICDSINC, and DECoN, and as a panelist on IEEE's Admission and Advancement Committee, evaluating candidates for Senior Member status. He is the sole author of four peer-reviewed publications spanning personalization design, explainable agentic AI, composable personalization architecture, and retail cybersecurity, published in JISEM, JICRCR, JCSTS, and EMSJ, and has been featured in New Americans Magazine for his contributions to digital commerce technology.
Bhargav is an active speaker on AI-driven commerce, cloud architecture, and personalization. He has delivered a guest lecture at Tennessee Tech University on cloud migration and composable search architecture, presented on securing autonomous retail AI agents on The Azure and AI Show, spoken on heuristics-based personalization frameworks at DataPopKorn (Leaf Edition 2025), and delivered an expert lecture on composable personalization architecture at K.K. Wagh Institute of Engineering Education and Research (KKWIEER) in Nashik, India.
An AWS-certified architect fluent in Java, Spring Boot, Python, and React, Bhargav's work sits at the intersection of AI, cloud infrastructure, and omnichannel retail, combining hands-on engineering depth with revenue-validated, real-world results.

Bhargav Trivedi is a Solutions Architect at Bloomreach, with 14+ years of experience designing enterprise-scale, cloud-native digital commerce platforms. He leads Bloomreach's North America Discovery Enterprise Integration and Value Assessment progra... Show more

Hi, I’m Elian Mercer, a Travel Consultant at Travel Saga Tourism. We help travelers plan and enjoy their Dubai and UAE trips with practical travel guidance, tour assistance, and personalized holiday planning. Our goal is to make trip planning simpler by helping visitors choose experiences and activities that match their interests and itinerary.
As a trusted Travel Agency in Dubai, we assist with a wide range of travel services, including Dubai city tours, desert safari experiences, attraction tickets and passes, luxury cruises, international tour packages, and customized travel plans. We also provide guidance with itinerary planning, activity selection, sightseeing arrangements, and other travel requirements.
At Travel Saga Tourism, we value reliable assistance, responsive support, and clear travel guidance. Whether travelers are visiting Dubai for sightseeing, leisure, adventure, or a longer holiday, we aim to help them organize their plans smoothly and make the most of their time in the UAE.

Hi, I’m Elian Mercer, a Travel Consultant at Travel Saga Tourism. We help travelers plan and enjoy their Dubai and UAE trips with practical travel guidance, tour assistance, and personalized holiday planning. Our goal is to make trip planning simpler... Show more

Elliott is the CEO of Current, a full-stack digital agency that builds, optimizes, and markets digital products in a continuous cycle — ensuring the work never stops performing after launch.

Since joining Mediacurrent in 2021, Elliott has moved quickly through the organization — from Creative Strategy Director to Head of Product to CEO — before building Current through the strategic combination of Mediacurrent and Rhythm. That journey reflects a through-line he's carried across his career: the belief that great digital products and smart marketing shouldn't live in separate worlds.

It's a conviction he's put into practice across education, financial services, and media and entertainment — and one he developed long before Current. At EY Design Studio and Doberman NY, Elliott's work ranged from reimagining the grocery store of the future for the world's largest retailer, to building an accessible technology ecosystem for a New York City arts institution, to crafting an award-winning digital platform for a national fast-casual brand. Different problems, same instinct: making complex systems feel invisible for the people who use them.

Elliott is the CEO of Current, a full-stack digital agency that builds, optimizes, and markets digital products in a continuous cycle — ensuring the work never stops performing after launch. Since joining Mediacurrent in 2021, Elliott has moved qu... Show more

Aquayemi-Claude’s relentless drive for systemic reform has positioned him as a key figure across global platforms. He serves as a leader in youth empowerment, a mentor in educational equity, and a public speaker whose message resonates with diverse audiences. As a solopreneur and thought leader, his work bridges entrepreneurship, activism, and environmentalism, while his contributions to the Global Network of Young Persons with Disabilities highlight his commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for marginalized communities.

A compelling public speaker and storyteller, Aquayemi-Claude captivates audiences with inspiring narratives and thought-provoking insights. With a gift for communication and a dedication to amplifying marginalized voices, Aquayemi-Claude inspires action and fosters dialogue on issues of social significance.

Aquayemi-Claude is also an accomplished author, sharing perspectives and experiences that challenge conventional wisdom and inspire critical reflection. Through written works, Aquayemi-Claude invites readers on a journey of discovery and empowerment, encouraging introspection and growth.

Aquayemi-Claude’s relentless drive for systemic reform has positioned him as a key figure across global platforms. He serves as a leader in youth empowerment, a mentor in educational equity, and a public speaker whose message resonates with diverse a... Show more

With 20 years in IT and 16 years dedicated to the world of Citrix and virtualization, I’ve learned that the most important part of any system isn't the code—it’s the human sitting in front of it.

I’ve spent the first half of my career "walking in the shoes" of internal Ops teams, which means I know exactly what happens after a consultant leaves the room. Today, as an Architect and Consultant, I bring that empathy to every project. My approach is simple: I don't care who made the mistake; I care about how we fix it and how we evolve so it never happens again. I live by the Pippi Longstocking mantra: "I have never tried that before, so I am most likely very good at it."

When I’m not standardizing user experiences or solving complex architectural puzzles, you’ll find me in the Danish countryside. I’m a father of four, a fan of heavy strategy board games (with a collection of 100+ titles), and a dedicated LEGO builder. Whether it's a 6,000-piece Rivendell set or a global virtualization rollout, I believe that if you follow the right blueprint—and keep the end goal in sight—you can build something wonderful.

With 20 years in IT and 16 years dedicated to the world of Citrix and virtualization, I’ve learned that the most important part of any system isn't the code—it’s the human sitting in front of it. I’ve spent the first half of my career "walking in ... Show more

Sanjay Raut is a Principal Program Manager in Microsoft’s Azure Data Fabric Customer Advisory Team, where he helps customers in the Retail and CPG industries unlock the full potential of unified data platforms. With a deep focus on capacity management, semantic models, telemetry, and Copilot-driven analytics, Sanjay recently led the publication of the Microsoft Fabric Capacity Planning Guidance series — that's helping admins and COE teams scaling Fabric across the enterprise.
Sanjay enjoys connecting with the community and brings a practical, customer-first perspective shaped by real-world deployments and cross-team collaboration. He believes the best ideas come from collaboration and is always up for a good conversation about data, design, or the perfect cup of chai.

Sanjay Raut is a Principal Program Manager in Microsoft’s Azure Data Fabric Customer Advisory Team, where he helps customers in the Retail and CPG industries unlock the full potential of unified data platforms. With a deep focus on capacity managemen... Show more

Head of Security | Strategic Leader in Cybersecurity, Compliance & DevSecOps

Strategic Information Security leader with extensive experience safeguarding critical infrastructure and navigating complex regulatory landscapes. As Head of Security at fyn, oversees the security architecture of global Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) platforms, ensuring top-tier operational resilience and business continuity.

Bridging the gap between deep technical execution (SysAdmin & DevSecOps) and high-level risk management, turning cybersecurity from a operational requirement into a core business driver. Steadfastly dedicated to upholding the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability), combining actionable auditing with proactive threat mitigation.
💡 Keynote & Panel Topics: Cloud Security & DevSecOps
Compliance as a Business Enabler: Navigating PCI DSS v4 certification and leveraging ISO 27001 & NIST frameworks for strategic growth.

Proactive Risk Management & Internal Audit: Building operational resilience and mitigating threats in mission-critical infrastructure.

Head of Security | Strategic Leader in Cybersecurity, Compliance & DevSecOps Strategic Information Security leader with extensive experience safeguarding critical infrastructure and navigating complex regulatory landscapes. As Head of Security at ... Show more

Mazdul Choudhury is a Product Management leader with over 15 years of experience delivering digital products across retail operations, supply chain, merchandising, fulfillment, last-mile delivery, and customer care. He has led the development and launch of enterprise products that improved operational efficiency, increased revenue, and enhanced customer experience.
He currently serves as a Staff Product Manager at Walmart, where he owns and manages associate-facing applications and aligns product roadmaps with enterprise strategy. His work includes launching a GenAI-powered tool that improved operational efficiency, redesigning onboarding processes to reduce onboarding time by 80%, and delivering solutions that improved fulfillment accuracy and supported large-scale pre-order operations.
Prior to Walmart, Mazdul worked at Bob’s Furniture, where he led the development of a mobile point-of-sale system used by 3,500 associates, increasing sales by 20% and reducing order processing time. He also built a customer relationship management platform that improved customer satisfaction and developed analytics solutions that increased operational visibility.
Earlier in his career, he held roles at Capgemini, Equinor, and IBM, where he managed cross-functional teams and delivered SAP implementations, system integrations, and large-scale technology projects.
He holds an MBA in Strategy and Operations and a Master’s degree in Information Systems Management from Boston University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering.

Mazdul Choudhury is a Product Management leader with over 15 years of experience delivering digital products across retail operations, supply chain, merchandising, fulfillment, last-mile delivery, and customer care. He has led the development and lau... Show more

Ralph is the Director of Security of Gridlock Security (GridlockSec) - a company he founded that focuses on cybersecurity consulting services. He has 10 years experience in the industry as a Security Consultant/Pentester/Security Researcher for a few companies such as Microsoft, NCC Group, Hewlett-Packard (HP), Forward Security, and Ernst & Young (E&Y).
His expertise is mainly Web, Mobile, and Network Pentesting, Threat Modelling, Security Architecture Review, and Security Design Reviews. When he was a Senior Security Engineer at Microsoft, he dealt with security architecture reviews, security design reviews, threat modelling, security research, code reviews, and pentesting on the dedicated product he is directly working on with 100+ software engineers. The threat modelling practice he had daily done with his software engineers had helped secure the product and promoted a culture of secure coding and engineering of the said software.

He is also a major active contributor and a member of the working group for the OWASP Application Security Verification Standard (ASVS) project, making the standard better for fellow pentesters and developers alike.

He trained attendees at BSides Vancouver 2025, BSides Orlando 2025 and BSides Luxembourg 2026 for the same workshop, "Threat Modelling Starter Training" which had been well received. He has presented his talk entitled, "OWASP ASVS: A Methodical and Practical Approach to Application Security Testing" on OWASP AppSec Pacific Northwest conference (PNW) 2024 in Vancouver, BC Canada. He has also presented a similar presentation aimed for beginners delivered online at HackStop Cybersecurity Summit 2024 held in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Ralph is the Director of Security of Gridlock Security (GridlockSec) - a company he founded that focuses on cybersecurity consulting services. He has 10 years experience in the industry as a Security Consultant/Pentester/Security Researcher for a few... Show more

Hank Tsai is the co-founder of CrazyLing AI Agency, a Brisbane-based firm that designs and deploys AI systems for more than 70 enterprise clients across Australia, Taiwan, Thailand and the United States. In three years, he and co-founder Andrew Beaumont have built a distributed engineering team across the Philippines, Malaysia and Taiwan, delivering AI solutions in healthcare, construction, finance, manufacturing, legal and beyond. CrazyLing is a member of Anthropic’s Claude Partner Network.

Hank is also the creator of Ainthology (Ai 集), the #2 Chinese-language YouTube channel on practical AI applications, with 75,000 subscribers and 2.5 million views. He launched the channel in 2023 and monetised it within six months. He now runs a paid academy that helps aspiring founders start businesses with AI.

Hank isn’t a computer science graduate, and that shapes how he teaches. A National Sun Yat-sen University alumnus and New Zealand citizen, Hank works between Australia, Taiwan and New Zealand. His work is translating fast-moving AI capability into tools that ordinary teams can actually use.

Hank's core belief is that the new way of working shouldn’t wear people out. AI should take over the jobs you don’t like, so you’re free to do the work you want to do.

Hank Tsai is the co-founder of CrazyLing AI Agency, a Brisbane-based firm that designs and deploys AI systems for more than 70 enterprise clients across Australia, Taiwan, Thailand and the United States. In three years, he and co-founder Andrew Beaum... Show more

Simon Trockel is a security and platform engineering leader who has been building software since 2009. After working as a freelancer and contributing to three startups, he joined MediaMarktSaturn in 2015, where he built and scaled the cybersecurity team to ten times its original size.

He played a key role in MediaMarktSaturn’s transition to Google Cloud and Kubernetes, working closely with engineering teams to embed security across cloud infrastructure without slowing innovation. In 2021, Simon successfully led the response to a ransomware incident that affected the company’s entire Windows infrastructure—turning a high-pressure crisis into a defining lesson in resilience, collaboration, and practical security.

Since moving into Platform Engineering in 2025, Simon has focused on shifting security left and improving the developer experience through secure, scalable platforms. He has spoken at security conferences across Germany since 2018 and is a co-moderator of mysecurityevent.

His talks combine real-world experience, technical depth, and hard-earned lessons from building teams, securing cloud-native environments, and responding when things go seriously wrong.

Simon Trockel is a security and platform engineering leader who has been building software since 2009. After working as a freelancer and contributing to three startups, he joined MediaMarktSaturn in 2015, where he built and scaled the cybersecurity t... Show more