Consumer Goods & Services

Professionals focused on products and services for personal use, working in sectors like retail, customer care, and product development

Rama Mohan Reddy Pilli

Rama Mohan Reddy Pilli

Rama Mohan Reddy Pilli is a seasoned Data & AI Architect with deep expertise in large-scale distributed data systems, modern lakehouse architecture, and real-time analytics engineering. With extensive experience at Kard Financial and Dell EMC, he has led mission-critical initiatives that modernize data platforms, optimize compute at scale, and enable high-throughput AI and analytics workloads.

Rama specializes in building multi-petabyte Databricks Delta Lakehouse ecosystems, architecting medallion-modeled pipelines using Delta Live Tables, Auto Loader, Photon, and Spark 3.x performance tuning. He has engineered real-time merchant intelligence systems, high-scale segmentation APIs, and EKS-based microservices powered by AWS S3, IAM Roles for Service Accounts, ALB ingress, and Terraform-first infrastructure. He is recognized for delivering multimillion-dollar impact through cost-efficient cloud designs, Z-Ordering and Liquid Clustering optimization, and resilient ETL frameworks supporting millions of users.

An IEEE Senior Member and SAS Eminent Fellow, Rama actively contributes to global technology awards as a judge and speaks on scalable AI architectures, data engineering automation, and next-generation lakehouse design.

Rama Mohan Reddy Pilli is a seasoned Data & AI Architect with deep expertise in large-scale distributed data systems, modern lakehouse architecture, and real-time analytics engineering. With extensive experience at Kard Financial and Dell EMC, he has... Show more

Peter Ramer

Peter Ramer

I am a Director on the Managed Application Services team at RSM working on Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Dynamics 365 for Retail, and others. I focus on Retail, Commerce and Point of Sale support and customizations, including payment integrations.

In my current role, I lead and manage a team that writes software to help clients streamline their business processes and achieve greater growth in the retail market. I provide technical and functional support to help diagnose and solve customer problems, while also providing ways to improve the client’s business further. I am a Colorado native, where I live with my wife and 3 kids.

I am a Director on the Managed Application Services team at RSM working on Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Dynamics 365 for Retail, and others. I focus on Retail, Commerce and Point of Sale support and customizations, including payment integ... Show more

Milos Grubjesic

Milos Grubjesic

Milos is a data scientist and machine learning engineer from 2006. With a master's in computer science, Milos combines deep technical expertise with practical applications in ML engineering and data science. Currently, he is working on Kubeflow solutions at PepsiCo, enhancing their data science capabilities.

Milos is a data scientist and machine learning engineer from 2006. With a master's in computer science, Milos combines deep technical expertise with practical applications in ML engineering and data science. Currently, he is working on Kubeflow solut... Show more

Alison Hillman

Alison Hillman

With signature glasses and unapologetic vision, Alison Hillman shows up for people, purpose, and the messy middle of entrepreneurship. She’s the Alison in BTP by Alison, an award-winning branding and photography business, and founder of theTABLE, a community-driven platform built for connection, candor, and growth.

After walking away from corporate America to build a life that felt more aligned with her values, Alison fully leaned into storytelling, branding, and community building. Now, with over 15 years of experience, she helps small business owners find their voice, clarify their message, and build something that actually feels like them.

She’s been named St. Louis’s Favorite Photographer by the Post-Dispatch, is a multi-year St. Louis Magazine A-Lister, and proudly received the Gamechanger Award for Physical Empowerment in Business.

Alison is proud to call South City home, where she’s known as Jason Squared’s best girl — wife to Jason, mama to Jase, and always the loudest cheerleader for the people she loves.

With signature glasses and unapologetic vision, Alison Hillman shows up for people, purpose, and the messy middle of entrepreneurship. She’s the Alison in BTP by Alison, an award-winning branding and photography business, and founder of theTABLE, a c... Show more

Vishesh Goel

Vishesh Goel

Results-driven technology professional with experience across hospitality tech, SaaS product engineering, and enterprise financial systems. I thrive in complex environments where solving operational challenges and building scalable, reliable systems drives real business impact.

My career began in hospitality technology, where I progressed from integrating global clients onto a SaaS platform to owning the product lifecycle and delivering high-impact features at scale. I supported deployments across 1,100+ properties in diverse markets and led a 27-member team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - all while enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency.

Today, I’m a Production Engineer at Bank of America, supporting the Enterprise Risk & Finance Technology organization. My work focuses on the stability, resilience, and continuous improvement of mission-critical systems that power risk, finance, and regulatory functions at enterprise scale.

I’m most energized at the intersection of technology and business strategy - where reliability, scale, and user impact come together. I value ownership, continuous learning, and delivering outcomes that matter.

Open to connecting with professionals across technology, product, data, and financial systems.

Results-driven technology professional with experience across hospitality tech, SaaS product engineering, and enterprise financial systems. I thrive in complex environments where solving operational challenges and building scalable, reliable systems ... Show more

Hari P

Hari P

An AI Engineer with expertise in LangChain, LlamaIndex and SLMs with 70+ GitHub repositories and actively turning ideas into Open Source Projects. And 2.6 Years of working experience in the field of AI.

An AI Engineer with expertise in LangChain, LlamaIndex and SLMs with 70+ GitHub repositories and actively turning ideas into Open Source Projects. And 2.6 Years of working experience in the field of AI. Show more

Prathyusha Bhaskar Karnam

Prathyusha Bhaskar Karnam

Prathyusha Bhaskar Karnam is a Senior Data Scientist with more than nine years of experience specializing in search, relevance, and recommendation systems within large-scale e-commerce platforms. She is recognized for her ability to optimize user experience and engagement through data-driven experimentation, advanced machine learning, and scalable analytical frameworks.
Prathyusha currently works on the Uber Eats Search team, where she leads high-impact analytics, experimentation, and measurement initiatives that shape product strategy. Her work includes building LLM-driven systems for query tagging and relevance measurement, designing custom frameworks for evaluating cannibalization and revenue lift, and advancing search-page optimization using domain expertise in ranking, recall, and user behavior. Her contributions have delivered measurable business impact, including significant Add-to-Cart rate improvements, multimillion-dollar cost savings, and recognition with the Uber Eats Efficiency Drive award.
Previously at Instacart, Prathyusha served as the primary data scientist supporting multiple product managers and engineering teams across Search Experience and Relevance. She led foundational data work, experimentation frameworks, and analytics for initiatives such as Ask Instacart’s LLM-powered search experience. Her recommendations directly influenced product strategy and are estimated to have driven hundreds of millions of dollars in business impact through improvements in relevance, ranking, and user experience across search surfaces.
Before joining Instacart, Prathyusha held data science roles at Wayfair, where she developed experimentation platforms, customer segmentation models, and image-ranking systems that substantially increased revenue and engagement. Her earlier experience also includes work at Pitney Bowes, where she developed predictive churn models and customer health scoring systems, and at Fidelity Investments, where she built monitoring systems and automation tools that reduced operational overhead.
Prathyusha holds a Master’s degree in Information Systems Management (Business Intelligence & Data Analytics) from Carnegie Mellon University, graduating with Highest Distinction, and a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from SRM University. She is also an inventor on multiple U.S. patent applications related to search recall optimization and LLM-driven user interface layout selection.
Her technical expertise spans machine learning, LLMs, statistical modeling, experimentation, data engineering, and data visualization. She is known for her strong cross-functional leadership, rigorous analytical thinking, and ability to translate complex insights into strategic product decisions that drive meaningful business outcomes.

Prathyusha Bhaskar Karnam is a Senior Data Scientist with more than nine years of experience specializing in search, relevance, and recommendation systems within large-scale e-commerce platforms. She is recognized for her ability to optimize user exp... Show more

Michael Quantrell

Michael Quantrell

Michael Quantrell is a seasoned yacht Captain with more than 20 years of experience in yacht engineering, estate management, and high-level marine operations. His career includes managing multimillion-dollar refits, leading diverse crews, and overseeing complex logistics for private vessels. Michael is known for calm leadership, strong technical knowledge, and sound judgment in demanding conditions, including operating through major weather events such as Category 4 Hurricane Irma in Florida during the 2017 season.

Growing up in Camden, Maine, Michael developed a deep connection to the water and competitive sport at an early age. His youth was divided between sailing and ski racing, both of which demanded discipline and precision. He earned three medals at the Junior Olympics in the Laser Class Division, including bronze and silver finishes. These early achievements reinforced his work ethic, competitive mindset, and respect for preparation and teamwork.

Michael continued racing into adulthood, competing in professional sailing programs throughout New Zealand, New England, and England. Ski racing remained a vital pursuit, with over ten years spent competing in organized night races in Maine. While living in Florida, he won all three qualifiers and two finals in the Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge series. These experiences strengthened his adaptability, endurance, and ability to perform consistently in changing environments.

Since the age of 18, Michael has built his professional life as a yacht Captain, managing vessels ranging from 20 to 120 feet and captaining yachts up to 112 feet. His experience includes extensive cruising and deliveries throughout Florida, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and the eastern United States. He has overseen major refit projects, balancing mechanical upgrades, aesthetics, safety compliance, and financial accountability.

For nearly 5 years, Michael Quantrell has owned and operated Ox Eye Marine Corporation, providing full-service vessel management for yachts ranging from 40 to 112 feet. His responsibilities include crew placement, system analysis, refits, deliveries, overseas shipping, sales support, and boat show preparation. Outside of his professional work, Michael values time with family, enjoys the outdoors, and shares his life with his dogs, maintaining a lifelong connection to the water.

Michael Quantrell is a seasoned yacht Captain with more than 20 years of experience in yacht engineering, estate management, and high-level marine operations. His career includes managing multimillion-dollar refits, leading diverse crews, and oversee... Show more

Yash Mehta

Yash Mehta

As a customer success and analytics leader, I have with over 13+ years of experience driving business transformation in retail and e-commerce. With a strong focus on AI, data science, engineering, and analytics, I help large retailers turn complex business challenges into actionable insights, innovative solutions, and measurable growth. I have partnered with leading retailer to enhance customer experiences, optimize operations, Improve Retail Media Spend and Insights, Optimize Campaigns and accelerate revenue growth through data-driven strategies. My expertise spans sales planning, marketing analytics, incentive design, and operational excellence, all powered by advanced analytics and AI solutions.

I thrive at the intersection of strategy, data, and technology—leading teams to deliver impactful outcomes, foster innovation, and drive adoption of next-generation analytics solutions that create real business value.

As a customer success and analytics leader, I have with over 13+ years of experience driving business transformation in retail and e-commerce. With a strong focus on AI, data science, engineering, and analytics, I help large retailers turn complex bu... Show more

Sergei Nasibian

Sergei Nasibian

I’m Sergei Nasibian, a Quantitative Strategist at Rothesay, where I’ve developed a comprehensive risk calculation framework that powers the analytics used for hedging our market exposure. Prior to this, I worked as a Senior Analyst at Yandex Eats, where I helped build the pricing model from scratch and supported the company’s expansion into new geographies. I started my career as a Data Scientist at McKinsey, working on a wide range of analytical problems in both private and public sectors. With a strong foundation in mathematics from Lomonosov Moscow State University, I specialize in leveraging graph-based computation, real-time analytics, and system-level experimentation to solve complex challenges across finance, business, and technology.

I’m Sergei Nasibian, a Quantitative Strategist at Rothesay, where I’ve developed a comprehensive risk calculation framework that powers the analytics used for hedging our market exposure. Prior to this, I worked as a Senior Analyst at Yandex Eats, wh... Show more

Evan Kubicek

Evan Kubicek

Evan Kubicek (widely known as “Coach K”) is a leader and change-maker passionate about scaling purpose-driven human, business, and community systems. Over 20+ years, he’s worn many hats. Teacher, coach, operator, advisor, author and across them all, his focus remains the same: helping people and organizations unlock their highest potential.

As a faculty member, he equips students with the tools, mindsets, and strategies that catalyze transformation in their ventures and communities. As a business coach, he helps leaders rediscover their identity, map their purpose, and design actionable pathways to meaningful growth. As a social entrepreneur, he imagines and implements breakthrough solutions to complex challenges that others call “impossible.” As a revenue & growth leader, he architects scalable models and customer-centric experiences that bridge mission and business performance.

Evan Kubicek (widely known as “Coach K”) is a leader and change-maker passionate about scaling purpose-driven human, business, and community systems. Over 20+ years, he’s worn many hats. Teacher, coach, operator, advisor, author and across them all, ... Show more

Francisco Carneiro

Francisco Carneiro

As an experienced leader in B2B Sales, SaaS, and AI, I specialize in aligning strategic business goals with innovative technology solutions. In my current role at the Eclipse Foundation, I focus on driving growth within the tech ecosystem and fostering global partnerships. With over a decade of experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering transformative strategies, my expertise spans AI, data insights, and full-stack development, consistently driving new revenue streams and optimizing business performance.

As an experienced leader in B2B Sales, SaaS, and AI, I specialize in aligning strategic business goals with innovative technology solutions. In my current role at the Eclipse Foundation, I focus on driving growth within the tech ecosystem and fosteri... Show more

Jeffrey Ptak

Jeffrey Ptak

Jeff is a data engineering and analytics leader who helps organizations turn chaos into clarity. With over 15 years of experience spanning manufacturing, construction, equipment rental, and hospitality, he has led data modernization initiatives that replace manual reporting and siloed systems with unified, insight-driven platforms. Jeff specializes in Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and modern data architecture—building solutions that blend speed, accuracy, and governance. His passion lies in simplifying complexity and empowering teams to make faster, smarter decisions. Known for bridging the gap between business and technology, Jeff brings a storyteller’s mindset and a strategist’s precision to every engagement—transforming data into a catalyst for measurable growth.

Jeff is a data engineering and analytics leader who helps organizations turn chaos into clarity. With over 15 years of experience spanning manufacturing, construction, equipment rental, and hospitality, he has led data modernization initiatives that ... Show more

Luis Felipe Ariza Vesga

Luis Felipe Ariza Vesga

Kubestronaut | PhD in telecommunications | RF Microelectronics | PHY & MAC/Open RAN/NTN/Cloud-Native/IoT/5G broadcast/Private networks/+G/Metaverse/AI/QC | Speaker | Organizer: Colombia OpenInfra User Group & KCD Colombia 2025

Kubestronaut | PhD in telecommunications | RF Microelectronics | PHY & MAC/Open RAN/NTN/Cloud-Native/IoT/5G broadcast/Private networks/+G/Metaverse/AI/QC | Speaker | Organizer: Colombia OpenInfra User Group & KCD Colombia 2025 Show more

Greg Warnock

Greg Warnock

Greg Warnock is an entrepreneur, investor, and mentor with over forty years of experience in launching, scaling, and guiding companies across diverse industries. He is the co-founder and managing director of a growth capital firm that works closely with expansion-stage businesses to support their growth through strong governance, operational leadership, and strategic market access. By collaborating directly with founders, he helps enhance go-to-market strategies, build leadership capacity, and accelerate market entry. The firm has invested in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and consumer services, achieving more than $5 billion in exits by 2020. He has played a central role in shaping these outcomes through a hands-on and disciplined approach.

He also co-founded a platform focused on the food and beverage industry, offering operational support and growth capital to early-stage restaurant concepts. With his direction, the platform has enabled several brands to grow by improving unit economics, expanding multi-location operations, optimizing supply chains, and preserving culture during rapid scaling. This effort has helped build some of the fastest-growing restaurant groups in the country.

Earlier in his investment career, he co-founded a venture capital firm dedicated to early-stage opportunities in information technology and life sciences. As managing director, he helped establish the firm as a key player in its region before it merged with another to continue its investment legacy.

He also served as Chairman and CEO of a publicly traded SPAC, which he led to a successful public listing in 2023. Under his leadership, the company completed a business combination with a SaaS-focused acquirer based in Brazil, expanding his investment footprint internationally.

Before moving into venture and growth capital, he founded and operated companies in technology, consumer products, biotechnology, and marketing. He also led more than 20 mergers and acquisitions, gaining significant experience in complex transactions and strategic development.

In 2008, he launched an entrepreneurship education initiative and co-founded a philanthropic foundation in Utah. Holding degrees in Computer Science, Human Resources Management, and a PhD in Entrepreneurship and Venture Finance, Greg Warnock continues to support business growth, founder mentorship, and community impact.

Greg Warnock is an entrepreneur, investor, and mentor with over forty years of experience in launching, scaling, and guiding companies across diverse industries. He is the co-founder and managing director of a growth capital firm that works closely w... Show more

Akash Chandra Sadhu

Akash Chandra Sadhu

Akash Chandra Sadhu is a young, dynamic entrepreneur, educator, and business strategist who has built multiple ventures from the ground up through sheer dedication, innovation, and self-belief. He is the Founder of Codifyx Tech Solutions, an IT service company, and the visionary behind Samaura Academy, an emerging skill-development institution offering 60+ diploma and advanced diploma programs with strong placement support.

Born with a passion for learning and creating, Akash quickly transformed his interests in web design, graphics, and technology into a full-time entrepreneurial journey. As a BCA student and a fast learner, he mastered diverse domains IT services, education, business development, placement operations, and brand building at a young age.

In 2024, he established Samaura Academy, carrying the mission “Empowering Skills, Enabling Careers.” Under his leadership, Samaura Academy has built 5500+ placement tie-ups including MNCs, startups, and MSMEs, enabling students to secure real career opportunities. He is currently expanding the academy into multiple cities including Kolkata and Haldia through franchise and strategic collaborations.

Alongside his ventures, Akash is the author of the upcoming 500-page eBook “Zero Investment: Building Success From Nothing,” which reflects his personal philosophy of creating opportunities without relying on resources.

Known for his resilience, work ethic, and clarity of vision, Akash continues to build new businesses including an upcoming health-focused energy drink brand while empowering thousands of students and professionals to grow in their careers. His journey inspires young entrepreneurs to believe that success truly begins with the courage to start.

Akash Chandra Sadhu is a young, dynamic entrepreneur, educator, and business strategist who has built multiple ventures from the ground up through sheer dedication, innovation, and self-belief. He is the Founder of Codifyx Tech Solutions, an IT servi... Show more

Adriana Rivas

Adriana Rivas

Adriana Rivas is a business and technology executive specializing in retail operations, self-service strategy, and large-scale transformation across the U.S. and Latin America. With more than 15 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and implementing high-impact retail systems, she focuses on building business models that drive operational efficiency, enhance the customer experience, and enable sustainable growth for enterprise retailers.

Adriana is the founder of Biwitech, a company focused on developing next-generation retail technologies, including self-service systems, digital signage platforms, and high-efficiency POS solutions. Biwitech specializes in supporting supermarkets and high-volume retailers with technologies that improve pricing accuracy, streamline checkout processes, and enable effective digital transformation at the store level. Her work has contributed to measurable improvements in operational efficiency and customer experience across multiple markets.

Her professional achievements have earned national and international recognition. She is the author of the award-winning book "How to Implement Self-Service Without Failing," which received the Silver Award from the Nonfiction Authors Association and debuted as an Amazon #1 Hot New Release. In 2025, she was appointed as an Industry Judge for the Globee® Awards for Impact, evaluating business innovation and leadership worldwide.

Adriana also serves as a Global Ambassador and Circle Leader with WomenTech Network, supporting women in business, innovation, and technology leadership. Her expertise centers on operational strategy, self-service implementation frameworks, and business innovation for high-velocity retail environments.

Adriana Rivas is a business and technology executive specializing in retail operations, self-service strategy, and large-scale transformation across the U.S. and Latin America. With more than 15 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and ... Show more

Fiorella Cisneros

Fiorella Cisneros

Soy Fiorella Cisneros, desarrolladora front-end y experta certificada en Webflow, enfocada en transformar ideas en productos digitales ágiles y escalables. Combino diseño y desarrollo para crear experiencias web sin código que impulsan negocios y aceleran procesos.

Además de trabajar con profesionales, startups y empresas en Latinoamérica, lidero iniciativas para fortalecer la comunidad hispanohablante de Webflow y el ecosistema no-code. He formado a decenas de personas y comparto contenido, talleres y metodologías para que más creadores puedan construir en Webflow, sin barreras y en su propio idioma.

Soy Fiorella Cisneros, desarrolladora front-end y experta certificada en Webflow, enfocada en transformar ideas en productos digitales ágiles y escalables. Combino diseño y desarrollo para crear experiencias web sin código que impulsan negocios y ace... Show more

Anthony Villanueva

Anthony Villanueva

Anthony Villanueva is the Founder and Lead Architect at CaseWorth, where he builds production-scale GraphRAG and knowledge graph systems for legal research. With a background in cybersecurity, AI engineering, and complex data modeling, he specializes in creating high-trust, explainable AI workflows for high-stakes domains. Anthony has designed multi-agent architectures, retrieval pipelines, and legal knowledge graphs that significantly reduce hallucinations and improve LLM reliability.

Anthony Villanueva is the Founder and Lead Architect at CaseWorth, where he builds production-scale GraphRAG and knowledge graph systems for legal research. With a background in cybersecurity, AI engineering, and complex data modeling, he specializes... Show more

Kristen Mitchell

Kristen Mitchell

Hi, I’m Kristen Mitchell from KRK Jewels. I specialize in custom Toi et Moi rings and work closely with clients to turn their love stories into one-of-a-kind designs.

Hi, I’m Kristen Mitchell from KRK Jewels. I specialize in custom Toi et Moi rings and work closely with clients to turn their love stories into one-of-a-kind designs. Show more

Giovanni Giamminola

Giovanni Giamminola

With over twenty years of experience as CEO in both Europe and North America, Giovanni Giamminola has successfully led entrepreneurial businesses and multinational corporations, managing revenues exceeding one billion euros. His professional journey spans various industrial sectors with a focus on the healthcare sector in recent years. He has directed complex teams in multinational and multicultural environments as well as in family businesses, constantly promoting the adoption of advanced technologies and digital transformation processes as central pillars of his strategic approach and change management.
Graduated in Economics from the Catholic University of Milan, Giovanni has furthered his education with executive programs at Harvard Business School. He has garnered substantial practical experience in designing and implementing digital transformation strategies, an expertise he actively shares in academic settings as well. At the Catholic University, he is a member of the Steering Committee for the first Executive Master in "AI-Driven Business Models" and coordinator of the course "Sector-Specific Innovation and Process Transformation."
He is the author of the book "The Augmented Manager: How Artificial Intelligence Makes Management More Effective, Creative, and Strategic," which draws from his direct experience in introducing machine learning initially, and then generative AI, within the companies he has managed. The book advocates for a conscious and effective use of AI to optimize business management.
His commitment as a promoter is to raise awareness about the profound impacts of artificial intelligence, an epochal transformation for the entire society. He specifically addresses the top roles in companies to ensure they understand the need to immediately prepare, with vision and responsibility, for the greatest revolution in industrial history, which is crucial for future competitiveness.

With over twenty years of experience as CEO in both Europe and North America, Giovanni Giamminola has successfully led entrepreneurial businesses and multinational corporations, managing revenues exceeding one billion euros. His professional journey ... Show more

Manuel Vidaurre

Manuel Vidaurre

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

Greg Gillespie

Greg Gillespie

Greg Gillespie is the Principal and Co-Founder of Collectiv, a leading data analytics and AI enablement consulting
firm that has appeared twice on the Inc. 5000 list. Since launching his first data consulting firm in 2016, Greg has
helped over 150 mid-sized and enterprise organizations — including several Fortune 500 brands — leverage tools
like Power BI and Microsoft Fabric to unlock the full value of their data at scale.

An electrical engineer by training, Greg began his career building data programs in the industrial and utility sectors,
where he saw firsthand how structured, well-governed data could transform operations. That experience led him into
business intelligence and, ultimately, into the field of AI enablement.

Greg is the creator of The D.A.T.A. Formula™, a practical framework for preparing organizations to succeed with AI
through better data governance, process alignment, team empowerment, and scalable automation. His talks blend
technical depth with real-world application, offering audiences a clear path from disconnected dashboards to
AI-powered decision-making.

Today, Greg works closely with executive teams to operationalize AI across the enterprise, and he speaks regularly
on topics such as data strategy, analytics leadership, and building AI-ready organizations. He is also a proud member
of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), where he collaborates with other high-growth business leaders committed to
innovation and impact.

Greg Gillespie is the Principal and Co-Founder of Collectiv, a leading data analytics and AI enablement consulting firm that has appeared twice on the Inc. 5000 list. Since launching his first data consulting firm in 2016, Greg has helped over 15... Show more

Janus Stampe

Janus Stampe

I have worked with IT for the last 2½ decade, and specifically with virtualization and Citrix products for the last 16 years.
I have worked internally and later externally as a consultant.

My focus with new projects, is always end user-centric. Who will use this, and how does this product fit into their work day.

I have 4 kids and love board games.

I have worked with IT for the last 2½ decade, and specifically with virtualization and Citrix products for the last 16 years. I have worked internally and later externally as a consultant. My focus with new projects, is always end user-centric. W... Show more

Badar Tagmouti Abdoune

Badar Tagmouti Abdoune

Software architect and systems explorer. I build resilient, scalable SaaS platforms and experiment with local AI to strengthen security and privacy. Between lines of code and Docker containers, I’m driven by curiosity to understand what happens behind every protocol and how we can make it better. I share knowledge, learn, and build always wondering what comes after the next commit.

Software architect and systems explorer. I build resilient, scalable SaaS platforms and experiment with local AI to strengthen security and privacy. Between lines of code and Docker containers, I’m driven by curiosity to understand what happens behin... Show more

Martha Priddle

Martha Priddle

Martha Priddle is a Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant She has previously worked for the Nova Scotia SPCA as a dog and cat care attendant. Martha has 10 years working in the animal training and behaviour sector, and believes passionately in force free training methods. Martha specializes in working with fearful and reactive dogs.

Martha Priddle is a Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant She has previously worked for the Nova Scotia SPCA as a dog and cat care attendant. Martha has 10 years working in the animal training and behaviour sector, and believes passionately in force f... Show more

Christian Sega

Christian Sega

Directions for Partner Board Member since 2011
Chairman Diections for Partners 2015 to 2021
Managing Director Tecman Deutschland GmbH
Shareholder of various VAR's and ISV's
Expert for business development in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ecosystem and ISV space
Member of the German Dynamics IMACP Chapter
Proven Business Coach and podcast creator

Christian lives in Hamburg/Germany, in his free time you can find him often on the golf course, sailing (sometimes) or rowing on his inhouse rowing erg or creating the latest edition of his newest podcast about emotions together with his friends. He is also an AI / Copilot enthusiast and like to play poker.

Directions for Partner Board Member since 2011 Chairman Diections for Partners 2015 to 2021 Managing Director Tecman Deutschland GmbH Shareholder of various VAR's and ISV's Expert for business development in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Ce... Show more

Gideon Naude

Gideon Naude

Gideon has established himself as a Solution Architect in Dynamics and Power Platform applications, with a focus on Business Central. Passionate about technology and its transformative potential, he is dedicated to implementing solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible. Whether discussing the latest trends in Business Central or sharing insights on maximizing the potential of Power Platform applications, he strives to captivate audiences with his passion for technology.

Gideon has established himself as a Solution Architect in Dynamics and Power Platform applications, with a focus on Business Central. Passionate about technology and its transformative potential, he is dedicated to implementing solutions that push th... Show more

Chloé Garel

Chloé Garel

✨I help organisations move from strategy to execution as smoothly, efficiently and collaboratively as possible.

✨I help organisations move from strategy to execution as smoothly, efficiently and collaboratively as possible. Show more

Joanna Montgomery

Joanna Montgomery

Joanna is an interaction designer, entrepreneur, and thought leader in human-centred technology. She is best known as the creator of Pillow Talk, the world’s first IoT product designed to help couples feel emotionally connected across distance.

With over a decade of experience at the intersection of tech and intimacy, Joanna now runs advises companies on designing digital products that prioritise empathy, trust, and human connection.

Known for her honest, no-fluff approach, she speaks globally on the future of emotionally intelligent tech.

Joanna is an interaction designer, entrepreneur, and thought leader in human-centred technology. She is best known as the creator of Pillow Talk, the world’s first IoT product designed to help couples feel emotionally connected across distance. W... Show more

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