As the data leader, I am passionate about making AI real for the digital customers and transforming the business processes with data, advanced ML & deep learning algorithms. I have close to 18 years of experience in delivering innovative and impactful solutions for various banking sectors and retail & consumer goods. My core competencies include AI strategy, data science, NLP, Generative AI and process automation and optimization through global AI platforms.

I am driven by the vision of empowering the data science community and creating a culture of learning and collaboration. Some of the volunteer roles are Google Women Techmaker Ambassador, IEEE ICWITE Core Member. Juror for AnitaB.org GHCI event 2024.

Some of my recent accolades in field of Data Science and AI are Digital Leader of the Year 2024 - UBSForums, Tech DE&I Leader Award 2024 - Analytics India Magazine, AI & Data Science Leader of the Year 2023 - womentech Network, Minsky Award of AI Excellence 2023 - GCC AI Visionary Award, Women in Tech/Product 2023 - herKey

As the data leader, I am passionate about making AI real for the digital customers and transforming the business processes with data, advanced ML & deep learning algorithms. I have close to 18 years of experience in delivering innovative and impactfu... Show more

Dan is a CPA with over 30 years of experience in the ERP industry. During this time, he has worked in many different roles allowing him to truly understand the complete industry. The combined experience of marketing, sales, presales, consulting and training allows him to provide a truly unique perspective to prospects and customers.

Most recently he has specialized in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain, Business Intelligence and Power Platform, helping customers and partners understand their pains with reporting and analyzing the volumes of data they have. He has helped them identify proper solutions so they can truly gain value from their data.

In addition, Dan is an Adjunct Professor of Business teaching Accounting Information Systems and Data Analytics. He is also the leader of the Southern California Dynamics 365 user group.

He is a frequent speaker and presenter at Microsoft and other related industry conferences and events including Microsoft Convergence, AXUG Summit, Microsoft Technical Conference and Power BI World Tour. He was recently recognized as a DUG Product Expert Superhero.

Dan is a CPA with over 30 years of experience in the ERP industry. During this time, he has worked in many different roles allowing him to truly understand the complete industry. The combined experience of marketing, sales, presales, consulting and t... Show more

Results-driven and highly analytical professional with a proven track record of success in data analysis across various industries including consulting, marketing, insurance, sales, and product development. Adept at identifying key insights and trends within complex datasets, utilizing advanced analytical techniques to inform strategic decision-making and drive business growth. Strong communicator who can effectively present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Skilled in data visualization and the use of various analytical tools and software. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Ioannis holds a B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from Agricultural University, GR and an M.Sc. in Business Analytics from Essex University, UK, and a Data Science BootCamp Certificate with Le Wagon Berlin - Batch 954.

Results-driven and highly analytical professional with a proven track record of success in data analysis across various industries including consulting, marketing, insurance, sales, and product development. Adept at identifying key insights and trend... Show more

Warren is the CTO of Authress and an AWS Community Builder who believes that "in theory, practice and theory are the same, but in practice, they differ." As a Cloud Security Architect and international speaker, he's built a reputation as a "Tech Entertainer"—delivering hard engineering truths with a side of wit. He focuses on the physics of software reliability, arguing that unmaintained code is a liability. When he designing securing strategies, he is likely on stage dismantling the latest industry hype.

Warren is the CTO of Authress and an AWS Community Builder who believes that "in theory, practice and theory are the same, but in practice, they differ." As a Cloud Security Architect and international speaker, he's built a reputation as a "Tech Ente... Show more

Güldeniz is an AI Engineer with five years of experience across telecommunications and search, having worked at companies including Insider One and TurkNet. She holds a degree in Astronomy and Space Sciences and is currently building her own venture, Preflight. An active community contributor, she organizes tech events and workshops and regularly delivers talks and hands-on sessions in Türkiye.

Güldeniz is an AI Engineer with five years of experience across telecommunications and search, having worked at companies including Insider One and TurkNet. She holds a degree in Astronomy and Space Sciences and is currently building her own venture,... Show more

Colin Griffin is CEO at Krumware, and a Co-Chair of the CNCF Platforms Working Group. Colin Griffin is a software engineer by trade, specializing in cloud-native application and infrastructure development; with an emphasis on developer enablement and platform engineering. He founded Krumware with the goal of enabling companies to build better environments for their developers, through technology development.
Krumware helps organizations build better software.

Colin Griffin is CEO at Krumware, and a Co-Chair of the CNCF Platforms Working Group. Colin Griffin is a software engineer by trade, specializing in cloud-native application and infrastructure development; with an emphasis on developer enablement and... Show more

Andrzej Kotok, officially Andrii Kotok, is an entrepreneur and technical specialist with experience in window and door systems, wood renovation and the development of local service businesses. He is the founder of Serwis-Pro and Expert-Serwis and Co-Founder of KAN, a Polish AI Visibility Agency.

His experience combines building and running service businesses with hands-on knowledge of window and door servicing and wood renovation. Years of direct work with customers have given him practical experience in understanding customer needs, sales, long-term relationship building, and the organization and development of service businesses.

Today, he also applies this experience at KAN, where he is responsible for relationships and communication with Polish-speaking clients. He combines an inside understanding of local service businesses with a practical approach to increasing their visibility in answers from ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Google AI.

Andrzej Kotok, officially Andrii Kotok, is an entrepreneur and technical specialist with experience in window and door systems, wood renovation and the development of local service businesses. He is the founder of Serwis-Pro and Expert-Serwis and Co-... Show more

Georgina has been working in Data Science since 2011. For many years she was a coding data scientist in R, Python and PySpark, but for the last 7 years she's been leading international data teams.

She is now leads Software Engineers at Morningstar Credit, working on the sophisticated data products for Morningstar customers.

She's been through hiring cycles and layoff cycles, major tech stack overhauls, massive data science projects and forensic audits. She's figured out how to keep diverse, remote data teams happy, productive and collaborative, at least 80% of the time.

Georgina has been working in Data Science since 2011. For many years she was a coding data scientist in R, Python and PySpark, but for the last 7 years she's been leading international data teams. She is now leads Software Engineers at Morningsta... Show more

Anna is a jack of all trades with a strong background in AWS, Kubernetes, all things Linux and software engineering. She is currently a Senior Systems Engineer at Ticketline, doing a mix of development and infrastructure.

She is an experienced and passionate speaker, having given 20+ talks, at events including AWS Community Days in Manchester, Poland, Italy & Germany, Open Source Summit Japan and KCD UK. She especially enjoys giving oddball talks that dive deep into complex subjects, and/or question accepted viewpoints.

She is the proud owner of Dominio Computers, a small business specializing in vintage computer sales. Outside of IT, she's often found gardening, acting or traveling.

Anna is a jack of all trades with a strong background in AWS, Kubernetes, all things Linux and software engineering. She is currently a Senior Systems Engineer at Ticketline, doing a mix of development and infrastructure. She is an experienced and... Show more

IT Pro | #GenAI aficionado #Automation expert | #community public speaker | CPL(H) Helicopter Pilot & Theory Instructor | VR simmer | #biker | dog hotel owner

IT Pro | #GenAI aficionado #Automation expert | #community public speaker | CPL(H) Helicopter Pilot & Theory Instructor | VR simmer | #biker | dog hotel owner Show more

Ancienne astrophysicienne devenue coach d'organisation et coach professionnelle depuis plus de 9 ans. Je guide les équipes de direction dans la construction et l'exécution de leur stratégie d'amélioration continue, tout en accompagnant individuellement dirigeant·es et particuliers dans leurs objectifs personnels et professionnels.

TEDx speaker, je crée des conférences interactives en mobilisant les sciences humaines, une approche systémique et des expériences concrètes d'accompagnement en entreprise.
Mon objectif : faire bouger les lignes sur des sujets qui impactent profondément notre quotidien.

Ancienne astrophysicienne devenue coach d'organisation et coach professionnelle depuis plus de 9 ans. Je guide les équipes de direction dans la construction et l'exécution de leur stratégie d'amélioration continue, tout en accompagnant individuelleme... Show more

My name is Adam, and I am an internationally recognized software architect, consultant, marketing and strategy engineer, and book writer with over 15 years of experience in software architecture and development across a range of domains. In my career, I worked with all layers of the software engineering and multiple types of applications, including logistics, e-commerce, machine learning, data analysis, and database management. I am always interested in digging deeper, exploring machine code, and going through implementation details to better understand the internals of the technologies I use every day. That's why I like debugging, decompiling and disassembling the code to understand memory models, concurrency problems and other details hidden deep inside. In my free time, I play ping-pong, watch Woody Allen's movies and blog stuff at http://blog.adamfurmanek.pl

My name is Adam, and I am an internationally recognized software architect, consultant, marketing and strategy engineer, and book writer with over 15 years of experience in software architecture and development across a range of domains. In my career... Show more

Parichay Das is a technology leader and AI practitioner with 15+ years of experience across Artificial Intelligence, Data & Analytics, and Cloud Computing. He works with global enterprises to navigate AI transformation, combining strategic thinking and technical expertise to turn emerging technologies into meaningful business outcomes.

A gold medalist with a Master’s degree, Parichay is an active technology speaker, panelist, industry chair, and judge at leading technology forums. He has taught and mentored 1,000+ professionals and learners, and actively contributes to open-source communities, helping advance knowledge, innovation, and collaboration across the AI and technology ecosystem. He is a Distinguished ARM Ambassador.

Parichay Das is a technology leader and AI practitioner with 15+ years of experience across Artificial Intelligence, Data & Analytics, and Cloud Computing. He works with global enterprises to navigate AI transformation, combining strategic thinking a... Show more

Michele Grant is a global M&A integration and enterprise transformation executive with 20+ years of enterprise transformation and 10+ years of M&A integration experience guiding complex transactions, private equity portfolio integrations, and enterprise modernization initiatives across media, technology, consumer goods, and financial services. At Cognizant, she serves as Value Realization Office Lead on a multi-billion-dollar post-acquisition managed services transition for a Fortune 500 fintech client. She has led post-merger integration for landmark transactions including the $30 billion ViacomCBS merger and NBCUniversal's $39 billion Sky acquisition, and established the Integration Management Office for a PE-backed consumer goods merger, coordinating 350+ cross-functional stakeholders to advance a $250M synergy case across operations, supply chain, and technology consolidation.

Michele is the creator of Leading at Scale, a video and article series on M&A integration and enterprise transformation published weekly across YouTube, Substack, Medium, and LinkedIn. Her talks cover integration, change management, risk management, governance, M&A due diligence, the first 100 days, value realization, and AI transformation. She delivered the May 2026 Cornell Tech Business Network Forum keynote on post-merger integration, has spoken at the Women Changemakers Forum and Cornell Johnson School of Management, and is a 2026 recipient of the St. John's University Alumnae Achiever Award.

She is the #1 Amazon bestselling author of The Power Dressers™: A Women's Guide to Professional Style and serves as President of the Cornell Johnson Women's Leadership and Advocacy Network, Chair of the Loughlin Society at St. John's University, and Chair of the Cornell EMC2 Fellows Program. Her credentials include a Cornell Johnson Executive MBA (May 2027), the Wharton M&A and Corporate Development credential, NACD Accelerate, and a B.S. in Computer Science from St. John's University. She is based in the New York metropolitan area and speaks in person and virtually.

Michele Grant is a global M&A integration and enterprise transformation executive with 20+ years of enterprise transformation and 10+ years of M&A integration experience guiding complex transactions, private equity portfolio integrations, and enterpr... Show more

I am a Flutter Mobile Engineer with over five years of professional experience building production-ready mobile applications. At Payecards, a fintech company offering digital banking and cryptocurrency services, I work on developing secure, scalable, and user-focused mobile solutions used in real-world financial environments.

Over the years, I have built and shipped several applications to both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, gaining hands-on experience in application architecture, state management, performance optimization, API integrations, and delivering polished user experiences. Beyond writing code, I enjoy sharing knowledge with fellow developers and helping others build confidence in creating high-quality Flutter applications.

I am a Flutter Mobile Engineer with over five years of professional experience building production-ready mobile applications. At Payecards, a fintech company offering digital banking and cryptocurrency services, I work on developing secure, scalable,... Show more

Donzap Dongmo est le fondateur et CEO d’APLiG, une entreprise technologique camerounaise spécialisée dans la conception et le développement de solutions numériques. Il travaille à la création de produits destinés à connecter les personnes, les entreprises et les opportunités grâce à la technologie. À travers APLiG et son produit Zolo, une plateforme orientée vers les opportunités et offres locales, il développe une approche combinant technologie, géolocalisation, services numériques et développement de l’écosystème local. Son expérience porte notamment sur la conception de produits numériques, l’entrepreneuriat technologique, la structuration de projets et la recherche de partenariats pour accompagner leur développement. Il s’intéresse particulièrement à la manière dont les startups africaines peuvent transformer des besoins locaux en solutions numériques durables et capables de se développer à grande échelle.

Donzap Dongmo est le fondateur et CEO d’APLiG, une entreprise technologique camerounaise spécialisée dans la conception et le développement de solutions numériques. Il travaille à la création de produits destinés à connecter les personnes, les entrep... Show more

Andrew Trochinski is a Microsoft Dynamics/D365 expert with over 15 years of experience in ERP implementation, supply chain optimization, and process improvement. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications and APICS credentials. Andrew specializes in bridging technical solutions with business impact, delivering practical insights on MS Dynamics/D365 upgrades, integrations, and operational efficiency.

Andrew Trochinski is a Microsoft Dynamics/D365 expert with over 15 years of experience in ERP implementation, supply chain optimization, and process improvement. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications and APICS credentials. Andrew specializes in ... Show more

Pari Patel is the Founder and CEO of Zone and a speaker on human intelligence, neurotechnology, and the future of computing.

At a moment when billions are being invested in making machines more intelligent, Pari is asking a different question: what are we doing to make humans more capable?

She founded Zone around the belief that the human mind represents one of technology's last great blind spots. We can measure our sleep, heart rate, movement, glucose, and recovery, yet most people have almost no objective understanding of how their own minds change throughout the day. Pari leads Zone's effort to change that by building technology at the intersection of brain-computer interfaces, consumer hardware, and AI. She holds 18+ USPTO patents across EEG and BCI technologies, and her work has been featured by TechCrunch and Yahoo Finance.

Onstage, Pari explores what happens when AI stops being technology we simply interact with and begins adapting to the human on the other side of the screen, and why the next computing revolution may be as much about understanding ourselves as building more powerful machines.

Pari Patel is the Founder and CEO of Zone and a speaker on human intelligence, neurotechnology, and the future of computing. At a moment when billions are being invested in making machines more intelligent, Pari is asking a different question: wh... Show more

Gaurav Singh, Founder of CognixAI Labs, bootstraps agentic AI automating B2B ops (70-80% time cuts via n8n/RAG/LLMs). Ex-EOXS AI Engineer (94% accuracy gains); built production K8s operators, Node.js/PostgreSQL backends, Docker deploys. HackVerse 2024 winner. Deploys Llama3/GPT-4o swarms for healthcare/e-com at edge scale—now tracing them with OpenSearch CRDs.

Gaurav Singh, Founder of CognixAI Labs, bootstraps agentic AI automating B2B ops (70-80% time cuts via n8n/RAG/LLMs). Ex-EOXS AI Engineer (94% accuracy gains); built production K8s operators, Node.js/PostgreSQL backends, Docker deploys. HackVerse 202... Show more

AI Specialist | Google Developer Expert (AI)

I specialize in designing and scaling Generative Al, ML, and cloud-native solutions that deliver real business impact. With 10+ years of experience in Al/ML, data platforms, and Google Cloud architecture, I've built solutions ranging from recommendation engines and search/ chatbots to enterprise GenAl platforms and RAG solutions.

As a Google Developer Expert and Champion Innovator, I contribute to the global community through talks, hackathons, and thought leadership - focusing on Agentic Al, Vertex Al, BigQuery, and Cloud Run. My approach blends technical depth with business strategy, helping organizations move from Al pilots to enterprise-grade adoption.

AI Specialist | Google Developer Expert (AI) I specialize in designing and scaling Generative Al, ML, and cloud-native solutions that deliver real business impact. With 10+ years of experience in Al/ML, data platforms, and Google Cloud architectur... Show more

Milan Cheeks is the founder and CEO of SELF Labs Inc., a technology company developing AI-powered products and infrastructure designed to improve how people live, work, create, and interact with technology.

He is leading the development of SELF OS, an AI-native operating environment designed to bring intelligent agents, decentralized applications, digital identity, and user-controlled computing into a unified ecosystem. He is also developing ESSENCE, a blockchain-based utility and economic layer intended to reward verified participation and contributions within the SELF network.

Through SELF Labs, Milan works across artificial intelligence, decentralized infrastructure, robotics, real estate technology, digital economies, and next-generation human-computer interaction.

His broader mission is to build technology that gives individuals greater ownership of their data, intelligence, devices, and economic value—helping move society from centralized digital platforms toward more personalized and user-owned technological systems.

Milan Cheeks is the founder and CEO of SELF Labs Inc., a technology company developing AI-powered products and infrastructure designed to improve how people live, work, create, and interact with technology. He is leading the development of SELF OS... Show more

Josh Hankins is a cybersecurity executive, practitioner, and speaker with more than three decades of IT experience and more than two decades focused on cybersecurity. His background spans network engineering, security architecture, incident response, vulnerability management, DevSecOps, cloud security, cyber risk, and security leadership.

Josh has served in senior leadership and advisory roles including Director of Security & Incident Response, Field CISO/Field CTSO Americas, and Consulting CISO. He is currently Founder and Principal Consultant at Firesteel Advisory Group, where he helps organizations translate technical security challenges into practical business decisions.

Josh regularly presents at cybersecurity and technology conferences across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, including Security BSides, Queen City Con, SecTor, OWASP, and Conf42. He holds the CISSP, GPCS, GMON, and GMOB certifications.

Josh Hankins is a cybersecurity executive, practitioner, and speaker with more than three decades of IT experience and more than two decades focused on cybersecurity. His background spans network engineering, security architecture, incident response,... Show more

More than 300,000 members, over $30 million paid in claims, and a 98 percent customer satisfaction rate describe the company Vajira Samararatne has built. An entrepreneur, business consultant, and business executive, he founded CoverageX, a rapidly growing provider of vehicle protection plans and home warranty services with strong third-party review scores. His model is customer-first by design, resting on transparency, direct support, and simplified claims management in a field long faulted for complicated contracts and uneven service.

CoverageX operates across two product lines that share a customer concern: the unpredictable cost of keeping essential things working.

On the automotive side, repair bills have risen with advances in automotive technology, electronic systems, sensors, and drivetrain complexity. CoverageX vehicle service contracts are designed to help owners manage those unexpected costs. The company illustrates the exposure with a specific figure, citing an average engine repair cost of approximately $9,292 for a driver without protection coverage, which reframes a service contract as practical financial planning rather than an optional luxury.

On the home side, Vajira Samararatne moved the company into home warranty services so it could serve homeowners facing repair and replacement bills on household systems and appliances. Those plans cover heating systems, cooling systems, plumbing infrastructure, electrical systems, refrigerators, and water heaters, with optional add-ons available for swimming pools, spas, guest houses, wine coolers, and additional air conditioning units. Rather than requiring several disconnected policies, the company folds systems and appliance protection into one comprehensive plan that customers tailor with add-ons.

Automotive coverage is organized into four primary tiers.

Essential focuses on core mechanical systems, covering engines, transmissions, drivetrains, seals, gaskets, and applicable turbocharger components. Signature expands into electrical systems, air conditioning, and suspension components. Premium introduces advanced technology coverage and broader system protection. Executive is exclusionary, meaning systems are covered unless they are specifically listed as exceptions.

Locked-in pricing runs alongside the tiers. Under this feature, promoted throughout Vajira Samararatne's tenure, CoverageX says customers can maintain their coverage rate for life as long as their policy stays active, a response to buyers worried about rising service costs and future premium increases.

Protection companies have historically leaned on contracts and exclusions, leaving consumers unsure what coverage really meant. Vajira Samararatne founded CoverageX with the opposite instinct: protection services should feel supportive, not complicated, and clarity became the company's identity.

CoverageX states openly how vehicle service contracts work, what they include, and what they leave out. It also puts out educational material on claims procedures, roadside assistance, repair coordination, and the maintenance responsibilities customers retain. In practice, that philosophy shows up as online quotes delivered in minutes, roadside assistance included with vehicle protection plans, claims support available 24 hours a day, year-round, and approved repairs paid directly to repair facilities.

Scale in this industry depends on operational structure. Customer support, claims management, and payment systems have to work together, and CoverageX formalized that into a four-step claims process.

The member contacts the claims department and reports the issue. Qualifying automotive claims may include temporary transportation support while the vehicle is out of service. Claims advisors then review the coverage and coordinate with the repair facility. Finally, CoverageX pays the approved repair shop directly.

That last step is a deliberate choice. Direct payment means customers are not forced to absorb a large out-of-pocket repair expense and then wait on reimbursement.

Under Vajira Samararatne, customer experience functions as a central business strategy rather than a support function. Many companies advertise good service. CoverageX puts service quality at the front of its public identity.

Company materials report a 98 percent customer satisfaction rate and a 4.5-star rating on both Google and Trustpilot, and the company promotes an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau as part of its trust-building work. The 30-day money-back guarantee serves the same purpose from the buyer's side, lowering the risk for new customers and easing hesitation among consumers uncertain about protection plans.

Relationships with established automotive and service brands form another pillar of Vajira Samararatne's leadership. Publicly listed partners include AAMCO, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Meineke, Pep Boys, Take 5 Oil Change, and Valvoline.

Each relationship strengthens the operational network while adding recognizable names to the service ecosystem customers rely on. That matters because CoverageX operates nationwide, and access to reliable repair and service networks is what keeps the experience consistent from one part of the country to another.

The through line in Vajira Samararatne's work is straightforward. He has built a business in which the promises made at the point of sale- clear terms, fixed pricing, fast support, and direct payment- are the same promises the operation is engineered to keep.

More than 300,000 members, over $30 million paid in claims, and a 98 percent customer satisfaction rate describe the company Vajira Samararatne has built. An entrepreneur, business consultant, and business executive, he founded CoverageX, a rapidly g... Show more

As the Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption, Activation, and Deployment Leader at EY Americas, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation is at the core of my responsibilities. With a focus on strategy execution, I facilitate widespread adoption and maximize the utility of Microsoft 365, ensuring our cross-functional teams are engaged and the value of collaborative technologies is fully leveraged.

My tenure as a 10-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in M365 Copilot and Microsoft Viva underscores my commitment to community leadership and sharing best practices in technology use. The ability to navigate and influence digital transformation empowers our strategic relationship with Microsoft, enriching our go-to-market strategies and enhancing program management through top-to-top collaborative endeavors.

As the Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption, Activation, and Deployment Leader at EY Americas, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation is at the core of my responsibilities. With a focus on strategy execution, I facilitate widespread a... Show more

Mark Hamblin is passionate about Dynamics 365 Business Central for manufacturing and distribution and has a deep technical knowledge of the platform.

Mark Hamblin is passionate about Dynamics 365 Business Central for manufacturing and distribution and has a deep technical knowledge of the platform. Show more

I work as a Senior Engineering Manager on CoreWeave's Physical AI team, leading engineering teams building the systems that train and deploy AI for the physical world - robotics, autonomous systems, and industrial applications. Previously I operated distributed backend systems at hyperscale at Meta and led payments infrastructure at Teya, a UK fintech unicorn serving 75,000+ European merchants, with earlier roles at Playtech. I work at intersection of large-scale distributed systems, ML infrastructure, and engineering leadership. My experience spans multiple domains including fintech, social media, e-commerce, and gambling, utilising both top-down and bottom-up approaches.
Also I am established speaker at industry events and conferences across Europe (Ukraine, Portugal, UK), based in London.

I work as a Senior Engineering Manager on CoreWeave's Physical AI team, leading engineering teams building the systems that train and deploy AI for the physical world - robotics, autonomous systems, and industrial applications. Previously I operated ... Show more

An experienced and certified Product Designer, with experience in different sectors including retail, beauty, fintech and ed-tech. I delivered my first talk at UX London 2026 and loved it. I got great feedback from it and I would like to bring my perspective to more events.

An experienced and certified Product Designer, with experience in different sectors including retail, beauty, fintech and ed-tech. I delivered my first talk at UX London 2026 and loved it. I got great feedback from it and I would like to bring my per... Show more

I bring 11 years of experience across Cognizant, Oracle, and AWS, spanning presales, sales, and post‑sales roles. I hold a PGDM from IIM Kozhikode. Over the past five years at Microsoft, I’ve been driving strategic engagement and business growth for global enterprise customers—most notably Walmart and Goldman Sachs—serving as their Account Manager.

I bring 11 years of experience across Cognizant, Oracle, and AWS, spanning presales, sales, and post‑sales roles. I hold a PGDM from IIM Kozhikode. Over the past five years at Microsoft, I’ve been driving strategic engagement and business growth for ... Show more

Ishan Shah is a Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, event-driven, and cloud-native systems across PayPal, Nordstrom, and Securonix. He has built real-time data platforms, CDC pipelines, inventory and decisioning systems, and high-throughput search and analytics infrastructure.

His work increasingly sits at the intersection of AI and engineering operations, including AI-assisted development workflows, context engineering, agent guardrails, and AI-native reliability patterns. Ishan is especially interested in practical approaches to autonomous software development, AI SRE, incident-response agents, and “AI gardening” — managing context, memory, and entropy in long-running agentic systems.

He mentors teams on reliability, observability, schema governance, and scalable platform design, with deep expertise in Java, Kafka, Debezium, AWS, Redis, Postgres, DynamoDB, and distributed systems.

Ishan Shah is a Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, event-driven, and cloud-native systems across PayPal, Nordstrom, and Securonix. He has built real-time data platforms, CDC pipelines, inventory and d... Show more

Stacy leads the Fanatics App and client platforms in the Fanatics Ecosystem. She is a multifaceted, international keynote speaker noted for her work in diversity advocacy, tech democracy, and "real-talk" leadership development. She has been a mobile specialist her whole career and worked on nearly every aspect of the ecosystem, currently specializing in engaging, fan-first Sports experiences for Fanatics. Her work has been featured on sites like Wired, Gizmodo, and Geek.com in addition to being mentioned directly in published books and being named to WWC's "100 Technologists to Watch". You can catch Stacy posting advice on LinkedIn, traveling to conferences, or working in her local DFW community as an educator and mentor for all career stages.

Stacy leads the Fanatics App and client platforms in the Fanatics Ecosystem. She is a multifaceted, international keynote speaker noted for her work in diversity advocacy, tech democracy, and "real-talk" leadership development. She has been a mobile ... Show more