Energy & Basic Resources

Valued experts focusing on the exploration, production, and management of energy sources and raw materials

Mirco Rudolph

Mirco Rudolph

Mirco Rudolph is an AI Applications Engineer at OpenEarth Foundation, contributing to CityCatalyst, an open-source platform that helps cities build greenhouse gas inventories and prioritize climate actions using machine learning models and large language models (LLMs).
He brings a diverse interdisciplinary background spanning AI, data science, electrical engineering, sustainable energy systems, and international development, including several years in Vietnam supporting local companies and state actors in applying digital technologies for sustainability and education.
Mirco is passionate about applying responsible AI and open technology to drive climate action and public-good impact.

Mirco Rudolph is an AI Applications Engineer at OpenEarth Foundation, contributing to CityCatalyst, an open-source platform that helps cities build greenhouse gas inventories and prioritize climate actions using machine learning models and large lang... Show more

Mohammed Saif

Mohammed Saif

Mohammed Saif is a seasoned data systems engineer at Fishbone Solutions, a division of Project REM Ltd, where he specializes in designing and optimising high-performance data applications for petabyte-scale applications. With a strong foundation in computer science from the University of Leicester, His work focuses on eliminating bottlenecks in parallel data writing, enabling scalable solutions for industries ranging from scientific research to big data analytics. A passionate problem-solver

Mohammed Saif is a seasoned data systems engineer at Fishbone Solutions, a division of Project REM Ltd, where he specializes in designing and optimising high-performance data applications for petabyte-scale applications. With a strong foundation in c... Show more

Patrick Pouchol

Patrick Pouchol

Agile & Lean Coach, Product Owner, Agile Transformation Consultant, Pragmatic Agilist

Agile & Lean Coach, Product Owner, Agile Transformation Consultant, Pragmatic Agilist Show more

Sripathy Balaji Venkataramani

Sripathy Balaji Venkataramani

Sripathy Venkataramani
Senior Vice President | Technology Strategist | Innovator | Large Deal Architect | GenAI Expert

Sripathy Venkataramani is a seasoned technology leader with over two decades of experience driving innovation and transformation across AI, cybersecurity, and cloud technology sectors. Currently serving as Senior Vice President at Reaktr, he spearheads strategic initiatives focused on Generative AI, AI security, and enterprise digital transformation.

He is the driving force behind SecAI, a cutting-edge GenAI security management and red-teaming platform designed to safeguard large language models and AI deployments in enterprise environments. Sripathy’s expertise lies in architecting large-scale deals and delivering AI-powered solutions that optimize network operations, enhance cybersecurity posture, and enable business resilience.

Throughout his career, Sripathy has led cross-functional teams in building next-generation technology platforms, contributing thought leadership on AI security, machine reasoning, and AI-driven infrastructure. His work bridges the gap between emerging AI innovations and practical, secure business applications.

Sripathy Venkataramani Senior Vice President | Technology Strategist | Innovator | Large Deal Architect | GenAI Expert Sripathy Venkataramani is a seasoned technology leader with over two decades of experience driving innovation and transformatio... Show more

Muhammad Talha

Muhammad Talha

Technical Co-Founder and Head of Product Development for 3 International Startups, building and managing teams bringing digital transformation to domains such as Energy Management, Building Automation, Asset Tracking, and Consumer Electronics.

10+ years of experience as an Embedded Systems and Computer Engineer, working in design and development of products across industries such as IoT, Autonomous Driving, Automotive Engineering, Aeronautics, Industry 4.0, and Robotics.

Technical Co-Founder and Head of Product Development for 3 International Startups, building and managing teams bringing digital transformation to domains such as Energy Management, Building Automation, Asset Tracking, and Consumer Electronics. 10+... Show more

Kursat Arslan

Kursat Arslan

Kursat Arslan is a software engineer with extensive experience and management skills and works for a hi-tech telecommunication company. Turkcell develops and sells solutions that enable service providers to efficiently deliver high quality voice and data services. As a senior software engineer he is responsible for the development of management software products by the company. Kursat Arslan has a B.Sc. in Computer Engineering from Middle East Technical University of Ankara

Kursat Arslan is a software engineer with extensive experience and management skills and works for a hi-tech telecommunication company. Turkcell develops and sells solutions that enable service providers to efficiently deliver high quality voice and ... Show more

Steven Lane

Steven Lane

Steven L. Lane is a distinguished senior-level information technology leader with extensive experience in program management, project management, and project engineering. He has a proven track record of managing teams and projects within information systems, energy, telecommunications, and financial environments. Steven excels in directing programs to implement enterprise-wide distributed applications and web-based applications, bridging technology and business goals to provide productive solutions. He is known for his ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams in multi-facility environments, maximizing productivity. Steven has a strong background in interfacing with key business units, including marketing, finance, operations, human resources, and engineering, in a multicultural global arena. Steven has experience leading teams in various technology stacks, including Java, He holds a Master of Business Administration with a Finance Specialty from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, a Master of Science in Software Engineering from Kennesaw State University

Steven L. Lane is a distinguished senior-level information technology leader with extensive experience in program management, project management, and project engineering. He has a proven track record of managing teams and projects within information ... Show more

Emma Hoskins

Emma Hoskins

Emma is passionate about exploring the intersection of environmental, social, and economic issues related to outdoor recreation. She is currently pursuing her MS in Outdoor Recreation Economy at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she examines how outdoor recreation contributes to community well-being, conservation, and development. She is also a Climate and Resilience Fellow at the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), where she conducts comprehensive research on climate change impacts within national parks and supports NPCA's legislative and policy initiatives.

Emma is an avid outdoors enthusiast who enjoys exploring national parks and understanding the intricate dynamics between human activity and natural environments across the globe. She has written for Trails Magazine focusing on co-management between First Nations and Parks Canada in the Arctic Circle of Canada and has additionally spent time exploring and living in New Zealand.

Emma is passionate about exploring the intersection of environmental, social, and economic issues related to outdoor recreation. She is currently pursuing her MS in Outdoor Recreation Economy at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she examines ... Show more

Sanjeev Jha

Sanjeev Jha

Sanjeev Jha is a versatile and accomplished business leader with over 15 years of experience driving strategic growth and operational excellence across multiple industries. He currently serves as Executive Director of Technical Innovation for Genentech's U.S. Commercial organization, where he leads digital transformation initiatives aimed at enhancing go-to-market and marketing efficiencies. His work emphasizes leveraging emerging technologies like AI and machine learning to deliver accelerated outcomes and unlock commercial value.

Before Genentech, Sanjeev successfully led Cloud Advisory Services for Salesforce in ASEAN, demonstrating a strong track record in SaaS and cloud solutions. He has also held prominent roles, including CMO for Sears and Perfetti, and notably launched Amazon Kindle across Asia. At McKinsey & Company, Sanjeev led teams to address key strategic, sales, and operations optimization challenges for large-scale clients. His background with top-tier firms such as McKinsey, Motorola, and PepsiCo equips him with a deep understanding of diverse business landscapes, enabling him to effectively influence CXO-level decisions and execute complex initiatives across global markets.

Sanjeev Jha is a versatile and accomplished business leader with over 15 years of experience driving strategic growth and operational excellence across multiple industries. He currently serves as Executive Director of Technical Innovation for Genente... Show more

Akash Kadechkar

Akash Kadechkar

Akash Kadechkar, leading research initiatives at INTERA GROUP, has a distinguished background in engineering. His early curiosity about electronics led him to earn a Bachelor's degree from Mumbai University and pursue advanced studies in Spain on full scholarships. He has developed smart IoT products, published extensively, and holds a patent. He has managed projects in automotive, biomedical, electrical grid, and Industry 4.0 sectors. Akash has held key roles in major companies and continues to drive innovation and secure research funding for groundbreaking projects.

Akash Kadechkar, leading research initiatives at INTERA GROUP, has a distinguished background in engineering. His early curiosity about electronics led him to earn a Bachelor's degree from Mumbai University and pursue advanced studies in Spain on ful... Show more

Dimitri Letellier

Dimitri Letellier

Dimitri a rejoint RSM en 2016. Il a supervisé pendant 4 ans des missions dans les domaines de l’audit légal et contractuel, de l’audit des systèmes d’information mais également du risk management, notamment dans un environnement SOX.

En 2020, Dimitri a fondé le pôle Data & BI de RSM, afin de fournir des missions à forte valeur ajoutée en matière de structuration de l’approche data des organisations (schémas directeurs data, gouvernance, master data management) et de mise en œuvre de projets de business intelligence.

Expérience et compétences :
- Pilotage de la performance et business intelligence
- Amélioration continue des processus et de la qualité de données
- Datalake, DataWarehouse, Master Data Management et interfaces
- Structuration de l’approche data


Expertises sectorielles :
- Energie
- Private Equity
- Industrie
- Distribution Automobile

Dimitri a rejoint RSM en 2016. Il a supervisé pendant 4 ans des missions dans les domaines de l’audit légal et contractuel, de l’audit des systèmes d’information mais également du risk management, notamment dans un environnement SOX. En 2020, Dim... Show more

Abba Sulaiman S.

Abba Sulaiman S.

Lecturer; Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology

Lecturer; Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology Show more

Matthew Flynn

Matthew Flynn

Matt is a skilled architect who finds his work in higher education deeply gratifying. Whereas some may see a dorm room as merely four walls and a bed, Matt sees it as something far more meaningful: a home, and safe place for students during some of their most formative years.

Matt loves that his work can foster community for students, and he is likewise appreciated by clients and colleagues for his communal, collaborative approach. At Goody Clancy, Matt specializes in coordinating the contributions of large, complex stakeholder teams. His expertise in project management has been invaluable on a wide range of architecture project types, including residence halls for some of the world's most elite universities like MIT, Carnegie Mellon University, and Dartmouth College.

Matt is a skilled architect who finds his work in higher education deeply gratifying. Whereas some may see a dorm room as merely four walls and a bed, Matt sees it as something far more meaningful: a home, and safe place for students during some of t... Show more

Prof. Klaus Knopper

Prof. Klaus Knopper

Klaus Knopper holds a masters degree in electrical engineering and is a passionate developer for open source hard- and software including Linux-based operating systems and applications. In his main job he is vice president for digitalization and professor in business informatics with focus on software engineering and information security at the university of applied sciences Kaiserslautern/Germany.

Klaus Knopper holds a masters degree in electrical engineering and is a passionate developer for open source hard- and software including Linux-based operating systems and applications. In his main job he is vice president for digitalization and pro... Show more

Shubham Sugara

Shubham Sugara

6 years experience in System and platform engineer , worked across many distributed system and handled complex infrastructure ,
Mainly worked on AWS and Azure and along with Openstack. Migrated large and robust system to cloud and containerized them, believe in automation and developing solution for highly scalable and fault resistant systems.
Developed skillset over time to create and manage CI/CD pipelines on a daily basis and ready to troubleshoot production issues whenever needed,

6 years experience in System and platform engineer , worked across many distributed system and handled complex infrastructure , Mainly worked on AWS and Azure and along with Openstack. Migrated large and robust system to cloud and containerized the... Show more

Jithin KP

Jithin KP

Jithin KP is Associate Principal Engineer at ABB R&D. An expert in Communication Architectures and Linux and Open Source , he has played key role in Building REx 610 relay software at ABB from India. He was key embedded architect for the platform/product. https://new.abb.com/medium-voltage/digital-substations/protection-relays/multiapplication/protection-and-control-rex610. He would share insights from the work and connect with latest trends including realtime patch now becoming mainstream.

Jithin KP is Associate Principal Engineer at ABB R&D. An expert in Communication Architectures and Linux and Open Source , he has played key role in Building REx 610 relay software at ABB from India. He was key embedded architect for the platform/pro... Show more

Sudama Prasad

Sudama Prasad

I am Sudama Prasad, a Lead Platform Engineer at the world's one of the world's largest commodity trading companies, where I architect cloud solutions, manage a talented team, and lead key initiatives that shape the company’s technology landscape. I introduced Kubernetes into the company, enabling scalable and efficient operations, and implemented FinOps for the first time in the organization, ensuring cost-effective use of cloud resources.

In addition to these responsibilities, I assist data engineers and data architects in setting up enterprise-grade data platforms, ensuring robust, scalable, and efficient solutions that meet organizational data needs. One of my proudest achievements is rolling out inner source practices within the company, which has fostered collaboration and innovation across teams.

My work involves designing and managing cloud platforms that balance technical excellence with practical business solutions. I focus on building systems that address immediate challenges while laying the foundation for long-term growth.

Beyond my professional work, I am committed to continuous learning and sharing knowledge. Technology is about creating opportunities for better efficiency, collaboration, and innovation.

I am Sudama Prasad, a Lead Platform Engineer at the world's one of the world's largest commodity trading companies, where I architect cloud solutions, manage a talented team, and lead key initiatives that shape the company’s technology landscape. I i... Show more

David Adejumo

David Adejumo

David Adejumo currently work as a Data and Analytics Engineer at Hydrogen. Prior to this, He previously worked as a Lead, Business Intelligence Analyst - PayFasta and VAS product at Kobo 360, a Sub-Saharan African technology, logistics, and Fintech company with a presence in 6 African countries, including Ghana. In his capacity, he helped the organization leverage data to make actionable insights through helping the company implement various dashboards with state-of-the-art business intelligence tools.

Prior to joining Kobo360, his career as a data analyst was greatly influenced by across industries, such as the commercial banking, FMCG, and management consulting. At Sterling Bank PLC., he worked as a Quality Assurance and Data Analyst, where he leveraged on analytics around conduct and compliance with myriads of dashboards across the ecosystem.

Also, his work experience at Food Concepts (Chicken Republic), the fastest growing restaurant in West Africa with over two hundred (200) stores in Nigeria and four (4) in Ghana, afforded him the opportunity to work on various analytics projects across the business and departments. At the same time, his period of stay at Nerilus International is worthy of note. He leveraged his collaborative and project management skills to work in teams on projects serving different clients in the Edutech, Insurance, and FinTech spaces.

David's work experience is not but with a continuous desire to become the very best at his work. This is evident in his skillsets and expertise in the use of varying analytic tools.

Visualization tool: Microsoft PowerBI, Tableau, SQL, Quicksight (AWS)
Modern data stack: dbt, Airbyte, snowflakes
Programming: Python

His adherence to professionalism has driven him to acquire relevant training that has him certified as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), Microsoft Certified Data Analyst, and Project Management Professional from the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA.

While he loves to analyze data, he also enjoys contributing his quota to community building through volunteering and imparting knowledge to data analytics enthusiasts.

Despite being an amiable team lead and team member, one fun fact about David is that he loves to meditate.

David Adejumo currently work as a Data and Analytics Engineer at Hydrogen. Prior to this, He previously worked as a Lead, Business Intelligence Analyst - PayFasta and VAS product at Kobo 360, a Sub-Saharan African technology, logistics, and Fintech c... Show more

Claudia Bibiana Ruiz

Claudia Bibiana Ruiz

Directora del Centro de Innovación del Meta Econova. Consultora en innovación y transformación digital. Docente Investigadora con más de 18 años de experiencia, en tecnología, género e innovación. Licenciada en lenguas modernas, Especialista en educación, magister en docencia e investigación universitaria, candidata a Doctorado en Ciencias Humanas y Sociales de la Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Implementa metodologías ágiles y gamificadas, STEAM, inteligencia artificial generativa y design thinking, optimizando resultados académicos y preparando a docentes y estudiantes para desafíos digitales. Formadora de formadores.

Directora del Centro de Innovación del Meta Econova. Consultora en innovación y transformación digital. Docente Investigadora con más de 18 años de experiencia, en tecnología, género e innovación. Licenciada en lenguas modernas, Especialista en educa... Show more

Israel Chukwuemeka

Israel Chukwuemeka

Software developer(Frontend Heavy) with over 7 years experience.

Building the future one code line at a time

Software developer(Frontend Heavy) with over 7 years experience. Building the future one code line at a time Show more

Lubowa Hood

Lubowa Hood

Hood Lubowa is a lawyer with extensive expertise in human rights law and a deep understanding of various fields of tech law, including data protection, digital rights, cybersecurity, and intellectual property. As an internationally published author, Hood has contributed insightful literature on the intersection of law, technology, and human rights. Currently, he runs the Civic Engagement and Digital Rights work at Oxfam Uganda, where he leads initiatives focused on empowering communities, safeguarding digital spaces, and advocating for inclusive policies. With a passion for justice and a commitment to digital equity, Hood continues to influence the discourse around human rights in the digital era, striving to create a more open, safe, and accessible internet for all.

Hood Lubowa is a lawyer with extensive expertise in human rights law and a deep understanding of various fields of tech law, including data protection, digital rights, cybersecurity, and intellectual property. As an internationally published author, ... Show more

Doudou BA

Doudou BA

Doudou BA is an experienced Automation Specialist at Maersk, with a robust background in data science, machine learning, and software engineering. He specializes in designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and Power Platform. As a PhD candidate at Charles University, his research focuses on applying artificial neural networks to rainfall-runoff modelling and geoscience. Doudou is passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems and improve operational efficiency in the logistics industry.

Doudou BA is an experienced Automation Specialist at Maersk, with a robust background in data science, machine learning, and software engineering. He specializes in designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and... Show more

Oguzhan Oyan

Oguzhan Oyan

Developing mlplatform

Developing mlplatform Show more

Michael Darnieder

Michael Darnieder

30 Jahre IT-Erfahrung als Software-Entwickler, Architekt und seit 2 Jahren infiziert mit KI. Gerade als Speaker gestartet, um die Digitalisierung besonders in den Erneuerbaren Energien auf ein neues Level zu heben.

30 Jahre IT-Erfahrung als Software-Entwickler, Architekt und seit 2 Jahren infiziert mit KI. Gerade als Speaker gestartet, um die Digitalisierung besonders in den Erneuerbaren Energien auf ein neues Level zu heben. Show more

Stephen Armory

Stephen Armory

Stephen has over 30 years experience in IT with over half focussed in Manufacturing and Utilities companies.

Currently leading a team of talented Architects driving through innovation and business value for our customers at Dufrain.

Formerly Senior Cloud Solution Architect for Microsoft with specific responsibility for Data and AI in the Manufacturing and Utilities space.

Examples of Stephens' work have attracted national press attention associated with Critical National Infrastructure and Environmental Protection.

Stephen has spoken at trade conferences on this and other Data and AI subjects. Most recently at the UK's Smart Manufacturing and Engineering Week expo at the NEC in Birmingham.

Stephen has over 30 years experience in IT with over half focussed in Manufacturing and Utilities companies. Currently leading a team of talented Architects driving through innovation and business value for our customers at Dufrain. Formerly Se... Show more

Christine Solmar Godring

Christine Solmar Godring

Christine Solmar Godring is a change management leader with broad experience in change-, project management and communication. She specializes in Microsoft Copilot and AI adoption and ways of working in M365, combining technical and human perspectives to enhance business and employee needs.

She has experience from a broad set of sectors such as energy, retail, vehicles and public sector.

Christine Solmar Godring is a change management leader with broad experience in change-, project management and communication. She specializes in Microsoft Copilot and AI adoption and ways of working in M365, combining technical and human perspective... Show more

Michael Rosetta

Michael Rosetta

Michael is a Business Development Manager and former Business Unit General Manager at ACT Smart Lighting, with extensive experience in managing large-scale energy projects.
Michael played a key role in pioneering Australia’s first streetlight energy performance contract, achieving over 50% energy and emission reductions.
Michael has also collaborated with the Australian National University to study the benefits of smart lighting control in reducing light pollution.
Michael will share insights and learnings from the ACT Smart Lighting Project

Michael is a Business Development Manager and former Business Unit General Manager at ACT Smart Lighting, with extensive experience in managing large-scale energy projects. Michael played a key role in pioneering Australia’s first streetlight energ... Show more

Axel A.O. Wenke

Axel A.O. Wenke

Geologist by Background, PhD in Basin Analysis, Exploration Manager in Geothermal Engineering GmbH (now Vulcan Energy) 2006-2012, various technical and leader positions in Statoil/Equinor 2012-2023, Director New Energy and BD in Neptune Energy since 01/2024.

Geologist by Background, PhD in Basin Analysis, Exploration Manager in Geothermal Engineering GmbH (now Vulcan Energy) 2006-2012, various technical and leader positions in Statoil/Equinor 2012-2023, Director New Energy and BD in Neptune Energy since... Show more

Einar Landre

Einar Landre

Einar Landre is an accomplished software professional with 40 years of experience from multiple sectors and domains. He has held roles as developer, architect, consultant and leader. His primary skill is as software and system architect working closely with business stakeholders.

Mr. Landre has practiced tactical and strategic Domain-Driven Design (DDD) techniques since before DDD had a name, and he contributed to the earliest papers on DDD back in 2006. These papers outlined strategic use of DDD in modernization of large-scale software systems in the oil and gas industry.

Since 2019 has Mr. Landre focus been the development of the OSDU Data Platform. The OSDU Data Platform is an upstream oil and gas industry open-source software and standardization initiative managed by The Open Group where he holds one of the elected seats on the forum’s management comity. The OSDU Data Platform is a industry wide initiative with more than 220 organizations.

Einar holds a master’s degree in information technology from the University of Strathclyde, Scotland.

Einar Landre is an accomplished software professional with 40 years of experience from multiple sectors and domains. He has held roles as developer, architect, consultant and leader. His primary skill is as software and system architect working close... Show more

Emmanuel Ajayi

Emmanuel Ajayi

Emmanuel Ajayi is a Fourth-year Electrical and Computer Engineering student at Kwara State University in Nigeria.
He is passionate about leveraging open-source technologies to create innovative solutions in aerospace, robotics, and renewable energy. Emmanuel has been recognized for his work on sustainable energy systems and is committed to advancing accessible, impactful technologies in developing countries.

Emmanuel Ajayi is a Fourth-year Electrical and Computer Engineering student at Kwara State University in Nigeria. He is passionate about leveraging open-source technologies to create innovative solutions in aerospace, robotics, and renewable energy... Show more

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