Jim McGlone is the Chief Technology Officer at Automation Strategy & Performance, with extensive experience in industrial, process, and building control systems, networking, and cybersecurity. A former submarine nuclear reactor operator in the Navy, Jim developed emerging technology businesses at Rockwell Automation and served as Vice President of Tridium, leading strategic initiatives. He also held leadership roles at Ultra Electronics and Kenexis. Jim is a certified Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional and co-author of the ISA book “Security PHA Review.” He holds degrees in nuclear technology, computer technology, and an MBA in international business.

Jim McGlone is the Chief Technology Officer at Automation Strategy & Performance, with extensive experience in industrial, process, and building control systems, networking, and cybersecurity. A former submarine nuclear reactor operator in the Navy, ... Show more

As a VP of Communications & Public Affairs at UL Research Institutes (ULRI), Kristen leads a team of passionate professionals who are committed to advancing ULRI's global mission: to create a safer, more secure, and more sustainable world. With over 18 years of experience in marketing and communications, Kristen has developed and executed innovative, integrated, and impactful strategies and campaigns that drive business objectives and stakeholder engagement across technology and energy industries.

Kristen has a strong track record of delivering in times of transformation, change, and uncertainty, leveraging her skills in media and public relations, digital marketing and social media, brand stewardship, change management, crisis management, and martech optimization. Additionally, she is a certified integrative nutrition health coach and a mindfulness-based stress reduction and workplace mindfulness facilitator, who brings a holistic and wellness-oriented approach to her work and life.

As a VP of Communications & Public Affairs at UL Research Institutes (ULRI), Kristen leads a team of passionate professionals who are committed to advancing ULRI's global mission: to create a safer, more secure, and more sustainable world. With over ... Show more

I am a passionate Microsoft Cloud Architect with over 20 years of experience focusing on analytics, streaming data, IoT and Azure Technologies. Along the way, I have been able to live in corporate IT, get dirty with big data, jump into the cloud and take a shot at the start-up world. I spend my days blending cloud architectures, business strategy, coding, influencing, designing, motivating and delivering solutions that live in the cloud. My goal is to constantly push myself, absorb different perspectives, inspire and be inspired, learn from every experience and create something exciting, awesome and new.

I am a passionate Microsoft Cloud Architect with over 20 years of experience focusing on analytics, streaming data, IoT and Azure Technologies. Along the way, I have been able to live in corporate IT, get dirty with big data, jump into the cloud and ... Show more

Saul Kabali, Executive Director and COO of SafeBangle Technologies, is a seasoned innovator with over a decade of leadership experience in developing strategic partnerships and pioneering projects within the social enterprise sector. With a robust background in fostering innovation to combat gender-based violence through wearable technology, Saul has facilitated significant stakeholder engagements and set benchmarks in local innovation ecosystems. His work extends across multiple sectors, enhancing collaborative efforts and driving impactful initiatives. Saul holds a Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies from Makerere University and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Project Planning and Management, reinforcing his commitment to sustainable development and strategic project execution in East Africa and beyond.

Saul Kabali, Executive Director and COO of SafeBangle Technologies, is a seasoned innovator with over a decade of leadership experience in developing strategic partnerships and pioneering projects within the social enterprise sector. With a robust ba... Show more

Web3 Architect | Solution Architect | Electronics Engineering | AI & Blockchain Expert | CTO

Web3 Architect | Solution Architect | Electronics Engineering | AI & Blockchain Expert | CTO Show more

Ryan has spent a decade at SoCalGas, the largest natural gas distribution company in the United States, focusing on energy efficiency and leveraging big data to outreach to the hard-to-reach, disadvantaged, and low-income communities. Ryan also acts as a project manager for Microsoft suite related initiatives. He feels privileged to be able to give back to his community and help those in need. In his free time, Ryan enjoys the challenge of trying to replicate his favorite restaurants' menus and supporting his Los Angeles sports clubs.

Ryan has spent a decade at SoCalGas, the largest natural gas distribution company in the United States, focusing on energy efficiency and leveraging big data to outreach to the hard-to-reach, disadvantaged, and low-income communities. Ryan also acts ... Show more

Après des études en sciences où j'ai aiguisé mon appétence pour les nouvelles technologies, je me suis naturellement dirigé vers l'informatique où j'ai occupé les postes de développeur puis de chef de projet web. J'ai ensuite basculé dans le monde du conseil pour accompagner les entreprises dans leur transformation numérique, principalement dans le domaine de l’énergie. J'ai rejoint la DSI d'Enedis en 2022 en tant que coordinateur de chaîne de valeur et, depuis mi 2023, je suis responsable d'un ensemble de trains/produits.

Après des études en sciences où j'ai aiguisé mon appétence pour les nouvelles technologies, je me suis naturellement dirigé vers l'informatique où j'ai occupé les postes de développeur puis de chef de projet web. J'ai ensuite basculé dans le monde du... Show more

Co-Founder & managing director at Experience One AG

Co-Founder & managing director at Experience One AG Show more

Logistics and Purchase management. Business Intelligence and Power BI Development

Logistics and Purchase management. Business Intelligence and Power BI Development Show more

20 + Years Experience in Transformation, Automation and Streamlining End to End Manual Processes

20 + Years Experience in Transformation, Automation and Streamlining End to End Manual Processes Show more

Efezino Elutabe is a Data Scientist and a Student who is currently pursuing Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Lagos. His passion lies in leveraging AI to optimize engineering designs and develop innovative products (whether software or hardware).

As a speaker and author at the IndabaX Nigeria Conference, Efezino is excited to share insights and participate in discussions on the application of AI in the education and energy sectors. He firmly believes that building responsible AI is crucial for driving innovation and maintaining a competitive edge across various industries.

Efezino Elutabe is a Data Scientist and a Student who is currently pursuing Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Lagos. His passion lies in leveraging AI to optimize engineering designs and develop innovative products (whether software... Show more

Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga, um engenheiro mecânico e Profissional Certificado em Gerenciamento de Projetos (PMP), acumulou mais de três décadas de experiência diversificada em campos como construção, petróleo e gás, gestão imobiliária, operações de restaurantes e private equity. Esta vasta experiência concedeu-lhe uma profunda habilidade em resolver problemas complexos e implementar soluções inovadoras em diversos contextos industriais. Ele é altamente especializado em manufatura, equipamentos industriais, organização de processos, controle de qualidade, gestão de produtos, produção enxuta e desenvolvimento de KPIs.

Ele é o fundador da Hydrog, uma startup sediada em Houston que visa revolucionar a indústria de bombas hidráulicas ao integrar inteligência artificial e utilizar materiais avançados, promovendo designs sustentáveis. O objetivo dele é superar as limitações das bombas tradicionais em termos de eficiência, durabilidade e impacto ambiental. Ele montou uma equipe de engenheiros de ponta, garantiu o financiamento necessário e está engajado em negociações com fabricantes de equipamentos importantes que estão interessados em sua tecnologia disruptiva.

Este projeto inovador de bombas hidráulicas está pronto para transformar a indústria de petróleo e gás. Ele apresentou sua linha de produtos em eventos industriais de prestígio, atraindo a atenção de diversas empresas e especialistas em Houston. Num evento importante previsto para junho, ele e sua equipe planejam destacar o equipamento de extração desenvolvido, sublinhando suas funcionalidades e benefícios ambientais. Essa demonstração vai proporcionar aos participantes uma compreensão clara de como a tecnologia avançada pode revolucionar os processos de extração de petróleo, elevando a eficiência e minimizando os impactos ambientais.

Ele completou seu diploma em Engenharia Mecânica na Universidad del Zulia em Maracaibo, Venezuela. Desde os primeiros anos em sua carreira, ele se destacou, envolvendo-se em múltiplos projetos inovadores e estágios que ampliaram sua base prática. Antes mesmo de se formar, ele já havia assumido o papel de Gerente de Controle de Qualidade em uma empresa de usinagem industrial, onde liderou o desenvolvimento de uma tecnologia patenteada que se tornou crucial para a indústria de petróleo.

Além de seu trabalho profissional, ele é um investidor ativo em private equity, apoiando startups e empresas em crescimento. Ele também preside a Fundação St Antonio no Panamá, dedicada a apoiar jovens em desafios educacionais e reduzir as taxas de evasão escolar. A fundação fornece recursos, orientação e suporte para ajudar os estudantes a superar desafios e alcançar sucesso. Nos seus momentos de lazer, ele se entrega a hobbies como a pesca em alto-mar e a culinária, mantendo um equilíbrio entre suas paixões e seu compromisso com a família e a comunidade. Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga é reconhecido como um líder inteligente, engenhoso e apaixonado, sempre em busca de aprender mais e contribuir positivamente para o mundo.

Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga, um engenheiro mecânico e Profissional Certificado em Gerenciamento de Projetos (PMP), acumulou mais de três décadas de experiência diversificada em campos como construção, petróleo e gás, gestão imobiliária, operações ... Show more

A professional real estate consultant, student of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.

A professional real estate consultant, student of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Show more

Eric is interested in how businesses operate, the way people work with technology and has a strong admiration for (geeky) gadgets, especially those that make life easier. In his previous profession, he worked as a consultant with Citrix, Microsoft and VMware solutions on workspace designs and implementations.

Combining his passion, career (and history) with evangelism and End User Computing (the coolest thing in the world), he found his match as a Technology Specialist (Sales Engineer, Pre-Sales Consultant) at Microsoft.

Eric is interested in how businesses operate, the way people work with technology and has a strong admiration for (geeky) gadgets, especially those that make life easier. In his previous profession, he worked as a consultant with Citrix, Microsoft an... Show more

Julien is the Head of Security for Witekio and has over 15 years of experience in the cybersecurity field. After completing his PhD in computer science, he worked for various software security labs with a focus on embedded devices and smart cards. Thanks to his work as a security consultant and Pentester he has firsthand experience of security evaluations. Julien is in charge of the development of Witekio's internal security framework and security architecture for customer development.

Julien is the Head of Security for Witekio and has over 15 years of experience in the cybersecurity field. After completing his PhD in computer science, he worked for various software security labs with a focus on embedded devices and smart cards. Th... Show more

Experienced general manager and business developer with a demonstrated history of building oil, real estate and tech businesses and expanding it across different geographies.

Crypto House Capital (CHC) is a forward-thinking venture focused on attaining attractive risk-adjusted returns via the development, acquisition, management, leasing, and sale of virtual property on blockchain-based metaverse worlds in the form of non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”).

Experienced general manager and business developer with a demonstrated history of building oil, real estate and tech businesses and expanding it across different geographies. Crypto House Capital (CHC) is a forward-thinking venture focused on att... Show more

Devandran Karunakaran, a native of Singapore, was born and raised in a bustling urban environment that housed one of the world's largest and busiest ports. The vibrant economic activities revolving around import and export served as an initial inspiration for his legal career. During his early years as a lawyer, he specialized in representing clients in ship financing deals while guiding offshore and renewable energy companies.

Growing up, Devandran experienced a loving and joyful childhood. His mother, a talented chef specializing in authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, and his father, a headmaster at an international school, created a nurturing home environment. Singapore is home to a large extended family with whom Devandran maintains strong connections.

Upon completing his mandatory national service at 21, Karunakaran relocated to the United Kingdom to pursue his professional aspirations and independence.

Devandran Karunakaran, a native of Singapore, was born and raised in a bustling urban environment that housed one of the world's largest and busiest ports. The vibrant economic activities revolving around import and export served as an initial inspir... Show more

​Somil is a global smart automation engineer that creates user-friendly interfaces that revolutionize warehouse operations. His focus is on optimizing processes, increasing efficiency, and empowering logistics professionals with intuitive automation solutions. Whether it's intelligent inventory management, robotic picking, or smart tracking systems, he strive to push boundaries and make warehouse automation seamless and transformative.

​Somil is a global smart automation engineer that creates user-friendly interfaces that revolutionize warehouse operations. His focus is on optimizing processes, increasing efficiency, and empowering logistics professionals with intuitive automation ... Show more

CEO/Founder Foonange Resources, an IoT leaner, Co-Founder Youth Renaissance Club, A Political Analyst, and Computer Leaner.

CEO/Founder Foonange Resources, an IoT leaner, Co-Founder Youth Renaissance Club, A Political Analyst, and Computer Leaner. Show more

Sunita Sebastian is a seasoned design practitioner and leader with over 8 years of experience in driving meaningful impact. By aligning teams and clients, she empowers individuals to deliver their best in complex projects.

Sunita combines her expertise in product, customer experience, user experience, and service design with strong business acumen, translating design impact into measurable outcomes for transformational change in organizations of all sizes.

Outside of work, Sunita is a keen ocean outrigger canoer and kayaker, competing nationally and internationally. She finds solace and inspiration in the vastness of the ocean, further fueling her drive for exploration and pushing boundaries.

She excels in design leadership, coaching, and uplifting design capability, and looks to make design accessible to all to drive meaningful change for customers, employees, organisations, and the community. Sunita's multifaceted passions and dedication reflect her commitment to both professional excellence and personal fulfilment.

Sunita Sebastian is a seasoned design practitioner and leader with over 8 years of experience in driving meaningful impact. By aligning teams and clients, she empowers individuals to deliver their best in complex projects. Sunita combines her expe... Show more

Geek and Technology Leader! A dynamic, experienced, and award-winning CTO who specializes in building and leading strong innovative technology teams. Possesses a successful track record in the planning and delivery of IT projects as well as the strategic outlook for IT businesses. Experienced and efficient in managing both small and large budgets. Quick to assimilate innovative ideas and the application of cutting-edge technologies, like Blockchain, Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics, with a logical and analytical approach to solving complex problems and issues. A motivational and enthusiastic leader who enjoys being part of and building a successful and productive IT team and thrives in highly pressurized and challenging working environments. Most recent experience is leading IT in Fintech.

Geek and Technology Leader! A dynamic, experienced, and award-winning CTO who specializes in building and leading strong innovative technology teams. Possesses a successful track record in the planning and delivery of IT projects as well as the strat... Show more

The "data guy" hailing from Latvia (where is that?) with a high-level of passion for analytics, data modelling and building robust tools to solve business questions.

The "data guy" hailing from Latvia (where is that?) with a high-level of passion for analytics, data modelling and building robust tools to solve business questions. Show more

Mechatronics Engineer and Master in Project Management. With knowledge in the development of programming solutions for process optimization, management of modeling and design software tools such as CAD and CAM, as well as data analysis through platforms such as Excel, Power BI and JavaScript. With experience in the design, execution and measurement of projects in the hydrocarbon, power generation and cement sectors, aimed at increasing the rates of profitability, productivity and business sustainability, for national and international companies. Additionally, experience in budget administration, preparation of reports and dashboard for monitoring and execution of projects, compliance with KPI's and coordination of interdisciplinary teams.

Mechatronics Engineer and Master in Project Management. With knowledge in the development of programming solutions for process optimization, management of modeling and design software tools such as CAD and CAM, as well as data analysis through platfo... Show more

Joanna has twenty years of experience working with data in fields from particle physics to manufacturing. She's developed machine learning algorithms, java applications and everything in between to help organisations across Scotland get the value and insight from their data. Running the data science service for The Data Lab, she scopes and delivers projects, supports events and podcasts, leads a team of data scientists, and gets involved in everything data.

Joanna has twenty years of experience working with data in fields from particle physics to manufacturing. She's developed machine learning algorithms, java applications and everything in between to help organisations across Scotland get the value and... Show more

Cyrus is an enthusiastic young man that loves coding. Over the years he developed an interest in computers and quickly discovered that this could be a niche he can explore. As a student he has grown the Web Development Community in Kenya focusing on different technologies while explaining different concepts needed in the current market. In a bid to create apps that run everywhere I met Flutter and my life has changed. I use Flutter for all my Front end needs and it covers me everywhere.
As a Microsoft Advocate and Ambassador, he has been able to utilize lots of Microsoft products and worked with teams to create MVP's in hackathons and professional projects.

Cyrus is an enthusiastic young man that loves coding. Over the years he developed an interest in computers and quickly discovered that this could be a niche he can explore. As a student he has grown the Web Development Community in Kenya focusing on ... Show more

I lead the global software practices and Digital Competency program for Schlumberger, a technology Leader in the Energy sector. Here, I am responsible for the practices we adopt (ex. Agile, DevOps, Product Management, UX etc.), software product governance, the technology tooling ecosystem and driving the competencies and skills needed for enabling globally distributed software product teams to safely and securely build, deliver and operate both Cloud hosted and on-premise software solutions. I believe that the “organizational culture and mindset” is the foundation of successfully engaged teams and continuously strive to break down siloes and enable clarity via shared understanding and a strong vision and strategy at all levels. I therefore work closely with Business, Dev and Operations to enable this. I am also involved in driving Innovation and innovation initiatives in the organization.
Prior to this role, I have held various Software Engineering roles (both technical and management) for over 15 years. I am a yoga “enthusiast” and mother to two lovely children. I have an inherent passion on bringing “authentic” diversity in teams, to empowering more Girls in STEAM and Women in Technology and am always keen to find opportunities to pave it forward where I can.... #LeanIn

I lead the global software practices and Digital Competency program for Schlumberger, a technology Leader in the Energy sector. Here, I am responsible for the practices we adopt (ex. Agile, DevOps, Product Management, UX etc.), software product gove... Show more

Mattias Bergstrom is a successful innovator, serial entrepreneur, and futurist with a main focus on business and technical strategies of distributed network, AI and computing based solutions. Has developed multiple Internet protocols and designed high-speed network solutions in the last 25 years, as well as, holds more than 60 patent claims in the field of networking, wind turbine and agricultural technologies. Worked with and Co-founded multipel startups as CEO or CTO; OpenTV, Voddler and System73 among others. Has successfully deployed global infrastructure solutions for the Internet and Digital-TV for more than 30 years. Mattias is a huge believer in the Internet, and technology overall, for good. He currently supports Governments and Fortune 500 with groundbreaking technology and strategic advice.

Mattias Bergstrom is a successful innovator, serial entrepreneur, and futurist with a main focus on business and technical strategies of distributed network, AI and computing based solutions. Has developed multiple Internet protocols and designed hig... Show more

I’m a former Microsoft CSA and MTC Technical Architect for Data & AI and have been designing and building data systems since 1990. I've worked in a variety of platforms such as MS SQL Server, Oracle, IBM DB2 and xBase languages like FoxPro/FoxBase and Clipper. My work has also led me to technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and more lately, Azure Databricks, Azure ML and Cognitive Services.

These days, my wife and I live in her hometown of Wichita, Kansas - home to general aviation manufacturers Learjet, Cessna, Beechcraft and Boeing; Actors Hattie McDaniel (Gone with the Wind),and Don Johnson (Miami Vice), Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh and Ann Dunham - President Obama's mother - all Wichitans.

I’m a former Microsoft CSA and MTC Technical Architect for Data & AI and have been designing and building data systems since 1990. I've worked in a variety of platforms such as MS SQL Server, Oracle, IBM DB2 and xBase languages like FoxPro/FoxBase an... Show more

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#AnalyticsChampion and Certified Einstein Analytics and Discovery Consultant

#AnalyticsChampion and Certified Einstein Analytics and Discovery Consultant Show more