Energy & Basic Resources

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

Fatou Sarr

Fatou Sarr

I hold an international Master’s degree in Green Hydrogen, Renewable Energy Technology, and Climate Change, with a specialization in economics, policies, and infrastructure related to these fields. I currently work in the private sector in climate finance and carbon markets, focusing on carbon offset and removal projects under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement through the West African Alliance on Carbon Markets and Climate Finance.

Beyond academia, I co-founded the Opportunity For Success (OFS) online platform, which disseminates daily educational opportunities and combats digital misinformation.Additionally, I have volunteer experience in Internet governance with the Internet Society Senegal Chapter and serve as a Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) member of the Africa Internet Governance Forum since 2022.

Over the past six years, I have been actively engaged with numerous nonprofit organizations (Internet Society Senegal, Senchix, AFestic), focusing on internet governance through organizing workshops, conferences, and providing training sessions. Leveraging the knowledge gained from online courses through the Internet Society e-learning platform, I have been dedicated to sharing insights and fostering understanding in the field of internet governance. In addition to my work in internet governance, I have taken on leadership roles in climate and green energy organizations over the past two years.

I hold an international Master’s degree in Green Hydrogen, Renewable Energy Technology, and Climate Change, with a specialization in economics, policies, and infrastructure related to these fields. I currently work in the private sector in climate fi... Show more

Sheila Maria Handberg

Sheila Maria Handberg

Sheila is Chief product owner, IT Workplace Solutions working at Energinet.

Sheila is Chief product owner, IT Workplace Solutions working at Energinet. Show more

Kateryna Stryhunivska

Kateryna Stryhunivska

Kateryna Stryhunivska is an experienced Senior Business Analyst based in Scotland. Her mission is to design & optimize processes to enable business growth by utilizing BA innovation tools and techniques.

Kateryna Stryhunivska is an experienced Senior Business Analyst based in Scotland. Her mission is to design & optimize processes to enable business growth by utilizing BA innovation tools and techniques. Show more

Amrita Dasgupta

Amrita Dasgupta

Amrita Dasgupta works as Energy and Minerals Analyst at the International Energy Agency (IEA) in Paris. She has been working on various topics related to clean energy technologies and energy sector decarbonisation for six years on the World Energy Outlook (WEO) team at the IEA. Having co-authored around forty IEA flagship reports, Amrita was one of the lead authors of the IEA’s pioneering 2021 report on The Role of Critical Minerals in Clean Energy Transitions. Since then, she is one of the core members of the team founded to work on the demand and supply outlooks for critical minerals at the IEA and led the recent report on Critical Minerals Recycling. Her areas of expertise include battery technologies, battery recycling, rare earth elements, transport energy demand, solar PV technologies and low-emissions hydrogen production.

Amrita Dasgupta works as Energy and Minerals Analyst at the International Energy Agency (IEA) in Paris. She has been working on various topics related to clean energy technologies and energy sector decarbonisation for six years on the World Energy Ou... Show more

Noshin Omar

Noshin Omar

Prof. Noshin Omar is the President of Avesta Holding. Avesta is active in the field of battery production and recycling for automotive and stationary applications.

Prof. Noshin Omar is the President of Avesta Holding. Avesta is active in the field of battery production and recycling for automotive and stationary applications. Show more

Jan Eggert

Jan Eggert

Jan is an expert in entrepreneurship education and deep tech innovation. He has more than 15 years of professional experience in business school education and academic technology transfer working on international accreditation and partnerships, the assurance of learning in both digital and in-class environments, and in bridging the gap between academia and business. In his current role at EIT RawMaterials, he is responsible for the education portfolio spanning the entire life cycle of the learner. Together with his team he develops educational strategies and co-creates lifelong learning programs and education activities with industry partners in the raw materials sector at European level that foster entrepreneurial mindsets and drive talent transformation.

Jan is an expert in entrepreneurship education and deep tech innovation. He has more than 15 years of professional experience in business school education and academic technology transfer working on international accreditation and partnerships, the a... Show more

John Bishop Flynn

John Bishop Flynn

I work with Toshiba, Actalent, Code Kentucky, Awesome Inc, and Mobile Information Technology in many roles in technology, training, and management.

I work with Toshiba, Actalent, Code Kentucky, Awesome Inc, and Mobile Information Technology in many roles in technology, training, and management. Show more

Akash Sharma

Akash Sharma

Akash Sharma is a visionary leader and strategist at the forefront of technology, data, and energy innovation. As Director of Product Innovation at Enverus' Ventures Division, he spearheads strategic initiatives that drive growth by leveraging his expertise in analytics, data science, and complex systems engineering for decision intelligence solutions.

Currently, Akash leads the strategy and development of Generative AI across Enverus' entire product portfolio, positioning the company at the vanguard of AI transformation in the energy sector. His work is instrumental in shaping how AI technologies are revolutionizing energy industry practices
and decision-making processes.

With over a decade of experience spanning petroleum engineering, data science, product management, and consulting, Akash has established himself as an internationally recognized thought leader and trusted advisor on digital transformation. His unique perspective is shaped by advanced degrees in petroleum engineering from the University of Houston and computational data analytics from Georgia Tech.

A prolific contributor to industry knowledge, Akash's research papers, which have amassed over 130 citations, reflect his significant impact in the field. He regularly shares insights through publications, conferences, podcasts, and committee work. As a published author with SPE and AAPG and an
active member of the Digital Energy Technical Section and Digital
Transformation Committee, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation in the energy sector.

With a comprehensive understanding of the global energy landscape, Akash excels at creating cutting-edge, technology-enabled solutions to address pressing real-world challenges. He leads key initiatives in AI and machine learning, knowledge mining, data modeling, and other innovations aimed at
optimizing costs, enhancing sustainability, and accelerating the energy transition.

Akash Sharma is a visionary leader and strategist at the forefront of technology, data, and energy innovation. As Director of Product Innovation at Enverus' Ventures Division, he spearheads strategic initiatives that drive growth by leveraging his ex... Show more

Bartłomiej Staszkiewicz

Bartłomiej Staszkiewicz

Bartek is Chief Technology Officer and co-founder at CIstarius, Data & AI Architect at Crestt, and a Data Engineering Expert & Consultant at Numlabs. He specializes in advanced big data solutions—Snowflake and dbt freak—and production data and AI/ML observavility. Bartek orchestrates data-driven digital transformations across industries like energy, adtech, and finance, having successfully delivered projects for companies such as Bayer, Volkswagen, AerCap, Respect Energy, SwissRe, and Alior Bank. He leverages robust cloud architectures and data monetization strategies to optimize operations and drive innovation.

Bartek is Chief Technology Officer and co-founder at CIstarius, Data & AI Architect at Crestt, and a Data Engineering Expert & Consultant at Numlabs. He specializes in advanced big data solutions—Snowflake and dbt freak—and production data and AI/ML ... Show more

Thierry Sammour Sawaya

Thierry Sammour Sawaya

As a trained electronics and signal processing engineer, but mostly as a computer vision specialist for more than ten years in various industry (aerospace, automotive, space, manufacturing), Thierry Sammour Sawaya is currently working to build the future of Airbus aircrafts navigation systems using artificial intelligence and computer vision.

As a trained electronics and signal processing engineer, but mostly as a computer vision specialist for more than ten years in various industry (aerospace, automotive, space, manufacturing), Thierry Sammour Sawaya is currently working to build the fu... Show more

Matteo Nicoli

Matteo Nicoli

I am a PhD Student at Politecnico di Torino and my research focuses on the development of methodologies for energy system optimization modeling, scenario analysis and long-term energy planning. Since November 2024 I am a Research Fellow at the Economics and Statistics Department of Università di Torino.

I am a PhD Student at Politecnico di Torino and my research focuses on the development of methodologies for energy system optimization modeling, scenario analysis and long-term energy planning. Since November 2024 I am a Research Fellow at the Econom... Show more

Matias Perazoli

Matias Perazoli

Seasoned executive with over 25 years of proven expertise in driving growth and innovation within the technology, telecommunications, and renewable energy sectors. Adept at general management, marketing, and sales, I have a strong background in leading integrated operations and fostering product and business development on a global scale.

As a versatile leader, I have successfully managed and restructured teams to achieve strategic objectives, ensuring seamless operations and sustained business growth. My expertise in brand development, digital marketing, and business intelligence has consistently resulted in enhanced market presence and increased revenue streams.

Multilingual in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French, I bring a global perspective and the ability to connect with diverse teams and clients. My certifications in communication, sales, and governance reflect a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

I am passionate about leveraging technology to drive sustainable development and am an advocate for renewable energy solutions. Whether guiding startups or steering established enterprises, my goal is to deliver innovative solutions that create lasting value.

Seasoned executive with over 25 years of proven expertise in driving growth and innovation within the technology, telecommunications, and renewable energy sectors. Adept at general management, marketing, and sales, I have a strong background in leadi... Show more

Bishnu Panigrahi

Bishnu Panigrahi

I lead Data and AI for IBM

I lead Data and AI for IBM Show more

Meloni Boatswain

Meloni Boatswain

Meloni Boatswain is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in Construction and Technology. She's led large-scale projects across sectors, collaborating with federal agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and private entities worldwide. Currently serving as the Director of Global Strategy at Transformation Lead, a digital transformation firm with global presence, Meloni is also the President of Blacks in Technology Atlanta Chapter, the world's largest community of Black technologists. Her leadership is rooted in a passion for empowering underserved communities. With an MBA in Construction Technology, Meloni holds a LEED AP BD+C certification for sustainable building practices and an OSHA 500 Safety Trainer designation for workplace safety. In the tech realm, she's a PMP-certified project manager, a Six Sigma Green Belt for process improvement, and a Certified Cybersecurity Professional with a focus on Physical Security. Meloni's wealth of experience and certifications underscore her role as a respected expert in both industries, where she frequently shares her expertise through speaking engagements and articles in leading publications.

Meloni Boatswain is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in Construction and Technology. She's led large-scale projects across sectors, collaborating with federal agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and private entities worldwide.... Show more

Alan Taliaferro

Alan Taliaferro

Alan is the Founding Partner of the Smart Warehouse/Smart Factory by Deloitte in Montreal. He leads the Deloitte warehousing center of excellence in Canada with over 20 years of experience in supply chain strategy, distribution network design, warehouse/facility design and implementation, transportation, and automation. He is a recognized speaker on warehousing automation at global supply chain conferences and has worked with a number of food service companies in their search for cost reduction and improved efficiency.

Alan is the Founding Partner of the Smart Warehouse/Smart Factory by Deloitte in Montreal. He leads the Deloitte warehousing center of excellence in Canada with over 20 years of experience in supply chain strategy, distribution network design, wareho... Show more

Tad Luttrell

Tad Luttrell

I'm Tad and I'm excited to speak to your group or team to advise on leadership, business, relationship management, and much more!
Below is a small breakdown of what I've been up to over the last 15 years:

Worked as Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of a small regional company and helped to build it into one of the Top 10 companies in it's field in America

Grew sales for that company by over 40x from $3.5 million in 2016 to nearly $150 million in 2021

I've worked for the past few years in private consulting for both established businesses and startups

Negotiated agreements with the NFL, NCAA, and MiLB

Created sales training curriculum and methodologies allowing folks with little to no sales experience to have industry leading closing and cancellation percentages

Led negotiations with large manufacturing partners and distributors including Tesla, Panasonic, LG, and others

Participated in and led capital raises, investor pitches, equity investments, and more

I've created training courses and spoken to large groups from all walks of life. I'm experienced as a leader, motivational speaker, life coach, trainer, and more, and I look forward to making a positive impact for you and your team!

I'm Tad and I'm excited to speak to your group or team to advise on leadership, business, relationship management, and much more! Below is a small breakdown of what I've been up to over the last 15 years: Worked as Chief Sales and Marketing Offi... Show more

Alexander Alten

Alexander Alten

Alex has built many data platforms in his career at Cloudera, Allianz, or e.on, has more than 15 years of data experience. Before founding DataBloom, he founded Infinimesh, X-Warp, and Infinite Devices.

Alex has built many data platforms in his career at Cloudera, Allianz, or e.on, has more than 15 years of data experience. Before founding DataBloom, he founded Infinimesh, X-Warp, and Infinite Devices. Show more

Jim McGlone

Jim McGlone

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

Kristen Delphos

Kristen Delphos

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

Sammy Verghese

Sammy Verghese

With exceptional early success in Web3, Oil and Gas, Hospitality, Events and Web2, an established entrepreneur from his teens and a trailblazer with a proven track record of strategic planning to penetrate new markets and explode revenue growth. Utilising an entrepreneurial perspective and astute commercial acumen in driving change and business success across highly competitive industries.

Building a new use case for digital assets that could solve the cold start problem for millions of businesses globally, whilst simultaneously transforming the lives of individual team members.

With exceptional early success in Web3, Oil and Gas, Hospitality, Events and Web2, an established entrepreneur from his teens and a trailblazer with a proven track record of strategic planning to penetrate new markets and explode revenue growth. Util... Show more

Stéphane Dellacherie

Stéphane Dellacherie

Engineer at Hydro-Québec (Québec) since 2016 in data science and AI applied to load forecasting, Associate professor at UQAM (Québec) since 2022, Visiting researcher at Polytechnique Montréal (Québec) in applied mathematics (2015-16), Researcher at the french atomic energy commission (CEA, France) in applied mathematics and scientific computing (1995-2016), Associate researcher at Jacques-Louis Lions Lab, Sorbonne université, France (2011-15)

Engineer at Hydro-Québec (Québec) since 2016 in data science and AI applied to load forecasting, Associate professor at UQAM (Québec) since 2022, Visiting researcher at Polytechnique Montréal (Québec) in applied mathematics (2015-16), Researcher at t... Show more

Andres Padilla

Andres Padilla

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

Ash Smith

Ash Smith

Currently the Data Platform Manager at South32 building data teams and platforms to support operations and functions globally.

Currently the Data Platform Manager at South32 building data teams and platforms to support operations and functions globally. Show more

Andrew Stets

Andrew Stets

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles.

~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science enthusiast, dedicated to bridging the gap between technical knowledge & public understanding.

~ Leveraging a unique blend of software architecture & science communication skills to build reliable solutions and share technical insights for broader impact.

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles. ~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science ent... Show more

Kanchana Devi Hariyappa

Kanchana Devi Hariyappa

Kanchana is an accomplished IT professional with over 20 years of experience, specializing in cybersecurity architecture, delivery, and consulting. She excels in client and stakeholder engagements, delivery operations, and governance. With a proven track record of reducing costs, strengthening customer relationships, improving business practices, and driving profitable growth. She has successfully delivered security solutions that align with business strategies and roadmaps, accommodating various client requirements under a zero-trust approach. Known for winning numerous successful deals, Kanchana is adept at creating secure and sustainable cybersecurity frameworks ensuring robust protection and compliance. Currently focusing on data security and tackling critical data security challenges. Kanchana has technical hands-on experience in implementing end-to-end security controls for client accounts.

Kanchana is an accomplished IT professional with over 20 years of experience, specializing in cybersecurity architecture, delivery, and consulting. She excels in client and stakeholder engagements, delivery operations, and governance. With a proven t... Show more

Rob Oud

Rob Oud

Seasoned Entrepeneur with many years of experience. Specialized in Project business in Architecture, building and manufacturing.

Seasoned Entrepeneur with many years of experience. Specialized in Project business in Architecture, building and manufacturing. Show more

Barry Haughian

Barry Haughian

I have 30 years experience, in Software and I.T. with a background in IoT, Telco and A.I. I have designed, launched and scaled several global IoT platforms and organisation working in multiple industry verticals such as, Telco, Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy and Fintech

I have 30 years experience, in Software and I.T. with a background in IoT, Telco and A.I. I have designed, launched and scaled several global IoT platforms and organisation working in multiple industry verticals such as, Telco, Automotive, Manufactur... Show more

Gerhard Grossberger

Gerhard Grossberger

Innovation Management and Strategy Development since more than 20 years, out of it 10+ years in automotive industry.

New product developments based on market intelligence and facts & figures, always approaching a big picture – hardware & software systems together with business analytics under one umbrella.

Innovation Management and Strategy Development since more than 20 years, out of it 10+ years in automotive industry. New product developments based on market intelligence and facts & figures, always approaching a big picture – hardware & software ... Show more

Pushparaju Thangavel

Pushparaju Thangavel

Pushparaju is a seasoned Cloud Architect with a robust background in leading cloud transformation initiatives and crafting comprehensive Cloud Architectures. With over 13 years of hands-on experience, He successfully guided numerous clients through the complexities of cloud adoption and migration, proficiently navigating both AWS and Azure ecosystems.
His expertise spans across Cloud Architecture, Migration Strategies, Data Platform Architecture, and Application Development and Maintenance, enabling organizations to leverage the full potential of cloud technologies. Moreover, he possess strong team leadership capabilities, having led global teams to deliver innovative solutions on time and within budget.
As a dedicated professional, he committed to delivering tailored solutions that align with business objectives while optimizing performance and scalability. Beyond the technical proficiency, he is also an accomplished public speaker, having shared insights and best practices at multiple industry events. His passion lies in empowering people to achieve success on their cloud journey, driving innovation, and fostering sustainable growth.

Pushparaju is a seasoned Cloud Architect with a robust background in leading cloud transformation initiatives and crafting comprehensive Cloud Architectures. With over 13 years of hands-on experience, He successfully guided numerous clients through t... Show more

Sam Chanoski

Sam Chanoski

Sam Chanoski delivers technical leadership, expertise, and strategic insights to Idaho National Laboratory's portfolio of multi-million-dollar critical infrastructure security and resilience projects sponsored by DOE, DHS, and DOD. He influences the development of large, long-term sustained programs for research, development, demonstration, and deployment associated with control system cybersecurity for nationally critical infrastructure, with particular focus on the energy sector.

Sam’s professional interests include real-time transmission and distribution operations, organizational behavior, control systems cybersecurity, and emergency management and resilience. He is a Senior Member of IEEE, and an adjunct professor at Gonzaga University’s School of Engineering & Applied Science.

Sam Chanoski delivers technical leadership, expertise, and strategic insights to Idaho National Laboratory's portfolio of multi-million-dollar critical infrastructure security and resilience projects sponsored by DOE, DHS, and DOD. He influences the... Show more

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