Energy & Basic Resources

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

Tushar Dasgupta

Tushar Dasgupta

Tushar Dasgupta is a results-driven Senior Product Manager with deep expertise in supply chain optimization, product management, and large-scale e-commerce operations. With a proven track record of driving significant inventory improvements and delivering substantial cost savings, Tushar brings a powerful combination of strategic vision, technical proficiency, and operational execution to every role. where he has led transformative initiatives across supply chain and marketplace platforms. His innovations include the design and deployment of automated buying systems, predictive inventory monitoring tools leveraging SQL and Generative AI, and seasonal planning models incorporating price elasticity. These initiatives have contributed to major financial impacts, including cost savings, improved inventory allocation, and enhanced seasonal planning efficiencies.
Before his current role, Tushar held senior supply chain and product roles at Walmart Ecommerce and NTPC Ltd, one of India’s largest energy conglomerates. At Walmart, he scaled omnichannel SKU availability significantly and reduced peak season out-of-stock incidents. At NTPC, he spearheaded procurement digitization and led emergency project delivery during national crises, resulting in major savings and revenue gains. Tushar holds an MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, with a concentration in Supply Chain and Product Management, and a Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering from NIT Nagpur. His technical skill set includes SQL, Tableau, Python, Power BI, AutoCAD, and enterprise systems like SAP.
Beyond his professional achievements, Tushar is an active community leader. He has served as a village magistrate conducting high-turnout national elections, organized science camps for underprivileged youth, and led fundraising drives for disaster relief.

Tushar Dasgupta is a results-driven Senior Product Manager with deep expertise in supply chain optimization, product management, and large-scale e-commerce operations. With a proven track record of driving significant inventory improvements and deliv... Show more

Matias Julian Christoffersen

Matias Julian Christoffersen

My name is Matias, and i am a Microsoft Power Platform Architect specialising in governance, security, and enterprise adoption.

My passion lies in helping organizations unlock the full potential of Copilot Studio and the Power Platform—without compromising on compliance, resilience, or control.

With a background spanning business strategy, IT governance, and program management, I bring a methodical yet customer-centric approach to every engagement. I focus on balancing innovation with structure, ensuring that makers can create value while enterprises maintain the oversight they need.

My focus in creating collaborative environments where responsibility and teamwork drives success. Whether it’s designing environment strategies, implementing security frameworks, or enabling citizen development responsibly, I am committed to delivering solutions that are not only technically sound but also aligned with the customer’s perspective and long-term goals.

My name is Matias, and i am a Microsoft Power Platform Architect specialising in governance, security, and enterprise adoption. My passion lies in helping organizations unlock the full potential of Copilot Studio and the Power Platform—without co... Show more

Laolu Adeola

Laolu Adeola

Laolu leads Leke Services, a firm focused on helping leaders build data‑driven, scalable mobility and energy systems. He has supported ecosystem research, market intelligence, and strategy work across Africa’s EV and battery sectors; including contributions to climate‑tech ecosystem analyses. His recent work focuses on building Nigeria’s EV market intelligence foundation, mapping key players across vehicles, batteries, and charging, and identifying the conditions required for bankable scale. He blends systems thinking, operational diligence, and clarity of execution to help stakeholders reduce risk, improve unit economics, and accelerate the mobility transition.

Laolu leads Leke Services, a firm focused on helping leaders build data‑driven, scalable mobility and energy systems. He has supported ecosystem research, market intelligence, and strategy work across Africa’s EV and battery sectors; including contri... Show more

Daan van Berkel

Daan van Berkel

Daan van Berkel is a enthusiastic software tinkerer with a knack for presenting technical details in a clear and concise manner.

Daan van Berkel is a enthusiastic software tinkerer with a knack for presenting technical details in a clear and concise manner. Show more

S. David Brown

S. David Brown

David Brown is a seasoned CIO with a diverse background in law and technology, currently leading the IT initiatives at National Power. With a keen focus on balancing innovation, security, and usability, David has successfully implemented a technology program that ensures every employee has access to modern, standardized equipment, boosting productivity across the company. Under his leadership, National Power not only streamlined its IT operations by creating an in-house IT department but also saved millions in operating costs through strategic projects like the deployment of Business Central and Field Service, and the migration from Dynamics SL.

David’s unique approach to technology leadership is deeply influenced by his legal training, which honed his analytical thinking, attention to detail, and risk management skills. These qualities, combined with his business acumen from his time at the UNC business school, enable him to navigate complex challenges and negotiate critical contracts with ease.

A proponent of lean and agile methodologies, David manages his department using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), ensuring that challenges are met with resilience and efficiency. He is particularly excited about the potential of AI and the promise of ubiquitous internet access, technologies he sees as transformative for the energy sector.

David is committed to fostering a culture of continuous growth within his team. He integrates mentorship into his leadership style, offering clear goals, daily training, and fostering accountability. His use of data analytics to drive IT initiatives and optimize costs exemplifies his forward-thinking approach, ensuring that every technology decision contributes to the company’s success.

With a strong commitment to sustainability, David enforces a zero-e-waste policy, ensuring that decommissioned technology is either repurposed or recycled responsibly. He also champions work-life balance, promoting a culture where professional growth is encouraged without sacrificing personal well-being.

David stays at the forefront of industry trends by consuming a wealth of tech news daily, and he advises aspiring CIOs to always question the status quo, understand the reasons behind their actions, and lead with kindness and accountability.

David Brown is a seasoned CIO with a diverse background in law and technology, currently leading the IT initiatives at National Power. With a keen focus on balancing innovation, security, and usability, David has successfully implemented a technology... Show more

Nicklas Frahm

Nicklas Frahm

You may either find Nicklas in the depths of a Kubernetes cluster, messing with load balancers, gateways, ingress and BGP or in between server racks. While he predominantly works with cloud based infrastructure, he is passionate about bringing the programmability of cloud into more data centers using cloud-native technologies.

During day hours, he is an Engineering Manager at Corti.ai, where is responsible for the Platform Engineering team.

You may either find Nicklas in the depths of a Kubernetes cluster, messing with load balancers, gateways, ingress and BGP or in between server racks. While he predominantly works with cloud based infrastructure, he is passionate about bringing the pr... Show more

Stephan Rossbach

Stephan Rossbach

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help companies with the successful implementation of agile methods in project organizations and the improvement of software quality with agile QA methods.

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help compani... Show more

Lucía Villaverde Soler

Lucía Villaverde Soler

Business Intelligence and Power BI Developer

Business Intelligence and Power BI Developer 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

Subbu Muthukrishnan

Subbu Muthukrishnan

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcare. A Columbia University graduate, Subbu co-innovated Project Green Sky with Microsoft's Energy team, demonstrating Real-Time Intelligence for environmental monitoring.

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcar... Show more

Jordi Turull

Jordi Turull

Jordi is a computer engineer and audiovisual technician. He has 15 years of experience in the technology sector, specializing in frontend, and currently holds the role of Tech Lead and Design System Engineer.

He is passionate about design, photography, and sports. For the past 5 years, he has also incorporated web accessibility into his interests and dedicates part of his time to disseminate and raise awareness about this relevant topic, both within and outside the company.

Jordi is a computer engineer and audiovisual technician. He has 15 years of experience in the technology sector, specializing in frontend, and currently holds the role of Tech Lead and Design System Engineer. He is passionate about design, photogr... Show more

Noah Harris

Noah Harris

Noah is the Managing Director at Radial Agency, an AI consulting firm based in Buffalo, NY. He works at the intersection of engineering execution and executive decision-making, helping organizations adopt AI with the governance, ownership, and delivery rigor required in real businesses. His work spans Fortune 500 and high-growth teams across energy, retail, financial services, automotive, and manufacturing.

Originally from Atlanta, Noah studied Computer Engineering at Georgia Tech. He began his career in 2014 in defense and government-adjacent environments, moved into startups in 2016, and has since supported teams across the country through consulting and hands-on delivery. Today, he advises leaders, builds high-performing teams, and helps engineers turn skill into career momentum through mentorship and meaningful connections.

Noah is the Managing Director at Radial Agency, an AI consulting firm based in Buffalo, NY. He works at the intersection of engineering execution and executive decision-making, helping organizations adopt AI with the governance, ownership, and delive... Show more

Matt Miner

Matt Miner

I have 20 years of experience in organizational leadership across many different verticals including health, payments, communications, and energy; with a particular passion for cultivating high-performing teams and individuals. I have a BS in Computer Engineering from Purdue University and have been working in technology companies in the Chicagoland area and globally. I am currently CEO and Co-Founder @ Entalas.

I have 20 years of experience in organizational leadership across many different verticals including health, payments, communications, and energy; with a particular passion for cultivating high-performing teams and individuals. I have a BS in Compute... Show more

Hari Krishna Bethanaboina

Hari Krishna Bethanaboina

Hari Krishna Bethanaboina is a distinguished Lead Architect with over 25 years of experience designing and implementing Enterprise IT Solutions, specializing in Oracle Fusion Cloud and JD Edwards Applications suite. Known for his results-driven approach and attention to detail, Hari has successfully led global digital transformation initiatives that optimize supply chains, modernizing legacy processes through digital innovation and deliver strategic business results.
Hari has led end-to-end solution design, build, and deployment projects, delivering scalable and secure enterprise systems for industries including construction materials, manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and real estate. As a Supply Chain Transformation Lead at Martin Marietta, he aligned technology with business objectives by implementing Oracle Cloud SCM solutions, automating supplier collaboration, and enabling digital asset management across more than 400 locations.
Hari has been instrumental in delivering strategic transformation initiatives for organizations such as Trimark USA, Covidien (Medtronic), Shelf Drilling Holdings, and Komatiland Forests (South Africa). His expertise includes Master Data Management, Procurement, Sales, Advanced Pricing, Inventory, EDI and Accounts Payable, supported by strong knowledge of system architecture and security frameworks.
Hari led program has been featured on the cover of Oracle Profit Magazine (2014) for a highly successful global JD Edwards implementation for a billion-dollar startup. Project also received Oracle Partner Network Award (2015) for Best Success Story at Oracle Open World.
As a certified Oracle Specialist, Hari bridges business and technology through strong leadership, process optimization, and a commitment to continuous improvement. His project experience across North America, Europe, Middle East, Asia and South Africa highlights his adaptability and expertise in delivering large-scale enterprise solutions globally.

Hari Krishna Bethanaboina is a distinguished Lead Architect with over 25 years of experience designing and implementing Enterprise IT Solutions, specializing in Oracle Fusion Cloud and JD Edwards Applications suite. Known for his results-driven appro... Show more

Shaon Rahman

Shaon Rahman

Shaon Rahman is a Fullstack and Backend Developer at Bouvet, where he specializes in building robust, critical systems using .NET, Azure, and Python. With a technical background that spans from developing industrial IoT solutions for aquaculture to engineering scalable data platforms for the energy sector, Shaon focuses on bridging the gap between complex enterprise architecture and practical software delivery.

Currently, Shaon is dedicated to the emerging field of Local AI. He is passionate about building AI-powered software products that run entirely on local hardware, removing cloud dependencies to enhance privacy and performance. An active contributor to the tech community, Shaon frequently shares his insights through company-wide and public presentations, covering topics such as the architecture of transformer models, the current landscape of local Large Language Models (LLMs), and practical strategies for integrating local AI into modern applications.

Shaon Rahman is a Fullstack and Backend Developer at Bouvet, where he specializes in building robust, critical systems using .NET, Azure, and Python. With a technical background that spans from developing industrial IoT solutions for aquaculture to e... Show more

Michael Willers

Michael Willers

Michael Willers ist Inhaber der Firma devcoach®. Seine Firma begleitet Unternehmen bei Digitalisierungs- und Softwareprojekten mit 360 Grad Sicht von Analyse bis Betrieb. Schwierige Sachverhalte macht er einfach transparent. Er verbindet Management und IT durch gezielte Analyse mit Blick auf Kostenoptimierung und Machbarkeit. KI ist für Ihn ein Werkzeug, das bei richtigem Einsatz schneller für bessere Qualität sorgen kann. In den Branchen Industrieautomation und Fertigung, Automotive, Großhandel, Pharma, Mobilfunk, Versicherungen, Banken, Steuerberatung, Sicherheit (PKI) und der öffentlichen Hand hat er seine Fachkenntnisse in vielen Projekten unter Beweis gestellt. Michael Willers entwirft und entwickelt seit 1989 Software. Er war einige Jahre Berater bei Microsoft und dort verantwortlich für die technische Einführung der .NET Plattform in Deutschland. Für das Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik (BSI) hat er u. a. Leitfäden und Expertisen zur Sicherheit der .NET Plattform konzipiert und umgesetzt. Michael Willers lebt in Würselen bei Aachen und Weingarten bei Karlsruhe.

Michael Willers ist Inhaber der Firma devcoach®. Seine Firma begleitet Unternehmen bei Digitalisierungs- und Softwareprojekten mit 360 Grad Sicht von Analyse bis Betrieb. Schwierige Sachverhalte macht er einfach transparent. Er verbindet Management u... Show more

Lawan Idriss

Lawan Idriss

Lawan Idriss is the founder & CEO of Seamium, a company that builds systems that govern how compute infrastructure consumes energy, based on real availability, cost, and operating limits.

Lawan Idriss is the founder & CEO of Seamium, a company that builds systems that govern how compute infrastructure consumes energy, based on real availability, cost, and operating limits. Show more

Jens Thirmeyer

Jens Thirmeyer

As an experienced solution architect and a former CTO in the green technology sector, I specialize in delivering value to customers across the domains of energy, IoT, and IT security. My expertise lies in translating complex technical concepts into practical solutions that drive innovation and sustainability. With a track record of successful projects and a passion for cutting-edge technologies, I’m committed to shaping a greener, smarter future.

Following, five areas of expertise:

Sustainable Energy Solutions:
From home energy management systems to concepts for smart grids and the utilization of flexibilities from home to markets, I’ve led teams in developing sustainable energy solutions that reduce environmental impact and enhance efficiency.

IoT Integration:
Leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT), I’ve designed and implemented smart systems that connect devices, collect data, and enable predictive maintenance, ultimately improving operational performance.

Cybersecurity Strategies:
My focus on IT security ensures that organizations can confidently adopt digital transformation. I’ve established robust cybersecurity frameworks, safeguarding critical assets and data. Especially the EU Cyber Resilience Act is an essential must, but furthermore, a great opportunity for improving and fostering the security of digital products along the value chain.

Strategic Technology Roadmaps:
By aligning business goals with technology initiatives, I’ve helped companies navigate digital transformations. My roadmaps prioritize scalability, agility, and long-term success.

Collaborative Leadership:
As a former CTO with up to 50 employees in my department, I foster cross-functional collaboration, empowering teams to innovate and drive impactful change. Let’s connect and explore how we can create a sustainable, secure future together!

As an experienced solution architect and a former CTO in the green technology sector, I specialize in delivering value to customers across the domains of energy, IoT, and IT security. My expertise lies in translating complex technical concepts into p... Show more

Abhishek Raj Permani

Abhishek Raj Permani

Abhishek Raj Permani is a distinguished Data Scientist, AI researcher, and Senior Machine Learning Engineer, currently leading impactful AI infrastructure initiatives at Sun King. With a strong academic foundation from the IITs and years of experience in building cutting-edge AI solutions, Abhishek blends research depth with real-world innovation.
His work spans transformer architectures, hybrid attention mechanisms, and recommendation systems, earning him accolades such as the Best Research Paper Award and recognition as one of the most-read authors on ResearchGate. Formerly at Jaguar Land Rover and Samsung Research, Abhishek has consistently applied AI to solve complex engineering and business problems.
A dynamic speaker and thought leader, Abhishek regularly shares his insights at conferences and developer forums, inspiring the next generation of AI talent through his expertise, clarity, and passion for innovation.

Abhishek Raj Permani is a distinguished Data Scientist, AI researcher, and Senior Machine Learning Engineer, currently leading impactful AI infrastructure initiatives at Sun King. With a strong academic foundation from the IITs and years of experienc... Show more

Nareshbabu Sigamani

Nareshbabu Sigamani

Naresh Sigamani is a Director of Data Architecture with over 14 years of experience in data and analytics. Currently serving as Director of Data Architecture at Lovelytics/Nousot since May 2024, he also leads the SAP Databricks service line. Naresh specializes in guiding organizations through their data maturity journey and creating resilient, scalable data platforms.
He is recognized as an industry expert in the complex migration of SAP data to leading cloud platforms, including Databricks, Snowflake, BigQuery, Fabric, Synapse, and Redshift. His expertise spans enterprise data strategy, cloud solution architecture, and data engineering across various industries, including healthcare, consumer packaged goods, manufacturing, retail, and energy services.
At Lovelytics, Naresh heads initiatives that help enterprises modernize their data ecosystems by leveraging advanced analytics and cloud-native architectures. Previously, as CTO of Data Analytics at Eviden / Atos (2023–2024), he pioneered data practices to develop reusable solutions and accelerators that streamlined and enhanced organizational processes. He also led the data pre-sales team for North America and Canada, driving over $60M in business growth.
Naresh has led large consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies through the modernization of their data platform which supports $21 billion business, enabling them to derive greater business value and establish market leadership through advanced analytics-supported infrastructure. Notably, he has led significant projects such as the Wildfire Mitigation initiative, where he architected complex integrations across ArcGIS, SAP, and NMS systems and implemented the solution on Databricks with advanced geospatial functions.
His technical expertise is validated by extensive certifications, including Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional (2025), Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert, HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate, SnowPro Advanced Architect, and multiple SAP certifications. He holds a Master of Computer Applications from Anna University (2007–2010) and a Bachelor of Computer Applications from Madras University (2004–2007).
As a technical author, Naresh has contributed to industry knowledge through articles such as
“AWS Data Lake Accelerator for SAP” (authored with AWS team collaboration) and “Reimagine Your SAP Data Strategy using SAP BDC with SAP Databricks.” He is also an active speaker, sharing insights on enterprise data adoption and modernization strategies.

Naresh Sigamani is a Director of Data Architecture with over 14 years of experience in data and analytics. Currently serving as Director of Data Architecture at Lovelytics/Nousot since May 2024, he also leads the SAP Databricks service line. Naresh s... Show more

Nathan Saldanha

Nathan Saldanha

Nathan Saldanha is the Global Sales Director at Codehouse and a 2025 Sitecore MVP (Ambassador). With under Eight years of digital transformation experience, he specialises in crafting compelling business cases for enterprise website rebuilds and Personalisation at scale. Nathan has been part of successful Sitecore implementations across APAC and North America, including award-winning projects. He is passionate about helping organisations unlock real business value through scalable, future proofed architecture and smart platform strategy.

Nathan Saldanha is the Global Sales Director at Codehouse and a 2025 Sitecore MVP (Ambassador). With under Eight years of digital transformation experience, he specialises in crafting compelling business cases for enterprise website rebuilds and Pers... Show more

Julian Crespi Schroder

Julian Crespi Schroder

Julian Crespi Schroder is Commercial Manager at Automapp Cloud and a builder of graph-powered AI systems.

He uses Neo4j knowledge graphs as a personal memory substrate to enable persistent context, identity continuity, and GraphRAG-based retrieval for AI agents—patterns that later informed production-grade systems.

His work bridges real-world infrastructure operations and AI system design, with a focus on practical, explainable AI architectures that scale beyond single sessions.

Julian Crespi Schroder is Commercial Manager at Automapp Cloud and a builder of graph-powered AI systems. He uses Neo4j knowledge graphs as a personal memory substrate to enable persistent context, identity continuity, and GraphRAG-based retrieva... Show more

Danyl Novhorodov

Danyl Novhorodov

I’m an experienced software developer and technical leader working in the software industry since 2004. My interests are in software architecture, functional programming, web development, DevOps, cloud computing, Agile, and much more.

I’m an experienced software developer and technical leader working in the software industry since 2004. My interests are in software architecture, functional programming, web development, DevOps, cloud computing, Agile, and much more. Show more

Jim Arasim

Jim Arasim

James is a software engineer with 30 years of SDET experience who runs Jaemzware LLC, a consulting practice focused on privacy-first, self-hosted solutions. He builds open-source alternatives to commercial services that run on infrastructure ranging from $15 Raspberry Pi hardware to production cloud deployments.
His philosophy centers on ephemeral design and zero-persistence architecture - if you don't store data, it can't be compromised, sold, or subpoenaed. Current projects include Stuffed Animal War (real-time communication platform), Analog Archive (self-hosted music streaming), and Skatepark Map (location-aware mapping system).
James is passionate about teaching accessible paths into technology, particularly showing that expensive infrastructure isn't necessary for quality personal services. He's presented at SeaGL and actively engages with privacy and self-hosting communities.

James is a software engineer with 30 years of SDET experience who runs Jaemzware LLC, a consulting practice focused on privacy-first, self-hosted solutions. He builds open-source alternatives to commercial services that run on infrastructure ranging ... Show more

Arun Mahendran

Arun Mahendran

I am a seasoned System Software Engineer and Data Science & Machine Learning Architect with over 18 years of experience in building software systems using Python, C/C++, and advanced scripting technologies. My expertise spans cloud computing, machine learning, embedded systems, and the design of high-availability and disaster-recovery solutions for enterprise SAN and server storage platforms.

In recent years, I have specialized in data science and data engineering on the AWS cloud, delivering scalable, production-grade analytics and AI solutions. I bring a strong blend of low-level systems engineering and modern AI/ML architecture, enabling me to solve complex, real-world problems across the full technology stack.

I am deeply passionate about data center sustainability and leveraging AIOps to drive carbon reduction, energy efficiency, and intelligent infrastructure optimization at scale.

I am a seasoned System Software Engineer and Data Science & Machine Learning Architect with over 18 years of experience in building software systems using Python, C/C++, and advanced scripting technologies. My expertise spans cloud computing, machine... Show more

Ed Graham

Ed Graham

Ed is a chartered accountant with over 25 years implementing finance systems for some of the biggest and smallest organizations in the world.
He is the founder and managing director of GK EPM an Oracle specialist consultancy.
Ed has experience running finance teams, managing large IT projects and delivering for the best Oracle partners.

Ed is a chartered accountant with over 25 years implementing finance systems for some of the biggest and smallest organizations in the world. He is the founder and managing director of GK EPM an Oracle specialist consultancy. Ed has experience runn... Show more

Hernan Huwyler

Hernan Huwyler

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative Risk.

He focuses on "translating" complex regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, GDPR, ISO 42001) into actionable architectures for engineering and business teams. Unlike traditional compliance officers, Hernan advocates for data-driven risk management, moving beyond "heatmaps" to utilize Monte Carlo simulations, convolution models, and Python-based risk quantification.

Hernan has led Risk, Control, and Audit functions for major multinational corporations across Europe and the Americas. He writes and speaks extensively on Adversarial AI, Algorithmic Auditing, and the financial quantification of Cyber Risk. Past keynote venues include Risk Awareness Conferences (>2,000 risk managers), IIA and ISACA Summits, ProcureCom Europe, IKN Madrid, IE University, and closed-door sessions for international organizations and national regulators. Hernan’s talks consistently rank in the top 5% of conference feedback scores because he makes complex security requirements, business needs and regulations feel like a competitive advantage.

Speaking Topics:

AI Governance: Implementing ISO 42001 and navigating the EU AI Act.
Risk Quantification: Why "Impact x Probability" fails and how to use convolution models.
Adversarial AI: Balancing transparency with security to prevent data poisoning.
AI ROI: Risk-adjusted financial modeling for Generative AI deployments.

Ready-to-Submit Talk Proposals:

Session 1: The Technical/Quant Talk

Title: Kill the Heatmap: Quantifying AI Risk with Python & Monte Carlo Simulations
Abstract: Most organizations manage AI risk using colorful 5x5 "heatmaps." This is mathematically flawed and dangerous for high-stakes AI deployment. In this talk, we will ditch the gut-check methodology. I will demonstrate how to use convolution and Monte Carlo simulations to model the "tail risk" of AI hallucinations and regulatory fines. You will leave with a method to calculate the actual financial exposure of your models—no expensive GRC software required, just math and logic.

Session 2: The Governance/Security Talk

Title: The Transparency Trap: How to Audit AI Without Creating Vulnerabilities
Abstract: New standards like ISO/IEC 12792 demand AI transparency, but in the age of Adversarial Machine Learning, "oversharing" is a security vector. If you reveal your full architecture and training sources, you invite data poisoning and model inversion attacks. This session outlines a "Tiered Disclosure Architecture." We will discuss how to route specific data to auditors, regulators, and users differently, ensuring compliance with the EU AI Act without handing the keys to bad actors.

Session 3: The Business/Strategy Talk

Title: The Real Cost of Intelligence: A Risk-Adjusted Framework for AI ROI
Abstract: Companies are deploying Generative AI based on productivity hype, but they are ignoring the "OpEx Iceberg"—model drift, inference costs, and liability reserves. This talk presents a financial framework for calculating the true ROI of AI. We will cover how to factor in the "Risk Delta" (new risks vs. automated risks), calculate the Levelized Cost of AI (LCOAI), and determine when to build vs. buy based on process uniqueness. A session for leaders who need to justify the cloud bill to the CFO.

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative ... Show more

Timoté Geimer

Timoté Geimer

Timoté is the CEO of dualoop, a consulting firm specialising in product management. He has spent the last 12 years shaping and building product teams in startups and scale-ups. Timoté now shares his knowledge with peers through advising, guest-lecturing, forums, workshops, and private coaching. Timoté is the author of "How to run interviews during product discoveries".

Timoté is the CEO of dualoop, a consulting firm specialising in product management. He has spent the last 12 years shaping and building product teams in startups and scale-ups. Timoté now shares his knowledge with peers through advising, guest-lectur... Show more

Ram Ghadiyaram

Ram Ghadiyaram

Ram Ghadiyaram is a seasoned Data Analytics & AI professional, mentor, and innovator with over 20 years of extensive software engineering experience in Big Data, Analytics, and Fintech. He has led major data initiatives at global financial institutions, consistently delivering transformative solutions that harness the power of large-scale data processing. Ram’s technical acumen is highlighted by his recognition as an Apache Spark , Scala Gold Badge award, reflecting his deep expertise in distributed computing and high-performance analytics. He also holds multiple gold badges on Stack Overflow, underscoring his commitment to technical excellence and community-driven knowledge sharing. Driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation, Ram continues to shape the future of Data engineering and AI in the financial sector and beyond.

Ram Ghadiyaram is a seasoned Data Analytics & AI professional, mentor, and innovator with over 20 years of extensive software engineering experience in Big Data, Analytics, and Fintech. He has led major data initiatives at global financial institutio... Show more

Federico Panini

Federico Panini

👋 I’m a tech enthusiast who loves building stuff, whether it’s teams, cloud infrastructure, or cool tools that actually work. Over the years, I’ve led IT, DevOps, and software projects across Europe with companies like Brumbrum, Aramis Group, and MotorK.

Right now, I’m diving into cybersecurity 🛡️, European cloud sovereignty ☁️🇪🇺, and even building AI-powered social listening tools. I’m also brushing up on my Spanish 🇪🇸 and taking French classes 🇫🇷, so bear with me if I mix up my “merci” and “gracias” 😅

I travel regularly to Madrid and Paris for work ✈️, and when I’m not fixing the internet, you’ll probably find me geeking out over historical coins 👑 or cooking up side projects to help small businesses grow.

Let’s connect,preferably over coffee ☕ or a beer 🍺!

👋 I’m a tech enthusiast who loves building stuff, whether it’s teams, cloud infrastructure, or cool tools that actually work. Over the years, I’ve led IT, DevOps, and software projects across Europe with companies like Brumbrum, Aramis Group, and Mo... Show more

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