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 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

Robbie Staples has over 20 years of experience writing SQL queries and 8 years working with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). He is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) in Data Management & Analytics as well as a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) in SQL 2016 Database Development. He has worked in the power, banking, transportation, healthcare, and semiconductor industries with most of his experience being in the power industry. He has his Electrical Engineering degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia and Texas. He is currently employed by Old Dominion Electric Cooperative as a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer focused on automating manual processes and bringing data to the forefront of the company.

Robbie Staples has over 20 years of experience writing SQL queries and 8 years working with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). He is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) in Data Management & Anal... Show more

Working on the transition of energy markets. Creating high value projects and business cases für entrepreneurs. Aligning energy prizing, capex and opex to perfect balance. Highly experienced in energy procurment, legal aspects and understanding business needs

Working on the transition of energy markets. Creating high value projects and business cases für entrepreneurs. Aligning energy prizing, capex and opex to perfect balance. Highly experienced in energy procurment, legal aspects and understanding busin... Show more

Andreas is an Industrial AI/ML specialist, focusing on the digital transition of energy & manufacturing industries. He works at the intersection of digitalization and physical industries, helping industrial companies (energy, manufacturing, renewables, etc.) digitalize and accelerate their technological transformation. He is also a startup advisor and technology consultant

Andreas is an Industrial AI/ML specialist, focusing on the digital transition of energy & manufacturing industries. He works at the intersection of digitalization and physical industries, helping industrial companies (energy, manufacturing, renewable... Show more

Paul Fjelrad is the Chief Architect for Zuhlke UK. He has a vast breadth of knowledge and experience across the different architecture domains as well as across different industry sectors, particularly government, finance and energy. His skills and wealth of experience have led to him playing pivotal roles in nationally important programmes, including the Smart-meter Implementation Programme, the ONS Data-Access programme, and most recently contributing to establishing the Modernising Energy Data programme. Paul is the author of “The Struggle Continues” (Troubador, 2020), a contributor to several publications with his “Living With PTSD” articles, and a Mental Health First Aider.

Paul Fjelrad is the Chief Architect for Zuhlke UK. He has a vast breadth of knowledge and experience across the different architecture domains as well as across different industry sectors, particularly government, finance and energy. His skills and w... Show more

I'm an engineer turned entrepreneur. My passion for electrical engineering and thermodynamic, led me to the fields of renewable energy, economics, and data science.

Founder & CEO of Switch Electric Ltd, a company developing web3 metering infrastructure and a platform for tokenizing distributed energy resources on our electricity grids.
Web3 developer, Machine learning engineer, protocol developer at IoTeX

My goal is to help improve the lives of people across the African continent by reducing the cost of living via access to affordable energy.

I'm an engineer turned entrepreneur. My passion for electrical engineering and thermodynamic, led me to the fields of renewable energy, economics, and data science. Founder & CEO of Switch Electric Ltd, a company developing web3 metering infrastr... Show more

As a lead Researcher and Analyst, Ranjit is supporting efforts at NREL's Center for Integrated Mobility Systems (CIMS) as a part of the Sustainable Transportation Integration Group where he is researching Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure. He supports the Federal Fleet team and U.S. DOE's Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) and works on EV charging infrastructure analysis projects, along with a variety of interdisciplinary, integrated modeling and analysis transportation-related projects involving techno-economic analysis, financial modeling, technology adoption, and system dynamics. He has also developed models to analyze how the consumer heterogeneities, uncertainties, and technological progress impact the adoption of electric vehicles.

As a lead Researcher and Analyst, Ranjit is supporting efforts at NREL's Center for Integrated Mobility Systems (CIMS) as a part of the Sustainable Transportation Integration Group where he is researching Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure... Show more

Chris Terrell is the Co-founder and CEO of Wexus Technologies Inc. He has successfully brought climate impact technologies to market with enterprise companies across the US and globally with "virtual power plants" that make energy generation and distribution systems more efficient, increase utility grid reliability, and reduce environmental impacts and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Prior to founding Wexus Technologies, Chris was a Strategic Energy Manager at EnerNOC, the world leader in demand response and smart grid technologies. He managed the comprehensive delivery of SaaS IoT products with advanced metering technology to save energy and money and make the utility grid more efficient.

Chris has worked extensively with farmers across the Western U.S. to help them save money, lower risk, reach operational goals, and optimize energy and water usage. As a trained architect, Chris also has extensive experience in green
building design and construction, as well as extensive leadership and management experience as a prior U.S. Army officer and military veteran.

Chris Terrell is the Co-founder and CEO of Wexus Technologies Inc. He has successfully brought climate impact technologies to market with enterprise companies across the US and globally with "virtual power plants" that make energy generation and dist... Show more

Wanda O Rly is a physicist, a teacher, a game industry professional, an angel of critical thinking and a lover of nature and humanity.

Born out of Valtteri Lahti's passion for drag art and science communication Wanda is a new, exotic, and exciting approach to making science accessible.

Education
• MSc , physics
• Subject teacher(physics , mathematics, IT)

Experience
• 4 years in the game industry, creating science oriented games (Producer, analyst, communications manager)
• 3 years in the energy industry, software designer (solar energy calculation)

Wanda O Rly is a physicist, a teacher, a game industry professional, an angel of critical thinking and a lover of nature and humanity. Born out of Valtteri Lahti's passion for drag art and science communication Wanda is a new, exotic, and exciting... Show more

Embedded systems enthusiast, Open Source advocate, Smart Energy professional, DevOps hobbyist. EE, Ex academic

Embedded systems enthusiast, Open Source advocate, Smart Energy professional, DevOps hobbyist. EE, Ex academic Show more

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

Logan Williams was pivotal at EDP Renewables, a global wind energy development leader. There, she maintained relationships with institutional investors and managed tax equity finance models for a broad portfolio of wind and solar assets across North America. Her responsibilities extended to liaising with commercial banks and hedge funds and overseeing internal rate of return calculations and periodic updates of tax equity tracking models.

She holds a BA in Political Science from Columbia University and gained valuable early career experience through a year-long veterans apprenticeship at Goldman Sachs. Additionally, her commitment to service is evidenced by her five years of active duty in the United States Coast Guard.

Her expertise spans several vital areas of the energy and finance sectors, including tax equity, debt capital markets, sell-side mergers and acquisitions, and renewable power finance and development.

Beyond Logan Williams Energy Finance's professional activities, she is keenly interested in adventure sports like kitesurfing, scuba diving, and skiing. Growing up in a small beach town on the coast of the Carolinas, her water connection profoundly influences her recreational pursuits and her dedication to environmental initiatives, including her upcoming project to restore coral reefs in Indonesia.

Logan Williams was pivotal at EDP Renewables, a global wind energy development leader. There, she maintained relationships with institutional investors and managed tax equity finance models for a broad portfolio of wind and solar assets across North ... Show more

Heather Siemens is the CEO of iFORTRISS with over 30 years of experience in Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) in energy, defense, and the public sector. Heather has an undergraduate degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and a Master’s degree in Regional & Community Planning. She has worked for government entities, consulting companies, municipal utilities, and commercial electric companies. Her broad experience covers a variety of areas, including IT, operations, finance, and regulatory compliance. She is a Prosci Certified Change Management Practitioner and a CMMC Certified Professional (CCP). Heather’s expertise lies in empowering organizations to strategically transform business processes in order to position them to successfully implement new technology and meet regulatory compliance: People -> Processes -> Technology

Heather Siemens is the CEO of iFORTRISS with over 30 years of experience in Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) in energy, defense, and the public sector. Heather has an undergraduate degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and a Master’s degre... Show more

I currently manage the Grid Integration Systems and Mobility group at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, operated by Stanford University for the US Department of Energy. My current research centers on buildings and electric power systems, with a special focus on modeling, simulation, and applications of peer-to-peer and transactive energy technology. I hold 21 patents and 150+ publications in building diagnostics, grid-friendly appliance controls, and transactive energy systems.

I currently manage the Grid Integration Systems and Mobility group at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, operated by Stanford University for the US Department of Energy. My current research centers on buildings and electric power systems, with a s... Show more

Adem Gungormus is a dynamic Data Governance Architect in the energy sector, celebrated for his leadership in navigating the complexities of data governance and technology innovation. With a solid background in IT and Software Management, Adem has excelled in roles spanning from technical architect to team leader across sectors including energy, banking, and insurance. His expertise extends through cloud technologies, data processing, and engineering, underpinned by a robust command over AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and more. He also conducted an analysis on the usability of blockchain in combination with the trustworthy data sharing.

Adem's approach is characterized by a keen focus on change management, evident in his ability to spearhead strategic initiatives, cultivate agile teams, and drive forward-thinking data governance methodologies. His tenure in the startup ecosystem has honed his skills in business model innovation and community building, allowing him to contribute significantly to the startup and IT communities.

Adem Gungormus is a dynamic Data Governance Architect in the energy sector, celebrated for his leadership in navigating the complexities of data governance and technology innovation. With a solid background in IT and Software Management, Adem has exc... Show more

Hitesh Padhiyar

Experienced Software Engineer in Oil and Gas Industry.

Hitesh Padhiyar is a dynamic and results-driven software engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications (BCA), graduating in 2022. With a strong passion for technology and a keen interest in the Oil and Gas industry, Hitesh Padhiyar has quickly become a key player in the field.

Professional Experience:

With over two years of experience in the Oil and Gas sector, Hitesh Padhiyar has been instrumental in leveraging technology to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and ensure the seamless integration of various systems. As a software engineer, Hitesh Padhiyar primarily specializes in REST API integration and has successfully connected ERP systems to automation software, including SAP, among others.

Areas of Expertise:

RESTful API Integration,

ERP System Integration, Automation Software,

Multithreading,

SAP Integration,

Oil and Gas Industry Software Solutions.

Passion for Technology:

Hitesh Padhiyar's passion for technology extends beyond the workplace. They are dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the software engineering field, ensuring that their skills and knowledge remain cutting-edge.

Speaking Engagements:

Hitesh Padhiyar is embarking on their speaking journey, eager to share insights and expertise in technology and software engineering. While this may be their first speaking engagement, they bring a fresh perspective and enthusiasm to the stage.

Connect with Hitesh Padhiyar:

Feel free to connect with Hitesh Padhiyar on professional platforms such as LinkedIn and Email to stay updated on their work.

Hitesh Padhiyar Experienced Software Engineer in Oil and Gas Industry. Hitesh Padhiyar is a dynamic and results-driven software engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications (BCA), graduating in 2022. With a strong passion for tech... Show more

I am a very qualified and dedicated professional with 9+ years of on-desk and onsite operations experience in GIS and Remote Sensing services for Oil & Gas, Mining Industries. I am currently working for an Oil and Energy Organization where I am responsible for creating, updating, and Quality check-ups of geospatial and non-spatial information regarding Oil and gas leases of various counties in different states in the USA. In the past, I have worked for a Mining Consultancy where I was responsible for Processing and Supervising GIS data and preparation of Maps portraying Location & Accessibility, Geology, Geophysics, Geochemical Assay Results, Master plans, Topographic and field Visit Spatial Data for various Metallic and Non-metallic Mineral commodity projects located in Oman, Tanzania, Uganda, Guinea, Guyana, UAE, Zimbabwe & India. I also have experience in onsite field operations working for Mineral Exploration projects located in West Africa, Middle East, and South America.

I am a very qualified and dedicated professional with 9+ years of on-desk and onsite operations experience in GIS and Remote Sensing services for Oil & Gas, Mining Industries. I am currently working for an Oil and Energy Organization where I am respo... Show more

Mohammed established the Citizen Development practice at Baker Hughes and currently leads BH Power Platform COE.

He is a career switcher, a digital transformation leader, and catalyst focusing on talents, culture, and governance for an enterprise-wide adoption. Mohammed speaks low-code and governance where everyone is a maker.

Mohammed established the Citizen Development practice at Baker Hughes and currently leads BH Power Platform COE. He is a career switcher, a digital transformation leader, and catalyst focusing on talents, culture, and governance for an enterprise... Show more

Experienced technology leader with true global experience worked and lived in 4 continents, 7 countries and cross-cultures in energy sector. Skilled in Digital Transformation for Enterprise, Power Platform digital enablement, recognised by Microsoft as select few PowerApps Champs for his achievements in Power Platform and also recently attained Microsoft MVP recognition.

Experienced technology leader with true global experience worked and lived in 4 continents, 7 countries and cross-cultures in energy sector. Skilled in Digital Transformation for Enterprise, Power Platform digital enablement, recognised by Microsoft ... Show more

Keir is a lead engineer at Kaluza, an energy software business that offers leading retailers distributed, real-time energy billing, where he is responsible for the company’s external API and its integration with backend systems. Prior to this role he worked on automating operations across millions of smart meters using Kafka. Keir is also a frequent open source contributor within both the Scala and Rust ecosystems, including to Kafka related libraries such as fs2-kafka.

Keir is a lead engineer at Kaluza, an energy software business that offers leading retailers distributed, real-time energy billing, where he is responsible for the company’s external API and its integration with backend systems. Prior to this role he... Show more

Carl Kasalek is the CEO of U.S. Energy Recovery, a provider of turnkey energy efficiency solutions for businesses seeking to reduce their energy usage. U.S. Energy Recovery provides state-of-the-art electric vehicle charging, solar, energy storage, lighting, and control systems that help organizations lower their energy usage which allows them to save money and be environmentally sustainable while providing a higher quality atmosphere for employees and customers. To date, U.S. Energy Recovery has saved its clients over $80 million dollars in energy costs and 1.3 billion pounds of CO2e.

An entrepreneur at heart, Carl has founded or acquired 8 successful companies ranging in industries from 3D printing, real estate, and event entertainment. In his free time, Carl enjoys spending time with his wife and four children at their home in Phoenix, AZ where they enjoy everything the beautiful desert has to offer.

Carl Kasalek is the CEO of U.S. Energy Recovery, a provider of turnkey energy efficiency solutions for businesses seeking to reduce their energy usage. U.S. Energy Recovery provides state-of-the-art electric vehicle charging, solar, energy storage, l... Show more

Marin Niehues is an independent consultant with a track record of over 20 client projects and two startups of his own. He works with VC-backed scaleups and DAX40 companies alike, advising on organizational design, operational performance, and management structures that actually scale.

In the past three years, Marin has been a featured speaker at conferences in more than ten countries across three continents - including repeated invitations from Google and Microsoft.

Marin Niehues is an independent consultant with a track record of over 20 client projects and two startups of his own. He works with VC-backed scaleups and DAX40 companies alike, advising on organizational design, operational performance, and managem... Show more

Michaël Hompus is an Architect and Area Lead at Info Support.

As an architect he is part of several teams, creating new and innovative solutions.
Michaël has many years of development experience with .NET, Java, and Azure.

His passion is to share knowledge with colleagues, customers, and peers.
Microsoft has recognized his efforts for the community by awarding him a Microsoft MVP award.

Michaël Hompus is an Architect and Area Lead at Info Support. As an architect he is part of several teams, creating new and innovative solutions. Michaël has many years of development experience with .NET, Java, and Azure. His passion is to sh... Show more

Hi there! 👋 I’m a Dataviz & UX Consultant passionate about turning data into meaningful, user-friendly stories. My goal? To help businesses create reports that are not just visually stunning but also intuitive and accessible—because great design makes data easier (and more fun!) to use.

Through my blog MoonStory 🌙 and speaking at international conferences, I share my love for combining dataviz and UX Design to empower teams to see their data in a whole new way.

When I’m not working magic with data, I can be found exploring the world, picking up new languages, doing yoga, and immersing myself in great books.

Hi there! 👋 I’m a Dataviz & UX Consultant passionate about turning data into meaningful, user-friendly stories. My goal? To help businesses create reports that are not just visually stunning but also intuitive and accessible—because great design mak... Show more

Marco Dal Pino is working in IT for more than 30 years as Developer, Team Leader, PM and Cloud Architect.
He mostly experienced Microsoft dev Platforms around .NET, for LOB, Desktop, Mobile and embedded apps.
He is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and a Speaker at the main technical conferences all around the world.
He is part of the staff of DotNetToscana a community focused on Microsoft technologies.
He received many awards from IT companies as independent Advisor like:
Microsoft MVP, Intel BlackBelt & Innovator, Nokia DevChamp, Hackster Live Ambassador
He works in Microsoft as a Senior Technical Consultant.

Marco Dal Pino is working in IT for more than 30 years as Developer, Team Leader, PM and Cloud Architect. He mostly experienced Microsoft dev Platforms around .NET, for LOB, Desktop, Mobile and embedded apps. He is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and... Show more

I am Alec Harrison a Microsoft Azure MVP, a software development enthusiast passionate about test-driven development, cloud technologies, and agile methodologies. In my free time you'll find me learning about new Azure technologies and helping to run the Iowa Microsoft Azure User Group!

I am Alec Harrison a Microsoft Azure MVP, a software development enthusiast passionate about test-driven development, cloud technologies, and agile methodologies. In my free time you'll find me learning about new Azure technologies and helping to run... Show more

Tiffany Songvilay is a dynamic presenter with a passion for modern workplace solutions and organizational change management. Based in Houston, Texas, she is a Copilot for Microsoft 365 and SharePoint MVP, specializing in data migrations to SPO, employee experience solutions, Viva suite integrations, automation, Copilot for M365, and SharePoint Premium. She is a recognized voice in public and financial services, products, and resources and has a deep understanding of the solutions and services Microsoft offers to enhance frontline worker experience.

In addition to her professional achievements, Tiffany advocates for women of color in tech and is a champion for diversity and LGBTQ+ inclusion at conferences and events. Her LinkedIn articles are a source of practical advice and insights into LLM prompt engineering, and she is a favorite amongst her peers for presenting content in a fun and engaging way. At home, she is a motorcycle enthusiast and an advocate for adopting senior pets.

Tiffany Songvilay is a dynamic presenter with a passion for modern workplace solutions and organizational change management. Based in Houston, Texas, she is a Copilot for Microsoft 365 and SharePoint MVP, specializing in data migrations to SPO, emplo... Show more

Emanuele is an engineer, researcher, and entrepreneur with a passion for artificial intelligence.

He earned his PhD by exploring time series forecasting in the energy sector and spent time as a guest researcher at EPFL in Lausanne. Today, he is co-founder and Head of AI at xtream, a boutique company that applies cutting-edge technology to solve complex business challenges.

Emanuele is also a contract professor in AI at the Catholic University of Milan. He has published eight papers in international journals and contributed to over 30 international conferences worldwide. His engagements include AMLD Lausanne, ODSC London, WeAreDevelopers Berlin, PyData Berlin, PyData Paris, PyCon Florence, the Swiss Python Summit in Zurich, and Codemotion Milan.

Emanuele has been a guest lecturer at Italian, Swiss, and Polish universities.

Emanuele is an engineer, researcher, and entrepreneur with a passion for artificial intelligence. He earned his PhD by exploring time series forecasting in the energy sector and spent time as a guest researcher at EPFL in Lausanne. Today, he is c... Show more

I'm a Dynamics 365 Solution Architect with over 15 years of experience in relevant Microsoft technologies. I have designed, developed, and supported numerous Dynamics 365 implementations globally. My work includes defining standards, guiding distributed teams, integrating ERP solutions, and implementing Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations projects.
I love Power Platform, especially Power BI. I have worked extensively in its next evolution as Microsoft Fabric combined with Copilot to bring real value to the business. That is something that I keep on doing with Power Automate with approvals and integrations eliminating 3rd party middleware.
As an MCT I have helped Microsoft to develop and deliver training worldwide for Microsoft to its staff and the partner channel.
As a Dynamics 365 Solution Architect, I’m like a Swiss Army knife for business processes. I slice through inefficiencies, debug tangled workflows, and occasionally open a bottle of celebratory virtual champagne. 🍾🔧💼

I'm a Dynamics 365 Solution Architect with over 15 years of experience in relevant Microsoft technologies. I have designed, developed, and supported numerous Dynamics 365 implementations globally. My work includes defining standards, guiding distribu... Show more