Energy & Basic Resources

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

Cleber Rangel

Cleber Rangel

I am Cleber Rangel, I'm an Innovation Engineer, working on the intersection of technology and innovation processes. Currently, I am contributing my skills at Fugro in Lafayette, Louisiana, where I've been deeply engaged in software development for critical projects in the oil & energy sector. My expertise lies in in software development, system analysis, and agile development.

I am Cleber Rangel, I'm an Innovation Engineer, working on the intersection of technology and innovation processes. Currently, I am contributing my skills at Fugro in Lafayette, Louisiana, where I've been deeply engaged in software development for cr... Show more

Gopi Krishna Kommineni

Gopi Krishna Kommineni

Krishna Kommineni is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager at General Motors with over 18 years of expertise in end-to-end software development and engineering leadership. Currently leading a team of 60 software engineers across four scrum teams, Krishna specializes in Software Defined Vehicle solutions and vehicle motion supervision controls software, driving innovations that have contributed to $100M in monthly revenue.
Throughout his career, Krishna has demonstrated exceptional results in automotive software development, particularly in remote vehicle software updates and over-the-air (OTA) technology. His strategic leadership has delivered measurable business impact, including 20% revenue growth, $100M in annual warranty cost savings, and a 30% reduction in project delivery times through the implementation of agile methodologies and AI-based solutions.
Before his current role, Krishna held progressive leadership positions at General Motors, where he managed global OTA vehicle software programs affecting over 6 million vehicles annually and generated $900M in revenue. He has also contributed his expertise to leading automotive and technology companies, including Harman, Ford/Panasonic, and Wipro/HP, working with major OEMs such as Ferrari, Maserati, and Subaru.
Krishna brings deep technical expertise in embedded systems, automotive cybersecurity, cloud technologies (Azure), and automotive standards compliance (ISO9001, ISO26262, FMEA, MISRA). He is PMP certified and holds extensive experience in cross-functional collaboration, having worked with over 150 global suppliers and managed both onsite and offshore development teams.
Known for his innovative approach to problem-solving, Krishna has pioneered the development of virtual validation environments, controller emulators, and automated testing frameworks that have significantly reduced costs and improved efficiency across the automotive software development lifecycle.

Krishna Kommineni is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager at General Motors with over 18 years of expertise in end-to-end software development and engineering leadership. Currently leading a team of 60 software engineers across four scrum teams, Kri... Show more

Oluwamayowa Ogbeide

Oluwamayowa Ogbeide

Oluwamayowa ogbeide is an MVP,MCT, Power Platform Developer from Lagos Nigeria,he got introduced to the Power platform in his under graduate year through Powerbi but has since gone on to becoming an Power Platform and RPA developer producing solutions for organisations to optimise their process and increase productivity.

Oluwamayowa ogbeide is an MVP,MCT, Power Platform Developer from Lagos Nigeria,he got introduced to the Power platform in his under graduate year through Powerbi but has since gone on to becoming an Power Platform and RPA developer producing solution... Show more

Artur Iablokov

Artur Iablokov

Artur Iablokov is a software engineer at Lufthansa Industry Solutions, specializing in cloud-native development and architecture. With a solid track record across finance, energy, and logistics sectors, he spends most of his time building scalable microservices and crafting efficient APIs.

Artur Iablokov is a software engineer at Lufthansa Industry Solutions, specializing in cloud-native development and architecture. With a solid track record across finance, energy, and logistics sectors, he spends most of his time building scalable mi... Show more

Julian Kunschke

Julian Kunschke

Machine Learning Operations Engineer at Siemens Energy

Machine Learning Operations Engineer at Siemens Energy Show more

Harsha Priya Ganapathy

Harsha Priya Ganapathy

Harsha Priya Ganapathy is an AI/ML Engineer and Research Scholar with a Master’s degree in Computer Science specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. She has published multiple AI research papers and has built real-world AI applications in healthcare, energy optimization, and computer vision.
She actively mentors students in AI and cloud technologies, has delivered technical webinars on hackathon strategy and AI system design, and works at the intersection of applied machine learning and scalable software systems.
Her work focuses on making advanced AI accessible through practical system integration using modern development frameworks.

Harsha Priya Ganapathy is an AI/ML Engineer and Research Scholar with a Master’s degree in Computer Science specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. She has published multiple AI research papers and has built real-world AI applic... Show more

Mathieu Kerbel

Mathieu Kerbel

I started coding at 15, took on my first client projects at 17, and was working with larger clients by 18. At 19, I joined a consulting group in Belgium before moving to its French branch, ISALYS Digital Lab, where I was offered the Head of Engineering role. Today at 21, I work full-time in Rust for my clients — designing architectures, building services, and shipping production systems for mission-critical infrastructure in the energy sector. I contribute to open source crates, write about systems engineering, and hold AWS certifications.

I started coding at 15, took on my first client projects at 17, and was working with larger clients by 18. At 19, I joined a consulting group in Belgium before moving to its French branch, ISALYS Digital Lab, where I was offered the Head of Engineeri... Show more

Goran Marjanovic

Goran Marjanovic

I am a Senior Solution Architect and Requirements Engineer with over 14 years of experience
designing complex IT landscapes — from AEM ecosystems and e-commerce platforms to critical infrastructure.

My career spans high-impact roles at organizations such as SPAR Business Services, BMW
(via Eggs Unimedia GmbH), HABA, and ÖBB-Infrastruktur AG,
where I led more than 80 projects with teams of up to 50 people.

I bridge the gap between business requirements and technical execution,
with deep expertise in Java, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), SAP CX,
cloud-native architectures, and CI/CD pipelines on AWS and Azure.

I combine strong technical depth with agile leadership, stakeholder management at C-level,
and a pragmatic approach to solution design. I am passionate about building scalable,
maintainable systems that align technical excellence with real business value.

I am a Senior Solution Architect and Requirements Engineer with over 14 years of experience designing complex IT landscapes — from AEM ecosystems and e-commerce platforms to critical infrastructure. My career spans high-impact roles at organizat... Show more

Veronica Annor

Veronica Annor

Veronica Annor is a Principal Energy Consultant and Data Science Consultant with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Data Analytics (BSc) and a Master’s in Data Science. She applies advanced analytics, machine learning, and generative AI to solve complex challenges across energy, utilities, transport, and aviation, building automated systems and innovative products for market and government clients.
Beyond her technical work, Veronica is deeply committed to mentorship and education. She serves as a Mentorship Manager at WCAN, supporting career development for young Black female professionals, and runs Veronica’s Data Path, a platform providing insights, resources, and opportunities for early-career talent in data and AI. She also tutors mathematics, helping students build strong analytical foundations and develop problem-solving skills.
Veronica delivers talks and workshops on applied AI, large language models, and AI-driven sustainability, translating complex technical concepts into practical, actionable strategies.
Driven by a belief that technology should be both innovative and equitable, Veronica empowers others to move from being consumers of AI to creators of intelligent, responsible systems. Her work combines technical expertise, mentorship, and advocacy to shape a global pipeline of skilled, confident, and future-ready technologists.

Veronica Annor is a Principal Energy Consultant and Data Science Consultant with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Data Analytics (BSc) and a Master’s in Data Science. She applies advanced analytics, machine learning, and generative AI to solve ... Show more

Espen Holtebu

Espen Holtebu

Espen Holtebu started his career as a solar engineer before moving into data engineering. A strong foundation in SQL and analytical thinking made the transition natural and fun.

Today Espen works with modern data platforms in the public sector, helping teams navigate the shift from legacy, GUI‑based tooling to code‑driven, transparent workflows. He focuses on practical enablement, organizational change, and building sustainable ways of working with data at scale.

Outside of work, Espen enjoys fishing and spending time in nature with his family.

Espen Holtebu started his career as a solar engineer before moving into data engineering. A strong foundation in SQL and analytical thinking made the transition natural and fun. Today Espen works with modern data platforms in the public sector, he... Show more

Ambarish Ganguly

Ambarish Ganguly

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder Show more

Amarí Lewis-Simpson

Amarí Lewis-Simpson

Amari Lewis-Simpson is an entrepreneur and investor with a proven track record in capital raising, technology and global business development.

Amari founded ticketing startup Weventra in 2019 aged just 21 to eradicate ticket fraud and a lack of transparency on the secondary market. The company went on to launch NFT-based backstage passes for rap superstar 50 Cent's final lap tour at Wembley.

In 2024, Amari launched Lewis-Simpson Partners (LSP) Capital Group to provide a platform for investors to access a diverse range of opportunities of capital raising across Amari’s expertise sectors of real estate and technology. Already, Amari has successfully secured more than £60M in investments across renewable energy, blockchain, real estate, and high-value asset management.

Amari is also the consummate deal maker, demonstrated when he worked with Barbados government source Metaverse land.

Fast becoming one of the most sought-after global speakers in the circuit, Amari has addressed more than 100,000 people at summits including Google, NFT.NYC, and Binance. He also served as a keynote speaker at the Dubai Global Investment Summit this year, receiving the Young Entrepreneurship Award Under 30. Malta’s Global Real Estate Conference, Qatar Money Expo, Africa Tech Week in Cape Town, and the Global Family Office Investment Summit in Cannes are also previous talks Amari has given to rousing receptions recently.

With a growing and engaged digital audience of more than 600,000, Amari’s influence is spanning across not just sectors and continents but inspiring the next generation.



Amari Lewis-Simpson is an entrepreneur and investor with a proven track record in capital raising, technology and global business development. Amari founded ticketing startup Weventra in 2019 aged just 21 to eradicate ticket fraud and a lack of tr... Show more

Minh Pham Huu Phut

Minh Pham Huu Phut

Business Analyst depuis 11 ans, d'abord chez Amadeus IT Group puis chez Sopra Steria, l'agilité fait partie de ma vie depuis près de 5 ans.
Passionné de nouveautés et de nouvelles technologies, je suis toujours partant pour essayer des nouvelles méthodes et progresser.

Business Analyst depuis 11 ans, d'abord chez Amadeus IT Group puis chez Sopra Steria, l'agilité fait partie de ma vie depuis près de 5 ans. Passionné de nouveautés et de nouvelles technologies, je suis toujours partant pour essayer des nouvelles mét... Show more

Stephan Samuel

Stephan Samuel

Stephan Samuel is a Data Engineer at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he designs and maintains data pipelines that power reliable reporting and analytics across the organization. With a strong background in SQL and ETL development, Stephan focuses on transforming complex, unstructured, and geospatial data into accurate, accessible insight that enables informed, data‑driven decision‑making at the leadership level.

When he’s not engineering data solutions, Stephan is a mad scientist and lifelong learner. His interests include anything DIY or hands-on, support for various corners of his community and tolerating the endless sass he gets from his smart home.

Stephan Samuel is a Data Engineer at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he designs and maintains data pipelines that power reliable reporting and analytics across the organization. With a strong background in SQL and ETL development,... Show more

Dr. Satabdy Jena

Dr. Satabdy Jena

Satabdy Jena completed her PhD in Electrical engineering (Power Systems) from IIT ROORKEE in 2023. Post this , she joined Shell Technology Centre Bangalore as a Power Systems Modelling Researcher. Her broader domain of work and research interests include microgrids, control systems design, Electrolysers integration, e-mobility, Grid Automation, Techno-commercial analysis.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/satabdy-jena-b4a51648/?originalSubdomain=in

Satabdy Jena completed her PhD in Electrical engineering (Power Systems) from IIT ROORKEE in 2023. Post this , she joined Shell Technology Centre Bangalore as a Power Systems Modelling Researcher. Her broader domain of work and research interests inc... Show more

Kumar Kanti Ghosh

Kumar Kanti Ghosh

Kumar Kanti Ghosh is a seasoned Design Engineer at Apple Inc. in San Diego, where he serves as System-On-Chip Chip Lead for Modem SOCs. With over 23 years of industry experience, Kumar specializes in System-On-Chip design and architecture, low power intellectual property design, and digital design verification.
Kumar holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (2003) and a Bachelor of Technology degree with honors in Electrical Engineering from NIT Kurukshetra (1999). Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in more than 40 successful Silicon tapeouts spanning from 90nm to cutting-edge 3nm technology nodes.
Before joining Apple in 2020, Kumar held progressive leadership roles at Qualcomm Inc., where he served as Principal Engineer and primary design lead for multiple Low Power IPs including CPR (Core Power Reducer), Dynamic voltage frequency scaling and Voltage droop sensing systems. His expertise encompasses System Architecture, RTL coding, integration, power-aware synthesis, formal verification, and static timing analysis.
Kumar is an accomplished inventor with three issued US patents in power management technologies, including innovations in multiple-chiplet systems and dynamic voltage adjustment. His technical leadership extends to mentoring engineering teams across multiple geographies and driving automation initiatives to improve development efficiency.
Currently residing in San Diego, California, Kumar continues to push the boundaries of semiconductor design while leading cross-functional teams in delivering next-generation modem solutions.

Kumar Kanti Ghosh is a seasoned Design Engineer at Apple Inc. in San Diego, where he serves as System-On-Chip Chip Lead for Modem SOCs. With over 23 years of industry experience, Kumar specializes in System-On-Chip design and architecture, low power ... Show more

Joshua Drake

Joshua Drake

Joshua (JD) is a long time Open Source advocate and entrepreneur dating back to the early days of Professional Open Source. From the valleys of Usenet he sold custom Linux servers with a whopping 16 MB of ram and 1GB SCSI drives. These were the days of SLS and many, many floppy disks. Through the years he has help found multiple Internet Service Providers as well as eventually launching his own firm, Command Prompt, Inc.. Command Prompt has over the years become one of the predominant privately owned PostgreSQL support and Consulting firms.

An avid public speaker and writer, he is also the founder of United States PostgreSQL, PgConf (PostgresConf) and More than a Refresh: A podcast about the most interesting people you haven't met. He currently resides off-grid in Montana.

He divides his time between Command Prompt, off-grid projects, mentoring/leadership roles and helping those who wish to become successful, define what that means for them.

Joshua (JD) is a long time Open Source advocate and entrepreneur dating back to the early days of Professional Open Source. From the valleys of Usenet he sold custom Linux servers with a whopping 16 MB of ram and 1GB SCSI drives. These were the days ... Show more

Amit Arora

Amit Arora

Amit Arora is a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS), specializing in database, analytics, and artificial intelligence. He partners with financial technology and global energy customers, as well as AWS Certified Partners, to deliver technical guidance and architect cloud solutions tailored to their unique needs.

Amit brings deep expertise in cloud migration and AI-driven modernization, helping organizations migrate and modernize their existing database environments to the AWS Cloud — and harness the power of AI and machine learning to unlock greater scalability, performance, and innovation.

Amit Arora is a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS), specializing in database, analytics, and artificial intelligence. He partners with financial technology and global energy customers, as well as AWS Certified Partners, to deliver techn... Show more

Rajan Desai

Rajan Desai

Rajan Desai is a data scientist and co-founder of Fulton Ring, working at the intersection of infrastructure, geospatial systems, and power.

Rajan Desai is a data scientist and co-founder of Fulton Ring, working at the intersection of infrastructure, geospatial systems, and power. Show more

Racquel Pinto

Racquel Pinto

With over five years of specialized experience in utility billing, Racquel Pinto currently serves as a Water Billing Clerk in the City of Evanston, dedicated to operational excellence. Beyond her primary role, she is a deeply engaged leader within the industry, serving on the ISAWWA Technology and Women in Water committees and contributing to the Legacy Project for Women in Local Government committee. A passionate advocate for equity, Racquel has also participated with the REDI and Black Implementation Group committees to help shape a more inclusive future for her city. When she isn't collaborating with committees or working on diversity initiatives, Racquel enjoys exploring the world through international cuisine and traveling with her family.

With over five years of specialized experience in utility billing, Racquel Pinto currently serves as a Water Billing Clerk in the City of Evanston, dedicated to operational excellence. Beyond her primary role, she is a deeply engaged leader within th... Show more

Lisa Silipigno

Lisa Silipigno

Lisa Silipigno is an engineer, executive coach, and leadership practitioner with decades of global experience in the energy industry. She has held diverse roles at SLB (formerly Schlumberger), including field engineering, line management, sales, business development, product development, training, and human resources, with assignments in the United States, France, India, China, and most recently as HR Manager in Saudi Arabia. Lisa holds a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in petroleum engineering, is an ICF-accredited coach, and is certified by SIY Global in mindfulness-based emotional intelligence leadership.

Lisa Silipigno is an engineer, executive coach, and leadership practitioner with decades of global experience in the energy industry. She has held diverse roles at SLB (formerly Schlumberger), including field engineering, line management, sales, busi... Show more

Praise Adegoju

Praise Adegoju

Machine Learning Practitioner and Community Strategist dedicated to driving Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. Formerly sevred as a Campus Lead for Google Developers Group (GDG) and a Campus Strategist for Perplexity AI, she has championed "permissionless leadership," growing her local developer community with active members.

Praise combines technical expertise with grassroots impact. Trained with Nigeria's premier AI organization, she has worked on building AI tools for healthcare and education, focusing on bridging the gap between global technology and local application.

She is on a mission to prove that world-class innovation happens in Africa, not just is imported to it. Praise believes the next generation of African leaders won't just use AI—they will shape it.

Machine Learning Practitioner and Community Strategist dedicated to driving Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. Formerly sevred as a Campus Lead for Google Developers Group (GDG) and a Campus Strategist for Perplexity AI, she has championed "permissionless lea... 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

Patrick Müller

Patrick Müller

Patrick – Expert in Holistic IT Architecture and Change Management

Since beginning his career as an IT consultant in 2005, Patrick has become a recognized expert in IT architecture across all levels. His holistic approach emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration by creating synergies between IT disciplines and proactively integrating considerations beyond traditional IT boundaries.

With a passion for knowledge sharing and a commitment to integrating various architectural layers, Patrick has successfully initiated, guided, and firmly established transformative change processes within organizations. His ability to analyze complex systems and drive innovative solutions is further enhanced by his extensive network and active roles as an iSAQB Board Member and IASA member.

In his current position as Managing Enterprise Architect at Allianz Kunde und Markt, Patrick leads strategic IT transformations with forward-thinking approaches. Additionally, he supports organizations as a consultant, helping them leverage his expertise and practical methodologies to achieve their goals.

His talks inspire audiences with in-depth expertise, practical insights, and a compelling vision of a future-oriented, interconnected IT architecture.

Patrick – Expert in Holistic IT Architecture and Change Management Since beginning his career as an IT consultant in 2005, Patrick has become a recognized expert in IT architecture across all levels. His holistic approach emphasizes the importance... Show more

Swati Ramanuj

Swati Ramanuj

20 + years of experience in Micosoft technologies. Primary Skillsets : MS Power Platform || M365 || AI & Copilot ||Azure || SharePoint || .NET
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate

20 + years of experience in Micosoft technologies. Primary Skillsets : MS Power Platform || M365 || AI & Copilot ||Azure || SharePoint || .NET Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fun... 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

Om Subrato Dey

Om Subrato Dey

Winner & Student Leader of Industry 4.0 June Cohort 2025 @NUS | AI Researcher @VITChennai | Speaker at AI Tech Events | Google Cloud Certified | Ex-@VITChennai| Ex-WGS X Ex-Deekshaite (12th PCMC - 98% - Campus Topper)

Winner & Student Leader of Industry 4.0 June Cohort 2025 @NUS | AI Researcher @VITChennai | Speaker at AI Tech Events | Google Cloud Certified | Ex-@VITChennai| Ex-WGS X Ex-Deekshaite (12th PCMC - 98% - Campus Topper) 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

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

Gianfranco Di Pietro

Gianfranco Di Pietro

Geospatial expert, data scientist - PhD student.

Geospatial expert, data scientist - PhD student. Show more

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