Energy & Basic Resources

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

Caleb Duff

Caleb Duff

A dedicated and evolving Programs Lead and Software Engineer.

A dedicated and evolving Programs Lead and Software Engineer. Show more

Gilles Bandza

Gilles Bandza

I'm a Technical Lead and Solution Architect specializing in Power Platform and Dynamics 365. With over 10 years of experience, I focus on building scalable, Web / Mobile enterprise solutions and modern app architectures for global organizations.

I'm a Technical Lead and Solution Architect specializing in Power Platform and Dynamics 365. With over 10 years of experience, I focus on building scalable, Web / Mobile enterprise solutions and modern app architectures for global organizations. Show more

Khaoula Aouedi

Khaoula Aouedi

Khaoula BEN SMIDA AOUEDI​
Software Engineer ​
ISTQB Test Manager, ISTQB Technical Test Analyst Advanced Level Certified ​
Micro Focus Quality &Test Management Certified ​
TMMi Certified

My experiences: ​
5 Years: Information System Development Consultant​
10 Years : Software Quality, including 8 years as a test manager and Quality Advocate ​
ISTQB Test manager &trainer career development coach

My interests: ​
Share my knowledge about quality in LinkedIn ​
Be up to date with technological watches​
Coaching people on their testing careers and softskills

Khaoula BEN SMIDA AOUEDI​ Software Engineer ​ ISTQB Test Manager, ISTQB Technical Test Analyst Advanced Level Certified ​ Micro Focus Quality &Test Management Certified ​ TMMi Certified My experiences: ​ 5 Years: Information System Developmen... Show more

Akarsh Sahlot

Akarsh Sahlot


Top external contributor to LF Energy's Hyphae (APIS) project and LFX Mentee and selected member of Asias biggest opensource. program c4gt. Focused on democratizing energy access through open source peer-to-peer trading systems. Contributing to software that powers real community microgrids in Japan, enabling neighbors to autonomously trade battery power. Passionate about applying cloud-native principles to solve climate challenges and energy independence.

Top external contributor to LF Energy's Hyphae (APIS) project and LFX Mentee and selected member of Asias biggest opensource. program c4gt. Focused on democratizing energy access through open source peer-to-peer trading systems. Contributing to sof... Show more

Vlado Vivoda

Vlado Vivoda

Vlado Vivoda has a PhD in international relations, with research focus on global strategy, security and policy aspects of extractive industries and their supply chains.

Vlado Vivoda has a PhD in international relations, with research focus on global strategy, security and policy aspects of extractive industries and their supply chains. Show more

Karthik Ravva

Karthik Ravva

Karthik Ravva is a seasoned Senior Product Manager with over 12 years of experience driving impactful technology solutions across the public healthcare, insurance, banking, and energy sectors. He brings deep expertise in product management, business analytics, data science, and enterprise software development. His career spans pivotal roles leading end-to-end SDLC efforts, agile transformations, and large-scale implementations for clients including Austin Energy, Texas HHSC, T-Mobile, McKesson, and TxDOT. Karthik combines strategic vision with technical proficiency in tools like Tableau, Python, Oracle SQL, Salesforce, and cloud platforms. He is certified in Scrum, Safe, Six Sigma, and Big Data Analytics, and holds multiple advanced degrees including a Master’s in Business Analytics from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Systems & Marketing. Known for his ability to translate business needs into scalable solutions, Karthik excels in product innovation, stakeholder alignment, and data-driven decision-making.

Karthik Ravva is a seasoned Senior Product Manager with over 12 years of experience driving impactful technology solutions across the public healthcare, insurance, banking, and energy sectors. He brings deep expertise in product management, business ... Show more

Anthony Blumberg

Anthony Blumberg

Anthony Blumberg is a global investor and philanthropist with over 35 years of international experience. He is active in London, New York, and Naples, Florida. His work spans long-cycle, capital-intensive investments across mining, technology, real estate, and resource sectors. With a consistent and disciplined approach, he has managed complex investments across regions, maintaining a clear focus on long-term value and operational strength.

He oversees his family office investments and manages global mining interests. He is responsible for strategic planning, commercial oversight, operational leadership, and technology integration across investment activities in this role. His philosophy emphasizes long-dated cycles and disciplined capital allocation into hard assets, commodities, and innovation. Risk management is a core strategy component, allowing him to guide investments that align with broader economic and industrial shifts.

His background also includes experience in corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial operations. He uses a data-informed, innovation-focused mindset to manage organizational transformation and investment development. His ability to recognize and translate large-scale trends into sustainable strategies is key to his ongoing leadership.

His family's mining legacy began with the founding of a major international mining corporation in the early 1900s. Over the years, the family remained closely involved in its growth and evolution. In recent decades, his leadership guided the family’s continued involvement, including acquiring remaining South African assets from a gold company initially linked to the earlier corporation. These actions demonstrate his focus on adapting legacy operations to modern investment standards.

His current strategy is built around operational excellence, simplification of complex portfolios, and strategic growth. His investments span Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America, and Australia. The portfolio includes gold, copper, nickel, platinum, rare minerals, and other critical commodities. His expertise allows him to lead with discipline while pursuing returns aligned with emerging global demands.

Philanthropy is a key part of his life. He supports global causes in health, education, conservation, and the arts and serves on the boards of multiple charitable organizations. Tony Blumberg continues to purposely guide his family office, combining investment expertise with a deep commitment to social progress.

Anthony Blumberg is a global investor and philanthropist with over 35 years of international experience. He is active in London, New York, and Naples, Florida. His work spans long-cycle, capital-intensive investments across mining, technology, real e... Show more

Eirini Kostelidou

Eirini Kostelidou

Eirini Kostelidou (she/her), MEng, is a Charging Technology Product Specialist for Milence. Eirini has two master’s degrees in engineering. One in Mechanical engineering from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and one in Energy and Products from the French Institute of Petroleum.
Eirini has been in the E-mobility business for more than 6 years and as a recognition, she has been selected as one of the Top Women in EV. In her current role, Eirini is responsible for all charging solutions her company is implementing, managing suppliers and markets' needs. Previously, Eirini was leading global framework agreements and overseeing successful tenders in hardware.
Eirini has been giving lectures in Dutch universities about the fast-paced landscape of E-mobility.
She speaks five languages and currently lives in Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

Eirini Kostelidou (she/her), MEng, is a Charging Technology Product Specialist for Milence. Eirini has two master’s degrees in engineering. One in Mechanical engineering from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and one in Energy and Products fro... Show more

Pamela Amann

Pamela Amann

Pamela Amann is the Founder and CEO of HYDI Innovation, an AI-driven platform that transforms decentralized energy systems into intelligent, user-centric networks. With 20+ years of experience at Mercedes-Benz and INEOS Automotive, Pamela has led complex electrification and hydrogen integration projects — from early concept to vehicle launch. She received the Rising Star Award for her contributions to zero-emission technology and holds degrees in both engineering and business. Pamela is known for translating deep-tech complexity into user-ready solutions, and for building teams around a shared vision. Through HYDI, she’s now scaling system intelligence across energy, mobility, and infrastructure. She speaks several languages and regularly appears as a speaker on digitalization, sustainability, and system innovation.

Pamela Amann is the Founder and CEO of HYDI Innovation, an AI-driven platform that transforms decentralized energy systems into intelligent, user-centric networks. With 20+ years of experience at Mercedes-Benz and INEOS Automotive, Pamela has led com... Show more

David Nnamdi

David Nnamdi

Seasoned expert in Bayesian statistics, Machine learning, Generative AI and Optimization applied to Energy, Supply chain, Technology and Finance.

Seasoned expert in Bayesian statistics, Machine learning, Generative AI and Optimization applied to Energy, Supply chain, Technology and Finance. 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

Eleftherios Karabatsakis

Eleftherios Karabatsakis

Eleftherios Karabatsakis is the co-founder and CEO of PlugSecure, the first cybersecurity platform for EV charging networks. A serial entrepreneur in the e-mobility space, he previously founded and led an EV service provider that was later acquired by PPC Group, the largest energy group in Southeastern Europe. His firsthand experience with a cyberattack became the catalyst for building PlugSecure. Today, he works with CPOs, EMPs and OEMs to identify vulnerabilities, prevent fraud, and harden infrastructure against evolving threats.

Eleftherios Karabatsakis is the co-founder and CEO of PlugSecure, the first cybersecurity platform for EV charging networks. A serial entrepreneur in the e-mobility space, he previously founded and led an EV service provider that was later acquired b... Show more

Wanda Serkowska

Wanda Serkowska

Global infrastructure sales professional. I have spent 19 years working in 5 different countries and have seen how digital physical infrastructure can change our life and the improve developments of communities.

Global infrastructure sales professional. I have spent 19 years working in 5 different countries and have seen how digital physical infrastructure can change our life and the improve developments of communities. Show more

Kelvin Maina

Kelvin Maina

Kelvin Maina is a highly recognized Enterprise Solutions Architect with multiple Google Cloud certifications, including Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Associate Cloud Engineer, and Generative AI Leader. His expertise spans secure cloud architecture, scalable infrastructure, and sustainable technology solutions, with a proven track record of helping businesses protect their digital assets and reduce risk. He has contributed to global initiatives, such as delivering UNDP training on Docker, and is an active member of Google Developer Groups.

Kelvin Maina is a highly recognized Enterprise Solutions Architect with multiple Google Cloud certifications, including Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Associate Cloud Engineer, and Generative AI Leader. His expertise spans secure cloud archite... Show more

Turi Regine Pettersen

Turi Regine Pettersen

10+ years of hands-on experience in developing and implementing sustainability strategies anchored in international frameworks such as CSRD, SBTi, and the EU Taxonomy. Turi has led cross-functional teams, integrated climate and environmental considerations throughout the value chain, and driven ESG reporting and risk management in both the private and public sectors. With a strong focus on the twin transition—combining digitalization and sustainability—Turi is recognized for her ability to translate complex requirements into practical, measurable results. She has a particular passion and knowledge from food sector and IT.

10+ years of hands-on experience in developing and implementing sustainability strategies anchored in international frameworks such as CSRD, SBTi, and the EU Taxonomy. Turi has led cross-functional teams, integrated climate and environmental consider... Show more

Raghukumar Bommenahalli

Raghukumar Bommenahalli

I’m passionate about advancing electric vehicle (EV) technology, specializing in EV/EVSE Testing. At DEKRA Certification, I’ve led interoperability testing at CharIN Testivals, ensuring seamless EVSE-EV integration across North America. My work in protocol testing and compliance with UL, DIN, ISO, IEC, and SAE standards has driven uptime for certified charging equipment, setting industry benchmarks. With advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering, I’m dedicated to building reliable, sustainable charging infrastructure. Let’s connect to discuss EV innovation or collaboration opportunities!

I’m passionate about advancing electric vehicle (EV) technology, specializing in EV/EVSE Testing. At DEKRA Certification, I’ve led interoperability testing at CharIN Testivals, ensuring seamless EVSE-EV integration across North America. My work in pr... Show more

Andre Moreira

Andre Moreira

Andre is a hands-on entrepreneur with deep technical expertise and a proven leadership track record. He currently focuses on developing AI-driven applications that simplify everyday work. He bridges the gap between technical execution and strategic vision. He also advises companies on implementing AI and data-first strategies, helping them stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape.
With a background spanning the chemical and AgTech industries across Europe, the USA, and Asia, Andre brings a global perspective to every challenge. Whether working with startups or large corporations, Andre’s expertise in technology and business, combined with significant venture capital experience, makes him a valuable partner in driving innovation and growth.

Andre is a hands-on entrepreneur with deep technical expertise and a proven leadership track record. He currently focuses on developing AI-driven applications that simplify everyday work. He bridges the gap between technical execution and strategic v... Show more

Jerome Farquharson

Jerome Farquharson

Dr. Jerome Farquharson is a visionary Executive and Managing Director with a proven track record of driving business growth, improving profitability, and mitigating risks for Fortune 500 companies in the power, oil, and gas sector. With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, risk management, infrastructure protection, and strategic business advisory, he brings a unique blend of technical and consulting expertise to navigate complex cybersecurity landscapes. As a renowned thought leader in cybersecurity and compliance, he has developed and implemented comprehensive security frameworks in the IT/OT infrastructure, including security by design and quantitative cyber risk modeling, resulting in significant reductions in security incidents and costs.

Dr. Jerome Farquharson is a visionary Executive and Managing Director with a proven track record of driving business growth, improving profitability, and mitigating risks for Fortune 500 companies in the power, oil, and gas sector. With over 25 years... Show more

Idrees M

Idrees M

Idrees is a computational scientist with a degree in Mechatronics Engineering. Having 5 years of experience in research and development in simulation domain, he recently started his new research venture named Turing-Lab for developing ML based numerical solutions. At Turing Lab, he is researching on developing and implementing scalable Machine learning based framework for solving complex problems in computational science ranging from design space exploration to inverse physics problems. He is a C++ nerd and a strong advocate of FOSS who loves building open source tools in his free time.

Idrees is a computational scientist with a degree in Mechatronics Engineering. Having 5 years of experience in research and development in simulation domain, he recently started his new research venture named Turing-Lab for developing ML based numeri... Show more

Amodh Yadav

Amodh Yadav

Kumar Amodh Yadav is an Oracle Certified Professional with over 13 years of experience in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) implementation, development, and administration. Currently serving as Enterprise Applications Engineer III at The Medical College of Wisconsin, he brings extensive expertise in Oracle HRMS, Self-Service HR (SSHR), Payroll, and related enterprise applications.
Throughout his career, Kumar has completed 3 full-cycle Oracle HRMS R12 implementations and 5+ support and enhancement projects as a Techno-Functional Consultant. His technical proficiency spans Oracle HRMS APIs, SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Forms development, XML Publisher Reports, BI Publisher, and Oracle Workflow customization.
Kumar has delivered solutions for organizations across diverse industries including healthcare, higher education, oil & gas, and manufacturing, serving clients in the USA, Middle East, and India. His experience includes designing custom interfaces with third-party systems, developing RICE components, and participating in Oracle EBS upgrades from R12.1.3 to R12.2.9.
Based in New Berlin, Wisconsin, Kumar holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya and maintains active engagement with the Oracle community through participation in HEUG and Oracle World conferences.

Kumar Amodh Yadav is an Oracle Certified Professional with over 13 years of experience in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) implementation, development, and administration. Currently serving as Enterprise Applications Engineer III at The Medical College ... Show more

Tim Clarke

Tim Clarke

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Data Science, Tim has had a diverse career, initially working internationally in the Oil Industry before shifting his focus to the tech sector. His expertise now centres on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Knowledge Graph techniques to link complex datasets, facilitating more efficient data mining.

His background in Anthropology equips him with a profound understanding of human behaviour, cultural dynamics, and societal structures—skills that have been invaluable in his role as an NLP Engineer. This awareness allows Tim to design NLP systems with a deep appreciation for context, cultural nuances, and diverse perspectives.

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Dat... Show more

Ajay Prasad

Ajay Prasad

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajay-prasad-a0b6866/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajay-prasad-a0b6866/ Show more

Chetanaya Aggarwal

Chetanaya Aggarwal

A Full Stack Lead Data Scientist based in Pune, India, with over 6 years of experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical modeling. I currently work at John Deere India, where I specialize in building enterprise-grade solutions that drive measurable business impact across diverse industries.

My expertise spans predictive modeling, causal inference, data pipelines, and advanced data visualization. In recent years, I’ve been deeply involved in Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Agentic AI workflows. I enjoy leveraging techniques like retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), multimodal systems, and knowledge graph reasoning to develop intelligent, autonomous solutions that help solve complex challenges.

A Full Stack Lead Data Scientist based in Pune, India, with over 6 years of experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical modeling. I currently work at John Deere India, where I specialize in building enterprise-grade solutions that d... Show more

Adolfo Huaman

Adolfo Huaman

Adolfo Huamán Díaz has been involved in multiple global value projects, as evidenced by his extensive career history.
While an exact total is not explicitly stated in his profile, key highlights include:
1. Global Reach: His projects span across North America, Central America, South America, Europe, and
Australia, covering industries such as mining, energy, fishing, oil and gas, and metallurgy.
2. Specific Achievements:
• Developed and implemented his MOS® model and complementary frameworks across operations in
countries like Honduras, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Argentina, and more.
• Conducted over 21 million data points analyses using Big Data Analytics for value creation and asset
optimization projects globally.
• Trained over 9,804 hours for leaders in diverse industries in topics related to operational excellence
and continuous improvement.
3. Proven Financial Impacts: He led projects with tangible financial outcomes, such as:
• $140 million USD annual savings at GoldCorp Argentina.
• $39.3 million USD savings in one year at GoldCorp Guatemala.
• $21.2 million USD EBITDA improvement in the fishing industry.
4. Industries and Companies: He has consulted for corporations like ECOPETROL, Gold Fields, GoldCorp,
and several others, providing tailored solutions for operational challenges.

Adolfo Huamán Díaz has been involved in multiple global value projects, as evidenced by his extensive career history. While an exact total is not explicitly stated in his profile, key highlights include: 1. Global Reach: His projects span across No... Show more

Kolade Bakare

Kolade Bakare

Kolade Bakare is a seasoned full-stack software engineer and tech entrepreneur with about ten years of experience building scalable applications and IoT solutions. With a background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, he brings a unique blend of hardware and software expertise that fuels his passion for solving real-world problems through technology.

He is the founder of PAWATANK, a clean-energy startup deploying IoT-enabled, solar-powered public charging stations across Africa. Beyond entrepreneurship, Kolade has served as a Google Developer Group Campus Manager, organized developer events, and mentored upcoming talents in exploring careers that bridge hardware and software innovation.

His mission is to inspire developers to look beyond screens and discover how software can power the physical world.

Kolade Bakare is a seasoned full-stack software engineer and tech entrepreneur with about ten years of experience building scalable applications and IoT solutions. With a background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, he brings a unique blend o... Show more

Nico Rikken

Nico Rikken

Nico Rikken has a track record in maximizing the potential of Free and Open Source Software in the energy sector and in the Netherlands. As Open Source Ambassador at grid operator Alliander he helps make open source project participation successful and ensure control over the company software supply chain. As Country Coordinator for the Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE) he has successfully influenced policy to ensure the rights of open source software users and developers.

Nico Rikken has a track record in maximizing the potential of Free and Open Source Software in the energy sector and in the Netherlands. As Open Source Ambassador at grid operator Alliander he helps make open source project participation successful a... Show more

Prince Singh

Prince Singh

I am a business architect in Alliander. Alliander is a major energy distribution operator in the Netherlands and is at the forefront of the energy transition. Together with my colleagues I focus on the business architecture layer.

I am a business architect in Alliander. Alliander is a major energy distribution operator in the Netherlands and is at the forefront of the energy transition. Together with my colleagues I focus on the business architecture layer. Show more

Ingeborg Hawighorst

Ingeborg Hawighorst

I love solving problems with technology. Working across the whole spectrum of the M365 product suite, SharePoint, Teams, and the Power Platform apps are the main topics of my day job. Charts and data visualisation with Excel and Power BI are my favourite topics, but I also like a good dig around data with Power Query and DAX. I've been working with SharePoint for over 15 years, building sites, process automation and online integrations. After hours I spend a lot of time in online forums for Excel with the web alias "teylyn". As an end user, I prefer solutions that use the built-in functionality and as little custom code as possible. I've been a Microsoft MVP since 2012.

I love solving problems with technology. Working across the whole spectrum of the M365 product suite, SharePoint, Teams, and the Power Platform apps are the main topics of my day job. Charts and data visualisation with Excel and Power BI are my favou... Show more

Jaydeep Taralkar

Jaydeep Taralkar

Jaydeep Taralkar is an Executive Director and Senior Data Science Leader with expertise in platform strategy and financial technology. With over 15 years of experience in the financial technology sector, he specializes in artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, and cloud engineering solutions.
Throughout his distinguished career at leading financial institutions including Credit Suisse and Barclays, Jaydeep has consistently delivered innovative data platforms and ML solutions that drive business optimization and cost savings. His notable achievements include developing advanced fraud detection tools, creating explainable AI models for credit risk assessment, and architecting strategic data platforms that enhance cross-functional collaboration.
Currently pursuing a PhD in Artificial Intelligence at Capitol Technology University, with research focused on predictive analytics for climate-resilient crops and sustainable food production, Jaydeep combines academic rigor with practical industry expertise. He holds a Master's degree in Business Intelligence & Analytics from Stevens College of Technology and maintains multiple certifications in AI, ML, and cloud technologies from MIT, IBM, Microsoft, and Google.
Jaydeep is known for his visionary leadership, technical innovation, and ability to build high-performing teams that deliver transformative business solutions in the rapidly evolving landscape of financial technology and data science.

Jaydeep Taralkar is an Executive Director and Senior Data Science Leader with expertise in platform strategy and financial technology. With over 15 years of experience in the financial technology sector, he specializes in artificial intelligence, mac... Show more

Sedat Salman

Sedat Salman

Sedat Salman is a technology and cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience designing and securing critical infrastructure across defense, energy, transportation, and manufacturing sectors. Based in Dubai, he leads global architecture and cybersecurity programs at Schneider Electric, specializing in bridging IT and OT environments with secure, scalable solutions.He shares practical strategies for making industrial systems more resilient, compliant, and future-ready.

Sedat Salman is a technology and cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience designing and securing critical infrastructure across defense, energy, transportation, and manufacturing sectors. Based in Dubai, he leads global architecture and ... Show more

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