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

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

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 (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 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

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

Biomedical engineer by study, retail business manager by profession, artist by consistently choosing to not confine my thoughts within. Now a postgraduate student in information design where I hope to learn a lot and get experience on the industry, collaborate with talented peers to make beautiful, useful and fun things that aim to make the world an easier place to live in.

The theme of my life is to add a little bit of humour, grounded ness and unique takes to anything I do or make. Small waves.

Biomedical engineer by study, retail business manager by profession, artist by consistently choosing to not confine my thoughts within. Now a postgraduate student in information design where I hope to learn a lot and get experience on the industry, c... Show more

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

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 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

Kishore Kumar Epuri is a seasoned Senior Systems Architect with over 14 years of techno-functional enterprise consulting experience specializing in CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote), CRM, and Subscription Management applications. Based in Dallas, USA, he has established himself as a trusted advisor for Fortune 500 companies across diverse industries including Manufacturing, Payment Processing, Consumer, Semiconductor, Energy, and Power sectors.
Kishore's expertise lies in architecting innovative CPQ solutions for large enterprises with complex IT landscapes. He has consistently provided practical and prudent guidance to minimize risks during multi-million-dollar cloud migration journeys. His hands-on experience encompasses the complete CPQ solution lifecycle, from product definition and configuration to pricing and document generation, supporting both direct and indirect sales channels for global industry leaders.
As a technical leader, Kishore excels in translating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders while maintaining strong organizational skills in fast-paced environments. He has successfully led implementations across all phases of CPQ project lifecycles, including requirements gathering, analysis, design, development, deployment, and maintenance. His deep knowledge of integration platforms like IBM Cast Iron and ICS has enabled seamless connections between Oracle CPQ applications and various CRM, ERP, and third-party tools including Avalara and DocuSign.
Currently serving as Senior Systems Architect at NetApp Inc since October 2022, Kishore previously held senior positions at Argano and Wipro Ltd, progressively advancing his career over more than a decade. Notable achievements include leading the SOAR QTC program, implementing the Elevate CPQ program, and successfully migrating over 1.7 million assets from Siebel to Salesforce. During his tenure at various organizations, he has implemented more than 21 models and their related software configurations in Oracle CPQ and developed complex integrations using various middleware platforms.
Kishore holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Osmania University (2006-2010) with a GPA of 3.9/4.0. His commitment to professional development is evident through his comprehensive certification portfolio, including multiple Oracle CPQ Cloud Service Implementation Specialist certifications (2016, 2018, 2020) and various Salesforce certifications including CPQ, Administrator, Sales Cloud Consultant, and Service Cloud Consultant. This extensive certification base demonstrates his dedication to staying current with evolving technologies and industry best practices.
Throughout his career, Kishore has demonstrated proficiency across multiple platforms including Oracle CPQ, Salesforce CPQ, CRM applications, and Subscription Management systems. His integration expertise spans IBM Cast Iron, ICS, Ayara, and various third-party tools, while his leadership capabilities encompass team management, cross-functional collaboration, and effective stakeholder communication. Having worked extensively in Manufacturing, Payment Processing, Energy & Power, Semiconductor, and Consumer industries, he brings valuable sector-specific insights to every engagement.
Kishore combines technical excellence with business acumen, making him a valuable asset for organizations seeking to optimize their quote-to-cash processes and enhance their sales operations through innovative CPQ solutions. His ability to work efficiently under pressure, coupled with his strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills, positions him as a highly motivated and energetic team player capable of delivering results in complex enterprise environments.

Kishore Kumar Epuri is a seasoned Senior Systems Architect with over 14 years of techno-functional enterprise consulting experience specializing in CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote), CRM, and Subscription Management applications. Based in Dallas, USA, he... Show more

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 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

Edwin Derks is a Domain Architect at TenneT in The Netherlands who loves solving complex, strategic IT challenges. He is passionate about collecting and sharing knowledge about improving IT in organizations, and is adept with cloud-driven software development in general. He often organizes meetups, writes articles and speaks at conferences.

Edwin Derks is a Domain Architect at TenneT in The Netherlands who loves solving complex, strategic IT challenges. He is passionate about collecting and sharing knowledge about improving IT in organizations, and is adept with cloud-driven software de... Show more

Ryan is a Principal Engineer at John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group (ISG) where he oversees API standards and architecture for systems farmers depend on for connecting with experts like agronomists, dealers, other experts.

Ryan is a Principal Engineer at John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group (ISG) where he oversees API standards and architecture for systems farmers depend on for connecting with experts like agronomists, dealers, other experts. Show more

Greg transforms complex enterprises and builds world-class developer communities. He founded AIRIA.CLOUD and GDGYYC and leads cloud migration, ML and IoT projects in partnership with Google Cloud. He’s a sought after international speaker and facilitator.

You can catch him at gregbennett.io or skateboarding to his next meeting.

Greg transforms complex enterprises and builds world-class developer communities. He founded AIRIA.CLOUD and GDGYYC and leads cloud migration, ML and IoT projects in partnership with Google Cloud. He’s a sought after international speaker and facilit... Show more

Acostumbrada al cambio constante, a enfrentarme cada reto buscando nuevos puntos de vista y abordando las difilcultades de diversas formas.

Me gusta la agilidad y la biología a partes iguales. He pasado de científico de bota y bata, a un perfil de Gestión y Agilidad en un proceso de cambio continuo donde ha aprendido que la mejor forma de enfrentar los nuevos retos es tomando el riesgo sin lanzarse al vacío.

Siempre estratega de cada plan que ejecuta, mis años de experiencia me han permitido ser consciente de que, es muy importante estudiar,pero lo mejor que me ha pasado es escuchar a la gente y aprender de todos, quedandome con todo lo positivo que me proporcionan y conseguir así una visión 360 de todo lo que me rodea.

Acostumbrada al cambio constante, a enfrentarme cada reto buscando nuevos puntos de vista y abordando las difilcultades de diversas formas. Me gusta la agilidad y la biología a partes iguales. He pasado de científico de bota y bata, a un perfil de... Show more

Sachin is responsible for designing the Open Source & AI strategy for the DTO at an Energy Company. He dons two hats as he has a degree in law & engineering, he has previously held positions such as Open Source counsel, Evangelist & IP analyst with HPE, HERE Technologies & Honeywell respectively. Sachin is outdoorsy & loves participating in marathons.

Sachin is responsible for designing the Open Source & AI strategy for the DTO at an Energy Company. He dons two hats as he has a degree in law & engineering, he has previously held positions such as Open Source counsel, Evangelist & IP analyst with H... Show more

Alireza Ghaderi is a PhD candidate in Aerospace Engineering, specializing in smart drones, drone swarms, and AI-driven systems for real-time pilot fatigue and awareness analysis. He is actively involved in multiple global drone projects, ranging from drone shows to IoT-based surveillance systems. Additionally, Alireza is working on his startup, Aware AI, supported by Funding-team, based in San Francisco, where he develops real-time awareness analysis using smartphones and wearables.

Alireza Ghaderi is a PhD candidate in Aerospace Engineering, specializing in smart drones, drone swarms, and AI-driven systems for real-time pilot fatigue and awareness analysis. He is actively involved in multiple global drone projects, ranging from... Show more

Dr Adam Sroka, Head of Machine Learning Engineering at Origami Energy, is an experienced data and AI leader helping organisations unlock value from data by delivering enterprise-scale solutions and building high-performing data and analytics teams from the ground up. Adam shares his thoughts and ideas through public speaking, tech community events, on his blog, and in his podcast.

Many organisations aren't getting the most out of their data and many data professionals struggle to communicate their results or the complexity and value of their work in a way that business stakeholders can relate to. Being able to understand both the technology and how it translates to real benefits is key.

Simply hiring the most capable people often isn’t enough. The solution is a mix of clear and explicit communication, strong fundamentals and engineering discipline, and an appetite to experiment and iterate to success quickly.

If this is something you’re struggling with - either as an organisation finding its feet with data and AI or as a data professional - the approaches and systems Adam has developed over his career will be able to help so please reach out.

Cutting edge data technologies are redefining every industry and adopting these new ways of working can be difficult and frustrating. One day, there will be best practices and playbooks for how to maximise the value from your data and teams, but until then Adam is eager to share his experiences in both business and data and shed some light on what works.

Dr Adam Sroka, Head of Machine Learning Engineering at Origami Energy, is an experienced data and AI leader helping organisations unlock value from data by delivering enterprise-scale solutions and building high-performing data and analytics teams fr... Show more

Patrick Gallucci is a Microsoft Certified Educator, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert and Azure DevOps Engineer Expert. He has 25+ years’ experience working with data platforms including, Azure Data Services, Microsoft SQL Server, Azure Synapse, Hadoop, CosmosDB & Azure Data Lake Services. He is responsible for the technical architecture, governance, and service delivery quality for Data and Analytics Practice at HCHB.

Patrick Gallucci is a Microsoft Certified Educator, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert and Azure DevOps Engineer Expert. He has 25+ years’ experience working with data platforms including, Azure Data Serv... Show more

Principal Program Manager for Power Platform Developer and Admin Experience. Focused on empowering Citizen Developers, IT Professionals, and Executive Management by providing the Governance, Security, Compliance, Applications Lifecycle Management, and Service Management foundations needed to adopt the Power Platform to transform their business.

Principal Program Manager for Power Platform Developer and Admin Experience. Focused on empowering Citizen Developers, IT Professionals, and Executive Management by providing the Governance, Security, Compliance, Applications Lifecycle Management, an... Show more

Matteo is a Technical Leader at WellD, a software house that delivers cutting-edge solutions in Energy, Industry Automation, and Health. A passionate full-stack developer with a love for backend development in Kotlin, he automates workflows wherever possible, proudly embracing efficiency. Matteo thrives on experimenting with emerging technologies and contributing to open-source projects while crafting innovative software architectures. He is also an active community organizer, co-leading the Frontenders Ticino meetup, where he fosters local discussions on the latest in frontend and backend development.

Matteo is a Technical Leader at WellD, a software house that delivers cutting-edge solutions in Energy, Industry Automation, and Health. A passionate full-stack developer with a love for backend development in Kotlin, he automates workflows wherever ... Show more

Bart Renders, an IT-Consultant at Info Support with a passion for propelling businesses through software solutions. With 4 years of experience in the industry branch, Bart has seamlessly merged hardware and software in multiple projects.

Eager to share his wealth of knowledge, Bart found his voice as a speaker, driven by a desire to extend his insights beyond project boundaries. Although new to the speaking scene, he admires engaging speakers and aims to captivate audiences with exciting new knowledge and inspiration.

Get ready to embark on a journey of innovation and fresh insights with Bart as your guide.

Bart Renders, an IT-Consultant at Info Support with a passion for propelling businesses through software solutions. With 4 years of experience in the industry branch, Bart has seamlessly merged hardware and software in multiple projects. Eager to ... Show more

Lin Siem. Ing Industrial. Magister en Finanzas de los negocios, auditora certificada ISO 9001, Certificada Scrum Essentials por U. de Chile y Business Agility por ITBA Argentina
Actualmente me desempeño en Telecomunicaciones Satelitales, Lideró proyectos de I+D y soy miembro del Comité Directivo de AMES Argentina. Mi desempeño profesional en países como Venezuela, Colombia, Austria, Chile y Argentina
Participante en jornadas STEM, RID, BootCamp CDI

Lin Siem. Ing Industrial. Magister en Finanzas de los negocios, auditora certificada ISO 9001, Certificada Scrum Essentials por U. de Chile y Business Agility por ITBA Argentina Actualmente me desempeño en Telecomunicaciones Satelitales, Lideró pro... Show more

25 years of system engineering and consulting in the Microsoft Partner area. Specialized in hybrid IT Infrastructure, hybrid management, AzureAD and Azure solution design for app modernization, assessment and developer support.
AI integration for critical workloads and highly customized and hybrid solutions which covers also highly regulated environment.

25 years of system engineering and consulting in the Microsoft Partner area. Specialized in hybrid IT Infrastructure, hybrid management, AzureAD and Azure solution design for app modernization, assessment and developer support. AI integration for cr... Show more

Bermon has more than 25 years of product strategy, design, and development experience and has consulted in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, financial services, government, manufacturing, publishing, and retail. At Slalom, Bermon leads initiatives to help organizations go from “innovation theater” to a disciplined, well-orchestrated, and practical approach to innovation.

Bermon has more than 25 years of product strategy, design, and development experience and has consulted in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, financial services, government, manufacturing, publishing, and retail. At Slalom, Bermon ... Show more

I am a versatile professional with a background in petroleum engineering and over a decade of experience in the technology industry. Currently working as a Quality Assurance Engineer at Viamo, a social enterprise.

In my position at Viamo, I work with and oversee the quality assurance process and collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish testing strategies and provide valuable feedback.

I write code in PHP/JS as a hobby.

I am a versatile professional with a background in petroleum engineering and over a decade of experience in the technology industry. Currently working as a Quality Assurance Engineer at Viamo, a social enterprise. In my position at Viamo, I work w... Show more

Brian heads global developer relations at Algorand Foundation, where he helps devs learn, integrate, apply, and contribute to Algorand's open source blockchain technology to solve real world problems. Before joining the Foundation, Brian led global strategic transformation programs at Morgan Stanley, where he worked with commodities, exchange and OTC derivatives, Prime Brokerage, Brexit preparations, and digital assets over 15 years. When not on his laptop, he's probably cooking up something creative, literally or figuratively.

Brian heads global developer relations at Algorand Foundation, where he helps devs learn, integrate, apply, and contribute to Algorand's open source blockchain technology to solve real world problems. Before joining the Foundation, Brian led global s... Show more

Nicolas Omont has more than 15 years of experience in Power Systems computation as an expert and a project manager. At Artelys and at RTE R&D department, he managed R&D projects to develop Power Systems tools for CIM CGMES data management, security analysis, remedial action optimization and capacity calculation. He is used to applying Artificial Intelligence techniques to Power Systems, for example to consumption forecast.

Nicolas Omont has more than 15 years of experience in Power Systems computation as an expert and a project manager. At Artelys and at RTE R&D department, he managed R&D projects to develop Power Systems tools for CIM CGMES data management, security a... Show more