Energy & Basic Resources

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

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

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

Nikhil Jain

Nikhil Jain

Tech Strategist | AI & IoT Innovator | Author
Forbes Technology Council Member | Sr IEEE Member | IETE Fellow | SCRS Distinguished Fellow

I specialize in smart technologies that shape the future from connected homes and AI-powered systems to sustainable energy solutions.

Tech Strategist | AI & IoT Innovator | Author Forbes Technology Council Member | Sr IEEE Member | IETE Fellow | SCRS Distinguished Fellow I specialize in smart technologies that shape the future from connected homes and AI-powered systems to sust... Show more

Saloni Agrawal

Saloni Agrawal

Saloni Agrawal is a Staff Engineer at Lucid Motors, specializing in industrialization, supplier development, and advanced polymers for electric vehicle battery systems. With a background in Plastics Engineering and an MBA in progress, she focuses on sustainable manufacturing, supply chain strategy, and high-performance materials for clean mobility. She is also an active contributor and mentor in professional societies, championing diversity and innovation in engineering.

Saloni Agrawal is a Staff Engineer at Lucid Motors, specializing in industrialization, supplier development, and advanced polymers for electric vehicle battery systems. With a background in Plastics Engineering and an MBA in progress, she focuses on ... Show more

Michalina Rajczyk

Michalina Rajczyk

Polish soul, living in Berlin since 2018.

Senior Product Owner for IoT Platform at Kieback&Peter for https://brix2bytes.io/en/ . Former MBitioner delivering Connected Services (in example Apple Music or Dolby Atmos sound quality) for the newest Mercedes-Benz cars.

Worked for:
- Mercedes-Benz Software Hub: MBition,
- Swedish IoT Design and Development house: Sigma Connectivity,
- award-winning Polish startup Inteliclinic,
- ...and more.

Graduated from Embedded Electronics.

Lived in Poland, The Netherlands and Denmark,

Exceptionally tall, yoga and wine lover.

Polish soul, living in Berlin since 2018. Senior Product Owner for IoT Platform at Kieback&Peter for https://brix2bytes.io/en/ . Former MBitioner delivering Connected Services (in example Apple Music or Dolby Atmos sound quality) for the newest Me... 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

Victor Villarreal

Victor Villarreal

DevSecOps, SRE & FullStack Engineer // Electronic and Telecommunications Technician // Ethical Hacker, CtF Player & Reverse Engineer

DevSecOps, SRE & FullStack Engineer // Electronic and Telecommunications Technician // Ethical Hacker, CtF Player & Reverse Engineer Show more

Preeti Chandrakant Sali

Preeti Chandrakant Sali

Preeti Sali is a versatile and solutions-oriented Senior Technical Program Manager and Product Leader with nearly a decade of cross-industry experience spanning automotive, mobility, healthcare, and enterprise software. Currently leading high-impact initiatives at Ford Motor Company, she specializes in end-to-end product development, Agile program execution, and stakeholder alignment in complex multi-vendor ecosystems.
Preeti has driven key innovations in electric vehicle (EV) ecosystems, notably scaling public charging solutions and leading the product strategy for EV routing and range tools with a user base exceeding 190,000. Her expertise spans product lifecycle management, cloud migration (Azure to GCP), AI-driven feature rollouts, and DevSecOps process optimization.
Holding an MS in Electrical & Computer Engineering and currently pursuing a PhD in Systems Engineering, Preeti blends deep technical insight with strategic foresight. She is also a Certified Scrum Master and a recognized leader known for her operational planning, executive communication, and cross-functional collaboration.

Preeti Sali is a versatile and solutions-oriented Senior Technical Program Manager and Product Leader with nearly a decade of cross-industry experience spanning automotive, mobility, healthcare, and enterprise software. Currently leading high-impact ... Show more

Charles Antony Raj

Charles Antony Raj

Charles Antony Raj is a seasoned Systems and Software Engineering leader with more than 19 years of experience in developing and certifying safety-critical embedded software for next-generation aircraft. At Collins Aerospace, he leads engineering programs that ensure compliance with DO-178 standards while driving innovation in real-time systems for global aerospace platforms.

Throughout his career, Charles has guided complex projects across major aircraft programs including Boeing VC25B, Comac C919, Irkut MC21, Embraer E2, Airbus A220, and Sukhoi Superjet 100. His expertise spans system architecture, certification audits with global aviation authorities (FAA, CAAC, ANAC, Transport Canada), and mentoring teams to deliver reliable, high-performance airborne software.

With a Master’s in Software Engineering from Karunya Institute of Technology, Charles combines technical depth with strong program leadership. He is recognized for advancing process optimization, platform software design, and integration testing practices that strengthen safety and compliance in aviation systems.

Passionate about knowledge sharing, Charles brings practical insights on software safety, certification strategies, and engineering leadership to audiences seeking to understand the future of aerospace software.

Charles Antony Raj is a seasoned Systems and Software Engineering leader with more than 19 years of experience in developing and certifying safety-critical embedded software for next-generation aircraft. At Collins Aerospace, he leads engineering pro... Show more

Antony R. Goetzschel

Antony R. Goetzschel

Antony Ricardo Goetzschel, a Venezuelan Cloud and DevOps Engineer based in Munich, Germany for over 10 years.

Specialized in Cloud technologies, Kubernetes, and Terraform, with more than a decade of experience.

An entrepreneur by vocation and heart, founder of CCSolutions.io.

Antony Ricardo Goetzschel, a Venezuelan Cloud and DevOps Engineer based in Munich, Germany for over 10 years. Specialized in Cloud technologies, Kubernetes, and Terraform, with more than a decade of experience. An entrepreneur by vocation and h... Show more

Samara Neiva

Samara Neiva

I am an international expert in Smart & Sustainable Cities, with over a decade of experience combining academic research, public policy advisory, and real-world project implementation in urban innovation.

I am an international expert in Smart & Sustainable Cities, with over a decade of experience combining academic research, public policy advisory, and real-world project implementation in urban innovation. Show more

Fedy Ben Hassouna

Fedy Ben Hassouna

Fedy BEN HASSOUNA is a passionate AI and Machine Learning engineer with a strong background in computer vision, cloud computing, and MLOps. He has worked on various AI-driven projects, ranging from wind turbine failure prediction using SCADA data to developing a hands-free eye blink-controlled Dino game using OpenCV, MediaPipe, and PyAutoGUI.

Fedy has also conducted research on tree biomass estimation using remote sensing imagery, integrating AI for environmental sustainability. His expertise extends to deploying machine learning models on cloud platforms like Google Cloud and Azure, optimizing AI pipelines for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

In addition to his technical work, Fedy has been actively involved in teaching AI, delivering workshops and presentations on AI's role in ecology and sustainability. He is currently working on Azure-based AI solutions and MLOps, focusing on cost-efficient deployment strategies for large-scale AI models.

Fedy BEN HASSOUNA is a passionate AI and Machine Learning engineer with a strong background in computer vision, cloud computing, and MLOps. He has worked on various AI-driven projects, ranging from wind turbine failure prediction using SCADA data to ... Show more

Loïc Barbe

Loïc Barbe

Loïc is a data engineer at element61 with a background in electronics, ICT and business innovation. He helps organizations turn complex data and secure environments into impactful solutions. At UZ Brussels, he successfully deployed Azure TRE to enable compliant, collaborative clinical research. He has hands-on experience in Azure, Databricks, and end-to-end data platform delivery, and thrives at the intersection of technical excellence and real-world impact.

Loïc is a data engineer at element61 with a background in electronics, ICT and business innovation. He helps organizations turn complex data and secure environments into impactful solutions. At UZ Brussels, he successfully deployed Azure TRE to enabl... Show more

Brian Moore

Brian Moore

Brian Moore is a Cloud Architect with Occidental Petroleum in Houston, TX. He leads Oxy's cloud computing practices, and has spearheaded adoption and practice of Terraform and other HashiCorp products.

Brian Moore is a Cloud Architect with Occidental Petroleum in Houston, TX. He leads Oxy's cloud computing practices, and has spearheaded adoption and practice of Terraform and other HashiCorp products. Show more

Joshua Pinter

Joshua Pinter

Joshua Pinter is the technical founder of CNTRAL - pronounced “Central”.

He was introduced to Rails by a friend in 2009 and since that moment has been a dedicated enthusiast, building the CNTRAL Platform on Rails, starting way back on version 2 and keeping it up-to-date and relevant since then.

Joshua Pinter is the technical founder of CNTRAL - pronounced “Central”. He was introduced to Rails by a friend in 2009 and since that moment has been a dedicated enthusiast, building the CNTRAL Platform on Rails, starting way back on version 2 an... Show more

Sadiq Jaffer

Sadiq Jaffer

Sadiq is an experienced architect and has worked for a wide range of clients across multiple industries to deliver enterprise transformation, secure cloud adoption, data centre transformation, application and data platform migration, transformation and modernization, security, controls, and cost optimization programs. Additionally, Sadiq is a Bitcoin SME with a keen interest in risk management and energy optimisation strategies for Bitcoin miners.

Sadiq is an experienced architect and has worked for a wide range of clients across multiple industries to deliver enterprise transformation, secure cloud adoption, data centre transformation, application and data platform migration, transformation a... Show more

Lorete Kossowski Mocelin

Lorete Kossowski Mocelin

Sou formada em Administração de empresas e tenho mestrado em gerenciamento de Projetos pela George Washington University.
Atuei por 17 anos em uma multinacional de energia e estou há 3.5 anos anos liderando a transformação Ágil de uma empresa Nacional do setor varejista.
Estou no mundo ágil há mais de 10 anos anos e já atuei como Scrum Master, Agile Master, Product Owner, RTE e Agile Coach.
Além do mundo Ágil eu sou autora de 3 livros didáticos, professora Universitária, mentora, professional Coach e palestrante. Mais de 22.000 alunos, coachees e mentorados impactados em minha jornada.

Sou formada em Administração de empresas e tenho mestrado em gerenciamento de Projetos pela George Washington University. Atuei por 17 anos em uma multinacional de energia e estou há 3.5 anos anos liderando a transformação Ágil de uma empresa Nacio... Show more

Álvaro Pérez Bello

Álvaro Pérez Bello

Álvaro is Founder and CPO at Clevergy. He has extensive experience in IoT and ML application development and is currently leading Product at Clevergy. Prior to working at Clevergy, he worked at Altair as a Senior Product Manager, leading the IoT division and bringing an IoT platform to Connected Product Developers. He has also provided digital transformation solutions to manufacturing companies in consultancy firms. Additionally, he is a Professor at University Pontificia Comillas, where he teaches Software Product Management to Masters students.

Álvaro is Founder and CPO at Clevergy. He has extensive experience in IoT and ML application development and is currently leading Product at Clevergy. Prior to working at Clevergy, he worked at Altair as a Senior Product Manager, leading the IoT divi... Show more

Lars Baumann

Lars Baumann

Academic background:
1990-1995 Engineer Technical computer science
2005-2007 M.B.A. Human Ressource Management
2008-2010 M.Eng. Renewable Energier
2008-2012 PhD Project Management in the Middle East

Professional background:
1990 - today Entrepreneur founded 16 companies mainly in the IT and software industry
2013 - 2020 Professor for Business computing - Agile and project management
2020 - 2028 Elected as deputy mayor by the city council of Hannover

Academic background: 1990-1995 Engineer Technical computer science 2005-2007 M.B.A. Human Ressource Management 2008-2010 M.Eng. Renewable Energier 2008-2012 PhD Project Management in the Middle East Professional background: 1990 - today Entre... Show more

Andy Paw

Andy Paw

Experienced technology risk and delivery manager with a focus on Microsoft M365 applications, Power Platform and Microsoft security services. I am interested in all things technology and innovation related - and help clients build solutions leveraging Microsoft technology.

Microsoft MVP - M365 Apps, Excel
LUMA Institute Certified Practitioner of Human-Centered Design
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)

Experienced technology risk and delivery manager with a focus on Microsoft M365 applications, Power Platform and Microsoft security services. I am interested in all things technology and innovation related - and help clients build solutions leveragi... Show more

Arnaud Thenint

Arnaud Thenint

Consultant en management des systèmes d’information avec une spécialisation dans la gestion de programmes digitaux, la transformation d’organisation (agilité à l'échelle) et l’amélioration de processus (ISO 9001 et ITIL)

Dans mon travail, j'aime accompagner les directions informatiques et métiers à relever leurs défis :
- Réduire le time to market, augmenter la qualité, améliorer l’engagement des équipes
- Optimiser la productivité
- Accompagner les équipes (de 8 à 500 personnes) à transformer leur organisation, en utilisant les Valeurs et Principes Agile
- Aider les directions à revoir leurs modes de décision et leur système de gouvernance (Value Stream Mapping et Lean-Budget)

Consultant en management des systèmes d’information avec une spécialisation dans la gestion de programmes digitaux, la transformation d’organisation (agilité à l'échelle) et l’amélioration de processus (ISO 9001 et ITIL) Dans mon travail, j'aime a... Show more

Mrs Rep

Mrs Rep

Mom, Wife & Business Owner! Helping women find their voice! Providing information about trading marking your business and how to start a business

Mom, Wife & Business Owner! Helping women find their voice! Providing information about trading marking your business and how to start a business Show more

Stacey McLennan-Waldal

Stacey McLennan-Waldal

Stacey is the Director of Generative AI at ATB, where she leads the charge in exploring and implementing GenAI solutions. With a background in Cloud, Data, and AI from PwC, she brings extensive experience in solving business challenges and delivering tangible value through AI. A Calgary native with deep roots in the local business community, she's passionate about the transformative potential of GenAI, viewing it as a cultural shift akin to the internet's arrival and just the beginning of the AI revolution (drawing inspiration from Dr. Ajay Agrawal). Connect with her to discuss the future! (she/her)

Stacey is the Director of Generative AI at ATB, where she leads the charge in exploring and implementing GenAI solutions. With a background in Cloud, Data, and AI from PwC, she brings extensive experience in solving business challenges and deliverin... Show more

Robin Seetz

Robin Seetz

Robin is the Lead Product Consultant for the Dutch consultancy firm Navara leading and advising large project at clients in the utilties market, finance market and government. He specializes in Evidence Based Product Management, meaning the use of data to make more informed decision from before, during and after building software. He believes that we have focussed too much on doing things right, instead of doing the right things. He lives with his family in Rotterdam, The Netherlands and enjoys a good work-out or padel match.

Robin is the Lead Product Consultant for the Dutch consultancy firm Navara leading and advising large project at clients in the utilties market, finance market and government. He specializes in Evidence Based Product Management, meaning the use of da... Show more

Onno van der Horst

Onno van der Horst

Solution architect in Boston that focuses on Data & AI Technology

Solution architect in Boston that focuses on Data & AI Technology Show more

Boran Seref

Boran Seref

Software Engineer focused on supporting large-scale software systems since 2015
Dedicated to streamlining processes, automation, configuration management.
Since 2019, I've been a proud member of RedHat's Platform team, serving as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Software Engineer focused on supporting large-scale software systems since 2015 Dedicated to streamlining processes, automation, configuration management. Since 2019, I've been a proud member of RedHat's Platform team, serving as a Senior Site Reli... Show more

Sheryn (Chirine) Knaider

Sheryn (Chirine) Knaider


Sheryn Knaïder, known as "The Disruptive Creator," is a professional who believes in unlocking solutions within challenges by embracing the power of perspective.

With a focus on transforming adversity into achievement and the need for constant reinvention, Sheryn emphasizes the importance of creativity and Problem Solving in navigating today's complex business landscape.

She applies her expertise in various ways: as a Multilingual Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Coach, Consultant, and Author.

Fluent in French, Italian, English, and Arabic, she excels in creative problem-solving, offering solutions to individuals and organizations seeking to thrive in challenging environments.

In addition to her professional endeavors, Sheryn is the Founding President of the Professional Speakers Association of MENA & GCC - PSA Arabia, where her mission is to give a voice to women in these regions and empower them to speak up.

She is also a stand-up comedian in both English and Arabic language.

Sheryn Knaïder, known as "The Disruptive Creator," is a professional who believes in unlocking solutions within challenges by embracing the power of perspective. With a focus on transforming adversity into achievement and the need for constant r... Show more

Yasith Weerasuriya

Yasith Weerasuriya

Yasith Weerasuriya, a key board member of the Celiac Disease Foundation, has dedicated over three decades to transformative leadership in higher education. Based in Irvine, CA, he has been instrumental in guiding Stanbridge University to a position of national recognition for its pioneering integration of technology in healthcare education.

Educated at Wichita University, renowned for its applied learning and research, Weerasuriya quickly recognized the potential for digital technologies to revolutionize the educational sector. He spearheaded collaborations with leading tech companies in Silicon Valley, integrating state-of-the-art digital tools into the academic offerings at Stanbridge.

As a co-founder of Executive 2000 Inc., which eventually rebranded to Stanbridge University, Weerasuriya was vital in establishing the institution as a leader in Information Technology, Security, and Optical Fiber training. His strategic foresight led to a significant partnership with Microsoft Corp., which enhanced technological access for community colleges across the U.S. during the Internet's formative years.

Under Weerasuriya’s leadership, Stanbridge University achieved institutional accreditation and expanded its curriculum to support an ever-growing student base. He ensured the university adhered to rigorous mission, curriculum, admissions, financial planning, and administration standards while enhancing the suite of student services to provide comprehensive educational support.

Moreover, Weerasuriya championed the creation of the Robotics and Intelligent Sciences Lab, which introduced groundbreaking robotic rehabilitation technologies and AI-assisted devices to the curriculum. This lab has significantly advanced the practical training of healthcare students, preparing them for the challenges of contemporary medical practice.

In addition to his academic leadership, he has shown a deep commitment to civic and corporate governance. He holds positions on various boards, including Discovery Cube Orange County and the World Affairs Council of Orange County. His dedication to community service is reflected in his leadership of initiatives like the outREACH Program and the Root for Change project, which focus on community engagement and environmental sustainability.

Yasith Weerasuriya’s extensive contributions to education and his unwavering dedication to community service have profoundly influenced California's academic and civic landscapes, affirming his role as a leader committed to advancing educational excellence and enhancing community welfare.

Yasith Weerasuriya, a key board member of the Celiac Disease Foundation, has dedicated over three decades to transformative leadership in higher education. Based in Irvine, CA, he has been instrumental in guiding Stanbridge University to a position o... Show more

William Moreno

William Moreno

Proud Salvadorean!, numbers driven person, Founder & CEO at the forefront of Tempest for almost two years now, 4 years experience in the Bitcoin business, BDM for crypto platforms, Industrial Engineer, SCM from MIT, ever since I got into the Bitcoin mining business I saw the profitability and scalability of it, and wanted to share that with everyone, ample experience navigating LATAM in search for lowest possible electrical costs to make our company as profitable as can be

On a mission on generating wealth for the masses, through Bitcoin!

Proud Salvadorean!, numbers driven person, Founder & CEO at the forefront of Tempest for almost two years now, 4 years experience in the Bitcoin business, BDM for crypto platforms, Industrial Engineer, SCM from MIT, ever since I got into the Bitcoin ... Show more

Marcelo Rosalen

Marcelo Rosalen

With over 20y of experience in IT and business, across high-tech companies like Microsoft, Oracle and Cisco, I'm a Principal Cloud Solution Architect for Dynamics 365 Customer Service and Contact Center at Microsoft. I leverage my pre-sales and post-sales skills to help customer globally to transform their customer experience engagement and service operations with Microsoft stack.

As a CRM and Contact Center SME, I work as a technical advisor for customers, partners and sales team to help then to realize value on D365 Contact Center solution and all the technical aspects on the Microsoft platform.

With over 20y of experience in IT and business, across high-tech companies like Microsoft, Oracle and Cisco, I'm a Principal Cloud Solution Architect for Dynamics 365 Customer Service and Contact Center at Microsoft. I leverage my pre-sales and post-... Show more

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