Energy & Basic Resources

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

Jamel Abed

Jamel Abed

Jamel Abed is a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 Development and SharePoint, Senior Developer Advocate, and International Speaker with over 17 years of experience in architecting, building, and migrating enterprise-scale solutions.

He has successfully delivered projects across multiple industries, including Banking, Finance, Energy, Insurance, Healthcare, Aerospace, Defense, and Government, leveraging the full power of Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power Platform, Azure, and SharePoint Embedded.

As a Solutions Architect and Developer Advocate, Jamel is passionate about empowering developers, promoting clean code, and driving product adoption. He specializes in designing end-to-end solutions across the Microsoft ecosystem, transforming complex business requirements into secure, scalable, and efficient technology solutions.

Ranked #1 Global Speaker on CommunityDays.org, Jamel regularly speaks at international conferences on topics such as SharePoint Embedded, AI integration, and cost optimization for data management. He is also a community leader and mentor, dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration within the global tech community.

Jamel Abed is a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 Development and SharePoint, Senior Developer Advocate, and International Speaker with over 17 years of experience in architecting, building, and migrating enterprise-scale solutions. He has successful... Show more

Michaël Hompus

Michaël Hompus

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

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

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

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

Dennis Adolfi

Dennis Adolfi

With a strong passion for Sustainable Technology and Agentic AI, Dennis has been an active member of the Microsoft & Umbraco community well over a decade, writing hundreds of articles, tutorials, speaking at conferences, meetups, contributing to open source projects, youtube videos, podcasts, forums etc. for which he has been awarded 4x Microsoft MVP (Azure AI Foundry, Trustworthy AI and Developer Technologies), 7x Umbraco MVP, Top 3 Open Source contributor in Sweden 2024 and Top 5 Developers in Sweden 2023.

With a strong passion for Sustainable Technology and Agentic AI, Dennis has been an active member of the Microsoft & Umbraco community well over a decade, writing hundreds of articles, tutorials, speaking at conferences, meetups, contributing to open... Show more

Tiffany Songvilay

Tiffany Songvilay

Tiffany Songvilay is a powerhouse in modern workplace transformation and AI enablement. As the Global Tech Lead for Avanade’s Copilot Adoption Program and a key player on the North America Copilot Rapid Response Team, she’s helped enterprise clients go from “just testing” to “fully thriving” with AI—boosting productivity, collaboration, and digital know-how along the way.

A Copilot MVP and go-to advisor, Tiffany leads global teams, builds enablement and security frameworks, and hosts Prompt-a-thons that make prompt engineering feel less like rocket science and more like second nature. She’s a pro at showing off Copilot in action—whether it’s in Microsoft 365, SharePoint Premium, Viva, or Power Platform—and her sessions are known for being both insightful and refreshingly real.

From breaking down metadata extraction in SharePoint to helping teams master the new collab stack (hello Loop, Teams, and Copilot!), Tiffany brings clarity, energy, and a whole lot of credibility to every stage she steps on.

Outside of work, she’s a fierce advocate for women of color in STEM and a champion for diversity and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Her LinkedIn posts are packed with practical tips on prompt engineering, and she’s a fan favorite for making even the nerdiest topics fun. Oh—and when she’s not leading AI transformations? You’ll find her on a motorcycle or cuddling her senior rescue dog.

Tiffany Songvilay is a powerhouse in modern workplace transformation and AI enablement. As the Global Tech Lead for Avanade’s Copilot Adoption Program and a key player on the North America Copilot Rapid Response Team, she’s helped enterprise clients ... Show more

Richard Crane

Richard Crane

Hi, I’m Richard. I am the Co-Founder and CTO of MILL5. I live and work in the Boston area. I enjoy working on the bleeding edge of technology including AI/ML, IoT, Azure, SaaS, Mobile, and more. My goal is to inspire others to innovate using software.

Hi, I’m Richard. I am the Co-Founder and CTO of MILL5. I live and work in the Boston area. I enjoy working on the bleeding edge of technology including AI/ML, IoT, Azure, SaaS, Mobile, and more. My goal is to inspire others to innovate using softwar... Show more

Marco Dal Pino

Marco Dal Pino

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

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

Maik van der Gaag

Maik van der Gaag

Maik van der Gaag is the CTO of 3fifty, an experienced consultancy company with a strong focus on the Microsoft Cloud. He has over 15 years of experience providing architecture, development, training, and design expertise. During this, he has worked in various projects ranging from Cloud Transformations to DevOps implementations.

He loves to share knowledge, is a public speaker, writes blogs, and organizes events. Microsoft has recognized him as a Microsoft Azure MVP.

If you want to learn more about him or his expertise, check out his blog (https://msftplayground.com).

Maik van der Gaag is the CTO of 3fifty, an experienced consultancy company with a strong focus on the Microsoft Cloud. He has over 15 years of experience providing architecture, development, training, and design expertise. During this, he has worked ... Show more

Emanuele Fabbiani

Emanuele Fabbiani

Emanuele is an engineer, researcher, and entrepreneur passionate about AI.

After earning his PhD in time series forecasting and working as a guest researcher at EPFL in Lausanne, he is now co-founder and Head of AI at xtream, a company that applies AI to solve complex business challenges. xtream was acquired by TeamSystem in September 2025.

Emanuele is also a professor of AI at the Catholic University of Milan and has been a guest lecturer at Italian, Swiss, and Polish universities.

He has published 8 papers in international journals and contributed to over 30 international conferences, including AMLD Lausanne, ODSC London, WeAreDevelopers Berlin, PyData Berlin, PyData Paris, PyCon Italy, the Swiss Python Summit in Zurich, and Codemotion Milan.

Emanuele is an engineer, researcher, and entrepreneur passionate about AI. After earning his PhD in time series forecasting and working as a guest researcher at EPFL in Lausanne, he is now co-founder and Head of AI at xtream, a company that appli... Show more

Alec Harrison

Alec Harrison

I'm Alec Harrison, a Microsoft Azure MVP and software consultant specializing in cloud-native development, AI integration, and developer enablement. I lead several user groups, including the Iowa Microsoft Azure User Group, and I'm passionate about helping developers stay ahead of the curve with emerging tech.

I also host the Engineer in the Loop podcast and blog at EITL.ai, where I explore the intersection of AI, cloud, and real-world software engineering.

I'm Alec Harrison, a Microsoft Azure MVP and software consultant specializing in cloud-native development, AI integration, and developer enablement. I lead several user groups, including the Iowa Microsoft Azure User Group, and I'm passionate about h... Show more

Samuel Kehinde Ayo

Samuel Kehinde Ayo

Sam Ayo is a seasoned and highly skilled hands-on AI/ML engineer with years of experience in software, data, and AI consulting. He has a proven track record in the design, development, and deployment of machine learning systems, enterprise-scale data products, and multi-phased AI solutions.

With a background in economics, mathematics and AI, Sam Ayo is a 3-time AI hackathon winner and has been heavily involved in building ML solutions across various cross-industry fields, including Media & Advertising, IoT, Retail, and Energy.

Sam Ayo's expertise and achievements have earned him speaking opportunities at prestigious events. He was honoured by the Federal Minister for Digital Economy and Innovation, Dr Bosun Tijani at the National AI Strategy Conference 2024 in Abuja.

Sam Ayo has spoken at so many top AI conferences and workshops including AIFest, the Nigeria Computer Society [the global body for computer science in Nigeria, where he shared insights on the intersection of AI and business impact], DataFest, Data Science Conference Europe, OscaFEST, GDG DevFest, AWS westAfrica, including the Microsoft Student Learn Community, delivering a talk on leveraging AI for real-world applications to aspiring technologists.

In addition to these engagements, Sam Ayo has been a featured speaker at the Ehingbeti Summit for technology, a renowned conference that brings together thought leaders and industry experts to discuss technological advancements and their impact on various sectors. At the Ehingbeti Summit, Sam Ayo provided valuable insights into the transformative power of AI and data science in driving innovation and sustainable development.

As a versatile and dynamic professional, Sam Ayo is renowned for his results-driven leadership. He thrives on complex problem-solving, creating value streams across product delivery lifecycles, and delivering outstanding results that help companies take their data strategy from plan to prototype to profitability.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Sam Ayo is dedicated to knowledge sharing and collective growth. He actively engages in community mentorship, open-source development, meetups facilitation, technical writing, and research, contributing to the advancement of AI and data science.

With his deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and passion for sharing knowledge, Sam Ayo is a sought-after speaker and a valuable asset in driving innovation and success in the field of AI engineering and data science.

Sam Ayo is a seasoned and highly skilled hands-on AI/ML engineer with years of experience in software, data, and AI consulting. He has a proven track record in the design, development, and deployment of machine learning systems, enterprise-scale data... Show more

Denis Selimovic

Denis Selimovic

I am an enthusiastic Power BI user, Speaker, Power BI Super User, co-organizer of the Fabric User Group Switzerland and Microsoft MVP.

I work as Principal Consultant, trainer and mentor in the area of Business Intelligence in Switzerland.
I have been lucky enough to work with Power BI since its release in 2015 and gain experience in many interesting projects since the beginning. In my blog WhatTheFact.bi I write about everything related to Power BI, best practices, share tips and look forward to exchange with you!

I am an enthusiastic Power BI user, Speaker, Power BI Super User, co-organizer of the Fabric User Group Switzerland and Microsoft MVP. I work as Principal Consultant, trainer and mentor in the area of Business Intelligence in Switzerland. I have... Show more

Elena Drakulevska

Elena Drakulevska

I’m Elena, a Microsoft MVP, DataViz & UX Consultant, and international speaker on a mission to balance and clarity to the dashboard universe.

Through MoonStory, I help organizations flip their Power BI reports from cluttered and confusing to accessible, engaging, and actually delightful to use.

Whether I'm designing a report, leading a workshop, or speaking on stage, I bring a little magic, a lot of joy, and a deep belief that better data design leads to better decisions—and happier users.

I’m Elena, a Microsoft MVP, DataViz & UX Consultant, and international speaker on a mission to balance and clarity to the dashboard universe. Through MoonStory, I help organizations flip their Power BI reports from cluttered and confusing to acces... Show more

Joinal Ahmed

Joinal Ahmed

Joinal is an experienced Data Science professional with a interest on building solutions with quick prototypes, community engagements and influencing technology adoption. Brings strong technical understanding, experienced in managing cross functional teams of data scientists, data engineers, backend developers and SRE delivering end-to-end ML projects, recruiting and mentoring engineers across levels, streamlining ML & Data workflows for high performing teams, setting up best practices, and developing highly performant and reliable MLOps & Data platforms supporting end to end ml projects and analytics usecases.

Joinal is an experienced Data Science professional with a interest on building solutions with quick prototypes, community engagements and influencing technology adoption. Brings strong technical understanding, experienced in managing cross functional... Show more

Juliana Smith

Juliana Smith

Juliana Smith is a multi-award-winning IT Chartered Professional with over 15 years in tech. Since 2020 she specialised in Power BI and UI design, transforming complex project data into clear, accessible and actionable insights.

Through her blog Smart Frames and YouTube channel @AccessibleBI, Juliana shares valuable insights on developing more inclusive designs. By breaking down complex concepts into practical strategies, she makes data accessibility achievable for everyone, empowering individuals and organisations to create equitable, data-driven solutions.

Juliana Smith is a multi-award-winning IT Chartered Professional with over 15 years in tech. Since 2020 she specialised in Power BI and UI design, transforming complex project data into clear, accessible and actionable insights. Through her blog S... Show more

Estephani Rivera Jaramillo

Estephani Rivera Jaramillo

Soy Estephani Rivera Jaramillo, actualmente me desempeño como Senior Data Scientist en Protecta Security, donde lidero proyectos para automatizar tareas, procesos y actividades, permitiendo que una empresa tome decisiones basadas en datos y acompañándola en su camino a convertirse en una empresa data driven. Trabajo con Python, Oracle SQL, Qlik Sense Developer y RStudio. En lo que respecta a entornos cloud, estoy a cargo de la migración a AWS (S3, Glue, Athena). También he desarrollado y capacitado en modelos de ciencia de datos, incluyendo modelos de análisis y modelos predictivos, aplicando técnicas de machine learning (MLOps).

En lo que respecta a la Inteligencia Artificial, he trabajado aplicando Forecast y acompañando el proceso de la implementación de chatbots a través de intenciones. Además, disfruto de usar profesionalmente IA Generativa a través de Canva y otros programas que son muy útiles para acelerar tareas.

En mis tiempos libres, lidero mi comunidad Data Ladies para seguir apoyando en el empoderamiento de más mujeres en tecnología. También comparto información sobre data, analítica y ciencia de datos a través de mis redes sociales (Instagram: stef_9_18 y TikTok: @estephaniriveraja). Actualmente, estoy creando un ambiente dedicado a la consultoría y capacitaciones llamado Number9 y subiendo mis códigos a mi perfil de GitHub.

Soy Estephani Rivera Jaramillo, actualmente me desempeño como Senior Data Scientist en Protecta Security, donde lidero proyectos para automatizar tareas, procesos y actividades, permitiendo que una empresa tome decisiones basadas en datos y acompañán... Show more

Laze Janev

Laze Janev

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

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

Stephen Parkins

Stephen Parkins

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins.

Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity.

With a career spanning roles as an energy trader, global head of innovation, and startup founder, Stephen has worked with companies of all sizes—from nimble one-person ventures, to European scale-ups, to multinational corporations with over 100,000 employees.

As the founder of Culturedge, Stephen advises medium to large enterprises on building the structures and strategies they need to embed innovation, take manageable risks and achieve exponential growth.

Known for pushing boundaries and telling executives what they need to hear, Stephen has helped redesign flagship products like ABN AMRO Bank's Tikkie and established global innovation frameworks at organisations like SGS.

A polyglot and global citizen, Stephen has lived in five countries and speaks five languages, bringing an international perspective to every new challenge.

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins. Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity. ... Show more

Juho Nevalainen

Juho Nevalainen

Juho is the Executive CTO at Sofigate - the leading Nordic business technology company. With 15 years of experience in management consulting and digital development, Juho helps clients create continuous value and competitive advantage of technology and AI. Juho shares lessons learned from his experience in management consulting for IT management across industries and across the Nordics. He uses customer references and case examples to bring concrete stories around for the audience.

Juho is the Executive CTO at Sofigate - the leading Nordic business technology company. With 15 years of experience in management consulting and digital development, Juho helps clients create continuous value and competitive advantage of technology a... Show more

Paolo Caressa

Paolo Caressa

Formerly:
- Math BS+MS & PhD.
- Math researcher.
- IT consultant.
- Developer & quant @big bank.
- Project manager, technical consultant & writer @small sw house.
- Adjunct professor @"Sapienza" University (Rome).
- Instructor @Deep Learning Italia.

Currently:
- IT expert @GSE energy company.

Formerly: - Math BS+MS & PhD. - Math researcher. - IT consultant. - Developer & quant @big bank. - Project manager, technical consultant & writer @small sw house. - Adjunct professor @"Sapienza" University (Rome). - Instructor @Deep Learning I... Show more

Devang Shah

Devang Shah

Devang is a Principal Program Manager specializing in working on terabyte to petabyte-scale big data analytics projects in the EMEA region. He specializes in product innovation, product evangelization, community building, and product adoption strategies. With a strong educational and professional background in technology, software development, cloud adoption, and data analytics, he has spent the last decade advising clients on implementing large-scale and complex software systems, and data analytics solutions. Devang has been involved in producing training content, and tutorials for Microsoft Fabric experiences.

Devang is a Principal Program Manager specializing in working on terabyte to petabyte-scale big data analytics projects in the EMEA region. He specializes in product innovation, product evangelization, community building, and product adoption strateg... Show more

Chris Aleman

Chris Aleman

Chris Aleman is a seasoned Data Analytics Manager at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he leverages his expertise to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes.

His passion for data analytics extends beyond his professional responsibilities. As a Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate, a Co-Leader of the San Antonio Power BI User Group (PUG), and a speaker at Community Summit NA 2024 and Spark 2024, hosted by the Alamo Regional Data Alliance, Chris is actively involved in the data community, sharing his knowledge and experience.

When not immersed in data, Chris loves to travel with his wife, having explored 22 countries and covered over 61,000 miles together. Back home, they enjoy the company of their family of furbabies, including five cats, two dogs, a turtle, and too many fish to count.

Chris Aleman is a seasoned Data Analytics Manager at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he leverages his expertise to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes. His passion for data analytics extends beyond... Show more

Christian Andrade

Christian Andrade

PhD in Accounting and Finance from Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP), researching the impact of corporate governance distance on cross-border M&A performance, 11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years as CFO at Fumex Tabacalera (American subsidiary), and 4 years as CIO at CdF International(Dutch Company).

Has successfully led 5 cross-border M&A transactions, leveraging Microsoft Business Central (BC) for financial integration, valuation, and post-merger process harmonization. More than 100 ERP implementations in more than 20 countries.

Holds dual Master’s degrees (Management Science – University of Kent, UK, and Accounting – UFBA), an MBA in Corporate Finance (FGV), and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Computer Science (UFBA). Certified PgMP and PMP (PMI). Recognized for natural leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities, with high commitment, structured thinking, and excellent negotiation skills.

PhD in Accounting and Finance from Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP), researching the impact of corporate governance distance on cross-border M&A performance, 11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years as CFO at Fumex Tabacalera (Am... Show more

Jesús Aguirre

Jesús Aguirre

Passionate professional dedicated to building and growing collaborative tech communities, optimizing developer experience, and scaling platforms. As a CNCF Community Group Organizer for Cloud Native Panama, I actively contribute to this mission. My expertise lies in Java-based systems with a strong focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability. I'm deeply engaged in the CNCF ecosystem, driving innovation through practical cloud-native solutions.

Passionate professional dedicated to building and growing collaborative tech communities, optimizing developer experience, and scaling platforms. As a CNCF Community Group Organizer for Cloud Native Panama, I actively contribute to this mission. My e... Show more

Johnny Xmas

Johnny Xmas

Johnny Xmas, a prominent figure in the Information Security community since 2002, has been a dedicated contributor to public forums, sharing his extensive research and knowledge. Most notably recognized for his pivotal role in exposing the American TSA Master Key leaks (2014-2018), uncovering Venmo stalking vulnerabilities (2018), and being an overall nuisance.

Past experience includes being: Director of Cyber Training at security research firm GRIMM, defending against the automated abuse of web infrastructure with Kasada, and as the Lead Researcher on Uptake's Industrial Cybersecurity Platform. Before this, he spent many years in the field as a penetration tester, security engineer for a global Fortune 500 retail corporation, and Mainframe auditor and Systems Engineer for several IT asset recovery firms.

Today, Johnny continues to shape and elevate the Information Security landscape with his expertise and contributions as the President of the Burbsec Information Security Network and the Head of Offensive Security for a massive, global manufacturing and agriculture corporation.

Johnny Xmas, a prominent figure in the Information Security community since 2002, has been a dedicated contributor to public forums, sharing his extensive research and knowledge. Most notably recognized for his pivotal role in exposing the American T... Show more

Marlow Warnicke (Weston)

Marlow Warnicke (Weston)

Marlow is a Principal Cloud Engineer working on scheduling at SchedMD. She also is a chair for the CNCF Environmental Sustainability TAG. Marlow has expertise in resource management, the AI/ML Kubernetes cloud compute ecosystem, embedded systems, high performance compute system tools, kernel drivers, tracing libraries, and security. Marlow's interests lie in optimizing the cloud native ecosystem for both performance and sustainability.

Marlow is a Principal Cloud Engineer working on scheduling at SchedMD. She also is a chair for the CNCF Environmental Sustainability TAG. Marlow has expertise in resource management, the AI/ML Kubernetes cloud compute ecosystem, embedded systems, hig... Show more

Ana Inés Urrutia

Ana Inés Urrutia

Ana Inés Urrutia de Souza is a Microsoft MVP, AI for HR expert, and member of the Harvard Advisory Council. With a background in psychology and over a decade of experience in HR technology, she helps organizations modernize people operations using tools like Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Copilot. Ana is an international speaker, co-host of the D365 Community Call, and an active voice in the global HR tech space. Her work bridges strategy and implementation, with a focus on making AI practical, human, and useful

Ana Inés Urrutia de Souza is a Microsoft MVP, AI for HR expert, and member of the Harvard Advisory Council. With a background in psychology and over a decade of experience in HR technology, she helps organizations modernize people operations using to... Show more

Elliott Leighton-Woodruff

Elliott Leighton-Woodruff

Principal Cloud Architect and Microsoft MVP specialising in Azure and Infrastructure as Code for regulated industries.
With deep expertise in Azure architecture, platform engineering, and cloud-native technologies, I deliver solutions that strengthen compliance, unlock efficiency, and empower transformation.
I’m passionate about sharing knowledge, writing technical blogs, presenting at conferences, and mentoring the next generation of cloud professionals. I help teams and individuals build secure, auditable systems that drive real business outcomes in the UK and beyond.

Principal Cloud Architect and Microsoft MVP specialising in Azure and Infrastructure as Code for regulated industries. With deep expertise in Azure architecture, platform engineering, and cloud-native technologies, I deliver solutions that strength... Show more

Matteo Emili

Matteo Emili

Matteo Emili is a Director of Software Engineering at Avanade UK and Ireland, leading the talent in Software Engineering and always looking at new ways of applying technology to solve business problems.

He is a passionate Agile advocate and a technologist at heart, a Cloud Architect who is always driven by using technology as a vehicle for change and continuous improvement.
A Microsoft MVP since 2010 (currently in the Azure DevOps and GitHub category), he enjoys sharing back as much as he can with the worldwide technical communities – especially about Agile and DevOps.

He founded several User Groups around Europe and he is a regular speaker at meetups and conferences.

Matteo Emili is a Director of Software Engineering at Avanade UK and Ireland, leading the talent in Software Engineering and always looking at new ways of applying technology to solve business problems. He is a passionate Agile advocate and a tech... Show more

Niall McPhillips

Niall McPhillips

Niall McPhillips is an Oracle ACE Director and a member of Symposium 42. He has presented over 70 times at international conferences on different subjects including the use of Oracle technologies including APEX, ORDS, PL/SQL, REST, JSON, Oracle Text, SODA, Multimedia as well as on his experiences with the implementation of large APEX projects.

He has been using Oracle since 1989, has been using Oracle PL/SQL Web technologies since 1995 and Oracle APEX since 2005.

Niall has developed many large, multilingual applications for multinational companies and organisations all over the world. He is a strong believer in PL/SQL and APEX solutions because of their stability, scalability, and rapid development speed.

Niall McPhillips is an Oracle ACE Director and a member of Symposium 42. He has presented over 70 times at international conferences on different subjects including the use of Oracle technologies including APEX, ORDS, PL/SQL, REST, JSON, Oracle Text... Show more

Natalie Johnson

Natalie Johnson

Natalie Johnson is a renowned consultant, performance coach, and business motivational speaker with over three decades of experience transforming cultures worldwide. As the Co-founder and Chief Visionary of Vidl Work, Natalie specializes in optimizing organizational performance by increasing energy, fostering team connections, and developing courageous leaders.

With a background in human performance, including psychology, physiology, and resilience, Natalie is a sought-after speaker and trainer, known for her engaging, high-energy presentations. Her impactful work has earned her numerous accolades, including the Enterprising Women of the Year Award, Champion of Healthcare, and Business Leader Woman Extraordinaire.

Natalie's dynamic speaking style and expertise in topics such as intentional culture, leadership development, and effective communication have made her a respected figure in the business world. Her ability to inspire and empower audiences to achieve their full potential has made her a valuable asset to organizations seeking to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

Natalie Johnson is a renowned consultant, performance coach, and business motivational speaker with over three decades of experience transforming cultures worldwide. As the Co-founder and Chief Visionary of Vidl Work, Natalie specializes in optimizin... Show more

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