Stella Smiljkovic is COO & Co-founder of Feedbacktime, where privacy-first technology drives human-centered transformation. Drawing from her experience in corporate innovation in the Automotive and Energy domain, she advises emerging tech leaders, startups and investment teams, drawing from over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. She combines her engineering expertise with strategic foresight to help organizations navigate digital transformation. Her current focus includes cybersecurity, ethical tech development, and building a safer internet.

Stella Smiljkovic is COO & Co-founder of Feedbacktime, where privacy-first technology drives human-centered transformation. Drawing from her experience in corporate innovation in the Automotive and Energy domain, she advises emerging tech leaders, st... Show more

Marine Corps Veteran, Storyteller, and Hackivist disrupting power-based violence through online access to education and community care with over eighteen years experience in the technical and operational program management of space and military intelligence federal contracts in the United States.

I made a promise to support and defend the United States Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. I take that VERY seriously, and will fight for your right to hate me. I will not, however, tolerate acts of violence directed at individuals for simply taking up space, acts of coercion through threats of violence, or any attempt at using violence as a way to maintain power. I will speak out and take the defense for any victim of violence (in all of its forms) and all individuals impacted by the use of power-based violence.

I believe in the power of storytelling energy as a renewable resource capable of magic, the kindness of strangers, and ability to overcome hardship through communal care. I use the arts of satire, drag, and boudoir performance to make light of extremely controversial and traumatic but historical events that surround United States Post World War II Military History.

Marine Corps Veteran, Storyteller, and Hackivist disrupting power-based violence through online access to education and community care with over eighteen years experience in the technical and operational program management of space and military intel... Show more

Adnan CEO Microspecialist Consulting and co-founder Cloud Infrastructure Architects is one of the worlds leading infrastructure experts Microsoft MVP , Microsoft Trainer (xRegional Lead in NL) and a actively involved in Microsoft Technical Experts Program's . Implementing and Architecting solutions with focus on Cloud and Hybrid Infrastructure and of course The Modern Workplace (EUC). As an international speaker & trainer he often spends his time flying around the globe consulting, teaching and speaking at IT community events. Follow him on twitter or other social media channels @Microspecialist

Adnan CEO Microspecialist Consulting and co-founder Cloud Infrastructure Architects is one of the worlds leading infrastructure experts Microsoft MVP , Microsoft Trainer (xRegional Lead in NL) and a actively involved in Microsoft Technical Experts P... Show more

With a background in Architecture and Development Tadeh has supported building large scale projects with diverse teams for over 10 years. By promoting open dialogue, systems thinking, and long term planning he has improved operational efficiencies in all his endeavors. He is a course author, trainer, and open source contributor as well as a speaker at national conferences in technology, architecture, design. He loves to talk about the new possibilities with technology and innovation at everyone’s disposal while building communities along the way.

With a background in Architecture and Development Tadeh has supported building large scale projects with diverse teams for over 10 years. By promoting open dialogue, systems thinking, and long term planning he has improved operational efficiencies in... Show more

Matthias is Lead Architect for E-Mobility at EnBW AG. With expertise in Domain-Driven Design, he shapes the IT landscape and team topologies for e-mobility. Despite his strategic focus, he stays close to the code with Java and Spring Boot, developing prototypes and performing refactorings. As a trainer, he has been teaching practical software architecture for years, bridging theory and project realities.

Matthias is Lead Architect for E-Mobility at EnBW AG. With expertise in Domain-Driven Design, he shapes the IT landscape and team topologies for e-mobility. Despite his strategic focus, he stays close to the code with Java and Spring Boot, developing... Show more

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

I’m a Senior Consulting Manager at Zühlke, where I help organizations navigate the complexity of product development and the application of new technologies like AI by bridging the gap between high-level strategy and execution/development. With a background in Industrial Engineering (BSc) and Product Management for Technology Products (MSc), I’ve made it my mission to transform ambitious ideas into seamless, integrated products that truly deliver value.

My work includes industries as diverse as industrial robotics, consumer products, automotive, and energy—proving that systems thinking in product development is not just a tool but a universal language for tackling complexity. Whether it’s optimizing connected products, or driving end-to-end innovation, my goal is to turn chaos into clarity.

At my core, I’m passionate about making systems thinking accessible, practical, and downright exciting. I’m here to challenge the status quo, inspire new ways of thinking, and show how embracing systems can lead to groundbreaking innovation.

I’m a Senior Consulting Manager at Zühlke, where I help organizations navigate the complexity of product development and the application of new technologies like AI by bridging the gap between high-level strategy and execution/development. With a bac... Show more

Andrew leads a small analytics team for a mid-sized automotive manufacturer, responsible for data integration, engineering, modeling, and visualization. The products in his team's stack include Azure Synapse Analytics, Fabric, and Power BI. He lives and works in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

Andrew leads a small analytics team for a mid-sized automotive manufacturer, responsible for data integration, engineering, modeling, and visualization. The products in his team's stack include Azure Synapse Analytics, Fabric, and Power BI. He lives ... Show more

Currently works as a Cloud Architect at msg, a leading IT consulting services company in DACH region. Has several years of experience in cloud infrastructure and data engineering consulting, including cloud migrations, Kubernetes-based data platforms, and serverless cloud projects. Driven by a genuine desire to share knowledge and help people and organizations build solutions that support their goals.

Currently works as a Cloud Architect at msg, a leading IT consulting services company in DACH region. Has several years of experience in cloud infrastructure and data engineering consulting, including cloud migrations, Kubernetes-based data platforms... Show more

Patrick – Expert in Holistic IT Architecture and Change Management

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

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

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

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

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

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

Matthias Rochtus, experienced public speaker and Data Scientist.
Main fields of expertise are Geospatial research, data engineering & CI/CD , Predictive Maintenance and Retrieval Augmented Generation (LLMs)

Matthias Rochtus, experienced public speaker and Data Scientist. Main fields of expertise are Geospatial research, data engineering & CI/CD , Predictive Maintenance and Retrieval Augmented Generation (LLMs) Show more

Igor is an expert in technical solutions and software engineering challenges with more than 15 years of industry experience. Being software engineer, technical lead, software architect and finally business leader for about 10 years in addition to engineering functions, Igor is actively engaged in solving client’s technical problems, facilitating business relationships and organizing technical supervision of client’s projects.

Igor is an expert in technical solutions and software engineering challenges with more than 15 years of industry experience. Being software engineer, technical lead, software architect and finally business leader for about 10 years in addition to eng... Show more

Antara is a multidisciplinary Cybersecurity Leader, Red Teamer, Strategist, and Product Innovator, known for delivering secure, scalable, and business-aligned solutions across BFSI and enterprise sectors. As SecureNexus Vertical Lead at XBiz TechVentures, she heads a 25+ member cybersecurity team and drives end-to-end execution of projects spanning red teaming, GRC audits, DevSecOps, cloud hardening, and application security.
She has conducted over 200 VAPT assessments across web, mobile, APIs, network, and cloud environments, and built platforms like ASM, SCA, and CSPM to shift clients from reactive to proactive security. Her expertise extends to phishing simulations, malware assessments, and incident response evaluations.
Beyond hands-on execution, Antara shapes business strategy by planning the annual cybersecurity roadmap, scaling service offerings, mentoring talent, and aligning internal processes to standards like ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, IRDAI, RBI, HIPAA, and NIST. She played a key role in achieving CERT-IN empanelment and in building proactive GRC maturity models with cyber risk scoring, threat profiling, policy authoring, and audit frameworks.
A respected thought leader and speaker at OWASP AppSec, DevSecCon, and InfosecGirls, Antara contributes actively to the security community via Medium and GitHub. Her leadership spans technical depth, client advisory, board-level risk communication, and enterprise-grade product development.
Her philosophy: “Security isnʼt a checkbox — itʼs a culture. And it must evolve faster than the threats it defends against.”

Antara is a multidisciplinary Cybersecurity Leader, Red Teamer, Strategist, and Product Innovator, known for delivering secure, scalable, and business-aligned solutions across BFSI and enterprise sectors. As SecureNexus Vertical Lead at XBiz TechVent... Show more

I'm a tech community architect and storyteller based in Nairobi, Kenya. Over the last five years, I've built and led vibrant communities—helping hundreds of developers, security enthusiasts, and innovators find their voice.

My passion is making complex DevOps and Infosec topics accessible, actionable, and fun. Whether I'm organizing events, creating content, or mentoring, I focus on building bridges between people and technology.

I'm a tech community architect and storyteller based in Nairobi, Kenya. Over the last five years, I've built and led vibrant communities—helping hundreds of developers, security enthusiasts, and innovators find their voice. My passion is making co... Show more

During my studies I discovered my enthusiasm for technology, innovation and programming. After a few years in larger corporations such as Continental and IBM, I moved to the IT service provider MaibornWolff. Today, I work there as a software engineer in agile teams designing various digital products.

https://www.eileen-fuerstenau.com

During my studies I discovered my enthusiasm for technology, innovation and programming. After a few years in larger corporations such as Continental and IBM, I moved to the IT service provider MaibornWolff. Today, I work there as a software engineer... Show more

Anmol Krishan Sachdeva, aka "greatdevaks", is an International Tech Speaker, a Distinguished Guest Lecturer, a Tech Panelist, and has represented India at several reputed International Hackathons. He is a Deep Learning Researcher and has about 8 publications in different domains.

In the past, Anmol has spoken at renowned conferences and tech forums like KubeCon, PyCon, Open Source Summit by The Linux Foundation, EuroPython, GeoPython, and got invited as a Chief Guest / Guest of Honour at various events.

He is an active conference organizer and previously has helped organize some of the most prestigious conferences like EuroPython, GeoPython & Python Machine Learning Conference, PyCon India, etc., and all of them were a huge success. He has done MSc in Advanced Computing (ML, AI, Robotics, Cloud Computing, Human Computer Interaction, and Computational Neuroscience) from University of Bristol, United Kingdom, and currently works at Google as a Senior Hybrid Cloud Architect.

He likes innovating, keeping in touch with new technological trends, and mentoring people. Additionally, his interest lies in Cosmology and Neuroscience.

Anmol Krishan Sachdeva, aka "greatdevaks", is an International Tech Speaker, a Distinguished Guest Lecturer, a Tech Panelist, and has represented India at several reputed International Hackathons. He is a Deep Learning Researcher and has about 8 publ... Show more

Ko Turk is a Software Architect, Java Engineer, and Community Lead with more than 15+ years of experience in development, architecture, speaking, and mentoring.

🦊 Voxxed Days Amsterdam conference organiser
👥 JUGLeader @CodeLabJUG
🫶🏻 JFall Programme Committee Member, DevoxxBE Community reviewer

🧑‍💻 Working @CodeLab, assignment @Rabobank.

🎤 Conference speaker, speaks about everything around Java (ok and Typescript 😄)

✍🏻 Loves to blog, and writing articles for the Dutch Java Magazine.

➡️ Website: http://koturk.nl/

Ko Turk is a Software Architect, Java Engineer, and Community Lead with more than 15+ years of experience in development, architecture, speaking, and mentoring. 🦊 Voxxed Days Amsterdam conference organiser 👥 JUGLeader @CodeLabJUG 🫶🏻 JFall Pr... Show more

PB has been in the industry for more than 20 years. His work experience includes companies like Universal Music, Deloitte, DNV and 10 years at Microsoft. Since 2010 he has worked on cloud solutions, focusing on hybrid cloud and integration. Working at Microsoft, Azure naturally became the cloud of preference, but he has great passion for technologies that enables systems to cooperate across different cloud providers. His primary focus is his delivery to client and mentoring colleagues.

PB has been in the industry for more than 20 years. His work experience includes companies like Universal Music, Deloitte, DNV and 10 years at Microsoft. Since 2010 he has worked on cloud solutions, focusing on hybrid cloud and integration. Working a... Show more

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

Molly Rupert-Sullivan is the Global Adoption Lead for one of the earliest and largest Microsoft Copilot deployments at Accenture. She also advises clients across industries and geographies on how to strategically position Copilot, who to engage and how to support them, how to minimize risk, and how to maximize value.

Molly Rupert-Sullivan is the Global Adoption Lead for one of the earliest and largest Microsoft Copilot deployments at Accenture. She also advises clients across industries and geographies on how to strategically position Copilot, who to engage and h... Show more

Shawn is passionate about harnessing the power of data strategy, engineering, and analytics in order to help businesses uncover new opportunities. As an innovative technologist with over 15 years of experience, Shawn removes technology as a barrier and broadens the art of the possible for business and product leaders. His holistic view of technology and emphasis on developing and motivating strong engineering talent, with a focus on delivering outcomes whilst minimising outputs, is one of the characteristics which sets him apart from the crowd.

Shawn’s deep technical knowledge includes distributed computing, cloud architecture, data science, machine learning, and engineering analytics platforms. He has years of experience working as a consultant practitioner for a variety of prestigious clients ranging from secret clearance level government organizations to Fortune 500 companies.

Shawn is passionate about harnessing the power of data strategy, engineering, and analytics in order to help businesses uncover new opportunities. As an innovative technologist with over 15 years of experience, Shawn removes technology as a barrier a... Show more

Victor Getz is really passionate about platform engineering and surfing. He likes to show things as they are, whether good or bad, from his projects.

As the Co-Founder & CTO of iits-consulting and has been active in software development for over 10 years. As a CTO & cloud architect, he has created a multitude of cloud architectures in recent years with petabytes of data or millions of daily users.

Victor Getz is really passionate about platform engineering and surfing. He likes to show things as they are, whether good or bad, from his projects. As the Co-Founder & CTO of iits-consulting and has been active in software development for over ... Show more

As a Lead Cloud Solution Architect at Orbit Cloud Solutions, I leverage over 25 years of experience and a broad range of Microsoft certifications, including being a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) for more than 8 years, to help clients achieve their cloud goals.
I lead application and data center migrations, as well as virtual desktop modernization projects, ensuring full alignment with the Microsoft Well-Architected Framework and the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF)/Azure Landing Zone principles.
I’m passionate about exploring modern technologies, understanding how they work, and applying them in real-world scenarios. My mission is to bridge the gap between cloud technologies and business needs, delivering solutions that are secure, scalable, and high-performing. I thrive on the challenge of solving complex cloud problems and take pride in empowering digital transformation for my clients.

As a Lead Cloud Solution Architect at Orbit Cloud Solutions, I leverage over 25 years of experience and a broad range of Microsoft certifications, including being a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) for more than 8 years, to help clients achieve thei... 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

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

Design Flow Creator, Transformers Petrobras Mentor, KMP-I, Design Thinker, LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator and Consultant at Petrobras

Design Flow Creator, Transformers Petrobras Mentor, KMP-I, Design Thinker, LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator and Consultant at Petrobras Show more

Contador Sênior na Petrobras, pós graduado em Gamificação, Engajamento e Marketing Digital. Atuo com inovação, soluções digitais e Projetos de Gamificação com foco em motivação e engajamento dos funcionários.

Contador Sênior na Petrobras, pós graduado em Gamificação, Engajamento e Marketing Digital. Atuo com inovação, soluções digitais e Projetos de Gamificação com foco em motivação e engajamento dos funcionários. Show more

Reconhecido entre os TOP 50 executivos em inovação e tecnologia pelo Inovatech 2024, Lauro tem mais de 15 anos de experiência em tecnologia e transformação digital. Graduado em Engenharia da Computação e com MBA em Gestão de Projetos de Software, consolidou sua carreira no Grupo Volvo, ocupando desde funções operacionais até papéis estratégicos em digitalização e TI.

Atualmente lidera um time de 80 pessoas, reestruturando equipes para maximizar entrega de valor e eliminar gargalos operacionais. Entre seus principais resultados, reduziu custos de nuvem em 10%, eliminou 3 aplicações legadas, reduziu o débito técnico em 83% e aumentou métricas de qualidade em 24 vezes. Também liderou iniciativas de IA generativa que impulsionaram as vendas do Grupo, enquanto reduzia a pegada de carbono da TI em 3 toneladas ao ano.

No braço de Energia da Volvo, criou um modelo de monetização para baterias de segunda vida e desenvolveu um sistema para maximizar a eficiência energética em eletromobilidade. Como Enterprise Architect, desempenhou um papel decisivo na liberação de investimentos milionários em tecnologia e inovação.

Sua liderança transforma TI em vantagem competitiva, garantindo que tecnologia e inovação acelerem os objetivos estratégicos do negócio.

Reconhecido entre os TOP 50 executivos em inovação e tecnologia pelo Inovatech 2024, Lauro tem mais de 15 anos de experiência em tecnologia e transformação digital. Graduado em Engenharia da Computação e com MBA em Gestão de Projetos de Software, con... Show more

Rob has over 15 years in technology, specializing in open source and developer enablement. As a Platform Architect for Toyota Connected, he enhances DevOps, SDLC, and SRE practices. He has led the creation of an internal developer platform, streamlined tool integrations, and promoted open-source technologies to reduce costs. Rob excels in fostering team collaboration, mentoring, and improving security, efficiency, and production readiness across projects.

Rob has over 15 years in technology, specializing in open source and developer enablement. As a Platform Architect for Toyota Connected, he enhances DevOps, SDLC, and SRE practices. He has led the creation of an internal developer platform, streamlin... Show more