Energy & Basic Resources

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

Chloé Garel

Chloé Garel

✨I help organisations move from strategy to execution as smoothly, efficiently and collaboratively as possible.

✨I help organisations move from strategy to execution as smoothly, efficiently and collaboratively as possible. Show more

Matteo Codogno

Matteo Codogno

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

Camilo Leon

Camilo Leon

Camilo Leon is a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS specialized on RDS SQL Server and based off San Francisco, California. Systems Engineer and Microsoft Consulting Services veteran with over thirty years of Software Development and IT Consulting experience working on challenging SQL Server engagements with Fortune 500 companies across the globe.

He works with AWS customers to provide architectural guidance and technical support for the design, deployment and management of their AWS relational database workloads and business applications. In his spare time, he enjoys mountain biking, photography, and movies.

Camilo Leon is a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS specialized on RDS SQL Server and based off San Francisco, California. Systems Engineer and Microsoft Consulting Services veteran with over thirty years of Software Development and IT Consulting e... Show more

Dr. Chhitiz Buchasia

Dr. Chhitiz Buchasia

Over the past decade, Chhitiz's career has spanned a wide range of roles - from software development, project technical lead, to customer support and IT consulting. He has been actively involved in the development of software solutions for end users, B2B customers and enterprise applications, including the Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and nobilia Fertigungsleitsystem (FLS). As a full-stack developer with a specialization in back-end architecture, he was responsible to create performant, scalable and efficient solutions.

Over the past decade, Chhitiz's career has spanned a wide range of roles - from software development, project technical lead, to customer support and IT consulting. He has been actively involved in the development of software solutions for end users,... Show more

Abelaïd Soilihi

Abelaïd Soilihi

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeux énergétiques, il aide les PME à structurer et mettre en œuvre des stratégies alignées avec les attentes réglementaires et les exigences du marché.

Son approche couvre les piliers de la RSE – environnement, social et gouvernance –, avec un focus particulier sur l’optimisation de la performance énergétique et la transition vers des modèles plus durables. Il intervient auprès des départements RH, QSE et marketing pour intégrer des pratiques responsables et optimiser leur impact. Il propose des missions stratégiques et opérationnelles, allant de la sensibilisation à la mise en conformité, en passant par l’élaboration de plans d’actions concrets.

En parallèle, Abelaïd partage son savoir en tant que formateur en RSE dans plusieurs écoles de commerce. Il enseigne aussi bien à des étudiants en Bachelor qu’en Master, en mettant un accent particulier sur les enjeux énergétiques et la transition écologique dans le cadre de la RSE.

Engagé dans des projets à impact, il est le fondateur de Tajiri Farm, une initiative qui promeut une agriculture durable grâce à l’intelligence artificielle. Ce projet vise à optimiser les ressources, améliorer les rendements et favoriser des pratiques agricoles responsables en s’appuyant sur les nouvelles technologies.

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeu... Show more

Patrick Fontana

Patrick Fontana

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

Oussama Elmerrahi

Oussama Elmerrahi

Oussama Elmerrahi is a data manager based in France with a deep commitment to sustainability-driven data governance. His work focuses on optimizing data quality, security, and compliance while integrating sustainable and ethical practices into digital transformation strategies. By leveraging innovative data solutions, he empowers organizations to make informed, decision-making, mitigate risks, and address the challenges of complex data environments.

With experience spanning diverse sectors, he has worked with leading companies such as Cargill, Renault, and Worldline, contributing to data science, industrial engineering, and sustainable technology projects. His expertise in robotics, industrial engineering, and leadership has enabled him to lead collaborative initiatives across teams, holding key roles such as chairman and section lead at IEEE.

As a youth global ambassador for the Internet Society 2025, he champions sustainable internet policies that promote digital inclusion, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Additionally, he is a public speaker and mentor with the Arqus European University Alliance, guiding students and young professionals to develop careers at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and data ethics.

Oussama is a passionate public speaker who shares insights on sustainability in data governance, ethical AI, and digital inclusion. He is available for keynotes, panels, and discussions that explore the role of technology and responsible data management in shaping a more sustainable and equitable future.

Oussama Elmerrahi is a data manager based in France with a deep commitment to sustainability-driven data governance. His work focuses on optimizing data quality, security, and compliance while integrating sustainable and ethical practices into digita... Show more

Gergely Csom

Gergely Csom

Data & AI expert with over 20 years of experience leading data warehousing, business intelligence, and AI initiatives across industries including Financial Services, Oil & Gas, Energy, and Transportation. A seasoned trainer, mentor, and frequent public speaker at industry events. Currently focused on building a best-in-class data team to support our clients' digital transformation journeys in the exciting era of Data and AI. Passionate about innovation—exploring Cloud and IoT through personal pet projects in my spare time.

Data & AI expert with over 20 years of experience leading data warehousing, business intelligence, and AI initiatives across industries including Financial Services, Oil & Gas, Energy, and Transportation. A seasoned trainer, mentor, and frequent publ... Show more

Blake Gilson

Blake Gilson

Blake Gilson serves as Operational Technology Cyber Security and Risk Manager at ExxonMobil, where he plays a key role in shaping and implementing the IT department's OT cybersecurity strategy. Blake earned a BA in Business Management Information Systems from the University of Houston, is an alumnus of the Department of Energy's OT Defender Program, and is an avid collector of GIAC certifications.

Blake Gilson serves as Operational Technology Cyber Security and Risk Manager at ExxonMobil, where he plays a key role in shaping and implementing the IT department's OT cybersecurity strategy. Blake earned a BA in Business Management Information Sys... Show more

Soulaiman Ghanem N/A

Soulaiman Ghanem N/A

Soulaiman is a senior software engineer, solution architect, and technical product manager with over 15 years of experience. He has been working for start-ups and enterprises in Germany, Switzerland and Belgium.

Soulaiman is a senior software engineer, solution architect, and technical product manager with over 15 years of experience. He has been working for start-ups and enterprises in Germany, Switzerland and Belgium. Show more

Sachin Bhakar

Sachin Bhakar

Sachin is responsible for designing the Open Source & AI strategy for the CSDI at Shell. 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 CSDI at Shell. 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 Te... Show more

Jitendrudu Lacaraju

Jitendrudu Lacaraju

Jitendrudu Lacaraju (Jeetu) is an experienced Geographical Information Systems specialist and a Senior Software Engineer at Timmons Group. Always on the cutting edge, Jeetu is continuously expanding his horizons to new technologies and currently works in the cloud on both AWS and Azure, assuming Senior Software Engineer and Solutions Architect roles. His day-to-day tasks revolve around developing serverless applications, implementing data engineering solutions, managing infrastructure such as code (IaC) and DevOps, developing containerized applications, and more.

His proficiency spans a wide spectrum, primarily focusing on the Geospatial domain utilizing ESRI and open-source GIS technologies. Whether it's spatial data management, processing, analysis, or application development, Jeetu's versatile skill set positions him as a reliable professional in the GIS domain in the field.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Jeetu finds joy in reading, traveling, sports, and outdoor activities.

Jitendrudu Lacaraju (Jeetu) is an experienced Geographical Information Systems specialist and a Senior Software Engineer at Timmons Group. Always on the cutting edge, Jeetu is continuously expanding his horizons to new technologies and currently wor... 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

Christopher Danz

Christopher Danz

I'm a highly ambitious and passionate Physicist turned Machine Learning Engineer, with extensive experience in healthcare AI projects and special interest in Explainable AI.

I'm a highly ambitious and passionate Physicist turned Machine Learning Engineer, with extensive experience in healthcare AI projects and special interest in Explainable AI. Show more

Timothy Shaw

Timothy Shaw

Tim works for a company in the energy sector, handling their IT and business application needs. He enjoys music, sci-fi, the occasional video game, and nerding out with math-based design solutions.

Tim works for a company in the energy sector, handling their IT and business application needs. He enjoys music, sci-fi, the occasional video game, and nerding out with math-based design solutions. Show more

Adolfo Contreras Sixto

Adolfo Contreras Sixto

Soy Ingeniero Industrial y estudiante de Maestría en Ingeniería Industrial con especialidad en Toma de Decisiones con Inteligencia Artificial. Apasionado por la analítica de datos, la nube y la automatización de procesos, formé parte del programa AWS re/Start. Actualmente desarrollo soluciones de IA aplicadas al análisis y optimización de decisiones empresariales.

Soy Ingeniero Industrial y estudiante de Maestría en Ingeniería Industrial con especialidad en Toma de Decisiones con Inteligencia Artificial. Apasionado por la analítica de datos, la nube y la automatización de procesos, formé parte del programa AWS... Show more

Arnaud Leymet

Arnaud Leymet

A dedicated Senior Solutions Architect & Staff Engineer with a proven ability to lead projects and drive software development initiatives. I thrive in dynamic environments, leveraging my strong technical skills, deep product knowledge and collaborative approach to drive innovation and deliver composable and impactful solutions.

A dedicated Senior Solutions Architect & Staff Engineer with a proven ability to lead projects and drive software development initiatives. I thrive in dynamic environments, leveraging my strong technical skills, deep product knowledge and collaborati... Show more

Michael S Dougherty

Michael S Dougherty

“Agile Mike” has over 30 years of experience with software development and product leadership. He is published under the “Built for Success” column in CIO.com magazine and held the position of Vice President in the Agile Leadership Network. Michael has taught multiple SAFe courses for over the past five years to over 1000 people + certified SAFe SPC6, AWS Cloud Architect, ICP-CAT (Coaching Agile Transitions), ICP-ENT (Enterprise Agile coaching), AHF (Agility Health Facilitator), Scrum CSP (Certified Scrum Professional), and PMP (Project Management Professional).

During the past seven years, Michael has led the Agile transition for a billion-dollar contract with the US Government and overseen an annual Portfolio of over $100 Million, consisting of over 80 engagements with over 30 Scrum Masters. Michael led and contributed to two AI initiatives, seven digital transformations, nine SAFe engagements, and coached over 20 clients.

Michael has spoken during multiple public events and co-wrote a book called, "Shift: From Product to People" available on Amazon.

“Agile Mike” has over 30 years of experience with software development and product leadership. He is published under the “Built for Success” column in CIO.com magazine and held the position of Vice President in the Agile Leadership Network. Michael h... Show more

Gerry Van Aken

Gerry Van Aken

Gerry Van Aken is an experienced sales and marketing professional with an impressive track record in the mobility and energy market. As Head of Sales & Partnerships at Eneco eMobility Belgium, he played a crucial role in the exponential growth of the Mechelen-based company, which grew from a team of three to 50 employees under his leadership.

With a sharp focus on the B2B and Home market, Gerry shaped and optimised Eneco eMobility's commercial strategy. His extensive experience in sales and marketing, gained at leading leasing companies such as LeasePlan and Alphabet, enabled him to build strong relationships with leasing partners and business customers. As a result, he managed to significantly strengthen the B2B and B2B2C segments within Eneco eMobility.

Thanks to his customer-centric approach and strategic insight, he not only achieved a stable customer satisfaction rating of 8/10, but also a consistent Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 20-30. This is testament to the successful organisation he helped build and the strong growth the company achieves every year.

Gerry Van Aken is known for his drive, entrepreneurship and strategic vision. With his leadership and expertise, he will continue to position Eneco eMobility as a forerunner in the market of sustainable mobility solutions.

Gerry Van Aken is an experienced sales and marketing professional with an impressive track record in the mobility and energy market. As Head of Sales & Partnerships at Eneco eMobility Belgium, he played a crucial role in the exponential growth of the... Show more

Andrew Hainault

Andrew Hainault

Andrew has over 25 years’ experience working in Information Security, Information Technology and Software Engineering, for public and private sector organisations in many sectors - including financial services / fintech, energy utilities, media, entertainment and insurance. With extensive application security and software engineering experience, Andrew has delivered secure SDLC programmes and penetration testing projects. He has designed and overseen information security programmes, enterprise-level cyber risk and incident response readiness assessments, as well as delivering board-level training.

After beginning his career at Capgemini, Andrew worked at Cassini Division before running his own consultancy. He joined Gotham Digital Science in 2014 and then Aon in 2016 after its acquisition of Stroz Friedberg. He has led the Security Advisory Practice in UK & EMEA within Aon since 2019.

Andrew holds CISSP-ISAAP, CSSLP, CCSP, CISM, CRTSA and SABSA certifications.

Andrew has over 25 years’ experience working in Information Security, Information Technology and Software Engineering, for public and private sector organisations in many sectors - including financial services / fintech, energy utilities, media, ente... Show more

Philippe Morisseau

Philippe Morisseau

Co-manager of the Microsoft center of excellence in the Atlantic community of onepoint, I coordinate a team of specialists on Microsoft technologies but not only...

We bring our expertise and support to our clients on the following topics:
- DevOps with Azure DevOps,
- Cloud with Azure,
- Modern Workspace with Microsoft 365,
- Data.

We also design and produce innovative application solutions around the cloud, DevOps, collaboration and data.

With more than 15 years of experience, myself, I bring my knowledge on:
- the Azure Cloud architecture,
- FinOps Azure expertise,
- DevOps expertise,
- Data architecture (ETL, Datahub),
- the design and development of heavy client and web .net applications,
- the agility,
- lean IT/Software Development and
- operation of OnPremise infrastructure.

I share my knowledge through:
- various training courses around the Azure cloud and DevOps,
- my blog https://pmorisseau.ineaweb.net/

Finally, i'm very proud to be recognized by Microsoft as a MVP (Most Valuable Professional).

Co-manager of the Microsoft center of excellence in the Atlantic community of onepoint, I coordinate a team of specialists on Microsoft technologies but not only... We bring our expertise and support to our clients on the following topics: - DevO... Show more

Chris Houdeshell

Chris Houdeshell

As Vice President of Engineering and Operations at EnergyCAP LLC, Chris is a driving force behind the company's research and technology innovation initiatives. With a deep passion for emerging technologies, Chris is committed to keeping EnergyCAP at the forefront of its industry.

What sets Chris apart as a leader is his people-first approach. He believes that technology should serve people and businesses, and he fosters an environment of positivity and professional development. Chris is known for his effective leadership style, which is characterized by positive reinforcement, support, and a hug.

Under Chris's leadership, EnergyCAP has experienced tremendous success, thanks in large part to his innovative thinking and ability to inspire his team. With a track record of driving results and a dedication to creating a positive and rewarding work environment, Chris is a valuable asset to any organization looking to stay ahead of the curve.

As Vice President of Engineering and Operations at EnergyCAP LLC, Chris is a driving force behind the company's research and technology innovation initiatives. With a deep passion for emerging technologies, Chris is committed to keeping EnergyCAP at ... Show more

Kristi Robison, IGP

Kristi Robison, IGP

Kristi is a a recognized leader and sought-after speaker in Information Governance and Technology, known for driving innovation, digital transformation, collaboration - and more recently, AI readiness and adoption. She has deep expertise in information governance, compliance, and Microsoft 365, and actively advocates for women in technology

Kristi was a Wyoming Woman Entrepreneur of the Year nominee in 2022 and 2023, a 2024 Member of the Year awardee from ARMA International, founded 2 non-profit organizations, and actively works to support Women in Tech. She has over 25 years' expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem. Since launching Paintrock Consulting in 2012, she has advised across Energy, Healthcare, Engineering, Financial, Big Pharma, Telecommunications, and Legal Services industries.

Kristi is a a recognized leader and sought-after speaker in Information Governance and Technology, known for driving innovation, digital transformation, collaboration - and more recently, AI readiness and adoption. She has deep expertise in informati... Show more

Steve Hughes

Steve Hughes

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a unique position to talk about accessibility in the workplace. He has been working with technology for over 20 years with much of that time spent on creating business intelligence solutions and helping customers implement leading BI and cloud solutions. He is passionate about using data effectively and helping customers understand that data is valuable and profitable. Steve and his daughter, Kristyna, post regularly about Power BI, data engineering, and workplace enablement at their blog at http://www.dataonwheels.com.

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a ... Show more

Caleb Duff

Caleb Duff

A dedicated and evolving Programs Lead and Software Engineer.

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

Minh Pham Huu Phut

Minh Pham Huu Phut

Business Analyst depuis 11 ans, d'abord chez Amadeus IT Group puis chez Sopra Steria, l'agilité fait partie de ma vie depuis près de 5 ans.
Passionné de nouveautés et de nouvelles technologies, je suis toujours partant pour essayer des nouvelles méthodes et progresser.

Business Analyst depuis 11 ans, d'abord chez Amadeus IT Group puis chez Sopra Steria, l'agilité fait partie de ma vie depuis près de 5 ans. Passionné de nouveautés et de nouvelles technologies, je suis toujours partant pour essayer des nouvelles mét... Show more

Anastasia Strizh

Anastasia Strizh

Anastasia Strizh is the Head of the Business Analysis Department at Exadel, where she leads a global team of over 80 Business Analysts across multiple regions. With more than 10 years of international experience, she combines a strategic mindset with a deep understanding of cross-cultural team dynamics.

Her professional journey includes managing EU-funded energy projects in Italy and driving industrial product development in China. At Exadel, Anastasia has designed and implemented key operational processes — from end-to-end employee lifecycle management to performance frameworks, bench strategy, and professional development planning. She was the architect behind a global Resource Management Organization that optimized staffing across the company, and launched an internal recognition ecosystem that significantly boosted team engagement.

Anastasia is known for building scalable, human-centric management systems that balance business needs with personal growth — and for turning process thinking into a culture driver.

Anastasia Strizh is the Head of the Business Analysis Department at Exadel, where she leads a global team of over 80 Business Analysts across multiple regions. With more than 10 years of international experience, she combines a strategic mindset with... Show more

Aaron Cruz

Aaron Cruz

Freelancing Elixir Developer. Hosts DreamClients podcast (https://podcast.dreamclients.io) about how freelance software devs can find better clients and streams Elixir dev on https://twitch.tv/Elixir_Bytes. Meetup organizing extraordinaire. Ex-cook. Ex-cheese-maker.

Freelancing Elixir Developer. Hosts DreamClients podcast (https://podcast.dreamclients.io) about how freelance software devs can find better clients and streams Elixir dev on https://twitch.tv/Elixir_Bytes. Meetup organizing extraordinaire. Ex-cook... Show more

Raquel Rodrigues Silva

Raquel Rodrigues Silva

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

Jaime Diego da Rosa

Jaime Diego da Rosa

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

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