Energy & Basic Resources

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

Gautham Krishnadas

Gautham Krishnadas

Gautham's career spans applied research, full-stack data science, user-centric product design, project management and commercialisation.

An electrical and renewable energy engineer by education, he has a PhD in Applied AI and Smart Grids from the University of Edinburgh. Gautham has worked in the Smart Grid industry building AI capabilities from ground-up.

Since founding Dtime.ai he has been "harnessing data to make it a catalyst for positive change". Their flagship product Dtechtive is revolutionising the way data is being discovered and used.

Gautham's career spans applied research, full-stack data science, user-centric product design, project management and commercialisation. An electrical and renewable energy engineer by education, he has a PhD in Applied AI and Smart Grids from th... Show more

Lawrence Juma

Lawrence Juma

Jumalaw98, is an accomplished and passionate individual deeply involved in the tech community. Hailing from Kenya, Lawrence has made significant contributions and undertaken various roles that demonstrate his expertise and commitment.

With a strong interest in open-source software, Lawrence actively contributes to numerous projects on GitHub. His invaluable contributions showcase his dedication to advancing the tech community and fostering collaborative development.

Lawrence's impact extends beyond his technical abilities. He is an ardent advocate for women in tech and utilizes his positions as a community manager, social media manager, and designer at SpaceyaTech to promote inclusivity and equality within the industry. Lawrence's commitment to diversity highlights his desire to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

In addition to his involvement with SpaceyaTech, Lawrence takes an active leadership role in various tech communities. As a member of the LTS-tech-community and technical lead at Google Developer Students Club Kisumu National Polytechnic (GDSCTknp), he is actively engaged in community-building, organizing events, and nurturing aspiring developers. Lawrence's dedication to fostering growth and knowledge-sharing reflects his passion for mentorship and developer relations.

Lawrence's work as an events coordinator at the Nairobi DevOps Community and his role in the organizing team for Google Developer Group Kisumu (GDGkisumu) further exemplify his commitment to facilitating meaningful connections and valuable learning opportunities within the tech community.

Driven by a deep-seated desire for personal and professional growth, Lawrence is a hardworking and collaborative team player. His strong work ethic and willingness to assist others make him an invaluable asset to any project or organization.

As Lawrence Juma continues to evolve as a web developer and contribute to the tech community, his dedication, skills, and passion position him as a catalyst for positive change and advancement in the industry.

Jumalaw98, is an accomplished and passionate individual deeply involved in the tech community. Hailing from Kenya, Lawrence has made significant contributions and undertaken various roles that demonstrate his expertise and commitment. With a stron... Show more

Paweł Łaskarzewski

Paweł Łaskarzewski

Paweł Łaskarzewski is a seasoned, self-driven serial entrepreneur with a number of exits, and over two decades of experience spanning diverse sectors, including aerospace, fintech, AI, and biotech. He is the visionary Founder and CEO of Nomad Fulcrum, a groundbreaking project in the form of an Inflation-Resistant Stablecoin and RWA-secured DeFi protocol, presented as a Tokenized Fully Swiss-Regulated Hedge Fund. Micro, Macro & Crypto economy expert, DeFi maximalist, Mentor & Influencer.

Assisted numerous companies, including GameSwift, Animal Concerts, Nakamoto Games, Cookie3, and more. Moreover, he has been instrumental in integrating blockchain into traditional market businesses, collaborating with major players such as banks, gaming and entertainment sectors. As a hyperactive public speaker and fervent crypto evangelist, Paweł is a sought-after presence at major global conferences like NFT NYC, AIBC, Web Summit, ETH Events, Token2049, Zebu Live, Consensus etc. He is equally dedicated to local initiatives, regularly participating in events like Crypto Mondays, local community meetups, and engaging with audiences on platforms like Twitter Spaces, all in a bid to bring crypto and blockchain technologies to the masses.

Paweł Łaskarzewski is a seasoned, self-driven serial entrepreneur with a number of exits, and over two decades of experience spanning diverse sectors, including aerospace, fintech, AI, and biotech. He is the visionary Founder and CEO of Nomad Fulcrum... Show more

Walter Lee

Walter Lee

A passionate Clouds ☁️, AI/ML, Web, Kubernetes ☸, DevOps software 💻 engineer 👨‍🔧 from San Francisco 🌉, USA.

Google Developer Expert (GCP) fully certified in all 11x GCP certifications and passed all in the first attempts, Google Cloud Champion Innovator (Modern Architecture), Microsoft Certified Azure Trainer, AWS Community Builder, CKA/CKS. Certified in Terraform, 11xGCP, 3xAWS, 6xAzure, 5xOCI, 2xKubernetes, 4xCalico, Splunk, Istio, Envoy, Aviatrix, Argo CD, Chaos Engineering, Akamai, Redhat, Java, Oracle. Twilio Developer Champion, Calico Big Cat Ambassador, Google Dev Group SF Speaker, SF Python Speaker and Next 23 Speaker. Mentor, Coach, Writer, Speaker. 37k LinkedIn followers.

see bio at https://github.com/leewalter

A passionate Clouds ☁️, AI/ML, Web, Kubernetes ☸, DevOps software 💻 engineer 👨‍🔧 from San Francisco 🌉, USA. Google Developer Expert (GCP) fully certified in all 11x GCP certifications and passed all in the first attempts, Google Cloud Champion... Show more

Emmanuel Amoako

Emmanuel Amoako

Emmanuel has been a consultant and key account manager in the Dynamics / Business Central environment for over 12 years. Including more than 5 years active in the project business and responsible for holistic solution concepts. Emmanuel currently represents CKL Software GmbH as Partner Manager and Senior Consultant.

Emmanuel has been a consultant and key account manager in the Dynamics / Business Central environment for over 12 years. Including more than 5 years active in the project business and responsible for holistic solution concepts. Emmanuel currently rep... Show more

Pierre Neis

Pierre Neis

Fifteen years ago, coming from Lean Thinking and Portfolio Management, I jumped into the agile world with my entire body.
I went through more than 200 agile projects and contributed to several communities. Ten years ago, as a member of the PMI, I contributed to creating the PMI ACP Certification, which left considerable space for improvement.
Five years ago, I was asked by Mike Beedle to join his project on Enterprise Scrum. Unfortunately, Mike passed away, and I used my org development and behavioral analysis research to write my first book in 2020, "The New Normal: AO concepts and patterns of 21-st century agile organizations," and "Swarming X4" in 2021.
I'm a certified agile master coach with several agile certifications levels, still interacting with many initiatives on the evolution of work.
I don't distinguish between development and an executive committee of a global organization.
In 2014, I created Play14 (www.play14.org) with two colleagues, a global initiative on facilitation and serious games.
Even if I'm a full-time consultant, I'm still involved in Disciplined Agile with the PMI, with Open Eyes on the evolution of leadership, and with the ICF on agile coaching.
I’m an alumni of Boston Consulting Group and MIT.

Fifteen years ago, coming from Lean Thinking and Portfolio Management, I jumped into the agile world with my entire body. I went through more than 200 agile projects and contributed to several communities. Ten years ago, as a member of the PMI, I co... Show more

Isaac Johnston

Isaac Johnston

Isaac Johnston is a self-taught kiwi software engineer who has worked with Clojure(Script) for the past eight years and has a continuous self optimisation mindset. He is the owner-operator of Superstruct Ltd, a Clojure(Script) consultancy. Johnston is also the father of two incredible children, a 2 year old boy Amani ('peace and harmony' in Swahili) and 10 year old girl Keza ('beautiful' in Kinyarwanda). He is married to an amazing wife Sharon from Kenya.

Isaac Johnston is a self-taught kiwi software engineer who has worked with Clojure(Script) for the past eight years and has a continuous self optimisation mindset. He is the owner-operator of Superstruct Ltd, a Clojure(Script) consultancy. Johnston i... Show more

Matt Harrison

Matt Harrison

Matt teaches Python and Data Science. He has a CS degree from Stanford University. He is a best-selling author on Python and Data subjects. His books: Effective Pandas, Illustrated Guide to Learning Python 3, Intermediate Python, Learning the Pandas Library, and Effective PyCharm have all been best-selling books on Amazon. He just published Machine Learning Pocket Reference and Pandas Cookbook (Second Edition). He has taught courses at large companies (Netflix, NASA, Verizon, Adobe, HP, Exxon, and more), Universities (Stanford, University of Utah, BYU), as well as small companies. He has been using Python since 2000 and has taught thousands through live training both online and in person.

Matt teaches Python and Data Science. He has a CS degree from Stanford University. He is a best-selling author on Python and Data subjects. His books: Effective Pandas, Illustrated Guide to Learning Python 3, Intermediate Python, Learning the Pandas ... Show more

Kenyor Ntem

Kenyor Ntem

Biography of Kenyor K. Ntem

Introduction:

Kenyor K. Ntem is a highly accomplished computer engineer known for his exceptional coding skills and contributions to the world of programming. With a diverse skill set and a passion for technology, he has made significant strides in both competitive coding and real-world AI applications.

Educational Background:

Kenyor holds a prestigious degree in Computer Engineering, a testament to his strong foundation in the field. His educational journey also includes attending a computer institute after high school, where he honed his skills in computer appreciation and applications.

Professional Background:

Kenyor's professional journey is marked by remarkable achievements, including:

- Kaggle Champion: He has earned the title of Kaggle contest winner, showcasing his proficiency in data science and machine learning.

- Google Coding Competitions: From 2018 to 2022, Kenyor actively participated in Google coding competitions like Hash Code and Code Jam, consistently demonstrating his problem-solving prowess on a global stage.

- DSA Challenges on Leetcode: He continually sharpens his data structures and algorithms skills through challenges on platforms like Leetcode.

- AI Expertise: Kenyor has extensive experience in building AI models across various domains, including Natural Language Processing (NLP), Optical Character Recognition (OCR), Sentiment Analysis, and more. His contributions have pushed the boundaries of what AI can achieve.

- Coding Genius: Known for his deep understanding of programming concepts and multiple programming languages (Python, PHP, JS, C++, Assembly Language, and more), Kenyor has built libraries and tools for fun and innovation.

Hobbies and Interests:

Beyond the world of coding, Kenyor is a multifaceted individual with diverse interests. He finds joy in:

- Football: He enjoys playing football, combining physical activity with his love for the sport.

- Music: Kenyor has a deep appreciation for good music, which serves as a source of inspiration and relaxation.

- Coding: Coding isn't just a profession for him; it's a passion that he explores and nurtures daily.

Community Involvement:

Kenyor is not just a coding enthusiast; he's also a community leader and contributor. He leads Team-Africa in Google Hash Code competitions, fostering collaboration and innovation among aspiring coders. Additionally, he manages various open-source projects, including the popular "Kwickerhub."

Personal Values:

Kenyor holds strong personal values and beliefs. He believes in the existence of a single God, a supreme programmer who has been described in various ways throughout history. This belief in a higher power resonates with his profound appreciation for the intricacies of coding and technology.

Biography of Kenyor K. Ntem Introduction: Kenyor K. Ntem is a highly accomplished computer engineer known for his exceptional coding skills and contributions to the world of programming. With a diverse skill set and a passion for technology, he... Show more

Daniel Somerfield

Daniel Somerfield

With over two decades of software industry experience, I am committed to designing systems that help people live fulfilled, meaningful lives with access to the basic human needs of physical health and psychological safety. Over the years, I have come to believe that architecture is as much an organizational as a technical exercise and therefore must not only strive to be efficient but humane.

With over two decades of software industry experience, I am committed to designing systems that help people live fulfilled, meaningful lives with access to the basic human needs of physical health and psychological safety. Over the years, I have come... Show more

Mehmet Kayir

Mehmet Kayir

Mehmet Kayir is an Ex-Microsoft Solution Architect working as Professional Advisor for Microsoft Enterprise Customers. His focus is set on Power Platform Technology Stack incl. D365 Sales, CS, FS and Marketing (Customer Insights).

Mehmet Kayir is an Ex-Microsoft Solution Architect working as Professional Advisor for Microsoft Enterprise Customers. His focus is set on Power Platform Technology Stack incl. D365 Sales, CS, FS and Marketing (Customer Insights). Show more

José Antonio Quesada

José Antonio Quesada

Llevo en el mundo de los proyectos digitales desde el año 2001, tanto en empresas de producto (Grupo Castilla, Tecsisa) como en empresas de servicios de consultoría (Calibre 360, Leadclic).
En ambos mundos he tenido que lidiar con proyectos utilizando un amplio abanico de metodologías, y desde que en 2014 descubrí la Agilidad ya todo cambió.
Desde entonces he desarrollado el rol de Product Owner en distintas compañías y proyectos, colaborando con Tigalia desde el año 2020 donde imparto formación en distintas organizaciones que quieren aprovechar todas las oportunidades que brinda la agilidad.
Soy Licenciado en Ciencias del Trabajo, MBA por ESADE, además de estar certificado en PMP, Scrum Master, HR Agile, etc.

Llevo en el mundo de los proyectos digitales desde el año 2001, tanto en empresas de producto (Grupo Castilla, Tecsisa) como en empresas de servicios de consultoría (Calibre 360, Leadclic). En ambos mundos he tenido que lidiar con proyectos utilizan... Show more

Akorede Rasak

Akorede Rasak

Rasak Akorede is a renowned XR Developer, global speaker, and front-end web developer also the Co-founder of VRevolution, VirtualX, CyberVerse, NestVerse. With an impressive track record, Akorede has been at the forefront of the XR ecosystem, delivering groundbreaking experiences and pushing the boundaries of virtual reality. As a valued member of the esteemed Heads By Bnxn/Buju team, and having worked with Meta, Akorede has been instrumental in shaping the future of immersive technologies.

Rasak Akorede is a renowned XR Developer, global speaker, and front-end web developer also the Co-founder of VRevolution, VirtualX, CyberVerse, NestVerse. With an impressive track record, Akorede has been at the forefront of the XR ecosystem, deliver... Show more

Yutaka Kikuchi

Yutaka Kikuchi

He is a manager of a renewable energy startup besides a professor at Kochi University of Technology. One of his interests is to develop a new platform for developing distributed industrial systems with Nerves. He received his Ph.D. from Tokyo Institute of Technology for his work on no-imperative languages in 1996.

He is a manager of a renewable energy startup besides a professor at Kochi University of Technology. One of his interests is to develop a new platform for developing distributed industrial systems with Nerves. He received his Ph.D. from Tokyo Institu... Show more

Isaac Kenyon

Isaac Kenyon

“Isaac is a leader in the unique triad of outdoor adventure, sustainability and mental health and is one of the youngest endurance world-record-breaking eco-adventurers and international keynote speakers in the world. Isaac is different in that he is actively doing the experiences he talks about rather than a “has been”. Isaac is also a gifted science communicator, a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society of London and the Geological Society of London and a trustee chair for Mind mental health charity. Isaac is a sustainability leader and is a CEO and co-founder of Climate Explorers a community interest company with a mission to inspire action through sharing climate solutions. As an under 30, Isaac is one of the youngest international keynote speakers in the world which makes him very relatable to early career starters in companies and holds many world records in endurance adventure sports which in the outdoor industry is rare by such an age.

Isaac’s dominant speaking topic is building a high-performing team which focuses on relationship building, communication, finding a team’s common goal, 5 fundamentals to preparation, resilience built through adversity and adapting to change (good and bad). Most adventurers you will hear about are solo, Isaac not only assembles teams to overcome adverse challenges in the most extreme environments but also works with teams to fully fund the expeditions from sponsorship and overfund for charity. Isaac can share this expertise in a unique way that many people can't through adventures he has team led.

“I invited Isaac to come to talk to my team at a team building/thought leadership event we were running internally, to inspire the team and challenge their thinking. The talk delivered was exceptional and was thoroughly enjoyed by the team, who found Isaac's stories to be remarkable. As a high-performance team, this galvanised our efforts and captured our imaginations, with a real impact on our offerings and service to our clients. I cannot recommend Isaac highly enough and look forward to inviting him to speak again at future events.” – Thomas Rowson - Head of Events at Footprint Digital Marketing”

Isaac also covers mental health topics, specifically in improving productivity through a mental health-focused culture. Isaac has lived experience with mental health and shares heartwarming compelling personal stories of overcoming mental health battles. Isaac’s experience as a trustee for MIND mental health charity and general education (degree in mental health awareness and training in mental health peer support and mental health first aid) is also very educational for audiences. Isaac has used a TED talk to share how nature-based activities and regular exercise are vital for good mental health and strives to create a platform which encourages a healthy lifestyle balance by reconnecting with nature and learning through the challenge.

“Isaac was a keynote speaker at the East of England Mental Health in Sport & Physical Activity Conference that we organised. The conference was aimed at professionals and volunteers from across various sectors, seeking to share learning as to how sport and physical activity can be used to benefit people’s mental health. Isaac’s story was very much in fitting with this theme, adding good value to the event. It was great to hear Isaac draw on his own experience of managing his mental health and the positive impact being active, particularly when immersed in nature has had on this. Hearing about the amazing feats Isaac has achieved and the challenges he has completed was truly inspiring. Yet, all members of the audience could apply and benefit from elements of his mindset themselves, even if not planning on completing any world record attempts any time soon! It was a pleasure to have Isaac present at our conference and we hope to work with him again in the future.“ - Tom Horey - Project Officer for Health The Herts Sports and Physical Activity Partnership

In 2021 Isaac co-founded a pending B Corporation called Climate Explorers CIC which works to inspire and provide tools to enable environmentally friendly behaviour change and share climate solutions, in order to build a global community that is resilient and adaptable to the degrading three pillars of climate, biodiversity and human well-being, and actively works together to restore them. In Isaac’s journey as the CEO and founder of this purposeful organisation, he has learnt a thing or two about sustainability leadership and is able to share these lessons with companies/organisations who are actively working on embedding ESG principles in their organisational culture through engaging teams in this area. As an eco-adventurer, Isaac shares inspiring stories and case studies of recent successful world-first carbon-neutral expeditions and film productions.

“Huge thanks for this team-building talk, Isaac! Incredibly inspiring as I knew you would be. The team is very energised and ready to take on COP26!” – David Saddington - Head of International Nature Campaign COP26 at Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS)

Isaac pursues extraordinarily difficult environments for the purpose to grow by pushing his limits in discomfort and is an expert in not only securing sponsorship for expeditions and raising £millions for charity but more importantly assembling high-performance teams to overcome adverse challenges. Some of note are, completing a relay swim across the English Channel (no wetsuit) hailed as one of the world’s most difficult open water swims, summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro in 4 days fighting altitude sickness, breaking the World and British records for the lightweight longest solo continual indoor rowing machine row (83 hours with no sleep), rowed in a team across the Atlantic Ocean in 40 days through dangerous storms and 20ft-high harsh seas. Isaac is the first to cycle from Orkney to the Isles of Scilly over sea and land (yes that is cycling over the sea) in 14 days and is the first to run 218km between the three highest peaks in the north, mid and south Wales (Mt. Snowdon, Cadir Idris and Pen-y-Fan) over 4 days continuously.

“Isaac is brilliant, ambitious, fearless, and well accomplished. What makes Isaac one of the best motivational figures that I have come to know, is his ability to persevere, overcome and achieve an end goal no matter the sacrifices involved. He exudes these aspects of his personality through his ability to be influential in the lives of others, including mine.” — Niala Singh - Insurance Administrator - NAGICO INSURANCES

“Isaac is a leader in the unique triad of outdoor adventure, sustainability and mental health and is one of the youngest endurance world-record-breaking eco-adventurers and international keynote speakers in the world. Isaac is different in that he is... Show more

John Darrington

John Darrington

John Darrington has been working for the Idaho National Laboratory for the last five years. As the lead architect in the digital engineering department, he works very closely with those seeking to change the world through clean energy. John is a software engineer by trade, and has worked in that field for almost ten years. He has experience in delivering large scale products and leading various sized teams.

John Darrington has been working for the Idaho National Laboratory for the last five years. As the lead architect in the digital engineering department, he works very closely with those seeking to change the world through clean energy. John is a soft... Show more

Amélie Koran

Amélie Koran

Amélie E. Koran is currently the Senior Technology Advocate for Splunk and recently served as the Deputy Chief Information Officer and most recently as Chief Technology Officer for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General. However, Amélie’s path prior to today took her the long way around − through multiple industry sectors, academia, and the public sector. Her professional experience includes time spent at The Walt Disney Company, Carnegie Mellon University’s CERT/CC, Mandiant, The World Bank, Constellation Energy (now Exelon) and The American Chemical Society. She began her time in the public sector as Lead Enterprise Security Architect for the U.S. Department of the Interior, eventually moving on to lead Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation implementation for the U.S. Treasury Department. Amélie later spent time on a leadership development rotation as part of the President’s Management Council Fellowship serving the Federal CIO in supporting cybersecurity policy analysis and legislative review, where she took an active role in the government-wide Open Data Initiative and helped in giving “birth” to the United States Digital Service (USDS). She’s an ardent advocate for innovative approaches to hiring talent and rationally applying security strategies and technologies for the public and private sector.

In her free time she collects movie memorabilia, toys and LEGO sets and swims and bicycles for exercise and fun. She’s an avid motorcyclist, having ridden the Iron Butt 50CC Challenge in 2010 on her way to BlackHat and DEFCON. She volunteers at local security conferences, primarily BSides DC and BSides NoVA, but can also be seen at BSides Las Vegas and DEFCON as a Goon. She’s married to a wonderful spouse (also a techie) and became a recent parent to two precious kittens at the end of October. While working for Stan “The Man” Lee, she received her superhero nickname when helping move his personal comic book collection to the company vaults from his original home in the hills overlooking Hollywood. Her original foray into the Internet was in 1993, building one of the first 1000 websites ever, called the “Star Wars Multimedia Archive”, and then in 1996 built the preeminent film and television music website, SoundtrackNet, which she ran until 2012 when she sold it to focus more towards her main career. While she plays the drums, she’s not very good at them, but can at least keep time.

Twitter: @webjedi

Amélie E. Koran is currently the Senior Technology Advocate for Splunk and recently served as the Deputy Chief Information Officer and most recently as Chief Technology Officer for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspe... Show more

Andres Padilla

Andres Padilla

I am a passionate Microsoft Cloud Architect with over 20 years of experience focusing on analytics, streaming data, IoT and Azure Technologies. Along the way, I have been able to live in corporate IT, get dirty with big data, jump into the cloud and take a shot at the start-up world. I spend my days blending cloud architectures, business strategy, coding, influencing, designing, motivating and delivering solutions that live in the cloud. My goal is to constantly push myself, absorb different perspectives, inspire and be inspired, learn from every experience and create something exciting, awesome and new.

I am a passionate Microsoft Cloud Architect with over 20 years of experience focusing on analytics, streaming data, IoT and Azure Technologies. Along the way, I have been able to live in corporate IT, get dirty with big data, jump into the cloud and ... Show more

Vishek Pratap

Vishek Pratap

Vishek Pratap is a dedicated entrepreneur and avid learner with a strong passion for community building. With a vision to empower the youth in tier-3 cities, he strives to provide them with a platform to showcase their talents and unlock their full potential. As a professional, Vishek is highly engaged in the tech industry and actively participates in discussions on topics such as blockchain, cybersecurity, marketing, sales, and product development. His commitment to collaboration over competition sets him apart, as he believes that by working together, we can achieve greater success and innovation. With a deep understanding of the importance of community, Vishek leverages his expertise in community building to foster meaningful connections and create a supportive environment for growth. His strong communication skills and leadership abilities enable him to effectively engage with diverse audiences and inspire others to achieve their goals. In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Vishek enjoys sharing his knowledge and insights through tweeting and participating in discussions. His enthusiasm for continuous learning drives him to stay updated on the latest industry trends and share valuable insights with others. Vishek Pratap is excited to be a part of conferences and events where he can connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and contribute to the overall success of the community.

Vishek Pratap is a dedicated entrepreneur and avid learner with a strong passion for community building. With a vision to empower the youth in tier-3 cities, he strives to provide them with a platform to showcase their talents and unlock their full p... Show more

Kristen Delphos

Kristen Delphos

As a VP of Communications & Public Affairs at UL Research Institutes (ULRI), Kristen leads a team of passionate professionals who are committed to advancing ULRI's global mission: to create a safer, more secure, and more sustainable world. With over 18 years of experience in marketing and communications, Kristen has developed and executed innovative, integrated, and impactful strategies and campaigns that drive business objectives and stakeholder engagement across technology and energy industries.

Kristen has a strong track record of delivering in times of transformation, change, and uncertainty, leveraging her skills in media and public relations, digital marketing and social media, brand stewardship, change management, crisis management, and martech optimization. Additionally, she is a certified integrative nutrition health coach and a mindfulness-based stress reduction and workplace mindfulness facilitator, who brings a holistic and wellness-oriented approach to her work and life.

As a VP of Communications & Public Affairs at UL Research Institutes (ULRI), Kristen leads a team of passionate professionals who are committed to advancing ULRI's global mission: to create a safer, more secure, and more sustainable world. With over ... Show more

Jason Kelly

Jason Kelly

Jason Kelly is a tech entrepreneur with deep experience in applied autonomy and industrial AI. He is CEO of Fremont Robotics, a startup dedicated to automating dull, dirty, and dangerous tasks across manufacturing, energy, facilities management, and more.

Jason Kelly is a tech entrepreneur with deep experience in applied autonomy and industrial AI. He is CEO of Fremont Robotics, a startup dedicated to automating dull, dirty, and dangerous tasks across manufacturing, energy, facilities management, and ... Show more

Jean-Michel Daignan

Jean-Michel Daignan

From the energy sector's precision to the dynamic world of gaming, my journey has been anything but ordinary. Here's a glimpse into the path that has shaped me:
• Began career in IoT and the energy sector, leveraging data for innovation.
• Transitioned to the gaming industry, driven by opportunity and a passion for video games.
• Living abroad since 2016, enriching my professional and personal perspective.
• Focused on deploying machine learning in production, enhancing user experiences.

From the energy sector's precision to the dynamic world of gaming, my journey has been anything but ordinary. Here's a glimpse into the path that has shaped me: • Began career in IoT and the energy sector, leveraging data for innovation. • Transiti... Show more

Sami Alashabi

Sami Alashabi

I am a Solution Architect at Essent & an Associate Manager Data & AI at Accenture, with a passion to unlock value from data.
My main area of expertise lies within the fields of Big Data Analytics, Stream Processing, Cloud Architecture, Microservices and Integrations.
When not architecting or programming, I like to travel and enjoying quality time with family.

Contact and references:
sami.alashabi@essent.nl / sami.alashabi@accenture.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sami-alashabi/

I am a Solution Architect at Essent & an Associate Manager Data & AI at Accenture, with a passion to unlock value from data. My main area of expertise lies within the fields of Big Data Analytics, Stream Processing, Cloud Architecture, Microservices... Show more

Craig Haseler

Craig Haseler

Craig Haseler leads the technical team behind PARS, the Department of Energy's System of Record for Capital Asset Project Performance Information. With a background in software development and cybersecurity, Craig has led the expansion of PARS capabilities over the past several years as a new JSON upload format has been developed and the scope of the system has expanded. More recently, Craig and his team have spearheaded the Department of Energy's efforts to embrace safe, secure Artificial Intelligence tools to improve productivity and further the Department's mission.

Craig Haseler leads the technical team behind PARS, the Department of Energy's System of Record for Capital Asset Project Performance Information. With a background in software development and cybersecurity, Craig has led the expansion of PARS capabi... Show more

Mike Morley

Mike Morley

Bios:
Pete Tunkis is Lead Data Scientist with Arcurve’s Advanced Analytics team. He has over a decade of experience in data-driven research, analytics, and project management. His strengths lie in combining deep knowledge of research best practices with industry application, adapting to changing scenarios and quickly learning and understanding new skills and complex systems. Pete earned a Ph.D. in Political Science from The Ohio State University with a focus on behavioural analytics, and he brings with him a strong understanding in both statistical/machine learning approaches and qualitative research methodology. Before joining the Arcurve family, Pete worked in government, academia, banking, and insurance in Europe and the United States. Otherwise, he enjoys yelling at the TV when the Calgary Flames are losing and is always up for a game of darts.

Mike Morley is Director of AI/ML Strategy with Arcurve’s Advanced Analytics team. He developed his first knowledge system in 1986 and has been developing software designed to augment the abilities of people, organizations and industries ever since. Leveraging a degree in Geological Engineering, Mike has spent the past 25 focusing on addressing the needs of engineers, data scientists, and analysts across the Environmental, Mining, Oil and Gas industries with innovative software solutions and technology inventions. He is a sought-after speaker on the subject of innovation, data and machine learning as applied to environmental and engineering industries. He speaks at a range of forums and events including technical forums such as Data for Good, R Users Group, Women in Big Data and at executive events to provide strategic insight to executive teams on innovation and digital transformation strategies.

Bios: Pete Tunkis is Lead Data Scientist with Arcurve’s Advanced Analytics team. He has over a decade of experience in data-driven research, analytics, and project management. His strengths lie in combining deep knowledge of research best practices ... Show more

Christophe Villemer

Christophe Villemer

Christophe is an engineer entrepreneur passionate about creating value through collaboration. He has been involved in open source communities for 20 years also acting as an evangelist for numerous open source projects. At Savoir-faire Linux, he drives strategic and technological partnerships to develop new market, particularly those related to the Energy sector.
He is the main representative of the company to the Linux Foundation Energy where he plays a role of promotion and evangelist of the activities and projects. He actively participates in the development and success of the SEAPATH project, in which Savoir-faire Linux is very involved.

Christophe is an engineer entrepreneur passionate about creating value through collaboration. He has been involved in open source communities for 20 years also acting as an evangelist for numerous open source projects. At Savoir-faire Linux, he drive... Show more

Ben Watts

Ben Watts

Full stack developer and economist with a background in renewables

Full stack developer and economist with a background in renewables Show more

Nabile Khoury

Nabile Khoury

After spending 15 years in automotive safety critical software development and testing, I transitioned in 2022 to the innovative field of automated driving. My current role involves supporting our customers with cutting-edge technologies to help them test and homologate their ADAS/AD software stack in virtual environment.

After spending 15 years in automotive safety critical software development and testing, I transitioned in 2022 to the innovative field of automated driving. My current role involves supporting our customers with cutting-edge technologies to help them... Show more

Hamenyimana Ismaël

Hamenyimana Ismaël

GIS Specialist, Geologist.

GIS Specialist, Geologist. Show more

Xiaofeng Denton Peng

Xiaofeng Denton Peng

Xiaofeng Denton Peng is the innovative Chairman and CEO of SPI Energy Co., Ltd., headquartered in McClellan Park, California. Since 2016, Peng has led the company, transforming SPI Energy into a prominent player in the renewable energy market, focusing on solar power, battery storage, electric vehicles (E.V.s), and charging technologies. SPI Energy is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol SPI. Peng also serves as the CEO and Chairman of Phoenix Motor Inc., another NASDAQ-listed company specializing in designing and manufacturing zero-emission electric vehicles and charging systems in the U.S.

Peng's leadership extends across SPI Energy's strategic divisions, including SolarJuice, SPI Solar, Orange Power, and EdisonFuture/Phoenix Motor E.V., driving technological advancements and market expansion in domestic and international arenas. His entrepreneurial spirit and passion for sustainable energy solutions have positioned the company at the forefront of the renewable energy sector.
Before spearheading SPI Energy, Peng founded LDK Solar in 2005, a company renowned for its multicrystalline solar wafer production. He also established Suzhou Liouxin Industrial, Ltd. in 1997, serving as CEO until 2006, growing the company into a leading manufacturer of personal protective equipment in Asia.

Peng's academic achievements include earning a bachelor's degree in international business from Jiangxi Fenglin College of Foreign Economy and Trade and an executive MBA from the Guanghua School of Management at Peking University.

Committed to community involvement, Xiaofeng Denton Peng generously donates his time and resources to various organizations throughout the Bay Area, demonstrating his commitment to technological innovation in renewable energy and social responsibility.

Xiaofeng Denton Peng is the innovative Chairman and CEO of SPI Energy Co., Ltd., headquartered in McClellan Park, California. Since 2016, Peng has led the company, transforming SPI Energy into a prominent player in the renewable energy market, focusi... Show more

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