Dave has been working in the world of bookkeeping for more than a decade, first as the founder of The Kersting Group, and now as the founder and CEO of Capovario. His mission is to bring new life and energy to the types of business services people typically hate and avoid, including bookkeeping, accounting, insurance, finance, employee benefits, marketing, and more. Dave and the Capovario team work tirelessly to help business owners work on the parts of their business they love while his team handles the rest.

Dave has been working in the world of bookkeeping for more than a decade, first as the founder of The Kersting Group, and now as the founder and CEO of Capovario. His mission is to bring new life and energy to the types of business services people ty... Show more

My name is Matias, and i am a Microsoft Power Platform Architect specialising in governance, security, and enterprise adoption.

My passion lies in helping organizations unlock the full potential of Copilot Studio and the Power Platform—without compromising on compliance, resilience, or control.

With a background spanning business strategy, IT governance, and program management, I bring a methodical yet customer-centric approach to every engagement. I focus on balancing innovation with structure, ensuring that makers can create value while enterprises maintain the oversight they need.

My focus in creating collaborative environments where responsibility and teamwork drives success. Whether it’s designing environment strategies, implementing security frameworks, or enabling citizen development responsibly, I am committed to delivering solutions that are not only technically sound but also aligned with the customer’s perspective and long-term goals.

My name is Matias, and i am a Microsoft Power Platform Architect specialising in governance, security, and enterprise adoption. My passion lies in helping organizations unlock the full potential of Copilot Studio and the Power Platform—without co... Show more

Code hacker, cyclist, and blogger. I'm a pair programming evangelist. Locked on Vim motion key binds since 2007.

My highlight experiences involve performance and architecture. I built High Frequency Trading systems for years, processing millions of events per day.

I also worked in different domains and technologies including embedded systems, 3D printers, databases, web and mobile development.

Code hacker, cyclist, and blogger. I'm a pair programming evangelist. Locked on Vim motion key binds since 2007. My highlight experiences involve performance and architecture. I built High Frequency Trading systems for years, processing millions ... Show more

Daan van Berkel is a enthusiastic software tinkerer with a knack for presenting technical details in a clear and concise manner.

Daan van Berkel is a enthusiastic software tinkerer with a knack for presenting technical details in a clear and concise manner. Show more

Ivan Savu is the Co-Founder of VeloxDB, where he is developing a high-performance database solution. Before focusing on databases, he worked as a software architect in the energy industry building high performance solutions.

Ivan Savu is the Co-Founder of VeloxDB, where he is developing a high-performance database solution. Before focusing on databases, he worked as a software architect in the energy industry building high performance solutions. Show more

Elin has 10+ years of experience in the Analytics field, working as a data problem solver using SQL, python, ADF, Databricks among other tools.

Elin has 10+ years of experience in the Analytics field, working as a data problem solver using SQL, python, ADF, Databricks among other tools. Show more

Naresh Sigamani is a Director of Data Architecture with over 14 years of experience in data and analytics. Currently serving as Director of Data Architecture at Lovelytics/Nousot since May 2024, he also leads the SAP Databricks service line. Naresh specializes in guiding organizations through their data maturity journey and creating resilient, scalable data platforms.
He is recognized as an industry expert in the complex migration of SAP data to leading cloud platforms, including Databricks, Snowflake, BigQuery, Fabric, Synapse, and Redshift. His expertise spans enterprise data strategy, cloud solution architecture, and data engineering across various industries, including healthcare, consumer packaged goods, manufacturing, retail, and energy services.
At Lovelytics, Naresh heads initiatives that help enterprises modernize their data ecosystems by leveraging advanced analytics and cloud-native architectures. Previously, as CTO of Data Analytics at Eviden / Atos (2023–2024), he pioneered data practices to develop reusable solutions and accelerators that streamlined and enhanced organizational processes. He also led the data pre-sales team for North America and Canada, driving over $60M in business growth.
Naresh has led large consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies through the modernization of their data platform which supports $21 billion business, enabling them to derive greater business value and establish market leadership through advanced analytics-supported infrastructure. Notably, he has led significant projects such as the Wildfire Mitigation initiative, where he architected complex integrations across ArcGIS, SAP, and NMS systems and implemented the solution on Databricks with advanced geospatial functions.
His technical expertise is validated by extensive certifications, including Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional (2025), Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert, HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate, SnowPro Advanced Architect, and multiple SAP certifications. He holds a Master of Computer Applications from Anna University (2007–2010) and a Bachelor of Computer Applications from Madras University (2004–2007).
As a technical author, Naresh has contributed to industry knowledge through articles such as
“AWS Data Lake Accelerator for SAP” (authored with AWS team collaboration) and “Reimagine Your SAP Data Strategy using SAP BDC with SAP Databricks.” He is also an active speaker, sharing insights on enterprise data adoption and modernization strategies.

Naresh Sigamani is a Director of Data Architecture with over 14 years of experience in data and analytics. Currently serving as Director of Data Architecture at Lovelytics/Nousot since May 2024, he also leads the SAP Databricks service line. Naresh s... Show more

An accomplished Chief Information Officer with over a decade of progressive leadership across Washington State agencies. I currently lead enterprise technology for the Department of Natural Resources, setting strategic direction, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and guiding an 80-member IT team to deliver secure, innovative digital services statewide.

I have built my career on strengthening cybersecurity, modernizing infrastructure, and driving interagency collaboration. Prior to my CIO role, I served as Deputy CIO for Security, Operations, and Support at DNR, and earlier held leadership positions at the Employment Security Department and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. My experience spans IT governance, security compliance, enterprise operations, and strategic workforce development.

A collaborative leader and trusted advisor to executives and policymakers, I am known for aligning technology investments with mission priorities, building high-performing teams, and advancing technology as a strategic asset for public service.

An accomplished Chief Information Officer with over a decade of progressive leadership across Washington State agencies. I currently lead enterprise technology for the Department of Natural Resources, setting strategic direction, managing multimillio... Show more

Doudou BA is Senegalese, Founder and CEO of OneNine, a Swedish Startup focused on AI data infrastructure for low-resource (African) languages, supplying training data to AI tier labs such as OpenAI, Google, Meta, Anthropic... His vision: make AI truly global so anyone can communicate with technology in their native language.
He also serves as Operations Research Scientist at A.P. Moller-Maersk, building intelligent systems across 200+ countries. His PhD at Charles University Prague focused on deep learning for environmental modeling. Publications in Journal of Hydroinformatics (2025) and Journal of Hydrology and Hydromechanics.

more: https://www.doudouba.tech/

Doudou BA is Senegalese, Founder and CEO of OneNine, a Swedish Startup focused on AI data infrastructure for low-resource (African) languages, supplying training data to AI tier labs such as OpenAI, Google, Meta, Anthropic... His vision: make AI trul... Show more

I’m an experienced software developer and technical leader working in the software industry since 2004. My interests are in software architecture, functional programming, web development, DevOps, cloud computing, Agile, and much more.

I’m an experienced software developer and technical leader working in the software industry since 2004. My interests are in software architecture, functional programming, web development, DevOps, cloud computing, Agile, and much more. Show more

James is a software engineer with 30 years of SDET experience who runs Jaemzware LLC, a consulting practice focused on privacy-first, self-hosted solutions. He builds open-source alternatives to commercial services that run on infrastructure ranging from $15 Raspberry Pi hardware to production cloud deployments.
His philosophy centers on ephemeral design and zero-persistence architecture - if you don't store data, it can't be compromised, sold, or subpoenaed. Current projects include Stuffed Animal War (real-time communication platform), Analog Archive (self-hosted music streaming), and Skatepark Map (location-aware mapping system).
James is passionate about teaching accessible paths into technology, particularly showing that expensive infrastructure isn't necessary for quality personal services. He's presented at SeaGL and actively engages with privacy and self-hosting communities.

James is a software engineer with 30 years of SDET experience who runs Jaemzware LLC, a consulting practice focused on privacy-first, self-hosted solutions. He builds open-source alternatives to commercial services that run on infrastructure ranging ... Show more

I am a seasoned System Software Engineer and Data Science & Machine Learning Architect with over 18 years of experience in building software systems using Python, C/C++, and advanced scripting technologies. My expertise spans cloud computing, machine learning, embedded systems, and the design of high-availability and disaster-recovery solutions for enterprise SAN and server storage platforms.

In recent years, I have specialized in data science and data engineering on the AWS cloud, delivering scalable, production-grade analytics and AI solutions. I bring a strong blend of low-level systems engineering and modern AI/ML architecture, enabling me to solve complex, real-world problems across the full technology stack.

I am deeply passionate about data center sustainability and leveraging AIOps to drive carbon reduction, energy efficiency, and intelligent infrastructure optimization at scale.

I am a seasoned System Software Engineer and Data Science & Machine Learning Architect with over 18 years of experience in building software systems using Python, C/C++, and advanced scripting technologies. My expertise spans cloud computing, machine... Show more

Dr. Mansur Hasib is passionate about bringing out the inner greatness that exists in everyone. In 2017 at a ceremony in Austin, TX, (ISC)2 named him a “Rock Star” of cybersecurity for leading the implementation of the Master of Science in Cybersecurity degree program to serve almost 4,800 students globally. In 2018 the Global Cybersecurity Observatory based in Europe inducted Dr. Hasib into the Hall of Fame. In 2018 and 2019 SC Magazine awarded Dr. Hasib's program Best Cybersecurity Higher Education Program award. He also won the 2020 and 2017 Cybersecurity People’s Choice Award. He has 30 years of experience leading organizational transformations through digital leadership and cybersecurity strategy in healthcare, biotechnology, education, and energy. He served as Chief Information Officer for 12 years and has written the books Bring Inner Greatness Out: Personal Brand and Cybersecurity Leadership. His YouTube channel has 200+ videos and is free to Subscribe. Dr. Hasib enjoys bridge, table tennis, comedy, and travel and has been to all 50 states of the USA.

Dr. Mansur Hasib is passionate about bringing out the inner greatness that exists in everyone. In 2017 at a ceremony in Austin, TX, (ISC)2 named him a “Rock Star” of cybersecurity for leading the implementation of the Master of Science in Cybersecuri... Show more

Ed is a chartered accountant with over 25 years implementing finance systems for some of the biggest and smallest organizations in the world.
He is the founder and managing director of GK EPM an Oracle specialist consultancy.
Ed has experience running finance teams, managing large IT projects and delivering for the best Oracle partners.

Ed is a chartered accountant with over 25 years implementing finance systems for some of the biggest and smallest organizations in the world. He is the founder and managing director of GK EPM an Oracle specialist consultancy. Ed has experience runn... Show more

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative Risk.

He focuses on "translating" complex regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, GDPR, ISO 42001) into actionable architectures for engineering and business teams. Unlike traditional compliance officers, Hernan advocates for data-driven risk management, moving beyond "heatmaps" to utilize Monte Carlo simulations, convolution models, and Python-based risk quantification.

Hernan has led Risk, Control, and Audit functions for major multinational corporations across Europe and the Americas. He writes and speaks extensively on Adversarial AI, Algorithmic Auditing, and the financial quantification of Cyber Risk. Past keynote venues include Risk Awareness Conferences (>2,000 risk managers), IIA and ISACA Summits, ProcureCom Europe, IKN Madrid, IE University, and closed-door sessions for international organizations and national regulators. Hernan’s talks consistently rank in the top 5% of conference feedback scores because he makes complex security requirements, business needs and regulations feel like a competitive advantage.

Speaking Topics:

AI Governance: Implementing ISO 42001 and navigating the EU AI Act.
Risk Quantification: Why "Impact x Probability" fails and how to use convolution models.
Adversarial AI: Balancing transparency with security to prevent data poisoning.
AI ROI: Risk-adjusted financial modeling for Generative AI deployments.

Ready-to-Submit Talk Proposals:

Session 1: The Technical/Quant Talk

Title: Kill the Heatmap: Quantifying AI Risk with Python & Monte Carlo Simulations
Abstract: Most organizations manage AI risk using colorful 5x5 "heatmaps." This is mathematically flawed and dangerous for high-stakes AI deployment. In this talk, we will ditch the gut-check methodology. I will demonstrate how to use convolution and Monte Carlo simulations to model the "tail risk" of AI hallucinations and regulatory fines. You will leave with a method to calculate the actual financial exposure of your models—no expensive GRC software required, just math and logic.

Session 2: The Governance/Security Talk

Title: The Transparency Trap: How to Audit AI Without Creating Vulnerabilities
Abstract: New standards like ISO/IEC 12792 demand AI transparency, but in the age of Adversarial Machine Learning, "oversharing" is a security vector. If you reveal your full architecture and training sources, you invite data poisoning and model inversion attacks. This session outlines a "Tiered Disclosure Architecture." We will discuss how to route specific data to auditors, regulators, and users differently, ensuring compliance with the EU AI Act without handing the keys to bad actors.

Session 3: The Business/Strategy Talk

Title: The Real Cost of Intelligence: A Risk-Adjusted Framework for AI ROI
Abstract: Companies are deploying Generative AI based on productivity hype, but they are ignoring the "OpEx Iceberg"—model drift, inference costs, and liability reserves. This talk presents a financial framework for calculating the true ROI of AI. We will cover how to factor in the "Risk Delta" (new risks vs. automated risks), calculate the Levelized Cost of AI (LCOAI), and determine when to build vs. buy based on process uniqueness. A session for leaders who need to justify the cloud bill to the CFO.

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative ... Show more

Timoté is the CEO of dualoop, a consulting firm specialising in product management. He has spent the last 12 years shaping and building product teams in startups and scale-ups. Timoté now shares his knowledge with peers through advising, guest-lecturing, forums, workshops, and private coaching. Timoté is the author of "How to run interviews during product discoveries".

Timoté is the CEO of dualoop, a consulting firm specialising in product management. He has spent the last 12 years shaping and building product teams in startups and scale-ups. Timoté now shares his knowledge with peers through advising, guest-lectur... Show more

Ram Ghadiyaram is a seasoned Data Analytics & AI professional, mentor, and innovator with over 20 years of extensive software engineering experience in Big Data, Analytics, and Fintech. He has led major data initiatives at global financial institutions, consistently delivering transformative solutions that harness the power of large-scale data processing. Ram’s technical acumen is highlighted by his recognition as an Apache Spark , Scala Gold Badge award, reflecting his deep expertise in distributed computing and high-performance analytics. He also holds multiple gold badges on Stack Overflow, underscoring his commitment to technical excellence and community-driven knowledge sharing. Driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation, Ram continues to shape the future of Data engineering and AI in the financial sector and beyond.

Ram Ghadiyaram is a seasoned Data Analytics & AI professional, mentor, and innovator with over 20 years of extensive software engineering experience in Big Data, Analytics, and Fintech. He has led major data initiatives at global financial institutio... Show more

👋 I’m a tech enthusiast who loves building stuff, whether it’s teams, cloud infrastructure, or cool tools that actually work. Over the years, I’ve led IT, DevOps, and software projects across Europe with companies like Brumbrum, Aramis Group, and MotorK.

Right now, I’m diving into cybersecurity 🛡️, European cloud sovereignty ☁️🇪🇺, and even building AI-powered social listening tools. I’m also brushing up on my Spanish 🇪🇸 and taking French classes 🇫🇷, so bear with me if I mix up my “merci” and “gracias” 😅

I travel regularly to Madrid and Paris for work ✈️, and when I’m not fixing the internet, you’ll probably find me geeking out over historical coins 👑 or cooking up side projects to help small businesses grow.

Let’s connect,preferably over coffee ☕ or a beer 🍺!

👋 I’m a tech enthusiast who loves building stuff, whether it’s teams, cloud infrastructure, or cool tools that actually work. Over the years, I’ve led IT, DevOps, and software projects across Europe with companies like Brumbrum, Aramis Group, and Mo... Show more

Matt wrote his first program in Fortran on a card punch machine in the early 80s. He survived the experience and moved on to use Toolbook, Delphi, VB, and finally the .Net framework for the last 15 years. He still gets twitchy when someone mentions DCOM or CORBA and doesn't want to get into a discussion about where curly braces should go.

He is currently a Software Development Manager at Bally Sports focusing on Azure; previously he was a Senior Developer at Pandora Jewelry and a Lead Developer at Constellation/Exelon.

Matt wrote his first program in Fortran on a card punch machine in the early 80s. He survived the experience and moved on to use Toolbook, Delphi, VB, and finally the .Net framework for the last 15 years. He still gets twitchy when someone mentions D... Show more

Chris Hadnagy is the Founder and CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC. During Chris’ 19 years in information security, he created the world’s first social engineering framework and newsletter. He has also hosted the first social engineering-based podcast. Chris is the Founder, Executive Director, and Board Member, for the Innocent Lives Foundation, a nonprofit organization that identifies anonymous child predators and helps bring them to justice.
Having written five books on social engineering, Chris is also a well-known author. His most recent book, “Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You,” was released January 5, 2021.

Chris leads the way in educating people about social engineering. He created the world’s first Social Engineering Capture the Flag (SECTF) to raise awareness of this serious threat. Chris is also an Adjunct Professor of Social Engineering for the University of Arizona’s NSA designated Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO). And he also lectures and teaches about social engineering around the globe. Moreover, he was invited to speak at the Pentagon and other high-security facilities.

Chris works with some of the world’s leaders in scientific research for the purpose of acquiring a deeper understanding of social engineering. Notably, Chris authored a book with Dr. Paul Ekman regarding the use of nonverbal communication by social engineers.

Chris is certified as an Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), as well as an Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP). He is also the creator of the Social Engineering Pentest Professional (SEPP), Certified Ethical Social Engineer (CESE), and Master’s Level Social Engineering (MLSE), certifications.

Chris has consulted on security topics in many industries from medical, legal, manufactory, government and critical infrastructure.

Chris Hadnagy is the Founder and CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC. During Chris’ 19 years in information security, he created the world’s first social engineering framework and newsletter. He has also hosted the first social engineering-based podcast. Chr... Show more

Pirita Maarit Johnsen is an Agile Coach and Change Management expert at Eviny, one of Norway’s leading green energy and technology companies. She has guided numerous teams and organizations through complex transformations, combining Agile principles with structured change management practices to make change stick.
With a background as a LEAN facilitator, project manager, and team leader across multiple industries, Pirita brings a unique blend of strategy, structure, and people focus. She knows that successful change isn’t just about processes—it’s about people.

What can you expect from her sessions?
- Proven tools and frameworks for leading change processes
- Practical advice on reducing resistance and building engagement
- Real-world stories from Agile and organizational transformations
- Actionable takeaways to help you lead change with confidence

If you want to navigate change effectively and create environments where teams thrive, Pirita’s sessions will leave you inspired and equipped to make it happen.

Pirita Maarit Johnsen is an Agile Coach and Change Management expert at Eviny, one of Norway’s leading green energy and technology companies. She has guided numerous teams and organizations through complex transformations, combining Agile principles ... Show more

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

Anuj Agarwal is an Application Engineering Technical Lead at Vanguard, based in Melbourne, Australia. With 17 years of experience in the software industry, Anuj has worked across diverse domains including telecom, embedded systems, IoT, consumer electronics, banking, and financial services. His career spans multiple continents—India, USA, South Korea, Europe, and now Australia, giving him a rich perspective on multicultural collaboration and global delivery.

An engineering graduate with an MBA, Anuj is a lifelong learner who thrives on solving complex problems and driving customer-focused innovation. He has held roles ranging from developer and architect to technical lead, and has worked with clients like NAB, Telstra (Belong), Samsung, Nokia, Bell Labs, Itron, and Vanguard.

Anuj leads with a people-first mindset, believing that great teams are built on compassion, understanding, and effective communication. He’s deeply committed to quality, customer value, and going the extra mile to deliver meaningful outcomes. Known for his positive attitude, social nature, and spiritual outlook, Anuj brings warmth and clarity to every project he leads.

His mission statement:
"To drive innovation and deliver customer-focused solutions with an emphasis on continuous learning, leadership, and quality in a positive, collaborative work environment."

His top values include:
- Customer Focus
- Continuous Learning
- Innovation
- Accountability
- Team Collaboration

Anuj Agarwal is an Application Engineering Technical Lead at Vanguard, based in Melbourne, Australia. With 17 years of experience in the software industry, Anuj has worked across diverse domains including telecom, embedded systems, IoT, consumer elec... Show more

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "DataAccolade" and "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of experience, Nik started as a software developer and quickly specialized in data platforms, working extensively with Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Snowflake. He excels in designing and implementing backend data solutions across Synapse, AI, cloud data warehousing, and modern lakehouse architectures.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nnikkhah/

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "DataAccolade" and "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of experience, N... Show more

Nathan Nichols has spent much of the past decade shaping a meaningful path in the digital asset industry. His work connects entrepreneurship, financial insight, and leadership in emerging technologies like Bitcoin mining and blockchain infrastructure. Through persistence and careful decision-making, he has helped create organizations that link innovation with responsible business growth. His approach reflects a belief that technology, when guided by discipline and vision, can play an essential role in transforming modern financial and energy systems.

Nathan began building the foundation of his professional life at James Madison University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. During his studies, he maintained a strong academic record and served as class president of an accounting honor society. This experience shaped his leadership style and strengthened his interest in combining business strategy with technical understanding. His education provided the structure and integrity to guide his decisions throughout his entrepreneurial journey.

Nichols entered the world of entrepreneurship by co-founding a blockchain-focused company that offered innovative tax solutions. As chief executive, he raised significant capital and quickly guided the company’s valuation growth. His early success demonstrated his ability to unite financial strategy with technical development. The experience also taught him the importance of building teams, maintaining transparency, and creating sustainable growth models in an industry that still defines its long-term structure and value.

Nathan Nichols expanded his focus into Bitcoin mining and infrastructure development, helping establish one of North America's most extensive immersion-cooled mining operations. Under his leadership, the company achieved notable growth in production and profitability while creating opportunities for employees and contractors. His emphasis on energy efficiency and operational excellence helped set new standards in sustainable mining practices. He showed how business innovation could coexist with long-term environmental awareness by aligning performance with responsible resource use.

Nathan also dedicated time to public advocacy, promoting the benefits of blockchain and digital asset innovation at the policy level. He worked with state leaders to encourage fair regulations and greater understanding of how mining and blockchain can strengthen economic development. His efforts contributed to legislative progress that clarified the legal foundation for digital assets. Through this work, he demonstrated how collaboration between industry and government can foster responsible innovation and long-term stability.

Nichols later brought his experience into private equity and infrastructure investment. As a managing partner, he has helped oversee large-scale projects and build partnerships with global manufacturers. His investment philosophy is grounded in practicality—he views Bitcoin as a financial instrument and a model for efficient energy conversion. His thoughtful approach to capital allocation reflects a consistent belief that innovation should deliver measurable, sustainable value across industries and communities.

Nathan Nichols values a balance between professional dedication and personal fulfillment. He finds peace in photography, travel, and mentorship, and gives time to community programs that promote youth development and financial education. His work and personal efforts reflect a commitment to progress built on humility, consistency, and purpose. As he nears a decade in cryptocurrency, he continues to focus on contributing to technological advancement and the broader well-being of the communities he serves.

Nathan Nichols has spent much of the past decade shaping a meaningful path in the digital asset industry. His work connects entrepreneurship, financial insight, and leadership in emerging technologies like Bitcoin mining and blockchain infrastructure... Show more

Vara Bonthu is a Principal Technologist for Open Source – Data, AI & Kubernetes at AWS, and a CNCF Maintainer for the Kubeflow Spark Operator and MCP Server for Spark History Server. He leads the Data-on-EKS and AI-on-EKS open-source initiatives, helping organizations architect and scale distributed data and AI workloads on Kubernetes.
With hands-on experience managing Spark deployments across thousands of nodes and hundreds of thousands of pods, Vara focuses on performance optimization, workload resiliency, and AI-driven observability for cloud-native data frameworks including Apache Spark, Ray, and Kubeflow. He actively contributes to CNCF and open-source communities, advancing standards for scalable data processing, AI inference, and agentic AI systems on Kubernetes.

Vara Bonthu is a Principal Technologist for Open Source – Data, AI & Kubernetes at AWS, and a CNCF Maintainer for the Kubeflow Spark Operator and MCP Server for Spark History Server. He leads the Data-on-EKS and AI-on-EKS open-source initiatives, hel... Show more

Daniel is full stack developer with multiple years of experience. Since 2016 a Kotlin addict. Currently lead developer at Alliander. One of the biggest grid managers of the Netherlands.

Daniel is full stack developer with multiple years of experience. Since 2016 a Kotlin addict. Currently lead developer at Alliander. One of the biggest grid managers of the Netherlands. Show more

I'm a full-stack developer and product builder with a passion for turning complex challenges into elegant, impactful solutions. My journey in technology is driven by a desire to build things that matter, from founding a NASSCOM-funded tech startup incubated at IIIT Bangalore to architecting a diverse range of applications.

My toolkit is a blend of creativity and engineering. I leverage React, Next.js, and Flutter for dynamic user interfaces, build robust backend systems with Node.js and Python, and explore the frontiers of AI with TensorFlow and LLMs. This versatility allows me to not just write code, but to design, manage, and deliver complete products from concept to launch.

Beyond the code, I thrive in collaborative environments, a passion sharpened by competing in—and winning—multiple hackathons. I'm always excited to connect with fellow innovators and explore new challenges.

I'm a full-stack developer and product builder with a passion for turning complex challenges into elegant, impactful solutions. My journey in technology is driven by a desire to build things that matter, from founding a NASSCOM-funded tech startup in... Show more

Itunuoluwa is a data scientist who builds ML and AI-powered solutions that drive business value. She has experience developing and deploying machine learning models across various industries including marketing, telecoms, and financial services. Her experience extends into productionizing models and integrating them into existing enterprise systems and applications.
In her talk at this conference, Itunuoluwa will explore how Conversational AI can be leveraged to improve customer experience in the telecommunications industry. She will showcase the development of a customer service chatbot using hyperscalers and AI models, outlining the process of building and training the model. Attendees will gain insights into the potential of Conversational AI for improving customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and driving innovation.

Itunuoluwa is a data scientist who builds ML and AI-powered solutions that drive business value. She has experience developing and deploying machine learning models across various industries including marketing, telecoms, and financial services. Her ... Show more

A seasoned Data & AI leader currently managing enterprise-scale cloud transformation programs at Avanade Canada, a Microsoft and Accenture partnership. With over 6 years of experience, I specialize in driving end-to-end Azure Data Platform modernization — leveraging Azure Databases (SQL DB, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL), Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, Purview Data Governance, and Microsoft Fabric to deliver scalable, secure, and AI-enabled solutions.

My expertise spans technical solution design, hands-on Proof of Concepts, architecture workshops, and leading cross-functional teams through complex data migrations and AI adoption. I collaborate closely with executive stakeholders (CIOs, CTOs) to shape cloud data strategies that accelerate business outcomes and foster innovation.

As a manager, I balance deep technical acumen with leadership — empowering my teams to deliver production-grade solutions while driving customer success and strategic growth. I am passionate about leveraging Microsoft’s cloud and AI capabilities to help organizations unlock the full potential of their data.

A seasoned Data & AI leader currently managing enterprise-scale cloud transformation programs at Avanade Canada, a Microsoft and Accenture partnership. With over 6 years of experience, I specialize in driving end-to-end Azure Data Platform modernizat... Show more