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

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

Ameel Sajjad is a Dubai-based entrepreneur, diplomat, and investor whose professional path has grown steadily across technology, real estate, and energy-related work. He spent his early years in the United Kingdom, where structured education and exposure to diverse environments helped him build an adaptable mindset. Over time, he used these experiences to shape a career that balances business responsibilities with a calm, practical approach to long-term progress in multiple fields.

Sajjad began working in the information technology sector, focusing on solutions that improved efficiency and supported transparent decision-making. As he gained experience, he entered the oil and gas trading industry at a young age, allowing him to witness firsthand how global markets operate. This early involvement strengthened his understanding of commercial environments and helped him appreciate how technology can support traditional industries through reliable systems and thoughtful integration.

Sajjad later expanded his work into real estate, concentrating mainly on opportunities within Dubai’s active and diverse market. His involvement includes residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments guided by careful planning and close attention to regulations. He emphasizes transparency, long-term value, and responsible investment practices. Through consistent strategy and steady engagement, he aims to create outcomes that support clients, strengthen partnerships, and contribute positively to the communities connected to his projects.

Ameel Sajjad also serves in a diplomatic capacity as Minister Counsellor for the Commonwealth of Dominica to the United Nations in Geneva. In this role, he participates in discussions related to sustainable development, humanitarian support, and international cooperation. His work includes engaging with governments and global institutions to encourage practical solutions to shared challenges. Through these efforts, he contributes to strengthening relationships that help advance national interests and support broader international goals.

Sajjad maintains a strong commitment to philanthropy, focusing on healthcare, disaster response, and community support. His contributions include helping secure portable hospitals to assist medical services in Dominica, reflecting his belief in initiatives that offer both immediate assistance and long-term benefit. Through travel and exposure to different cultures, he continues to learn from global perspectives. He values steady growth, ethical leadership, and meaningful impact that extends beyond business achievements and supports lasting improvements for communities and future generations.

Ameel Sajjad is a Dubai-based entrepreneur, diplomat, and investor whose professional path has grown steadily across technology, real estate, and energy-related work. He spent his early years in the United Kingdom, where structured education and expo... Show more

Ingeniero, Profesor y Emprendedor
Javier López es ingeniero en informática, MBA en IT y PhD. candidate. Actualmente trabaja como Senior Manager en Ingeniería Cloud en Deloitte y lidera los Sectores de Defensa e Industria; previamente pasó por Telefónica, BBVA, KMPG y Banco Santander. En su tiempo libre (y en sus horas de sueño) a fundado cuatro startups y co-organiza el MorcillaConf en Burgos.

Por otra parte, es Google Developer Expert en Cloud y cuenta con gran cantidad de certificaciones en diversas tecnologías.

Ingeniero, Profesor y Emprendedor Javier López es ingeniero en informática, MBA en IT y PhD. candidate. Actualmente trabaja como Senior Manager en Ingeniería Cloud en Deloitte y lidera los Sectores de Defensa e Industria; previamente pasó por Telefó... Show more

Although I am a Reputable Individual, I prefer to aid in the scientific education of college or university students and/or offer instruction and training to individuals to improve or develop their capabilities.

Although I am a Reputable Individual, I prefer to aid in the scientific education of college or university students and/or offer instruction and training to individuals to improve or develop their capabilities. Show more

Katongole Adam is a Civil Engineering student at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Uganda, and an emerging AI innovator passionate about building technologies that give African communities a voice in the digital age. Beyond his engineering studies, Adam is leading pioneering work in low-resource speech technologies, currently developing a Luganda text-to-speech (TTS) system designed to produce natural, intelligible voices for one of Uganda’s most widely spoken languages.

He is the President of the Mbarara University Engineering Society (MUES), a Mastercard Foundation Fellow, and a finalist at the IEEE Africa Entrepreneurship Summit, where he has pitched projects ranging from AgriTech solutions to AI-powered EdTech platforms. His work bridges technical innovation and social impact, with a strong focus on how AI can empower local languages, education, and entrepreneurship in Africa

Katongole Adam is a Civil Engineering student at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Uganda, and an emerging AI innovator passionate about building technologies that give African communities a voice in the digital age. Beyond his eng... Show more

Business Intelligence and Power BI Developer

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Working on a cloud-native transformation to bring a world where everything is wirelessly connected to the unconnected through the internet and accelerate learning curve using digital twins. I am working on cloud-native for 5G radio access networks, Open RAN, 5G broadcast, containerization/orchestration, CI/CD of 5G cellular networks and beyond, and cellular network optimizations. I worked on RF IC design (PLL, Mixer, LNA, High-Frequency Divider) and OpenAirInterface5G (Real-time emulation methodologies for Centralized Radio Access Networks), srsRAN, and Magma projects. Additionally, I am an individual contributor of Openairinterface, barista, sommelier, and a YouTube content creator: OpenAirInerface Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_8dQJotLFiNyOOkW92ahg
NSGA-III: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMgWIVOV9bJtIfIxQOYhOuw
Conferencia investigación e implementación de redes 5G en Colombia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORXGFfH7KuI

Working on a cloud-native transformation to bring a world where everything is wirelessly connected to the unconnected through the internet and accelerate learning curve using digital twins. I am working on cloud-native for 5G radio access networks, O... Show more

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

My main focus these days is building accessible, inclusive products and digital experiences for a variety of clients. I most enjoy working on projects that challenge me to learn something new and push me to grow as a developer.

When I'm not at the computer, I'm usually reading tech blogs, exploring new technologies, or learning about system design and architecture patterns.

My main focus these days is building accessible, inclusive products and digital experiences for a variety of clients. I most enjoy working on projects that challenge me to learn something new and push me to grow as a developer. When I'm not at the... Show more

✨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

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

Kay Grebenstein works as a test manager and agile QA coach for ZEISS Industrielle Messtechnik. In recent years, he has ensured quality and tested software in projects in various specialist domains (telecommunications, industry, mail order, energy, etc.).

Kay Grebenstein works as a test manager and agile QA coach for ZEISS Industrielle Messtechnik. In recent years, he has ensured quality and tested software in projects in various specialist domains (telecommunications, industry, mail order, energy, et... Show more

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help companies with the successful implementation of agile methods in project organizations and the improvement of software quality with agile QA methods.

Stephan Rossbach is the Founder and Principal Consultant at AGILE ANTS GmbH. He had his first contact with agile project methods ca. 20 years ago, when he participated in an Extreme Programing (XP) project. For many years he and his team help compani... Show more

Brian Fernandes has been working in Radio Frequency Design, Wireless Technology, High Speed Laser Communications, Radio Frequency System Design and R&D Innovation, for more than 25 years, with extensive knowledge and experience in the Radio Frequency and Microwave industry. Product Development from Concept to Manufacturing and R&D Innovation with participation in over 20 projects worldwide, with 36 Patents released and 2 patents pending, and 12 years of Leadership experience leading a diverse team of cross location RF designers. Brian is leading wireless R&D at Continental as Head of Wireless Communication Singapore, at the Architecture and Networking Systems Business Area, Singapore.
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Brian Fernandes has been working in Radio Frequency Design, Wireless Technology, High Speed Laser Communications, Radio Frequency System Design and R&D Innovation, for more than 25 years, with extensive knowledge and experience in the Radio Frequency... Show more

As an SMTS AI Software Engineer at AMD, I work on cutting-edge agentic AI, generative AI and LLM solutions across multiple industries. I have over 6 years of experience in AI, 2 years in cybersecurity, and 5 years in the energy industry. My aim is to empower AI developers and professionals with the software, code, and tools they need to succeed in their businesses.

As an SMTS AI Software Engineer at AMD, I work on cutting-edge agentic AI, generative AI and LLM solutions across multiple industries. I have over 6 years of experience in AI, 2 years in cybersecurity, and 5 years in the energy industry. My aim is to... Show more

A recent participant—a senior leader who has worked at Apple, Google, and Picsart—called Shannan's leadership offsite "hands down the best I've ever attended."

Shannan Scarselletta is a leadership and change expert who transforms Fortune 500 organizations through "a fun, neuroscience-backed, practical methodology that translates strategy into tangible behaviors." Over the past decade, her company has coached over 400 Fortune 500 leaders from the C-Suite to the front line, earning an exceptional 99% recommendation rate.

Shannan earned her degree in Philosophy at Cornell University where she was the Captain of the Women’s Basketball team, earning a trip to the 2008 NCAA Tournament. Shannan started her career as a change management consultant at IBM later moving to North Highland Consulting. Whenever Shannan wasn’t working, she was performing Improv at Second City and Upright Citizens Brigade in Los Angeles as well as iO and ComedySportz.

Shannan's nationwide Improv experience revealed what consulting lacked: the power of spontaneous, authentic connection. She founded ImproVision Consulting in 2015 to help leaders achieve their transformational goals by putting strategy into action—mastering powerful communication, adaptive thinking, and storytelling that inspires genuine change. Since then, Shannan has helped leaders all over the world from Utilities, Oil & Gas, Tech, Retail and Finance not only execute the change but be the change.

Rather than teaching leadership theory, Shannan creates leaders who thrive in uncertainty. Her memorable keynotes combine practical tools with interactive exercises, leaving attendees feeling inspired and equipped with concrete strategies for building high-performing teams and navigating complex challenges with agility and resilience.

Shannan lives in Houston with her husband Michael and two children. In her spare time, she enjoys perusing estate sales, teaching Improv classes and volunteering.

A recent participant—a senior leader who has worked at Apple, Google, and Picsart—called Shannan's leadership offsite "hands down the best I've ever attended." Shannan Scarselletta is a leadership and change expert who transforms Fortune 500 organ... Show more

Prakul Hiremath is a deep-tech researcher and founder of Bioloop, driving innovation at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent systems. His work spans GenAI, autonomous agents, and quantum-inspired models, with a focus on building ethical, open, and high-performance technologies. He’s a multi-time national innovation awardee and emerging global voice shaping the future of open, auditable, and responsible AI ecosystems.

Prakul Hiremath is a deep-tech researcher and founder of Bioloop, driving innovation at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent systems. His work spans GenAI, autonomous agents, and quantum-inspired models, with a focus on building eth... Show more

Frank is always on the move and he brings that same drive to the teams he works with. His passion lies in technology, and he stays closely engaged with the latest developments in Azure and .NET. But he also understands that technology alone isn’t enough. His strong aversion to inefficiency has made him a firm advocate for DevOps.

Over the past few years, Frank has been actively implementing DevOps practices at Luminis, helping teams embed these principles into their daily work.

His ambition goes beyond just writing code. As an architect, he focuses on helping clients improve efficiency through cloud-native solutions, always aiming for sustainable, long-term impact.

But having a good idea isn’t enough—you need to be able to share it. That’s why Frank enjoys speaking about his field, whether through blog posts or conference talks, actively contributing to the wider tech community.

Frank is always on the move and he brings that same drive to the teams he works with. His passion lies in technology, and he stays closely engaged with the latest developments in Azure and .NET. But he also understands that technology alone isn’t eno... Show more

As a self-taught product designer, over the past 4 years of my design career, it's been a fun and rewarding experience helping start-up and cross-functional teams globally design and build products across the Fintech, Social commerce, Entertainment and Transportation industries with an impact on over 100's of users.

Currently, I am part of the product team at Rafiki.works fostering growth opportunities for freelancers in Africa. In addition, as a Mentor at Na'amal, a UK-based non-profit organisation for social good, I provide mentorship training for refugees and individuals in underrepresented communities with skills training and mentorship needed to strive in the digitised global labour market in collaboration with the World Bank.

As a self-taught product designer, over the past 4 years of my design career, it's been a fun and rewarding experience helping start-up and cross-functional teams globally design and build products across the Fintech, Social commerce, Entertainment a... Show more

Rashi leads AI Engineering at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech startup revolutionizing sustainable energy financing. She orchestrates cross-functional teams across the globe, driving enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimize everything from customer engagement to loan processing and servicing.

Combining strategic vision with deep technical expertise, Rashi has pioneered AI-driven automation solutions, sophisticated risk assessment systems, and intelligent decision-making platforms that deliver tangible business outcomes through Generative AI and agentic AI platforms.

Before GoodLeap, Rashi led engineering teams at Yahoo, where she converted early challenges into notable successes, significantly expanding their advertising business. Her active involvement in engineering and leadership communities enriches her approach, seamlessly integrating technical innovation with strategic business transformation. Beyond her professional pursuits, Rashi is an enthusiastic world traveler who has explored over 40 countries, bringing valuable global perspectives to her leadership role.

Rashi leads AI Engineering at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech startup revolutionizing sustainable energy financing. She orchestrates cross-functional teams across the globe, driving enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimize everything f... Show more

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

Sachin is responsible for designing the Open Source & AI strategy for the DTO at an Energy Company. 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 DTO at an Energy Company. 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 H... Show more

Alireza Ghaderi is a PhD candidate in Aerospace Engineering, specializing in smart drones, drone swarms, and AI-driven systems for real-time pilot fatigue and awareness analysis. He is actively involved in multiple global drone projects, ranging from drone shows to IoT-based surveillance systems. Additionally, Alireza is working on his startup, Aware AI, supported by Funding-team, based in San Francisco, where he develops real-time awareness analysis using smartphones and wearables.

Alireza Ghaderi is a PhD candidate in Aerospace Engineering, specializing in smart drones, drone swarms, and AI-driven systems for real-time pilot fatigue and awareness analysis. He is actively involved in multiple global drone projects, ranging from... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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 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