Jennifer McIntyre is a leadership coach, speaker, and People & Culture strategist with more than 25 years of experience helping leaders unlock their most authentic and effective selves. With a career rooted in the life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics industries, Jennifer has partnered with leaders at every level to navigate complexity, build trust, and shape thriving cultures.

Known for her grounded, human-centered approach, Jennifer blends real-world experience with deep reflection to help leaders reconnect with who they are and how they want to lead. She has coached senior leaders through transformation, guided teams through change, and designed leadership programs that ignite clarity, confidence, and intention.

Jennifer holds a Master’s degree in Leadership from Northeastern University and is a certified Everything DiSC®, 5 Behaviors®, and CliftonStrengths® coach. Her work empowers leaders to show up with courage, lead with purpose, and create environments where people, and organizations, can truly thrive.

Jennifer McIntyre is a leadership coach, speaker, and People & Culture strategist with more than 25 years of experience helping leaders unlock their most authentic and effective selves. With a career rooted in the life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and ... Show more

I have nearly 7 years of experience working across various aspects of distributed systems, specializing in scalability, extensibility, and availability. I am proficient in building microservice-based software systems tailored to meet complex customer requirements. Currently, I am part of the Core Search platform team at Splunk, specifically Federated Search. My previous experience includes roles at Salesforce and Samsung Research. I hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Columbia University.

I have nearly 7 years of experience working across various aspects of distributed systems, specializing in scalability, extensibility, and availability. I am proficient in building microservice-based software systems tailored to meet complex customer... Show more

Philipp Kersting ist unabhängiger Green-IT-Berater. Er coacht Manager und Mitarbeitende in IT, Fachbereich und Controlling und setzt sich für geringere IT-Kosten und -Emissionen ein. Er ist ein sehr erfahrener IT‘ler, zertifizierter FinOps Practitioner und Auditor für den Blauen Engel für Software.

Philipp Kersting ist unabhängiger Green-IT-Berater. Er coacht Manager und Mitarbeitende in IT, Fachbereich und Controlling und setzt sich für geringere IT-Kosten und -Emissionen ein. Er ist ein sehr erfahrener IT‘ler, zertifizierter FinOps Practition... Show more

Cloud Solutions Architect - Engineering @Microsoft| Microsoft Certified Trainer Regional Lead @MSCanada| DevOps and automation enthusiast.

As an Cloud Architect, I have worked for many large compagnies in the IT field, designing and implementing Cloud Infrastructure Solutions, deploying & Operating S-SDLC PaaS platforms and third party vendors: SonarQube, Nexus Repository Manager, JFrog Artifactory, Nexus Lifecycle IQ, Checkmarx, Nagios, DefectDojo.

Since I joined Microsoft, I have been working to help the customers to align their cloud strategies with their business needs, unblocking their issues and milestones and acting as a trusted advisor for them.

“If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” – Henry Ford

Cloud Solutions Architect - Engineering @Microsoft| Microsoft Certified Trainer Regional Lead @MSCanada| DevOps and automation enthusiast. As an Cloud Architect, I have worked for many large compagnies in the IT field, designing and implementing C... Show more

Started with his C64 at age 11, Manu “Stuff” Carrasco Molina later became a Pro Software Dev after 3 years of CS. He started the first french podcast about Apple in 2005. Started developing for iOS in 2008. With Swift since 2014 and SwiftUI since 2019. He looks at visionOS on the side since 2023, waiting the revolution to arrive (or not). Most importantly, he has been actively involved in local politics with the Greens in Germany since 2011, sitting at various city and regional councils, and even trying to run for European Parliament. That `try` landed in the `catch` block though, but oh well, he learned ;-)

Started with his C64 at age 11, Manu “Stuff” Carrasco Molina later became a Pro Software Dev after 3 years of CS. He started the first french podcast about Apple in 2005. Started developing for iOS in 2008. With Swift since 2014 and SwiftUI since 201... Show more

Maria-Anastasia is a software engineer and a Microsoft IoT Most Valuable Professional (MVP). She currently works as a software engineer at BEWISE. She holds a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras.

Furthermore, she is also a PhD candidate at the University of the Aegean, having completed a Master's Program in the Didactics of Mathematics, Science, and Information and Communication Technologies in Education: Interdisciplinary Approach. Her thesis focused on designing and implementing an interactive digital book for teaching mathematics through programming. Her research interests include teaching and learning for the development of Computational Thinking (CT), the pedagogy of Information Technology, and the integrated educational approach of IT and Mathematics for CT development.

Maria-Anastasia has received four awards in international robotics competitions with the Robotics Club UoP. She is a frequent speaker at national and international technology conferences, and is also a blogger and co-host on the IoTeaLive Livestream. With seven Microsoft Certifications, she is dedicated to continuous learning in technology. Additionally, she has volunteered in various labs, technology conferences, and environmental clubs, reflecting her commitment to environmental concerns.

Maria-Anastasia is a software engineer and a Microsoft IoT Most Valuable Professional (MVP). She currently works as a software engineer at BEWISE. She holds a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras. Furthermo... Show more

Nishith Rajyaguru is a visionary technopreneur, passionate about harnessing cutting-edge technologies to craft impactful solutions for real-world challenges. With over a decade of experience driving innovation and operational excellence at leading product-based tech companies, he blends deep technical expertise with a commitment to solving pressing issues.

By leaving his corporate career behind to become a full-time entrepreneur, Nishith has pursued his passions and created innovative solutions that drive real impact. As the founder of TechnoFuzn Products Private Limited, he is dedicated to developing scalable, future-ready solutions that foster long-term, technology-driven transformations.

Nishith's work centers on empowering people and organizations to achieve their full potential. He has consistently delivered measurable impact, including leading a hackathon initiative that reduced build time by 70%, enabling teams to focus on higher-level innovation and creativity. He also reimagined a key product feature, reducing interaction time by 80% and unlocking resources for more strategic work.

Renowned for his bold and innovative approach to problem-solving, Nishith is reshaping the tech landscape with fresh ideas and forward-thinking solutions. Guided by a clear vision to create a more equitable, sustainable, and connected world through technology, he is dedicated to making a meaningful impact and leaving a lasting legacy in the tech industry.

Nishith Rajyaguru is a visionary technopreneur, passionate about harnessing cutting-edge technologies to craft impactful solutions for real-world challenges. With over a decade of experience driving innovation and operational excellence at leading pr... Show more

Mark has been working with Microsoft Business Applications since 2003 and has run practices of various sizes in multiple countries. He is the creator of the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge. He is a Business Applications MVP, MCT, Mentor and Speaker.

Mark has been working with Microsoft Business Applications since 2003 and has run practices of various sizes in multiple countries. He is the creator of the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge. He is a Business Applications MVP, MCT, Mentor and Speaker. Show more

I'm a software developer who loves architecture and constantly learning new things, I love to understand everything behind every kind of argument, even not related to the software environment.
I work to improve my knowledge of Cloud Systems and Kubernetes.
My expertise revolves around crafting innovative and green applications.

I'm a software developer who loves architecture and constantly learning new things, I love to understand everything behind every kind of argument, even not related to the software environment. I work to improve my knowledge of Cloud Systems and Kub... Show more

Smridhi Gupta is a Tech Analyst at Citibank specializing in secure LLM systems, RAG reliability, and AI evaluation frameworks. Previously a Research Intern at AIISC, she has authored six peer-reviewed publications spanning transformer-based medical imaging, enterprise AI, and applied machine learning research. Her work focuses on building trustworthy, production-ready AI systems that bridge research and real-world deployment. She is also a tech creator sharing insights on AI, development, and emerging technologies with a growing community of 6.5K+ followers.

Beyond research and engineering, she is the organizer of JS Community, where she has led 4+ offline tech events in the past four months in Pune, building a growing developer ecosystem with 350+ signups and an average footfall of 100+ attendees per meetup.

Smridhi Gupta is a Tech Analyst at Citibank specializing in secure LLM systems, RAG reliability, and AI evaluation frameworks. Previously a Research Intern at AIISC, she has authored six peer-reviewed publications spanning transformer-based medical i... Show more

Ankshita is currently working as a security engineer and has previously worked as a cybersecurity consultant in the paradise island of Mauritius, helping the biggest firms around the world implement strategic cybersecurity best practices and comply with the required standards. Before joining consultancy, she has worked in cybersecurity for approximately two years as a SOC analyst, thus gathering a rich hands-on experience on blue teaming tools and practices.

Ankshita has presented her cyber blue teaming skills at the DevCon2023, the biggest developers' conference of Mauritius organized by the MSCC and GDG Mauritius. She recently also spoke at the DevFest 2023 about introducing Golang to students.

Coming from a diverse background in Information Technology, Ankshita is familiar with development and programming in Java, Python, Javascript and Solidity. Her latest passion for learning narrows down to Golang which can be very effectively implemented in the field of cybersecurity as well.

During university years, Ankshita has also represented the Google Developers Student Clubs on her campus at the University of Mauritius and she had also been elected as the Huawei Campus Ambassador.

Ankshita is currently working as a security engineer and has previously worked as a cybersecurity consultant in the paradise island of Mauritius, helping the biggest firms around the world implement strategic cybersecurity best practices and comply w... Show more

Ryan leads the integration of Fluor Engineering's standard systems, tools and work process into a backbone of engineering data.

Ryan leads the integration of Fluor Engineering's standard systems, tools and work process into a backbone of engineering data. Show more

Anjaneya Turai is a technology strategist with over half a decade of experience in making artificial intelligence practical, ethical, and accessible. At South East Water, he leads AI initiatives that range from automation and analytics to the responsible adoption of emerging tools, ensuring that innovation is grounded in trust and transparency.

He has delivered AI engagement sessions across teams, spoken on podcasts about AI and ethics, and worked closely with professionals to explore how AI can drive efficiency and new opportunities. His projects span legal automation, client data management, generative AI for business, and advanced analytics, giving him a unique perspective on both the strategic and hands-on sides of AI.

Passionate about bridging the gap between innovation and responsibility, Anjaneya helps organizations unlock value from AI while keeping people, ethics, and real-world impact at the center of the conversation. Whether engaging executives, developers, or students, he brings clarity, curiosity, and practical insight into the fast-moving world of AI.

Anjaneya Turai is a technology strategist with over half a decade of experience in making artificial intelligence practical, ethical, and accessible. At South East Water, he leads AI initiatives that range from automation and analytics to the respons... Show more

JuanJo Ciarlante is a Principal Engineer at GrafanaLabs and Assistant Professor at Mendoza Uni. His industry experience includes working for Google as SRE TL, as well as other SRE roles at Canonical Ltd, and Bitnami.
His OSS journey started in 1998 when he contributed IP Aliasing support to Linux, and since then to several other OSS projects. He's particularly passionate about Cloud-y OSS projects like Kubernetes, Prometheus, Grafana, etc which made cloud computing accessible for the rest of us.

JuanJo Ciarlante is a Principal Engineer at GrafanaLabs and Assistant Professor at Mendoza Uni. His industry experience includes working for Google as SRE TL, as well as other SRE roles at Canonical Ltd, and Bitnami. His OSS journey started in 1998 ... Show more

I’m an IT Consultant with expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, OpenText, and Kore.ai solutions. I design and implement intelligent, secure, and automated workflows that enhance business performance and customer engagement.

My experience spans CRM consulting, SOC process automation, and AI-driven integrations using platforms like Jira Cloud. Passionate about helping organizations modernize operations through digital transformation, automation, and enterprise security.

I’m an IT Consultant with expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365, OpenText, and Kore.ai solutions. I design and implement intelligent, secure, and automated workflows that enhance business performance and customer engagement. My experience spans CRM ... Show more

Florence is all about making the digital world work for everyone, especially where technology, disability, and gender intersect.

Florence is all about making the digital world work for everyone, especially where technology, disability, and gender intersect. Show more

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In 2017, Tom Sherman discovered the 5th season of the year after nearly a decade of studying timekeeping and measurement systems. He then spent the next 3 years deconstructing the Gregorian Calendar and re-engineering a New Calendar system using modern math, science and logic that divides time evenly, precisely, and accurately, for the first time in the history of time. With humor, philosophy, and curiosity, Tom is able to expand your perception of reality and uncover new systems and patterns that are currently hiding in plain sight.

In 2017, Tom Sherman discovered the 5th season of the year after nearly a decade of studying timekeeping and measurement systems. He then spent the next 3 years deconstructing the Gregorian Calendar and re-engineering a New Calendar system using mode... Show more

Metalhead and Linux nerd that loves hacking, Cybersecurity, It-security and gadgets. Passionate about making the internet and the world secure. Almost 20 years experience within IT, worked as Developer, DevSecOps, Sysadmin you name it but always been working with security in some way. Runs my own company , Lysells Security and Tech AB, as of today within CyberSecurity and It-security.

Metalhead and Linux nerd that loves hacking, Cybersecurity, It-security and gadgets. Passionate about making the internet and the world secure. Almost 20 years experience within IT, worked as Developer, DevSecOps, Sysadmin you name it but always bee... Show more

With six years of experience with Microsoft services, and being Microsoft Innovative Educator, I am crazy about AI and innovative technologies ⚙️
Areas of Expertise:
Azure AI Services, GitHub, Power Platform, Internet of Things (IoT) and Programming. Practical knowledge in Virtual & Mixed Reality and Quantum Computing 💡

With six years of experience with Microsoft services, and being Microsoft Innovative Educator, I am crazy about AI and innovative technologies ⚙️ Areas of Expertise: Azure AI Services, GitHub, Power Platform, Internet of Things (IoT) and Programmi... Show more

I am a Senior Data Architect at ATC Drivetrain and the Founder of two ventures—Unimonk, an AI-powered education platform, and GoICure, a digital-first medical tourism solution. I’ve spoken at KCD Washington 2025 and will also be presenting at BazelCon, sharing my experiences in cloud-native engineering and secure data systems. At ATC Drivetrain, I design hybrid cloud architectures that integrate AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, and big data pipelines for mission-critical shopfloor operations, driving improvements in governance, scalability, and predictive maintenance. Through GoICure, I’m building intelligent, compliance-ready platforms for cross-border healthcare, while Unimonk is focused on transforming education and university admissions through automation and AI. With a Master’s in Data Science from the University of Texas at Dallas and a strong foundation in distributed systems, MLOps, and secure data engineering, I bring both enterprise experience and entrepreneurial innovation to solving real-world problems at scale.

I am a Senior Data Architect at ATC Drivetrain and the Founder of two ventures—Unimonk, an AI-powered education platform, and GoICure, a digital-first medical tourism solution. I’ve spoken at KCD Washington 2025 and will also be presenting at BazelCo... Show more

I'm Robert Azeem Jackson III, an Afrofuturist cultural strategist and data scientist, and founder of Cypher, a data sovereignty studio. I help founders and community entrepreneurs, and the municipal leaders who back them, build portable memory systems: systems that travel from one city to the next and stay owned by the people who built them. My clients learn to own the data their communities already hold, govern it on their own terms, and turn it into funding, infrastructure, and wealth that no platform can hold hostage. They walk in sitting on a story they can't prove and an asset that keeps getting overlooked in the rooms where money moves. They walk out owning it. In Moorestown, one elder's story became more than $350,000 in municipal and state funding for a neighborhood park. Since 2021, Cypher has helped partners raise over $1.5M and save more than $400K on compliance. The pain I help them avoid is the quiet one, watching their memory get extracted, digitized, and sold by someone else while they inherit nothing. The goal is sovereignty: a community that owns its story, carries it wherever it goes, and gets paid to keep it.

I'm Robert Azeem Jackson III, an Afrofuturist cultural strategist and data scientist, and founder of Cypher, a data sovereignty studio. I help founders and community entrepreneurs, and the municipal leaders who back them, build portable memory system... Show more

I am a Marketing and Digital Strategy professional with over seven years of experience in banking, sales, and digital marketing. I specializes in customer engagement, brand growth, and leveraging digital tools to drive business results.

I have worked with organizations such as the Institute of Environmental Assessment (IOEA),First Atlantic Bank as a sales and leading digital campaigns and managing client relationships.

I am passionate about empowering individuals and businesses especially women through digital skills, sustainability, and professional development. I facilitate for She Rise Technology on most of their training sessions.

I am a Marketing and Digital Strategy professional with over seven years of experience in banking, sales, and digital marketing. I specializes in customer engagement, brand growth, and leveraging digital tools to drive business results. I have wor... Show more

Krishna Mamidala is a Senior Manager of Data Science at Walmart Global Tech with over 15 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Forecasting, and large-scale enterprise AI platforms. He leads teams focused on demand forecasting, financial forecasting, GenAI solutions, and scalable AI/ML systems that support business decision-making at enterprise scale.

His expertise includes Time Series Forecasting, Generative AI, MLOps, Deep Learning, Distributed Systems, and AI platform engineering across cloud ecosystems including GCP, Azure, and AWS. Krishna has led initiatives involving NHITS, N-BEATS, Prophet, LLM-based workflows, multi-agent AI systems, and enterprise forecasting platforms.

Krishna is an IEEE Senior Member and serves as a reviewer for IEEE journals and conferences. He actively contributes to the AI and data science community through technical reviews, mentoring, judging, and speaking engagements focused on AI innovation, forecasting systems, and real-world enterprise AI adoption.

Krishna Mamidala is a Senior Manager of Data Science at Walmart Global Tech with over 15 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Forecasting, and large-scale enterprise AI platforms. He leads teams focused on demand forecast... Show more

Nalin Theodore is a recent graduate of Christopher Newport University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in Leadership Studies. During his time at CNU, Nalin was actively involved in the Presidential Leadership Program, Lambda Pi Eta Communication Honor Society, Residence Life, and the Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Team. Nalin’s interest in sustainability grew through his involvement in student-led environmental initiatives and his work as a Reuzzi Student Ambassador. In this role, he used his strengths in communication, storytelling, and video production to create engaging promotional content that raised awareness of Reuzzi’s sustainable solutions and encouraged more environmentally conscious choices among college students. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Management at George Mason University while working as a Sales Consultant at Safford Subaru Manassas. Nalin is passionate about using communication, leadership, and creative media to strengthen communities and make sustainability more accessible and engaging. Outside of his professional and academic work, he enjoys volunteering in his community, creating videos, staying active, exploring the outdoors, and playing ultimate frisbee.

Nalin Theodore is a recent graduate of Christopher Newport University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in Leadership Studies. During his time at CNU, Nalin was actively involved in the Presidential Leadership ... Show more

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Chemical Society's Australian Student Chapter. Victor also engages in science communication through CSIRO's STEM Professionals program.

As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, he enhances his digital literacy and incorporates computational chemistry into his research. Victor's active contributions to the Windows Insider Program earned him the 2023 Windows Insider Most Valuable Professional Award, a testament to his impact in the Windows community.

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Ch... Show more

I am a Principal of Student Programs at Shasta County Office of Education, specializing in special education and school leadership. With 13 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting students who are outside of the educational box.

Currently, I lead a team at Excel Academy, a regional special education placement program, where we focus on supporting students with high needs and creating space for them to thrive. We are thrilled to share our insights on Designing From the Fringe at this year's Women in School Leadership Forum.

I am a Principal of Student Programs at Shasta County Office of Education, specializing in special education and school leadership. With 13 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting students who are outside of the educational box.... Show more

A dynamic educator and researcher with 20 years of experience, Dr. Shanthi Iyer is a model of academic excellence and professional dedication. She has held leadership positions at GEMS Education in the past and currently serves as Vice Principal at The Oxford School (LEAMS Education). She is also a school governor in four different schools. Dr. Iyer has published a number of works in the field and is an avid environmentalist and sustainability researcher. She is well-known for inspiring teams with trust, positivity, and inclusivity through her collaborative and empathetic leadership style. Dr. Iyer continues to have a significant influence on the quality of teaching and learning because of her extensive knowledge of curriculum design, assessment, and educational leadership.

A dynamic educator and researcher with 20 years of experience, Dr. Shanthi Iyer is a model of academic excellence and professional dedication. She has held leadership positions at GEMS Education in the past and currently serves as Vice Principal at T... Show more

Claude Ndanda (internationally known as TrixX) is a full-stack software engineer and offensive security researcher based in Cameroon. He currently serves as the Solutions & Security Team Lead at Zen Africa, where he architects web and mobile systems using frameworks like Angular, Kotlin, and Laravel.

Balancing defense and offense, Claude spends his nights as an active Bug Hunter on HackerOne, auditing systems and testing AI/LLM applications for critical vulnerabilities. Driven by regional tech innovation, he is also the creator of project Baobab a localized Small Language Model built for Cameroonian administrative contexts.

Claude is a frequent technical speaker, having presented on appsec, AI, and secure coding practices at DevFest Douala, TEDxNdokoti, and IndabaX. He is dedicated to teaching builders how to deploy fast without leaving their applications wide open to attacks.

Claude Ndanda (internationally known as TrixX) is a full-stack software engineer and offensive security researcher based in Cameroon. He currently serves as the Solutions & Security Team Lead at Zen Africa, where he architects web and mobile systems ... Show more

I’m a software developer and systems builder focused on creating scalable web applications, automation workflows, and developer-focused tools. My work spans full-sack web development, AI-assisted workflows, API integrations, and knowledge systems designed to improve developer experience and operational efficiency. I’ve worked on projects involving automation platforms, vector databases, internal support systems, payment integrations, and AI-powered retrieval workflows that help teams turn scattered documentation into accessible, searchable knowledge. I’m particularly interested in the intersection of developer experience, documentation, and practical AI applications for modern engineering teams.

I’m a software developer and systems builder focused on creating scalable web applications, automation workflows, and developer-focused tools. My work spans full-sack web development, AI-assisted workflows, API integrations, and knowledge systems des... Show more