Nico Rikken has a track record in maximizing the potential of Free and Open Source Software in the energy sector and in the Netherlands. As Open Source Ambassador at grid operator Alliander he helps make open source project participation successful and ensure control over the company software supply chain. As Country Coordinator for the Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE) he has successfully influenced policy to ensure the rights of open source software users and developers.

Nico Rikken has a track record in maximizing the potential of Free and Open Source Software in the energy sector and in the Netherlands. As Open Source Ambassador at grid operator Alliander he helps make open source project participation successful a... Show more

De l'application pionnière à l'infrastructure d'État, mon engagement a toujours été de mettre la technologie au service de l'urgence climatique. Cette aventure dans la GreenTech a débuté en 2016 avec "SOS Mon climat", une application de sensibilisation élue parmi les 100 meilleures innovations mondiales et présentée à la semaine de la francophonie et m'a value une invitation au COP22.
Aujourd'hui, fort de cette conviction que la technologie est l'arme ultime contre le dérèglement climatique, je porte le projet ZAMBA. Convaincu que la souveraineté numérique est le nouveau pilier de l'indépendance des États, je consacre mon expertise à la création d'infrastructures de données critiques pour la préservation du Bassin du Congo.
Mon approche consiste à faire converger l'innovation technologique (Jumeaux Numériques, IoT, IA, Satellite) et les enjeux géopolitiques complexes de l'Afrique Centrale. À travers ZAMBA, je transforme des flux de données brutes en outils de gouvernance transparents et certifiés. Mon ambition est de bâtir un modèle où la maîtrise souveraine de la donnée permet de passer d'une écologie de constat à une écologie d'action, devenant ainsi le moteur de la finance verte et de la protection de la biodiversité.

De l'application pionnière à l'infrastructure d'État, mon engagement a toujours été de mettre la technologie au service de l'urgence climatique. Cette aventure dans la GreenTech a débuté en 2016 avec "SOS Mon climat", une application de sensibilisati... Show more

Quentin Zapf is Chief Technology Officer at Prettl Electronics GmbH, with over 15 years of experience in electronics manufacturing. Having previously served as Head of Engineering, he specializes in energy efficiency, sustainable process technologies, and industrial innovation. Together with his team, he drives the development of future-ready, sustainable manufacturing processes, helping position Prettl Electronics as a pioneer in the industry. His work is guided by a strong commitment to creating lasting environmental and social impact.

Quentin Zapf is Chief Technology Officer at Prettl Electronics GmbH, with over 15 years of experience in electronics manufacturing. Having previously served as Head of Engineering, he specializes in energy efficiency, sustainable process technologies... Show more

I'm a passionate youth leader, sustainability advocate, public speaker, and founder of Ndiyaconsults. My mission is to empower young people to lead with purpose, create sustainable solutions, and become active changemakers in their communities.

My leadership journey began in primary school and continued throughout high school, where I had the privilege of serving in various leadership positions, including becoming the first female School President in my school's history. These experiences shaped my belief that leadership is not about titles but about service, impact, and inspiring others to reach their potential.

I am currently a student at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa and actively involved in leadership, advocacy, and community development initiatives. Through my work with Amnesty International and other youth-focused programs, I advocate for human rights, civic engagement, and meaningful youth participation in decision-making processes.

I founded Ndiyaconsults to create opportunities for learning, mentorship, and leadership development. Through initiatives such as the Sustainable Leadership Training Program and the Leading Tomorrow Project, I work with young people to develop practical leadership skills, promote sustainability, and drive positive social change.

I believe that when young people are equipped with the right knowledge, values, and opportunities, they can transform their communities and shape a more sustainable and inclusive future for all.

I'm a passionate youth leader, sustainability advocate, public speaker, and founder of Ndiyaconsults. My mission is to empower young people to lead with purpose, create sustainable solutions, and become active changemakers in their communities. My... Show more

Jonathan is the Infrastructure Team Lead for AlmaLinux and CTO of KnownHost. He has been consuming open source and building infrastructure in the web hosting industry for over 15 years and actively contributing to open source for roughly the past 3 within the AlmaLinux, Fedora, and EPEL communities, among others. Outside of technology he is an avid hunter and conservationist, boating and water sports enthusiast, and member of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Jonathan is the Infrastructure Team Lead for AlmaLinux and CTO of KnownHost. He has been consuming open source and building infrastructure in the web hosting industry for over 15 years and actively contributing to open source for roughly the past 3 ... Show more

Patrick Gallit joined MTM Ruhrzinn in 2026 as Commercial Director responsible for the further development of the sales strategy, the expansion of international customer relationships, and the structural development of the commercial organization. Patrick Gallit has more than ten years of experience in building and developing recycling business models in Europe.

Patrick Gallit joined MTM Ruhrzinn in 2026 as Commercial Director responsible for the further development of the sales strategy, the expansion of international customer relationships, and the structural development of the commercial organization. Pat... Show more

Michael Adair went to Southern Arkansas University and studied at the Environmental Acadamy. After completing the required credentials he became a Licensed Level 4 Arkansas Water Treatment Operator, then an Advanced Industrial Wastewater Operator and later a Stationary Engineer and a High Pressure Boiler Operator Licensed by the state of Arkansas. Michael is now disabled and unable to be as physically active as all his former roles demanded him to be. So, he realized that if he was going to persevere and continue to be successful in his life,he knew he had to learn to adapt. Michael began an uncharted path knowing he would find Success by any means available to him, he was determined to contribute his worth to society. Shattering the glass ceiling that life had built above him and not accepting any limitations as a inability to succeed. Michael Focused his ability and leveraged himself into a Developer role for Google and Michael learned everything he possibly could he emerged with a brand new way to succeed later becoming a respected Cloud Solutions Partner for Microsoft, and soon after that a Cloud Developer for Google, within a single year he was being called a Trusted AI Developer for AMD where he created a start-up Foundation branding it CRUCER AI SOLUTIONS™ and it became a Co-Branded Partner with AMD. In that first year he went from using a CPU made by them to working in collaboration with the next wave of their technology. Michael Adair spent years handling D.O.D contracts within Triumph Aerospace's Environmental Department he worked in a TIER 1 Global Aerospace and Defense Supply Chain. He overseen two Water Treatment Facilities for James Kimzey Regional Water District concurrently in his earlier life and provided millions of gallons of fresh drinking water to communities daily. Michael Adair knows what it takes to stand up and take responsibility for the safety of our American Soldiers and our Citizens while never jeopardizing the sensitive Global ecosystems to do so. Michael knows in 2026 it is easy to get distracted, but he says that's why he formed a unique pairing of three words it is the slogan for his Foundation CRUCER AI SOLUTIONS™, we help you "REMEMBER THE FUTURE" we all deserve.| Founder

Michael Adair went to Southern Arkansas University and studied at the Environmental Acadamy. After completing the required credentials he became a Licensed Level 4 Arkansas Water Treatment Operator, then an Advanced Industrial Wastewater Operator and... Show more

Niharika Deokar is an AI Engineer at Fiftyminds and a Springer Nature published researcher with a focus on AI/ML for climate and sustainability. Her first publication explored ML modelling for climate change in agriculture. She holds an MSc in Data Science from the University of Bristol, where she was awarded the Outstanding PLUS Award for partnership building. Her dissertation research on retail data pipelines for sustainability metrics led to a presentation at the University of Oxford and a forthcoming publication in Springer Nature LNSS. She has 2+ years of experience across fintech, sustainability, and AI consulting. She is a passionate advocate for women in STEM and tech and actively seeks out opportunities to represent the cause.

Niharika Deokar is an AI Engineer at Fiftyminds and a Springer Nature published researcher with a focus on AI/ML for climate and sustainability. Her first publication explored ML modelling for climate change in agriculture. She holds an MSc in Data S... Show more

Since 2008 working at Statnett, focusing on system operation and market. Have had several positions within Statnett control rooms and development of IT-systems both for asset monitoring and market control.
Now working in Statnett R&D department. Focusing on development of IT systems and methods for Future System operations and Market.
Holds a Master degree of Science in Energy and Environment from 2007 at NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology.

Since 2008 working at Statnett, focusing on system operation and market. Have had several positions within Statnett control rooms and development of IT-systems both for asset monitoring and market control. Now working in Statnett R&D department. Foc... Show more

Ethan is a Solutions Architect leader at AWS Startups whose work is focused on helping startups across the globe to build their idea on AWS. Before joining AWS, Ethan spent a decade in Sydney working with banks and financial institutions on digital modernization projects. Driven by his entrepreneurial mindset, he launched his first startup in Australia in 2013 and since then, his visionary perspective has earned him opportunities to become the advisor to many other like-minded startup founders. Besides working with startups, Ethan attends all over the country attending and speaking at conferences in order to gain new inspiration and inspire others. He currently lives with his family in New York and when he isn’t on his laptop, you can find him playing with his daughter, taking photos on streets, woodworking in his garage or playing music!

Ethan is a Solutions Architect leader at AWS Startups whose work is focused on helping startups across the globe to build their idea on AWS. Before joining AWS, Ethan spent a decade in Sydney working with banks and financial institutions on digital m... Show more

Rohit Ranjan has been working with Flutter for the past 2 years, and currently working as a Flutter Developer at Health Tick. Previously worked with Appwrite as a DevRel Intern being the part of GitHub Octernship, worked on apps having more than 50k users. He is also a Google Dev Library contributor and part of Google's startup Bootcamp 2022. For the last 1 year, he has given talks at many technical events like, Frontend Days Nagpur, Code-Day Nagpur, Flutter Nagpur, Encypherist JIT.

Rohit Ranjan has been working with Flutter for the past 2 years, and currently working as a Flutter Developer at Health Tick. Previously worked with Appwrite as a DevRel Intern being the part of GitHub Octernship, worked on apps having more than 50k ... Show more

Jeremiah Landi started his career as a “GO’FER” in an architecture firm (98’) and made his way into an animatronics creator for shows like Phantom of the Opera (10’); little did he know that the skills he picked up along his journey would play very synergistically within a highly technical, rigid world and within the Government Bureaucracy, even putting him in front of the US Congress (08’).

Throughout his career, he has traveled the world working in a range of different project environments (Nobel Prize to ESPN) and cultural environments having worked through both the “America's” and all around Europe (with a little Asia).

He enjoys bringing dynamic thought processes and design first problem-solving to many different companies now through his own company deploying products (i.e.military helicopter fuel pumps, basketball medical devices) and Modified Agile Hardware Development (MAHD). The company he started back in 2016 now spans from physical manufacturing (i.e. stamping, welding, 3D printing) to algorithmic software development (i.e. traveling salesman); so it is easy to say the problems he solves aren’t easily fixed in a remote world.

Jeremiah Landi started his career as a “GO’FER” in an architecture firm (98’) and made his way into an animatronics creator for shows like Phantom of the Opera (10’); little did he know that the skills he picked up along his journey would play very s... Show more

A high school junior working at the intersection of data science and public speaking. By combining machine learning projects and math modeling with competitive debate and startup pitching, she focuses on translating complex technical ideas into clear, impactful arguments to help solve medical, environmental, and business challenges.

A high school junior working at the intersection of data science and public speaking. By combining machine learning projects and math modeling with competitive debate and startup pitching, she focuses on translating complex technical ideas into clear... Show more

Développeur depuis 2004, agiliste convaincu depuis 2008, formateur et vulgarisateur technique depuis 2010 puis coach en Software Craftsmanship depuis 2016, je suis aujourd'hui coach professionnel.

Je cherche à ramener du sens et de la conscience dans le domaine souvent déshumanisé du numérique par la vulgarisation, la formation et le coaching technique et organisationnel.

Mon désir est d'accompagner les personnes dans la mise en place des bonnes pratiques de développement logiciel dans les équipes par le coaching technique, la pratique et la formation : Intégration continue, tests automatisés, architecture logicielle, pratiques agiles, extreme programming...

J'aide à créer des espaces de sécurité psychologique et émotionnels pour permettre de développer le potentiel et la compétence des équipes, là où des logiciels de qualités pourront voir le jour.

J'interviens sur le positionnement humain des équipiers pour aider à résoudre les problématiques d'organisation, de communication et de motivation.

Développeur depuis 2004, agiliste convaincu depuis 2008, formateur et vulgarisateur technique depuis 2010 puis coach en Software Craftsmanship depuis 2016, je suis aujourd'hui coach professionnel. Je cherche à ramener du sens et de la conscience d... Show more

Leonie is studying geoinformatics and is a working student at esri Germany. She is writing her master's thesis on spatial knowledge graphs and is a big data nerd. Leonie feels it's a shame that most spatial graphs are limited to just a few coordinates or addresses. Geodata can do so much more, which is why her research further develops this potential and applies it to real-world problems.

Leonie is studying geoinformatics and is a working student at esri Germany. She is writing her master's thesis on spatial knowledge graphs and is a big data nerd. Leonie feels it's a shame that most spatial graphs are limited to just a few coordinate... 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

Raj Gopal Menon doesn't fit neatly into any design category. That's always been the point.
A graduate of IIT Bombay's Industrial Design Centre with a foundation in Mechanical Engineering, Raj has spent three decades working across domains - critical care medical devices, off-grid solar systems, vending machines, neonatal incubators - with electronics and software entirely self-taught along the way. His products have reached over 250,000 people across India.

Today, he is a Professor of Practice at the School of Design & Innovation at R.V. University, Bangalore.

Raj Gopal Menon doesn't fit neatly into any design category. That's always been the point. A graduate of IIT Bombay's Industrial Design Centre with a foundation in Mechanical Engineering, Raj has spent three decades working across domains - critica... Show more

Dr. Richard L. Watkins is a scientist, strategist, and advocate working at the intersection of research, policy, and society. He is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of The Science Policy Action Network, Inc. (SPAN), where he is responsible for setting the organization’s overall direction and service strategy. He leads the development of SPAN’s consulting offerings and operational infrastructure, with a focus on impact across education, innovation, and public health.

Dr. Watkins holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a B.S. in Psychology from Fayetteville State University. His scientific background informs a systems-level approach to policy advising and program design, particularly in areas such as school safety, mental health, and science-based governance.

A dynamic communicator and bridge-builder, Dr. Watkins also hosts The Richard Watkins Podcast, a platform for thought leaders across disciplines. His work continues to shape public conversations and institutional strategies through science, equity, and community engagement.

Dr. Richard L. Watkins is a scientist, strategist, and advocate working at the intersection of research, policy, and society. He is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of The Science Policy Action Network, Inc. (SPAN), where he is responsible for setting ... Show more

Christian Seibert is currently Principal Architect at Atos Germany GmbH and is responsible for patents, developments,
and the rollout of the Atos TruCycle Passport technology, among other things. Christian Seibert is an inventor, innovator, and
technical visionary with more than 20 years of experience in artificial intelligence (AI), natural language understanding (NLU),
embedded systems, and cloud technologies. His groundbreaking developments in the fields of AI, automation, and speech
recognition help companies reduce costs and increase efficiency. As CTO, head of development, and principal architect, he has led
international teams and brought a variety of disruptive technologies to market.

Christian Seibert is currently Principal Architect at Atos Germany GmbH and is responsible for patents, developments, and the rollout of the Atos TruCycle Passport technology, among other things. Christian Seibert is an inventor, innovator, and t... Show more

Martha Pskowski covers the oil and gas industry and the border region from her base in El Paso. She was previously an environmental reporter at the El Paso Times. She began her career as a freelance journalist in Mexico, reporting for outlets including The Guardian and Yale E360. Martha is a former Fulbright research fellow in Mexico.

Martha Pskowski covers the oil and gas industry and the border region from her base in El Paso. She was previously an environmental reporter at the El Paso Times. She began her career as a freelance journalist in Mexico, reporting for outlets includi... Show more

Raúl leads GenAI teams at E.ON, one of Europe's largest utilities, and serves as an energy ambassador at the European Commission, advocating for Europe's AI competitiveness through clean-powered compute growth. Most AI practitioners build on top of energy infrastructure. Raúl contributes to building it by modeling grid connections, preparing utilities for the coming data center wave. His conviction: the next constraint on AI is not the models. It is the power grid.

Raúl leads GenAI teams at E.ON, one of Europe's largest utilities, and serves as an energy ambassador at the European Commission, advocating for Europe's AI competitiveness through clean-powered compute growth. Most AI practitioners build on top of e... Show more

A Lead Cloud & DevOps Consultant specializing in the end-to-end modernization of complex infrastructures. I guide organizations through the full lifecycle of transformation—from high-level strategy to production-ready AWS environments. My expertise lies in bridging the gap between legacy systems and modern cloud architectures, while simultaneously building the DevOps teams and cultures necessary for long-term scalability. I combine a deep technical stack (Terraform, CI/CD, Security) with Agile leadership to ensure every migration is as seamless as it is secure.

A Lead Cloud & DevOps Consultant specializing in the end-to-end modernization of complex infrastructures. I guide organizations through the full lifecycle of transformation—from high-level strategy to production-ready AWS environments. My expertise l... Show more

Anneasa Manna is a product design student working at the intersection of speculative design and real world impact. Her work focuses on building systems that respond to extreme constraints, often addressing underserved communities and overlooked problems.

She has led the design and development of projects ranging from ultra low cost multifunctional footwear aimed at improving mobility and safety for marginalized users, to experimental concepts like adaptive tactical systems and Water extraction and air purification devices. Her approach blends material research, structural design, and systems thinking with a strong focus on sustainability and human need.

Anneasa’s work is driven by a belief that design is not just about making things better, but about deciding what deserves to exist in the first place.

Anneasa Manna is a product design student working at the intersection of speculative design and real world impact. Her work focuses on building systems that respond to extreme constraints, often addressing underserved communities and overlooked probl... Show more

Md. Shahidul Islam is an Adjunct Faculty at Daffodil International University, Bangladesh, and a climate risk and geospatial systems developer. He works on open-source solutions for climate resilience, integrating GIS, RS, and climate models for infrastructure decision support. His work focuses on hybrid risk modeling, and scalable decision-support systems for data-scarce regions. He is also involved in developing AI-assisted workflows for climate adaptation and disaster risk management

Md. Shahidul Islam is an Adjunct Faculty at Daffodil International University, Bangladesh, and a climate risk and geospatial systems developer. He works on open-source solutions for climate resilience, integrating GIS, RS, and climate models for infr... Show more

Julie Gurnee is a Climate Mitigation Specialist with Fairfax County's Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination. She holds a degree in Biology and Ecology from the University of Montana and has been working for Fairfax County since 2012.
In her current role, Julie manages Fairfax County's Electric Vehicle Readiness Strategy, supports the Charge-Up Fairfax Program, Green Business Partners Program, and Energy Compass. She also serves on the Loudoun County Environmental Commission as their Clean Transportation Subject Matter Expert.
Throughout her career, Julie has focused on advancing sustainability and conservation initiatives across the Northern Virginia region.

Julie Gurnee is a Climate Mitigation Specialist with Fairfax County's Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination. She holds a degree in Biology and Ecology from the University of Montana and has been working for Fairfax County since 2012. In he... Show more

Judit Laguardia Marset es Ingeniera en Informática con más de 15 años de experiencia en gestión de proyectos tecnológicos e infraestructura crítica en América Latina. Especialista en sostenibilidad digital, eficiencia energética y transformación estratégica de centros de datos, ha liderado procesos de certificación, auditoría y capacitación en entidades gubernamentales y privadas de alto impacto como SUNAT (Perú), Claro, Entel y organismos multilaterales.

Es representante regional de EPI Americas, organismo internacional de certificación en Data Centers con presencia en más de 60 países. Desde hace 10 años, es profesora del Diplomado de Eficiencia Energética EUREM de la Universidad del Desarrollo, donde imparte la asignatura de Green IT y Data Centers Sostenibles.

Su enfoque combina visión de negocio, gobernanza técnica y liderazgo humano para anticipar y preparar a las organizaciones frente al futuro de la infraestructura digital, incluyendo las implicancias reales de la computación cuántica.

Judit Laguardia Marset es Ingeniera en Informática con más de 15 años de experiencia en gestión de proyectos tecnológicos e infraestructura crítica en América Latina. Especialista en sostenibilidad digital, eficiencia energética y transformación estr... Show more

Paulo de Oliveira é Coordenador de Projectos do Centro de Inovação Social e Incubação da Universidade Católica de Angola, onde lidera iniciativas voltadas à tecnologia, startups e empreendedorismo jovem.

É alumni do SUSI (Study of the U.S. Institutes) pela Universidade de Washington EUA, em Liderança e Engajamento Cívico, e alumni do YALI (Young African Leaders Initiative) pela Universidade da África do Sul em Pretoria, no ramo de Empreendedorismo e Desenvolvimento de Negócios.

Formado em Empreendedorismo e Biodiversidade pela Africa Project Solutions e Agência Francesa de Desenvolvimento em Joanesburgo, Paulo é também co fundador da Conferência de Fintechs em Angola e da Dreamer.com espaços que conectam inovação tecnológica e o sector financeiro.

Apaixonado por inovação e pelo futuro digital de Angola, dedica-se a inspirar jovens empreendedores a construir soluções tecnológicas sustentáveis e globalmente competitivas.

Paulo de Oliveira é Coordenador de Projectos do Centro de Inovação Social e Incubação da Universidade Católica de Angola, onde lidera iniciativas voltadas à tecnologia, startups e empreendedorismo jovem. É alumni do SUSI (Study of the U.S. Institu... Show more

Satya is a speaker and thought leader in the field of artificial intelligence and analytics, helping organizations unlock the power of data to make smarter decisions. With expertise spanning AI strategy, data analytics, and business intelligence, Satya focuses on practical, real-world applications rather than theory.
Through engaging and insightful presentations, Satya breaks down complex topics like machine learning, predictive analytics, and automation into clear, actionable ideas that leaders and teams can implement immediately.
Satya is also an advocate for responsible and ethical AI, emphasizing transparency, data integrity, and human-centered innovation.
As an author publishing through Amazon, Satya shares insights on how individuals and organizations can thrive in a data-driven world.

Satya is a speaker and thought leader in the field of artificial intelligence and analytics, helping organizations unlock the power of data to make smarter decisions. With expertise spanning AI strategy, data analytics, and business intelligence, Sat... Show more

I am from Accra, Ghana. I'm passionate about, internet governance, e-governance, and green tech, among others.

I am from Accra, Ghana. I'm passionate about, internet governance, e-governance, and green tech, among others. Show more

My name is Ifeoluwa, and I’m passionate about building scalable AI solutions. I have over four years of experience in data science and analytics, with proven expertise across finance, fintech, voice tech, and education.

One of my favourite mantras is, "I build production-ready AI models", and that's because I get that itch when I see models sitting pretty in a repository; I always take the extra step to put them on the web. I am a proactive individual, and that much is evident in my commitment to continuous learning, and my strong work ethic.

Some might think of me as a Jack-of-all-trades, but I believe it's all a matter of perspective. I bring a creative flair to every project that I work on. I also write blogs (https://medium.com/@ifeoluwaoduwaiye), articles, research papers, and whitepapers, including this very bio that you're reading. If that didn't do me justice, shoot me an email, let’s have a chat.

My name is Ifeoluwa, and I’m passionate about building scalable AI solutions. I have over four years of experience in data science and analytics, with proven expertise across finance, fintech, voice tech, and education. One of my favourite mantras... Show more