Laolu leads Leke Services, a firm focused on helping leaders build data‑driven, scalable mobility and energy systems. He has supported ecosystem research, market intelligence, and strategy work across Africa’s EV and battery sectors; including contributions to climate‑tech ecosystem analyses. His recent work focuses on building Nigeria’s EV market intelligence foundation, mapping key players across vehicles, batteries, and charging, and identifying the conditions required for bankable scale. He blends systems thinking, operational diligence, and clarity of execution to help stakeholders reduce risk, improve unit economics, and accelerate the mobility transition.

Laolu leads Leke Services, a firm focused on helping leaders build data‑driven, scalable mobility and energy systems. He has supported ecosystem research, market intelligence, and strategy work across Africa’s EV and battery sectors; including contri... Show more

After a decade of selling Tech/AI powered search across countries & working with teams globally I am now on a mission to inspire people to “relate”. Never before have humans faced an empathy deficit as grave as today. Imagine a world where AI inherits your biases and empathy deficit. Aashima simplifies her journey as an AI educator to help you understand what AI can do for you. My Master's in human resources and a degree in Journalism helps with group exercises that inspire teams of all sizes to relate better and become AI champions!

After a decade of selling Tech/AI powered search across countries & working with teams globally I am now on a mission to inspire people to “relate”. Never before have humans faced an empathy deficit as grave as today. Imagine a world where AI inherit... Show more

A farmer and management advisor focused on agriculture, food systems and organizational agility. Over the years, he has led initiatives with forward thinking organizations across a range of sectors like banking, app development, biotech and agriculture. After witnessing environmental challenges and participating in group studies in the EU Commission he founded Rural PM: Incubation & Management Academy in 2016. His goal is to help strengthen management practices in agri food systems, promoting value creation in a simple and regenerative way.

A farmer and management advisor focused on agriculture, food systems and organizational agility. Over the years, he has led initiatives with forward thinking organizations across a range of sectors like banking, app development, biotech and agricultu... Show more

Asasira Arthur is a Software Engineering student at Makerere University, passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to solve real-world challenges. He actively contributes to the developer ecosystem as the Media Lead for Google Developer Groups on Campus at Makerere University and as the Tech & Media Lead for the IEEE Student Branch. Arthur’s interests span IoT, blockchain, data science, and cybersecurity. He has interned at the IoT-ra Lab, participated in major Web3 hackathons, and is the founder of Prodomate, a platform dedicated to creating impactful, tech-driven solutions, with a strong passion for community building and innovation.

Asasira Arthur is a Software Engineering student at Makerere University, passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to solve real-world challenges. He actively contributes to the developer ecosystem as the Media Lead for Google Developer Group... Show more

William P Billy Davis is Executive Director of Bronzeville Community Development Partnership (BCDP), a Chicago-based nonprofit advancing preservation, economic revitalization, and clean mobility innovation in the historic Bronzeville Black Metropolis National Heritage Area community. Under his leadership, BCDP has developed initiatives spanning cultural tourism, smart mobility infrastructure, and zero-emission transportation, positioning Bronzeville as a model “Community of the Future.” His work integrates heritage preservation with climate-forward economic development strategies that expand equitable access to emerging technologies.

William P Billy Davis is Executive Director of Bronzeville Community Development Partnership (BCDP), a Chicago-based nonprofit advancing preservation, economic revitalization, and clean mobility innovation in the historic Bronzeville Black Metropolis... 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

Fred Drapari is a digital security practitioner and a technology enthusiast working at the intersection of civic space, human rights protection, and technology. His work is shaped by close, hands-on engagement with civil society organisations, journalists, and land and environmental defenders operating under persistent digital risk, surveillance, and disruption. He focuses on digital resilience, organisational security, secure digital infrastructure, and digital accessibility, translating complex technical threats into practical tools, security clinics, audits, and trainings grounded in the lived realities of frontline actors. His work is guided by a clear conviction that technology is never neutral, and that access, power, and accountability must be confronted directly if digital systems are to serve the public good rather than quietly exclude or expose people to harm.

Fred Drapari is a digital security practitioner and a technology enthusiast working at the intersection of civic space, human rights protection, and technology. His work is shaped by close, hands-on engagement with civil society organisations, journa... Show more

My name is Richard Conway. I'm a Microsoft Regional Director and Microsoft Most Valuable Professional in Azure. I'm a Director of Elastacloud which is a Data Science consultancy working across key business sectors such as retail, finance, engineering and others.

As well as my role in business, I'm an author of books and courses and a key contributor to Apache open source projects with a love for all things cloud and data. Over the years I've become proficient in C++, C#, Java, Scala, Python and R and I mix and match these skills for my customers and community on a daily basis.

I love speaking to new audiences on aspects of cloud, data science and data platform and have spoken all across Europe over the last few years.

I'm a strong advocate of communities and over the years founded @ukazure and a few others.

As an advocate for child education in IT I've been working closely with Code Club in the UK. My most recent community contribution has been AzureCraft, an annual two day event for developers, parents and kids to teach the Cloud and Programming through Minecraft.

My name is Richard Conway. I'm a Microsoft Regional Director and Microsoft Most Valuable Professional in Azure. I'm a Director of Elastacloud which is a Data Science consultancy working across key business sectors such as retail, finance, engineering... Show more

Harikuttan Kochukunju is a global PMO and enterprise delivery transformation leader with over two decades of experience driving governance, portfolio management, and strategic execution across consulting, insurance, healthcare, engineering, and financial services. Recognized as a PMO Leader of the Year finalist, he has architected governance frameworks for portfolios exceeding $500M and led cross-functional teams of 20–100+ professionals to deliver measurable business outcomes. With certifications spanning PMP, DASSM, PRINCE2, ITIL, and CISA, Harikuttan blends operational rigor with visionary thinking, championing AI-first enterprise transformation, carbon-conscious PMO practices, and volunteer-driven impact. His passion lies in empowering organizations to scale responsibly, align strategy with delivery, and inspire communities through authentic leadership.

Harikuttan Kochukunju is a global PMO and enterprise delivery transformation leader with over two decades of experience driving governance, portfolio management, and strategic execution across consulting, insurance, healthcare, engineering, and finan... Show more

Suyash has helped in setting up projects and businesses including Codevigor (a startup specialized in the development of blockchain applications), Horizon Africa (a blockchain focused on NFTs and Metaverses), StoragePlus (the first commercial Blockchain Application in Mauritius), Loot NFT (an international NFT Metaverse project) and many other businesses in the last 8 years.

Suyash has helped in setting up projects and businesses including Codevigor (a startup specialized in the development of blockchain applications), Horizon Africa (a blockchain focused on NFTs and Metaverses), StoragePlus (the first commercial Blockch... Show more

Yuri Nijsen is a seasoned digital leader. CTO at the largest independent software vendor of Zeeland, (The Netherlands). On a mission to enable skilled trades workers to work more effective and assist them in changing the world to become more sustainable and transition to renewable energy solutions.

Yuri Nijsen is a seasoned digital leader. CTO at the largest independent software vendor of Zeeland, (The Netherlands). On a mission to enable skilled trades workers to work more effective and assist them in changing the world to become more sustaina... Show more

Passionate, solution-oriented, and creative platform engineer.

Passionate, solution-oriented, and creative platform engineer. Show more

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

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

Shel Winkley is Climate Central's Weather & Climate Engagement Specialist, helping storytellers connect climate change to daily weather. He empowers accurate storytelling that shows audiences how warming affects their communities. Shel brings 17 years of broadcast meteorology experience, including nearly 15 as Chief Meteorologist at KBTX (CBS) in Bryan-College Station, Texas. He holds a B.S. in Meteorology from Texas A&M and is a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist.

Shel Winkley is Climate Central's Weather & Climate Engagement Specialist, helping storytellers connect climate change to daily weather. He empowers accurate storytelling that shows audiences how warming affects their communities. Shel brings 17 year... Show more

Mike Ullrich ist Managing Consultant bei der Objektkultur. Neben den 13 Jahren Erfahrungen im Projektgeschäft mit Microsoft Cloud Technologien zieht er seine Erfahrung aus 9 Jahren in einem KI-Start-Up, aus der Gründung und Skalierung eines eigenen Unternehmens. Sein Fokus ist Dynamics 365 Customer Experience, Power Platform und Copilot Studio.

Mike Ullrich ist Managing Consultant bei der Objektkultur. Neben den 13 Jahren Erfahrungen im Projektgeschäft mit Microsoft Cloud Technologien zieht er seine Erfahrung aus 9 Jahren in einem KI-Start-Up, aus der Gründung und Skalierung eines eigenen U... Show more

Elie Alhajjar, PhD, is a Senior Scientist at RAND, leading projects at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and government. Prior to that, he was an Associate Professor at the United States Military Academy and a Senior Research Scientist at the Army Cyber Institute in West Point, New York. Previously, Alhajjar served as a Research Scientist in the Computing and Communications Theory Group at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Maryland. He holds a PhD in applied mathematics from George Mason University.

Elie Alhajjar, PhD, is a Senior Scientist at RAND, leading projects at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and government. Prior to that, he was an Associate Professor at the United States Military Academy and a Senior Research Scientist at the Ar... Show more

Cette session va mettre en lumière la sororité, le soutien et l'activisme en ligne en montrant comment le numérique peut être un outil de mobilisation féministe et d'inclusion, et aussi en donnant des astuces pour assurer la sécurité en ligne tout en créant des stratégies concrètes pour contrer la violence en ligne et la désinformation genrée par le féministe avec un approche sororale.
Il sera question de mettre en lumière des témoignages, analyses d'expertises et sessions collaboratives pour produire des recommandations pratiques pour toutes parties prenantes dans le secteur du numérique.
Crispine Ngena, jeune autochtone, est une Juriste en droit public interne et international, qui a forgé sa pensée dans le droit international humanitaire et des droits humains. Elle est engagée dans L’écoféminisme et les droits numériques.
Expertise de terrains :
1. Pour la paix dans l’Est de la RDC : Nommée Ambassadrice pour la paix par la MONUSCO en 2025, Crispine combat sur la ligne de front de l’information. Dans une région meurtrie où la désinformation est une arme de guerre, elle milite pour un numérique responsable, factuel et apaisant. Elle travaille à déconstruire les récits toxiques et à favoriser une cohabitation pacifique, faisant du digital un espace de médiation et de dialogue.
2. Pour l’autonomie économique des femmes : Avec son initiative de transformation et de commercialisation de café bio « Mwenga », elle lie directement écologie, économie et empowerment. Ce projet démontre comment des circuits courts et transparents, potentiellement optimisés par des outils numériques adaptés.
3. la protection de l'environnement et les droits des femmes autochtones et marginalisées

Cette session va mettre en lumière la sororité, le soutien et l'activisme en ligne en montrant comment le numérique peut être un outil de mobilisation féministe et d'inclusion, et aussi en donnant des astuces pour assurer la sécurité en ligne tout en... Show more

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade is a Machine Learning Engineer with a strong track record across early-stage (Pre-seed, Series A) and late-stage (Series E) startups, complemented by research, teaching, and entrepreneurial experiences at NYU. As a founding ML engineer, he has built systems from 0→1, including large-scale data pipelines with significant cost savings. He also co-authored a research paper on wildfire spread prediction models, cited over 50 times, which has gained renewed relevance amid recent wildfire events in Los Angeles.

https://github.com/ashwinpn
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=mHMnqNQAAAAJ&hl

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade is a Machine Learning Engineer with a strong track record across early-stage (Pre-seed, Series A) and late-stage (Series E) startups, complemented by research, teaching, and entrepreneurial experiences at NYU. As a founding ML ... Show more

Gideon Adeyemi is a technology entrepreneur, product and technology leader, and Co-founder of Yana, a fintech platform serving 50,000+ SMEs. Recognised as a “Global UX Expert” by The Guardian, he has built products like COVr ($5B+ processed) and Gemspay, while championing AI, accessibility innovations, and sustainable technology. Gideon mentors future innovators and drives innovative, inclusive tech that delivers seamless product and enterprise experiences.

Gideon Adeyemi is a technology entrepreneur, product and technology leader, and Co-founder of Yana, a fintech platform serving 50,000+ SMEs. Recognised as a “Global UX Expert” by The Guardian, he has built products like COVr ($5B+ processed) and Gems... Show more

Chiamaka Ichoku is a Senior Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant with experience leading Procure-to-Pay and financial transformation projects across Europe. She blends business understanding with process design to help organisations simplify operations and unlock measurable value. Chiamaka is passionate about empowering teams, improving user experiences, and making digital transformation human, practical, and accessible.

Chiamaka Ichoku is a Senior Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant with experience leading Procure-to-Pay and financial transformation projects across Europe. She blends business understanding with process design to help organisation... Show more

Coding since 2021.
Collaborated with NewArNet
Web Developer at the IBloTec Market.
Worked at SOGESP as Web developer.
Contributed on different Mobile App projects as Frontend Developer.

Coding since 2021. Collaborated with NewArNet Web Developer at the IBloTec Market. Worked at SOGESP as Web developer. Contributed on different Mobile App projects as Frontend Developer. Show more

Energy Engineer, with 30+ years in Electrical Engineering, Extra low voltage systems, Solar Photovoltaic Energy and smart Electric Vehicles Supply Equipments.
Mobility Electrifying trainer at the order of Engineers, Lebanon.

Energy Engineer, with 30+ years in Electrical Engineering, Extra low voltage systems, Solar Photovoltaic Energy and smart Electric Vehicles Supply Equipments. Mobility Electrifying trainer at the order of Engineers, Lebanon. Show more

I am currently an engineer based in Denver, CO

I am currently an engineer based in Denver, CO 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

Akweley Abena Okai is a digital marketer and co-founder of Beeva AI, an AI-powered skincare platform transforming personal care through technology designed specifically for people of color. With half a decade of experience helping tech companies build community and partnerships, she's become a recognized voice in AI, wellness, and human-centered marketing.
As host of "Building Bytes" podcast and through her work at Beeva AI, Akweley has gained unique insights into building confidence-boosting AI solutions while maintaining the personal touch wellness applications require. Her approach focuses on creating inclusive AI systems that underrepresented communities actually want to use and trust.
Her expertise spans digital marketing, project management, and community building for tech startups. At DevFest Berlin 2025, she'll share actionable lessons from building AI that puts human confidence first, with practical frameworks developers can apply across industries.

Akweley Abena Okai is a digital marketer and co-founder of Beeva AI, an AI-powered skincare platform transforming personal care through technology designed specifically for people of color. With half a decade of experience helping tech companies buil... Show more

Alex Mwangi is a results-driven software engineer with strong expertise in web, mobile, and system development, actively building at the intersection of blockchain, artificial intelligence, and social impact. Over the past few years, he has evolved from hands-on development to leading projects that blend clean architecture, scalability, and real-world problem-solving.

Alex's technical experience spans frontend frameworks, backend systems, DevOps and modern security practices, with a foundation in cybersecurity from CyberTalents and IBM Cybersecurity programs. He has played key roles in team leadership, mentoring developers and streamlining development workflows for better collaboration and faster delivery.

Passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to address African challenges, Alex continues to integrate security-first thinking into every development stage and is driven by a commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and building technology that empowers communities.

Alex Mwangi is a results-driven software engineer with strong expertise in web, mobile, and system development, actively building at the intersection of blockchain, artificial intelligence, and social impact. Over the past few years, he has evolved f... Show more

Soorya Narayan Satheesh is a distinguished technology leader and former Indian Forest Service Officer who combines extensive public service experience with cutting-edge technical expertise. A graduate of UC Berkeley's Information Management Systems program and recipient of the prestigious James R. Chen Award, Soorya brings over six years of experience in developing innovative information systems. As Deputy Conservator of Forests (Information Technology & Statistics), he earned a prestigious state-level award from the Government of Tripura for developing cutting-edge information systems that transformed forest management practices. His expertise spans full-stack development, data engineering, and machine learning, with a proven track record of developing award-winning solutions that bridge the gap between environmental management and digital transformation.

Soorya Narayan Satheesh is a distinguished technology leader and former Indian Forest Service Officer who combines extensive public service experience with cutting-edge technical expertise. A graduate of UC Berkeley's Information Management Systems p... Show more

Aliu Toheeb Olaitan is a Tech Educator, Innovator, and the Lead Partner at Bravpuls Technologies. With expertise in Blockchain, AI, and Web Development, he is passionate about emerging technologies and their intersection with education and community development, empowering individuals to embrace tech-driven solutions for a sustainable future.

Aliu Toheeb Olaitan is a Tech Educator, Innovator, and the Lead Partner at Bravpuls Technologies. With expertise in Blockchain, AI, and Web Development, he is passionate about emerging technologies and their intersection with education and community ... Show more

Consultant en management des systèmes d’information avec une spécialisation dans la gestion de programmes digitaux, la transformation d’organisation (agilité à l'échelle) et l’amélioration de processus (ISO 9001 et ITIL)

Dans mon travail, j'aime accompagner les directions informatiques et métiers à relever leurs défis :
- Réduire le time to market, augmenter la qualité, améliorer l’engagement des équipes
- Optimiser la productivité
- Accompagner les équipes (de 8 à 500 personnes) à transformer leur organisation, en utilisant les Valeurs et Principes Agile
- Aider les directions à revoir leurs modes de décision et leur système de gouvernance (Value Stream Mapping et Lean-Budget)

Consultant en management des systèmes d’information avec une spécialisation dans la gestion de programmes digitaux, la transformation d’organisation (agilité à l'échelle) et l’amélioration de processus (ISO 9001 et ITIL) Dans mon travail, j'aime a... Show more