I’m Femi Akerele, a Mobile Engineer at i-invest, Nigeria’s leading inter-brokerage platform. My career journey has given me the chance to build transformative products across sectors such as Fintech, Edtech, Cleantech, Health, and E-commerce, allowing me to blend technical expertise with a mission to create meaningful impact. Over the years, I’ve mentored over 100 talents globally, helping them navigate critical career choices, whether that’s selecting a specialization in tech or building the resilience needed to thrive in the industry.

Through my speaking engagements, I focus on sharing insights that make complex concepts practical and empowering. My approach is deeply informed by my experience as a mentor with ADPList, where I guide emerging talent on their unique paths to success. Inspired by Seth Godin’s words, “If it’s work, we try to do less. If it’s art, we try to do more,” I view software development as my art—an intersection of creativity, precision, and passion.

I’m Femi Akerele, a Mobile Engineer at i-invest, Nigeria’s leading inter-brokerage platform. My career journey has given me the chance to build transformative products across sectors such as Fintech, Edtech, Cleantech, Health, and E-commerce, allowin... Show more

⛰️ Delivering Tangible Results in Uncharted Territories
🧭 Pioneering New Roles
🚀 Driving Growth from Day One

⛰️ Delivering Tangible Results in Uncharted Territories 🧭 Pioneering New Roles 🚀 Driving Growth from Day One Show more

Passionate about sustainable software engineering and high quality code. I've spoken at JAX New York on Sustainable Coding.

Passionate about sustainable software engineering and high quality code. I've spoken at JAX New York on Sustainable Coding. Show more

ᴇxᴘᴇʀɪᴇɴᴄᴇ ʙᴏᴏꜱᴛᴇʀ ✨ | ɢᴀᴍɪꜰɪᴄᴀᴛɪᴏɴ, ꜱᴛᴏʀʏᴛᴇʟʟɪɴɢ & ʜᴏꜱᴘɪᴛᴀʟɪᴛʏ | ɢɪᴠᴀʙɪʟɪᴛʏ | ᴇʀ ɢᴀᴍᴇ (ʀᴇ-)ᴅᴇꜱɪɢɴ

Nicole de Leeuw is an innovative experience creator specializing in exceptional hospitality service and the art of gamification. With a background in five-star hotels in London and Amsterdam, she transitioned into a role as a professional hospitality trainer, working with companies across industries to enhance their guest experiences.

Her basis is the idea that excellent guest service isn’t just about what you do, but how you do it—a belief that inspired her to use gamification as a tool to create engaging and memorable workshops. This passion led to the creation of Emmelocked Escape Rooms, where Nicole used immersive storytelling with excellent hospitality to craft a world that guests can fully immerse themselves in.

In recent years, Nicole has brought her talents to companies like Coolblue, Daarom, and KLM, designing custom escape games that engage teams and foster collaboration. She also works with other escape room businesses, revamping their puzzles, storylines, and overall guest experiences to elevate their offerings.

Nicole’s superpowers include a unique combination of creativity, sharp business insight, and an infectious enthusiasm that allows her to see opportunities, and craft innovative solutions and wow moments!

ᴇxᴘᴇʀɪᴇɴᴄᴇ ʙᴏᴏꜱᴛᴇʀ ✨ | ɢᴀᴍɪꜰɪᴄᴀᴛɪᴏɴ, ꜱᴛᴏʀʏᴛᴇʟʟɪɴɢ & ʜᴏꜱᴘɪᴛᴀʟɪᴛʏ | ɢɪᴠᴀʙɪʟɪᴛʏ | ᴇʀ ɢᴀᴍᴇ (ʀᴇ-)ᴅᴇꜱɪɢɴ Nicole de Leeuw is an innovative experience creator specializing in exceptional hospitality service and the art of gamification. With a background i... Show more

Emad is a Google Developer Expert from Pakistan. Currently a Senior Software Engineer at Bayer.

He has been a Top Trending Developer on GitHub and contributes regularly to open source. He has spoken at Tech Conferences in UK, Denmark, US, Pakistan, & Malaysia.

Emad is a Google Developer Expert from Pakistan. Currently a Senior Software Engineer at Bayer. He has been a Top Trending Developer on GitHub and contributes regularly to open source. He has spoken at Tech Conferences in UK, Denmark, US, Pakistan... Show more

Rajesh Kolli is a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of extensive experience in implementing and managing Oracle Utilities ERP MDM, Oracle Utilities Analytics, IBM Cognos, and a broad range of middleware technologies. With a solid foundation in Information Technology, holding a Bachelor's degree from JNTUK, India, and a Master's in Information Systems from Fairfax University of America, Rajesh has consistently demonstrated his expertise in driving system efficiencies and delivering impactful business solutions.

Throughout his career, Rajesh has been at the forefront of deploying and optimizing both on-premise and cloud-based solutions. His technical acumen spans across various platforms and technologies, including Oracle Utilities, SOA Suite, OBIEE, and Tableau, to name a few. He has a proven track record in complex data integration, process orchestration, and business intelligence, where his skills in data warehousing, ETL processes, and advanced reporting have significantly contributed to operational success.

Rajesh's role as a Senior Oracle Utilities and Cognos Developer at Kansas City BPU underscores his capability in modernizing legacy systems and ensuring seamless data migration to Oracle's latest cloud solutions. His contributions in custom report development, ETL code delivery, and performance tuning have been pivotal in enhancing system reliability and user experience.

His expertise is further highlighted by his experience in middleware development, where he has managed large-scale integrations and system upgrades, particularly in SOA and OSB environments. Rajesh's ability to navigate complex technical landscapes, coupled with his strong problem-solving skills, makes him an invaluable asset in any technology-driven organization.

Rajesh is driven by a passion for technology and a commitment to continuous learning. His experience, combined with his educational background, equips him with a unique perspective on both the strategic and technical aspects of IT projects. He is currently focused on leveraging his skills to drive innovation and efficiency in the utilities sector, with a keen interest in advancing his knowledge in emerging technologies and methodologies.

Rajesh Kolli is a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of extensive experience in implementing and managing Oracle Utilities ERP MDM, Oracle Utilities Analytics, IBM Cognos, and a broad range of middleware technologies. With a solid foundation... Show more

Tech Generalist | DevOps, Programming, Lean | Passionately optimizing processes, building Teams and creating a sustainable future

Tech Generalist | DevOps, Programming, Lean | Passionately optimizing processes, building Teams and creating a sustainable future Show more

Gege Marjorie is a trained Agronomist, with over 6 years of active volunteering experience on Environmental and Human rights advocacy with Greenpeace Africa in Cameroon. Her journey in the Internet Governance (IG) space began with her volunteering during the 17th session of the IGF in Addis Ababa-Ethiopia, after which she got integrated into the Cameroon IGF team, serving as a Youth IGF coordinator and as a member of the national executive secretariat. The School of Internet Governance (SIG) by PRIDA and the Internet Society’s (ISOC) E-learning course on IG through the Young Ambassadors Program (YAP), brought a new light of inspiration to Marjorie, as she intends to promote youth engagement for sustainable development, through her new local NGO; Emerge Africa and her start-up; Sabgena. Being mindful of the importance of IG to global economic sustainability, Marjorie joined the ISOC Cybersecurity Special Interest Group (SIG) for knowledge increase on security issues linked to digitalization and is an Instructional Facilitator for the Pan African Youth Ambassadors for Internet Governance.

Marjorie believes nothing is impossible when the right actions are taken towards the right direction.

Gege Marjorie is a trained Agronomist, with over 6 years of active volunteering experience on Environmental and Human rights advocacy with Greenpeace Africa in Cameroon. Her journey in the Internet Governance (IG) space began with her volunteering du... Show more

Mohit Bhoite works as a senior hardware engineer at Particle, where he designs and builds their flagship IoT products. He is also an avid maker who dedicates his personal time to building free-formed electronic circuit sculptures. He combines his background in electronics and robotics to create static and kinetic sculptures that convey information fetched over the internet through sound, light, and motion. These sculptures sometimes take on an anthropomorphic form thereby leading the viewer to attach personalities and emotions to them.

Mohit holds a master’s degree in Robotics from the University of Pennsylvania. He spent his time there as a research assistant at the ModLab helping build the next generation of modular robotics. Prior to this, he worked at a startup in Mumbai, India, developing robotic kits and conducting STEM focused workshops for high school and university students all across the country.

Mohit Bhoite works as a senior hardware engineer at Particle, where he designs and builds their flagship IoT products. He is also an avid maker who dedicates his personal time to building free-formed electronic circuit sculptures. He combines his bac... Show more

Wolf Donat is a seasoned Senior Software Architect with a career spanning over a decade. His expertise lies in the realm of designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated hardware and software systems, tailored to meet customer requirements.

As Software Architect at Arc Machines Inc., Wolf has been exploring the adoption of different generative AI solutions into the company's embedded systems, with the intent of redesigning the user interface experience and enhancing efficiency.

Wolf Donat is a seasoned Senior Software Architect with a career spanning over a decade. His expertise lies in the realm of designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated hardware and software systems, tailored to meet customer requirements. ... Show more

Chris Roth is Principal Data Scientist at Preteckt, a Memphis-based technology startup that uses machine learning to predict maintenance issues in vehicles weeks before they cause downtime. His work includes data modelling and analysis to categorize anomalous conditions in vehicular systems. He collaborates with Preteckt's team of data scientists, engineers, and diesel technicians to provide Vehicle Prognostics as a Service. His philosophy on Data Science is available at https://github.com/czroth/philosophy-of-data-science.

Chris Roth is Principal Data Scientist at Preteckt, a Memphis-based technology startup that uses machine learning to predict maintenance issues in vehicles weeks before they cause downtime. His work includes data modelling and analysis to categorize ... Show more

Matt Gillingham (he/him) is a data science and AI executive on a mission to improve public health and well-being through innovative applications of data, AI, and digital technology. He leads Abt Global’s Responsible AI practice, where he brings 25 years of experience to public sector delivery of AI solutions like policy simulation, prediction and forecasting, and domain-specific LLMs.

Matt Gillingham (he/him) is a data science and AI executive on a mission to improve public health and well-being through innovative applications of data, AI, and digital technology. He leads Abt Global’s Responsible AI practice, where he brings 25 ye... Show more

Kurush Mistry stands out internationally as a leading analyst specializing in Oil and Renewable Fuels. Originating from India, he ascended through the ranks of academia to graduate from one of the premier management schools in the country. His career trajectory has seen him embrace roles at several vital global institutions, navigating through numerous pivotal transitions within the industry. Alongside his professional commitments, he is an enthusiastic musician and traveler, embracing the dynamic lifestyle of his adopted city, New York.

His academic journey began in Chennai, India, where he pursued Commerce at the collegiate level. He distinguished himself early on by qualifying as a chartered accountant and achieving top ranks nationally in all three exams, a testament to his proficiency equivalent to that of a certified public accountant in the US. Seeking to expand his expertise, he later acquired an MBA focusing on finance from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. This period was crucial for developing his strategic thinking and collaborative skills, enriched by interactions with diverse peers.

Mistry's professional path was initiated at Lehman Brothers in Tokyo in 2003, where he was part of the Interest Rate Strategies Team. This role marked his first foray into the global financial arena, offering him extensive exposure to complex financial instruments and a new cultural milieu. He transitioned to Lehman's New York office in 2005, where he made significant strides in managing a diverse portfolio involving US Government Bonds and Interest Rate Derivatives until 2008, gaining a solid reputation among some of the largest US financial institutions.

Following the upheaval of the 2009 financial crisis, Mistry successfully pivoted to a new role at Morgan Stanley, engaging deeply with the oil trading sector. There, he was instrumental in shaping analytics for the firm's US gasoline and diesel operations and ventured into trading physical and paper gasoline. This experience notably deepened his analytical capabilities and client engagement strategies.

In 2014, Mistry embarked on a significant tenure with Freepoint Commodities as their chief Oil analyst. Over nearly a decade, he significantly enhanced their analytical frameworks, particularly in integrating alternative data post-COVID. He broadened his expertise to include renewable fuels and feedstocks—critical areas in the evolving energy landscape.

On a personal level, Mistry has been a New Yorker since 2005, thoroughly integrating into the city's vibrant and diverse culture. His leisure time is often spent with his guitar, exploring musical landscapes, reading about politics and non-fiction, and traveling to explore global cultures and natural wonders.

Kurush Mistry's venture into film production in 2009, where he co-produced a feature film in New York, exemplifies his willingness to explore creative and entrepreneurial endeavors beyond his professional domain. Mistry is also dedicated to philanthropy, actively supporting causes related to hunger, refugees, legal aid, and environmental protection. Recently, he has devoted time to volunteering with organizations focused on caring for older people and minimizing food waste.

Kurush Mistry stands out internationally as a leading analyst specializing in Oil and Renewable Fuels. Originating from India, he ascended through the ranks of academia to graduate from one of the premier management schools in the country. His career... Show more

I am a world traveler who had no idea how to break into tech and now I manage teams worldwide. I am an AI and Data enthusiast.

I am a world traveler who had no idea how to break into tech and now I manage teams worldwide. I am an AI and Data enthusiast. Show more

Full stack developer with an unconventional twist: I blend the precision of a biochemist, the problem-solving skills of a software engineer, and the clarity of a technical writer. My journey from lab benches to code editors has given me a unique perspective on technology and its applications. I love octopuses, I mean, they do have incredible problem-solving abilities.

Full stack developer with an unconventional twist: I blend the precision of a biochemist, the problem-solving skills of a software engineer, and the clarity of a technical writer. My journey from lab benches to code editors has given me a unique pers... Show more

Breccan is CEO and Founder of Ackama, a software development company with offices in New Zealand, and Australia. He believes in applying pragmatic solutions to make lives better.

Breccan is CEO and Founder of Ackama, a software development company with offices in New Zealand, and Australia. He believes in applying pragmatic solutions to make lives better. Show more

Chef du département de l'appui territorial et animation du collaboratif (DATAc)

Chef du département de l'appui territorial et animation du collaboratif (DATAc) Show more

25 years in IT and Cybersecurity spanning the corporate and public sector. CISSP and ISO27001 Lead Auditor certified with a background in infrastructure and networking, Todd now spends his time helping customers with their Cyber Security approach using the Microsoft security stack.

25 years in IT and Cybersecurity spanning the corporate and public sector. CISSP and ISO27001 Lead Auditor certified with a background in infrastructure and networking, Todd now spends his time helping customers with their Cyber Security approach us... Show more

Matt is GP at Hyla Funds one the best performing crypto fund of funds Co- Founder of DecentraNet a transformative technology advisory and investment firm focusing on blockchain, impact and psychedelic medicines. He is an investor in the first token sales in the world including Mastercoin, Ethereum, Maidsafe, Storj, Cosmos, Swarm. He cofounded d10e the world's largest decentralization conference with 26 events over 20 countries and Cryptopsychedelic a conference dedicated to exploring in blockchain and psychedelic science to discuss new possibilities in research, innovation, and community building.

Matt is GP at Hyla Funds one the best performing crypto fund of funds Co- Founder of DecentraNet a transformative technology advisory and investment firm focusing on blockchain, impact and psychedelic medicines. He is an investor in the first token s... Show more

Building the open metaverse

Building the open metaverse Show more

Comecei a fazer minha transição de carreira da área de gestão de contratos e contabilidade para agilidade em 2020, no meio da pandemia, fiz minha primeira entrevista de emprego online e dentro da companhia, em 2021 fui convidada a trabalhar na gerência de agilidade em escala da Petrobras, que faz parte da gerência geral de transformação digital, e me certificar como SPC e ser Consultora SAFe, desde então estou junto a gerência fazendo a transformação na Petrobras em mais de 21 gerências executivas impactadas e 7 diretorias.

Comecei a fazer minha transição de carreira da área de gestão de contratos e contabilidade para agilidade em 2020, no meio da pandemia, fiz minha primeira entrevista de emprego online e dentro da companhia, em 2021 fui convidada a trabalhar na gerênc... Show more

With a Chemical Engineering and MBA Degree, she has corporate experience working for multinational companies such as Procter & Gamble and Lufthansa Technik in the Philippines in the areas of Strategy, Digitalization, Innovation, Finance, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Program and Project Management. This has enabled her to work with cross-functional and multi-cultural teams. With a freelance experience in consulting, creating business plans and digital transformation strategies in the areas of e-commerce, tourism and mobile applications, she recently co-founded I-AM Consulting working on innovation, project management and training services currently focused in the Aviation industry. She co-founded the social venture AtoANI that provides solutions to enable a data-based sustainable agriculture. She has also created some courses for Pluralsight in the following domains: Data (mostly in this domain), ITOps, and Business.

With a Chemical Engineering and MBA Degree, she has corporate experience working for multinational companies such as Procter & Gamble and Lufthansa Technik in the Philippines in the areas of Strategy, Digitalization, Innovation, Finance, Logistics, Q... Show more

Building the first alchemy game on Solana with over 1.5 Million transactions on chain and 100,000s of NFTs minted.

Building the first alchemy game on Solana with over 1.5 Million transactions on chain and 100,000s of NFTs minted. Show more

Elizabeth Tran is a TEDx Speaker, Miss Nation of States, and a Web Designer with her business, Digit-Eli. he built her first website when she was 12 – starting her non-profit Teens Go Green Global. After graduating with a B.B.A. in Marketing at the University of Miami, she then studied Web Design and Online Communication for her M.A. at the University of Florida. Over the past 5 years, she had a successful career in digital marketing and IT at a corporate level. Leveraging her corporate experience, Elizabeth has transitioned to focus on scaling her entrepreneurial ventures as a web designer, model, and blogger. Her other interests also include pageants, modeling, and promoting zero waste practices by creating "trash fashions."

Elizabeth Tran is a TEDx Speaker, Miss Nation of States, and a Web Designer with her business, Digit-Eli. he built her first website when she was 12 – starting her non-profit Teens Go Green Global. After graduating with a B.B.A. in Marketing at the U... Show more

Vipul Siddharth, currently working as the Open Source Innovation Specialist at UNICEF Office of Innovation, has over 8 years of diverse experience in open source communities - From developer, operations, infrastructure engineering, to leadership positions encompassing mentorship and DEI.
At UNICEF, he helps establishing Open Source guidelines & policies, evaluates startups for the Venture Fund, and helps humanitarian innovators understand and leverage the power of open source for impactful solutions.

Vipul Siddharth, currently working as the Open Source Innovation Specialist at UNICEF Office of Innovation, has over 8 years of diverse experience in open source communities - From developer, operations, infrastructure engineering, to leadership posi... Show more

Meet Bill Bensing, the tech guru who discovered the power of Notepad and hasn't stopped fueling the world with tech ever since. He's passionate about creating inclusive environments that allow anyone to develop software and takes pride in building Shadow IT organizations. Yes, you heard that right - he believes in the magic of Shadow IT and how it can drive real Business-IT alignment.

As if that weren't impressive enough, Bill is also a co-author of Investments Unlimited. The book describes bringing security, compliance, and audit into the software delivery lifecycle by automating governance. It's a novel that will make you want to trade your favorite book for it!

But that's not all. Bill's day job is the founder of Attestify and a Governance Engineering evangelist. By night, he's a dreamer, researcher, and creator of various open-source projects. You could say he's a tech superhero fighting for a better world!

Meet Bill Bensing, the tech guru who discovered the power of Notepad and hasn't stopped fueling the world with tech ever since. He's passionate about creating inclusive environments that allow anyone to develop software and takes pride in building Sh... Show more

Haggai Dror brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in American infrastructure development, holding key positions such as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Shikun & Binui Group. With a focus on change management, Haggai has successfully led executive committees and managed multimillion-dollar projects, navigating diverse cultural dynamics and achieving collective goals. Notable projects under Haggai's leadership include the PA Major Bridges P3 and Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Project P3. As Managing Director at S&B USA eMobility, Haggai played a pivotal role in establishing a division, showcasing adaptability and a forward-thinking approach. Whether overseeing project integration or spearheading innovative initiatives, Haggai's career underscores a commitment to effective change management and successful outcomes in the dynamic infrastructure development landscape.

Haggai Dror brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in American infrastructure development, holding key positions such as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Shikun & Binui Group. With a focus on change management, Haggai has su... Show more

Electronic Engineer with a passion for life, helping people and a lover of Colombia, I bring over a decade of diverse experience in the tech industry, facing different challenges throughout my career, as developer, tester and ultimately, to a leadership role as Director Software Engineering at adidas.

Electronic Engineer with a passion for life, helping people and a lover of Colombia, I bring over a decade of diverse experience in the tech industry, facing different challenges throughout my career, as developer, tester and ultimately, to a leaders... Show more

Valerie Phoenix is a technologist who focuses on creating user-centered digital experiences as a full-time Engineering Manager. To help spread the financial wealth offered by the tech industry, Valerie founded Tech By Choice, a nonprofit that is working to increase diversity in the tech industry by providing low to no-cost events for individuals in protected groups.

Valerie Phoenix is a technologist who focuses on creating user-centered digital experiences as a full-time Engineering Manager. To help spread the financial wealth offered by the tech industry, Valerie founded Tech By Choice, a nonprofit that is work... Show more

As a founder and consultant, Amanda has watched for the future of work and applied it to teams for over 15 years. In that time, she has been up close to the work of some of the world's best leaders, investors and founders. She has learned how they separate signal from noise to shape their destinies. It's her mission in life to help the rest of us mere mortals do the same.

As a founder and consultant, Amanda has watched for the future of work and applied it to teams for over 15 years. In that time, she has been up close to the work of some of the world's best leaders, investors and founders. She has learned how they se... Show more