Ishneet has reached wide audiences through her writing and speaking engagements. She has authored eight popular blogs focused on sustainability in the cloud computing space which have amassed over 100,000 views. She was also a featured speaker at both the 2022 and 2023 AWS Re:Invent conferences, using these prominent stages to outline strategies for optimizing cloud workloads to reduce carbon footprints. In addition, Ishneet spoke at the 2022 and 2023 Cadence Live conferences about sustainability in tech. She also organized a "Code Green" hackathon at AWS Re:Invent 2021, bringing together 400 attendees to innovate around environmental sustainability.
Ishneet has established herself as a go-to expert on leveraging AI and machine learning to combat climate change, pollution, and other sustainability challenges. Ishneet has also directly trained hundreds of engineers and technologists on how to adopt more sustainable practices. This includes leading nationwide sustainability bootcamps and localized training sessions in the San Francisco area focused on responsible and eco-friendly approaches to AI and machine learning. Through her prolific writing, speaking, and training, Ishneet has demonstrated a passion for and commitment to advancing sustainability in the tech sector. As the industry continues prioritizing greener ways of operating, her expertise and advocacy will no doubt continue making an impact.

Ishneet has reached wide audiences through her writing and speaking engagements. She has authored eight popular blogs focused on sustainability in the cloud computing space which have amassed over 100,000 views. She was also a featured speaker at bot... Show more

Mijn passie voor hernieuwbare energie heeft me geleid tot baanbrekende projecten, van restwarmterecuperatie in China tot het grootste drijvende zonnepark van België. Met de oprichting van Reeload zet ik me in voor de versnelling van de Europese elektrificatie door slimme laad-, opslag- en hoogspanningsoplossingen.

Mijn passie voor hernieuwbare energie heeft me geleid tot baanbrekende projecten, van restwarmterecuperatie in China tot het grootste drijvende zonnepark van België. Met de oprichting van Reeload zet ik me in voor de versnelling van de Europese elekt... Show more

Source Allies, Software Engineer

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Megan Taylor is a Senior Engineering Technician at Illinois American Water. She began her career in the utility industry in 2015 with a focus on buried gas and electric systems. In 2018, she joined Illinois American Water’s Engineering group. She is a recognized water industry leader with experience in project planning, water resource management, water system acquisitions, program development, and research study design and execution.

Highlights of her contributions at Illinois American Water include developing the Company’s lead service line replacement program as well as developing and overseeing corrosion control and change in source water studies. While Megan contributes to many other efforts within the engineering team, these two programs highlight her commitment to customer satisfaction and water quality. In fact, as a result of her leadership on the Glen Carbon Source Change Study, Megan was recognized nationally by American Water with a Spotlight Award for Excellence and Innovation in Research and Development. In addition, the successful completion of the study resulted in Illinois American Water serving approximately 6,000 additional sale for resale customers. The study was deemed the approved testing procedure for Illinois American Water by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

In addition to her work at Illinois American Water, Megan is also the Chairperson of the Illinois Section AWWA’s Leadership in Total Water committee. She enjoys collaborating with her colleagues and other water industry experts. She hopes to inspire other young professionals, including young female professionals, to make meaningful contributions for quality water service today and for future generations.

Megan Taylor is a Senior Engineering Technician at Illinois American Water. She began her career in the utility industry in 2015 with a focus on buried gas and electric systems. In 2018, she joined Illinois American Water’s Engineering group. She i... Show more

Working in the field of IoT, Full Stack development, Voice automation, and firmware engineering, I am a Google Certified Android Developer and an Intel Software Innovator. I have co-founded AutoNxt Automation Pvt. Ltd. and working on the concept of World's first electric autonomous tractor. Currently leading the full stack development and exploring blockchain solutions in the healthcare industry.

Working in the field of IoT, Full Stack development, Voice automation, and firmware engineering, I am a Google Certified Android Developer and an Intel Software Innovator. I have co-founded AutoNxt Automation Pvt. Ltd. and working on the concept of W... Show more

Dr. Sam Mokhtari is the global sustainability pillar lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS). He got his Ph.D. from QUT back in 2014. After graduating from QUT, he worked at CSIRO and developed several AI-enabled solutions to help senior people have a safe and independent living in their smart homes. Before joining AWS, he was at Deloitte as a specialist lead, managing large-scale implementation projects focusing on emerging digital technologies to deliver economic and safety value to the customers in agile steps.

Dr. Sam Mokhtari is the global sustainability pillar lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS). He got his Ph.D. from QUT back in 2014. After graduating from QUT, he worked at CSIRO and developed several AI-enabled solutions to help senior people have a safe... Show more

Je m’appelle Dihariniaina Rabearimanana, étudiante de 22 ans en informatique, spécialisé en intelligence artificielle et Big Data, basé à Antananarivo. Passionné par l’impact social de la technologie, je suis engagé dans le développement des enfants, les droits des femmes et la durabilité environnementale. Avec des compétences en gestion de projet, design UI/UX et développement IA, j’ai eu l’opportunité de fonder MIABO Madagascar, une entreprise sociale dédiée au soutien éducatif.

Mon expérience professionnelle inclut des rôles de chef de projet IT, développeur en intelligence artificielle, et responsable de communication. J’ai travaillé chez GE-IT(Grande École de l’Innovation Technologique) sur des projets technologiques avancés, contribué à la sensibilisation à la santé via l’IA avec le LIAM( Laboratoire d’Intelligence Artificielle de Madagascar), pris en charge des stratégies de communication pour un projet au sein de Tily Eto Madagasikara et l’UNICEF Madagascar et actuellement, membre de l’équipe nationale de TEM dans le département Innovation et transformation Digital. Mes engagements m’ont valu des distinctions, comme le Prix du Public au concours MIME (Mon idée Mon Entreprise ) 2024 en Angola, une accélération en Pédagogie Numérique de Creathon 2024 en France et une bourse pour l’École d’Été en Intelligence Artificielle 2024 au Bénin.

Parlant couramment le malgache, le français et l’anglais, je suis aussi passionné par le judo, la robotique et la découverte culturelle, et je suis déterminé à contribuer activement à l’innovation et au changement social positif.

Partager des opportunités, les belles impacts que chaque jeune peut apporter est ma motivation pour devenir speaker lors du DevFest 2024.

Je m’appelle Dihariniaina Rabearimanana, étudiante de 22 ans en informatique, spécialisé en intelligence artificielle et Big Data, basé à Antananarivo. Passionné par l’impact social de la technologie, je suis engagé dans le développement des enfants,... Show more

If you're into thrills, check out Snow Rider for an exhilarating ride down the slopes!

If you're into thrills, check out Snow Rider for an exhilarating ride down the slopes! Show more

Jeannie is currently the Arcadis Midwest Area Manager, Program Manager and National Funding Expert. She also has been instrumental in acting as the liaison for various clients' SRF and Grant funding programs, including over $1B in water related loans and grants over the last 6 years. She has been in the program management and program controls field for over 25 years, with consulting experience primarily in oil and gas, utility, and municipal clients. Jeannie has developed and maintained many multibillion-dollar capital budgets on large scale projects and programs both domestically and internationally throughout her career. Recently, she has served as the Deputy Program Manager for the Chicago DWM CIP program responsible for strategic advisory services related to force account, project controls, program funding, lead service line program, and Orion IT services. She has her Master of Business Administration, PMI Project Management Professional Certification, and is an Axelos Managing Successful Programmes practitioner.

Jeannie is currently the Arcadis Midwest Area Manager, Program Manager and National Funding Expert. She also has been instrumental in acting as the liaison for various clients' SRF and Grant funding programs, including over $1B in water related loans... Show more