Hi, I’m Mitul Desai, Marketing Manager at Avore Electric. I am proud to be part of a company that is driving the future of sustainable mobility in India through innovative electric motorcycles designed for modern urban riders. At Avore Electric, we focus on developing advanced EV bikes that combine performance, intelligent battery technology, rider safety, energy efficiency, and contemporary design to deliver a practical and enjoyable riding experience.

Our mission is to make clean transportation more accessible by offering reliable electric two-wheelers that meet the everyday commuting needs of customers while supporting a greener future. We are committed to creating motorcycles that are stylish, durable, and built for long-term convenience without compromising on quality or performance.

Working closely with riders and industry trends, I help communicate the value of smart electric mobility solutions across key markets, including Ahmedabad, Surat, and Pune. It is rewarding to be part of a team that is dedicated to innovation, customer satisfaction, and the advancement of future-ready transportation solutions for communities across India.

Hi, I’m Mitul Desai, Marketing Manager at Avore Electric. I am proud to be part of a company that is driving the future of sustainable mobility in India through innovative electric motorcycles designed for modern urban riders. At Avore Electric, we f... Show more

Michelle Koyaro Matengo is an Urban Development Specialist and Research Manager with over five years of experience in participatory research, climate resilience, urban health, and community development in Kenya's informal settlements. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning, a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Counselling, and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Climate Change and Adaptation.

Her work focuses on generating evidence to inform inclusive urban policy and practice, with expertise spanning climate adaptation, housing, livelihoods, mental health, and Nature-based Solutions. Michelle has led and contributed to multidisciplinary research and implementation projects in partnership with local communities, government institutions, universities, and international organizations, translating research into practical interventions that strengthen community resilience.

Beyond research, Michelle is a mental health advocate committed to integrating psychosocial well-being into climate action. She has championed community-led initiatives that create safe spaces for young people through art therapy and climate resilience programming. She is also experienced in mixed-methods research, data analysis, knowledge translation, and communicating complex evidence through accessible visual and policy products.

Her research interests include climate adaptation, urban health, informal settlements, mental health, and participatory approaches to generating evidence for equitable urban policy and practice.

Michelle Koyaro Matengo is an Urban Development Specialist and Research Manager with over five years of experience in participatory research, climate resilience, urban health, and community development in Kenya's informal settlements. She holds a Bac... Show more

Kimberley Bezuidenhout is a software engineering student, researcher, and emerging speaker focused on AI systems architecture, AI governance, infrastructure efficiency, and responsible technology deployment in emerging markets.

Drawing on a background in law and software engineering, she explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, verification, data sovereignty, compliance, and sustainable infrastructure. Her work examines how organizations can build AI systems that are not only capable and scalable, but also transparent, accountable, and aligned with real-world operational constraints.

Kimberley is particularly interested in AI verification, agent reliability, energy-efficient computing, and the challenges of deploying intelligent systems in environments where infrastructure, regulation, and resource availability differ significantly from those assumed by many global technology solutions.

Through speaking, writing, and research, she advocates for practical approaches to AI adoption that balance innovation with trust, governance, and long-term sustainability.

Kimberley Bezuidenhout is a software engineering student, researcher, and emerging speaker focused on AI systems architecture, AI governance, infrastructure efficiency, and responsible technology deployment in emerging markets. Drawing on a backgr... Show more

For the past ten years, I've worked with agile frameworks, assisting communities and my teams in delivering products and cultivating a judgment-free environment.
My three main work focuses are continuous improvement of people's knowledge, product delivery, and work environment.
I'm an agile community partner in both Brazil and Germany.
My mission is to help people improve their knowledge and professional value within organizations while also fostering an environment with a strong agile culture.

For the past ten years, I've worked with agile frameworks, assisting communities and my teams in delivering products and cultivating a judgment-free environment. My three main work focuses are continuous improvement of people's knowledge, product de... Show more

Anjali Kumari is a B.Tech Computer Science student specializing in IoT, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Computing. She serves as the Vice President of the IoT Club at Dronacharya College of Engineering, where she has organized and delivered technical sessions on emerging technologies.

Passionate about cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and networking, Anjali enjoys simplifying complex concepts through practical demonstrations and hands-on workshops. She is currently building cloud-native applications using AWS, Docker, Linux, and Python while continuously expanding her knowledge of modern infrastructure technologies.

She has completed a Cloud Internship with F13 Technologies and actively contributes to the student developer community by mentoring peers, organizing technical events, and encouraging hands-on learning.

Her current interests include Cloud Computing, DevOps, Infrastructure Automation, Containerization, and Open Source technologies.

Anjali Kumari is a B.Tech Computer Science student specializing in IoT, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Computing. She serves as the Vice President of the IoT Club at Dronacharya College of Engineering, where she has organized and delivered technical sessio... Show more

Thibaud is an SRE working at Giant Swarm and has been part of both the Observability and Networking teams.

He is passionate about everything Kubernetes and open source related and tries to contribute as much as possible in such projects. He also strives to make IT infrastructures environmentally sustainable by driving a SIG dedicated to this topic in his company.

Outside of work, he trains like an athlete: combining trail running, backcountry skiing and street lifting which take most of his free time.

Thibaud is an SRE working at Giant Swarm and has been part of both the Observability and Networking teams. He is passionate about everything Kubernetes and open source related and tries to contribute as much as possible in such projects. He also ... Show more

Hello, i'm a french Android developer at Leboncoin, where I actively contribute to the development of sustainable and innovative solutions. I am deeply invested in promoting eco-friendly practices within my company and beyond by aligning technological advancements with environmental responsibility.

Hello, i'm a french Android developer at Leboncoin, where I actively contribute to the development of sustainable and innovative solutions. I am deeply invested in promoting eco-friendly practices within my company and beyond by aligning technologica... Show more

Matteo is a community-addicted enthusiast from the very beginning: since its founding in 2013, he has been the community manager of RomaJS, dedicating part of his time to creating environments for sharing and technical dissemination. He loves JavaScript in all its forms, as well as PHP.

In his free time, he is the CEO of Impronta Advance, a trainer, a consultant on web architectures, a speaker, and in his spare time, he studies and experiments live on Twitch.

Matteo is a community-addicted enthusiast from the very beginning: since its founding in 2013, he has been the community manager of RomaJS, dedicating part of his time to creating environments for sharing and technical dissemination. He loves JavaScr... Show more

Madiha Shakil Mirza is an Artificial Intelligence Engineer at Avanade with eight years of professional experience building cutting-edge AI solutions for clients across various industries. Madiha’s research background is in Natural Language Processing with a focus on Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). Her research has been published in the most high impact conference for Natural Language Processing. Madiha has been invited to present her research and work at leading AI and Data Science conferences.

Madiha Shakil Mirza is an Artificial Intelligence Engineer at Avanade with eight years of professional experience building cutting-edge AI solutions for clients across various industries. Madiha’s research background is in Natural Language Processing... 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

Kieran is a Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform Solution Architect with over a decade of Microsoft Business Applications delivery experience across enterprise clients in both the public and private sector.

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Kieran supports organisations through digital transformation and the adoption of new Microsoft technologies, including AI-powered business applications and agents.

Kieran is a Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform Solution Architect with over a decade of Microsoft Business Applications delivery experience across enterprise clients in both the public and private sector. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, K... Show more

Chad Crawford is a third-generation Floridian and a seven-time Emmy Award-winning TV host and outdoor adventurer with a unique perspective on Florida unlike anyone else in the world. Over his 25-year career, he has dedicated himself to telling the story of the state he loves. Chad has collaborated with major government agencies, conservation groups, and tourism organizations, giving him a rare perspective into the tourism industry. In his current role as Director of Strategic Partnerships with Conservation Florida, he continues to build valuable relationships to help protect the state's natural resources. Chad is a father of four and resides in Lake Mary. He enjoys fishing, camping, open water swimming, and taking on whatever adventures Florida can serve up.

Chad Crawford is a third-generation Floridian and a seven-time Emmy Award-winning TV host and outdoor adventurer with a unique perspective on Florida unlike anyone else in the world. Over his 25-year career, he has dedicated himself to telling the st... Show more

Christophe Martinot is an international speaker, transformation advisor, and author of SPIRAL UP®, a framework designed to help individuals, teams, and organizations grow stronger through agility and resilience.

A former executive with over two decades of leadership experience in FMCG, pharma, and medical devices, Christophe has held strategic roles at L’Oréal, Danone, Abbott, and Sanofi.

As Managing Director and Co-Founder of SeedingEnergy, he now guides organizations across the USA, UK, and Europe in redefining their ways of working, building cultures that are more agile, human-centered, and purpose-driven.

He is a co-author of the Agile Customer Centricity Manifesto, part of the global leadership group shaping Agile Marketing Manifesto 2.0, and a co-initiator of the Business Agility Hub.

Christophe also shares his passion for agility and transformation with the next generation of leaders, teaching Agile Ways of Working at IED Barcelona and as a guest professor at ESADE.

A pragmatic optimist, he brings energy, empathy, and real-world experience to every stage, inspiring leaders and teams to Spiral Up through every challenge.
He works fluently in English, French, and Spanish.

Christophe Martinot is an international speaker, transformation advisor, and author of SPIRAL UP®, a framework designed to help individuals, teams, and organizations grow stronger through agility and resilience. A former executive with over two de... Show more

Vivo en Argentina, soy Tech Lead en Globely (by Bytetravel) en España, donde lidero la arquitectura y desarrollo de soluciones inteligentes combinando automatización, IA y herramientas de low code y código tradicional. Tengo más de 10 años de experiencia como desarrollador fullstack (Laravel, NestJS, Angular, NextJS) y en los últimos años me especialicé en integrar modelos de lenguaje (LLMs), agentes personalizados, y flujos automatizados con herramientas como n8n, Ollama, LM Studio y Cursor. Trabajo con proyectos de infraestructura híbrida y me enfoco en llevar la IA al día a día mediante automatizaciones prácticas, usando herramientas libres o auto-hosteadas. Me interesa explorar conceptos como el Model Context Protocol para generar flujos más dinámicos y contextuales, tanto para uso personal como profesional.

Vivo en Argentina, soy Tech Lead en Globely (by Bytetravel) en España, donde lidero la arquitectura y desarrollo de soluciones inteligentes combinando automatización, IA y herramientas de low code y código tradicional. Tengo más de 10 años de experie... Show more

100% agile DNA, boosted with Solution-Focus brief coaching, narrative practices, MGT3.0, Host-Leadership, Heart of Agile, I'm currently on the road to my new life, 100% focused on my NGO Agility With No Borders (www.awnb.org). Our mission is to help people achieve financial, social and professional autonomy, using the best practices of agile culture, enhanced by our dialogic signature. On our agenda: employability, social & eco-responsabile agile micro-entrepreneurship, development of essential 21st century skills (critical thinking, innovative problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, leadership, resilience... and AI). www.awnb.org.

100% agile DNA, boosted with Solution-Focus brief coaching, narrative practices, MGT3.0, Host-Leadership, Heart of Agile, I'm currently on the road to my new life, 100% focused on my NGO Agility With No Borders (www.awnb.org). Our mission is to help ... Show more

He is a manager of a renewable energy startup besides a professor at Kochi University of Technology. One of his interests is to develop a new platform for developing distributed industrial systems with Nerves. He received his Ph.D. from Tokyo Institute of Technology for his work on no-imperative languages in 1996.

He is a manager of a renewable energy startup besides a professor at Kochi University of Technology. One of his interests is to develop a new platform for developing distributed industrial systems with Nerves. He received his Ph.D. from Tokyo Institu... Show more

Hi, I'm Lokendra Singh Rathod, a passionate Dynamics 365 Business Central Consultant at Indid Consulting Private Limited in Bangalore, the Silicon Valley of India. I specialize in automating BC environments and leveraging AI for efficient operations. Holding the Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Business Central Developer Associate (MB-820) certification, I'm deeply enthusiastic about emerging technologies, and I love driving innovative solutions that help small business partners save time and costs in their implementations. I enjoy sharing practical insights to empower consultants, developers, and ISVs in the BC ecosystem—follow me on X (formerly Twitter) at @DynamicsSinghh, where I post daily about BC technology and AI.

Hi, I'm Lokendra Singh Rathod, a passionate Dynamics 365 Business Central Consultant at Indid Consulting Private Limited in Bangalore, the Silicon Valley of India. I specialize in automating BC environments and leveraging AI for efficient operations.... Show more

Passionate and dedicated to achieving great solutions in Dynamics 365

Passionate and dedicated to achieving great solutions in Dynamics 365 Show more

Dr. Kendra Pöhlmann, Dr. der Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit den Schwerpunkten Strategie und Nachhaltigkeit. Als wiss. Mitarbeiterin, Dozentin und Speakerin liegt ihr die nachhaltige Unternehmensentwicklung insbes. von, mit und für Frauen am Herzen.

Dr. Kendra Pöhlmann, Dr. der Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit den Schwerpunkten Strategie und Nachhaltigkeit. Als wiss. Mitarbeiterin, Dozentin und Speakerin liegt ihr die nachhaltige Unternehmensentwicklung insbes. von, mit und für Frauen am Herzen. Show more

Taylor Smith, Senior AI Developer Advocate at Red Hat, is an advocate of open source AI innovation and democratization. She has a background in software development, open source technologies like Kubernetes and linux, and technical partnerships. Taylor loves music, animals, and helping to solve real-world problems with technology. Based out of North Carolina.

Taylor Smith, Senior AI Developer Advocate at Red Hat, is an advocate of open source AI innovation and democratization. She has a background in software development, open source technologies like Kubernetes and linux, and technical partnerships. Tayl... Show more

Nandipa Sozoyi is a PhD candidate, transdisciplinary researcher, and systems thinker working at the intersection of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, digital infrastructure, spatial governance, and emerging technologies. Her research explores how knowledge systems function as adaptive infrastructures that inform contemporary challenges in AI, sustainability, governance, and technology design.

She is the founder of Noncedo Development Collective, a South African systems design and research initiative focused on ethical development architectures, knowledge infrastructures, and innovation ecosystems. Her work spans academic research, community innovation, and applied platform development, including community-based initiatives through Zithulele Development Collective and IKS SoMbo Connect, an emerging initiative exploring how Indigenous knowledge can be translated into digital and institutional systems.

Nandipa’s work has received innovation funding, featured in innovation showcases and collaborative initiatives, and increasingly bridges architecture, systems thinking, and technology futures. She also contributes to higher education through research mentorship and studio teaching while building models that connect research, communities, and emerging technologies.

Nandipa Sozoyi is a PhD candidate, transdisciplinary researcher, and systems thinker working at the intersection of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, digital infrastructure, spatial governance, and emerging technologies. Her research explores how knowled... Show more

Alicia is a software developer, musician, and natural resources engineer from Chile. Through consultancies and open-source contributions, she has built digital products committed to social and environmental impact, and her background also includes agroecology and environmental education. Her current work focuses on product engineering and harness engineering: designing the systems, scaffolding, and workflows that make AI agent output trustworthy at scale, so teams can move from reviewing code line by line to gardening the systems that produce it.

Alicia is a software developer, musician, and natural resources engineer from Chile. Through consultancies and open-source contributions, she has built digital products committed to social and environmental impact, and her background also includes ag... Show more

I am a Senior Consultant at Improving. My primary work is designing, implementing and end-to-end testing of Kubernetes cluster life-cycle processes across different cloud providers. I use wide range of technologies in my day-to-day work, including RKE1, RKE2, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP, Alibaba Cloud.

In addition to my engineering role, I hold a PhD in Climate Science from Hokkaido Univerisity, in Sapporo, Japan. My interest in advocating for green cloud design is fueled by my education.

I am a Senior Consultant at Improving. My primary work is designing, implementing and end-to-end testing of Kubernetes cluster life-cycle processes across different cloud providers. I use wide range of technologies in my day-to-day work, including RK... Show more

Siddharth Bellad is an AI builder and product thinker currently completing his Master's at Duke. With a background in process engineering and no CS degree, he taught himself to build with AI and in doing so, ran into every UX wall an AI product can create. He's built MVPs, shipped agents, competed in AI hackathons, and landed a product internship at an enterprise tech company. His perspective is from the inside: what builders actually trade away when moving fast, and what it costs the humans on the other end.

Siddharth Bellad is an AI builder and product thinker currently completing his Master's at Duke. With a background in process engineering and no CS degree, he taught himself to build with AI and in doing so, ran into every UX wall an AI product can c... Show more

Cynthia Taylor is a Clean Energy and Infrastructure Finance Professional based in Dallas, Texas. She currently serves as Director of Finance at TAE Technologies, Inc., where she works to bring fusion energy to commercial reality. Previously, she served as Senior Investment Officer at the U.S. DOE Loan Programs Office, leading groundbreaking energy transition investments in carbon capture and storage, industrial decarbonization, and biofuels. Cynthia holds an MBA from the University of Southern California and is a doctoral candidate at Southern Methodist University. She is passionate about innovative financing solutions that accelerate the clean energy transition.

Cynthia Taylor is a Clean Energy and Infrastructure Finance Professional based in Dallas, Texas. She currently serves as Director of Finance at TAE Technologies, Inc., where she works to bring fusion energy to commercial reality. Previously, she serv... Show more

Jean Seely is a project manager at Kwik Trip, where she leads AI adoption and runs hands-on Copilot training for teams at every skill level. Before Kwik Trip, she spent years at Microsoft as a PM leading GDPR compliance for Windows and Internet Explorer ahead of the 2018 enforcement deadline.

She holds a Master's in Project Management from UW-Platteville, a BS in Applied Mathematics, and certifications including PMP and CIPM.

Outside of work, Jean and her husband Scott run a zero-emissions home in rural Wisconsin — 28.8 kW solar, geothermal heat pump, two EVs — putting them in the top 0.1% of US households by that combination in a cold climate. She talks about sustainability the same way she talks about projects: with the actual numbers, the real failure modes, and the ROI case that makes skeptics quiet.

She writes about practical sustainability and AI at jeanius.cc.

Jean Seely is a project manager at Kwik Trip, where she leads AI adoption and runs hands-on Copilot training for teams at every skill level. Before Kwik Trip, she spent years at Microsoft as a PM leading GDPR compliance for Windows and Internet Explo... Show more

As Software Engineering leader, I bring over 20 years of expertise in enterprise architecture and digital transformation. By leading cross-functional teams, I enable the delivery of secure, scalable solutions that optimize operations and enhance client engagement. My efforts focus on integrating innovative technologies to align with strategic business goals, resulting in measurable outcomes for stakeholders.

With a strong foundation in business architecture and fintech innovation, I excel in modernizing platforms to meet evolving industry demands. Equipped with certifications such as TOGAF, I prioritize seamless system integration, cost efficiency, and regulatory alignment to drive long-term value for organizations. Passionate about solving complex challenges, I work collaboratively to empower teams and achieve sustainable success.

As Software Engineering leader, I bring over 20 years of expertise in enterprise architecture and digital transformation. By leading cross-functional teams, I enable the delivery of secure, scalable solutions that optimize operations and enhance clie... Show more

Antony Diaz is a Microsoft MVP, Colombian-Canadian tech entrepreneur, and cybersecurity specialist, focused on responsible AI for social good.

As CEO & co-founder of AskAïa, an AI-powered immigration platform that gives newcomers and the companies that hire them clear, data-driven road-maps: centralizing documents, tracking key dates, and delivering proactive compliance alerts in more than 80 languages.

Antony shares best practices on trustworthy AI and election integrity through weekly articles, conference talks, and hands-on workshops across the Americas. Driven by a background in mathematics, he continues the mission to deploy advanced technology, tempered by empathy, to solve real problems at scale and leave no one behind.

Antony Diaz is a Microsoft MVP, Colombian-Canadian tech entrepreneur, and cybersecurity specialist, focused on responsible AI for social good. As CEO & co-founder of AskAïa, an AI-powered immigration platform that gives newcomers and the companies... Show more

The future is Carina Stöttner’s daily work as a sociologist, entrepreneur, and speaker. A strong curiosity and a view of the bigger picture have shaped her life from an early age. After studying communication science and sociology, she devoted herself early on to interdisciplinary questions about the future. Years before the launch of ChatGPT, she conducted interviews with chatbots for her master’s thesis, exploring how artificial intelligence could transform communication and society.

At 27, she founded a futures think tank, where she developed future scenarios together with her team. At 31, she launched her second company: Futurewise Company, a strategic futures advisory. Today, she advises boards, managing directors, and decision-makers on identifying new global growth fields, making more informed long-term decisions, and creating a shared vision of the future for companies, organizations, and regions.

Her research focuses range from the future of industry and artificial intelligence to emerging customer needs. She has published two books – "Climate Neutral" and "The Future of AI in Talent Management" – as well as several widely recognized futures studies. As a sought-after speaker, she regularly appears on stage at corporate events, international industry gatherings, and business summits.

Originally from Bavaria, she now lives between her chosen homes of Stuttgart and Florence, while working with clients around the world.

The future is Carina Stöttner’s daily work as a sociologist, entrepreneur, and speaker. A strong curiosity and a view of the bigger picture have shaped her life from an early age. After studying communication science and sociology, she devoted hersel... Show more

Over the last 15 years in the impact venture space, Onyx has founded and led accelerators capacitating hundreds of pre-seed founders across the US and emerging markets like India, Africa, LatAm to raise millions — and to impact millions of lives and shift industries.

She has been featured in 100+ publications and talks worldwide, including CNBC, VICE, TEDx, Harvard Business Review, and USA Today, and she starred on one season of a reality show about social entrepreneurs, reaching 10 million viewers.

Onyx founded the New Earth Fund after seeing cracks in the venture capital system, along with her deep-seated belief that systems change ventures grounded by Bitcoin will drive a radical planetary shift toward regeneration and decentralization.

Over the last 15 years in the impact venture space, Onyx has founded and led accelerators capacitating hundreds of pre-seed founders across the US and emerging markets like India, Africa, LatAm to raise millions — and to impact millions of lives and ... Show more