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

Eric Broda is the Founder and President of Broda Group Software, a boutique consulting firm that specialized in building GenAI, agent, and data ecosystem solutions. He is an expert in delivering large scale data management solutions and is the author of O’Reilly’s Implementing Data Mesh book. Eric has delivered GenAI and agent solutions in with international banks, global insurers, large retailers, and global technology firms. Mr. Broda’s next book will be available in November 2025 on highly reliable autonomous agents for the emerging agent ecosystem.

Mr. Broda has written extensively about his Agents experiences, architecture, and implementation at medium.com/@ericbroda

Eric Broda is the Founder and President of Broda Group Software, a boutique consulting firm that specialized in building GenAI, agent, and data ecosystem solutions. He is an expert in delivering large scale data management solutions and is the autho... 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

Abdulraheem Bashir is the Lead for Incubation and Capacity Building at Nest Africa AI Innovation Lab and a Data Analyst at Natview Foundation for Technology Innovation. He supports early-stage AI startups, leads digital and climate-focused capacity-building initiatives, and contributes to responsible AI deployment across communities. He played a key role in developing AyéMọlẹ AI, a multilingual climate assistant. Bashir is passionate about ethical AI, climate resilience, and youth empowerment and is actively involved in advancing Africa’s innovation ecosystem.

Abdulraheem Bashir is the Lead for Incubation and Capacity Building at Nest Africa AI Innovation Lab and a Data Analyst at Natview Foundation for Technology Innovation. He supports early-stage AI startups, leads digital and climate-focused capacity-b... Show more

Diplômé en Génie Électrique de l'École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS), j'ai activement participé à l'équipe de Formula Student (Formule ETS). En 2023, j'ai rejoint AWL-ELECTRICITY pour mon stage de fin d'études et j'ai eu l'opportunité d'être l'un des quatre premiers employés à être embauché en tant que concepteur électronique.

Mon expérience au sein du club étudiant m'a permis de rapidement proposer des améliorations organisationnelles. J'ai d'ailleurs rapidement endossé le rôle de Scrum Master et je suis privilégié de pouvoir contribuer aux visions à long, moyen et court terme de l'entreprise.

Ma plus grande source de motivation est l'apprentissage continu. J'apprécie particulièrement les environnements en constante évolution qui exigent une adaptation rapide. En dehors du travail, mes passions incluent le sport (athlétisme, volleyball), la lecture et la musique.

Diplômé en Génie Électrique de l'École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS), j'ai activement participé à l'équipe de Formula Student (Formule ETS). En 2023, j'ai rejoint AWL-ELECTRICITY pour mon stage de fin d'études et j'ai eu l'opportunité d'être l'un d... Show more

I'm a product leader with nearly 20 years of experience building AI-driven products at companies like Microsoft, Nuance, and TripAdvisor. I specialize in pre-Product Market Fit, working in high-uncertainty contexts where strategy, speed, and clarity are critical.

I'm a product leader with nearly 20 years of experience building AI-driven products at companies like Microsoft, Nuance, and TripAdvisor. I specialize in pre-Product Market Fit, working in high-uncertainty contexts where strategy, speed, and clarity ... 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

Soy Josué Ángel Gutiérrez Cuéllar, estudiante de Ingeniería de Software en la Universidad Tecnológica del Perú y un convencido de que la tecnología debe tener propósito. Desde niño, siempre tuve la curiosidad de entender cómo funcionaba la tecnología. Aprendí a programar de manera autodidacta a los 9 años usando Game Maker Studio, un entorno que emplea una versión modificada de C y un paradigma orientado a objetos. Sin saberlo, comencé a programar de una manera no tan sencilla, sin cursos formales, pero impulsado por tutoriales y desafíos personales. Así nació mi mentalidad: “tal vez no lo sé todo, pero haré todo lo que pueda con lo que sé”.

Aunque Game Maker estaba pensado para videojuegos, yo lo utilizaba para crear herramientas funcionales que me sirvieran en mi día a día, como un "Word" simplificado para hacer mis mapas conceptuales en el colegio o un horario con enlaces directos a mis clases de Zoom en pandemia. Desde entonces, nunca me alejé de la programación. Aprendí HTML, CSS y JavaScript en mis tiempos libres, y luego Python. En segundo año de secundaria decidí que quería estudiar Ingeniería de Software.

Ingresé a la universidad con 16 años y ese mismo año obtuve una beca en EdX para llevar de manera remota el curso CS50x de la Universidad de Harvard, el cual culminé con nota perfecta. Como proyecto final desarrollé Sleep Watch Alert, una plataforma con inteligencia artificial que detecta si un bebé está dormido o despierto y envía alertas a un smartwatch. Esta idea nació por una necesidad familiar: ayudar a cuidar a mi sobrina recién nacida. Con el tiempo, el proyecto fue mejorado y me permitió ganar un hackathon en la Universidad de Concordia en Montreal, Canadá.

Más adelante, me convertí en voluntario en RobBuild, enseñando programación a niños, y gracias a una asociación tuve la oportunidad de enseñar de manera activa durante medio año en la Municipalidad de Lima. Gracias al impacto de estas sesiones, fui invitado a ser el primero en grabar una clase modelo para una plataforma educativa gratuita dirigida a niños de bajos recursos para que obtengan certificados en tecnología.

También lideré un equipo finalista en la Datatón del Ministerio de Trabajo, donde diseñamos una mano robótica para personas con parálisis que permite controlar una computadora, y desarrollamos una plataforma inclusiva de búsqueda de empleo conectada al portal del Ministerio. En este evento, tuve la oportunidad de dialogar y aprender con ingenieros de Google, Huawei y un representante de la Unión Europea especializado en economía.

Después, gané el primer lugar en el hackathon internacional CodePi, con sede en Francia, desarrollando un videojuego educativo para niños. El jurado estuvo compuesto por profesionales de empresas como Google, Apple, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft y Disney Streaming.

Actualmente tengo 19 años y recientemente, fui seleccionado entre más de 10 mil postulantes para ser representante activo en el Capítulo Nacional de la Juventud, impulsado por el Foro Mundial de Alimentación y la FAO - ONU, donde ya he presentado una propuesta disruptiva ante entidades gubernamentales internacionales, representantes de la FAO - ONU y SENAJU sobre un nuevo paradigma para el futuro de la agricultura en el país, llevando la tecnología y la inteligencia artificial al servicio de los agricultores rurales con ayuda de plataformas del Estado, entre otras cosas.

Gracias a todos estos logros es que he sido reconocido en más de una ocasión por mi universidad como un orgullo, y han destacado mis logros en LinkedIn. Realmente estoy muy agradecido por cada paso y lo que significa para mí y para la juventud en el Perú.

Cada parte de mi camino ha estado guiada por un propósito: usar la tecnología para mejorar vidas. Mi enfoque es claro: innovación responsable, inteligencia artificial con ética y desarrollo con sentido humano. Creo en el potencial humano y creo en un mañana mejor.

Soy Josué Ángel Gutiérrez Cuéllar, estudiante de Ingeniería de Software en la Universidad Tecnológica del Perú y un convencido de que la tecnología debe tener propósito. Desde niño, siempre tuve la curiosidad de entender cómo funcionaba la tecnología... 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

My expertise lies in leading Agile Release Trains and overseeing operations upstream & downstream as a Scrum Master then Release Train Engineer, I am committed to executing projects that align with our mission of delivering innovative solutions. My role enables me to contribute diverse perspectives to our dynamic team, while my drive for excellence and passion for technology guide our collective efforts towards strategic objectives.

My current focus involves managing multiple release planning sessions, which are integral to our product and platform development. In this role, I leverage my skills in Agile scrum, project management and ICT project management to ensure that our Agile processes run smoothly. My background as a Release Manager and Change Management Contributor has equipped me with the acumen to address technical challenges proactively, streamline operations, and enforce stringent risk mitigation protocols.

My expertise lies in leading Agile Release Trains and overseeing operations upstream & downstream as a Scrum Master then Release Train Engineer, I am committed to executing projects that align with our mission of delivering innovative solutions. My ... Show more