With over 4 years of experience in the tech and data analytics space, I have contributed significantly to innovative fintech startups across Africa and currently work with a leading fintech company. Beyond my professional role, I am passionate about mentoring and teaching aspiring data professionals. I have collaborated with esteemed edtech organizations such as Tech4Dev and Niyo BootCamp, and have taught over 3,000 students across Africa and the United Kingdom. Additionally, I have worked on impactful data analytics projects with Nasarawa State, FCMB among others, driving data-driven decision-making and innovation. My dedication to continuous learning and community engagement underscores my commitment to advancing the field of data analytics.

With over 4 years of experience in the tech and data analytics space, I have contributed significantly to innovative fintech startups across Africa and currently work with a leading fintech company. Beyond my professional role, I am passionate about ... Show more

Agile Coach for over 15 years, I help teams, leaders, and organizations grow through transformation. I explore the intersections of agility, systems thinking, ecology, frugal innovation, and foresight. Passionate about storytelling and community-building, I design meaningful learning experiences to spark collective talent and long-term impact. I also steward a community of agilists and nurture regenerative practices.

Agile Coach for over 15 years, I help teams, leaders, and organizations grow through transformation. I explore the intersections of agility, systems thinking, ecology, frugal innovation, and foresight. Passionate about storytelling and community-buil... Show more

I am passionate about technology, a Python developer, backend engineer, and data scientist. Currently, I am a research in computer vision applied in medecine. Founder of Code, Growth Alive (CGA) and a content creator.

I am passionate about technology, a Python developer, backend engineer, and data scientist. Currently, I am a research in computer vision applied in medecine. Founder of Code, Growth Alive (CGA) and a content creator. Show more

Oluwasegun Adeniyi Adedigba is a cloud software engineer with a strong background in building and managing secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. With extensive experience in AWS, he has implemented solutions involving networking, virtualization, containerization, and serverless architectures. His interests span serverless, event-driven architecture, CAD, CAM, CAE, and robotics. He is 5x AWS Certified and 1x Hashicorp Certified. He is an AWS Community Builder in the AWS Serverless Category. Oluwasegun Adedigba is also a Mechanical Engineer. His hobbies include playing football and basketball.

Oluwasegun Adeniyi Adedigba is a cloud software engineer with a strong background in building and managing secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. With extensive experience in AWS, he has implemented solutions involving networking, virtualization, co... 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

Senior digital product and transformation specialist with eight years’ experience spanning SaaS, consulting, not-for-profit, and complex solutions in the mining industry. I combine a strong grounding in Entrepreneurship, product design and content strategy with hands-on delivery of digital and hardware solutions since 2020. At Bradken, I’ve led cross-functional teams developing IoT-enabled products, software integrations, and connected data systems that drive operational efficiency and environmental impact. My focus is on building digital ecosystems — from smart devices and data lakes to machine learning and simulation — that connect people, assets, and insight for better decisions.

Senior digital product and transformation specialist with eight years’ experience spanning SaaS, consulting, not-for-profit, and complex solutions in the mining industry. I combine a strong grounding in Entrepreneurship, product design and content st... Show more

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "DataAccolade" and "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of experience, Nik started as a software developer and quickly specialized in data platforms, working extensively with Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Snowflake. He excels in designing and implementing backend data solutions across Synapse, AI, cloud data warehousing, and modern lakehouse architectures.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nnikkhah/

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "DataAccolade" and "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of experience, N... Show more

Architect at Storebrand by day. Making a better society by night. Transparency, openness, and evaluating security and privacy in various systems. Managing Norway's largest database of public records, covering 686 authorities. Holding power to account.

Some previous presentations:
- BSides Oslo 2024 - Keynote - Exploring the World of Ethical Hacking: From Web Vulnerabilities to Election Security (partial recording - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwWPzRceCgs)
- HelloStavanger 2024 - 5 sikkerhetsfeil hos Storebrand (not recorded)
- Javazone 2020 - Overvåke gata eller finne korrupsjon Norges data er ferdig indeksert, https://vimeo.com/showcase/7568031/video/459871711
- ISF Høstkonferansen 2018 + Meetups 2018 (OWASP Oslo / Javabin Sørlandet) - Walk-through of responsible disclosures I've done
- Javazone 2017 - Lightning talk - Æ fant data, https://2017.javazone.no/program/a181ba49a1e1450c9a37d0d793a3e4ec

Architect at Storebrand by day. Making a better society by night. Transparency, openness, and evaluating security and privacy in various systems. Managing Norway's largest database of public records, covering 686 authorities. Holding power to account... Show more

Mi historia en el mundo de los datos comenzó con Excel en la universidad. En un par de asignaturas nos dieron a elegir entre la calculadora y Excel. Esto me ayudo a saber que existía el mundo de los datos y que quería formar parte de él. Hace 4 años conseguí dar el salto a Power BI y convertirme en analista de data. Desde 2016 vivo en UK, vine para aprender inglés … y aquí sigo mejorando mi inglés y DAX.

Mi historia en el mundo de los datos comenzó con Excel en la universidad. En un par de asignaturas nos dieron a elegir entre la calculadora y Excel. Esto me ayudo a saber que existía el mundo de los datos y que quería formar parte de él. Hace 4 años ... Show more

Dr. Ryan Rad is a Professor at Northeastern University's Khoury College of Computer Sciences and an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia. With over a decade of experience in AI, he brings a rare blend of academic depth and industry know-how, having held research, engineering, and leadership roles at both startups and tech giants like Microsoft. Driven by a passion for education, Dr. Rad has taught courses in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Generative AI, and Data Science at five universities. His research focuses on developing resource-efficient generative AI systems for edge deployment to reduce computational costs and environmental impact. A sought-after speaker and advisor, he has presented his work internationally and published extensively—delivering over 50 talks and research papers at leading conferences and institutions around the world.

Dr. Ryan Rad is a Professor at Northeastern University's Khoury College of Computer Sciences and an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia. With over a decade of experience in AI, he brings a rare blend of academic depth and industry... Show more

I’m a technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, strategy, and organizational design. For over a decade, I’ve led platform transformations, built distributed systems at scale, and helped companies rethink how they build, deliver, and operate software.
I work hands-on with engineering teams, coach leadership, and speak at conferences to challenge outdated assumptions and share lessons from the field.
🗺️ International experience. Polyglot. Opinionated, but always curious.
🎤 Speaker on topics like digital platforms, team dynamics, and sustainable software.
🌻 Occasionally philosophical

I’m a technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, strategy, and organizational design. For over a decade, I’ve led platform transformations, built distributed systems at scale, and helped companies rethink how they build, deliv... Show more

Daniel Binggeli is the CTO at Puzzle ITC, an open-source-driven company, where he brings over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. With expertise in software development, architecture, and Platform Engineering, Daniel is passionate about how technical innovation can align with organizational transformation to empower teams and streamline operations.

What sets Daniel apart is his ability to connect and navigate across a diverse range of topics. From AI to sustainability in IT, and from his role as a hands-on CTO to his life as a dedicated family man and self-sufficient homesteader, Daniel thrives at the intersection of seemingly contrasting domains. This broad perspective allows him to approach challenges with creativity and balance, leveraging insights from all aspects of his life.

Throughout his career, Daniel has taken on roles such as developer, architect, and team lead, providing him with a well-rounded understanding of the software development lifecycle and operational dynamics. His blend of technical depth, leadership, and versatility makes him a driving force for impactful and sustainable solutions, both in technology and beyond.

Daniel Binggeli is the CTO at Puzzle ITC, an open-source-driven company, where he brings over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. With expertise in software development, architecture, and Platform Engineering, Daniel is passionate about how te... Show more

Meet Luc Weinbrecht, Green BPM Consultant at envite. As a distinguished Camunda Champion, he dives into the realm of cutting-edge software architecture within the Camunda framework. With boundless enthusiasm, Luc pioneers novel solutions for business monitoring and takes a serious stance in crafting strategies to significantly reduce the carbon impact of business processes. Join him on the exciting journey towards a greener, more efficient future.

Meet Luc Weinbrecht, Green BPM Consultant at envite. As a distinguished Camunda Champion, he dives into the realm of cutting-edge software architecture within the Camunda framework. With boundless enthusiasm, Luc pioneers novel solutions for business... Show more

Aquayemi-Claude’s relentless drive for systemic reform has positioned him as a key figure across global platforms. He serves as a leader in youth empowerment, a mentor in educational equity, and a public speaker whose message resonates with diverse audiences. As a solopreneur and thought leader, his work bridges entrepreneurship, activism, and environmentalism, while his contributions to the Global Network of Young Persons with Disabilities highlight his commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for marginalized communities.

A compelling public speaker and storyteller, Aquayemi-Claude captivates audiences with inspiring narratives and thought-provoking insights. With a gift for communication and a dedication to amplifying marginalized voices, Aquayemi-Claude inspires action and fosters dialogue on issues of social significance.

Aquayemi-Claude is also an accomplished author, sharing perspectives and experiences that challenge conventional wisdom and inspire critical reflection. Through written works, Aquayemi-Claude invites readers on a journey of discovery and empowerment, encouraging introspection and growth.

Aquayemi-Claude’s relentless drive for systemic reform has positioned him as a key figure across global platforms. He serves as a leader in youth empowerment, a mentor in educational equity, and a public speaker whose message resonates with diverse a... Show more

I run Ziax, a studio that specialises in multiplayer gaming infrastructure. We run our own brand, CubeCraft Games, and work with other partner studios to provide technical services and infrastructure to support millions of players!

Outside of tech, I'm heavily involved in the sport of sailing (coaching / race management / governance) after being a competitive windsurfer when I was younger.
I also work within the UK Events industry in operations and event control roles.

I run Ziax, a studio that specialises in multiplayer gaming infrastructure. We run our own brand, CubeCraft Games, and work with other partner studios to provide technical services and infrastructure to support millions of players! Outside of tech... Show more

Alon Schlesinger is a globally experienced executive with over 25 years of demonstrated international business history.
His background spans via the private sector business, from startups to Fortune 100 companies as well as governmental background as Advisor to V. Prime Minister.

Mr. Schlesinger expertise spans various regions including EU, ME and Asia having lived there for 10 years with proven achievements. He operates in the High-Tech and Investment sectors as well as Infrastructure & international projects.
He has previous experience from in the Aviation sector as commercial pilot and high-tech related activities in the sector.

Alon's expertise is in technology investments, Innovation adoption for companies, and strategic global cooperation.

Alon Schlesinger is a globally experienced executive with over 25 years of demonstrated international business history. His background spans via the private sector business, from startups to Fortune 100 companies as well as governmental background ... Show more

Andres Sepulveda Morales is a recovering corporate software engineer with 8+ years of experience who is dedicated to the community through technology. Andres has been recognized twice in 2025 as one of Contra’s Best Software Consultants to Hire, as well as through expert and mentor programs for AI tools like Bolt.new, Agent.so, and MagicPath. He now leads human-focused technology implementation for impact makers and barrier breakers via his company, Red Mage. Andres founded the Fort Collins AI for Everyone chapter of the Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group in September 2024 and serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for Rocky Mountain AI , a 501(c)(3) Colorado nonprofit advancing education and the community in understanding AI for 6400+ participants at 200+ events in 2025 alone across 11 subgroups in Boulder, Fort Collins, and Denver.

Andres Sepulveda Morales is a recovering corporate software engineer with 8+ years of experience who is dedicated to the community through technology. Andres has been recognized twice in 2025 as one of Contra’s Best Software Consultants to Hire, as w... Show more

Klaus is the Head of Product at the German Cleantech unicorn 1KOMMA5°, leading the platform for Developer Productivity, Reliability, and Security. By applying consumer product management methods to Platform Engineering, Klaus creates developer experiences that are intuitive but not limiting.

With six years' experience as a PM for Developer Productivity, Klaus has introduced Backstage at several companies. At 1KOMMA5°, he reduced Change Lead Time by 97% and improved Deployment Frequency fivefold.

Klaus is the Head of Product at the German Cleantech unicorn 1KOMMA5°, leading the platform for Developer Productivity, Reliability, and Security. By applying consumer product management methods to Platform Engineering, Klaus creates developer experi... Show more

A builder at heart, Derrick Tsorme is a Product Designer at Axmed, committed to making technology more human. With a unique background that blends a design-first mindset with data and public health insights, he specializes in creating simple, usable interfaces for complex systems. He is a recognized community leader and educator, sharing his hands-on experience from companies like Yellow Card, Hubtel, Inpath, etc and through his personal projects.

A builder at heart, Derrick Tsorme is a Product Designer at Axmed, committed to making technology more human. With a unique background that blends a design-first mindset with data and public health insights, he specializes in creating simple, usable ... Show more

Lirone Glikman is an international speaker, bestselling author, and consultant on business networking and personal branding using AI, and business development for startups and high-tech companies. She has consulted and spoken to developers, founders, and women leaders in 27 countries, sharing her methodology for achieving business results through authentic connections.

She is the author of the amazon bestseller "The Super Connector's Playbook". With over 20 years of global experience across Europe, Australia, and the U.S., she brings both corporate and startup perspectives to the tech world. Lirone contributes to leading global magazines and serves as an executive director at a UN-affiliated NGO supporting the Sustainable Development Goals.

Lirone Glikman is an international speaker, bestselling author, and consultant on business networking and personal branding using AI, and business development for startups and high-tech companies. She has consulted and spoken to developers, founders,... Show more

Over nineteen years of experience in software development and design.
I have been passionate about cloud technologies for the last nine years.
My journey with the cloud began with Azure. However, about three years later, AWS became my primary cloud provider at work. 
From the beginning, I was impressed by how cloud technologies help engineers in their work and help deliver solutions much faster and easier. 
For the last four years, my interests and work mainly focused on serverless infrastructure, containerized applications, and search. 
Besides that, I am also curious about other cloud providers, like GCP and Azure.

I'm the AWS Community Builder.

Speaker and co-organizer of the "Mambo Jambo Cloud Talks" community meetup in Prague.

Over nineteen years of experience in software development and design. I have been passionate about cloud technologies for the last nine years. My journey with the cloud began with Azure. However, about three years later, AWS became my primary clou... Show more

Nishith Rajyaguru is a visionary technopreneur, passionate about harnessing cutting-edge technologies to craft impactful solutions for real-world challenges. With over a decade of experience driving innovation and operational excellence at leading product-based tech companies, he blends deep technical expertise with a commitment to solving pressing issues.

By leaving his corporate career behind to become a full-time entrepreneur, Nishith has pursued his passions and created innovative solutions that drive real impact. As the founder of TechnoFuzn Products Private Limited, he is dedicated to developing scalable, future-ready solutions that foster long-term, technology-driven transformations.

Nishith's work centers on empowering people and organizations to achieve their full potential. He has consistently delivered measurable impact, including leading a hackathon initiative that reduced build time by 70%, enabling teams to focus on higher-level innovation and creativity. He also reimagined a key product feature, reducing interaction time by 80% and unlocking resources for more strategic work.

Renowned for his bold and innovative approach to problem-solving, Nishith is reshaping the tech landscape with fresh ideas and forward-thinking solutions. Guided by a clear vision to create a more equitable, sustainable, and connected world through technology, he is dedicated to making a meaningful impact and leaving a lasting legacy in the tech industry.

Nishith Rajyaguru is a visionary technopreneur, passionate about harnessing cutting-edge technologies to craft impactful solutions for real-world challenges. With over a decade of experience driving innovation and operational excellence at leading pr... Show more

Steve Yonkeu is a backend software engineer dedicated to delivering excellence in architecture, performance, and modularity. For over 5 years he has been leading teams and projects and open source communities worldwide. Steve is also the founder of Django Cameroon and Python Cameroon communities today. He is also an organizer at PyCon Africa and speaker at PyConUS.

Steve Yonkeu is a backend software engineer dedicated to delivering excellence in architecture, performance, and modularity. For over 5 years he has been leading teams and projects and open source communities worldwide. Steve is also the founder of D... Show more

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, and currently serves as a Learning Development Coach in Computing at the University of Buckingham. An Oracle Certified Professional and a member of the British Computer Society, Philip has a diverse academic and professional background.

Philip holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. In addition, he has earned two Master's degrees: an MSc in Applied Data Science from the University of Buckingham, graduating with distinction, and an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. He also holds a BA in Philosophy from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria.

Philip is deeply committed to community development and has volunteered extensively to mentor participants in AI and data science programs through initiatives like AI School Africa, the Google Africa Developers Scholarship, and Google Explore ML with Crowdsource. His academic contributions include several research publications, notably "Topic Modeling Using Latent Dirichlet Allocation & Multinomial Logistic Regression," published in the Journal of Digital Innovations & Contemporary Research in Science, Engineering & Technology (Vol. 10, No. 4).

Philip’s efforts have earned him numerous accolades. He was a Global Nominee at NASA SpaceApps 2018 and received the Tech Social Impact Icon (Green) Award in 2022 from Techrity. He was also honored with a special plaque from Google Developer Groups for fostering a vibrant developer community at GDG Cloud Port Harcourt.

Passionate about teaching, community building, and bridging the gap between academia and the tech industry, Philip is dedicated to continuing his impactful journey and achieving even greater milestones in the future.

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Te... Show more

Damien Jones is an AWS consultant, experienced data professional and cloud enthusiast with a strong track record of designing, building, and optimising cloud-native solutions. He brings deep expertise in SQL, cloud architectures, and data modelling, and has a passion for leveraging emerging technologies to solve complex problems and support data-driven decision-making. Damien actively engages in the cloud community as a content creator, user group leader, and public speaker.

Outside of work, he is a keen runner, amateur gardener, dance music enthusiast and dog dad.

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Damien Jones is an AWS consultant, experienced data professional and cloud enthusiast with a strong track record of designing, building, and optimising cloud-native solutions. He brings deep expertise in SQL, cloud architectures, and data modelling, ... Show more

Yorgos <3 Open Source, open space unconferences (so helps run SoCraTes-Crete.org and JCrete.org) and open, decentralised communities that he helps run virtually, or locally, in his hometown, Heraklion, on the paradise island of Crete. He is passionate about digital privacy and currently tackling one of the biggest problems in Open Source today: its centralised control.

Yorgos <3 Open Source, open space unconferences (so helps run SoCraTes-Crete.org and JCrete.org) and open, decentralised communities that he helps run virtually, or locally, in his hometown, Heraklion, on the paradise island of Crete. He is passionat... Show more

Emanuel Toledo es Licenciado en Gestión Pública y Analista-Científico de Datos. Con más de 13 años de experiencia en el sector público, especializado en administración, auditoría y análisis presupuestario , ha impulsado en los últimos años su desarrollo hacia la tecnología, liderando la transformación digital desde el análisis, visualización, ciencia de datos e inteligencia artificial. Es CEO y fundador de Thinking OUT!, una consultora digital especializada en datos, comprometido con la inclusión, la innovación y el aprendizaje continuo. Interesado en colaborar con proyectos de impacto social que integren tecnología, educación y equidad, Emanuel es un firme creyente de que la decisión política y las herramientas accesibles son la clave para un servicio público más eficiente y transparente en América Latina.

Emanuel Toledo es Licenciado en Gestión Pública y Analista-Científico de Datos. Con más de 13 años de experiencia en el sector público, especializado en administración, auditoría y análisis presupuestario , ha impulsado en los últimos años su desarro... Show more

Shivji Kumar Jha is a Staff Engineer at Nutanix, where he leads the charter for analytics, time-series, and streaming platforms across cloud and on-prem environments. He focuses on building scalable ingestion systems and designing high-performance OLAP architectures, with deep hands-on experience extending ClickHouse for production-grade analytics. A contributor to Apache Pulsar, MySQL, and ClickHouse, Shiv approaches distributed systems as a builder—prototyping core components, shaping system design, and driving platform evolution from the ground up.

Beyond engineering, Shiv is an active community leader and speaker. He has delivered 30+ talks at conferences including ApacheCon, KubeCon + CloudNativeCon, and Postgres community events. He also curates deep-tech meetups in Bangalore, bringing together practitioners passionate about databases, streaming systems, and open-source infrastructure

Shivji Kumar Jha is a Staff Engineer at Nutanix, where he leads the charter for analytics, time-series, and streaming platforms across cloud and on-prem environments. He focuses on building scalable ingestion systems and designing high-performance OL... Show more

AI Scientist driving scalable retail modeling, causal inference, and supply chain decisions for Target's growing digital business. Previously, he was a Graduate student in AI at Duke with research stints at the Center for Advanced Hindsight and IBM Labs for their open source and pro bono initiatives.

AI Scientist driving scalable retail modeling, causal inference, and supply chain decisions for Target's growing digital business. Previously, he was a Graduate student in AI at Duke with research stints at the Center for Advanced Hindsight and IBM L... Show more

I am Arijit, an 18-year-old from India. I love to play with AI on hardware and have been into IoT and AI since 2017. I work at Edge Impulse and create wholesome content for the team, help developer communities and have shared my thoughts in more than 20+ Tech events across the globe.

From receiving one of the highest honours from the Vice President of Govt of India as a Young Innovator to becoming the youngest speaker to talk at the world's biggest Open Source Conference: GitHub Universe, I've experienced it all!

I'm the Co-Organizer for tinyML India which has now grown to 1700+ members across the country. I even lead the TinyML Aspirants Community, which is amongst the biggest Machine Learning communities in Asia. The community currently consists of more than 300 people across the world!

I am Arijit, an 18-year-old from India. I love to play with AI on hardware and have been into IoT and AI since 2017. I work at Edge Impulse and create wholesome content for the team, help developer communities and have shared my thoughts in more than... Show more