Dr. Tricia Diamond is a portfolio and program management executive, aerospace engineer, and organizational strategist with more than two decades of leadership across the public sector, technology, and consulting in the United States and the Netherlands. She holds a PhD in Aerospace Engineering and professional aviation experience, alongside advanced credentials including the PfMP®, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, PMO-CP®, CPMAI, GPM-b®, CAL®, ITIL®, AWS-CCP, AWS-AIP, MCASE. As Director of ARPA Implementation for a major U.S. city, she built and led a PMO governing a $386M federal recovery portfolio with 100% regulatory compliance. She has spoken at ASPA and PMI conferences, previously served as VP of Professional Development for PMI Puget Sound, and is a Seattle Parks and Recreation Commissioner. She is the founder of Diamond PMO Solutions, an MWBE owned management consultancy specializing in portfolio governance, PMO design, and organizational strategy as well as PMI certification trainings.

Dr. Tricia Diamond is a portfolio and program management executive, aerospace engineer, and organizational strategist with more than two decades of leadership across the public sector, technology, and consulting in the United States and the Netherlan... Show more

William is a CNCF Ambassador and Linkerd Ambassador currently working at Mirantis as Global Field CTO. He’s focused on helping customers designing, building, and running their initiatives on Edge, AI and Platform Engineering. He wore many hats in the IT world, Engineering, Pre-Post sales, Product Owner and Consulting. from HPC, Storage to Distributed Systems.
William enjoys volunteering in several Cloud Native groups and organizing the KCD Netherlands events.

William is a CNCF Ambassador and Linkerd Ambassador currently working at Mirantis as Global Field CTO. He’s focused on helping customers designing, building, and running their initiatives on Edge, AI and Platform Engineering. He wore many hats in the... Show more

Principal Engineer at Red Hat with 13+ years of global experience in 3G, 4G, and 5G network integration. US patent creator and Telco Automation expert. Active CNCF Program Committee member and speaker at KubeCon, Kubedays, and CNCF events. Contributor to Open5GCore, Kepler, and kube-compare. Currently focused on MCP ecosystem architecture and production standards for AI tool interoperability on Kubernetes.

Principal Engineer at Red Hat with 13+ years of global experience in 3G, 4G, and 5G network integration. US patent creator and Telco Automation expert. Active CNCF Program Committee member and speaker at KubeCon, Kubedays, and CNCF events. Contributo... Show more

Dr. Henry Ruiz is a Research Scientist at Texas A&M AgriLife Research, specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Remote Sensing. His work focuses on the development of advanced software systems and computational algorithms for analyzing multi-source remote sensing data, including satellite imagery, UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
As a Google Developer Expert in AI and Google Cloud, Dr. Ruiz actively contributes to the AI and open-source communities through research, software development, public speaking, and mentorship. With more than a decade of experience as a researcher, full-stack software developer, and data scientist, he drives innovation at the intersection of AI, geospatial analytics, and scientific computing.
His current research focuses on the emerging capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Multimodal Large Language Models (MLLMs), particularly their abilities in reasoning, planning, and agent-based collaboration, to enhance analytical pipelines for remote sensing and geospatial data analysis. By integrating multi-agent systems, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and multimodal AI workflows, he is developing intelligent, scalable frameworks to address complex scientific, agricultural, and environmental challenges.

Dr. Henry Ruiz is a Research Scientist at Texas A&M AgriLife Research, specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Remote Sensing. His work focuses on the development of advanced software systems and computational algorithms for analyzing multi-... Show more

An experienced data specialist and Power Platform evangelist with a demonstrated track record of innovative work in the public sector for nearly 15 years. She possesses skills in Microsoft-based applications, databases, and quality assurance. Furthermore, she became a self-taught coder due to her unquenchable thirst for knowledge and a passion for helping others improve their coding skills.

An experienced data specialist and Power Platform evangelist with a demonstrated track record of innovative work in the public sector for nearly 15 years. She possesses skills in Microsoft-based applications, databases, and quality assurance. Further... Show more

Customer and quality focused mobile engineer in love with mobile platforms. I've been building software for quite a while: over 16 years of software development experience, 14 years of iOS. I have experience working on great products and I am excited to see them used.

Customer and quality focused mobile engineer in love with mobile platforms. I've been building software for quite a while: over 16 years of software development experience, 14 years of iOS. I have experience working on great products and I am excited... Show more

Jitendra Gupta is 13 years experienced IT professional with expertise in GenAI, information security and cloud computing. As a sought-after speaker, with a proven track record of implementing GenAI & security best practices in cloud environments, Jitendra is dedicated to empowering fellow IT professionals with actionable takeaways to safeguard their applications, data and infrastructure on Google Cloud.

Jitendra Gupta is 13 years experienced IT professional with expertise in GenAI, information security and cloud computing. As a sought-after speaker, with a proven track record of implementing GenAI & security best practices in cloud environments, Jit... Show more

¡Hola! Soy un entusiasta líder en desarrollo de software con una genuina pasión por aprender y compartir conocimientos. En este momento, estoy dedicando mi tiempo a enriquecer la comunidad JavaScript Chile como parte del staff, Apoyo a comunidades en la evaluación y además de mantener mis clases particulares dirigidas a programadores juniors, un espacio donde puedo transmitir lo aprendido en mi trayectoria en empresas como Poliglota, AVLA, Orand entre otras.

A lo largo de mi carrera, he tenido la gratificante experiencia de coordinar equipos de desarrollo multidisciplinarios en distintos países. He tenido la oportunidad de trabajar con una variedad de tecnologías, incluyendo JavaScript, SQL, AWS, Vue.js y Ruby on Rails. Mi enfoque siempre ha sido liderar con empatía y fomentar un ambiente de colaboración y crecimiento continuo. Con una formación que incluye un magister en ingeniería informática de la Universidad de Santiago de Chile, estoy muy emocionado por la posibilidad de ser speaker en esta conferencia, esperando poder conectar con otros profesionales y compartir experiencias y perspectivas enriquecedoras. ¡Estoy ansioso por la oportunidad de contribuir a esta comunidad con una charla que inspire y fomente la colaboración y el aprendizaje!

¡Hola! Soy un entusiasta líder en desarrollo de software con una genuina pasión por aprender y compartir conocimientos. En este momento, estoy dedicando mi tiempo a enriquecer la comunidad JavaScript Chile como parte del staff, Apoyo a comunidades en... Show more

I am a professional with 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and managing scalable cloud data architectures. As a technical consultant, I specialize in Data&AI solutions that span the entire stack of modern Cloud Data Platforms, mainly based on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Hashicorp Terraform, Azure DevOps, and GitHub.
I have a solid university background (MSc in Mathematical Engineering at Politecnico of Milan), combined with a proven ability to communicate with different kind of audiences.
I complement my core skills by cultivating interests in the ethical, social, and environmental aspects of modern technologies. I'm interested in science outreach and actively involved in tech events, always looking for continuous learning.

I am a professional with 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and managing scalable cloud data architectures. As a technical consultant, I specialize in Data&AI solutions that span the entire stack of modern Cloud Data Platforms, mainly ba... Show more

Marlow is a Senior Engineer working on scheduling at NVIDIA. She also is a chair for the CNCF Environmental Sustainability TAG. Marlow has expertise in resource management, the AI/ML Kubernetes cloud compute ecosystem, embedded systems, high performance compute system tools, kernel drivers, tracing libraries, and security. Marlow's interests lie in optimizing the cloud native ecosystem for both performance and sustainability.

Marlow is a Senior Engineer working on scheduling at NVIDIA. She also is a chair for the CNCF Environmental Sustainability TAG. Marlow has expertise in resource management, the AI/ML Kubernetes cloud compute ecosystem, embedded systems, high performa... Show more

Sarang Brahme is a Principal Architect who builds AI systems that actually ship. Equal parts strategist and hands-on tinkerer, he helps enterprises turn LLMs, copilots, and intelligent automation into measurable outcomes—powering smarter customer experiences across retail, hospitality, sports, and beyond. His work is grounded in systems thinking and mathematical discipline: defining clear objective functions, designing feedback loops, and engineering reliability through evaluation, uncertainty-aware patterns, and performance trade-offs (latency, cost, accuracy). Known for bridging the gap between what’s possible and what’s provable in production, Sarang is a trusted voice on operationalizing AI responsibly, making it approachable, actionable, and scalable in the real world.

Sarang Brahme is a Principal Architect who builds AI systems that actually ship. Equal parts strategist and hands-on tinkerer, he helps enterprises turn LLMs, copilots, and intelligent automation into measurable outcomes—powering smarter customer exp... Show more

Anmol Krishan Sachdeva (greatdevaks) is a seasoned technologist who has spoken at 100+ global conferences, bridging technical deep dives with architectural strategies. He helps organizations navigate emerging technologies for driving key business outcomes.

An advocate for sustainable innovation, he currently serves as a Sr. Solutions Engineer (Platform Engineering) at Google. Balancing industry with academia, Anmol is a Distinguished Lecturer, an Adjunct Professor, and a published researcher.

Anmol Krishan Sachdeva (greatdevaks) is a seasoned technologist who has spoken at 100+ global conferences, bridging technical deep dives with architectural strategies. He helps organizations navigate emerging technologies for driving key business out... Show more

Dan has been building software since before the dot-com days, responsible for the modernization, site reliability and greenfield projects, as well as responsible for hiring software and devops engineers at various stages and skill levels, from junior to architect level. He has built a career at TRIRIGA, IBM, Wipro, and now as the Global Director of Software for Arcadis, a leading design, consultancy, engineering, project and management services across every phase of asset creation and management for projects all around the world.

Dan has been building software since before the dot-com days, responsible for the modernization, site reliability and greenfield projects, as well as responsible for hiring software and devops engineers at various stages and skill levels, from junior... Show more

Jonathan Johnson has spent three decades designing software, from DNA sequencing pipelines at Roche to Kubernetes platforms at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Now an independent advocate, he builds and teaches at the intersection of Kubernetes and AI, running a homelab where operators orchestrate LLM-powered agents that collaborate, reason, and self-expand. He teaches cloud-native development at Trinity College, delivers O'Reilly live training, and speaks on Kubernetes, DevOps, and agentic AI.

Jonathan Johnson has spent three decades designing software, from DNA sequencing pipelines at Roche to Kubernetes platforms at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Now an independent advocate, he builds and teaches at the intersection of Kubernetes and AI, runn... Show more

Jeremy's a Serial Entrepreneur, led teams across AI and IoT, and delivered real-time cloud migrations for Fortune 500 firms, modernizing legacy systems like IBM DB2 and Oracle Mainframes to Azure and AWS. With deep expertise in cloud, data sovereignty, and digital health, Jeremy brings a unique mix of technical, startup, and enterprise experience.

Jeremy's a Serial Entrepreneur, led teams across AI and IoT, and delivered real-time cloud migrations for Fortune 500 firms, modernizing legacy systems like IBM DB2 and Oracle Mainframes to Azure and AWS. With deep expertise in cloud, data sovereignt... Show more

Andres Sepulveda Morales is the founder of Red Mage, a technology consultancy for impact makers and barrier breakers. They are presently Treasurer of the Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group (RMAIIG), founder of Fort Collins AI for Everyone, Top 10 Puerto Rican Voices in IT & Tech (Favikon) and were named one of Contra’s Best Software Consultants to Hire in 2025-2026 for English and Spanish markets.

Andres Sepulveda Morales is the founder of Red Mage, a technology consultancy for impact makers and barrier breakers. They are presently Treasurer of the Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group (RMAIIG), founder of Fort Collins AI for Everyone, Top 10 Puert... Show more

Ole Michaelis is the Head of Engineering at 1KOMMA5º, a unicorn scale-up in renewable energy and clean tech. He's passionate about event-driven software engineering and building high-performing remote teams. From RailsConf to CodeMash, Ole enjoys sneaking onto stages to talk about software, teams, and tech.. In his free time, he's developing slidr.io, a streamlined slide-sharing platform. Ole is a passionate software lead who enjoys traveling and Mexican food. This self-proclaimed 'bad' German can juggle, loves spending time with his two kids, but still dislikes beer and soccer.

Ole Michaelis is the Head of Engineering at 1KOMMA5º, a unicorn scale-up in renewable energy and clean tech. He's passionate about event-driven software engineering and building high-performing remote teams. From RailsConf to CodeMash, Ole enjoys sne... Show more

Agiliste convaincue, motivée par les petites victoires quotidiennes, émerveillée par la vie, et habitée par les valeurs du manifeste agile centrées sur l'humain, le respect, la bienveillance et l'amélioration continue. Je mets mes compétences et mon expérience au service de ceux qui partagent mon quotidien, mais j'essaye avant tout de leur faire révéler leur propre potentiel, parfois des pépites qu'ils ignorent d'eux-mêmes...

Maman de 3 enfants, neuroatypique, féministe et fresqueuse du climat.

Agiliste convaincue, motivée par les petites victoires quotidiennes, émerveillée par la vie, et habitée par les valeurs du manifeste agile centrées sur l'humain, le respect, la bienveillance et l'amélioration continue. Je mets mes compétences et mon ... Show more

Allan Mulei is a technology strategist and systems thinker exploring the convergence of AI, blockchain, digital twins, IoT, and smart infrastructure. His work focuses on applying emerging technologies to transform cities, construction, and the built environment through intelligent, data-driven systems. Allan speaks on digital innovation, urban technology, and the future of connected infrastructure, bridging technology with practical implementation.

Allan Mulei is a technology strategist and systems thinker exploring the convergence of AI, blockchain, digital twins, IoT, and smart infrastructure. His work focuses on applying emerging technologies to transform cities, construction, and the built ... 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

Ephraim Mwereza is a technology leader and innovator harnessing the power of software and AI to drive transformative change across Africa.

He builds localized, sustainable digital solutions that address critical challenges in health, education, and inclusivity, ensuring even the most vulnerable communities benefit from the tech revolution.

Combining deep technical expertise with a human-centered, ethical approach, Ephraim seeks collaborations with leading experts to maximize impact and build a brighter, more inclusive future.

Ephraim Mwereza is a technology leader and innovator harnessing the power of software and AI to drive transformative change across Africa. He builds localized, sustainable digital solutions that address critical challenges in health, education, a... Show more

Jan is delivering human-centered change for 5+ years with measurable business value in MedTech, Automotive, and Energy sectors. Expert in Agile, Design Thinking, SAFe, and Atlassian tools, guiding 10+ teams to more effective delivery and higher engagement while developing innovative products for a variety of markets and businesses with teams and organizations worldwide.

Jan is delivering human-centered change for 5+ years with measurable business value in MedTech, Automotive, and Energy sectors. Expert in Agile, Design Thinking, SAFe, and Atlassian tools, guiding 10+ teams to more effective delivery and higher engag... Show more

Akshat Sharma is a Open Source Advocate and Mentor and currently serves as Developer Advocate at Deskree, dedicated to building meaningful connections between technology and community.
In 2024, he was selected as one of 1,220 contributors from over thousands of applicants in Google Summer of Code. In 2025,2026 he returned as a mentor guiding contributors in Google Summer of Code 2025, Mifos Summer of Code, and Code for GovTech. His research journey has taken him to the University of California and IIT Indore, and he has authored ten research papers in recent advancements and technology. He has presented his work at prestigious conferences including ICACIS 2023, ICNSBT 2024, C3IT 2024, Interledger Summit 2024,Grpconf 2025, OpenSearchCon Japan 2025, Google Tokyo GSOC Meetup 2025, Fossasia 2026 and so on. Additionally, he regularly attended key industry-leading gatherings such as Open SSF, Open Source Summit India, and KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India, Pycon India.

Akshat Sharma is a Open Source Advocate and Mentor and currently serves as Developer Advocate at Deskree, dedicated to building meaningful connections between technology and community. In 2024, he was selected as one of 1,220 contributors from over... Show more

Master of Business (Global Management & Marketing) (Honours)
Master of Applied Computing

With over six years of experience in cloud services, enterprise integration, and automation, I specialise in transforming ambiguous business challenges into practical, scalable solutions. My work sits at the intersection of technology and strategy, focusing on how AI, product development, and digital systems can reshape workflows and enhance decision-making.

I have a proven track record in designing seamless connections between complex systems—whether integrating platforms, redesigning processes, or improving the way information flows across an organisation. My approach blends deep technical understanding in Oracle technologies and cloud services with strong business insight, ensuring that the solutions we build are not only functional but genuinely meaningful for the people who rely on them.

I’m deeply guided by the belief that impactful technology should be quiet, intentional, and human-centred. Through writing and speaking, I explore how AI and modern product thinking are reshaping digital experiences and the future of work.

✍️ Substack: https://elaine1233blog.substack.com

🔗 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@elainehe-thinks

Master of Business (Global Management & Marketing) (Honours) Master of Applied Computing With over six years of experience in cloud services, enterprise integration, and automation, I specialise in transforming ambiguous business challenges into... Show more

Matt is an Umbraco MVP and a keen advocate for all things Umbraco. He brings over 15 years of agency experience to try and distil client needs into actionable, technical problem solving,

Matt is an Umbraco MVP and a keen advocate for all things Umbraco. He brings over 15 years of agency experience to try and distil client needs into actionable, technical problem solving, Show more

Rashi Agrawal is the Head of Agentic AI at Hinge Health, where she leads the strategic engineering of high-stakes AI systems within complex regulatory landscapes. By expertly navigating the rigorous requirements of clinical safety, HIPAA, and global regulations, she ensures that disruptive technology remains both secure and compliant. Focused on the pioneer side of generative technology, Rashi is architecting "state-of-the-art" frameworks for Agentic AI that move beyond simple automation to solve critical member problems and drive dramatic business growth.

Formerly the Head of AI at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech in Green Energy, Rashi spearheaded enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimized everything from complex loan processing to customer engagement while managing a complex cross functional global portfolio. With a unique blend of holistic vision and deep technical expertise, she has a proven track record of developing intelligent decision-making systems and risk assessment platforms that deliver measurable business value through Generative and Agentic AI.

Earlier in her career, Rashi led engineering teams at Yahoo, where she transformed early-stage technical challenges into massive growth engines for their multi billion-dollar advertising business. Her approach is defined by a commitment to technical innovation grounded in strategic business transformation, ensuring that AI serves as a competitive moat rather than just a technical layer.

Beyond the office, Rashi is a global explorer who has traveled to over 45 countries, bringing a diverse, international perspective to her leadership. She is an active thought leader in the Engineering Leadership and AI community. An Indian immigrant with a Master’s in Computer Science from San Jose State University, an alumna of Stanford Graduate School of Business Executive Education program, she is also the founder of Women In Tech AI (WIT AI), a community dedicated to empowering and elevating women leaders in the artificial intelligence space.

Rashi Agrawal is the Head of Agentic AI at Hinge Health, where she leads the strategic engineering of high-stakes AI systems within complex regulatory landscapes. By expertly navigating the rigorous requirements of clinical safety, HIPAA, and global ... Show more

Ralf Richter is a renowned IT expert with over two decades of professional experience, specializing in cloud technologies. He has demonstrated his expertise across various industries, including medical technology, finance, automotive, and manufacturing. As a consultant, Ralf has worked on cloud projects at various levels, from strategic to methodical aspects, advising both executive boards and developer teams.

Ralf has been repeatedly honored as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), underscoring his profound knowledge and significant contribution to the IT community. He serves as a Cloud Solution Architect and is also active as a coach and trainer for cloud and software technologies. Ralf is known for always being at the forefront of technology, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence, where he develops and implements innovative solutions.

Additionally, Ralf engages as a Community Leader, where he shares his knowledge and acts as a mentor for emerging professionals in the technology sector. His commitment and expertise make him a key figure in the world of IT and cloud technology.

Ralf Richter is a renowned IT expert with over two decades of professional experience, specializing in cloud technologies. He has demonstrated his expertise across various industries, including medical technology, finance, automotive, and manufacturi... Show more

With over 25 years of experience in the field of information security and IT/OT cybersecurity, Alexandro has several certifications in Industrial Cybersecurity (GICSP, IEC 62443 Specialist), IT Cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM), Ethical Hacking (CEH, ECSA), Security Management Systems (ISO 27001 LI), IT Audit (CISA, ISO 27001 LA), among others.

His main focus in recent years has been industrial cybersecurity assessment (IEC 62443, NIST-CSF, NIST-SP-800-82, C2M2), OT incident response, threat hunting, security strategy/master plan development IT/OT, risk assessment, security technology assessment and compliance services mainly.

Alexandro currently works as a regional technical/commercial advisor for OT/ICS Cybersecurity in Latin America where he helps several companies design the IT/OT/ICS cybersecurity strategy and architecture required for the protection of their operational technologies in different verticals and critical infrastructure. understanding its main challenges, risks and opportunities.

His strategic focus spans diverse industries such as Manufacturing, Energy, Oil & Gas, Maritime, Pulp and Paper, Food and Beverage, among others. He advises companies to develop customized solutions and architectures that fit the specific needs and unique challenges of each of these verticals.

With over 25 years of experience in the field of information security and IT/OT cybersecurity, Alexandro has several certifications in Industrial Cybersecurity (GICSP, IEC 62443 Specialist), IT Cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM), Ethical Hacking (CEH, ECSA)... Show more

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

Bootstrapped founder. Minimalist, grug-brained developer. Creator of Tusk for macOS and GNOME. Author of Platform Agentic: "Definitive Guide for Building Compliant Ai Agents".

Background in engineering, research and sales, it is my mission to filter out the cruft in tech and orgs, and maintain a steady focus on value, delivering sustainable, long-term business outcomes.

Bootstrapped founder. Minimalist, grug-brained developer. Creator of Tusk for macOS and GNOME. Author of Platform Agentic: "Definitive Guide for Building Compliant Ai Agents". Background in engineering, research and sales, it is my mission to filt... Show more