Formerly an Engineering Manager for Excel, and Product Manager for Power Platform, Jenefer retired from Microsoft to form her own company using Power Platform to solve business needs in the world including work on the Power Platform Center of Excellence Starter Kit, as well as IoT solutions for America's Dairy Farmers.

Formerly an Engineering Manager for Excel, and Product Manager for Power Platform, Jenefer retired from Microsoft to form her own company using Power Platform to solve business needs in the world including work on the Power Platform Center of Excelle... Show more

I'm Kaitlin (she/her)!

My superpowers are developing emotionally-intelligent leaders and revolutionizing organizational cultures into the most profitable asset. I have a proven track record of authenticating company values to impact employee engagement, efficiency in systems, and rapid growth of bottom line.

I founded Wayfinders Coaching & Consulting after spending over a decade in operations management and people leadership in high-performance organizations. I've worked cross-functionally in HR, business development, change management and learning and development, and across many industries--from higher education, food service, and retail--to DEI consulting.

What I found along the way is that the core ingredients for successful relationships (and ultimately business growth) are rooted in emotional intelligence, trust-based communication, and intercultural competence. Now I offer coaching, training, consulting, and thought-partnership for individuals and teams seeking to build these skills.

I work with an incredibly diverse team of practitioners, with go-to methodologies that include critical HROD, change management frameworks, emotional intelligence (EQ-i), intercultural development (IDI), systems audits, and cultural assessments.

I live on the Little Feminist Farm just outside of Atlanta, where we enjoy sustainable homesteading and host holistic wellness workshops and sanctuary retreats.

I'm Kaitlin (she/her)! My superpowers are developing emotionally-intelligent leaders and revolutionizing organizational cultures into the most profitable asset. I have a proven track record of authenticating company values to impact employee engag... 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

Alex Kempkens war Verantwortlicher für die Lean-Agile und kulturelle Transformation innerhalb der Continental Autonomous Mobility Division. Dabei hat er sowohl Executives als auch Führungskräfte und Teams bei der Umsetzung innovativer und agiler Methoden in der Entwicklung, Produktion und Verwaltung begleitet.

Aus der eigenen Erfahrung als Agile Coach und Entwickler hat er begonnen, selbst KI-Lösungen für die Themenfelder der Beratung zu entwickeln.

Aus diesem technischen Verständnis der Technologien heraus berät Alex heute Start-ups und Unternehmen dabei, Bürokratie abzubauen und alle Mitarbeitenden in die neue Transformation einzubeziehen.

Alex Kempkens war Verantwortlicher für die Lean-Agile und kulturelle Transformation innerhalb der Continental Autonomous Mobility Division. Dabei hat er sowohl Executives als auch Führungskräfte und Teams bei der Umsetzung innovativer und agiler Meth... Show more

Paril Ghori is a results-driven Data Scientist with a proven track record in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and MLOps, specializing in financial analytics, anomaly detection, and predictive modeling. With expertise in Apache Spark, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and cloud computing (AWS, Databricks, Azure), Paril has delivered impactful AI solutions that drive business efficiency and innovation.

Paril has built anomaly detection models that saved thousands of manual hours and identified financial anomalies worth millions of dollars. His predictive modeling expertise has led to an 80% accurate business lead forecasting system, empowering organizations to make data-driven strategic decisions. He has also spearheaded the development of AI-powered sentiment analysis for earnings call transcripts, helping businesses understand market impact on stock prices.

Beyond modeling, Paril has optimized MLOps pipelines, automated cloud-based analytics, and developed scalable anomaly detection frameworks to support multiple business cases. His work on NLP-driven customer insights and marketing mix models has directly increased ROI and operational efficiency.

Passionate about innovation, Paril thrives at the intersection of AI, cloud computing, and business intelligence, continuously pushing the boundaries of data science to create real-world impact.

Paril Ghori is a results-driven Data Scientist with a proven track record in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and MLOps, specializing in financial analytics, anomaly detection, and predictive modeling. With expertise in Apache Spark, PyTorch, Te... Show more

Economic Expert in the following topics: Circular Economy, Extended Producer Responsibility, E-waste, Green patents, Critical Raw Materials, Rare Earth Elements, Glass Reinforce Plastic and end-of-life boats.
She has published several articles and reports on these topics, and she has taught at Mater level classes. She is the scientific responsible for various research projects in her research centre.

Economic Expert in the following topics: Circular Economy, Extended Producer Responsibility, E-waste, Green patents, Critical Raw Materials, Rare Earth Elements, Glass Reinforce Plastic and end-of-life boats. She has published several articles and ... Show more

Jan is a rock climbing enthusiast who combines his love for maps, sports, and software development in the openclimbing.org project.

Jan is a rock climbing enthusiast who combines his love for maps, sports, and software development in the openclimbing.org project. Show more

Ari Waller is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in technical recruiting and community building. As the former Global Meetup Event Manager at JFrog, he was dedicated to fostering vibrant developer communities worldwide. Ari is the creator of the TLC4 philosophy—Technology, Leadership, Career Path, Commute, Compensation, and Culture—designed to guide professionals in navigating and thriving in their careers. His passion for connecting people with opportunities and his commitment to continuous learning make him a respected figure in the tech industry.

Ari Waller is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in technical recruiting and community building. As the former Global Meetup Event Manager at JFrog, he was dedicated to fostering vibrant developer communities worldwide. Ari i... Show more

A farmer and management advisor focused on agriculture, food systems and organizational agility. Over the years, he has led initiatives with forward thinking organizations across a range of sectors like banking, app development, biotech and agriculture. After witnessing environmental challenges and participating in group studies in the EU Commission he founded Rural PM: Incubation & Management Academy in 2016. His goal is to help strengthen management practices in agri food systems, promoting value creation in a simple and regenerative way.

A farmer and management advisor focused on agriculture, food systems and organizational agility. Over the years, he has led initiatives with forward thinking organizations across a range of sectors like banking, app development, biotech and agricultu... Show more

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs

Wie sehen wünschenswerte Zukünfte aus? Wie können wir eine lebensdienliche Wirtschaft und nachhaltige Gesellschaft gestalten? Welchen Beitrag kann Bildung leisten, um die Krisen unserer Zeit zu bewältigen?

Als Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter im Bereich der Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs unter der Leitung von Prof. Dr. Silja Graupe an der HfGG suche ich nach wirkungsvollen Antworten auf diese Fragestellungen. Mich beschäftigen insbesondere die Zusammenhänge und Potenziale zwischen Transformativer Bildung, Zukünftebildung und Futures Literacy. Mithilfe der 4FutureLabs forsche ich zu diesen Themen in der Hochschulbildung im Bachelor & Master, in der Schulbildung und in zivilgesellschaftlichen Kontexten.

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs Wie sehen wünschenswerte Zukünfte aus? Wie können wir eine lebensdienliche Wirtschaft und nachhaltige Gesellschaft gestalten? Welchen Beitrag kann Bildung leisten, um die Krisen unsere... Show more

expert for additive manufacturing of ceramics, hardmetals and glasses

expert for additive manufacturing of ceramics, hardmetals and glasses Show more

The Fairies bring a wide range of sessions to brighten your next event.

Combining Intergenerational wisdom and business expertise, The Fairies speak on a vast array of subjects.

We can help you create environments to question ageism in NFTs or initiate focus on mental health and wellbeing in the metaverse, with our life experience and philosophical nature allows us to question things differently.

We interpret disruptive innovation and explain it to the layman.

With a unique jigsaw of personality and relatability, there is Kate, with her background in Old-Fi (traditional finance) and Molly with a background in creative arts, they are choosing the blockchain as their next venture.

Working together in a male-dominated industry, transitioning from construction to Web3 with years of business experience, the Fairies will leave you entertained and educated.

Whether you call them Kate and Molly, Mother and Daughter or Fairy GodMother and Tinkerbell, they bring their signature high-energy every time and will leave the audience feeling empowered or even magical.

The Fairies bring a wide range of sessions to brighten your next event. Combining Intergenerational wisdom and business expertise, The Fairies speak on a vast array of subjects. We can help you create environments to question ageism in NFTs... Show more

Ken Espiritu is passionate about developing personal projects that integrate technologies mainly on AI, machine learning, computer vision, voice technologies, robotics, and automation. With a deep interest in exploring how technology can enhance everyday life, Ken enjoys building innovative solutions that blend multiple disciplines. Outside of tech, Ken loves to travel, meet new people, learn from different perspectives, and immerse in diverse cultures. This blend of curiosity and creativity fuels his dedication to continuous learning and sharing knowledge with others.

Ken Espiritu is passionate about developing personal projects that integrate technologies mainly on AI, machine learning, computer vision, voice technologies, robotics, and automation. With a deep interest in exploring how technology can enhance ever... Show more

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range of development and humanitarian projects. Awoke's expertise spans program management, monitoring, and evaluation, particularly in areas such as water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), women’s empowerment, digital rights, and social inclusion. His experience includes strategy development, project design and execution, program logistics administration, and engaging in policy dialogues. Currently, he is working with HOPE International Development Agency in the capacity of Strategy and Programs Manager and actively volunteering with TOGETHER, a civil society working towards narrowing down the digital divide for persons with disabilities.

Awoke holds a Master’s degree in Political Science and Social Work, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. He is an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center and the DATA4CHANGE Data Storytelling and Design Sprint. Recognized for his leadership and impact, Awoke was awarded the African Youth SDGs Achievers Award in 2022, under the category of Leader of Equality. His professional interests include policy dialogue, digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, women’s empowerment, and WASH issues.

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range o... Show more

Stefano Righi is Senior Vice President and Chief Security Architect at AMI. He has over 40 years of experience in R&D management with a special focus on firmware and software technologies and architectures. His 25+ year tenure at AMI has covered UEFI architecture, Firmware Development Environments, GUI and Pre-Boot solutions, while acting as founder and current leader of security operations at AMI. He also represents AMI on the Board of Directors for the UEFI Forum, which champions firmware innovation through industry collaboration and the advocacy of a standardized interface to simplify and secure platform initialization and firmware bootstrap operations. He also represents AMI on the governing board of CHIPS Alliance, Linux Foundation project developing Caliptra. Mr. Righi holds a degree in electronics engineering from the University of Bologna in Italy.

Stefano Righi is Senior Vice President and Chief Security Architect at AMI. He has over 40 years of experience in R&D management with a special focus on firmware and software technologies and architectures. His 25+ year tenure at AMI has covered UEFI... Show more

Eduardo is a Senior Systems Software Engineer at NVIDIA, working on the Cloud Native Technologies team. Eduardo has focused on enabling users to build and deploy containers on distributed environments.

Eduardo is a Senior Systems Software Engineer at NVIDIA, working on the Cloud Native Technologies team. Eduardo has focused on enabling users to build and deploy containers on distributed environments. Show more

Steffen M. Schumacher is an expert in communication, education, and sustainability based in Kiel, Germany. As a consultant, speaker, and founder, he supports companies in their journey toward sustainable transformation. His focus is on fostering communication and educational processes to enable change at every level.

His mission is to make people visible—on equal footing, whether in professional contexts, within teams, or on stage. With years of experience as a teacher and a hands-on practitioner, he creates spaces for knowledge sharing and drives sustainable change processes that work from the inside out.

Through his start-up, ID4C.org, he connects personal and organizational development to achieve sustainable business goals through the intrinsic motivation of employees. As a speaker, he inspires audiences with insights on communication and sustainability, regularly sharing his expertise in professional publications.

Steffen M. Schumacher is an expert in communication, education, and sustainability based in Kiel, Germany. As a consultant, speaker, and founder, he supports companies in their journey toward sustainable transformation. His focus is on fostering comm... Show more

Marco is the founder and Managing Director of Mainmatter, an Engineering Consultancy from Europe. He has been in tech since the late 90s and worked with various technologies from .NET to Rails, Elixir and Phoenix, TypeScript and Rust. He and his team advise international teams on architecture, technology choice, process, and developer infrastructure. He is passionate about developing sustainable and reliable products and organizations based on strong foundations. Marco is also the Host of EuroRust, the leading Rust conference in Europe.

Marco is the founder and Managing Director of Mainmatter, an Engineering Consultancy from Europe. He has been in tech since the late 90s and worked with various technologies from .NET to Rails, Elixir and Phoenix, TypeScript and Rust. He and his team... Show more

Convinced Agilist, motivated by small daily victories, amazed by life, and inhabited by the values ​​of the Agile Manifesto centered on people, respect, kindness and continuous improvement. I put my skills and experience at the service of those who share my daily life, but above all I try to make them reveal their own potential, sometimes nuggets that they are unaware of themselves...

Mother of 3 children, neuroatypical, feminist and climate fresco artist.

Convinced Agilist, motivated by small daily victories, amazed by life, and inhabited by the values ​​of the Agile Manifesto centered on people, respect, kindness and continuous improvement. I put my skills and experience at the service of those who s... Show more

Melanie Stütz ist KI-Unternehmerin, Digital-Beirätin und Co-Autorin der FAZ-Buchreihe: "Frauen schaffen Zukunft". Ihre Karriere startete sie bei Microsoft und Siemens. Für ihr erstes eigenes Unternehmen überquerte sie mit ihrem Mann im Rahmen der ARD-Koproduktion Weltflug.tv fünf Kontinente in einem "fliegenden Auto". Als CEO von IDEASCANNER, Europas größtem privat finanzierten Forschungsprojekt zu Erfolgsfaktoren von Unternehmen, demokratisiert sie das Hoheitswissen erfolgreicher Wagniskapitalgeber:innen mit KI. Als eine der "Top 50 Thought Leaders in AI" ist sie als Keynote Speakerin vom Digitalgipfel bis zum Green AI Day aktiv. Seit 2023 ist sie European Climate Pact Ambassador und unterstützt mit IDEASCANNER, dem AI Co-Entrepreneur, die Skalierung grüner Ideen für den Green Deal.

Melanie Stütz ist KI-Unternehmerin, Digital-Beirätin und Co-Autorin der FAZ-Buchreihe: "Frauen schaffen Zukunft". Ihre Karriere startete sie bei Microsoft und Siemens. Für ihr erstes eigenes Unternehmen überquerte sie mit ihrem Mann im Rahmen der ARD... Show more

I bring over 13+ years of hands-on experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning, spanning both from independent research at IEEE and industry leadership for Retail Industry through my organization. As the Head of AI based Product Management at TCS, I spearhead the development and implementation of AI solutions that are now industry benchmarks for retail merchandising and Sustainable Operations. I've 12 patents published and granted across India, USA, Europe and Australia. I have also published on AI solutions and adaptation in leading journals, and trade media. I frequently speak at IEEE conferences on emerging AI trends. My current role as a Product head and advisor to 2 AI-based platform TCS Optumera and TCS Omnistore has kept me at the forefront of cutting-edge developments in the field. I'm passionate about guiding the responsible development of AI technology and would bring both strategic vision and practical implementation experience

I bring over 13+ years of hands-on experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning, spanning both from independent research at IEEE and industry leadership for Retail Industry through my organization. As the Head of AI based Product Manage... Show more

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Microsoft MVP in XML and SharePoint, former co-leader of this .NET User Group, and has been working on web applications since the mid-90s.

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Micro... Show more

Mark Weeks is a seasoned product leader and SaaS growth strategist with over 18 years of experience scaling cutting-edge platforms, driving innovation, and delivering customer-centric solutions. At ServiceTitan and Procore, he played a pivotal role in achieving Cloud 100 leadership and IPO success, generating $75M+ in ARR while building and scaling high-performing teams.

Mark specializes in bridging strategic vision with execution, leveraging customer insights and data-driven frameworks to drive product success. His expertise spans product lifecycle management, team scaling, and integrating AI-driven innovations to create impactful, scalable solutions.

A frequent speaker and advisor, Mark is passionate about empowering product leaders to tackle complex challenges, align cross-functional teams, and achieve ambitious growth goals. He has contributed to the success of startups, scaleups, and enterprise organizations, consistently delivering value to teams, customers, and stakeholders.

Mark Weeks is a seasoned product leader and SaaS growth strategist with over 18 years of experience scaling cutting-edge platforms, driving innovation, and delivering customer-centric solutions. At ServiceTitan and Procore, he played a pivotal role i... Show more

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins.

Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity.

With a career spanning roles as an energy trader, global head of innovation, and startup founder, Stephen has worked with companies of all sizes—from nimble one-person ventures, to European scale-ups, to multinational corporations with over 100,000 employees.

As the founder of Culturedge, Stephen advises medium to large enterprises on building the structures and strategies they need to embed innovation, take manageable risks and achieve exponential growth.

Known for pushing boundaries and telling executives what they need to hear, Stephen has helped redesign flagship products like ABN AMRO Bank's Tikkie and established global innovation frameworks at organisations like SGS.

A polyglot and global citizen, Stephen has lived in five countries and speaks five languages, bringing an international perspective to every new challenge.

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins. Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity. ... 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

Joel Bancroft-Connors, known as "The Gorilla Coach," is a passionate Agile Coach and Trainer on a mission to help teams and organizations create sustainable value. With over 20 years of experience in software development and Agile coaching, Joel has worked with diverse teams across industries, from data warehouses to legal software, guiding them to adopt Agile practices and achieve sustainable success.

As the Gorilla Coach, Joel is known for his ability to tackle the uncomfortable problems that no one wants to address - the "800-pound gorilla in the room" that can derail business strategies. By focusing on transparency, adaptation, and continuous improvement, he helps organizations structure themselves for success and develop the capability to deliver value repeatedly.

Joel is a thought leader in the Agile community, sharing his expertise through insightful articles on topics like Scaling Scrum and cultivating product agility. He is also a co-inventor of the Profit Streams method, helping companies align value streams with profitability for sustainable growth.

Driven by a vision of creating a better world for everyone, Joel approaches his work with passion and dedication. He believes in creating positive change one student, one client, one person at a time. When not coaching or training, Joel can be found working on projects around his Pacific Northwest home, where he lives on several acres with his family.

Joel Bancroft-Connors, known as "The Gorilla Coach," is a passionate Agile Coach and Trainer on a mission to help teams and organizations create sustainable value. With over 20 years of experience in software development and Agile coaching, Joel has ... Show more

Qasim is a technology enthusiast and founder at Primzel Solution, with more than a decade of experience in development industry. He is also a very passionate opensource developer helping out edX community to build highly scaleable and dependable solution for the blooming edtech industry.

Qasim is a technology enthusiast and founder at Primzel Solution, with more than a decade of experience in development industry. He is also a very passionate opensource developer helping out edX community to build highly scaleable and dependable solu... Show more

Holger is co-founder and CEO of the dicobis Group. He came into contact with Microsoft Dynamics NAV for manufacturing and supply chain in the 2000s and decided to stay in the Microsoft community. After a great time at Yaveon, he decided to go his own way in the Microsoft Dynamics business. He is fascinated by the Microsoft Dynamics Business Central integration for logistics solutions, self-driving machines, and production machines along the retail supply chain.

Holger has founded 8 companies and sold 5 in his career. Through his extensive experience, he brings enormous added value to other companies. In addition to Microsoft topics, his areas of expertise include developing and implementing successful business strategies, optimizing business processes, and identifying growth opportunities.
With his practical experience, Holger can help companies increase efficiency, implement innovative solutions, and achieve sustainable growth. He also offers unique insights into the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship, which is particularly beneficial for start-ups and growing companies.

Holger lives with his family in the Ruhr area. In his free time, you can find Holger on his board or on his bike. He is a passionate kitesurfer, mountain biker and snowboarder.

Holger is co-founder and CEO of the dicobis Group. He came into contact with Microsoft Dynamics NAV for manufacturing and supply chain in the 2000s and decided to stay in the Microsoft community. After a great time at Yaveon, he decided to go his own... Show more

Soumyabrata is an AI enthusiast and software testing expert with over 10 years of experience in QA and a recent focus on integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into testing workflows. Passionate about leveraging AI to revolutionize software testing, he bridges the gap between theory and practice, empowering teams to achieve smarter, more efficient testing strategies.

Soumyabrata is an AI enthusiast and software testing expert with over 10 years of experience in QA and a recent focus on integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into testing workflows. Passionate about leveraging AI to revolutionize software testing... 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