Finance & Banking

Experienced individuals involved in financial services, including banking, investment, insurance, and real estate

Aashish Manchanda

Aashish Manchanda

I always prefer to fix complex product challenges and fixing UI/UX dilemmas. Since 2016, I have been focusing on simple, modern, and elegant & user-friendly product ideation, design, and analytics. Coming with a demonstrated history of working in the ed-tech industry. Skilled in User Research, Product Design & Development, Prototyping, and Stakeholder Communication.

Through my brief journey so far, I've mentored 100+ students and working professionals.

I always prefer to fix complex product challenges and fixing UI/UX dilemmas. Since 2016, I have been focusing on simple, modern, and elegant & user-friendly product ideation, design, and analytics. Coming with a demonstrated history of working in the... Show more

Alex Ischenko

Alex Ischenko

Alex Ischenko, VP of Engineering at Elopage (B2B, SaaS, Fintech), began his career as a Software Engineer over 20 years ago, and moved to Senior Management roles. His extensive experience includes:

15+ years building and leading development teams
10+ years in startup environments
Managed 100+ FTE teams
Expertise in SaaS, Insurtech, Healthcare, Gaming, Real Estate, and Fintech

Alex is passionate about mentorship, eagerly sharing his leadership and architectural knowledge.

Alex Ischenko, VP of Engineering at Elopage (B2B, SaaS, Fintech), began his career as a Software Engineer over 20 years ago, and moved to Senior Management roles. His extensive experience includes: 15+ years building and leading development teams ... Show more

Hudson Coutinho

Hudson Coutinho

Founder of the DevOps On The Road initiative and pioneer of the Brazilian eBPF community,
my commitment is to showcase the best of the community and learn from it, expanding and sharing knowledge through these initiatives.

My career has been marked by key roles in strategic initiatives for leading national and international companies,
specializing in driving transformative DevOps architectures, cloud migrations, CI/CD pipelines, and streamlined operational workflows.
In recent years, however, I have dedicated myself to guiding multidisciplinary teams
towards excellence with a focus on automation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Founder of the DevOps On The Road initiative and pioneer of the Brazilian eBPF community, my commitment is to showcase the best of the community and learn from it, expanding and sharing knowledge through these initiatives. My career has been mar... Show more

Renato Coelho

Renato Coelho

Atualmente, estou envolvido em projetos estratégicos como Prevenção à Lavagem de Dinheiro (PLD-FT), OPEN Insurance, migração de infraestrutura de Big Data para a Cloud AWS, além de atuar no desenvolvimento de pipelines de dados. Utilizo tecnologias como Docker, Linux, Python, SQL, Apache NiFi, ElasticSearch e serviços da AWS como S3, OpenSearch e Athena, além de explorar o potencial dos Modelos de Linguagem (LLMs).

Minha carreira, com mais de uma década de experiência, começou na área de contabilidade, onde fui responsável pela escrituração e automação de processos para atender demandas regulatórias. Posteriormente, transitei para a engenharia de dados, atuando na estruturação de bases de dados para modelos analíticos e otimização de fluxos de trabalho. Nesse período, adquiri conhecimentos em sistemas empresariais como SAP e em tecnologias de Big Data, incluindo Hadoop, a stack da Cloudera e ACL script, o que me permitiu lidar com grandes volumes de dados e implementar soluções para análise e processamento de dados.

Atualmente, estou envolvido em projetos estratégicos como Prevenção à Lavagem de Dinheiro (PLD-FT), OPEN Insurance, migração de infraestrutura de Big Data para a Cloud AWS, além de atuar no desenvolvimento de pipelines de dados. Utilizo tecnologias c... Show more

Jenn Drummond

Jenn Drummond

Who is Jenn Drummond?

Jenn Drummond is more than a speaker; she is a catalyst for change. As a devoted mom of seven and a successful entrepreneur, her journey from a near-fatal car crash to the peaks of the world’s tallest mountains is a testament to her unbreakable spirit. Her mission goes beyond personal achievement – it’s about guiding others to find their resilience and conquer their own summits.

Jenn’s BreakProof philosophy isn’t about avoiding failure; it’s about learning to rise stronger from it. She believes that it’s in our most vulnerable moments that we discover our true strength. Join her, and embark on a journey to transform vulnerability into victory and challenges into opportunities for growth.

With Jenn, you’ll not only be inspired but also equipped with the mindset and strategies to create your best life and become genuinely BreakProof.

Who is Jenn Drummond? Jenn Drummond is more than a speaker; she is a catalyst for change. As a devoted mom of seven and a successful entrepreneur, her journey from a near-fatal car crash to the peaks of the world’s tallest mountains is a testament... Show more

Kyrylo Nasardinov

Kyrylo Nasardinov

I am QA Automation Lead at Insart with 12 years of experience in automated testing web and mobile applications and building automation frameworks. Also I am a co-founder in FinLibro startup.

I am QA Automation Lead at Insart with 12 years of experience in automated testing web and mobile applications and building automation frameworks. Also I am a co-founder in FinLibro startup. Show more

Aniket Wattamwar

Aniket Wattamwar

I am a software developer and love to explore new technologies. Currently exploring and learning 3D printing with my Bambu Lab A1

I am a software developer and love to explore new technologies. Currently exploring and learning 3D printing with my Bambu Lab A1 Show more

Shubhendu Shubham

Shubhendu Shubham

Shubhendu is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a specialization in cloud security,Red Teaming. With five years of experience, he has honed his skills in threat hunting, drawing inspiration from his survival instincts developed while watching Bear Grylls shows. Shubhendu is an active open-source contributor to popular repositories like Docker Extensions and Microsoft Sentinel, DevSecOps Repo.

He holds five Azure certifications and has been recognized as a Kusto Golden Awardee, earning the title of Principal Detective Agent. His blog was ranked 24th in the Azure Blog-A-Thon 2021 by Microsoft.

Shubhendu is also a community leader, organizing multiple meetups such as Docker Bangalore and the Azure Developer Community. As a subject matter expert on Hack The Box, he enjoys playing Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges.

Shubhendu is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a specialization in cloud security,Red Teaming. With five years of experience, he has honed his skills in threat hunting, drawing inspiration from his survival instincts developed while watchin... Show more

Chinedu Otutu

Chinedu Otutu

I am a software engineer with over 5 years of professional experience developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining robust software
applications. I excel in creating innovative solutions and seamless user experiences. Beyond my technical skills, I am passionate about physical wellness and enjoy regular workouts to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.

I am a software engineer with over 5 years of professional experience developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining robust software applications. I excel in creating innovative solutions and seamless user experiences. Beyond my technical skills, I... Show more

Tarun R Jain

Tarun R Jain

I am Tarun Jain, currently working as a Data Scientist at AI Planet, a Belgium-based AI startup with over 1.5+ years experience. I was also part of Google Summer of Code 2024 at Red Hen Lab. I have been organizing workshops and AI/ML talks for over 2.5+ years as a Pie & AI Bangalore Ambassador at DeepLearningAI. This eventually led to the path of becoming a GDE in ML. I joined the Google Developer Experts program in October 2023. In my free time, I watch Anime and read Manga- One Piece being my favorite.

Portfolio: https://tarunjain.netlify.app/

I am Tarun Jain, currently working as a Data Scientist at AI Planet, a Belgium-based AI startup with over 1.5+ years experience. I was also part of Google Summer of Code 2024 at Red Hen Lab. I have been organizing workshops and AI/ML talks for over 2... Show more

Ramit Paul

Ramit Paul

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven track record of implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations solutions across diverse industries.

I am passionate about streamlining business processes, enhancing service innovation, and enabling customer value. I have successfully led and contributed to multiple projects involving finance, operations, supply chain, and retail modules, using agile methodologies and Six Sigma tools. I am also skilled in Microsoft products and business analysis, and I constantly seek to expand my knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving field of Microsoft Dynamics 365.

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven tra... Show more

Biswanath Giri

Biswanath Giri

I am working as a Google Cloud Principal Architect and I have 16 years of IT industry experience, I am self-motivated & result-oriented with 6+ Years of experience as a Cloud Solution Architect with a proven track record in Solution Design for Cloud technologies in IT Infrastructure functions and Managed Services domain with migration strategies planned from on-prem to the cloud and As a Cloud Architect, I guide customers in their digital transformation journey to the cloud. My primary role is to design solutions that will help customers migrate, operate, deploy and optimize cloud-based Infrastructure, Applications, DevOps, and Databases. I also contribute to knowledge sharing and conducting training. I am also Google Cloud, AWS, Azure, and Terraform Associate Certified.

I am working as a Google Cloud Principal Architect and I have 16 years of IT industry experience, I am self-motivated & result-oriented with 6+ Years of experience as a Cloud Solution Architect with a proven track record in Solution Design for Cloud... Show more

Israel Adetunji

Israel Adetunji

Israel Adetunji is a Software Engineer, content creator and Software Engineering mentor. He wanted to be a Software Engineer because he saw that as an opportunity to make an impact in different areas of human life. He's passionate about helping folks who are just starting in tech find their footing and make their journey easier.
He's also very much interested in career and personal financial growth.
He's currently trying many things and planning on visiting a couple of countries, so if you have tips on that, you should say hi to him.

Israel Adetunji is a Software Engineer, content creator and Software Engineering mentor. He wanted to be a Software Engineer because he saw that as an opportunity to make an impact in different areas of human life. He's passionate about helping folks... Show more

Jana Sloane

Jana Sloane

Jana is an experienced privacy professional and licensed attorney born and raised in Atlanta, GA. Jana graduated from Wake Forest University in 2013, and from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School Cum Laude in 2019.

In 2019 while leading the Privacy Program for Routematch Software (now Uber), Jana published legal research focusing on raising data privacy standards in the United States. For the past 5 years, she has worked as a Data Privacy Consultant for multiple financial institutions and technology companies where she was responsible for privacy-by-design implementation into lifecycle development and enterprise wide cloud migration projects.

Currently, Jana is working as a Senior Privacy Program Manager at Microsoft in their Identity organization working closely with developers and engineers to drive data privacy initiatives across Microsoft authentication and token services.

Jana is an experienced privacy professional and licensed attorney born and raised in Atlanta, GA. Jana graduated from Wake Forest University in 2013, and from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School Cum Laude in 2019. In 2019 while leading the Privacy... Show more

Nilesh Gule

Nilesh Gule

Microsoft Azure MVP | First Docker Captain in Singapore | Hands on Architect with more 2 decades of industry experience in the Finance, Retail and Healthcare domain. One of the early adopters of cloud native technologies with vast experience in architecting distributed systems. Blogger, Speaker, Technical Evangelist, lifelong learner. When not thinking or talking about technology, I like watching the game of Cricket.

Microsoft Azure MVP | First Docker Captain in Singapore | Hands on Architect with more 2 decades of industry experience in the Finance, Retail and Healthcare domain. One of the early adopters of cloud native technologies with vast experience in archi... Show more

Nathan Haas

Nathan Haas

I’m a Charlotte-based product designer with a passion for crafting clean, user-friendly layouts and delivering beautiful, functional designs. With a deep appreciation for great typography and an expertise in building Figma components, I strive to create seamless digital experiences. When I'm not designing, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our energetic 3-year-old.

I’m a Charlotte-based product designer with a passion for crafting clean, user-friendly layouts and delivering beautiful, functional designs. With a deep appreciation for great typography and an expertise in building Figma components, I strive to cre... Show more

Keren Katz

Keren Katz

Keren Katz leads Security Detection at Apex, a company specializing in protecting clients against threats associated with Large Language Models (LLMs) across platforms, including LLM-based chats, code copilots, agents, and both consumed and self-built applications.

Prior to joining Apex, Keren served as the Product Lead at Sygnia, an Incident Response (IR) and Managed XDR company, where she worked closely with hundreds of CISOs and security professionals worldwide. Her earlier experience includes a distinguished career in special intelligence forces as a software developer, architect, and leader of cybersecurity and AI products, where she faced attackers firsthand.

As the founder and former CEO of a machine learning-based startup, Keren gained invaluable insights as an early adopter and consumer of AI capabilities, giving her a unique perspective on the AI landscape.

Passionate about educating and empowering the global security community, Keren frequently publishes blogs and delivers lectures and workshops worldwide. Her recent work focuses on GenAI threats, particularly their potential to escalate into broader security compromises, including her widely acclaimed GenAI Attack Chain Framework.

Keren Katz leads Security Detection at Apex, a company specializing in protecting clients against threats associated with Large Language Models (LLMs) across platforms, including LLM-based chats, code copilots, agents, and both consumed and self-buil... Show more

Nthabiseng Mashiane

Nthabiseng Mashiane

Nthabiseng is a software developer in the banking industry with 5 years of experience with a current focus on integrations in payment systems. Her expertise lies in Java and Springboot. She has a keen interest in system design and architecture and spends her time upskilling and reading about these topics.

Outside of work, Nthabiseng enjoys finding a new hobby to venture into and she scratches her creative itch through sewing and pattern making. She also enjoys mentoring junior developers, working on side projects and investing in her personal growth.

Nthabiseng is a software developer in the banking industry with 5 years of experience with a current focus on integrations in payment systems. Her expertise lies in Java and Springboot. She has a keen interest in system design and architecture and sp... Show more

Dr Roushanak Rahmat

Dr Roushanak Rahmat

Roushanak is a renowned expert in AI and data science, with a strong focus on deep learning applications. She has a diverse background, having worked in both academia and industry, and has been recognised as a Google Cloud Innovator Champion. Currently, she is a data scientist lead at IBM, London.

With a PhD in AI, computer vision, and medical imaging from Heriot-Watt University, Roushanak possesses deep expertise in developing advanced algorithms and modelling. She has lecturered at Ulster University, researched at prestigious institutions such as the University of Cambridge, University of St Andrews and the Institute of Cancer Research.

Roushanak also has industry experience, having worked at Elekta, a leading medical technology company, where she was a pioneering AI expert who helped revolutionise radiotherapy by developing innovative solutions for cancer treatment. Her work had a significant impact on the field, improving patient outcomes and advancing the use of AI in healthcare.

Roushanak is a passionate advocate for education and community building in the field of AI. She is an active public speaker, tech blogger, and YouTube creator, Women in Tech Ambassador and Community Lead where she shares her insights and expertise with a wider audience. She is also a dedicated mentor, providing guidance and support to individuals inside and outside of IBM.

Roushanak has demonstrated exceptional leadership and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of leading teams and managing complex projects.

Roushanak is a renowned expert in AI and data science, with a strong focus on deep learning applications. She has a diverse background, having worked in both academia and industry, and has been recognised as a Google Cloud Innovator Champion. Current... Show more

Annie Margarita Yang

Annie Margarita Yang

Annie Margarita Yang is the definitive voice in Millennial finance, specializing in strategies for beating today’s tough economic challenges. She is the author of an award-winning, best-selling new book, The 5-Day Job Search, which helps young professionals get out of student loan debt while finding the ideal job.

With more than 1 million views on YouTube, her witty approach to tough talk sets her apart from others.

Annie’s journey began with a powerful motivation: to prove her high school guidance counselor wrong. Her guidance counselor drilled into her that she would be a failure for the rest of her life if she didn’t go straight to college and borrow $40,000 to get the degree. Annie refused to believe it. She secured three accounting jobs in a row in only 5 days, without the formal accounting degree.

And now Annie shares her methods with others so that they can do the same. Her candid style cuts through the noise, delivering foolproof advice for real-world challenges. Far from generic tips, her tips focus on practical steps to quickly improve finances, especially for challenges unique to Millennials.

Based in Boston with her husband, Annie complements her professional life with a love for piano, adding another layer to her multifaceted persona.

Annie Margarita Yang is the definitive voice in Millennial finance, specializing in strategies for beating today’s tough economic challenges. She is the author of an award-winning, best-selling new book, The 5-Day Job Search, which helps young profes... Show more

Alejo Krismancic

Alejo Krismancic

Passionate about technology and cybersecurity - Experienced IT consultant
un curioso insoportable

Passionate about technology and cybersecurity - Experienced IT consultant un curioso insoportable Show more

Jiahang Xu

Jiahang Xu

Jiahang Xu is a System Architect at China Merchants Bank. He has over 15 years of unique cross-domain experience working in telecom, automotive, financial industry, startup as a co-founder, and KubeVela maintainer. He's mainly focused on cloud-native application technology practice in recent years. He is seasoned in the application management system and is responsible for building large-scale financial platform engineering for China Merchants Bank.

Jiahang Xu is a System Architect at China Merchants Bank. He has over 15 years of unique cross-domain experience working in telecom, automotive, financial industry, startup as a co-founder, and KubeVela maintainer. He's mainly focused on cloud-native... Show more

Dontae Tyler

Dontae Tyler

Dontae Tyler is an unconventional cybersecurity professional who is challenging the status quo. Despite being a college dropout, he has over 8 years of experience in the tech industry, supporting various federal agencies. Dontae is a premier advocate for GRC, Data Privacy, and Security Awareness Training. In 2018, he founded OQP Solutions, an IT consulting firm that helps organizations and communities of users close security gaps.

Dontae is a highly certified cybersecurity professional, holding several certifications including CISM, Security+, CDPSE, and CEH. He is also a gifted educator, with unconventional cyber awareness training and education teaching methods that seek to educate the everyday user and challenge the most experienced tech professionals on the evolving cyber vulnerabilities.

Dontae is a passionate advocate for cybersecurity education and awareness. He believes that everyone deserves to be safe online, regardless of their technical expertise.

Dontae Tyler is an unconventional cybersecurity professional who is challenging the status quo. Despite being a college dropout, he has over 8 years of experience in the tech industry, supporting various federal agencies. Dontae is a premier advocate... Show more

Alexander Ptakhin

Alexander Ptakhin

I’m Alexander, a tech lead with technical and engineering management experience from startups to middle-sized and big-tech companies. I love creating friendly and effective team processes.

I’m Alexander, a tech lead with technical and engineering management experience from startups to middle-sized and big-tech companies. I love creating friendly and effective team processes. Show more

Arnaud Thenint

Arnaud Thenint

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

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard is a seasoned Axapta, Dynamics AX, and D365 F&O Developer and Solution Architect with over 12 years of experience. He is currently working at the Nordic Investment Bank in Helsinki.

He is responsible for modernizing #sustainable #financing using Dynamics, the Power Platform, and community building, always with a touch of Danish grumpiness and sarcasm!

He is an #xppgroupie, the maintainer of the #opensource project D365 Finance Toolbox, and likes to throw a pull request at anything related to Dynamics F&O.

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard is a seasoned Axapta, Dynamics AX, and D365 F&O Developer and Solution Architect with over 12 years of experience. He is currently working at the Nordic Investment Bank in Helsinki. He is responsible for modernizing #susta... Show more

Becky Wagner

Becky Wagner

Becky Wagner is the Founder, CEO, and AI Architect at Iris Blue Technology, an AI and Automation services and consulting company focused on making AI easy, accessible, and fun for everyone. Becky has over 20 years of IT experience, specializing in AI/ML, Analytics, and Cloud Architecture while working for Oracle, Amazon AWS, and boutique consulting firms. When not tackling technical challenges, she enjoys exploring Colorado and scuba diving with her family.

Becky Wagner is the Founder, CEO, and AI Architect at Iris Blue Technology, an AI and Automation services and consulting company focused on making AI easy, accessible, and fun for everyone. Becky has over 20 years of IT experience, specializing in AI... Show more

Siddharth Parakh

Siddharth Parakh

I have had the privilege of transitioning from a software developer to an Engineering leader role. This journey has been immensely fulfilling, and it has allowed me to gain a comprehensive understanding of the technical, managerial, and business aspects of Computer Science, various technologies and software development.

As a developer, I was deeply involved in coding, data analysis, problem-solving, and collaborating with peers to create recommendation engines and pricing models. Over time, my passion for technology evolved into a desire to lead and inspire others. Today, as an Engineering leader, I focus on fostering a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and collaboration within my team. My goal is to empower individuals to reach their full potential, both technically and professionally. Alongside my career I do like to stay involved in the technical community and be in the forefront of technology. Some of my volunteering work and other credentials include: 
* IEEE Sr Member and member of IEEE Computer Society
* Member, IEEE SA P3493.1 - Working Group on Secure, Compliant, Coordinated, and Inclusive Healthcare Data Recycling.
* Peer Reviewed 15+ IEEE Conference Papers 
* Active Manuscript reviewer - Peer Reviewed 5+ Books on Technology by Manning Publication 
* Judged Multiple Awards (such as Globee, Business Intellegence etc.)
* Judged & Mendored in Several Hackathons 

I have had the privilege of transitioning from a software developer to an Engineering leader role. This journey has been immensely fulfilling, and it has allowed me to gain a comprehensive understanding of the technical, managerial, and business aspe... Show more

Gal Shelach

Gal Shelach

I am a team leader of a production team in the Infrastructure group.

I boast an MSc in Electrical Engineering, though I haven't quite dabbled in eclectic engineering.
Toting an MBA as well, but you won't find me managing businesses.
I'm a certified financial planner too - and yes, I do dip my toes into that realm occasionally.

Beyond all that, inefficiency is my arch-nemesis, and I've been on a decade-long crusade to make systems run smoother.

And, just for the record, I have a soft spot for dad jokes.

I am a team leader of a production team in the Infrastructure group. I boast an MSc in Electrical Engineering, though I haven't quite dabbled in eclectic engineering. Toting an MBA as well, but you won't find me managing businesses. I'm a cer... Show more

Moritz Johner

Moritz Johner

Moritz is a platform architect, Open Source maintainer and contributor in the Kubernetes Ecosystem with a strong interest in information security and automation. He's employed at Form3 and currently operating a true multi-cloud Kubernetes platform across three cloud providers and bare-metal.

Moritz is a platform architect, Open Source maintainer and contributor in the Kubernetes Ecosystem with a strong interest in information security and automation. He's employed at Form3 and currently operating a true multi-cloud Kubernetes platform ac... Show more

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