My name is Nejmeddine BEN OUARRED, known as Nej.

I am a Google Developer Expert (GDE) in Cloud Infrastructure and an Authorized Google trainer. I have 7 active Google Cloud certifications and Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification (see the complete list of certifications below).

I am as a Senior Staff Engineer at "Sfeir," a consulting firm specializing in digital and technological strategy, and a Google Cloud partner.

At Sfeir, I work with French and European companies on topics related to Google Cloud and also on projects involving APIs.

As a cloud architect, I guide Sfeir's clients in their roadmap for transitioning to the Cloud. I also lead the client's roadmap to setup Apigee (Google API Management product) and cover all aspects of adopting an "API First" approach.

In my role as a Google Trainer, I primarily deliver courses on Google infrastructure and development. I am also the lead trainer for Apigee and Apigee Hybrid at Sfeir.

I am a speaker on topics related to cloud and APIs.

Google Cloud Certifications:

Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Network Engineer
Professional Cloud Security Engineer
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Developer
Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer
Associate Cloud Engineer
Cloud Digital Leader

My name is Nejmeddine BEN OUARRED, known as Nej. I am a Google Developer Expert (GDE) in Cloud Infrastructure and an Authorized Google trainer. I have 7 active Google Cloud certifications and Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification (... Show more

Haider has over 25 years of experience pre-dominantly in data. He has designed and implemented multiple greenfield business intelligence applications, data lake and data warehouses. He has worked across industries, across geographies and across customer segments. He is currently working with Microsoft and participate actively in various forums and events talking on topics such as Data strategy, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Data modernisation and Open source database technologies

Haider has over 25 years of experience pre-dominantly in data. He has designed and implemented multiple greenfield business intelligence applications, data lake and data warehouses. He has worked across industries, across geographies and across custo... Show more

Ankit is an Agile evangelist, passionate about enabling people & businesses to adopt agility. He is an Agile Transformation Coach, accelerating the agile transformation for a large scale portfolio at the bank. Ankit has been a speaker & reviewer at some of the globally renowned industry agile conferences & leads the Pune Business Agility meetup chapter. Ankit takes active interest in coaching & mentoring people.
He has been the Linkedin community top voice for Agile Leadership, Executive Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Mentoring & Coaching. He is an excel nerd, a big time Marvel movies fan & always available to catch up over a cup of tea or coffee.

Ankit is an Agile evangelist, passionate about enabling people & businesses to adopt agility. He is an Agile Transformation Coach, accelerating the agile transformation for a large scale portfolio at the bank. Ankit has been a speaker & reviewer at s... Show more

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After having spent a decade in the software engineering space, I have developed a deep understanding of blockchain, crypto, front-end development, and UI design.

With over 6 years of crypto experience, I've led projects that set early UI standards for crypto including the first international crypto debit card and QR codes for multi-currency payments.

I am deeply passionate about decentralizing finance and creating products that put users in control of their money.

After having spent a decade in the software engineering space, I have developed a deep understanding of blockchain, crypto, front-end development, and UI design. With over 6 years of crypto experience, I've led projects that set early UI standard... Show more

Audrey Long is a Senior Security Software Engineer at Microsoft in the Commercial Software Engineering team (CSE), which is a global engineering organization that works directly with the largest companies and not-for-profits in the world to tackle their most significant technical challenges. To Audrey, security is like solving a puzzle, but with real life impact- and she loves to break these puzzles. Because security is such a focal point for many customers, but there are so few people, and especially women in the space, Audrey is passionate about making security accessible both to software engineers and as a career for girls in STEM. She holds DoD secret clearance and a Master of Science degree in Cyber Security at Johns Hopkins.

Audrey Long is a Senior Security Software Engineer at Microsoft in the Commercial Software Engineering team (CSE), which is a global engineering organization that works directly with the largest companies and not-for-profits in the world to tackle th... Show more

With over 5 years of experience in the tech industry, I bring a wealth of expertise in product development and cybersecurity. My background encompasses a diverse range of skills, including security operations, social engineering, incident response, and product security.

I have a keen interest in human psychology and human-centered design, recognizing their crucial roles in shaping effective cybersecurity strategies. Additionally, I am deeply passionate about leveraging emerging technologies such as AI and Cloud to enhance security measures and drive innovation.

With over 5 years of experience in the tech industry, I bring a wealth of expertise in product development and cybersecurity. My background encompasses a diverse range of skills, including security operations, social engineering, incident response, a... Show more

Backend engineer with 15 years of experience.
Designed systems for telecom, fintech, video streaming platforms and e-commerce. One common thing among all of experience is my love of backend. As a Backend developer and a competitive coder, I like to solve complex problems. I started my career as a coder in C++ language and continued learning different languages java, kotlin, go
I was working as tech lead to help creating cool retail banking applications for 5 years. Last 2 years, I am working as a Product tech lead with leading e-commerce in Netherlands Bol.com

Backend engineer with 15 years of experience. Designed systems for telecom, fintech, video streaming platforms and e-commerce. One common thing among all of experience is my love of backend. As a Backend developer and a competitive coder, I like to... Show more

'11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years working experience as a Finance Director at Fumex Tabacalera(American Subsidiary) and 4 years’ experience as CIO at CdF International, with more than 24 years in Executive Positions in Finance, Operations and IT. Has international experience as Program and Project Manager in Brazil, Holland, Spain, Italy, UK, US, Indonesia, Philippines, Colombia, Dominican Republic and Argentina. With deep knowledge in cost and staff reorganization, change management, project finance, company and project valuation, budget and cash flow control, funding, infra-structure projects, corporate policies, standards and procedures to achieve Sarbanes Oxley compliance, ERP implementation and project management. Pursuing 2 Masters degrees (Management Science – Kent, UK and Accounting -UFBa), MBA in Corporate Finance (FGV), and BA in Accounting and BS in Computer Science (Both @ UFBa). Also have the following qualifications: PgMP – Program Management Professional (PMI), PMP – Project Management Professional(PMI). After a successful change management in Fumex Tabacalera, is pursuing a PhD in Accounting and Finance at Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP). Natural leadership, mentoring and coaching skills, high commitment, structured thinking, and excellent negotiations skills completes my profile.

'11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years working experience as a Finance Director at Fumex Tabacalera(American Subsidiary) and 4 years’ experience as CIO at CdF International, with more than 24 years in Executive Positions in Fina... Show more

Chief Strategy Officer at NSquare Xperts, with extensive experience in Strategizing, devising, implementing Operational and Business Strategies. Ground up experience to perceive business aspects from a miniscule to larger levels. Adept in strategizing in diverse market scenarios and with deep understanding on organizational life cycle. Line of execution includes reviewing, formulating, refining and creating process driven environment throughout the organization. Role stretches across Relationship Management and Delivery.

Chief Strategy Officer at NSquare Xperts, with extensive experience in Strategizing, devising, implementing Operational and Business Strategies. Ground up experience to perceive business aspects from a miniscule to larger levels. Adept in strategizin... Show more

Executiva com mais de 20 anos de experiência liderando mudanças organizacionais e impulsionando a agilidade em empresas de diversos setores, como Indústria Automotiva, Telecomunicações, Cosméticos, Serviços Digitais e Mercado Financeiro. Atuou em multinacionais renomadas, como Delphi Automotive Systems, Natura&Co e Stefanini.

Fabiana é Mestre em Economia Empresarial, pós-graduada em Gestão de Projetos (FGV) e em Sistemas de Redes (INATEL). Atuou como coordenadora e professora no curso de pós-graduação em Gerenciamento Ágil e, atualmente, exerce as funções de mentora de carreira em agilidade, consultora de transformação organizacional e palestrante em eventos de agilidade, como o Agile Trends. Além disso, é escritora de diversos livros colaborativos, compartilhando suas experiências e conhecimentos com a comunidade ágil.

Executiva com mais de 20 anos de experiência liderando mudanças organizacionais e impulsionando a agilidade em empresas de diversos setores, como Indústria Automotiva, Telecomunicações, Cosméticos, Serviços Digitais e Mercado Financeiro. Atuou em mul... Show more

GenAI Solutions Architect at Google and INSEAD Alumni with an interest in research areas such as Data Science, Machine Learning and Product Development. Aside from my work activities, I am a technical writer/editor for publications such as Towards Data Science.

GenAI Solutions Architect at Google and INSEAD Alumni with an interest in research areas such as Data Science, Machine Learning and Product Development. Aside from my work activities, I am a technical writer/editor for publications such as Towards Da... Show more

I have over 7 years of experience as a software developer & a passion for website technology. With a background in engineering, I have found my calling in the world of technology, where I can innovate in the tech world, push boundaries, & transform. I am a learner, I fundamentally believe that if you are learning new things, you continue doing great & useful things. Beyond the technical aspects, I prioritize collaboration & exchange of ideas

I have over 7 years of experience as a software developer & a passion for website technology. With a background in engineering, I have found my calling in the world of technology, where I can innovate in the tech world, push boundaries, & transform. ... Show more

Experienced developer working on multiple projects in various companies:
Chapter Lead at TBC Bank (Tbilisi, Georgia from 2023), Tech Lead at Cigen (Lviv, Ukraine) working on Rocktop Analytics project (Texas, USA) (2022-2023,
Senior Backend Developer at Pensure (Stokholm, Sweden) (2021),
Fullstack Developer (Dotnet & Angular) at Alta Software (Tbilisi, Georgia) (2018-2020), Software Developer at Ministry of Finance of Georgia (Tbilisi, Georgia 2016-2018)

Experienced developer working on multiple projects in various companies: Chapter Lead at TBC Bank (Tbilisi, Georgia from 2023), Tech Lead at Cigen (Lviv, Ukraine) working on Rocktop Analytics project (Texas, USA) (2022-2023, Senior Backend Develop... Show more

I am an android developer with more than 4 years of commercial experience. During this time, I worked on different projects. From small startups that started from scratch to large product company with hundreds of android developers. I like to study new things in the development process and to share my knowledge and experience.

I am an android developer with more than 4 years of commercial experience. During this time, I worked on different projects. From small startups that started from scratch to large product company with hundreds of android developers. I like to study n... Show more

I'm a software engineer with a focus on backend engineering and cloud engineering. I have been in the payments industry for over 7 years building and leading technical teams. Being a certified AWS Developer Associate, I am an advocate for scalable and optimized systems while building on the cloud. i enjoy learning, knowledge sharing and providing mentorship with my experience whenever i can.

I'm a software engineer with a focus on backend engineering and cloud engineering. I have been in the payments industry for over 7 years building and leading technical teams. Being a certified AWS Developer Associate, I am an advocate for scalable a... Show more

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

An avid SQL Server DBA, Architect with extensive background in insurance and finance industry

An avid SQL Server DBA, Architect with extensive background in insurance and finance industry Show more

Sunny Johnson stands out as an Agile Coach with an impressive ten-year track record in Agile leadership, enriched by her extensive experience in retail and sales. Her insightful approach to managing intricate projects from their inception to their execution has significantly optimized operations and team dynamics within challenging IT environments.

A fervent advocate for Agile methodologies, Sunny has been instrumental in reshaping business processes, resulting in remarkable productivity boosts and stronger stakeholder relationships. Her participatory leadership style fosters a culture where continuous growth and inventive problem-solving are the norms. Strategically, Sunny aligns business goals with Agile tenets, ensuring projects are completed punctually and within financial constraints while adhering to the utmost quality standards.

Sunny began her professional journey in roles centered on customer service, cultivating a deep reverence for client satisfaction that now permeates her Agile project leadership. This respect for the customer experience is a foundational element of her strategic planning and execution.

Her expertise is characterized by the following core competencies:

- Agile & DevOps Integration: Sunny is adept at integrating Agile methods with DevOps practices, strengthening team collaboration, and enhancing production processes.
- Advanced Agile Practices: Skilled in various Agile frameworks such as Scrum and SAFe 6.0, Sunny uses Jira roadmaps effectively to lead enterprise-wide Agile changes.
- Leadership & Influence: She is renowned for her influential leadership style, having championed Agile adoption across different organizational layers, thus promoting a culture committed to learning and agility.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Sunny's exceptional ability to engage stakeholders ensures a collective vision and drives strategic initiatives through focused project management.
- Team Development: Committed to her team's growth and development, Sunny is dedicated to fostering an atmosphere where peak performance and innovation are standard.
-Retail & Sales Acumen: Her solid background in retail and banking provides a unique perspective on customer relations and operational dynamics, leading to a client-focused approach to technology solutions.

Beyond her technical prowess, Sunny is also recognized as a "Super-friend Connector," helping others harness their potential by refining their conversational skills for more engaging and fruitful relationships. Through her motivational "Sunnyisms," she assists professionals and entrepreneurs to access resources and forge meaningful connections, accelerating their path to achieving goals within their organizations or enterprises.

Sunny is the visionary behind SMJ Speaks, LLC and the Release the Brake Mastermind program, tailored for professional and entrepreneurial women. An accomplished author, her works include "Learn How I Made a Fortune While in College", "Come into the Light: Discovering Your Path to Purpose, Prosperity, and Powerful Relationships" and “Sprints to Success: A New Scrum Master's Career Guide.” Her diverse career spans higher education, financial services, telecommunications, and her current role at Cambria Solutions.

With an MBA from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Winston-Salem State University, Sunny's educational background complements her professional expertise. Residing in Mooresville, NC, with her life partner Bruce Johnson and their two sons, Harrison and Corban, Sunny embodies the spirit of leadership, mentorship, and the pursuit of purposeful, prosperous relationships both personally and professionally.

Sunny Johnson stands out as an Agile Coach with an impressive ten-year track record in Agile leadership, enriched by her extensive experience in retail and sales. Her insightful approach to managing intricate projects from their inception to their ex... Show more

Anand is a seasoned technology evangelist and servant leader, renowned for his expertise across AI, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Risk Management, Fintech and Business Development. Throughout his career, he has collaborated closely with CIO/CISO/CTO/CDOs as a fellow practitioner, consultant (vCISO) and/or Field CISO representing product vendors and channel partners.
His impactful presence as an industry thought leader is underscored by his contributions as a speaker and panelist at leading industry events. Anand’s engagement with key security bodies like NIST, ISACA, ISC2, OWASP, CFF, PBC significantly shapes security policies and promotes better cybersecurity practices. Anand is a distinguished board advisor, strategic angel and a limited partner in several startups and venture capital firms, specializing in cybersecurity.
As a proud alumnus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and a continuous learner with 20+ active certifications including CISSP, CIPM, AWS, he brings a blend of academic excellence and a growth mindset to the table.
Beyond his professional pursuits, he is an amateur vocalist, an adventure and a travel hacker, showcasing his diverse interests and passions.
With a keen eye for innovation and a knack for strategic thinking, Anand continues to make a significant impact in the world of technology and finance, driving growth and transformation in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Anand is a seasoned technology evangelist and servant leader, renowned for his expertise across AI, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Risk Management, Fintech and Business Development. Throughout his career, he has collaborated closely with CIO/CISO/CTO/CDOs a... Show more

Alain (Al) Schneiter is one of the scopewyse founders and an Microsoft Secuirty MVP. As an experienced solutions architect he is supporting clients and partners in training, concepts, designs and implementations using cloud solutions from Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Alain is focused on Microsoft Technologies, especially on Microsoft 365 Security, Identity and Compliance. He supports communities with his Microsoft 365 know-how. He is a regular speaker at national & international events and conferences and drives a local user groups with focus on security services based on the Microsoft products.

Alain (Al) Schneiter is one of the scopewyse founders and an Microsoft Secuirty MVP. As an experienced solutions architect he is supporting clients and partners in training, concepts, designs and implementations using cloud solutions from Microsoft A... Show more

Thrushna Matharasi is a distinguished data engineering and analytics leader based in Frisco, Texas, with over 12 years of industry experience. She has completed the prestigious CORE Program from Harvard Business School and holds a Master’s degree in Engineering from the University of Bridgeport.Thrushna has a proven track record of integrating generative AI and machine learning solutions to solve complex business problems in finance, healthcare, and mobile advertising. At Solera, she leads a 30+ member team of engineers, data analysts, and scientists, driving initiatives that blend advanced analytics with real-time data solutions. Her strategic implementation of machine learning models has resulted in significant revenue gains, while projects like integrating Looker and Snowflake have saved over $1 million annually.
Her previous work at Digital Turbine showcased her expertise in database migrations, AI-driven forecasting, and data lake house architecture, yielding cost reductions and efficiency improvements. She has a keen ability to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions, from automated GDPR compliance models to predictive analytics frameworks.Thrushna’s leadership in cloud ecosystems, streaming technologies, and generative AI highlights her as an innovative force, consistently delivering high-impact, data-driven results and guiding organizations toward data maturity and optimized performance.

Thrushna Matharasi is a distinguished data engineering and analytics leader based in Frisco, Texas, with over 12 years of industry experience. She has completed the prestigious CORE Program from Harvard Business School and holds a Master’s degree in ... Show more

Erin Howland has lived in more countries than U.S. states and collects university degrees like other people collect coins. She has master's degrees in data science and Nordic studies (history) and baccalaureate degrees in accounting and history. She can usually be found at acro, yoga, running and hiking outdoors, and picking up heavy things and setting them back down repeatedly. When not wiggling, she's probably asking why/why not something is the way it is (or isn't) and furiously researching. She also watches way too many horse videos.

Erin Howland has lived in more countries than U.S. states and collects university degrees like other people collect coins. She has master's degrees in data science and Nordic studies (history) and baccalaureate degrees in accounting and history. She ... Show more

Greg Lacan is a seasoned SEO strategist and NFT enthusiast with years of experience promoting NFT, crypto, and blockchain projects globally. As COO for a leading agency, Greg has developed innovative strategies to promote NFT projects online, implementing SEO best practices to attract potential buyers. Greg brings his expertise and passion for the industry to provide attendees with valuable insights and actionable strategies for success in the NFT market.

Greg Lacan is a seasoned SEO strategist and NFT enthusiast with years of experience promoting NFT, crypto, and blockchain projects globally. As COO for a leading agency, Greg has developed innovative strategies to promote NFT projects online, impleme... Show more

Brian is an Enterprise Agile Coach who learned how to be agile and help others be agile through a myriad of consulting and CTO jobs at Internet startups. Once a software engineer but now he is just a passionate agile coach helping individuals, teams, and whole companies embrace Business Agility and all aspects of the Agile Mindset. Brian has helped three large Agile Transformations and most recently has led the team of coaches in the Agile CoE of M&T Bank, building workshops and helping coach ~350 teams and the leadership of the teams-of-teams, both inside and outside of technology. He is a word nerd, a Scrabble fan, a juggler, and obsessed with dystopian science fiction.

Brian is an Enterprise Agile Coach who learned how to be agile and help others be agile through a myriad of consulting and CTO jobs at Internet startups. Once a software engineer but now he is just a passionate agile coach helping individuals, teams,... Show more

At Flock Consulting, we specialise in empowering organisations to transform data into actionable insights, driving strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and sustainability. Our work with Central Plains Water Limited (CPWL) is a testament to how tailored data strategies can make a lasting impact.

Discover how CPWL partnered with Flock Consulting to revolutionise operations through a modern data platform. By tapping into existing data, CPWL improved water reporting, asset management, and preventative maintenance, strengthening resilience and aligning with their long-term vision for sustainable water management.

During this session, Mark McKenzie (Operations Manager, CPWL), Marieke Mahoney (Advisory Consultant, Flock Consulting), and Spencer will share how data-driven strategies have transformed CPWL’s operations. Learn how Flock’s Advisory Services can help your organisation get started, navigate challenges, and embed data strategies for long-term success.

At Flock Consulting, we specialise in empowering organisations to transform data into actionable insights, driving strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and sustainability. Our work with Central Plains Water Limited (CPWL) is a testament... Show more

Fauwaz is the Sr. Director of B2B Strategy with 15 years of experience in electronic payment technology, specializing in ERP integration, payment security, and sales. He has a strong background in leading software sales teams at Nodus and EVO Payments, contributing significantly to strategic acquisitions. With expertise in various ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics, Acumatica, Sage, and SAP, Fauwaz excels in driving partner success and customer satisfaction in the payment industry.

Fauwaz is the Sr. Director of B2B Strategy with 15 years of experience in electronic payment technology, specializing in ERP integration, payment security, and sales. He has a strong background in leading software sales teams at Nodus and EVO Payment... Show more

I'm Kayongo Johnson Brian, the founder of InversePay, where we’re revolutionizing payments in Africa through cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions. My passion lies in building intelligent systems that solve real-world challenges, from streamlining payments to automating complex processes. When I'm not scaling InversePay, I'm diving into open-source projects, leading Python Rwanda, and developing innovative tech that makes life smarter, faster, and more efficient. Let’s change the world with code!

I'm Kayongo Johnson Brian, the founder of InversePay, where we’re revolutionizing payments in Africa through cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions. My passion lies in building intelligent systems that solve real-world challenges, from stream... Show more

Yixin Liu is currently a PhD student at the University of Groningen, where her research focuses on sustainable assessment for crtical materials used in energy transition. She earned her master's degree in Low-Carbon Environmental Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where she specialized in photocatalysts for hydrogen production, and completed her bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering at Soochow University. She also has industrial experience in IKEA, FORVIA, and Valeo. Prior to her PhD studies, she accumulated three years of consultancy experience in carbon reduction and energy efficiency.

Yixin Liu is currently a PhD student at the University of Groningen, where her research focuses on sustainable assessment for crtical materials used in energy transition. She earned her master's degree in Low-Carbon Environmental Engineering from Sha... Show more

I joined the Microsoft in 2015. Since then, I've evangelized and advocated for Java on Azure and the development of Cloud Native micro-services App on Azure as well as Kubernetes.

For most of my technical career I have been an advocate and evangelist for numerous technologies; including Java, Cloud Native micro-services, Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes. With over 10 years of experiences as a Java Evangelist, I was selected as one of the “We are professional. 100 people energizing the world” by Japanese media company NIKKEI in 2013. As part of this, I have been a board member of the Japanese Java Users Group and an Oracle Java Champion since 2016.

I joined the Microsoft in 2015. Since then, I've evangelized and advocated for Java on Azure and the development of Cloud Native micro-services App on Azure as well as Kubernetes. For most of my technical career I have been an advocate and evange... Show more