Community and Curiosity are Stuart’s core values spanning his 20+ year digital career. Starting with pivotal transformations for major players like ASDA / Walmart and the NHS, he became an agile advocate in 2004.

Stuart joined AND Digital as a 10 person start-up in 2014 and led the set-up and evolution of ways of working as they grew to 1000+ consultants. He has honed practices for ~50 clients across various industries - Retail, eCommerce, Insurance, Leisure, Hospitality, Media, Publishing etc.

Currently, as Chief for Group Operations & Technology, Stuart directs AND’s internal technology functions consisting of Information Technology, Software Development, DevSecOps, ISO, and guiding AND’s AI enablement. He also regularly advises on AND’s complex and scaled engagements.

In 2020 Stuart co-founded the Agile Reading meet-up group. He has organised 50+ Agile and Digital external speaker monthly sessions, recently re-launching as FutureSkills:Reading to cover AI, Data, VR / AR, and other technologies.

External public speaker and keynote at international conferences (e.g. Agile on the Beach, ACE Krakow, XP2023, ScanAgile, Global Scrum Gathering, Agile2025 etc.)

Stuart lives with his family in Reading Berkshire where he is a coach and semi-retired player at his local rugby club and is a lifelong Leicester Tigers rugby team fan.

Community and Curiosity are Stuart’s core values spanning his 20+ year digital career. Starting with pivotal transformations for major players like ASDA / Walmart and the NHS, he became an agile advocate in 2004. Stuart joined AND Digital as a 10 ... Show more

Sweta Sinha is the Director of AI Engineering where she leads the design and delivery of enterprise-grade machine learning, generative AI, and agentic systems across large-scale healthcare and education platforms. She heads the AI Center of Excellence and guides teams through end-to-end AI initiatives, from early experimentation to production-ready AI systems, with a strong focus on reliability, evaluation, and governance.

Her work spans AI-native product development, agentic workflows, and platform architecture, with an emphasis on translating emerging AI technologies into scalable, repeatable engineering practices. Sweta also plays a key role in shaping AI governance across the organization, ensuring autonomy, safety, and accountability are enforced through concrete technical controls.

She focuses on helping teams move beyond experimentation to build trustworthy, AI-native systems that deliver real-world impact.

Sweta Sinha is the Director of AI Engineering where she leads the design and delivery of enterprise-grade machine learning, generative AI, and agentic systems across large-scale healthcare and education platforms. She heads the AI Center of Excellenc... Show more

Michelle Serna is the Senior Vice President of Revenue at TruNorth Dynamics and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for Business Central. She brings a unique blend of strategic leadership and product expertise, helping organizations harness the full power of Dynamics 365 to transform their operations and client engagement. With her deep knowledge of Business Central, she is recognized for simplifying complex processes, strengthening client communication strategies, and fostering sustainable growth for clients.

Michelle Serna is the Senior Vice President of Revenue at TruNorth Dynamics and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for Business Central. She brings a unique blend of strategic leadership and product expertise, helping organizations harness ... Show more

Kris Jenkins is a lifelong programmer, a Lead Developer Advocate for Snowflake, and the host of the Developer Voices podcast. Over the course of his career he's been the CTO of a gold-trading company, a functional programming contractor specialising in Haskell, and a regular hackathon organiser.

He loves good software architecture, innovative new programming languages, and most of all, building stuff.

Kris Jenkins is a lifelong programmer, a Lead Developer Advocate for Snowflake, and the host of the Developer Voices podcast. Over the course of his career he's been the CTO of a gold-trading company, a functional programming contractor specialising ... Show more

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and when not doing that, Clifford freelances as a .NET developer. An active member of the .NET community, he is a regular speaker at conferences and meet-ups around the world.

Clifford graduated as an engineer from the Ford Technical Training Centre in 1995. After 11 years as an electrical/mechanical engineer working with Robotics and PLC Programming, he trained to become an Airline Pilot in 2001. Clifford became a Microsoft Valued Professional (MVP) in 2020.

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and w... Show more

Matteo Baccan is a professional software engineer and trainer with over 35 years of experience in the IT industry.

He has worked for several companies and organizations, dealing with design, development, testing, and management of web and desktop applications, using various languages and technologies. He is also a passionate computer science educator, author of numerous articles, books, and online courses aimed at all levels of expertise.

He runs a website and a YouTube channel where he shares video tutorials, interviews, reviews, and programming tips.

Active in open-source communities, he regularly participates in programming events and competitions.

He defines himself as a "realistic dreamer" who loves to experiment, innovate, and share his knowledge and passions, following the motto: "Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching."

Matteo Baccan is a professional software engineer and trainer with over 35 years of experience in the IT industry. He has worked for several companies and organizations, dealing with design, development, testing, and management of web and desktop ... Show more

Senior Mobile Developer at Kingdom Bank Ltd, pioneering digital transformation in Kenya's banking sector with innovative fintech solutions that bridge traditional banking and mobile-first customer experiences.

Senior Mobile Developer at Kingdom Bank Ltd, pioneering digital transformation in Kenya's banking sector with innovative fintech solutions that bridge traditional banking and mobile-first customer experiences. Show more

Software Engineer from Apulia, Italy. Experienced JavaScript developer with a background in Angular, .NET, and NestJS. Linux enthusiast since 2009, CSPO and Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer. Currently exploring AI and building conversational apps with LangChain.

Software Engineer from Apulia, Italy. Experienced JavaScript developer with a background in Angular, .NET, and NestJS. Linux enthusiast since 2009, CSPO and Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer. Currently exploring AI and building conversational app... Show more

Johan is a Systems Engineer with over 15 years of experience. He began as a software developer and grew to be a leader in software architecture and DevOps projects, especially in banking and telecom.

Besides his main job, he's passionate about being a speaker and a writer. Johan has even written a book in Spanish called 'DevOps en nuestra lengua', sharing his knowledge and experiences.

He's worked in various fields like state banking and telecoms, always bringing his practical skills to each project. Johan likes to mix new ideas with good management, which has helped many businesses.

On the other hand, constantly seeking to train, learn, and explore new areas in the field of computer engineering.

Johan is a Systems Engineer with over 15 years of experience. He began as a software developer and grew to be a leader in software architecture and DevOps projects, especially in banking and telecom. Besides his main job, he's passionate about bei... Show more

Prajakta Prakash Talathi is a Strategic Analytics and Marketing Performance Leader with extensive experience in driving enterprise-wide reporting, data strategy, and analytics transformation across the financial services and technology sectors. Over her career, she has led large-scale modernization initiatives, integrating data intelligence, automation, and AI-driven insights to enable faster, smarter, and more informed decision-making for senior leadership.
In her current role at College Ave, Prajakta leads enterprise reporting and analytics, overseeing insights across marketing, credit, product, and operations. She has been instrumental in transforming traditional data ecosystems into agile, cloud-enabled environments enhancing scalability, improving accuracy, and strengthening business agility. Her expertise lies in optimizing acquisition funnels, designing robust forecasting and planning models, and enabling data democratization through self-service BI platforms such as Tableau and Power BI.
Prajakta’s leadership philosophy centers on bridging the gap between technical analytics teams and business stakeholders, translating data into strategic narratives that guide C-suite decisions. Her work in automating marketing analytics pipelines, developing predictive models for campaign performance, and building executive dashboards has positioned her as a trusted advisor in data-driven growth strategy.
Before joining College Ave, she led digital and analytics transformation initiatives at Accenture in Singapore, designing enterprise visualization frameworks and enabling self-service analytics capabilities across regions. Earlier in her career, she delivered end-to-end BI and data solutions for government, consulting, and financial clients, combining deep technical knowledge with business strategy acumen.
Prajakta holds a Global MBA in Marketing from the S.P. Jain School of Global Management, where she graduated with a Gold Medal for academic excellence. Beyond her professional work, she actively contributes to mentoring and community initiatives, serving as a guest lecturer and supporting nonprofit education and social programs.

Prajakta Prakash Talathi is a Strategic Analytics and Marketing Performance Leader with extensive experience in driving enterprise-wide reporting, data strategy, and analytics transformation across the financial services and technology sectors. Over ... Show more

Collaboration expert with focus to Microsoft 365 innovation & governance
Bio:
• Expert in Collaboration with Microsoft 365 at Raiffeisen Informatik supporting Raiffeisen Bank International (10 years).
• Expert for Info Management & Collaboration esp. SharePoint @ Raiffeisen Bank International (8 years)
• Head of IT architecture management @ Raiffeisen Bank International (7 years).
• Head of university of applied sciences for information management in Eisenstadt (5 years).
• Management consultant @ Ernst & Young now Capgemini in Vienna (8 years).

Collaboration expert with focus to Microsoft 365 innovation & governance Bio: • Expert in Collaboration with Microsoft 365 at Raiffeisen Informatik supporting Raiffeisen Bank International (10 years). • Expert for Info Management & Collaboration e... Show more

I am a UX design leader and product strategist with a decade of experience in creating user-centric digital solutions. Currently, I work as a product design leader focusing on enterprise design for Cisco. My expertise lies in scaling design systems, leading cross-functional teams, and driving business impact through innovative UX strategies.

I’ve had the privilege of speaking at global conferences like UXDX and NFT.London, where I share insights on blending creativity, research, and technology to deliver impactful results. My experience also includes leveraging design and AI to drive sustainable practices through in-depth research, usability testing, and exploring how design influences user decisions toward eco-friendly outcomes. Additionally, I’m passionate about mentoring emerging designers at premier institutions, helping them shape the future of user-centered design.

I am a UX design leader and product strategist with a decade of experience in creating user-centric digital solutions. Currently, I work as a product design leader focusing on enterprise design for Cisco. My expertise lies in scaling design systems, ... Show more

David Igbigbi is a Senior Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience in software engineering. Throughout his career he has collaborated with globally recognized companies including AB-InBev (the world's largest brewery), TheBulb Africa, and Duplo Finance (YC W22). His expertise spans across FMCG and Fintech sectors, where he has designed and built scalable applications while leading development teams in delivering impactful software solutions.
Beyond technical delivery, David maintains a deep commitment to mentoring junior developers, helping them unlock their full potential and navigate their career paths in technology.

David Igbigbi is a Senior Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience in software engineering. Throughout his career he has collaborated with globally recognized companies including AB-InBev (the world's largest brewery), TheBulb Africa, and Du... Show more

Ryan is a Senior Consultant at TrustFoundry. His research into Software AG's webMethods Integration Server uncovered vulnerabilities across thousands of exposed servers worldwide. An active bug bounty hunter and penetration tester, Ryan brings real-world offensive experience to every talk.

Ryan is a Senior Consultant at TrustFoundry. His research into Software AG's webMethods Integration Server uncovered vulnerabilities across thousands of exposed servers worldwide. An active bug bounty hunter and penetration tester, Ryan brings real-w... Show more

Ishan Shah is a Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, event-driven, and cloud-native systems across PayPal, Nordstrom, and Securonix. He has built real-time data platforms, CDC pipelines, inventory and decisioning systems, and high-throughput search and analytics infrastructure.

His work increasingly sits at the intersection of AI and engineering operations, including AI-assisted development workflows, context engineering, agent guardrails, and AI-native reliability patterns. Ishan is especially interested in practical approaches to autonomous software development, AI SRE, incident-response agents, and “AI gardening” — managing context, memory, and entropy in long-running agentic systems.

He mentors teams on reliability, observability, schema governance, and scalable platform design, with deep expertise in Java, Kafka, Debezium, AWS, Redis, Postgres, DynamoDB, and distributed systems.

Ishan Shah is a Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, event-driven, and cloud-native systems across PayPal, Nordstrom, and Securonix. He has built real-time data platforms, CDC pipelines, inventory and d... Show more

I am Mickie Brewer owner of 360Cloud, Inc., a Consulting & Training company that specializes in Office 365/Microsoft 365. Since 2010 I have been helping clients learn and implement SharePoint as well as other M365 apps. As a certified Microsoft Service Adoption Specialist, I lead companies into the Modern Workplace by focusing on user adoption and building more efficiencies for teams and individuals, so the organization realize the full potential and ROI of M365.

Over the years I have built specialties in; training, cloud migrations, designing engaging Intranets, planning site and information architecture as well as security and compliance for records management.

I am a leader in user groups that include both M365 focus and Women in tech.

I love to bring back the focus on people in technology. "Work is no longer a place, but the people and culture they foster." ~ Mickie

I am Mickie Brewer owner of 360Cloud, Inc., a Consulting & Training company that specializes in Office 365/Microsoft 365. Since 2010 I have been helping clients learn and implement SharePoint as well as other M365 apps. As a certified Microsoft Servi... Show more

Architect, engineer, designer, speaker, writer - professionally I've worn many hats spanning diverse business domains and tech stacks, and know a new challenge awaits!

Conferences allow me to share my experiences and insights to help you navigate our constantly-changing technical landscape with confidence. Though implementations differ, the underlying solutions - and problems within - often repeat. My goal is to share what I've learned so you can recognize patterns and make better decisions in your own work.

Architect, engineer, designer, speaker, writer - professionally I've worn many hats spanning diverse business domains and tech stacks, and know a new challenge awaits! Conferences allow me to share my experiences and insights to help you navigate ... Show more

Habeeb Babasulaiman is a Cloud & DevOps Engineer, OpenStack (Ironic & Bifrost) contributor, and AWS Practitioner. Starting his journey coding entirely on a phone, he grew into an active opensource community voice, authoring tutorials, mentoring at She Code Africa, and speaking at events. Passionate about open source, he empowers developers to embrace CNCF projects and scale their skills through global community programs.

Habeeb Babasulaiman is a Cloud & DevOps Engineer, OpenStack (Ironic & Bifrost) contributor, and AWS Practitioner. Starting his journey coding entirely on a phone, he grew into an active opensource community voice, authoring tutorials, mentoring at Sh... Show more

Yukti Lnu is a Lead Software Engineer and AI innovator specializing in Agentic AI, AI/ML systems, cybersecurity, and cloud-native enterprise architecture. With deep expertise in .NET (Core/6+), C#, React, and Microsoft Azure, she designs and delivers scalable, secure, full-stack solutions that integrate machine learning models, LLM orchestration, and autonomous Agentic AI workflows into production-grade environments. Her work focuses on building intelligent systems that combine multi-model reasoning, secure API ecosystems, and Zero-Trust security principles to drive operational efficiency, risk intelligence, and data-driven decision-making—particularly within regulated industries such as insurance and healthcare.

A strong advocate for responsible and secure AI deployment, Yukti emphasizes governance, compliance alignment (including HIPAA and NIST CSF), model observability, and cybersecurity-by-design across all stages of development. She has authored and published research papers in AI/ML, fraud detection, graph-based analytics, and AI-driven cybersecurity, contributing to the advancement of applied artificial intelligence in enterprise systems. As an IEEE member and contributor, she actively engages with the professional community through research collaboration and technical discourse.

Beyond her engineering leadership, Yukti contributes to the broader innovation ecosystem as a keynote and panel speaker on Agentic AI, AI governance, and enterprise AI architecture, and as a national hackathon judge evaluating advanced AI/ML and cybersecurity solutions across U.S. institutions. She also mentors students through academic lectures and workshops, helping cultivate the next generation of AI engineers. Her multidisciplinary expertise across full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and autonomous AI systems positions her as a trusted voice in the evolving landscape of intelligent, secure digital transformation.

Yukti Lnu is a Lead Software Engineer and AI innovator specializing in Agentic AI, AI/ML systems, cybersecurity, and cloud-native enterprise architecture. With deep expertise in .NET (Core/6+), C#, React, and Microsoft Azure, she designs and delivers... Show more

Inge Boubez is Chief Marketing and Growth Strategist at Neural Impact and a recognized authority and speaker on how AI is quietly rewriting the rules of buyer trust, visibility, and vendor selection.

For more than twenty years, Inge has driven growth at the intersection of technology, data, and human behavior. She has held senior leadership roles at global technology companies including SAP, where she served as Global Partner Marketing Leader and delivered a 130% increase in pipeline by modernizing partner go-to-market strategy. As Head of Growth at Moz and Ziff Davis, she transformed performance-driven marketing through advanced analytics, achieving a ninefold increase in qualified leads.

Inge has also served as CMO for AI and machine learning–driven companies such as Layer 7 Technologies, later acquired by CA Technologies, advising executive teams on AI-native positioning, growth architecture, and market expansion across North America and EMEA.

Today, Inge focuses on a shift most organizations underestimate: buyers now form opinions, assumptions, and shortlists through AI long before human interaction occurs. Her work moves beyond traditional marketing and business strategy, introducing modern frameworks such as signal engineering to help Microsoft partners remain visible, credible, and chosen in AI-mediated buying journeys. Known for her direct, practical, and thought-provoking style, Inge helps leaders and marketing professionals understand not just how AI works, but how it decides.

Inge Boubez is Chief Marketing and Growth Strategist at Neural Impact and a recognized authority and speaker on how AI is quietly rewriting the rules of buyer trust, visibility, and vendor selection. For more than twenty years, Inge has driven gro... Show more

Mobile Engineering Manager with 10+ years building and scaling large-scale mobile platforms across fintech, B2B, and consumer products in Australia, Europe and Asia.
I have experience of leading multiple mobile engineering teams, delivering high-impact features across identity verification, onboarding, credit cards and payments.

I'm also a published author of a psychological thriller Then I Choose a Horrible End.

Mobile Engineering Manager with 10+ years building and scaling large-scale mobile platforms across fintech, B2B, and consumer products in Australia, Europe and Asia. I have experience of leading multiple mobile engineering teams, delivering high-imp... Show more

As a Platform Engineer at 1KOMMA5°, Michael builds the critical developer platform behind Europe's largest virtual power plant. His work accelerates the development and deployment of software that currently manages over 50,000 decentralized energy systems and executes millions of real-time optimization decisions every day to decarbonize the grid. With over 15 years of experience, he drives the cloud-native platform strategy that optimizes the entire software lifecycle, empowering product teams to focus exclusively on innovation and ensuring the platform scales as fast as the renewable energy market demands.

As a Platform Engineer at 1KOMMA5°, Michael builds the critical developer platform behind Europe's largest virtual power plant. His work accelerates the development and deployment of software that currently manages over 50,000 decentralized energy sy... Show more

I specialize in critical infrastructure cybersecurity. From physical networks affecting the energy supply for millions of people, to software development lifecycles and software supply chains for banking institutions.

I specialize in critical infrastructure cybersecurity. From physical networks affecting the energy supply for millions of people, to software development lifecycles and software supply chains for banking institutions. Show more

Vilas is an experienced Engineering leader who has built Platforms and products at scale. He has deep expertise in varied industries like TV/Media Streaming (Netflix, Comcast), Retail (Walmart), Fintech (Bill) and the transportation and logistics industry (Truckstop). He is an advocate for Continuous Delivery and Developer enablement.

Vilas is an experienced Engineering leader who has built Platforms and products at scale. He has deep expertise in varied industries like TV/Media Streaming (Netflix, Comcast), Retail (Walmart), Fintech (Bill) and the transportation and logistics ind... Show more

Olorunfemi is a Senior Platform Engineer with nine years of experience specialising in the architecture and security of high-performance cloud infrastructure.

He excels at bridging the gap between Development and Operations, focusing on building resilient platforms across major cloud providers like Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud (GCP). His strategic focus is on driving organisational efficiency by leveraging reliable CI/CD automation, robust security features, and modern software development practices.

As a certified professional on multiple AI platforms, Olorunfemi brings a valuable multi-cloud perspective to enterprise solutions. His work concentrates on responsibly integrating AI-first strategies to streamline complex workflows, ensuring that the platforms he designs are secure, scalable, and ethically grounded.

Beyond his technical contributions, Olorunfemi is a committed mentor and community leader. His strategic mindset, honed as a dedicated chess player, focuses on eliminating organisational inefficiencies to empower colleagues and ensure every platform he leads delivers tangible business impact.

Olorunfemi is a Senior Platform Engineer with nine years of experience specialising in the architecture and security of high-performance cloud infrastructure. He excels at bridging the gap between Development and Operations, focusing on building r... Show more

I am a AI Orchestration Architect at Intent HQ,

where I specialising in the design and deployment of intelligent agent systems with the goal of making the business AI Native through demystifying AI, equipping teams with the knowledge and frameworks they need to extract real, measurable value from their AI investments.

With a 1st-class undergraduate in computer science from Nottingham Trent University and an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Bath, I'm passionate about turning cutting-edge technology, especially artificial intelligence, into practical solutions that deliver real impact.

I have worked with a wide range of clients, from fast-moving startups to large enterprises, helping them adopt AI-driven workflows, automate time-consuming processes, and unlock insights hidden in their data.
I specialise in making complex AI tools approachable and useful, whether it’s streamlining operations with machine learning or integrating AI into existing platforms.

What I enjoy most is showing people how AI doesn’t have to be intimidating, it can be a powerful partner in driving innovation and efficiency.

Outside of work, I have a passion for all things active, enjoying sports and adventuring. I also love travelling to new places and incorporating my love for films and shows into my talks whenever possible.

I am a AI Orchestration Architect at Intent HQ, where I specialising in the design and deployment of intelligent agent systems with the goal of making the business AI Native through demystifying AI, equipping teams with the knowledge and framewor... Show more

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

Benjamin Igna is the founder of Stellar Work, a consultancy helping engineering organizations rethink developer experience, productivity, and team design in the age of AI. On the Stellar Work Podcast, he sits down with some of the most compelling voices in tech and management to explore what great engineering leadership actually looks like. Beyond consulting, Ben is an active angel investor through Misty Mountain Ventures and the Association of Industrial Engineers Germany (VWI), backing early-stage founders coming out of university and helping them turn bold ideas into real companies.

Benjamin Igna is the founder of Stellar Work, a consultancy helping engineering organizations rethink developer experience, productivity, and team design in the age of AI. On the Stellar Work Podcast, he sits down with some of the most compelling voi... Show more

Christopher Dio Chavez is a dedicated cybersecurity professional with over 25 years of experience in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity practices. Throughout his career, he has been fortunate to learn from a wide array of experiences and to work alongside talented colleagues across diverse industries, including gaming, technology, telecommunications, oil and gas, military defense, and intelligence. Chris has always believed in the importance of continuous learning and strives to provide practical, effective security solutions to organizations navigating an ever-evolving threat landscape.

A committed educator at heart, Chris serves as an EC-Council Instructor (CEI), CompTIA and PECB Certified Trainer. He is passionate about empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and takes great pride in mentoring aspiring experts. Collaborating with EC-Council and PECB training centers in the Philippines has been a deeply fulfilling part of his journey, and he remains humbled by the opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of others in the field.

As a consultant, Chris has worked with both private and government organizations in the Philippines, focusing on information security, digital forensics, and incident response. He is grateful for the chance to help these organizations strengthen their security posture and navigate the complex challenges of protecting critical digital assets and infrastructure. In his current role as Chief Cyber Security Researcher - Offense and Defense within the IT sector, Chris collaborates closely with his colleagues to defend and secure critical systems. He strongly believes that cybersecurity is a team effort and that success is built on collaboration and shared knowledge.

Chris is humbled to be recognized as part of the TryHackMe Worldwide Hall of Fame, where he ranks among the top 50 cybersecurity professionals globally and No.1 in the Philippines. However, he views this recognition not as an individual achievement but as a reflection of the collective efforts of the global cybersecurity community.

Throughout his career, Chris has been grateful for the opportunity to share his knowledge and insights at various international and local cyber security and hacking conferences, including C0C0N, Microsoft-AMP, Microsoft, DICT CERTCON, BLACKHAT, Python Asia 2026, Dycifor AI Security Summit, and DEFCON in Singapore 2026 (Demo Labs). These platforms have allowed him to learn from peers, exchange ideas, and contribute to the ongoing discussions around advanced cyber defense, offensive security, and threat intelligence.

Chris has also had the privilege of contributing to the development of a cybersecurity examination, in collaboration with subject matter experts, sponsored by Prometric in London. This project underscored the importance of teamwork and collaboration in advancing cybersecurity standards and best practices.

Chris remains dedicated to the mission of securing digital ecosystems and fostering the growth of cybersecurity professionals. He believes his work is not about individual accomplishment but part of a collective, ongoing effort to build safer digital environments. With a deep passion for continuous learning and a humble approach to both his professional and educational roles, Chris strives to make meaningful contributions to the cybersecurity field.

Christopher Dio Chavez is a dedicated cybersecurity professional with over 25 years of experience in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity practices. Throughout his career, he has been fortunate to learn from a wide array of experiences and to w... Show more

I’m a Chief Architect with 20+ years of experience designing and engineering multi-platform infrastructures across Data Center and Cloud environments. As a Senior Managing Consultant (Go-To-Market), I lead Consulting, Advisory, and Architecture engagements across Pre-Sales, Sales, and Delivery, aligning business outcomes with technical excellence. I provide impartial advocacy to help enterprises adopt the most suitable solutions and services. I help organizations modernize network and cloud architectures, reduce operational complexity, and build programmable, observable, and secure platforms that scale with business needs.
I’m deeply engaged in the technical community as a Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), an AWS Authorized Instructor (AAI) and AWS Community Builder, Cisco Champion, and Aviatrix Cloud Networking Hero. Since 2010, I’ve delivered specialized courses and certification paths for Cisco, AWS, and Microsoft, combining hands-on architecture experience with pragmatic training that accelerates real-world adoption.
My current focus areas include Cloud Networking & Security, Network Programmability, Automation, Observability, IPv6, Segment Routing, BGP Security, DevOps, and AI.

I’m a Chief Architect with 20+ years of experience designing and engineering multi-platform infrastructures across Data Center and Cloud environments. As a Senior Managing Consultant (Go-To-Market), I lead Consulting, Advisory, and Architecture engag... Show more