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

Verinha Mafra is a leader in technology, agility, and data, with over two decades of experience at Banco do Brasil, driving strategic projects and digital transformation. She led international initiatives, helped establish the bank’s artificial intelligence unit, and developed agile processes tailored for data science. Currently, she leads the implementation of agility, IT architecture, quality, and UX at BBTS. Verinha holds a Law degree, a postgraduate degree in Software Project Management, and is currently pursuing an MBA in Project and Agile Methodologies. She also holds certifications in AI and leadership from institutions such as MIT, Harvard, University of Chicago, PUCRS, and Insper. Since 2021, she has been a speaker and panelist at events such as Agile Trends and Banco do Brasil Digital Week (BBDW). She focuses on connecting people, processes, and technology to deliver real outcomes and strategic impact.

Verinha Mafra is a leader in technology, agility, and data, with over two decades of experience at Banco do Brasil, driving strategic projects and digital transformation. She led international initiatives, helped establish the bank’s artificial intel... Show more

Open to advisory roles, consulting projects - tech/non tech, and speaking engagements

🔹 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝟯 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 | 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿 | 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁 | 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿
Helping global startups & enterprises unlock opportunities in 𝗗𝗲𝗙𝗶, 𝗡𝗙𝗧𝘀, 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝟯 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 & 𝗯𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱.

With over 25 years of experience in tech, I now work at the intersection of 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 and 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵. I advise founders, investors, and leadership teams on how to implement Web3 strategies, choose the right blockchain frameworks, and transition from Web2 to Web3.

💼 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗗𝗼:
• Guide early-stage & non-tech founders in launching successful Web3 projects
• Web3 strategy & advisory for corporates exploring NFTs, Metaverse & DeFi
• Conduct workshops for CXOs & top management on blockchain adoption
• Mentor CTOs on architecture, tools & rapid development paths
• Offer hands-on product development, marketing & tech team support

🎙️ 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁 – 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝟯 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁
Interviewing global Web3 leaders. DM to get featured.
🎧 Listen here: [Spotify](https://spotify.link/OdqGJWCa8Ab)

🛠️ 𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗼:
• Lead a growing Discord/Telegram/WhatsApp community around Web3, Startups & AI
• Run Web3 learning programs via [Ashoka Metaverse University](https://learn.ashokametaverseuniversity.com/courses)
• Mentor developers, interns, and professionals on blockchain careers
• Help companies find top dev talent for Web3/AI roles

📬 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁, 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝟯 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Open to advisory roles, consulting projects - tech/non tech, and speaking engagements 🔹 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝟯 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 | 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿 | 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁 | 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 Helping global s... Show more

I'm Bruno, aka Noir, an actor and web3 enthusiast.
After pass in different countries and diving into markets since 2021, I got deep into Bitcoin, DeFi, Ordinals and AI.
In 2023, I founded BitHolders Community to empower with tools new portuguese investors.
In 2024 I also founded Quintas Crypto, a weekly event en Aveiro.

I'm Bruno, aka Noir, an actor and web3 enthusiast. After pass in different countries and diving into markets since 2021, I got deep into Bitcoin, DeFi, Ordinals and AI. In 2023, I founded BitHolders Community to empower with tools new portuguese i... Show more

Pablo F. Iglesias es un empresario e inversor español especializado en la consultoría en ciberseguridad, privacidad y nuevas tecnologías. Lleva más de una década escribiendo en pabloyglesias.com, en cyberbrainers.com, compartiendo su conocimiento en el videopodcast enCLAVE DIGITAL y en más de un centenar de conferencias nacionales e internacionales, además de ser colaborador habitual en televisión, radio y prensa de los principales grupos mediáticos.

Hacker Fundador de la Consultora de Presencia Digital y Reputación Online CyberBrainers, de la startup de desindexación de contenido en Internet EliminamosContenido, del blog sobre nuevas tecnologías y seguridad de la información PabloYglesias, y del sello editorial Ediciones PY. Además, ha sido vicepresidente de la asociación de Marketing de España AERCO&PSM, ha trabajado como desarrollador y project manager para el BBVA, Telefónica y Mozilla, y ha sido CTO de varias consultoras tecnológicas (SocialBrains, Numerik...).

Ganador del trofeo a mejor divulgador en Seguridad TIC por Red Seguridad. Dos veces finalista a mejor medio de comunicación en materia de seguridad de la información por los premios Bitácoras, en los premios Día de Internet a mejor marca personal, y en los premios ESET a mejor divulgador en materia de ciberseguridad, representó junto a 9 emprendedores más al ecosistema startup joven español en la primera Misión Tecnológica a Silicon Valley.

Pablo F. Iglesias es un empresario e inversor español especializado en la consultoría en ciberseguridad, privacidad y nuevas tecnologías. Lleva más de una década escribiendo en pabloyglesias.com, en cyberbrainers.com, compartiendo su conocimiento en ... Show more

Code hacker, cyclist, and blogger. I'm a pair programming evangelist. Locked on Vim motion key binds since 2007.

My highlight experiences involve performance and architecture. I built High Frequency Trading systems for years, processing millions of events per day.

I also worked in different domains and technologies including embedded systems, 3D printers, databases, web and mobile development.

Code hacker, cyclist, and blogger. I'm a pair programming evangelist. Locked on Vim motion key binds since 2007. My highlight experiences involve performance and architecture. I built High Frequency Trading systems for years, processing millions ... Show more

Julian builds high-performing engineering teams and scalable products using cutting-edge technology. Leading Platform Engineering at ABN AMRO's Innovation Department in Amsterdam, he brings seven years of experience from the Australian Fintech scene, where he championed DevSecOps cultures. Passionate about containers, serverless, and cloud architecture, Julian empowers companies to deliver world-class customer experiences. Outside work, he enjoys cooking, travel, surfing, and mountain biking.

Julian builds high-performing engineering teams and scalable products using cutting-edge technology. Leading Platform Engineering at ABN AMRO's Innovation Department in Amsterdam, he brings seven years of experience from the Australian Fintech scene,... Show more

Graham Wilson is the Director of Cultural Policy Research, also known as RCCIL. His work focuses on exploring the transformative power of creativity and innovation within cultural industries.

Graham Wilson is the Director of Cultural Policy Research, also known as RCCIL. His work focuses on exploring the transformative power of creativity and innovation within cultural industries. Show more

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

Hailing from Mexico City, Victor Romero now has over 20 years of experience in the area of ​​Information Technology applied to Financial Services after completing his Bachelor of Computer Science at the National Polytechnic Institute,

As co-founder of Fintechando, the company that creates digital solutions based on the Apache Software Ecosystem, he has successfully overcome challenges related to aligning Open Source Technologies to the regulatory rules for bringing best in class software to Public and Private Institutions to strike a balance between innovation and compliance.

During this journey, Victor has implemented technology that enables customer-facing flows and improves the user experience while handling securely the sensitive data of the Mexican population.

Having used Software as the pillars to solve the needs of people, Victor is adept at crafting innovative solutions using information technologies.

Hailing from Mexico City, Victor Romero now has over 20 years of experience in the area of ​​Information Technology applied to Financial Services after completing his Bachelor of Computer Science at the National Polytechnic Institute, As co-founde... Show more

My professional experience has been closely tied to Microsoft Business Solutions for more than 15 years, with a particular focus on the ERP world. Despite my current responsibilities, I continue to work (when time allows) as a Solution Architect in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management, a product I am deeply passionate about.

Since 2012, I have been recognized as a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) in this category. Over the past decade, I have been dedicated to entrepreneurship, defining strategies for sales, marketing, finance, and sustainable growth. At Axazure, we are currently focused on achieving our ambitious goal of €18 million in revenue by 2025, continuing our international expansion as part of the Avvale Group.

In 2012, I founded El Rincón Dynamics, a Spanish-speaking community for IT professionals specializing in sharing knowledge and experiences about the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform. Today, this community has grown to over 7,500 members worldwide and is integrated with a training platform featuring an engaging gamification strategy through our virtual currency, “RinCoin.”

Axazure continues to lead its growth plan by offering the full Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform suite, with advanced expertise in CRM, Field Services, Marketing, Human Resources, Commerce, and Dataverse. Our elite team includes 4 MVPs, reinforcing our position as one of the top Microsoft partners in the Business Applications channel and now growing not only in Spain, we have Axazures in Spain, Colombia and Italy.

My professional experience has been closely tied to Microsoft Business Solutions for more than 15 years, with a particular focus on the ERP world. Despite my current responsibilities, I continue to work (when time allows) as a Solution Architect in M... Show more

Jan Asmus began his career as a credit analyst in the corporate industry, where his interest in process automation was sparked by the repetitive and time-consuming nature of manual tasks like copy-pasting. After automating processes as a Power User, he transitioned to the automotive industry as a Project Manager, where he led the establishment of an Automation Center of Excellence. This role introduced him to the Microsoft Power Platform as a key tool for process automation.

Building on his experience, Jan returned to the financial industry and joined Eraneos Automation GmbH as a Managing Consultant, focusing on projects within the investment banking sector.

With six years of experience in automating business processes, Jan has witnessed the evolution of Low-Code development from its early stages to its advancement through Generative AI. Throughout his journey, he has addressed numerous challenges arising during project implementations, deepening his expertise in the field.

Jan Asmus began his career as a credit analyst in the corporate industry, where his interest in process automation was sparked by the repetitive and time-consuming nature of manual tasks like copy-pasting. After automating processes as a Power User, ... Show more

Hi, my name is Sunand Sr.Technical Solution Specialist at Microsoft, with background in DevOps, Infrastructure Engineering, and Cloud Consulting. my extensive experience spans across multiple cloud platforms, including Azure, AWS, and GCP, making him a versatile Multi-Cloud Engineer.
I runs the Cloud with Bhatia Shaab YouTube channel, where I shares his knowledge and expertise on cloud-related technologies. In my free time, I enjoys dancing, cooking, meeting new people, and helping others.

Hi, my name is Sunand Sr.Technical Solution Specialist at Microsoft, with background in DevOps, Infrastructure Engineering, and Cloud Consulting. my extensive experience spans across multiple cloud platforms, including Azure, AWS, and GCP, making him... Show more

Vineel has spent the last 12 years in community building and user engagement across Technology and Creator ecosystems. With a background in Community Strategy and Advocacy, he helped build global programs, campaigns, and events.

As a Community Manager at Interledger Foundation, he focuses on nurturing and growing the Interledger Community. Vineel is passionate about Creator Economy, Creative Problem Solving, Technology, and Design that enable and empower individuals. Before joining the Interledger Foundation, Vineel was the founder of Collab House.

Vineel has spent the last 12 years in community building and user engagement across Technology and Creator ecosystems. With a background in Community Strategy and Advocacy, he helped build global programs, campaigns, and events. As a Community Man... Show more

Nikola Grcevski has worked as a software engineer for more than 20 years, mostly in the field of compilers, managed runtimes and performance optimization. Most recently he's working on low level application instrumentation with eBPF at Grafana Labs.

Nikola Grcevski has worked as a software engineer for more than 20 years, mostly in the field of compilers, managed runtimes and performance optimization. Most recently he's working on low level application instrumentation with eBPF at Grafana Labs. Show more

Hi, my name is Jonas, and I'm a Senior IT Project Manager and Data Architect at Mercedes-Benz, with a focus on Azure, Generative AI, and Power Platform technologies. As well-known Data Nerd and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), I hold an array of certifications, including:

• Microsoft Certified Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified Azure Enterprise-Scale Data Analyst Associate
• Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified Power BI Data Analyst Associate

At Mercedes-Benz, I’ve successfully led numerous complex Data and AI projects, driving the adoption and integration of cloud and AI technologies across the organization. Beyond my role as Senior IT Project Manager / Data Architect, I am deeply committed in empowering and upskilling fellow colleagues and customers through my work as trainer and mentor.

Over the years, I’ve developed and delivered a variety of training programs and sessions across Germany and North America, helping both colleagues and customers build confidence in working with modern data and cloud technologies.

I’m especially grateful for the guidance I received early in my career, and I strive to pay that forward by empowering others. Watching people grow and succeed is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work.

I'm an active member of the MCT Community in Germany, where I happily share my knowledge and passion for cloud technology.

Hi, my name is Jonas, and I'm a Senior IT Project Manager and Data Architect at Mercedes-Benz, with a focus on Azure, Generative AI, and Power Platform technologies. As well-known Data Nerd and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), I hold an array of ce... Show more

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

Martin is gefascineerd door de vraag "hoe blijven verantwoordelijkheden in ketens helder?" Als lid van de Strafrechtketen-Architectuurraad ontwikkelde hij samen met ketenpartners de aanpak Handreiking KetenBusinessAnalyse (HKBA) voor het Ministerie van JenV. Martin past deze toe in veranderopgaven om te komen tot waardegericht ketendienstontwerp. Van huis uit wiskundige, en met ruime werkervaring in organisatie-ontwerp en informatievoorziening, promoveerde hij eerder op het ontwerp van nieuwe en wijzigende verantwoordelijkheden in ketens.

Martin is gefascineerd door de vraag "hoe blijven verantwoordelijkheden in ketens helder?" Als lid van de Strafrechtketen-Architectuurraad ontwikkelde hij samen met ketenpartners de aanpak Handreiking KetenBusinessAnalyse (HKBA) voor het Ministerie v... Show more

Thomas AJ Hull is a database professional based in San Diego, and has been working with SQL Server for 25 years (since v6.5). AJ has worked as a consultant in the financial and biotech industries, and is currently a DBA Team Lead at MUFG Union Bank. His certifications include MCSE: Data Platform & MCSE: Data Management and Analytics. AJ enjoys mentoring developers and junior DBAs, and is always striving to learn more through continuing education and involvement in the SQL Server community. His goal is to pass along hard-earned knowledge with practical actionable advice, and believes that the best way to learn something is to teach it.

He presents at User Groups and SQL Saturday events throughout the Southwest (San Diego, LA, OC, PHX, ABQ).

Thomas AJ Hull is a database professional based in San Diego, and has been working with SQL Server for 25 years (since v6.5). AJ has worked as a consultant in the financial and biotech industries, and is currently a DBA Team Lead at MUFG Union Bank.... Show more

As a seasoned IT Operations and Business Management professional with over two decades of extensive experience, I am passionately engaged in collaborating with global organizations to harness the full potential of Dynamics 365 and cloud technologies.

As a founding member and the driving force behind Intelegain, a consulting firm celebrated for its expertise in Enterprise Integration and Software Development, I lead our mission to deliver bespoke solutions across a diverse array of sectors. Our expertise spans Retail, Financial Services, Travel, Workforce Automation, Pharmaceuticals, M-commerce, E-Learning, and more. With a robust presence in the USA, UK, Australia, Singapore, and India, we are well-positioned to serve our clients' needs globally.

In addition to my role at Intelegain, I hold various positions within the International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners (IAMCP), the world's largest community of Microsoft partners. As the IAMCP APAC Secretary, I am dedicated to fostering and nurturing the community within the APAC region, ensuring that our members thrive and succeed in their endeavors.

As a seasoned IT Operations and Business Management professional with over two decades of extensive experience, I am passionately engaged in collaborating with global organizations to harness the full potential of Dynamics 365 and cloud technologies.... Show more

Susan Blouin has distinguished herself as a transformative leader with over thirty years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies through significant growth and strategic development. Her expertise in blending strategic planning, sales, and business development has catalyzed revenue growth and solidified her reputation in national and global markets. In addition to her corporate achievements, she has demonstrated a commitment to community welfare by spearheading the development of a new wellness community in South Algonquin.

Assuming leadership at Portfolio Management Holdings in 2009 as CEO, Blouin has been pivotal in directing the company toward innovative and profitable ventures. Her most significant project to date has been the development of Nomi Resort Club, a $50 million luxury resort. This resort, spread across 850 acres and featuring 1,800 feet of waterfront on Benoir Lake, includes 51 upscale residential units. Her vision was to create a sanctuary combining luxury with nature's serenity, making it a sought-after destination for high-end clientele.

Elise Blouin also played a critical role in the strategic redevelopment of the Nomi Resort, enhancing its offerings and expanding its market reach. Her project management and finance expertise were crucial in restructuring the business to boost its sales and improve its appeal in the competitive luxury market.

Her leadership extended beyond real estate development to generating substantial corporate finance initiatives, effectively securing over $4 million in funding to support various corporate projects. These projects have enhanced operational efficiency and introduced sophisticated financial structures tailored to business needs. Blouin established a professional services group to manage complex transactions and consulting engagements, fostering company growth and stability and recognizing the need for specialized oversight of these ventures.

At Symantec Corporation in Canada, where she served as Executive Director of Sales Operations, Blouin excelled in managing intricate deals that substantially increased company revenues. Her strategic insights and negotiation skills led to securing significant contracts and enhancing Symantec’s industry position and financial health.

Before her tenure at Symantec, Blouin was the Vice President of Contact Centre Sales Practice at Omega Performance, where she significantly improved sales strategies and customer relations, thus bolstering the company’s market presence and operational success.

Susan Elizabeth (Elise) Blouin's role at Bell Canada as Director and subsequently as Executive Director of Enterprise Solutions, Sales saw her surpass sales goals and secure major contracts that notably increased the company’s revenues and expanded its market presence.

In her strategic and managerial roles at AT&T, Blouin secured and managed high-value contracts, demonstrating her exceptional negotiation and strategic partnership management skills, instrumental in AT&T’s sustained growth.

Blouin also contributed significantly to Nortel Networks, managing major global network service projects that enhanced service delivery and operational efficiencies, particularly during the company's strategic mergers and acquisitions.

Blouin's public service commitments include her role as a board member and Commissions Director for Information Management Systems & Library in the City of Mississauga, where she led technological initiatives that greatly enhanced public services and digital access for the community.

Blouin’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree from the University of Western Ontario and an Executive MBA from Athabasca University, which underpin her professional journey and strategic decision-making.

Susan Blouin’s career is a testament to her leadership capabilities, strategic vision, and commitment to advancing corporate goals and enhancing community well-being. Her efforts have established her as a prominent and respected leader whose impact resonates within and beyond the corporate sphere.

Susan Blouin has distinguished herself as a transformative leader with over thirty years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies through significant growth and strategic development. Her expertise in blending strategic planning, sales, and busine... Show more

I am a data enthusiast with over 25 years of experience in data processing, database management and associated Microsoft technologies. I specialize in delivering high-quality solutions in data processing, database management, performance tuning, scaling, automation, business intelligence, and analytics. My extensive expertise includes working on numerous projects using SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, Power BI, Power Query, Python, R and PowerShell. As a speaker and mentor, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping others to succeed. I played a key role in starting the Boston Business Intelligence user group, and I have also helped to run the New England SQL Server user group.

I am a data enthusiast with over 25 years of experience in data processing, database management and associated Microsoft technologies. I specialize in delivering high-quality solutions in data processing, database management, performance tuning, scal... Show more

Johnny Mattimore has over 35 years in financial services. He originally trained as a mathematician and markets economist. He worked for the first half of his career in investment banking and the second half of his career in hedge funds.

In recent years, he has focussed on the integration of physical risk into the financial ecosystem across banking, insurance and asset management. He does this through the development and promotion of open-source standards and solutions.

Johnny Mattimore has over 35 years in financial services. He originally trained as a mathematician and markets economist. He worked for the first half of his career in investment banking and the second half of his career in hedge funds. In recent... Show more

Profissional especializada em Transformação Digital, com foco em Liderança e Gestão de Pessoas, além de amplo expertise em Agilidade, Inovação e Arquitetura de Software. Ao longo da minha carreira, liderei equipes de tecnologia em diferentes capacidades, desde Engenheira de Software até Tech Lead, Líder de Transformação e Agile Coach.

Possuo experiência sólida em gestão de pessoas, abrangendo avaliação de desempenho, contratação e desenvolvimento de carreiras. Sou certificada nas principais metodologias, incluindo Scrum, Kanban, OKR, Management 3.0 e Safe, o que me permite conduzir equipes com eficiência e resultados tangíveis.

Com profundos conhecimentos em AWS e uma sólida compreensão técnica, tenho a habilidade de participar ativamente de discussões de arquitetura, colaborando com outros engenheiros para traduzir as necessidades dos clientes em projetos e conceitos técnicos. Minha especialização em Banco de Dados (relacionais e não relacionais) complementa meu perfil, permitindo-me criar soluções robustas especialmente em integrações entre API's.

Profissional especializada em Transformação Digital, com foco em Liderança e Gestão de Pessoas, além de amplo expertise em Agilidade, Inovação e Arquitetura de Software. Ao longo da minha carreira, liderei equipes de tecnologia em diferentes capacida... Show more

Colin Smith is a seasoned Web3 ecosystem builder, the Founder of AlphaWire, a major Web3 media publication, and the Founder of BlockStart, Scotland’s premier Web3 event. With over a decade of experience in finance, non-profit, and blockchain, he brings a unique blend of financial acumen, strategic partnerships, and operational expertise to the Web3 space.

Passionate about unlocking the transformative potential of blockchain, he is dedicated to fostering a thriving Web3 community in Scotland. Through AlphaWire, BlockStart, and various blockchain ventures, he is driving innovation and exploring the practical applications of Web3 technologies—from cryptocurrency and NFTs to the metaverse. He has also worked closely with major chains such as Solana, ICP, and Base to help build and grow their communities across the UK.

Colin Smith is a seasoned Web3 ecosystem builder, the Founder of AlphaWire, a major Web3 media publication, and the Founder of BlockStart, Scotland’s premier Web3 event. With over a decade of experience in finance, non-profit, and blockchain, he brin... Show more

Christian Glaeser: Azure Cloud Architect @ Nordcloud, from Germany

Christian Glaeser: Azure Cloud Architect @ Nordcloud, from Germany Show more

Camilo Leon is a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS specialized on RDS SQL Server and based off San Francisco, California. Systems Engineer and Microsoft Consulting Services veteran with over thirty years of Software Development and IT Consulting experience working on challenging SQL Server engagements with Fortune 500 companies across the globe.

He works with AWS customers to provide architectural guidance and technical support for the design, deployment and management of their AWS relational database workloads and business applications. In his spare time, he enjoys mountain biking, photography, and movies.

Camilo Leon is a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS specialized on RDS SQL Server and based off San Francisco, California. Systems Engineer and Microsoft Consulting Services veteran with over thirty years of Software Development and IT Consulting e... Show more

Instead of a traditional bio, I asked ChatGPT: "If I were a font, which one would I be?"

The response?

Chris, you’d be Bebas Neue—a bold, confident, slightly unconventional font that still maintains clarity and professionalism. It represents your entrepreneurial mindset, rock-and-roll edge, deep faith, and your ability to balance fun with strategic leadership.
That sums me up well. I don’t fit neatly into a box—I’m an entrepreneur, a musician, a writer, and a teacher. But at my core, I help people innovate, sell, and grow by blending real-world experience with a practical, no-nonsense approach.

Why Hire Me?

Some speakers build their careers by talking about… their speaking careers.
I’m different.

Everything I share comes from real experience—hard-earned lessons from building businesses, making thousands of sales calls, and leading high-growth teams. When I get on stage, I don’t deliver theories. I deliver what works—because I’ve lived it.

Two Numbers That Changed My Life

1. 5,000 Cold Calls
Fresh out of college, I had no marketable skills. My degree in History and Museum Studies wasn’t exactly in high demand. My newlywed wife and I needed to eat, so I decided: I was going to learn how to sell.I took a job selling life insurance. I was terrible. My first-year earnings: $2,163.72. (Yes, I counted the decimals.) I knew I had to do something different, so I focused on mastering cold calling—because most people hated it, which made it valuable. After bouncing between six companies in five years, I finally committed. I took a job at a startup—just me and two other guys working in a bonus room. That year, I made 5,000 cold calls.

2. 9,000 Pitches
Over the years, I’ve pitched AP automation technology 9,000 times. Not because I have a special gift—because I’ve done it repeatedly. Of those 9,000 pitches, 1,200 turned into business. The other 7,800? Most people would call them failures. I call them education.
Here’s my definition of failure: Failure is making the same stupid mistake twice.

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I am a facilitator for cultural change in organizations, with a focus on driving early-stage companies to scale and succeed. My career began in the IT industry, where I have taken on varied roles in the tech industry, across Europe, Asia, North and Latin America. Over the years, I have led projects and coached individuals, teams, and organizations through Lean-Agile transformations and cultural shifts, helping them achieve high performance and self-management.

I have been instrumental in guiding early-stage companies toward exponential growth, playing a key role in transforming several into unicorns in Argentina. Focused on fostering innovation, I have trained and mentored over 750 individuals around the world (honestly, I've lost count!) in agility, creative change, and problem-solving, equipping future leaders in universities, companies, and online courses.

Current personal projects:
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I am a facilitator for cultural change in organizations, with a focus on driving early-stage companies to scale and succeed. My career began in the IT industry, where I have taken on varied roles in the tech industry, across Europe, Asia, North and L... Show more