Virendra Singh Chawra is a Specialist in Data Engineering, AI & Data at Deloitte Consulting LLP, architecting AI, machine learning, and data engineering solutions across banking, insurance, and life sciences. Holding an MS in Computer Science, he specializes in fraud, risk, and compliance analytics and in building secure, governed AI platforms that help organizations address financial crime and regulatory exposure. He is an industry speaker, published researcher, and technology thought leader focused on agentic AI, cloud data security, explainable systems, and responsible enterprise AI adoption. Virendra bridges emerging innovation with governance, security, and regulatory compliance across highly regulated industries.

Virendra Singh Chawra is a Specialist in Data Engineering, AI & Data at Deloitte Consulting LLP, architecting AI, machine learning, and data engineering solutions across banking, insurance, and life sciences. Holding an MS in Computer Science, he spe... Show more

I'm Hernán. I'm 41. I’m a retired handball player, and totally into technology and cybersecurity.
I studied Computer Science, got a diploma in Cybersecurity Management, and I've been working in different areas of IT and cyber for the past 20 years.
I started out doing tech support for internet services, then worked as a systems auditor at PwC.
For 10 years, I led teams handling tech and operational risk management. My curiosity pushed me to explore other industries too — I took on cybersecurity roles, and then became IT Manager in the civil aviation sector in the public sphere, where I stayed for nearly six years.
Now I’m back to my first love — the financial world — and currently working as a CISO at a financial company.

And as a little "bonus track": I'm passionate about communication, so I went back to something I left hanging in my teens — in 2021, I graduated as a Professional Radio & TV Broadcaster from ETER School of Communication.

I'm Hernán. I'm 41. I’m a retired handball player, and totally into technology and cybersecurity. I studied Computer Science, got a diploma in Cybersecurity Management, and I've been working in different areas of IT and cyber for the past 20 years. ... Show more

Rahul is a security researcher with deep expertise in offensive security and red teaming. He specializes in malware development, AV/EDR evasion, and bypassing security controls in heavily defended environments. As a full-time red teamer, he builds tools and develops techniques that hold up against real-world security stacks. He currently serves as Manager of Offensive Security and Threat Assessment with a leading financial organization in the Middle East, where he works alongside red, blue, and purple teams to identify and remediate security gaps across enterprise infrastructure. He has spoken at international conferences including Black Hat, CONFidence, and Hacktivity. His work spans enterprise security and cloud infrastructure, with a particular focus on uncovering and exploiting design flaws in hardened environments.

Rahul is a security researcher with deep expertise in offensive security and red teaming. He specializes in malware development, AV/EDR evasion, and bypassing security controls in heavily defended environments. As a full-time red teamer, he builds to... Show more

Michelle Mitchell is the CEO and founder of Mitchell Consulting and the creator of The CEO Shift™, a leadership and delegation framework designed to help service-based business owners step out of bottleneck roles and lead with clarity and confidence.

After building her own accounting firm from a one-woman practice into a thriving, self-managing business, Michelle became a sought-after speaker, trainer, and coach. She combines over 15 years of experience in financial strategy, operational efficiency, and leadership development with a relatable, down-to-earth teaching style that leaves audiences feeling empowered and equipped to act.

Michelle is known for turning complex topics—like delegation, financial systems, and team accountability—into practical tools leaders can apply immediately. Her sessions at Scaling New Heights, national podcasts, and industry conferences consistently earn top ratings for their actionable frameworks, interactive exercises, and genuine connection with participants.

Through her talks and programs, Michelle helps firm owners and service providers reclaim their time, build confident teams, and design businesses that thrive—without burning themselves out.

Michelle Mitchell is the CEO and founder of Mitchell Consulting and the creator of The CEO Shift™, a leadership and delegation framework designed to help service-based business owners step out of bottleneck roles and lead with clarity and confidence.... Show more

Software Engineer | Linux Geek | Coffee Lover | Co-Organizer at Calzada Code

Software Engineer | Linux Geek | Coffee Lover | Co-Organizer at Calzada Code Show more

With 20 years of experience from creating solutions, I have seen a lot. The last 6 years I have worked primarily in healthcare and Fin-Tech. Both domains have similarities and are both seen as complex. By using the right mindset, technology and just being polite, I try to reduce complexity and make things happen. And sometimes great things do happen.

With 20 years of experience from creating solutions, I have seen a lot. The last 6 years I have worked primarily in healthcare and Fin-Tech. Both domains have similarities and are both seen as complex. By using the right mindset, technology and just ... Show more

Kenneth Togbo is a Senior Analyst in the Digital Business and Innovation Department at the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), where his work spans trade facilitation, digital commercialization, and partner engagement across African corridors.
Over more than seven years in multilateral banking, he has supervised a trade finance portfolio exceeding USD 21 billion, contributed to a USD 3.5 billion trade finance pipeline across 48 African and 13 Caribbean markets, and participated in the closure of a USD 3.3 billion pre-export finance transaction. He has also closed more than USD 210 million in trade finance transactions supporting 1,200 indirect jobs, and helped establish an African energy-focused financial institution with a USD 5 billion total capital base.

Kenneth Togbo is a Senior Analyst in the Digital Business and Innovation Department at the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), where his work spans trade facilitation, digital commercialization, and partner engagement across African corridors. ... Show more

Davide Caldarulo is a Senior Software Developer at Objectway's Bari office, where he designs and develops Java backend solutions for the financial sector. Passionate about technology and problem-solving, he enjoys turning complex challenges into simple, efficient solutions, always striving to deliver high-quality software that creates real value.

Davide Caldarulo is a Senior Software Developer at Objectway's Bari office, where he designs and develops Java backend solutions for the financial sector. Passionate about technology and problem-solving, he enjoys turning complex challenges into simp... Show more

I am a dedicated finance professional pursuing a Master of Science in Finance (STEM) at Brandeis International Business School. Currently, I am a Summer Investment Analyst at Traub Capital Management, where I enhance stock selection and portfolio performance through quantitative models.

During my time at Brandeis, I gained proficiency in Bloomberg through various projects, and at Traub Capital Management, I further honed my skills using Morningstar.

With achievements such as winning the 14th GMIC Annual Stock Pitch Competition and the Heller Startup Challenge, I am committed to making a positive impact through finance. I am actively seeking opportunities in Investment Banking, Finance Analyst, Finance Associate, Investment Analyst, and Private Equity Analyst roles. Let's connect to explore collaboration in the financial sector.

I am a dedicated finance professional pursuing a Master of Science in Finance (STEM) at Brandeis International Business School. Currently, I am a Summer Investment Analyst at Traub Capital Management, where I enhance stock selection and portfolio per... Show more

As an accomplished senior software developer with a passion for cybersecurity and fintech products, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to technology. With over 5 years of expertise in software development and architecture, my adaptability and problem-solving skills have made me an invaluable asset to various high-profile projects.

Having honed my skills in the UK with Rewards4, I played a pivotal role in building their data processing platform as a .NET developer. Currently, I am an integral part of the Zoopla team, a leading Tech Company, where I focus on mortgage automations.

My commitment to professional growth is evident in my mentorship of junior and mid-level engineers, as well as my contributions to improving revenue and transaction processing times. My technical prowess spans an impressive range of programming languages, frameworks, databases, and tools, with a particular emphasis on cybersecurity and fintech innovations.

A true advocate for knowledge sharing, I have shared my insights as a speaker at numerous international tech conferences. I hold a B.Eng. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Ilorin in Nigeria and am a certified Cisco CyberOps and Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional.

As an accomplished senior software developer with a passion for cybersecurity and fintech products, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to technology. With over 5 years of expertise in software development and architecture, my adaptability ... Show more

Tax advisor and advocate based in Poland (EU) specialising in tax advisory for innovative companies, mainly in FinTech, IT (Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and GameDev sector) and real estate.

Tax advisor and advocate based in Poland (EU) specialising in tax advisory for innovative companies, mainly in FinTech, IT (Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and GameDev sector) and real estate. Show more

With 15 years of transformative experience in the Banking, Financial Services, and Payments industries, Sathishkumar Palanisamy is an expert in shaping the future of enterprise architecture. Based in Dallas, Texas, he’s driven by a passion for leveraging advanced technologies to automate business processes, optimize workflows, and enable seamless digital transformation in the financial sector.

Sathish has successfully delivered end-to-end automation strategies across diverse markets, having worked extensively in both India and the United States. His unique global perspective empowers him to craft scalable, innovative solutions that bridge the gap between technology and business goals.
Prior to his current role, Sathish served as Senior Enterprise Architect, AVP at Citizens Financial Group, where he led enterprise-wide initiatives to integrate automation, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer experiences. His leadership in driving strategic technology solutions resulted in significant business growth and elevated technological capabilities within the organization.

Currently, as an Expert Enterprise Architect at Discover Financial Services, Sathish is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of automation to transform banking operations. With a strong foundation in Computer Science, he specializes in creating advanced automation platforms that augment human potential, streamline complex business processes, and enable organizations to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Sathish is passionate about the future of automation, where he continues to lead industry evolution with forward-thinking technology solutions.

With 15 years of transformative experience in the Banking, Financial Services, and Payments industries, Sathishkumar Palanisamy is an expert in shaping the future of enterprise architecture. Based in Dallas, Texas, he’s driven by a passion for levera... Show more

Mehdi Rezvandehy is a Principal Data Scientist at ATB Financial with over a decade of experience leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence to address complex challenges across banking, telecommunications, energy, and research domains. His expertise spans Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, predictive modeling, and the design of scalable AI solutions that deliver measurable business value. Prior to joining ATB Financial, Mehdi worked as a Senior Data Scientist at Symend and a Principal Researcher at the University of Calgary. He holds a PhD in Geostatistics from the University of Alberta and is passionate about translating advanced AI and statistical research into practical, production-ready solutions that bridge the gap between academia and industry.

Mehdi Rezvandehy is a Principal Data Scientist at ATB Financial with over a decade of experience leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence to address complex challenges across banking, telecommunications, energy, and research domains. H... Show more

With 13 years of experience at Sicredi, I work on the front lines of Monitoring and Observability, helping transform operations into more intelligent, predictable, and resilient environments. I have strong expertise in automation and infrastructure as code, using Python, PowerShell, Go, Terraform, and Ansible to build solutions that enhance visibility, reduce incidents, and accelerate decision‑making. My journey is driven by technology, continuous improvement, and the pursuit of increasingly efficient operations.

With 13 years of experience at Sicredi, I work on the front lines of Monitoring and Observability, helping transform operations into more intelligent, predictable, and resilient environments. I have strong expertise in automation and infrastructure a... Show more

I am Padmajeet Mhaske, a Vice President and AI/ML Platform Architect at JPMorgan Chase, where I lead the AI/ML division on the Data Technology Team. With over 15 years of experience in designing and implementing large-scale AI and machine learning platforms, I combine strategic vision with deep technical expertise to drive business transformation and deliver exceptional value to clients.

In my role, I oversee the architecture and development of scalable, high-performance AI/ML solutions, collaborating closely with data scientists and machine learning engineers to translate their needs into innovative platform solutions. I prioritize best practices in data governance, security, and compliance to ensure that our AI/ML platform operates within regulatory frameworks.

Holding a Master’s degree in Data Science, I stay at the forefront of industry trends and advancements in AI/ML technologies, leading technology implementations that meet functional architecture goals while managing resources and budgets effectively. My background in risk management enables me to balance business targets such as cost, feature development, and reliability to support growth.

I have a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams. I am proficient in AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, cloud computing platforms such as AWS and Azure, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

As an effective communicator, I bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders, making complex concepts accessible. My experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices enhances collaborative development processes.

I am passionate about contributing to the AI/ML community and leveraging my financial industry experience to deliver tailored solutions that meet evolving client needs. In my role at JPMorgan Chase, I am committed to shaping the future of AI and machine learning, driving innovative solutions that redefine our industry landscape.

I am Padmajeet Mhaske, a Vice President and AI/ML Platform Architect at JPMorgan Chase, where I lead the AI/ML division on the Data Technology Team. With over 15 years of experience in designing and implementing large-scale AI and machine learning pl... Show more

Vaishnavi Khosla is a Software Engineer with over 5 years of experience building scalable, secure distributed systems and full-stack applications for enterprise and consumer platforms. She currently works as a Software Developer II at Bank of America, where she helps design and operate a mission-critical financial access-governance platform used by thousands of internal users. Her work includes developing 20+ RESTful and GraphQL APIs, leading the migration of core services from Angular to React, and building event-driven systems with Apache Kafka and Neo4j.

She focuses on backend engineering, cloud-native microservices, and enterprise security practices like SSO, MFA, OAuth 2.0, and RBAC, particularly in highly regulated environments where reliability and compliance are critical. She also has hands-on experience using AI-powered and AI-assisted tools such as GitHub Copilot in her development workflow to improve code quality, testing, and overall efficiency, and regularly mentors junior engineers on using these tools responsibly.

Before joining Bank of America, Vaishnavi built full-stack platforms at Byju's, an EdTech company in India, and at Braza Tires, working with React, Node.js, and distributed backend systems for both consumer and B2B products.

She holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science from Banasthali Vidyapith. She speaks on topics including backend architecture, AI-assisted software development, and security in enterprise and financial systems.

Vaishnavi Khosla is a Software Engineer with over 5 years of experience building scalable, secure distributed systems and full-stack applications for enterprise and consumer platforms. She currently works as a Software Developer II at Bank of America... Show more

Principal Database Engineer and Enterprise Data Platform Architect specializing in secure, automated cloud data infrastructure for regulated financial and insurance enterprises. Expertise in governance-first platform design, operating petabyte-scale data estates and managing large-scale Oracle environments (500+ TB), and infrastructure-as-code automation for Snowflake and cloud-managed databases. Core focus areas include RBAC enforcement, self-service platform engineering, and operational resilience in high-compliance environments.

Principal Database Engineer and Enterprise Data Platform Architect specializing in secure, automated cloud data infrastructure for regulated financial and insurance enterprises. Expertise in governance-first platform design, operating petabyte-scale ... Show more

Noah Bensenton is an American wealth management professional who serves as a Senior Wealth Advisor at Veridian Hearth Wealth Management. His professional background combines financial research, investment advisory, and long-term wealth planning. Over the course of his career, he has developed an analytical approach to finance

that focuses on understanding businesses, evaluating investment opportunities, and helping clients make informed decisions about their financial futures.

Wealth Management

As a Senior Wealth Advisor, Noah Bensenton works in the field of private wealth management, with an emphasis on developing thoughtful and structured financial strategies. His work involves areas such as capital growth planning, tax-loss harvesting, investment strategy, and long-term financial planning. His professional focus is particularly relevant to high-net-worth families, technology executives, and entrepreneurs who require a carefully considered approach to managing and growing wealth.

Finance Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance: Earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from 2015 to 2019.

MBA in Finance: Completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from 2019 to 2021.

Strong Financial Foundation: His academic background provided a solid foundation in financial analysis, investment principles, valuation, and business strategy.

Analytical Skills: His finance education helped develop a structured and research-oriented approach to analyzing financial decisions.

Professional Application: The knowledge gained through his academic studies became an important part of the analytical framework he later applied throughout his professional career.

Early Interests

During his university years, Noah developed a strong interest in corporate financial statements, valuation theory, and macroeconomic analysis. Rather than looking at financial markets only through short-term price movements, his approach emphasizes understanding the underlying factors that influence companies and investments. His early interest in these areas helped establish the research-oriented mindset that would become an important feature of his professional work.

Analytical Approach

A significant part of Noah's professional identity is his disciplined approach to financial research. His profile highlights an interest in primary sources such as regulatory filings and audited financial statements. This type of research can provide investors with a deeper understanding of a company's financial position, operations, risks, and long-term prospects. By emphasizing fundamental information, Noah's approach seeks to distinguish meaningful financial developments from short-term market speculation.

Equity Research

Noah began his professional career in fundamental research, working as an Equity Research Analyst from 2019 to 2021. This stage of his career gave him experience with company analysis, financial information, valuation, and investment research. Equity research requires careful examination of businesses and markets, and this experience helped build the analytical foundation that later supported his transition into private wealth advisory work.

Investment Advisory

From 2021 to 2023, Noah worked as an Investment Advisor in private wealth practice. This represented an important transition from analyzing investments to working more directly with wealth-management needs. Investment advisory work requires an understanding of both markets and individual financial objectives. During this period, his professional experience expanded toward portfolio strategy, wealth planning, and the practical considerations involved in managing client assets.

Senior Advisor

In 2023, Noah moved into his current role as Senior Wealth Advisor at Veridian Hearth Wealth Management. His role brings together the research discipline developed during his equity-research career with the client-focused responsibilities of private wealth management. This combination allows him to approach wealth strategy from both an analytical and practical perspective, considering investment opportunities alongside broader financial goals.

Investment Philosophy

Noah's professional approach places importance on patience, research, and long-term thinking. Financial markets can experience periods of volatility, and short-term movements can sometimes encourage emotional decision-making. A disciplined investment process instead involves stepping back, reviewing the fundamentals, and determining whether the underlying investment thesis has actually changed. This philosophy reflects the importance of thoughtful analysis rather than reacting automatically to every market movement.

Capital Growth

Capital growth planning is one of the key areas associated with Noah's wealth-management practice. Building wealth over the long term requires more than simply selecting individual investments. It involves understanding risk, diversification, time horizons, financial objectives, and changing market conditions. A structured approach to capital growth can help investors align their portfolios with their broader financial plans while maintaining an appropriate perspective on market fluctuations.

Tax Strategy

Tax considerations can also play an important role in investment planning. Noah's professional profile identifies tax-loss harvesting as one of the areas within his practice. Tax-loss harvesting generally involves strategically realizing certain investment losses to help manage the tax impact of an investment portfolio, subject to applicable rules and individual circumstances. Incorporating tax considerations into broader wealth planning can help investors evaluate their portfolios from a more complete financial perspective.

Client Focus

Noah's work is focused on serving clients who may have complex financial needs. High-net-worth families, technology executives, and entrepreneurs can face unique challenges involving investments, business interests, taxes, liquidity, and long-term financial planning. Wealth advisory therefore requires a personalized approach that considers not only portfolio performance but also the client's objectives, circumstances, and future priorities.

Research Discipline

Fundamental research remains an important element of Noah's professional background. Reviewing financial statements, regulatory filings, valuation information, and broader economic conditions can provide a stronger foundation for investment decisions. This research-driven approach is designed to encourage decisions based on evidence and analysis rather than relying solely on market sentiment or speculation.

Long-Term Perspective

One of the recurring themes in Noah's professional philosophy is the value of patience. Markets do not move in a straight line, and periods of volatility are a normal part of investing. Instead of responding to every short-term change, a long-term investor can benefit from reviewing the fundamentals and assessing whether meaningful changes have occurred. Noah's approach reflects this emphasis on maintaining perspective while making financial decisions.

Professional Development

Noah's progression from Equity Research Analyst to Investment Advisor and ultimately Senior Wealth Advisor demonstrates a career that has developed across multiple areas of finance. His early research experience provided technical analytical skills, while his investment-advisory work added direct exposure to wealth-management needs. His current position brings these experiences together in a role focused on long-term financial strategy and client relationships.

Financial Perspective

Through his professional background, Noah Bensenton represents a research-oriented approach to wealth management. His combination of formal finance education, fundamental equity research, investment advisory experience, and private wealth management provides a broad perspective on financial decision-making. His work emphasizes understanding the details behind investments while keeping long-term financial objectives at the center of the planning process.

Noah Bensenton is an American wealth management professional who serves as a Senior Wealth Advisor at Veridian Hearth Wealth Management. His professional background combines financial research, investment advisory, and long-term wealth planning. Over... Show more

Rohit is an AI Practice Lead and Enterprise Architect with close to 20 years of experience spanning McKinsey, Accenture, Sapient, Avanade, and Capgemini. He works at the intersection of AI strategy, software engineering, and enterprise architecture — advising organizations on how to move from AI experimentation to institutional, production-grade intelligence.

He is the creator of AEGIS, an AI-augmented software delivery lifecycle (XDLC) framework designed to help engineering teams rethink how software gets built, tested, and governed in an AI-native world. He holds TOGAF Enterprise Architect certification, is a SAFe Agilist and is also a certified career coach, giving him a dual lens on both the technical and human sides of organizational change.

Rohit speaks on applied enterprise AI, AI-augmented software delivery, and the practical realities of taking AI from pilot to production — drawing on two decades of client-facing advisory, architecture, and delivery work across financial services, insurance, and other regulated industries.

Rohit is an AI Practice Lead and Enterprise Architect with close to 20 years of experience spanning McKinsey, Accenture, Sapient, Avanade, and Capgemini. He works at the intersection of AI strategy, software engineering, and enterprise architecture —... Show more

Faisal Orakzai is a Pakistani technology entrepreneur, systems architect, computerscientist, and author. He is the Founder and Chairman of Orakzai Group, where he leads initiatives in blockchain infrastructure, artificial intelligence, enterprise software, fintech, and digital commerce.

He is the author of The Sovereign Stack: Engineering Next-Generation Blockchain Infrastructure, a practical guide covering blockchain architecture, Web3, smart contracts, digital identity, enterprise blockchain, cybersecurity, and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization.

His work focuses on building secure, scalable, and interoperable digital systems through ventures including OkzByte Technology, Orakzai Bond, and Shamim Forever. In addition to entrepreneurship, he publishes educational content and technical research to make emerging technologies more accessible to developers, researchers, businesses, and technology enthusiasts.

Faisal Orakzai is a Pakistani technology entrepreneur, systems architect, computerscientist, and author. He is the Founder and Chairman of Orakzai Group, where he leads initiatives in blockchain infrastructure, artificial intelligence, enterprise sof... Show more

Especialista em agilidade organizacional e transformação digital no Banco do Brasil, com atuação na evolução da governança do Modelo Operacional Ágil. Colabora no desenvolvimento de lideranças e na conexão entre estratégia, execução e geração de valor em ambientes complexos.

Especialista em agilidade organizacional e transformação digital no Banco do Brasil, com atuação na evolução da governança do Modelo Operacional Ágil. Colabora no desenvolvimento de lideranças e na conexão entre estratégia, execução e geração de valo... Show more

Malathi Gundapuneni is a seasoned Software Engineering leader with over 15 years of experience designing and delivering scalable systems across FinTech and Investment Banking domains. Currently serving as Vice President and Engineering Lead for Debt & Equity Capital Markets at Goldman Sachs, she spearheads end-to-end modernization of deal execution workflows, driving operational efficiency and enhancing client experiences.
Throughout her tenure at Goldman Sachs, Malathi has consistently led high-impact initiatives, including architecting a cloud-native document collaboration platform that eliminated legacy infrastructure dependencies and enabled AI-ready content generation. As the Engineering Lead for Deal Link, she revolutionized investment banking execution workflows, reducing deal execution time by 35% through automation and real-time status tracking.
Malathi's technical expertise spans full-stack development, microservices architecture, and cloud-native platforms. She has successfully migrated monolithic systems to modern architectures, implemented event-driven microservices, and integrated AI capabilities to drive business transformation. Her projects consistently demonstrate a balance of technical excellence with strategic vision, ensuring engineering outcomes support evolving business needs.
Prior to Goldman Sachs, Malathi contributed to Basel II regulatory capital reporting at Bank of America as a Systems Engineer, designing ETL pipelines and implementing data validation frameworks that significantly enhanced audit traceability.
A graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago with a Master's in Computer Science and Anna University with a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Malathi consistently achieved academic excellence, graduating top of her class. She remains committed to supporting women in technology through her involvement with Girls Who Code, providing mentorship and technical coaching to aspiring professionals.
Malathi combines hands-on engineering expertise with strategic leadership, delivering impactful, business-aligned solutions through cross-functional collaboration while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within her teams.

Malathi Gundapuneni is a seasoned Software Engineering leader with over 15 years of experience designing and delivering scalable systems across FinTech and Investment Banking domains. Currently serving as Vice President and Engineering Lead for Debt ... Show more

Master of Science in Computer Science, with more than 20 years working with project management, of which 15 in agile methods. Works at Banco do Nordeste do Brasil S.A. (BNB), where acts as agile coach and executive manager, supporting teams, mentoring, training and coordinating one of the most strategic sectors of the company. He also works as teacher, having taught classes in undergraduate, graduate and in company training.

Master of Science in Computer Science, with more than 20 years working with project management, of which 15 in agile methods. Works at Banco do Nordeste do Brasil S.A. (BNB), where acts as agile coach and executive manager, supporting teams, mentorin... Show more

Simon is an Englishman who has been living in Madrid for over 35 years.

He has also lived in the UK and the Netherlands, working in IT and the financial markets.

He is an expert who has been working with both MySQL and MariaDB, managing this infrastructure at scale.
Prior to this he worked with replicated Sybase clusters used for real-time trading systems.

He has two children, enjoys tech, travel and photography.

Simon is an Englishman who has been living in Madrid for over 35 years. He has also lived in the UK and the Netherlands, working in IT and the financial markets. He is an expert who has been working with both MySQL and MariaDB, managing this in... Show more

Satheesh Kumar Kumara Chinnaian is a Senior Staff Software Engineer and Solution Architect at PayPal with over 19 years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, distributed systems in the fintech and financial operations space. A proven technologist, he combines deep technical expertise with strategic business acumen to architect platforms that drive financial integrity, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and scalable monetization.
At PayPal, Satheesh has led the design and delivery of multiple mission-critical platforms. He architected the Pricing Solution Architecture, unifying subscription and usage-based monetization ecosystems and accelerating new model deployments. He also designed the Revenue Share Automation Platform, replacing manual reconciliation systems with a unified framework while enhancing partner settlement traceability.
His work on Payment Event Services established PayPal's next-generation, event-driven data platform delivering audited, reconciled payment data for financial reporting. Additionally, Satheesh architected the Strategic Tax, Invoicing & Compliance (STI) platform, enabling real-time VAT and tax calculation across regulated markets while reducing manual reconciliation efforts.
His expertise spans solution and data architecture, microservices design, distributed compute systems, and data governance. He is proficient in Apache Kafka, Spark, Spring Boot, cloud platforms, and various enterprise databases.
Before PayPal, Satheesh worked at Thales Software and CAE Simulation Technologies, where he contributed to aircraft and ground vehicle simulation systems. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Anna University.
Satheesh is passionate about building resilient financial platforms that scale globally while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and data integrity.

Satheesh Kumar Kumara Chinnaian is a Senior Staff Software Engineer and Solution Architect at PayPal with over 19 years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, distributed systems in the fintech and financial operations space. A proven te... Show more

Himanshu Goel is an AI Researcher and Data Scientist with nearly six years of experience building and deploying production-grade AI, machine learning, and Generative AI systems across finance and healthcare. He specializes in Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and document intelligence systems, with a strong focus on reliability, scalability, and real-world constraints.

His work spans the full AI lifecycle, including data analysis, feature engineering, statistical modeling, and the design of end-to-end ML and GenAI pipelines using Python, TensorFlow, LangChain, and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. Himanshu has led and contributed to enterprise solutions involving semantic search, regulatory document analysis, predictive modeling, and AI-powered decision support systems, delivering measurable improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and cost.

Himanshu is an active contributor to the global AI and technology community. He has spoken at AICon 2026, PlatformCon 2026, and GBRC 2026, and is an upcoming speaker at ICMSM 2026, AAIP 2026, and PMI. He is the author of "The Strategic Value of AI-Driven Physical Identity and Access Management: Establishing Cyber Physical Zero Trust in Critical Infrastructure" (IEEE) and "Stop Re-Embedding Everything: A Smarter RAG Architecture for Financial Documents" (VKTR).

Beyond speaking and publishing, Himanshu serves as a Technovation Mentor and Judge, has judged hackathons on Devpost, and has mentored 352+ learners through Great Learning. He has also served as a Session Evaluator at AICon 2026 and as a Peer Reviewer for the FPA and AAIP 2026 conferences.

Through his talks, Himanshu focuses on sharing practical lessons from building AI systems in production, covering architecture decisions, trade-offs, failure modes, and best practices for deploying trustworthy AI solutions in cloud environments.

Himanshu Goel is an AI Researcher and Data Scientist with nearly six years of experience building and deploying production-grade AI, machine learning, and Generative AI systems across finance and healthcare. He specializes in Large Language Models (L... Show more

Eifert is a software engineer and IT consultant at Oepfelbaum IT Management in Zürich, currently creating at the private bank LGT its next-generation data platform. His team runs automated AI merge request reviews in production. He uses several hundred million LLM tokens a month for programming, so his lessons learned come from daily work, not from demos.

Before banking he co-founded databaum, an agritech startup that onboarded 100 customers in its first season.

Since 2017 he has taught machine learning, web and mobile development at ICT-Berufsbildung Zentralschweiz.

Eifert is a software engineer and IT consultant at Oepfelbaum IT Management in Zürich, currently creating at the private bank LGT its next-generation data platform. His team runs automated AI merge request reviews in production. He uses several hundr... Show more

Sheyinka Harry is an Agile Coach with over six years of experience helping organizations navigate messy, real-world change. She partners with product, engineering, and delivery leaders to improve delivery outcomes, build trust, and create healthy, high-performing teams.

Pragmatic, people-focused, and deeply systems-oriented, Sheyinka designs and resets delivery operating models while facilitating tough conversations across product, tech, and business. She has guided teams and leaders through low trust, burnout, inconsistent delivery, and the misapplication of Agile, always balancing culture, people, and outcomes.

Her experience spans the US, Latin America, and the Caribbean, including regulated and high-stakes environments in finance, e-commerce, and payments. Sheyinka is passionate about helping organizations achieve measurable results while empowering teams to thrive sustainably.

Sheyinka Harry is an Agile Coach with over six years of experience helping organizations navigate messy, real-world change. She partners with product, engineering, and delivery leaders to improve delivery outcomes, build trust, and create healthy, hi... Show more

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Tomáš invests at Heartcore Capital, backing early-stage founders across Europe. He came into venture in 2021 by way of crypto after starting out in investment banking and financial management consulting.

He's also a passionate vibe coder. With no formal software background, Tomáš ships the tools his day job actually needs - on-chain wallet-clustering scripts, founder-research pipelines, portfolio dashboards.

Tomáš invests at Heartcore Capital, backing early-stage founders across Europe. He came into venture in 2021 by way of crypto after starting out in investment banking and financial management consulting. He's also a passionate vibe coder. With no ... Show more