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

Shravan Parsi

Shravan Parsi

Shravan Parsi hails from Hyderabad, India, where he grew up in a family deeply rooted in the values of education and perseverance. His father, who lived with a mild disability, rose to become one of the top medical doctors in Hyderabad. This remarkable example impacted him early on, showing that steady effort and discipline can overcome obstacles and lead to meaningful success.

As a child, Shravan was naturally curious and dedicated to learning. In the seventh grade, he changed schools to study English and broaden his ability to connect with the larger world. After junior college, he did not secure admission to medical school but pursued a bachelor’s in pharmacy at Manipal. Known internationally as a leading academic town and one of India’s top schools, Manipal exposed him to diverse ideas and strengthened his scientific knowledge. During this period, Parsi began forming his entrepreneurial ambition of one day starting a pharmaceutical and biotech company.

After completing his undergraduate degree, Shravan decided to continue his education in the United States. He was accepted into St. John’s University in New York, with a scholarship covering most of his tuition. At St. John’s, he pursued a master’s in pharmaceutics and industrial pharmacy while working as a teaching assistant in the compounding pharmacy lab. Balancing academic challenges with practical teaching responsibilities gave him a strong foundation for his professional career.

Shravan began his career as a pharmaceutical scientist, working first at Schering-Plough (now Merck) in New Jersey at their global headquarters. Later, he joined DPT Labs and Health Point in San Antonio, Texas. Over this period, he contributed to the development of several OTC and prescription drugs. His achievements included a patented antiseptic drug created to combat hospital-acquired infections and a wound care therapy developed for the US military. These experiences sharpened his understanding of product development and strengthened his reliance on data-driven decision-making—skills that would later shape his success in real estate.

Even while building his pharmaceutical career, Shravan’s interest in real estate steadily grew. He started by purchasing single-family homes while working full-time. Many evenings and weekends were dedicated to managing renovations and working with tenants. This side project soon became profitable, giving him the confidence to leave the laboratory and pursue entrepreneurship full-time.

He established American Ventures, a real estate investment and development firm headquartered in Austin, Texas. The company focuses on multifamily, mixed-use, commercial, and hospitality properties, emphasizing value-add acquisitions and thoughtful development. Under his leadership, American Ventures has acquired or developed more than 4,000 units across $450MM in assets. Between 2018 and 2022, as general partner, Parsi oversaw the exit of more than 3,500 units, achieving a weighted average internal rate of return (IRR) of 31.6% on managed exits.

His approach to acquisitions blends discipline with innovation. He has personally guaranteed loans worth millions, including a 40-year HUD loan at a fixed interest rate of 2.96% for a large multifamily project near Dallas-Fort Worth. His confidence in the development was clear, as he wired personal funds before investor capital was finalized. The property reached 90% occupancy within its first year of completion.

Strategic vision and partnerships have been central to his work. After interviewing several global hospitality groups, he sourced a site on Austin’s South Congress Avenue and secured the Marriott Tribute brand. He also assembled more than 100 acres in San Marcos for the East Village mixed-use community and over 60 acres in Elgin along the highway for long-term development. He has raised funds from more than 250 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family offices, and private equity firms. He has also partnered with institutional investors such as Goldman Sachs and Carlyle. The commitment of repeat investors underscores his credibility and performance.

In 2019, he became an author with the release of The Science of the Deal: The DNA of Multifamily & Commercial Real Estate Investing through Forbes Books. The book, an Amazon Bestseller, provides practical guidance on evaluating, structuring, and executing real estate investments. His writing draws on his background in both science and business, simplifying complex concepts into actionable strategies. Shravan is also a frequent panelist at industry gatherings, including IMN’s flagship conferences and family office forums, where he shares perspectives on multifamily development, portfolio growth, and risk management.

His leadership style balances scientific discipline with entrepreneurial determination. He emphasizes KPIs and rigorous underwriting in decision-making while encouraging collaboration across teams. He works directly with directors, vice presidents, and managers in acquisitions, asset management, and development to ensure alignment throughout each project's lifecycle.

Community engagement is also central to Shravan Parsi's philosophy. He serves on Pratham USA’s Austin chapter board, supporting education for underprivileged children. In addition, he is a trustee at the Austin Hindu Temple and Cedar Park Temple, a member of YPO’s Austin chapter, and previously part of Tiger 21, a peer-to-peer learning network for high-net-worth investors.

Shravan Parsi hails from Hyderabad, India, where he grew up in a family deeply rooted in the values of education and perseverance. His father, who lived with a mild disability, rose to become one of the top medical doctors in Hyderabad. This remarkab... Show more

Lee Twito

Lee Twito

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David Handlos

David Handlos

David is an engineer with 20+ years of IT experience working in software development, quality assurance, and data science.
He is currently a Senior Automation Engineer for the First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), a midwestern-based bank managing over $30 billion in assets.

David is an engineer with 20+ years of IT experience working in software development, quality assurance, and data science. He is currently a Senior Automation Engineer for the First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), a midwestern-based bank managing ov... Show more

Tom Staunton

Tom Staunton

An experienced and enthusiastic software engineer, having recently moved to an architecture role. Tom has created, contributed to, and architected both internal and external systems for companies in various industries; from small digital agencies and financial institutions to FTSE250 listed companies and social networking start-ups.

An experienced and enthusiastic software engineer, having recently moved to an architecture role. Tom has created, contributed to, and architected both internal and external systems for companies in various industries; from small digital agencies and... Show more

Kamalika Majumder

Kamalika Majumder

I help customers in a variety of domains like Banking & Financials, Insurance, E-Commerce, and Retail achieve continuous delivery of quality products and services with faster, consistent and reliable release cycles and reduced time to Market. I have been an active practitioner of infrastructure development and DevOps disciples and through my analysis, discovery and quality engineering I help organizations transform traditional IT to a DevOps driven lifecycle by forming cross-functional poly-skilled teams

I help customers in a variety of domains like Banking & Financials, Insurance, E-Commerce, and Retail achieve continuous delivery of quality products and services with faster, consistent and reliable release cycles and reduced time to Market. I have ... Show more

Gunjan Taleja

Gunjan Taleja

Gunjan Taleja is a highly accomplished Senior Principal Application Engineer with over 17 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge software solutions. With a deep passion for technology and innovation, he has established a reputation as a trusted expert in the field, consistently delivering high-impact results across diverse industries.
Outside of work, Gunjan enjoys travel, camping, coaching young kids on cricket and follow premier league soccer.

Gunjan Taleja is a highly accomplished Senior Principal Application Engineer with over 17 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge software solutions. With a deep passion for technology and innovation, he has establis... Show more

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard

Jonas Feddersen Melgaard

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

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

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

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

Nicolas Guiho

Nicolas Guiho

En 25 ans de travail dans l'IT, j'ai rapidement migré du DEV COBOL (reconversion en 1999, après Master 2 en Océanologie Biologique) vers la collaboration avec le client, en tant que BA et MOA puis PO. Quelques missions en analyse fonctionnelle, audit organisation et pas mal de conduite du changement. En 2021, retour en agilité avec le rôle de PO et actuellement en analyse fonctionnelle pour modélisation BPM / workflow.

En 25 ans de travail dans l'IT, j'ai rapidement migré du DEV COBOL (reconversion en 1999, après Master 2 en Océanologie Biologique) vers la collaboration avec le client, en tant que BA et MOA puis PO. Quelques missions en analyse fonctionnelle, audit... Show more

Jeff Hayes

Jeff Hayes

Jeff is an outgoing agile leader, trainer and coach. He is motivated by developing self-sufficiency, both in himself and in others. After working for many years as a software engineer and project manager he discovered agile ways of working. He now trains software engineers in how to develop highly cohesive and productive teams, and coaches a few individuals to help them achieve their greatest desires. During much of the year Jeff cohosts agile coaching circles to enable individuals to practice what they've learned, contributes to the global working group evolving the Agile Coaching Growth Wheel, and speaks at conferences to share his experiences in agile ways of working.

Jeff is an outgoing agile leader, trainer and coach. He is motivated by developing self-sufficiency, both in himself and in others. After working for many years as a software engineer and project manager he discovered agile ways of working. He now tr... Show more

Erik Flores

Erik Flores

- 6 años de experiencia en AWS
- AWS Solutions Architect Professional

- 6 años de experiencia en AWS - AWS Solutions Architect Professional Show more

Giovanni Valli

Giovanni Valli

Giovanni is Head of Agile Transformation at Entain Italy. He spent the last 6 years as an Agile Coach consultant, after leading for 7 years digital products development in a multinational company. His focus is on building autonomy, aligning culture and execution, and enabling sustainable change.

Giovanni is Head of Agile Transformation at Entain Italy. He spent the last 6 years as an Agile Coach consultant, after leading for 7 years digital products development in a multinational company. His focus is on building autonomy, aligning culture a... Show more

Bryan Medrano

Bryan Medrano

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores como banca, retail, automotriz, agroindustrias y educación superior.

En BAC-Credomatic, Grupo Casa Pellas "Toyota Nicaragua" e INCAE Business School, he implementado/rediseñado soluciones avanzadas como Tableau, Power BI y Salesforce, mejorando la eficiencia operativa y la toma de decisiones basadas en datos. He impulsado la reestructuración de KPIs, la automatización de procesos comerciales y la integración de sistemas CRM, impactando positivamente en la estrategia de marketing digital y las operaciones comerciales, gestionando la sinergia entre talentosos equipos multidisciplinarios.

Paralelamente me he desempeñado como Profesor en especializaciones en Inteligencia de Negocios y Operaciones a nivel internacional, donde comparto mis conocimientos para empoderar a futuros líderes en analítica y transformación empresarial.

Mi enfoque se centra en la innovación, la mejora continua y la transformación digital para generar valor estratégico a través de los datos.

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores c... Show more

Niladri Sekhar Hore

Niladri Sekhar Hore

With over a decade of experience spanning data engineering and cybersecurity, Niladri is a versatile and accomplished professional currently working at StoneX, where he focuses on advancing cyber defence, observability, and secure data systems at scale. His career has included pivotal roles at leading global firms such as Cognizant, Eli Lilly, Accenture, and KPMG, where he has driven initiatives in eDiscovery, digital forensics, GRC, security engineering, and cloud observability.

Combining hands-on technical expertise with strategic vision, he brings a unique lens to solving complex problems at the intersection of data, threat operations, and governance. His recent work explores synthetic media abuse, deepfake detection, and the evolution of adversarial AI in enterprise environments.

With over a decade of experience spanning data engineering and cybersecurity, Niladri is a versatile and accomplished professional currently working at StoneX, where he focuses on advancing cyber defence, observability, and secure data systems at sca... Show more

Sophie Aldebert

Sophie Aldebert

Sophie is a UX Researcher at Citi with a background in Chemical Engineering. She has built and scaled research practices in both start-ups and enterprises, embedding human-centred ways of working that drive real business impact.

At the crossroads of design, technology and strategy, she transforms research into a strategic partner. She combines scientific thinking with creativity to tackle complex challenges and uncover new opportunities.

She also mentors emerging tech talent, championing inclusivity and inspiring the next generation

Sophie is a UX Researcher at Citi with a background in Chemical Engineering. She has built and scaled research practices in both start-ups and enterprises, embedding human-centred ways of working that drive real business impact. At the crossroads ... Show more

Shubhangi Goyal

Shubhangi Goyal

Shubhangi has 8+ years of experience working in data and AI from companies like Tata Consultancy Services to agile start-ups. She has a background in computer science engineering with an MSc in Business Analytics from the University of Bath, UK. She works as a Senior Analyst at a leading FTSE100 company in financial services and insurance in the UK. Previously, she led the data function of ICS AI Ltd, which is a Microsoft UK inner circle partner, focusing on artificial intelligence at the forefront of technology for the public sector in the UK. She has worked in data analytics, data science, data strategy, and AI, leveraging algorithms to extract insights, identify patterns, and understand human language in large datasets. She leads the London Chapter for Women In Data which is a platform for tech enthusiasts of all backgrounds to connect, grow and learn together. She is a verified expert and mentor at TopMate. She has also been the judge of Datathon 2024 and has delivered sessions on several platforms in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and India. She has also been shortlisted for TechWomen100 UK.

Shubhangi has 8+ years of experience working in data and AI from companies like Tata Consultancy Services to agile start-ups. She has a background in computer science engineering with an MSc in Business Analytics from the University of Bath, UK. She ... Show more

Mateo Bodenlle Villarino

Mateo Bodenlle Villarino

Hello! I'm Mateo Bodenlle.
I am a computer engineering student at USC, passionate about technology and entrepreneurship. Additionally, I serve as the treasurer of the GDG Santiago de Compostela association, which plays a fundamental role in the Galician community.

Since I can remember, I have been deeply concerned and curious about economic theory, focusing in recent years on a self-taught study of the Austrian school of economics, as well as the world of business and investments. This complements my engineering education, providing me with a unique perspective on problem-solving and decision-making.

My goal during my university years is precisely to develop a hybrid profile that allows me to build solutions and add value by combining these two facets.

Following this path, I co-founded, along with a great team, a tech startup (EdTech) that will soon be launched. Through this venture, I have applied my ability to identify opportunities and execute ambitious projects, while also gaining experience in software development, software engineering, project management, and funding.

I consider myself a proactive person with strong initiative and the ability to drive complex projects forward.

I am constantly seeking new opportunities to learn, undertake new challenges, and grow both professionally and academically, as well as personally. I am always open to connecting with like-minded individuals and collaborating on innovative projects. Feel free to reach out to me!

Hello! I'm Mateo Bodenlle. I am a computer engineering student at USC, passionate about technology and entrepreneurship. Additionally, I serve as the treasurer of the GDG Santiago de Compostela association, which plays a fundamental role in the Gali... Show more

Gareth Emslie

Gareth Emslie

Cloud Strategist & Tech Evangelist with a background in architecting and building software & services. Currently working at Dynatrace, where I help to shape cloud strategy. Opinions are my own!

Cloud Strategist & Tech Evangelist with a background in architecting and building software & services. Currently working at Dynatrace, where I help to shape cloud strategy. Opinions are my own! Show more

Rafael Silva

Rafael Silva

I’m a technology professional focused on observability, data, and infrastructure. I work daily with the Elastic Stack, leading projects related to monitoring, log analysis, and system performance. I have experience in critical and distributed environments, building solutions that intelligently and efficiently integrate logs, metrics, and tracing. I also share knowledge with the community through technical content, proof of concepts, and open-source repositories.

I’m a technology professional focused on observability, data, and infrastructure. I work daily with the Elastic Stack, leading projects related to monitoring, log analysis, and system performance. I have experience in critical and distributed environ... Show more

Bijoy Thomas

Bijoy Thomas

Bijoy Thomas is an accomplished engineering executive with over two decades of leadership experience in the technology sector, spanning global giants such as JPMorgan Chase, NetApp, Cisco, Intel, and Alcatel-Lucent. He currently serves as Executive Director, Director of Software Engineering at JPMorgan Chase, where he leads transformative initiatives in GenAI-driven software delivery, cloud-native architecture, and enterprise DevOps modernization. Bijoy is renowned for pioneering innovations in GenAI-powered contract and functional testing, introducing agentic workflows, and architecting automated deployment pipelines for both on-premise and public cloud environments. His work has dramatically enhanced release agility, service reliability, and system resilience across mission-critical platforms. Previously, as Vice President at JPMorgan Chase, Bijoy led containerized application modernization to AWS and orchestrated the seamless migration of enterprise-scale tools like Pactflow. As a certified AWS Solutions Architect, he has coached engineering teams through complex transformations, fostering a culture of technical excellence and operational efficiency. Bijoy’s earlier roles at NetApp, Cisco, Intel, and Lucent Technologies showcase his deep technical roots in software configuration management (SCM), CI/CD, and build engineering. From managing Git and Perforce integrations to developing internal tools and dashboards for code quality and risk visualization, his contributions have consistently raised engineering standards and delivery confidence. He holds a Master of Computer Applications from Bharathiar University and a Bachelor's in Computer Science from Kerala University. His excellence has been recognized through numerous industry accolades, including JPMorgan Chase’s “Team of Champions” and NetApp’s “Employee Excellence Award.”

Bijoy Thomas is an accomplished engineering executive with over two decades of leadership experience in the technology sector, spanning global giants such as JPMorgan Chase, NetApp, Cisco, Intel, and Alcatel-Lucent. He currently serves as Executive D... Show more

Przemysław Mikulski

Przemysław Mikulski

Przemysław Mikulski is the co-founder of Kodlot ApS, a boutique consultancy delivering cloud-native data platforms across Europe and the US. With hands-on experience across AWS, Kubernetes, and modern data architectures, he helps enterprises in regulated industries and high-growth sectors scale platforms, automate operations, and align engineering with business goals.

He has led cross-border teams in the Nordics, Switzerland and Poland. He specializes in implementing data mesh, optimizing cloud costs, and integrating AI into operational workflows. Przemysław combines deep technical expertise with a strong focus on practical outcomes, making his talks both actionable and grounded in real-world delivery.

Przemysław Mikulski is the co-founder of Kodlot ApS, a boutique consultancy delivering cloud-native data platforms across Europe and the US. With hands-on experience across AWS, Kubernetes, and modern data architectures, he helps enterprises in regul... Show more

Nick Proud

Nick Proud

I’m a senior software engineer, Microsoft MVP and technology leader working within the RPA space, delivering software that enhances day-to-day processes.
I create videos about C# and .NET on YouTube and I am currently the Head of Software Development at NexBotix

I’m a senior software engineer, Microsoft MVP and technology leader working within the RPA space, delivering software that enhances day-to-day processes. I create videos about C# and .NET on YouTube and I am currently the Head of Software Developmen... Show more

Wachiou Bouraima

Wachiou Bouraima

Advocate & Contributor | Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador | Co-founder @PythonTogo | PyCon Africa IOC | Chair, PyCon Togo 2025

Advocate & Contributor | Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador | Co-founder @PythonTogo | PyCon Africa IOC | Chair, PyCon Togo 2025 Show more

Chisom Aniefuna

Chisom Aniefuna

Product Manager with experience driving scalable solutions across health, branding, and tech sectors. Previously worked with Advantage Health Africa, Kangaroo (Ethiopia), and Plutus Tech Solutions. Co-creator of Girls Nest, an award-winning hackathon solution empowering women. Passionate about building inclusive products and fostering collaboration.

Product Manager with experience driving scalable solutions across health, branding, and tech sectors. Previously worked with Advantage Health Africa, Kangaroo (Ethiopia), and Plutus Tech Solutions. Co-creator of Girls Nest, an award-winning hackathon... Show more

John Gunia

John Gunia

I am a technologist and innovator leading Robotic Process Automation at I&M Bank. I blend enterprise automation experience with a passion for cutting-edge AI. My recent project explores voice-to-face generation using GANs and Python—a deep dive into the intersection of sound, identity, and generative models. I enjoy demystifying complex topics and believe in AI that is ethical, accessible, and exciting.

I am a technologist and innovator leading Robotic Process Automation at I&M Bank. I blend enterprise automation experience with a passion for cutting-edge AI. My recent project explores voice-to-face generation using GANs and Python—a deep dive into ... Show more

Neeraj Pandey

Neeraj Pandey

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes the challenge of creating new tools and applications, and is an active speaker with talks and tutorials presented at multiple conferences.

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes t... Show more

Sabrina Kynast

Sabrina Kynast

I earned my B.Sc. in Games Engineering from the TUM. Following this, I pursued my master’s degree in the elite graduate "Software Engineering" program. My interest in teaching and sharing knowledge resulted in working as a teaching assistant during both my bachelor and master studies for several different courses and culminated in being responsible for the practical section of TUM's Introduction to Computer Science course with over 1000 participants.

Upon completing my studies, I joined the fintech scale-up QPLIX as a Senior Software Engineer. In this role, I focus on continuously improving the performance of our algorithms and leading the internal Developers Academy, which aims to upskill our software developers and engineers.

In 2024 I did my first talk at a conference, talking about the challenges and opportunities working as an openly trans woman in a very male dominated sector.

I earned my B.Sc. in Games Engineering from the TUM. Following this, I pursued my master’s degree in the elite graduate "Software Engineering" program. My interest in teaching and sharing knowledge resulted in working as a teaching assistant during b... Show more

Soujanya Vummannagari

Soujanya Vummannagari

Soujanya Vummannagari is an accomplished Senior Product/Delivery Manager with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation across healthcare, retail, finance, and insurance industries. Currently serving as Senior Development Consultant at Evernorth/Express Scripts through Endava Solutions, she leads a comprehensive product portfolio encompassing 50+ Spring Boot services and 400+ DataPower/Mainframe services while managing a 30+ member global team.
Her expertise spans the full technology spectrum, from legacy mainframe systems (PLI, CICS, COBOL) to modern cloud-native architectures using Java, Spring Boot,Openshift and AWS. Soujanya has demonstrated exceptional leadership in large-scale system modernization, successfully migrating monolithic systems to microservices architectures, achieving 1300+ MIPS savings and delivering $2.5M in license cost reductions through strategic technology transitions.
Notable achievements include developing innovative certification frameworks that contributed to $1.75M in cost savings, building analytics platforms that drove incremental revenue growth, and leading FHIR API migrations that enhanced healthcare data interoperability across multiple organizations. Her technical proficiency extends to DevOps practices, utilizing tools like Jenkins, Git, and Pivotal Cloud Foundry, while maintaining robust monitoring and security standards through Grafana, Splunk, newrelic , and Dynatrace.
Prior to her current role, Soujanya held key positions at Clopay Doors, PNC Healthcare, State Farm Insurance, and Citigroup, where she consistently delivered scalable solutions and led cross-functional teams to achieve strategic business objectives. Her experience includes extensive work with HIPAA compliance, EDI transaction processing, and claims management systems.
Soujanya holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and maintains Project Management Professional (PMP) certification alongside OBIEE Foundation Suite 11G certification, reflecting her commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in technology leadership.

Soujanya Vummannagari is an accomplished Senior Product/Delivery Manager with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation across healthcare, retail, finance, and insurance industries. Currently serving as Senior Development Consultant ... Show more

Tiffany Allen

Tiffany Allen

Dedicated leader in strategic partnerships and technology sales responsible for driving growth in the Microsoft Dynamics channel for more than 15 years. Proven expertise in leveraging business automation software for Microsoft Dynamics to ensure enhanced operational efficiency. A dynamic public speaker passionate about sharing insights on the intersection of AI technology unique to Microsoft Dynamics. Committed to driving awareness innovation, lead generation and fostering collaborative solutions in the rapidly evolving business landscape.

Dedicated leader in strategic partnerships and technology sales responsible for driving growth in the Microsoft Dynamics channel for more than 15 years. Proven expertise in leveraging business automation software for Microsoft Dynamics to ensure enha... Show more

Parul Purwar

Parul Purwar

Parul Purwar is a strategic leader with nearly a decade of global experience in fintech, management consulting, and growth strategy across the United States, India, and other international markets. With a distinguished record of delivering data-driven solutions, Parul has advised Fortune 10 companies, high-growth startups, government entities, and global insurers on complex business transformations.
Currently a Business Strategist at IMC Trading, a leading high-frequency proprietary trading firm. She has developed firm-wide execution roadmaps, introduced AI/ML-driven analytics tools, and fostered strategic partnerships with top-tier financial institutions. Her insights into cost optimization have delivered measurable efficiencies across major U.S. exchanges.
Previously, at Bain & Company, Parul held leadership roles where she drove tech-enabled transformations for retail, insurance, manufacturing, and auto sectors. She has led multimillion-dollar growth initiatives by leveraging advanced analytics, AI, and digital innovation. Her work included launching new business models, identifying post-merger synergies, improving operational efficiency, and developing market entry strategies for major firms.
Parul’s earlier experiences include serving as Head of Strategy at Zivame, where she drove 65% revenue growth, international expansion, and operational scaling through machine learning models and warehouse automation. At Monitor Deloitte, she led high-impact strategy and innovation projects, including India's first public payment bank and cross-border investment strategy between India and Mauritius.
Academically, Parul holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management, where she earned a Merit Scholarship and served in key leadership roles. She also holds a dual B.Tech and M.Tech degree in Engineering Physics and Nanoscience from IIT Bombay. Her academic and extracurricular excellence is matched by her commitment to community service, including pro bono consulting and educational outreach.
Parul is passionate about leveraging technology to drive growth, build sustainable business models, and empower diverse teams. She combines sharp analytical acumen with deep stakeholder management experience, making her a sought-after advisor and transformational leader in the digital economy.

Parul Purwar is a strategic leader with nearly a decade of global experience in fintech, management consulting, and growth strategy across the United States, India, and other international markets. With a distinguished record of delivering data-drive... Show more

Gilberto Hernandez

Gilberto Hernandez

Gilberto has spent over a decade shaping technical education for developers worldwide. He's reached hundreds of thousands of students and engineers across diverse backgrounds through both online platforms and in-person experiences that make complex concepts accessible.

At Codecademy, he authored and launched several of their foundational courses. Since then, he's worn multiple hats as both product manager and technical content creator at industry leaders including MongoDB, Domino Data Lab, Plaid, and Snowflake.

As Lead Developer Advocate at Snowflake today, Gilberto is passionate about crafting exceptional developer experiences and educational resources. He frequently writes about data engineering, AI, and application development with Snowflake.

Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilberto-hernandez/

Gilberto has spent over a decade shaping technical education for developers worldwide. He's reached hundreds of thousands of students and engineers across diverse backgrounds through both online platforms and in-person experiences that make complex c... Show more

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