Technology Modernization Leader with over 25 years of experience partnering with C-suites around digital strategy and transformation of their global enterprises into modern businesses translating data into actionable insights.

Deep expertise in cutting edge technology solutions built on Human Centered Product Engineering, Data Science & Statistics, Cloud platforms, Big data, AI & Analytics, and Generative AI/ML algorithms.

Technology Modernization Leader with over 25 years of experience partnering with C-suites around digital strategy and transformation of their global enterprises into modern businesses translating data into actionable insights. Deep expertise in cu... Show more

I am a software engineer with years of professional experience developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining robust software
applications. I excel in creating innovative solutions and seamless user experiences. Beyond my technical skills, I am passionate about physical wellness and enjoy regular workouts to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.

I am a software engineer with years of professional experience developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining robust software applications. I excel in creating innovative solutions and seamless user experiences. Beyond my technical skills, I am pas... Show more

I’m Victor S. Recio—an ex-Microsoft Cloud Solution Architect and cloud-native practitioner known for championing Linux, Open Source, Containers, and DevOps. I currently work as a Senior Cloud Engineer/DevOps, leading modernization and migration initiatives and delivering container-based platforms for clients across the USA and the Caribbean.

Over the last seven+ years, I’ve advised organizations—particularly in the financial sector—on DevOps operating models, cloud architecture, and microservices design aligned with agile delivery. I’m also an active educator and speaker, having delivered international talks and hands-on workshops on Cloud Governance, Container Security, Linux Administration, Docker, and Kubernetes for diverse organizations. My work is grounded in collaboration, continuous learning, and building high-trust technical communities—bringing practical, secure, and scalable engineering to every stage of the platform lifecycle.

I’m Victor S. Recio—an ex-Microsoft Cloud Solution Architect and cloud-native practitioner known for championing Linux, Open Source, Containers, and DevOps. I currently work as a Senior Cloud Engineer/DevOps, leading modernization and migration initi... Show more

Ruthann Savage is the founder of Savage Dynamic Consulting, a firm known for helping organizations turn strategy into movement. She advises companies on how to improve individual and organizational performance by aligning leadership, talent, and process. With experience spanning Fortune 100 boardrooms and founder-led firms, Ruthann is called when execution stalls, growth plateaus, or leadership needs sharper traction. Her work is grounded in real business outcomes—reduced churn, faster decision-making, and measurable gains in performance. She also helps leaders navigate the human side of emerging technologies, including how AI impacts alignment, capability, and culture.

She’s a published author, professional speaker, and strategic advisor with a background in organizational development and process architecture. Ruthann holds degrees in business and psychology, and her approach blends sharp insight with human-aware execution. She’s known for challenging assumptions, provoking clarity, and helping leaders build what works—without jargon, fluff, or sentimentality. Whether she’s speaking on the future of work or guiding post-M&A integration, her message is consistent: performance improves when people, process, and leadership are aligned.

Ruthann Savage is the founder of Savage Dynamic Consulting, a firm known for helping organizations turn strategy into movement. She advises companies on how to improve individual and organizational performance by aligning leadership, talent, and proc... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

Timo Körber looks back on a 22-year career in web development and is an expert for PHP, software architecture and clean coding, as well as a contact for web security, user experience design, product optimization, and quality assurance.

As a CTO, Lead Web-Developer & Technical Consultant he supports companies in the planning, designing, implementation and optimization of their next web application.

Timo Körber looks back on a 22-year career in web development and is an expert for PHP, software architecture and clean coding, as well as a contact for web security, user experience design, product optimization, and quality assurance. As a CTO, L... Show more

I am a Senior Java Developer with over 14 years of hands-on experience in the trenches of enterprise software. Currently a full-time engineer at eBay, I spend my days solving scalability and reliability challenges for financial systems that serve millions of users.

My technical journey has focused on high-stakes environments, including migrating 192M+ sellers to next-generation billing platforms and designing APIs that handle 80M+ daily requests. I specialize in the intersection of Java, Spring Boot, and Azure.

After more than a decade of focusing on execution and architecture, I am now dedicated to sharing my "war stories" and technical insights with the broader developer community. My goal is to help other engineers navigate the complexities of modernizing legacy systems and building at scale.

I am a Senior Java Developer with over 14 years of hands-on experience in the trenches of enterprise software. Currently a full-time engineer at eBay, I spend my days solving scalability and reliability challenges for financial systems that serve mil... Show more

Ryan 'Roll4Combat' Bonner is a penetration tester and educator who loves breaking things and sharing what he learns. By day, he's a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant, poking holes in web apps and internal networks. By night, he dives into AI and bug bounty hunting. A firm believer that we all get better by sharing, Ryan is a community speaker at events like BSides, GRR CON, and DEF CON. He is committed to paying forward the mentorship that launched his career by helping others get their start in the community.

Ryan 'Roll4Combat' Bonner is a penetration tester and educator who loves breaking things and sharing what he learns. By day, he's a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant, poking holes in web apps and internal networks. By night, he dives into AI and bug bo... Show more

Katie is a Cybersecurity enthusiast, strategist and an advocate for Women in Technology. As a CISSP certified professional with a background in Infrastructure, she is often sought out to develop and influence approaches to standards, produce security frameworks and influence security strategy.

As well as being Katie has led large Security driven Digital Transformation Programmes across multiple industries. This has included ISO 27001 certifications, rollout of Security Assurance frameworks, SDLC, SIEM, IDAM, Vulnerability Management and Threat Intelligence from legacy on prem to Public Cloud in both Azure and AWS. She has extensive knowledge and experience of Stakeholder management, bid response, Risk & Compliance, Cyber Essentials Plus, PCI DSS, GDPR, Business Continuity, Incident Management and Disaster Recovery.

Katie is a Cybersecurity enthusiast, strategist and an advocate for Women in Technology. As a CISSP certified professional with a background in Infrastructure, she is often sought out to develop and influence approaches to standards, produce security... Show more

Keil Wilson (k-EYE-ill or kile) has a long and varied IT background and has seen many of the challenges IT organizations face firsthand. Across roles as a developer, lead, project manager, and IT architect, he often ran into the same pressures around scope, schedule, and cost. Looking for better alternatives to the traditional planning and estimating approaches taught by "professors and professionals," he turned to the Manifesto for Agile Software Development. The result was happier customers, more engaged teams, and quality products/projects delivered and refined frequently.

Since that shift to agile development, Keil has spent years building agile teams that use iterative delivery and feedback to provide timely, valuable IT products and services for organizations of all sizes. He is a certified agile coach, agile leader, and Scrum Master who helps teams, clients, and customers reach their goals using agile principles and practices.

Keil Wilson (k-EYE-ill or kile) has a long and varied IT background and has seen many of the challenges IT organizations face firsthand. Across roles as a developer, lead, project manager, and IT architect, he often ran into the same pressures around... Show more

Equipping leaders to regulate pressure, repair trust, and lead in the age of uncertainty.

Shawntà Hooks is an award-winning global keynote speaker, author, and Leadership & Clarity Strategist known for unlocking clarity in high-pressure cultures. With a background as a former Fortune 100 Vice President of Automation Transformation and Certified Public Accountant, she brings rare executive credibility to the human side of leadership.

Through neuroscience-backed, multisensory experiences — integrating music, movement, mindfulness, and storytelling — Shawntà teaches leaders the bio hacks of presence, regulation, and influence. Her work reveals what’s felt but rarely named in modern organizations: how overstimulation, unregulated pressure, and emotional misalignment quietly erode performance, trust, and decision-making.

She is the founder of The Clarity Lab™ and creator of the Catch → Convert → Create™ system of nervous system regulation.

Equipping leaders to regulate pressure, repair trust, and lead in the age of uncertainty. Shawntà Hooks is an award-winning global keynote speaker, author, and Leadership & Clarity Strategist known for unlocking clarity in high-pressure cultures. ... Show more

Hi! I'm Natalia Salas, a Technology Leader & Senior Financial consultant, Microsoft MVP, and passionate advocate for inclusive, intelligent BizzApps. With over a decade of experience implementing and optimizing MsDyn365FnO, I bring deep expertise in financial processes, global regulatory compliance, and solution design across multiple industries and geographies.
But I’m not just about debits and credits. I’m also a curious soul who loves exploring everything that intersects with Finance in the Microsoft family, from AI Agents and Copilot to Power Platform and beyond. If it helps automate, clarify, or empower, I want to learn it, use it, and teach it.
Community is at the heart of my work. I regularly share functional insights on my blog, mentor newcomers, and co-founded Futuro 365 and HOLA FnO, initiatives focused on helping diverse professionals begin their journey in the world of business apps.
I’ve spoken at global conferences, led technical sessions, and love turning complex processes into practical, human-centered stories.
I’m here to make Finance feel less scary, more empowering... and maybe even a little fun! ✨

Hi! I'm Natalia Salas, a Technology Leader & Senior Financial consultant, Microsoft MVP, and passionate advocate for inclusive, intelligent BizzApps. With over a decade of experience implementing and optimizing MsDyn365FnO, I bring deep expertise in ... Show more

Brenton House is an ex-hacker, developer, strategist, and now Principal Cybersecurity and AI Advisor for IBM webMethods. Known for his unique creative work and YouTube channel, Brenton has produced several hit series including The Redacted Hacker, AI: Man vs. Machine, and API Cybersecurity 101.

In his 25+ years of unique creative and technical experience, he's worked across many industries including broadcasting, advertising, retail, financial services, supply chain, transportation, technology, and publishing. His technical expertise, combined with his creative visual artistry, has enabled him to equip organizations by creating innovative products that captivate and delight audiences.

Brenton House is an ex-hacker, developer, strategist, and now Principal Cybersecurity and AI Advisor for IBM webMethods. Known for his unique creative work and YouTube channel, Brenton has produced several hit series including The Redacted Hacker, ... Show more

Toddy has over 25 years of experience in software engineering and design, consulting, and product management for companies like Microsoft, T-Mobile, and SAP. He started his cloud journey 14 years ago as part of the Azure team. Since then, Toddy worked on large-scale cloud implementations using Azure and AWS by utilizing cloud-native technologies. Now, he is part of the Azure Cloud Native and Ecosystem team and is responsible for container supply chain security for Azure services and customers.

Toddy has over 25 years of experience in software engineering and design, consulting, and product management for companies like Microsoft, T-Mobile, and SAP. He started his cloud journey 14 years ago as part of the Azure team. Since then, Toddy worke... Show more

Werner Keil is a Cloud Architect, Jakarta EE and Microservice expert for the financial sector. Helping Global 500 Enterprises across industries and leading IT vendors.
He worked for over 30 years as IT Manager, PM, Coach, SW architect and consultant for Finance, Mobile, Media, Transport and Public sector.
Werner develops enterprise systems using Java, Java EE, other Oracle, IBM or Microsoft technologies, JavaScript, Node, Angular, dynamic or functional languages.

Besides working for major companies, he runs his own creative and talent agency Creative Arts & Technologies and in his spare time, runs and supports open-source projects, writes song lyrics, novels, screenplays, technical books and articles.

Werner is Committer at Apache Foundation, Eclipse Foundation, Babel Language Champion, UOMo Project Lead and active member of the Java Community Process in JSRs like 321 (Trusted Java), 344 (JSF 2.2), 354 (Money, also Maintenance Lead), 358/364 (JCP.next), 362 (Portlet 3), 363 (Unit-API 1), 365 (CDI 2), 366 (Java EE 8), 375 (Java EE Security), 380 (Bean Validation 2), 385 (Unit-API 2, also Spec Lead) and was the longest serving Individual Member of the Executive Committee for 9 years in a row. Werner is currently the Community representative in the Jakarta EE Specification Committee.

Werner Keil is a Cloud Architect, Jakarta EE and Microservice expert for the financial sector. Helping Global 500 Enterprises across industries and leading IT vendors. He worked for over 30 years as IT Manager, PM, Coach, SW architect and consultant... Show more

Bibiana is a Community Manager, software engineer, and entrepreneur with a passion for building inclusive tech ecosystems. Originally from Brazil and now based in Canada, she focuses her work on growing open source and developer communities, supporting DEI initiatives, and strengthening local tech networks in Vancouver. Outside of work, she channels her curiosity and discipline into martial arts, games, weightlifting, and travel.

Bibiana is a Community Manager, software engineer, and entrepreneur with a passion for building inclusive tech ecosystems. Originally from Brazil and now based in Canada, she focuses her work on growing open source and developer communities, supporti... Show more

Passionate about the intersection of mathematics and technology, I've chosen the path of software engineering.Chess enthusiast and avid traveler, I explore diverse cultures and ways of thinking.
I thrive on collaborative projects, focusing on Javascript Ecosystem. I ventured into the tech startup world, eventually leading the Tech at MaVoie.org. Fascinated by AI, my goal is to contribute to impactful projects, particularly in finance, and education. Now immersed in SaaS development impact. 🚀
#AI #StartupLeader #TechEnthusiast #SaaS #MicroSaaS

Passionate about the intersection of mathematics and technology, I've chosen the path of software engineering.Chess enthusiast and avid traveler, I explore diverse cultures and ways of thinking. I thrive on collaborative projects, focusing on Javasc... Show more

https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhishek-chowdhury-32698014/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhishek-chowdhury-32698014/ Show more

Philipp Kersting ist unabhängiger Green-IT-Berater. Er coacht Manager und Mitarbeitende in IT, Fachbereich und Controlling und setzt sich für geringere IT-Kosten und -Emissionen ein. Er ist ein sehr erfahrener IT‘ler, zertifizierter FinOps Practitioner und Auditor für den Blauen Engel für Software.

Philipp Kersting ist unabhängiger Green-IT-Berater. Er coacht Manager und Mitarbeitende in IT, Fachbereich und Controlling und setzt sich für geringere IT-Kosten und -Emissionen ein. Er ist ein sehr erfahrener IT‘ler, zertifizierter FinOps Practition... Show more

Rutuja is a Data & AI Consultant with a background in Computer Science and a Master’s in Data and Knowledge Engineering. With nearly nine years of experience, she has managed a diverse portfolio of leading industry clients while working across analytics, visualization, and AI strategy roles. She has led data initiatives, delivered BI solutions, and driven GenAI implementations across multiple business domains. Beyond her consulting work, Rutuja is a mentor and Design Thinking coach, and an experienced public speaker who translates complex technical challenges into human-centered solutions.

Rutuja is a Data & AI Consultant with a background in Computer Science and a Master’s in Data and Knowledge Engineering. With nearly nine years of experience, she has managed a diverse portfolio of leading industry clients while working across analyt... Show more

Formadora y consultora especializada en implantación de sistemas de control de gestión con Power BI.
LinkedIn learning Instructor en finanzas y gestión de proyectos y docente en programas posgrados y seminarios especializados en escuelas de negocio, empresas y asociaciones
Autora de los libros: “Inteligencia emocional en las finanzas” “Control de gestión con Excel y Power Query”
Divulgadora de contenidos en RRSS con emisiones en directo de los programas: “Finanzas comienza con F” y “Finanzas y Excel” (Vía YouTube y LinkedIn Live).

Formadora y consultora especializada en implantación de sistemas de control de gestión con Power BI. LinkedIn learning Instructor en finanzas y gestión de proyectos y docente en programas posgrados y seminarios especializados en escuelas de negoci... Show more

Ahmad Uzair is a tech enthusiast and a passionate entrepreneur who believes in giving back to society and fostering the community's growth. He is on a mission to empower 1,000,000+ individuals and 10,000+ businesses and create a positive impact with technology.

He has been working on building the community since he was a Microsoft Student Partner and is currently leading two technical communities in the UAE, namely, Azure Middle East and Power Platform User Group UAE.

He has been in the consulting business for more than three years and has developed solutions for various industries, such as Healthcare, Education, Construction, Manufacturing, Insurance, Banking, and more, using technology to solve business bottlenecks and improve business efficiencies.

Ahmad Uzair is a tech enthusiast and a passionate entrepreneur who believes in giving back to society and fostering the community's growth. He is on a mission to empower 1,000,000+ individuals and 10,000+ businesses and create a positive impact with ... Show more

In my professional career, I have contributed to the digital transformation of the mining, retail and finance sectors, specializing in the creation of analytical architectures in both Microsoft and AWS. My focus is on migrating analytical infrastructures to the cloud and implementing cutting-edge solutions for handling large volumes of data.

As co-founder of Unlearni, I lead the way in digital education, facilitating continuous learning and practical application of business intelligence and data analytics. My mission is to empower organizations to make data-driven strategic decisions, and I achieve that through my experience as a Microsoft MVP Data Platform and my passion for sharing knowledge in the field of data engineering.

I have also had the fortune to write the book "Arquitectura e Ingenieria de Datos" by Editorial Anaya Multimedia where I intend to democratize the understanding of these roles and functions in data for spanish spoken people who are starting out on the path of data.

In my professional career, I have contributed to the digital transformation of the mining, retail and finance sectors, specializing in the creation of analytical architectures in both Microsoft and AWS. My focus is on migrating analytical infrastruct... Show more

26 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SUCCESSFUL IT LEADERSHIP • DATA MANAGEMENT & ARCHITECTURE •
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ANALYTICS & REPORTING • AGILE AND PREDICTIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT

EDUCATION
• MS, Computer Science, Honors, Wayne State University, 2006-2008
• Master's in Health Services Administration - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2017-2020)
• MS in Analytics and Data Science (In Progress), Georgia Tech 2021-2026
• BE in Electronics & Telecommunications, IIEST, 1994-1998
• Chief Technology Officer Certificate Program from Wharton Executive Education, June 2023-May 2024

Certification
• Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure for SAP Workloads Specialty
• Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate

• Databricks certified Data Engineer Professional
• Databricks certified Data Engineer Associate
• Databricks certified Data Analyst Associate
• Databricks certified GenAI Engineer Associate
• Databricks certified Machine Learning Engineer Associate
• Databricks certified Machine Learning Engineer Professional
• Databricks certified solution architect essentials

26 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SUCCESSFUL IT LEADERSHIP • DATA MANAGEMENT & ARCHITECTURE • BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ANALYTICS & REPORTING • AGILE AND PREDICTIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT EDUCATION • MS, Computer Science, Honors, Wayne State University, 2006-20... Show more

Darshit Pandya is a seasoned Senior Principal Engineer - platform @ Serko, a leader in cloud-native architecture, platform engineering, and serverless technologies based in Auckland, New Zealand. With over 15 years of experience, he has been instrumental in architecting and delivering large-scale distributed cloud applications, leveraging event-driven architecture, microservices, and serverless computing to drive innovation and efficiency.

As a thought leader and influencer in platform engineering, Darshit is passionate about scaling developer productivity, optimizing cloud platforms, and shaping sustainable and scalable software architectures. His expertise spans cloud migrations, DevOps, FinOps, AI-driven architectures, and developer experience, making him a trusted voice in the industry.

Beyond his technical leadership at Serko, Darshit is a public speaker and advocate for cloud and serverless adoption. Since 2021, he has been an AWS Community Builder for Serverless, actively contributing to the global cloud ecosystem through meetups, conferences, and industry discussions. He co-organizes the Auckland Serverless Meetup, Serverless Days ANZ, and Auckland Serverless Days, bringing together engineers, architects, and thought leaders to share insights and best practices.

Darshit is a regular speaker at technical conferences, AWS Community Days, and industry roundtables, covering topics such as platform engineering, hybrid cloud, developer portals, and ethical decision-making in software design. His engaging storytelling, deep technical insights, and ability to bridge the gap between business and technology make him a sought-after speaker in the global tech community.

A lifelong learner, Darshit thrives on mentorship, community engagement, and fostering the next generation of engineers. His core expertise spans Travel, Fintech, Healthcare, and Accounting, where he continuously pushes the boundaries of cloud-native solutions and platform-driven innovation.

Darshit Pandya is a seasoned Senior Principal Engineer - platform @ Serko, a leader in cloud-native architecture, platform engineering, and serverless technologies based in Auckland, New Zealand. With over 15 years of experience, he has been instrume... Show more

Having 13 years of software experience in industry. Completed masters in Computer Science in 2011 from India.

Having 13 years of software experience in industry. Completed masters in Computer Science in 2011 from India. Show more

Christopher Robinson (aka CRob) is the Chief Security Architect for the Open Source Security Foundation. With over 25 years of Enterprise-class engineering, architectural, operational and leadership experience, CRob has worked at several Fortune 500 companies with experience in the Financial, Medical, Legal, and Manufacturing verticals, and spent 6 years helping lead the Red Hat Product Security team as their Program Architect.

Christopher Robinson (aka CRob) is the Chief Security Architect for the Open Source Security Foundation. With over 25 years of Enterprise-class engineering, architectural, operational and leadership experience, CRob has worked at several Fortune 500 ... Show more

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

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

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

Neeraj is a successful technical founder who has extensive experience working on distributed systems and core backend infrastructure with focus on AI, security and reliability for scaling applications. Neeraj has previously co-founded and scaled Aspen Mesh & led global engineering at Solo.io while leading one of the largest open source communities (Istio). He has helped build and scale infrastructure for some of the largest Kubernetes & service mesh based application deployments across industries like Finance (Amex), Govt (US CBP) and Telcos (Verizon).

Neeraj is a successful technical founder who has extensive experience working on distributed systems and core backend infrastructure with focus on AI, security and reliability for scaling applications. Neeraj has previously co-founded and scaled Aspe... Show more

Jeff Foresman is an experienced professional with 30 years of experience in assisting organizations in building successful security programs and responding to cyberattacks. He currently serves as the Vice President of Security at Resultant. Prior to this, he held key leadership positions with Rapid7, Optiv, Verizon Business, and the PCI Security Standards Council. Jeff is also the founder of Pondurance, a startup security consulting and managed services business. He has a vast experience in developing risk management programs and building security operations centers for major corporations, retailers, hospitals, and financial services organizations.

Jeff Foresman is an experienced professional with 30 years of experience in assisting organizations in building successful security programs and responding to cyberattacks. He currently serves as the Vice President of Security at Resultant. Prior to ... Show more