Let’s get one thing straight: Binod is not a motivational speaker. He hates the label—and for good reason. Those talks? Big on hype, light on substance. Binod’s keynotes are the opposite: sharp, practical, and packed with hard truths your audience needs to hear.

His style? Think real-world experience meets no-nonsense advice, with a shot of humor and adventure. Whether he’s tackling leadership, career pivots, or personal growth, Binod delivers insights that stick—and push people to act.

Binod brings serious credibility. He’s held leadership roles at KPMG, EY, and Nakheel, where he helped raise the world’s largest convertible Islamic bond. Later, he co-founded Genesis, a financial training firm he scaled and sold to Kaplan, a $2 billion global powerhouse.

He’s a Chartered Accountant, a CFA charterholder, and holds a Level 7 Coaching & Mentoring qualification from ILM. He’s also the author of Let’s Get Real: 42 Tips for the Stuck Manager, and a regular guest on Bloomberg and CNBC.

But Binod’s not all business. He’s a hardcore adventurer who’s summited 13 mountains across three continents (including Kilimanjaro and Elbrus), cycled punishing routes like Manali to Leh (463 km), and completed multiple marathons. His personal grit shows up in every talk.

What makes him different? He simplifies the complex, keeps it real, and leaves audiences fired up to make meaningful changes. No fluff. No clichés. Just impact.

Bottom line: If you’re after a keynote speaker who challenges, connects, and delivers practical value—Binod Shankar is your guy.

Let’s get one thing straight: Binod is not a motivational speaker. He hates the label—and for good reason. Those talks? Big on hype, light on substance. Binod’s keynotes are the opposite: sharp, practical, and packed with hard truths your audience ne... Show more

Ken is a Staff DevOps Architect on the FastTrack team at GitHub. He is a 4-time Microsoft Azure MVP and a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and he was both an ALM | DevOps Ranger and a member of the Microsoft Azure Advisors. Ken is a frequent community speaker and has appeared at GitHub Universe, VSLive!, DevOps World, SQLSaturday, All Day DevOps, Global Azure, and TAG DevOps panels. When not speaking or coding, Ken enjoys playing multiple instruments and composing.

Ken is a Staff DevOps Architect on the FastTrack team at GitHub. He is a 4-time Microsoft Azure MVP and a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and he was both an ALM | DevOps Ranger and a member of the Microsoft Azure Advisors. Ken is a frequent community sp... 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

James Philips is a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect with Microsoft and the former Chief Information Officer at Rev.io. With over 25 years of experience in both large, complex organizations and fast-growing SMB environments. Spending a majority of that time being responsible for overall systems architecture, performance, database management, data migration, analytics and long-term technology strategy to ensure its system performs optimally to meet evolving client needs.

In total, James has managed and led teams in database administration and application development at over a dozen companies, while also managing his own independent consulting engagements on several occasions.

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Tombé dans la marmite agile en 2012, j'ai été Scrum Master, Scrum Master à l'échelle, leader d'une communauté de pratiques de Scrum Master, puis Coach Agile, responsable du Centre Agile d'Informatique Banque Populaire, et Lead Coach Agile sur un pôle métier.
J'ai activement participé à l'accompagnement de la transformation en mode produit d'informatique Banque Populaire en accompagnant les managers et leurs équipes à tirer partie de l'agilité pour améliorer leurs performances et la qualité.
Aujourd'hui, au sein du Groupement U, je contribue fortement à la mise en place de la transformation agile, humaine et technologique.

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Pauline is a Staff Engineer at Agicap, a booming European fintech, with 11 years of experience in software development. She is a specialist in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and is passionate about software architecture, with a particular devotion to Domain-Driven Design (DDD). Pauline holds a degree in computer engineering and excels in leading teams and sharing her passion and knowledge through engaging talks. She is a seasoned speaker, having presented at numerous international conferences, including twice at DDD Europe. When she's not crafting code, you'll find her exploring the great outdoors with her loyal dog.

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At my best navigating at the intersection of technology and business. As a former multi-year Microsoft MVP, more than connected with technology to generate value for the business. As Security Technical Specialist at Microsoft, I'm helping local and regional governments strengthen their security posture with the aim making the Dutch society more cyber resilient. Lead by example. Learning over knowing. Make the complex simple.

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Founder of Shadowland Consulting. In January 2015 decided to permanently leave Poland and discover new worlds. Actually settled in Hucknall (The Last home of The Byron Family). Community leader focused on SQL Server, SharePoint, security, collaboration and ITIL, DR, BCM, and SLA.

Love licensing stuff. Microsoft Certified Trainer, freelancer, and consultant. Subject Matter Expert at Microsoft. Member of Microsoft Terminology Community, Friends of RedGate PLUS, PASS, ISSA, ACM and several communities in the world. Since 1st July 2010 Data Platform MVP.

Former President of the Polish SQL Server User Group. Creator of SQL DAY Conference and Conference CEO 2009-2011. Co-Leader of PASS East Midlands Group. Speaker at group meetings and conferences. STEM Ambassador. After hours cyclist, traveller, and photographer. Coffee Addicted.

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Manuel Ernesto is Developer Lead of Electronic Application and Channels at Standard Bank Angola, where He leads a team of developers to create innovative internet and mobile solutions for the banking sector. He has over nine years of experience in Android and server-side development with Kotlin and Java.

He is passionate about developing apps and systems that solve daily problems and improve the lives of users. Likewise, he is also active in the Android and Kotlin community, organizing and participating in Android and Kotlin meetups, mentoring aspiring developers, and writing articles. His goals are to share knowledge and expertise with others and to continue to learn and grow as a developer.

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I worked in the last 20 years with Microsoft technologies, contributing to solid .NET applications in the financial industry and ERP.
Last 10 years I worked with Microsoft’s version of ERP for small businesses, also known as Business Central and its precursor Dynamics NAV.
My community contributions are an attempt to help those that, just like me, searched and found solutions online or at conferences.

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Ola Hallengren is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and the creator of the "SQL Server Maintenance Solution".

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Mabuhay! I'm Doher Drizzle Pablo, or simply Drizzle. As a speaker with a heart and a genuine ability to empathize, I stand out in connecting with audiences. My unique name mirrors a distinct personality that permeates everything I undertake. With nearly 15 years of experience in the IT domain, I stand as a young achiever with a deep specialization in cloud technology and business transformation.

My versatility extends across various facets of an organization, encompassing marketing, pre-sales, sales, customer service, operations, and beyond. I thrive in project management, holding notable certifications including PMP, Scrum Master, LEAN Six Sigma, and expertise in Microsoft solutions like Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, Azure, Data and AI.

Proudly carrying the banner of an Atenean, Isabelina, and a Bicolana, I hold my heritage in high esteem. My passion lies in Microsoft Business Applications, Data & AI, where I strive to lead successful digital & AI transformations. Beyond expertise, I bring a speaker's heart, always empathizing and stepping into the audience's shoes. Let's collaborate for the success of your organization and individuals, leveraging the power of Microsoft's solutions and my heartfelt approach!

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Skilled at transforming outdated mobile stacks into stable, scalable ecosystems by identifying architectural bottlenecks, reducing long-term delivery risk, and aligning engineering decisions with product strategy.

Experienced in delivering user-centric, high-performance mobile applications across fintech, banking, e-commerce, and govtech sectors.

Collaborates with distributed teams across the USA, Africa, Asia, and LATAM to drive resilient mobile architectures and data-informed modernization initiatives.

Additionally, provides mentorship to developers seeking to strengthen technical communication, career positioning, and mobile engineering practices.

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Electronic Engineer from Javeriana University with postgraduate studies in Finance and Business Intelligence. She holds a Master’s in IT and Telecom Management from ICESI and is currently completing her thesis for a Master’s in Statistics at Universidad Nacional. With over 5 years of experience in teaching, infrastructure solutions, BI development, and more than 4 years in data science, she brings a strong interdisciplinary background to AI and analytics.

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Since 2016, Shreelekha has been with NCR Corporation (now NCR Voyix/Candescent), progressing through increasingly strategic roles. From 2019 to the present, she has served as a Digital Banking QA Delivery/Client Services Manager, leading QA teams for Digital Banking platforms (D3 Banking). In this role, she drives end-to-end quality delivery, including defect triage, test planning, System Integration Testing (SIT), End-to-End (E2E) testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) execution, while partnering closely with stakeholders throughout the delivery lifecycle. From 2016 to 2019, she focused on Advanced Store/Retail Domain QA & Release Management, overseeing quality frameworks for point-of-sale and retail technology solutions.
Earlier in her career, Shreelekha held strategic leadership positions across multiple organizations and industries. She worked at Tech Mahindra Americas supporting Verizon Telematics as a Senior Project Manager–Testing, managing quality frameworks for connected vehicle and telematics platforms. She also served as a QA Manager at Carter’s/OshKosh, directing quality assurance for retail e-commerce and omnichannel systems, and as a Project Manager–QA at Genuine Parts Company, establishing quality governance for automotive parts distribution and supply chain systems. Her experience includes roles at IBM supporting TD Bank and PNC Bank as a Senior Project Manager–QA, implementing enterprise banking quality frameworks, as well as work at Satyam/Mahindra Satyam as a QA Manager/Business Analyst delivering quality solutions for global clients such as KPN Telecom (Netherlands), Swisscom (Switzerland), and Janssen Pharma.
Shreelekha holds a Master of Computer Applications from Madurai Kamaraj University and a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Madras. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and also holds credentials including EXIN DevOps Master, Salesforce.com Certified Administrator, and Oracle Certified Siebel 7.7 Business Analyst.

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Audrey Long is a Gaming Cloud Security Architect at Microsoft apart of the Microsoft Gaming Security team. With a keen eye for creating secure coding solutions and performing comprehensive security risk assessments, Audrey excels in threat modeling and evaluating security in architecture. Her expertise extends to implementing robust security practices that safeguard digital landscapes.
Passionate about making security accessible, Audrey is dedicated to empowering software engineers and inspiring girls to pursue careers in STEM. She holds a DoD secret clearance and a Master of Science degree in Cyber Security from Johns Hopkins. Additionally, Audrey is a proud ambassador for Google's Women Techmakers program, championing diversity and inclusion in tech.
As an international speaker, Audrey has shared her insights and expertise at conferences and events around the world, inspiring audiences with her knowledge and passion for cybersecurity.

Audrey Long is a Gaming Cloud Security Architect at Microsoft apart of the Microsoft Gaming Security team. With a keen eye for creating secure coding solutions and performing comprehensive security risk assessments, Audrey excels in threat modeling a... Show more

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

Carol Livingston brings more than 25 years of financial and accounting leadership experience, spanning roles from Controller to CFO. She later transitioned into the ERP ecosystem as a consultant, project manager, and Director of Professional Services, leading successful implementation teams across multiple Microsoft partners.

Carol holds a BS in Accounting from Seattle Pacific University, is a Washington State CPA (inactive), and is a Microsoft Certified Professional. She has also served as a frequent speaker, panelist, volunteer and sponsor at Microsoft user conferences. She is the host of ISV Talks Podcast for the last four years.

Today, she is the President of Dynamics Connections LLC, where she delivers ISV education and resources within the Microsoft Dynamics and Acumatica communities.

Carol Livingston brings more than 25 years of financial and accounting leadership experience, spanning roles from Controller to CFO. She later transitioned into the ERP ecosystem as a consultant, project manager, and Director of Professional Services... Show more

Passionate and dedicated to achieving great solutions in Dynamics 365

Passionate and dedicated to achieving great solutions in Dynamics 365 Show more

People & Communications Manager at Netgen, a Croatian web development agency, with a strong background in PR, internal communication, and strategic consulting. Currently focused on organisational growth, personal development programs, feedback culture, and employer branding.
Previously worked as a consultant for clients in the finance, pharmaceutical, IT, and energy sectors, leading projects in creative concept development, digital communication strategies, CSR, risk management, and event organisation. Passionate about building authentic communication and cultures where people and business grow together.

People & Communications Manager at Netgen, a Croatian web development agency, with a strong background in PR, internal communication, and strategic consulting. Currently focused on organisational growth, personal development programs, feedback cultur... Show more

John Rajasekaran Annamalai is a seasoned CRM technologist and enterprise solutions architect with extensive experience spanning customer relationship management platforms, systems integration, and large-scale application delivery. With a strong background in both Siebel and Salesforce ecosystems, John has spent his career enabling digital transformation across sectors such as public administration, healthcare, telecommunications, and finance.
Currently serving as a CRM Administrator Lead and Senior Siebel Consultant at the New York City Housing Authority, John is instrumental in overseeing Salesforce and Siebel implementations for critical housing litigation systems used by municipal departments. He is responsible for environment setup, system migrations, deployment pipelines, and performance optimization while also leading development and production support efforts. His work in enhancing user interfaces, developing robust workflows, and integrating with Oracle Fusion has significantly improved operational efficiency and service delivery.
Over the years, John has played pivotal roles in diverse engagements including the modernization of healthcare exchanges, deployment of telecom billing platforms, and integration of financial services applications. His technical breadth covers Siebel Open UI, EAI, EIM, Web Services, BI Publisher, and custom development, coupled with a hands-on approach to configuration, scripting, and troubleshooting. John’s ability to manage both technical detail and enterprise-level system architecture has made him a trusted point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
John has also led release management and support functions for organizations such as United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, and multiple state and city agencies. His work has involved requirement gathering, impact analysis, technical documentation, and the delivery of tailored CRM solutions aligned with dynamic business needs. He has consistently demonstrated leadership in defect management, release coordination, and the mentoring of global development teams.
In addition to his professional experience, John holds certifications in Salesforce Administration and Development as well as advanced credentials in Siebel from Oracle University. His commitment to innovation and quality has been recognized through multiple awards from clients and peers, reflecting his dedication to excellence and team success.
John combines technical mastery with strategic foresight, enabling organizations to optimize their customer-facing operations while maintaining robust, scalable, and compliant CRM infrastructures.

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My background involves working on process orchestration engines and facilitating their adoption in enterprise environments.

Currently, my work focuses on the technical intersection of BPMN and Generative AI, exploring how structured workflows can govern autonomous agents

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Expert in building secure, AI-driven mobile apps with modern principles and so on.

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Sr Cloud Architect | AWS Community Builder | AWS New Voices Speaker

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Asha is an Analytics Engineer at Bloom Value, working in the US healthcare space with over 2 years of experience in the Azure data ecosystem. She’s passionate about integrating AI and LLMs into everyday workflows to make work faster, smarter and sometimes just more fun.
She enjoys building solutions that automate “10-minute tasks” (even if it takes her 10 hours to perfect them). When shes not geeking out over data, Asha is a technical blogger, content creator, and speaker who belives knowldege multiplies when shared. She’s also an advocate for inclusive tech communities and an active ally supporting women in tech

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Heikki is an Expert Lead Developer at OP Financial Group working with OP's internal Development Portal based on Spotify's Backstage.

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