Ana Luiza Primo is a Site Reliability Engineer at B2B Soft, one of most important telco and finantial transaction companies in US, where she drives observability adoption across teams. Over 7+ years in banking, payments and a U.S. telecom, she has been on call, built monitoring with Kubernetes, Prometheus and OpenTelemetry, and is AWS and FinOps certified. An active community member, she speaks at tech events, writes articles and mentors engineers breaking into SRE.

Ana Luiza Primo is a Site Reliability Engineer at B2B Soft, one of most important telco and finantial transaction companies in US, where she drives observability adoption across teams. Over 7+ years in banking, payments and a U.S. telecom, she has b... Show more

Matt Fenner is a finance and operations executive with more than 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and investors build scalable, high-value businesses. He currently serves as COO of Caplin Ventures, a Jacksonville, Florida investment firm managing 10 operating companies and 20+ passive investments across healthcare staffing, technology, engineering, and professional sports.

Matt is available to speak on topics including: M&A strategy and execution, financial management for growth-stage companies, building and exiting micro-cap businesses, private investment strategy, and operational leadership in diversified portfolios. He holds an MBA in Finance and a BBA in Accounting from the University of North Florida.

Matt Fenner is a finance and operations executive with more than 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and investors build scalable, high-value businesses. He currently serves as COO of Caplin Ventures, a Jacksonville, Florida investment firm ... Show more

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative Risk.

He focuses on "translating" complex regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, GDPR, ISO 42001) into actionable architectures for engineering and business teams. Unlike traditional compliance officers, Hernan advocates for data-driven risk management, moving beyond "heatmaps" to utilize Monte Carlo simulations, convolution models, and Python-based risk quantification.

Hernan has led Risk, Control, and Audit functions for major multinational corporations across Europe and the Americas. He writes and speaks extensively on Adversarial AI, Algorithmic Auditing, and the financial quantification of Cyber Risk. Past keynote venues include Risk Awareness Conferences (>2,000 risk managers), IIA and ISACA Summits, ProcureCom Europe, IKN Madrid, IE University, and closed-door sessions for international organizations and national regulators. Hernan’s talks consistently rank in the top 5% of conference feedback scores because he makes complex security requirements, business needs and regulations feel like a competitive advantage.

Speaking Topics:

AI Governance: Implementing ISO 42001 and navigating the EU AI Act.
Risk Quantification: Why "Impact x Probability" fails and how to use convolution models.
Adversarial AI: Balancing transparency with security to prevent data poisoning.
AI ROI: Risk-adjusted financial modeling for Generative AI deployments.
AI Architecture: Decision-making and planning on how to plan AI developments.

Ready-to-Submit Talk Proposals:

Session 1: The Technical/Quant Talk

Title: Kill the Heatmap: Quantifying AI Risk with Python & Monte Carlo Simulations
Abstract: Most organizations manage AI risk using colorful 5x5 "heatmaps." This is mathematically flawed and dangerous for high-stakes AI deployment. In this talk, we will ditch the gut-check methodology. I will demonstrate how to use convolution and Monte Carlo simulations to model the "tail risk" of AI hallucinations and regulatory fines. You will leave with a method to calculate the actual financial exposure of your models—no expensive GRC software required, just math and logic.

Session 2: The Governance/Security Talk

Title: The Transparency Trap: How to Audit AI Without Creating Vulnerabilities
Abstract: New standards like ISO/IEC 12792 demand AI transparency, but in the age of Adversarial Machine Learning, "oversharing" is a security vector. If you reveal your full architecture and training sources, you invite data poisoning and model inversion attacks. This session outlines a "Tiered Disclosure Architecture." We will discuss how to route specific data to auditors, regulators, and users differently, ensuring compliance with the EU AI Act without handing the keys to bad actors.

Session 3: The Business/Strategy Talk

Title: The Real Cost of Intelligence: A Risk-Adjusted Framework for AI ROI
Abstract: Companies are deploying Generative AI based on productivity hype, but they are ignoring the "OpEx Iceberg"—model drift, inference costs, and liability reserves. This talk presents a financial framework for calculating the true ROI of AI. We will cover how to factor in the "Risk Delta" (new risks vs. automated risks), calculate the Levelized Cost of AI (LCOAI), and determine when to build vs. buy based on process uniqueness. A session for leaders who need to justify the cloud bill to the CFO.

Hernan Huwyler is a Global Risk Management Executive and the Academic Director at IE Law and Business School (Executive Education). With a dual background as an MBA and CPA, Hernan specializes in the intersection of Law, Technology, and Quantitative ... Show more

Business Architect, Financial Services | Trusted AI for Banking, Custody & Insurance | Offerings, Client Relationships, Practice Growth | FINOS Ambassador | Speaker & Author, The Little Book of AI Clarity.

Business Architect, Financial Services | Trusted AI for Banking, Custody & Insurance | Offerings, Client Relationships, Practice Growth | FINOS Ambassador | Speaker & Author, The Little Book of AI Clarity. Show more

Amanda Chestnut, JD, founded Money Mastery LLC to help small-business owners understand how their books, taxes, and decisions fit together. Based in southeastern North Carolina, she helps owners uncover problems, anticipate tax consequences, and make informed choices while there is still time to act. She understands that behind those decisions are families, livelihoods, and people carrying more responsibility than others often see.

An Accredited Business Accountant through the National Society of Accountants and an elite-level Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor, Amanda brings more than 20 years of experience. Her bachelor’s degree in social psychology informs her approach: useful advice starts with understanding the person who needs to use it.

Amanda is rethinking how an accounting firm operates, using her own practice as a testing ground for AI. She is building systems that take on reviews, track documents, and support communication, while questioning which processes and software still earn their place. She generously shares what she learns with fellow accountants. Her purpose is to create space for the work that requires human attention: sound judgment, difficult conversations, and helping someone feel understood enough to ask the next question.

A Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce Emerging Entrepreneur Award recipient and NC Project LEAD Entrepreneur Innovator Award nominee, Amanda is a Reframe Society Leader and certified in Exactly What to Say for Accountants.

Amanda Chestnut, JD, founded Money Mastery LLC to help small-business owners understand how their books, taxes, and decisions fit together. Based in southeastern North Carolina, she helps owners uncover problems, anticipate tax consequences, and make... Show more

Wielfrid BONG MAYI est Trader indépendant et entrepreneur digital, actif dans l’écosystème Bitcoin et des monnaies numériques depuis plusieurs années. Fondateur de Trombon Digital Center (TDC), il développe des solutions numériques et accompagne les acteurs africains dans leur transformation. Fort de 6+ ans d’expérience, il s’engage dans le partage des connaissances pour favoriser la compréhension du Bitcoin, du numérique et contribuer à l’innovation économique du continent.

Wielfrid BONG MAYI est Trader indépendant et entrepreneur digital, actif dans l’écosystème Bitcoin et des monnaies numériques depuis plusieurs années. Fondateur de Trombon Digital Center (TDC), il développe des solutions numériques et accompagne les ... Show more

Charles Mfouapon is the Founder of AfriScore, a B2B alternative-data credit scoring and decisioning infrastructure platform built to extend credit access to unbanked populations across Sub-Saharan Africa and the CEMAC region. His work sits at the intersection of law, quantitative finance, and financial infrastructure design in emerging markets.

His research focuses on regulatory and market-structure gaps in CEMAC’s financial system. He has authored four papers, including a working paper on the exclusion of mobile money operators as credit data furnishers under BEAC regulation and an analysis of the CEMAC SME financing gap currently under review at African Development Review; three of his papers are available on SSRN. He has also authored a book on African financial infrastructure.

Charles Mfouapon is the Founder of AfriScore, a B2B alternative-data credit scoring and decisioning infrastructure platform built to extend credit access to unbanked populations across Sub-Saharan Africa and the CEMAC region. His work sits at the int... Show more

Rashi Agrawal is the Head of Agentic AI at Hinge Health, where she leads the strategic engineering of high-stakes AI systems within complex regulatory landscapes. By expertly navigating the rigorous requirements of clinical safety, HIPAA, and global regulations, she ensures that disruptive technology remains both secure and compliant. Focused on the pioneer side of generative technology, Rashi is architecting "state-of-the-art" frameworks for Agentic AI that move beyond simple automation to solve critical member problems and drive dramatic business growth.

Formerly the Head of AI at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech in Green Energy, Rashi spearheaded enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimized everything from complex loan processing to customer engagement while managing a complex cross functional global portfolio. With a unique blend of holistic vision and deep technical expertise, she has a proven track record of developing intelligent decision-making systems and risk assessment platforms that deliver measurable business value through Generative and Agentic AI.

Earlier in her career, Rashi led engineering teams at Yahoo, where she transformed early-stage technical challenges into massive growth engines for their multi billion-dollar advertising business. Her approach is defined by a commitment to technical innovation grounded in strategic business transformation, ensuring that AI serves as a competitive moat rather than just a technical layer.

Beyond the office, Rashi is a global explorer who has traveled to over 45 countries, bringing a diverse, international perspective to her leadership. She is an active thought leader in the Engineering Leadership and AI community. An Indian immigrant with a Master’s in Computer Science from San Jose State University, an alumna of Stanford Graduate School of Business Executive Education program, she is also the founder of Women In Tech AI (WIT AI), a community dedicated to empowering and elevating women leaders in the artificial intelligence space.

Rashi Agrawal is the Head of Agentic AI at Hinge Health, where she leads the strategic engineering of high-stakes AI systems within complex regulatory landscapes. By expertly navigating the rigorous requirements of clinical safety, HIPAA, and global ... Show more

Ahmad Alsharif is a Cloud Architect and a Google Cloud Authorized Trainer. He specializes in Application modernization, Kubernetes, and enterprise AI, driving the design and implementation of cloud environments and AI products for complex highly-regulated financial workloads. He also leads the Google Developer Group Amman, actively advocating for Cloud-native technologies.

Ahmad Alsharif is a Cloud Architect and a Google Cloud Authorized Trainer. He specializes in Application modernization, Kubernetes, and enterprise AI, driving the design and implementation of cloud environments and AI products for complex highly-regu... Show more

"Ram Brij is a Senior Engineering Manager with over 17 years of experience leading the design and delivery of secure, scalable, cloud-native systems within the financial services industry. He specializes in distributed systems, microservices architecture, payments infrastructure, fraud prevention platforms, and compliance-driven enterprise solutions.

Throughout his career, Ram has spearheaded the development and modernization of mission-critical platforms including credit card authorization systems, fraud detection services, secure API ecosystems, and high-throughput transaction processing infrastructures. His work also includes building EMVCo-certified Access Control Server (ACS) platforms for 3-D Secure authentication used in modern digital payment ecosystems.

Ram has extensive experience implementing modern engineering practices such as cloud-native development, CI/CD automation, continuous testing, observability-driven quality engineering, and platform engineering. He is particularly passionate about improving developer productivity, engineering reliability, and software delivery confidence through strong DevOps and quality engineering practices.

Recently, Ram spoke at STAR EAST 2026 and at Capital One’s internal engineering conference, where he shared insights on modern quality engineering, continuous delivery strategies, and the evolving role of AI in software testing.

Currently, Ram is actively focused on advancing Agentic AI contributions within quality engineering ecosystems — exploring how autonomous test agents can be designed, orchestrated, and integrated into CI/CD pipelines to improve testing intelligence, deployment confidence, and engineering productivity in modern software delivery environments.

He is also the inventor of a fluent-style log redaction wrapper currently under patent review, designed to strengthen secure logging practices without compromising developer ergonomics. In parallel, he is exploring a second patent focused on Integration Testing-as-a-Service (ITaaS) — a platform-driven approach for validating multi-service interactions across complex distributed architectures.

Ram is an active Senior Member of IEEE and a contributor to the broader technology community, volunteering as a reviewer for IEEE conferences and technical publications. His talks are known for blending deep technical insights with practical real-world implementation lessons, making him a compelling speaker for engineering, developer, quality engineering, DevOps, and architect audiences alike."

"Ram Brij is a Senior Engineering Manager with over 17 years of experience leading the design and delivery of secure, scalable, cloud-native systems within the financial services industry. He specializes in distributed systems, microservices architec... Show more

Brendon Falconer is a senior financial executive with more than two decades of experience in banking, analytics, treasury, and corporate finance. He has built his professional reputation on a disciplined, data-driven approach and a steady, collaborative executive style. His work centers on transforming complex financial data into practical insights that guide operational execution and long-term strategy.

Over the years, Brendon’s responsibilities have included financial reporting, asset and liability management, analytics, mergers and acquisitions, and enterprise-level performance strategy. He has consistently focused on strengthening institutions through careful planning, strong governance, and measurable outcomes. Alongside institutional results, he has placed importance on mentoring teams and building internal capabilities that support sustainable growth.

Brendon Falconer was raised in York, Pennsylvania, where he developed an early commitment to both academics and athletics. As a competitive track and field athlete, he gained discipline, focus, and resilience. At the same time, he pursued technical and business-centered academics that shaped his interest in finance. He later earned an accounting degree from Kent State University and completed an MBA at Indiana State University. His formal education in management, strategy, and organizational leadership provided a solid base for his advancement in the banking industry.

Technically, Brendon has developed expertise in financial accounting, asset and liability management, management reporting, and data analytics. His analytical background includes econometric modeling, ACL development, and stress testing frameworks. He also has experience in credit analysis, financial modeling, investment portfolio oversight, and the design of hedging and derivatives strategies. His approach emphasizes clarity, consistency, and thoughtful risk assessment.

In February 2014, Brendon became senior vice president at Old National Bank, where he led management reporting and data analytics. In that role, he oversaw enterprise financial, operational, and credit reporting while advancing the bank’s analytical capabilities. He later transitioned to treasurer in September 2016, taking responsibility for liquidity, capital planning, market risk sensitivity, investment portfolio oversight, and treasury operations. During this period, he contributed to the development of centralized pricing frameworks and enhanced market risk analysis.

Since May 2019, he has served as Old National Bank's senior executive vice president and chief financial officer. His leadership responsibilities include financial accounting, reporting, tax, treasury, data analytics, management reporting, facilities, procurement, and oversight of finance teams across the organization. Under his financial leadership, Old National Bank expanded significantly, surpassing $46 billion in combined assets and completing the acquisition of a $20 billion Chicago bank. His role in supporting this growth reflected disciplined planning and strategic coordination.

Beyond his executive work, Brendon Falconer has contributed to industry dialogue as a speaker at the “Acquired or Be Acquired” banking conference in both 2022 and 2023. His discussions addressed core banking system selection after mergers and the growing importance of enhanced credit analytics in performance and risk management.

Outside of finance, athletics remains an important part of his life. He placed third in the decathlon at the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships and competed in the 2000 Olympic Trials. He also remains active in community initiatives, supporting nonprofit and educational organizations and serving in financial advisory roles.

Brendon Falconer is a senior financial executive with more than two decades of experience in banking, analytics, treasury, and corporate finance. He has built his professional reputation on a disciplined, data-driven approach and a steady, collaborat... Show more

Ayush Agrawal is the Founder of Kuberzo, a wealth firm focused on mutual funds and goal-based investing, with a vision to make investing simpler and more accessible for Indian investors.

With experience across banking and asset management, Ayush has developed a practical understanding of how individuals approach money, investing, and long-term financial decisions.

At Kuberzo, he is building a technology-driven wealth platform that combines financial awareness, goal-based planning, and digital investing to help investors make more informed decisions about their money.

Ayush is passionate about personal finance, investing, wealth creation, financial awareness, and the changing investment behaviour of young Indians. As a speaker, he focuses on making financial concepts simple, practical, and relevant to everyday life.

Ayush Agrawal is the Founder of Kuberzo, a wealth firm focused on mutual funds and goal-based investing, with a vision to make investing simpler and more accessible for Indian investors. With experience across banking and asset management, Ayush h... Show more

Joyjit Roy is a recognized leader in AI, Machine Learning, and Information Technology, with expertise in cloud-native platforms and large-scale digital systems. With over two decades of experience in the IT industry, he has led digital transformation initiatives across insurance, financial services, and global eCommerce sectors, including Fortune 500 companies.

His research interests focus on enterprise AI systems, Agentic AI architectures, intelligent automation, and distributed cloud platforms supporting production-scale digital ecosystems. Roy contributes to the community through research, peer review, mentorship, and technical leadership.

He frequently speaks at AI, distributed systems, and enterprise technology transformation conferences and summits.

Joyjit Roy is a recognized leader in AI, Machine Learning, and Information Technology, with expertise in cloud-native platforms and large-scale digital systems. With over two decades of experience in the IT industry, he has led digital transformation... Show more

Edwige is an accomplished technologist deeply committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM* (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). She holds a BSc in mathematics and an MSc in Computer Science from the University Lyon 1 (France), with a FinTech oriented educational background. With years of experience in various roles, including mobile development and banking applications, Edwige has navigated through many technologies and business domains. Since joining Swissquote in 2012, she has contributed to technical stacks and software delivery across multiple domains and layers, from Banking operations to Trading Systems Management. Her unwavering dedication to excellence, best practices and innovative perspective earned her a promotion to Vice Director in 2022, where she now oversees Methodologies, Program Management and Tech Talent teams within Software Engineering.
Despite her many accomplishments, Edwige remains eager to learn from others. She actively contributed to many talks, in Switzerland, or at International for Women In Tech or Lead Dev track!

Edwige is an accomplished technologist deeply committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM* (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). She holds a BSc in mathematics and an MSc in Computer Science from the University Lyon 1 (France... Show more

Barry has spent over 25 years in the tech industry; from developer to solution architect, business transformation manager to IT Director, and CTO of a £100m FinTech company. In 2020 Barry's passion for data and analytics led him to gain an MSc in Artificial Intelligence and Applications.

He is happiest when he's at a whiteboard sketching out a process, architecture, roadmap or solving a problem. He's got a gift for taking complex ideas and presenting them in a way that technical and non-technical audiences can grok. He has a passion for simplifying the complex, and helping organisations use technology to transform and amplify their impact.

Barry has spent over 25 years in the tech industry; from developer to solution architect, business transformation manager to IT Director, and CTO of a £100m FinTech company. In 2020 Barry's passion for data and analytics led him to gain an MSc in Art... Show more

Wade is a CPA who brings 20 years of financial expertise and business management experience to U.S. Transactions Corp.
He was previously with Ernst & Young in San Francisco and later PriceWaterhouseCoopers in Stuttgart, Germany where he was senior engagement manger responsible for the assurance work for IBM, Sony, and several other multinational companies.
He also served as President/General Manager to three early-stage fast growth companies in the life sciences industry. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business with a B.S. in Economics.
U.S. Transactions Corp. was founded in 2009.
We focus on the Microsoft Dynamics space as the only integrated credit card processing solution with built-in connections to 120+ gateways and processors with access to every international currency. See USTPay on Appsource
www.ustranscorp.com/ustpay

Wade is a CPA who brings 20 years of financial expertise and business management experience to U.S. Transactions Corp. He was previously with Ernst & Young in San Francisco and later PriceWaterhouseCoopers in Stuttgart, Germany where he was senior ... Show more

Robert is a talented, energetic, and insightful product-focused speaker focused on helping teams and organizations build great products and align on their best ways of working to build trust and accountability. He has spent 15 years in the IT field with a primary focus on product development, agile framework, and software quality within both startups and enterprise organizations spanning diverse industries including Automotive, Insurance, Finance, Healthcare and the Department of Defense. He currently serves as a Sr Principal Product professional at Discover + Capital One helping build and evolve innovative products to ensure a brighter financial future for their customers. He is a relentlessly optimistic, culture-first leader who unlocks elite performance by developing people, fostering trust, and placing success over ego.

Robert is a talented, energetic, and insightful product-focused speaker focused on helping teams and organizations build great products and align on their best ways of working to build trust and accountability. He has spent 15 years in the IT field w... Show more

Sat Agrawal has an unvarnished commitment to delivering quality results. An avid learner, Sat holds a bachelor’s in computer science from Penn State and remains actively engaged in a wide range of learning resources. He is a Certified Chaos Engineering professional and practitioner, with additional certifications that include CKA, CKAD, and TOGAF. Sat's current focus in service mesh technologies exemplifies his commitment to stay at the forefront of cloud-native technologies.

At Discover Financial Services, Sat combines his diverse knowledge of concepts, practices, and processes with a strong advocacy for automation and efficiency. Tapping native strengths in analytical and communication skills, he enters mentoring and partnering relationships with business users, architects, and stakeholders across the enterprise to help product teams streamline their end-to-end product delivery cycles. A recognized top-level contributor himself, Sat influences engineers to embrace the agile practices that transform the way they work, leading ultimately to the delivery of dynamic, impactful solutions that align with organizational goals.

Sat personalizes his aptitude for leadership through his attendance and speaking at conferences and local meetups and by conducting hands-on proofs-of-concept. Participating in LinkedIn and other industry-leading blogs, he engages in a variety of topics that include DevOps, DevSecOps, and SREs.

Sat Agrawal has an unvarnished commitment to delivering quality results. An avid learner, Sat holds a bachelor’s in computer science from Penn State and remains actively engaged in a wide range of learning resources. He is a Certified Chaos Engineeri... Show more

Jaime is Principal Developer Advocate at Jack Henry where he leads the Developer Relations team working on open banking APIs. He is also a co-host of the More Than Just Code podcast. Jaime often enjoys a nice cup of coffee and conversation on various topics.

Jaime is Principal Developer Advocate at Jack Henry where he leads the Developer Relations team working on open banking APIs. He is also a co-host of the More Than Just Code podcast. Jaime often enjoys a nice cup of coffee and conversation on various... Show more

I am a Cloud Lead/Architect with a strong track record of successfully driven implementations. My experience spans multiple industries working with Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and financial services ERPs.

I am a Cloud Lead/Architect with a strong track record of successfully driven implementations. My experience spans multiple industries working with Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and financial services ERPs. Show more

Aivars Kalvāns is a FinTech developer and spent more than 18 years developing and architecting payment card software for acquiring and issuing, as well as for accounting and utility payments, through mobile phones, ATMs, and POS terminals. At the moment, he is a contractor exploring Foreign Exchange, SWIFT, SEPA, ledgers, and other areas of the FinTech landscape.
The rest of the time is spent smashing with BJJ team Jelgava and participating as a Linux team member for Latvia in Locked Shields.

Aivars Kalvāns is a FinTech developer and spent more than 18 years developing and architecting payment card software for acquiring and issuing, as well as for accounting and utility payments, through mobile phones, ATMs, and POS terminals. At the mom... Show more

When you do things right, no one can be sure you did anything at all (Futurama Season 3)

I specialize in the software no one sees. The high performance, concurrent, real-time, high-reliability systems that enable our way of life. I love software, especially the kind no one notices.

My software fights fraud, and drives tractors. I've baked solar cells, made escalators more efficient, optimized fantasy sports and my software helps airplanes land safely.

I've improved data center efficiency, and implemented risk-management microservices for high-performance payment systems behind Zelle.

When you do things right, no one can be sure you did anything at all (Futurama Season 3) I specialize in the software no one sees. The high performance, concurrent, real-time, high-reliability systems that enable our way of life. I love software,... Show more

With a background in "Data Analytics for Business and Finance" and currently pursuing a Master's degree in "Finance", I explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, data-driven decision-making and society.

My main speaking focus is AI and Justice, a topic through which I examine the ethical, social and legal challenges raised by increasingly intelligent technologies. I'm particularly interested in how AI shapes decisions, affects people and challenges our understanding of fairness, accountability and responsibility.

Beyond the technology itself, I believe in the importance of making complex topics accessible, encouraging critical thinking and creating meaningful conversations between different perspectives. Through public speaking and my involvement in STEM and AI education, I aim to connect technical innovation with its real-world implications.

With a background in "Data Analytics for Business and Finance" and currently pursuing a Master's degree in "Finance", I explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, data-driven decision-making and society. My main speaking focus is AI and ... Show more

Head de Engenharia de Confiabilidade e Plataforma na Elo, uma das maiores bandeiras de pagamento do Brasil. Lidero a plataforma interna construída sobre o Backstage, unindo developer experience, confiabilidade e governança de engenharia e de IA em um ambiente financeiro regulado.

Head de Engenharia de Confiabilidade e Plataforma na Elo, uma das maiores bandeiras de pagamento do Brasil. Lidero a plataforma interna construída sobre o Backstage, unindo developer experience, confiabilidade e governança de engenharia e de IA em um... Show more

The Wall Street Journal, Reuters and Forbes are among the many outlets that have turned to Brett F. Ewing for his perspective on the markets. He serves as Chief Market Strategist, Senior Financial Advisor and owner of First Franklin Financial Services, an independent wealth management firm in Tallahassee, Florida. Brett Ewing is a Tallahassee native, a third-generation financial planner and a recognized source of economic research and market commentary, with regular appearances in top financial publications and on business news programs at home and abroad. He received his license in 1997, has worked in financial services for close to 30 years, and will celebrate three decades in the industry in January 2027.

For the past 11 years, Brett Ewing has worked with the financial media, and First Franklin has been publishing its economic research for public use since 2011. Beyond the publications already mentioned, he's been quoted by Bloomberg, Barron's, USA Today, the Financial Times, InvestmentNews and MarketWatch. Broadcast audiences have seen or heard him as a guest on CNBC Fast Money, CNBC Europe, CNBC Asia, Fox Business, Schwab Network, Bloomberg Radio, Bloomberg TV, Bloomberg Daybreak, BNN Bloomberg, Reuters TV and Yahoo! Finance.

Market strategy and economic analysis are only part of how he shares his knowledge. Clients and the broader community benefit as well: First Franklin recently wrapped up its Financial Planning Course and keeps producing economic updates and webinars. Brett Ewing is especially passionate about teaching financial planning. He also mentors younger advisors and helps business school students prepare for careers in the field.

With Brett Ewing at the helm, the firm has built up a long list of industry awards. Its first Quantum Leap Award came in 2008, with a second in 2014. First Franklin took home the Top Advisory Firm Award in 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2018, and the firm's first MVP of the Year Award came in 2015. It was recognized as Advisory Branch of the Year in 2020 and again in 2021, then as Top Branch of the Year three years running, in 2023, 2024 and 2025.

He has also been honored personally. Brett Ewing was named Top Advisor of the Year in 2022, 2024 and 2025, standing out among 650 competing offices. In 2024 and 2025, he was also recognized for Top Advisory Services of the Year.

The roots of the firm reach back to 1966, the year George F. Ewing established George F. Ewing Insurance. Its early focus was on life insurance, mutual funds and the management of 401(k) plans. Sun Life of Canada became an affiliate of the agency in 1973, and in 1982 the agency added property and casualty insurance to what it offered clients. The 1998 rebranding to First Franklin Financial Services paid tribute to George's father, Leonard Franklin Ewing, the man known as the "First Franklin."

Brett Ewing made his way back to Tallahassee in 2000 and became part of the firm that same year. He took the reins of its operations in 2008. George retired a year later, in 2009, yet continued at the firm in the position of Comptroller. For more than 50 years now, First Franklin has met the retirement and investment needs of businesses, nonprofits, families and individuals all over North Florida, and Brett Ewing considers it a privilege to guide a grassroots, independent firm with such a strong foundation.

Florida State University awarded Brett Ewing a dual degree in Economics and Finance in December 1994. He continued his studies at the University of Central Florida, completing a Master of Business Administration in December 1996. A year later, in 1997, he was licensed.

Brett Ewing has given his time to Tallahassee organizations throughout his career. His leadership roles include President of the Tallahassee Lions Club from 2004 through 2006, President of the Tallahassee Quarterback Club in 2010, and Chairman of the Tallahassee Young Entrepreneur Organization in 2014. He served on the Children's Home Society Board between 2009 and 2012. At the Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation, he was a member of the Board of Trustees from 2011 through 2013 and an Honorary Trustee from 2014 through 2018, and he has held the title of Life Trustee since 2018.

Much of his volunteer energy has gone toward education. He spent 2014 through 2021 on the Board of Trustees of Holy Comforter Episcopal School, serving as its Treasurer from 2017 through 2019 and its Chairman from 2019 through 2021, and he sat on the school's Finance Committee from 2014 through 2017. Holy Comforter named its endowment after him in the summer of 2021. He was also active at St. John Paul II Catholic High School, where from 2016 through 2020 he was both a School Advisory Council member and the Development and Fundraising Chair. The school honored him as its Principal's Volunteer of the Year for 2017-2018.

Through First Tee, he brings together golf and youth development. Brett Ewing has been Vice President of First Tee of Tallahassee since 2022 and serves on its finance committee, and he's a charter board member of First Tee. He's an enthusiastic supporter of charity golf tournaments, which he sees as a way to build backing for local causes.

First Franklin's charitable reach is broad. Brett Ewing and his team support the American Heart Association, the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee, Independence Landing, the Tallahassee Museum, Pas de Vie Ballet, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Treehouse, AMVETS Post 1776, the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, Refuge House, the Economic Club of Florida, the American Lung Association and Ronald McDonald House. The firm also supports the Tallahassee Quarterback Club, Holy Comforter Episcopal School, the Tallahassee Lions Club and St. John Paul II Catholic High School.

Outside work, Brett Ewing enjoys the hours he spends with his wife and their three daughters. As an empty nester, he places real value on travel and family trips, and he's a passionate golfer. Close to marking 30 years in the industry, he remains dedicated to the values at the core of his career, namely sound planning, clear insight into the economy and service to Tallahassee, the community he calls home.

The Wall Street Journal, Reuters and Forbes are among the many outlets that have turned to Brett F. Ewing for his perspective on the markets. He serves as Chief Market Strategist, Senior Financial Advisor and owner of First Franklin Financial Service... Show more

Kiran Kumar Reddy Pamuru is a seasoned data technology professional with over 20 years of comprehensive experience spanning database management, business intelligence, and cloud-based data engineering solutions. Currently serving as an Application Engineer and Finance Analyst at Google since April 2021, Kiran manages critical internal sales compensation applications handling over $1 billion in annual payouts for more than 9,000 sales representatives.
With 13+ years of specialized expertise in SQL Server development and administration across versions 2005-2016, Kiran has mastered complex T-SQL development, query optimization, and performance tuning. His database proficiency extends to advanced design concepts including normalization, star and snowflake schema modeling, and comprehensive database administration encompassing security management, backup strategies, and high availability implementations.
Kiran's business intelligence expertise spans 8+ years with the Microsoft BI stack, including extensive experience in SSIS for ETL package development, SSRS for interactive reporting, and SSAS for analytical solutions. His technical versatility includes 3+ years of NoSQL ETL development and 9+ years of Google Cloud Platform experience with tools like Dremel, F1, and Tenzing.
At Google, Kiran has demonstrated exceptional capability in developing enterprise-scale financial systems, implementing order-to-compensation traceability tools, and creating sophisticated PLX workflows and dashboards. His work includes integrating Anaplan with Callidus systems to streamline financial planning and forecasting processes, while ensuring strict compliance and data integrity through role-based security implementations.
Prior to Google, Kiran held key positions at Global Logic, NexInfo Solutions, Tata Consultancy Services, and KARVY Consultants, where he led database development projects, managed large-scale data warehousing initiatives, and designed solutions for complex business requirements. His experience includes leading development teams, serving as Scrum Master, and managing multi-terabyte data environments.
Kiran holds a B.Tech in Information Technology from Madras University and combines deep technical expertise with strong business acumen, making him a valuable asset in bridging the gap between complex data technologies and business outcomes. His proven track record in financial systems, compliance management, and large-scale data processing positions him as a leader in modern data engineering and business intelligence solutions.

Kiran Kumar Reddy Pamuru is a seasoned data technology professional with over 20 years of comprehensive experience spanning database management, business intelligence, and cloud-based data engineering solutions. Currently serving as an Application En... Show more

Ramzi Alashabi is a Chapter Lead and data platform expert with deep experience in real-time streaming technologies. He has architected and delivered Kafka and Flink-based solutions spanning analytics, automation, and code-generation systems. At ABN AMRO Bank N.V., he leads real-time data initiatives that emphasize scalability, governance, and practical integration of AI into streaming pipelines. His work focuses on combining deterministic processing with responsibly applied agentic AI to enhance data quality and operational trust

Ramzi Alashabi is a Chapter Lead and data platform expert with deep experience in real-time streaming technologies. He has architected and delivered Kafka and Flink-based solutions spanning analytics, automation, and code-generation systems. At ABN A... Show more

Karin drives the Observability strategy at SimCorp. She has a strong background in Software & Data Engineering, holding a BSc in Data Engineering & Statistics and an MSc in International Business Leadership & Management, plus years as an implementation consultant and as a Risk Analyst at a financial institution in Austria. This gives her a rare vantage point: connecting deep technical insight with business context to drive meaningful outcomes.

Karin drives the Observability strategy at SimCorp. She has a strong background in Software & Data Engineering, holding a BSc in Data Engineering & Statistics and an MSc in International Business Leadership & Management, plus years as an implementati... Show more

Omar spent 20 years as a CPA building and auditing integrated financial models before spending the last six building AI products in Python, Next.js, and Firestore at PMSOX LLC. He holds an MBA and PMP and has a deep background in mathematics and statistics. In the "Can AI Reconstruct a Company?" session, he owns the three-statement engine, the forecast scoring methodology, the governance agents' fiduciary and capital-allocation constraints, and the Item 1A risk-disclosure analysis. He presents the backtest and the reveal.

Omar spent 20 years as a CPA building and auditing integrated financial models before spending the last six building AI products in Python, Next.js, and Firestore at PMSOX LLC. He holds an MBA and PMP and has a deep background in mathematics and stat... Show more

I love technology. I have seen firsthand how access to technology/digital services has transformed a community. My mission is to harness and leverage community social capital to promote financial inclusion.

I am committed to driving the successful adoption and integration of technological solutions that empower traditionally underserved communities. With a solid foundation in Telecommunications Engineering, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and a customer-centric approach to my role.

Currently, I lead the implementation of Kanzu Banking, a core banking platform designed to streamline and enhance the operations of VSLAs, MFIs, and SACCOs. I ensure seamless onboarding, efficient data migration, and exceptional customer service.

Honoured by HiPipo as one of the 2024 “40 Women Under 40” pioneering change in the fintech space in Africa and beyond, my innovative strategies have significantly improved the customer experience and driven a product-led approach within our team.

I love technology. I have seen firsthand how access to technology/digital services has transformed a community. My mission is to harness and leverage community social capital to promote financial inclusion. I am committed to driving the successfu... Show more