Matthew J Smith has built a professional path centered on investment leadership and operational experience across the energy, power, and data center industries. With nearly twenty years of work, he has developed a practical understanding of how financial strategy connects to real-world performance. His background includes responsibilities in both hedge funds and public companies, allowing him to approach decisions with balance and clarity. Through every stage, he has focused on steady progress and responsible management.

He started his career as an analyst, where he gained valuable experience in studying companies, assets, and market cycles. In these early roles, he learned how to evaluate financial data, forecast potential results, and assess business risks. Those lessons shaped his careful and structured way of thinking about investments. His time in these positions provided him with the tools to interpret economic patterns and enhance his ability to make informed, disciplined decisions in complex environments.

Matthew advanced into senior research and portfolio management roles within established investment firms. His work focused on the industrial and energy sectors, where changing market trends demanded thoughtful analysis. By concentrating on the relationships between cyclical and long-term market forces, he refined an approach that valued consistent research and sound judgment. His contributions supported institutional portfolios managing significant assets, where he maintained an emphasis on careful evaluation, long-term focus, and risk control in rapidly evolving markets.

He carried those principles into his own firm when he founded Deep Basin Capital. As Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer, he created a strategy that combined detailed industry analysis with teamwork and structured processes. Matthew led efforts in recruiting, technology development, and investment execution, prioritizing investor trust at every step. Under his guidance, the firm grew and ultimately completed its operations successfully, reflecting his commitment to disciplined leadership and long-term value creation.

He later extended his experience into the public company space, serving as both a board member and Chief Financial Officer for a merchant power and data center operator. In this capacity, he managed financial reporting, operational planning, and asset oversight during a period of organizational challenge. His steady leadership supported financial recovery, strategic development, and a sale that provided strong results for stakeholders. The experience strengthened his understanding of governance and operational responsibility.

Matthew J Smith continues to value community involvement alongside professional work. He founded a food drive that helps families in need and has sustained the initiative over several years with consistent local support. Outside of his career, he enjoys sports, outdoor activities, and creative projects that balance his demanding professional life. His outlook combines financial understanding, operational discipline, and a genuine commitment to steady improvement. He remains focused on making meaningful contributions to both his field and the community.

Matthew J Smith has built a professional path centered on investment leadership and operational experience across the energy, power, and data center industries. With nearly twenty years of work, he has developed a practical understanding of how finan... Show more

Ram Ghadiyaram is a seasoned Data Analytics & AI professional, mentor, and innovator with over 20 years of extensive software engineering experience in Big Data, Analytics, and Fintech. He has led major data initiatives at global financial institutions, consistently delivering transformative solutions that harness the power of large-scale data processing. Ram’s technical acumen is highlighted by his recognition as an Apache Spark , Scala Gold Badge award, reflecting his deep expertise in distributed computing and high-performance analytics. He also holds multiple gold badges on Stack Overflow, underscoring his commitment to technical excellence and community-driven knowledge sharing. Driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation, Ram continues to shape the future of Data engineering and AI in the financial sector and beyond.

Ram Ghadiyaram is a seasoned Data Analytics & AI professional, mentor, and innovator with over 20 years of extensive software engineering experience in Big Data, Analytics, and Fintech. He has led major data initiatives at global financial institutio... Show more

Experto en transformación personal. Consultor estratégico en cultura organizacional. Master Training en Liderazgo, Coach de Vida, certificado por MB CONSULTORES-MEXICO, Coach Profesional Ontológico, Coach Organizacional, y Mentor con certificación internacional por FICEO-Federación Internacional de Consultores y Entrenadores organizacionales.

Administrador Financiero de la Universidad UFPS, Especialista en Gerencia de Mercadeo de la Universidad Autónoma UNAULA.

Experto en transformación personal. Consultor estratégico en cultura organizacional. Master Training en Liderazgo, Coach de Vida, certificado por MB CONSULTORES-MEXICO, Coach Profesional Ontológico, Coach Organizacional, y Mentor con certificación in... Show more

Josh Burgess is a FinTech founder and accomplished software engineer in EdTech who combines cutting-edge technical expertise with strategic entrepreneurial acumen to architect solutions. As the Founder and CEO of Mudget, Josh is pioneering an AI-powered bookkeeping and expense-tracking platform that empowers individuals to achieve financial control through data-driven insights and positive psychology.

With expertise spanning full-stack development, cloud architecture, and machine learning, Josh holds AWS certifications in Solutions Architecture, Development, and Machine Learning and more. His got-to tech-stack encompasses Golang, TypeScript, Python, Rust, AWS, Kubernetes, and React. Currently pursuing a Master's in Software Engineering from Penn State while drawing upon his Business Administration foundation from the University of Pittsburgh, Josh represents the intersection of academic rigor and real-world application. As a graduate of a startup accelerator program, he brings proven entrepreneurial methodology to the challenge of bridging complex technical innovations with transformative consumer experiences.

Josh has delivered compelling insights on expert panels about leveraging artificial intelligence to catalyze business growth and drive disruptive innovation. His authoritative perspective stems from intensive hands-on experience architecting AI-powered products that elegantly solve complex everyday challenges in FinTech and EdTech. Through Mudget, he exemplifies how sophisticated development practices and intelligent AI implementation can democratize financial tools for consumers.

Josh Burgess is a FinTech founder and accomplished software engineer in EdTech who combines cutting-edge technical expertise with strategic entrepreneurial acumen to architect solutions. As the Founder and CEO of Mudget, Josh is pioneering an AI-powe... Show more

Shadab Hussain is a global technology leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence , Blockchain, and Quantum Computing. As a Lead Engineer at MathCo, he spearheads innovations in Engineering and Generative AI, delivering transformative solutions that shape the future of enterprise technology.

He is the Co-founder of Quantum Computing India and previously served as a Developer Advocate at the London Stock Exchange Group, where he bridged advanced engineering with real-world application across global developer ecosystems. Recognized as a Google Developer Expert for AI/ML (GenAI) and an AWS Community Builder, Shadab also holds certifications in AWS Machine Learning Specialty and Google Cloud Machine Learning Engineering.

A TEDx speaker and active contributor to the Davos Digital Council, Shadab operates at the intersection of emerging technologies, policy, and innovation strategy. He has presented at premier global platforms including the Data Engineering Summit, Quantum Innovation Summit, Google Developer Groups (GDG), and AWS events, where he actively champions AI governance, workforce development, and national innovation ecosystems.

An accomplished author and researcher, Shadab is the co-author of a book on Quantum Computing in Finance, merging academic insight with practical execution. Through ongoing mentorship, technical workshops, and hackathon leadership, he plays a pivotal role in addressing the global AI & Quantum talent gap—particularly in the United States—and advancing the responsible deployment of frontier technologies.

Shadab Hussain is a global technology leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence , Blockchain, and Quantum Computing. As a Lead Engineer at MathCo, he spearheads innovations in Engineering and Generative AI, delivering transformative solution... Show more

Natalie Cook is the founder of Finance Fight Club, an Outsourced CFO & Financial Services firm dedicated to empowering small business owners with financial clarity and strategic guidance. With extensive experience in financial management, Natalie has guided over 50 small businesses to transform their operations, achieve sustainable profitability, and build confidence in their financial decisions. Specializing in cash flow optimization, strategic planning, and due diligence for business transactions, she brings a unique blend of expertise and accessibility to her work.

A passionate speaker and educator, Natalie is known for breaking down complex financial concepts into practical, actionable insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Her recent engagements include workshops like the Small Business KPI Workshop and live sessions on cash flow management. As a trusted advisor, she helps business owners move beyond gut feelings to data-driven decisions.

Natalie is committed to making finance approachable, often drawing from her deep industry knowledge across professional services, construction, SaaS, and manufacturing. Outside of her professional life, she is dedicated to supporting small business communities and fostering financial literacy.

Natalie Cook is the founder of Finance Fight Club, an Outsourced CFO & Financial Services firm dedicated to empowering small business owners with financial clarity and strategic guidance. With extensive experience in financial management, Natalie has... Show more

Problem obsessed for +15 years, Grant's path to product started in traditional advertising before spending the last dozen years shaping digital products from startup to enterprise. Grant operates as Banking Strategist and Head Coach of Product Management for Ippon USA, a technology consultancy that supports digital transformation, data & cloud modernization and organizational change management. Recently Grant finds passion coaching regional & community banks on data & AI strategy.

Favorite successes -
1) taking a 2-sided market startup redesign from seed round to multi-million Series A;
2) reducing a community bank's account opening by more than 300% that helped support more than $1B in new assets; and
3) playing a leading role in a F500 bank's deployment and rollout of custom agent servicing app for +1500 agents.

Problem obsessed for +15 years, Grant's path to product started in traditional advertising before spending the last dozen years shaping digital products from startup to enterprise. Grant operates as Banking Strategist and Head Coach of Product Manage... Show more

Jhonathan David Shaikh is a remarkable professional making an impressive industry impact in banking & finance, healthcare, trade & exports and education. JD started his career in banking furthered his education by earning a Masters degree in Business Administration with a major in finance and global markets from the prestigious School of Business at Tulane University as well as becoming a Data Scientist from the New York School of Data Flatiron. Jhonathan completed a 15 year career track. In 2017, he became a Global Lead in Data Digital Transformation, and later an Executive Manager in Data Models & Database Reviews, at a global firm based New York City -He has research and published business applications of data sciences and AI in major media outlets. Today he is Chief Data Strategist for Xabios Data, a data analytics| business intelligence and data science firm optimizing businesses.

Notably, JD was featured on an international article for Grant Thornton International in Data Monetization. Hi research reached more than 15,000 followers - He has spoken at more than 13 conferences in the USA and LATAM- He founded a non-profit in LATAM that helps limited-resources entrepreneurs with micro-lending and educational resources. These recognitions, along with his Top 5 Awards in Leadership reflect his dedication and impact in industry and to people.

Jhon enjoyes being called to speak at the National and International Conferences to speak about real world experiences in the world of AI , Data Analytics & Data Science. Highlights include: the State of Mexico Business Association, in Mexico City, the Data Science Panels at the S&P 500 Building in Wall street for Data Science Salon, and at the The University of Houston College of Technology. Jhonathan makes complex topics, easy to understand to non-technical audiences, and makes technical audiences understand the world and language of business.

Experience for yourself as Jhonathan speaks to businesses leaders, management groups, professionals, scientist and students about real world applications of data sciences, from real life experiences. As he speaks the language of business and science, learned through his management of global teams in real-life projects, working with the leadership of top institutions, he shares his previous and ongoing client business experiences and what's happening in the world of data science.

His expertise topics include themes around : Data Science in a Business Context, Project Experiences, Data Modeling, and Financial Education.

Jhonathan David Shaikh is a remarkable professional making an impressive industry impact in banking & finance, healthcare, trade & exports and education. JD started his career in banking furthered his education by earning a Masters degree in Busines... Show more

Edwin Kwan is a DevSecOps advocate and strong believer in having a developer focused approach towards embedding security into the software development life cycle. Trained as a software engineer, he transitioned into security 9 years ago and now heads up the application security and security advisory teams at an Australian financial services company.

Edwin Kwan is a DevSecOps advocate and strong believer in having a developer focused approach towards embedding security into the software development life cycle. Trained as a software engineer, he transitioned into security 9 years ago and now heads... Show more

The Introduction
I am a Principal Full Stack Engineer with over 15 years of experience, passionate about building and modernizing applications for the cloud. My expertise lies in architecting scalable systems using Java, microservices with Spring Boot, and creating dynamic user interfaces with Angular. I have a proven track record of leading successful enterprise application migrations to AWS and Azure, and I am eager to share practical, hands-on knowledge on full-stack development and cloud transformation strategies.

The Enterprise Experience
Currently I lead high-impact projects involving the full technology stack, from Java and Spring Boot microservices to modern Angular. My professional journey is built on a foundation of roles at leading financial institutions including JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, and Capital One. In these positions, I have been at the forefront of large-scale application modernization, cloud transformation, and the integration of AI to optimize complex enterprise systems.

Leadership & Innovation Focus
Beyond hands-on coding and architecture, I actively mentor development teams and champion technical innovation through microservices and cloud-native design. A key area of my work involves integrating AI/ML capabilities into enterprise applications to enhance efficiency, automation, and security. My experience in modernizing legacy systems and building secure, scalable infrastructures directly intersects with critical industry themes like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

The Speaker Proposition
I would be honored to share actionable insights from my journey particularly in AI-augmented software engineering, cloud security best practices, and building scalable enterprise architecture. I am keen to contribute to meaningful, forward-looking discussions with fellow industry experts and researchers at your esteemed conference.

The Introduction I am a Principal Full Stack Engineer with over 15 years of experience, passionate about building and modernizing applications for the cloud. My expertise lies in architecting scalable systems using Java, microservices with Spring Bo... Show more

Shivani Chaudhary is an AI Data professional at Kensho Technologies, S&P Global’s artificial intelligence innovation hub, where she works at the intersection of advanced data systems, large language models, and capital markets workflows. She specializes in designing and evaluating AI pipelines that operate on complex, unstructured financial data, with a focus on reliability, data architecture, and real-world deployment constraints.

Prior to transitioning into AI, Shivani worked as an investment banking professional advising on M&A, capital raises, and strategic transactions across healthcare, technology, and business services. Her experience on live deals informs her applied research and technical work, particularly in areas such as diligence automation, document intelligence, entity resolution, and financial data governance.

Shivani’s work bridges finance and artificial intelligence, reframing common AI failures in capital markets as data systems problems rather than purely modeling limitations. She is interested in how institutional AI can be made economically reliable, auditable, and decision-grade at scale. Her perspectives draw from hands-on banking experience, enterprise AI deployment, and emerging research in financial NLP and data infrastructure.

Shivani Chaudhary is an AI Data professional at Kensho Technologies, S&P Global’s artificial intelligence innovation hub, where she works at the intersection of advanced data systems, large language models, and capital markets workflows. She speciali... Show more

Nataliia Petryshak is an experienced Product Manager and Business Analyst with over 13 years of experience across diverse industries, including IT product development, SME banking, and financial analysis. Her adaptable approach has allowed her to excel in various project phases, from initial concept to successful launch, in both startup and corporate environments. Has BA resource management and educational initiatives leadership experience. Currently pursuing an MBA in Technology Management (TUHH, Hamburg, Germany), Nataliia is passionate about leveraging data-driven insights, fostering cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing, and driving innovation across different domains.

I am a true detective at heart, with a passion for uncovering real needs and solving complex problems. As a trainer, lecturer, and mentor, I’ve shared my expertise in Business Analysis and Product Management, supporting Women in Tech globally and mentoring Ukrainian scientists through the Seeds of Bravery project.

In my professional life, I try to focus on sustainable leadership,ethical innovation and AI, demonstrating how technology can be leveraged responsibly to deliver real-world, impactful solutions.

Nataliia Petryshak is an experienced Product Manager and Business Analyst with over 13 years of experience across diverse industries, including IT product development, SME banking, and financial analysis. Her adaptable approach has allowed her to exc... Show more

I'm a Threat Hunter working for the US Custodian Bank State Street.

When I'm not at my day job, I tinker with my home lab, my NixOS config, or read Sci Fi novels.

I'm a Threat Hunter working for the US Custodian Bank State Street. When I'm not at my day job, I tinker with my home lab, my NixOS config, or read Sci Fi novels. Show more

Highly skilled Data Scientist & Full Stack Developer with extensive industry experience (3+ years) in analyzing complex datasets, developing innovative data models, and generating actionable insights. Proven track record of implementing effective data-driven strategies to drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency.

Highly skilled Data Scientist & Full Stack Developer with extensive industry experience (3+ years) in analyzing complex datasets, developing innovative data models, and generating actionable insights. Proven track record of implementing effective dat... Show more

Soy un apasionado de la tecnología y un speaker que disfruta convertir ideas complejas en conceptos claros, prácticos y cercanos. Mis charlas se enfocan en IA aplicada, agentes de IA, prototipado rápido con LLMs, analítica y transformación digital desde una perspectiva técnico–humana.

Cuento con más de 18 años de experiencia como software engineer, liderando proyectos en sectores como banca, retail, emprendimiento y gobierno. A lo largo de mi carrera me he especializado en traducir necesidades de negocio en soluciones tecnológicas de alto impacto, conectando estrategia, producto y ejecución técnica.

Mi enfoque integra análisis de datos, diseño y desarrollo de soluciones de machine learning, y la aplicación práctica de IA generativa para optimizar procesos, acelerar prototipos y potenciar la toma de decisiones. Disfruto compartir experiencias reales, buenas prácticas y metodologías accionables que permitan a profesionales y organizaciones adoptar inteligencia artificial de manera ágil, responsable y efectiva.

Soy un apasionado de la tecnología y un speaker que disfruta convertir ideas complejas en conceptos claros, prácticos y cercanos. Mis charlas se enfocan en IA aplicada, agentes de IA, prototipado rápido con LLMs, analítica y transformación digital de... Show more

Specializing in building and directing high-performing design organizations for global giants like Google and Amazon.

I leverage AI to transform both how we design (accelerating workflows) and what we design (intelligent features), driving operational efficiency and delivering commercial impact across FinTech, AdTech, and E-commerce.

Currently UX Manager at Google. Previously Head of UX Research & Design at Credit Suisse.

Specializing in building and directing high-performing design organizations for global giants like Google and Amazon. I leverage AI to transform both how we design (accelerating workflows) and what we design (intelligent features), driving operati... Show more

Junaid Ayomide is a fintech compliance and risk professional with a strong legal foundation and hands-on experience across regulated financial services and high-growth technology environments. Trained in law and holding an LL.B from the University of Lagos, she brings a legal-first mindset to modern compliance challenges, combining statutory interpretation with practical execution.

Her experience spans AML and CTF controls, fraud detection, sanctions investigations, chargebacks, enhanced due diligence, and regulatory reporting. Ayomide has worked on complex transaction reviews, high-risk customer assessments, and sanctions screening aligned with international frameworks, while also contributing to audit readiness and compliance process improvements through automation and operational optimization.

As a speaker, Ayomide focuses on how legal principles translate into real-world compliance decisions within tech-driven organizations. She is particularly interested in bridging the gap between compliance, engineering, and product teams to build defensible, scalable systems without slowing innovation.

Junaid Ayomide is a fintech compliance and risk professional with a strong legal foundation and hands-on experience across regulated financial services and high-growth technology environments. Trained in law and holding an LL.B from the University of... Show more

Saurabh Yergattikar is an Engineering Leader at eBay with over a ~14 Years of experience building large-scale backend platforms and mission-critical financial and commerce systems. His work spans distributed systems, AI infrastructure, cybersecurity, and developer productivity, with a strong focus on building reliable, high-impact backend and platform solutions used at enterprise scale.

Beyond his role at eBay, Saurabh is an active open-source innovator and contributor in the AI and security ecosystem. He leads and contributes to multiple open-source initiatives focused on secure AI infrastructure, Model Context Protocol (MCP) security, and developer tooling frameworks that improve how engineering teams analyze, secure, and scale modern software systems.

He regularly serves as a judge, reviewer, and mentor for global startup showcases, hackathons, and technical communities, and collaborates with industry experts across open-source, cybersecurity, and AI ecosystems. His work emphasizes practical security, real-world AI system design, and high-leverage developer productivity.

As a speaker, Saurabh presents on topics including AI system architecture, secure open-source frameworks, backend scalability, developer tooling, and emerging risks in modern AI and cloud platforms—bridging deep engineering with real-world industry application.

Saurabh Yergattikar is an Engineering Leader at eBay with over a ~14 Years of experience building large-scale backend platforms and mission-critical financial and commerce systems. His work spans distributed systems, AI infrastructure, cybersecurity,... Show more

Nina Grygorenko is Product Owner for Sales and Services in Digital Corporate Bank at Deutsche Bank with over 9 years of experience in the financial industry.
A seasoned professional in Business Analysis and Product development, Nina Grygorenko embarked on her career as as an intern in Operational Risk Management in Deutsche Bank and transitioned last year in Digital Corporate Bank, leading Sales & Services product development as IT PO in multicultural team.

Nina Grygorenko is Product Owner for Sales and Services in Digital Corporate Bank at Deutsche Bank with over 9 years of experience in the financial industry. A seasoned professional in Business Analysis and Product development, Nina Grygorenko emba... Show more

Ritish Chugh is an analytics and data science leader with over a decade of experience designing and scaling data, AI, and decision-support systems in complex, regulated, and high-impact environments. His work focuses on operational analytics, semantic metric layers, data governance, and AI-enabled decision systems—particularly where data quality, trust, and automation directly influence executive decisions and regulatory outcomes. He has led and advised initiatives spanning finance, risk, compliance, and global operations, translating large-scale data into systems that are relied upon by senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Ritish is an active contributor to the professional analytics community through speaking engagements, peer review, and published practitioner and industry articles. He regularly collaborates with researchers and practitioners to bridge theory and real-world implementation, with a particular interest in conversational analytics, metric integrity, and AI adoption at scale. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and an active member of INFORMS and other professional societies, and he enjoys contributing to forums that emphasize rigor, practical impact, and responsible AI deployment.

Ritish Chugh is an analytics and data science leader with over a decade of experience designing and scaling data, AI, and decision-support systems in complex, regulated, and high-impact environments. His work focuses on operational analytics, semanti... Show more

Thelma is a Senior Product Designer and aspiring Tech Operator with a reputation for solving hard problems in high-stakes environments. Her expertise lies in translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences.

Her career spans the African FinTech landscape, including work with Flutterwave and Chipper Cash, where she focused on product growth and user retention. Beyond FinTech, Thelma has carved a niche in technical consulting for complex systems. She served as a design consultant for Apple, redesigning legacy applications for battery engineers, and collaborated with Verizon R&D (in partnership with Nvidia) on the user experience for AI infrastructure in media.

Passionate about the future of tech, she recently returned to the classroom to teach AI in secondary schools and is authoring a book on Artificial Intelligence for teenagers. She is currently documenting her career pivot from craft-focused design to operational leadership.

Thelma is a Senior Product Designer and aspiring Tech Operator with a reputation for solving hard problems in high-stakes environments. Her expertise lies in translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences. Her career sp... Show more

I’m a Distinguished Full-Stack & AI Platform Architect within Enterprise Architecture at a leading financial services firm (TD Bank). I set the strategy, standards, and platforms that power predictive and generative AI across lines of business, then I review and approve solution architectures to ensure they’re secure, compliant, performant, and cost-effective at scale.

I design and govern the full stack: data and feature pipelines, vector/feature stores, model registries, retrieval pipelines, prompt & policy orchestration, evaluation harnesses, observability, and CI/CD for ML/LLM (MLOps/LLMOps) on hybrid cloud/Kubernetes. My mandate: turn high-value use cases into production systems with clear ROI while meeting model risk, security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.

What I do:

Lead enterprise AI platform strategy, reference architectures, and reusable patterns (RAG, fine-tuning, agentic workflows).

Chair/approve AI solution designs; codify guardrails (governance, lineage, access, PII/PCI, Responsible AI) and SLOs for latency, resiliency, and cost.

Stand up shared services—prompt management, evaluation & red-teaming, policy enforcement, and FinOps for AI/compute.

Partner with business, risk, and tech leaders to accelerate delivery from PoC to production.

Prior impact (select)

Built an offshore GenAI practice from 0→45+ in a year to support a $50M+ portfolio for a top software client; delivered custom RAG copilots, synthetic data pipelines, and domain model fine-tuning integrated with enterprise systems.

9+ years in conversational AI & contact center automation, delivering at scale with technologies like Microsoft Bot Framework, Copilot Studio/PVA, and M365 Copilot.

Focus areas
RAG architectures • LLMOps/MLOps • Vector databases • Model lifecycle & MRM • Guardrails & policy orchestration • Evaluation & red-teaming • Data products • Cost/performance engineering • Hybrid cloud/K8s • Observability & lineage • Regulatory compliance • Secure SDLC for AI

I’m passionate about building high-performing, diverse teams and scaling AI responsibly, so the business moves faster with confidence. If you’re shaping enterprise AI platforms or bringing complex use cases to production, let’s connect.

I’m a Distinguished Full-Stack & AI Platform Architect within Enterprise Architecture at a leading financial services firm (TD Bank). I set the strategy, standards, and platforms that power predictive and generative AI across lines of business, then ... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

Results-driven technology professional with experience across hospitality tech, SaaS product engineering, and enterprise financial systems. I thrive in complex environments where solving operational challenges and building scalable, reliable systems drives real business impact.

My career began in hospitality technology, where I progressed from integrating global clients onto a SaaS platform to owning the product lifecycle and delivering high-impact features at scale. I supported deployments across 1,100+ properties in diverse markets and led a 27-member team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - all while enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency.

Today, I’m a Production Engineer at Bank of America, supporting the Enterprise Risk & Finance Technology organization. My work focuses on the stability, resilience, and continuous improvement of mission-critical systems that power risk, finance, and regulatory functions at enterprise scale.

I’m most energized at the intersection of technology and business strategy - where reliability, scale, and user impact come together. I value ownership, continuous learning, and delivering outcomes that matter.

Open to connecting with professionals across technology, product, data, and financial systems.

Results-driven technology professional with experience across hospitality tech, SaaS product engineering, and enterprise financial systems. I thrive in complex environments where solving operational challenges and building scalable, reliable systems ... Show more

Francesco is a seasoned entrepreneur, CEO of the Contextual-based vulnerability management platform from code to cloud Phoenix Security, author of several books, host of multi-award Cyber Security & Cloud Podcast, speaker known in the cybersecurity industry and recognized for his visionary views. He is on the UK&I Cloud Security Alliance Chapter board and is a professor at IANS on application security and cloud security. Previously, Francesco headed HSBC's application and cloud security and was a Senior Security Consultant at AWS. Francesco has been keynoting at global conferences and has authored and co-authored several books and whitepapers; outside of work, you can find me running marathons, snowboarding on the Italian slopes, and enjoying single malt whiskeys in one of my favourite London clubs.

Francesco is a seasoned entrepreneur, CEO of the Contextual-based vulnerability management platform from code to cloud Phoenix Security, author of several books, host of multi-award Cyber Security & Cloud Podcast, speaker known in the cybersecurity i... Show more

I’m Sergei Nasibian, a Quantitative Strategist at Rothesay, where I’ve developed a comprehensive risk calculation framework that powers the analytics used for hedging our market exposure. Prior to this, I worked as a Senior Analyst at Yandex Eats, where I helped build the pricing model from scratch and supported the company’s expansion into new geographies. I started my career as a Data Scientist at McKinsey, working on a wide range of analytical problems in both private and public sectors. With a strong foundation in mathematics from Lomonosov Moscow State University, I specialize in leveraging graph-based computation, real-time analytics, and system-level experimentation to solve complex challenges across finance, business, and technology.

I’m Sergei Nasibian, a Quantitative Strategist at Rothesay, where I’ve developed a comprehensive risk calculation framework that powers the analytics used for hedging our market exposure. Prior to this, I worked as a Senior Analyst at Yandex Eats, wh... Show more

João Paulo é Assessor no Banco do Brasil, com 25 anos de experiência e atuação estratégica na Diretoria de Controles Internos.
Especialista em governança e compliance, dedica-se há oito anos à transformação de processos críticos, conduzindo iniciativas que unem rigor regulatório, inovação e inteligência de dados.
Com certificações em Business Intelligence, Analytics e Inteligência Artificial, desenvolve soluções avançadas para otimizar processos e apoiar decisões estratégicas.
Fora do ambiente corporativo, é um aprendiz permanente de idiomas e um viajante apaixonado por novas culturas.

João Paulo é Assessor no Banco do Brasil, com 25 anos de experiência e atuação estratégica na Diretoria de Controles Internos. Especialista em governança e compliance, dedica-se há oito anos à transformação de processos críticos, conduzindo iniciati... Show more

As a Digitalisation Expert within the Finance sector, my background spans over 6 years of dedicated experience in data analysis and visualization. Specializing in the development of user-friendly, visually engaging dashboards, my focus lies in enabling businesses to derive data-informed decisions. Proficiency extends to the utilization of essential tools like Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, and SQL, integral to my role in executing BI projects while adhering to agile and scrum methodologies. Proficiently operating both autonomously and as part of collaborative teams, my aim is to ensure optimal efficiency in project outcomes.

As a Digitalisation Expert within the Finance sector, my background spans over 6 years of dedicated experience in data analysis and visualization. Specializing in the development of user-friendly, visually engaging dashboards, my focus lies in enabli... Show more

With a career spanning more than 25 years, Jonna Keller has become a trusted figure in wealth management as the Managing Partner and Owner of First Security Investment Inc. (FSI), a Sarasota, Florida-based financial services firm. FSI focuses on helping families protect and grow their wealth through tailored financial strategies involving insurance, estate planning, and portfolio management. Her approach prioritizes understanding each client’s goals, market conditions, and risk appetite over offering financial products.

Keller’s dedication to her clients runs deep. She always puts their best interests above commission-driven transactions or fees. This commitment has allowed her to cultivate long-lasting relationships based on transparency and trust. Clients rely on her for unbiased advice to secure their financial futures.

Serving primarily high-net-worth individuals, Keller offers an independent viewpoint on wealth management. She emphasizes education and mentorship, guiding clients through complex financial decisions with personalized plans shaped by her extensive investment experience. Her style is clear, direct, and free of hidden agendas.

A significant aspect of Keller’s expertise is family wealth planning. Jonna Keller helps clients design strategies that protect assets and enable smooth wealth transfer across generations. This involves tools such as asset protection trusts, wills, estate distribution plans, and tax-deferred insurance policies. Her plans also account for unexpected life events and long-term care, ensuring clients are prepared for a range of possibilities.

Tax reduction planning is a key component of FSI's services. Keller and her team work proactively to minimize tax burdens during clients’ working years and into retirement. This includes balancing capital gains and losses, advising on the timing of withdrawals from retirement accounts such as 401(k)s and IRAs, and helping clients manage tax brackets through long-term versus short-term capital gains strategies.

Retirement income planning is another critical area in which Keller provides tailored solutions. She assesses each client’s financial picture to develop reliable cash flow distribution plans. These strategies typically combine passive and active income streams, savings plans, and asset management tailored to individual needs.

Estate planning support is crucial for many of Keller’s clients, who often have diversified portfolios that include investments, real estate, and cash. She assists families in valuing their estates accurately and developing strategies to distribute assets efficiently while minimizing tax impacts.

Keller holds professional designations, including Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®), in addition to Series 7, 63, and 65 securities registrations. She has served as Chair of the Women’s Leadership Council and received accolades, including the AssetMark National Community Inspiration Award.

Beyond her professional work, Keller is deeply engaged in philanthropy. She volunteers extensively with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County and has been recognized for her dedication. She also contributes to fundraising efforts for arts and education nonprofits such as the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and the Sarasota Pops Orchestra.

Outside her career and volunteer efforts, Jonna Keller enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling, maintaining an active lifestyle, and cooking with fresh local ingredients. Her life reflects a commitment to integrity, thoughtful financial planning, and meaningful community involvement.

With a career spanning more than 25 years, Jonna Keller has become a trusted figure in wealth management as the Managing Partner and Owner of First Security Investment Inc. (FSI), a Sarasota, Florida-based financial services firm. FSI focuses on help... Show more

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I’m Cyril Uket, a passionate builder with over 8 years of experience in software development. I specialize in creating innovative, scalable solutions that solve real-world challenges. I’m currently the Co-founder of MYAZA, a fintech company on a m... Show more