Diana López Luna is an accomplished and experienced data professional as well as a first-generation college graduate and queer Mexican daughter of immigrants. In 2021, she made a bold career transition from a low-paying role in academia and broke into the data & analytics field. Through strategic career upskilling, networking, and relentless determination, Diana now has a proven track record in data modeling, business intelligence/dashboard reporting, data quality assurance, mentorship, and team leadership. Diana is also highly proficient in SQL, Looker/LookML, Snowflake, and various other data tools/skills.

Diana has firsthand knowledge of what it takes to break into the data industry without a traditional tech background and is passionate about accelerating the path to a fulfilling career in data and/or tech, particularly for Latinos, first and second-generation immigrants, and women of color. This has led Diana to establish Casa Luna Career & Wealth, which provides career, business, and financial education/coaching services. Diana is also the Founder of the Latinas in Data & Analytics organization, which provides a community space for Latinas in the data industry to connect, inspire, and elevate one another.

Diana López Luna is an accomplished and experienced data professional as well as a first-generation college graduate and queer Mexican daughter of immigrants. In 2021, she made a bold career transition from a low-paying role in academia and broke int... Show more

Itunuoluwa builds data, ML and AI-powered solutions that drive business value. She trained first as a geologist, then pivoted to data science at Deloitte, completed an M.Sc. in Data Science at the University of Calgary, and is now working as a technology consultant at BDO Canada. Her work includes applied ML, data engineering, and LLM deployment with hands-on experience for clients across energy, telecoms, finance, and manufacturing industries.

Itunuoluwa builds data, ML and AI-powered solutions that drive business value. She trained first as a geologist, then pivoted to data science at Deloitte, completed an M.Sc. in Data Science at the University of Calgary, and is now working as a techno... Show more

Rochelle Silveira is an innovation executive focused on backing companies, teams, and ecosystems that drive lasting impact. With 15+ years of experience across fintech, banking, and SaaS, she operates at the intersection of strategy and execution - turning ambitious visions into scalable solutions.
From launching her first technology company at 15 in Brazil to leading high-performing, cross-functional teams across international markets, she has built a career grounded in operational excellence and long-term strategic growth.
Today, she serves as Vice President Sr Business Consultant at JPMorgan Chase in Huntsville, supporting small business owners through the Coaching for Impact program and helping entrepreneurs strengthen their financial foundations, improve operations, access strategic resources, and prepare for sustainable growth.
Deeply committed to strengthening Alabama’s innovation ecosystem, Rochelle also launched the Innovation Map, a statewide initiative designed to increase visibility and connectivity across founders, funders, institutions, and ecosystem builders. Her work centers on empowering leaders, strengthening communities, and building the systems that shape tomorrow’s economy.

Rochelle Silveira is an innovation executive focused on backing companies, teams, and ecosystems that drive lasting impact. With 15+ years of experience across fintech, banking, and SaaS, she operates at the intersection of strategy and execution - t... Show more

0-1 |Turning B2B Fintech Complexity into Clarity | ex + current Amazing PM

0-1 |Turning B2B Fintech Complexity into Clarity | ex + current Amazing PM Show more

I am an Azure Solutions Architect Expert with over 30 years of experience spanning development, architecture, and cloud infrastructure.
My career started with building complex distributed systems in the financial sector, and for the past decade I have focused on Azure, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code.
I am particularly passionate about automation, immutable infrastructure, and building cloud platforms that are predictable, repeatable, and resilient by design.
As a Senior Consultant at Konsulentselskapet Ensō AS, I work at the intersection of development and infrastructure — helping teams modernize safely and sustainably.

I am an Azure Solutions Architect Expert with over 30 years of experience spanning development, architecture, and cloud infrastructure. My career started with building complex distributed systems in the financial sector, and for the past decade I ha... Show more

PhD in Accounting and Finance from Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP), researching the impact of corporate governance distance on cross-border M&A performance, 11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years as CFO at Fumex Tabacalera (American subsidiary), and 4 years as CIO at CdF International(Dutch Company).

Has successfully led 5 cross-border M&A transactions, leveraging Microsoft Business Central (BC) for financial integration, valuation, and post-merger process harmonization. More than 100 ERP implementations in more than 20 countries.

Holds dual Master’s degrees (Management Science – University of Kent, UK, and Accounting – UFBA), an MBA in Corporate Finance (FGV), and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Computer Science (UFBA). Certified PgMP and PMP (PMI). Recognized for natural leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities, with high commitment, structured thinking, and excellent negotiation skills.

PhD in Accounting and Finance from Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP), researching the impact of corporate governance distance on cross-border M&A performance, 11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years as CFO at Fumex Tabacalera (Am... Show more

Jason Paolasini drives RBC’s hybrid cloud strategy, integrating on-prem and public cloud infrastructures using CNCF projects and Kubernetes. As a Kubernetes-first organization and CNCF Silver sponsor, RBC leverages open source frameworks to streamline security and operational efficiency. Jason fosters open source contributions while scaling multi-cluster environments to hundreds of thousands of cores, positioning RBC as a leader in financial cloud infrastructure.

Jason Paolasini drives RBC’s hybrid cloud strategy, integrating on-prem and public cloud infrastructures using CNCF projects and Kubernetes. As a Kubernetes-first organization and CNCF Silver sponsor, RBC leverages open source frameworks to streamlin... Show more

Amol Agade is a VP-level Platform and DevOps Enablement leader with over a decade of experience building and scaling enterprise CI/CD platforms, SRE practices, and AI-driven automation in regulated environments.

His work focuses on applying artificial intelligence to the software delivery lifecycle—including intelligent pipelines, test optimization, predictive failure detection, policy-as-code, and responsible AI governance for production systems.

Amol has led organization-wide DevOps and reliability transformations, enabling teams to ship software faster, safer, and with higher confidence. He regularly shares practical insights through writing and conference talks on modern DevOps, platform engineering, and AI-enabled operations.

✍️ Writing: https://amolagade.medium.com/

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aagade/

Amol Agade is a VP-level Platform and DevOps Enablement leader with over a decade of experience building and scaling enterprise CI/CD platforms, SRE practices, and AI-driven automation in regulated environments. His work focuses on applying artifi... Show more

Deep Patel is a senior data engineering and analytics leader with over a decade of experience designing and scaling large-scale data platforms across fintech and technology organizations. He has led enterprise-critical initiatives spanning executive metrics, real-time analytics, and AI-driven decision systems, helping leadership teams measure ROI, manage risk, and operate with data they can trust. Deep frequently speaks and writes on modern data infrastructure, AI governance, and translating complex systems into clear business outcomes.

Deep Patel is a senior data engineering and analytics leader with over a decade of experience designing and scaling large-scale data platforms across fintech and technology organizations. He has led enterprise-critical initiatives spanning executive ... 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

Samia leads the pre sales and delivery of large scale and complex security projects across a diverse portfolio of financial services clients. Samia is passionate about encouraging people from diverse backgrounds into technology careers. She does this by providing mentoring sessions, guest lectures to university courses and helping to lead D&I initiatives.

Samia leads the pre sales and delivery of large scale and complex security projects across a diverse portfolio of financial services clients. Samia is passionate about encouraging people from diverse backgrounds into technology careers. She does this... Show more

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and Governance. Trough this, he helps clients get more value out of their data.

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and G... Show more

Andersen LLP is an award-winning tax advisory firm with a specialist Web3 tax and accounting team. It offers a range of services, from international token structuring, token incentives, fractional CFO services and back-office financial support for businesses to personal income-tax planning and compliance.

Having advised crypto clients since 2018, Ben is a member of numerous digital asset working groups focussing on tax policy and financial reporting and was awarded Spears' 500 Top Recommended Cryptocurrency Advisor in 2022 & 2024 and City Wealth's Top 50 Professionals in Crypto in 2023.

Ben is a seasoned speaker and contributor for media outlets such as Bloomberg, the FT and Tax Journal, Ben is committed to the furtherance of the UK as a jurisdiction for crypto to thrive.

Andersen LLP is an award-winning tax advisory firm with a specialist Web3 tax and accounting team. It offers a range of services, from international token structuring, token incentives, fractional CFO services and back-office financial support for bu... Show more

I am the CTO of Scott Logic, a growing UK-based software consultancy that tackles challenging software problem. I'm a keen open source advocate, and a frequent personal contributor. I am a board member of FINOS, and chair both the Technical Oversight Committee and the newly-formed AI Readiness Special Interest Group. I've also written numerous industry reports in collaboration with Linux Foundation Research.

I am the CTO of Scott Logic, a growing UK-based software consultancy that tackles challenging software problem. I'm a keen open source advocate, and a frequent personal contributor. I am a board member of FINOS, and chair both the Technical Oversight... Show more

James Mumo Wambua is a financial educator and the founder of Auctoritas Agency, which positions financial-sector leaders across East Africa.

He trained in actuarial science and spent his early career at KCB Bank Group, East Africa's largest bank by assets, working across microfinance and Sharia-compliant retail banking. He now publishes as @mumo_mumo_ to roughly 145,000 African professionals on YouTube and TikTok, covering crypto regulation, stablecoin adoption, and capital formation for African markets. He is a content partner with Binance.

Most of his work involves translating live regulatory change into practical guidance for the people it hits first: cross-border traders settling import invoices, small businesses holding savings in dollars, and retail investors navigating markets with no consumer protection layer. He covered Kenya's Virtual Asset Service Providers Act as it moved through Parliament and tracked how licensing changed user behavior on the ground.

Born in Kenya, based in Atlanta. He works across both markets.

James Mumo Wambua is a financial educator and the founder of Auctoritas Agency, which positions financial-sector leaders across East Africa. He trained in actuarial science and spent his early career at KCB Bank Group, East Africa's largest bank b... Show more

Jasper is a curious, creative and versatile data & visualization expert who loves to tackle data challenges.
He strongly believes in the power and the value of data and will only be satisfied when stories can be told based on the gained insights.
Initially started as a SAS developer but evolved to a seasoned all-round BI profile with proven experience (15y+) on different Business Intelligence platforms. He worked for various financial institutions in Belgium but loves exploring other sectors as well: telecom, public services, retail and healthcare...

Jasper is a curious, creative and versatile data & visualization expert who loves to tackle data challenges. He strongly believes in the power and the value of data and will only be satisfied when stories can be told based on the gained insights. ... Show more

Satheesh Kumar Kumara Chinnaian is a Senior Staff Software Engineer and Solution Architect at PayPal with over 19 years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, distributed systems in the fintech and financial operations space. A proven technologist, he combines deep technical expertise with strategic business acumen to architect platforms that drive financial integrity, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and scalable monetization.
At PayPal, Satheesh has led the design and delivery of multiple mission-critical platforms. He architected the Pricing Solution Architecture, unifying subscription and usage-based monetization ecosystems and accelerating new model deployments. He also designed the Revenue Share Automation Platform, replacing manual reconciliation systems with a unified framework while enhancing partner settlement traceability.
His work on Payment Event Services established PayPal's next-generation, event-driven data platform delivering audited, reconciled payment data for financial reporting. Additionally, Satheesh architected the Strategic Tax, Invoicing & Compliance (STI) platform, enabling real-time VAT and tax calculation across regulated markets while reducing manual reconciliation efforts.
His expertise spans solution and data architecture, microservices design, distributed compute systems, and data governance. He is proficient in Apache Kafka, Spark, Spring Boot, cloud platforms, and various enterprise databases.
Before PayPal, Satheesh worked at Thales Software and CAE Simulation Technologies, where he contributed to aircraft and ground vehicle simulation systems. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Anna University.
Satheesh is passionate about building resilient financial platforms that scale globally while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and data integrity.

Satheesh Kumar Kumara Chinnaian is a Senior Staff Software Engineer and Solution Architect at PayPal with over 19 years of experience designing and delivering large-scale, distributed systems in the fintech and financial operations space. A proven te... Show more

Varsha Vidit Shah is an AI and Enterprise Finance Transformation Architect with over 12 years of experience in designing and delivering automation solutions for global finance and compliance operations. Her work focuses on applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve efficiency, accuracy, and governance across enterprise financial systems.
Currently a Technical Architect at Tata Consultancy Services, Varsha contributes to large-scale finance and compliance transformation initiatives. She has led the design and development of AI-based solutions for areas such as revenue recognition, partner incentive programs, employment tax compliance, and procure-to-pay processes.
Her experience includes building systems for contract intelligence, audit validation, financial exception monitoring, and sustainability reporting across multi-country operations. These solutions have helped reduce manual effort and improve reporting accuracy within enterprise environments.
Varsha has also contributed to enterprise platform development for audit collaboration, policy governance, and financial workflow automation. In addition to her technical work, she supports team development through mentoring and has conducted training sessions on AI technologies.
She holds a Master of Computer Applications from Pune University and has earned Microsoft certifications in Azure Fundamentals, Power Platform Fundamentals, and Fabric Data Engineering.

Varsha Vidit Shah is an AI and Enterprise Finance Transformation Architect with over 12 years of experience in designing and delivering automation solutions for global finance and compliance operations. Her work focuses on applying artificial intelli... Show more

Birjan D. Crispin is a bold, compelling and convciting speaker who looks forward to serving your audience. He currently serves as an econominc development consultant in Indianapolis, IN. From 2023 to 2025, Birjan served in the Indiana House of Representatives as a legislative aide for the House Republican Caucus. In this role, he staffed the Indiana C.H.O.I.C.E. Board and the Commerce, Small Business & Economic Development Committee, contributing to policy development in economic and community-focused areas.

Birjan holds a B.A. in Finance and Political Science from Hope College. He is a graduate of The Heritage Foundation's Leadership Fellowship (as a fiscal and monetary policy fellow), The Leadership Institute's Young Leaders Program, and Indiana Family Institute's Hoosier Leadership Series Class of 2024.

A sought-after voice in public discourse, Birjan is a regular guest on podcasts nationwide and has spoken at conferences across the country. He shares his compelling personal journey—from Orphan to Advocate—while addressing faith-centered formation, legislative initiatives for child and family protection, parental righs, economic & fiscal policy.

Before entering public service, Birjan worked in corporate finance in Chicago, specializing in portfolio risk analysis and business management.
Birjan resides in Anderson, Indiana, with his wife Brooke and their daughter Abigail. The family is deeply engaged in their local community and are active members of Grace Baptist Church in Anderson.

In his personal time, Birjan is a classical violinist and an avid golfer.

Birjan D. Crispin is a bold, compelling and convciting speaker who looks forward to serving your audience. He currently serves as an econominc development consultant in Indianapolis, IN. From 2023 to 2025, Birjan served in the Indiana House of Repres... Show more

Malathi Gundapuneni is a seasoned Software Engineering leader with over 15 years of experience designing and delivering scalable systems across FinTech and Investment Banking domains. Currently serving as Vice President and Engineering Lead for Debt & Equity Capital Markets at Goldman Sachs, she spearheads end-to-end modernization of deal execution workflows, driving operational efficiency and enhancing client experiences.
Throughout her tenure at Goldman Sachs, Malathi has consistently led high-impact initiatives, including architecting a cloud-native document collaboration platform that eliminated legacy infrastructure dependencies and enabled AI-ready content generation. As the Engineering Lead for Deal Link, she revolutionized investment banking execution workflows, reducing deal execution time by 35% through automation and real-time status tracking.
Malathi's technical expertise spans full-stack development, microservices architecture, and cloud-native platforms. She has successfully migrated monolithic systems to modern architectures, implemented event-driven microservices, and integrated AI capabilities to drive business transformation. Her projects consistently demonstrate a balance of technical excellence with strategic vision, ensuring engineering outcomes support evolving business needs.
Prior to Goldman Sachs, Malathi contributed to Basel II regulatory capital reporting at Bank of America as a Systems Engineer, designing ETL pipelines and implementing data validation frameworks that significantly enhanced audit traceability.
A graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago with a Master's in Computer Science and Anna University with a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Malathi consistently achieved academic excellence, graduating top of her class. She remains committed to supporting women in technology through her involvement with Girls Who Code, providing mentorship and technical coaching to aspiring professionals.
Malathi combines hands-on engineering expertise with strategic leadership, delivering impactful, business-aligned solutions through cross-functional collaboration while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within her teams.

Malathi Gundapuneni is a seasoned Software Engineering leader with over 15 years of experience designing and delivering scalable systems across FinTech and Investment Banking domains. Currently serving as Vice President and Engineering Lead for Debt ... Show more

Senior Software Engineer as Mainframe Quality Assurance Engineer/Developer having over 9 years of working experience in Mainframe Technology. Under this technology, have gained proficiency in various aspects like COBOL, JCL, CICS, VSAM, IBM IMS, IBM DB2, Mainframe Automation using REXX/CLIST. I am really passionate about the Mainframe technology as I strongly believe that it forms the base of all the major finance & banking industry and are heavily reliant on it. Just like a tree is as strong as its roots are, similarly in B&F roots are strong owing to Mainframe technology!!! I have had the opportunity to work for different banking giant customers, thus enriching my experience. I am also an enthusiast of the latest AI technologies like GenAI, Prompt Engineering, ML, NLP amongst many. With the mainframe modernization all around us now, combined with the AI capabilities I believe it will be the next big thing in near future! Basically, the best of both the worlds - Mainframe & AI!!!

Senior Software Engineer as Mainframe Quality Assurance Engineer/Developer having over 9 years of working experience in Mainframe Technology. Under this technology, have gained proficiency in various aspects like COBOL, JCL, CICS, VSAM, IBM IMS, IBM ... Show more

Jyothirmai Gurramula is an independent software engineering professional with over 13 years of experience in software development, full-stack engineering, and test automation across the banking and financial services industry. Her expertise includes Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Cloud Computing, RESTful APIs, DevOps practices, and enterprise application development. She has worked extensively with cloud platforms, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, as well as containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Throughout her career, Jyothirmai has contributed to the development and modernization of enterprise applications, digital banking platforms, and service-oriented systems. Her technical experience spans backend development, API integration, cloud-native solutions, automation frameworks, and continuous integration and deployment pipelines. In addition to software engineering, she has mentored team members, supported technical evaluations, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and reliable technology solutions.
Jyothirmai holds certifications including Oracle Certified Professional Java SE Programmer, Oracle Database SQL Fundamentals, Certified Scrum Master, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, and Google Cloud certifications. She is passionate about modern software development practices, cloud technologies, microservices architecture, and software quality engineering.

Jyothirmai Gurramula is an independent software engineering professional with over 13 years of experience in software development, full-stack engineering, and test automation across the banking and financial services industry. Her expertise includes ... Show more

Majd Aldeen Masriah is a Senior Director of Engineering at Geidea with over 15 years of experience in Software Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Transformation.

He has led large-scale technology initiatives across FinTech, PropTech, and government sectors, contributing to platforms and services such as Geidea Payments, Tawakkalna, Saudi Business Center, Sanadak, and Saber.

In addition, throughout the last few years, he has helped organizations build strategies to move from AI-obsessed to AI-driven.

Majd Aldeen Masriah is a Senior Director of Engineering at Geidea with over 15 years of experience in Software Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Transformation. He has led large-scale techn... Show more

Aric serves as the Chief Technologist on Red Hat's Global FSI team, where he helps clients meet their strategic priorities through the use of open source technology. Prior to joining Red Hat, he led large, digital transformation projects at Goldman Sachs’ Investment Management Division and was co-founder/CTO of several FinTechs in equity and FX trading.

Aric serves as the Chief Technologist on Red Hat's Global FSI team, where he helps clients meet their strategic priorities through the use of open source technology. Prior to joining Red Hat, he led large, digital transformation projects at Goldman S... Show more

Seetaram Rayarao is a Vice President and Senior Lead Engineer at JP Morgan Chase with over 18 years of experience driving innovation in cloud computing, AI, and microservices. He leads transformative projects, including the LLM Suite, integrating Generative AI frameworks such as LangChain and LangGraph with enterprise cloud solutions to deliver scalable, AI-driven applications. A Delaware AWS Community Leader (AWS Builder), Seetaram is an invited speaker at the New York AI Summit, where he presented on real-world enterprise adoption of Generative AI and agent-based systems, sharing practical lessons on scaling, governance, and measurable business impact. He is also a speaker at AI4, contributing advanced insights on production-ready AI architectures, RAG systems, and evaluation frameworks used in regulated financial environments.

Seetaram Rayarao is a Vice President and Senior Lead Engineer at JP Morgan Chase with over 18 years of experience driving innovation in cloud computing, AI, and microservices. He leads transformative projects, including the LLM Suite, integrating Gen... Show more

Head of Wealth Planning - SGPB Europe https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederic-valentin-ab313920 | Member of Cercle des Fiscalistes (https://www.lecercledesfiscalistes.com) | Member of the IACF - Institute of Tax Lawyers https://www.iacf.fr | Membre of Estate Planning Skill Group (https://epsg.international/fr/)

Head of Wealth Planning - SGPB Europe https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederic-valentin-ab313920 | Member of Cercle des Fiscalistes (https://www.lecercledesfiscalistes.com) | Member of the IACF - Institute of Tax Lawyers https://www.iacf.fr | Membre of E... Show more

Himanshu Goel is an AI Researcher and Data Scientist with nearly six years of experience building and deploying production-grade AI, machine learning, and Generative AI systems across finance and healthcare. He specializes in Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and document intelligence systems, with a strong focus on reliability, scalability, and real-world constraints.

His work spans the full AI lifecycle, including data analysis, feature engineering, statistical modeling, and the design of end-to-end ML and GenAI pipelines using Python, TensorFlow, LangChain, and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. Himanshu has led and contributed to enterprise solutions involving semantic search, regulatory document analysis, predictive modeling, and AI-powered decision support systems, delivering measurable improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and cost.

Himanshu is an active contributor to the global AI and technology community. He has spoken at AICon 2026, PlatformCon 2026, and GBRC 2026, and is an upcoming speaker at ICMSM 2026, AAIP 2026, and PMI. He is the author of "The Strategic Value of AI-Driven Physical Identity and Access Management: Establishing Cyber Physical Zero Trust in Critical Infrastructure" (IEEE) and "Stop Re-Embedding Everything: A Smarter RAG Architecture for Financial Documents" (VKTR).

Beyond speaking and publishing, Himanshu serves as a Technovation Mentor and Judge, has judged hackathons on Devpost, and has mentored 352+ learners through Great Learning. He has also served as a Session Evaluator at AICon 2026 and as a Peer Reviewer for the FPA and AAIP 2026 conferences.

Through his talks, Himanshu focuses on sharing practical lessons from building AI systems in production, covering architecture decisions, trade-offs, failure modes, and best practices for deploying trustworthy AI solutions in cloud environments.

Himanshu Goel is an AI Researcher and Data Scientist with nearly six years of experience building and deploying production-grade AI, machine learning, and Generative AI systems across finance and healthcare. He specializes in Large Language Models (L... Show more

He is Google Developer Expert in GCP , working as Sr. DevOps Engineer at Lloyds Banking Group .He has previously worked as a cloud engineer at Searce (GCP Premium Partner) He is Google Cloud Champion Innovator in the category of Modern Architecture with CKA + 3X Certified in GCP and 1X in Azure . He has been helping small and mid sized startups to adopt and implement best practices in cloud and DevOps culture to fasten their software delivery process. He loves to integrate various GCP service like networking, compute, storage , containers, GKE etc, and likes to Implement various use cases. He loves to explore and deep dive into GCP services and also help community by creating content and writing medium blogs.

He is Google Developer Expert in GCP , working as Sr. DevOps Engineer at Lloyds Banking Group .He has previously worked as a cloud engineer at Searce (GCP Premium Partner) He is Google Cloud Champion Innovator in the category of Modern Architectur... Show more

Rakesh Jha is an accomplished IT leader and enterprise architect with over 21 years of experience delivering mission-critical solutions to Fortune 500 insurance clients. Based in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Rakesh currently serves as Manager of Application Delivery at DXC Technology, where he leads large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives and modernization projects.
Specializing in life and annuity administration systems, Rakesh has built a reputation for automating manual processes, optimizing efficiencies, and generating significant cost savings. His technical expertise spans multiple domains, including policy administration, financial reconciliation, cash management, and compliance automation. As a Certified Scrum Master and Associate of the Life Management Institute, he brings both methodology discipline and deep domain knowledge to his projects.
Throughout his career at organizations including DXC Technology, Webilent, Genpact, and TCS, Rakesh has consistently delivered high-impact results. His recent achievements include developing a modern Ledger and Disbursement System projected to save $1.5 million annually, architecting an enterprise-level compliance solution for MetLife, and creating a transformative Common Remitter Tool that modernized group remittance processing across a large financial ecosystem.
Rakesh excels at leading global cross-functional teams across development and production environments. His approach combines strategic vision with meticulous execution, ensuring technology initiatives align perfectly with business goals. He is particularly adept at architecting complex legacy-to-modern transitions, developing hybrid solutions that integrate mainframe systems with cloud-native infrastructures.
A two-time recipient of the DXC Achievement Award, Rakesh continues to drive innovation while maintaining operational excellence for mission-critical systems. His unique blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and insurance domain knowledge makes him a valuable partner in enterprise transformation initiatives.
Rakesh holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur.

Rakesh Jha is an accomplished IT leader and enterprise architect with over 21 years of experience delivering mission-critical solutions to Fortune 500 insurance clients. Based in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Rakesh currently serves as Manager of Applic... Show more

René is a Product Architect at Backbase, where he builds the integration platform connecting banks to their core systems. Currently automating customer onboarding with AI agents, while fighting fires and enabling customer rollouts. He's been connecting systems that weren't designed to talk to each other for about 20 years. Prefers his fires on the BBQ.

René is a Product Architect at Backbase, where he builds the integration platform connecting banks to their core systems. Currently automating customer onboarding with AI agents, while fighting fires and enabling customer rollouts. He's been connecti... Show more