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

Partner, Trainer Microsoft | Formación y consultoría análisis de datos | Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint, Python, Azure, Power Platform | Msc Data Science | Financiero | Mercadólogo | CEO Finanzas VLR | Docente universitario.

Partner, Trainer Microsoft | Formación y consultoría análisis de datos | Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint, Python, Azure, Power Platform | Msc Data Science | Financiero | Mercadólogo | CEO Finanzas VLR | Docente universitario. Show more

Senior Software Engineer specialized in software architecture and cloud-native, data-intensive systems within regulated financial environments.

Experience across European digital banks and Brazilian financial institutions, building and operating large-scale platforms for fraud prevention, anti-money laundering (AML), and financial risk monitoring.

Focused on event-driven architectures, real-time data processing, and integration with third-party risk platforms and government infrastructures.

Technical strengths include system reliability, interoperability across heterogeneous platforms, and applied machine learning for anomaly detection.

MBA in Data Science and Analytics (University of São Paulo) and postgraduate degree in Software Architecture. Strong combination of hands-on engineering, architectural thinking, and data-driven decision-making.

Originally from Brazil, based in Barcelona.

Senior Software Engineer specialized in software architecture and cloud-native, data-intensive systems within regulated financial environments. Experience across European digital banks and Brazilian financial institutions, building and operating l... 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 a longtime developer turned architect who now drives security across the software development lifecycle at ING.

After years of writing code myself, I bring a builder’s mindset to every security conversation - practical, energetic, and and rooted in developer‑friendliness. Whether I’m designing guardrails or talking supply chain security, I’m all about helping teams ship faster and safer.

I am a longtime developer turned architect who now drives security across the software development lifecycle at ING. After years of writing code myself, I bring a builder’s mindset to every security conversation - practical, energetic, and and ro... Show more

AI engineer with five years of experience building distributed, production-ready AI systems across crypto, wealth management, and institutional finance. Expert in real-time pipelines, agentic AI, and high-volume, low-latency systems.

AI engineer with five years of experience building distributed, production-ready AI systems across crypto, wealth management, and institutional finance. Expert in real-time pipelines, agentic AI, and high-volume, low-latency systems. Show more

Rambabu Bolineni is a Senior Software Engineer and Data Engineer with over 14 years of experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale data solutions across financial services, banking, insurance, and healthcare domains. Based in Hartford, Connecticut, he has built a strong reputation for modernizing legacy systems, implementing scalable data architectures, and ensuring regulatory compliance in highly controlled environments. His expertise spans Python, AWS, Snowflake, Airflow, and enterprise ETL frameworks, enabling him to develop efficient, reliable, and auditable data pipelines that support critical business operations.
Throughout his career, Rambabu has demonstrated deep proficiency in building and optimizing data platforms that process high volumes of complex data. At LPL Financial, he played a key role in developing a Commission Transformation Platform, where he designed scalable ETL pipelines, implemented intricate business logic for compensation systems, and ensured compliance with FINRA and SEC regulations. He has consistently focused on improving data quality, automating validation processes, and enhancing transparency through robust monitoring and governance frameworks. His work reflects a strong ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions that drive operational efficiency.
Prior to this, Rambabu contributed to healthcare and banking projects at organizations such as Sharecare, Santander Bank, and Citibank. He developed HIPAA-compliant data pipelines, supported FDIC regulatory initiatives, and built large-scale data integration systems for enterprise reporting. His experience includes working with diverse datasets such as biometric health data, depositor records, and financial transactions, where accuracy, compliance, and performance are critical. He is also experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including compliance, risk, and business stakeholders, to deliver reliable and scalable data solutions.
Rambabu holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering and brings a strong foundation in data engineering principles, combined with hands-on expertise in modern cloud technologies. He is recognized for his analytical approach, problem-solving skills, and commitment to building high-quality, production-ready data systems.

Rambabu Bolineni is a Senior Software Engineer and Data Engineer with over 14 years of experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale data solutions across financial services, banking, insurance, and healthcare domains. Based in Hartford, Conne... Show more

Associate Director at UBS, specialising in AI, Multi-Cloud, and Observability Architecture. A Grafana Champion, Grafana & Friends Hyderabad Organizer, and Global AI Hyderabad Chapter Lead, passionate about building AI-powered solutions, cloud-native platforms, and thriving technology communities while helping organizations accelerate their AI transformation journey.

Associate Director at UBS, specialising in AI, Multi-Cloud, and Observability Architecture. A Grafana Champion, Grafana & Friends Hyderabad Organizer, and Global AI Hyderabad Chapter Lead, passionate about building AI-powered solutions, cloud-native ... Show more

Alex Ischenko, SVP of Engineering at Rebrandly (The #1 platform for branded short URLs), began his career as a Software Engineer over 20 years ago, and moved to Senior Management roles.

Recently, Alex was included in the Top 100 Leaders @ CTO Craft, shaping the future of technology.

Alex is an AI-driven CTO focused on building scalable, high-impact products and empowering elite engineering teams.
He turns visionary ideas into global technology platforms that raise the bar for performance, innovation, and customer experience.

His extensive experience includes:

15+ years building and leading development teams
10+ years in startup environments
Managed 100+ FTE teams

Solid expertise in AI, GenAI, ML, SaaS, Insurtech, Healthcare and Fintech.

Alex is passionate about mentorship, eagerly sharing his leadership and architectural knowledge.

Alex Ischenko, SVP of Engineering at Rebrandly (The #1 platform for branded short URLs), began his career as a Software Engineer over 20 years ago, and moved to Senior Management roles. Recently, Alex was included in the Top 100 Leaders @ CTO Craf... Show more

Alvaro Ricardo Valdez es Founder & CEO de AV Finance, holding que construye la infraestructura financiera digital para Bolivia y LatAm. Opera tres entidades cross-border (Delaware, Chile, Bolivia) con plataforma sobre Stellar mainnet y arquitectura AWS activa en producción.

AV Finance está en proceso de adecuación bajo el Decreto Supremo 5384 como Empresa de Tecnología Financiera ante ASFI, primera empresa boliviana bajo el nuevo marco regulatorio de activos virtuales.

Combina su rol de founder con el de ingeniero principal del stack — construye y mantiene ~34,000 líneas de código con Claude Code como copiloto de ingeniería. Apasionado por construir infraestructura financiera seria desde Bolivia con criterio técnico de nivel internacional y compartir el cómo con la comunidad regional.
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Alvaro Ricardo Valdez is Founder & CEO of AV Finance, the holding building digital financial infrastructure for Bolivia and LatAm. Operates three cross-border entities (Delaware, Chile, Bolivia) with platform on Stellar mainnet and AWS architecture active in production.

AV Finance is in compliance process under Supreme Decree 5384 as a Financial Technology Company before ASFI, one of the first Bolivian companies under the new virtual asset regulatory framework.

Combines his founder role with that of principal engineer of the stack — builds and maintains ~34,000 lines of code with Claude Code as engineering copilot. Passionate about building serious financial infrastructure from Bolivia with international-grade technical criteria.

Alvaro Ricardo Valdez es Founder & CEO de AV Finance, holding que construye la infraestructura financiera digital para Bolivia y LatAm. Opera tres entidades cross-border (Delaware, Chile, Bolivia) con plataforma sobre Stellar mainnet y arquitectura A... 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

Hi, I’m Seppe!

I work on Responsible AI at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), risk management, and governance, with a clear mission: AI that benefits everyone.

With over five years of experience in AI, including the last three years focused specifically on Responsible AI, I specialize in helping organizations unlock the value of AI while proactively managing its risks. I combine hands-on technical expertise with a strong governance mindset, enabling me to translate complex regulatory and ethical requirements into concrete, actionable guidance for both technical and business stakeholders.

I play a central role in developing and scaling Datashift’s Responsible AI offering. Achievements I am particularly proud of include:
- Implementing Belgium’s first successful AI risk management framework for AI front-runners
- Acting as a trusted advisor to more than 15 strategic clients on Responsible AI
- Designing an internal screening process to assess the risks of all AI systems developed by Datashift
- Working on real-world AI systems ranging from agentic AI and customer-facing chatbots to healthcare AI, government evaluation systems, and pricing models in banking

What once felt like a “weakness” - an atypical background - has become my greatest strength. I combine hands-on technical experience in AI with an academic background in Criminology, Management, and Applied Economics, allowing me to connect societal impact, business value, and technical robustness. This unique perspective enables me to bridge the needs of executives, risk managers, and AI practitioners.

I began my speaking journey through Datashift’s internal knowledge-sharing sessions, and quickly expanded to community meet-ups, webinars, conferences, and interactive workshops, engaging audiences ranging from beginners to seasoned experts.

I am passionate about sharing insights on Responsible AI because AI is too valuable to ignore, yet too risky to approach carelessly.

Outside of Responsible AI, you’ll most likely find me in the gym - training my lifts and preparing for my next competition, such as the European Weightlifting Championships.

Hi, I’m Seppe! I work on Responsible AI at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), risk management, and governance, with a clear mission: AI that benefits everyone. With over five years of experience in AI, including the last three ye... Show more

Eszter Iványi, with 5+ years in asset management and a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Coaching from ELTE University, she combines corporate expertise with coaching principles to drive organizational change and professional development.

Eszter Iványi, with 5+ years in asset management and a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Coaching from ELTE University, she combines corporate expertise with coaching principles to drive organizational change and professional development. Show more

Matt Fenner has dedicated more than 30 years to acquiring companies, improving their financial and operational performance, expanding their value, and guiding them toward successful exits. Working from Florida, he combines a strong accounting background with executive leadership and hands-on business management experience. Over the years, he has worked across organizations of varying sizes, from startup ventures to large corporate operations.

Matt earned an MBA in Finance and a BBA in Accounting from the University of North Florida. After beginning his professional career in a CPA firm, he moved into private enterprise, where financial discipline and practical business decision-making were closely connected. Early experiences taught him that while financial statements provide important information, lasting improvements come from taking the right actions to strengthen business performance.

One of his notable accomplishments was helping support the growth and sale of the largest privately owned alarm security company in the United States. Following that transaction, he joined the acquiring company's M&A team, where he contributed to tuck-in acquisitions in a business generating $10 billion in annual revenue. This experience helped shape his understanding of acquisitions, business growth, and value creation.

Matt Fenner from Jacksonville later served as CFO and startup equity partner for a motorcycle retail organization operating several locations across Florida with annual revenue exceeding $50 million. During a period of renewed growth for the historic brand, he played an important role in building its retail presence.

At a leading business process outsourcing company, Matt co-led financial operations for the Wireless and Wireline Telecom division. This business unit employs 17,000 people and generates $800 million in annual revenue. During that time, he improved margins by $22 million, removed more than $11 million in billing errors, consolidated 30 billing systems into three centralized platforms, and helped secure over $50 million in new contract revenue.

In 2019, he co-founded a Jacksonville-based venture capital firm and continues to serve as COO/CFO. The organization has grown into 12 operating companies, with more than 1,000 employees working across Clinical Health and Technology Staffing, Technology PMO, Civil Engineering, Construction, and Pediatric Dental and Neurological Medical Research, along with 20 passive investments. Revenue increased from $30 million in 2018 to a projected $200 million by year-end 2026. Throughout his career, Matt Fenner has focused on building scalable organizations, improving operations, and creating sustainable long-term value through disciplined leadership and strategic growth.

Matt Fenner has dedicated more than 30 years to acquiring companies, improving their financial and operational performance, expanding their value, and guiding them toward successful exits. Working from Florida, he combines a strong accounting backgro... Show more

Lead Data Engineer with extensive experience designing and operating large-scale enterprise data platforms and analytics infrastructure in the financial services industry.

My work focuses on building highly reliable, scalable, and cloud-native data systems that support mission-critical analytics, regulatory reporting, and data-driven decision making.

I specialize in:

• Enterprise data platform architecture

• Modernizing legacy ETL ecosystems into scalable cloud data pipelines

• Distributed data processing and analytics infrastructure

• Data reliability engineering and operational excellence

• Large-scale cloud data platforms using Databricks and Google Cloud

In my current role I contribute to the architecture, modernization, and operational reliability of enterprise data platforms supporting critical banking analytics workloads.

I frequently collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, architects, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable data solutions that align with long-term platform strategy.

My professional interests include:

• Data platform reliability engineering

• Cloud-native analytics architectures

• Scalable data pipeline orchestration

• Data engineering automation and observability

Lead Data Engineer with extensive experience designing and operating large-scale enterprise data platforms and analytics infrastructure in the financial services industry. My work focuses on building highly reliable, scalable, and cloud-native dat... Show more

With over 16 years of experience as a software and solutions architect, I specialize in modernizing large-scale financial systems through cloud transformation and AI-driven innovation. My work spans enterprise architecture, secure cloud modernization, and the responsible adoption of intelligent systems within regulated environments. I have led critical banking platform migrations, designed reusable architectural frameworks, and delivered scalable cloud solutions for major U.S. financial institutions.

With over 16 years of experience as a software and solutions architect, I specialize in modernizing large-scale financial systems through cloud transformation and AI-driven innovation. My work spans enterprise architecture, secure cloud modernization... Show more

Bruno is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in leading companies across the banking, telecommunications, insurance and financial markets sectors. Starting his career in software engineering, his focus quickly evolved towards a profound understanding of business process visions, solution architecture design, and the strategic delivery of quality information to decision-makers.

He holds an MBA specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Big Data from the University of São Paulo (ICMC/USP), where his thesis laid the theoretical groundwork for the presented Meta-Architecture. This research culminated in an article submitted (PROPOR 2026), demonstrating his commitment to bridging academic rigor with practical enterprise solutions. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Information Science at UFSCar, deepening his expertise in knowledge management and semantic design.

His core expertise lies in Data and Process Strategy, Corporate Architecture, and holistic Solution Design, always focusing on translating complex data and architectural insights into actionable business decisions. This blend of technical foundation (AI, Graph) and methodological rigor (Information Science) positions him as a strong advocate for building resilient, trustworthy, and governed AI systems, such as the Neo4j Intelligent Proxy presented in this session.

Bruno is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in leading companies across the banking, telecommunications, insurance and financial markets sectors. Starting his career in software engineering, his focus quickly evolved towards a p... Show more

Trabajando para un banco inglés durante los últimos 10 años, y en ENCAMINA los 13 anteriores, llevo media vida implantando CRMs en lugares que varían desde una empresa funeraria con una sola usuaria (la hija de la dueña) hasta una red de banca minorista con treinta mil usuarios.

Y me lo sigo pasando en grande!

Trabajando para un banco inglés durante los últimos 10 años, y en ENCAMINA los 13 anteriores, llevo media vida implantando CRMs en lugares que varían desde una empresa funeraria con una sola usuaria (la hija de la dueña) hasta una red de banca minori... Show more

Staff Engineer at E.SUN Bank and a Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA). Dedicated to managing hybrid Kubernetes platforms and advancing the frontier of Sustainable Cloud-Native Infrastructure. Focusing on the integration of GreenOps and FinOps into modern engineering practices, ensuring that platform optimization drives both business value and environmental sustainability.

Staff Engineer at E.SUN Bank and a Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA). Dedicated to managing hybrid Kubernetes platforms and advancing the frontier of Sustainable Cloud-Native Infrastructure. Focusing on the integration of GreenOps and FinOps i... Show more

Angel Hsu is a Senior Engineering Leader covering Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Core Infrastructure, leading teams and organizations to develop and optimize ML models and scalable infrastructure to support ML-based fraud detection and related horizontal initiatives, such as foundation models, shared embeddings, and one-click CI/CD auto-train and auto-deploy ML pipelines. Prior to Stripe, Angel led and worked on computation-based initiatives across leading financial payments companies such as J.P. Morgan.

Angel holds a Master of Science (S.M.) in Engineering and Applied Sciences from Harvard University and Bachelors Degrees and Certificates in Economics, Finance, and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley.

Angel Hsu is a Senior Engineering Leader covering Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Core Infrastructure, leading teams and organizations to develop and optimize ML models and scalable infrastructure to support ML-based fraud detection and... Show more

Swapna Chimanchodkar is an accomplished transformation leader with nearly two decades of experience enabling sustainable business impact for global organizations through process excellence, data-driven decision-making, and digital transformation. She has successfully led strategic initiatives spanning process and IT transformation, enterprise data strategy, and automation integrating technologies such as AI/ML, RPA, Gen AI, and advanced analytics to solve complex business challenges.
In her current role as Director at UBS Financial Services, Swapna drives large-scale transformation and integration programs across various areas of the bank. She oversees strategic integration, data modernization, and digital and process improvement initiatives, collaborating closely with senior leadership and cross-functional global teams.
A certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Swapna brings a unique combination of analytical rigor, strategic insight, and change management expertise to every engagement. She has been instrumental in designing target operating models, and implementing automation frameworks that deliver measurable efficiencies.
As a thought leader, Swapna regularly contributes to industry dialogue. She served as a keynote speaker and panelist at the NexGen Banking Summit USA 2024, discussing AI-driven business innovation and data-led digital transformation in the banking sector.

Swapna Chimanchodkar is an accomplished transformation leader with nearly two decades of experience enabling sustainable business impact for global organizations through process excellence, data-driven decision-making, and digital transformation. She... Show more

Peter Serzo is a published author, Enterprise Architect, Collaborator, Unifier. Shaping Comerica Bank/Fifth-Third AI evolution with real solutions via technology, strategy, security, and deployment.

Peter Serzo is a published author, Enterprise Architect, Collaborator, Unifier. Shaping Comerica Bank/Fifth-Third AI evolution with real solutions via technology, strategy, security, and deployment. Show more

Alex Reich is a hands-on .NET engineering leader with 20+ years building secure, scalable systems across banking/fintech, media, e-commerce, and SaaS. He’s currently a freelance consultant specializing in the dotnet stack w/specializations with finance and security systems. Alex has been working full stack development in .NET/SQL/Angular/React while mentoring engineers and driving modern architecture patterns. Previously, he served as VP/Director of Software Development at Mechanics Bank, leading cross-functional teams and helping deliver a PPP platform that processed more than $1.2B in loans.

Alex is also Co-founder/CTO of Acorn Jr, a modern SaaS platform built on React, .NET, SignalR, Docker, Postgres, Redis, and AI-assisted tooling—focused on real-time workflows and reliability at scale. He contributes to open source and enjoys turning hard-earned “production lessons” into practical patterns teams can use immediately. He is also a contributor to Microsoft RulesEngine and authored RulesEngineEditor, a Blazor-based rules editor.

Outside of tech, he teaches meditation and is an endurance runner, including the Avalon 50 Miler.

Selected prior speaking / community leadership
• Presented at Microsoft Developer Days (III–V) and developer groups including OCSQLUG, TRINUG, FANUG, LA Django, and IBM OCEAN.
• Delivered an MSDN Webcast on ASP.NET security (October 2004), scoring 7.9—above the event average.
• Served two terms as President of the Orange County Visual Basic Users Group: brought the group out of debt, established its first web presence, and produced DevCon ’98 with industry speakers (including Paul Sheriff, Allison Balter, and Ken Getz), ultimately creating a cash surplus.
• Founded and led additional .NET user groups (Triangle .NET Users Group and Findlay Area .NET Users Group), including bylaws, domains, and officer mentoring.
• Co-authored VB 5.0 Unleashed (Sams Publishing, Volumes 1 & 2).
• Built consumer apps including Oops I’m Late! for Smartphones and Calendar To Map; previously a member of the Microsoft-curated Southern California .NET Influencers Group.

Alex Reich is a hands-on .NET engineering leader with 20+ years building secure, scalable systems across banking/fintech, media, e-commerce, and SaaS. He’s currently a freelance consultant specializing in the dotnet stack w/specializations with finan... Show more

Sonali Kothari is a dynamic and results-driven Remediation and Regulatory Data Strategy expert with over a decade of experience transforming enterprise data environments across global financial institutions. As a Technology Consulting Manager in FSO AI & Data at Ernst & Young (EY) in New York, she leads large-scale regulatory and compliance initiatives for Global Systemically Important Banks (GSIBs), with deep specialization in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Basel III Risk Weighted Assets (RWA), CCAR, and FFIEC data quality frameworks.
Sonali is widely recognized for her ability to drive strategic innovation at the intersection of data management, regulatory intelligence, and advanced analytics. She has designed and executed high-impact solutions that integrate predictive modeling, automated anomaly detection, and AI-powered metadata governance, delivering measurable gains such as a 60% reduction in manual reconciliation, 20% improvement in reporting accuracy, and closure of high-risk Matter Requiring Immediate Attention (MRIA) findings for leading banks. Her methodologies have contributed to regulatory risk mitigation exceeding $10 billion in consolidated RWA impact.
With a proven track record of leading cross-functional global teams and delivering multi-million dollar programs, Sonali’s approach is marked by technical rigor, regulatory insight, and operational precision. She is proficient in a wide array of tools, including SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud, and SAS, and excels at building robust data lineage frameworks, business rule engines, and performance KPIs for sustainable compliance and audit readiness.
Prior to EY, Sonali held leadership roles at Santander Bank, where she spearheaded the Credit Risk Data Warehouse (CRDWH) migration and led enterprise-wide remediation of systemic data quality issues, earning recognition for enabling a successful CCAR submission. She also brings experience from SEI Investments and Star Sports, where she managed financial automation, capital forecasting, and enterprise reporting transformations.
Academically, Sonali holds two master’s degrees—one in Information Systems Engineering & Management, and another in Computer Information Sciences, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance. Her scholarly work on AI in regulatory compliance, metadata management, and RegTech for financial inclusion has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and her leadership has been honored through multiple awards, including Bravo Awards, IEEE Senior Membership, and the TITAN Innovation Gold Award.
A passionate mentor and advocate for inclusive growth, Sonali dedicates time to career coaching for first-generation college students and leads financial literacy workshops for underserved communities. Her career exemplifies the fusion of analytics, compliance, and innovation, positioning her as a transformative force in today’s evolving financial landscape.

Sonali Kothari is a dynamic and results-driven Remediation and Regulatory Data Strategy expert with over a decade of experience transforming enterprise data environments across global financial institutions. As a Technology Consulting Manager in FSO ... 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

I am a Digital Transformation Product Owner and Solutions Architect with experience in integrating technology, data, and processes within companies in the financial, insurance, and retail sectors.
I have led projects in automation, data governance, and business intelligence in the financial sector, applying frameworks such as COBIT 2019 and agile methodologies to drive organizational improvement within teams.
My career spans more than seven years in data analysis, process improvement, and technology development at companies such as Banco General, Dell Technologies, and NTT Data, driving operational efficiency and digital innovation in Panama.

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I am a Digital Transformation Product Owner and Solutions Architect with experience in integrating technology, data, and processes within companies in the financial, insurance, and retail sectors. I have led projects in automation, data governance... Show more

Bruce Kane CPA is an Expert Tax Professional based in Syracuse, New York. He specializes in tax planning and business mergers and acquisitions. Bruce S. Kane CPA works closely with entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations, offering clear tax guidance tailored to each situation. Bruce Kane CPA helps clients understand complex tax issues and make smart financial decisions. He is a frequent speaker on tax-related topics and is respected for his analytical yet practical approach. Known for his accuracy and dedication, Bruce Sherwood Kane focuses on solutions that support long-term stability, confidence, and informed planning for both businesses and individuals seeking clarity, trust, and steady financial outcomes for clients.

Bruce Kane CPA is an Expert Tax Professional based in Syracuse, New York. He specializes in tax planning and business mergers and acquisitions. Bruce S. Kane CPA works closely with entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations, offering clear tax guid... Show more