Government, Social Sector & Education

Valued individuals involved in shaping public policies, providing essential services, and promoting education, tirelessly looking to improve society and empower citizens

Karl Groves

Karl Groves

With 20 years of experience in web development, usability, and accessibility, Karl Groves is widely regarded as a pragmatic solution-finder and thought leader in the accessibility industry. In his role as accessibility consultant at AFixt, Karl focuses on pragmatic and efficient ways of improving the accessibility of websites and software.

With 20 years of experience in web development, usability, and accessibility, Karl Groves is widely regarded as a pragmatic solution-finder and thought leader in the accessibility industry. In his role as accessibility consultant at AFixt, Karl focus... Show more

Josh Ether

Josh Ether

For the past 15 years, I have been an integral part of many successful organizations due to my experience and dedication. My coaching and consulting has allowed clients to achieve excellence as well as exceed their goals. It has been a privilege to be associated with such great achievements.

My Human Centered based methods have been proven to be successful, having been applied in a variety of projects with resounding results. My approach is comprehensive, taking into consideration all contributing factors to obtain the desired outcomes for clients that provide real value.

I'm passionate about empowering individuals and systems to identify and tackle the obstacles they face on their journey to success. Building trust within their systems through means of inspection, experimentation, and adaption we revise collaboration, & communication. I'm committed to helping my clients achieve long-term results. My ultimate goal is to support them in C.E.C. so that they can make lasting progress in life.

Collaboration is critical for the success of any solution. Working with a diverse group of people helps produce more effective results, and that's why I always strive to create an atmosphere where such collaboration can take place. By leveraging the skillsets of different individuals, we can develop high-quality solutions in a timely manner.

Experimentation is an invaluable tool in finding suitable solutions. To approach a problem in an effective manner, it's important to look beyond the traditional methods and explore something new. This might include using different techniques or tools to test out potential ideas and uncover the best solution. Experimentation gives us a chance to discover and try something that could potentially be groundbreaking, so it shouldn't be overlooked when dealing with complex problems.

Trust is essential for any team or organization to be successful. This confidence is established through effective communication and how information is shared. It's important to understand the power of these interactions, as they can create a feeling of reliability that allows everyone in the group to collaborate confidently.

The challenge organization’s face today is how to sustainably provide for the needs of growth while simultaneously protecting what has been built. A balanced approach is needed, one that combines sustainability with modern innovations. We must build a foundation for future prosperity that takes into account the needs of the organization, individual and the consumer.

For the past 15 years, I have been an integral part of many successful organizations due to my experience and dedication. My coaching and consulting has allowed clients to achieve excellence as well as exceed their goals. It has been a privilege to b... Show more

Dr Booma Poolan Marikannan

Dr Booma Poolan Marikannan

Dr Booma Poolan Marikannan – Microsoft AI MVP, GenAI SME, Group Manager, Data & AI, Avanade, Charlotte, NC,USA
Dr Booma, a seasoned technologist with over a decade of extensive experience in the realms of technology and leadership, stands at the helm as the Microsoft AI MVP, AI Solution Architect, GenAI SME, Group Manager, Data & AI, Avanade, Charlotte, NC,USA. Her illustrious career has spanned more than 14 years, during which she has been a stalwart contributor to the conception and realization of groundbreaking GenAI solutions. With each endeavor, she adeptly illustrates the transformative potential of GenAI, casting a luminous spotlight on its profound implications for businesses.
Her contributions in this domain have earned her international acclaim, as she stands as a revered luminary in the field. Notably, she has been bestowed with the prestigious title of "Microsoft Most Valuable Professional in AI Platform(MVP-AI)", "Young Women Scientist" by the esteemed institution, HumCen, a testament to her unwavering dedication and exemplary work. Further enhancing her standing as a trailblazer, Dr Booma has been honored as an "Outstanding Researcher/Academician" by Women Icon, a tribute to her relentless pursuit of excellence.
Beyond her remarkable achievements, Dr Booma frequently imparts her profound wisdom and experience through the written word, sharing her erudition in the field of Artificial Intelligence through insightful articles and engaging tech discussions.
Notably, Dr Booma's dedication extends beyond her professional achievements. She is deeply committed to raising diversity and inclusivity within the world of technology. As a mentor to budding talent, she emphasizes the profound significance of inclusivity and equity, championing the cause of underrepresented voices and championing the principles of fairness and opportunity for all. Her indomitable spirit and achievements serve as an enduring inspiration to the world of technology and beyond.

Dr Booma Poolan Marikannan – Microsoft AI MVP, GenAI SME, Group Manager, Data & AI, Avanade, Charlotte, NC,USA Dr Booma, a seasoned technologist with over a decade of extensive experience in the realms of technology and leadership, stands at the hel... Show more

Michał Smereczyński

Michał Smereczyński

Microsoft Azure MVP . Founder of the Polish Microsoft Azure User Group. Tech Lead and Azure Lead Architect working with enterprises and gov.

Microsoft Azure MVP . Founder of the Polish Microsoft Azure User Group. Tech Lead and Azure Lead Architect working with enterprises and gov. Show more

Sumit Kumar

Sumit Kumar

Fast track recognised Power platform Engagement Director at HCL Technologies formerly known as PowerObjects with over 18 years of professional experience in the analysis of business problems and application of IT-based solutions - primarily in government, Housing and public authority. Mr. Kumar is delivery-focused and pragmatic with considerable team leading, architectural and technical design experience, allied with appreciation of business requirements and effective people management skills. He has experience of the entire life cycle - from pre-sales through to transition and service delivery

Fast track recognised Power platform Engagement Director at HCL Technologies formerly known as PowerObjects with over 18 years of professional experience in the analysis of business problems and application of IT-based solutions - primarily in gove... Show more

Fabrice Bloch

Fabrice Bloch

Statisticien public, agiliste militant, formateur en design-thinking et en leadership

Statisticien public, agiliste militant, formateur en design-thinking et en leadership Show more

Catherine (Cat) Karow

Catherine (Cat) Karow

Catherine (Cat) Karow is the CEO and Technical Co-Founder of ZoraSafe, a mobile app that protects people from scams, fraud, and digital manipulation in real time - before the damage is done.

She previously led and contributed to security and infrastructure efforts supporting systems at Apple Inc., the White House Office of the CIO, GuidePoint Security, and the University of Florida’s HiPerGator program.

After two decades securing institutions, Cat shifted her focus to protecting individuals after her mother, herself a former Capitol Hill consumer protection advocate, was targeted by sophisticated scams. That experience now drives her work at ZoraSafe, where she is building technology designed for the moment people are most vulnerable.

Cat is a TEDx speaker, a founding member of Hack The Box, and a Global Startup Awards North America Regional Finalist. She writes The Shield, a cybersecurity and fraud analysis publication, and is the forthcoming author of SOLD: How America Built a Legal Market for Human Beings, an examination of the data broker economy.

A self-taught, disabled founder with a background in theater, Cat brings a unique perspective to cybersecurity - one that centers human behavior, manipulation, and the real-world impact of technology.

Catherine (Cat) Karow is the CEO and Technical Co-Founder of ZoraSafe, a mobile app that protects people from scams, fraud, and digital manipulation in real time - before the damage is done. She previously led and contributed to security and infra... Show more

James Bartlett

James Bartlett

James Bartlett is a Principal Consultant at P3 Adaptive, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, and co-host of "The Drill Down with Ahmad and James," which is a bi-weekly interactive video livestream on LinkedIn that focuses on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. James is also a co-organizer of the Iowa Power BI User Group and the Higher Education Power BI User Group, and he has given presentations at conferences and user groups all over the world, with his most notable recent appearances being at Data Point Prague, FabCon Europe in Stockholm, and RADACAD's Power BI and Fabric Global Summit. In his free time, James likes to write and contribute to open-source software, play the guitar, produce electronic music, post articles on his blog at DataVolume.xyz, and volunteer with a nonprofit organization called Tech Journey, whose mission is "to inspire youth to increase their knowledge and interest in technology by providing engaging learning opportunities led by technology professionals."

James Bartlett is a Principal Consultant at P3 Adaptive, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, and co-host of "The Drill Down with Ahmad and James," which is a bi-weekly interactive video livestream on LinkedIn that focuses on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.... Show more

Verónica Rivas Remiseiro

Verónica Rivas Remiseiro

A computer engineer with over 25 years of experience, my profession has fascinated me since I was a child, providing me with wonderful professional and personal experiences 👩‍💻

I enjoy building teams, sharing with them, growing together, and executing projects with the greatest possible success 👌

Currently enjoying my transition, reconnecting with my tech roots, constantly learning and exploring new technologies like AI, but I proudly declare myself a Copilot Lover 🚀

Author of my first book based on personal events with a stowaway named Alzheimer's, in homage to the woman who helped me become who I am today 🧠

Passionate about my life, my profession, and technology 💛

A computer engineer with over 25 years of experience, my profession has fascinated me since I was a child, providing me with wonderful professional and personal experiences 👩‍💻 I enjoy building teams, sharing with them, growing together, and exe... Show more

Prof. Edson Rosa Gomes da Silva

Prof. Edson Rosa Gomes da Silva

Graduação em Ciências Econômicas e em Direito. Especialista em Segurança Pública e Especialista em Direito Público. Mestre em Engenharia e Gestão do Conhecimento (UFSC). Doutor em Engenharia e Gestão do Conhecimento (UFSC). Foi Coordenador do Escritório de Gestão de Processos na Secretaria de Estado do Planejamento. Trabalhou na Controladoria-Geral do Estado atuando na função de Coordenador de Informações Estratégicas, foi Gestor do Portfólio de Projetos, Presidente da Comissão de Implementação da LGPD, Presidente da Comissão de Inovação e membro do Comitê Estratégico de Governança e Integridade. Gerente de Apoio Operacional na Diretoria Administrativa e Financeira da Secretaria de Estado da Segurança Pública; Gerente do Complexo Administrativo na Diretoria Administrativa e Financeira da Secretaria de Estado da Segurança Pública; Gestor de Sistemas de Conhecimento na Coordenação-Geral de Inteligência da SENASP/MJ; Chefe da Divisão de Informática e Tecnologia da Diretoria de Informação e Inteligência - Secretaria de Estado da Segurança Pública de Santa Catarina, conduzindo a Gestão Técnica do Projeto de Criação e Institucionalização do Sistema Integrado de Segurança Pública (SISP-SC).

Graduação em Ciências Econômicas e em Direito. Especialista em Segurança Pública e Especialista em Direito Público. Mestre em Engenharia e Gestão do Conhecimento (UFSC). Doutor em Engenharia e Gestão do Conhecimento (UFSC). Foi Coordenador do Escritó... Show more

Dennie Declercq

Dennie Declercq

Dennie is Microsoft MVP Developer Technologies and has experience in accessibility with Microsoft technologies. In daily life Dennie is president and developer at DDSoft, a nonprofit that connects IT to People who are less tech-savvy. Dennie invented technical solutions and systems to help people with disabilities to participate in their daily life. Thanks to his autism he's the right man at the right spot to contribute as a volunteer in function of people with disabilities.

Dennie is Microsoft MVP Developer Technologies and has experience in accessibility with Microsoft technologies. In daily life Dennie is president and developer at DDSoft, a nonprofit that connects IT to People who are less tech-savvy. Dennie invented... Show more

Grzegorz Sztandera

Grzegorz Sztandera

I’m an expert in team, project and product management, conference speaker, public speaking coach, academic lecturer, book author and TEDx organizer.

I work in the financial sector, leading complex tech projects - including those related to digital identity. My role sits at the crossroads of IT, business and governance, where aligning perspectives is a daily challenge. In the past I’ve built entire DevOps competence center, always with a focus on communication, agility and a solid dose of common sense. I believe in people, collaboration and context-driven decisions.

I speak at conferences across Poland and Europe, running talks and workshops on leadership, agile, communication and teamwork. I also deliver my own trainings based on the LEGO® Serious Play® methodology. I’m mentor for TEDx speakers and organizer or TEDxUniversity of Lodz / TEDxPabianice / TEDxŁódź - events that gathers big audience and strong online engagement.

I hold degrees from the University of Łódź (International Relations and HR Management), MBA from Lodz University of Technology and Illinois State University, and a postgraduate diploma in IT Project Management. Outside of work, I’m a dad of two sons – which is great preparation for agile coaching. I write humorous, educational books for kids and collect the finest corporate memes life has to offer.

I love teaching, creating, connecting – and I always ask one question: “What if we did it differently?”

I’m an expert in team, project and product management, conference speaker, public speaking coach, academic lecturer, book author and TEDx organizer. I work in the financial sector, leading complex tech projects - including those related to digital... Show more

Lorenzo Satta Chiris

Lorenzo Satta Chiris

Lorenzo Satta Chiris is an AI researcher and systems engineer specialising in agent autonomy, multi-agent orchestration, and alignment. He co-developed the AURA framework, a risk assessment model for quantifying and monitoring autonomy in AI agents, and leads ongoing research on agent systems, adversarial LLM behaviour, alignment formalisation, and post-AGI governance as a Global Excellence Engineering and Entrepreneurship scholar at the University of Exeter.

Lorenzo has delivered talks at Google DevFest, Microsoft Azure AI Connect, AWS Agentic Hackathon, MLCon, the Cornish Tech Showcase, the Dutch AI Conference and others on guardrailed multi-agent systems, agentic systems in production, and human-AI interaction design. He serves as President of Google Developer Group Exeter and directed the world's largest student-led coding and AI bootcamps (2,500+ participants), winning Tech South West's Best & Most Innovative Organisation award.

As CTO of Oorbital, he architects and deploys guardrailed multi-agent systems in production, integrating RAG pipelines, LLM orchestration, and safety guardrails for industry clients. He also led a 500-student field study on multi-agent architectures for personalised education, worked on enterprise agent upskilling and consulting, and developed agentic frameworks for orchestration, the agentic web, and agent safety.

Through his blog, read by over 200,000 tech enthusiasts worldwide, and his work as a technical writer, Lorenzo connects AI research to practitioners, educators, and the broader public. He brings a rare profile to the stage, sitting at the intersection of production AI engineering, safety research, and large-scale education, focused on bringing safe, useful autonomy from lab to lecture hall to real-world operations.

Lorenzo Satta Chiris is an AI researcher and systems engineer specialising in agent autonomy, multi-agent orchestration, and alignment. He co-developed the AURA framework, a risk assessment model for quantifying and monitoring autonomy in AI agents, ... Show more

Joy Curtis

Joy Curtis

Joy Marie Curtis is an AI and organizational transformation executive specializing in Agentic AI, enterprise deployment, and global team scaling. She currently serves as Head of Organizational Development at NeuralSeek, where she leads enterprise AI strategy, delivery models, and talent pipelines across regulated industries including government, healthcare, insurance, and financial services.

Joy’s career began in education, an experience that deeply shaped her leadership philosophy: complex systems succeed when they are designed for people first. That foundation now informs her work guiding organizations through large-scale AI adoption—helping executives cut through hype, reduce risk, and turn AI from experimentation into measurable business impact.

She has overseen 40+ enterprise AI initiatives, delivering Agentic AI solutions across IBM, AWS, and Azure, and ensuring deployments meet PCI, HIPAA, and SOC 2 compliance standards. Her work sits at the intersection of strategy, governance, and execution—aligning executives, legal and compliance teams, technologists, and end users around a shared operating model for AI.

A sought-after speaker, Joy challenges the tendency to overcomplicate AI implementation. She introduces leaders to metacognitive approaches to AI adoption—thinking deliberately about how organizations think, decide, and deploy—so AI initiatives remain grounded in purpose, accountability, and outcomes. She speaks candidly about both successes and failures, offering practical frameworks that help organizations move AI from concept to real-world, scalable impact.

Joy has presented at LASCON 2025, Microsoft Azure, and Google’s Agentic AI forums, speaking to executives, developers, and compliance leaders on responsible AI deployment, enterprise readiness, and scaling AI organizations globally.

Joy Marie Curtis is an AI and organizational transformation executive specializing in Agentic AI, enterprise deployment, and global team scaling. She currently serves as Head of Organizational Development at NeuralSeek, where she leads enterprise AI ... Show more

Aubrey Wade

Aubrey Wade

Aubrey Wade is a seasoned consulting professional, speaker, certified coach and counselor, and blogger with a passion for transforming workplace relationships and driving positive change. Based in Memphis, TN, she specializes in helping organizations improve processes, build strong teams, and guide C-suite leaders in driving company-wide transformation. With a proven and successful hands-on, results-driven approach, Aubrey isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo to help companies reach their full potential.

Armed with a degree in Psychology and over 20 years of experience in technology, Aubrey has successfully partnered with multiple Fortune 300 companies to enhance team dynamics, streamline processes, and deliver consistent, successful releases. Her expertise spans organizational transformation, enterprise reporting, and optimizing performance at all levels.

Outside of her consulting work, Aubrey is a devoted wife, sister, and mother to three daughters, and she enjoys speaking and teaching across the country. Her greatest passion is helping people grow — starting with herself.

Aubrey Wade is a seasoned consulting professional, speaker, certified coach and counselor, and blogger with a passion for transforming workplace relationships and driving positive change. Based in Memphis, TN, she specializes in helping organizations... Show more

Michela Bertaina

Michela Bertaina

Community lover and Ambassador of enthusiasm. In 2017 I began my journey within tech communities, becoming an active organizer of various communities such as Google Developers Group Turin and Trento, ngRome, Flutter EXP, Italian Community Managers Summmit and DInA Tech Hub. 

From a passion, community management has become my full-time job with GrUSP since 2020 in which I have organized around fifteen events a year on various programming languages ​​and coordinating the activities of 12 PUG communities at a national level.

I am currently Community Program Manager Europe in Codemotion and in my free time lead in GDG Bari, WTM Ambassador, lead of the TEDxCuneo partnership team and tourism councilor of the municipality of Cissone.

I love the world of conferences and public speaking, I always try to make everything I have learned in my journey available at the events in which I participate.

Diversity, community, growth and sharing are the values ​​on which I base my projects which I always carry forward with great enthusiasm and energy.

Here are more info about me: https://bit.ly/pantarei-mb

Community lover and Ambassador of enthusiasm. In 2017 I began my journey within tech communities, becoming an active organizer of various communities such as Google Developers Group Turin and Trento, ngRome, Flutter EXP, Italian Community Managers Su... Show more

Isabella Johnston

Isabella Johnston

Isabella Johnston is an AI Workforce Architect and Founder redefining hiring through measurable alignment, ethical AI, and accelerated learning. As Founder & CEO of Employers 4 Change (E4C), she has built an AI-enabled platform that aligns talent to mission, values, and cognitive skill requirements—shifting hiring from subjective decisions to validated, data-driven outcomes.

With over 20 years of experience across education, workforce development, and leadership, Isabella focuses on solving one of the most persistent challenges in business: how to identify and develop the right talent in an AI-driven economy. Her work introduces alignment scoring models that measure what actually drives success, helping organizations reduce bias, improve quality of hire, and accelerate workforce readiness.

A sought-after speaker on ethical AI and the future of work, Isabella is known for translating complex systems into practical, actionable strategies for leaders, technologists, and educators.

Isabella Johnston is an AI Workforce Architect and Founder redefining hiring through measurable alignment, ethical AI, and accelerated learning. As Founder & CEO of Employers 4 Change (E4C), she has built an AI-enabled platform that aligns talent to ... Show more

Moises Jauregui-Sanchez

Moises Jauregui-Sanchez

Moisés Jauregui-Sanchez is a researcher and analyst who believes technology should work for everyone, regardless of age. As the creator of "El Gerontogamificador"—a newsletter read by over 22,000 professionals—and ranked #1 EdTech voice in Mexico by Favikon, he has become a leading voice in the Spanish-speaking world for educational gerontechnology, exploring how digital tools can empower older adults and transform learning.

With a background in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and a PhD in progress at the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC), Moisés is designing serious games to stimulate cognitive health. His approach combines rigorous academic research with practical classroom experience, having taught web development, AI integration, and software engineering at universities across Mexico.

A masterclass speaker and Perplexity AI Business Fellow, Moisés has shared his vision with audiences at the Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN) and beyond. His talks bridge the gap between cutting-edge innovation and the deeply human need for inclusive, accessible education and technology.

Moisés Jauregui-Sanchez is a researcher and analyst who believes technology should work for everyone, regardless of age. As the creator of "El Gerontogamificador"—a newsletter read by over 22,000 professionals—and ranked #1 EdTech voice in Mexico by ... Show more

Jérôme Urvoas

Jérôme Urvoas

Jérôme is a professional coach, agile coach, facilitator and trainer.
For 19 years, he has been one of the pioneers who have develop an agile culture within Lectra teams. He is now in charge of a team of internal coaches that he created and who support his company in its many changes.
Passionate about human dynamics, he has developed over the years an expertise in the fields of agility, change management and the management of teams and organizations.
Active member of the Agile community and of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council France, he likes to share his experience and his convictions through conferences and training.

Jérôme is a professional coach, agile coach, facilitator and trainer. For 19 years, he has been one of the pioneers who have develop an agile culture within Lectra teams. He is now in charge of a team of internal coaches that he created and who supp... Show more

Angela Trego

Angela Trego

Dr. Trego is the #1 Best-Selling author of "Squashing the Imposter Syndrome," a Rocket Scientist, keynote speaker, and award-winning professor who has trained thousands across six continents. She helps professionals silence self-doubt, strengthen leadership skills, and build lasting confidence.

Her work focuses on imposter syndrome, soft skills development, mentoring, and practical leadership tools that translate across industries. In addition, she specializes in faculty development and training university educators. She focuses particularly on STEM and engineering fields to implement evidence-based confidence-building strategies, engaged teaching practices, and classroom management approaches that increase student motivation and belonging.

Dr. Trego works with institutions to strengthen teaching effectiveness while reducing faculty burnout. Before dedicating her career to speaking, teaching, and coaching, she held technical and senior leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries and around the globe. She now brings that real-world leadership perspective into both industry and academia.

Whether working with executives, faculty, or emerging leaders, Dr. Trego's mission is simple: equip people with the confidence and skills to thrive.

Available for keynotes, consulting, coaching, and short courses. Discover more at www.angelatrego.com

Dr. Trego is the #1 Best-Selling author of "Squashing the Imposter Syndrome," a Rocket Scientist, keynote speaker, and award-winning professor who has trained thousands across six continents. She helps professionals silence self-doubt, strengthen lea... Show more

Naga santhosh reddy Vootukuri

Naga santhosh reddy Vootukuri

Naga Santhosh Reddy Vootukuri, a seasoned professional with over 17+ years at Microsoft, reflects on his journey from India to the USA. Graduating from Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology in 2008, he now serves as a Senior Software Engineering Manager for Azure SQL. His role involves leading his team through software development cycles, ensuring successful product launches.

Currently, Naga focuses on a significant initiative in Azure SQL Deployment, emphasizing high availability for SQL customers during feature rollouts. Previously, he managed Master Data Services (MDS) within SQL Server, gaining community connections and contributing actively to Microsoft forums.

Aside from technical responsibilities, Naga engages in Microsoft hackathons and mentors junior engineers, finding fulfillment in guiding their career paths. He also champions diversity and inclusion, advocating for equality within the tech industry. Naga sees himself not only as a technical leader but also as a catalyst for positive change at Microsoft.

Naga Santhosh Reddy Vootukuri, a seasoned professional with over 17+ years at Microsoft, reflects on his journey from India to the USA. Graduating from Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology in 2008, he now serves as a Senior Software Engineer... Show more

Laura Wissiak

Laura Wissiak

Interviewing persons with low vision for her day job at an Assistive Tech Development company, Laura is learning more about barriers every day. And enthusiastic about sharing it! With a special interest in all things accessibility (both online and offline) she's enthusiastic to talk about braille keyboards, trashcans and bad urban planning, how blindness is a spectum, and most importandly: That web accessibility is a tool to build an inclusive society.

Interviewing persons with low vision for her day job at an Assistive Tech Development company, Laura is learning more about barriers every day. And enthusiastic about sharing it! With a special interest in all things accessibility (both online and of... Show more

Anil Pantangi

Anil Pantangi

Anil is an award-winning senior product, tech, and AI leader with over 15 years of experience managing large-scale enterprise platforms and consumer-grade products. He has a proven track record in leading high-performing teams through strategy, development, and change management.

Anil specializes in AI/ML initiatives, including conversational search, recommendation systems, and Generative AI, delivering significant business impact across various industries. His industry expertise spans telecom, media, education technology, and HR.

Professionally, Anil has held key roles at Amazon and Capgemini, driving AI-powered solutions, improving product adoption, and enhancing customer satisfaction. His AI/ML product strategy leadership has led to notable achievements in marketing, sales, and customer care platforms.

Anil is an official Forbes Technology Council member. He has been honored with several prestigious awards, including recently the top AI 75 leader.

Anil is an award-winning senior product, tech, and AI leader with over 15 years of experience managing large-scale enterprise platforms and consumer-grade products. He has a proven track record in leading high-performing teams through strategy, devel... Show more

Tom Scott

Tom Scott

Tom Scott Short Bio
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-scott-7172386/
Thomas Scott (Tom) is the CEO and Founder of CyberSherpas, a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) cybersecurity consulting firm. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the South Carolina Cybersecurity Association and Foundation. As the inaugural Director of the SC Cyber Consortium, he has been a key leader in the cyber education, cyber workforce development, and cyber protection efforts in both South Carolina and across the Nation.
With over 30 years of cybersecurity experience in both Florida and South Carolina, Tom has developed a wealth of knowledge and experience in protecting critical infrastructure and cyber assets. He currently holds certifications in information security, information auditing, security leadership, critical infrastructure protection, and project management – he is also recognized a FEMA Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) Practitioner.
Tom is a member of the FBI’s InfraGard program and serves as an advisory board member for the Dutch Fork High School Cyber program. He has actively participated as a member of the MS-ISAC’s Executive Committee as well as the USC School of Law Cybersecurity Task Force. Tom currently serves the academic community through board service to the Industry Advisory Board for the USC Integrated IT program, and at Florence-Darlington Tech and Aiken Tech.

Tom Scott Short Bio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-scott-7172386/ Thomas Scott (Tom) is the CEO and Founder of CyberSherpas, a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) cybersecurity consulting firm. He currently serves as th... Show more

Josh Luedeman

Josh Luedeman

Josh Luedeman is a Principal Solution Architect and Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where he drives strategy and execution for data, analytics, cloud architecture, and governance at enterprise scale. With more than a decade of hands-on experience across application support, database administration, business intelligence, and cloud modernization, Josh helps organizations across industries—including higher education, consulting, manufacturing, and software development—design and migrate complex analytics workloads to Microsoft Azure with confidence and agility. A recognized voice in the data community, he regularly speaks at industry events such as Microsoft Ignite, Live! 360, PASS Summit, SQLSaturday, and other technical conferences, and co-hosts the technical series Tales from the Field, where he explores real-world patterns and best practices with peers. His work blends deep technical expertise with practical insights that empower teams to harness the full value of cloud-native data platforms, analytics, and governance in pursuit of measurable business outcomes.

Josh Luedeman is a Principal Solution Architect and Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where he drives strategy and execution for data, analytics, cloud architecture, and governance at enterprise scale. With more than a decade of hands-on experience... Show more

Ed Williams

Ed Williams

I am a Power Platform Solutions Architect with over two decades of experience in the federal government sector. My passion lies in building innovative solutions that streamline operations, improve efficiency, and drive digital transformation. Specializing in Microsoft Power Platform and O365, I help organizations both in government and commercial spaces—leverage low-code technology to overcome traditional development barriers and accelerate solution delivery.

Through my work, I focus on simplifying complex processes, enabling automation, and fostering agility in decision-making. I also share insights and practical strategies for maximizing the Power Platform on my blog, Automate the Mundane, where I write about Power Apps, Power Automate, and other tools that make work easier.

I am a Power Platform Solutions Architect with over two decades of experience in the federal government sector. My passion lies in building innovative solutions that streamline operations, improve efficiency, and drive digital transformation. Special... Show more

Brigitte Bergery

Brigitte Bergery

Además de ser creadora de contenidos para gente de trabajo, facilito el encuentro entre personas y organizaciones a través de charlas, capacitaciones, búsqueda y selección de personal e incluso asesorías 1a1 habiendo acompañado ya a más de 300 profesionales de los más diversos rubros y senioritys.

Algunos de los temas que desarrollo:
➡️ Empleabilidad
➡️ Networking
➡️ Armado de CV
➡️ Uso de LinkedIn
➡️ Marca personal y redes sociales

Enseñar sobre empleabilidad es una tarea fundamental para avanzar en pos de lograr varios de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible: en Argentina solo 3 de cada 10 personas en edad laboral recibió información sobre empleabilidad durante la educación formal.

Participé en:
🧪 LABURAtorio (evento presencial organizado por Fundación Banco Nación)
🚀 CoderCamp by Coderhouse 3era Temporada.
☁️ AWS Community Day Argentina 2024 (evento presencial realizado en UADE).
▶️ Work Festival 2024 (evento presencial organizado por Takenos)

Confiaron en mi para brindar este conocimiento a sus alumnos:
📚 Dirección de Educación Técnica de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires
🖱 Potrero Digital
🌱 Escuela Técnica de Jardinería Cristobal Hicken
🚪 Puerta 18
💻 Digital NAO By TecMilenio
💻 Hackademy & HackWomen

Colaboro también con diferentes comunidades profesionales que buscan potenciar el desarrollo de sus integrantes:
💻 Sin Jr No Hay Sr
🌿 Clorofila
🔎 On Empleo
💼 CIMA Academy
💻 Share IT

Además de ser creadora de contenidos para gente de trabajo, facilito el encuentro entre personas y organizaciones a través de charlas, capacitaciones, búsqueda y selección de personal e incluso asesorías 1a1 habiendo acompañado ya a más de 300 profes... Show more

Chike Eduputa

Chike Eduputa

Chike Eduputa is a technology leader and Director specialising in AI, automation, and the future of work. He is the Head of Microsoft at Capgemini Invent UK. He works with government organisations and global companies to transform how work gets done by combining Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Copilot and AI agents into intelligent digital ecosystems.

With a strong focus on bridging strategy and delivery, Chike leads complex transformation programmes that turn AI ambition into measurable business outcomes. His work spans governance at scale, automation with AI agents, and building modern data-driven platforms.

He is an active member and regular speaker in the Microsoft community and is passionate about helping organisations move from experimentation to real-world impact with AI.

Chike Eduputa is a technology leader and Director specialising in AI, automation, and the future of work. He is the Head of Microsoft at Capgemini Invent UK. He works with government organisations and global companies to transform how work gets done ... Show more

Gregory Carpenter, DrPH

Gregory Carpenter, DrPH

Dr. Gregory Carpenter is a cybersecurity and biomedical systems strategist specializing in information warfare, deception, and the protection of complex, high-risk environments. He serves as Principal Partner at CW PENSEC, leading initiatives across cyber operations, medical device security, and global health systems.

A former U.S. Army cyber, medical service and counterintelligence professional with experience supporting national-level missions, his work focuses on how threats propagate across technical, biological, and cognitive systems.

Dr. Carpenter is a co-author of Reverse Deception and author of The Nation That Had to Be Built: Design, Loyalty, and the End of Conditional Union, a systems analysis of the evolution of the Constitution. He is a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, Special Operations Medical Association and a fellow at the Royal Society of the Arts.

Dr. Gregory Carpenter is a cybersecurity and biomedical systems strategist specializing in information warfare, deception, and the protection of complex, high-risk environments. He serves as Principal Partner at CW PENSEC, leading initiatives across ... Show more

Himanshu Patil

Himanshu Patil

Himanshu Patil is a cybersecurity professional and educator focused on cybersecurity awareness, digital risk understanding, and practical security education. His work centers on helping students, professionals, and organizations understand modern cyber threats and develop the skills needed to build safer digital environments.

With professional training in cybersecurity, cybercrime investigation, cyber law, and digital forensics, Himanshu has developed expertise in areas such as network security, OSINT investigation, metadata analysis, cyber threat awareness, and responsible cybersecurity practices.

He holds internationally recognized certifications including CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, and PMP, along with professional training in Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH), cybercrime investigation, and cyber forensic analysis.

Himanshu is actively involved in cybersecurity education and skill development, where he conducts training programs, cybersecurity workshops, and internship mentoring sessions for students and aspiring cybersecurity professionals. His teaching approach focuses on real-world cyber threats, practical security thinking, and responsible use of technology.

In addition to training, he is also engaged in cybersecurity research and academic work, including research on AI-assisted metadata and OSINT correlation for darknet investigations, exploring how analytical techniques can support digital investigations while maintaining legal and ethical compliance.

Through education, research, and community engagement, Himanshu works toward promoting cybersecurity awareness, responsible technology use, and stronger digital resilience in the modern connected world.

Himanshu Patil is a cybersecurity professional and educator focused on cybersecurity awareness, digital risk understanding, and practical security education. His work centers on helping students, professionals, and organizations understand modern cyb... Show more

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