Maaret Pyhäjärvi is an exploratory tester extraordinaire and Director, Consulting at CGI. She is a tester, (polyglot) programmer, speaker, author, conference designer and a community facilitator. She has been awarded prestigious testing awards, Most Influential Agile Testing Professional Person 2016 (MIATPP) and EuroSTAR Testing Excellence Award (2020), Tester Worth Appreciating (2022), and selected as Top-100 Most Influential in ICT in Finland 2019-2023.

Maaret Pyhäjärvi is an exploratory tester extraordinaire and Director, Consulting at CGI. She is a tester, (polyglot) programmer, speaker, author, conference designer and a community facilitator. She has been awarded prestigious testing awards, Most ... Show more

I bring over a decade of expertise in machine learning in highly competitive fields, backed by a PhD in Computer Science from ETH Zurich. For the past four years, I’ve been dedicated to advancing healthcare and cancer research, bridging the gap between AI innovation and clinical application as the CTO of kaiko.ai.

I bring over a decade of expertise in machine learning in highly competitive fields, backed by a PhD in Computer Science from ETH Zurich. For the past four years, I’ve been dedicated to advancing healthcare and cancer research, bridging the gap betwe... Show more

Carrie Randolph is a CISSP-certified cybersecurity leader and international speaker with fourteen years of experience. Prior to joining the private sector, Carrie was the CIO for the Oklahoma State Department of Education, with over a decade of public service.

Carrie has her Bachelors of Technology from Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology in Information Assurance and Digital Forensics, and she is a co-founder of BSides Oklahoma and a founding member of Techlahoma.

Carrie Randolph is a CISSP-certified cybersecurity leader and international speaker with fourteen years of experience. Prior to joining the private sector, Carrie was the CIO for the Oklahoma State Department of Education, with over a decade of publi... Show more

Colette Grail is a Big Data advocate and author of The Fallacy of Laying Flat - the Fuzzy, Hairy Truth about Data Decision Making. She authors work on emerging technology, data concepts, leadership, and inspiration. Her 25+ years in the US Navy include five major commands working policy, strategy and program management. She currently works for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) leading strategy development for the Emergency Communications Division. Her mission is reporting on the opportunities and challenges of the Big Data world and how Big Data is solving Big Problems.

Colette Grail is a Big Data advocate and author of The Fallacy of Laying Flat - the Fuzzy, Hairy Truth about Data Decision Making. She authors work on emerging technology, data concepts, leadership, and inspiration. Her 25+ years in the US Navy inc... Show more

Mike Hyzy is a Principal Consultant, author, and expert contributor for the BuiltIn Network, celebrated for his innovative approach to organizational strategy and product development. His expertise extends to motivational design and setting new standards in optimizing product experiences. Mike's new bestselling book, "Gamification for Product Excellence," is a seminal work that revolutionizes user engagement and fosters innovation. As an experienced conference speaker, Mike's insights and strategies have transformed businesses, seamlessly integrating strategy, technology, and human dynamics. His unique blend of strategic foresight and practical wisdom positions him as a vanguard in his field, steering organizations toward successful outcomes.

Mike Hyzy is a Principal Consultant, author, and expert contributor for the BuiltIn Network, celebrated for his innovative approach to organizational strategy and product development. His expertise extends to motivational design and setting new stand... Show more

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a unique position to talk about accessibility in the workplace. He has been working with technology for over 20 years with much of that time spent on creating business intelligence solutions and helping customers implement leading BI and cloud solutions. He is passionate about using data effectively and helping customers understand that data is valuable and profitable. Steve and his daughter, Kristyna, post regularly about Power BI, data engineering, and workplace enablement at their blog at http://www.dataonwheels.com.

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a ... Show more

Steve is a frequent and engaging keynoter, speaker, and trainer at over 150 events across North America, speaking to diverse audiences including families and individuals, business leaders, healthcare professionals, and the United States Military. Steve is passionate about the human sciences and wellbeing. He is currently writing a book. Having spent over 20 years as a passionate technologist, he also speaks about cognitive accessibility.

Steve is a frequent and engaging keynoter, speaker, and trainer at over 150 events across North America, speaking to diverse audiences including families and individuals, business leaders, healthcare professionals, and the United States Military. Ste... Show more

As an accomplished professional with over 9+ years of academic and industrial experience in business development, I have gained extensive exposure in international business. I have conducted numerous face-to-face meetings, visited clients and customers, and participated in exhibitions and seminars in over 15+ countries. I have also been fortunate to attend several conferences and close multiple sales deals, allowing me to gain a deep understanding of the market, import/export, and various technical aspects of different markets and products.

In addition to my expertise in sales management, project management, people management, communication, and team building, I also have experience in digital marketing, brand building, online ads, Facebook and Google, website creation, and content writing. As a visiting faculty member, mentor, and career advisor, I have trained numerous teams and individuals, helping them to develop their skills and achieve their career goals.

My reputation for being industrious, diligent, and resourceful has helped me become a sales tactician, leading a team of dedicated professionals. I am skilled in strategic planning, budgeting, branding, and product launching, which has helped me develop a reputation for delivering results and exceeding expectations.

Over the course of my career, I have successfully launched numerous products and services, built strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders, and identified and pursued new business opportunities.

As an accomplished professional with over 9+ years of academic and industrial experience in business development, I have gained extensive exposure in international business. I have conducted numerous face-to-face meetings, visited clients and custome... Show more

Hey there! I'm Gabrielle, a total product nerd with a real knack for getting things done efficiently and solving problems like a boss. My career has been all about product development, and I've got the track record to prove it- promotions and salary raises were like my middle name!

But you know what? As much as I rocked it in the corporate world, I started feeling like something was off. Being the perfect corporate steward just wasn't fulfilling the life I had in mind. It was time for a change!

So, I decided to follow my heart and chase a career that truly aligns with all parts of me- the mom, the visionary, the innovator, and the go-getter. I wanted a path that let me be all of that and more.

Now, with my infectious energy, passion for innovation, and dedication to excellence, I'm on a mission to create a career that fits perfectly with my life and everything that matters to me. It's a journey of intentionality. I still tackle incredibly complex business challenges & I think outside the box, all while getting to teach others to do the same and chase their own career confidence!

Cheers to chasing our dreams and embracing all the parts that make us who we are!

Hey there! I'm Gabrielle, a total product nerd with a real knack for getting things done efficiently and solving problems like a boss. My career has been all about product development, and I've got the track record to prove it- promotions and salary ... Show more

- Software Development/Architecture 15 years ⚡ - DevOps 12 years 🚀 - Azure Cloud 7 years ☁

Senior software developer with 15 years of experience specialized on Microsoft and Web technologies, enterprise solutions architecture, programming and Azure Cloud computing, PaaS, SaaS, focused on Application Life Cycle Management, DevOps, Cloud,

Passionate about ALM, Cloud, Serverless, Infrastructure as Code 🚀☁ keeping DevOps mindset about value. Providing many success stories like:
-Generate 6M$ savings/year (~70%, 2 days work)
-Delivering MVP Solution, winning 2 CES awards ( in 10 days work)

Worked with multiple Microsoft Technology's starting from .NET 1.1 and VS2003 up to .NET 6 and VS2022 , Microsoft SQL Server, Team Foundation Server, Visual Studio Team Services keeping the big and small picture what is going on.

Master of Computer Science from University of Warsaw

Specialties: DevOps, Azure, Cloud, C#, .NET, ALM, MS-SQL, Systems Architecture and Design, Git, T, multi layer applications, Open Source, Azure DevOps, Azure Cloud PaaS, SaaS.

Certifications:
-Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
-Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
-Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
-Specialty: Microsoft Certified: Azure IoT Developer Specialty
-Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
-Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Web Applications (Charter)
-Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer: Web Applications (Inactive)
-Microsoft Certified Professional: Microsoft Certified Professional
-Microsoft Specialist: Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3
-Trainer: MCT Enrollment
-Azure Hero - Content Hero
-Azure Hero - Maker
-OpenHack: DevOps
-DevOps Leader (DOL)® Certification
-DevSecOps Foundation (DSOF) Certification
-Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Foundation Certification
-DevOps Foundation® Certification
-Friends of BI Master - Power BI
-Friends of BI Wizard - Power BI
-Friends of BI Builder - Power BI
-D&A Extended DevOps (level 1) at P&G
-Certified SAFe® 5 Practitioner
-Certified SAFe® 5 Agilist
-Information security in the cloud according to ISO / IEC 27017: 2015

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- Software Development/Architecture 15 years ⚡ - DevOps 12 years 🚀 - Azure Cloud 7 years ☁ Senior software developer with 15 years of experience specialized on Microsoft and Web technologies, enterprise solutions architecture, programming and Azu... Show more

Ranjan Relan is a AI and Data Strategy Consultant. He has more than 13+ years of experience in the field of data analytics and what he calls ABC of new technology i.e. AI, Big data and cloud computing. Ranjan Relan has advised multiple Fortune 100 firms on data strategy and adoption of AI. He also has advised and mentored education startups such as upgrad.com, udacity.com , HT funded Digiperform, etc.

Here are some of links of his speaking/mentoring/authoring course/talks etc.

-Author of "OPtimizing Microsoft AI solutions" course https://app.pluralsight.com/profile/author/ranjan-relan
-Industrial mentor for designing Upgrad.com course on PG Diploma on Big Data
-Mentor for Data Science – Udacity.com
-Writing book on AI/Machine Learning with BPB publishers (India’s largest publishing house for Computer Science books)
-Completed master equivalent course from ISB Hyderabad (Business Analytics)
-Guest Speaker: IIM Kashipur (India's top B school) (https://www.twipu.com/IIMKsp/tweet/1165150944956305408)
-Guest Speaker: IIM Jammu (India's top B school)
https://www.facebook.com/iimjammu/posts/data-is-the-new-oil-artificial-intelligence-is-the-new-electricityindustry-inter/3262654417094899/

Ranjan Relan is a AI and Data Strategy Consultant. He has more than 13+ years of experience in the field of data analytics and what he calls ABC of new technology i.e. AI, Big data and cloud computing. Ranjan Relan has advised multiple Fortune 100 ... Show more

Former rocket scientist and USAF Fighter Pilot -- now a SQL Server geek. Past opportunities include free-lance technical writer for PC Magazine, Senior Software Manager for government sponsored munitions effectiveness committee, and IT Director for Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (9 years), Currently senior database consultant for several companies. Ideal job is stored procedure and query performance tuning or TSQL instruction. Presenter at many SQL Saturdays in US, Europe, and Australia.

Specialties
SQL Server performance tuning; database (OLTP & OLAP) architecture; trouble-shooting; teaching TSQL (Basic through Advanced).

Former rocket scientist and USAF Fighter Pilot -- now a SQL Server geek. Past opportunities include free-lance technical writer for PC Magazine, Senior Software Manager for government sponsored munitions effectiveness committee, and IT Director for T... Show more

I am an IT professional specializing in the Life Science and Industrial Manufacturing industry. Over my 20-year career at IBM, I have developed a blend of industry experience, a comprehensive understanding of AI and Analytics, and strategic solutioning skills. My journey is marked by achievements that reflect my role in IT solutioning functions, and I have been honored with awards like IBM's 'Client and Partner Success Award – 2023' and 'Growth Award -2023'. My work has impacted large pharmaceutical companies and industrial manufacturing industries, particularly in the United States. I have been part of efforts to provide IT solutions against counterfeit drugs and implement AI/ML-powered predictive demand and automated replenishment capabilities. Through AI-driven technologies, I have contributed to solutions that enhance cybersecurity and guarantee the authenticity and safety of medications worldwide. My professional experience has taken me to various parts of the world, including the USA, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, and Australia. This multicultural experience has given me insights into global organizational challenges, reinforcing my commitment to addressing critical issues.

I am an IT professional specializing in the Life Science and Industrial Manufacturing industry. Over my 20-year career at IBM, I have developed a blend of industry experience, a comprehensive understanding of AI and Analytics, and strategic solutioni... Show more

As a Microsoft Stack Enterprise Architect I have worked with customers, Partners and Microsoft to support in the delivery of complex CRM & ERP solutions and requirements. Technology Transformations often end up overcomplicated simply because people make them that way and my goal is to try and stop that! We can make it simpler so lets do this!

As a Microsoft Stack Enterprise Architect I have worked with customers, Partners and Microsoft to support in the delivery of complex CRM & ERP solutions and requirements. Technology Transformations often end up overcomplicated simply because people m... Show more

Hello. I’m Nikola and I'm an experienced software architect. I’m motivated by big problems, and if you’ve got some, I can help solve them.

I consider myself a problem solver, and an active thinker. Most of my time I am defining, designing, and implementing highly secure, highly available applications in cloud environments. I have been organizing the build process, getting user and customer feedback, and connecting the pieces into magnificent software solutions.

I love working with people to do things bigger than I could accomplish alone. Currently, I am working within the Sanofi Technology, Expertise and Innovation as Web Application Platform Manager.

Earlier, I worked as a Managing Officer | Principal Software Architect in Movilitas. I trained and led an amazing team of developers. Together we built a successful SaaS solution for the supply chain domain Movilitas.Cloud.

If you are interested in learning more about me check out my website:

https://kovacevic.dev

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolakovacevic/

and don't forget to follow me on Twitter:

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Hello. I’m Nikola and I'm an experienced software architect. I’m motivated by big problems, and if you’ve got some, I can help solve them. I consider myself a problem solver, and an active thinker. Most of my time I am defining, designing, and imp... Show more

As a Technical Evangelist, Marco Coulter is passionate about the experience humans have when interacting with technology. A former startup CTO, Marco has progressed from operator to leadership roles at CSC, CA Technologies, and more recently 451 Research, where he led the data science team. He earned the nickname "the tech-whisperer" for his skills in translating business drivers for a technical audience and technical concepts for business leaders. Marco is a proud DevOps Ambassador for the DevOps Institute. When taking the rare break from technology, Marco can be found harvesting fresh vegetables from his NYC garden.

As a Technical Evangelist, Marco Coulter is passionate about the experience humans have when interacting with technology. A former startup CTO, Marco has progressed from operator to leadership roles at CSC, CA Technologies, and more recently 451 Rese... Show more

Gregor has been developing and teaching software engineering since 2000 and has a passion for writing code which is easy to read and to maintain.

He consults as a software engineer and architect and presents on technical topics that address all aspects of full stack development.

Gregor is an active Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and loves learning as much as he does teaching. His current certifications include MCSD: App Builder, MCSA: Web Applications, and AWS Developer Associate.

When he is not programming, Gregor loves spending time with his family, coaching his kids, working with wood or improving his home.

Gregor has been developing and teaching software engineering since 2000 and has a passion for writing code which is easy to read and to maintain. He consults as a software engineer and architect and presents on technical topics that address all a... Show more

Sai Teja Kotagiri is a cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience securing large-scale enterprise and public-sector environments, with a strong focus on vulnerability management, network security, web application security, and threat detection. He currently works as a Network Security Analyst, supporting critical health systems and protecting sensitive data including PHI and PII.

Sai’s expertise spans the full lifecycle of security operations — from identifying and prioritizing high-risk vulnerabilities to implementing defensive controls and validating remediation. He has led enterprise-wide vulnerability management programs using Tenable.io, Tenable.sc, Qualys, and Veracode, helping organizations reduce risk through data-driven remediation and measurable security outcomes.

In the area of application and network security, Sai has designed, deployed, and managed Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and Palo Alto firewalls, onboarding production applications, tuning OWASP Top 10 protections, and integrating security telemetry into SIEM platforms. His work includes WAF policy design, false-positive reduction, SSL/TLS hardening, secure cookie enforcement, and real-time attack monitoring.

Sai also brings strong experience in SIEM and threat detection, having built dashboards, alerts, and analytics using Microsoft Sentinel, NetWitness, Splunk, and QRadar. He actively monitors cyber threat intelligence (CTI) from sources such as CISA, US-CERT, and MS-ISAC, correlating indicators of compromise with internal telemetry to support rapid incident response.

Previously, Sai worked across financial and enterprise environments where he supported endpoint security (CrowdStrike Falcon), email and phishing analysis (KnowBe4, Phisher), DLP investigations, and patch management workflows integrated with ServiceNow and Archer GRC. His work consistently bridges technical depth with governance, risk, and compliance expectations, including NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and healthcare security requirements.

Sai is passionate about sharing practical, real-world security knowledge with the community. His speaking interests focus on vulnerability risk reduction, WAF strategy, SIEM-driven detection, and securing legacy applications in modern threat landscapes. He brings an engineering-first perspective grounded in operational experience, making his sessions highly relevant for practitioners and security leaders alike.

Sai Teja Kotagiri is a cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience securing large-scale enterprise and public-sector environments, with a strong focus on vulnerability management, network security, web application security, and threat detecti... Show more

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Feed Focus and Starve Distractions Mpumelelo Pinky IT Support Sip and Cloud Community Founder CloudBoost and Faith Inspired Tech with Pinky AWS Certified Cloud Ambassador Tech Mentor and Community Volunteer AI Engineer in Training Show more

Venkata Pavan Kumar Gummadi is a seasoned API MuleSoft Architect with over 18 years of experience leading enterprise integration projects across financial services, insurance, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors. Currently at Broadridge Financials, he manages a team of 25 consultants and spearheaded the award-winning Wealth InFocus platform, a cloud-based, API driven solution that transforms investor communications for wealth management firms. As a triple-certified MuleSoft professional (Integration Architect, Platform Architect, and Developer), he brings deep expertise in designing and implementing RESTful and SOAP APIs, orchestrating complex integrations across systems, including Salesforce, AWS, SAP, and legacy mainframes, while leveraging technologies such as MuleSoft Anypoint Platform, DataWeave, and CloudHub. His career spans notable organizations, including National Grid, New York Life Insurance, and The Hartford, where he has consistently delivered high-impact solutions by bridging technical and business objectives, optimizing performance and capacity planning, and mentoring development teams through Agile methodologies. With proficiency in Java, Python, .NET, and emerging AI automation capabilities, Venkata combines architectural vision with hands-on technical excellence to drive digital transformation initiatives that achieve measurable business results.

Venkata Pavan Kumar Gummadi is a seasoned API MuleSoft Architect with over 18 years of experience leading enterprise integration projects across financial services, insurance, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors. Currently at Broadridge Financ... Show more

Greg Warnock is an entrepreneur, investor, and mentor with over forty years of experience in launching, scaling, and guiding companies across diverse industries. He is the co-founder and managing director of a growth capital firm that works closely with expansion-stage businesses to support their growth through strong governance, operational leadership, and strategic market access. By collaborating directly with founders, he helps enhance go-to-market strategies, build leadership capacity, and accelerate market entry. The firm has invested in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and consumer services, achieving more than $5 billion in exits by 2020. He has played a central role in shaping these outcomes through a hands-on and disciplined approach.

He also co-founded a platform focused on the food and beverage industry, offering operational support and growth capital to early-stage restaurant concepts. With his direction, the platform has enabled several brands to grow by improving unit economics, expanding multi-location operations, optimizing supply chains, and preserving culture during rapid scaling. This effort has helped build some of the fastest-growing restaurant groups in the country.

Earlier in his investment career, he co-founded a venture capital firm dedicated to early-stage opportunities in information technology and life sciences. As managing director, he helped establish the firm as a key player in its region before it merged with another to continue its investment legacy.

He also served as Chairman and CEO of a publicly traded SPAC, which he led to a successful public listing in 2023. Under his leadership, the company completed a business combination with a SaaS-focused acquirer based in Brazil, expanding his investment footprint internationally.

Before moving into venture and growth capital, he founded and operated companies in technology, consumer products, biotechnology, and marketing. He also led more than 20 mergers and acquisitions, gaining significant experience in complex transactions and strategic development.

In 2008, he launched an entrepreneurship education initiative and co-founded a philanthropic foundation in Utah. Holding degrees in Computer Science, Human Resources Management, and a PhD in Entrepreneurship and Venture Finance, Greg Warnock continues to support business growth, founder mentorship, and community impact.

Greg Warnock is an entrepreneur, investor, and mentor with over forty years of experience in launching, scaling, and guiding companies across diverse industries. He is the co-founder and managing director of a growth capital firm that works closely w... Show more

CSG is your trusted advisor in government program modernization.

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Engineering Manager @Doctolib

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Melissa Schoonmaker, LCSW, serves as the Project Director III for the Child Welfare and Attendance Unit at the Los Angeles County Office of Education. With over three decades of experience in education and social work, she supports school districts and charter schools across L.A. County in areas such as attendance, enrollment, student discipline, homelessness, interdistrict permits, and more. Melissa holds a bachelor's degree from UC Irvine and a master's in social work from USC. She has dedicated her career to advancing equity and access for vulnerable youth.

Melissa Schoonmaker, LCSW, serves as the Project Director III for the Child Welfare and Attendance Unit at the Los Angeles County Office of Education. With over three decades of experience in education and social work, she supports school districts a... Show more

Thomas Fricke has been working with containers and Kubernetes for 7 years, with Linux and networks for 30 and with computers for 40. His focus is on security in KRITIS environments (energy, health care) and the agile transformations that are necessary in these environments. He is a freelancer, founder (Endocode, Resility), and volunteers on various boards, including the IT Planning Council.

Thomas Fricke has been working with containers and Kubernetes for 7 years, with Linux and networks for 30 and with computers for 40. His focus is on security in KRITIS environments (energy, health care) and the agile transformations that are necessar... Show more

Dr. Michael Piepkorn is a clinical dermatologist and dermatopathologist with more than 50 years of experience, specializing in the diagnosis of complex skin diseases. His expertise focuses on skin pathology, particularly melanoma and psoriasis. He currently evaluates skin biopsies at Dermatopathology Northwest in Seattle and serves patients through a specialized pigmented lesion and melanoma clinic at the University of Washington’s Roosevelt facility.

Over the course of his career, Michael Piepkorn, MD, has earned board certifications in pathology, dermatology, and dermatopathology, reflecting his broad training across related medical fields. He has held teaching and research positions at both the University of Utah and the University of Washington. His scientific impact includes helping identify the essential familial melanoma gene p16/CDKN2A, a discovery that advanced understanding of the biology of hereditary skin cancer.

Michael Piepkorn, PhD, has published more than 170 scientific articles on topics including diagnostic accuracy in melanocytic lesions, second-opinion strategies, staging methods, and changes in melanoma classification terminology. His research has influenced how pathologists approach challenging skin tumors and how to improve consistency in interpretation. In recognition of his contributions, he received a distinguished honor from the American Society of Dermatopathology in 2004 for excellence in melanoma research.

Alongside his scientific achievements, he has guided numerous trainees in dermatology and dermatopathology, supporting their development in both clinical and laboratory settings. His dedication to teaching has brought him multiple awards from the University of Washington, and his influence continues through the Michael Piepkorn Endowed Chair in Dermatology Research. His mentorship has strengthened the next generation of specialists working to advance the study of melanoma and other skin diseases.

Dr. Piepkorn completed his medical degree at the University of Minnesota in 1973 and earned his PhD at the University of Washington in 1980, later holding joint faculty roles in Dermatology and Pathology. He completed residency training at UW and previously studied at Gustavus Adolphus College. Outside his medical work, he enjoys gardening, landscaping, backpacking, mountaineering, and photographing natural landscapes. These interests highlight his appreciation for nature and his commitment to staying active and connected to the outdoors.

Dr. Michael Piepkorn is a clinical dermatologist and dermatopathologist with more than 50 years of experience, specializing in the diagnosis of complex skin diseases. His expertise focuses on skin pathology, particularly melanoma and psoriasis. He cu... Show more

Brandie Allen is an author, speaker, and Therapist dedicated to helping women stop settling and reclaim the lives they truly want. She is the author of The Power of Self-Mastery: Changing Your Life Through Discovery, Exploration, and Transformation, and her work focuses on guiding women to step into their worth, elevate their mindset, and redesign their lives with purpose and confidence.

Brandie Allen is an author, speaker, and Therapist dedicated to helping women stop settling and reclaim the lives they truly want. She is the author of The Power of Self-Mastery: Changing Your Life Through Discovery, Exploration, and Transformation, ... Show more

Unnati is working as a R&D Engineer Software 2 at VMware by Broadcom, India. Currently working with the Release Engg team of the Tanzu Kubernetes Grid. She has been active in Open Source community since 2019 and has also participated in many Hackathons, bagging prizes in few of them. She enjoys giving talks at local conferences. When not working, she enjoys dancing and making Tech YouTube videos.

Unnati is working as a R&D Engineer Software 2 at VMware by Broadcom, India. Currently working with the Release Engg team of the Tanzu Kubernetes Grid. She has been active in Open Source community since 2019 and has also participated in many Hackatho... Show more

Dr. Vivek Kumar is currently a Research Scientist at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. Prior to this, he was a postdoctoral researcher at the chair of Open-Source Intelligence at the University of the Bundeswehr, Germany, where he coordinated STELAR, an EU Horizon 2020 program targeting the agri-food sector. Dr. Kumar received a Marie Sklodowska-Curie fellowship in 2019 for the EU's Horizon 2020 program, PhilHumans, where he worked with Philips Research, Netherlands, & the University of Cagliari, Italy, to receive a doctorate in 2023. His current research focuses on NLP, LLMs, Mental Health, AI Bias, Knowledge Graphs & Domain Adaptation.

Dr. Vivek Kumar is currently a Research Scientist at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. Prior to this, he was a postdoctoral researcher at the chair of Open-Source Intelligence at the University of the Bundeswehr, Germany, where he coordinated STELAR, ... Show more

Karan B. Patel is a Software Engineer III at Google, where he leads the development of high-traffic systems for Google Kids accounts, focusing on account creation, sign-in services, and secure communication features. With over 11 years of software development experience, Karan has contributed to platforms at Google, Cisco Systems, and healthcare technology companies.
He holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Dallas and specializes in full-stack development using TypeScript, JavaScript, Java, Kotlin, and Angular. Karan's expertise spans web applications, mobile platforms, machine learning, and enterprise systems, with a proven track record of improving system performance, reducing technical debt, and delivering scalable solutions.
Currently based in Mountain View, California, Karan combines strong technical leadership with hands-on development experience, having successfully migrated legacy systems, redesigned critical user flows, and mentored development teams throughout his career.

Karan B. Patel is a Software Engineer III at Google, where he leads the development of high-traffic systems for Google Kids accounts, focusing on account creation, sign-in services, and secure communication features. With over 11 years of software de... Show more