She writes logic and ML models for a living. She is also passionate about health informatics,open source sourcery and tech communities.

She writes logic and ML models for a living. She is also passionate about health informatics,open source sourcery and tech communities. Show more

Martín Merino is a partner at BeUpFlow, a team of consultants who develop senior talent to help companies transform and boost their growth. As an Agile Professional, he develops interdisciplinary transformation projects promoting intrapreneurship and applying Agile methodologies. He is a trainer, mentor, coach and content creator.

Author of the book "Lean Blitz: Mejora tu proceso de negocio radicalmente" (https://amzn.eu/d/aFwId7R)

With a degree in Physical Sciences, he has studied Business Innovation Management and Management and specialized in various agile methodologies such as Design Thinking, Lean Startup, Scrum, Kanban, etc. He has been trained as an Agile Coach by the Telefónica Agile Academy and is certified as a Scrum Master Professional, Lean Change agent, Team Kanban Practitioner or SAFe agilist, among others.

With more than 9 years of experience as a strategic and transformation consultant in companies in the telco sector, he has worked on innovation and efficiency projects in operations and network areas, putting models such as Lean Management and Agile into practice.

He is a collaborating professor in the University Expert Program in agile methodologies at the International University of La Rioja (UNIR) in Spain and is part of its mentoring program for university students.

In accordance with his commitment to sustainability and rural and natural development, he lives in a small town far from Madrid surrounded by mountains, forests and enjoying his animals.

Martín Merino is a partner at BeUpFlow, a team of consultants who develop senior talent to help companies transform and boost their growth. As an Agile Professional, he develops interdisciplinary transformation projects promoting intrapreneurship and... Show more

Reneida has over 15 years of experience leading product management, UX and business strategy initiatives in various industries, from EdTech, eCommerce and Economic Development to the Life Sciences. Her solutions have spanned Web, mobile and API services for both DTC and SaaS companies. Throughout these experiences, end-user data products have emerged as a common denominator, informing her framework approach to managing high value analytics interfaces. Based in South Florida and originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Reneida is fluent in English and Spanish. She has a BSBA from the University of Florida and MBA from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Reneida has over 15 years of experience leading product management, UX and business strategy initiatives in various industries, from EdTech, eCommerce and Economic Development to the Life Sciences. Her solutions have spanned Web, mobile and API servi... Show more

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI.
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Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experience (Now retired), criminal profiling, and teaching experience (adjunct professor). Crux has now taken his years of experience, education research, and training; to incorporate novel methods of teaching/learning. Crux has utilized his background in Psychology, Team Building, and Behavioral Profiling to implement said methods to take out the law-enforcement aspect and make these skills people/civilian practical.

#Cybersecurity, #CriminalProfile, #Ninja, #Keynote, #Speaker, #TeamBuilding #TeamDynamics #TechPsychology, #Security, #DevopSec
Law Enforcement experience:

•Homicide Detective
•Criminal Profiler
•Gang Unit Specialist Detective
•Hostage Negotiator
•Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer
•School Resources Officer (SRO)
•Five years as a Special Agent with the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND (DHS)

Now retired, Crux worked as a Homicide Detective, Criminal Profiler, and Hostage Negotiator with the Fort Wayne (Indiana) Police Dept.

Teaching experience:
Currently, Crux is an Adjunct Professor:

•Psychology
•Business Psychology
•Social Media Psychology
•Criminal Profiling
•Criminal Behavior
•Computer Psychology
•Sociology (Group Dynamics)

Education:

•Bachelor of Science degree; Criminology (Ball State University, 1994).

•Master’s degree; Forensic Psychology (Walden University, 2012).

•Currently, a Ph.D. Candidate (Forensic Psychology) at Walden University

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI. Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49 Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experi... Show more

David is a consulting professional with multiple years in developing reports using business intelligence techniques. Specializing in the Business Intelligence and Project Management space with extraordinary depth in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualizations, Portfolio Management, and Expert in the use of Power BI.

David’s experience is specialized in Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Education, and Medical Supply. But he has worked in many other industries as well.

David is a consulting professional with multiple years in developing reports using business intelligence techniques. Specializing in the Business Intelligence and Project Management space with extraordinary depth in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data... Show more

I am a former physician with clinical background in divergent cognition: how thinking processes work under different conditions. For the past year I have applied that lens to large language models, conducting systematic empirical research across multiple architectures. My studies challenge several widely held assumptions about LLM behaviour, including the effectiveness of structured prompt engineering, the nature of hallucinations, and the conditions under which reasoning capacity is suppressed or expressed. I do not approach these systems as an engineer, but by using my training to observe how minds actually behave, which sometimes means seeing things that standard benchmarks miss.

I am a former physician with clinical background in divergent cognition: how thinking processes work under different conditions. For the past year I have applied that lens to large language models, conducting systematic empirical research across mult... Show more

Jess is a seasoned leader, speaker, and author with deep tech industry experience since the mid-2000s.

She has coached hundreds, combining empathy, real-world insight, and practical expertise.

Focused on generative AI and immersive learning dojos, she’s a leading voice in AI-driven performance. As the author of The Dojo Coach’s Pocket Guide, Jess distills her diverse experience into action, helping organizations maximize their performance.

Jess is a seasoned leader, speaker, and author with deep tech industry experience since the mid-2000s. She has coached hundreds, combining empathy, real-world insight, and practical expertise. Focused on generative AI and immersive learning doj... Show more

Mohamed Amine DHIAB is a 29-year-old Senior Software & AI Engineer at Get Mika GmbH in Berlin, where he builds AI-powered accounting applications using agentic systems.

With over 7 years of experience in Machine Learning & AI, Mohamed previously served as Senior ML Engineer at Konfuzio and AI Research Scientist at TU Berlin's DAI-Labor, developing ML models for AI-assisted pathology and production systems. His technical expertise spans Computer Vision, NLP, NLU, X-AI, MLOps, and full-stack development with modern TypeScript frameworks.

As a former Founding Engineer & CTO, Mohamed combines deep technical skills with leadership experience, specializing in deploying cutting-edge ML models into production and building scalable web applications. He's passionate about applying AI to solve real-world business challenges.

Mohamed Amine DHIAB is a 29-year-old Senior Software & AI Engineer at Get Mika GmbH in Berlin, where he builds AI-powered accounting applications using agentic systems. With over 7 years of experience in Machine Learning & AI, Mohamed previously s... Show more

With more than a decade of experience across data engineering and cybersecurity, Niladri is a well-rounded professional currently serving as Lead Engineer – Threat Detection and Automation at StoneX Group. In this role, he works on strengthening cyber defense, improving observability, and building secure, scalable data and AI systems. His career spans key positions at global organizations such as Cognizant, Eli Lilly, Accenture, and KPMG, where he led initiatives in eDiscovery, digital forensics, GRC, security engineering, and cloud engineering.

Blending deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, he approaches complex challenges at the intersection of data, threat operations, and governance. His recent work focuses on areas like synthetic media abuse, deepfake detection, adversarial AI in enterprise settings, and the development of machine learning models and real-world AI systems that address tangible business problems, along with strong expertise in AI guardrails and model exploitation protection.

With more than a decade of experience across data engineering and cybersecurity, Niladri is a well-rounded professional currently serving as Lead Engineer – Threat Detection and Automation at StoneX Group. In this role, he works on strengthening cybe... Show more

AI ERP Solution Architect at Cegeka specializing in Pharma & Medtech industry solutions with a focus on AI and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management.

AI ERP Solution Architect at Cegeka specializing in Pharma & Medtech industry solutions with a focus on AI and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management. Show more

Mohamed Maged is a Tech Lead at MobiMatter, a Dubai-based travel eSIM company providing instant mobile connectivity across 150+ countries. He builds and secures infrastructure handling high-volume transactions at scale, working across React Native, Node.js, Azure,AWS, and Tailscale. Mohamed recently presented "MongoDB Index Design That Actually Works" at the first Dubai MongoDB User Group meetup, delivering live performance demos to the local developer community. He is also a co-inventor on an AI patent for automated document evaluation systems

Mohamed Maged is a Tech Lead at MobiMatter, a Dubai-based travel eSIM company providing instant mobile connectivity across 150+ countries. He builds and secures infrastructure handling high-volume transactions at scale, working across React Native, N... Show more

Josefin Hahn is a certified nature mental trainer with professional roots as a lawyer in the field of renewable energies. From this time, she knows exactly what mental load, high pressure and complex decisions mean. Today, she combines nature awareness, mental self-management and mindfulness to help people achieve greater inner peace, strength and relaxed thinking – in a working world that is often fast-paced and demanding. She also works as a coach and speaker.

Josefin Hahn is a certified nature mental trainer with professional roots as a lawyer in the field of renewable energies. From this time, she knows exactly what mental load, high pressure and complex decisions mean. Today, she combines nature awarene... Show more

Microsoft infrastructure specialist with over 20 years of experience in implementing, operating, and securing complex IT environments for large organizations. Specialized in leading Microsoft 365 migration projects, delivering solutions that are both technically robust and aligned with strategic business goals.

In recent years, the focus has shifted toward cybersecurity, with deep expertise in Zero Trust architecture, Active Directory tiering and hardening, data loss prevention (DLP), and Microsoft Purview Information Protection.

Over the past year, particular attention has been given to data security in a Copilot-enabled environment. With Microsoft Copilot becoming a key part of the modern workplace, extensive experience has been gained in helping organizations manage the associated security and compliance risks ensuring that Copilot serves as a controlled and value-generating platform rather than a potential data exposure.

Combines strong technical capabilities with a solid understanding of regulatory requirements and operational practices across both public and private sectors. Supports organizations in navigating the evolving, AI-driven IT landscape with clarity, control, and confidence.

Microsoft infrastructure specialist with over 20 years of experience in implementing, operating, and securing complex IT environments for large organizations. Specialized in leading Microsoft 365 migration projects, delivering solutions that are both... Show more

Kosseila is a Founder and Principal Cloud Consultant at CloudThrill, with a strong focus on Multi Cloud solutions. His expertise extends to multiple industries, including telco, startup, healthcare, and banking. He has an Oracle ACE Pro recognition for his community contributions. His core expertise includes Cloud Automation (IaC), AI Infra, Inference deployments, DevOps, Kubernetes, CI/CD, DevSecOps, Identity/Secret Management, and LLMOps.
As a Curious, open-minded individual, Kosseila is always exploring emerging tech and is actively involved in the community through speaking at conferences (Hashitalks, Devox, OracleCloud World, DevOpsStage, CivoNavigate), Contributing to open source AI projects (vllm), blogging, leading a podcast (Tech Beats Unplugged) and AI community (TAICO).

Kosseila is a Founder and Principal Cloud Consultant at CloudThrill, with a strong focus on Multi Cloud solutions. His expertise extends to multiple industries, including telco, startup, healthcare, and banking. He has an Oracle ACE Pro recognition f... Show more

I build products that sit somewhere between “this is actually useful” and “wait... you built this in a weekend?”

Most days I’m connecting AI systems to mobile apps, optimizing latency, shipping side projects, or teaching myself things I probably didn’t need to learn at 1am.

Flutter developer. AI tinkerer. Recovering perfectionist.

Currently exploring the intersection of AI agents, developer tooling, and thoughtful product engineering.

I build products that sit somewhere between “this is actually useful” and “wait... you built this in a weekend?” Most days I’m connecting AI systems to mobile apps, optimizing latency, shipping side projects, or teaching myself things I probably d... Show more

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecurity, he has led enterprise programs across both civilian and defense contracting environments. Elliott brings a strategic, systems-level approach to helping organizations anticipate risk, align with regulatory expectations, and build resilient, threat-informed security practices.

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecur... Show more

I am an iOS developer at the MSU Apple Developer Academy, where I built a production Vision Pro cardiac emergency training simulator in partnership with Henry Ford Health. The app integrates a real-time C++ physiology engine, AHA ACLS-compliant scenarios, and is the only app of its kind on visionOS.

I am an iOS developer at the MSU Apple Developer Academy, where I built a production Vision Pro cardiac emergency training simulator in partnership with Henry Ford Health. The app integrates a real-time C++ physiology engine, AHA ACLS-compliant scena... Show more

Simone is a 32 year old scuba dive fanatic, who loves to dance, sing and go on adventures. She lives in Amsterdam and is currently working for OpenValue Amsterdam, for who she's a Java and Kotlin software developer consultant.

She loves to be in a group, mingle, collaborate, talk and explain. But she wouldn’t want to work without the excitement and satisfaction she feels when developing a new feature. She's defined by the combination: social but nerdy!

Simone is a 32 year old scuba dive fanatic, who loves to dance, sing and go on adventures. She lives in Amsterdam and is currently working for OpenValue Amsterdam, for who she's a Java and Kotlin software developer consultant. She loves to be i... Show more

Pavan Kumar Kodati is a Lead Data Engineer / Senior Data Engineer with 12+ years of professional experience in delivering enterprise-grade application solutions across Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Entertainment, Financial Services, Geotechnical, and Marketing & Sales industries. He has worked across all phases of the development lifecycle, with strong expertise in data engineering, cloud platforms, big data processing, AI-driven architectures, ETL/ELT pipelines, and enterprise data warehousing.
Pavan’s recent experience includes working with Citi Bank, where he designed and built AI agentic architectures using LLMs, Google Vertex AI, Claude, PyTorch, and FastAPI for Critical Data Element discovery, metadata mapping, lineage tracing, and data governance workflows. He has also developed API-driven metadata ingestion frameworks, optimized PostgreSQL schemas, and integrated scalable AI inference pipelines for enterprise applications.
Previously, at NASDAQ, Pavan led the migration of Ruby-based data pipelines to Python 3 on AWS, building scalable and secure data platforms using Lambda, S3, EMR, Glue, EC2, SNS, and IAM. He has engineered petabyte-scale data ingestion pipelines using Apache Spark, PySpark, Scala, Databricks, and Kafka, supporting both batch and real-time data processing workloads.
His experience also includes building and optimizing data solutions for Novo Nordisk, USAA, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Florida Blue, Haley and Aldrich, Sree Venkateshwara Power Controls, and Cognizant Technology Solutions. Across these roles, he has worked extensively with AWS, Azure, Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Snowflake, Redshift, Databricks, Airflow, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Python, SQL, Scala, Tableau, and Power BI.
Pavan holds an MSIT and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts Boston, along with a BTECH from JNTU. His background combines strong technical expertise, cloud data engineering, AI/ML pipeline development, data governance, DevOps automation, and business-focused analytics, making him a highly experienced professional in enterprise data modernization and cloud-based analytics platforms.

Pavan Kumar Kodati is a Lead Data Engineer / Senior Data Engineer with 12+ years of professional experience in delivering enterprise-grade application solutions across Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Entertainment, Financial Services, Geotechnical, and ... Show more

Sarah Kundla is a facilitator, speaker, and Gallup Certified Coach focused on leadership development, emotional intelligence, and helping teams work better together.

Her approach is shaped by research, experience, and a genuine curiosity about how communication styles, cultural norms, and human dynamics influence the way people lead, relate, and grow in today’s modern landscape. Having lived and worked across different cultures around the world, Sarah brings a global perspective to every room she walks into.

Sarah has delivered training for 1,800+ professionals across the U.S. and internationally, and spoken at conferences including Worthington Steel's LEARN & LEAD Conferences (2020, 2023, 2025), WitCon (2025), and CodeMash (2026). Her sessions blend research-backed frameworks with real-world scenarios, so participants leave with tools and skills they can apply right away.

To view her recent speaking activity, visit Sarah’s LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-kundla/.
Learn more about what Sarah offers through her company at www.questinginsight.com.

Sarah Kundla is a facilitator, speaker, and Gallup Certified Coach focused on leadership development, emotional intelligence, and helping teams work better together. Her approach is shaped by research, experience, and a genuine curiosity about how... Show more

Radoslav Gatev is an experienced solution architect and consultant, specializing in designing and building complex solutions in Microsoft Azure.

His expertise lies in crafting highly performant and resilient applications that maximize the efficiency of the cloud for companies worldwide, ranging from startups to enterprises. Radoslav is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for Microsoft Azure, recognized for his ongoing contributions to the community. With an unwavering passion for staying at the forefront of technology, he embraces the cutting-edge and constantly seeks innovative approaches.

Radoslav Gatev is an experienced solution architect and consultant, specializing in designing and building complex solutions in Microsoft Azure. His expertise lies in crafting highly performant and resilient applications that maximize the efficie... Show more

Why This Speaker Belongs at Technical Conferences
Most technical conferences focus on systems, infrastructure, and performance — yet few address the human operating system behind the work.
Founders, engineers, and startup leaders operate under relentless pressure while managing stress, emotional suppression, communication breakdowns, and high-stakes decisions. Scaling a company requires more than technical intelligence. It requires nervous system resilience, emotional regulation, and the ability to lead and relate to other humans effectively.
As a former tech consultant turned matchmaking, dating, and relationship coach, I work with high-performing men — founders, CEOs, developers, and executives — to strengthen the internal systems behind sustainable success and fulfillment. My work blends behavioral psychology, neuroscience, nervous system regulation, and modern relationship strategy to help leaders improve clarity, communication, and emotional intelligence without burning out or sacrificing what matters most.
In an era where AI is accelerating everything externally, my talks address the one thing technology cannot optimize: the human capacity for connection.

Nita Chakrabarty is a matchmaking, dating, and relationship coach for high-performing and successful men, and the founder of MAGNETIC — the world's most intelligent matchmaking and relationship platform for ambitious men.
She is known for blending behavioral psychology, nervous system regulation, and modern relationship dynamics to help high-achieving leaders build emotional intelligence, meaningful partnerships, and long-term fulfillment — in both life and love.
MAGNETIC is a venture-backed startup supported by Audos, an entrepreneur platform backed by investors and founders behind Skype, BarkBox, Ro, and Oscar Health.
With a background in executive consulting and over a decade of experience in somatic therapy, breathwork, and trauma-informed coaching, Nita bridges modern leadership with neuroscience and relational intelligence. Her clients include founders, CEOs, developers, and executives seeking greater clarity, resilience, and emotional depth.
She speaks internationally on emotional intelligence, modern masculinity, nervous system regulation, conscious relationships, and the future of human connection in an increasingly technological world.

🔵 Talk Topics

Emotional Intelligence for Founders & Engineers
Nervous System Regulation Under Startup Pressure
Modern Masculinity & High-Performance Relationships
Human Connection in the Age of AI
Burnout, Stress & the Internal Operating System

Why This Speaker Belongs at Technical Conferences Most technical conferences focus on systems, infrastructure, and performance — yet few address the human operating system behind the work. Founders, engineers, and startup leaders operate under rel... Show more

Sheena Yap Chan is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster renowned for her expertise in elevating leadership and self-confidence through media. She is the founder and host of the acclaimed podcast, The Tao of Self-Confidence, where she interviews women about their journeys to self-confidence. With over one million downloads, her podcast ranks among the top 0.5% most popular shows globally and features over 800 interviews, including conversations with celebrities and eight-figure CEOs. Sheena's influence extends beyond podcasting. Her debut book, The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within, published by Wiley, is a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestseller. It is also recognized as one of the top 20 best self-confidence books of all time by Book Authority, the world's leading site for book recommendations. Her work has been featured on prominent platforms such as MindValley, FOX, NBC News, and the Manila Times. Sheena is dedicated to closing the gender confidence gap through her training and programs, aiming to elevate women into leadership roles across all industries. She has delivered impactful speeches for organizations like Live Nation, NASA, and UKG, sharing her insights on self-confidence and leadership.

Sheena Yap Chan is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster renowned for her expertise in elevating leadership and self-confidence through media. She is the founder and host of the acclaimed p... Show more

Lea Hildermeier ist Projektmanagerin im HFD/CHE und dort u.a. für den Think Tank "Well-Being und Mental Health im digitalen Zeitalter an Hochschulen" zuständig. Zuvor studierte sie Anglistik, Erziehungswissenschaft und Psychologie an der Universität Bielefeld.
Als DigitalChangeMaker der Kohorte 2024 engagierte sich Lea in den Bereichen studentische Partizipation, Student Wellbeing und dem Einsatz von Künstlicher Intelligenz in der Hochschulbildung. Seit September 2024 engagiert sich Lea im Common Grounds Forum, damit junge Menschen ihre Stimme in bildungs- und digitalpolitischen Anliegen einbringen können.

Lea Hildermeier ist Projektmanagerin im HFD/CHE und dort u.a. für den Think Tank "Well-Being und Mental Health im digitalen Zeitalter an Hochschulen" zuständig. Zuvor studierte sie Anglistik, Erziehungswissenschaft und Psychologie an der Universität... Show more

Software Engineer • FlutterFire • AI Enthusiast • GDG on Campus Lead’25 • Tech Trainer, Content Creator & Speaker

Software Engineer • FlutterFire • AI Enthusiast • GDG on Campus Lead’25 • Tech Trainer, Content Creator & Speaker Show more

Russ Abrams has extensive experience leading transformation efforts across various industries, including healthcare, government, telecommunications, information systems and retail. As a consultant and trainer, he applies innovative Lean Six Sigma solutions to drive the strategy execution, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction. Russ excels at building strong teams, processes and control systems in a unique way that enables organizations to live continuous improvement, not just learn it.
Highlights
• Highly skilled deployment leader, executive coach and trainer
• Lean master and Six Sigma Master Black Belt
• High-level experience across transactional and manufacturing environments
• Created innovations in telecommunications, retail and healthcare
2014 Keynote Speaker Gemba Lean Summit, Brazil

Started a non-profit all volunteer organization building devices for people with disabilities. using the same skills for understanding the customer's needs and providing innovative solutions.

Russ Abrams has extensive experience leading transformation efforts across various industries, including healthcare, government, telecommunications, information systems and retail. As a consultant and trainer, he applies innovative Lean Six Sigma sol... Show more

Vipin Tanna is the Creator and Founder of Gabriel Operator, a browser automation platform redefining how we interact with the web. With over a decade of experience as a full-stack engineer and architect, Vipin has built everything from enterprise automation systems to no-code dev tools. He now leads the vision for building intelligent browser agents that boost productivity without adding complexity.

web: www.gabrieloperator.com

Vipin Tanna is the Creator and Founder of Gabriel Operator, a browser automation platform redefining how we interact with the web. With over a decade of experience as a full-stack engineer and architect, Vipin has built everything from enterprise aut... Show more

Elizabeth Okaome is a dedicated advocate for women in Tech, with a passion for increasing female representation in the tech industry. With seven years of experience as a community manager and builder in the tech ecosystem, she has significantly impacted various tech communities.

Her journey began with volunteering to organize tech events and actively participating in these communities. Currently, Elizabeth serves as the Organizer for Google Developers Group Benin, the largest tech community in Benin, and leads Google Women Techmakers Benin City.

Elizabeth is the founder of Empower Her Community, established in 2021, which aims to equip women with tech skills, mentorship, and pairing them with opportunities. This community has grown to support over 6,000 women across 75 countries.

She also contributed as a community manager for the GirlLead Project Bootcamp in Benin City, where over 50 girls were trained in diverse tech skills.

In her current role as the Developer Ecosystem Lead at Interswitch Group, Elizabeth fosters relationships between external and internal developers, achieving a 500% community growth within nine months. She spearheads programs and partnerships, enhancing the developer community.

Driven by her passion for community and women's empowerment, Elizabeth embarked on a global project for women in tech, focused on reaching out to women in various remote location to sensitise them about tech skills.

Elizabeth Okaome is a dedicated advocate for women in Tech, with a passion for increasing female representation in the tech industry. With seven years of experience as a community manager and builder in the tech ecosystem, she has significantly impac... Show more

Robert is an embedded software engineer and software architect with 15+ years of hands-on experience in Rust and C++. His work lives at the intersection of reliable systems and real-world constraints—often in robotics. He regularly speaks at Hackerkiste Augsburg, CCC meetups, and Nerdnight, and runs workshops on software architecture and social robotics. In RoboCup, Robert contributes as a referee and organizer, and he has partnered with the University of Augsburg on robotics projects. His talks focus on clear engineering trade-offs, actionable patterns, and a playful maker spirit that turns ideas into working systems.

Robert is an embedded software engineer and software architect with 15+ years of hands-on experience in Rust and C++. His work lives at the intersection of reliable systems and real-world constraints—often in robotics. He regularly speaks at Hackerki... Show more

Dr. James Davis is an experienced software developer, entrepreneur, 2-tour combat veteran, and professor. He is faculty at Louisiana State University and co-founder of a healthcare technology company. Dr. Davis has a PhD in Information Systems & Decision Science and teaches data science, project management, app development, and tech entrepreneurship. He holds the project management professional (PMP), scaled agile program consultant (SPC), scrum professional (CSP), scrum master (CSM, SSM) certifications and has made numerous presentations for the Project Management Institute (PMI) and Scrum Alliance. Dr. Davis enjoys writing code, frequently participates in hackathons, volunteers with multiple STEM initiatives, and has been recognized for his entrepreneurial endeavors (SiliconBayou100 in 2014, 2015, 2016 & Business Report’s People to Watch 2021).

Dr. James Davis is an experienced software developer, entrepreneur, 2-tour combat veteran, and professor. He is faculty at Louisiana State University and co-founder of a healthcare technology company. Dr. Davis has a PhD in Information Systems & De... Show more