Patrick Liekhus is Principal AI Enablement Engineer at Provation, a company revolutionizing how clinicians and care teams around the world work together to deliver quality healthcare, trusted globally in more than 5,000 hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and medical offices. He believes the biggest risk in the AI coding era isn't moving too slow - it's moving fast in the wrong direction.

Patrick champions spec-driven development as the discipline that keeps AI-assisted teams honest: clear specs before code, steering files that encode architectural intent, and multi-agent workflows that scale engineering output without sacrificing quality. His work sits at the intersection of scalable architecture and practical AI enablement - helping teams in engineering and the business build systems that are fast to ship and built to last.

A frequent voice on engineering discipline in the age of AI, Patrick brings hard-won experience from regulated, compliance-heavy healthcare environments where getting it right isn't optional — and where AI must be steered, not just unleashed.

Patrick Liekhus is Principal AI Enablement Engineer at Provation, a company revolutionizing how clinicians and care teams around the world work together to deliver quality healthcare, trusted globally in more than 5,000 hospitals, ambulatory surgery ... Show more

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence.
he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365 CE, Azure, and Microsoft Fabric solutions for mid-market enterprises in healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and government sectors.
Holding an MSc in Data Science from University of East London (2025) and an MSc in Global Management from Paris ESLSCA Business School (2017), Ahmed represents the convergence of deep technical expertise and strategic business acumen. His dissertation research on coastal flooding risk prediction using machine learning algorithms, Dover UK Case Study, achieved 94% accuracy, demonstrating his capability to build production-grade predictive models that address critical real-world challenges.
With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Ahmed has led large-scale Dynamics 365 implementations across multiple countries.
Ahmed's international experience across multiple EMEA countries provides unique insights into adapting Microsoft technologies for diverse regulatory frameworks, cultural contexts, and market conditions. He is particularly recognized for his ability to translate complex data science concepts into practical business applications that deliver measurable ROI.
As founder of Frabo Business Consulting since 2020, Ahmed has secured strategic partnerships and expanded into new markets, positioning the company as a leader in intelligent automation and predictive analytics consulting. This is his inaugural speaking engagement in the UK Power Platform community.

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence. he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platfo... Show more

Software architect with almost 10 years of expertise in cloud systems. On day by day basis I work mostly with Azure & AWS clouds with a specialization in med tech projects. Through my carrer I was capable to lead 10+ IT projects into the production, which survived the hardest test - users.

Software architect with almost 10 years of expertise in cloud systems. On day by day basis I work mostly with Azure & AWS clouds with a specialization in med tech projects. Through my carrer I was capable to lead 10+ IT projects into the production, ... Show more

I'm Pillippa Pérez Pons, a Frontend Software Engineer, I am passionate about developing innovative web applications that enhance user experiences and improve efficiency. Originally from Chile, I have been living in the Bay Area for the past three years, embracing the vibrant tech community here.

Volunteering and community involvement are core to who I am. In 2019 and 2020, I mentored young girls through Niñas Pro, helping them develop their technical skills and inspiring their interest in technology. I also contributed to Django Girls in 2020, creating a welcoming environment for women to learn coding. In 2023, I had the opportunity to be an organizer for JSConf Chile, fostering a collaborative and inclusive tech community. Additionally, I played a significant role in JavaScript Chile 2023, promoting education and growth within the local JavaScript community. My commitment is to empower underrepresented groups and encourage them to pursue careers in technology, believing in their potential to make a significant impact.

I'm Pillippa Pérez Pons, a Frontend Software Engineer, I am passionate about developing innovative web applications that enhance user experiences and improve efficiency. Originally from Chile, I have been living in the Bay Area for the past three yea... Show more

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcare. A Columbia University graduate, Subbu co-innovated Project Green Sky with Microsoft's Energy team, demonstrating Real-Time Intelligence for environmental monitoring.

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcar... Show more

Samson Okemakinde is an Engineering Manager with solid experience in IT consulting, systems architecture, and software development. He has led engineering teams, driven digital transformation initiatives, and delivered resilient, scalable solutions across fintech, health tech, and other technology-driven domains.

He is passionate about helping professionals and organizations harness technology for career growth and business success. Outside of work, Samson enjoys multimedia production, football, and reading.

Samson Okemakinde is an Engineering Manager with solid experience in IT consulting, systems architecture, and software development. He has led engineering teams, driven digital transformation initiatives, and delivered resilient, scalable solutions a... Show more

I'm David Aniebo, a software development engineer interested in product quality, tooling, automation, and developer operations. I specialize in building scalable, high-performing, sustainable software solutions that consistently exceed business and user expectations.

I enjoy sharing insights with the developer community through speaking engagements and workshops.

I'm David Aniebo, a software development engineer interested in product quality, tooling, automation, and developer operations. I specialize in building scalable, high-performing, sustainable software solutions that consistently exceed business and u... Show more

I am a Computer Engineering student and a member of the marketing team at LYCS. In this role, I am actively engaging with the world of Customer Relationship Management (CRM), specifically technologies like Salesforce and Marketing Cloud, by blending both consulting and development expertise.

I concurrently pursue a profound interest in personal development and coaching, which I channel into content creation as a medium for artistic expression, creative freedom, and the exploration of core human themes, including motivation, leadership, and emotional intelligence.

I characterize myself as a developing full-stack engineer who places significant emphasis on the balance between hard and soft skills. My inspiration is drawn from a diverse set of sources, ranging from Quranic studies and spirituality to physical activity (swimming, running, calisthenics), design (photo and video editing), and e-sports (valorizing strategy, teamwork, and responsiveness).

My primary objective is to disseminate accessible, practical, and inspiring insights aimed at helping individuals progress, grow, and effectively define their niche within the technology ecosystem and broader professional landscape.

I am a Computer Engineering student and a member of the marketing team at LYCS. In this role, I am actively engaging with the world of Customer Relationship Management (CRM), specifically technologies like Salesforce and Marketing Cloud, by blending ... Show more

Sandra-Lorena Bahlmann is the Go-To Coach for Women 30+ in Tech Startups, helping them turn draining jobs into fulfilling careers—while keeping the income they deserve. As a certified systemic and agile coach, she previously built and led marketing teams in startups, co-founded an online manufacturing startup, and worked with Lean Startup methodologies for years. Now, she helps professionals break through career blocks, navigate transitions, and create fulfilling career paths—without losing financial stability.

Sandra-Lorena Bahlmann is the Go-To Coach for Women 30+ in Tech Startups, helping them turn draining jobs into fulfilling careers—while keeping the income they deserve. As a certified systemic and agile coach, she previously built and led marketing t... Show more

Faith Njah is a professional Technology Advocate at Algo Coding Experts, a software company based in Spain. She is also a software engineer with a strong background in building technical solutions and creating impactful content. She excels at breaking down complex technical concepts and making them accessible to diverse audiences, from developers to non-technical users.

Faith has collaborated with international teams, engaging developers, writing technical articles, and delivering insightful presentations on emerging technologies. She continuously bridges the gap between technology and end users through advocacy, documentation, and hands-on demonstrations.

With a keen interest in developing innovative solutions, Faith is committed to driving impact in Technology industry.

Faith Njah is a professional Technology Advocate at Algo Coding Experts, a software company based in Spain. She is also a software engineer with a strong background in building technical solutions and creating impactful content. She excels at breakin... Show more

I’m a cybersecurity practitioner with over 17 years of experience across banking, energy, education, health, and IT service providers. For more than 10 years, my work has focused on secure-by-design practices, designing and reviewing security controls in complex, regulated environments. I’m particularly interested in aligning security decisions with business intent and operational reality, so that controls reduce risk without disrupting critical services.

I’m a cybersecurity practitioner with over 17 years of experience across banking, energy, education, health, and IT service providers. For more than 10 years, my work has focused on secure-by-design practices, designing and reviewing security control... Show more

Piyushi Sharma is a Customer Success Support Manager and Senior Business Analyst with over 17 years of experience in managing, developing, and implementing customized solutions to address critical business challenges. She currently leads a Customer Success Support team at IQVIA, where she oversees patient analytics and practitioner analytics operations, driving customer satisfaction through prompt issue resolution and cross-functional collaboration.
Throughout her career, Piyushi has developed deep expertise in pharmaceutical commercial engagement models, including digital and multi-channel strategies, healthcare data analytics, and business intelligence. She has served as a subject matter expert in patient solutions and product management, implementing and delivering SaaS products configured to pharmaceutical client requirements. Her experience spans the full spectrum of analytical and BI projects, from requirements gathering and business process modeling to user acceptance testing and stakeholder training.
Piyushi holds a Master of Science in Business Intelligence and Analytics from Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from the Institute of Productivity and Management in India. She also earned a Diploma in Advanced Computing from the Center for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC). Her technical proficiencies include Power BI, SQL Server Management Studio, Jira/Confluence, Smartsheet, Intercom and advanced data validation methodologies.
Prior to her work in healthcare analytics, Piyushi held leadership positions in banking at Axis Bank, Deutsche Bank, and Citibank, and served as an Adjunct Professor at VIVA Institute of Management and Research in Mumbai.

Piyushi Sharma is a Customer Success Support Manager and Senior Business Analyst with over 17 years of experience in managing, developing, and implementing customized solutions to address critical business challenges. She currently leads a Customer S... Show more

Lokesh Karanam is a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Machine Learning Systems for Regulated Cloud Data Platforms and Generative AI Operations, backed by over five years of industry experience. He currently works at RR Donnelley (Austin, TX) and previously held a role as a Software Development Engineer at Amazon Web Services.
His educational background includes an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Missouri.
Lokesh's career highlights feature significant original technical contributions, such as developing a large-scale, privacy-compliance deletion platform and implementing solutions that drove substantial cloud cost savings and platform efficiencies. He also led an AI marketing platform project with a pending patent. His scholarly contributions include multiple peer-reviewed publications in prestigious conferences like IEEE DeSE and AMIA, covering advanced topics from Intrusion Detection using deep learning to Continuous Anticipation of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in the ICU. Lokesh's contributions have earned him recognition, including the Diamond Award and service as a Session Chair at the IEOM conference.

Lokesh Karanam is a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Machine Learning Systems for Regulated Cloud Data Platforms and Generative AI Operations, backed by over five years of industry experience. He currently works at RR Donnelley (Austin, TX) an... Show more

Nurudeen Kamilu is a highly respected Systems Engineer with years of hands-on experience architecting, securing, and scaling containerized infrastructures across the financial, aviation, health, and technology sectors. He is passionate about bridging Dev and Ops through GitOps, IaC, observability, and SRE practices, with a focus on AI-assisted operations, agentic workflows, and intelligent automation to improve reliability, responsiveness, and business outcomes.

Nurudeen has consistently delivered enterprise-grade platforms across on-premise infrastructure, AWS, GCP, and Azure, and is known for driving automation, resilience, and policy governance in production-grade clusters. A CNCF-recognized Kubestronaut, Nurudeen is also the only Black recipient of the Kubestronaut award in Poland, a testament to his technical excellence and community impact. Don’t be surprised—like Linux distros, Nurudeen has deep knowledge of OpenSource Kubernetes, EKS, GKE, Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (MKE), Oracle Kubernetes Engine (OKE), and OpenShift.

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Nurudeen is deeply committed to the tech community. He actively shares his knowledge through speaking engagements and mentorship programs, aiming to uplift and educate aspiring engineers. Nurudeen's passion for technology and education extends to his involvement with organizations like DevOps-as-a-Service (DaaS), where he contributes to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the DevOps community.

Whether he's building a secure cluster or mentoring aspiring engineers, Nurudeen brings energy, insight, and authenticity to every stage and conversation.

Nurudeen Kamilu is a highly respected Systems Engineer with years of hands-on experience architecting, securing, and scaling containerized infrastructures across the financial, aviation, health, and technology sectors. He is passionate about bridging... Show more

Cybersecurity leader, Independent director, Startup advisor & Tech entrepreneur.
On a mission to make humans the strongest link in cybersecurity. Researcher on predictive threat modelling, OSINT, Cloud, Threat intelligence,AI/ ML integration. Passionate about cultivating security mindset.

Cybersecurity leader, Independent director, Startup advisor & Tech entrepreneur. On a mission to make humans the strongest link in cybersecurity. Researcher on predictive threat modelling, OSINT, Cloud, Threat intelligence,AI/ ML integration. Passio... Show more

Shashi Kumar Munugoti is a seasoned Principal Application Engineer and Solution Architect based in Pittsburgh, PA, with over 20 years of comprehensive IT experience specialising in Java technologies, cloud architecture, and enterprise-scale microservices solutions.
Currently serving as Principal Application Engineer at Discover Financial Services, Shashi leads the architectural design and implementation of cloud-native microservices for the Discover Card Disputes System. He has successfully spearheaded the migration of monolithic applications to microservices architectures on OpenShift Container Platform, resulting in improved system performance, enhanced resilience, and significant cost reductions.
Shashi holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communications Engineering from JNTU, Hyderabad, and maintains multiple industry certifications, including Google Cloud Certified Cloud Digital Leader, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, and Apollo Certified Graph Developer (both Associate and Professional levels).
Throughout his career, Shashi has demonstrated expertise in full-stack enterprise development, working with technologies spanning Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, microservices, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), container orchestration (Kubernetes, OpenShift), and modern CI/CD practices. His experience encompasses financial services, automotive, healthcare, and logistics industries, where he has consistently delivered mission-critical applications with high availability and regulatory compliance.
As a technical leader, Shashi has successfully mentored development teams, established best practices for software development, and driven digital transformation initiatives. His proven ability to align technical solutions with business objectives, combined with his deep understanding of enterprise architecture patterns, makes him a valuable asset in complex, large-scale technology implementations.
Shashi's career trajectory reflects continuous growth from Software Engineer to his current senior leadership role, demonstrating his commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices in the rapidly evolving IT landscape.

Shashi Kumar Munugoti is a seasoned Principal Application Engineer and Solution Architect based in Pittsburgh, PA, with over 20 years of comprehensive IT experience specialising in Java technologies, cloud architecture, and enterprise-scale microserv... Show more

Product engineer with 12+ years shipping mobile and web products in React Native, React, and TypeScript. Currently at Allergan Data Labs, where I work on a consumer app serving 7M+ users — I identified a neglected revenue-critical feature, built the case to fix it, and now lead the turnaround. Previously the founding mobile engineer at a healthcare startup (built the patient app, flew to SF to observe real users, simplified onboarding from 10 screens to 3) and led React Native adoption at a Salesforce partner, teaching the technology to 20 engineers while learning it myself. I care about engineers who own outcomes, not just tickets. Based in Warsaw, Poland.

Product engineer with 12+ years shipping mobile and web products in React Native, React, and TypeScript. Currently at Allergan Data Labs, where I work on a consumer app serving 7M+ users — I identified a neglected revenue-critical feature, built the ... Show more

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Could you assist me in executing startup ideas & finding engineers, website developers, other team members for startups who could work on equity sharing basis? I am seeking equity funding, need help finding incubators & accelerators.Volunteers are also welcome. Let me know if you would like to know about more such startup ideas & ideas explained text.I have done BBA in International business, seeking job and support for startups.

Startup ideas- https://Quora.com/profile/Harsh-Entrepreneur https://linkedin.com/in/quoraharshentrepreneur/ Could you assist me in executing startup ideas & finding engineers, website developers, other team members for startups who could work on e... Show more

Santosh Durgam is a data engineering & analytics leader with 20+ years building governed, high-scale data platforms across retirement/401(k), broader financial services, and healthcare. He leads cross-functional teams that deliver production-grade data lakes, lineage-aware pipelines, and ML-enabled analytics on cloud—translating governance into measurable business outcomes.

Recent speaking includes SQL Saturday Minnesota 2025, where he presented “From Ingestion to Insights: Building Robust Data Pipelines in AWS” to an in-person community audience. He has also contributed to international research forums and science conferences, and is invited to speak at ICDPN-2025 (International Conference on Data Processing & Networking), engaging practitioners and scholars on data engineering, governance, and analytics at scale. Santosh actively publishes/curates work via Google Scholar and shares practical playbooks for data quality, metadata/lineage, and operating models that connect data platforms to financial decisioning.

Beyond delivery, Santosh serves the community as a peer reviewer of scholarly work on data/ML methodologies and as a judge/mentor for select industry and academic competitions, reinforcing peer validation and public recognition. He champions modern data culture—mentoring engineers and product leaders, and advocating automation (incl. AI agents) to elevate reliability, speed, and auditability in regulated environments. Santosh recently completed his Executive MBA, sharpening strategy and value-creation at the intersection of data, risk, and growth

Santosh Durgam is a data engineering & analytics leader with 20+ years building governed, high-scale data platforms across retirement/401(k), broader financial services, and healthcare. He leads cross-functional teams that deliver production-grade da... Show more

Mark J. Mosley is a digital transformation leader with over a decade of experience at some of the world’s leading tech companies, including Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and ServiceNow. He works across AI, data, and enterprise workloads to help organizations with business strategy and drive innovation.

Featured in the Associated Press, Business Insider, and Yahoo Finance, Mark has delivered talks at conferences nationwide, sharing actionable insights on AI adoption and leadership.

Mark J. Mosley is a digital transformation leader with over a decade of experience at some of the world’s leading tech companies, including Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and ServiceNow. He works across AI, data, and enterprise workloads to help organizatio... Show more

Dr. Sandeep Nath - recipient of the CXO2.0 Visionary Award - is an internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, and Coach. Widely recognized as the bridge between Consciousness and Business, his doctoral thesis establishes how Ethics and Sustainability can drive Profitability.

Leading with the habits of RENEWALism, Dr. Nath works with organization leaders who are ready to embrace the fourth industrial revolution, with empowering practices that foster resilience and peak performance. By integrating the science of inner power with the demands of scalable growth, he helps companies align People, Purpose, and Process from the inside out, ensuring that profitability is a natural byproduct of capacitated leadership.

Ranked among Thinkers360's Top-30 APAC Thought Leaders, Dr. Nath's insights are grounded in 2025-26 data showing that conscious businesses now outperform traditional competitors by over 40% in talent retention and long-term valuation. He is the founder of the RENEWALism Movement and serves as a catalyst for the "Global Wisdom Workforce."

An IIT-IIM alumnus, in 1997 he founded and ran a successful Communications & Culture Consulting Company. In 2010, he handed the company to the other Directors and headed to the Himalayas in search of higher purpose and the drivers of our energy. Subsequently he embraced Tibetan Buddhism philosophies and worked to empower entrepreneurs in remote rural India.

By 2016, he was a sought-after Professional Speaker and Inner Power Coach, and by 2020 he had taken ancient oriental wisdom to more than 46 cities across four continents. An Author of four books, Reiki Master, Business Qigong guide, award-winning Mindfulness facilitator, member on various Boards, and a Top-50 Future of Work expert, Dr. Nath specializes in overcoming complex business challenges by empowering individual habits. His mission in the current decade is to raise human consciousness.

Some of his works include:
• Arrive At Success: Conscious Commerce in Action
• RENEWAL: The 30 Habits to Renew the Planet
• Timeless: Inspirational posts for Busy People
• The Emptiness of Success: Fulfillment, Freedom, and Flow
• Substack Newsletter: Fortnightly Realignment

Dr. Nath offers long-term consulting and coaching for organizations that meet specific criteria. To see if your organization’s profile matches, visit RENEWALism.com/companies.

To discuss your organization’s transformation or to schedule a no-obligation consultation, visit SandeepNath.com/ama.

Dr. Sandeep Nath - recipient of the CXO2.0 Visionary Award - is an internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, and Coach. Widely recognized as the bridge between Consciousness and Business, his doctoral thesis establishes how Ethics and Sustainability... Show more

Ndèye Fatou Diouf est une communicante digitale sénégalaise engagée dans la société civile, spécialisée dans l’activisme numérique, la mobilisation communautaire et la communication pour le changement social. Elle est actuellement chargée de communication digitale à AfricTivistes, où elle accompagne des initiatives citoyennes panafricaines en faveur de la démocratie, des droits humains et de la gouvernance numérique à travers des stratégies de communication et d’engagement en ligne.
Elle est également Social Media Manager de Dialogue Migration, un média engagé sur les enjeux migratoires, et coordinatrice des Sahels Activistes du Sénégal, où elle contribue à la structuration de mouvements citoyens et au renforcement des dynamiques militantes locales. Son parcours l’a aussi conduite à collaborer avec Pollicy en tant que coordinatrice régionale au Sénégal sur les questions liées à l’avenir du travail et à l’inclusion numérique.
Forte d’une formation en marketing et communication, Ndèye Fatou Diouf met le numérique au service des causes sociales, de la participation citoyenne et de l’amplification des voix souvent marginalisées dans l’espace public.

Ndèye Fatou Diouf est une communicante digitale sénégalaise engagée dans la société civile, spécialisée dans l’activisme numérique, la mobilisation communautaire et la communication pour le changement social. Elle est actuellement chargée de communic... Show more

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laboratory in the Higher School of Electrical and Energetic engineering of Oran. Her research interests include power dispatch, power system design, healthcare scheduling and green optimization as well as optimization methods especially metaheuristics. DEKHICI has been a member of Inside Project (Inclusion of Students With impairements in Distance Education) in 2023, of DIGITAQ Project about Quality Assurance Digitalization in Higher Education and a responsable of Digitalisation Strategy Office in her university. She partipated as a trainer in many sustainability; digitalization; accessibilty, cyber responsability, soft skills and inclusivity activities and serious game design.

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laborator... Show more

With over 20 years of experience in data analytics and corporate performance management, I have consistently driven value through data-driven insights. My journey began in the dynamic field of data analytics, where I honed my skills in extracting meaningful patterns from complex datasets. Throughout my career, I’ve contributed to various industries, but my recent focus has been on the health insurance sector in Switzerland.

Key Highlights:

Data Analytics Expertise: Over the past two decades, I’ve navigated the ever-evolving landscape of data analytics. From statistical modeling to machine learning, I’ve leveraged cutting-edge techniques to uncover actionable insights.

Corporate Performance Management: As a seasoned professional, I’ve played a pivotal role in optimizing organizational performance. Whether it’s streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, or aligning strategic goals, I’ve been at the forefront of driving positive change.

Health Insurance Industry: For the last four years, I’ve been part of a leading health insurance company in Switzerland. In this role, I’ve contributed to critical areas such as claims processing, risk evaluation, and customer experience. My expertise has helped improve accuracy, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making within the insurance domain.

Team Leadership: As the team leader of the data platform, I’ve fostered collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Guiding a talented group of professionals, I’ve overseen the development of robust data infrastructure, ensuring seamless data flow and accessibility.

Vision for the Future:

Looking ahead, I’m committed to staying at the forefront of data and analytics advancements. Whether it’s harnessing the power of AI, exploring predictive modeling, or driving digital transformation, I remain passionate about shaping the future of data-driven decision-making.

With over 20 years of experience in data analytics and corporate performance management, I have consistently driven value through data-driven insights. My journey began in the dynamic field of data analytics, where I honed my skills in extracting mea... Show more

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries.

A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop thousands of professionals in high-performance leadership, design thinking, agile principles and practices, continuous improvement, Kanban, flow metrics, and customer experience.

As a specialist in performance indicators and business metrics, I have extensive experience implementing KPIs, Balanced Scorecard (BSC), and OKRs, enabling teams to reach new performance levels through data-driven decision-making.

Passionate about mentoring and coaching, I support teams and individuals in open innovation, business agility, agile high-performance teams, continuous improvement, performance management, and value stream optimization.

A community leader and event organizer, I have played key roles in Agile Brazil, Agile Coach Camp, Caipira Ágil, Agile Beer, and Agile Campinas, bringing practitioners together to share knowledge and advance agility. As a speaker and facilitator, I have contributed to global conferences, fostering collaboration and practical learning.

Currently serving as Executive Director at Agile Alliance Brazil, I am dedicated to expanding agile practices and mindset by supporting communities and industry events nationwide.

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries. A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop... Show more

Derek Steckel is an AI/ML Project Manager at Concurrency, where he leads end-to-end implementations of custom Microsoft and ServiceNow solutions for enterprise clients. In addition, Derek regularly engages with executive stakeholders to deliver Copilot training sessions that demystify generative AI and agentic workflows for senior leaders.

Previously, Derek managed and coordinated technical teams at Epic Systems, driving generative AI initiatives and presenting to healthcare executives on workflow improvements and cost-saving opportunities powered by AI. His experience spans hands-on solution engineering, business intelligence, and large-scale team leadership supporting top hospital systems.

Derek holds a Bachelor of Science in Statistical Science and Data Analytics from Temple University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Derek’s passion lies in making advanced AI concepts accessible to everyone - from executives to everyday employees - empowering organizations to build an agentic workforce ready for the future.

Derek Steckel is an AI/ML Project Manager at Concurrency, where he leads end-to-end implementations of custom Microsoft and ServiceNow solutions for enterprise clients. In addition, Derek regularly engages with executive stakeholders to deliver Copil... Show more

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile experiences for startups and enterprise clients alike. She’s designed for FinTech, healthcare, publishing, sports, advertising, education, logistics, and more.

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile e... Show more

David Hrncir has been solving "Big Data" problems since before the industry had a name for them. As a veteran software and data engineer at Fivetran, David’s career is defined by a singular, defiant mission: the total elimination of non-value-added activities. Having architected data ecosystems for Fortune 500 giants across every vertical, David is a leading advocate for Open Data Infrastructure (ODI) and end-to-end automation. He believes that in the age of AI, building complex, manual data integrations is a relic of the past that hinders true innovation. Today, David partners with global tech leaders to prove that when organizations stop "moving" data and start "utilizing" it, they unlock the real potential of AI and modern analytics. Known for his "no challenge is too big" attitude, David balances technical rigor with a philosophical approach to data—making him a favorite on expert panels and hands-on labs alike.

David Hrncir has been solving "Big Data" problems since before the industry had a name for them. As a veteran software and data engineer at Fivetran, David’s career is defined by a singular, defiant mission: the total elimination of non-value-added a... Show more

Octavio Valenzuela is a Delivery Lead at Accenture, where he brings strategic vision and a strong ability to drive technology innovation. With over 15 years of experience in the technology sector, he has played key roles in enabling DevOps culture, accelerating delivery and adoption, and raising the standard of excellence for digital products across multiple teams. Prior to joining Accenture, Octavio was a Principal Consultant at Thoughtworks and held leadership roles as IT Operations Manager at JetSMART SpA and Systems Manager at LATAM Airlines Group.

Octavio Valenzuela is a Delivery Lead at Accenture, where he brings strategic vision and a strong ability to drive technology innovation. With over 15 years of experience in the technology sector, he has played key roles in enabling DevOps culture, a... Show more

Fiona Walsh is a Microsoft PowerPoint MVP, Microsoft Certified Master Trainer, and founder of Empower Presentations. Drawing on over twenty years in corporate roles - including IT Manager and in‑house Trainer - she delivers compelling PowerPoint and Copilot training, PowerPoint templates, and presentation strategy for organisations across Ireland, Europe, and the USA. A Certified Presentation Expert (CPE™) and former Director of Education at The Presentation Guild, Fiona is a frequent speaker, podcast guest and writer for publications such as Executive Support Media. Her YouTube tutorials have 200,000+ views.

Fiona Walsh is a Microsoft PowerPoint MVP, Microsoft Certified Master Trainer, and founder of Empower Presentations. Drawing on over twenty years in corporate roles - including IT Manager and in‑house Trainer - she delivers compelling PowerPoint and ... Show more