Data scientist by training and product owner by passion with experience ranging from highly regulated healthcare industry to fluid open source ecosystem.

Data scientist by training and product owner by passion with experience ranging from highly regulated healthcare industry to fluid open source ecosystem. Show more

Megan is a career fundraiser with 20+ years international experience. Delivering growth strategies, programs and leading teams. Extensive experience in capital and capacity campaigns, mega and major gifts, bequests, partnerships, community and events fundraising.

Megan is a career fundraiser with 20+ years international experience. Delivering growth strategies, programs and leading teams. Extensive experience in capital and capacity campaigns, mega and major gifts, bequests, partnerships, community and events... Show more

John Feminella is an avid technologist, occasional public speaker, and curiosity advocate. He helps enterprises transform the way they write, operate, and deploy software so that their businesses and people can be more effective. Before that, he led technology organizations at Pivotal, VMware, and ThoughtWorks; helped build the world's largest database of pollutants and air emissions; and authored a distributed-sensor technology.

John lives in Charlottesville, VA and likes meta-jokes, milkshakes, and referring to himself in the third person in speaker bios.

John Feminella is an avid technologist, occasional public speaker, and curiosity advocate. He helps enterprises transform the way they write, operate, and deploy software so that their businesses and people can be more effective. Before that, he led ... Show more

Prasenjeet Madare is a seasoned technology and program management professional with over 16 years of experience delivering enterprise-grade solutions in SaaS, marketing automation, and digital transformation across leading global organizations. Currently serving as a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, Prasenjeet leads transformative marketing technology initiatives that empower internal business groups to engage customers at scale with precision and efficiency. He architects and drives platform modernization, campaign performance reporting, and data integration projects, collaborating closely with engineering, business, and design teams. His leadership in implementing Microsoft’s global campaign dashboard has streamlined cross-sell and upsell strategies, providing accurate, low-latency insights while onboarding multiple business units to a unified analytics framework.
Prior to joining Microsoft, Prasenjeet spent over eight years at Adobe as a Senior Technical Consultant, where he spearheaded marketing automation implementations for more than 30 Fortune 100 clients using Adobe Experience Cloud. His contributions ranged from architecting end-to-end Adobe Campaign solutions including data modeling, API integration, and multi-channel campaign deployment to developing personalized offer systems that reached millions daily. He led data migration to AWS-hosted infrastructures, established scalable ETL pipelines, and was instrumental in improving client engagement, retention, and marketing ROI. Recognized with Adobe’s Sales Achievement Award (2015–2020), Customer Turnaround Award, and the "Go-To-Guy" Award, he exemplified customer-centric innovation and delivery excellence.
Earlier in his career, Prasenjeet worked with Siemens PLM Software as a Project Engineer, where he implemented MES quality software for leading automotive clients, ensuring near-perfect production quality with 99.99% accuracy. He also contributed to software engineering projects at RSA Security, Hexaware Technologies, and Alliance Bernstein, building automation tools, optimizing SQL-based systems, and supporting mission-critical middleware using Microsoft BizTalk and Oracle platforms.
Prasenjeet holds a Master’s in Information Systems from Northeastern University and a Bachelor’s in Electronics and Telecommunications from the University of Mumbai. He is certified as a Scrum Master, Scrum Product Owner, Oracle Associate, and has completed coursework in Generative AI applications from MIT. With deep expertise across marketing technology stacks, campaign analytics, data engineering, and agile delivery, Prasenjeet excels at aligning business strategy with scalable technical solutions. His career reflects a passion for innovation, stakeholder collaboration, and driving measurable impact through thoughtful leadership and emerging technologies.

Prasenjeet Madare is a seasoned technology and program management professional with over 16 years of experience delivering enterprise-grade solutions in SaaS, marketing automation, and digital transformation across leading global organizations. Curre... Show more

Eldon McQueen is a Navy SAR rescue swimmer, aircraft engineer for Air Force One, former Mayor of Corpus Christi, and founder of AeroTae and MITI Skyports. His career spans Special Operations, Black Hawks, Ospreys, aviation engineering, and political leadership. With a background in Computer Information Systems, advanced Martial Arts mastery, and combat-level resilience forged through real operations, Eldon brings a rare blend of technical innovation and warrior discipline. He builds next-generation AAM systems, authors the Danny McQ and Master Grampy book series—including his acclaimed work on Mastery—and hosts The DMZ: Danny McQ Zone. Eldon speaks on innovation, AAM, crisis leadership, combat resilience, and the mindset required to solve the impossible.

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Eldon McQueen’s life reads like an action script—because he’s lived every frame of it. As a Navy Special Operations SAR rescue swimmer, he launched into violent seas to save lives, forging extraordinary mental toughness and combat-tested resilience. As an aviation engineer, he worked on Air Force One, Army Black Hawks, and Marine Ospreys, mastering mission-critical systems under extreme pressure. Aircraft, Machine's and Fast Motorcycles, this is the Real McQueen.

Armed with a Computer Information Systems background and a lifetime of advanced Martial Arts mastery, Eldon blends the precision of an engineer, the discipline of a sensei, and the resilience of a combat operator. His teachings on human performance and mastery form the foundation of his literary universe—from the Master Grampy series to his book on Mastery and the action-driven Danny McQ novels and films.

As Mayor of Corpus Christi, Eldon fought to modernize infrastructure, strengthen communities, and lead through political turbulence—all while leveraging the same principles of discipline, focus, and resilience that shaped his life.

Today, Eldon is building America’s next strategic frontier: Advanced Air Mobility. As founder of AeroTae and the MITI Skyport System, he merges engineering, AI, martial-arts mindset, and aviation into a scalable vision for national resilience and future mobility. He hosts The DMZ, a broadcast on future tech, space, veterans’ issues, faith, and national security.

A rescuer, engineer, fighter, innovator, and survivor, Eldon channels his real-world experience into storytelling, technology, and leadership. His work establishes him as one of the most dynamic voices in AAM and a visionary architect of America’s next era of mobility, mindset, and mastery.
"Do More Faster, So Other's May Live"

Eldon McQueen is a Navy SAR rescue swimmer, aircraft engineer for Air Force One, former Mayor of Corpus Christi, and founder of AeroTae and MITI Skyports. His career spans Special Operations, Black Hawks, Ospreys, aviation engineering, and political ... Show more

Frank Maier is the CEO of DynamicsGlobalProjects GmbH and has been involved in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem for over two decades. He began his career as a developer, quickly advancing to consultant and project manager roles. His passion has always been large-scale international ERP implementations with Business Central and NAV.

Frank was formerly CEO of OctoCon AG and, following its successful acquisition, served on the executive team of YAVEON GmbH. Since 2003, he has also been a board member of Directions EMEA, helping shape the future of the Dynamics partner community.

He lives with his wife and children in the countryside of Southern Germany.

Frank Maier is the CEO of DynamicsGlobalProjects GmbH and has been involved in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem for over two decades. He began his career as a developer, quickly advancing to consultant and project manager roles. His passion has alway... Show more

am a technology leader with more than 15 years of experience in the automotive, banking, and healthcare industries. My core expertise is in full-stack engineering, cloud modernization, and AI/ML integration, where I focus on building scalable and intelligent digital systems.

I have led major projects at JPMorgan Chase and American Honda Motors, including:

Developing a Spring Boot–based platform to automate vehicle software updates.

Migrating legacy systems to microservices and cloud-native architectures.

Delivering serverless cloud solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and ElastiCache.

Building dashboards and APIs for real-time operational insights.

With over a decade of experience in U.S. Medicaid, I now focus on applying AI/ML for fraud detection, intelligent automation, and cybersecurity in healthcare.

I actively share my knowledge as a technical writer on DZone, covering Java, Spring Boot, backend engineering, and distributed systems. Currently, I am pursuing a Postgraduate Programme in Generative AI and Machine Learning at the Illinois Institute of Technology, specializing in responsible AI and enterprise-scale deployments.

I am passionate about mentoring and community engagement. I have judged several global hackathons—FusionHacks, Hidden Leaf Hackathon, W3B Pitchfest, and the Israeli–Indian Hackathon

I also hold AWS Certified Developer – Associate and AWS Solutions Architect – Associate credentials, which help me design secure, cost-efficient, and scalable cloud solutions.

am a technology leader with more than 15 years of experience in the automotive, banking, and healthcare industries. My core expertise is in full-stack engineering, cloud modernization, and AI/ML integration, where I focus on building scalable and int... Show more

José es ingeniero de software con más de una década de experiencia liderando proyectos de software y machine learning utilizados por millones de usuarios en EE. UU. y Latinoamérica, en sectores como salud, finanzas, energía, entre otros. Actualmente implementa Agentic AI para desarrollar agentes inteligentes orientados a la observabilidad de aplicaciones. Es Senior Member del IEEE, Ingeniero de Sistemas con MBA, Certified Java Programmer, Google & AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer, y actualmente cursa una maestría en Machine Learning en el Georgia Institute of Technology.

José es ingeniero de software con más de una década de experiencia liderando proyectos de software y machine learning utilizados por millones de usuarios en EE. UU. y Latinoamérica, en sectores como salud, finanzas, energía, entre otros. Actualmente ... Show more

Graduação em Ciência da Computação pela Universidade do Vale do Itajaí. Mestrado em Ciência da Computação pela Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina focado em Gerenciamento de Projetos e Melhoria de Processo de Software. Certificado C1 - MPS.BR e Scrum Master CSM. Vasta experiência em engenharia de software e modelos de processo tais como CMMI-DEV v1.2, PMBOK, MPS-BR, Scrum. Foi Arquiteto de Software em empresas como Suntech S.A, Verint, Certimarca e Diretor de Tecnologia em Netpacs, HUBMEDI.CO e UltraVideo trabalhando em softwares de telecom e saúde com mobilidade e alta disponibilidade. Professor no curso de Sistemas de Informação da Faculdade Energia nas cadeiras de Programação Orientada a Objetos II, Programação Web, Algorítmos e Gerenciamento de Projetos. Atualmente consultor de desenvolvimento de software focado na área da saúde especialista em produtos HIS, RIS, PACS, LIS e Integrações, além de consultoria no processo da SBIS.

Graduação em Ciência da Computação pela Universidade do Vale do Itajaí. Mestrado em Ciência da Computação pela Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina focado em Gerenciamento de Projetos e Melhoria de Processo de Software. Certificado C1 - MPS.BR e Sc... Show more

Goutham Yenuganti is a resourceful and accomplished Software Development Engineer with over twelve years of experience spanning Java/J2EE, Node.js, and Python. Throughout his career, he has specialized in designing and building large-scale, highly available systems and AI-powered solutions that drive measurable innovation across leading global enterprises.
In his current role as Lead Member of Technical Staff at Belleveu (Salesforce) since January 2025, Goutham leads the design and development of AI-powered IT Service Management and Employee Experience solutions. His work is central to Salesforce’s Customer 360 and Agentforce platforms, which deliver proactive, intelligent service experiences to major enterprise customers such as Walmart, AT&T, IBM, and Accenture. He has spearheaded the development of AI-powered ITSM services embedded in Slack, enabling conversational ticket resolution and proactive service delivery to millions of users. He has also architected and implemented scalable backend services for IT Asset Management, IT Compliance, and Procurement, contributing to key feature delivery across Salesforce’s Field Service Cloud, Revenue Cloud, and Manufacturing Cloud. His efforts in integrating conversational AI through Agentforce have resulted in significantly faster ticket resolution and high levels of automation in repetitive tasks, while his use of advanced prompt engineering techniques has improved the accuracy, relevance, and latency of AI interactions.
Prior to joining Salesforce, Goutham worked as a Software Development Engineer at Amazon Advertising in Seattle from 2019 to 2025. In this role, he designed and scaled an advertising rendering service capable of handling one million transactions per second with sub‑20 millisecond latency, driving substantial improvements in annual revenue. His introduction of modern frameworks and optimization of infrastructure brought significant cost savings and improvements in operational efficiency. He also developed tools that improved developer productivity and re-architected core services for better scalability and maintainability within Amazon’s native AWS environment.
Before his tenure in Seattle, Goutham served as an SDE II at Amazon Appstore in Chennai between 2018 and 2019, where he played a pivotal role in delivering new features and shared services that enhanced user experience across millions of devices. His work included developing app bundle features for Fire TV, designing multi-factor authentication systems for EU marketplaces, and creating analytics libraries that enabled marketing teams to gain valuable customer insights. He previously worked as a Developer at SAP Ariba in Bangalore, as well as in engineering roles at DXC Technology and on the EBAP application in Chennai, where he contributed to building ERP modules and regulatory risk platforms.
Goutham holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur. He is an Oracle Certified Associate for Java SE8 and has completed specialized courses in algorithms, Java multithreading, and Linux web server configuration. Fluent in English, Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil, Goutham continues to shape cutting-edge engineering solutions and remains deeply committed to advancing AI-driven enterprise platforms.

Goutham Yenuganti is a resourceful and accomplished Software Development Engineer with over twelve years of experience spanning Java/J2EE, Node.js, and Python. Throughout his career, he has specialized in designing and building large-scale, highly av... Show more

Jeff Hayes is a leadership and team development coach who helps leaders and teams think clearly, collaborate effectively, and navigate complexity with confidence.

With roots in software engineering and decades of experience in coaching and organizational systems, Jeff brings a warm, human-centered approach to improving team dynamics, leadership behaviors, and modern ways of working — including the evolving role of AI in collaboration.

He contributes to the Agile Coaching Growth Wheel community, co-hosts coaching circles, and speaks internationally about leadership clarity, dynamic teaming, and creating environments where people do their best work.

Jeff Hayes is a leadership and team development coach who helps leaders and teams think clearly, collaborate effectively, and navigate complexity with confidence. With roots in software engineering and decades of experience in coaching and organiz... Show more

Marco Heimeshoff is a trainer, speaker and software developer from Germany. He organizes KanDDDinsky, a conference about Domain-driven Design and the art of business software and co-founded the german DDD community in 2013 and VirtualDDD.com in 2019. Between consulting companies around the globe and his day job in building health care software, you'll find him speaking at conferences about DDD, socio-technical systems and first principles. With over a decade of experience, he is helping teams to change and learn in all things from code to culture and to master Domain-Driven Design, agile software development, functional programming and CQRS with event sourcing.

Marco Heimeshoff is a trainer, speaker and software developer from Germany. He organizes KanDDDinsky, a conference about Domain-driven Design and the art of business software and co-founded the german DDD community in 2013 and VirtualDDD.com in 2019.... Show more

I am a Global Business Growth Solutions Advisor with 25+ years of experience covering several diverse industry sectors and all global geographic regions. I have successfully built and scaled up sustainable global business research & management consulting BUs in my last 3 job roles, by working closely with Founders, MDs, CXOs and Executive Board Members, managing multi-functional multi-cultural and multi-geography teams. I also have established thought leadership in automotive, transportation, logistics, SCM, OHVs & MHEs, Shipping, Railways, Chemicals & Materials, Energy & Power, Healthcare, Technology, Industrial Equipment as well as Infrastructure sectors in MENASA & APAC, Americas & EU through regular speaking engagements, knowledge partnerships, strategic insights & whitepapers on emerging trends, strategies and outlook.

I am a Global Business Growth Solutions Advisor with 25+ years of experience covering several diverse industry sectors and all global geographic regions. I have successfully built and scaled up sustainable global business research & management consul... Show more

Nick Lavery (pronounced Nick Lay-Very) is an active-duty Green Beret in the United States Army Special Forces and the founder & CEO of Precision Components LLC.  After a life-altering injury sustained in combat, he transformed his challenges into a series of curriculums on leadership, resilience, and goal achievement. As one of the most sought-after speakers and mentors in the country, Nick and his team of assets share valuable insights on discipline, work ethic, and teamwork, in turn empowering others to unlock capacity and increase capability. 

Nick has a long and distinguished list of military awards, but to name a few, he has been awarded the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts, a Bronze Star with Valor, three Bronze Stars for service, the Bruce Price Leadership award, and the Special Operations Command Excalibur award. 

Nick is the best selling author of Objective Secure- the battle-tested guide to goal achievement, and most significantly, he is a proud husband and father of two boys. 

Nick Lavery (pronounced Nick Lay-Very) is an active-duty Green Beret in the United States Army Special Forces and the founder & CEO of Precision Components LLC.  After a life-altering injury sustained in combat, he transformed his challenges into a s... 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

Coleman Creed Ledbetter grew up in Waller, Texas, surrounded by quiet fields, steady routines, and a close family that shaped his early sense of direction. Life on a ranch near his grandparents taught him responsibility through simple daily tasks and long hours outside. He spent much of his childhood exploring open land and learning how work and patience fit together. These early lessons formed the values that still guide him with clarity and purpose.

After graduating from Waller High School in 2021, Coleman started college at Texas Tech before moving to South Plains College, where he plans to finish in 2026. He intends to become an electrician, drawn to the hands-on skill and reliability of the trade. Working with tools and building practical knowledge feels meaningful to him. The direction he has chosen offers a balance of stability and growth, giving him a clear path toward a future he can shape.

Music took root in Coleman’s life early on through family gatherings that often ended with shared songs and well-used guitars. Those moments helped him find confidence in singing and writing, and he developed a style closely tied to his Texas upbringing. He has performed in Lubbock at spots like Bashas and continues to draw inspiration from the outdoors and the people who influence his life. Music gives him space to express emotion and reflect on where he comes from.

Outside of school and music, Coleman Ledbetter spends significant time outdoors, where fishing, hunting, and surfing bring a sense of peace. Growing up in Texas helped him love open spaces, and trips to Costa Rica introduced him to surfing while he was young. His work experience includes construction duties with Epic Energy and managing rental properties, both of which taught him problem-solving and responsibility. These roles strengthened his ability to handle challenges with patience.

Volunteer work has also shaped Coleman’s perspective, including mission trips with UMARMY, projects at a women’s shelter, and supporting programs through Cepia in Costa Rica. These experiences taught him the value of service and community. Looking toward the future, he plans to build a career in the trades while continuing to pursue music, guided by the values of effort, honesty, and family that have defined his life since childhood.

Coleman Creed Ledbetter grew up in Waller, Texas, surrounded by quiet fields, steady routines, and a close family that shaped his early sense of direction. Life on a ranch near his grandparents taught him responsibility through simple daily tasks and... Show more

I am a seasoned Senior Software Engineer with over 7 years of hands-on experience
building enterprise-grade solutions across fintech, banking, tax, and core digital
systems. My career spans Nigeria, the USA, and Switzerland, where I’ve delivered
impactful projects that cut across digital banking, revenue automation, Windows OS
development, and enterprise compliance.
I hold a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Federal University Lokoja (2016) My professional journey began in 2018 at Sidmach
Technologies, where I transitioned from a Microsoft Intern to Software Engineer. At
Sidmach, I contributed to major projects such as WAEC HRIS, Mobile Insurance
platforms, and pension management solutions for clients including Agip Oil and
Diamond Bank PFA, often leading implementations and client engagements.
In 2021, I advanced to ICMA Professional Services as a Senior Software Engineer,
building tax automation systems for Ogun, Oyo, and Delta States. Shortly after, I was
transferred to its fintech parent company, where I focused on agency banking solutions.
By mid-2022, I joined ITSS Global (Switzerland), a leading core banking consulting firm,
where I played a pivotal role in deploying digital banking platforms for Global Bank
Panama and Vista Bank across West Africa.
Beyond this, I served as a consultant with Prowess Consulting LLC (USA), attached to
Microsoft, where I worked on Windows OS development, data privacy, antitrust, and
compliance projects, broadening my expertise in global software engineering at scale. I
also contracted with WebMD Ignite (USA), contributing to healthcare-focused digital
platforms that enhance patient engagement and provider solutions. Alongside, I provided
consulting services to top Nigerian banks, including Sterling Bank, Polaris Bank, and
FirstBank Plc.
Today, I continue my career journey as a Senior Software Engineer at Emerson USA,
where I design and deliver high-performance, scalable solutions that support enterprise
innovation and compliance on a global level.

I am a seasoned Senior Software Engineer with over 7 years of hands-on experience building enterprise-grade solutions across fintech, banking, tax, and core digital systems. My career spans Nigeria, the USA, and Switzerland, where I’ve delivered ... Show more

Sahil Yadav is Chief Product Officer at TelemeTrak, where he leads AI-powered infrastructure platforms for government and industrial clients. He has previously launched AI based network automation platforms at Cisco, AI driven predictive analytics products at GE, and industrial AI safety systems at Guardhat, each used by Fortune 500 firms and mission-critical operations. With 13+ years of experience in AI product management, he specializes in scaling edge/cloud AI, driving enterprise adoption. His expertise lies in building resilient, AI-driven systems that work where others break, behind firewalls, across compliance borders, and in zero-trust environments.

Sahil Yadav is Chief Product Officer at TelemeTrak, where he leads AI-powered infrastructure platforms for government and industrial clients. He has previously launched AI based network automation platforms at Cisco, AI driven predictive analytics pr... Show more

Viktor Malyi is AI Strategy & Engineering Consultant with 8 years of AI/ML expertise and 16 years in tech across EdTech, HealthTech, and Consumer Electronics. Over the past 4 years, he led AI transformation in EdTech, where he architected enterprise AI strategy from ground zero, delivered 5 production AI systems with direct revenue impact, and drove AI adoption across multiple departments. Viktor has built AI teams from scratch and established technical standards that became company-wide blueprints. He now works with organizations on AI strategy development, hands-on technical implementation oversight, team building and hiring, and internal AI adoption. Based in Heilbronn, Germany, Viktor focuses on helping companies navigate the practical realities of implementing AI without the usual hype or oversimplified playbooks.

Viktor Malyi is AI Strategy & Engineering Consultant with 8 years of AI/ML expertise and 16 years in tech across EdTech, HealthTech, and Consumer Electronics. Over the past 4 years, he led AI transformation in EdTech, where he architected enterprise ... Show more

Kateryna Nesvit has a Ph.D. in Mathematical Simulation and Methods of Calculation. She is an Associate Professor of Data Science at Marymount University and Founder and CEO of AliveMath LLC. She has taught courses at universities for more than a decade in applied, computational mathematics, and data science. Kateryna has published extensively with more than 70 papers, including two scientific patents. She has presented numerous talks across Europe and the United States. Kateryna worked for a decade in the industry, where she built a recommendation engine for a social media app and a data science platform that predicts compensation for talent across the IT industry. For the past three years, she has been working in the healthcare industry on projects focused on predicting and maintaining mental health. Both projects utilize Neo4j graph database technology. Kateryna applies technology, teaches computing, and shares knowledge.

Kateryna Nesvit has a Ph.D. in Mathematical Simulation and Methods of Calculation. She is an Associate Professor of Data Science at Marymount University and Founder and CEO of AliveMath LLC. She has taught courses at universities for more than a deca... Show more

Jessica Medina is Clinical Research Professional, Toastmasters alum, mother and storyteller on a mission to break silence, break cycles, and break down the walls that keep people stuck in pain they were never meant to carry alone.

Raised in a home shaped by trauma, Jessica understands firsthand the long shadow of generational wounds. From navigating an abusive childhood to supporting her daughter through a misunderstood mental health diagnosis, her journey is a testament to what it means to survive and rise with purpose.

Today, Jessica uses her voice to share stories that hurt and stories that heal. She speaks openly about mental health, motherhood, resilience, and the courage it takes to rewrite your story when the statistics say you were never supposed to make it.

She is, unapologetically, undefined by statistical expectations.

Jessica Medina is Clinical Research Professional, Toastmasters alum, mother and storyteller on a mission to break silence, break cycles, and break down the walls that keep people stuck in pain they were never meant to carry alone. Raised in a home... Show more

http://about.me/manuel.vidaurre
Manuel Vidaurre is the Chief Technology Officer at Galileo - Ben&Frank, the largest direct-to-consumer lenses brand in Mexico and throughout Latin America. With over 30 years of experience in information systems, Manuel has led successful projects across multiple countries.

A recognized international consultant, speaker, workshop leader, and facilitator, Manuel brings comprehensive expertise across the entire product development lifecycle—from conceptualization and implementation to quality assurance and optimization.

His strategic vision combines technical excellence with business acumen, enabling organizations to leverage technology as a competitive advantage in rapidly evolving markets. Throughout his career, Manuel has specialized in guiding companies through digital transformation, developing resilient software architectures, and building high-performing technical teams.

Prior to joining Galileo - Ben&Frank, Manuel served as CTO of OCC, where he led technological initiatives that significantly enhanced the company's market position and operational capabilities.

Manuel is passionate about evolutionary architectures, developer experience as a strategic pillar, and implementing antifragile design principles inspired by Residuality Theory.

*For speaking engagements, consulting opportunities, or collaboration proposals, please contact Manuel via LinkedIn or his professional email.*

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*"Technology should evolve with your business, not constrain it. The best architectures are those that transform uncertainty into opportunity."*

http://about.me/manuel.vidaurre Manuel Vidaurre is the Chief Technology Officer at Galileo - Ben&Frank, the largest direct-to-consumer lenses brand in Mexico and throughout Latin America. With over 30 years of experience in information systems, Manu... Show more

Yashwanth Boddu is an innovative Big Data Engineer and AI Engineering Leader with extensive experience architecting large-scale, enterprise-grade data platforms across transportation, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors. Currently serving as a Data Analytics Engineer at Union Pacific, he specializes in modernizing legacy ecosystems and implementing AI-powered analytics solutions that drive transformational business outcomes.
At Union Pacific, Yashwanth has led groundbreaking initiatives, including the enterprise data lake migration that transformed 200+ legacy ETL pipelines into a cloud-native framework, achieving a 70% reduction in ETL time and over $1.5M/year in cost savings. His AI-powered freight forecasting platform revolutionized rail operations by unifying telemetry, dispatch, and GPS data, improving planning accuracy by 38% and enabling real-time operational insights across 3,000+ miles of track.
During his tenure at Molina Healthcare, Yashwanth architected mission-critical data integrity and analytics platforms that processed over 60 TB of multi-source claims data daily. His provider data deduplication engine reduced duplication by 93% across 30M+ records, while his real-time claims processing system identified $3.4M+ detected fraud and achieved 70% faster adjudication.
Yashwanth's technical arsenal spans cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS), big data technologies (Apache Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, Databricks), and machine learning frameworks. He has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in stream processing, ETL pipeline design, and implementing robust data governance frameworks. His expertise extends to programming languages including Python, Java, Scala, and SQL, with deep knowledge of distributed computing and real-time analytics.
Throughout his career, Yashwanth has delivered cumulative infrastructure cost savings exceeding $5M across projects while pioneering data governance strategies adopted across multiple lines of business. His platforms have been recognized for enterprise transformation capabilities and regulatory compliance readiness, supporting critical audits and enabling advanced predictive analytics.
Yashwanth holds a Master of Science in Computer Engineering from Wayne State University with a G.P.A 3.66/4.00, and a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, India. His academic foundation in engineering principles, combined with hands-on industry experience, positions him as a thought leader in data engineering and AI implementation. His proven ability to reverse-engineer complex legacy systems, architect scalable cloud-native solutions, and deliver measurable business value makes him a sought-after expert in enterprise data transformation initiatives.

Yashwanth Boddu is an innovative Big Data Engineer and AI Engineering Leader with extensive experience architecting large-scale, enterprise-grade data platforms across transportation, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors. Currently serving as a... Show more

Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Horizon Outreach

Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA, is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Outreach, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2010 with the mission: “Giving Everyone A New Start.” Horizon Outreach provides employment, workforce development, reentry services, housing assistance, and fatherhood/parenting education to strengthen families and support economic mobility.

Ms. Johnson is a United States Air Force Veteran and a 2008 Executive MBA graduate of Auburn University. She has over 35 years of combined corporate and nonprofit experience, including overseeing $320 million in corporate finance portfolios and leading high-quality fatherhood programming. She is a sought-after keynote speaker for college commencement ceremonies and local graduations throughout the Houston region, delivering motivational messages that inspire future leaders.

Ms. Johnson has over 35 years of combined corporate and nonprofit experience, overseeing $320 million in corporate accounts and leading high-quality fatherhood programming. Under her leadership, Horizon Outreach has secured and successfully managed more than $15 million in federal and private funding, serving over 12,500 families and individuals, including more than 9,000 fathers and 3,500 veterans. She has also been sought out by federal grantors to provide technical assistance to other grantees to strengthen workforce development programming.

Horizon Outreach provides reentry services and workforce development support to fathers throughout the Houston area. Horizon Outreach provides fathers in Houston, Texas with a “New Start” through fatherhood education, workforce training, and industry-recognized credentials—including Forklift, Flagger, Commercial Truck Driving, and TWIC—supporting sustainable employment and strengthening long-term family stability.

Horizon Outreach has been recognized for reducing recidivism among reentry fathers, reducing homelessness among veteran families, and increasing access to permanent affordable housing for vulnerable populations. Accolades include a Congressional Certificate of Recognition, two City of Houston designations (Horizon Eagle Day & Horizon Outreach Day), and Mayoral recognition for reducing veteran homelessness. Nationally, Horizon Outreach received the “Earkle Award” for Elevated Session Attendance.

Ms. Johnson has also served as Team Captain for Houston’s Annual Homeless Count, supervising over 500 volunteers to identify and provide resource access to homeless veterans, families, and children. She enjoys serving others, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA Founder & Chief Executive Officer Horizon Outreach Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA, is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Outreach, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2010 with the mission: “Giving Everyone A... Show more

Renzo Cáceres Rossi

R - RStudio - RMarkdown Program Mentor at Data Science Research Peru, he has delivered webinars and workshops across Bolivia, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Czech Republic, and Peru.
As an R Package Developer, he has created over 12 packages, with notable contributions including infectiousR, MedDataSets, OncoDatSets, and NeuroDataSets, among others. Renzo is the creator of the first metapackage developed in Peru and Latin America: DataSetsVerse.

Renzo Cáceres Rossi R - RStudio - RMarkdown Program Mentor at Data Science Research Peru, he has delivered webinars and workshops across Bolivia, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Czech Republic, and Peru. As an R Package Developer, he has created over... Show more

I have worked with IT for the last 2½ decade, and specifically with virtualization and Citrix products for the last 16 years.
I have worked internally and later externally as a consultant.

My focus with new projects, is always end user-centric. Who will use this, and how does this product fit into their work day.

I have 4 kids and love board games.

I have worked with IT for the last 2½ decade, and specifically with virtualization and Citrix products for the last 16 years. I have worked internally and later externally as a consultant. My focus with new projects, is always end user-centric. W... Show more

Jabari Stafford has built his life around racquet sports, turning a deep passion into a lifelong career centered on growth, leadership, and connection. From ATP-ranked competition to guiding prestigious racquet programs, his path reflects discipline, teamwork, and a clear commitment to excellence both on and off the court.

Throughout his professional career, Jabari has held several prominent roles, including Director of Operations at Jamira Tennis Center, Managing Director at Philadelphia Tennis Club, and Racquets Professional and Pickleball Coordinator at Lancaster Country Club, which is recognized as one of America’s Top 30 Platinum Clubs. His leadership combines athletic experience with strategic management, allowing him to build programs that encourage development, inclusivity, and strong community ties.

Growing up in Philadelphia, Jabari learned the importance of dedication, focus, and connection at an early age. Those principles shaped his approach as both a player and a mentor. His philosophy centers on creating environments that inspire players to improve their skills while fostering a sense of belonging and teamwork. He views racquet sports as a means of both personal growth and athletic achievement.

His introduction to tennis began at the age of five, when he trained with his sister, Emira, at the Arthur Ashe Youth and Tennis Center. Encouraged by their father, they practiced at a private facility he built for them, which later became the Jamira Tennis Center. The name combined the names of both siblings, symbolizing family and shared purpose. Under Jabari’s leadership, the center grew into a respected hub for tennis and pickleball, offering programs for all ages and skill levels. His hands-on coaching style and emphasis on player development helped strengthen participation and community engagement.

At George Washington University, Jabari played Division I tennis while earning a degree in Business Administration and Finance. Competing at this level refined his leadership and focus. After graduation, he joined the ATP and ITF circuits, competing in over 20 countries, which provided him with valuable international experience and a deeper understanding of training systems.

Today, Jabari Stafford continues to lead at Lancaster Country Club, where he combines coaching, mentorship, and management to strengthen racquet sports. His lifelong commitment reflects his belief that the game builds discipline, connection, and community.

Jabari Stafford has built his life around racquet sports, turning a deep passion into a lifelong career centered on growth, leadership, and connection. From ATP-ranked competition to guiding prestigious racquet programs, his path reflects discipline,... Show more

Tummalapalli Sudhamsh Reddy is an accomplished Principal Data Scientist with over a decade of experience transforming complex data into actionable business insights across fintech, e-commerce, retail, healthcare, and insurance sectors. Currently serving as Principal Data Scientist and ML Architect at QlikTech Inc. in Waltham, Massachusetts, he leads the AI/ML group in developing cutting-edge AutoML solutions that serve over 3,000 customers and generate millions in annual revenue.
With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Arlington, where his dissertation focused on Game Theoretic Frameworks for Multiagent Systems, Sudhamsh combines deep theoretical knowledge with practical industry expertise. His academic foundation includes a Master's degree in Computer Science specializing in Distributed Computing and a Bachelor's in Computer Science and Engineering from Madras University.
Throughout his career, Sudhamsh has demonstrated exceptional leadership in data science initiatives. At Philo Inc., he revolutionized user engagement through advanced recommendation engines and algorithmic collections. During his tenure at Kayak Software, he redesigned the hotel ranking algorithm, resulting in over $5.2 million in additional annual revenue. His work at DataRobot Inc. involved leading cross-functional teams to implement critical use cases including customer churn prediction, lifetime value modeling, and healthcare analytics.
A recognized thought leader in the field, Sudhamsh presented on AutoML Best Practices at QlikWorld 2023, achieving an exceptional impact score of 8.03. His expertise spans a comprehensive toolkit including Python, R, SAS, Big Data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Hive), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and advanced machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, Keras, XGBoost).
Beyond his technical achievements, Sudhamsh has contributed to academia through multiple peer-reviewed publications in prestigious conferences including IEEE ICMLA and SMC. He has also served the scientific community as a reviewer for notable journals including Computing Journal (Springer Vienna) and Computer Communications (Elsevier).
His unique combination of academic rigor, industry experience, and proven ability to deliver measurable business value positions him as a leading voice in the evolving landscape of data science and machine learning.

Tummalapalli Sudhamsh Reddy is an accomplished Principal Data Scientist with over a decade of experience transforming complex data into actionable business insights across fintech, e-commerce, retail, healthcare, and insurance sectors. Currently serv... Show more

Ben Jones is the Co-Founder and CEO of Data Literacy, a training and education company that's on a mission to help people learn the language of data and AI.

Ben is the author of ten books on data and AI, including AI Literacy Fundamentals (Data Literacy Press, 2024), Avoiding Data Pitfalls (Wiley, 2019), Data Literacy Fundamentals (DLP, 2020) and Leading in the Age of Data (DLP, 2023).

Ben also teaches data visualization at the University of Washington Foster School of Business, and has presented to, trained or worked with companies, nonprofits, and government agencies around the world, including at the highest level of the US Intelligence Community.

While leading the popular Tableau Public Platform for several years, Ben recognized the large gap between people’s knowledge of data and what needed to know in order to do their job successfully. He started Data Literacy to help address this urgent need. You can read more about his founder’s story in his published journal, The Introspective Entrepreneur.

To balance out the digital side of life, Ben loves hiking and backpacking on the beautiful trails of the Pacific Northwest. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA (2000) and an MBA from California Lutheran University (2011).

Ben Jones is the Co-Founder and CEO of Data Literacy, a training and education company that's on a mission to help people learn the language of data and AI. Ben is the author of ten books on data and AI, including AI Literacy Fundamentals (Data L... Show more

Full-Stack Mobile & Web Engineer always learning new things and experimenting with technology.

Full-Stack Mobile & Web Engineer always learning new things and experimenting with technology. Show more