Vasanth Mudavatu is a seasoned IT leader with a career spanning nearly two decades, specializing in generative AI, machine learning, application security, and enterprise-scale software engineering. With a blend of deep technical expertise and strategic business acumen, he has consistently led transformative digital initiatives for Fortune 500 companies and global enterprises.
Currently serving as a Senior Principal Software Engineer and Product Manager, Vasanth is at the forefront of building secure, intelligent AI systems tailored for complex enterprise environments. His work focuses on generative AI model adaptation, large language model fine-tuning, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and secure application development. He has led the implementation of multi-agent AI solutions that address real-world challenges in risk evaluation, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
Vasanth's background in both product strategy and hands-on engineering allows him to navigate seamlessly between vision-setting and execution. He defines product roadmaps, manages go-to-market strategies, and leads cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact AI/ML solutions. He brings a strong focus on user experience, data analytics, and measurable business value, consistently aligning technology delivery with organizational goals.
He has demonstrated leadership in modern DevOps practices, CI/CD pipeline optimization, and cloud-native development. His initiatives have significantly improved development velocity, automation, and resource efficiency across engineering and product teams. He is well-versed in tools like GitLab, Kubernetes, Docker, and security platforms tailored for AI workflows.
Before his current role, Vasanth held senior leadership and project management positions at leading technology firms, where he oversaw the design, integration, and deployment of large-scale systems in cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure automation. He has worked extensively in diverse domains including healthcare, financial services, cloud networking, and enterprise IT service management.
Vasanth holds an MBA from Boston University and a Master’s in Software Systems from BITS Pilani, India, in addition to his Bachelor’s in Engineering. His cross-functional expertise bridges engineering, product leadership, and enterprise transformation, making him a sought-after voice in the evolving AI and enterprise IT landscape.
He is known for fostering innovation, mentoring high-performing teams, and advocating for responsible AI development that prioritizes security, scalability, and usability. Vasanth continues to explore the frontiers of intelligent systems while delivering real-world value through technology.

Vasanth Mudavatu is a seasoned IT leader with a career spanning nearly two decades, specializing in generative AI, machine learning, application security, and enterprise-scale software engineering. With a blend of deep technical expertise and strateg... Show more

Maryam Umar is a Digital Health Researcher at the Centre for Digital Transformation of Health, University of Melbourne. With a deep-rooted background in community advocacy, Maryam specializes in bridging the gap between innovative technology and equitable healthcare delivery. Her work focuses on ensuring that the digital transformation of health systems is not only technologically advanced but also socially inclusive and community-centred.
At the University of Melbourne, Maryam leverages her expertise to explore how digital interventions can be designed to serve diverse populations, particularly those in underserved or marginalized communities. By combining rigorous research methodologies with the heart of an advocate, she strives to create digital health solutions that are as accessible as they are impactful.

Maryam Umar is a Digital Health Researcher at the Centre for Digital Transformation of Health, University of Melbourne. With a deep-rooted background in community advocacy, Maryam specializes in bridging the gap between innovative technology and equi... Show more

Nick Miller is a former CIO and current leading voice on emerging technologies, cloud software marketplaces, and how to leverage technology to drive digital transformation. He is also an avid coffee drinker. Today, Nick leads the AWS Marketplace business for US Federal Government, Healthcare, and Non-Profits customers. Prior to AWS, Nick spent six years at In-Q-Tel, Inc., a strategic venture investment firm supporting national security. Nick joined In-Q-Tel after 10 years of service in the US Army. There, Nick served as an Army Signal officer deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan where he led Soldiers providing communications in the harshest environment. In 2010, Nick led Arlington National Cemetery’s digital transformation as its first CIO moving the organization from typewriters and 3x5 index cards to a digital customer experience in 2 years. He led the launch of ANC Explorer, the DoD’s first iOS mobile app in the iTunes store. Nick frequently speaks at top vendor industry events including, AWS, Snowflake, Neo4j, and many more. Outside of work, Nick serves as a member of the Advisory Committee on Arlington National Cemetery and the Software in Defense Coalition. Nick holds masters degrees in finance and electrical engineering from Johns Hopkins University and Lehigh University.

Nick Miller is a former CIO and current leading voice on emerging technologies, cloud software marketplaces, and how to leverage technology to drive digital transformation. He is also an avid coffee drinker. Today, Nick leads the AWS Marketplace busi... Show more

25 years of leadership, strategic business and partner development, marketing, and digital transformation solution development with Dynamics 365, Azure, PowerBI, Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive services, Machine Learning, Azure Synapse Analytics, Big Data/DW, eXtended Financial Planning & Analysis and Corporate Performance Management, IoT, blockchain, mixed reality and autonomous cyber-security for Solver, Microsoft, IBM, Great Plains, FRx and Oracle in Canada, U.S.A., UK, Australia, and Western Europe. My value is centered in building intellectual and emotional buy-in which inspires executives and teams to engage and collaborate in achieving beneficial Digital Transformation outcomes. My method is strongly grounded in sales process and sales motion best practices. I have success inspiring business leaders to recognize the value of Digital Transformation and engage in a program of change for Digital success.

25 years of leadership, strategic business and partner development, marketing, and digital transformation solution development with Dynamics 365, Azure, PowerBI, Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive services, Machine Learning, Azure Synapse Analytic... Show more

Eric Nyuydze is a Cloud and DevOps Engineer with over 5 years of experience designing and securing cloud deployments across AWS and Azure. He specializes in CI/CD, container orchestration, Infrastructure as Code, and cloud security. Beyond engineering, Eric is passionate about public speaking, mentorship, and community building. He actively contributes to advancing tech skills in Africa through training and knowledge sharing, and has led projects in regulated industries such as healthcare and fintech.

Eric Nyuydze is a Cloud and DevOps Engineer with over 5 years of experience designing and securing cloud deployments across AWS and Azure. He specializes in CI/CD, container orchestration, Infrastructure as Code, and cloud security. Beyond engineeri... Show more

Kelly, multi-award winning Brand Marketing and Communications leader in tech, excels in driving DEIB.
With vast experience in Spain and the UK, she's led teams for major clients and focused on organisational culture at Ingram Micro.
Her commitment to DEI is evident in her role as the founder of Latinas In Tech Madrid, mentoring young professionals and entrepreneurs.

Kelly, multi-award winning Brand Marketing and Communications leader in tech, excels in driving DEIB. With vast experience in Spain and the UK, she's led teams for major clients and focused on organisational culture at Ingram Micro. Her commitmen... Show more

I am a seasoned Solution Architect with over a decade of experience in delivering technology solutions within the Non-profit, Medical, and Investment firm industries. My expertise spans a mix of consulting and industry-specific roles. In these positions, I have successfully designed and executed numerous projects involving Microsoft products, including Dynamics CRM for Sales, Service, and Marketing, as well as Office 365 Administration. Additionally, I have been actively engaged in the community, contributing my skills and knowledge to further our collective goals.

I am a seasoned Solution Architect with over a decade of experience in delivering technology solutions within the Non-profit, Medical, and Investment firm industries. My expertise spans a mix of consulting and industry-specific roles. In these positi... Show more

Mon Adn : L'audace de danser avec l'incertitude
Mon rôle : débloquer la puissance d'agir au service de la santé mentale
Ma mission : transmettre des clés du fonctionnement cognitif de la prise de décision et des outils pour faire le pas de côté
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Mon Adn : L'audace de danser avec l'incertitude Mon rôle : débloquer la puissance d'agir au service de la santé mentale Ma mission : transmettre des clés du fonctionnement cognitif de la prise de décision et des outils pour faire le pas de côté Ne... Show more

Žiga Vaupot is working in IT industry for 30+ years. In the last decade or so, Žiga has been working in the field of business analytics and has held several managerial roles in companies such as Bron, Qubix and Version 1. Since 2025, he is working as a Director at SmartQ d.o.o. in Slovenia.

Even though Žiga's current role is more managerial, Žiga is still active in his “original" business analytics consultancy role in which he has been active on various projects in Europe and UK, North America and Japan. In these projects he was primarily involved with implementation of Oracle Analytics based solutions.

Before joining Bron/Qubix Žiga was CIO of the largest Slovenian publishing company, Mladinska knjiga. He has also spent 10 years in Oracle Slovenia and CEE region performing in several roles from technology and application pre-sales, sales and marketing.

Žiga's focus today still lies with Oracle (cloud) based technology and infrastructure. His expertise is in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure including Analytics, Autonomous Database, Machine Learning, Data Science, AI and other related OCI services.

As a member of the SIOUG board, he is also an active member of the group in organising various events including annual MakeIT conference.

Žiga has MBA degree of Faculty of Economics, and BSC degree from Faculty of Computer Sciences and Informatics, both University of Ljubljana. He also holds several Oracle expertise certificates, ie. Oracle Cloud Platform Enterprise Analytics 2023 Certified Specialist.

Žiga is Oracle ACE Pro since 2020.

Žiga Vaupot is working in IT industry for 30+ years. In the last decade or so, Žiga has been working in the field of business analytics and has held several managerial roles in companies such as Bron, Qubix and Version 1. Since 2025, he is working as... Show more

Gabriel Yomi Dabiri is a finance attorney based in the United States who focuses his practice on private credit and direct lending matters. He currently serves in a global leadership capacity at his law firm, advising clients on domestic and cross-border finance transactions, restructurings, and special situations. His work reflects a steady, measured approach, centered on clear communication, careful analysis, and an understanding of how legal decisions affect broader business objectives in complex, often time-sensitive financial matters.

Gabriel has developed broad experience across a wide range of financing structures, including senior, mezzanine, and subordinated debt, as well as unitranche and multi-lien arrangements. His practice also includes cash flow lending, asset-based facilities, subscription lines, distressed debt, debtor-in-possession financings, and real estate-related structures. This breadth allows him to assist lenders, sponsors, and borrowers in both routine transactions and more complex financings that require disciplined judgment and close attention to market terms.

Gabriel dedicates a significant portion of his work to expanding and strengthening a global private credit and direct lending platform. He regularly advises on intercreditor negotiations, subordination arrangements, and restructuring matters that require practical solutions rather than abstract theory. His approach is grounded in understanding client priorities and risk tolerance, allowing him to help structure outcomes that are commercially realistic while remaining legally sound in challenging and evolving market conditions.

Gabriel Yomi Dabiri brings an international perspective shaped by years of living and working across major financial centers worldwide. He is admitted to practice law in the United States and England and Wales, enabling him to advise on transactions governed by different legal systems. This dual qualification supports his work on cross-border financings and multi-jurisdictional structures, helping clients manage complexity while maintaining consistency and efficiency across jurisdictions.

Gabriel began his legal career with training at an international law firm, where he worked across several offices and developed a strong foundation in banking and finance. He later joined another global firm as an associate, where he gained deeper exposure to private credit transactions and secured his first significant client in that space during his mid-level years. He then moved to another firm to further build his private credit practice and technical expertise.

Gabriel later accepted an opportunity to establish a private credit and cross-border finance practice at a national firm, while also serving as managing partner of its New York office. During his leadership tenure, the office experienced substantial growth in personnel and operations, eventually requiring expansion into additional space. He was actively involved in planning and development efforts, reflecting his belief that strong legal practices depend on thoughtful leadership and sustainable growth.

Gabriel Yomi Dabiri holds an academic background that combines economics, political science, and law, reflecting an early interest in the interaction between financial markets and legal systems. This education supports his ability to assess transactions from both legal and economic perspectives, particularly in matters involving layered capital structures or competing stakeholder interests. His training enables him to engage thoughtfully with complex issues and provide guidance that is grounded and well-reasoned.

Gabriel is also committed to contributing beyond his legal practice through philanthropy, volunteer service, and mentorship. He has served in governance and advisory roles for organizations focused on economic empowerment and has volunteered his legal skills in support of health-related initiatives. In addition, he mentors professionals and participates in knowledge-sharing efforts within the legal community, aiming to support responsible practice and long-term professional development.

Gabriel Yomi Dabiri is a finance attorney based in the United States who focuses his practice on private credit and direct lending matters. He currently serves in a global leadership capacity at his law firm, advising clients on domestic and cross-bo... Show more

Sriramu Kundoor is a seasoned SAS Certified Statistical Programmer with over 14 years of diverse experience in clinical research, pharmaceutical data analytics, and biostatistics. Currently serving as Associate Director of Statistical Programming at Organon LLC, Sriramu brings a proven track record of success across therapeutic areas such as women’s health, oncology, cell therapy, virology, obesity, diabetes, and rare diseases.
With hands-on expertise spanning Phase I–III clinical trials, Sriramu has contributed to multiple FDA regulatory submissions, including 2 NDAs, 2 BLAs, 1 sBLA (co-led), and 2 PMRs, and has played a critical role in ensuring compliance with CDISC standards, FDA regulations, and international regulatory requirements. His key contributions include the development and validation of SDTM and ADaM datasets, oversight of clinical data quality, and leading statistical programming teams through high-stakes submissions and deliverables. Throughout his career, Sriramu has held pivotal roles at leading organizations such as Organon Pharma Kite Pharma (a Gilead Company), Seattle Genetics, and Amylin Pharmaceuticals, where he managed programming activities for global regulatory submissions, developed reusable SAS macros, and led cross-functional collaboration across data management, medical writing, and biostatistics. He is well-versed in tools and platforms, including SAS (9.1–9.4), Enterprise Guide, SDD, LSAF, R, RStudio, and R Shiny, and is recognized for his ability to translate complex clinical data into regulatory-ready outputs with precision and compliance.
In addition to his technical accomplishments, Sriramu holds dual master’s degrees: an M.S. in Applied Statistics and Data Science from Kansas University Medical Center and an M.S. in General Chemistry from Texas A&M University. His early research in peptide-metal ion interactions and publications in peer-reviewed journals underscore his commitment to scientific rigor. Sriramu is also an accomplished conference speaker, having presented at industry forums such as PharmaSUG and WUSS, where he earned accolades for his innovative data solutions. With a blend of technical excellence, leadership, and domain knowledge, Sriramu Kundoor continues to be a driving force in advancing data-driven clinical development.

Sriramu Kundoor is a seasoned SAS Certified Statistical Programmer with over 14 years of diverse experience in clinical research, pharmaceutical data analytics, and biostatistics. Currently serving as Associate Director of Statistical Programming at ... Show more

Yasir Naveed Riaz is a Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity specialist with 20+ years of experience leading high-impact technology programs across fintech, digital payments, public services, and enterprise modernization in the GCC.

He has delivered mission-critical initiatives in Zero Trust architecture, cloud security, AI-driven automation, citizen experience platforms, document modernization, and secure digital payment infrastructures for major banks, government entities, and large enterprises.

Yasir is also deeply focused on AI enablement for diverse audiences — including students, parents, teachers, healthcare professionals, SMEs, and organizational leaders — helping them understand, adopt, and responsibly leverage AI in their personal and professional lives.

His expertise spans: AI readiness, cybersecurity governance, digital safety, fintech protection, public-sector modernization, enterprise architecture, and next-gen workforce skills development.

Yasir speaks passionately about bridging the gap between technology and people, empowering communities to thrive in a secure and AI-enabled digital era.

Yasir Naveed Riaz is a Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity specialist with 20+ years of experience leading high-impact technology programs across fintech, digital payments, public services, and enterprise modernization in the GCC. He has deli... Show more

Data Scientist enthusiast, Co-Organiser of Pydata Port Harcourt and Team Lead at Port Harcourt School of Ai

Data Scientist enthusiast, Co-Organiser of Pydata Port Harcourt and Team Lead at Port Harcourt School of Ai Show more

Steven Okoye serves as Deputy General Counsel at EHE Health, which is a preventive health and telemedicine platform.

Steven Okoye serves as Deputy General Counsel at EHE Health, which is a preventive health and telemedicine platform. Show more

I am an IT Principal a Principal Architect within the AI Center of Enablement at Cigna/Evernorth, where I lead the architecture of enterprise-scale Artificial Intelligence platforms. As an IEEE Senior Member, I specialize in bridging the gap between complex legacy ecosystems and cutting-edge Generative AI.

Currently, I am focused on building foundational Enterprise AI Platforms, including a Knowledge Graph Platform designed to tap into multimodal enterprise knowledge, and establishing AI FinOps frameworks to optimize model cost and performance. My background includes architecting GenAI underwriting and regulatory systems that process over 266 million documents annually, leveraging Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and LLM Observability to ensure consistency and compliance.

I am also an active researcher and author, having published work on Generative AI for MES Optimization, LLM-driven Digital Manufacturing, and Edge AI for On-Site Health Risk Scoring. Beyond my corporate and academic work, I am the creator and maintainer of Syda, an open-source Python library for AI-powered synthetic data generation

I am an IT Principal a Principal Architect within the AI Center of Enablement at Cigna/Evernorth, where I lead the architecture of enterprise-scale Artificial Intelligence platforms. As an IEEE Senior Member, I specialize in bridging the gap between ... Show more

I’m passionate about turning data into insight and technology into transformation. With a laser focus on client experience, I thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact—helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data through cloud-native solutions and intelligent analytics.
Whether leading strategic initiatives or diving deep into technical design, I’ve partnered with clients across industries to accelerate cloud adoption, envision high-value use cases, and build differentiators that drive real business outcomes. From AWS to Azure, IBM Cloud to GCP, I bring a multi-cloud perspective and a hands-on approach to every engagement.
I love sharing knowledge and sparking ideas—delivering workshops, webinars, hackathons, and technical enablement sessions that empower teams to think bigger and build smarter.

I’m passionate about turning data into insight and technology into transformation. With a laser focus on client experience, I thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact—helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data through cl... Show more

I am a seasoned Solution Architect with strong experience in CRM, CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote), CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management), Cloud technologies, API development, and system integrations, with a sharp focus on leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to drive innovation, efficiency, and compliance in business processes. My background lies in compliance operations, marketing, service, and sales, predominantly within the life sciences environment where I have designed and implemented pioneering solutions to facilitate processes, enhance customer relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and offer quantifiable business returns. Through my comprehensive exposure to the pertinent issues, the compliance requirements, and regulatory systems of the life sciences industry as well as through technical competence, I can deliver compliant, scalable, and strategic solutions.

Outside technical competency, my most enthusiastic subject area is researching on the viability of applying AI and LLMs to customer relationship management, contract automation, monitoring compliance, and data-based decision-making. Interest in this arena of innovation, compliance, and continuous learning fires my motivation in being a peer reviewer. I am eager to utilize my skills and experience to critically evaluate research, methodologies, and emerging technologies to guarantee that they are of the highest standard, relevance, and impact. My goal is to help promote knowledge in the professional community, enhance collaboration among experts, and enable uptake of innovative technologies to assist in business and compliance objectives.

I am a seasoned Solution Architect with strong experience in CRM, CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote), CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management), Cloud technologies, API development, and system integrations, with a sharp focus on leveraging Artificial Intelligen... Show more

I've started 2014 into the consulting business and had several projects, with all SQL Server components, regarding data plattforms. Since 2020 I'm doing only Azure Projects, starting from Setup Data Landing Zones, transforming, analyze and display data. On 2022 I've started my own business.

I've started 2014 into the consulting business and had several projects, with all SQL Server components, regarding data plattforms. Since 2020 I'm doing only Azure Projects, starting from Setup Data Landing Zones, transforming, analyze and display da... Show more

Dr. Caroline Morton is a medical doctor, epidemiologist, and software engineer working at the intersection of public health and modern software. She is the founder of two companies, the author of over 70 academic papers and two books, including Async Rust by O'Reilly, and the creator of open-source tools that bring systems-grade reliability to epidemiology. She also founded and runs Women in Rust. Her recent work focuses on using Rust to build auditable, reproducible infrastructure for scientific research and public good. She is on a mission to make scientific software safer, clearer, and more open - one crate at a time.

Dr. Caroline Morton is a medical doctor, epidemiologist, and software engineer working at the intersection of public health and modern software. She is the founder of two companies, the author of over 70 academic papers and two books, including Async... Show more

Karen Dimitrijeski is a Digital Quality & Automation Consultant with over 10 years of experience in Quality roles supporting regulated IT across the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Biotechnology industries. She translates complex global regulatory expectations into clear, actionable solutions that position Quality as a strategic partner, not a bottleneck. Her core expertise includes risk-based GxP system validation (CSV/CSA), data integrity, lifecycle management, and audit readiness.

Her background spans Quality System Management, systems administration, and business ownership for global, enterprise-scale regulated applications supporting hundreds of sites and thousands of users. She has partnered closely with infrastructure operations, IT security, data-center qualification teams, ITSM process owners (change, incident, problem, and access management), and SaaS/IaaS suppliers to ensure that enterprise systems remain compliant, resilient, and audit-ready throughout their lifecycle.

Karen builds scalable, system-agnostic automation architectures that modernize regulated software ecosystems, strengthen governance, and accelerate digital transformation—enabling Quality, ITSM, Security, and Infrastructure teams to operate as aligned partners rather than siloed functions.

Karen Dimitrijeski is a Digital Quality & Automation Consultant with over 10 years of experience in Quality roles supporting regulated IT across the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Biotechnology industries. She translates complex global regulator... Show more

Ishween Kaur is a founding Senior Software Engineer for the AI Agents team at Salesforce, where she leads efforts to build and scale trustworthy, scalable, and culturally adaptable AI. She builds inclusive impact in tech by blending engineering expertise with empathy and empowerment.

Her mission is deeply personal. Driven by her journey as an immigrant from India, Ishween champions self-advocacy through storytelling. She is a prominent speaker and workshop facilitator at major conferences like the Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC) and LWT Tech Summit, as well as at universities and for groups like the Salesforce Women's Network. She also leads communications for Women in AI, California.

Ishween translates this advocacy into action. She shares practical career growth strategies on YouTube and has created signature tools like the “Scoop of Success” to help women turn wins into data. At Salesforce, she applied her AI skills directly to advance equity by automating the 'Women of Impact' nomination process.

Ishween Kaur is a founding Senior Software Engineer for the AI Agents team at Salesforce, where she leads efforts to build and scale trustworthy, scalable, and culturally adaptable AI. She builds inclusive impact in tech by blending engineering exper... Show more

I am working as a Google Cloud Principal Architect and I have 16 years of IT industry experience, I am self-motivated & result-oriented with 6+ Years of experience as a Cloud Solution Architect with a proven track record in Solution Design for Cloud technologies in IT Infrastructure functions and Managed Services domain with migration strategies planned from on-prem to the cloud and As a Cloud Architect, I guide customers in their digital transformation journey to the cloud. My primary role is to design solutions that will help customers migrate, operate, deploy and optimize cloud-based Infrastructure, Applications, DevOps, and Databases. I also contribute to knowledge sharing and conducting training. I am also Google Cloud, AWS, Azure, and Terraform Associate Certified.

I am working as a Google Cloud Principal Architect and I have 16 years of IT industry experience, I am self-motivated & result-oriented with 6+ Years of experience as a Cloud Solution Architect with a proven track record in Solution Design for Cloud... Show more

Dr. Kiran Kumar Gunakala is an accomplished researcher and academic with over 15 years of experience in computer science, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Healthcare Informatics. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Sri Venkateswara University, India. Dr. Gunakala has published more than 25 peer-reviewed papers in reputed journals and international conferences, and his research contributions focus on AI-driven healthcare solutions, interoperability frameworks, and predictive analytics in clinical systems.
He has led multiple interdisciplinary projects funded by government and industry bodies, including a recent initiative on AI-powered patient data interoperability to enhance decision-making in healthcare environments. Dr. Gunakala’s technical expertise encompasses machine learning, deep learning, and big data technologies, and he is proficient in tools such as Python, R, TensorFlow, and AWS cloud services.
Dr. Gunakala is also an active speaker and panelist at national and international forums, promoting ethical AI adoption and digital transformation in the healthcare sector. He is passionate about bridging the gap between medical practitioners and data-driven technologies to create more inclusive, accurate, and patient-centric systems. His work continues to contribute to academic excellence and real-world impact, positioning him as a thought leader in the convergence of AI and health informatics.

Dr. Kiran Kumar Gunakala is an accomplished researcher and academic with over 15 years of experience in computer science, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Healthcare Informatics. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor... Show more

Sharath Reddy Polu is an accomplished Advanced Analytics professional with over six years of experience delivering end-to-end data science, machine learning, and analytics solutions across retail, banking, and technology domains. He brings deep expertise in predictive modeling, fraud detection, risk management, and scalable cloud-based analytics pipelines.
Currently, Sharath serves as Manager, Advanced Analytics at Walmart Inc., where he leads seller risk management initiatives. By leveraging BigQuery, Python, and ML algorithms, he developed high-impact fraud detection rules and predictive models to flag non-compliant sellers, achieving multi-million-dollar loss prevention. He also automated catalog health dashboards and reporting workflows, reducing manual effort by 96 hours per month, while building decision tree-based rules with 85% precision to mitigate seller risk.
Previously, as a Senior Data Scientist at Truist Bank, Sharath designed advanced predictive analytics frameworks to support commercial and consumer banking portfolios. He simplified mapping for 150+ critical data elements, built centralized data assets using SAS Viya, SQL, and PySpark, and developed automated ETL processes to ensure data flows to loss forecasting ML models seamlessly. He optimized fraud detection rules, increasing capture rates from 68% to 74% and delivering $2.5M in annual savings. His additional contributions included Zelle claims automation (saving 528 hours/month), login fraud detection, and fixing discrepancies in debit card production rules, which resulted in $5.6M yearly savings.
Earlier, as a Data Scientist Intern at Fondo Atlas, he built XGBoost models for rent forecasting across 800 submarkets and performed feature engineering to reduce predictive model error. At Amazon Development Centre India, he identified fraud patterns preventing over $100K in e-commerce losses. At Accenture, he streamlined global sales reporting, reduced manual analysis by 65%, and developed a chatbot with Microsoft LUIS API, saving $500K in operational costs.
Sharath holds a Master of Science in Business Analytics from the University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business (GPA: 3.8/4) and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Osmania University. With proven expertise across Python, PySpark, SQL, BigQuery, SAS, Tableau, and Snowflake, Sharath excels at transforming business challenges into data-driven solutions that reduce risk, optimize operations, and deliver measurable business value.

Sharath Reddy Polu is an accomplished Advanced Analytics professional with over six years of experience delivering end-to-end data science, machine learning, and analytics solutions across retail, banking, and technology domains. He brings deep exper... Show more

Vinay Mistry is an Analytics Architect at OnPoint Insights LLC with over 22 years of experience designing enterprise-scale data platforms. He has architected solutions from traditional data warehouses to modern lakehouse architectures across on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments.

At OnPoint Insights, Vinay specializes in complex data integration challenges, leading implementations that integrate AWS, Azure, GCP, and Oracle environments for clients in financial services, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. He delivers scalable analytics platforms that drive measurable business value.

His core expertise includes multi-cloud data architecture and strategy, Microsoft Fabric lakehouse implementations, legacy system modernization, enterprise data governance and compliance, and performance optimization for large-scale analytics workloads.

With deep technical knowledge earned over two decades, Vinay brings practical, battle-tested insights to data engineering challenges .

Vinay Mistry is an Analytics Architect at OnPoint Insights LLC with over 22 years of experience designing enterprise-scale data platforms. He has architected solutions from traditional data warehouses to modern lakehouse architectures across on-premi... Show more

Victoria Ottah Nnenna (Toria) is a User experience designer specializing in accessibility and an Author who co-wrote the first digital ethical accessibility book. She is a global speaker who identifies as an accessibility evangelist advancing accessibility advocacy through public speaking, such as this, creating digital designs, and conducting Accessibility Audits.

She is the founder of Accessibility Nigeria, a nonprofit community that aims to build an accessible digital and physical environment for people with disabilities in Nigeria.

She is a Women Tech Maker Ambassador who advocates for Women, diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and people with Disability(PWD). She is an open-source advocate, a CHAOSS maintainer, and accessibility lead, leading the movement to include accessibility in the open-source community.

Victoria Ottah Nnenna (Toria) is a User experience designer specializing in accessibility and an Author who co-wrote the first digital ethical accessibility book. She is a global speaker who identifies as an accessibility evangelist advancing accessi... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thomas is Head of Data-Driven Applications & Services at GRENKE in Baden-Baden.
GRENKE is a financial solution provider, offering services in more than 30 countries around the world.

His department aims to deliver business value through data and data related services and applications.
He has spent the last 20 years with data, databases, IT services and related infrastructure. Before that, he was a paramedic with the German Red Cross.

When he is not pretending to work, you will probably find him on his motorcycle, as far away from paved roads as possible.

Thomas is Head of Data-Driven Applications & Services at GRENKE in Baden-Baden. GRENKE is a financial solution provider, offering services in more than 30 countries around the world. His department aims to deliver business value through data and ... Show more

Je suis Florence Glouche, coach en réalisation de soi et énergéticienne.
J’accompagne les professionnels conscients à quitter les schémas qui les épuisent pour retrouver un job — et une vie — alignés à qui ils sont vraiment.

J’ai moi-même occupé des postes à responsabilités où je me suis éteinte à petit feu. Cette traversée m’a poussée à créer une méthode unique : libérer le subconscient, écouter le corps, nettoyer les blessures… et faire émerger un projet professionnel de cœur, aligné à qui l’on est vraiment.

Ma signature, c’est de relier l’invisible et le concret, l’intuition et le rationnel, pour activer des transformations profondes, rapides et durables.

Aujourd’hui, je guide celles et ceux qui veulent s’épanouir, se choisir et laisser une trace positive dans le monde — avec authenticité, impact et paix intérieure.
"Les pieds sur terre. Le cœur dans les étoiles."

Je suis Florence Glouche, coach en réalisation de soi et énergéticienne. J’accompagne les professionnels conscients à quitter les schémas qui les épuisent pour retrouver un job — et une vie — alignés à qui ils sont vraiment. J’ai moi-même occupé ... Show more

Doutora em Ciências e Biotecnologia (UFF), Bióloga (UFRJ), Mestra em Vigilância Sanitária e Especialista em Saúde Pública (INCQS/FIOCRUZ).

Destaca-se na área de inovação científica, onde coordena projetos premiados, como o 4º Prêmio Conexão Inova (2023) e o 5º Prêmio Conexão Inova (2025), além de ter trabalhos reconhecidos na 4ª Edição do encontro France-Brasil de Produtos Naturais (2024).

Atualmente, atua no Laboratório de Inovação na Gestão Pública, Pólen da ENSP/Fiocruz, como coordenadora do eixo de inovação aberta e comunidades. Como pesquisadora, dedica-se ao desenvolvimento de metodologias inovadoras e atua como revisora de periódicos científicos.

Possui formação complementar em intraempreendedorismo (DF Inovador/Softex; FAPDF), BioStartups (SEBRAE) e Mulheres na Ciência e Inovação (Museu do Amanhã e British Council). É mentora e avaliadora de projetos. É Head de Inovação da InovaHall.

Doutora em Ciências e Biotecnologia (UFF), Bióloga (UFRJ), Mestra em Vigilância Sanitária e Especialista em Saúde Pública (INCQS/FIOCRUZ). Destaca-se na área de inovação científica, onde coordena projetos premiados, como o 4º Prêmio Conexão Inova ... Show more