Information & Communications Technology

Seasoned technologists, digital innovators, and other ICT experts, dedicated to advancing the field of information and communications technology

Anthony D'Atri

Anthony D'Atri

Anthony has run Ceph at scale for over eleven years and one can say that it is literally a part of him - ask him in person and he'll show you why. He is also an observability advocate (SMART!) and contributes daily to Ceph documentation. Anthony is the primary author of the book Learning Ceph, Second Edition.

Anthony has run Ceph at scale for over eleven years and one can say that it is literally a part of him - ask him in person and he'll show you why. He is also an observability advocate (SMART!) and contributes daily to Ceph documentation. Anthony is ... Show more

Jim Wilcox

Jim Wilcox

I help organizations see their work differently — crafting AI Agent‑based solutions that relieve costly drudgery and accelerate real‑world victories.

As an "AI Whisperer" with consulting firm Nimble Gravity, I don’t just deliver cost‑effective solutions — I equip humans in the loop to use generative AI as a true collaborator, accelerating development workflows, boosting productivity, and infusing greater creativity, speed, and clarity into the products we build.

- Rare Perspectives and Opportunities -

* Proven Track Record
Jim's career is built on a foundation of successful projects and satisfied clients. He has consistently delivered high-quality solutions that drive business growth and efficiency. Jim also understands that solution modernization broadens access to more energized talent pools, bringing costs down.

* Adaptability and Continuous Learning
Despite his extensive experience, Jim remains committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest industry trends and technologies. As a Microsoft MVP, he is often tapped by Microsoft for feedback and guidance on their latest tools and platforms, ensuring he brings fresh, innovative ideas to every project.

* Leadership and Mentorship
Jim is passionate about sharing his knowledge and expertise. As a Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies, an author, and a speaker, he actively contributes to the tech community. He also volunteers as a community CTO, event organizer, mentor, and presenter for various software development events and meetups.

* Collaborative Approach
Jim believes in the power of collaboration and teamwork. He enjoys working closely with clients, peers, and Microsoft's product development teams to make informed choices and achieve shared goals.

* Experience with Modern Methodologies
Jim's experience includes introducing modern methodologies, techniques, and tools to teams, improving software development lifecycle efficiencies, and fine-tuning agile methodologies. This has resulted in significant cost savings and enhanced capabilities for his clients.

Jim believes in blending expertise, experience, risk management techniques, and emotional intelligence to elevate the software profession. Let's connect and explore how he can help your organization achieve its goals.

I help organizations see their work differently — crafting AI Agent‑based solutions that relieve costly drudgery and accelerate real‑world victories. As an "AI Whisperer" with consulting firm Nimble Gravity, I don’t just deliver cost‑effective so... Show more

Tanja Wiehoff

Tanja Wiehoff

I love to bring enthusiasm to my speaches and trainings.
I want people to have fun with the M365 tools and I want them to experience how easy it is to create awesome solutions in only minutes.

I love to bring enthusiasm to my speaches and trainings. I want people to have fun with the M365 tools and I want them to experience how easy it is to create awesome solutions in only minutes. Show more

Nicholas Chang

Nicholas Chang

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure.

With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters knowledge sharing, collaboration, and growth within the tech community.

Nicholas is also the creator and host of the Microsoft Community Insights podcast, where he connects with industry leaders and shares valuable insights about Azure and the broader tech ecosystem.

As a dedicated community advocate, Nicholas contributes by speaking at events and sharing his expertise through his blog, nicholaschangblog.com. You can connect with him on Twitter: @nick_cloudops or visit his blog to learn more.

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure. With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters k... Show more

Andrea Della Porta

Andrea Della Porta

Born in Rome in 1994, passionate about mobile development since forever. Andrea has been a technology enthusiast for as long as he can remember. He started developing his first Java programs in his early high school years, but with the advent of smartphones, he quickly fell in love with the mobile world. His experience started in Switzerland for an Android project in the medical field and continued for large companies such as NTT Data and Deloitte, until he got to his current Capgemini. Over the years he has developed applications with large user bases for various industries, specializing in native Android development, Flutter and now Kotlin Multiplatform.
His life is not only programming, but also football and padel!

Born in Rome in 1994, passionate about mobile development since forever. Andrea has been a technology enthusiast for as long as he can remember. He started developing his first Java programs in his early high school years, but with the advent of smar... Show more

Rafael Báguena Girbés

Rafael Báguena Girbés

Computer engineer with 15 years of experience in implementing business intelligence, engineering, and data analytics solutions. I love learning new things, pushing technology further, and collaborating on exciting projects that add value at all levels.

Computer engineer with 15 years of experience in implementing business intelligence, engineering, and data analytics solutions. I love learning new things, pushing technology further, and collaborating on exciting projects that add value at all level... Show more

Nanddeep Nachan

Nanddeep Nachan

Microsoft MVP (M365 and AI Platform), MCT

A results oriented consultant with experience in Microsoft Technologies especially with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Azure. Experienced in design, implementation, configuration, and maintenance of several large-scale projects.

Author of books:
➟ Mastering SharePoint Framework (BPB Publications), Amazon bestseller
➟ Understanding Hybrid Environments in SharePoint 2019 (Apress)
➟ Up and Running on Microsoft Viva Connections (Apress)

Organizer of Pune Tech Community (https://www.meetup.com/pune-tech-community/)

Microsoft MVP (M365 and AI Platform), MCT A results oriented consultant with experience in Microsoft Technologies especially with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Azure. Experienced in design, implementation, configuration, and mainten... Show more

Renato Romão de Souza

Renato Romão de Souza

6x Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) – Business Applications & Azure AI
5x Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)

🔧 Expertise & Experience:
With over 11+ years of experience developing Microsoft 365 solutions and 8+ years of Power Platform development, I am passionate about crafting innovative solutions that enhance productivity, improve management, and unlock business value for organizations. My team was recognized as the World’s Best Microsoft Project and Portfolio Management Partner in 2020, a testament to our commitment to excellence.

📢 Community Leader & Educator:
For over 8 years, I have been intensely involved in the tech community, creating impactful content focused on driving innovation in technology, with a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence. Through these efforts, I’ve shared knowledge, empowered individuals, and contributed to the growth of professionals in this rapidly evolving field. My dedication has also led to teaching over 12,000 students and building a YouTube channel with 11,000+ subscribers.

🌍 Global Impact:
As an expert trainer, I’ve delivered sessions in 10+ countries, sharing insights and practical guidance on Microsoft technologies. My mission is to democratize technology and inspire others to innovate with tools like Copilot, AI Builder, Azure AI, and Power Platform.
A few highlights:
- CollabDays New England 2024 (United States)
- CollabDays Porto 2024 (Portugal)
- Directions EMEA 2024 (Austria)
- aMP Bordeaux 2024 (France)
- ColorCloud Hamburg 2025 (Germany)
- North America MCT Summit 2025 (United States)
- Power Platform Community Conference 2025 (United States)
- CollabDays Finland 2025 (Finland)
- CollabDays Madrid 2025 (Spain)
- Days of Knowledge Nordic 2025 (Denmark)
- ESPC Conference 2025 (Ireland)
- Cloud Tech Tallinn 2026 (Estonia)

6x Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) – Business Applications & Azure AI 5x Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) 🔧 Expertise & Experience: With over 11+ years of experience developing Microsoft 365 solutions and 8+ years of Power Platform ... Show more

Simon Skotheimsvik

Simon Skotheimsvik

Simon is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Cloud Consultant at CloudWay, recognized globally as a leading voice in modern endpoint management, Microsoft Intune, and security in Entra ID.

As an international speaker, Simon is recognized for delivering engaging sessions that combine in-depth technical expertise with practical guidance, inspiring IT professionals to rethink how they manage and secure endpoints in today’s cloud-first world. His expertise and thought leadership have made him a trusted resource at major conferences and events worldwide.

Beyond the stage, Simon extends his influence through writing and community contributions, sharing strategies and best practices that help organizations thrive in the ever-changing landscape of endpoint and cloud management.

Driven by a passion for empowering others with knowledge, Simon continues to shape the conversation on modern workplace technology, ensuring IT leaders and practitioners are equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Simon is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Cloud Consultant at CloudWay, recognized globally as a leading voice in modern endpoint management, Microsoft Intune, and security in Entra ID. As an international speaker, Simon is recognized for delivering eng... Show more

Hasan Savran

Hasan Savran

Hasan is a recognized Microsoft Data Platform MVP and an expert in Azure data products, bringing over 20 years of experience in software development, architecture, and management. As the owner of SavranWeb Consulting and the Senior Business Intelligence Manager at Progressive Insurance, he specializes in designing innovative business solutions leveraging the latest web and database technologies. A passionate global conference speaker, Hasan enjoys sharing his insights through blogging about Azure Data services, C#, and front-end development.

Hasan is a recognized Microsoft Data Platform MVP and an expert in Azure data products, bringing over 20 years of experience in software development, architecture, and management. As the owner of SavranWeb Consulting and the Senior Business Intellige... Show more

Sara Fennah

Sara Fennah

Sara has over 25 years’ experience, has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) for over 15 years and is also a MCT Community Lead and Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) for Microsoft 365.

Sara has been working with Microsoft 365 since the preview in April 2011 and holds over 50 Microsoft Certifications. Sara’s company still use the same Microsoft 365 Tenant opened back in 2011.

As a trainer Sara’s professional aim is to help make technology more accessible by increasing knowledge and decreasing fear. In her own words “I love helping others advance their own skills and use of technology, whilst challenging myself to advance my own skills and expertise.”

Sara delivers training across Microsoft 365 from beginner to admin level, specialising in productivity, data security, and compliance. She is a recognised expert in Microsoft 365 Copilot, having authored multiple courses and supported organisations with adoption strategies and governance planning.

Sara has over 25 years’ experience, has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) for over 15 years and is also a MCT Community Lead and Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) for Microsoft 365. Sara has been working with Microsoft 365 since th... Show more

Nicklas Ahlberg

Nicklas Ahlberg

Nicklas is a Trusted Security Advisor employed at Onevinn in Sweden.
His primary objective is assisting organisations in navigating Intune, ensuring they obtain an optimal and highly secure user experience.

Nicklas is a dual Microsoft MVP:
* Security (Microsoft Intune)
* Windows and Devices (Windows)

He has spoken at events such as:
* HTMD (21)
* TechMentor Orlando (22)
* Live 360 Orlando (22)
* MMUGSE, (23,24,25)
* NIC (23,25)
* India Cloud Security Summit (23,25)
* AVD Tech Fest (24)
* MEM Summit (22,23,24,25)
* Cloud Technology Townhall Tallinn (25,26)
* MC2MC Connect (25)
* MMSMOA (25)
* Experts Live Denmark (24,25,26)
* Experts Live NL (25)
* Workplace Ninjas Virtual Event (21)
* Workplace Ninjas NL Connect (25)
* Workplace Ninjas NO (25)
* Workplace Ninjas UK (25)
* Workplace Ninjas Summit (25)

Nicklas is a Trusted Security Advisor employed at Onevinn in Sweden. His primary objective is assisting organisations in navigating Intune, ensuring they obtain an optimal and highly secure user experience. Nicklas is a dual Microsoft MVP: * Sec... Show more

Edine Olijve-Watkinson

Edine Olijve-Watkinson

I’m Edine, a passionate advocate for Microsoft 365 technologies, with a particular focus on SharePoint Online, Copilot, Purview, and the modern workplace. I thrive on simplifying complex concepts, making them accessible to IT professionals and power users alike.

With 10 years of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, I specialize in helping organizations unlock the full potential of their digital workplace. Whether it’s streamlining collaboration, getting the most out of Copilot, enhancing intranet experiences, or optimizing Microsoft 365 compliance, my goal is to empower teams with the right tools and knowledge to work smarter.

I’m Edine, a passionate advocate for Microsoft 365 technologies, with a particular focus on SharePoint Online, Copilot, Purview, and the modern workplace. I thrive on simplifying complex concepts, making them accessible to IT professionals and power ... Show more

Keren Kenzi

Keren Kenzi

Keren is a senior software developer with over a decade of experience in the industry. She holds an M.Sc. in Computer Science and is passionate about React and learning new technologies. Keren volunteers as a program manager at Baot, a community that supports women in R&D in their professional growth. She instructs and inspires people to write blogs in her tech blogging workshops. Keren has experience as a dev community leader and a co-organizer of meetups and events. And in her not-so-spare time, she studies psychology. Her hobbies include drawing, photography, and singing.

Keren is a senior software developer with over a decade of experience in the industry. She holds an M.Sc. in Computer Science and is passionate about React and learning new technologies. Keren volunteers as a program manager at Baot, a community that... Show more

Myron Helgering

Myron Helgering

Myron works for one of the leading IT-service providers in the Netherlands called Pink Elephant. His primary focus is developing security products and services based on Microsoft technology. The unique selling point of these offerings is to make work environments safe and, more importantly, keep them safe.

As a Microsoft Security MVP, he enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with others by writing blog posts, speaking at events and conferences, and co-organizing the monthly Dutch Microsoft Security Meetup with 2000+ members.

Besides Microsoft Security, he lives happily in the Netherlands with his wife. In his free time, he enjoys snowboarding and geeky activities like reading fantasy/sci-fi books or playing board games or video games.

Myron works for one of the leading IT-service providers in the Netherlands called Pink Elephant. His primary focus is developing security products and services based on Microsoft technology. The unique selling point of these offerings is to make work... Show more

Satish Upadhyaya

Satish Upadhyaya

I am a Chief Level Microsoft 365 Architect and recognized Microsoft MVP for Teams and Microsoft 365 Copilot, bringing 12+ years of leadership in architecting, securing, and deploying complex Microsoft 365 solutions for Federal, State, and Local Government agencies and large Enterprise Customers. My core mandate is solving technically intricate Microsoft requirements involving compliance and cross-platform integration.

My expertise spans the entire solution lifecycle, from rigorous presales TCO analysis and high-assurance security design to global deployment and measurable user adoption. I specialize in environments requiring stringent security and compliance postures (e.g., GCC, GCC High, DoD requirements).

Core Technical & Domain Leadership:
• Advanced UC Architecture: Expertise in solving complex PSTN requirements globally, utilizing Operator Connect, Direct Routing (SBC/SIP trunk configuration, media bypass), and migration strategies from legacy voice platforms. I specialize in integrating Zoom and Cisco Experience (CUCM, Webex) environments with Teams via CVI and interop gateways.
• AI and Custom Development: Leading the technical implementation of Generative AI productivity tools. This includes leveraging Copilot Studio for low-code/no-code custom bot creation, sophisticated data connection configuration, and architecting the secure deployment of Copilot Chat across restricted tenants.
• Compliance & Telecom Expertise: Deep-dive technical knowledge of global telecom regulations, including E.164 normalization, emergency calling (E911/NextGen 911), and Lawful Intercept requirements. This expertise ensures technical compliance and de-risks deployment across diverse regulatory jurisdictions for both government and enterprise clients.
• M365 Security & Governance: Architecting security and compliance baselines using Purview, Entra ID (conditional access, MFA), and Defender to meet specific governmental and highly regulated industry standards while maintaining user productivity.

I serve as a high-impact technical leader, driving innovation, securing mission-critical communications, and translating complex architectural diagrams into successful, compliant business outcomes for the world's most demanding organizations.

I am a Chief Level Microsoft 365 Architect and recognized Microsoft MVP for Teams and Microsoft 365 Copilot, bringing 12+ years of leadership in architecting, securing, and deploying complex Microsoft 365 solutions for Federal, State, and Local Gover... Show more

Jeremy Laplaine

Jeremy Laplaine

Freelance Microsoft Fabric and Power BI consultant with 12+ years of experience, Microsoft MVP alumni, trainer and speaker. I help organizations deliver data projects by combining technical expertise, agile methods and AI. Convinced that AI is transforming our profession, I integrate Claude Code into my daily Fabric workflows — what I call AI-Augmented Delivery. Delivering fast, well… and with a smile.

Freelance Microsoft Fabric and Power BI consultant with 12+ years of experience, Microsoft MVP alumni, trainer and speaker. I help organizations deliver data projects by combining technical expertise, agile methods and AI. Convinced that AI is transf... Show more

Tori Tompkins

Tori Tompkins

Tori is a Principal AI Consultant at Advancing Analytics and Microsoft AI MVP. Specialising in MLOps and LLMOps, Tori has worked on many ML and data science projects with Azure and Databricks at all stages of the ML Lifecycle. She is a co-presenter of the Data & AI podcast, Totally Skewed, founder of Girls Code Too UK and Trustee of Girls in Data.

Tori is a Principal AI Consultant at Advancing Analytics and Microsoft AI MVP. Specialising in MLOps and LLMOps, Tori has worked on many ML and data science projects with Azure and Databricks at all stages of the ML Lifecycle. She is a co-presenter o... Show more

Niels Tanis

Niels Tanis

Niels Tanis has got a background in .NET development, pentesting and security consultancy. He is Microsoft MVP and has been involved in breaking, defending and building secure applications.
Right now he is a software security engineer at Tidalis and before that he was a security researcher at Veracode where he focussed on static analysis of a variant of languages.
He is married, father of two and lives in a small village just outside Amersfoort, The Netherlands.

Niels Tanis has got a background in .NET development, pentesting and security consultancy. He is Microsoft MVP and has been involved in breaking, defending and building secure applications. Right now he is a software security engineer at Tidalis an... Show more

Steve Poole

Steve Poole

Developer Advocate,Security Champion, DevOps practitioner (whatever that means) Long time Java developer, leader and evangelist. I’ve been working on Java SDKs and JVMs since Java was less than 1. Also had time to work on other things including various JSRs, being a committer on various open source projects including ones at Apache, Eclipse and OpenJDK. A seasoned speaker and regular presenter at international conferences on technical and software engineering topics.

Developer Advocate,Security Champion, DevOps practitioner (whatever that means) Long time Java developer, leader and evangelist. I’ve been working on Java SDKs and JVMs since Java was less than 1. Also had time to work on other things including vari... Show more

Kevin McDonnell

Kevin McDonnell

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 years in Financial Services, I moved into the world of consulting, currently acting as Director, owning Copilot and Agents within the UK at Avanade.

I am lucky enough to have been awarded as a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 for Copilot and Copilot Extensibility and co-host the award winning Copilot Connection podcast as well as blogging and sharing videos.

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 yea... Show more

Juan Moreno Romo

Juan Moreno Romo

I born in IT as a developer. I worked in Data Modelling, as Consultant, Software Architect and Project Manager in a Consultancy Service Company, what leads me to create my own Consultancy Company. I worked on it for almost 15 years till an awesome company, Microsoft, knock my door.
I have delivered training in Developing Technologies, Programming Methodology, Software development process, ALM, different programming languages, Project Managing, Data Modelling, MySQL and SQL among other subjects
Currently I am happily working in Microsoft, based in Madrid (Spain), focused in SQL Server Business as Support Escalation Engineer for SQL Server Core in EMEA.

I born in IT as a developer. I worked in Data Modelling, as Consultant, Software Architect and Project Manager in a Consultancy Service Company, what leads me to create my own Consultancy Company. I worked on it for almost 15 years till an awesome co... Show more

Brian Vermeer

Brian Vermeer

Brian Vermeer is a Staff Developer Advocate at Snyk and a respected authority in Java and secure software development. He is an internationally recognized Java Champion and Oracle ACE Pro, honored for his outstanding contributions to Java and open source advocacy.
With over 15 years of hands-on software engineering experience, Brian specializes in Java, cybersecurity, and AI. He has authored numerous articles on this and has contributed to a wide range of open source projects within the ecosystem.
Brian is an active developer community leader, serving as a JUG leader for both the NLJUG and VirtualJUG, co-leading DevSecCon, and conference organizer for J-Fall and J-Spring. He is also a frequent speaker at leading international conferences, including JavaOne, Devoxx, and Devnexus.
Beyond his professional work in technology, Brian serves as a reservist in the Royal Netherlands Air Force in the rank of Captain and is a Taekwondo Master and instructor.

Brian Vermeer is a Staff Developer Advocate at Snyk and a respected authority in Java and secure software development. He is an internationally recognized Java Champion and Oracle ACE Pro, honored for his outstanding contributions to Java and open so... Show more

Sharon Smith

Sharon Smith

A dual Microsoft Business Applications MVP in Customer Experience and Customer Service. An expert Microsoft Certified Dynamics 365 Solution Architect, who's led the delivery and implementation of several tailored and value-oriented solutions to meet diverse global and national business requirements, that lead to positive customer outcomes.

15x Microsoft Certified and Success by Design Accredited, I use its principles that blend strategic design, rigorous gap analysis, and the pursuit of excellence in service delivery, to craft pathways to success for customers.

As Founder of the charitable organisation The Mentoring Hub, an award-winning mentor, MVP Mentor Lead, and regular Community contributor and international public speaker, I have a 'thing' for learning, a thirst for knowledge, and a desire for sharing both to uplift and empower all.

A dual Microsoft Business Applications MVP in Customer Experience and Customer Service. An expert Microsoft Certified Dynamics 365 Solution Architect, who's led the delivery and implementation of several tailored and value-oriented solutions to meet... Show more

Elio Struyf

Elio Struyf

Elio Struyf is an independent Solution Architect working for Struyf Consulting, a blogger, and a speaker on a mission to share his tried-and-true wisdom with as many IT developers as possible.

Elio Struyf is an independent Solution Architect working for Struyf Consulting, a blogger, and a speaker on a mission to share his tried-and-true wisdom with as many IT developers as possible. Show more

Aasne Holtklimpen

Aasne Holtklimpen

Åsne Holtklimpen bridges the gap between technical operations and business strategy.
As a Senior Architect at Crayon (soon to be Software One), she is leading the work on helping enterprises mitigate risk while deploying advanced cloud solutions.

Recognized as one of the 50 Top Women in Technology in 2022, Åsne combines deep technical expertise with a strong community presence.
Her expertise centers on the architectural realities of the Microsoft ecosystem, specifically Microsoft Entra, Purview, and M365 collaboration tools. Åsne moves beyond the hype of AI to address the critical governance required for Microsoft Copilot, focusing on data hygiene, lifecycle management, and access control.

A recognized voice in the global community and a Microsoft MVP, Åsne ensures that organizations can leverage intelligent tools safely and effectively, transforming complex security requirements into actionable business value.

Åsne Holtklimpen bridges the gap between technical operations and business strategy. As a Senior Architect at Crayon (soon to be Software One), she is leading the work on helping enterprises mitigate risk while deploying advanced cloud solutions. ... Show more

Alexander Arvidsson

Alexander Arvidsson

Alexander is the Lead Data Transformation Architect at Advania in Sweden, where he spends his days helping clients of all shapes and sizes to take better care of - and make more sense of - their data.
He has spent the last 27 years poking around with data, databases, and related infrastructure services such as storage, networking, and virtualization, occasionally emerging from the technical darkness to attend a Star Wars convention somewhere in the world.
He is a long-time Data Platform MVP, frequent international speaker, podcaster, Pluralsight author, blogger, and a Microsoft Certified Trainer, focusing on the Microsoft data platform stack.

Alexander is the Lead Data Transformation Architect at Advania in Sweden, where he spends his days helping clients of all shapes and sizes to take better care of - and make more sense of - their data. He has spent the last 27 years poking around wit... Show more

Rajani Ekunde

Rajani Ekunde

Rajani is a DevOps and Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) with over 4 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, automation, and platform engineering. She is a Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Google Cloud, a Docker Captain, and a Women Techmakers (WTM) Ambassador, actively contributing to the global tech community.
Rajani is a frequent speaker at major cloud and DevOps conferences, where she shares practical insights on modern infrastructure and emerging technologies. Passionate about knowledge sharing, Rajani aims to inspire and empower developers to build scalable, reliable systems.

Rajani is a DevOps and Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) with over 4 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, automation, and platform engineering. She is a Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Google Cloud, a Docker Captain, and a Women Techmakers (W... Show more

Sari Soinoja

Sari Soinoja

Sari is a passionate and trusted Lead Consultant at Meltlake, bringing deep expertise from a wide variety of customer projects—from modern ways of working to change management and large-scale digital transformation. Her strong background in product development gives her a unique perspective on how Microsoft 365 tools can be applied effectively to solve real-world organizational challenges.

As a Microsoft MVP for SharePoint, Sari specializes in SharePoint, document management, metadata, M365 Copilot, and the strategic use of Microsoft 365. She has a rare talent for helping others truly understand how to leverage these tools to support modern, efficient, and sustainable work practices.

Over the past decade, Sari has been an active contributor to the Microsoft 365 community, sharing her knowledge through public speaking engagements, trainings, and webinars. Whether explaining the role of AI in M365 or guiding organizations through complex information management topics, she is known for making challenging concepts both accessible and engaging.

Sari is a passionate and trusted Lead Consultant at Meltlake, bringing deep expertise from a wide variety of customer projects—from modern ways of working to change management and large-scale digital transformation. Her strong background in product d... Show more

Samuel Macharia

Samuel Macharia

Samuel Macharia is a skilled Cloud DevOps Engineer with a passion for leveraging cloud technologies i.e. AWS, Azure & Google Cloud to drive innovation. He holds certifications as a Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect and Microsoft Certified DevOps Engineer Expert, equipping him to design and manage secure, scalable, and high-performing infrastructure across multi-cloud environments.

Samuel is dedicated to empowering the next generation of tech talent and has served as a mentor in the Grow Your Skills for Sub-Saharan Africa Google Cloud Program 2024. With a focus on practical solutions and a commitment to communities including AWS User Group Kenya, CloudForce Sky, GDG Eldoret & Write the Docs Kenya where he volunteers, Samuel is excited to share his knowledge and inspire others to embrace the power of the cloud.

Coming from a community best known for resilience and entrepreneurial spirit, he opted to code his own path forward. When he's not building in tech, he's exploring new creative endeavors, mastering chess strategies, or immersed in an intense crime drama.

Samuel Macharia is a skilled Cloud DevOps Engineer with a passion for leveraging cloud technologies i.e. AWS, Azure & Google Cloud to drive innovation. He holds certifications as a Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect and Microsoft Cer... Show more

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