Arthur (or Art, take your pick) has been a software engineer for 22 years and has worked on things as exciting as analysis software for casinos and things as boring as banking websites. He is an advocate for talking openly about mental health and psychology in the technical world, and he spends a lot of time thinking about how we program and why we program, and about the tools, structures, cultures, and mental processes that help and hinder us from our ultimate goal of writing amazing things. His hair is brown and his thorax is a shiny blue color.

Arthur (or Art, take your pick) has been a software engineer for 22 years and has worked on things as exciting as analysis software for casinos and things as boring as banking websites. He is an advocate for talking openly about mental health and psy... Show more

Cortney Nickerson is the Head of Community at Nirmata and a CNCF Ambassador. She is highly active in the cloud native community, co-organizing the CNCF Bilbao Community and various Kubernetes Community Days, serving on the State of OpenCon Advisory Board, and co-hosting the "Code to Culture Platform Engineering Podcast" and "PolicyBytes" podcast.

A recognized speaker at international events, Cortney transitioned from a non-technical background to tech as an early employee (#7) at a startup later acquired by DataDog, where she wrote content for the Data on Kubernetes Community.

Beyond technology, she is a vocal advocate for DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and openly shares her experiences with imposter syndrome. On a personal note, she's also a parent navigating the challenge of getting her kids to bed on time.

Cortney Nickerson is the Head of Community at Nirmata and a CNCF Ambassador. She is highly active in the cloud native community, co-organizing the CNCF Bilbao Community and various Kubernetes Community Days, serving on the State of OpenCon Advisory B... Show more

Julie Yack is a seasoned technology expert, dynamic speaker, and passionate advocate for empowering individuals and organizations through innovation. With over two decades of experience in the technology industry, Julie brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to her speaking engagements.

As a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for Business Applications, Julie is recognized for her exceptional expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. Her deep technical understanding, coupled with her ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear and engaging manner, makes her a sought-after speaker at conferences, user groups, and industry events worldwide.

Julie is known for her engaging and interactive presentations, where she shares practical tips, real-world examples, and best practices to help attendees unlock the full potential of their technology investments. Whether discussing the latest trends in cloud computing, demonstrating innovative solutions using low-code/no-code platforms, or sharing insights on digital transformation strategies, Julie's sessions are always informative, inspiring, and thought-provoking.

In addition to her speaking engagements, Julie is also a prolific writer, blogger, and community leader. She shares her expertise and experiences through her blog, social media channels, and contributions to industry publications. Her dedication to empowering others and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning has earned her the respect and admiration of colleagues and peers alike.

When she's not immersed in the world of technology, Julie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and exploring new culinary adventures. She is a firm believer in the power of technology to drive positive change and is committed to helping individuals and organizations harness its full potential.

Julie Yack is a seasoned technology expert, dynamic speaker, and passionate advocate for empowering individuals and organizations through innovation. With over two decades of experience in the technology industry, Julie brings a wealth of knowledge a... Show more

Lavoro da quasi 30 anni nel mondo dell’Information Technology e ho avuto la fortuna di vivere l’importante evoluzione che questo splendido settore ha avuto.
Attualmente sono Technical Account Manager e Senior Cloud Architect in PA Expertise, Alveo S.p.A.
A inizio 2025 sono diventato Microsoft MVP nelle categorie Azure Compute Infrastructure e Azure Hybrid & Migration.

Lavoro da quasi 30 anni nel mondo dell’Information Technology e ho avuto la fortuna di vivere l’importante evoluzione che questo splendido settore ha avuto. Attualmente sono Technical Account Manager e Senior Cloud Architect in PA Expertise, Alveo S... Show more

When you follow the cables, behind every piece of tech is a person, consumer and creator, and we should never lose sight of this.

Lianne is an award-winning digital anthropologist and technologists specialising in software engineering, cybersecurity and AI. Lianne’s speaking specialism is to deliver talks that not only challenge audiences, but change them.

She provides strategic consultancy to help organisations build and transform security operations into resilient, forward-thinking teams. As former Head of SecOps for Europe’s largest greenfield technology transformation, she established a cutting-edge security function that set new industry benchmarks through innovation and collaboration.
An international keynote speaker, Lianne bridges cybersecurity, technology, and anthropology, drawing on her experience as both a security-focused software developer and practicing anthropologist. Currently pursuing an MSc in AI and Data Science, her research focuses on AI safety, alignment, and the societal implications of emerging technologies.

Recognised with accolades including Security Specialist of the Year and Cybersecurity Personality of the Year, she also champions diversity and inclusion in tech through community initiatives, publications, and her award-winning podcast Compromising Positions. Each week, she interviews experts from anthropology, psychology, and behavioural science to explore how human culture shapes cybersecurity. The show has become a platform for challenging assumptions, amplifying diverse voices, and reframing security as a deeply human issue rather than a purely technical one.

Publications include:

* The Times
* Raconteur
* Computing.com
* The Yorkshire Post
* Security Magazine
* IT Pro
* EmTech Anthropology Careers at the Frontier (Book)

Recent awards and honours include:

* Podcast Newcomer - 2024 European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards
* Cybersecurity Personality of the Year 2023 - The Real Cyber Awards
* Security Woman of the Year - Computing Security Excellence Awards 2023 (Highly Commended)
* 40 Under 40 in Cybersecurity - Cybersecurity Magazine
* Security Leader of The Year 2021 - Women in Tech Excellence
* Woman of the Year 2021 - Women in Tech Excellence
* Security Specialist of the Year 2021 - Computing.com

When you follow the cables, behind every piece of tech is a person, consumer and creator, and we should never lose sight of this. Lianne is an award-winning digital anthropologist and technologists specialising in software engineering, cybersecuri... Show more

Helping companies to manage, secure and leverage generative AI and collaboration tools to provide deeper services and support for companies

Helping companies to manage, secure and leverage generative AI and collaboration tools to provide deeper services and support for companies Show more

Janarthanan Selvaraj is a Technology Manager and AI Expert at Atos. He is an alumnus of the University of Cambridge's FUEL Leadership flagship program and a graduate of Anna University. He has been honored with the prestigious Microsoft MVP Award in the AI category, specifically for his expertise in Azure OpenAI Service and Azure AI Services. Janarthanan is also Microsoft Certified Community Lead , a 6-time Microsoft Certified Trainer, a Microsoft Learn Expert in Data and AI, and a C# Corner MVP. His certifications include Microsoft Azure Certified Data Scientist, AI Engineer, Data Engineer, Azure Cosmos DB Developer Specialty, Developer Associate, and Power BI Data Analyst Associate, with a total of 17 cloud certifications spanning Microsoft Azure, AWS, GCP, Oracle, and Aviatrix.

As a resource person, Janarthanan has conducted numerous meetups, workshops, faculty development programs (FDPs), short-term training programs (STTPs), webinars, and knowledge-sharing sessions across organizations and educational institutions. He is an active speaker, mentor, blogger, researcher, and open-source contributor in the fields of AI and cloud computing. His work has been featured in various developer tech communities, conferences, and industry conclaves. Additionally, he serves as a mentor and jury member for events such as the Microsoft Imagine Cup 2025 Hackathon, Smart India Hackathon 2023, the Smart India Hackathon 2024, the Bank of Baroda Hackathon, and the Innothon 24 National Level 30-Hour Hackfest.

Janarthanan Selvaraj is a Technology Manager and AI Expert at Atos. He is an alumnus of the University of Cambridge's FUEL Leadership flagship program and a graduate of Anna University. He has been honored with the prestigious Microsoft MVP Award in ... Show more

Sandra Ahlgrimm is a Senior Developer Advocate at Microsoft, specializing in supporting Java Developers. With over a decade of experience as a Java developer, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Sandra is passionate about containers and has recently learned to love AI.

As a leader in the tech community, Sandra actively contributes to the Berlin Java User Group (JUG) and the Berlin Docker MeetUp. Her expertise extends beyond coding; she focuses on LangChain4j integrations and serves as the primary point of contact for developer feedback related to Java in Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and the Azure toolkit integration in IntelliJ. Additionally, her interest in performance and event-driven architectures led to her involvement with native images. Therefore, Sandra represents Microsoft on the GraalVM Program Advisory Board.

Sandra’s commitment to empowering fellow developers and fostering collaboration makes her an invaluable asset to the software development ecosystem.

Sandra Ahlgrimm is a Senior Developer Advocate at Microsoft, specializing in supporting Java Developers. With over a decade of experience as a Java developer, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Sandra is passionate about containers and has... Show more

As a Green Software Advocate and Tech Sustainability Consultant, my mission is helping companies and professionals build more sustainable, low-carbon digital solutions. Since discovering technology's environmental impact in early 2023, I've become a recognized speaker at major tech conferences and co-founded Green Software Italia community. I believe in responsible technology that creates positive impact for both businesses and the environment.

As a Green Software Advocate and Tech Sustainability Consultant, my mission is helping companies and professionals build more sustainable, low-carbon digital solutions. Since discovering technology's environmental impact in early 2023, I've become a ... Show more

Chris is an Atlanta based senior software engineer at Briebug and a Google Developer Expert in Angular. Chris has worked in several industries and helped build full-stack web applications, but has a passion for front-end development, with a focus on Angular. Outside of code, he enjoys craft beer, hiking, camping, and playing with his toddler.

Chris is an Atlanta based senior software engineer at Briebug and a Google Developer Expert in Angular. Chris has worked in several industries and helped build full-stack web applications, but has a passion for front-end development, with a focus on ... Show more

Belinda Allen is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for the Data Platform (Power BI) and a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). She is a recognized speaker, educator, and co-author of two books on Business Intelligence and Microsoft Dynamics GP.

Belinda specializes in Microsoft Fabric while continuing her work with the Microsoft Power Platform, proudly embracing the role of a #CitizenDeveloper. Her expertise blends technical depth with a passion for empowering others through data-driven solutions.

Guided by her personal mission statement— “To improve the lives and success of my customers and the community at large.”—Belinda is dedicated to helping organizations leverage technology to achieve meaningful results.
https://www.MsBelindaAllen.com

Belinda Allen is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for the Data Platform (Power BI) and a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). She is a recognized speaker, educator, and co-author of two books on Business Intelligence and Microsoft Dynamics ... Show more

Esther Barthel has worked in different roles and functions as an IT consultant after she finished her Master’s degree in Computer Science in 1997. She soon discovered that End User Computing combined servers, desktops, and user experience technologies into one and specialized in virtualization solutions, like Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops and Azure Virtual Desktops

Esther works as a Senior Solutions Architect at cognition IT, where she combines her passion for designing and implementing End User Computing (EUC) solutions with her love for DevOps, using Infrastructure-as-Code, PowerShell scripting, REST APIs, and JSON payloads for process automation of managing infrastructure focused resources (both on-premises and Cloud).

Ever since she hosted introduction days for technical female student candidates Esther has shared her passion and knowledge for IT. She has also been a strong advocate of diversity and inclusion as one of the founders of the CUGC Women in Tech mentorship program.

In addition to her Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award, Esther is also awarded as a Nerdio Valued Professional (NVP), and Parallels VIPP.

Esther Barthel has worked in different roles and functions as an IT consultant after she finished her Master’s degree in Computer Science in 1997. She soon discovered that End User Computing combined servers, desktops, and user experience technologie... Show more

Dr. Nico Jacobs started his career as a data mining researcher at the university of Leuven, Belgium. He joined U2U in 2004 as an instructor, author and technology strategist. His current technical expertise focuses on Power BI and Data Engineering/Data Science on Microsoft Azure. As a passionate trainer, Nico likes to inspire his students to gain a thorough knowledge on the subject. Nico regularly speaks at local and international conferences. You can see what he’s up to by following @SqlWaldorf on Twitter .

Dr. Nico Jacobs started his career as a data mining researcher at the university of Leuven, Belgium. He joined U2U in 2004 as an instructor, author and technology strategist. His current technical expertise focuses on Power BI and Data Engineering/Da... Show more

Patrick Baumgartner is a Java Champion, passionate software crafter, and technical agile coach at 42talents. He helps teams build elegant, simple, and robust solutions, specializing in cloud software with Java, the Spring ecosystem, and other open-source technologies.

Patrick is an active member of the Software Craft, Java, and Agile communities in Switzerland. As a trainer and coach, he focuses on making a real impact by sharing knowledge, experimenting, and fostering continuous improvement. He enjoys learning with and from others.

Patrick Baumgartner is a Java Champion, passionate software crafter, and technical agile coach at 42talents. He helps teams build elegant, simple, and robust solutions, specializing in cloud software with Java, the Spring ecosystem, and other open-so... Show more

Hi, I’m Michiel Hamers — a Principal Cloud Expert, Implementation Manager, Trainer, and former Microsoft MVP with over 25 years of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Since 2000, I’ve been helping organizations successfully adopt and optimize Microsoft technologies, with a focus on Azure, cloud architecture, performance, and cost management. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and experienced consultant, I bridge strategy and execution, guiding both public and private sector teams through complex technical transformations.

I regularly speak at international conferences such as Developer Week, PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit, Global Azure, AzConf Chennai, Azure Fest, DevConf APG, FutureTech, and Dutch Cloud Meetup. I’m passionate about delivering hands-on workshops and tailored in-company trainings, helping teams sharpen their Azure, automation, and application lifecycle skills.

My mission is clear: help people and organizations get the most out of the cloud — with control, clarity, and confidence. Whether coaching colleagues, giving workshops, or advising on cloud-native modernization, I combine deep technical knowledge with a pragmatic, people-focused approach.

When I’m not working, I enjoy life with Sandra — cooking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. For me, technology is about empowering people, not just systems.

Let’s connect and build something great together.

Hi, I’m Michiel Hamers — a Principal Cloud Expert, Implementation Manager, Trainer, and former Microsoft MVP with over 25 years of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem. Since 2000, I’ve been helping organizations successfully adopt and optimize M... Show more

Joseph is a leading voice in cybersecurity and AI, developing software and content that shape how developers build securely. His open source game gh.io/scg has helped 10K+ developers gain future-proof security skills. His videos, with 2.8M+ views, simplify complex security topics and deliver actionable tips to a global audience. As a speaker, Joseph has delivered 68 talks across 25 countries over the past four years, captivating audiences with his insights and energetic stage presence.

Joseph is a leading voice in cybersecurity and AI, developing software and content that shape how developers build securely. His open source game gh.io/scg has helped 10K+ developers gain future-proof security skills. His videos, with 2.8M+ views, si... Show more

Tonie Huizer is a Software, Data, and DevOps Consultant who believes good tech starts with understanding your people. A regular on international stages and a Microsoft Certified Azure Developer, Tonie loves helping teams simplify complex challenges; whether that’s modernizing database deployments, designing scalable systems, or just getting Dev and Ops to finally talk to each other.

Tonie is known for his clear, energetic presentation style and ability to make complex topics accessible and engaging. As a Redgate Community Ambassador, he advocates for database DevOps and contributes to open knowledge sharing through blogs, talks, and events across the globe. He also co-leads SeaQL Saturday, a community-driven event that blends education, networking, and Sammie, his Kooikerhondje mascot. (Because yes, even events are better with a dog.)

Whether he's discussing Azure DevOps workflows, database release automation, or the cultural shifts required to implement DevOps successfully, Tonie brings real-world experience, humor, and actionable insights. His goal is to inspire professionals not just to adopt new technologies, but to transform how teams collaborate and innovate.

And when he’s not speaking about tech, he might just be speaking about whisky. Tonie is a passionate whisky enthusiast who loves sharing stories, flavors, and the occasional tasting session with his fellow connoisseur of TasteWhisky. If you're into DevOps, data, and a well-aged dram on the side, Tonie’s your man!

Tonie Huizer is a Software, Data, and DevOps Consultant who believes good tech starts with understanding your people. A regular on international stages and a Microsoft Certified Azure Developer, Tonie loves helping teams simplify complex challenges; ... Show more

Giuliano Latini dal 1991 lavora presso l'Università Politecnica delle Marche. Durante tutti gli anni '90 si concentra sull'elaborazione di segnali digitali e software per la gestione automatica di banchi per misure elettriche: coadiuvando l'attività di gruppi di ricerca e diffondendo le conoscenze acquisite con seminari ed esercitazioni pratiche svolte all'interno di corsi universitari. All'inizio del nuovo millennio focalizza la propria attività sull'allestimento e la gestione di servizi dipartimentali e per l'Ateneo, concentrandosi sull'integrazione dei servizi di autenticazione Microsoft con soluzioni Open Source.
Dal 2016, raggiunti i limiti di carriera nel proprio ruolo, cerca nuove sfide ed esperienza professionali. Lavora 10 mesi presso la Innoteam di Pesaro in cui matura esperienze nel mondo ICT delle PMI e nel cloud AWS. Da Giugno 2017 reintra nel mondo della PA italiana uscendone ad Agosto 2021 per cercare nuovi stimoli e traguardi professionali. A Settembre 2021 entra in una giovane e dinamica azienda che si occupa dello sviluppo di prodotti software, la Proximo di Castelfidardo, contribuendo con la propria esperienza nella gestione dei sistemi, delle infrastrutture IT e con la sensibilità maturata nell'approfondimento delle tematiche presenti nella cultura DevOps.

In questi ultimi anni organizza e partecipa a molti eventi per la diffusione dell'Information Technology. Partecipa attivamente nelle community: WindowServer.it, DevMarche, GetLatestVersion.

Giuliano Latini dal 1991 lavora presso l'Università Politecnica delle Marche. Durante tutti gli anni '90 si concentra sull'elaborazione di segnali digitali e software per la gestione automatica di banchi per misure elettriche: coadiuvando l'attività ... Show more

Alain is a Google Developer Expert in Angular and Maps platform. He started working with Angular JS in 2011.

Since then, he has worked with all Angular versions daily, both as a developer and as a technical trainer. He runs the Angular certification program for certificates.dev.

He is an international conference speaker (over 60 public talks) and a published author of several video courses.

Alain is a Google Developer Expert in Angular and Maps platform. He started working with Angular JS in 2011. Since then, he has worked with all Angular versions daily, both as a developer and as a technical trainer. He runs the Angular certificati... Show more

20 years as consultant, dev, tech lead, project manager, trainer, team leader, speaker around SharePoint and M365 technologies and fond of topics around #compliance, #GDPR, #ITSec, #AI, #documentManagement, #recordsManagement, #lean, #scrum, #roi.
Various aMS events around the world + MWCP Paris organizer.

20 years as consultant, dev, tech lead, project manager, trainer, team leader, speaker around SharePoint and M365 technologies and fond of topics around #compliance, #GDPR, #ITSec, #AI, #documentManagement, #recordsManagement, #lean, #scrum, #roi. V... Show more

Tobias Fenster started as a developer in the 1990s. Holding different positions including Head of Technical Consulting, Head of Development and CTO for multiple Microsoft partners during his career, he is now a Managing Director at 4PS Germany and Chief Engineer at Hilti. He is also a Microsoft Regional Director, holds dual Microsoft MVP awards for Business Applications and Azure and is a Docker Captain.

He is blogging on tobiasfenster.io, where he writes about Business Applications, Docker and Windows Containers, but also tooling like Azure DevOps, Visual Studio Code and infrastructure automation. His other focus is Azure, mainly around container environments and SQL.

Tobias Fenster started as a developer in the 1990s. Holding different positions including Head of Technical Consulting, Head of Development and CTO for multiple Microsoft partners during his career, he is now a Managing Director at 4PS Germany and Ch... Show more

Developer, Presenter/Teacher, Open source advocate, Ultimate frisbee player & Board game hoarder.
I love the fact that I get to code for a living, but I am also incredibly passionate about sharing, collaborating and helping others on their dev journey!
I also have a growing YouTube channel (youtube.com/benkadel), where I try to make entertaining & educational content about programming, the tech industry and specific tutorials to breakdown complex topics.
I adore presenting, story-telling and just generally engaging with an audience. If I am able to make life, even just a little brighter for someone then I have succeeded!

Developer, Presenter/Teacher, Open source advocate, Ultimate frisbee player & Board game hoarder. I love the fact that I get to code for a living, but I am also incredibly passionate about sharing, collaborating and helping others on their dev journ... Show more

Paul is the Owner/Principal Architect at Don't Pa..Panic Consulting. He has been working in the information technology industry for over 35 years, and has played key roles in several enterprise SharePoint architectural design review, Intranet deployment, application development, and migration projects. he has been awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for the last 18 consecutive years and earned his Microsoft Certified SharePoint Masters (MCSM) certification in 2013.
After working with SharePoint and Office 365 since their inception Paul has been focusing on the Power Platform for the last several years. He recently completed a book on Learning Power Automate and is a frequent contributor to the Power Platform Forums in the areas of Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio.

Paul is the Owner/Principal Architect at Don't Pa..Panic Consulting. He has been working in the information technology industry for over 35 years, and has played key roles in several enterprise SharePoint architectural design review, Intranet deploym... Show more

Certified AI Wrangler, Oracle ACE Associate and passionate Java developer. Johannes builds modern applications with Vaadin, Spring, Quarkus, Kubernetes, and Langchain4j, often exploring AI integration. Public speaker, Live-Coder and open-source enthusiast. Proud husband and father of three.

Certified AI Wrangler, Oracle ACE Associate and passionate Java developer. Johannes builds modern applications with Vaadin, Spring, Quarkus, Kubernetes, and Langchain4j, often exploring AI integration. Public speaker, Live-Coder and open-source enthu... Show more

Ex Microsoft, MVP data platform | Microsoft certified trainer and a truly passionate about SQL Server on all of its editions (that include express as well (?)). I’m speaker of the PASS Argentina chapter, father of Pedro, Fan of Club atletico Independiente from Argentina (Soccer or futbol fan 😛😛) and Rocky Balboa’s Soldier💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻.

Ex Microsoft, MVP data platform | Microsoft certified trainer and a truly passionate about SQL Server on all of its editions (that include express as well (?)). I’m speaker of the PASS Argentina chapter, father of Pedro, Fan of Club atletico Independ... Show more

George is a Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in AI-powered technologies and cloud computing. Originally from Thessaloniki, Greece, where he earned a bachelor's in Applied Informatics and associate degrees in Software and Network Engineering, George now lives in Munich, where he continues to design and implement intelligent systems as a Senior Principal @ Slalom.

As a recognized Microsoft MVP for Developer Technologies, George is an influential figure in the Microsoft ecosystem. He is the founder of the "Munich .NET Meetup," (renamed now to "Microsoft DevTech Munich" which has grown to a community of over 1,700 members, and focuses on collaboration and innovation in Azure, .NET and AI-driven solutions. Passionate about knowledge sharing, George speaks at conferences and user groups, writes blog posts, and actively contributes to open-source projects on GitHub. Additionally, he supports the next generation of innovators as a judge and mentor for the Microsoft Imagine Cup, inspiring groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

George is a Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in AI-powered technologies and cloud computing. Originally from Thessaloniki, Greece, where he earned a bachelor's in Applied Informatics and associate degrees ... Show more

Eric has a broad experience that covers topics from ZX Basic to .NET. With projects spanning from business applications to nuclear power plant systems he developed the ability to adapt and evolve with the rapid changes in the tech landscape.

That knowledge is something that he shares freely as a content creator and public speaker. Eric is passionate about making complex topics accessible to all level of learners, which you can see in his style of teaching in his livestreams, tutorials and conference sessions. Because of this, Eric has been recognized as a Progress Telerik Champion and as a Microsoft MVP.

Apart from being a techie, he's also a servant to Zelda, an adorable cat.

Eric has a broad experience that covers topics from ZX Basic to .NET. With projects spanning from business applications to nuclear power plant systems he developed the ability to adapt and evolve with the rapid changes in the tech landscape. That ... Show more

Norm Young is a Power Platform Solution Architect at AvePoint. He is a 6-time Microsoft MVP with a focus on building collaborative solutions using SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and the Power Platform.

Norm blogs and speaks about Microsoft 365, the Power Platform and how they are better together and with a little bit of help from the community we can all do awesome things with technology.

Norm Young is a Power Platform Solution Architect at AvePoint. He is a 6-time Microsoft MVP with a focus on building collaborative solutions using SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and the Power Platform. Norm blogs and speaks about Microsoft 365, the P... Show more

Nate is a Microsoft Security MVP and Solutions Architect with over a decade of experience helping organisations strengthen their security posture through Microsoft 365. He specialises in delivering secure, scalable solutions built on Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Intune, and Microsoft Purview — with a strong focus on practical implementation and long-term operational success.

His passion lies in modern workplace security, using the Microsoft cloud security stack to improve efficiency and reduce risk without adding unnecessary complexity. Nate has worked with clients of all sizes to establish strong identity, device, and data protection strategies — setting clear standards and building reliable, repeatable processes that support secure growth.

In addition to his consulting work, Nate is an active content creator and community advocate. He shares insights and technical guidance on his blog at natehutchinson.co.uk, and on his YouTube channel youtube.com/@NateHutch with practical videos covering Microsoft 365 security topics. He also plays a key role in the Microsoft community through his involvement with Experts Live UK, helping to organise events and foster knowledge-sharing across the industry.

Nate is a Microsoft Security MVP and Solutions Architect with over a decade of experience helping organisations strengthen their security posture through Microsoft 365. He specialises in delivering secure, scalable solutions built on Microsoft Entra ... Show more

Steve is a Senior Engineer, a Microsoft MVP, and one of the core maintainers of the open-source Uno Platform project. When not at his computer, he is either watching the Montreal Canadiens lose or asleep on the couch.

Steve is a Senior Engineer, a Microsoft MVP, and one of the core maintainers of the open-source Uno Platform project. When not at his computer, he is either watching the Montreal Canadiens lose or asleep on the couch. Show more