Information & Communications Technology

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

Michel Murabito

Michel Murabito

I'm Michel Murabito, Mich to my friends! Born in 1986 in Turin with Sicilian roots, I now live in Milan. My journey in software began at 12, coding for fun. At 18, I started my first job as a software developer and have continuously sought new challenges to grow and learn. Today,

I'm a Tech Evangelist @Fractal Cloud and a Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) Ambassador, sharing my passion for cloud native technologies with a community of curious minds. I'm also an organizer of the Cloud Native Days Italy (formerly KCD Italy) and KCD San Francisco Bay Area, fostering collaboration and innovation within the cloud native ecosystem.

I'm Michel Murabito, Mich to my friends! Born in 1986 in Turin with Sicilian roots, I now live in Milan. My journey in software began at 12, coding for fun. At 18, I started my first job as a software developer and have continuously sought new challe... Show more

Elaine Dias Batista

Elaine Dias Batista

Elaine is a Senior Staff Engineer at SFEIR where she works on projects including mobile technologies since 2013. She has worked on several projects in native Android/iOS and Flutter. She's a GDE for the Google Assistant, Flutter and Dart

Elaine is a Senior Staff Engineer at SFEIR where she works on projects including mobile technologies since 2013. She has worked on several projects in native Android/iOS and Flutter. She's a GDE for the Google Assistant, Flutter and Dart Show more

Davide Cioccia

Davide Cioccia

Davide Cioccia is the founder of DCODX, an ethical hacking, and security training firm focusing on DevSecOps and web3. Speaker and trainer at multiple international conferences like Black Hat, HITB, OWASP AppSec, DevSecCon and DEF CON, he is currently leading the DevSecCon Netherlands chapter in Amsterdam.

Davide Cioccia is the founder of DCODX, an ethical hacking, and security training firm focusing on DevSecOps and web3. Speaker and trainer at multiple international conferences like Black Hat, HITB, OWASP AppSec, DevSecCon and DEF CON, he is current... Show more

Gora Leye

Gora Leye

Je suis MVP (Visual Studio and Developpent Technologies) Architect et Expert Technique Microsoft.NET

Je suis MVP (Visual Studio and Developpent Technologies) Architect et Expert Technique Microsoft.NET Show more

Lorenzo De Francesco

Lorenzo De Francesco

I am the CTO of Azimut Marketplace with over 10 years of experience in IT development. In the last year alone, I have successfully reduced IT costs by 80%, enhancing the operational efficiency of the platform. My primary commitment is to create IT solutions that not only drive profits but are also robust, durable, and flexible enough to meet the ever-evolving needs of our modern society. I am driven by a passion for innovation and technology, and I consistently strive to promote excellence in the management and development of technological systems.

I am the CTO of Azimut Marketplace with over 10 years of experience in IT development. In the last year alone, I have successfully reduced IT costs by 80%, enhancing the operational efficiency of the platform. My primary commitment is to create IT so... Show more

Rajendra Ongole

Rajendra Ongole

I am currently working as a BI Lead Specialist within the Engineering and Tech Lead Team at Bosch Digital. Holding more than 8 certifications from Microsoft, such as Microsoft Certified Fabric Analytics Engineer, Power BI Analyst, and Microsoft Certified Trainer. I’ve shared insights in Power Platforms forums through sessions, and I contribute through blogging. I worked on different projects, delivering insights to clients. My current skills include: Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Power BI, SQL, Azure Databricks, Microsoft Excel, Python, and Spark My knowledge-sharing efforts extend across various platforms, including writing blogs, technical reviews of books, forum participation, and live sessions. I take pride in actively participating in and contributing to the Microsoft forums, where I consistently share valuable insights and knowledge.

I am currently working as a BI Lead Specialist within the Engineering and Tech Lead Team at Bosch Digital. Holding more than 8 certifications from Microsoft, such as Microsoft Certified Fabric Analytics Engineer, Power BI Analyst, and Microsoft Certi... Show more

Vignesh Ganesan

Vignesh Ganesan

Vignesh Ganesan is a Microsoft MVP and an Enterprise Architect & Technology Strategist with 15 years of experience. He specializes in technical presales, product marketing, Go-to-Market strategy, leadership, consulting, advisory, solution design and designing and implementing SaaS, IaaS and PaaS environments including on-premises and hybrid infrastructures. In addition to that he also has a sound knowledge in designing and implementing security solutions for customers using native cloud controls along with 3rd party tools to build a secure Cloud environment. During his recent stint with Pitney Bowes, Microsoft and Deloitte, he designed technical solutions that can meet his customer’s needs and helped in driving their Digital Transformation so that they can get the best out of their Microsoft 365 & Azure implementation. He has worked on many products/technologies so far such as Active Directory, Windows Server , SharePoint & Exchange Server , Microsoft 365 , Azure AD ,Azure IaaS & PaaS , Slack , Google Workspace Enterprise Mobility & Security etc. .He has spoken on plethora of user groups , conferences & events across the globe and you can find all his work on his blog site i.e. Vignesh’s SharePoint Thoughts and his YouTube Channel . Over the years he has written almost 400 technical articles and has involved himself in many technical community related engagements for which he was awarded the prestigious Microsoft MVP Award and the C Sharp corner MVP Award . He always has a thirst to constantly learn something new which is what made him to complete almost 20+ Microsoft certifications.

My Microsoft MVP Profile : https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5004713

My Blogsite : https://vigneshsharepointthoughts.com/

My YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/c/VigneshGanesan

My Microsoft Transcript : https://www.credly.com/users/vignesh-ganesan/badges

Vignesh Ganesan is a Microsoft MVP and an Enterprise Architect & Technology Strategist with 15 years of experience. He specializes in technical presales, product marketing, Go-to-Market strategy, leadership, consulting, advisory, solution design and... Show more

Lewis Prince

Lewis Prince

Senior AI Engineer and international speaker, Lewis Prince specializes in building scalable AI solutions and predictive models that deliver real-world impact. He is known for his ability to simplify complex AI concepts and inspire organizations to innovate with confidence.

Senior AI Engineer and international speaker, Lewis Prince specializes in building scalable AI solutions and predictive models that deliver real-world impact. He is known for his ability to simplify complex AI concepts and inspire organizations to in... Show more

William Huneycutt

William Huneycutt

Enterprise Collaboration Specialist based in Charlotte, North Carolina, I help organizations leverage the full potential of Microsoft 365 to boost productivity and collaboration.

My area of expertise includes Microsoft Copilot, Teams, SharePoint, Power Apps, and Power Automate. I’ve been recognized as a Microsoft MVP since 2017 for my contributions to the community.

I co-host the monthly YouTube series, 365 Deep Dive, which explores every aspect of Microsoft 365.

As a community speaker, I share my knowledge and insights on Microsoft 365. To stay updated on my work and insights, follow me on LinkedIn or Bluesky.

Enterprise Collaboration Specialist based in Charlotte, North Carolina, I help organizations leverage the full potential of Microsoft 365 to boost productivity and collaboration. My area of expertise includes Microsoft Copilot, Teams, SharePoint, ... Show more

Mustapha Adekunle

Mustapha Adekunle

Mustapha is a passionate data professional with expertise in Google Cloud Platform, spanning data and analytics engineering, database engineering, and community engagement. His background allows him to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical solutions, designing, building, and securing efficient data processing systems. As a Data Engineer and Advocate, Mustapha is dedicated to empowering others to leverage data effectively and securely through their writing, speaking engagements, and online content.

Mustapha is a passionate data professional with expertise in Google Cloud Platform, spanning data and analytics engineering, database engineering, and community engagement. His background allows him to bridge the gap between business objectives and t... Show more

Dylan Hayes

Dylan Hayes

I am a Microsoft 365 Consultant working at Blacklight Software, a Microsoft Gold Partner in Wakefield near Leeds. I'm also one of the organisers of the 'Microsoft 365 North' user group. I came to the information technology profession via an long and interesting road, which left me with an abiding passion for solving business problems with technology. Along the way I’ve worked with a lot of different technologies but right now I spend my days applying Microsoft platforms to customer challenges. When I’m not at work I enjoy being outdoors, and running long distances across wild places.

I am a Microsoft 365 Consultant working at Blacklight Software, a Microsoft Gold Partner in Wakefield near Leeds. I'm also one of the organisers of the 'Microsoft 365 North' user group. I came to the information technology profession via an long and... Show more

Hugo Barona

Hugo Barona

Hugo is a Cloud Solutions Architect and Microsoft Azure enthusiast, specialized in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Stack, and design and develop Cloud solutions.
He works as an independent contractor, helping customers to migrate existing applications to Azure and deliver Azure cloud-based solutions to enable digital transformation.
Also, he is a tech community contributor and public speaker in local tech communities and conferences.
Hugo is a passionate person for technology, innovation, and new challenges.

Hugo is a Cloud Solutions Architect and Microsoft Azure enthusiast, specialized in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Stack, and design and develop Cloud solutions. He works as an independent contractor, helping customers to migrate existing applications t... Show more

Cortney Nickerson

Cortney Nickerson

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

Oktay Sari

Oktay Sari

“My name is Oktay Sari and I live in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands. I am happily married with 2 children and our dog Lucy. I like to read a good book, have a nice BBQ and enjoy a delicious craft beer with friends and family. The little things in life matter the most to me”

Oktay has been working as an IT specialist since 1997 and has fulfilled various roles over the years.. For the past 9+ years, he has honed his skills in Endpoint management, Microsoft Intune and all things Security. In 2022 he received the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award in the Security (Intune) category for his community contributions and thought leadership.

With the growing prevalence of macOS in corporate settings, his current focus is on leveraging Microsoft Intune's capabilities to ensure robust and efficient management of macOS devices.

“My name is Oktay Sari and I live in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands. I am happily married with 2 children and our dog Lucy. I like to read a good book, have a nice BBQ and enjoy a delicious craft beer with friends and family. The little things in life ma... Show more

Neil McLoughlin

Neil McLoughlin

Neil McLoughlin is a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience, specializing in cloud-based Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions. As a dedicated Microsoft MVP, Neil focuses primarily on Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365, sharing his expertise through engaging content on YouTube. In addition to his work in the field, he leads the EUC Forum user group in the UK, fostering a community of end-user computing enthusiasts.

Neil McLoughlin is a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience, specializing in cloud-based Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions. As a dedicated Microsoft MVP, Neil focuses primarily on Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365,... Show more

Clarissa Rodrigues

Clarissa Rodrigues

Clarissa Rodrigues is graduated by University of Vale dos Sinos (UNISINOS), specialist in Software Engineering by Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) and master student in Applied Computing by UNISINOS. With more than 10 years of IT experience, she has been working in different roles and companies, such as a Business Analyst at SISPRO, ADP, SAP and most current Technical Quality & Program Manager at Uber. On her journey, she has been advocated for quality inside QAs work to make sure goods and services are designed, developed, and made to meet or exceed customers’ expectations and requirements.

Clarissa Rodrigues is graduated by University of Vale dos Sinos (UNISINOS), specialist in Software Engineering by Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) and master student in Applied Computing by UNISINOS. With more than 10 years of IT exper... Show more

Shivay Lamba

Shivay Lamba

Shivay Lamba is a software developer specializing in DevOps, Machine Learning and Full Stack Development.

He is an Open Source Enthusiast and has been part of various programs like Google Code In and Google Summer of Code as a Mentor and is currently a MLH Fellow. He has also worked at organizations like Amazon, EY, Genpact. He is a Tensorflow.JS SIG member and community lead from India.

Shivay Lamba is a software developer specializing in DevOps, Machine Learning and Full Stack Development. He is an Open Source Enthusiast and has been part of various programs like Google Code In and Google Summer of Code as a Mentor and is curre... Show more

Roel Hartman

Roel Hartman

Roel started a long time ago using Oracle RDBMS 5, Oracle Forms 2.3, RPT/RPF and Oracle*Case 4.5. Since over 10 years he focuses mainly on Oracle Application Express.
Roel has been a speaker on UKOUG, OOW, Collaborate, ODTUG's Kscope and a number of local Oracle User Groups.
Within ODTUG he acted as the APEX Content Lead for the Kscope14 and KScope15 conferences and was a member of the Board of Directors from 2018 to 2024.
He keeps an (APEX-related) blog on https://roelhartman.blogspot.com.
In June 2009 Roel received an Oracle ACE award and in August 2010 he's appointed as Oracle ACE Director.
Roel is a co-writer of the "Expert Oracle Application Express" and "Oracle Application Express for Mobile Web Applications" books.
Roel is Director at APEX Consulting in The Netherlands.

Roel started a long time ago using Oracle RDBMS 5, Oracle Forms 2.3, RPT/RPF and Oracle*Case 4.5. Since over 10 years he focuses mainly on Oracle Application Express. Roel has been a speaker on UKOUG, OOW, Collaborate, ODTUG's Kscope and a number of... Show more

María Soto Castro

María Soto Castro

Apasionada de la tecnología y del marketing, actualmente, obsesionada con Chat GPT.
GlobalAI Bootcamp | W4TT

Apasionada de la tecnología y del marketing, actualmente, obsesionada con Chat GPT. GlobalAI Bootcamp | W4TT Show more

Alex Rostan

Alex Rostan

Microsoft Bizz Apps MVP and seasoned technology leader with over 18 years of global experience designing and delivering intelligent solutions across diverse industries. As an AI Solutions Specialist and Power Platform Architect, Alex has been at the forefront of integrating Cognitive Services, developing enterprise-grade chatbots and Copilot solutions, and driving automation through RPA and low-code platforms. His expertise spans cloud architecture on Azure and Microsoft 365, with a strong focus on empowering organizations through innovation, scalability, and user-centric design. A passionate advocate for digital transformation, Alex combines technical excellence with a deep understanding of business needs to create impactful solutions that bridge people and technology.

AI Solutions Specialist / Copilot Studio / Copilot / Power Platform Architect / RPA / Cloud Architect / Azure / M365 /Fabric

Microsoft Bizz Apps MVP and seasoned technology leader with over 18 years of global experience designing and delivering intelligent solutions across diverse industries. As an AI Solutions Specialist and Power Platform Architect, Alex has been at the ... Show more

Jean-Yves Klein

Jean-Yves Klein

Senior Agile Coach, Jean-Yves Klein has worn many hats: developer, project manager, program director, head of IT… This diverse background gives him a 360° view of agility — from hands-on delivery to executive strategy.

Certified in PMI, SAFe, and Disciplined Agile, he has coached teams across IT, mechanical engineering, electronics, marketing, and legal. His approach is always tailored to the team, the project, and the organization — no cookie-cutter solutions here.

A passionate educator, he has designed over 10 Serious Games, including several with LEGO, to bring Agile, SAFe, DevOps, and key roles like Product Owner and Scrum Master to life. With him, learning is hands-on, fun, and unforgettable.

Senior Agile Coach, Jean-Yves Klein has worn many hats: developer, project manager, program director, head of IT… This diverse background gives him a 360° view of agility — from hands-on delivery to executive strategy. Certified in PMI, SAFe, and ... Show more

Amanda Sterner ✨

Amanda Sterner ✨

Amanda Sterner works as an Employee Experience and Productivity Expert at Xenit 💚, where she helps her customers make the most out of their Microsoft investment focusing on Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams and Copilot. Amanda is a Microsoft MVP and actively contributes to the community by organizing events, presenting at conferences and sharing collaboration ideas in her blog and LinkedIn. Amanda's goal is to help people understand how Microsoft Teams, Copilot and other tools can improve their daily work and make their days a little better 🫶🏻.

In summary, Amanda is a tech enthusiast, educator, and community builder who is passionate about sharing her knowledge and empowering others through the Microsoft ecosystem 💜.

Amanda Sterner works as an Employee Experience and Productivity Expert at Xenit 💚, where she helps her customers make the most out of their Microsoft investment focusing on Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams and Copilot. Amanda is a Microsoft MVP and ac... Show more

Markus Eisele

Markus Eisele

Markus is a Java Champion, former Java EE Expert Group member, founder of German JavaLand, reputed speaker at Java conferences around the world, and a very well known figure in the Enterprise Java world.

Markus is a Java Champion, former Java EE Expert Group member, founder of German JavaLand, reputed speaker at Java conferences around the world, and a very well known figure in the Enterprise Java world. Show more

Samantha St-Louis (Allegrini)

Samantha St-Louis (Allegrini)


Samantha St-Louis is the VP of AI App Innovation at Atmosera, where she leads enterprise-scale AI and agentic system strategy for global organizations. Her work focuses on designing intelligent, scalable AI architectures that move beyond experimentation into real operational and business impact.

With a background spanning cloud architecture, AI engineering, healthcare, and education, Samantha specializes in translating complex AI concepts into clear decision frameworks that executives, architects, and practitioners can actually use. She is known for building systems that connect strategy to execution, whether that means multi-agent orchestration, AI governance, or practical GenAI adoption.

As a Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer, Samantha brings a rare blend of hands-on technical depth and compelling communication. Her talks are pragmatic, honest, and grounded in real projects helping organizations avoid AI sprawl and focus on outcomes.

Beyond technology, Samantha is a strong advocate for women carving unconventional paths into tech leadership. Her own journey informs her work, her teaching style, and her belief that clarity, structure, and courage matter more than traditional credentials.

1. From AI Pilots to Platforms: Designing Enterprise-Grade Agentic AI
2. AI Literacy for Leaders: Making Confident Decisions in an Imperfect World
3. Better Decisions, Not Better Dashboards: How AI Actually Improves Business Outcomes

Samantha St-Louis is the VP of AI App Innovation at Atmosera, where she leads enterprise-scale AI and agentic system strategy for global organizations. Her work focuses on designing intelligent, scalable AI architectures that move beyond experiment... Show more

Joanne Klein

Joanne Klein

Joanne Klein is an independent Microsoft 365 consultant, a 9-time Microsoft MVP in Microsoft Purview and SharePoint, and an Advanced Compliance specialist in the Microsoft suite of tools. Joanne works with her customers on planning and implementing information protection and data governance controls across their Microsoft 365 environment to address the unique challenges of today's modern workplace. She’s a firm believer that it’s not all about technology.

Joanne blogs about these areas with a focus on how to secure, protect, and govern information assets while minimizing end-user impact.

Joanne Klein is an independent Microsoft 365 consultant, a 9-time Microsoft MVP in Microsoft Purview and SharePoint, and an Advanced Compliance specialist in the Microsoft suite of tools. Joanne works with her customers on planning and implementing i... Show more

Thomas Stensitzki

Thomas Stensitzki

Thomas Stensitzki owns Granikos GmbH & Co. KG in Germany and serves as a principal consultant specializing in Exchange Server, Microsoft 365, and Messaging Security. He is an MVP for M365.
He holds various Microsoft certifications, including Microsoft Certified Master for Exchange Server 2010 and Microsoft Certified Solutions Master Messaging. When not working as a consultant, he teaches Microsoft technology courses as an MCT.

Thomas Stensitzki owns Granikos GmbH & Co. KG in Germany and serves as a principal consultant specializing in Exchange Server, Microsoft 365, and Messaging Security. He is an MVP for M365. He holds various Microsoft certifications, including Microso... Show more

Doug Leal

Doug Leal

Enterprise Architect with 25+ years of experience delivering data-centric solutions, including big data, cloud, analytics, and data engineering strategies in both enterprise and consulting capacities. Proven expertise in AWS, Azure Cloud, Databricks, MLFlow, and Spark, driving scalable and efficient data solutions. A trusted advisor in enterprise data architecture for both existing and new platforms; Databricks Champion for CGI. Passionate about machine learning and leveraging advanced analytics to drive business value.

Enterprise Architect with 25+ years of experience delivering data-centric solutions, including big data, cloud, analytics, and data engineering strategies in both enterprise and consulting capacities. Proven expertise in AWS, Azure Cloud, Databricks,... Show more

James Bartlett

James Bartlett

James Bartlett is a Principal Consultant at P3 Adaptive, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, and co-host of "The Drill Down with Ahmad and James," which is a bi-weekly interactive video livestream on LinkedIn that focuses on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. James is also a co-organizer of the Iowa Power BI User Group and the Higher Education Power BI User Group, and he has given presentations at conferences and user groups all over the world, with his most notable recent appearances being at Data Point Prague, FabCon Europe in Stockholm, and RADACAD's Power BI and Fabric Global Summit. In his free time, James likes to write and contribute to open-source software, play the guitar, produce electronic music, post articles on his blog at DataVolume.xyz, and volunteer with a nonprofit organization called Tech Journey, whose mission is "to inspire youth to increase their knowledge and interest in technology by providing engaging learning opportunities led by technology professionals."

James Bartlett is a Principal Consultant at P3 Adaptive, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, and co-host of "The Drill Down with Ahmad and James," which is a bi-weekly interactive video livestream on LinkedIn that focuses on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.... Show more

Michael Plettner

Michael Plettner

With more than 2 decades of customer experience, a long history in Microsoft products, Michael is a Cloud Architect who enjoys sharing his experience with the community and help the community grow.
During the last years, Michael was working with customers in Microsoft Teams topics, Microsoft 365 implementations overall and since 2022 he's also working with his customers in different Microsoft Viva projects.
Since more than seven years Michael has its own company, working with the focus on Microsoft topics, Change-Management and Project-Management. He's also a Microsoft MVP for Microsoft 365 Apps and Services since 2021.

With more than 2 decades of customer experience, a long history in Microsoft products, Michael is a Cloud Architect who enjoys sharing his experience with the community and help the community grow. During the last years, Michael was working with cus... Show more

Loryan Strant

Loryan Strant

Loryan’s love for technology and what it can do for him and for his clients truly shines through his work as an independent consultant, author, webcaster, blogger and public speaker. With the desire to advise his clients to become technologically self-sufficient, Loryan’s focus is to provide them with the skills they need to become aware of their technological needs and acquire the unequivocal confidence to execute a solution and change their technology ways.
Through passion, knowledge, experience and memory, Loryan prides himself on his ability to pick up on his clients’ style and language context so that they may learn in a way that works best for them. With over 15 years of working exclusively with Microsoft 365 (Office 365, BPOS) and being a Microsoft MVP most of that time, and close to 30 years of IT experience, Loryan is a pragmatic, honest, no bull**** kind of guy who takes his clients by the collar and gently guides them through Microsoft 365.

Loryan’s love for technology and what it can do for him and for his clients truly shines through his work as an independent consultant, author, webcaster, blogger and public speaker. With the desire to advise his clients to become technologically sel... Show more

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