Ásgeir brings nearly two decades of experience in designing and implementing scalable data platforms using Microsoft technologies. With deep expertise in data architecture, data engineering, and analytics, he helps organizations turn complex data landscapes into streamlined, high-performing solutions. In addition to hands-on delivery, Ásgeir advises clients on governance, security, and platform strategy.

As a recognized Microsoft Data Platform MVP and active speaker at global data events, he stays ahead of industry trends and brings cutting-edge insights to every project. In addition to speaking at events Ásgeir is a co-organizer of Data Platform Next Step, Power BI Next Step and Power BI Cruise in Denmark.

Ásgeir focuses primarily on the data technologies in the Azure cloud.

Ásgeir is the co-author of Pro Power BI Administration from APRESS and the Power BI MVP book

Ásgeir is passionate about data and loves solving problem with BI.

Ásgeir brings nearly two decades of experience in designing and implementing scalable data platforms using Microsoft technologies. With deep expertise in data architecture, data engineering, and analytics, he helps organizations turn complex data lan... Show more

Jonatan Ivanov is an enthusiastic Software Engineer, member of the Spring Engineering Team, maintainer of Micrometer, one of the leaders of the Seattle Java User Group, speaker, author, Java Champion.
He has hands-on experience in developing and shipping innovative, production-ready software for industry-leader companies. He likes Distributed Systems, Production, Open Source, Math, Linux, Cloud environments; he is passionate about the Java Ecosystem and the Java Community.
He is an Open Source contributor, writes a "develotters"-focused blog (https://develotters.com), sometimes can be found on Twitter(@jonatan_ivanov) and in the Seattle area.

Jonatan Ivanov is an enthusiastic Software Engineer, member of the Spring Engineering Team, maintainer of Micrometer, one of the leaders of the Seattle Java User Group, speaker, author, Java Champion. He has hands-on experience in developing and shi... Show more

Justin Lee is a Java Champion and a Kotlin fanatic. He has been programming in Java since 1996 and has worked on virtually every level of the application stack from database drivers all the way to application servers and front end interfaces. A long time advocate of Java and Kotlin, he has spoken at conferences and user groups all across three continents. He is an active open source community member contributing when and where he can. He is currently a Senior Software Engineer at DataDog and can be found on twitter and github as @evanchooly.

Justin Lee is a Java Champion and a Kotlin fanatic. He has been programming in Java since 1996 and has worked on virtually every level of the application stack from database drivers all the way to application servers and front end interfaces. A long... Show more

Nathalie started off as a hairstylist who could often fix the computer. She found her love for computers, and quickly turned to IT.

Now after almost 15 years in IT she has found her true passion in the Power Platform and it's community.
Anything she learn along the way she wishes to teach to others, so she also became a trainer, speaker and MCT.

She's an MVP in Business Applications and hobbyist PowerBI. She loves cats, rollercoasters and travelling.
You'll often find her on the community calls posting the dancing badgers gif whenever someone mentions the word badge, and actively encourages others to pursue their badge quests.

Nathalie started off as a hairstylist who could often fix the computer. She found her love for computers, and quickly turned to IT. Now after almost 15 years in IT she has found her true passion in the Power Platform and it's community. Anythin... 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 Solutions Architect at cognition IT, where she combines her passion for designing and implementing End User Computing (EUC) solutions with her newfound love for DevOps automation, using Infrastructure-as-Code, Image-as-Code and DSC-as-Code templates PowerShell scripting, REST APIs and JSON payloads for process automation and the automated deployments of infrastructure focused resources for 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 also is 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 Citrix Technology Professional (CTP), 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

Isabelle Van Campenhoudt is a seasoned Microsoft Data Platform architect with thirteen years as an MVP in Data Platform, bringing over two decades of experience in data management. Based in Belgium, her expertise spans Business Intelligence and Database Administration.
Isabelle is a prolific trainer, speaker, and consultant, engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders including developers for BI solutions, architecture and performance design teams, infrastructure personnel, and business users. She has also served as a faculty member at EPHEC, Brussels, teaching in the Bachelor of Computer Science program.
An active contributor to the technical community, Isabelle co-founded the Global Francophone V-Chapter in 2015 and has held the vice presidency of the Club Power BI user group in Paris for multiple years. She organizes various professional gatherings such as meetups, master classes, Power Saturday, and other significant conferences.
Isabelle is a frequent guest speaker at international conferences, driven by her passion for knowledge sharing. Alongside fellow MVP Serge Luca, she co-founded Power Platform Associates, further solidifying her deep engagement with the entire Power Platform ecosystem.

Isabelle Van Campenhoudt is a seasoned Microsoft Data Platform architect with thirteen years as an MVP in Data Platform, bringing over two decades of experience in data management. Based in Belgium, her expertise spans Business Intelligence and Datab... Show more

Hi! I'm Toon Vanhoutte, Azure Solution Architect and Microsoft Azure MVP. My duty is to design and deliver reliable, secure and scalable applications in the Azure cloud. I'm not scared to take up big challenges and to dive into development mode. Integration and APIs are my old love, generative AI solutions are my new passion!

As a managing partner of Noest, my focus is to create a vibrant, local community of Microsoft enthusiasts with a "getting-things-done" mentality. I'm a quite active member of the Microsoft Azure community and was speaker on several community and company events. I love to share my experiences and learn from others during workshops, presentations and blogs. Being an Azure MVP, I'm actively collaborating with various Microsoft / Azure product teams.

Hi! I'm Toon Vanhoutte, Azure Solution Architect and Microsoft Azure MVP. My duty is to design and deliver reliable, secure and scalable applications in the Azure cloud. I'm not scared to take up big challenges and to dive into development mode. Int... Show more

Luce Carter is a proudly neurodiverse Microsoft MVP, Contentful Developer Hero, author and Developer Advocate for MongoDB, based in Manchester, England.

When not reading, playing squash, or learning something new, she speaks around the world at user groups and conferences on MongoDB, .NET, Mental Health and Productivity, creates YouTube videos, streams on Twitch occasionally and writes on her blog. Follow Luce on Twitter @LuceCarter1 and also her Blog at lucecarter.co.uk.

Luce Carter is a proudly neurodiverse Microsoft MVP, Contentful Developer Hero, author and Developer Advocate for MongoDB, based in Manchester, England. When not reading, playing squash, or learning something new, she speaks around the world at us... Show more

I'm a Microsoft MVP from Germany, working for ORBIS SE. There I've got the chance to work with Dynamics 365 right from the beginning (back then Microsoft CRM v1.2). Beeing focused on the ProDev aspects of the Power Platform, I'm enthusiatic about Power Apps Component Framework (PCF) development. You can call me PCFLady. You can find me answering questions in the "Power Apps Pro Dev & ISV" Forum, blogging on my "Dianamics" blog site (dianabirkelbach.wordpress.com), sharing videos on youtube (youtube.com/@pcflady) and free PCF controls on https://pcf.gallery/ ;.

I'm a Microsoft MVP from Germany, working for ORBIS SE. There I've got the chance to work with Dynamics 365 right from the beginning (back then Microsoft CRM v1.2). Beeing focused on the ProDev aspects of the Power Platform, I'm enthusiatic about Pow... Show more

Hi 👋🏼 I'm a Microsoft BizApps MVP who’s passionate about Power Platform governance, security, and developer experience. I love supporting teams as they build robust, enterprise-ready applications and thrive on helping others, collaboration, and fostering strong technical communities. Lately, I’m exploring how AI-assisted development—what some like to call “Vibe Coding”—is changing how we build apps in the enterprise world. I’m especially focused on what good governance, security, and developer experience mean in this rapidly evolving landscape, always aiming to empower organizations and individuals to push the limits of the Microsoft ecosystem together.

Hi 👋🏼 I'm a Microsoft BizApps MVP who’s passionate about Power Platform governance, security, and developer experience. I love supporting teams as they build robust, enterprise-ready applications and thrive on helping others, collaboration, and fos... Show more