Collin Newberry, Director of DevSecOps at Yahara Software and author of The DevOps Problem, has been in the technology field for nearly two decades.

As a Sergeant operating under 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) in the U.S. Army Mr. Newberry’s experience encompassed the installation, maintenance, management and security of networking systems and satellite communications on a global scale.

Since joining the private sector Mr. Newberry’s experience has expanded to the management of international security and compliance initiatives for Fortune 500 companies, designing and securing DevSecOps pipelines and the modernization of traditional infrastructure to adopt cutting edge tactics and technologies leading to his current role where he oversees DevSecOps and IT strategy.

Collin Newberry, Director of DevSecOps at Yahara Software and author of The DevOps Problem, has been in the technology field for nearly two decades. As a Sergeant operating under 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) in the U.S. Army Mr. Newberry’... Show more

Darin is a manager for threat research at Cisco focused on detection engineering, AI and cloud security. Previous affiliations include Amazon and the US Department of Justice, along with UC Davis and King's College London.

Darin is a manager for threat research at Cisco focused on detection engineering, AI and cloud security. Previous affiliations include Amazon and the US Department of Justice, along with UC Davis and King's College London. Show more

Brian Meeker is a full stack engineer who occasionally leaves his basement in Indiana. Currently, he works as the engineering manager at GetThru. He mostly codes in Elixir these days, but has a past littered with a wide variety of technologies and platforms. Outside of work, Brian is a devoted father, avid nerd, and lover of metal.

Brian Meeker is a full stack engineer who occasionally leaves his basement in Indiana. Currently, he works as the engineering manager at GetThru. He mostly codes in Elixir these days, but has a past littered with a wide variety of technologies and pl... Show more

Mariam Halfhide is a Data & AI Strategist working at the intersection of AI governance, organizational transformation, and leadership. With a background in econometrics and data science, she helps organizations navigate not only what AI makes possible, but what it takes to adopt and govern it responsibly.

Her work increasingly centers on three questions: What does it mean to truly be in control of AI? How do we rethink change as AI demands faster shifts in organizations and mindsets? And how do we develop leaders for the AI era? Underneath these questions is a broader interest in human development: as our capabilities grow through AI, how do we ensure that we continue to develop ourselves? Essentially, who do we want to be when we use, build and interact with AI?

Mariam approaches responsible AI as a system rather than a standalone governance challenge. Technology, governance, culture, leadership and human development all shape whether AI creates sustainable value. Rather than focusing solely on AI's risks, she is particularly interested in the fragilities that new technologies expose in our organizations and society, and what addressing them can teach us about building a future in which technology strengthens rather than undermines the values we want to preserve.

Mariam Halfhide is a Data & AI Strategist working at the intersection of AI governance, organizational transformation, and leadership. With a background in econometrics and data science, she helps organizations navigate not only what AI makes possibl... Show more

An Engineer that has been in the industry for just over 10 years, with a keen interest in optimization in technology as well as developer relations with regards to training and building effective teams

An Engineer that has been in the industry for just over 10 years, with a keen interest in optimization in technology as well as developer relations with regards to training and building effective teams Show more

Dr. Siegfried Isele is a Managing Director, senior transformation executive, and board-level
advisor with more than 25 years of international leadership experience across insurance,
financial services, government, logistics, retail, and technology.

He specializes in large-scale modernization and transformation programs, including legacy
system replacement, data migration, AI-enabled automation, and regulated platform
transformation. Dr. Isele has led initiatives involving hundreds of specialists across multiple
continents, operating in highly regulated environments where reliability, compliance, and
governance are mission-critical.

In addition to his executive delivery leadership, he serves as a Senior Security Auditor (ISO/IEC
27001 & OT Security) and trusted advisor on cybersecurity, operational risk, and regulatory
compliance. His board and advisory contributions focus on technology strategy,
transformation governance, risk oversight, and executive decision-making.

Dr. Isele is known for his pragmatic application of agile principles, bridging structured
governance with real-world execution. He holds advanced degrees in economics, law, and
business engineering and has completed executive education at Harvard University, MIT,
Columbia Business School, UC Berkeley, and IIM Bangalore.

He is authorized to work in all Europe (incl. D A CH), the United States, and the United Arab Emirates, as well as he operates internationally.

Dr. Siegfried Isele is a Managing Director, senior transformation executive, and board-level advisor with more than 25 years of international leadership experience across insurance, financial services, government, logistics, retail, and technology.... Show more

On paper, risk management is a clean matrix of probabilities and impacts. In reality, it is a series of impossible decisions made under maximum uncertainty. Carsten Marmulla has spent decades navigating this reality, combining academic rigor with pragmatism learned from the "school of hard knocks".

As a Senior Trusted Advisor and the founder of the cybersecurity consulting boutique carmasec, he translates cyber resilience from a technical challenge into an executive survival strategy.

Through his roles as a vCISO, IT security manager, and strategic advisor for large enterprises, Carsten has guided numerous organizations through complex digital transformations and risk mitigation programs.

He challenges the dangerous illusion that green dashboards and standard certifications equal true security. Instead, he uses his trademark "plain talk" (Klartext) to bridge the communication gap between technical teams and the C-suite.

Beyond his consulting work, Carsten actively mentors cybersecurity startups, shaping the future of the industry.

On stage, he combines the hard-won insights of an entrepreneur with the strategic depth of a management consultant, giving decision-makers the tools they need to build truly resilient organizations.

On paper, risk management is a clean matrix of probabilities and impacts. In reality, it is a series of impossible decisions made under maximum uncertainty. Carsten Marmulla has spent decades navigating this reality, combining academic rigor with pra... Show more

Georgina has been working in Data Science since 2011. For many years she was a coding data scientist in R, Python and PySpark, but for the last 7 years she's been leading international data teams.

She is now leads Software Engineers at Morningstar Credit, working on the sophisticated data products for Morningstar customers.

She's been through hiring cycles and layoff cycles, major tech stack overhauls, massive data science projects and forensic audits. She's figured out how to keep diverse, remote data teams happy, productive and collaborative, at least 80% of the time.

Georgina has been working in Data Science since 2011. For many years she was a coding data scientist in R, Python and PySpark, but for the last 7 years she's been leading international data teams. She is now leads Software Engineers at Morningsta... Show more

Eric is a recognized authority in the advancement of AI and digital transformation with a career marked by impactful projects with global giants such as Disney and Kellogg’s. His expertise in Microsoft 365 has consistently driven transformative change, enhancing corporate efficiencies and aligning technology with strategic business goals.

He is at the forefront of helping organizations adopt Microsoft Copilot and AI-driven tools to unlock new levels of productivity. His work emphasizes how generative AI can transform collaboration, decision-making, and enterprise strategy by embedding intelligence directly into daily workflows. By guiding enterprises through Copilot readiness, governance, and adoption, Eric ensures AI is deployed responsibly and at scale.

Equally central to his work is a strong focus on cybersecurity and risk management. He has deep expertise in deploying Microsoft’s security and compliance stack, including Defender, Sentinel, Intune, and Purview, to protect organizations from evolving digital threats. His strategies enable enterprises to strengthen defenses, safeguard sensitive information, and build resilience against cyber risk while maintaining compliance with global standards.

Eric’s operational acumen is rooted in his ability to define and implement robust corporate technology strategies for Fortune 500 companies. His strategic insights are regularly sought after by industry leaders, and he has shared his expertise on platforms such as Fox Business, The Globe and Mail, Entrepreneur Magazine, and The Huffington Post.

In addition to his client work, Eric is a pivotal figure in the tech community. He serves on the Microsoft Cloud Advisory Board, helping shape the future of AI and cloud computing. His contributions have been recognized with six Microsoft MVP awards, underscoring his commitment to innovation and excellence. As a Judge for the Microsoft Imagine Cup, Eric also mentors the next generation of tech leaders, advancing both AI adoption and security practices.

Based in Toronto, Eric balances his professional life with passions as an avid cyclist and hockey enthusiast, bringing the same drive and dedication to his personal pursuits as he does to advancing Copilot, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation.

Eric is a recognized authority in the advancement of AI and digital transformation with a career marked by impactful projects with global giants such as Disney and Kellogg’s. His expertise in Microsoft 365 has consistently driven transformative chang... Show more

Sia Ghassemi is a passionate expert for applied ai, software security expert, cloud software architect, Microsoft Azure AI MVP, and the founder of Sia Consulting GmbH, a company specializing in GDPR, Dev-Security, Cloud-Security, and AI technologies, the Founder of Automagisch AI and the inventor of Coworkers the digital associate for every skilled worker. He is a frequent Keynote-Speaker and workshop leader at conferences across Germany, Canada and the US.

Sia Ghassemi is a passionate expert for applied ai, software security expert, cloud software architect, Microsoft Azure AI MVP, and the founder of Sia Consulting GmbH, a company specializing in GDPR, Dev-Security, Cloud-Security, and AI technologies,... Show more

Dr. Marc Schuh is a Principal Consultant at TNG Technology Consulting in Munich. He specializes in software and enterprise architecture, where Conway’s Law frequently comes into play and reveals that many technical problems are, at their core, organizational challenges. His approach focuses on driving steady improvement through intrinsic motivation and pragmatic solutions. Marc served as one of the tech leads in building Europe’s largest commercial data lake, migrated a legacy Visual Basic application to C# using the Strangler Pattern, and supports large enterprises in improving complex marketing data pipelines. Beyond his consulting work, he contributes to innovative prototypes — including automated performance analytics for Germany’s national canoeing team and experiments with brain–computer interfaces. In his spare time, he maintains open-source projects promoting digital independence from major cloud providers (github.com/MarcSchuh). Before joining TNG, Marc earned a PhD in physics and competed as a 400 m wheelchair sprinter at three Paralympic Games, becoming a world champion and European record holder.

Dr. Marc Schuh is a Principal Consultant at TNG Technology Consulting in Munich. He specializes in software and enterprise architecture, where Conway’s Law frequently comes into play and reveals that many technical problems are, at their core, organi... Show more

SW engineer doing operations by day, FOSS enthusiast by night. Catch me at conferences for tech banter (and maybe a meme or two). If not in person, you can always find me online as @dejanualex

SW engineer doing operations by day, FOSS enthusiast by night. Catch me at conferences for tech banter (and maybe a meme or two). If not in person, you can always find me online as @dejanualex Show more

Microsoft 365 Compliance doesn’t have to be scary – let alone boring! I’m an expert for Compliance in M365 and a solution architect with a knack for translating complex compliance topics into language everyone understands - whether you're in IT, legal, or just trying to send an email without triggering DLP.
I work with organizations of all shapes and sizes to make compliance actually work for humans, not just for auditors. My mission is in helping teams find that sweet spot where security, usability, and compliance boost productivity instead of blocking it.

Microsoft 365 Compliance doesn’t have to be scary – let alone boring! I’m an expert for Compliance in M365 and a solution architect with a knack for translating complex compliance topics into language everyone understands - whether you're in IT, lega... Show more

Rico Komenda is a security engineer and researcher specializing in application security, cloud security, and AI security. He started as a software developer, moved into security engineering, and now focuses on the attack surface created by AI-integrated systems and secure agentic development.

He is Co-Lead of the OWASP AI Security Verification Standard (AISVS) and a core contributor to multiple OWASP GenAI security projects. Rico has spoken at NDC Security, OWASP Global AppSec EU, OWASP LASCON, WeAreDevelopers World Congress, DefCamp, and others.

He got into this field the way a lot of hackers do: writing scripts for video games as a teenager, getting curious about how systems break, and never stopping.

Rico Komenda is a security engineer and researcher specializing in application security, cloud security, and AI security. He started as a software developer, moved into security engineering, and now focuses on the attack surface created by AI-integra... Show more

Vin Mitty is a data and AI leader with a PhD in the field, researcher, and author of the book, The AI Decision Map.

Drawing from 2 decades of technology leadership, PhD research, and executive interviews on his podcast, Mitty helps organizations and leaders transform AI into measurable business outcomes.

Vin Mitty is a data and AI leader with a PhD in the field, researcher, and author of the book, The AI Decision Map. Drawing from 2 decades of technology leadership, PhD research, and executive interviews on his podcast, Mitty helps organizations a... Show more

Dionysis Karamitopoulos is a GRC Security Architect focused on cybersecurity governance, risk management, security architecture, identity and access management, regulatory alignment and operational resilience.

His work focuses on translating governance and compliance requirements into practical security capabilities, connecting frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIS2 with risk ownership, security controls, evidence and operational decision-making.

His broader professional and research interests include AI governance, continuous cyber risk management, adversarial readiness, third-party risk and the evolution of GRC from periodic compliance towards continuous assurance.

He develops practical approaches for organizations seeking to strengthen security while maintaining clear accountability, measurable risk management and sustainable governance.

Dionysis Karamitopoulos is a GRC Security Architect focused on cybersecurity governance, risk management, security architecture, identity and access management, regulatory alignment and operational resilience. His work focuses on translating gover... Show more

I'm a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Solution Architect and Chartered Accountant (ACA, ICAEW) based in the UK: a combination that lets me sit on both sides of a finance transformation, the system and the standards it has to honor.

I write bcforfinance.com, an ongoing series on IFRS in Business Central, translating IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IFRS18, IFRS 9 and IAS2 into practical BC configuration with real journal entries. I also speak on the Dynamics user-group circuit, including D365PPUG UK. There's very little finance-first BC architecture content out there, and closing that gap is the work I care most about.

Over 15+ years I've led finance transformations and full BC implementations across manufacturing, construction, financial services and asset finance, public sector and more. I design the accounting logic first, then the configuration, so the numbers are right from day one.

At Mercurius IT I've also architected in-house solutions for CIS, projects and construction, purchase requisitions and commitment accounting, often alongside ISVs like Continia, GYDE 365 and Jet Reports, Yavrio, EMBAT.

ACA (ICAEW) · ICAEW BFP · PMP · Microsoft Certified: BC Functional Consultant and Solution Architect

Working through a finance design question in BC? Message me. Happy to talk it through.

I'm a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Solution Architect and Chartered Accountant (ACA, ICAEW) based in the UK: a combination that lets me sit on both sides of a finance transformation, the system and the standards it has to honor. I write... Show more

Abtin Aghagolian is the Co-Founder and CTO of Pikd (pikd.app), a London based geospatial AR platform that turns the real world into an interactive, privacy first interface for brands and consumers. Pikd has worked with Red Bull, Burger King and the London Design Biennale.

He has been building consumer technology at scale for close to a decade. Before Pikd he founded a venture studio where he grew a team of over 100 people and shipped eleven platforms, including a video on demand service with more than a million users, alongside psychometric ad engines and fan engagement systems. That background is why he argues about privacy from the advertising side of the table rather than against it.

His current work is privacy preserving AI. He holds a UK patent pending invention for context aware augmented reality built on zero knowledge proofs and psychometric context modelling, and is leading a consortium bid into Innovate UK and the Eureka clusters on privacy first smart city infrastructure.

He has spoken at Digital Almaty, Global Tech Wave and Red Bull Basement, where he gave "Don't Build the Future Wrong: Ethics by Design in the Age of Immersive AI". He holds a BSc in Computer Science and Management from the University of St Andrews and a DBA from the University of Tehran.

Abtin Aghagolian is the Co-Founder and CTO of Pikd (pikd.app), a London based geospatial AR platform that turns the real world into an interactive, privacy first interface for brands and consumers. Pikd has worked with Red Bull, Burger King and the L... Show more

Friendly, Curious, Eclectic;

Patrick Trierweiler is a security-focused compliance professional with 200+ closed engagements and currently working as a Compliance Analyst for Steel Patriot Partners. A Florida State University CCI Alumni, an Eagle Scout, and Writer for the ISACA Blog from time to time. His more niche work related to emerging technology, cybersecurity, and culture can be found on his Blog "It'll Be The Future Soon" on LinkedIn and Substack

Patrick dived straight into the IT Audit and Cybersecurity space out of College in 2019 and has seen a lot during his 7 year tenure in the industry. Joining A-LIGN during a time of exponential growth where each year both the companies revenue and his team doubled in size. During his time there he went from SOC 2 IT Associate Auditor to FedRAMP Manager. Performing and SOC 1 ITGC+BP, SOC 2, HIPAA, SSPA, Ransomware Preparedness, FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST 800 engagements including full audits, readiness assessments and gap assessments. As well as sitting on the Methodology, Training, and GRC committees creating trainings, controls, and testing methods.

He Left A-LIGN in late 2023 and has worked in the FedRAMP/IT Consulting space ever since. Today, he designs, builds, and maintains Security Compliance Programs in the private sector.

Patrick lives the greater Tampa Bay area and is always looking for ways to assist the community. He mentors and performs resume critiques for Veterans, College Kids, and generally anyone interested in breaking into Tech and IT Audit.

Friendly, Curious, Eclectic; Patrick Trierweiler is a security-focused compliance professional with 200+ closed engagements and currently working as a Compliance Analyst for Steel Patriot Partners. A Florida State University CCI Alumni, an Eagle S... Show more

Licensed Strategy Advisor | Regulation Governance, Systems Architecture & Organisational Flow

Advising enterprise, government, and public sector leadership globally on regulatory policy, non-invasive systems integration, and human-in-the-loop operational resilience. I architect deterministic boundary frameworks that integrate across any industry - unifying legacy infrastructure without full system overhauls, eliminating multi-national entropy silos, and preventing blackbox system collapse.

What I Offer: Universal Industry Advisory & System Integration

My practice delivers end-to-end, sector-agnostic advisory and implementation capabilities developed to scale across critical infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, finance, defence, healthcare, and enterprise technology.

1. Strategic Governance & Advisory

* Cross-Sector Regulatory Compliance: Designing, validating, and testing policy enforcement models tailored for complex multi-jurisdiction and cross-border regulatory adherence.

* Organisational Systems Analysis: Auditing, developing, and training internal corporate departments across all tiers for non-invasive, low-friction integration.

* Entropy Reduction & Silo Unification: Managing variable complexity to maintain congruent operational order and eliminate drag without introducing system latency.

* Risk Management & Failure-Mode SOPs: Authoring automated troubleshooting frameworks and fail-safe procedures to ensure continuity under extreme operating conditions.


2. Systems Architecture & Non-Invasive Integration

* Non-Invasive Socio-Technical Orchestration (SSO-ADGF): Bridging physical human workflows with existing digital infrastructure (ERP, WMS, MES), physical hardware, and air-gapped networks without requiring costly rip-and-replace overhauls.

* Deterministic Boundary Control (ISOIG): Enforcing operational precision through an adaptable, zero-latency custom intelligence standard.

* Algorithmic APIs & Unified Dashboards: Deploying plug-and-play dashboards for real-time compliance tracking, auditable telemetry, and verifiable system security.

* High-Assurance Technology Enablement: Safely layering cloud, patented AI, and legacy assets into verified, explainable, and fully auditable states.


3. Operational Execution & Human-AI Symbiosis

* Autonomous Dual-Mode Execution: Engineering resilient systems that maintain full operational autonomy whether AI capabilities are deployed, degraded, or completely offline.

* Adversarial & External Threat Immunisation: Enforcing strict data validation boundaries that shield core infrastructure from external computational threats and adversarial AI vectors.

* Cognitive Ergonomics & Anti-Panic Protocols: Translating complex technical requirements into ambiguity-free procedural manuals that mitigate operator fatigue and eliminate panic during high-stress anomaly overrides.

* Sustainable Capital & Milestone Integrity: Maximising time optimisation, preserving workforce stability, and securing milestone delivery through job-preserving, symbiotic human-AI collaboration across every department.

Through this advisory, organisations gain an end-to-end operational standard.

Licensed Strategy Advisor | Regulation Governance, Systems Architecture & Organisational Flow Advising enterprise, government, and public sector leadership globally on regulatory policy, non-invasive systems integration, and human-in-the-loop op... Show more

Soy un desarrollador de software, profesional en ciberseguridad certificado por Google y Delegado de Protección de Datos (DPO). Fundador de 593Softech y creador de Market Mundi, una plataforma SaaS enfocada en solucionar necesidades reales de las empresas mediante tecnología.

Mi experiencia combina desarrollo de software, arquitectura, ciberseguridad y protección de datos. Me apasiona transformar conceptos como Privacy by Design y Security by Design en soluciones reales, demostrando que la seguridad y la privacidad no deben añadirse al final de un proyecto, sino construirse desde la primera línea de código.

Busco compartir experiencias, casos reales y buenas prácticas que ayuden a otros desarrolladores a crear tecnología innovadora, segura y responsable frente a los nuevos desafíos de la nube y la inteligencia artificial.

Soy un desarrollador de software, profesional en ciberseguridad certificado por Google y Delegado de Protección de Datos (DPO). Fundador de 593Softech y creador de Market Mundi, una plataforma SaaS enfocada en solucionar necesidades reales de las emp... Show more

Akinyode Ojumoola (Jumie) is a full-stack engineer who started as a medical physicist doing clinical work in radiation therapy before moving into software engineering. That background shapes how she approaches research software engineering: turning rigorous, domain-specific requirements into systems people can actually trust. She's part of the FHIR community in Australia, where she contributes to one of their working groups, and has shipped production systems, including a state-level digital tax platform for Enugu State. She spoke at DevFest Enugu 2025.

Akinyode Ojumoola (Jumie) is a full-stack engineer who started as a medical physicist doing clinical work in radiation therapy before moving into software engineering. That background shapes how she approaches research software engineering: turning r... Show more

Technology has changed my life, and I'm passionate about helping others unlock the same opportunities.

I have experience as a Security & Compliance Associate Consultant at ThreatScape and previously at Advania UK, where I worked with organisations to strengthen their cybersecurity, protect data, and navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape.

Over the past few years, I've combined hands-on consulting experience with a passion for public speaking, delivering sessions at TEDx, NDC conferences, and Manchester Metropolitan University's Business School Entrepreneur Society.

My talks explore cybersecurity, AI, security architecture, technology careers, and the societal impact of emerging technologies. I enjoy turning complex topics into engaging conversations that resonate with both technical and non-technical audiences.

I'm particularly passionate about increasing representation in technology and inspiring more women to pursue careers in the industry.

Technology has changed my life, and I'm passionate about helping others unlock the same opportunities. I have experience as a Security & Compliance Associate Consultant at ThreatScape and previously at Advania UK, where I worked with organisations... Show more

Jorge Sánchez López es CEO de Mobiliza Consulting & Academy, speaker, asesor en gobernanza de inteligencia artificial, ciberseguridad y transformación organizativa, y profesional especializado en ayudar a organizaciones a tomar mejores decisiones en entornos complejos.

Cuenta con más de 35 años de experiencia profesional en proyectos de tecnología, transformación y gestión, trabajando con organizaciones de diferentes sectores y acompañando a equipos, directivos y organizaciones en procesos de cambio.

Su trabajo actual se sitúa en la intersección entre inteligencia artificial, gobierno, riesgo, ciberseguridad y capacidad de decisión .

Es especialista en ISO/IEC 42001, ISO/IEC 27001 y ENS , además de contar con experiencia en marcos de gestión y transformación como ITIL, PRINCE2 y Agile.

Es fundador de Agile DISruptivo (ADIS) , evento internacional dedicado a la evolución de las organizaciones y las nuevas formas de trabajo.

En los últimos años ha centrado su trabajo intelectual en una cuestión que considera fundamental para las organizaciones que incorporan inteligencia artificial:

La tecnología puede acelerar una decisión, pero no puede corregir por sí sola un sistema de decisión mal diseñado.

A partir de esta idea desarrolla Arquitectura de Decisión® , una línea de pensamiento que analiza cómo las organizaciones generan, degradan, capturan y pierden capacidad de decisión.

Sus ponencias combinan experiencia profesional, casos reales, pensamiento crítico y herramientas prácticas. Su objetivo no es presentar la tecnología como solución universal, sino ayudar a entender qué cambia realmente cuando una organización introduce nuevas tecnologías, nuevos riesgos y nuevas formas de decidir.

Habla sobre gobernanza de IA, inteligencia artificial responsable, ciberseguridad, riesgo, transformación organizativa, liderazgo y arquitectura de decisiones.

Jorge Sánchez López es CEO de Mobiliza Consulting & Academy, speaker, asesor en gobernanza de inteligencia artificial, ciberseguridad y transformación organizativa, y profesional especializado en ayudar a organizaciones a tomar mejores decisiones e... Show more

John Kwarsick is a cybersecurity and AI governance researcher focused on the human governance layer of increasingly autonomous systems. His 14-paper research program examines AI adoption failure, agentic governance, decision infrastructure, supervisory capacity, human-AI collaboration, and preservation of professional judgment. He created THE WHEEL Framework™ and WHEEL OS™ to evaluate whether organizations can adopt, supervise, and govern AI under operational pressure. John previously served as Director of Digital Sales for Security at Microsoft and led IoT security sales for Check Point. He speaks nationally and internationally on AI governance, human oversight, and enterprise readiness.

John Kwarsick is a cybersecurity and AI governance researcher focused on the human governance layer of increasingly autonomous systems. His 14-paper research program examines AI adoption failure, agentic governance, decision infrastructure, superviso... Show more

I am a professional with experience across software engineering, mission-critical ICT operations, and consulting, including 8–10 years focused on governance, risk, compliance, and audit. I partner with senior stakeholders to implement and assess security frameworks aligned with ISO 27001, NIS2, EU AI Act, and ISO 42001, supporting regulatory compliance and business objectives. I have led cross-functional initiatives in third-party risk management and M&A security, improving risk visibility and integration timelines across global environments.

I am a professional with experience across software engineering, mission-critical ICT operations, and consulting, including 8–10 years focused on governance, risk, compliance, and audit. I partner with senior stakeholders to implement and assess secu... Show more

Josh Hankins is a cybersecurity executive, practitioner, and speaker with more than three decades of IT experience and more than two decades focused on cybersecurity. His background spans network engineering, security architecture, incident response, vulnerability management, DevSecOps, cloud security, cyber risk, and security leadership.

Josh has served in senior leadership and advisory roles including Director of Security & Incident Response, Field CISO/Field CTSO Americas, and Consulting CISO. He is currently Founder and Principal Consultant at Firesteel Advisory Group, where he helps organizations translate technical security challenges into practical business decisions.

Josh regularly presents at cybersecurity and technology conferences across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, including Security BSides, Queen City Con, SecTor, OWASP, and Conf42. He holds the CISSP, GPCS, GMON, and GMOB certifications.

Josh Hankins is a cybersecurity executive, practitioner, and speaker with more than three decades of IT experience and more than two decades focused on cybersecurity. His background spans network engineering, security architecture, incident response,... Show more

Kannan Murugapandian is an open-source developer and competitive programmer specializing in algorithmic optimization. A speaker at the FOSSASIA Summit 2026 and Open Source Summit India 2026, he also developed LeginAI, an asynchronous multi-LLM legal reasoning system. His competitive record includes a Third Degree Diploma from the NSU, a medal at the National Olympiad in Informatics (NOI), among others. Kannan focuses on deploying lightweight, scalable AI architectures to solve complex real-world problems.

Kannan Murugapandian is an open-source developer and competitive programmer specializing in algorithmic optimization. A speaker at the FOSSASIA Summit 2026 and Open Source Summit India 2026, he also developed LeginAI, an asynchronous multi-LLM legal ... Show more

Investigador especializado en CTI con experiencia en análisis de amenazas cibernéticas. Ha trabajado para el sector público y privado en proyectos de ciberseguridad, integración de CTI y adopción de IA. Posee experiencia en buenas prácticas, guías, normas y estándares internacionales de ciberseguridad y CTI, incluyendo, pero no limitándose a, MITRE ATT&CK y D3FEND. También desarrolló actividades como docente e instructor en FFSS, docente en universidades (UNLP, Siglo 21, UGR y USI), y ha participado como speaker en eventos como COIPREF 2025 y Córdoba Cybersecurity Conference 2026.

Investigador especializado en CTI con experiencia en análisis de amenazas cibernéticas. Ha trabajado para el sector público y privado en proyectos de ciberseguridad, integración de CTI y adopción de IA. Posee experiencia en buenas prácticas, guías, n... Show more

Donatas Statulevičius is Sales Director at OIXIO Lithuania, driving growth across ERP, cybersecurity, IT services, advisory, and software solutions. His career spans law, technology, and business, giving him a unique perspective on how organizations evaluate and invest in digital transformation.

Alongside leading commercial initiatives, Donatas is actively involved in developing partner ecosystems and growing Onederful, a Business Central-based lease accounting software brand of OIXIO.

Having worked with hundreds of organizations across different industries, he is passionate about value-based selling, business transformation, and helping customers navigate complex technology decisions. His sessions combine practical lessons from real customer engagements, competitive ERP opportunities, and building technology businesses in a rapidly evolving market.

Donatas Statulevičius is Sales Director at OIXIO Lithuania, driving growth across ERP, cybersecurity, IT services, advisory, and software solutions. His career spans law, technology, and business, giving him a unique perspective on how organizations ... Show more