Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

A roster of manufacturing and materials specialists at the forefront of innovation in the production and utilization of industrial materials

Xinkuan Yeh

Xinkuan Yeh

Staff Engineer at Delta Electronics with 12+ years of experience specializing in secure, scalable enterprise platforms for digital transformation. Expert in cloud migration, legacy modernization, and hybrid infrastructure (Data Management, Hybrid Cloud, Kubernetes).

Staff Engineer at Delta Electronics with 12+ years of experience specializing in secure, scalable enterprise platforms for digital transformation. Expert in cloud migration, legacy modernization, and hybrid infrastructure (Data Management, Hybrid Clo... Show more

Alagar raja Govindasamy

Alagar raja Govindasamy

Alagar Raja Govindasamy is a visionary engineering executive with over 22 years of experience leading innovation, R&D, and product development in the automotive and HVAC electronics industries. Renowned for his ability to merge AI/ML technologies with practical engineering solutions, he has consistently delivered transformative results across global operations.
Currently serving as Senior Manager of Electronics (Global) – R&D at Dorman, Alagar spearheads initiatives in Model-Based Design (MBD), AI-driven reverse engineering, and ADAS sensor technologies, driving up to 95% improvement in quality and 40% reduction in design cycles. His leadership extends to establishing world-class engineering centers, managing global teams, and developing proof-of-concept tools that enhance connectivity and streamline product lifecycles.
Throughout his career at Dorman, he has held progressive leadership roles from Director of Electronics (Global) to Engineering Leader, where he led new product development for critical automotive systems, including electronic power steering, climate control, and smart vehicle interfaces, generating over $100M in revenue.
Earlier, Alagar held key technical and managerial positions at Bosch, Trane, Visteon, and Mindstorm, where he built test automation labs, led complex validation projects, and developed embedded systems for global OEMs.
A PMP-certified professional, Alagar also holds certifications in Artificial Intelligence for Business Strategy, Six Sigma Green Belt, and ASQ Software Testing and Project Management. Recognized multiple times for leadership and innovation, he is celebrated for establishing Dorman’s world-class design center and delivering safety-critical products to the market.
Alagar earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics from Madurai Kamaraj University, India.

Alagar Raja Govindasamy is a visionary engineering executive with over 22 years of experience leading innovation, R&D, and product development in the automotive and HVAC electronics industries. Renowned for his ability to merge AI/ML technologies wit... Show more

Deepak Agarwal

Deepak Agarwal

Seasoned technologist in AI and Cloud, simplifying emerging AI trends with actionable insights and enterprise results. A frequent speaker delivering talks that connect with leaders, developers, and future innovators through real-world stories and product experience.

Seasoned technologist in AI and Cloud, simplifying emerging AI trends with actionable insights and enterprise results. A frequent speaker delivering talks that connect with leaders, developers, and future innovators through real-world stories and pro... Show more

Olayiwola Odunsi

Olayiwola Odunsi

Olayiwola is a full stack software engineer at penciledge. He is a curious person who enjoys exploring latest software technologies and mashing them up to create something cool.

Olayiwola is a full stack software engineer at penciledge. He is a curious person who enjoys exploring latest software technologies and mashing them up to create something cool. Show more

Bobby Small

Bobby Small

I thrive on community and Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform has a great one! Now it is my pleasure to support the community 💯in my role as a Community Strategy Director at DUG (Dynamics User Group)!

I am a versatile professional who encourages collaboration, delivers creative and effective solutions (What I call noodling😀). My natural high-energy approach smashed together with varied experience in IT, communication, marketing, business analysis, and project management is a strong foundation for any new challenge. I am passionate about building community, strong relationships, providing excellent customer service, and supporting the growth and success of my peers.

I thrive on community and Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform has a great one! Now it is my pleasure to support the community 💯in my role as a Community Strategy Director at DUG (Dynamics User Group)! I am a versatile professional who encou... Show more

Srinivasan Narayanan

Srinivasan Narayanan

My name is Srinivasan Narayanan, and I am a seasoned Supply Chain and Manufacturing IT Leader with 24 years of extensive experience in the IT industry. I have worked with several Fortune 500 companies across the US, Europe, Japan, and Asia. My areas of expertise include Supply Chain Management, Material Planning, Manufacturing, Costing, and Maintenance, with a strong focus on Oracle applications.

I am currently serving as the Oracle Cloud Solution Delivery Lead at Milwaukee Tool, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. I am writing to express my interest in judging opportunities.

Peer Reviewed IEEE RCSM2025 Conference
IEEE Senior Member

Professional Member, Institute of Science & Technology (UK)

Published the following research papers:

Automating Supply Chain Processes Using Oracle Orchestrator and EDI Integration (Accepted in IEEE Conference)

Enhancing Order Scheduling Efficiency with Packaging Lead Time in Oracle E-Business Suites Implementation

Transforming Preventive Maintenance Operations Through Oracle Cloud Maintenance Automation

Machine Learning for Enhancing Customer Experience in E-Commerce Platforms (Accepted in IEEE Conference)

My name is Srinivasan Narayanan, and I am a seasoned Supply Chain and Manufacturing IT Leader with 24 years of extensive experience in the IT industry. I have worked with several Fortune 500 companies across the US, Europe, Japan, and Asia. My areas ... Show more

Martin Brunke

Martin Brunke

Martin Brunke delivers powerful presentations that transcend traditional leadership insights, drawing on over two decades of experience coaching major college football and leading complex business transformations. He challenges organizations to cultivate the "Tom Brady Mindset"—a system he’s uniquely engineered and proven to instill—resulting in teams and leaders who operate with the unflappable confidence, profound trust, and crystal-clear clarity essential for today's complex demands. Martin's extensive background building and scaling PMOs underscores his ability to translate this system into practical, strategic impact, providing a tangible pathway for organizations of all sizes to achieve real agility and consistently turn uncertainty into opportunity.

Martin Brunke delivers powerful presentations that transcend traditional leadership insights, drawing on over two decades of experience coaching major college football and leading complex business transformations. He challenges organizations to culti... Show more

Venkata Naga Pidatala

Venkata Naga Pidatala

I’m an analytical and results-driven Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, networking systems, and observability engineering. My work spans across C, C++, Go, and Python, with a deep focus on Azure networking, eBPF, Kubernetes, and performance benchmarking.

At Microsoft, I work on Windows Container Networking and Retina Data Path Observability, where I lead large-scale performance benchmarking efforts and integrate Cilium-based eBPF observability on Windows. I’ve contributed to the eBPF-for-Windows open-source project and led the deployment of the Azure Dependency Agent across multiple global regions—enhancing reliability, efficiency, and customer experience for Azure Monitor and VM Insights.

Before joining Microsoft, I worked at Cisco Systems, where I implemented high-availability networking solutions (In-Service Software Upgrades) and developed GRPC-based CLI frameworks to improve visibility and management across distributed systems. Earlier in my career, I interned at Juniper Networks and Versa Networks, where I built automation frameworks, real-time communication features, and pub-sub IPC models for core network components.

Outside of work, I’m passionate about giving back to the tech community. I’ve served as a hackathon judge and mentor at events such as Tidal Hacks, Uncommon Hacks, Diamond Hacks, and Hackabyte, where I enjoy mentoring student developers and evaluating innovative solutions in AI, networking, and cloud technologies.

I hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California (USC) and am currently pursuing a Postgraduate Program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the University of Texas at Austin, focusing on machine learning, NLP, and deep learning.

I’m an analytical and results-driven Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, networking systems, and observability engineering. My work spans across C, C++, Go, and Python, with a deep focus on Azure networking, eBP... Show more

Jospin Aime Acquilas Zeppio

Jospin Aime Acquilas Zeppio

Pavement Engineer

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Jeff Hayes

Jeff Hayes

Jeff Hayes is a leadership and team development coach who helps leaders and teams think clearly, collaborate effectively, and navigate complexity with confidence.

With roots in software engineering and decades of experience in coaching and organizational systems, Jeff brings a warm, human-centered approach to improving team dynamics, leadership behaviors, and modern ways of working — including the evolving role of AI in collaboration.

He contributes to the Agile Coaching Growth Wheel community, co-hosts coaching circles, and speaks internationally about leadership clarity, dynamic teaming, and creating environments where people do their best work.

Jeff Hayes is a leadership and team development coach who helps leaders and teams think clearly, collaborate effectively, and navigate complexity with confidence. With roots in software engineering and decades of experience in coaching and organiz... Show more

Christopher Watson

Christopher Watson

Chris has worked with Microsoft Teams since 2017 and has architected and overseen deployments of Teams in Healthcare, Education, Financial, and Manufacturing for the majority of his Teams career.

Chris has worked with Microsoft Teams since 2017 and has architected and overseen deployments of Teams in Healthcare, Education, Financial, and Manufacturing for the majority of his Teams career. Show more

Amar Chheda

Amar Chheda

Amar Chheda is an AI/ML engineer solving hard problems in the real world — from DeepFake detection and manufacturing vision systems to AI-driven cybersecurity. He brings deep technical expertise alongside a strong community ethos as the organiser behind AI Camp Atlanta, which has grown to over 4,000 members through hands-on meetups, hackathons, and industry panels.

Amar’s approach is refreshingly grounded: no hype, just clarity, execution, and impact. He’s spoken at conferences, mentored at hackathons, and actively collaborates with universities, tech communities, and industry leaders to make AI more accessible and actionable for professionals. Whether he’s building production-ready AI pipelines or helping others explore their first agent use case, Amar’s north star is always the same — using AI in service of real problems and real people.

Amar Chheda is an AI/ML engineer solving hard problems in the real world — from DeepFake detection and manufacturing vision systems to AI-driven cybersecurity. He brings deep technical expertise alongside a strong community ethos as the organiser beh... Show more

Alex Wolf

Alex Wolf

Alex is a Systemic Engineer from Cologne, Germany in their 30s.

They have extensive experience designing complex distributed systems, complex team topologies, and care deeply about the human component in tech. They are always looking for ways to create a more inclusive, psychological safe, and productive work environment, all to enable engineers to become the best versions of themselves. In the past decade they successfully worked as a colleague to, manager of, and mentor for many engineers and stakeholders.

Alex is a Systemic Engineer from Cologne, Germany in their 30s. They have extensive experience designing complex distributed systems, complex team topologies, and care deeply about the human component in tech. They are always looking for ways to c... Show more

Pradeep Rao Vennamaneni

Pradeep Rao Vennamaneni

Pradeep Rao Vennamaneni is a distinguished technology innovator and Staff Software Engineer at Inovalon, specializing in Generative AI, applied machine learning, and large-scale data architecture. He leads initiatives that integrate advanced AI models into enterprise and healthcare systems, transforming complex data into intelligent, actionable insights. With a proven record in building ethical, scalable, and human-centered AI solutions, Pradeep is recognized for driving innovation that bridges technical excellence with societal impact. His expertise spans AI integration strategy, data-driven transformation, and cloud-scale system design. Passionate about shaping the future of responsible AI, he is dedicated to advancing global innovation where intelligent systems empower people, organizations, and sustainable progress.

Pradeep Rao Vennamaneni is a distinguished technology innovator and Staff Software Engineer at Inovalon, specializing in Generative AI, applied machine learning, and large-scale data architecture. He leads initiatives that integrate advanced AI model... Show more

Fatuma Abdullahi

Fatuma Abdullahi

Fatuma Abdullahi is a software developer with a front-end focus and an a11y advocate. She comes to tech from a business background and runs a YouTube channel and blog dedicated to learning in public.

Fatuma Abdullahi is a software developer with a front-end focus and an a11y advocate. She comes to tech from a business background and runs a YouTube channel and blog dedicated to learning in public. Show more

Mariano Martinez Melo

Mariano Martinez Melo

I was born in Argentina and then moved to Chile, I'm a Principal Solution Manager leading and implementing Dynamics 365 FO solutions for 11 years in several countries.
In 2024 I was awarded as Microsoft MVP for Business Applications for my contributions to the community.
FO Certified Solution Architect and passionate about the Dynamics 365 ecosystem.
I'm Co-Author of the book: Becoming a Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate, to help others optimize and implement Dynamics 365 supply chain management.
Blog writer and speaker. Currently, I'm an MCT who works on training teams in FO.

I was born in Argentina and then moved to Chile, I'm a Principal Solution Manager leading and implementing Dynamics 365 FO solutions for 11 years in several countries. In 2024 I was awarded as Microsoft MVP for Business Applications for my contribut... Show more

Ferhat Oender

Ferhat Oender

Ferhat took over numerous international warehouse software & planning projects since 2006. More than 10 years of leadership responsibility in warehousing units followed. In 2021 he joined SIEVERS-GROUP to further develop a holistic WMS experience: SIEVERS WMS.

Ferhat took over numerous international warehouse software & planning projects since 2006. More than 10 years of leadership responsibility in warehousing units followed. In 2021 he joined SIEVERS-GROUP to further develop a holistic WMS experience: SI... Show more

Kevin Lam

Kevin Lam

Kevin's 25+ year tenure at Microsoft has been dedicated to integration solutions and products. Continuing on that journey he is now focused on cloud middleware and real-time streaming leading Microsoft's Azure Messaging services which includes Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Hubs, Azure Event Grid, Azure Relay and Azure Stream Analytics.

Kevin's 25+ year tenure at Microsoft has been dedicated to integration solutions and products. Continuing on that journey he is now focused on cloud middleware and real-time streaming leading Microsoft's Azure Messaging services which includes Azure ... Show more

Alex Lucaci

Alex Lucaci

Passionate about technology and design, I develop open hardware for 3D printers. For the last few years, I have mentored the Clockworks robotics team, sharing my programming expertise while gaining extensive experience in CAD and 3D printing.

Passionate about technology and design, I develop open hardware for 3D printers. For the last few years, I have mentored the Clockworks robotics team, sharing my programming expertise while gaining extensive experience in CAD and 3D printing. Show more

Sai Penumuru

Sai Penumuru

Sai Penumuru is a Technology leader and Principal Director at Accenture, where he spearheads Oracle Cloud growth and transformation across the EMEA region. With more than 23 years of deep enterprise experience, Sai partners with clients to drive innovation, streamline hybrid and multicloud architectures, and unlock tangible business value through next-gen cloud solutions.

A recognised Oracle ACE Director, Sai is also the Co-founder and President of the All India Oracle Users Group (AIOUG), one of the largest and most dynamic Oracle communities worldwide. His commitment to advancing the Oracle ecosystem is rooted in a mission to empower professionals, shape best practices, and champion the future of cloud-first strategies.

Sai is renowned globally for his thought leadership and technical excellence, having delivered over 150+ keynotes and sessions at leading technology conferences. His areas of expertise include Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, multicloud architectures, performance engineering, and digital modernisation.

His contributions have earned prestigious accolades, including Distinguished Cloud Architect of the Year (2024) and multiple nominations as a Finalist for the OCI Excellence Award – Cloud Architect of the Year (2022, 2023, 2025).

Relentlessly driven by impact, Sai continues to bridge the gap between technology and business outcomes—transforming ideas into scalable, future-ready cloud solutions.

Sai Penumuru is a Technology leader and Principal Director at Accenture, where he spearheads Oracle Cloud growth and transformation across the EMEA region. With more than 23 years of deep enterprise experience, Sai partners with clients to drive inno... Show more

Danny Page

Danny Page

Danny Page is a cybersecurity professional with a practical edge. Currently pursuing the last year of his Bachelor's in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University, he brings real-world insight from his role as a Cloud Support Specialist at Fishbowl. Danny has a concentration in Blue Team operations and GRC, blending technical knowledge with a strong service mindset. His background spans customer support, product integration, and post-deployment troubleshooting—giving him a deep understanding of how security impacts end users and daily operations.

Certified with SSCP, CompTIA Project+, Security+, Network+, A+, Linux Essentials, and ITIL Foundation, Danny pairs credentials with action. As a Simply Cyber Local Ambassador for Utah’s Wasatch Front, he’s dedicated to building a strong community, sharing knowledge, and helping others break into the field.

Danny Page is a cybersecurity professional with a practical edge. Currently pursuing the last year of his Bachelor's in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University, he brings real-world insight from his role as a Cloud Sup... Show more

Juan Bravo Vargas

Juan Bravo Vargas

Microsoft Certified Trainer, Certified Educator & Microsoft Dynamics 365 Solution Architect

Microsoft Certified Trainer, Certified Educator & Microsoft Dynamics 365 Solution Architect Show more

Ashwin Kathaperumal

Ashwin Kathaperumal

Ex-founder turned VC professional — sourced 300+ startups, deployed ₹3.5 Cr ($420K), and raised ₹7 Cr ($840K). I back bold ideas with founder-first insight and offer a distinct perspective from India, acting as a bridge for global ventures seeking to expand into the Indian market

I’m an ex-EV founder turned startup scout and fund manager, blending deep-tech insight with on-ground ecosystem execution.

For the past two years, I’ve served as Incubation Manager at Vishnu Foundation TBI, where I’ve sourced 100+ startups, deployed ~$500k (₹3.5 Cr) across 15 deals, and helped raise ~$900k (₹7 Cr) in government funding under national startup schemes.

Alongside fund operations, I’ve successfully onboarded 9+ investors and forged 6+ strategic partnerships with incubators, accelerators, and ecosystem enablers — expanding our funding network and support infrastructure for startups. I also lead investment operations end-to-end: coordinating with ICs and legal teams for term sheets, managing founder communication, and tracking portfolio milestones. Additionally, I design and execute investor-facing demo days and conclaves to connect capital with innovation.

Ex-founder turned VC professional — sourced 300+ startups, deployed ₹3.5 Cr ($420K), and raised ₹7 Cr ($840K). I back bold ideas with founder-first insight and offer a distinct perspective from India, acting as a bridge for global ventures seeking to... Show more

Augusto Davalos

Augusto Davalos

I am a dynamic professional with over a decade of experience across diverse industries (Medical devices, Pharma, Software development, Rail, Banking). Throughout my career, I have excelled in enhancing processes, ensuring quality assurance, and leading complex projects. As a senior project manager, scrum master, process engineer, business analyst, and validations manager, I have demonstrated remarkable adaptability and competence. I have successfully led teams in developing and implementing websites, platforms, and applications for international clients in America, Europe, and Asia.
I am certified as a Sitecore 10 System Administrator and currently a Sitecore MVP Ambassador, my strategic approach is based on a deep understanding of client needs, alignment with organizational goals, and the ability to break down complex requirements into manageable steps.
I am committed to delivering effective solutions and fostering high team performance, consistently ensuring the achievement of project objectives and delivering substantial value.
I am very passionate to share all my expertise with beginners and intermediate knowledge people, to get them to become a part of the amazing Sitecore community.

I am a dynamic professional with over a decade of experience across diverse industries (Medical devices, Pharma, Software development, Rail, Banking). Throughout my career, I have excelled in enhancing processes, ensuring quality assurance, and leadi... Show more

David Suson

David Suson

David studies the root causes or keystones for success and achievement in the areas of Leadership, Personal Performance, Sales and Communication. He studied over 3,000 top performers to find what the best performing employees do, what the best leaders do, what the best communicators do, and what the best salespeople do. And more importantly, he discovered the roadblocks that hold people back. His analytical skills come from his degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering and his work at IBM, other tech companies, and working with clients in technology, banking, communications, healthcare, manufacturing and distribution and others. He is an expert in leadership, sales and personal development and brings his insights to you to create breakthrough solutions.

David presents over 140 times/year, has spoken to over 200,000 people in 49 states and internationally. He delivers engaging, inspiring and energetic presentations.

David studies the root causes or keystones for success and achievement in the areas of Leadership, Personal Performance, Sales and Communication. He studied over 3,000 top performers to find what the best performing employees do, what the best leade... Show more

Shubham Beldar

Shubham Beldar

Shubham Beldar is a data-driven and customer-focused Solutions Engineer with extensive expertise in supply chain management and warehouse automation. Currently serving as a Solutions Engineer for Warehouse Automation design at Symbotic LLC in Boston, he specializes in optimizing end-to-end supply chain solutions and designing logistics robotics technologies. Shubham has demonstrated exceptional results across multiple organizations, including Symbotic LLC, Americold Logistics, GreyOrange, and One H2 Inc.
His technical expertise spans supply chain automation, material handling equipment (MHE), solutions design, process optimization, mathematical modeling, and data analytics. Shubham is proficient in tools including Tableau, Power BI, MS Excel, Power Query, ERP, WMS, WES, Salesforce, JIRA, Oracle, Red Prairie, AutoCAD, and Visio. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered breakthrough results, including a 30% reduction in operational costs and a 40% increase in efficiency across Walmart Distribution Centers and other major grocery brands through the implementation of automation solutions. At GreyOrange, he supported USD 10 million ACV-generating projects while collaborating with Solution Design, Sales, and Product Teams, leading to a 20% increase in operational efficiency for clients through the implementation of robotic systems and warehouse management software. At Americold Logistics, he achieved a 15% reduction in operational costs through strategic process improvements, technology integration, and efficient resource management.
Shubham holds a Master of Science in Engineering and Operations Management from the University of New Haven, Connecticut (CGPA: 3.6), and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics Engineering from Mumbai University, India (CGPA: 3.2). His academic foundation is complemented by certifications including Lean Six Sigma white belt, Data Analytics fundamentals by AWS, and Dale Carnegie training. An active participant in the warehouse automation industry, Shubham has attended MODEX 2022, 2024, and Promat 2025, and served as a MODEX exhibitor in 2022, representing GreyOrange Inc.
Committed to promoting effective problem-solving and achieving breakthrough results, Shubham is innovative and resourceful in conceiving and implementing creative logistics solutions. He excels at managing operations and projects while consistently delivering desired results and contributing to company goals. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Shubham continues to drive efficiency and transformation in warehouse automation, leveraging his expertise in logistics robotics solutions.

Shubham Beldar is a data-driven and customer-focused Solutions Engineer with extensive expertise in supply chain management and warehouse automation. Currently serving as a Solutions Engineer for Warehouse Automation design at Symbotic LLC in Boston,... Show more

Michele D'Urzo

Michele D'Urzo

Consulente freelance (scrum, project manager, organizational change manager)
La mia passione per le continue sfide tecnologiche parte da una formazione umanistica.
Dopo aver trascorso 10 anni nella Marina Militare, ho continuato a girare il mondo per progetti internazionali.
Appassionato di metodologie ed ingegneria del software, partecipo attivamente alla comunità Scrum ed alla divulgazione della cultura lean ed agile.

Consulente freelance (scrum, project manager, organizational change manager) La mia passione per le continue sfide tecnologiche parte da una formazione umanistica. Dopo aver trascorso 10 anni nella Marina Militare, ho continuato a girare il mondo p... Show more

Fernando Oleo Blanco

Fernando Oleo Blanco

(Spanish version below)

Fernando Oleo Blanco (Irvise on the net) is a young engineer pasionate with libre software and mechanical engineering. Currently, he is working in the energy sector, focusing mostly in the nuclear world, with projects related to fusion energy and Gen IV nuclear reactors. At an early age, his passion of libre software soon met his studies in engineering and both sides have been complementing each other ever since. The software communities he is involved mostly with are CAD/FEM/CFD software and Ada. Additionally, he is always happy to help people learn about software and spread the word on the libre philosophy. However, mechanical engineering is not all: operating systems, music, art, decentralization, rogelikes, typography and unrestricted access to information are also part of his interests.

Fernando Oleo Blanco es un joven ingeniero mecánico e industrial. Actualmente trabaja como diseñador de sistemas nucleares, tanto para reactores de IV generación como la investigación de la fusión. El mundo del software libre le apasiona y representa uno de sus mayores hobbies. Tiene especial presencia en comunidades ingenieriles y de simulación (CAD, FEM, CFD...) y en la comunidad del lenguaje de programación Ada/SPARK. Adicionalmente, Fernando es una mente inquieta a quien le apasiona la música, los rogelikes, la tipografía y la investigación.

(Spanish version below) Fernando Oleo Blanco (Irvise on the net) is a young engineer pasionate with libre software and mechanical engineering. Currently, he is working in the energy sector, focusing mostly in the nuclear world, with projects relat... Show more

Hyacinth Emmanuel

Hyacinth Emmanuel

Emmanuel Hyacinth is a dedicated tech educator and the Tech Lead of Techstars Hub, a non-profit organization committed to empowering the younger generation with technological skills in Lagos State, Nigeria. Born on October 27, 1991, in Anambra State, Emmanuel is the first born in a family of six, who faced early adversity with the loss of three siblings and his mother. Despite these challenges, his passion for technology was ignited at a young age when he assisted his aunt, a teacher, with tasks involving PowerPoint and MS Word, laying the foundation for his future in tech.
Initially pursuing a career as a teacher, Emmanuel's curiosity and drive led him to learn coding seven years ago. Recognizing the exponential growth of the tech industry and the scarcity of skilled manpower in his region (Nigeria), he founded Techstars Hub. This initiative aims to bridge the gap in tech education in underserved communities, particularly where access to technology is limited. Under his leadership, Techstars Hub has grown from a small group of five students to a thriving community that now impacts numerous young minds.
By leveraging open source tools and resources, Emmanuel has overcome significant barriers—such as limited access to laptops, unreliable electricity, and the challenge of balancing tech classes with regular schoolwork—to provide high-quality education in areas like cybersecurity, graphics designing, frontend and backend development, and more. His work not only makes tech education accessible but also aligns with the principles of open source: collaboration, accessibility, and community building.
In his presentation, Emmanuel will share his journey and the transformative power of open source in education, joined by some of his students who will testify to how these initiatives have shaped their aspirations and careers in tech. A married father of two, Emmanuel continues to be a beacon of hope and innovation, proving that with passion and perseverance, one can turn adversity into opportunity.

Emmanuel Hyacinth is a dedicated tech educator and the Tech Lead of Techstars Hub, a non-profit organization committed to empowering the younger generation with technological skills in Lagos State, Nigeria. Born on October 27, 1991, in Anambra State,... Show more

Martin Brady

Martin Brady

Martin Brady is the Director of Business Incubation and Acceleration Initiatives at San Juan College in Farmington, NM, where he leads the Enterprise Center and Big Idea Makerspace. With an Industrial Design degree from the National College of Art and Design (Dublin) and an MBA from Virginia Commonwealth University, Martin brings deep experience in both product development and business strategy.

He previously served as Senior Director of Consumer Marketing at Hamilton Beach Brands, where he helped launch products found in millions of homes. Today, he supports makers, entrepreneurs, and inventors across the Four Corners region, guiding them from idea to impact with hands-on tools and hard-earned insight.

Martin Brady is the Director of Business Incubation and Acceleration Initiatives at San Juan College in Farmington, NM, where he leads the Enterprise Center and Big Idea Makerspace. With an Industrial Design degree from the National College of Art an... Show more

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