Russ Abrams has extensive experience leading transformation efforts across various industries, including healthcare, government, telecommunications, information systems and retail. As a consultant and trainer, he applies innovative Lean Six Sigma solutions to drive the strategy execution, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction. Russ excels at building strong teams, processes and control systems in a unique way that enables organizations to live continuous improvement, not just learn it.
Highlights
• Highly skilled deployment leader, executive coach and trainer
• Lean master and Six Sigma Master Black Belt
• High-level experience across transactional and manufacturing environments
• Created innovations in telecommunications, retail and healthcare
2014 Keynote Speaker Gemba Lean Summit, Brazil

Started a non-profit all volunteer organization building devices for people with disabilities. using the same skills for understanding the customer's needs and providing innovative solutions.

Russ Abrams has extensive experience leading transformation efforts across various industries, including healthcare, government, telecommunications, information systems and retail. As a consultant and trainer, he applies innovative Lean Six Sigma sol... Show more

Sandeep is a Mechanical Engineer turned Data Analytics engineer, specializing in using Data Science to solve Manufacturing and Product Development challenges.

Sandeep is a Mechanical Engineer turned Data Analytics engineer, specializing in using Data Science to solve Manufacturing and Product Development challenges. Show more

Hi My name is William McLendon, I'm an Microsoft Business Applications MVP, and a AI Business Process Solution Engineer within the SLG and Higher Education with Microsoft, I have over ten years of experience supporting business objectives through information technology, My role at Microsoft is focused on helping our customers by digitally transforming their business processes with PowerApps.

Hi My name is William McLendon, I'm an Microsoft Business Applications MVP, and a AI Business Process Solution Engineer within the SLG and Higher Education with Microsoft, I have over ten years of experience supporting business objectives through inf... Show more

Brackly Murunga is a Machine learning researcher with a professional background in applied data science and machine learning with a career spanning half a decade in multiple industries including Tech, FMCG and Fintech.

He was the Lead AI/ML Engineer at Phindor LTD before transitioning to BAT Kenya as a data scientist. He currently is a portfolio data scientist at M-KOPA.

Brackly Murunga is a Machine learning researcher with a professional background in applied data science and machine learning with a career spanning half a decade in multiple industries including Tech, FMCG and Fintech. He was the Lead AI/ML Engine... Show more

I’m Daniel Jermaine, an experienced iOS software developer with years of expertise in creating innovative applications. I’ve built a variety of projects, including the first MVP for Sheltera, an AI-driven software that saves power companies $400,000 annually. I also developed a complex bioresonance app using Bluetooth for healing and an NGO social app that grew to over one million users.

As a winner of the TOn blockchain iOS competition, I’m passionate about mentoring junior developers through platforms like Swift Mentors. I also mentor UI/UX designers at major conferences, such as Untitled Designers, sharing insights and guidance. I believe in sharing knowledge and empowering the tech community through both my work and mentorship.

I’m Daniel Jermaine, an experienced iOS software developer with years of expertise in creating innovative applications. I’ve built a variety of projects, including the first MVP for Sheltera, an AI-driven software that saves power companies $400,000 ... Show more

Mishaal is a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, pentesting, privacy, Open Source Intelligence and social engineering and a frequent speaker on these topics at Universities and popular cybersecurity conferences like DEF CON, Black Hat, Wild West Hackin Fest, TEDx, and multiple BSides Security events.

Mishaal has worked with multinational companies for over 20 years, securing their networks and providing executive level consultancy as a CISO to manage risk and avoid breaches. He's the author of the book; The Phantom CISO, runs a cybersecurity practice as a vCISO and owns a privacy management and investigations firm.

Mishaal is a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, pentesting, privacy, Open Source Intelligence and social engineering and a frequent speaker on these topics at Universities and popular cybersecurity conferences like DEF CON, Black Hat, Wild West ... Show more

26 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SUCCESSFUL IT LEADERSHIP • DATA MANAGEMENT & ARCHITECTURE •
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ANALYTICS & REPORTING • AGILE AND PREDICTIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT

EDUCATION
• MS, Computer Science, Honors, Wayne State University, 2006-2008
• Master's in Health Services Administration - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2017-2020)
• MS in Analytics and Data Science (In Progress), Georgia Tech 2021-2026
• BE in Electronics & Telecommunications, IIEST, 1994-1998
• Chief Technology Officer Certificate Program from Wharton Executive Education, June 2023-May 2024

Certification
• Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure for SAP Workloads Specialty
• Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate

• Databricks certified Data Engineer Professional
• Databricks certified Data Engineer Associate
• Databricks certified Data Analyst Associate
• Databricks certified GenAI Engineer Associate
• Databricks certified Machine Learning Engineer Associate
• Databricks certified Machine Learning Engineer Professional
• Databricks certified solution architect essentials

26 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SUCCESSFUL IT LEADERSHIP • DATA MANAGEMENT & ARCHITECTURE • BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ANALYTICS & REPORTING • AGILE AND PREDICTIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT EDUCATION • MS, Computer Science, Honors, Wayne State University, 2006-20... Show more

As a Subject Matter Expert, I bring domain-spanning knowledge with strong interdisciplinary problem-solving capabilities in frontend development, distributed systems, data analytics, cloud architecture, and system reliability. My focus lies in leveraging intelligent agents, advanced developer tooling, and GPU-accelerated platforms to build true scalable, self-adaptive systems.

This includes designing solutions that emphasize reliability, security, self-isolation, and infrastructure-as-code principles, using custom-defined resources and declarative stateful mapping. I apply practices from AIOps, MLOps, DevSecOps, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) to ensure operational excellence and long-term maintainability.

I have extensive experience implementing near real-time metrics, telemetry, and event tracking pipelines, processing terabytes of data across diverse environments. My background includes architecting distributed computing systems capable of handling large-scale data workloads with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and fault tolerance.

In the banking and finance domain, I have developed software centered on reactive streams, performance analytics, resilient event handling, and interactive dashboards. In the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors, I’ve contributed to Manufacturing Execution System (MES) platforms aligned with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. Additionally, I’ve supported robotics and automation solutions for microchip fabrication (CPU, NAND), including FOUP transport and management systems, with deep technical expertise in SECS and HSMS protocols.

As a Subject Matter Expert, I bring domain-spanning knowledge with strong interdisciplinary problem-solving capabilities in frontend development, distributed systems, data analytics, cloud architecture, and system reliability. My focus lies in levera... Show more

Experienced MS Dynamics 365 Business Central Practice Lead with 15+ years of expertise in implementation, upgrades, integrations, and support development projects. Proven success across diverse domains, including Trading, NGOs, Manufacturing, IT, Financial Services, Banking, and Automobile industries. Adept at delivering solutions across multiple geographies, including Australia, the USA, GCC, the UK, and Europe.

Experienced MS Dynamics 365 Business Central Practice Lead with 15+ years of expertise in implementation, upgrades, integrations, and support development projects. Proven success across diverse domains, including Trading, NGOs, Manufacturing, IT, Fin... Show more

As the Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption, Activation, and Deployment Leader at EY Americas, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation is at the core of my responsibilities. With a focus on strategy execution, I facilitate widespread adoption and maximize the utility of Microsoft 365, ensuring our cross-functional teams are engaged and the value of collaborative technologies is fully leveraged.

My tenure as a 10-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in M365 Copilot and Microsoft Viva underscores my commitment to community leadership and sharing best practices in technology use. The ability to navigate and influence digital transformation empowers our strategic relationship with Microsoft, enriching our go-to-market strategies and enhancing program management through top-to-top collaborative endeavors.

As the Microsoft 365 Copilot Adoption, Activation, and Deployment Leader at EY Americas, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation is at the core of my responsibilities. With a focus on strategy execution, I facilitate widespread a... Show more

Over 7 years of experience working with Microsoft Power Platform and Azure Integration Services in different roles, from Functional/Technical Consultant to Solution Architect and Technical Lead. Currently, I work as a Power Platform & Azure Integration developer in digitalization projects implementing solutions based on Power Platform, Azure Integration Services and Microsoft 365.
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Over 7 years of experience working with Microsoft Power Platform and Azure Integration Services in different roles, from Functional/Technical Consultant to Solution Architect and Technical Lead. Currently, I work as a Power Platform & Azure Integrati... Show more

I am Lead Software Architect at the Schunk Group and design modern, scalable software solutions that address complex requirements in industry and business.

With my many years of experience in software development and architecture, my focus is on .NET technologies, cloud solutions with Microsoft Azure, and the development of powerful web applications. Since 2020, I have been recognized as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for IoT and AI – a recognition of my deep expertise and commitment to the international developer community.

My passion is combining stable software architecture and modern cloud technologies to create solutions that are reliable, secure, and sustainable. I work with great teams who use their creativity and professionalism to implement new ideas and thus create real added value for our customers.

👉 My goal: to combine technical excellence with practical solutions – for future-proof software and successful digital transformation.

I am Lead Software Architect at the Schunk Group and design modern, scalable software solutions that address complex requirements in industry and business. With my many years of experience in software development and architecture, my focus is on .... Show more

Oluwasegun Adeniyi Adedigba is a cloud software engineer with a strong background in building and managing secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. With extensive experience in AWS, he has implemented solutions involving networking, virtualization, containerization, and serverless architectures. His interests span serverless, event-driven architecture, CAD, CAM, CAE, and robotics. He is 5x AWS Certified and 1x Hashicorp Certified. He is an AWS Community Builder in the AWS Serverless Category. Oluwasegun Adedigba is also a Mechanical Engineer. His hobbies include playing football and basketball.

Oluwasegun Adeniyi Adedigba is a cloud software engineer with a strong background in building and managing secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. With extensive experience in AWS, he has implemented solutions involving networking, virtualization, co... Show more

Growing up in ops doing server deployment and automation predating vbscript, life changed during vacation on the lovely island Koster in Sweden. The Phoenix project made things clear. Nowadays he helps customers, teams and colleges with anything from communication, delivery pipelines, PowerShell, things as code and some organisational changes.

Growing up in ops doing server deployment and automation predating vbscript, life changed during vacation on the lovely island Koster in Sweden. The Phoenix project made things clear. Nowadays he helps customers, teams and colleges with anything from... Show more

I help people build the skills that matter most: communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership.

Communicating clearly, handling conflict, navigating feedback conversations—these aren't just helpful workplace skills. They're required life skills. And I've made it my mission to teach them in ways that are engaging, relatable, and that drive measurable change.

I'm a lifelong learner and a firm believer in having a growth mindset. To me, personal and professional growth come from the same place: a genuine desire to understand ourselves and others more deeply. My passion is taking what I learn through research and experience and sharing it in ways that help others grow as individuals, leaders, and teams.

I've delivered training for 1,500+ professionals across the U.S. and internationally, and spoken at conferences including Worthington Steel’s LEARN & LEAD Conferences (2020, 2023, 2025) and WitCon (2025). My teaching style is relatable, down-to-earth, and focused on making complex topics feel accessible. For more, visit my company website at www.questinginsight.com.

I help people build the skills that matter most: communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership. Communicating clearly, handling conflict, navigating feedback conversations—these aren't just helpful workplace skills. They're required life s... Show more

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecurity, he has led enterprise programs across both civilian and defense contracting environments. Elliott brings a strategic, systems-level approach to helping organizations anticipate risk, align with regulatory expectations, and build resilient, threat-informed security practices.

Elliott Mattice is the founder of Exprima Digital Consulting, where he advises organizations on scalable cybersecurity, GRC strategies, and geopolitical threat integration. With over 20 years of cross-sector experience in IT operations and cybersecur... Show more

Microsoft MVP & MVS. Apasionado por la tecnología, iniciándome en el mundo de la programación como hobby con calculadoras programables en el año 1982... Trabajando con Microsoft CRM desde el año 2004, evolucionando hacia el mundo Microsoft 365 y la Power Platform. Cofundador de la primera iniciativa de comercialización en España de Microsoft Dynamics CRM como servicio, con la versión 4.0, bajo el nombre comercial CRM Dinámico.

Microsoft MVP & MVS. Apasionado por la tecnología, iniciándome en el mundo de la programación como hobby con calculadoras programables en el año 1982... Trabajando con Microsoft CRM desde el año 2004, evolucionando hacia el mundo Microsoft 365 y la P... Show more

Mehdi is a senior software developer and system architect. Since 2000, he has been responsible for the design, implementation, and development of several different systems in the field of office automation, CRM, healthcare management, and automation in industry and logistics solutions. Mehdi specifically works in the field of software development based on .NET technology. Mehdi is a staunch fan of object-oriented programming. Since 2016, Mehdi has worked more or less with cloud computing systems.

Mehdi is a senior software developer and system architect. Since 2000, he has been responsible for the design, implementation, and development of several different systems in the field of office automation, CRM, healthcare management, and automation... Show more

Dag Calafell is the Director of Technology Innovation at MCA Connect, a 15x Microsoft Partner of the Year. With over 25 years in the IT industry, Dag is passionate about helping businesses overcome manufacturing and supply chain challenges and applying technology to deliver the real value for customers and employees. Dag specializes in business analysis and process improvement and is an expert in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Data/AI, and Azure technologies.

Dag Calafell is the Director of Technology Innovation at MCA Connect, a 15x Microsoft Partner of the Year. With over 25 years in the IT industry, Dag is passionate about helping businesses overcome manufacturing and supply chain challenges and applyi... Show more

Principal Consulting Manager at Zühlke, helping organizations navigate the complexity of product development for cyber-physical systems and the application of new technologies by bridging the gap between high-level strategy and execution/development by applying systems-approach.

With a background in Industrial Engineering (BSc), Product Management for Technology Products (MSc) and PhD candidate in Systems Thinking, Réka made it her mission to transform ambitious, but too high-level ideas into systems that truly create value. Her work includes industries as diverse as industrial robotics, consumer products, automotive, and energy—proving that systems thinking in product development is not just a tool but a universal language for tackling complexity. She introduces system approach already on the business level, which seamlessly can be translated to systems engineering.

At her core, she is passionate about making systems thinking accessible, practical, and downright exciting. She is here to challenge the status quo, inspire new ways of thinking, and show how embracing systems can lead to groundbreaking innovation

Principal Consulting Manager at Zühlke, helping organizations navigate the complexity of product development for cyber-physical systems and the application of new technologies by bridging the gap between high-level strategy and execution/development ... Show more

Indu Chaube is a highly accomplished software architect and visionary leader with more than a decade-long track record in software product design and development, encompassing User Interface, User Experience, and web API domains. Collaborating with industry giants like Cisco and SAMSUNG, Indu consistently delivers top-tier products known for their exceptional user experiences. Their unwavering passion for technology and commitment to innovation drive industry-leading solutions, ensuring exceptional user experiences at any scale.

Beyond their digital pursuits, Indu places a strong emphasis on work-life balance, finding tranquility in activities such as hiking and channeling creativity through poetry.

Indu Chaube is a highly accomplished software architect and visionary leader with more than a decade-long track record in software product design and development, encompassing User Interface, User Experience, and web API domains. Collaborating with i... Show more

Rakesh is an accomplished technologist and leader with over 24 years' experience in building & architecting modular Cloud ERP experiences. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and 4th time Fasttrack Recognized Solutions Architect. This is a testament to his expertise and contributions to the community in the field of business applications and low-code & no-code.

Rakesh is a Global Customer Success Architect at Tata Consultancy Services (Business Applications + Generative AI). He is responsible for designing Dynamics 365 Finance & SCM ERP, and leveraging Gen AI. He has expertise in a wide range of technologies, including Bizapps, Power Apps, and Azure.

Rakesh is passionate about leveraging Generative AI & Autonomous Agents for business applications that enhance business growth and innovation. He strongly believes in giving back to the community. He frequently shares his insights and expertise through speaking engagements, blogs, and community involvement. With his passion for empowering others, Rakesh has mentored and empowered many learners.

Rakesh is an accomplished technologist and leader with over 24 years' experience in building & architecting modular Cloud ERP experiences. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and 4th time Fasttrack Recognized Solutions Architect. This is a... Show more

Deniz "Den" Mutlu is a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, Microsoft Security MVP and Director, member of the ext-board at Swiss Post cybersecurity in Switzerland. He specializes in Blue Teaming strategies, SOC implementation, SIEM architectures, and deploying Microsoft Security solutions.

Previously, Deniz worked as a System & Network Engineer, managing various projects with Microsoft Solutions for 10 years. For nearly a decade, he has specialized in cybersecurity, consulting to improve clients' security posture and implement robust security solutions.

In 2020, Deniz joined Hacknowledge, establishing its first Microsoft Team. He is passionate about Microsoft security solutions, particularly Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel. Deniz supports clients with a practical, threat-based approach, helping them audit, configure, and improve their security environments.

Additionally, Deniz enjoys sharing his cybersecurity and Microsoft solutions expertise as a lecturer at various universities and schools.

Deniz "Den" Mutlu is a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, Microsoft Security MVP and Director, member of the ext-board at Swiss Post cybersecurity in Switzerland. He specializes in Blue Teaming strategies, SOC implementation, SIEM architectures, and dep... Show more

With over three decades of experience in business and technology transformation, Bill Ryan helps organizations align AI with real business outcomes. As a former Director of Business Programs at Microsoft and a senior leader at Avanade, Bill has led global initiatives across Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and AI adoption. Today, as the founder of Sync(d) AI, he specializes in helping organizations build scalable AI Centers of Excellence using Microsoft technologies, while keeping humans at the center of every solution.

With over three decades of experience in business and technology transformation, Bill Ryan helps organizations align AI with real business outcomes. As a former Director of Business Programs at Microsoft and a senior leader at Avanade, Bill has led g... Show more

Anna Segerström is an experienced and driven consultant with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Anna is a certified change manager and a specialist in Microsoft 365 and Copilot with a focus on productivity and aligning business requirements to the right technology.
She enjoys working close to the business and has a genuine interest and understanding of both technical and business-driven requirements.
Anna has worked with everything from non profit organizations to large international companies.
Anna lives in Stockholm, Sweden and is fluent in English and Swedish

Anna Segerström is an experienced and driven consultant with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Anna is a certified change manager and a specialist in Microsoft 365 and Copilot with a focus on productivity and aligning business requireme... Show more

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laboratory in the Higher School of Electrical and Energetic engineering of Oran. Her research interests include power dispatch, power system design, healthcare scheduling and green optimization as well as optimization methods especially metaheuristics. DEKHICI has been a member of Inside Project (Inclusion of Students With impairements in Distance Education) in 2023, of DIGITAQ Project about Quality Assurance Digitalization in Higher Education and a responsable of Digitalisation Strategy Office in her university. She partipated as a trainer in many sustainability; digitalization; accessibilty, cyber responsability, soft skills and inclusivity activities and serious game design.

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laborator... Show more

Distinguished Structural Dynamics and Battery Durability Expert with extensive experience in enhancing the safety, reliability, and sustainability of energy storage systems like Oil (Diesel) and Gas Gensets, Battery Storage System applications like direct current fast chargers (DCFC), and motive power applications. Specializing in vibration and fatigue validation, thermal propagation analysis, and safety and environmental durability assessments, providing actionable insights to ensure robust and efficient energy solutions. With expertise in structural dynamics validation and fatigue analysis bridges the gap between simulation accuracy and real-world performance to deliver durable and eco-friendly products.

Distinguished Structural Dynamics and Battery Durability Expert with extensive experience in enhancing the safety, reliability, and sustainability of energy storage systems like Oil (Diesel) and Gas Gensets, Battery Storage System applications like d... Show more

Presales Architect at Cegeka with over seven years of experience in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management, specializing in process manufacturing and pharmaceutical industry solutions with a focus on AI

Presales Architect at Cegeka with over seven years of experience in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management, specializing in process manufacturing and pharmaceutical industry solutions with a focus on AI Show more

🎯 Salesforce Ecosystem Expert & Aspiring CTA
Since 2016, I have been deeply involved in the Salesforce ecosystem and officially joined Salesforce in April 2021. My professional journey includes collaborating with a wide variety of end customers across industries such as Education, Healthcare, Automotive, and the Public Sector, providing tailored, impactful solutions. My expertise spans Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud, where I architect scalable, high-value solutions that solve complex business challenges and enable digital transformation.

🏆 Certifications & Professional Development
Currently, I'm pursuing my aspiration to become a Certified Technical Architect (CTA). I hold 17 Salesforce certifications and am an All-Star Trailhead Ranger with over 1,000 badges.

🌍 Beyond the Keyboard
Outside of work, I enjoy music, travelling and exploring literature.

🎯 Salesforce Ecosystem Expert & Aspiring CTA Since 2016, I have been deeply involved in the Salesforce ecosystem and officially joined Salesforce in April 2021. My professional journey includes collaborating with a wide variety of end customers acr... Show more

I'm an experienced Data Scientist with over 4 years of expertise in AI/ML model development and MLops. I've cultivated a LinkedIn community of 25K professionals and mentored 100+ students through edtech platforms. My proficiency in Python, Machine Learning, and neural networks consistently delivers high-impact solutions. I've achieved victory in ABB Global level Hackathons, showcasing my innovative problem-solving and teamwork. My dedication and personable nature are widely recognized, reflecting my commitment to timely, high-quality project completion.
Along with this I am working as Mentor with Great Learning and preplaced, Preplaced, Topmate.
In Great Learning I took 100+ Mock interview for great leaning students and On Topmate I mentored 250+ students and took 3 batches of Data science classes for college students.

I'm an experienced Data Scientist with over 4 years of expertise in AI/ML model development and MLops. I've cultivated a LinkedIn community of 25K professionals and mentored 100+ students through edtech platforms. My proficiency in Python, Machine Le... Show more