Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Jeremy Nathan

Jeremy Nathan

Jeremy Nathan is the CEO of JN Training, a Chattanooga-based technology training company. He is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Microsoft Certified Power BI Data Analyst. Jeremy has worked in various industries as a production worker in a factory to an office worker. He founded JN Training to improve people’s skills. He understands the easiest way to deliver training for everyone based on how they learn. He instructs workshops in all levels of technology including Microsoft applications.

Jeremy Nathan is the CEO of JN Training, a Chattanooga-based technology training company. He is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Microsoft Certified Power BI Data Analyst. Jeremy has worked in various industries as a production worker in a factory t... Show more

Alessio Iafrate

Alessio Iafrate

Passionate about all things technological and a programmer for 20 years.
He started in the Java enterprise field and arrived in the .NET world as early as version 1.1 of the framework.
He works as a freelancer for various companies between Abruzzo and Lazio, especially in the web sector, but has an enormous passion for the mobile world, especially in the smartphone sector.
Founder of the Dotnet Abruzzo community in which he acts as speaker and event organizer and active member of DotNetCode
MVP since 2016 in the Windows Development category

Passionate about all things technological and a programmer for 20 years. He started in the Java enterprise field and arrived in the .NET world as early as version 1.1 of the framework. He works as a freelancer for various companies between Abruzzo ... Show more

Rutger Roffel

Rutger Roffel

Rutger Roffel is Head of AI at New Nexus, working with manufacturing, healthcare, and public sector clients across the Netherlands. His focus: what it actually takes to get AI past the pilot stage. Clean data, data sovereignty, no black boxes, and adoption led by the people using it, not the tool. He speaks on why most AI pilots stall and what makes the rest stick.

Rutger Roffel is Head of AI at New Nexus, working with manufacturing, healthcare, and public sector clients across the Netherlands. His focus: what it actually takes to get AI past the pilot stage. Clean data, data sovereignty, no black boxes, and ad... Show more

Øivind Heggland

Øivind Heggland

I bridge the gap between complex technology and human collaboration. With a background spanning Industrial IoT, agile coaching, and product development, I specialize in turning complex ideas into functional, real-world solutions.

Whether I am building Node-RED data flows to modernize industrial systems, or facilitating workshops to build psychological safety in development teams, my goal is always the same: making technology work for people. I help management and developers speak the same language.

Areas of expertise: Industrial IoT, Agile Coaching, Team Dynamics, and Tech-Leadership.
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I bridge the gap between complex technology and human collaboration. With a background spanning Industrial IoT, agile coaching, and product development, I specialize in turning complex ideas into functional, real-world solutions. Whether I am buil... Show more

Ed Jaworski

Ed Jaworski

Ed is a 23-year QuickBooks veteran. He has been a multi-year Top 100 ProAdvisor and is a QBO Advanced Certified ProAdvisor, a Certified Enterprise Solutions ProAdvisor, and an SOS Inventory Certified Consultant. Ed specializes in advanced QuickBooks reporting, QuickBooks integrations, inventory management for retail, manufacturing and distribution, eCommerce, and contractors.

Ed is a 23-year QuickBooks veteran. He has been a multi-year Top 100 ProAdvisor and is a QBO Advanced Certified ProAdvisor, a Certified Enterprise Solutions ProAdvisor, and an SOS Inventory Certified Consultant. Ed specializes in advanced QuickBook... Show more

Jose Azevedo

Jose Azevedo

Professional Experience
More than 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365
25 years of experience within different ERPs (SAP, Oracle Applications, Sage X3 and Dynamics 365)
University Invited Teacher
Career started in Portugal and moved to London 7 years ago
Different Roles in Consulting (Business Consultant, Functional Consultant, Project Manager, Programme Manager, Engagement Leader, Team Leader, Site Manager, Product Manager and Solution Architect)

Vertical Experience
Fashion, Food and Pharmaceutical (Retail and Manufacturing)
Real Estate

Some Personal
Food, Wine and Gin Lover
Runner (finished 4 marathons), Trekker (finished 10 ways of Camiño to Santiago), Padel and Bodyboarding

Professional Experience More than 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 25 years of experience within different ERPs (SAP, Oracle Applications, Sage X3 and Dynamics 365) University Invited Teacher Career started in Portugal and move... Show more

Christian Meyer

Christian Meyer

Christian, an industrial engineer with a focus on automation technology and computer science, has forged a prominent career over more than a decade in Microsoft ERP systems, emphasizing procurement, sales, and inventory management. His career took root in the logistics field, where he implemented warehouse management systems in several projects. His expertise broadened through system introductions across various industries, enhancing the efficiency of numerous enterprises. Additionally, Christian has been involved with the Power Platform for the last five years, further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and knowledgeable consultant. Today, at Arineo GmbH, he stands as a trusted presales consultant, providing ERP system guidance to businesses.

Christian, an industrial engineer with a focus on automation technology and computer science, has forged a prominent career over more than a decade in Microsoft ERP systems, emphasizing procurement, sales, and inventory management. His career took ro... Show more

Berny During

Berny During

Berny During believes in helping people and companies grow by making technology easier to understand. For nearly three decades, he has dedicated his career to empowering others — guiding thousands across more than 20 countries to build their skills, their confidence, and their Business Central expertise.

His journey spans entrepreneurship, co‑founding a successful partner, shaping some of Africa’s largest Business Central teams, and sharing knowledge at global events like Tech‑Ed, Directions, Days of Knowledge, Dynamics Minds and the Navision Africa partner conference to name a few. As a long‑time Microsoft Certified Trainer, he continues to help partners strengthen their practices, develop talent, and unlock real business value.

At his core, Berny is driven by a simple purpose: to inspire growth through learning, and to leave people better equipped than when he found them. I am also honoured to be recognised as a Micrsoft MVP in Bizapps.

Berny During believes in helping people and companies grow by making technology easier to understand. For nearly three decades, he has dedicated his career to empowering others — guiding thousands across more than 20 countries to build their skills, ... Show more

Rupesh Shirke

Rupesh Shirke

I'm Rupesh Shirke, a dedicated professional with over 17 years of experience in Critical Infrastructure Security, currently based in Bakersfield, California. My journey in operational technology (OT) security has equipped me with a deep understanding of the importance of cybersecurity in protecting essential services and infrastructure.

Throughout my career, I've taken on various roles, excelling as an individual contributor and as a team leader across different countries. I am committed to defending critical infrastructures against the constantly evolving landscape of security threats, driven by my passion for safety and security.

As a mentor, I am devoted to guiding the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and experiences to inspire young minds to develop skills in this vital field. My mentorship extends beyond the workplace, as I actively engage with aspiring cybersecurity experts to encourage their growth. As a writer and speaker, I frequently participate in conferences and workshops, discussing the latest cybersecurity trends, challenges, and best practices. My ability to break down complex concepts into easily understandable information has made me a highly sought-after speaker, appealing to newcomers and seasoned industry professionals.

As a co-founder of the ISC2 chapter, I am deeply involved in enhancing cybersecurity standards and practices. I lead a vibrant community focused on continuous learning and professional development, ensuring our members are well-informed about the fast-changing cybersecurity landscape.

My commitment to lifelong learning is reflected in my pursuit of a Ph.D. in cybersecurity, where I aim to develop innovative solutions for the industry's complex challenges. Beyond my professional endeavors, I am a global advisor to various organizations on critical security matters.

My work with the ISC2 Standards & Practice Unified Body of Knowledge Technical Advisory Panel allows me to collaborate with industry leaders, helping shape cybersecurity standards that impact organizations worldwide. I am also passionate about nurturing emerging talent. I serve as a scholarship reviewer and judge for esteemed organizations like ISACA, the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), and the Center for Cyber Safety and Education. In this capacity, I evaluate scholarship applications, supporting deserving candidates in advancing their education and careers in cybersecurity.

Community engagement is close to my heart. I actively participate in numerous nonprofit organizations, including the United Nations Association (USA), American Red Cross, Chevron Humankind, Code.org, Belief in Me, Houchin Blood Bank, Thriving Elements, and Upchieve, dedicating my time and expertise to uplift and empower others. As a respected figure in the STEM community, I also judge competitions at various levels, from county to international events. My broad expertise enables me to evaluate innovative projects and initiatives from aspiring scientists and engineers, providing constructive feedback and guidance. Through this role, I passionately promote innovation and excellence in STEM education, motivating students to pursue their science, technology, engineering, and mathematics aspirations.

Additionally, I am an IEEE Senior member and actively volunteer with the IEEE Computer Society, IEEE Control Systems Society, Security and Privacy, IEEE Computer Society Technical Community, and other groups. My contributions within IEEE include participation in the IEEE Women in Engineering podcast, reviewing EAB TryE STEM Grant award applications, engaging with IEEE NextGenCyberSec, and working on standards development for AI and reliable power systems.

I'm Rupesh Shirke, a dedicated professional with over 17 years of experience in Critical Infrastructure Security, currently based in Bakersfield, California. My journey in operational technology (OT) security has equipped me with a deep understanding... Show more

Oscar Garcia

Oscar Garcia

I write, speak, and host live sessions on building AI systems and data platforms for healthcare, automotive, and manufacturing—focusing on process-oriented and governance-compliant architectures. Founder & Principal Engineer. Get practical engineering insights, live code walkthroughs, system design blueprints, and zero-trust security patterns to build production-ready enterprise solutions. He is a Microsoft MVP and certified solutions’ developer with many years of experience building software solutions. He is the Google Developer Group Chapter lead for Broward County, South Florida. He specializes in building cloud solutions solutions for AI and Data.

I write, speak, and host live sessions on building AI systems and data platforms for healthcare, automotive, and manufacturing—focusing on process-oriented and governance-compliant architectures. Founder & Principal Engineer. Get practical engineerin... Show more

Roberto Grifalconi

Roberto Grifalconi

I have a software background: I’ve worked in several companies and co-founded a start-up. For over 10 years, I worked as a Product Owner, partnering closely with teams and stakeholders to turn complex needs into sustainable solutions—balancing technical constraints, user experience, and business goals.

Over time, my focus shifted from “what we build” to “how we work together”. Very often, the real bottleneck isn’t strategy, but conversations, priorities, dependencies, and decision quality. Today I support individuals, teams, and organisations as an ICF coach, facilitator, and trainer. My approach is practical and non-judgemental: I help make visible what often remains implicit (flows, friction, decisions, responsibilities) and turn it into achievable, sustainable steps.

My work typically falls into three areas:

* Conversations that make a difference**: feedback and difficult conversations, with a focus on emotional intelligence at work, to improve collaboration, psychological safety, and shared accountability.
* People, behaviours, and organisational risk**: noticing weak signals in the organisation and exploring how leadership, delegation, and transparency affect prevention, reputation, and retention.
* Organisations that can navigate complexity**: building continuity between decisions and action, clarifying priorities, and making work flows clearer and more sustainable—using continuous improvement and transparency to look ahead and learn from experience.

When it helps, I also run facilitated workshops (e.g., LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and Event Storming) to build shared understanding and turn it into concrete choices. My goal is to help people and organisations pursue ambitious outcomes without jargon—through clarity, respect for company culture, and a sustainable pace of improvement.

I have a software background: I’ve worked in several companies and co-founded a start-up. For over 10 years, I worked as a Product Owner, partnering closely with teams and stakeholders to turn complex needs into sustainable solutions—balancing techni... Show more

Martin Ehrnst

Martin Ehrnst

I am a Microsoft Azure MVP, working as a lead consultant.
For almost two decades I have worked with infrastructure management, automation, and monitoring. As this traditional role is changing fast, I am focusing my community contributions around modern IT-pro role. Long experience with platform engineering, SRE developer relations

By the way, I have a love/hate relationship with Kubernetes. 🐳

I am a Microsoft Azure MVP, working as a lead consultant. For almost two decades I have worked with infrastructure management, automation, and monitoring. As this traditional role is changing fast, I am focusing my community contributions around mod... Show more

Mathew Witte

Mathew Witte

Mathew Witte has sat in every seat at the strategy-execution table: frontline operator, hands-on technology implementer, executive buyer, and software CEO. That rare, full-circle vantage point built his central thesis: most organizations don't have a strategy problem or an execution problem. They have a gap between the two, and that gap is where profitability, service, and risk quietly erode. He calls this dynamic the Execution Paradox™, and closing that gap is what allows all three to improve at once, rather than forcing leaders to trade one for another.

He built that view over nearly two decades leading warehouse and delivery operations for a Fortune 500 manufacturer, where he ran a network of 50+ distribution centers, 2,000+ employees, and a $200+ million budget supporting more than $5 billion in annual sales, then guided the business through a top-to-bottom performance reset. He later took the CEO seat at the largest division of a global supply chain optimization company, where he reset performance across sales, consulting, and customer success and tripled historical EBITDA.

Today he is Founder of CatalystSC Partners, where he helps leadership teams close the strategy-execution gap and turn intent into operating reality. He serves on the University of Georgia Supply Chain Advisory Board and is the author of the forthcoming book The Execution Paradox, releasing October 2026.

A dynamic, energizing speaker, Witte is as comfortable challenging a boardroom of executives as he is engaging a classroom of students, moving fluidly between strategic and tactical conversations. His talks draw on real turnarounds, not theory, to show audiences why digital transformation so often can hit its stated targets, yet still fail.

Mathew Witte has sat in every seat at the strategy-execution table: frontline operator, hands-on technology implementer, executive buyer, and software CEO. That rare, full-circle vantage point built his central thesis: most organizations don't have a... Show more

Elizabeth Zaslavsky

Elizabeth Zaslavsky

As Product Manager for an API-as-a-service platform in fintech (around 300 endpoints), I own identity, account management, permissions, and remote identity verification for the teams building on this platform. I lead simplification and performance initiatives across the entire API surface — access governance, journey redesigns, tech debt reduction — guided by a simple principle: a platform is only worth it if it removes friction rather than adding to it. At Ippon, I also manage a team of about 7 consultants.

Before product, I spent ten years professionalizing delivery: first in industrial production (SNCF, PSA, Jtekt), working with Lean management and operational excellence, then as an Agile Coach and Scrum Master at Ippon, where I learned to turn theory into concrete practices in service of technical teams.

My throughline, unchanged for ten years: bringing together Lean, Agile, Craftsmanship, Product, Platform, and AI, and keeping only what delivers a concrete result.

As Product Manager for an API-as-a-service platform in fintech (around 300 endpoints), I own identity, account management, permissions, and remote identity verification for the teams building on this platform. I lead simplification and performance in... Show more

Harry Arce

Harry Arce

Harry Arce is a Microsoft AI and Data strategist helping organizations become frontier firms by transforming data into business value through AI, analytics, and intelligent applications. With more than 20 years of experience, including 18+ years leading enterprise transformation at Intel, he bridges emerging technology and real-world outcomes. Harry advises customers across healthcare, financial services, insurance, and other regulated industries on AI adoption, governance, cloud architecture, and modernization. Known for combining deep technical expertise with a consultative approach, he helps organizations innovate confidently while building secure, scalable, and responsible AI foundations.

Harry Arce is a Microsoft AI and Data strategist helping organizations become frontier firms by transforming data into business value through AI, analytics, and intelligent applications. With more than 20 years of experience, including 18+ years lead... Show more

Serban Mare

Serban Mare

What happens when your most committed people quietly burn out behind a mask of performance? Serban Mare has lived the answer, and now helps organizations catch it early and reverse it.
Serban is an Engineering Program Manager with 20+ years in the semiconductor and technology industry, still leading complex, high-pressure programs today while keynoting national conferences including PMI Global Summit and SHRM events. He burned out the quiet way: achieving everything on paper while running on empty. Then he rebuilt his energy, focus, and performance without leaving the pressure behind. That makes him a working proof of concept, not a recovered cautionary tale.
His sessions are direct, interactive, and science-backed, built for people who think in systems. Audiences leave with the three warning signs of burnout, a practical counter for each one, and tools they put to work the same week.

Demo Reel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-rrQHZGLN4&t=1s

What happens when your most committed people quietly burn out behind a mask of performance? Serban Mare has lived the answer, and now helps organizations catch it early and reverse it. Serban is an Engineering Program Manager with 20+ years in the s... Show more

Holger Imbery

Holger Imbery

Holger is a principal architect with over 20 years of experience in designing workplace solutions, specializing in Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft Azure.

He shares his expertise and knowledge about the Power Platform, particularly on Copilot Studio, with the community through blogging and speaking at events.

Holger is a principal architect with over 20 years of experience in designing workplace solutions, specializing in Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft Azure. He shares his expertise and knowledge about the Power Platform, particularly on Copilo... Show more

Aamiruddin Syed

Aamiruddin Syed

Aamiruddin Syed is a Cybersecurity Professional with over a decade of experience specializing in DevSecOps, Shift-Left Security, Cloud Security, and Internal Penetration Testing. He is the OWASP Agentic AI Supply Chain Project Co-Lead and active contributor to the CSA Agentic AI initiative.
He authored Supply Chain Software Security – AI, IoT, Application Security (Apress/Springer) and has deep expertise in automating security in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and cloud hardening. He routinely conducts internal security assessments of critical systems and is known for bridging the gap between security and engineering teams to embed security directly into products.
As recognized advocate for secure development, he is a frequent speaker , delivered workshops and chair sessions at leading industry conferences including RSA Conference, DEFCON, and Black Hat.

Aamiruddin Syed is a Cybersecurity Professional with over a decade of experience specializing in DevSecOps, Shift-Left Security, Cloud Security, and Internal Penetration Testing. He is the OWASP Agentic AI Supply Chain Project Co-Lead and active cont... Show more

Angela Trego

Angela Trego

Dr. Angela Trego is a rocket scientist turned Confidence & Communication Expert and the #1 bestselling author of Squashing the Imposter Syndrome. She has trained thousands of professionals across six continents to strengthen confidence as a skill so they can communicate more effectively, lead more boldly, and contribute at their full potential. Her core message is simple: confidence is a skill that can be learned, practiced, and strengthened.

Her work focuses on imposter syndrome, soft skills development, mentoring, and practical leadership tools that translate across industries. In addition, she specializes in faculty development and training university educators. She focuses particularly on STEM and engineering fields to implement evidence-based confidence-building strategies, engaged teaching practices, and classroom management approaches that increase student motivation and belonging.

Dr. Trego works with institutions to strengthen teaching effectiveness while reducing faculty burnout. Before dedicating her career to speaking, teaching, and coaching, she held technical and senior leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries and around the globe. She now brings that real-world leadership perspective into both industry and academia.

Whether working with executives, faculty, or emerging leaders, Dr. Trego's mission is simple: equip people with the confidence and skills to thrive.

Available for keynotes, consulting, coaching, and short courses. Every engagement is customized to the client's specific audience, language, and goals. Participants don't just hear these tools. They practice them in the room and carry them out the door as confidence they can actually use. Discover more at www.angelatrego.com

Dr. Angela Trego is a rocket scientist turned Confidence & Communication Expert and the #1 bestselling author of Squashing the Imposter Syndrome. She has trained thousands of professionals across six continents to strengthen confidence as a skill so ... Show more

Marie Wiese

Marie Wiese

Marie Wiese is the CEO Marketing Copilot®, an AI-enabled sales and marketing firm. She is a best-selling author and host of the podcasts, Women Talk Tech and The Hot Seat for Microsoft Partners. Marie has worked in the technology sector for 30+ years and focuses on marketing automation/CRM and the digital transformation of the sales and marketing function. Marie helps Microsoft Partners, software developers and end customers build demand generation programs for their organizations with the right strategy and technology.

Marie Wiese is the CEO Marketing Copilot®, an AI-enabled sales and marketing firm. She is a best-selling author and host of the podcasts, Women Talk Tech and The Hot Seat for Microsoft Partners. Marie has worked in the technology sector for 30+ years... Show more

Chris McGraw

Chris McGraw

Chris McGraw is Lorien's Director of STEM Talent Solutions, with 15 year's experience building high-performance Technology, Life Sciences and Engineering teams for clients of all sizes and industries. Skilled at identifying, assessing, and recruiting executive talent to lead enterprise data-driven security strategies and cloud infrastructure.

Chris has been a guest speaker in several Podcasts and speaks frequently at virtual and technology conferences. Chris' passion for mentoring transitioning veterans extends to causes like the Fisher House, RWB and The American Legion. He holds professional membership in the Cincinnati & Mid-Tennessee chapters of the Information Systems Security Association and The Circuit, a Cincinnati Technology Professional Organization.

Chris McGraw is Lorien's Director of STEM Talent Solutions, with 15 year's experience building high-performance Technology, Life Sciences and Engineering teams for clients of all sizes and industries. Skilled at identifying, assessing, and recruiting... Show more

Kurt Rolland

Kurt Rolland

As a Microsoft MVP and Principal AI Architect, I lead a transformative wave, evangelizing AI agents and Low-Code solutions to help organizations achieve high-value business transformation. With over 20 years of experience in this role, I have successfully designed and implemented integrated enterprise solutions that leverage AI Factory, AI/Copilot, Power Platform, Dataverse, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Azure technologies.

My passion is to support business visionaries in achieving significant and sustainable results by applying my expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Adoption and Change Management, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Services, and Low-Code Solutions. I also enjoy giving back to the community as an organizer of the Global AI St. Louis Chapter. I hold multiple awards/certifications, including Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). CPMAI (Cognitive Project Management for AI), Project Management Professional (PMP), Advanced Project Management, Microsoft Certified Professional.

As a Microsoft MVP and Principal AI Architect, I lead a transformative wave, evangelizing AI agents and Low-Code solutions to help organizations achieve high-value business transformation. With over 20 years of experience in this role, I have success... Show more

Bonhomme Damien

Bonhomme Damien

Damien, dirigeant de 3Conselis (Lyon), présente une expérience confirmée dans l’identification des opportunités d’amélioration ainsi que dans l’animation d’équipes projets en environnement Service et Industrie. Il est un spécialiste de l’approche processus. Il accompagne les entreprises dans leurs dynamiques d’Amélioration Continue pour des processus plus fluides, une satisfaction client accrue et une activité pérenne.

• Accompagnement en individuel ou collectif sur la gestion de projet, la facilitation d’équipe, la transformation de l’organisation, l’intrapreneuriat ou l’innovation selon les méthodes Lean, Agile ou Six Sigma (DMAIC)

• Pilotage de projet de résolution de problème sur la réduction de temps de cycle, la fiabilisation de la prise de décision à partir de données processus, la libération de capacité de production ou l’accompagnement au changement des équipes opérationnelles.

• Formation à l’Amélioration Continue (Lean, Méthodes Agiles, Six Sigma). Mise en place du parcours certifiants Lean Service Agile Niveau Green Belt pour apprendre les méthodes et outils de l’amélioration continue

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Damien, dirigeant de 3Conselis (Lyon), présente une expérience confirmée dans l’identification des opportunités d’amélioration ainsi que dans l’animation d’équipes projets en environnement Service et Industrie. Il est un spécialiste de l’approche pro... Show more

Lucas Massena

Lucas Massena

I'm a visionary Cloud Architect on a mission to spearhead digital transformation and redefine the technological landscape. With over two decades of experience, I've orchestrated transformative journeys for enterprises, guiding them through the intricate maze of digital evolution. A maestro of innovation, I specialize in event storming and event-driven architecture, sculpting solutions that synchronize with the rhythm of change. My expertise extends to the realm of microservices, where I craft intricate webs of interconnected systems to fuel organizational agility and scalability. As a Microsoft Official Speaker since 2007, I've captivated audiences with tales of technological prowess, inspiring them to embrace the winds of change and chart their course towards excellence. Engaged in the vibrant community of the CTO's Fraternity, I collaborate with fellow visionaries to shape the future of cloud computing, empowering organizations to thrive in an era of boundless possibilities.

I'm a visionary Cloud Architect on a mission to spearhead digital transformation and redefine the technological landscape. With over two decades of experience, I've orchestrated transformative journeys for enterprises, guiding them through the intric... Show more

Dan Edwards

Dan Edwards

Dan is a CPA with over 30 years of experience in the ERP industry. During this time, he has worked in many different roles allowing him to truly understand the complete industry. The combined experience of marketing, sales, presales, consulting and training allows him to provide a truly unique perspective to prospects and customers.

Most recently he has specialized in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain, Business Intelligence and Power Platform, helping customers and partners understand their pains with reporting and analyzing the volumes of data they have. He has helped them identify proper solutions so they can truly gain value from their data.

In addition, Dan is an Adjunct Professor of Business teaching Accounting Information Systems and Data Analytics. He is also the leader of the Southern California Dynamics 365 user group.

He is a frequent speaker and presenter at Microsoft and other related industry conferences and events including Microsoft Convergence, AXUG Summit, Microsoft Technical Conference and Power BI World Tour. He was recently recognized as a DUG Product Expert Superhero.

Dan is a CPA with over 30 years of experience in the ERP industry. During this time, he has worked in many different roles allowing him to truly understand the complete industry. The combined experience of marketing, sales, presales, consulting and t... Show more

Takashi Ninjouji

Takashi Ninjouji

Takashi Ninjouji is a Chief Engineer at Honda R&D Co., Ltd., with a focus on Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). He is a manager of the Open Source Program Office (OSPO). His interests also include AI-assisted engineering automation.

Takashi Ninjouji is a Chief Engineer at Honda R&D Co., Ltd., with a focus on Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). He is a manager of the Open Source Program Office (OSPO). His interests also include AI-assisted engineering automation. Show more

Mikko Koskinen

Mikko Koskinen

I work as an AI & Copilot Lead at Forward Forever, focusing on helping organizations adopt AI, Copilot, and agent-based solutions in a practical, well-governed, and scalable way. My work spans customer advisory, solution and system architecture, pre-sales support, and internal capability development across AI and Copilot solutions.

I have over 20 years of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, working with solutions ranging from intranets, document and case management systems to modern digital workplaces and collaboration platforms. Over the years, my role has evolved from solution designer to lead architect, trainer, and advisor, with a strong focus on how technology actually supports everyday work.

I work as an AI & Copilot Lead at Forward Forever, focusing on helping organizations adopt AI, Copilot, and agent-based solutions in a practical, well-governed, and scalable way. My work spans customer advisory, solution and system architecture, pre-... Show more

Sajitha Sritharan

Sajitha Sritharan

For more than two decades, I've helped organizations transform data into business value by designing modern cloud data platforms that solve complex challenges and accelerate innovation. My experience spans manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services, where I've led enterprise-scale analytics and data modernization initiatives.

As a Senior Data Architect and Microsoft Certified , I specialize in Microsoft Fabric, Azure, analytics, and AI. I'm passionate about making complex technologies practical and accessible, helping organizations turn emerging capabilities into real-world solutions that deliver measurable impact.

Beyond my day job, I'm an active member of the Microsoft community, sharing knowledge through conference speaking, technical writing, mentoring, and community engagement. I believe that learning is most powerful when knowledge is shared, and I'm committed to helping others grow while advancing the data community.

I'm also a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion, and the advancement of women in technology. Whether I'm architecting enterprise solutions or speaking on stage, my goal is to empower people and organizations to unlock the full potential of data, analytics, and AI.

For more than two decades, I've helped organizations transform data into business value by designing modern cloud data platforms that solve complex challenges and accelerate innovation. My experience spans manufacturing, healthcare, and financial ser... Show more

Warren Parad

Warren Parad

Warren is the CTO of Authress and an AWS Community Builder who believes that "in theory, practice and theory are the same, but in practice, they differ." As a Cloud Security Architect and international speaker, he's built a reputation as a "Tech Entertainer"—delivering hard engineering truths with a side of wit. He focuses on the physics of software reliability, arguing that unmaintained code is a liability. When he designing securing strategies, he is likely on stage dismantling the latest industry hype.

Warren is the CTO of Authress and an AWS Community Builder who believes that "in theory, practice and theory are the same, but in practice, they differ." As a Cloud Security Architect and international speaker, he's built a reputation as a "Tech Ente... Show more

Lishuai Jing

Lishuai Jing

Lishuai Jing is the founder of Memtrace, a local memory layer for AI coding agents, building in Copenhagen. He holds a PhD in Telecommunication from Aalborg University and has worked as a postdoc and application engineer before moving into industry data science leadership. Most recently he was Chief Data Scientist & VP at goWish (Ønskeskyen), driving the organization's data and AI strategy. Before that, he was Lead Specialist in Data Science at VELUX, leading generative AI, IoT, and data-governance work for smart home technologies, and earlier applied machine learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning to industrial problems — sales, marketing, supply chain, and intelligent water solutions — at Grundfos. He is a mentor with the Danish Data Science Academy (DDSA), has completed leadership training at Harvard, and has presented at IEEE academic conferences. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lishuaijing

Lishuai Jing is the founder of Memtrace, a local memory layer for AI coding agents, building in Copenhagen. He holds a PhD in Telecommunication from Aalborg University and has worked as a postdoc and application engineer before moving into industry d... Show more

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