I have over 13 years of experience working in the technology field. I am a Systems Information Engineer by profession and hold a Master's degree in Project Management. I am accredited as a Professional Scrum Master, PMP, Agile Coach, and Business Enterprise Practitioner.

Currently, I work as an Agile Coach for the company I am employed by, as well as an independent consultant.

I have over 13 years of experience working in the technology field. I am a Systems Information Engineer by profession and hold a Master's degree in Project Management. I am accredited as a Professional Scrum Master, PMP, Agile Coach, and Business Ent... Show more

Jim is a Data Engineer 4 for Blueprint Technologies. He lives just outside of Pittsburgh, PA in a small suburb called South Park. He loves working with all things Azure(ARM templates, Azure SQL Database, SQL on IaaS). He is an avid collector of retro video games! He was a member of the Idera ACE program for 2018.

Jim is a Data Engineer 4 for Blueprint Technologies. He lives just outside of Pittsburgh, PA in a small suburb called South Park. He loves working with all things Azure(ARM templates, Azure SQL Database, SQL on IaaS). He is an avid collector of retro... Show more

Computational Designer/Developer and work on projects involving 3D modeling and/or programming.
I like working on projects involving application of computational logic for design purposes at all scales.

Computational Designer/Developer and work on projects involving 3D modeling and/or programming. I like working on projects involving application of computational logic for design purposes at all scales. Show more

Fulltime open source ambassador and part-time open source lobbyist. Cross community communicator. Tenor in a Pop&Jazz choir. Born in the year of the moon landing. Managing director at Gesellschaft zur Entwicklung von Dingen.

Fulltime open source ambassador and part-time open source lobbyist. Cross community communicator. Tenor in a Pop&Jazz choir. Born in the year of the moon landing. Managing director at Gesellschaft zur Entwicklung von Dingen. Show more

is a dx engineer at Runpod building agents, a co-organizer of JSConf Budapest / CodePenDay Germany, a mentor, an international speaker, a generative artist, a vj for dnb parties & a series-founder

the most important part of his life are his two daughters (7, 8) <3

is a dx engineer at Runpod building agents, a co-organizer of JSConf Budapest / CodePenDay Germany, a mentor, an international speaker, a generative artist, a vj for dnb parties & a series-founder the most important part of his life are his two d... Show more

Founder & CEO at Preset. Original creator of Apache Superset and Apache Airflow. Longtime open-source advocate with a passion for building scalable data infrastructure and enabling self-serve analytics. Before founding Preset, I led data engineering teams at Airbnb, Facebook, and Lyft, where I worked on some of the largest-scale data platforms in the industry. My work has focused on making data more accessible and operationally efficient, with an emphasis on automation, observability, and open standards.

Founder & CEO at Preset. Original creator of Apache Superset and Apache Airflow. Longtime open-source advocate with a passion for building scalable data infrastructure and enabling self-serve analytics. Before founding Preset, I led data engineering ... Show more

Alaa Mahjoub is an independent Digital Business Advisor and former Senior Data Management Expert at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport. He has decades of experience in electric utilities, petroleum, transportation, and defines. His expertise spans both governmental and private sectors in EMEA, the Far East, and the U.S.
Mr. Mahjoub played a pivotal role in transforming the Digital Business as part of the restructuring of the water and electricity sectors in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
He has also led key initiatives at TRANSCO, ADCO, Injazat Data Systems, as well as the Egyptian and the Kuwaiti Ministries of Defence.
Mr. Mahjoub holds a B.Sc. and an M.Sc. in computer engineering. He has authored, lectured, and reviewed research for IEEE, Cigre, the Arab Union of Electricity, and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). His research interests focus on Cyber-Physical Systems and the application of Digital Business in the Power and Utilities Sector.

Alaa Mahjoub is an independent Digital Business Advisor and former Senior Data Management Expert at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport. He has decades of experience in electric utilities, petroleum, transportation, and defines. His expertise spans... Show more

Meet Josh Santiago, a strategy leader and technology expert passionate about using technology to drive change. With over a decade of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, Josh has delivered strategic consulting and sales solutions to industry leaders across the US and Europe. He has served in critical roles in various industries, including telecommunications, automotive, and retail, where he has helped entrepreneurs and senior management drive digital transformation and improve processes. 

As Chief Strategy Officer at Dynamic Consultants Group and former VP of Sales, Josh Santiago leads a team that achieved 61% YoY growth and a 138% increase in direct commercial cloud services revenue. He has also made significant contributions to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion and has served as an instructor and speaker in the technology and consulting space. In addition, Josh played a vital role in the company's European expansion project and the development of new lines of business. Under his leadership, while acting as the VP of Sales and Marketing, the company has established a strong brand presence and a global footprint, with a CAGR of over 5,000% in its online and media presence.

Josh Santiago is a highly sought-after speaker with a global presence, sharing his expertise and vision for the future. With a passion for empowering lives, organizations, and governments, Josh draws on his diverse interests as a retired award-winning photographer, avid reader, investor, and pilot—partner with Josh and Dynamic Consultants Group to drive digital transformation and achieve your goals.

Meet Josh Santiago, a strategy leader and technology expert passionate about using technology to drive change. With over a decade of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, Josh has delivered strategic consulting and sales solutions to industry leader... Show more

Paul Guggenheim

With 40 years of experience in the Progress Language, Paul brings application expertise, passion, creativity, and positive results to each of his satisfied clients.

Leveraging his degrees in economics and physics with a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Chicago, Paul applies his comprehensive business acumen and software application knowledge to provide a wide array of uniquely effective OpenEdge consulting services designed to streamline operations and enhance functionality.

Included in Paul’s proven portfolio are database design, application development, performance tuning, and web services.

Paul also brings 38 years of successful OpenEdge course development and training throughout the US and abroad. He is an acclaimed international speaker, and active member of the PUG Challenge Americas Conference Steering Committee.

Most recently, Paul has augmented his Progress capabilities by achieving the coveted roles of:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect Certification
• Amazon Authorized Instructor (AAI).

This key Progress-Amazon proficiency combined with Paul’s extensive OpenEdge experience helps organizations fulfill their cloud migration objectives no matter the scope of the project or degree of difficulty.

Email: paul@pgasmarts.com

Paul Guggenheim With 40 years of experience in the Progress Language, Paul brings application expertise, passion, creativity, and positive results to each of his satisfied clients. Leveraging his degrees in economics and physics with a Masters... Show more

I help organizations grow their online presence and create experiences that convert visitors into supporters. I am a Technical Marketing Specialist with extensive experience in website marketing management and building systems that enhance your team's effectiveness.

The digital world changes fast. Whether it's the latest on SEO or building out AI, I stay on top of what's working now so you don't have to figure it out yourself. Your time is better spent on what you do best.

I help organizations grow their online presence and create experiences that convert visitors into supporters. I am a Technical Marketing Specialist with extensive experience in website marketing management and building systems that enhance your team'... Show more

Please consult my Linkedin Page. https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-jan-de-man-69346516/

Please consult my Linkedin Page. https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-jan-de-man-69346516/ Show more

Solly Makofane is a self-taught South African technologist and entrepreneur who began as a freelance graphic designer and grew into a full-stack web and application developer. Driven by a passion to empower underserved communities, he builds accessible digital solutions and runs cloud-based services using AWS. Solly’s journey proves that determination, curiosity, and the right tools can break down barriers and unlock opportunity for anyone, anywhere.

Solly Makofane is a self-taught South African technologist and entrepreneur who began as a freelance graphic designer and grew into a full-stack web and application developer. Driven by a passion to empower underserved communities, he builds accessib... Show more

Ingeniero de sistemas y TI con más de 8 años de experiencia en implementación en distintos sistemas ERP, modelado de procesos, análisis de datos, gestión de proyectos. Con un máster en BPM For Transformation Digital, por la Universidad Internacional de la Rioja (UNIR).

Conferencista nacional e internacional en temas de Business Intelligence, Analítica, Process Mining, SAP Business One, RPA.

Reconocido como Microsoft MVP Data Platform.

Ingeniero de sistemas y TI con más de 8 años de experiencia en implementación en distintos sistemas ERP, modelado de procesos, análisis de datos, gestión de proyectos. Con un máster en BPM For Transformation Digital, por la Universidad Internacional ... Show more

Over 20 years of experience in the Dynamics world. Currently leading implementation projects and delivery teams at Reach, where we focus on delivering and fixing Dynamics 365 implementations.

Over 20 years of experience in the Dynamics world. Currently leading implementation projects and delivery teams at Reach, where we focus on delivering and fixing Dynamics 365 implementations. Show more

Azure is a Senior Consultant at Hitachi in the Washington, DC area. Prior to joining tech consulting in 2022, she spent in pharmaceutical manufacturing, discovering Power Automate in late 2019.

Passionate about people and hoping to assume her final form as a bot, she's on a mission to educate and enable more women and underrepresented groups into tech, one Flow at a time.

Azure is a Senior Consultant at Hitachi in the Washington, DC area. Prior to joining tech consulting in 2022, she spent in pharmaceutical manufacturing, discovering Power Automate in late 2019. Passionate about people and hoping to assume her fina... Show more

Danielina strast za svemirom snage nuklearnog reaktora najbolje opisuje njenu motivaciju za pokretanjem projekta CroCube. Direktorica je prodaje i marketinga tvrtke Spacemanic te živi i diše svemir u svemu što radi.
Teleskopi, amaterski radio, rakete ni sateliti joj nisu strani, a glavna joj je misija popularizirati znanost, stvoriti prilike za mlade te pomoći Hrvatskoj u stjecanju iskustva u svemirskoj industriji. Daniela je radila na lansiranju već nekoliko satelita – VZLUSAT-2, BDSat-1, BDSat-2, Planetum-1, Veronika, a kao mozak i srce ove operacije ima veliku želju i Hrvatsku približiti zvijezdama.

Danielina strast za svemirom snage nuklearnog reaktora najbolje opisuje njenu motivaciju za pokretanjem projekta CroCube. Direktorica je prodaje i marketinga tvrtke Spacemanic te živi i diše svemir u svemu što radi. Teleskopi, amaterski radio, raket... Show more

Author of the book "Migrating to Azure", contributing author to "The Developer's Guide to Azure (2021)", "Implementing Event-Driven Microservices Architecture in .NET 7 (2023)", "Azure Integration Guide for Business (2023)", and author of several online courses, Microsoft MVP Josh Garverick is a seasoned IT professional with more than 15 years’ enterprise experience working in several large industry verticals (finance, healthcare, transportation, logistics, retail/consumer products, oil & gas, insurance). He specializes in Digital Transformation as well as Application Lifecycle Management and is currently involved in enterprise cloud adoption projects. When not geeking out over technology and architecture frameworks, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter.

Author of the book "Migrating to Azure", contributing author to "The Developer's Guide to Azure (2021)", "Implementing Event-Driven Microservices Architecture in .NET 7 (2023)", "Azure Integration Guide for Business (2023)", and author of several onl... Show more

Julian is a Managing IT Architect at XL2 by Audi & Capgemini, specializing in serverless cloud applications and infrastructure as code. As an AWS User Group Leader in Heilbronn and an AWS Community Builder, he is deeply involved in the AWS community. Prior to his current role, Julian gained valuable experience as an SAP Consultant in the smart manufacturing sector.

Julian is a Managing IT Architect at XL2 by Audi & Capgemini, specializing in serverless cloud applications and infrastructure as code. As an AWS User Group Leader in Heilbronn and an AWS Community Builder, he is deeply involved in the AWS community.... Show more

Daniel Hoffman, CISSP is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of experience spanning healthcare, manufacturing, and retail sectors. He has experience in regulatory compliance, business continuity, and securing IT/OT environments. Daniel is committed to helping small and mid-sized businesses enhance their IT infrastructure and security posture. He has also authored the CIO Magazine article “Neuromorphic Computing and the Future of Edge AI,” reflecting his interest in cutting-edge technologies and their practical applications.

Daniel Hoffman, CISSP is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of experience spanning healthcare, manufacturing, and retail sectors. He has experience in regulatory compliance, business continuity, and securing IT/OT environ... Show more

Arvind Badrinarayanan is a visionary global business leader with extensive, multifaceted experience in operations, supply chain, and executive management across manufacturing, distribution, and e-commerce industries. With a strong foundation in engineering and dual MBAs from MIT Sloan School of Management and Cranfield School of Management, Arvind has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive transformative outcomes through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and innovation.
Currently based in Orlando, Florida, Arvind most recently served as Operations Manager at Amazon, where he led large-scale supply chain initiatives and spearheaded AI-enabled process enhancements. His leadership improved truck fill rates, enhanced operational efficiency, and elevated employee satisfaction. He also championed cost-saving initiatives, such as the PIT Champion program, and launched a financial inclusion workshop that empowered frontline associates in financial planning.
Previously, as CEO of Kartasi Industries in Kenya, Arvind transformed the company into a regional powerhouse. Under his stewardship, the company experienced substantial revenue growth and improved EBITDA margins. He oversaw strategic product launches, including the introduction of Disney-licensed products, and led geographic expansion across Sub-Saharan Africa. His operational reforms, including supply chain optimization and implementation of analytics tools, elevated delivery performance and reduced costs.
Arvind’s leadership at Transpaper Kenya Ltd as Chief Operating Officer saw him implement a cost reduction strategy and forge global partnerships to offer end-to-end solutions in the print and packaging domain. His earlier career included leading retail expansion for Apple’s premium reseller network in India and managing regional sales and distribution for Technova Imaging Systems across Africa and South Asia.
Recognized for his analytical acumen and deep commitment to continuous improvement, Arvind holds multiple certifications, including Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, and Certified Board Director credentials. He is currently pursuing the APICS CSCP and has completed Amazon’s “AI for Leaders” program.
Arvind brings a global perspective, a passion for talent development, and a relentless drive for operational excellence. His ability to blend technology, data-driven strategies, and people-centric leadership makes him a compelling executive capable of steering organizations through complexity and change.

Arvind Badrinarayanan is a visionary global business leader with extensive, multifaceted experience in operations, supply chain, and executive management across manufacturing, distribution, and e-commerce industries. With a strong foundation in engin... Show more

J'ai toujours cultivé une certaine polyvalence dont les différentes facettes s'enrichissent mutuellement.
Coach professionnel et agiliste, j'écoute et je questionne individus et organisations pour les aider à clarifier leurs problématiques et à construire leurs propres solutions.

J'ai toujours cultivé une certaine polyvalence dont les différentes facettes s'enrichissent mutuellement. Coach professionnel et agiliste, j'écoute et je questionne individus et organisations pour les aider à clarifier leurs problématiques et à cons... Show more

Chad Lich has over 30 years of experience in information technology and is currently a Director Azure Infrastructure Specialist (Sales Guy) and formerly Principal Cloud Solution Architect for Cross Solution & Industry Innovation (Tech Guy) at Microsoft and has been with the company for nine years leading global enterprises in their successful digital transformation. Prior to Microsoft, Chad worked with Build-A-Bear and Intelligrated (Honeywell Company) as a director of BI and development, leading teams and building software to enable these businesses with data insights and tools that focused on adding value and business transformation. Chad holds a bachelor’s in information management from Webster University and an MBA from Southeast Missouri State University Harrison College of Business and Computing. Chad is also active as a contributor to STEM events in the St. Louis region, engages as a board member to a public institution and private STEM focused company, while also contributing to his local tech community as part of Azure and DOTNET Meetup groups.

Chad Lich has over 30 years of experience in information technology and is currently a Director Azure Infrastructure Specialist (Sales Guy) and formerly Principal Cloud Solution Architect for Cross Solution & Industry Innovation (Tech Guy) at Microso... Show more

I sit right at the messy intersection of hard science and market strategy. As a Technology Transfer Officer at UM6P, my day job is helping inventions survive the 'Valley of Death'—that difficult gap between a lab discovery and a shelf-ready product.

I’m an engineer by training (Arts & Métiers) and PMP certified, so I’ve been in the trenches. Having co-authored research on frugal innovation, water treatment and mining platforms, I know the frustration of engineering challenges firsthand.

Right now, I’m focused on one thing: using AI to streamline the innovation process. I’m currently building workflows that help researchers and startups use Google's multimodal models to validate inventions, analyze prior art, and simulate complex systems before they ever hit the market.

I sit right at the messy intersection of hard science and market strategy. As a Technology Transfer Officer at UM6P, my day job is helping inventions survive the 'Valley of Death'—that difficult gap between a lab discovery and a shelf-ready product. ... Show more

Having loved NAV/BC as a user, Aldeen has taken her experiences and learnings from the Food Manufacturing and Operations world and transformed them into valuable insights. Now as a Senior Consultant and Trusted Business Advisor, she continues to challenge the boundaries of technology and employ innovative solutions to empower users and drive real business results.

Having loved NAV/BC as a user, Aldeen has taken her experiences and learnings from the Food Manufacturing and Operations world and transformed them into valuable insights. Now as a Senior Consultant and Trusted Business Advisor, she continues to chal... Show more

I am a Software Engineer at Capgemini, Mundiapolis University Alumni, and 1337 Advanced Core Student with a passion for building scalable, intelligent systems. With a background in both full-stack development and machine learning, I specialize in bridging the gap between complex AI models and real-world industrial applications. I focus on practical, production-ready Machine Learning rather than academic hype, helping traditional developers add AI to their toolkit without over-engineering their solutions. When I’m not optimizing pipelines or debugging IoT data, I’m advocating for why simple, explainable models often beat complex neural networks.

I am a Software Engineer at Capgemini, Mundiapolis University Alumni, and 1337 Advanced Core Student with a passion for building scalable, intelligent systems. With a background in both full-stack development and machine learning, I specialize in bri... Show more

Andrew Trochinski is a Microsoft Dynamics/D365 expert with over 15 years of experience in ERP implementation, supply chain optimization, and process improvement. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications and APICS credentials. Andrew specializes in bridging technical solutions with business impact, delivering practical insights on MS Dynamics/D365 upgrades, integrations, and operational efficiency.

Andrew Trochinski is a Microsoft Dynamics/D365 expert with over 15 years of experience in ERP implementation, supply chain optimization, and process improvement. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications and APICS credentials. Andrew specializes in ... Show more

Samuel Desseaux is a CTO & CIO Advisor focused on observability, edge AI, and IT/OT integration. He designs open-source observability labs and reproducible pipelines that help teams instrument, benchmark, and trust complex AI and high-performance systems deployed at the edge or within industrial infrastructures. His work spans factories, mobility systems, HPC-adjacent environments, and scientific instrumentation. Through his companies, Erythix in France and Aureonis in Belgium, he supports organizations in building transparent, resilient, vendor-neutral architectures that unify AI, OT, and HPC workflows.

Samuel Desseaux is a CTO & CIO Advisor focused on observability, edge AI, and IT/OT integration. He designs open-source observability labs and reproducible pipelines that help teams instrument, benchmark, and trust complex AI and high-performance sys... Show more

Graeme Crouch is a Power Platform enthusiast who has worked with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform since 2012, beginning his career as a Systems Analyst consultant on a CRM 2011 implementation. Graeme has since worked with public and private sector clients across North America and Europe in a number of industries including Healthcare, Regulation, Education, Manufacturing, and Sales. Graeme is currently the Director of Power Platform Consulting with TruNorth Dynamics based in Colorado, USA.

Graeme Crouch is a Power Platform enthusiast who has worked with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform since 2012, beginning his career as a Systems Analyst consultant on a CRM 2011 implementation. Graeme has since worked with public and private sector... Show more

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

I Teach K9 Handlers Everything K9 SAR Tracking, From Scent Cone, Scent Movement, how to get a scent article

I Teach K9 Handlers Everything K9 SAR Tracking, From Scent Cone, Scent Movement, how to get a scent article Show more