Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Kyle Hauslaib

Kyle Hauslaib

Kyle Hauslaib is a Solution Train Engineer, engineering leader, and author who works at the messy intersection of scaled Agile and safety-critical product development. He coordinates a cross-site Electronic Power Steering programme at a global automotive technology company, spanning 4 Agile Release Trains, 40+ teams, and roughly 300 engineers across six countries, and he leads its guild of Release and Solution Train Engineers.

He speaks and writes about what actually happens when frameworks like SAFe meet ASIL requirements, AUTOSAR, multi-year platforms, and supplier ecosystems: the politics, the resistance, and the gap between the process as written and the process as lived. He calls that gap "the Drift," and reading it is the core idea behind his book Leading Agile When No One Agrees.

His background spans mechatronics, AUTOSAR Classic, and ISO 26262 functional safety, and he has guest-lectured on leading Agile in industry at Hochschule Reutlingen. A native German and English speaker, he is based in Germany and speaks in both languages.

Kyle Hauslaib is a Solution Train Engineer, engineering leader, and author who works at the messy intersection of scaled Agile and safety-critical product development. He coordinates a cross-site Electronic Power Steering programme at a global automo... Show more

Zhu Rodger

Zhu Rodger

Senior Cloud Platform Solutions Engineer at Intel China Data Cetner Group, dedicated to driving innovation and commercial adoption of Confidential Computing technologies. Leading the productization of Intel Confidential Computing solutions (SGX/TDX) with top-tier cloud providers in China, including Alibaba Cloud, Volcano Engine, Baidu AI Cloud, and Tencent Cloud.
Established multiple successful confidential computing collaborations with industry partners such as Ant Group , Alibaba Cloud PolarDB, JD.com, Meituan, and OPPO.
Initiator of the open-source project CCZoo, actively collaborating with communities including OpenAnolis and Ant open-source ecosystem.
Author of the book "Confidential Computing: AI Data Security and Privacy Protection", "Confidential Virtualization: A New Paradigm for Data Security in the Era of Cloud and AI Models", and over ten technical white papers.

Senior Cloud Platform Solutions Engineer at Intel China Data Cetner Group, dedicated to driving innovation and commercial adoption of Confidential Computing technologies. Leading the productization of Intel Confidential Computing solutions (SGX/TDX) ... Show more

James Nugent

James Nugent

James is a software engineer from Bath, England. He is currently a Technology Fellow at General Motors, and has worked in senior engineering roles at Apple, HashiCorp, Boundary, Samsung Electronics and Jet.com. He is a connoisseur of West Country cider and old guitars.

James is a software engineer from Bath, England. He is currently a Technology Fellow at General Motors, and has worked in senior engineering roles at Apple, HashiCorp, Boundary, Samsung Electronics and Jet.com. He is a connoisseur of West Country cid... Show more

André Ebert

André Ebert

Andre is Head of AI & Data Innovation at inovex, where he oversees the strategic direction, architecture, and implementation of the Microsoft Data Platform and Microsoft Fabric. As a proven machine learning expert, he has extensive experience bridging the gap between applied AI research and modern enterprise data architecture.

Having previously focused on developing intelligent data products in the fields of Industrial IoT and Predictive Maintenance, Andre now leads teams in building scalable, AI-driven data ecosystems. In his doctoral research, he conducted in-depth studies on the “human-in-the-loop” paradigm and the essential role of UI/UX in the machine learning lifecycle. He now brings this user-centered perspective to the design of modern Microsoft data environments.

Andre is an active member of the tech community and speaks regularly at meetups and conferences. At the PASS Summit, he shares his practical experience with Microsoft Fabric, the integration of AI solutions into business processes, and the future of modern data platforms.

Andre is Head of AI & Data Innovation at inovex, where he oversees the strategic direction, architecture, and implementation of the Microsoft Data Platform and Microsoft Fabric. As a proven machine learning expert, he has extensive experience bridgin... Show more

Gagan Vats

Gagan Vats

Gagan is working as engineer with mercari which is the largest C2C marketplace in japan on the cross border expansion efforts across 50+ countries .

Gagan is working as engineer with mercari which is the largest C2C marketplace in japan on the cross border expansion efforts across 50+ countries . Show more

Brent Dawson

Brent Dawson

Dynamic and results-driven IT leader with over 35 years of diverse experience in the technology sector, specialising in Dynamics Finance and Supply Chain Management. As a seasoned solution architect and trainer, I excel in fostering collaboration and delivering impactful presentations that inspire teams and stakeholders alike. My extensive background spans end-user support, enterprise architecture, and solutions design, enabling me to approach challenges holistically.

I am passionate about knowledge sharing and mentoring. I have guided numerous professionals in public speaking, leadership, and skills development. My academic credentials include a Master’s in Data Science from the University of Sunderland, complemented by multiple industry certifications such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, CISSP, and TOGAF. I bring a wealth of expertise across various sectors, including oil and gas, manufacturing, retail, transportation, and finance. I consistently apply a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving. My commitment to innovation drives me to develop creative solutions that align with business objectives. I actively engage with the Microsoft technical community, contributing insights at user groups.

With a keen interest in the legal and ethical implications of technology, particularly in Artificial Intelligence, I am currently completing my PhD at the University of Portsmouth, to be completed in 2027.

Dynamic and results-driven IT leader with over 35 years of diverse experience in the technology sector, specialising in Dynamics Finance and Supply Chain Management. As a seasoned solution architect and trainer, I excel in fostering collaboration and... Show more

Hanna Schwab

Hanna Schwab

Hanna is Data & AI lead at teccle group, where she designs and implements data platforms using Microsoft Fabric, Azure AI and OpenAI services. With certifications in data, AI and Fabric engineering, she supports projects from architecture to deployment across industries. Passionate about empowering others, she supports the tech community through ITgirls and ReDi School, where she mentors, teaches and encourages more women to find their voice and confidence in tech.

Hanna is Data & AI lead at teccle group, where she designs and implements data platforms using Microsoft Fabric, Azure AI and OpenAI services. With certifications in data, AI and Fabric engineering, she supports projects from architecture to deployme... Show more

Danny Page

Danny Page

Danny is a cybersecurity practitioner specializing in blue team operations and threat intelligence. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University and brings a hands-on perspective from his role as a Cloud Support Specialist at Fishbowl, where a background in customer support, product integration, and post-deployment troubleshooting gives him a grounded understanding of how security decisions affect real users and real operations.

Danny holds certifications including SSCP, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, Network+, A+, Project+, ITIL 4 Foundation, and LPI Linux Essentials. His concentration in blue team operations and threat intelligence pairs technical depth with a service mindset, and he is an active contributor to his local security community through knowledge sharing and mentorship.

His talks focus on practical, zero-budget security work: the kind defenders can implement the week they get home, with tools they already have, and without needing budget approval.

Danny is a cybersecurity practitioner specializing in blue team operations and threat intelligence. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University and brings a hands-on perspective from his... Show more

Puspanjali Sarma

Puspanjali Sarma

I’ve spent 15+ years building data and AI systems—and what keeps me motivated is simple: turning ambitious ideas into dependable, production-ready capabilities that teams can trust.

Today, I’m a 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 at 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗡𝗼𝘄, leading AI platform innovations across Machine Learning, Generative AI, and data engineering. I enjoy the end-to-end work: aligning to business outcomes, designing the architecture, and partnering with teams to ship high-quality solutions. I’ve worked across Fortune 500 enterprises and global startups, and I’ve learned one pattern repeatedly—AI doesn’t scale because of a great model; it scales because the system around it is designed and operated well.

That belief is what led me to write my published book, 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗜 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮—a practical playbook on building strong data foundations, responsible AI governance, and leadership habits that make AI durable, not fragile.

I was recognized among 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗔𝗜𝗠 𝟰𝟬 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 (𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱), and I’ve helped deliver scalable AI frameworks across BFSI, Healthcare, Retail, and Manufacturing. Mentorship is also important to me—I support communities such as WEHUB and women-in-tech networks, and I write and speak about ethical AI and inclusive team building.

I’m a 𝗗𝗘𝗜 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 because inclusion isn’t a statement—it’s a daily leadership practice. I care about building teams where people feel safe to contribute, grow, and lead.

If you’d like to exchange ideas on scaling AI responsibly, building data platforms, or making GenAI work in real enterprise environments—reach out. I’m always happy to connect.

I’ve spent 15+ years building data and AI systems—and what keeps me motivated is simple: turning ambitious ideas into dependable, production-ready capabilities that teams can trust. Today, I’m a 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 at 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗡𝗼𝘄,... Show more

Werner Winter

Werner Winter

Based near Graz, Austria, I am a seasoned software developer and team leader with 37 years of industry experience. As an AI enthusiast, I specialize in integrating artificial intelligence solutions into practical applications. My expertise spans multiple programming languages and platforms, allowing me to approach challenges from various technical perspectives while leveraging the latest AI technologies.

Based near Graz, Austria, I am a seasoned software developer and team leader with 37 years of industry experience. As an AI enthusiast, I specialize in integrating artificial intelligence solutions into practical applications. My expertise spans mult... Show more

Ana Sarmiento

Ana Sarmiento

Ana Sarmiento is a senior media executive and an expert in navigating the complexities of the post-AI media landscape. Her focus extends beyond content creation to the critical mechanics of performance: using AI to unlock deeper audience insights and solving the real-world challenges facing modern media companies. From combating the traffic implications of liquid content to standing out in increasingly saturated creator marketplaces, Ana provides real world data-backed tactics. She draws on her deep experience in revenue operations to help organizations identify hidden costs and implement the emerging business models required to thrive in a synthetic media world.

She is the Director of AI Revenue at Advance Local and has an extensive background at industry giants including Disney, Paramount, and HBO. She has an EMBA from UCLA Anderson and a BBA from The University of Georgia. She brings a rare trifecta to the stage: creative media intuition, technical product rigor, and the high-stakes financial strategy of management consulting. Ana provides an action-oriented blueprint for turning Generative AI innovation into commercial success.

Ana Sarmiento is a senior media executive and an expert in navigating the complexities of the post-AI media landscape. Her focus extends beyond content creation to the critical mechanics of performance: using AI to unlock deeper audience insights and... Show more

Raul Gerardo Huertas Paiva

Raul Gerardo Huertas Paiva

Ing. Electrónico. He trabajado desarrollando software en diversos entornos, desde microcontroladores, FPGAs, videojuegos y aplicaciones web

Ing. Electrónico. He trabajado desarrollando software en diversos entornos, desde microcontroladores, FPGAs, videojuegos y aplicaciones web Show more

Ryan Bouda

Ryan Bouda

Ryan Bouda is a speaker, organizational consultant, and founder of LEAP Training & Coaching. He helps organizations lead successful change by strengthening leadership, communication, and team alignment. Ryan has worked with organizations including NASA, HCA Healthcare, Nebraska Medicine, and Habitat for Humanity. He holds a master’s degree in Leadership Development and is a PhD Candidate in Organizational Psychology focused on leadership and interpersonal conflict.

Ryan Bouda is a speaker, organizational consultant, and founder of LEAP Training & Coaching. He helps organizations lead successful change by strengthening leadership, communication, and team alignment. Ryan has worked with organizations including NA... Show more

Sirsha Chakraborty

Sirsha Chakraborty

Sirsha is the co-founder and CTO at antimattr, building in the space of consumer hardware. He is a part of WTFund cohort in India. Previously, he founded another company, Snipe, which was into gamification and AI.
He is also a maintainer at memlocal.dev which is an open-source AI memory layer that runs locally on smartphones.

Sirsha is the co-founder and CTO at antimattr, building in the space of consumer hardware. He is a part of WTFund cohort in India. Previously, he founded another company, Snipe, which was into gamification and AI. He is also a maintainer at memlocal... Show more

Jade Emmanuel

Jade Emmanuel

Jade Emmanuel is a Visionary Strategist specialising in unlocking clarity and driving emboldened action across the enterprise.

Currently, as a Senior Data & AI Consultant, she doesn't just design systems; she is a catalyst who challenges assumptions, guiding key decision makers to confront the unknown and build for what's next.
Also a data and commercial advisor to founder entrepreneurs, she delivers high-value output to lean startups with data and customer-centric insights that drive mission aligned commercial goals .

Jade is renowned for asking the right questions that unveil the key problems to solve or strongest opportunities to pursue; translating the complexity of AI and data transformation—from agentic AI architectures to enterprise governance—into clear actionable solution roadmaps, compelling narratives that resonate from the technical floor to the executive board.

Her focus is always on measurable impact, ensuring that strategic clarity leads to successful organisational change and growth.

Jade Emmanuel is a Visionary Strategist specialising in unlocking clarity and driving emboldened action across the enterprise. Currently, as a Senior Data & AI Consultant, she doesn't just design systems; she is a catalyst who challenges assumpti... Show more

Claudia Graf-Pfohl

Claudia Graf-Pfohl

Claudia Graf-Pfohl, M.A., is a doctoral researcher in industrial sociology and an applied digital change manager. Since 2021, she has supported companies through complex development processes related to the introduction of new technologies and is a recipient of the Civic Innovation Award and the Marie-Pleißner Prize.

Claudia Graf-Pfohl, M.A., is a doctoral researcher in industrial sociology and an applied digital change manager. Since 2021, she has supported companies through complex development processes related to the introduction of new technologies and is a r... Show more

Jake Butler

Jake Butler

Jake Butler builds software where getting the details wrong has real consequences.

He is the founder of Corvo Labs and the builder behind the lower dB (thelowerdb.com), an independent editorial intelligence desk for people navigating GLP-1 medications — no affiliate rankings, no sponsored content, no clinic partnerships. the lower dB runs on an 11-stage AI editorial pipeline with human review at every publish decision.

He also built FreshProof, a claim verification and freshness-monitoring system that extracts factual claims from published content, verifies them against tiered sources, and tracks when they’re likely to go stale. FreshProof powers post-publish verification for the lower dB and is designed as a standalone API for content teams in healthcare, legal, finance, and general domains.

Jake cares about the craft details most people never notice: the difference between a fluent draft and a sourced article, between a model benchmark score and a production-safe extraction pipeline, and between AI-assisted software and AI slop with a domain name.

Jake Butler builds software where getting the details wrong has real consequences. He is the founder of Corvo Labs and the builder behind the lower dB (thelowerdb.com), an independent editorial intelligence desk for people navigating GLP-1 medicat... Show more

Miguel Angel Arzapalo Villon

Miguel Angel Arzapalo Villon

Miguel Arzapalo Villon es especialista en Microsoft Power Platform y soluciones conversacionales, con experiencia en el desarrollo de aplicaciones empresariales, automatización de procesos y agentes internos con Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, SharePoint, Dataverse, Microsoft Teams, AI Builder e integración vía APIs.

Ha desarrollado soluciones orientadas a la digitalización de procesos, gestión de información, trazabilidad operativa y automatización empresarial en entornos industriales, educativos y de operación minera. Su experiencia incluye el diseño de agentes conversacionales con Copilot Studio, automatizaciones con Power Automate, estructuración de fuentes de conocimiento, prototipos funcionales, integración con servicios externos y uso de herramientas Microsoft para mejorar la eficiencia operativa.
Actualmente combina su experiencia como desarrollador y consultor Power Platform con actividades de formación, impartiendo sesiones prácticas sobre Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Copilot Studio y Microsoft 365 Copilot, aplicando metodologías como Design Thinking, Scrum y enfoques ágiles para resolver problemas reales de negocio mediante soluciones low-code.

Miguel Arzapalo Villon es especialista en Microsoft Power Platform y soluciones conversacionales, con experiencia en el desarrollo de aplicaciones empresariales, automatización de procesos y agentes internos con Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot St... Show more

Christian Andrade

Christian Andrade

PhD in Accounting and Finance from Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP), researching the impact of corporate governance distance on cross-border M&A performance, 11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years as CFO at Fumex Tabacalera (American subsidiary), and 4 years as CIO at CdF International(Dutch Company).

Has successfully led 5 cross-border M&A transactions, leveraging Microsoft Business Central (BC) for financial integration, valuation, and post-merger process harmonization. More than 100 ERP implementations in more than 20 countries.

Holds dual Master’s degrees (Management Science – University of Kent, UK, and Accounting – UFBA), an MBA in Corporate Finance (FGV), and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Computer Science (UFBA). Certified PgMP and PMP (PMI). Recognized for natural leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities, with high commitment, structured thinking, and excellent negotiation skills.

PhD in Accounting and Finance from Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP), researching the impact of corporate governance distance on cross-border M&A performance, 11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years as CFO at Fumex Tabacalera (Am... Show more

Norah Schrum

Norah Schrum

Meet a seasoned professional known in the digital realm as @tekNorah. With over 15+ years of experience in software development and continuous process improvement, they are a strategic technical leader in the digital agency space. Hailing from Mokena, IL, @tekNorah brings a wealth of expertise primarily serving the education, government, and legal industries.

As a seasoned community leader, @tekNorah is deeply ingrained in the tech community, contributing to Drupal and Open Source Software, and serving on the leadership team for MidCamp. Their knack for organic collaboration and ideation has led to significant organizational performance improvements, making them a sought-after figure in the industry.

With a passion for innovation and a commitment to best practices, @tekNorah’s approach to systems design and change management is both meticulous and forward-thinking. Whether it's crafting tailor-designed solutions from concept to launch or coordinating intern and onboarding programs, their dedication to excellence shines through in every endeavor.

Connect with @tekNorah to tap into their expertise and collaborate on your next project. Driving innovation and efficiency gains, @tekNorah is your go-to partner for transformative solutions in the digital landscape.

Meet a seasoned professional known in the digital realm as @tekNorah. With over 15+ years of experience in software development and continuous process improvement, they are a strategic technical leader in the digital agency space. Hailing from Mokena... Show more

Noemi Nagy

Noemi Nagy

Dr. Noémi Nagy is an Assistant Professor of Career & Technical/Workforce Education at the University of South Florida and Affiliate Faculty at the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship. Her research focuses on workforce development, and the psychology of sustainable careers in rapidly changing industries such as technology and cybersecurity. Her research is international and cross-disciplinary and she works with researchers from Switzerland, Germany, Singapore, UK, the U.S. and Australia.
She’s the author of the internationally recognized Career Resources Model, featured in the London School of Economics Business Review, which breaks down the 13 trainable factors that make or break a successful career. Her research goes way beyond theory: it covers how people actually find jobs (job search behavior, published in PNAS), how they shape their roles to fit their strengths (job crafting), and how they can take charge of their careers instead of waiting for luck or management to do it for them.
Altogether, Dr. Nagy’s research has been cited over 800 times around the world and has earned multiple international awards for its real-world impact. She takes what works in Switzerland’s high-trust, precision-driven innovation scene and brings it to Tampa Bay’s fast-growing tech and cybersecurity community, helping professionals and teams build the mindset, motivation, and structure to grow stronger, stay relevant, and perform at their best.
Dr. Nagy is also an active contributor to the local tech community: she won first place at the Tampa Bay Developers Hackathon in 2022 (Best Architecture & Best Visual Design) and hosted the Tampa Devs Career Forum at USF’s College of Education in 2023, where she teaches her model to students, professionals, and entrepreneurs.

Dr. Noémi Nagy is an Assistant Professor of Career & Technical/Workforce Education at the University of South Florida and Affiliate Faculty at the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship. Her research focuses on workforce development, and the psychology of... Show more

Daniel Hoffman

Daniel Hoffman

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

David Singleton

David Singleton

Freelance Consultant and Mentor
Navision/BC Consultant since 1992.
Specializing in recovering failed NAV/BC implementations.

Freelance Consultant and Mentor Navision/BC Consultant since 1992. Specializing in recovering failed NAV/BC implementations. Show more

Mike Foss

Mike Foss

Michael Foss is a Solution Architect who has spent over two decades working across IT, supply chain, and operations leading ERP implementations, building custom solutions with development teams, and improving logistics processes in both hands-on and strategic roles. My approach is grounded in solving real problems, listening closely, and designing systems that last. I enjoy working at the intersection of people, process, and technology whether guiding a project team, solutioning with a focus on simplicity and futureproofing, mentoring colleagues, or helping a business adapt to change. I stay focused on what works best for the organization and remain open to challenges where I can contribute in meaningful ways.

Michael Foss is a Solution Architect who has spent over two decades working across IT, supply chain, and operations leading ERP implementations, building custom solutions with development teams, and improving logistics processes in both hands-on and ... Show more

Okba Allaoua

Okba Allaoua

This is Okba ALLAOUA, a computer systems engineering student at the Higher School of Computer Science Algiers (ESI Ex. INI). I have over four years of experience as an ambitious full stack software engineer, and I have a strong interest for this industry and the cutting-edge technology it provides. My expertise with the various stacks I worked with enables me to build interactive web applications that are completely fully functional.

This is Okba ALLAOUA, a computer systems engineering student at the Higher School of Computer Science Algiers (ESI Ex. INI). I have over four years of experience as an ambitious full stack software engineer, and I have a strong interest for this indu... Show more

Mithun A. Sridharan

Mithun A. Sridharan

I'm Mithun A. Sridharan, an entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker on Strategy, Management Consulting and Digital Transformation. I'm a Forbes Technology Council Thought Leader and a Member of Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. As a strategy and technology executive, I advise senior leaders and corporations derive value from their strategic technology investment portfolios. I am a TEDx speaker and regularly share insights at industry conferences and corporate events. I have also contributed thought leadership to high-impact journals and magazines, such as the World Economic Forum, the American Banker, Wired, Bloomberg, etc. I hold an MBA from ESMT Berlin, a Master of Science from Christian Albrechts University of Kiel, both in Germany and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Madras, India.

I'm Mithun A. Sridharan, an entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker on Strategy, Management Consulting and Digital Transformation. I'm a Forbes Technology Council Thought Leader and a Member of Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. As a strategy... Show more

Jenn Claridge

Jenn Claridge

Jenn Claridge is a Microsoft MVP and trusted advisor in Business Central, specializing in manufacturing and service-focused organizations. She helps small and mid-sized businesses translate ERP strategy into practical, real-world execution.

With deep hands-on experience across sales, warehousing, projects, manufacturing, and service management, Jenn is known for making complex systems approachable and actionable. Her work focuses on operational maturity, adoption, and enabling organizations to move beyond simply using Business Central to creating measurable business value with it.

Jenn is recognized for her practical speaking style and her ability to connect leadership strategy with day-to-day execution, ensuring technology investments support long-term growth and confident decision-making.

In her spare time she rescues cats and sharing her knowledge via jennclaridge.com.

Jenn Claridge is a Microsoft MVP and trusted advisor in Business Central, specializing in manufacturing and service-focused organizations. She helps small and mid-sized businesses translate ERP strategy into practical, real-world execution. With d... Show more

Mike Chisholm

Mike Chisholm

Mike Chisholm is a visionary leader and strategic powerhouse, renowned for his ability to drive transformative growth and operational excellence across diverse industries. He holds an executive MBA from Ivey Business School. Over the course of his career, Mike has generated nearly a billion dollars in enterprise value, showcasing his exceptional impact on business performance.

Mike is Founder and CEO of Chisholm Consulting Group Inc. www.chisholmconsultinggroup.com and has spent decades helping boards, executives, and business owners navigate complex challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Mike’s areas of expertise include:
-Mergers and Acquisitions
-Turnarounds
-Due diligence
-Growth strategy development

With a robust background that includes senior leadership roles in logistics, supply chain optimization, and corporate development, Mike combines hands-on operational experience with sharp strategic insight.

In addition to consulting, Mike shares his knowledge through speaking engagements and writing for the most widely read publication that bridges the gap between academic research and business practice (Harvard Business Review), offering thought leadership on a wide range of topics including self-advocacy in the corporate world to professional global logistics trends and transformative business strategies.

Mike’s approach is defined by decisive action, clear communication, and an unwavering commitment to creating lasting value for stakeholders. Whether architecting bold growth strategies or tackling operational challenges head-on, Mike Chisholm stands as a trusted partner in driving success and shaping the future of businesses worldwide.

Mike Chisholm is a visionary leader and strategic powerhouse, renowned for his ability to drive transformative growth and operational excellence across diverse industries. He holds an executive MBA from Ivey Business School. Over the course of his ca... Show more

Astha Bhatiya

Astha Bhatiya

Astha Bhatiya is a Business Analyst and AI-focused builder who specializes in turning data into real-world impact. With experience across SQL, Python, AWS, and enterprise data systems, she designs scalable solutions that improve decision-making, automate workflows, and enhance system reliability.
Her work spans data analytics, ETL pipelines, and production environments, where she focuses on bridging the gap between business needs and technical execution. She is particularly passionate about applying AI in practical scenarios.such as anomaly detection, intelligent reporting, and workflow automation to solve real business problems.
Astha also brings a strong builder mindset, having developed AI-powered applications including The Wealth Gallery, an award-winning interactive platform that enables users to learn finance through conversations with historical figures.
As a speaker, she shares actionable insights on applying AI in business, building scalable data systems, and evolving from analyst to AI-driven problem solver. Her sessions are practical, relatable, and focused on helping professionals move from data to decisions.

Astha Bhatiya is a Business Analyst and AI-focused builder who specializes in turning data into real-world impact. With experience across SQL, Python, AWS, and enterprise data systems, she designs scalable solutions that improve decision-making, auto... Show more

Andrzej Strzala

Andrzej Strzala

A data engineer by passion, an architect and tech lead by profession, and, more recently, a blogger in my spare time. I have over a decade of experience. I specialize in designing robust data architectures, getting the most out of modern tools such as Microsoft Fabric, Azure, and Power BI. I help organizations understand their data and translate it into concrete business insights.

A data engineer by passion, an architect and tech lead by profession, and, more recently, a blogger in my spare time. I have over a decade of experience. I specialize in designing robust data architectures, getting the most out of modern tools such a... Show more

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