Sonu George is a cross-disciplinary leader working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, sustainability, and ethics. Her expertise spans Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Computer Vision, where she has consistently explored how technology can be scaled responsibly to create measurable impact.
She has represented her work on global stages such as Google Accelerator for Startups AI 2025 and VivaTech Paris, where she shared her perspective on the future of AI, innovation ecosystems, and sustainable technology adoption. Sonu’s unique approach combines deep technical fluency with a strong sense of strategy, allowing her to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and practical applications that drive real-world change.
In addition to her technical leadership, Sonu is a passionate advocate for diversity in technology and leadership. She mentors early-career professionals, offering candid career advice to those considering a switch into AI, and guiding professionals on how to stand out in a fast-changing industry where roles are being reshaped by automation. She speaks openly about resilience, adaptability, and building value beyond the algorithm.
Outside of work, Sonu is also a dancer, finding creativity and balance through movement, which she brings into her philosophy of leadership and innovation.

Sonu George is a cross-disciplinary leader working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, sustainability, and ethics. Her expertise spans Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Computer Vision, where she has consistently explored how technolo... Show more

Awarded the BQF Excellenteer accolade by HRH The Princess Royal at Wembley Stadium in March 2025, and named the Lean Competency System Global Champion 2025, I am passionate about building high-performing cultures where people leadership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence thrive.

Alongside receiving a Global Recognition Award™ 2025 for outstanding impact in leadership and continuous improvement, I bring over 25 years of hands-on experience leading transformation across industries, including major tenures with Amazon and Royal Mail, proving that when people thrive, performance follows.

As a globally recognised voice in Leadership and Continuous Improvement, I hold elite qualifications including Lean Mastery (MBB), Lean Six Sigma Post-HBO Black Belt (Post-Bachelor’s level – ISO 18404), and Lean Leader (ISO 18404). My leadership philosophy combines CI principles with core role-model behaviours, driving lasting high performance and meaningful cultural change.

I am the author of The Emergence of an Unexpected Leader and Building the Bridge to Inspirational Leadership, and host of the multi-award-nominated Ever-So-Lean Podcast, where I simplify complex CI concepts into actionable insights that inspire and enable real progress.

My frameworks — such as The Bridge to Inspirational Leadership — help leaders engage, inspire, and elevate teams, achieving sustainable results. Whether transforming large-scale operations or coaching individuals, I build environments where people and performance thrive together.

A finalist for Excellence in People Development & Engagement at the Excellence Awards 2025, I’ve developed the Ever-So-Lean Learning Series and Rising Stars™ Programmes, accredited initiatives that equip emerging leaders and change professionals with the mindset, skills, and confidence to drive long-term success.

My passion is unlocking potential, in individuals and organisations alike, removing barriers to success and creating spaces where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to drive meaningful change.

Whether leading transformation, coaching executives, or shaping the next generation of leaders, I bring clarity, energy, and authenticity to every engagement.

If you’re ready to unlock your people’s full potential and build a culture of excellence, let’s talk.

Awarded the BQF Excellenteer accolade by HRH The Princess Royal at Wembley Stadium in March 2025, and named the Lean Competency System Global Champion 2025, I am passionate about building high-performing cultures where people leadership, continuous i... Show more

With 20 years of experience in sales – including more than a decade focused on Microsoft Add-On solutions – I’ve built a deep specialization in production processes within Dynamics NAV and Business Central. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong understanding of the challenges in production workflows and how to effectively address them using our Add-On tools.

In addition to driving sales, I have been deeply involved in the pre-sales process, supporting partners by offering tailored demonstrations and ensuring that the proposed solutions meet their customers' specific business needs.

My ongoing objective is to empower partners by delivering solutions that streamline production processes and enhance operational efficiency.

With 20 years of experience in sales – including more than a decade focused on Microsoft Add-On solutions – I’ve built a deep specialization in production processes within Dynamics NAV and Business Central. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong und... Show more

With 15 years of experience, I specialize in building cloud infrastructure with an API-first approach.
As a Software Engineer and DevOps lead in fintech and advertising, I've led multiple successful
cloud transformations. Currently, I help organizations build effective, developer-centric platforms
that drive innovation and efficiency.

With 15 years of experience, I specialize in building cloud infrastructure with an API-first approach. As a Software Engineer and DevOps lead in fintech and advertising, I've led multiple successful cloud transformations. Currently, I help organi... Show more

Daniel Theobald is a visionary leader in robotics, AI, and automation, with decades of experience at the forefront of innovation. With 67 issued patents and over 30 patents pending, Daniel has made significant contributions to shaping the future of intelligent technology.

Daniel achieved a perfect academic record at MIT and was chosen by the faculty as "the student who has achieved the highest academic standing and has exceptional potential for impact on technology and society." He was awarded the prestigious Henry Ford II Scholar award, and was chosen as both an NSF and Hertz Foundation Fellow. Daniel founded Vecna.com in 1998, pioneering advancements in robotics and healthcare access. He later co-founded MassRobotics.org, a non-profit organization driving the global robotics industry, and in 2018, founded VecnaRobotics.com, a global leader in autonomous forklift technology.

Daniel’s work extends beyond healthcare and industrial robotics into sustainable agriculture through TwistedFields.com, a research farm in beautiful San Gregorio, CA which provides free consulting and test space to startups in the agtech space. In 2024 he seed funded Rotate8.com, an amazing farm robotics company that is building multi-purpose solar-powered farming robots that farmers can actually afford.

Daniel does significant pro-bono work. He helps a number of VC firms with technical due diligence, and mentors numerous founders and startups. He provides free consulting to organizations trying to automate. He helps them differentiate robust, scalable solutions from hype, believing that automation project success benefits the industry as a whole. For larger projects, Daniel and his team at Mekable.com provide expert consulting, simulation and automation product/process development to help organizations large and small navigate their automation journey with confidence.

Daniel is a leader on the integration of AI, Robotics, and IoT into society, inspiring audiences to explore the transformative potential of technology to create a sustainable, equitable future.

Daniel Theobald is a visionary leader in robotics, AI, and automation, with decades of experience at the forefront of innovation. With 67 issued patents and over 30 patents pending, Daniel has made significant contributions to shaping the future of i... Show more

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 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 software engineer, and I have a strong interest for this industry and th... Show more

Sadiq Adamu Abubakar is a Nigerian software engineer, entrepreneur, and visionary innovator at the forefront of AI-powered e-commerce. As the Founder and CEO of GldCart, Sadiq is building one of the world’s first AI-native commerce platforms, a transformative infrastructure designed to empower vendors, streamline retail operations, and redefine the customer experience through intelligent automation and personalization.

Born with a passion for technology and purpose-driven leadership, Sadiq earned his Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering (Summa Cum Laude) from Brigham Young University–Idaho, after transferring from Independence Community College. His academic journey laid the foundation for a career focused on solving complex problems through scalable, ethical technology.

GldCart, his flagship venture, reflects Sadiq’s long-term commitment to innovation, inclusion, and impact. The platform leverages machine learning to help vendors gain deeper insights into buyer behavior, optimize sales, and reduce inefficiencies all while providing buyers with a smarter and more intuitive shopping experience. Under Sadiq’s leadership, GldCart is being positioned to become a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem with global reach and local empowerment.

Sadiq’s work has been featured in media outlets like LNGFRM, HardReset, and Success Quarterly, where he’s recognized for his entrepreneurial insight, team-building leadership, and bold vision for AI in commerce. He is also working toward securing intellectual property protections for GldCart’s technology and establishing strong metrics of national and global impact.

Sadiq Adamu Abubakar is a Nigerian software engineer, entrepreneur, and visionary innovator at the forefront of AI-powered e-commerce. As the Founder and CEO of GldCart, Sadiq is building one of the world’s first AI-native commerce platforms, a trans... Show more

Ifeoma is a software engineer with a strong foundation in software development and a user-centred approach to building inclusive digital products. Skilled in JavaScript, ReactJS, CSS, Storybook, and APIs, she brings a well-rounded perspective to her engineering work, shaped by cross-functional experience in product discovery, developer education, and digital accessibility.

She has delivered accessible, user-focused web interfaces, internal tools, and scalable design systems across both B2C and B2B environments. Her interest in how users experience digital products led her to attend Product School, where she deepened her expertise in product discovery and user research, equipping her to contribute at every stage of the product and software development lifecycle.

Beyond hands-on engineering and product work, Ifeoma is a recognised community leader and conference speaker, having shared insights at technical events on topics like accessibility, web performance, and developer tooling. Her project delivery experience includes launching global initiatives with partner institutions and overseeing the successful delivery of digital products in cross-functional, multinational teams.

With a passion for teaching, sharing knowledge, and advocating for inclusive design, Ifeoma has worked as a Developer Educator and LinkedIn Learning Instructor, creating educational content that helps teams and individuals build more usable, accessible experiences. From leading cross-functional product initiatives to scaling accessible component libraries and shaping developer education, her work consistently drives impact at the intersection of technology, people, and inclusion, thus earning her the UK Global Talent Award in Technology.

Ifeoma is a software engineer with a strong foundation in software development and a user-centred approach to building inclusive digital products. Skilled in JavaScript, ReactJS, CSS, Storybook, and APIs, she brings a well-rounded perspective to her ... Show more

The Founder of Mastishk, an AI-powered personalised learning platform designed to empower students, teachers, and parents through intelligent assessments and adaptive learning. With a vision to make education more human, personalised, and purposeful, he is leading Mastishk’s mission to bring high-quality learning innovation to Tier-2 and Tier-3 schools in India.

Before founding Mastishk, Manoj served as Head of AI & Software Centre India at Rolls-Royce Power Systems, where he scaled a 75+ member team, delivered enterprise-grade digital transformation, and initiated AI strategy for global business units.

An Executive MBA graduate from IIT Bombay and Washington University in St. Louis, Manoj brings a rare blend of technical depth, strategic vision, and human-centred leadership, making him a sought-after speaker on AI in education, the future of learning, and leading with empathy in a digital world.

The Founder of Mastishk, an AI-powered personalised learning platform designed to empower students, teachers, and parents through intelligent assessments and adaptive learning. With a vision to make education more human, personalised, and purposeful,... Show more

After navigating the ever-changing cosmos of technology for over three decades, orchestrating the deployment and management of devices across diverse constellations, my celestial journey eventually led me to the heart of Microsoft. For the past 20 years, I’ve been a steadfast crew member, charting new courses as a Principal Product Manager in the Intune Engineering team. Recently, I embarked on a new orbit, joining Ericsson as Global Product Owner for Unified Endpoint Management and Privileged Access Workstations, continuing my passion for Intune and secure device management, now from a different vantage point.

After navigating the ever-changing cosmos of technology for over three decades, orchestrating the deployment and management of devices across diverse constellations, my celestial journey eventually led me to the heart of Microsoft. For the past 20 ye... Show more

Sohaib Imran Bhatti is a Senior Camera ISP Algorithms Engineer at 10xEngineers, California.
Over the past five years, he has specialized in Camera Image Signal Processors (ISPs), beginning as an Algorithms Engineer building calibration algorithms for commercial ISP tuning tools. He has led the development of Infinite ISP, an open-source camera pipeline, managing system architecture and FPGA integration (Xilinx Kria). He has also led the development of the CUDA ISP, a GPU-based configurable pipeline for edge imaging. Separately, he has architected the Polyphase Video Scaler IP, a low-latency, high-quality scaler supporting dynamic resolution and cropping. He has delivered a hands-on ISP course at Electronic Imaging 2025.

Sohaib Imran Bhatti is a Senior Camera ISP Algorithms Engineer at 10xEngineers, California. Over the past five years, he has specialized in Camera Image Signal Processors (ISPs), beginning as an Algorithms Engineer building calibration algorithms fo... Show more

Before I ever encountered Agile, I spent nearly a decade navigating the worlds of Project and Product Management, constantly problem-solving, managing competing priorities, and bumping up against the same frustrating patterns: legacy systems, outdated processes, and organizational cultures resistant to change. It often felt like great work was possible, but buried beneath layers of complexity and inertia.

Then, I discovered Agile, not just as a methodology but as a new way of seeing. Suddenly, what had felt immovable started to shift. Change no longer seemed like an abstract hope; it became accessible, actionable, and human. But that’s when the real work began.

Agile isn't just a set of practices; it's a language, mindset, and way of operating that challenges our deepest assumptions about control, predictability, and progress. Bringing that into organisations often felt like painting with watercolors on iron steel.

To cut through, I began creating visuals and frameworks that made complex concepts simple and abstract ideas tangible. This became a superpower: turning clarity into capability. That’s how The Agile Xpert was born. A platform dedicated to helping coaches and teams move beyond buzzwords to real, resonant transformation.

Today, I work as an enterprise agility coach and leadership consultant, partnering with senior leaders, teams, and organisations ready to rethink what’s possible. Whether I’m coaching executives, facilitating change, or speaking on stage, I bring a deep curiosity, strategic insight, and a passion for making agility not only understood but lived.

My work focuses on:

Agile Coaching: Translating Agile into culture, behaviour, and sustainable practice.

Systems Thinking: Helping organisations see the bigger picture and untangle complexity.

Agile Leadership: Supporting leaders in shifting mindsets, not just metrics.

Visual Facilitation: Using design and storytelling to spark insight and engagement.

Whether you're new to Agile or leading an enterprise-wide transformation, my mission is simple: to help you see clearly, think differently, and lead with confidence in a world of constant change.

Before I ever encountered Agile, I spent nearly a decade navigating the worlds of Project and Product Management, constantly problem-solving, managing competing priorities, and bumping up against the same frustrating patterns: legacy systems, outdate... 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

Philip holds a Bachelor's degree in computer science and economics from the Vienna University of Technology and a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering.

In 2024 Philip co founded Glasskube, an Open Source Developer Tooling company that maintains multiple projects in the MCP ecosystem.

Before working at Glasskube, Philip helped build up the alerting infrastructure for firefighting organizations in Austria and Germany as CTO.

Philip holds a Bachelor's degree in computer science and economics from the Vienna University of Technology and a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering. In 2024 Philip co founded Glasskube, an Open Source Developer Tooling company that maintai... Show more

Aerospace engineer and Data Scientist that turned entrepreneur, spinning-off a deep tech research project into a startup idea in Germany to solve an expensive problem for the manufacturing industry using Computer Vision.

Overall, contributed to projects with NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts and MIT GeneSys, worked with Artefact data consulting and the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology (IPT), and advocates for Intel as a Software Innovator and oneAPI Student Ambassador.

Aerospace engineer and Data Scientist that turned entrepreneur, spinning-off a deep tech research project into a startup idea in Germany to solve an expensive problem for the manufacturing industry using Computer Vision. Overall, contributed to pr... 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

Sven Levels is an expert in all areas of data analysis and visualization. Using Power BI and other tools within the Power Platform, he constructs comprehensive end-to-end solutions for automating business processes.

Sven Levels is an expert in all areas of data analysis and visualization. Using Power BI and other tools within the Power Platform, he constructs comprehensive end-to-end solutions for automating business processes. Show more

Shawn is passionate about harnessing the power of data strategy, engineering, and analytics in order to help businesses uncover new opportunities. As an innovative technologist with over 15 years of experience, Shawn removes technology as a barrier and broadens the art of the possible for business and product leaders. His holistic view of technology and emphasis on developing and motivating strong engineering talent, with a focus on delivering outcomes whilst minimising outputs, is one of the characteristics which sets him apart from the crowd.

Shawn’s deep technical knowledge includes distributed computing, cloud architecture, data science, machine learning, and engineering analytics platforms. He has years of experience working as a consultant practitioner for a variety of prestigious clients ranging from secret clearance level government organizations to Fortune 500 companies.

Shawn is passionate about harnessing the power of data strategy, engineering, and analytics in order to help businesses uncover new opportunities. As an innovative technologist with over 15 years of experience, Shawn removes technology as a barrier a... 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

Katie is a software developer and Scrum trainer at Reply Comsysto. Over the past 5 years, she has been involved in complex projects spanning various domains, from semiconductor manufacturing to food supply chains.
Developing quality software products requires a team effort. Therefore, her focus is on fostering a collaborative team culture, promoting an agile mindset, and evolving suitable processes within the organization continuously.

Katie is a software developer and Scrum trainer at Reply Comsysto. Over the past 5 years, she has been involved in complex projects spanning various domains, from semiconductor manufacturing to food supply chains. Developing quality software produc... 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

I am an AI researcher at the CIAD Laboratory at UTBM in France, working on computer vision, robotics, and applied AI. My work focuses on deploying vision-based and intelligent robotic systems in real industrial environments, with a strong emphasis on robustness, scalability, and seamless integration into existing systems. My research spans perception for robotics, multi-sensor fusion, and deep learning for visual inspection.

I am an AI researcher at the CIAD Laboratory at UTBM in France, working on computer vision, robotics, and applied AI. My work focuses on deploying vision-based and intelligent robotic systems in real industrial environments, with a strong emphasis on... Show more

Certified Supply Chain Professional with expertise in end-to-end supply chain planning in manufacturing and distribution operations with extensive knowledge of global inventory management. Providing adaptive focus for analysis to changing global and local industry markets to identify and mitigate risk to the continued flow of goods throughout a global supply chain through to the shop floor and out the door.

Certified Supply Chain Professional with expertise in end-to-end supply chain planning in manufacturing and distribution operations with extensive knowledge of global inventory management. Providing adaptive focus for analysis to changing global and ... Show more

Joined Applied Materials Automation Products Group in 2020. Currently GPM for Asset Trace, Maintenance Management, Alarm Management and Monitor Products. Before was with BASF in Global Marketing Manager & Innovation Manager roles. Yoram has a PhD from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Joined Applied Materials Automation Products Group in 2020. Currently GPM for Asset Trace, Maintenance Management, Alarm Management and Monitor Products. Before was with BASF in Global Marketing Manager & Innovation Manager roles. Yoram has a PhD f... Show more

Thanigaivel Rangasamy is an accomplished Information Technology Program Manager and Senior Project Manager with over 20 years of experience delivering large-scale technology, quality assurance, and security-focused programs across diverse industries, including telecommunications, airlines, banking, life sciences, retail, manufacturing, and e-commerce
He has a proven track record of leading end-to-end program delivery, managing cross-functional and global teams, and partnering closely with stakeholders to achieve business and technology objectives. Thanigaivel brings deep expertise in program and project management, QA leadership, test automation, security remediation, and process improvement, with hands-on experience across Agile, SAFe, Waterfall, and DevOps methodologies
Throughout his career, he has successfully led complex initiatives involving system integration, performance, security, and UAT testing, while driving quality metrics, release governance, and continuous improvement. He is highly skilled in tools such as JIRA, HP ALM, Selenium, UFT, Jenkins, GitHub, ServiceNow, and cloud platforms, and has strong capabilities in data analysis, SQL, backend validation, and automation frameworks
Thanigaivel holds a Master’s degree in Computer Applications and is a PMP, Certified Scrum Master, SAFe 6 Practitioner, and ISTQB Advanced Test Manager. Known for his hands-on leadership style, he combines strategic thinking with execution excellence to deliver high-quality, compliant, and scalable solutions across global enterprises.

Thanigaivel Rangasamy is an accomplished Information Technology Program Manager and Senior Project Manager with over 20 years of experience delivering large-scale technology, quality assurance, and security-focused programs across diverse industries,... Show more

Deepak Bajaj is an IT consulting professional with over 23 years of experience delivering enterprise-scale ERP and supply chain transformation initiatives across pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and high-technology industries. His career spans senior roles as a Business Systems Analyst, Oracle SCM Functional Consultant, and Project/Delivery Lead, with a consistent focus on architecting and implementing mission-critical supply chain solutions.
He specializes in Oracle E-Business Suite (11i/R12) and Oracle Fusion Cloud Supply Chain Management, with deep functional expertise across Procure-to-Pay (P2P) / Source-to-Pay (S2P), Order Management including Purchasing, iProcurement, Shipping, Bill of Materials (BOM), and Work in Process (WIP). His work supports complex, end-to-end enterprise processes, including Order-to-Cash (O2C) and Forecast/Demand-to-Plan, enabling improved operational visibility, control, and execution.
Across multiple large-scale engagements, Deepak has led full lifecycle ERP initiatives, encompassing requirements definition, gap analysis, solution architecture, system configuration, integrations, testing (SIT/UAT), user enablement, cutover planning, and post-go-live stabilization. His experience extends beyond implementation to long-term system optimization and managed services support, contributing to sustainable operational performance.
In his recent engagement, Deepak serves as the Order Management Lead for the implementation of Oracle Fusion Order Management at Altera, a semiconductor manufacturing company based in San Jose, California. Altera, formerly part of Intel and now operating as an independent entity following its acquisition by a private investment firm (with Intel retaining a minority stake), is undergoing a significant enterprise transformation initiative.
As part of this initiative, Deepak Bajaj serves as the Order Management Lead as a consulting specialist from HCL Technologies, supporting the implementation of Oracle Fusion Order Management. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading the functional design and implementation of complex order orchestration, fulfillment workflows, and system integrations within Oracle Fusion SCM—requirements characteristic of high-technology and semiconductor manufacturing environments.
Deepak holds an MBA from IIT Delhi and a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering, complemented by advanced education in artificial intelligence and machine learning for business applications. He also maintains multiple professional certifications, including Oracle Fusion, Oracle E-Business Suite, ITIL® 4, Agile and Project Management, and AWS Cloud Solution Architect – Associate, reflecting sustained professional development and cross-disciplinary expertise.

Deepak Bajaj is an IT consulting professional with over 23 years of experience delivering enterprise-scale ERP and supply chain transformation initiatives across pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and high-technology industries. His career spans senior r... Show more

John is known for his leadership, which facilitates strong teamwork and positive working relationships.

John has more than 25 years of experience with Microsoft ERP solutions as a consultant, user, IT support, and controller. His breadth of experience includes working with hundreds of ERP implementations. He has extensive experience with SQL and performance tuning, report writing using Excel, SSRS, and other tools. On the functional side, John has expertise in the distribution modules, including inventory, sales order processing, and purchase order processing.

John is known for his leadership, which facilitates strong teamwork and positive working relationships. John has more than 25 years of experience with Microsoft ERP solutions as a consultant, user, IT support, and controller. His breadth of experi... Show more

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

Shivendra Kumar is a results-driven supply chain and demand planning leader currently serving as Manager of Demand Planning at Amazon in Seattle. With over a decade of experience spanning technology and manufacturing sectors, he has built his expertise across logistics forecasting, automation, and operational excellence.
At Amazon, Shivendra leads a team of seven demand planners, developing ML-based forecasting products that have generated significant cost savings and revenue improvements for the Heavy & Bulky business. His innovative forecasting models have achieved remarkable accuracy improvements, including reducing forecast error from 22% to 12% WAPE, resulting in $80MM in operational cost savings. He has also created ML-driven forecasting products that helped increase revenue by approximately $40M annually.
Prior to Amazon, Shivendra held key roles at Dell Technologies as Worldwide Demand Planner for their $20B+ Enterprise Storage Business, and various operations and engineering positions at Caterpillar Inc. across multiple global locations. His career began after earning a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology-BHU, followed by an MBA with specializations in Supply Chain, Finance & Strategy from Penn State's Smeal College of Business.
Known for his expertise in machine learning, forecasting, and process automation, Shivendra has consistently delivered measurable results through data-driven solutions and cross-functional leadership. He combines technical proficiency in Python, SQL, and advanced analytics with strong leadership skills, having coached team members to senior roles and led numerous strategic initiatives across his career.

Shivendra Kumar is a results-driven supply chain and demand planning leader currently serving as Manager of Demand Planning at Amazon in Seattle. With over a decade of experience spanning technology and manufacturing sectors, he has built his experti... Show more