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

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

Mitul is a Microsoft Certified Trainer & Architect in Cloud operation at Trelleborg Group. He has around ten years of experience with Microsoft infrastructure solutions and have expertise in interest areas like Azure, Office365, Power Platform, SharePoint, Cloud Security and other related MS technologies. He previously contributed as SharePoint Saturday conference speaker in India at several places. He is more interested in exploring now in several cloud solution and related security areas with a passion to deliver more to the business from MS products suites.

Mitul is a Microsoft Certified Trainer & Architect in Cloud operation at Trelleborg Group. He has around ten years of experience with Microsoft infrastructure solutions and have expertise in interest areas like Azure, Office365, Power Platform, Share... Show more

I am a passionate believer in the potential of others, often described as a “hopeless people romantic.” My mission is to uplift and support those around me, seeing the best in them and helping them realize their capabilities. Drawing inspiration from Aaron and Hur in the Bible, I thrive being the supportive figure who lifts others up during their battles, ensuring they achieve their goals and dreams. Investing in people has an eternal impact. My dedication lies in empowering people and championing their hidden potential.

My role as a Human Capital Advisor, I am often engaged as Leadership Development Trainer and Executive Coach at Paratus Consulting Co, I assist executives and HR experts in optimizing leadership development. With a rich 26-year background spanning executive HR, entrepreneurship, engineering, sales, and marketing, I utilize my multifaceted experience to craft and implement people-centric strategies that yield tangible outcomes.

I consult with clients across diverse industries, including energy, finance, logistics, real estate, and manufacturing, focusing on organizational strategy, talent management, employee relations, compensation design, and performance management. I hold certifications in Balanced Scorecard, OKR, and 360 Assessment. Additionally, I have developed and delivered online courses, masterminds, and books centered on personal and professional development. My mission is to assist individuals in becoming the best versions of themselves and in achieving their objectives.

I am a passionate believer in the potential of others, often described as a “hopeless people romantic.” My mission is to uplift and support those around me, seeing the best in them and helping them realize their capabilities. Drawing inspiration from... Show more

As an accomplished professional with over 9+ years of academic and industrial experience in business development, I have gained extensive exposure in international business. I have conducted numerous face-to-face meetings, visited clients and customers, and participated in exhibitions and seminars in over 15+ countries. I have also been fortunate to attend several conferences and close multiple sales deals, allowing me to gain a deep understanding of the market, import/export, and various technical aspects of different markets and products.

In addition to my expertise in sales management, project management, people management, communication, and team building, I also have experience in digital marketing, brand building, online ads, Facebook and Google, website creation, and content writing. As a visiting faculty member, mentor, and career advisor, I have trained numerous teams and individuals, helping them to develop their skills and achieve their career goals.

My reputation for being industrious, diligent, and resourceful has helped me become a sales tactician, leading a team of dedicated professionals. I am skilled in strategic planning, budgeting, branding, and product launching, which has helped me develop a reputation for delivering results and exceeding expectations.

Over the course of my career, I have successfully launched numerous products and services, built strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders, and identified and pursued new business opportunities.

As an accomplished professional with over 9+ years of academic and industrial experience in business development, I have gained extensive exposure in international business. I have conducted numerous face-to-face meetings, visited clients and custome... Show more

Ranjan Relan is a AI and Data Strategy Consultant. He has more than 13+ years of experience in the field of data analytics and what he calls ABC of new technology i.e. AI, Big data and cloud computing. Ranjan Relan has advised multiple Fortune 100 firms on data strategy and adoption of AI. He also has advised and mentored education startups such as upgrad.com, udacity.com , HT funded Digiperform, etc.

Here are some of links of his speaking/mentoring/authoring course/talks etc.

-Author of "OPtimizing Microsoft AI solutions" course https://app.pluralsight.com/profile/author/ranjan-relan
-Industrial mentor for designing Upgrad.com course on PG Diploma on Big Data
-Mentor for Data Science – Udacity.com
-Writing book on AI/Machine Learning with BPB publishers (India’s largest publishing house for Computer Science books)
-Completed master equivalent course from ISB Hyderabad (Business Analytics)
-Guest Speaker: IIM Kashipur (India's top B school) (https://www.twipu.com/IIMKsp/tweet/1165150944956305408)
-Guest Speaker: IIM Jammu (India's top B school)
https://www.facebook.com/iimjammu/posts/data-is-the-new-oil-artificial-intelligence-is-the-new-electricityindustry-inter/3262654417094899/

Ranjan Relan is a AI and Data Strategy Consultant. He has more than 13+ years of experience in the field of data analytics and what he calls ABC of new technology i.e. AI, Big data and cloud computing. Ranjan Relan has advised multiple Fortune 100 ... Show more

Hello. I’m Nikola and I'm an experienced software architect. I’m motivated by big problems, and if you’ve got some, I can help solve them.

I consider myself a problem solver, and an active thinker. Most of my time I am defining, designing, and implementing highly secure, highly available applications in cloud environments. I have been organizing the build process, getting user and customer feedback, and connecting the pieces into magnificent software solutions.

I love working with people to do things bigger than I could accomplish alone. Currently, I am working within the Sanofi Technology, Expertise and Innovation as Web Application Platform Manager.

Earlier, I worked as a Managing Officer | Principal Software Architect in Movilitas. I trained and led an amazing team of developers. Together we built a successful SaaS solution for the supply chain domain Movilitas.Cloud.

If you are interested in learning more about me check out my website:

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Hello. I’m Nikola and I'm an experienced software architect. I’m motivated by big problems, and if you’ve got some, I can help solve them. I consider myself a problem solver, and an active thinker. Most of my time I am defining, designing, and imp... Show more

As a solution architect with a specialization in Microsoft technologies and a passion for innovation & progress, I support my clients in their digital business development.

As a solution architect with a specialization in Microsoft technologies and a passion for innovation & progress, I support my clients in their digital business development. Show more

Gregor has been developing and teaching software engineering since 2000 and has a passion for writing code which is easy to read and to maintain.

He consults as a software engineer and architect and presents on technical topics that address all aspects of full stack development.

Gregor is an active Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and loves learning as much as he does teaching. His current certifications include MCSD: App Builder, MCSA: Web Applications, and AWS Developer Associate.

When he is not programming, Gregor loves spending time with his family, coaching his kids, working with wood or improving his home.

Gregor has been developing and teaching software engineering since 2000 and has a passion for writing code which is easy to read and to maintain. He consults as a software engineer and architect and presents on technical topics that address all a... Show more

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence.
he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365 CE, Azure, and Microsoft Fabric solutions for mid-market enterprises in healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and government sectors.
Holding an MSc in Data Science from University of East London (2025) and an MSc in Global Management from Paris ESLSCA Business School (2017), Ahmed represents the convergence of deep technical expertise and strategic business acumen. His dissertation research on coastal flooding risk prediction using machine learning algorithms, Dover UK Case Study, achieved 94% accuracy, demonstrating his capability to build production-grade predictive models that address critical real-world challenges.
With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Ahmed has led large-scale Dynamics 365 implementations across multiple countries including Egypt, Saudi Arabia,UAE, Angola, and the UK. At Misr El Kheir Foundation, he achieved a 35% improvement in process automation and 20% increase in project delivery efficiency while managing cross-functional teams. As Digital Product Manager at SAED International, he integrated AI and ML technologies to achieve 20% growth in user retention.
Ahmed's international experience across multiple EMEA countries provides unique insights into adapting Microsoft technologies for diverse regulatory frameworks, cultural contexts, and market conditions. He is particularly recognized for his ability to translate complex data science concepts into practical business applications that deliver measurable ROI.
As founder of Frabo Business Consulting since 2020, Ahmed has secured strategic partnerships and expanded into new markets, positioning the company as a leader in intelligent automation and predictive analytics consulting. This is his inaugural speaking engagement in the UK Power Platform community.

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence. he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platfo... Show more

I am an IT Principal a Principal Architect within the AI Center of Enablement at Cigna/Evernorth, where I lead the architecture of enterprise-scale Artificial Intelligence platforms. As an IEEE Senior Member, I specialize in bridging the gap between complex legacy ecosystems and cutting-edge Generative AI.

Currently, I am focused on building foundational Enterprise AI Platforms, including a Knowledge Graph Platform designed to tap into multimodal enterprise knowledge, and establishing AI FinOps frameworks to optimize model cost and performance. My background includes architecting GenAI underwriting and regulatory systems that process over 266 million documents annually, leveraging Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and LLM Observability to ensure consistency and compliance.

I am also an active researcher and author, having published work on Generative AI for MES Optimization, LLM-driven Digital Manufacturing, and Edge AI for On-Site Health Risk Scoring. Beyond my corporate and academic work, I am the creator and maintainer of Syda, an open-source Python library for AI-powered synthetic data generation

I am an IT Principal a Principal Architect within the AI Center of Enablement at Cigna/Evernorth, where I lead the architecture of enterprise-scale Artificial Intelligence platforms. As an IEEE Senior Member, I specialize in bridging the gap between ... Show more

Marco Tulio Gómez, profesional con 30 años de experiencia en Tecnologías de la Información, se destaca por su especialización en análisis empresarial y sistemas de apoyo a la toma de decisiones, con enfoque en la plataforma de datos de Microsoft. Actualmente, es Gerente General de Soluciones Computarizadas y docente en la Maestría de Business Analytics de la Universidad Galileo.

Su destacada trayectoria incluye roles clave en Kimberly Clark Professional como CRM & Commercial Intelligence Leader, en Tigo Guatemala como Arquitecto de Soluciones OLAP, y en CADS.S.A (Grupo Tecun) como Gerente de Operaciones. Además, ha colaborado con empresas de consultoría local, aportando experiencia en soluciones tecnológicas.

Como conferencista en eventos tecnológicos en diversos países, Marco Tulio comparte valiosas perspectivas y actualizaciones sobre las últimas tendencias. Respaldando su experiencia con más de 10 certificaciones técnicas, incluyendo Microsoft Certified Trainer y Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer Associate, se destaca como un líder influyente y conferencista altamente capacitado en el ámbito de las Tecnologías de la Información. Su compromiso con la excelencia técnica y su versatilidad en diversos roles le confieren una perspectiva única y valiosa en el actual panorama tecnológico.

Marco Tulio Gómez, profesional con 30 años de experiencia en Tecnologías de la Información, se destaca por su especialización en análisis empresarial y sistemas de apoyo a la toma de decisiones, con enfoque en la plataforma de datos de Microsoft. Act... 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

Bachelor: Economics
Master: Supply Chain Management with a focus on Data & Digitalization

Professional Experience:
Experience at Signify, Bode Chemie, EDAG Production Solutions (project at Stellantis Detroit), and currently Vossloh (3 years).

Master Thesis:
Optimizing End-to-End Supply Chain Efficiency in Mobile Rail Track Maintenance with Data-Driven Solutions

Born in 1998

Bachelor: Economics Master: Supply Chain Management with a focus on Data & Digitalization Professional Experience: Experience at Signify, Bode Chemie, EDAG Production Solutions (project at Stellantis Detroit), and currently Vossloh (3 years). ... Show more

Yogesh Pugazhendhi Duraisamy Rajamani is a seasoned Senior Data Engineer with over 18 years of experience architecting, building, and optimizing enterprise-scale data platforms. With deep expertise in cloud-native engineering and modern big data ecosystems, he specializes in designing highly scalable, secure, and event-driven data solutions that accelerate digital transformation. Yogesh Pugazhendhi’s core strength lies in leveraging Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services such as BigQuery, Dataflow (Apache Beam), Dataproc (Spark/Hadoop), Cloud Run, Pub/Sub, Dataplex, Cloud Functions, Cloud Composer, and Vertex AI to build automated, high-performance data pipelines and intelligent analytics platforms.
Yogesh Pugazhendh’s has a proven track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and driving complex data initiatives across Automotive manufacturing, healthcare, clinical research, and large-scale enterprise environments. He has led complex ingestion and transformation frameworks using Dataflow for streaming/batch pipelines, Dataproc for distributed processing at scale, Kafka and Pub/Sub for real-time event ingestion, BigQuery for analytic warehousing, and Cloud Run/Cloud Functions for serverless microservices and trigger-based orchestration. Abdul has driven multiple large-scale modernization initiatives, including legacy Hadoop-to-GCP migrations, real-time streaming platform development, and enterprise data lake and data warehouse implementations optimized for cost, governance, and performance.
Yogesh Pugazhendhi’s experience extends to enabling advanced analytics and machine learning workflows, collaborating with data science teams to operationalize and monitor ML models using Vertex AI Pipelines, Feature Store, and model-serving endpoints. Known for his rigorous approach to data quality, governance, lineage, and security, he has implemented robust frameworks aligned with HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 to ensure compliance across sensitive data ecosystems.
His ability to optimize BigQuery performance, tune Spark workloads on Dataproc, implement Pub/Sub and Kafka-based streaming triggers, and automate observability and CI/CD workflows contributes directly to operational efficiency and measurable business impact. Abdul holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Anna University and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Madras. He is also PMP-certified and ITIL Foundation–certified. Fluent in English, Tamil, and Hindi, he excels at bridging technical execution with enterprise-level strategy.

Yogesh Pugazhendhi Duraisamy Rajamani is a seasoned Senior Data Engineer with over 18 years of experience architecting, building, and optimizing enterprise-scale data platforms. With deep expertise in cloud-native engineering and modern big data ecos... Show more

Matt Wetherell is a 25+ year veteran of the IT industry. Entering the IT realm in the late 90's he has worked in enterprise level companies spanning manufacturing, healthcare, government, and consulting. Matt currently serves as the Infrastructure Manager for USNR, Inc focusing on leading the company forward in all aspects of IT infrastructure. Matt is based in Maryland and loves spending time with his family, drumming, and finding excellent tequilas to sample.

Matt Wetherell is a 25+ year veteran of the IT industry. Entering the IT realm in the late 90's he has worked in enterprise level companies spanning manufacturing, healthcare, government, and consulting. Matt currently serves as the Infrastructure Ma... Show more

Dapo Sosanya CAP is a control systems engineer, technology architect, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in industrial automation, embedded systems, and cyber-physical infrastructure. He is the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Cors Systems Technologies, where he designs ultra-low-power industrial IoT and edge intelligence platforms for remote and safety-critical environments across energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors.
His professional background includes senior technical and consulting roles with global automation leaders, delivering large-scale control systems, data acquisition, and digital transformation projects. A Certified Automation Professional (CAP) and senior member of the International Society for Automation, Dapo has led initiatives bridging field instrumentation, control systems, and modern analytics.
His current work focuses on resilient edge AI architectures, industrial data engineering, and practical AI deployment under real-world constraints, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and deployability in remote industrial operations.

Dapo Sosanya CAP is a control systems engineer, technology architect, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in industrial automation, embedded systems, and cyber-physical infrastructure. He is the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of C... Show more

Helping organizations run their workloads securely in the cloud, across complex and regulated environments.

Helping organizations run their workloads securely in the cloud, across complex and regulated environments. Show more

Sou um profissional apaixonado pela busca contínua da melhoria e pela exploração de desafios em contextos multiculturais e multidisciplinares. Minha abordagem à liderança ultrapassa as equipes, visando à gestão assertiva dos fluxos de trabalho e ao equilíbrio entre demandas e capacidades para atingir a eficácia.

Com experiência generalista em desenvolvimento e manutenção de software, meu foco principal está nas necessidades dos clientes, especialmente no planejamento e na execução de projetos nacionais e internacionais. Tive a oportunidade de colaborar eficazmente com diversos países, incluindo Brasil, Argentina, Chile, Colômbia, Peru, México, França e Estados Unidos.

Atualmente, estou imerso na indústria de celulose e papel, desempenhando um papel ativo na criação de um novo ambiente digital. Aplico métodos como o Kanban e o F4P para direcionar nossa organização rumo à centralidade do cliente

Sou um profissional apaixonado pela busca contínua da melhoria e pela exploração de desafios em contextos multiculturais e multidisciplinares. Minha abordagem à liderança ultrapassa as equipes, visando à gestão assertiva dos fluxos de trabalho e ao e... 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

Karen Dimitrijeski is a Digital Quality & Automation Consultant with over 10 years of experience in Quality roles supporting regulated IT across the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Biotechnology industries. She translates complex global regulatory expectations into clear, actionable solutions that position Quality as a strategic partner, not a bottleneck. Her core expertise includes risk-based GxP system validation (CSV/CSA), data integrity, lifecycle management, and audit readiness.

Her background spans Quality System Management, systems administration, and business ownership for global, enterprise-scale regulated applications supporting hundreds of sites and thousands of users. She has partnered closely with infrastructure operations, IT security, data-center qualification teams, ITSM process owners (change, incident, problem, and access management), and SaaS/IaaS suppliers to ensure that enterprise systems remain compliant, resilient, and audit-ready throughout their lifecycle.

Karen builds scalable, system-agnostic automation architectures that modernize regulated software ecosystems, strengthen governance, and accelerate digital transformation—enabling Quality, ITSM, Security, and Infrastructure teams to operate as aligned partners rather than siloed functions.

Karen Dimitrijeski is a Digital Quality & Automation Consultant with over 10 years of experience in Quality roles supporting regulated IT across the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Biotechnology industries. She translates complex global regulator... Show more

José Félix es Principal Cloud Architect en Dell Technologies y líder de la práctica de Nube y Nube Nativa para Latinoamérica. Cuenta con 20 años de experiencia, y ha ayudado a clientes de diversas industrias, incluyendo Finanzas, Telecomunicaciones, Retail, Manufactura y Educación en su Transformación Digital.
Es embajador de la Oficina de CTO, VMware vExpert y cuenta con diversas certificaciones incluyendo VCP-DCV, VCP-NV, VCP-CMA, VMware Cloud Cloud Native Master Specialist, Certified Kubernetes Administrator, Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist, y Dell Technologies Certified Expert Cloud Architect y Technical Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect,Associate y Redhat Certified OpenShift Administrator.
Jose Felix también es líder de comunicad, siendo co-líder del capítulo de VMUG (VMware User Group) de Panamá, como también de la comunidad interna de Dell, LATAM Cloud Curators.
En su tiempo libre, lo puedes encontrar jugando algún video juego, leyendo un libro, estudiando alguna nueva tecnología o pasando tiempo con su esposa e hijas.

José Félix es Principal Cloud Architect en Dell Technologies y líder de la práctica de Nube y Nube Nativa para Latinoamérica. Cuenta con 20 años de experiencia, y ha ayudado a clientes de diversas industrias, incluyendo Finanzas, Telecomunicaciones, ... Show more

Accomplished cloud and AI leader with 16+ years of global experience driving digital transformation for Enterprise and SMB customers. Recognized for technical excellence, strategic vision, and a passion for enabling customer success across the US, UK and APAC regions. Have worked in International Organizations, Consulting firms, SMEs and Startups. Also worked across many industry verticals like Finance, Manufacturing, FMCG, Aviation, Healthcare, Gaming and Retail. Currently working in Microsoft as a Solutions Area Specialist in the field of Data & AI.

Accomplished cloud and AI leader with 16+ years of global experience driving digital transformation for Enterprise and SMB customers. Recognized for technical excellence, strategic vision, and a passion for enabling customer success across the US, UK... Show more

Kshitij Kumar (KK) has served as Chief Data Officer and Enterprise Board member across prominent organizations including Haleon, Farfetch and OneFootball. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional expertise and innovation in leveraging Data, AI/ Generative AI, Machine Learning technologies, Responsible AI, and AI Governance to drive transformative business outcomes.

Recognized among the World's Top 100 Chief Data Officers (2023, 2024), Top 100 Data Influencers (2024), and Top 40 Chief AI/Analytics Officers, KK is also a member of the Gartner Data and AI Board. His expertise lies in building advanced data ecosystems that drive organizational transformation and competitive advantage.

Kshitij Kumar (KK) has served as Chief Data Officer and Enterprise Board member across prominent organizations including Haleon, Farfetch and OneFootball. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional expertise and innovation in... Show more

Alan Williams is a Power Platform strategist and solutions architect with deep expertise in building actionable, scalable low-code solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. As a consultant and educator, he specializes in turning complex processes into streamlined Power Apps and Power Automate workflows that non-developers can adopt and own.

Alan leads with a "teach-while-building" approach — enabling clients to co-create apps while learning the platform. He is passionate about citizen development, reusable component design, and responsible AI adoption within the Microsoft ecosystem.

A frequent collaborator with community influencers, Alan is on a mission to demystify low-code for everyday makers. He shares weekly tutorials and insights on LinkedIn and YouTube, with a growing audience of SMB leaders, Power Users, and Microsoft MVPs.

Alan Williams is a Power Platform strategist and solutions architect with deep expertise in building actionable, scalable low-code solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. As a consultant and educator, he specializes in turning complex processes... 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

After earning his PhD in Physics, Dr. Florian Gather transitioned to software development and joined TNG, where he currently works as an Associate Partner. He specializes in analyzing software projects - conducting due diligence, architecture reviews, and technical assessments to help organizations improve system resilience and maintainability. Florian founded ArchUnit.NET, an open-source tool for enforcing architectural rules in .NET projects. With TNG’s Innovation Hacking team, he drives robotics initiatives that explore LLM integration and Robotics Foundational Models (RFMs), alongside prototypes like smart office systems and interactive furniture. Passionate about microprocessor electronics and smart home automation, Florian explores practical ways to merge hardware tinkering with modern software practices.

After earning his PhD in Physics, Dr. Florian Gather transitioned to software development and joined TNG, where he currently works as an Associate Partner. He specializes in analyzing software projects - conducting due diligence, architecture reviews... Show more

I am a Computer Science Engineer. During my studies, I worked as a research assistant at Northeastern University in Boston, focusing on machine learning applications in telecommunications. For over four years, I have been at Microsoft—first as a Cloud Solution Architect and now as a Solution Engineer—helping organizations transform with Business Applications and, more recently, with generative AI and Copilot Studio. I am passionate about AI and intelligent agents, and how these technologies are reshaping the way we work and live today. Outside of tech, I channel creativity through improvisational theatre.

I am a Computer Science Engineer. During my studies, I worked as a research assistant at Northeastern University in Boston, focusing on machine learning applications in telecommunications. For over four years, I have been at Microsoft—first as a Clou... Show more

James is a D365 Solutions Architect at Crowe LLP, specializing in manufacturing and supply chain consulting. He has spent the past eight years designing, building, and deploying operational and financial processes for those implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (FnO).
He holds a Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics from the University of Alabama and a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering. James is also a Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Planning and Inventory Management Professional (CPIM), Certified Scrum Master (CSM).

James is a D365 Solutions Architect at Crowe LLP, specializing in manufacturing and supply chain consulting. He has spent the past eight years designing, building, and deploying operational and financial processes for those implementing Microsoft Dyn... Show more

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