Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Saim Safder

Saim Safder

I'm a DevOps & Cloud Native engineer who is passionate about learning and sharing knowledge on Cloud Native Technologies. Spent 4 years 🌟 developing the skills to increase velocity, reliability, and quality with a high focus on security to help startups and enterprise businesses to become successful. Deep experience with EKS, AKS, GKE, Docker, Kubernetes, Service Meshes, Git-Ops and Open-stack, helping organizations instill DevOps for the modern age. I’m passionate about making open-source more accessible, creating technology to elevate people, and building communities. I’m also a Community Ambassador at Layer5/Cloud Native Islamabad & Cloud Native Expert at Ortelius Open Source Community.

I'm a DevOps & Cloud Native engineer who is passionate about learning and sharing knowledge on Cloud Native Technologies. Spent 4 years 🌟 developing the skills to increase velocity, reliability, and quality with a high focus on security to help star... Show more

Bharath Sridhar

Bharath Sridhar

Bharath Sridhar has more than 14 years of experience in Industrial Internet of Things and Enterprise Digital Transformation. With a keen understanding of manufacturing value-chain, from shop-floor to top-floor, he works as a digital transformation catalyst enabling businesses on-board the Industry 4.0 bandwagon. He has experience across leading IoT platforms implementing solutions spanning smart connected assets, operations and services. He is a speaker at major IoT events and has 2 patents in Cloud Computing. He has also co-authored a book on "Industrial IoT for Architects and Engineers"

Bharath Sridhar has more than 14 years of experience in Industrial Internet of Things and Enterprise Digital Transformation. With a keen understanding of manufacturing value-chain, from shop-floor to top-floor, he works as a digital transformation ... Show more

Boris Kurktchiev

Boris Kurktchiev

In the world of tools, it's not 'one size fits all.' I'm the expert who always knows when to grab the hammer and when to reach for the screwdriver.

In the world of tools, it's not 'one size fits all.' I'm the expert who always knows when to grab the hammer and when to reach for the screwdriver. Show more

Marco Tulio Gomez

Marco Tulio Gomez

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

Tammiraju Prasanth

Tammiraju Prasanth

I’m Prasanth Tammiraju, Technical Director at Quadrant Technologies. My core focus is Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With over 20 years in the industry, I’ve been passionate about creating innovative solutions that leverage cloud computing to transform how businesses operate.

Technical Expertise
My experience varies across multiple cutting edge technologies
• Cloud Computing: I thrive on using cloud platforms to build scalable and efficient data analytics solutions. My goal is to help businesses seamlessly integrate, process, and analyze their data, no matter where they’re located in the world.
• Advanced Analytics and AI: I enjoy diving into complex business problems and using advanced analytics and AI to solve them. Whether it’s optimizing processes or extracting valuable insights from large datasets, I’m all in.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: I’m known for my knack for bringing together teams from different backgrounds and time zones. Leading these diverse groups to deliver impactful results for clients is something I take pride in.

Thought Leadership and Contributions
I love sharing knowledge and staying involved in the community
• Speaking Engagements: I’ve had the opportunity to speak at various events, where I aim to provide clear, practical advice and insights into the latest trends in cloud technology and analytics.
• Community Involvement: Whether through forums or writing about emerging trends, I’m committed to contributing to the analytics community and helping shape the industry’s future.

Approach and Impact
My approach is a blend of deep technical expertise and a strategic outlook
• Spotting Emerging Trends: I’m always looking ahead to stay on top of technological advancements, especially in cloud computing and analytics. This forward-thinking perspective is key to staying relevant and innovative in this fast-evolving field.

I’m Prasanth Tammiraju, Technical Director at Quadrant Technologies. My core focus is Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With over 20 years in the industry, I’ve been passionate about creating innovative solutions that leverage cloud co... Show more

Andrea Hall

Andrea Hall

Andrea Hall is a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience in developing and aligning IT strategy with corporate goals. Specializing in digital transformation, project delivery, and team development, Andrea has successfully executed countless projects involving NAV/BC/CRM/Copilot/Teams. Andrea's passion lies in leveraging technology to help clients achieve their business goals. Through extensive hands-on experience, Andrea has discovered the best practices for client participation in projects, ensuring ultimate success. Andrea is excited to share the benefits of this experience with others at events just like this.

Andrea Hall is a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience in developing and aligning IT strategy with corporate goals. Specializing in digital transformation, project delivery, and team development, Andrea has successfully executed c... Show more

Lars Grønkjær Olsen

Lars Grønkjær Olsen

SQL nerd on many databases, always on my way down the rabbit hole on a new platform (netezza, Oracle, SQLserver, Azure SQLserver, Synapse, DB2 (NT+Linux & z/OS & EEE), Postgres, Maria, MySQL, and a few Hadoop-based to name a few)

SQL nerd on many databases, always on my way down the rabbit hole on a new platform (netezza, Oracle, SQLserver, Azure SQLserver, Synapse, DB2 (NT+Linux & z/OS & EEE), Postgres, Maria, MySQL, and a few Hadoop-based to name a few) Show more

Chonlatit Rujiphut

Chonlatit Rujiphut

Chonlatit Rujiphut is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with over a decade of experience in the field, including more than seven years specializing in Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems within Thailand's agriculture and energy sectors. His expertise encompasses incident response and risk management, ensuring the security and resilience of critical infrastructures.

Chonlatit Rujiphut is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with over a decade of experience in the field, including more than seven years specializing in Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), and Supervisory Control and Data Acqui... Show more

Miquella de Boer

Miquella de Boer

Program manager on-premises data gateway.

Program manager on-premises data gateway. Show more

Jens Paggel

Jens Paggel

Trained as a Physicist, working in research for a couple of years, 20 years in automotive tier 1, now going back to old habits.

Trained as a Physicist, working in research for a couple of years, 20 years in automotive tier 1, now going back to old habits. Show more

Mark Herrmann

Mark Herrmann

I have a background in chemical engineering and have been working 20+ years in semiconductors. I started out as a process engineer in areas such as e-beam lithography and organic semiconductors and gradually shifted towards data analytics. Since 2018 I am a full time data analyst responsible for a data analytics platform used globally across Bosch's semiconductor operations.

I have a background in chemical engineering and have been working 20+ years in semiconductors. I started out as a process engineer in areas such as e-beam lithography and organic semiconductors and gradually shifted towards data analytics. Since 2018... Show more

Ricardo Perim Real

Ricardo Perim Real

Engenheiro Civil pela PUC-MG com a honra de destaque acadêmico do curso e Mestre em Engenharia Civil pelo CEFET-MG. Graduação sanduíche no Instituto Superior Técnico de Lisboa/PT e MBA em Gestão ágil de Projetos. Experiência profissional com Projetos e Processos na MRV, obras na Odebrecht e acadêmica como Professor na PUC-MG.
Atuação principal com estudos técnicos de padronização de projetos de Engenharia e melhoria contínua de processos, aplicando Lean, Kaizen, Scrum, Data Analytics e Business Inteligence. Coordenação de projetos BIM, processos e Engenharia de Produto. Definição de indicadores e acompanhamento de resultados através de Office Floor Management (OFM).

Engenheiro Civil pela PUC-MG com a honra de destaque acadêmico do curso e Mestre em Engenharia Civil pelo CEFET-MG. Graduação sanduíche no Instituto Superior Técnico de Lisboa/PT e MBA em Gestão ágil de Projetos. Experiência profissional com Projetos... Show more

Jason Spanos

Jason Spanos

Jason Spanos applies method and rigor to everything he approaches. He is about to hit 30 years of experience working with ERP systems and has done everything from building interfaces to project management to sales and marketing. Jason stays focused on current research data and methods for successful projects and firmly believes that reflection and continuous improvement are required for growth. His current pet peeve is the term "best practice" - which should be replaced with the term "better practice", suggesting there is always room to explore better ways to do things in the future.

Jason Spanos applies method and rigor to everything he approaches. He is about to hit 30 years of experience working with ERP systems and has done everything from building interfaces to project management to sales and marketing. Jason stays focused o... Show more

Gary Frostick

Gary Frostick

Gary has nearly 25 years’ experience of implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (and its predecessor Navision) with a focus on warehouse, logistics and manufacturing functions. He is passionate about leveraging this platform by designing and developing apps to improve both efficiency and insights into business processes.

Gary has nearly 25 years’ experience of implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (and its predecessor Navision) with a focus on warehouse, logistics and manufacturing functions. He is passionate about leveragin... Show more

Bruno Quemener

Bruno Quemener

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Jens Mueller

Jens Mueller

Jens Müller is a seasoned Enterprise Architect with a strong track record in shaping IT landscapes for global organizations. Currently serving at Allianz Kunde und Markt GmbH as Business Owner of the Eventing Platform in Germany, he specializes in Integration Architecture, Eventing, IAM, and external Partner integration. With over a decade of experience, he has held key roles at Allianz in Germany, BMW Group, Red Bull, EY and Accenture, demonstrating expertise in CRM systems, BI, Reporting and cutting-edge technologies such as Salesforce, SAP, AWS, and Cloud Solutions. His leadership spans strategic development, global financial planning, and overseeing end-to-end processes. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business informatics from Hochschule Furtwangen and a short detour at TU Munich (TUM).

Jens Müller is a seasoned Enterprise Architect with a strong track record in shaping IT landscapes for global organizations. Currently serving at Allianz Kunde und Markt GmbH as Business Owner of the Eventing Platform in Germany, he specializes in In... Show more

Dries Dennequin

Dries Dennequin

Actief binnen Fluvius sinds 2007, als projectleider uitrol publieke laadpalen, en sinds 2020 als Fleetmanager verantwoordelijk voor de dienstvoertuigen en leasingwagens binnen Fluvius.

Actief binnen Fluvius sinds 2007, als projectleider uitrol publieke laadpalen, en sinds 2020 als Fleetmanager verantwoordelijk voor de dienstvoertuigen en leasingwagens binnen Fluvius. Show more

Gurdeep Singh

Gurdeep Singh

Gurdeep Singh is a dynamic Business Systems Analyst and Web Developer renowned for his innovative approach to data systems and business process automation. Based in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, he earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Science from The University of Lethbridge with a focus on software development and machine learning. His early passion for programming led him to competitive coding, refining his problem-solving skills and setting the stage for a career at the intersection of data and technology.

In his current role at Methanex Corporation, Gurdeep leverages advanced data management strategies and AI-driven solutions to streamline business processes and drive operational excellence. His hands-on experience with generative AI for knowledge management and process automation underscores his commitment to harnessing cutting-edge technologies for practical, real-world applications.

In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Gurdeep also leads a consultancy that designs custom web applications and integrates ERP systems—empowering organizations to optimize their digital infrastructure without compromising on efficiency.

Gurdeep Singh is a dynamic Business Systems Analyst and Web Developer renowned for his innovative approach to data systems and business process automation. Based in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, he earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Science fr... Show more

Jeremy Buisson

Jeremy Buisson

That's me.

That's me. Show more

Pedro Azevedo

Pedro Azevedo

The speaker is a mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Aveiro, who performed research on Autonomous Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the Laboratory of Automation and Robotics at the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The author's research focused on object detection and tracking using Deep Learning for ADAS. Following the completion of his master's degree, the speaker transitioned to the industry, where he worked on real time ML applied to manufacturing industry and now works on large scale machine learning systems; developing end to end ML pipelines trough use cases in world class fashion brands such as adidas.

The speaker is a mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Aveiro, who performed research on Autonomous Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the Laboratory of Automation and Robotics at the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The autho... Show more

Graydon Bazell

Graydon Bazell

Graydon brings nearly ten years of expertise in business development, sales, and operations to his role at Sana Commerce, where he drives the adoption of integrated B2B e-commerce solutions. Drawing on his deep experience in the optical industry, he now helps businesses streamline operations and enhance customer relationships through Sana’s powerful platform for B2B merchants.

Graydon holds an MBA from Baylor University and lives in McKinney, TX with his wife and two young daughters.

Graydon brings nearly ten years of expertise in business development, sales, and operations to his role at Sana Commerce, where he drives the adoption of integrated B2B e-commerce solutions. Drawing on his deep experience in the optical industry, he ... Show more

Sravan Kumar Nendrambaka

Sravan Kumar Nendrambaka

Sravan Kumar Nendrambaka is a seasoned SAP S/4 HANA Cloud consultant with over 15 years of experience in Information Technology, specializing in SAP technologies and implementations across Life Sciences, Healthcare, Retail, Fashion, and Manufacturing industries. Sravan’s expertise encompasses a wide array of SAP solutions, including S/4 HANA, Business Technology Platform (BTP), ABAP HANA, SAP Cloud Platform Integration (SCPI), Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR), and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).
In his career, Sravan has served in pivotal roles such as SAP Architect, Senior SAP Consultant, and Lead Engineer, contributing to complex end-to-end SAP implementations, data migrations, cloud upgrades, and disaster recovery solutions. He has successfully designed and implemented high-availability systems, optimized business processes, and integrated SAP Cloud solutions with on-premise systems. His work has led to enhanced operational efficiency, reduced costs, and improved security compliance for his clients.
Sravan is recognized for his ability to deliver high-quality SAP solutions tailored to industry-specific needs. He has been instrumental in driving digital transformation projects, including the secure hosting of critical business applications on cloud platforms, integration of SAP backend systems, and implementation of innovative solutions in areas like AI-powered analytics and SAP Cloud integration.
Sravan’s accolades include multiple technical excellence awards from IBM and TCS for his contributions to delivery excellence and client confidence. He holds several professional certifications, such as SAP Certified Application Associate and ABAP Development Specialist. Sravan is also a published author, contributing scholarly articles on advancements in SAP technologies and digital transformation in Life Sciences and Healthcare.
As a thought leader and SAP expert, Sravan continues to empower organizations by aligning technological solutions with business objectives, ensuring seamless execution of transformative projects that drive measurable outcomes.

Sravan Kumar Nendrambaka is a seasoned SAP S/4 HANA Cloud consultant with over 15 years of experience in Information Technology, specializing in SAP technologies and implementations across Life Sciences, Healthcare, Retail, Fashion, and Manufacturing... Show more

Joana Coutinho

Joana Coutinho

Joana is an IT Project Manager with a strong background in Engineering - both academic and professional -, performing Project Management roles such as Product Owner, Business Analyst and Account Manager since 2021 at DevScope. With more than 10 years of experience in Project and Account management, including International experience, in both IT and Energy sectors.

Joana is an IT Project Manager with a strong background in Engineering - both academic and professional -, performing Project Management roles such as Product Owner, Business Analyst and Account Manager since 2021 at DevScope. With more than 10 years... Show more

Anand Krishnamoorthy

Anand Krishnamoorthy

At the world's largest start-up, Kyndryl, I help our Customers adopt the right Cloud (and Cloud associated) solutions to solve their business problems. These are in the form of out-of-the-box Consulting & Managed Service offerings, or Custom ones - on Cloud as well as Associated technologies like Modern Operations, Cloud Native Services, FinOps, DevSecOps, etc.

In order to achieve our Kyndryl Cloud signings targets I work closely with more than 40+ country teams (called Strategic Markets) analysing deals in the pipeline and working on GTM strategies.

We look for creative ways of packaging the message, through defined Customer Journeys, which can be consumed by our Customers as well as country Go-To-Markets teams. We run focused campaigns on specific journeys to build pipeline.

It is important for me (and my team) to not only solve our Customers’ business problems, but also look at effectiveness of our Offerings and share feedback with offering development teams. Equally important is the role of building Success stories, Customer references, etc.

I am backed by my strong experience in Business roles, delivering Consulting / Professional Services as well as Engineering / Product development roles both at Kyndryl and in IBM. This range helps me bring a unique perspective across various disciplines in my conversations with Customers and other stakeholders in our Cloud Practice business.

The missions I have been leading have teams that are cross-cultural, multi-Country of various sizes.

At my core, I am a problem solver. I enjoy breaking down complex business problems as well as concepts, and love a challenge.

At the world's largest start-up, Kyndryl, I help our Customers adopt the right Cloud (and Cloud associated) solutions to solve their business problems. These are in the form of out-of-the-box Consulting & Managed Service offerings, or Custom ones - o... Show more

Biishnu Panigrahi

Biishnu Panigrahi

With 18 years of extensive experience in the field, I currently serve as a leader in Data and AI at IBM. My professional journey has equipped me with a strong foundation in various critical areas, including project delivery, data governance, and AI governance. I have a proven track record in design and architecture, which has been pivotal in developing innovative solutions. Additionally, I focus on AI strategy to drive business outcomes effectively. I am also well-versed in Salesforce CRM, which enhances my ability to integrate data-driven insights into customer relationship management practices.

With 18 years of extensive experience in the field, I currently serve as a leader in Data and AI at IBM. My professional journey has equipped me with a strong foundation in various critical areas, including project delivery, data governance, and AI g... Show more

Brian Timberlake

Brian Timberlake

A Microsoft ERP champion since the early days of Axapta, Navision, Solomon, and Great Plains.

A Microsoft ERP champion since the early days of Axapta, Navision, Solomon, and Great Plains. Show more

Digjoy Samanta

Digjoy Samanta

Well, in my professional stint - I have 6 months of experience in process mapping in manufacturing followed by a 18 months of experience in performance and product based reporting for publishing industry. I like black coffee and yes, Excel and Power BI are my henchmen. I have an expertise in as-is reporting and assisting in Change Management initiatives with data-driven support and certified in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Methodology.

Well, in my professional stint - I have 6 months of experience in process mapping in manufacturing followed by a 18 months of experience in performance and product based reporting for publishing industry. I like black coffee and yes, Excel and Power ... Show more

Gareth Thomas

Gareth Thomas

Serial startup CTO Gareth brings engineering best practice to the world of software development.

Originally an Electrical Engineer with a background in Process Control and Lean Manufacturing, Agile felt like the natural way to work as he followed his passion and moved into the world of Software Development.

He is now spreading the message of small batch sizes, continuous improvement and self organisation and has implemented agile principles in diverse industries.

Serial startup CTO Gareth brings engineering best practice to the world of software development. Originally an Electrical Engineer with a background in Process Control and Lean Manufacturing, Agile felt like the natural way to work as he followed ... Show more

Falko Werner

Falko Werner

Professional Experience
Starting as a PhD student with experience abroad in Hungary and Cuba, I continued through the development stages as a software developer, project manager, speaker, software architect, agile coach, general manager and CEO.
Currently I lead a team of integration architects on one side and on the other I closely cooperate with other trainers and authors in professional education and training with topics like Scrum, LeSS, SAFe, Kanban and especially DevOps.

Early Years
My interests in doing sports developed through the years from swimming latchkey kid to judoka, rowing, basketball and athletics to windsurfing, parachute jumping to jogging with our dog.
The schooling careere started in primary school in my home town Schönebeck (Elbe) at the POS Karl-Liebknecht , followed by high schools there Gymnasium in Malzmühlenfeld with a detour via the Turner High School in Montana back to the high school for graduation withe the German Abitur.
After finishing school via the basic military service in the logistics regiment, I went on to the Otto-von-Guericke University to graduate as the first master in engineering computer scientist with distinction.

Further Details:
https://vemp.io, https://www.werner.biz, https://www.falkowerner.de

Professional Experience Starting as a PhD student with experience abroad in Hungary and Cuba, I continued through the development stages as a software developer, project manager, speaker, software architect, agile coach, general manager and CEO. Cu... Show more

John Arnold

John Arnold

Senior Software Engineer for US Digital. Geek/nerd for many years (decades) who still loved all forms of programming (C#, SQL...)
Dedicated family man who loves his family, woodworking, Lego, puzzles, and Mtn Dew
Born and raised in Pittsburgh but now calls the PNW home

Senior Software Engineer for US Digital. Geek/nerd for many years (decades) who still loved all forms of programming (C#, SQL...) Dedicated family man who loves his family, woodworking, Lego, puzzles, and Mtn Dew Born and raised in Pittsburgh but ... Show more

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