Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Hanna Melnikovich

Hanna Melnikovich

I hold a degree in Linguistics and, right after university, chose to apply my knowledge to studying the language of audiences in the hardware engineering industry. Over the past four years in marketing at EnCata Product Development, I’ve explored how to identify when a client is truly ready for product development and what kind of storytelling works best at different points of contact, how to translate complex engineering terms into narratives decision-makers actually understand. what signals show whether a company is leaning toward innovation, cost-saving, or risk-aversion, how international clients interpret engineering proposals differently.

I hold a degree in Linguistics and, right after university, chose to apply my knowledge to studying the language of audiences in the hardware engineering industry. Over the past four years in marketing at EnCata Product Development, I’ve explored how... Show more

Josh Santiago

Josh Santiago

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

Shawn Kyzer

Shawn Kyzer

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

Manu Mohan

Manu Mohan

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

Ranjan Relan

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

Nikola Kovačević

Nikola Kovačević

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:

https://kovacevic.dev

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolakovacevic/

and don't forget to follow me on Twitter:

https://twitter.com/CtrlArchiDel

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

Daniel Esser

Daniel Esser

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 Dzierzon

Gregor Dzierzon

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

Dina Fatkulbayanova

Dina Fatkulbayanova

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

Ajay kumar k v N/A

Ajay kumar k v N/A

I’m an AI engineer at D3Minds with hands-on experience building agentic AI systems and cloud-native workflows using AWS services. My work includes architecting autonomous agents, integrating large language models (LLMs) with distributed systems. I actively build with open-source tools, share practical insights with developer communities, and mentor on AWS AI/ML best practices.

I’m an AI engineer at D3Minds with hands-on experience building agentic AI systems and cloud-native workflows using AWS services. My work includes architecting autonomous agents, integrating large language models (LLMs) with distributed systems. I ac... Show more

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar Yeruva is an accomplished SAP professional with extensive experience in Extended Warehouse Management and enterprise solution architecture. He has built a strong reputation for delivering end-to-end SAP S/4HANA EWM implementations across diverse environments, including cloud-based and on-premise systems. His expertise spans solution design, configuration, integration, and optimization of complex warehouse processes, supported by deep knowledge of RF technologies, labeling systems, and advanced warehouse automation frameworks.
Throughout his career, Praveen has worked with globally recognized organizations across industries such as energy, manufacturing, logistics, and consumer goods. He has played key roles in large-scale transformation programs, leading design workshops, defining business processes, and ensuring seamless integration between warehouse management and core SAP modules. His functional expertise covers inbound and outbound logistics, inventory management, quality inspection, yard management, cross-docking, and warehouse optimization strategies, enabling organizations to streamline operations and enhance supply chain visibility.
In addition to his functional strengths, Praveen possesses solid technical capabilities, allowing him to bridge the gap between business requirements and system implementation. He has worked extensively with enhancements, APIs, integration frameworks, and SAP development tools to deliver tailored solutions that align with business needs. His ability to design scalable architectures and implement innovative solutions has contributed to improved efficiency, automation, and operational control in warehouse environments.
Praveen is also recognized for his leadership in project execution, including global rollouts, data migration initiatives, and production support. He collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams, mentors stakeholders, and drives continuous improvement across processes. His commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and his adaptability to evolving technologies make him a valuable asset in modern digital transformation initiatives.

Praveen Kumar Yeruva is an accomplished SAP professional with extensive experience in Extended Warehouse Management and enterprise solution architecture. He has built a strong reputation for delivering end-to-end SAP S/4HANA EWM implementations acros... Show more

Arunkumar B

Arunkumar B

Arunkumar & Akilandeswari
Letterpress Artists, Printmakers, Architects & Designers, founded Printing with Types, a Bangalore-based studio dedicated to the art of letterpress.

Both graduates in design from reputed institutes of NID and NIT, we shared a passion for art and craftsmanship. Although we began our careers within the design industry, it was the love for tangible design and passion for this time-honored letterpress printing, ignited the idea & took a leap to self-learn the art from scratch, understanding the meticulous process, restoring old equipment and researching vintage techniques, facing challenges alongside. With keen focus on preserving and strengthening this art form, Today, we carry forward the legacy of letterpress printing — giving voice to its enduring beauty in an increasingly digital world.

Arunkumar & Akilandeswari Letterpress Artists, Printmakers, Architects & Designers, founded Printing with Types, a Bangalore-based studio dedicated to the art of letterpress. Both graduates in design from reputed institutes of NID and NIT, we sha... Show more

Michel Rockstroh

Michel Rockstroh

Michel Rockstroh is a graduate engineer in automotive engineering and currently serves as Head of Research & Development with more than ten years of experience in industrial product development and process optimization. His career spans from classical powertrain engineering to the industrialization of high-voltage battery systems in an international environment.

As a technology leader, he combines engineering excellence with strategic organizational development. Beyond driving innovation in complex technical systems, he is responsible for optimizing company-wide processes and regularly reports to senior management. He gained international experience during a multi-year assignment in the United States, where he supported large-scale industrialization projects.

Michel Rockstroh represents a holistic approach to technology — from early concept development to scalable industrial implementation. His focus lies in aligning engineering, digital transformation, and agile structures to build future-ready technology organizations.

Michel Rockstroh is a graduate engineer in automotive engineering and currently serves as Head of Research & Development with more than ten years of experience in industrial product development and process optimization. His career spans from classica... Show more

John Kirsch

John Kirsch

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

Hossam Elwan

Hossam Elwan

APC Engineer specialized in R2R control with a M.Sc. in Automation and Data Science.

APC Engineer specialized in R2R control with a M.Sc. in Automation and Data Science. Show more

Giorgi Keratishvili

Giorgi Keratishvili

Giorgi is a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of experience spanning both Development and Operations. His expertise covers a wide range from baremetal infrastructure to advanced automation of cloud, Agile transformations, container orchestration, Platform Engineering, SRE, Incident Management, and Cloud Native maturity.

Beside his professional work, Giorgi is a passionate community leader. He serves as an CNCF Ambassador, AWS Community Builder & User Group Leader in Tbilisi, CNCF Chapter Lead and Golden Kubestronaut, CDF Ambassador, IEEE Senior Member, and Ambassador for the Institute of DevOps. He actively organizes meetups and workshops to foster awareness and growth in DevOps, SRE and Platform Engineering across the Georgian tech community and beyond.

Giorgi is a seasoned IT professional with over a decade of experience spanning both Development and Operations. His expertise covers a wide range from baremetal infrastructure to advanced automation of cloud, Agile transformations, container orchestr... Show more

Hina Dixit

Hina Dixit

Hina Dixit is the Founder & CEO of Decompute, a company pioneering AI for decentralized, high-performance infrastructure. With over 15 years of experience at the forefront of venture capital, software engineering and AI innovation, Hina is a recognized leader driving the future of intelligent systems. With her previous experience as a Partner at Microsoft’s venture arm and Samsung, Hina’s has led investments in multiple unicorns. Hina was previously AI leader at Apple for around a decade.

Hina Dixit is the Founder & CEO of Decompute, a company pioneering AI for decentralized, high-performance infrastructure. With over 15 years of experience at the forefront of venture capital, software engineering and AI innovation, Hina is a recogniz... Show more

Cameron Lippert

Cameron Lippert

Dr. Cameron Lippert is the Co-Founder, and Chief Innovation Officer at ElectraMet. Dr. Lippert is a serial entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in developing innovations and bringing them to market. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, Cameron managed multimillion dollar R&D and technology development & demonstration projects at the Center for Applied Energy Research at the University of Kentucky ranging from carbon capture to new battery chemistry. Dr. Lippert received his BS in Biochemistry from Eckerd College and a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and has more than 50 publications and patents in the field.

Dr. Lippert currently oversees the commercialization of innovative technologies and processes aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of recycling. With a focus on developing solutions that not only improve the economics of recycling but also make a significant environmental impact. Dr. Lippert has successfully launched five new electrochemical products at ElectraMet. These products have enabled the economic recovery of valuable metals from even the most complex waste streams, driving forward progress in the recycling industry. Dr. Lippert is committed to pioneering advancements that lead to more effective recycling systems and better resource recovery outcomes.

Dr. Cameron Lippert is the Co-Founder, and Chief Innovation Officer at ElectraMet. Dr. Lippert is a serial entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in developing innovations and bringing them to market. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, Cameron... Show more

Umesh Pundlik Bawankar

Umesh Pundlik Bawankar

Umesh Bawankar is a seasoned SAP consulting professional with 20 years of SAP consulting experience and 5 years of industrial design experience in the manufacturing industry. Based in Milford, Connecticut, he has worked for multiple Business Transformation Programs for major utility companies across North America and the UK.
As a mechanical engineering graduate, Umesh has managed multiple large SAP implementations, roll-outs, and application support projects. His expertise includes SAP S/4HANA (versions 1709, 1809, 1909, 2408), SAP ECC 6.0, and Digital supply chain solutions, including Ariba Buying, Sourcing, SCC, and Invoicing platforms.
At Accenture Services, Umesh has worked on multiple projects for Par Pacific Holdings, Dow, Avangrid Networks, Wisconsin Energy, Xcel Energy, and British Gas Plc. His experience covers requirement definition, conceptual design, detailed design, POCs, unit testing, integration testing, UAT testing, end-user support and training, with thorough integration experience in FI modules with SD, MM, and EWM. He has extensively managed cross-functional teams for multiple integrations of tools such as Primavera, GE Asset Performance management, click scheduling, Prometheus, SAP works Manager with SAP ERP.
His technical skills include S4 HANA Finance, Open Text VIM 7.5, IBP, SAP PM, APO, Supply Chain Analytics, Azure DevOps, Azure Synapse, SQL, Power BI Data visualization, and supply chain planning with SAP SLT and BODs. He also has experience in project management using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies with JIRA.
Umesh holds certifications including SAP Sourcing training certification, SAP Gen AI Training certification, and SAP Certified - S4HANA Implementation Scenarios for Architects. His professional achievements include receiving the Excellence Award and Best Delivery Performance Award at Accenture.

Umesh Bawankar is a seasoned SAP consulting professional with 20 years of SAP consulting experience and 5 years of industrial design experience in the manufacturing industry. Based in Milford, Connecticut, he has worked for multiple Business Transfor... Show more

Peter Paquette

Peter Paquette

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

Antoine Perraudat

Antoine Perraudat

- PhD thesis on qualification management in semiconductor manufacturing in 2021 (St-Etienne, France), with degree in Computer Science and Industrial Engineering (2017, St-Etienne)
- Worked on dispatching and scheduling systems in semiconductor industry
- Joined Planimize in May, 2024

- PhD thesis on qualification management in semiconductor manufacturing in 2021 (St-Etienne, France), with degree in Computer Science and Industrial Engineering (2017, St-Etienne) - Worked on dispatching and scheduling systems in semiconductor indus... Show more

George Delp

George Delp

George Delp started his career as a CPA with the "big six" in the nineties, jumping on the ERP bandwagon at the turn of the century. Since then, he has been selling and implementing ERP and CRM solutions using a wide variety of products in many different industries.

For the past five years George has focused on manufacturing, specifically food, chemical and life sciences. He takes that experience and success to YAVEON Inc., the new US expansion company for YAVEON GmbH, where he is now leading efforts to recruit and enable Microsoft Dynamics 365 channel partners to sell, implement and support YAVEON's Business Central based process manufacturing solutions.

George Delp started his career as a CPA with the "big six" in the nineties, jumping on the ERP bandwagon at the turn of the century. Since then, he has been selling and implementing ERP and CRM solutions using a wide variety of products in many diffe... Show more

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

Vikas Luthra

Vikas Luthra

Vikas Luthra is an enterprise architect with over 21 years of experience designing and scaling digital platforms for complex manufacturing environments, with deep experience in digital commerce, CRM, CPQ, and large-scale system integrations. His work spans Fortune 500 manufacturing organizations in heavy equipment, building technology, and industrial distribution.

He currently leads architecture for a major digital transformation initiative at a global heavy equipment manufacturer, helping reshape how customers interact with dealer ecosystems through headless commerce, identity-driven design, and complex multi-system integrations.

Much of his work focuses on the real-world challenges of enterprise manufacturing environments—especially when businesses operate through independent dealer networks. This includes tackling problems like multi-tier hierarchy modeling, federated governance across autonomous entities, and integrating across dozens of disparate ERP systems. His approach emphasizes designing platforms where tools like CRM and commerce systems act as components within a broader architecture, rather than defining it.

Vikas brings a practical, experience-driven perspective to his work and speaking. He shares lessons from complex transformations, focusing on the architectural decisions that determine whether systems scale effectively or gradually accumulate technical debt. His interests include platform ownership, decoupled architectures, and the balance between vendor-driven solutions and enterprise-led design.

He has held dual Salesforce Application Architect and System Architect certifications and has been selected as a global panelist at Oracle CloudWorld. He enjoys breaking down complex systems into practical ideas that teams can actually implement.

Vikas Luthra is an enterprise architect with over 21 years of experience designing and scaling digital platforms for complex manufacturing environments, with deep experience in digital commerce, CRM, CPQ, and large-scale system integrations. His work... Show more

Kevin De Pree

Kevin De Pree

A skilled consultant and technical strategist, Kevin De Pree is a Vice President at Rand Group, with over 30 years’ experience leading global ERP and CRM projects and teams. Kevin has a unique background in both business management and IT systems consulting and sales, which allows him to provide a holistic understanding of how different systems and processes work together. He is able to paint the big picture for clients, enabling them to completely transform their operations with fully optimized technology solutions that meet their business needs.

A skilled consultant and technical strategist, Kevin De Pree is a Vice President at Rand Group, with over 30 years’ experience leading global ERP and CRM projects and teams. Kevin has a unique background in both business management and IT systems con... Show more

Diego Cabrera

Diego Cabrera

Diego Cabrera Ingeniero civil metalúrgico con experiencia en minería y en Power Bi.

Creador de cursos de Power Bi enfocado en la minería y canal de YouTube.

Link del canal
https://www.youtube.com/@PBIMINERIA/videos

Me gustas las visualizaciones y contar historias para ayudar a las organizaciones a tomar mejores decisiones con los datos

Diego Cabrera Ingeniero civil metalúrgico con experiencia en minería y en Power Bi. Creador de cursos de Power Bi enfocado en la minería y canal de YouTube. Link del canal https://www.youtube.com/@PBIMINERIA/videos Me gustas las visualizac... Show more

Thanigaivel Rangasamy

Thanigaivel Rangasamy

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

Susan Kennedy

Susan Kennedy

Susan Kennedy helps experienced entrepreneurs stay relevant in a world that suddenly speaks AI.

As an AI strategist and Speaker Pipeline Builder, she works with business owners and speakers to turn years of experience into systems that attract visibility, leads, and opportunities on autopilot.

With a 30+ year background in technology, Susan brings a rare mix of deep technical knowledge and real-world business experience. She doesn’t just teach AI. She shows people exactly where to use it, what to automate, and how to make it work without losing their voice.

She also helps speakers build consistent pipelines of engagements, replacing random outreach with structured systems that create ongoing opportunities.

Her talks are simple, practical, and designed so even the most overwhelmed audience member walks away with clarity and a next step.

Susan Kennedy helps experienced entrepreneurs stay relevant in a world that suddenly speaks AI. As an AI strategist and Speaker Pipeline Builder, she works with business owners and speakers to turn years of experience into systems that attract vis... Show more

Gagan Kapahi

Gagan Kapahi

Gagan Kapahi is a hands-on Technology Leader with deep expertise in platform engineering, product, automation and delivery of transformative capabilities and solutions across multiple tiers, data centers and cloud.

With over 18 years of industry experience, Gagan has built and delivered various Enterprise capabilities, product integrations, automations and self-healing modules leading to improved outcomes and consumer experience.

Gagan has led various cross-functional teams and programs to provide engineering guidance and towards generating value from strategic technology investments as part of various Enterprise modernization and transformation initiatives to improve reliability, uptime and NPS.

Gagan believes customer-focused problem solving, innovation, personalization and digital technology are key elements to deliver consistent and effective customer experience.

Gagan Kapahi is a hands-on Technology Leader with deep expertise in platform engineering, product, automation and delivery of transformative capabilities and solutions across multiple tiers, data centers and cloud. With over 18 years of industry e... Show more

Kevin Liebergen

Kevin Liebergen

Kevin Liebergen is a Managing Consultant in the Technology Consulting practice at Forvis Mazars, bringing more than 18 years of experience in the IT industry with a strong focus on software development and systems integration. He specializes in business needs analysis, solution design, data integrations and migrations, and reporting and analytics solutions.
Kevin has extensive experience working with enterprise platforms including Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and Business Central, Salesforce, PeopleSoft, and Dynamics AX. He has also led and delivered integrations using tools such as KingswaySoft, Scribe, MuleSoft, SmartConnect, and related technologies.
In his role as a Managing Consultant, Kevin provides technical architecture, solution design, and effort estimation, supporting clients across multiple industries including manufacturing, nonprofit, and healthcare. His background includes 11 years as a software developer in the manufacturing sector, where he supported a packaging company—experience that continues to inform his practical, business‑focused approach to consulting.
Kevin holds two A.A.S. degrees from Fox Valley Technical College in PC Programming and Database Design, and Website Development and Design. He also earned a Bachelor of Applied Studies in Organizational Leadership from the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Management, with an expected graduation in winter 2026.

Kevin Liebergen is a Managing Consultant in the Technology Consulting practice at Forvis Mazars, bringing more than 18 years of experience in the IT industry with a strong focus on software development and systems integration. He specializes in busin... Show more

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