Angela is a Business Analyst at Kimball Midwest, where she focuses on process improvement, analytics, and sales enablement. Combining her business administration background with hands-on Power Platform experience, she develops solutions that connect business requirements with practical technology.

Her work includes Power BI, Power Apps development, workflow automation with Power Automate, and exploring applications for Copilot.

She is passionate about making technology accessible and demonstrating how understanding business processes can be just as valuable as traditional technical training.

Angela is a Business Analyst at Kimball Midwest, where she focuses on process improvement, analytics, and sales enablement. Combining her business administration background with hands-on Power Platform experience, she develops solutions that connect ... Show more

Sri Krishna Lingamaneni is a Senior Software Engineer at John Deere with extensive experience in Generative AI, distributed systems, cloud architecture, geospatial data engineering, and enterprise application modernization. He specializes in designing scalable, high-performance software solutions that support mission-critical operations and enable digital transformation across global enterprises.
At John Deere, Sri Krishna leads engineering initiatives focused on geospatial telemetry platforms, distributed database architecture, and AI-powered automation. He has developed intelligent diagnostic systems using Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to streamline incident investigation, detect system anomalies, and improve operational reliability. His expertise includes architecting high-throughput data pipelines, implementing database sharding strategies, and optimizing cloud infrastructure for scalability and resilience.
Previously, Sri Krishna worked with Beacon Hill Staffing on John Deere projects, developing low-latency APIs, cloud-native microservices, and secure enterprise integrations. His contributions supported real-time machine telemetry processing, application modernization, and enhanced system observability.
Earlier in his career, he worked at eSystems Inc., contributing to digital transformation initiatives for the Arkansas Department of Human Services. His responsibilities included enterprise data migration, API development, workflow automation, and modernization of public-sector applications.
His technical expertise spans AWS, Java, Spring Boot, Aurora PostgreSQL, Terraform, CI/CD automation, event-driven architectures, and AI-assisted engineering solutions.
Sri Krishna holds a Master of Science in Industrial Management from the University of Central Missouri and a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada. His professional interests include intelligent automation, reliable distributed systems, and scalable cloud-native architectures.

Sri Krishna Lingamaneni is a Senior Software Engineer at John Deere with extensive experience in Generative AI, distributed systems, cloud architecture, geospatial data engineering, and enterprise application modernization. He specializes in designin... Show more

Amish Desai is a Quality Engineering professional with more than 10 years of experience in quality systems, problem solving, process improvement, data analytics, and manufacturing quality. He currently serves as Staff Quality Engineer at Veeco Instruments, where he partners with field service and internal teams to identify systemic root causes, drive corrective actions, and improve quality performance.
Throughout his career, Amish has led initiatives involving 8D problem solving, CAPA effectiveness, FMEA deployment, quality metrics development, knowledge management systems, and continuous improvement programs. He has developed quality training programs, implemented quality dashboards, established performance metrics, and driven cross-functional improvement efforts focused on reducing repeat failures, customer complaints, and process inefficiencies.
Prior to joining Veeco Instruments, Amish worked at Micron Technology in roles including Manager, QMO Data Analytics, and Senior EPS Process Engineer. He was responsible for global problem-solving systems, KPI development, knowledge management initiatives, process improvement programs, and training related to quality methodologies. Earlier, he served as Senior Quality Systems Engineer at IM Flash Technologies, where he led quality culture initiatives, developed reporting and visualization tools, and drove improvements in operational quality metrics.
Amish holds a Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University at Buffalo, State University of New York, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Gujarat University, India. He is certified as a Six Sigma Black Belt, Project Management Professional (PMP), ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), and ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
His technical skills include Power BI, Tableau, SSRS Report Builder, SQL, SAP HANA, Oracle, 8D, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, Kaizen, 6S, JMP, and Minitab.

Amish Desai is a Quality Engineering professional with more than 10 years of experience in quality systems, problem solving, process improvement, data analytics, and manufacturing quality. He currently serves as Staff Quality Engineer at Veeco Instru... Show more

•Team Manager | Sr. Solution Architect on the Dynamics SMB Delivery team at Stoneridge Software
•25+ years of experience in functional consulting for Dynamics implementations and upgrades, as well as directly supporting SMB clients for Dynamics GP, CRM, and Business Central
•Microsoft certifications:
• Microsoft Certified Trainer
• Microsoft Business Central
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Sales

•Team Manager | Sr. Solution Architect on the Dynamics SMB Delivery team at Stoneridge Software •25+ years of experience in functional consulting for Dynamics implementations and upgrades, as well as directly supporting SMB clients for Dynamics GP, ... Show more

I thrive on community and Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform has a great one! I am a versatile professional who encourages collaboration, delivers creative and effective solutions (What I call noodling😀). My natural high-energy approach smashed together with varied experience in IT, communication, marketing, business analysis, and project management is a strong foundation for any new challenge. I am passionate about building community, strong relationships, providing excellent customer service, and supporting the growth and success of my peers. Now it is my pleasure to support the community 💯in my role as a Community Strategy Director at DUG (Dynamics User Group)!

I thrive on community and Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform has a great one! I am a versatile professional who encourages collaboration, delivers creative and effective solutions (What I call noodling😀). My natural high-energy approach smash... Show more

Tobias Lübbe is a Software Consultant in TNG’s Innovation Hacking team. His work focuses on Physical AI and the development of innovative robotics showcases. Currently, he is exploring the use of Robot Foundation Models (RFMs) across different robotic systems. Before joining TNG, he studied Mechatronics at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and Robotics, Cognition, Intelligence at the Technical University of Munich (TUM).

Tobias Lübbe is a Software Consultant in TNG’s Innovation Hacking team. His work focuses on Physical AI and the development of innovative robotics showcases. Currently, he is exploring the use of Robot Foundation Models (RFMs) across different roboti... Show more

Marco Castaldo has over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical world, starting in the field of Quality Assurance on the shop floor in support of sterile processes at GSK, moving through the Quality Compliance department at IBI Lorenzini, and then continuing his experience in the global consulting world in Quality and Sterility assurance for companies like PQE and PMS (where he also held the position of Head of global Sterility assurance), supporting companies such as Eli Lilly, Teva, and Thermo Fisher. Recently, he began a new challenge as Product Manager of the Isolators and CIP-SIP division at Marchesini Group, a leading company in the design and production of primary and secondary pharmaceutical packaging machines.

Marco Castaldo has over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical world, starting in the field of Quality Assurance on the shop floor in support of sterile processes at GSK, moving through the Quality Compliance department at IBI Lorenzini, and th... Show more

Anirban Bhattacharya, CISSP, is an Identity and Access Management and enterprise security specialist with approximately 19 years of experience designing and implementing identity security solutions across large enterprise environments.

His work has included identity lifecycle management, access governance, authentication and authorization, enterprise IAM architecture, and security automation. More recently, his research and engineering interests have expanded into securing AI agents, non-human identities, Model Context Protocol (MCP) architectures, and the intersection of traditional IAM controls with agentic AI systems.

He is currently developing MSAG, an experimental transaction-bound authorization framework exploring how human identity, step-up authentication, and cryptographic transaction integrity can be applied to privileged AI-agent actions.

Anirban Bhattacharya, CISSP, is an Identity and Access Management and enterprise security specialist with approximately 19 years of experience designing and implementing identity security solutions across large enterprise environments. His work ha... Show more

John “g33kspeed” Stauffacher is a cybersecurity leader, longtime member of the hacker community, and conference speaker whose career spans security operations, incident response, red teaming, security consulting, and leading security teams.

His experience includes enterprise security leadership and involvement in communities surrounding DEF CON, GRRCon, and BSides.

Having spent years navigating the intersection of technical work, organizational expectations, and cybersecurity culture, John brings a candid perspective on professional identity, career reinvention, and the pressures of sustaining a long career in an industry obsessed with what comes next.

John “g33kspeed” Stauffacher is a cybersecurity leader, longtime member of the hacker community, and conference speaker whose career spans security operations, incident response, red teaming, security consulting, and leading security teams. His ex... Show more

From the timberlands of the Southeast to the open country of the American West, land is a common thread in TJ Heath's work. A Georgia-based entrepreneur and business leader, Heath brings more than twenty years of experience founding, growing, and leading companies in real estate development, commercial construction, mining and aggregates, timber investment, retail, and land investment. His roles include founder and president of Landmark Materials, as well as owner and president of Red Rock Land LLC. Through Landmark Materials, Landmark Construction and Development, and other related ventures, TJ Heath has been integral to building a portfolio of high-value companies.

Heath's land interests extend well beyond Georgia. Red Rock Land LLC is a Montana-based real estate company, and its interests span the American West. Heath leads it as owner and president. The business is a reflection of his broader focus, which centers on identifying high-value land opportunities and building long-term holdings in resource-rich, scenic regions.

Heath's own path into business ownership started early. He worked at Old Clinton Gas from age 15, then purchased the business at 21.

Over time, his growing interest in real estate led him to land. Heath established Landmark Land Company and started purchasing timberland near Jones County. Those initial investments showed him how to evaluate land, how to manage timber as an asset for the long term, and how to identify properties that would keep their value. As the company gathered experience and momentum, it extended past its home market and acquired timberland around the Southeast. This base in land and timber investment set up Heath's later work in real estate development, as well as the growth of the Landmark family of companies.

Today, Heath holds a substantial timber portfolio of thousands of acres spread across the Southeast. Permanent conservation protection covers much of that land, a commitment set to last well beyond any single generation. Whether in Southeastern timberland or the American West, TJ Heath's land investments all share a common thread: a focus on places with long-term value.

Landmark Construction and Development, which launched in 2016, has supported commercial construction and development projects across the Southeast. It brought Heath's interests in real estate and building under one roof, and its regional commercial construction and development work is still an important piece of the Landmark story.

In 2022, TJ Heath founded Landmark Materials, and he serves as the company's president. Landmark Materials has, with Heath at the helm, helped develop independent aggregate and quarry operations serving the Southeast. The company carried the Landmark name beyond construction and development into aggregates and mining, bringing a materials business into a portfolio already rooted in building. Aggregate mining and construction are the center of Heath's professional work today.

T.J. Heath's in Georgia experience reaches well past any one industry. Twenty years of work have taken him through real estate development, commercial construction, mining and aggregates, timber investment, retail, and land investment. That variety has shaped his broad view of how land, building, and materials are connected. And because of it, a common foundation in land and long-term ownership runs through so many of his ventures, from the Landmark companies in the Southeast to Red Rock Land in Montana.

Outside of business, TJ Heath's life is built around family and the land. Being with his wife, Megan Heath, and their three young children, Holland, Halle, and Hunt, is what he enjoys, and the outdoors gives them a place where they can slow down and be together. Across his Georgia farmland and his timberland holdings, Heath regards land as more than just an investment. It provides space for family time, shared experiences, and memories that last. That personal connection to the land is reflected in his enjoyment of hunting and the outdoors.

His Georgia farmland is also where his appreciation for land and craftsmanship is perhaps most visible. Heath partnered with renowned architect Jeffrey Dungan there to create a "forever farmhouse." The home has appeared in Southern Living and in Dungan's book The Soulful House. It's an embodiment of Heath's appreciation for craftsmanship, family legacy, and the enduring beauty of the Southern landscape, and a personal expression of the long-term outlook behind his land and timber holdings.

TJ Heath has supported a wide variety of charities over the years, giving particular attention to children's health, faith, and heritage. As a board member of Jay's Hope, he helps an organization that serves children with cancer. Among the other recipients of his support are Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital in Macon, Sunrise Ministries, St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in the Lake Oconee area, and a number of churches.

For Heath, history and heritage are a longtime focus. His help has gone toward preserving several historical farms and homes in the Southeast, and his support has gone toward history and heritage projects. That preservation work, taken with his timberland conservation and his farmhouse project, shows how much he values the land, the buildings, and the history of the South.

Since buying his first business at 21, TJ Heath has gone on to lead companies across construction, aggregates, timber, and land, and his career has been built on long-term thinking and a deep connection to the land. The Georgia entrepreneur keeps growing Landmark Materials and Red Rock Land LLC today, and his focus stretches past development and into stewardship. He works to leave the land better than he found it through conservation and giving, and his goal is to protect more land than he has developed. All the while, Heath continues to support the charities, churches, and heritage projects he has long championed.

From the timberlands of the Southeast to the open country of the American West, land is a common thread in TJ Heath's work. A Georgia-based entrepreneur and business leader, Heath brings more than twenty years of experience founding, growing, and lea... Show more

Thelma is a Senior Product Designer and aspiring Tech Operator with a reputation for solving hard problems in high-stakes environments. Her expertise lies in translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences.

Her career spans the African FinTech landscape, including work with Flutterwave and Chipper Cash, where she focused on product growth and user retention. Beyond FinTech, Thelma has carved a niche in technical consulting for complex systems. She served as a design consultant for Apple, redesigning legacy applications for battery engineers, and collaborated with Verizon R&D (in partnership with Nvidia) on the user experience for AI infrastructure in media.

Passionate about the future of tech, she recently returned to the classroom to teach AI in secondary schools and is authoring a book on Artificial Intelligence for teenagers. She is currently documenting her career pivot from craft-focused design to operational leadership.

Thelma is a Senior Product Designer and aspiring Tech Operator with a reputation for solving hard problems in high-stakes environments. Her expertise lies in translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences. Her career sp... Show more

Bryan has been involved in the development and deployment of solutions across the Microsoft stack since 2001, working in nearly every facet of architecture, software development, customization, deployment and project management.

Bryan has been involved in the development and deployment of solutions across the Microsoft stack since 2001, working in nearly every facet of architecture, software development, customization, deployment and project management. Show more

Passionate about mathematics and logic, I am a backend developer with a Computer Science Engineering degree and international speaker since 2020. Argentinian and Spanish, I lived in many countries and speak five languages. I strongly believe in diversity in tech and started giving conferences to act as a role model for women. Outside work, I love dancing, and travelling and have two wonderful cats.
I have been giving conferences since 2020 in French and English (but also speak Spanish and Portuguese).
I have been to major events like SymfonyCon, SymfonyLive, ForumPHP among others.
Check my personal blog for full references https://soflesc.github.io/

Passionate about mathematics and logic, I am a backend developer with a Computer Science Engineering degree and international speaker since 2020. Argentinian and Spanish, I lived in many countries and speak five languages. I strongly believe in diver... Show more

Viralkumar Ahire is a Senior Cloud Platform Developer at Adobe with 20+ years in cloud computing, DevOps, and enterprise infrastructure. At Adobe, his work focuses on private cloud platform engineering, reliability, and operational excellence through automation and SRE practices. As a Senior Member of IEEE, he has presented at conferences, authored research papers, and reviewed peer research in cloud computing and distributed systems.

Viralkumar Ahire is a Senior Cloud Platform Developer at Adobe with 20+ years in cloud computing, DevOps, and enterprise infrastructure. At Adobe, his work focuses on private cloud platform engineering, reliability, and operational excellence through... Show more

I'm a capability lead with a foundation in experience design and digital production. I lead cross-functional digital teams that put humans at the centre of everything we do, aligning customer needs with business goals through technology, process, and culture. With extensive CX/UX and digital strategy experience across finance, government, media, pharmaceutical, telecommunications, and insurance sectors, I focus on building diverse, high-performing teams that deliver creative solutions to deliver positive customer experiences, and exceed client objectives.

I'm a capability lead with a foundation in experience design and digital production. I lead cross-functional digital teams that put humans at the centre of everything we do, aligning customer needs with business goals through technology, process, and... Show more

Brendan Murphy doesn’t just lead implementations, he architects transformation. As CEO of Custom Systems, Brendan brings decades of hands-on experience guiding organizations through the complexity of enterprise change. From his early days as a consultant and program manager to his current role driving scalable solutions across industries, Brendan has always championed clarity, accountability, and partnership.
He’s known for turning process maps into strategic roadmaps, and for helping teams move from vendor relationships to true collaboration.

Brendan Murphy doesn’t just lead implementations, he architects transformation. As CEO of Custom Systems, Brendan brings decades of hands-on experience guiding organizations through the complexity of enterprise change. From his early days as a consul... Show more

Sunil Datta Murthy is a seasoned techno-functional leader and PLM Solution Architect with extensive experience in delivering complex, large-scale product lifecycle management (PLM) transformations across global organizations. With a career spanning multiple continents, he has consistently combined deep technical knowledge with strategic business insight to design and implement impactful digital solutions.
Currently serving as a Senior PLM Business Analyst and Solutions Delivery Manager at Trek Bicycle Corporation, Sunil leads a major initiative to replace legacy PLM systems with PTC FlexPLM while driving continuous process and system enhancements. His role involves overseeing system procurement, vendor evaluation, and data migration planning for extensive legacy data repositories. He has architected cloud deployments, integrated CAD and PLM systems, optimized engineering workflows, and implemented innovative data management and compliance solutions. Through his leadership, Trek has successfully modernized its PLM infrastructure to support both engineering and retail operations.
Prior to his current role, Sunil spent over a decade at ITC Infotech, where he worked with prominent global brands such as Nike, Home Depot, and Lacoste. In these engagements, he played key roles in system design, business analysis, integration strategy, and upgrade implementations for FlexPLM environments. He also managed multi-regional deployments, process automation, and data migration for clients in industries ranging from apparel and footwear to engineering and consumer goods.
Sunil’s expertise extends across SDLC, Agile methodologies, data migration, change management, and system integrations using RESTful web services. He is recognized for his ability to bridge technical execution and business vision, ensuring scalable and sustainable PLM ecosystems. His career is marked by strong collaboration with global teams, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to deliver user-centric, enterprise-level solutions.
An Electronics and Communication Engineering graduate from St. Joseph Engineering College, Mangalore, Sunil continues to advance his professional development through specialized PLM certifications and leadership programs. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, he is a confident communicator and mentor known for his problem-solving acumen and passion for technology-driven transformation.

Sunil Datta Murthy is a seasoned techno-functional leader and PLM Solution Architect with extensive experience in delivering complex, large-scale product lifecycle management (PLM) transformations across global organizations. With a career spanning m... Show more

Oluwaseyi Oluwawumiju
Oluwaseyi Oluwawumiju is a dynamic Technical Consultant, Public Speaker, and Author, affiliated with Covenant Technologies, a Microsoft Certified Partner based in Lagos, Nigeria. With over 25 years of professional experience, he is recognized as a leader in the IT industry, specializing in Microsoft infrastructure, data, and artificial intelligence solutions.

Oluwaseyi is a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), a Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in Office Services & Apps, and the MCT Regional Lead for Nigeria. He also serves as the Manager of Data & AI at Wragby Solutions & Technologies Limited, where he drives cutting-edge innovations in AI, data analytics, and cloud technologies. As a Fellow of the Institute of Information Management Africa (FIIM Africa), he holds one of the highest honors for excellence in data and information management.

At Covenant Technologies, Oluwaseyi plays a pivotal role as a senior consulting partner, helping organizations maximize the value of their Microsoft technologies, including Azure, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and AI-powered solutions. His expertise extends beyond technical implementations, focusing on empowering businesses to leverage IT for strategic growth.

Prior to joining Covenant Technologies, Oluwaseyi was a Senior Technical Consultant and Support Manager at 1st Intellit Solution, where he led outsourcing teams and spearheaded the development of innovative client systems.

Driven by his passion for IT evolution in Africa, Oluwaseyi is a prominent advocate for cloud technologies and modern workplace solutions across West, East, and Central Africa (WECA). His campaigns for adopting tools like SharePoint, Yammer, Office 365, Azure, and Microsoft Teams have significantly influenced medium and large organizations. The growing response from the Nigerian market and beyond highlights the transformative impact of his efforts in fostering a modern IT ecosystem across Africa.

Oluwaseyi Oluwawumiju Oluwaseyi Oluwawumiju is a dynamic Technical Consultant, Public Speaker, and Author, affiliated with Covenant Technologies, a Microsoft Certified Partner based in Lagos, Nigeria. With over 25 years of professional experience, h... Show more

30+ years of helping manufacturing- and wholesale-companies optimizing and digitizing value chains, processes and workflows. Using Microsoft platforms like Business Central as backbone in end 2 end solutions realizing the digital common thread as one system, one proces and helping manufacturers staying efficient and competitive and agile.

30+ years of helping manufacturing- and wholesale-companies optimizing and digitizing value chains, processes and workflows. Using Microsoft platforms like Business Central as backbone in end 2 end solutions realizing the digital common thread as one... Show more

Magesh T. Rajan, Ph.D., P.E., MBA, is Vice President for Research & Innovation at Prairie View A&M University, where he leads the university’s research, innovation and economic development enterprise. His leadership has focused on expanding research capacity, strengthening faculty competitiveness and creating pathways that connect students to research, mentorship and workforce opportunities. Under his leadership, PVAMU achieved Carnegie R2 classification, expanded undergraduate and graduate research opportunities and developed programs such as Faculty RISE and Panther RISE to support faculty scholarship and student engagement. Dr. Rajan is a licensed Professional Engineer, professor and higher education executive whose work centers on building institutional systems that strengthen research excellence, student success and long-term public impact.

Magesh T. Rajan, Ph.D., P.E., MBA, is Vice President for Research & Innovation at Prairie View A&M University, where he leads the university’s research, innovation and economic development enterprise. His leadership has focused on expanding research ... Show more

Thomas D'Silva is a Staff Software Engineer at Apple, where he leads a team building a gateway that gives AI agents secure, governed access to MCP servers and models. Previously, Thomas spent over a decade building distributed data platforms and query engines at Salesforce and Twilio. Thomas focuses on making production infrastructure secure and scalable.

Thomas D'Silva is a Staff Software Engineer at Apple, where he leads a team building a gateway that gives AI agents secure, governed access to MCP servers and models. Previously, Thomas spent over a decade building distributed data platforms and que... Show more

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and when not doing that, Clifford freelances as a .NET developer. An active member of the .NET community, he is a regular speaker at conferences and meet-ups around the world.

Clifford graduated as an engineer from the Ford Technical Training Centre in 1995. After 11 years as an electrical/mechanical engineer working with Robotics and PLC Programming, he trained to become an Airline Pilot in 2001. Clifford became a Microsoft Valued Professional (MVP) in 2020.

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and w... Show more

Vivek Agrawal is a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) expert and AI-driven digital engineering leader with more than 15 years of experience delivering enterprise transformation across high-tech, consumer packaged goods, medical devices, automotive, aerospace, and defense. His expertise includes Digital Thread and Digital Twin strategy, enterprise PLM architecture, engineering modernization, sustainable manufacturing, and AI-enabled product development.
Currently, Vivek serves as a PLM and AI-Driven Digital Engineering Leader at Deloitte Consulting, where he leads global PLM strategy and engineering transformation initiatives for Fortune 100 clients. He architects AI-augmented PLM ecosystems, integrates large language models for engineering search and metadata enrichment, modernizes R&D operations, and connects PLM with ERP, MES, QMS, cloud, and data platforms. He also advises senior executives on digital engineering strategy, data governance, migration, operating models, and value realization.
Throughout his career, Vivek has led multi-million-dollar programs focused on improving time-to-market, engineering productivity, regulatory compliance, product quality, and operational efficiency. His experience includes delivering a PLM transformation that generated more than $20 million in annual savings, leading enterprise quality and compliance programs, developing end-to-end BOM strategies, enabling cloud-based engineering environments, and building PLM–ERP integration frameworks.
His platform expertise spans 3DEXPERIENCE, Teamcenter, SAP PLM, and Oracle Agile, supported by experience with Azure, AWS, OpenAI, Gemini, Claude, Python, Java, C#, Oracle, SQL Server, MongoDB, Microsoft 365, and Power Platform.
Vivek holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Jadavpur University and a Diploma in Advanced Management from XLRI. He is also certified in Lean Six Sigma and SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager.

Vivek Agrawal is a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) expert and AI-driven digital engineering leader with more than 15 years of experience delivering enterprise transformation across high-tech, consumer packaged goods, medical devices, automotive, a... Show more

Highly creative engineer with 5+ years of onsite field and office experience in the construction industry with a master’s degree in construction management, bachelor’s in construction/civil engineering and diploma in civil engineering from reputed university. Having top- level experience of working in oil & gas, underground reservoir, commercial & residential building projects. Broad knowledge and success in both academic and field environment with experience of working at both national and international firms. Passionate about pre and post construction works.

Civil Engineer specializing in Bridge Maintenance, Traffic Safety, Construction Inspection, and Contract Compliance for State and Federal Infrastructure Projects. Expert in ensuring structural integrity, material compliance, and contract adherence for large-scale bridge maintenance projects. Skilled in monitoring construction progress, conducting thorough inspections, and preparing quality estimates to align with MassDOT standards.

A leader in utilizing advanced project management systems like RMS-360, recommending repair strategies based on field conditions, and ensuring timely and efficient completion of infrastructure projects to enhance public safety and transportation reliability.

Highly creative engineer with 5+ years of onsite field and office experience in the construction industry with a master’s degree in construction management, bachelor’s in construction/civil engineering and diploma in civil engineering from reputed un... Show more

Ahmad Ashraf "Ash" is a Data Analytics Manager at Taylor Corporation leading their strategic data analytics team to unlock business value through data, automation, and AI adoption. With a Master’s in Data Science and a passion for applied AI, Ash is actively shaping the conversation around AI adoption in the Twin Cities. He brings over three years of experience driving data strategy, empowering organizations with insights, and now—AI agents!

Ahmad Ashraf "Ash" is a Data Analytics Manager at Taylor Corporation leading their strategic data analytics team to unlock business value through data, automation, and AI adoption. With a Master’s in Data Science and a passion for applied AI, Ash is ... Show more

Architect with 10+ years of FabLab management and training delivery experience within the globally recognized Fab Lab Network. Specialized architect with proven expertise in prototyping, project management, digital fabrication, parametric design, STEAM education and upskilling facilitator.
Track record of designing, coordinating, and delivering accredited and bespoke training programmes to diverse learner cohorts including grassroots students, educators, SMEs, and industry professionals. Passionate about translating complex technical concepts into accessible, engaging learning experiences that foster both competency and creative problem solving.

Architect with 10+ years of FabLab management and training delivery experience within the globally recognized Fab Lab Network. Specialized architect with proven expertise in prototyping, project management, digital fabrication, parametric design, STE... Show more

At Waterfall Security Andrew leads a team of experts who work with the world's most secure industrial enterprises. Before Waterfall, he led the development of high-end industrial control system products at Hewlett-Packard, of IT/OT middleware products at Agilent Technologies, and of the world's first industrial SIEM at Industrial Defender. Andrew is the author of three books on industrial / OT cybersecurity, a co-author of the Industrial Internet Security Framework, and a co-author of the UITP report on cybersecurity requirements in rail system tendering. He co-hosts the Industrial Security Podcast and contributes regularly to industrial security standards and best-practice guidance.

At Waterfall Security Andrew leads a team of experts who work with the world's most secure industrial enterprises. Before Waterfall, he led the development of high-end industrial control system products at Hewlett-Packard, of IT/OT middleware product... Show more

Prodyumna Pal is an Electronics & Communication Engineer affiliated with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, Ministry of Railways, Vadodara; working at the intersection of Edge AI, autonomous systems, UAVs, embedded systems, and web-based control. He has worked on autonomous aerial robotics at IIT Hyderabad, where he developed a Jetson- and PX4-based system for aerial manipulation of dynamic objects, including custom ground-control software, AI-based Train Control Systems with Remote Monitoring under patent process, and works on Modern flight and avionics systems in Association with AIRBUS. His projects span onboard AI, computer vision, LTE-enabled robotics, telemetry, flight controllers, and distributed control systems. He has also worked with Indian Railways at Banaras Loco Works, gaining exposure to electric locomotive systems, Vehicle Control Units, and KAVACH. Alongside engineering and research, Prodyumna leads UAV projects at the SAEINDIA Collegiate Club of GSV and contributes to IEEE’s Asia-Pacific entrepreneurship ecosystem. His work has been presented and published in IEEE aerospace and defence research forums.

Prodyumna Pal is an Electronics & Communication Engineer affiliated with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, Ministry of Railways, Vadodara; working at the intersection of Edge AI, autonomous systems, UAVs, embedded systems, and web-based control. He has wo... Show more

Dheeraj Kumar, an AWS Technical Consultant | Tech Evangelist at Amazon Web Services, is a trailblazing Technologist and Passionate Learner. Holding 2X AWS Certifications and 11+ years of IT Industry experience, he has expertly navigated diverse customer-centric roles in Analytics, Security, Infrastructure Architecting, Database, Modernisation and Migrations.

As an Enterprise Architect, Dheeraj Kumar plays a pivotal role in overseeing the organization's technology landscape, designing scalable and secure solution architectures, and developing long-term technology roadmaps. He establishes enterprise-wide standards, policies, and governance frameworks to ensure consistency and efficient resource utilization. Leveraging his deep AWS expertise, Dheeraj empowers the organization's teams through training, equipping them to stay at the forefront of technological advancements.

Dheeraj Kumar, an AWS Technical Consultant | Tech Evangelist at Amazon Web Services, is a trailblazing Technologist and Passionate Learner. Holding 2X AWS Certifications and 11+ years of IT Industry experience, he has expertly navigated diverse custo... Show more

Shakita Trigg is the founder and CEO of Aligned Strategy Partners and RoadmapIQ.ai, where she helps owner-led businesses use AI to streamline operations, increase profitability, and grow without unnecessary overhead. Her approach combines Fortune 100 discipline with practical solutions for growing businesses.

Before founding her firm, Shakita spent more than 20 years leading technology and operations at UPS, FedEx, and Amazon. She managed $2.3 billion in technology operations across 34 countries and helped turn the $1.4 billion GENCO acquisition profitable in less than two years. With deep experience in fleets, logistics, dispatch, and complex operations, she understands the challenges of businesses that depend on trucks, technicians, and teams to deliver results.

Today, Shakita helps service businesses eliminate operational bottlenecks, connect the tools they already use, and move jobs from the first customer call to cash in the bank with less paperwork and fewer delays. She also runs her own firm with a team of AI employees, putting the same strategies she teaches into practice every day.

Shakita is the bestselling author of Mindvelocity: The Mind Behind the Millions. The Brain Behind the Billions., and co-author of AI in the Field: The Builder's Blueprint with Alicia Lyttle.

Her recent stages include the Women Who Code Leadership Summit in New York and the AI Mastery Summit. As the creator of Don't Automate Pretty Garbage™, she turns AI vision into velocity. Her promise is simple: Fortune 100 rigor, Main Street growth.

Shakita Trigg is the founder and CEO of Aligned Strategy Partners and RoadmapIQ.ai, where she helps owner-led businesses use AI to streamline operations, increase profitability, and grow without unnecessary overhead. Her approach combines Fortune 100... Show more