I've spent the better part of 25 years helping organizations figure out what to do with their data — long before "digital transformation" was a buzzword.

Today, that means connecting shop floors to the cloud, wiring up factories with real-time intelligence, and helping teams actually act on the data they've been collecting for years. My sweet spot is the messy middle: where OT meets IT, where legacy systems meet AI, and where strategy meets the floor.

At Deloitte, I work across industrial IoT, Unified Namespace architectures, AIOps, and edge-to-cloud design — usually for manufacturers who are serious about getting smarter. Before that: co-founded two startups, built IoT platforms at scale, led a 30-person dev team across three continents at IBM, and deployed solutions for everyone from railroads to water utilities to oil fields.

I've also written a few books along the way (8 so far — from portlets to industrial IoT), spoken at industry conferences across Europe, and hold a commercial drone pilot license in both the US and the EU, which frankly has nothing to do with my day job, but it's cool.

If you're wrestling with industrial data, smart manufacturing, AI adoption, or just trying to connect the shop floor to something useful — let's talk.

I've spent the better part of 25 years helping organizations figure out what to do with their data — long before "digital transformation" was a buzzword. Today, that means connecting shop floors to the cloud, wiring up factories with real-time int... Show more

Karan Singh Jain is a visionary engineering leader with over 14 years of experience driving innovation and excellence in product development, process optimization, and hardware engineering within world-class organizations, including Apple and Texas Instruments. His contributions have resulted in 19 active U.S. patents and more than 35 pending patents, underscoring his deep technical expertise and inventive approach.
At Apple, Karan has served in senior leadership roles, currently as Senior Hardware Engineering Manager, where he develops and executes global strategic visions for Human Interfaces, aligning them with organizational goals. His work has delivered groundbreaking technologies, including new camera control features for the iPhone 16, advanced sensor technologies for HomePods, and innovative interaction systems for AirPods and Siri Remote. Karan leads teams responsible for delivering multiple modules across Apple product lines. He has been instrumental in setting up state-of-the-art prototyping labs and automated testing setups that significantly reduced costs and development time.
Before his current role, Karan made impactful contributions as Hardware Engineering Manager and Senior Hardware Engineer at Apple, where he architected human interface sensors, developed proof-of-concept prototypes, and collaborated across diverse cross‑functional teams to bring cutting-edge features like the Touch + Force + Haptics system to life.
Before joining Apple, Karan worked as an Analog IC Design Engineer at Texas Instruments, where he designed Touch ICs for the iPhone 6 and 6s, USB‑C power delivery ICs, and Thunderbolt power delivery FETs. His innovations in analog front-end design led to multiple patents and accelerated product timelines.
Karan holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Communication from Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology, Delhi. Known for his strong communication skills and passion for fostering a culture of continuous learning, Karan excels in leading high-performing teams to deliver transformative engineering solutions.

Karan Singh Jain is a visionary engineering leader with over 14 years of experience driving innovation and excellence in product development, process optimization, and hardware engineering within world-class organizations, including Apple and Texas I... Show more

As a Senior Tech Manager at Oracle USA, I lead AI-powered Oracle product implementations, helping customers unlock tangible benefits through advanced supply chain solutions. With an APICS CSCP certification, I have mentored over 10+ supply chain professionals, guiding them through current industry trends and best practices. My academic foundation includes an M.Tech in Software Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur, which strengthens my ability to bridge research and practical applications. As an ASCM CSCP Fellow member, I actively contribute to industry discussions, staying at the forefront of AI-driven innovations in supply chain management. I am a dedicated researcher focused on optimizing supply chain operations using the latest AI and machine learning technologies. My work explores advanced predictive analytics, deep learning models, and AI-driven simulations to enhance efficiency, minimize disruptions, and drive intelligent decision-making in supply chain management.

As a Senior Tech Manager at Oracle USA, I lead AI-powered Oracle product implementations, helping customers unlock tangible benefits through advanced supply chain solutions. With an APICS CSCP certification, I have mentored over 10+ supply chain prof... Show more

Robert B. Cohen is the CEO of a new startup, AI Economics. It analyzes the ROI of investments in AI models, especially AI agents. Cohen has previously served as economist and Senior Fellow at the Economic Strategy Institute (ESI), where he has led research on the impact of cloud computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI) on the U.S. economy. Most recently, he served as director of the TM Forum’s Enterprise Cloud Leadership Council.

Robert B. Cohen is the CEO of a new startup, AI Economics. It analyzes the ROI of investments in AI models, especially AI agents. Cohen has previously served as economist and Senior Fellow at the Economic Strategy Institute (ESI), where he has led re... Show more

I work at the boundary between machine learning research and semantic communication -- interested in how AI models learn to represent meaning, how much of that meaning survives when you compress or transmit it, and what breaks when you push systems to their limits.
I enjoy asking questions that sit slightly outside the obvious: how many dimensions does a model actually need? Do different architectures converge toward the same internal structure? Where does information-theoretic thinking meet deep learning in useful ways?
Outside of research, I'm an active competitive programmer and stay closely engaged with what's happening across the ML and AI space -- from model efficiency and representation learning to the broader question of how intelligence, artificial or otherwise, organises knowledge.
I'm equally comfortable in a technical deep-dive or explaining ideas to a general audience -- and I genuinely enjoy making hard concepts feel intuitive.

I work at the boundary between machine learning research and semantic communication -- interested in how AI models learn to represent meaning, how much of that meaning survives when you compress or transmit it, and what breaks when you push systems t... Show more

Dr. Seema Sidhu is a transformative district leader and the 2026 AUHSD ACSA Central Office Administrator of the Year. Currently serving as the Director of Learning and Development for the Anaheim Union High School District, Dr. Sidhu oversees the strategic "braiding" of millions in state and federal programs to move the needle on equity and justice. A former English teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal, her career is defined by a refusal to accept the status quo of top-down governance. Dr. Sidhu is recognized for bringing innovation to compliance, dismantling administrative silos to institutionalize authentic democratic school governance. Her leadership in operationalizing the "Voice to Action" Equity Transformation Cycle has resulted in historic academic gains for English Learners and at-promise youth. A recipient of the Woman of Distinction Award from the California State Senate, Dr. Sidhu is a sought-after speaker on AI implementation, strategic planning, and the power of shared leadership. She holds an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from the University of La Verne and is dedicated to equipping leaders with the tools to transform school systems and level up through student voice and agency.

Dr. Seema Sidhu is a transformative district leader and the 2026 AUHSD ACSA Central Office Administrator of the Year. Currently serving as the Director of Learning and Development for the Anaheim Union High School District, Dr. Sidhu oversees the str... Show more

Raghu Shankar is an entrepreneur incubating cloud native architectures and semiconductor chiplet based systems

His experience spans product management for servers, incubation of AI at Dell, architecture and engineering for semiconductors at Intel.

MSEE Univ of Texas at Austin & MBA from Kellogg Northwestern Univ

Raghu Shankar is an entrepreneur incubating cloud native architectures and semiconductor chiplet based systems His experience spans product management for servers, incubation of AI at Dell, architecture and engineering for semiconductors at Intel... Show more

Hi, I’m Syed Hussain. Working at Alpha Tiles - a foremost tile manufacturer and supplier in Dubai, UAE. We deal with all types of floor and wall tiles, Wholesaler, Distributors, Manufacturer, Importer, Exporter. Nothing is more fulfilling than being part of a team with similar interests, and an organization that values its employees.

Hi, I’m Syed Hussain. Working at Alpha Tiles - a foremost tile manufacturer and supplier in Dubai, UAE. We deal with all types of floor and wall tiles, Wholesaler, Distributors, Manufacturer, Importer, Exporter. Nothing is more fulfilling than being ... Show more

Soy Pedro Castillo, Ingeniero Informático. Me apasiona profundamente el mundo de los datos y su potencial para revelar verdades ocultas. En mi actual rol como Analista de Datos, tengo el privilegio de sumergirme en la complejidad de los datos, analizándolos hasta que revelan sus secretos más profundos. He tenido la oportunidad de liderar proyectos en diversos sectores, desde la industria minera hasta el retail y la salud. Mi objetivo es utilizar mi experiencia para desentrañar patrones y tendencias significativas que impulsen la toma de decisiones informadas y estratégicas en cualquier campo en el que trabajo.

Soy Pedro Castillo, Ingeniero Informático. Me apasiona profundamente el mundo de los datos y su potencial para revelar verdades ocultas. En mi actual rol como Analista de Datos, tengo el privilegio de sumergirme en la complejidad de los datos, analiz... Show more

Mike Holcomb is an independent consultant focused on OT/ICS cybersecurity, an educational content creator, and an international speaker. Prior to supporting clients full-time through UtilSec, he was a Fellow of Cybersecurity and the OT/ICS Cybersecurity Global Lead for one of the world’s largest engineering and construction companies, providing him with the opportunity to work in securing some of the world’s largest OT/ICS environments, from power plants and commuter rail to manufacturing facilities and refineries.

As part of his community efforts, Michael founded BSidesICS/OT, with multiple events planned globally for 2026. He has his master’s degree in OT/ICS cybersecurity from the SANS Technology Institute. Additionally, he maintains cybersecurity and OT/ICS certifications, including CISSP, GRID, GICSP, GCIP, GPEN, GCIH, ISA 62443, and more.

He was awarded the SANS Difference Maker Award for Practitioner of the Year: ICS/OT Defender for 2025 and BEER-ISAC's Community Builder Award in 2026.

He posts regularly on LinkedIn and YouTube to help others learn more about securing OT/ICS and critical infrastructure.

You can find out more information about Mike and his resources at mikeholcomb.com.

Mike Holcomb is an independent consultant focused on OT/ICS cybersecurity, an educational content creator, and an international speaker. Prior to supporting clients full-time through UtilSec, he was a Fellow of Cybersecurity and the OT/ICS Cybersecur... Show more

Anup has significantly contributed to the Google Summer of Code (GSoC) program, where his focus lies in crafting the Firefox Profiler Converter for Linux Perf Tool. This innovative work empowers advanced performance visualization on Linux OS, showcasing his prowess in perf tool, eBPF, and tracing techniques.

Anup has significantly contributed to the Google Summer of Code (GSoC) program, where his focus lies in crafting the Firefox Profiler Converter for Linux Perf Tool. This innovative work empowers advanced performance visualization on Linux OS, showcas... Show more

Sheyinka Harry is an Agile Coach with over six years of experience helping organizations navigate messy, real-world change. She partners with product, engineering, and delivery leaders to improve delivery outcomes, build trust, and create healthy, high-performing teams.

Pragmatic, people-focused, and deeply systems-oriented, Sheyinka designs and resets delivery operating models while facilitating tough conversations across product, tech, and business. She has guided teams and leaders through low trust, burnout, inconsistent delivery, and the misapplication of Agile, always balancing culture, people, and outcomes.

Her experience spans the US, Latin America, and the Caribbean, including regulated and high-stakes environments in finance, e-commerce, and payments. Sheyinka is passionate about helping organizations achieve measurable results while empowering teams to thrive sustainably.

Sheyinka Harry is an Agile Coach with over six years of experience helping organizations navigate messy, real-world change. She partners with product, engineering, and delivery leaders to improve delivery outcomes, build trust, and create healthy, hi... Show more

- Development engineer at IAV GmbH since 2017
- Team Manager at IAV GmbH since 2025

- Development engineer at IAV GmbH since 2017 - Team Manager at IAV GmbH since 2025 Show more

Ingeniero, Profesor y Emprendedor
Javier López es ingeniero en informática, MBA en IT y PhD. candidate. Actualmente trabaja como Senior Manager en Ingeniería Cloud en Deloitte y lidera los Sectores de Defensa e Industria; previamente pasó por Telefónica, BBVA, KMPG y Banco Santander. En su tiempo libre (y en sus horas de sueño) a fundado cuatro startups y co-organiza el MorcillaConf en Burgos.

Por otra parte, es Google Developer Expert en Cloud y cuenta con gran cantidad de certificaciones en diversas tecnologías.

Ingeniero, Profesor y Emprendedor Javier López es ingeniero en informática, MBA en IT y PhD. candidate. Actualmente trabaja como Senior Manager en Ingeniería Cloud en Deloitte y lidera los Sectores de Defensa e Industria; previamente pasó por Telefó... Show more

Akash Srivastava is a strategy and operations leader with extensive expertise in supply chain transformation, operational excellence, and enterprise value creation. He currently serves as an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, where he leads high-impact engagements across the consumer and operations sectors. In this role, he advises senior executives on complex business challenges, develops transformation strategies, and drives sustainable performance improvements for global organizations. His work spans supply chain optimization, logistics redesign, and frontline productivity enhancement, combining data-driven insights with practical execution to improve operational efficiency and long-term organizational capabilities.
At McKinsey, Akash is also actively involved in mentoring teams, developing intellectual capital, and advancing innovative methodologies adopted across the firm’s global practice. Prior to McKinsey, he held consulting positions at Strategy& and KPMG, leading procurement transformations, digital operating model design, and cost optimization initiatives across industries including energy, metals, mining, and the public sector. Earlier, he worked at Tata Steel, where he managed mining operations and continuous improvement programs, building strong expertise in industrial systems and execution excellence. Akash holds an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering from IIT.

Akash Srivastava is a strategy and operations leader with extensive expertise in supply chain transformation, operational excellence, and enterprise value creation. He currently serves as an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, where he leads hig... Show more

Solution Engineer at Microsoft specialising in data security and compliance. With a strong foundation in European and international law, she helps organisations navigate complex regulatory environments by translating legal and business requirements into effective technology solutions. She enables customers to bridge the gap between compliance mandates and technical implementation, driving secure, scalable, and compliant data protection strategies.

Solution Engineer at Microsoft specialising in data security and compliance. With a strong foundation in European and international law, she helps organisations navigate complex regulatory environments by translating legal and business requirements i... Show more

Madeleine Groß is a Product Manager at IAV in Berlin, where she drives digital software solutions for data-driven and AI-enabled engineering. She brings a strong background in agile software development, with experience in requirements engineering, quality assurance, product ownership, and project management.

Her current focus is on developing and positioning platforms for scenario generation, validation, and the integration of complex system landscapes. She drives products such as IAV Mela and IAV Egalité, enabling scalable and efficient development processes through automation, intelligent data utilization, and flexible software architectures.

Madeleine Groß is a Product Manager at IAV in Berlin, where she drives digital software solutions for data-driven and AI-enabled engineering. She brings a strong background in agile software development, with experience in requirements engineering, q... Show more

Michal is a Competence Lead for Software Quality Assurance at Viessmann where he is the advocate for focus on the Quality Processes of Deliveries. He is a fan of fast and efficient testing. Michal gives his insights in design of the test harness and solutions for industrialisation projects, the definition of the scope of testing and efficient test reporting. Michal feels responsible for sharing “new-fancy stuff” with others and helping people grow as individuals. He is involved in various activities including quality management, project consulting and requirements analysis. Now sharing his experience as a Quality Management Consultant. In his free time Michal spends time on archery, feeder fishing or enjoying a glass of rum.

Michal is a Competence Lead for Software Quality Assurance at Viessmann where he is the advocate for focus on the Quality Processes of Deliveries. He is a fan of fast and efficient testing. Michal gives his insights in design of the test harness and... Show more

Nina Ajnira Karisik is a software engineer, speaker, and founder of MadeApt, a fashion-tech startup reimagining how clothing is made and experienced. With a background in AI, development, and community-building, Nina’s work blends technical depth with a human touch. She’s known for creating interactive sessions where audiences co-create apps live, exploring the joys and messiness of coding with AI. Her talks and talks have been featured in Australia, India, Spain and beyond

Nina Ajnira Karisik is a software engineer, speaker, and founder of MadeApt, a fashion-tech startup reimagining how clothing is made and experienced. With a background in AI, development, and community-building, Nina’s work blends technical depth wit... Show more

A transformation leader, consultant, and speaker who helps organizations move from improvement intent to measurable, scalable operational impact. As the Founder and Principal Consultant of SimplexityPM, LLC — a COBID-certified (OSBE, ESB, MBE, WBE) fractional consulting firm based in Lake Oswego, Oregon — Jahzeel partners with senior leaders to cut through complexity, strengthen operating models, and turn strategic intent into measurable results. She operates through a network of senior strategic partners, ensuring every engagement receives direct, experienced leadership with no junior handoff.
With more than 15 years of experience across insurance, manufacturing, nonprofit, aviation, and public sectors, Jahzeel brings a pragmatic, human-centered approach to organizational change. Her work spans Lean and Agile transformation, process improvement, change management, project leadership, operational excellence, and executive coaching — all grounded in the belief that sustainable growth comes from clear priorities, disciplined systems, and empowered teams. She has delivered engagements across over 10 countries and is bilingual in English and Spanish at native level.
Jahzeel has led large-scale transformations for global and regional organizations — from a +33 NPS gain in Spain and a 16-day lead time reduction in Chile, to a Procure-to-Pay operational transformation across three manufacturing facilities, a Lean 5S-structured office relocation for Global non-profit, and a 6-part Lean Execution Leadership Series with AME that drew over 200 attendees to its inaugural session. Her engagements span manufacturing, insurance, nonprofit, aviation, education, and public sectors. She is known for meeting leaders where they are — blending structure with flexibility and theory with real-world application.
She holds an MBA and certifications including Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO), Project Management Professional (PMP), and Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU). Jahzeel serves as Vice President of Professional Development for PMI Portland Chapter, and is an active member of Rotary District 5100 with a focus on international and community leadership. She is pursuing Shingo facilitator certification through IgniteXcellence and is a co-founder of SPARK (Strategic Partners Amplifying Real Knowledge), a peer community for solopreneurs built on shared growth and authentic collaboration.
A dynamic and relatable speaker, Jahzeel is recognized for making complex topics practical, engaging, and actionable. She has presented for AME, PNSQC, PMI Olympia, and professional audiences across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Her speaking topics include Lean execution leadership, portfolio and initiative sequencing, change management, strategy execution, PM and change management integration, and building operational systems that scale with the business — without losing the people in the process.

A transformation leader, consultant, and speaker who helps organizations move from improvement intent to measurable, scalable operational impact. As the Founder and Principal Consultant of SimplexityPM, LLC — a COBID-certified (OSBE, ESB, MBE, WBE) f... Show more

As the founder of Peak InfoSec, Mr. Titcombe left the Federal government sector as an Air Force Program Manager to reapply his 25+ years of Information Security & Technology experience to the commercial sector. Mr. Titcombe now leads an organization that specializes in Information Security Turn Around efforts supporting federal and commercial sectors. Mr. Titcombe has been brought in to consult with organizations across the globe like United Launch Alliance, Sony, ConocoPhillips, and Munich Re-Insurance. His commitment to supporting the military and Defense Industrial Base did not stop when he left the Air Force. Mr. Titcombe is a recognized leader in the DoD’s new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). His leadership efforts led him to lead one of the first CMMC 3rd Party Assessor Organizations (C3PAO); being certified as a CMMC Provisional Assessor; volunteering on the CMMC Accreditation Body Industry Standards Working Group; and, as a Subject Matter Expert, helping several institutions develop CMMC training curricula.

As the founder of Peak InfoSec, Mr. Titcombe left the Federal government sector as an Air Force Program Manager to reapply his 25+ years of Information Security & Technology experience to the commercial sector. Mr. Titcombe now leads an organizatio... Show more

Utkarshkumar Sanjaybhai Shah is an Embedded Systems and Firmware Engineer with over a decade of experience building mission-critical solutions across semiconductor manufacturing, automotive OTA infrastructure, industrial automation, and secure distributed communication systems.
Currently a Software Engineer IV at Lam Research Corporation, Utkarsh leads firmware development for high-precision RF impedance matching systems built on the Xilinx Zynq-7000+ SoC, translating complex RF requirements into production-ready embedded control solutions. His work spans closed-loop control algorithms, EtherCAT-based actuation systems, and smart PCBA platforms that directly improve reliability in semiconductor processing equipment.
Before Lam, Utkarsh served as Firmware Engineer and Firmware Lead at Sibros Technologies, where he architected scalable OTA update frameworks and UDS-based diagnostic stacks deployed across distributed vehicle ECU networks. He brings extensive experience working with various real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded platforms, enabling him to design deterministic, memory-optimized firmware for resource-constrained environments. This expertise has been consistently applied across roles at Xylem Water Solutions, Aricent Technologies, and Schenck Rotec.
Utkarsh holds a Master of Technology in Control and Automation from Nirma University and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication from Saurashtra University. He is a published researcher, Agile Scrum-certified, and a recipient of multiple industry awards recognizing innovation and technical excellence.
With hands-on command of protocols including CAN, EtherCAT, UDS, MQTT, and G.hn PLC, Utkarsh brings both the depth of a systems thinker and the precision of a production engineer to every project he leads.

Utkarshkumar Sanjaybhai Shah is an Embedded Systems and Firmware Engineer with over a decade of experience building mission-critical solutions across semiconductor manufacturing, automotive OTA infrastructure, industrial automation, and secure distri... Show more

Data & AI Expert at SE-Link, where the focus is making AI dependable enough to act inside real engineering projects - plant lines, infrastructure, and industrial automation. The throughline of the work is neurosymbolic: pairing language models with sound symbolic verification on top of Neo4j knowledge graphs, so autonomous actions are bounded by proof and calibrated trust rather than probabilistic confidence.

This includes deterministic, provenance-bearing GraphRAG, bitemporal graph memory, and solver-gated multi-agent systems deployed against messy, multi-modal engineering data. Kani cares about the gap between impressive demos and systems you can actually put near a factory floor, and enjoys sharing the patterns and the hard-won mistakes - that close it

Data & AI Expert at SE-Link, where the focus is making AI dependable enough to act inside real engineering projects - plant lines, infrastructure, and industrial automation. The throughline of the work is neurosymbolic: pairing language models with ... Show more

Dr. Lech Kalinowski is a PhD-trained physicist, Senior AI Systems Engineer, and hands-on builder working across local inference, agentic systems, mobile AI, and physical AI interfaces. His background spans condensed matter physics, printed electronics, data science, blockchain, local LLM infrastructure, and embedded prototyping.

At Callstack, he works on practical AI engineering, including local and mobile AI systems, AI-assisted development workflows, React Native Evals, and agentic tooling. He is the author of technical work on context engineering, multi-agent CLI workflows, quantization, and local model deployment. He previously served as CTO at Panamint, where he worked at the intersection of sustainable electronics, nanomaterials, and applied data science.

He is currently building Vault OS, an experimental handheld AI terminal that connects ESP32-based hardware, OLED/e-paper UX, local models, backend orchestration, and OpenClaw automation into a physical control surface for personal agents.

Dr. Lech Kalinowski is a PhD-trained physicist, Senior AI Systems Engineer, and hands-on builder working across local inference, agentic systems, mobile AI, and physical AI interfaces. His background spans condensed matter physics, printed electronic... Show more

Robotics Engineer working as a Field Reliability Engineer specializing in low-voltage (LV) electrical subsystems for autonomous and software-defined electric vehicles. Focused on end-to-end reliability engineering across LV power distribution, LV battery management, and autonomy-adjacent electronics by combining hands-on PCBA/ECU-level failure analysis with fleet log analytics, supplier quality containment, and cross-functional corrective actions (including firmware/software mitigations) to improve safety, uptime, and customer experience at scale. Keywords : low-voltage (LV) electrical subsystems for autonomous vehicles, LV battery Management Systems, Environmental induced camera sensor optimisation

Robotics Engineer working as a Field Reliability Engineer specializing in low-voltage (LV) electrical subsystems for autonomous and software-defined electric vehicles. Focused on end-to-end reliability engineering across LV power distribution, LV bat... Show more

Sachin Pal Singh is a transformational CEO and global operations executive with more than 20 years of experience leading high-performance enterprises across oil & gas, utility infrastructure, and data center construction. With a track record of managing $300M+ P&L businesses, Sachin has built a reputation for delivering measurable results in safety, quality, cost, and profitability, both within Fortune 500 organizations and in scaling small to mid-market companies.
Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer of Smith Industries and SI Utility in Midland, Texas, Sachin leads two companies with a combined $100M P&L, overseeing 350,000+ sq. ft. of manufacturing facilities and a team of 250 employees serving more than 30 major clients. In this role, he partnered with the board to launch a new utility business focused on power transmission and distribution, expanding the company's portfolio into utility poles, substation structures, and grid infrastructure. His operational leadership drove a 4x revenue increase in 2025 compared to the prior year.
Prior to joining Smith Industries, Sachin served as Chief Operating Officer of The Shaw Group in Houston, Texas, where he directed a $300M P&L across the EPF business unit, overseeing 2.1 million sq. ft. of engineering and manufacturing facilities and a workforce of 800 employees. He successfully relaunched the Shaw Group in 2020, implementing ERP and AI tools to enable data-driven decision making and transitioning the portfolio toward automation and robotics-based fabrication. His leadership delivered a 20% EBITDA growth and an 8% improvement in gross profit margins.
Before Shaw, Sachin spent 14 years at McDermott International, a $6B global EPC leader, progressing through senior roles including Sr. Director of Fabrication Operations, Director of Fabrication Operations, Plant Manager, and Sr. Engineering and Supply Chain Manager. During this tenure, he led the CB&I fabrication business unit through its merger with McDermott International, directed a $100M+ strategic divestiture, managed $200M+ in global sourcing, and delivered multi-million dollar savings through lean manufacturing, transportation optimization, and offshore engineering center development. He also served as executive management representative for ISO 9001, AISC, and ASME certifications.
Sachin holds a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from Louisiana State University and a Bachelor of Technology from Punjab Technical University in India. He currently serves as a Board Member of SI Utility LLC and as an Advisor on the Finance, Operations & Growth Strategy Committee for KSS Acquisition & Holding LLC.

Sachin Pal Singh is a transformational CEO and global operations executive with more than 20 years of experience leading high-performance enterprises across oil & gas, utility infrastructure, and data center construction. With a track record of manag... Show more

I’m a Strategist, Author, and Trainer dedicated to helping people make sense of complex systems. I guide businesses through the real-world challenges of implementing and optimizing complex systems, turning confusion into clarity.

I don’t just teach, I bring it to life. Through hands-on training, story-driven walkthroughs, and easy-to-follow documentation, I turn technical content into something engaging and practical. My goal is to make learning feel less like a black box and more like a powerful tool anyone can master.

As a published author and long-time blogger, I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned to help others succeed. Whether it’s configuring a ledger or navigating supply chain flows, I aim to make the process intuitive, insightful, and (dare I say) fun.

I’m a Strategist, Author, and Trainer dedicated to helping people make sense of complex systems. I guide businesses through the real-world challenges of implementing and optimizing complex systems, turning confusion into clarity. I don’t just teac... Show more

Felix Schwarzmeier is a Senior Solution Engineer at smapiot in Munich, Germany, specializing in scalable AI and cloud-based data analytics solutions for Industrial IoT (IIoT) using Microsoft Azure.

Felix Schwarzmeier is a Senior Solution Engineer at smapiot in Munich, Germany, specializing in scalable AI and cloud-based data analytics solutions for Industrial IoT (IIoT) using Microsoft Azure. Show more

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

Amar Chheda is an AI/ML engineer solving hard problems in the real world — from DeepFake detection and manufacturing vision systems to AI-driven cybersecurity. He brings deep technical expertise alongside a strong community ethos as the organiser behind AI Camp Atlanta, which has grown to over 4,000 members through hands-on meetups, hackathons, and industry panels.

Amar’s approach is refreshingly grounded: no hype, just clarity, execution, and impact. He’s spoken at conferences, mentored at hackathons, and actively collaborates with universities, tech communities, and industry leaders to make AI more accessible and actionable for professionals. Whether he’s building production-ready AI pipelines or helping others explore their first agent use case, Amar’s north star is always the same — using AI in service of real problems and real people.

Amar Chheda is an AI/ML engineer solving hard problems in the real world — from DeepFake detection and manufacturing vision systems to AI-driven cybersecurity. He brings deep technical expertise alongside a strong community ethos as the organiser beh... Show more