Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Berny During

Berny During

Berny During, MCT CPIM BBA(UNISA), boasts a 27-year tenure as a Microsoft Certified Trainer. With a rich background, he began as product manager at Navision South Africa, later co-founding a successful partner. His impact spans roles from entrepreneurship to being a driving force in some of Africa's largest partners. Berny's expertise extends across fields like Production and Inventory Management, Business Administration, Computer Sciences, Law, Taxation, and Labour Law.

Over 27 years, he's empowered thousands worldwide through NAV/BC training, in 20+ countries. Currently, he nurtures Business Central practices, consultants, and developers, also aiding partners to grow, and promoting Dynamics 365 Business Central. Berny's voice has resonated at industry conferences like Tech-Ed, Directions, Days of Knowledge and hosted the Navision Africa partner conference.

Passionate about knowledge sharing, he finds joy in inspiring business growth and personal development among partners.

Berny During, MCT CPIM BBA(UNISA), boasts a 27-year tenure as a Microsoft Certified Trainer. With a rich background, he began as product manager at Navision South Africa, later co-founding a successful partner. His impact spans roles from entrepreneu... Show more

Robin Finnell

Robin Finnell

Robin Finnell is a Functional Consultant who's passionate about the power of change management. She has over 16 years of experience in the Microsoft space, in both D365BC and D365FO and is a Prosci certified Advanced Change Practitioner/Trainer.

Robin Finnell is a Functional Consultant who's passionate about the power of change management. She has over 16 years of experience in the Microsoft space, in both D365BC and D365FO and is a Prosci certified Advanced Change Practitioner/Trainer. Show more

Chris McGraw

Chris McGraw

Chris McGraw is Lorien's National Director of Permanent Placement IT, with 15 year's experience building high-performance cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure and data analytics teams for clients of all sizes and industries. Skilled at identifying, assessing, and recruiting executive talent to lead enterprise data-driven security strategies and cloud infrastructure.

Chris has been a guest speaker in several Podcasts and speaks frequently at virtual and technology conferences. Chris' passion for mentoring transitioning veterans extends to causes like the Fisher House, RWB and The American Legion. He holds professional membership in the Cincinnati & Mid-Tennessee chapters of the Information Systems Security Association and The Circuit, a Cincinnati Technology Professional Organization.

Chris McGraw is Lorien's National Director of Permanent Placement IT, with 15 year's experience building high-performance cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure and data analytics teams for clients of all sizes and industries. Skilled at identifying, as... Show more

Dan Edwards

Dan Edwards

Dan is a CPA with over 30 years of experience in the ERP industry. During this time, he has worked in many different roles allowing him to truly understand the complete industry. The combined experience of marketing, sales, presales, consulting and training allows him to provide a truly unique perspective to prospects and customers.

Most recently he has specialized in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain, Business Intelligence and Power Platform, helping customers and partners understand their pains with reporting and analyzing the volumes of data they have. He has helped them identify proper solutions so they can truly gain value from their data.

In addition, Dan is an Adjunct Professor of Business teaching Accounting Information Systems and Data Analytics. He is also the leader of the Southern California Dynamics 365 user group.

He is a frequent speaker and presenter at Microsoft and other related industry conferences and events including Microsoft Convergence, AXUG Summit, Microsoft Technical Conference and Power BI World Tour. He was recently recognized as a DUG Product Expert Superhero.

Dan is a CPA with over 30 years of experience in the ERP industry. During this time, he has worked in many different roles allowing him to truly understand the complete industry. The combined experience of marketing, sales, presales, consulting and t... Show more

Andrew Boerger

Andrew Boerger

Andrew leads a small analytics team for a mid-sized automotive manufacturer, responsible for data integration, engineering, modeling, and visualization. The products in his team's stack include Azure Synapse Analytics, Fabric, and Power BI. He lives and works in Bellefontaine, Ohio.

Andrew leads a small analytics team for a mid-sized automotive manufacturer, responsible for data integration, engineering, modeling, and visualization. The products in his team's stack include Azure Synapse Analytics, Fabric, and Power BI. He lives ... Show more

Diana Elizabeth León De La Cruz

Diana Elizabeth León De La Cruz

Ingeniero industrial y de Sistemas, con 19 años de experiencia en el sector Agroindustrial para la exportación
Gerente de Planta de la empresa SOMEREX S.A en Perú.
He tenido a cargo el diseño, implementación y puesta en marcha de proyectos de construcción de plantas procesadoras de productos congelados; así como la implementación de sistemas de Gestión de Seguridad Alimentaria, ISO, Responsabilidad social y Sistema de Gestión en Control y Seguridad y de la cadena de suministro.

Reconocida como Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2019 Expert y cuento con la especialización en Business Analytics con Excel y Power BI

Cofundadora de las comunidades de Datos Data Latina y Power Platform Perú

Ingeniero industrial y de Sistemas, con 19 años de experiencia en el sector Agroindustrial para la exportación Gerente de Planta de la empresa SOMEREX S.A en Perú. He tenido a cargo el diseño, implementación y puesta en marcha de proyectos de cons... Show more

Angela Trego

Angela Trego

Dr. Angela Trego, PE, PMP inspires, creates, and fosters confidence through her speaking and training, focusing on imposter syndrome and soft-skills development. As a highly successful engineer, Angela held technical and senior leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries and around the globe. An award-winning teacher and mentor, Dr. Trego serves on several technical, non-profit, and executive boards. Angela’s technical expertise combined with leadership experiences offer unique insights to enhance your organization's potential. Above all, Angela is passionate about empowering others with vital skills to help them become more successful. Discover more at: angelatrego.com.

Dr. Angela Trego, PE, PMP inspires, creates, and fosters confidence through her speaking and training, focusing on imposter syndrome and soft-skills development. As a highly successful engineer, Angela held technical and senior leadership roles at Fo... Show more

Michael Simms

Michael Simms

A seasoned technical manager with significant experience in SQL Server, Azure Data Tools and AI, Power Platform, as well as Microsoft Dynamics AX & F&SC in addition to several other technology stacks. I have been at the leading edge of technology for over three decades. I have had the opportunity to architect and implement several projects in the ERP, data and AI space and have assisted in or been the principal in the go-live for several clients.

A seasoned technical manager with significant experience in SQL Server, Azure Data Tools and AI, Power Platform, as well as Microsoft Dynamics AX & F&SC in addition to several other technology stacks. I have been at the leading edge of technology fo... Show more

Chris Carter

Chris Carter

As a renowned AI expert and thought leader, I have delivered numerous keynote presentations on the transformative power of artificial intelligence, tailored to the specific needs and themes of various summits and speaking engagements.

My presentations explore the far-reaching implications of AI on industries and businesses, including the potential disruption of traditional development roles, the opportunities for innovation and growth, and the critical need for strategic support. I also examine the current state of AI adoption and its projected impact on the next 3-5 years, highlighting the imperative for organizations to adapt and thrive in an AI-driven future.

With a global speaking presence and a track record of providing valuable insights and resources, including complimentary copies of my books, I invite you to explore my previous presentations and events (links below).

As a renowned AI expert and thought leader, I have delivered numerous keynote presentations on the transformative power of artificial intelligence, tailored to the specific needs and themes of various summits and speaking engagements. My presenta... Show more

Dario Benevento

Dario Benevento

Dario is a software developer at a machine tool manufacturing company in Geneva, where he works with VB6, WPF, and C#. After experimenting with Asp.NET MVC, jQuery, JS, Angular, and React, he is now using Blazor as his main front-end and UI technology, which he finds particularly fascinating. He is also an author and has published "Architecting ASP.NET Core Applications" in March 2025, with another book "Frontend Development – Tackling UI/UX with a .NET Mindset" scheduled for release in January 2026.

Dario is a software developer at a machine tool manufacturing company in Geneva, where he works with VB6, WPF, and C#. After experimenting with Asp.NET MVC, jQuery, JS, Angular, and React, he is now using Blazor as his main front-end and UI technolog... Show more

Guro Faller

Guro Faller

Solution architect from Norway with a passion for vintage clothing and good customer experiences. Guro has worked for 10+ years with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. Her background is varied, with experience in retail, fashion, financial services, marketing, and event management.
Guro is part of organizing multiple community events, such as the Nordic Summit.

Solution architect from Norway with a passion for vintage clothing and good customer experiences. Guro has worked for 10+ years with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. Her background is varied, with experience in retail, fashion, financial services... Show more

Jasmin Simader

Jasmin Simader

I combine creative passion with analytical precision. After 15 years in the international plant engineering industry, where I established standards, led projects, and developed data-driven tools, I found my professional home in BI. Today, I work at the intersection of business and technology: I not only design BI solutions but also support management in shaping and implementing strategies that turn data into a driver of business success, while ensuring people are taken into account in the journey. My deep interest in Data Governance and Data Management enables me to design frameworks that make data reliable, accessible, and truly valuable. What drives me is creating BI solutions that deliver insights, support decision-making, and make data understandable and actionable across the organization.

I combine creative passion with analytical precision. After 15 years in the international plant engineering industry, where I established standards, led projects, and developed data-driven tools, I found my professional home in BI. Today, I work at t... Show more

Anna Segerström

Anna Segerström

Anna Segerström is an experienced and driven consultant with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Anna is a certified change manager and a specialist in Microsoft 365 and Copilot with a focus on productivity and aligning business requirements to the right technology.
She enjoys working close to the business and has a genuine interest and understanding of both technical and business-driven requirements.
Anna has worked with everything from non profit organizations to large international companies.
Anna lives in Stockholm, Sweden and is fluent in English and Swedish

Anna Segerström is an experienced and driven consultant with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Anna is a certified change manager and a specialist in Microsoft 365 and Copilot with a focus on productivity and aligning business requireme... Show more

Sander van de Velde

Sander van de Velde

I’ve been presented with the 2017 – 2025 Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for my Azure IoT community work.

In 2024, I also received a second MVP award for Real-Time Intelligence.

In my daily work, I'm an IoT solution architect for SDG Group (an ALTEN company) in the Netherlands, the consulting and engineering organization for the high-tech sector, and I specialize in Microsoft Azure IoT together with Microsoft Fabric.

I'm involved with many aspects of the Azure IoT Platform and Azure and IoT in general.

I work on IoT innovations where I add IoT value by working together with clients, partners, and the community.

I’ve been presented with the 2017 – 2025 Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for my Azure IoT community work. In 2024, I also received a second MVP award for Real-Time Intelligence. In my daily work, I'm an IoT solution architect f... Show more

Melissa Hale

Melissa Hale

Melissa Hale is a Power Platform Developer who transitioned from pursuing a PhD in venom and parasite research to finding a more fulfilling career and work-life balance in tech. With a strong background in SharePoint, Power Automate and Canvas Apps, Melissa has transformed business practices in both start ups and large firms. Beyond her professional role, she dedicates her expertise to the charity "Collaboration for Kids," enhancing their operations through the Power Platform. Based in Liverpool, United Kingdom, Melissa is enthusiastic about learning and growing within the Power Platform community. Melissa is dedicated to leveraging ethical AI and responsible technology to create meaningful and efficient solutions for organisations.

Melissa Hale is a Power Platform Developer who transitioned from pursuing a PhD in venom and parasite research to finding a more fulfilling career and work-life balance in tech. With a strong background in SharePoint, Power Automate and Canvas Apps, ... Show more

Rafsan Huseynov

Rafsan Huseynov

I’m an AI Solution Architect focused on building practical, enterprise-ready solutions with Microsoft AI tools. My expertise centers on Copilot Studio, Microsoft 365 Copilot, AI Builder, and Azure AI Foundry, where I help organizations design, deploy, and scale AI capabilities across business functions.

I specialize in creating agentic AI solutions that connect Microsoft’s AI ecosystem with enterprise platforms such as SAP LeanIX, Snowflake, Dataverse, SharePoint, ServiceNow, and Databricks. From automating workflows to enabling data-driven decision-making, I ensure AI tools are integrated into daily operations in a way that delivers measurable value.

My work spans AI adoption strategy, low-code transformation, and enterprise architecture. I collaborate with business and IT leaders to drive initiatives like Copilot deployments, AI agent integration, and admin training—helping organizations accelerate their AI journey with security, governance, and scalability in mind.

I’m an AI Solution Architect focused on building practical, enterprise-ready solutions with Microsoft AI tools. My expertise centers on Copilot Studio, Microsoft 365 Copilot, AI Builder, and Azure AI Foundry, where I help organizations design, deploy... Show more

Rakesh Darge

Rakesh Darge

Rakesh is an accomplished technologist and leader with over 24 years' experience in building & architecting modular Cloud ERP experiences. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and 4th time Fasttrack Recognized Solutions Architect. This is a testament to his expertise and contributions to the community in the field of business applications and low-code & no-code.

Rakesh is a Global Customer Success Architect at Tata Consultancy Services (Business Applications + Generative AI). He is responsible for designing Dynamics 365 Finance & SCM ERP, and leveraging Gen AI. He has expertise in a wide range of technologies, including Bizapps, Power Apps, and Azure.

Rakesh is passionate about leveraging Generative AI & Autonomous Agents for business applications that enhance business growth and innovation. He strongly believes in giving back to the community. He frequently shares his insights and expertise through speaking engagements, blogs, and community involvement. With his passion for empowering others, Rakesh has mentored and empowered many learners.

Rakesh is an accomplished technologist and leader with over 24 years' experience in building & architecting modular Cloud ERP experiences. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and 4th time Fasttrack Recognized Solutions Architect. This is a... Show more

Matthias Rochtus

Matthias Rochtus

Matthias Rochtus, experienced public speaker and Data Scientist.
Main fields of expertise are Geospatial research, data engineering & CI/CD , Predictive Maintenance and Retrieval Augmented Generation (LLMs)

Matthias Rochtus, experienced public speaker and Data Scientist. Main fields of expertise are Geospatial research, data engineering & CI/CD , Predictive Maintenance and Retrieval Augmented Generation (LLMs) Show more

Latifa Dekhici

Latifa Dekhici

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laboratory in the Higher School of Electrical and Energetic engineering of Oran. Her research interests include power dispatch, power system design, healthcare scheduling and green optimization as well as optimization methods especially metaheuristics. DEKHICI has been a member of Inside Project (Inclusion of Students With impairements in Distance Education) in 2023, of DIGITAQ Project about Quality Assurance Digitalization in Higher Education and a responsable of Digitalisation Strategy Office in her university. She partipated as a trainer in many sustainability; digitalization; accessibilty, cyber responsability, soft skills and inclusivity activities and serious game design.

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laborator... Show more

Sahib Sawhney

Sahib Sawhney

Sahib Sawhney is a seasoned technology professional with a robust background in software development and project management. He has demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive business growth. Sahib's proficiency spans various programming languages and platforms, enabling him to adapt to diverse technological environments. His commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry trends positions him as a valuable asset in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Sahib Sawhney is a seasoned technology professional with a robust background in software development and project management. He has demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive business growth. S... Show more

Aravind Reddy Boozula

Aravind Reddy Boozula

Distinguished Structural Dynamics and Battery Durability Expert with extensive experience in enhancing the safety, reliability, and sustainability of energy storage systems like Oil (Diesel) and Gas Gensets, Battery Storage System applications like direct current fast chargers (DCFC), and motive power applications. Specializing in vibration and fatigue validation, thermal propagation analysis, and safety and environmental durability assessments, providing actionable insights to ensure robust and efficient energy solutions. With expertise in structural dynamics validation and fatigue analysis bridges the gap between simulation accuracy and real-world performance to deliver durable and eco-friendly products.

Distinguished Structural Dynamics and Battery Durability Expert with extensive experience in enhancing the safety, reliability, and sustainability of energy storage systems like Oil (Diesel) and Gas Gensets, Battery Storage System applications like d... Show more

Thomas Van Dorpe

Thomas Van Dorpe

Presales Architect at Cegeka with over seven years of experience in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management, specializing in process manufacturing and pharmaceutical industry solutions with a focus on AI

Presales Architect at Cegeka with over seven years of experience in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management, specializing in process manufacturing and pharmaceutical industry solutions with a focus on AI Show more

Prabhat Sharma

Prabhat Sharma

🎯 Salesforce Ecosystem Expert & Aspiring CTA
Since 2016, I have been deeply involved in the Salesforce ecosystem and officially joined Salesforce in April 2021. My professional journey includes collaborating with a wide variety of end customers across industries such as Education, Healthcare, Automotive, and the Public Sector, providing tailored, impactful solutions. My expertise spans Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud, where I architect scalable, high-value solutions that solve complex business challenges and enable digital transformation.

🏆 Certifications & Professional Development
Currently, I'm pursuing my aspiration to become a Certified Technical Architect (CTA). I hold 17 Salesforce certifications and am an All-Star Trailhead Ranger with over 1,000 badges.

🌍 Beyond the Keyboard
Outside of work, I enjoy music, travelling and exploring literature.

🎯 Salesforce Ecosystem Expert & Aspiring CTA Since 2016, I have been deeply involved in the Salesforce ecosystem and officially joined Salesforce in April 2021. My professional journey includes collaborating with a wide variety of end customers acr... Show more

Tom Overton

Tom Overton

A 30-year veteran data guy with experience in enterprise databases, platform migration, application monitoring, audit and compliance, and document automation in environmental, government, telecom, manufacturing and healthcare industries. When not writing queries, I enjoy coaching, woodworking, and hiking in our Nation Parks.

A 30-year veteran data guy with experience in enterprise databases, platform migration, application monitoring, audit and compliance, and document automation in environmental, government, telecom, manufacturing and healthcare industries. When not wr... Show more

Brackly Murunga

Brackly Murunga

Brackly Murunga is a Machine learning researcher with a professional background in applied data science and machine learning with a career spanning half a decade in multiple industries including Tech, FMCG and Fintech.

He was the Lead AI/ML Engineer at Phindor LTD before transitioning to BAT Kenya as a data scientist. He currently is a portfolio data scientist at M-KOPA.

Brackly Murunga is a Machine learning researcher with a professional background in applied data science and machine learning with a career spanning half a decade in multiple industries including Tech, FMCG and Fintech. He was the Lead AI/ML Engine... Show more

Javi Hernández Braña

Javi Hernández Braña

Today's complex environment demands leadership that not only understands change but thrives on it. I collaborate with #teams and #organizations to develop an #agile culture centred on adaptability and continuous learning, ensuring they are fully prepared to adapt and excel in ever-evolving circumstances.

Today's complex environment demands leadership that not only understands change but thrives on it. I collaborate with #teams and #organizations to develop an #agile culture centred on adaptability and continuous learning, ensuring they are fully prep... Show more

Mithun A. Sridharan

Mithun A. Sridharan

I'm Mithun A. Sridharan, an entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker on Strategy, Management Consulting and Digital Transformation. I'm a Forbes Technology Council Thought Leader and a Member of Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. As a strategy and technology executive, I advise senior leaders and corporations derive value from their strategic technology investment portfolios. I am a TEDx speaker and regularly share insights at industry conferences and corporate events. I have also contributed thought leadership to high-impact journals and magazines, such as the World Economic Forum, the American Banker, Wired, Bloomberg, etc. I hold an MBA from ESMT Berlin, a Master of Science from Christian Albrechts University of Kiel, both in Germany and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Madras, India.

I'm Mithun A. Sridharan, an entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker on Strategy, Management Consulting and Digital Transformation. I'm a Forbes Technology Council Thought Leader and a Member of Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. As a strategy... Show more

Stefan Rapp

Stefan Rapp

Stefan is a cloud solution architect (CSA) on principal level with focus on Microsoft Azure at Xebia Germany and Microsoft MVP in the technology area "Azure Infrastructure as Code" (IaC). He has more than 15 years of experience in building and running enterprise solutions, helping customers to succeed with implementation of Microsoft based infrastructure and cloud transformation as well as bringing workloads to Microsoft Azure the smart and productive way. (“Let’s do the cloud journey together!”).

In the Azure area, he is a Microsoft certified network engineer, solution architect as well as security engineer. Beside his deep technical cloud knowledge, he is also a Project Management Professional (PMP) according to the Project Management Institute (PMI) standard.

Moreover, he is a great professional with a keen interest in harnessing the power of Microsoft cloud technologies for enhanced efficiency and innovation. Beside the deep Azure know-how, his expertise lies in cloud automation, specifically utilizing tools like Terraform and Ansible. He has a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable infrastructure solutions, streamlining workflows, and minimizing manual intervention. Let's connect and explore the vast potential of cloud automation together, implementing true end-to-end automation processes.

Stefan is a cloud solution architect (CSA) on principal level with focus on Microsoft Azure at Xebia Germany and Microsoft MVP in the technology area "Azure Infrastructure as Code" (IaC). He has more than 15 years of experience in building and runnin... Show more

Daniel Jermaine

Daniel Jermaine

I’m Daniel Jermaine, an experienced iOS software developer with years of expertise in creating innovative applications. I’ve built a variety of projects, including the first MVP for Sheltera, an AI-driven software that saves power companies $400,000 annually. I also developed a complex bioresonance app using Bluetooth for healing and an NGO social app that grew to over one million users.

As a winner of the TOn blockchain iOS competition, I’m passionate about mentoring junior developers through platforms like Swift Mentors. I also mentor UI/UX designers at major conferences, such as Untitled Designers, sharing insights and guidance. I believe in sharing knowledge and empowering the tech community through both my work and mentorship.

I’m Daniel Jermaine, an experienced iOS software developer with years of expertise in creating innovative applications. I’ve built a variety of projects, including the first MVP for Sheltera, an AI-driven software that saves power companies $400,000 ... Show more

Rebecca Solano

Rebecca Solano

Rebecca is a hands-on, human-centered, collaborative organizational change leader interested in developing great teams and culture, co-creating large-scale strategic vision, driving value nimbly, and a believer in integrating change strategies to develop organizational resiliency and competitive edge. She has 5+ years in cross-industry OCM for ERP implementations and tech adoption, as well as over 10 years in strategic and business communications, including 6 years of bilingual business communication & advocacy.

Rebecca is a hands-on, human-centered, collaborative organizational change leader interested in developing great teams and culture, co-creating large-scale strategic vision, driving value nimbly, and a believer in integrating change strategies to dev... Show more

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