Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Cathrine Bruvold

Cathrine Bruvold

Microsoft Business Applications MVP in Power Apps.

Power Platform enthusiast and solution architect with great passion for building and developing functional & aestethic Power Apps ✨

Microsoft Business Applications MVP in Power Apps. Power Platform enthusiast and solution architect with great passion for building and developing functional & aestethic Power Apps ✨ Show more

José Ramírez

José Ramírez

I am 41 years old, and during the last 18 years I have participated in different ERP and CRM implementation projects, of the Microsoft Dynamics family. I seek to share knowledge, experiences and success stories with the use of both platforms within organizations, as well as integration models with other systems, facilitating the adoption of users and consultants from the Microsoft Dynamics community.

I am part of the “Poweramicos”, a group of consultants and developers, focused on sharing information about the benefits that Dynamics 365 and the PowerPlatform have for companies and their collaborators.

I am currently an organizer of Impressions 365, an event that is focused on the training, dissemination and adoption of Microsoft Dynamics 365 platforms. In addition, I participate by contributing content to the Dynamics User Groups community in Spanish, I have been a speaker at PowerPlatform World Tour events as well as I have attended events called: Dynamics 365 Saturday's in various venues, which are aimed at being a guide for the effective adoption of Digital Transformation in companies and to share as much information as possible related to this topic.

I am 41 years old, and during the last 18 years I have participated in different ERP and CRM implementation projects, of the Microsoft Dynamics family. I seek to share knowledge, experiences and success stories with the use of both platforms within ... Show more

Preston Chandler

Preston Chandler

Preston Chandler is a transformation leader and systems strategist with more than 20 years of experience helping complex organizations improve how they operate, innovate, and deliver value.

He currently serves as the Global Lead of Strategic Operations at WPP, where he works across marketing and engineering organizations to improve decision velocity, operational design, and large-scale delivery performance. In parallel, he is a Managing Partner at Centered, advising executive leaders on building innovation-ready teams and sustainable operating models.

Preston’s work sits at the intersection of engineering, product, and marketing — designing systems that reduce friction, accelerate learning, and align technical execution with business strategy. Over his career, he has partnered with more than 100 teams across industries including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, digital product development, supply chain, and enterprise technology. His client experience includes Pfizer, Merck, Johnson & Johnson, Ford, Sprint, Novartis, and VML.

He specializes in diagnosing systemic bottlenecks, improving alignment in complex environments, and helping senior teams scale without losing adaptability.

Preston brings a pragmatic, systems-level lens to innovation — focusing not just on frameworks, but on how organizations actually behave under pressure.

Preston Chandler is a transformation leader and systems strategist with more than 20 years of experience helping complex organizations improve how they operate, innovate, and deliver value. He currently serves as the Global Lead of Strategic Opera... Show more

Ron Ekins

Ron Ekins

Ron Ekins is the Director of Field Solution Architecture for EMEA & LATAM at Pure Storage, where he serves as the primary technical advisor on data-related discussions. With over 30 years of experience in data management within highly regulated environments, Ron brings a wealth of expertise in the development, design, and delivery of complex information systems projects. His extensive background is complemented by his certifications as a Cloud and Enterprise Architect and his notable contributions to the field, including multiple US patents related to data security and governance.

An esteemed Oracle ACE Director, Ron is an active and influential member of the global Oracle community and has had the privilege of speaking at numerous prestigious industry conferences around the world.

Ron Ekins is the Director of Field Solution Architecture for EMEA & LATAM at Pure Storage, where he serves as the primary technical advisor on data-related discussions. With over 30 years of experience in data management within highly regulated envir... Show more

Juan Carlos Jaimes

Juan Carlos Jaimes

Soy ingeniero informático, curioso por lo nuevo y siempre en busca de soluciones "diferentes". Llevo programando desde el Y2K; empecé con sistemas distribuidos en Java y, hace 20 años, encontré mi lugar en el mundo de Dynamics. He participado en más de 30 proyectos en distintos roles: desarrollador, consultor, líder técnico, jefe de proyectos y, actualmente, arquitecto técnico en Dynamics 365 F&O.
He trabajado en implementaciones en Colombia, Venezuela, Chile, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Perú y hace dos años en España, en empresas de sectores diversos como manufactura, comercio y minería. A lo largo del camino he enfrentado muchos retos técnicos (y no tan técnicos), y son justamente esos desafíos los que más me han enseñado y me impulsan a seguir aprendiendo.

Soy ingeniero informático, curioso por lo nuevo y siempre en busca de soluciones "diferentes". Llevo programando desde el Y2K; empecé con sistemas distribuidos en Java y, hace 20 años, encontré mi lugar en el mundo de Dynamics. He participado en más ... Show more

Shaurya Agrawal

Shaurya Agrawal

Shaurya Agrawal is a Data & Analytics leader with 25+ years of experience driving transformative initiatives across Tech/SaaS, E-commerce and FinTech. With expertise in AI/ML, Enterprise Data Architecture and BI, Shaurya has led impactful projects, creating customer-centric solutions and modernizing data platforms. As a Board Advisor to Hoonartek and CTO of YourNxt Technologies, a mobile tech start-up, Shaurya shapes global data strategies.

Holding an MBA and pursuing an MS in Data Science from UT Austin, Shaurya leverages data to unlock business value, specializing in unified customer views and personalized experiences.

Shaurya Agrawal is a Data & Analytics leader with 25+ years of experience driving transformative initiatives across Tech/SaaS, E-commerce and FinTech. With expertise in AI/ML, Enterprise Data Architecture and BI, Shaurya has led impactful projects, c... Show more

Aroh Shukla

Aroh Shukla

Aroh works as a Regional Microsoft Cloud Architect Lead, Microsoft MVP (AI) & MCT i& MCT. He is primarily focusing on Azure AI, Power Platform & Microsoft 365 Collaboration suite. He helps customers with their digital transformation journey through cutting-edge Microsoft solutions.

Aroh works as a Regional Microsoft Cloud Architect Lead, Microsoft MVP (AI) & MCT i& MCT. He is primarily focusing on Azure AI, Power Platform & Microsoft 365 Collaboration suite. He helps customers with their digital transformation journey through... Show more

Alexandro Fernandez

Alexandro Fernandez

With over 25 years of experience in the field of information security and IT/OT cybersecurity, Alexandro has several certifications in Industrial Cybersecurity (GICSP, IEC 62443 Specialist), IT Cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM), Ethical Hacking (CEH, ECSA), Security Management Systems (ISO 27001 LI), IT Audit (CISA, ISO 27001 LA), among others.

His main focus in recent years has been industrial cybersecurity assessment (IEC 62443, NIST-CSF, NIST-SP-800-82, C2M2), OT incident response, threat hunting, security strategy/master plan development IT/OT, risk assessment, security technology assessment and compliance services mainly.

Alexandro currently works as a regional technical/commercial advisor for OT/ICS Cybersecurity in Latin America where he helps several companies design the IT/OT/ICS cybersecurity strategy and architecture required for the protection of their operational technologies in different verticals and critical infrastructure. understanding its main challenges, risks and opportunities.

His strategic focus spans diverse industries such as Manufacturing, Energy, Oil & Gas, Maritime, Pulp and Paper, Food and Beverage, among others. He advises companies to develop customized solutions and architectures that fit the specific needs and unique challenges of each of these verticals.

With over 25 years of experience in the field of information security and IT/OT cybersecurity, Alexandro has several certifications in Industrial Cybersecurity (GICSP, IEC 62443 Specialist), IT Cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM), Ethical Hacking (CEH, ECSA)... Show more

Ryohei Yoshijima

Ryohei Yoshijima

2020-2026 Microsoft Regional Director
2015-2026 Microsoft MVP for Business Application

With experience in Microsoft Dynamics ERP (NAV/AX) that goes further back than anyone in Japan, Ryo has taken part in international projects in Japan and 33 other countries for 25 years, travelling enough miles to circle the globe some 90 times. He is continually involved with several international projects. Since 2018, we have been promoting projects in the area of ERP and CRM integration, low code and Power Platform. Other activities include contributing articles to Japanese IT media and serving on the executive committee of the Global IT Community.

He has made appearances at many related events as a speaker in Japan and abroad on the strength of his project experience, expertise in R&D for Dynamics 365, and the global network he maintains with Microsoft and other Dynamics partners. Have done more than 100 Microsoft Dynamics Projects, more than 750 Pre-Sales Activities, and more than 80 Microsoft Global Event Attendees.

At Kobe University, Ryo majored in multivariate analysis. Having experienced one of the biggest earthquakes in Kobe, he had participated in volunteer IT event activities in the Tohoku disaster area with other Microsoft MVPs and IT community leaders.
Loves Rugby and American football because he used to play.

Profile: bit.ly/Dynamics365JP

2020-2026 Microsoft Regional Director 2015-2026 Microsoft MVP for Business Application With experience in Microsoft Dynamics ERP (NAV/AX) that goes further back than anyone in Japan, Ryo has taken part in international projects in Japan and 33 ot... Show more

Juho Nevalainen

Juho Nevalainen

Juho is the Executive CTO at Sofigate - the leading Nordic business technology company. With 15 years of experience in management consulting and digital development, Juho helps clients create continuous value and competitive advantage of technology and agentic AI by working as an advisor an strategist.

Juho shares lessons learned from his experience in management consulting for digital management across industries and across the Northern Europe. He uses customer references, case examples and technical demos to bring concrete stories around for the audience.

Juho is the Executive CTO at Sofigate - the leading Nordic business technology company. With 15 years of experience in management consulting and digital development, Juho helps clients create continuous value and competitive advantage of technology a... Show more

Angela Trego

Angela Trego

Dr. Trego is the #1 Best-Selling author of "Squashing the Imposter Syndrome," a Rocket Scientist, keynote speaker, and award-winning professor who has trained thousands across six continents. She helps professionals silence self-doubt, strengthen leadership skills, and build lasting confidence.

Her work focuses on imposter syndrome, soft skills development, mentoring, and practical leadership tools that translate across industries. In addition, she specializes in faculty development and training university educators. She focuses particularly on STEM and engineering fields to implement evidence-based confidence-building strategies, engaged teaching practices, and classroom management approaches that increase student motivation and belonging.

Dr. Trego works with institutions to strengthen teaching effectiveness while reducing faculty burnout. Before dedicating her career to speaking, teaching, and coaching, she held technical and senior leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries and around the globe. She now brings that real-world leadership perspective into both industry and academia.

Whether working with executives, faculty, or emerging leaders, Dr. Trego's mission is simple: equip people with the confidence and skills to thrive.

Available for keynotes, consulting, coaching, and short courses. Discover more at www.angelatrego.com

Dr. Trego is the #1 Best-Selling author of "Squashing the Imposter Syndrome," a Rocket Scientist, keynote speaker, and award-winning professor who has trained thousands across six continents. She helps professionals silence self-doubt, strengthen lea... Show more

Leon Gordon

Leon Gordon

Leon Gordon, is a leader in data analytics. A current Thought Leader at the Forbes Technical Council, an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, a Thought Leader in Data Science for the Global AI Hub, Microsoft Data Platform MVP based in the UK and founder of Onyx Data.

During the last decade, he has helped organisations improve their business performance, use data more intelligently, and understand the implications of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data.

Leon is a chair for the Microsoft Power BI – UK community group and the DataDNA data visualization community as well as an international speaker and advisor.

Leon Gordon, is a leader in data analytics. A current Thought Leader at the Forbes Technical Council, an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, a Thought Leader in Data Science for the Global AI Hub, Microsoft Data Platform MVP based in the UK and... Show more

Aamiruddin Syed

Aamiruddin Syed

Aamiruddin Syed is a Cybersecurity Professional with over a decade of experience specializing in DevSecOps, Shift-Left Security, Cloud Security, and Internal Penetration Testing. He is the OWASP Agentic AI Supply Chain Project Co-Lead and active contributor to the CSA Agentic AI initiative.
He authored Supply Chain Software Security – AI, IoT, Application Security (Apress/Springer) and has deep expertise in automating security in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and cloud hardening. He routinely conducts internal security assessments of critical systems and is known for bridging the gap between security and engineering teams to embed security directly into products.
As recognized advocate for secure development, he is a frequent speaker , delivered workshops and chair sessions at leading industry conferences including RSA Conference, DEFCON, and Black Hat.

Aamiruddin Syed is a Cybersecurity Professional with over a decade of experience specializing in DevSecOps, Shift-Left Security, Cloud Security, and Internal Penetration Testing. He is the OWASP Agentic AI Supply Chain Project Co-Lead and active cont... Show more

Mou Rakshit

Mou Rakshit

Mou Rakshit is a Senior Manager of Data, AI & Analytics Engineering at Accenture and a Principal Data & AI Solution Architect specializing in building modern, unified, AI-ready data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks. She leads enterprise-scale data strategy and platform architecture initiatives that enable organizations to move from fragmented analytics environments to governed, high-performance lakehouse ecosystems.

Her work focuses on designing scalable medallion architectures, implementing robust governance models, enabling real-time intelligence, and operationalizing AI and advanced analytics across the enterprise. Mou bridges executive strategy with hands-on technical execution, ensuring that modern data platforms are production-ready, resilient, and aligned to business outcomes.

She holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Wayne State University and a Master’s in Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan.

A Databricks Champion and frequent industry speaker, Mou shares practical frameworks and real-world lessons on architecting unified data foundations that power AI at scale.
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Mou Rakshit is a Senior Manager of Data, AI & Analytics Engineering at Accenture and a Principal Data & AI Solution Architect specializing in building modern, unified, AI-ready data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks. She leads enterpris... Show more

Segundo Morales Rubio

Segundo Morales Rubio

Ingeniero de sistemas y TI con más de 9 años de experiencia en implementación de solución tecnologicas, ERP's, modelado de procesos, análisis de datos, gestión de proyectos.

Con un máster en BPM For Transformation Digital, por la Universidad Internacional de la Rioja (UNIR).

Conferencista nacional e internacional en temas de Business Intelligence, Analítica, Process Mining, SAP Business One, RPA.

Reconocido por Microsofr como MVP Data Platform.

Ingeniero de sistemas y TI con más de 9 años de experiencia en implementación de solución tecnologicas, ERP's, modelado de procesos, análisis de datos, gestión de proyectos. Con un máster en BPM For Transformation Digital, por la Universidad Inter... Show more

Hendrik Lösch

Hendrik Lösch

Hendrik Lösch works as a Management Consultant and Software Architect at ZEISS Digital Innovation. The focus of his daily work lies in the conception, development, and profound evaluation of software systems. His professional expertise ranges from software development to complex architectural questions and the modernization of organically grown structures.

For over a decade, he has been sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for topics such as Clean Code, software evolution, and the diverse facets of test automation. As a sought after expert, he has stood on the stages of well known conferences for over 120 presentations. His speaking engagements in recent years include the WeAreDevelopers World Congress, Developer Week (DWX) and IT Tage. Furthermore, as an active community member, he frequently speaks at various .NET User Groups and Java User Groups.

Alongside his presence as a speaker, he is a highly active author and trainer. He has contributed to two books and has shared his knowledge in around 50 articles for professional publications like Dotnetpro Informatik Aktuell and Entwickler Magazin. A special concern of his is the topic of resource efficient software development, for which he contributed as a coauthor to the Bitkom guide on the software lifecycle. His didactic experience also flows into practical workshops and video trainings, which he makes accessible to a broad audience via platforms like LinkedIn Learning.

In his presentations and texts, he always combines technological depth with a view of the big picture, be it in the reduction of technical debt, the integration of quality standards, or the design of future proof and sustainable software architectures.

Hendrik Lösch works as a Management Consultant and Software Architect at ZEISS Digital Innovation. The focus of his daily work lies in the conception, development, and profound evaluation of software systems. His professional expertise ranges from so... 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

Robin Finnell

Robin Finnell

Robin Finnell is a Functional Consultant who's passionate about the power of change management. She has over 17 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 17 years of experience in the Microsoft space, in both D365BC and D365FO and is a Prosci certified Advanced Change Practitioner/Trainer. Show more

Jose Azevedo

Jose Azevedo

Professional Experience
More than 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365
25 years of experience within different ERPs (SAP, Oracle Applications, Sage X3 and Dynamics 365)
University Invited Teacher
Career started in Portugal and moved to London 7 years ago
Different Roles in Consulting (Business Consultant, Functional Consultant, Project Manager, Programme Manager, Engagement Leader, Team Leader, Site Manager, Product Manager and Solution Architect)

Vertical Experience
Fashion, Food and Pharmaceutical (Retail and Manufacturing)
Real Estate

Some Personal
Food, Wine and Gin Lover
Runner (finished 4 marathons), Trekker (finished 10 ways of Camiño to Santiago), Padel and Bodyboarding

Professional Experience More than 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 25 years of experience within different ERPs (SAP, Oracle Applications, Sage X3 and Dynamics 365) University Invited Teacher Career started in Portugal and move... Show more

Maria Andrade

Maria Andrade

Maria Andrade is a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant at MCA Connect with hands-on experience across finance, supply chain, and several automation initiatives. She focuses on designing practical D365 solutions that bridge system capabilities, real-world operations, and how users actually work.

Maria Andrade is a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant at MCA Connect with hands-on experience across finance, supply chain, and several automation initiatives. She focuses on designing practical D365 solutions that bridge system ... Show more

Jakub Gaj

Jakub Gaj

Sr Cloud Architect | AWS Community Builder | AWS New Voices Speaker

Sr Cloud Architect | AWS Community Builder | AWS New Voices Speaker Show more

Benjamin Igna

Benjamin Igna

Benjamin Igna is the founder of Stellar Work, a consultancy helping engineering organizations rethink developer experience, productivity, and team design in the age of AI. On the Stellar Work Podcast, he sits down with some of the most compelling voices in tech and management to explore what great engineering leadership actually looks like. Beyond consulting, Ben is an active angel investor through Misty Mountain Ventures and the Association of Industrial Engineers Germany (VWI), backing early-stage founders coming out of university and helping them turn bold ideas into real companies.

Benjamin Igna is the founder of Stellar Work, a consultancy helping engineering organizations rethink developer experience, productivity, and team design in the age of AI. On the Stellar Work Podcast, he sits down with some of the most compelling voi... Show more

Steven Chinsky

Steven Chinsky

Past experience
- Over 250+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods
- Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of positions (VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Audit Manager, Controller, and Director Operations)
- Extensive knowledge and implementation over 30 NAV/BC ISV APPs
Awards
- Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP)
- NAVUG/BC All-Star
- 4-time NAVUG/BC Granite Award recipient
- DUG Guardian Award recipient
Professional
- IMA/CMA – Member 1988
- AICPA – Member 1985
- APICS – Member 2004
- DCI Summit – Programming Committee (2012 – Present, Chair (2016-2018), Board of Advisor (2013-2015 and 2021-Present)
- Dynamics User Group (DUG) – NAV/BC Forum Moderator, Dynamics Con Content Committee
- Directions NA – Content Committee (2018-Present)
Certifications
- MCP – MB-800
- Dynamics Credentialed Professional
- Microsoft Certified Professional

Past experience - Over 250+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods - Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of p... Show more

Nagaraj Sengodan

Nagaraj Sengodan

Nagaraj Sengodan is a cloud data and AI architect specializing in the design and governance of enterprise scale data, database, and AI platforms. Working at the intersection of modern data platforms, AI agents, and large scale regulated environments, he helps organizations connect data foundations to intelligent applications using pragmatic architectural and agentic design patterns.

Nagaraj Sengodan is a cloud data and AI architect specializing in the design and governance of enterprise scale data, database, and AI platforms. Working at the intersection of modern data platforms, AI agents, and large scale regulated environments,... Show more

Haaron Gonzalez

Haaron Gonzalez

I hold a Bachelor of Computer Science with a specialization in networking and am certified as a Microsoft MCP, MCAD, and MCTS. I’ve also been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for 17 consecutive years.

I currently work as a Functional Consultant in the Digital Productivity Team within IT Solutions at Smurfit Westrock, supporting the Digital Workplace globally. My focus is on cloud productivity and digital workspace solutions, helping teams adopt Microsoft 365 tools in practical, scalable ways that improve collaboration and everyday work.

I hold a Bachelor of Computer Science with a specialization in networking and am certified as a Microsoft MCP, MCAD, and MCTS. I’ve also been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for 17 consecutive years. I currently work as a Functional Consultant in th... Show more

Joakim von Prónay

Joakim von Prónay

Having started my career as a hands-on software engineer, which I never truly enjoyed. I transitioned to working with people who work with technology. I set out on a mission to help organizations create the right environment where their employees can perform to the max of their abilities and grow beyond their current aspirations. A mission I am still pursuing more than a decade later.

Having started my career as a hands-on software engineer, which I never truly enjoyed. I transitioned to working with people who work with technology. I set out on a mission to help organizations create the right environment where their employees can... Show more

Jörgen Schladot

Jörgen Schladot

Avanade Deutschland GmbH, Solution Architect CRM Business Analysis

Dynamics 365 CE & Power Platform Solution Architect

For the past 13 years Joergen has been working in the CRM business area. Starting as a functional consultant with strong interest in new features and functionalities, he also presented the whole Dynamics 365 CE application stack as a presales consultant.
Moving forward he became a solution architect focusing on Dynamics 365 CE applications and possibilities to enhance the Model Driven application world with Power Platform functionalities.
Very early Joergen started participating in Microsoft, partner, and community events and since the beginning of 2020 he actively engages in the community by co-organizing events and sharing his knowledge on LinkedIn, blog posts and as a speaker.

Part of organizing teams:
- Deutschland Powerthon 2021-2023
- Global Power Platform Bootcamp 2022-2024
- Dynamics 365 Meetup Deutschland (monthly since 2020)

Avanade Deutschland GmbH, Solution Architect CRM Business Analysis Dynamics 365 CE & Power Platform Solution Architect For the past 13 years Joergen has been working in the CRM business area. Starting as a functional consultant with strong inte... Show more

Allessandria Polizzi

Allessandria Polizzi

Owner of a 2022 Workplace Wellness "Hot List" company, one of the top 10 Organizational Change Management Companies of 2022, named a top 100 HR Professional of 2020, and recently elected as the global psychological health and safety liaison for ISO, Dr. Allessandria Polizzi has 20 years of experience leading teams across multiple industries to unlock the potential in people and help organizations thrive. Following her own burnout in 2021, Dr. Al found the marketplace for practical solutions for leaders in crisis to be insufficient for her needs. She decided to reboot her consulting practice, Verdant Consulting, with a renewed focus on solving this issue in the hopes that future leaders would have better options. In addition, she has co-founded HR Wellbeing Week and Kite HR, which provide targeted programs that address the specific needs of HR teams. She also hosts the Be Verdant podcast, which shares the latest in resiliency and psychological safety from around the globe.

Owner of a 2022 Workplace Wellness "Hot List" company, one of the top 10 Organizational Change Management Companies of 2022, named a top 100 HR Professional of 2020, and recently elected as the global psychological health and safety liaison for ISO, ... 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

Leanora Horne

Leanora Horne

Senior Digital Product Leader dedicated to building ecosystems that bridge the gap between industrial assets and environmental impact. With eight years of experience across Not for Profit, Startups and Corporate, specialising in digital products, innovative IoT, digital twins and digital transformation. Dedicating my time at work to building a positive impact on climate change through a variety of digital products and services. A firm believer that innovation requires personal resilience, I openly share my professional expertise alongside the ups and downs of my personal health. Helping to de-stigmatise mental health and share burnout recovery tips in high-pressure industries.

Senior Digital Product Leader dedicated to building ecosystems that bridge the gap between industrial assets and environmental impact. With eight years of experience across Not for Profit, Startups and Corporate, specialising in digital products, inn... Show more

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