Simon is a tech person with an entrepreneurial mindset and experience in leading engineering teams. He likes to operate at the interface between technical systems and business processes.

In the past years, he has founded and sold a startup, built the digital lab of a German Mittelstand company, and now combines both aspects as the CTO of the Venture Builder wattx. Since wattx's building digital solutions and ventures, he has been part of a team that tackles challenges from building an online healthy food store to engineering an IoT solution that reduces scrap in wet-milling processes.

Simon is a tech person with an entrepreneurial mindset and experience in leading engineering teams. He likes to operate at the interface between technical systems and business processes. In the past years, he has founded and sold a startup, built ... Show more

Passionate about technology and design, I develop open hardware for 3D printers. For the last few years, I have mentored the Clockworks robotics team, sharing my programming expertise while gaining extensive experience in CAD and 3D printing.

Passionate about technology and design, I develop open hardware for 3D printers. For the last few years, I have mentored the Clockworks robotics team, sharing my programming expertise while gaining extensive experience in CAD and 3D printing. Show more

Meet a seasoned professional known in the digital realm as @tekNorah. With over 15+ years of experience in software development and continuous process improvement, they are a strategic technical leader in the digital agency space. Hailing from Mokena, IL, @tekNorah brings a wealth of expertise primarily serving the education, government, and legal industries.

As a seasoned community leader, @tekNorah is deeply ingrained in the tech community, contributing to Drupal and Open Source Software, and serving on the leadership team for MidCamp. Their knack for organic collaboration and ideation has led to significant organizational performance improvements, making them a sought-after figure in the industry.

With a passion for innovation and a commitment to best practices, @tekNorah’s approach to systems design and change management is both meticulous and forward-thinking. Whether it's crafting tailor-designed solutions from concept to launch or coordinating intern and onboarding programs, their dedication to excellence shines through in every endeavor.

Connect with @tekNorah to tap into their expertise and collaborate on your next project. Driving innovation and efficiency gains, @tekNorah is your go-to partner for transformative solutions in the digital landscape.

Meet a seasoned professional known in the digital realm as @tekNorah. With over 15+ years of experience in software development and continuous process improvement, they are a strategic technical leader in the digital agency space. Hailing from Mokena... Show more

As a Subject Matter Expert, I bring domain-spanning knowledge with strong interdisciplinary problem-solving capabilities in frontend development, distributed systems, data analytics, cloud architecture, and system reliability. My focus lies in leveraging intelligent agents, advanced developer tooling, and GPU-accelerated platforms to build true scalable, self-adaptive systems.

This includes designing solutions that emphasize reliability, security, self-isolation, and infrastructure-as-code principles, using custom-defined resources and declarative stateful mapping. I apply practices from AIOps, MLOps, DevSecOps, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) to ensure operational excellence and long-term maintainability.

I have extensive experience implementing near real-time metrics, telemetry, and event tracking pipelines, processing terabytes of data across diverse environments. My background includes architecting distributed computing systems capable of handling large-scale data workloads with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and fault tolerance.

In the banking and finance domain, I have developed software centered on reactive streams, performance analytics, resilient event handling, and interactive dashboards. In the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors, I’ve contributed to Manufacturing Execution System (MES) platforms aligned with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. Additionally, I’ve supported robotics and automation solutions for microchip fabrication (CPU, NAND), including FOUP transport and management systems, with deep technical expertise in SECS and HSMS protocols.

As a Subject Matter Expert, I bring domain-spanning knowledge with strong interdisciplinary problem-solving capabilities in frontend development, distributed systems, data analytics, cloud architecture, and system reliability. My focus lies in levera... Show more

Gaurav Saxena is an engineering leader in the field of platform and cloud engineering with over 20 years of experience in the software industry. His technical expertise includes Stream-based architectures, Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Software Supply Chain Security, and Observability.

Gaurav Saxena is an engineering leader in the field of platform and cloud engineering with over 20 years of experience in the software industry. His technical expertise includes Stream-based architectures, Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Software Supply Ch... Show more

Chris has worked with Microsoft Teams since 2017 and has architected and overseen deployments of Teams in Healthcare, Education, Financial, and Manufacturing for the majority of his Teams career.

Chris has worked with Microsoft Teams since 2017 and has architected and overseen deployments of Teams in Healthcare, Education, Financial, and Manufacturing for the majority of his Teams career. Show more

Elin has 10+ years of experience in the Analytics field, working as a data problem solver using SQL, python, ADF, Databricks among other tools.

Elin has 10+ years of experience in the Analytics field, working as a data problem solver using SQL, python, ADF, Databricks among other tools. Show more

Sai Penumuru is a Technology leader and Principal Director at Accenture, where he spearheads Oracle Cloud growth and transformation across the EMEA region. With more than 23 years of deep enterprise experience, Sai partners with clients to drive innovation, streamline hybrid and multicloud architectures, and unlock tangible business value through next-gen cloud solutions.

A recognised Oracle ACE Director, Sai is also the Co-founder and President of the All India Oracle Users Group (AIOUG), one of the largest and most dynamic Oracle communities worldwide. His commitment to advancing the Oracle ecosystem is rooted in a mission to empower professionals, shape best practices, and champion the future of cloud-first strategies.

Sai is renowned globally for his thought leadership and technical excellence, having delivered over 150+ keynotes and sessions at leading technology conferences. His areas of expertise include Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, multicloud architectures, performance engineering, and digital modernisation.

His contributions have earned prestigious accolades, including Distinguished Cloud Architect of the Year (2024) and multiple nominations as a Finalist for the OCI Excellence Award – Cloud Architect of the Year (2022, 2023, 2025).

Relentlessly driven by impact, Sai continues to bridge the gap between technology and business outcomes—transforming ideas into scalable, future-ready cloud solutions.

Sai Penumuru is a Technology leader and Principal Director at Accenture, where he spearheads Oracle Cloud growth and transformation across the EMEA region. With more than 23 years of deep enterprise experience, Sai partners with clients to drive inno... Show more

I am working as a Google Cloud Principal Architect and I have 16 years of IT industry experience, I am self-motivated & result-oriented with 6+ Years of experience as a Cloud Solution Architect with a proven track record in Solution Design for Cloud technologies in IT Infrastructure functions and Managed Services domain with migration strategies planned from on-prem to the cloud and As a Cloud Architect, I guide customers in their digital transformation journey to the cloud. My primary role is to design solutions that will help customers migrate, operate, deploy and optimize cloud-based Infrastructure, Applications, DevOps, and Databases. I also contribute to knowledge sharing and conducting training. I am also Google Cloud, AWS, Azure, and Terraform Associate Certified.

I am working as a Google Cloud Principal Architect and I have 16 years of IT industry experience, I am self-motivated & result-oriented with 6+ Years of experience as a Cloud Solution Architect with a proven track record in Solution Design for Cloud... Show more

👋 Hello, my name's Ayhan and I'm an experienced DevOps Engineer with over 8 years of experience in the IT / Cloud Computing industry. My career is not just a job; it's my passion, purpose, and lifelong commitment.

📚 I believe in continuous learning and staying ahead in this dynamic/ever-changing field. I stay current with the latest cloud trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

🎓 I hold a Master's degree in Big Data & Text Analytics, where I excelled with a merit grade, harnessing the power of data processing and analytics to unlock insights in vast datasets.

🌍 My journey in the cloud industry began in 2018 when I joined Inawisdom with zero cloud experience. Through determination, dedication, and a thirst for knowledge, I transformed from a newcomer to a highly skilled individual in all things AWS, cloud architecture, and more.

💼 I've earned my stripes in cloud computing and infrastructure management, with a strong focus on AWS. My extensive AWS certifications (9 and counting), Terraform Associate, GitHub Actions, GitHub Foundations and Certified Kubernetes Administrator qualifications further validate my expertise/knowledge in deploying and managing cloud applications/infrastructures at scale using CI/CD and also underscores my commitment to staying at the forefront of a quickly changing industry. I have also recently begun my journey with GCP and have attained the Cloud Digital Leader Certification.

🤝 Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate on cloud initiatives, share insights, and collectively shape the future of cloud engineering.

👋 Hello, my name's Ayhan and I'm an experienced DevOps Engineer with over 8 years of experience in the IT / Cloud Computing industry. My career is not just a job; it's my passion, purpose, and lifelong commitment. 📚 I believe in continuous learn... Show more

Dave has been working in the world of bookkeeping for more than a decade, first as the founder of The Kersting Group, and now as the founder and CEO of Capovario. His mission is to bring new life and energy to the types of business services people typically hate and avoid, including bookkeeping, accounting, insurance, finance, employee benefits, marketing, and more. Dave and the Capovario team work tirelessly to help business owners work on the parts of their business they love while his team handles the rest.

Dave has been working in the world of bookkeeping for more than a decade, first as the founder of The Kersting Group, and now as the founder and CEO of Capovario. His mission is to bring new life and energy to the types of business services people ty... Show more

Derek Salmon design and develop websites following sustainable principles at Pikselkraft. Its main objective is to make the content accessible through resilient websites.
He has given lectures and published articles on sustainable web design, permacomputing, and low-tech.
He works on topics related to user-friendly digital technology and bioregional digital technology.

Derek Salmon design and develop websites following sustainable principles at Pikselkraft. Its main objective is to make the content accessible through resilient websites. He has given lectures and published articles on sustainable web design, permac... Show more

From early roots in web development and SAP consulting, my journey evolved through enterprise architecture to cloud-native solutions.
In my current role at Cloud Native Lifecycle Management @ SAP, I combine my expertise with cloud technologies to drive innovation and enterprise grade automation of infrastructure-as-data on a global scale.

From early roots in web development and SAP consulting, my journey evolved through enterprise architecture to cloud-native solutions. In my current role at Cloud Native Lifecycle Management @ SAP, I combine my expertise with cloud technologies to d... Show more

You may either find Nicklas in the depths of a Kubernetes cluster, messing with load balancers, gateways, ingress and BGP or in between server racks. While he predominantly works with cloud based infrastructure, he is passionate about bringing the programmability of cloud into more data centers using cloud-native technologies.

During day hours, he is an Engineering Manager at Corti.ai, where is responsible for the Platform Engineering team.

You may either find Nicklas in the depths of a Kubernetes cluster, messing with load balancers, gateways, ingress and BGP or in between server racks. While he predominantly works with cloud based infrastructure, he is passionate about bringing the pr... Show more

Arijit comes with a unique blend of development, leadership, and entrepreneurial background. In his career spanning over 27+ years, he has not only worked on multiple technology stacks, but has also worked with multiple organizations in diversified roles and portfolios. Also, he has strong experience in consulting and leading large enterprise transformations, including process improvement and technology-based solutions - across both public and private sectors. Additionally, he is skilled at developing and executing consulting strategies to drive increased productivity and establishing a strong, collaborative team culture. He is equally versed with new technologies in the space of Social, Mobile, Analytic, and Cloud (SMAC) and loves to use them towards business gain for his customers.

Arijit comes with a unique blend of development, leadership, and entrepreneurial background. In his career spanning over 27+ years, he has not only worked on multiple technology stacks, but has also worked with multiple organizations in diversified r... Show more

Dr. Roland Nolte is an international leadership expert and keynote speaker with over 13 years of experience leading global teams of hundreds and even thousands. His focus: restoring humanity as the true driver of motivation, collaboration, and sustainable success in organizations. As the founder of re:HUMAN, he combines practical leadership insights with the latest findings from psychology, sociology, and organizational research.

Beyond the stage, Roland lives what he teaches: as a father of four, a farm owner, and someone who understands stress not from theory but from real life. His keynotes inspire leaders and organizations to build trust, foster resilience, and achieve clarity in times of uncertainty. With his mix of academic depth and personal authenticity, he empowers audiences to navigate the future of work with confidence and humanity.

Dr. Roland Nolte is an international leadership expert and keynote speaker with over 13 years of experience leading global teams of hundreds and even thousands. His focus: restoring humanity as the true driver of motivation, collaboration, and sustai... Show more

Data Science Team Lead @ LSports, ML products expert.
Senior Lecturer at the Hebrew University AI & Data Programs.
Woman in Data Science Israel Community lead and Mentor.
B.Sc, M.Sc. Engineering from Ben Gurion university, Israel.

Data Science Team Lead @ LSports, ML products expert. Senior Lecturer at the Hebrew University AI & Data Programs. Woman in Data Science Israel Community lead and Mentor. B.Sc, M.Sc. Engineering from Ben Gurion university, Israel. Show more

I have over 13 years of experience working in the technology field. I am a Systems Information Engineer by profession and hold a Master's degree in Project Management. I am accredited as a Professional Scrum Master, PMP, Agile Coach, and Business Enterprise Practitioner.

Currently, I work as an Agile Coach for the company I am employed by, as well as an independent consultant.

I have over 13 years of experience working in the technology field. I am a Systems Information Engineer by profession and hold a Master's degree in Project Management. I am accredited as a Professional Scrum Master, PMP, Agile Coach, and Business Ent... Show more

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

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

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Fernando Oleo Blanco (Irvise on the net) is a young engineer pasionate with libre software and mechanical engineering. Currently, he is working in the energy sector, focusing mostly in the nuclear world, with projects related to fusion energy and Gen IV nuclear reactors. At an early age, his passion of libre software soon met his studies in engineering and both sides have been complementing each other ever since. The software communities he is involved mostly with are CAD/FEM/CFD software and Ada. Additionally, he is always happy to help people learn about software and spread the word on the libre philosophy. However, mechanical engineering is not all: operating systems, music, art, decentralization, rogelikes, typography and unrestricted access to information are also part of his interests.

Fernando Oleo Blanco es un joven ingeniero mecánico e industrial. Actualmente trabaja como diseñador de sistemas nucleares, tanto para reactores de IV generación como la investigación de la fusión. El mundo del software libre le apasiona y representa uno de sus mayores hobbies. Tiene especial presencia en comunidades ingenieriles y de simulación (CAD, FEM, CFD...) y en la comunidad del lenguaje de programación Ada/SPARK. Adicionalmente, Fernando es una mente inquieta a quien le apasiona la música, los rogelikes, la tipografía y la investigación.

(Spanish version below) Fernando Oleo Blanco (Irvise on the net) is a young engineer pasionate with libre software and mechanical engineering. Currently, he is working in the energy sector, focusing mostly in the nuclear world, with projects relat... Show more

As a strategic designer, I inspire people to create more meaning.
In the companies where I create, I build knowledge and teams.
I commit them to human-centricity.
Which means that they solve real persons' problems through scientific methods.

For 15 years, I have been focussing on accessibility and inclusion.
Two subcategories of sustainability.

❌ The following two quotes describe my generation's problem to solve.

❌ "Form-follows function is the excuse for shitty design!" quote of my mentor Hartmut Esslinger

❌ "Lipstick on a pig - Underneath it's still a pig!"

My recipe:

✅ "It must not be pretty. It has to neurologically and emotionally work!"

What I do next to building up human centred design knowledge and teams:

👉 Currently I am writing my book on accessibility as a revenue accellerator. The title is "How many F-UX do I give"

👉 I have been building open source a11y games to solve life's serious issues with ease...

👉 With my own company I focus on a11y. We make product and service companies fit for the European Accessibility Act.

As a strategic designer, I inspire people to create more meaning. In the companies where I create, I build knowledge and teams. I commit them to human-centricity. Which means that they solve real persons' problems through scientific methods. ... Show more

Martin Brady is the Director of Business Incubation and Acceleration Initiatives at San Juan College in Farmington, NM, where he leads the Enterprise Center and Big Idea Makerspace. With an Industrial Design degree from the National College of Art and Design (Dublin) and an MBA from Virginia Commonwealth University, Martin brings deep experience in both product development and business strategy.

He previously served as Senior Director of Consumer Marketing at Hamilton Beach Brands, where he helped launch products found in millions of homes. Today, he supports makers, entrepreneurs, and inventors across the Four Corners region, guiding them from idea to impact with hands-on tools and hard-earned insight.

Martin Brady is the Director of Business Incubation and Acceleration Initiatives at San Juan College in Farmington, NM, where he leads the Enterprise Center and Big Idea Makerspace. With an Industrial Design degree from the National College of Art an... Show more

is a dx engineer at Runpod building agents, a co-organizer of JSConf Budapest / CodePenDay Germany, a mentor, an international speaker, a generative artist, a vj for dnb parties & a series-founder

the most important part of his life are his two daughters (7, 8) <3

is a dx engineer at Runpod building agents, a co-organizer of JSConf Budapest / CodePenDay Germany, a mentor, an international speaker, a generative artist, a vj for dnb parties & a series-founder the most important part of his life are his two d... Show more

Founder & CEO at Preset. Original creator of Apache Superset and Apache Airflow. Longtime open-source advocate with a passion for building scalable data infrastructure and enabling self-serve analytics. Before founding Preset, I led data engineering teams at Airbnb, Facebook, and Lyft, where I worked on some of the largest-scale data platforms in the industry. My work has focused on making data more accessible and operationally efficient, with an emphasis on automation, observability, and open standards.

Founder & CEO at Preset. Original creator of Apache Superset and Apache Airflow. Longtime open-source advocate with a passion for building scalable data infrastructure and enabling self-serve analytics. Before founding Preset, I led data engineering ... Show more

Alaa Mahjoub is an independent Digital Business Advisor and former Senior Data Management Expert at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport. He has decades of experience in electric utilities, petroleum, transportation, and defines. His expertise spans both governmental and private sectors in EMEA, the Far East, and the U.S.
Mr. Mahjoub played a pivotal role in transforming the Digital Business as part of the restructuring of the water and electricity sectors in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
He has also led key initiatives at TRANSCO, ADCO, Injazat Data Systems, as well as the Egyptian and the Kuwaiti Ministries of Defence.
Mr. Mahjoub holds a B.Sc. and an M.Sc. in computer engineering. He has authored, lectured, and reviewed research for IEEE, Cigre, the Arab Union of Electricity, and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). His research interests focus on Cyber-Physical Systems and the application of Digital Business in the Power and Utilities Sector.

Alaa Mahjoub is an independent Digital Business Advisor and former Senior Data Management Expert at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport. He has decades of experience in electric utilities, petroleum, transportation, and defines. His expertise spans... Show more

Meet Josh Santiago, a strategy leader and technology expert passionate about using technology to drive change. With over a decade of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, Josh has delivered strategic consulting and sales solutions to industry leaders across the US and Europe. He has served in critical roles in various industries, including telecommunications, automotive, and retail, where he has helped entrepreneurs and senior management drive digital transformation and improve processes. 

As Chief Strategy Officer at Dynamic Consultants Group and former VP of Sales, Josh Santiago leads a team that achieved 61% YoY growth and a 138% increase in direct commercial cloud services revenue. He has also made significant contributions to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion and has served as an instructor and speaker in the technology and consulting space. In addition, Josh played a vital role in the company's European expansion project and the development of new lines of business. Under his leadership, while acting as the VP of Sales and Marketing, the company has established a strong brand presence and a global footprint, with a CAGR of over 5,000% in its online and media presence.

Josh Santiago is a highly sought-after speaker with a global presence, sharing his expertise and vision for the future. With a passion for empowering lives, organizations, and governments, Josh draws on his diverse interests as a retired award-winning photographer, avid reader, investor, and pilot—partner with Josh and Dynamic Consultants Group to drive digital transformation and achieve your goals.

Meet Josh Santiago, a strategy leader and technology expert passionate about using technology to drive change. With over a decade of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, Josh has delivered strategic consulting and sales solutions to industry leader... Show more

Paul Guggenheim

With 40 years of experience in the Progress Language, Paul brings application expertise, passion, creativity, and positive results to each of his satisfied clients.

Leveraging his degrees in economics and physics with a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Chicago, Paul applies his comprehensive business acumen and software application knowledge to provide a wide array of uniquely effective OpenEdge consulting services designed to streamline operations and enhance functionality.

Included in Paul’s proven portfolio are database design, application development, performance tuning, and web services.

Paul also brings 38 years of successful OpenEdge course development and training throughout the US and abroad. He is an acclaimed international speaker, and active member of the PUG Challenge Americas Conference Steering Committee.

Most recently, Paul has augmented his Progress capabilities by achieving the coveted roles of:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect Certification
• Amazon Authorized Instructor (AAI).

This key Progress-Amazon proficiency combined with Paul’s extensive OpenEdge experience helps organizations fulfill their cloud migration objectives no matter the scope of the project or degree of difficulty.

Email: paul@pgasmarts.com

Paul Guggenheim With 40 years of experience in the Progress Language, Paul brings application expertise, passion, creativity, and positive results to each of his satisfied clients. Leveraging his degrees in economics and physics with a Masters... Show more

Soy una Agilista en pleno desarrollo, con un recorrido profesional que cruza varios mundos: gestión de proyectos, coaching de equipos, liderazgo comercial y acompañamiento en procesos de cambio. Empecé mi camino en roles más tradicionales como Project Manager y ejecutiva comercial, pero fue el coaching ontológico y el mindset ágil lo que me transformó como profesional y como persona.

Hace más de 5 años acompaño equipos en contextos complejos —desde IT industrial hasta entornos de innovación— buscando siempre lo mismo: que las personas se sientan parte, que los procesos tengan sentido y que el cambio sea posible sin perder lo humano en el camino.

Soy una Agilista en pleno desarrollo, con un recorrido profesional que cruza varios mundos: gestión de proyectos, coaching de equipos, liderazgo comercial y acompañamiento en procesos de cambio. Empecé mi camino en roles más tradicionales como Projec... Show more

I help organizations grow their online presence and create experiences that convert visitors into supporters. I am a Technical Marketing Specialist with extensive experience in website marketing management and building systems that enhance your team's effectiveness.

The digital world changes fast. Whether it's the latest on SEO or building out AI, I stay on top of what's working now so you don't have to figure it out yourself. Your time is better spent on what you do best.

I help organizations grow their online presence and create experiences that convert visitors into supporters. I am a Technical Marketing Specialist with extensive experience in website marketing management and building systems that enhance your team'... Show more

Please consult my Linkedin Page. https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-jan-de-man-69346516/

Please consult my Linkedin Page. https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-jan-de-man-69346516/ Show more