Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Ahmik Hindman

Ahmik Hindman

Ahmik Hindman, a seasoned expert with over 29 years of experience in the industry, demonstrates unwavering commitment to driving enterprise-wide success through proactive change management and strategic initiatives. As a Senior Network & Solution Consultant at Rockwell Automation, he specializes in industrial automation control systems (IACS), with a focused expertise in networks and cybersecurity. His leadership is further exemplified by his role as Chair of the Idaho State University ESTEC Industrial Cybersecurity Engineering Technology Advisory Committee, where he contributes to advancing industrial cybersecurity—a domain critical to modern infrastructure. Confident in his ability to deliver exceptional results, Ahmik Hindman is poised to bring excellence to any organization he engages with.

As a resourceful and technically sophisticated professional, Ahmik has excelled in various facets of the industry, encompassing industrial software programming, control systems industrial hardware, IoT integration, virtualization, IACS network design, and IACS security. His abilities as an articulate communicator and skilled negotiator have enabled him to secure new business opportunities and design cost-effective technical solutions that foster growth and innovation.

Ahmik has been instrumental in driving IT/OT management initiatives that transform organizations and enhance productivity, particularly in underperforming areas. His approach to IT/OT leadership seamlessly blends technical expertise with strategic insight, ensuring alignment with corporate goals. With a credible history of strategic thinking and business acumen, he has contributed to measurable improvements in operations across diverse corporate structures. His strategies reflect an adherence to industry trends and best practices, making him a recognized leader in implementing transformative change.

Ahmik is also highly sought after as a consultant and speaker due to his domain expertise in industrial cybersecurity and networking. He has assisted customers in the following areas:
- Secure Remote Access to OT environments
- iDMZ (Industrial Demilitarized Zone) design
- ICS/OT networking best practices
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for OT with Single Sign-On (SSO) to multiple identity providers
- Zero Trust principles for ICS/OT environments
- ICS/OT system hardening and attack surface reduction
- Intrusion Detection for OT through OT-specific Network Detection and Host Detection Intrusion Systems (NDIS and HDIS)
- Incident response for OT environments

Beyond his professional achievements, Ahmik's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and an MBA with a focus on Information Technology. His dedication to lifelong learning is evident through an array of certifications, including CISSP, CCSP, CCNA, Security+, Fortinet Certified Associate, and four ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity certifications. These qualifications underscore his commitment to professional growth and expertise in cybersecurity and network solutions.

Adding to his technical prowess, Ahmik possesses intangible qualities such as an engaging and collaborative management style and exceptional foresight in navigating operational risks. These attributes enable him to drive sustainable growth and innovation in today's fast-paced technological landscape. His ability to balance technical mastery with visionary leadership positions him as a standout professional in his field.

Ahmik Hindman, a seasoned expert with over 29 years of experience in the industry, demonstrates unwavering commitment to driving enterprise-wide success through proactive change management and strategic initiatives. As a Senior Network & Solution Con... Show more

Neha Leigh

Neha Leigh

Before I ever encountered Agile, I spent nearly a decade navigating the worlds of Project and Product Management, constantly problem-solving, managing competing priorities, and bumping up against the same frustrating patterns: legacy systems, outdated processes, and organizational cultures resistant to change. It often felt like great work was possible, but buried beneath layers of complexity and inertia.

Then, I discovered Agile, not just as a methodology but as a new way of seeing. Suddenly, what had felt immovable started to shift. Change no longer seemed like an abstract hope; it became accessible, actionable, and human. But that’s when the real work began.

Agile isn't just a set of practices; it's a language, mindset, and way of operating that challenges our deepest assumptions about control, predictability, and progress. Bringing that into organizations often felt like painting with watercolors on iron steel.

To cut through, I began creating visuals and frameworks that made complex concepts simple and abstract ideas tangible. This became a superpower: turning clarity into capability. That’s how The Agile Xpert was born. A platform dedicated to helping coaches and teams move beyond buzzwords to real, resonant transformation.

Today, I work as an enterprise agility coach and leadership consultant through my practice, Agile-Leigh, partnering with senior leaders, teams, and organizations ready to rethink what’s possible. Whether I’m coaching executives, facilitating change, or speaking on stage, I bring a deep curiosity, strategic insight, and a passion for making agility not only understood but lived.

My work focuses on:

Agile Coaching: Translating Agile into culture, behavior, and sustainable practice.

Systems Thinking: Helping organizations see the bigger picture and untangle complexity.

Agile Leadership: Supporting leaders in shifting mindsets, not just metrics.

Visual Facilitation: Using design and storytelling to spark insight and engagement.

Whether you're new to Agile or leading an enterprise-wide transformation, my mission is simple: to help you see clearly, think differently, and lead with confidence in a world of constant change.

Before I ever encountered Agile, I spent nearly a decade navigating the worlds of Project and Product Management, constantly problem-solving, managing competing priorities, and bumping up against the same frustrating patterns: legacy systems, outdate... Show more

Hunter White

Hunter White

Accounting Analyst turned Solution Architect with experience in small, medium & large corporations dealing in industries like Retail, Convenience, Distribution, Construction, and Manufacturing. Loves to empower people to do more with less & is no respecter of the status quo!

Accounting Analyst turned Solution Architect with experience in small, medium & large corporations dealing in industries like Retail, Convenience, Distribution, Construction, and Manufacturing. Loves to empower people to do more with less & is no res... Show more

Bruno Maciel

Bruno Maciel

Bruno é químico de formação, com mestrado em modelagem matemática de processos químicos, e especializações em business analytics, metodologias ágeis e gestão de operacões. Neste ano completa 18 anos de grupo Votorantim, todos dedicados ao negócio alumínio, na CBA - Companhia, tendo ocupado posições sênior, gerência e especialista de processos. Em carreira paralela, atuou por 5 anos como professor universitário em cursos de Química, Engenharia Química e Tecnologia de Processos Químicos. Atualmente atua como consultor corporativo de inovação e digital, liderando o portfolio de inovação da companhia, explorações, inovação aberta, ecossistemas e parcerias. Bruno possui certificações Kanban, Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist e Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, acumulando mais de 300 projetos na carreira e mais de 15 premiações de nível nacional / internacional. Temas de Interesse: IA's generativas, Simuladores de Processo, Machine Learning, Ágil Escalado, Design Thinking, Lean Portfolio Management, Kanban e Gestão Híbrida de Projetos. Possui três reconhecimentos recentes nos Agile Trends de 2023 e 2024.

Bruno é químico de formação, com mestrado em modelagem matemática de processos químicos, e especializações em business analytics, metodologias ágeis e gestão de operacões. Neste ano completa 18 anos de grupo Votorantim, todos dedicados ao negócio alu... Show more

Matt Sims

Matt Sims

Awarded the BQF Excellenteer accolade by HRH the Princess Royal at Wembley Stadium in March 2025, I am passionate about building high-performing cultures where people leadership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence thrive. With over 25 years of experience, I’ve led large-scale transformations for global industry leaders that include Amazon and Royal Mail, proving that when people thrive, performance follows.

As a globally recognised voice in Leadership and Continuous Improvement, I hold elite qualifications including Lean Mastery (MBB), Lean Six Sigma Post-HBO Black Belt (Post-Bachelor's level - ISO 18404), and Lean Leader (ISO 18404). My leadership philosophy combines CI principles with core role-model behaviours, driving lasting high performance and cultural change.

I am the author of 'The Emergence of an Unexpected Leader' and 'Building the Bridge to Inspirational Leadership', and host of the multi-award-nominated Ever-So-Lean Podcast, where I break down complex CI concepts into actionable insights. Through these platforms, I communicate with clarity, inspire, and create impactful change.

With over 25 years of experience, I blend deep expertise in continuous improvement with a people-first approach. My frameworks, such as The Bridge to Inspirational Leadership, help leaders engage, inspire, and elevate teams, driving sustainable results. Whether transforming large-scale operations or coaching individuals, I create environments where people thrive and performance follows.

A finalist in 'Excellence in People Development & Engagement' at the Excellence Awards 2025, I have developed the Ever-So-Lean Learning Series and Rising Stars™ Programmes. These industry-accredited initiatives provide training for emerging leaders and change professionals, instilling a growth mindset across organisations, ensuring long-term success.

My passion is unlocking potential—both in individuals and organisations—removing barriers to success, and creating environments where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to drive meaningful change.

Whether leading transformative initiatives, coaching executives, or shaping the next generation of leaders, I bring clarity, energy, and authenticity to every engagement. If you're ready to unlock your people’s full potential and build a culture of excellence, let’s talk.

Awarded the BQF Excellenteer accolade by HRH the Princess Royal at Wembley Stadium in March 2025, I am passionate about building high-performing cultures where people leadership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence thrive. With over 25... Show more

Jean-Marc Bouillon

Jean-Marc Bouillon

With a background in engineering, management, research and mediation, and 35+ years in industry, I bring a systems approach to complex transitions. My focus lies in low plastic trajectories and in how decentralized technologies foster trust, collaboration, and ethics in industrial ecosystems. This work aligns with my commitment to permaindustry—a regenerative framework inspired by nature to advance sufficiency, circularity, and resilience.

With a background in engineering, management, research and mediation, and 35+ years in industry, I bring a systems approach to complex transitions. My focus lies in low plastic trajectories and in how decentralized technologies foster trust, collabor... Show more

Terra L. Fletcher

Terra L. Fletcher

Terra L. Fletcher is a fractional CMO and marketing strategist known for helping businesses achieve sustainable growth. With 17 years of experience, she specializes in simplifying complex marketing strategies and empowering organizations to rebrand, scale, and succeed. Terra is the author of Flex Your Marketing and a dynamic speaker who has inspired audiences nationwide with her actionable insights and values-first approach.

Terra L. Fletcher is a fractional CMO and marketing strategist known for helping businesses achieve sustainable growth. With 17 years of experience, she specializes in simplifying complex marketing strategies and empowering organizations to rebrand, ... Show more

Rahul Gopalakrishnan

Rahul Gopalakrishnan

Rahul Gopalakrishnan is the CEO of Avesta Holding in Ninove, Belgium. He leads the company in technology assessment, investor relations, and strategic expansion initiatives. Previously serving as CTO and VP, Rahul has extensive experience in lithium-ion and solid-state battery technologies and has managed several high-profile EU projects in advanced energy storage. With a PhD in Engineering Science from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, he is a recognized expert in electrochemical characterization and has contributed widely to the field through research, publications, and invited talks​

Rahul Gopalakrishnan is the CEO of Avesta Holding in Ninove, Belgium. He leads the company in technology assessment, investor relations, and strategic expansion initiatives. Previously serving as CTO and VP, Rahul has extensive experience in lithium-... Show more

Tam Hanna

Tam Hanna

A frequent speaker at events, Tam Hanna has seen both engineering and mobile development spaces in and out. His instagram account on electronics has more than 20000 followers.

A frequent speaker at events, Tam Hanna has seen both engineering and mobile development spaces in and out. His instagram account on electronics has more than 20000 followers. Show more

Žiga Vaupot

Žiga Vaupot

Žiga Vaupot is working in IT industry for 30+ years. In the last decade or so, Žiga has been working in the field of business analytics and has held several managerial roles in companies such as Bron, Qubix and Version 1. Since 2025, he is working as a Director at SmartQ d.o.o. in Slovenia.

Even though Žiga's current role is more managerial, Žiga is still active in his “original" business analytics consultancy role in which he has been active on various projects in Europe and UK, North America and Japan. In these projects he was primarily involved with implementation of Oracle Analytics based solutions.

Before joining Bron/Qubix Žiga was CIO of the largest Slovenian publishing company, Mladinska knjiga. He has also spent 10 years in Oracle Slovenia and CEE region performing in several roles from technology and application pre-sales, sales and marketing.

Žiga's focus today still lies with Oracle (cloud) based technology and infrastructure. His expertise is in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure including Analytics, Autonomous Database, Machine Learning, Data Science, AI and other related OCI services.

As a member of the SIOUG board, he is also an active member of the group in organising various events including annual MakeIT conference.

Žiga has MBA degree of Faculty of Economics, and BSC degree from Faculty of Computer Sciences and Informatics, both University of Ljubljana. He also holds several Oracle expertise certificates, ie. Oracle Cloud Platform Enterprise Analytics 2023 Certified Specialist.

Žiga is Oracle ACE Pro since 2020.

Žiga Vaupot is working in IT industry for 30+ years. In the last decade or so, Žiga has been working in the field of business analytics and has held several managerial roles in companies such as Bron, Qubix and Version 1. Since 2025, he is working as... Show more

Rob Jolliffe

Rob Jolliffe

Rob graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor’s of Engineering in the early 90s. He first worked with manufacturing ERP in 1994 and first worked with Dynamics in manufacturing in 2008. He considers himself more of a manufacturing consultant than a Business Central expert. He has read “The Goal” at least 4 times, “Lean Thinking” at least 3 times, and has seen Star Wars more times than he can count (Han shot first!).

He is an avid collector of music and, using “The Rolling Stone Top 500 Album List” as a guide, has managed to buy 490 of the 500 best albums of all time (as CDs - the rest are out of print).

Rob graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor’s of Engineering in the early 90s. He first worked with manufacturing ERP in 1994 and first worked with Dynamics in manufacturing in 2008. He considers himself more of a manufacturing cons... Show more

Anastasiia Prokopchuk

Anastasiia Prokopchuk

Anastasiia is a Business Applications Specialist with more than 15 years of experience in different roles including Business Analyst, Software Engineer, Implementation Specialist, and Data Analyst primarily within the retail and manufacturing sectors.

Currently at Fibrolux GmbH she specializes in designing and delivering complex solutions using Microsoft Power Platform products and Dynamics 365 applications. Her strength lies in combining technical expertise with a clear understanding of business needs to help the company to improve efficiency and decision making through tailored digital solutions. She is passionate about empowering teams through technology, mentoring colleagues, and creating user-friendly, data-driven tools that support both daily operations and long-term growth.

A certified Power BI Data Analyst, she also applies analytics and AI tools in her personal life to track goals related to finance, career, travel and wellness demonstrating how data can be a powerful tool for both professional impact and personal development.

Anastasiia is a Business Applications Specialist with more than 15 years of experience in different roles including Business Analyst, Software Engineer, Implementation Specialist, and Data Analyst primarily within the retail and manufacturing sectors... Show more

Anup Chakravarthi Suggula

Anup Chakravarthi Suggula

Iam Anup Chakravarthi Suggula, a Chief Engineer at AMD with over a decade of experience in AI acceleration, semiconductor engineering, and system validation. I have led cross-functional teams to drive innovations in machine learning, x86 processors, and AMD Instinct™ accelerators, contributing to significant market growth. As a patented inventor and industry award recipient, I am passionate about advancing high-performance computing and AI-driven technologies.

Iam Anup Chakravarthi Suggula, a Chief Engineer at AMD with over a decade of experience in AI acceleration, semiconductor engineering, and system validation. I have led cross-functional teams to drive innovations in machine learning, x86 processors, ... Show more

Garine Ramakrishna

Garine Ramakrishna

I am an experienced Supply Chain Specialist with over 12 years in the field. I hold advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of North Texas. I excel in statistical methodologies, machine learning, and data visualization, with proficiency in tools like Power BI and AWS Quick Sight. My expertise spans demand planning, value stream analysis, and capacity planning across industries such as retail, health, automotive, and manufacturing. I have led significant data deployments, developed automated order management systems, and created dashboards to improve efficiency. I have published multiple research papers and served as a peer reviewer for notable journals. I am also an executive board member and senior IEEE member, recognized for my leadership and achievements.

I am an experienced Supply Chain Specialist with over 12 years in the field. I hold advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of North Texas. I excel in statistical methodologies, machine learning, and data visualization, with pr... Show more

Andrés Arias Falcón

Andrés Arias Falcón

Arquitecto Funcional en MS Dynamics NAV y BUSINESS CENTRAL, Consultor de Proyectos con experiencia liderando equipos y proyectos en todas las fases de implementación, certificado como Scrum Master y Cloud Computing, experiencia en finanzas empresariales.

Arquitecto Funcional en MS Dynamics NAV y BUSINESS CENTRAL, Consultor de Proyectos con experiencia liderando equipos y proyectos en todas las fases de implementación, certificado como Scrum Master y Cloud Computing, experiencia en finanzas empresaria... Show more

Adrian Gahabka

Adrian Gahabka

Adrian Gahabka is an experienced AI and Power Platform expert specializing in AI-driven automation, Generative AI, and intelligent agent orchestration. With deep expertise in Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Adrian develops advanced AI solutions that enhance business efficiency and innovation.

In addition to AI, Adrian has extensive experience with the Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate, Model-Driven Apps, and complex system integrations. His work focuses on leveraging automation and AI to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and create seamless enterprise solutions.

Adrian Gahabka is an experienced AI and Power Platform expert specializing in AI-driven automation, Generative AI, and intelligent agent orchestration. With deep expertise in Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Adr... Show more

Umesh Pundlik Bawankar

Umesh Pundlik Bawankar

Umesh Bawankar is a seasoned SAP consulting professional with 20 years of SAP consulting experience and 5 years of industrial design experience in the manufacturing industry. Based in Milford, Connecticut, he has worked for multiple Business Transformation Programs for major utility companies across North America and the UK.
As a mechanical engineering graduate, Umesh has managed multiple large SAP implementations, roll-outs, and application support projects. His expertise includes SAP S/4HANA (versions 1709, 1809, 1909, 2408), SAP ECC 6.0, and Digital supply chain solutions, including Ariba Buying, Sourcing, SCC, and Invoicing platforms.
At Accenture Services, Umesh has worked on multiple projects for Par Pacific Holdings, Dow, Avangrid Networks, Wisconsin Energy, Xcel Energy, and British Gas Plc. His experience covers requirement definition, conceptual design, detailed design, POCs, unit testing, integration testing, UAT testing, end-user support and training, with thorough integration experience in FI modules with SD, MM, and EWM. He has extensively managed cross-functional teams for multiple integrations of tools such as Primavera, GE Asset Performance management, click scheduling, Prometheus, SAP works Manager with SAP ERP.
His technical skills include S4 HANA Finance, Open Text VIM 7.5, IBP, SAP PM, APO, Supply Chain Analytics, Azure DevOps, Azure Synapse, SQL, Power BI Data visualization, and supply chain planning with SAP SLT and BODs. He also has experience in project management using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies with JIRA.
Umesh holds certifications including SAP Sourcing training certification, SAP Gen AI Training certification, and SAP Certified - S4HANA Implementation Scenarios for Architects. His professional achievements include receiving the Excellence Award and Best Delivery Performance Award at Accenture.

Umesh Bawankar is a seasoned SAP consulting professional with 20 years of SAP consulting experience and 5 years of industrial design experience in the manufacturing industry. Based in Milford, Connecticut, he has worked for multiple Business Transfor... 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

Ferhat Oender

Ferhat Oender

Ferhat took over numerous international warehouse software & planning projects since 2006. More than 10 years of leadership responsibility in warehousing units followed. In 2021 he joined SIEVERS-GROUP to further develop a holistic WMS experience: SIEVERS WMS.

Ferhat took over numerous international warehouse software & planning projects since 2006. More than 10 years of leadership responsibility in warehousing units followed. In 2021 he joined SIEVERS-GROUP to further develop a holistic WMS experience: SI... Show more

George Delp

George Delp

George Delp started his career as a CPA with the "big six" in the nineties, jumping on the ERP bandwagon at the turn of the century. Since then, he has been selling and implementing ERP and CRM solutions using a wide variety of products in many different industries.

For the past five years George has focused on manufacturing, specifically food, chemical and life sciences. He takes that experience and success to YAVEON Inc., the new US expansion company for YAVEON GmbH, where he is now leading efforts to recruit and enable Microsoft Dynamics 365 channel partners to sell, implement and support YAVEON's Business Central based process manufacturing solutions.

George Delp started his career as a CPA with the "big six" in the nineties, jumping on the ERP bandwagon at the turn of the century. Since then, he has been selling and implementing ERP and CRM solutions using a wide variety of products in many diffe... Show more

Dominic Storey

Dominic Storey

Dominic Storey is an IBM Master Inventor and Automation Technical Leader working in the IBM Integration team. He is currently working on the next generation of IBM Integration products including App Connect Enterprise and Designer delivered within the Cloud Pak for Integration. In a previous life, he was Technical Lead for the IBM Integration Bus Industry Team, delivering the Healthcare, Retail and Manufacturing Packs. He also worked within the MQSeries and Message Broker Development teams in IBM Hursley when starting at IBM in 1997, working on many core parts of these products, notably the Message Broker API, Pattern Authoring and Message Broker Explorer.

Contact details: domstorey @uk.ibm.com

Dominic Storey is an IBM Master Inventor and Automation Technical Leader working in the IBM Integration team. He is currently working on the next generation of IBM Integration products including App Connect Enterprise and Designer delivered within th... Show more

Fatima Zahra Fagroud

Fatima Zahra Fagroud

Fatima Zahra Fagroud is a doctor and researcher in computer science, professor of computer science, Huwaei ICT Academy Instructor, IT Trainer, Human AI and Cluster Digital Africa Ambassador, international speaker and Mentor & Judge in IT and Innovation. She obtained her doctorate in computer science (A thesis entitled: "Towards a real-time search engine for IoT connected objects: a new approach based on artificial intelligence" ) from the Ben M'Sik Faculty of Science in 2023. Fatima Zahra is a member of the winning team of the 2nd prize of the 1st cycle of the DDR Award MENA 2021, Global Ambassador of Women In Tech Conference 2024 and Regional Ambassador of the Hackathon of the World Innovation Day of United Nations for the 2022 and 2023 Edition. She was nominated as the best researcher in "Internet of things and information retrieval" by International Research Excellence and Citation Awards and best researcher in "IoT application and IoT devices retrieval" by International Research Awards on Internet of Things and Applications. She is a member of the ABCD index, as well as serving on the review committees of various international journals and conferences. She is chair of the international workshops A2IoT, IA&Nlp and NSCTI and a member of the organizing committee of various national and international workshops and conferences. His research interests include information retrieval, the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence and metaverse.

Fatima Zahra Fagroud is a doctor and researcher in computer science, professor of computer science, Huwaei ICT Academy Instructor, IT Trainer, Human AI and Cluster Digital Africa Ambassador, international speaker and Mentor & Judge in IT and Innovati... Show more

Mikhail Lvovskii

Mikhail Lvovskii

HR professional with 25+ years of corporate expereince.
Various industries and sizes, mainly big multinational corporations.
Led international HR teams, focusing on the delivering greatest value for busienss.
Around COVID times got inspired with front running streams in the area of People & Culture such as:
- self-managing teams
- contemporary Leadership
- agile ways of organizing
- HR as a strategic business driver
- AI and Future of Work
Sicne 4 years run own consultancy, helping companies deliver meaningful transformations in all areas touching Organization, People, Culture and Leadership.

HR professional with 25+ years of corporate expereince. Various industries and sizes, mainly big multinational corporations. Led international HR teams, focusing on the delivering greatest value for busienss. Around COVID times got inspired with f... Show more

Alain Schneiter

Alain Schneiter

Alain (Al) Schneiter is one of the scopewyse founders and an Microsoft Secuirty MVP. As an experienced solutions architect he is supporting clients and partners in training, concepts, designs and implementations using cloud solutions from Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Alain is focused on Microsoft Technologies, especially on Microsoft 365 Security, Identity and Compliance. He supports communities with his Microsoft 365 know-how. He is a regular speaker at national & international events and conferences and drives a local user groups with focus on security services based on the Microsoft products.

Alain (Al) Schneiter is one of the scopewyse founders and an Microsoft Secuirty MVP. As an experienced solutions architect he is supporting clients and partners in training, concepts, designs and implementations using cloud solutions from Microsoft A... Show more

Christian Wolff

Christian Wolff

10 Years of Experience in Data Analytics on Microsoft Platforms. Started with Data Warehousing moving into Data Platform architecture.

10 Years of Experience in Data Analytics on Microsoft Platforms. Started with Data Warehousing moving into Data Platform architecture. Show more

Chad Lich

Chad Lich

Chad Lich has over 30 years of experience in information technology and is currently a Director Azure Infrastructure Specialist (Sales Guy) and formerly Principal Cloud Solution Architect for Cross Solution & Industry Innovation (Tech Guy) at Microsoft and has been with the company for nine years leading global enterprises in their successful digital transformation. Prior to Microsoft, Chad worked with Build-A-Bear and Intelligrated (Honeywell Company) as a director of BI and development, leading teams and building software to enable these businesses with data insights and tools that focused on adding value and business transformation. Chad holds a bachelor’s in information management from Webster University and an MBA from Southeast Missouri State University Harrison College of Business and Computing. Chad is also active as a contributor to STEM events in the St. Louis region, engages as a board member to a public institution and private STEM focused company, while also contributing to his local tech community as part of Azure and DOTNET Meetup groups.

Chad Lich has over 30 years of experience in information technology and is currently a Director Azure Infrastructure Specialist (Sales Guy) and formerly Principal Cloud Solution Architect for Cross Solution & Industry Innovation (Tech Guy) at Microso... Show more

Randy Hale

Randy Hale

Randy is an empathetic change leader who helps leaders gain clarity on challenges and embrace possibilities with enthusiasm. He has deep expertise with Product Operating Model Transformation, Business and Product Strategy; Product Leadership; Organizational and Strategic Portfolio Transformation; and Executive Coaching. Having personally faced challenges as a Product Leader, he deeply empathizes and recognizes the recurring patterns in nearly every client he has consulted with. He has guided startups and Fortune 100 companies in driving strategic change to enhance employee engagement, speed up time-to-market, boost customer satisfaction, and accelerate revenue growth.

Randy is an empathetic change leader who helps leaders gain clarity on challenges and embrace possibilities with enthusiasm. He has deep expertise with Product Operating Model Transformation, Business and Product Strategy; Product Leadership; Organi... Show more

Greg Gillespie

Greg Gillespie

Greg Gillespie is the Principal and Co-Founder of Collectiv, a leading data analytics and AI enablement consulting
firm that has appeared twice on the Inc. 5000 list. Since launching his first data consulting firm in 2016, Greg has
helped over 150 mid-sized and enterprise organizations — including several Fortune 500 brands — leverage tools
like Power BI and Microsoft Fabric to unlock the full value of their data at scale.

An electrical engineer by training, Greg began his career building data programs in the industrial and utility sectors,
where he saw firsthand how structured, well-governed data could transform operations. That experience led him into
business intelligence and, ultimately, into the field of AI enablement.

Greg is the creator of The D.A.T.A. Formula™, a practical framework for preparing organizations to succeed with AI
through better data governance, process alignment, team empowerment, and scalable automation. His talks blend
technical depth with real-world application, offering audiences a clear path from disconnected dashboards to
AI-powered decision-making.

Today, Greg works closely with executive teams to operationalize AI across the enterprise, and he speaks regularly
on topics such as data strategy, analytics leadership, and building AI-ready organizations. He is also a proud member
of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), where he collaborates with other high-growth business leaders committed to
innovation and impact.

Greg Gillespie is the Principal and Co-Founder of Collectiv, a leading data analytics and AI enablement consulting firm that has appeared twice on the Inc. 5000 list. Since launching his first data consulting firm in 2016, Greg has helped over 15... Show more

Sharanesh R

Sharanesh R

Sharanesh R has over 3 years of experience in the semiconductor industry and is currently working as an Sr. Engineer at Tenstorrent. In his current role, he is responsible for RTL Design of Sub-System IP components that are part of High-Performance RISC-V cores. Prior to joining Tenstorrent, Sharanesh interned at APT portfolio, working on various tasks including High Level Synthesis and UVM verification testbenches. He holds a B.Tech. (Hons) with Computing (Minor) in Electrical Engineering from IIT Madras, India.

Sharanesh R has over 3 years of experience in the semiconductor industry and is currently working as an Sr. Engineer at Tenstorrent. In his current role, he is responsible for RTL Design of Sub-System IP components that are part of High-Performance R... Show more

Biswanath Giri

Biswanath Giri

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

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