Frank Lesniak is a Sr. Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology Architect at West Monroe with nearly 20 years of experience leading consulting engagements involving Microsoft infrastructure technology. His expertise spans modern cloud systems like Azure, Microsoft 365, and Entra ID to classic platforms like Windows Server, Active Directory, and SQL Server. His recent focus has been on Microsoft platform cybersecurity and automating technical processes using PowerShell. In his role, Frank establishes technical project methodologies, leads teams, automates associated processes, and creates internal software products at West Monroe and in the open-source community.

Frank's versatility also includes:

- Microsoft 365
- Process automation, Windows/Windows Server administration, and configuration management (Intune, SCCM)
- Linux (Raspberry Pi OS, Ubuntu) and macOS (FreeBSD)
- Resilient systems, disaster recovery, virtualization, containers
- Federated authentication (OpenID Connect, OAuth2, SAML), public key infrastructure
- Industry experience: banking, finance, healthcare, high-tech/software, insurance, life sciences, manufacturing, public utilities, and more

At West Monroe, Frank leads the Workplace Collaboration (Modern Work) competency, heading a 45-member team specializing in:

- Executing M&A-related divestitures and mergers (efficiently migrating identities, email, documents, telephony, and workstations between environments)
- Building award-winning intranet and employee experience portals
- Fortifying Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure, and Windows endpoint security (including the Defender suite)
- Modernizing endpoint management with Microsoft's Modern Management framework (Intune, Windows Autopilot, JAMF for macOS, Defender for Endpoint)

Frank's role includes technical leadership through product development and presentations on PowerShell and identity/access management. He manages the Microsoft partnership and is an employee experience manager for the Technology & Experience practice.

In the community, Frank serves as a director on the board of DuPage Animal Friends (DAF), a non-profit supporting DuPage County Animal Services (DCAS). As DuPage County's sole open-admission animal shelter, DCAS depends on DAF for crucial care, specialized therapy, and community programs, given that it's not tax-funded. Frank also leads DAF's Technology Committee.

Engaged in the tech community, Frank frequently speaks at conferences and user groups, is a published author, and publishes open-source code.

Frank Lesniak is a Sr. Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology Architect at West Monroe with nearly 20 years of experience leading consulting engagements involving Microsoft infrastructure technology. His expertise spans modern cloud systems like Azure... Show more

Además de ser creadora de contenidos para gente de trabajo, facilito el encuentro entre personas y organizaciones a través de charlas, capacitaciones, búsqueda y selección de personal e incluso asesorías 1a1 habiendo acompañado ya a más de 160 profesionales de los más diversos rubros y senioritys.

Algunos de los temas que desarrollo:
➡️ Empleabilidad
➡️ Networking
➡️ Armado de CV
➡️ Uso de LinkedIn
➡️ Marca personal y redes sociales

Enseñar sobre empleabilidad es una tarea fundamental para avanzar en pos de lograr varios de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible: en Argentina solo 3 de cada 10 personas en edad laboral recibió información sobre empleabilidad durante la educación formal.

Participé en:
🚀 CoderCamp by Coderhouse 3era Temporada.
☁️ AWS Community Day Argentina 2024 (evento presencial realizado en UADE).
▶️ Work Festival 2024 (evento presencial organizado por Takenos)

Confiaron en mi para brindar este conocimiento a sus alumnos:
🖱 Potrero Digital
🌱 Escuela Técnica de Jardinería Cristobal Hicken
🚪 Puerta 18
💻 Digital NAO By TecMilenio
💻 Hackademy & HackWomen

Colaboro también con diferentes comunidades profesionales que buscan potenciar el desarrollo de sus integrantes:
💻 Sin Jr No Hay Sr
🌿 Clorofila
🔎 On Empleo
💼 CIMA Academy
💻 Share IT

Además de ser creadora de contenidos para gente de trabajo, facilito el encuentro entre personas y organizaciones a través de charlas, capacitaciones, búsqueda y selección de personal e incluso asesorías 1a1 habiendo acompañado ya a más de 160 profes... Show more

Kat leads the Developer Advocacy and Community team at PagerDuty. She enjoys talking and thinking about incident response, customer support, and automating the creation of a delightful end-user and employee experience. She previously ran Global Customer Support at PagerDuty, and as a result, it’s hard to get her to stop talking about the potential career paths for tech support professionals. In her spare time, Kat is a mediocre plant parent and a slightly less mediocre pet parent to her two rabbits, Lupin and Ginny.

Kat leads the Developer Advocacy and Community team at PagerDuty. She enjoys talking and thinking about incident response, customer support, and automating the creation of a delightful end-user and employee experience. She previously ran Global Custo... Show more

Changing the world, one solution at a time!

Passionate about automation and building a business to support clients on their digitisation/optimisation journeys while working with the youth in preparation for their entry into industry.

Enjoys dabbling in software development, automation, IOT, advanced analytics, data engineering and business intelligence while currently working towards completing a PhD that focuses on automation. Currently focusing on learning how businesses are formed and how the longevity of business functions are maintained.

Competencies include a high level of computer literacy, programming in various languages with newly acquired sales and business acumen.

Changing the world, one solution at a time! Passionate about automation and building a business to support clients on their digitisation/optimisation journeys while working with the youth in preparation for their entry into industry. Enjoys da... Show more

Gerjon Kunst works as CTO at RawWorks in het Netherlands, focusing on AI, future Workspace and Cloud. He has been awarded the Microsoft MVP tile for his work in AI. Gerjon has 25 years of experience in the IT business starting as a system engineer working his way up to a IT pro with broad and in depth knowledge of Workspace and Cloud. Gerjon is a known presenter on Expertslive, Azure/M365/Citrix User Groups and E2EVC. He has a Podcast called the Impact of AI: Explored with James 'O Regan and as he is a Microsoft Certified Trainer you might have met him in a classroom somewhere

Gerjon Kunst works as CTO at RawWorks in het Netherlands, focusing on AI, future Workspace and Cloud. He has been awarded the Microsoft MVP tile for his work in AI. Gerjon has 25 years of experience in the IT business starting as a system engineer wo... Show more

Eric is a recognized authority in enterprise strategy, data management, and technology governance, with a career marked by impactful partnerships with global giants such as Disney and Kellogg’s. His expertise in Microsoft 365 and project management has consistently driven transformative change, enhancing corporate efficiencies and aligning technology with strategic business goals.

Eric’s operational acumen is rooted in his ability to define and implement robust corporate technology strategies for Fortune 500 companies. His work spans the full spectrum of enterprise strategy, from data architecture and governance to the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies that future-proof organizations. His strategic insights are regularly sought after by industry leaders, and he has shared his expertise on platforms such as Fox Business, The Globe and Mail, Entrepreneur Magazine, and The Huffington Post.

In addition to his client work, Eric is a pivotal figure in the tech community. He serves on the Microsoft Cloud Advisory Board, where he contributes to shaping the future of cloud computing. His contributions to the field have been recognized with six Microsoft MVP awards, underscoring his commitment to innovation and excellence. As a Judge for the Microsoft Imagine Cup, Eric also plays a role in mentoring the next generation of tech leaders.

Based in Toronto, Eric balances his professional life with hobbies as an avid cyclist and hockey enthusiast, he brings the same passion and dedication to his hobbies as he does to his work.

Eric is a recognized authority in enterprise strategy, data management, and technology governance, with a career marked by impactful partnerships with global giants such as Disney and Kellogg’s. His expertise in Microsoft 365 and project management h... Show more

Passionate about the intersection of mathematics and technology, I've chosen the path of software engineering.Chess enthusiast and avid traveler, I explore diverse cultures and ways of thinking.
I thrive on collaborative projects, focusing on Javascript Ecosystem. I ventured into the tech startup world, eventually leading the Tech at MaVoie.org. Fascinated by AI, my goal is to contribute to impactful projects, particularly in finance, and education. Now immersed in SaaS development impact. 🚀
#TechEnthusiast #SaaS #MicroSaaS #AI #StartupLeader

Passionate about the intersection of mathematics and technology, I've chosen the path of software engineering.Chess enthusiast and avid traveler, I explore diverse cultures and ways of thinking. I thrive on collaborative projects, focusing on Javasc... Show more

Raphael De Lio is a passionate software engineer who loves to think about solutions and ways to improve anything he touches. With over seven years of experience across multiple roles, industries, and countries, he brings a rich perspective to solving technical challenges and connecting with developer communities.

Born in Brazil, Raphael lived in Portugal for six years before moving to the Netherlands in 2022. His main role was a Software Engineer, with expertise in Java, Kotlin, and scalable systems. He also served as the organizer and host of the Dutch Kotlin User Group, building a community for Kotlin enthusiasts in Amsterdam.

Currently, he serves as a Developer Advocate at Redis, where he combines his love for coding with his enthusiasm for empowering others through education, advocacy, and community engagement.

Raphael De Lio is a passionate software engineer who loves to think about solutions and ways to improve anything he touches. With over seven years of experience across multiple roles, industries, and countries, he brings a rich perspective to solving... Show more

Damien Jones is an AWS consultant, experienced data professional and cloud enthusiast with a strong track record of designing, building, and optimising cloud-native solutions. He brings deep expertise in SQL, cloud architectures, and data modelling, and has a passion for leveraging emerging technologies to solve complex problems and support data-driven decision-making. Damien actively engages in the cloud community as a content creator, user group leader, and public speaker.

Outside of work, he is a keen runner, amateur gardener, dance music enthusiast and dog dad.

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Damien Jones is an AWS consultant, experienced data professional and cloud enthusiast with a strong track record of designing, building, and optimising cloud-native solutions. He brings deep expertise in SQL, cloud architectures, and data modelling, ... Show more

Nils Hyoma is a business informatics post-graduate from Hamburg University, a professional agile coach, and a passionate amateur water polo player. Nils studied Japanese studies, international business studies, and business informatics in Hiroshima and Hamburg. Many years as an active developer, he learned the basics of agile software development. After working in online retail / eCommerce and in IT consulting, he is now part of the coaching team at MHP - A Porsche Company since 2024. Nils supports and coaches both local and distributed, international teams and projects. Nils has been active in team sports since childhood. It also reflected team spirit in his professional life: As a coach, he forms well-established units out of developers and analysts, who can then independently develop products. The guiding principle is always the focus on customer satisfaction.

Nils Hyoma is a business informatics post-graduate from Hamburg University, a professional agile coach, and a passionate amateur water polo player. Nils studied Japanese studies, international business studies, and business informatics in Hiroshima a... Show more

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MCPx100
Author at @ENIeditions
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My name is David Emenyi. I am one of Africa's top Business Strategists & Consultants, as well as "West Africa’s first and currently only official Grant Cardone Licensee".

I am a strategist, creative thinker, coach, keynote speaker and highly passionate about making a difference in the lives of people via the various training platforms I engage.

I currently serve as Head of Business Services & New Product Experimentation at Start Innovation Hub, Lead Strategist for The Deliberate CEO International and I'm a choice consultant for various brands on brand strategy, effective sales/product development/training, and digital marketing strategy.

My superpower is developing "10X Strategies" tailor-made for you so you can begin producing 10X results. I simply won’t rest, stop or quit until we get the desired results!!! This is my commitment to the world.

My name is David Emenyi. I am one of Africa's top Business Strategists & Consultants, as well as "West Africa’s first and currently only official Grant Cardone Licensee". I am a strategist, creative thinker, coach, keynote speaker and highly passi... Show more

Brian Madden is a renowned workplace AI strategist, future of work expert, and dynamic speaker with over 30 years of experience in digital transformation. As a Technology Officer and Futurist at Citrix, he's at the forefront of helping organizations navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in the workplace.

Expertise & Current Focus
• Workplace AI strategy and implementation
• Future of work and digital workplace transformation
• AI's impact on employee productivity and HR practices
• Ethical considerations of AI in the workplace
• Bridging the gap between technology and human resources

Career Highlights
• Currently a VP, Technology Officer & Futurist, Citrix
• Creator of the Workplace AI Strategy Guide project, a comprehensive, continuously-updated resource for organizations adapting to AI
• Author of 6 books and over 2,000 articles on technology and workplace transformation
• Founder of BriForum, the largest vendor-neutral End-User Computing conference (2005-2016)
• Former Distinguished Technologist at VMware, focusing on the Future of Work
• Creator and leader of multiple influential tech community programs (Citrix CTP, VMware EUC vExperts)

Speaking and Thought Leadership
• Delivered 1000+ talks worldwide on technology's impact on work and productivity
• Ranked #1 speaker at major tech conferences multiple times
• Regular contributor to discussions on AI ethics, productivity, and workplace dynamics
• Passionate about democratizing knowledge and fostering inclusive tech communities

Brian's unique blend of technical expertise, strategic insight, and engaging presentation style makes him an ideal speaker for conferences exploring the intersection of AI, HR, and the future of work. He excels at breaking down complex technological concepts in humorous and relatable ways for diverse audiences, from C-suite executives to HR professionals and IT teams.

Brian Madden is a renowned workplace AI strategist, future of work expert, and dynamic speaker with over 30 years of experience in digital transformation. As a Technology Officer and Futurist at Citrix, he's at the forefront of helping organizations ... Show more

Matteo Emili is a Director of Software Engineering at Avanade UK and Ireland, leading the talent in Software Engineering and always looking at new ways of applying technology to solve business problems.

He is a passionate Agile advocate and a technologist at heart, a Cloud Architect who is always driven by using technology as a vehicle for change and continuous improvement.
A Microsoft MVP since 2010 (currently in the Azure DevOps and GitHub category), he enjoys sharing back as much as he can with the worldwide technical communities – especially about Agile and DevOps.

He founded several User Groups around Europe and he is a regular speaker at meetups and conferences.

Matteo Emili is a Director of Software Engineering at Avanade UK and Ireland, leading the talent in Software Engineering and always looking at new ways of applying technology to solve business problems. He is a passionate Agile advocate and a tech... Show more

I studied Business Informatics at DHBW Stuttgart, specializing in web development with Angular and React, and developed a strong interest in AI-assisted coding. After gaining experience in consulting in the automotive and pharmaceutical sectors and serving as Lead Developer of a mobile broker app, I now work as a Software Architect at Thinktecture AG. I also train and consult, helping developers apply the latest Angular advancements and AI-powered tools for sustainable enterprise solutions. Sharing knowledge is my passion.

I studied Business Informatics at DHBW Stuttgart, specializing in web development with Angular and React, and developed a strong interest in AI-assisted coding. After gaining experience in consulting in the automotive and pharmaceutical sectors and s... Show more

Chime is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Low Code Consultant, passionate about empowering businesses with innovative low-code solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), he enjoys sharing knowledge, enabling others to learn quickly, and helping teams work more effectively.

Beyond his professional work, Chime is a dedicated Careers Mentor at the University of Greenwich, UK. He actively engages youth in STEM initiatives, guiding students in career planning and inspiring them to explore opportunities in technology.

Chime’s commitment to learning, mentorship, and innovation reflects his belief in using technology as a tool for growth and opportunity. His approachable nature and expertise make him a trusted advisor to those he mentors and collaborates with, driving positive impact in the tech community and beyond.

Chime is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Low Code Consultant, passionate about empowering businesses with innovative low-code solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), he enjoys sharing knowledge, enabling others to... Show more

During 20+ years spent in ICT industry, I had a privilege to wear all possible hats, acting as a software developer, UX designer, university lecturer, startup entrepreneur, CIO and finally as a delivery manager at S&P500 engineering company. Creating software is my biggest passion. I stay hands-on by delivering PoC and MVP to clients, diving into all aspects of modern technology, be it cloud computing, blockchain or AI. Originally from Estonia, since 2016 I live in Switzerland and in free time I enjoy doing yoga and snowboarding.

During 20+ years spent in ICT industry, I had a privilege to wear all possible hats, acting as a software developer, UX designer, university lecturer, startup entrepreneur, CIO and finally as a delivery manager at S&P500 engineering company. Creating... Show more

Scott is an artist, engineer & dad, collaborating on a different kind of world. Into collective art, activism, therapy & open source nerdy stuff. Scott is a Cloud Native Ambassador, speaker, organizer of CNCF community events including the New York Kubernetes Meetup and New York KCD, and international conferences including GitOpsCon. He enjoys helping develop Free and Open Source Software that anyone can use, including co-maintaining CNCF projects Helm, Flux and OpenGitOps.

Scott is an artist, engineer & dad, collaborating on a different kind of world. Into collective art, activism, therapy & open source nerdy stuff. Scott is a Cloud Native Ambassador, speaker, organizer of CNCF community events including the New York K... Show more

Meet Dan from Denmark 🇩🇰 - A Microsoft 365 developer and consultant 🧑‍💻 - with a huge passion for community 🙌

Dan has “only” been working with Microsoft technologies since 2018 📅 - making him a “cloud native” developer ☁️

When he started working with Microsoft 365, he instantly fell in love with the platform 🎉 - and especially how fast and easy it is to create real world value for end users 🚀 - and that is what he is passionate about sharing with others 🙌

When he’s not working the next community sample 🎉, blog post ✍️ or at work 🥱 - he loves to throw plastic in nature 🌳 - quite literally, Dan loves to play Disc golf 🥏

#SharingIsCaring 🙌

Meet Dan from Denmark 🇩🇰 - A Microsoft 365 developer and consultant 🧑‍💻 - with a huge passion for community 🙌 Dan has “only” been working with Microsoft technologies since 2018 📅 - making him a “cloud native” developer ☁️ When he started ... Show more

David is the Open Source Program Office Manager at Dynatrace, where he leads open-source strategy, governance, and security efforts. He works closely with engineering teams to drive adoption and community growth for projects like Keptn, OpenFeature, and OpenTelemetry.
With 10+ years of experience in cloud-native and open-source, David specializes in aligning teams, shaping strategy, and building industry partnerships with companies like Google and Spotify. As a CNCF Ambassador and active member of the InnerSource Commons and TODO Group, he champions open collaboration and helps organizations navigate the open-source landscape.
Passionate about data-driven impact, David focuses on accelerating adoption, growing communities, and organizing industry events that bring people together.

David is the Open Source Program Office Manager at Dynatrace, where he leads open-source strategy, governance, and security efforts. He works closely with engineering teams to drive adoption and community growth for projects like Keptn, OpenFeature, ... Show more

Moran Weber is the CEO & Founder of Women on Stage, a community-based public speaking training platform. Formerly a Tech Lead at Wix, Moran has over 10 years of experience in software development and holds an MA in Social Psychology, along with a BSc in Computer Science and Psychology from Tel Aviv University.

A former software engineer who struggled with severe stage fright and impostor syndrome, Moran overcame her fears by stepping onto countless stages and organizing dozens of tech events. Along the way, she discovered the power of sharing our voice and turned it into a mission—driven by her belief that everyone has a story worth telling.

To date, she has trained hundreds of tech professionals to move from “I don’t have anything to say” to delivering engaging, impactful tech talks that confidently highlight their unique voice and experience. With a rare combination of technical expertise and psychological insight, Moran helps developers build communities and turn complex ideas into compelling stories.

Moran Weber is the CEO & Founder of Women on Stage, a community-based public speaking training platform. Formerly a Tech Lead at Wix, Moran has over 10 years of experience in software development and holds an MA in Social Psychology, along with a BSc... Show more

Barbara Forbes is the Field CTO at OGD in the Netherlands. She is a Microsoft Azure MVP, MCT, and a GitHub Star. In her work Barbara aims to be the bridge between strategy, technology, education and development. Her focus includes the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code, PowerShell and GitHub. Barbara loves teaching in an accessible manner; in person, as a teacher for LinkedIn Learning and as a regular speaker at conferences and user groups. She is actively involved in the tech community, including being part of the organization of European events

Barbara Forbes is the Field CTO at OGD in the Netherlands. She is a Microsoft Azure MVP, MCT, and a GitHub Star. In her work Barbara aims to be the bridge between strategy, technology, education and development. Her focus includes the Microsoft Cloud... Show more

RAPHAEL KÖLLNER
Compliance Manager

Raphael Koellner combining the law and the information technology in particular the cloud computing. He worked for universities, Microsoft Germany (DX) and Microsoft Partner as consultant.

As CEO for KöllnService GmbH he works for huge international companies to migrate and implementate cloud solutions on a technical and a contract/law way.

Since 2019 Raphael Köllner is Microsoft Regional Director. He is the community guy, MVP for Office Server & Services, Windows 10 Insider MVP, MCT, Microsoft Student Partner Evangelist and become an attorney in Europe. He is the lead of the Office 365 Usergroup Germany, the Office 365 DACH, Leader of the Office 365 conference Germany, the SharePoint Saturday Cologne and one of 30 Windows 10 Top Insiders. Moreover he is member of the TEAMS Elite Team and the organizer of the TeamsCommunityDay. In this connection he leads the biggest Windows 10 Insider Community in Germany.

MVP: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/mvp/Raphael%20%20Koellner-5000185

Microsoft Regional Director: https://rd.microsoft.com/en-us/raphael-koellner

RAPHAEL KÖLLNER Compliance Manager Raphael Koellner combining the law and the information technology in particular the cloud computing. He worked for universities, Microsoft Germany (DX) and Microsoft Partner as consultant. As CEO for KöllnSe... Show more

My career in information technology spans over many decades, involving a vast array of technologies and solutions. I am very passionate about cutting edge technology, solutions, and knowledge sharing. I have been awarded prestigious community contribution awards such as a dual category Microsoft MVP for Cloud and Datacenter Management and PowerShell, as well as a VMware vExpert and VMware User Group Leader. I am an international speaker at technical conferences, organizations, and user groups.

My career in information technology spans over many decades, involving a vast array of technologies and solutions. I am very passionate about cutting edge technology, solutions, and knowledge sharing. I have been awarded prestigious community contrib... Show more

Tengo 27 años, trabajo como desarrollador, soy estudiante universitario, hace años que llevo en la industria, soy apasionado por la tecnología, partícipe de distintas meetups, estoy muy involucrado con la comunidad, asistí a 8 nerdearlas consecutivas y actualmente soy divulgador del lenguaje de programación Rust.
Tengo un canal de youtube para explicar cosas sobre este lenguaje que me encanta, me van a encontrar en discord conectado 24/7 en servidores de programación.

Tengo 27 años, trabajo como desarrollador, soy estudiante universitario, hace años que llevo en la industria, soy apasionado por la tecnología, partícipe de distintas meetups, estoy muy involucrado con la comunidad, asistí a 8 nerdearlas consecutivas... Show more

Daniele is an AWS Serverless Community Builder. Daniele is focusing on building and architect serverless applications at scale. Daniele is architecting media services for millions of users in his current role, leveraging multi-region architecture with AWS Serverless service. Daniele is sharing his ideas on his blog, and he is pushing the limits using Rust to get the extra milliseconds required to give better experiences to final customers.

Daniele is an AWS Serverless Community Builder. Daniele is focusing on building and architect serverless applications at scale. Daniele is architecting media services for millions of users in his current role, leveraging multi-region architecture wit... Show more

Mathew Caplan is Head of International Professional Services and a Security Advisor for Orange Cyberdefense based in London, England. He is a highly experienced information security and compliance specialist with over 25 years in the field and a proven record in the implementation of information risk management processes.

As a recognised trusted advisor, Mathew has led and advised many businesses on cybersecurity strategy, governance and policy and enjoys finding sustainable solutions to challenging problems. He works in the Orange Group on many international projects being the go-to guy on security and compliance matters for very high-profile customers.

Mathew loves cats, music, and movies and wherever possible will combine his audio-visual skills to simplify complex topics and breathe life into cybersecurity.

Mathew Caplan is Head of International Professional Services and a Security Advisor for Orange Cyberdefense based in London, England. He is a highly experienced information security and compliance specialist with over 25 years in the field and a prov... Show more

Kim is a Developer Relations and Developer Experience leader and strategist, JS engineer, and identity and security standards stickler. She enjoys teaching, mentoring, and learning from folks in the product technology space. Kim is the Senior Director of Developer Relations at FusionAuth and is a Google Developer Expert in Identity. She loves to travel, overland cross-country, design stickers, and craft miniatures and artisan keycaps for mechanical keyboards.

Kim is a Developer Relations and Developer Experience leader and strategist, JS engineer, and identity and security standards stickler. She enjoys teaching, mentoring, and learning from folks in the product technology space. Kim is the Senior Directo... Show more

Vilas is an experienced Engineering leader who has built Platforms and products at scale. He has deep expertise in varied industries like TV/Media Streaming (Netflix, Comcast), Retail (Walmart), Fintech (Bill) and the transportation and logistics industry (Truckstop). He is an advocate for Continuous Delivery and Developer enablement.

Vilas is an experienced Engineering leader who has built Platforms and products at scale. He has deep expertise in varied industries like TV/Media Streaming (Netflix, Comcast), Retail (Walmart), Fintech (Bill) and the transportation and logistics ind... Show more

Ian is a passionate IT pro with over 25 years of experience in the field. As a lead resource for his employer in matters of infrastructure, virtualization and cloud services, Ian uses his position as a Principal Architect to scope & review IT implementation projects of all sizes. He created Help My IT Career as a way to give back to the IT community that has supported his own career success. Ian advises clients in the IT industry on matters of job searching, skill development, resume creation, interviewing and other career concerns. His presentation topics include "traditional" soft-skills and career guidance subjects, with a supportive, understanding mindset. He earned a B.S. in Speech Communication from Bradley University, a graduate certificate in Project Management from Missouri State University, and a Masters Degree in IT Management from Western Governors University. He lives in the St. Louis area with his wife and their three cats.

Ian is a passionate IT pro with over 25 years of experience in the field. As a lead resource for his employer in matters of infrastructure, virtualization and cloud services, Ian uses his position as a Principal Architect to scope & review IT impleme... Show more