I help enterprises become successful by adopting DevOps practices. In my spare time I'm an organizer for DevOpsDays Austin, ServerlessDays Austin, DevOpsDays Texas, the Austin AWS Users Meetup, and the Cloud Austin Meetup. When I'm not working or organizing you can catch me hiking around Austin and checking out our many local brewereies.

I help enterprises become successful by adopting DevOps practices. In my spare time I'm an organizer for DevOpsDays Austin, ServerlessDays Austin, DevOpsDays Texas, the Austin AWS Users Meetup, and the Cloud Austin Meetup. When I'm not working or org... Show more

Kerry Hazelton - better known as "Professor Kilroy" - has been involved in the technology and security industry for twenty-five years crafting his own version of "Protection Against the Dark Arts" with an extensive knowledge of information systems, data center operations, Cloud computing, digital forensics, and incident response. Ever the security enthusiast and a sucker for movie references, combined with a deep passion for teaching and mentoring; Kerry created the Cloud Forensics Workshop and CTF Challenge in 2017, which is a technical workshop that focuses on learning about the science of Cloud forensics and its real-world applications, followed by a Capture-the-Flag competition to gauge his students’ comprehension and critical-thinking skills by solving multiple forensic puzzles in a race against each other within the allotted amount of time.

He can be found posting his random thoughts on gaming, hacking, or life in general via X under the handle of @ProfKilroy.

Kerry Hazelton - better known as "Professor Kilroy" - has been involved in the technology and security industry for twenty-five years crafting his own version of "Protection Against the Dark Arts" with an extensive knowledge of information systems, d... Show more

Andrew Bolster aka Bolster

Andrew Bolster is a technologist, an award winning researcher, community leader, and an occasional public speaker.
As Head of Data Science at WhiteHat Security, he uses advanced data mining and machine learning techniques to provide adaptive cybersecurity for global brands at scale, and is building a community of practice around Data Science in Belfast.

Bolster’s academic works focused on the applications of Autonomous and Intelligent systems in defence and marine contexts, as well as emergent behaviours in distributed and decentralised systems, particularly focused on the application of social contagion theories of trust to make autonomous marine communication networks resilient to state-level interference.
He is a member of multiple AI Ethics groups and has taught on related subjects, including recent talks on AI explainability and the responsible use of machine learning in industry.

And when he's not teaching machines how to think, he is also a founding Director of Farset Labs, Northern Ireland’s Hackerspace, and a co-organiser of the InfosecNI, PyBelfast, and DataArtNI Meetup groups.

Andrew Bolster aka Bolster Andrew Bolster is a technologist, an award winning researcher, community leader, and an occasional public speaker. As Head of Data Science at WhiteHat Security, he uses advanced data mining and machine learning techni... Show more

Jorge is a developer advocate working at MongoDB. He started working for the M.I.T. in 1993 and has collaborated on many software projects since. Most of them were internally for HP, where he worked for more than 15 years. He focused on mobile development, from 2008 to 2018, when he extended his focus to some backend development again (mostly Rust & Go). He is passionate about software architecture and best practices. He was an instructor for some of the best developer bootcamps in the U.S.A. and Europe and occasionally delivers microservices and mobile development courses, training individual developers and the teams of some of the biggest companies worldwide. He is a keeb-junkie and IoT-curious, too.

Jorge is a developer advocate working at MongoDB. He started working for the M.I.T. in 1993 and has collaborated on many software projects since. Most of them were internally for HP, where he worked for more than 15 years. He focused on mobile devel... Show more

Solution Architect and AWS Certified x3 | Women in tech 🧑‍💻 and Mom of 3👶.💞 | User Group Leader AWS Girls CL🧑‍💻 | Community Builder and Podcaster.

Solution Architect and AWS Certified x3 | Women in tech 🧑‍💻 and Mom of 3👶.💞 | User Group Leader AWS Girls CL🧑‍💻 | Community Builder and Podcaster. Show more

Early on as a Marketing Director, I was a self-described conversion junkie. Nowadays, I love bringing technology and innovative thinking to complex business problems. For both, measurable results matter. Empathy and strategy are my superpowers that connect "hello world" to hello revenue using years of experience in Architecture, E-commerce, Engineering, Infrastructure, Marketing, & Sales. All in on AI and emerging real-world cognitive architectures.

Early on as a Marketing Director, I was a self-described conversion junkie. Nowadays, I love bringing technology and innovative thinking to complex business problems. For both, measurable results matter. Empathy and strategy are my superpowers that c... Show more

Amateur Photographer, Red Team Enthusiast

Amateur Photographer, Red Team Enthusiast Show more

Lenore Flower is an enthusiastic “data plumber” and co-organizer of the Power BI Washington, D.C. user group. Her technical experience includes Power BI, SQL, Azure Analysis Services, and a range of other tools to help D365 users meet their reporting and analytics ambitions.

Lenore holds an MBA from the University of Maryland, where she prioritized finance and tech coursework that aligned with her background in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis), accounting, and DQ&G (Data Quality and Governance). A passionate advocate for the "boring but essential" stuff, Lenore loves helping colleagues, customers and students learn how to build and optimize their own reports and data plumbing in addition to implementing herself.

When not building datasets and reports, Lenore can generally be found working on her blacksmithing skills, trying out her latest DIY project, or attempting to improve her French.

Lenore Flower is an enthusiastic “data plumber” and co-organizer of the Power BI Washington, D.C. user group. Her technical experience includes Power BI, SQL, Azure Analysis Services, and a range of other tools to help D365 users meet their reporting... Show more

Tiffany is a SharePoint solutions product owner with 20 years’ experience in Modern Workplace who began her career at Microsoft supporting Office 2003. At Avanade, she is the global tech lead for the Copilot Adoption Program and currently delivers prompt-a-thons and demonstrations for her clients. She has a deep understanding of the Workplace Experience market, the problems and opportunities it presents, and the solutions and services that Microsoft offers. Her industry experience spans across public and financial services, products, and resources, and she is a favorite amongst her peers for her ability to present content in a fun and engaging way.

Tiffany is a SharePoint solutions product owner with 20 years’ experience in Modern Workplace who began her career at Microsoft supporting Office 2003. At Avanade, she is the global tech lead for the Copilot Adoption Program and currently delivers pr... Show more

Hanif is a multi-disciplinary writer who has spent the last 3 years writing evergreen content for pro-innovation brands across various verticals in the Web2 and Web3 spaces. He writes web, marketing, social media, and technical content, teaches GenZs how to code (Web Development and Scratch), loves speaking to people and communities, and loves good food.

On some days, you'll find Hanif writing articles, while on others, he could be in multiple meetings, managing events, people, and making the internet a better place. On less hectic days, Hanif spends time playing FPS games, rollerskating, and attending/volunteering at tech communities/events.

Feel free to engage Hanif in conversations surrounding Tech, Software Development, GenZ, Web3, Writing, Growth, EduTech, Tech Events, Communities, Volunteering, Public Speaking, Product Management, Tech Careers, etc.

Here's his best Quote from an unknown wise source: "You're born weak, you'll die weak, but what you are in between is up to you".

Hanif is a multi-disciplinary writer who has spent the last 3 years writing evergreen content for pro-innovation brands across various verticals in the Web2 and Web3 spaces. He writes web, marketing, social media, and technical content, teaches GenZs... Show more

For more than a decade. I've been involved in the fascinating world of data! From SQL Server and SSIS, to Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Power BI, and more recently, Fabric. Day-to-day I'm a senior member of the data engineering team at Purple Frog Systems and in my spare time I run the Microsoft Data Platform Birmingham user group as well as my own blog.

Running a user group allows me to connect with amazing folks and either teach or learn from like-minded people. I've had the privilege of speaking at various user groups and conferences, giving back to the community wherever I can.

There's more to me than just data! I'm also the creator of the Data Luthier blog, where I talk all things tech and give a sneak peek into my other passion: guitars! Yup, I'm a total guitar geek – from playing to collecting, fixing, and even crafting my instruments.

For more than a decade. I've been involved in the fascinating world of data! From SQL Server and SSIS, to Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Power BI, and more recently, Fabric. Day-to-day I'm a senior member of the data engineering team at Purple Frog Sys... Show more

As the Founding Leader of Analytics Engineering at Braze, I’ve had the honor of pioneering our analytics engineering practice. My path is marked by a steadfast dedication to transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights that inform strategic decisions across all business units.

With a solid foundation in data engineering and a strategic eye for data science/AI application, I excel in building robust data infrastructures that meet immediate analytical needs and pave the way for future growth. My expertise with Snowflake data warehouses, dbt, and data organization development allows me to devise innovative and scalable solutions.

At Braze, I operate at the nexus of technology and business, collaborating with various teams—from analytics and data science to sales, marketing, and customer success. This cross-functional focus has sharpened my ability to articulate complex data concepts in ways that resonate with executive stakeholders and junior team members, nurturing a culture steeped in analytical decision-making.

My previous leadership roles at Airbnb and various startups have been pivotal in creating data organizations known for their innovation and excellence. My strategy often involves leveraging data marts, metrics/semantic layers, data observability, and data catalogs and empowering organizations to harness their data’s potential fully.

I am fervently passionate about the evolution of data analytics, focusing on delivering data warehouse architecture built for reporting and data activation through data apps and reporting. My ambition is to use my experience in analytics and data engineering to empower others to grow in their career, sharing my insights and experiences to motivate and guide others in this dynamic field.

Let’s connect and delve into how we can harness the transformative power of data together.

As the Founding Leader of Analytics Engineering at Braze, I’ve had the honor of pioneering our analytics engineering practice. My path is marked by a steadfast dedication to transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights that inform strate... Show more

I am a Power Platform who is passionate about building community, have a podcast where I help spread awareness about the capabilities of Microsoft Power Platform, a Youtuber, a Microsoft Student Ambassador and a Power Platform developer at a Microsoft Partner Company.

I am a Power Platform who is passionate about building community, have a podcast where I help spread awareness about the capabilities of Microsoft Power Platform, a Youtuber, a Microsoft Student Ambassador and a Power Platform developer at a Microsof... Show more

My main role is as a single mom to an amazing little boy. I started out on a help desk over 20 years ago while still in high school. I've now worked my way up to Systems Architect for CNC Software, Inc., the makers of Mastercam.

These days I work supporting and building solutions in Microsoft 365. It's amazing to see how you can utilize all of the tools within M365 to streamline business processes. I love showing others what can be accomplished with with M365, it's one of the favorite parts of my job!

My main role is as a single mom to an amazing little boy. I started out on a help desk over 20 years ago while still in high school. I've now worked my way up to Systems Architect for CNC Software, Inc., the makers of Mastercam. These days I wo... Show more

I have an MA in cultural studies, but I work as a kindergarten teacher. Tolkien was/is my first love, and I haven't cared much for Marvel until I met my Thor.
I love reading, boardgames, quizzes, arts & crafts and karaoke (try me at your own peril) and have two beautiful children (I promise pics only on request).

I have an MA in cultural studies, but I work as a kindergarten teacher. Tolkien was/is my first love, and I haven't cared much for Marvel until I met my Thor. I love reading, boardgames, quizzes, arts & crafts and karaoke (try me at your own peril)... Show more

Andy started his career as an electronic warfare and operations specialist in fast attack submarines. After ten years there, he spent several years working in the telecoms industry, working with various providers, vendors, and cloud use cases. Prior to joining Silo AI, he worked as a consultant for a few years, helping multiple industries modernize their delivery pipelines and transition to cloud and cloud-native processes and practices. He has worked in (and under) all corners of the globe. This vast experience has taught him to keep an open mind, look for all points of view, and find innovative solutions. Andy's professional journey is guided by the principle of prioritizing humans over technology and always asking the question, "What's in it for the people?”

Andy started his career as an electronic warfare and operations specialist in fast attack submarines. After ten years there, he spent several years working in the telecoms industry, working with various providers, vendors, and cloud use cases. Prior ... Show more

Jordan Miller is an autodidact, a she/her, a modern dev, a dev for the millennium. She enjoys cats, clojure(script) and community building. Sometimes known by her online pseudonym "Lambduhh" she is edutainment content creator, podcast host, conference speaker and organizer. She resides in St Petersburg , FL where you may catch her hula hooping at the skate park, doing aerial dance, or inspiring others by producing instructional technical content on multiple platforms. Here are some places to find her content https://linktr.ee/lambduhhh

Jordan Miller is an autodidact, a she/her, a modern dev, a dev for the millennium. She enjoys cats, clojure(script) and community building. Sometimes known by her online pseudonym "Lambduhh" she is edutainment content creator, podcast host, conferen... Show more

I am a seasoned entrepreneur, mentor, and developer with over 9 years of experience in AI, business marketing, and real estate. I am the CEO and Lead Trainer at Casperjoe Media, a digital consulting company, and the founder of CORI AI. My ventures focus on innovative AI-driven platforms and digital marketing strategies. CORI AI has generated over $50,000 in seed funding and $3,000 in revenue showcasing its impact and success in the market.

As a Google Skillshop Mentor with UpSkill Digital, I have empowered over 500 entrepreneurs in sub-Saharan Africa, helping them leverage Google digital tools and AI solutions to achieve a combined business growth of over $5 million. Additionally, I serve as a Business Mentor with UpSkill Digital (a Google partner in the United Kingdom) through the Google Hustle Academy for sub-Saharan Africa, mentoring entrepreneurs in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa.

In 2019, I worked with Grow with Google, where I helped numerous individuals and businesses improve their digital skills and online presence. I have also earned a certificate in AI, further enhancing my expertise and ability to develop cutting-edge solutions.

Throughout my entrepreneurial journey, I have equipped over 10,000 people with digital marketing skills and mentored over 1,000 individuals in the cryptocurrency space. I am passionate about using entrepreneurship to alleviate poverty and create economic prosperity in Nigeria and beyond.

While I am proud of my entrepreneurial achievements, I am currently open to new speaking engagements where I can leverage my expertise in AI, digital marketing, and business development to drive growth and innovation. My mission is to use technology and entrepreneurship to foster economic prosperity and improve lives.

I am a seasoned entrepreneur, mentor, and developer with over 9 years of experience in AI, business marketing, and real estate. I am the CEO and Lead Trainer at Casperjoe Media, a digital consulting company, and the founder of CORI AI. My ventures fo... Show more

Dallas Jackson, the founder of Humaneering, is not your typical coach or trainer. She's the kind of person who believes in humanity before processes, and her journey in the world of Agile principles is as unique as she is. She's a coach, a practitioner, a methodologist, and a mentor, all rolled into one. She's the Swiss Army knife of agility, providing teams with the support they need, no matter what challenges they face.

Dallas embarked on the journey of founding Humaneering with a key focus in mind—to ensure that humans take the center stage in decision-making and processes across every facet of business. But it doesn't stop there. Humaneering also places a strong emphasis on sustainability, recognizing that a humane approach to business goes hand in hand with responsible and enduring practices for the planet. In a world where profit often takes precedence, Dallas and Humaneering champion a brighter, more balanced future where people and the environment thrive alongside business success.

In her previous life, Dallas was the Enterprise Coach at Whole Foods Market, where she focused on bringing agility to the forefront of the organization, coaching teams of all shapes and sizes to work with more agility. Whether it's HR, Accounting and Finance or the oldie but goodie, Technology, Dallas has shared her Agile expertise, witnessing teams undergo remarkable transformations.

But here's the twist – Dallas doesn't leave her Agile principles at the office. Nope, they follow her home too. Her household is a living testament to agility, complete with a Kanban board for her teenagers and inspect and adapt conversations around the clock. Dallas is not your typical Agile practitioner. She's a trailblazer in bringing agility into the world of non-profits, with a particular focus on industries and methods crucial to our planet's future—circular economy and organizations focused on our climate crisis. Her expertise extends far beyond the traditional Agile settings, demonstrating that agility can revolutionize even the most unconventional organizations and environments.

But what sets Dallas apart is her unwavering belief that every meaningful journey begins with that crucial first step in the right direction. She's on a mission to drive change, one agile step at a time, in industries where the stakes couldn't be higher.

Dallas Jackson, the founder of Humaneering, is not your typical coach or trainer. She's the kind of person who believes in humanity before processes, and her journey in the world of Agile principles is as unique as she is. She's a coach, a practition... Show more

David is a technologist practicing at the intersection of computing and culture. He has worked on problems related to digital identity, reproducible data science, and software preservation, exhibited interdisciplinary art across Europe and the United States, and taught at Stevens Institute of Technology and the Illinois Institute of Art. He currently opines on technology in the public interest at Beyond the Frame and applies those ideas as the CTO of Yorba.

David is a technologist practicing at the intersection of computing and culture. He has worked on problems related to digital identity, reproducible data science, and software preservation, exhibited interdisciplinary art across Europe and the United... Show more

I'm helping organizations as a Scrum master, a Product Owner or a Coach since 2008.
Deeply involved in the french agile community, I've been a member of the organization committee of several conferences (the last 3 ScrumDay editions, then Lean Kanban France / FlowCon since 2016).
I'm also a board games and serious games lover, and I've been part of the development of Kanbanzine, a french Kanban simulation.

I'm helping organizations as a Scrum master, a Product Owner or a Coach since 2008. Deeply involved in the french agile community, I've been a member of the organization committee of several conferences (the last 3 ScrumDay editions, then Lean Kanba... Show more

I write and create on the internet.

I write and create on the internet. Show more

As a published children's book author, speaker, and NFT enthusiast, I have a knack for simplifying complex concepts, and create engaging stories to inspire others. I believe in the power of taking action and showing kindness, and I hope to inspire positivity in others.

As a published children's book author, speaker, and NFT enthusiast, I have a knack for simplifying complex concepts, and create engaging stories to inspire others. I believe in the power of taking action and showing kindness, and I hope to inspire po... Show more

Passionate Architect!!! Tracy (Trac) Bannon is a Sr. Principal with MITRE. She is an accomplished software architect, engineer, and researcher specializing in applying AI/ML and Generative AI to the software development lifecycle. Trac's work is at the intersection of pioneering software practices and transformative leadership in technology.

She’s passionate about community building and knowledge sharing. Trac is a long-time advocate for diversity in technology, helping to narrow the gaps as a mentor, sponsor, volunteer, and friend.

Ms. Bannon is a featured industry speaker, blogger, author, and accomplished podcaster including 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀. She is a senior member of the IEEE.

Passionate Architect!!! Tracy (Trac) Bannon is a Sr. Principal with MITRE. She is an accomplished software architect, engineer, and researcher specializing in applying AI/ML and Generative AI to the software development lifecycle. Trac's work is at... Show more

Matthew Castilla is a professional musician turned Technology professional. Starting with music degrees, life took a turn and shifted his journey in a completely unexpected direction. Matt is currently a Senior Software QA Analyst working for Intuit Mailchimp. He has also served as a lead for the Atlanta portion of the black ERG called HUES. In addition to this work, he currently reports to the company’s senior leadership team as a co-founder and member of its DEI committee. He has authored articles on cultural change, taught courses on ethnographic material surrounding music, and spoken as a spiritual advisor to communities in need.

Matthew Castilla is a professional musician turned Technology professional. Starting with music degrees, life took a turn and shifted his journey in a completely unexpected direction. Matt is currently a Senior Software QA Analyst working for Intuit ... Show more

South African born, UK resident, Mike is a Mechanical Design Engineer & spent 20 years as a Draughtsman in the Dairy industry, a Project Technician & ran the drawing office for NCD/Clover Dairies. At Toyota, he worked as a mechanical designer in body in white. He moved to the UK in 2001, spent 7 years creating & designing 3D technical models.
He continued his studies in IT & enhanced his developer & web design skills at Halesowen College.
At age 50, in 2008 Mike jumped tracks & began a new career as IT Manager & NAV implementation project leader for SSI Schaefer in Andover, England. With the NAV project successfully implemented, he moved to Evosoft as support office manager, then to Sci-Net in Oxford as a consultant & then to KPMG for a three year corporate engagement.
As the Dynamics 365 Solution Architect for Experience/GCC for almost 3 years - now Global Solutions Architect for Dynavics, Mike has implemented multiple D365 solutions for a range of customers in a variety of industries in the UK.

South African born, UK resident, Mike is a Mechanical Design Engineer & spent 20 years as a Draughtsman in the Dairy industry, a Project Technician & ran the drawing office for NCD/Clover Dairies. At Toyota, he worked as a mechanical designer in body... Show more

I'm a Dubai-based Hungarian Google Developer Expert for Flutter & Dart, working as a Staff Mobile Software Engineer leading the Flutter migration at talabat, the largest food delivery app in the Middle East.

Additionally, I co-organize the Flutter Abu Dhabi and Dubai community. 💙🇦🇪

I enjoy sharing my knowledge by mentoring developers, speaking at conferences and meetups, and teaching students in Hungary's first Flutter University class. 🎓

I'm a Dubai-based Hungarian Google Developer Expert for Flutter & Dart, working as a Staff Mobile Software Engineer leading the Flutter migration at talabat, the largest food delivery app in the Middle East. Additionally, I co-organize the Flutter... Show more

Trezy comes from the consulting arena, helping tech startups get their engineering game faces on for over a decade. He’s also a serial open source maintainer with a penchant for JavaScript, CSS, and DevOps.

Trezy comes from the consulting arena, helping tech startups get their engineering game faces on for over a decade. He’s also a serial open source maintainer with a penchant for JavaScript, CSS, and DevOps. Show more

Madrilenian with argentinian accent. Currently working on promoting a sovereign european cloud, OpenSource advocate, with some interest on Mechanical Keyboards and stuck in 90's music. Previously @Codemotion & @Mozilla. I believe in an Open Web.

Madrilenian with argentinian accent. Currently working on promoting a sovereign european cloud, OpenSource advocate, with some interest on Mechanical Keyboards and stuck in 90's music. Previously @Codemotion & @Mozilla. I believe in an Open Web. Show more

I am an independent Microsoft 365 & Copilot Adoption Specialist based in Austria. I help teams master collaboration with Microsoft 365 and Copilot.

❤️ My passions are Collaboration, Communication, Governance, and Content Creation.

📈 My journey in the IT field started with my master's degree in System Engineering at Universidad del Norte in Colombia. Since 2013, I have worked with Microsoft Technologies in dual roles as IT Pro and Adoption Specialist.

When I am not working with teams and Microsoft 365, you can find me teaching kids how to code with Micro:bit (tiny microcomputers).

I am an independent Microsoft 365 & Copilot Adoption Specialist based in Austria. I help teams master collaboration with Microsoft 365 and Copilot. ❤️ My passions are Collaboration, Communication, Governance, and Content Creation. 📈 My journ... Show more