Mark Heckler, MBA is the Senior Director of Field Engineering at Moderne.
He has worked with key players in numerous industries and organizations to develop, deliver, and maintain critical capabilities securely, on time, and on budget. Mark is an open source contributor, author of Spring Boot: Up and Running (https://bit.ly/springbootbook), and a licensed, instrument-rated pilot.

Mark Heckler, MBA is the Senior Director of Field Engineering at Moderne. He has worked with key players in numerous industries and organizations to develop, deliver, and maintain critical capabilities securely, on time, and on budget. Mark is an o... Show more

Ricardo leads the developer relations team at Redis. He built a successful career in DevRel working for companies such as AWS, Elastic, and Confluent.

Before DevRel, he had built deep expertise in distributed systems, databases, and data streaming over the past 20 years. Ricardo's career began with a decade-long focus on software engineering, coding with Java, and mastering development best practices. After this, he shifted his focus to solution architecture. In this role, he specialized in databases, in-memory data grids, and big data systems.

Ricardo leads the developer relations team at Redis. He built a successful career in DevRel working for companies such as AWS, Elastic, and Confluent. Before DevRel, he had built deep expertise in distributed systems, databases, and data streaming... Show more

Craig Walls is an engineer with Broadcom, Java Champion, Alexa Champion, and the author of Spring AI in Action, Spring in Action, and Build Talking Apps. He's a zealous promoter of the Spring Framework, speaking frequently at local user groups and conferences and writing about Spring, Alexa, and Generative AI. When he's not slinging code, Craig is planning his next trip to Disney World or Disneyland and spending as much time as he can with his wife, two daughters, 1 bird and 2 dogs.

Craig Walls is an engineer with Broadcom, Java Champion, Alexa Champion, and the author of Spring AI in Action, Spring in Action, and Build Talking Apps. He's a zealous promoter of the Spring Framework, speaking frequently at local user groups and co... Show more

Solution architect from Norway with a passion for vintage clothing and good customer experiences. Guro has worked for 10+ years with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. Her background is varied, with experience in retail, fashion, financial services, marketing, and event management.
Guro is part of organizing multiple community events, such as the Nordic Summit.

Solution architect from Norway with a passion for vintage clothing and good customer experiences. Guro has worked for 10+ years with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. Her background is varied, with experience in retail, fashion, financial services... Show more

Mustafa Bolat is a Microsoft MVP in Excel and a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) with over 15 years of experience in data analytics, Excel, SQL, and Power BI.

He has trained more than 100,000 professionals in over 1,500 companies, authored the book Excel’in Kök Hücresi, and published top-viewed SQL and Power BI courses.
As the founder of BYMMB Bilgi Akademisi, Mustafa is passionate about empowering individuals and organizations to become data-driven.

He regularly speaks at events, delivers bootcamps, and creates content for a community of over half a million learners worldwide.

Mustafa Bolat is a Microsoft MVP in Excel and a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) with over 15 years of experience in data analytics, Excel, SQL, and Power BI. He has trained more than 100,000 professionals in over 1,500 companies, authored the bo... Show more

Ambili is a Principal Consultant in Analytics with Rittman Mead Consulting LTD with an industry experience of around 19 years. Her special focus is on Oracle Analytics, Oracle Digital Assistant, Oracle Database, Big Data and Graph DB primarily. Ambili is a passionate trainer who has trained many batches in Oracle DB development, Oracle Big Data and Oracle Analytics Cloud as a passion. Ambili has been a frequent Speaker at various international Oracle user group conferences since 2017 and is certified as an Oracle Cloud Platform Enterprise Analytics Professional, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Digital Assistant Professional and Oracle Certified Professional in Oracle Database Development. She is also a certified associate in Oracle Machine Learning using Autonomous Database, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and Oracle Cloud Data Management. She has also been actively blogging and taking frequent webinars in her organisation forums.
In her own words, she is an IT Professional by career, a Speaker by passion and an Artist by soul!

Ambili is a Principal Consultant in Analytics with Rittman Mead Consulting LTD with an industry experience of around 19 years. Her special focus is on Oracle Analytics, Oracle Digital Assistant, Oracle Database, Big Data and Graph DB primarily. Ambil... Show more

Shakir Majeed Khan / SMK ( MCT) has been into PowerPlatform / SharePoint / Office365 evangelism from 15+ years. Starting his career in 2007, he quickly switched to SharePoint technology in 2008. From there onwards, he spends days in and out working and advocating for Microsoft Technologies. Shakir has presented in numerous events such as

Singapore Power Platform User Group,
Melbourne D365 and power platform User Group,
Adelaide Office 365 User Group,
Sydney PowerApps Flow User Group,
M365 Friday California,
SWISS Power Platform 365 Saturday,
M365 Chicago,
Office365 Virtual Marathon,
Light up Conference,
Global Automation Bootcamp,
Power Platform Pakistan
Global Power Platform Bootcamp - Pakistan,
SharePoint Techies UserGroup,
SharePoint Saturday Dubai,
SharePoint Saturday Srilanka,
Microsoft Reactor events,
Microsoft Innovation Center Karachi
PAF-KIET,
University of Technology Sydney (UTS),
Macquire University,
Muhammad Ali Jinnah University (MAJU),
Department of computer Science (UBIT-KU),
FAST University

He is an active contributor on his Blogs (http://shakirmajeed.com/) and YouTube (https://tinyurl.com/SMKGeekSpeak)

Shakir Majeed Khan / SMK ( MCT) has been into PowerPlatform / SharePoint / Office365 evangelism from 15+ years. Starting his career in 2007, he quickly switched to SharePoint technology in 2008. From there onwards, he spends days in and out working a... Show more

Originally from the Philadelphia area, Sean is a Microsoft MVP with 15+ years of experience as a technical leader across commercial, non-profit, and federal clients. He's currently the VP of Innovation and Products at SCT Software; prior to that, he spent many years in consulting leading teams and leaders. He once completed a modernization project that industry analysts called "more complex than the moon landing". He has also been a trainer for the CSD Certification via ScrumAlliance and for the ICP-TST/ATA certifications via ICAgile. Aside from loving his work way too much, there's a good chance he's enjoying/stressing about being a new dad, sipping great beer, exploring the Arlington area, or singing somewhere. You can find him on Twitter at @sjkilleen or blogging not nearly often enough at SeanKilleen.com. He doesn't bite; say hi!

Originally from the Philadelphia area, Sean is a Microsoft MVP with 15+ years of experience as a technical leader across commercial, non-profit, and federal clients. He's currently the VP of Innovation and Products at SCT Software; prior to that, he ... Show more

Francesco Marinoni Moretto is a senior technology executive with over 20 years of experience. As Marketing Director & Lead AI Architect at Netinet in Milan since 2023, he develops AI-powered solutions and leads AI-assisted software development initiatives.

Francesco created two open-source frameworks addressing AI reliability: Stream Coding, a documentation-first methodology for AI-accelerated development (www.stream-coding.com) , and Clarity Gate, a pre-ingestion verification system for RAG epistemic quality (https://github.com/frmoretto/clarity-gate). Both emerge from a single thesis: "LLMs don't need help, they need clear and excellent documentation." Stream Coding is validated through git-verified production-ready systems including a complete backend built in 1.5 days after 5 weeks preparation. Clarity Gate addresses the "confident plausible falsehoods" problem in RAG systems, achieving 19-25% improvement on mid-tier models in benchmark testing.

Francesco is Practice Leader at N1AI, a 400+ member professional group, and presents regularly at Milan AI events including AI Tinkerers and Aperitivo AI. Since 2008, he has been an Italian evangelist for CiviCRM.

Francesco Marinoni Moretto is a senior technology executive with over 20 years of experience. As Marketing Director & Lead AI Architect at Netinet in Milan since 2023, he develops AI-powered solutions and leads AI-assisted software development initia... Show more

Onyi Anyado is an internationally acclaimed Leadership Speaker, Futurist, and Corporate Trainer renowned for his dynamic keynotes and bespoke training programs. With a global footprint that spans Canada, Norway, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the USA, and Nigeria, Onyi empowers organisations and leaders to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Drawing from his powerful life story and legacy titled 'From Detention to Distinction', Onyi delivers transformative insights on future thinking, leadership development, and the evolving dynamics of the workplace. His clients include world-class organisations such as Barclays, EY, Qiddiya, and Diriyah Company.

Whether on stage or in the boardroom, Onyi delivers thought-provoking content with clarity and impact equipping today’s leaders to lead with discipline, distinction and disruption.

Onyi has called 2026 'The Year of Intentional Distinction'.

Onyi Anyado is an internationally acclaimed Leadership Speaker, Futurist, and Corporate Trainer renowned for his dynamic keynotes and bespoke training programs. With a global footprint that spans Canada, Norway, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the USA, a... Show more

Linda is a Strategic Advisor specializing in the field of enterprise innovation. She is co-founder and MD at Experience One, a digital agency focusing on innovative technologies for designing and scaling new and better CX for companies like Mercedes-Benz, BOSCH, AOK and FI. She focuses on strategic consulting and positioning of changemakers as well as in the implementation of customer centric change programs to create a sustainable culture of innovation. She benefits from her many years of experience in rollout and architecture consulting for the major digital platforms of large enterprises.

Linda is a Strategic Advisor specializing in the field of enterprise innovation. She is co-founder and MD at Experience One, a digital agency focusing on innovative technologies for designing and scaling new and better CX for companies like Mercedes-... Show more

Joshua Johnson is an American technology executive who serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of TREE Industries, a company founded in September 2017 and headquartered in Washington, Missouri, specializing in sustainable AI innovation to address environmental challenges through ethical, eco-friendly artificial intelligence solutions focused on accessibility, privacy, and open-source technologies. As CTO since the company's inception, Johnson architects next-generation emerging technologies and AI solutions, leading TREE Industries' efforts to integrate sustainability first principles into AI development for global problem-solving, including advancements in voice-powered tools, 3D avatars with open-source AI assistants, and collaborative virtual beings. His notable public contributions, documented since 2017, include spearheading the release of TREE's first video game, Ultimate Disc Golf, in December 2019; developing a voice-powered virtual production tool using Unreal Engine and open-source AI in February 2020; creating the first 3D avatars integrated with the Mycroft AI assistant in March 2021; launching a desktop control skill for Mycroft AI in June 2021; and developing BlenderGPT, an AI tool for generative 3D modeling, which was featured in NVIDIA's 2023 SIGGRAPH keynote, all emphasizing ethical and environmentally conscious tech innovation. Johnson is further distinguished in the field by his role in collaborations, such as TREE Industries' partnership with Fable on AI-driven projects, and his co-founding of Geppetto AI to advance real-time AI applications.

Joshua Johnson's early career in the technology sector began with roles focused on web development and software engineering, laying the foundation for his later work in AI and sustainable technologies. Alongside his role at TREE Industries, he founded and continues to lead eClarity Web Solutions, where he serves as CEO, assisting businesses and individuals in developing modern content management system (CMS)-powered websites. In this position, Johnson specialized in technologies such as Joomla!, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, PHP, Flash AS3, and HTML5, gaining expertise in web design and development over several years.These early experiences honed his skills in programming and digital solutions, enabling him to tackle more complex technical challenges in subsequent roles. Although specific timelines for his initial positions are not widely documented, his work at eClarity represented a key period of skill development in software engineering and client-facing tech services before transitioning to executive leadership in AI innovation.

Leadership at TREE Industries

Joshua Johnson was appointed as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of TREE Industries upon its founding in September 2017, where he has led the technical direction since inception. In this executive role, Johnson has focused on initial team-building efforts and aligning the company's technological vision with sustainable AI goals aimed at addressing environmental challenges through ethical and eco-friendly solutions. Key leadership milestones under Johnson's tenure include overseeing the expansion of research and development (R&D) activities from 2018 onward, such as the company's joining of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce in February 2018 to foster industry collaborations and the development of innovative AI tools, including a voice-powered virtual production tool using Unreal Engine and open-source AI in February 2020. By 2021, his strategic guidance contributed to further R&D growth, exemplified by the creation of 3D avatars integrated with Mycroft AI in March 2021, the release of a desktop control skill for Mycroft AI in June 2021, and the prototyping of an AI virtual being capable of real-time 3D art generation in August 2021 as part of TREE Industries' entry into The Culture DAO. These efforts highlight Johnson's role in hiring key engineers and forming partnerships with environmental and tech organizations to scale sustainable AI initiatives. Johnson's strategic initiatives have emphasized eco-friendly practices, including the implementation of sustainable operations in data centers and AI development processes, though specific budgets remain undisclosed in public records. His leadership has driven organizational growth, positioning TREE Industries as a leader in green AI technologies headquartered in Washington, Missouri.

Innovations in AI Sustainability

As CTO of TREE Industries, Joshua Johnson leads efforts to integrate sustainability principles into AI development, focusing on ethical and eco-friendly artificial intelligence solutions.

Key Projects and Initiatives:

Joshua Johnson has led several AI-driven projects at TREE Industries since joining as CTO in 2017, aligning with the company's vision for sustainable AI innovation to address environmental challenges through ethical and eco-friendly solutions. One notable initiative is the development of Ultimate Disc Golf, a video game incorporating AI and machine learning elements, launched in December 2019. This project aimed to advance accessible gaming technologies while exploring AI applications in simulation and real-time environments, with Johnson discussing its integration of AI for enhanced user experiences during a 2020 podcast interview. The effort contributed to TREE Industries' broader portfolio in ethical AI for entertainment, though specific environmental impact metrics were not publicly detailed. In 2021, Johnson oversaw the creation of DeepSpeech-based automatic speech systems for games, focusing on open-source AI to enable voice interactions in virtual environments. This initiative sought to promote affordable and privacy-focused AI tools, developed as part of TREE's commitment to socially responsible technology, with outcomes including prototypes for real-time 3D art creation. The project underscored ethical considerations in AI deployment for gaming industries.[More recently, in 2024, Johnson collaborated with Fable on an AI project bringing the Sam Altman saga to life through advanced chatbots, emphasizing innovative storytelling via eco-friendly AI practices. According to a Forbes article, these chatbots represented non-traditional applications, highlighting TREE Industries' role in sustainable AI collaborations that minimize computational waste. The partnership demonstrated measurable advancements in ethical AI for narrative simulations. Additionally, under Johnson's leadership, TREE Industries advanced the Unreal Agent plugin in 2025, an open-source AI copilot for Unreal Engine 5 that automates tasks like level design and content generation to optimize development workflows. This tool aims to reduce energy-intensive manual processes, supporting green AI goals through efficient, real-time integrations, with its GitHub release fostering community-driven sustainable innovations.

Industry Influence:

Joshua Johnson has exerted influence in the sustainable AI sector through his thought leadership and participation in high-profile industry events. As CTO of TREE Industries, he spoke at the AI Film and Games Festival in San Francisco in 2023 and GatherVerse Summit 2025.This engagement underscores his role in promoting ethical AI practices that align with environmental goals, as TREE Industries emphasizes "Sustainability First" in its operations. In advisory capacities, Johnson serves as the Interoperability Committee Lead at The Culture DAO since April 2022, contributing to standards development in emerging technologies, including AI interoperability that supports sustainable applications. Johnson's contributions extend to open-source initiatives that advance sustainable AI tools. Under his technical guidance at TREE Industries, the company developed and released open-source projects such as 3D avatars integrated with Mycroft AI, a voice-powered virtual production tool using Unreal Engine and open-source AI, and a desktop control skill for Mycroft, all launched between 2020 and 2021 to make advanced technologies more accessible and environmentally responsible. These efforts have been adopted in communities focused on conversational AI, promoting energy-efficient offline processing solutions that reduce computational waste. Additionally, TREE's early involvement in open-source speech systems like DeepSpeech has influenced game development and AI applications with lower environmental footprints.Through these activities, Johnson has shaped industry discussions on sustainable AI, as evidenced by his commentary in media outlets like Forbes, where he highlighted innovative AI collaborations that prioritize ethical and eco-friendly advancements. His work has contributed to TREE Industries' promotion of AI adoption among local businesses via chamber of commerce memberships, fostering wider sectoral shifts toward sustainability.

Joshua Johnson is an American technology executive who serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of TREE Industries, a company founded in September 2017 and headquartered in Washington, Missouri, specializing in sustainable AI innovation to addr... Show more

Grace Okubo uses strategic foresight to tackle complex problems for organisations.

Grace Okubo uses strategic foresight to tackle complex problems for organisations. Show more

Sven Seiler holds the position of Managing Director at Storm Reply GmbH, a trailblazer in the field of cloud software development and strategic cloud consulting. Built upon a solid academic foundation, he has spent several years delving deep into cloud computing, Internet of Things, and mobility technologies.

As the Managing Director of Storm Reply, he leads an array of teams that tackle various facets of software development and modernization, cloud migrations, and cloud consulting - all grounded in Amazon Web Services.

Outside of work, Sven is not only a co-founder and active participant in the AWS User Groups in Dortmund and Düsseldorf, but he also co-organizes the AWS Community Day DACH. In these communities, he enthusiastically shares his expertise and experiences with like-minded individuals. Moreover, he regularly participates in hackathons to evaluate and explore new technologies and forward-thinking topics, initiatives he organizes alongside his colleagues.

Furthermore, Sven is passionate about integrating cloud computing more effectively into academic education. He frequently supervises academic work on the subject and, in collaboration with Bochum University, organizes a "Cloud School." Through these efforts, he aims to shape the next generation of cloud experts and raise awareness for this pivotal technology.

Sven Seiler holds the position of Managing Director at Storm Reply GmbH, a trailblazer in the field of cloud software development and strategic cloud consulting. Built upon a solid academic foundation, he has spent several years delving deep into clo... Show more

Maroš Kutschy works as a QA Technical Lead at Ness Digital Engineering in Košice, Slovakia. His focus is on automation testing and leadership. His hobby involves enhancing both his soft and hard skills, including technical and core competencies. He is a public speaker at conferences and speaks about negotiation, habits, and communication in software testing and development in agile teams. He was speaking at conferences in Prague, Tallinn, Leipzig, Budapest, Cracow, Munich, Vienna, Bucharest, Bratislava, Sofia, Copenhagen , Frankfurt, and Malaga. He likes exercising in the gym, reading books and listening to audiobooks about leadership, business, and management, and attending basketball matches where his two sons are playing.

In 2021 I was speaking at:
- Testingmind Test Automation & Digital QA Virtual Summit 2021 – Session about ‘Visual UI testing with Percy’ - Online
- SEETEST 2021 Conference - Session about ‘Visual UI testing with Percy’ - Online
- PNSQC2021 Conference - Session about ‘Visual UI testing with Percy’ - Online

In 2022 I was speaking at:
- Automation Guild 2022 Conference – Session about ‘Automation Testing Mindset and Habits’ Online
- Testing United 2022 Conference in Prague, Czech Republic – Session about ‘Visual UI testing with Percy’
session recording: https://vimeo.com/695473694
- Nordic Testing Days 2022 Conference in Tallinn, Estonia – Session about ‘Automation Visual UI Testing’
session recording: https://youtu.be/3eI8OLWoBLA?si=crgefiJTjFWfZDAj
- UNICOM - Agile, DevOps and Testing: People, process and technology – Session about ‘Analysis of 'Automation Test Results' – Online
- TACON 2022 Conference in Leipzig, Germany – Session about ‘Stoic Automation Testing’
- Testing Stage 2022 Conference – Session about ‘Analysis of 'Automation Test Results' – Online
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47GghEIcjK0&t=1514s
- HUSTEF 2022 Conference in Budapest, Hungary – Session about ‘Stoic Automation Testing’
session recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vhx19cpvJ_g&t=950s
- Test Dive 2022 Conference in Cracow, Poland - Session about ‘Stoic Automation Testing’
session recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c47e6chcPrg

In 2023 I was speaking at:
- Automation Guild 2023 Conference – Session about ‘How to Train Your Automation Engineer’ Online
- Software Quality Days 2023 Conference in Munich, Germany – Session about ‘Stoic Automation Testing’
- HalfStack Vienna 2023 Conference in Vienna, Austria - Session about ‘Stoic Automation Testing’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htKKeVrY0Po
- SEETEST 2023 in Bucharest, Romania – Session about ‘How to Test Digital Twins’
- SANAE BEER.EX 2023 in Bratislava, Slovakia – Session about ‘How to Test Digital Twins’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rmpt_O3190M&t=682s
- 10th UCAAT - User Conference on Advanced Automated Testing - online presentation, session about 'How to Test Digital Twins'

In 2024 I was speaking at:
- ‘QA Challenge Accepted 2024’ Conference in Sofia, Bulgaria, talk about ‘Artificial Intelligence in Automation Testing’ https://www.youtube.com/live/vxsYpfqLKDA
- ‘Test Dive 2024’ Conference in Cracow, Poland, talk about ‘Artificial Intelligence in Automation Testing’
- 'Danish Software Testing Board Conference - Test & Kvalitet 2024' Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, talk about 'Nonviolent Communication in Software Testing'
- 'Software-QS-Tag 2024' Conference in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, talk about 'Nonviolent Communication in Software Testing'

In 2025 I was speaking at:
- 'Stackconf 2025' Conference in Munich, Germany, talk about 'The Power of Small Habits in Agile Teams'
- 'J On the Beach 2025' Conference in Malaga, Spain, talk about 'The Power of Small Habits in Agile Teams' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BktGIZPG5Z8&t=276s

Maroš Kutschy works as a QA Technical Lead at Ness Digital Engineering in Košice, Slovakia. His focus is on automation testing and leadership. His hobby involves enhancing both his soft and hard skills, including technical and core competencies. He i... Show more

Domagoj Marić graduated from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing in Zagreb, where he initially specialized in the field of information security, while towards the end of his studies, he shifted more deeply into the field of data science with a focus on web content extraction (web scraping/crawling). He began his business career at Megatrend poslovna rješenja, where he worked on the development of Python applications and data solutions with a focus on creating virtual assistants and later as the head of the data science department. That role continued through his career at Comping. Today, he works at Pontis Technology as the AI customer delivery manager, leading the delivery of projects in the area of natural language processing, computer vision, predictive analytics and generative AI. In addition to responsibilities in the data science domain, he also has experience and works as a lecturer in the field of programming.

Domagoj Marić graduated from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing in Zagreb, where he initially specialized in the field of information security, while towards the end of his studies, he shifted more deeply into the field of data scien... Show more

Data Analyst with experience in People Analytics, BI, and Data Engineering. Passionate about transforming data into impactful decisions using tools like Power BI, SQL, Python, and Azure. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Data Science (UNIR) and part of the organizing team at Power Platform Madrid. I gave my first technical talk at W4TT, co-presenting on AI in Power Query. Committed to continuous learning and sharing knowledge within the tech community.

Data Analyst with experience in People Analytics, BI, and Data Engineering. Passionate about transforming data into impactful decisions using tools like Power BI, SQL, Python, and Azure. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Data Science (UNIR) a... Show more

Mable Barbara Amuron is a researcher examining the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital culture, and society, with a focus on misinformation and disinformation. Drawing on her editorial and literary background, she investigates how AI systems shape the creation and perception of information online. Her work explores the risks of AI-driven mis/disinformation, such as deepfakes, automated content, and
algorithmic amplification, and their effects on public trust and democracy. Through interdisciplinary research, Mable analyses the ethical, social, and technical dimensions of emerging technologies while advocating for transparency, accountability, and equitable access to information. Her expertise spans
misinformation studies, election analyses, AI and society, and research communication, combining critical analysis with ethical storytelling to promote informed and resilient communities.

Mable Barbara Amuron is a researcher examining the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital culture, and society, with a focus on misinformation and disinformation. Drawing on her editorial and literary background, she investigates how AI sys... Show more

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven track record of implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations solutions across diverse industries.

I am passionate about streamlining business processes, enhancing service innovation, and enabling customer value. I have successfully led and contributed to multiple projects involving finance, operations, supply chain, and retail modules, using agile methodologies and Six Sigma tools. I am also skilled in Microsoft products and business analysis, and I constantly seek to expand my knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving field of Microsoft Dynamics 365.

As a Senior Manager at Protiviti, I leverage my 12+ years of experience in ERP consulting to deliver hands-on application expertise to key stakeholders. I am a Microsoft MVP (Business Application) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), with a proven tra... Show more

Ynte Jan Kuindersma is a Senior Technology Advisor and Developer at BIRD Automation.
He is a longtime freelance developer of database-driven applications in the Microsoft Universe. Since 2015 he uses Power BI and the surrounding Power Platfom tools.
His goal is not just programming, but making people and organizations more efficient in their daily work by means of some clever code and ETL.
And he is very persistent in finding the best way to find a solution for a given problem.
Besides programming he is an enthusiastic teacher and speaker at community developer conferences.
Dived into Fabric from the beginning and earned a DP 600 Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate certificate in Juni 2024.

Ynte Jan Kuindersma is a Senior Technology Advisor and Developer at BIRD Automation. He is a longtime freelance developer of database-driven applications in the Microsoft Universe. Since 2015 he uses Power BI and the surrounding Power Platfom tools.... Show more

Ashish is a Solution Architect, focusing on cloud infrastructure and AI integration. With a commitment to helping organizations harness the power of cloud technology, he provides tailored solutions for diverse industries. Passionate about community engagement, Ashish shares insights and best practices to guide businesses on their AI journeys. He also mentor aspiring tech professionals and lead workshops, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration in the evolving landscape of AI and cloud solutions.

Ashish is a Solution Architect, focusing on cloud infrastructure and AI integration. With a commitment to helping organizations harness the power of cloud technology, he provides tailored solutions for diverse industries. Passionate about community e... Show more

Andrew Hess is an MVP and accomplished Application Developer with a background in SharePoint and Project Management. He is a national award winner in Power Apps and currently explores Microsoft Foundry and Copilot Studio to build advanced AI and automation solutions. Andrew also shares his expertise as a Power Platform YouTuber, where he helps the community grow through practical guidance and real-world innovation.

Andrew Hess is an MVP and accomplished Application Developer with a background in SharePoint and Project Management. He is a national award winner in Power Apps and currently explores Microsoft Foundry and Copilot Studio to build advanced AI and auto... Show more

Paul is a Principal Architect at Vonage, working at the intersection of architecture, AI, and developer tooling, helping transform how developers interact with CPaaS and Network APIs. Having transitioned from managing Developer Relations teams to the central Architecture Team, he brings a unique perspective: understanding both the strategic vision required for enterprise architecture and the practical realities developers face daily.

His path in technology began with Fortran and a PhD in Computational Physics from the University of Lancashire, UK. Decades of hands-on programming experience since then have shaped his approach to architecting systems that serve developer needs. Paul remains active in the developer community through speaking engagements and writing, with a particular focus on JavaScript, Ruby, Swift and Rust.

Paul is a Principal Architect at Vonage, working at the intersection of architecture, AI, and developer tooling, helping transform how developers interact with CPaaS and Network APIs. Having transitioned from managing Developer Relations teams to the... Show more

Luka Pejić (1996), BA in English language and literature. So far, he has translated, from English to Croatian, several books for different publishing houses in Zagreb, among others "The Priory of the Orange Tree" by Samantha Shannon for Hangar 7. He is currently working on another fantasy project with the mentioned publishing house, as well as his own dark fantasy novel, where Monster comes out of his Empire in the boy's closet, and the boy takes his hand.

Luka Pejić (1996), BA in English language and literature. So far, he has translated, from English to Croatian, several books for different publishing houses in Zagreb, among others "The Priory of the Orange Tree" by Samantha Shannon for Hangar 7. He ... Show more

Gregg Robbins is the AVP of IT Security Services and head of the cyber security program at Watco Companies. He is responsible for the security, system monitoring and altering, and security governance teams at Watco. He has over 40 years of IT experience working for such companies as Diebold, JB Hunt, Transplace, BNSF Logistics, and Watco Companies.

Watco started their security operations team under Gregg’s leadership six years ago. In addition to supporting over 4500 team members at more than 450 locations in 4 countries, Watco also operates multiple locations that have been deemed part of the United States’ national critical infrastructure. Gregg is passionate about developing cyber security talent and growing a flexible and effective team to protect Watco from malicious actors. The cybersecurity program at Watco has a cyber security focused team that emphasizes quick detection and response to threats and multi-layered and tested cyber recovery solutions.

Gregg Robbins is the AVP of IT Security Services and head of the cyber security program at Watco Companies. He is responsible for the security, system monitoring and altering, and security governance teams at Watco. He has over 40 years of IT experie... Show more

Santosh Durgam is a data engineering & analytics leader with 20+ years building governed, high-scale data platforms across retirement/401(k), broader financial services, and healthcare. He leads cross-functional teams that deliver production-grade data lakes, lineage-aware pipelines, and ML-enabled analytics on cloud—translating governance into measurable business outcomes.

Recent speaking includes SQL Saturday Minnesota 2025, where he presented “From Ingestion to Insights: Building Robust Data Pipelines in AWS” to an in-person community audience. He has also contributed to international research forums and science conferences, and is invited to speak at ICDPN-2025 (International Conference on Data Processing & Networking), engaging practitioners and scholars on data engineering, governance, and analytics at scale. Santosh actively publishes/curates work via Google Scholar and shares practical playbooks for data quality, metadata/lineage, and operating models that connect data platforms to financial decisioning.

Beyond delivery, Santosh serves the community as a peer reviewer of scholarly work on data/ML methodologies and as a judge/mentor for select industry and academic competitions, reinforcing peer validation and public recognition. He champions modern data culture—mentoring engineers and product leaders, and advocating automation (incl. AI agents) to elevate reliability, speed, and auditability in regulated environments. Santosh recently completed his Executive MBA, sharpening strategy and value-creation at the intersection of data, risk, and growth

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I’m Ancelia Patrao, a passionate tech innovator and advocate for leveraging AI to create meaningful and impactful software solutions. As a public speaker and active community leader, I love sharing insights on how generative intelligence is revolutionizing the way we build, code, and solve real-world challenges. With hands-on experience in developing AI-powered applications and contributing to open-source projects, I’m dedicated to empowering the next generation of developers with practical tools and creative inspiration to build smarter, more efficient tech.

I’m Ancelia Patrao, a passionate tech innovator and advocate for leveraging AI to create meaningful and impactful software solutions. As a public speaker and active community leader, I love sharing insights on how generative intelligence is revolutio... Show more

Dustin Domerese is a thought leader and technology innovator within the Microsoft ecosystem and delivers his vast technical experience in the CRM, ERP, and Software Development industries to business leaders, end-users, and technical leaders throughout the community. Working for Barclays, EMC2, HP, and Microsoft before his founding of multiple companies has provided a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise.

Dustin is a consultant for over three-hundred companies across a wide array of industries, he is a senior software developer and public speaker. As an entrepreneur, he has founded multiple technology companies in a variety of sectors. As a technology innovator Dustin has trained and worked with hundreds of partners in the Microsoft, SAP, Oracle, and SalesForce ecosystems. His company, Dynamic Consultants Group, has been a finalist in the Microsoft partner channel awards for empowering the Microsoft partner community and advises their clients on all things digital transformation and technology.

Dustin has been a speaker all over the world presenting many technology-focused sessions with Microsoft. As his hobby, Dustin is an accomplished musician, outdoor enthusiast, and a mostly terrible golfer.

Dustin Domerese is a thought leader and technology innovator within the Microsoft ecosystem and delivers his vast technical experience in the CRM, ERP, and Software Development industries to business leaders, end-users, and technical leaders througho... Show more

Ashleigh Pandora Steele is a force - unshakable, undeniable, and unforgettable. As a visionary strategist, dynamic speaker, and unapologetic trailblazer, she stands at the intersection of purpose and power, leading changemakers toward their next level of impact. Ashleigh is the Founder and CEO of The Opia Designs Company, a strategic growth agency that equips businesses, nonprofits, and personal brands with the clarity, confidence, and systems needed to scale beyond limits.

Ashleigh Pandora Steele is a force - unshakable, undeniable, and unforgettable. As a visionary strategist, dynamic speaker, and unapologetic trailblazer, she stands at the intersection of purpose and power, leading changemakers toward their next leve... Show more

I am Tarun Jain, Founding Engineer at a Stealth Startup and YouTuber with 4.06K+ subscribers on AI with Tarun. A two-time Google Summer of Code alum (2023 at caMicroscope, 2024 at Red Hen Lab) and Google Developer Expert in AI. I'm an active speaker in the PyCon APAC region. Spoke at EuroPython, PyCon: Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Australia.

Portfolio: https://tarunjain.netlify.app/

I am Tarun Jain, Founding Engineer at a Stealth Startup and YouTuber with 4.06K+ subscribers on AI with Tarun. A two-time Google Summer of Code alum (2023 at caMicroscope, 2024 at Red Hen Lab) and Google Developer Expert in AI. I'm an active speaker ... Show more