Jennifer McGee is a Water Resources Engineer (PE) at WSP USA E&E in the Herndon VA office. Possessing a diverse interdisciplinary background, including expertise in GIS analysis, database design, and python programming, she serves as a consultant, providing a range of flood risk analysis services to meet the regulatory needs of clients. Utilizing Microsoft Office 365 and other digital technologies, she develops data science solutions for both business operations and engineering projects. In addition, Ms. McGee plays a leadership role within the company, heading WSP's "Low Code: Apps, AI, and Workflow Automation" Practice Area Network (PAN), to share training and project applications for the Microsoft Power Platform across the organization.

Jennifer McGee is a Water Resources Engineer (PE) at WSP USA E&E in the Herndon VA office. Possessing a diverse interdisciplinary background, including expertise in GIS analysis, database design, and python programming, she serves as a consultant, pr... Show more

David is a Senior AI/ML Engineer within the Office of the CTO at NetApp, where he’s dedicated to empowering developers to build, scale, and deploy AI/ML solutions in production environments. He brings deep expertise in building and training models for applications like NLP, vision, real-time analytics, and even models to classify diseases in a medical setting. His mission is to help users build, train, and deploy AI models efficiently, making advanced machine learning accessible to users of all levels.

Before NetApp, he was heavily involved in the AI/ML community, specifically in conversational AI solutions and driving AI platform growth in a DevRel and pre-sales role. David frequently shares his insights at industry conferences and events, offering hands-on guidance for implementing AI/ML in cloud environments. David's prior experience includes contributing to the Kubernetes and CNCF ecosystems, working hands-on with VMware virtualization, implementing backup/recovery solutions, and developing hardware storage adapter firmware and drivers.

David is a Senior AI/ML Engineer within the Office of the CTO at NetApp, where he’s dedicated to empowering developers to build, scale, and deploy AI/ML solutions in production environments. He brings deep expertise in building and training models fo... Show more

I'm a designer, UI engineer, and certified accessibility professional with over 30 years of experience. With a background in behavioral psychology and neurology, I focus on leading, promoting, and advancing accessibility at every stage in the product development lifecycle.

I'm a designer, UI engineer, and certified accessibility professional with over 30 years of experience. With a background in behavioral psychology and neurology, I focus on leading, promoting, and advancing accessibility at every stage in the product... Show more

I am a technology enthusiast and live in Palermo, Italy, where I work as a Software Architect. I love experimenting with new technologies, finding new ways to solve problems, and sharing my experiences with others.

TDD Advocate and XPser, I write articles on Medium, since November 2022 I have been Women Techmakers Ambassador and founder of the Beer Tech Group community.

I am a technology enthusiast and live in Palermo, Italy, where I work as a Software Architect. I love experimenting with new technologies, finding new ways to solve problems, and sharing my experiences with others. TDD Advocate and XPser, I write ... Show more

A brilliant, talented, self-taught, ambivert who loves attending and speaking at conferences. I enjoy tinkering with small board computers like raspberry pis.

☕ If you see me around, don't hesitate to come say hi!
🏒 Hockey player since I was 7
💻 Programming since I was 14
✏️ Writer / Blogger
🎹 Pianist
🦺 First Responder
🧶 Fiber Art
♟️ Chess Player

A brilliant, talented, self-taught, ambivert who loves attending and speaking at conferences. I enjoy tinkering with small board computers like raspberry pis. ☕ If you see me around, don't hesitate to come say hi! 🏒 Hockey player since I was 7 ... Show more

Focused on Developer Productivity at Microsoft, Philippe supports his customers on a daily basis in their Platform Engineering implementation with GitHub and Microsoft tools.
Based in Strasbourg, and with 20 years experience in development, he is active community contributor, speaker and meetup organizer. Apart from tech, Philippe is always happy to talk about outdoor sports, CrossFit with a drink.

Focused on Developer Productivity at Microsoft, Philippe supports his customers on a daily basis in their Platform Engineering implementation with GitHub and Microsoft tools. Based in Strasbourg, and with 20 years experience in development, he is ac... Show more

Oana likes to call herself an Agile Business DJ, who mixes whatever practices of collective intelligence, from Agile to TheoryU help people, teams and organisations to become proud of their outcomes and delight their customers.
After 15 years of experience in Software Development and System Management has driven Oana to embrace Agile and Lean mind set, principles and practices, that she believes are the most effective approaches for 21st century lead organizations willing to focus on quality products with high impact on the market.
Oana acts as an Agile Transformation facilitator at Reacteev, by using Creative Solution Definition. She trains and coach Agile teams (from core Business to Software Development and Support Services), so they are able to adopt the set of practices, from Scrum to Kanban and Lean improvement techniques, that are most adapted to their context and goal. A key focus is building cross-organizations Product Ownership awareness to align their mission alignment toward User Value creation.

Oana likes to call herself an Agile Business DJ, who mixes whatever practices of collective intelligence, from Agile to TheoryU help people, teams and organisations to become proud of their outcomes and delight their customers. After 15 years of ex... Show more

Juliana Smith is an award-winning IT Chartered Professional with over 15 years of experience transforming complex project data into clear, actionable insights. A recognised Power BI and UI design expert, she specialises in creating visually compelling and accessible dashboards that empower stakeholders to make informed decisions with confidence.

Driven by a passion for equitable data practices, Juliana has presented globally for Power BI and Microsoft Data Platform User Groups, sharing her expertise on project reporting and accessible Power BI design. Her sessions focus on practical techniques that combine UI best practices with WCAG accessibility standards to create more inclusive data visualisations.

Through her blog Smart Frames and YouTube channel @AccessibleBI, Juliana shares valuable insights on developing more inclusive designs. By breaking down complex concepts into practical strategies, she makes data accessibility achievable for everyone, empowering individuals and organisations to create equitable, data-driven solutions.

Juliana Smith is an award-winning IT Chartered Professional with over 15 years of experience transforming complex project data into clear, actionable insights. A recognised Power BI and UI design expert, she specialises in creating visually compellin... Show more

Gracias por tomarte el tiempo para leer mi biografía, lo cual demuestra tu interés en el maravilloso mundo de las finanzas y la contabilidad de costes.

Permíteme una breve introducción: He trabajado como CFO y controller durante mucho tiempo, y soy apasionado de la técnica financiera y de costes. Disfruto analizando procesos, y esta pasión me ha llevado a impartir clases en distintas universidades, donde he aprendido tanto de mis alumnos como espero que ellos hayan aprendido algo de mí.

Una pregunta que a menudo me hacen es sobre los sectores en los que he trabajado. Para mí, el desafío no es en qué sectores he trabajado, sino cuántos me faltan por explorar y aprender.
Como apasionado de las finanzas, el control de gestión y los costes, actualmente me encuentro inmerso en el mundo de Dynamics, lo cual representa toda una aventura.

Si estás buscando una sesión que combine visión de negocio aplicada a Dynamics y que, en algún momento, desafíe tus habilidades con cálculos, no lo pienses más, no vengas a mi sesión, o sí.

Gracias por tomarte el tiempo para leer mi biografía, lo cual demuestra tu interés en el maravilloso mundo de las finanzas y la contabilidad de costes. Permíteme una breve introducción: He trabajado como CFO y controller durante mucho tiempo, y so... Show more

AI Engineer & Cloud Solutions Architect| MVP & MCT |

Samantha is a passionate and dynamic Cloud and AI Solutions, with a mission to make AI and cloud technologies accessible and impactful for real-world applications. Leveraging a rich background in healthcare and education, Samantha specializes in designing scalable, AI-driven cloud solutions tailored to the unique challenges of businesses, particularly in the healthcare sector.

As a technology trainer Samantha combines technical expertise with a gift for clear, engaging communication. Her sessions are known for their practicality, empowering participants with actionable insights they can apply immediately.

A strong advocate for women in tech, Samantha's personal journey of carving her path into the tech industry and build fulfilling careers.

When she's not demystifying technology, Samantha dedicates herself to supporting mothers and families through her parenting consulting business, BeBaby, proving that the intersection of tech and life can be as empowering as it is innovative.

Session Topics Include:

Promp-A-Thon: Unlocking the Power of AI Tools for Everyday Use
Cloud Solutions for Healthcare: Bridging Tech and Care
AI for Beginners: Making Artificial Intelligence Understandable and Accessible
Women Who Carve Their Own Path: Empowering Women to Succeed in Tech
Certifications: Azure AI Enginneer, Python AI Developer, Azure Fundamentals, Azure AI Fundamentals, Power Platform Fundamentals, Microsoft 365 Fundamentals, and more.

Connect with Samantha to explore how technology can transform industries, careers, and lives!

AI Engineer & Cloud Solutions Architect| MVP & MCT | Samantha is a passionate and dynamic Cloud and AI Solutions, with a mission to make AI and cloud technologies accessible and impactful for real-world applications. Leveraging a rich background i... Show more

Daniel Sogl is a software architect at Thinktecture AG, specializing in modern web development with Angular. He discovered his passion for AI-assisted coding early on and has since combined technical expertise with innovative development approaches. After working in consulting for the automotive and pharmaceutical industries and serving as the lead developer of a mobile brokerage app, he now helps companies implement scalable and sustainable solutions. As a trainer and consultant, he supports developers in leveraging the full potential of the latest Angular features and AI-powered tools. Sharing knowledge is his true passion.

Daniel Sogl is a software architect at Thinktecture AG, specializing in modern web development with Angular. He discovered his passion for AI-assisted coding early on and has since combined technical expertise with innovative development approaches. ... Show more

As a Microsoft MVP and Principal Architect, I lead a transformative wave, where I evangelize AI and Low-Code solutions to help organizations achieve high-value business transformation. With over 19 years of experience in this role, I have successfully designed and implemented integrated enterprise solutions that leverage AI/Copilot, Power Platform, Dataverse, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Azure technologies.

My passion is to support business visionaries in achieving significant and sustainable results, by applying my expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Adoption and Change Management, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Services, and Low-Code Solutions. I also enjoy giving back to the community, as an organizer of the St. Louis SharePoint User Group and SharePoint Saturday events since 2004. I hold multiple awards/certifications, including Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). Project Management Professional, Advanced Project Management, Microsoft Certified Professional, and OPM3 Assessor.

As a Microsoft MVP and Principal Architect, I lead a transformative wave, where I evangelize AI and Low-Code solutions to help organizations achieve high-value business transformation. With over 19 years of experience in this role, I have successfull... Show more

Gerrit Grunwald is a software engineer that loves coding for around 40 years already. He is a true believer in open source and he is an active member of the Java community, where he founded and leads the Java User Group Münster (Germany), he is a JavaOne rockstar and a Java Champion. He is a speaker at conferences and user groups internationally and writes for several magazines.

Gerrit Grunwald is a software engineer that loves coding for around 40 years already. He is a true believer in open source and he is an active member of the Java community, where he founded and leads the Java User Group Münster (Germany), he is a Jav... Show more

Serg Masís has been at the confluence of the internet, application development, and analytics for the last two decades. Currently, he's an Agronomic Data Scientist at Syngenta, a leading agribusiness company with a mission to improve global food security. Before that role, he co-founded a search engine startup, incubated by Harvard Innovation Labs, that combined the power of cloud computing and machine learning with principles in decision-making science to expose users to new places and events efficiently. Whether it pertains to leisure activities, plant diseases, or customer lifetime value, Serg is passionate about providing the often-missing link between data and decision-making. He wrote the bestselling book "Interpretable Machine Learning with Python" and is currently working on a new book titled "DIY AI" for Addison-Wesley for a broader audience of curious developers, makers, and hackers.

Serg Masís has been at the confluence of the internet, application development, and analytics for the last two decades. Currently, he's an Agronomic Data Scientist at Syngenta, a leading agribusiness company with a mission to improve global food secu... Show more

Huan Li is an accomplished technologist and innovator at the intersection of artificial intelligence and real-world applications. As a seasoned architect at Chatie.IO and a Venture Partner at Plug and Play, Huan leverages his deep expertise in coding, serial entrepreneurship, and AI to drive technological advancement and startup success, possesses a unique blend of strategic insight and hands-on experience in the startup ecosystem in Silicon Valley.

A recognized authority in machine learning, Huan holds the titles of Google Developer Expert in Machine Learning and Microsoft Regional Director. His contributions to the tech community extend beyond his roles, through his involvement with open-source projects like the ChatBot SDK Wechaty, reflecting his commitment to collaboration and innovation.

Huan is a prolific speaker, known for his engaging presentations at Google's DevFest, Microsoft's Build events, and various tech conferences worldwide. His technical prowess spans full-stack and cloud-native development, enabling him to craft scalable, high-availability solutions that address modern digital challenges.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Huan is an author of several influential technology books, including "Concise TensorFlow 2" and "Chatbot 0 to 1," where he simplifies complex technologies for a wider audience. His eclectic interests, from paragliding to salsa dancing, fuel his creative approach to technology and problem-solving.

Huan's journey is a testament to the transformative power of AI and his dedication to empowering startups, inspiring communities, and fostering a technology-driven future. Join him as he shares insights from the frontier of AI and innovation, inspiring the next generation of technologists and entrepreneurs.

Huan Li is an accomplished technologist and innovator at the intersection of artificial intelligence and real-world applications. As a seasoned architect at Chatie.IO and a Venture Partner at Plug and Play, Huan leverages his deep expertise in coding... Show more

Isaac is a Lead Software Engineer, Google Developer Expert, Mentor and Community Organizer. He is currently Co-founding AnyApp Technologies, Leading Engineering at Reflection.app (A Guided Journal for wellness and growth), Mentoring Flutter and Dart Interns at the HNG Internship & Flutter Kaduna.

Isaac is a Lead Software Engineer, Google Developer Expert, Mentor and Community Organizer. He is currently Co-founding AnyApp Technologies, Leading Engineering at Reflection.app (A Guided Journal for wellness and growth), Mentoring Flutter and Dart ... Show more

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI.
Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI

https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49

Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experience (Now retired), criminal profiling, and teaching experience (adjunct professor). Crux has now taken his years of experience, education research, and training; to incorporate novel methods of teaching/learning. Crux has utilized his background in Psychology, Team Building, and Behavioral Profiling to implement said methods to take out the law-enforcement aspect and make these skills people/civilian practical.

#Cybersecurity, #CriminalProfile, #Ninja, #Keynote, #Speaker, #TeamBuilding #TeamDynamics #TechPsychology, #Security, #DevopSec
Law Enforcement experience:

•Homicide Detective
•Criminal Profiler
•Gang Unit Specialist Detective
•Hostage Negotiator
•Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer
•School Resources Officer (SRO)
•Five years as a Special Agent with the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND (DHS)

Now retired, Crux worked as a Homicide Detective, Criminal Profiler, and Hostage Negotiator with the Fort Wayne (Indiana) Police Dept.

Teaching experience:
Currently, Crux is an Adjunct Professor:

•Psychology
•Business Psychology
•Social Media Psychology
•Criminal Profiling
•Criminal Behavior
•Computer Psychology
•Sociology (Group Dynamics)

Education:

•Bachelor of Science degree; Criminology (Ball State University, 1994).

•Master’s degree; Forensic Psychology (Walden University, 2012).

•Currently, a Ph.D. Candidate (Forensic Psychology) at Walden University

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI. Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49 Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experi... Show more

Javier Perez is an accomplished Enterprise Architect with over 20 years of experience in implementing collaboration solutions. Throughout his career, Javier has demonstrated expertise in a wide range of Microsoft 365 applications, including Power Automate, PowerApps, SharePoint Online, Teams, Project Online, Exchange Online and Azure. His proficiency extends to advanced technologies such as Azure Document Intelligence and Azure AI, enabling organizations to leverage cutting-edge tools for enhanced productivity and innovation. Javier's extensive experience and deep knowledge make him a valuable asset in driving digital transformation and fostering collaborative environments.

Javier Perez is an accomplished Enterprise Architect with over 20 years of experience in implementing collaboration solutions. Throughout his career, Javier has demonstrated expertise in a wide range of Microsoft 365 applications, including Power Aut... Show more

With 25+ years in tech, I’ve navigated the realms of on prem and cloud infrastructure, seen the emergence of DevOps, platform engineering and cloud and I'm still grateful that I accidently ended up in this industry. What a ride. As a Principal Consultant, I lead the Development and Implementation of Platform Engineering Solutions for our customers and help them adopt modern, optimised cloud solutions. I'm passionate about breaking down barriers into tech, and am always looking to support initiatives that champion non-traditional pathways into the industry. Diversity is more than gender after all! If you're looking for a speaker or volunteer for an initiative, I’d love to be involved, let's connect!

📧 Contact Me:
🟦 BSKY: simone_au
🌐 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonebennett
📑 Blog: https://simone-au.medium.com/

With 25+ years in tech, I’ve navigated the realms of on prem and cloud infrastructure, seen the emergence of DevOps, platform engineering and cloud and I'm still grateful that I accidently ended up in this industry. What a ride. As a Principal Cons... Show more

Aakash is a seasoned Engineering Leader with experience in leading complex transformations in disruptive markets. Aakash is able to broker trusted relationships quickly, coupled with a strong executive presence to influence across organizations on how to build world-class product experiences. Having the opportunity to work across many industries like Retail, Healthcare and Financial Services, Aakash has led the innovation and experimentation of many new and modern practices. Aakash is always focused on taking a data-driven approach, learning from what has worked and what has failed before. Aakash solemnly believes that everyone in an organization is capable of delivering great outcomes and focuses on enabling high-performing nimble teams.

Aakash is a seasoned Engineering Leader with experience in leading complex transformations in disruptive markets. Aakash is able to broker trusted relationships quickly, coupled with a strong executive presence to influence across organizations on ho... Show more

Jordan Miller
Staff Engineer @Nubank, Co-Founder of Clojure Camp, Host/Producer of Lost in Lambduhhhs Podcast, Co-Author Clojure Brain Teasers,

L. Jordan Miller (she/her/altgirl) is a Staff Software Engineer at Nubank where she focuses on Datomic developer success. Known in the streets for her passion for spreadsheets she enjoys communicating to engineers who appreciate the finest of functions. International globetrotter and stimulation seeker she has no idea how she manages to juggle so many projects; she is co-author of Clojure Brain Teasers, co-founder of Clojure Camp and producer/host of the Lost In Lambduhhs podcast. Check out her linktree: https://linktr.ee/lambduhhh

Jordan Miller Staff Engineer @Nubank, Co-Founder of Clojure Camp, Host/Producer of Lost in Lambduhhhs Podcast, Co-Author Clojure Brain Teasers, L. Jordan Miller (she/her/altgirl) is a Staff Software Engineer at Nubank where she focuses on Datomi... Show more

Maurizio Ipsale was born in Messina (Italy) in 1978 where he graduated in Electronic Engineering at the age of 23 and obtained a Ph.D. degree. Passionate about the ICT world, his professional curriculum has been enriched with many certifications, in particular as an instructor of official training courses, such as Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Amazon AWS, and Google Cloud.
He delivers training courses all around the world on many state-of-the-art technologies, including Cloud, Networking, Machine Learning, DevOps, Data Engineering, Internet of Things, Kubernetes.
Maurizio currently lives in Modena (Italy) with his wife Liliana and two children, Simone and Alessia. He is a Google Cloud Authorized Trainer.
Starting in 2022, he's been working as a cloud lead trainer for Datatonic Academy, a Google Cloud Authorised Training Partner based in London.
In 2024 he was recognized as Google Champion Innovator for Cloud AI and ML. In 2025 he was recognized as Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Cloud and AI/ML

Maurizio Ipsale was born in Messina (Italy) in 1978 where he graduated in Electronic Engineering at the age of 23 and obtained a Ph.D. degree. Passionate about the ICT world, his professional curriculum has been enriched with many certifications, in ... Show more

Past experience
- Over 250+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods
- Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of positions (VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Audit Manager, Controller, and Director Operations)
- Extensive knowledge and implementation over 30 NAV/BC ISV APPs
Awards
- Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP)
- NAVUG/BC All-Star
- 4-time NAVUG/BC Granite Award recipient
- DUG Guardian Award recipient
Professional
- IMA/CMA – Member 1988
- AICPA – Member 1985
- APICS – Member 2004
- DCI Summit – Programming Committee (2012 – Present, Chair (2016-2018), Board of Advisor (2013-2015 and 2021-Present)
- Dynamics User Group (DUG) – NAV/BC Forum Moderator, Dynamics Con Content Committee
- Directions NA – Content Committee (2018-Present)
Certifications
- MCP – MB-800
- Dynamics Credentialed Professional
- Microsoft Certified Professional

Past experience - Over 250+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods - Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of p... Show more

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transformation—with clear strategy, hands-on expertise, and a sharp focus on what really matters. His home base? techtask consulting, a boutique Swiss IT consultancy.

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transform... Show more

Rakesh is a visionary, innovator, and technical leader, who has worked in the computer software industry for around 14 years. After completing his bachelor's in engineering from India and Master's from the USA, he worked for big enterprises like Zscaler, Microsoft, CISCO, Dell, and others, where he led multiple product development in the networking space. He loves to call himself a 'full-stack network software engineer', as he has worked on all the layers of networking; be it VOIP, Secure Calls, WebRTC, Switch NOS, SDN, Programmable data plane, data center underlay network, network observability and many more. At present, he is leading an 'industry-first' network security product development at Microsoft. He is also a security researcher and was awarded by Facebook in 2013, for exposing a deep vulnerability in their stack. Rakesh is also an innovator and researcher. He collaborates closely with universities, IEEE, and open-source communities and gives back his wealth of knowledge and ideas in terms of technical contributions and papers. Rakesh is an avid painter and a people person who endorses best practices and great culture in the workspace.

Rakesh is a visionary, innovator, and technical leader, who has worked in the computer software industry for around 14 years. After completing his bachelor's in engineering from India and Master's from the USA, he worked for big enterprises like Zsca... Show more

Antara is a multidisciplinary Cybersecurity Leader, Red Teamer, Strategist, and Product Innovator, known for delivering secure, scalable, and business-aligned solutions across BFSI and enterprise sectors. As SecureNexus Vertical Lead at XBiz TechVentures, she heads a 25+ member cybersecurity team and drives end-to-end execution of projects spanning red teaming, GRC audits, DevSecOps, cloud hardening, and application security.
She has conducted over 200 VAPT assessments across web, mobile, APIs, network, and cloud environments, and built platforms like ASM, SCA, and CSPM to shift clients from reactive to proactive security. Her expertise extends to phishing simulations, malware assessments, and incident response evaluations.
Beyond hands-on execution, Antara shapes business strategy by planning the annual cybersecurity roadmap, scaling service offerings, mentoring talent, and aligning internal processes to standards like ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, IRDAI, RBI, HIPAA, and NIST. She played a key role in achieving CERT-IN empanelment and in building proactive GRC maturity models with cyber risk scoring, threat profiling, policy authoring, and audit frameworks.
A respected thought leader and speaker at OWASP AppSec, DevSecCon, and InfosecGirls, Antara contributes actively to the security community via Medium and GitHub. Her leadership spans technical depth, client advisory, board-level risk communication, and enterprise-grade product development.
Her philosophy: “Security isnʼt a checkbox — itʼs a culture. And it must evolve faster than the threats it defends against.”

Antara is a multidisciplinary Cybersecurity Leader, Red Teamer, Strategist, and Product Innovator, known for delivering secure, scalable, and business-aligned solutions across BFSI and enterprise sectors. As SecureNexus Vertical Lead at XBiz TechVent... Show more

Diego Ciangottini is a physicist and received his PhD from the University of Perugia, Italy in 2012. Now he's working as technologist at INFN (Italian National Institute for Nuclear Physics) researching cloud-native solutions for the scientific use cases of the institute. In that sense his main occupation is building bridges between science communities and what the cloud-native ecosystem can do for them.

Diego Ciangottini is a physicist and received his PhD from the University of Perugia, Italy in 2012. Now he's working as technologist at INFN (Italian National Institute for Nuclear Physics) researching cloud-native solutions for the scientific use c... Show more

William is a CNCF Ambassador and Linkerd Ambassador currently working at Mirantis as Strategy Lead. He’s focused on helping customers designing, building, and running their initiatives on Edge, AI and Platform Engineering. He wore many hats in the IT world, Engineering, Pre-Post sales, Product Owner and Consulting. from HPC, Storage to Distributed Systems.
William enjoys volunteering in several Cloud Native groups and organizing the KCD Netherlands events.

William is a CNCF Ambassador and Linkerd Ambassador currently working at Mirantis as Strategy Lead. He’s focused on helping customers designing, building, and running their initiatives on Edge, AI and Platform Engineering. He wore many hats in the IT... Show more

Senior Microsoft Data Platform Professional with a masters in business analytics, and multiple Microsoft/AWS certifications. Kristina has provided Leadership and Data Solutions for over 20 years for domestic and global organizations with a special passion in health informatics, finance, and manufacturing. Nicknamed "Data Generalist" for her ability to quickly pivot, Kristina has held data roles across the spectrum including Data Architect, Data Engineer, DBA, Developer, BI Specialist, Consultant, Data Analyst, Database Manager, Coach, and more. Her current role is Lead Data Architect for Kent Corporation's Global Divisions Data and the Analytics & Data Management Team, as well as serving on their Center of Cloud Excellence (CCoE) board. Her current technical passion is Microsoft Fabric and Machine Learning Technologies.

In her free time, Kristina runs the Kansas City SQL Server User Group and was a lead organizer for SQL Saturday Atlanta (7+ years). She has spoken at large conferences and small user groups both internationally and here in the US on topics including AI, the Microsoft Data Platform, and neurodiversity.

Senior Microsoft Data Platform Professional with a masters in business analytics, and multiple Microsoft/AWS certifications. Kristina has provided Leadership and Data Solutions for over 20 years for domestic and global organizations with a special pa... Show more

Tara Clarke is a dedicated Solution Specialist at Microsoft Federal, leveraging her expertise in Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Solutions to support corporations and government agencies. She has been with Microsoft since February 2022, contributing significantly to the company's success in in the Federal government sector.

As a Solution Specialist, I serve as a strategic advisor and technical advocate for Microsoft’s customers, helping them envision, design, and implement solutions that drive real business outcomes. I work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to understand customer challenges, align Microsoft technologies to their goals, and demonstrate how our solutions — particularly in the Power Platform and AI space — can transform the way they work.

The Value I Bring
Customer-Centric Innovation: I translate complex business needs into actionable, scalable solutions using tools like Copilot Studio, AI Builder, and the broader Microsoft ecosystem.
Trusted Advisor: I guide customers through their digital transformation journey, helping them adopt AI and automation in ways that are ethical, impactful, and sustainable.
Business Impact: I help organizations increase efficiency, reduce manual effort, and unlock new capabilities — turning technology into a competitive advantage.
Collaboration & Enablement: I empower both technical and non-technical users to build, innovate, and succeed with low-code/no-code tools, fostering a culture of innovation.

Tara Clarke is a dedicated Solution Specialist at Microsoft Federal, leveraging her expertise in Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Solutions to support corporations and government agencies. She has been with Microsoft since February 2022, con... Show more