Driven by a Big-Picture mindset, I bridge design-first thinking with open-source and AI innovation. Specialising in building human-centred systems that empower communities, startups, and independent professionals to scale with clarity and confidence.

Driven by a Big-Picture mindset, I bridge design-first thinking with open-source and AI innovation. Specialising in building human-centred systems that empower communities, startups, and independent professionals to scale with clarity and confidence. Show more

Armando Herra is a Systems Architect with vast experience in Cloud, Kubernetes, and DevOps Technologies.

Passionate about the Cloud-Native Ecosystem, he's constantly learning and experimenting with new tools and technologies to stay informed about the industry's latest advances and share his knowledge via tech talks.

Armando Herra is a Systems Architect with vast experience in Cloud, Kubernetes, and DevOps Technologies. Passionate about the Cloud-Native Ecosystem, he's constantly learning and experimenting with new tools and technologies to stay informed about... Show more

What happens when your most committed people quietly burn out behind a mask of performance? Serban Mare has lived the answer and now helps companies fix it.
With 20 years of leading high-stakes engineering projects in the semiconductor industry, Serban understands the toll of chronic stress and quiet quitting from the inside out. Today, he speaks to teams across sectors on how to shift out of burnout, rewire their relationship with stress, and bring energy, optimism, and clarity back to the workplace.
Backed by science, grounded in experience, and delivered with heart, Serban’s keynotes help high performers pause, reflect, and reignite. His message resonates with professionals who feel overwhelmed but ambitious, tired, yet still driven to make an impact.
Serban brings a rare blend of corporate insight, actionable tools, and human storytelling to every stage. His mission is simple: help teams move from reactively burning out to proactively burning bright.
With a message tailored for high-performance cultures, Serban empowers professionals to lead with clarity, protect their well-being, and rediscover what makes their work matter.

What happens when your most committed people quietly burn out behind a mask of performance? Serban Mare has lived the answer and now helps companies fix it. With 20 years of leading high-stakes engineering projects in the semiconductor industry, Ser... Show more

Highly accomplished senior solutions architect with a proven track record of driving significant revenue growth and building thriving technical communities. My expertise spans Kubernetes (K8s), Application & Data Integration, Database technologies, and advanced data architectures including data warehousing, data lakes, ETL/ELT, and open table formats (Apache Hudi, Iceberg, Delta Lake) across all major cloud platforms. With 15x+ certifications and 3x Patent Author credits, I am adept at translating complex technical concepts into impactful solutions for diverse audiences, from C-level executives to technical teams.

Highly accomplished senior solutions architect with a proven track record of driving significant revenue growth and building thriving technical communities. My expertise spans Kubernetes (K8s), Application & Data Integration, Database technologies, a... Show more

Laura Berman Fortgang, MCC, is a globally recognized pioneer in coaching and leadership development with over 30 years of experience. A founding member of the International Coach Federation, Laura has helped entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations, including NASA, the World Bank, and Fortune 500 companies, unlock purpose-driven growth. She is a best-selling author, TEDx speaker (2.1M+ views), and sought-after expert featured on Oprah, Good Morning America, and other top media outlets.

Laura Berman Fortgang, MCC, is a globally recognized pioneer in coaching and leadership development with over 30 years of experience. A founding member of the International Coach Federation, Laura has helped entrepreneurs, executives, and organizatio... Show more

C. A. Fillekes is an IBM Red Hat partner engineer, actively porting and testing Kubernetes and OpenShift add-ons and features on the s390x architecture to run on the LinuxONE and System Z platforms.

C. A. Fillekes is an IBM Red Hat partner engineer, actively porting and testing Kubernetes and OpenShift add-ons and features on the s390x architecture to run on the LinuxONE and System Z platforms. Show more

Dr. Patrick Drechsler is a software developer at MATHEMA GmbH. His current focus is on Testing, TDD, Domain-Driven Design and Functional Programming. You have a good chance of meeting him at regional software crafting events such as Softwerkskammer or other local meetups.

Dr. Patrick Drechsler is a software developer at MATHEMA GmbH. His current focus is on Testing, TDD, Domain-Driven Design and Functional Programming. You have a good chance of meeting him at regional software crafting events such as Softwerkskammer ... Show more

Beto has been writing open-source software for more than 2 decades, with open-source serving as the unifying theme across their diverse career. This includes their work as a climate scientist with a PhD in oceanography running global simulations for the IPCC, as an instructor and speaker at Facebook/Meta passionate about data tools and best practices, as a software engineer working daily on Apache Superset, and as a musician using open hardware and open-source plugins to compose and produce their songs.

The tools and libraries that Beto has created or worked on are used daily by thousands of companies and countless users, focusing on making data access seamless and switching the spotlight to the user experience instead. Their first big project was Pydap, a server for climate data developed during the Google Summer of Code in 2005. Pydap was used by the IPCC to distribute their simulations when they won their 2007 Nobel Prize, and also by the Danish Navy when removing chemical weapons from Syria.

Since 2017, Beto has been working daily on Apache Superset, a modern and modular business intelligence web application that is the number 1 Apache project in terms of GitHub stars. This work has led to the creation of an ecosystem of products: DataJunction, a semantic layer that has been adopted by data teams at Netflix; Shillelagh, a Python library that makes any kind of data easily queryable via SQL; and Cantrip, a magical semantic layer that lives in the database itself, requiring no additional resources. All of these projects focus on empowering users to answer their questions in an effortless way.

Additionally, Beto is also a prolific musician, having written over 500 songs in the past decade. They are an avid participant in the February Writing Album Month challenge, which has the goal of composing 14 new songs in 28 days, and is also part of both the small development team and moderation team. Their songs are written using an open-source digital audio workstation (DAW) with open-source plugins, and all the hardware they use is also based on open-source code.

Beto has been writing open-source software for more than 2 decades, with open-source serving as the unifying theme across their diverse career. This includes their work as a climate scientist with a PhD in oceanography running global simulations for ... Show more

Jitendrudu Lacaraju (Jeetu) is an experienced Geographical Information Systems specialist and a Senior Software Engineer at Timmons Group. Always on the cutting edge, Jeetu is continuously expanding his horizons to new technologies and currently works in the cloud on both AWS and Azure, assuming Senior Software Engineer and Solutions Architect roles. His day-to-day tasks revolve around developing serverless applications, implementing data engineering solutions, managing infrastructure such as code (IaC) and DevOps, developing containerized applications, and more.

His proficiency spans a wide spectrum, primarily focusing on the Geospatial domain utilizing ESRI and open-source GIS technologies. Whether it's spatial data management, processing, analysis, or application development, Jeetu's versatile skill set positions him as a reliable professional in the GIS domain in the field.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Jeetu finds joy in reading, traveling, sports, and outdoor activities.

Jitendrudu Lacaraju (Jeetu) is an experienced Geographical Information Systems specialist and a Senior Software Engineer at Timmons Group. Always on the cutting edge, Jeetu is continuously expanding his horizons to new technologies and currently wor... Show more

Chaney Fletcher is a devoted mother of seven, married to her best friend, and a published author. She holds a bachelor's degree in digital marketing and is a certified HS-BCP (Human Services Board Certified Practitioner), a Joy Potential Certified Coach, and a Reiki Master. Chaney is the founder of Fostering New Hope LLC, where she offers a variety of coaching services and digital marketing services. Chaney has spoken in front of crowds of up to 75,000 attendees.

Despite facing significant challenges in her early life, including the loss of her father at 12, her biological mother's struggle with alcoholism, aging out of foster care, becoming a teen mom to a special needs child, enduring two divorces before the age of 25, and living in a domestic violence shelter, Chaney's resilience and determination have been the driving force behind her success. Through unwavering perseverance and an unbreakable spirit, she transformed her hardships into opportunities for growth and empowerment.

Additionally, Chaney is a certified Joy Potential Coach through the Joy Potential Institute, which focuses on helping women unlock their inner joy, align with their true purpose, and experience authentic happiness. Joy Potential emphasizes spiritual growth, self-awareness, and practical strategies to cultivate joy from within, enabling women to live more fulfilled and balanced lives.

Her latest book serves as a testament to her unwavering faith and resilience. Packed with invaluable resources, practical tips, and thought-provoking journal prompts, it is a powerful guide for individuals striving to overcome life's obstacles. Through the lens of her Christian faith, Chaney shares deeply personal insights and experiences, offering readers inspiration and guidance as they navigate their own journeys toward healing and wholeness. Her unwavering commitment to empowering others shines through every page, making her book a beacon of hope for those facing adversity.

Chaney Fletcher is a devoted mother of seven, married to her best friend, and a published author. She holds a bachelor's degree in digital marketing and is a certified HS-BCP (Human Services Board Certified Practitioner), a Joy Potential Certified Co... 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

I am a passionate open-source advocate and currently serve as the Open Source Community Manager at Oky, helping to build inclusive, participatory spaces of period tracking for girls. I am also an Open Source Fact-Checking Community Facilitator at Climate+Tech, using tech to fight misinformation and support climate action.

With over four years of experience in community building and public speaking, I have led initiatives, mentored developers, and organized events that bring people together around impactful technology. I am also a GitHub Campus Expert and a Torc Ambassador, actively supporting developer growth across Africa and beyond.

At my foundation, I am a hands-on Android developer with a growing enthusiasm for web development. I love developing mobile applications using Kotlin, Android Studio, and other SDKs and geeking out now and then about building responsive web experiences with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, Currently learning React. Whether code or community, my goal is simple: to harness tech as an agent of empowerment.

I thrive in collaborative spaces, enjoy contributing to open-source projects, and constantly seek new ways to learn, teach, and grow. Whether it's building apps, sharing knowledge on stage, or sparking conversations online, I am all about making a positive impact through technology.

I am a passionate open-source advocate and currently serve as the Open Source Community Manager at Oky, helping to build inclusive, participatory spaces of period tracking for girls. I am also an Open Source Fact-Checking Community Facilitator at Cli... Show more

Gilberto has spent over a decade shaping technical education for developers worldwide. He's reached hundreds of thousands of students and engineers across diverse backgrounds through both online platforms and in-person experiences that make complex concepts accessible.

At Codecademy, he authored and launched several of their foundational courses. Since then, he's worn multiple hats as both product manager and technical content creator at industry leaders including MongoDB, Domino Data Lab, Plaid, and Snowflake.

As Lead Developer Advocate at Snowflake today, Gilberto is passionate about crafting exceptional developer experiences and educational resources. He frequently writes about data engineering, AI, and application development with Snowflake.

Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilberto-hernandez/

Gilberto has spent over a decade shaping technical education for developers worldwide. He's reached hundreds of thousands of students and engineers across diverse backgrounds through both online platforms and in-person experiences that make complex c... Show more

"Keep your face toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you."
- Walt Whitman

Passionate AI and Machine Learning professional with over a decade of experience driving innovation and delivering transformative solutions. Specializing in extracting insights from data post-exploration while developing relevant models as per the requirement to provide an end-to-end pipeline. Interested in tackling complex challenges and optimizing performance.

As an AI mentor, evangelist, and speaker, I thrive on sharing knowledge and inspiring others while translating intricate technical concepts into actionable insights for the tech and non-tech audiences, which propels business growth.

Also, being a proponent of continuous learning, I try to stay at the forefront of emerging technologies, leveraging expertise in deep learning, natural language processing, and AWS cloud to create impactful AI solutions.

Let's connect to explore how we can utilize AI for the better.

"Keep your face toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you." - Walt Whitman Passionate AI and Machine Learning professional with over a decade of experience driving innovation and delivering transformative solutions. Specializing in ... Show more

My online membership from BSAC endorsed my research background and enlighten my digital modelling and creativity web of open science community Amsterdam (OSCA) for research projects and grants. My Ph.D. degree certificate and a trophy become a pride indeed at the auditorium of my school of life sciences, JNU, New Delhi in the year 2007. Appreciation certificate for Life Membership from SAMA and Editorial Board Membership certificate from Edwin In, has become a passion for my research approach.

My online membership from BSAC endorsed my research background and enlighten my digital modelling and creativity web of open science community Amsterdam (OSCA) for research projects and grants. My Ph.D. degree certificate and a trophy become a pride ... Show more

Blythe is a product marketing executive, focused on SQL Server and database product development. She has more than two decades of success delivering multi million-dollar revenue growth through innovative marketing, product positioning, messaging, and competitive differentiation. She spends her days developing products that Data Pros use every day. She has a background in Microsoft SQL Server, PowerBI and Data Warehousing. She speaks at many conferences and events around the world, helping improve the work lives of DBAs everywhere.

Blythe is a product marketing executive, focused on SQL Server and database product development. She has more than two decades of success delivering multi million-dollar revenue growth through innovative marketing, product positioning, messaging, and... Show more

**Trish Kane, MBA**
CEO and Founder, Healerverse

Trish Kane is a visionary leader and the creative force behind Healerverse, an innovative platform designed to unite spiritual and holistic wellness worldwide. As a Healer, Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Decentralization Advocate, and Author.

In 2014, she experienced a life-changing event when she was found unresponsive, battling a dangerously low body temperature of 86°F (30°C). After a near-death experience, including a trip “to the other side,” a miraculous recovery involving resuscitation, a 9-day coma, and two strokes, Trish dedicated more than a decade to healing through spiritual and holistic practices. This profound personal journey inspired her to create Healerverse, a community that nurtures growth, connection, and healing.

Healerverse is a pioneering platform that addresses the fragmented nature of spiritual and holistic solutions for both practitioners and seekers. It offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that enables practitioners to manage their entire business seamlessly while connecting with users through a global directory of verified professionals eager to support personal growth with diverse services, courses, events and more. Additionally, the proprietary platform features a cutting-edge event ticketing service for both virtual and in-person engagements, streamlining access to healing opportunities.

Trish holds a BBA from Iona University and an MBA from Florida Atlantic University.

Learn more about Healerverse and Trish at:
[5Dhealerverse.com](https://5dhealerverse.com) and visit her personal website at: [trishkane.com](https://trishkane.com).

**Trish Kane, MBA** CEO and Founder, Healerverse Trish Kane is a visionary leader and the creative force behind Healerverse, an innovative platform designed to unite spiritual and holistic wellness worldwide. As a Healer, Inspirational Keynote ... Show more

Matt has over twenty years of experience helping companies create and capture enterprise value from both an organic and inorganic perspective. Matt founded boutique consulting firm Town Square Advisors where he created the proprietary Square Management System to facilitate improved performance through optimal organizational design methods framed around a concept called Constrained Indepence. A book, The Culture of Alignment, further detailing these concepts is pending publication.

In addition to Town Square Advisors, Matt has led global inorganic growth strategy/M&A for multiple private equity-backed portfolio companies, currently as a member of the executive team for Quickbase (a B2B work management SaaS provider) owned by Vista Equity. Prior, Matt established global Corporate Development departments for Green Street Advisors (CRE data and analytics SaaS provider owned TA Associates) and International Data Group "IDG" (B2B tech-focused market intelligence SaaS owned by Blackstone). During his tenure at IDG Matt led (6) transformative M&A transactions and was recognized as a Finalist for the prestigious Thought Leader of the Year awarded by the Alliance of M&A Advisors.

Matt also worked as a middle-market-focused investment banker with Capstone Partners and Tully & Holland and focused on sell-side mandates for privately held B2B SaaS and tech-enabled businesses.

Matthew's strategy and finance experience is complemented by his decade+ executive management tenure in professional sports managing Minor League Baseball franchises, several of which set multiple sales, attendance and merchandise records. During his sports tenure, Matt was recognized as a Rising Star Award Winner as a top “40 under 40” business professional by the Colorado Springs Business Journal. And, two franchises earned recognition as the Freitas Award Winner as “Best Triple-A” & “Best Double-A” Minor League Baseball Franchise by Baseball America.

A sought-after thought leader, Matthew has been featured throughout his career as a speaker in numerous trade, industry and association conferences, events and webinars and as a guest lecturer at the University of Colorado and Metro State College. A graduate of Colgate University, Matt also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Science in Finance (MSF) from Boston College. Matt is based in greater Boston, where he lives with his family. In his spare time, Matt enjoys traveling to new restaurants, competing in long-drive golf, attending stand-up comedy shows and pursuing his passion for classic cars.

Matt has over twenty years of experience helping companies create and capture enterprise value from both an organic and inorganic perspective. Matt founded boutique consulting firm Town Square Advisors where he created the proprietary Square Manageme... Show more

Over 20 years of experience in the Dynamics world. Currently leading implementation projects and delivery teams at Reach, where we focus on delivering and fixing Dynamics 365 implementations.

Over 20 years of experience in the Dynamics world. Currently leading implementation projects and delivery teams at Reach, where we focus on delivering and fixing Dynamics 365 implementations. Show more

Evelien Acun-Roos is an experienced Knowledge Sharer at Xebia and a Professional Scrum Trainer at Scrum.org. She has a profound knowledge of Agile and Scrum and knows how to transfer that to (Scrum) Teams, their surrounding environment, and their management.

She has helped many organizations become more Agile (Unilever, ING, Rabobank, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, APG, Philips, VodafoneZiggo a.o.).

Evelien loves to give training. Since she is a certified trainer for Training From the Back of the Room, her training courses are filled with brain-based learning activities.
At Agile conferences, she shares knowledge about Scrum Values, Liberating Structures, Brain Science, Situational Leadership, Happy Chemicals, building Trust and Happiness, and other ways to Boost your Scrum.

Evelien Acun-Roos is an experienced Knowledge Sharer at Xebia and a Professional Scrum Trainer at Scrum.org. She has a profound knowledge of Agile and Scrum and knows how to transfer that to (Scrum) Teams, their surrounding environment, and their man... Show more

Shawn is passionate about harnessing the power of data strategy, engineering, and analytics in order to help businesses uncover new opportunities. As an innovative technologist with over 15 years of experience, Shawn removes technology as a barrier and broadens the art of the possible for business and product leaders. His holistic view of technology and emphasis on developing and motivating strong engineering talent, with a focus on delivering outcomes whilst minimising outputs, is one of the characteristics which sets him apart from the crowd.

Shawn’s deep technical knowledge includes distributed computing, cloud architecture, data science, machine learning, and engineering analytics platforms. He has years of experience working as a consultant practitioner for a variety of prestigious clients ranging from secret clearance level government organizations to Fortune 500 companies.

Shawn is passionate about harnessing the power of data strategy, engineering, and analytics in order to help businesses uncover new opportunities. As an innovative technologist with over 15 years of experience, Shawn removes technology as a barrier a... Show more

Verena is a young professional at Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, where she has been working since April 2025. Prior to that, she successfully completed the ZEISS Graduate Program, specializing in embedded software development. During her time in the program, she became deeply involved in the community spirit of the Zephyr Project. Verena holds a degree in Computational Science and Engineering. She's known for her determination and warm open mindset.

Verena is a young professional at Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, where she has been working since April 2025. Prior to that, she successfully completed the ZEISS Graduate Program, specializing in embedded software development. During her time in the program,... Show more

senior Research & Data Scientist presso Idea-Re S.rl.
Mi occupo dell'architettura e sviluppo di sistemi basati su deep learning, generative e agentic AI.
In ambito di Quantum Computing, mi occupo di applicare gli attuali algoritmi Quantum Ready e di ottimizzazione quantistica a scenari reali (ad esempio ottimizzazione di piazzamento sensori, logistica) e di attività educational per l'insegnamento di Quantum Computation e Information a persone che non hanno un solido background scientifico. Ho utilizzato il framework della matematica quantistica anche a processi decisionali multicriterio (quantum-like Bayes Network).
Sono laureato in Fisica e studio da anni i fenomeni quantistici e alle loro implicazioni sulla tecnologia e la società. Da qui l'interesse per la crittografia Post-Quantum e le minacce agli ecosistemi software che i computer quantistici possono generare.

senior Research & Data Scientist presso Idea-Re S.rl. Mi occupo dell'architettura e sviluppo di sistemi basati su deep learning, generative e agentic AI. In ambito di Quantum Computing, mi occupo di applicare gli attuali algoritmi Quantum Ready e ... Show more

I am Nwoye John Ifeanyi, a results-driven professional dedicated to driving meaningful impact through my work. With a strong foundation in Geology (BSc, Second Class Upper Division), I have developed expertise in energy research, management consulting, market research analysis, and community engagement.
As a passionate advocate for social change, I focus on promoting policy changes that benefit society. My research and presentation experience, with over 10 accepted papers at 5+ international conferences, showcases my expertise in energy, policy, and community engagement.
Professionally, I am currently working part-time as an Engineering Geologist at Jonjoe Geotechnical Consult Nigeria Limited and part-time as a Procurement/Assistant HSE Officer at Pentland Energy Limited.
I am committed to holistic community service and support, driven by my training in mental health awareness and certification as a First Aider (Red Cross). As an ALX Fellow and LEAP Africa Alumnus, I am dedicated to leadership, social impact, and empowering others.

I am Nwoye John Ifeanyi, a results-driven professional dedicated to driving meaningful impact through my work. With a strong foundation in Geology (BSc, Second Class Upper Division), I have developed expertise in energy research, management consultin... Show more

Almudena Barreiro es cofundadora de Data for Good Madrid, una iniciativa sin ánimo de lucro que ayuda a organizaciones del tercer sector a aprovechar el poder de los datos para generar impacto social. Su trabajo se centra en el uso ético e inclusivo de la inteligencia artificial, con un fuerte compromiso hacia valores como la equidad, la transparencia y la protección de la dignidad humana.

Actualmente es consultora y científica de datos en Next Digital, donde lidera proyectos relacionados con la calidad del dato, analítica predictiva e inteligencia artificial responsable. Combina una sólida formación en matemáticas y estadística con experiencia técnica aplicada y una mirada crítica sobre el impacto de los sistemas algorítmicos en la sociedad.

Además, colabora en Sesgo404, una sección del canal de YouTube Sirviendo Código, donde analiza las implicaciones éticas y sociales de la IA para acercar estos temas complejos a una audiencia más amplia.

Almudena Barreiro es cofundadora de Data for Good Madrid, una iniciativa sin ánimo de lucro que ayuda a organizaciones del tercer sector a aprovechar el poder de los datos para generar impacto social. Su trabajo se centra en el uso ético e inclusivo ... Show more

Egresado de la carrera de Ingeniería de Software. Actualmente, desarrollador frontend con una sólida formación en aplicaciones web. Mi pasión por el desarrollo de software se refleja en crear aplicaciones dinámicas las cuales combinan un diseño de alta calidad con una excelente experiencia de usuario, ofreciendo soluciones a problemas reales. He colaborado en diversos proyectos tanto empresariales como educativos, lo que me ha permitido desarrollar mis habilidades, trabajar en equipo y obtener buena comunicación para ofrecer soluciones innovadoras y de calidad

Egresado de la carrera de Ingeniería de Software. Actualmente, desarrollador frontend con una sólida formación en aplicaciones web. Mi pasión por el desarrollo de software se refleja en crear aplicaciones dinámicas las cuales combinan un diseño de al... Show more

When the pandemic hit, Mariya Koteva found herself at a crossroads: juggling new motherhood, career pressures, and chronic fatigue. It forced her to uncover a powerful truth: the capacity for change begins with wellbeing.

With 12+ years of experience in ERP and Change Management, including six years with Microsoft leading projects for Fortune 500 companies, Mariya has seen firsthand why transformations fail—it’s not the technology, it’s the people.

Her approach centers on building Change Capacity: unlocking the resilience, adaptability, and innovation teams need to thrive in a fast-changing world. By combining her expertise in digital transformation with neuroscience, resilience, and leadership, Mariya bridges the gap between the technical and human sides of change.

Through workshops, keynotes, and coaching, Mariya empowers leaders and teams to stop resisting change and start embracing it as their greatest opportunity for growth.

When the pandemic hit, Mariya Koteva found herself at a crossroads: juggling new motherhood, career pressures, and chronic fatigue. It forced her to uncover a powerful truth: the capacity for change begins with wellbeing. With 12+ years of experie... Show more

A Computer Science student at Maseno University, Community Manager and Crowdsource influencer, GDG on Campus Event Organizer. Loves attending and organizing community events

A Computer Science student at Maseno University, Community Manager and Crowdsource influencer, GDG on Campus Event Organizer. Loves attending and organizing community events Show more

Kashif Khan is a co-chair of CNCF TAG Infrastructure and maintainer of the CNCF project Metal3.io for 6 years. He works as an open source Architect for Ericsson Software Technology, Finland. He holds a PhD in Computer Science. Kashif is a research and open source enthusiast and his current area of interest is kubernetes deployments on baremetal systems in distributed cloud scenarios.

Kashif Khan is a co-chair of CNCF TAG Infrastructure and maintainer of the CNCF project Metal3.io for 6 years. He works as an open source Architect for Ericsson Software Technology, Finland. He holds a PhD in Computer Science. Kashif is a research an... Show more

I am currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at IDLAB, UGent - imec.

I have always been passionate about Technology and Science. After finishing my MSc in Electrical & Computing Engineering, I worked for 1.2 years as an R&D Intern in a Portuguese company, where I was involved in EU-funded projects. I gained a lot of technical skills but also learned how to communicate effectively by being involved in the preparation and writing of EU project proposals.

Then, I decided to pursue an international career by starting my Doctoral studies in a foreign country at Ghent University, Belgium. During my Ph.D., I worked on network management solutions focused on Smart Cities and the Internet of Things (IoT). Also, I enrolled in diverse specialist workshops and extracurricular training to broaden my skills as a researcher (e.g. Leadership, Project Management).

My research interests include Cloud Computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), Software-Defined Networking (SDN), container scheduling and auto-scaling, Segment Routing, and Intent-based networking. I am always open to new challenges and opportunities.

I am currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at IDLAB, UGent - imec. I have always been passionate about Technology and Science. After finishing my MSc in Electrical & Computing Engineering, I worked for 1.2 years as an R&D Intern in a Portuguese com... Show more