Indra is a postdoctoral fellow in applied mathematics at the University College Dublin, Ireland, working on all things "dynamical systems". He takes a computational approach to tackle complex problems, and his current research is focused on understanding collective behaviour exhibited by coupled neurons. He is an avid Python user and has been a speaker at multiple Python-related conferences before. More information can be found in his website: https://indrag49.github.io/.

Indra is a postdoctoral fellow in applied mathematics at the University College Dublin, Ireland, working on all things "dynamical systems". He takes a computational approach to tackle complex problems, and his current research is focused on understan... Show more

https://passion4it.de/speaker-profil-christian-kirsch/

Entrepreneur | Author | Business Coach

Leadership, Technology & AI – with Purpose and Pragmatism

Christian Kirsch ist Unternehmer, Autor und Business Coach. Mit PASSION4IT begleitet er mittelständische Unternehmen bei Digitalisierung, IT‑Strategie und Change‑Management. Als Mitgründer von amaiko.ai entwickelt er den persönlichen KI‑Buddy für den Microsoft‑365‑Alltag – pragmatisch, sicher und menschenzentriert.

In seinen Büchern Digital Mindset und Building Leaders for the Digital Era zeigt er, wie Führung und Technologie zusammenwirken, um echte Wirkung zu erzielen. Mit dem Programm Building Leaders befähigt er Führungskräfte, Wandel aktiv zu gestalten – mit Klarheit, Haltung und messbarem Erfolg.

Seine Vorträge verbinden strategische Tiefe mit praxisnaher Umsetzung. Er spricht über Führung im digitalen Wandel, KI im Arbeitsalltag und die Zukunft der Zusammenarbeit in Microsoft 365 – immer mit Fokus auf Wirkung statt Show.

Aktuelle Themen:
Der KI‑Buddy im Microsoft 365‑Alltag – wie Kontext KI Arbeit wirklich leichter macht
Building Leaders for the Digital Era – Führung mit Haltung und Technologie
From Hype to Help – How AI Becomes a Real Colleague

Kontakt:
www.passion4it.de | www.amaiko.ai | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christiankirsch

https://passion4it.de/speaker-profil-christian-kirsch/ Entrepreneur | Author | Business Coach Leadership, Technology & AI – with Purpose and Pragmatism Christian Kirsch ist Unternehmer, Autor und Business Coach. Mit PASSION4IT begleitet er m... Show more

Shivendu is a Software engineer at Qdrant. He loves search, distributed systems, observability, and AI. He has been building developer tools for the last 3 years and has worked with different startups and institutes like Qdrant, SuperTokens (YC 20), FamPay (YC 19), Inria (Paris), etc.

He lives in Bangalore (India) and loves trying different cuisines and learning about different cultures.

Some of his previous talks can be found at https://talks.kshivendu.dev

Shivendu is a Software engineer at Qdrant. He loves search, distributed systems, observability, and AI. He has been building developer tools for the last 3 years and has worked with different startups and institutes like Qdrant, SuperTokens (YC 20), ... Show more

Samuel Fuge is a Licensed Professional Counselor, educator, and doctoral student in Counseling Psychology at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA. He provides counseling at Dr. Mary Berge and Associates in Johnstown, PA, where his clinical work includes trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), he specializes in working with first responders and other professionals in high-stress environments, combining lived field experience with evidence-based psychological care. His doctoral dissertation in progress examines the role of interpersonal relationships in mitigating burnout among paramedics.

Samuel is also an experienced educator with a strong background in both psychology and health sciences. At Pennsylvania Highlands Community College, he teaches courses that blend psychology with health-science perspectives, emphasizing critical thinking and real-world application. Prior to his counseling career, he was nationally certified as an EMS educator and taught extensively at the Conemaugh School of EMS under the direction of the late Dr. John Karduck, MD. His educational work included training paramedic students, designing integrated out-of-hospital scenarios, leading continuing education programs, and presenting to providers at the local, regional, and national levels.

Samuel’s educational journey reflects both breadth and depth. He began his career in emergency medical services at just 16 years old, completing EMT training at the Conemaugh School of EMS. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from West Virginia University in 2010, before returning to Conemaugh to complete paramedic training in 2011. His passion for mental health and education led him to pursue a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Messiah University, which he completed in 2021, and he is currently pursuing his PsyD in Counseling Psychology at Chatham University, with anticipated completion in 2028.

As a speaker, Samuel brings a rare dual perspective shaped by over 16 years in emergency medical services and years of clinical counseling practice. He has delivered engaging presentations across a wide range of topics—wellness, trauma, burnout, mental health treatment, resilience, and educational pedagogy—at both regional and national events, including the National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE) Conference. His style is research-informed yet accessible, drawing on professional expertise, teaching experience, and frontline credibility to connect with diverse audiences.

With a professional journey that bridges emergency medicine, education, and psychology, Samuel is passionate about building systems of care that promote resilience, reduce burnout, and improve well-being for both providers and the communities they serve. His work reflects a commitment to insight, empowerment, and the belief that growth happens at the intersection of education and lived experience.

Samuel Fuge is a Licensed Professional Counselor, educator, and doctoral student in Counseling Psychology at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA. He provides counseling at Dr. Mary Berge and Associates in Johnstown, PA, where his clinical work inclu... Show more

Oussama is a seasoned Android engineer with roots dating back to the Java and ADT era. Passionate about native mobile development, he thrives in building robust Android apps with Kotlin as his language of choice. Oussama enjoys connecting with people from around the world, whether it's to discuss mobile tech or share cultural insights.

Oussama is a seasoned Android engineer with roots dating back to the Java and ADT era. Passionate about native mobile development, he thrives in building robust Android apps with Kotlin as his language of choice. Oussama enjoys connecting with people... Show more

Chimzibudu Chiorlu is a product-driven full-stack developer with expertise in building scalable systems, leading teams, and turning ideas into measurable business outcomes. A lifelong learner, math enthusiast, and former robotics hobbyist, Chimzi is passionate about teaching, collaboration, and leveraging technology to drive innovation and growth.

Chimzibudu Chiorlu is a product-driven full-stack developer with expertise in building scalable systems, leading teams, and turning ideas into measurable business outcomes. A lifelong learner, math enthusiast, and former robotics hobbyist, Chimzi is ... Show more

Giulio Turrisi is a postdoctoral researcher at the Dynamic Legged Systems lab, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia. His research focuses on Machine Learning methods and Optimal Control for robot locomotion. Before that, he graduated in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in 2018 at the La Sapienza University of Rome. Later that year, he started the PhD in Automatic Control, Bioengineering, and Operations Research, joining the DIAG Robotics Lab.

Giulio Turrisi is a postdoctoral researcher at the Dynamic Legged Systems lab, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia. His research focuses on Machine Learning methods and Optimal Control for robot locomotion. Before that, he graduated in Artificial Intelli... Show more

Patricia is author of the Children´s book: "El secreto que esconden los colores" that will be soon published in English. She has a university degree in Biology. She developed her Marketing and Business background at UCSD and SDSU in San Diego. She holds a Marketing Certificate in ESADE and a Communication Master in EADA (Barcelona). She is a certified Coach by the International Coaching Federation and also certified in Organization Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC CRR Global)
Patricia has extensive experience in coaching, facilitation and consultancy around topics like leadership, communication, management, career development, Emotional Intelligence, time management, and day-to-day performance management. Patricia is working for the European Institutions (Commission, Parliament and Courts of Justice) and for NATO in Brussels and Luxembourg. In the private sector she works with companies like Inditex (Massimo Dutti, ZARA, Bershka), GSK, ING, L’Oréal, Astra Zeneca, Delitraiteur, Cargolux, Banco Santander, IPSEN and TOTAL in Brussels, London, Paris…working together with Human Resources to create specific and adapted trainings and conferences.
Lecturer in Gdansk University of Technology, ICHEC Business School in Brussels and EU Business School.
She is also a Keynote Speaker for Commerce schools like ESADE, companies like JUMP and many other institutions that need to boost their employees. Loves writing articles and podcasts for companies or for pleasure.
Her passion now is unlocking a person’s potential to maximize his or her own performance, and the best reward is their success.
She works in Spanish, English, French and Catalan.

Patricia is author of the Children´s book: "El secreto que esconden los colores" that will be soon published in English. She has a university degree in Biology. She developed her Marketing and Business background at UCSD and SDSU in San Diego. She ho... Show more

Experto en transformación personal. Consultor estratégico en cultura organizacional. Master Training en Liderazgo, Coach de Vida, certificado por MB CONSULTORES-MEXICO, Coach Profesional Ontológico, Coach Organizacional, y Mentor con certificación internacional por FICEO-Federación Internacional de Consultores y Entrenadores organizacionales.

Administrador Financiero de la Universidad UFPS, Especialista en Gerencia de Mercadeo de la Universidad Autónoma UNAULA.

Experto en transformación personal. Consultor estratégico en cultura organizacional. Master Training en Liderazgo, Coach de Vida, certificado por MB CONSULTORES-MEXICO, Coach Profesional Ontológico, Coach Organizacional, y Mentor con certificación in... Show more

Stephan is a seasoned technology professional with a pedigree going back several decades of developing business-critical applications for various industries. His expertise spans multiple technologies and programming languages, including C++, C#, several BusinessBasic dialects, and most recently, Java and Kotlin. He guest-lectures at the University of Applied Sciences, Trier. As a senior management member of Albuquerque-based BASIS International, Stephan currently oversees the development and growth of their new webforJ framework, an offshoot from BASIS’ widely recognized and successful Java-based business programming language. The webforJ framework is a single-stack UI framework for Java and Kotlin, targeting developers of mission-critical applications in mid-to large-scale enterprises, and Java-based ERP vendors worldwide.

Stephan is a seasoned technology professional with a pedigree going back several decades of developing business-critical applications for various industries. His expertise spans multiple technologies and programming languages, including C++, C#, seve... Show more

With over 13 years in the IT industry, I’ve built my career at the intersection of technology, global business strategy, and people empowerment.

I joined WorkWithPlus in 2013, starting in support and later leading the Support and Customer Experience teams. That hands-on journey shaped my deep understanding of customer needs, product value, and long-term relationships - all of which now guide my role as Chief Commercial Officer, where I lead sales and commercial strategy in 35+ countries, always striving to build lasting relationships that empower our clients, partners, and community.

As a Computer Engineer with a Master’s in Computer Science, I combine a strong technical foundation with expertise in sales strategy, customer success, and partner ecosystems. This allows me to understand complex systems, lead product conversations with clarity, and bridge business and technology in meaningful ways. I see AI as a key enabler to build smarter, more inclusive, and more efficient experiences.

I’m passionate about multicultural leadership, with a style centered on inclusion, adaptability, and lasting impact. To strengthen these skills, I completed the Cultural Awareness for Global Business course at MIT and the Strategic Sales Management Program at ESADE. I’m also a Santander W50 Leader and a proud Google Women Techmakers Ambassador.

With over 13 years in the IT industry, I’ve built my career at the intersection of technology, global business strategy, and people empowerment. I joined WorkWithPlus in 2013, starting in support and later leading the Support and Customer Experien... Show more

Sebastiano is an engineering leader passionate about helping others grow in their careers. Sebastiano is currently a Director of Engineering at Upwork, and over the years, he has led multiple teams at companies like Pinterest, Paypal, Snap, and Spotify in domains ranging from shopping and crypto to messaging, video creation, and ads. Sebastiano is an avid listener of leadership, management, and wellness podcasts.
Sebastiano received an MS in Software Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Milan and an Executive MBA from the Quantic School of Business and Technology.

Sebastiano is an engineering leader passionate about helping others grow in their careers. Sebastiano is currently a Director of Engineering at Upwork, and over the years, he has led multiple teams at companies like Pinterest, Paypal, Snap, and Spoti... Show more

Natalie Cook is the founder of Finance Fight Club, an Outsourced CFO & Financial Services firm dedicated to empowering small business owners with financial clarity and strategic guidance. With extensive experience in financial management, Natalie has guided over 50 small businesses to transform their operations, achieve sustainable profitability, and build confidence in their financial decisions. Specializing in cash flow optimization, strategic planning, and due diligence for business transactions, she brings a unique blend of expertise and accessibility to her work.

A passionate speaker and educator, Natalie is known for breaking down complex financial concepts into practical, actionable insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Her recent engagements include workshops like the Small Business KPI Workshop and live sessions on cash flow management. As a trusted advisor, she helps business owners move beyond gut feelings to data-driven decisions.

Natalie is committed to making finance approachable, often drawing from her deep industry knowledge across professional services, construction, SaaS, and manufacturing. Outside of her professional life, she is dedicated to supporting small business communities and fostering financial literacy.

Natalie Cook is the founder of Finance Fight Club, an Outsourced CFO & Financial Services firm dedicated to empowering small business owners with financial clarity and strategic guidance. With extensive experience in financial management, Natalie has... Show more

Jo Colontonio is an award-winning global executive leadership and organizational development consultant, coach, and educator who ignites high-performance leaders, teams, and cultures that consistently outperform the competition. With over two decades of experience, Jo has worked with organizations across industries to drive transformative leadership and lasting organizational growth. She’s the Founder of the Ignite Coaching Institute, an ICF-accredited coach certification program. Jo is setting the gold standard in coach education and leadership development. She brings a powerful blend of academic rigor and real-world impact, holding dual degrees in Economics and Business, an MBA in Marketing, and advanced certifications in Executive Coaching, Change Management, Team Performance, and Leadership Development.

A Titan 100 CEO, business builder, leadership developer, problem solver, disruptor, change agent, and unapologetic personal growth junkie, Jo Colontonio is passionate about challenging the status quo to build high-energy organizations powered by extraordinary people, vibrant cultures, enlightened leadership, and cutting-edge strategies that deliver real results. Her bold approach drives empowered leaders, engaged employees, high-performing teams, and measurable growth in performance and profits. Together with her team, Jo ignites champions and sparks powerful, positive change—from the inside out.

Jo Colontonio is an award-winning global executive leadership and organizational development consultant, coach, and educator who ignites high-performance leaders, teams, and cultures that consistently outperform the competition. With over two decades... Show more

At the age of 34, Danielle Delbridge made a bold decision to retire from her twelve-year nursing career to pursue a path of entrepreneurship. Danielle Farley is a passionate entrepreneur, speaker, and personal development coach dedicated to helping individuals break free from limiting beliefs and create a life of abundance. After leaving her nursing career in 2020 to pursue entrepreneurship full-time, Danielle discovered the power of mindset transformation, financial education, and strategic networking. Her journey of overcoming personal and financial struggles has fueled her mission to empower others with the tools and mindset needed for success.

As the founder of Abundant Brain Builders, LLC, Danielle leads a dynamic coaching company that provides in-person retreats, virtual mentorship, and community-based growth opportunities. Through transformative workshops, such as The Abundant Living for Women & Abundant Living for Men, she helps individuals develop the skills and mindset necessary to achieve personal, financial, and business success. Her coaching focuses on neuroscience-backed personal development, financial literacy, effective communication, and overcoming mental roadblocks.

Danielle’s mission is to equip people with faith-driven success principles, guiding them to build wealth, confidence, and a legacy that lasts. Whether through her coaching, public speaking, or mentorship programs, she is committed to helping others turn challenges into stepping stones for abundance..

At the age of 34, Danielle Delbridge made a bold decision to retire from her twelve-year nursing career to pursue a path of entrepreneurship. Danielle Farley is a passionate entrepreneur, speaker, and personal development coach dedicated to helping i... Show more

David has worked across the globe in varying industries from Fiserv to LiSci. The only thing he likes more than a smooth Agile-led project, is a data-driven smooth Agile-led project.

David has worked across the globe in varying industries from Fiserv to LiSci. The only thing he likes more than a smooth Agile-led project, is a data-driven smooth Agile-led project. Show more

Azure is a Senior Consultant at Hitachi in the Washington, DC area. Prior to joining tech consulting in 2022, she spent in pharmaceutical manufacturing, discovering Power Automate in late 2019.

Passionate about people and hoping to assume her final form as a bot, she's on a mission to educate and enable more women and underrepresented groups into tech, one Flow at a time.

Azure is a Senior Consultant at Hitachi in the Washington, DC area. Prior to joining tech consulting in 2022, she spent in pharmaceutical manufacturing, discovering Power Automate in late 2019. Passionate about people and hoping to assume her fina... 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

Emily Hemingway is the Founding Executive Director of TechSTL and the Wedge Innovation Center. A 20-year veteran in building innovation ecosystems around the country, Emily is driving economic growth across the St. Louis metro by catalyzing tech jobs, tech startups, and tech innovation. She is the lead organizer for STL TechWeek.

Emily Hemingway is the Founding Executive Director of TechSTL and the Wedge Innovation Center. A 20-year veteran in building innovation ecosystems around the country, Emily is driving economic growth across the St. Louis metro by catalyzing tech jobs... Show more

I am an AI researcher at the CIAD Laboratory at UTBM in France, working on computer vision, robotics, and applied AI. My work focuses on deploying vision-based and intelligent robotic systems in real industrial environments, with a strong emphasis on robustness, scalability, and seamless integration into existing systems. My research spans perception for robotics, multi-sensor fusion, and deep learning for visual inspection.

I am an AI researcher at the CIAD Laboratory at UTBM in France, working on computer vision, robotics, and applied AI. My work focuses on deploying vision-based and intelligent robotic systems in real industrial environments, with a strong emphasis on... Show more

Head of Digital & Payments Factory at Poste Italiane, coordinating a team of ten people dedicated to the development of digital applications and payment solutions, specialized in microservices architectures running on Kubernetes and operating on Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, and on-premises datacenters.
Before joining Poste Italiane, he accumulated over 5 years of experience as a Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft and IBM, covering a wide range of Cloud Services, including IaaS, PaaS, Containers, Serverless, and IoT.

Head of Digital & Payments Factory at Poste Italiane, coordinating a team of ten people dedicated to the development of digital applications and payment solutions, specialized in microservices architectures running on Kubernetes and operating on Micr... Show more

Dr. Otto Dobretsberger is a Senior Software Developer at CODE Consulting (part of the CODE Group). He holds a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Informatics from UMIT, an institution in Austria, as well as a Master's and Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Houston. His professional expertise centers on high-performance computational analysis of genetic and genomic data, with extensive experience in C and C++. He specializes in WPF, C#, and C++ development, while maintaining proficiency in multiple additional programming languages. His project portfolio spans biomedical image processing, genetic and genomic data analysis, analytical software solutions for the oil and gas industry, and the development of custom controls. Dr. Dobretsberger has authored scientific papers and magazine articles and is a regular speaker at industry conferences.

Since 2012, he has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Houston, where he has taught a range of programming courses, including C++, Python, JavaScript, and Java.

In addition to his technical and academic roles, Dr. Dobretsberger organizes the Global AI Houston chapter, leading a local community of AI professionals and enthusiasts focused on knowledge sharing and advancements in artificial intelligence.

Outside of his professional pursuits, he is an accomplished powerlifter, actively training and competing. He holds multiple USPA National Records and IPL World Records.

Dr. Otto Dobretsberger is a Senior Software Developer at CODE Consulting (part of the CODE Group). He holds a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Informatics from UMIT, an institution in Austria, as well as a Master's and Ph.D. in Computer Science from t... Show more

Stephanie Lee Hayes is a somatic educator and writer specializing in nervous system education and the biological foundations of emotional safety, learning, and human behavior. Her work focuses on helping people understand how the nervous system shapes attention, perception, and emotional responses, and why physiological safety is the foundation for learning and meaningful change.

She is the founder of Roots & Rituals Somatic Education, where she develops educational guides and resources that translate nervous system science into clear, practical frameworks. Her teaching helps individuals recognize protective nervous system patterns and understand how safety supports engagement, clarity, and connection.

Her work is informed by both scientific research and her own lived and embodied experience navigating nervous system dysregulation, which deepens her ability to translate complex concepts into practical, accessible education.

Stephanie Lee Hayes is a somatic educator and writer specializing in nervous system education and the biological foundations of emotional safety, learning, and human behavior. Her work focuses on helping people understand how the nervous system shape... Show more

Rambabu Mandalapu is an accomplished Physical Design Engineer with over 15 years of experience in advanced SoC and IP-level physical implementation. He has executed multi-million gate designs across technology nodes ranging from 45nm down to 3nm, incorporating ARM cores, DSPs, and complex low-power architectures. He brings deep expertise across the full RTL-to-GDSII flow, including synthesis, floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis, routing, timing closure, signoff, and tapeout.
Currently serving as a Physical Design Domain Lead at a leading semiconductor company in Cupertino, California, Rambabu leads physical design efforts for multiple Power Management Unit (PMU) chips at both block and top levels. He is responsible for physical signoff and tapeout to TSMC, ensuring manufacturability and quality, and acts as the primary physical design contact for TSMC, coordinating tapeout milestones and technical readiness. His role involves close collaboration with analog design, system integration, RTL, and packaging teams to resolve integration and constraint challenges while driving timing, power, and physical verification convergence across complex low-power domains.
Previously, Rambabu served as Engineering Manager, Physical Design at Calsoft Labs, where he managed top-level and block-level PnR efforts for advanced-node test chips and delivered high-performance partitions and subsystems for clients including Qualcomm and Samsung. He also contributed to multiple partitions at Microsoft by supporting PnR closure and sign-off. Earlier, at UST Global, he led hard macro implementation and full-chip place and route for networking SoCs at Microsemi. At Qualcomm India, he served as a subsystem physical design lead for modem blocks in MSM chipsets, executing complete physical design cycles across multiple technology nodes.
Rambabu began his career in physical design at CMC India and completed an internship at Intel, where he contributed to the Ivy Bridge processor during his M.Tech program. He holds an M.Tech in VLSI System Design from the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Warangal, and a B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Acharya Nagarjuna University.
With extensive experience across advanced process nodes and a consistent record of delivering production-ready silicon, Rambabu brings strong technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and execution excellence to complex semiconductor programs.

Rambabu Mandalapu is an accomplished Physical Design Engineer with over 15 years of experience in advanced SoC and IP-level physical implementation. He has executed multi-million gate designs across technology nodes ranging from 45nm down to 3nm, inc... Show more

A skilled consultant and technical strategist, Kevin De Pree is a Vice President at Rand Group, with over 30 years’ experience leading global ERP and CRM projects and teams. Kevin has a unique background in both business management and IT systems consulting and sales, which allows him to provide a holistic understanding of how different systems and processes work together. He is able to paint the big picture for clients, enabling them to completely transform their operations with fully optimized technology solutions that meet their business needs.

A skilled consultant and technical strategist, Kevin De Pree is a Vice President at Rand Group, with over 30 years’ experience leading global ERP and CRM projects and teams. Kevin has a unique background in both business management and IT systems con... Show more

Dr. Charles Lebon Mberi Kimpolo has played a crucial role over the last decade in guiding the Industry Initiative and the Future of Science Forum (FSF) throughout the AIMS Network to widen the scope and scale of partnerships with industry across Africa and beyond. He leads the implementation of Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programs, focusing on developing capacity development programs that respond to the emerging industry demands while also supporting AIMS graduates as they transition into the workforce, entrepreneurship, and further academic pursuits. His goal is to position the AIMS Network as the leading academic partner in Africa, dedicated to promoting economic transformation on the continent.

He is a passionate scientist, technologist, and change agent with over 19 years of industry experience in data analysis, business intelligence, and project management. His experience includes teaching and research in the field of computational and applied mathematics. He also has hands-on experience in agile software development, delivery, and consulting, and client engagement working in Africa, the United States, and Asia.

Dr. Mberi Kimpolo has contributed to several global consultations and conferences on the global education industry, in particular. As a key Subject Matter Expert, he contributed to the report on the co-design of the AI Hub for
Sustainable Development, led by the Italian G7-Presidency and UNDP New York. He has authored several blogs, articles, and book chapters to share his perspectives on several topics, including work-integrated learning as a pathway to stimulate youth transition to employment and entrepreneurship in Africa. He joined a group of global experts to participate in the International Steering Committee (ISC) of the 2026 Global Data Festival. He is also a member of the Global Strategy Council of the World Association for Cooperative Education (WACE).

He holds a Ph.D. in Computational and Applied Mathematics from the University of the Witwatersrand (Johannesburg, South Africa).

Dr. Charles Lebon Mberi Kimpolo has played a crucial role over the last decade in guiding the Industry Initiative and the Future of Science Forum (FSF) throughout the AIMS Network to widen the scope and scale of partnerships with industry across Afri... Show more

Directeur adjoint de GreenAlp, j'ai en charge des missions de Gouvernance & Organisations. J'ai porté des projets de transformation, d'innovation ou de refonte d'activité.

Coach professionnel, je m'attache à faciliter la mise en mouvement, en particulier de collectifs.

Directeur adjoint de GreenAlp, j'ai en charge des missions de Gouvernance & Organisations. J'ai porté des projets de transformation, d'innovation ou de refonte d'activité. Coach professionnel, je m'attache à faciliter la mise en mouvement, en part... Show more

I am an accomplished IT Business Analyst with over 6 years of experience in analyzing, optimizing, and designing information systems, currently working as a Freelancer. My strong technical foundation, combined with an analytical and solution-oriented mindset, enables me to bridge business needs with IT capabilities across diverse industries, including technology, science, governance, and telecommunications, as well as across multiple countries, such as Luxembourg, France, Belgium, and Algeria.

I am an accomplished IT Business Analyst with over 6 years of experience in analyzing, optimizing, and designing information systems, currently working as a Freelancer. My strong technical foundation, combined with an analytical and solution-oriented... Show more

Dr. Adrian Hermes is an interdisciplinary researcher and professor working at the intersection of Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Mathematical Optimization, Computer Science, and Data Analytics. With a strong foundation in engineering and mathematical sciences and extensive international research experience, his work emphasizes the development of rigorous theoretical models together with practical design and implementation methodologies that translate advanced analytical concepts into real-world impact. His collaborations with international research teams span diverse application domains—including transportation systems, supply chains and logistics, forestry planning, systems engineering, viticulture and enology, and biological applications—where quantitative modeling plays a central role. His core expertise focuses on the formulation and solution of complex combinatorial and industrial optimization problems using mathematical programming and network optimization, supported by hybrid strategies that integrate heuristics and metaheuristics with exact, approximation, and stochastic optimization techniques.

Alongside his optimization research, Dr. Hermes brings a decade of experience in data analysis and data science across both scientific and industrial environments. His work centers on statistical modeling, machine learning, and advanced data analytics to extract actionable and interpretable insights from complex datasets. By combining statistical theory with computational implementation and modern analytical workflows, he contributes to interdisciplinary projects where data-driven methodologies support model validation, system understanding, and strategic decision-making. This integration of theoretical rigor with applied analytics enables him to bridge optimization and data science, delivering robust, evidence-based solutions across diverse application domains.

Dr. Adrian Hermes is an interdisciplinary researcher and professor working at the intersection of Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Mathematical Optimization, Computer Science, and Data Analytics. With a strong foundat... Show more

Technical Architect with over 17 years of experience driving digital transformation through cloud architecture, intelligent automation, and AI/ML-powered enterprise modernization. Currently at Mary Kay, USA, he plays a pivotal role in designing multi-cloud strategies across AWS, Azure, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), while also leading enterprise technology analysis for Supply Chain innovations—helping the organization achieve resilience, scalability, and cost optimization.

Technical Architect with over 17 years of experience driving digital transformation through cloud architecture, intelligent automation, and AI/ML-powered enterprise modernization. Currently at Mary Kay, USA, he plays a pivotal role in designing multi... Show more