Dr. Rolando Masís-Obando is a filmmaker, author, entrepreneur, and computational neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins University. Rolando uses VR/AR, EEG, fMRI, AI, machine learning, and brain-computer-interface type methods to study how contexts shape the way we think and remember our day-to-day experiences. His academic journey spans from his Bachelor’s in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology at Yale University to his PhD in Computational Neuroscience at Princeton. During his undergraduate studies, he co-founded Shuflix, the largest activity search engine (at the time), to help people interact with their environment in a playful way while helping small businesses get more exposure. Beyond academia, he channels his creativity through his YouTube channel where he shares programming tutorials on generative AI, AR/VR development, and CGI for sci-fi films. Additionally, he directs mini-documentaries exploring the ever-evolving landscape of technology. Recently, he co-founded one of the first, if not the first, hybrid academic/industry conference on the future of reality (Neuroethics & the Future of Reality; https://futurerealities.org/NFR2023/). Rolando and his brothers have an upcoming book titled “DIY AI” slated for release in 2025 with the practical know-how for coding and running your own AI models from home. Rolando also provides consulting for small businesses and start-ups in neuroscience, AI and XR.

Dr. Rolando Masís-Obando is a filmmaker, author, entrepreneur, and computational neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins University. Rolando uses VR/AR, EEG, fMRI, AI, machine learning, and brain-computer-interface type methods to study how contexts shape th... Show more

Sai Kalyan Reddy Pentaparthi is a seasoned technology leader, IEEE Senior Member, Sigma Xi Full Member, Hackathon Raptors, IETE and IAEME Fellow with over a decade of experience architecting and developing scalable, secure, and high-performance distributed systems. Specializing in cloud-native platforms, AI and IoT solutions for satellite-based internet systems, Sai has consistently spearheaded transformative projects that blend advanced distributed systems, edge computing, modular microservices, resilient data clouds, and GenAI autonomous agents to drive strategic outcomes.
As Principal Engineer Software at ST Engineering IDirect Inc., Sai led the design and deployment of the Intuition Intelligent Cloud Native Platform—a unified solution enabling containerized and virtualized network functions to run seamlessly across on-premises data centers and public clouds. His pioneering work in integrating generative AI agentic frameworks with retrieval-augmented generation and advanced LLM fine-tuning has automated routine tasks and driven intelligent decision-making, significantly improving operational decision accuracy while substantially reducing costs.
Throughout his career, Sai has implemented robust security frameworks using industry-standard protocols while transforming legacy architectures into event-driven microservices that optimize resource allocation and reduce operational costs. His collaborative approach with satellite operators, external technology partners, and regulatory bodies has ensured compliance with industry standards while aligning technical strategies with market innovations.
He actively contributed to the AI research community as a Program Committee member and peer reviewer for prestigious international conferences, most recently the European Conference on Artificial Intelligence (ECAI 2025) , the 2025 IEEE Computer Society Enterprise Generative AI Summit and IEEE UEMCON among others. In addition, I have served as a judge for leading technology awards and hackathons such as the Globee Awards and the Industry Mover Awards, Raptors Hackathons helping to recognize and celebrate innovation across the industry.

Prior to his current role, Sai contributed his expertise at Hughes Network Systems, where he enhanced the HughesNet Jupiter System by developing advanced caching, compression, and DNS optimization features. His innovations significantly reduced satellite bandwidth usage and improved web page load times, directly enhancing user experience and overall system responsiveness.
Sai holds a Master of Science in Computer and Information Science from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University. His professional credentials include AWS Certified Solution Architect Associate, AWS Certified Developer Associate, HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate, and Certified Scrum Master certifications.
With proficiency in multiple programming languages (Java, C++, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Scala, Go), extensive experience with GenAI frameworks, and expertise in cloud-native architecture, Sai continues to drive innovation at the intersection of distributed systems, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.

Sai Kalyan Reddy Pentaparthi is a seasoned technology leader, IEEE Senior Member, Sigma Xi Full Member, Hackathon Raptors, IETE and IAEME Fellow with over a decade of experience architecting and developing scalable, secure, and high-performance dist... Show more

Per Bay is one of the most experienced business systems consultants for Dynamics 365 Business Central in Sweden. For nearly 30 years, he has participated in hundreds of procurements and implementations of business systems.

Per Bay is one of the most experienced business systems consultants for Dynamics 365 Business Central in Sweden. For nearly 30 years, he has participated in hundreds of procurements and implementations of business systems. Show more

Raphael Dumhart is a consultant for software development and software architecture. On top of that, he's also the Head of Training of the Software Quality Lab Academy GmbH and trains customers from all around the world in software architecture and other topics. He spent 10 years of his life as the Head of Development for an international cooperation and founded two startups, where he acted as CTO and CEO, respectively.

Raphael Dumhart is a consultant for software development and software architecture. On top of that, he's also the Head of Training of the Software Quality Lab Academy GmbH and trains customers from all around the world in software architecture and ot... Show more

Hi colleagues!

I’m Vladimir Afanasev, a database professional with over 10 years of experience in database development, performance optimization, and team leadership. Currently, I lead a team of DB experts at Barclays. I thrive on solving complex challenges like enhancing performance monitoring, optimizing workflows, and mitigating risks, while also fostering a collaborative and motivated team environment.

Sharing knowledge is something I’m deeply passionate about. With my expertise in SQL Server, Oracle, and cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and GCP, I love exploring advanced topics and making them accessible and actionable for others.

I’m excited about the opportunity to be a speaker at your event. I enjoy engaging with like-minded professionals and delivering sessions that combine real-world insights with technical depth. I look forward to contributing to the learning experience and sparking great discussions about SQL Server’s advanced capabilities.

Hi colleagues! I’m Vladimir Afanasev, a database professional with over 10 years of experience in database development, performance optimization, and team leadership. Currently, I lead a team of DB experts at Barclays. I thrive on solving complex ... Show more

After spending ten years working on embedded systems, primarily using C++, I joined the Apple ecosystem in 2010. Since then, I have been focused on developing applications for iOS and macOS. Over the past decade, I have worked for various companies, including DxO in France, Teamwork in Ireland, and Kape Technologies. In each role, I have contributed to enhancing their architecture and advancing their projects to a higher level of maintainability.

After spending ten years working on embedded systems, primarily using C++, I joined the Apple ecosystem in 2010. Since then, I have been focused on developing applications for iOS and macOS. Over the past decade, I have worked for various companies, ... Show more

Data acquisition engineer and instrument control programmer for hardware and biotech companies; former lead engineer at a highly successful b2b software company. Vast and eclectic experience in computer graphics, electrical engineering, digital signal processing, high-level software design, team management, and more.

I am going on 16 years of career experience in .NET and adjacent technologies, currently working for Inia.AI to bring AI to high-capital banking sector. In my free-time I raise my beautiful daughter, continue development on a cross-platform UI comnponent for high-throughput electrical signal display, and spend my remaining time at the gym or hiking.

Data acquisition engineer and instrument control programmer for hardware and biotech companies; former lead engineer at a highly successful b2b software company. Vast and eclectic experience in computer graphics, electrical engineering, digital signa... Show more

Impulsando el cambio desde la acción, acumulo más de 35 años de experiencia liderando proyectos estratégicos en empresas del sector tecnológico, industrial, servicios y tercer sector. Ha acompañado a cientos de equipos y líderes en su evolución hacia modelos más ágiles, humanos y sostenibles.

Fundador de Agile DISruptivo (ADIS), evento internacional con +30 expertos y cientos de asistentes. En la primera Edición, sigue creciento con mas ediciones.

Mentor y catalizador de procesos de cambio en organizaciones complejas y ecosistemas digitales.

Ha dirigido iniciativas de transformación en empresas de telecomunicaciones, salud, e-commerce, servicios públicos, empresas y organizaciones sociales.

Especialidades
- Agile Coaching y Liderazgo Adaptativo
- Transformación cultural y gestión del cambio
- Innovación empresarial y metodologías disruptivas
- OKRs, Scrum, Kanban, Design Thinking, Agile HR
- Ciberseguridad, calidad y gestión IT (ISO 27001, ITIL, PRINCE2)

Formador y Embajador del Conocimiento
- CEO y Co-Fundador de Mobiliza Consulting & Academy
- Formador oficial certificado por Scrum Manager, CertiProf, PECB
- Cibercooperante INCIBE y Embajador CertiProf
- Máster en Formación del Profesorado y Licenciado en Informática (UPV)
- Colegiado COIICV e ISACA

Misión
Facilitar que organizaciones y profesionales prosperen en entornos inciertos, aplicando metodologías ágiles, inteligencia colectiva y liderazgo transformador. Cree firmemente que escuchar, co-crear y experimentar son los pilares de la evolución real.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨 𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐬:
Blog: Mobiliza Academy
YouTube: AgileValencia
Certificaciones: Scrum Manager, Certiprof, PECB

Impulsando el cambio desde la acción, acumulo más de 35 años de experiencia liderando proyectos estratégicos en empresas del sector tecnológico, industrial, servicios y tercer sector. Ha acompañado a cientos de equipos y líderes en su evolución hacia... Show more

I got my first full-time job as a developer in 1999 and have been working in software development ever since then. I wear different hats - a developer, an engineering manager, and a product manager.

I’m CTO at ivelum, where we build custom software for startups and enterprises, and I also work on Teamplify – a team management suite for engineering teams.

I got my first full-time job as a developer in 1999 and have been working in software development ever since then. I wear different hats - a developer, an engineering manager, and a product manager. I’m CTO at ivelum, where we build custom softwar... Show more

Camilo Leon is a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS specialized on RDS SQL Server and based off San Francisco, California. Systems Engineer and Microsoft Consulting Services veteran with over thirty years of Software Development and IT Consulting experience working on challenging SQL Server engagements with Fortune 500 companies across the globe.

He works with AWS customers to provide architectural guidance and technical support for the design, deployment and management of their AWS relational database workloads and business applications. In his spare time, he enjoys mountain biking, photography, and movies.

Camilo Leon is a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS specialized on RDS SQL Server and based off San Francisco, California. Systems Engineer and Microsoft Consulting Services veteran with over thirty years of Software Development and IT Consulting e... Show more

Salvatore is a software developer with a passion for Ops and cloud technologies.
Skilled in .NET and Linux development, he’s always keen to learn new things and share his knowledge with others, both as an attendant and speaker at Italian and international tech conferences.

He brings his knowledge and passion to his team at Ellycode, where he works as a project manager.

Salvatore is a software developer with a passion for Ops and cloud technologies. Skilled in .NET and Linux development, he’s always keen to learn new things and share his knowledge with others, both as an attendant and speaker at Italian and intern... Show more

working with behavior change for over 35 years. I have spoken to audiences in in southern California and Taiwan regarding behavior and Interspecies behavior change. I prefer doing talks in Southern California.

working with behavior change for over 35 years. I have spoken to audiences in in southern California and Taiwan regarding behavior and Interspecies behavior change. I prefer doing talks in Southern California. Show more

Microsoft MVP em Web Development & Developer Tools, mentora de desenvolvedores, palestrante, Software Engineer com + de 9 anos na área de tecnologia, sendo guia de carreira em tecnologia e desenvolvimento front-end nas redes @lari.sazevedo e mãe de 6 gatos.

Microsoft MVP em Web Development & Developer Tools, mentora de desenvolvedores, palestrante, Software Engineer com + de 9 anos na área de tecnologia, sendo guia de carreira em tecnologia e desenvolvimento front-end nas redes @lari.sazevedo e mãe de 6... Show more

Kari Adams is a recognized leader in inclusive education, systems change, and equity-focused leadership. As the Inclusive Leadership Center Director at Chapman University’s Thompson Policy Institute, Kari leads the Coalition of Inclusive School Leaders, partnering with school administrators to develop inclusive systems that center students with disabilities, particularly those most marginalized. With nearly two decades of experience, Kari’s work has focused on dismantling barriers, building educator capacity, and improving outcomes for diverse learners. Her previous role as a special education coordinator at Newport-Mesa Unified School District involved district-wide initiatives in inclusion, literacy, and leadership development. Kari’s expertise lies in aligning systems for meaningful change, fostering safe and supportive school environments, and amplifying the voices of students often pushed to the margins. She currently serves as President of the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 17, continuing her mission to advance equitable opportunities for all students.

Kari Adams is a recognized leader in inclusive education, systems change, and equity-focused leadership. As the Inclusive Leadership Center Director at Chapman University’s Thompson Policy Institute, Kari leads the Coalition of Inclusive School Leade... Show more

Erin Howland has lived in more countries than U.S. states and collects university degrees like other people collect coins. She has master's degrees in data science and Nordic studies (history) and baccalaureate degrees in accounting and history. She uses these accumulated skills and experiences in her role as a consultant for EJ Enterprises LLC, a company she and her husband created.

She can usually be found at acro, yoga, running and hiking outdoors, and picking up heavy things and setting them back down repeatedly. When not wiggling, she's probably asking why/why not something is the way it is (or isn't) and furiously researching. She also watches way too many horse videos.

Erin Howland has lived in more countries than U.S. states and collects university degrees like other people collect coins. She has master's degrees in data science and Nordic studies (history) and baccalaureate degrees in accounting and history. She ... Show more

As a software engineering student at ENSET Mohammedia, my dedication to technology and community betterment is at the core of my professional pursuits. I take pride in my role as a GDSC Mentor at ENSET Mohammedia, where I empower local communities by facilitating access to technical education and enhancing skills.

This year, I am honored to have been elected as the N7 Geeks President, an esteemed position that unites all tech communities within our school. This role not only signifies the trust and confidence my school community places in me but also amplifies my commitment to fostering an environment where technology serves as a bridge to innovation and growth.

My commitment to user-centric product development was solidified upon completing the Google UX Design Certification, an experience that honed my skills in creating intuitive and impactful user experiences. As I continue my journey as a software engineer, I am driven by the dual engines of technical proficiency and a heartfelt commitment to societal contribution. I am enthusiastic about the opportunities ahead to further influence the tech sphere positively and to leave a lasting, beneficial imprint on the world

As a software engineering student at ENSET Mohammedia, my dedication to technology and community betterment is at the core of my professional pursuits. I take pride in my role as a GDSC Mentor at ENSET Mohammedia, where I empower local communities by... Show more

Burnout Expert, Speaker & Founder of The Anti-Burnout Club

Bex Spiller is an award-winning speaker, workplace wellbeing consultant, and the founder of The Anti-Burnout Club – a social enterprise that’s helped over 10,000 people reduce stress and feel more in control of their lives.

With a background in organisational behaviour, economics of wellbeing and leadership (including a Postgrad from Warwick Business School), Bex blends real-world experience with research-backed tools to tackle burnout head-on.

She’s worked with the NHS, Macmillan, and Women’s Aid, and her work has been featured on the BBC, Sky News, Metro, and Vogue.

She has also spoken on stages across the country including TEDx, The Big Retreat and for dozens of company offsites.

Through engaging talks that are both practical and powerful, Bex helps individuals and teams create healthier, more sustainable ways of working – without the hustle or fluff.

Her signature BURN Framework has been used to support emotionally demanding teams, fast-paced startups, and purpose-led organisations that want to thrive without burning out.

Bex’s mission is simple: To prove that wellbeing isn’t a luxury or a tick-box – it’s the foundation for high performance, strong leadership, and a life that actually feels good to live.

Burnout Expert, Speaker & Founder of The Anti-Burnout Club Bex Spiller is an award-winning speaker, workplace wellbeing consultant, and the founder of The Anti-Burnout Club – a social enterprise that’s helped over 10,000 people reduce stress and f... Show more

Anu is a Data Engineer in the PRIMO team at Microsoft, with a passion for helping organizations build powerful analytics solutions on Azure.

With years of experience in the field, Anu has a strong understanding of the latest trends and technologies in Azure data and analytics. She has worked with several organizations to help them leverage the power of Azure for their data needs.

As a passionate advocate for Azure data and analytics products, Anu is always eager to share her knowledge and insights with others.

Anu is a Data Engineer in the PRIMO team at Microsoft, with a passion for helping organizations build powerful analytics solutions on Azure. With years of experience in the field, Anu has a strong understanding of the latest trends and technologie... 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

Hi there, I'm Nino! An Italian-Finnish theoretical physicist turned into Big Data for a living. My relentless curiosity drives me to continuously explore new languages and frameworks.
Over the past five years, I've thrived in roles ranging from DevOps and Full-Stack to Platform and Big Data Engineering.

When I'm not diving into data, you can find me challenging gravity with bouldering, centering my mind through yoga, or strategizing my next chess move.

Hi there, I'm Nino! An Italian-Finnish theoretical physicist turned into Big Data for a living. My relentless curiosity drives me to continuously explore new languages and frameworks. Over the past five years, I've thrived in roles ranging from Dev... Show more

Docente en la Universidad Autónoma de Manizales y Universidad de Caldas en Colombia, Ingeniera Electrónica, Master en Gestión y Desarrollo de Proyectos de Software y Master en Astronomía y Astrofísica.

Docente en la Universidad Autónoma de Manizales y Universidad de Caldas en Colombia, Ingeniera Electrónica, Master en Gestión y Desarrollo de Proyectos de Software y Master en Astronomía y Astrofísica. Show more

Travis Frisinger, with over 20 years in the software industry, serves as a Technical Director of AI at 8th Light. His interests lie in exploring development operations, artificial intelligence, and developer productivity engineering, reflecting a passion for the evolving landscape of technology.

Travis Frisinger, with over 20 years in the software industry, serves as a Technical Director of AI at 8th Light. His interests lie in exploring development operations, artificial intelligence, and developer productivity engineering, reflecting a pas... 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

I'm a highly ambitious and passionate Physicist turned Machine Learning Engineer, with extensive experience in healthcare AI projects and special interest in Explainable AI.

I'm a highly ambitious and passionate Physicist turned Machine Learning Engineer, with extensive experience in healthcare AI projects and special interest in Explainable AI. Show more

AI Researcher | ML & NLP Enthusiast | LLM & GenAI Specialist | Google Cloud Advocate | Quantum Computing | Mentor |

AI Researcher | ML & NLP Enthusiast | LLM & GenAI Specialist | Google Cloud Advocate | Quantum Computing | Mentor | 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

I'm Josh Grant, a test automation professional with over 13 years experience. I've worked at all levels of the test automation pyramid and have worked with customer-facing teams and engineering teams. I currently reside in lovely Toronto, Ontario.

I'm Josh Grant, a test automation professional with over 13 years experience. I've worked at all levels of the test automation pyramid and have worked with customer-facing teams and engineering teams. I currently reside in lovely Toronto, Ontario. Show more

Sebastian es Ingeniero de Sistemas, desarrollador Fullstack y actual CTO en Navi, una startup enfocada en conectar tecnología con impacto social. Con experiencia en Flutter, Firebase y Node.js, lidera el desarrollo de productos digitales que buscan resolver problemas reales. Además, organiza comunidades como GDG Sucre y Flutter Sucre, donde promueve el aprendizaje colaborativo y la innovación.

Sebastian es Ingeniero de Sistemas, desarrollador Fullstack y actual CTO en Navi, una startup enfocada en conectar tecnología con impacto social. Con experiencia en Flutter, Firebase y Node.js, lidera el desarrollo de productos digitales que buscan r... Show more

Stepan is a veteran software engineer with 15 YoE, passionate about People, Products, and Technology. He is currently focusing on Frontend, Full Stack, and Mobile development. With real-world experience in both startups and FAANG, there’s virtually nothing he can’t build.

However, building things is just the beginning of his journey. Stepan is diving deeper into the research of Deep Practice, sharing knowledge, and—most importantly—meta-skills with fellow athletes and developers.

Stepan is a veteran software engineer with 15 YoE, passionate about People, Products, and Technology. He is currently focusing on Frontend, Full Stack, and Mobile development. With real-world experience in both startups and FAANG, there’s virtually n... 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 Inria (Paris), SuperTokens (YC 20), FamPay (YC 19), Logy.AI, 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 Inria (Paris), SuperTokens (Y... Show more