Vinnie brings over 20 years of global expertise in the Product and Delivery space, having worked with more than 100 teams and trained over 800 professionals. She has worked across sectors like IT and Business Agility, particularly in HR, Marketing, and Finance.
Her work has led to significant improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and cultural transformation by enhancing communication and engagement.

She makes this happen by helping product and delivery leaders overcome challenges that impact team performance, delivery speed, and product success. By applying systems thinking, team dynamics expertise, and agile principles and practices, she works with leaders to align outcomes ensuring sustainable results.

Her industry expertise includes mining, engineering, retail, education, automotive, security, government, energy, oil and gas and financial services. She has a robust background in Project Management, Delivery, Product, HR, Start-ups, and Strategy.

As an active member of the agile community and an international conference speaker, Vinnie is renowned for delivering actionable insights through engaging storytelling and humour. Her extensive international and cross-cultural experience enriches her dynamic approach.

Vinnie brings over 20 years of global expertise in the Product and Delivery space, having worked with more than 100 teams and trained over 800 professionals. She has worked across sectors like IT and Business Agility, particularly in HR, Marketing, a... Show more

I am an experienced Innovation Designer and Personal Freedom Facilitator with a deep love for self-development and inner freedom. Drawing on a background in design thinking and a keen understanding of neurodiversity, I specialize in creating inclusive, socially sustainable, and human-centered solutions. I believe that by fostering environments where all individuals can tap into their unique strengths, we pave the way for transformative growth—both personally and collectively.

I have led workshops, trainings and sessions focused on leveraging creativity and technology to drive innovative thinking, collaborating with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges. Committed to building bridges between different perspectives, I thrive on turning bold ideas into actionable strategies that yield meaningful, sustainable impact in the short and long term. My aim is always to bring people together in ways that spark self-discovery, creative expression, and personal liberation, ultimately empowering every individual to step fully into their potential.

I am an experienced Innovation Designer and Personal Freedom Facilitator with a deep love for self-development and inner freedom. Drawing on a background in design thinking and a keen understanding of neurodiversity, I specialize in creating inclusiv... Show more

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

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

Matthew started working on the Web in '95 at an experimental dance company in Ottawa Canada. This became an obsession with bleeding edge technologies. His decades of experience in the technology sphere as a project manager and Web application architect segued into joining the Drupal community in 2007. He has spoken at numerous tech conferences. Saunders was on the Drupalcon Denver organizing committee, is Director of Drupalcamp Colorado, and helped found the Drupal Event Organizing Working Group. Matthew recently left Pfizer as Delivery Lead for the Health Care Provider Portal and is looking for his next challenge. He runs a consultancy at https://www.jamesmatthewsaunders.ai. He is an activist in neurodiversity. Matthew recently joined amazee.io as their AI Ambassador.

Matthew started working on the Web in '95 at an experimental dance company in Ottawa Canada. This became an obsession with bleeding edge technologies. His decades of experience in the technology sphere as a project manager and Web application archite... Show more

I am a Tech Lead Software Engineer at Cisco ThousandEyes, specializing in observability to ensure our customers can effectively monitor their products. My recent work involves using OpenTelemetry to stream telemetry data, enhancing network visibility and performance for our clients.

I actively participate in the tech community, frequently attending conferences and meet-ups to share knowledge and stay abreast of industry trends.

I am a Tech Lead Software Engineer at Cisco ThousandEyes, specializing in observability to ensure our customers can effectively monitor their products. My recent work involves using OpenTelemetry to stream telemetry data, enhancing network visibility... 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

Vijay is a seasoned data and software engineer currently serving as the Staff Software Engineer for TRM Labs Next-Generation Data Platform. In his career, he has previously worked at companies like LinkedIn and Expedia, and he brings deep expertise in Data Lakehouse architectures, real-time streaming, and building secure, high-throughput pipelines for petabyte-scale customer facing analytics.

Vijay is a seasoned data and software engineer currently serving as the Staff Software Engineer for TRM Labs Next-Generation Data Platform. In his career, he has previously worked at companies like LinkedIn and Expedia, and he brings deep expertise i... Show more

Senior architecture-centric design-driven Technologist.

Senior architecture-centric design-driven Technologist. 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

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

Sheetal Kaul is a seasoned Senior SOC Design Engineer at Intel Corporation with over 10 years of specialized experience in digital IP and System-on-Chip (SOC) design. Based in Hillsboro, Oregon, she has established herself as a leading expert in low-power design technologies and digital IC development.
Sheetal holds a Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering from Portland State University (2015), specializing in Digital IC Design, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication Engineering from the University of Jammu, India (2006). Her strong academic foundation, reflected in her 3.78 GPA, has served as the cornerstone for her distinguished career in semiconductor design.
At Intel Corporation, where she has progressed through multiple engineering roles since 2015, Sheetal has made significant contributions to power optimization and SOC integration. Her expertise encompasses developing low-power features including Dynamic Frequency Scaling (DFS), Dynamic Voltage Scaling (DVS), and Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS) to improve Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) metrics. She has successfully designed FPGA acceleration platforms, implemented APB protocol specifications, and managed comprehensive quality flows including Clock Domain Crossing (CDC), Reset Domain Crossing (RDC), and Unified Power Format (UPF).
Her technical proficiency spans multiple programming languages including Verilog, System Verilog, C, TCL, and Perl, along with industry-standard tools such as VCS, Design Compiler, and Quartus. Sheetal's role as a partition owner has given her end-to-end responsibility for backend flows, from synthesis through place and route to timing convergence.
Prior to her semiconductor career, Sheetal gained valuable experience in software development across the telecom domain, working with prestigious organizations including Nokia, Renesas Mobile Corporation, and HSBC Global Technology. This diverse background has enriched her understanding of system-level design and cross-functional collaboration.
Sheetal is an active contributor to the engineering community, holding senior memberships in IEEE and fellowships in multiple professional organizations including IETE and NIPES. She has authored several publications on low-power design techniques and telemedicine applications, demonstrating her commitment to advancing the field through research and knowledge sharing.

Sheetal Kaul is a seasoned Senior SOC Design Engineer at Intel Corporation with over 10 years of specialized experience in digital IP and System-on-Chip (SOC) design. Based in Hillsboro, Oregon, she has established herself as a leading expert in low-... Show more

Melanie Suzanne Wilson combines a heritage of public speaking expertise with a passion for innovation and wellness.

Melanie Suzanne Wilson combines a heritage of public speaking expertise with a passion for innovation and wellness. Show more

Raquel Thompson joined Barbados Community College and completed her degree. She is 13 years experienced architecture professional with involvement across a wide range of project types and sizes. Barbados Community College Raquel Thompson has experience in planning, designing, and constructing major and minor renovation and architecture projects inclusive of Institutional, recreational, commercial, and residential facilities.

Raquel Shaheda Karimah Thompson has a background in directing all project phases, from design through completion of construction. Raquel Thompson is a motivated designer with excellent interpersonal communication skills, relationship management, and execution skills. It can be noted that Raquel works well under pressure.

Raquel Thompson joined Barbados Community College and completed her degree. She is 13 years experienced architecture professional with involvement across a wide range of project types and sizes. Barbados Community College Raquel Thompson has experien... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I’m an AI/ML engineer and researcher who loves turning complex ideas into practical real-world solutions, who thrives on building smart, scalable systems , from an intelligent automation to advanced AI modeling pipelines. I don’t just experiment with models, I deploy them, optimize them, and make them work where it matters. Over the past four years, I’ve worked across industries retail automation, aviation, and neuroscience building systems that blend innovation with impact. I’m passionate about computer vision, generative AI, and making cutting-edge tech accessible to developers everywhere.

I’m an AI/ML engineer and researcher who loves turning complex ideas into practical real-world solutions, who thrives on building smart, scalable systems , from an intelligent automation to advanced AI modeling pipelines. I don’t just experiment with... Show more

En 25 ans de travail dans l'IT, j'ai rapidement migré du DEV COBOL (reconversion en 1999, après Master 2 en Océanologie Biologique) vers la collaboration avec le client, en tant que BA et MOA puis PO. Quelques missions en analyse fonctionnelle, audit organisation et pas mal de conduite du changement. En 2021, retour en agilité avec le rôle de PO et actuellement en analyse fonctionnelle pour modélisation BPM / workflow.

En 25 ans de travail dans l'IT, j'ai rapidement migré du DEV COBOL (reconversion en 1999, après Master 2 en Océanologie Biologique) vers la collaboration avec le client, en tant que BA et MOA puis PO. Quelques missions en analyse fonctionnelle, audit... 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

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

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

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

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

Micaela Dixon is a Senior Product Designer for AI & Growth at Picsart. As an AI Product Designer, Micaela is skilled in navigating challenges like data collection, model training and ensuring transparency in user interactions through UX. Advocating for ethical AI design, she has a focus on building inclusive technology that brings positive societal impact.

Micaela Dixon is a Senior Product Designer for AI & Growth at Picsart. As an AI Product Designer, Micaela is skilled in navigating challenges like data collection, model training and ensuring transparency in user interactions through UX. Advocating f... Show more

I have over 8 years of experience in the IT field and am currently pursuing a PhD in Machine Learning in Healthcare at the University of Newcastle, Australia. I have also been honoured to receive prestigious fellowships, including the CMIE and WOS-C Scientist.

I have over 8 years of experience in the IT field and am currently pursuing a PhD in Machine Learning in Healthcare at the University of Newcastle, Australia. I have also been honoured to receive prestigious fellowships, including the CMIE and WOS-C ... Show more

Oliver is the Chief Privacy Office and Director of Security and Compliance at TAXbit, where he manages all aspects of security and compliance, including Incident Management/Response, Corporate Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Security Guidance, Product Security, Physical Security, and Compliance audits.

Before joining TAXbit in 2023, he was Head of Cloud Security at Uber Engineering in Seattle. There, he built a team working on secure-by-default architecture, best practices, engineering standards, automated compliance (SOC II, SOX, PCI, HIPPA, GDPR, ISO 27001), monitoring tools, data security, and threat detection/response solutions for all of Uber’s cloud assets and engineering efforts.

Prior to that, Oliver spent over 18 years at Microsoft, where he worked in various engineering and engineering management roles contributing to Windows client security (developing, testing, and releasing security updates), anti-piracy, cloud security standards, security testing (Windows, Office, and Azure), and continuous integration/delivery for all the company’s commercial online services.

In his spare time, he also volunteers to deliver (security) engineering training to schools and start-up companies in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Oliver is the Chief Privacy Office and Director of Security and Compliance at TAXbit, where he manages all aspects of security and compliance, including Incident Management/Response, Corporate Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Security Guidance, ... Show more

Geospatial expert, data scientist - PhD student.

Geospatial expert, data scientist - PhD student. Show more

Data scientist and AI Engineer expert with over 5 years of experience in the AI, Data & Robotics fields. A developer behind various national-level AI & Data Solutions innovations, including Generative AI technologies such as Large Language Models, Multimodal, and Multi-Agent systems.

Data scientist and AI Engineer expert with over 5 years of experience in the AI, Data & Robotics fields. A developer behind various national-level AI & Data Solutions innovations, including Generative AI technologies such as Large Language Models, Mu... Show more

With over a decade of experience as a technical developer educator, Gilberto has made complex concepts accessible to over 100,000 students and engineers through both online learning platforms and in-person experiences.

At Codecademy, he authored and launched several foundational programming courses. Since then, he's worn multiple hats as both product manager and developer educator at developer-loved tech companies, including MongoDB, Domino Data Lab, Plaid, and Snowflake.

Gilberto is passionate about crafting exceptional developer experiences and educational resources. He frequently writes about data engineering, AI, and application development.

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

With over a decade of experience as a technical developer educator, Gilberto has made complex concepts accessible to over 100,000 students and engineers through both online learning platforms and in-person experiences. At Codecademy, he authored a... Show more

As a Global Brand Builder and Product Leader, I specialize in deploying innovative marketing strategies tailored to startups and expansion-stage companies. With a proven track record in technology-driven industries, I have influenced over 12 domestic and global product launches, seamlessly accelerating brand performance through data-driven growth strategies. My professional experience spans Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Aesthetics, Manufacturing, Solar and Nuclear Energy, Healthcare, Legal, Retail, CPG, Cannabis/CBD, Supply Chain, Telecommunications, and Hospitality industries.

I excel at positioning domestic and global market campaigns for success by leveraging advanced analytics and customized brand strategies designed to optimize sales funnels and drive revenue growth. My expertise in digital marketing, growth hacking, and international business enables me to deliver flexible, tech-enabled solutions that meet specific client needs.

Driven by success, my integrated marketing initiatives utilize cutting-edge technology to achieve measurable results. Through rigorous client research and a deep understanding of target audiences, I deliver solutions that thrive in their intended markets, with a strategic focus on expanding business footprints. This approach enhances visibility, market share, and insights, promoting scalable growth and ensuring sustainable competitive advantage.

As a Global Brand Builder and Product Leader, I specialize in deploying innovative marketing strategies tailored to startups and expansion-stage companies. With a proven track record in technology-driven industries, I have influenced over 12 domestic... Show more