Rudi Schmidt serves as CEO at the Amanahyat Institute in Abu Dhabi (AIAD). AIAD evaluates biomedical organizations and companies, their assets and business models in the context of financing rounds, M&A and due diligence reviews.

Before AIAD, Rudi served as COO at the Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi and as CEO at !mmunetrue, a company that analyzes immunological patterns across diseases and treatments.

Rudi Schmidt also spent 15 years at Asklepios Hospitals, the 2nd largest hospital chain in Europe, the last 7 years as EVP Precision Medicine, and as CEO of several Asklepios affiliates, including a metagenome company and a provider of Real-World Data in precision medicine for commercial R&D.

In previous leadership positions, Rudi was responsible for Corporate Communications and Investor Relations at Europe's largest listed IT system house (Bechtle AG) and at debitel AG, a joint venture between DaimlerChrysler, Metro and EP, which was later acquired by Swisscom AG.

Rudi Schmidt serves as CEO at the Amanahyat Institute in Abu Dhabi (AIAD). AIAD evaluates biomedical organizations and companies, their assets and business models in the context of financing rounds, M&A and due diligence reviews. Before AIAD, Rudi... Show more

Meet Sue Richards (aka Suecurity), the ultimate tea party host of cybersecurity awareness! She has a knack for infusing fun into security awareness training. Your next security awareness training can be a memorable experience and your teams will leave energized and ready to be your first line of cyberdefense.
If you are ready to sip on some cybersecurity wisdom in the most delightful way, join her in elevating your cybersecurity culture.

Meet Sue Richards (aka Suecurity), the ultimate tea party host of cybersecurity awareness! She has a knack for infusing fun into security awareness training. Your next security awareness training can be a memorable experience and your teams will le... Show more

Cloud & AI Technologist | Open Source Contributor | Innovator & Mentor

Nida Sahar Rafee is a seasoned technologist with extensive experience in cloud computing, AI, OpenStack, and large-scale distributed systems. She has worked on core backend infrastructure for Oracle Cloud (OCI), contributed to OpenStack, and played a pivotal role in developing a unified interface for multi-datacenter monitoring at EMC2 and HP.

With 30+ awards for innovation and customer success, Nida has a track record of solving complex technical challenges. She is also a patent holder, a published author in Springer, and an advocate for women in technology, mentoring for Google Summer of Code and Google Code-in under AnitaB.org’s Systers community.

Beyond her corporate contributions, she has spoken at HP TechCon (Florida, 2009) and other industry events on topics ranging from GP GPU in servers to effective log management. A passionate open-source contributor and poet, she was the 1st runner-up in Source Code Poetry, blending creativity with technology.

Nida believes in redefining possibilities through innovation, mentorship, and community-driven impact.

Cloud & AI Technologist | Open Source Contributor | Innovator & Mentor Nida Sahar Rafee is a seasoned technologist with extensive experience in cloud computing, AI, OpenStack, and large-scale distributed systems. She has worked on core backend inf... Show more

Ich studierte Diplom Physik an der Universität Bayreuth, promovierte im Bereich der STED-Mikroskopie am MPI für biophysikalische Chemie in Göttingen und an der Universität Heidelberg. Nach acht-jähriger Industrietätigkeit bin ich seit 2016 Professor für Physik an der Technischen Hochschule Rosenheim. Ich verwende aktivierende Lehrmethoden, synchrone und asynchrone digitale Lehre und bin darin interessiert den Lernerfolg der Studierenden immer weiter zu verbessern.

Ich studierte Diplom Physik an der Universität Bayreuth, promovierte im Bereich der STED-Mikroskopie am MPI für biophysikalische Chemie in Göttingen und an der Universität Heidelberg. Nach acht-jähriger Industrietätigkeit bin ich seit 2016 Professor ... Show more

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, retail, technology, insurance, defense, and higher education.

David has been at the forefront of several movements in software development. He helped create the dojo approach to immersive learning, popularize lean and kanban methods, and introduce product thinking to the agile landscape. As an engineering leader, David was an early adopter and advocate of eXtreme Programming, Kanban and Domain Driven Design. David is a former Microsoft MVP in both Solutions Architecture and C# and co-founder of the ALT.NET movement, which has spawned dozens of user groups across the globe dedicated to open-source and modern engineering practices.

Before founding Nerd/Noir with his wife, Alexandra West, David coached the product development teams at VersionOne, a market leader in agile project management tools. These days you can find him working across several active dojos, collaborating with leaders on strategy, and helping to build capable coaching teams at Fortune 500 firms and hypergrowth startups. David started work life at the early age of five on a farm in Upstate NY — an upbringing that accounts for his lead-from-the-front approach, appreciation for small/cross-disciplinary teams, and appreciation for authentic maple syrup.

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, ret... Show more

Modern workplace advisory & lead solutions architect with a passion for using the Microsoft M365, Copilot, Power Platform and Azure technology frameworks to solve workforce challenges across Health & Public Sector.

I believe that by creating innovative digital solutions and using modern cloud based technology platforms to their fullest it enables organisations to do more with less. This approach is key to empowering a modern workforce with timely and relevant information enabling them to deliver operational success, especially when it comes to public sector and healthcare service delivery.

Modern workplace advisory & lead solutions architect with a passion for using the Microsoft M365, Copilot, Power Platform and Azure technology frameworks to solve workforce challenges across Health & Public Sector. I believe that by creating innov... 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

Vitalija thrives on turning complex data into actionable insights. For her PhD she spent years in a lab collecting data on fish, and gained a deep understanding on science-grade quantitative analytics. Today she work as a business analytics consultant using Microsoft technology, primarily Azure Databricks. She loves to talk about data and exchange best practices. When not at work you can her working on her next ceramics project.

Vitalija thrives on turning complex data into actionable insights. For her PhD she spent years in a lab collecting data on fish, and gained a deep understanding on science-grade quantitative analytics. Today she work as a business analytics consultan... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

(CTO) at Lobra Futura
Core competencies:
Azure: I have extensive experience in using Microsoft Azure to create scalable and reliable solutions
Power Platform: I am an expert on the Power Platform where I have designed Enterprise architectures and supported several major customers
Data Platform and AI: I am passionate about data-driven solutions. Implement real data-driven services particularly with Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. Also has experience in artificial intelligence and data analytics.

(CTO) at Lobra Futura Core competencies: Azure: I have extensive experience in using Microsoft Azure to create scalable and reliable solutions Power Platform: I am an expert on the Power Platform where I have designed Enterprise architectures and ... Show more

I live in Madrid with my family. I have lots of interests, and are about equally unskilled at them:

Drawing and art.
Biology.
Linguistics.
Physics.
Computers.

My day job involves computers, where I have worked for 25 years inside the tech industry. I don't have a night job.

I live in Madrid with my family. I have lots of interests, and are about equally unskilled at them: Drawing and art. Biology. Linguistics. Physics. Computers. My day job involves computers, where I have worked for 25 yea... Show more

Economic Expert in the following topics: Circular Economy, Extended Producer Responsibility, E-waste, Green patents, Critical Raw Materials, Rare Earth Elements, Glass Reinforce Plastic and end-of-life boats.
She has published several articles and reports on these topics, and she has taught at Mater level classes. She is the scientific responsible for various research projects in her research centre.

Economic Expert in the following topics: Circular Economy, Extended Producer Responsibility, E-waste, Green patents, Critical Raw Materials, Rare Earth Elements, Glass Reinforce Plastic and end-of-life boats. She has published several articles and ... Show more

A graduate of Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of professional experience in flutter. I am passionate about the health and energy sector and believe technology is the key to realizing these aspirations and making a difference in both areas. Beyond my professional endeavors, I enjoy technical debates with peers, volunteering, reading, and playing football, and can be described more from the meaning of my favorite quote: UMUNTU NGUMUNTU NGABANTU

A graduate of Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of professional experience in flutter. I am passionate about the health and energy sector and believe technology is the key to realizing these aspirations and making a difference in both areas. Beyon... Show more

Dr. Asankhaya Sharma is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Patched.codes, a deep-tech startup with the vision to automatically fix every software vulnerability in code. Dr. Sharma is a well known technology expert, author, and public speaker. He has close to two decades of experience in research and product development, holding leadership roles at startups and large enterprises.

Prior to Patched.codes, he was the Global Director of Innovation and Incubation at Veracode, an application security company. Before that, he was the Head of R&D at SourceClear (acquired by CA Technologies in 2018), the first software security company focussed on open-source security and software supply chain.

He has a PhD in Computer Science from the National University of Singapore, and has been an Adjunct Professor at the Singapore Management University, and the Singapore Institute of Technology.

Dr. Asankhaya Sharma is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Patched.codes, a deep-tech startup with the vision to automatically fix every software vulnerability in code. Dr. Sharma is a well known technology expert, author, and public spea... Show more

left .Net for Python, left BI for ML, from dev to lead, creating tools and modelling for better time-series industrial data quality - mostly water management in US cities. Happy husband and father of 6 kids, bike commuting, learning and enthusiast of Julia, Rust and rope jumping.

left .Net for Python, left BI for ML, from dev to lead, creating tools and modelling for better time-series industrial data quality - mostly water management in US cities. Happy husband and father of 6 kids, bike commuting, learning and enthusiast of... Show more

Harini is a technology leader, speaker, and mentor with extensive experience in software development, DevOps, and cloud-native architectures. Passionate about automation, security, and scalable systems, Harini has worked on building and optimizing software solutions across various industries.
With a strong background in software engineering, cloud computing, and infrastructure automation, Harini focuses on delivering high-performance, resilient, and secure applications. A frequent speaker at industry conferences, [Your Name] enjoys sharing insights on DevOps best practices, security automation, AI-driven development, and emerging trends in technology.

Harini is a technology leader, speaker, and mentor with extensive experience in software development, DevOps, and cloud-native architectures. Passionate about automation, security, and scalable systems, Harini has worked on building and optimizing so... Show more

Developer advocate, software engineer and international speaker specialised in data-driven solutions with an emphasis on prototyping, best practices and developer experience. Currently focused on enhancing developer productivity with AI-powered tools at Vonage, where I work on making complex communications APIs more accessible to developers, helping teams adopt new technologies while maintaining code quality and development velocity.

Developer advocate, software engineer and international speaker specialised in data-driven solutions with an emphasis on prototyping, best practices and developer experience. Currently focused on enhancing developer productivity with AI-powered tools... Show more

Sai Turlapati is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in Microsoft AI/Copilot, Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Fabric. A certified PMP, TOGAF, and Dynamics 365 Sales & Customer Service professional, he actively contributes to the community and authors the weekly “D365 Copilot Digest.”

Sai Turlapati is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in Microsoft AI/Copilot, Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Fabric. A certified PMP, TOGAF, and Dynamics 365 Sales & Customer Service professional, he actively contributes to the community and authors the weekly... Show more

Matt is a Senior Data and Research Analyst at Cancer Research UK, with a background in physiology and science communication. Specializing in data analysis and visualization, Matt has built numerous maps, dashboards, and tools aimed at influencing policy makers and health professionals in the UK. A recent career highlight includes having one of his dashboards featured in political debates on the UK's long-term cancer plan, underscoring his valuable contribution to public health policy.

Matt is a Senior Data and Research Analyst at Cancer Research UK, with a background in physiology and science communication. Specializing in data analysis and visualization, Matt has built numerous maps, dashboards, and tools aimed at influencing pol... Show more

Thrushna Matharasi is a distinguished data engineering and analytics leader based in Frisco, Texas, with over 12 years of industry experience. She has completed the prestigious CORE Program from Harvard Business School and holds a Master’s degree in Engineering from the University of Bridgeport. Thrushna has a proven track record of integrating generative AI and machine learning solutions to solve complex business problems in finance, healthcare, and mobile advertising. At Solera, she leads a 20+ member team of engineers, data analysts, and scientists, driving initiatives that blend advanced analytics with real-time data solutions.
Her previous work at Digital Turbine showcased her expertise in database migrations, AI-driven forecasting, and data lake house architecture, yielding cost reductions and efficiency improvements. She has a keen ability to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions, from automated GDPR compliance models to predictive analytics frameworks. Thrushna’s leadership in cloud ecosystems, streaming technologies, and generative AI highlights her as an innovative force, consistently delivering high-impact, data-driven results and guiding organizations toward data maturity and optimized performance.

Thrushna Matharasi is a distinguished data engineering and analytics leader based in Frisco, Texas, with over 12 years of industry experience. She has completed the prestigious CORE Program from Harvard Business School and holds a Master’s degree in ... Show more

Daniel holds a Master’s degree in safety and technology, and is passionate about how we can protect critical infrastructure in an increasingly digital world. Throughout his career, he has worked on security and risk management across multiple industries—spanning oil and gas, process industries, and maritime to railways and data centres. He is also a member of the working group developing IEC 62443, which gives him unique insights into global standards for industrial security. In addition, Daniel has a longstanding commitment to the Red Cross’s emergency preparedness efforts.

Daniel holds a Master’s degree in safety and technology, and is passionate about how we can protect critical infrastructure in an increasingly digital world. Throughout his career, he has worked on security and risk management across multiple industr... Show more

Brian Calfano is an accomplished journalist, professor, documentary filmmaker, and author focusing on twentieth-century political and journalism topics. His career has spanned various roles in both media and academia, contributing significantly to journalism and political science. He serves as the first scholar-in-residence at Latakoo, which provides video management solutions to major news organizations like NBC Universal, Nexstar, and Charter Spectrum. Additionally, he holds a courtesy appointment in the Department of Political Science at the University of North Texas.

Brian has an extensive background in broadcast journalism, having worked as an anchor, reporter, and political analyst. He was an anchor and political show host at KSNT 27 News, where he helped cover political events across Kansas, including areas such as Topeka, Wichita, and Kansas City. He also served as a reporter and producer for Spectrum News 1 Ohio, creating several series on political and social issues and providing commentary on breaking political news.

His work with KOLR10 in Springfield, Missouri, includes producing and anchoring several special programs, such as a one-hour special for Missouri’s bicentennial and a 16-part series on the U.S. Constitution. He also hosted a public affairs radio show, Morningline, on News Talk 560AM KWTO for seven years, where he conducted political interviews and engaged with listeners. He has also participated as a media panelist in congressional debates on KOLR10.

Brian’s documentary, Al Primo & His Eyewitness Revolution, is one of his most recognized works. It takes an in-depth look at the early history of television news and the revolution that shaped the industry. The documentary has earned several prestigious awards, including Best Documentary at the 2024 Golden Nugget International Film Festival in London, and was selected for distribution on PBS stations across the U.S.

Brian R Calfano has received numerous accolades for his journalistic achievements, including awards from the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists and the National Association of Television Arts & Sciences. He authored U.S. Political Reporting and is working on another book about a former New York news anchor.

Brian’s academic journey includes serving as the Head/Chair of the Department of Journalism at the University of Cincinnati, where he initiated several new programs, such as a student TV news operation and a collaborative documentary project. He has also taught at several universities and has been involved in numerous research initiatives.

Outside of his professional work, he is dedicated to charitable causes such as the ASPCA and Doctors Without Borders. Originally from New Jersey, he attended the University of North Texas and is an ordained deacon in the Presbyterian Church (USA). Brian Calfano’s contributions to journalism and academia continue to make a lasting impact on students, professionals, and audiences alike.

Brian Calfano is an accomplished journalist, professor, documentary filmmaker, and author focusing on twentieth-century political and journalism topics. His career has spanned various roles in both media and academia, contributing significantly to jo... Show more

Tim works for a company in the energy sector, handling their IT and business application needs. He enjoys music, sci-fi, the occasional video game, and nerding out with math-based design solutions.

Tim works for a company in the energy sector, handling their IT and business application needs. He enjoys music, sci-fi, the occasional video game, and nerding out with math-based design solutions. 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

Smita Verma is a senior technology executive with extensive experience driving innovation in enterprise cybersecurity solutions and healthcare compliance frameworks. Currently serving as a Senior Product Manager at Adobe Inc. in Austin, Texas, she leads Adobe Commerce Security, Compliance & Platform health initiatives, where she has made significant improvements in reducing Magecart attacks and minimizing outdated software risks.
Prior to Adobe, Smita held senior product management role at Dell Technologies, where she spearheaded BIOS and firmware security initiatives, achieving substantial reductions in vulnerabilities through proactive updates. Her experience also includes positions at Symantec Corporation and Thomson Reuters, where she led security engineering teams and developed innovative authentication solutions.
Smita holds an MBA from Brigham Young University's Marriott School of Management, where she specialized in Marketing, Strategy & Analytics. She earned her Bachelor of Engineering in Information Science from P E S Institute of Technology in Bangalore, India. Her technical expertise is complemented by certifications in Software Security, Adobe Security, and Agile Project Management.
Throughout her career, Smita has demonstrated exceptional leadership in developing and implementing market-leading security products that strengthen global cybersecurity standards across Fortune 500 organizations. Her achievements include delivering HIPAA-Ready Adobe Commerce solutions, generating substantial revenue growth, and pioneering AI-driven security solutions. She has consistently shown expertise in safeguarding sensitive data across U.S. healthcare systems and critical infrastructure sectors while fostering secure international digital transformation.

Smita Verma is a senior technology executive with extensive experience driving innovation in enterprise cybersecurity solutions and healthcare compliance frameworks. Currently serving as a Senior Product Manager at Adobe Inc. in Austin, Texas, she le... Show more

Pavel Yosifovich is a renowned author, developer, and expert in Windows Internals, system programming, and software development. With extensive experience in low-level programming, he has authored several highly regarded books, including Windows Internals, Part 1 (7th Edition) and Windows 10 System Programming. His works provide deep insights into Windows architecture, kernel-mode development, and debugging techniques, making them essential resources for developers, security researchers, and IT professionals.

Beyond his books, Pavel is also known for his contributions to the developer community through training, blog posts, and technical talks. He offers in-depth courses on TrainSec, where students can learn Windows Internals, debugging, and system programming directly from his expertise. His writing style balances technical depth with clarity, making complex topics accessible to both beginners and experienced programmers. Whether delving into kernel drivers, Windows debugging, or modern programming languages, Pavel’s books and courses serve as authoritative guides for those looking to master Windows and programming.

Pavel Yosifovich is a renowned author, developer, and expert in Windows Internals, system programming, and software development. With extensive experience in low-level programming, he has authored several highly regarded books, including Windows Inte... Show more

I have been part of SAP and working in the cloud field since the SAP Multi-Cloud team was founded in 2017. Since the beginning of 2022, I have been part of the SIEM team within Global Security and am mostly responsible for AWS topics.

I have been part of SAP and working in the cloud field since the SAP Multi-Cloud team was founded in 2017. Since the beginning of 2022, I have been part of the SIEM team within Global Security and am mostly responsible for AWS topics. Show more

As a co-founder of Microtica, Marija helps developers deploy infrastructure and applications on the cloud in minutes. She's a software engineer with 10+ years of experience and now works as a Head of Growth. She talks about AI in DevOps, Cloud Delivery, GitOps, and Kubernetes topics.

As a co-founder of Microtica, Marija helps developers deploy infrastructure and applications on the cloud in minutes. She's a software engineer with 10+ years of experience and now works as a Head of Growth. She talks about AI in DevOps, Cloud Delive... Show more

Ken Espiritu is passionate about developing personal projects that integrate technologies mainly on AI, machine learning, computer vision, voice technologies, robotics, and automation. With a deep interest in exploring how technology can enhance everyday life, Ken enjoys building innovative solutions that blend multiple disciplines. Outside of tech, Ken loves to travel, meet new people, learn from different perspectives, and immerse in diverse cultures. This blend of curiosity and creativity fuels his dedication to continuous learning and sharing knowledge with others.

Ken Espiritu is passionate about developing personal projects that integrate technologies mainly on AI, machine learning, computer vision, voice technologies, robotics, and automation. With a deep interest in exploring how technology can enhance ever... Show more

Starting my career by studying bioinformatics, I soon found myself in IT consulting with my first job. Initially focusing on data engineering and AI, but driven by a strong desire for complementary knowledge, I continued to pursue more expertise in the realms of infrastructure, cloud, and DevOps while working through numerous projects over the years, collecting bits of treasure in each of them.

Starting my career by studying bioinformatics, I soon found myself in IT consulting with my first job. Initially focusing on data engineering and AI, but driven by a strong desire for complementary knowledge, I continued to pursue more expertise in t... Show more