I am a Data Analytics Engineer with a strong passion for data and a growing ambition in Data Science. I enjoy transforming raw data into meaningful insights that support decision-making and create real value.

I have solid experience in data analysis, reporting, and visualization, with a particular interest in building interactive dashboards using Power BI, Figma and working with SQL for data extraction and modeling. I also enjoy applying Python for data analysis and machine learning, where I love experimenting with models and translating theory into practical solutions.

I am a Data Analytics Engineer with a strong passion for data and a growing ambition in Data Science. I enjoy transforming raw data into meaningful insights that support decision-making and create real value. I have solid experience in data analys... Show more

I am Taha Bouhsine, from a small town near Agadir, currently based in San Francisco, USA, trying to decipher the magic of AI and create cheesy-titled papers for the AI research community.

I am an AI/ML Google Developer Expert, I tend to be a generalist having experience working on different types of tasks in software engineering, machine learning engineering, research engineering, and electrical engineering while specializing in Deep Learning with a focus on Multimodality Deep Learning, Representation Learning, and Continual Learning. I published research papers on Machine Learning applied to different fields including aviation safety, civil engineering, security, and remote sensing.

I had the honor of founding a GDSC UIZ in Agadir. Together with my team, we organized over 90 events that reached more than 2,000 people. I am also the founder of MLNomads, a research community dedicated to collaborating on ML research projects on nights and weekends. I am also one of the Organizers of the new GDG Agadir team. I also enjoy the creation of small videos explaining different concepts in Machine Learning.

Apart from my community work, I'm a football enthusiast, just like any other Moroccan. I love watching our national team's matches and also playing football myself. I also enjoy cycling and swimming, and in the past, I used to practice karate, I participated in multiple international competitions. I enjoy writing poetry both in English and Arabic, which I use as a personal journal and self-reflecting way to understand myself and look for ways to improve myself. I also enjoy recording voice-overs of different poetries I like and also those ones I write, as well as recording podcasts that only my friends listen to. Recently, I started challenging myself to learn guitar and to learn how to play gnawa music over the guitar instead of the ganbri.

I am Taha Bouhsine, from a small town near Agadir, currently based in San Francisco, USA, trying to decipher the magic of AI and create cheesy-titled papers for the AI research community. I am an AI/ML Google Developer Expert, I tend to be a gener... Show more

After spending many years in the Java ecosystem, GJ has extensive experience with Architecture, Development Infrastructure and everything Java and Kotlin. He has a special passion (or obsession?) for simplicity, consistency and good naming. His current focus is on Reactive Programming, Quantum Computing and the Lukashian Calendar.

After spending many years in the Java ecosystem, GJ has extensive experience with Architecture, Development Infrastructure and everything Java and Kotlin. He has a special passion (or obsession?) for simplicity, consistency and good naming. His curre... Show more

Most health and longevity speakers offer one of three things: a personal transformation story, a single-discipline expertise, or a wellness philosophy. Dr. Paul Kilgore brings something almost no one else on a stage can: the full vertical stack — from outbreak investigation in the field, to the bench science of clinical trials, to the bedside of 36 years of patient care, to the laptop of every audience member who walks away with working tools they can use that night.

His authority is built on a career at the front lines of public health science — much of it conducted on the ground, internationally. Dr. Kilgore lived overseas for 12 years and has conducted clinical work and research across approximately 30 countries, giving him a globally grounded perspective on infectious disease, travel medicine, vaccine policy, and the practical realities of staying healthy across cultures and borders. He is a board-certified internist, physician-epidemiologist, longevity medicine physician, Wayne State University professor, and former CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer — the elite federal corps trained to investigate disease outbreaks in real time, known as the "Disease Detectives." He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) and the author of more than 150 peer-reviewed publications across vaccine science, infectious disease epidemiology, environmental health, travel and global health, and longevity medicine. He has served as a principal investigator on COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials, conducted research on the Flint Water Crisis, and advised on global immunization strategy. National media — including CBS News' The Takeout with Major Garrett and WDET's Detroit Today — turn to him when complex health science needs to be made clear, accurate, and actionable for the public.

What makes Dr. Kilgore singular among health and wellness speakers is what he has built outside the lecture hall. At drpaulkilgore.com, he has created one of the most comprehensive evidence-based longevity and wellness ecosystems available directly to the public — a working library of more than 50 physician-designed, trademarked health tools and risk calculators. These tools span the full architecture of personal health: biological age (Phenotypic Age Calculator), cardiovascular risk (CardioGuard HF™, AHA PREVENT CVD Risk), cancer (CancerClarity™), bone health (BoneWise™), cognitive and mental health (MindScreen™), nutrition and supplements (NutriGuard Rx™, SuppleSafe 360™), medication safety (MedCheck Rx™, MedList Pro™), vaccine planning (VaxLife™), travel and global health (TravelGuard™), women's health (OvarySpan™), endurance and athletic readiness (EnduranceReady™, IronReady™), and a full suite of biomarker analyzers covering metabolic, inflammatory, autoimmune, lipid, thyroid, iron, and kidney function. Alongside the tools, he has authored two structured courses — the Health Breakthrough Blueprint and the Personal Health Strategy program — a seven-volume checklist library with 860+ actionable items, 28 printable health-tracking templates, the "Ask Dr. Paul" podcast, and a tiered consultation practice that runs from focused four-session coaching to concierge-level longevity medicine. His content library is also licensed to employers as a turnkey corporate wellness solution covering up to 100 employees.

At the center of it all is the DETECTIVE Method™ — Dr. Kilgore's signature 9-step framework that translates the same evidence-based reasoning he was trained to apply to outbreaks into a personal health strategy anyone can use to live longer and healthier. It is the connective tissue between the science he has produced for three decades and the decisions a listener will make tomorrow morning.

What audiences get: a speaker who has done the science, written the papers, run the trials, sat at the bedside, built the tools, and worked across cultures and continents — and can hand attendees a working library, not a slide deck, the moment the talk ends. Conferences book Dr. Kilgore when they want a health keynote that delivers credibility, clarity, and immediate action — not just inspiration.

His message: you don't need a medical degree to make world-class decisions about your own health. You need the right framework, the right tools, and a physician who has spent 36 years — across more than 30 countries — figuring out how to put both in your hands.

Most health and longevity speakers offer one of three things: a personal transformation story, a single-discipline expertise, or a wellness philosophy. Dr. Paul Kilgore brings something almost no one else on a stage can: the full vertical stack — fro... Show more

Senior Data Professional and Developer at heart, with over a decade of experience in building and optimising database applications, web services and end-to-end data workflows, using industry-standards, tools and practices. From a young age, I had an analytical mindset and enjoyed taking toys to pieces, which ultimately inspired me to pursue a career in IT. I hold both a Master's and an Engineering degree in computer science and recently was awarded O'Reilly DEI Scholarship 2025. Lego fun.

Senior Data Professional and Developer at heart, with over a decade of experience in building and optimising database applications, web services and end-to-end data workflows, using industry-standards, tools and practices. From a young age, I had an ... Show more

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI.
Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI

https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49

Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experience (Now retired), criminal profiling, and teaching experience (adjunct professor). Crux has now taken his years of experience, education research, and training; to incorporate novel methods of teaching/learning. Crux has utilized his background in Psychology, Team Building, and Behavioral Profiling to implement said methods to take out the law-enforcement aspect and make these skills people/civilian practical.

#Cybersecurity, #CriminalProfile, #Ninja, #Keynote, #Speaker, #TeamBuilding #TeamDynamics #TechPsychology, #Security, #DevopSec
Law Enforcement experience:

•Homicide Detective
•Criminal Profiler
•Gang Unit Specialist Detective
•Hostage Negotiator
•Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer
•School Resources Officer (SRO)
•Five years as a Special Agent with the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND (DHS)

Now retired, Crux worked as a Homicide Detective, Criminal Profiler, and Hostage Negotiator with the Fort Wayne (Indiana) Police Dept.

Teaching experience:
Currently, Crux is an Adjunct Professor:

•Psychology
•Business Psychology
•Social Media Psychology
•Criminal Profiling
•Criminal Behavior
•Computer Psychology
•Sociology (Group Dynamics)

Education:

•Bachelor of Science degree; Criminology (Ball State University, 1994).

•Master’s degree; Forensic Psychology (Walden University, 2012).

•Currently, a Ph.D. Candidate (Forensic Psychology) at Walden University

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI. Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49 Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experi... Show more

Success Aisagbonbu is an accomplished Business Analyst, Functional Consultant, and Strategic Leader specializing in enterprise ERP transformations with a core focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O). Sitting at the intersection of executive vision and technical execution, Success translates complex business needs into streamlined, scalable systems—integrating practical enterprise Al, including Microsoft Copilot, to maximize operational efficiency and drive measurable business value.
Beyond functional architecture, Success is a passionate advocate for human-centered change management, strategic leadership, and elevating women in technology. Whether guiding cross-functional teams through high-stakes ERP rollouts or championing diversity in the tech ecosystem, she is dedicated to transforming how organizations leverage technology while inspiring the next generation of women tech leaders.

Success Aisagbonbu is an accomplished Business Analyst, Functional Consultant, and Strategic Leader specializing in enterprise ERP transformations with a core focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O). Sitting at the intersectio... Show more

Abdul Aleem Khan is a UK-based software engineer and technical co-founder who has been building production AI systems since 2018. His work ranges from computer vision running on edge devices in retail stores to real-time news pipelines that detect and rewrite biased and toxic content. As co-founder and CTO of two AI startups, he built and led engineering and AI teams, designed microservice and edge architectures, and created proprietary datasets where public ones did not exist. Products he built have been recognised by national and Asia-Pacific technology awards, and he was selected for Google for Startups' first AI Academy APAC. He speaks about practical, production-grade AI: what works, what breaks, and how to keep humans in the loop.

Abdul Aleem Khan is a UK-based software engineer and technical co-founder who has been building production AI systems since 2018. His work ranges from computer vision running on edge devices in retail stores to real-time news pipelines that detect an... Show more

I am Tarun Jain, Founding Engineer at a Stealth Startup and YouTuber with 4.06K+ subscribers on AI with Tarun. A two-time Google Summer of Code alum (2023 at caMicroscope, 2024 at Red Hen Lab) and Google Developer Expert in AI. I'm an active speaker in the PyCon APAC region. Spoke at EuroPython, PyCon: Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Australia.

Portfolio: https://tarunjain.netlify.app/

I am Tarun Jain, Founding Engineer at a Stealth Startup and YouTuber with 4.06K+ subscribers on AI with Tarun. A two-time Google Summer of Code alum (2023 at caMicroscope, 2024 at Red Hen Lab) and Google Developer Expert in AI. I'm an active speaker ... Show more

Ravindra Annam is an AI & Cyber Security Architect with over 20 years of experience specializing in AI Security, Application Security, Threat Modeling, DevSecOps, Cloud Security, and Enterprise Product Security Architecture.

He focuses on securing AI agents, LLM-integrated applications, MCP ecosystems, autonomous workflows, APIs, and cloud-native enterprise platforms using secure-by-design and runtime security methodologies.

Ravindra actively researches AI threat modeling, prompt injection defenses, agentic AI security, runtime AI protection, and enterprise AI governance while helping organizations build secure AI-driven systems at scale.

Ravindra Annam is an AI & Cyber Security Architect with over 20 years of experience specializing in AI Security, Application Security, Threat Modeling, DevSecOps, Cloud Security, and Enterprise Product Security Architecture. He focuses on securing... Show more

As a self-taught product designer, over the past 4 years of my design career, it's been a fun and rewarding experience helping start-up and cross-functional teams globally design and build products across the Fintech, Social commerce, Entertainment and Transportation industries with an impact on over 100's of users.

Currently, I am part of the product team at Rafiki.works fostering growth opportunities for freelancers in Africa. In addition, as a Mentor at Na'amal, a UK-based non-profit organisation for social good, I provide mentorship training for refugees and individuals in underrepresented communities with skills training and mentorship needed to strive in the digitised global labour market in collaboration with the World Bank.

As a self-taught product designer, over the past 4 years of my design career, it's been a fun and rewarding experience helping start-up and cross-functional teams globally design and build products across the Fintech, Social commerce, Entertainment a... Show more

Sarvpriya Raj Kumar is an Enterprise IT professional specializing in the integration of engineering and enterprise information systems for Manufacturing Industry. He works at Dassault Systèmes as a Senior Solutions Engineer and is pursuing an Industrial PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the Politecnico di Milano. His educational and professional experience covers mechanical engineering, product design, additive manufacturing, and digital manufacturing.

His doctoral research focuses on integrating Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) using Generative AI. The research investigates how information generated during product development, manufacturing, supply-chain management, and distribution can be connected within a unified digital environment in the form of GraphRAG Systems Architecture, using the development and production of a two-wheeled vehicle as an industrial application.

He is also a co-author of the 2026 scientific papers "A Semantic Middleware Architecture for PLM-ERP-MES Integration Leveraging Knowledge Graphs and AI/ML in Discrete Manufacturing". and A GraphRAG-Based Orchestration Framework for Intelligent Enterprise System Architecture: Unified Cross-System Integration for PLM, ERP and MES". The studies explores how knowledge graphs and Generative AI can support interoperability, data exchange, and traceability among otherwise separate industrial systems. His work contributes to the development of connected and intelligent manufacturing environments in which product, production, supplier, and business information can be used throughout the complete product lifecycle.

Sarvpriya Raj Kumar is an Enterprise IT professional specializing in the integration of engineering and enterprise information systems for Manufacturing Industry. He works at Dassault Systèmes as a Senior Solutions Engineer and is pursuing an Industr... Show more

Natalia Bielczyk, PhD, is a computational neuroscientist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Ontology of Value®, a talent intelligence and career development company operating across the US and Europe. After a decade researching causal systems in the human brain, she now explores one of the defining questions of our time: how to adopt AI at scale without eroding human thinking, judgment, and wellbeing. Her frameworks — including "cognitive debt" and the Brain Economy — have reached audiences across three continents, from Princeton to Groningen University to WORKTECH San Francisco.

Natalia Bielczyk, PhD, is a computational neuroscientist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Ontology of Value®, a talent intelligence and career development company operating across the US and Europe. After a decade researching causal systems in the human... Show more

Madeleine Al-Tahan is an Associate Professor of Mathematics and Chairperson of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Abu Dhabi University, UAE. She is a Senior Fellow of Advance HE (SFHEA) with over 16 years of experience in higher education, specialising in innovative mathematics education, active learning, and curriculum enhancement. Her teaching integrates artificial intelligence, gamification, inquiry-based learning, and authentic assessment to create engaging and inclusive learning environments. Madeleine has redesigned core mathematics courses, developed student-centred initiatives such as the D-I Challenge and Pi Day celebrations, and facilitates workshops in Python, SPSS, MATLAB, and AI-enhanced teaching. Her educational innovations have resulted in consistently high student engagement and satisfaction and have been shared through international conferences and faculty development initiatives. Alongside her educational leadership, she is an active researcher with more than 80 publications in algebra and fuzzy algebraic structures.

Madeleine Al-Tahan is an Associate Professor of Mathematics and Chairperson of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Abu Dhabi University, UAE. She is a Senior Fellow of Advance HE (SFHEA) with over 16 years of experience in higher educatio... 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

Deniz "Den" Mutlu is a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, Microsoft Security MVP and Director, member of the ext-board at Swiss Post cybersecurity in Switzerland. He specializes in Blue Teaming strategies, SOC implementation, SIEM architectures, and deploying Microsoft Security solutions.

Previously, Deniz worked as a System & Network Engineer, managing various projects with Microsoft Solutions for 10 years. For nearly a decade, he has specialized in cybersecurity, consulting to improve clients' security posture and implement robust security solutions.

In 2020, Deniz joined Hacknowledge, establishing its first Microsoft Team. He is passionate about Microsoft security solutions, particularly Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel. Deniz supports clients with a practical, threat-based approach, helping them audit, configure, and improve their security environments.

Additionally, Deniz enjoys sharing his cybersecurity and Microsoft solutions expertise as a lecturer at various universities and schools.

Deniz "Den" Mutlu is a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, Microsoft Security MVP and Director, member of the ext-board at Swiss Post cybersecurity in Switzerland. He specializes in Blue Teaming strategies, SOC implementation, SIEM architectures, and dep... Show more

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customers to plan enterprise analytics strategies, evaluate new tools and products, conduct training sessions and hackathons, and architect solutions that improve the quality of care and reduce costs. He strives to be a trusted advisor to his customers and is always seeking new ways to drive progress and help organizations thrive. Based in Minnesota, he is a veteran of the Microsoft data speaker network and has worked with hundreds of customers on their data management and analytics strategies.

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customer... Show more

Martha Priddle is a Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant. She has previously worked for the Nova Scotia SPCA as a dog and cat care attendant. Martha has 10 years working in the animal training and behaviour sector, and believes passionately in force free training methods. As a Certified Behavior Adjustment Training Instructor (Knowledge Assessed) Martha specializes in working with fearful and reactive dogs. Currently, Martha works in the veterinary ER, and is passionate about implementing low-stress handling methods.

Martha Priddle is a Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant. She has previously worked for the Nova Scotia SPCA as a dog and cat care attendant. Martha has 10 years working in the animal training and behaviour sector, and believes passionately in force ... Show more

I’m a Cloud, DevOps, and Platform Engineer with hands-on experience in AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, Linux, Git, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD, Helm, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, OpenSearch, Ansible, Python, and Infrastructure as Code.

I enjoy building scalable cloud-native platforms, automating infrastructure, improving reliability through SRE practices, and implementing observability solutions. I'm passionate about open source, platform engineering, automation, and sharing practical knowledge with the engineering community.

You can learn more about my work, projects, and community initiatives at kashakash.in.

I’m a Cloud, DevOps, and Platform Engineer with hands-on experience in AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, Linux, Git, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD, Helm, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, OpenSearch, Ansible, Python, and Infras... Show more

Dr. Santosh Suresh is a distinguished imaging scientist and engineer with over a decade of specialized experience in real-time image processing, computer vision, and advanced algorithm development. As a Principal Image Processing Engineer at Auris Health Inc., he leads cutting-edge initiatives in medical imaging technologies that are revolutionizing minimally invasive diagnostics and treatment.
Dr. Suresh earned his Ph.D. in Imaging Science from Rochester Institute of Technology, where his groundbreaking research on multi-channel image analysis for solar dynamics established his reputation as an innovative problem-solver. His academic foundation, combined with experience at prestigious organizations including Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Intel Corporation, has shaped his unique approach to complex imaging challenges.
At Auris Health, Dr. Suresh spearheads the development of sophisticated endoscopic imaging solutions, designing bit-accurate ISP models for FPGA implementation and creating auto light and exposure gain control systems that maintain exceptional video quality for surgeons. His contributions were instrumental in the successful launch of Auris Health's robotics platform for lung cancer detection, which has significantly advanced diagnostic capabilities in pulmonology.
Previously at GEO Semiconductor, he pioneered HDR solutions and automatic flicker detection/correction algorithms that improved automotive safety imaging systems, boosting the accuracy of pedestrian and lane detection by 40% in challenging lighting environments. His work at Karl Storz Endoscopy focused on real-time color image processing algorithms for medical endoscopic cameras, enhancing diagnostic precision for clinicians.
Dr. Suresh's expertise spans multiple imaging modalities including Clear Pixel, RGB-IR, and flicker mitigation technologies. His proficiency in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, and OpenCV enables him to develop sophisticated solutions for complex imaging problems. As a contributor to IEEE P2020 standards for automotive image quality and an NSF research grant recipient, he continues to advance the field through both practical applications and academic contributions.
Recognized among the top 5% of earners in his field, Dr. Suresh combines technical excellence with practical implementation skills to develop imaging technologies that transform medical diagnostics, enhance automotive safety, and advance scientific understanding.

Dr. Santosh Suresh is a distinguished imaging scientist and engineer with over a decade of specialized experience in real-time image processing, computer vision, and advanced algorithm development. As a Principal Image Processing Engineer at Auris He... Show more

Milan Cheeks is the founder and CEO of SELF Labs Inc., a technology company developing AI-powered products and infrastructure designed to improve how people live, work, create, and interact with technology.

He is leading the development of SELF OS, an AI-native operating environment designed to bring intelligent agents, decentralized applications, digital identity, and user-controlled computing into a unified ecosystem. He is also developing ESSENCE, a blockchain-based utility and economic layer intended to reward verified participation and contributions within the SELF network.

Through SELF Labs, Milan works across artificial intelligence, decentralized infrastructure, robotics, real estate technology, digital economies, and next-generation human-computer interaction.

His broader mission is to build technology that gives individuals greater ownership of their data, intelligence, devices, and economic value—helping move society from centralized digital platforms toward more personalized and user-owned technological systems.

Milan Cheeks is the founder and CEO of SELF Labs Inc., a technology company developing AI-powered products and infrastructure designed to improve how people live, work, create, and interact with technology. He is leading the development of SELF OS... Show more

Artificial Intelligence Researcher at Bandhan Technologies with 5+ years of experience in software engineering, AI/ML Research, and Generative AI systems. Specialized in building scalable AI solutions using LLMs, Agentic AI, Generative AI, RAG pipelines, and modern AI architectures for enterprise applications. Experienced in designing end-to-end AI/ML systems, including model development, experimentation, evaluation, optimization, prototyping, deployment, and solution engineering. Strong focus on AI architecture, LLMOps, scalable AI systems, and applied AI research.
Skilled in Python, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NLP, Generative AI, cloud platforms, and modern AI frameworks for developing production-ready intelligent systems.

Author of 41 peer-reviewed publications across Springer, IEEE, ACM, and Elsevier, including a Best Research Contribution Award in applied AI and intelligent systems. Previously worked as a Software Engineer in Data Engineering, contributing to large-scale healthcare analytics platforms and enterprise data systems.

Passionate about advancing enterprise AI through scalable architectures, applied research, and AI-driven innovation.

Artificial Intelligence Researcher at Bandhan Technologies with 5+ years of experience in software engineering, AI/ML Research, and Generative AI systems. Specialized in building scalable AI solutions using LLMs, Agentic AI, Generative AI, RAG pipeli... Show more

Bhishm Juneja is a Product Manager in IBM's AIOps on IBM Z portfolio, responsible for IBM Z Automation Web Console, IBM Z System Automation, and CICS Performance Analyzer for z/OS. He focuses on modernizing IBM Z operations through automation, observability, and AI-powered experiences, helping organizations simplify operations, improve resiliency, and address the IBM Z skills gap.

Bhishm Juneja is a Product Manager in IBM's AIOps on IBM Z portfolio, responsible for IBM Z Automation Web Console, IBM Z System Automation, and CICS Performance Analyzer for z/OS. He focuses on modernizing IBM Z operations through automation, observ... Show more

Hiroshi Watanabe, PhD, is a professor teaching quantum physics, semiconductor memories and advanced nanoelectron devices in dept. of Electrical & Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan. He has published many journal & conference papers and invented more than 150 granted patents all over the world (including more than 60 US granted). Until 2010, he had worked for Toshiba’s Headquarter RD Center and been engaged in the reliability study of several electron devices including NAND Flash. He received PhD in theoretical physics in 1994 from U. Tsukuba, Japan. He has served as an Advisory Board Member for the Future of Memory and Storage (FMS) (2018–present) and as a TPC member for IEEE EDTM since 2026. In 2023, he founded IEEE Taipei Blockchain Group and has been Co-Chair of it. He is a member of the SEMI MIS (Metrology & Inspection Summit) Initiatives Committee. He is a Senior Member of IEEE.

Hiroshi Watanabe, PhD, is a professor teaching quantum physics, semiconductor memories and advanced nanoelectron devices in dept. of Electrical & Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan. He has published many journal & ... Show more

Paul-Nicolae Capotă is an accomplished cybersecurity professional with over seven years of experience spanning enterprise incident response, digital forensics (DFIR), malware reverse engineering, and penetration testing. Known for bridging the gap between deep-dive investigations and security engineering, Paul frequently designs full-stack tools and AI-assisted workflows to optimize security operations.

Core Experience
- ThreatSeer & Red Baron Security: As a Co-Founder and Security Researcher, he designs agentic LLM architectures for autonomous vulnerability scanning, engineers AI pipelines for exploit analysis, and delivers on-demand penetration tests for clients.
- Visma: Advanced from a SOC analyst to an enterprise Incident Responder. He specialized in Windows/Linux forensics, log investigations, and reverse-engineering ransomware and info-stealers to neutralize active threats.

Paul-Nicolae Capotă is an accomplished cybersecurity professional with over seven years of experience spanning enterprise incident response, digital forensics (DFIR), malware reverse engineering, and penetration testing. Known for bridging the gap be... Show more

Manish is a developer relations and product engineer working across generative AI and open source. Over five years he has led product and marketing teams, built and maintained open-source projects, and run the hackathons, conferences, and GTM programs that bring developer ecosystems together. His work sits at the intersection of what developers need and where the tooling is going, and most of it starts by watching real builders solve real problems.

Manish is a developer relations and product engineer working across generative AI and open source. Over five years he has led product and marketing teams, built and maintained open-source projects, and run the hackathons, conferences, and GTM program... Show more

Kushal Pokhrel is a globally engaged technology leader and applied AI researcher, bridging the domains of network engineering, cybersecurity, and intelligent systems. With a strong foundation in enterprise infrastructure and over five years of industry experience, he architects robust ICT solutions for Australian telecommunications and consulting sectors. Recognized as a Google Developer Expert in Machine Learning, he collaborates with leading researchers and institutions to develop and publish cutting-edge work in computer vision, generative models, and large language models—contributing to journals like Cybernetics and Systems and conferences such as ACIIDS and Springer LNCS. His academic journey, marked by distinction and awards, reflects his deep commitment to knowledge, earning him invitations as a guest speaker and mentor at institutional showcases. Kushal’s project portfolio spans medical AI systems, adversarial security for LLMs, and multimodal model evaluation—merging research precision with practical innovation. As a passionate educator and speaker, he empowers the next generation of data scientists through structured, real-world teaching. Driven by curiosity and purpose, Kushal consistently pushes the boundaries between academic excellence, open innovation, and scalable technological impact.

Kushal Pokhrel is a globally engaged technology leader and applied AI researcher, bridging the domains of network engineering, cybersecurity, and intelligent systems. With a strong foundation in enterprise infrastructure and over five years of indust... Show more

Monika Von Hofmann is an esteemed leader in the realm of space consulting, recognized for her profound expertise and strategic leadership. Her illustrious career, spanning more than two decades, positions her at the forefront of the industry as the CEO and President of Axia Consult. This firm specializes in global strategy consulting and business development within the space sector, showcasing her dedication to professional excellence and personal growth.

Under Monika's leadership as President, CEO, and co-founder, she has been pivotal in cultivating Axia Consult's reputation as a leader in the space industry. The firm specializes in international business development and strategic consulting services, particularly for high-technology, science, and space-related initiatives. Known for prioritizing client needs and maintaining strict confidentiality, Axia Consult has become a trusted partner for government and private sector clients, advising on space capabilities, development, and risk management.

Her expertise in navigating complex leadership challenges, strategic planning, cultural nuances, and organizational design in uncertain times makes her a highly sought-after consultant in the space sector. Her company has served prominent clients like Southwest Research Institute, the European Space Agency, and Hughes, offering them valuable strategic direction. Her ability to communicate in multiple languages, including English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, German, and Arabic, has fostered successful international collaborations.

Monika Von Hofmann's educational pursuits and relentless research have greatly enriched her professional expertise. Though the specifics of her academic qualifications could be more detailed, her commitment to advancing her knowledge of space policy and international relations is evident. She remains dedicated to researching and understanding the dynamic intersections of space activities and global policies, aiming to contribute thoughtfully to the field's evolution.

In addition to her professional life, she is deeply committed to philanthropy and has a long history of supporting global and local charitable organizations. Initially involved with global causes like UNHCR, WWF, the Environmental Defense Fund, and the ASPCA, she has recently focused on local community issues, supporting initiatives related to beach cleaning, children's welfare, education, medical care, and food security.

Outside her professional commitments, Monika finds joy and inspiration in various hobbies and interests that balance her busy life. Her pursuits in cross-country skiing, golf, classical music, reading, continuous learning, problem-solving, and travel provide her with valuable downtime, nurturing her curiosity and broadening her perspectives.

Monika Von Hofmann's impactful career in space consulting, combined with her dedication to philanthropy and personal development, exemplifies her visionary leadership role. Her strategic influence at Axia Consult has guided numerous clients through complex space-related challenges, while her academic and multilingual capabilities continue to propel the space policy sector forward. Her philanthropic and personal activities further demonstrate her well-rounded character, highlighting her commitment to making a meaningful difference within and beyond her industry.

Monika Von Hofmann is an esteemed leader in the realm of space consulting, recognized for her profound expertise and strategic leadership. Her illustrious career, spanning more than two decades, positions her at the forefront of the industry as the C... Show more

Co-founder at Archestra - building an open-source AI platform for enterprises + OpenAPPA, an MIT-licensed, deterministic agentic security framework.

Ex-Grafana. Active member of the MCP contributors community.

In a past life, biochemist at Harvard University and McGill University.

Co-founder at Archestra - building an open-source AI platform for enterprises + OpenAPPA, an MIT-licensed, deterministic agentic security framework. Ex-Grafana. Active member of the MCP contributors community. In a past life, biochemist at Harv... Show more

Mark Lawson is Director of Technology for Technologists of Color, where he helps design and lead technology initiatives, workforce programs, applied AI experiences, and community-based programming for Black technologists, entrepreneurs, and emerging technology professionals.

Drawing on extensive experience in software development, architecture, technology leadership, and product strategy, Mark brings a practical perspective on how software products move from idea to implementation. His work with Technologists of Color focuses on creating programs and platforms that help people build skills, access opportunities, understand emerging technology, and apply technology to real-world problems.

Mark also appeared on CodeTV’s *The Full Stack* as one half of the 404 Arc-itects, competing in a six-week software development competition that moved teams from pitch through product launch. That experience reinforced many of the lessons he applies in his work today around product thinking, scope, rapid decision-making, AI-assisted development, and building technology that is useful, understandable, and worth adopting.

Mark Lawson is Director of Technology for Technologists of Color, where he helps design and lead technology initiatives, workforce programs, applied AI experiences, and community-based programming for Black technologists, entrepreneurs, and emerging ... Show more