7546 People have climbed Mount Everest. Only 1 started in a wheelchair.
Robby Kojetin is an international motivational speaker who transformed a life-altering accident that left him paralysed into a journey to the summit of Mount Everest. From wheelchair to the world’s highest peak, his story is a powerful testament to resilience, mindset, and deliberate action. Blending humour, honesty, and practical insight, Robby equips leaders and teams to navigate adversity, perform under pressure, and move forward with clarity and courage—no matter how steep the climb.

7546 People have climbed Mount Everest. Only 1 started in a wheelchair. Robby Kojetin is an international motivational speaker who transformed a life-altering accident that left him paralysed into a journey to the summit of Mount Everest. From whee... Show more

Annapurneswar Putrevu is a strategic Enterprise Architect and Senior Manager with over 22 years of experience driving enterprise-wide IT transformation. He specializes in enterprise data platforms, cloud computing, AI/ML, middleware, and digital transformation—aligning technology strategy with business impact.

At Bloom Energy, he leads three verticals—cloud applications, middleware, and QA—delivering scalable and secure enterprise solutions. He architected a modern Enterprise Data Platform that integrates real-time data pipelines, strong governance, and analytics-driven automation, achieving a 100% increase in data accuracy through automated reconciliation and anomaly detection. This work has been presented at industry forums, where Annapurneswar has spoken about building data platforms as the backbone of digital enterprises.

His portfolio includes Ask EBS, a GenAI-powered Oracle ERP solution enabling SQL-free insights with 60% faster data retrieval, and the AMG Financiers Public Portal, which automated compliance tracking and delivered $600K annual savings. He has also built ML-based forecasting platforms improving spare parts accuracy by 15% and reducing costs by 18%, along with private API ecosystems, sales data marts, and end-to-end DevOps pipelines.

Earlier, he managed large-scale ERP and Salesforce Service Cloud implementations, and as a Principal Consultant at Oracle Corporation, delivered 200+ global integrations. His career reflects a strong balance of hands-on architecture, business leadership, and cross-functional innovation.

Annapurneswar holds a Master of Computer Applications (NIT Raipur), an Advanced Software Engineering Certification (IIT-M), and a Postgraduate Certificate in AI/ML (Texas McCombs). He is also AWS Cloud Practitioner certified, an APICS Supply Chain Management credential holder, and currently serves as a judge for the Globee Awards, recognizing excellence in global technology innovation.

During his academic journey, he completed a project on The blower failure prediction project is a machine learning initiative aimed at transitioning from reactive to predictive maintenance for fuel blowers. which laid the foundation for his passion for enterprise-scale systems.

A published author and sought-after conference speaker, Annapurneswar is known for his innovation-driven mindset and ability to deliver enterprise data solutions that transform operations and drive measurable value.

Annapurneswar Putrevu is a strategic Enterprise Architect and Senior Manager with over 22 years of experience driving enterprise-wide IT transformation. He specializes in enterprise data platforms, cloud computing, AI/ML, middleware, and digital tran... Show more

Mitul Trivedi is a seasoned Data Scientist with over 13 years of expertise in Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. He is a certified Databricks Professional, specializing in building scalable GenAI solutions, semantic search optimization, and RAG frameworks. Mitul has led impactful AI initiatives across legal, automotive, and logistics domains, delivering applications ranging from legal chatbots and predictive analytics to recommendation engines and sentiment analysis. His technical stack includes advanced LLMs (GPT-4o, Claude, Sonnet), vector databases (Pinecone, Chroma), and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure). A multilingual AI practitioner, Mitul has developed GenAI products for both English and French legal markets. He holds multiple postgraduate degrees in data science and analytics from top U.S. institutions and is recognized for his strong ability to bridge technical insights with business value.

Mitul Trivedi is a seasoned Data Scientist with over 13 years of expertise in Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. He is a certified Databricks Professional, specializing in building scalable GenAI solutions, semantic search optimizati... Show more

Building great startups in Data and AI

Building great startups in Data and AI Show more

CTO of Adelean, working with search and providing consulting services and expertise around Elasticsearch, Lucene and Solr. She brings her energy to leveraging search engines, as they become more and more essential in every domain.

CTO of Adelean, working with search and providing consulting services and expertise around Elasticsearch, Lucene and Solr. She brings her energy to leveraging search engines, as they become more and more essential in every domain. Show more

Working on Java and Spring from more than 10 years. FOSS evangelist from ever.
I'm working on automated data exchange from 15 years for Immobiliare.it SpA

Working on Java and Spring from more than 10 years. FOSS evangelist from ever. I'm working on automated data exchange from 15 years for Immobiliare.it SpA Show more

Recruiter based in Houston, working remotely for an executive recruitment firm focused on oil & gas, industrial automation, and SaaS.

Recruiter based in Houston, working remotely for an executive recruitment firm focused on oil & gas, industrial automation, and SaaS. Show more

Shyalan Ramesh is a researcher and developer passionate about building technology that bridges people and platforms. His work spans web, cloud, and AI-driven applications, and he is currently a Software Developer. As an active member of the developer community through GDD, he has mentored and organised events to help students turn ideas into real-world solutions. Outside of code, he’s fascinated by how design and technology shape the future of human interaction.

Shyalan Ramesh is a researcher and developer passionate about building technology that bridges people and platforms. His work spans web, cloud, and AI-driven applications, and he is currently a Software Developer. As an active member of the developer... Show more

A Frontend Engineer with an interest in developing interactive web applications, particularly those incorporating 3D technology and creative visualization.

A Frontend Engineer with an interest in developing interactive web applications, particularly those incorporating 3D technology and creative visualization. Show more

Karen Cannell is CTHO of TH Technology, a US-based consulting firm focused on Oracle technology solutions with an APEX specialty. Karen has over 30 years’ IT experience serving government, engineering, healthcare and fisheries industries. Karen is an Oracle ACE Director, retired ODTUG Director and KEO#1, APEX gal, part mermaid, frequent user group volunteer, advocate and conference presenter. She can be reached at kcannell@thtechnology.com and @thtechnology

Karen Cannell is CTHO of TH Technology, a US-based consulting firm focused on Oracle technology solutions with an APEX specialty. Karen has over 30 years’ IT experience serving government, engineering, healthcare and fisheries industries. Karen is a... Show more

Eddie is a SeniorProduct Manager for AI on GKE at Google Cloud. He helps drive the successful adoption of AI and ML solutions on Google Kubernetes Engine by deeply understanding customer needs and market trends. Eddie works closely with product and engineering teams to ensure Google Kubernetes Engine delivers maximum value and solve critical business problems. His work includes:
• Engaging with customers and partners to gather feedback and identify opportunities.
• Contributing to product strategy and roadmap development.
• Creating and delivering content to enable field teams and customers.
• Advocating for new features and improvements based on customer insights.

Eddie also co-Authored Kubernetes Best Practices.

Eddie is a SeniorProduct Manager for AI on GKE at Google Cloud. He helps drive the successful adoption of AI and ML solutions on Google Kubernetes Engine by deeply understanding customer needs and market trends. Eddie works closely with product and e... Show more

Stéphanie Fischer est coach agile et formatrice. Elle s'intéresse particulièrement aux interactions humaines, à l'accompagnement au changement des équipes, organisations et nouveaux rôles. Elle utilise des pratiques et outils, en évitant tout dogmatisme afin de s'adapter au mieux au rythme et au contexte du client dans le changement.

Stéphanie Fischer est coach agile et formatrice. Elle s'intéresse particulièrement aux interactions humaines, à l'accompagnement au changement des équipes, organisations et nouveaux rôles. Elle utilise des pratiques et outils, en évitant tout dogmati... Show more

Atlanta-based activist, author, and attorney Sandra Barnhill ignites transformation through powerful storytelling, empowering audiences to build an equitable society with both tough-minded wisdom and tender-hearted grace.

Atlanta-based activist, author, and attorney Sandra Barnhill ignites transformation through powerful storytelling, empowering audiences to build an equitable society with both tough-minded wisdom and tender-hearted grace. Show more

Dean has a background combining physics and computer science. He’s worked on quantum optics and communication, computer vision, software development and design. He’s currently CEO at DagsHub, where he builds products that enable data scientists to work together and get their models to production, using popular open source tools.

He’s also the host of the MLOps Podcast, where he speaks with industry experts about ML in production.

Dean has a background combining physics and computer science. He’s worked on quantum optics and communication, computer vision, software development and design. He’s currently CEO at DagsHub, where he builds products that enable data scientists to wo... Show more

Nada Lena Nasserdeen is the CEO and Founder of Rise Up For You, a global leadership and career confidence company dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential through soft skills development. A #1 Best Selling Author, 2x TEDx Speaker, and Leadership and Confidence Coach, Nada has impacted over 100,000 individuals worldwide with her transformative coaching and training programs.

With a Master’s degree in Executive Leadership and more than a decade of experience as a professor and executive in education, Nada brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical expertise. She has shared stages with influential figures like Tony Robbins, Les Brown, and Marie Forleo, and has been featured on platforms like Bloomberg, Canada’s Global TV, and Radio Canada. As a co-host of The Office Hours talk show, Nada interviews celebrities, athletes, and entrepreneurs, providing insights on leadership and personal growth.

Recognized for her work in promoting leadership and emotional intelligence, Nada has been honored with awards such as the California Women of Influence Award for Entrepreneurship and the Keynote Speaker Award from the Lebanese Collegiate Network. Through Rise Up For You, Nada and her team have partnered with Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and individuals across more than 50 countries, empowering them to enhance their leadership, communication, and overall performance.

Her signature message—"The greatest tragedy is wasted human potential"—drives her mission to help professionals rise up, take the lead, and achieve sustainable success.

Nada Lena Nasserdeen is the CEO and Founder of Rise Up For You, a global leadership and career confidence company dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential through soft skills development. A #1 Best Selling ... Show more

Working full-time on developing and integrating AI solution for our clients. Machine learning expert and Cloud DevOps Engineer.

Master's degree specialized in artificial intelligence and bachelor degree in software engineering.

Working full-time on developing and integrating AI solution for our clients. Machine learning expert and Cloud DevOps Engineer. Master's degree specialized in artificial intelligence and bachelor degree in software engineering. Show more

Solution and Cloud Architect with a rich history in information technologies and systems management. During my career, I have laid hands on many projects in IT infrastructure and software development, varying in size, scale and complexity. Starting with the first steps of planning and preparation, to the final deployment and implementation. I have experience working with many business domains: energy, e-commerce, banking, IT industry, telecommunication, logistics and supply chain management and other.

Solution and Cloud Architect with a rich history in information technologies and systems management. During my career, I have laid hands on many projects in IT infrastructure and software development, varying in size, scale and complexity. Starting w... Show more

Suvendu is a Sr Machine Learning Engineer at Amazon, where he specializes in advancing supervised fine-tuning and RLHF pipelines for large language models ranging from 7B to 470B parameters. With more than 15 years of experience, Suvendu has architected scalable distributed-training systems using Megatron-LM 3D parallelism, DeepSpeed ZeRO, PyTorch FSDP, and AWS Trainium—consistently reducing training costs and latency while maintaining model quality.
His MLOps expertise spans SageMaker, MLflow, and TensorRT-based on-device inference, where he has delivered 3× throughput gains and 30% latency reductions in production workloads. Suvendu has also built real-time recommendation systems at HBO Max and predictive maintenance platforms at Equinix. An active open-source contributor and author of a widely adopted MLOps framework on AWS’s GitHub, he regularly mentors on distributed ML best practices. Suvendu holds a Master’s in Computer Science and has presented at AWS internal tech talks. He is passionate about demystifying cloud economics for ML practitioners."

Suvendu is a Sr Machine Learning Engineer at Amazon, where he specializes in advancing supervised fine-tuning and RLHF pipelines for large language models ranging from 7B to 470B parameters. With more than 15 years of experience, Suvendu has architec... Show more

Jaivardhan is an Open Source Software Enthusiast, working with Red Hat as an Engineering manager. I contribute to projects like Janus-IDP, Backstage, OpenShift, fabric8-analytics, and technologies that revolve around IDEs, and user interfaces/web.

Jaivardhan is an Open Source Software Enthusiast, working with Red Hat as an Engineering manager. I contribute to projects like Janus-IDP, Backstage, OpenShift, fabric8-analytics, and technologies that revolve around IDEs, and user interfaces/web. Show more

Nagasruthi Kattula is a distinguished Software Engineering Leader with over a decade of expertise in enterprise application development, security architecture, and automation. Currently serving as Manager of Software Engineering at Okta, she leads a team of engineers focused on enhancing global customer experience, including federal clients, while strengthening security postures across Go-To-Market technology.
As a 10x Salesforce Certified professional, Nagasruthi holds numerous prestigious credentials, including Salesforce Certified Application Architect, Development Lifecycle and Deployment Designer, Integration Architecture Designer, Data Architecture and Management Designer, and Sharing and Visibility Designer. Her comprehensive certification portfolio demonstrates her exceptional proficiency across the Salesforce ecosystem.
Prior to her management role, Nagasruthi served as Principal Software Engineer at Okta, where she led significant security initiatives, including implementing IP restrictions for over 3,000 users and 100+ service accounts, decoupling integration permissions to mitigate third-party attack risks, and remediating various security vulnerabilities in Apex code. Her expertise extends to rotating secrets for 250+ connected apps and implementing automation for critical business processes.
Throughout her career at organizations including Bigcommerce, Visa, CodeForce 360, and Health Management Systems, Nagasruthi has consistently delivered innovative solutions that bridge business needs with technical excellence. Her experience spans Salesforce architecture, cloud integrations, enterprise security, and software development across multiple platforms and frameworks.
Nagasruthi holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Northern Illinois University and a Bachelor's in Computer Science from V.R. Siddhartha Engineering College. During her academic career, she served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, instructing undergraduates and graduates in programming languages and databases while assisting with research projects.
A visionary leader with exceptional technical acumen, Nagasruthi excels at fostering team collaboration, optimizing development workflows, and implementing security-first engineering solutions. Her ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives has consistently delivered scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise applications that drive organizational success.

Nagasruthi Kattula is a distinguished Software Engineering Leader with over a decade of expertise in enterprise application development, security architecture, and automation. Currently serving as Manager of Software Engineering at Okta, she leads a ... Show more

Ingeniero en sistemas hace mas de 20 años, especializado en la nube

Ingeniero en sistemas hace mas de 20 años, especializado en la nube Show more

Lakshya Kumar Sinha has embarked on a diverse professional journey marked by an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for making a positive impact.

With a rich background spanning roles in business and marketing strategy, leadership in non-profit organizations, graphic and UI/UX design, and social media marketing. Lakshya embodies a well-rounded approach to life and learning.
His commitment to innovation, eco-friendly urban transport, and a continuous drive to embrace new challenges and opportunities.

Moreover, his skills in public speaking and presentation add a unique dimension to his multifaceted skill set, enabling effective communication and collaboration.

Lakshya Kumar Sinha has embarked on a diverse professional journey marked by an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for making a positive impact. With a rich background spanning roles in business and market... Show more

Desarrollador especializado en visualización de datos geoespaciales, con experiencia en el diseño y desarrollo de soluciones basadas en datos geoespaciales. Ha liderado proyectos de visualización y análisis territorial usando tecnologías como PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Python Dash y servicios de AWS (S3, EC2, CloudFront), integrando mapas interactivos, capas dinámicas y análisis espacial.

Actualmente trabajo en la intersección entre tecnología, análisis territorial y transformación digital, desarrollando dashboards interactivos para gobiernos, ONGs y el sector privado en Bolivia. Entre mis proyectos recientes destacan: Un sistema de monitoreo territorial para pueblos indígenas de la Amazonía y una plataforma de geointeligencia para definir ubicaciones estratégicas de agencias bancarias.

Apasionado por el uso de la tecnología para resolver problemas reales, sociales y estratégicos, busca impulsar el uso responsable y accesible de herramientas en la nube en América Latina.

Desarrollador especializado en visualización de datos geoespaciales, con experiencia en el diseño y desarrollo de soluciones basadas en datos geoespaciales. Ha liderado proyectos de visualización y análisis territorial usando tecnologías como Postgre... Show more

Kelly Revenaugh is the Developer Relations lead at Kubeshop, an open source accelerator building tools for developers and testers in the Kubernetes & cloud native space. She enjoys bringing members of the Cloud Native community together by organizing events such as Kubernetes Community Day New York and KubeJam at KubeCon Paris 2024. In previous roles, she's created a 10k+ community for aspiring SWEs and Data Scientists, founded and lead a technical workshop series for women transitioning into tech, and more.

Kelly Revenaugh is the Developer Relations lead at Kubeshop, an open source accelerator building tools for developers and testers in the Kubernetes & cloud native space. She enjoys bringing members of the Cloud Native community together by organizing... Show more

I have been speaking for over a decade, covering topics from closed-source to open-source at conferences including Microsoft, Adobe, PHPCE, and Drupal events. From Services to PreSales, This journey has experienced speaking, Accessibility, clean mark-up initiatives by W3, User experience and content strategy as well.

I have been speaking for over a decade, covering topics from closed-source to open-source at conferences including Microsoft, Adobe, PHPCE, and Drupal events. From Services to PreSales, This journey has experienced speaking, Accessibility, clean mark... Show more

Hello, I'm Javier a serverless enthusiast. I've 8 years of experience working with serverless architectures and recently started mentoring colleagues in their serverless journey. Have a nice day

Hello, I'm Javier a serverless enthusiast. I've 8 years of experience working with serverless architectures and recently started mentoring colleagues in their serverless journey. Have a nice day Show more

A results-driven Software Developer with years of proven excellence in crafting maintainable web applications

A results-driven Software Developer with years of proven excellence in crafting maintainable web applications Show more

Rachael Ardanuy is a distinguished attorney, thought leader and founder of RZA Legal. With over a decade of experience, Rachael excels at guiding clients through starting up and building their business foundation, negotiating real estate transactions, buying and selling businesses, preparing and reviewing contracts, confirming regulatory compliance, preparing an exit strategy, business succession and estate planning. Her commitment to excellence and innovative approach to legal challenges have established her as a trusted advisor for clients across various industries including marijuana, liquor, hospitality, manufacturing, service- and product-based businesses, healthcare, and agriculture.

Throughout her career, Rachael has represented entrepreneurs and small businesses for general business counsel and has forged great relationships as local and regulatory counsel for larger law firms and companies with in-house counsel. Rachael consistently delivers strategic solutions that align with her clients' goals. Her expertise extends to navigating intricate legal landscapes, ensuring compliance with ever-evolving regulations, and advocating for her clients in high-stakes transactions.

In addition to her legal practice, Rachael frequently shares her insights on topics such as legal and policy issues facing small businesses, the intersection of business ownership and estate planning, business and legal strategy and ethics. Her engaging presentation style and ability to distill complex concepts into actionable advice make her a sought-after speaker and educator.

Rachael also serves as a volunteer attorney with the Colorado Small Business Legal Assistance Program through the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade.

When she is not advocating for her clients or inspiring others through speaking engagements, Rachael enjoys teaching Jazzercise dance-based fitness classes, reading library books in her hammock, and spending time with her family.

Rachael Ardanuy is a distinguished attorney, thought leader and founder of RZA Legal. With over a decade of experience, Rachael excels at guiding clients through starting up and building their business foundation, negotiating real estate transactions... Show more

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👋🏻 Hi! I am Semirah Dolan, a proud women in tech, from the East Coast.

🎙 I share my experience with people everyday as a Cloud Engineer & Instructor. As a Linkedin Learning Instructor & international tech speaker, I've been in rooms of C-Suite Executives, Board Members, Enterprise companies and more!

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Semirah Dolan is a highly accomplished Cloud Engineer and Diversity Ambassador, with extensive experience in delivering digital technology solutions, products, and services to drive the success of multinational companies at the forefront of digital transformation.

In addition to her impressive work in the tech industry, Semirah is also recognized as a prominent e-learning instructor and inventor. Her career in engineering began with an apprenticeship as a chemical engineer for the US Navy, where she honed her technical skills and went on to work in various industries. From her role as a manufacturing engineer at Johnson & Johnson's neuron-surgery business unit, to serving as a mechanical engineer at Alcoa's aerospace heat treatment plant, and finally as a software engineer at eBay, Semirah has built an extensive toolkit of engineering skills. Currently, she is sharing her expertise with learners worldwide by instructing Cloud Foundations on LinkedIn Learning.

A sought-after speaker, Semirah has presented at conferences globally, including the Mozilla Firefox London All Hands, the Grace Hopper Celebration for Women in Computing, the National Society of Black Engineers, Duke University, University of Massachusetts, BITCON, and many others. Her workshop topics are diverse, ranging from Cloud Computing and Infrastructure to Professional Development, and Diversity issues that have been integral to her own career journey.

During Semirah's time at eBay, she developed and patented a virtual reality experienced to aid in the enablement of live events being more handicap accessible.

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[Disclaimer: All opinions, insights, and perspectives given and portrayed through my content are my own and are not reflective of the company I work for nor the brands I collaborate with.] 💡 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 👋🏻 Hi! I am Semirah Dolan, a proud... Show more

Founder of web2wave – web2app funnels builder.
Founder of Edwin.ai (Y Combinator W18)
CPO at FindMyKids (#1 children safety app, 100M users) & LinguaLeo (20M users)

Founder of web2wave – web2app funnels builder. Founder of Edwin.ai (Y Combinator W18) CPO at FindMyKids (#1 children safety app, 100M users) & LinguaLeo (20M users) Show more