As an experienced architectural, interior, and graphic designer in St. Louis, Kelsey Jordan’s visions for the future of architecture strongly involve embedded ideologies on designing for equity in education and diversity in the built environment. Through research and practice she has been able to understand how health and wellness can be implemented to effect positive change within communities that face multifaceted issues like obesity, food deserts, poverty, educational attainment, and systemic racism in educational environments. Her first pragmatic approach to wellness in education was due to the dynamics between poverty, food deserts, obesity, and poor graduation rates plaguing Mississippi - the worst of any state at the time. Through interdisciplinary research, she designed a curriculum and educational facility in Mississippi which incorporated agriculture curriculum, which yielded enough produce to combat food scarcity for these students and their families, along with passive, evidence-based design strategies associated with higher graduation rates and mentally and physically healthier lifestyles. Due to the educational facility’s design excellence, the community can confront multifaceted issues through design. Currently as an architectural designer, Jordan utilizes her passion for design equity to create stimulating future-focused learning environments. She seeks to continuously advocate for design in terms of wellness, equity, diversity & inclusion, and finds joy in situations where she can participate as an advocate for clients and community. Serving as chair for and on various organizations, she works directly with underrepresented students to teach life skills through architecture to help drive future equality and stability. Recently she has been featured on Beyond the Built Environment as a diverse designer representing diverse designers in Missouri.

As an experienced architectural, interior, and graphic designer in St. Louis, Kelsey Jordan’s visions for the future of architecture strongly involve embedded ideologies on designing for equity in education and diversity in the built environment. Thr... Show more

Akira is a Venezuelan architect, Project Management Specialist, Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB), Agile Coach certified, Scrum Master (CSM), Management 3.0 Licensed Facilitator and as Certified Facilitator of LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY™ Method and Materials.

With extensive years of experience executing and leading projects in the sectors of Construction, Telecommunications, IT, and Banking. Currently works in Globant as a Project Manager/Scrum Master working with agile teams to deliver value to the clients. In addition to her actual role, she is a trainer of Project Management, Agile Methods, and Management 3.0 practices.

Also, she participates actively in the development of the profession of Project Management being an international speaker and university professor of postgraduate of the diploma in Project Management of the PUCV (Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso, Chile).

Specialties: Architectural design, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB), PMO Management, Portfolio Management, Knowledge and practice on Agile Methodologies like Scrum, Kanban and Lean, Change Management, Facilitation, Management 3.0.

Akira is a Venezuelan architect, Project Management Specialist, Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB), Agile Coach certified, Scrum Master (CSM), Management 3.0 Licensed Facilitator and as Certified Facilitator... Show more

Monika Proffitt is a professional speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur working a the nexus of real estate, fintech and social impact. She is the Founder of Rise Housing, a real estate company that leverages blockchain technology to create access to equity for everyday investors while bringing liquidity to real estate asset owners.

She has spoken at numerous universities and conferences throughout the US, Europe and Asia on topics ranging from the future of money, sustainability in business, blockchain for social good, and the value of cultural capital in real estate appreciation.

Monika Proffitt is a professional speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur working a the nexus of real estate, fintech and social impact. She is the Founder of Rise Housing, a real estate company that leverages blockchain technology to create access ... Show more

David Bender - founder of Brickgraph - is bringing knowledge graphs to real estate and built environment teams of all sizes. A former management consultant, digital lead, snowboard bum, and software developer with experience building market-leading data capabilities for teams in the UK and Canada David is now focused on bringing the power of graphs to teams everywhere - of all programming backgrounds, or none at all.

David Bender - founder of Brickgraph - is bringing knowledge graphs to real estate and built environment teams of all sizes. A former management consultant, digital lead, snowboard bum, and software developer with experience building market-leading d... Show more

I am a woman with a strong heart and big mind, I am proud to build others up and make the world a stronger home.

I am a woman with a strong heart and big mind, I am proud to build others up and make the world a stronger home. Show more

Artist and Architect blending boundaries between Art and Architecture, between the Digital and the Physical Space. He has worked at Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Zaha Hadid and BIG, while his works have been exhibited internationally, most recently at both the Venice and Seoul Biennale. Professor of an NFT Course at the London Architectural Association since 2021

Artist and Architect blending boundaries between Art and Architecture, between the Digital and the Physical Space. He has worked at Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Zaha Hadid and BIG, while his works have been exhibited internationally, most recently ... Show more

Shabani Urban Planner with professinalism in GIS and Remote Sensing. He graduated from Institute of Rural Development Planning (IRDP) in Dodoma with a Bachelor Degree in Urban Development and Environmental Management. He started to volunteering in Humanitarian Projects since 2017 with YouthMappers Network, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap (HOT), Crowd2Map and RamaniHuria Project. Also I got chance to be HOT Data Quality Intern in 2022.

Shabani Urban Planner with professinalism in GIS and Remote Sensing. He graduated from Institute of Rural Development Planning (IRDP) in Dodoma with a Bachelor Degree in Urban Development and Environmental Management. He started to volunteering in Hu... Show more

I am fascinated by the rapid evolution of human society brought about by technological advances.

I am a prize-winning chartered accountant by profession, I've got a passion for real estate and technology, which inevitably has led me to my current role as the Head of Sales of Metaverse Architects.

I have have experience with large corporations such as Betfair and PWC.

Non-Metaverse and Web3.0 related:

I founded and sold Malta-Pub crawl together with my ex-partner in 2019.
I am the director of MCSS Property Management, which operates and manages 14 units around the island of Malta.

I am fascinated by the rapid evolution of human society brought about by technological advances. I am a prize-winning chartered accountant by profession, I've got a passion for real estate and technology, which inevitably has led me to my current... Show more

Kim Weatherington's depth of experience positions her to offer a candidate analysis of some of the most complex issues we face. Her critical thinking has lead her to become a student of life, she loves to learn and share what she learns. As a realtor, entrepreneur and founder she has provoked many around her to confront the change needed to move forward. She is a builder, organizing and building in communities by hosting anti litter campaigns. She is leader, leading a tech team that is building blockchain technology for enterprise use. She is a futurist, always thinking ahead is the vehicle transporting her innovative ideas and her "you can do anything you put your mind to" mentality. Her speaking engagements are high impact, emotionally connective and will leave the audience motivated to embark on their journey with more knowledge of how to properly use the tools that they naturally possess as a guide to life.

Kim Weatherington's depth of experience positions her to offer a candidate analysis of some of the most complex issues we face. Her critical thinking has lead her to become a student of life, she loves to learn and share what she learns. As a realtor... Show more

David is the Director of Architecture for NewDay, and the founder of Electric Head Software. Focusing on iterative software delivery, developer mentoring and cultural change - mostly working with London-based organisations.

He speaks about software design, culture, and ethics in technology - rounded out by an assortment of talks about software that probably doesn't need to exist but makes the world a little more fun. David has previously served as the chief coding technical architect for JustGiving and helped market-leading organisations including JUST-EAT, Trainline and Vodafone improve their technical capabilities.

David is a Microsoft MVP, has been part of the OpenUK Honours list for open-source advocacy, and is a twice bestselling author of children's books about programming.

You can find his open-source projects on NuGet, npm and GitHub, follow him on Twitter @david_whitney, or check out his technical blog at http://www.davidwhitney.co.uk/Blog.

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David is the Director of Architecture for NewDay, and the founder of Electric Head Software. Focusing on iterative software delivery, developer mentoring and cultural change - mostly working with London-based organisations. He speaks about softwar... Show more

Nathaniel T. Schutta is a software architect and Java Champion focused on cloud computing, developer happiness and building usable applications. A proponent of polyglot programming, Nate has written multiple books, appeared in countless videos and many podcasts. He’s also a seasoned speaker who regularly presents at worldwide conferences, No Fluff Just Stuff symposia, meetups, universities, and user groups. In addition to his day job, Nate is an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota, where he teaches students to embrace (and evaluate) technical change. Driven to rid the world of bad presentations, he coauthored the book Presentation Patterns with Neal Ford and Matthew McCullough, and he also published Thinking Architecturally and Responsible Microservices available from O’Reilly. His latest book, Fundamentals of Software Engineering, is currently available in early release.

Nathaniel T. Schutta is a software architect and Java Champion focused on cloud computing, developer happiness and building usable applications. A proponent of polyglot programming, Nate has written multiple books, appeared in countless videos and ma... Show more

Diana and her teammates build modern software systems for diverse clients. She has 20+ years experience engineering and architecting software systems for organizations including Stanford, The Gates Foundation, Memorial Sloan Kettering and Teach For All. She has also served as Principal Systems Architect for The Economist and The Wikimedia Foundation.

She wrote the O’Reilly book, Learning Systems Thinking: Essential Nonlinear Skills & Practices for Software Professionals. Her company, Mentrix, publishes courses and learning materials for aspiring nonlinear thinkers.

Diana lives in the Hudson Valley (New York, USA) with three dogs, one cat and nine chickens.

Diana and her teammates build modern software systems for diverse clients. She has 20+ years experience engineering and architecting software systems for organizations including Stanford, The Gates Foundation, Memorial Sloan Kettering and Teach For A... Show more

Michaël Hompus is an Architect and Area Lead at Info Support.

As an architect he is part of several teams, creating new and innovative solutions.
Michaël has many years of development experience with .NET, Java, and Azure.

His passion is to share knowledge with colleagues, customers, and peers.
Microsoft has recognized his efforts for the community by awarding him a Microsoft MVP award.

Michaël Hompus is an Architect and Area Lead at Info Support. As an architect he is part of several teams, creating new and innovative solutions. Michaël has many years of development experience with .NET, Java, and Azure. His passion is to sh... Show more

Linda has been navigating the tech landscape for over a decade. She is specialized in Cloud Technologies, IT Process Optimization, and Agile Methodologies. When she is not guiding companies on their cloud journey, she is diving into AI/ML Services and Technologies, and sharing her insights at AWS community events and other tech platforms.

Beyond her professional commitments, Linda is an AWS Community Hero and deeply involved in Women in Tech initiatives, advocating for greater representation and inclusivity. In Vienna, she is the familiar face behind AWS meetups and other community gatherings, creating a welcoming space where every voice is valued and heard. In addition, Linda holds the title of Chairperson for the AWS Community DACH Support Association and is member of the Funding Advisory Board of netidee.

Linda has been navigating the tech landscape for over a decade. She is specialized in Cloud Technologies, IT Process Optimization, and Agile Methodologies. When she is not guiding companies on their cloud journey, she is diving into AI/ML Services an... Show more

Sasha is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) and Microsoft Regional Director (RD), CEO at Kloudatech, and CEO at Kranjac - IT TAC.

Sasha and his companies empower professionals and organisations worldwide to be secure in cloud.

Aside from Cloud, Security Architecture, and consulting, they deliver Microsoft, EC-Council, CompTIA, and tailored courses and PowerClasses internationally.

Sasha is also Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), MCT Regional Lead, Certified EC-Council Instructor (CEI), CompTIA Instructor, frequent speaker at various international conferences, user groups and events, book author on cloud security, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and Windows Server.

Sasha is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) and Microsoft Regional Director (RD), CEO at Kloudatech, and CEO at Kranjac - IT TAC. Sasha and his companies empower professionals and organisations worldwide to be secure in cloud. Aside f... Show more

I am a lifelong learner, driven by the endless nature of technology. While I primarily define myself as a backend developer, I’m not afraid to explore the frontend when needed. For me, software development is about solving business problems and delivering value to customers, where Domain-Driven Design (DDD) patterns play a crucial role. I work as a software engineer at Intré, a company that shares this philosophy. As an introvert, stepping into the spotlight doesn’t come naturally to me, but I’m passionate about stepping outside my comfort zone to share what I’ve learned and continuously grow. I’m active in the tech community, contributing where I can, and co-founded the DDD Open and Polenta and Deploy communities. I’m also an active member of Blazor Developer Italiani and other groups. Additionally, I am an Microsoft MVP, a Azure Solution Architect and Azure IoT Developer.

I am a lifelong learner, driven by the endless nature of technology. While I primarily define myself as a backend developer, I’m not afraid to explore the frontend when needed. For me, software development is about solving business problems and deliv... Show more

Chris Woodruff, also known as Woody, is an Architect at Real Time Technologies and brings nearly three decades of industry expertise, having launched his career before the first .COM boom. Renowned for his contributions to software development and architecture, Woody is a regular speaker at international conferences, where he shares his deep knowledge on topics ranging from database development to APIs and web technologies.

A dedicated mentor, Woody thrives on guiding fellow developers and enhancing their skills through his talks, written work, and digital content. He co-hosts the popular "Breakpoint Show" podcast and YouTube channel, which he uses to connect with and educate the tech community. He is also writing a book covering network programming with C# and .NET.

Woody's interests extend beyond his professional life, adding a personal touch to his character. He is a passionate bourbon enthusiast, often embarking on adventures along the Bourbon Trail in search of unique finds to savor and share with friends. Family time is a cherished part of his life, and he often shares insights from his professional journey on his blog at https://woodruff.dev. To stay updated on his latest projects and adventures, follow him on Twitter at @cwoodruff and Mastodon at https://mastodon.social/@cwoodruff, where he shares his thoughts and experiences, fostering a sense of connection with his audience.

Chris Woodruff, also known as Woody, is an Architect at Real Time Technologies and brings nearly three decades of industry expertise, having launched his career before the first .COM boom. Renowned for his contributions to software development and ar... Show more

Nikki Chapple is a Principal Cloud Architect at CloudWay, specialising in Microsoft 365 data security, governance, and compliance. With over 35 years of experience in IT and business, she helps organisations with risk-based digital transformations. As a dual Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 and Security, Nikki is recognised for her expertise in these fields.
She is an international speaker and blogger, co-hosting the "All Things Compliance Podcast" and co-authoring "The Microsoft 365 Maturity Model – Governance, Risk, and Compliance Competency." In 2023, she was honoured with the UK Community Award for Security and Compliance Evangelist.
Nikki holds several key certifications, including Microsoft Certified Enterprise Administrator Expert, TOGAF Enterprise Architect, and PROSCI Organizational Change Manager. She believes that "Microsoft 365 governance and compliance is not a project but a lifestyle that should be part of the organisation’s culture.

Nikki Chapple is a Principal Cloud Architect at CloudWay, specialising in Microsoft 365 data security, governance, and compliance. With over 35 years of experience in IT and business, she helps organisations with risk-based digital transformations. A... Show more

Daniel Hindrikes is an experienced developer and architect passionate about creating mobile apps powered by the cloud. With over a decade of experience, Daniel has developed applications for major platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS. His journey began with Xamarin in its early days, and he has since expanded his expertise to include Blazor development, both for websites and hybrid apps using .NET MAUI.

Daniel shares his knowledge through speaking engagements, blog posts, and video content. He runs a YouTube channel dedicated to all things .NET MAUI. Additionally, he co-authored the book Xamarin.Forms Projects and holds the prestigious title of Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies.

Daniel Hindrikes is an experienced developer and architect passionate about creating mobile apps powered by the cloud. With over a decade of experience, Daniel has developed applications for major platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS... Show more

Lindsay is an MVP (Business Applications), MCT, Digital Workplace Advisor, and international speaker who is committed to keeping business productive by embracing technology as a tool to problem-solve. Having worked in education for most of her career, she understands that technology can be a challenge for many users, and she knows how to be a change agent, encouraging the reluctant to give it a try and the inexperienced to dive on in. Her roles as a Digital Workplace Advisor, Application Programmer, and technology consultant showcase her ability to excel in complex projects, while her active participation in the tech community highlights her commitment to knowledge sharing in formats such as speaking at events and blogging. Her aim is to empower makers to create and thrive while doing so in a secure, governed way.

Lindsay spent the last decade teaching English Language Arts and was selected to receive training to become a technology and pre-engineering teacher based on her aptitude for learning and adapting new technologies with her own students and colleagues.

She holds a BS in Secondary English Education from the University of Kansas and an MS in Curriculum and Instruction from Emporia State University.

In her spare time, Lindsay enjoys spending time with her two cats Charlie and Trixie, and marathoning a wide variety of television shows.

Lindsay is an MVP (Business Applications), MCT, Digital Workplace Advisor, and international speaker who is committed to keeping business productive by embracing technology as a tool to problem-solve. Having worked in education for most of her career... Show more

Meet Sally! Sally serves as a Data Engineer with an expertise in Azure Cloud Analytics Services, with years of experience under her belt.
Since earning her B.Sc. degree in Software Engineering, Sally has become a significant voice in Azure Cloud Analytics Services, publishing over ten blogs on Microsoft's Tech Community blog. What excites Sally most about her work is the opportunity to build Proof of Concepts (POCs) that help Microsoft customers unlock their business potential – by doing so, she remains true to her ultimate mission: to empower innovation through Azure's boundless possibilities. Away from her professional endeavors, Sally finds joy in baking pastries, a hobby she shares with her followers on Instagram for inspiration.

Meet Sally! Sally serves as a Data Engineer with an expertise in Azure Cloud Analytics Services, with years of experience under her belt. Since earning her B.Sc. degree in Software Engineering, Sally has become a significant voice in Azure Cloud An... Show more

Eberhard Wolff has 20+ years of experience as an architect and consultant - often on the intersection of business and technology. He is Head of Architecture at SWAGLab. As a speaker, he has given talks at international conferences and as an author, he has written more than 100 articles and books e.g. about Microservices and Continuous Delivery. His technological focus is on modern architectures – often involving Cloud, Continuous Delivery, DevOps, Microservices or NoSQL.

Eberhard Wolff has 20+ years of experience as an architect and consultant - often on the intersection of business and technology. He is Head of Architecture at SWAGLab. As a speaker, he has given talks at international conferences and as an author, h... Show more

Passionate about Power BI in general and DAX and Calculation Groups in particular. Strong background in Excel, T-SQL and SSIS. Stints in Tableau and Qlik.
Coming from Engineering background and working with consulting companies I like understanding the business problem working directly with the customer.

Passionate about Power BI in general and DAX and Calculation Groups in particular. Strong background in Excel, T-SQL and SSIS. Stints in Tableau and Qlik. Coming from Engineering background and working with consulting companies I like understanding... Show more

Arin is a Consulting Developer and Technical Architect at Capgemini in Netherlands with focus on Cloud Native and Intelligent Apps on Microsoft Azure. He is involved in projects to design and implement enterprise-ready digital solutions that include evaluation of new cloud technology and products.
He has a bachelor’s in Computer Science and Engineering. He is an experienced .Net developer having worked with web and desktop applications/services starting with .Net Framework 2.0

Arin is a Consulting Developer and Technical Architect at Capgemini in Netherlands with focus on Cloud Native and Intelligent Apps on Microsoft Azure. He is involved in projects to design and implement enterprise-ready digital solutions that include ... Show more

Mihail Mateev is an owner, Solution Architect, Senior Technical Evangelist at SoftProject, responsible for .Net, IoT and cloud solutions. Mihail currently works as a Senior Solution Architect at EPAM Systems. He also worked many years like a Technical evangelist in the Infragistics. Last years Mihail was focused on various areas related to technology Microsoft: Visual Studio , ASP.Net, Windows client apps, MS SQL Server and Microsoft Azure.

Mihail Mateev is an owner, Solution Architect, Senior Technical Evangelist at SoftProject, responsible for .Net, IoT and cloud solutions. Mihail currently works as a Senior Solution Architect at EPAM Systems. He also worked many years like a Techni... Show more

Johan Persson has worked as a consultant for more than 20 years and is at the moment employed as a Senior Technical Specialist at Engage Group. He is co-hosting three Swedish podcasts: ”En Liten Podd om IT”, "Dynamicspodden" and ”The Nerd Herd”. His main area of expertise is infrastructure but also works a lot with Microsoft Dynamics.

Johan Persson has worked as a consultant for more than 20 years and is at the moment employed as a Senior Technical Specialist at Engage Group. He is co-hosting three Swedish podcasts: ”En Liten Podd om IT”, "Dynamicspodden" and ”The Nerd Herd”. His ... Show more

I am a senior software architect with 20+ years' experience passionate about technology, cloud and development. Throughout my career,I have designed, built and managed systems from small to large in various business contexts such as insurance, financial services or mobility industries. I then enjoy sharing my knowledge by speaking at conferences, organizing workshops and writing articles.

I am a senior software architect with 20+ years' experience passionate about technology, cloud and development. Throughout my career,I have designed, built and managed systems from small to large in various business contexts such as insurance, financ... Show more

Dennes is a DBA and Data Platform MVP (2020-2023) living in Malta who loves Data Platform, including Azure Data Platform, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server and recently got involved by Generative AI. In the past, he was married with software development, resulting in a total of more than 20 years of experience between Data Platform, cloud and software development. He moved to Malta after more than 10 years leading devSQL PASS Chapter in Rio de Janeiro and now is a member of the leadership team of MMDPUG PASS Chapter in Malta organizing meetings, events, and webcasts about Microsoft Data Platform. He is an MCT, MCSE in Data Platforms and BI, with more titles in software development. He can be found working for DTower Software and speaking in SQL Saturdays around Europe

Dennes is a DBA and Data Platform MVP (2020-2023) living in Malta who loves Data Platform, including Azure Data Platform, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server and recently got involved by Generative AI. In the past, he was married with software development, ... Show more

My journey in IT began when I was a child, turning on my first computer. It was a starting point that led me to explore many aspects of the computer and technology world. I was always fascinated by the possibilities that technology offered, and I was eager to learn more.
I began to focus on cloud computing. I was drawn to the scalability, flexibility, and affordability of cloud-based solutions. I started using Google Cloud Platform, and I quickly became a passionate advocate for the platform.
I began to share my knowledge of Google Cloud with others. I started writing blog posts and articles, and I gave presentations at conferences and meetups. I also became a Google Cloud Authorized Trainer, and I began teaching others how to use at best Google Cloud Platform.
My passion for technology, the dissemination of knowledge, and communities led me to lead a GDG community in my city. I am proud to be a part of this community, and I am committed to helping others learn about technology.

My journey in IT began when I was a child, turning on my first computer. It was a starting point that led me to explore many aspects of the computer and technology world. I was always fascinated by the possibilities that technology offered, and I was... Show more

Blaize is a Microsoft Azure MVP and has been interested in software development since childhood and wrote his first software while still in high school. Since that time, Blaize has had broad experience in all things IT ranging from a network administrator to a software architect and everything in between.

Blaize is a Microsoft Azure MVP and has been interested in software development since childhood and wrote his first software while still in high school. Since that time, Blaize has had broad experience in all things IT ranging from a network administ... Show more