Angela Virtudazo is a learning strategist and consultant with 14 years of experience designing and delivering training across industries, roles, and every stage of a career. She's the author of the upcoming book Start With Done: Plan Backwards. Finish Everything. — a backward-planning framework built for the complexity of real life, not just the workplace.

A TEDx facilitation coach and Navy spouse, Angela brings structured thinking to the places it's needed most: the messy, deadline-driven, deeply human work of running your life.

She is based in St. Louis.

Angela Virtudazo is a learning strategist and consultant with 14 years of experience designing and delivering training across industries, roles, and every stage of a career. She's the author of the upcoming book Start With Done: Plan Backwards. Finis... Show more

Rajiv is an Entrepreneur, Innovator, Nerd, Advisor, and Mentor. He has invested majority of his career into enterprise software for industrial segment with deep expertise in IoT, Cloud, AI, and machine learning technologies. As a mentor, he advises startups on pre-sales, bootstrapping, product architecture and GTM strategies.
He currently serves on the board of:

1. InThing, a company offering location intelligence to industries
2. NuGuard, AI security and governance platform

Rajiv is an Entrepreneur, Innovator, Nerd, Advisor, and Mentor. He has invested majority of his career into enterprise software for industrial segment with deep expertise in IoT, Cloud, AI, and machine learning technologies. As a mentor, he advises s... Show more

Cliff Long from Orlando joined the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association in December 2017, with the responsibility of strengthening the organization so it could meet the needs of one of the fastest-growing regions in America. Since that time, he has led the association, the eighth largest REALTOR® association in the country, through expansion, improved financial stability, and stronger leadership in housing, advocacy, and regional matters.

He has more than 20 years of experience as a chief executive in both nonprofit and for-profit environments. Throughout his career, he has worked with organizations facing both challenges and opportunities. His leadership has included guiding financial recoveries, creating membership subsidiaries, and supporting capital development efforts that help organizations remain stable and effective.

Cliff Long currently serves as the association's CEO and oversees operations with an annual budget exceeding $13 million. The organization includes nearly 40 staff members and consultants who serve over 20,000 real estate professionals. Its work covers education, professional standards, advocacy, international partnerships, and business development that support the real estate community.

When Cliff assumed the CEO role, the association had about 14,500 members. During his leadership, membership increased to more than 20,000, marking the largest growth period in its history. During COVID-19, the association became the fastest-growing mega association in America, increasing membership by 11.5% in 2020. This growth was made possible through disciplined governance, stronger board engagement, and clear strategic priorities that aligned staff goals with measurable results.

One of the major milestones during his tenure was the purchase and relocation to a new 45,000-square-foot headquarters. Realtor Cliff Long from Orlando led the financing, planning, and execution of this project. The facility includes tenant revenue space that helps diversify income and now serves as a central location for education, collaboration, and professional engagement throughout Central Florida.

He also serves as President and CEO of the organization’s for-profit subsidiary, the Orlando Regional Real Estate Network, and as CEO of its foundation. Through these roles, he works to connect business operations, mission-driven programs, and community investment through a unified strategy.

Cliff Long from Orlando continues to focus on responsible governance, financial discipline, and long-term service that support members and the communities they serve.

Cliff Long from Orlando joined the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association in December 2017, with the responsibility of strengthening the organization so it could meet the needs of one of the fastest-growing regions in America. Since that time, he has ... Show more

The good news is that my topic is ideal for any event.

I speak around the world helping smart people gain confidence when walking into rooms, networking, and building lasting and mutually beneficial relationships.

I'm published by McGraw-Hill in 9 languages. Been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, San Francisco Chronicle, Boston Globe, appeared on MSNBC and NBC Nightly News.

My programs are informative, fun, and packed with information that can be immediately implemented.

In order to overcome my fear of public speaking, I took acting and standup comedy courses.

My love of travel has taken me to all seven continents and 60 countries.

How can I help your event succeed? Let's connect!

The good news is that my topic is ideal for any event. I speak around the world helping smart people gain confidence when walking into rooms, networking, and building lasting and mutually beneficial relationships. I'm published by McGraw-Hill... Show more

As a trusted international keynote speaker and author, Steven is known for cutting through the noise and shifting the mindset on wellness. He combines compelling stories, thought-provoking data, and practical insight to inspire real change.

Steven leaves audiences with more than inspiration. He equips them with tools to move forward in ways that feel clear, authentic, and achievable. Whether he is speaking to executives, frontline workers, or leadership teams, people consistently say the same thing: they feel seen, understood, and ready to lead, live, and connect with intention.

His keynotes address the real pressures people face every day and offer actionable ways to build a coherent life and healthier workplaces. Steven creates the space for audiences to think differently, ask better questions, and reconnect with what matters most.

If you are looking for a speaker who will bring clarity to your teams and move the conversation forward in a meaningful way, Steven Langer is the voice you want in the room.

As a trusted international keynote speaker and author, Steven is known for cutting through the noise and shifting the mindset on wellness. He combines compelling stories, thought-provoking data, and practical insight to inspire real change. Steven... Show more

Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and multilingual professional with over 20 years of experience unlocking growth for individuals and Fortune 500 companies. Passionate about empowering professionals—particularly women in their 30s and 40s—to navigate career transitions, refine their executive presence, and gain clarity for purposeful advancement. Expert in combining data-driven strategy with behavioral coaching techniques to drive both personal transformation and business conversion.

Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and multilingual professional with over 20 years of experience unlocking growth for individuals and Fortune 500 companies. Passionate about empowering professionals—particularly women in their 30s and 40s—to navigate c... Show more

Director of architecture at Progress, formerly CTO and VP development at some startups, own my own software architecture consultancy, and lived the .NET & Azure launches at Microsoft. Mostly interested in pattern-based software architecture of software as a service for true customer value (if it can be done on a peloton or with AI, bonus points). Supportive dad with two YAs in college going well beyond where i could imagine, and a supportive spouse on a global fabric journey.

Director of architecture at Progress, formerly CTO and VP development at some startups, own my own software architecture consultancy, and lived the .NET & Azure launches at Microsoft. Mostly interested in pattern-based software architecture of soft... Show more

Currently, at Microsoft, As a Senior Principal Software Engineer in Microsoft’s Forward Deployment Engineering (FDE) team, I build AI-native systems alongside some of the world’s most advanced organizations, partnering deeply on high-stakes, high-complexity deployments where edge cases are the norm.

My work sits at the intersection of software engineering, applied research, and production delivery always grounded in a strong ROI-driven mindset. Focus on building things that matters at scale. I can convert messy requirements into clear plans and shipped results. Always ready to lead, unblock execution, and raise engineering quality. Outside of work, I teach in Northwestern’s MSAI program and mentor builders working on applied AI.

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Currently, at Microsoft, As a Senior Principal Software Engineer in Microsoft’s Forward Deployment Engineering (FDE) team, I build AI-native systems alongside some of the world’s most advanced organizations, partnering deeply on high-stakes, high-com... Show more

Samu Niemelä is a seasoned data architect and Domain Lead at Zure, where he helps organizations turn messy data into modern, scalable platforms—mostly on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric, and occasionally with some strong opinions. With over a decade of experience, he’s wrangled technologies like SQL Server, Azure Synapse Analytics, Snowflake, and Microsoft Fabric. Samu lives in the liquorice capital of the world—Kouvola, Finland.

Samu Niemelä is a seasoned data architect and Domain Lead at Zure, where he helps organizations turn messy data into modern, scalable platforms—mostly on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric, and occasionally with some strong opinions. With over a de... Show more

Most leaders are great at what they do, but struggle to get their teams fully bought in. When communication lacks clarity and charisma, even the most talented teams become disconnected, unmotivated, and underperforming. I help leaders become clear, charismatic communicators, so their people feel aligned, inspired, and ready to execute at a high level.
Through keynotes and leadership workshops, I teach the practical skills behind magnetic leadership, how to show up with presence, build trust quickly, and drive real engagement. My approach is shaped by a decade of leading a high-performing team in the high-pressure world of NYC real estate, where results depended on influence, not just expertise.
If your team is capable but not clicking, I help you bridge the gap between authority and connection, so your culture thrives and your people show up for more than just a paycheck.

Most leaders are great at what they do, but struggle to get their teams fully bought in. When communication lacks clarity and charisma, even the most talented teams become disconnected, unmotivated, and underperforming. I help leaders become clear, c... Show more

Rakesh is an accomplished technologist and leader with over 24 years' experience in building & architecting modular Cloud ERP experiences. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and 4th time Fasttrack Recognized Solutions Architect. This is a testament to his expertise and contributions to the community in the field of business applications and low-code & no-code.

Rakesh is a Global Customer Success Architect at Tata Consultancy Services (Business Applications + Generative AI). He is responsible for designing Dynamics 365 Finance & SCM ERP, and leveraging Gen AI. He has expertise in a wide range of technologies, including Bizapps, Power Apps, and Azure.

Rakesh is passionate about leveraging Generative AI & Autonomous Agents for business applications that enhance business growth and innovation. He strongly believes in giving back to the community. He frequently shares his insights and expertise through speaking engagements, blogs, and community involvement. With his passion for empowering others, Rakesh has mentored and empowered many learners.

Rakesh is an accomplished technologist and leader with over 24 years' experience in building & architecting modular Cloud ERP experiences. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and 4th time Fasttrack Recognized Solutions Architect. This is a... Show more

Product leader with 15+ years delivering innovation and $240M+ in scalable solutions for top US technology companies. Specialized in impactful product management and the integration of advanced automation and AI features—including Sprinkler self-service chatbots, Coveo AI-powered search results, and AI-driven product recommendations for LG Electronics. Driven by results, I empower cross-functional teams to launch cutting-edge digital products for US markets, championing agile process improvement, deep user understanding, and high customer retention (20%+ gains). Skilled in translating complex strategies into actionable roadmaps and measurable business outcomes.

Product leader with 15+ years delivering innovation and $240M+ in scalable solutions for top US technology companies. Specialized in impactful product management and the integration of advanced automation and AI features—including Sprinkler self-serv... Show more

I am seasoned DevOps professional with more than 10+ years of experience, currently based out of Pune India.

I am seasoned DevOps professional with more than 10+ years of experience, currently based out of Pune India. Show more

Jan-Hendrik is a passionate developer who is not afraid to break something open in order to find out how it works. He then likes to share the knowledge he picks up, because he believes teaching enhances both student and teacher. Apart from work, he tinkers with Arduinos and Raspberries at home, plays with LEGOs with his kids, runs the occasional Factorio speedrun and tries to find new ways to make the future greener.

Jan-Hendrik is a passionate developer who is not afraid to break something open in order to find out how it works. He then likes to share the knowledge he picks up, because he believes teaching enhances both student and teacher. Apart from work, he t... Show more

With 10 years in the field, Amanda Perkins is a Quality Architect for Rocket Homes. She focuses on not only improving the quality of software but the quality of interactions between team members. By combining her background in customer service, retail sales, music, and leadership, she brings a creative and unique high-quality approach to QA. Amanda lives near Kansas City, MO with her husband, two kids, cat, and dog.

With 10 years in the field, Amanda Perkins is a Quality Architect for Rocket Homes. She focuses on not only improving the quality of software but the quality of interactions between team members. By combining her background in customer service, retai... Show more

I've a very broad experience of software development over 20 years and a passion for both technology and elegance in my solutions that make me an extremely capable Software and Solutions Architect.

Personable and professional, I revel in complex challenges, but always make time to coach and mentor team members.

I've a very broad experience of software development over 20 years and a passion for both technology and elegance in my solutions that make me an extremely capable Software and Solutions Architect. Personable and professional, I revel in complex c... Show more

Oliver is a data engineer working at AE. He helps organizations build robust, scalable, and future-proof data platforms in the cloud. With a strong focus on metadata-driven design and cloud architecture, Oliver creates data solutions that are secure, maintainable, and aligned with business needs. He regularly shares his experiences and insights through blog posts on Medium, writing about practical patterns and lessons learned from the field.

Oliver is a data engineer working at AE. He helps organizations build robust, scalable, and future-proof data platforms in the cloud. With a strong focus on metadata-driven design and cloud architecture, Oliver creates data solutions that are secure,... Show more

Impact Architect| Helping Serious Individuals and Groups Turn Structure Into Sustained Momentum | Escape Velocity Framework

Impact Architect| Helping Serious Individuals and Groups Turn Structure Into Sustained Momentum | Escape Velocity Framework Show more

Soumi S is an Android Software Engineer with 6+ years of experience building large-scale mobile systems at Microsoft. She specializes in Android architecture, performance optimization, and reliability engineering for globally used applications. Her work focuses on designing scalable systems that integrate advanced technologies into real-world mobile environments. Soumi is passionate about sharing production insights that help engineers build robust, maintainable Android applications.

Soumi S is an Android Software Engineer with 6+ years of experience building large-scale mobile systems at Microsoft. She specializes in Android architecture, performance optimization, and reliability engineering for globally used applications. Her w... Show more

Arun Mallur Chandrashekar is an accomplished AI and enterprise technology leader with over 20 years of professional experience in designing and delivering large-scale intelligent systems across the PropTech and enterprise software domains. He currently serves as Senior Director of Enterprise Information Systems at RealPage, where he leads the development of advanced AI platforms leveraging large language models (LLMs), retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and agentic AI systems. His work includes architecting enterprise-grade AI solutions such as chat assistants, voice-enabled agents, and autonomous systems that support over 50,000 users, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience across multiple product lines.
At RealPage, Arun has pioneered innovative AI-driven products, including voice-first and screen-aware AI assistants, real-time streaming systems, and autonomous agents for complex workflows such as vendor credentialing and large-scale web data extraction. His solutions have delivered measurable business impact, including reducing customer call volumes, saving time for end users, and enabling continuous, 24/7 AI-driven support. He has also established robust AI governance frameworks incorporating content safety, auditability, and model traceability, ensuring enterprise-grade reliability and compliance.
Before RealPage, Arun held leadership roles at Sabre, where he managed large-scale ERP and revenue recognition programs for a business unit generating over $850 million in annual revenue. He led cross-functional teams across global locations, drove billing automation initiatives, and implemented SAP-based enterprise solutions aligned with ASC 606 standards. His earlier career includes significant contributions at PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he managed complex transformation programs, including ERP implementations, mergers and acquisitions integration, and finance effectiveness initiatives for major global clients.
Arun began his career in software quality engineering, contributing to process improvements, compliance initiatives, and large-scale certifications. Over the years, he has built deep expertise across project and program management, enterprise systems, and digital transformation, complemented by hands-on technical capabilities in AI, cloud-based architectures, and enterprise platforms such as SAP and Salesforce.
He holds a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from Lamar University and a Bachelor of Engineering from BMS College of Engineering. He is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Agile Scrum Product Owner, and ITIL-certified professional. Recognized for his leadership and innovation, he has received awards including the RealStar award at RealPage and the Sabre TEO Superstar Award.

Arun Mallur Chandrashekar is an accomplished AI and enterprise technology leader with over 20 years of professional experience in designing and delivering large-scale intelligent systems across the PropTech and enterprise software domains. He current... Show more

Jirayut has played a prominent role in DevSecOps, SRE, Observability, Container, Cloud Technology, and Open Source for over 15 years. He has successfully implemented DevSecOps, transforming several companies to deliver higher value and increased agility. He also attended technology events, participated as a speaker to share his knowledge and experiences, and enjoyed discussing with people.

Jirayut has played a prominent role in DevSecOps, SRE, Observability, Container, Cloud Technology, and Open Source for over 15 years. He has successfully implemented DevSecOps, transforming several companies to deliver higher value and increased agil... Show more

Nasr is co-founder and CTO of Steel (steel.dev), where he builds the browser infrastructure that AI agents use to operate the web: thousands of isolated Chromium instances running as low-latency compute primitives. Before Steel, he was a staff engineer at Lazer Technologies working across fintech and web3 systems, and a data engineer at Meta. Earlier, he co-founded a startup that shipped facial-recognition access control on consumer hardware. He studied Computer Science at the University of Waterloo and is based in Toronto. He has strong opinions about cold starts, p99s, and why "just run Chrome in Docker" stops working sooner than you'd think.

Nasr is co-founder and CTO of Steel (steel.dev), where he builds the browser infrastructure that AI agents use to operate the web: thousands of isolated Chromium instances running as low-latency compute primitives. Before Steel, he was a staff engine... Show more

Thilak Raj Surendra Babu is a seasoned Software Architect with over 18 years of specialized experience in networking product development, currently serving at Zscaler since January 2023. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional expertise in SDN, SD-WAN, Cloud Gateways, forwarding infrastructure, SSL-VPN, VOIP Gateway, and caching engine technologies. His technical acumen in large-scale networking forwarding infrastructure has been recognized through two patents and contributions to prominent open-source projects including pktgen-dpdk and OVS.
At Zscaler, Thilak has made a significant impact by architecting and leading the development of a complex branch connector device, which achieved over 300 real-world deployments within a year. He built a highly scalable, multi-tenant Source IP-based anchoring solution for Zscaler's cloud platform based on OVS, where he identified critical bottlenecks and improved the connection tracking module performance. His exceptional contributions have earned him multiple Bravo awards and the CEO's special Grant for helping drive the company toward $5 billion ARR. As an architect, he has become the go-to expert for data-plane and advanced platform solutions within the ZIA organization.
Before Zscaler, Thilak served as Staff Software Engineer and SDN Architect at Nutanix from May 2021 to January 2023, where he led the data plane acceleration initiative by integrating OVS-DPDK with the Nutanix stack. He evaluated cutting-edge technologies, including eBPF/AFXDP, vDPA, and Smart NICs, while building eBPF-based debugging tools and test infrastructure for networking performance measurement. At VMware, from October 2018 to May 2021, he led the fast path team in identifying complex bottlenecks and re-architecting pipeline aspects to increase performance across all platforms significantly. He successfully built a new IPv6 pipeline in record time and developed essential tooling for in-house and customer deployment troubleshooting.
Thilak spent nearly nine years at Juniper Networks from February 2010 to October 2018, where he worked across multiple critical projects. Starting at Ankeena Networks, which was acquired by Juniper, he developed as a full-stack generalist, building core components for management, multi-tenancy, resiliency, and networking infrastructure. He later contributed to the Junos Virtual App Engine, creating proprietary high-performance guest packet paths based on IVSHMEM. In the Contrail project, he built services for discovering, re-imaging, provisioning, and monitoring servers with Contrail networking and OpenStack software. His work on vPTX/VMX included building core pieces of the virtualized packet path and re-architecting VMX to a multi-queue pipeline, enabling it to reach 100G throughput for 512-byte packet sizes.
Thilak holds a Master of Science in Software Systems from BITS, Pilani, India, completed in June 2010, and a Bachelor of Computer Engineering from Velammal Engineering College, Chennai, India, completed in May 2006. Beyond his professional achievements, he has demonstrated athletic excellence as a three-time runner-up in Basketball Zonal competitions and earned 3rd place in the All India Karate Championship in 2009. Based in San Jose, California, Thilak continues to push the boundaries of networking technology while mentoring teams and driving innovation in data plane architecture.

Thilak Raj Surendra Babu is a seasoned Software Architect with over 18 years of specialized experience in networking product development, currently serving at Zscaler since January 2023. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional expertis... Show more

Ahouab Aliouche is a cloud architect and DevOps professional with over 8 years of experience. Certified in AWS and Kubernetes, Ahouab Aliouche focuses on building scalable and efficient cloud infrastructures, using tools like Terraform and Kubernetes to optimize performance and support digital transformation initiatives.

Ahouab Aliouche is a cloud architect and DevOps professional with over 8 years of experience. Certified in AWS and Kubernetes, Ahouab Aliouche focuses on building scalable and efficient cloud infrastructures, using tools like Terraform and Kubernetes... Show more

I am a hands-on Architect, with a proven record of delivering scalable, secure, and flexible enterprise systems. I am passionate about clean, readable, tested code and delivering excellent value to clients.

I currently serve as a Software Architect at Next Insurance. Our company provides small businesses with tailored, no hassle insurance at a significant discount by using AI and automation.

At my previous company (NI), I also served as the Lead of the Product Security Chapter, which focused on advancing NI's security posture using their SDL, Threat Modeling, Certifications, and lots of training.

I am a hands-on Architect, with a proven record of delivering scalable, secure, and flexible enterprise systems. I am passionate about clean, readable, tested code and delivering excellent value to clients. I currently serve as a Software Architec... Show more

Sugira Rubasha is the Founder and CEO of ETS Rubasha Media, a podcast strategist and speaker who helps business leaders use podcasting, personal branding, and social media to build influence, authority, and lasting legacy.

Sugira Rubasha is the Founder and CEO of ETS Rubasha Media, a podcast strategist and speaker who helps business leaders use podcasting, personal branding, and social media to build influence, authority, and lasting legacy. Show more

Data Engineer at Wix.com, specialized in scalable data platforms and product analytics for the Developer Platform. I design end-to-end pipelines and warehouse architectures for products like Velo and Wix Vibe. My work involves processing terabytes of data to support millions of users through real-time analytics and developer-facing systems. I operate at the intersection of infrastructure and product to drive data-informed decision-making and product success.

Data Engineer at Wix.com, specialized in scalable data platforms and product analytics for the Developer Platform. I design end-to-end pipelines and warehouse architectures for products like Velo and Wix Vibe. My work involves processing terabytes of... Show more

Ayush Hazare is a practicing architect, independent researcher, and speaker working at the intersection of spatial design, Indigenous knowledge systems, and decolonial frameworks. His work explores how built environments shape identity, belonging, and cultural continuity.

He is a Junior Architect at Pioneer Construction and MAP Studio, Pune, and an Archivist and Journalist with Manasaram Architects and CGBMT, Bangalore. His research has been recognized internationally, including being an Asia Regional Winner at the Global Undergraduate Awards (2024), alongside multiple academic distinctions, research awards, and publications in Springer Scopus-indexed platforms. He has presented his work at national and international conferences and delivered invited lectures at institutions such as Cardiff University (UK) and Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Architecture, Pune.

Grounded in participatory fieldwork in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, he collaborates with Adivasi communities to reimagine educational spaces rooted in cultural and ecological contexts. His practice positions design as a tool of resistance and regeneration-moving beyond functionality to create spaces that sustain identity, dignity, and collective futures.

Ayush Hazare is a practicing architect, independent researcher, and speaker working at the intersection of spatial design, Indigenous knowledge systems, and decolonial frameworks. His work explores how built environments shape identity, belonging, an... Show more

Suvrakamal is an ML Engineer at Mattoboard. He works on AI for interior design. He is passionate about applying machine learning and data engineering to bring real design workflows to life.
He has given talks and published papers across AI, and recently presented a poster/papers at PyCon US 2026, Pytorch 2025.

Suvrakamal is an ML Engineer at Mattoboard. He works on AI for interior design. He is passionate about applying machine learning and data engineering to bring real design workflows to life. He has given talks and published papers across AI, and rece... Show more

Sam Rajamanickam, AIA, WELL AP, is a Principal at Design Collective who focuses on student housing and campus life facilities. Over 30 years, he has partnered with institutions including Marquette University, the University of Idaho, Bowie State University and Rutgers University to plan and deliver residence life environments that support belonging, wellness, and student connection.

Sam became interested in Third Place theory while observing a persistent challenge: students living in close proximity yet feeling increasingly isolated. This paradox led him to explore how Ray Oldenburg's sociological framework could become a practical tool for housing professionals to evaluate and strengthen campus environments.

His approach emphasizes that physical design, programming, and policy must work together as an integrated system. As a WELL Accredited Professional, he brings wellness expertise to creating spaces that serve all students, with particular attention to equity, accessibility, and psychological safety—empowering housing officers to audit existing spaces and intentionally design environments where students naturally connect.

Sam Rajamanickam, AIA, WELL AP, is a Principal at Design Collective who focuses on student housing and campus life facilities. Over 30 years, he has partnered with institutions including Marquette University, the University of Idaho, Bowie State Univ... Show more