Amanda has worked in training and leadership development for the past 15 years. She believes the vulnerability required to improvise and create something together on stage as a team can be translated to a professional group of any size. She uses the philosophy of improvisation and the power of "Yes, And" as a catalyst for positive change within an organization. Her active listening approach to coaching focuses on teaching individuals and teams the difference between listening to respond and listening to understand. With over 100 clients to date, Amanda has extensive experience speaking to groups as small as10 and as large as 10,000. Some of her previous clients include Hilton, Accenture, Capital One, Deloitte, PWC, Hitachi Consulting, Infor, Paraveda, SalesForce, McDonald's, US Army, and Southwest Airlines.

Amanda was the Founder/CEO of Dallas Comedy House (2009-2020), where she oversaw day to day operations of DCH. She was the founder and Executive Producer of the Dallas Comedy Festival (2009-2019). She's the Co-founder of ComedyHouse, a professional training and coaching service, and the co-author of the REALway® leadership training program.

Amanda received her Bachelor of Science in Journalism and a Minor in Business Administration from Texas A&M University. She earned her Graduate Certificate in Organizational Behavior from Harvard University and a Certificate in Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace from Cornell. She completed her Masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Harvard University in May 2024. Amanda served as an Adjunct Professor as the Designer in Residence for the SMU Masters of Design and Innovation Program for the Fall 2021 Semester. She's a graduate of the 2018 Leadership Dallas Cohort with the Dallas Regional Chamber, where she continued her commitment as the Leadership Consultant for 2019-2020.

Amanda is a 2020 Tory Burch Foundation Fellow. She's the recipient of the 2020 Arts and Culture Award from the Asian Chamber of Texas and was previously awarded the Dallas Business Journal's Women in Business Award and Best Theater Director by the Dallas Observer. Amanda served as the Marketing Chair of the Executive Committee for the AT&T Performing Arts Center Auxiliary Board, a Board Member of the Deep Ellum Foundation as well as an inaugural Board Member for Fearless Dallas.

Amanda has worked in training and leadership development for the past 15 years. She believes the vulnerability required to improvise and create something together on stage as a team can be translated to a professional group of any size. She uses the ... Show more

Eddie Wassef is an expert in Kubernetes, cloud-native technologies, and startup innovation. He has extensive experience in minimalistic web design and full-stack development. He is the creator of Vega, a cutting-edge product that provides a comprehensive suite of portals, including the Marketplace, Fleet Manager, and Developer portals, designed to streamline operations and foster innovation for developers and enterprises. Eddie’s work focuses on creating scalable, user-friendly solutions that empower organizations to optimize their Kubernetes ecosystems.

As a Kubernetes Community Days (KCD) Texas user group organizer, Eddie is dedicated to bringing the cloud-native community together through engaging events and knowledge sharing. His leadership in planning KCD Texas 2024, featuring hands-on workshops and interactive sessions, demonstrates his commitment to fostering collaboration and growth in the Kubernetes space.

Eddie has a strong presence in the open-source community, contributing to projects and tools that enable developers to build, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications efficiently. His expertise extends to creating Kubernetes operators, semantic versioning for container management, and integrating tools like Anchore’s Grype for vulnerability analysis.

Beyond his technical achievements, Eddie is a seasoned executive. He helps startups scale by crafting impactful strategies that bridge the gap between technology and market needs. His GitHub profile (https://github.com/ewassef) showcases his technical contributions, and his LinkedIn profile (www.linkedin.com/in/eddiewassef) highlights his professional endorsements and community engagement.

Eddie Wassef is an expert in Kubernetes, cloud-native technologies, and startup innovation. He has extensive experience in minimalistic web design and full-stack development. He is the creator of Vega, a cutting-edge product that provides a comprehen... Show more

Loïc Magnette is a seasoned software developer with a strong background in consulting. Currently a senior developer at Oniryx, he specializes in Java and Angular, delivering innovative solutions and sharing his knowledge as a speaker. As a co-organizer of the Belgian Java User Group (BeJUG), he fosters connections within the developer community. Outside of tech, Loïc’s passion for wildlife inspires his work and creativity.

Loïc Magnette is a seasoned software developer with a strong background in consulting. Currently a senior developer at Oniryx, he specializes in Java and Angular, delivering innovative solutions and sharing his knowledge as a speaker. As a co-organiz... Show more

I have been working with data for more than 15 years.
I specialise in cloud data platform, IoT and the intelligent edge.

Now working on building the best productivity tools for data professionals

I have been working with data for more than 15 years. I specialise in cloud data platform, IoT and the intelligent edge. Now working on building the best productivity tools for data professionals Show more

Stefan Baumgartner is an architect and developer based in Austria. He is the author of "TypeScript in 50 Lessons" (Smashing Magazine, 2020) and "The TypeScript Cookbook" (O'Reilly, 2023). In his spare time, he organizes ScriptConf and Rust Linz. Stefan enjoys Italian food, Belgian beer, and British vinyl records.

Stefan Baumgartner is an architect and developer based in Austria. He is the author of "TypeScript in 50 Lessons" (Smashing Magazine, 2020) and "The TypeScript Cookbook" (O'Reilly, 2023). In his spare time, he organizes ScriptConf and Rust Linz. Stef... Show more

Siri Varma Vegiraju is a seasoned expert in healthcare, cloud computing, and security. Currently, he focuses on securing Azure Cloud workloads, leveraging his extensive experience in distributed systems and real-time streaming solutions. Prior to his current role, Siri contributed significantly to cloud observability platforms and multi-cloud environments. He has demonstrated his expertise through notable achievements in various competitive events and as a judge and technical reviewer for leading publications. Siri frequently speaks at industry conferences on topics related to Cloud and Security and holds a Masters Degree from University of Texas, Arlington with a specialization in Computer Science.

Siri Varma Vegiraju is a seasoned expert in healthcare, cloud computing, and security. Currently, he focuses on securing Azure Cloud workloads, leveraging his extensive experience in distributed systems and real-time streaming solutions. Prior to his... Show more

Renette is a technical lead at Entelect with degrees in BIS Multimedia and BSc (Hons) Computer Science from the University of Pretoria. She specializes in backend Java and Kotlin development, with extensive experience in Spring Boot projects. Renette is passionate about resilience engineering—ensuring production systems stay up even in challenging situations—and is dedicated to elevating the women around her and within her teams. She thrives on sharing knowledge, mentoring others, and fostering growth within her teams. When she's not engineering solutions, Renette enjoys diving into fantasy novels and exploring board games.

Renette is a technical lead at Entelect with degrees in BIS Multimedia and BSc (Hons) Computer Science from the University of Pretoria. She specializes in backend Java and Kotlin development, with extensive experience in Spring Boot projects. Renette... Show more

Pratik is a Software Engineer and Google Cloud Certified Engineer. He works as Software Developer at Impulsive Web. He is the organizer of GDG Cloud Pune. He was also the GDSC Lead for the year 2021-2022. Pratik enjoys writing technical blogs and articles to share his insights with the community. He is often found discussing Cloud Native technologies, DevOps, and Cloud Computing. When he's not in a terminal, Pratik enjoys bike rides and photography.

Pratik is a Software Engineer and Google Cloud Certified Engineer. He works as Software Developer at Impulsive Web. He is the organizer of GDG Cloud Pune. He was also the GDSC Lead for the year 2021-2022. Pratik enjoys writing technical blogs and art... Show more

Derek is passionate about building intuitive and useful applications, focusing on the design and user experience as well as the development. 



He has over 20 years of industry experience building customized intranets, extranets, and public facing websites based on the Microsoft stack. He specializes in front-end development and visual design/branding of SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft 365. He brings a design eye to a developers world along with skills in information architecture, content architecture, and collaboration strategy skills.

Derek is passionate about building intuitive and useful applications, focusing on the design and user experience as well as the development. 

 He has over 20 years of industry experience building customized intranets, extranets, and public facing... Show more

Nickolaj specializes in Enterprise Mobility and Security, Windows deployments and automation. Additionally, he has extensive experience with planning, implementing and migrating Microsoft Endpoint Manager environments on a global scale. Nickolaj has also been awarded as PowerShell Hero 2015 by the community, is the creator of popular community tools and solutions such as Modern Driver Management, CloudLAPS, ConfigMgr Prerequisites Tool, ConfigMgr OSD FrontEnd, ConfigMgr WebService and a frequent speaker at conferences and user groups.

Nickolaj specializes in Enterprise Mobility and Security, Windows deployments and automation. Additionally, he has extensive experience with planning, implementing and migrating Microsoft Endpoint Manager environments on a global scale. Nickolaj has ... Show more

Mike's career is marked by exceptional leadership within software engineering teams, where he has consistently achieved remarkable results. Over the years, Mike has effectively led and motivated diverse teams comprising architects, software engineers, data experts, and quality assurance analysts, consistently delivering outstanding outcomes while working within both Agile and Waterfall frameworks.

Mike is renowned for his expertise in building and nurturing high-performing Solutions Architecture teams. He skillfully implements Enterprise Architecture principles within these teams, collaborating seamlessly with senior stakeholders to align technology initiatives with overarching strategic goals. Under Mike's guidance, these initiatives have led to the successful execution of transformative technology projects, including complex endeavours like cloud migrations and legacy system replacements. Beyond their technical achievements, these projects have also yielded substantial operational efficiency gains and cost savings.

A pivotal aspect of Mike's leadership lies in his deep understanding of software engineering processes. He strategically optimizes resource allocation, streamlines software development lifecycles, and rigorously ensures compliance with industry standards. His unwavering commitment to enhancing software engineering capabilities within organizations has consistently yielded measurable performance improvements.

Mike Conjoice's reputation as an innovative and results-driven leader has made him a highly sought-after expert in the field. His impressive track record, combined with his dedication to excellence and ability to drive tangible results, positions him as an indispensable asset to any software engineering team and organization he serves.

Mike's career is marked by exceptional leadership within software engineering teams, where he has consistently achieved remarkable results. Over the years, Mike has effectively led and motivated diverse teams comprising architects, software engineers... Show more

Ronen Ariely is a senior consultant and architect, in the fields of data platform and application development. He has more than 15 years' experience in variety programming languages and technologies, leading development teams, and software companies, SQL & BI enterprise level solutions. Ronen is active in communities (aka pituach) in the field of Programming, SQL Server, and T-SQL. He serves as Moderator at MSDN and as one of the Microsoft TechNet WIKI communities' leaders. Ronen writes technical blogs, TechNet articles and blogs, and has been awarded as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional 7 times.

Ronen Ariely is a senior consultant and architect, in the fields of data platform and application development. He has more than 15 years' experience in variety programming languages and technologies, leading development teams, and software companies,... Show more

Dan has been building software since before the dot-com days, responsible for the modernization, site reliability and greenfield projects, as well as responsible for hiring software and devops engineers at various stages and skill levels, from junior to architect level. He has built a career at TRIRIGA, IBM, Wipro, and now as the Global Director of Software for Arcadis, a leading design, consultancy, engineering, project and management services across every phase of asset creation and management for projects all around the world.

Dan has been building software since before the dot-com days, responsible for the modernization, site reliability and greenfield projects, as well as responsible for hiring software and devops engineers at various stages and skill levels, from junior... Show more

Gabby Spurling works at VMLY&R as a Technology Director, where she focuses on architecting client projects and building teams of technical professionals to implement them. She enjoys all elements of web development, from designing delightful user experiences to using services to solve business problems. The common thread across all of her work has been creative problem solving and learning from incredible teams.

Gabby Spurling works at VMLY&R as a Technology Director, where she focuses on architecting client projects and building teams of technical professionals to implement them. She enjoys all elements of web development, from designing delightful user exp... Show more

David is a globally recognized expert in the world of real-time data, messaging systems, and Big Data technologies. He is a distinguished committer on the Apache Pulsar project, showcasing his invaluable contributions to the advancement of this groundbreaking event streaming platform.

As an accomplished author, David has penned the highly regarded book "Pulsar in Action," which serves as a definitive guide for those seeking to master the intricacies of Apache Pulsar. He is also a co-author of "Practical Hive," adding to his list of notable publications.

With numerous speaking engagements around the world, David's influence and expertise extend far beyond his written work. His captivating and informative talks have enlightened audiences on a global scale, making him a sought-after authority on topics related to real-time data and messaging technologies.

In his current role as a Developer Advocate for StreamNative, David focuses on strengthening the Apache Pulsar community through his passion for education and evangelization. He is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations with the knowledge and skills they need to make the most of real-time data and messaging technologies.

Prior to his role at StreamNative, David held key positions in leading companies. He was a principal software engineer on the messaging team at Splunk, where he honed his expertise in real-time data analytics. Additionally, David has served as the Director of Solutions for two influential Big Data startups, Streamlio and Hortonworks, further solidifying his position as a thought leader in the industry.

David's extensive experience, contributions to open-source projects, commitment to educating and supporting the community, and his extensive international speaking engagements make him a prominent figure in the field of real-time data. His presentations are always enlightening and serve as a valuable resource for those navigating the complexities of modern data and messaging systems.

David is a globally recognized expert in the world of real-time data, messaging systems, and Big Data technologies. He is a distinguished committer on the Apache Pulsar project, showcasing his invaluable contributions to the advancement of this groun... Show more

Larry Maccherone is a thought leader on DevSecOps, Agile, and Analytics.

At Comcast, Larry launched and scaled the DevSecOps Transformation program over five years. In his DevSecOps Transformation role at Contrast, he's now looking to apply what he learned to guide organizations with a framework for safely empowering development teams to take ownership of the security of their products. Larry was a founding Director at Carnegie Mellon's CyLab, researching cybersecurity and software engineering. While there, he co-led the launch of the DHS-funded Build-Security-In initiative. Larry has also served as Principal Investigator for the NSA's Code Assessment Methodology Project which wrote the book on how to evaluate application security tools, and received the Department of Energy's Los Alamos National Labs Fellow award.

Larry firmly believes in learning by doing so in his spare time, he is the author of a dozen or so open source projects one of which gets a million downloads per month.

Contact Larry on his LinkedIn page: https://LinkedIn.com/in/LarryMaccherone

Larry Maccherone is a thought leader on DevSecOps, Agile, and Analytics. At Comcast, Larry launched and scaled the DevSecOps Transformation program over five years. In his DevSecOps Transformation role at Contrast, he's now looking to apply what h... Show more

I really enjoy helping organizations grow their business with solutions based on more than 12 years of experience. Passionate about helping other professionals and exchanging ideas and practices. Experience in SMEs and business organizations with more than 400 users, presenter in local user groups for Dynamics, founder of Empowering-U, an organization that brings technology to students from different universities with free talks and workshops.

I really enjoy helping organizations grow their business with solutions based on more than 12 years of experience. Passionate about helping other professionals and exchanging ideas and practices. Experience in SMEs and business organizations with mor... Show more

Tasha Anspach is a distinguished consultant with a deep acumen in D365 Business Central & Power Platform. Drawing from her experience in Dynamics SL support, ISV assistance, and crafting solutions for multifaceted industry scenarios, Tasha guides businesses towards transformative success. She is not only a beacon of sales and technological expertise but also harbors a whimsical passion for unicorns, symbolizing her unique approach to business solutions. Tasha champions organizations to realize their fullest potential through technology.

Tasha Anspach is a distinguished consultant with a deep acumen in D365 Business Central & Power Platform. Drawing from her experience in Dynamics SL support, ISV assistance, and crafting solutions for multifaceted industry scenarios, Tasha guides bus... Show more

Software developer. I love DevOps and the concepts of docker and Kubernetes.

Software developer. I love DevOps and the concepts of docker and Kubernetes. Show more

Microsoft MVP & MVS. Apasionado por la tecnología, iniciándome en el mundo de la programación como hobby con calculadoras programables en el año 1982... Trabajando con Microsoft CRM desde el año 2004, evolucionando hacia el mundo Microsoft 365 y la Power Platform. Cofundador de la primera iniciativa de comercialización en España de Microsoft Dynamics CRM como servicio, con la versión 4.0, bajo el nombre comercial CRM Dinámico.

Microsoft MVP & MVS. Apasionado por la tecnología, iniciándome en el mundo de la programación como hobby con calculadoras programables en el año 1982... Trabajando con Microsoft CRM desde el año 2004, evolucionando hacia el mundo Microsoft 365 y la P... Show more

Felicia is the Co-Founder and CEO of Brange, a proptech startup reshaping the future of property maintenance. With a diverse background spanning technical writing, software engineering, and developer advocacy, her journey has been fueled by a passion for making tech accessible and empowering developers. She started her career as a technical writer, creating clear documentation, then transitioned to software engineering, contributing to open-source projects. As a Developer Advocate, she bridged the gap between developers and product teams, shaping educational resources that help developers at every stage of their journey.

Now, as CEO, Felicia leads Brange with a focus on innovation and building a culture of continuous learning. With a mindset shaped by both her professional experience and personal interests, she is committed to challenging the status quo and helping others unlock their potential—whether in tech or life.

Felicia is the Co-Founder and CEO of Brange, a proptech startup reshaping the future of property maintenance. With a diverse background spanning technical writing, software engineering, and developer advocacy, her journey has been fueled by a passion... Show more

I am a dedicated Software Engineer with extensive experience in designing and developing data-intensive cloud-based applications. I specialize in backend development and possess strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Docker, CI/CD, Kubernetes, AWS, and GCP. Additionally, I have a solid background in creating applied AI applications that integrate machine learning models into practical use cases. My skill set includes leveraging technologies such as speech-to-text, natural language understanding, response generation, and text-to-speech, along with backend integration and real-time analytics.

I am a dedicated Software Engineer with extensive experience in designing and developing data-intensive cloud-based applications. I specialize in backend development and possess strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Docker, CI/CD... Show more

Arkitekt hos Storebrand på dagtid. Lager bedre samfunn på fritiden gjennom innsyn, åpenhet samt å sjekke sikkerhet og personvern hos andre. Har Norges største database for offentlige journal (686 myndigheter).

Noen tidligere presentasjoner:
- BSides Oslo 2024 - Keynote - Exploring the World of Ethical Hacking: From Web Vulnerabilities to Election Security (partial recording - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwWPzRceCgs)
- HelloStavanger 2024 - 5 sikkerhetsfeil hos Storebrand (not recorded)
- Javazone 2020 - Overvåke gata eller finne korrupsjon Norges data er ferdig indeksert, https://vimeo.com/showcase/7568031/video/459871711
- Javazone 2017 - Lightning talk - Æ fant data, https://2017.javazone.no/program/a181ba49a1e1450c9a37d0d793a3e4ec

Arkitekt hos Storebrand på dagtid. Lager bedre samfunn på fritiden gjennom innsyn, åpenhet samt å sjekke sikkerhet og personvern hos andre. Har Norges største database for offentlige journal (686 myndigheter). Noen tidligere presentasjoner: - B... Show more

Imma is a Staff Developer Advocate who loves automating stuff and anything that helps get apps from development to production.

She enjoys sharing with local communities and helping them connect and thrive. You can find her co-organizing Grafana’s meetups in Barcelona and Madrid, Cloud Native Barcelona meetups, Software Crafters Barcelona, and KCD Barcelona 2024.

She also volunteers as a coach and board member at the TechFems Barcelona community and collaborates with Technovation Girls as a Judge.

She is a Bruce Springsteen fan. No surrender!

Imma is a Staff Developer Advocate who loves automating stuff and anything that helps get apps from development to production. She enjoys sharing with local communities and helping them connect and thrive. You can find her co-organizing Grafana’s ... Show more

Shweta is an Architect, Author, and Inventor with a deep passion for leveraging technology to drive meaningful innovation and change. With a career dedicated to creating transformative solutions, she thrives on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
"Transformation is a journey without a destination." - She wholeheartedly embraces this mindset, continuously evolving both personally and professionally.

She looks forward to making valuable connections and contributions, with the hope of leaving an impactful legacy before her time comes.

Shweta is an Architect, Author, and Inventor with a deep passion for leveraging technology to drive meaningful innovation and change. With a career dedicated to creating transformative solutions, she thrives on pushing the boundaries of what’s possib... Show more

17+ years of IT experience. 15+ years of experience in SharePoint.

Passionate SharePoint Techie. SharePoint / Microsoft 365 Consultant / Azure Consultant / Power Automate.

Motivational / Behavioral speaker

Author/Blogger, Speaker. Avid reader.

Runs the web site https://knowledge-junction.in/

17+ years of IT experience. 15+ years of experience in SharePoint. Passionate SharePoint Techie. SharePoint / Microsoft 365 Consultant / Azure Consultant / Power Automate. Motivational / Behavioral speaker Author/Blogger, Speaker. Avid rea... Show more

John Dennison is a senior Cloud and DevOps architect at Sogeti Engage, part of Capgemini. He has worked for over 20 years in the IT Industry and has a range of experience from IoT & data to being an application architect and DevOps expert. He is passionate about automation and improving developer experiences by allowing them to focus on producing value for their customers. He has followed the Dapr project for many years and is involved in implementing solutions based on Dapr for our customers.

John Dennison is a senior Cloud and DevOps architect at Sogeti Engage, part of Capgemini. He has worked for over 20 years in the IT Industry and has a range of experience from IoT & data to being an application architect and DevOps expert. He is pass... Show more

Software Engineer loves building things for fun.

Software Engineer loves building things for fun. Show more

Jan Weinschenker works at Holisticon AG in Hamburg as a senior consultant and software architect. He is a big fan of cloud based architectures and reactive programming with Java and Kotlin.

Jan Weinschenker works at Holisticon AG in Hamburg as a senior consultant and software architect. He is a big fan of cloud based architectures and reactive programming with Java and Kotlin. Show more

After finishing his education as a software developer in 2011, Patrick worked for a small company. There he was able to work on the further development of a 50 year old software for real estate management. He gained a broad knowledge of programming languages (Cobol, VB6, Delphi, C#) and practices.

After that, he moves to the Business Central area in 2017. He uses the prior knowledge to think "out of the box" in Business Central.

You can read his ideas on his blog https://patrickschiefer.com

After finishing his education as a software developer in 2011, Patrick worked for a small company. There he was able to work on the further development of a 50 year old software for real estate management. He gained a broad knowledge of programming l... Show more