Real Estate & Architecture

Experts in the design, construction, and management of buildings and structures, as well as professionals involved in the buying, selling, and development of real estate properties

Michael Arndt

Michael Arndt

Michael Arndt studied Electrical Engineering at TU Darmstadt (D) and Biomedical Engineering at University of Aberdeen (UK). He received his PhD from BTU Cottbus (D) for research on magnetoelastic sensors. After working several years in industry leading R&D projects and departments, he was appointed professor for building automation at TH Mittelhessen.

Michael Arndt studied Electrical Engineering at TU Darmstadt (D) and Biomedical Engineering at University of Aberdeen (UK). He received his PhD from BTU Cottbus (D) for research on magnetoelastic sensors. After working several years in industry leadi... Show more

Lisa Meinczinger

Lisa Meinczinger

Lisa Meinczinger is a highly experienced residential appraiser with over 28 years of expertise in researching, analyzing, and reporting market data across urban, suburban, and rural real estate markets. She is the owner of Advance Appraiser Service, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she has provided comprehensive appraisal services since 2011. Her scope of work includes traditional appraisals, appraisal and forensic reviews, hybrid and desktop products, and relocation assignments. She specializes in complex residential properties, litigation support, and high-performance (green/energy-efficient) homes. She is FHA-approved and has supplemental commercial experience under mentorship.
In addition to her appraisal practice, Lisa is an approved instructor for the Appraisal Institute, with nine years of classroom and webinar teaching experience. She regularly teaches courses on a wide range of subjects, including fair housing and valuation bias, market analysis, highest and best use, desktop and hybrid appraisals, rural valuation, and green building valuation. She is approved to teach in all 50 states and remains actively involved in shaping appraisal education content.
Before launching her own business, she served as a staff residential appraiser at Landsafe from 2005 to 2011, where she was instrumental in training new appraisers and uncovering fraud cases in collaboration with Countrywide and the FBI.
She holds multiple prestigious professional designations, including the SRA and AI-RRS from the Appraisal Institute, the ASA from the American Society of Appraisers, and the CRP from Worldwide ERC. She also holds the CDEI designation from the International Distance Education Certification Center and the RAA and GREEN designations from the National Association of Realtors. She maintains her credentials through regular renewals and continuing education.
Lisa earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs from Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) in 1996 and completed her initial appraisal education in 1998. She continues to pursue advanced training through the Appraisal Institute and ASA, most recently completing Business Valuation coursework (BV101 in 2022 and BV201 in 2023).
An active leader in the appraisal profession, she serves as the Vice Chair of the Appraisal Institute’s National Board of Directors (2025–2027) and Vice President of the Hoosier State Chapter. She previously served as Trustee for the Appraisal Institute Insurance Trust, Region V Education Liaison, and as a board member in both Indiana and Ohio chapters. She has been deeply involved in the Leadership Development and Advisory Council
(LDAC), including as a discussion leader, and chaired the Candidate Guidance Committee from 2020 to 2024.
Her leadership extends beyond the Appraisal Institute. She is the 2024–2025 President of Relocation Appraisers and Consultants (RAC), having previously served as Vice President and Board Member. She also represents RAC on The Appraisal Foundation Advisory Council (TAFAC), where she is serving as Vice Chair in 2025 after holding the Secretary role in 2024.
As an engaged member of WERC, she has served on the Service Providers Council, Content Committee, Real Estate Work Group, and Conference Planning Committee. She was awarded the Meritorius Service Award in 2025 for volunteer service to the organization. She is also active in the American Society of Appraisers, serving as Secretary / Treasurer for the Real Property Discipline, a member of the Board of Examiners, a conference moderator, and a contributor to education and webinar development.
Dedicated to service both professionally and personally, she has volunteered as a unified dancer with the Special Olympics since 2008.

Lisa Meinczinger is a highly experienced residential appraiser with over 28 years of expertise in researching, analyzing, and reporting market data across urban, suburban, and rural real estate markets. She is the owner of Advance Appraiser Service, ... Show more

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Charles Verleyen

Charles Verleyen

I am a 35 years old data engineer and have been working for the last 10 years in different industry before founding my company recently with a focus on providing modern data services. I am passionate about open-source technologies and strive to deliver automated data solutions that can scale.

Aside from my work, I am a sport lover with special dedication for tennis.

I am a 35 years old data engineer and have been working for the last 10 years in different industry before founding my company recently with a focus on providing modern data services. I am passionate about open-source technologies and strive to deliv... Show more

Julián Lorenzo Espinosa

Julián Lorenzo Espinosa

📣📣Desde hace 25 años estoy comprometido con varios proyectos empresariales en el ámbito de las tecnologías de la información y comunicación.

Principalmente vinculadas a la tecnología de Microsoft en la nube en el 2014 me incorpore a la estrategia de Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Dynamics 365 y Microsoft Azure. Siempre con una clara vocación de crear soluciones empresariales que superen la gestión para mejorar la productividad, la generación de negocio y la automatización de los procesos desde los servicios webs, dispositivos hasta el análisis empresarial.🚀🚀

Durante el año 2015 participe activamente el circuito TIC for you, con mas de 52 conferencias que me ayudaron a conocer mejor la #TRANSFORMACIONDIGITAL.

En 2020 emprendimos un proyecto de consolidación de la unidad de negocio de CRM & Dynamics 365 que hoy supone la punta de lanza de más de 100 micro empresas, y empresas de gran tamaño de la mano de Microsoft, y de todo su ecosistema de aplicaciones.

Hoy podemos decir las ventas & marketing se consolidan como uno de los principales retos de las empresas, la digitalización impulsa la necesidad de pasar a la acción y apostar por metodología frente a vocación.

"El éxito no es definitivo, el fracaso no es letal, es el valor para continuar lo que cuenta" W.C

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For 25 years I have been committed to several business projects in the field of information and communication technologies.

Primarily linked to Microsoft's cloud technology in 2014 I'm on the basis of Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Microsoft Azure. Always with a clear vocation to create business solutions that outperform management to improve productivity, business generation and process automation from web services, devices to business analytics.

During 2015, the ICT for you circuit actively participates, with more than 52 conferences that helped me learn more about the #TRANSFORMACIONDIGITAL.

In 2020 we undertook a project to consolidate the CRM & Dynamics 365 business unit that today is the spearhead of more than 100 micro companies, and large companies by Microsoft, and its entire application ecosystem.

Today we can say sales & marketing are consolidated as one of the main challenges of companies, digitalization drives the need to take action and bet on methodology versus vocation.

📣📣Desde hace 25 años estoy comprometido con varios proyectos empresariales en el ámbito de las tecnologías de la información y comunicación. Principalmente vinculadas a la tecnología de Microsoft en la nube en el 2014 me incorpore a la estrateg... Show more

Anthony Marguleas

Anthony Marguleas

Anthony Marguleas, the owner of Amalfi Estates, has established a legendary reputation in the industry. Founded in 1995, Amalfi Estates is one of California’s leading independent Real Estate companies. Its team members are dedicated to going above and beyond for their clients and community. In 2022, The Wall Street Journal ranked them as one of the top 10 teams in the nation out of over 2 million agents and teams. An internationally recognized philanthropist and expert in real estate, Marguleas has sold over $2 billion in properties and is known for his creativity with marketing, publicity, and technology to sell some of the best properties, including his recent $63.1 million record-breaking sale of the Hearst estate, the most expensive home in the country to sell at auction.

In addition, Marguleas holds several professional designations, including Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist. He is a top negotiator, having completed the Advanced Negotiations class at Harvard Business School and the KARASS seminars negotiating course, translating into millions of dollars in savings for his clients.

Marguleas is an incredibly sought-after speaker, panelist, and educator at industry conferences. Since 2004, he has guest lectured on real estate negotiations and contracts to thousands of students for UCLA’s real estate principles class. Marguleas has also been cited as an expert for publications and broadcasts, including Architectural Digest, Barron’s, Bloomberg, Extra’s “Mansions & Millionaires,” Forbes, Mansion Global, MSN, People, Robb Report, The Hollywood Reporter, The Real Deal, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo Money, and Yahoo! Finance.

Marguleas obtained a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of California, Riverside, where he received the Outstanding Alumnus Award. He later attended USC’s Masters in Real Estate Development and Finance program. Marguleas resides in Pacific Palisades with his wife, Sue, and their four children.

Marguleas has always believed in giving back to his community as a family man and community leader, so he created his life-changing give-back program seven years ago. With every home sale, Amalfi Estates gives 10% of its net commission to one of six charities: Make-a-Wish, Wags and Walks, The American Cancer Society, The People Concern (to help alleviate homelessness), Homeboy Industries, and Heal the Bay. He and his fantastic team have been fortunate to have donated over $2,000,000, helping 50,000 families since 2015.

Anthony Marguleas, the owner of Amalfi Estates, has established a legendary reputation in the industry. Founded in 1995, Amalfi Estates is one of California’s leading independent Real Estate companies. Its team members are dedicated to going above an... Show more

Randy Justin Garcia Jr

Randy Justin Garcia Jr

Meet Randy, a dynamic Director of Sales and Realtor with a passion for empowering his team and clients alike. With over a decade of experience and a track record of serving 300+ families, Randy leads a team of 20+ agents in creating amazing careers to be proud of. His journey began in the Bay Area, where his upbringing instilled in him integrity, honesty, and an unwavering work ethic. From starting multiple thriving businesses in his early twenties to facilitating over 100 real estate transactions, Randy's entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to excellence shine through. With a commitment to continuous growth and providing the best for his family of three, Randy is driven by the desire to make every day 1% better.

Meet Randy, a dynamic Director of Sales and Realtor with a passion for empowering his team and clients alike. With over a decade of experience and a track record of serving 300+ families, Randy leads a team of 20+ agents in creating amazing careers t... Show more

William Klos

William Klos

Bill got his start building monolithic applications on monolithic hardware. Literally. The AS/400s of the day were tall, matte black, and had an ominous “hum” about them. Since then, he has moved steadily towards more distributed pursuits. Today, Bill works primarily in the cloud across multiple platforms, specializes in IoT and distributed architectures. He also believes watching the data streams directly is more satisfying than what any UI has to offer.

Bill got his start building monolithic applications on monolithic hardware. Literally. The AS/400s of the day were tall, matte black, and had an ominous “hum” about them. Since then, he has moved steadily towards more distributed pursuits. Today,... Show more

Rasmus Hansen

Rasmus Hansen

Rasmus has been working as at KeyShot Dock, previously Digizuite for over 9 years, starting out in QA and later moving to development. He is now the Lead Architect for KeyShot Dock and has extensive experience with various technologies including Kubernetes, Dotnet, JavaScript and various other languages.

Rasmus has been working as at KeyShot Dock, previously Digizuite for over 9 years, starting out in QA and later moving to development. He is now the Lead Architect for KeyShot Dock and has extensive experience with various technologies including Kube... Show more

Rui Faria

Rui Faria

I am a Technical Consultant in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management projects. I work on development, integrations, and Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), designing and implementing custom solutions, optimizing processes, and ensuring smooth system integrations across complex environments.

I am a Technical Consultant in Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management projects. I work on development, integrations, and Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), designing and implementing custom solutions, optimizing processes, and ensuring s... Show more

Shahed Syed

Shahed Syed

Design Director at Focused, a boutique AI consultancy. I've previously led teams at E*TRADE, PODS, and Morgan Stanley.

I studied architecture, but I fell in love with building software. And I've been fortunate enough to design software for millions of people.

Design Director at Focused, a boutique AI consultancy. I've previously led teams at E*TRADE, PODS, and Morgan Stanley. I studied architecture, but I fell in love with building software. And I've been fortunate enough to design software for millio... Show more

Gan Oreł

Gan Oreł

I help people speak more clearly

I help people speak more clearly Show more

Mike Dias

Mike Dias

Mike is a Principal Software Engineer at Atlassian. For the past seven years, he has been involved in various data projects across the company, including the Atlassian Data Lake. In his role, he drives the architecture of the company's Customer Analytics offerings.

Mike is a Principal Software Engineer at Atlassian. For the past seven years, he has been involved in various data projects across the company, including the Atlassian Data Lake. In his role, he drives the architecture of the company's Customer Analy... Show more

Andrew Stafford

Andrew Stafford

Andrew Stafford has spent 25 years in technology and 15 years working directly with AI — long before it was a dinner table topic. He's the founder of Your AI Group and AI for Business, where he helps organizations cut through the noise and make real decisions about emerging technology.
In 2025, Andrew led 19 events reaching audiences from intimate workshops to seminars of 900+. He's collaborated with global brands including Make, Blotato, and Supabase, and advised companies ranging from $5M startups to multi-billion dollar enterprises.
His work sits at the intersection of practical implementation and informed caution — he's as likely to help you deploy AI as to tell you when not to. A Microsoft award winner and Amazon bestselling author, Andrew brings both builder credibility and strategic perspective to every stage.
Topics: AI strategy and adoption, emerging technology trends, AI risk and ethics, responsible innovation.

Andrew Stafford has spent 25 years in technology and 15 years working directly with AI — long before it was a dinner table topic. He's the founder of Your AI Group and AI for Business, where he helps organizations cut through the noise and make real ... Show more

Sergii Danilov

Sergii Danilov

Innovator by Nature | 20+ years of pushing boundaries

Innovator by Nature | 20+ years of pushing boundaries Show more

Priyanshi Arora

Priyanshi Arora

Priyanshi is a brand data analyst and creative artist.

Priyanshi is a brand data analyst and creative artist. Show more

Pablo Lira

Pablo Lira

Sou Arquiteto de Soluções e Engenheiro de IA no Google Cloud, com uma trajetória comprovada na fusão de infraestrutura em nuvem, DevOps e Machine Learning Operations (MLOps).

Com uma sólida base em engenharia de software, especializado em projetar e implementar arquiteturas em nuvem escaláveis, seguras e de alto desempenho, permitindo que as empresas explorem o potencial total de tecnologias emergentes.

A minha experiência estende-se agora à Inteligência Artificial, onde ele é fundamental na construção de pipelines robustos de CI/CD para modelos de ML. Não só projeto a fundação DevOps para a nuvem, mas também garanto a entrega e o monitoramento contínuo de soluções de IA, impulsionando a transformação digital com inovação e excelência técnica em diversos setores.

Sou Arquiteto de Soluções e Engenheiro de IA no Google Cloud, com uma trajetória comprovada na fusão de infraestrutura em nuvem, DevOps e Machine Learning Operations (MLOps). Com uma sólida base em engenharia de software, especializado em projetar... Show more

Jonathan Ben Haim

Jonathan Ben Haim

I don't just talk about AI and automation—I live it. Every day, I build real solutions that drive revenue, streamline operations, and transform how teams work. As someone who turned automation from a side hustle into a career superpower, I bring practical, battle-tested insights that cut through the hype and deliver results.

My name is Jonathan , I'm the Director of GTM AI & Automation at Pendo.io, where I lead AI and automation initiatives for Account Executives and revenue operations. I've built workflows and AI bots connected to RAG vector databases that transform how revenue teams work.
My journey in Customer Success leadership at companies like Datorama, Salesforce, and Pendo taught me that AI and automation aren't just tools—they're a lifestyle. What started as a side hustle became the foundation of my career and my life.
As Co-Founder of Chain of Thoughts, I combine humor with hands-on experience to teach leaders how to build AI and automation solutions—both simple and complex. I host the Chain of Thoughts podcast and write The Lazy Leader newsletter, sharing practical insights that actually deliver results.

I don't just teach AI and automation—I live it. As Director of GTM AI & Automation at Pendo.io and Co-Founder of Chain of Thoughts, I bring real-world experience building solutions that drive revenue and transform teams. After years in Customer Success leadership at Datorama, Salesforce, and Pendo, I turned my automation side hustle into my career. Now I help others do the same through the Chain of Thoughts podcast and The Lazy Leader newsletter—with humor, practical expertise, and zero hype.

I don't just talk about AI and automation—I live it. Every day, I build real solutions that drive revenue, streamline operations, and transform how teams work. As someone who turned automation from a side hustle into a career superpower, I bring prac... Show more

David Morris

David Morris

David Morris is a seasoned Enterprise Architect specializing in AI system design and implementation at a large-scale government customer. At Leidos, he supports a major U.S. government customer in the CTO office, leading efforts in AI research and reference architecture development. With deep expertise in cloud platforms—especially AWS services like SageMaker, Glue, and Step Functions—David bridges enterprise strategy and technical execution by crafting scalable, resilient patterns for complex data-driven solutions.

David Morris is a seasoned Enterprise Architect specializing in AI system design and implementation at a large-scale government customer. At Leidos, he supports a major U.S. government customer in the CTO office, leading efforts in AI research and re... Show more

Bryan Oliver

Bryan Oliver

Bryan is an experienced engineer and leader who designs and builds complex distributed systems. He has spent his career developing mobile and back-end systems whilst building autonomous teams. More recently he has been focused on delivery and cloud native at Thoughtworks. In his free time he plays ice hockey and goes trail running, and tries to break into the champion rank in rocket league. https://olivercodes.com

Bryan is an experienced engineer and leader who designs and builds complex distributed systems. He has spent his career developing mobile and back-end systems whilst building autonomous teams. More recently he has been focused on delivery and cloud n... Show more

Nelsy Dubras

Nelsy Dubras

Nelsy Dubras is currently a Corporate Counsel at KnowBe4 and is passionate about Compliance & Ethics for AI and emerging technologies. With a background in international technology law and disruptive tech, Nelsy is known for making complex regulatory and ethical concepts accessible, practical, and inspiring.

Nelsy Dubras is currently a Corporate Counsel at KnowBe4 and is passionate about Compliance & Ethics for AI and emerging technologies. With a background in international technology law and disruptive tech, Nelsy is known for making complex regulatory... Show more

Akugizibwe Hussein

Akugizibwe Hussein

Software Engineer | Graphics Designer | Traveller

Software Engineer | Graphics Designer | Traveller Show more

Francois Tabi

Francois Tabi

je suis un polytechniciens spécialiser en data science et soucieux des limite et potentiel de l IA a répondre a besoin dans des secteur disruption (oncologie) ayant pour aspiration d évoluer en tant que AI Researcher ingeneer chez google

je suis un polytechniciens spécialiser en data science et soucieux des limite et potentiel de l IA a répondre a besoin dans des secteur disruption (oncologie) ayant pour aspiration d évoluer en tant que AI Researcher ingeneer chez google Show more

Erik Aceiro Antonio

Erik Aceiro Antonio

Reconhecido por integrar tecnologia, negócios e pessoas para formar equipes de alta performance e liderar transformações que impactaram milhões de usuários. Especialista em DDD e Team Topologies Advocate (TTA) é autor do conceito Arquitetura de Valor, atuante em comunidades técnicas e de liderança e membro do Comitê da ABRIA. Com mais de 20 anos de experiência, possui Ph.D. em Engenharia de Software e MBA em Negócios Digitais e IA, unindo prática, estratégia e conhecimento acadêmico para gerar valor real e sustentável.

Reconhecido por integrar tecnologia, negócios e pessoas para formar equipes de alta performance e liderar transformações que impactaram milhões de usuários. Especialista em DDD e Team Topologies Advocate (TTA) é autor do conceito Arquitetura de Valo... Show more

Paul Wong

Paul Wong

Paul Wong — better known as The Dub Agent — is redefining what it means to host a successful open house. With his signature blend of authenticity, strategy, and heart, Paul draws on the Five Laws from “The Go-Giver” to show how the real magic of an open house happens before and after the doors open — not during the event itself.

A top-producing Realtor® at Fifty Hills, Paul has built a thriving business by merging old-school connection with new-school marketing. His approach transforms open houses from passive events into active lead-generation ecosystems rooted in service, storytelling, and human connection.

Paul’s presentation, “The Five Laws of a Successful Open House,” challenges agents to rethink what success really looks like — not just more traffic or sign-ins, but building relationships, creating value, and mastering follow-through. Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned pro, Paul’s session will leave you inspired to approach your next open house with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Paul Wong — better known as The Dub Agent — is redefining what it means to host a successful open house. With his signature blend of authenticity, strategy, and heart, Paul draws on the Five Laws from “The Go-Giver” to show how the real magic of an o... Show more

Martín Comparetto

Martín Comparetto

Soy arquitecto de software, líder técnico y líder de producto con más de 20 años de experiencia en desarrollo de software, análisis y diseño de aplicaciones.
Como creador de PHARO Software, lidero el desarrollo de un producto para Terminales Portuarias, Zonas Francas y Depositos Fiscales, con tecnologías modernas como Azure, .NET e IA.

Me especializo en arquitecturas seguras, confiables y escalables, con foco en interoperabilidad, performance y buenas prácticas. Disfruto liderar equipos técnicos, diseñar soluciones complejas y explorar tecnologías emergentes como IA aplicada tanto a los procesos de desarrollo como al producto.

Mi enfoque es práctico, ético y orientado al impacto real. Busco colaborar con personas y organizaciones que valoren la excelencia técnica, la mejora continua y la innovación.

Soy arquitecto de software, líder técnico y líder de producto con más de 20 años de experiencia en desarrollo de software, análisis y diseño de aplicaciones. Como creador de PHARO Software, lidero el desarrollo de un producto para Terminales Portuar... Show more

Mufhti Ryanda Olii

Mufhti Ryanda Olii

Mufhti Ryanda Olii is an AI Developer and visionary technologist dedicated to shaping the next generation of intelligent systems. With a mastery of machine learning, deep learning, and advanced software engineering, he bridges the gap between creativity and computation. Mufhti’s mission is to design AI that not only solves problems but understands purpose — driving innovation, automation, and human progress.

Mufhti Ryanda Olii is an AI Developer and visionary technologist dedicated to shaping the next generation of intelligent systems. With a mastery of machine learning, deep learning, and advanced software engineering, he bridges the gap between creativ... Show more

Simon Eschner-Krauss

Simon Eschner-Krauss

As an Architect at Senacor, Simon Eschner-Krauss helps teams in the banking and financial sector modernize how they build and deliver software. With experience in Data Engineering, Cloud Migration, and Software Delivery Management, he enjoys exploring how AI and automation can support developers and improve the way software evolves.

As an Architect at Senacor, Simon Eschner-Krauss helps teams in the banking and financial sector modernize how they build and deliver software. With experience in Data Engineering, Cloud Migration, and Software Delivery Management, he enjoys explorin... Show more

Dhill Roy

Dhill Roy

Dhill is a seasoned Azure architect focussed on Cloud Infrastructure and PaaS services. He is an expert at setting up automated cost efficient Azure landing zones to drastically improve deployment velocity. He has worked with big brands like PwC and Royal Mail to setup landing zones and spearhead multi-million pound data centre exits

Dhill is a seasoned Azure architect focussed on Cloud Infrastructure and PaaS services. He is an expert at setting up automated cost efficient Azure landing zones to drastically improve deployment velocity. He has worked with big brands like PwC and ... Show more

Carol Huston

Carol Huston

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Katie@connectCAhomes.com https://connectcahomes.com

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