I am a Senior Software Engineer and recognized expert with over two decades of impact across FinTech, telecommunications, and secure data systems. My work centers on architecting and delivering fault tolerant, high availability platforms that power mission critical financial and communication infrastructures worldwide.
Throughout my career, I have advanced secure financial messaging, fraud detection, and real time data systems, developing solutions that integrate encryption, distributed architectures, and strong compliance frameworks. My focus on scalability, reliability, and resilience has consistently enabled trusted, high performance systems for enterprise and global financial operations.
As an IEEE Senior Member, IEEE Computer Society member, and ACM member, I remain actively engaged in advancing professional standards and knowledge sharing. I frequently contribute insights on FinTech security, APIs, distributed systems, and technology adoption, bridging theory and practice to strengthen the engineering ecosystem.

I am a Senior Software Engineer and recognized expert with over two decades of impact across FinTech, telecommunications, and secure data systems. My work centers on architecting and delivering fault tolerant, high availability platforms that power m... Show more

Joe Azzopardi (PhD) is a keynote speaker who helps leaders understand and navigate generational tension in the workplace. He delivers high-impact sessions that unpack why teams misfire across age groups and what leaders can do to strengthen retention, collaboration, and performance. Drawing on cutting-edge generational research and practical frontline insights, Joe equips audiences with actionable tools to lead and communicate effectively across the generations.

Joe Azzopardi (PhD) is a keynote speaker who helps leaders understand and navigate generational tension in the workplace. He delivers high-impact sessions that unpack why teams misfire across age groups and what leaders can do to strengthen retention... Show more

Disleve Kanku is a Boston-based AI engineer, data strategist, and entrepreneur shaping the intersection of intelligent systems and human impact. He currently serves as Founder and CEO of Blueprint Intel, an AI consulting studio helping small businesses automate their workflows using trustworthy agentic systems.

At the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Disleve engineers reproducible AI/ML pipelines that power clinical research and precision medicine, integrating large-scale data systems, NLP, and automation tools across departments. His cross-domain experience from healthcare AI to agentic automation positions him as a leading voice on how developers can build AI that works and earns trust.

Disleve is a TEDxBoston speaker, Startup Boston Week moderator, and NSBE Boston AI & Me series creator, known for his mission to inspire developers to build tools that heal, not just scale. Through his talks, he bridges the gap between innovation and integrity, showing how community, culture, and code can converge to create a more trustworthy AI future.

Disleve Kanku is a Boston-based AI engineer, data strategist, and entrepreneur shaping the intersection of intelligent systems and human impact. He currently serves as Founder and CEO of Blueprint Intel, an AI consulting studio helping small business... Show more

Having graduated in Computer Science at Aberystwyth in 1990, Marcus has worked with mainframes ever since, as a programmer, systems programmer, consultant, database administrator, production support hero, production support villain and management piñata for various companies. He is now a Lead Product Developer for BMC Software. He holds an MBCS, CEng, CITP, and, more often than not, a glass of wine. He is an IBM Champion, an IBM Z and LinuxONE Influencer, Open Mainframe Project Ambassador, Joint Chairman of the UK Db2 User Group, a member of the IDUG Content Committee for whom he hosts a podcast, and the GSE UK Conference Planning Committee. In his spare time, he is a STEM Ambassador, leading a Code Club in a Welsh-medium junior school, and translating Raspberry Pi Foundation resources into Welsh.

Having graduated in Computer Science at Aberystwyth in 1990, Marcus has worked with mainframes ever since, as a programmer, systems programmer, consultant, database administrator, production support hero, production support villain and management piñ... Show more

Independent software vendor specialized in software development and systems architecture. Experience in Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Power Platform and Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementations projects in different industries like retail, real estate, educational, public government, manufacturing, automotive, banking, insurance, professional services, et al. I help organizations transform their business processes using IT tools and techniques, creating a well-balanced software ecosystem. As a ClickDimensions Partner, I offer marketing automation solutions. I help Microsoft partners to develop business areas focused on Dynamics 365 CE Apps, Power Platform and Azure services

Independent software vendor specialized in software development and systems architecture. Experience in Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Power Platform and Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementations projects in different industries like retail, real estat... Show more

As the Managing Director of Enki Consulting, Khaled advises leadership teams responsible for global go-to-market strategy and business expansion into new verticals and regions through new and existing partnerships, through Microsoft, and by working directly with end-users. Khaled has led multiple organizations from no market share to success by prioritizing customer and partner benefits and working in sync within a broader ecosystem.

As the Managing Director of Enki Consulting, Khaled advises leadership teams responsible for global go-to-market strategy and business expansion into new verticals and regions through new and existing partnerships, through Microsoft, and by working d... Show more

Om Prakash Singh is an experienced cloud-native security and platform engineering leader with over 20 years of experience in IT automation, cloud computing, and DevOps. As the Capability Lead for Linux, Satellite, and Ansible at a leading financial firm, Om Prakash Singh has helped organizations build secure, scalable, and automated infrastructure. They are a CNCF enthusiast and a frequent contributor to open-source communities, focusing on Kubernetes, cloud security, and platform engineering. Om Prakash Singhis also the founder of AO+ Solutions, an IT consulting firm specializing in digital transformation, managed security, and cloud-native strategies.

Om Prakash Singh is an experienced cloud-native security and platform engineering leader with over 20 years of experience in IT automation, cloud computing, and DevOps. As the Capability Lead for Linux, Satellite, and Ansible at a leading financial f... Show more

Arun Pratap Singh is a Lead Analytics Developer specializing in AI, machine learning, and business intelligence. He has published research on AI agent architectures for enterprise decision intelligence and multilingual sentiment analysis in e-commerce. Arun brings deep expertise in data engineering, visualization, and applying AI to solve complex business challenges.

Arun Pratap Singh is a Lead Analytics Developer specializing in AI, machine learning, and business intelligence. He has published research on AI agent architectures for enterprise decision intelligence and multilingual sentiment analysis in e-commerc... Show more

Chris Leonard is a speaker and business coach who builds high-performing teams around complex problems and helps leaders do the same.
Drawing from Agile, LeanStartup, EOS, and more, Chris gives his clients the right skills to meet their goals. He founded No Impediments in 2023 where he serves clients in higher ed, retail, life sciences, and more.
Chris came to coaching as a second career after 10years on the road in the music industry. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, two kids, a dog and a cat.

Chris Leonard is a speaker and business coach who builds high-performing teams around complex problems and helps leaders do the same. Drawing from Agile, LeanStartup, EOS, and more, Chris gives his clients the right skills to meet their goals. He fo... Show more

Nishanth Sirikonda is a Workday Solutions Architect with over 10 years of experience designing and implementing scalable, secure, and user-focused HCM solutions. He specializes in Workday HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Compensation, and complex integrations, driving efficiency and aligning systems with business goals. Known for his leadership in enterprise transformations, Nishanth has led global deployments, M&A integrations, and compliance initiatives across public and private sectors. His expertise spans architecture, testing, reporting, and governance. Passionate about process improvement and innovation, he collaborates closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful, future-ready solutions that streamline operations and elevate workforce experiences.

Nishanth Sirikonda is a Workday Solutions Architect with over 10 years of experience designing and implementing scalable, secure, and user-focused HCM solutions. He specializes in Workday HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Compensation, and comple... Show more

Security of APIs - AI agents, LLMs, Ethical Hacker, advising small business owners on CyberSec.

Former Real Estate businesses owner for 10 year, Previously sold IT related project at Financial Mail and Businesses Day finance publications

Security of APIs - AI agents, LLMs, Ethical Hacker, advising small business owners on CyberSec. Former Real Estate businesses owner for 10 year, Previously sold IT related project at Financial Mail and Businesses Day finance publications Show more

Leonard is a Microsoft Power Platform Certified Solutions Architect holding 10 Microsoft certifications and 5 years of specialized expertise in Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure development. As the leader of a 40-developer team, he architects and delivers enterprise-grade solutions encompassing custom plugins, Azure Functions, Power Apps, and complex system integrations.

His experience spans the full development lifecycle—from Business Process Flow implementation and plugin architecture to CI/CD pipeline design and Azure-based automation.

Leonard has successfully led numerous enterprise deployments and modernization initiatives, bringing deep technical knowledge and proven patterns to organizations navigating the Microsoft ecosystem.

A dedicated technical educator, Leonard regularly conducts bootcamps and training programs, equipping development teams with the skills and best practices needed to build robust, scalable solutions on the Microsoft platform.

Leonard is a Microsoft Power Platform Certified Solutions Architect holding 10 Microsoft certifications and 5 years of specialized expertise in Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure development. As the leader of a 40-developer team, he architects a... Show more

Ricardo Magalhães is a DevOps Engineer at xgeeks. He is responsible for driving the infrastructure for one of the top automotive companies in today's world. Always striving for bigger and better, Ricardo has an unmatched will to take projects to the next level and of course, make a great story along the way. Because everything is better with a good story.

Ricardo Magalhães is a DevOps Engineer at xgeeks. He is responsible for driving the infrastructure for one of the top automotive companies in today's world. Always striving for bigger and better, Ricardo has an unmatched will to take projects to the ... Show more

Emily is a people-obsessed engagement specialist with master’s level DEIB training. In their current role at Hugging Face, they source, recruit, hire, develop, and retain top AI talent, with a dedicated focus on decentralized team happiness and growth. Emily thrives in people-centric spaces that prioritize community and belonging.

Emily is a people-obsessed engagement specialist with master’s level DEIB training. In their current role at Hugging Face, they source, recruit, hire, develop, and retain top AI talent, with a dedicated focus on decentralized team happiness and growt... Show more

DevOps engineer who loves to tinker with Linux systems

DevOps engineer who loves to tinker with Linux systems Show more

I did my Doctorate in the field computer vision for medical images. I have been working with images and textual data within medical domain. Currently, I have been involved in several projects related to bioinformatics, ML and multi-omics in veterinary science and evolutionary hologenomics. Apart from the main projects, I am working with other computer vision projects related to medical, infrastructure and other smaller projects. My future projects will include multi-modal models within health science.

I did my Doctorate in the field computer vision for medical images. I have been working with images and textual data within medical domain. Currently, I have been involved in several projects related to bioinformatics, ML and multi-omics in veterinar... Show more

Dr. David A. Palmer (Ed.D.) is a nationally recognized educator, trauma-informed strategist, and neurodivergence-affirming speaker. With 30+ years of experience as a special education teacher, father of five adopted neurodivergent teens, and award-winning researcher, Dr. Palmer bridges lived experience with professional expertise. He is the creator of the INSPECT Framework and founder of Rewire the Response, a movement helping schools shift from behavior compliance to connection-first leadership. His work has been featured at TEDx, NAMICon, and national education conferences, where he inspires educators to lead with regulation, not reaction.

Dr. David A. Palmer (Ed.D.) is a nationally recognized educator, trauma-informed strategist, and neurodivergence-affirming speaker. With 30+ years of experience as a special education teacher, father of five adopted neurodivergent teens, and award-wi... Show more

am a technology leader with more than 15 years of experience in the automotive, banking, and healthcare industries. My core expertise is in full-stack engineering, cloud modernization, and AI/ML integration, where I focus on building scalable and intelligent digital systems.

I have led major projects at JPMorgan Chase and American Honda Motors, including:

Developing a Spring Boot–based platform to automate vehicle software updates.

Migrating legacy systems to microservices and cloud-native architectures.

Delivering serverless cloud solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and ElastiCache.

Building dashboards and APIs for real-time operational insights.

With over a decade of experience in U.S. Medicaid, I now focus on applying AI/ML for fraud detection, intelligent automation, and cybersecurity in healthcare.

I actively share my knowledge as a technical writer on DZone, covering Java, Spring Boot, backend engineering, and distributed systems. Currently, I am pursuing a Postgraduate Programme in Generative AI and Machine Learning at the Illinois Institute of Technology, specializing in responsible AI and enterprise-scale deployments.

I am passionate about mentoring and community engagement. I have judged several global hackathons—FusionHacks, Hidden Leaf Hackathon, W3B Pitchfest, and the Israeli–Indian Hackathon

I also hold AWS Certified Developer – Associate and AWS Solutions Architect – Associate credentials, which help me design secure, cost-efficient, and scalable cloud solutions.

am a technology leader with more than 15 years of experience in the automotive, banking, and healthcare industries. My core expertise is in full-stack engineering, cloud modernization, and AI/ML integration, where I focus on building scalable and int... Show more

Usman Madani Zanna is an accomplished Cybersecurity Professional and Software Development Entrepreneur with a strong background in Network Technology. Holding a BSc in Network Technology and Cybersecurity from Lincoln University College, Malaysia (Nsuk Campus) and a Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence from Baze University, Abuja, he possesses a deep understanding of modern cybersecurity landscapes and emerging digital technologies.

Usman is the Founder of ZannaTech Innovations Ltd, where he leads projects focused on building secure, scalable, and user-centric digital solutions across e-commerce, education, and business automation. He is adept at crafting innovative software products, including e-learning platforms, AI chatbots, and mobile applications, all designed to enhance digital accessibility and efficiency in Africa’s growing tech ecosystem.

As the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Aswaq IT Academy, he provides hands-on training in no-code development, mobile and iOS app development, and AI-driven solutions, empowering individuals to turn ideas into real-world applications. Concurrently, he serves as an Executive Member and Team Lead at Aswaq IT Ltd, where he contributes to strategic technology development and cybersecurity management.

Through his leadership and technical expertise, Usman Madani Zanna continues to drive innovation, inspire digital transformation, and nurture the next generation of African tech professionals.

Usman Madani Zanna is an accomplished Cybersecurity Professional and Software Development Entrepreneur with a strong background in Network Technology. Holding a BSc in Network Technology and Cybersecurity from Lincoln University College, Malaysia (Ns... Show more

Having been through all technological revolutions in NLP:
Transformers in 2019
LLM in 2022
always with my old pal Elasticsearch which followed and adapted to them

Having been through all technological revolutions in NLP: Transformers in 2019 LLM in 2022 always with my old pal Elasticsearch which followed and adapted to them Show more

Been developing Enterprise Apps for Fortune 500 companies for 20+ years. I am a GDE for Flutter & Dart. Was previously a GDE for Web and a Microsoft MVP for Client Apps. I am a published author of 2 books on UI Engineering. I have also built a popular Open Source project (MobX.dart) which is used by 20K+ projects on Github.

To explore my design curiosity, I built a Mac App called QuickLens (https://quicklens.app), which even reached the top 10 Paid Apps on the App Store, back in 2021.

In 2024, I founded Vyuh to focus on building AI Native software and products. Vyuh is a framework consisting of Flutter/Dart packages that helps you build large scale, enterprise-apps with rich experiences.

Been developing Enterprise Apps for Fortune 500 companies for 20+ years. I am a GDE for Flutter & Dart. Was previously a GDE for Web and a Microsoft MVP for Client Apps. I am a published author of 2 books on UI Engineering. I have also built a popula... Show more

Sarang Brahme is a Principal Architect and an avid AI explorer passionate about turning cutting-edge technology into real-world impact. With a knack for blending strategy and innovation, Sarang helps enterprises harness AI to create smarter customer experiences across retail, hospitality, sports, and beyond. Known as an “AI tinkerer” and practical problem-solver, he thrives on bridging the gap between algorithms and everyday life—making AI approachable, actionable, and transformative.

Sarang Brahme is a Principal Architect and an avid AI explorer passionate about turning cutting-edge technology into real-world impact. With a knack for blending strategy and innovation, Sarang helps enterprises harness AI to create smarter customer ... Show more

I'm an AI Specialist Solution Architect at Red Hat and a passionate technologist who believes in the power of integration to transform businesses. With a rich background in middleware and software development, I've evolved my expertise to focus on AI solution architecture, bringing together my love for Apache Camel and integration frameworks with cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies.

I'm an AI Specialist Solution Architect at Red Hat and a passionate technologist who believes in the power of integration to transform businesses. With a rich background in middleware and software development, I've evolved my expertise to focus on AI... Show more

Developer with an electronics engineering background. A jack-of-all-trades on the Power Platform, I'm curious to discover new things every day and to present my discoveries.

Developer with an electronics engineering background. A jack-of-all-trades on the Power Platform, I'm curious to discover new things every day and to present my discoveries. Show more

Pirita Maarit Johnsen is an Agile Coach and Change Management expert at Eviny, one of Norway’s leading green energy and technology companies. She has guided numerous teams and organizations through complex transformations, combining Agile principles with structured change management practices to make change stick.
With a background as a LEAN facilitator, project manager, and team leader across multiple industries, Pirita brings a unique blend of strategy, structure, and people focus. She knows that successful change isn’t just about processes—it’s about people.

What can you expect from her sessions?
- Proven tools and frameworks for leading change processes
- Practical advice on reducing resistance and building engagement
- Real-world stories from Agile and organizational transformations
- Actionable takeaways to help you lead change with confidence

If you want to navigate change effectively and create environments where teams thrive, Pirita’s sessions will leave you inspired and equipped to make it happen.

Pirita Maarit Johnsen is an Agile Coach and Change Management expert at Eviny, one of Norway’s leading green energy and technology companies. She has guided numerous teams and organizations through complex transformations, combining Agile principles ... Show more

Leonel Silima is an MLOps professional at Lynxmind, holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering and a Master's degree in Applied Informatics from the University of Aveiro. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Engineering with a focus on cybersecurity and undertaking a specialisation in Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare at Stanford University.
His academic and professional trajectory is centred at the intersection of artificial intelligence, healthcare, and machine learning operations, with an emphasis on developing and implementing scalable and efficient solutions for computational process optimisation. He has extensive experience in systems administration, cloud environments, and cybersecurity, acquired through both industry roles and applied research projects.
Leonel has contributed to key initiatives, including financial data analysis using machine learning in Barcelona and IT consultancy at Lynxmind in Lisbon, where he enhanced his expertise in technological infrastructure, process automation, and information security. In the academic sphere, he has been actively involved as a mentor in the SABES MAIS programme, a former ambassador for PARSUK, and a member of EESTEC, where he participated in and organised multiple international events.
As part of his engagement with EESTEC, he has attended conferences and workshops on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and software engineering in cities such as Belgrade, Zurich, Vienna, Munich, Skopje, Ljubljana, Bucharest, Podgorica, Tampere, Madrid, Preveza, Athens, Thessaloniki, and Istanbul. Additionally, he took part in the Seed for the Future programme in Beijing, where he deepened his knowledge of technological innovation and digital transformation.
His research interests lie in the application of advanced artificial intelligence models in the healthcare sector, focusing on enhancing accessibility, intelligence, and sustainability in clinical systems. His work reflects a strong commitment to scientific and technological innovation, seeking solutions to complex challenges in applied artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Leonel Silima is an MLOps professional at Lynxmind, holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering and a Master's degree in Applied Informatics from the University of Aveiro. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Engineering with a focus on... Show more

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Tobias Massoth started his professional career in 2006 as a system engineer with an early passion for Microsoft technologies and later Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes. He gained first hands-on experience with Kubernetes 1.10 and is committed to Kubernetes until today.
He is a regular attendee of KubeCon and Kubernetes Community Day (KCD) events but is also a visitor and speaker at Meetup events.
Reach out to him for any kind of tech discussions about Azure, Kubernetes and CNCF projects.

Tobias Massoth started his professional career in 2006 as a system engineer with an early passion for Microsoft technologies and later Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes. He gained first hands-on experience with Kubernetes 1.10 and is committed to Kubern... Show more

Steven Pingel is a seasoned software engineering leader with over 15 years of experience building full-stack .NET applications. He has worked across a variety of industries, including AgTech, FinTech, ECommerce, and Healthcare, solving complex problems with scalable and maintainable solutions. Passionate about software architecture and happy, healthy teams, Steven enjoys sharing insights on building robust systems that satisfy the developers just as much as the users.

Steven Pingel is a seasoned software engineering leader with over 15 years of experience building full-stack .NET applications. He has worked across a variety of industries, including AgTech, FinTech, ECommerce, and Healthcare, solving complex proble... Show more

Srikrishna Sallam is an AI Governance Architect and long-time Microsoft Business Applications engineer specializing in Dynamics 365 CE, Power Platform, and enterprise-scale Copilot adoption. He serves as a panelist at the IEEE-USA IWRC AI & Autonomy Summit, focusing on AI safety, autonomy governance, and enterprise control-plane design. With 17+ years of real-world delivery experience, Sri brings a unique blend of engineering depth and strategic AI oversight.

Srikrishna Sallam is an AI Governance Architect and long-time Microsoft Business Applications engineer specializing in Dynamics 365 CE, Power Platform, and enterprise-scale Copilot adoption. He serves as a panelist at the IEEE-USA IWRC AI & Autonomy ... Show more