Region & Country

Valued speakers who focus on the geopolitical and cultural aspects of different regions and countries, exploring topics like regional development, international relations, and cultural identity

Pablo Bouzada

Pablo Bouzada

With over 20 years of hands-on experience in programming, Pablo is a well-versed professional who has successfully transitioned into leadership roles, currently serving as an Engineering Manager in Viaplay Group. He is dedicated to fostering collaborative environments and helping individuals discover more effective ways of working together, navigating challenges such as remote team collaboration and conflict resolution. In his talks, Pablo offers a fusion of technical knowledge and leadership insights, based on years of practical experience, exploring the intersection of technology, management, and the human diversity that drive successful teams.

With over 20 years of hands-on experience in programming, Pablo is a well-versed professional who has successfully transitioned into leadership roles, currently serving as an Engineering Manager in Viaplay Group. He is dedicated to fostering collabor... Show more

Emily Maina

Emily Maina

Emily Maina is a Nairobi-based entrepreneur and computer scientist specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Linux administration, and DevOps engineering. As the founder of Pemanis Solutions, she integrates cutting-edge technologies to enhance e-commerce platforms and drive business success.

Emily is also a dynamic public speaker, known for making complex technologies accessible and actionable. She recently delivered a compelling 45-minute presentation at Rendercon 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, on the topic "Team Leadership & Soft Skills: Building High-Performance Teams in the Modern Era." Her presentation highlighted the crucial role of soft skills in IT job requirements and their impact on the success of global companies such as Netflix, Microsoft, Salesforce, and Spotify. Drawing from her experience as a startup founder leading remote teams, Emily shared insights into overcoming challenges through effective communication, emotional intelligence, and strategic thinking.

Emily Maina is a Nairobi-based entrepreneur and computer scientist specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Linux administration, and DevOps engineering. As the founder of Pemanis Solutions, she integrates cutting-edge technologies to enhance e-comme... Show more

Matt Stephenson

Matt Stephenson

Matt is a co-founder at IceGuard. He is also a founder of the Galaxy product at Starburst, and has lead infrastructure there for 4 years. His past includes working on deployment infrastructure at Amazon, Google App Engine and other GCP products at Google, and was a founder at Oracle Cloud of the Oracle Functions product. For fun, he flies airplanes, and builds The Man for Burningman each year.

Matt is a co-founder at IceGuard. He is also a founder of the Galaxy product at Starburst, and has lead infrastructure there for 4 years. His past includes working on deployment infrastructure at Amazon, Google App Engine and other GCP products at Go... Show more

Matthias Braun

Matthias Braun

Hi, I’m Matthias Braun, a Cloud IT Architect with over 20 years of experience and a clear mission: empowering businesses of all sizes with future-proof, automated, and secure cloud solutions that don’t just excel technically but create real value.

My focus areas include Azure, Infrastructure as Code with Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and designing sustainable cloud architectures.
What I bring to the table is 100% practical expertise: everything I present has been tested and proven in real-world projects.

What drives me? Making complex topics accessible and bridging the gap between technology and business. Whether it’s about landing zones, cloud migrations, or DevOps, I demonstrate how technology not only works but genuinely propels businesses forward.

When I’m not on stage, you’ll often find me behind the camera capturing the Milky Way, hitting the gym, or enjoying nature with my family.

Hi, I’m Matthias Braun, a Cloud IT Architect with over 20 years of experience and a clear mission: empowering businesses of all sizes with future-proof, automated, and secure cloud solutions that don’t just excel technically but create real value. ... Show more

Felix Nawroth

Felix Nawroth

Entrepreneur sustainable regional development
worldwide professional experience
Master Automotive Engineering

Entrepreneur sustainable regional development worldwide professional experience Master Automotive Engineering Show more

Ahmed Ali

Ahmed Ali

I’m a software engineer driven by curiosity and the constant pursuit of “why, what, and how.” For years, this mindset has been my greatest strength, fueling my passion for learning and problem-solving.

My expertise lies in Android development, but I’m equally passionate about exploring cross-platform solutions like Flutter, React Native, and especially Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) and Compose Multiplatform (CMP).

Lately, I’ve found joy in building tools for Android developers and contributing to the open-source community. Sharing knowledge and creating resources to empower others has become one of the most rewarding aspects of my journey.

I’m a software engineer driven by curiosity and the constant pursuit of “why, what, and how.” For years, this mindset has been my greatest strength, fueling my passion for learning and problem-solving. My expertise lies in Android development, but... Show more

Margarita Naumova

Margarita Naumova

Magi Naumova is an SQL Server Architect and Consultant, speaker and trainer, Microsoft Certified Master, MVP, MCT, Founder of SQL Master Academy, and founder and CEO Of Inspirit Data Platform Consulting Company in Bulgaria and Norway, founder, and the leader of Bulgarian SQL & BI User group and Azure Analytics USer Group BG. She has more than 20 years SQL Server training and consulting experience. Magi is a former member of Microsoft Services Worldwide Technical Leadership Team. Currently she speaks, writes, trains and consults people on SQL Server. She is MVP for 11 years in a row. Her unique SQL Master Academy training program has helped hundreds of specialists to feel knowledgeable in their daily work or to find an inspirational career path in the world of SQL Server.

Magi Naumova is an SQL Server Architect and Consultant, speaker and trainer, Microsoft Certified Master, MVP, MCT, Founder of SQL Master Academy, and founder and CEO Of Inspirit Data Platform Consulting Company in Bulgaria and Norway, founder, and th... Show more

Alan Ridlehoover

Alan Ridlehoover

Passionate software engineer. (I ❤️ Ruby!)
Empathetic leader (@ Cisco Meraki).
Fallible human.
Storyteller. International speaker.
Environmentalist. Feminist. Ally.
Swell photographer. Rusty drummer.
Loving twins dad and husband.
Owner of too many hats, given I only have the one head.

Passionate software engineer. (I ❤️ Ruby!) Empathetic leader (@ Cisco Meraki). Fallible human. Storyteller. International speaker. Environmentalist. Feminist. Ally. Swell photographer. Rusty drummer. Loving twins dad and husband. Owner of ... Show more

Michael Walmsley

Michael Walmsley

Michael works in the Data and AI Practice at Accenture in Melbourne, Australia. He has been disrupting Enterprise thinking since 2019, focusing on AWS Serverless and Event Driven Architectures. He has built API and data integrations across various business landscapes - from the Australian Open Digital experience to Complex Enterprise Business Transformation Programs. He loves serverless and is an AWS Serverless Heroand creator of the molecular community blogging site www.serverlessdna.com. He is passionate about Well Architected Frameworks and contributes to the AWS Lambda Powertools open source project, which he feels is essential for creating reliable AWS Lambda services.

Michael works in the Data and AI Practice at Accenture in Melbourne, Australia. He has been disrupting Enterprise thinking since 2019, focusing on AWS Serverless and Event Driven Architectures. He has built API and data integrations across various ... Show more

Eduard Andrei Capanu

Eduard Andrei Capanu

🔹React 🔸Microsoft 365 / Azure ♦️Angular

I am 25 year old and I started my career 7 years ago, even though my passion and interest were born more than 12 years ago.

Starting from the basics, from understanding how a simple web application worked and was created, I was amazed by what a developer is able to see and create behind the scenes and by what an end customer uses, thus making my decision to enter in this world.

As a developer, I divide my time between the frontend development on Microsoft technologies and the in-depth analysis of the new Microsoft 365 / React technologies, together with the involvement on the various Italian and international communities, trying to give my contribution and to learn more every day.

Right now: learning more about AWS 😁

🔹React 🔸Microsoft 365 / Azure ♦️Angular I am 25 year old and I started my career 7 years ago, even though my passion and interest were born more than 12 years ago. Starting from the basics, from understanding how a simple web application wo... Show more

Rob Litjens

Rob Litjens

I am a DBA since 1997 and have worked with SQL6, 6,5 and upwards. My interest are merely platform based, but also interested in performance and monitoring. With the requirements changing I am working in DevSEcOps for SQL for my employer. Security is getting more focus. That means I am trying to setup builds that are secure by designed and securely designed. Tools help with that.

I am a DBA since 1997 and have worked with SQL6, 6,5 and upwards. My interest are merely platform based, but also interested in performance and monitoring. With the requirements changing I am working in DevSEcOps for SQL for my employer. Security is ... Show more

Kashif Memon

Kashif Memon

Security professional with 7 years of hands-on experience in red team operations, cloud security, and DevSecOps. Currently working in vulnerability management, impact & risk management, and security automation. OSCP and AWS Certified.

Security professional with 7 years of hands-on experience in red team operations, cloud security, and DevSecOps. Currently working in vulnerability management, impact & risk management, and security automation. OSCP and AWS Certified. Show more

Durga Krishnamoorthy

Durga Krishnamoorthy

Durga Krishnamoorthy is a Digital Product Management Leader with 11+ years of experience in Software Product Development from concept to launch, including stakeholder leadership across Fortune 500 and Big4 Companies such as Cognizant, Petco, Bytedance (TikTok), EY to name a few.

Durga holds Double Master’s Degrees in Product Management and Business Administration from Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper Business School) and has roots in Chemical Engineering from Anna University (SVCE).

With over 15+ speaking engagements, and authorship of over 50+ articles. Durga is an established authority in Product, Engineering, and Research. Outside her full-time, she is closely associated with her Non-Profit Volunteering activities towards "Foster Youth Empowerment". She pays back to the community as a public speaker, content writer, and event Coordinator with features on the GiftAbled (Nov 2021, readership-10,000), Deccan Chronicle and Hans India (April 2025) reaching 40,000+ readership.

Durga Krishnamoorthy is a Digital Product Management Leader with 11+ years of experience in Software Product Development from concept to launch, including stakeholder leadership across Fortune 500 and Big4 Companies such as Cognizant, Petco, Bytedanc... Show more

Andreas Welsch

Andreas Welsch

Andreas Welsch is an internationally recognized top 10 AI leader and one of today’s most sought-after thought leaders and keynote speakers for business and technology audiences. With over two decades of global leadership experience—most recently as Vice President at SAP—Andreas has helped Fortune 500 companies cut through AI hype to deliver measurable business outcomes.

He is the Founder of AI consulting firm Intelligence Briefing, the best-selling author of the AI Leadership Handbook, and a leading voice on AI strategy, adoption, and transformation.

At the heart of Andreas’s work lies a clear value proposition: he helps business leaders understand how to apply AI responsibly, effectively, and profitably by addressing the questions that decision-makers face:

• How do we turn AI into business value, not just experimentation?
• How can we prepare our workforce for AI-driven transformation?
• What practical steps can we take to avoid ethical, operational, or financial pitfalls?

Andreas’s keynotes and workshops are known for their clarity, strategic relevance, and deep insight. Drawing from more than two decades in the software industry, he offers real-world frameworks and practical steps tailored to leadership audiences. He introduces leaders to the growing landscape of AI agents, leading hybrid teams of humans and AI, and AI-driven business models, explaining not only what’s next—but what matters most and why.

During his tenure at SAP, Andreas accelerated the integration of AI across enterprise applications and positioned SAP as an AI leader. He brings first-hand experience and a global perspective to every business and has been named a LinkedIn Top Voice, Thinkers360's Top 10 Thought Leader in AI, Generative AI, and Agentic AI, DataIQ's Data & AI Leader of the Year, The Futurum Group's Top 14 AI Influencer, PEX Network’s Top 30 AI Leader, and SwissCognitive’s Top 50 Global AI Ambassador.

His work has appeared in CIO.com, VentureBeat, and InformationWeek. He serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of AI, Robotics and Workplace Automation and as an adjunct professor at West Chester University.

Whether advising boardrooms or delivering compelling mainstage keynotes, Andreas empowers organizations to lead with confidence in the era of AI. For leaders looking for clarity, action, and strategy—not hype—Andreas delivers a transformative experience.

Join his private community “AI Leadership Circle” and follow his “What’s the BUZZ?” live stream & podcast and newsletter, “The AI MEMO”, and work with Andreas to turn hype into outcome for your business.

Andreas Welsch is an internationally recognized top 10 AI leader and one of today’s most sought-after thought leaders and keynote speakers for business and technology audiences. With over two decades of global leadership experience—most recently as V... Show more

Hridesh Sharma

Hridesh Sharma

I’m an experienced software engineer specializing in AI, cloud-native solutions, and innovative technologies. My expertise includes developing AI-driven applications using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), AWS, and MLOps practices. I actively mentor learners and professionals, helping them build impactful solutions and effectively harness emerging technologies for growth and innovation.

I’m an experienced software engineer specializing in AI, cloud-native solutions, and innovative technologies. My expertise includes developing AI-driven applications using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), AWS, and MLOps practices. I actively men... Show more

Usama Wahab Khan

Usama Wahab Khan

I am Microsoft MVP and MCT and community leader from UAE. I working as CTO evolution Technologies, Azure community Hero

I am Microsoft MVP and MCT and community leader from UAE. I working as CTO evolution Technologies, Azure community Hero Show more

Martina Lilla

Martina Lilla

Cloud & Data Engineer at BIP Datwave, second-level Master's student at Politecnico di Milano and Datwave Ambassador. Driven by passion for technology and innovation, her daily work focuses on Google Cloud, Software Development, DevOps, and Microservices.

In addition to her technical skills, she has a natural ability to easily interface with different disciplines. Curiosity is her driver, constantly pushing her to expand her knowledge and experience.

Cloud & Data Engineer at BIP Datwave, second-level Master's student at Politecnico di Milano and Datwave Ambassador. Driven by passion for technology and innovation, her daily work focuses on Google Cloud, Software Development, DevOps, and Microservi... Show more

Édgar Sánchez Gordón

Édgar Sánchez Gordón

30 years writing business apps. In love with functional programming since learning LISP in college. Co-founder of Logic Studio, a software house with over a hundred friends in Quito, Ecuador. Ecuador Technology Chamber Board of Directors. Microsoft Regional Director. Aspiring trail runner and triathlete.

30 years writing business apps. In love with functional programming since learning LISP in college. Co-founder of Logic Studio, a software house with over a hundred friends in Quito, Ecuador. Ecuador Technology Chamber Board of Directors. Microsoft R... Show more

Steven Annegarn

Steven Annegarn

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and Governance. Trough this, he helps clients get more value out of their data.

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and G... Show more

Johnny Winter

Johnny Winter

Johnny currently works as a data and analytics consultant. He’s been working with Business Intelligence software since 2007, specialising in full stack data platform development since 2016. He’s a self-confessed Business Intelligence geek and in his spare time runs the website, SubStack and YouTube channel Greyskull Analytics, where he likes to nerd out about all things data.

Johnny currently works as a data and analytics consultant. He’s been working with Business Intelligence software since 2007, specialising in full stack data platform development since 2016. He’s a self-confessed Business Intelligence geek and in his ... Show more

Mikhail Chumakov

Mikhail Chumakov

Over nineteen years of experience in software development and design.
I have been passionate about cloud technologies for the last nine years.
My journey with the cloud began with Azure. However, about three years later, AWS became my primary cloud provider at work. 
From the beginning, I was impressed by how cloud technologies help engineers in their work and help deliver solutions much faster and easier. 
For the last four years, my interests and work mainly focused on serverless infrastructure, containerized applications, and search. 
Besides that, I am also curious about other cloud providers, like GCP and Azure.

I'm the AWS Community Builder.

Speaker and co-organizer of the "Mambo Jambo Cloud Talks" community meetup in Prague.

Over nineteen years of experience in software development and design. I have been passionate about cloud technologies for the last nine years. My journey with the cloud began with Azure. However, about three years later, AWS became my primary clou... Show more

Sheena Yap Chan

Sheena Yap Chan

Sheena Yap Chan is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster renowned for her expertise in elevating leadership and self-confidence through media. She is the founder and host of the acclaimed podcast, The Tao of Self-Confidence, where she interviews women about their journeys to self-confidence. With over one million downloads, her podcast ranks among the top 0.5% most popular shows globally and features over 800 interviews, including conversations with celebrities and eight-figure CEOs. Sheena's influence extends beyond podcasting. Her debut book, The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within, published by Wiley, is a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestseller. It is also recognized as one of the top 20 best self-confidence books of all time by Book Authority, the world's leading site for book recommendations. Her work has been featured on prominent platforms such as MindValley, FOX, NBC News, and the Manila Times. Sheena is dedicated to closing the gender confidence gap through her training and programs, aiming to elevate women into leadership roles across all industries. She has delivered impactful speeches for organizations like Live Nation, NASA, and UKG, sharing her insights on self-confidence and leadership.

Sheena Yap Chan is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster renowned for her expertise in elevating leadership and self-confidence through media. She is the founder and host of the acclaimed p... Show more

Morad Stern

Morad Stern

I’m the Head of Engineering Branding at Wix. In this role, I lead Wix Engineering’s global brand presence and developer community initiatives, amplifying our unique engineering voice. I am the author of Tiebreaker: The Power of Networking, Communities, and Personal Branding and the founder of the Tech & Innovation Forum, an Israeli Telegram broadcast channel with over 13,800 subscribers from the tech industry.

I’m the Head of Engineering Branding at Wix. In this role, I lead Wix Engineering’s global brand presence and developer community initiatives, amplifying our unique engineering voice. I am the author of Tiebreaker: The Power of Networking, Communitie... Show more

Aanvi Dogra

Aanvi Dogra

Aanvi Dogra is a junior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. She takes pride in uplifting her community, especially young students and she does this by volunteer organizations and clubs. In her free time, she enjoys working with kids and fostering a passion for STEM within children, as well as spending time with her family and friends.

Aanvi Dogra is a junior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. Sh... Show more

Diego Marques

Diego Marques

I am a Country Manager with several years of experience leading companies through the journey of implementing Cloud and modernizing applications to reach the market faster and more securely.

What drives me is working in complex environments with technological and business challenges, where I can present cloud-based solutions that transform companies’ delivery capabilities and positively influence the end customer experience. I’m also passionate about sharing knowledge with as many people as possible. I truly believe that technology can change people’s lives!

I am a Country Manager with several years of experience leading companies through the journey of implementing Cloud and modernizing applications to reach the market faster and more securely. What drives me is working in complex environments with t... Show more

Intesar Shannan Mohammed

Intesar Shannan Mohammed

Intesar Shannan Mohammed is a seasoned serial entrepreneur and speaker with profound expertise in APIs, governance, privacy, performance, and security. With a remarkable track record of founding three successful startups in the API space, Intesar's entrepreneurial journey has been defined by innovation and impactful contributions. His profound knowledge and passion for the subject are exemplified by the several granted patents he holds in the domain. Prior to his entrepreneurial ventures, he honed his skills and gained invaluable experience at renowned technology companies, including VMware, Palm, and Cisco.

Intesar Shannan Mohammed is a seasoned serial entrepreneur and speaker with profound expertise in APIs, governance, privacy, performance, and security. With a remarkable track record of founding three successful startups in the API space, Intesar's e... Show more

David Handlos

David Handlos

David is an engineer with 20+ years of IT experience working in software development, quality assurance, and data science.
He is currently a Senior Automation Engineer for the First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), a midwestern-based bank managing over $30 billion in assets.

David is an engineer with 20+ years of IT experience working in software development, quality assurance, and data science. He is currently a Senior Automation Engineer for the First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), a midwestern-based bank managing ov... Show more

Harm Veenstra

Harm Veenstra

Harm Veenstra is a seasoned Microsoft Consultant with an affinity for everything tech. Since beginning his career 1996 at a help desk, he's traversed through various specialties, including Citrix, VMware, Storage, and Networking, eventually finding his passion in PowerShell and Microsoft Intune. An ardent tech enthusiast, his hardware and software knowledge spectrum saw an expansion as he navigated from batch to cmd and became a proponent of PowerShell since its second version. Alongside his impressive professional journey, Veenstra is a proud father of two, a soccer fan, and a high BPM house music aficionado. His keenness for everything Microsoft led him to start a blog site last year, which quickly became popular among tech devotees. In March 2023, he became a Microsoft MVP in PowerShell.

Harm Veenstra is a seasoned Microsoft Consultant with an affinity for everything tech. Since beginning his career 1996 at a help desk, he's traversed through various specialties, including Citrix, VMware, Storage, and Networking, eventually finding h... Show more

Vivek Kumar Sahu

Vivek Kumar Sahu

I'm passionate about open-source software and actively contribute to improving software supply chain security, with a strong focus on SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) tooling. I collaborate on projects like sbommv, sbomqs, and sbomasm — all open-source tools maintained by Interlynk, a company committed to advancing OSS and security practices. Previously, I contributed to Kyverno, a Kubernetes-native policy engine, and its associated policies repository.

I'm passionate about open-source software and actively contribute to improving software supply chain security, with a strong focus on SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) tooling. I collaborate on projects like sbommv, sbomqs, and sbomasm — all open-sou... Show more

Carl Lapierre

Carl Lapierre

Carl is a seasoned software developer with over a decade of experience, boasting a rich background in the education and online learning industry, where his expertise in developing recommendation engines, digitization, content management platforms, and predictive analysis solutions has made significant impacts. At Osedea, Carl excels as a technical lead and AI specialist, with a specialized focus on LLM, RAG architectures and agents. Currently, carl is integrating AI agents into manufacturing ERPs.

Carl is a seasoned software developer with over a decade of experience, boasting a rich background in the education and online learning industry, where his expertise in developing recommendation engines, digitization, content management platforms, an... Show more

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