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

Arnaud Giuliani

Arnaud Giuliani

Arnaud has over 18 years of experience in software engineering, spanning roles in developing Java/JVM systems and leading Android application projects for startups. He has served as both a Senior Developer and Tech Lead, applying his expertise across various sectors.

Since 2016, he has been an active speaker on topics such as Kotlin, Android Architecture, and Koin, and in 2020, he was recognized as a Google Developer Expert for Kotlin.

In 2017, Arnaud initiated the development of Koin (https://insert-koin.io/), a lightweight dependency injection framework that has become well-known in the Kotlin ecosystem.

By late 2022, he co-founded Kotzilla (https://kotzilla.io/), a company focused on building developer tools and SaaS platforms for Kotlin and mobile developers.

Arnaud has over 18 years of experience in software engineering, spanning roles in developing Java/JVM systems and leading Android application projects for startups. He has served as both a Senior Developer and Tech Lead, applying his expertise across... Show more

Rachel Roumeliotis

Rachel Roumeliotis

Rachel Roumeliotis, Director, Open Source Strategy, Intel is led by the belief that open source is key to growth and innovation, Rachel is focused on partnering with fellow Intel colleagues to incorporate these tenets into its larger business strategy. She is also working with other companies, foundations, and voices in the open-source community to ensure a strong and sustainable open source ecosystem. Most recently she was Vice President, Content Strategy at O'Reilly Media.

Rachel Roumeliotis, Director, Open Source Strategy, Intel is led by the belief that open source is key to growth and innovation, Rachel is focused on partnering with fellow Intel colleagues to incorporate these tenets into its larger business strateg... Show more

Jirachai Chansivanon

Jirachai Chansivanon

Consulting Engineering at MongoDB in Singapore and Ex-Microsoft employee with a background in web development who loves to integrate and build various projects, infusing creativity into everything projects.

Consulting Engineering at MongoDB in Singapore and Ex-Microsoft employee with a background in web development who loves to integrate and build various projects, infusing creativity into everything projects. Show more

Lebogang Madise

Lebogang Madise

Lebogang Madise is an Account Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where she drives AI and security strategies for education organizations across Africa, empowering developers and institutions to modernize applications and streamline workflows. As the founder of Difela Hymns, she has digitized African hymns, enhancing accessibility and preserving cultural heritage for global audiences.
A passionate advocate for Women in STEM, Lebogang has been honoured with the Women in STEM Award and Inspiring50 South Africa Award. She is an active IEEE member and champions continuous learning, teamwork, and responsible AI adoption. Her work bridges cutting-edge technology with human impact, from mentoring developers to promoting innovation in education. Lebogang brings her expertise in AI tools like GitHub Copilot and insights on cognitive biases to inspire developers of all levels to code smarter and grow faster.

Lebogang Madise is an Account Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where she drives AI and security strategies for education organizations across Africa, empowering developers and institutions to modernize applications and streamline workflows. As the... Show more

Thierry DEMAN-Barcelo

Thierry DEMAN-Barcelo

MVPx23
MCPx100
Author at @ENIeditions
https://sessionize.com/thierry-deman-barcelo

MVPx23 MCPx100 Author at @ENIeditions https://sessionize.com/thierry-deman-barcelo Show more

Ryohei Yoshijima

Ryohei Yoshijima

2020-2025 Microsoft Regional Director
2015-2025 Microsoft MVP for Business Application

With experience in Microsoft Dynamics ERP (NAV/AX) that goes further back than anyone in Japan, Ryo has taken part in international projects in Japan and 33 other countries for 25 years, travelling enough miles to circle the globe some 90 times. He is continually involved with several international projects. Since 2018, we have been promoting projects in the area of ERP and CRM integration, low code and Power Platform. Other activities include contributing articles to Japanese IT media and serving on the executive committee of the Global IT Community.

He has made appearances at many related events as a speaker in Japan and abroad on the strength of his project experience, expertise in R&D for Dynamics 365, and the global network he maintains with Microsoft and other Dynamics partners. Have done more than 100 Microsoft Dynamics Projects, more than 750 Pre-Sales Activities, and more than 80 Microsoft Global Event Attendees.

At Kobe University, Ryo majored in multivariate analysis. Having experienced one of the biggest earthquakes in Kobe, he had participated in volunteer IT event activities in the Tohoku disaster area with other Microsoft MVPs and IT community leaders.
Loves Rugby and American football because he used to play.

Profile: bit.ly/Dynamics365JP

2020-2025 Microsoft Regional Director 2015-2025 Microsoft MVP for Business Application With experience in Microsoft Dynamics ERP (NAV/AX) that goes further back than anyone in Japan, Ryo has taken part in international projects in Japan and 33 ot... 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

Vicente Antonio Juan Magallanes

Vicente Antonio Juan Magallanes

Con más de 8 años de experiencia en el campo de la informática, me especializo en análisis de datos y desarrollo de soluciones de BI. Mi carrera se ha centrado en el uso avanzado de lenguajes de programación como Python, Visual Basic y SQL, así como en el manejo experto de bases de datos SQL Server, Postgres y MySQL. Destaco en la creación de modelos Tabulares y multidimensionales, utilizando diseños de modelos en estrella y copo de nieve, así como en consultas complejas y en el desarrollo de procesos ETL utilizando herramientas como SQL Server Integration Services y Power Query.

En el ámbito de Business Intelligence, tengo un historial comprobado en la creación de informes y tableros de mando de alto impacto utilizando Power BI, Qlik Sense. Además, poseo habilidades avanzadas en la suite de Microsoft Power Apps y Power Automate, lo que me permite ofrecer soluciones empresariales innovadoras y automatizadas.

Mi experiencia laboral en diversos cargos me ha dotado de una perspectiva amplia y habilidades en la resolución de problemas, siempre enfocadas en tecnologías como SQL, modelado dimensional y herramientas de BI. Estoy constantemente aprendiendo y adaptándome a nuevas tecnologías para ofrecer las mejores soluciones en cada proyecto

Con más de 8 años de experiencia en el campo de la informática, me especializo en análisis de datos y desarrollo de soluciones de BI. Mi carrera se ha centrado en el uso avanzado de lenguajes de programación como Python, Visual Basic y SQL, así como ... Show more

David Carmona

David Carmona

David Carmona aka "Davalo"

With a strong background in offensive security, David has spent over 6 years helping organizations across various industries strengthen their defenses through real-world attack simulations. As a penetration tester, he specializes in Active Directory attacks, and post-exploitation techniques, focusing particularly on high-impact vulnerabilities and realistic threat scenarios.

David is also the co-organizer of HackGDL, a prominent cybersecurity conference in Guadalajara, Mexico, where he connects security professionals to share cutting-edge research and practical techniques.

In his spare time, David develops open-source offensive security automation scripts and mentors aspiring ethical hackers, helping foster the next generation of cybersecurity talent. He holds certifications such as CRTP & OSWA and continues expanding his expertise through hands-on engagements and community involvement.

David Carmona aka "Davalo" With a strong background in offensive security, David has spent over 6 years helping organizations across various industries strengthen their defenses through real-world attack simulations. As a penetration tester, he s... Show more

Ken Soh

Ken Soh

Ken Soh is the Group CIO of BH Global and CEO of Athena Dynamics, a cybersecurity subsidiary he co-founded in 2014. With over 35 years in ICT, he has led major digital transformation initiatives and built Athena into a trusted service provider serving 350+ public and private entities, including those in defense, maritime and critical infrastructure. He also chairs SGTech’s Cyber Security Chapter from Sep 2022 to Sep 2025. Ken has been an avid speaker/writer and has received multiple leadership awards, including AiSP Cyber Security Leaders, Dun & Bradstreet Singapore Business Eminence, CIO100, ASEAN CIO accolades. He holds an Executive MBA from the NTU–UC Berkeley Programme and a MSc in Computer Studies (AI) with distinction from the University of Essex.

Ken Soh is the Group CIO of BH Global and CEO of Athena Dynamics, a cybersecurity subsidiary he co-founded in 2014. With over 35 years in ICT, he has led major digital transformation initiatives and built Athena into a trusted service provider servin... Show more

Diallo Thierno

Diallo Thierno

Currently, I am working as a Staff Engineer at Axa France for the past year and half. I worked as a Technical Leader/Senior Software Engineer at Axa France for 3 and a half years. I started at Axa France 5 years ago.

I am an experienced engineer with a proven track record in IT. I am proficient in Java/JEE/Spring/SpringBoot, Python, PostgreSQL, Webmethods, ODM, SOA concepts, statistical modeling, and Prolog. I hold a solid engineering background with a degree in Computer Engineering and Statistics focused on systems and network engineering, software engineering, and financial engineering from Polytechnique Lille.

Previously, I worked for SNCF for 4 years, and before that, for Capgemini for 2 and a half years.

Currently, I am working as a Staff Engineer at Axa France for the past year and half. I worked as a Technical Leader/Senior Software Engineer at Axa France for 3 and a half years. I started at Axa France 5 years ago. I am an experienced engineer w... Show more

Miguel Wood

Miguel Wood

Miguel is a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and board director. He is the founder of DataDragon, building dynamic resilient local networks for climate adaptation, innovation, and the Green Transition across Ibero América and Australia. He was the Co-founder and CEO of Euler’s Bridge a platform company bridging communities together with actionable graph insight. He founded Tin Alley beta, the award winning, premier tech internship program in Australia which placed top Uni tech talent in high-growth companies. He holds a PhD in network science from the University of Melbourne.

Miguel is a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and board director. He is the founder of DataDragon, building dynamic resilient local networks for climate adaptation, innovation, and the Green Transition across Ibero América and Australia. He was the Co-fou... Show more

Nikhil Kassetty

Nikhil Kassetty

Nikhil is a seasoned tech professional with extensive experience working at leading organizations like Intuit, Social Finance (SoFi), and InComm Payments. Specializing in building scalable systems and implementing cutting-edge integrations, Nikhil Kassetty has been instrumental in delivering impactful solutions that enhance efficiency, security, and user experiences across financial services.

With a good foundation in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), Nikhil has designed and implemented intelligent systems that leverage data insights to drive automation, improve decision-making, and personalize user experiences. His expertise extends to creating predictive models, enhancing fraud detection systems, and optimizing operations with AI-driven analytics.

Also, his proficiency in cloud technologies, system architecture, and data-driven applications enables him to tackle complex challenges and pioneer innovations in the ever-evolving tech landscape. Nikhil Kassetty is passionate about harnessing technology to create transformative solutions that shape the future of financial services.

Nikhil is a seasoned tech professional with extensive experience working at leading organizations like Intuit, Social Finance (SoFi), and InComm Payments. Specializing in building scalable systems and implementing cutting-edge integrations, Nikhil Ka... Show more

Efua Dougan

Efua Dougan

Efua A. Dougan is a seasoned Analytics and Data Strategy Consultant with extensive experience spanning various industries across Africa and the Middle East. Ms Dougan has worked with some of the leading global and regional telecommunications, technology, and financial services organisations to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions.
As the Founder and Principal Consultant of DS Consortium, she leads transformative initiatives that drive digital innovation and growth, with a focus on strategic partnerships while providing advisory services and training in critical areas such as data governance policy formulation, cybersecurity, data quality management and analytics solutions.
A strong advocate for Africa’s AI readiness and data governance, Efua actively contributes to shaping Africa’s digital infrastructure to drive sustainable economic development.
She has been a panel speaker at the Africa Prosperity Dialogues (APD) 2025, where she emphasised balancing digital infrastructure investments with human capital development and African-led AI models. At the Ghana Internet Conference 2024, she highlighted the role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in Africa’s connectivity infrastructure and the need for local ISPs to establish robust data governance frameworks, aligning with the African Union’s harmonised data protection initiatives. She is also scheduled to speak on panels at ITW Africa 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya, focusing on “Women in Tech: Accelerating Diversity in the Workplace,” and at GITEX Nigeria 2025 in Lagos, on “Ethical AI for Africa’s Digital Future.”
In addition to her expertise in data governance and digital transformation, Efua was invited as a speaker at the 1st Regional Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and E-Learning Conference 2015, organised by Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), in collaboration with the Danida Fellowship Centre and the University of Copenhagen, where she presented her research on the Perspective of Problem-Based Learning, its relevance, and the key elements required for its successful implementation.
Beyond her professional career, she is actively involved in sustainable development and empowerment initiatives in Ghana, particularly in Education, Healthcare, and Access to Information. She is a UNESCO Media and Information Literacy Alliance member, a member of Data Management Association International, a member of the Coalition on Right to Information, a ForbesBLK member, and a proud Rotarian, currently serving as the Rotary Foundation Chair and Board Member of the Rotary E-Club of Ghana, where she contributes to various humanitarian and community projects.

Efua A. Dougan is a seasoned Analytics and Data Strategy Consultant with extensive experience spanning various industries across Africa and the Middle East. Ms Dougan has worked with some of the leading global and regional telecommunications, techno... Show more

Mike Diehl

Mike Diehl

Mike Diehl is the Director of Data Engineering and Business Intelligence at Improving Winnipeg (formerly Imaginet), a Microsoft partner with offices in Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada) and with Improving offices across Canada, United States, and South America. Mike has over 25 years of experience using Microsoft database technologies and is an expert in Agile Analytics and Microsoft Azure DevOps.

Mike has spoken many regional, national, and international SQL events over his long career, including the PASS Summit in Seattle Washington, SQLBITS in London UK, and at various SQL Saturday events across Canada and the USA, and other development conferences in Canada.

Mike Diehl is the Director of Data Engineering and Business Intelligence at Improving Winnipeg (formerly Imaginet), a Microsoft partner with offices in Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada) and with Improving offices across Canada, United States, and South Ame... Show more

Abhishek Sharma

Abhishek Sharma

A results-driven professional excelling in Cloud Security, Platform Engineering, Solution Architecting, Observability, and Technical/Product Leadership. Abhishek has a distinguished track record of architecting and implementing secure, high-availability multi-cloud solutions, with deep expertise in Google Cloud & AWS. He has been instrumental in driving digital transformation and delivering significant outcomes for organizations across pivotal sectors, including BFSI, Enterprise Telecom, and E-commerce, for a global clientele. He also has a strong command of Cloud Native solutions such as Kubernetes, Terraform, ArgoCD, Gitlab CI, comprehensive Observability (Prometheus, Mimir, Tempo, Grafana), and robust security tooling (Checkov, Kyverno, Prisma Cloud).

His core passion is to build resilient SRE practices, secure and streamline development workflows, and empower organizations to surpass their strategic objectives in the cloud era.

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/acloudpotato/
Medium Profile - https://acloudpotato.medium.com/
Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@guysinthecloud
Github - https://github.com/acloudpotato

A results-driven professional excelling in Cloud Security, Platform Engineering, Solution Architecting, Observability, and Technical/Product Leadership. Abhishek has a distinguished track record of architecting and implementing secure, high-availabil... Show more

Khadija Assbai

Khadija Assbai

I am currently working as a Global Black Belt at Microsoft. In previous roles, I was Corporate legal advisor, DPO and Information security advisor. At Microsoft, I am here to participate in building bridges between our customers’ Compliance challenges and the Microsoft solutions.

I am currently working as a Global Black Belt at Microsoft. In previous roles, I was Corporate legal advisor, DPO and Information security advisor. At Microsoft, I am here to participate in building bridges between our customers’ Compliance challenge... Show more

Bright Etornam Sunu

Bright Etornam Sunu

Etornam is a Software Engineer who currently specializes in developing resilient Mobile applications for Android and iOS. He has an understanding of modern software engineering and always looking for a better approach to designing software. Aside from his day-to-day activities as a software engineer, he actively contributes to open source projects and also the tech community ecosystem building in Ghana.

Etornam is a Software Engineer who currently specializes in developing resilient Mobile applications for Android and iOS. He has an understanding of modern software engineering and always looking for a better approach to designing software. Aside fro... Show more

Hiromu Nakamura

Hiromu Nakamura

LayerX Inc. MLOps Engineer & Search Engineer. Interested in LLM & Information Retrieval. ex: M3, Inc. graduated from Nagoya Univ.

LayerX Inc. MLOps Engineer & Search Engineer. Interested in LLM & Information Retrieval. ex: M3, Inc. graduated from Nagoya Univ. Show more

Chris Plank

Chris Plank

Chris Plank is a Enterprise Architect, Product Owner and Platform as a Product evangelist working for NatWest Bank in Edinburgh, Scotland. He has been leading a Platform as a Product initiative within the Bank SINCE 2023 looking to radically change the Banks approach to provisioning and maintaining services. Outside of work, Chris is a passionate catch-and-release Fly Fisherman and Landscape Photographer.

Chris Plank is a Enterprise Architect, Product Owner and Platform as a Product evangelist working for NatWest Bank in Edinburgh, Scotland. He has been leading a Platform as a Product initiative within the Bank SINCE 2023 looking to radically change t... Show more

Sophia Pfab

Sophia Pfab

Industrial Engineer -> Scrum Master

Industrial Engineer -> Scrum Master Show more

Vijay Kumar Soni

Vijay Kumar Soni

Vijay Soni is an Expert Architect & Engineer at Discover's business technology department. He architected and designed Discover's cloud native Open banking and Click to Pay ecommerce Digital Wallet Payments platforms. He is seasoned software engineer and passionate about solving complex emerging finance, digital payment, identity and payment product problems using scalable, secure, future-proof and innovative approach. Vijay also led multiple EMVCo, eCommerce, Mobile SE/HCE Payments technology initiatives as lead architect and engineer. Vijay has worked on large industry led financial services & payments technology integration projects including Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Click to Pay and FDX Open Banking integrations, Pay with Rewards, Contactless Mass Transit acceptance etc.

Vijay Soni is an Expert Architect & Engineer at Discover's business technology department. He architected and designed Discover's cloud native Open banking and Click to Pay ecommerce Digital Wallet Payments platforms. He is seasoned software engineer... Show more

Jacqui Muller

Jacqui Muller

Changing the world, one solution at a time!

Passionate about automation and building a business to support clients on their digitisation/optimisation journeys while working with the youth in preparation for their entry into industry.

Enjoys dabbling in software development, automation, IOT, advanced analytics, data engineering and business intelligence while currently working towards completing a PhD that focuses on automation. Currently focusing on learning how businesses are formed and how the longevity of business functions are maintained.

Competencies include a high level of computer literacy, programming in various languages with newly acquired sales and business acumen.

Changing the world, one solution at a time! Passionate about automation and building a business to support clients on their digitisation/optimisation journeys while working with the youth in preparation for their entry into industry. Enjoys da... Show more

Thomas Louvigné

Thomas Louvigné

Work in agile since 9 years. Certified SM, PO & SAFe

Work in agile since 9 years. Certified SM, PO & SAFe Show more

Haiko Hertes

Haiko Hertes

For more then 20 years, Haiko Hertes is working in IT and mainly focused on Microsoft technologies and platforms. During the last 10 Years, he is focused on Cloud topics, mainly Microsoft Azure. He spreads his knowledge around PowerShell, System Center, Hyper-V and Azure on Blogs, Videos and Talks.

For more then 20 years, Haiko Hertes is working in IT and mainly focused on Microsoft technologies and platforms. During the last 10 Years, he is focused on Cloud topics, mainly Microsoft Azure. He spreads his knowledge around PowerShell, System Cent... 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

George Chang

George Chang

George Chang is the Senior Director of Digital Experience and Technology at Hexagon AB, where he leads enterprise-wide digital transformation efforts focused on modernizing web experiences, streamlining operations, and delivering measurable business impact. With a background in development and over 25 years of experience spanning marketing technology, content strategy, and digital platforms, George brings a unique ability to turn technical insights into strategic impact. A 9-time Sitecore MVP, he offers a practical, real-world perspective on digital innovation and is a passionate advocate for scalable, user-centric experiences as a frequent contributor to the broader DX community.

George Chang is the Senior Director of Digital Experience and Technology at Hexagon AB, where he leads enterprise-wide digital transformation efforts focused on modernizing web experiences, streamlining operations, and delivering measurable business ... 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

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

Indermohan Singh

Indermohan Singh

Indermohan Singh is a Developer Advocate working at Dynatrace in Austria. He is Ionic Developer Expert and Auth0 Ambassador and authored Ionic Blueprint 2 and Ionic Cookbook. Before joining Dynatrace, he worked as a JavaScript developer in Austria and India. He loves to do long-distance running, cook Indian food, and sing. When not in front of the computer, he plays his Harmonium or Tanpura and sings Indian songs.

Indermohan Singh is a Developer Advocate working at Dynatrace in Austria. He is Ionic Developer Expert and Auth0 Ambassador and authored Ionic Blueprint 2 and Ionic Cookbook. Before joining Dynatrace, he worked as a JavaScript developer in Austria an... Show more

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