Passionate about social collaboration solutions, Louis has been leading the Campana & Schott France M365 team since 2017, a long-time Microsoft Gold partner with a focus on collaboration competence. Louis has a unique combination of technical and functional expertise. Over the past ten years, he has designed and implemented social collaboration solutions (intranets, business applications) for customers. Today, he still leads digital transformation projects for clients and manages a team of technical experts.

Passionate about social collaboration solutions, Louis has been leading the Campana & Schott France M365 team since 2017, a long-time Microsoft Gold partner with a focus on collaboration competence. Louis has a unique combination of technical and fun... Show more

I’ve spent 15+ years building data and AI systems—and what keeps me motivated is simple: turning ambitious ideas into dependable, production-ready capabilities that teams can trust.

Today, I’m a 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 at 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗡𝗼𝘄, leading AI platform innovations across Machine Learning, Generative AI, and data engineering. I enjoy the end-to-end work: aligning to business outcomes, designing the architecture, and partnering with teams to ship high-quality solutions. I’ve worked across Fortune 500 enterprises and global startups, and I’ve learned one pattern repeatedly—AI doesn’t scale because of a great model; it scales because the system around it is designed and operated well.

That belief is what led me to write my published book, 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗜 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮—a practical playbook on building strong data foundations, responsible AI governance, and leadership habits that make AI durable, not fragile.

I was recognized among 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗔𝗜𝗠 𝟰𝟬 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 (𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱), and I’ve helped deliver scalable AI frameworks across BFSI, Healthcare, Retail, and Manufacturing. Mentorship is also important to me—I support communities such as WEHUB and women-in-tech networks, and I write and speak about ethical AI and inclusive team building.

I’m a 𝗗𝗘𝗜 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 because inclusion isn’t a statement—it’s a daily leadership practice. I care about building teams where people feel safe to contribute, grow, and lead.

If you’d like to exchange ideas on scaling AI responsibly, building data platforms, or making GenAI work in real enterprise environments—reach out. I’m always happy to connect.

I’ve spent 15+ years building data and AI systems—and what keeps me motivated is simple: turning ambitious ideas into dependable, production-ready capabilities that teams can trust. Today, I’m a 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 at 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗡𝗼𝘄,... Show more

For the last 20 years, doing my best to learn the most emerging and ridiculous practices, then translate it to a customer value. Got lucky to put my hand to NAV base app and localisatios, nM$ projects in Europe, the most incredible apps in AppSource, and build innovative product company in New Zealand.

For the last 20 years, doing my best to learn the most emerging and ridiculous practices, then translate it to a customer value. Got lucky to put my hand to NAV base app and localisatios, nM$ projects in Europe, the most incredible apps in AppSource,... Show more

After a career with technical roles in defence, research, and banking, I created my own startup in the UK before moving to Spain to join Typeform as CTO. After the launch of Typeform V2, I left and worked for Kfund - a Madrid based VC - as an operating partner before being on the founding team of Bravo Studio.

After a career with technical roles in defence, research, and banking, I created my own startup in the UK before moving to Spain to join Typeform as CTO. After the launch of Typeform V2, I left and worked for Kfund - a Madrid based VC - as an operati... Show more

Kevin Rank is an AI Fellow at Boise State University College of Business, an Institutional AI Catalyst for the Idaho State Board, and a lecturer teaching Generative AI, Business Intelligence, and data-driven decision making. He brings over 30 years of IT industry experience and focuses on how emerging technologies actually change the way people work… when they’re used intentionally.

Kevin’s work centers on practical AI adoption. His approach is simple: use Generative AI to learn faster, work smarter, and free up time for higher-value thinking. Rather than treating AI as a theoretical concept or a novelty, he focuses on real workflows that reduce friction, improve decision-making, and compound over time.

He teaches Boise State’s first dedicated Generative AI courses, where students learn how to collaborate with AI responsibly while building durable skills they can carry into any field. He also works with faculty, professionals, and organizations to help them move beyond experimentation toward repeatable, trustworthy AI systems.

Kevin Rank is an AI Fellow at Boise State University College of Business, an Institutional AI Catalyst for the Idaho State Board, and a lecturer teaching Generative AI, Business Intelligence, and data-driven decision making. He brings over 30 years o... Show more

Lai Wai Kit is a cross-industry enterprise leader focused on transformation, ecosystem growth, and leadership at scale. He works with diversified organisations navigating strategic change, AI adoption, and business transformation, and writes about strategy, execution, and governance in complex enterprises.

Lai Wai Kit is a cross-industry enterprise leader focused on transformation, ecosystem growth, and leadership at scale. He works with diversified organisations navigating strategic change, AI adoption, and business transformation, and writes about st... Show more

I am SVP, IT for YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South and have over 20 years of technology experience with a focus on product development and data strategy. I am an avid speaker on the topic of usability and graph databases and author of "Practical Neo4j"

Formerly, I was VP, Knowledge Graphs at JP Morgan Chase and CEO & founder of Graph Story. I hold an B.A, M.A. and Ph.D from the University of Memphis & an M.B.A. from Christian Brothers University.

I am SVP, IT for YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South and have over 20 years of technology experience with a focus on product development and data strategy. I am an avid speaker on the topic of usability and graph databases and author of "Practical Neo4j... Show more

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

Johnny is an independent data consultant who has been working with Business Intelligence software since 2007, specialising in full stack data platform development since 2016. He’s a self-confessed data nerd, and as well as running Greyskull Analytics, he runs a blog on Substack and has a YouTube channel where he likes to geek out about all things data. He's passionate about the data community and since 2023 has been a co-organiser of the Power BI & Fabric Manchester User Group.

Johnny is an independent data consultant who has been working with Business Intelligence software since 2007, specialising in full stack data platform development since 2016. He’s a self-confessed data nerd, and as well as running Greyskull Analytics... Show more

Security Cloud Solution Architect & Consultant with 15+ years designing secure, scalable strategies across Azure and Microsoft 365. Former Microsoft CSA with a track record of leading enterprise security transformations, driving adoption of advanced threat protection, and building data security practices. Recognized speaker, author, and trainer passionate about empowering organizations and communities to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. Microsoft Security MVP.

Security Cloud Solution Architect & Consultant with 15+ years designing secure, scalable strategies across Azure and Microsoft 365. Former Microsoft CSA with a track record of leading enterprise security transformations, driving adoption of advanced ... Show more

I'm a nerd from Córdoba, 🇦🇷. I also play bass, have a 🐶 named Lola and sometimes I get paid to do software work.

I’m a software engineer with +5 years of experience, mostly focused on backend and API development with Python.
I also have experience with DevOps tasks and doing frontend things with React.
I like to share knowledge by giving talks, being a mentor or simply helping others to solve problems. E.g. the Django forum.

Currently interested in working on Developer Experience (DX), specially through IaC. Also learning about OpenTelemetry, Go and Elixir.

I'm a nerd from Córdoba, 🇦🇷. I also play bass, have a 🐶 named Lola and sometimes I get paid to do software work. I’m a software engineer with +5 years of experience, mostly focused on backend and API development with Python. I also have experi... Show more

Max Stahlschmidt is a passionate Software Test Consultant with nearly ten years of experience in various companies such as Siemens Mobility or Barco Control Rooms. He has specialized in test development with Python and enjoys working on solutions that simplify processes. He is the maintainer of the open-source framework Balder, which aims to make test code more scalable and reusable across platforms.

Max Stahlschmidt is a passionate Software Test Consultant with nearly ten years of experience in various companies such as Siemens Mobility or Barco Control Rooms. He has specialized in test development with Python and enjoys working on solutions tha... Show more

Born in Pointe Claire, Quebec, Jean Louis (JL) has undergraduate degrees in Computer Science from Concordia University. He also has his MSc in Statistics from Queens University and an MBA from the John Molson School of Business.

After working in the public sector early in his career, JL moved into the private sector by joining Rogers Communications in 1996 where he focused heavily on database development, reporting and Customer analytics in the wireless industry. JL was recruited to join MT&T (Now Aliant), and enjoyed success in a number of roles of increasing responsibility. In fact, in 2000 JL was made a Computerworld Smithsonian Laureate for advancements made in business applications of data science.

During this time, his work was featured in various industry publications – Including being featured in the cover story of SAS Exec Solutions magazine.

Since that time, JL has taken on increasingly more senior positions in analytics, data science, and consulting across a variety of industries such as retail, automotive, finance and gaming. During this time JL has also been an adjunct professor at Mount Saint Vincent University and Georgian College. His teaching dossier includes courses in Data Science, AI, Statistics, and MIS.

JL is now a VP of Business Solutions with Massive Insights - A leading Canadian Analytics and AI consultancy. JL posts three articles per week on Linkedin, covering a wide range of AI and analytical topics.

JL lives in Toronto, Ontario with his wife and son and is an active volunteer in numerous charitable and educational organizations across both Canada and the US.

Born in Pointe Claire, Quebec, Jean Louis (JL) has undergraduate degrees in Computer Science from Concordia University. He also has his MSc in Statistics from Queens University and an MBA from the John Molson School of Business. After working in... Show more

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

Chris writes things.

Most of the time, he's writing code as a senior software engineer at his 9-5 working for SAS. Occasionally, usually late at night after wife and three kids are asleep, it means writing fiction (often in the horror and fantasy space) as he prepares to launch his self-publishing author career.

Chris is passionate about helping people understand new or complex topics in ways that are engaging and entertaining, building software responsibly, and reminding engineers that curiosity and empathy are just as important as technical skill.

An extroverted engineer who genuinely enjoys speaking to a room full of people for 20+ minutes, Chris' presenting style has been described as "modern, with a TikTok flair" -- one of the greatest compliments he's ever received.

When he's not "writing things," you'll find him paying video games, reading fiction, or spending time with his favorite people (the aforementioned wife and three kids). he's also incredibly talented, funny, and a general pleasure to be around. And as an aside, he _insists_ that he did not write this bio.

Chris writes things. Most of the time, he's writing code as a senior software engineer at his 9-5 working for SAS. Occasionally, usually late at night after wife and three kids are asleep, it means writing fiction (often in the horror and fantasy ... Show more

José David Verbel es un arquitecto de soluciones cloud y líder en transformación tecnológica con más de 15 años de experiencia. Como Director de Desarrollo, ha implementado exitosamente cultura DevOps y optimizado ciclos mediante metodologías ágiles. Certificado AWS Solutions Architect Associate, integra seguridad, infraestructura como código y prácticas DevOps para acelerar entrega de valor. Participa como mentor en TalentoTECH y MisionTic de MinTIC Colombia, compartiendo conocimiento en desarrollo, cloud y DevOps. Su presencia en DevOpsDays, AWS Summit refleja su compromiso con la innovación tecnológica continua.

José David Verbel es un arquitecto de soluciones cloud y líder en transformación tecnológica con más de 15 años de experiencia. Como Director de Desarrollo, ha implementado exitosamente cultura DevOps y optimizado ciclos mediante metodologías ágiles.... Show more

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

Focused on Developer Productivity at Microsoft, Philippe supports his customers on a daily basis in their Platform Engineering implementation with GitHub and Microsoft tools.
Based in Strasbourg, and with 20 years experience in development, he is active community contributor, speaker and meetup organizer. Apart from tech, Philippe is always happy to talk about outdoor sports, CrossFit with a drink.

Focused on Developer Productivity at Microsoft, Philippe supports his customers on a daily basis in their Platform Engineering implementation with GitHub and Microsoft tools. Based in Strasbourg, and with 20 years experience in development, he is ac... Show more

Vishnu Rachapudi is a Cloud & AI Engineer at SUDO Consultants . He holds 14 AWS certifications and has hands-on experience building real-world solutions using Amazon Bedrock, AWS Transform, and AWS Q.

He has spoken at AWS Community Days, GITEX, and various user groups, sharing practical insights on cloud modernization, AI-driven DevOps, and security. Vishnu is passionate about bridging the gap between emerging AWS AI services and real-world engineering challenges.

Vishnu Rachapudi is a Cloud & AI Engineer at SUDO Consultants . He holds 14 AWS certifications and has hands-on experience building real-world solutions using Amazon Bedrock, AWS Transform, and AWS Q. He has spoken at AWS Community Days, GITEX, an... Show more

With five years of experience in the IT industry, Martina maintains the same drive for continuous learning that defined the start of her career.

Currently serving as a Cloud & Data Engineer at Datwave (BIP Group), her core focus involves Google Cloud, software development, and microservices management. Recently, she have dedicated significant effort to the field of GenAI, exploring innovative ways to integrate it effectively into functional workflows.

With five years of experience in the IT industry, Martina maintains the same drive for continuous learning that defined the start of her career. Currently serving as a Cloud & Data Engineer at Datwave (BIP Group), her core focus involves Google Cl... Show more

As a Microsoft BizApps MVP Charlie has worked directly alongside Microsoft with some of their largest enterprise customers on market leading solutions. Charlie is recognised as a Power Apps Super User who is renowned for his expertise in building powerful business applications.

As a Microsoft BizApps MVP Charlie has worked directly alongside Microsoft with some of their largest enterprise customers on market leading solutions. Charlie is recognised as a Power Apps Super User who is renowned for his expertise in building pow... Show more

Marco Lubig is a Senior Consultant and Team Lead with extensive experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

He specializes in implementing and optimizing ERP solutions, helping businesses streamline operations and enhance productivity.

Marco is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success and is committed to delivering innovative solutions tailored to client needs. His expertise and leadership make him a valuable asset in the field of business technology.

Marco Lubig is a Senior Consultant and Team Lead with extensive experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. He specializes in implementing and optimizing ERP solutions, helping businesses streamline operations and enhance productivity. ... Show more

Ankit Mehta is the CEO of Codewave, a cloud services company specializing in presales consulting, implementation services, and solution services including DevOps, FinOps, DevSecOps, and cloud migration across Southeast Asia. With deep expertise in cloud security, cost optimization, and enterprise infrastructure, Ankit works with organizations navigating complex cloud transformations on AWS and AliCloud. He is passionate about helping businesses understand emerging security risks and building resilient cloud environments. Based in Bangkok, Ankit actively contributes to the regional tech community through webinars, partnerships, and industry events focused on cloud security and operational excellence

Ankit Mehta is the CEO of Codewave, a cloud services company specializing in presales consulting, implementation services, and solution services including DevOps, FinOps, DevSecOps, and cloud migration across Southeast Asia. With deep expertise in cl... Show more

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

Vijay is a seasoned data and software engineer currently serving as the Staff Software Engineer for TRM Labs Next-Generation Data Platform. In his career, he has previously worked at companies like LinkedIn and Expedia, and he brings deep expertise in Data Lakehouse architectures, real-time streaming, and building secure, high-throughput pipelines for petabyte-scale customer facing analytics.

Vijay is a seasoned data and software engineer currently serving as the Staff Software Engineer for TRM Labs Next-Generation Data Platform. In his career, he has previously worked at companies like LinkedIn and Expedia, and he brings deep expertise i... Show more

I’m a developer advocate, writer, and builder who enjoys breaking down complex tech into simple steps, working demos, and content that developers can act on. My blogs have crossed a million views across platforms, and I create technical tutorials on YouTube focused on AI, agents, and practical workflows. I contribute to open source, explore new AI tooling, and build small apps and prototypes to show developers what’s possible with today’s models.

I’m a developer advocate, writer, and builder who enjoys breaking down complex tech into simple steps, working demos, and content that developers can act on. My blogs have crossed a million views across platforms, and I create technical tutorials on ... Show more

Daniel is a software engineer specialising in .NET and Azure, with experience spanning DevOps and project teams. A strong advocate for continuous improvement, Daniel is currently focused on agentic development and regularly shares insights through writing and mentoring. Daniel is passionate about software architecture and loves connecting with others who are building the future of intelligent software.

Daniel is a software engineer specialising in .NET and Azure, with experience spanning DevOps and project teams. A strong advocate for continuous improvement, Daniel is currently focused on agentic development and regularly shares insights through wr... Show more

Advisor and thought partner to Heads of Software Engineering and their teams. Passionate about platform engineering, DevOps and software development. Active outdoors enthusiast, skier, and hiker. Avid reader of all genres. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.

Advisor and thought partner to Heads of Software Engineering and their teams. Passionate about platform engineering, DevOps and software development. Active outdoors enthusiast, skier, and hiker. Avid reader of all genres. Located in Raleigh, North C... Show more

Manikandan Kaliyaperumal is a seasoned software engineering leader with over 23 years of experience in architecting, designing, and deploying scalable, highly available, distributed systems. He specializes in cloud-native architectures across single, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments, with extensive expertise in Kubernetes, containers, API-first microservices, and enterprise platform engineering.
Currently serving as a Staff Cloud Platform Engineer at Fiserv Inc (Clover Network), Manikandan leads platform engineering and control-plane services powering a Kubernetes-based unified cloud platform. He enables more than 100 microservices to deploy and scale reliably through standardized platform APIs and a self-service internal developer platform, while driving cloud optimization initiatives that achieved approximately 20% cost reduction.
Previously, he served as a Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies (supporting Fidelity Investments), where he worked on unified authorization architecture, OPA policy engine design on AWS EKS, and secure cloud infrastructure for institutional platforms. At Roche, he held the role of Enterprise Architect, defining enterprise standards and reference architectures for cloud and edge computing, designing managed Kubernetes platforms, and contributing to the AI/ML infrastructure strategy, including the development of a GenAI code-assist copilot on Azure.
Earlier in his career, Manikandan led large-scale API platform and microservices modernization initiatives at organizations including Broadcom/CA Technologies, Equinix (US and APAC), IBM, PayPal, Yahoo, MasterCard, Citibank, and others. His experience spans API gateways (Apigee, Kong, WSO2), IAM and security protocols (OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, PingFederate), DevOps and SRE practices, real-time data platforms (Kafka, Spark), and multi-cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and GCP.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical & Production Engineering from Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, India.
Manikandan brings deep expertise in cloud-first, API-first, and AI-first architecture, with hands-on proficiency in Java, Python, Go, and modern distributed systems technologies.

Manikandan Kaliyaperumal is a seasoned software engineering leader with over 23 years of experience in architecting, designing, and deploying scalable, highly available, distributed systems. He specializes in cloud-native architectures across single,... Show more

Rajesh Shanam is an accomplished Senior Software Engineer with over nine years of experience specializing in Salesforce development and DevOps strategy, particularly within the healthcare technology sector. He is a certified Salesforce professional recognized for driving enterprise-level Salesforce DevOps transformations and designing robust, automated CI/CD pipelines.
At Optum Services, Rajesh currently leads high-impact DevOps initiatives that enhance deployment efficiency, reduce downtime, and ensure regulatory compliance. His technical toolkit includes Salesforce DX, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and CLI scripting. Rajesh has successfully implemented Git-based version control strategies, pre-deployment validation systems, and automated testing frameworks that consistently achieve over 90% code coverage and a 70% reduction in deployment failures.
Throughout his career, Rajesh has built and deployed scalable Salesforce applications using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Visualforce, and led integrations with REST/SOAP APIs and middleware solutions. He has championed enterprise-wide migrations from Salesforce Classic to Lightning Experience and led data modeling efforts that support thousands of users globally.
His earlier roles at IT Resources Inc and Indus Group Inc involved major CRM migration projects, automation of business workflows, and performance tuning of Salesforce platforms, reflecting his end-to-end expertise in Salesforce SDLC and Agile project delivery.
Rajesh holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Northwestern Polytechnic University and a Bachelor’s degree from Holy Mary Institute of Technology and Science in India. He is certified in Salesforce Administration, Advanced Administration, Platform Development, and App Building.
A regular Dreamforce attendee and active contributor to the Trailblazer and Stack Exchange communities, Rajesh also leads internal training on Salesforce LWC and CI/CD best practices. His work has been recognized through multiple Bravo awards and accolades for timely project delivery and innovation in DevOps automation.

Rajesh Shanam is an accomplished Senior Software Engineer with over nine years of experience specializing in Salesforce development and DevOps strategy, particularly within the healthcare technology sector. He is a certified Salesforce professional r... Show more