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

Kumar Shivendu

Kumar Shivendu

Shivendu is a Software engineer at Qdrant. He loves search, distributed systems, observability, and AI. He has been building developer tools for the last 3 years and has worked with different startups and institutes like Qdrant, SuperTokens (YC 20), FamPay (YC 19), Inria (Paris), etc.

He lives in Bangalore (India) and loves trying different cuisines and learning about different cultures.

Some of his previous talks can be found at https://talks.kshivendu.dev

Shivendu is a Software engineer at Qdrant. He loves search, distributed systems, observability, and AI. He has been building developer tools for the last 3 years and has worked with different startups and institutes like Qdrant, SuperTokens (YC 20), ... Show more

Gaurav Gupta

Gaurav Gupta

Technology Executive @ NUAAV | Ex-Adobe, ZoomInfo | TEDx Speaker | 3X Serial Entrepreneur | ML Professor | 6 US Patents | TV Show Tech Finalist | Startup Canada Visa Entrepreneur | 40 under 40 | Angel Investor

Gaurav is a full-stack scientist delivering production-grade generative AI solutions with proven track record of ~80% process optimization and ~30% cost reduction. At Granicus, he architects scalable data platforms handling 20+ government data sources with complex identity resolution, pioneering autonomous agent mesh architectures that achieve 80% task completion without human intervention.

Key Innovations:
Advanced neural-symbolic architectures for enterprise document synthesis
Novel hallucination prevention systems with real-time knowledge verification
Behavioral verification frameworks for AI agent operational security
Custom model engineering: Distilled enterprise models achieving 85% Claude performance at 10% cost

Enterprise Impact:
Deployed Graph-RAG Knowledge Graphs with 92% precision, 90% recall, <3% hallucination rate
Architected microservices supporting 10M+ concurrent users with 99.99% uptime
Multi-cloud data processing: 10M+ events/minute with real-time streaming architectures

Technology Executive @ NUAAV | Ex-Adobe, ZoomInfo | TEDx Speaker | 3X Serial Entrepreneur | ML Professor | 6 US Patents | TV Show Tech Finalist | Startup Canada Visa Entrepreneur | 40 under 40 | Angel Investor Gaurav is a full-stack scientist deli... Show more

Chimzibudu Chiorlu

Chimzibudu Chiorlu

Chimzibudu Chiorlu is a product-driven full-stack developer with expertise in building scalable systems, leading teams, and turning ideas into measurable business outcomes. A lifelong learner, math enthusiast, and former robotics hobbyist, Chimzi is passionate about teaching, collaboration, and leveraging technology to drive innovation and growth.

Chimzibudu Chiorlu is a product-driven full-stack developer with expertise in building scalable systems, leading teams, and turning ideas into measurable business outcomes. A lifelong learner, math enthusiast, and former robotics hobbyist, Chimzi is ... Show more

Adeola Adesoba

Adeola Adesoba

Adeola is a Cyber AI Solutions Architect in a leading technology company. She has over 5years of experience across various domains having worked on social computation and Network Analysis, accelerated Data Science, Conversational AI, Speech to Text services and Machine Learning Operations (MLOps), she is now focused on developing and deploying Cybersecurity AI solutions at scale.

Adeola is a Cyber AI Solutions Architect in a leading technology company. She has over 5years of experience across various domains having worked on social computation and Network Analysis, accelerated Data Science, Conversational AI, Speech to Text s... Show more

Nils Lesieur

Nils Lesieur

Je me suis essayé à beaucoup de sports collectifs. Petit, c’était le football ! Puis, un célèbre numéro 23 m’a attiré, entraîné vers le basket, puis ce fut le volley. J’aimais la beauté de ces sports et surtout leurs ballets de sauts. En déménageant à Toulouse pour des études de Chimie, j’ai eu un vrai coup de cœur pour ce qui est resté ma grande passion : le rugby. C’est aussi, à Toulouse que j’ai découvert le handball, sport roi dans les universités françaises et qui partage avec le rugby, la même recherche de l’intervalle.

Les sports individuels ne m’ont jamais attiré, j’aimais partager les victoires, les défaites, la difficulté d’un entraînement, atteindre quelque chose que je ne pourrai viser seul. Certes, j’aimais m’entraîner seul, acquérir plus de technique, répéter les gestes pour plus de maîtrise, plus de réflexes mais en pensant à l’aventure, aux résultats d’une équipe.

Cela me guide encore beaucoup aujourd’hui dans ma vie de coach. J’accorde beaucoup d’importance à l’équipe qui est au service d’un produit, d’un service : beaucoup d’importance aux interactions au sein de l’équipe, au cadre mis en place ou à mettre en place.

Je me suis essayé à beaucoup de sports collectifs. Petit, c’était le football ! Puis, un célèbre numéro 23 m’a attiré, entraîné vers le basket, puis ce fut le volley. J’aimais la beauté de ces sports et surtout leurs ballets de sauts. En déménageant ... Show more

Igor Bešlić

Igor Bešlić

I am a computer science engineer and started my career as an IBM mainframe developer. Academic knowledge of Java and a desire to move away from legacy systems led me to Java. I spent most of my career at IN2 and Liferay Inc. companies as a software engineer and software architect. Today, I lead company Bitna prednost, where I lead and mentor a new generation of engineers who deal with challenges of AI tools, business automation and rapid integration.

I am a computer science engineer and started my career as an IBM mainframe developer. Academic knowledge of Java and a desire to move away from legacy systems led me to Java. I spent most of my career at IN2 and Liferay Inc. companies as a software e... Show more

Bowen Gillings

Bowen Gillings

Bowen Gillings writes to keep fiction fun. Known for his thrillers and fantasy fiction laced with snark, wit, and characters you could share a beer with, Bowen’s quirky, offbeat style “boggles the genre mind.” He loves giving back to fellow writers through media engagement and by leading workshops on the craft, business, and lifestyle of writing. He holds a Master of Education, five martial arts black belt certifications, and is an Army veteran. Travel enthusiast, lover of the outdoors, and habitual volunteer, Bowen’s secret joys include quiet moments by the fireplace and cooking big meals for family and friends.

Bowen Gillings writes to keep fiction fun. Known for his thrillers and fantasy fiction laced with snark, wit, and characters you could share a beer with, Bowen’s quirky, offbeat style “boggles the genre mind.” He loves giving back to fellow writers t... Show more

Anjali Mehta

Anjali Mehta

Anjali is a human rights and law of war attorney, speaker, athlete, and professional artist, who currently runs a nonprofit dedicated to combating gender-based violence. She is a TEDx speaker and Fulbright Scholarship grantee.

Anjali has worked at the intersection of women's rights, gender-based violence, art, and law in India, the U.K., Colombia, Brazil, and Chile. Her work as a lawyer includes representing foreign governments in human rights cases before international courts, achieving asylum for asylum-seekers persecuted on the basis of their gender, and working on Constitutional rights cases to protect the rights of transgender girl athletes in the U.S.

As an artist, Anjali explores themes of social justice through art. Her movement films have been nominated for several awards, including at the Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase, and Anjali has received a Bessie nomination for outstanding performer for her achievement in dance.

She is currently climbing the Seven Summits to amplify the voices and power of survivors, while building a coalition of organizations around the world. She's on track to be the first Indian-American woman to do so. The coalition she is building through this campaign will be part of the first ever global digital hub for survivors, advocates, and grassroots organizations combating gender-based violence to connect in real time, all the time.

Anjali is a human rights and law of war attorney, speaker, athlete, and professional artist, who currently runs a nonprofit dedicated to combating gender-based violence. She is a TEDx speaker and Fulbright Scholarship grantee. Anjali has worked a... Show more

Rocky Mar

Rocky Mar

Coach Rocky Mar (she/her) helps Drupal teams turn training into Tuesday habits that ship. An Amazon bestselling author and Founder & CEO of Smart Life Investments, she teaches a 90-day, manager-led playbook of EI micro-skills, crisp standups/1:1s, and a lightweight delivery scorecard—tool-agnostic and community-first. Her sessions emphasize inclusive leadership, psychological safety with accountability, and responsible use of AI as a practice partner for feedback, reviews, and onboarding. Attendees leave with open templates they can use next sprint to raise velocity, improve first-time-right, and reduce burnout.

Coach Rocky Mar (she/her) helps Drupal teams turn training into Tuesday habits that ship. An Amazon bestselling author and Founder & CEO of Smart Life Investments, she teaches a 90-day, manager-led playbook of EI micro-skills, crisp standups/1:1s, an... 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

Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo

Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo

My name is Adebunmi Adeola AKINBO. I am currently the first ChAC Vice-Chair and in acting capacity at the moment. I am CEO of DNS Africa, a non-profit organization in the media sector. I run Online Radio Stations and work from a Rural Area, empowering and engaging the citizenship community for free. I am the Secretary of the ISOC Nigeria Chapter. I look forward to serving the Chapters in utmost good faith NiRA Acting Chief Operations Officer, and was a former NiRA Director. He is a local content ambassador, sportsman, research expert, and poet.

He is the Secretary to the governing board of the Association for Information and Communication Technology Local Content (ICTLOCA), and the Secretary-General for the Internet Society (ISOC) Nigeria Chapter. He also runs KOBOKINGs Limited, an innovation channel for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals to promote the Poverty Reduction Strategic Papers (PRSP).

Adebunmi has received many awards, including the NiRA Presidential Award for Youth Development. He also runs two online radio stations to empower citizens in rural areas.

My name is Adebunmi Adeola AKINBO. I am currently the first ChAC Vice-Chair and in acting capacity at the moment. I am CEO of DNS Africa, a non-profit organization in the media sector. I run Online Radio Stations and work from a Rural Area, empowerin... Show more

Paul Sheriff

Paul Sheriff

Paul has been in the IT industry since 1984. In that time he has successfully assisted hundreds of companies architect software applications to solve their toughest business problems. Paul has been a teacher and mentor through various mediums such as video courses, blogs, articles and speaking engagements at user groups and conferences around the world. Paul has multiple courses in the www.pluralsight.com library (https://bit.ly/3gvXgvj) and on his YouTube channel at (https://www.youtube.com/@pauldsheriff) on topics ranging from C#, LINQ, JavaScript, Angular, MVC, WPF, XML, jQuery and Bootstrap. Contact Paul at psheriff@pdsa.com.

Paul has been in the IT industry since 1984. In that time he has successfully assisted hundreds of companies architect software applications to solve their toughest business problems. Paul has been a teacher and mentor through various mediums such as... Show more

Kristina Marko

Kristina Marko

Kristina is a Senior Product Manager in the M365 Copilot Extensibility Product Group at Microsoft, where she leads the development of AI-powered solutions shaping the future of Microsoft products. She plays a pivotal role in shaping the AI strategies of Fortune 500 companies, enabling them to leverage Copilot as a transformative technology. Her work directly influences the evolution of M365 products, collaborating closely with both Microsoft teams and customers to ensure that the product continues to meet real-world needs and deliver meaningful impact. Kristina has been instrumental in launching Copilot experiences across flagship Microsoft apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. She also led the design and rollout of Microsoft’s new emoji set, enhancing digital communication with greater inclusivity and expressiveness. With a robust background as a Cloud Architect and Application Development Engineer, Kristina excels at bridging the gap between complex technical solutions and strategic business objectives. Her career journey began in Biomedical Sciences, transitioning to technology after earning a Master’s in Computer Science. Over the years, her global perspective—shaped by living in seven cities around the world—has enriched her approach to problem-solving and innovation. She is deeply committed to advocating for diversity and inclusion within the tech industry and inspiring the next generation of leaders.

Kristina is a Senior Product Manager in the M365 Copilot Extensibility Product Group at Microsoft, where she leads the development of AI-powered solutions shaping the future of Microsoft products. She plays a pivotal role in shaping the AI strategies... Show more

Giorgio Basile

Giorgio Basile

I am a young man born in 2000 and I am currently finishing my studies in computer science at the Ca' Foscari University of Venice, located in Mestre, in addition to being a full-time web developer.
In addition to studying, I love playing role-playing games, skateboarding and playing Magic the Gathering.

I am a young man born in 2000 and I am currently finishing my studies in computer science at the Ca' Foscari University of Venice, located in Mestre, in addition to being a full-time web developer. In addition to studying, I love playing role-playin... Show more

Dr Neeti Tripathi

Dr Neeti Tripathi

Dr Neeti Tripathi is Principal of CIDER International School in Bangladesh, where she leads a large Cambridge and national-curriculum school with a strong focus on innovation, wellbeing, and professional learning.

With nearly two decades of experience across Indian, Cambridge, IB and international contexts, she works at the intersection of AI, pedagogy, and school leadership.

Neeti is a Cambridge Programme Leader and a British Council Action Research Mentor and awardee, guiding educators across South Asia to design evidence-informed, technology-enabled classroom practices. She has designed a gamified open educational resource on teacher professional development, used by educators to build AI-ready, student-centred pedagogy through practical “missions” rather than one-off workshops.

Her current work focuses on moving schools from scattered AI experiments to coherent, mission-aligned strategies that span teaching and learning, assessment, operations, and governance.

As an international speaker, she brings a Global South perspective—showing how schools can use AI responsibly and creatively even in resource-constrained contexts, without losing the human heart of education.

Dr Neeti Tripathi is Principal of CIDER International School in Bangladesh, where she leads a large Cambridge and national-curriculum school with a strong focus on innovation, wellbeing, and professional learning. With nearly two decades of exper... Show more

Chris Dalton

Chris Dalton

A seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in Endpoint Management. Started a career at the helpdesk level and quickly honed a passion for solving complex technical issues and delivering user-focused IT solutions. This foundation provided the skills to transition into broader roles supporting industry-level endpoint management systems. We are the support your IT department calls for support.

A seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in Endpoint Management. Started a career at the helpdesk level and quickly honed a passion for solving complex technical issues and delivering user-focused IT solutions. This foundation provide... Show more

Sandeep Kumar Penchala

Sandeep Kumar Penchala

Sandeep Penchala is a seasoned software engineer specializing in iOS development with extensive experience in building secure, scalable, and high-performance mobile applications. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered innovative solutions across industries, including identity management, digital transactions, and smart home technologies.
At Okta, Sandeep plays a pivotal role as a Staff Software Engineer, driving strategic initiatives in identity and access management. His leadership has strengthened engineering excellence, fostered team collaboration, and enhanced system reliability for large-scale enterprise clients. Sandeep’s work has contributed to Okta’s reputation as a global leader in zero-trust security and enterprise-grade identity solutions.
Previously at DocuSign, he led iOS engineering efforts focused on mobile architecture, performance optimization, and secure digital transactions. His contributions improved application quality and user engagement while aligning mobile initiatives with enterprise digital transformation goals. He also mentored junior engineers and established code quality frameworks that became standard practice across development teams.
During his tenure at SmartThings, Sandeep spearheaded the architectural redesign of the SmartThings mobile platform, enabling advanced IoT integrations and superior user experiences. His expertise in Swift, SwiftUI, and reactive programming positioned SmartThings as a benchmark in the connected home ecosystem.
Before that, at Orion Labs, Sandeep integrated Alexa Voice Service into iOS platforms, pioneering voice-first mobile communication technology for enterprise users. His ability to merge cutting-edge APIs with performance efficiency set new standards for real-time voice applications.
At Visa, he contributed to mission-critical mobile payment systems, ensuring secure, seamless transactions for global customers. His implementation of reusable validation modules and adherence to industry compliance protocols elevated product reliability and performance.
Sandeep began his career at Hurix and Yash Technologies, where he built foundational expertise in mobile architecture, hybrid frameworks, and digital publishing systems.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from JNTU, Sandeep combines deep technical proficiency with strategic leadership. His work reflects a commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and empowering teams to deliver impactful, secure, and user-focused mobile solutions.

Sandeep Penchala is a seasoned software engineer specializing in iOS development with extensive experience in building secure, scalable, and high-performance mobile applications. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered innovative solutio... Show more

Andreea Munteanu

Andreea Munteanu

I help organizations drive scalable transformation projects with AI. As the lead for AI at Spectro Cloud, I ensure our portofolio enables enterprise-ready, secure AI use cases. With a background in data science across different industries, I help enterprises make data-driven decisions.

I am passionate about AI and open source, with a mission to amplify their impact across industries. I enjoy sharing my knowledge, mentoring young professionals and having an educational impact in the industry.

I help organizations drive scalable transformation projects with AI. As the lead for AI at Spectro Cloud, I ensure our portofolio enables enterprise-ready, secure AI use cases. With a background in data science across different industries, I help ent... Show more

Diletta Fabiani

Diletta Fabiani

Diletta Fabiani is a research fellow a one of the largest think tanks in Asia. Her research interests include security-related multilateral frameworks in the Asia-Pacific, cyber security and AI governance developed in international institutions, and AI regulations in Japan. She has a Ph.D. in International Studies from Waseda University and an M.A. in International Relations from Bologna University.

Languages: Italian (native), English (native level), Japanese (business level)

Diletta Fabiani is a research fellow a one of the largest think tanks in Asia. Her research interests include security-related multilateral frameworks in the Asia-Pacific, cyber security and AI governance developed in international institutions, and ... Show more

Paolo Carta

Paolo Carta

Born and grown in the beautiful Sardinia in Italy, he moved to Zurich to complete his studies at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. After working there on delay tolerant networks with Android devices as a research assistant, he focused on backend development on the JVM and scalable, resilient software architectures in the cloud. He is a Certified Kubernetes Application Developer, conference speaker and he is currently working as a Freelance Consultant after the important experience at Red Hat.

Born and grown in the beautiful Sardinia in Italy, he moved to Zurich to complete his studies at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. After working there on delay tolerant networks with Android devices as a research assistant, he focused on bac... Show more

Simon Keller

Simon Keller

Fort de mon expérience en accompagnement de projets et d’équipes, j’ai décidé de m’engager dans le coaching et la formation, métiers tournés vers l’individu, le collectif, et le vivre ensemble.

J’agis pour une vie plus simple, plus humaine, plus respectueuse. Je suis profondément convaincu par le potentiel de chacun et que nous avons tous en nous la force de réaliser nos projets.

Fort de mon expérience en accompagnement de projets et d’équipes, j’ai décidé de m’engager dans le coaching et la formation, métiers tournés vers l’individu, le collectif, et le vivre ensemble. J’agis pour une vie plus simple, plus humaine, plus r... Show more

Munashe Kalembela

Munashe Kalembela

I'm a passionate and driven young girl pursuing a degree in Software Engineering. I am thrilled to be a part of the dynamic and ever-evolving field of technology. Beyond my academic pursuits, I am a strong advocate for mental health. I believe in the importance of destigmatizing mental health issues and promoting a supportive and inclusive environment for all individuals. I am an enthusiast for STEM education. I strongly believe in the power of education to transform lives and open doors to new opportunities. I am passionate about inspiring young minds, particularly girls, to pursue careers in STEM fields.

I'm a passionate and driven young girl pursuing a degree in Software Engineering. I am thrilled to be a part of the dynamic and ever-evolving field of technology. Beyond my academic pursuits, I am a strong advocate for mental health. I believe in the... Show more

Leslie Short

Leslie Short


Leslie Short is the owner of The Cavu Group and the author of "Expand Beyond Your Current Culture." With four decades of experience as a seasoned brand and culture strategist and leadership advisor, she founded The Cavu Group to address critical challenges in building and guiding organizations toward sustainable cultural growth.
Leslie is uniquely skilled at fostering environments that promote continuous evolution and innovation. Her approach emphasizes the importance of listening to and understanding people, whom she recognizes as an organization's greatest asset.
She is deeply committed to creating and maintaining diverse, equitable, accessible, and inclusive cultures. Leveraging her expertise, she develops inclusive workplace strategies and facilitates transformative discussions that challenge the status quo.
Her work delves into the vital intersections of leadership, culture, accessibility, and social impact, equipping businesses with actionable insights to thrive in today’s dynamic and complex business landscape.

Leslie Short has an accomplished background that includes business, entrepreneurship, marketing, and the arts. Her journey began as a classical ballet dancer, which took her to Europe, where she lived for over a decade. After her dance career, Leslie founded an entertainment business in Japan, which was recognized as the country's best business in 1994.
She held influential roles, including President of Marketing, Advertising, and Public Relations at FUBU The Collection, as well as Corporate Operating Strategist at prominent companies both domestically and internationally. Additionally, Leslie launched K.I.M. Media LLC (Keep It Moving) and founded Ascend Bereavement Management, demonstrating her versatility and innovative mindset.

A highly sought-after speaker, Leslie has addressed audiences at prestigious events hosted by Fortune 500 companies, universities, the United Nations, and the European Union, sharing her expertise and insights with a global audience. Leslie is a Chaplain, Certified Mediator, and Conflict Coach.

Leslie Short is the owner of The Cavu Group and the author of "Expand Beyond Your Current Culture." With four decades of experience as a seasoned brand and culture strategist and leadership advisor, she founded The Cavu Group to address critical ch... Show more

Kanika Vatsyayan

Kanika Vatsyayan

Driven by a passion for quality, Kanika Vatsyayan is the Vice-President of delivery and Operations at BugRaptors, overseeing all quality assurance initiatives. With over 10 years in the IT industry, Kanika brings a wealth of experience in test leadership and management across diverse sectors. She is committed to result-oriented, business-centric approaches and actively explores emerging technologies to optimize business models. Kanika is an experienced blogger, sharing her automation and manual testing expertise with a wider audience.

Driven by a passion for quality, Kanika Vatsyayan is the Vice-President of delivery and Operations at BugRaptors, overseeing all quality assurance initiatives. With over 10 years in the IT industry, Kanika brings a wealth of experience in test leader... Show more

Rafael Peña

Rafael Peña

Rafael Peña is a travel journalist, consultant, and cultural strategist whose work explores how destinations can tell deeper and more inclusive stories. His reporting has appeared in publications such as Travel + Leisure, Cruise Critic, Travel Noire, the Miami Herald, and others. Through his fieldwork, Rafael has documented the people and places shaping travel today and developed a clear perspective on how culture, representation, and visitor experience intersect.

Drawing on his background as a Black and Latino traveler with roots in the Dominican Republic, Rafael helps destinations and hospitality brands understand the expectations of modern, multicultural audiences. His consulting work guides DMOs and tourism teams in developing messaging, content, and on-the-ground experiences that feel authentic, community grounded, and relevant to a diverse global traveler base.

Rafael is also a sought-after speaker on content strategy, inclusive storytelling, and the evolving needs of BIPOC travelers. He works with PR, marketing, and destination leaders to strengthen traveler trust, expand representation, and design experiences that reflect the full cultural fabric of a place. Through his journalism and his speaking engagements, Rafael pushes the travel industry toward richer stories, better hospitality, and more intentional destination marketing.

Rafael Peña is a travel journalist, consultant, and cultural strategist whose work explores how destinations can tell deeper and more inclusive stories. His reporting has appeared in publications such as Travel + Leisure, Cruise Critic, Travel Noire,... Show more

US Air Force Rescue Coordination Center Afrcc

US Air Force Rescue Coordination Center Afrcc

Lt Col Brian Scott is the Commander, Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC), Air Forces Northern (AFNORTH), Tyndall AFB, FL. On behalf of the Commander, U.S. Northern Command, the AFRCC executes DoD responsibilities within the National Search and Rescue (SAR) Plan in support of domestic needs and international treaty commitments executing the responsibilities of SAR Mission Coordinator. The incredible team he leads accomplishes their 24/7/365 mission by coordinating federal SAR resources in response to air, ground, and maritime-based distress beacons and requests from other federal, tribal, state, and local governments to recover distressed persons across the contiguous 48 states. Additionally, the AFRCC provides civil SAR education throughout the country leading the Basic Inland SAR Course as well as the Inland SAR Planning Course in cooperation with the National SAR School, U.S. Coast Guard Training Center, Yorktown, VA. Finally, the AFRCC collaborates with federal agencies and international partners to modernize SAR efforts and develop innovative SAR capabilities.

Lt Col Brian Scott is the Commander, Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC), Air Forces Northern (AFNORTH), Tyndall AFB, FL. On behalf of the Commander, U.S. Northern Command, the AFRCC executes DoD responsibilities within the National Search ... Show more

Hemanth Kumar Badugu

Hemanth Kumar Badugu

Hemanth Kumar Badugu is a distinguished Product Finance Manager, Financial Systems Strategist, and Data-Driven Analytics Leader with extensive experience at leading global organisations, including Amazon and Goldman Sachs. He is recognised for driving large-scale Accounting Receivables (AR) transformations, ERP system migrations, and financial-control automation using advanced Python, SQL, AWS, Alteryx, and Power BI.
At Amazon, Hemanth leads global initiatives in AR sub-ledger migration, system integration, and automation of financial reporting workflows. He has built enterprise-grade tools, including a Machine Learning AR Ageing Classifier, a Predictive DSO Forecasting Model, and Self-Service Financial Analytics Portals, that enhance accuracy, scalability, and decision-making. His work includes improving reconciliation accuracy, performing P&L attribution across portfolios exceeding $1.2B, and implementing integrations across BlackLine, Oracle ERP, SAP, PeopleSoft, and AWS Data Lake.
During his tenure at Goldman Sachs, Hemanth served as an Associate in Product Control, managing daily P&L reporting, valuation analysis, liquidity forecasting, and trade-data integrity across multiple trading desks. He engineered high-impact automations leveraging Python, SQL, R, AWS S3, Redshift, and Power BI, including valuation-validation models, time-series and regression forecasting tools, and automated reconciliation pipelines. His work strengthened financial governance, reduced manual processes, and improved forecast accuracy, risk transparency, and reporting efficiency.
Earlier roles at Top Edge Technology, Thought Byte, Tech Mahindra, and Oasis Accountants broadened his expertise in ETL validation, data warehousing, quantitative modelling, financial data engineering, Java-based development, and business intelligence reporting. He has demonstrated mastery in SQL (Oracle, MySQL, DB2, SQL Server), Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib), Java, Spring Boot, Power BI, Tableau, Informatica DVO/TDM, and cloud ecosystems including AWS (S3, Lambda, Glue, Redshift).
Hemanth holds an MBA in Business Analytics & Finance and is a certified ACCA Chartered Accountant. With a unique blend of expertise across financial reporting, automation, data engineering, predictive modelling, and enterprise finance systems, he is known for translating complex financial and technical challenges into scalable, automated, and high-integrity solutions that accelerate close cycles, enhance controls, and enable strategic executive decision-making.

Hemanth Kumar Badugu is a distinguished Product Finance Manager, Financial Systems Strategist, and Data-Driven Analytics Leader with extensive experience at leading global organisations, including Amazon and Goldman Sachs. He is recognised for drivin... Show more

Massimiliano Arione

Massimiliano Arione

Freelance PHP developer with 25 years of experience, more recently specialising in Symfony. Passionate about clean architecture, performance, and sharing practical PHP insights.

Freelance PHP developer with 25 years of experience, more recently specialising in Symfony. Passionate about clean architecture, performance, and sharing practical PHP insights. Show more

Sagal Ugas

Sagal Ugas

Sagal serves as an Analytics Engineer at Fyxer AI, a renowned and rapidly scaling AI startup in the UK . There, she leverages her experience to optimise PLG strategy and enhance user experiences. She’s deeply passionate about empowering women in tech, and is committed to serving as an inspiring example of resilience, adaptability, and the limitless possibilities that come with embracing change.

Sagal serves as an Analytics Engineer at Fyxer AI, a renowned and rapidly scaling AI startup in the UK . There, she leverages her experience to optimise PLG strategy and enhance user experiences. She’s deeply passionate about empowering women in tech... Show more

Albert Dugba

Albert Dugba

Albert Dugba is a frontend developer with nearly four years of professional experience. He currently works at company called Montech Studios as a frontend developer building production grade enterprise applications and websites.

Albert Dugba is a frontend developer with nearly four years of professional experience. He currently works at company called Montech Studios as a frontend developer building production grade enterprise applications and websites. Show more

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