Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder Show more

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.

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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

I am a Data & AI Lead with over 15 years of experience architecting large-scale analytics initiatives that bridge the gap between technical infrastructure and business impact. Currently leading the BI and Data & AI practice at Columbus (UK), I specialise in moving organisations away from "autopsy reporting" and toward proactive, process-driven data strategies. I focus on the transition from fragmented tools to cohesive, product-minded data platforms - leveraging technologies like Microsoft Fabric to unify operational workflows and codify institutional knowledge into scalable, diagnostic systems.

I am a Data & AI Lead with over 15 years of experience architecting large-scale analytics initiatives that bridge the gap between technical infrastructure and business impact. Currently leading the BI and Data & AI practice at Columbus (UK), I specia... Show more

Business Analyst depuis 11 ans, d'abord chez Amadeus IT Group puis chez Sopra Steria, l'agilité fait partie de ma vie depuis près de 5 ans.
Passionné de nouveautés et de nouvelles technologies, je suis toujours partant pour essayer des nouvelles méthodes et progresser.

Business Analyst depuis 11 ans, d'abord chez Amadeus IT Group puis chez Sopra Steria, l'agilité fait partie de ma vie depuis près de 5 ans. Passionné de nouveautés et de nouvelles technologies, je suis toujours partant pour essayer des nouvelles mét... Show more

Yassir Jorio is the founder of QTech Consulting, a cybersecurity and cloud services firm helping SMBs build secure, scalable IT environments. With 15+ years of experience across North America, Europe, and North Africa, he specializes in cloud adoption, AI-era security, and managed services. He works with partners like Microsoft, Wasabi, and Sophos to deliver practical, enterprise-grade solutions to small businesses.

Yassir Jorio is the founder of QTech Consulting, a cybersecurity and cloud services firm helping SMBs build secure, scalable IT environments. With 15+ years of experience across North America, Europe, and North Africa, he specializes in cloud adoptio... Show more

Jon Schubin is a financial communications strategist and writer with more than fifteen years working at the intersection of fintech, capital markets, and the media that covers them.

He speaks and writes about how financial companies communicate in a world being reshaped by AI, shifting regulation, and changing audience behaviour — and why so much of what gets said sounds identical. His particular interest is in the gap between what financial brands claim and what their audiences actually hear: where thought leadership becomes noise, where conference consensus hardens into cliché, and where a genuinely distinct point of view can still cut through.

His analysis covers the technology, business models, and narratives driving change across payments, banking, capital markets, and digital assets — with a focus on what the industry's own language reveals about where it is actually heading.

Jon is Global Head of Content at Cognito, the specialist financial communications firm, where he works with leading institutions and challengers across New York and London. He speaks Russian and is working on a long-term reporting project on Ukraine and the surrounding region.

Jon Schubin is a financial communications strategist and writer with more than fifteen years working at the intersection of fintech, capital markets, and the media that covers them. He speaks and writes about how financial companies communicate in... Show more

Markus is an enthusiastic software engineer with a passion for developing scalable solutions on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. His technical background encompasses solid expertise in C#, various web frameworks, and extensive experience in applying modern software development methodologies.

Beyond his professional commitments, Markus is actively involved in the tech community, sharing his knowledge as a mentor and contributing to open-source projects. His work and engagement reflect his enthusiasm for software and Azure.

Markus is an enthusiastic software engineer with a passion for developing scalable solutions on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. His technical background encompasses solid expertise in C#, various web frameworks, and extensive experience in applyi... Show more

As a seasoned DevOps engineer, I pride myself on ensuring the quality of products by drawing parallels between complex issues and simpler, everyday scenarios. This unique approach aids my team and me in delivering value, ensuring that our products are not only built correctly but also offer the right functionalities.

As a seasoned DevOps engineer, I pride myself on ensuring the quality of products by drawing parallels between complex issues and simpler, everyday scenarios. This unique approach aids my team and me in delivering value, ensuring that our products ar... Show more

Dewain Robinson is a Microsoft Principal Solution Architect for Copilot Studio that has been working with Conversational AI for over 8 years and with Microsoft technologies and IT for over 30 years. Dewain has experience with working with numerous Fortune 500 companies to help them realize their potential with Microsoft solutions and has worked to implement Conversational AI in numerous form factors from IOT-specific to Enterprise scenarios. Dewain is also known for his work as "Copilot Studio Dude" where he has trained over 600k people through his YouTube channel alone, this in conjunction with his work in CAT makes him one of the leading experts in the world for AI and Copilot Studio.

Dewain Robinson is a Microsoft Principal Solution Architect for Copilot Studio that has been working with Conversational AI for over 8 years and with Microsoft technologies and IT for over 30 years. Dewain has experience with working with numerous F... Show more

Scott Carpenter is a senior cybersecurity leader with over a decade of experience across offensive security, threat hunting, and SOC operations. As Director of Security Operations, he leads 24×7 Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, overseeing incident response, detection engineering, and client advisory across enterprise environments. With prior experience in adversary emulation, penetration testing, and U.S. government offensive cyber operations, Scott brings a unique red to blue perspective. He regularly briefs executives and security teams, translating real world attacker tradecraft into practical, actionable detection strategies.

Scott Carpenter is a senior cybersecurity leader with over a decade of experience across offensive security, threat hunting, and SOC operations. As Director of Security Operations, he leads 24×7 Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, overseei... Show more

Dugogodišnji streličar iz Rijeke. Instruktor rukovanja srednje teškim i teškim povijesnim vojnim lukovima i samostrelima. Predavač o povijesnom oružju, načinu i tehnikama korištenja. Djelovanje unutar povijesne udruge O.S.V. i osnivač grupe Š.T.S. Zorya, škole za autentično povijesno streličarstvo.

Dugogodišnji streličar iz Rijeke. Instruktor rukovanja srednje teškim i teškim povijesnim vojnim lukovima i samostrelima. Predavač o povijesnom oružju, načinu i tehnikama korištenja. Djelovanje unutar povijesne udruge O.S.V. i osnivač grupe Š.T.S. Zo... Show more

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlorenzoe/

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Originally from Brazil and a Radio Engineer, I've made my way to Software Engineering once it began swallowing Mobile Networks.
Most of my time has been spent provisioning, maintaining and supporting Kubernetes Platforms, specially in the area of Fleet Management.

Originally from Brazil and a Radio Engineer, I've made my way to Software Engineering once it began swallowing Mobile Networks. Most of my time has been spent provisioning, maintaining and supporting Kubernetes Platforms, specially in the area of Fl... Show more

I am a dedicated Software Engineer with extensive experience in designing and developing data-intensive cloud-based applications. I specialize in backend development and possess strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Docker, CI/CD, Kubernetes, AWS, and GCP. Additionally, I have a solid background in creating applied AI applications that integrate machine learning models into practical use cases. My skill set includes leveraging technologies such as speech-to-text, natural language understanding, response generation, and text-to-speech, along with backend integration and real-time analytics.

I am a dedicated Software Engineer with extensive experience in designing and developing data-intensive cloud-based applications. I specialize in backend development and possess strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Docker, CI/CD... Show more

Capability & Growth Partner with 27+ years of execution across 20+ markets including UAE, Qatar, India, SE Asia, US and Europe.
Operating at the intersection of AI capability development, economic strategy, and organisational execution. I build systems that convert corporate ambition into measurable outcomes, at scale, across cultures, and with a bias for real-world impact over theoretical frameworks.
Most recent endeavour - Co-Founder of 88 Labs LLC (Qatar Financial Centre, 2026) - an AI capability platform built to close the gap between digital transformation intent and organisational execution.
Currently active as Fractional CMO across EU and ME markets, mentor across six accelerator and leadership programs, and professor at Masters & Bachelors courses/programs in Lisbon & EU universities.

Capability & Growth Partner with 27+ years of execution across 20+ markets including UAE, Qatar, India, SE Asia, US and Europe. Operating at the intersection of AI capability development, economic strategy, and organisational execution. I build sys... Show more

Jake is Product Lead at Amiqus, a legal and compliance technology start-up based in Scotland. He has ten years working in product management in start-ups and large corporations, prior to which he was a project manager working in digital advertising.
Away from work, he is a commissioned officer in the British Army Reserves, with experience leading soldiers on operations overseas. He is also a published novelist.
He lives in Scotland, with his husband.

Jake is Product Lead at Amiqus, a legal and compliance technology start-up based in Scotland. He has ten years working in product management in start-ups and large corporations, prior to which he was a project manager working in digital advertising. ... Show more

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

I am a visionary leader and dynamic public speaker with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. A native of Nigeria, the Giant of Africa located in the western part of the continent, I have earned a reputation for driving innovation and delivering exceptional results in product strategy, development, and management. My expertise spans research, entrepreneurship, and technological innovation, making me a sought-after voice on topics ranging from Big Data Management to scaling digital products.

As a speaker, I am known for my passion for innovation and my ability to translate complex technical concepts into impactful insights. My talks inspire audiences to embrace cutting-edge technology while maintaining a strong focus on user-centered design and operational excellence. Whether addressing tech professionals or business leaders, my goal is to empower others to drive meaningful change and make lasting contributions to the tech landscape.

I am a visionary leader and dynamic public speaker with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. A native of Nigeria, the Giant of Africa located in the western part of the continent, I have earned a reputation for driving innovation and del... Show more

Aric serves as the Chief Technologist on Red Hat's Global FSI team, where he helps clients meet their strategic priorities through the use of open source technology. Prior to joining Red Hat, he led large, digital transformation projects at Goldman Sachs’ Investment Management Division and was co-founder/CTO of several FinTechs in equity and FX trading.

Aric serves as the Chief Technologist on Red Hat's Global FSI team, where he helps clients meet their strategic priorities through the use of open source technology. Prior to joining Red Hat, he led large, digital transformation projects at Goldman S... Show more

Started working as an open source developer then started working with a US based Remote setup to finally into the investment landscape and managing a $100M fund

Started working as an open source developer then started working with a US based Remote setup to finally into the investment landscape and managing a $100M fund Show more

Helping wrestle actions from insights on data for 20 years. Started out in Supply Chain, now helping all businesses get to insights and action faster.

Helping wrestle actions from insights on data for 20 years. Started out in Supply Chain, now helping all businesses get to insights and action faster. Show more

Amber Hasan is an interdisciplinary artist and community organizer focused on using Creative Practice as a tool for change. Amber is Co-Founder of The Sister Tour collective, she has worked with photographer LaToya Ruby Frazier regarding the Flint Water Crisis, she is a Board Member of Title Track Michigan, and a Board Member of Commongrounds, where she is the advocate for the Boardman River in Traverse City, Michigan.

Amber Hasan is an interdisciplinary artist and community organizer focused on using Creative Practice as a tool for change. Amber is Co-Founder of The Sister Tour collective, she has worked with photographer LaToya Ruby Frazier regarding the Flint W... Show more

Chris is a Microsoft MVP (M365-Copilot), part of the M365 Champions programs, Co-Host of the podcast Feature Frontier, and has been working in the IT industry for close to 25 years and is an expert Microsoft strategist and a technical leader. Chris is passionate about helping customers achieve their business goals and solve their challenges with innovative solutions. He enjoys working with talented teams and collaborating with partners across the globe.

Chris is a Microsoft MVP (M365-Copilot), part of the M365 Champions programs, Co-Host of the podcast Feature Frontier, and has been working in the IT industry for close to 25 years and is an expert Microsoft strategist and a technical leader. Chris i... Show more

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

Todd Whitehead ((http://www.twitter.com/TodWhitehead)) is the Director of intelligent Apps and Cloud at Nexwave. He has over 20 years’ experience delivering solutions for clients in the travel, banking, retail and government sectors using .Net, Azure and Agile. In his spare time….well he's still waiting for that to happen.

Todd Whitehead ((http://www.twitter.com/TodWhitehead)) is the Director of intelligent Apps and Cloud at Nexwave. He has over 20 years’ experience delivering solutions for clients in the travel, banking, retail and government sectors using .Net, Azure... Show more

AI Governance, AI Audit

AI Governance, AI Audit Show more

17 years of experience in reporting, data analytics and business intelligence in finance, insurance and media.

17 years of experience in reporting, data analytics and business intelligence in finance, insurance and media. Show more

Prudence Pitter is a board director, global keynote speaker, transformative leadership coach, seasoned HR strategist, and sought-after C-Suite advisor with more than 25 years of Human Resources leadership experience spanning technology, hospitality, retail, healthcare, and financial services. Named to the 2025 "50 Women to Watch" list by 50/50 Women on Boards, she currently serves as a Global Human Resources Leader overseeing people strategy in more than 20 countries, aligning talent development with business growth and organizational resilience. Learn more at prudencepitter.com

Prudence Pitter is a board director, global keynote speaker, transformative leadership coach, seasoned HR strategist, and sought-after C-Suite advisor with more than 25 years of Human Resources leadership experience spanning technology, hospitality, ... Show more

10+ years of experience as a start-up entrepreneur
15+ years of experience in SW consultation, focused on global websites and self-service portals for customers such as the World Health Organization, Wärtsilä and BorgWarner
15+ years of agile software development in multiple roles
25+ years of experience leading and coaching teams
15 years and counting with the same team - the award winning Siili Sitefinity Team
Agnostic Agile Nordic Chapter Lead
Degree in computer science and a minor in behavioral sciences
Father. Husband. Human being.

10+ years of experience as a start-up entrepreneur 15+ years of experience in SW consultation, focused on global websites and self-service portals for customers such as the World Health Organization, Wärtsilä and BorgWarner 15+ years of agile softw... Show more

Patrick M. Ndifon Jnr. is an innovation strategist, product manager, and ecosystem builder dedicated to shaping Africa’s workforce and startups. Nationally, he serves as Innovation Lead on the Job Creation & Placement team at 3MTT Nigeria, where he designs workforce programs, hackathons, and job initiatives impacting learners across the country. At the state level, he is the Coordinator and Community Manager for 3MTT in Cross River State and the Innovation Ecosystem Development Lead at the Cross River State ICT Hub, a government-backed initiative supporting startups, SMEs, and talent.

Patrick is also the Founder of Hack51 Africa, a competency validation engine helping talent prove their skills through real-world projects, and the Executive Director of PSIFON Org, which supports innovators in achieving product–market fit and accessing new markets. Through ventures like FIRST Labs and Cally Valley, he has helped startups refine products and SMEs connect to Africa’s ₦17 billion export market.

His mission is to future-proof Africa’s workforce and ecosystems while positioning secondary cities like Calabar as globally competitive innovation hubs.

Patrick M. Ndifon Jnr. is an innovation strategist, product manager, and ecosystem builder dedicated to shaping Africa’s workforce and startups. Nationally, he serves as Innovation Lead on the Job Creation & Placement team at 3MTT Nigeria, where he d... Show more