Hi, I’m Rohan, I co-founded Datazip and spend most of my time working on OLake, our open-source project that makes it easier to sync database data into Apache Iceberg. I’ve always enjoyed tinkering with data systems and figuring out how to make them simpler and faster for engineers to use. Along the way, I’ve learned a ton from the open-source community, and I love giving back by sharing what’s worked (and what hasn’t!) as we build. Excited to swap stories and learn from all of you at the meetup!

Hi, I’m Rohan, I co-founded Datazip and spend most of my time working on OLake, our open-source project that makes it easier to sync database data into Apache Iceberg. I’ve always enjoyed tinkering with data systems and figuring out how to make them ... Show more

Brenda Keomany is living proof that authentic leadership is about rising through difficulty, growing stronger, and helping others do the same.
Over a period of six years, Brenda faced a cascade of profound challenges: she lost her mother-in-law; who was like a mother to her and lived with the family for 19 years, as is customary in her late husband’s Khmu tribe, the passing of her father, and supported her husband through a long illness, ultimately becoming widowed at 46 while raising a teenage daughter.
In the midst of these hardships, Brenda returned to Oregon after being away for 24 years. She left behind her established support network to start over, rebuilding her community from scratch and re-establishing her business in a new landscape. Through each upheaval, Brenda chose resilience, adaptability, and growth over resignation.
Today, as President of Status Accounting, LLC, Brenda does more than manage numbers. She and her team partner with clients to create practical workflows and accounting systems that tell the story of their businesses, empowering them to use financial insights for stronger and more strategic decisions. Brenda believes accounting is not just about compliance but about clarity and opportunity.
What sets Brenda apart is her ability to turn adversity into empathy and deep expertise. She guides her family, her team, and her clients through change, complexity, and opportunity, while never losing sight of the importance of community and connection.
Brenda’s talks go beyond inspiration. She offers actionable guidance on building resilience and forging genuine connections, even when rebuilding from the ground up. When you hear Brenda speak, you experience wisdom forged in real life, with practical lessons any business or team can use to thrive, no matter the circumstances.
Listen to Brenda for genuine insight, hard-won resilience, and practical know-how your business can put to use wherever your next chapter begins.

Brenda Keomany is living proof that authentic leadership is about rising through difficulty, growing stronger, and helping others do the same. Over a period of six years, Brenda faced a cascade of profound challenges: she lost her mother-in-law; ... Show more

Me desempeño como Analista de Business Intelligence & Analytics. Actualmente cursando un diplomado en Big Data & Machine Learning.

Soy Community Builder para AWS en la categoría de datos y ambassador en Women Techmakers.

También tengo experiencia en inclusión de personas en TI. Soy una entusiasta de la tecnología, los datos y las startups.

Me gusta el té, leer, la fotografía y viajar.

Me desempeño como Analista de Business Intelligence & Analytics. Actualmente cursando un diplomado en Big Data & Machine Learning. Soy Community Builder para AWS en la categoría de datos y ambassador en Women Techmakers. También tengo experien... Show more

I am Software Engineer 3 at Google. Previously I had worked at Intuit. I have 4+ years experience in the software industry working on cutting edge technologies and building scalable products for millions of users. Apart from tech, I enjoy playing badminton and chess.

I am Software Engineer 3 at Google. Previously I had worked at Intuit. I have 4+ years experience in the software industry working on cutting edge technologies and building scalable products for millions of users. Apart from tech, I enjoy playing bad... Show more

Enjoys building great teams that deliver in an agile maner and has a special passion for continuous delivery.

Enjoys building great teams that deliver in an agile maner and has a special passion for continuous delivery. Show more

Oluwatobi Oladapo is Head of Product at myCircle, where he leads product innovation in social and behavioral finance. He previously co-founded Exchequer, a USSD-native savings platform. He speaks on why real adoption in fintech and beyond depends not only on trust but on embedding products into people’s existing behaviors, what he calls ‘behavior as infrastructure.

Oluwatobi Oladapo is Head of Product at myCircle, where he leads product innovation in social and behavioral finance. He previously co-founded Exchequer, a USSD-native savings platform. He speaks on why real adoption in fintech and beyond depends not... Show more

Hany Aly
Head Dept. Statistics & Monitoring
hanyaly@alexu.edu.eg
High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, EGYPT

Hany Aly Head Dept. Statistics & Monitoring hanyaly@alexu.edu.eg High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, EGYPT Show more

cloud native enthousiast, declarative systems nerd, networking and programming.

cloud native enthousiast, declarative systems nerd, networking and programming. Show more

I am a security professional specializing in offensive security and AI security, with experience across web, mobile, cloud, and AI-enabled systems. My focus is on identifying vulnerabilities early, reducing risk, and helping teams build stronger and more resilient products.

I have experience conducting hands-on security assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability testing across traditional and AI-integrated environments. I also enjoy exploring how AI can strengthen security workflows, from automating analysis to improving detection, validation, and remediation.

My approach combines offensive security thinking with an understanding of AI systems, helping teams secure software more effectively across the full development lifecycle. I am particularly interested in secure AI adoption, adversarial testing, and building security processes that scale with innovation.

I am a security professional specializing in offensive security and AI security, with experience across web, mobile, cloud, and AI-enabled systems. My focus is on identifying vulnerabilities early, reducing risk, and helping teams build stronger and ... Show more

Yasmin Ahmed is a lawyer and the Co-founder and Director of Programs at FemTech Law Initiative, a women- and youth-led organization working at the intersection of law, technology, and social justice. she champions digital inclusion, literacy, and safety, advocating for an equitable and secure online environment for women and children in Uganda.
At FemTech Law Initiative, Yasmin leads initiatives that empower communities through legal and digital literacy, online safety education, and policy advocacy.

Yasmin Ahmed is a lawyer and the Co-founder and Director of Programs at FemTech Law Initiative, a women- and youth-led organization working at the intersection of law, technology, and social justice. she champions digital inclusion, literacy, and saf... Show more

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes the challenge of creating new tools and applications, and is an active speaker with talks and tutorials presented at multiple conferences.

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes t... Show more

Soy un profesional con más de 21 años de experiencia liderando proyectos de transformación digital y diseño de arquitecturas cloud en entornos complejos y altamente regulados. He trabajado como asesor de CTOs y CIOs en sectores como banca y telecomunicaciones, impulsando la modernización tecnológica mediante soluciones híbridas y multicloud (Azure, AWS), automatización y metodologías ágiles. Mi enfoque combina visión estratégica con una sólida base técnica, orientado siempre a mejorar la eficiencia operativa y acelerar la innovación en las organizaciones.

Soy un profesional con más de 21 años de experiencia liderando proyectos de transformación digital y diseño de arquitecturas cloud en entornos complejos y altamente regulados. He trabajado como asesor de CTOs y CIOs en sectores como banca y telecomun... Show more

Senior Frontend Developer at MTN, a computer engineering graduate from Olabisi Onabanjo University.

Senior Frontend Developer at MTN, a computer engineering graduate from Olabisi Onabanjo University. Show more

As a seasoned software engineer with over 15 years of experience, I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, leading cross-functional teams, and driving long-term, impactful transformations. My expertise lies in crafting scalable systems, architecting robust solutions, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams to deliver user-centric products.

Currently, I lead the web engineering efforts at SoFi/Galileo Financial Technologies, spearheading a multi-year Web Architecture initiative that unifies disparate technologies (PHP, Angular, React) into a modern React/Next.js and Python stack. My work spans across teams, squads, and departments, where I focus on long-term strategies, seamless migrations, and delivering value incrementally. From leading large-scale initiatives like shared component libraries and IdP onboarding to operational improvements like real-user monitoring and dynamic test environments, I drive both technical excellence and organizational efficiency.

Beyond technical contributions, I am passionate about mentoring and elevating team standards. Whether it’s empowering developers through streamlined workflows, facilitating design reviews, or crafting developer-friendly tools, I aim to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence. With a strategic mindset and hands-on leadership, I bring value by balancing immediate deliverables with scalable, future-proof systems.

As a seasoned software engineer with over 15 years of experience, I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, leading cross-functional teams, and driving long-term, impactful transformations. My expertise lies in crafting scalable systems, arch... Show more

History Graduate turned Technical and Functional Consultant focusing on all things Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and Power Platform.

History Graduate turned Technical and Functional Consultant focusing on all things Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and Power Platform. Show more

Riccardo started his career as an embedded developer, but switched to backend development as soon as he discovered (and fell in love with) Elixir.

He enjoys dad jokes, yak shaving, good coffee, and making music both in usual and strange ways (from Game Boys to live coding).

Riccardo started his career as an embedded developer, but switched to backend development as soon as he discovered (and fell in love with) Elixir. He enjoys dad jokes, yak shaving, good coffee, and making music both in usual and strange ways (from... Show more

Allison McMillan is a fractional VP of Engineering and Leadership Consultant with over 25 years of design and facilitation experience for gatherings, covering everything from meetings and strategy planning sessions to offsites and conferences. She’s previously held leadership roles at QuotaPath, DEV, and GitHub. Allison has worn many hats in multiple industries as a community builder, managing director, and software engineer.

Allison started a podcast about being a parent in tech, Parent Driven Development, and is an internationally recognized keynote speaker. She is very involved in the Ruby community as a current board member and the former President of Ruby Central.

You can find more writing, speaking, and consulting information on her website: www.allisonmcmillan.com

Allison McMillan is a fractional VP of Engineering and Leadership Consultant with over 25 years of design and facilitation experience for gatherings, covering everything from meetings and strategy planning sessions to offsites and conferences. She’s ... Show more

Francis Onukwu is a skilled software developer crafting innovative Web2 and Web3 solutions, with a strong focus on Rust and TypeScript. As co-founder of Open Source Nest, he drives Africa’s vibrant open-source movement, empowering beginners and pros through engaging workshops, AMAs, and community outreaches. Previously, as a former GDG On Campus Lead and past NACOS Director, he sparked student tech enthusiasm and leadership at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he earned his BSc in Computer Science. With a passion for accessible tech, Francis leverages certifications in NVIDIA Deep Learning and Google Cloud to inspire inclusive innovation.

Francis Onukwu is a skilled software developer crafting innovative Web2 and Web3 solutions, with a strong focus on Rust and TypeScript. As co-founder of Open Source Nest, he drives Africa’s vibrant open-source movement, empowering beginners and pros ... Show more

Senior Engineering Manager at cheqd (https://cheqd.io/). Building the trust layer for AI agents through decentralized identity and verifiable credentials

Senior Engineering Manager at cheqd (https://cheqd.io/). Building the trust layer for AI agents through decentralized identity and verifiable credentials Show more

I am a Mom of a boy and a true champion of 'Bias for Action' principle. I embrace discomfort by new learnings and learn them by doing - be it technology, process, or getting any work done for people who depend on me. I thrive with discipline and planning. Believe in practice and even if there is a 1% chance of success, I give the other 100% to get a favorable outcome.

I am a Mom of a boy and a true champion of 'Bias for Action' principle. I embrace discomfort by new learnings and learn them by doing - be it technology, process, or getting any work done for people who depend on me. I thrive with discipline and plan... Show more

Fransdana Nadeak is a Data Scientist passionate about applying AI to real-world challenges in the telecommunications industry. He is the creator of Towerbucks, a geospatial AI engine for tower profitability, and has shared his expertise as a speaker and mentor in data science communities.

Fransdana Nadeak is a Data Scientist passionate about applying AI to real-world challenges in the telecommunications industry. He is the creator of Towerbucks, a geospatial AI engine for tower profitability, and has shared his expertise as a speaker ... Show more

Building the future with Blockchain Tech as a Web Developer

Building the future with Blockchain Tech as a Web Developer Show more

Brazilian, 80's Kid. Father of 2. Passionate about C#, Typescript and high-load systems. Worked for big corps like Thomson Reuters, Warner Brothers and DAZN. Programmer since 1997.

Brazilian, 80's Kid. Father of 2. Passionate about C#, Typescript and high-load systems. Worked for big corps like Thomson Reuters, Warner Brothers and DAZN. Programmer since 1997. Show more

In his commitment to organizational transformation, Randolf co-founded cogrow.space, after two decades of working with leaders, teams and business units in global enterprises, to bring a different voice to enterprise transformation work. As a global citizen, he collaborates with thought leaders in societal evolution.

Randolf takes great satisfaction in offering his guidance to practitioners as they realize their full potential and capacity in regenerative transformation. He is committed to design and lead cohorts for teams of leaders and change agents to enable effective change in their organizations.

In his commitment to organizational transformation, Randolf co-founded cogrow.space, after two decades of working with leaders, teams and business units in global enterprises, to bring a different voice to enterprise transformation work. As a global ... Show more

Anh is a passionate Data Professional who has a solid international background in data analytics and data management across Asia and Europe. With more than 11 years of experience in different industries such as finance, ride-hailing, travel technology, manufacturing and wholesale, she is keen on bringing to the audience her unique perspectives, best practices and know-how when it comes to applying disruptive technologies.

Anh is a passionate Data Professional who has a solid international background in data analytics and data management across Asia and Europe. With more than 11 years of experience in different industries such as finance, ride-hailing, travel technolog... Show more

you may recognise me from this year's BBC The Apprentice.

I bring a unique blend of business leadership and media experience. Earlier this year, I appeared on BBC’s The Apprentice, reaching Week 8 with five wins including one as Project Manager, and a feature in the final episode. Following the show, I was invited to share my story on BBC News, BBC Radio 5 live, BBC South East, Manoto (Persian TV), and across multiple radio stations including BBC Radio Sussex, V2 Radio, and Greatest Hits Radio. I’ve also been featured in publications such as Daily Mail, Metro, The Mirror, The Sun, Recruiter Magazine, and Yahoo News.

As a speaker, I’ve delivered talks at Spotify, NBC Universal, and the University of Brighton (I will have completed a TedX Talk by the time this event is coming up, as it’s booked for October) covering topics including entrepreneurship, women in business, diversity and inclusion, how men can be great advocates for women, working in a male dominating industry such as recruitment, how to start a business, career independence, and the evolving AI landscape. I also host SkillTorch Disrupt, a podcast spotlighting stories of leadership and innovation within the tech and AI space.

Raised by a single father in an immigrant Persian household, I’ve always been fiercely independent. From buying my first property at a young age and now having 3, moving to Southern California alone in my 20s, to launching a business that works with global tech leaders, my journey reflects resilience, adaptability, and a passion for impact.

you may recognise me from this year's BBC The Apprentice. I bring a unique blend of business leadership and media experience. Earlier this year, I appeared on BBC’s The Apprentice, reaching Week 8 with five wins including one as Project Manager, a... Show more

Johnathon Smith is a seasoned Architectural Consultant for Xelseor LLC, a boutique software consultancy focused on .NET engineering, cloud-native architecture, open-source software, and modern software delivery practices. With over 15 years of experience spanning enterprise systems, microservices architecture, and frontend innovation, Johnathon brings a practical, developer-first perspective to software design.

He’s led engineering teams through the evolution of .NET, from WebForms and WCF to .NET Core and the bleeding edge of .NET Aspire. His work spans mission-critical systems in healthcare, finance, aerospace, and education technology—driving results with scalable microservices, CQRS, event-driven architectures, and clean domain modeling.

Johnathon’s recent talks tackle real-world engineering tradeoffs, including the case against AutoMapper, modular monoliths with versioning strategies, and building microservices without building regrets. Whether discussing fluent validations or the future of distributed .NET, he brings a rare combination of deep technical insight, hard-earned battle scars, and just the right amount of sarcasm.

Outside consulting and code, he’s passionate about developer mentorship, OSS contributions, and helping other technologists sharpen their craft. He’s based in Melbourne, FL, and Consults for Xelseor LLC full-time—when he’s not refactoring legacy systems or convincing teams to use MediatR properly.

Johnathon Smith is a seasoned Architectural Consultant for Xelseor LLC, a boutique software consultancy focused on .NET engineering, cloud-native architecture, open-source software, and modern software delivery practices. With over 15 years of experi... Show more

Spring Developer consultant at Keleos Belgium
A Java Spring consultant who believes simplicity is the key to great software.
I’m passionate about building applications that are easy to understand, maintain, and scale. Because the best solutions are the ones that work without unnecessary complexity and technology.

Spring Boot has been my go-to framework for making development straightforward, whether it’s creating microservices, designing APIs, or deploying cloud-native apps.
My approach is to break problems down, find the simplest path forward, and learning from mistakes.

I’m always looking to connect with others who value clarity and elegance in code.

Spring Developer consultant at Keleos Belgium A Java Spring consultant who believes simplicity is the key to great software. I’m passionate about building applications that are easy to understand, maintain, and scale. Because the best solutions are... Show more

🌟 Claudia Marcionni
Experta en Transformación Paradigmática, Innovación, Agilidad, Bienestar Organizacional y Liderazgo Evolutivo
Abogada, Enterprise Agile Coach, Coach Profesional y Educativa, Coach Ejecutiva y Corporativa, Neurocapacitadora y Educadora Emocional, Maestranda en Gestión Emocional y Bienestar en las Organizaciones, con más de 18 años de experiencia, Claudia Marcionni se ha consolidado como una referente en procesos de cambio, innovación y reinvención en organizaciones públicas, privadas y sociales.
Es creadora del método Efecto Paradigma®, un enfoque único para la transformación de modelos mentales y culturales en personas, equipos y organizaciones. Cofundadora de Coaches Ágiles® y actual líder de la Comunidad ITERA, Claudia ha desarrollado metodologías innovadoras aplicadas a la educación, el liderazgo y la gestión del cambio en entornos corporativos.
Su expertise integra transformación paradigmática y cultural, agilismo blando, neurociencias aplicadas, inteligencia emocional, metodologías ágiles (OKR, Scrum, gestión de proyectos) y diseño de estrategias de innovación y bienestar organizacional.
Ha sido reconocida con premios a la excelencia en coaching, training y consultoría, así como por su labor como speaker internacional y autora. Premiada como Mujer Líder en varias oportunidades. Con una con una Credencial de Honor en China. Y reconocida por su conferencia magistral en la Universidad de Harvard en el marco del V Congreso Mundial de Mujeres Líderes. Actualmente nominada a por su admirable trayectoria, excelencia y cualidades personales, así como por su visión regional y compromiso con la igualdad, como speaker de alto impacto en WEF Ecuador 2025.
Participa activamente en proyectos alineados con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) de la ONU, en especial ODS4 (Educación de calidad) y ODS3 (Bienestar y salud), colaborando con organizaciones internacionales e impulsando una visión integral del liderazgo evolutivo.
Actualmente es coordinadora del Directorio para Argentina de la Fundación CD y la iniciativa Mujeres Líderes América, Agente de Formación de Certificaciones Ágiles de Scrum Manager®, miembro de la Cámara de Comercio Latina en la Costa del Golfo, miembro de la Comisión de relaciones institucionales de la Asociación de emprendedores tecnológicos y embajadora de CEBEL Comisión Internacional por el Bienestar Laboral.
Es autora del newsletter “Bienestar Organizacional: la nueva evolución empresarial”,
Con una trayectoria que fusiona el pensamiento estratégico, la conciencia emocional y la innovación ágil, Claudia Marcionni lidera con una convicción: "Necesitamos liderar la transformación paradigmática para construir el futuro que queremos vivir."
Es conferencista de distintas temáticas, destacando sus recientes participaciones en el V Congreso Mundial de Mujeres Líderes celebrado en la prestigiosa Universidad de Harvard. En el IV Congreso Internacional Líderes Hispanos en Rapa Nui - Isla de Pascua y en el Congreso Internacional de Mujeres Líderes en la Universidad Internacional de Florida (FIU).

🌟 Claudia Marcionni Experta en Transformación Paradigmática, Innovación, Agilidad, Bienestar Organizacional y Liderazgo Evolutivo Abogada, Enterprise Agile Coach, Coach Profesional y Educativa, Coach Ejecutiva y Corporativa, Neurocapacitadora y Ed... Show more

Dr. Charles M. Russo is a U.S. Navy veteran and retired FBI Intelligence Analyst with over 30 years of distinguished service spanning military intelligence, federal law enforcement, and higher education. Throughout his career, he has contributed to national security at multiple levels, working on complex intelligence and public safety challenges both domestically and abroad.

In addition to his federal service, Dr. Russo has served as a Juvenile Probation Officer, bringing a deep understanding of youth justice and rehabilitation into his work. He currently teaches cyber and intelligence studies at the collegiate level, preparing the next generation of analysts and security professionals.

Dr. Russo holds a Ph.D. in Public Safety Leadership and is widely recognized for his expertise in intelligence analysis, critical thinking, and national security strategy. Known for his engaging and relatable presentation style, he has a unique ability to make complex concepts accessible, relevant, and thought-provoking for audiences across disciplines.

Dr. Charles M. Russo is a U.S. Navy veteran and retired FBI Intelligence Analyst with over 30 years of distinguished service spanning military intelligence, federal law enforcement, and higher education. Throughout his career, he has contributed to n... Show more