Daniel Sumah is a Senior Product Lead at Shuttlers, where he drives product innovation by combining strategic thinking, design insight, and engineering expertise. With experience spanning software development, product management, and AI, he builds impactful, scalable solutions that improve urban mobility. Daniel holds an MBA specializing in Artificial Intelligence and is passionate about mentoring and empowering the next generation of product leaders. Outside of work, he enjoys playing the piano, watching football, and learning new things.

Daniel Sumah is a Senior Product Lead at Shuttlers, where he drives product innovation by combining strategic thinking, design insight, and engineering expertise. With experience spanning software development, product management, and AI, he builds im... Show more

I’m a physicist-turned-entrepreneur with a background in computational modeling, data science, and product architecture. After completing my PhD in Physics at the University of Kiel (summa cum laude), I worked at KPMG Germany, where I focused on stress testing, automation, and risk modeling within financial systems.

Today, as Co-Founder and CEO of Royanis, I lead cross-functional teams building AI-driven solutions for logistics, MedTech, and fintech. My work sits at the intersection of data, technology, and business strategy—helping companies translate complex problems into scalable, efficient software systems.

I’m also the founder of Pulsli Inc, a San Diego–based MedTech startup developing AI-powered diagnostic tools for fluid monitoring and patient engagement.

My interests lie in predictive analytics, system optimization, and the application of scientific thinking in business contexts. I enjoy speaking about bridging science and entrepreneurship, AI’s role in transforming logistics and healthcare, and how data can make organizations more adaptive and intelligent.

I’m a physicist-turned-entrepreneur with a background in computational modeling, data science, and product architecture. After completing my PhD in Physics at the University of Kiel (summa cum laude), I worked at KPMG Germany, where I focused on stre... Show more

Richard Hoehn is the co-founder and CTO of Aerton, an Ag Tech logistics platform focused on solving complex routing and scheduling challenges for rural America. He previously founded and successfully exited FreightWise, a leading logistics SaaS platform, and has deep technical experience building high-value, user-centric applications that turn messy operational problems into usable software.

Richard is also studying this space as a PhD student in Computational & Data Science, with a research focus on reinforcement learning (RL) and optimization for real-world logistics.

Richard Hoehn is the co-founder and CTO of Aerton, an Ag Tech logistics platform focused on solving complex routing and scheduling challenges for rural America. He previously founded and successfully exited FreightWise, a leading logistics SaaS platf... Show more

Amit is a seasoned technologist with over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for a leading carpool app in India, sRide. With a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of how technology impacts human society, Amit has spent the last 7 years in CTO roles, where he has successfully led teams in building scalable and sustainable technology solutions.

Under Amit's leadership, sRide has become one of the top carpooling platforms in India, recognized for its innovation and impact on urban mobility. His expertise spans a wide range of areas, including software development, mobile app development, scaling startups, agile methodologies, cloud computing, and digital marketing. A general technologist at heart, Amit enjoys exploring how emerging technologies are shaping the future.

Amit has been an active voice in the tech community, sharing his insights and experiences at various events. He has spoken at AWS Pune, contributed as a speaker at Redis Day Bangalore 2020, and participated in AWS community events. His work has also been featured in notable case studies, such as the one published by AWS on sRide's innovative use of cloud solutions ([AWS Case Study](https://aws.amazon.com/solutions/case-studies/sride/)).

Committed to building sustainable businesses, Amit believes in the power of technology to drive positive change. He is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of tech leaders and is always eager to share his knowledge on topics such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, and the future of mobility.

Amit is a seasoned technologist with over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for a leading carpool app in India, sRide. With a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of how te... Show more

Frank Köhne is co-head of viadee's Data Science division. He has a research background and has spent the last 15 years coordinating the company's collaborations with universities in the region, but he has also spent a lot of time on software development and architecture, often in insurance or logistics.
He is currently leading a BMBF-funded consortium with the goal of leveraging process workarounds in the context of Industry 4.0 for process innovation.

Frank Köhne is co-head of viadee's Data Science division. He has a research background and has spent the last 15 years coordinating the company's collaborations with universities in the region, but he has also spent a lot of time on software developm... Show more

With over 20 years of experience in industrial technology, Miranda Alldritt helps business leaders navigate the fast-changing world of artificial intelligence. As Founder and CEO of Cypress Falls Consulting, she specializes in bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI tools and the operational realities of industrial businesses.
Miranda combines a deep understanding of technology with senior executive experience giving her a unique ability to make complex technical topics accessible for a broad audience.
Her work combines strategic insight with hands-on implementation with a current focus on helping mid-sized construction, manufacturing and logistics operations achieve measurable gains in labor optimization, workflow automation, and decision-making accuracy.

With over 20 years of experience in industrial technology, Miranda Alldritt helps business leaders navigate the fast-changing world of artificial intelligence. As Founder and CEO of Cypress Falls Consulting, she specializes in bridging the gap betwee... Show more

Alaa Mahjoub is an independent Digital Business Advisor and former Senior Data Management Expert at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport. He has decades of experience in electric utilities, petroleum, transportation, and defines. His expertise spans both governmental and private sectors in EMEA, the Far East, and the U.S.
Mr. Mahjoub played a pivotal role in transforming the Digital Business as part of the restructuring of the water and electricity sectors in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
He has also led key initiatives at TRANSCO, ADCO, Injazat Data Systems, as well as the Egyptian and the Kuwaiti Ministries of Defence.
Mr. Mahjoub holds a B.Sc. and an M.Sc. in computer engineering. He has authored, lectured, and reviewed research for IEEE, Cigre, the Arab Union of Electricity, and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). His research interests focus on Cyber-Physical Systems and the application of Digital Business in the Power and Utilities Sector.

Alaa Mahjoub is an independent Digital Business Advisor and former Senior Data Management Expert at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport. He has decades of experience in electric utilities, petroleum, transportation, and defines. His expertise spans... Show more

Ferhat took over numerous international warehouse software & planning projects since 2006. More than 10 years of leadership responsibility in warehousing units followed. In 2021 he joined SIEVERS-GROUP to further develop a holistic WMS experience: SIEVERS WMS.

Ferhat took over numerous international warehouse software & planning projects since 2006. More than 10 years of leadership responsibility in warehousing units followed. In 2021 he joined SIEVERS-GROUP to further develop a holistic WMS experience: SI... Show more

George is a Microsoft industry veteran, spanning over two decades of the ever changing and fluctuating data platform world. George is accustomed to seeing the world through multiple lenses as his roles have spanned the gambit of junior analyst all the way through to architect, enterprise and solutions advisory, executive, and eventually Microsoft Platform (now former) business owner. Having been involved with now hundreds of solutions and projects, George's perspectives are expansive and high adept at pattern recognition.

While no industry focus has ever been apparent, George has spent recent times primarily in the logistics, trucking, IoT and Telematics vertical where he feels data and process are at their least predictable and therefore most challenging.

George is a Microsoft industry veteran, spanning over two decades of the ever changing and fluctuating data platform world. George is accustomed to seeing the world through multiple lenses as his roles have spanned the gambit of junior analyst all th... Show more

Technology enthusiast and CNCF End-User.

Member of the Cloudnative "containers" team at SNCF (France) for 6 years, contributing and promoting our internal kubernetes service, containers practices, and the cloud-native ecosystem.
Now promoting Platform-Engineering and Platform as a Product within my organization

Technology enthusiast and CNCF End-User. Member of the Cloudnative "containers" team at SNCF (France) for 6 years, contributing and promoting our internal kubernetes service, containers practices, and the cloud-native ecosystem. Now promoting Pla... Show more

Salman Habib is the Co-founder & CEO of Burq, a last-mile logistics platform building scalable delivery infrastructure for some of the largest and fastest-growing companies. Under his leadership, Burq now processes over $500M worth of items annually and was recognized by Fast Company as one of the Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2025. Salman has also been listed among Boston’s top tech influencers by BostInno and named Cambridge’s most inspiring founder by Boston Voyager.

Before founding Burq, Salman served as CEO of Hellofriend, where he led the company’s growth and expansion. His experience extends beyond startups—he previously worked at the United Nations and the U.S. Senate, applying his expertise in policy, global strategy, and operational execution. He also conducted research at Harvard Kennedy School, focusing on nuclear policy and international affairs.

Salman is passionate about technology, entrepreneurship, and shaping the future of business. He is a graduate of Harvard University.

Salman Habib is the Co-founder & CEO of Burq, a last-mile logistics platform building scalable delivery infrastructure for some of the largest and fastest-growing companies. Under his leadership, Burq now processes over $500M worth of items annually ... Show more

Innovative and impact-driven Data Solutions Director with over two decades of experience in software engineering, data analytics, and smart transportation systems. Specialized in designing and scaling digital platforms powered by IoT, FMS, telematics, and BI technologies for logistics and mobility sectors. Recognized for translating complex business needs into actionable data products. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, delivering enterprise-scale solutions, and educating professionals through high-impact content. Eager to join a global organization leveraging intelligent mobility for a smarter, data-driven future.

Innovative and impact-driven Data Solutions Director with over two decades of experience in software engineering, data analytics, and smart transportation systems. Specialized in designing and scaling digital platforms powered by IoT, FMS, telematics... Show more

Caspec Logistics provides expert heavy equipment rigging for facility expansions and upgrades across California. Safe, precise machinery moves with minimal downtime.

Caspec Logistics provides expert heavy equipment rigging for facility expansions and upgrades across California. Safe, precise machinery moves with minimal downtime. Show more

I am a Global Business Growth Solutions Advisor with 25+ years of experience covering several diverse industry sectors and all global geographic regions. I have successfully built and scaled up sustainable global business research & management consulting BUs in my last 3 job roles, by working closely with Founders, MDs, CXOs and Executive Board Members, managing multi-functional multi-cultural and multi-geography teams. I also have established thought leadership in automotive, transportation, logistics, SCM, OHVs & MHEs, Shipping, Railways, Chemicals & Materials, Energy & Power, Healthcare, Technology, Industrial Equipment as well as Infrastructure sectors in MENASA & APAC, Americas & EU through regular speaking engagements, knowledge partnerships, strategic insights & whitepapers on emerging trends, strategies and outlook.

I am a Global Business Growth Solutions Advisor with 25+ years of experience covering several diverse industry sectors and all global geographic regions. I have successfully built and scaled up sustainable global business research & management consul... Show more

15+ years of IT Experience in developing and designing mobile applications using Swift, Android, Flutter, and related technologies.

15+ years of IT Experience in developing and designing mobile applications using Swift, Android, Flutter, and related technologies. Show more

Amit Singh Baghel is an architect-transport planner with 16 years’ experience shaping mobility across India and South Asia. A graduate of the School of Planning & Architecture, New Delhi, he co-founded and directs Vernacular Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd, delivering CMPs, metro studies, multimodal logistics parks and climate-resilient transport plans. His work spans government mandates for MoHUA, NHLML and AAI to GIZ-funded sustainability projects. A passionate communicator, Amit hosted The Transportation Podcast by VERCOS, heard in 60 countries. He champions “people-first mobility” by fusing behavioural insights with rigorous modelling tools (CUBE, VISUM, VISSIM) and has presented at INTACH, IIA and World Road Meetings. Amit is an Associate Member of ITPI, a registered architect with COA, and a life member of IUT.

Amit Singh Baghel is an architect-transport planner with 16 years’ experience shaping mobility across India and South Asia. A graduate of the School of Planning & Architecture, New Delhi, he co-founded and directs Vernacular Consultancy Services Pvt ... Show more

As the Transportation Theme Lead of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, Derald works to maximize the utility of public geospatial transportation information by making it easier to create, publish, discover, access, integrate, exchange, and analyze.

Derald has been a geographer with the Federal Government since 1996. He holds a Geography degree from Towson University, a Computer Science degree from Hood College, and is currently a PhD student in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

Derald’s geography career started at the GIS lab at Virginia Tech in 1992 where he digitized stream orders and soil types for the state of Virginia.

Starting in 1996 he worked as a cartographer at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Marine Chart Division where he managed source data used in the construction of Nautical Charts.

Derald started at the USDOT in 2001; His early work focused on developing geospatial-transportation data, cartographic automation, and application development. He currently Leads the Transportation Theme of NSDI and chairs the Geospatial Transportation Subcommittee. The subcommittee is authorized by the Federal Geographic Data Committee and sponsored by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.

As theme lead he helps maximize the benefit geospatial-transportation resources for the nation. Specifically, he coordinates the efforts of federal partners and facilitates their compliance with legislative and executive directives directed at improving geospatial data management.

As the Geospatial Transportation Subcommittee Chair, he facilitates cooperation and fosters awareness among federal, state, local, tribal, and private organizations to ease geospatial data discovery, collection, construction, publication, integration, analysis, and archival.

As the Transportation Theme Lead of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, Derald works to maximize the utility of public geospatial transportation information by making it easier to create, publish, discover, access, integrate, exchange, and anal... Show more

Worked in Smart Grid solutions, Railway planning software and since 2015 in the Logistics part of the Product Development at Digitec Galaxus. Made a lot of mistakes in my career and I'm not shy to share so you don't have repeat them.

Worked in Smart Grid solutions, Railway planning software and since 2015 in the Logistics part of the Product Development at Digitec Galaxus. Made a lot of mistakes in my career and I'm not shy to share so you don't have repeat them. Show more

Haggai Dror brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in American infrastructure development, holding key positions such as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Shikun & Binui Group. With a focus on change management, Haggai has successfully led executive committees and managed multimillion-dollar projects, navigating diverse cultural dynamics and achieving collective goals. Notable projects under Haggai's leadership include the PA Major Bridges P3 and Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Project P3. As Managing Director at S&B USA eMobility, Haggai played a pivotal role in establishing a division, showcasing adaptability and a forward-thinking approach. Whether overseeing project integration or spearheading innovative initiatives, Haggai's career underscores a commitment to effective change management and successful outcomes in the dynamic infrastructure development landscape.

Haggai Dror brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in American infrastructure development, holding key positions such as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Shikun & Binui Group. With a focus on change management, Haggai has su... Show more

Bachelor: Economics
Master: Supply Chain Management with a focus on Data & Digitalization

Professional Experience:
Experience at Signify, Bode Chemie, EDAG Production Solutions (project at Stellantis Detroit), and currently Vossloh (3 years).

Master Thesis:
Optimizing End-to-End Supply Chain Efficiency in Mobile Rail Track Maintenance with Data-Driven Solutions

Born in 1998

Bachelor: Economics Master: Supply Chain Management with a focus on Data & Digitalization Professional Experience: Experience at Signify, Bode Chemie, EDAG Production Solutions (project at Stellantis Detroit), and currently Vossloh (3 years). ... Show more

Peter conducts research and analysis for the transportation program at ACEEE, with a focus on light-duty fuel efficiency and electric vehicles. Peter works on promoting equitable access to electric vehicles and leads the annual life-cycle emissions analysis of light-duty vehicles for ACEEE’s Greenercars.org. Peter also leads ACEEE’s State Transportation Electrification Scorecard, a biannual assessment of progress by states to promote electrification and reduce emissions from the transportation sector.

Peter holds a master of science in public policy and management from the Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University and a bachelor of arts in economics and global environmental change and sustainability from Johns Hopkins University.

Peter conducts research and analysis for the transportation program at ACEEE, with a focus on light-duty fuel efficiency and electric vehicles. Peter works on promoting equitable access to electric vehicles and leads the annual life-cycle emissions a... Show more

My name is Deborah Afolayan, a graduate of the Environmental Health department of Kwara State University. Awife and mother.
I have a strong background in both business ownership and corporate roles, particularly in the logistics and Health care sectors.

As a business owner, I developed expertise in managing complex operations and enhancing process efficiency. Seeking to broaden my experience, I transitioned to a 9-5 role, starting in the healthcare sector at AXA MANSARD. There, I specialized in data management and analysis, driving improvements in operational efficiency and decision-making.

Currently, I work in the oil and gas logistics industry at Ardova Plc as a Shortage Resolution Analyst. In this role, I leverage my data management skills to resolve inventory discrepancies and ensure accurate supply chain operations.

With a passion for logistics and a commitment to operational excellence, I bring a unique blend of entrepreneurial spirit and corporate expertise to my work. My diverse experience across industries positions me as a valuable asset, dedicated to driving innovation and efficiency in the logistics field.

My name is Deborah Afolayan, a graduate of the Environmental Health department of Kwara State University. Awife and mother. I have a strong background in both business ownership and corporate roles, particularly in the logistics and Health care sec... Show more

An IT consultant at Info Support B.V. and a lead in Google Developers Group NL, passionate about everything data related. As a graduate of Wageningen University and Research - active in agriculture, food, retail and logistics sectors.

Interested in successful implementation of IT in the company, assessing the company needs and providing them with tailored solutions through my background in change management and data analytics.

An IT consultant at Info Support B.V. and a lead in Google Developers Group NL, passionate about everything data related. As a graduate of Wageningen University and Research - active in agriculture, food, retail and logistics sectors. Interested i... Show more

Petya is a highly experienced logistics and supply chain expert, bringing her wealth of knowledge to her role as a trainer at the Bulgarian Logistics Association and working in the industry for more than 10 years. With a keen eye for innovation, she is currently participating in a project focused on digitalization within the logistics sector. Petya's expertise extends to the application of emerging technologies such as IoT, AI/ML, and Blockchain, for optimization of logistics and supply chain processes. Her dedication to staying at the forefront of industry advancements is exemplified by her certification as a Blockchain & Supply Chain Professional. Passionate about bridging the gap between business applications and technologies, she's a driving force in building better connections for the future of logistics and supply chains.

Petya is a highly experienced logistics and supply chain expert, bringing her wealth of knowledge to her role as a trainer at the Bulgarian Logistics Association and working in the industry for more than 10 years. With a keen eye for innovation, she ... Show more

I have studied computer science and worked as a software engineer and architect in several industries like finance and logistics for almost 15 years. Within these years I become an expert in programming with Java. In 2018, I have started developing with Drupal for bitegra Solution, which I founded with two colleagues.

I have studied computer science and worked as a software engineer and architect in several industries like finance and logistics for almost 15 years. Within these years I become an expert in programming with Java. In 2018, I have started developing w... Show more

Uwe Ricken has been working with IT systems since the early 1990s, with a deep focus on Microsoft SQL Server starting from his work on Membership Software for the American Chamber of Commerce in Germany - later rolled out across five European countries. His passion for SQL Server took off in 2007 when he joined Deutsche Bank AG as a database administrator, gaining hands-on experience in high-performance, enterprise-scale environments.

With over three decades of experience in database development and operations, Uwe earned the prestigious "Microsoft Certified Master – SQL Server 2008", the highest technical certification at the time. In 2013, he was honored with his first "Microsoft MVP Award" for his contributions to the SQL Server community across Germany and Europe.

Since 2010, Uwe has been sharing his expertise through his blog https://sqlmaster.de, offering deep dives into SQL Server internals, performance tuning, and real-world troubleshooting.

A regular speaker at international conferences and user groups, Uwe’s sessions focus on Database Internals, Indexing Strategies and Advanced SQL Development - always with a practical, performance-driven mindset.

Uwe Ricken has been working with IT systems since the early 1990s, with a deep focus on Microsoft SQL Server starting from his work on Membership Software for the American Chamber of Commerce in Germany - later rolled out across five European countri... Show more

Nacho is a software engineer from Barcelona, fan of TDD and XP practices. He has been working with Java and other web technologies before the effect 2000 and had experience in different roles in the IT world now working at Dynatrace writing code to monitor applications. You may probably meet him before as founder of the Barcelona Java Users Group ( https://barcelonajug.org ) & the Barcelona Developers Conference ( DevBcn - https://www.debcn.com, former JBCNConf ). He enjoys spending time with his family, playing sports & improving his eXtreme Programming skills

Nacho is a software engineer from Barcelona, fan of TDD and XP practices. He has been working with Java and other web technologies before the effect 2000 and had experience in different roles in the IT world now working at Dynatrace writing code to m... Show more

Enterprise architect with multiple job experiences in different fields, from banking to aerospace, with a spice of DevOps and other less known methodologies

Enterprise architect with multiple job experiences in different fields, from banking to aerospace, with a spice of DevOps and other less known methodologies Show more

Maik van der Gaag is the CTO of 3fifty, an experienced consultancy company with a strong focus on the Microsoft Cloud. He has over 15 years of experience providing architecture, development, training, and design expertise. During this, he has worked in various projects ranging from Cloud Transformations to DevOps implementations.

He loves to share knowledge, is a public speaker, writes blogs, and organizes events. Microsoft has recognized him as a Microsoft Azure MVP.

If you want to learn more about him or his expertise, check out his blog (https://msftplayground.com).

Maik van der Gaag is the CTO of 3fifty, an experienced consultancy company with a strong focus on the Microsoft Cloud. He has over 15 years of experience providing architecture, development, training, and design expertise. During this, he has worked ... Show more

Leon Gordon, is a leader in data analytics. A current Thought Leader at the Forbes Technical Council, an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, a Thought Leader in Data Science for the Global AI Hub, Microsoft Data Platform MVP based in the UK and founder of Onyx Data.

During the last decade, he has helped organisations improve their business performance, use data more intelligently, and understand the implications of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data.

Leon is a chair for the Microsoft Power BI – UK community group and the DataDNA data visualization community as well as an international speaker and advisor.

Leon Gordon, is a leader in data analytics. A current Thought Leader at the Forbes Technical Council, an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, a Thought Leader in Data Science for the Global AI Hub, Microsoft Data Platform MVP based in the UK and... Show more