I have had an unusual journey into cybersecurity, working my way up from long-haul commercial driver to nationally recognized cybersecurity expert in the transportation sector.
I regularly mentor new or aspiring cybersecurity professionals and help them chart their own course into the industry, no matter where they are starting from.

As a thought leader and trusted advisor, I deliver expert recommendations that help organizations navigate and mitigate cybersecurity risks while aligning with their strategic objectives. My approach to leadership and innovation ensures that the digital transformation journey is both secure and aligned with best practices, driving efficiency and resilience across the enterprise.

In my current role at NMFTA I spearhead research initiatives and lead teams dedicated to developing cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, methodologies, and strategies to safeguard information systems and networks. I collaborate extensively with academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies to advance cybersecurity practices and knowledge.
I provide expert insights and recommendations to organizations, enhancing their security posture and helping them navigate the constantly evolving landscape of cyber threats.

With a rare combination of CISSP, CCSP, and CISM certifications alongside an active Class A CDL, I bring a unique perspective to the intersection of cybersecurity and transportation and I specialize in translating complex technical matters into approachable, understandable language no matter what the level of technical understanding my audience has.

I have had an unusual journey into cybersecurity, working my way up from long-haul commercial driver to nationally recognized cybersecurity expert in the transportation sector. I regularly mentor new or aspiring cybersecurity professionals and help... Show more

I am Nilanjan Chatterjee , a seasoned Data Engineering leader and architect at AMD, with extensive experience in rolling out 0-1 turn-key products and features across Fintech, Semiconductor and Telecom domains. With over 12 years of experience across Data Engineering , Data Science and Gen AI pipeline and MLOps, I assist business operationalise their data and ML strategy and find data driven solutions to problems.

I am Nilanjan Chatterjee , a seasoned Data Engineering leader and architect at AMD, with extensive experience in rolling out 0-1 turn-key products and features across Fintech, Semiconductor and Telecom domains. With over 12 years of experience across... Show more

As the Lead IT Engineer at Georgia Institute of Technology's Office of International Education (OIE), Jimmy is at the forefront of technological innovation. He implements cutting-edge solutions to address complex challenges, from enhancing student experiences during the pandemic to identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats. With a master’s degree in Cybersecurity from Georgia Tech, Jimmy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role.

As the Lead IT Engineer at Georgia Institute of Technology's Office of International Education (OIE), Jimmy is at the forefront of technological innovation. He implements cutting-edge solutions to address complex challenges, from enhancing student ex... Show more

For the last 15 years I have been working on Web Development, projects from scratch, helping clients and agencies to build the entire idea until the final product. Coding on both Front-end and Back-end, depending on the project and the available resources.
I have worked with a variety of technologies and frameworks, and I am always looking for new challenges and opportunities to learn and grow.
Currently I am working as a Tech Lead for one of the biggest Airlines in Europe @ Globant. Using Next.js, Typescript, Tailwind CSS, Docker, Storybook, and more.
I have used Javascript, Typescript, React, Vue, GraphQL, MongoDB, MySQL, CSS, Sass, Docker, PHP, Wordpress, Laravel and more. I also love Data related subjects, and been learning Data Science with R and Python on my spare time.

For the last 15 years I have been working on Web Development, projects from scratch, helping clients and agencies to build the entire idea until the final product. Coding on both Front-end and Back-end, depending on the project and the available reso... Show more

KJ Kaushik is a seasoned Security Architect and DevSecOps & AI-Security Strategist with over a decade of expertise building and implementing secure, scalable frameworks and controls for modern enterprises. Through rigorous Threat modeling and risk management disciplines, he applies both quantitative and qualitative analytics to turn complexity into clarity, enabling organizations to prioritize the optimal controls for maximum ROI. With deep domain mastery spanning AI/ML security, SaaS, cloud, DevSecOps, application and platform security, KJ blends innovation with structured execution—elevating security from a checkpoint into a strategic growth accelerator.

KJ Kaushik is a seasoned Security Architect and DevSecOps & AI-Security Strategist with over a decade of expertise building and implementing secure, scalable frameworks and controls for modern enterprises. Through rigorous Threat modeling and risk ma... Show more

Arquitecto Funcional en MS Dynamics NAV y BUSINESS CENTRAL, Consultor de Proyectos con experiencia liderando equipos y proyectos en todas las fases de implementación, certificado como Scrum Master y Cloud Computing, experiencia en finanzas empresariales.

Arquitecto Funcional en MS Dynamics NAV y BUSINESS CENTRAL, Consultor de Proyectos con experiencia liderando equipos y proyectos en todas las fases de implementación, certificado como Scrum Master y Cloud Computing, experiencia en finanzas empresaria... Show more

Christian Glaeser: Azure Cloud Architect @ Nordcloud, from Germany

Christian Glaeser: Azure Cloud Architect @ Nordcloud, from Germany Show more

Seasoned Compliance and SecOps Manager with a proven track record of ensuring regulatory adherence and mitigating risks. Markel has worked with hundreds of clients from small businesses up to large Fortune 100 companies in refining their security processes to aid in the defense against threats far and wide.

Seasoned Compliance and SecOps Manager with a proven track record of ensuring regulatory adherence and mitigating risks. Markel has worked with hundreds of clients from small businesses up to large Fortune 100 companies in refining their security pro... Show more

Actually, I'm an Egyptologist and should (probably) be looking for mummies. However, I've preferred to use the last 16 years to find people who are still alive.

I started out as a sourcer in a recruitment consultancy, worked for a long time in tech start-ups and scale-ups both as a hands-on recruiter as well as in leadership roles and founded my own company, The UnleashPeople, together with a business partner at the beginning of 2024.

My focus is on data-driven recruiting processes and strategies, employer branding and a bit of workforce planning. For me, all of this is always under the banner of an excellent candidate experience.

Actually, I'm an Egyptologist and should (probably) be looking for mummies. However, I've preferred to use the last 16 years to find people who are still alive. I started out as a sourcer in a recruitment consultancy, worked for a long time in tec... Show more

Sanket is a working as Sr. DevOps Engineer at Lloyds Banking Group. He is Google Developer Expert in GCP.He has previously worked as a cloud engineer at Searce (GCP Premium Partner) He is Google Cloud Champion Innovator in the category of Modern Architecture with CKA + 3X Certified in GCP and 1X in Azure . He has been helping small and mid sized startups to adopt and implement best practices in cloud and DevOps culture to fasten their software delivery process. He loves to integrate various GCP service like networking, compute, storage , containers, GKE etc, and likes to Implement various use cases. He loves to explore and deep dive into GCP services and also help community by creating content and writing medium blogs.

Sanket is a working as Sr. DevOps Engineer at Lloyds Banking Group. He is Google Developer Expert in GCP.He has previously worked as a cloud engineer at Searce (GCP Premium Partner) He is Google Cloud Champion Innovator in the category of Modern A... Show more

John Bristowe helps engineering teams deliver reliably as a developer advocate at Octopus Deploy. He leads community engagement, creates educational content, and appears regularly on Octopus streams and webinars. Before Octopus, John spent years in developer relations at Microsoft and Telerik/Progress, speaking at industry events and building programs for web and .NET developers. He contributes to Octopus open source, including the Octopus CLI, the Terraform provider for Octopus, and several GitHub Actions that connect build pipelines to deployment workflows. John is based in Robina, Australia, and has been active in the developer community for over two decades.

John Bristowe helps engineering teams deliver reliably as a developer advocate at Octopus Deploy. He leads community engagement, creates educational content, and appears regularly on Octopus streams and webinars. Before Octopus, John spent years in d... Show more

A seasoned Senior Android Engineer. Beyond his hands-on work, Roman is also an active mentor and speaker at Android Academy Global, as well as a published author on ProAndroidDev and Droidcon.

A seasoned Senior Android Engineer. Beyond his hands-on work, Roman is also an active mentor and speaker at Android Academy Global, as well as a published author on ProAndroidDev and Droidcon. Show more

Multi-cloud Certified Network Engineer with extensive working experience in Cisco On-Premise Enterprise Networking and Infrastructure solutions, Rack and Virtual Server Management and Administration, including virtualization technologies like HyperV and RAID. My career objective is to leverage my current certifications to provide On-Prem, Hybrid, Native and Multi Cloud Infrastructure solutions that achieve Well Architected systems across different CSPs.

Multi-cloud Certified Network Engineer with extensive working experience in Cisco On-Premise Enterprise Networking and Infrastructure solutions, Rack and Virtual Server Management and Administration, including virtualization technologies like HyperV ... Show more

Hema Sai Charan Kothamasu (aka hemandroid) is a 🚀 seasoned mobile app developer with 11+ years of experience in Android (Kotlin) and Flutter (Dart).

He is the 👨‍💻 Organizer of Flutter Hyderabad & FlutterFlow Hyderabad Communities, where he empowers developers through technical sessions, mentorship, and hands-on community events.

As a 🎙️ technical speaker at GDG Hyderabad & TFUG AI/ML, he has delivered impactful talks on secure mobile architecture, cross-platform development, and dev tooling at conferences, devfests, and hackathons.

He's also a 📚 technical reviewer for Packt books, ✍️ tech blogger, and a committed mentor across universities and startups.

Hema’s sessions blend deep technical insights with real-world use cases, making him a trusted voice in the global mobile development community.

Hema Sai Charan Kothamasu (aka hemandroid) is a 🚀 seasoned mobile app developer with 11+ years of experience in Android (Kotlin) and Flutter (Dart). He is the 👨‍💻 Organizer of Flutter Hyderabad & FlutterFlow Hyderabad Communities, where he empo... Show more

Passionate about technology and Microsoft Power Platform expert.

3x MCT. This has allowed me during these last years to teach several workshops and technical trainings in the field of Power Platform both nationally and internationally.

Member of the organization team of the Power Platform Valencia community.

Currently I am specialized in project management and large customer accounts, for the implementation of enterprise solutions with Microsoft technologies in NTT Data Europe & Latam.

Passionate about technology and Microsoft Power Platform expert. 3x MCT. This has allowed me during these last years to teach several workshops and technical trainings in the field of Power Platform both nationally and internationally. Member o... Show more

Sven Levels is an expert in all areas of data analysis and visualization. Using Power BI and other tools within the Power Platform, he constructs comprehensive end-to-end solutions for automating business processes.

Sven Levels is an expert in all areas of data analysis and visualization. Using Power BI and other tools within the Power Platform, he constructs comprehensive end-to-end solutions for automating business processes. Show more

Yash is a junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in India and is currently immersed in learning DevOps. He actively contributes to various open-source projects, generously sharing his knowledge to educate others based on his learning experiences.

Yash is a junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in India and is currently immersed in learning DevOps. He actively contributes to various open-source projects, generously sharing his knowledge to educate others based on his learning experiences. Show more

Miroslav Janeski is a technical director at Init Group and is responsible for cloud development based on .NET and Azure technologies. Miroslav is Microsoft MVP for Cloud-Native and .NET. He has over 15 years of experience in software engineering, working on many domestic and international projects in different domains: ed-tech, Industrial IoT, e-government, embedded systems, automotive industry, control systems, banking and finance, IoT, etc. He holds an Engineering Doctorate (EngD) in Software Technology from the Eindhoven University of Technology. His specialties are data-driven applications and cloud computing. He is a husband and a father of two: a former basketball player and a mountain lover.

Miroslav Janeski is a technical director at Init Group and is responsible for cloud development based on .NET and Azure technologies. Miroslav is Microsoft MVP for Cloud-Native and .NET. He has over 15 years of experience in software engineering, wor... Show more

Creating my first database at the age of 15, on a ZX Spectrum :-), and being in the BI/data business professionally as of 1998, I've delivered a lot of succesful solutions in various domains and various technologies, from designing the data lake(house)/data warehouse/database with ETL procedures till building the reporting environment on top of this data warehouse, database or cube.
I've been trained by Ralph Kimball and Dan Linstedt (Certified Data Vault 2.0 Practitioner (CDVP2)). Also had the pleasure of dining with Bill Inmon (yes, I know the reason for the issues with Ralph).
My current focus as a Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert is on creating future proof environments where data lake(house)s can live to their full potential.
I have experience working in multi-cultural environments on geographically distributed locations.
I'm a team player who is capable to coordinate a team to get the right results on time. Not scared of taking initiative I'm very driven to communicate with the customer to find out his or her user requirements.

Creating my first database at the age of 15, on a ZX Spectrum :-), and being in the BI/data business professionally as of 1998, I've delivered a lot of succesful solutions in various domains and various technologies, from designing the data lake(hous... Show more

Cartographer at heart. Map designer by craft. Leader by experience.
With 22 years in the industry, I bridge design and development, turning complexity into clarity. I bring both hands-on expertise and leadership experience—guiding teams, shaping products, and staying endlessly curious along the way.

Cartographer at heart. Map designer by craft. Leader by experience. With 22 years in the industry, I bridge design and development, turning complexity into clarity. I bring both hands-on expertise and leadership experience—guiding teams, shaping pro... Show more

Abdullah fatimah is a passionate technology professional and data enthusiast dedicated to driving innovation and empowering the next generation of women in tech. With experience in data analytics, community engagement, and technology advocacy, she focuses on using data as a tool for problem solving and inclusive growth She has contributed to several technology communities and initiatives, where she mentors and supports young talents, particularly women, to break barriers and embrace opportunities in STEM. Her work bridges the gap between technical expertise and social impact, making her a strong voice for diversity and inclusion in Africa’s growing digital economy.

Abdullah fatimah is a passionate technology professional and data enthusiast dedicated to driving innovation and empowering the next generation of women in tech. With experience in data analytics, community engagement, and technology advocacy, she fo... Show more

I am 41 years old, and during the last 18 years I have participated in different ERP and CRM implementation projects, of the Microsoft Dynamics family. I seek to share knowledge, experiences and success stories with the use of both platforms within organizations, as well as integration models with other systems, facilitating the adoption of users and consultants from the Microsoft Dynamics community.

I am part of the “Poweramicos”, a group of consultants and developers, focused on sharing information about the benefits that Dynamics 365 and the PowerPlatform have for companies and their collaborators.

I am currently an organizer of Impressions 365, an event that is focused on the training, dissemination and adoption of Microsoft Dynamics 365 platforms. In addition, I participate by contributing content to the Dynamics User Groups community in Spanish, I have been a speaker at PowerPlatform World Tour events as well as I have attended events called: Dynamics 365 Saturday's in various venues, which are aimed at being a guide for the effective adoption of Digital Transformation in companies and to share as much information as possible related to this topic.

I am 41 years old, and during the last 18 years I have participated in different ERP and CRM implementation projects, of the Microsoft Dynamics family. I seek to share knowledge, experiences and success stories with the use of both platforms within ... Show more

Andrea is a software engineer with a broad experience in several industries ranging from e-commerce to industrial automation, from public administration to Web TV / music. His interests are in algorithms, data and AI.

Andrea is a software engineer with a broad experience in several industries ranging from e-commerce to industrial automation, from public administration to Web TV / music. His interests are in algorithms, data and AI. Show more

Analytics professional with three years of experience in data-driven storytelling, data science, and business intelligence. Currently pursuing postgraduate studies at IIM Lucknow and holding a Computer Science degree from the University of Delhi. Experienced in working with prominent organizations such as Adobe, Airtel, BharatPe, and Urban Company.

Analytics professional with three years of experience in data-driven storytelling, data science, and business intelligence. Currently pursuing postgraduate studies at IIM Lucknow and holding a Computer Science degree from the University of Delhi. Exp... Show more

Specialized in native Android development, he has spent over a decade building high-quality apps, and in recent years, working extensively with Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modern architectural patterns.
His background spans fintech and media, where he has led the development of reliable, well-architected applications from the ground up, with a strong emphasis on user experience and efficient delivery.
At DNA.inc, he contributes to large-scale streaming service applications for international clients, focusing on architecture and building stable, scalable solutions designed to grow and evolve over time.

Specialized in native Android development, he has spent over a decade building high-quality apps, and in recent years, working extensively with Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modern architectural patterns. His background spans fintech and media, where... Show more

Victor Elite is a forward-thinking and faith-driven technology leader and enthusiast, he is passionate about building impact-driven products and communities with a dedication to driving the development of user-focused tech products.

With 8+ years experience in business, finance, entrepreneurship and technology and a core technical background in web and software development, He has led cross-functional teams and championed solutions and product development across education, e-commerce, nonprofits, insurance and financial technology, helping businesses and brands be more efficient through digital media and technology.

He brings a unique balance of business and technical thinking with a vast experience in Information Technology, Digital Media and Entrepreneurship.

He currently leads the product development effort at Mealfed, a food, grocery and medicine delivery platform for underserved communities and also contributing to the development of multiple software products at Enforca, an AI powered job processing platform.

As a community builder, he co-manages the Product Dive, CMX Connect and Contech Africa communities ultimately contributing to the growth of the tech ecosystem.

Victor Elite is a forward-thinking and faith-driven technology leader and enthusiast, he is passionate about building impact-driven products and communities with a dedication to driving the development of user-focused tech products. With 8+ years ... Show more

I am seasoned Product Manager with over 5 years of experience building and scaling fintech products tailored to India’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. At the forefront of user-first innovation in broking and payment platforms, I have designed solutions that balance regulatory compliance, scale, and customer delight.
An engineer and MBA by education, I try to bring structured problem-solving and business acumen to every product I build. When I am not building products or improving them, I spend my time traveling, writing, and reading about anything and everything under the sun.

I am seasoned Product Manager with over 5 years of experience building and scaling fintech products tailored to India’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. At the forefront of user-first innovation in broking and payment platforms, I have designed so... Show more

Connie is a software architect who is passionate about Angular, NestJS, AI, Web AI, and building stuff with JS frameworks. She loves coding with Angular and NestJS, and blogging about these topics to share knowledge with members in the communities. She also demos Web AI technology on her YouTube channel, allowing web developers to integrate AI into their web applications. Her hobbies are blogging, running, language learning, and attending conferences to meet new friends. She hopes to be able to present at meetups and conferences in Spanish, Mandarin, and other foreign languages fluently one day.

Connie is a software architect who is passionate about Angular, NestJS, AI, Web AI, and building stuff with JS frameworks. She loves coding with Angular and NestJS, and blogging about these topics to share knowledge with members in the communities. S... Show more

Chris Scorer
BA, MA, PGCE, CELTA, FCCT

Education Director - Koru Education

Chris is a teacher, a writer and a speaker and his specialism is how to use school data for pupils and not compliance. Chris has taught for over 20 years and he has had several international leadership roles in that time. As a consultant Chris has worked closely with most of the major global school groups, including Nord Anglia, English Schools Foundation, Wellington, ISP and Yew Chung Yew Wah Group. Chris has been a regular speaker for the Festival of Education, FOBISIA, COBIS and the Cambridge Schools Conference and he has spoken about data, literacy, SEND and AI. Chris is a Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching and also sits on their editorial panel for Impact Magazine. Chris is a husband to his amazing wife, dad to two amazing children and one amazing (and enormous) dog called Lily. Chris has left the corporate world to pursue something purely focused on education and development rather than a specific product. He was the founder of and now heads up Koru Education as Global Education Director. Koru Education is a team of global experts helping schools grow and they have expertise in school data, coaching and professional development, literacy and wellbeing.

Chris Scorer BA, MA, PGCE, CELTA, FCCT Education Director - Koru Education Chris is a teacher, a writer and a speaker and his specialism is how to use school data for pupils and not compliance. Chris has taught for over 20 years and he has had... Show more

JB is a military veteran who started his career as a freelance UI/UX professional while in service and now is a Software Engineer helping to make the healthcare experience better for everyone. He is also a former New Yorker turned into a Nebraskan, who has a passion to serve people and nerd out about all things tech.

JB is a military veteran who started his career as a freelance UI/UX professional while in service and now is a Software Engineer helping to make the healthcare experience better for everyone. He is also a former New Yorker turned into a Nebraskan, w... Show more