25+ years if experience as an IT Systems Engineer.
I lectured in various conferences in Israel and abroad.

Bootstrapped my career as a systems administrator in a small StartUp, and a few years later learned about my passion to learn & teach ;) ,
My Day job was running production for a small ISP running various sub-systems, which quickly grew in demand, my journey continued when I joined Tikal ~16 years ago as a Configuration Manager and grew from there into the DevOps field.

I'm not the traditional geek 😉 I am very passionate about what I do ♾️.
HagZag

25+ years if experience as an IT Systems Engineer. I lectured in various conferences in Israel and abroad. Bootstrapped my career as a systems administrator in a small StartUp, and a few years later learned about my passion to learn & teach ;) , ... Show more

I work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and real-world deployment, with a particular focus on autonomous drone systems.

I am an Associate Professor at the University of the Basque Country and a member of the Computational Intelligence Group, with more than 20 years of experience in research and applied projects. My expertise includes:
- Autonomous UAV navigation and control
- Machine learning (deep learning, LLMs, computer vision)
- Multi-agent systems and dynamics

Alongside my academic work, I collaborate with companies, investors, and institutions to evaluate and implement AI-driven systems in real-world environments. I regularly support:
- Technical due diligence for VCs and investors
- Feasibility assessments of AI and robotics systems
- Evaluation of drone and autonomous technologies under real-world constraints (regulation, military sector, scalability, operations)

I have contributed to the digitalization and automation of multiple companies, and I have advised startups in artificial intelligence and robotics. In parallel, I serve as an expert for the European Commission in areas related to AI ethics and digital education, contributing to initiatives on safety and security in digital learning environments.

I work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and real-world deployment, with a particular focus on autonomous drone systems. I am an Associate Professor at the University of the Basque Country and a member of the Computational... Show more

Mauricio Licul (1979) is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the technology company Quirk d.o.o. based in Pula, and the Head of Research and Development (R&D) at Novatec New Technologies headquartered in Labin, Croatia.
Licul has deep engineering, political, and data-science experience, uniquely combining artificial intelligence (AI), natural language processing (NLP), and media analytics. As a former political figure and prominent candidate for mayor of Pula, he possesses an intuitive, firsthand understanding of public communication, public sentiment, and media dynamics. By merging this practical political background with cutting-edge data technologies, he has specialized in extracting actionable insights and deep strategic metrics from vast streams of media data and public text.
He is the founder of DataFlip, an innovative venture focused on high-level NLP solutions. Licul has publicly presented the capabilities of his proprietary technology at major ICT events, such as the regional Let's Grow! conference in Pula, where he delivered a breakthrough session titled "How to recognize emotions in 10 TB of text" . Within DataFlip, Licul spearheaded the development of proprietary, in-house artificial intelligence models that combine machine learning, deep learning, and semantic analysis to detect and classify highly subtle emotional structures within massive, large-scale textual datasets.

Expanding on this foundation, Licul and his team at Quirk are currently developing even more advanced, next-generation models for semantic analysis, deep emotional interpretation, and complex text classification. A key competitive advantage and core differentiator of Quirk's models compared to foreign or mainstream big-tech solutions is their total infrastructure autonomy. By constructing the entire text-mining and semantic architecture completely from scratch without relying on external, third-party APIs, their models eliminate data-leakage risks, ensure total data privacy, and deliver significantly higher contextual accuracy tailored to regional linguistic nuances, complex idioms, and specific text data streams.
In his role at Novatec New Technologies, Licul oversees innovation and advanced technical ventures. Notably, he successfully led the IRI2 project "MUNIVO"—an innovative, low-floor electric vehicle developed in tight cooperation with the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture (FSB) and the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing (FER) in Zagreb, resulting in two fully functional prototypes. His broad knowledge base spans industrial automation, software development, deep learning, semantic text analysis, predictive analytics, and smart urban mobility.

Licul graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering from the prestigious University of Padua (Università degli Studi di Padova) in Italy and earned his PhD (Doctorate) from the University of Trieste. He remains a prominent thought leader and speaker in the regional and national tech ecosystem, frequently participating in panels and lecturing on AI regulations, machine learning, and advanced data architecture.

Mauricio Licul (1979) is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the technology company Quirk d.o.o. based in Pula, and the Head of Research and Development (R&D) at Novatec New Technologies headquartered in Labin, Croatia. Licul has deep engineering, ... Show more

J. Michael Robison is a senior real estate executive, entrepreneur, and civic leader with decades of experience building and guiding large-scale operating companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on structure, accountability, and long-term performance. He serves as Managing Partner of Robison Real Estate Holdings, LLC, and is the Founder, Chairman, and retired Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. He is also the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ackceptional.com, continuing his involvement in service-focused business initiatives.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Finance from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His academic background provided a strong foundation in business operations and financial decision-making. Just as important, his education connected him to Atlanta’s business and civic ecosystem, where he later built companies and served in leadership roles across multiple institutions.

The most significant chapter of Michael Robison's professional career is his role as Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. Under his leadership, Lanier Parking Holdings grew into a central parking management and transportation services company operating across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The organization expanded steadily by emphasizing operational consistency, service quality, and scalable systems.

During his tenure, Lanier expanded into a central parking management platform operating more than 400 properties in 50 cities across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company oversaw approximately $15 billion in assets under management and generated about $140 million in annual management fee income. At the time of his retirement as CEO, the company managed more than 400 properties across 50 cities. It reached approximately $15 billion in assets under management while generating roughly $140 million in annual management fee income.

Mr. Robison’s leadership period was marked by sustained growth and the professionalization of parking management as a service industry. Lanier Parking Holdings received recognition for its operating performance, including inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Companies. Georgia Trend Magazine recognized the company as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution recognized it as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies and one of the top 100 Private Companies.

Following his retirement as Chief Executive Officer, he continued to serve as Chairman of Lanier Parking Holdings, focusing on governance, executive mentorship, and long-term strategy. Alongside his business leadership, J. Michael Robison has remained active in civic leadership, serving as a chairman with the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Transit Subcommittee, the Metro Chamber Commuter Rail Task Force, the Georgia Gaming Research Alliance, and Atlanta Streetcar, Inc.

J. Michael Robison is a senior real estate executive, entrepreneur, and civic leader with decades of experience building and guiding large-scale operating companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on structure, accountability, and long-term p... Show more

Elmar Seestädt is an interim manager and executive consultant for transformation, turnaround and enablement, based in the Hamburg metropolitan region. With more than two decades in IT, consulting and highly regulated environments, he takes on leadership for a defined time — in digital and agile transformation, in restructuring critical programmes, and in building organisations that can act. His conviction: capability emerges not from more power, but from reliability, transparency and asking the right questions. He is a lecturer in agile working at HSBA Hamburg and Principal at Acent AG.

Elmar Seestädt is an interim manager and executive consultant for transformation, turnaround and enablement, based in the Hamburg metropolitan region. With more than two decades in IT, consulting and highly regulated environments, he takes on leaders... 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

David Hayden is a Principal Engineer at TrueLayer. He works across the engineering organisation, contributing to areas such as architecture, observability, messaging, and customer-facing integrations. His focus is on cross-cutting concerns and close collaboration with product and commercial teams.

David Hayden is a Principal Engineer at TrueLayer. He works across the engineering organisation, contributing to areas such as architecture, observability, messaging, and customer-facing integrations. His focus is on cross-cutting concerns and close ... Show more

Brian T. O'Neill is founder and principal of Designing for Analytics, an independent consultancy helping B2B analytics and AI companies build data products that sell themselves. For over 20 years, he has worked with companies like DellEMC, Tripadvisor, Fidelity, JP Morgan Chase and has helped accelerate growth at several startups including Apptopia, SenseStreet, and Dispatch.me. Brian has also spoken internationally, giving talks at Chief Data Officer IQ Symposium, UXPA Boston, Big Data EU Conference, the International Institute for Analytics Symposium, and Predictive Analytics World. Brian also hosts a podcast in the top 2% of all shows in the world called Experiencing Data that helps founders and B2B software product leaders translate analytical complexity into commercial clarity. Outside consulting, Brian is also a professional percussionist and has performed with artists including The Who and Donna Summer and at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center. Get his weekly insights in your inbox at https://designingforanalytics.com/list.

Brian T. O'Neill is founder and principal of Designing for Analytics, an independent consultancy helping B2B analytics and AI companies build data products that sell themselves. For over 20 years, he has worked with companies like DellEMC, Tripadviso... Show more

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 16 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. With a strong track record of architecting scalable and efficient systems, Satej has successfully delivered data-driven and ML applied solutions. He's also an author of two programming books named "Building Secure PHP Applications" and "PHP 8 Basics: For Programming and Web Development" with Apress / Springer publications with another one in pipeline.

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 16 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. ... Show more

Devakinandan Panda is a Staff II Software Engineer at Coupang's Operations Technology organization, with over 15 years designing and leading large-scale distributed systems across e-commerce, logistics, and gaming at Amazon, Roblox, and Coupang.

At Amazon he was the founding engineer of the automated Delivery Routing and Assignment platform, whose routing and assignment algorithm was deployed across all Amazon Grocery and Amazon Fresh delivery stations and later adopted for Quick Commerce ultra-fast delivery. He also led Amazon's company-wide migration to NoSQL databases. At Roblox he led the Avatars Platform, migrating 30 billion records live to CockroachDB with zero major incidents. At Coupang he architects an end-to-end logistics simulation digital twin and led organization-wide adoption of generative AI and LLM tooling, scaling from 5% to 100% of the engineering organization in under a quarter.

He is an IEEE and ACM member, was named IAOTP Top Engineer of the Year in Software Development in 2025, and speaks on distributed systems, routing and dispatch optimization, applied AI for logistics, and measuring engineering velocity with DORA metrics.

Devakinandan Panda is a Staff II Software Engineer at Coupang's Operations Technology organization, with over 15 years designing and leading large-scale distributed systems across e-commerce, logistics, and gaming at Amazon, Roblox, and Coupang. A... Show more

Andy is a Staff Engineer helping modernise the platform at Evri – one of the UK's biggest parcel delivery companies.

He's spent twenty years building and shipping software – across insurance, HealthTech, housing, retail, and now logistics.

His goal: make delivery predictable and close the gap between engineering and product.

When he's not doing that, you'll find Andy racing a yacht around the Cornish coast. Sometimes he even wins.

Andy is a Staff Engineer helping modernise the platform at Evri – one of the UK's biggest parcel delivery companies. He's spent twenty years building and shipping software – across insurance, HealthTech, housing, retail, and now logistics. His ... Show more

Hello, I'm Joshua Kwadwo Kyere, a cybersecurity analyst with a focus on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), as well as training and education. In addition to my cybersecurity work, I also serve as a radio broadcaster, where I engage with audiences on various topics. Currently, I'm pursuing a master's degree in computer science, which further enhances my understanding of the digital landscape.

I have a keen interest in exploring the vital role that media plays in fostering a safe and conducive digital ecosystem. I believe that effective communication and education through media can significantly contribute to raising awareness about cybersecurity issues and promoting best practices among individuals and organizations. By leveraging my skills in both cybersecurity and media, I aim to bridge the gap between technical knowledge and public understanding, ultimately helping to create a more secure digital environment for everyone.

Hello, I'm Joshua Kwadwo Kyere, a cybersecurity analyst with a focus on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), as well as training and education. In addition to my cybersecurity work, I also serve as a radio broadcaster, where I engage with audience... Show more

I'm a Forward Deployed Engineer and App Engineer working at the intersection of frontend web and iOS development — from self-hosted infrastructure to native Apple ecosystem apps spanning SwiftUI, CarPlay, and PassKit.

As a Cursor Ambassador, I'm deeply embedded in the AI-native development community. I co-organize Café Cursor events in both Kassel and Frankfurt, where developers come together to explore how AI-assisted coding tools are reshaping software engineering. I've led live tool comparisons (Claude Code vs. Cursor vs. ChatGPT), co-presented sessions like "Cursor 101," and stay active in the KI Hub Kassel and AI Connect communities.

As a speaker, I've presented at events including the Claude Code Creator Community Meetup, KI Hub Kassel, and codecentric Frankfurt, sharing practical insights on AI-native iOS development and multi-agent workflows. I'm currently preparing to co-present a CarPlay development workshop at the Arctic Conference 2027 in Finland.
Beyond my consulting work, I'm an independent iOS developer with a portfolio of self-built apps including FuelNow (fuel price comparison with CarPlay support), Chargeasmile (EV charging), and the open-source Swift package PassForge reflecting my hands-on, builder-first approach to engineering.

I'm a Forward Deployed Engineer and App Engineer working at the intersection of frontend web and iOS development — from self-hosted infrastructure to native Apple ecosystem apps spanning SwiftUI, CarPlay, and PassKit. As a Cursor Ambassador, I'm d... Show more

Daniel Blümlein ist Gründer und Geschäftsführer der Blümlein AI & Automation GmbH – einer auf den
deutschsprachigen Mittelstand spezialisierten KI- und Automatisierungsberatung mit Sitz in Würzburg.

Als „KI-Sherpa" begleitet er mittelständische Industrieunternehmen auf dem Weg von der ersten
KI-Idee bis zur messbaren Wirkung. Mit aktuell ~20 aktiven Mandaten und einem Team von 10
Personen hat Blümlein AI bereits dutzende KI-Projekte in produzierenden Unternehmen, Logistik
und Maschinenbau erfolgreich umgesetzt – von RAG-Chatbots über Microsoft Copilot-Rollouts bis
hin zu vollständig automatisierten Workflows via Power Automate und Copilot Studio.

Sein KI-Sherpa®-Programm ist eine erprobte 4-Phasen-Methodik (Orientierung → Werkzeuge →
Anwendung → Wirkung), die Mitarbeiter zu eigenständigen KI-Anwendern macht – ohne
Beraterabhängigkeit, ohne Buzzwords, mit messbarem ROI.

Referenzkunden aus dem DACH-Mittelstand umfassen Unternehmen wie Leonhard Weiss, Arnold,
Bauck GmbH und weitere Hidden Champions aus Industrie und Logistik. Daniel spricht auf Bühnen
über KI-Einführung im Mittelstand, Change Management beim KI-Rollout und den pragmatischen
Einsatz von Microsoft 365 Copilot, Power Platform und generativer KI im Unternehmensalltag.

Daniel Blümlein ist Gründer und Geschäftsführer der Blümlein AI & Automation GmbH – einer auf den deutschsprachigen Mittelstand spezialisierten KI- und Automatisierungsberatung mit Sitz in Würzburg. Als „KI-Sherpa" begleitet er mittelständische ... Show more

K Yuvraj is an Aerospace Security Researcher, speaker, and Computer Engineering student whose work focuses on satellite security, aviation cybersecurity, Software Defined Radio (SDR), and autonomous aerospace systems. He is currently an Intern at DRDO, Ministry of Defence, India, and has previously worked with IG Drones and AmynaSec Research Labs.

Yuvraj actively researches vulnerabilities and security challenges in modern aerospace infrastructure, with a particular interest in satellites, aircraft, RF communications, and defense technologies. He has presented at security conferences including BSides Ahmedabad, BSides Vizag, and Seasides Goa, where he shares practical insights on cybersecurity and aerospace security research.

His mission is to bridge the gap between cybersecurity and aerospace by making security research more accessible to students, researchers, and industry professionals.

K Yuvraj is an Aerospace Security Researcher, speaker, and Computer Engineering student whose work focuses on satellite security, aviation cybersecurity, Software Defined Radio (SDR), and autonomous aerospace systems. He is currently an Intern at DRD... Show more

I’m a passionate Developer and Cloud Solution Architect at 4Dotnet, with over a decade of experience building scalable, maintainable, and cloud-native solutions using .NET and Microsoft Azure. My focus lies in designing robust event-driven architectures, implementing microservices, and advocating for clean code and DevOps best practices.

I’m a passionate Developer and Cloud Solution Architect at 4Dotnet, with over a decade of experience building scalable, maintainable, and cloud-native solutions using .NET and Microsoft Azure. My focus lies in designing robust event-driven architectu... Show more

A seasoned, hands-on engineering leader. Currently building agentic AI systems for wealth management. Loves agents that browse the open web. Worked on AI systems in healthcare, medical devices and electric cars in past lives.

A seasoned, hands-on engineering leader. Currently building agentic AI systems for wealth management. Loves agents that browse the open web. Worked on AI systems in healthcare, medical devices and electric cars in past lives. Show more

I am a 22 year old, Founder and a lead developer along with my own courses and I have trained more than 14k+ students by far whereas providing freelancing services to organizations of security as specialist and also I am building my own company which is about to launch soon in the coming time. Also I have published an ebook as well. And I have been approached for training sessions as well in where I have trained students of more than 6 to 7 colleges students offline and have also been a guest speaker and a speaker at sessions online too.

I am a 22 year old, Founder and a lead developer along with my own courses and I have trained more than 14k+ students by far whereas providing freelancing services to organizations of security as specialist and also I am building my own company which... Show more

Minh is all over the map, lavishing attention on everything from taquerías in California to cornfields in Ohio to alleys in Vietnam. He organizes the mapping community in San José, advises OpenHistoricalMap, and supports core OpenStreetMap software development.

Minh is all over the map, lavishing attention on everything from taquerías in California to cornfields in Ohio to alleys in Vietnam. He organizes the mapping community in San José, advises OpenHistoricalMap, and supports core OpenStreetMap software d... Show more

Jenn Claridge is a Microsoft MVP and trusted advisor in Business Central, specializing in manufacturing and service-focused organizations. She helps small and mid-sized businesses translate ERP strategy into practical, real-world execution.

With deep hands-on experience across sales, warehousing, projects, manufacturing, and service management, Jenn is known for making complex systems approachable and actionable. Her work focuses on operational maturity, adoption, and enabling organizations to move beyond simply using Business Central to creating measurable business value with it.

Jenn is recognized for her practical speaking style and her ability to connect leadership strategy with day-to-day execution, ensuring technology investments support long-term growth and confident decision-making.

In her spare time she rescues cats and sharing her knowledge via jennclaridge.com.

Jenn Claridge is a Microsoft MVP and trusted advisor in Business Central, specializing in manufacturing and service-focused organizations. She helps small and mid-sized businesses translate ERP strategy into practical, real-world execution. With d... Show more

Nils Hyoma is a business informatics post-graduate from Hamburg University, a professional agile coach, and a passionate amateur water polo player. Nils studied Japanese studies, international business studies, and business informatics in Hiroshima and Hamburg. Many years as an active developer, he learned the basics of agile software development. After working in online retail / eCommerce and in IT consulting, he is now part of the coaching team at MHP - A Porsche Company since 2024. Nils supports and coaches both local and distributed, international teams and projects. Nils has been active in team sports since childhood. It also reflected team spirit in his professional life: As a coach, he forms well-established units out of developers and analysts, who can then independently develop products. The guiding principle is always the focus on customer satisfaction.

Nils Hyoma is a business informatics post-graduate from Hamburg University, a professional agile coach, and a passionate amateur water polo player. Nils studied Japanese studies, international business studies, and business informatics in Hiroshima a... Show more

Passionate about science since childhood, I studied Mathematics at the University of Santiago de Compostela, I completed these studies with a Master in Statistics and Operational Research. The latter allowed me to enter the world of AI and ML, fields in which I am currently working as AI Team Lead @MDW.

Passionate about science since childhood, I studied Mathematics at the University of Santiago de Compostela, I completed these studies with a Master in Statistics and Operational Research. The latter allowed me to enter the world of AI and ML, fields... Show more

Timothy Harmon is a Lead Enterprise Architect and cybersecurity professional (CISSP) with a Master of Advanced Studies from UC San Diego (conferred June 2025). He is the creator of Project Apex — a real-time, physics-based telemetry validation system built for Formula 1's 2026 cyber-physical environment — which detects anomalous vehicle behavior that standard sensor monitoring misses.

A Cisco Insider Champion for over nine years and a credentialed motorsport official through Motorsport UK, BMMC, SMMC, and SCCA San Diego, Timothy bridges operational technology security with high-performance racing environments. As a member of the BSides San Diego core planning team, he is an active contributor to the local cybersecurity community.

Timothy Harmon is a Lead Enterprise Architect and cybersecurity professional (CISSP) with a Master of Advanced Studies from UC San Diego (conferred June 2025). He is the creator of Project Apex — a real-time, physics-based telemetry validation system... Show more

Fabrizio is the founder and Managing Partner of M-HUB, an international boutique consulting firm specializing in growth and scaling for global organizations.

With over 23 years of experience at the helm of international management consulting, he has led some of the most ambitious transformations on the global stage, generating measurable value for organizations operating on an international scale in the energy, transportation, telecommunications, manufacturing, and public sectors.
Before founding M-HUB, he held senior leadership roles at Arthur D. Little, BearingPoint, and Capgemini Invent, serving as Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, and Head of Intelligent Industry, building a reputation as a growth architect for complex organizations seeking to scale in a structured and sustainable manner.

His approach combines strategic rigor with executive capability: he knows how to identify where an organization’s hidden value lies, how to unlock it, and how to create the conditions so that growth is not a one-off event, but a system. He has worked with the leadership of some of the world’s largest industrial and service companies, delivering concrete results in highly complex, high-stakes environments.

With M-HUB, he has translated this experience into a model focused on one thing: helping organizations truly grow and scale intelligently.

Fabrizio is the founder and Managing Partner of M-HUB, an international boutique consulting firm specializing in growth and scaling for global organizations. With over 23 years of experience at the helm of international management consulting, he h... Show more

Rajesh worked as data architect, data modeler and data analyst at global firms working on technical projects that generated huge revenue. He holds master's in computer science and bachelor's in electrical and electronics engineering.

Rajesh worked as data architect, data modeler and data analyst at global firms working on technical projects that generated huge revenue. He holds master's in computer science and bachelor's in electrical and electronics engineering. Show more

Salomon Murciano is a Venezuelan-born professional who has established a steady presence in the global apparel and off-price distribution industry. His work centers on connecting international supply with retail demand through practical, reliable methods. He focuses on ensuring that branded merchandise moves efficiently across markets while maintaining strong relationships with partners. His approach reflects consistency, discipline, and a commitment to building long-term value through careful execution and trust.

Salomon began his path in Caracas, where he developed an early curiosity about trade and the movement of goods. He took initial steps by sourcing inventory from China, gaining firsthand exposure to manufacturing systems and supplier relationships. This experience provided him with a clear understanding of how global sourcing operates in real conditions. Over time, he used this knowledge to create a structured approach that supports scalable growth while remaining grounded in practical experience.

Salomon Murciano recognized an opportunity within the off-price market as he gained more insight into supply chain inefficiencies. He observed that excess inventory from brands often remained underutilized, while retailers continued to look for affordable, branded products. By sourcing closeout merchandise and placing it into established retail channels, he was able to address this imbalance. This shift allowed him to expand his operations steadily while strengthening connections with both suppliers and buyers.

Salomon has developed a reputation as a dependable distributor who values clarity and consistency in his work. He has worked with major off-price retailers, helping them access quality merchandise at competitive prices. His understanding of demand cycles allows him to align supply with market needs effectively. He focuses on meeting client expectations while maintaining strong communication, which has helped him build long-term relationships based on reliability and mutual trust.

Murciano operates across key global regions, including Asia, the United States, and Latin America, managing complex logistics and large-scale inventory movement. He remains actively involved in the operational side of the business, including evaluating inventory opportunities, negotiating deals, and overseeing delivery timelines. This hands-on approach keeps him informed and enables him to respond quickly to changing market conditions, ensuring consistent execution across regions.

Salomon Murciano has also expanded his work into real estate, focusing on low-income multifamily housing where he sees long-term value. He applies the same practical mindset used in his distribution work, identifying opportunities that offer stability and meaningful impact. In addition to his business efforts, he contributes to charitable initiatives, including supporting schools, helping fund tuition for children in need, and donating to food programs serving underserved communities.

Salomon Murciano is a Venezuelan-born professional who has established a steady presence in the global apparel and off-price distribution industry. His work centers on connecting international supply with retail demand through practical, reliable met... Show more

Chirag Patel (CP) is Head of Europe – AI & Digital Transformation at Hidden Brains, a global technology consulting firm, based in Munich, Germany. A Stevie® Award-winning technology leader, he leads Hidden Brains' European operations, working with enterprises across the DACH region, BENELUX, and the Nordics.

Chirag partners with mid-market and enterprise organizations across manufacturing, logistics, retail, life sciences, and professional services to design and implement practical AI adoption strategies and digital transformation roadmaps. His work focuses on helping organizations move from AI experimentation to production-ready execution — delivering measurable operational and strategic outcomes.

His approach emphasizes pragmatic implementation over experimentation for its own sake. By aligning leadership objectives, technology platforms, and operational workflows, he helps organizations implement digital initiatives that improve efficiency, enable innovation, and strengthen long-term competitive positioning.

Chirag has contributed to digital transformation initiatives connected to global and European enterprises including OMV (Austria), Novartis (Switzerland), Sandoz (Switzerland), DHL (global), EDEKA (Germany), NORMA GROUP (Germany), and EMONS (Netherlands).

He represented Hidden Brains at the Stevie Awards ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal — one of the world's premier business award programmes recognizing excellence in technology and innovation.

🏆 Stevie® Award Winner — Technology Excellence
📍 Munich, Germany | DACH · BENELUX · Nordics
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Chirag Patel (CP) is Head of Europe – AI & Digital Transformation at Hidden Brains, a global technology consulting firm, based in Munich, Germany. A Stevie® Award-winning technology leader, he leads Hidden Brains' European operations, working with en... Show more

Michel is a technical agile coach focusing on XP practices.

He has been programming since the age of 12 on strange machines like the TI 99-4A, the Atari 2600, Mac128, HP28, Apple II, Siemens PLC's, using languages like Basic, Pascal, C, HyperTalk, Assembler, ... along the way.

His professional experiences include collaborating on applications for logistics, retail, media, government, chemical plants, telecom, HR, insurance, ... in several technology stacks.

Michel is a technical agile coach focusing on XP practices. He has been programming since the age of 12 on strange machines like the TI 99-4A, the Atari 2600, Mac128, HP28, Apple II, Siemens PLC's, using languages like Basic, Pascal, C, HyperTalk,... Show more

Godfrey Nolan is founder and president of RIIS LLC a mobile development firm in the Detroit Metro area. He is also author of Agile Swift (Apress), Agile Android (Apress), Bulletproof Android (Pearson), Android Best Practices (Apress), Decompiling Java (Apress) and Decompiling Android (Apress).

Godfrey Nolan is founder and president of RIIS LLC a mobile development firm in the Detroit Metro area. He is also author of Agile Swift (Apress), Agile Android (Apress), Bulletproof Android (Pearson), Android Best Practices (Apress), Decompiling Jav... Show more

Mark Hamblin is passionate about Dynamics 365 Business Central for manufacturing and distribution and has a deep technical knowledge of the platform.

Mark Hamblin is passionate about Dynamics 365 Business Central for manufacturing and distribution and has a deep technical knowledge of the platform. Show more