Simon, a tech leader, co-founded SQLAngeles on SQLPass.org. A sought-after speaker, he presented at SQL Saturday and SQL Pass Summit 2019. With a gaming industry background managing hundreds of SQL servers, he achieved a world record for concurrent users. At VISA Inc., he ensured security and scalability for thousands of SQL servers. Now AVP of DevOps and DBA at Nowcom LLC, he drives innovation and automation in CI/CD processes.

Simon, a tech leader, co-founded SQLAngeles on SQLPass.org. A sought-after speaker, he presented at SQL Saturday and SQL Pass Summit 2019. With a gaming industry background managing hundreds of SQL servers, he achieved a world record for concurrent u... Show more

Michael is a technical executive helping enterprises and public sector agencies leverage conversational AI and Web3 solutions to make better business decisions, drive AI value chain growth, and increase operational efficiency.

A Senior Responsible AI Advisor for LFAI & Data Foundation Trustmark Initiative. He co-wrote an edX course chapter on "Ethical Considerations for Conversational AI".

He contributes to the 2024 NIST AI Safety Institute and participated in developing the 2023 NIST Generative AI guidelines. He provided conversational AI responses to EU GDPR Virtual Voice Assistants RFI's. As a member of ACT-ACT Emerging Technology Center of Excellence, he authored sections of Safety, Privacy, Security in an AI-Enabled World whitepaper, and response to NIST Artificial Intelligence and User Trust (NISTIR 8332).

A member of the Government Blockchain Association, he has taught sections on Web3, blockchain, NFT's, and cryptocurrency to university business students.

Michael is a technical executive helping enterprises and public sector agencies leverage conversational AI and Web3 solutions to make better business decisions, drive AI value chain growth, and increase operational efficiency. A Senior Responsibl... Show more

Program manager on-premises data gateway.

Program manager on-premises data gateway. Show more

Shanti Greene is the leader of Data Science and AI Innovation at Answer Rocket.. A passionate technologist, over the past 2 decades he has helped countless organizations transform their disorganized data into valuable business insights. His teams have utilized leading-edge technologies (large language models, computer vision, neural network-based forecasting) to improve business outcomes. Shanti’s expertise extends to cloud and data engineering, having architected the data ingestion, storage, and retrieval for a fully containerized, poly-cloud capable, near real-time analytics platform. In addition to his consulting role, Shanti is a professor at the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, where he teaches graduate-level analytics.

Shanti Greene is the leader of Data Science and AI Innovation at Answer Rocket.. A passionate technologist, over the past 2 decades he has helped countless organizations transform their disorganized data into valuable business insights. His teams ha... Show more

Bhanu Kolli is a Principal Software Engineer and Cloud Architect with over 14 years of experience transforming cloud operations at scale. Currently at Aktana Inc, he has spearheaded full-stack AWS migrations, achieved a 93% reduction in unused cloud resources saving $200K annually, and led globally distributed DevOps teams to 90% on-time delivery rates.
His expertise spans the complete DevOps ecosystem, from architecting CI/CD pipelines that reduce onboarding time from days to minutes, to implementing AI-powered observability solutions that improve incident detection by 60%. At StubHub, he designed multi-cloud environments maintaining 99.99% uptime while reducing deployment time by 70% and increasing release velocity by 300%.
Bhanu specializes in AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, and infrastructure automation using Terraform and Ansible. He's passionate about integrating AI and machine learning into DevOps practices to create self-healing, predictive systems that transform reactive operations into proactive, intelligent platforms. His work directly impacts business outcomes through improved reliability, reduced costs, and accelerated innovation cycles.
Based in San Francisco, Bhanu mentors teams on modern DevOps practices including GitOps, security automation, and observability-driven development, helping organizations achieve operational excellence at enterprise scale.

Bhanu Kolli is a Principal Software Engineer and Cloud Architect with over 14 years of experience transforming cloud operations at scale. Currently at Aktana Inc, he has spearheaded full-stack AWS migrations, achieved a 93% reduction in unused cloud ... Show more

Founding partner and CEO of Dhemax since 2005. He has over 18 years of experience in energy management and over 12 years of experience in electromobility. With his team, he has been involved in emblematic electromobility projects in Chile, contributed to various aspects of Chilean electromobility regulation and, most recently, has worked in Latin American regulatory and technical aspects of electromobility. He has led and participated in the installation and rollout of over 500 heavy fleet chargers, the introduction of more than 1.500 electric buses in public transportation, new charging technologies, V2G tests and definition of public policies and regulations to guarantee an organic and interoperable development of electromobility. He was advisor of senator Antonio Horvath and is also head of technical, president of the Chilean Electromobility Association (AVEC) and president of the Latinamerican Sustainable Mobility Association (ALAMOS). He also supports the operations of CharIn in Chile, as ambassador of CharIn for this country. Andres is electronic engineer of Santa Maria University, one of the most prestigious institutions in Latin America.

Founding partner and CEO of Dhemax since 2005. He has over 18 years of experience in energy management and over 12 years of experience in electromobility. With his team, he has been involved in emblematic electromobility projects in Chile, contribute... Show more

Me gusta participar de las plataformas que utilizan la tecnología más innovadora posible y entender cómo la tecnología resuelve las necesidades de negocio. Mi experiencia está en arquitecturas de nube híbrida y herramientas de infraestructura como código.

Me gusta participar de las plataformas que utilizan la tecnología más innovadora posible y entender cómo la tecnología resuelve las necesidades de negocio. Mi experiencia está en arquitecturas de nube híbrida y herramientas de infraestructura como có... Show more

Frans Gemen CCO at idyn Netherlands

With over 15 years at the helm of idyn, Frans is also the founder of OMA (Object Manager Advanced). His background in logistics, IT and the merchant navy, along with his previous role as CEO of a successful VAR, gives him a unique perspective on improving ERP processes. Frans is passionate about building tools that make Business Central work better, for partners and customers.

Frans Gemen CCO at idyn Netherlands With over 15 years at the helm of idyn, Frans is also the founder of OMA (Object Manager Advanced). His background in logistics, IT and the merchant navy, along with his previous role as CEO of a successful VAR... Show more

Leading agile and classic projects

Leading agile and classic projects Show more

I'm a DevOps & Cloud Native engineer who is passionate about learning and sharing knowledge on Cloud Native Technologies. Spent 4 years 🌟 developing the skills to increase velocity, reliability, and quality with a high focus on security to help startups and enterprise businesses to become successful. Deep experience with EKS, AKS, GKE, Docker, Kubernetes, Service Meshes, Git-Ops and Open-stack, helping organizations instill DevOps for the modern age. I’m passionate about making open-source more accessible, creating technology to elevate people, and building communities. I’m also a Community Ambassador at Layer5/Cloud Native Islamabad & Cloud Native Expert at Ortelius Open Source Community.

I'm a DevOps & Cloud Native engineer who is passionate about learning and sharing knowledge on Cloud Native Technologies. Spent 4 years 🌟 developing the skills to increase velocity, reliability, and quality with a high focus on security to help star... Show more

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Karthik Nakkeeran is a seasoned Senior Data Scientist with over 15 years of expertise in statistics, analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, generative AI, and big data solutions. He is currently driving innovation at Abbott, where he works on advanced bio-wearable technologies such as continuous glucose monitoring systems and AI-powered health solutions.
Throughout his career, Karthik has held progressive roles at SAS Institute Inc., Accenture, and now Abbott, where he has spearheaded high-impact projects in predictive modeling, computer vision, demand-driven planning, and generative AI applications. Notably, his contributions include developing the Lingo Counts algorithm, enhancing food logging automation with ChatGPT, and creating AI-powered customer support agents. He also played a key role in the SAS Document Vision product, which led to a U.S. patent for deep learning methods in document analysis.
Karthik’s research and innovations extend beyond industry applications; he has published patents and papers in areas such as time series analysis, image content extraction, and machine learning architecture for wellness monitoring. His academic journey includes a Master’s in Management Information Systems from Oklahoma State University and ongoing doctoral studies in Information Technology with emphasis on Artificial Intelligence at the University of the Cumberlands.
Recognized for his leadership and excellence, Karthik has received multiple accolades, including the Accenture Rising Star Award and SAS Certifications in advanced analytics and predictive modeling.
Passionate about bridging data science and real-world impact, Karthik continues to push the boundaries of AI research and implementation, building systems that enhance healthcare, business intelligence, and customer experiences.

Karthik Nakkeeran is a seasoned Senior Data Scientist with over 15 years of expertise in statistics, analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, generative AI, and big data solutions. He is currently driving innovation at Abbott, where he w... Show more

Manas Sharma is a highly skilled software engineer with over 10 years of professional experience in developing and optimizing high-performance software systems. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Google, Manas is leading key initiatives related to continuous queries in BigQuery, where he is responsible for workload management, fault tolerance, and query execution. His work involves designing and developing efficient algorithms for query reservations, fault tolerance using snapshotting, and improving data export systems.
Before joining Google, Manas worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a founding engineer for Aurora DSQL, where he developed the query processor from scratch, optimized network traffic, and introduced multi-version concurrency control. His expertise also includes working at Oracle Corporation, where he contributed to the DevOps Portal by enhancing code coverage and supporting high availability in cloud-native applications.
Throughout his career, Manas has demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities in the areas of query optimization, database systems, and distributed computing. He has also been involved in building scalable systems and services at companies like Microsoft, Walmart Labs, and Accenture, with experience in using technologies such as Java, C++, Python, Rust, and SQL.
Manas holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Arizona State University and a Bachelor's degree in Information Science Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University. He is a passionate mentor and continuously contributes to the community, especially in the areas of role-related knowledge sharing and technical interviewing.

Manas Sharma is a highly skilled software engineer with over 10 years of professional experience in developing and optimizing high-performance software systems. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Google, Manas is leading key initiativ... Show more

Robin Rowe is the CEO of Heroic Robots and executive director of the Baltimore AI research institute Fountain Abode. Heroic Robots innovates technologies and implements new products using generative AI.

Architect of MCARE 3D hospital telemedicine system produced in collaboration with the United Nations and Facebook Reality Labs. Created 3D visual effects (VFX) and animation software used by Disney Marvel and other Hollywood studios to produce blockbuster motion pictures. Designed U.S. national defense real-time AI crisis detection and monitoring system, tested at sea on the aircraft carrier USS Lincoln and integrated with the President's Daily Brief (PDB).

Professor Rowe teaches AI programming at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). Serving 50,000 students annually, CCBC is the largest defense and healthcare workforce training college in the Washington D.C. region. Rowe previously taught Advanced C++ at the Naval Postgraduate School, and taught Intermediate C++ at the University of Washington. Former DARPA and U.S. navy research scientist.

Robin Rowe is the CEO of Heroic Robots and executive director of the Baltimore AI research institute Fountain Abode. Heroic Robots innovates technologies and implements new products using generative AI. Architect of MCARE 3D hospital telemedicine... Show more

Laura Kester is Requirements Engineer and Product Owner at Info Support.

As a requirements engineer, she bridges the gap between stakeholders and development teams. She is passionate about understanding how processes and systems work and ensuring software solutions truly meet user needs. With her background in Interaction Technology, Laura brings a unique blend of engineering, design, and ethical perspectives to her work.

She loves learning new things and sharing her knowledge and perspectives with others.

Laura Kester is Requirements Engineer and Product Owner at Info Support. As a requirements engineer, she bridges the gap between stakeholders and development teams. She is passionate about understanding how processes and systems work and ensuring ... Show more

I am a young and enthusiastic Data Engineer with a background in Industrial Engineering. Early in my career, I discovered a passion for data and has since been dedicated to building clean, modern data architectures that turn complexity into clarity. I have delivered end-to-end solutions across industries including logistics, finance, and mining, using tools like Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Azure Data Factory, and SQL Server. I thrive on solving real-world data challenges and brings both technical expertise and fresh energy to every project.

I am a young and enthusiastic Data Engineer with a background in Industrial Engineering. Early in my career, I discovered a passion for data and has since been dedicated to building clean, modern data architectures that turn complexity into clarity. ... Show more

I am a Microsoft Power Platform Senior Developer with over five years of experience building solutions and digitalizing organizational processes. I have worked with bp company to develop and implement innovative solutions that have helped to streamline and improve business operations. My expertise lies in leveraging the capabilities of the Power Platform to create custom applications that are intuitive, user-friendly, and tailored to the organization's needs. I have extensive knowledge of the Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, and I am passionate about helping organizations realize their digital transformation goals.

I am a Microsoft Power Platform Senior Developer with over five years of experience building solutions and digitalizing organizational processes. I have worked with bp company to develop and implement innovative solutions that have helped to streamli... Show more

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Experienced IT Profesional in Software Architecture, Infrastructure Administration and Software Development. Lately leading teams in charge of implementing initiatives with Cloud Native Technologies.

Experienced IT Profesional in Software Architecture, Infrastructure Administration and Software Development. Lately leading teams in charge of implementing initiatives with Cloud Native Technologies. Show more

10 Years of Experience in Data Analytics on Microsoft Platforms. Started with Data Warehousing moving into Data Platform architecture.

10 Years of Experience in Data Analytics on Microsoft Platforms. Started with Data Warehousing moving into Data Platform architecture. Show more

I am a Senior Full-Stack Developer with more than 10 years of experience in development and technology management. Recognized by Google as an Angular & Web Developer Expert, and by Microsoft as a Most Valuable Professional.

I am a Senior Full-Stack Developer with more than 10 years of experience in development and technology management. Recognized by Google as an Angular & Web Developer Expert, and by Microsoft as a Most Valuable Professional. Show more

More than 22 years of experience in devoloping internet technologies to deliver performance engineering solutions for billion-dollar global applications systems.Profound understanding of business imperatives, sensitivities, and an array of methodologies, ensuring adaptability and strategic foresight in complex project environments.

More than 22 years of experience in devoloping internet technologies to deliver performance engineering solutions for billion-dollar global applications systems.Profound understanding of business imperatives, sensitivities, and an array of methodolog... Show more

AI Engineer and PhD student focused on Information Retrieval systems

AI Engineer and PhD student focused on Information Retrieval systems Show more

Phil Meredith founded Process Tempo Inc. in 2015 with a vision to transform how organizations leverage data and analytics. Mr. Meredith targets inefficiencies found in the data and its processes with the goal of lowering costs, increasing productivity, and improving data-driven decision making. Prior to Process Tempo, Mr. Meredith worked in the enterprise analytics software space for over 28 years working for companies such as MicroStrategy, Cognos, IBM, Datastax, and Pentaho.

Phil Meredith founded Process Tempo Inc. in 2015 with a vision to transform how organizations leverage data and analytics. Mr. Meredith targets inefficiencies found in the data and its processes with the goal of lowering costs, increasing productivit... Show more

Accomplished procurement and supply chain leader with 20 years in Aerospace and Defense specializing in global procurement, subcontracts, and supply chain. Extensive experience in supplier performance management, project management, application of FAR/DFAR regulations, and complex negotiation, within DOD, FMS, and DCS programs. Proven leader of high-performing teams, driving strategic alignment, optimizing supply chain performance, and leading change.

I hold a DBA, MBA, PMP certification, and CPCM certification.

Accomplished procurement and supply chain leader with 20 years in Aerospace and Defense specializing in global procurement, subcontracts, and supply chain. Extensive experience in supplier performance management, project management, application of FA... Show more

I love creating mobile applications in Flutter and try to expand my knowledge every day. I do some Machine learning when I find time and create some small mobile games on the side.

I love creating mobile applications in Flutter and try to expand my knowledge every day. I do some Machine learning when I find time and create some small mobile games on the side. Show more

Work in bridges maintenance

Work in bridges maintenance Show more

Nikunj Karoliya is a Lead Mechanical Engineer with nearly 20 years of experience in automotive design and development. Currently serving as Lead Engineer at Pebble Mobility Inc since October 2024, he focuses on structural design, component integration, and design optimization for the Pebble Flow product line, including aero box assemblies, E-step components, and camera mounting systems.
Prior to his current role, Nikunj spent over three years as Lead Closure Engineer at Lucid Motors, where he was instrumental in developing the Lucid AIR, Lucid AIR PURE, and LUCID SAPPHIRE models. His responsibilities encompassed closure body-in-white design for front doors, rear doors, hoods, and decklids, while implementing DFMA, DFMEA, and cost reduction strategies throughout the product development lifecycle.
His career progression includes significant roles at Honda R&D in Raymond, Ohio, where he worked on the 2017 Honda Odyssey and 2021 Acura TLX projects, specializing in sliding door and front door systems. He also contributed to projects at RLE International, TATA Technologies, EATON India Engineering Center, and TATA MOTORS, gaining expertise across diverse automotive applications from closure architecture to rapid prototyping and aerospace components.
Nikunj holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from the Institution of Engineer (AMIE), Calcutta, and a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from Shri Bhagubhai Mafatlal Polytechnic, Mumbai. He is proficient in CATIA/3DEX/NX software platforms and possesses comprehensive knowledge of GD&T, material selection, manufacturing processes, and quality control methodologies. Based in Fremont, California, he continues to drive innovation in mechanical design while mentoring junior engineers and optimizing manufacturing processes.

Nikunj Karoliya is a Lead Mechanical Engineer with nearly 20 years of experience in automotive design and development. Currently serving as Lead Engineer at Pebble Mobility Inc since October 2024, he focuses on structural design, component integratio... Show more

Avraam Tolmidis is a Software Engineering Manager at Meta, with a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He specializes in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and optimization techniques. Avraam has a strong background in multi-agent systems, evolutionary algorithms, and software architecture. With experience in leading teams across various industries, including automotive and fintech, he enjoys mentoring, improving processes, and working on innovative AI-driven solutions.

Avraam Tolmidis is a Software Engineering Manager at Meta, with a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He specializes in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and optimization techniques. Avraam has a strong background in multi-agent syst... Show more

Darian DeFalco is a Staff Site Reliability Engineer at Transfix, a SaaS provider of intelligent data and pricing tools for the logistics industry. He focuses on Kubernetes infrastructure, GitOps workflows, and platform automation. His background includes supporting high-performance research computing at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and building scalable systems in production environments.

Darian DeFalco is a Staff Site Reliability Engineer at Transfix, a SaaS provider of intelligent data and pricing tools for the logistics industry. He focuses on Kubernetes infrastructure, GitOps workflows, and platform automation. His background incl... Show more