Transports & Logistics

Experts in the efficient movement and storage of goods, covering procurement, inventory management, distribution, warehousing, transportation, and risk management

Allen Jellas

Allen Jellas

I’m creating an environment for leaders and organizations to move towards more agility while focusing on what is already working for them and building upon it. I have been educating and coaching Agile Leaders since 2019.
I’m an Agile Leadership Guide providing education for leadership and organizational development and growth. I’m an Accredited IC Agile instructor, providing Enterprise Agility Coaching and Coaching Agile Transition classes.
I’m a Certified Enterprise and Systemic Agile Coach providing guidance and coaching for the leaders while making awareness about the importance of the whole system, we are part of. I hold different certifications from IC Agile (ICP-CAT, ICP-ENT ICP-ACC, ICP-ATF, ICP-SYS), Agile Change Leadership Institute and Scrum Alliance (CAL 1, CSM, A-CSM, CSP-SM)
I'm a regular speaker at conferences such as. Global Agile Reflect, Online Scrum Master Summit, Online Product Tech Summit, Scrum Day Europe, Scrum Day London, Agile Calgary, Product Leadership Europe, XP Benelux, Agile Africa and Agile Prague.

I’m an owner of the Attitude Partnership a company providing Education, Coaching, and Consultancy when required.

I’m developing my own coaching models, called V.A.L.U.E. and B.A.L.A.N.C.E.
When I’m not working, I’m experimenting with the food, biking around Copenhagen, and exploring the world.
Follow me on LinkedIn, or Email Allen – allen@attitudepartnership.com

I’m creating an environment for leaders and organizations to move towards more agility while focusing on what is already working for them and building upon it. I have been educating and coaching Agile Leaders since 2019. I’m an Agile Leadership Gui... Show more

Marco Otte-Witte

Marco Otte-Witte

Marco is the founder and Managing Director of Mainmatter, an Engineering Consultancy from Europe. He has been in tech since the late 90s and worked with various technologies from .NET to Rails, Elixir and Phoenix, TypeScript and Rust. He and his team advise international teams on architecture, technology choice, process, and developer infrastructure. He is passionate about developing sustainable and reliable products and organizations based on strong foundations. Marco is also the Host of EuroRust, the leading Rust conference in Europe.

Marco is the founder and Managing Director of Mainmatter, an Engineering Consultancy from Europe. He has been in tech since the late 90s and worked with various technologies from .NET to Rails, Elixir and Phoenix, TypeScript and Rust. He and his team... Show more

Martin Krockert

Martin Krockert

- 10 Jahre Erfahrung als Systemintegrator in Produktionsunternehmen
- Dr. Ing. im Produktionskontext mit dem Thema: "Sich selbst organisierende Produktionsplanung und -steuerung"
- Co-Founder der Impact Labs GmbH, wo wir die nächste Generation von Sprachschnittstellen entwickeln. Wo wir mit Leidenschaft daran arbeiten die Interaktion zwischen Mensch und Maschine zu verbessern.

- 10 Jahre Erfahrung als Systemintegrator in Produktionsunternehmen - Dr. Ing. im Produktionskontext mit dem Thema: "Sich selbst organisierende Produktionsplanung und -steuerung" - Co-Founder der Impact Labs GmbH, wo wir die nächste Generation von ... Show more

Danielle Deavens

Danielle Deavens

Danielle Deavens is equal parts storyteller and startup professional. After launching her career at magazines like Essence and Food Network, she co-founded 2020 Arch Grants and 2023 Growth Grants company Bold Xchange. She is a trained journalist with startup experience in marketing, B2B sales, operations, and customer success. As an EIR, pitch judge, and advisor, Danielle works closely with founders to develop stronger stories for pitches, program applications, fundraising conversations, and sales meetings.

Danielle Deavens is equal parts storyteller and startup professional. After launching her career at magazines like Essence and Food Network, she co-founded 2020 Arch Grants and 2023 Growth Grants company Bold Xchange. She is a trained journalist with... Show more

Mandali Khalesi

Mandali Khalesi

Mandali is focused on embedded and cloud enabled AI software. He is a software executive based in Tokyo Japan for the last 10 years. Prior to Renesas, he was General Manager in charge of Automated Driving Mobility at Toyota, and concurrently Vice President of Automated Driving at Toyota's autonomy software subsidiary Woven by Toyota. Before Toyota, he was head of APAC at a European automotive infotainment software supplier.

Mandali is focused on embedded and cloud enabled AI software. He is a software executive based in Tokyo Japan for the last 10 years. Prior to Renesas, he was General Manager in charge of Automated Driving Mobility at Toyota, and concurrently Vice Pre... Show more

Sonia Daniels, Ph.D.

Sonia Daniels, Ph.D.

I'm Dr. Sonia Daniels, a multi-passionate business owner and digital creator. As the founder and CEO of S. Daniels Consulting, I empower mission-driven organizations to achieve sustainable growth and transformative results. With over 15 years of experience in Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, and senior operations, I lead projects that inspire change and build lasting capacity. From global corporations like Amazon to local nonprofits, my team combines strategy with heart to drive meaningful impact.

Beyond consulting, I channel my creativity into solo travel and adventure, sharing stories that inspire curiosity and exploration. I’m proud graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, University of New Orleans, and Southern University. I’m also a 2023 Goldman Sachs Black in Business alumna and 2024 Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth Executive Education graduate. I’m dedicated to a life of purpose, adventure, and connection—sparking growth in organizations and individuals alike.

PERSONAL MISSION STATEMENT:
To live with purpose, inspire growth in myself and others, and create meaningful connections that foster equity and lasting impact.

I'm Dr. Sonia Daniels, a multi-passionate business owner and digital creator. As the founder and CEO of S. Daniels Consulting, I empower mission-driven organizations to achieve sustainable growth and transformative results. With over 15 years of expe... Show more

Holger Lüke

Holger Lüke

Holger is co-founder and CEO of the dicobis Group. He came into contact with Microsoft Dynamics NAV for manufacturing and supply chain in the 2000s and decided to stay in the Microsoft community. After a great time at Yaveon, he decided to go his own way in the Microsoft Dynamics business. He is fascinated by the Microsoft Dynamics Business Central integration for logistics solutions, self-driving machines, and production machines along the retail supply chain.

Holger has founded 8 companies and sold 5 in his career. Through his extensive experience, he brings enormous added value to other companies. In addition to Microsoft topics, his areas of expertise include developing and implementing successful business strategies, optimizing business processes, and identifying growth opportunities.
With his practical experience, Holger can help companies increase efficiency, implement innovative solutions, and achieve sustainable growth. He also offers unique insights into the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship, which is particularly beneficial for start-ups and growing companies.

Holger lives with his family in the Ruhr area. In his free time, you can find Holger on his board or on his bike. He is a passionate kitesurfer, mountain biker and snowboarder.

Holger is co-founder and CEO of the dicobis Group. He came into contact with Microsoft Dynamics NAV for manufacturing and supply chain in the 2000s and decided to stay in the Microsoft community. After a great time at Yaveon, he decided to go his own... Show more

Ed Parsons

Ed Parsons

Ed Parsons is a Digital Geographer and Keynote Speaker.

He is currently Google’s Open Data Lead.

Ed was Google’s Geospatial Technologist, with responsibility for evangelising Google’s mission to organise the world’s information using Geography. In this role he maintains links with Governments, Universities, Research and Standards Organisations which are involved in the development of Geospatial Technology. Ed also leads Google’s efforts in maintaining a healthy Open Data Ecosystem in Europe.

Ed Parsons is a Digital Geographer and Keynote Speaker. He is currently Google’s Open Data Lead. Ed was Google’s Geospatial Technologist, with responsibility for evangelising Google’s mission to organise the world’s information using Geography.... Show more

William Moreno

William Moreno

Proud Salvadorean!, numbers driven person, Founder & CEO at the forefront of Tempest for almost two years now, 4 years experience in the Bitcoin business, BDM for crypto platforms, Industrial Engineer, SCM from MIT, ever since I got into the Bitcoin mining business I saw the profitability and scalability of it, and wanted to share that with everyone, ample experience navigating LATAM in search for lowest possible electrical costs to make our company as profitable as can be

On a mission on generating wealth for the masses, through Bitcoin!

Proud Salvadorean!, numbers driven person, Founder & CEO at the forefront of Tempest for almost two years now, 4 years experience in the Bitcoin business, BDM for crypto platforms, Industrial Engineer, SCM from MIT, ever since I got into the Bitcoin ... Show more

Martin Mwangi

Martin Mwangi

Software developer. I love DevOps and the concepts of docker and Kubernetes.

Software developer. I love DevOps and the concepts of docker and Kubernetes. Show more

Alexander Hannighofer

Alexander Hannighofer

With more than 13 years of intensive experience in the field of project management, Alexander has established himself as a competent managing consultant. His passion and expertise lie primarily in agility and the promotion of dynamic corporate structures. As an active Agile Coach, Scrum Master and Scrum Trainer, he brings a wealth of experience to the world of agile transformations.

His success and extensive knowledge have been shaped by numerous projects in various industries and companies of different sizes. Alexander stands out not only for his extensive technical expertise, but also for his ability to communicate complex concepts in an understandable way and to inspire people to explore new ways of collaborating and thinking.

As a speaker, Alexander is known for his lively and interactive presentation style. His presentations not only offer valuable insights into the world of agile methods, but also motivate listeners to successfully implement the principles and practices of agility in their own work contexts.

Alexander embodies a commitment to continuous improvement and is committed to helping organizations develop flexible and responsive structures. Its goal is to help companies adapt to the constant changes in the modern business environment and operate successfully.

With more than 13 years of intensive experience in the field of project management, Alexander has established himself as a competent managing consultant. His passion and expertise lie primarily in agility and the promotion of dynamic corporate struct... Show more

Ravishankar Nair

Ravishankar Nair

Ravishankar Nair, currently the CEO of PassionBytes, a global information technology company providing consultancy to many fortune 500 companies around in the field of distributed computing, data warehousing, big data and cloud services. Ravi works heavily on big data eco-system. Prior to this, he was the co-founder and CTO of Percipient, digital transformation and customer engagement company based in Singapore focusing on (big) data virtualization. He was SVP at Citibank handling business intelligence and big data for LATAM, U.S and Singapore. Ravi’s industrial know-how and wide speaking experience (including Java ONE conference at Japan and implementing big data services across the globe coupled with great passion for sharing knowledge would be a key differentiator.

Ravishankar Nair, currently the CEO of PassionBytes, a global information technology company providing consultancy to many fortune 500 companies around in the field of distributed computing, data warehousing, big data and cloud services. Ravi works h... Show more

Suresh Mandava

Suresh Mandava

Highly experienced Platform Engineering Business Leader and Security professional with over 25+ years of expertise in protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven track record of delivering successful projects across various industries, including healthcare, finance, and technology.

Edge MLOPS / Security Experience Highlights:

Innovation Leadership: Pioneered Edge First ML Inferences private clouds, and Kubernetes solutions for a leading technology company. Currently exploring Privacy Federated SLM Fine-tuned GPT innovation and its potential in the global enterprise space.

Engineering and Technical Acumen: Proficient in creating and leading extensive 1500+ engineering teams dedicated to major digital transformation endeavors for clients, especially in Cloud-Native Application Modernization, Platform Engineering, and DevSecOps.

Cloud Security: Led global cloud security portfolio, modernizing legacy security products to cloud-native technologies (Containers/Kubernetes/Serverless). Managed a team of 1400 global engineers, driving growth from $350M to $1.4Billion in company valuation.

Consulting Experience: Executed risk assessments and solution delivery initiatives for top-tier clients, generating $4-5 million in revenue projects. Provided strategic guidance on security and threat risk mitigation, improving client security maturity based on NIST CSF/NERC/FFIEC standards.

OT Security: Worked with a global healthcare company to deliver AI-models on the Edge, protecting sensitive patient data across 5000 hospitals. Developed model licensing stores for OTA updates and ensured IP security, ensuring stringent FDA Class 3 security certification requirements.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Excel at closing the gap between technical solutions and business requirements, adept in liaising with board members, senior business leaders, and critical stakeholders to synchronize enterprise ambitions with technological ventures.

Strategic Partnership Building: Established history of leading GTM strategy, solution sales, and businessdevelopment through strategic collaborations with public cloud vendors and prominent cloud offering firms.

Highly experienced Platform Engineering Business Leader and Security professional with over 25+ years of expertise in protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven track record of delivering successful projects a... Show more

Sharayu Banait

Sharayu Banait

Sharayu is a passionate problem-solver and entrepreneur on a mission to develop next-generation products! 🚀

👩‍💻 She is a founder of Blockly Technologies Private Limited, a government-funded, women-led startup supported by prestigious incubators and organizations like IITs, IIMs, Microsoft, NASSCOM, and many more. She is dedicated to creating impactful products that truly make a difference.

✨ Her journey has been nothing short of remarkable! Recently, her success story was featured on the mic.gov website, a testament to her unwavering commitment to innovation.

🥇 Winning the IIT Madras E-Summit'2023 became a pivotal moment in her life, igniting her entrepreneurial passion and inspiring her to develop impactful solutions.

💡 Hackathons? They fuel her fire! 🔥
She’s not just a hackathon participant; she’s a strong competitor! Having participated in more than 10+ hackathons, she has earned recognition as a winner, runner-up, and finalist. As the team leader in every hackathon, she has developed her skills in managing teams and helping everyone succeed together.

But her journey doesn’t stop there! She has also taken on roles as a Hackathon organizer and Hackathon Judge, where she mentors others and hackathon is a fun adventure that challenges her to think creatively and collaborate with talented individuals.

🤝 Open source? Giving back to the community is her passion!
As an open-source mentor at GSSoC'22, she loves helping students kickstart their open-source journeys, just like her mentors did for her when she was starting out. She believes in the power of mentorship and collaboration, and she has made significant contributions to GWOC'21, SWOC'21, and GSSoC'22 during her college years.

🎤 Sharing knowledge is one of her favorite things!
She has been invited to speak on technical topics, where she enthusiastically shares her insights and inspires peers, reflecting her dedication to empowering the next generation of tech innovators.

⏳ While in college, she worked as a technical video content creator and writer at GeeksforGeeks, where she transformed complex topics into engaging content for a broad audience. This experience honed her communication skills and solidified her authority in the tech space.

🚀 Sharayu is always excited to connect with like-minded professionals and explore new collaboration opportunities!

Sharayu is a passionate problem-solver and entrepreneur on a mission to develop next-generation products! 🚀 👩‍💻 She is a founder of Blockly Technologies Private Limited, a government-funded, women-led startup supported by prestigious incubators... Show more

Pavel Fedotov

Pavel Fedotov

Pavel Fedotov is a seasoned Full Stack Blockchain Developer with over 4 years of experience in engineering decentralized applications using a diverse tech stack that includes Rust, Solidity, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Next.js. He successfully completed the Filecoin grant related to decentralized identity and secured a RetroPGF grant from the Optimism foundation with 25 ballots for his project, Pin Save.

Pavel holds a BA in Business Studies and Economics from the University of Manchester, where he published a popular academic article on the electric vehicle industry, amassing over 50,000 downloads. Notably, he has received approximately $40 million in delegated ARB tokens during pivotal committee elections on Arbitrum.

An active contributor to the Web3 community, Pavel has presented at significant conferences, including ETH Belgrade 2024 and IPFS Camp 2024. His data science achievements in Web3 include a comprehensive analysis report on Gitcoin Grants data and innovative ideas for Ethereum security data collection.

Pavel Fedotov is a seasoned Full Stack Blockchain Developer with over 4 years of experience in engineering decentralized applications using a diverse tech stack that includes Rust, Solidity, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Next.js. He succ... Show more

Tony Pagliocco

Tony Pagliocco

Possessing 20 years of experience in multiple areas of product management, digital media, web engineering, and organizational leadership, Tony has successfully led teams to improve engineering processes, deliver quality digital products, manage a global product roadmap, and develop a technical organizational strategy. He has successful global experience in the areas of digital product design, research, analysis, development, metric reporting, and go-to-market strategy. His unique blend of engineering experience combined with product-focused, business acumen has allowed him to be a high-performing leader, facilitator, and product owner for multiple digital product releases that have global technology impacts.

Tony is the former Head of Product at Boeing and now serves currently as the Senior Vice President of Product Management at Aldar, where he leads product teams covering the residential real estate, retail, hospitality, education, smart city, and immersive technology teams. He is a Gartner Product Management Ambassador, was recognized as a Top 10 CPO in the United Arab Emirates for 2023, and also produced the Future of Product Management 2024 Report which was accessed by over 5000 leaders across the Middle East, Europe, and North America.

Possessing 20 years of experience in multiple areas of product management, digital media, web engineering, and organizational leadership, Tony has successfully led teams to improve engineering processes, deliver quality digital products, manage a glo... Show more

Sabjan Sama

Sabjan Sama

Customer success focused, community support enthusiast and Mentor. Worked with Microsoft business applications ecosystem over 15 years delivering complex solutions with Advisory and delivery, span across several industries as part digital transformations globally. Passion about community support with learn and share and an obsessed runner.

Customer success focused, community support enthusiast and Mentor. Worked with Microsoft business applications ecosystem over 15 years delivering complex solutions with Advisory and delivery, span across several industries as part digital transformat... Show more

Simon Cho

Simon Cho

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 Novak

Michael Novak

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

Diniș Alexandru-Cătălin

Diniș Alexandru-Cătălin

I started my tech journey 12 years ago as a Java developer and learned the stack the hard way: keeping up with Java versions, adapting to new frameworks, and moving from solid monoliths to modern, distributed systems.

Most of my work has been in the automotive field, where reliability matters and the smallest details add up.
Over time I moved into solution architecture and delivery management, making sure ideas turn into real, shipped software.
Today I lead a group of 50+ engineers, focused on people development, writing clean and efficient code, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering results that make a difference for the business.
I’m hands-on, passionate about Java, Cloud and AI solutions and about finding new ways to integrate them into the development lifecycle, from design to delivery. I’m also deeply interested in DevOps practices and security. Beyond that, I enjoy exploring, writing about what I learn, and sharing practical notes and lessons from the field.

I started my tech journey 12 years ago as a Java developer and learned the stack the hard way: keeping up with Java versions, adapting to new frameworks, and moving from solid monoliths to modern, distributed systems. Most of my work has been in t... Show more

Vincent Martin

Vincent Martin

Ingénieur d'études puis chef de projet, je mets le doigt en 2009 dans la marmite Agile et je deviens Scrum Master. Depuis cette date, j'accompagne les équipes et les organisations dans la mise en place et leur transformation vers l'agilité.
Je suis coach agile chez CGI depuis 2019.

Ingénieur d'études puis chef de projet, je mets le doigt en 2009 dans la marmite Agile et je deviens Scrum Master. Depuis cette date, j'accompagne les équipes et les organisations dans la mise en place et leur transformation vers l'agilité. Je suis ... Show more

Adam Axon

Adam Axon

I help fast-growing teams scale with clarity, agility, and heart, using product thinking combined with deeply human design to honour what matters most: your people, and the people your work enriches. 

I help fast-growing teams scale with clarity, agility, and heart, using product thinking combined with deeply human design to honour what matters most: your people, and the people your work enriches.  Show more

Katie Clark

Katie Clark

Katie is a software developer and Scrum trainer at Reply Comsysto. Over the past 5 years, she has been involved in complex projects spanning various domains, from semiconductor manufacturing to food supply chains.
Developing quality software products requires a team effort. Therefore, her focus is on fostering a collaborative team culture, promoting an agile mindset, and evolving suitable processes within the organization continuously.

Katie is a software developer and Scrum trainer at Reply Comsysto. Over the past 5 years, she has been involved in complex projects spanning various domains, from semiconductor manufacturing to food supply chains. Developing quality software produc... Show more

Sujan Kumar Seethamsetty Venkata

Sujan Kumar Seethamsetty Venkata

Sujan Kumar Seethamsetty Venkata is a seasoned IT security and audit professional with extensive experience in cyber risk management, application security, internal audit, and strategic governance. Over his career, he has advised leading global organizations across industries including retail, power and utilities, chemicals, life sciences, and healthcare, helping them strengthen their security posture and compliance frameworks.
At Capri Holdings, overseeing brands such as Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, and Versace, Sujan provides strategic guidance on cyber governance and vulnerability management. He develops and executes enterprise-wide IT audit plans, designs robust internal controls for SAP S/4 HANA implementations, and aligns cybersecurity initiatives with regulatory requirements such as SOX, GDPR, and other industry standards. His work includes enhancing governance, risk, and compliance frameworks, leading continuous control monitoring, and driving automation to improve efficiency and reduce risk exposure.
Previously with Deloitte, Sujan led numerous large-scale security and controls implementations for clients in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, energy, and retail. He designed ERP security frameworks, implemented identity access management solutions, and developed custom segregation-of-duties rules to mitigate access risks. His expertise includes deploying SAP GRC Access Control and Process Control to automate user provisioning, access risk analysis, and compliance monitoring.
Earlier roles at RJT Compuquest, L&T Infotech, and IBM India further deepened his technical and operational expertise. He implemented comprehensive security frameworks for SAP and non-SAP systems, managed global rollouts, and ensured alignment with regulatory mandates such as HIPAA, PCI, and FERC.
Sujan holds certifications as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and in SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance. He earned a Bachelor of Technology in electronics and communication engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad. With a strong foundation in both technology and governance, Sujan is dedicated to enabling secure, compliant, and resilient enterprise operations.

Sujan Kumar Seethamsetty Venkata is a seasoned IT security and audit professional with extensive experience in cyber risk management, application security, internal audit, and strategic governance. Over his career, he has advised leading global organ... Show more

Gustav Sundblad

Gustav Sundblad

Have been working with AX and D365FnO for many years as a technical architect. Main focus on trade & logistics and retail, with a soft spot for technical architecture and AI.

Have been working with AX and D365FnO for many years as a technical architect. Main focus on trade & logistics and retail, with a soft spot for technical architecture and AI. Show more

Ian Gallimore

Ian Gallimore

As a Supervisor at RSM US LLP, I specialize in delivering Power Platform solutions, leading environment modernization initiatives, and supporting the career growth of associates. My role focuses on enhancing business process automation and overseeing complex projects with strategic precision. My current focus has been around SharePoint Syntex, Generative AI (Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude), and Copilot for M365 implementations in the modern workplace.

As a Supervisor at RSM US LLP, I specialize in delivering Power Platform solutions, leading environment modernization initiatives, and supporting the career growth of associates. My role focuses on enhancing business process automation and overseeing... Show more

Marina Ionova

Marina Ionova

I'm a robotics engineer. I hold a Master's degree in Cybernetics and Robotics from FEE CTU in Prague, where I focused on autonomous systems and human-robot collaboration.

My diploma thesis and related scientific publication explored how to optimize collaboration between humans and robots in industrial environments — work that earned me the Werner von Siemens Award.

After transitioning from academia to industry, I now develop anti-collision system for trams, focusing on safety and autonomous decision-making in complex urban environments.

I’m passionate about making advanced technology both understandable and human-aware — and I believe that sharing how AI helps us all design better futures.

I'm a robotics engineer. I hold a Master's degree in Cybernetics and Robotics from FEE CTU in Prague, where I focused on autonomous systems and human-robot collaboration. My diploma thesis and related scientific publication explored how to optimiz... Show more

Sumit Kumar

Sumit Kumar

This is Sumit Kumar, a dynamic Cloud Solution Architect employed in the telecommunications industry and based in Gurgaon. With a comprehensive experience spanning over 14 years in the realm of technology, I exude unwavering energy and motivation. My journey into the technological landscape commenced in 2016, and ever since, I have been entrenched in the boundless realm of cloud computing.

My enthusiasm for technology knows no bounds, serving as the foundation for my role as a tech blogger. My written pieces revolve around insightful content covering a spectrum ranging from Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to DevOps methodologies. Aiding both students and professionals in their career growth and development is a facet of my commitment.

Furthermore, I am an active advocate for cloud technology. I am honored to announce my recent nomination as a Google Developer Expert for the year 2024.

This is Sumit Kumar, a dynamic Cloud Solution Architect employed in the telecommunications industry and based in Gurgaon. With a comprehensive experience spanning over 14 years in the realm of technology, I exude unwavering energy and motivation. My ... Show more

Shikha Duttyal

Shikha Duttyal

Shikha Duttyal is a seasoned supply chain and operations leader with over a decade of experience driving transformational programs across technology and manufacturing industries. Currently serving as Program Manager for Supply Chain & Logistics at Meta Platforms, she spearheads critical initiatives that support the company's massive infrastructure needs, including AI training capacity and global data center operations.
At Meta, Shikha has demonstrated exceptional program management skills by designing and implementing comprehensive sourcing master data architectures, delivering ML-based demand planning models that reduced forecasting errors by 40%, and managing inventory rebalancing initiatives worth millions of dollars. Her strategic leadership in warehouse capacity optimization led to a 9% reduction in central warehouse storage capacity while identifying $800M in aging inventory through advanced data science dashboards.
Prior to Meta, Shikha spent five years at Stanley Black and Decker, where she led next-generation supply chain transformation initiatives. As Senior Manager of Integrated Business Planning, she successfully managed enterprise-wide ERP implementations, led cross-functional teams of consultants and stakeholders, and established data governance strategies across 40 ERP systems. Her work in digital supply chain control towers improved shipment tracking by 72% and identified shipping routes with 20% less transit time variance, freeing up millions in in-transit costs.
Shikha's career began at Sears Holdings, where she managed demand and inventory flow for over 3,000 SKUs with annual sales exceeding $100M. Her analytical expertise improved demand forecast accuracy from 81% to 92% while maintaining optimal inventory levels across 800+ stores and distribution centers.
She holds dual Master's degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the USA and Logistics and Operations from Spain, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from India. Her technical expertise spans advanced analytics tools including SAP, Tableau, PowerBI, and machine learning platforms.
Shikha's unique combination of technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and cross-functional leadership makes her a valuable asset in driving complex supply chain transformations that deliver measurable business impact across global organizations.

Shikha Duttyal is a seasoned supply chain and operations leader with over a decade of experience driving transformational programs across technology and manufacturing industries. Currently serving as Program Manager for Supply Chain & Logistics at Me... Show more

Alexander Thiede

Alexander Thiede

Ex-Microsoft Data & AI Solution Architect

Ex-Microsoft Data & AI Solution Architect Show more

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