Bill Crider has worked on SharePoint and the Office 365 platform since its inception in 2001. A reformed .Net developer, he has worked in a wide variety of industries and emphasizes using out of the box or low code tool to build a wide array of applications. He has worked at every level from 10 person shops to the largest state and 3 letter federal government agencies. His favorite project - rebuilding and digitizing the entire paper-based Cincinnati Bengals scouting and NFL draft analysis tools using SharePoint, low code tools and just a dash of custom code. His current work involves using SharePoint, Power Platform and Dynamics to rapidly enable and build cost effective business applications.

Based in Cincinnati, Bill is an Ohio St. and Cincinnati sports fan, a gamer, and manages a rock band in his spare time.

He currently works for C3 Integrated Solutions, a Washington DC based consultancy that specializes in helping companies build solutions and achieve federal compliance on the Microsoft 365 platform.

Bill Crider has worked on SharePoint and the Office 365 platform since its inception in 2001. A reformed .Net developer, he has worked in a wide variety of industries and emphasizes using out of the box or low code tool to build a wide array of appli... Show more

With over 15 years of experience in software development, I have survived through highs and lows, trials and tribulations, trends, new hotness, old and busted, and finally arrived at a place of realization... True wisdom is realizing that you know nothing. Or at least enough to be dangerous.

In my professional career, I have learned that whatever can go wrong, will, and whatever goes right, comes from exploration, communication and sharing of experience.

The entirety of my career has been spent working in industries where software development isn’t the end product, but the means to an end. With that experience, I believe I can help others in navigating the pitfalls that can keep them from delivering optimal value to their organization, which is end-user satisfaction.

With over 15 years of experience in software development, I have survived through highs and lows, trials and tribulations, trends, new hotness, old and busted, and finally arrived at a place of realization... True wisdom is realizing that you know no... Show more

As a solution architect with a specialization in Microsoft technologies and a passion for innovation & progress, I support my clients in their digital business development.

As a solution architect with a specialization in Microsoft technologies and a passion for innovation & progress, I support my clients in their digital business development. Show more

Zakiya Davidson is a graduate researcher at North Carolina A&T State University whose work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, federated learning, blockchain systems, and equity-centered technology design.

Currently working with Dr. Patooghy and collaborating faculty, Zakiya is contributing to research initiatives focused on blockchain-enabled federated learning (BCFL) for two critical domains: improving maternal health equity in underserved communities and strengthening defenses against data poisoning attacks in Agricultural IoT systems. Her work investigates how privacy-preserving, fairness-aware AI systems can be designed to protect data sovereignty while improving model reliability and equitable outcomes.

Zakiya brings over 20 years of experience in data engineering and enterprise analytics across industries including media, logistics, and marketing. She is currently pursuing advanced graduate studies in data analytics and machine learning, with a long-term research agenda centered on ethical AI, distributed systems, and the development of resilient AI infrastructures for marginalized communities.

Her work reflects a commitment to positioning NC A&T as a leader in AI fairness, privacy-preserving computation, and applied research that advances both technological innovation and social impact.

Zakiya Davidson is a graduate researcher at North Carolina A&T State University whose work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, federated learning, blockchain systems, and equity-centered technology design. Currently working with D... Show more

Hello everyone, my name is Sophia Solomon and I am a Developer Advocate at Elastic.

Hello everyone, my name is Sophia Solomon and I am a Developer Advocate at Elastic. Show more

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

Alda KABOY AMANI est ICT Supervisor chez MSF Suisse, basé à Bunia (RDC) et Consultant au Porgramme ICT chez Rudi International RDC, Il soutient les opérations humanitaires en assurant le support informatique, la fiabilité du réseau et la sécurité numérique dans des zones où la connectivité est souvent limitée ou instable. Sur le terrain, il travaille au plus près des équipes médicales et logistiques pour leur permettre de rester connectées, d’échanger des informations essentielles et de travailler en sécurité, même dans des conditions difficiles.
Alda met l’accent sur des pratiques simples, accessibles et adaptées au contexte humanitaire : hygiène numérique de base, réduction des risques, responsabilisation des utilisateurs et continuité minimale lors des coupures. Son approche est pragmatique, humaine et centrée sur la confiance, au service des communautés et des opérations.

Alda KABOY AMANI est ICT Supervisor chez MSF Suisse, basé à Bunia (RDC) et Consultant au Porgramme ICT chez Rudi International RDC, Il soutient les opérations humanitaires en assurant le support informatique, la fiabilité du réseau et la sécurité n... Show more

Manager of AI and Legal Technology Adoption at an international AmLaw 200 law firm, where she helps professionals turn Microsoft 365 Copilot and generative AI into meaningful, human-centered transformation.
A seasoned speaker and trainer with nearly two decades of experience, Mel has been presenting for as long as she has been training. She delivers engaging, practical sessions in both English and Spanish, connecting with global audiences through clarity, energy, and real-world relevance. Her background spans legal technology, innovation, logistics, and aviation, allowing her to bridge business, technology, and culture with ease.
She is the co-founder of Rockstar Women in AI & Security and SabIAs, and an Advisor at Altruva.AI.
Her mission is simple: to make AI adoption human, inclusive, and transformative. One connection. One prompt. One match at a time.

Manager of AI and Legal Technology Adoption at an international AmLaw 200 law firm, where she helps professionals turn Microsoft 365 Copilot and generative AI into meaningful, human-centered transformation. A seasoned speaker and trainer with nearly... Show more

Raju Kumar, a cloud solution architect, has over 20 years of experience with data and analytics. He positioned himself as a database administrator, data analyst, data integration and a data modelling expert in his previous roles. He has been a Microsoft Certified trainer and a Power BI SME for over 5 years. He currently works at Microsoft, where he leads migration effort of SSRS/SSAS to cloud-based solutions for various clients. He is passionate about learning new technologies and sharing his knowledge with community.

Raju Kumar, a cloud solution architect, has over 20 years of experience with data and analytics. He positioned himself as a database administrator, data analyst, data integration and a data modelling expert in his previous roles. He has been a Micros... Show more

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and scaling mobile and web applications. I currently work on large-scale, white-label React Native platforms in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, helping architect solutions used across multiple global brands.

Beyond mobile architecture, I’m actively working on an AI agent designed to support the end-to-end SDLC lifecycle - from requirements clarity and design validation to quality gates, code review intelligence, and delivery readiness. My focus is on using AI to improve developer productivity, reduce ambiguity, and enforce engineering best practices without slowing teams down.

My expertise includes React Native, TypeScript, JavaScript, mobile app architecture, performance optimization, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms like AWS and GCP. I’ve led critical architectural decisions around modular app design, session management, and cross-brand feature enablement, with a strong emphasis on maintainability and scalability.

I enjoy sharing practical, real-world insights on mobile architecture, AI-assisted development workflows, and building resilient systems at scale. I’m passionate about clean code, thoughtful system design, and helping teams move fast without breaking things.

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and scaling mobile and web applications. I currently work on large-scale, white-label React Native platforms in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, helping architect solutio... Show more

Intikhab Alam Khan, a seasoned Certified Cloud Consultant with 18 years of invaluable experience, has left an indelible mark at Telstra, Airbus, Ministry of Labor Saudi Arabia, Dubai Customs, and CMA CGM. Renowned for his pioneering role in cloud strategy, he led the creation of a groundbreaking pharmaceutical-specific landing zone on Azure, reshaping the landscape for the healthcare industry. From implementing CMMS at Airbus to successful upgrade projects at Dubai Customs, Intikhab's strategic leadership and technical prowess have been pivotal. Focused on infrastructure deployment automation, his innovative approach has consistently transformed organizations. Join Intikhab on a transformative journey into the heart of Azure Landing Zones, where his wealth of experience converges with a pioneering spirit to unveil principles and best practices, elevating cloud strategies for enterprises of all scales.

Intikhab Alam Khan, a seasoned Certified Cloud Consultant with 18 years of invaluable experience, has left an indelible mark at Telstra, Airbus, Ministry of Labor Saudi Arabia, Dubai Customs, and CMA CGM. Renowned for his pioneering role in cloud str... Show more

Alberto Miorin is a software engineer and data leader known for his contributions to data engineering, open-source development, and infrastructure automation. His career spans leadership roles at major European technology companies and the creation of tools designed to improve developer experience.

Alberto Miorin is a software engineer and data leader known for his contributions to data engineering, open-source development, and infrastructure automation. His career spans leadership roles at major European technology companies and the creation o... Show more

Technical Architect with over 17 years of experience driving digital transformation through cloud architecture, intelligent automation, and AI/ML-powered enterprise modernization. Currently at Mary Kay, USA, he plays a pivotal role in designing multi-cloud strategies across AWS, Azure, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), while also leading enterprise technology analysis for Supply Chain innovations—helping the organization achieve resilience, scalability, and cost optimization.

Technical Architect with over 17 years of experience driving digital transformation through cloud architecture, intelligent automation, and AI/ML-powered enterprise modernization. Currently at Mary Kay, USA, he plays a pivotal role in designing multi... Show more

Sourav Roy is a cloud-native data solutions architect with 12+ years of experience building large-scale data platforms across retail, utilities, health insurance, real-estate analytics and fintech. He specializes in modern lakehouse & data warehouse architectures, serverless pipelines, real-time streaming systems, open table formats. A regular speaker at data engineering meetups and seminars, He enjoys building with open-source data stacks and, outside work, exploring Himalayan valleys on foot.

Sourav Roy is a cloud-native data solutions architect with 12+ years of experience building large-scale data platforms across retail, utilities, health insurance, real-estate analytics and fintech. He specializes in modern lakehouse & data warehouse ... Show more

Started career in international teams developing and delivering custom device management and IoT solutions for leading telecom providers worldwide. During this time leading technical teams in the delivery of customer solutions and in PreSales, which included as well the creation of architectures and cost estimates. As a solution engineer at Couchbase, he now focuses on challenging solution consulting, such as application modernization and development as well as multi-cloud strategies and especially edge computing with a focus on sustainable high user experience.

Started career in international teams developing and delivering custom device management and IoT solutions for leading telecom providers worldwide. During this time leading technical teams in the delivery of customer solutions and in PreSales, which ... 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

Dr Eugen Reiswich studied business informatics and earned his doctorate in computer science at the University of Hamburg. He has been researching and developing control centres at WPS since 2009 and works as Head of Innovation.
His current focus is on the development of unmanned traffic management solutions and industrial metaverse.

Dr Eugen Reiswich studied business informatics and earned his doctorate in computer science at the University of Hamburg. He has been researching and developing control centres at WPS since 2009 and works as Head of Innovation. His current focus is... Show more

Fiona McCarthy spent over twenty years in aviation, helping build medical evacuation networks and humanitarian air operations across Africa. They led international panels on how civilian crews were often the real backbone behind military missions on the continent, navigating high-stakes logistics that made debugging look easy. After watching aviation evolve from hands-on flying to drones and complex automation, they pivoted into digital media, co-founding a fast-growing digital-first radio platform despite having no radio or marketing background.
Their outsider perspective revealed how digital tools often miss real human behaviour, and they now focus on how developers can design tech that measures authenticity, not vanity metrics.

Fiona McCarthy spent over twenty years in aviation, helping build medical evacuation networks and humanitarian air operations across Africa. They led international panels on how civilian crews were often the real backbone behind military missions on ... Show more

Astrid Daniela is an accomplished Enrolled Agent and Quickbooks Online Pro-advisor who began her career in the auto finance industry. After 10+ years in the corporate space and with the invaluable support of her two sisters, in 2013 Astrid Daniela founded Accounting Specialists and Business Solutions, LLC. A bilingual (Spanish and English) bookkeeping and tax practice, their primary focus is assisting small business owners, self-employed individuals, start-ups, and entrepreneurs in managing their businesses using cloud-based solutions.

In the Pacific Northwest, Astrid established Salinas Tax and Accounting, LLC to support the local small business community. Collaborating with the City of Seattle and various non-profits, she dedicates herself to educating bilingual small business owners. Astrid is a passionate educator, especially for small business owners in underserved and minority communities. Drawing from her own experiences as a small business owner, she offers insightful, practical advice.

Originally hailing from El Salvador, Astrid spent 21 years living in Los Angeles before eventually settling down in the breathtaking Pacific Northwest. Beyond the world of numbers and taxes, Astrid Daniela is an avid runner, hiker, and outdoor enthusiast, constantly seeking new adventures amidst nature.

Astrid Daniela is an accomplished Enrolled Agent and Quickbooks Online Pro-advisor who began her career in the auto finance industry. After 10+ years in the corporate space and with the invaluable support of her two sisters, in 2013 Astrid Daniela fo... Show more

Dave is an experienced technologist who has done a bit of everything. He is spending his time now in the civic tech space, working with local municipal governments and nonprofits.

Dave is an experienced technologist who has done a bit of everything. He is spending his time now in the civic tech space, working with local municipal governments and nonprofits. Show more

Wolfgang Strunk works as an architect at iteratec GmbH on projects in the fields of mobility services and logistics. Before he was head of software development at Sixt Leasing SE and was responsible for the modernization of the self-developed application landscape. Wolfgang Strunk has more than twenty years of experience as a software developer, architect and consultant. His current interests are microservices, workflow automation, cloud deployments and application software integration with external partners and customers.

Wolfgang Strunk works as an architect at iteratec GmbH on projects in the fields of mobility services and logistics. Before he was head of software development at Sixt Leasing SE and was responsible for the modernization of the self-developed applica... Show more

Since 16 years around in Microsoft BI. Main topics are backend and architecture

Since 16 years around in Microsoft BI. Main topics are backend and architecture Show more

I have more than 25 years of experience in consulting, implementation, project management, and change management, primarily focused on Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central. Over the years, I’ve helped organizations navigate complex system upgrades, streamline processes, and adopt technology that drives meaningful business results.

As Co-Founder of Elephas, I lead ERP consulting and implementation projects designed to align business goals with smart, scalable systems. My passion is helping teams succeed through structured change and practical, user-focused solutions that make technology work for people—not the other way around.

I have more than 25 years of experience in consulting, implementation, project management, and change management, primarily focused on Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central. Over the years, I’ve helped organizations navigate complex system upgr... Show more

I thrive on community and Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform has a great one! I am a versatile professional who encourages collaboration, delivers creative and effective solutions (What I call noodling😀). My natural high-energy approach smashed together with varied experience in IT, communication, marketing, business analysis, and project management is a strong foundation for any new challenge. I am passionate about building community, strong relationships, providing excellent customer service, and supporting the growth and success of my peers. Now it is my pleasure to support the community 💯in my role as a Community Strategy Director at DUG (Dynamics User Group)!

I thrive on community and Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform has a great one! I am a versatile professional who encourages collaboration, delivers creative and effective solutions (What I call noodling😀). My natural high-energy approach smash... Show more

Romaine has spent over 40 years with companies providing automation to optimize customer distribution, manufacturing, and warehousing operations. Focusing on processes, software, and equipment automation to meet their business requirements, Romaine has helped dozens of organizations improve their profitability by reducing labor, floor space, error rates, and inventory levels while improving throughput, accuracy, inventory turns, and cut-off times.

Within the industry trade association, MHI, Romaine has been elected to numerous leadership positions, including Chairman of the AS/RS Group, the Order Fulfillment Council of America, and the Warehouse Execution Systems Group. Marketing Chairman of the Solutions Community. A founder of the Carousel and VLM Product Section Group and created the first ANSI industry safety standards for horizontal carousels.

Romaine is a frequent editorial and information contributor to hundreds of publications, blogs, and podcasts and has been a speaker at dozens of Supply Chain, Logistics, Lean and Facility organizations.

Just a few include the IFDA, Candy & Confectionary Group, Modex, Promat, Warehousing Education & Research Council (WERC), Parcel Forum, Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), NJ Material Handling Assoc., Applied Ergonomics, Lean Manufacturing Conference, CSCMP, NeoCon, and many more.
Romaine has held top management positions for industry leaders Conveyco Technologies, Tompkins, SI Systems, Kardex Remstar, and White Systems (a division of FKI).

Romaine has spent over 40 years with companies providing automation to optimize customer distribution, manufacturing, and warehousing operations. Focusing on processes, software, and equipment automation to meet their business requirements, Romaine h... Show more

Roman is conducting security audits for more than ten years. The interest in embedded device hacking has become his profession, where he spends most of his time and money on. Buying new IoT devices and taking them apart became his main weekend activity. He has a passion for firmware reversing, rebuilding custom protocols and performing power glitching attacks against locked chips. Roman reported multiple vulnerabilities in web interfaces, bootloaders and proprietary protocols. He holds guest lectures at universities in Germany and is the lead of the mobile device hacking course. He works in the automotive sector.

Roman is conducting security audits for more than ten years. The interest in embedded device hacking has become his profession, where he spends most of his time and money on. Buying new IoT devices and taking them apart became his main weekend activi... Show more

Erik Pronk is a passionate software engineer that has been working in IT since 2001. During this period he has gained a lot of experience in a variety of technologies, roles, development environments and market segments. His main focus is on implementing enterprise solutions in an agile way. In his spare time, Erik loves to run and experiment with VR and domotics. Erik works at JDriven where he shares his passion and drive with other colleagues.

Erik Pronk is a passionate software engineer that has been working in IT since 2001. During this period he has gained a lot of experience in a variety of technologies, roles, development environments and market segments. His main focus is on implemen... Show more

Victor Getz is really passionate about platform engineering and surfing. He likes to show things as they are, whether good or bad, from his projects.

As the Co-Founder & CTO of iits-consulting and has been active in software development for over 10 years. As a CTO & cloud architect, he has created a multitude of cloud architectures in recent years with petabytes of data or millions of daily users.

Victor Getz is really passionate about platform engineering and surfing. He likes to show things as they are, whether good or bad, from his projects. As the Co-Founder & CTO of iits-consulting and has been active in software development for over ... Show more

Mike Ullrich ist Managing Consultant bei der Objektkultur. Neben den 13 Jahren Erfahrungen im Projektgeschäft mit Microsoft Cloud Technologien zieht er seine Erfahrung aus 9 Jahren in einem KI-Start-Up, aus der Gründung und Skalierung eines eigenen Unternehmens. Sein Fokus ist Dynamics 365 Customer Experience, Power Platform und Copilot Studio.

Mike Ullrich ist Managing Consultant bei der Objektkultur. Neben den 13 Jahren Erfahrungen im Projektgeschäft mit Microsoft Cloud Technologien zieht er seine Erfahrung aus 9 Jahren in einem KI-Start-Up, aus der Gründung und Skalierung eines eigenen U... Show more

Ulf Mewe ist als Berater bei der HEC GmbH in Bremen tätig. Er berät und unterstützt Unternehmen, Fachbereiche und Teams in den Bereichen Anforderungsmanagement und agiles Projektvorgehen. Dabei steht die Weiterentwicklung von Menschen und Organisationen immer im Vordergrund, um Arbeit wertvoller zu machen. Als Sprecher auf verschiedenen Konferenzen und als Dozent an der Hochschule Bremen profitiert Ulf Mewe von mehr als 10 Jahren Erfahrung im agilen Anforderungsmanagement und in agilen Projekten und teilt diese Erfahrungen immer wieder gerne mit anderen.

Ulf Mewe ist als Berater bei der HEC GmbH in Bremen tätig. Er berät und unterstützt Unternehmen, Fachbereiche und Teams in den Bereichen Anforderungsmanagement und agiles Projektvorgehen. Dabei steht die Weiterentwicklung von Menschen und Organisatio... Show more