Transports & Logistics

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

Abhijit Joshi

Abhijit Joshi

Abhijit Joshi is a seasoned Oracle Cloud ERP Transformation Professional with over 19 years of experience in ERP project execution and manufacturing operations. He has led more than eight enterprise-wide ERP transformations and numerous rollouts across the US, Canada, and India. With 14 years focused on Oracle ERP (Cloud and JDE) and five years in the manufacturing sector, Abhijit brings a rare blend of functional expertise and hands-on industry knowledge. At Deloitte Consulting, he has played pivotal roles in SCM transformation, data migration, solution design, and leadership across multiple sectors including food & beverage, pharma, and consumer goods. His certifications include Oracle Procurement Cloud, Inventory Cloud, and Manufacturing Cloud, and he holds an Executive MBA in Operations alongside a Bachelor’s in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.

Abhijit Joshi is a seasoned Oracle Cloud ERP Transformation Professional with over 19 years of experience in ERP project execution and manufacturing operations. He has led more than eight enterprise-wide ERP transformations and numerous rollouts acro... Show more

Geoffrey De Smet

Geoffrey De Smet

Geoffrey De Smet is the creator of Timefold (previously OptaPlanner), the open source AI constraint solver for Java or Kotlin.
Around the globe, Timefold automates and optimizes vehicle routing, maintenance scheduling, job shop scheduling, employee scheduling and other planning problems.
Geoffrey is an international speaker on planning optimization.

Geoffrey De Smet is the creator of Timefold (previously OptaPlanner), the open source AI constraint solver for Java or Kotlin. Around the globe, Timefold automates and optimizes vehicle routing, maintenance scheduling, job shop scheduling, employee ... Show more

Lauro Valente

Lauro Valente

Reconhecido entre os TOP 50 executivos em inovação e tecnologia pelo Inovatech 2024, Lauro tem mais de 15 anos de experiência em tecnologia e transformação digital. Graduado em Engenharia da Computação e com MBA em Gestão de Projetos de Software, consolidou sua carreira no Grupo Volvo, ocupando desde funções operacionais até papéis estratégicos em digitalização e TI.

Atualmente lidera um time de 80 pessoas, reestruturando equipes para maximizar entrega de valor e eliminar gargalos operacionais. Entre seus principais resultados, reduziu custos de nuvem em 10%, eliminou 3 aplicações legadas, reduziu o débito técnico em 83% e aumentou métricas de qualidade em 24 vezes. Também liderou iniciativas de IA generativa que impulsionaram as vendas do Grupo, enquanto reduzia a pegada de carbono da TI em 3 toneladas ao ano.

No braço de Energia da Volvo, criou um modelo de monetização para baterias de segunda vida e desenvolveu um sistema para maximizar a eficiência energética em eletromobilidade. Como Enterprise Architect, desempenhou um papel decisivo na liberação de investimentos milionários em tecnologia e inovação.

Sua liderança transforma TI em vantagem competitiva, garantindo que tecnologia e inovação acelerem os objetivos estratégicos do negócio.

Reconhecido entre os TOP 50 executivos em inovação e tecnologia pelo Inovatech 2024, Lauro tem mais de 15 anos de experiência em tecnologia e transformação digital. Graduado em Engenharia da Computação e com MBA em Gestão de Projetos de Software, con... Show more

Eugene Chang

Eugene Chang

Eugene Chang is the embodiment of elegance and persuasive expertise in the forensic engineering landscape, akin to the Sherlock Holmes of this domain. With an illustrious 18-year career as a serial entrepreneur, he has pioneered groundbreaking ventures in construction, blockchain, and drone technology. Eugene's academic credentials are equally impressive, boasting an MBA from UIC, a Master of Science, and dual degrees in Law and Civil Engineering from Taiwan University.

Eugene Chang is the embodiment of elegance and persuasive expertise in the forensic engineering landscape, akin to the Sherlock Holmes of this domain. With an illustrious 18-year career as a serial entrepreneur, he has pioneered groundbreaking ventur... Show more

Antoine Belleguie

Antoine Belleguie

Antoine is Innovation Projects Manager at Rail Logistics Europe, where he leads two strategic programmes: Monitor (a France 2030 project to digitize freight) and GreenPower (focused on energy efficiency and low-carbon technologies). He is a member of the European working group on Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC), a former Research Engineer at Alstom, and holds a PhD in Transport Economics. His research focused on the technical, environmental, and economic assessment of decarbonized rail alternatives. He served as technical referent for the IPCEI Hy2Tech programme. In 2024, he coordinated the Energy Transition Task Force at ANRT, and in 2025, was appointed France’s Ambassador for the European Climate Pact. He also lectures in the Hydrogen Specialized Master’s Program at IFP School.

Antoine is Innovation Projects Manager at Rail Logistics Europe, where he leads two strategic programmes: Monitor (a France 2030 project to digitize freight) and GreenPower (focused on energy efficiency and low-carbon technologies). He is a member of... Show more

Nora Plambeck

Nora Plambeck

Nora is a passionate, personable, and vigorous person who thrives on adventure. She is devoted to inspiring individuals to embrace their unique strengths and inherent worth. Drawing from her diverse cultural experience, including living with, and parenting a teenager with ADHD, as well as over 15 years of strategic coaching helping organizations cultivate cultures of empowered teams. She leverages various strength-based models and principles of positive psychology to empower individuals to thrive and advocate for themselves and others in their own unique way

Nora is a passionate, personable, and vigorous person who thrives on adventure. She is devoted to inspiring individuals to embrace their unique strengths and inherent worth. Drawing from her diverse cultural experience, including living with, and par... Show more

Guillermo Uranga

Guillermo Uranga

Mexican entrepreneur Rails Developer focus in Health & Wellness Technologies trying to give better tools to Health professionals and improve wellness and health services to mexican people.

Mexican entrepreneur Rails Developer focus in Health & Wellness Technologies trying to give better tools to Health professionals and improve wellness and health services to mexican people. Show more

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Esaya is a Drupal front end developer , IT Technical Trainer, and Tech Entrepreneur, self-taught individual who is passionate about Technology, problem-solving, and community development.

Esaya is a Drupal front end developer , IT Technical Trainer, and Tech Entrepreneur, self-taught individual who is passionate about Technology, problem-solving, and community development. Show more

Oier Violet

Oier Violet

I stumbled into product management somewhat unexpectedly, initially thinking it wasn't the right fit for me. However, I have accumulated 10 years of experience in agile and product management. I began my career in companies following waterfall methodologies and have assisted in their transition to agile practices. Currently, my main focus is on understanding and measuring the value of products, as well as providing support to product teams. My approach to life and work is iterative and incremental.

I stumbled into product management somewhat unexpectedly, initially thinking it wasn't the right fit for me. However, I have accumulated 10 years of experience in agile and product management. I began my career in companies following waterfall method... Show more

Dennis Loh-Mandrella

Dennis Loh-Mandrella

Dennis Loh-Mandrella is a real all-rounder when it comes to data solutions in the cloud. He mainly deals with backend topics. Formerly using SSIS and the Azure Cloud (Synapse), today with Microsoft Fabric.
As an expert, he always has the right blueprint ready and keeps an eye on the business benefits. He supports his customers efficiently from the idea to the finished solution.

Dennis Loh-Mandrella is a real all-rounder when it comes to data solutions in the cloud. He mainly deals with backend topics. Formerly using SSIS and the Azure Cloud (Synapse), today with Microsoft Fabric. As an expert, he always has the right bluep... Show more

TaQuonda Hill

TaQuonda Hill

TaQuonda Hill is a strategic, results-driven leader in Global Change and Transformation, known for delivering impactful outcomes across complex, enterprise-wide initiatives. With a proven track record leading global transformation programs, software implementations, organizational realignments, and M&A change strategies, she brings a powerful blend of business acumen and financial insight to every endeavor.

Currently serving as General Manager of IT Transformation at Delta Air Lines, TaQuonda leads some of the organization’s most ambitious initiatives, including its largest Cloud Migration and People Enablement program. Her work is central to operationalizing a new, product-centric Cloud Target Operating Model, designed to drive innovation and modernize ways of working across all IT portfolios and operations.

TaQuonda’s career spans leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies and top-tier Big 4 consulting firms, where she has consistently championed transformation excellence and organizational effectiveness. She is also a passionate advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I), serving as a Corporate Ambassador and thought leader in this space.

Beyond her corporate achievements, TaQuonda is the Co-Founder and Vice President of The Fortitude Collective, a platform dedicated to creating empowering spaces for women to connect, grow, and lead. She is a servant leader in her community, having held executive board roles in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., where she chaired the Social Action & Political Involvement Committee. She is also an active member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women – Atlanta Chapter and Lake Spivey Chapter of Jack & Jill of America.

TaQuonda holds both a Master of Business Administration and a Master’s in Human Resource Management. Known as a visionary strategist and dynamic engagement curator, she brings energy, clarity, and purpose to every room she enters. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and cherishing moments with her husband and children.

TaQuonda Hill is a strategic, results-driven leader in Global Change and Transformation, known for delivering impactful outcomes across complex, enterprise-wide initiatives. With a proven track record leading global transformation programs, software ... Show more

Chase Baker

Chase Baker

Chase is a seasoned professional who uses Six Sigma techniques, statistical methods, and advanced analytics software to create high-quality deliverables across various business units. In addition to his technical expertise, Chase is skilled at communicating insights from data to guide leadership and gain project support.

Chase is a seasoned professional who uses Six Sigma techniques, statistical methods, and advanced analytics software to create high-quality deliverables across various business units. In addition to his technical expertise, Chase is skilled at commun... Show more

Guillaume Proust

Guillaume Proust

Driven by a lifelong fascination with technology, Guillaume has built a career connecting people with innovative solutions.
His career spans various industries, from public service (retirement, firefighting) to the private sector (real estate, transport, and finance), where he honed his Java skills in diverse environments.
At Swissquote, he transitioned from a successful five-year tenure as a Java developer (including two years in a management role) to lead the Tech Talent Academy. In this role, he creates impactful onboarding experiences, empowering engineers and introducing technical concepts to business-oriented colleagues.
This passion for knowledge-sharing stems from his belief in the power of continuous learning... and, of course, delicious meals!

Driven by a lifelong fascination with technology, Guillaume has built a career connecting people with innovative solutions. His career spans various industries, from public service (retirement, firefighting) to the private sector (real estate, tran... Show more

Patrick Fontana

Patrick Fontana

25 years of system engineering and consulting in the Microsoft Partner area. Specialized in hybrid IT Infrastructure, hybrid management, AzureAD and Azure solution design for app modernization, assessment and developer support.
AI integration for critical workloads and highly customized and hybrid solutions which covers also highly regulated environment.

25 years of system engineering and consulting in the Microsoft Partner area. Specialized in hybrid IT Infrastructure, hybrid management, AzureAD and Azure solution design for app modernization, assessment and developer support. AI integration for cr... Show more

Hans Lagerweij

Hans Lagerweij

Hans, originally from the Netherlands and now based in Miami, holds an MBA from Erasmus University Rotterdam and an MA in Brand Management. He's the author of the bestseller, "The Why Whisperer: How to Motivate and Align Teams That Get Your Strategy Done," an insightful guide for leaders aiming to build engaged teams for exceptional results and double-digit growth. Early in his career, Hans held various roles in Brand Activation, Development, Sales, and Innovation Management at leading Packaged Consumer Goods companies including Kimberly-Clark and Sara Lee. In 2008, he combined his passion for adventure travel with commercial management as Managing Director of Sawadee Reizen in Amsterdam. In 2010, Hans moved to Toronto, becoming President and CEO of Quark Expeditions, a polar cruise company. Under his leadership, the company was featured as a “best in class” business case in David Meerman Scott’s book The New Rules of Sales & Service. In 2015, Hans oversaw all adventure brands within TUI Travel, a portfolio successfully sold in 2017. Following this, he served as CEO and President of Victory Cruise Lines, a boutique luxury cruise startup, which was also sold in 2019. Most recently, Hans was President of International Businesses at Albatros Travel, managing brands such as Albatros Expeditions and Albatros Arctic Circle, and held a Senior Vice President position at Four Seasons. Hans now leads his own consultancy, Flying Dutchman Consultancy, specializing in strategic and commercial growth challenges. With experience living and working in seven countries, he's known for creating exceptional customer experiences. His ventures range from commanding a nuclear icebreaker to the North Pole to organizing marathons in extraordinary locations, including the Great Wall of China, expedition cruises in the Peruvian Amazon, and camping in Antarctica.

Hans, originally from the Netherlands and now based in Miami, holds an MBA from Erasmus University Rotterdam and an MA in Brand Management. He's the author of the bestseller, "The Why Whisperer: How to Motivate and Align Teams That Get Your Strategy ... Show more

Tamara Kondakjian-Ravel

Tamara Kondakjian-Ravel

Experte en agilité, en management d'équipe et en transformation des entreprises, j’ai guidé de nombreuses équipes à travers des programmes de transformation agile et numérique. Je me suis systématique appuyée sur l'agilité comme levier pour insuffler une dynamique qui fait sens au sein des équipes projets, et également pour alimenter l'énergie nécessaire au lien entre les personnes pour bien travailler ensemble.

Ma vision ? Faire de l’agilité bien plus qu’un cadre méthodologique : un véritable catalyseur de sens, d'énergie collective et de performance durable.
À travers mes interventions, je démontre comment l’intelligence émotionnelle et les dynamiques relationnelles sont les clés essentielles pour surmonter les résistances au changement et instaurer une collaboration harmonieuse et performante.

Que ce soit comme oratrice, coach ou formatrice, je suis animée par une mission : inspirer, transmettre et outiller les leaders et équipes pour qu’ils dépassent leurs propres limites, naviguent avec audace dans la complexité, et transforment chaque défi en opportunité.

Experte en agilité, en management d'équipe et en transformation des entreprises, j’ai guidé de nombreuses équipes à travers des programmes de transformation agile et numérique. Je me suis systématique appuyée sur l'agilité comme levier pour insuffler... Show more

Colleen Turner

Colleen Turner

Colleen is an Associate Vice President and Michael Baker’s Greater DC / Maryland Planning Practice Lead, with 25 years of experience in transportation and environmental planning and policy. She leads a team of professionals dedicated to accelerating the electrification of the transportation sector through the development of plans, programs, and policies for state and local governments.

Colleen returned to Michael Baker in February 2021 following her employment as the Assistant Director of the Maryland Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Office of Planning and Capital Programming (OPCP). During her tenure at MDOT, Colleen oversaw long-range environmental planning and the planning and deployment of innovative transportation technologies including zero emission vehicles (ZEV) and connected and automated vehicles (CAV). She managed MDOT’s air quality and climate change mitigation programs and participated in national discussions related to the electrification of the transportation sector, sharing her expertise with the White House, the National Governor’s Association (NGA), the Transportation Research Board (TRB), and the American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO).

Colleen is a member of the TRB Standing Committee on Alternative Fuels and Technologies (AMS40). She is the former Chair of the AASHTO Air Quality Climate Change and Energy subcommittee of the Committee on Environment and Sustainability.

Colleen is an Associate Vice President and Michael Baker’s Greater DC / Maryland Planning Practice Lead, with 25 years of experience in transportation and environmental planning and policy. She leads a team of professionals dedicated to accelerating ... Show more

Eduardo Padron

Eduardo Padron

Data engineer in a logistics enterprise

Data engineer in a logistics enterprise Show more

Tomasz Kądziołka

Tomasz Kądziołka

I started my career as the Android Developer, then I have enriched it with Flutter possibilities. Now I share knowledge about connecting these technologies to achieve business and tech synergy.

I started my career as the Android Developer, then I have enriched it with Flutter possibilities. Now I share knowledge about connecting these technologies to achieve business and tech synergy. Show more

Pavan Kumar Adepu

Pavan Kumar Adepu

I’ve had the privilege to grow from a hands-on software engineer into a seasoned engineering leader, a journey that’s given me a well-rounded perspective on building impactful technology, nurturing talent, and aligning technical solutions with business goals.

In my earlier roles, I focused on designing scalable systems, solving complex problems, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver features like intelligent pricing models and AI-driven recommendations. As I advanced, I developed a strong interest in team leadership and organizational strategy. Today, I lead high-performing engineering teams, championing a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and mentorship. I’m passionate about developing people as much as I am about building products.

Outside of work, I stay actively engaged with the tech community through mentoring, judging tech awards, and contributing to forums focused on AI/ML and cloud transformation. Some of my volunteering work and other credentials include: 
* Member of IEEE Computer Society
* Peer Reviewed over 50 IEEE Conference Papers 
* Active Manuscript reviewer - Peer Reviewed 3+ Books on Technology by Manning Publication 
* Judged & Mentored in Several Hackathons 

I’ve had the privilege to grow from a hands-on software engineer into a seasoned engineering leader, a journey that’s given me a well-rounded perspective on building impactful technology, nurturing talent, and aligning technical solutions with busine... Show more

Mike Chisholm

Mike Chisholm

Mike Chisholm is a visionary leader and strategic powerhouse, renowned for his ability to drive transformative growth and operational excellence across diverse industries. He holds an executive MBA from Ivey Business School. Over the course of his career, Mike has generated nearly a billion dollars in enterprise value, showcasing his exceptional impact on business performance.

Mike is Founder and CEO of Chisholm Consulting Group Inc. www.chisholmconsultinggroup.com and has spent decades helping boards, executives, and business owners navigate complex challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Mike’s areas of expertise include:
-Mergers and Acquisitions
-Turnarounds
-Due diligence
-Growth strategy development

With a robust background that includes senior leadership roles in logistics, supply chain optimization, and corporate development, Mike combines hands-on operational experience with sharp strategic insight.

In addition to consulting, Mike shares his knowledge through speaking engagements and writing for the most widely read publication that bridges the gap between academic research and business practice (Harvard Business Review), offering thought leadership on a wide range of topics including self-advocacy in the corporate world to professional global logistics trends and transformative business strategies.

Mike’s approach is defined by decisive action, clear communication, and an unwavering commitment to creating lasting value for stakeholders. Whether architecting bold growth strategies or tackling operational challenges head-on, Mike Chisholm stands as a trusted partner in driving success and shaping the future of businesses worldwide.

Mike Chisholm is a visionary leader and strategic powerhouse, renowned for his ability to drive transformative growth and operational excellence across diverse industries. He holds an executive MBA from Ivey Business School. Over the course of his ca... Show more

Rohit Salecha

Rohit Salecha

Rohit Salecha is a technology geek who loves to explore anything that runs and understands binary. As a security engineer he is passionate about learning the length,breadth and depth of technology.

Being more on the defensive side he has evangelised secure software development at various organizations for more than a decade.

He is ridiculously driven by “everything as code” mantra and strongly believes that security team must strive towards making themselves irrelevant.

Rohit Salecha is a technology geek who loves to explore anything that runs and understands binary. As a security engineer he is passionate about learning the length,breadth and depth of technology. Being more on the defensive side he has evangelis... Show more

Kabir Ringim

Kabir Ringim

Kabir is a seasoned tech entrepreneur with expertise in building successful companies. He founded GratisShops, an e-commerce platform designed for SMEs, which processed over $8 million in transactions. Following this success, he served as CTO of Biznugget, a rapidly growing online marketplace, where he played a pivotal role in its expansion.

After leaving Biznugget, Kabir founded FennecHMS, an AI and data analytics company focused on the Proptech sector. Under his leadership, FennecHMS managed assets worth 8 figures and sold properties with value of more than $20 million before achieving a successful exit. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to leveraging technology for business growth, Kabir continues to drive impact in the tech industry.

Kabir is a seasoned tech entrepreneur with expertise in building successful companies. He founded GratisShops, an e-commerce platform designed for SMEs, which processed over $8 million in transactions. Following this success, he served as CTO of Bizn... Show more

Abhishek Sharma

Abhishek Sharma

Driven by a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges, I've spent the last 8 years as a DevOps Engineer, specialising in workflow automation and pipeline optimisation. I believe Flyte is a game-changer for building scalable and reliable data and ML solutions. At KubeCon 2025 India, I'll demonstrate how Flyte can help you overcome common DevOps hurdles and accelerate your development cycles.

Driven by a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges, I've spent the last 8 years as a DevOps Engineer, specialising in workflow automation and pipeline optimisation. I believe Flyte is a game-changer for building scalable and reliable d... Show more

Troy Walker

Troy Walker

Troy Zakari Walker is a visionary leader whose work bridges corporate strategy with social impact. As President of Zakari Walker Group (ZWG) and CEO of Impact Nation Community Services, Troy heads a consulting firm and nonprofit organization that empowers underserved communities, strengthens organizational strategy, and drives economic and social transformation.

With over a decade of experience in behavioral health, reentry programming, and fatherhood advocacy, Troy is recognized for his trauma-informed, evidence-based practices that enable individuals and families to achieve lasting stability. At ZWG, he consults on program development, strategic planning, and grant writing, helping organizations secure essential funding and enhance operational efficiency. His entrepreneurial spirit has expanded ZWG's reach into real estate, film production, and exclusive events, fostering professional and community networking.

In the public sphere, Troy’s leadership extends to his candidacy for the U.S. Senate, where he advocated for social equity, economic opportunity, and systemic change. As a sought-after speaker, he shares insights on corporate strategy, innovation, and social responsibility, inspiring leaders to align their business goals with impactful community outcomes. Through his work, Troy Zakari Walker is committed to blending corporate success with social consciousness, positioning him as a transformative figure in business and social innovation.

Troy Zakari Walker is a visionary leader whose work bridges corporate strategy with social impact. As President of Zakari Walker Group (ZWG) and CEO of Impact Nation Community Services, Troy heads a consulting firm and nonprofit organization that emp... Show more

Marisa Burn

Marisa Burn

Marisa Burn is a entrepreneur, and creative professional based in Zürich, Switzerland. She is the Co-Lead of E-Learning at Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), where she develops innovative digital learning strategies and leads the CAS (Certificate of Advanced Studies) in Digital Learning and Teaching Cultures. In this role, she explores the future of education, shaping teaching methods to meet the needs of a new generation of learners.

As the Co-Founder and Head of Innovation & Process at House of Change Burn Pichler, Marisa helps organizations navigate digital transformation and creative processes. She is also the Co-Founder of the holistic design agency Burninglights, where she specializes in creating holistic experiences, fostering collaboration, and designing authentic branding and mindful lifestyle solutions.

Marisa holds a degree in Postindustrial Design with a focus on Process Design and Interaction Leading from HyperWerk FHNW. Her artistic pursuits span multiple disciplines, including music, performance art, painting, and sculpture. As an interdisciplinary artist and activist, she co-founded the Peace Club, an initiative that organizes events fostering genuine human connections and promoting a more intentional way of living.

With over 15 years of experience as an independent entrepreneur, Marisa brings a unique blend of creativity, strategy, and mindfulness to everything she does, driving forward-thinking approaches in both business and education.

Marisa Burn is a entrepreneur, and creative professional based in Zürich, Switzerland. She is the Co-Lead of E-Learning at Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), where she develops innovative digital learning strategies and leads the CAS (Certificate ... Show more

Simon Contreras

Simon Contreras

Digital Transformation Leader with 25+ years at premium brands (Diageo, P&G) and tech pioneers (AWS, Amazon).

Trusted C-Suite advisor delivering growth through innovative eCommerce, IoT, and AI/ML strategies. Cloud expert who translates complex data into business outcomes.

Shapes future leaders as guest lecturer at University of Geneva and HEG, combining real-world expertise with academic insights to remain at technology's forefront.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Digital Transformation Leader with 25+ years at premium brands (Diageo, P&G) and tech pioneers (AWS, Amazon). Trusted C-Suite advisor delivering growth through innovative eCommerce, IoT, and AI/ML strategies. Cloud expert who translates complex da... Show more

Yaqi Chen

Yaqi Chen

Dedicated to building solutions that serve as sustainable investments for your business, we work together to advance your business goals.

Dedicated to building solutions that serve as sustainable investments for your business, we work together to advance your business goals. Show more

Tombozi Mbewe-Ncube

Tombozi Mbewe-Ncube

Tombozi Mbewe-Ncube is the co-founder of VT Business Consultants, a Johannesburg based firm that specialises in providing tailor made operational and financial solutions to SME’s.

A holder of a Bsc. Production Management with a post graduate qualification in Project Management, Tombozi has worked in the Logistics sector for BP Global and has extensive experience in the manufacturing sector where she peaked as Technical Lead.

Tombozi’s specialty is Product Strategy where she has niched in helping female founders navigate from product idea to market.
Business Development projects at which she has worked on include:-
Mentor: Sasol Women in Mining (South Africa-2023)
Mentor: Groupe SOS’ Oribi AfriFOODlinks (South Africa-2024)
Coach: Barrick Lumwana Business Accelerator (Zambia-2024)
Mentor:OceanHub Series 5 Business Accelarator (South Africa/Kenya-2024)

Tombozi was also a speaker at:-
The Global Mentorship Conference(2023)
African Leadership University’s Global Entrepreneurship Week Capability Lab on Startup Market Research (2024)

Tombozi is also an author of a semi-autobiographical book about the socio-economic struggles of African women.The Confident Comeback has sparked conversations that have seen her featured on several talk radio shows and news outlets such as eNCA news.

Tombozi Mbewe-Ncube is the co-founder of VT Business Consultants, a Johannesburg based firm that specialises in providing tailor made operational and financial solutions to SME’s. A holder of a Bsc. Production Management with a post graduate quali... Show more

Janine Robar

Janine Robar

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmentally conscious transportation solutions for Michigan residents. Janine leads innovation growth initiatives at OFME including signature grant programs under the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform (MMFP) and state-wide testing assets. In addition to managing MMFP, she facilitates industry collaboration through various working groups convening subject matter experts to identify challenges in the state and develop solutions.

Prior to joining OFME, Janine was an associate director leading the mobility practice at Antenna Group, a leading cleantech communications agency. In this role, Janine focused on strategy development, media relations, and project management across account teams. Janine’s client experience spans product launches, company rebrands, high-profile public and private partnerships, market entries and crisis management. Her areas of expertise include advanced transportation infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, battery technology and growth-focused programs including incubators and accelerators.

Additionally, Janine previously led the overall b2b and b2c marketing communications strategy for Shift Transit, a mobility operations startup focusing on first/last-mile micromobiltiy solutions. Janine has also held multiple positions at leading automotive b2b publication, Automotive News including integrated marketing manager and conference specialist. While at Automotive News Janine planned and executed large-scale conferences and events for industry executives as well as integrated marketing campaigns and custom content for industry partners. In 2019, Janine was honored with the Automotive News Tony Merpi Award for Leadership & Innovation for her efforts in streamlining cross-functional processes.

A longtime cycling enthusiast and advocate, she is passionate about helping organizations develop accessible and equitable mobility solutions. Janine holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Marketing from Eastern Michigan University and lives on the eastside of Detroit.

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmen... Show more

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