Obinna Iheanachor is a Senior AI/Data Engineer based in Leeds, specialising in building production-grade data platforms, analytics systems, and AI-powered decision tools. He has worked across energy, fintech, supply chain, and manufacturing, delivering data and AI solutions for organisations including Rotork, Budweiser, and M-Kopa.

His work focuses on the intersection of data engineering, analytics, and applied AI with a particular interest in designing systems that move beyond dashboards to support real business decisions. Obinna regularly shares practical insights through public speaking, open-source projects, and technical content, and is passionate about helping teams adopt modern data and AI capabilities in a responsible, scalable way.

Obinna Iheanachor is a Senior AI/Data Engineer based in Leeds, specialising in building production-grade data platforms, analytics systems, and AI-powered decision tools. He has worked across energy, fintech, supply chain, and manufacturing, deliveri... 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

Basit Ajibade is a UX leader, design thinker, product designer and circumstantial ambivert.

His practice spans user experience design, product design, and design thinking, with a sustained focus on insight-led, human-centred work across logistics, agritech, e-commerce, fintech, non-profit, and civic technology contexts. Over the years, he has collaborated with diverse product teams and contributed to open-source and community initiatives, including projects with Google Developers Groups in Lafia and Ado-Ekiti. His work reflects a consistent concern for aligning user needs with organisational and business objectives, informed by experience in user research, UX writing, product strategy, and UX audits.

He holds a First Class degree in Business from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and is a certified User Experience Designer by Google and Georgia Institute of Technology, with additional professional training in Enterprise Design Thinking from IBM. His portfolio includes work with organisations and platforms such as SendIT, InfoByte, Amona, Future Forward, SmartClimate, Shipway, Vitanura, Verivent, iLEAD AFRICA, CivicPadi, and Swapive.
AbdulBasit is a Jim Leech Mastercard Fellow of Entrepreneurship at Queen’s University, Canada, a Young Innovation Fellow at Hutzpa Innovations at the African University of Science and Technology, Abuja, and a regional winner of the AFEX Product Hackathon. He also won the Ingressive for Good Hackathon in 2022 and co-founded TechClarity Coach, where he contributes to mentorship and capacity-building initiatives across Africa.

He is currently a Product Designer at UpNawt Studio, a solution design agency in Nigeria.

Basit Ajibade is a UX leader, design thinker, product designer and circumstantial ambivert. His practice spans user experience design, product design, and design thinking, with a sustained focus on insight-led, human-centred work across logistics,... Show more

Dr. Mahbubul Alam is a Chief Research Scientist at Hitachi America’s Industrial AI Lab, where he translates complex business challenges into deployable, real-world AI solutions. He brings sixteen years of academic and industry experience in machine learning, deep learning, and computer vision, with particular emphasis on industrial visual inspection, predictive maintenance, and automation.

He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Old Dominion University, where his doctoral research introduced novel deep learning methods for solving challenging computer vision problems. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Computer Science and Engineering from Jahangirnagar University, graduating with the highest academic distinction and receiving the University Gold Medal.

Dr. Alam has more than four thousand Google Scholar citations, is a Marquis Who’s Who Honored Listee for 2025, and serves as a reviewer for leading IEEE journals. His work bridges AI theory with scalable industrial applications.

Dr. Mahbubul Alam is a Chief Research Scientist at Hitachi America’s Industrial AI Lab, where he translates complex business challenges into deployable, real-world AI solutions. He brings sixteen years of academic and industry experience in machine l... Show more

Senior Software Engineer passionate about low-level programming and performance optimization. I build PHP extensions, explore PHP internals, and dive deep into systems programming with C, Rust, and Zig. Creator of CSVToolkit - high-performance CSV processing tools achieving 3.6x-4.8x speed improvements

💼 What I Do
Senior Systems Engineer & PHP Internals Developer specializing in Performance Optimization, PHP Extensions & Low-Level Programming

🔧 PHP Extension Development - Building high-performance extensions that bridge PHP with systems programming
⚡ Performance Engineering - Optimizing at the language and system level for maximum efficiency
🐘 PHP Internals Research - Studying the Zend engine architecture and preparing for core contributions
🦀 Systems Programming - Leveraging C, Rust, and Zig for performance-critical components
🏗️ Backend Architecture - Designing scalable systems with deep understanding of underlying performance
📊 CSV Processing Innovation - Creating high-performance CSV tools that outperform native implementations by 3.6x-4.8x

Senior Software Engineer passionate about low-level programming and performance optimization. I build PHP extensions, explore PHP internals, and dive deep into systems programming with C, Rust, and Zig. Creator of CSVToolkit - high-performance CSV pr... Show more

Creating my first database at the age of 15, on a ZX Spectrum :-), and being in the BI/data business professionally as of 1998, I've delivered a lot of succesful solutions in various domains and various technologies, from designing the data lake(house)/data warehouse/database with ETL procedures till building the reporting environment on top of this data warehouse, database or cube.
I've been trained by Ralph Kimball and Dan Linstedt (Certified Data Vault 2.0 Practitioner (CDVP2)). Also had the pleasure of dining with Bill Inmon (yes, I know the reason for the issues with Ralph).
My current focus as a Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert is on creating future proof environments where data lake(house)s can live to their full potential.
I have experience working in multi-cultural environments on geographically distributed locations.
I'm a team player who is capable to coordinate a team to get the right results on time. Not scared of taking initiative I'm very driven to communicate with the customer to find out his or her user requirements.

Creating my first database at the age of 15, on a ZX Spectrum :-), and being in the BI/data business professionally as of 1998, I've delivered a lot of succesful solutions in various domains and various technologies, from designing the data lake(hous... 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

David Oluwabusayo is a seasoned Software Engineer, Community Manager, and technology leader with over 7 years of comprehensive experience spanning government, public, and private sector organizations. As the Chief Technology Officer at Paperless, he drives innovation in digital transformation and paperless workspace solutions.

David specializes in cross-platform application development with a particular focus on Flutter framework. His technical proficiency spans multiple domains:
* Mobile Development
* Web Development:
* Backend Systems
* Cloud Technologies
* Desktop Application

Beyond his technical contributions, David is a passionate advocate for technology adoption and knowledge sharing.

David's greatest strengths lie in his insatiable curiosity and open-mindedness toward emerging technologies. He believes in continuous learning and maintains a humble perspective on knowledge acquisition, understanding that the journey of discovery in technology is endless.

As a strong advocate for paperless workspaces and digital efficiency, David is dedicated to building solutions that streamline processes, reduce environmental impact, and enhance productivity across various sectors.

"David is Half geek, half brilliant - always learning, always growing."

David Oluwabusayo is a seasoned Software Engineer, Community Manager, and technology leader with over 7 years of comprehensive experience spanning government, public, and private sector organizations. As the Chief Technology Officer at Paperless, he ... Show more

Kana Tukadiya is a passionate software developer specializing in modern web and mobile technologies. With hands-on experience in React, React Native, and full-stack development, Kana focuses on building scalable, user-centric applications. Kana enjoys exploring new frameworks, improving development workflows, and sharing practical knowledge with the tech community.

Kana Tukadiya is a passionate software developer specializing in modern web and mobile technologies. With hands-on experience in React, React Native, and full-stack development, Kana focuses on building scalable, user-centric applications. Kana enjoy... Show more

AI Product & Delivery Leader with 17+ years of experience delivering regulator-ready digital platforms across Energy, Retail, Food Services, and Supply Chain. I specialise in shaping and scaling AI-enabled products (GenAI, data, automation) that balance innovation, cybersecurity, compliance, and operational resilience in complex, high-trust environments.

I have led 0→1 product innovation and 1→N enterprise adoption, governing £15M+ product portfolios and guiding cross-functional teams of 40–75+ across the UK and Europe. My work has delivered measurable outcomes — from £1.1M+ annual cost and risk reduction to large-scale platform modernisation — while maintaining strong alignment with C-suite stakeholders, regulators, and operational leaders.

AI Product & Delivery Leader with 17+ years of experience delivering regulator-ready digital platforms across Energy, Retail, Food Services, and Supply Chain. I specialise in shaping and scaling AI-enabled products (GenAI, data, automation) that bala... Show more

I sit right at the messy intersection of hard science and market strategy. As a Technology Transfer Officer at UM6P, my day job is helping inventions survive the 'Valley of Death'—that difficult gap between a lab discovery and a shelf-ready product.

I’m an engineer by training (Arts & Métiers) and PMP certified, so I’ve been in the trenches. Having co-authored research on frugal innovation, water treatment and mining platforms, I know the frustration of engineering challenges firsthand.

Right now, I’m focused on one thing: using AI to streamline the innovation process. I’m currently building workflows that help researchers and startups use Google's multimodal models to validate inventions, analyze prior art, and simulate complex systems before they ever hit the market.

I sit right at the messy intersection of hard science and market strategy. As a Technology Transfer Officer at UM6P, my day job is helping inventions survive the 'Valley of Death'—that difficult gap between a lab discovery and a shelf-ready product. ... Show more

A student tech founder and full-stack engineer specializing in mobile app development, AI automation workflows, and next-gen AI agents.

A student tech founder and full-stack engineer specializing in mobile app development, AI automation workflows, and next-gen AI agents. Show more

Doudou BA is Senegalese, Founder and CEO of OneNine, a Swedish Startup focused on AI data infrastructure for low-resource (African) languages, supplying training data to AI tier labs such as OpenAI, Google, Meta, Anthropic... His vision: make AI truly global so anyone can communicate with technology in their native language.
He also serves as Operations Research Scientist at A.P. Moller-Maersk, building intelligent systems across 200+ countries. His PhD at Charles University Prague focused on deep learning for environmental modeling. Publications in Journal of Hydroinformatics (2025) and Journal of Hydrology and Hydromechanics.

more: https://www.doudouba.tech/

Doudou BA is Senegalese, Founder and CEO of OneNine, a Swedish Startup focused on AI data infrastructure for low-resource (African) languages, supplying training data to AI tier labs such as OpenAI, Google, Meta, Anthropic... His vision: make AI trul... Show more

Dominic Vogel is a well-respected cyber security thought leader appearing on media news
outlets across the world. As a veteran cyber security expert and thought leader, Dominic
holds a proven track record across multitude of industries (financial services, logistics,
transportation, healthcare, government, telecommunications, and critical infrastructure).
Dominic is a firm believer in delivering sustainable security that supports and protects
business goals. Having worked within large and globally diverse organizations he has
extensive security experience that has been forged over the past two decades as an
information security professional.
Dominic is a 2x founder who has focused on providing unbiased actionable cyber security
strategic guidance and advice to startups and small businesses across North America.
Dominic is the President at Vogel Cyber Leadership & Coaching, a Vancouver-based
leadership advisory company specializing in cyber risk management
He is also a self-professed positive troll and professional hype man and believes in the power
of uplifting others through his high-energy coaching practice.

Dominic Vogel is a well-respected cyber security thought leader appearing on media news outlets across the world. As a veteran cyber security expert and thought leader, Dominic holds a proven track record across multitude of industries (financial s... Show more

- Cofounder & CTO @ Forward Labs
- South Park Commons alum
- Ex-Founding Engineer & Tech Lead @ Xendit (YC S15, Stripe, 1st YC fintech unicorn in Asia) from no product to unicorn
- Youngest VP @ Spenmo (YC S20, YC Growth, Brex for Asia) from seed to series B

- Cofounder & CTO @ Forward Labs - South Park Commons alum - Ex-Founding Engineer & Tech Lead @ Xendit (YC S15, Stripe, 1st YC fintech unicorn in Asia) from no product to unicorn - Youngest VP @ Spenmo (YC S20, YC Growth, Brex for Asia) from seed ... Show more

Karan Sharma is a Software Engineer passionate about crafting delightful and scalable mobile experiences. He works with Kotlin Multiplatform across iOS and Android, and has built products at Cash App and Afterpay. Karan also created KRAIL, an open-source public transport app for Sydney, Australia.

Karan Sharma is a Software Engineer passionate about crafting delightful and scalable mobile experiences. He works with Kotlin Multiplatform across iOS and Android, and has built products at Cash App and Afterpay. Karan also created KRAIL, an open-so... Show more

Data Engineer, Google Developer Expert -Data Cloud

Data Engineer, Google Developer Expert -Data Cloud Show more

Awarded the BQF Excellenteer accolade by HRH The Princess Royal at Wembley Stadium in March 2025, and named the Lean Competency System Global Champion 2025, I am passionate about building high-performing cultures where people leadership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence thrive.

Alongside receiving a Global Recognition Award™ 2025 for outstanding impact in leadership and continuous improvement, I bring over 25 years of hands-on experience leading transformation across industries, including major tenures with Amazon and Royal Mail, proving that when people thrive, performance follows.

As a globally recognised voice in Leadership and Continuous Improvement, I hold elite qualifications including Lean Mastery (MBB), Lean Six Sigma Post-HBO Black Belt (Post-Bachelor’s level – ISO 18404), and Lean Leader (ISO 18404). My leadership philosophy combines CI principles with core role-model behaviours, driving lasting high performance and meaningful cultural change.

I am the author of The Emergence of an Unexpected Leader and Building the Bridge to Inspirational Leadership, and host of the multi-award-nominated Ever-So-Lean Podcast, where I simplify complex CI concepts into actionable insights that inspire and enable real progress.

My frameworks — such as The Bridge to Inspirational Leadership — help leaders engage, inspire, and elevate teams, achieving sustainable results. Whether transforming large-scale operations or coaching individuals, I build environments where people and performance thrive together.

A finalist for Excellence in People Development & Engagement at the Excellence Awards 2025, I’ve developed the Ever-So-Lean Learning Series and Rising Stars™ Programmes, accredited initiatives that equip emerging leaders and change professionals with the mindset, skills, and confidence to drive long-term success.

My passion is unlocking potential, in individuals and organisations alike, removing barriers to success and creating spaces where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to drive meaningful change.

Whether leading transformation, coaching executives, or shaping the next generation of leaders, I bring clarity, energy, and authenticity to every engagement.

If you’re ready to unlock your people’s full potential and build a culture of excellence, let’s talk.

Awarded the BQF Excellenteer accolade by HRH The Princess Royal at Wembley Stadium in March 2025, and named the Lean Competency System Global Champion 2025, I am passionate about building high-performing cultures where people leadership, continuous i... Show more

Toli is a Software Engineering Practitioner who believes that learning and working together are catalysts for high-performing software-first teams who care about how their software serves their customers.

Toli's career began in the field of maths and physics, which led him into the world of software engineering, where he spent his formative first few years learning the craft while writing algorithms for solving large-scale "travelling-sales-person" problems across the globe. He has since worked with Brent from The Phoenix Project for a B2B energy company, the initial core team at cinch to build the fastest-growing unicorn in UK startup history, while he is currently helping Flipdish build the next generation of restaurant tech.

Throughout this journey, Toli fell in love with DevOps, Observability and Team Topologies, while he discovered a new passion for serverless, event-driven socio-technical architectural paradigms and product thinking.

Toli is a Software Engineering Practitioner who believes that learning and working together are catalysts for high-performing software-first teams who care about how their software serves their customers. Toli's career began in the field of maths ... Show more

I’m Tatiana Mikhaleva, a Docker Captain, GitKraken Ambassador, Notion Ambassador, DevOps engineer, and the girl behind DevOps.Pink — a corner of the internet where cloud automation gets clarity, community, and just a hint of pink rebellion.

💾 I’ve been shaping the cloud for years, working with AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Terraform, and (of course) Docker. What really excites me is taking messy, fragile systems and turning them into something clean, automated, and reliable — the kind of systems that give engineers back their time (and sanity!).

💛 I run DevOps.Pink, where I’ve built a community of engineers who want real-world DevOps without the gatekeeping. I write in-depth, step-by-step guides that make complex tech feel approachable — not just for seasoned pros, but for anyone who wants to break into DevOps. And yes, I put a special spotlight on women in tech because this space needs more support, more voices, and fewer barriers.

🚀 My dream is to make DevOps exciting instead of exhausting, and to show that cloud and containers don’t have to be a mystery. They can be a superpower.

🐳 As a Docker Captain, I love sharing everything I’ve learned — from Kubernetes clusters to CI/CD pipelines — so others can build better, faster, and with more confidence.

💖 Tech is more than tools. I like to make it human: automate the boring stuff, bring structure to chaos, and make the process creative and fun. And if that means breaking some old rules, perfect.

If you’re building something big, something new, or something that scares you just a little… I’m already on board. Let’s make DevOps a place where everyone can thrive!

I’m Tatiana Mikhaleva, a Docker Captain, GitKraken Ambassador, Notion Ambassador, DevOps engineer, and the girl behind DevOps.Pink — a corner of the internet where cloud automation gets clarity, community, and just a hint of pink rebellion. 💾 I’v... Show more

Consultor de Commerce (antes Retail) en el mundo Dynamics con más de 15 años de experiencia en la consultoría, empezando por Producción y Logística, y actualmente orientado a Commerce

Consultor de Commerce (antes Retail) en el mundo Dynamics con más de 15 años de experiencia en la consultoría, empezando por Producción y Logística, y actualmente orientado a Commerce Show more

Coach agile - certifié Safe SPC et diplomée ingénieur logiciel de Polytch'Nice - accompagnante dans la transformation d'équipe un grand acteur du transport aérien. Project manager chez Orange.
Travaille dans le monde du service ESN depuis 17 ans

Coach agile - certifié Safe SPC et diplomée ingénieur logiciel de Polytch'Nice - accompagnante dans la transformation d'équipe un grand acteur du transport aérien. Project manager chez Orange. Travaille dans le monde du service ESN depuis 17 ans Show more

30+ years of ERP implementations. JDEdwards, Oracle, Baan, and the last 20 year Dynamics AX (2.5. 3.0, 4.0, 2009, 2012, 2012 R3, D365 F&O).
With more that 40 full cycle ERP Implementations successfully implemented.
Jason has a vast background of project experience as well successful track record for business improvements which comes from his background as an Industry Expert in Wholesale Distribution, Retail and Manufacturing.

30+ years of ERP implementations. JDEdwards, Oracle, Baan, and the last 20 year Dynamics AX (2.5. 3.0, 4.0, 2009, 2012, 2012 R3, D365 F&O). With more that 40 full cycle ERP Implementations successfully implemented. Jason has a vast background of... Show more

Markus is a technologist that has been developing software since the late 90s and now mostly specializes in cloud-native applications.

In his current role as a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, he helps his customers build well-architected, scalable and cost-efficient solutions using AWS technology.

As a subject matter expert for serverless applications, Markus also work with customers on the most complex topics in the serverless domain and provides thought leadership in the form of blog posts and public speaking.

Markus is a technologist that has been developing software since the late 90s and now mostly specializes in cloud-native applications. In his current role as a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, he helps his customers build well-architect... Show more

Mitesh is an accomplished Data Engineer and Architect with a proven track record in the dynamic realm of information technology and services. With a robust skill set encompassing Databases, Big Data technologies, Cloud Computing, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and Hadoop, he has consistently delivered innovative solutions that drive businesses forward.

Mitesh's expertise is anchored by a Master's in Management Information Systems, Business Intelligence, and Data Analytics from the prestigious Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business. His academic prowess and hands-on experience position him as a driving force in the ever-evolving field of data engineering.

As a forward-thinker and problem-solver, Mitesh is dedicated to harnessing the power of data to transform organizations. His passion for technology and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights make him a sought-after professional in the industry.

Mitesh is an accomplished Data Engineer and Architect with a proven track record in the dynamic realm of information technology and services. With a robust skill set encompassing Databases, Big Data technologies, Cloud Computing, Software Development... Show more

Co-manager of the Microsoft center of excellence in the Atlantic community of onepoint, I coordinate a team of specialists on Microsoft technologies but not only...

We bring our expertise and support to our clients on the following topics:
- DevOps with Azure DevOps,
- Cloud with Azure,
- Modern Workspace with Microsoft 365,
- Data.

We also design and produce innovative application solutions around the cloud, DevOps, collaboration and data.

With more than 15 years of experience, myself, I bring my knowledge on:
- the Azure Cloud architecture,
- FinOps Azure expertise,
- DevOps expertise,
- Data architecture (ETL, Datahub),
- the design and development of heavy client and web .net applications,
- the agility,
- lean IT/Software Development and
- operation of OnPremise infrastructure.

I share my knowledge through:
- various training courses around the Azure cloud and DevOps,
- my blog https://pmorisseau.ineaweb.net/

Finally, i'm very proud to be recognized by Microsoft as a MVP (Most Valuable Professional).

Co-manager of the Microsoft center of excellence in the Atlantic community of onepoint, I coordinate a team of specialists on Microsoft technologies but not only... We bring our expertise and support to our clients on the following topics: - DevO... Show more

Public Speaker, Web & Accessibility

Public Speaker, Web & Accessibility Show more

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a unique position to talk about accessibility in the workplace. He has been working with technology for over 20 years with much of that time spent on creating business intelligence solutions and helping customers implement leading BI and cloud solutions. He is passionate about using data effectively and helping customers understand that data is valuable and profitable. Steve and his daughter, Kristyna, post regularly about Power BI, data engineering, and workplace enablement at their blog at http://www.dataonwheels.com.

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a ... Show more

Being actively involved with the SaaS and Open Source industry, Shruti has a good hold on everything eCommerce and has expertise in framing content, including web content, web marketing, and guest posts. Staying updated with industry activities, she delivers the right content to help the end audiences grow their ecommerce sales. Ms. Tiwari Shruti is a proud Ambassador at Women Techmakers and leads the content marketing and partner collaboration between CedCommerce and the Grow Big Initiative.

Being actively involved with the SaaS and Open Source industry, Shruti has a good hold on everything eCommerce and has expertise in framing content, including web content, web marketing, and guest posts. Staying updated with industry activities, she ... Show more

Freelance consultant, developer and architect in Enterprise Application Integration. .NET enthusiast of the first hour. Many years of experience in software development and architecture in national and international projects with a focus on Microsoft solutions, especially the .NET platform.

Freelance consultant, developer and architect in Enterprise Application Integration. .NET enthusiast of the first hour. Many years of experience in software development and architecture in national and international projects with a focus on Microsoft... Show more