Dr. Annis Stubbs is a C-suite executive, executive coach, and the founder of The Papyrus Group. Over two decades she has led brand, people, and community work inside mission-driven organizations, including as a Chief People Officer. She has spoken at the Clinton Global Initiative, the University of Michigan, and Techonomy. She speaks on brand, people, and equity, and on what it takes to lead through growth and change. She is an Aspen Institute Fellow and holds a Ph.D. from Michigan State University.

Dr. Annis Stubbs is a C-suite executive, executive coach, and the founder of The Papyrus Group. Over two decades she has led brand, people, and community work inside mission-driven organizations, including as a Chief People Officer. She has spoken at... Show more

Scott Chacon was the cofounder of GitHub; now cofounder and CEO of GitButler, a next generation version control client, based in Berlin. Scott helped grow GitHub from 4 cofounders to 450 employees over 8 years, eventually being acquired by Microsoft for $7.5 billion. Scott is also the author of Pro Git, published by Apress and found online at git-scm.com. In unrelated news, he holds a WSET Level 3 certification in Wines and Spirits and owns a dog rescue outside of Berlin.

Scott Chacon was the cofounder of GitHub; now cofounder and CEO of GitButler, a next generation version control client, based in Berlin. Scott helped grow GitHub from 4 cofounders to 450 employees over 8 years, eventually being acquired by Microsoft ... Show more

Thu Ya Kyaw is a Senior Developer Relations Engineer for Google Cloud. At Google, he helps to make learning, developing, deploying, and scaling applications on Google Cloud a delightful experience for everyone. He is passionate about using AI to solve real-world problems, and he is always excited to share his knowledge with others.

Thu Ya Kyaw is a Senior Developer Relations Engineer for Google Cloud. At Google, he helps to make learning, developing, deploying, and scaling applications on Google Cloud a delightful experience for everyone. He is passionate about using AI to solv... Show more

- Founder and CEO of EAST-4D Carbon Technology GmbH.
- Certification according to EN 9100, NADCAP & aircraft OEMs.
- Composite supplier to major programmes of Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Dassault, Gulfstream, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo.
- First project contract on AI-engineering in 2019 by Bugatti Automotive.
- On-premise AI-system "4Dtech-box" established on-site @EAST-4D.

- Founder and CEO of EAST-4D Carbon Technology GmbH. - Certification according to EN 9100, NADCAP & aircraft OEMs. - Composite supplier to major programmes of Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Dassault, Gulfstream, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo. - First project... Show more

Petar Georgiev is the VP Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at AMPECO, a charging management platform for electric vehicles.

Petar is a seasoned and internationally-recognised expert in the ecosystem of electric mobility. At AMPECO he leads projects and strategic engagement in the context of more than 10 industry bodies in Europe, in North America and globally. Additionally, he spearheads AMPECO’s positioning on public policy matters as well as the company’s sustainability strategy.

Previous to his role at AMPECO, Petar has actively shaped Europe’s clean transportation policy during a four-year stint in Brussels. Through his understanding of macro-trends in the EV ecosystem, he has contributed to the finalisation of the EU Mobility Package and the formation of the EU Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy.

Petar has spoken at 100+ industry events in Europe, Asia and North America throughout his career - covering everything from roundtable discussions to major industry forums.

Petar Georgiev is the 2021 winner of the “EV Under 30 Star” award, which he received during the EV World Congress in Bristol (UK), and is also among the 2022 class of the Forbes Bulgaria "30 Under 30" ranking in the Science, Tech and Healthcare category. Petar has a MA in International Relations and Diplomacy from the College of Europe in Bruges with a focus on energy and environmental policy.

Petar Georgiev is the VP Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at AMPECO, a charging management platform for electric vehicles. Petar is a seasoned and internationally-recognised expert in the ecosystem of electric mobility. At AMPECO he leads proj... Show more

Mritunjay Dwivedi is a Cloud & DevOps Engineer focused on Kubernetes, Platform Engineering, and Cloud Native Infrastructure. He works extensively with AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, Observability, and Production Operations.

Beyond engineering, he actively contributes to the cloud native ecosystem as an Organizer of CNCG Lucknow, helping grow local communities through meetups, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Mritunjay is passionate about making cloud native technologies more accessible to students and professionals while encouraging open source participation across emerging tech communities in India.

Mritunjay Dwivedi is a Cloud & DevOps Engineer focused on Kubernetes, Platform Engineering, and Cloud Native Infrastructure. He works extensively with AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, Observability, and Production Operations. Beyond eng... Show more

Spence Taylor (He/Him) is a Lead Developer Relations Engineer at New Relic and is based in Los Angeles. A founding engineer on the Logs team, he brings hands-on observability experience to his role. Spence specializes in creating interactive content that makes complex monitoring concepts accessible to developers. His unconventional path to tech--from the US Navy to fine dining kitchens --gives him a unique lens on problem-solving. When Spence isn't demystifying telemetry data, he's exploring global cuisines and collecting passport stamps.

Spence Taylor (He/Him) is a Lead Developer Relations Engineer at New Relic and is based in Los Angeles. A founding engineer on the Logs team, he brings hands-on observability experience to his role. Spence specializes in creating interactive content ... Show more

Sudhir Saxena is an accomplished AWS Data Engineer with more than 15 years of experience in building, optimizing, and modernizing enterprise-grade data platforms. His career has spanned a wide range of industries, including transportation, finance, insurance, and real estate, where he has played pivotal roles in driving cloud data strategies and delivering scalable, secure, and performance-driven data solutions.
He specializes in designing end-to-end data pipelines and has a deep command of AWS technologies such as Glue, Redshift, Lambda, EMR, Athena, and Lake Formation. His technical toolkit also includes PySpark, Apache Hudi, and Python, enabling him to build high-performance ETL frameworks and implement Change Data Capture (CDC) logic to handle large volumes of structured and semi-structured data efficiently. Sudhir has led critical migration projects, successfully transitioning on-premise platforms like Teradata and Hadoop to cloud-native architectures on AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Throughout his career, Sudhir has taken on leadership roles that involved guiding cross-functional teams, reviewing high-level architecture designs, and ensuring the alignment of technical implementations with organizational goals. He has built and deployed CI/CD pipelines using tools like AWS CodePipeline, Bitbucket, Terraform, and GitHub, reducing manual intervention and improving deployment reliability. His projects often included implementing orchestration with Step Functions and monitoring with CloudWatch and Datadog to ensure operational excellence.
Sudhir is certified in multiple AWS domains, including as an AWS Certified Data Engineer, Solutions Architect, Machine Learning – Specialty, and Cloud Practitioner. These credentials underscore his depth in cloud infrastructure, data architecture, and machine learning integrations.
He holds a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) degree from the College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University, Chennai, India. With a strong foundation in data engineering and cloud computing, Sudhir continues to drive impactful solutions that enable organizations to unlock the full potential of their data.

Sudhir Saxena is an accomplished AWS Data Engineer with more than 15 years of experience in building, optimizing, and modernizing enterprise-grade data platforms. His career has spanned a wide range of industries, including transportation, finance, i... Show more

Engineering Leader with over a decade of experience building scalable enterprise platforms, specializing in the architecture, security, and deployment of cloud-native, AI-driven engineering systems. Proven track record delivering secure, production-grade AI platforms, with deep expertise in RAG pipelines, LLM orchestration, multi-model routing, and agentic workflows. A hands-on visionary adept at pioneering AI applications across MLOps, LLMOps, advanced automated testing, and zero-trust security infrastructure to ensure robust, compliant, and highly available enterprise solutions.

Engineering Leader with over a decade of experience building scalable enterprise platforms, specializing in the architecture, security, and deployment of cloud-native, AI-driven engineering systems. Proven track record delivering secure, production-g... Show more

I’m a technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, strategy, and organizational design. For over a decade, I’ve led platform transformations, built distributed systems at scale, and helped companies rethink how they build, deliver, and operate software.
I work hands-on with engineering teams, coach leadership, and speak at conferences to challenge outdated assumptions and share lessons from the field.
🗺️ International experience. Polyglot. Opinionated, but always curious.
🎤 Speaker on topics like digital platforms, team dynamics, and sustainable software.
🌻 Occasionally philosophical

I’m a technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, strategy, and organizational design. For over a decade, I’ve led platform transformations, built distributed systems at scale, and helped companies rethink how they build, deliv... Show more

Krishna Kommineni is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager at General Motors with over 18 years of expertise in end-to-end software development and engineering leadership. Currently leading a team of 60 software engineers across four scrum teams, Krishna specializes in Software Defined Vehicle solutions and vehicle motion supervision controls software, driving innovations that have contributed to $100M in monthly revenue.
Throughout his career, Krishna has demonstrated exceptional results in automotive software development, particularly in remote vehicle software updates and over-the-air (OTA) technology. His strategic leadership has delivered measurable business impact, including 20% revenue growth, $100M in annual warranty cost savings, and a 30% reduction in project delivery times through the implementation of agile methodologies and AI-based solutions.
Before his current role, Krishna held progressive leadership positions at General Motors, where he managed global OTA vehicle software programs affecting over 6 million vehicles annually and generated $900M in revenue. He has also contributed his expertise to leading automotive and technology companies, including Harman, Ford/Panasonic, and Wipro/HP, working with major OEMs such as Ferrari, Maserati, and Subaru.
Krishna brings deep technical expertise in embedded systems, automotive cybersecurity, cloud technologies (Azure), and automotive standards compliance (ISO9001, ISO26262, FMEA, MISRA). He is PMP certified and holds extensive experience in cross-functional collaboration, having worked with over 150 global suppliers and managed both onsite and offshore development teams.
Known for his innovative approach to problem-solving, Krishna has pioneered the development of virtual validation environments, controller emulators, and automated testing frameworks that have significantly reduced costs and improved efficiency across the automotive software development lifecycle.

Krishna Kommineni is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager at General Motors with over 18 years of expertise in end-to-end software development and engineering leadership. Currently leading a team of 60 software engineers across four scrum teams, Kri... Show more

Experienced software engineer focused on AI and product development. Currently leading the development of AI solutions for global medical device manufacturers at Flinn. Prior to this, I worked with Apple Music's data engineering team, built a decision support SaaS used by large software organisations such as Apple and Move Inc, and led teams building solutions to monitor supply chain risks across millions of global data points at Prewave.

I'm passionate about the intersection of software engineering, data, and product, and at my best when leading teams that build data-centred digital products.

Experienced software engineer focused on AI and product development. Currently leading the development of AI solutions for global medical device manufacturers at Flinn. Prior to this, I worked with Apple Music's data engineering team, built a decisio... Show more

Verónica Morales Beltrán is a Digital Accessibility Consultant at adesso, where she transforms how companies build inclusive digital experiences. Merging deep technical expertise with a passion for inclusion, Verónica helps organizations dismantle digital barriers, achieve strict compliance standards, and design products that serve everyone—including users with disabilities.

What sets Verónica apart is her unique 12-year tenure in the localization department at Electronic Arts (EA) Germany. This background gives her an unparalleled understanding of the intersection between global gaming, localization, and accessibility. A recognized voice in the field, she frequently shares her insights on panels, podcasts, and in industry publications. Verónica doesn't view accessibility as a checklist item or a post-launch feature; she champions it as a fundamental pillar of modern product design.

Let’s connect to build experiences that leave no user behind.

Verónica Morales Beltrán is a Digital Accessibility Consultant at adesso, where she transforms how companies build inclusive digital experiences. Merging deep technical expertise with a passion for inclusion, Verónica helps organizations dismantle di... Show more

Freya brings over seven years of experience in growth marketing and product building, having developed and launched digital products that blend technology with a deep understanding of user challenges, while keeping intuitive customer experiences at the core. Based in Berlin’s startup scene, she leverages data-driven decisions and a niche-focused approach to uncover new strategies and create inventive products. Combining technical expertise with a practical, user-centered perspective, Freya helps industries unlock the value of AI and digitalization in complex operational environments.

Freya brings over seven years of experience in growth marketing and product building, having developed and launched digital products that blend technology with a deep understanding of user challenges, while keeping intuitive customer experiences at t... Show more

James Hurtado is a Software Automation Engineer with experience building backend systems, automation tooling, and AI-driven workflows. As a GitHub Campus Expert, he has delivered talks and workshops on Git, GitHub, Copilot, AI, and modern developer tools across multiple cities and university communitiesu. He’s also the creator of @the.james.dev, where he shares accessible programming and AI content for thousands of learners.

Most of the time, you’ll find James building tools, supporting communities, or teaching developers how to take their first steps into GitHub, automation, and AI-assisted development.

James Hurtado is a Software Automation Engineer with experience building backend systems, automation tooling, and AI-driven workflows. As a GitHub Campus Expert, he has delivered talks and workshops on Git, GitHub, Copilot, AI, and modern developer t... Show more

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Petra Hasenau is an open source advocate, TYPO3 community builder, former TYPO3 Association Board Vice President, CMS Garden extended board member, and creative digital project maker.

As founder and CEO of cybercraft GmbH, she has been active in the TYPO3 ecosystem since 2009 and has contributed to the TYPO3 Expert Advisory Board, the TYPO3 Association Board, the TYPO3 User eXperience Week, and TYPO3 Initiative Week. Through Cybercraft, Coders.Care, TYPO3, and CMS Garden, she connects open source communities, developers, decision-makers, and public-sector stakeholders around trust, collaboration, user experience, and digital sovereignty.

With Petra Likes Cooking, she also explores digital storytelling, video content, family recipes, and approachable media formats beyond the traditional tech bubble. Her work focuses on making technology, content, and open source ecosystems more human, understandable, and useful.

Petra Hasenau is an open source advocate, TYPO3 community builder, former TYPO3 Association Board Vice President, CMS Garden extended board member, and creative digital project maker. As founder and CEO of cybercraft GmbH, she has been active in t... Show more

Matt Nunn is a technology leader specializing in AI, developer platforms, and product innovation, with experience at Microsoft, Amazon, Snowflake, Dell and Borland. He has built applications ranging from Mortgage Systems to Helicopter flight scheduling software. He led go-to-market strategy for developer-focused products and contributed to major keynotes at global conferences. Matt is known for delivering engaging talks that translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for developers and technical leaders. In his spare time you can find him helping his wife run their art gallery in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle or freelancing as a network technician and installation engineer specializing in Unifi products.

Matt Nunn is a technology leader specializing in AI, developer platforms, and product innovation, with experience at Microsoft, Amazon, Snowflake, Dell and Borland. He has built applications ranging from Mortgage Systems to Helicopter flight scheduli... Show more

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile experiences for startups and enterprise clients alike. She’s designed for FinTech, healthcare, publishing, sports, advertising, education, logistics, and more.

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile e... Show more

Hey, my name is Zayd Ali, and I am a passionate blogger at Dubai Wheels. I share engaging blogs about Changan UAE, including new vehicle launches, expert reviews, and comparisons of popular Changan models. My aim is to provide valuable insights for car enthusiasts and potential buyers.

Hey, my name is Zayd Ali, and I am a passionate blogger at Dubai Wheels. I share engaging blogs about Changan UAE, including new vehicle launches, expert reviews, and comparisons of popular Changan models. My aim is to provide valuable insights for c... Show more

Alireza Ghaderi is an aerospace engineer, AI/ML specialist, CPL/IR pilot, PhD, and founder of AwareAI. He builds open-source PX4/MAVLink systems for drone swarms, drone shows, SITL simulation, SAR planning, and AI-assisted ground control. His work includes MDS/Simurgh, MAVLinkAnywhere, PX4-XPlane Bridge, PixEagle, and related robotics tools. He previously served as a keynote speaker at the PX4 Developer Summit 2023.

Alireza Ghaderi is an aerospace engineer, AI/ML specialist, CPL/IR pilot, PhD, and founder of AwareAI. He builds open-source PX4/MAVLink systems for drone swarms, drone shows, SITL simulation, SAR planning, and AI-assisted ground control. His work in... 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

Dynamic and results-driven IT leader with over 35 years of diverse experience in the technology sector, specialising in Dynamics Finance and Supply Chain Management. As a seasoned solution architect and trainer, I excel in fostering collaboration and delivering impactful presentations that inspire teams and stakeholders alike. My extensive background spans end-user support, enterprise architecture, and solutions design, enabling me to approach challenges holistically.

I am passionate about knowledge sharing and mentoring. I have guided numerous professionals in public speaking, leadership, and skills development. My academic credentials include a Master’s in Data Science from the University of Sunderland, complemented by multiple industry certifications such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, CISSP, and TOGAF. I bring a wealth of expertise across various sectors, including oil and gas, manufacturing, retail, transportation, and finance. I consistently apply a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving. My commitment to innovation drives me to develop creative solutions that align with business objectives. I actively engage with the Microsoft technical community, contributing insights at user groups.

With a keen interest in the legal and ethical implications of technology, particularly in Artificial Intelligence, I am currently completing my PhD at the University of Portsmouth, to be completed in 2027.

Dynamic and results-driven IT leader with over 35 years of diverse experience in the technology sector, specialising in Dynamics Finance and Supply Chain Management. As a seasoned solution architect and trainer, I excel in fostering collaboration and... Show more

Arvind is Head of Data at Fellow, a San Francisco-based premium coffee equipment company where he built the entire data stack from scratch as a team of one and now building the AI stack. He runs everything from ingestion to dashboards across dbt Cloud, BigQuery, and Looker, with Claude and MCP as part of the architecture for making the warehouse conversational and actionable. He also lectures in the UC Davis MSBA program where he teaches data and analytics engineering using the same tools he runs in production.

He's spoken at the SF NetSuite User Group and cares a lot about showing that good architecture and smart tooling can do what most companies throw headcount at. Outside of work he's usually dialing in a pour-over or perfecting an espresso shot.

Arvind is Head of Data at Fellow, a San Francisco-based premium coffee equipment company where he built the entire data stack from scratch as a team of one and now building the AI stack. He runs everything from ingestion to dashboards across dbt Clou... Show more

With more than 13 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Iulia has seen it all. If 15 years ago she was mocked in interviews for wanting to work in AI, now she is leading teams, having successfully delivered multiple projects in production.
Iulia has a background in software engineering with specialisations in Artificial Intelligence. She has started her career in academia but moved to industry where she worked as both software engineer and data scientist. She has transitioned to an engineering manager role and is currently leading teams focusing on improving operations with AI at SIXT.

With more than 13 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Iulia has seen it all. If 15 years ago she was mocked in interviews for wanting to work in AI, now she is leading teams, having successfully delivered multiple projects in production. ... Show more

Hi there, I'm Nino! An Italian-Finnish theoretical physicist turned into Big Data for a living. My relentless curiosity drives me to continuously explore new languages and frameworks.
Over the past five years, I've thrived in roles ranging from DevOps and Full-Stack to Platform and Big Data Engineering.

When I'm not diving into data, you can find me challenging gravity with bouldering, centering my mind through yoga, or strategizing my next chess move.

Hi there, I'm Nino! An Italian-Finnish theoretical physicist turned into Big Data for a living. My relentless curiosity drives me to continuously explore new languages and frameworks. Over the past five years, I've thrived in roles ranging from Dev... Show more

Co-Founder & CEO, ThreatCaptain

About Adam
Adam Anderson is a cybersecurity greybeard, serial entrepreneur, and co-founder of ThreatCaptain—a platform teaching Managed Service Providers (MSPs) how to sell cybersecurity with business clarity instead of fear.

With over two decades of experience and multiple successful exits, Adam helps MSPs shift from reacting to threats to leading conversations with business value. His frameworks empower teams to connect cybersecurity spending to real financial outcomes—turning risk reduction into a story of ROI, growth, and executive alignment.

Co-Founder & CEO, ThreatCaptain About Adam Adam Anderson is a cybersecurity greybeard, serial entrepreneur, and co-founder of ThreatCaptain—a platform teaching Managed Service Providers (MSPs) how to sell cybersecurity with business clarity inste... Show more

Lucas Alvarado is a technical program manager and web security specialist with more than eight years of experience protecting high traffic websites and leading engineering teams across complex digital environments. He works at the intersection of product development, security, and engineering practices, guiding teams as they build reliable systems and strengthen defenses against real world threats.

Lucas manages a portfolio of more than fifteen active web properties that serve national brands in the logistics and transportation industry. His work includes incident response, security hardening, data protection, and the design of monitoring workflows that help teams detect attacks early and recover faster. He is known for taking complicated security concepts and translating them into clear, practical guidance that developers can immediately apply. His approach focuses on real attack patterns, behavioral analysis, and the small coding habits that prevent large scale breaches.

In addition to his security work, Lucas has a strong background in web development across PHP, JavaScript, and WordPress based systems. He regularly speaks to engineering groups, coding bootcamps, and community events to share lessons learned from protecting production environments at scale. His talks blend technical depth with direct storytelling and offer a transparent look into how modern attacks unfold and how teams can build safer systems without slowing down delivery.

Lucas is passionate about helping developers understand the evolving threat landscape and empowering teams to build secure, resilient products that users can trust.

Lucas Alvarado is a technical program manager and web security specialist with more than eight years of experience protecting high traffic websites and leading engineering teams across complex digital environments. He works at the intersection of pro... Show more

Solution architect at Sligro Food Group since 2015. I've contributed largely to the expansion of Sligro to the Belgium market, and the integration of the Heineken logistics in the Sligro ERP system and their combined invoicing .
With founding BoardWiki Ger want to strengthen the agility of the Digital Architecture and Business Architecture process to facilitate faster project delivery.

Solution architect at Sligro Food Group since 2015. I've contributed largely to the expansion of Sligro to the Belgium market, and the integration of the Heineken logistics in the Sligro ERP system and their combined invoicing . With founding Board... Show more

Meet Brad Foot, the Chief Operations Officer and Fenwick Apps Product Manager. A true champion of quality, Brad has dedicated over 20 years to developing, implementing and supporting Navision/Nav/Business Central with unwavering precision.

Brad is on a mission to deliver the highest standards to his clients. He approaches every project with a determination to find solutions and leave no challenge unmet. With his sharp mind and focus, he is a force to be reckoned with in the world of technology.

But don't let Brad's relentless pursuit of perfection fool you, he's also got a playful side. In his off-hours, you'll find him indulging his creative side with intricate woodworking projects or revving the engine of his beloved Datsun 260z. Whether he's tackling a new project or sharing a laugh with friends, Brad always makes time for a good time.

Meet Brad Foot, the Chief Operations Officer and Fenwick Apps Product Manager. A true champion of quality, Brad has dedicated over 20 years to developing, implementing and supporting Navision/Nav/Business Central with unwavering precision. Brad is... Show more