Transports & Logistics

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

Martin Krockert

Martin Krockert

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

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

Simon Cho

Simon Cho

Simon, a tech leader, co-founded SQLAngeles on SQLPass.org. A sought-after speaker, he presented at SQL Saturday and SQL Pass Summit 2019. With a gaming industry background managing hundreds of SQL servers, he achieved a world record for concurrent users. At VISA Inc., he ensured security and scalability for thousands of SQL servers. Now AVP of DevOps and DBA at Nowcom LLC, he drives innovation and automation in CI/CD processes.

Simon, a tech leader, co-founded SQLAngeles on SQLPass.org. A sought-after speaker, he presented at SQL Saturday and SQL Pass Summit 2019. With a gaming industry background managing hundreds of SQL servers, he achieved a world record for concurrent u... Show more

Michael Novak

Michael Novak

Michael is a technical executive helping enterprises and public sector agencies leverage conversational AI and Web3 solutions to make better business decisions, drive AI value chain growth, and increase operational efficiency.

A Senior Responsible AI Advisor for LFAI & Data Foundation Trustmark Initiative. He co-wrote an edX course chapter on "Ethical Considerations for Conversational AI".

He contributes to the 2024 NIST AI Safety Institute and participated in developing the 2023 NIST Generative AI guidelines. He provided conversational AI responses to EU GDPR Virtual Voice Assistants RFI's. As a member of ACT-ACT Emerging Technology Center of Excellence, he authored sections of Safety, Privacy, Security in an AI-Enabled World whitepaper, and response to NIST Artificial Intelligence and User Trust (NISTIR 8332).

A member of the Government Blockchain Association, he has taught sections on Web3, blockchain, NFT's, and cryptocurrency to university business students.

Michael is a technical executive helping enterprises and public sector agencies leverage conversational AI and Web3 solutions to make better business decisions, drive AI value chain growth, and increase operational efficiency. A Senior Responsibl... Show more

Diksha Soni

Diksha Soni

Leading Life science related projects across multiple Crossfunctional area of industry

Leading Life science related projects across multiple Crossfunctional area of industry Show more

Ashraf Atef

Ashraf Atef

I'm a Senior Android Engineer based in Berlin with over 10 years of experience building large-scale, high-performing mobile apps. I’ve worked across fintech, mobility, and food delivery domains, focusing on clean architecture, CI/CD optimization, and robust testing strategies. I enjoy cooking and cycling.

I'm a Senior Android Engineer based in Berlin with over 10 years of experience building large-scale, high-performing mobile apps. I’ve worked across fintech, mobility, and food delivery domains, focusing on clean architecture, CI/CD optimization, and... Show more

Kayla Martinez

Kayla Martinez

Kayla Martinez serves as an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer at TYLin in Chicago, Illinois. She has contributed to a range of water and wastewater projects nationwide, helping in the design and implementation of control systems.

Kayla Martinez serves as an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer at TYLin in Chicago, Illinois. She has contributed to a range of water and wastewater projects nationwide, helping in the design and implementation of control systems. Show more

Manas Khanna

Manas Khanna

Manas Khanna is a senior engineering leader responsible for DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, IT, and Cybersecurity at Veryon, an aviation-focused SaaS organization. He specializes in building scalable engineering systems, defense-in-depth security programs, and operational governance that enable teams to move fast without compromising quality or safety.

With extensive experience leading global platform and DevOps transformations, Manas focuses on solving real delivery challenges through policy-as-code, automation, and systems thinking. He is passionate about reducing human bias in release processes and designing CI/CD pipelines where quality and security are enforced by the system, not dependent on individual discretion.

He regularly speaks on DevSecOps, identity, and engineering governance, and is an active contributor to community initiatives focused on accessibility and technology leadership.

Manas Khanna is a senior engineering leader responsible for DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, IT, and Cybersecurity at Veryon, an aviation-focused SaaS organization. He specializes in building scalable engineering systems, defense-in-depth security progr... Show more

Mardu Swanepoel

Mardu Swanepoel

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

Anna-Lena Kunz

Anna-Lena Kunz

Anna-Lena Kunz ist seit 2019 Teil der Fraport AG, wo sie ihr duales Studium in Wirtschaftsinformatik absolvierte. Bereits zu Beginn ihrer Karriere war sie maßgeblich an der Einführung der Power Platform im Unternehmen beteiligt und begleitet diesen Transformationsprozess seitdem aktiv. Seit vier Jahren verantwortet sie in ihrem Bereich die Weiterentwicklung und den Betrieb der Power Platform, gestaltet innovative Lösungen und unterstützt die Digitalisierung zentraler Geschäftsprozesse. Neben ihrer beruflichen Tätigkeit absolviert sie aktuell ihren Master in Wirtschaftsinformatik. Anna-Lena begeistert sich für praxisnahe Digitalisierung, die Verbindung von Business und IT sowie die Umsetzung effizienter Lösungen mit der Power Platform.

Anna-Lena Kunz ist seit 2019 Teil der Fraport AG, wo sie ihr duales Studium in Wirtschaftsinformatik absolvierte. Bereits zu Beginn ihrer Karriere war sie maßgeblich an der Einführung der Power Platform im Unternehmen beteiligt und begleitet diesen T... Show more

Anthony Navarro

Anthony Navarro

Anthony Navarro is a Linux Systems Administrator focused on enterprise infrastructure, security, and open source governance. He works with production Linux and Kubernetes environments and contributes to the Rocky Linux ecosystem. His interests center on operational discipline and designing sustainable, community-driven systems that meet enterprise reliability expectations.

Anthony Navarro is a Linux Systems Administrator focused on enterprise infrastructure, security, and open source governance. He works with production Linux and Kubernetes environments and contributes to the Rocky Linux ecosystem. His interests center... Show more

Manan Garg

Manan Garg

Manan is an SDE2 at Jaguar Land Rover in Bengaluru, India, where he develops scalable and robust test automation solutions for autonomous driving software.

Having graduated from IIT Bombay in 2022, Manan has since been working at JLR where he is deeply committed to fostering a strong engineering culture and, by extension, creating solutions that elevate the level of luxury their customers experience. He is also passionate about mentoring new graduates within the company.

Alongside his full-time role, he is also currently pursuing a Master’s in Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning to leverage AI in his day-to-day work, ultimately architecting next-generation solutions for the future of autonomous driving.

Outside of the office, Manan enjoys playing the guitar and recording acoustic covers with his friends.

Manan is an SDE2 at Jaguar Land Rover in Bengaluru, India, where he develops scalable and robust test automation solutions for autonomous driving software. Having graduated from IIT Bombay in 2022, Manan has since been working at JLR where he is d... Show more

Kyler Chin

Kyler Chin

Kyler Chin is a computer science student at University of California, Irvine and researches public transport computer science at Catenary Transit Initatives.

Kyler Chin is a computer science student at University of California, Irvine and researches public transport computer science at Catenary Transit Initatives. Show more

Rajendra Prasad Bandi

Rajendra Prasad Bandi

Rajendra Prasad Bandi is a distinguished Principal Engineer and internationally recognized technical expert in Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV), hybrid propulsion, and electrified powertrain systems. With nearly two decades of global experience across the United States, Europe, and Asia, he has led pioneering advancements in hydrogen fuel cell technology and sustainable mobility solutions, contributing directly to the evolution of next-generation zero-emission transportation.
Mr. Bandi has played a critical leadership role in advancing fuel cell research from conceptual stages to commercial deployment. His technical direction has enabled the development of scalable fuel cell system architectures, high-efficiency power modules, and advanced control strategies tailored to diverse power ranges and vehicle applications. His contributions have been central to the industrialization and successful rollout of production-ready FCEV platforms across multiple global markets, accelerating the availability and adoption of clean mobility technologies.
A certified DRBFM Level 4 Expert, Mr. Bandi is widely trusted for his mastery in failure mode analysis, design robustness, and risk mitigation. He has significantly enhanced product reliability through model-based engineering, multi-domain control optimization, and systematic validation frameworks. His expertise in freeze-start durability, thermal management, and extreme-climate readiness has strengthened system performance in demanding environmental conditions, ensuring the reliability of hydrogen fuel cell systems for real-world, commercial deployment.
Throughout his career, Mr. Bandi has made influential contributions to major government-funded hydrogen and mobility initiatives in the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom. His work has supported national and international energy goals, advanced the state of hydrogen innovation, and enabled industry-government collaboration on high-impact clean transportation programs. He has also authored multiple patent applications and earned prestigious innovation awards for his role in advancing fuel cell commercialization and electrified propulsion technologies.
Beyond his technical achievements, Mr. Bandi is an accomplished mentor and global collaborator. He has guided cross-functional engineering teams, shaped strategic technology roadmaps, and cultivated innovation across the fields of fuel cell systems, hybrid powertrains, and power electronics. His career reflects an enduring commitment to engineering excellence, environmental sustainability, and leadership in the transition toward zero-emission mobility.

Rajendra Prasad Bandi is a distinguished Principal Engineer and internationally recognized technical expert in Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV), hybrid propulsion, and electrified powertrain systems. With nearly two decades of global experience acr... Show more

Srinivasarao Challagundla

Srinivasarao Challagundla

Srinivasarao Challagundla is an accomplished IT leader and enterprise technology professional with over 15 years of experience spanning systems architecture, Oracle EPM solutions, enterprise automation, and large-scale logistics and e-commerce platforms. His career progression reflects a strong blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic leadership, with a consistent focus on delivering scalable, high-impact solutions across global organizations.
Currently serving as an IT Manager at GXO Logistics in the United States, Srinivasarao leads complex automation and robotics initiatives that modernize omnichannel fulfillment operations. He has overseen the deployment of large-scale collaborative robotics systems integrated with warehouse management platforms, delivering measurable gains in efficiency, accuracy, and operational cost savings.
Previously, Srinivasarao held senior technical and architectural roles at Tech Mahindra, where he led and contributed to multiple high-impact Oracle Hyperion and Oracle FCCS implementations for public sector, financial services, telecom, and enterprise clients across India, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. His work has supported financial planning, forecasting, consolidation, and regulatory reporting for multi-entity, multi-GAAP environments, including central banks, port authorities, telecom operators, and diversified conglomerates.
His technical expertise includes Oracle Hyperion Planning, Essbase, Financial Management (HFM), Oracle Financial Consolidation and Close Cloud Service (FCCS), Oracle Data Integrator (ODI), enterprise system integrations, and automation-driven process optimization. He is recognized for his ability to bridge business and technology stakeholders, design resilient architectures, and deliver audit-ready, enterprise-grade solutions.
Srinivasarao holds a Master’s degree in Information Technology, an MBA, and multiple Oracle certifications. He has received several professional awards for delivery excellence, innovation, and client impact throughout his career.

Srinivasarao Challagundla is an accomplished IT leader and enterprise technology professional with over 15 years of experience spanning systems architecture, Oracle EPM solutions, enterprise automation, and large-scale logistics and e-commerce platfo... Show more

Riccardo Puppo

Riccardo Puppo

As a Principal Engineer at Amadeus, I lead the creation and execution of innovative solutions for the airline industry. My experience emphasizes DevOps and GitOps practices. I oversee and participate in designing and implementing CI/CD processes, cloud-native application architectures, and proof of concept for technologies like NATS, Quarkus, and Argo Workflows. Collaborating with Azure, I drive our shift to a resilient, scalable cloud-native infrastructure.

As a Principal Engineer at Amadeus, I lead the creation and execution of innovative solutions for the airline industry. My experience emphasizes DevOps and GitOps practices. I oversee and participate in designing and implementing CI/CD processes, clo... Show more

Sam Cho

Sam Cho

Sam Cho is a financial services executive in product management with expertise in the safe handling of data, a digital transformation leader, and a volunteer with a passion for building relationships through community outreach. He was recognized as a 10 Under 10 Notable Alumni honored by the Johnson Recent Alumni Council (JRAC) of Cornell University.

Cho joined JP Morgan Private Bank as the global head of client information product “to better serve wealth management and private bank clients by streamlining the safe and secure handling of sensitive information,” he says. He was previously a partner at NextGen Venture Partners, he worked in strategy and operations for enterprise data at Bloomberg, and he has held roles as a product and program manager in the financial services industry.

Cho hails from Bergen County, New Jersey, a place he still calls home. His favorite quote is from lawyer, speaker, and author Bob Goff: “That’s what love does—it pursues blindly, unflinchingly, and without end. When you go after something you love, you’ll do anything it takes to get it, even if it costs everything.”

Sam Cho is a financial services executive in product management with expertise in the safe handling of data, a digital transformation leader, and a volunteer with a passion for building relationships through community outreach. He was recognized as ... Show more

Diego Lopez Martinez

Diego Lopez Martinez

Cloud engineer Jr de Coahuila Mexico

Cloud engineer Jr de Coahuila Mexico Show more

Marina Ionova

Marina Ionova

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

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

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

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

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

Kaboy Amani Alda

Kaboy Amani Alda

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

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

Melissa Ballesteros

Melissa Ballesteros

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

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

Pann Nu Wai

Pann Nu Wai

I am a QA Engineer at KINTO Technologies, where I lead mobile test automation for global mobility
services. I specialise in scaling cross-platform testing with Appium, CI/CD integration, and
AI-augmented quality strategies.
In 2024–2025, I pioneered the integration of AI developer tools—including Claude, GitHub Copilot,
and DevinAI—into our QA workflows. This improved our test maintenance processes while supporting
faster, more confident releases. I have spoken at Appium Meetup Tokyo and actively contribute to
open-source testing communities.
Published technical articles:
• Dark Mode Testing with Appium(https://blog.kinto-technologies.com/posts/2022-12-15-DarkModeChangeInAppium-en/)
• Appium: Creating Automation Source Code Based on Test Specifications(https://blog.kinto-technologies.com/posts/2024-12-18-how-to-write-test-documents-based-on-Appium-source-code-en/)
Community contributions:
• Speaker at Appium Meetup Tokyo
• Maintainer of open-source Appium-based test frameworks at KINTO Technologies
I am passionate about building scalable QA systems that enable fast, reliable releases. At KINTO
Technologies—a tech company leading the Toyota Group's mobility services—I contribute to
revolutionising how people move through technology and creativity.

I am a QA Engineer at KINTO Technologies, where I lead mobile test automation for global mobility services. I specialise in scaling cross-platform testing with Appium, CI/CD integration, and AI-augmented quality strategies. In 2024–2025, I pioneer... Show more

Maggie Ishak

Maggie Ishak

Maggie Ishak is a Certified Focal Point Business & Executive Coach and a Certified Trust Edge Partner.

Her passion for building trust in business was sparked during her 28-year career at Michelin North America, where she first experienced the impact of the Trust Edge framework. Inspired by its principles and later certified by the Trust Edge Leadership Institute, Maggie now integrates Trust Edge into her coaching practice to help business owners and leaders strengthen their teams and accelerate results.

She has facilitated numerous Trust Edge workshops, where leaders have walked away with practical tools to build clarity, consistency, and connection in their organizations.

Maggie combines this expertise with her executive background, having served as VP of Supply Chain, VP of Operations, and Director of Customer Experience, to deliver both insight and actionable strategies.

Maggie holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from MIT and an MBA from Wake Forest University. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and three teenage sons.

Maggie Ishak is a Certified Focal Point Business & Executive Coach and a Certified Trust Edge Partner. Her passion for building trust in business was sparked during her 28-year career at Michelin North America, where she first experienced the imp... Show more

Maya Schaeffer

Maya Schaeffer

Maya Schaeffer is the driving force behind the revitalization of in-person community engagement within the open source space. As lead organizer of EvolveDrupal, she has orchestrated eight summits across North America—in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Atlanta, New York City, and the upcoming Boston edition in June 2025. Her efforts have connected over 1,200 attendees, 40% of whom come from outside the traditional Drupal ecosystem, proving the demand for cross-functional gatherings that highlight Drupal’s evolving relevance across industries.

At Evolving Web, Maya serves as Lead of Community & Employee Experience, where she blends strategy and empathy to shape both external engagement and internal culture. She manages the content and marketing team, leads the agency’s presence at industry conferences, oversees community partnerships, and ensures a seamless employee journey—from onboarding and workplace well-being to office operations and HR support. Her role bridges events, operations, and people-first initiatives, making her a cornerstone of Evolving Web’s vibrant team culture.

Originally from Germany, Maya holds a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management from NHL Stenden University in the Netherlands. She began her career at AVIAREPS before relocating to Montreal, Canada, where she continues to expand her passion for intercultural connection and organizational excellence. Her work is fueled by a commitment to building inclusive, collaborative spaces—whether at global summits or around the office coffee machine.

Maya Schaeffer is the driving force behind the revitalization of in-person community engagement within the open source space. As lead organizer of EvolveDrupal, she has orchestrated eight summits across North America—in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Atl... Show more

Astrid Galvez

Astrid Galvez

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

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

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

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

Mark Aslan Kuschel

Mark Aslan Kuschel

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

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

Nirmal Jingar

Nirmal Jingar

Nirmal Jingar is a senior technology leader specializing in large-scale supply chain systems, decision automation, and enterprise AI. He has spent his career designing and operating platforms that power critical commerce workflows across inventory management, logistics, returns, and customer promises in high-volume, real-world environments.

His work focuses on moving beyond traditional analytics and forecasting toward autonomous decision systems that operate with clear governance, accountability, and measurable business impact. Nirmal has led cross-functional efforts spanning engineering, data science, and operations to deploy AI-driven systems that balance automation with human oversight at scale.

Nirmal regularly contributes to discussions on enterprise AI strategy, system design, and the future of operational decision-making.

Nirmal Jingar is a senior technology leader specializing in large-scale supply chain systems, decision automation, and enterprise AI. He has spent his career designing and operating platforms that power critical commerce workflows across inventory ma... Show more

Von M. Griggs

Von M. Griggs

Born and raised in St. Louis, MO; Von’s safety & health career began while serving with the United States Air Force (USAF) where she earned several awards and medals during her 20-year military career. Additionally, 6 years served with the TX State Guard, becoming the first African-American Air Force enlistee to attend the US Army Officer Candidate School and becoming a commissioned officer.

She is a retired disabled veteran of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. Attendees and participants in Von’s seminars & her training benefit from her knowledge, compassion, enthusiasm and unique ability to immediately put her audience at ease through practical, personal life experiences.

Von M. Griggs is an internationally recognized certified safety & health professional and consultant who possesses over 30 years of occupational health, safety and environmental experience in various industries. She is founder & lead consultant at Griggs Safety Consultants, LLC.

She has received the coveted Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) certificate and is an Adjunct Instructor at Texas A&M/TEEX; where she was awarded Wage Instructor of the year for 2021. She has presented for NST/Skillpath and Fred Pryor Seminars; providing training for compliance standards as well as coaching leadership & management skills for women.

Ms. Griggs has been published in USAF publications, industry related and social women magazines and is a contributor to the National Safety Council. She has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology from the University of Maryland an Associate of Applied Science in Safety from the Community College of the Air Force, and holds numerous industry specific certifications and is a recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Awad.
Von considers her greatest achievement is when she is serving others, as an ordained minister and especially as an advocate for female Veterans and domestic violence. Her non-profit; Joy Restored Outreach, LLC; has a direct-desired vision to offer unique service opportunities for unhoused female Veterans with children. She is a certified life coach and serves transitioning female Veterans of all branches of the United States Armed Forces and women facing significant life changes to “rewrite their reality”.

Born and raised in St. Louis, MO; Von’s safety & health career began while serving with the United States Air Force (USAF) where she earned several awards and medals during her 20-year military career. Additionally, 6 years served with the TX State G... Show more

Ulf Mewe

Ulf Mewe

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

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

Pinankh Patel

Pinankh Patel

Pinankh Patel is a Senior Mobile Application Developer with over 13 years of experience building high-performance Android and cross-platform mobile applications. He has worked extensively on payment systems, SoftPOS/Tap-to-Pay solutions, POS platforms, and large-scale consumer apps used by millions of users across global markets.

Pinankh has led Android initiatives in fintech and logistics domains, focusing on secure architectures, NFC payments, performance optimisation, and scalable CI/CD pipelines. Alongside hands-on development, he has mentored engineers, led large development teams, and contributed to pro-bono tech education initiatives. He enjoys sharing practical, experience-driven insights that help engineers bridge the gap between theory and real-world systems.

Pinankh Patel is a Senior Mobile Application Developer with over 13 years of experience building high-performance Android and cross-platform mobile applications. He has worked extensively on payment systems, SoftPOS/Tap-to-Pay solutions, POS platform... Show more

Saibabu Merakanapalli

Saibabu Merakanapalli

Saibabu Merakanapalli is an Automotive Electrical Functional Architect specializing in Autonomous Steering, Antilock Braking Systems (ABS), ADAS software architectures, and Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) platforms. With advanced engineering experience at General Motors and prior roles at Nexteer Automotive, he designs and validates safety-critical chassis systems that improve vehicle reliability, predictive diagnostics, and accident-prevention capabilities across modern EV and autonomous platforms.

He has deep expertise in AUTOSAR Classic & Adaptive, SOME/IP, Ethernet/TSN-based communication, functional safety (ISO 26262), and model-based development ( IBM Rhapsody). His work spans end-to-end functional architecture, microservices for Software defined Vehicles, network latency diagnostics, and advanced steering/braking control strategies used in next-generation vehicles.

Saibabu is also active in technical research, contributing publications on AI-driven automotive diagnostics, SDV architecture optimization, predictive maintenance, and intelligent chassis systems. He serves as a peer reviewer across engineering journals and frequently writes about advanced vehicle safety innovations that align with U.S. national transportation and EV safety priorities.

Passionate about making mobility safer, Saibabu’s work focuses on saving lives through engineering, advancing the reliability, intelligence, and safety of the modern vehicle ecosystem.

Saibabu Merakanapalli is an Automotive Electrical Functional Architect specializing in Autonomous Steering, Antilock Braking Systems (ABS), ADAS software architectures, and Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) platforms. With advanced engineering experienc... Show more

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