Alan is the Founding Partner of the Smart Warehouse/Smart Factory by Deloitte in Montreal. He leads the Deloitte warehousing center of excellence in Canada with over 20 years of experience in supply chain strategy, distribution network design, warehouse/facility design and implementation, transportation, and automation. He is a recognized speaker on warehousing automation at global supply chain conferences and has worked with a number of food service companies in their search for cost reduction and improved efficiency.

Alan is the Founding Partner of the Smart Warehouse/Smart Factory by Deloitte in Montreal. He leads the Deloitte warehousing center of excellence in Canada with over 20 years of experience in supply chain strategy, distribution network design, wareho... Show more

A Graphic designer, Digital Content Creator, Digital Marketing Coach, Public Speaker on Relationship and Purpose.

A Graphic designer, Digital Content Creator, Digital Marketing Coach, Public Speaker on Relationship and Purpose. Show more

Divya is the visionary CEO of JurnyOn, a leading force in transport innovation.

Under Divya's leadership, JurnyOn has been at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge technology, blockchain and AI, to redefine the future of transport.

A champion of innovation, JurnyOn received an Innovate UK grant from the UK Government that propelled the company’s ability to bring transformative ideas to the transport sector.

Additionally, JurnyOn was recognized as winners of the UK Solana Hackathon, demonstrating ground-breaking solutions in decentralized technology for public transport.

As a thought leader and pioneer, Divya focuses on harnessing the power blockchain & AI to solve critical challenges within the transport industry.

Her dedication to transformative innovation led to the recognition as the "Most Influential CEO 2023," solidifying Divya's status as a trailblazer in the business and technology landscape.

Divya is the visionary CEO of JurnyOn, a leading force in transport innovation. Under Divya's leadership, JurnyOn has been at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge technology, blockchain and AI, to redefine the future of transport. A champio... Show more

Ex-director de EduTec, la escuela de programación de Campus Tec. Consultor de Data Analytics para empresas en Guatemala y USA. Actualmente malabareo datos de retail, logística, y hotelería.

Ex-director de EduTec, la escuela de programación de Campus Tec. Consultor de Data Analytics para empresas en Guatemala y USA. Actualmente malabareo datos de retail, logística, y hotelería. Show more

Doudou BA is an experienced Automation Specialist at Maersk, with a robust background in data science, machine learning, and software engineering. He specializes in designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and Power Platform. As a PhD candidate at Charles University, his research focuses on applying artificial neural networks to rainfall-runoff modelling and geoscience. Doudou is passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems and improve operational efficiency in the logistics industry.

Doudou BA is an experienced Automation Specialist at Maersk, with a robust background in data science, machine learning, and software engineering. He specializes in designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and... Show more

Jeanelle James is a Chicago native and avid outdoor enthusiast.
She has over ten years of experience in Supply Chain and leverage to currently working in Tech Sales. She believes in constantly transforming herself for the next great opportunity.
She has an M.B.A. from Northern Illinois University. Enjoys investing in stocks, reading historical fiction, and hiking.

Jeanelle James is a Chicago native and avid outdoor enthusiast. She has over ten years of experience in Supply Chain and leverage to currently working in Tech Sales. She believes in constantly transforming herself for the next great opportunity. Sh... Show more

Matthew Herzberger is the enterprising founder of MVE IT Logistics, whose journey from modest beginnings to becoming a prosperous entrepreneur and an enthusiastic golfer is both inspiring and noteworthy.

From an early age, Matthew displayed a sharp acumen for recognizing opportunities and an unwavering drive to succeed. His entrepreneurial instincts were apparent during his youth, and he was constantly eager to convert his innovative thoughts into profitable ventures. He grew up immersed in real estate, learning from his father, who ran a modest investment business. This early exposure to business operations laid the foundational skills he would later use in his ventures.

Throughout his adolescence, Matthew frequently accompanied his father on various business projects, absorbing valuable lessons that would later influence his entrepreneurial path. He pursued a degree in Real Estate Development at the University of Arizona, driven by his passion for the industry and a desire to enhance his knowledge.

After college, Matthew interned at Michaels Cartage, a once-prominent logistics firm, where he gained crucial insights into warehouse operations and logistics. This role was pivotal in developing his expertise in logistics, a sector he would eventually revolutionize.

Subsequently, he assumed a Sales and Operations Manager role at HerzMat Realty. There, he managed the firm’s daily operations and spearheaded the sales team, showcasing his leadership capabilities and comprehensive understanding of the real estate market, which further solidified his entrepreneurial aspirations.

In 2021, armed with a wealthy real estate and logistics background and a clear entrepreneurial vision, he launched MVE IT Logistics alongside his older brother. This company quickly carved out a niche in logistics and supply chain management. He meticulously outlined a business strategy, garnered the necessary capital, and recruited a team that shared his vision for excellence and innovation.

The road to establishing MVE IT Logistics was strewn with challenges, from stiff competition to securing vital partnerships. His resilience, adaptability, and strategic problem-solving were critical in navigating these initial obstacles.

Today, under Matthew’s leadership, MVE IT Logistics has earned a stellar reputation in the industry for its innovative approaches and superior customer service. Under his guidance, the company has made significant strides.

Matthew’s passion for golf continues to be a significant part of his life. He plays rounds with his father and uses the sport to sharpen his strategic thinking and patience, greatly benefiting his business strategies.

Beyond his entrepreneurial and golfing endeavors, Matthew prioritizes maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He believes in the importance of physical fitness and mental well-being in managing the demands of his career. His adventurous nature is also expressed through his love for water sports, such as wakeboarding and kayaking, which provide a refreshing counterbalance to his professional responsibilities.

Matthew Herzberger exemplifies the fusion of professional diligence and personal passion. He has guided his company to new heights while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

Matthew Herzberger is the enterprising founder of MVE IT Logistics, whose journey from modest beginnings to becoming a prosperous entrepreneur and an enthusiastic golfer is both inspiring and noteworthy. From an early age, Matthew displayed a shar... Show more

Sameer Goyal is a seasoned technology leader at Acuity Knowledge Partners, renowned for his expertise in product engineering, application security, and cloud operations. As a Senior Director and Head of Engineering for BEAT, Acuity's strategic technology program, Sameer drives the development of innovative solutions that propel the firm's technological advancements. He has been associated with Acuity since 2014 and has consistently demonstrated his leadership and technical acumen.

Sameer Goyal is a seasoned technology leader at Acuity Knowledge Partners, renowned for his expertise in product engineering, application security, and cloud operations. As a Senior Director and Head of Engineering for BEAT, Acuity's strategic techno... Show more

Salena Accardo has served as the Vice President of Gartner Inc, since 2016. In this position, Salena Accardo leads the company’s Americas public sector advisory practice, specializing in cloud strategy, infrastructure modernization, and enterprise governance. For over eight years, she has effectively managed business operations for a $100 million subscription-based service product. A highly sought public speaker, she has presented at the Gartner SYMPOSIUM numerous times, in addition to Microsoft, Deloitte and others in technology.

Salena Accardo has served as the Vice President of Gartner Inc, since 2016. In this position, Salena Accardo leads the company’s Americas public sector advisory practice, specializing in cloud strategy, infrastructure modernization, and enterprise go... Show more

Oluwatobi sometimes called 'Lobar' is a Product design expert who currently Resides in Nigeria and works Globally. Through Design, Oluwatobi aims to create Digital Product Experiences that seamlessly marry aesthetics and functionality. Outside of design, he enjoys hosting discussions about the Clear Design Path, upskilling, or watching Indian Movies.

Oluwatobi sometimes called 'Lobar' is a Product design expert who currently Resides in Nigeria and works Globally. Through Design, Oluwatobi aims to create Digital Product Experiences that seamlessly marry aesthetics and functionality. Outside of de... Show more

Allison inspires and supports overworked professionals to improve their health and well being.

Allison's creative approach to self-care results from blending her
experience as a certified nutrition coach, yoga instructor,
professional athlete, and sound healer. She focuses on simple
techniques that transform her clients’ physical and mental health.

Allison inspires and supports overworked professionals to improve their health and well being. Allison's creative approach to self-care results from blending her experience as a certified nutrition coach, yoga instructor, professional athlete, a... Show more

Enterprise Integration Architect - BizTalk / Azure

Enterprise Integration Architect - BizTalk / Azure Show more

Zhou is an Analytics Engineer consultant at Xebia Data, where she has been tirelessly introducing dbt to various clients for the last two and a half years. Before the transition into an Analytics Engineer, she worked as lead Data Analyst in a tech scale-up. Her background is in Control Engineering and she holds a PhD in Systems & Control from Delft University of Technology. She is a passionate advocate for data democratization and modern data stack. Her mission is to provide high-quality data in a timely, automatic, secure, and scalable way.

Zhou is an Analytics Engineer consultant at Xebia Data, where she has been tirelessly introducing dbt to various clients for the last two and a half years. Before the transition into an Analytics Engineer, she worked as lead Data Analyst in a tech sc... Show more

I record tutorials and share them on the internet (YouTube @yesayasoftware). Let's discuss Android, Kotlin or Laravel as well as VueJS; that's my tech stack.

I record tutorials and share them on the internet (YouTube @yesayasoftware). Let's discuss Android, Kotlin or Laravel as well as VueJS; that's my tech stack. Show more

Dylan Vincent is Coakley Brothers & Brothers Interiors Director Systems & Continuous Improvement.

Starting at UPS in 2007, Dylan progressed through the ranks to attain a managerial role. Concurrently, he pursued higher education, securing an associate degree in electrical engineering. Subsequently, he pursued a bachelor's in business administration, specializing in technical management, and graduated Magna Cum Laude. During his tenure at UPS, Dylan played a key role in improving operations at facilities in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Tennessee.

Leaving UPS in 2017, Dylan joined Foxconn, the world's largest technology manufacturing company, during the establishment of their inaugural US headquarters and technology park in Wisconsin. Starting in the early stages of business development, he swiftly advanced in his role, taking on the responsibility of constructing and implementing various departments across three campus facilities.

In 2021, Dylan accepted a position as the Director of Systems & Continuous Improvement at Coakley Brothers & Brothers Interiors. His primary focus is on developing, recommending, and implementing solutions for process improvement across the company's two entities and seven total divisions. He also oversees the IT department & handles tasks such as system migrations, budget, database design, value-stream mapping, data collection for identifying root causes, document control, and developing standard operating procedures aligned with business strategies.
Outside of work, Dylan enjoys spending time with his large family of brothers and sisters. He is known as the music enthusiast in the family and has a passion for Eastern Asian cuisine. During his free time, he immerses himself in learning about technology related to AI, Internet of Things (IoT), and Microsoft Power Platform. Dylan is also actively involved in academic and charitable organizations. He is a member of the Delta Mu Delta- International Academic Honor Society in Business and serves as the Treasurer on the Board of Directors for his mother's nonprofit organization, Breath of Courage, which focuses on raising awareness and providing healing for trauma survivors.

Dylan Vincent is Coakley Brothers & Brothers Interiors Director Systems & Continuous Improvement. Starting at UPS in 2007, Dylan progressed through the ranks to attain a managerial role. Concurrently, he pursued higher education, securing an asso... Show more

Tom Bellinson has been working in IT for over 40 years. His background has allowed him to gain experience in technical, marketing, sales, and executive roles. He currently serves as a Delivery Improvement Consultant for A2Agile. Prior to that, he was an Agile Coach at ITHAKA (JSTOR). Bellinson worked with at-risk businesses in Michigan through the University of Michigan. He served as VP of an ERP software company, as an independent consultant, as chief information officer of an automotive engineering services company, and as founder and President of a systems integration and pioneering internet services firm.

Tom Bellinson has been working in IT for over 40 years. His background has allowed him to gain experience in technical, marketing, sales, and executive roles. He currently serves as a Delivery Improvement Consultant for A2Agile. Prior to that, he was... Show more

💡| With an Industrial Engineering background, I began to integrate into the technology industry starting my professional career at Deloitte. I am passionate about technology and after completing a Msc in Industry 4.0 , I have been able to delve into different areas such as IA, Data Analysis, Big Data and Digital Transformation. Currently I work at Telefónica combining technology with business, carrying out the technical and functional design of projects related to the field of Big Data, Data Governance, IA, Gen AI and BI for several clients from various industries.

🔈| I consider myself a very proactive person and I combine work with self-taught training through different platforms, thanks to which I have been able to train in topics such as BI, IA or Gen AI. In addition, I have had the opportunity to write some articles, record a Podcast and participate as a speaker in events where Women, Technology and the Future are the main common thread.

💡| With an Industrial Engineering background, I began to integrate into the technology industry starting my professional career at Deloitte. I am passionate about technology and after completing a Msc in Industry 4.0 , I have been able to delve in... Show more

More than 15years experience in the areas of marketing, digitalization and transformation help me to solve complex problems with AI & technology. I am an AI strategist with an entrepreneurial mindset and make AI & technology understandable, accessible and usable for companies.

As a so-called Though-Leader for the topic of artificial intelligence & technology, I am not only a speaker and moderator on stage, but also bring a broad and deep network of innovative designers and first movers in the field of artificial intelligence, tech and innovation.

My mission is to break down barriers and fears related to AI and technology and to empower people and organizations to use artificial intelligence to solve their problems and achieve their goals, to implement it in their business processes and to see change & innovation as an opportunity.

Excerpt from my past positions:
- epages, German e-commerce software company - here I learned a lot about end-to-end product development, working with developers and at the same time building e-commerce stores for SMEs
- dentsu, global agency network - here I worked as an owned media consultant on many client projects, specializing in UX and conversion optimization (together with content, SEO and social experts). During this time, I understood what makes people tick and internalized how important the user-centric approach really is
- adesso, German IT consultancy - many workshops with clients on UX, innovation, data and infrastructure, first as UX expert, later as Business Development Manager.
- ARTEFACT, global AI and data consulting company - as "lead business development & AI transformation" I was responsible for business development, sales & marketing and together with my colleagues I helped enterprise companies to utilize their data and implement AI into their processes.

The momentum we are in is incredibly exciting, the speed of developments is rapid and I am very curious to see how AI and technology will continue to change our world over the next 24 months. What I find even more exciting is that I can be in the front row and will be able to travel as an independent speaker and consultant for German SMEs from June 2024.

More than 15years experience in the areas of marketing, digitalization and transformation help me to solve complex problems with AI & technology. I am an AI strategist with an entrepreneurial mindset and make AI & technology understandable, accessibl... Show more

Power Platform Engineer with years of experience doing Power Platform and Office 365 development and adoption across multiple industries (Manufacturing Biotechnology and now Aviation).
I have excelled in various roles in Power Platform from Development to Functional Consultant and Engineering using the Microsoft Power Platform Well-Architected Framework in delivering projects.
I have Diploma Bachelor's and Post Grad in Computer Science.
I Support the Power Platform community in various ways including a Medium Blog, Podcast and User Group Speaker and Microsoft Power Platform Community Multi Super User where i resolve various levels of issues from diverse users all over the world

Power Platform Engineer with years of experience doing Power Platform and Office 365 development and adoption across multiple industries (Manufacturing Biotechnology and now Aviation). I have excelled in various roles in Power Platform from Develop... Show more

Rexhino Kovaci, a seasoned tech lead and solutions architect, excels in DevOps at Volkswagen with Lufthansa Industry Solutions. Specializing in Monitoring and Security, he ensures project security, driving Europe's automotive sector forward. Recognized for his expertise, he received the ICT Albania Individual Recognition Award in 2018. With extensive experience in project monitoring, Rexhino's adeptness in managing monitoring systems enhances project performance and solidifies his reputation as a skilled professional.

Rexhino Kovaci, a seasoned tech lead and solutions architect, excels in DevOps at Volkswagen with Lufthansa Industry Solutions. Specializing in Monitoring and Security, he ensures project security, driving Europe's automotive sector forward. Recogniz... Show more

Zyad is a passionate Tech Leader in the area of Data, ML, AI and Robotics who enjoys working in nimble, fast paced environments to build 0 to 1 innovative products while bringing people from different teams together & focusing on engineering and product excellence. Zyad previously worked for companies like Amazon Robotics where he deployed new robotics technologies to improve the customer's experience and Google where he managed the internal data and AI product portfolio.

Zyad is a passionate Tech Leader in the area of Data, ML, AI and Robotics who enjoys working in nimble, fast paced environments to build 0 to 1 innovative products while bringing people from different teams together & focusing on engineering and prod... Show more

Jeremy Coupe is an Aerospace Engineer at NASA Ames Research Center. He is the Lead for NASA's Sustainable Flight National Partnership Ops demo series and oversees the NASA/FAA Digital Mesh Technology and Applications AI/ML working group. Previously, he led the development of NASA's Machine Learning Airport Surface Model and was the recipient of the 2021 NASA Superior Accomplishment Award for outstanding promotion and proliferation of AI/ML applied to aviation. He received a MS in Applied Mathematics and Statistics and PhD in Computer Engineering from the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Jeremy Coupe is an Aerospace Engineer at NASA Ames Research Center. He is the Lead for NASA's Sustainable Flight National Partnership Ops demo series and oversees the NASA/FAA Digital Mesh Technology and Applications AI/ML working group. Previously, ... Show more

Lacroix is an NYC based Web 3.0 strategy consultant who has spent over the past 10+ years leading digital transformation for global media brands such as Conde Nast, Viacom, and Disney.

She has worked with NFT creators and collectors on the growing interest in web 3.0 for women and historically excluded communities and how they can be represented and supported.

During NFT NYC 2021 she hosted the first all-female & BIPOC panel, “ Women in NFTs: Making Space in the Metaverse” and will be presenting at NFTNYC 2022.

Lacroix is an NYC based Web 3.0 strategy consultant who has spent over the past 10+ years leading digital transformation for global media brands such as Conde Nast, Viacom, and Disney. She has worked with NFT creators and collectors on the growin... Show more

Timur is a DevOps professional in Berlin. His core expertises are Terraform, CI/CD, AWS, Docker and Kafka. He is also an active speaker on various meet-ups, podcasts and conferences, as well as a co-organiser of meet-ups and conferences. Currently works at TIER Mobility as a Platform Engineering Lead and is a co-organiser of Berlin AWS User Group meet-up.

Timur is a DevOps professional in Berlin. His core expertises are Terraform, CI/CD, AWS, Docker and Kafka. He is also an active speaker on various meet-ups, podcasts and conferences, as well as a co-organiser of meet-ups and conferences. Currently wo... Show more

I consider myself to be an Agile and Lean Enthusiast navigating Automotive Transformation challenges and helping OEMs and Tier 1 Suppliers to deliver business value faster. With courage, passion and delight I drive Agility in the most complex environment of automotive embedded systems.
My vision is to help Automotive industry to reinvent itself and solve its toughest challenges by tapping into the power of Lean-Agile Transformation.
My mission is to be a strong change agent and to generate a critical mass of Lean and Agile leaders, capable to drive the change in Automotive by creating empowered cross-functional self-organizing teams, embracing the concept of value stream and flow and taking an active role in removing transformation roadblocks.
Dedicating my entire career path Automotive challenges, I started my agile journey at the Daimler's corporate incubator and innovation hub "Daimler Business Innovation", known as "Lab 1886”. Later on I was a strong catalyst of Scaled Agile Transformation at the Digital Solution Center at Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA, bringing energy, fun and delight to the first Agile Release Train. After that as part of Engineering leadership team I shaped Lean-Agile Transformation journey for Advanced Safety and User Experience product line at Aptiv, helping large co-located and distributed engineering program teams to leverage the benefits of lean and agile principles in complex embedded system environment.

I would love to promote agility in such a complex environment as automotive to a broader audience in order to encourage agilists around the world not to give up challenging transformations.

I consider myself to be an Agile and Lean Enthusiast navigating Automotive Transformation challenges and helping OEMs and Tier 1 Suppliers to deliver business value faster. With courage, passion and delight I drive Agility in the most complex environ... Show more

As a Director of Hyper Automation, I bring my process reengineering, software development, IT operations, UX/UI and senior leadership experience to each customer engagement. I work with various organizations to improve their processes, collaboration, teams, and management practices. Helping organizations as they build out technology solutions, process improvement/reengineering, and digital transformation. This includes governance and planning around using the Microsoft ecosystem, such as Office365, Teams, Project Online, Power Apps, Flow, and other Power Platform products.

As a Director of Hyper Automation, I bring my process reengineering, software development, IT operations, UX/UI and senior leadership experience to each customer engagement. I work with various organizations to improve their processes, collaboration,... Show more

Alison is an automotive systems programmer and kernel engineer and has worked at Nokia, Mentor Graphics, Peloton Technology and Aurora Innovation. In 2014-2015, she collaborated on-site with a customer in Germany. Alison has spoken at events including ELC and ELCE, USENIX, LibrePlanet, linux.conf.au, Automotive Linux Summit, SCALE and Maker Faire. She lives in Mountain View , CA where she rides bikes, attends concerts, drinks beer and studies German.

Alison is an automotive systems programmer and kernel engineer and has worked at Nokia, Mentor Graphics, Peloton Technology and Aurora Innovation. In 2014-2015, she collaborated on-site with a customer in Germany. Alison has spoken at events includin... Show more

Selinay Parlak is the Co-Founder and COO of Bluedot, a payment platform designed for electric vehicle drivers and fleets. Bluedot serves electric vehicle users and fleets in the US by offering the world's first electric vehicle charging card solution. Bluedot has received investments totaling over $5 million from leading investors such as Samsara Ventures, Porsche, Ford, Y Combinator and other top Silicon Valley investors.

Selinay Parlak is the Co-Founder and COO of Bluedot, a payment platform designed for electric vehicle drivers and fleets. Bluedot serves electric vehicle users and fleets in the US by offering the world's first electric vehicle charging card solution... Show more

10+ years in software industry

10+ years in software industry Show more

Hitesh Padhiyar

Experienced Software Engineer in Oil and Gas Industry.

Hitesh Padhiyar is a dynamic and results-driven software engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications (BCA), graduating in 2022. With a strong passion for technology and a keen interest in the Oil and Gas industry, Hitesh Padhiyar has quickly become a key player in the field.

Professional Experience:

With over two years of experience in the Oil and Gas sector, Hitesh Padhiyar has been instrumental in leveraging technology to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and ensure the seamless integration of various systems. As a software engineer, Hitesh Padhiyar primarily specializes in REST API integration and has successfully connected ERP systems to automation software, including SAP, among others.

Areas of Expertise:

RESTful API Integration,

ERP System Integration, Automation Software,

Multithreading,

SAP Integration,

Oil and Gas Industry Software Solutions.

Passion for Technology:

Hitesh Padhiyar's passion for technology extends beyond the workplace. They are dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the software engineering field, ensuring that their skills and knowledge remain cutting-edge.

Speaking Engagements:

Hitesh Padhiyar is embarking on their speaking journey, eager to share insights and expertise in technology and software engineering. While this may be their first speaking engagement, they bring a fresh perspective and enthusiasm to the stage.

Connect with Hitesh Padhiyar:

Feel free to connect with Hitesh Padhiyar on professional platforms such as LinkedIn and Email to stay updated on their work.

Hitesh Padhiyar Experienced Software Engineer in Oil and Gas Industry. Hitesh Padhiyar is a dynamic and results-driven software engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications (BCA), graduating in 2022. With a strong passion for tech... Show more