Tim Rayburn is a Vice President of Consulting with Improving Enterprises, a software and project management consulting company in Dallas, TX. He is a passionate advocate of apprenticeship and mentorship in corporate environments. He has been awarded the Microsoft MVP in recognition of his expertise and community leadership 11 times. He is also a conference organizer, an author, and can be found speaking across the nation on agile processes, software design, and career management. He lives in the North Dallas area with his amazing wife Kate and their loyal dogs Dresden and Radagast.

Tim Rayburn is a Vice President of Consulting with Improving Enterprises, a software and project management consulting company in Dallas, TX. He is a passionate advocate of apprenticeship and mentorship in corporate environments. He has been awarded ... Show more

I’m a passionate Developer and Cloud Solution Architect at 4Dotnet, with over a decade of experience building scalable, maintainable, and cloud-native solutions using .NET and Microsoft Azure. My focus lies in designing robust event-driven architectures, implementing microservices, and advocating for clean code and DevOps best practices.

I’m a passionate Developer and Cloud Solution Architect at 4Dotnet, with over a decade of experience building scalable, maintainable, and cloud-native solutions using .NET and Microsoft Azure. My focus lies in designing robust event-driven architectu... Show more

I am a Principal Architect at iSpace with expertise in Cloud Architecture, AI/ML, Serverless Computing, and Enterprise Security, leading the design of scalable and resilient enterprise solutions. I hold the AWS Security Specialty certification and am preparing for the Machine Learning Specialty, with focus areas including semantic search, intelligent content discovery, and AI-driven optimization in serverless systems.

Alongside my technical career, I am a Member of the Institute of Directors (IOD), India, and a Mentor with Startup India, where I guide founders and innovators in technology adoption, architecture strategy, and sustainable growth. My work blends deep technical problem solving with leadership, governance, and mentorship, giving me a holistic perspective on how technology drives business and innovation. Passionate about knowledge-sharing, I contribute to developer communities, mentor professionals, and explore the intersection of technology,leadership, and entrepreneurship

I am a Principal Architect at iSpace with expertise in Cloud Architecture, AI/ML, Serverless Computing, and Enterprise Security, leading the design of scalable and resilient enterprise solutions. I hold the AWS Security Specialty certification and am... Show more

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and when not doing that, Clifford freelances as a .NET developer. An active member of the .NET community, he is a regular speaker at conferences and meet-ups around the world.

Clifford graduated as an engineer from the Ford Technical Training Centre in 1995. After 11 years as an electrical/mechanical engineer working with Robotics and PLC Programming, he trained to become an Airline Pilot in 2001. Clifford became a Microsoft Valued Professional (MVP) in 2020.

Clifford Agius, Freelance .NET Developer and also blogs from time to time, is currently a three-time Developer Technologies & IoT MVP, specialising in Xamarin/.NET MAUI and IoT. By day, an airline pilot flying Airbus A320 aircraft around Europe and w... Show more

Apurva Misra is a machine learning engineer, speaker, and founder of Sentick, where she helps growing companies unlock practical, ROI-driven AI solutions across automations, predictive analytics, and copilots.
She holds a Master’s from the University of Waterloo, where her research focused on detecting driver cognitive distraction; her work has been published in IEEE Access.
Apurva has spoken at industry events and advises startups on shipping AI safely and measurably, drawing on hands-on experience building production systems and a strong cloud/engineering background. In her free time, she is learning Spanish, and enjoys exploring hidden gem eateries, always eager to hear about new favourite spots!

Apurva Misra is a machine learning engineer, speaker, and founder of Sentick, where she helps growing companies unlock practical, ROI-driven AI solutions across automations, predictive analytics, and copilots. She holds a Master’s from the Universit... Show more

Gerhard loves infrastructure: 100gbit homelabs, CI/CD that ships straight into production within minutes, an open-source CDN that serves TBs of requests every single day 10x faster than the incumbent.

Gerhard loves infrastructure: 100gbit homelabs, CI/CD that ships straight into production within minutes, an open-source CDN that serves TBs of requests every single day 10x faster than the incumbent. Show more

Duane is Co-Founder of Alien Arc Technologies, LLC where he focuses on creating solutions targeting mobile devices, modern desktops, and the Internet of Things. As a Microsoft MVP and technology enthusiast with a passion for good software he strives to bring solutions that improve or eliminate costly duplication and repetitive processes so more important things can be done. He enjoys teaching others and speaking at conferences on topics such as DevOps, Testing, and Mobile. When not behind a computer screen he can be found sharing his love of SCUBA and all things underwater through his dive shop, Dive Rinse Repeat Scuba.

Duane is Co-Founder of Alien Arc Technologies, LLC where he focuses on creating solutions targeting mobile devices, modern desktops, and the Internet of Things. As a Microsoft MVP and technology enthusiast with a passion for good software he strives ... Show more

A lifelong Java enthusiast turned CTO with experience in software engineering, system architecture, cloud computing, and digital transformation. From building enterprise-scale applications to integrating blockchain and digital twins into cloud-native platforms, I have led global teams across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. My current focus is on modernizing supply chains through secure, scalable, intelligent solutions with a firm nod to sustainability and open-source innovation.

A lifelong Java enthusiast turned CTO with experience in software engineering, system architecture, cloud computing, and digital transformation. From building enterprise-scale applications to integrating blockchain and digital twins into cloud-native... Show more

Passionate about science since childhood, I studied Mathematics at the University of Santiago de Compostela, I completed these studies with a Master in Statistics and Operational Research. The latter allowed me to enter the world of AI and ML, fields in which I am currently working as AI Team Lead @MDW.

Passionate about science since childhood, I studied Mathematics at the University of Santiago de Compostela, I completed these studies with a Master in Statistics and Operational Research. The latter allowed me to enter the world of AI and ML, fields... Show more

Kennedy is the CTO/Co-Founder at Mitigant, an innovative cloud security startup based in Germany. Kennedy has spent over 12 years in cybersecurity and passionately explores the intersection of security chaos engineering, cyber resilience, incident response, and AI security for cloud security. Kennedy has published over 20 academic papers about several cloud security domains and contributed to the first O'Reilly book on Security Chaos Engineering. He is also a fifth-time member of the AWS Community Builder Program. He has spoken at several international conferences, including InfoQ DevSummit, AWS Community Day DACH, KubeCon (Cloud Native Security Day), NDC {Security}, ChaosCarnival, and BSides Berlin.

Kennedy is the CTO/Co-Founder at Mitigant, an innovative cloud security startup based in Germany. Kennedy has spent over 12 years in cybersecurity and passionately explores the intersection of security chaos engineering, cyber resilience, incident re... Show more

Maria Andrade is a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant at MCA Connect with hands-on experience across finance, supply chain, and several automation initiatives. She focuses on designing practical D365 solutions that bridge system capabilities, real-world operations, and how users actually work.

Maria Andrade is a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant at MCA Connect with hands-on experience across finance, supply chain, and several automation initiatives. She focuses on designing practical D365 solutions that bridge system ... Show more

For the last 15 years I have been working on Web Development, projects from scratch, helping clients and agencies to build the entire idea until the final product. Coding on both Front-end and Back-end, depending on the project and the available resources.
I have worked with a variety of technologies and frameworks, and I am always looking for new challenges and opportunities to learn and grow.
Currently I am working as a Tech Lead for one of the biggest Airlines in Europe @ Globant. Using Next.js, Typescript, Tailwind CSS, Docker, Storybook, and more.
I have used Javascript, Typescript, React, Vue, GraphQL, MongoDB, MySQL, CSS, Sass, Docker, PHP, Wordpress, Laravel and more. I also love Data related subjects, and been learning Data Science with R and Python on my spare time.

For the last 15 years I have been working on Web Development, projects from scratch, helping clients and agencies to build the entire idea until the final product. Coding on both Front-end and Back-end, depending on the project and the available reso... Show more

Timothy Harmon is a Lead Enterprise Architect and cybersecurity professional (CISSP) with a Master of Advanced Studies from UC San Diego (conferred June 2025). He is the creator of Project Apex — a real-time, physics-based telemetry validation system built for Formula 1's 2026 cyber-physical environment — which detects anomalous vehicle behavior that standard sensor monitoring misses.

A Cisco Insider Champion for over nine years and a credentialed motorsport official through Motorsport UK, BMMC, SMMC, and SCCA San Diego, Timothy bridges operational technology security with high-performance racing environments. As a member of the BSides San Diego core planning team, he is an active contributor to the local cybersecurity community.

Timothy Harmon is a Lead Enterprise Architect and cybersecurity professional (CISSP) with a Master of Advanced Studies from UC San Diego (conferred June 2025). He is the creator of Project Apex — a real-time, physics-based telemetry validation system... Show more

Peruvian software engineer, certified Cloud Architect in Azure, ex-Microsoft Student Partner, former Microsoft MVP working with technologies like .NET, Kubernetes, Azure and AWS. Author on www.somostechies.com.

Peruvian software engineer, certified Cloud Architect in Azure, ex-Microsoft Student Partner, former Microsoft MVP working with technologies like .NET, Kubernetes, Azure and AWS. Author on www.somostechies.com. Show more

Rajesh worked as data architect, data modeler and data analyst at global firms working on technical projects that generated huge revenue. He holds master's in computer science and bachelor's in electrical and electronics engineering.

Rajesh worked as data architect, data modeler and data analyst at global firms working on technical projects that generated huge revenue. He holds master's in computer science and bachelor's in electrical and electronics engineering. Show more

Brenna Buuck is the subject matter expert at MinIO for databases and data lakehouses. A data engineer turned developer evangelist, she is passionate about coding, data, and learning. She endeavors to inspire and educate other developers about the latest tools and technologies, helping them build amazing things through code, tutorials, speaking engagements, and writing. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego, and a graduate degree from San Diego State University.

Brenna Buuck is the subject matter expert at MinIO for databases and data lakehouses. A data engineer turned developer evangelist, she is passionate about coding, data, and learning. She endeavors to inspire and educate other developers about the lat... Show more

Sevim Durmus is an AI Trainer, Consultant, and the Founder of AI and Tech. As an AWS Community Builder, she helps businesses build smart, scalable systems with AWS and applied AI. With a background in Industrial Engineering, logistics, e-commerce, and SaaS, she brings practical insights into automation, low-code machine learning, and cloud integration. She teaches on Udemy, creates content for YouTube, and speaks globally on AI productivity, agentic workflows, vibe coding, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

Sevim Durmus is an AI Trainer, Consultant, and the Founder of AI and Tech. As an AWS Community Builder, she helps businesses build smart, scalable systems with AWS and applied AI. With a background in Industrial Engineering, logistics, e-commerce, an... Show more

I help companies build repeatable Developer Relations programs that consistently drive measurable user acquisition, product adoption and tie to business outcomes.

Kevin Blanco is a Senior Developer Advocate and growth strategist with over 16 years in tech leadership. Distinguished as one of the leaders who deeply understand advanced technical concepts, PLG, GTM, and Enterprise + Partner Strategies. Kevin understand how developer adoption compounds into B2B & B2D pipelines and structure programs to capture that value.

Kevin has established himself as the go-to keynote speaker for developer conferences worldwide, having delivered 60+ impactful presentations at premier events including Google Cloud Next, DevRelCon, DrupalCon, All Things Open AI, and multiple developer conferences across North America and LATAM. Known for his ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights, he connects deeply with technical audiences through engaging storytelling and practical frameworks. His presentations consistently drive measurable increases in product adoption and community engagement, making him a sought-after voice for events focused on developer relations, AI integration, and product-led growth strategies.

From shaping AI strategies at IBM Watson to building scalable cloud solutions for Google, Microsoft, and Nintendo, Kevin has a proven record of driving innovation and delivering measurable results. His rare combination of technical knowledge, storytelling expertise, and data-driven growth strategies enables him to craft video content that not only educates but also accelerates user acquisition and product adoption.

As a Google Developer Expert and Google for Startups Mentor, he advises Seed to Series A AI-focused startups on product strategy, sustainable scaling, and leveraging Google's ecosystem of resources and networks.
As a Google Certified Educator and Trainer and Certified Blackmagic Trainer for DaVinci Resolve, Kevin demonstrates exceptional teaching capabilities across both technical education and professional video production.

Speaker at Featured Events:

- Google I/O
- Google Cloud Next
- DevRelCon
- DrupalCon
- All Things Open AI
- Nerdearla
- KubeCon
- DevRelX Summit
- Techstars Founder Catalyst
- Google DevFest Montreal
- Google DevFest Calgary
- Google DevFest New York

Certifications and Recognitions:
- Google Developer Expert
- Google Innovator
- Google Champion
- Google Certified Educator/Trainer
- Google Certified Cloud Architect
- Blackmagic Design Certified Trainer
- Davinci Resolve Certified Editor
- Davinci Resolve Certified Colorist

I help companies build repeatable Developer Relations programs that consistently drive measurable user acquisition, product adoption and tie to business outcomes. Kevin Blanco is a Senior Developer Advocate and growth strategist with over 16 year... Show more

Since many years, Jan works in different consulting and software architecture positions all over the globe. With a background in software engineering, he successfully planned, designed and helped implement solutions in various business fields such as defence, automotive, pharma or finance. As an ISAQB accredited software architecture instructor he loves to share his knowledge and enable others to grow in their career paths.

Since many years, Jan works in different consulting and software architecture positions all over the globe. With a background in software engineering, he successfully planned, designed and helped implement solutions in various business fields such as... Show more

Piotr is a DevOps leader you insert deep behind enemy lines - to transform troubled software and processes into modern standards. He's specialty is combining hard technical skills and soft leadership pragmatism with high agency.

Imagine him as lean blackops operative with Second Brain of almost 7000 hand-gardened notes bringing unconventional outside-in perspective. He's led $1M+ digital transformations, accelerated delivery for 150+ engineers, and slashed release cycles from weeks to hours across Air Defense, Banking, Industry 4.0, Logistics, Fuel, Mars Rovers and Gambling.

Trusted as Code Europe Program Committee member, Ex-GDG Organizer, and speaker, he happily mentors younger experts sharing battle-tested insights.

Off-duty, find him in Hawaiian shirts, Game Mastering RPGs, tinkering in his rapid prototyping workshop, or optimizing board game tactics with probability.

Piotr is a DevOps leader you insert deep behind enemy lines - to transform troubled software and processes into modern standards. He's specialty is combining hard technical skills and soft leadership pragmatism with high agency. Imagine him as lea... Show more

Inizia la sua avventura con un Intel 80386 e si laurea in Informatica all'Università di Torino che completa con due master: Comunicazione Digitale/Web Marketing e Social Media Management, il secondo in Cloud Computing.

Dopo esperienze come sviluppatore web e mobile, oggi è Cloud Architect, docente e assistente universitario, co-organizzatore di droidcon Italy, Swift Heroes e Flutter Heroes.

Lato community nel 2018 fonda il GDG Cloud Torino, diventa Google Champion Innovator nel 2023 e Google GDE Cloud nel 2025.

Su Instagram è noto come @mosquitoman81, tra i creator italiani più seguiti su giochi e fiere.

Inizia la sua avventura con un Intel 80386 e si laurea in Informatica all'Università di Torino che completa con due master: Comunicazione Digitale/Web Marketing e Social Media Management, il secondo in Cloud Computing. Dopo esperienze come svilup... Show more

Jonathan Mentor is the CEO of Successment, a RevOps consultancy powering startup revenue growth across Latin America and the U.S. He writes the syndicated Digital Nomad Weekly column and was a Dominican nominee for the UN World Summit Award. As a mentor with Techstars, Parallel18, and Black Ambition (Pharrell), Jonathan shapes scalable ventures at the intersection of data, innovation, and narrative power.

Jonathan Mentor is the CEO of Successment, a RevOps consultancy powering startup revenue growth across Latin America and the U.S. He writes the syndicated Digital Nomad Weekly column and was a Dominican nominee for the UN World Summit Award. As a men... Show more

Mark Heckler, MBA is the Senior Director of Field Engineering at Moderne.
He has worked with key players in numerous industries and organizations to develop, deliver, and maintain critical capabilities securely, on time, and on budget. Mark is an open source contributor, author of Spring Boot: Up and Running (https://bit.ly/springbootbook), and a licensed, instrument-rated pilot.

Mark Heckler, MBA is the Senior Director of Field Engineering at Moderne. He has worked with key players in numerous industries and organizations to develop, deliver, and maintain critical capabilities securely, on time, and on budget. Mark is an o... Show more

Actually, I'm an Egyptologist and should (probably) be looking for mummies. However, I've preferred to use the last 16 years to find people who are still alive.

I started out as a sourcer in a recruitment consultancy, worked for a long time in tech start-ups and scale-ups both as a hands-on recruiter as well as in leadership roles and founded my own company, The UnleashPeople, together with a business partner at the beginning of 2024.

My focus is on data-driven recruiting processes and strategies, employer branding and a bit of workforce planning. For me, all of this is always under the banner of an excellent candidate experience.

Actually, I'm an Egyptologist and should (probably) be looking for mummies. However, I've preferred to use the last 16 years to find people who are still alive. I started out as a sourcer in a recruitment consultancy, worked for a long time in tec... Show more

Christian Glaeser: Azure Cloud Architect @ Nordcloud, from Germany

Christian Glaeser: Azure Cloud Architect @ Nordcloud, from Germany Show more

I’m a website developer and WordPress enthusiast from Uganda. I have a strong passion for sharing knowledge and excel at creating visually appealing websites that combine design and coding expertise. I’m also a multilingual translator and skilled technical writer, making complex concepts easy to understand for a global audience. I’m committed to ensuring quality through rigorous system testing for top-notch performance. My dedication to excellence and active involvement in the tech community make me a valuable contributor to the ever-changing digital landscape. I’m a digital artisan shaping user-friendly experiences and bridging language gaps.

I’m a website developer and WordPress enthusiast from Uganda. I have a strong passion for sharing knowledge and excel at creating visually appealing websites that combine design and coding expertise. I’m also a multilingual translator and skilled tec... Show more

Certified Network Engineer and Cloud Architect. I am an advocate for Multi-cloud Computing, and the mordenization of Information Technology by the adoption of emerging technologies like Cloud-Native, AI and ML workloads that scale across multi-cloud and hybrid architectures. I have working experience in Enteprise Networking, familiar with vendor technologies like Cisco, AWS and Microsoft Azure. I am passionate about continous learning and skill development, and belong to many communities including AWS Community Builders, AWS All Builders Welcome Grant Alumni, Google Developer Community, Aviatrix Cloud Networking Heroes, Megaport Community, FinOps Foundation as well as the Network Automation Forum. I am a Writer an a Speaker.

Certified Network Engineer and Cloud Architect. I am an advocate for Multi-cloud Computing, and the mordenization of Information Technology by the adoption of emerging technologies like Cloud-Native, AI and ML workloads that scale across multi-cloud ... Show more

Ron Veen is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience ranging from Microservices to mainframes. His passion for software engineering and architecture has been his guiding force throughout his career. With over 20 years of expertise in the JVM and the Java ecosystem, Ron is an Oracle Certified Java Programmer (OCP) and a certified Sun Business Component Developer (SCBCD/OCPBCD).

A dedicated Java enthusiast, Ron also has a keen interest in alternative JVM languages, particularly Kotlin. At Team Rockstars IT, he serves as a Special Agent and lead developer, frequently speaking at international conferences. Ron is the author of books on Java Cloud-native migrations with Jakarta EE and on Virtual Threads, Structured Concurrency, and Scoped Values. He has also co-written a book on Kotlin.

Ron Veen is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience ranging from Microservices to mainframes. His passion for software engineering and architecture has been his guiding force throughout his career. With over 20 years of expertise in th... Show more

Paul Innella, CEO of TDI, is a globally recognized cybersecurity executive with over 30 years of experience advising critical infrastructure, government, and enterprise organizations. He pioneered Cybersecurity Performance Management (CPM), a strategic approach to measuring cybersecurity effectiveness in operational environments. Paul has guided top institutions including DARPA, the U.S. Navy, Deutsche Bank, and the IMF. His insights have appeared in Forbes, Financial Times, CNBC, and ABC News. He holds CISSP-ISSMP, CISM, and NSA IAM certifications and completed executive programs at Cambridge, IMD, and Edinburgh Business School. He also chairs White Hat USA, supporting Children’s National Medical Center.

Paul Innella, CEO of TDI, is a globally recognized cybersecurity executive with over 30 years of experience advising critical infrastructure, government, and enterprise organizations. He pioneered Cybersecurity Performance Management (CPM), a strateg... 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