12x Microsoft Azure MVP . Founder of the Polish Microsoft Azure User Group. Cloud Lead and Azure Lead Architect working with enterprises and gov also building Dynamics 365 Managed Environments for large business. Experienced in regulated envs like Banking and Insurance.

12x Microsoft Azure MVP . Founder of the Polish Microsoft Azure User Group. Cloud Lead and Azure Lead Architect working with enterprises and gov also building Dynamics 365 Managed Environments for large business. Experienced in regulated envs like Ba... Show more

Claire Kemp is a Senior Product Manager with experience building technology products across energy, payments and SaaS. From launching smart EV charging propositions to building payments capabilities for international energy retailers, she has spent much of her career solving complex problems with cross-functional product and engineering teams.

More recently, Claire has been experimenting with how generative AI can support not just the work we do, but the people doing it.

Claire Kemp is a Senior Product Manager with experience building technology products across energy, payments and SaaS. From launching smart EV charging propositions to building payments capabilities for international energy retailers, she has spent m... Show more

Obed is the Founder of Neutrix Hub, and AI leader with experience designing and delivering scalable data pipelines, cloud-based analytical platforms and data-driven solutions across government and industry.

His work spans large-scale data integration, ETL/ELT engineering, SQL optimisation, dimensional modelling, cloud data architecture, data quality and machine learning. He has contributed to projects involving multi-terabyte datasets, automated reporting, improved pipeline performance and the development of trusted analytical systems.

Obed holds an MSc in Mathematics of Systems from the University of Warwick and is an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner. He is a member of IEEE and BCS, with technical experience across Python, SQL, Apache Spark, Databricks, Azure and AWS.

He is dedicated to sharing practical engineering knowledge, exploring modern data architectures and helping organisations transform complex data challenges into scalable, reliable solutions.

Alongside his professional work, Obed has delivered over 500 mentoring sessions and supported 50+ students in achieving top career breakthroughs, as well as coaching over 1,000 university students. Passionate about education and inclusion, Obed is committed to helping more young children and underrepresented groups build confidence and careers in tech.

Obed is the Founder of Neutrix Hub, and AI leader with experience designing and delivering scalable data pipelines, cloud-based analytical platforms and data-driven solutions across government and industry. His work spans large-scale data integrat... Show more

Michael is an experienced Mobile Developer with expertise in design, testing, and maintenance of software systems. He has 4+ years of mobile app development experience, specializing in Hybrid Mobile Development. He has a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of the software development life cycle.

Michael is an experienced Mobile Developer with expertise in design, testing, and maintenance of software systems. He has 4+ years of mobile app development experience, specializing in Hybrid Mobile Development. He has a keen eye for detail and a str... Show more

Senior Software Engineer driving initiatives in mobile architecture, legacy system modernization, and large-scale technical migrations.

Additionally, provides mentorship to developers seeking to strengthen technical communication, career positioning, and mobile engineering practices.

Senior Software Engineer driving initiatives in mobile architecture, legacy system modernization, and large-scale technical migrations. Additionally, provides mentorship to developers seeking to strengthen technical communication, career position... Show more

Torsten Ahlemeyer has been realizing billing, workflow, ticket and master data applications in major projects for over 20 years. The business informatics graduate started out as a developer and then made a name for himself as a project manager in software development in the field of international projects. The Microsoft technology from the operating system to the programming languages was used in all projects in the same way as the MS SQL server (SSAS, SSIS, SSRS, ...). As an IT consultant, Torsten Ahlemeyer helps customers of arelium GmbH mainly in the role of project manager, but also as an architect, DB consultant or T-SQL specialist in the implementation of complex database projects.

Torsten Ahlemeyer has been realizing billing, workflow, ticket and master data applications in major projects for over 20 years. The business informatics graduate started out as a developer and then made a name for himself as a project manager in sof... Show more

Chris Moyer has worked on business process automation in production environments for over 30 years. In addition to founding the Moyer Group, he's authored multiple books, authored and taught dozens of courses and presented at conferences on various technical topics all over the world.

Chris Moyer has worked on business process automation in production environments for over 30 years. In addition to founding the Moyer Group, he's authored multiple books, authored and taught dozens of courses and presented at conferences on various t... Show more

Kevin M. Coleman is known as The Empowerment Coach, Trainer, and Speaker who has consulted and coached C-Suite, Government, Human Resources, Recruiting, Medical, Retail, and Non-Profit Executives. He has partnered with leaders to create and gain a competitive advantage through communication and strategic continuity within their organizations. He has development programs to meet your leadership, communication, professional development, customer service, and sales needs at all levels. As the Founder and CEO of KMC Empowerment, LLC, Kevin has dedicated over 35 years to cultivating success in individuals and organizations. Kevin has trained small groups to massive audiences of four to four thousand. Kevin's remarkable journey includes service to his country in the military, and he is a disabled veteran. Attendees will leave their training inspired and depart with actionable behaviors that will be immediately applied to supercharge their organization.

Kevin M. Coleman is known as The Empowerment Coach, Trainer, and Speaker who has consulted and coached C-Suite, Government, Human Resources, Recruiting, Medical, Retail, and Non-Profit Executives. He has partnered with leaders to create and gain a co... Show more

Jerome Schulte is the founder of Softwarehof, an independent security consultancy, and works as an interim technology leader and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. Trained as a developer with roots in an open source company, he has spent the last years helping mid-sized organisations secure their infrastructure, and leading recovery after real cyberattacks. He speaks about security, crisis management, open source and AI, preferring honest stories over scare statistics.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/schultejerome/

Jerome Schulte is the founder of Softwarehof, an independent security consultancy, and works as an interim technology leader and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. Trained as a developer with roots in an open source company, he has spent the last years helping ... Show more

He is Google Developer Expert in GCP , working as Sr. AI and cloud Engineer at Motibe .He has previously worked as a Sr Devops engineer at Lloyds banking group and also cloud engineer at Searce (GCP Premium Partner) He is Google Cloud Champion Innovator in the category of Modern Architecture with CKA + 3X Certified in GCP and 1X in Azure . He has been helping small and mid sized startups to adopt and implement best practices in cloud and DevOps culture to fasten their software delivery process. He loves to integrate various GCP service like networking, compute, storage , containers, GKE etc, and likes to Implement various use cases. He loves to explore and deep dive into GCP services and also help community by creating content and writing medium blogs.

He is Google Developer Expert in GCP , working as Sr. AI and cloud Engineer at Motibe .He has previously worked as a Sr Devops engineer at Lloyds banking group and also cloud engineer at Searce (GCP Premium Partner) He is Google Cloud Champion Inn... Show more

Candice Prentiss, PMP
Founder & CEO, CAP Global Works, LLC
Candice Prentiss is a Detroit, MI native and CEO of CAP Global Works (CAP), a leading IT, program and construction management firm that provides professional support services such as project administration, stakeholder management and strategic planning for public and private-sector organizations across diverse industries and markets. Prior to founding CAP, Candice served in several professional positions; one being with WSP USA, Inc. as Deputy Program Manager of the $1B+ new terminal build at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and several at Jacobs Engineering Group. With Jacobs she served as a key resource for multiple Department of Aviation capital improvement projects at the world's most travelled airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. With 20 years of experience, Candice has consistently delivered sustainable solutions to clients with program budgets totaling over $4B across various industries that include Aviation, Smart Cities, Facilities, Commercial Food & Beverage, and Civic Technology. While expanding into co-founding a mobile application, she has received top awards as a New Orleans’ Top 10 Women in STEM complimented by her award-winning projects. As a servant leader and Blacks in Technology Atlanta Board Vice President, Candice remains deeply committed to the community through her mentorship work, the Dryades YMCA in New Orleans and as a member Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Candice Prentiss, PMP Founder & CEO, CAP Global Works, LLC Candice Prentiss is a Detroit, MI native and CEO of CAP Global Works (CAP), a leading IT, program and construction management firm that provides professional support services such as projec... Show more

Heather Seiter is a Senior SharePoint and Microsoft 365 Architect who loves helping organizations modernize the way they work especially in secure environments like GCC and GCC High. Most of her work lives at the intersection of collaboration, automation, and governance.

Currently, leading efforts around Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI adoption, focusing on governance, training, and responsible rollout. Her goals are to help teams embrace new technology with confidence, combining strategic planning with hands‑on technical experience.

At the end of the day, she is passionate about improving the digital workplace making it more intuitive, secure, and aligned with how people actually work.

Heather Seiter is a Senior SharePoint and Microsoft 365 Architect who loves helping organizations modernize the way they work especially in secure environments like GCC and GCC High. Most of her work lives at the intersection of collaboration, automa... Show more

Collins Munene is a Senior Software & DevOps Engineer at Shipht, where he builds and runs scalable, high-performance systems across the full stack, from cloud infrastructure on AWS and Azure to native mobile apps.

His work sits where backend and client meet: designing cloud-native services, exploring Server-Driven UI (SDUI), and making sure what reaches the user’s screen is fast and efficient. He works mainly with Kotlin, .NET, and Flutter, with a strong focus on Android rendering performance.

Collins enjoys digging into how systems behave under load, whether that’s a cloud deployment or a GPU frame budget, and helping teams ship faster with confidence.

Collins Munene is a Senior Software & DevOps Engineer at Shipht, where he builds and runs scalable, high-performance systems across the full stack, from cloud infrastructure on AWS and Azure to native mobile apps. His work sits where backend and c... Show more

Wolfgang Strunk works as CTO at iteratec, focusing on software delivery transformation in the age of AI agents. AI makes coding faster but shifts the bottleneck from implementation to clarity, review, and team collaboration. He develops adapted team practices and delivery models for agentic environments, drawn from real project experience and empirical research.

Wolfgang Strunk works as CTO at iteratec, focusing on software delivery transformation in the age of AI agents. AI makes coding faster but shifts the bottleneck from implementation to clarity, review, and team collaboration. He develops adapted team ... Show more

I’m a cloud architect, AI consultant, entrepreneur, and community builder focused on making AI and Google Cloud work for African businesses — in our context, not through frameworks imported from elsewhere.

I lead GDG Gombe and founded Ummatore Technologies. I’ve spoken at technology events across Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania, and The Gambia, and trained 3,900+ developers across Africa.

My work spans AI readiness, Google Cloud architecture, enterprise AI agents, developer training, and digital transformation. I’ve also built and deployed products including TripDial, a USSD-based transport management platform for Nigerian road transport unions, and InsightVox, an AI-powered voice analytics platform.

As a speaker, I bring practical experience from building, deploying, and advising — not just theory. My sessions focus on actionable strategies, real-world implementation, and what it takes to make cloud and AI adoption succeed in African organisations.

I’m a cloud architect, AI consultant, entrepreneur, and community builder focused on making AI and Google Cloud work for African businesses — in our context, not through frameworks imported from elsewhere. I lead GDG Gombe and founded Ummatore Tec... Show more

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

Laura Bacher turns AI curiosity into AI capability. As Managing Director at Global Prairie, one of the world's top-ranked Certified B Corporations and a 100% employee-owned, women-owned marketing firm, she brings more than a decade of experience in operations strategy, project management, cybersecurity and technology adoption to one question: how do you get people to actually use the tools?

Laura led Global Prairie's company-wide rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Teams Premium. She designed and presented a multi-part AI training series, built a cross-functional network of Copilot Super Users, and led the development of the responsible AI policies and agent governance that helped employees go from using AI to building with it.

When she's not transforming how teams work, Laura can be found in Columbus, Ohio, with her husband, daughter, and two dogs, firmly convinced that one dog is never enough.

Laura Bacher turns AI curiosity into AI capability. As Managing Director at Global Prairie, one of the world's top-ranked Certified B Corporations and a 100% employee-owned, women-owned marketing firm, she brings more than a decade of experience in o... Show more

Chris McGraw is Lorien's Director of STEM Talent Solutions, with 15 year's experience building high-performance Technology, Life Sciences and Engineering teams for clients of all sizes and industries. Skilled at identifying, assessing, and recruiting executive talent to lead enterprise data-driven security strategies and cloud infrastructure.

Chris has been a guest speaker in several Podcasts and speaks frequently at virtual and technology conferences. Chris' passion for mentoring transitioning veterans extends to causes like the Fisher House, RWB and The American Legion. He holds professional membership in the Cincinnati & Mid-Tennessee chapters of the Information Systems Security Association and The Circuit, a Cincinnati Technology Professional Organization.

Chris McGraw is Lorien's Director of STEM Talent Solutions, with 15 year's experience building high-performance Technology, Life Sciences and Engineering teams for clients of all sizes and industries. Skilled at identifying, assessing, and recruiting... Show more

An active contributor to open source, content creator on Medium and YouTube, focusing on practical, scalable solutions in cloud-native environments. DevOps and Platform Engineering practitioner and advocate.

An active contributor to open source, content creator on Medium and YouTube, focusing on practical, scalable solutions in cloud-native environments. DevOps and Platform Engineering practitioner and advocate. Show more

Salomon Murciano is a Venezuelan-born professional who has established a steady presence in the global apparel and off-price distribution industry. His work centers on connecting international supply with retail demand through practical, reliable methods. He focuses on ensuring that branded merchandise moves efficiently across markets while maintaining strong relationships with partners. His approach reflects consistency, discipline, and a commitment to building long-term value through careful execution and trust.

Salomon began his path in Caracas, where he developed an early curiosity about trade and the movement of goods. He took initial steps by sourcing inventory from China, gaining firsthand exposure to manufacturing systems and supplier relationships. This experience provided him with a clear understanding of how global sourcing operates in real conditions. Over time, he used this knowledge to create a structured approach that supports scalable growth while remaining grounded in practical experience.

Salomon Murciano recognized an opportunity within the off-price market as he gained more insight into supply chain inefficiencies. He observed that excess inventory from brands often remained underutilized, while retailers continued to look for affordable, branded products. By sourcing closeout merchandise and placing it into established retail channels, he was able to address this imbalance. This shift allowed him to expand his operations steadily while strengthening connections with both suppliers and buyers.

Salomon has developed a reputation as a dependable distributor who values clarity and consistency in his work. He has worked with major off-price retailers, helping them access quality merchandise at competitive prices. His understanding of demand cycles allows him to align supply with market needs effectively. He focuses on meeting client expectations while maintaining strong communication, which has helped him build long-term relationships based on reliability and mutual trust.

Murciano operates across key global regions, including Asia, the United States, and Latin America, managing complex logistics and large-scale inventory movement. He remains actively involved in the operational side of the business, including evaluating inventory opportunities, negotiating deals, and overseeing delivery timelines. This hands-on approach keeps him informed and enables him to respond quickly to changing market conditions, ensuring consistent execution across regions.

Salomon Murciano has also expanded his work into real estate, focusing on low-income multifamily housing where he sees long-term value. He applies the same practical mindset used in his distribution work, identifying opportunities that offer stability and meaningful impact. In addition to his business efforts, he contributes to charitable initiatives, including supporting schools, helping fund tuition for children in need, and donating to food programs serving underserved communities.

Salomon Murciano is a Venezuelan-born professional who has established a steady presence in the global apparel and off-price distribution industry. His work centers on connecting international supply with retail demand through practical, reliable met... Show more

Sampath Kumar Mucherla is an ERP Supply Chain Architect and enterprise transformation leader with more than 20 years of experience in SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, procurement, logistics, global trade, enterprise integration, and supply chain operations. He holds an MS in Data Science from Eastern University and focuses on connecting enterprise ERP practice with applied artificial intelligence and machine learning.

He has authored and presented peer-reviewed research on explainable AI for supplier delay prediction, supply chain disruption forecasting, AI-enabled master data management, and agentic AI in ERP systems. His work focuses on making AI practical, interpretable, and actionable within enterprise environments, where business users must understand and trust AI-supported decisions.

Sampath has presented at IEEE, ACM Austin, and international conferences and has served as a technical reviewer, session judge, and industry awards judge. His sessions combine practical enterprise architecture experience with AI governance, data quality, integration, and operational decision-making.

Sampath Kumar Mucherla is an ERP Supply Chain Architect and enterprise transformation leader with more than 20 years of experience in SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, procurement, logistics, global trade, enterprise integration, and supply chain operations. He ... Show more

Matt is a Solutions Architect at Dash0 with 25 years in ops and observability, and a habit of getting telemetry out of things never designed to produce it.

He created otel-embedded, an MIT-licensed OpenTelemetry library for microcontrollers like the ESP32 and Pico W, and ttn2otel, which brought LoRaWAN data from The Things Network into OTel.

He has spoken at Monitorama, and at EMF Camp about connecting his model railway to Network Rail's data feeds so the trains moved in sync with real life.

Matt is a Solutions Architect at Dash0 with 25 years in ops and observability, and a habit of getting telemetry out of things never designed to produce it. He created otel-embedded, an MIT-licensed OpenTelemetry library for microcontrollers like ... Show more

I am a Solution Architect and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management specialist with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations transform their operations through ERP and supply chain solutions.

I joined Axazure shortly after its foundation and have been part of its journey ever since, helping grow the company from a small startup into one of the leading Microsoft Business Applications partners in Spain while leading projects, pre-sales activities, solution strategy, and delivery for organizations across multiple industries.

Today, as Practice Lead for Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations at Axazure, part of the Avvale Group, I work closely with customers to define their business and technology roadmap, helping them align operational objectives with the capabilities of the Microsoft platform before and throughout their transformation journey.

My expertise spans Manufacturing, Production Control, Planning, MRP, DDMRP, Procurement, Warehouse Management, and end-to-end Supply Chain processes within Microsoft Dynamics 365. Throughout my career, I have helped organizations modernize operations, improve planning and execution processes, and maximize the value of their ERP investment.

I am passionate about bridging the gap between business and technology, translating complex requirements into practical solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes. I particularly enjoy working on challenges related to manufacturing excellence, supply chain optimization, planning strategies, and large-scale ERP transformation initiatives.

I also lead pre-sales and solution architecture activities for large Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management opportunities, helping organizations define their transformation strategy before implementation begins.

As a speaker and community contributor, I enjoy sharing real-world experiences, implementation lessons learned, and practical approaches to solving business challenges through Microsoft Business Applications, with a particular focus on Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management.

I am a Solution Architect and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management specialist with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations transform their operations through ERP and supply chain solutions. I joined Axazure shortly after i... Show more

I've been a software developer since I was a child, now not only passionate about code but also of agile methodologies, tech practices and everything related to computer science. I work full time but I keep myself trained by doing small projects and sites.

I've been a software developer since I was a child, now not only passionate about code but also of agile methodologies, tech practices and everything related to computer science. I work full time but I keep myself trained by doing small projects and ... 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

Stojan is a versatile software engineer currently working at Jaja Finance as a Senior Android Engineer. His software development journey began in 2012 when he bought the Galaxy Nexus and started building Android apps. In addition to Android development, he has also spent time working as a backend engineer, contributing to a Kotlin Spring Boot application and building server-driven UI systems.

Stojan is passionate about building innovative applications by writing maintainable and correct code, which led him to explore functional programming. He enjoys sharing his insights and learnings on his blog.

When he's not coding, Stojan can be found playing padel, training at the gym, or dancing Cuban salsa.

Stojan is a versatile software engineer currently working at Jaja Finance as a Senior Android Engineer. His software development journey began in 2012 when he bought the Galaxy Nexus and started building Android apps. In addition to Android developme... Show more

Hasan Hoşgel is a dedicated Android developer with professional programming experience since 2003. Since 2010 doing all-day Android application development and was from 2016 to 2019 a Google Developer Expert for Android.
Continuous improvement of the architecture, performance, and quality is his dedication.
He works for T-Systems. Beforehand, he worked for companies like MHP - A Porsche Company, LAB1886 - The Incubator of Daimler AG, ImmobilienScout24 & Kitchen Stories.
As a former co-organizer of the "GDG Berlin Android" and as a speaker, he attended many conferences and several Google Developer Groups across Europe. As well being in program committees and organized conferences.

Hasan Hoşgel is a dedicated Android developer with professional programming experience since 2003. Since 2010 doing all-day Android application development and was from 2016 to 2019 a Google Developer Expert for Android. Continuous improvement of th... Show more

Doneyli is a Principal Architect @ ClickHouse, as the primary technical advisor for organizations. He provides deep expertise in crafting tailored AI & Data solutions that align with customer goals. With over 20 years in Data and AI, from development to solution architecture, he leverages his robust skillset to guide organizations toward innovative solutions that transform their operations.

Inside ClickHouse, he is deeply involved in cross-functional product development and deployment collaboration. He is often spearheading demonstrations and presentations to showcase AI capabilities.

Additionally, with his background in executive advising, data strategy, and solutions architecture, he dedicates time to mentoring data professionals, aiming to elevate their careers within the tech industry.

Doneyli is a Principal Architect @ ClickHouse, as the primary technical advisor for organizations. He provides deep expertise in crafting tailored AI & Data solutions that align with customer goals. With over 20 years in Data and AI, from development... Show more

Developer Relations Professional and Software Engineer with over a decade of experience in technology, specializing in AI/ML and Developer Experience.

I work at the intersection of Developer Relations, product, and UX, creating accessible workflows and clear paths to success for developers.

I’ve delivered talks, training sessions, and workshops at conferences across the Americas and Europe, sharing insights on Web Development, AI, Developer Experience, Neurodiversity, and inclusion in tech. Beyond the stage, I write code, content, and support open source and community initiatives. When not working, I'm co-organize GDG Lisbon and learning Rustlang.

My goal has always been to lower the barriers of entry into the tech world for "the rest of us".

Developer Relations Professional and Software Engineer with over a decade of experience in technology, specializing in AI/ML and Developer Experience. I work at the intersection of Developer Relations, product, and UX, creating accessible workflow... Show more

Samuel Adekunle is a passionate software engineer and product builder with a track record of creating practical solutions that solve real, everyday problems. He is the founder of MyVista, a simple and elegant personal finance tracker that helps users automatically understand their earnings, spending, and money management. He also serves as the lead engineer for ChopGrub, a fast-growing food and grocery delivery platform that makes access to meals and essentials easier in Nigerian cities, and has been a key engineer on 1app, a leading fintech platform powering global payments, bill payments, and financial services for Nigerians.

Breaking the typical software engineer stereotype by actively engaging beyond coding, diving into marketing, sales, and business strategy. My goal is to contribute more holistically to any company I'm part of or ventures I'm building, ensuring I understand and impact every aspect of the business, not just the technical side.

Explore my software engineering journey in my portfolio: portfolio.techwithsam.dev.

Samuel Adekunle is a passionate software engineer and product builder with a track record of creating practical solutions that solve real, everyday problems. He is the founder of MyVista, a simple and elegant personal finance tracker that helps users... Show more