Ben Gamble is Field CTO at Ververica. With a background in engineering leadership and entrepreneurship, he’s led teams across logistics, gaming, and mobile apps, focusing on solutions involving GPS, AR, and multi-user collaboration. Off-duty, he enjoys creating video games and trading cards, and cares for his two children and three pet ducks.

Ben Gamble is Field CTO at Ververica. With a background in engineering leadership and entrepreneurship, he’s led teams across logistics, gaming, and mobile apps, focusing on solutions involving GPS, AR, and multi-user collaboration. Off-duty, he enjo... Show more

Michel is a technical agile coach focusing on XP practices.

He has been programming since the age of 12 on strange machines like the TI 99-4A, the Atari 2600, Mac128, HP28, Apple II, Siemens PLC's, using languages like Basic, Pascal, C, HyperTalk, Assembler, ... along the way.

His professional experiences include collaborating on applications for logistics, retail, media, government, chemical plants, telecom, HR, insurance, ... in several technology stacks.

Michel is a technical agile coach focusing on XP practices. He has been programming since the age of 12 on strange machines like the TI 99-4A, the Atari 2600, Mac128, HP28, Apple II, Siemens PLC's, using languages like Basic, Pascal, C, HyperTalk,... Show more

Développeur Python convaincu par l'Agile, le Craft, Accelerate et la philosophie grecque antique.
Ancien consultant dans de grands groupes industriels (SNCF, EDF, Thales, Schneider).
Meetupeur grenoblois investi : Human Talks, Python et Craft.
Organisateur d'évènements et speaker à travers la France.

Développeur Python convaincu par l'Agile, le Craft, Accelerate et la philosophie grecque antique. Ancien consultant dans de grands groupes industriels (SNCF, EDF, Thales, Schneider). Meetupeur grenoblois investi : Human Talks, Python et Craft. Org... Show more

Gary Short is the founder of Darach.ai an AI/ML modelling company that allows you to make better business decisions by predicting the future.

Gary Short is the founder of Darach.ai an AI/ML modelling company that allows you to make better business decisions by predicting the future. Show more

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

Developer Advocate 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 Advocate 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 pa... Show more

Rashmi is a AI Research Scientist at Poseidon and a researcher at MIT CSAIL, working in the intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. She has six years of industrial experience, having brought ideas to life at pre-seed startups and contributed to impactful redesigns and features at established industry giants. Beyond coding, Rashmi finds inspiration in capturing the wonders of the cosmos through her telescope and engaging in board games with friends.

Rashmi is a AI Research Scientist at Poseidon and a researcher at MIT CSAIL, working in the intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. She has six years of industrial experience, having brought ideas to life at pre-seed startups and c... Show more

Minh is all over the map, lavishing attention on everything from taquerías in California to cornfields in Ohio to alleys in Vietnam. He organizes the mapping community in San José, advises OpenHistoricalMap, and supports core OpenStreetMap software development.

Minh is all over the map, lavishing attention on everything from taquerías in California to cornfields in Ohio to alleys in Vietnam. He organizes the mapping community in San José, advises OpenHistoricalMap, and supports core OpenStreetMap software d... Show more

As a Google Developer Expert, I teach and educate minorities and marginalised groups on Data, SQL & Google BigQuery using sports and blockchain data.

As a Google Developer Expert, I teach and educate minorities and marginalised groups on Data, SQL & Google BigQuery using sports and blockchain data. 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’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

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

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

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

Igor builds probabilistic programming and real-time inference systems in Elixir. His current project, eXMC, is an open-source PyMC-style framework running MCMC sampling on Nx/EXLA across 88 cores for live financial signal processing. Before Elixir, three decades of systems architecture across telecom, finance, and manufacturing — from ITMO (St. Petersburg) to Wayne State (Detroit) to production systems that had to work on Monday morning. He believes the best runtime for numerical computing was designed for telephone switches.

Igor builds probabilistic programming and real-time inference systems in Elixir. His current project, eXMC, is an open-source PyMC-style framework running MCMC sampling on Nx/EXLA across 88 cores for live financial signal processing. Before Elixir, ... Show more

Shanti Greene is the leader of Data Science and AI Innovation at Answer Rocket.. A passionate technologist, over the past 2 decades he has helped countless organizations transform their disorganized data into valuable business insights. His teams have utilized leading-edge technologies (large language models, computer vision, neural network-based forecasting) to improve business outcomes. Shanti’s expertise extends to cloud and data engineering, having architected the data ingestion, storage, and retrieval for a fully containerized, poly-cloud capable, near real-time analytics platform. In addition to his consulting role, Shanti is a professor at the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, where he teaches graduate-level analytics.

Shanti Greene is the leader of Data Science and AI Innovation at Answer Rocket.. A passionate technologist, over the past 2 decades he has helped countless organizations transform their disorganized data into valuable business insights. His teams ha... Show more

Francis Walsh III has dedicated his professional life to leading and strengthening a long-established American logistics company. As chairman and chief executive officer, he oversees a nationwide operation that has continued to expand since 1952 while remaining focused on the fundamental work of hauling freight, protecting shipments, and supporting customers who depend on reliable performance.

He leads a third-generation, family-owned business operating across transportation, logistics, supply chain, and storage from its headquarters in New Jersey. The organization provides integrated services that address the full range of supply-chain needs, built on reliability, coordination, and disciplined execution.

His connection to the industry began early in life. Raised in a family deeply involved in transportation and logistics, he was exposed to the realities and pressures of the business from a young age. Warehouses, terminals, trucks, and schedules were familiar parts of daily experience, shaping an understanding of how decisions made at the executive level affect people working throughout operations.

When Francis joined the company full-time in February of 1994, he brought practical knowledge developed through years of observation and hands-on involvement. Rather than stepping into leadership removed from daily operations, he learned the business by engaging directly with its many functions. Over time, he advanced through every level of the organization and ultimately assumed leadership following more than four decades of family stewardship. He views employees as an extension of family and clients as long-term partners, reflected in relationships that have endured for decades.

That operational foundation continues to guide his leadership approach. As a former airline executive, he evaluates growth and strategy with an operator’s mindset, emphasizing efficiency, safety, and accountability. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its national network of facilities, equipment, and transportation assets while maintaining consistent execution.

A defining focus of his leadership has been cargo security. As supply-chain risks have grown more complex, Walsh has invested in systems, training, and procedures designed to safeguard customer assets. These efforts have contributed to industry recognition and supported a reputation for dependability, even during periods of widespread disruption.

Beyond daily operations, he remains committed to community involvement and philanthropy, guided by values shaped early in life and carried forward with his family. For Francis Walsh, leadership is rooted in preparation, steady judgment, and responsibility, with decisions made to endure over time rather than serve short-term interests.

Francis Walsh III has dedicated his professional life to leading and strengthening a long-established American logistics company. As chairman and chief executive officer, he oversees a nationwide operation that has continued to expand since 1952 whil... Show more

Hello everyone, my name is Sophia Solomon and I am a Developer Advocate at Elastic.

Hello everyone, my name is Sophia Solomon and I am a Developer Advocate at Elastic. Show more

I am a software engineer working at the intersection of frontend architecture, distributed systems, and real-time applications. Currently, I work on production systems for autonomous transportation, where I build web-based control and monitoring interfaces used to observe and support live vehicle operations. My work involves React, TypeScript, real-time data pipelines (MQTT, Kafka), and 3D visualization in the browser using Three.js - all under strict performance and correctness constraints.
I started programming at an early age and have since worked across startups and engineering teams, including building and operating a large-scale digital product serving users across Ukraine. Today, my focus is on designing frontends that interact with imperfect, eventually consistent systems in the physical world - where latency, ordering, and data integrity directly affect human decision-making.
I enjoy sharing real production lessons with the developer community, especially the challenges that emerge when web applications move beyond dashboards and become operational tools.

I am a software engineer working at the intersection of frontend architecture, distributed systems, and real-time applications. Currently, I work on production systems for autonomous transportation, where I build web-based control and monitoring inte... Show more

Muhammad Hussaini is a distinguished African technology entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of Elclassique Technologies Ltd, a pioneering space technology company delivering innovative advanced technology solutions across diverse industries.

Muhammad’s educational journey is a blend of technical expertise and business acumen. He is an associate graduate and a final year student of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He holds a certificate in Business and Information Technology from the prestigious Harvard University(HarvardX) and also a certificate in Economics and International Business from Berlin University, Germany. These rich academic background equips him with a profound understanding of the intersection between technology and business, enabling him to spearhead transformative solutions across multiple sectors.

Muhammad is the Founder of Elx Academy, an academy dedicated to nurturing innovation and technology-driven entrepreneurship in Africa. Through Elx Academy, he empowers aspiring entrepreneurs with the skills and mindset needed to drive transformative change across the continent and has participated in both national and international technology and business conferences within and outside Africa including WETEX and WBS Dubai 2024.

His leadership extends to his tenure as the President of the Ahmadu Bello University Developers Club, where he fostered a vibrant community of tech enthusiasts committed to creative problem-solving and collaboration through technology and creativity.

Muhammad’s achievements have been widely recognized. He received an Award of Excellence as the Tech Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 and Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University. He was also honored with an Award of Excellence by the World Entrepreneurs Day, Zazzau Version 2024, celebrating his contributions to entrepreneurship and innovation. Furthermore, he has won the 2024 SME100 Nigeria 25Under25 Award under the Financial Technology category.

He is the author of "From Ideas to Impact: Fueling Students' Creativity," a book that inspires young innovators to harness their creativity for meaningful societal contributions. In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Muhammad leads the DeltalSat-X satellite project, aiming to revolutionize Africa’s space industry by leveraging cutting-edge satellite technology.

Muhammad’s unwavering passion for technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship positions him as a leading force in shaping the future of Africa’s tech ecosystem. His vision continues to inspire and empower individuals and organizations to thrive in the evolving digital landscape.

Muhammad Hussaini is a distinguished African technology entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of Elclassique Technologies Ltd, a pioneering space technology company delivering innovative advanced technology solutions across diverse industries. M... Show more

With over 12 years of expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing data warehouse solutions, Jeff is a seasoned Data Warehouse Architect specializing in SQL Server and Azure ecosystems. He has a proven track record of transforming complex data requirements into scalable, high-performance architectures that empower data-driven decision-making. Jeff has worked across many verticals including Healthcare, Telecom and Retail / Consumer Product Goods (CPG).
Most recently with Protiviti, Jeff has designed and built many modern data solutions for CPG companies such as Energizer and Famous Footwear (Caleres). These solutions have leveraged the full capabilities of Azure technologies, such as Azure Synapse Analytics, Databricks, and Microsoft Fabric. With a deep understanding of SQL, data modeling, and ETL processes, he has delivered many scalable and economic solutions to fit client needs.

With over 12 years of expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing data warehouse solutions, Jeff is a seasoned Data Warehouse Architect specializing in SQL Server and Azure ecosystems. He has a proven track record of transforming complex dat... Show more

Bonjour, moi c’est Halima. Je suis experte en données spatiales et systèmes d’information géographique (SIG), avec plusieurs années d’expérience dans le développement et l’analyse de données.

Au cours de mon parcours, j’ai travaillé comme développeuse et analyste data, ce qui m’a permis de concevoir des solutions SIG concrètes, de l’architecture des bases de données à la visualisation interactive et aux pipelines de traitement des données.

Je suis passionnée par le potentiel des données spatiales pour comprendre, simuler et modéliser le monde réel, et j’aime partager cette expertise avec la communauté afin d’inspirer de nouvelles approches et solutions.

Bonjour, moi c’est Halima. Je suis experte en données spatiales et systèmes d’information géographique (SIG), avec plusieurs années d’expérience dans le développement et l’analyse de données. Au cours de mon parcours, j’ai travaillé comme développ... Show more

Pallab Haldar is an accomplished SAP HANA Data Architect and Generative AI Specialist with over 19 years of transformative experience in enterprise data architecture, advanced analytics, and AI/ML innovations. Currently serving as SAP Technical Data Architect at Cognizant Technology Solutions, he has delivered high-impact solutions for Fortune 500 clients including 3M, Delta, and Yokohama Tire.
Pallab specializes in Enterprise Data Architecture, Supply Chain management, AI/ML-Driven Supply Chain Optimization and Predictive Analytics . Other area of Pallab specialization includes Database solutions, seamlessly integrating data models with core business processes across SD, MM, FI, BW, and analytics domains. His expertise spans the complete data lifecycle—from ingestion and provisioning to governance and analytical consumption. As a recognized SAP GenAI expert, he pioneers AI-driven transformations, implementing conversational AI assistants with SAP Joule, predictive forecasting in SAP Analytics Cloud, and RAG pipelines using LangChain and Haystack.
His technical mastery encompasses SAP HANA performance optimization, XSA application development, and cloud platform integration across SAP BTP, Cloud Foundry, and Neo environments. Pallab has successfully led complex migrations from XSC to XSA, engineered ML models for predictive analytics, and developed deep learning solutions using TensorFlow, Keras, and PyTorch.
A thought leader in the SAP community, Pallab actively shares knowledge through technical blogs and holds 15+ SAP certifications, including SAP Generative AI Developer and multiple Solution Architect credentials. His innovative approaches to database optimization, query performance tuning, and AI/ML adoption have consistently delivered measurable business impact through process optimization and enterprise automation.
With deep expertise in programming languages including SQL, Python, Java, and ABAP, combined with extensive experience in DevOps practices and cloud technologies, Pallab continues to shape the future of enterprise data architecture and AI integration. He is an active IEEE member and maintains a strong presence in the professional community through his contributions and thought leadership.

Pallab Haldar is an accomplished SAP HANA Data Architect and Generative AI Specialist with over 19 years of transformative experience in enterprise data architecture, advanced analytics, and AI/ML innovations. Currently serving as SAP Technical Data ... Show more

An Experienced and Certified Network Architect with 13years of experience on both Cloud and Traditional Networking platforms.
GCP-PCNE, GCP-PCSE, JNCIE-ENT, JNCIE-DC, JNCIP-Security and JNCIP-SP certified Customer Engineer Specialist for Networking

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Cyber Security Summit 2025 - Panel Member for "Building Resilient Network Architectures: Securing Hybrid and IoT Ecosystems"
Link: https://cybersecuritysummit.com/thought-leaders/?_sft_speaker-summit=2025

Executive Committee Member for IEEE ICCST 2025
https://site.ieee.org/iccst/2025-san-antonio-texas-usa/

IEEE Cloud Summit 2025 - AI Powered SaaS
Link: https://www.ieeecloudsummit.org/speakers

IEEE SCV WIE 2025 - AI powered SaaS
Link: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/479108

CloudX 2025 - Secure Hybrid Connectivity with Private Service Connect and Zero Trust
Link: https://cloudxconf.com/speakers/

Demo presenter at RSAC 2024 and 2025 for AI Security on Google Cloud
Demo presenter at SaaStr 2024, 2025 for AI powered SaaS on Google Cloud

I'm a Networking Subject Matter Expert at Google, specializing in cloud-native network solutions for strategic and enterprise clients in North America. I architect and deploy performance-optimized end-end network solutions, driving multimillion-dollar revenue growth through strategic cloud adoption plans. My expertise spans hybrid cloud, security, and scalable infrastructure, empowering sales teams and building robust client capabilities.

Prior to Google, I honed my skills at Juniper Networks as a Customer-Focused Network Solutions Engineer, achieving expert-level JNCIE certifications and maintaining key client relationships. My journey includes roles at Amazon Web Services, Slash Support, and Infosys, where I developed a strong foundation in network architecture, troubleshooting, and automation.

I hold a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State University, complementing my practical experience with a deep understanding of computer networks and telecommunications. I'm passionate about sharing knowledge, contributing to Google Cloud documentation, leading networking communities, and creating educational YouTube content.

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An Experienced and Certified Network Architect with 13years of experience on both Cloud and Traditional Networking platforms. GCP-PCNE, GCP-PCSE, JNCIE-ENT, JNCIE-DC, JNCIP-Security and JNCIP-SP certified Customer Engineer Specialist for Networking... Show more

Jason is a 20+ year veteran of the IT industry with a career spanning network operations, system administration, unified communications, contact centers, cloud, and AI platforms.

Jason is a 20+ year veteran of the IT industry with a career spanning network operations, system administration, unified communications, contact centers, cloud, and AI platforms. Show more

Proud dad and product engineer at the German Airforce. I have a passion for progressive web apps and local-first. I organize and speak at the Munich TypeScript Meetup and love sharing my passion and excitement about my craft. When not at the desk, coding or with my family, you'll find me working out, playing badminton or cooking pasta in the kitchen.

Proud dad and product engineer at the German Airforce. I have a passion for progressive web apps and local-first. I organize and speak at the Munich TypeScript Meetup and love sharing my passion and excitement about my craft. When not at the desk, co... Show more

Alberto Miorin is a software engineer and data leader known for his contributions to data engineering, open-source development, and infrastructure automation. His career spans leadership roles at major European technology companies and the creation of tools designed to improve developer experience.

Alberto Miorin is a software engineer and data leader known for his contributions to data engineering, open-source development, and infrastructure automation. His career spans leadership roles at major European technology companies and the creation o... Show more

A passionate technologist and software engineer with nearly 5 years of hands-on experience, I have worked on a diverse tech stack spanning Mobile and Web Apps, Blockchain, and LLM applications. My coding journey began in 8th grade with Java and has since evolved into building scalable, high-impact systems.

As Principal Engineer at a leading AI company, I have played a pivotal role in creating a groundbreaking AI-powered CRM now used by top real estate brokerages across the MENA region.

A passionate technologist and software engineer with nearly 5 years of hands-on experience, I have worked on a diverse tech stack spanning Mobile and Web Apps, Blockchain, and LLM applications. My coding journey began in 8th grade with Java and has s... Show more

David Fung is a former Salesforce Senior Director and executive leadership coach with 23 years in tech. After leading teams through a decade of high-change environments, he now works with technical leaders on practical tools for clarity, influence without authority, and sustainable high performance, grounded in Self-Determination Theory and evidence-based leadership science. He hosts the Coachful Coaching Leadership Podcast and speaks to technical audiences on leadership that actually moves the needle on delivery.

David Fung is a former Salesforce Senior Director and executive leadership coach with 23 years in tech. After leading teams through a decade of high-change environments, he now works with technical leaders on practical tools for clarity, influence wi... Show more

Calvin is believes in thinking globally but acting locally to make impact. He's a Mapillary enthusiast, amateur drone pilot and known as a mentor among the YouthMappers Ghana community, attended the YouthMappers Leadership Summit, Jamaica 2023

Calvin is believes in thinking globally but acting locally to make impact. He's a Mapillary enthusiast, amateur drone pilot and known as a mentor among the YouthMappers Ghana community, attended the YouthMappers Leadership Summit, Jamaica 2023 Show more

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laboratory in the Higher School of Electrical and Energetic engineering of Oran. Her research interests include power dispatch, power system design, healthcare scheduling and green optimization as well as optimization methods especially metaheuristics. DEKHICI has been a member of Inside Project (Inclusion of Students With impairements in Distance Education) in 2023, of DIGITAQ Project about Quality Assurance Digitalization in Higher Education and a responsable of Digitalisation Strategy Office in her university. She partipated as a trainer in many sustainability; digitalization; accessibilty, cyber responsability, soft skills and inclusivity activities and serious game design.

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laborator... Show more

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and scaling mobile and web applications. I currently work on large-scale, white-label React Native platforms in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, helping architect solutions used across multiple global brands.

Beyond mobile architecture, I’m actively working on an AI agent designed to support the end-to-end SDLC lifecycle - from requirements clarity and design validation to quality gates, code review intelligence, and delivery readiness. My focus is on using AI to improve developer productivity, reduce ambiguity, and enforce engineering best practices without slowing teams down.

My expertise includes React Native, TypeScript, JavaScript, mobile app architecture, performance optimization, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms like AWS and GCP. I’ve led critical architectural decisions around modular app design, session management, and cross-brand feature enablement, with a strong emphasis on maintainability and scalability.

I enjoy sharing practical, real-world insights on mobile architecture, AI-assisted development workflows, and building resilient systems at scale. I’m passionate about clean code, thoughtful system design, and helping teams move fast without breaking things.

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and scaling mobile and web applications. I currently work on large-scale, white-label React Native platforms in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, helping architect solutio... Show more