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

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

Tejsingh Rana, PE is a Licensed Civil Engineer and Project Manager at Highway Studio LLC with over 18 years of transportation, highway design, and project management experience working on major infrastructure projects in Florida and Georgia. He is an expert in 3D Infrastructure Design/ Delivery and has completed numerous projects using 3D Design and Delivery. He is a member/adviser of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) – American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Statewide Production Subcommittee and chair of the 3D Training task team, helping FDOT achieve their mission of high-quality design through 3D Implementation and Next Generation Plans Delivery. He is also an ACEC FDOT Connect Instructor and does workshops on courses like 3D Design and Modeling, Digital delivery and Review, Bentley OpenRoads Technology, etc., throughout Florida.

He has a master’s degree from the University of South Florida, Tampa, FL. Tej enjoys sharing his expertise and mentoring younger engineers. He is the President of FES Miami Chapter and helps in serving the local community and promoting the importance of the engineering profession through events and scholarships. He is also a Board Member of the Miami-Dade County Public School (M-DCPS) STEM Advisory Board and South Florida Construction Career Days. He promotes and practices a positive state of mind and volunteers his time in conducting mental health and wellness sessions, along with teaching meditation at workplaces. He loves being close to nature and enjoys spending time in parks and on beaches.

Specialties: Transportation/Highway Design, Project Management, 3D Infrastructure Design and Implementation, Digital Delivery Review, FDOT Connect Instructor, Civil Engineering, Transportation planning & economics, Travel Demand Modeling, Crash analysis, Multi-modal analysis, Student and Professional Development, Mental Health

Tejsingh Rana, PE is a Licensed Civil Engineer and Project Manager at Highway Studio LLC with over 18 years of transportation, highway design, and project management experience working on major infrastructure projects in Florida and Georgia. He is an... Show more

Francis is a Microsoft Data platform MVP in Microsoft Fabric and Power BI technology areas. He currently work as a Data Analyst with Asset & Resource Management Holding.
Francis is certified Microsoft Fabric Analytic engineer. He is an expert in harnessing these analytical tools to transform complex data into meaningful insights and actionable recommendations.
He has worked in the Maritime and Banking Industries as a Data Professional. He is passionate about making a significant impact in the field of business intelligence, helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data assets.

Francis is a Microsoft Data platform MVP in Microsoft Fabric and Power BI technology areas. He currently work as a Data Analyst with Asset & Resource Management Holding. Francis is certified Microsoft Fabric Analytic engineer. He is an expert in har... 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

Nils is a Chief Technology Officer with extensive experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and delivering scalable, cost-effective solutions in cloud and SaaS environments. He possesses expertise in AWS and serverless technologies, with a strong understanding of cloud computing, streamlining processes, and increasing efficiency for clients. Nils has an huge background leading multiple global teams and excels in technology strategy, solution engineering, and agile product management. Nils has a successful track record of delivering Go-Lives for SaaS applications and has led several organizational and technology transformation programs.

Nils is a Chief Technology Officer with extensive experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and delivering scalable, cost-effective solutions in cloud and SaaS environments. He possesses expertise in AWS and serverless technologies, wi... Show more

Technical leader and architect with a passion for engineering well-architected highly-available and scalable applications. 13+ years of production experience in IT. Certified Azure/AWS Solutions Architect Expert and Databricks Champion. Have worked with numerous international world-renowned customers (U.S. and Europe) in business domains such as aviation, e-commerce, telecommunication, engineering and oil&gas. At the moment working at EPAM as a solutions architect.

Technical leader and architect with a passion for engineering well-architected highly-available and scalable applications. 13+ years of production experience in IT. Certified Azure/AWS Solutions Architect Expert and Databricks Champion. Have worked w... Show more

Rich currently serves as Chief Technology Officer at Ashley Furniture Industries, where he leads a global technology organization spanning platforms, infrastructure, data, architecture, development, and emerging technologies. In this role, he sets enterprise-wide technology vision and execution across international operations, aligning AI, data, and digital platforms with manufacturing, supply chain, transportation, warehouse, retail, and customer experience at global scale. His focus is on building resilient, scalable systems and high-performing teams that translate advanced technology into durable business advantage.

Previously, Rich served as Chief Technology Officer at El Toro, where his work contributed to multiple patented, 100% cookie-free advertising technologies, including IP Targeting and Mobile Ad ID Targeting—innovations that helped define a new category of privacy-forward, data-driven advertising.

Rich brings over 30 years of experience across a wide spectrum of technical disciplines, with deep expertise in software engineering, data platforms, distributed systems, and applied AI. He has worked in more than a dozen programming languages, across nearly all major database technologies, and in environments ranging from early-stage innovation to highly regulated, enterprise-scale ecosystems... In short: A problem solver. His years of experience with AI has transformed operations from KTLO to Automations with Agentic capabilities. He is known as a hands-on technology leader, working directly with engineers while maintaining responsibility for long-term strategy, governance, and execution.

A defining theme of Rich’s career is the intelligent connection of data, processes, and people. He has led initiatives that embed AI and machine learning into core business workflows—enabling predictive insight, automation, and adaptive systems that operate across organizational and geographic boundaries. His approach emphasizes practical, scalable AI focused on real-world outcomes.

Beyond enterprise technology, Rich has founded, operated, and advised multiple businesses across diverse industries including manufacturing, logistics, entertainment, and large-scale infrastructure operations. He has contributed to multiple patents and serves in advisory and board roles, applying systems thinking well beyond traditional software environments.

Rich is known for his energy, curiosity, and ability to translate technical complexity into real-world outcomes, combining deep technical credibility with executive leadership and a bias toward execution.

Rich currently serves as Chief Technology Officer at Ashley Furniture Industries, where he leads a global technology organization spanning platforms, infrastructure, data, architecture, development, and emerging technologies. In this role, he sets en... Show more

Diponkar Paul has over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in Business Intelligence, Big Data, and Data Warehousing. Currently serving as Associate Director of Data Platform and Strategy at OMERS, Canada, he has a proven track record of designing and developing medium- to large-scale data warehouses and delivering business-critical analytical solutions. Diponkar is deeply involved in shaping modern enterprise data strategies, particularly in the transformative era of Generative AI.

He is leading the Toronto Data Professionals Community (former Toronto PASS user group). He has a diverse background and has been working and studying in different Geo locations including Canada, Denmark, the UK, and Sweden. He writes a technical blog, writes articles on SQLServerCentral, and, does public speaking. His remarkable contributions to the community earned him the Microsoft Data Platform MVP award.

Diponkar Paul has over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in Business Intelligence, Big Data, and Data Warehousing. Currently serving as Associate Director of Data Platform and Strategy at OMERS, Canada, he has a proven track rec... Show more

Nadine Farah leads developer initiatives, focused on companies who are at the seed to series C stage. She's passionate about bridging engineering, product & marketing to help drive product adoption. She previously led Onehouse & Rockset's developer initiatives, focusing on building technical content to drive developer adoption.

Nadine Farah leads developer initiatives, focused on companies who are at the seed to series C stage. She's passionate about bridging engineering, product & marketing to help drive product adoption. She previously led Onehouse & Rockset's developer i... Show more

Ravi Teja Pagidoju is a Senior Software Engineer at Retail Organization, specializing in AI-driven retail optimization and cloud-native systems. He builds intelligent solutions that optimize store operations, planogram generation, and merchandising workflows at Fortune #1 scale. With expertise spanning .NET, Java, React, and cloud platforms (Azure, GCP), Ravi has delivered systems across retail, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors. His research explores AI applications in retail optimization, including generative models for planogram synthesis and hybrid approaches combining LLMs with traditional optimization algorithms. Ravi holds an MS in Computer Science and is pursuing an MBA in IT. He's passionate about translating complex technical innovations into practical business solutions that drive measurable impact. ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ravi-Teja-Pagidoju/research Other speaking engagements: 1. Spoke at Generative AI Expo 2026 2. Keynote at SCRS ICCI 2025 3. Round Table by NAIRR CRA led initiative 4. Spoke at NWA Tech Fest

Ravi Teja Pagidoju is a Senior Software Engineer at Retail Organization, specializing in AI-driven retail optimization and cloud-native systems. He builds intelligent solutions that optimize store operations, planogram generation, and merchandising w... Show more

As the CEO of Novacare AS, I have the overall responsibility for leading and developing the company, with a focus on delivering value to both our customers and employees. My role is about much more than just results—it’s about building relationships, inspiring our team, and ensuring that we are a solid and reliable partner for our clients. I take pride in leading a team of skilled professionals who deliver solutions every day that create real value for our customers.

Broad experience with 9 years in Norwegian Defence and many different roles as assistent platoon leader, projectmanager, responsible for education of soldiers and officers training school in logistics.

5 years in Norwegian police working with procurement and as projectmanager.

Worked in IT consultancy since 1999. I have had a number of different roles such as developer, projectmanager, clientmanager, salesmanager and department manager/leader for several companies Cinet, Avenir, Steria, Webstep and Ensō.

25 years off leadership experience.

Specialties: Managment, Human resources, IT, personnel responsibility, procurement, logistics, business development, recruitment

As the CEO of Novacare AS, I have the overall responsibility for leading and developing the company, with a focus on delivering value to both our customers and employees. My role is about much more than just results—it’s about building relationships,... Show more

Kelly Morrison is a native of Georgia with a BS in mathematics and a PhD in computer engineering. He has over 30 years of software experience in various industries, including the television, education, retail, and agriculture sectors. He also wrote a monthly column for "Digital Output" magazine under the pen name "Armand Tarantino". He is currently employed as a solutions architect at CGI.

Kelly Morrison is a native of Georgia with a BS in mathematics and a PhD in computer engineering. He has over 30 years of software experience in various industries, including the television, education, retail, and agriculture sectors. He also wrote a... Show more

Chirag Patel is Head of Europe – AI & Digital Transformation at Hidden Brains, where he leads the company’s European business and works with organizations across the region on enterprise AI adoption, digital innovation and large-scale technology transformation initiatives. His work focuses on helping enterprises move from strategy to execution by aligning business priorities, data readiness, and technology platforms with measurable outcomes.
Chirag collaborates with leadership teams across industries including manufacturing, retail, logistics and enterprise services to design practical AI and digital transformation programs that create operational impact without unnecessary complexity. His approach combines structured discovery, technology consulting and scalable delivery teams to help organizations adopt AI, modernize legacy systems and build future-ready digital capabilities.

Over the years he has contributed to digital initiatives involving global organizations including DHL, OMV, EDEKA, NORMA, Novartis, Sandoz, Kaufland and Deutsche Telekom. He frequently works with executive teams across DACH, BENELUX and the Nordics, supporting enterprise technology modernization, automation initiatives and AI strategy.

Chirag has also represented Hidden Brains on global platforms including the Stevie Awards ceremony in Portugal, recognizing innovation and technology excellence.

Chirag Patel is Head of Europe – AI & Digital Transformation at Hidden Brains, where he leads the company’s European business and works with organizations across the region on enterprise AI adoption, digital innovation and large-scale technology tran... Show more

Daniel Bonatti é cientista político e mestre em Gestão de Políticas Públicas, com trajetória de mais de 14 anos dedicada à modernização do Estado e à inovação na gestão pública. Atualmente, dirige a Diretoria de Mobilidade Interna da Secretaria de Gestão e Governo Digital do Estado de São Paulo, onde conduz a reestruturação da frota pública e a consolidação da Política de Mobilidade Interna, pautada em eficiência, sustentabilidade e transformação digital. Sua atuação combina visão estratégica, experiência administrativa e compromisso com a construção de um governo mais ágil e orientado a resultados.

Daniel Bonatti é cientista político e mestre em Gestão de Políticas Públicas, com trajetória de mais de 14 anos dedicada à modernização do Estado e à inovação na gestão pública. Atualmente, dirige a Diretoria de Mobilidade Interna da Secretaria de Ge... Show more

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

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

Pam DeGraffenreid is a leader in the Knoxville M365 User Group and Knoxville M365 Community Days, Microsoft MVP, and Solution Architect with experience in M365 & Power Platform. Her focus is creating efficient, sustainable solutions leveraging Microsoft 365 no-code capabilities. She’s passionate about helping other developers work smarter by improving their processes and practices.

Pam DeGraffenreid is a leader in the Knoxville M365 User Group and Knoxville M365 Community Days, Microsoft MVP, and Solution Architect with experience in M365 & Power Platform. Her focus is creating efficient, sustainable solutions leveraging Micros... Show more

Abdullah fatimah is a passionate technology professional and data enthusiast dedicated to driving innovation and empowering the next generation of women in tech. With experience in data analytics, community engagement, and technology advocacy, she focuses on using data as a tool for problem solving and inclusive growth She has contributed to several technology communities and initiatives, where she mentors and supports young talents, particularly women, to break barriers and embrace opportunities in STEM. Her work bridges the gap between technical expertise and social impact, making her a strong voice for diversity and inclusion in Africa’s growing digital economy.

Abdullah fatimah is a passionate technology professional and data enthusiast dedicated to driving innovation and empowering the next generation of women in tech. With experience in data analytics, community engagement, and technology advocacy, she fo... Show more

Jesse is a Software Engineer and coding architect at Xebia in the Netherlands. His passion lies in all things that make the lives of developers and users easier. From automating workflows to building libraries and frameworks. Currently Jesse has a particular interest in programming languages and WebAssembly ecosystem.

Jesse is a Software Engineer and coding architect at Xebia in the Netherlands. His passion lies in all things that make the lives of developers and users easier. From automating workflows to building libraries and frameworks. Currently Jesse has a pa... Show more

As a Technical Account Manager at Red Hat, I work every day to transform business objectives into innovative technological solutions. I am a cloud enthusiast dedicated to leveraging modern tools to solve complex needs, specializing in the design of hybrid cloud architectures and the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to build scalable, resilient systems. I am passionate about understanding the intersection between technology and business strategy to drive growth

As a Technical Account Manager at Red Hat, I work every day to transform business objectives into innovative technological solutions. I am a cloud enthusiast dedicated to leveraging modern tools to solve complex needs, specializing in the design of h... Show more

I'm an experienced data scientist with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science and a Master’s in data science.I have collaborated with a variety of companies and organizations and currently hold the role of senior data scientist at Kuehne+Nagel. I am passionate about statistics and digital experimentation and have a strong track record of applying these skills to solve complex problems.

I'm an experienced data scientist with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science and a Master’s in data science.I have collaborated with a variety of companies and organizations and currently hold the role of senior data scientist at Kuehne+Nagel. I am... Show more

I'm Elaiza 👋, a Senior Cloud Advocate for Power Platform at Microsoft. As a developer advocate, I create awesome content for our Microsoft community, ranging from samples on our GitHub repo, aka.ms/power-prompts, or videos on our Power Platform YouTube channel, aka.ms/powerplatformYT. Check out our Copilot Studio Agent Academy as aka.ms/agent-academy.

I also often present at virtual or in-person events where I interact with the developer community. This allows me to capture feedback and relay it back to the respective product group teams at Microsoft for product improvement.

I started with Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 and then fell in love with Power Platform in 2018. I also have a series on my YouTube channel, youtube.com/@ElaizaBenitez, called, WTF - What The Flow, where I help others learn about Power Automate cloud flows.

I'm Elaiza 👋, a Senior Cloud Advocate for Power Platform at Microsoft. As a developer advocate, I create awesome content for our Microsoft community, ranging from samples on our GitHub repo, aka.ms/power-prompts, or videos on our Power Platform YouT... Show more

Mentor at Primus Data

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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

Soy diseñadora estratégica y especialista en UX/UI con amplia experiencia en la creación de experiencias digitales centradas en las personas. Ha liderado proyectos de transformación empresarial donde el diseño, la innovación y los datos se integran para generar valor y comunicación efectiva. Su enfoque combina empatía, análisis y creatividad para construir soluciones que conectan visualmente y comunican con propósito.

Soy diseñadora estratégica y especialista en UX/UI con amplia experiencia en la creación de experiencias digitales centradas en las personas. Ha liderado proyectos de transformación empresarial donde el diseño, la innovación y los datos se integran p... Show more

Hrefna Thorisdottir is a Senior Business Central Consultant at Wise in Iceland with over 25 years of experience in the ERP ecosystem, ranging from AS/400 to modern SaaS solutions.
What sets Hrefna apart is her unique journey: having spent years working hands-on within ERP systems before recently transitioning to consulting, she understands both sides of the equation. This front-line experience provides her with invaluable insights into how businesses actually use ERP systems, the challenges end-users face, and what truly drives success. Her dual perspective enables her to design and deliver solutions that are not only technically sound but also practical and user-friendly in real-world business environments.

Hrefna Thorisdottir is a Senior Business Central Consultant at Wise in Iceland with over 25 years of experience in the ERP ecosystem, ranging from AS/400 to modern SaaS solutions. What sets Hrefna apart is her unique journey: having spent years work... Show more

Rutger Flohil began his career as a .NET developer, building a solid base in software development before switching gears to focus on cybersecurity. After gaining valuable experience in the Security Operations Center (SOC) of the Dutch TLD, he moved on to his current role as a Red Teamer at Dutch Railways (NS). Rutger enjoys the creative side of security, especially when it comes to writing offensive scripts in Python. Always curious and eager to learn, he’s passionate about discovering new techniques and fresh perspectives to tackle security challenges.

Rutger Flohil began his career as a .NET developer, building a solid base in software development before switching gears to focus on cybersecurity. After gaining valuable experience in the Security Operations Center (SOC) of the Dutch TLD, he moved o... Show more

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

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Dan is a Senior Solution Architect with 15 years of experience in the ERP sector, particularly in manufacturing and distribution logistics. His commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and innovative problem-solving skills are at the core of his professional ethos. As a technical architect and subject matter expert, Dan excels in developing straightforward solutions for complex challenges, employing creative and effective strategies.

A Microsoft Certified Professional with expertise in Dynamics 365, Dan is dedicated to utilizing the latest technologies to improve business processes. He values continuous learning and actively contributes to the industry dialogue, sharing insights and engaging with peers on technological advancements and best practices.

Dan’s pragmatic approach and deep understanding of the ERP landscape make him a respected voice in the community, ready to share knowledge and perspectives that drive the field forward.

Dan is a Senior Solution Architect with 15 years of experience in the ERP sector, particularly in manufacturing and distribution logistics. His commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and innovative problem-solving skills are at the core of h... Show more

Angelos is a strategic designer building systems and conditions that drive meaningful impact, encourage radical collaboration, and promote intentional change. He is using design to create more equitable conditions for the planet and its people. Currently, leading the design efforts at a CRACI, as well as his own practice as a solo entrepreneur and activist at Mesa.

For the past 18 years, he has been working with product/service companies and startups, both in early and high-growth stages. His expertise has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Fennia Prize 22 for Service Renewal with the Posti design team for the OmaPosti app, and recognition for branding and packaging design work with Divine premium EVOO for the Greek brand Nature Blessed.

As a thought leader in the design industry, Angelos has delivered numerous talks and keynotes at international conferences and local meetups. He also spearheaded and managed the State of DesignOps global report for two years, contributing valuable insights to the design operations community.

His commitment to advancing the design field extends to co-authoring and publishing the Ornamo Responsible Design Manifesto with members from the Ornamo Responsibility Circle volunteer group.

Angelos has been instrumental in building design communities through event organization, serving as the co-founder at Joint Frontiers and an alumnus organizer of several significant design events including Joint Futures 2019 (a design conference featuring 36 speakers and over 700 international attendees in Helsinki), DSConf 2018 (Finland's first Design System conference), as well as IxDA, UXHel, and Junction Hackathon.

Angelos is a strategic designer building systems and conditions that drive meaningful impact, encourage radical collaboration, and promote intentional change. He is using design to create more equitable conditions for the planet and its people. Curre... Show more