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

Horatiu is an R&D software engineer with 20+ years of experience in software development, mostly related to multi-tier enterprise applications. Throughout the years, as a certified Java and Spring Framework professional, he's been involved in all project lifecycle phases, from analysis, design and implementation to testing, maintenance and deployment of complex, high-impact products. The fields he contributed to address real-world business needs, in industries like Telecom and Maritime Transportation.

The activities Horatiu values the most in his work are coding and problem-solving, which he considers the true essence of engineering. In parallel, he's preoccupied with brushing up and continually improving his knowledge through studying, researching and writing technical articles. At the same time, although an individual contributor, he's focused on his responsibility to help others improve as well, with a pure, tempered and watchful attitude.

Horatiu is an R&D software engineer with 20+ years of experience in software development, mostly related to multi-tier enterprise applications. Throughout the years, as a certified Java and Spring Framework professional, he's been involved in all pro... 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

Aswini is the Distinguished Architect for Customer Space at Walmart. He has more than 22 years of IT experience in design and development of scalable microservice and microfrontend based Web/Cloud/AI & ML Applications. His Portfolio is jam-packed with Multiple domains such as Finance, Telecom, Healthcare and E-com expanding over several high tech companies such as Cisco,Equinix, Finastera, TCS etc. During his last 7 years at walmart, he is one of the founding member for Last Mile Delivery platform ,NTransit Fleet management and Merchant Space.

He has been responsible in introducing numerous enterprise AI software products to the Walmart ecosystem, including Azure OpenAI, TenserFlow, AutoML, Databricks AI, DialogFlow and SnowFlake etc.

Aswini is a leading expert in the rapidly evolving field of generative & agentic AI, with a deep understanding of how machine learning models can be used to create transformative digital experiences. With a background in developing scalable AI-driven applications, Aswini has been instrumental in implementing generative models—such as large language models (LLMs) and creative AI solutions—across industries, from personalized content generation to AI-enhanced customer engagement. Also, Aswini specializes in AI-driven strategies which spans from deep learning and natural language processing (NLP) to computer vision and automation. Known for his strategic insights, Aswini has a keen interest in the ethical development and deployment of AI, ensuring that the transformative power of AI is used responsibly and transparently.


He has received numerous innovation awards from Walmart on Arrival deteciton Engine, Above & Beyond, Top performer award for Equinix Cloud Exchange and Cisco Group Race Award for Channel Partner Tool.

Aswini enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and painting in his spare time.

Aswini is the Distinguished Architect for Customer Space at Walmart. He has more than 22 years of IT experience in design and development of scalable microservice and microfrontend based Web/Cloud/AI & ML Applications. His Portfolio is jam-packed wit... Show more

As a late-diagnosed individual with combined ADHD, I've navigated a unique path that's led me to where I am today. I hold an MBA with a focus on leadership and a few professional certifications. I found my way operations and project management while in cultural exchange. My work for updating and improving business process through automation has helped me play to how my brain is wired. My diverse experiences outside my professional life extend to being a kids' ski instructor and race coach, reflecting my love for mentorship and skill development. In my free time, I'm an avid skier with an extreme fear of heights, I am making the most of the slopes and facing fears whenever I can. In the summer, I enjoy helping on my sister's farm, where we grow about 4 acres and about 10 varieties of heirloom tomatoes. I embrace the joys of outdoor life and family connections.

As a late-diagnosed individual with combined ADHD, I've navigated a unique path that's led me to where I am today. I hold an MBA with a focus on leadership and a few professional certifications. I found my way operations and project management while ... 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

Shamsudeen Adebisi Adedokun is a cross-platform mobile developer with over 4 years of professional experience building high-quality apps using Flutter, Kotlin (for native Android), and JavaScript. He has led and contributed to mobile projects across diverse industries such as fintech, e-commerce, web 3, and logistics, delivering robust, scalable solutions for startups and established companies alike.

Beyond code, Shamsudeen is passionate about knowledge sharing and mentorship. He has served as a mentor with the Andela Learning Community and the Google Africa Developer Scholarship, where he supported aspiring developers on their learning journeys. He enjoys writing articles and technical tutorials that break down complex mobile development concepts into clear, actionable insights.

Shamsudeen Adebisi Adedokun is a cross-platform mobile developer with over 4 years of professional experience building high-quality apps using Flutter, Kotlin (for native Android), and JavaScript. He has led and contributed to mobile projects across ... Show more

Maneesh Singh is a seasoned IT executive with over 19 years of global experience across banking, hospitality, commercial, and healthcare industries. Currently serving as an Enterprise Systems Delivery Manager at Corpay Inc through Hexaware Technologies, Maneesh leads global technical infrastructure projects under the CTO’s office. His leadership is pivotal in driving initiatives around global observability, Splunk infrastructure modernization, mainframe monitoring integrations, and license utilization analytics through Power BI.
Before this, Maneesh was the Delivery Director at Tangent Services Corporation, where he successfully steered AWS cloud and on-premise application development initiatives, leading high-performing, cross-functional teams while optimizing quality, compliance, and risk management across delivery lifecycles.
During his decade-long tenure at NTT Data Inc., he held several impactful roles, including Sr. Technical Program Manager for Citibank NA and Service Delivery Leader for Honeywell. At Citibank, he led a $14M program overseeing regulatory, business, and tech compliance initiatives and managed large-scale applications leveraging AI/ML and NLP. At Honeywell, he championed the global rollout of the PROS AI-powered pricing tool across regions, significantly improving pricing accuracy and automation.
Earlier, Maneesh held roles as Sr. Technical Delivery Lead and Cloud & DevOps Engineer at Enterprise Holdings, where he transformed digital architecture for flagship rental websites like Enterprise, Alamo, and National. His work contributed to $200M+ in revenue while overseeing AEM upgrades and end-to-end DevOps transformation.
At Hilton Worldwide, he led critical releases and DevOps transitions, including implementing Hilton’s groundbreaking “Digital Key” technology, now a flagship contactless guest experience across thousands of properties.
Maneesh’s foundational experience began at Siemens Information Systems, where for over six years he led development of advanced medical imaging solutions (Syngo ArchNet, Syngo fastView), implementing enhancements in DICOM image processing and remote data sharing.
He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Computing (C-DAC, Pune), a Master’s in Computer Applications (Punjab Technical University), and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science (Guru Nanak Dev University).
Maneesh is highly credentialed with multiple industry certifications, including PMI-ACP, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Azure Fundamentals, and multiple Adobe and Splunk certifications. He is also a Senior Member of IEEE, a Fellow Member of IETE, and actively Contributes to community service as a cricket coach and coordinator at the North Atlanta Cricket Academy.

Maneesh Singh is a seasoned IT executive with over 19 years of global experience across banking, hospitality, commercial, and healthcare industries. Currently serving as an Enterprise Systems Delivery Manager at Corpay Inc through Hexaware Technologi... 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.

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

Justin Mclean is a highly experienced professional with over 30 years in web application development, education, and community work, and is an active contributor to open source software. Justin is a renowned speaker at conferences worldwide and currently serves as the Community Manager at Datastrato. He mentors projects in the Apache Software Foundation and holds positions as VP of the ASF Incubator, and is an ASF board member.

Justin Mclean is a highly experienced professional with over 30 years in web application development, education, and community work, and is an active contributor to open source software. Justin is a renowned speaker at conferences worldwide and curre... Show more

Harshavardhan Malla is an Information Systems Security Engineer at the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), supporting the security, reliability, and compliance of mission-critical government IT systems. His work focuses on infrastructure hardening, vulnerability remediation, and operational security across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud-adjacent environments.

He regularly works with established security and regulatory frameworks such as NIST and CJIS, ensuring systems meet mandated standards while remaining stable and maintainable. His interests include secure system design, compliance automation, and improving the long-term resilience of public-sector technology platforms.

In addition to his public-sector role, Harshavardhan is a 3× Co-Founder, including Digitailor, an AI-powered career optimization platform.

Harshavardhan Malla is an Information Systems Security Engineer at the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), supporting the security, reliability, and compliance of mission-critical government IT systems. His work focuses on infrastructure har... Show more

Babatunde Esanju is a Software Engineer at TixTrack, where he builds enterprise-grade ticketing solutions focusing on .NET, Azure, and scalable architectures. With over 9 years of experience across FinTech, InsurTech, Remittance, and Entertainment, he has also served as CTO for multiple startups. He is the founder of TechNaija.FM, a podcast amplifying African voices in technology with over 3 episodes and 1,000+ listeners across Africa and the UK. Babatunde has led the development of platforms such as GenCapita (investment and securities trading), Hustle9ja (artisan marketplace), and PayBridge SDK (a unified payments SDK for NET). Passionate about community-driven innovation, he shares insights on .NET, clean architecture, and developer tools, inspiring the next generation of developers to build impactful solutions.

Babatunde Esanju is a Software Engineer at TixTrack, where he builds enterprise-grade ticketing solutions focusing on .NET, Azure, and scalable architectures. With over 9 years of experience across FinTech, InsurTech, Remittance, and Entertainment, h... Show more

Especialista em Transformação Ágil & Gestão de Produtos Digitais com 20+ anos de experiência em TI, sendo mais de uma década liderando projetos e produtos, dos métodos tradicionais ao ágil escalado (SAFe). Atuação estratégica na intersecção entre negócios, tecnologia e pessoas, com foco em: Gestão de produtos digitais (do discovery à entrega contínua); Otimização de resultados (KPIs, OKRs e métricas de performance); Liderança de equipes multidisciplinares (potencializando competências); Transformação ágil (implementando SAFe em ambientes complexos). Com o meu trabalho transformo obstáculos em eficiência e dados em decisões estratégicas, com foco em resultados mensuráveis e equipes de alta performance e incrivelmente engajadas.

Especialista em Transformação Ágil & Gestão de Produtos Digitais com 20+ anos de experiência em TI, sendo mais de uma década liderando projetos e produtos, dos métodos tradicionais ao ágil escalado (SAFe). Atuação estratégica na intersecção entre neg... 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

Executiva com sólida experiência em transformação digital, agilidade organizacional e gestão de produtos e projetos, atuando em empresas de médio e grande porte nos segmentos de tecnologia, educação e serviços. Possui visão integrada de negócios e tecnologia, com forte capacidade de conectar estratégia, stakeholders e times técnicos. Especialista em metodologias ágeis, governança, inovação e desenvolvimento de equipes multidisciplinares, alia sólida formação acadêmica — com Mestrado em Ciência da Computação e especializações em gestão de pessoas e coaching — a uma atuação focada em resultados, eficiência operacional e liderança de alta performance.

Executiva com sólida experiência em transformação digital, agilidade organizacional e gestão de produtos e projetos, atuando em empresas de médio e grande porte nos segmentos de tecnologia, educação e serviços. Possui visão integrada de negócios e te... 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

Passionate about maps, data and technology with extensive experience in working with BI class systems as well as ERP, BPM and CRM. He started his adventure with data over a quarter of a century ago. Connected with Krakow in Poland - always and rather forever. Born with the option of analyzing data and topographical space. Thanks to his extensive knowledge and experience, he helps to save hundreds of hours needed to successfully implement the planned project within the given time and budget. He loves demanding implementations, if there is such a need, he trains and broadens horizons - his own and clients', obtaining their satisfaction and contentment. By the way, he enjoys observing and disseminating IT knowledge. Actually he is Microsoft Certified Trainer and leader of Cracow Power BI & Fabric User Group (#KRPBIFUG). He helps attendees take the first step to becoming a speaker, shares his experience during few user group meetings and sometimes conferences (SQLDay or Global Power BI and Fabric Summit). Seasonally, in his free time, he rides a bike and skis, and throughout the year he plays football and raises three of his children.

Passionate about maps, data and technology with extensive experience in working with BI class systems as well as ERP, BPM and CRM. He started his adventure with data over a quarter of a century ago. Connected with Krakow in Poland - always and rather... Show more

Carsten has done Microsoft communication for more than 15 years – before that many years in the telco industry. Working with meeting rooms has become his new passion.
Carsten is also Microsoft MVP in Teams and Mesh

Carsten has done Microsoft communication for more than 15 years – before that many years in the telco industry. Working with meeting rooms has become his new passion. Carsten is also Microsoft MVP in Teams and Mesh Show more

Having loved NAV/BC as a user, Aldeen has taken her experiences and learnings from the Food Manufacturing and Operations world and transformed them into valuable insights. Now as a Senior Consultant and Trusted Business Advisor, she continues to challenge the boundaries of technology and employ innovative solutions to empower users and drive real business results.

Having loved NAV/BC as a user, Aldeen has taken her experiences and learnings from the Food Manufacturing and Operations world and transformed them into valuable insights. Now as a Senior Consultant and Trusted Business Advisor, she continues to chal... 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

Solution architect at Sligro Food Group since 2015. I've contributed largely to the expansion of Sligro to the Belgium market, and the integration of the Heineken logistics in the Sligro ERP system and their combined invoicing .
With founding BoardWiki Ger want to strengthen the agility of the Digital Architecture and Business Architecture process to facilitate faster project delivery.

Solution architect at Sligro Food Group since 2015. I've contributed largely to the expansion of Sligro to the Belgium market, and the integration of the Heineken logistics in the Sligro ERP system and their combined invoicing . With founding Board... Show more

Gregg Robbins is the AVP of IT Security Services and head of the cyber security program at Watco Companies. He is responsible for the security, system monitoring and altering, and security governance teams at Watco. He has over 40 years of IT experience working for such companies as Diebold, JB Hunt, Transplace, BNSF Logistics, and Watco Companies.

Watco started their security operations team under Gregg’s leadership six years ago. In addition to supporting over 4500 team members at more than 450 locations in 4 countries, Watco also operates multiple locations that have been deemed part of the United States’ national critical infrastructure. Gregg is passionate about developing cyber security talent and growing a flexible and effective team to protect Watco from malicious actors. The cybersecurity program at Watco has a cyber security focused team that emphasizes quick detection and response to threats and multi-layered and tested cyber recovery solutions.

Gregg Robbins is the AVP of IT Security Services and head of the cyber security program at Watco Companies. He is responsible for the security, system monitoring and altering, and security governance teams at Watco. He has over 40 years of IT experie... Show more

Patrick is a recovering developer and focuses on helping platform engineering teams with all of their what and why problems. He enjoys value-based roadmaps and frequent deployments of small change sets. He also likes taking his dogs for hikes in the hills.

Patrick is a recovering developer and focuses on helping platform engineering teams with all of their what and why problems. He enjoys value-based roadmaps and frequent deployments of small change sets. He also likes taking his dogs for hikes in the ... 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

Tommy Tran is a seasoned software engineer specializing in machine learning and artificial intelligence, with experience at industry-leading companies such as Ramp and Meta. At Ramp, he spearheaded the development of ML-driven solutions for sales automation, including a proprietary Customer Data Platform that optimized SQL pipelines by over 30%. Previously, at Meta, he contributed to the monetization and AR advertising teams, enhancing ML models for ad ranking, content optimization, and AR commerce with direct revenue impact. Tommy holds an MSc in Data Science from École Polytechnique (X) and HEC Paris, with expertise in deep learning, statistical analysis, and distributed ML systems. Passionate about AI innovation, he has worked on applications spanning natural language processing, recommender systems, and computer vision.

Tommy Tran is a seasoned software engineer specializing in machine learning and artificial intelligence, with experience at industry-leading companies such as Ramp and Meta. At Ramp, he spearheaded the development of ML-driven solutions for sales aut... Show more

Michelle is a Design Advocate at zeroheight and has worn several hats throughout her UX career. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a toolkit to adapt her design work to various contexts and challenges. She co-hosts a few podcasts including UX IRL, Design Systems WTF, and Design Systems: Beyond the Button. Additionally, she offers career coaching, helping underrepresented and marginalized community members navigate their careers in tech. Michelle lives in Oakland, California, where she advocates for tree equity in the city.

Michelle is a Design Advocate at zeroheight and has worn several hats throughout her UX career. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a toolkit to adapt her design work to various contexts and challenges. She co-hosts a few podcasts includin... Show more

Hendrik Ebbers is the founder of Open Elements. He is a Java champion, a member of JSR expert groups and a JavaOne rockstar.

Hendrik is a member of the Eclipse JakartaEE working group (WG) and the Eclipse Adoptium WG. In addition, Hendrik Ebbers is a member of the Board of Directors of the Eclipse Foundation.

At Linux Foundation Hendrik is leading the Hiero project, that is the base of Hedera, one of the biggest public DLTs. He leads the technical steering committee for the Hiero project and is a member of a Technical Advisory Board of LF. He gave several sessions about decentralized ledger technology at conferences and even lectures about that topic at universities.

Hendrik Ebbers is the founder of Open Elements. He is a Java champion, a member of JSR expert groups and a JavaOne rockstar. Hendrik is a member of the Eclipse JakartaEE working group (WG) and the Eclipse Adoptium WG. In addition, Hendrik Ebbers ... Show more

Raj is a Principal Domain Engineer with over 15 years of experience across startups and large-scale enterprises in eight countries. He specialises in logistics and delivery domains and currently works on large, complex socio‑technical systems where physical operations, legacy platforms, and modern digital products all intersect. Over the years he has become a committed Domain‑Driven Design practitioner, using collaborative modelling and domain storytelling to align business and technology in messy, real‑world contexts.
A visual thinker and communicator, he is known for explaining sophisticated architectural and domain concepts through pop culture analogies, making ideas stick for product managers, engineers, and stakeholders alike. In recent years he has also taken an active role in his organisation’s AI enablement efforts, exploring how AI agents, domain models, and software architecture can reinforce each other rather than compete. His current focus is on turning domain knowledge into first‑class, reusable context for both humans and AI, and on making architecture something teams can actually feel and use, not just read about.

Raj is a Principal Domain Engineer with over 15 years of experience across startups and large-scale enterprises in eight countries. He specialises in logistics and delivery domains and currently works on large, complex socio‑technical systems where p... Show more

Solutions Engineer focused on cloud-native architecture and developer experience, with a strong passion for developer productivity, testing, and fast feedback in the inner loop. Former Customer Success Engineer for Testcontainers Cloud and Quality Architect. Open-source contributor and conference speaker with a bias toward practical demos, testing, and real-world engineering problems.

Solutions Engineer focused on cloud-native architecture and developer experience, with a strong passion for developer productivity, testing, and fast feedback in the inner loop. Former Customer Success Engineer for Testcontainers Cloud and Quality Ar... Show more

Bas Schuurmans has been working for Valcon (previously VIQTOR DAVIS) for 10 years as a Senior Principal Business Analytics Consultant. During these years, he has primarily worked on the Front-end. Here, he has gained extensive knowledge and experience in Dashboarding & Reporting and has specialised in Data Visualisation & Data Storytelling. Within Valcon, he is the lead of the Front-End Engineering Offering, sharing knowledge and experience both within and outside the company. He is enthusiastic, skilled and creative with Power BI, working on innovative ideas, creating and implementing them.

Bas Schuurmans has been working for Valcon (previously VIQTOR DAVIS) for 10 years as a Senior Principal Business Analytics Consultant. During these years, he has primarily worked on the Front-end. Here, he has gained extensive knowledge and experienc... Show more