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

SalmonShannie Babu Pulla is a seasoned Senior Product Manager with extensive experience leading complex, high-impact products across shipping technology, cybersecurity, and AI-driven platforms. He is known for defining a clear product vision and strategy while delivering scalable, user-centric solutions in highly regulated, technically demanding environments. With a strong focus on innovation, he combines deep product discovery expertise with execution excellence to create solutions that align customer needs with business goals.
In his current role at Pitney Bowes, Salmon leads the strategy and roadmap for enterprise shipping platforms designed for high-volume, omnichannel operations. His work involves solving complex logistics challenges across parcel, freight, and healthcare domains, while ensuring compliance, reliability, and operational efficiency. He collaborates closely with engineering and architecture teams to build scalable, API-driven systems that integrate seamlessly with enterprise ecosystems and support critical shipping workflows.
Previously, Salmon played a key role at eBay, where he led shipping platform initiatives and contributed to AI-driven solutions that enhanced seller experiences. He demonstrated strong cross-functional leadership by aligning engineering, operations, and business teams to deliver impactful product outcomes. His earlier experience at McAfee further highlights his ability to drive product innovation, particularly in cybersecurity, where he worked on solutions addressing digital privacy and online safety using advanced technologies.
Salmon’s career began in business systems analysis and consulting, where he developed a strong foundation in requirements analysis, system design, and stakeholder collaboration. Over time, he has evolved into a strategic product leader who excels at navigating ambiguity, fostering team alignment, and delivering products that create meaningful value.

SalmonShannie Babu Pulla is a seasoned Senior Product Manager with extensive experience leading complex, high-impact products across shipping technology, cybersecurity, and AI-driven platforms. He is known for defining a clear product vision and stra... Show more

Trịnh Hoàng Tú is a cybersecurity and distributed systems developer focused on AI infrastructure and cloud-native architectures. He builds event-driven systems for large-scale video processing, security automation, and real-time analytics. His work explores efficient GPU utilization, serverless security orchestration, and scalable microservice pipelines for intelligent systems.

Trịnh Hoàng Tú is a cybersecurity and distributed systems developer focused on AI infrastructure and cloud-native architectures. He builds event-driven systems for large-scale video processing, security automation, and real-time analytics. His work e... Show more

Senior Full-stack Developer @ cytactic ( Dec 2025 – Present)

Backend Guild Master @ vcita ( Feb 2025 - Dec 2025)

Senior Full-stack Developer @ vcita (May 2023 – Dec 2025)

Software Developer @ Valence Security (Mar 2022 – May 2023)

Israeli Military Intelligence - Unit 8200 (Jun 2018 – Mar 2022)

Backend Team Leader (Apr 2021 – Mar 2022)

Back-End Developer (May 2019 – Apr 2021)

DevOps Developer (Jun 2018 – May 2019)

Senior Full-stack Developer @ cytactic ( Dec 2025 – Present) Backend Guild Master @ vcita ( Feb 2025 - Dec 2025) Senior Full-stack Developer @ vcita (May 2023 – Dec 2025) Software Developer @ Valence Security (Mar 2022 – May 2023) Israe... Show more

Olga Woschitz is a data architect focused on building the scalable, future-proof foundations required for modern AI. She specializes in designing systems that drive real business impact by connecting data strategy directly to implementation.

Her interest in AI-ready architecture grew from solving the real-world problems she saw inside organizations: Legacy pipelines that break under pressure. Teams that struggle to collaborate. Data that cannot support even basic analytics, let alone AI. This experience drives her to build modern, domain-oriented architectures that make AI possible instead of painful.

Olga Woschitz is a data architect focused on building the scalable, future-proof foundations required for modern AI. She specializes in designing systems that drive real business impact by connecting data strategy directly to implementation. Her i... Show more

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile experiences for startups and enterprise clients alike. She’s designed for FinTech, healthcare, publishing, sports, advertising, education, logistics, and more.

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile e... Show more

Arjunkumar Vijayakumar is an accomplished SAP solutions expert with over 16 years of experience in digital procurement and supply chain transformation. He specializes in designing and delivering scalable source-to-pay solutions using SAP S4 HANA, Ariba, MM, SRM, and Extended Warehouse Management.
Currently a Solutions Consultant at Amazon, Arjunkumar works at the intersection of business strategy and technology, helping organizations modernize procurement ecosystems through API-driven integrations, intelligent automation, and cloud-based platforms. He has extensive experience integrating enterprise systems using REST APIs, EDI, and cXML, enabling seamless collaboration across global supply chains.
Over the course of his career at leading organizations such as Amazon and Accenture, Arjunkumar has led multiple large-scale SAP implementations and global rollouts. His work spans the full lifecycle of enterprise transformation programs, including business process design, system architecture, data migration, and post-deployment optimization. He has successfully delivered complex initiatives involving Ariba sourcing and procurement, catalog enablement, spend analytics, and inventory management.
Arjunkumar is particularly passionate about driving innovation in procure-to-pay processes and aligning technology solutions with evolving business needs. His experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with global stakeholders enables him to translate complex technical concepts into practical, value-driven outcomes.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Anna University and is certified in SAP Ariba Procurement, SAP S4 HANA Sourcing and Procurement, and SAP Extended Warehouse Management.

Arjunkumar Vijayakumar is an accomplished SAP solutions expert with over 16 years of experience in digital procurement and supply chain transformation. He specializes in designing and delivering scalable source-to-pay solutions using SAP S4 HANA, Ari... Show more

Aman Jain is a Senior Technical Product Manager with over 11 years of experience leading digital transformation, engineering systems, and enterprise platform initiatives across aviation, automotive, and consumer electronics. He specializes in bridging business strategy and technical execution, with deep expertise in product lifecycle management (PLM), manufacturing systems, ERP, cloud platforms, data analytics, and generative AI. At Amazon Prime Air, he has led large cross-functional teams delivering scalable solutions for manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering workflows, driving multimillion-dollar savings, major efficiency gains, and regulatory traceability across complex digital ecosystems.
Before Amazon, Aman held product, project, and business systems leadership roles at Molex and Mahindra & Mahindra, where he delivered high-impact programs in analytics, workflow automation, product development, and operational excellence. He is known for building user-centered platforms, optimizing processes, and aligning stakeholders around measurable business outcomes. Aman holds an MBA in Product Management and an MS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and brings a strong blend of strategic thinking, technical depth, and execution rigor to every initiative.

Aman Jain is a Senior Technical Product Manager with over 11 years of experience leading digital transformation, engineering systems, and enterprise platform initiatives across aviation, automotive, and consumer electronics. He specializes in bridgin... Show more

Hima Bindu Yanala is a seasoned Software Engineer with over a decade of experience designing and delivering enterprise-grade platforms, scalable microservices, and modern REST- and GraphQL-based domain services. Currently a Member of Technical Staff at eBay Inc., she has played a pivotal role in shaping system architecture across shipping optimisation, fulfilment workflows, customer service platforms, and search systems, driving measurable outcomes such as 30–40% API performance improvements and reductions in shipping costs of up to 25%.
Her technical expertise spans a broad stack, including Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Spring Boot, Apache Kafka, Elasticsearch, Kubernetes, and AWS, with a strong command of cloud-native and distributed architectures. She is a passionate advocate for automation, having eliminated up to 80% of manual operational effort across the teams she has worked with.
Beyond engineering, Hima is a collaborative leader known for mentoring developers, driving cross-functional initiatives, and contributing to technical direction. Her career spans industries including e-commerce, rail operations, and healthcare, giving her a well-rounded perspective on building reliable software at scale.
She holds an MS in Computer Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is a certified AWS Cloud Practitioner and Developer.

Hima Bindu Yanala is a seasoned Software Engineer with over a decade of experience designing and delivering enterprise-grade platforms, scalable microservices, and modern REST- and GraphQL-based domain services. Currently a Member of Technical Staff ... Show more

Nishant Verma is a distinguished technology and product leader with over a decade of experience driving transformative, multi-million-dollar initiatives across AI, machine learning, e-commerce, logistics, and consumer technology sectors. He has successfully led the development and launch of innovative Generative AI and machine learning solutions that have impacted more than 100 million users and over 10,000 businesses globally. His expertise spans product strategy, AI-powered platforms, data-driven decision-making, and scalable technology solutions that drive measurable business growth, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer experiences.
Currently serving as Senior Product Manager at Walmart, Nishant leads advanced Generative AI initiatives within catalog management. He has driven large-scale AI-powered catalog automation efforts, including developing large language model (LLM)-based item creation tools that significantly reduce manual effort while maintaining strict compliance and SEO standards. He has also spearheaded AI-driven supply chain optimization projects focused on catalog enrichment, fulfillment accuracy, and inventory management across more than 50 million SKUs.
Before Walmart, Nishant held multiple senior product leadership roles at Amazon, where he managed highly scalable AI and machine learning products across Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD), Last-Mile Delivery, Alexa, and Fire TV. He led the launch of LLM-powered conversational pricing tools serving over 10,000 sellers, AI-driven promotional systems generating tens of millions in revenue, predictive pricing and elasticity models, and conversational AI experiences for live sports on Alexa. His work consistently delivered significant business impact, including cost savings, revenue growth, improved seller adoption, operational optimization, and enhanced customer engagement at a global scale.
Earlier in his career, Nishant contributed to strategic product and financial technology initiatives at PayPal, where he worked on virtual debit card integrations and tokenization portfolio expansion across European markets. At Paytm, he developed large-scale data reporting platforms using Hadoop, Apache Spark, and Hive to process over 100 million customer records and improve customer retention through data-driven insights. He also led experimentation frameworks to optimize search algorithms and user engagement for tens of millions of users.
Nishant began his professional journey at Honda Cars India, conducting market research and product planning initiatives that influenced strategic automotive product launches across the Asia Pacific region. His market insights contributed to successful vehicle positioning and accelerated product development timelines.
Academically, Nishant earned an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin, McCombs School of Business, where he was a Merit Scholarship recipient and achieved a GMAT score of 760. He also holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT BHU), Varanasi.
Throughout his career, Nishant has demonstrated exceptional cross-functional leadership, working closely with engineering, data science, UX, analytics, and go-to-market teams to deliver scalable, customer-centric products. His technical proficiency includes Python, SQL, Tableau, Figma, Adobe Analytics, machine learning systems, large-scale analytics platforms, and AI-driven product innovation.

Nishant Verma is a distinguished technology and product leader with over a decade of experience driving transformative, multi-million-dollar initiatives across AI, machine learning, e-commerce, logistics, and consumer technology sectors. He has succe... Show more

With more than 18 years of experience with Dynamics 365 ERP solutions, Gertjan offers expertise in solution and technical architecture, change management, and quality assurance. A hallmark of his implementations is taking full advantage of Dynamics 365 capabilities, thereby avoiding unnecessary customizations.

Gertjan is the preeminent expert and thought leader on Dynamics 365 ERP as he leads the Global ERP Practice at Avanade, the biggest Dynamics 365 partner in the world.

Gertjan has been a Microsoft FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect since the beginning of this recognition in 2019.

With more than 18 years of experience with Dynamics 365 ERP solutions, Gertjan offers expertise in solution and technical architecture, change management, and quality assurance. A hallmark of his implementations is taking full advantage of Dynamics 3... Show more

Gautam Korlam is the co-founder and CTO of Gitar, an AI code-review platform now part of Sonar. Gitar's mission is to help engineering teams ship better software faster, with less technical debt, through AI-native tools that deeply understand code and can review, fix, and verify it autonomously. Previously a Principal Engineer on Uber's Developer Platform team, Gautam has deep experience solving productivity challenges in enterprise-scale codebases and created the open-source OkBuck build tooling. He's passionate about AI-powered developer tools that genuinely understand code context and work across the whole software lifecycle, and has spoken at numerous conferences on monorepos, build systems, CI/CD at scale, and most recently the application of agentic AI to developer productivity

Gautam Korlam is the co-founder and CTO of Gitar, an AI code-review platform now part of Sonar. Gitar's mission is to help engineering teams ship better software faster, with less technical debt, through AI-native tools that deeply understand code an... Show more

Vinay Gurram is a seasoned technology leader with over two decades of progressive experience in software engineering and IT. He currently serves as Director of Software Engineering at Radial Inc., where he has played a pivotal role in transforming the company’s Order Management System (OMS) from a monolithic IBM Sterling platform into a microservices-based, event-driven architecture.
At Radial, Vinay has led end-to-end implementations of OMS solutions for major clients across retail, e-commerce, and omnichannel fulfillment sectors. His expertise spans microservices architecture, event-driven systems, MongoDB, Spring Boot, Kafka, and IBM Sterling Multi Channel Fulfillment (MCF). He has successfully designed and built comprehensive order orchestration, inventory, and merchandise management flows, while guiding teams through cloud migrations and performance optimization initiatives.
Before joining Radial, Vinay worked as a Technical Manager at HCL Technologies, providing e-commerce and multichannel commerce solutions as part of the Smarter Commerce Center of Excellence. His work focused on order and inventory management, warehouse management, and process optimization using IBM Sterling technologies.
Earlier in his career, he held key technical roles at Best Buy and Accenture, where he led the design and customization of order management workflows, optimized system performance, and contributed to major modernization initiatives, including transitioning legacy systems to WebSphere Portal-based applications.
Vinay holds a Master’s degree in Computer Applications from Osmania University, Telangana, India, graduating with First Class with Distinction.

Vinay Gurram is a seasoned technology leader with over two decades of progressive experience in software engineering and IT. He currently serves as Director of Software Engineering at Radial Inc., where he has played a pivotal role in transforming th... Show more

Alex is a technology executive, enterprise architect, and product builder with 25+ years of experience designing and delivering complex digital platforms across cloud, AI-enabled systems, cybersecurity, and enterprise software.

He works at the intersection of technology strategy, engineering execution, and business transformation — helping organizations modernize critical systems, architect secure cloud environments, and build products that operate at scale. His experience spans enterprise environments and startup-style product development, including building technology platforms from the ground up in CTO and Chief Architect capacities.

His areas of deep expertise include Azure and multi-cloud architecture, cybersecurity and zero-trust design aligned with NIST and enterprise risk frameworks, AI-enabled platforms combining data pipelines with machine learning, and engineering leadership across architecture, DevOps, and security. He holds CISSP/CGRC, TOGAF, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, and Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert certifications, and is currently pursuing doctoral research on scaling AI-augmented decision-making in enterprise environments.

A hands-on architect who still writes code, Alex brings live demos, real production stories, and zero filler to every session.

Alex is a technology executive, enterprise architect, and product builder with 25+ years of experience designing and delivering complex digital platforms across cloud, AI-enabled systems, cybersecurity, and enterprise software. He works at the int... 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

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 a technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, strategy, and organizational design. For over a decade, I’ve led platform transformations, built distributed systems at scale, and helped companies rethink how they build, deliver, and operate software.
I work hands-on with engineering teams, coach leadership, and speak at conferences to challenge outdated assumptions and share lessons from the field.
🗺️ International experience. Polyglot. Opinionated, but always curious.
🎤 Speaker on topics like digital platforms, team dynamics, and sustainable software.
🌻 Occasionally philosophical

I’m a technology leader who thrives at the intersection of architecture, strategy, and organizational design. For over a decade, I’ve led platform transformations, built distributed systems at scale, and helped companies rethink how they build, deliv... Show more

Working as security architect for head-units at BMW Car IT

Working as security architect for head-units at BMW Car IT Show more

A normal(maybe?) Student from Korea
- Developer of Korean Transportation app "LIINK"
- Developer of Opensource Project MaruxOS
- Loves developing things for society
- Founder of MaruLab
- Song-nae High School

A 15-year-old system developer raised in Kenya and South Africa, naturally blending global communication skills with low-level engineering. As the creator of MaruxOS, they enjoy exploring the messy boundaries between LLMs and kernel development, 'bullying' AI into writing actual working ARM64 system code

A normal(maybe?) Student from Korea - Developer of Korean Transportation app "LIINK" - Developer of Opensource Project MaruxOS - Loves developing things for society - Founder of MaruLab - Song-nae High School A 15-year-old system developer ra... Show more

Alireza Ghaderi is an aerospace engineer, AI/ML specialist, CPL/IR pilot, PhD, and founder of AwareAI. He builds open-source PX4/MAVLink systems for drone swarms, drone shows, SITL simulation, SAR planning, and AI-assisted ground control. His work includes MDS/Simurgh, MAVLinkAnywhere, PX4-XPlane Bridge, PixEagle, and related robotics tools. He previously served as a keynote speaker at the PX4 Developer Summit 2023.

Alireza Ghaderi is an aerospace engineer, AI/ML specialist, CPL/IR pilot, PhD, and founder of AwareAI. He builds open-source PX4/MAVLink systems for drone swarms, drone shows, SITL simulation, SAR planning, and AI-assisted ground control. His work in... Show more

I am an IT Director working at the intersection of enterprise delivery and applied AI research. My focus is building practical, repeatable ways to use GenAI safely and effectively in large, regulated organizations - especially where legacy systems, complex architectures, and high stakes reliability are the norm. My talks translate research into patterns teams can adopt: AI-assisted reverse engineering and documentation, modernization risk reduction, human-in-the-loop quality gates, and measurement frameworks that keep projects honest. I enjoy speaking for community colleges, meetups, conferences, podcasts, and public forums. Audience members leave with clear mental models, actionable steps, and a realistic view of what works (and what does not) in production.

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankurkalohia/
EPAM Blog - https://www.epam.com/insights/blogs/mainframe-modernization-roi-a-cost-focused-guide-for-businesses
EPAM Solutions Hub -
https://solutionshub.epam.com/blog/post/cobol-code
Papers indexed at SSRN as below
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=6055934 - Leveraging Generative AI for Extracting Business Requirements from Legacy COBOL and PL/I Code
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=6055954 - Transitional-State Architectures for Hybrid Mainframe-Cloud Modernization with AI-Derived Code Intelligence

I am an IT Director working at the intersection of enterprise delivery and applied AI research. My focus is building practical, repeatable ways to use GenAI safely and effectively in large, regulated organizations - especially where legacy systems, c... Show more

Laura Kester is Requirements Engineer and Product Owner at Info Support.

As a requirements engineer, she bridges the gap between stakeholders and development teams. She is passionate about understanding how processes and systems work and ensuring software solutions truly meet user needs. With her background in Interaction Technology, Laura brings a unique blend of engineering, design, and ethical perspectives to her work.

She loves learning new things and sharing her knowledge and perspectives with others.

Laura Kester is Requirements Engineer and Product Owner at Info Support. As a requirements engineer, she bridges the gap between stakeholders and development teams. She is passionate about understanding how processes and systems work and ensuring ... Show more

Michael is a Data Solutions Architect at Cegeka and Global Profession Lead for Business Intelligence & Enablement, overseeing a guild of around 50 BI professionals across multiple countries. In Belgium, he also serves as a Team Lead and heads the Cegeka Power BI Competence Center — a combination of roles that puts people development at the centre of his day-to-day work, from one-on-one coaching to setting the technical direction for the local BI community.

As a Data Solutions Architect, Michael works with clients on end-to-end implementations across Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Snowflake. He holds certifications across all of these platforms alongside Microsoft Azure, reflecting both his technical range and his commitment to staying current. His approach is grounded in practicality: clear business definitions, solid data models, and solutions that people genuinely use.

With a background spanning roles at Nemeon — where he led a BI team — and element61, Michael has been working with Power BI since its early days and brings that accumulated experience to every engagement.

Developing talent is a consistent thread throughout his career. Whether coaching individuals, building skills frameworks, or shaping learning paths for BI professionals across Cegeka's global network, Michael believes that strong data practice is ultimately built on strong people.

Michael is a Data Solutions Architect at Cegeka and Global Profession Lead for Business Intelligence & Enablement, overseeing a guild of around 50 BI professionals across multiple countries. In Belgium, he also serves as a Team Lead and heads the Ceg... Show more

Consultor de Commerce (antes Retail) en el mundo Dynamics con más de 15 años de experiencia en la consultoría, empezando por Producción y Logística, y actualmente orientado a Commerce

Consultor de Commerce (antes Retail) en el mundo Dynamics con más de 15 años de experiencia en la consultoría, empezando por Producción y Logística, y actualmente orientado a Commerce Show more

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

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

In the field of community college education, Sam Agdasi has established a career marked by leadership, service, and a consistent focus on student advancement. He brings over 25 years of experience in higher education, including more than 15 years in community colleges, where he has served as a faculty member, program chair, dean, and senior academic administrator, including service at the vice president level. Sam Agdasi has concentrated on advancing student success, strengthening transfer pathways, supporting STEM fields, expanding career technical education (CTE), and guiding applied disciplines. His work has emphasized aligning academic programs with transfer requirements and workforce needs while maintaining a strong commitment to institutional effectiveness and long-term student outcomes.

Sam currently serves as the Dean of Student Learning for the Business & Industrial Studies and Social Sciences Divisions at Compton College in Compton, California. In this position, he provides leadership for a broad set of academic and workforce programs, including business, industrial trades, and social sciences. His leadership emphasizes program quality, academic innovation, and student outcomes. He works closely with faculty and staff to strengthen instructional delivery and promote continuous improvement across programs, ensuring they remain responsive to student needs and regional labor market demands.

His current role includes oversight of many operational and strategic functions. These include budget planning, curriculum development, program review, and faculty support. He also leads dual enrollment initiatives and develops partnerships with K–12 districts, four-year institutions, and industry partners. These efforts help expand access and reinforce both transfer and workforce pathways. Through collaborative leadership and data-informed decision-making, he has contributed to program sustainability, enrollment stability, and student success across a range of disciplines.

Before joining Compton College, Former Vice President Sam Agdasi held leadership positions at large community colleges in California and in the Midwest, including within a multi-campus system. In those roles, he managed multi-million-dollar budgets, supported institutional and programmatic accreditations, and expanded instructional delivery through both traditional and online modalities. His experience includes leading complex academic divisions and aligning educational offerings with transfer requirements and workforce priorities. He has also contributed to strategic planning efforts that connect academic programs with regional economic development goals.

Earlier in his career, Sam served as a faculty member and program chair, helping develop new curricula and establish academic programs. One notable achievement was leading the development of a nanotechnology program supported by National Science Foundation (NSF) funding. This effort integrated concepts across science, engineering, health-related fields, and applied technologies. He has also contributed to grant-funded initiatives, including projects supported by the National Science Foundation and workforce development programs such as Strong Workforce and Perkins, helping expand opportunities through internships, industry partnerships, and career pathways.

Former Vice President Sam Agdasi holds a master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. After graduate studies, he worked as a Research Specialist in the Chemistry Department at Purdue University. As an immigrant and first-generation college graduate, he brings a personal understanding of the value of educational access. His ongoing work continues to reflect a practical commitment to stronger programs, broader opportunity, and meaningful outcomes for students pursuing academic and professional progress.

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In the field of community college education, Sam Agdasi has established a career marked by leadership, service, and a consistent focus on student advancement. He brings over 25 years of experience in higher education, including more than 15 years in ... Show more

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

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

Dynamic and results-driven IT leader with over 35 years of diverse experience in the technology sector, specialising in Dynamics Finance and Supply Chain Management. As a seasoned solution architect and trainer, I excel in fostering collaboration and delivering impactful presentations that inspire teams and stakeholders alike. My extensive background spans end-user support, enterprise architecture, and solutions design, enabling me to approach challenges holistically.

I am passionate about knowledge sharing and mentoring. I have guided numerous professionals in public speaking, leadership, and skills development. My academic credentials include a Master’s in Data Science from the University of Sunderland, complemented by multiple industry certifications such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, CISSP, and TOGAF. I bring a wealth of expertise across various sectors, including oil and gas, manufacturing, retail, transportation, and finance. I consistently apply a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving. My commitment to innovation drives me to develop creative solutions that align with business objectives. I actively engage with the Microsoft technical community, contributing insights at user groups.

With a keen interest in the legal and ethical implications of technology, particularly in Artificial Intelligence, I am currently completing my PhD at the University of Portsmouth, to be completed in 2027.

Dynamic and results-driven IT leader with over 35 years of diverse experience in the technology sector, specialising in Dynamics Finance and Supply Chain Management. As a seasoned solution architect and trainer, I excel in fostering collaboration and... Show more

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

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Krishna Kommineni is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager at General Motors with over 18 years of expertise in end-to-end software development and engineering leadership. Currently leading a team of 60 software engineers across four scrum teams, Krishna specializes in Software Defined Vehicle solutions and vehicle motion supervision controls software, driving innovations that have contributed to $100M in monthly revenue.
Throughout his career, Krishna has demonstrated exceptional results in automotive software development, particularly in remote vehicle software updates and over-the-air (OTA) technology. His strategic leadership has delivered measurable business impact, including 20% revenue growth, $100M in annual warranty cost savings, and a 30% reduction in project delivery times through the implementation of agile methodologies and AI-based solutions.
Before his current role, Krishna held progressive leadership positions at General Motors, where he managed global OTA vehicle software programs affecting over 6 million vehicles annually and generated $900M in revenue. He has also contributed his expertise to leading automotive and technology companies, including Harman, Ford/Panasonic, and Wipro/HP, working with major OEMs such as Ferrari, Maserati, and Subaru.
Krishna brings deep technical expertise in embedded systems, automotive cybersecurity, cloud technologies (Azure), and automotive standards compliance (ISO9001, ISO26262, FMEA, MISRA). He is PMP certified and holds extensive experience in cross-functional collaboration, having worked with over 150 global suppliers and managed both onsite and offshore development teams.
Known for his innovative approach to problem-solving, Krishna has pioneered the development of virtual validation environments, controller emulators, and automated testing frameworks that have significantly reduced costs and improved efficiency across the automotive software development lifecycle.

Krishna Kommineni is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager at General Motors with over 18 years of expertise in end-to-end software development and engineering leadership. Currently leading a team of 60 software engineers across four scrum teams, Kri... Show more