Patrick Gorman is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with a wealth of experience spanning over 18 years. Known for his passion and expertise in the field, Patrick has made significant contributions to the world of information technology and security.

Patrick Gorman is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with a wealth of experience spanning over 18 years. Known for his passion and expertise in the field, Patrick has made significant contributions to the world of information technology and... Show more

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Mpumelelo Pinky
IT Support
Sip and Cloud Community Founder
CloudBoost and Faith Inspired Tech with Pinky
AWS Certified Cloud Ambassador
Tech Mentor and Community Volunteer
AI Engineer in Training

Feed Focus and Starve Distractions Mpumelelo Pinky IT Support Sip and Cloud Community Founder CloudBoost and Faith Inspired Tech with Pinky AWS Certified Cloud Ambassador Tech Mentor and Community Volunteer AI Engineer in Training 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

XP Advocate, Agile practices and methodologies enthusiast, with a passion for Software Development.

My favourite quote
I'm not a great programmer, I'm just a good programmer with great habits
— Kent Beck —

XP Advocate, Agile practices and methodologies enthusiast, with a passion for Software Development. My favourite quote I'm not a great programmer, I'm just a good programmer with great habits — Kent Beck — Show more

Rachana Vishwanathula leads product management for IBM Cloud's Automation and Observability portfolio, driving secure, scalable solutions across global product teams. With a background as a solutions architect and developer advocate, she has worked hands-on with complex customer implementations. Rachana has spoken at major industry events including ETCISO Security Summit, UBS Forums, BSIDES DE and DevOps India Summit etc. bringing a practitioner's perspective to building secure, resilient systems at scale. Rachana is a Master Inventor and has filed several patents.

Rachana Vishwanathula leads product management for IBM Cloud's Automation and Observability portfolio, driving secure, scalable solutions across global product teams. With a background as a solutions architect and developer advocate, she has worked h... Show more

100% agile DNA, boosted with Solution-Focus brief coaching, narrative practices, MGT3.0, Host-Leadership, Heart of Agile, I'm currently on the road to my new life, 100% focused on my NGO Agility With No Borders (www.awnb.org). Our mission is to help people achieve financial, social and professional autonomy, using the best practices of agile culture, enhanced by our dialogic signature. On our agenda: employability, social & eco-responsabile agile micro-entrepreneurship, development of essential 21st century skills (critical thinking, innovative problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, leadership, resilience... and AI). www.awnb.org.

100% agile DNA, boosted with Solution-Focus brief coaching, narrative practices, MGT3.0, Host-Leadership, Heart of Agile, I'm currently on the road to my new life, 100% focused on my NGO Agility With No Borders (www.awnb.org). Our mission is to help ... Show more

Translating high-level business goals into scalable Salesforce strategies that actually work. Focusing on enabling global enterprises to navigate complex multi-cloud transformations without getting lost and stuck in technical debt.

Translating high-level business goals into scalable Salesforce strategies that actually work. Focusing on enabling global enterprises to navigate complex multi-cloud transformations without getting lost and stuck in technical debt. Show more

Dr. Santia Barnes, celebrated for her trailblazing achievements as a professional football player and her influential social media presence reaching nearly 3 million followers, has forged an extraordinary path from collegiate track and field athlete to being offered the largest contract in women’s football history. Born in Greenville, SC, raised in Houston, TX, and now residing in Atlanta, GA, her journey reflects a relentless commitment to breaking barriers and redefining what is possible for athletes.

Santia’s entrepreneurial spirit shines as brightly as her athletic accomplishments. She is the founder of TRONUS, a groundbreaking footwear brand that made her the first female athlete to own a shoe company. Since its launch in 2020, TRONUS achieved record-breaking sales and secured celebrity endorsements, even amid a global pandemic. In addition to her business success, Santia is a two-time bestselling author and a highly sought-after public speaker, inspiring audiences around the world.

In 2023, Santia received the prestigious Icon Award from the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute, recognizing her impact on leadership, innovation, and community influence. She further cemented her legacy on June 1, 2024, when she was awarded an honorary doctorate in sports management from Harvest Christian University.

Beyond competition and business, Santia is deeply committed to empowering athletes beyond the field. She is a leading advocate for athlete mental health and provides education and tools that help athletes build personal brands, secure Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals, and prepare for long-term success after sports.

This mission led to the creation of Winning Your Way, a modern athlete development and NIL education platform designed to help athletes and their families build visibility, create economic opportunities, and turn athletic talent into sustainable businesses. Winning Your Way supports athletes across all sports, divisions, and stages of development by teaching them how to position themselves strategically in today’s evolving sports and media landscape.

Dr. Santia Barnes multifaceted career and unwavering dedication to athlete empowerment continue to inspire athletes, parents, and entrepreneurs alike. Her story is a testament to resilience, innovation, and leadership. Through Winning Your Way, she is building a new pathway for athletes to gain control of their futures, on and off the field.

Dr. Santia Barnes, celebrated for her trailblazing achievements as a professional football player and her influential social media presence reaching nearly 3 million followers, has forged an extraordinary path from collegiate track and field athlete ... Show more

Observability engineer and open source enthusiast.

Observability engineer and open source enthusiast. Show more

Cyrus Wong is an accomplished senior lecturer who oversees the Higher Diploma program in Cloud and Data Centre Administration at the Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT) at IVE(Lee Wai Lee) in Hong Kong. He is a passionate advocate for the adoption of cloud technology across various media and events. With his extensive knowledge and expertise, he has earned prestigious recognitions such as AWS AI Hero, Microsoft MVP - Azure AI, and Google Developer Expert for AI & Google Cloud Platform.
黃俊彥是香港香港資訊科技學院(HKIIT)位於 IVE(李惠利)資訊科技系雲端系統及數據中心管理高級文憑的高級講師，擁有豐富的知識和專業技能。他熱衷於在各種媒體和活動中推廣雲端技術。由於他的專業知識和專業技能，他獲得亞馬遜雲端運算服務AI英雄、微軟Azure AI最有價值專家和Google AI & 雲端平台的Google開發者專家等著名榮譽稱號，是世上唯一能夠獲得IT業界三巨頭同時公認的專家。

Cyrus Wong is an accomplished senior lecturer who oversees the Higher Diploma program in Cloud and Data Centre Administration at the Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT) at IVE(Lee Wai Lee) in Hong Kong. He is a passionate advocate f... Show more

As a seasoned IT Operations and Business Management professional with over two decades of extensive experience, I am passionately engaged in collaborating with global organizations to harness the full potential of Dynamics 365 and cloud technologies.

As a founding member and the driving force behind Intelegain, a consulting firm celebrated for its expertise in Enterprise Integration and Software Development, I lead our mission to deliver bespoke solutions across a diverse array of sectors. Our expertise spans Retail, Financial Services, Travel, Workforce Automation, Pharmaceuticals, M-commerce, E-Learning, and more. With a robust presence in the USA, UK, Australia, Singapore, and India, we are well-positioned to serve our clients' needs globally.

In addition to my role at Intelegain, I hold various positions within the International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners (IAMCP), the world's largest community of Microsoft partners. As the IAMCP APAC Secretary, I am dedicated to fostering and nurturing the community within the APAC region, ensuring that our members thrive and succeed in their endeavors.

As a seasoned IT Operations and Business Management professional with over two decades of extensive experience, I am passionately engaged in collaborating with global organizations to harness the full potential of Dynamics 365 and cloud technologies.... Show more

Rajat Chauhan is a Solutions Architect at AWS, based in Pune, India, specializing in OpenSearch and cloud-native architectures. He helps customers design and implement scalable solutions.

Rajat Chauhan is a Solutions Architect at AWS, based in Pune, India, specializing in OpenSearch and cloud-native architectures. He helps customers design and implement scalable solutions. Show more

Mohamed Ashraf Kottilungal
Founder and CTO - TCG CertifAI Labs & Anoth International ,TCG global Middle east

An expert in Cloud Architecture AI Governance and IT/OT Cyber Security with 33 years of experience across globe - Verizon Communications, Nokia -Edennet , Lucent Technologies & Orange Telecom .

With a distinguished 33-year career at the intersection of industrial engineering and cutting-edge technology, Ash is a visionary "Architect of the Future." As the Founder of CertifAI Labs, he leads the mission to standardize AI reliability, safety, and compliance through advanced testing and certification frameworks.

Ash currently serves as the lead AI Consultant for one of the largest industrial manufacturing companies in Sharjah, UAE, where he orchestrates the integration of AI, Digital Twins, and the Industrial Metaverse. His strategic footprint includes providing the Deep Vision for over 100 AI tech startups globally and collaborating on the development of the world’s largest AI Health ecosystem.

A prolific innovator with multiple patents in Cognitive Edge and Sustainability automation, Mohamed bridges the gap between complex cloud-native infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and the practical needs of Fortune 100 enterprises. He is a frequent global speaker and mentor, dedicated to transforming "black-box" AI into transparent, high-value business assets.

Mohamed Ashraf Kottilungal Founder and CTO - TCG CertifAI Labs & Anoth International ,TCG global Middle east An expert in Cloud Architecture AI Governance and IT/OT Cyber Security with 33 years of experience across globe - Verizon Communication... Show more

Kevin is a professional in cloud technologies, specialized in Microsoft Azure Data Solutions, mainly working for Brazil Region architecting complex Big Data, and Data Warehouse environments, he also has wide experience in other regions like US and LATAM.

Feel free to add him in Linkedin to share cloud thoughts. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-leal/

Outside of Microsoft Kevin is a landscape photography enthusiast that enjoys traveling to learn and capture more about his and other cultures.

Kevin is a professional in cloud technologies, specialized in Microsoft Azure Data Solutions, mainly working for Brazil Region architecting complex Big Data, and Data Warehouse environments, he also has wide experience in other regions like US and LA... Show more

David Leslie is a Lead Software Engineer in Test at Flight Safety International with a testing career that stretches back to the age of the CompuServe CD-ROM. He's navigated QA challenges across mobile apps and middleware systems at companies ranging from AOL, OCLC and Express to early-stage startups, picking up a PMP certification and plenty of testing horror stories along the way. When he's not testing software, he flies drones (FAA Part 107 certified), serves as an Aerospace Education Officer with the U.S. Civil Air Patrol, and studies the intersection of technology and education at the University of Alabama's New College LifeTrack.

David Leslie is a Lead Software Engineer in Test at Flight Safety International with a testing career that stretches back to the age of the CompuServe CD-ROM. He's navigated QA challenges across mobile apps and middleware systems at companies ranging... Show more

➡️ As a seasoned IT developer. My passion for video games transcends simple fascination; it immerses me in the captivating universe where technology gives life to exceptionally immersive virtual worlds.

➡️ At the same time, I am actively involved as co-founder of the .NET Cameroon community, also assuming the role of Microsoft ambassador and community manager. My interest in cultural diversity is expressed through the discovery of new cultures, whether through video games, technological events or my participation in Google communities.

➡️ As a Technology Ambassador, I am strongly committed to promoting technology and inspiring others with my extensive knowledge and experience. Always eager for new opportunities, I am constantly looking for collaborations with other technology enthusiasts to share my ideas.

➡️ In recognition of my dynamism and my contribution to innovation, LinkedIn awarded me the “Top Creativity and Innovation Voice” badge.

➡️My Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaures-beinjamin-%E2%9C%85%EF%B8%8F-297069211/

➡️My Github:https://github.com/beinjamin

➡️My Twitter :https://x.com/Jaures_2020

➡️ As a seasoned IT developer. My passion for video games transcends simple fascination; it immerses me in the captivating universe where technology gives life to exceptionally immersive virtual worlds. ➡️ At the same time, I am actively involved ... Show more

A passionate DevOps enthusiast, I thrive on engaging in transversal activities that prioritize stability. As DevOps Community Operation Sponsor, I have been at the forefront of driving significant technical and organizational transformations towards Cloud and distributed DevOps.
My commitment to ensuring the highest availability of our services is matched by my dedication to compliance, ensuring that all processes adhere to the strictest standards and regulations.

A passionate DevOps enthusiast, I thrive on engaging in transversal activities that prioritize stability. As DevOps Community Operation Sponsor, I have been at the forefront of driving significant technical and organizational transformations towards ... Show more

Bowen Gillings writes to keep fiction fun. Known for his thrillers and fantasy fiction laced with snark, wit, and characters you could share a beer with, Bowen’s quirky, offbeat style “boggles the genre mind.” He loves giving back to fellow writers through media engagement and by leading workshops on the craft, business, and lifestyle of writing. He holds a Master of Education, five martial arts black belt certifications, and is an Army veteran. Travel enthusiast, lover of the outdoors, and habitual volunteer, Bowen’s secret joys include quiet moments by the fireplace and cooking big meals for family and friends.

Bowen Gillings writes to keep fiction fun. Known for his thrillers and fantasy fiction laced with snark, wit, and characters you could share a beer with, Bowen’s quirky, offbeat style “boggles the genre mind.” He loves giving back to fellow writers t... Show more

Riddhi Bhure is a Cloud Administrator at Trust Fintech Ltd, specializing in cloud infrastructure and AWS technologies. She works on managing and optimizing cloud environments, ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable systems that support modern financial technology operations.
With growing expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS), Riddhi is passionate about cloud computing, infrastructure management, and exploring innovative solutions that improve system performance and efficiency. She actively engages in learning and discussions around AWS and cloud technologies while contributing to the evolving landscape of fintech and cloud-based solutions.

Riddhi Bhure is a Cloud Administrator at Trust Fintech Ltd, specializing in cloud infrastructure and AWS technologies. She works on managing and optimizing cloud environments, ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable systems that support modern financ... Show more

With 20+ years of experience across frontend, backend, data engineering, and AI, I now run an AI agency, Ontoscale AI - helping businesses integrate AI into real-world software development.

I'm the founder of AI Monger, a YouTube channel and mentoring platform that empowers engineers to master AI tools, elevate their communication, and build careers that stand out.

I also lead AI London, one of the UK’s fastest-growing AI communities with over 3,000 members — hosting meetups, workshops, and panel discussions to drive real, practitioner-led conversations around AI.

My talks combine hands-on demos, practical frameworks, and hard-earned lessons from decades in the tech trenches — helping developers and tech leaders not just keep up, but lead in the AI era.

With 20+ years of experience across frontend, backend, data engineering, and AI, I now run an AI agency, Ontoscale AI - helping businesses integrate AI into real-world software development. I'm the founder of AI Monger, a YouTube channel and mento... Show more

Yesha Patel is a Senior Solution Architect recognized for leading the design of secure, resilient, and scalable cloud-native commerce platforms. With extensive experience in eCommerce modernization, AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise integration, she has delivered transformative solutions for global retail and wholesale clients. At IBM, Yesha drives architecture strategy across eCommerce ecosystems, ensuring performance, compliance, and innovation at scale. Passionate about technology leadership and digital resilience, she continues to shape the future of cloud architecture that powers secure, scalable, and connected digital commerce.

Yesha Patel is a Senior Solution Architect recognized for leading the design of secure, resilient, and scalable cloud-native commerce platforms. With extensive experience in eCommerce modernization, AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise integration, she ... Show more

I’m a seasoned consultant with 20+ years of experience in large-scale software development, with a strong foundation in data engineering, observability, and search — including deep expertise in Elasticsearch and OpenSearch, specifically in the context of AI and search-driven applications.

I’m a seasoned consultant with 20+ years of experience in large-scale software development, with a strong foundation in data engineering, observability, and search — including deep expertise in Elasticsearch and OpenSearch, specifically in the contex... Show more

Adam is a tinkerer by nature and an educator at heart. He started out his career creating curriculum on various tools in web development tech and delivering them to universities, high schools, and libraries through a platform he built called Braincubator. For Adam, Developer Relations is the sweet spot for professional skillsets and personal passion where he gets to explore building new technologies with broader communities. He's owned and operated in engineering and developer relations at big companies and early stage start ups too.

Adam is a tinkerer by nature and an educator at heart. He started out his career creating curriculum on various tools in web development tech and delivering them to universities, high schools, and libraries through a platform he built called Braincub... Show more

With more than 13 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Iulia has seen it all. If 15 years ago she was mocked in interviews for wanting to work in AI, now she is leading teams, having successfully delivered multiple projects in production.
Iulia has a background in software engineering with specialisations in Artificial Intelligence. She has started her career in academia but moved to industry where she worked as both software engineer and data scientist. She has transitioned to an engineering manager role and is currently leading teams focusing on improving operations with AI at SIXT.

With more than 13 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Iulia has seen it all. If 15 years ago she was mocked in interviews for wanting to work in AI, now she is leading teams, having successfully delivered multiple projects in production. ... Show more

As the Chief Learning Officer at StoryIQ, Diedre combines her love of data and strategic thinking with creating engaging learning experiences. With over eighteen years of teaching and facilitating experience, Diedre brings enthusiasm and a unique ability to make complex concepts accessible and relatable to all. Diedre’s expertise allows her to call upon a deep knowledge of communicating data and data-driven strategy to senior leaders and key stakeholders across industries and verticals.

As the Chief Learning Officer at StoryIQ, Diedre combines her love of data and strategic thinking with creating engaging learning experiences. With over eighteen years of teaching and facilitating experience, Diedre brings enthusiasm and a unique abi... Show more

Founder of griddll, a spatial and non-algorithmic platform exploring new models for idea sharing and collective thinking. With over 15 years of experience in software systems, digital platforms, and cyber risk management, the speaker has led large-scale products across telecom, SaaS, and innovation-driven environments. Currently focused on building calm, human-centered digital experiences and scalable platforms that challenge traditional engagement-driven models.

Founder of griddll, a spatial and non-algorithmic platform exploring new models for idea sharing and collective thinking. With over 15 years of experience in software systems, digital platforms, and cyber risk management, the speaker has led large-sc... Show more

Yaswanth Reddy is a Lead DevOps Engineer at Arealis, where he works on making cloud infrastructure smarter and more reliable with AWS, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD practices. He loves experimenting with how cloud and AI come together from building scalable pipelines to using embeddings and vector search in real-world systems. Outside of work, he enjoys mentoring engineers and sharing what he learns with the developer community.

Yaswanth Reddy is a Lead DevOps Engineer at Arealis, where he works on making cloud infrastructure smarter and more reliable with AWS, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD practices. He loves experimenting with how cloud and AI come together from building sc... Show more

Weiwei Yang is a Foundation Model Infrastructure Engineer at Apple, Apache Member, Apache Incubator Mentor, and PMC member for Apache Hadoop and YuniKorn. He specializes in evolving ML platforms to accelerate large-scale model training and inference.

Weiwei Yang is a Foundation Model Infrastructure Engineer at Apple, Apache Member, Apache Incubator Mentor, and PMC member for Apache Hadoop and YuniKorn. He specializes in evolving ML platforms to accelerate large-scale model training and inference. Show more

Senior leader at a €4B multinational, heading an IT team of 40+ focused on Salesforce. Experienced speaker at Dreamforce, World Tour, and Dreamin conferences. Member of the Salesforce Customer Advisory Board (Platform) and founder of a private Manufacturing Business Group for industry decision makers. Trailblazer Group leader since 2019.

Senior leader at a €4B multinational, heading an IT team of 40+ focused on Salesforce. Experienced speaker at Dreamforce, World Tour, and Dreamin conferences. Member of the Salesforce Customer Advisory Board (Platform) and founder of a private Manufa... Show more

Maxim Schepelin has been an engineering leader in various industries, including Game Dev, e-commerce, and travel building teams capable of launching products from idea to world-scale. With over a decade of experience leading engineering teams, Maxim has mastered the art and science of management, as well as how to exit both Vim and Emacs.
Maxim continues exploring ways to build effective engineering teams that deliver value at a sustainable pace.

Maxim Schepelin has been an engineering leader in various industries, including Game Dev, e-commerce, and travel building teams capable of launching products from idea to world-scale. With over a decade of experience leading engineering teams, Maxim ... Show more