Naresh Reddy Regalla is an accomplished IT leader and engineer with over 20 years of experience delivering enterprise technology solutions across banking, retail, and healthcare sectors. With deep expertise in business process automation and cloud-native solutions, he has established a strong reputation for driving innovation, operational efficiency, and compliance while enabling organizations to scale securely.
Naresh specializes in IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW), IBM BPM, and Alfresco Activiti, with a proven track record in workflow design, process optimization, and legacy modernization. His cloud architecture expertise spans OpenShift, Kubernetes, AWS, and Pivotal Cloud Foundry, where he has delivered highly resilient, containerized enterprise applications. He is equally skilled as a full-stack engineer, proficient in Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and modern frontend frameworks such as React and Angular.
Currently serving as an Expert Application Engineer at Discover Financial Services, Naresh plays a pivotal role in payments fraud detection and risk prevention initiatives, safeguarding the global payments ecosystem. His leadership has contributed to critical solutions, including a secure One-Time Password API, transaction monitoring platforms, and advanced fraud prevention algorithms.
Naresh is a certified AWS Solutions Architect and IBM BPM expert, with a B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University. Known for his collaborative leadership style, he has mentored high-performing teams and partnered with business stakeholders to deliver scalable and secure systems.
Passionate about digital transformation, Naresh continues to focus on bridging business and technology, ensuring enterprises remain future-ready in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Naresh Reddy Regalla is an accomplished IT leader and engineer with over 20 years of experience delivering enterprise technology solutions across banking, retail, and healthcare sectors. With deep expertise in business process automation and cloud-na... Show more

Suzanne Rath: High-Performance Strategist, Endurance Athlete, Founder

Suzanne Rath is a keynote speaker and high-performance strategist who helps founders and leaders sustain peak performance without breaking. Her authority is forged through a rare combination of research, clinical expertise and lived experience.

For more than nine years she has led an award-winning multi-site Allied Health business, building resilient teams and pioneering innovative approaches to workplace wellbeing. As a physiotherapist with twenty years of experience across three continents, she brings a deep understanding of human performance, recovery and longevity.

Suzanne is also an endurance athlete of eighteen years, having completed marathons, ultras, and multi-day cycling expeditions across continents. After surviving a life-changing accident in Sydney, she rebuilt her health and career from the ground up- an experience that informs her work with leaders navigating pressure, uncertainty and burnout. This journey became the foundation of her signature framework, ENDURES, a system for sustainable high performance.

From the boardroom to the marathon trail, Suzanne understands what it takes to recover, reset and rise stronger, again and again.

How Suzanne Helps
Keynote Speaking

Beyond the Peak: Unlocking Sustainable High Performance
Suzanne blends endurance stories, leadership insight and evidence-based strategies to show audiences how to move from collapsing performance to sustained momentum. Participants gain:

the courage to set bold goals

the capacity to navigate challenge with clarity

practical tools to recover, reset and elevate to greater summits

Workshops & Extended Programs

Suzanne’s workshops transform insight into capability. Designed for real-world application, they help teams:

- reclaim energy and focus

- clarify priorities

- build daily rhythms and systems that drive consistent high performance

Coaching for Leaders & Founders

Suzanne works privately with leaders to apply the ENDURES framework to their own lives and organisations. Her coaching strengthens resilience, adaptability and sustainable performance — ensuring high achievers maintain their edge without burning out.
The ENDURES Membership Program launches in February 2026.

Suzanne Rath: High-Performance Strategist, Endurance Athlete, Founder Suzanne Rath is a keynote speaker and high-performance strategist who helps founders and leaders sustain peak performance without breaking. Her authority is forged through a rar... Show more

“I’m a Senior QA Lead with over 20 years of experience in software testing, including 10+ years working with Sitecore platforms such as XP, XM Cloud, and OrderCloud. I’m honored to be recognized as a Sitecore MVP and the first QA MVP globally in the Sitecore community. I’m passionate about AI-driven testing, modern QA practices, and helping teams improve quality in digital experience platforms. I also actively share knowledge through technical blogging and community contributions.”

“I’m a Senior QA Lead with over 20 years of experience in software testing, including 10+ years working with Sitecore platforms such as XP, XM Cloud, and OrderCloud. I’m honored to be recognized as a Sitecore MVP and the first QA MVP globally in the ... 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 - Microsoft Foundry, and Google Developer Expert for Google Cloud Platform AI.
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、微軟最有價值專家-Microsoft Foundry和Google雲端平台AI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

An experienced IT R&D engineer specialising in AI and automation, with a focus on computer vision.

An experienced IT R&D engineer specialising in AI and automation, with a focus on computer vision. Show more

Chris Aleman is a seasoned Data Analytics Manager at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he leverages his expertise to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes.

His passion for data analytics extends beyond his professional responsibilities. As a Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate, a Co-Leader of the San Antonio Power BI User Group (PUG), and a speaker at Community Summit NA 2024 and Spark 2024, hosted by the Alamo Regional Data Alliance, Chris is actively involved in the data community, sharing his knowledge and experience.

When not immersed in data, Chris loves to travel with his wife, having explored 22 countries and covered over 61,000 miles together. Back home, they enjoy the company of their family of furbabies, including five cats, two dogs, a turtle, and too many fish to count.

Chris Aleman is a seasoned Data Analytics Manager at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), where he leverages his expertise to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes. His passion for data analytics extends beyond... Show more

Dr. Ben Lippe is a licensed psychologist who is Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology.

He is an expert on topics related to health, wellness, fitness, and behavior change.

Award-winning instructor, psychologist, author, and consultant.

He is available for workshops and keynote addresses for:
Healthcare organizations
Professional associations
Clinical teams seeking insight, clarity, and practical inspiration
Support Group organizations (e.g., cancer, chronic pain, transplant)

He speaks candidly about the realities of modern medicine—burnout, leadership challenges, patient communication, healthy behaviors, system constraints—while offering practical strategies that audiences can immediately apply in their own settings.

Dr. Ben Lippe is a licensed psychologist who is Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology. He is an expert on topics related to health, wellness, fitness, and behavior change. Award-... Show more

Silvia Triboni is a lawyer with an MBA in Public Management from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation. She has a degree in Sustainability and Human Responsibility from the University of Lisbon and in Coaching and Mentoring from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation.

She is a lecturer, consultant and journalist focusing on the theme of active longevity and intergenerational harmony in companies, in Brazil and Portugal, and has lectured in several countries. She is columnist and international correspondent for companies linked to the interests of people 50+, working in Brazil and Portugal.

An activist against ageism, she is director of the StopIdadism Association in Portugal.

A writer, she has launched the book Employability 50+ in Portugal and Brazil, which presents useful information and strategies for a successful career in maturity, and Intentional Longevity®, with a foreword by Dr Alexandre Kalache, a book aimed at encouraging the conscious construction of a life with purpose, healthy habits and choices.

In his Centenarian Expedition project, he has explored the Blue Zones® and other regions where their inhabitants are exceptionally healthy and long-lived, in order to publicise good practices to his audience.

Silvia Triboni is a lawyer with an MBA in Public Management from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation. She has a degree in Sustainability and Human Responsibility from the University of Lisbon and in Coaching and Mentoring from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation... Show more

I work as an engineer at MIXI, Inc.

I work as an engineer at MIXI, Inc. Show more

Michael is an IT Architect at ipt, where he currently serves as a lead engineer bringing Data Mesh to enterprises across Switzerland. With over a decade of experience at the intersection of software engineering and data analytics, he is passionate about building reliable, scalable systems that leverage the best of both disciplines. Michael thrives on finding simple solutions for seemingly complex challenges and enjoys puzzles of all kinds.

Michael is an IT Architect at ipt, where he currently serves as a lead engineer bringing Data Mesh to enterprises across Switzerland. With over a decade of experience at the intersection of software engineering and data analytics, he is passionate ab... Show more

Virgilio Sanz is a Senior Solutions Architect at Redis and a Board Advisor at Transparent Edge Services. With over 20 years of experience in high-impact technology environments, his career spans from a background in Quantum Chemistry to an Executive MBA from IE Business School.A seasoned technical leader, Virgilio has served as CTO at Mediaset España and NueveCuatroUno, where he architected cloud-native infrastructures for platforms reaching millions of unique users consumin millions of video hours.

He has been consistently recognized for professional excellence and outstanding performance at Redis, Proofpoint, and Akamai, specializing in Cybersecurity, Edge Computing, and Cloud Data Architectures.

Currently focused on the intersection of Real-time Data and AI, Virgilio excels at building LLM Agents and RAG systems. In this workshop, he will demonstrate how to leverage Java and Redis to create sophisticated AI agents with persistent memory and high-performance vector search.

Virgilio Sanz is a Senior Solutions Architect at Redis and a Board Advisor at Transparent Edge Services. With over 20 years of experience in high-impact technology environments, his career spans from a background in Quantum Chemistry to an Executive ... Show more

Hola, soy Lesly Samaritano, Ingeniera de Sistemas e Informática que se especializa en crear soluciones tecnológicas que impacten positivamente la calidad de vida de las personas. En el mundo digital, me conocen como Flutterina.

Mi expertise principal es como desarrolladora de aplicaciones móviles con Flutter, donde integro Inteligencia Artificial (como Gemini) para construir herramientas innovadoras. Esta expertise se complementa con dos años de experiencia en QA para RPA (Automatización Robótica de Procesos) y Bases de Datos.

Mi pasión va más allá del desarrollo: soy Embajadora de Women Techmakers y dedico mis esfuerzos a democratizar la educación digital. A través de mi marca Flutterina, creo contenido en redes sociales (@fluterinapps en TikTok e Instagram). Con ello, no solo incentivo a más mujeres a unirse a carreras STEM, sino que también promuevo la ruta del freelance como una poderosa vía para ganar experiencia por cuenta propia y acelerar el crecimiento profesional.

Hola, soy Lesly Samaritano, Ingeniera de Sistemas e Informática que se especializa en crear soluciones tecnológicas que impacten positivamente la calidad de vida de las personas. En el mundo digital, me conocen como Flutterina. Mi expertise princi... Show more

Software Engineer • FlutterFire • AI Enthusiast • GDG on Campus Lead’25 • Tech Trainer, Content Creator & Speaker

Software Engineer • FlutterFire • AI Enthusiast • GDG on Campus Lead’25 • Tech Trainer, Content Creator & Speaker Show more

Cole Pirelli brings a cross-sector perspective to business continuity, emergency management, and workforce development, with experience in corporate retail operations, disaster response, and large-scale training initiatives.

Many organizations have plans in place but struggle to operationalize them during real-world disruptions. Cole focuses on closing that gap—helping teams move from theory to execution through practical, field-informed training and real-world scenarios.

His work emphasizes simplifying complex processes, strengthening team readiness, and building scalable systems that perform under pressure. Whether supporting frontline teams or leadership, his sessions are designed to be immediately actionable, ensuring participants leave with tools they can apply right away.

Cole Pirelli brings a cross-sector perspective to business continuity, emergency management, and workforce development, with experience in corporate retail operations, disaster response, and large-scale training initiatives. Many organizations hav... Show more

A Docker Captain and Microsoft MVP, is a Cloud and DevOps engineer, consultant, and instructor with expertise in Microsoft Azure and DevOps practices. Passionate about teaching, she delivers both practical and theoretical courses on Azure, and DevOps. Cigdem helps organizations implement DevOps transformations across cloud and on-premises environments while contributing to the community through insightful technical articles and videos on cloud adoption and DevOps best practices.

A Docker Captain and Microsoft MVP, is a Cloud and DevOps engineer, consultant, and instructor with expertise in Microsoft Azure and DevOps practices. Passionate about teaching, she delivers both practical and theoretical courses on Azure, and DevOps... Show more

Outside of enjoying engineering, Connor Peshek is a musician, frequent traveler, and enjoyer of picking up heavy things and putting them back down. He's done DevRel for 4+ years at companies like Cloudflare and authentik

Outside of enjoying engineering, Connor Peshek is a musician, frequent traveler, and enjoyer of picking up heavy things and putting them back down. He's done DevRel for 4+ years at companies like Cloudflare and authentik Show more

Damián Sire is a Google-recognized Angular expert and a software developer at one of the world's largest video game companies. He runs a programming YouTube channel with 35,000 subscribers and is deeply passionate about coding in both his professional and free time to build useful tools for others.

Damián Sire is a Google-recognized Angular expert and a software developer at one of the world's largest video game companies. He runs a programming YouTube channel with 35,000 subscribers and is deeply passionate about coding in both his professiona... Show more

Steven Kelly is a British TV survivalist, resilience speaker, and founder of South West Survival. With 23 years of military service and experience operating in extreme environments around the world, he brings real-world lessons in resilience, leadership, decision-making under pressure, teamwork, and mindset.

Steven is known for appearing on Naked and Afraid, Naked and Afraid: Apocalypse, Naked Alone and Racing to Get Home, and Bear Grylls: Wild Reckoning. He combines survival expertise, operational experience, and television credibility to deliver practical, engaging talks that challenge audiences to think clearly, adapt fast, and perform under pressure.

Through speaking, training, and media work, Steven helps people and teams build resilience, develop a stronger mindset, and apply survival principles to business, leadership, and everyday life.

Steven Kelly is a British TV survivalist, resilience speaker, and founder of South West Survival. With 23 years of military service and experience operating in extreme environments around the world, he brings real-world lessons in resilience, leaders... Show more

Amit is the Chief Analytics Officer (CAO)/Data Architect at Kanerika and has more than 20 years of experience in the field of data analytics. Amit is Microsoft's Most Valuable Professional (2023) and Power BI Community Super User since 2020.

Amit is the Chief Analytics Officer (CAO)/Data Architect at Kanerika and has more than 20 years of experience in the field of data analytics. Amit is Microsoft's Most Valuable Professional (2023) and Power BI Community Super User since 2020. Show more

Pragmatic technologist with a background in software development and a focus on systems, automation, and AI. I build practical solutions that improve everyday life.

I believe in leadership driven by responsibility, clarity, and real-world impact. Less hype, more systems that work.

Pragmatic technologist with a background in software development and a focus on systems, automation, and AI. I build practical solutions that improve everyday life. I believe in leadership driven by responsibility, clarity, and real-world impact. ... Show more

Patrick Dunn is a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and leadership development consultant with 30 years of experience leading high-stakes global teams in operational resilience — disaster recovery, business continuity, and crisis management.

He works with leaders who are performing at a high level and want to keep performing — without losing themselves in the process. His keynotes and workshops draw on three decades of real-world experience in rooms where the wrong call had real consequences, combined with a storytelling approach shaped by folklorist Sandy Ives and author Stephen King.

Patrick is the author of Lead with Soul: How to Lead When Running on Empty and the creator of the Lead with Soul framework — built on four pillars: Presence, Purpose, Renewal, and Service. His keynote Your Resilience Is Killing You speaks directly to the hidden cost of sustained high-stakes leadership, while Strong Enough to Break reframes what it means to lead with endurance and depth.

He is a three-time NCAA Division I All-American and nationally ranked mascot at the University of Maine, a former Fortune 200 resilience leader, and an active member of the Association of Continuity Professionals and Disaster Recovery Journal communities.
Patrick has delivered keynotes and leadership sessions across association, corporate, healthcare, and government audiences. He is based in Reno, Nevada and speaks throughout the United States.

Website: https://www.patrickdunnintl.com
Speaker Reel: https://youtu.be/SmgmQcj0Hxg

Patrick Dunn is a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and leadership development consultant with 30 years of experience leading high-stakes global teams in operational resilience — disaster recovery, business continuity, and crisis management. ... Show more

Digital marketing trainer, speaker, and practitioner focused on enabling entrepreneurs and businesses to scale using AI-driven marketing and data-backed strategies. With experience in training MSMEs, startups, and emerging entrepreneurs, I specialize in simplifying complex digital concepts into practical frameworks that drive real business outcomes.

My work revolves around integrating AI tools with branding, performance marketing, and content strategy—helping businesses unlock new growth opportunities. Through workshops, mentorship, and conferences, I actively contribute to building future-ready entrepreneurs who can leverage technology to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Digital marketing trainer, speaker, and practitioner focused on enabling entrepreneurs and businesses to scale using AI-driven marketing and data-backed strategies. With experience in training MSMEs, startups, and emerging entrepreneurs, I specialize... Show more

CPO at Magma, a Web3 platform pioneering real-world asset digitization in the real estate sector. I invented the Digital Twin Token (DTT®) concept and lead end-to-end product strategy — from roadmap to client onboarding — while driving go-to-market, partnerships, and international expansion across France, UAE, and Miami.
With a background spanning product, marketing, and digital strategy (Dentsu, Omnicom), I specialize in making complex blockchain topics — tokenization, smart contracts, on-chain data — legible and actionable for traditional industries. I've spoken and participated in panels at Paris Blockchain Week, Finance Innovation, BIM World, MIPIM, and the Miami Digital Real Estate Summit.
I speak at the intersection of Web3, proptech, and product strategy.

CPO at Magma, a Web3 platform pioneering real-world asset digitization in the real estate sector. I invented the Digital Twin Token (DTT®) concept and lead end-to-end product strategy — from roadmap to client onboarding — while driving go-to-market, ... Show more

JavaScript, Vim and Community

JavaScript, Vim and Community Show more

I’m a Lebanese AI engineer working at the intersection of computer vision, applied machine learning, and real-world deployment. My work focuses on building practical AI systems in areas like accessibility, automation, and intelligent vision applications. I’m especially interested in the gap between promising prototypes and systems that can actually survive outside controlled environments. Through projects like OmniSign and other applied AI builds, I explore how to design, test, and ship machine learning systems that are both technically solid and genuinely useful.

I’m a Lebanese AI engineer working at the intersection of computer vision, applied machine learning, and real-world deployment. My work focuses on building practical AI systems in areas like accessibility, automation, and intelligent vision applicati... Show more

Vijay Kumar Soni is the Founder and CEO of Maghraut Technologies, with over eight years of experience supporting organizations in the practical and scalable adoption of modern technologies. He is an active contributor to the Salesforce community and regularly participates in community-led events. Vijay works closely with small and growing businesses to simplify digital transformation using Salesforce and other modern platforms. His approach is grounded in real-world experience, focused on solving real business challenges, and driven by a strong belief in learning through shared stories and community collaboration.

Vijay Kumar Soni is the Founder and CEO of Maghraut Technologies, with over eight years of experience supporting organizations in the practical and scalable adoption of modern technologies. He is an active contributor to the Salesforce community and ... Show more

J. Michael Robison is a senior real estate executive, entrepreneur, and civic leader with decades of experience building and guiding large-scale operating companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on structure, accountability, and long-term performance. He serves as Managing Partner of Robison Real Estate Holdings, LLC, and is the Founder, Chairman, and retired Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. He is also the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ackceptional.com, continuing his involvement in service-focused business initiatives.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Finance from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His academic background provided a strong foundation in business operations and financial decision-making. Just as important, his education connected him to Atlanta’s business and civic ecosystem, where he later built companies and served in leadership roles across multiple institutions.

The most significant chapter of Michael Robison's professional career is his role as Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. Under his leadership, Lanier Parking Holdings grew into a central parking management and transportation services company operating across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The organization expanded steadily by emphasizing operational consistency, service quality, and scalable systems.

During his tenure, Lanier expanded into a central parking management platform operating more than 400 properties in 50 cities across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company oversaw approximately $15 billion in assets under management and generated about $140 million in annual management fee income. At the time of his retirement as CEO, the company managed more than 400 properties across 50 cities. It reached approximately $15 billion in assets under management while generating roughly $140 million in annual management fee income.

Mr. Robison’s leadership period was marked by sustained growth and the professionalization of parking management as a service industry. Lanier Parking Holdings received recognition for its operating performance, including inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Companies. Georgia Trend Magazine recognized the company as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution recognized it as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies and one of the top 100 Private Companies.

Following his retirement as Chief Executive Officer, he continued to serve as Chairman of Lanier Parking Holdings, focusing on governance, executive mentorship, and long-term strategy. Alongside his business leadership, J. Michael Robison has remained active in civic leadership, serving as a chairman with the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Transit Subcommittee, the Metro Chamber Commuter Rail Task Force, the Georgia Gaming Research Alliance, and Atlanta Streetcar, Inc.

J. Michael Robison is a senior real estate executive, entrepreneur, and civic leader with decades of experience building and guiding large-scale operating companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on structure, accountability, and long-term p... Show more

Danielle Connolly is a disability advocate, content creator, speaker, and business and marketing professional. Born with a rare, still-undiagnosed muscle disease, Danielle has navigated unique life experiences that have shaped her passions and purpose. She shares her perspective through Daniellevates - a platform dedicated to elevating conversations about disability, rare disease, and chronic illness with a mix of humor, storytelling, education, and real-life adventures.

Danielle Connolly is a disability advocate, content creator, speaker, and business and marketing professional. Born with a rare, still-undiagnosed muscle disease, Danielle has navigated unique life experiences that have shaped her passions and purpos... Show more

An award-winning bilingual journalist, TV personality, mom, speaker and Latina content creator featured on Good Morning America, Today, Despierta América, Hoy Día, CNN en Español and other shows, Jeannette Kaplun is the founder of bilingual lifestyle magazine Hispana Global, where she offers inspiration, tips and information in English and Spanish. Previously she cofounded multimedia parenting company Todobebé and was one of the first Latina mom bloggers. She was a Special Advisor to The Bank of America Institute for Women's Entrepreneurship at Cornell and was included in the Forbes #Next1000 2021 list. Her latest venture is Midlife Elevated, which hosts workshops for women over 40. Find her on social media @jeannettekaplun.

An award-winning bilingual journalist, TV personality, mom, speaker and Latina content creator featured on Good Morning America, Today, Despierta América, Hoy Día, CNN en Español and other shows, Jeannette Kaplun is the founder of bilingual lifestyle... 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