Travel & Tourism

Experts in the promotion and management of travel experiences, focusing on leisure, business, and cultural exploration

Sebastijan Grabar

Sebastijan Grabar

Software engineer and architect whose expertise was built on Java and its ecosystem, he has accumulated significant experience working with teams in the automotive and logistics industries. Beyond his technical skills, he is an enthusiastic blogger who enjoys sharing his learnings and insights both online and through live presentations.

With a genuine liking for connecting with people, he focuses on creating a pleasant environment in his team and how to make the workspace more enjoyable.

In free time, an actor, photographer and a guitar player.

Software engineer and architect whose expertise was built on Java and its ecosystem, he has accumulated significant experience working with teams in the automotive and logistics industries. Beyond his technical skills, he is an enthusiastic blogger w... Show more

Rahul Kumar

Rahul Kumar

As a passionate Software Engineer, I specialize in building scalable and resilient data processing solutions. With hands-on experience in Apache Iceberg, Flink, and Kafka, I have worked extensively on optimizing event-driven architectures, ensuring efficiency, and enhancing observability. I thrive at the intersection of curiosity and innovation, constantly exploring new ways to solve complex challenges.

Excited to connect, learn, and share insights on Iceberg’s role in modern data systems—let’s dive deep into where technology meets real-world impact! 🚀

As a passionate Software Engineer, I specialize in building scalable and resilient data processing solutions. With hands-on experience in Apache Iceberg, Flink, and Kafka, I have worked extensively on optimizing event-driven architectures, ensuring e... Show more

Cody Fortier

Cody Fortier

Cody Fortier, a successful business leader based in Opelousas, Louisiana, owns a construction company specializing in heavy civil, hydro excavation, and marine construction. As the CEO, he manages various projects across the Gulf South, ensuring each phase, from initiation to completion, adheres to the highest standards.

Under Fortier's guidance, the firm operates a vast fleet of earth-moving equipment essential for tasks along the Gulf Coast. This includes custom-built heavy machinery, which is crucial for maintaining safety and efficiency in all operations.

Cody Fortier excels in specialized marine construction projects, such as developing ports, harbors, and offshore platforms. His team’s proficiency in dredging is pivotal, deepening harbors and laying foundations for marine infrastructure. Using advanced dredging vessels, they maintain navigable waterways and construct durable offshore platforms capable of withstanding harsh marine environments.

Moreover, Fortier’s work includes marine piling, essential for erecting stable foundations for marine structures like piers and bridges. This involves driving large steel or concrete piles deep into the seafloor. Another area of expertise is the construction of breakwaters and seawalls, which protect shorelines and harbors from erosion by minimizing wave impact.

In heavy civil construction, Cody Fortier's company is adept at handling comprehensive site preparation and stabilization tasks, such as erosion control, excavation, and drainage solutions, which are crucial for the success of any project.

As CEO, Cody Fortier's strategic leadership is instrumental in steering the company’s vision and growth, ensuring operational excellence and profitability. His responsibilities include high-level decision-making, influencing the company’s direction, compliance with regulations, financial management, and fostering client relationships.

Safety is a cornerstone of Fortier’s operational ethos. His company adheres to strict safety protocols, ensuring all personnel are trained to operate in compliance with OSHA standards. This fosters a culture that prioritizes risk management and safety at the workplace.

Cody Fortier also has a presence on television, appearing on shows like "Swamp People" and "Swamp Mysteries" on the History Channel, highlighting his adventurous side and deep connection to Louisiana’s culture.

At his core, Fortier is a devoted family man from New Iberia, Louisiana. In his spare time, he enjoys farming, hunting, fishing, and piloting aircraft. A dedicated "girl dad," he cherishes time spent with his daughter and wife. His philanthropic efforts, including contributions to St. Jude’s and his local church, reflect his commitment to his community and heritage.

Cody Fortier, a successful business leader based in Opelousas, Louisiana, owns a construction company specializing in heavy civil, hydro excavation, and marine construction. As the CEO, he manages various projects across the Gulf South, ensuring each... Show more

Karanbir Singh

Karanbir Singh

Software Engineering professional with 6+ years of experience across AI/ML engineering, distributed systems, and microservices for fintech, auto, and other industries

Software Engineering professional with 6+ years of experience across AI/ML engineering, distributed systems, and microservices for fintech, auto, and other industries Show more

Øystein Brager

Øystein Brager

UNG TEKST er Unge Viken Teaters satsning på unge dramatikere.

UNG TEKST er Unge Viken Teaters satsning på unge dramatikere. Show more

Brian Reed

Brian Reed

Brian Reed brings decades of experience in mobile, apps, security and innovation helping global organizations, transformation trailblazers and top mobile brands while growing Appdome, NowSecure, Good Technology, BlackBerry, BoxTone, ZeroFox, and more. Jump on his storyteller thrill rides - his amazing collection of real-world stories and practical best practice trainings never ends! Frequent speaker at events large and small including OWASP, Droidcon, BSides, Mobile World Congress, FS-ISAC, HIMSS and more, and Host DevSecOps Bunch webcast.

Brian Reed brings decades of experience in mobile, apps, security and innovation helping global organizations, transformation trailblazers and top mobile brands while growing Appdome, NowSecure, Good Technology, BlackBerry, BoxTone, ZeroFox, and more... Show more

Richard K Niner

Richard K Niner

Canine furry and fursuiter from Toronto. Organizer of the Furnal Equinox "Tour De Fur" public fursuit walk since 2017.

Canine furry and fursuiter from Toronto. Organizer of the Furnal Equinox "Tour De Fur" public fursuit walk since 2017. Show more

Masuma Shariff

Masuma Shariff

Hello! I'm Masuma Shariff, a cybersecurity professional at Advania through the Early Years Program. I'm currently expanding my expertise by learning to use Microsoft Purview, Entra ID, and the Defender suite.

I'm passionate about empowering women in tech, which has led me to deliver two TEDx talks on ‘Women in Tech’ [which you can watch here; https://www.ted.com/talks/masuma_shariff_the_power_of_technology_for_women?subtitle=en] and become an active member of the Advania Women’s Network.

Looking ahead, I aim to advance my expertise in cybersecurity, take on leadership roles, and inspire more women to join the tech industry.

Hello! I'm Masuma Shariff, a cybersecurity professional at Advania through the Early Years Program. I'm currently expanding my expertise by learning to use Microsoft Purview, Entra ID, and the Defender suite. I'm passionate about empowering women ... Show more

Hardik Trivedi

Hardik Trivedi

Hardik Trivedi is a seasoned software engineer specializing in Android. His work spans various sectors including medical and banking to name a few, with a focus on scalable and testable app architecture. He has hands-on experience in mobile security and is a Kotlin specialist. Hardik has authored two Kotlin books, demonstrating his expertise. He is also an author and instructor for Droidcon Academy. Time to time he also write technical blog. In his leisure time, he enjoys playing Chess and cooking delicious meals.

Hardik Trivedi is a seasoned software engineer specializing in Android. His work spans various sectors including medical and banking to name a few, with a focus on scalable and testable app architecture. He has hands-on experience in mobile security ... Show more

Downs & Towns 📷

Downs & Towns 📷

Houston Vandergriff is a globe-trotting photographer, entrepreneur, and influencer based in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Houston has traveled to 49 of the 50 United States, 5 Canadian Provinces, and 26 countries. He also has Down syndrome. His photos have been in magazines and books, won awards in numerous competitions, and been shown in galleries in three countries.

He shares the positives surrounding disability on Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. For his photography sales, he started on ETSY, moved to his own website, and now sells his photography as NFTs. To date he has been part of three sold-out NFT collections.

Houston inspires others, both inside and outside of the disability community. By sharing his gift of photography he also shares gifts of beauty and hope.

Houston Vandergriff is a globe-trotting photographer, entrepreneur, and influencer based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Houston has traveled to 49 of the 50 United States, 5 Canadian Provinces, and 26 countries. He also has Down syndrome. His photos h... Show more

Silvia Mogas

Silvia Mogas

Silvia Mogas is an award-winning marketer in the Web3 space and the CEO and Founder of BMBWeb3 Ventures and Blockchain Marketing Boutique. Named Marketing Leader of the Year 2024, Silvia specializes in helping Web2 brands transition to Web3 and provides strategic marketing services to Web3-native companies.

A dynamic international speaker, Silvia has presented at over 50 conferences worldwide, including Mobile World Congress, South Summit, AWE Europe, Taipei Blockchain Week, and TBEX Europe. She also lectures at EAE Business School and hosts the "Hype" program on Pulso Media, part of the Rug Radio Creators Group.

Based in Dubai, Silvia holds an Executive MBA, a Postgraduate Degree in Marketing, a diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, and a Tourism Degree with a specialisation in Marketing. She is passionate about blockchain technology, mentoring startups, and fostering innovation within the global business community.

Silvia Mogas is an award-winning marketer in the Web3 space and the CEO and Founder of BMBWeb3 Ventures and Blockchain Marketing Boutique. Named Marketing Leader of the Year 2024, Silvia specializes in helping Web2 brands transition to Web3 and provi... Show more

Mark Jacobs

Mark Jacobs

Mark Jacobs is a visionary leader and a proven authority in scaling midlife, middle-market companies. With over 30 years of executive leadership experience, he has mastered the art of leveraging technology, data-driven strategies, and deep market insights to accelerate enterprise value and profitability.

As the Founding Partner of ScaleWerksSM, Mark pioneered the first business accelerator tailored specifically for mid-life companies, helping them overcome growth plateaus and achieve efficient, sustainable scaling. His proprietary SmartScaleSM protocol has transformed how businesses scale, making him a sought-after strategist for companies aiming for exponential growth.

Mark currently serves on the boards of Stahly Engineering & Associates, Bio::Neos, and OCD Solutions, where he drives enterprise value acceleration, leadership performance, and technology-driven transformation. His career journey—from founding his first business at 16 to leading successful turnarounds and high-growth ventures—demonstrates his deep expertise in strategic planning, operational excellence, and leadership development.

Holding an MBA in Accounting and Finance from Indiana University, Mark combines financial acumen with hands-on business transformation experience. Based in Montana, he balances professional excellence with community involvement and outdoor pursuits.

As a speaker, Mark challenges conventional thinking and delivers actionable insights for leaders seeking to navigate the complexities of scaling in today’s dynamic market.

✅ Expertise: Business Scaling | Enterprise Value Acceleration | Leadership & Culture Transformation | Data-Driven Growth Strategies | Technology as a Strategic Advantage

Mark Jacobs is a visionary leader and a proven authority in scaling midlife, middle-market companies. With over 30 years of executive leadership experience, he has mastered the art of leveraging technology, data-driven strategies, and deep market ins... Show more

Rob Reid

Rob Reid

I've been developing software professionally since 2006 and in that time, I’ve written backend, frontend, and messaging solutions for the police, travel, finance, commodities, sports betting, telecoms, retail, and aerospace industries.

I've been developing software professionally since 2006 and in that time, I’ve written backend, frontend, and messaging solutions for the police, travel, finance, commodities, sports betting, telecoms, retail, and aerospace industries. Show more

Esteba Josue Apunte Ayala

Esteba Josue Apunte Ayala

Soy Licenciado en Turismo Historico Cultural, estudiante de Maestría en Educación Superior en la Universidad Estatal de Milagro

Soy Licenciado en Turismo Historico Cultural, estudiante de Maestría en Educación Superior en la Universidad Estatal de Milagro Show more

Piyusha Pilania

Piyusha Pilania

Piyusha is a seasoned Salesforce consultant with 10 years of experience. She is a passionate five-star Ranger with nine Salesforce certifications and accreditations. Throughout her career, Piyusha has collaborated with multiple Fortune 500 clients, helping to solve their business challenges and leading consulting teams.
Currently, Piyusha is the Salesforce Consulting Manager at Horizontal Digital. She has a wealth of experience and knowledge in Martech, data, and Salesforce, and she has a deep interest in the convergence of data, AI, and Salesforce. She is also the community group leader for Salesforce Salesblazers APAC and has been running a bi-weekly LinkedIn Live series since 2021 to support the Trailblazers. Her mission is to elevate the knowledge and skills of Salesforce trailblazers and to grow the Salesforce community in Vadodara and APAC.

Piyusha is a seasoned Salesforce consultant with 10 years of experience. She is a passionate five-star Ranger with nine Salesforce certifications and accreditations. Throughout her career, Piyusha has collaborated with multiple Fortune 500 clients, h... Show more

Praveen Thirumurugan

Praveen Thirumurugan

Praveen is currently in Bangalore, where he works as a Software Engineer at Plum. During his early professional life, he contributed a lot to open source and has been the head of the GDG Cloud Coimbatore community for several years. He has 5+ years of experience with various tech domains, focusing on UI Frameworks and Cloud Services. Praveen enjoys working in Aviation, Photography and Travel in his spare time.

Praveen is currently in Bangalore, where he works as a Software Engineer at Plum. During his early professional life, he contributed a lot to open source and has been the head of the GDG Cloud Coimbatore community for several years. He has 5+ years o... Show more

Dezaree' Lusk

Dezaree' Lusk

Dezaree' Lusk is originally from Dallas, Texas. She received her Cosmetologist license from Duncanville High School in 2011. Dezaree' received her Bachelor's of Social Work Degree from Prairie View A & M University in December of 2014, and her Master's of Social Work Degree from the University of Houston in May of 2016. Dezaree' is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialty in Health & Behavioral Health. Her experience includes being a Director at the second largest psychiatric hospital in Houston, Texas. With Divine Beauty Bar, Dezaree has combined her love for Cosmetology and Social Work by helping individuals experiencing hair loss (Alopecia). Divine Beauty Bar is widely known for their Wigs for Veterans at no cost initiative! Dezaree' has taken this initiative further by leaving the Corporate world and becoming a full-time, licensed Cosmetology School Owner of Divine Beauty Bar & Hair Loss Institute. Programs include Cranial Prosthesis Curriculum teaching others how to accept Insurance and Veteran Benefits, Permanent Makeup, a full Cosmetology Program and much more!

Dezaree' Lusk is originally from Dallas, Texas. She received her Cosmetologist license from Duncanville High School in 2011. Dezaree' received her Bachelor's of Social Work Degree from Prairie View A & M University in December of 2014, and her Master... Show more

Luis Kalckstein

Luis Kalckstein

Since 2019, I am a passionate software engineer and data scientist, always looking for the next challenge.
With 9 competition wins, from national hackathons to big international competitions with thousands of participants, my aim is to do whatever it takes to win.

My public speaking experience includes conferences all over Austria, from the CIO Congress, conferences in the economic chamber of Austria, to presenting projects to the Austrian president and various ministers.

Since 2019, I am a passionate software engineer and data scientist, always looking for the next challenge. With 9 competition wins, from national hackathons to big international competitions with thousands of participants, my aim is to do whatever ... Show more

Adam Chan

Adam Chan

Adam is a tinkerer by nature and an educator at heart. He started out his career creating curriculum on various topics in technology and delivering them to universities, high schools, and libraries through a platform he built called Braincubator. He soon joined the industry as a software engineer at Apple working on developer tools. While building software was exciting, he thoroughly missed education and connecting audiences with new ideas and as a result found Developer Relations Engineer at Google working on Google's suite of Business Communications products. Today, Adam works closely with software engineers around the globe to build epic applications with large language models with vector databases like Weaviate.

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

Emeka Jay Eze

Emeka Jay Eze

I’m a UX designer with four years of experience, and I’m looking for opportunities to speak and share my knowledge. I want to connect with others in the industry, contribute to meaningful conversations, and showcase my skills to a wider audience.

I’m a UX designer with four years of experience, and I’m looking for opportunities to speak and share my knowledge. I want to connect with others in the industry, contribute to meaningful conversations, and showcase my skills to a wider audience. Show more

Felicien Mukamba

Felicien Mukamba

Passionné de la technologie

Passionné de la technologie Show more

Wabala Buloze karonda

Wabala Buloze karonda

Je m'appelle Wabala un passionné de la programmation(python) j' aime partager le peu que j'ai et apprendre beaucoup plus des autres passionnés de la programmation comme moi.

Je m'appelle Wabala un passionné de la programmation(python) j' aime partager le peu que j'ai et apprendre beaucoup plus des autres passionnés de la programmation comme moi. Show more

Lindsay Horsman

Lindsay Horsman

Lindsay Horsman has been in the rescue world and various aspects of animal welfare for the last several decades. She ran a pet rat rescue, was on the board for the Cavalier Riding Club a therapeutic riding program, volunteered and was a foster home for Maritime Greyhound Adoption Program and now holds the Board Chair position at Lily's place.
Lindsay comes from a non-profit background and has worked with many different types of people in various vulnerable states. Her compassion for humans and animals alike is what makes her a valuable volunteer and board member at Lily's Place.

Lindsay Horsman has been in the rescue world and various aspects of animal welfare for the last several decades. She ran a pet rat rescue, was on the board for the Cavalier Riding Club a therapeutic riding program, volunteered and was a foster home f... Show more

Kirill Klimov

Kirill Klimov

I help organizations use modern management methods and frameworks such as Flight Levels, Kanban, Leadership Circle Profile, and others to drive meaningful change within an organization to become an awesome workplace and deliver the best to its customers.

I help organizations use modern management methods and frameworks such as Flight Levels, Kanban, Leadership Circle Profile, and others to drive meaningful change within an organization to become an awesome workplace and deliver the best to its custom... Show more

Akshat Tiwari

Akshat Tiwari

As a Software Development Engineer II at Avataar, a pioneering company in augmented reality technology, my journey in the tech industry has been driven by a deep passion for innovation, particularly in the realms of iOS, Android, and web development.

At Avataar, I've had the opportunity to make substantial contributions to advanced iOS, Android and web applications, serving high-profile clients like CrateAndBarrel, Nike, Wayfair, and Lowe's. My work focuses on implementing scalable and maintainable software architectures, such as Model-View-ViewModel (MVVM) with Dependency Injection, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, user-centric applications.

Beyond my professional role, I am deeply involved in mentoring young developers, particularly through my participation in the Google Summer of Code with MetaBrainz. This role has allowed me to share my knowledge and experience with emerging talents in the field, guiding them through the complexities of iOS and Android development, and open-source contribution.

As a speaker, I bring a wealth of real-world experience and a genuine enthusiasm for technology. I aim to demystify complex technical concepts and make them accessible to a broad audience.

As a Software Development Engineer II at Avataar, a pioneering company in augmented reality technology, my journey in the tech industry has been driven by a deep passion for innovation, particularly in the realms of iOS, Android, and web development.... Show more

Jatinkumar Parmar

Jatinkumar Parmar

Hi 👋🏻! My name is Jatinkumar , and I am a Machine Learning Engineer/Researcher and Data Scientist. Currently, I am working at Researcher as a Technical Specialist in the domains of Full-Stack Development, Cloud Computing, and Machine Learning. I have deep knowledge of Industry 4.0 including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, and Cloud Computing(including GCP & AWS), and over 5 years of experience in this area.

Hi 👋🏻! My name is Jatinkumar , and I am a Machine Learning Engineer/Researcher and Data Scientist. Currently, I am working at Researcher as a Technical Specialist in the domains of Full-Stack Development, Cloud Computing, and Machine Learning. I ha... Show more

Ambarish Ganguly

Ambarish Ganguly

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder Show more

Kate McCullough

Kate McCullough

Harnessing authentic talent and passion to champion mid-life career transitions into a male-dominated workforce and managing the intersection of art & science.

Harnessing authentic talent and passion to champion mid-life career transitions into a male-dominated workforce and managing the intersection of art & science. Show more

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal is a coach, speaker, serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Nayan Leadership

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal is a coach, speaker, serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Nayan Leadership Show more

Rama Nagaraju

Rama Nagaraju

Rama is a senior IT leader with three decades of experience in the banking industry. Rama's primary background is in solutions architecture and software engineering.

An ardent aviation enthusiast, Rama is a certificated flight instructor and enjoys sharing his joy for flying with anyone who cares to listen. He aspires to inspire high school students to take up aviation-related activities to gain a deeper understanding of STEM subjects.

Rama also likes to travel and run. He has had numerous opportunities to combine those interests and has run several marathons around the world.

Rama is a senior IT leader with three decades of experience in the banking industry. Rama's primary background is in solutions architecture and software engineering. An ardent aviation enthusiast, Rama is a certificated flight instructor and enjoy... Show more

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