Travel & Tourism

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

Aanvi Dogra

Aanvi Dogra

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. She takes pride in uplifting her community, especially young students and she does this by volunteer organizations and clubs. In her free time, she enjoys working with kids and fostering a passion for STEM within children, as well as spending time with her family and friends.

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. Sh... Show more

Katrin Rabow

Katrin Rabow

Katrin Rabow started out as a travel agent but then switched to accounting and set up her own company in 2001. She mainly worked with small businesses that needed help with their business software. In 2015, she started studying business information systems at Technische Universität Darmstadt. Since finishing her Master's degree, she has worked on various projects as a business analyst, software tester and quality manager.
These days, she splits her time between software projects and payroll. She also speaks at conferences, runs workshops and goes to meetups or (un-)conferences.

Katrin Rabow started out as a travel agent but then switched to accounting and set up her own company in 2001. She mainly worked with small businesses that needed help with their business software. In 2015, she started studying business information s... Show more

Trey Johnson

Trey Johnson

Trey Johnson is a life-long Microsoft Data Platform enthusiast.

Having been involved with Microsoft Data and Analytics technology for 30+ years, starting with SQL Server on OS2/Warp, Trey has held the roles of Executive leader, Advisor, Consultant, Product Owner, Developer and IT team member. For the last 25 years, Trey has been speaking at conferences globally such as PASS, Microsoft Events, VS Live and many others. Trey remains passionate about the Data Community having been involved in the earliest stages of things like SQL Saturday and the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS).

He has spent the last 16 years focused on ERP and CRM customers helping them do more with their data.

Today, he works with upwards of 200 customers a year to help them architect the best path forward on their Data Journey and now gets to do so with Microsoft Fabric!

When not focused on Data & Analytics, Trey spends his spare time restoring classic Porsche motorcars and boats from his home base in Florida, USA!

Trey Johnson is a life-long Microsoft Data Platform enthusiast. Having been involved with Microsoft Data and Analytics technology for 30+ years, starting with SQL Server on OS2/Warp, Trey has held the roles of Executive leader, Advisor, Consult... Show more

Veronica Annor

Veronica Annor

Veronica Annor is a Principal Energy Consultant and Data Science Consultant with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Data Analytics (BSc) and a Master’s in Data Science. She applies advanced analytics, machine learning, and generative AI to solve complex challenges across energy, utilities, transport, and aviation, building automated systems and innovative products for market and government clients.
Beyond her technical work, Veronica is deeply committed to mentorship and education. She serves as a Mentorship Manager at WCAN, supporting career development for young Black female professionals, and runs Veronica’s Data Path, a platform providing insights, resources, and opportunities for early-career talent in data and AI. She also tutors mathematics, helping students build strong analytical foundations and develop problem-solving skills.
Veronica delivers talks and workshops on applied AI, large language models, and AI-driven sustainability, translating complex technical concepts into practical, actionable strategies.
Driven by a belief that technology should be both innovative and equitable, Veronica empowers others to move from being consumers of AI to creators of intelligent, responsible systems. Her work combines technical expertise, mentorship, and advocacy to shape a global pipeline of skilled, confident, and future-ready technologists.

Veronica Annor is a Principal Energy Consultant and Data Science Consultant with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Data Analytics (BSc) and a Master’s in Data Science. She applies advanced analytics, machine learning, and generative AI to solve ... Show more

Piyush Mundra

Piyush Mundra

A seasoned Software Engineer and Cloud-Native Specialist with 15 years of experience, currently working as a Senior Software Engineer at IBM. In recent years, I have been at the forefront of architecting and building a scalable DevSecOps CI/CD platform using IBM Cloud Continuous Delivery, powered by the Tekton framework. This enterprise-grade solution has been instrumental in streamlining software delivery and enhancing security for development teams across IBM Cloud and Software groups.

A seasoned Software Engineer and Cloud-Native Specialist with 15 years of experience, currently working as a Senior Software Engineer at IBM. In recent years, I have been at the forefront of architecting and building a scalable DevSecOps CI/CD platfo... Show more

Calvin Amevienku

Calvin Amevienku

Calvin is believes in thinking globally but acting locally to make impact. He's a Mapillary enthusiast, amateur drone pilot and known as a mentor among the YouthMappers Ghana community, attended the YouthMappers Leadership Summit, Jamaica 2023

Calvin is believes in thinking globally but acting locally to make impact. He's a Mapillary enthusiast, amateur drone pilot and known as a mentor among the YouthMappers Ghana community, attended the YouthMappers Leadership Summit, Jamaica 2023 Show more

Luis Fernandez

Luis Fernandez

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped his combined expertise in technical and business realms.

Over the past 20 years, Fernandez has overseen more than 250 projects across four continents and 25 countries, delivering technical solutions in content, commerce, mobile, and martech for some of the world’s most renowned companies. From writing code as a developer and designing systems as an architect to training teams, serving as a CTO, advising global enterprises, defining product roadmaps, and developing marketing strategies, he has taken on nearly every role in technology and digital innovation.

Fernandez has led multicultural teams of managers, content experts, engineers, strategists, and architects (he is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English). His professional mission is to constantly close the gap between business vision and technical execution. His work in media, retail, banking, hospitality, telecoms, and technology has given him a comprehensive view of the possibilities and challenges businesses face in the digital age.

Currently serving as Executive Director of Technology in VML, Fernandez is focused on the future of content, marketing, and automation platforms, investigating how companies can produce, distribute, and profit from emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, composable architectures, and data-driven personalization.

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped ... Show more

Maurice Allen

Maurice Allen

Maurice Allen is a world-class professional athlete, motivational speaker, and high-performance mindset strategist who inspires audiences to unlock their full potential through discipline, resilience, and purpose-driven action.

As a World Long Drive Champion, Allen has competed at the highest levels of professional golf, earning global recognition for elite performance under pressure. His journey—from overcoming personal and professional adversity to becoming one of the longest hitters in the world—serves as a powerful case study in perseverance, mental toughness, and execution at scale.

Beyond athletics, Maurice translates the principles of elite competition into practical frameworks for leadership, sales performance, personal accountability, and peak execution. His keynotes blend compelling storytelling with actionable strategies drawn from professional sports, business development, and real-world life experience.

Known for his authenticity and ability to connect across generations, Allen has spoken to corporations, military installations, schools, faith-based organizations, and community groups, delivering messages that resonate long after the event ends. His talks challenge audiences to reframe setbacks, embrace mentorship, and commit to excellence—on and off the field.

Maurice Allen does not simply motivate; he equips individuals and organizations with the mindset and tools required to perform when it matters most.

Maurice Allen is a world-class professional athlete, motivational speaker, and high-performance mindset strategist who inspires audiences to unlock their full potential through discipline, resilience, and purpose-driven action. As a World Long Dri... Show more

Shubham Purwar

Shubham Purwar

Shubham Purwar is an AWS Analytics Specialist Solution Architect. He helps organizations unlock the full potential of their data by designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance analytics solutions on the AWS platform. With deep expertise in AWS analytics services, he collaborates with customers to uncover their distinct business requirements and create customized solutions that deliver actionable insights and drive business growth.

Shubham Purwar is an AWS Analytics Specialist Solution Architect. He helps organizations unlock the full potential of their data by designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance analytics solutions on the AWS platform. With deep e... Show more

Gina Cairney

Gina Cairney

Gina Cairney is a content designer, strategist, and writer with over a decade of experience making people click on things. Gina is a lead content designer at Cvent, leading initiatives that help build the UX content design team. When they aren’t writing, you can find them reading, painting, or walking around NYC with a little camera.

Gina Cairney is a content designer, strategist, and writer with over a decade of experience making people click on things. Gina is a lead content designer at Cvent, leading initiatives that help build the UX content design team. When they aren’t writ... Show more

Stefano Magni

Stefano Magni

I'm Stefano Magni, a Senior Front-end Engineer, an expert with React and TypeScript (also on Enterprise apps), and proficient with all the web technologies thanks to a wide range of experience in the field.

- I'm used to working with huge codebases, dealing with a lot of technical debt, and removing the one that causes friction
- I wore many caps (Senior Front-end Engineer, Team Leader, Tech Leader in a Platform team) dealing with all the aspects of the whole software development lifecycle
- I often teach Front-end Testing best practices, I speak at conferences, I write articles
- I'm positive-minded, I foster dialogue, I communicate a lot, I give a lot of feedback, I mentor and help people get better, I solve technical and communication problems, I'm used to working remotely
- I have extensive Product development experience in different companies (a large OSS startup, a large B2B established company, a bitcoin startup, and more), and I previously worked for a long time in an innovative web agency
- I love my work, and I stay updated with the latest trends and news, but I carefully evaluate the context of the product/team/codebase instead of using technology for the sake

You can find more in this all-contributions GitHub README
https://github.com/NoriSte/all-my-contributions

I'm Stefano Magni, a Senior Front-end Engineer, an expert with React and TypeScript (also on Enterprise apps), and proficient with all the web technologies thanks to a wide range of experience in the field. - I'm used to working with huge codebase... Show more

Moiz Lokhandwala

Moiz Lokhandwala

I started my career as a software developer, working hands-on with .NET and building scalable applications. Over the years, I grew into senior and team lead roles, where I gained experience guiding teams, mentoring developers, and delivering solutions in complex projects. My journey then took me into architecture, where I focused on designing systems that balanced technical excellence with business needs. Most recently, I stepped into the role of Assistant Product Owner, expanding my perspective beyond engineering and into product strategy, customer value, and business impact.

This journey has given me a well-rounded view of technology, from writing code, to leading teams, to shaping products, which I bring into every project I work on.

I started my career as a software developer, working hands-on with .NET and building scalable applications. Over the years, I grew into senior and team lead roles, where I gained experience guiding teams, mentoring developers, and delivering solution... Show more

Luka Pancirov

Luka Pancirov

I've been coding for over a decade and started working with Vue.js back when it was still in beta. Throughout my career, I’ve worked across both backend and frontend, but for the last seven years, my passion has been frontend development, with a strong focus on the Vue ecosystem.

I’ve built enterprise solutions in sailing, pharmaceuticals, and insurance, taking on different roles; working solo, collaborating as part of a team, and leading teams to deliver complex projects. I enjoy solving challenging technical problems, optimizing performance, and creating seamless user experiences.

Now, I’m a senior engineer at SpaceInch, building a large-scale fintech project for a 12-figure client. I’m always excited to explore new technologies, improve development workflows, and push the boundaries of modern web applications.

I've been coding for over a decade and started working with Vue.js back when it was still in beta. Throughout my career, I’ve worked across both backend and frontend, but for the last seven years, my passion has been frontend development, with a stro... Show more

Paritoshik Paul

Paritoshik Paul

• A passionate and free mind person can adapt the things in every possible situation.
• Would like to indulge in the social activities to promote the community.
• Motivated from the experience gained and keeps a motivating spirit in the team while achieving respective goals.
• A quick leaner and receptive enough to adapt new trends.
• Always keep responsibilities to the outmost priority and well organised.
• Love Adventure and daring sports.
• Sense of music, most importantly to enjoy the rhythm of life.

• A passionate and free mind person can adapt the things in every possible situation. • Would like to indulge in the social activities to promote the community. • Motivated from the experience gained and keeps a motivating spirit in the team while ... Show more

Nishant Gupta

Nishant Gupta

I’m a software engineering lead passionate about building reliable, scalable, and intelligent infrastructure that powers the next generation of agentic workflows. With deep expertise spanning large-scale distributed systems, agentic infrastructure, systems architecture, and operational resilience, I focus on solving the hardest problems at the intersection of systems, AI, and real-world execution - where theory meets engineering tradeoffs.

I think deeply about how distributed services communicate, self-coordinate, and act with reliability under ambiguity. My work is rooted in understanding latency, correctness, failure modes, and semantic interoperability - not just performance on benchmarks, but real-­world outcomes that matter in production. I’ve led teams and initiatives that:

- Architect complex distributed platforms that serve high-availability workloads at scale
- Design agentic systems and frameworks that enable coordinated autonomous behavior across services and models
- Build operationally robust infrastructure with strong observability, fault tolerance, and graceful degradation
- Translate cutting-edge research into developer-ready systems and patterns

I also built the next-generation of elastic compute infrastructure to increase overall fleet utilization responsible for managing ~30% of Meta’s capacity (millions of servers) across ~20 geo-distributed datacenters saving billions of dollars in Capex. This involved partnering with VPs across Ads/Whatsapp/IG/Finance/Infra to set multi-year roadmap and strategy for increasing fleet-wide efficiency. In the past, I have worked at Informatica as a Senior Software Engineer in the `Services Platform` team where I was responsible for architecting and developing enterprise-scale tooling to provide predictive insights across various ETL engines.
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I graduated from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), with a Master's in Computer Science in December 2019. At UCLA, my focus area was on building scalable distributed systems leveraging Machine Learning.

I write and speak about the practical realities of agentic workflows, distributed coordination, and systems architecture - demystifying how to engineer autonomous behavior while managing uncertainty, failure, and evolving constraints.

I’m a software engineering lead passionate about building reliable, scalable, and intelligent infrastructure that powers the next generation of agentic workflows. With deep expertise spanning large-scale distributed systems, agentic infrastructure, s... Show more

Brian Randell

Brian Randell

Brian A. Randell is a Staff Developer Advocate at GitHub where he works to ensure GitHub can help everyon deliver solutions faster and more securely. For more than 30 years, he has been building software solutions. As a Partner at MCW Technologies, he educated teams on Microsoft technologies via writing and training—both in-person and on-demand. He’s been a consultant for companies small and large, worldwide, including Fortune 100 companies like Microsoft. Brian is a passionate software craftsman who still enjoys coding as he helps teams to improve their processes from idea to release. He was a Microsoft MVP for 18 years and has co-authored books, written magazine articles, and more. When not working, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife, two children, dog, and extended family.

Brian A. Randell is a Staff Developer Advocate at GitHub where he works to ensure GitHub can help everyon deliver solutions faster and more securely. For more than 30 years, he has been building software solutions. As a Partner at MCW Technologies, h... Show more

Will Huggins

Will Huggins

I lead a specialist Drupal agency and am actively involved in the Drupal Community which includes my roles as a director of the Drupal England & Wales Association (DEW).

I lead a specialist Drupal agency and am actively involved in the Drupal Community which includes my roles as a director of the Drupal England & Wales Association (DEW). Show more

Andrea Iacono

Andrea Iacono

Andrea is a software engineer with a broad experience in several industries ranging from e-commerce to industrial automation, from public administration to Web TV / music. His interests are in algorithms, data and AI.

Andrea is a software engineer with a broad experience in several industries ranging from e-commerce to industrial automation, from public administration to Web TV / music. His interests are in algorithms, data and AI. Show more

Temitope Akinmegha

Temitope Akinmegha

I’m a fullstack software engineer with a strong focus on frontend engineering and a passion for building fast, user-friendly applications. With 6 years of experience working on scalable web projects across both frontend and backend, I’ve helped teams improve performance, optimize codebases, and deliver smooth, reliable user experiences.

My expertise includes architecting frontend applications, building robust APi's and fine-tuning performance for production-grade apps. I’m particularly interested in how great frontend performance impacts user satisfaction and business outcomes.

I’m a fullstack software engineer with a strong focus on frontend engineering and a passion for building fast, user-friendly applications. With 6 years of experience working on scalable web projects across both frontend and backend, I’ve helped teams... Show more

Brandon Schmittling

Brandon Schmittling

Brandon Schmittling is a UX and design leader based in Washington, D.C., with deep expertise in government technology, information architecture, and digital transformation. He recently completed two years with Taoti Creative, Washington, D.C.’s top agency specializing in user-centered product, web, and service design for major associations and U.S. government organizations. At Taoti, Brandon rebuilt and leads the UX discipline — introducing new processes, deploying AI-driven tools to accelerate insight and ideation, and partnering closely with the sales team to improve efficiency, increase win rates, and raise overall quality and client satisfaction.

Before joining Taoti, Brandon led the UX discipline for Huge’s global APAC office in Singapore, where he helped establish one of the agency’s most successful and well-regarded teams. He later headed the Global Markets and Product Innovation teams at Tripadvisor, where he directed product and service design for Tripadvisor Plus, the company’s premium subscription product, as well as initiatives for membership, loyalty, and new market growth.

During eight years in Singapore, Brandon built high-performing, collaborative design teams. His mentorship helped launch and advance the careers of designers now leading UX practices at companies such as Grab and DBS. He served as an instructor at General Assembly, training the next generation of UX and product designers through intensive bootcamp programs.

Returning to the United States, Brandon continues to focus on solving complex design challenges and leading multidisciplinary teams that bridge research, interaction design, and business strategy. His recent work on the DC.gov redesign, in partnership with the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO), demonstrates his approach: using research insights and systems thinking to transform fragmented digital environments into cohesive, user-centered experiences.

Brandon is a father, a beef rendang lover, and a cocktail appreciator. Lately, he's enjoying Poolsuite Presents, Steve Coogan, anything by teamLab, and a lot of hard science fiction. He's starting to learn Italian and is always up for a museum trip or bike ride.

Brandon Schmittling is a UX and design leader based in Washington, D.C., with deep expertise in government technology, information architecture, and digital transformation. He recently completed two years with Taoti Creative, Washington, D.C.’s top a... Show more

Meredith Martini

Meredith Martini

Meredith Martini is the owner and creative force behind PlayWorks Group. With over 30 years planning, designing and facilitating, her passion for designing unique learning environments only continues to grow.

She began her career as a researcher and consultant at Deloitte and Touche and later began developing her skills at creating and executing programs and events at a wide variety of different organizations and facilities. She received her master’s degree from the College of Education at Georgia State University, focusing on group and play dynamics.

In 2002, Meredith launched PlayWorks Group, a niche planning firm, focusing on organizations’ interactive meeting design and team event needs.

Meredith is a graduate of the Disney Institute of Leadership Excellence and is a long standing member of Meeting Professionals International Georgia Chapter, serving eight years on the Board of Directors, including a term as President. She’s received both the Lifetime Achievement and President’s Awards from the organization.

Meredith has spoken at international conferences, corporate retreats, and industry workshops. Her audiences range from Fortune 500 companies to non-profit organizations, consistently praising her interactive style and ready to implement strategies. She has been a panelist, speaker and facilitator for a variety of organizations including Chick-fil-A, Philips Healthcare, Home Depot, Deloitte, New York City Schools, Mechanical Contracting Association, Novo Nordisk, Fulton County Schools, Dow-Dupont, Medical Association of Georgia, Technology Association of Georgia, Meeting Professionals International, Cvent and many others.

Meredith has been married for 21 years, has two daughters and a rescue dog. She is a avid volunteer and loves to garden.

Meredith Martini is the owner and creative force behind PlayWorks Group. With over 30 years planning, designing and facilitating, her passion for designing unique learning environments only continues to grow. She began her career as a researcher a... Show more

Shaikh Niamatullah

Shaikh Niamatullah

I’m a Technology Lead at Infosys with a strong focus on Angular and AI-driven frontend solutions. I’m passionate about building scalable, high-performing web applications and integrating Generative AI to enhance developer workflows and user experience.

As part of the ngIndia and NgPune communities, I actively engage with developers through events and discussions, sharing insights on modern frontend architectures and best practices. I’ve also been a speaker at two Angular community events, presenting topics on AI integration, Angular scalability, and real-world architecture patterns.

My expertise spans Angular, Node.js, FastAPI, and MongoDB, with a strong emphasis on creating intelligent, end-to-end solutions powered by AI.

When I’m not coding, I enjoy exploring new AI frameworks, mentoring developers, and contributing to the growing Angular ecosystem in India.

I’m a Technology Lead at Infosys with a strong focus on Angular and AI-driven frontend solutions. I’m passionate about building scalable, high-performing web applications and integrating Generative AI to enhance developer workflows and user experienc... Show more

Amol Agrawal

Amol Agrawal

Amol Omprakash Agrawal is a multi-award-winning educator, AI mentor, and edupreneur with 10+ years of experience spanning student mentorship, skill training, and startup leadership. As the Director of T.I.M.E. Pvt Ltd (Akola) and the visionary behind Shiksha Sahyog, PhD Café & Restro, and Disha Yatra – A Skill Initiative, Amol has trained over 11,500+ students, delivered 90+ expert sessions, and organized impactful outreach in both urban and rural India.

He specializes in AI for Education & Career Counselling, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Azure AI tools, and has built a niche in using emerging technologies to boost learning, mentoring, and productivity. Amol is also a certified career counsellor with iDream Career, a mentor at WE Hub (Govt. of Telangana), MentorX, and a Startup World Cup advisor, guiding youth, women entrepreneurs, and early-stage ventures globally.

A recipient of the AICTE Leadership Excellence Award, Amol has been a speaker at prestigious forums such as the Capital Networking Conference (MAX POG 2025) and Jagriti Yatra 2024, where he spoke on “AI for Nation Building.” He’s also featured on podcasts, national webinars, and mentored hundreds of underprivileged students through leadership and soft skills programs.

Currently pursuing his PhD, and with academic credentials in MBA, LLB, and D.Pharm, Amol blends technology, education, and purpose-led impact—making him a sought-after voice in AI-powered education, youth skilling, and entrepreneurial innovation.

Amol Omprakash Agrawal is a multi-award-winning educator, AI mentor, and edupreneur with 10+ years of experience spanning student mentorship, skill training, and startup leadership. As the Director of T.I.M.E. Pvt Ltd (Akola) and the visionary behind... Show more

Arun Ramaswamy

Arun Ramaswamy

He is a Lead Consultant in ATOS and has more than 13+ years experience in software development. He also has around 10 years of onsite client facing role for large Financial service company. In APAC region. He is a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and also is certified in Azure, AWS, Python, and Scrum and has good grasp of Azure Administration and security, and Database technologies. He has also conducted several FDPs, STP, and knowledge sharing sessions at various levels in the organisation.

He is a Lead Consultant in ATOS and has more than 13+ years experience in software development. He also has around 10 years of onsite client facing role for large Financial service company. In APAC region. He is a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) an... Show more

Subba Bachina

Subba Bachina

Security Architect and Penetration Testing team lead for AI product security review program for Lenovo's hardware, software, and services products

Security Architect and Penetration Testing team lead for AI product security review program for Lenovo's hardware, software, and services products Show more

Asmita Khuspe

Asmita Khuspe

Asmita Khuspe is a Platform Engineer at NCS/Optus with 2+ years of multi-cloud experience in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. She is an active community contributor and speaker at AWS Community Days, Google Cloud Community Meetups, DevFest, CNCF events, and AI DevCon. Passionate about making complex cloud concepts simple, she uses real-life analogies to teach platform engineering, security, and AI-driven workflows.

Asmita Khuspe is a Platform Engineer at NCS/Optus with 2+ years of multi-cloud experience in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. She is an active community contributor and speaker at AWS Community Days, Google Cloud Community Meetups, DevFest, CNCF events,... Show more

Hitesh Subnani

Hitesh Subnani

Hitesh Subnani is a Solutions Architect at AWS with specialized expertise in Search, Analytics, and Data Warehouse technologies. With a comprehensive background in data engineering and architecture, he brings a wealth of technical knowledge to complex cloud infrastructure challenges. He has spoken at many conferences, both in-person and virtually.

Hitesh Subnani is a Solutions Architect at AWS with specialized expertise in Search, Analytics, and Data Warehouse technologies. With a comprehensive background in data engineering and architecture, he brings a wealth of technical knowledge to comple... Show more

Thelma Dike

Thelma Dike

Thelma is a Senior Product Designer and aspiring Tech Operator with a reputation for solving hard problems in high-stakes environments. Her expertise lies in translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences.

Her career spans the African FinTech landscape, including work with Flutterwave and Chipper Cash, where she focused on product growth and user retention. Beyond FinTech, Thelma has carved a niche in technical consulting for complex systems. She served as a design consultant for Apple, redesigning legacy applications for battery engineers, and collaborated with Verizon R&D (in partnership with Nvidia) on the user experience for AI infrastructure in media.

Passionate about the future of tech, she recently returned to the classroom to teach AI in secondary schools and is authoring a book on Artificial Intelligence for teenagers. She is currently documenting her career pivot from craft-focused design to operational leadership.

Thelma is a Senior Product Designer and aspiring Tech Operator with a reputation for solving hard problems in high-stakes environments. Her expertise lies in translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences. Her career sp... Show more

Lisa Glenn

Lisa Glenn

Lisa Glenn is a Business Architect and IT Integration Consultant who helps operations‑intensive organizations de‑risk major tech initiatives by diagnosing how work actually happens across people, systems, handoffs, and data. With 20+ years of experience consulting at companies like Alaska Airlines, Starbucks, T‑Mobile, and Microsoft, she specializes in end‑to‑end process discovery, launch readiness, and in‑flight project recovery, giving leaders clear, practical roadmaps before problems become expensive.

Lisa Glenn is a Business Architect and IT Integration Consultant who helps operations‑intensive organizations de‑risk major tech initiatives by diagnosing how work actually happens across people, systems, handoffs, and data. With 20+ years of experie... Show more

Ben Gadd

Ben Gadd

Ben Gadd serves as Senior Director of Engineering at Boostlingo, where he oversees several development teams and drives operational excellence, and AI-forward initiatives. With a career rooted in IT operations and platform engineering, Ben has a reputation for direct, no-fluff leadership respecting how things have always worked, yet pushing smart innovation and change when the old ways no longer suffice.

Whether it’s operationalizing ideas, architecting teams for scale or guiding teams through transformation without losing their soul...Ben brings clarity, common sense, execution focus and a strong sense of craft. He speaks on topics including engineering leadership in scaling SaaS, practical planning, release excellence, and how to build tech organizations that last.

He understands that people, process and technology must work in concert: setting the guardrails of discipline, while enabling creativity and speed. He’s deeply committed to building both robust platforms and strong engineering cultures that thrive during rapid growth.

If you’re looking for a speaker who tells it like it is, brings hard lessons learned from the trenches, and gives actionable takeaways, Ben's your guy

Ben Gadd serves as Senior Director of Engineering at Boostlingo, where he oversees several development teams and drives operational excellence, and AI-forward initiatives. With a career rooted in IT operations and platform engineering, Ben has a repu... Show more

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