Hans, originally from the Netherlands and now based in Miami, holds an MBA from Erasmus University Rotterdam and an MA in Brand Management. He's the author of the bestseller, "The Why Whisperer: How to Motivate and Align Teams That Get Your Strategy Done," an insightful guide for leaders aiming to build engaged teams for exceptional results and double-digit growth. Early in his career, Hans held various roles in Brand Activation, Development, Sales, and Innovation Management at leading Packaged Consumer Goods companies including Kimberly-Clark and Sara Lee. In 2008, he combined his passion for adventure travel with commercial management as Managing Director of Sawadee Reizen in Amsterdam. In 2010, Hans moved to Toronto, becoming President and CEO of Quark Expeditions, a polar cruise company. Under his leadership, the company was featured as a “best in class” business case in David Meerman Scott’s book The New Rules of Sales & Service. In 2015, Hans oversaw all adventure brands within TUI Travel, a portfolio successfully sold in 2017. Following this, he served as CEO and President of Victory Cruise Lines, a boutique luxury cruise startup, which was also sold in 2019. Most recently, Hans was President of International Businesses at Albatros Travel, managing brands such as Albatros Expeditions and Albatros Arctic Circle, and held a Senior Vice President position at Four Seasons. Hans now leads his own consultancy, Flying Dutchman Consultancy, specializing in strategic and commercial growth challenges. With experience living and working in seven countries, he's known for creating exceptional customer experiences. His ventures range from commanding a nuclear icebreaker to the North Pole to organizing marathons in extraordinary locations, including the Great Wall of China, expedition cruises in the Peruvian Amazon, and camping in Antarctica.

Hans, originally from the Netherlands and now based in Miami, holds an MBA from Erasmus University Rotterdam and an MA in Brand Management. He's the author of the bestseller, "The Why Whisperer: How to Motivate and Align Teams That Get Your Strategy ... Show more

Lisa Schulteis is an international speaker, strategist, and consultant who brings neuroscience to the front lines of business. With a background in neuropsychology and deep expertise in communication, leadership, and experience design, she helps organizations create smarter experiences that build trust, spark engagement, and drive performance.

Lisa is the founder of ElectraLime Marketing and YourEventMarketplace, and serves as Executive Director of the Northwest Event Show. Her work spans Fortune 500 companies, global conferences, and mission-driven organizations, where she applies brain-based strategy to everything from team dynamics and employee experience to audience engagement and learning design.

She specializes in the intersection of neuroscience, behavior, and business outcomes, transforming traditional approaches into experiences that people remember, act on, and talk about.

Lisa Schulteis is an international speaker, strategist, and consultant who brings neuroscience to the front lines of business. With a background in neuropsychology and deep expertise in communication, leadership, and experience design, she helps orga... Show more

As a DevOps Engineer,I specialise in hybrid multi-cloud architecture, infrastructure monitoring with observability. My knowledge lies in building scalable infrastructure designs and automation using Terraform, alongside deep observability mechanisms like LTM, telegraf, grafana & VM stack. I have also been an active community builder and mentor, contributing to AWS, Google Cloud,& Microsoft Azure communities, leading and organising events, workshops, and hackathons to empower developers globally.

As a DevOps Engineer,I specialise in hybrid multi-cloud architecture, infrastructure monitoring with observability. My knowledge lies in building scalable infrastructure designs and automation using Terraform, alongside deep observability mechanisms ... Show more

Commonly described as the boy next door (although next door to whom has never been quite defined), Warren fell in love with SQL when he was accidentally thrust into it after going to see a girl at a tech company. He liked it so he put a ring on it. That was the girl, and as for SQL and Data the affair continues. Warren consults as a Data Engineer for Moyo Business Advisory and is a volunteer Lead for Johannesburg Data Platform. In his spare time he likes Mountain biking, Ice Skating, Offroad 4x4ing and Cleaning up Rivers

Commonly described as the boy next door (although next door to whom has never been quite defined), Warren fell in love with SQL when he was accidentally thrust into it after going to see a girl at a tech company. He liked it so he put a ring on it. T... Show more

Deepshikha Shekhawat is a PMP-certified technology leader and data analytics expert with over 14 years of impactful experience in semiconductors and supply chain management, making her a must-see speaker at Tech Con 365 in Dallas, November 2025. Renowned for her engaging and practical sessions, she has been a main facilitator at high-profile events like UT Girl Day Austin, the Inclusion Summit, and a featured Tableau Speaker at UT-Dallas, where she inspired diverse audiences with data-driven strategies for innovation.
Her technical expertise in SQL, Microsoft 365, Copilot, Tableau, and Power BI, paired with strategic leadership, has influenced C-suite executives globally. Deepshikha trained thousands of supply chain professionals at Applied Materials, enhancing decision-making efficiency, and mentored new hire engineers at Applied Materials, driving an exponential increase in brand awareness of AMAT. As a technical Subject Matter Expert, she has shaped industry standards by publishing macro-economic newsletters with latest trends and judged a portfolio of events including, but not limited to, Technovation Girls, IEEE conferences, SWE's Emerging Leader scholarships, etc. impacting 500+ young STEM innovators. Her leadership as WPDN Chair for the Austin Chapter empowered 2,000+ professionals, making her a champion of inclusion in tech and semiconductor world. With a master’s in information technology from UT-Dallas, Deepshikha delivers actionable insights on leveraging data for operational excellence, perfectly aligning with Tech Con 365’s focus on cutting-edge technology solutions.

Deepshikha Shekhawat is a PMP-certified technology leader and data analytics expert with over 14 years of impactful experience in semiconductors and supply chain management, making her a must-see speaker at Tech Con 365 in Dallas, November 2025. Reno... Show more

Michelle Sahar is a dedicated cybersecurity policy specialist with extensive experience developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies. She provides expert consulting to clients, focusing on governance, AI, IoT/IT, and cloud security regulations. Her role involves crafting client-centered recommendations aligned with evolving regulatory landscapes and enhancing client partnerships with U.S. government agencies. In addition to her policy expertise, Michelle is a speaker and recently spoke at CES 2025, where she addressed key challenges in cybersecurity for smart cities.

Previously, Michelle operated at Independent Diplomat and supported efforts focused on global cybersecurity resilience by delivering strategic technology management solutions and conducting research for U.N. cyber working groups. Her work included advising developing states on cyber policy and enhancing international ICT and cybersecurity collaborations. As a Project Manager at the Israel National Cyber Directorate, Michelle addressed unemployment challenges in the cyber sector and led an international comparative research study on cyber regulations, resulting in a strategic shift in defining cyber roles and promoting cyber education.

Michelle holds a Master of International Affairs in Cybersecurity Policy and Innovation from Columbia University and a BA in Government from Reichman University. Her military background in the Israeli military, academic contributions at Reichman University, and UN work on cybersecurity matters further demonstrate her commitment and expertise in the field. She remains actively involved in the cybersecurity community through her work with non-profit organizations and professional associations, continually striving to advance cybersecurity and AI practices and policies.

Michelle Sahar is a dedicated cybersecurity policy specialist with extensive experience developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies. She provides expert consulting to clients, focusing on governance, AI, IoT/IT, and cloud security regulation... Show more

Android Engineer with more than 12 years of experience, Google Developer Expert for Android, mentor at Google for Startups Brazil and creator of Android Dev BR - the biggest Brazilian Android community out there!

Android Engineer with more than 12 years of experience, Google Developer Expert for Android, mentor at Google for Startups Brazil and creator of Android Dev BR - the biggest Brazilian Android community out there! Show more

Stephanie is a Forbes-featured author of the best-selling networking book, Confident Introvert and host of the podcast/event series, redefining what it means to be successful with less hustle and more fun, meaning and wellness, Holistic Ambition. Stephanie has helped thousands of people celebrate their strengths, step into their authentic confidence, and make meaningful connections through building out community over 1k in-person events at organizations like YPOSF, speaking at places like Harvard University, years behind-the-scenes at TEDx, and 1:1 coaching.

Stephanie is a Forbes-featured author of the best-selling networking book, Confident Introvert and host of the podcast/event series, redefining what it means to be successful with less hustle and more fun, meaning and wellness, Holistic Ambition. Ste... Show more

Quiana Berry is an international speaker, AI ethics advocate, and community builder with a background in anthropology and technology. With years of experience driving innovation in product development at Red Hat/IBM, she has worked across open-source communities, large enterprises, and tech ecosystems to ensure that agility leads to responsible and inclusive innovation.

Passionate about the intersection of AI, ethics, and diversity, Quiana has spoken at major conferences worldwide, including Open Source Summit and Linux Foundation events, sharing insights on ethical AI, inclusive Agile practices, and career growth in tech. She specializes in helping organizations navigate the challenges of Agile adoption, ensuring that Agile isn’t just about speed, but also sustainability, accessibility, and equity in tech.

Through her work, Quiana empowers organizations to break barriers, integrate ethical development, and embrace agility as a tool for driving innovation and inclusion.

Quiana Berry is an international speaker, AI ethics advocate, and community builder with a background in anthropology and technology. With years of experience driving innovation in product development at Red Hat/IBM, she has worked across open-source... Show more

An eternal learner and futurist. Lover of travel and discussions about all things related to technology and communication. Engaging in writing, speaking, and advocating for a quality culture and sustainable development. She can be found on the sky app, linkedin and substack @melthetechie

An eternal learner and futurist. Lover of travel and discussions about all things related to technology and communication. Engaging in writing, speaking, and advocating for a quality culture and sustainable development. She can be found on the sky ap... Show more

Vaibhav Chopra brings 15 years of experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, and SRE. As an agile leader and DevOps technologist, he’s passionate about innovation and community engagement—whether it’s speaking at conferences or sharing insights through his blog. Currently, he leads the Platform Engineering Compute delivery unit at Expedia from India, driving excellence and operational efficiency at scale.

Vaibhav Chopra brings 15 years of experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, and SRE. As an agile leader and DevOps technologist, he’s passionate about innovation and community engagement—whether it’s speaking at conferences or sharing insights thro... Show more

Mit über 20 Jahren Führungserfahrung in Top-Unternehmen kombiniere ich Business, Produktmanagement und IT-Expertise zu praxisnaher Beratung – immer auf Augenhöhe

Was mich auszeichnet
Verständnis für Führung: Ich spreche die Sprache von IT, Business und Strategie und kenne die Dynamiken von Startups, Mittelstand und Konzernen.
Strategischer Brückenbauer: Wo Zusammenarbeit stockt, setze ich an und schaffe verbindende Lösungen.
Schnelle Empathie & frischer Humor: Meine Kunden schätzen, wie rasch ich Empathie entwickle und mit überraschenden Perspektivwechseln Impulse gebe.

Mit über 20 Jahren Führungserfahrung in Top-Unternehmen kombiniere ich Business, Produktmanagement und IT-Expertise zu praxisnaher Beratung – immer auf Augenhöhe Was mich auszeichnet Verständnis für Führung: Ich spreche die Sprache von IT, Busine... Show more

Driven by a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges, I've spent the last 8 years as a DevOps Engineer, specialising in workflow automation and pipeline optimisation. I believe Flyte is a game-changer for building scalable and reliable data and ML solutions. At KubeCon 2025 India, I'll demonstrate how Flyte can help you overcome common DevOps hurdles and accelerate your development cycles.

Driven by a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges, I've spent the last 8 years as a DevOps Engineer, specialising in workflow automation and pipeline optimisation. I believe Flyte is a game-changer for building scalable and reliable d... Show more

Ramses "Rams" Meijer has demonstrated a profound capability to lead large-scale operations across the fintech and travel sectors, deftly managing extensive aspects of online technology, including product management, marketing, sales, analytics, and more. His expertise in guiding geographically dispersed teams toward rapid optimizations and strategic growth has made him a distinguished figure in these industries. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish WerkMagic in North Carolina, a full-service company specializing in property management, marketing, and consulting for short-term rental properties. As the CEO, his comprehensive understanding of sales, marketing strategies, and organizational leadership is propelling the company toward significant growth.

Before founding WerkMagic, Meijer built a robust career in hotel sales and marketing, spanning 14 years and including pivotal roles at prominent hotels such as the InterContinental in D.C. and Chicago, Omni Hotels in Dallas, and The Langham in Chicago. His extensive experience in this field is backed by a solid educational foundation from NHL Stenden Hotel Management School in The Netherlands, enhanced by a prestigious full-year internship at the Ritz-Carlton Company in the United States, where he earned multiple accolades for his performance.

Ramses, originally from Doetinchem, The Netherlands, is a polyglot fluent in English, Dutch, and German. He has lived in diverse cities across Europe and the USA, including Leeuwarden, Atlanta, Washington, DC, and currently Charlotte. He shares his life with his wife, April, their daughter, Maxime, and their two dogs, Riley and Remy. Actively involved in his daughter's academic and athletic activities, he coaches her YMCA volleyball and soccer teams, illustrating his commitment to family and community.

The Meijer family enjoys a dynamic and adventurous lifestyle, embracing travel and the great outdoors, with particular enjoyment in exploring the Carolina Mountains and annual skiing trips in Utah and Colorado. He is passionate about sports; having played soccer until his thirties, he then shifted to marathon running and triathlons, completing notable races such as the Chicago and Las Vegas marathons and the Louisville Ironman. Recently, he has taken up tennis and pickleball, participating in local leagues in Charlotte.

When he's not engaged in sports or spending quality time with family, Ramses Meijer indulges in DIY projects around the house. His recent projects include constructing a large composite deck, a yard fence, and various home improvements, showcasing his knack for hands-on tasks. Beyond personal and professional pursuits, he and his family are devoted to community service, actively volunteering and supporting local charities and initiatives, which reflects their deep commitment to contributing positively to society.

Ramses "Rams" Meijer has demonstrated a profound capability to lead large-scale operations across the fintech and travel sectors, deftly managing extensive aspects of online technology, including product management, marketing, sales, analytics, and m... Show more

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and strategist, Ann has championed space advocacy since 2014, expanding her impact globally through Antarexxa since 2020. Under her leadership, the company has delivered space education programs virtually to participants across 76 countries and 67 cities in Indonesia, inspiring youth, educators, and professionals to cultivate interest in the New Space economy and pursue careers in the growing space industry; most importantly to leverage space technology to improve quality of life on Earth and address global challenges.

With over a decade of experience in marketing and communication, strategic international business development, government relations, and multi-stakeholder project coordination, Ann brings a unique blend of expertise to the space sector. Her work spans industries such as infrastructure, education, cybersecurity, aerospace and defense, renewable energy, biotechnology, and environmental conservation, with a proven track record in intergovernmental and interagency collaboration.

Ann is deeply committed to fostering international collaboration, workforce development, and diversity in STEAM fields, with a focus on empowering local talent in Indonesia and beyond. Her initiatives include international study space tours, championing local teams for international competitions, and connecting Indonesian talents with global opportunities in space exploration and industry. Ann’s vision is to create a future where emerging nations play a pivotal role in shaping the space ecosystem, from Earth to the Moon and beyond.

Currently serving as a NASA Harvard-Smithsonian SciX Lead Ambassador for 2025-2027, her primary role is to promote scientific literacy and encourage academic contributions to space exploration. Ann is also the spokesperson for the recently established Indonesia Space Association, advocating for Indonesia's strategic development as a significant global space player in the near future.

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and str... Show more

Alex Malebranche is a dynamic keynote speaker, founder, and mental health advocate drawing from over a decade worth of tech and military experience. That background provides a unique outlook on how to manage mental health no matter how it presents.
After years at Amazon and Amazon Web Services, globally, Alex made the move into starting his own tech company, PlaneAhead. Though not turning out to be the next Google, Alex successfully raised VC capital as a solo founder and made strides in entrepreneurship before joining GitHub to help launch their company’s first startup program.
His passion as a founder is evident but within that, Alex is driven by creating greater opportunities for underrepresented founders and continuing to push the boundaries of inclusiveness in tech and venture capital.

Alex Malebranche is a dynamic keynote speaker, founder, and mental health advocate drawing from over a decade worth of tech and military experience. That background provides a unique outlook on how to manage mental health no matter how it presents. ... Show more

Stephanie has led digital transformation and change programmes and advised on automation for some of the largest organisations in health and social care. Stephanie worked for Microsoft from 2022-2025. She advises on transformation programmes for the UK national health service (NHS) across citizen health, patient enablement, clinical employee experience, innovation and AI.

She is a true enthusiast of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. With a career deeply rooted in AI transformation, Stephanie has become a well-known voice in the AI community. She loves sharing her insights and making complex topics easy to understand for everyone.

Stephanie's expertise spans a wide range of AI and automation topics, from machine learning to robotic process automation and the ethical considerations of AI. Her knack for breaking down complicated concepts into engaging and relatable content

Stephanie founded several initiatives including Bletchley AI User Group, where she supports and celebrates emerging talents in the AI space.

When she's not on stage, Stephanie enjoys travel, and is actively involved in women in STEM.

Stephanie has led digital transformation and change programmes and advised on automation for some of the largest organisations in health and social care. Stephanie worked for Microsoft from 2022-2025. She advises on transformation programmes for the ... Show more

Miki leads Solution Architecture at Zafran, working closely with customers to align technical solutions with the market's rapidly changing needs. She brings extensive experience leading diverse technical teams - from data analysts to software engineers. Combining deep technical expertise with a passion for leadership development, she focuses on growing both technical excellence and management capabilities in emerging leaders.

Miki leads Solution Architecture at Zafran, working closely with customers to align technical solutions with the market's rapidly changing needs. She brings extensive experience leading diverse technical teams - from data analysts to software enginee... Show more

Eileen is a web and multimedia developer from Toronto who enjoys using emerging technologies to blend the digital with the physical world to create innovative experiences. She works as a Full-Stack UX Developer at Curacity and was a part-time lecturer at Toronto Metropolitan University, teaching creative professionals digital literacy skills and introductory coding.

Eileen actively supports and advocates for women in tech communities. She is an Ambassador for Women Techmakers, a Google Developer program that helps empower leaders to support their communities, especially for women to thrive in tech. She previously served as a Front-End Evangelist for Women Who Code, supporting community members in the front-end track and leading the design team in promoting events and other initiatives.

Eileen is a web and multimedia developer from Toronto who enjoys using emerging technologies to blend the digital with the physical world to create innovative experiences. She works as a Full-Stack UX Developer at Curacity and was a part-time lecture... Show more

I like to share ideas through presentations and writing. If you see something related to technology, I'll probably like it.
I am a software enthusiast, product developer, technical leader, speaker, event organizer, and avid skier.

My main interests are organizations, apps, cloud, electronics and smart devices. I also often read or listen about innovation, computer science, and organizational management.

In my spare time, I (try to) travel, speak at conferences, coach, and work on open-source projects.

I like to share ideas through presentations and writing. If you see something related to technology, I'll probably like it. I am a software enthusiast, product developer, technical leader, speaker, event organizer, and avid skier. My main interes... Show more

I have been in the External Identity and Access Management space since 2020, helping clients architect and implement their Identity solutions and keeping their application secure.

Prior to the identity ecosystem, I was a development consultant in travel and tourism (mainly C#) and a software and database analyst for a training company. My main skillset is around system architecture, identity, C#, and SQL.

Other community contributions include the Azure Technical Contributor Program and Microsoft sponsored Identity discord channel.

I have been in the External Identity and Access Management space since 2020, helping clients architect and implement their Identity solutions and keeping their application secure. Prior to the identity ecosystem, I was a development consultant in... Show more

Hello, I'm Jorge Vargas, a seasoned CTO with a proven record of launching successful products and enhancing user experiences. Over my career, I've led high-performing engineering and product teams that consistently met and exceeded our key objectives, all supported by meticulously defined OKRs. My core focus has always been on fostering cross-team collaboration to maximize efficiency and resource optimization.

My expertise extends to forging robust technological and business partnerships, ensuring the unwavering
reliability of our products. When it comes to technology and platform selection, I excel in finding the sweet spot between complexity and simplicity. I firmly believe that balancing scalability with operational growth is paramount. My holistic approach covers all critical facets of the organization, maintaining a 360-degree vision in all my strategic endeavors.

I'm deeply committed to propelling our company to new heights and staying on the cutting edge of
technological innovation. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate and collectively elevate our
company's success to the next level.

Hello, I'm Jorge Vargas, a seasoned CTO with a proven record of launching successful products and enhancing user experiences. Over my career, I've led high-performing engineering and product teams that consistently met and exceeded our key objectives... Show more

Engineer, architect and hands-on lead with expertise in distributed systems and agile software development.

● Focus on infrastructure architecture, performance, availability, security, and the delivery aspects of applications
● 12+ years in cloud-native software development/operations
● 13 years in real-time market data distribution/ telecommunications/data centre operations
● Experience in the financial services, banking, public safety, logistics, insurance and retail verticals

Engineer, architect and hands-on lead with expertise in distributed systems and agile software development. ● Focus on infrastructure architecture, performance, availability, security, and the delivery aspects of applications ● 12+ years in cloud... Show more

Software developer with 5+ years of experience, specializing in backend development with Django and implementing cross-platform mobile solutions with Flutter. Google Developer Group Lecce Organizer.

Software developer with 5+ years of experience, specializing in backend development with Django and implementing cross-platform mobile solutions with Flutter. Google Developer Group Lecce Organizer. Show more

Especialista en fortalecimiento organizacional integral, con más de 19 años de experiencia en gestión de proyectos de alto impacto empresarial enmarcado en calidad, producción, arquitectura, gobernanza y gestión de datos.
Sólido conocimiento en implementación de Sistemas de Gestión, Control de Riesgos, Auditoría normas ISO (27001-2, 9001, 14001 y 45001), Planificación estratégica, construcción y control de indicadores de desempeño, públicos y privados.
Amplia experiencia en coordinación de equipos de trabajo interdisciplinarios, nacionales e internacionales, modelado y mejora de procesos, PMO, gestión documental y visualización de datos para tomar decisiones.
Realización de pasantías, capacitaciones y relatorias en el ámbito de especialización.
Dentro de los principales logros se encuentran la creación y puesta en marcha del primer Depto. de calidad del INE -Chile, la creación del primer Código de Buenas Prácticas Estadísticas de Chile, reactivación del Sistema Estadístico Regional Valparaíso, ser parte del equipo técnico fundador de consultores en DATAMET, consultora freelance en SEGDA México y CTO en IDÓNEA, primera consultora en Chile en abordar la protección de datos personales desde la perspectiva técnica y legal con un foco interdisciplinario.

Especialista en fortalecimiento organizacional integral, con más de 19 años de experiencia en gestión de proyectos de alto impacto empresarial enmarcado en calidad, producción, arquitectura, gobernanza y gestión de datos. Sólido conocimiento en impl... Show more

Shyam is a highly motivated and results-oriented platform engineer with a passion for building and scaling robust infrastructure solutions. He has 18 years of experience in software development and a deep understanding of Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Cloud Engineering, SRE. Shyam has a proven track record of success in:

• Container Orchestration as a Service for managing Hybrid K8s Clusters
• IaaS provisioning accelerator
• DevOps - Pipeline implementations for IaaS stack applications

Shyam is a highly motivated and results-oriented platform engineer with a passion for building and scaling robust infrastructure solutions. He has 18 years of experience in software development and a deep understanding of Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Cl... Show more

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 14 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. With a strong track record of architecting scalable and efficient systems, Satej has successfully delivered data-driven and ML applied solutions. He's also an author of two programming books named "Building Secure PHP Applications" and "PHP 8 Basics: For Programming and Web Development" with Apress / Springer publications with another one in pipeline.

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 14 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. ... Show more

Miracle is the Co-Founder of Glotale, a company dedicated to helping ambitious individuals achieve their relocation dreams through expert support with the UK Global Talent Visa process. He brings a unique perspective to the table, having transitioned from a non-tech background himself and served as a data coach in the UK's digital upskilling programmes. This experience allows him to deeply understand the challenges faced by professionals navigating the UK digital sector and the Global Talent Visa process.

Miracle is the Co-Founder of Glotale, a company dedicated to helping ambitious individuals achieve their relocation dreams through expert support with the UK Global Talent Visa process. He brings a unique perspective to the table, having transitioned... Show more

Chaitanya Dadi is an accomplished Azure SQL DBA and Microsoft Data Platform DBA with over 10 years of experience in SQL database administration, optimization, and cloud solutions. He is Microsoft Certified in SQL Database Administration and holds a certification as a SAFe 6.0 Practitioner. Chaitanya has a proven track record in managing complex database environments, improving system performance, and ensuring high availability. His expertise spans a wide range of technologies, including SQL Server and Azure cloud solutions, where he has consistently delivered scalable and efficient solutions for various industries.
Chaitanya’s technical skills include deep knowledge of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, such as log shipping, database mirroring, always-on availability groups, and clustering. He has extensive experience in installing, configuring, upgrading, and maintaining SQL Server across various versions (from SQL Server 2005 to SQL Server 2022), ensuring optimal performance and security. Additionally, he is skilled in migrating databases between various platforms, including SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and more. He is proficient in database performance tuning, query optimization, and implementing best practices for database maintenance.
In his current role at National Grid, Chaitanya has demonstrated his ability to reduce costs by optimizing Azure database resources, achieving a 40% reduction in costs through resource optimization and strategic use of auto-scaling. He has been instrumental in migrating mission-critical databases to Azure, ensuring minimal downtime and enhancing system performance by 35%. He has also implemented high availability and disaster recovery solutions using Azure technologies, including Azure Site Recovery and Always On Availability Groups, to ensure business continuity.
Before joining National Grid, Chaitanya worked in various industries, including healthcare, telecom, and insurance, where he contributed significantly to database performance improvements, cost savings, and the successful migration of on-premises databases to the cloud. At UP Health System, for example, he consolidated over 100 SQL servers, reducing licensing costs and improving the performance of critical healthcare applications. His experience also includes working with large-scale databases (up to 10 TB) and implementing Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) for securing sensitive data.
Chaitanya’s technical expertise is complemented by his strong problem-solving skills, leadership in automation and process optimization, and his ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. His hands-on experience in database migrations, security, backup, and disaster recovery strategies, along with his extensive use of Azure cloud services, makes him a highly valuable asset to any organization looking to improve database performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.

Chaitanya Dadi is an accomplished Azure SQL DBA and Microsoft Data Platform DBA with over 10 years of experience in SQL database administration, optimization, and cloud solutions. He is Microsoft Certified in SQL Database Administration and holds a c... Show more

Victoria Nduka is an evolving creative with diverse interests. In her relatively short career, she’s brewed beer as a supply chain management intern at Nigerian Breweries, designed digital experiences as a UX designer, and is now exploring cloud engineering—because why not?

Victoria dreams of traveling the world, and maybe even finishing that one crochet project she abandoned. Until then, she’s making an impact from her little corner of the world, through writing, speaking, and volunteering.

Victoria Nduka is an evolving creative with diverse interests. In her relatively short career, she’s brewed beer as a supply chain management intern at Nigerian Breweries, designed digital experiences as a UX designer, and is now exploring cloud engi... Show more