Devang is a Senior Full Stack Developer with 7+ Years of hands-on experience in Analysis, Development, and Implementation with solid Programming expertise in - Java, Golang, Node.js, C#, Perl, Javascript, Typescript, ReactJs, Angular, PHP, C/C++, Python, Microservices and Distributed Services along with System Design and Object-Oriented Methodologies with a demonstrated history of working in the Internet Industry.

Devang is a Senior Full Stack Developer with 7+ Years of hands-on experience in Analysis, Development, and Implementation with solid Programming expertise in - Java, Golang, Node.js, C#, Perl, Javascript, Typescript, ReactJs, Angular, PHP, C/C++, Pyt... Show more

Shivji Kumar Jha is a Staff Engineer at Nutanix, where he leads the charter for analytics, time-series, and streaming platforms across cloud and on-prem environments. He focuses on building scalable ingestion systems and designing high-performance OLAP architectures, with deep hands-on experience extending ClickHouse for production-grade analytics. A contributor to Apache Pulsar, MySQL, and ClickHouse, Shiv approaches distributed systems as a builder—prototyping core components, shaping system design, and driving platform evolution from the ground up.

Beyond engineering, Shiv is an active community leader and speaker. He has delivered 30+ talks at conferences including ApacheCon, KubeCon + CloudNativeCon, and Postgres community events. He also curates deep-tech meetups in Bangalore, bringing together practitioners passionate about databases, streaming systems, and open-source infrastructure

Shivji Kumar Jha is a Staff Engineer at Nutanix, where he leads the charter for analytics, time-series, and streaming platforms across cloud and on-prem environments. He focuses on building scalable ingestion systems and designing high-performance OL... Show more

Samah Alafeef

Founder and CEO of Metanoia Training and Consulting

Project Management Professional and Regional Officer of the International Federation of Global and Green Information and Communication Technology (IFGICT).
Samah Alafeef a computer engineer brought a broad range of technical and data management skills to her extensive work experience. Samah holds a master's degree in Project Management Engineering and a diploma in Humanitarian Logistics and Supply chain. The combination of managerial and technical skills she has in both the Humanitarian and Commercial sectors enabled her to serve as a consultant in various aspects related to management and technology. Samah is a PMP® certified, Risk RMP ® certified, Agile ACP certified, certified Microsoft innovative educator, and certified green IT professional. She is coaching people and organizations to develop their professional images, being agile, and jump to a higher professional level.

Samah Alafeef Founder and CEO of Metanoia Training and Consulting Project Management Professional and Regional Officer of the International Federation of Global and Green Information and Communication Technology (IFGICT). Samah Alafeef a compu... Show more

Mustafa Dayıoğlu is a senior security architect and cloud-native solutions leader with nearly 25 years of experience, specializing in cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and AI-driven security architectures. He began his career at TÜBİTAK, leading national projects in network and information security, compliance, and digital identity. As a director at TÜBİTAK’s National Cyber Security Institute, he managed flagship NATO SPS projects and contributed to national security standards.

Beyond his technical leadership, Mustafa holds a PhD in Business Model Innovation, focusing on the commercialization and large-scale adoption of technology-driven solutions. His research was published in IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management in 2023, underlining his commitment to bridging the gap between innovative engineering and practical business impact.

Today, Mustafa focuses on building open-source, privacy-preserving, and self-improving AI systems on Kubernetes and Kubeflow, with an emphasis on explainable security, federated learning, and compliance (NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, GDPR, HIPAA). His recent work integrates vLLM, GraphRAG, and ONNX to deliver practical, autonomous security pipelines for healthcare, OT, and critical infrastructure.

An active participant in CNCF and Secure AI events, Mustafa’s mission is to enable security and DevSecOps teams to implement interpretable, adaptive, and policy-aware AI defenses in production environments. He is committed to fostering an open-source ecosystem that advances both technical excellence and real-world adoption of cybersecurity intelligence.

Mustafa Dayıoğlu is a senior security architect and cloud-native solutions leader with nearly 25 years of experience, specializing in cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and AI-driven security architectures. He began his career at TÜBİTAK, leading national pro... Show more

Melanie Piorek verfügt über mehr als 15 Jahre Erfahrung im Schaffen von Räumen für Begegnungen. Als Creative Director in der Eventbranche gestaltet sie maßgeschneiderte Erlebnisformate, die Markenwelten emotional aufladen und Vernetzung fördern.
Seit 2021 ist Melanie selbstständig als Creative Director tätig und gründete 2024 gemeinsam mit ihrer Partnerin die FOCCCUS GmbH – ein Unternehmen, das digitale Arbeitswelten durch konzentriertes Gemeinschaftsarbeiten produktiver gestaltet.
Als erfahrene Speakerin teilt Melanie ihr Wissen auf Bühnen der BOE oder des BrandEx sowie in Podcasts (z. B. „alufolieKNISTERT“ oder „What’s Next? – Events im Wandel“). Darüber unterrichtet sie als Dozentin im Studiengang Sport & Event Management an der University of Europe in Berlin.

Melanie Piorek verfügt über mehr als 15 Jahre Erfahrung im Schaffen von Räumen für Begegnungen. Als Creative Director in der Eventbranche gestaltet sie maßgeschneiderte Erlebnisformate, die Markenwelten emotional aufladen und Vernetzung fördern. S... Show more

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

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

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

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

Linux Kernel Developer

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Lalit is an Microsoft Azure MVP,MCT & Author of the “Azure Interview Q & A ” book. He likes to share his knowledge through his blog (https://azure4you.com/ ) & manage and share his technical skills in AzureTalk Community, (https://t.me/azuretalk), BITPro & Azure User Meetup group . He has written a number of articles on Microsoft Azure.

He has changed many lives from his articles and his hands-on training programs and workshops. He is Speaker and delivered the session on big platform including MS Global bootcamp, Expert Live India & other events.

Moreover, and to his credit, he has delivered 500+ training sessions to professionals worldwide in Microsoft Azure technologies and other technologies including SCOM, Windows Server. In addition, he provides Instructor-led online training, hands-on workshop.

His technical prowess and capability of exploring new frontiers of technology & imparting them to his aspiring team members are his trademark. His execution is priceless & bringing forth his personal approach will help you realize your dreams, goals, and aspirations into reality.

**MCT & Azure certification**

Certification Link: https://www.youracclaim.com/users/lalit-rawat/badges

Microsoft Certified Trainer Link: https://www.youracclaim.com/badges/d6a15997-b82d-4a91-86f1-8b653b0a4125

MVP Link: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5003540?fullName=Lalit%20Rawat

**Achievements**

1. He is awarded Azure MVP Azure Master of the months -2017
2. India mentor Award
3. Authored a book on Microsoft Azure - “Azure Administrator Interview Q & A“
4. Delivered multiple sessions on cutting edge technologies in India and abroad.
5. Wrote 60+ articles on the cutting edge technologies.

Lalit is an Microsoft Azure MVP,MCT & Author of the “Azure Interview Q & A ” book. He likes to share his knowledge through his blog (https://azure4you.com/ ) & manage and share his technical skills in AzureTalk Community, (https://t.me/azuretalk),... Show more

🚀 I am a Cloud Security Engineer with 8 years of IT experience and a proven track record in building impactful tech communities. ☁️ Skilled in securing cloud infrastructures, I help organizations navigate digital transformation securely and efficiently. 🌐 As Founder of AliTech, GDG Organizer, and Women in Tech Board Member, I am passionate about inclusive growth in technology.

🚀 I am a Cloud Security Engineer with 8 years of IT experience and a proven track record in building impactful tech communities. ☁️ Skilled in securing cloud infrastructures, I help organizations navigate digital transformation securely and efficien... Show more

Victor Churchill is a Senior Product Designer with over 7 years of experience creating impactful, user-centered solutions across fintech, logistics, EdTech, and SaaS. He has led the design of platforms that secured multi-million dollar funding, integrated generative AI to boost user engagement, and scaled systems to serve tens of thousands of users. With a strong focus on measurable impact, inclusive design, and cross-functional collaboration, Victor brings a strategic yet practical approach to solving complex design challenges in emerging and global markets.

Victor Churchill is a Senior Product Designer with over 7 years of experience creating impactful, user-centered solutions across fintech, logistics, EdTech, and SaaS. He has led the design of platforms that secured multi-million dollar funding, integ... Show more

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence.
he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365 CE, Azure, and Microsoft Fabric solutions for mid-market enterprises in healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and government sectors.
Holding an MSc in Data Science from University of East London (2025) and an MSc in Global Management from Paris ESLSCA Business School (2017), Ahmed represents the convergence of deep technical expertise and strategic business acumen. His dissertation research on coastal flooding risk prediction using machine learning algorithms, Dover UK Case Study, achieved 94% accuracy, demonstrating his capability to build production-grade predictive models that address critical real-world challenges.
With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Ahmed has led large-scale Dynamics 365 implementations across multiple countries.
Ahmed's international experience across multiple EMEA countries provides unique insights into adapting Microsoft technologies for diverse regulatory frameworks, cultural contexts, and market conditions. He is particularly recognized for his ability to translate complex data science concepts into practical business applications that deliver measurable ROI.
As founder of Frabo Business Consulting since 2020, Ahmed has secured strategic partnerships and expanded into new markets, positioning the company as a leader in intelligent automation and predictive analytics consulting. This is his inaugural speaking engagement in the UK Power Platform community.

Ahmed Shawky is CEO & Founder of Frabo Business Consulting, a Microsoft Certified Partner delivering transformative technology solutions across the EMEA region and recently launched UK presence. he specializes in implementing Microsoft Power Platfo... Show more

Lance Larsen is a Microsoft MVP, a founder and the Chief Visionary Officer (CVO) of Holosoft™ (Holosoft.com) as well avid Community Speaker -and- president of MADdotNET, Madison Wisconsin’s .NET developer community (MADdotNET.com)!

At Holosoft™, we’ve thrown ourselves into the deep end of Mixed Reality, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (MR/AR/VR). Our mission is to evangelize what we’ve learned about available technologies, emerging technologies and the techniques we use to write beautiful applications.

Holosoft™ does application design and consulting – so please reach out to us with any questions you may have, or if there is any way with which we may assist you.

Lance is also one of the original organizers of That Conference (ThatConference.com) – the original Summer Camp for Geeks in the Wisconsin Dells!

Bachelor’s in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Master’s Degree in Computer Science & Applied Mathematics from Illinois Tech (IIT) with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and Computer Cognition.

@holosoftnet | Holosoft.com
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Lance Larsen is a Microsoft MVP, a founder and the Chief Visionary Officer (CVO) of Holosoft™ (Holosoft.com) as well avid Community Speaker -and- president of MADdotNET, Madison Wisconsin’s .NET developer community (MADdotNET.com)! At Holosoft™, w... Show more

CEO Silence Laboratories
PhD

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CJ is a Strategic storyteller. Marketer. Innovator. Leader. Educational & inspirational speaker. Adventure, travel and “locally grown” enthusiast. Farm owner. Animal lover.

She leads with business strategy, consumer psychology, and unique short and long-term vision coupled with bespoke marketing through the art of storytelling. A great story takes years of experience to build, and CJ has over 25 years of that experience. Marketing experience. Business experience. Digital experience. Omnichannel experience. And beyond that, life experience. Learn how to take your business to new heights with a unique approach to integrating consumer sentiment with economic reality through one of CJ's sessions.

CJ is a Strategic storyteller. Marketer. Innovator. Leader. Educational & inspirational speaker. Adventure, travel and “locally grown” enthusiast. Farm owner. Animal lover. She leads with business strategy, consumer psychology, and unique short a... Show more

Rachelle Williams is an Agile Coach, Consultant, and Certified “Training from the BACK of the Room!” (TBR) Trainer with over a decade of experience helping teams and leaders learn, adapt, and continuously improve across industries from defence and pharma to media, retail, and oil & gas. Through her company Furnell Projects Ltd, Rachelle brings people-first agility to life blending brain-science-based learning with Agile principles to help people not just learn new skills but remember and apply them. Known for her energy, authenticity, and practical approach, Rachelle creates safe, engaging spaces where everyone contributes. When she’s not coaching or training, you’ll find her exploring new countries (43 and counting!), taking inspiration from her travels to design workshops that spark curiosity, connection, and continuous improvement.

Rachelle Williams is an Agile Coach, Consultant, and Certified “Training from the BACK of the Room!” (TBR) Trainer with over a decade of experience helping teams and leaders learn, adapt, and continuously improve across industries from defence and ph... Show more

Kemal Selim Tekinarslan is an experienced Android engineer with a decade of expertise in developing Android applications. Currently based in Berlin, he works at Holiday Pirates GmbH, focusing on the development of travel applications. With a deep passion for mobile technology and its potential to improve human lives, Kemal actively participates as an attendee at renowned events such as Droidcon series, Android Makers Paris, and ADDC Barcelona. These conferences provide him with valuable insights and inspiration, allowing him to stay updated on the latest advancements in Android development.

To further broaden his horizons, Kemal embarked on an enriching journey across the American continent, exploring new landscapes, cultures, and ideas. During his trip, he had the privilege of visiting Silicon Valley and had the opportunity to step foot in renowned tech giants like Google and Facebook. These experiences have not only expanded his perspectives but also provided him with a deeper understanding of industry trends and practices. Kemal's thirst for knowledge and diverse experiences drives him to continuously push the boundaries of his craft and make a lasting impact in the field of Android engineering.

Kemal Selim Tekinarslan is an experienced Android engineer with a decade of expertise in developing Android applications. Currently based in Berlin, he works at Holiday Pirates GmbH, focusing on the development of travel applications. With a deep pas... Show more

Phil Bossman (@Schlauge) is a PowerShell enthusiast with a passion for learning. Phil is currently a Citrix Architect and End User Computing expert in the Raleigh, NC area. Phil is a co-organizer of the Research Triangle PowerShell User Group (@rtpsug).

Phil Bossman (@Schlauge) is a PowerShell enthusiast with a passion for learning. Phil is currently a Citrix Architect and End User Computing expert in the Raleigh, NC area. Phil is a co-organizer of the Research Triangle PowerShell User Group (@rtpsu... Show more

Kassie Gibbons is a usability and design expert with RBA. Trained in user experience and human-centered design, she takes a human-first approach when tackling design challenges. As a former high school educator, she brings unique perspectives from the classroom to create products that are accessible, inclusive, and empowering.

Kassie Gibbons is a usability and design expert with RBA. Trained in user experience and human-centered design, she takes a human-first approach when tackling design challenges. As a former high school educator, she brings unique perspectives from th... Show more

Pam DeGraffenreid is a leader in the Knoxville M365 User Group and Knoxville M365 Community Days, Microsoft MVP, and Solution Architect with experience in M365 & Power Platform. Her focus is creating efficient, sustainable solutions leveraging Microsoft 365 no-code capabilities. She’s passionate about helping other developers work smarter by improving their processes and practices.

Pam DeGraffenreid is a leader in the Knoxville M365 User Group and Knoxville M365 Community Days, Microsoft MVP, and Solution Architect with experience in M365 & Power Platform. Her focus is creating efficient, sustainable solutions leveraging Micros... Show more

I’m a systems-focused engineer and CTO at Calverts Digital Technologies, where I specialize in building and shipping production-ready applications under real-world constraints.

I’ve worked across mobile, backend, and cloud-native systems, with a strong focus on execution speed, reliability, and pragmatic architecture decisions. My experience includes designing and delivering systems that handle high user volumes under tight timelines and limited resources.

Beyond building products, I actively mentor at hackathons and work with early-stage teams to help them move from idea to production efficiently.

I’m a systems-focused engineer and CTO at Calverts Digital Technologies, where I specialize in building and shipping production-ready applications under real-world constraints. I’ve worked across mobile, backend, and cloud-native systems, with a s... Show more

Vanessa Zamy, known as The Business Defibrillator®, is a catalyst for transformative change within organizations. As CEO of LiberationX Contracts, Vanessa leads a nationwide team of trainers and coaches who help leaders build high-performing teams able to navigate the modern workplace.

Vanessa brings a wealth of experience working with diverse organizations, from Fortune 500 companies and public sector agencies to small businesses and startups. She excels as a global dynamic speaker, leadership trainer, and HR strategist, driving meaningful shifts in mindset and performance across all levels and industries.

Vanessa Zamy’s powerful insights have been featured in esteemed publications including Fast Company and NPR Marketplace, affirming her status as a thought leader in corporate wellness and leadership development. Vanessa's personal journey from adversity to triumph serves as a compelling testament to her unwavering determination, unparalleled expertise, and unmatched performance prowess.

On worldwide stages, Vanessa captivates audiences with her commanding presence and insightful sessions, guiding corporate professionals towards heightened levels of success. In 2025, Vanessa delivered over 52 trainings across 16 states in the US, three countries, and two continents. Participants have noted Vanessa’s training to be “energetic, informative, and encouraging” with her “authentic and engaging style” of speaking “a breath of fresh air”.

A lifelong learner and proud graduate of Stanford University, her hobbies include standing in the sunshine, observing butterflies in nature, and traveling the last three years with two suitcases and a purse.
Her talent development firm, LiberationX Contracts, is poised to transform corporate culture and empower professionals at all levels to thrive in today's dynamic workplace.

Vanessa Zamy, known as The Business Defibrillator®, is a catalyst for transformative change within organizations. As CEO of LiberationX Contracts, Vanessa leads a nationwide team of trainers and coaches who help leaders build high-performing teams ab... Show more

Liam is a Senior Cloud Advocate and Software Engineer at Microsoft working on VS Code Developer Tools Advocacy. He loves sharing his knowledge and creating simple and concise content for others to learn from. When he is not writing code in the office, he is writing it on a beach as he spends a lot of his time traveling around the globe, building communities and meeting new people.

Liam is a Senior Cloud Advocate and Software Engineer at Microsoft working on VS Code Developer Tools Advocacy. He loves sharing his knowledge and creating simple and concise content for others to learn from. When he is not writing code in the office... Show more

With 15 years of experience, I specialize in building cloud infrastructure with an API-first approach.
As a Software Engineer and DevOps lead in fintech and advertising, I've led multiple successful
cloud transformations. Currently, I help organizations build effective, developer-centric platforms
that drive innovation and efficiency.

With 15 years of experience, I specialize in building cloud infrastructure with an API-first approach. As a Software Engineer and DevOps lead in fintech and advertising, I've led multiple successful cloud transformations. Currently, I help organi... Show more

I'm David Aniebo, a software development engineer interested in product quality, tooling, automation, and developer operations. I specialize in building scalable, high-performing, sustainable software solutions that consistently exceed business and user expectations.

I enjoy sharing insights with the developer community through speaking engagements and workshops.

I'm David Aniebo, a software development engineer interested in product quality, tooling, automation, and developer operations. I specialize in building scalable, high-performing, sustainable software solutions that consistently exceed business and u... Show more

Sanjay Basu is a Senior Director and Global Head within the Digital Software & Solutions business unit at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), USA. A senior technology and product leader with 30+ years of experience, he specializes in Data, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Digital Commerce, and Customer Intelligence platforms. He is widely recognized as a trusted technology advisor to CXOs of Fortune 500 enterprises, driving large-scale digital transformation, growth, and innovation programs across retail, consumer brands, travel, hospitality, and technology sectors.
In his current role, Sanjay leads flagship, award-winning enterprise products including Customer Intelligence & Insights™ (CI&I) and MasterCraft Connected Intelligence™, with responsibility for product strategy, US market growth, monetization, partnerships, and enterprise-scale deployments. His leadership has been instrumental in positioning CI&I as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape Worldwide Retail Customer Data Platform Software reports, while delivering consistent double-digit growth and building a portfolio exceeding USD 75M in revenue. He brings deep, hands-on expertise in AI, Agentic AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), machine learning, and data platforms, translating advanced technology into measurable business outcomes for global clients such as Walgreens, Macy’s, Cisco, Grocery Outlet, and PGA Golf Superstore.
Previously, Sanjay held multiple senior leadership and founding product roles at TCS, including Director of Product-Led Growth for Jile™, TCS’s enterprise Agile SaaS platform, and founding product and technology leadership roles in digital commerce, personalization, and marketplace platforms. He has successfully built and scaled global practices, launched cloud-native products across geographies, advised high-growth startups, and established strategic technology ecosystems with leading platform providers. With extensive global experience across the United States, Europe, and Asia, Sanjay combines strategic vision, product innovation, and execution excellence to deliver transformational impact at enterprise scale.

Sanjay Basu is a Senior Director and Global Head within the Digital Software & Solutions business unit at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), USA. A senior technology and product leader with 30+ years of experience, he specializes in Data, Artificial In... Show more

Raghavendra has 8+ years of experience building cloud native apps and has pioneered the use of cloud-native tech across organisations. He led cloud native initiatives at a Fortune 50 company in NYC. Raghavendra was a speaker at Web Summit 2022 and has delivered talks on developer tooling for the container ecosystem across India. Currently, he focuses on building Questodev, a platform enabling dev-tools companies to launch developer-friendly sandbox environments with built-in next-gen coding environments.

Raghavendra has 8+ years of experience building cloud native apps and has pioneered the use of cloud-native tech across organisations. He led cloud native initiatives at a Fortune 50 company in NYC. Raghavendra was a speaker at Web Summit 2022 and ha... Show more

As a Principal Engineer at Gojek, I drive the architectural vision and technical strategy for our mobile platform. Over the past 7 years, I have focused on scaling our engineering culture and improving cross-team development practices. My primary effort in cross-platform frameworks steers our development towards unified, efficient solutions and breaking platform boundaries. A key part of my role is to continuously enhance app performance by guiding the development of tooling for core mobile health metrics.

As a Principal Engineer at Gojek, I drive the architectural vision and technical strategy for our mobile platform. Over the past 7 years, I have focused on scaling our engineering culture and improving cross-team development practices. My primary eff... Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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