Behn Williams is Field CTO at Chainguard, helping engineering and security leaders worldwide secure the open source software supply chain. He spent nearly two decades in financial services, most recently leading Developer Experience Product and Research at a global bank, driving AI-native SDLC modernization in a regulated industry. He evaluated and deployed GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Windsurf, Ona, DX, and Moderne, early bets later validated by OpenAI, Atlassian, and Cognition acquisitions.

Behn Williams is Field CTO at Chainguard, helping engineering and security leaders worldwide secure the open source software supply chain. He spent nearly two decades in financial services, most recently leading Developer Experience Product and Resea... Show more

Olarewaju Ibitoye is an enterprise solutions developer specializing in workflow automation, API integrations, and AI-driven software development. With over four years of experience delivering business-critical applications on Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365, he helps organizations turn complex ideas into scalable, real-world solutions. A technical writer and advocate for practical AI adoption, Olarewaju is passionate about sharing how modern engineering teams can use AI to build faster, automate intelligently, and deliver greater value.

Olarewaju Ibitoye is an enterprise solutions developer specializing in workflow automation, API integrations, and AI-driven software development. With over four years of experience delivering business-critical applications on Microsoft Power Platform... Show more

Radoslaw is a Senior Product Manager at Percona, responsible for driving Percona Software for MongoDB. He has over 15 years of experience in building distributed applications, serving as a product manager, leader, and software engineer. Radek is an Agile product development enthusiast and a fan of personal development. Outside of work, he's an amateur volleyball player.

Radoslaw is a Senior Product Manager at Percona, responsible for driving Percona Software for MongoDB. He has over 15 years of experience in building distributed applications, serving as a product manager, leader, and software engineer. Radek is an A... Show more

Todd Whitehead ((http://www.twitter.com/TodWhitehead)) is the Director of intelligent Apps and Cloud at Nexwave. He has over 20 years’ experience delivering solutions for clients in the travel, banking, retail and government sectors using .Net, Azure and Agile. In his spare time….well he's still waiting for that to happen.

Todd Whitehead ((http://www.twitter.com/TodWhitehead)) is the Director of intelligent Apps and Cloud at Nexwave. He has over 20 years’ experience delivering solutions for clients in the travel, banking, retail and government sectors using .Net, Azure... Show more

She is a result-driven tech lover, passionate about community building, advocate for women in Information Technology, promoter of gender equality in STEM, Google cloud enthusiast, Program Manager who enjoys traveling and meeting new people, developer advocate in the making and hey! She is a music LOVER.

She is a result-driven tech lover, passionate about community building, advocate for women in Information Technology, promoter of gender equality in STEM, Google cloud enthusiast, Program Manager who enjoys traveling and meeting new people, developer... Show more

Ranveer is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience in enterprise SaaS, supply chain and inventory optimisation projects, spanning both enterprise organisations and SMEs. He is highly skilled in partner management and customer success, driven by a passion for turning technical depth into real, measurable business outcomes for customers and partners alike. His expertise lies in driving adoption and growth by combining strategic account leadership with hands-on technical delivery — from API integrations and data mapping to AI-accelerated tooling — using solutions such as EazyStock's cloud-based inventory optimisation platform.

With a strong partner network across the Nordics, US, UK, DACH and Benelux, including partners working in Microsoft Business Central environments, Ranveer focuses on digital transformation in the B2B sector, cloud-based inventory optimisation, and process optimisation in supply chain management for businesses of every size. He is dedicated to helping customers and partners thrive in an increasingly AI-driven digital landscape.

Ranveer is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience in enterprise SaaS, supply chain and inventory optimisation projects, spanning both enterprise organisations and SMEs. He is highly skilled in partner management and customer success... Show more

20 + years of experience in Micosoft technologies. Primary Skillsets : MS Power Platform || M365 || AI & Copilot ||Azure || SharePoint || .NET
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate

20 + years of experience in Micosoft technologies. Primary Skillsets : MS Power Platform || M365 || AI & Copilot ||Azure || SharePoint || .NET Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fun... Show more

XP Advocate, Agile practices and methodologies enthusiast, with a passion for Software Development.

My favourite quote
I'm not a great programmer, I'm just a good programmer with great habits
— Kent Beck —

XP Advocate, Agile practices and methodologies enthusiast, with a passion for Software Development. My favourite quote I'm not a great programmer, I'm just a good programmer with great habits — Kent Beck — Show more

Researcher. Builder. Hacker. Traveler.

Researcher. Builder. Hacker. Traveler. Show more

Danie Spikes believes every relationship is a reflection back to you. It is the thread running through her work as an executive leadership coach, her TEDx stage, and her life as founder and CEO of BeLoved Box.

With more than 10,000 coaching hours and over a decade of brand and creative consulting rooted in Ritz-Carlton service culture, Danie is a trusted advisor to senior executives and SVPs at organizations including META, the NBA, Kaiser Permanente, UKG, Scotch Porter, and Complex Magazine. A Top 40 Under 40 honoree and Spelman College alumna, she coaches high-achieving leaders, especially women, to lead with clarity, accountability, and authenticity, and to pursue the goals that are just for them.

Since 2016, Danie has also led BeLoved Box, a CREDO Clean niche fragrance house created for people with skin and scent sensitivities and found in hotels, spas, and corporate gifting programs. Scent, she says, creates the most powerful memory, and she brings that same sensory intelligence to the way she teaches leaders to build presence and connection.

Danie brings warmth, story, and practical tools to every room, and audiences leave feeling seen and ready to act.

Talk Ideas:

-The Intentional Leader: Strategy, Connection, and Transformative Growth (this appears to be an existing keynote title on her LinkedIn)
-Every Relationship Is a Reflection: Leading Through Self-Awareness
-Give Yourself What Money Can't Buy: Goals That Are Just for You
-Scent, Memory, and Leadership Presence
-From Coach to Founder: Building a Brand That Gives the World a Hug

Danie Spikes believes every relationship is a reflection back to you. It is the thread running through her work as an executive leadership coach, her TEDx stage, and her life as founder and CEO of BeLoved Box. With more than 10,000 coaching hours ... Show more

Trabajando para un banco inglés durante los últimos 10 años, y en ENCAMINA los 13 anteriores, llevo media vida implantando CRMs en lugares que varían desde una empresa funeraria con una sola usuaria (la hija de la dueña) hasta una red de banca minorista con treinta mil usuarios.

Y me lo sigo pasando en grande!

Trabajando para un banco inglés durante los últimos 10 años, y en ENCAMINA los 13 anteriores, llevo media vida implantando CRMs en lugares que varían desde una empresa funeraria con una sola usuaria (la hija de la dueña) hasta una red de banca minori... Show more

Kartik Dhokai, a seasoned professional with over 13 years of experience, embodies an intrapreneurial spirit that has been instrumental in navigating diverse industries such as e-commerce, Retail, Hospitality, Education, Payment, and Healthcare. Armed with a wealth of knowledge, Kartik has successfully engaged with a broad spectrum of clients, from established enterprises to burgeoning startups.

Throughout his career, Kartik has adeptly managed accounts, overseeing an average annual revenue of $2.5 million. His portfolio encompasses the seamless execution of multiple projects under a unified strategic umbrella, showcasing his ability to deliver impactful solutions across various domains.

A standout achievement in Kartik's career is his pivotal role in conceiving and developing a cutting-edge product in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) from its inception. His visionary approach and leadership have contributed significantly to the success of this innovative venture.

Kartik Dhokai's influence extends beyond the boardroom, as he has emerged as a seasoned speaker at conferences worldwide. His dynamic presentations have resonated with audiences across the globe, showcasing his thought leadership and expertise in the realms of technology, business, and innovation. Notably, Kartik has had the honour of delivering two TEDx talks, underscoring his ability to communicate and inspire on prestigious platforms.

In summary, Kartik Dhokai is a multifaceted professional with a rich tapestry of experience, a knack for fostering innovation, and a proven track record of driving success in diverse sectors. His journey is marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for shaping the future of technology and business.

Kartik Dhokai, a seasoned professional with over 13 years of experience, embodies an intrapreneurial spirit that has been instrumental in navigating diverse industries such as e-commerce, Retail, Hospitality, Education, Payment, and Healthcare. Armed... 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

Ilya Burkin is the Global Marketing Director at ADB SAFEGATE, leading the company’s transformation from a hardware provider to a connected solutions partner for airports worldwide.

With a background spanning brand strategy, digital transformation, and creative storytelling, Ilya spearheaded ADB SAFEGATE’s collaboration with CBS News for the Economy 4.0 documentary — a landmark project that combined marketing, engineering, and purpose-driven communication.

He speaks on topics including B2B storytelling, brand innovation, marketing ROI, and the intersection of technology and creativity in industrial sectors.

Ilya Burkin is the Global Marketing Director at ADB SAFEGATE, leading the company’s transformation from a hardware provider to a connected solutions partner for airports worldwide. With a background spanning brand strategy, digital transformation,... Show more

Shivam is a Senior Product Designer at eBay’s core AI team, based in Berlin, shaping the future of e-commerce. Prior to eBay he worked on leading the designs efforts for couple of AI driven initiatives at Trivago, global leader in travel tech. He advocates for a human-centered approach to AI, emphasizing the critical balance between technology and empathy in shaping user experiences. Before trivago, he contributed to Sprinklr, helping to redefine unified customer experience management. He also interned at Microsoft.

Shivam is a Senior Product Designer at eBay’s core AI team, based in Berlin, shaping the future of e-commerce. Prior to eBay he worked on leading the designs efforts for couple of AI driven initiatives at Trivago, global leader in travel tech. He adv... Show more

Senior IT Operations Leader with 18+ years of international experience delivering enterprise-scale cloud, infrastructure, and digital transformation programmes. Proven record managing multi-million euro budgets, driving measurable cost savings through FinOps across AWS and hybrid-cloud environments. Held senior roles with global organisations including the United Nations, HPE, and Verallia.

Senior IT Operations Leader with 18+ years of international experience delivering enterprise-scale cloud, infrastructure, and digital transformation programmes. Proven record managing multi-million euro budgets, driving measurable cost savings throug... Show more

I am an EVV Reporting Analyst at Tempus Unlimited, where I develop healthcare analytics and compliance reporting solutions that transform complex operational data into actionable business insights. I specialize in SQL, Power BI, data modeling, ETL processes, and healthcare reporting, with a focus on improving transparency, compliance monitoring, and decision-making within Medicaid and healthcare programs.

I hold a Master of Professional Studies in Analytics from Northeastern University and have experience designing scalable reporting frameworks, interactive dashboards, and data-driven solutions across healthcare and operational domains. My work focuses on bridging the gap between raw data and business outcomes through modern analytics platforms and visualization techniques.

I am passionate about sharing practical, real-world approaches to analytics, data engineering, Microsoft Fabric, and Power BI, helping organizations leverage data more effectively to solve business challenges.

I am an EVV Reporting Analyst at Tempus Unlimited, where I develop healthcare analytics and compliance reporting solutions that transform complex operational data into actionable business insights. I specialize in SQL, Power BI, data modeling, ETL pr... Show more

Prajakta is a passionate advocate for open source, education, and community empowerment. With a deep commitment to fostering innovation and growth, she has dedicated herself to mentoring and teaching individuals across India, both online and in-person. Prajakta’s work is centered around creating inclusive platforms that allow others to learn, grow, and thrive in the tech ecosystem.

She is the co-founder of Techvalley, a dynamic initiative focused on building a thriving community of tech enthusiasts. As an active mentor and judge, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of tech talent by guiding students through hackathons and pitching events. Her dedication to education and skill development has also led her to serve as a National Skill Development Corporation mentor, where she helps bridge the gap between education and industry.

Prajakta’s community-building efforts extend to various global and local initiatives. She is a former AngelHack Ambassador, a core member of FOSS United Pune, and a Girlscript Ambassador, where she champions diversity and inclusion in tech. She has also made significant contributions to the blockchain and decentralised tech community as a core member of Dapps.co and Hackers Meet-up.

At her university, Prajakta took the initiative to start Co-Dev, a technical community dedicated to collaboration and growth. She has been an active Microsoft Student Ambassador, connecting students with opportunities and resources, and her leadership in fostering open-source culture has left a lasting impact.

Driven by a passion for empowering others through education, mentoring, and hands-on experience, Prajakta is committed to creating a future where technology is accessible, inclusive, and impactful for all.

Prajakta is a passionate advocate for open source, education, and community empowerment. With a deep commitment to fostering innovation and growth, she has dedicated herself to mentoring and teaching individuals across India, both online and in-perso... Show more

I’m Prasanth Tammiraju, Technical Director at Quadrant Technologies. My core focus is Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With over 20 years in the industry, I’ve been passionate about creating innovative solutions that leverage cloud computing to transform how businesses operate.

Technical Expertise
My experience varies across multiple cutting edge technologies
• Cloud Computing: I thrive on using cloud platforms to build scalable and efficient data analytics solutions. My goal is to help businesses seamlessly integrate, process, and analyze their data, no matter where they’re located in the world.
• Advanced Analytics and AI: I enjoy diving into complex business problems and using advanced analytics and AI to solve them. Whether it’s optimizing processes or extracting valuable insights from large datasets, I’m all in.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: I’m known for my knack for bringing together teams from different backgrounds and time zones. Leading these diverse groups to deliver impactful results for clients is something I take pride in.

Thought Leadership and Contributions
I love sharing knowledge and staying involved in the community
• Speaking Engagements: I’ve had the opportunity to speak at various events, where I aim to provide clear, practical advice and insights into the latest trends in cloud technology and analytics.
• Community Involvement: Whether through forums or writing about emerging trends, I’m committed to contributing to the analytics community and helping shape the industry’s future.

Approach and Impact
My approach is a blend of deep technical expertise and a strategic outlook
• Spotting Emerging Trends: I’m always looking ahead to stay on top of technological advancements, especially in cloud computing and analytics. This forward-thinking perspective is key to staying relevant and innovative in this fast-evolving field.

I’m Prasanth Tammiraju, Technical Director at Quadrant Technologies. My core focus is Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With over 20 years in the industry, I’ve been passionate about creating innovative solutions that leverage cloud co... Show more

Many times people told me that I should focus on one system or one programming language and become an expert in it. I never liked to listen to such advice.

During over 10 years of career as a SAP consultant, I worked on almost every SAP module ever released. My ABAP code written in Walldorf is probably still used by many companies. I hired, trained and managed tens of great technical consultants. Then I spent 6 years in the IoT and Edge AI business, building technical team while taking care of business development and delivering custom hardware solutions to clients on 4 continents, using (again) many technologies and programming languages.

Today I am still not an expert in a narrow domain, but thanks to that I am proud to join my mother company as someone with commercial experience and expertise in SAP, IoT, AI and Software Development, to take care of the entire technology stack and serve over 130 professionals as a Chief Technology Officer.

Many times people told me that I should focus on one system or one programming language and become an expert in it. I never liked to listen to such advice. During over 10 years of career as a SAP consultant, I worked on almost every SAP module eve... Show more

Rajat Chauhan is a Solutions Architect at AWS, based in Pune, India, specializing in OpenSearch and cloud-native architectures. He helps customers design and implement scalable solutions.

Rajat Chauhan is a Solutions Architect at AWS, based in Pune, India, specializing in OpenSearch and cloud-native architectures. He helps customers design and implement scalable solutions. Show more

Akhil works as a Software Engineer at Broadcom. An active contributor to projects in cloud native and container ecosystem. Akhil is a reviewer for containerd and a maintainer of kubernetes publishing-bot. He works mostly on container runtimes and kubernetes sig-node aspects.

Akhil works as a Software Engineer at Broadcom. An active contributor to projects in cloud native and container ecosystem. Akhil is a reviewer for containerd and a maintainer of kubernetes publishing-bot. He works mostly on container runtimes and kub... Show more

Islam Elfiky has built his professional life around athletics, healthcare technology, and hospitality. Based in New York, he is an entrepreneur and business developer who serves as Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at MedsNow. His career reflects a steady focus on creating useful businesses, shaped by years of squash competition and a family background connected to healthcare in Egypt.

He grew up in Cairo, where squash became an important part of his early life. As a junior, he was selected for the Egyptian National Team during a time when it held the world’s top ranking. He later reached a personal world men’s ranking of 165th. After studying at the American University in Cairo, he moved to the United States to continue his education and athletic career at The George Washington University.

At George Washington, he played at the No. 1 position on the men’s squash team for two seasons. His 2011-12 season included 21 wins and three losses, with 19 victories coming in straight sets. He finished the season with a 15-match winning streak, earned the team’s Most Valuable Player award, and was named Male Athlete of the Year at the first Georgey Awards. He also ended the year ranked 31st nationally.

The prior season showed the same consistency. In 2010-11, he played every match at No. 1 and finished with 18 wins and two losses. Every win came in straight sets, and he ended the season ranked 34th in the College Squash Association. Those two top-35 national finishes made him one of the notable players in the program’s history. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 2014.

Islam Elfiky first moved into business through squash. From 2014 to 2016, he co-founded Squash on Fire, a Washington, D.C., project created to offer a high-end squash facility with public access instead of private membership. The facility opened in 2017 and gave him direct experience developing a business from concept to operation.

Since 2020, his main work has been MedsNow, which he co-founded with Nikhil Misra. The company helps independent pharmacies use digital tools for online sales, compliance, patient onboarding, invoicing, payment collection, and receivables management. MedsNow was selected for XRC Labs’ Cohort 14, appeared at XRC Ventures’ 2023 Demo Day, and received support from the XRC Ventures Accelerator Program and Reshape Ventures.

He has also expanded into hospitality through Yalla Hospitality, where he is developing a venture tied to restaurants and guest experience. This work reflects his interest in service-based businesses and his ability to apply business development experience in different industries.

Islam Elfiky remains connected to Egypt through his family’s hospital business, which is known for social work and community care. His volunteering and charitable efforts are also centered there. Across sports, pharmacy technology, hospitality, and community service, he continues to build with patience, discipline, and long-term focus.

Islam Elfiky has built his professional life around athletics, healthcare technology, and hospitality. Based in New York, he is an entrepreneur and business developer who serves as Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at MedsNow. His career re... Show more

I am a technical founder and engineer building the future of autonomous software engineering. As the founder of BugByBug, I focus on AI-powered error management, developer tooling, and telemetry architectures that eliminate on-call burnout.
My background spans high-scale systems serving over 120,000 users across Asia, alongside engineering leadership across the home automation and renewable energy sectors. I am passionate about deep-tech infrastructure, low-overhead observability, and building tools that make software engineering reliable and joyful again.

I am a technical founder and engineer building the future of autonomous software engineering. As the founder of BugByBug, I focus on AI-powered error management, developer tooling, and telemetry architectures that eliminate on-call burnout. My backg... Show more

Gina is a dynamic technology leader with 15+years of experience driving digital transformation and AI innovation within the Microsoft partner ecosystem. Experienced in building AI service portfolios and leading adoption programs that deliver consistent results, from productivity gains to improved decision-making to accelerated innovation, across diverse industries. At Kyndryl, Gina blends strategic vision with execution, leveraging deep expertise in AI Enablement, M365 Copilot and Google Gemini adoption, and context engineering frameworks across platforms. Recognized as both a thought leader and hands-on practitioner, she guides executive teams, technical stakeholders, and business users in harnessing AI for measurable growth.

Gina is a dynamic technology leader with 15+years of experience driving digital transformation and AI innovation within the Microsoft partner ecosystem. Experienced in building AI service portfolios and leading adoption programs that deliver consiste... Show more

Communications expert, event organizer, community gatherer. OSS contributor, sailing the K8s ocean since 2019. Head of Marketing @Mia-Platform.
Strong believer that better software engineering brings to better development for the planet.

Communications expert, event organizer, community gatherer. OSS contributor, sailing the K8s ocean since 2019. Head of Marketing @Mia-Platform. Strong believer that better software engineering brings to better development for the planet. Show more

Sudharshan Muralidharan is a Full Stack Developer specializing in Go, MERN, and Kubernetes. Contributing to open-source projects like Confidential Containers and Kubernetes, focusing on s390x pipelines and multi-architecture optimizations. Passionate about cloud-native technologies, AI-driven workload optimization, and building efficient, cross-architecture solutions for complex production environments.

Sudharshan Muralidharan is a Full Stack Developer specializing in Go, MERN, and Kubernetes. Contributing to open-source projects like Confidential Containers and Kubernetes, focusing on s390x pipelines and multi-architecture optimizations. Passionate... Show more

Patrick Gorman is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with a wealth of experience spanning over 20 years. Known for his passion and expertise in the field, Patrick has made significant contributions to the world of information technology and security.
He holds many cybersecurity certifications. My pentesting certifications and accomplishments are CRTO | CRTP | CAPE | CPTS | CWPE | CWES | PNPT | CEH | ECSA | LPT | CHFI | HTB MVP 2025.

Patrick Gorman is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with a wealth of experience spanning over 20 years. Known for his passion and expertise in the field, Patrick has made significant contributions to the world of information technology and... Show more

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

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

Ahmed Deghidy is a founder and CTO with 20+ years of experience building SaaS platforms, cloud infrastructure, APIs and digital products across Europe and MENA. His work spans AI automation, multi-tenant architecture, DevOps, cybersecurity and open-source technologies. He focuses on practical governance for agentic AI, software supply-chain security, provenance, auditability and compliant enterprise adoption.

Ahmed Deghidy is a founder and CTO with 20+ years of experience building SaaS platforms, cloud infrastructure, APIs and digital products across Europe and MENA. His work spans AI automation, multi-tenant architecture, DevOps, cybersecurity and open-s... Show more