Travel & Tourism

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

Brittany Martin Déjean

Brittany Martin Déjean

FOMU -the fear of messing up- leads to missed opportunities, disconnection and stagnation in individuals, teams and organizations. Through
powerful stories and real-world scenarios, Brittany equips high-achieving professionals with practical strategies that build psychological safety and create cultures where people feel safe to speak up, take risks and innovate.

A car accident that killed her brother and left her father a quadriplegic ignited Brittany’s passion to rethink human connection, assumptions and our reaction to fear. A former non-profit founder and employee at Airbnb, Brittany's transformed the perspectives of thousands of professionals around the world. She's spoken at venues like SXSW, NBC Universal, and Deutsche Bank and her work has been featured in NPR, Forbes and USA Today.

FOMU -the fear of messing up- leads to missed opportunities, disconnection and stagnation in individuals, teams and organizations. Through powerful stories and real-world scenarios, Brittany equips high-achieving professionals with practical strateg... Show more

Nareshkumar Kondur Nagabhushan

Nareshkumar Kondur Nagabhushan

Honest, pragmatic and laid back, Naresh delivers motivational messages with leadership, resilience, perseverance, and ˜It's possible' as his main themes. With his unique skill to use tales of his adventures to inspire, he speaks about his explorations in a way that will relate to corporate audiences due to his former career as a technology consultant. Stories from his outdoor adventures and what it takes to overcome extreme challenges are topics that are relevant to corporations. He has spoken for some of the Fortune 500 organizations, universities, schools, and NGO's all over the world. He strongly believes that "You don't get ahead by having the potential to do something, you get ahead by doing it."

Honest, pragmatic and laid back, Naresh delivers motivational messages with leadership, resilience, perseverance, and ˜It's possible' as his main themes. With his unique skill to use tales of his adventures to inspire, he speaks about his exploration... Show more

Supratim Dhara

Supratim Dhara

Hello! I'm Supratim Dhara, a Flutter developer from Kolkata, India. Currently, I’m the founding mobile engineer at PegMan and in my final year at UEM Kolkata. Focused on cross-platform development, I’m committed to building reliable, user-centered applications and actively engaging with the tech community. Let's code, learn, and build impactful solutions together!

Hello! I'm Supratim Dhara, a Flutter developer from Kolkata, India. Currently, I’m the founding mobile engineer at PegMan and in my final year at UEM Kolkata. Focused on cross-platform development, I’m committed to building reliable, user-centered ap... Show more

Rebecca Oburotha

Rebecca Oburotha

An experienced M365 and VLE platform administrator, qualified trainer, specializing in SAAS platform administration, end-user troubleshooting support and the
the delivery of high-quality training sessions across Microsoft
Technologies including office 365, Azure, Power platform, and Microsoft Teams.
Skilled in resolving technical issues, designing and implementing tailored training
programmes to empower learners and organisations with the knowledge and skills to
maximise productivity and achieve digital transformation.

Tech Support, Microsoft Cloud Certified x 2, Speaker, Trainee Trainer, Low Code & AI Enthusiast, UKAI User Group Member, M365 Developer Programme & S.T.E.M Ambassador.

An experienced M365 and VLE platform administrator, qualified trainer, specializing in SAAS platform administration, end-user troubleshooting support and the the delivery of high-quality training sessions across Microsoft Technologies including of... Show more

Louis Japheth Kouassi

Louis Japheth Kouassi

Je suis DevOps passionné et enthousiaste.

Je suis DevOps passionné et enthousiaste. Show more

Robin Allison Davis

Robin Allison Davis

Robin Allison Davis is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer, and producer based in Paris and born and raised in the Washington, DC, area. After a ten-year television career in New York City and desiring to see more of the world, she moved to Paris in 2016 to pursue the dream of a more international lifestyle—and got more than she bargained for. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Surviving Paris is her first book.

Robin Allison Davis is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer, and producer based in Paris and born and raised in the Washington, DC, area. After a ten-year television career in New York City and desiring to see more of the world, she moved to Pari... Show more

Tammiraju Prasanth

Tammiraju Prasanth

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

Tyler Otto

Tyler Otto

Tyler Otto is the president and owner of Specialized Accounting, a thriving, entirely remote hospitality accounting firm. Tyler brings a wealth of finance experience from the lodging industry, where he served as Senior Financial Analyst at Vail Resorts and Corporate Director of Finance with Imprint Hospitality. He is a fanatic about forging new connections and collaborating with industry peers and colleagues while welcoming newcomers.

Tyler is passionate about sharing his expertise and has presented at conferences such as Accounting Today’s Firm Growth Forum, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP), BKX (Bookkeepers.com), Association of Lodging Professionals (ALP), The Successful Bookkeeper Summit, and The Glamping Show, and in webinars with Relay, ThinkReservations, Earmark, and Kaplan. He has also appeared as a featured guest on Relay’s On the Money Mondays video series, as well as podcasts including Universal Accounting’s Building the Premier Accounting Firm, The Successful Bookkeeper, and The Ambitious Bookkeeper.

You can also find Tyler on UnAccountable!, an entertaining gameshow podcast tackling current accounting topics, along with his co-host and good friend, Jeremy Van Groll.

Tyler Otto is the president and owner of Specialized Accounting, a thriving, entirely remote hospitality accounting firm. Tyler brings a wealth of finance experience from the lodging industry, where he served as Senior Financial Analyst at Vail Resor... Show more

Sebastian Tanzer

Sebastian Tanzer

Sebastian Tanzer ist Mitgründer und CEO des 2018 gegründeten Linzer Unternehmens triply. Die Software analysiert automatisiert die Mobilität von Großunternehmen und Großveranstaltungen – inklusive Kosten, CO₂-Emissionen und Einsparpotenzialen – und liefert darauf basierend konkrete Optimierungsvorschläge und passende Mobilitätslösungen.
Als Absolvent des Smart‑Mobility‑Management‑Programms der Universität St. Gallen und Mitglied der Forbes‑Europe „30 Under 30“ verfolgt er das Ziel, die Busmobilität weltweit nachhaltig, effizient und datenbasiert zu gestalten.

Sebastian Tanzer ist Mitgründer und CEO des 2018 gegründeten Linzer Unternehmens triply. Die Software analysiert automatisiert die Mobilität von Großunternehmen und Großveranstaltungen – inklusive Kosten, CO₂-Emissionen und Einsparpotenzialen – und l... Show more

Dipti Chhatrapati

Dipti Chhatrapati

I am Dipti Chhatrapati, a passionate and ambitious Microsoft Professional with more than 14 years of experience in pursuing a career and creating more about myself while working in the IT Industry. My passion for Microsoft Technologies comes from the experience as a Developer, Consultant, Architect, and Manager for SharePoint (2007, 2010, 2013), Office 365, and Power Platform projects on large to medium and small size customers. I love contributing to the technical community and enabling customers to grow their business which keeps me excited every day. I have participated in various international/local conferences as a speaker and manage my blog at insightrun.com. I have written a book on Reporting in TFS in the year 2015. I am honored and humbled to be awarded as Microsoft Regional Director in the year 2018 for recognizing deep technical and business knowledge, community leadership, and the ability to connect with Microsoft customers, partners, and product group professionals. I have earned Microsoft certifications in SharePoint, Teams, Enterprise Mobility, and Security. When I am not with technology, I spend time with music, sports, arts, reading, traveling, and cooking.

I am Dipti Chhatrapati, a passionate and ambitious Microsoft Professional with more than 14 years of experience in pursuing a career and creating more about myself while working in the IT Industry. My passion for Microsoft Technologies comes from the... Show more

Justin Carter

Justin Carter

Justin Carter has been in the Dynamics space since 2007 and a BizApps MVP since 2014. He has been involved with the Microsoft certification exam development and MCT training materials since 2013. He has a passion for delivering quality implementations, but more importantly, enabling customers to take things to the next level and grow their business by innovating with the newest technologies, not just using them. This requires customers to be an expert in how to find educational content, not just being training by someone else who already did that.

He will always do his best to be around to answer 1:1 questions or point you in the right direction if nothing else. Don't be shy. He loves off-roading, brewing, home DIY repair, and traveling with his lovely family.

Justin Carter has been in the Dynamics space since 2007 and a BizApps MVP since 2014. He has been involved with the Microsoft certification exam development and MCT training materials since 2013. He has a passion for delivering quality implementation... Show more

Mayur Kumar Mittapally

Mayur Kumar Mittapally

Mayur Kumar Mittapally is a strategic Program Manager and Solution Architect with over 18 years of IT experience, specializing in SAP HCM, Time Management, and Global Payroll solutions. Currently serving as Program Manager for HR Innovation and Experience Productivity at Delta Air Lines, Mayur has successfully led complex, enterprise-wide HR transformations across diverse global markets, including APAC, the Middle East, and North America.
With deep expertise in SAP HCM (SuccessFactors), including Employee Central and cloud integration technologies, Mayur has built a reputation for modernizing legacy systems and delivering seamless, integrated HR solutions that enhance both operational efficiency and employee experience. His technical leadership spans 6+ years, during which he has consistently delivered projects on time and on budget, while maintaining the highest standards of stakeholder satisfaction.
A practitioner of Servant Leadership, Mayur excels at aligning technology solutions with strategic business objectives particularly in aviation IT operations. His data-driven approach leverages advanced analytics to optimize workforce management and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Beyond his professional achievements, Mayur demonstrates a strong commitment to community service as a dedicated blood and plasma donor with the American Red Cross, contributing more than 15 life-saving donations.
In 2024, Mayur was nominated for Delta Air Lines' prestigious Chairman’s Club, recognizing him among the company’s top 100 performing employees for his exemplary service, leadership, and embodiment of the "Delta Difference." His passion for mentoring and building high-performing teams has made him a respected leader who fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth within organizations.

Mayur Kumar Mittapally is a strategic Program Manager and Solution Architect with over 18 years of IT experience, specializing in SAP HCM, Time Management, and Global Payroll solutions. Currently serving as Program Manager for HR Innovation and Exper... Show more

Sayantika Banik

Sayantika Banik

Driven by a Big-Picture mindset, I bridge design-first thinking with open-source and AI innovation. Specialising in building human-centred systems that empower communities, startups, and independent professionals to scale with clarity and confidence.

Driven by a Big-Picture mindset, I bridge design-first thinking with open-source and AI innovation. Specialising in building human-centred systems that empower communities, startups, and independent professionals to scale with clarity and confidence. Show more

Cedric Sookahet

Cedric Sookahet

​Cedric Sookahet is a multidisciplinary entrepreneur who has spent his career at the intersection of creative design and digital technology. Originally a graphic designer at leading agencies like P&P Link, Cedric transitioned into the world of no-code development and digital leadership, eventually founding We are Geekin'—the premier media platform for gaming and pop culture in the Indian Ocean.

​A "geek at heart" who grew up on a diet of retro platformers and PC strategy games, he is now a leading advocate for the professionalization of the Mauritian gaming sector. By organizing local game jams and bridging the gap between creative passion and technical execution, Cedric is dedicated to transforming Mauritius from a consumer of global gaming content into a hub of original indie development.

​Cedric Sookahet is a multidisciplinary entrepreneur who has spent his career at the intersection of creative design and digital technology. Originally a graphic designer at leading agencies like P&P Link, Cedric transitioned into the world of no-cod... Show more

Sofia Lescano Carroll

Sofia Lescano Carroll

Passionate about mathematics and logic, I am a backend developer with a Computer Science Engineering degree and international speaker since 2020. Argentinian and Spanish, I lived in many countries and speak five languages. I strongly believe in diversity in tech and started giving conferences to act as a role model for women. Outside work, I love dancing, and travelling and have two wonderful cats.
I have been giving conferences since 2020 in French and English (but also speak Spanish and Portuguese).
I have been to major events like SymfonyCon, SymfonyLive, ForumPHP among others.
Check my personal blog for full references https://soflesc.github.io/

Passionate about mathematics and logic, I am a backend developer with a Computer Science Engineering degree and international speaker since 2020. Argentinian and Spanish, I lived in many countries and speak five languages. I strongly believe in diver... Show more

David Aronchick

David Aronchick

I am CEO and co-founder of Expanso, the company behind the distributed compute platform Bacalhau. This means I spend most of my time helping humans to convince machines to be smarter. I am only moderately successful at this.

Previously, I led product management for Kubernetes on behalf of Google, launched GKE, and co-founded the Kubeflow project, and led Open Source ML Strategy at Azure. I have also worked at Protocol Labs, Amazon and Chef and co-founded three startups.

I am CEO and co-founder of Expanso, the company behind the distributed compute platform Bacalhau. This means I spend most of my time helping humans to convince machines to be smarter. I am only moderately successful at this. Previously, I led prod... Show more

Jean Marcos

Jean Marcos

Sou Product Manager com mais de 8 anos de experiência em produtos digitais e tecnologia, atuando na construção e evolução de soluções centradas no usuário, métricas e impacto de negócio. Ao longo da minha trajetória, liderei iniciativas de produto em empresas como Globo, Hurb, 1Doc e Peixe Urbano, conduzindo produtos de ponta a ponta, da descoberta à escala.

Minha atuação é guiada por discovery contínuo, priorização estratégica e decisões orientadas por dados. Tenho formação em Product Management e Transformação Digital, com estudos pela PUC-Rio, BBI of Chicago, além de especializações na Reforge, PM3 e Tera.

Acredito que grandes produtos nascem da combinação entre visão de negócio, empatia com o usuário e experimentação. Gosto de compartilhar aprendizados práticos sobre estratégia, discovery, métricas, tomada de decisão e desafios reais de times de produto.

Sou Product Manager com mais de 8 anos de experiência em produtos digitais e tecnologia, atuando na construção e evolução de soluções centradas no usuário, métricas e impacto de negócio. Ao longo da minha trajetória, liderei iniciativas de produto em... Show more

Hugo Rodrigues

Hugo Rodrigues

Director of R&D Enablement at Mews | Bridging engineering intelligence with hospitality domain expertise

Director of R&D Enablement at Mews | Bridging engineering intelligence with hospitality domain expertise Show more

Patrick Gorman

Patrick Gorman

Patrick Gorman is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with a wealth of experience spanning over 18 years. Known for his passion and expertise in the field, Patrick has made significant contributions to the world of information technology and security.

Patrick Gorman is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with a wealth of experience spanning over 18 years. Known for his passion and expertise in the field, Patrick has made significant contributions to the world of information technology and... Show more

Alinase Nyirenda

Alinase Nyirenda

🚀 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

Simona Milanovic

Simona Milanovic

Simona Milanovic works at Google as an Android Developer Relations Engineer, on Jetpack Compose and Android Studio. Before joining Google, Simona worked as an Android Dev in a variety of different industries - retail, transportation, banking, automotive & online dating. Aside from work, she loves to travel, read, organise stuff (😬), play music & video games and spend time with her fluffy pets.

Simona Milanovic works at Google as an Android Developer Relations Engineer, on Jetpack Compose and Android Studio. Before joining Google, Simona worked as an Android Dev in a variety of different industries - retail, transportation, banking, automot... Show more

Svetlana Kouznetsova

Svetlana Kouznetsova

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest minority — 1.85 billion disabled people. As founder of Audio Accessibility, she consults on improving communication access for 466 million deaf and hard-of-hearing people worldwide. Sveta’s book and TEDx talk highlight the business benefits of high-quality captioning to increase audience reach and ROI. With an MS in Internet Technology and over 20 years of experience in design, technology, and accessibility, Sveta combines her personal experience with deafness and professional expertise to offer unique insights into the critical importance of accessibility.

Svetlana Kouznetsova (Sveta) is an independent B2B consultant, published author, international speaker, and accessibility trailblazer. She helps businesses make their mainstream websites, media, and services more accessible to the world’s largest min... Show more

David Mueller

David Mueller

David Mueller is a passionate and dedicated youth footballer competing in the UAEFA Pro League and representing the UAE U16 National Team. Known for his speed, discipline, and leadership on and off the field, David has earned MVP honors and continues to inspire through his teamwork, energy, and drive for excellence.

David Mueller is a passionate and dedicated youth footballer competing in the UAEFA Pro League and representing the UAE U16 National Team. Known for his speed, discipline, and leadership on and off the field, David has earned MVP honors and continues... Show more

Himanshu Garg

Himanshu Garg

With over 12 years of experience in Full Stack Development, I am a seasoned software engineer at Expedia Group, leading the charge in building cutting-edge, high-performance frontend solutions. Specialising in React, React Native, JavaScript, TypeScript, Redux, MobX, RTL, GraphQL, Apollo Client, and Cypress Progressive Web Applications (PWA), I have a proven track record of crafting seamless, high-impact user experiences that drive engagement and performance. My expertise in frontend architecture goes beyond simply building applications—I am passionate about pushing the boundaries of UI engineering, continuously optimising code, enhancing scalability, and advocating for industry-leading best practices.

I hold a B.Tech and M.Tech in Computer Engineering, equipping me with a strong foundation in software development, system design, and problem-solving. My technical proficiency extends to the Experience Layer, where I leverage GraphQL and Kotlin to design and implement robust, scalable solutions. From high-level architecture and system design to the finer details of implementation, I ensure that every solution is built for long-term maintainability, high performance, and an exceptional user experience.

Beyond my technical contributions, I am deeply committed to knowledge sharing and mentoring the next generation of engineers. I have volunteered at numerous top-tier UI and frontend-focused conferences, including GitNation, JSNation, React Summit, C3 Dev Fest in Amsterdam, and React India. I actively engage with developers, inspiring them to innovate, grow, and embrace emerging trends in frontend technologies.

As a thought leader in the UI community, I have contributed to the development of scalable, reusable components through shared UI libraries and influenced the adoption of best practices that elevate development teams and streamline delivery. At Expedia, where I have spent five years, I have played a key role in developing various frontend UI frameworks to provide a robust and seamless user experience.

I am dedicated to shaping the future of frontend development and excited to continue pushing the envelope in delivering exceptional, user-centric applications.

With over 12 years of experience in Full Stack Development, I am a seasoned software engineer at Expedia Group, leading the charge in building cutting-edge, high-performance frontend solutions. Specialising in React, React Native, JavaScript, TypeScr... Show more

Kevin Desai

Kevin Desai

I have been doing Android since my school days. What started as building a treasure hunt app for my girlfriend turned into a full time career a few years later. In college, I built an app called the Indian Logo Quiz, that is not on the Play Store anymore but got around 50k downloads. Later when in university, I built Now Playing Tracker, an app to track the songs identified by the Google Pixel in the background. Got around 5-6k downloads and still lives on the Play Store. Started my professional career at VMware working on MDM apps and now working at Level Home on Android apps interacting with hardware devices using Bluetooth and Wifi APIs. When not writing code, I usually am out and about traveling and clicking photos on my analog camera.

I have been doing Android since my school days. What started as building a treasure hunt app for my girlfriend turned into a full time career a few years later. In college, I built an app called the Indian Logo Quiz, that is not on the Play Store any... Show more

Bethany Marshall

Bethany Marshall

History Graduate turned Technical and Functional Consultant focusing on all things Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and Power Platform.

History Graduate turned Technical and Functional Consultant focusing on all things Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and Power Platform. Show more

Francesco Passantino

Francesco Passantino

Since 1990, Consultant in Information and Communication Technologies, for various public/private companies. ICT trainer, from children to postgraduates. Founder and member of several Startups.

Since 1990, Consultant in Information and Communication Technologies, for various public/private companies. ICT trainer, from children to postgraduates. Founder and member of several Startups. Show more

Arman Ansari

Arman Ansari

A Security researcher acknowledged by Nepal's Government and Also by Tech giants like Microsoft. A Saviour of 3 Crore+ Citizen's data from nation's database breach. Worked with many Organizations including renowned ITU.

A Security researcher acknowledged by Nepal's Government and Also by Tech giants like Microsoft. A Saviour of 3 Crore+ Citizen's data from nation's database breach. Worked with many Organizations including renowned ITU. Show more

Ellie Ebrahimi

Ellie Ebrahimi

Dr. Ellie Ebrahimi is an associate professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She earned her Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Clemson University in 2017, following her M.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering from K. N. Toosi University of Technology, Iran, and her B.Sc. in Robotics Engineering from Shahrood University of Technology, Iran.

Dr. Ebrahimi's career is dedicated to finding innovative ways to adapt and improve ideas and theories to enhance STEM and cybersecurity education and workforce development, address mental health challenges in adolescents primarily due to cyberbullying, and support language learning in multilingual children. Her research interests are diverse and interdisciplinary, reflecting her commitment to making a meaningful impact across various fields.

With a specialization in teaching game development, Python programming, and human-computer interaction, Dr. Ebrahimi brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work. She is dedicated to improving educational practices and outcomes, making significant contributions to her field.

Dr. Ellie Ebrahimi is an associate professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She earned her Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Clemson University in 2017, following her M.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering from K. N. Toosi University... Show more

Magdalena Listwan

Magdalena Listwan

As a Quality Assurance Specialist with a passion for API testing and accessibility, I excel in crafting effective testing strategies and ensuring top-notch software quality. I also speak at meetups and conferences, sharing insights on the latest QA trends and the importance of soft skills in our field. I thrive on continuous learning and aim to contribute to innovative projects with both testing expertise and strong communication skills. In my free time, I love traveling by camper and drawing inspiration from newly discovered places.

As a Quality Assurance Specialist with a passion for API testing and accessibility, I excel in crafting effective testing strategies and ensuring top-notch software quality. I also speak at meetups and conferences, sharing insights on the latest QA t... Show more

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