KNZI (she/they) has been in the fandom for nearly a decade, performing at various competitions and battles at conventions such as Furnal Equinox, Anthrocon, and Furry Weekend Atlanta. She owns both a caracal partial of the same name and a dragon full-digi named Leviathan. Outside of dancing, she currently owns a fursuit spray business called Creature Scents!

KNZI (she/they) has been in the fandom for nearly a decade, performing at various competitions and battles at conventions such as Furnal Equinox, Anthrocon, and Furry Weekend Atlanta. She owns both a caracal partial of the same name and a dragon full... Show more

With experiences at Microsoft's Azure team and SAP Munich, I've gained valuable insights into implementing DevOps practices at scale and leveraging AI technologies. This diverse practical exposure allows me to share real-world examples and lessons learned from working within DevOps and AI environments.

With experiences at Microsoft's Azure team and SAP Munich, I've gained valuable insights into implementing DevOps practices at scale and leveraging AI technologies. This diverse practical exposure allows me to share real-world examples and lessons le... Show more

I’m a Cloud Solutions Architect with over 11 years in software engineering and cloud infrastructure. Alongside my role as a Staff Software Engineer at Zuora Inc., I’m an enthusiastic advocate of cloud technologies, Kubernetes, containers, and serverless computing—I can’t imagine life without coding! In my free time, I love experimenting with IoT, Arduinos, and Raspberry Pis, and I’m always up for a tech conference.

I’m a Cloud Solutions Architect with over 11 years in software engineering and cloud infrastructure. Alongside my role as a Staff Software Engineer at Zuora Inc., I’m an enthusiastic advocate of cloud technologies, Kubernetes, containers, and serverl... 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

I'm a digital solutions consultant at Burrowes Enterprises.
I help businesses create simple websites, choose the right digital tools, and set up agents automations using n8n to increase productivity and efficiency.

I'm a digital solutions consultant at Burrowes Enterprises. I help businesses create simple websites, choose the right digital tools, and set up agents automations using n8n to increase productivity and efficiency. Show more

Afif Akbar Iskandar, a data science professional with over 9 years of experience in the field.

Having earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and a Master's degree in Computer Science from Universitas Indonesia, Afif boasts a solid academic foundation in the field.

As a dedicated data science mentor, Afif utilizes his extensive knowledge to educate others. Driven by his enthusiasm for technology, he operates the YouTube channel "NgodingPython," featuring insightful content on Python programming, data science, IoT, and beyond.

Afif Akbar Iskandar, a data science professional with over 9 years of experience in the field. Having earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and a Master's degree in Computer Science from Universitas Indonesia, Afif boasts a solid academic fou... Show more

Stefan Thor Stefansson is a seasoned tech executive with 25+ years of experience driving digital transformation for businesses and the public sector. As Managing Director of International Sales, he leads cloud and mobile initiatives that modernize municipal operations and enhance citizen services. A strong advocate for agile methodologies and Microsoft technologies, Stefan empowers partners to deliver impactful, scalable solutions to its customers.

Stefan Thor Stefansson is a seasoned tech executive with 25+ years of experience driving digital transformation for businesses and the public sector. As Managing Director of International Sales, he leads cloud and mobile initiatives that modernize mu... Show more

I am an AWS-certified Cloud and DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in support engineering, specialising in cloud solutions, automation, and customer support optimisation. In my role as a Lead Support Engineer, I design, implement, and optimise cloud-based systems to improve reliability, automate workflows, and enhance customer experiences, all while leveraging advanced tools to solve complex technical challenges and streamline operations.

I am an AWS-certified Cloud and DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in support engineering, specialising in cloud solutions, automation, and customer support optimisation. In my role as a Lead Support Engineer, I design, implement, and optimise... Show more

Anuj Agarwal is an Application Engineering Technical Lead at Vanguard, based in Melbourne, Australia. With 17 years of experience in the software industry, Anuj has worked across diverse domains including telecom, embedded systems, IoT, consumer electronics, banking, and financial services. His career spans multiple continents—India, USA, South Korea, Europe, and now Australia, giving him a rich perspective on multicultural collaboration and global delivery.

An engineering graduate with an MBA, Anuj is a lifelong learner who thrives on solving complex problems and driving customer-focused innovation. He has held roles ranging from developer and architect to technical lead, and has worked with clients like NAB, Telstra (Belong), Samsung, Nokia, Bell Labs, Itron, and Vanguard.

Anuj leads with a people-first mindset, believing that great teams are built on compassion, understanding, and effective communication. He’s deeply committed to quality, customer value, and going the extra mile to deliver meaningful outcomes. Known for his positive attitude, social nature, and spiritual outlook, Anuj brings warmth and clarity to every project he leads.

His mission statement:
"To drive innovation and deliver customer-focused solutions with an emphasis on continuous learning, leadership, and quality in a positive, collaborative work environment."

His top values include:
- Customer Focus
- Continuous Learning
- Innovation
- Accountability
- Team Collaboration

Anuj Agarwal is an Application Engineering Technical Lead at Vanguard, based in Melbourne, Australia. With 17 years of experience in the software industry, Anuj has worked across diverse domains including telecom, embedded systems, IoT, consumer elec... Show more

Software Engineer with over 2 years of experience in the start-up landscape, understands best practices in web application development and deployment.

Looking to expand connection network, improve soft skills and share what I've experienced so far within my career journey.

Software Engineer with over 2 years of experience in the start-up landscape, understands best practices in web application development and deployment. Looking to expand connection network, improve soft skills and share what I've experienced so far... Show more

Hyomin Kim(Derek) is a SRE engineer at Tetrate, with a passion for enhancing network, Platform Engineering, DevOps, FinOps and security infrastructure in multi-cloud environment. He is Recognized as a Google Developer Expert (GDE) in Korea and Canada, specializing in network and security solutions. He was Proven track record of delivering insightful presentations at major tech conferences such as DevFest and Google I/O Extended, sharing expertise on cloud technologies and best practices.

Hyomin Kim(Derek) is a SRE engineer at Tetrate, with a passion for enhancing network, Platform Engineering, DevOps, FinOps and security infrastructure in multi-cloud environment. He is Recognized as a Google Developer Expert (GDE) in Korea and Canad... Show more

I'm passionate about programming and have a deep love for discovering new things. I'm always looking for alternatives and innovative solutions, driven by my curiosity and desire to learn more.

- K8s, Docker Lover

Love mi Nickname : Paintoxic

My hobbies are playing videogames (WoW | Horde Forever) and riding bike

I'm passionate about programming and have a deep love for discovering new things. I'm always looking for alternatives and innovative solutions, driven by my curiosity and desire to learn more. - K8s, Docker Lover Love mi Nickname : Paintoxic ... Show more

I'm Juntae DeLane, founder of Digital DeLane and the Digital Branding Institute. For years, I've been helping businesses navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, and right now, my focus is intensely on AI marketing. I specialize in crafting strategic frameworks that not only prevent common, costly AI mistakes but also significantly boost ROI. My passion is demystifying AI, showing brands how to effectively integrate these powerful tools for everything from compelling content creation to deep audience engagement, always maintaining that essential human-AI balance.

I'm Juntae DeLane, founder of Digital DeLane and the Digital Branding Institute. For years, I've been helping businesses navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, and right now, my focus is intensely on AI marketing. I specialize in crafting stra... Show more

Born in Tunisia, graduated and first professional experiences in France, Mohamed lives now in Germany since 2013, where he has been doing Consulting for Software vendors, first in the Big Data space, and then in the Cloud native space since 2019.

Born in Tunisia, graduated and first professional experiences in France, Mohamed lives now in Germany since 2013, where he has been doing Consulting for Software vendors, first in the Big Data space, and then in the Cloud native space since 2019. Show more

Over the course of his career, Craig Bonn has dedicated more than thirty years to developing strategies that help investors participate in opportunities outside of traditional markets. He focuses on alternative investments, private equity, and pre-IPO companies. Today, he is the Managing Partner of Harley Capital LLC, an independent broker-dealer, and the Managing Member of Edge Partners LLC, which organizes Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) for accredited investors seeking access to late-stage private companies. His professional record includes exposure to various industries—technology, healthcare, energy, and consumer markets—and early involvement in companies such as Facebook, Databricks, and Anthropic.

Craig’s path began in New York, where he was born and raised, before pursuing his undergraduate education at the University of Hartford. Soon after completing his degree, he joined Lehman Brothers. Working at the firm placed him amid global financial activity, where he learned to evaluate risk, manage portfolios, and advise clients across diverse situations. While the environment was demanding and competitive, it also revealed to him the limitations of conventional financial instruments. He observed that not every client’s long-term goals could be met through traditional markets alone, which inspired him to look more closely at alternatives.

Guided by this insight, Craig established Harley Capital LLC. He aimed to create an independent, transparent, and long-term client service firm. Harley Capital grew into a boutique investment company, serving high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and trusts. Clients of Harley Capital benefit from carefully selected opportunities in areas such as private equity and pre-IPO investments, which are often beyond the reach of conventional investors. The firm emphasizes diversification, clear communication, and fiduciary responsibility as central to its mission.

Craig further extended his professional focus through Edge Partners LLC. At Edge Partners, he applies the SPV model to give accredited investors structured participation in pre-IPO and late-stage venture opportunities. Organized under a Delaware Series LLC, the firm is efficient and flexible while maintaining thorough due diligence. Edge Partners has prioritized investments in fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, and software, which are industries positioned for long-term growth. He oversees acquiring securities in private companies and holding them until liquidity events such as acquisitions or public offerings occur.

His approach to investing emphasizes three pillars: disciplined risk management, appropriate timing, and a long-term vision. Craig believes that successful outcomes require choosing companies with potential and structuring the investments to safeguard participants. His preference for SPVs reflects this philosophy, providing both access to growth and a framework that manages risk.

Beyond pre-IPO markets, Craig has been active in natural gas mineral funds, venture partnerships, hospitality REITs, and specialized financing. His involvement includes WhiteHawk Energy and investments in Outstanding Foods, Braemar Hotels and Resorts, Prospect Capital, and Urica Therapeutics. Each reflects his practice of assessing industries, market conditions, and company fundamentals before committing capital.

Craig has remained committed to philanthropy and community involvement outside his professional roles. He supports organizations such as Pink Aid and Fred’s Team, which fund cancer research and health initiatives. His contributions include both financial support and participation in awareness-building events.

Craig has lived with his wife in Westport, Connecticut, for over 25 years. He is a runner who has completed five marathons, including the New York Marathon. He also enjoys traveling and gaining perspective by engaging with different cultures and economies.

Balancing his career achievements with philanthropy and personal pursuits, Craig Bonn continues to follow a path that reflects dedication, long-term vision, and community engagement.

Over the course of his career, Craig Bonn has dedicated more than thirty years to developing strategies that help investors participate in opportunities outside of traditional markets. He focuses on alternative investments, private equity, and pre-IP... Show more

Russell has worked with people to bring out their best, in ways to improve their value, to overcome challenges and to make those “aha!” moments come to life, in Australia and the US.

Russell’s unicorn-like approaches to people engagement, collaboration and knowledge sharing have been used in his works through diverse areas such as professional consulting, technology strategy, martial arts instruction and even fitness motivation to name a few.

A published author, world explorer, ex-soldier, father, human centered design thinker, student of behavior, with the mind of an architect, the creativity of an artist and the curiosity of a child have helped him to grow from having a mastery of unicorns, but to become the unicorn!

Russell would love to hear more from people who are looking for that unconventional speaker with the rare blend of interests, Aussie accent and stories from all over the world that can make their event fun, engaging and informative.

Russell has worked with people to bring out their best, in ways to improve their value, to overcome challenges and to make those “aha!” moments come to life, in Australia and the US. Russell’s unicorn-like approaches to people engagement, collabo... Show more

Accidental Application Security Architect!

Accidental Application Security Architect! Show more

Avec plus de 6 ans d’expérience en UX/UI et développement web, j’accompagne les entreprises B2B à impact positif à transformer leurs plateformes SaaS et sites e‑commerce en expériences performantes, engageantes et accessibles.

Mon approche repose sur une conviction simple : une solution efficace n’est pas seulement esthétique, elle anticipe les besoins des utilisateurs, facilite leurs parcours et maximise l’impact de votre produit.

Avec plus de 6 ans d’expérience en UX/UI et développement web, j’accompagne les entreprises B2B à impact positif à transformer leurs plateformes SaaS et sites e‑commerce en expériences performantes, engageantes et accessibles. Mon approche repose ... Show more

Marcus is a Frontend Architect with nearly a decade of experience building fast, resilient systems at scale. At Travelpass, he helps lead the architecture behind modern React applications and design systems that power millions of bookings. Beyond performance and UI, Marcus is passionate about designing software that feels personal. He’s currently building Chibi, a human-centered AI assistant that explores what emotionally aware tools could mean for developers.

Marcus is a Frontend Architect with nearly a decade of experience building fast, resilient systems at scale. At Travelpass, he helps lead the architecture behind modern React applications and design systems that power millions of bookings. Beyond per... Show more

Hi, I’m Pooja Vazirani. I work as a Sr. UX Designer at OneTrust and am pursuing my MBA in Data-Driven Decision Making in Miami, FL. My focus has been to design human-centred, privacy-focused experiences that make complex systems feel seamless, secure, and intuitive.

Previously, I was at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where I led UX for enterprise procurement tools used by thousands of B2B customers. I have also built safety-critical interfaces at Motorola Solutions and crafted inclusive, high-impact designs for the University of Michigan Alumni Association, boosting engagement and cutting support requests by over half.

With a background in Human-Computer Interaction and Computer Science, I am passionate about using design to connect the dots between user needs, business goals, and engineering realities. Whether it’s privacy, accessibility, or feedback systems, I love solving messy problems at the intersection of data, ethics, and usability.

Outside of work, I’m a coffee lover, travel enthusiast, and mentor to early-career designers. I’m excited to be part of Agent Con and connect responsibly and creatively with people who believe in designing for the future.

Hi, I’m Pooja Vazirani. I work as a Sr. UX Designer at OneTrust and am pursuing my MBA in Data-Driven Decision Making in Miami, FL. My focus has been to design human-centred, privacy-focused experiences that make complex systems feel seamless, secure... Show more

As a Cloud Solutions Architect at Cloudtech, I design and develop cloud-native applications for customers using AWS serverless technologies. I leverage my AWS certifications and my experience as a former Cloud Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that meet customers’ needs and expectations.

My passion for problem-solving and distributed computing drives me to explore new ways of using technology to improve human life. I have worked on multiple projects involving ETL data pipelines, search engine migrations, container-based deployments, and programmatic workflows, using Python, Django, Flask, Boto3, CloudFormation, Terraform, GitLab CI, and other tools and frameworks.

I also have a strong background in web development, database management, and testing, which I acquired from my previous role as a Senior Software Engineer at ConsultAdd and my Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer/Information Technology from G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering (GHRCE), Nagpur.

As a Cloud Solutions Architect at Cloudtech, I design and develop cloud-native applications for customers using AWS serverless technologies. I leverage my AWS certifications and my experience as a former Cloud Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS) to... Show more

What happens when you mix relentless drive, academic prowess, and an innate knack for reading people? You get Tara Furiani. She isn't just in the people business—she is the people business. With over two decades of transformative leadership under her belt, Tara shatters the conventional, often stodgy, paradigms of HR and corporate culture, bringing humanity back into the workplace.

Sporting dual Master's degrees in Psychology and Organizational Leadership, Tara's academic mettle is as rock-solid as her real-world chops. Her slew of advanced certifications isn't just for show; it’s her toolkit for crafting highly responsive, agile organizations. She’s been the mastermind behind multiple industry-defining shifts during her 13 years as a Chief People Officer for companies valued over $6 billion and employing more than 10,000 people worldwide.

But let's cut through the corporate jargon: Tara is a people champion. She fights for DEI not just as a buzzword but as a way of life, all the way from boardrooms on Earth to the realms of space, serving on NASA's DEI board. For Tara, equity isn't just a corporate initiative; it's a universal mandate.

Still think she’s all business? Think again. A mother of five and a doting partner, Tara knows the real-world application of work-life balance like no other. She's the driving force of her family and the beating heart of her home, roles she embraces with the same vigor as her corporate undertakings.

If you need further proof, lend an ear to her hit podcast, "Not the HR Lady," where she tackles the industry's stale narratives and offers fresh, often revolutionary, perspectives. And don't be fooled by the exec persona; she can drop a Dr. Dre lyric faster than you can say "organizational change."

When you partner with Tara Furiani, you’re not just getting a consultant or a thought leader. You’re aligning with a living, breathing catalyst for meaningful change—in your organization and in your life. Are you ready?

Learn more about Tara Furiani and Not the HR Lady by visiting: www.notthehrlady.com and subscribe to the show at www.youtube.com/c/notthehrlady.

What happens when you mix relentless drive, academic prowess, and an innate knack for reading people? You get Tara Furiani. She isn't just in the people business—she is the people business. With over two decades of transformative leadership under her... Show more

Antonio Perić-Mažar is CEO at Locastic digital agency, based in beautiful Croatian city called Split. Their main focus is to build complex mobile and web platforms for different clients that range from startups to enterprise companies from all over the globe.

He is a proud backend developer that moved into a managerial role after founding Locastic in 2011, since, in a very short period of time the team has grown and they became very popular in the development world.

He is quite a proactive guy - as he is one of the founders of the largest regional Blockchain Conference, he is hosting a free monthly Meetup event in Split, also recently he fell in love with Esports as he owns the best Croatian Counter-Strike team.

During the last few years Antonio also focused on sharing his business and development knowledge with Startups and other Entrepreneurs and he spoke on many conferences including:
2011 - Why Symfony2 framework is good choice? [Web Strategija, Zagreb, Croatia]
2012- Why Symfony2? [ZgPHP, Zagreb, Croatia)
2013 - Symfony workshop [ZgPHP, Zagreb, Croatia)
2013 - Sylius - a new way of developing ecommerce solutions [PHP Conference Croatia, Zagreb, Croatia]
2013 - Symfony workshop [eZSummer Camp, Island Brac, Croatia]
2014 - Building Single page application with Symfony2 And AngularJS [PHPDay Verona, Verona, Italy]
2014 - Sylius Introduction [PHPDay Verona, unconference track, Verona, Italy]
2014 - Sylius as Ecommerce solution [WebCampLjubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia]
2014 - Started Symfony User Group Croatia
2014 - Building Restful API with Symfony2 [WebSummerCamp, Rovinj, Croatia]
2014 - Building Single page application with Symfony2 and AngularJS [ZgPhp, Zagreb, Croatia]
2014 - Mentoring Startups at Shift Conference [Shift Conference, Split, Croatia]
2015 - Croatia entrepreneurship conference 3P - how to build a successful company [3P conference, Split, Croatia]
2015 - Mentoring Startups at Shift Conference [Shift Conference, Split, Croatia]
2015 - Using Sylius as an eCommerce solution with eZ [WebSummerCamp, Rovinj, Croatia]
2015 - A recipe for effective leadership [Better Software Italy, Florence, Italy]
2015 - Building Real Time applications with PHP - [Symfony Camp, Kiev, Ukraine]
2016 - Croatia entrepreneurship conference 3P - why quality services are the most important thing [3P conference, Split, Croatia]
2016 - How we build and lead our company? [Summer Jam Croatia, Pakostane, Croatia]
2016 - Using Sylius in production [Symfony Croatia Meetup, Zagreb, Croatia]
2016 - Maintainable + Extensible = Clean ... yes, Code! [Symfony Camp, Kiev, Ukraine]
2017 - Co-Founded Tinel Meetup [Split, Croatia]
2017 - Drupal8 for Symfony Developers [PHPUK, London, United Kingdom]
2017 - Progressive web applications are here! [Dump Days, Split, Croatia]
2017 - Panel discussion: Developers - most wanted profession in the world [Dump Days, Split, Croatia]
2017 - Drupal8 for Symfony Developers [PHPDay Verona, Verona, Italy]
2017 - Symfony more in depth with events and services (workshop) [DEVit, Thessaloniki, Greece)
2017 - Lessons learned while developing with Sylius [Symfony Croatia Meetup, Zagreb, Croatia]
2017 - Drupal8 for Symfony developers workshop [DutchPHP, Amsterdam, Netherland]
2017 - Drupal8 for Symfony developers [DutchPHP, Amsterdam, Netherland]
2017 - Building APIs in an easy way using API Platform (workshop) [WebSummerCamp, Rovinj, Croatia]
2018 - Go Mobile, or Go Home (TNT Split, Split, Croatia)
2018 - Real REST is easy with Api Platform (workshop) [PHPDay Verona, Verona, Italy]
2018 - Symfony 4: the new way of developing web application [CodeID, Odessa, Ukraine]
2018 - Panel discussion, state of Industry [Digital Labin, Labin, Croatia]
2018 - Real REST is easy with Api Platform (workshop) [WebCampZg, Zagreb, Croatia]
2018 - Progressive web apps are here! [Symfony Camp, Kiev, Ukraine]
2018 - Service workers are your best friends! [GrowIT, Novi Sad, Serbia]
2019 - A year with PWA [DevConMU, Mauritius]
2019 - REST easy with API platform [DevConMU, Mauritius]
2019 - The UI is the Application [Weblica 2019, Čakovec, Croatia]
2019 - A year with progressive web applications [Weblica 2019, Čakovec, Croatia]
2019 - Symfony 4: A new way to develop applications [PHPSerbia 2019, Belgrade, Serbia]
2019 - Panel discussion: How to start working with international clients from Split [ShiftDev 2019, Split, Croatia]
2019 - Symfony 4: A new way to develop applications [International PHP Conference 2019, Berlin, Germany]
2019 - A year with progressive web applications [Webinale 2019, Berlin, Germany]
2019 - The UI is the Application [DutchPHP 2019, Amsterdam, Netherland]
2019 - The UI is the Application [Tinel Meetup, Split, Croatia]
2019 - REST easy with API platform [PHPERS SUMMIT 2019, Poznan, Poland]
2019 - Symfony 4: A new way to develop applications [PHPERS SUMMIT 2019, Poznan, Poland]
2019 - Is SCRUM good for agencies? [Kulendayz 2019, Osijek, Croatia]
2019 - Web Payment API a new way of paying online [Kulendayz 2019, Osijek, Croatia]
2019 - Are you failing at being agile? [Digtal Labin, Labin, Croatia]
2019 - Using API platform to build a ticketing system (translations, time zones, ...) [Symfony Day, Verona, Italy]
2019 - Web Payment API a new way of paying online [IPC 2019, Munich, Germany]
2019 - REST easy with API platform [Phpcon 2019, Szczyrk, Poland]
2019 - Using API Platform to build a ticketing system [SymfonyCon, Amsterdam, Netherland]

Antonio Perić-Mažar is CEO at Locastic digital agency, based in beautiful Croatian city called Split. Their main focus is to build complex mobile and web platforms for different clients that range from startups to enterprise companies from all over t... Show more

Fred is a SharePoint Solutions Architect and Microsoft Certified Professional. With over 20 years of IT experience, he has developed solutions for clients across the globe. He's been a part of the SharePoint community since 2007 and enjoys using his creativity to solve problems. He's a visionary, world traveler, author, and avid Blockchain enthusiast.

Fred is a SharePoint Solutions Architect and Microsoft Certified Professional. With over 20 years of IT experience, he has developed solutions for clients across the globe. He's been a part of the SharePoint community since 2007 and enjoys using his ... Show more

I'm an AI engineer focused on building automation-driven systems and experimenting with AI-powered workflows. With hands-on experience designing structured, workflow-oriented applications and exploring LLM-based agent patterns, I'm particularly interested in evaluation frameworks, orchestration strategies, and engineering AI systems that improve through measurable feedback rather than manual prompt tuning.

I'm an AI engineer focused on building automation-driven systems and experimenting with AI-powered workflows. With hands-on experience designing structured, workflow-oriented applications and exploring LLM-based agent patterns, I'm particularly inter... Show more

Shekhar is a seasoned open-source developer and advocate, with contributions to SymPy, NumPy, SciPy, Bundler, and as the author of daru and daru-view in the SciRuby ecosystem. A two-time Google Summer of Code alumnus (2016, 2017) and former SciRuby org admin, he has mentored across multiple open-source communities. He has spoken at leading conferences, including RubyConf, PyCon, ApacheCon, and Community Over Code, alongside regional tech meetups. Currently, he is a Senior Software Engineer at Salesforce, driving innovation in Unified Inteligence Platform.

Shekhar is a seasoned open-source developer and advocate, with contributions to SymPy, NumPy, SciPy, Bundler, and as the author of daru and daru-view in the SciRuby ecosystem. A two-time Google Summer of Code alumnus (2016, 2017) and former SciRuby o... Show more

I’m a Partner at Civitta and a product leader with over eight years of experience building and scaling digital products across SaaS, event technology, and AI-powered solutions. Throughout my career, I’ve worked on products ranging from event marketing platforms to AI automation tools, including AI Front Desk and several products within the Banzai ecosystem.

My work focuses on translating complex business problems into meaningful, user-centered solutions. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams of product managers, designers, and engineers to turn ideas into products that create real value for users and businesses.

Beyond my professional work, I actively contribute to the product community through research, writing, and speaking. I’ve spoken at events such as the European Product Summit and regularly share insights on product leadership, customer interviews, and collaboration between product and UX teams.

I’m passionate about building products that truly resonate with users and about helping teams create environments where experimentation, learning, and innovation thrive.

I’m a Partner at Civitta and a product leader with over eight years of experience building and scaling digital products across SaaS, event technology, and AI-powered solutions. Throughout my career, I’ve worked on products ranging from event marketin... Show more

Brian Platt is Partner and Director of Public Policy for UMusic Hotels Development (UMHD), a real estate development company created in partnership with Universal Music Group. The organization develops music and entertainment hubs in cities across North America, bringing together culture, economic development, and collaboration between the public and private sectors. These hubs include performance venues, recording studios, a music school, and Universal Music Group-branded luxury hotels and residences. The projects are designed to serve as spaces for creativity, idea exchange, and music tourism, while helping emerging artists and the next generation of talent gain greater visibility in the music industry.

Before joining UMHD, Brian spent 12 years working in city government, most notably as City Manager for Kansas City, Missouri, and Jersey City, New Jersey. In Kansas City, he served as City Manager and helped launch and manage more than $5 billion in redevelopment projects in less than 5 years. This period marked significant growth and development across the city. He also introduced sustainability initiatives, including planting 10,000 trees within three years and advancing plans for one of the largest solar arrays in the United States to strengthen long-term environmental resilience.

In Jersey City, Brian first worked as Chief Innovation Officer and later served as Business Administrator and City Manager. In this role, he helped the city reach record levels of housing construction, comparable to those in Manhattan, New York City. In both cities, he focused on improving core municipal services, including increasing street resurfacing and strengthening snow removal operations. He also worked to improve the quality of life for low-income families and individuals experiencing homelessness by expanding access to supportive resources.

Earlier in his career, he worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company and served as a kindergarten teacher through Teach For America. He also volunteered as an Emergency Medical Responder with United Rescue in Jersey City and spent 10 years as a volunteer firefighter in his hometown of Mountain Lakes, NJ.

Brian Platt earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Emory University in Georgia and later completed a Master’s in Public Administration at Columbia University in New York. Throughout his career, he has received recognition for leadership, academic achievement, and public service.

Brian Platt is Partner and Director of Public Policy for UMusic Hotels Development (UMHD), a real estate development company created in partnership with Universal Music Group. The organization develops music and entertainment hubs in cities across No... Show more

私はluccafort（ルッカフォートと読みます）です。
Ruby、Go、PHP、TypeScriptが好きなソフトウェア開発者であり、組織の技術発信をいい感じにする技術広報です。

2020年からマネーフォワード 京都開発拠点で働くソフトウェアエンジニアです。
2021年からは技術広報としてエンジニアの取り組みを社内に広める活動や社外に広報する活動に従事しています。

2020年にオーガナイザーとしてKyoto.goを発足させ、2022年にオーガナイザーから退き、2023年からKyoto.rbのオーガナイザーに就任し停滞していたコミュニティ活動をリブートしました。
また、Go Conferenceの運営メンバーの1名としても活動しています。

https://luccafort.hatenablog.com/
https://twitter.com/luccafort
https://github.com/luccafort

私はluccafort（ルッカフォートと読みます）です。 Ruby、Go、PHP、TypeScriptが好きなソフトウェア開発者であり、組織の技術発信をいい感じにする技術広報です。 2020年からマネーフォワード 京都開発拠点で働くソフトウェアエンジニアです。 2021年からは技術広報としてエンジニアの取り組みを社内に広める活動や社外に広報する活動に従事しています。 2020年にオーガナイザーとしてKyoto.goを発足させ、2022年にオーガナイザーから退き、2023年からKy... Show more

David Leslie is a Lead Software Engineer in Test at Flight Safety International with a testing career that stretches back to the age of the CompuServe CD-ROM. He's navigated QA challenges across mobile apps and middleware systems at companies ranging from AOL, OCLC and Express to early-stage startups, picking up a PMP certification and plenty of testing horror stories along the way. When he's not testing software, he flies drones (FAA Part 107 certified), serves as an Aerospace Education Officer with the U.S. Civil Air Patrol, and studies the intersection of technology and education at the University of Alabama's New College LifeTrack.

David Leslie is a Lead Software Engineer in Test at Flight Safety International with a testing career that stretches back to the age of the CompuServe CD-ROM. He's navigated QA challenges across mobile apps and middleware systems at companies ranging... Show more