Aditi is a certified Agile Coach, Scaled Agilist, and Scrum Master with over 15 years of experience in the IT industry across India, South Africa, and Germany. She began her career as a developer, then moved into testing, and, driven by her people-oriented nature, transitioned into project and Agile leadership.
She specializes in facilitating hands-on Agile trainings and interactive games that help teams improve collaboration, ownership, and performance. Known for her enthusiasm and engaging style, she brings energy, creativity, and practical insights into every session. A professionally trained dancer with a passion for travel and art, she often draws inspiration from movement and storytelling to make Agile leadership tangible, memorable, and fun.

Aditi is a certified Agile Coach, Scaled Agilist, and Scrum Master with over 15 years of experience in the IT industry across India, South Africa, and Germany. She began her career as a developer, then moved into testing, and, driven by her people-or... Show more

Hello, I'm Rucha Ramchandra Kapare, an Agile enthusiast with a decade of experience in software and product development. Currently, I am Head of the Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion(DEI)Data team at Springer Nature.

😇 I firmly believe diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to creating a productive and innovative workplace. As an Agile practitioner, I strive to incorporate DEI principles into the Agile framework to create more inclusive and collaborative teams. I am also committed to allyship and researcher diversity and have spoken at several conferences.

📝As a leader in Business Analysis and Agile methodologies, I enjoy facilitating workshops and meetings that help organisations embrace change and drive innovation. Being a Business Agility Meetup leader gives me ample opportunities to facilitate, share and learn.

I am a travel freak and love reading, and it's been an old love reunion during the pandemic. I relate to many social causes, and you will find me working for these in my free time or chilling with my parents and family.

Hello, I'm Rucha Ramchandra Kapare, an Agile enthusiast with a decade of experience in software and product development. Currently, I am Head of the Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion(DEI)Data team at Springer Nature. 😇 I firmly believe diversi... Show more

Silvia Roma Miller (they/she) is a librarian with 8 years of experience in the Theme park and tourism industry. They currently work at the Newton Free Library. When not at work, they are probably hanging out with their cat, InkyCat, or watching a WNBA game.

Silvia Roma Miller (they/she) is a librarian with 8 years of experience in the Theme park and tourism industry. They currently work at the Newton Free Library. When not at work, they are probably hanging out with their cat, InkyCat, or watching a WNB... Show more

Former Owner of The SARK Tech.
Professional Programmer.
Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller.

Former Owner of The SARK Tech. Professional Programmer. Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller. Show more

Veerle is a human-centric testing specialist who loves talking to others about what makes software good. Convinced that technology should work for people, not the other way around, she's focused on the humans behind the software, ethics in tech and core skills for IT professionals. To support this, she puts her background in education to work by creating and facilitating workshops that help teams to streamline their ways of working and testing processes. When she's not exploring systems, she likes to explore Europe by train, by boat, and on her motorbike.

Veerle is a human-centric testing specialist who loves talking to others about what makes software good. Convinced that technology should work for people, not the other way around, she's focused on the humans behind the software, ethics in tech and c... Show more

Après des études à Sophia Antipolis, j’ai embrassé une carrière d’ingénieur informatique très technique. J’ai rejoint Amadeus en 2014 pour y déployer des outils et, de transformation en transformation, j’ai fini par m’embarquer dans l’aventure des Communautés de Pratique, au point d’en faire aujourd’hui ma spécialité.

Après des études à Sophia Antipolis, j’ai embrassé une carrière d’ingénieur informatique très technique. J’ai rejoint Amadeus en 2014 pour y déployer des outils et, de transformation en transformation, j’ai fini par m’embarquer dans l’aventure des Co... Show more

My name is Sowmya, a high school student in Chennai bridging the gap between psychology and technology. I am the creator of NeuralGuard, an AI intervention for OCD using Google’s Gemini to introduce "therapeutic friction." Unlike typical business founders, my clinical-first approach is shaped by my research on procrastination and work with the Karna Vidya Foundation. My goal for 2026 is to utilize the Google and NIMHANS ecosystems to turn my vision into a scalable mental health solution.

My name is Sowmya, a high school student in Chennai bridging the gap between psychology and technology. I am the creator of NeuralGuard, an AI intervention for OCD using Google’s Gemini to introduce "therapeutic friction." Unlike typical business fou... Show more

Soy una apasionada profesional en constante búsqueda de desafíos en el mundo de la tecnología, con una sólida formación en Administración de Negocios Internacionales y un perfil destacado como Desarrolladora Senior Frontend. Mi trayectoria está marcada por un incansable espíritu de superación, respaldado por la próxima obtención de una Maestría en Ingeniería de Software y Sistemas Informáticos, y certificación como scrum master. Como líder de la comunidad Pioneras Dev en Bucaramanga, me enorgullece promover la inclusión y la diversidad en la industria tecnológica, mientras comparto mi pasión por la innovación con otros profesionales. Mi amor por viajar se entrelaza con mi carrera, proporcionándome inspiración constante y ampliando mis horizontes tanto personal como profesionalmente. Estoy comprometida a seguir creciendo y contribuyendo al mundo tecnológico con determinación.

Soy una apasionada profesional en constante búsqueda de desafíos en el mundo de la tecnología, con una sólida formación en Administración de Negocios Internacionales y un perfil destacado como Desarrolladora Senior Frontend. Mi trayectoria está marca... Show more

I am a skilled community manager with a proven track record of successfully creating and cultivating online communities. My exceptional communication and interpersonal skills enable me to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and establish positive relationships.

As a proactive and collaborative team player, I am committed to delivering outstanding outcomes while continually seeking opportunities to enhance user experiences and boost community engagement. My in-depth understanding of social media platforms and community management best practices further strengthens my ability to drive results.

Outside of my professional pursuits, I enjoy pursuing my personal interests, such as traveling, sleeping, and savoring delicious meals.

I am a skilled community manager with a proven track record of successfully creating and cultivating online communities. My exceptional communication and interpersonal skills enable me to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and establis... Show more

I am a Solution Architect at Essent & an Associate Manager Data & AI at Accenture, with a passion to unlock value from data.
My main area of expertise lies within the fields of Big Data Analytics, Stream Processing, Cloud Architecture, Microservices and Integrations.
When not architecting or programming, I like to travel and enjoying quality time with family.

Contact and references:
sami.alashabi@essent.nl / sami.alashabi@accenture.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sami-alashabi/

I am a Solution Architect at Essent & an Associate Manager Data & AI at Accenture, with a passion to unlock value from data. My main area of expertise lies within the fields of Big Data Analytics, Stream Processing, Cloud Architecture, Microservices... Show more

Sailendra is the Vice President of Product Management at Back Market, a France-based global online marketplace for refurbished electronics, operating in 18 countries worldwide.

With a career that began in software engineering nearly two decades ago, Sailendra’s journey has been defined by a relentless drive to build products that matter. After earning his MBA, he transitioned into product management, where he discovered his true calling, leading teams to transform ideas into impact.

Over the past ten years, Sailendra has led global product teams across India, Europe, the USA, and the UK at industry-leading companies like MakeMyTrip, Indeed, and Spotahome. His expertise spans online marketplaces, payments, data science, and leadership, yet it's his passion for building empowered, high-trust teams that truly defines his approach.

Sailendra believes that great products are born at the intersection of empathy, data, and bold vision. Guided by his personal mantra, “Explore, Express, Evolve”, he is committed to shaping the future of commerce through innovation that is sustainable, inclusive, and meaningful.

Sailendra is the Vice President of Product Management at Back Market, a France-based global online marketplace for refurbished electronics, operating in 18 countries worldwide. With a career that began in software engineering nearly two decades ag... Show more

Hi! My name is Kazi, and I'm currently pursuing computer science at Queens College with a growing interest in AI, product management, and software engineering.

I bring strong experience in technical program management and software engineering through my work at Pure Storage, Sparc, and Conatix Cysana. This upcoming summer, I'm interning at Google as a technical program manager on the security team.

My major areas of focus are distributed systems, backend development (Java, Flask), and mobile app development (Kotlin) to underrepresented individuals! I’m also experienced in assembly language, Python, and SQL.

I have ~ 2 years of experience in venture capital, working with GoAhead Ventures at Stanford University to source 10+ tech startups.

I’m deeply committed to increasing representation in tech. I co-founded the BISESJ Mentorship Program, where I served as a tutor and mentor for 3 years along with 10 other students. I love to mentor college students break into tech from underrepresented backgrounds!

I’m excited to continue exploring AI, product and program management, software engineering, and consulting. Feel free to reach out via email at Kazihossain416@gmail.com

Hi! My name is Kazi, and I'm currently pursuing computer science at Queens College with a growing interest in AI, product management, and software engineering. I bring strong experience in technical program management and software engineering thr... Show more

I'm a software engineer with 10+ years of experience, passionate about building scalable systems and contributing to open-source. I enjoy the challenge of designing core components for data automation, developing robust systems, and creating efficient client libraries (SDKs). Recently, I've been diving deep into machine learning, building a model to predict product health. It's mind-blowing to see AI doing its thing! I'm also super excited to be sharing what I've learned about Vertex AI, generative AI, and all things Google Cloud at GDG Kathmandu.

I'm a software engineer with 10+ years of experience, passionate about building scalable systems and contributing to open-source. I enjoy the challenge of designing core components for data automation, developing robust systems, and creating efficie... Show more

Kyle Edmiston, CDME, is president and CEO of Visit Lake Charles and a nationally recognized leader in the travel and tourism industry with nearly two decades of experience. Known for his strategic vision and collaborative leadership style, he has played a key role in elevating Southwest Louisiana on regional, national, and international stages while strengthening partnerships across the community. His service includes leadership roles with Destinations International, Brand USA, U.S. Travel Association, Travel South USA, and the Louisiana Association of CVBs. His honors include the 2023 Destination Organization Leadership Award, the Marion “Butch” Fox Advocacy Award, and recognition as National State Tourism Director of the Year. He currently serves as chair-elect of the 2025–26 Destinations International Board of Directors.

Kyle Edmiston, CDME, is president and CEO of Visit Lake Charles and a nationally recognized leader in the travel and tourism industry with nearly two decades of experience. Known for his strategic vision and collaborative leadership style, he has pla... Show more

Sarah Hughes is a 2025 Inside Business 40 Under 40 honoree, is Vice President of Marketing & Communications at VisitNorfolk. With 13+ years in travel and tourism marketing and 7+ years shaping Norfolk’s destination strategy, she is passionate about using creativity and community engagement to showcase the city’s culture, history, and local businesses. A graduate of Old Dominion University, Sarah started her career in PR and advertising before joining VisitNorfolk, where she helps connect visitors with experiences that support the local economy. She is actively involved in regional and national tourism initiatives, including the Coastal Virginia Tourism Alliance, Destinations International, and the Hampton Roads Chamber. When she’s not promoting Norfolk, Sarah enjoys exploring the outdoors, traveling, and sharing adventures with family and friends.

Sarah Hughes is a 2025 Inside Business 40 Under 40 honoree, is Vice President of Marketing & Communications at VisitNorfolk. With 13+ years in travel and tourism marketing and 7+ years shaping Norfolk’s destination strategy, she is passionate about u... Show more

Kathryn “Kat” Hyatt is the Vice President of Marketing at Visit Corpus Christi, where she has spent the past five years leading award-winning destination marketing efforts. With a strong pre-agency background, Kat brings deep expertise in digital performance and data-driven strategy to every campaign. She oversees communications, content, and marketing operations and is recognized as a leader in travel and tourism marketing.

Kat was named a 2025 Emerging Marketing Star by eTourism Summit and has spoken at national industry conferences, including the DI MarCom and eTourism Summit. She is a Certified Tourism Executive (CTE) through the Texas Travel Alliance and a proud graduate of Baylor University—go Bears. Her work includes leading the accessibility initiative that made Corpus Christi the first Gulf Coast destination to earn Destination Verified Accreditation from Wheel the World, setting a new standard for inclusive and accessible destination marketing.

Kathryn “Kat” Hyatt is the Vice President of Marketing at Visit Corpus Christi, where she has spent the past five years leading award-winning destination marketing efforts. With a strong pre-agency background, Kat brings deep expertise in digital per... Show more

I'm a DevOps & Cloud Native engineer who is passionate about learning and sharing knowledge on Cloud Native Technologies. Spent 4 years 🌟 developing the skills to increase velocity, reliability, and quality with a high focus on security to help startups and enterprise businesses to become successful. Deep experience with EKS, AKS, GKE, Docker, Kubernetes, Service Meshes, Git-Ops and Open-stack, helping organizations instill DevOps for the modern age. I’m passionate about making open-source more accessible, creating technology to elevate people, and building communities. I’m also a Community Ambassador at Layer5/Cloud Native Islamabad & Cloud Native Expert at Ortelius Open Source Community.

I'm a DevOps & Cloud Native engineer who is passionate about learning and sharing knowledge on Cloud Native Technologies. Spent 4 years 🌟 developing the skills to increase velocity, reliability, and quality with a high focus on security to help star... Show more

* Software engineer with a master's degree in Computer Science acquired at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Cracow. Working mostly on backend solutions in Java. Cloud solutions enthusiast, focused mainly on AWS.

* Guest lecturer leading Artificial Intelligence course at the Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria.

* Ex-member of the AI ​​subgroup for global outreach at the Polish Chancellery of the Prime Minister.

* Speaker at international conferences related to AI.

* Speaker at domestic conferences and events related to Java & Soft Skills.

* Out-of-hours fan of opera, musicals, choirs and stage performances in general.

* Software engineer with a master's degree in Computer Science acquired at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Cracow. Working mostly on backend solutions in Java. Cloud solutions enthusiast, focused mainly on AWS. * Guest lecturer lea... Show more

I am a senior iOS and macOS engineering leader with 17+ years of industry experience designing, building, and evaluating large-scale software systems used in production environments. My background spans Apple, BlueJeans by Verizon, and Gusto, where I have led critical initiatives across mobile, desktop, and real-time communication platforms.

In addition to industry leadership, I have few technical research papers in IJCA and IEEE, focused on iOS system behavior, performance engineering, and architectural optimization. This combination of peer-reviewed research and real-world product execution enables me to evaluate technical work with both academic rigor and practical relevance.

I am a senior iOS and macOS engineering leader with 17+ years of industry experience designing, building, and evaluating large-scale software systems used in production environments. My background spans Apple, BlueJeans by Verizon, and Gusto, where I... Show more

Tech professional from a non-Tech background. Musician. Composer.

Tech professional from a non-Tech background. Musician. Composer. Show more

Simran Harish Dhameja is an Indian Entrepreneur and public speaker who started her journey in the startup world at 19 year old. With over 8 years of experience in IT, e-commerce, and business development, she has built, scaled, and managed multiple ventures turning ideas into massively scaled businesses.

She is the Founder and CEO of Shark En, an IT and business development company that helps startups, e-commerce brands, and creators scale through technology, automation, and growth strategy .Under her leadership, Shark En has supported businesses across India in launching, scaling, and systemising their growth journeys.

As a public speaker, Simran has delivered 100+ sessions and keynotes across India — including college tours and talks for Google and the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) she has trained and inspired thousands of students, entrepreneurs, and business owners on topics like startup growth, AI for business, scaling e-commerce , and personal brand and to young entrepreneurs and students as well on embracing technology, innovation, AI and business.

Her mission is to empower India’s youth to build scalable, tech-driven businesses and and become leaders of tomorrow through real-world education and entrepreneurial awareness.

Simran Harish Dhameja is an Indian Entrepreneur and public speaker who started her journey in the startup world at 19 year old. With over 8 years of experience in IT, e-commerce, and business development, she has built, scaled, and managed multiple ... Show more

Software Architect and Security Researcher

Software Architect and Security Researcher Show more

George is VP of Engineering at loveholidays, where he's been since August 2019. Before that he held engineering positions at DRW, Forward Internet Group, ThoughtWorks and others.

George is VP of Engineering at loveholidays, where he's been since August 2019. Before that he held engineering positions at DRW, Forward Internet Group, ThoughtWorks and others. Show more

Chiamaka Ichoku is a Senior Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant with experience leading Procure-to-Pay and financial transformation projects across Europe. She blends business understanding with process design to help organisations simplify operations and unlock measurable value. Chiamaka is passionate about empowering teams, improving user experiences, and making digital transformation human, practical, and accessible.

Chiamaka Ichoku is a Senior Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Functional Consultant with experience leading Procure-to-Pay and financial transformation projects across Europe. She blends business understanding with process design to help organisation... Show more

More than 22 years of experience in devoloping internet technologies to deliver performance engineering solutions for billion-dollar global applications systems.Profound understanding of business imperatives, sensitivities, and an array of methodologies, ensuring adaptability and strategic foresight in complex project environments.

More than 22 years of experience in devoloping internet technologies to deliver performance engineering solutions for billion-dollar global applications systems.Profound understanding of business imperatives, sensitivities, and an array of methodolog... Show more

Sean Alaback is Head of Development and Solutions Architecture at Fragomen’s Global Development Lab, where he leads a global team of engineers and architects building scalable, cloud-native platforms that power Fragomen’s immigration and mobility solutions. Sean focuses on empowering teams through clarity, collaboration, and accountability. He drives the firm’s transition from monolithic to distributed systems, fostering innovation grounded in security, compliance, and technical excellence while aligning technology strategy with global business goals.

Sean Alaback is Head of Development and Solutions Architecture at Fragomen’s Global Development Lab, where he leads a global team of engineers and architects building scalable, cloud-native platforms that power Fragomen’s immigration and mobility sol... Show more

I'm a product leader with nearly 20 years of experience building AI-driven products at companies like Microsoft, Nuance, and TripAdvisor. I specialize in pre-Product Market Fit, working in high-uncertainty contexts where strategy, speed, and clarity are critical.

I'm a product leader with nearly 20 years of experience building AI-driven products at companies like Microsoft, Nuance, and TripAdvisor. I specialize in pre-Product Market Fit, working in high-uncertainty contexts where strategy, speed, and clarity ... Show more

Nitin Kumar is the Director of Data Science and GenAI at Marriott International, where he leads large-scale AI initiatives spanning marketing, customer engagement, and operational excellence. His work focuses on bringing Generative AI and intelligent agentic systems from concept to enterprise deployment, enabling real business impact across diverse functions. He is also an active speaker and contributor at leading AI and data science forums, sharing insights on innovation, governance, and the future of AI in business transformation.

Nitin Kumar is the Director of Data Science and GenAI at Marriott International, where he leads large-scale AI initiatives spanning marketing, customer engagement, and operational excellence. His work focuses on bringing Generative AI and intelligent... Show more

Nicolò Pignatelli is a seasoned engineering leader currently serving at Heyflow, a fast-growing no-code lead generation platform powered by AI. Since joining their engineering leadership team, he’s driving the development of the next-generation interactive funnels and forms that empower marketers globally. Prior to Heyflow, Nicolò was Director of Engineering for the Traveler Group at GetYourGuide, where he scaled engineering operations for a unicorn in the travel experiences space.

Across both scaleups, he’s known for his expertise in management, software design, and building high-performing teams that deliver product differentiation through superior user experience.

In addition to his day job, Nicolò is a book author, startup mentor and coach, guiding founders through the gritty early stages of building their tech products from 0 to 1 and beyond.

Nicolò Pignatelli is a seasoned engineering leader currently serving at Heyflow, a fast-growing no-code lead generation platform powered by AI. Since joining their engineering leadership team, he’s driving the development of the next-generation inter... Show more

Design and Code are my pillars

Design and Code are my pillars Show more