I’m a Senior IT Internal Auditor at American Express Global Business Travel, specializing in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks including ISO 27001, SOX, and PCI DSS. As a cybersecurity professional who began with hands-on skills in penetration testing, exploit development, and digital forensics before choosing a career in governance, risk, and compliance, I bring a hacker’s mindset into the world of audits.

I’m also the author of a top-ranked digital forensics blog on the Autopsy tool, with over 75,000 views and the #1 spot on Google. Today, I lead the integration of Generative AI into internal audit processes, architecting a multi-phase roadmap that transforms legacy governance systems into dynamic, AI-powered frameworks. Alongside strategy, I actively design techniques for generating highly targeted GenAI prompts, enabling audit teams to extract precise, actionable intelligence while reducing noise and false positives.

By combining hacker-style curiosity with AI-driven execution, I offer a unique perspective on the future of IT audits. My talks challenge the perception of audits as checklist exercises and present a vision for Offensive Audits, where we leverage AI to redefine assurance as resilience-building rather than compliance alone.

I’m a Senior IT Internal Auditor at American Express Global Business Travel, specializing in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks including ISO 27001, SOX, and PCI DSS. As a cybersecurity professional who began with ha... Show more

leading the Data, Analytics & AI practice across the Middle East.
I work with enterprises, governments, and digital-first organizations to design and operationalize enterprise AI solutions that deliver measurable business impact. My focus is on scaling AI beyond proof-of-concepts into secure, governed, and production-ready ecosystems.
My expertise spans:
• Enterprise AI Strategy & Transformation
• Generative AI, LLMs & Agentic AI Systems
• AI Platforms, AI Engineering & MLOps
• Data Platforms & Modern Analytics Architectures
• Intelligent Automation & Decision Intelligence
• AI Governance, Responsible AI & Enterprise Security
Previously part of Inception AI (G42), where I led large-scale AI engineering initiatives focused on sovereign AI platforms, enterprise AI systems, and agent-based architectures within regulated cloud environments.
Key initiatives include:
• Executive AI decision intelligence platforms with conversational AI, Arabic AI capabilities, speech-to-text, and retrieval-based systems
• Real-time executive intelligence and operational insight platforms
• Multilingual media and narrative intelligence systems
• Enterprise AI agent enablement platforms for large-scale adoption
• AI Centers of Excellence and enterprise AI operating models
My approach is execution-focused: build scalable systems, validate quickly, and align AI with real business outcomes. I believe enterprise AI should be practical, trusted, secure, and built for scale.
Open to connecting with leaders and organizations driving AI transformation, enterprise intelligence, and next-generation digital platforms.

leading the Data, Analytics & AI practice across the Middle East. I work with enterprises, governments, and digital-first organizations to design and operationalize enterprise AI solutions that deliver measurable business impact. My focus is on scal... Show more

Brian A. Randell has been building software solutions for almost 40 years. He's the co-author of Essential DevOps and as a Partner at MCW Technologies, he educates teams on Microsoft technologies via writing and training—both in-person and on-demand. He’s been a consultant for companies small and large, worldwide, including Fortune 100 companies like Microsoft. Brian took a four year break from consulting and worked at GitHub as a Staff Developer Advocate but is back building AI-enabled solutions. Brian is a passionate software craftsman who still enjoys coding as he helps teams to improve their processes from idea to release. He was a Microsoft MVP for 17 years and has co-authored books, written magazine articles, and more. When not working, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife, two children, dog, and extended family.

Brian A. Randell has been building software solutions for almost 40 years. He's the co-author of Essential DevOps and as a Partner at MCW Technologies, he educates teams on Microsoft technologies via writing and training—both in-person and on-demand.... Show more

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped his combined expertise in technical and business realms.

Over the past 20 years, Fernandez has overseen more than 250 projects across four continents and 25 countries, delivering technical solutions in content, commerce, mobile, and martech for some of the world’s most renowned companies. From writing code as a developer and designing systems as an architect to training teams, serving as a CTO, advising global enterprises, defining product roadmaps, and developing marketing strategies, he has taken on nearly every role in technology and digital innovation.

Fernandez has led multicultural teams of managers, content experts, engineers, strategists, and architects (he is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English). His professional mission is to constantly close the gap between business vision and technical execution. His work in media, retail, banking, hospitality, telecoms, and technology has given him a comprehensive view of the possibilities and challenges businesses face in the digital age.

Currently serving as Executive Director of Technology in VML, Fernandez is focused on the future of content, marketing, and automation platforms, investigating how companies can produce, distribute, and profit from emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, composable architectures, and data-driven personalization.

With a broad, multidisciplinary background in software development, architecture, product ownership, and marketing, Fernandez is a gifted technology leader. He holds degrees in informatics and computer science and a Master’s in Finance, which shaped ... Show more

I lead the AI Agents team at WisdomAI, where I build production AI agent systems and work on agent architecture, reliability, evaluation, and efficiency. Previously, I worked at Samsung Research HQ in South Korea on multimodal AI and 5G/6G systems, and later co-founded an AI startup. My work spans AI agents, LLM systems, distributed systems, and production ML infrastructure. I hold a B.Tech. in Computer Science from IIT Delhi.

I lead the AI Agents team at WisdomAI, where I build production AI agent systems and work on agent architecture, reliability, evaluation, and efficiency. Previously, I worked at Samsung Research HQ in South Korea on multimodal AI and 5G/6G systems, a... Show more

Mohammed Amine Elmeknassi is a Release Manager, Application Manager and Scrum Master at NTT DATA Europe & Latam, where he leads the delivery of critical applications for clients such as Orange Belgium, Arsenal FC and UN Volunteers. A former Tech Lead, he brings nearly 9 years of experience spanning software development and IT project delivery, and holds a Master's in Project Management and Information Systems Governance (ENSI). He is also the outgoing curator of the Global Shapers Mohammedia Hub (World Economic Forum), where he led a mental health project selected among the top 16 projects worldwide in 2024.

Mohammed Amine Elmeknassi is a Release Manager, Application Manager and Scrum Master at NTT DATA Europe & Latam, where he leads the delivery of critical applications for clients such as Orange Belgium, Arsenal FC and UN Volunteers. A former Tech Lead... Show more

Avi Tsadok has worked in iOS development for 14 years and is currently the mobile team lead at Melio Payments. As an accomplished iOS developer, Avi has contributed to cutting-edge apps like "Any.do" and is one of the most well-known iOS development book authors in the world, having written five books on Swift and iOS development, along with dozens of tutorials and articles. He has also shared his expertise as a speaker at several conferences. Avi resides in Tel Mond, Israel, with his wife Tammy and their two children.

Avi Tsadok has worked in iOS development for 14 years and is currently the mobile team lead at Melio Payments. As an accomplished iOS developer, Avi has contributed to cutting-edge apps like "Any.do" and is one of the most well-known iOS development ... Show more

I’m a Full Stack Engineer with 5 years of experience (including a 1-year internship), passionate about building scalable, high-performing systems that make a real impact. I’ve worked across the stack from designing resilient backend architectures to creating smooth, intuitive front-end experiences always with a focus on performance, reliability, and clean engineering practices.

Over the years, I’ve contributed to several high-impact initiatives, delivering efficient and production-ready solutions under tight deadlines. Whether it’s handling critical client requirements, optimizing system performance, or ensuring smooth deployments, I focus on building solutions that balance stability, scalability, and long-term maintainability.

🔹 Technical Expertise:
Hands-on experience with Node.js, Express, React, SQL/NoSQL databases, REST APIs, and cloud-based deployments. I enjoy solving complex technical challenges, designing scalable architectures, and continuously learning new tools, frameworks, and best practices to evolve as a well-rounded engineer.

🔹 Team and Impact:
Recognised as a “Star of the Month” (3×) for exceptional ownership and delivery, I take pride in being a dependable teammate someone who values collaboration, transparency, and knowledge-sharing to help the team move faster and more effectively.

🔹 Growth Mindset:
Currently at Agoda, I’m expanding my expertise in system design, cloud-native architectures, and leadership practices. My long-term goal is to take on challenging full-stack and backend-focused projects that allow me to lead by example, mentor others, and contribute to impactful engineering initiatives.

I’m always excited about opportunities that challenge me to think deeper, build smarter, and grow both as a technologist and a teammate.

I’m a Full Stack Engineer with 5 years of experience (including a 1-year internship), passionate about building scalable, high-performing systems that make a real impact. I’ve worked across the stack from designing resilient backend architectures to ... Show more

I am a software developer specializing in React, React Native, and modern frontend architecture. I enjoys building scalable web and mobile applications while sharing practical development techniques that help teams write cleaner, more maintainable code.

I am a software developer specializing in React, React Native, and modern frontend architecture. I enjoys building scalable web and mobile applications while sharing practical development techniques that help teams write cleaner, more maintainable co... Show more

I have about 25 years of experience in software development, product support and testing. Being a technology enthusiast, I love building home automation solutions and understanding about current technologies

I have about 25 years of experience in software development, product support and testing. Being a technology enthusiast, I love building home automation solutions and understanding about current technologies Show more

Vitthal is a Staff Data Engineer and Software Architect with over 12 years of experience in designing scalable data pipelines, building AI-driven systems, and translating complex business needs into robust technical architecture. He holds deep expertise in data engineering, distributed systems, and backend frameworks. Outside of work, Vitthal is an avid cook, watch aficionado, and enjoys long drives, exploring cultures, and writing about tech & life.

Vitthal is a Staff Data Engineer and Software Architect with over 12 years of experience in designing scalable data pipelines, building AI-driven systems, and translating complex business needs into robust technical architecture. He holds deep expert... Show more

Carlos Armando Mazsorra Bastidas is a travel-tech entrepreneur from Ecuador and Founder & CEO of Vive Technology Travel S.A.S. He also serves as COO of Visión Turística Group and Director of Book And Pays LLC in Miami. His work focuses on hotel technology, direct bookings, digital payments, channel management, tourism marketing, and AI automation for hospitality businesses. Through Vive Technology Travel, he helps hotels and tourism companies reduce dependence on intermediaries, improve online sales, and strengthen their digital independence.Esta charla analiza cómo los motores de reservas y plugins tecnológicos están transformando el desarrollo turístico desde una perspectiva de arquitectura de sistemas.

Carlos Armando Mazsorra Bastidas is a travel-tech entrepreneur from Ecuador and Founder & CEO of Vive Technology Travel S.A.S. He also serves as COO of Visión Turística Group and Director of Book And Pays LLC in Miami. His work focuses on hotel techn... Show more

Sam Basu is a technologist, author, speaker, Microsoft MVP and Lead Developer Advocate for Uno Platform. With a long developer background, he now spends much of his time advocating modern development platforms & AI tools for cross-platform technology stacks. His spare times call for travel, fast cars, cricket and culinary adventures. You can find him on the internet.

Sam Basu is a technologist, author, speaker, Microsoft MVP and Lead Developer Advocate for Uno Platform. With a long developer background, he now spends much of his time advocating modern development platforms & AI tools for cross-platform technology... Show more

Apurva Misra is a machine learning engineer, speaker, and founder of Sentick, where she helps companies build practical, production-ready AI systems, from AI agents and automation to evaluation and observability.

She holds a Master’s from the University of Waterloo, where her research focused on detecting driver cognitive distraction, with work published in IEEE Access.

Apurva is an O’Reilly instructor and international speaker on agentic AI and AI engineering. Drawing on hands-on experience building production AI systems, she focuses on taking AI from demo to production in ways that are reliable, measurable, and economically viable.

Outside of work, she is learning Spanish and enjoys discovering hidden-gem eateries. Recommendations are always welcome!

Apurva Misra is a machine learning engineer, speaker, and founder of Sentick, where she helps companies build practical, production-ready AI systems, from AI agents and automation to evaluation and observability. She holds a Master’s from the Univ... Show more

Application Security Architect.

Speaker en conferencias regionales e internacionales como DEF CON 34, 8.8 Security Conference, DevOpsDays Medellín y DevOpsDays Lima, entre otras.

Co-fundador de pipebreach.com, un blog de research sobre incidentes y ataques a la cadena de suministro y AI security.

Application Security Architect. Speaker en conferencias regionales e internacionales como DEF CON 34, 8.8 Security Conference, DevOpsDays Medellín y DevOpsDays Lima, entre otras. Co-fundador de pipebreach.com, un blog de research sobre incident... Show more

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

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

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

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

Ashmi is a doctoral researcher at the TU Munich, focusing on Recommender Systems. She graduated with a master's degree in Computer Science in 2019 and has three years of industry experience in Germany.

A Google Developer Expert and AI/ML Champion Innovator, Ashmi was named one of the 100 technologists to watch for 2023 and has received multiple awards, including the GDE Community Award and the Women Who Code Applaud Her Awards for 2023.

As a Google Women Techmakers Ambassador, she advocates for closing the gender gap in STEM. Ashmi enjoys traveling and training for triathlons. 🏊‍♀️ 🚴 🏃‍♀️

Ashmi is a doctoral researcher at the TU Munich, focusing on Recommender Systems. She graduated with a master's degree in Computer Science in 2019 and has three years of industry experience in Germany. A Google Developer Expert and AI/ML Champion ... Show more

Ingeniera de Sistemas apasionada por el desarrollo de software, la automatización de procesos y el impacto de la inteligencia artificial en el mundo real. Como fundadora independiente de Sinergia, me enfoco en crear soluciones tecnológicas eficientes, estructuradas y con visión de futuro.

Mi compromiso con el crecimiento del ecosistema tecnológico me ha llevado a liderar iniciativas comunitarias en la región Caribe, desempeñándome como Lead Organizer en Google Developer Group (GDG) Cartagena. Creo firmemente en el poder de democratizar el conocimiento técnico, conectar el talento local con oportunidades globales y transformar comunidades a través de la educación y la innovación abierta.

Ingeniera de Sistemas apasionada por el desarrollo de software, la automatización de procesos y el impacto de la inteligencia artificial en el mundo real. Como fundadora independiente de Sinergia, me enfoco en crear soluciones tecnológicas eficientes... Show more

Martyn Coupland is not just a Platform Solution Architect at Kainos; he's a catalyst for innovation and digital transformation. As a five-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Martyn uses his deep expertise to bring cutting-edge digital and app solutions to clients worldwide, particularly within the Azure ecosystem.

Passionate about community engagement, Martyn consistently shares his insights on Microsoft Azure, innovation, and cloud transformation. He does this through speaking engagements at conferences, contributions to user groups, and posts on his personal blog. This commitment has elevated him to be a sought-after speaker at industry-leading events like Microsoft TechEd, Future Decoded, and Microsoft Build.

His influence doesn't stop there. Martyn has also served as a judge for the prestigious Imagine Cup, and Junior Imagine Cup and mentored a team to the world finals. With a track record of professional accomplishments and community contributions, Martyn Coupland is an invaluable asset to tech community.

Martyn Coupland is not just a Platform Solution Architect at Kainos; he's a catalyst for innovation and digital transformation. As a five-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Martyn uses his deep expertise to bring cutting-edge digital an... Show more

Your NetWork Is Your NetWorth "Happy Cloud Happy Explorers!"
Find Your Ikigai & Kokorozashi Feed Focus and Starve Distractions
Mpumelelo Pinky
Systems Administrator-IT Support
Sip and Cloud Tech Founder
CloudBoost and Faith Inspired Tech with Pinky
Multilingual Multi Cloud Ambassador
Tech Mentor and Community Pathway Builder
AI Engineer in Training

Your NetWork Is Your NetWorth "Happy Cloud Happy Explorers!" Find Your Ikigai & Kokorozashi Feed Focus and Starve Distractions Mpumelelo Pinky Systems Administrator-IT Support Sip and Cloud Tech Founder CloudBoost and Faith Inspired Tech with Pi... Show more

Nominated designer of the week by one of Nigeria's leading Tech startups, HerTechTrail Academy, Divine Chinyere Ezendiokwere is a passionate and admirable product designer and content creator. With a background in content writing and storytelling, her career expands over several industries including volunteering, teen advocacy, public speaking, and lifestyle.

Divine is a graduate of Plant Science and Biotechnology from a Nigerian university. She is a leadership builder who delivers high-energy keynote presentations that challenge audiences to leverage their focus and pay attention to what matters most at work and in life.

Oh, did we mention that she is from Anambra and a lastborn? Why does it matter? Well, it means that she's a bit mischievous, pretty witty, and a little cheeky. She is also an unofficial food lover... and an enthusiastic adventurer.

Nominated designer of the week by one of Nigeria's leading Tech startups, HerTechTrail Academy, Divine Chinyere Ezendiokwere is a passionate and admirable product designer and content creator. With a background in content writing and storytelling, he... Show more

Jim Bob Howard is first a husband, father, and grandfather. For fun, he gets to work and play with SharePoint and all things 365.

Jim Bob has invested over 30 years in software development and website management for companies of all sizes. For most of the last 20 years, he has applied his expertise to SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive Architecture, and in his current role as Sr. Collaboration Architect for Cyclotron, LLC, based in San Francisco. Jim Bob lives in Chattanooga, TN.

Jim Bob is heavily involved in the SharePoint community globally, having organized SharePoint Saturdays in Austin, Nairobi, and Nashville. He has spoken on SharePoint and Collaboration at dozens of events around the US and the globe.

Jim Bob Howard is first a husband, father, and grandfather. For fun, he gets to work and play with SharePoint and all things 365. Jim Bob has invested over 30 years in software development and website management for companies of all sizes. For mos... Show more

Nwani Victory works remotely as a Software Engineer for Outliant. With certifications on the AWS and Microsoft Azure cloud platforms, he writes technical articles on cloud services and tooling for developer focused organizations such as Okta, DigitalOcean and StepZen.

Nwani Victory works remotely as a Software Engineer for Outliant. With certifications on the AWS and Microsoft Azure cloud platforms, he writes technical articles on cloud services and tooling for developer focused organizations such as Okta, Digital... Show more

Eve Pardi is a Microsoft AI MVP and Senior Engineer in GenAI Tech Enablement at The LEGO Group, where she builds and scales AI and agentic systems across the organization. With more than a decade of experience in data science, NLP, and Azure-based AI engineering, she focuses on designing practical, responsible, and production‑ready AI solutions.

As a long‑time community leader and international speaker, Eve shares insights on generative AI, agentic architectures, and applied machine learning at conferences and meetups around the world.

Her mission is to make advanced AI accessible, reliable, and impactful, empowering both organizations and individuals to build the next generation of intelligent systems.

Eve Pardi is a Microsoft AI MVP and Senior Engineer in GenAI Tech Enablement at The LEGO Group, where she builds and scales AI and agentic systems across the organization. With more than a decade of experience in data science, NLP, and Azure-based AI... Show more

Heather Wilde is known as the "Unicorn Whisperer" for her work guiding startups through critical growth phases. As a former CTO, founding team member of Evernote, and co-author of the bestselling "Birth of a Unicorn", she brings 20+ years of technology leadership to the emerging AI-agent economy.
In 2026, Heather helps leaders navigate the transition to agentic organizations at FireworksAI— where AI agents handle execution while humans master governance, judgment, and ethical oversight. Her keynotes on human-AI collaboration, agentic product design, and startup scaling in the AI era have been featured at CodeMash, The Lead Developer, and corporate leadership programs worldwide.
Heather's work spans startup coaching, executive development, and thought leadership on the future of work. She regularly contributes to Inc.com on leadership and remote work, and her award-winning writing has appeared in Mashable, BBC News, the Wall Street Journal, and Forbes. She lives in Las Vegas and works with clients across North America, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

Heather Wilde is known as the "Unicorn Whisperer" for her work guiding startups through critical growth phases. As a former CTO, founding team member of Evernote, and co-author of the bestselling "Birth of a Unicorn", she brings 20+ years of technolo... Show more

I am passionate about developing technology products that enhance people's experiences as customers of various services, such as healthcare and education. I enjoy learning new things and sharing my knowledge through active involvement in various tech communities, particularly in Peru .NET Development, where I co-founded and organize meetups focused on both Hard-Skills and Soft-Skills topics. Currently, I hold the position of Tech Lead at Enara Health.

I am passionate about developing technology products that enhance people's experiences as customers of various services, such as healthcare and education. I enjoy learning new things and sharing my knowledge through active involvement in various tech... Show more

Mais de 20 anos ativos no mercado de trabalho.
Transição para a área de Tecnologia há 5 anos, com o impulso da {reprograma}, oferecendo capacitação em Desenvolvimento FrontEnd.
Contribuir para o impacto positivo na Educação em Tecnologia é uma das frentes que me identifico, com apoio especial dos percursos do Ux Design.

Mais de 20 anos ativos no mercado de trabalho. Transição para a área de Tecnologia há 5 anos, com o impulso da {reprograma}, oferecendo capacitação em Desenvolvimento FrontEnd. Contribuir para o impacto positivo na Educação em Tecnologia é uma das ... Show more

Dushyant Kanungo is a UX leader, author, and public speaker based in Indore, India, with over 20 years of experience in digital product design, UX strategy, and user-centered innovation across web and enterprise platforms.

As Director of UX at Galaxy UX Studio / Galaxy Weblinks, he leads UX strategy, research, and design delivery for global, cross-domain products and services. He is the author of "UX Decoded" and host of the UX Banter podcast. Dushyant is an active mentor on ADPList, recognized as a Top 1% Mentor in Design (February 2025), and has delivered 100+ mentorship sessions to designers worldwide.

His speaking engagements span UX India, AI for Developing Nations Forum, IIM Indore, and international conferences, focusing on topics including high-stakes UX, AI ethics, inclusive design, and enterprise UX strategy.

Book
UX Decoded: Think and Implement User-Centered Research Methodologies, and Expert-Led UX Best Practices
Published on Amazon (Kindle & Print editions)
https://www.amazon.com/Decoded-Implement-User-Centered-Methodologies-Expert-Led-ebook/dp/B09YNRJBWP

A practical guide for UX professionals focusing on user-centered research methodologies, identifying user pain points, overcoming biases, and implementing industry-accepted approaches to product thinking and user-centric design.

Conference Talks & Presentations

How To End The World With Bad UX
UX India 2024, Bengaluru (TED-like breakout session)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_ISCqY84mI
Exploring how poor UX in critical systems can have catastrophic real-world impact, with examples from AI and enterprise software.

The Future of UX: Voice Commands, AI, Smart Cars, and Inclusive Design
Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSExx7miH9c&t=8s
This talk ponders upon what the future might hold for user experience designers and people using new technologies. Voice commands to AI, Smart cars, and Inclusive design. There are so many opportunities that we can learn and grow with.

Information Architecture: Strategy & Selling IA
Conference presentation
https://youtu.be/B3v--B7xyxU?si=EiVWAlBiAJx6VY1o
A presentation on Information Architecture deliverables and strategy for selling IA to stakeholders.
Slides: http://www.slideshare.net/dushyantmk/information-architecture-deliverables

How UX Design Matters: Common-Sense-Driven Design Can Save Your Life (and Money)**
IIM Indore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtywioFf0HU&t=35s
An example-based take on why common-sense-driven design is more likely to save your life (and money).

HCI Presentation Excerpt
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bs-EK0Jj1Y&t=90s
An HCI presentation excerpt.

Reshaping UX with AI-Infused Design Systems
Gitex Series 2023, Dubai
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_tdxW9Dpig
Interview discussing AI, design systems, and scaling UX for large organizations.

Dictating Terms – UX for AI & UX by AI**
Conference talk focusing on AI, UX for AI products, and AI's impact on UX practice.

AI, Equity, and Inclusion Panel
AI for Developing Nations (AIFOD) Vienna Summit 2025 at the United Nations
Panel discussion about AI in developing nations and technology transfer.

Podcast & Media Appearances

UX Banter (Host & Creator)
Ongoing UX podcast series
https://www.youtube.com/@uxbanter/videos
Sharing perspectives on UX careers, usability, design culture, and interviewing industry guests. Featured episode includes Neal Foard on authenticity in branding.

The UX Growth Podcast – Season 2, Episode 6
https://www.theuxgrowth.com/episodes/dushyant
A conversation on how UX careers actually grow in the real world: why 'common-sense' UX beats rigid checklists, how to keep learning, and what makes portfolios and case studies feel genuine.

Design Critique: Products for People Podcast
Episode: "Interview: Dushyant Kanungo on Enterprise UX"
Discussing enterprise UX, employee experience, and his book "UX Decoded."

Interviews & Features

The Inside Scoop — Dushyant Kanungo
ADPList (Amazing Together, Medium) – March 1, 2022
https://medium.com/amazing-together/the-inside-scoop-dushyant-kanungo-11e16a2fa454
Profile-style interview covering his journey as a UX evangelist, his role at Galaxy Weblinks/Galaxy UX Studio, mentoring on ADPList, teaching UX, and his approach to scaling and leading a 55-person design team.

“Moving Beyond Data Fairness"
AI for Developing Nations Forum (AIFOD) – October 2025
https://af.net/news/moving-beyond-data-fairness/
Quoted and profiled proposing "energy-style" data fairness ratings for AI systems, transparency in geographic and demographic bias, and certification frameworks starting with advisory AI before critical healthcare systems. Emphasizes employment impact as a certification dimension and urgency for Generation Alpha/Beta native AI users.

Published Articles

Medium (Galaxy UX Studio)
https://medium.com/@kanungo.dushyant2412

Awards & Recognition

ADPList Top 1% Mentor in Design – February 2025
https://adplist.org/community-certifications/top1percent-feb-2025-design-e7122b
Recognized as one of the top 1% mentors in Design expertise on ADPList, acknowledged for inspiring mentees and democratizing mentorship.

ADPList 100 Mentorship Sessions Achievement
https://adplist.org/certifications/253144
Awarded for completing 100 mentorship sessions as Director UX at Galaxy UX Studio.

Speaking Topics

- High-stakes UX and the real-world consequences of bad design
- AI ethics, fairness, and UX for AI products
- Enterprise UX and employee experience design
- Information architecture strategy and stakeholder communication
- Inclusive design and designing for emerging technologies
- Design leadership, DesignOps, and scaling design teams
- The future of UX: voice interfaces, smart systems, and accessibility

Current Role

Director of UX
Galaxy UX Studio / Galaxy Weblinks, Indore, India

Leading UX strategy, research, and design delivery for global, cross-domain products and services. Responsible for advocating evidence-based, accessible, and ethical UX practices within product teams and client organizations.

Previous Experience

- Former Head of UX / Senior Business Analyst at Rakuten Symphony (InnoEye)
- UX and business analysis work for enterprise clients including Santander UK
- 20+ years of experience in digital product design and UX strategy

#Contact & Links

Medium: https://medium.com/@kanungo.dushyant2412
UX Banter (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@uxbanter
ADPList Profile: https://adplist.org (search "Dushyant Kanungo")
Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Decoded-Implement-User-Centered-Methodologies-Expert-Led-ebook/dp/B09YNRJBWP

Location: Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Available for: Conference speaking, panel discussions, workshops, podcast interviews, mentoring programs

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Tobias is responsible for IT and related services for Aircraft Maintenance and Digital Fleet Solutions at Lufthansa Technik.

He strives with his team to drive the company's digital transformation and to make Lufthansa Technik a software company. In this endeavor, he works on building, growing, and scaling a software engineering organization based on state-of-the-art technologies, lightweight architectures, and agile team topologies.

In doing so, he can rely on his broad experience in various tech leadership positions covering various tech functions, from operations to engineering and development to strategy.

Besides his professional activities, he is passionate about combining his fascination for sports and traveling by visiting football matches around the globe.

Tobias is responsible for IT and related services for Aircraft Maintenance and Digital Fleet Solutions at Lufthansa Technik. He strives with his team to drive the company's digital transformation and to make Lufthansa Technik a software company. I... Show more

Pascal MEUNE - 56 years old
Operational Leader | Creator of Immersive Experiences | Builder of Emotional Impact

Founder of the event agency DEALER DE RÊVES since 1994, I support institutions, companies, agencies and VIP clients across the French Riviera and the Principality of Monaco in designing and producing high-impact events that create meaningful, memorable and lasting moments.

In 2022, I l founded BRICKS EXPERIENCE on the Côte Fleurie in Honfleur — my beloved Normandy — an event agency and accredited training organization dedicated exclusively to LEGO® bricks. I channel my energy and expertise into facilitation, collective intelligence and collaborative experiences, offering exclusive LEGO® event spaces and brick studios in Honfleur and Nice.

Certified LEGO® Serious Play® Facilitator, I design and lead immersive meetings, innovative “Bricks Building” sessions, high-value collaborative workshops, engaging management training programs, inspiring participatory conferences, and large-scale creative public events.

An ultra-endurance sports practitioner, I apply the same philosophy in my professional life: total commitment, unwavering resilience, and sustainable collective performance centered on people.

Now it’s your move — let’s play seriously to succeed together.

Pascal MEUNE - 56 years old Operational Leader | Creator of Immersive Experiences | Builder of Emotional Impact Founder of the event agency DEALER DE RÊVES since 1994, I support institutions, companies, agencies and VIP clients across the French ... Show more