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Alara Ozturk
Arato.ai, Community Manager
Alara Ozturk is an accomplished Technical Community Manager with a strong background in fostering collaboration within the tech industry. Currently at arato.ai and previously with Electronic Arts (EA) and Tigera, she has successfully enhanced community engagement through initiatives like the Calico Big Cats Ambassador Program and CalicoCon 2023. Alara's expertise in community building and content creation makes her a valuable voice in the tech community.
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Aldan Creo
Technology Research Specialist @ Accenture Labs
Aldan is a Fulbright Scholar, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. He studied Computer Science in Spain, France and Switzerland with a focus on Natural Language Processing and has been recognized for leadership and academic excellence through several awards. He is also the founder of 3 associations and contributes to open source. He is currently working on research on Knowledge Graphs and Natural Language Processing.
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Alok Ranjan
Software Engineering Manager, Dropbox
Hello, I’m Alok Ranjan, an Engineering Manager at Dropbox overseeing the Storage Platform team in the infrastructure org. My team focuses on providing interfaces for file and block storage, along with encryption, compression, and verification of user data. With a master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon University, I began my career at Cisco Systems, working on networking technologies. I've led projects at VMware, Big Switch Networks, and Dropbox, focusing on improving network monitoring and system operations. While at Dropbox we use AI tools in our work, but it's not my team's primary focus. However, I also mentor engineers at an AI-based startup, which keeps me up-to-date on developments in the AI world.
I'm passionate about innovative technology solutions and fortunate to work with talented teams daily. -
Anandaganesh Balakrishnan
American Water, Principal Software Engineer
Anandaganesh Balakrishnan has 15+ years of experience in data engineering, data virtualization, database development, infrastructure development, and data analytics. He held leadership roles spanning diverse industries across Banking, Trading, Biotech, Real Estate, and Utilities.
He currently leads the development and optimization of data virtualization infrastructure and data engineering strategies. He supports application developers, data products team, database developers, data scientists, and other key stakeholders on data initiatives. He ensures optimal data delivery architecture by benchmarking different tools' capabilities and performance. His current focus is AI on unstructured data, large language models, Generative AI, self-service data analytics, and data catalogs. -
Anastasia Podrabinek
Wix.com - Product Manager for data science and AI tools
I'm a product manager with more than 10 years of experience working on various applications in startups and enterprise.
In the past five years, I was working as a product manager for tools in the Data Science Group at Wix. This role has given me the unique opportunity to witness numerous data science and AI projects up close, understanding the workflows, bottlenecks, and challenges firsthand.
I specialize in building tools and workflows for successful data science and AI projects, and in bringing the power of data science closer to engineering teams that want to incorporate newest technologies and approaches into the products they create. -
Daniel Jackson
Associate Professor of Mathematics, University of Maine Farmington
I am an Associate Professor of Mathematics at the University of Maine at Farmington, where I teach undergraduate and graduate Mathematics and Math Education courses.
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Daniela De Quevedo
NTT DATA, Analyst, computer engineer
Data Science and Generative AI enthusiast passionate about continuous learning and innovation. My commitment to knowledge sharing is recognized through roles as a Google Developers Group Organizer and Women Techmakers Ambassador. With foundational certifications in major cloud platforms, I strive to stay at the forefront of AI technologies while creating collaborative learning environments.
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David Campbell
AI Risk Security Platform Lead at Scale, AI
David Campbell is a seasoned technology leader with nearly 20 years of experience in Silicon Valley's startup ecosystem, now spearheading Responsible AI initiatives at Scale AI. As the Lead AI Risk Engineer, David has been pivotal in developing a cutting-edge AI Red Teaming platform that marries ethical AI practices with rigorous security evaluations. His work, recognized by the U.S. Congress and highlighted by the White House, underscores his commitment to shaping a safer AI ecosystem. With a deep background in Security, Core Infrastructure, and Platform Engineering, David actively drives discussions and actions that integrate responsible AI principles into practical security frameworks, aiming to nurture robust, ethical AI applications across industries.
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Hilik Paz
Arato.ai, CTO
Hilik Paz is the Co-Founder and CTO at Arato.ai. Since March 2024, he has been leading the company’s efforts in providing advanced AI solutions. Prior to this, he co-founded Stoke Talent, which was later acquired by Fiverr, and served as CTO for almost five years. Hilik also held leadership roles at Cloudyn (acquired by Microsoft) and VMware, where he managed R &D teams and contributed to product innovations. His extensive experience spans over two decades in the tech industry, driving cloud, AI, and R &D development.
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Jeroen Egelmeers
Prompt Engineering Advocate / GenAI Whisperer &Public Speaker - Sogeti Netherlands
Jeroen Egelmeers is a Prompt Engineering Advocate and GenAI Whisperer at Sogeti Netherlands. Jeroen also serves as a Software Engineering Trainer at the Capgemini Academy. He frequently delivers presentations on Java, Software Quality and Prompt Engineering at various events and venues. Jeroen is the founder of the "Crafting AI Prompts Framework." This framework is designed to craft optimal prompts while considering non-disclosure, data security, GDPR, and other constraints.
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Jesus Serrano
Principal Program Manager @ Microsoft | Sportainment Innovation Lead &Research | International Speaker | LinkedIn Top Voice
Jesus has 25 years of experience in the digital sector, the last 17 of which he spent at Microsoft, specializing in Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and User Experience. Among other awards and recognitions, in 2014 he became the inventor of one of Microsoft's protected patents.
Jesús has worked in a variety of industries, including sports and entertainment, media, retail, finance, and telecommunications, and has collaborated with over 200 clients in 35 countries. He has led the development of various consumer mobile apps that have received millions of downloads.
He is an awarded Microsoft speaker with over 100 sessions and keynotes at global events. He is also an AI Tutor at the University of Oxford, and Associate Professor for other universities and business schools throughout the world. -
Johannes Kuhn
Leading autonomous &trustworthy AI at Perelyn
Johannes Kuhn brings years of expertise in AI and machine learning, having led innovative projects in data science, AI assessment, and innovation management. As a former Senior Technical Data Specialist at Munich Re and Head of Engineering for Trustworthy AI Assessment at CertAI, Johannes has been at the forefront of developing compliant, auditable machine learning solutions across industries. His expertise spans designing scalable AI systems, automated trustworthy AI assessments, and integrating AI into business operations, with a focus on delivering reliable, efficient outcomes in real-world environments.
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Jorrik Klijnsma
Creative Frontend Developer @ Sopra Steria | AI Enthusiast
Jorrik is a creative front-end developer and public speaker at Sopra Steria with a passion for getting and sharing information. He focuses on new, inspiring topics and is a real #changemaker. His first lines of code were in the days jQuery ruled. That didn’t scare him. Now he has 7+ years of frontend experience using React and Vue during his day job. In the evening and night hours, a lot of fun projects and other libraries passed his `git clone`.
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Koushik Sundar
Vice President - Engineering &Lead Technical Architect - Citibank NA
Koushik Sundar currently holds the position of Vice President of Engineering at Citibank. With over 16 years of industry experience, he is recognized as an accomplished IT professional, serving as a Tech Architect for the Global Team and Lead Developer. Throughout his career, Koushik has consistently driven large-scale product initiatives, resulting in multi-million dollar annual revenues.
As a seasoned leader, Koushik has managed large teams and mentored over 40 developers, business analysts, and QA professionals across six countries. His expertise spans complex projects involving Algorithmic challenges, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Application Security, and Cloud Native Apps Development. Koushik Sundar has led, designed, and delivered a complex middle office platform for clearing, connecting with over 40 global exchanges. This highly visible application generates multi-million dollar revenue and manages a budget exceeding $5 million. Koushik developed a robust and performance-intensive architecture, recently modernizing the application by implementing AI/ML technologies. Beyond his professional endeavors, Koushik is deeply committed to mentoring and contributing to the community. In his personal time, he assists students with programming challenges and STEM coursework, shares engineering knowledge with nonprofits to maximize their social impact, and mentors aspiring professionals on platforms like ADPList.
Throughout his career, Koushik has garnered numerous awards and accolades for his dedication to exceeding expectations and delivering exceptional results. He has also contributed to the technical community as a reviewer for Technovation girls, NCWIT, Stevie, Globee awards and as a mentor and judge for hackathon competitions. Koushik is a graduate alumnus of Citi's Engineering Excellence program and the Citi Leaders Exchange program, two of the most advanced programs in engineering and leadership at Citi. Only a select few candidates are chosen to participate in these prestigious programs. Additionally, Koushik is an active member of professional organizations such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and reviewer in couple of international journals.
With his problem-solving prowess, analytical abilities, innovative approach, and technical expertise, Koushik has established himself as a leader in the field. His outstanding performance, passion for technology, particularly in addressing AI/ML challenges, drives impactful change within organizations. -
Max Schattauer
Technical Consultant for Data &AI @ Perelyn GmbH
Technical consultant for data and AI projects at Perelyn. Focusing on innovative LLM solutions and cloud deployments. Industry experience in telecom, automotive, healthcare, and energy. MSc in Physics, BSc in Economics.
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Pavan Vovveti
Staffordshire University, England, U.K.
Pavan Vovveti is a seasoned technology professional with over 15 years of experience in application development across industries like e-commerce, retail, banking, and telecom. He specializes in blending robust security measures with advanced development practices, focusing on API security, platform architecture, and application security. With over a decade of dedicated experience in security, Pavan has successfully enhanced deployment times and fortified enterprise systems by integrating security directly into development processes.
As a Principal Engineer in Core Security at T-Mobile USA Inc., Pavan drives strategic security initiatives, leading the design and implementation of security architectures and frameworks that ensure comprehensive protection across the software stack. His expertise includes implementing secure API solutions, automating validation processes, and addressing complex security challenges using AI technologies such as Google Cloud Vertex AI. Pavan has played a pivotal role in safeguarding systems through scalable solutions, API security audits, and the adoption of Zero Trust Architecture.
In his previous roles, Pavan has demonstrated technical leadership and innovation, guiding the design and implementation of platform architectures and secure API solutions across various domains. He holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Staffordshire University, UK, and is pursuing certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified AI Transformation Leader (CAITL). Skilled in Java, Python, Spring Boot, and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, and GCP), he is also proficient with security tools like APIGee, GitLab, and Veracode.
Pavan’s commitment to enhancing security, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement makes him a valuable asset to forward-thinking organizations. He is passionate about building secure, scalable, and efficient solutions that align with evolving digital ecosystems and regulatory requirements.
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Prakash Raj Ojha
Software Architect at Wipro
Prakash R. Ojha is a passionate and committed technology leader with over a decade of experience in designing and developing cutting-edge software solutions across desktop, web, and mobile platforms. Currently, he serves as a Software Architect at Wipro Ltd., working on projects for BNY Mellon that manage $50 trillion in assets, providing solutions that identify tax relief in billions of dollars. His expertise spans the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with mastery in cloud-native applications, microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and secure Spring Boot applications.
Prakash holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from Hope College. He is an Oracle Certified Developer in various Java technologies, including web services and enterprise beans. His technical acumen includes proficiency in front-end technologies like Angular, JavaScript, and back-end microservices, leveraging cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
Throughout his career, Prakash has led teams of engineers to deliver complex solutions, modernize legacy systems, enhance performance, and drive digital transformation. His notable work includes implementing real-time data processing, reducing market event processing times from 96 to 72 hours, and creating secure microservices integrated with Kafka and Spring Security for authentication. He has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of agile methodologies, event-driven architecture, and cloud-native ecosystems.
In addition to his development work, Prakash is an advocate for best practices in secure coding and scalable architecture, mentoring engineers, and driving projects to successful completion. His experience across industries, from finance to marketing, demonstrates his versatility and commitment to delivering innovative solutions that meet business needs.
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Richard Davies
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) @ Vera | Artificial Intelligence Expert | Author of "Prompt Engineering in Practice"
Richard Davies is the Chief Technology Officer at Vera and author of "Prompt Engineering in Practice" (Manning Publications). With over 7 years of experience developing Artificial Intelligence solutions, Richard specializes in building production-grade AI systems computer vision systems, and autonomous agents. He holds an MSc in Artificial Intelligence. As a recognized expert in prompt engineering and Artificial Intelligence, Richard brings deep technical expertise combined with practical industry experience implementing Artificial Intelligence solutions at scale.
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Saurabh Suman
Applied AI Engineer
I’m Saurabh, an Applied AI Developer at Wednesday Solutions with a focus in the EdTech sector. I love using AI models to solve challenges in education, creating scalable backend systems that enhance learning experiences and drive innovation.