Kevin Dubois is often featured as a (keynote) speaker at conferences worldwide, where he shares his passion and knowledge about developer experience, AI, open source, cloud native development and Java. He is also an author, java Champion, and an accomplished software architect and platform engineer. Kevin currently works as a Senior Principal Developer Advocate at IBM, and is also Technical Lead for the CNCF Developer Experience Technical Advisory Group and Agentic AI Foundation Ambassador.

Multilingual and multicultural, Kevin speaks English, Dutch, French, and Italian fluently. Currently based in Switzerland, he has also lived in Belgium, Italy, Montana and Utah.
When he’s not coding or speaking at conferences, you’ll likely find Kevin exploring the great outdoors—whether he's hiking rugged trails, gravel biking through scenic routes, snowboarding down epic mountain slopes, or packrafting & kayaking on untamed waters.

Kevin Dubois is often featured as a (keynote) speaker at conferences worldwide, where he shares his passion and knowledge about developer experience, AI, open source, cloud native development and Java. He is also an author, java Champion, and an acco... Show more

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure.

With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters knowledge sharing, collaboration, and growth within the tech community.

Nicholas is also the creator and host of the Microsoft Community Insights podcast, where he connects with industry leaders and shares valuable insights about Azure and the broader tech ecosystem.

As a dedicated community advocate, Nicholas contributes by speaking at events and sharing his expertise through his blog, nicholaschangblog.com. You can connect with him on Twitter: @nick_cloudops or visit his blog to learn more.

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure. With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters k... Show more

Ron Dagdag has spent 25 years figuring out which tool fits the problem. Today he leads AI research engineering at Thomson Reuters and builds agentic systems that hold up in production — not just on stage. He's a multi-year Microsoft MVP in AI, Mixed Reality, and IoT. He speaks internationally, organizes community events across DFW, and keeps a side stack of sensors, robots, and half-finished ideas. He tinkers. He teaches. 🛠️ Code > Create > Coach > Repeat.

Ron Dagdag has spent 25 years figuring out which tool fits the problem. Today he leads AI research engineering at Thomson Reuters and builds agentic systems that hold up in production — not just on stage. He's a multi-year Microsoft MVP in AI, Mixed ... Show more

Thomas fell in love with Android in 2009. He has been constantly contributing to the community since then. Thomas loves writing books (four titles, 15 editions) and articles. He enjoys speaking at conferences and meetups. Thomas' first encounter with programming was in the era of home computers during the early 1980s. Later came C, Perl and a few more. During the 90s he wrote a bunch of programs for the Atari ST series. The first decade of Thomas' professional career centered around Java Enterprise. Today it’s all things Android and Kotlin.

Thomas fell in love with Android in 2009. He has been constantly contributing to the community since then. Thomas loves writing books (four titles, 15 editions) and articles. He enjoys speaking at conferences and meetups. Thomas' first encounter with... Show more

Daniel Yuschick thrives at the intersection of design and development, specializing in leading accessible and resilient design systems. As a Lead Design System Developer, he is dedicated to bridging the gaps between design, code, and people, while mentoring through Helsinki-based non-profits Codebar and Hive Helsinki. Also a fiction author, Daniel brings a storyteller’s lens to his work, balanced with a love for great chocolate and beautiful tattoos.

Daniel Yuschick thrives at the intersection of design and development, specializing in leading accessible and resilient design systems. As a Lead Design System Developer, he is dedicated to bridging the gaps between design, code, and people, while me... Show more

Microsoft and AI consultant, trainer and speaker. MVP Alumni in Business Applications, 12 years of experience in Power BI / Fabric. Moved to the AI-augmented side.

Microsoft and AI consultant, trainer and speaker. MVP Alumni in Business Applications, 12 years of experience in Power BI / Fabric. Moved to the AI-augmented side. Show more

Saurabh Mishra is a Cloud Evangelist and technology enthusiast specializing in cloud architecture, DevOps, automation, and Agentic AI. Through active community engagement, he shares practical knowledge on cloud-native solutions, AI-powered workflows, security best practices, and multi-cloud ecosystems. As a seasoned speaker and mentor, Saurabh has presented at conferences, meetups, and workshops, empowering teams to drive innovation, modernize their platforms, and unlock business value through cloud and AI technologies

Saurabh Mishra is a Cloud Evangelist and technology enthusiast specializing in cloud architecture, DevOps, automation, and Agentic AI. Through active community engagement, he shares practical knowledge on cloud-native solutions, AI-powered workflows,... Show more

Jannik Reinhard helps enterprises build and operate secure AI solutions across Microsoft Foundry, Intune and Azure.

As Head of AI at Epic Fusion AG, a global Microsoft Partner of the Year 2024 winner. Epic Fusion combines people, processes and Microsoft technology under the philosophy “digital first, humans not second.”

Jannik is a five-time Microsoft MVP and currently holds dual MVP recognition in AI Platform and Security, bringing together two disciplines that are becoming increasingly connected: enterprise AI and modern endpoint security.

Before joining Epic Fusion, Jannik spent 11 years at BASF. He began with an IT apprenticeship and progressed to Senior Solution Architect for Modern Device Management and Technical Lead and Lead Architect for AIOps. During this time, he designed and built an enterprise AI framework from the ground up that reached more than 70,000 active users and supported IT operations for over 120,000 employees. His work focused on using automation and AI to detect and resolve issues proactively, before they affected the end user.

Beyond his professional work, Jannik is passionate about sharing practical knowledge with the technology community. He writes about AI, Microsoft Foundry, Intune, Azure and security at jannikreinhard.com and contributes to technical books and open-source projects.

Jannik Reinhard helps enterprises build and operate secure AI solutions across Microsoft Foundry, Intune and Azure.

As Head of AI at Epic Fusion AG, a global Microsoft Partner of the Year 2024 winner. Epic Fusion combines people, processes and Microsoft technology under the philosophy “digital first, humans not second.”

Jannik is a five-time Microsoft MVP and currently holds dual MVP recognition in AI Platform and Security, bringing together two disciplines that are becoming increasingly connected: enterprise AI and modern endpoint security.

Before joining Epic Fusion, Jannik spent 11 years at BASF. He began with an IT apprenticeship and progressed to Senior Solution Architect for Modern Device Management and Technical Lead and Lead Architect for AIOps. During this time, he designed and built an enterprise AI framework from the ground up that reached more than 70,000 active users and supported IT operations for over 120,000 employees. His work focused on using automation and AI to detect and resolve issues proactively, before they affected the end user.

Beyond his professional work, Jannik is passionate about sharing practical knowledge with the technology community. He writes about AI, Microsoft Foundry, Intune, Azure and security at jannikreinhard.com and contributes to technical books and open-source projects.

He regularly speaks at international community and industry events, including:
- MMS
- Workplace Ninjas
- Modern Endpoint Management Summit
- ESPC
- Experts Lives
- NIC
- CloudX
- Global AI Bootcamp
- Cloud Technology Townhall Tallinn
... and many more.

Jannik Reinhard helps enterprises build and operate secure AI solutions across Microsoft Foundry, Intune and Azure. As Head of AI at Epic Fusion AG, a global Microsoft Partner of the Year 2024 winner. Epic Fusion combines people, processes and Mic... Show more

Ramona is a developer advocate and software engineer with roots in quality assurance. She owns both views of the product - that of a tester and a developer. Ramona primarily uses this to strengthen trust in test automation and support the testers and developers alike, becoming a Google Developer Expert in Web Technologies, Women Techmaker Ambassador, and Cypress ambassador.

Ramona is a developer advocate and software engineer with roots in quality assurance. She owns both views of the product - that of a tester and a developer. Ramona primarily uses this to strengthen trust in test automation and support the testers and... Show more

Graziano is a DevRel Engineer at Akamas, where he spends his days convincing computers to stop being lazy and start being efficient. A former distributed systems developer and product manager, he’s now on a mission to optimize the entire cloud-native universe, one Pod at a time. As a Co-Chair for the CNCF TAG DevEx and a member of the Kubernetes Release Team since v1.34, he balances deep infrastructure roots with a passion for developer happiness. Obsessed with AI, Platform Engineering, and saving the planet through better code, Graziano is basically trying to make the cloud faster, greener, and significantly less annoying for everyone.

More on: https://castograziano.com/

Graziano is a DevRel Engineer at Akamas, where he spends his days convincing computers to stop being lazy and start being efficient. A former distributed systems developer and product manager, he’s now on a mission to optimize the entire cloud-native... Show more

Steven took up several roles over the past 20+ years, from junior developer to team lead and architect. His strength sits at the intersection of architecture, people, and delivery. He has led teams from a few developers to full departments, designed technical strategies, combining strategic oversight with hands-on technical leadership and worked closely with business stakeholders to align technology with real-world needs.

What he typically bring to a mission:
- Architectural ownership from concept to production
- Tech leadership and engineering management
- Team coaching and career development
- Pragmatic, quality-driven software engineering

When it comes to non-technical subjects he focuses on sharing knowledge and help others grow to become successful software engineers and consultants.

In his free time he likes to sport, play chess and boardgames, and tame his 2 kids.

Steven took up several roles over the past 20+ years, from junior developer to team lead and architect. His strength sits at the intersection of architecture, people, and delivery. He has led teams from a few developers to full departments, designed ... Show more

Software Developer. In love with Web and .NET. I like to try and learn always something new.

I try to share my experience living the community. I'm the host of "Spike time" (https://www.ugidotnet.org/tv/3307/Spike-time) and sometimes you can find me live on my Twitch channel, writing code.

Software Developer. In love with Web and .NET. I like to try and learn always something new. I try to share my experience living the community. I'm the host of "Spike time" (https://www.ugidotnet.org/tv/3307/Spike-time) and sometimes you can find ... Show more

As a Principal Architect with a specialization in Azure and AI, Arin excels at pioneering new services in Azure, bringing innovative solutions to his clients.

He is dedicated to keeping the developer community updated with new technology, advocating for best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

He combines his expertise in Azure and AI with a passion for mentoring and leadership, driving technological excellence and community engagement. He is also deeply passionate about the Microsoft Development Ecosystem and .NET, integrating these technologies seamlessly into his projects to deliver optimal results.

As a Principal Architect with a specialization in Azure and AI, Arin excels at pioneering new services in Azure, bringing innovative solutions to his clients. He is dedicated to keeping the developer community updated with new technology, advocati... Show more

Jemima Abu is a self-taught front-end developer, Google Developer Expert, Microsoft MVP, and Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies. She is passionate about diversity in technology and accessibility in web development.

Jemima Abu is a self-taught front-end developer, Google Developer Expert, Microsoft MVP, and Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies. She is passionate about diversity in technology and accessibility in web development. Show more

A dual Microsoft Business Applications MVP in Customer Experience and Customer Service. An expert Microsoft Certified Dynamics 365 Solution Architect, who's led the delivery and implementation of several tailored and value-oriented solutions to meet diverse global and national business requirements, that lead to positive customer outcomes.

15x Microsoft Certified and Success by Design Accredited, I use its principles that blend strategic design, rigorous gap analysis, and the pursuit of excellence in service delivery, to craft pathways to success for customers.

As Founder of the Community-led organisation The Mentoring Hub, an award-winning mentor, knowledge sharer & educator; MVP Mentor Lead, and regular Community contributor and international public speaker, I have a 'thing' for learning, a thirst for knowledge, and a desire for sharing both to uplift and empower all.

A dual Microsoft Business Applications MVP in Customer Experience and Customer Service. An expert Microsoft Certified Dynamics 365 Solution Architect, who's led the delivery and implementation of several tailored and value-oriented solutions to meet... Show more

Samuel Macharia is a skilled Cloud DevOps Engineer with a passion for leveraging cloud technologies i.e. AWS, Azure & Google Cloud to drive innovation. He holds certifications as a Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect and Microsoft Certified DevOps Engineer Expert, equipping him to design and manage secure, scalable, and high-performing infrastructure across multi-cloud environments.

Samuel is dedicated to empowering the next generation of tech talent and has served as a mentor in the Grow Your Skills for Sub-Saharan Africa Google Cloud Program 2024. With a focus on practical solutions and a commitment to communities including AWS User Group Kenya, CloudForce Sky, GDG Eldoret & Write the Docs Kenya where he volunteers, Samuel is excited to share his knowledge and inspire others to embrace the power of the cloud.

Coming from a community best known for resilience and entrepreneurial spirit, he opted to code his own path forward. When he's not building in tech, he's exploring new creative endeavors, mastering chess strategies, or immersed in an intense crime drama.

Samuel Macharia is a skilled Cloud DevOps Engineer with a passion for leveraging cloud technologies i.e. AWS, Azure & Google Cloud to drive innovation. He holds certifications as a Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect and Microsoft Cer... Show more

Mabrouk Mahdhi is the Founder and Managing Director of Prosiria, a technology company focused on building innovative software solutions, developer tools, and cloud-based platforms. A Principal Software Engineer and recognized Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in .NET technologies, he specializes in modern software architecture, distributed systems, AI-powered applications, and the Microsoft technology stack.

With extensive experience in ASP.NET Core, Blazor, .NET MAUI, cloud-native development, and enterprise software engineering, Mabrouk helps organizations design and deliver scalable, high-performance solutions that solve real-world business challenges.

Beyond his professional work, he is the founder and organizer of Tunisia Dev Days, one of North Africa's leading software engineering conferences, bringing together developers, architects, Microsoft MVPs, and technology leaders to explore the latest trends in AI, cloud computing, DevOps, and modern software development. He is also a frequent international conference speaker, author, and community leader passionate about empowering developers and fostering innovation across the global technology ecosystem.

Mabrouk Mahdhi is the Founder and Managing Director of Prosiria, a technology company focused on building innovative software solutions, developer tools, and cloud-based platforms. A Principal Software Engineer and recognized Microsoft Most Valuable ... Show more

i'm a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Cloud & AI enthusiast, and technology evangelist passionate about helping professionals and organizations unlock the full power of Microsoft technologies.

With deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint, and AI-driven productivity, i'm specializes in transforming complex technical concepts into practical, real-world solutions. He empowers businesses to automate processes, modernize workflows, and build intelligent applications without heavy code.

As a frequent speaker and community contributor, Walid shares actionable insights on Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Data, and Cloud innovation—bridging the gap between strategy and implementation. His sessions are dynamic, practical, and focused on delivering immediate value.
Driven by a mission to accelerate digital transformation in Tunisia and beyond, Walid combines technical excellence with a passion for teaching, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of tech professionals.
www.chafroud.net

i'm a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Cloud & AI enthusiast, and technology evangelist passionate about helping professionals and organizations unlock the full power of Microsoft technologies. With deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Pow... Show more

Simon is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Cloud Consultant at CloudWay, recognized globally as a leading voice in modern endpoint management, Microsoft Intune, and security in Entra ID.

As an international speaker, Simon is recognized for delivering engaging sessions that combine in-depth technical expertise with practical guidance, inspiring IT professionals to rethink how they manage and secure endpoints in today’s cloud-first world. His expertise and thought leadership have made him a trusted resource at major conferences and events worldwide.

Beyond the stage, Simon extends his influence through writing and community contributions, sharing strategies and best practices that help organizations thrive in the ever-changing landscape of endpoint and cloud management.

Driven by a passion for empowering others with knowledge, Simon continues to shape the conversation on modern workplace technology, ensuring IT leaders and practitioners are equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Simon is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Cloud Consultant at CloudWay, recognized globally as a leading voice in modern endpoint management, Microsoft Intune, and security in Entra ID. As an international speaker, Simon is recognized for delivering eng... Show more

Baruch Sadogursky (@jbaruch) did Java before it had generics, DevOps before there was Docker, and DevRel before it had a name. He built DevRel at JFrog from a ten-person company through an IPO, co-authored "Liquid Software" and "DevOps Tools for Java Developers," and is a Java Champion, a Microsoft MVP for AI, and a CNCF Ambassador alum.

Today, as a self-certified Level 3 Context Sommelier, Baruch focuses on context engineering. On top of sharing context with AI agents, Baruch also shares knowledge with developers through blog posts, meetups, and conferences such as DevNexus, QCon, Kubecon, and Devoxx, mostly about how to make your AI engineering lifecycle smarter and increase your organization's productivity.

Baruch Sadogursky (@jbaruch) did Java before it had generics, DevOps before there was Docker, and DevRel before it had a name. He built DevRel at JFrog from a ten-person company through an IPO, co-authored "Liquid Software" and "DevOps Tools for Java... Show more

Mike Maadarani is a Microsoft Copilot & M365 MVP, a board member of the Microsoft Global Community Initiative, and a Cloud Solutions Architect who has been providing strategic solutions surrounding architecture, planning, migration and governance for medium to large-scale organization. With 30 years of IT industry experience, Mike spent the last few years managing and delivering collaboration solutions to a wide range of mid to large scale projects. He is an evangelist and visionary where he can and provide the business and technical leadership required for delivering successful global Microsoft 365 projects. This has giving him the opportunity to work with great talented colleagues and people who I have a lot of respect for their passion and dedication.

He is an active member in the Microsoft 365 community and have spoken in many Microsoft conferences, local events, and corporate functions.

Mike Maadarani is a Microsoft Copilot & M365 MVP, a board member of the Microsoft Global Community Initiative, and a Cloud Solutions Architect who has been providing strategic solutions surrounding architecture, planning, migration and governance for... Show more

Florian Salzmann is a Microsoft MVP and Leading Expert at UMB, based in Switzerland. He focuses on modern endpoint management, security, and automation across Microsoft Intune, Windows 365, and the Microsoft Security stack.

He helps organizations fix real-world gaps that cannot be solved through the portal alone. From PowerShell-driven Intune automation and third-party patching to building scalable solutions using Microsoft Graph and custom workflows. A key part of his work is making Intune do things Microsoft hasn’t built yet.

Florian is a regular speaker at international conferences such as MEM Summit Paris, NIC Summit Oslo, and multiple Workplace Ninja events. His sessions are highly technical, demo-driven, and focused on real-world scenarios that attendees can apply immediately, including limitations, pitfalls, and things that don’t work as expected.

Beyond the stage, he shares practical solutions and deep dives on his blog scloud.work, contributes to msnugget.com, and builds reusable automation and tooling for the community. If it involves endpoint management, security, or pushing Intune beyond its limits, he is probably already working on it.

Florian Salzmann is a Microsoft MVP and Leading Expert at UMB, based in Switzerland. He focuses on modern endpoint management, security, and automation across Microsoft Intune, Windows 365, and the Microsoft Security stack. He helps organizations ... Show more

Somesh is a Microsoft MVP in Enterprise Mobility, boasting over 17 years of experience in IT infrastructure and endpoint management. Currently, he works as Modern Workplace Specialist at ING, Netherlands. His profound expertise in Apple technologies has established him as a sought-after consultant and a respected voice in the tech community.

He has a solid history of designing and implementing cutting-edge workplace solutions for a diverse range of global clients. His work spans end-to-end client management, administration, security, and automation. Somesh is particularly skilled in leveraging Microsoft Intune for efficient mobile device management, ensuring that organizations transition smoothly into more agile and effective operational frameworks. Beyond his technical endeavors, Somesh is dedicated to disseminating his knowledge across various technical communities through social media and his personal blog. Additionally, he is an active and engaging speaker.

Somesh is a Microsoft MVP in Enterprise Mobility, boasting over 17 years of experience in IT infrastructure and endpoint management. Currently, he works as Modern Workplace Specialist at ING, Netherlands. His profound expertise in Apple technologies ... Show more

My name is Roberto Carrancio and I am an SQL Server DBA with over 12 years of experience in the sector. I have been recognized as a Microsoft MVP in the Data Platform category in SQL Server and Azure SQL. During my years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work on projects in companies of all sizes and sectors, from SMEs to large multinationals. Author of the book “SQL SERVER: The NOT practical guide to optimization.” I am also the creator of the blog soydba.es and the YouTube channel SoyDBA.

My name is Roberto Carrancio and I am an SQL Server DBA with over 12 years of experience in the sector. I have been recognized as a Microsoft MVP in the Data Platform category in SQL Server and Azure SQL. During my years of experience, I have had th... Show more

Hey guys, my name is Truls and I do security-related stuff mostly detection, automation and security engineering.

My experience spans from system- and network-administration, penetration testing experience and SOC, mainly security and automation engineering. I'm a Microsoft MVP in SIEM&XDR and spent most of my time off work either experimenting with some technical stuff or playing video games. I'm very curious and love to learn new thing, but my favorite thing is talking about or hearing others talk about things they tried that didn't work.

Hey guys, my name is Truls and I do security-related stuff mostly detection, automation and security engineering. My experience spans from system- and network-administration, penetration testing experience and SOC, mainly security and automation ... Show more

With more than 2 decades of customer experience, a long history in Microsoft products, Michael is a Cloud Architect who enjoys sharing his experience with the community and help the community grow.
During the last years, Michael was working with customers in Microsoft Teams topics, Microsoft 365 implementations overall and since 2022 he's also working with his customers in different Microsoft Viva projects.
Since more than seven years Michael has its own company, working with the focus on Microsoft topics, Change-Management and Project-Management. He's also a Microsoft MVP for Microsoft 365 Apps and Services since 2021.

With more than 2 decades of customer experience, a long history in Microsoft products, Michael is a Cloud Architect who enjoys sharing his experience with the community and help the community grow. During the last years, Michael was working with cus... Show more

Ewelina is a Microsoft Security MVP and a dedicated Data Security & Governance Lead at Threatscape that specialises in Microsoft Purview and holds certifications like Cybersecurity Architect Expert and Azure Security Engineer. Creator of the blog Welka’s World (welkasworld.com). Co-organiser of the Microsoft Security & Compliance User Group.

Ewelina is a Microsoft Security MVP and a dedicated Data Security & Governance Lead at Threatscape that specialises in Microsoft Purview and holds certifications like Cybersecurity Architect Expert and Azure Security Engineer. Creator of the blog Wel... Show more

With a passion for open source, Cody is a software engineer and open source advocate who enjoys connecting people with technology through talks, workshops, and collaboration. Since becoming an international speaker in 2022, he has presented on topics ranging from Node.js and web development to virtualization, embedded Linux, and software-defined vehicles. His goal is always the same: making complex technical topics practical, engaging, and accessible.

With a passion for open source, Cody is a software engineer and open source advocate who enjoys connecting people with technology through talks, workshops, and collaboration. Since becoming an international speaker in 2022, he has presented on topics... Show more

My name is Marjolein Opsteegh. I'm a big Power BI enthusiast living in the Netherlands, who loves to share knowledge, especially at the intersection of Power BI, UI, and UX. As a consultant, I design and build dashboards that are both visually appealing and user-friendly, keeping end users in mind throughout the process.

In addition to creating dashboards, I enjoy writing about frontend principles and sharing practical tips to help others get the most out of Power BI. I frequently speak at events and host Q&A sessions, inspiring others to improve their skills and embrace the power of data visualization, both online and offline.

My name is Marjolein Opsteegh. I'm a big Power BI enthusiast living in the Netherlands, who loves to share knowledge, especially at the intersection of Power BI, UI, and UX. As a consultant, I design and build dashboards that are both visually appeal... Show more

Since 2010 delivering value in the Microsoft ecosystem: .NET web development, designing and building solutions in Azure. Since 2021, more focused in the Power Platform and Artifical Intelligence world.

Since 2010 delivering value in the Microsoft ecosystem: .NET web development, designing and building solutions in Azure. Since 2021, more focused in the Power Platform and Artifical Intelligence world. Show more