Speakers 2022

  • Ahmad Najjar

    Ahmad Najjar

    MVP | MCT | Power Platform Architect Lead @ Avanade

    Ahmad is an enthusiastic developer heart and soul and a Power Platform Architect Lead based in Oslo at Avanade. He’s also an active co-organizer for events and hackathons.

    During his 17 years of experience, He has mainly worked with Microsoft based technologies, like ASP.NET, C#, SQL and (of course) SharePoint, which is his main focus area at work, whereas he has worked with SharePoint since the beta version of MOSS 2007!

    Ahmad is a subject matter expert in Power Automate and Power Apps, where “more and more” they are becoming his full-time focus areas! He is always exploring them in many ways from basic to advanced scenarios. He has also delivered countless sessions and workshops on those subjects!

    Ahmad is also an expert in Azure Logic Apps, whereas he delivered enterprise scale projects using Logic Apps and delivered many sessions and workshops on the subject!

    Ahmad is also fascinated with some of the cloud services in Azure; he is always exploring them in ways to take whatever we are doing to the next level.

  • Alexander Arvidsson

    Alexander Arvidsson

    Star Wars fan extraordinaire

    Alexander is a principal solutions architect at Attollo in Sweden. Nobody really knows what it means to be a principal solutions architect, but he spends his days teaching courses or helping clients of all shapes and sizes to take better care of their data.
    He has spent the last 25 years poking around with data, databases and related infrastructure services such as storage, networking and virtualization, occasionally emerging from the technical darkness to attend a Star Wars convention somewhere in the world.
    He is a Data Platform MVP, frequent international speaker, podcaster, Pluralsight author, blogger and a Microsoft Certified Trainer, focusing on the Microsoft data platform stack.

  • Andrew Bibby

    Andrew Bibby

    Customer Success Director at Proximo 3, MVP, MCT

    I’m part of the team of experts at Proximo 3, a specialist Microsoft consulting company. Our team provides consultancy and advice on Dynamics 365 and Power Platform projects. I’m a passionate believer in applying change management to CRM projects and a certified Prosci practitioner.

    I’ve been a Microsoft Business Applications MVP, specialising in Dynamics 365 and Power Platform, since 2017.

  • Carl Cookson

    Carl Cookson

    Microsoft Architect, MVP, MCT @Capgemini

    Power Platform seasoned (ex) developer with a passion for community and enabling everyone.
    I am a seasoned professional developer who has experience with Dynamics 365 as well as other CRMs for over 20 years.
    Microsoft MVP/MCT for Business Applications since 2020

  • Carl Millert

    Carl Millert

    Nordic Go-To-Market Lead Power Platform at Avanade

  • Carmen Ysewijn

    Carmen Ysewijn

    Power Platform Architect | Microsoft Business Applications MVP

    Carmen is a Business Applications MVP and Power Platform Architect at Qubix (Belgium) with a passion to find the right solution for any challenge that arises. With this solution-oriented approach, she helps customers improve their business processes. She loves to share the knowledge she gains along the way on her blog or speaking at conferences.

  • Chris Huntingford

    Chris Huntingford

    Global Power Apps Lead

    I’m a geek and proud to admit it! I’m also a rather large, talkative South African who plays drums, wears horrendous Hawaiian shirts and has an affinity for engaging in as many social gatherings as humanly possible, because, well….I want to experience as much as possible and connect with as many different people as I can! I am, unapologetically, Myself! This zest for interaction and collaboration has led to a fixation on community and an understanding that by bringing people together in the right environment, ANYTHING can be achieved.

    I have an intense enthusiasm for technology. I am a terrific tinkerer, a passionate problem solver and a magical maker. As long as I am creating something, I feel fulfilled. Technology provides me with my creative outlet, especially in a digital format. My core focus is on the Microsoft Power Platform, a perfect consolidation of digital technology creating a symphony between both right and left brain hemispheres.

    I love to explore the huge mountain of digital building bricks provided by Microsoft to create amazing solutions and solve real problems. I love to bring people together to talk about the amazing things that can be created and can be used to change the way organisations work. I enjoy watching as people, both inexperienced and seasoned, build things and then realise that technology and learning have no boundaries. The sense of digital inclusion within community is what I strive for.

    I look forward to connecting with each and every one of you!

    #BuildAwesomeThings

  • Claire Edgson

    Claire Edgson

    Global Lead Solution Architect Power Platform at Avanade

  • Daniel Laskewitz

    Daniel Laskewitz

    Business Productivity Consultant @ Sogeti

    Daniel is a Senior Business Productivity Consultant & Microsoft Business Applications MVP who is very enthusiastic about all things Office 365, Microsoft Power Automate, Power Apps, Azure & SharePoint (Online).

    Since the preview, Daniel has been working with Microsoft Power Automate and later on with Microsoft Power Apps. That led to him being awarded an MVP Award for Business Solutions. He loves to blog, present and evangelize about improving productivity in the modern workspace with these amazing tools!

  • Edit Kapcari

    Edit Kapcari

    Power Platform Advisor, MCT | Microsoft Power Platform & Dynamics 365 CE at ORBIS SE

    Software Engineer with a “roll-up your sleeves” attitude and a never-ending thirst to constantly absorb, create, quickly adopt new technologies and be part of a solution. My current focus is on Web Technologies, Microsoft Business Applications, and UI/UX Accessible design, enclosing a successful history of working in client or internal projects in the Tech Industry.

    I am also obsessed with transferring information and workflow through captivating Tech talks.

    Academical Background:
    • M.Sc. in Computer Science | Saarland University
    • M.Sc. in Computer Engineering | Polytechnic University of Tirana

  • Erwin Buggenhout

    Erwin Buggenhout

    Product Manager @ Experlogix

    Erwin Buggenhout has been part of the Microsoft Dynamics ISV ecosystem for more than a decade, with a sharp focus on document automation.

  • Fausto Capellan Jr

    Fausto Capellan Jr

    VeCa Enterprises, LLC – Owner

    Fausto Capellan, Jr is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications, focused on the Power Platform: Microsoft Power Automate and Power Apps. He has worked with SharePoint both as an admin and as a developer for over 12 years. He is a frequent speaker at events such as Microsoft Ignite, Power Platform Summit, Microsoft Business Applications Summit, and SharePoint Saturdays. He is also a frequent collaborator at the Microsoft Power Automate Community forums assisting users with solutions.

  • Guido Preite

    Guido Preite

    Software Architect

    Software Architect con 12 anni di esperienza su Dynamics CRM / 365 Customer Engagement / Power Platform.

  • Iain Connolly

    Iain Connolly

    Director at Proximo 3, Microsoft MVP and MCT

    Iain is part of the team of experts at Proximo 3. Proximo 3 provide specialist consulting services and advice on Dynamics 365 and Power Platform projects.

    Iain has worked with Microsoft Dynamics 365/ CRM for over 14 years. Initially beginning his journey supporting CRM 4.0 and has since worked across many dynamics projects filing roles from Pre-Sales, Functional & Technical consulting, Solution Architecture and Training.
    These projects have covered sales, customer service, field service and dynamics marketing across a range of organisations from SMEs to Large enterprises.

    Iain is also a Microsoft Certified Trainer and in 2020 he was recognised by Microsoft as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP).

    The MVP award was in recognition of his activities in the community, blogging and being a founder and organiser of the Scottish Summit conference.

  • Ilya Fainberg

    Ilya Fainberg

    Sr. Program Manager at Microsoft, Power Platform R&D

    For the past 17 years, I worked on leading and designing mission-critical business applications for different industries, from banking to automotive, from telecommunications to sports.
    Today I’m proud to be part of Microsoft’s Power Platform R&D team, working on making the cloud better for our customers with Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365.

  • Iona Varga

    Iona Varga

    Power App Developer at Avanade

    Iona is a experienced developer in the field of PowerApps and ALM.

  • Ivan Ficko

    Ivan Ficko

    Software Architect

    Ivan is a Dynamics 365 CE / CRM developer who has been exploring the possibilities of the platform for the last 6 years. Started his career as a web developer, but he was interested in the field of business applications and business apps became his passion since then. He is interested in new and innovative technical solutions in the world of business applications.

  • Joe Leberte

    Joe Leberte

    Vice President of Sales and Partnerships EMEA – Solgari

  • Jon Levesque

    Jon Levesque

    DocuSign Lead Evangelist | Power Platform OG

    Father. Explorer. Outdoorsman. Keynote Speaker. Builder of Community. #DocuSign. #Automation. Marketing. Beer & Wing enthusiast. My opinions are my own.

  • Julian Sharp

    Julian Sharp

    Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure Solutions Architect at Ready 365

    Julian has worked with Dynamics 365 since first release and has over the past 4-5 years used Power Platform and Azure to enhance solutions for users, Julian is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Business Applications MVP and delivers training across Europe on Azure and the Power Platform

  • Kaila Bloomfield

    Kaila Bloomfield

    Snr Technical Architect (D365 F&O)

    As a Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Technical Architect I have worked with customers, Partners and Microsoft to support in the delivery of complex ERP solutions and requirements. ERP implementations often end up overcomplicated simply because people make them that way and my goal is to try and stop that! We can make it simpler so lets do this!

    This can fall under Human Resources, Finance, Project Management and Accounting, with Azure or Power Platform extensions and data integrations.

  • Karin Loo

    Karin Loo

    Head of Digital Sales & Service @Avanade Nordics

    18+ years in the IT consulting industry in roles spanning from back-end developer to business unit lead where the past 13 years have been dedicated to Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Addicted to digital transformations, the disruptive thinking and to unlock the untapped business potential with tech.

    Good to know: I get headache if I see a custom entity deployed in production with the default puzzle logo.

  • Kathrine Hogseth

    Kathrine Hogseth

    CEO at CRM-Konsulterna

    As CEO for the well known Swedish company CRM-Konsulterna, Kathrine has implemented several CRM and ERP projects through the years – both on customer and vendor side. In her role as CEO and sales rep she is both a user and vendor of Dynamics/PowerPlatform and ISV solutions – and brings several perspectives to the discussion.

  • Keith Whatling

    Keith Whatling

    PowerApps Champ, PowerAddict & Business Applications MVP

    Starting off as a multimedia geek back in the late ’90s and working in almost every field of content creation, Keith has, after a short hiatus from the digital world, transitioned from traditional app development to PowerApps and the Power platform.

    Speaking at Microsoft Business Applications Summit 2018 &2019, Ignite, Future Decoded, Ignite World Tour and Power Platform Summit.

    I’m also a joint leader and founder of the PowerApps Usergroup London and am a founding member of PowerAddicts.

  • Malin Martnes

    Malin Martnes

    MVP – MaCoTra AS

    Malin started as a CRM user with no technical background. In 2014 she got lost in the world of consultancy and has stayed there ever since. She now works with the Power Platform and the CRM side of Dynamics 365, especially focusing on Marketing. She is also one of the top consultants in the world when you want to talk about D365 HR.

  • Mark Christie

    Mark Christie

    Managing Director at Proximo 3, Microsoft MVP & MCT

    Mark is a Blogger, YouTuber & Podcast host who has over 15 years experience of delivering Dynamics CE Projects, Mark is a Microsoft Business Solutions MVP

  • Mats Necker

    Mats Necker

    CTO – knk Customer Engagement GmbH

    Working for 10 years with Microsoft Biz Apps as a solution architect / developer, started with BC nowadays loving the Power Platform & Azure

  • Megan V. Walker

    Megan V. Walker

    Business Applications MVP

    Megan Walker is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP and a D365/CRM consultant with experience in web design, social media and marketing. She’s a passionate blogger, writing about tips, tricks and ideas for non developer geeks.

  • Michael Roth

    Michael Roth

    Power Platform MVP & Governance Specialist @Avanade (He/him)

    Michael Roth has been working as a consultant since 2011 and found his way into the IT around 2015. He focuses on Power Platform Governance, Adoption and organizational implementation. Coming from a Microsoft 365 background he creates opportunities for end users, admins and code first developer to realize fusion projects with the Power Platform.

  • Mislav Raguž-Vodenac

    Mislav Raguž-Vodenac

    Span, Consultant

    Mislav started his Dynamics 365 CE and Power Platform career almost 3 years ago. His role is as a citizen developer for Dynamics 365 CE and Power Platform and his passion is exploring new features and Microsoft technology trends. Since then, a lot of time and effort was invested to expand knowledge and experience.

  • Mohamed Mostafa

    Mohamed Mostafa

    Microsoft MVP – Solutions Director, TechLabs London

    Mohamed is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) who focuses on Architecting, Leading and Delivering Dynamics 365 Technology enabled Business Solutions and Digital Transformation programmes. He has been focusing on Microsoft Dynamics CRM for more than 15 years. He has led and delivered Dynamics programmes across various Industries and Sectors leading both onshore and offshore teams. Mohamed is also a regular speaker on Dynamics 365 CRM, GDPR, Cloud & Digital Transformation and Customer Technology Strategy. He started, and built from the ground up, the Dynamics CRM Practice for a Big 4 Management Consultancy in London.

    As a seasoned Architect, who led and delivered large scale several thousand users implementations, he currently focuses on helping his clients with their Dynamics Programmes providing both Technical/Programme Assurance and Specialist Implementation Services along with onshore and offshore development capabilities.

  • Mohamed Ashiq Faleel

    Mohamed Ashiq Faleel

    Solutions Architect|MVP|MCT

    Architect specialized in SharePoint, Microsoft 365 services and Azure. Blogger @ https://ashiqf.com/

  • Nick Doelman

    Nick Doelman

    Senior Content Developer @ Microsoft

    Nick currently works at Microsoft as a senior content developer focused on developing content for Power Apps portals. Prior to joining Microsoft, Nick was a trainer and consultant focused on the Power Platform. Nick has been awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award from 2017 to 2021 and is a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) since 2019. Nick has been engaged as a subject matter expert in hundreds of Dynamics CRM/365 and Power Platform projects. Nick has a passion for promoting learning and collaboration to help others achieve success in their Power Platform projects and careers. Nick is also a competitive Powerlifter and has recently competed at the 2022 Canadian Powerlifting Championships (winning bronze) and is training for the 2022 North American Powerlifting Championship.

  • Nico Fernandez

    Nico Fernandez

    3xMVP Bizz Apps | MCT | MVS | Power Platform | Dynamics 365 CE | HCL MBAP

    I am Microsoft MVP in Business Applications, Microsoft Certified Trainer -MCT-, solution architect of Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and Power Platform and Microsoft Valuable Seller, currently serving as Head of Presales of Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and Power Platform.

    I have over 13 years of experience as a functional analyst in various internal projects and consulting level, specializing in customer experience, of which the last 8 years have been exclusively with Microsoft’s business application platform.

    In recent years, I have worked in a leadership role, both as part of the steering committee of a local Spanish partner, working on the strategy and development of the alliance with Microsoft, business development and internal development of the team, and currently as part of the EMEA sales leadership team of one of the top 5 global partners, in charge of the pre-sales team.

  • Paul Murana

    Paul Murana

    Flow like the wind!

    Paul is an independent IT consultant that adds value to organisations by optimising processes and integrating applications.

    Paul is passionate about the Microsoft Power Platform and is both a super user on the Power Automate community forums and a Microsoft MVP.

  • Ryan Maclean

    Ryan Maclean

    D365 Technical Lead

    Microsoft Business Applications MVP with over a decade of experience in CRM systems. My focus is on developing solutions that increase business efficiency and make life easier for end users

  • Scott Sewell

    Scott Sewell

    Principal Program Manager, Power BI and former Dynamics 365 Global Black Belt at Microsoft

    As a Principal Product Manager within the Power BI team and a former Dynamics 365 Black Belt at Microsoft – I’ve seen firsthand how valuable the data in Dataverse can be for the decision-makers. I’ve also worked through the challenges that are commonly faced by makers when bringing Power BI to Dataverse or vice versa.
    I’m passionate about how valuable these two tools are when used together and I’m always excited to share and learn with other makers on the Power Platform.

  • Timo Pertilä

    Timo Pertilä

    Microsoft MVP (Business Applications) / Power Platform + Office 365 geek / Speaker / Blogger

    Power Platform & Office 365 Consultant. 20 years’ experience on IT industry. Helping customers to make the most of their Microsoft investments.

    Currently working most of the time with Power Platform. But loving also Teams, Planner, SharePoint, Microsoft Graph, PowerShell, Bot Framework etc.

    Wrote over 100 blog post related to Office 365 / Azure during the last 2 years.

  • Tomas Riha

    Tomas Riha

    Business process automation consultant | Microsoft MVP

    Business process automation consultant who spent ~10 years automating business processes using Microsoft technologies, currently working with Power Platform, SharePoint, Teams, and the other M365 tools.

  • Tomasz Poszytek

    Tomasz Poszytek

    Business Applications MVP

    A believer in enabling organizations to work more effectively helping them to achieve it by leveraging their effectiveness through their business processes digitalization and optimization. Having a strong analytical background being a Business Analyst for years, he has lots of experience in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Bi), but also in Nintex or Webcon. He really enjoys to continuously learn to stay up to date and to share his knowledge not only with his customers, but with technical communities as well.

    He’s building business processes and applications that are easy for users’ to stick to, so they can follow and understand them. In overall he transforms processes to be more reliable and effortless.

    Co-organizer of SharePoint Saturday Warsaw and active community member, blogger and international speaker.

  • Tricia Sinclair

    Tricia Sinclair

    Avanade – Customer Service Lead Europe

    I have over 10 years experience in implementing CRM solutions in various roles from Consultant to Architect. I am passionate about delivering quality solutions and sharing my experiences and knowledge about D365 with the community.

  • Ulrikke Akerbæk

    Ulrikke Akerbæk

    Low Code Practice Lead, Itera

    User Experience through digital interfaces, interaction, branding and visual design has been her passion and focus since she created her first website at age 14. She started her career as a SharePoint consultant, the last 6 years worked as a solution architect on Power Platform specializing in Power Pages. She is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP and is currently Low Code Practice Lead at Itera.

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