My career in IT began with Infosys Technologies Limited, where I was fortunate to gain a strong foundation in Mainframe Technologies. It was an exciting and challenging phase that shaped my technical mindset and work ethic. I worked extensively with a diverse set of legacy and enterprise technologies including COBOL, CICS, AS400, IMS DB/DC, JCL, EZtrieve, DB2, and MS SQL Server.

Phanish’s journey began in Hyderabad, India, where he nurtured a fascination with computers and a relentless drive to understand how technology can solve real-world problems. After earning a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering, he set his sights on the United States, seeking to deepen his technical knowledge and broaden his professional horizons.

With a blend of machine learning expertise and a passion for sustainability, Sathya is redefining how farmers interact with their land, machinery, and data. Her work transcends code and algorithms, embodying a mission to solve some of the most pressing challenges in modern agriculture—efficiency, environmental stewardship, and food security.

As the AI & ML Integration Lead Engineer at Ralph Lauren Corporation, Srinivas stands at the forefront of innovation, seamlessly merging AI with enterprise solutions to drive operational excellence and personalized customer experiences. With a career spanning top-tier global corporations, his expertise in AI, machine learning, and integration architecture has positioned him as a transformative force in the industry.

As a seasoned Cloud AI/ML Engineer at Equinix, Ravi brings over a decade of experience in software engineering, IT services, and cloud infrastructure, contributing to some of the world's leading tech enterprises. His journey, marked by resilience, innovation, and a commitment to continuous learning, reflects his passion for technological transformation.

As a Senior Data Engineer at Lowe’s Inc., Pandugula has spent over 13 years mastering the art of transforming raw data into strategic goldmines. His journey—from safeguarding financial ecosystems at VISA to redefining retail analytics for a Fortune 50 company—is a masterclass in adaptability, technical brilliance, and leadership.

As a Sustaining Mechanical Engineer at Argon Medical, he plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of critical interventional medical devices. His journey, marked by innovation, leadership, and continuous learning, showcases his dedication to improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge engineering solutions.

Chris brings nearly two decades of leadership in the life sciences industry to his role as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Clario. He believes in strong collaboration with customers to shape the future of medicine and medical device development using Clario’s technology and scientific expertise and is committed to supporting Clario customers in their efforts to bring new medicines to patients faster, more safely and more cost effectively.

Luciano joined ADM in 2011 as executive vice president and chief operating officer. He was named president in February 2014, and in January 2015 became the ninth chief executive in ADM’s 112-year history. He became chairman of the board in January 2016. Under Luciano’s leadership, ADM has undergone a remarkable evolution, building on more than a century of heritage to create a global nutrition business, with an industry-leading array of ingredients and solutions.

Russ Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer of Availity. Under his leadership, Availity has become the nation’s premier health information network. Availity’s diversified portfolio of provider and health plan workflow solutions is leveraged by more than 3 million providers, 2000 health plans, and 1000 technology partners nationwide, to facilitate over 13 billion healthcare transactions annually.