Leading Embedded Systems Experts

I'm Jamin Mahmood-Wiebe, co-founder and Managing Director of IJONIS, an AI agency in Hamburg, Germany. We build & integrate AI-powered solutions for businesses - not slide decks, not strategy papers, but working software that ships to production. My background is unusual for someone running an AI agency. I started in corporate analytics at Shell, moved into entrepreneurship, and taught myself to code along the way. That combination - business operations, startup chaos, and engineering - shapes everything we build. Before AI, I ran businesses. I co-founded a Japanese rice sandwich concept called Sando & Ichi that won the German Gastro Startup Award 2018 and was acquired by Germany's third-largest cafe chain. I co-founded Vulvani, an online education platform for women's health that now serves tens of thousands of monthly visitors and was recognized as Kreativ- und Kulturpiloten by the German federal government. I built and ran a 7-figure international e-commerce operation selling workwear across Amazon and our own shops. In 2024, I pivoted IJONIS fully into AI. Today we've shipped four products to market: VellumSign (AI-powered interactive web proposals), FlatMagic (Amazon listing automation), Parq (AI-powered sales training), and GEO Lint, the first open-source linter for Generative Engine Optimization - helping content rank not just in Google, but in ChatGPT, Perplexity, and AI Overviews. My technical expertise spans full-stack development, AI systems architecture, multi-agent orchestration, and growth automation. I work daily with Claude, building agentic workflows that handle everything from prospect research to content creation to outreach. Topics I can speak to with depth: AI adoption for businesses, generative engine optimization (GEO), building AI-powered products as a non-traditional engineer, e-commerce automation, the German Mittelstand's AI readiness gap, and what it actually takes to ship AI solutions beyond the prototype stage. I speak German (native) and English (fluent). Based in Hamburg, available for remote interviews across time zones.

As a software engineer at Featured, I focus on utilizing LLMs and other techniques to ensure Featured runs as smoothly as possible. I use novel applications of LLMs and other generative AIs to automate routine business operations.

Sandeep Kumar Bomthapalli is an automotive functional safety expert specializing in the safety of AI-driven vehicles and the semiconductor chips that power them. He is one of a small number of professionals certified in both ISO 26262 and the newly published ISO 8800 — the first international standard specifically addressing AI safety for road vehicles. Expertise: Autonomous vehicle safety, AI safety standards, ISO 8800, ISO 26262, automotive semiconductors, self-driving car technology, edge AI in vehicles

Embeded Software and Modem engineer with overall experience of 7+ years. Currently working as a Staff Engineer at Qualcomm, San Diego. I have completed my M.S (Masters of Science) in Computer Science from Northeastern University's Khoury college of computer science. I have a Bachelor's degree in Information science and Engineering.Previously have worked with Samsung R&D Institute (Bangalore), Mistral Limited (Bangalore). I have expertise in Audio device driver for Samsung smartphones and tablets based on Qualcomm processors. Expertise in Audio device driver bring up on Texas Instrument’s highly-integrated, low-power audio codec chipset TLVAIC3262, based on NVidia Tegra processor. I have complete understanding of ALSA (Advanced Linux Sound Architecture), I2C, Slimbus and SPI protocols. Expertise in software engineering, debugging and testing in diverse environments with strong understanding of real-time systems, Linux Internals (user/kernel mode), multi-thread programming and device drivers.Theories: Computer Systems, Algorithms, Embedded Systems, Robotics Science, Data Structures with CTechnologies: Linux, Android, Android NDK, C, Python, Java

Chirag Patel (CP) is Head of Europe – AI & Digital Transformation at Hidden Brains, based in Munich, Germany. Stevie® Award-winning technology leader working with mid-market and enterprise organizations across DACH, BENELUX, and the Nordics on practical AI adoption, generative AI strategy, and digital transformation roadmaps. With deep expertise in enterprise AI implementation, legacy system modernization, and Industry 4.0, Chirag helps C-suite executives and technology leaders move beyond AI experimentation to production-ready execution at scale. His work spans manufacturing, logistics, retail, life sciences, and professional services sectors across European markets.

Building Industrial IoT solutions that make oil wells smarter.15+ years in software development. 10 years applying AI, edge computing, and IIoT to transform oil and gas operations. Credentials: 3 U.S. Patent Applications – Edge AI & production optimization 4 Peer-Reviewed Publications – SPE & Southwestern Petroleum Short Course SPE Member Focus Areas: Industrial IoT • Edge Computing • AI/ML • Real-Time Analytics • Production Optimization • Autonomous Field ApplicationsHouston-based. Let's connect if you're working on IIoT in the energy industry.

I've worked in manufacturing almost my entire adult life in Arizona, starting in 2000. With a focus specifically in and around the electronic and semiconductor manufacturing industries, I have unique experience in regards to both. I've been involved in almost every process regarding semiconductor manufacturing and use. This goes from the actual fabrication of the wafer substrate used in building ICs, to running the processes that create the IC on the wafer, to attaching the wire bonds for individual die. Finally, and to my current role, of assembling PCB's and placing completed IC products into real-world applications for use in a variety of industry, including the semiconductor, medical, aerospace, and military/law enforcement industries.

Tirumala Rao Chimpiri is a senior enterprise technology professional with more than 26 years of experience driving ERP modernization, digital transformation, and business-process automation for Fortune 500 companies and global organizations across the banking, manufacturing, logistics, and public-sector domains. He has led major ERP programs spanning finance and HR systems, delivering operational agility, enhanced security, and measurable performance gains at scale. He serves as Chair of the IEEE Computer Society’s Long Island Section and is a Senior Member of IEEE and a Fellow of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE). He contributes to enterprise-technology governance and digital-innovation strategy through leadership roles in national and international technology organizations, helping shape the future of intelligent enterprise platforms.

I design reliable home internet delivery systems, ensuring connectivity during critical moments. With over 18 years in OTT video and broadband, I focus on simplifying complex infrastructure for everyday users, managing gateways, apps, and diagnostics. At Comcast, I led programs integrating LTE backup and AI-driven diagnostics to proactively address connectivity issues. My recent efforts include modernizing data models and enhancing gateway security for next-gen devices. I aim to build resilient systems that users can trust, and I welcome discussions on broadband resilience and user-edge diagnostics. Skills: >Platform & Connectivity Programs: Cross-functional delivery in firmware, network devices (DOCSIS, WiFi, LTE), cloud services, and apps, including backup and activation features. >Diagnostics & Data Foundations: Implementing speed tests, in-home diagnostics, data models, and customer experiences informed by telemetry. >Observability & Dashboards: Creating health signals and dashboards for operations, using metrics for continuous improvement. >Cloud & Systems: AWS, microservices, data pipelines, and API-first designs for integration. >Program Leadership: Managing cross-organizational efforts, roadmaps, risk, change management, and stakeholder communication. >Process & Operations: Defining KPIs, designing experiments, prioritizing data-driven initiatives, and executing efficiently in dynamic environments.

I build software that people use every day and enjoy working with. At BeZoned, I led the team that created a Virtual Office inside Microsoft Teams. The product helps real teams coordinate work and interact without the friction that comes with remote communication — you can see who’s available, join conversations without scheduling, and stay focused with fewer context switches. This has helped teams work together more smoothly even when they are spread across different locations. My approach to engineering is practical. I work directly with teams to turn ideas into working features, test assumptions early, and focus on real user needs rather than abstractions. I stay up to date with advances in AI and use that knowledge where it adds value, whether that’s automating routine work inside a product or improving internal tools. Keeping aware of new models and capabilities lets me make informed decisions about where and how to apply them. I enjoy solving real problems and helping teams build good products. I mentor engineers, refine development practices, and work with designers and stakeholders to make sure what we build works well for the people who use it.

I am an award winning highly quantitative Product Development Engineer who specializes in transforming raw silicon characterization data into predictable, high-yield products ready for mass production, with direct experience on cutting-edge 3nm and 2nm processes crucial for next-generation AI and ML hardware. My expertise is rooted in applying Statistical Design of Experiments (DOE) and advanced methodologies like Six Sigma directly to post-silicon issues. I leverage deep data analysis to quickly pinpoint and eliminate root causes of complex parametric and functional failures within System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures. Notably, I personally conceptualized and implemented the entire Yield Management System for ARM, a multi-billion dollar entity, delivering a mission-critical infrastructure solution at virtually zero dollar cost. This rigorous, data-driven approach is key to achieving robust product quality and accelerating the time-to-market for every new silicon generation. I was also as named a Thinkers360 Top 25 Global Thought Leader and Influencer in the "Engineering" category and a Top 50 Global Thought Leader and Influencer in the "Future of Work" category for 2025.

📌 Key Areas: Secure Software Engineering | Zero-Trust Security | Cloud & DevOps Security | AI for Cyber Defense | Research & Innovation | Cybersecurity Advocacy I am an award-winning Cybersecurity Professional and Software Engineer with about 10 years of experience building secure, resilient, and scalable systems that safeguard enterprises and critical infrastructures worldwide. At Microsoft, I have spearheaded high-impact security engineering initiatives across Azure, DevOps, and enterprise security driving innovations in zero-trust frameworks, system observability, automation, and AI-integrated security solutions. My contributions have fortified services relied upon by global customers while elevating industry standards in reliability, compliance, and risk management. Beyond corporate impact, I am deeply committed to advancing the cybersecurity community. As an advisor, trainer, and researcher, I actively contribute to academic publications, global workshops, and non-profit initiatives with multiple global organizations like CyberNGO, Mentors Without Borders, TCET, CHARUSAT, PARUL, MSU, Live2Serve and Many More, promoting cybersecurity awareness and training future leaders. Recognized with honors such as the Global Recognition Award 2025 and multiple CISO50 Innovation & Excellence Awards, my mission is to bridge research, engineering, and leadership to shape the future of digital trust and resilience.

I'm the founder of BY BANKS, a technology consultancy based in Dubai. I design and build custom operational platforms, retail intelligence tools, and AI-powered systems for brands and enterprises. I've been doing this for 15+ years - working with the likes of adidas, Harrods, ASOS, Macy's, and JD Sports, building platforms that handle real operational complexity. I moved to Dubai from Manchester to work closer with businesses across the UAE who are stuck on spreadsheets, off-the-shelf tools, and fragmented systems. I lead every project personally, from architecture through to delivery.

Ruslan Seyidov is an independent infrastructure engineer and RIPE Labs author focused on the intersection of physical execution and incident escalation. Based in Azerbaijan, he supports international CDN and carrier teams with on-site interventions in high-risk environments. His work examines rack-level instability, topology fragility, and the operational blind spots that emerge when monitoring remains green but structural redundancy quietly collapses

Steve Campbell is Founder & Lead Technician of ThisFix Computer Services (ThisFix.co.uk), a Cheshire-based IT specialist in Lostock Gralam, Northwich, delivering hands-on laptop/PC repairs, professional data recovery, custom PC builds, malware removal, hardware upgrades, and local IT support across the North-West UK. By day, Steve is an ITIL Service Manager at RS Integrated Supply, where he oversees enterprise IT service delivery: managing incident/problem processes, ensuring ITIL compliance, driving continual service improvement, aligning services to business goals via SLAs/KPIs, leading cross-functional teams, and enhancing reliability/security in global supply-chain IT operations. This dual expertise—strategic ITSM leadership plus frontline consumer/SMB tech fixes—gives Steve unique insights into ITIL implementation, service desk optimisation, data protection, SME cybersecurity, 2026 hardware trends, affordable device lifecycles, and bridging enterprise standards with everyday tech challenges. He frequently shares practical advice drawn from Northwich/Winsford client work and corporate supply-chain IT experience. Available for media commentary, quotes, or interviews on: ITIL & service management Enterprise vs consumer IT trends Data recovery best practices Custom PC building Small business/home cybersecurity Digital transformation in supply chains Website: https://thisfix.co.uk LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/steven-c-b729627a Email: sales@thisfix.co.uk Phone: 07840 841119

Arun is a manufacturing professional working in South Africa, focused on applying artificial intelligence to solve real operational problems in FMCG manufacturing. His work sits at the intersection of AI, production, maintenance, and sustainability, with hands-on experience in improving efficiency, reliability, and resource utilisation in high-speed manufacturing environments. He has exposure to operations across emerging markets, particularly Africa and India, and focuses on practical, data-driven solutions rather than theoretical AI models.

Srinivasan Narayanan is a Principal Platform Engineer and Oracle Solution Delivery Lead specializing in AI-driven supply chain transformation and enterprise ERP modernization. He leads large-scale Oracle Fusion Cloud implementations across manufacturing, inventory, planning, and maintenance functions for global operations. With deep expertise in applying artificial intelligence to real-world supply chain challenges, Srinivasan focuses on areas such as demand forecasting, predictive maintenance, and intelligent automation. His work bridges the gap between advanced technologies and operational execution, helping organizations improve decision-making, efficiency, and resilience. Srinivasan is a frequent speaker at industry conferences, including Oracle AI World and IIoT Manufacturing events, where he shares practical insights on AI adoption in supply chain environments. He is also an IEEE Senior Member and an active contributor to research and thought leadership on AI, ERP systems, and digital supply chains.

As GRC strategist, I advise small and medium-sized enterprises on aligning IT security, regulatory mandates (DSGVO, BSI, NIS 2) and digital business processes. With hands-on experience in embedding compliance into business operations, I can deliver actionable quotes, commentary and thought-leadership for your coverage

👤 Felicia Warden | Telecom Strategist & Global Connectivity Expert Felicia Warden is a seasoned Telecom Strategist and Travel-Tech Innovator with over a decade of experience navigating the shift from physical SIM cards to global digital connectivity. As the driving force behind emerging eSIM platforms, she specializes in democratizing access to affordable mobile data for digital nomads, international students, and frequent travelers. Her expertise lies at the intersection of network infrastructure, cross-border telecommunications, and user-centric SaaS solutions. Industry Expertise & Skills Verticals: Telecommunications (MVNO), Travel-Tech, Digital Nomad Infrastructure. Core Skills: eSIM Provisioning, Strategic Partnerships, Regulatory Compliance, Market Penetration in Emerging Regions (EEA/PL). Technical Focus: Optimizing low-latency data roaming and developing "Education-First" connectivity models for international exchange students. Key Achievements & Features Pioneered "Edu-Connectivity": Architected specialized data solutions that bridge the gap for students moving within the European Higher Education Area, ensuring seamless academic access across borders. Global Scalability: Successfully managed the rollout of digital roaming services across 100+ countries, reducing average connectivity costs for travelers by up to 70%. Thought Leadership: Regularly featured in tech discussions regarding the obsolescence of physical hardware in telecommunications and the future of "Software-Defined Connectivity." Media Hook Felicia is a go-to source for insights on how the "Death of the SIM Card" is changing global travel, the security implications of virtual roaming, and how the .edu.pl digital ecosystem is fostering a new generation of connected learners.

Professional digital transformation architect and principal engineer with 17-plus years of experience in global technology development and enterprise applications by using AI, PEGA, and JAVA/J2EE technologies. I am proficient in programming and software architecture design and development.