Vishal Gupta is senior vice president and CIO and CTO for Lexmark International. He leads global information technology, software development, data science, Lexmark Ventures, and corporate strategy in a unified Connected Technology and Ventures team responsible for making connections — between customers, employees, products and strategy. His organization ensures alignment from strategic direction through software offer delivery, focusing on leveraging emerging technologies such as cloud, IoT, AI and cyber security to deliver outstanding customer and partner outcomes.

Strategic and delivery-focused senior technology leader, Tanweer brings deep subject matter expertise in the areas of Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, and Governance, Risks & Compliance management.

Saleem Bahezaad is a global IT executive with a passion for operational excellence and directing innovative, cost effective and digital solutions for fortune 100 companies. Saleem is currently the CIO for Data and Devices business unit in TE Connectivity. He previously held senior IT leadership roles in Goodyear Rubber and Tire Company where he was responsible for technology strategy and execution for several global functions. He also led several business transformation initiatives in Johnson Controls and General Motors.

Prior to joining Simpson, Mr. Mehta spent four years at Carrier Global Corporation as the Chief Digital & Information Officer and GM Solutions for the Fire & Security segment. During his tenure, he initiated strategies that resulted in a modernized Digital Enterprise as well as a suite of B2B and B2C customer-facing digital offerings. Prior to Carrier Global, Mr. Mehta spent nine years with Siemens Power Services where he held various roles of increasing seniority, including most recently as Head of Digital Business — Americas where he helped build a new Digital P&L from the ground up as well as unlocked operational efficiencies while leading Strategic IT programs.

Shahidul Mannan serves as chief data, analytics and artificial intelligence officer, leading efforts to shape Orlando Health’s data-driven strategy to foster innovation and drive growth, leveraging advanced analytics and artificial intelligence. He focuses on maturing and transforming Orlando Health data and analytics programs across people, processes and technologies to the highest levels as assessed by healthcare industry experts.

Randy is currently the Chief Technology Officer at Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) delivering innovation solutions to large global corporate clients. He conceived and led the development of an industry-leading platform that digitally transforms all assets and processes for the management of all building functions. This platform is foundational in enabling AI to be used in optimizing building operations. Prior to joining JLL Randy had been an independent consultant assisting companies create, develop, and launch new technology products in various industries.

Siva Balu is a seasoned executive in business, digital technology, and healthcare. During this extensive experience, Siva led various transformational strategic initiatives including the founding of various high growth businesses based in healthcare, technology, products, platforms, and data. Siva is currently the Chief Information & Digital Officer at Quartz Health Solutions where he spearheads innovative ways to empower members and communities to create a life well-lived. Siva is a renowned keynote speaker at industry conferences and international events. Siva is on the board of directors of various non-profits and recently was the volunteer Board Chair for the YMCA. Siva is a mentor to various aspiring professionals, diversity leaders, start-ups and venture funds.

Experienced global technology leader in Financial Services. Specialized in providing strategic & innovative leadership, technical vision, architecture and direction of enterprise level and consumer driven products. Cloud evangelist - proven track record in successfully migrating applications to Cloud and driving the cloud computing business using PaaS and IaaS strategies. 25 years of Software Development, Leadership and Software Architect experience

Kate is a "Consummate Consumer" and channel-agnostic "Retail Realist," bringing 18+ years of expertise in marketing, retail, and consumer technology, with a strong focus on luxury and prestige fashion and beauty. Kate continues to champion customer-centric innovation, drawing from her extensive experience in enhancing retail experiences through a customer-focused lens, understanding shopping behaviors and trends.

At the Poole College of Management, Sasha leads the charge in IT innovation, focusing on operational excellence, strategic planning, and transformative End-to-End IT operations. With certifications in ITIL, BRMP, and SAFe 6, she’s a powerhouse in streamlining processes, enhancing system security, and driving cross-functional collaboration. Sasha’s expertise in hybrid-cloud services, IT audits, and infrastructure advancements exemplifies her dedication to efficiency, security, and innovation in the technology space.

Shannon Wilson is a seasoned technology leader with deep expertise in application engineering, cloud infrastructure, and strategic technology management across public and private sectors. As Vice President of Information Technology at the University of Phoenix, Shannon has a proven record of transforming tech strategies to drive business outcomes, leading high-performing teams, and delivering impactful projects. Known for his practical approach, Shannon excels in aligning technological innovations with organizational goals to fuel growth and operational excellence.

Strategic technology leader with progressive IT experience in driving innovation, modernizing platforms, and leading digital transformation in the wealth and banking domain. As the Head of Data Engineering and Cloud Transformation, I specialize in building operational data platforms leveraging Google Cloud Platform (GCP) capabilities to deliver resilient, cost-effective, and future-proof solutions.I bring a proven ability to align technology strategies with business goals, communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels, and build high-performing global teams.

Inna Larson is the Vice President of Technology Strategy, Planning and Enterprise Architecture at Ulta Beauty, where she leads the Technology Strategy, Deployment, Delivery, Transformation, Enterprise Architecture, and IT Services. She is an accomplished leader in global digital transformation and innovation, known for scaling emerging technologies to drive business success. With a deep expertise in business and technology strategy, global implementations, intelligent automation, and enterprise-wide digital initiatives, Inna helps organizations navigate complex technological changes to optimize operations, enhance customer experiences, and foster long-term growth with operational excellence.