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.

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.

Angelo Zodda – UX Leader, Digital Strategist, and Innovator at Dollar General  With over 20 years of experience, Angelo Zodda has led UX and digital transformation at companies like Dollar General, Subway, Zumba Fitness, and many others. His work redefines how businesses engage with customers, integrating real-time feedback to create smarter, more effective experiences. As UX evolves, Angelo champions a shift toward User Experience Engineering, where AI, automation, and data-driven strategies enhance personalization and efficiency. He believes UX professionals must not only embrace AI but also understand how their designs are built and implemented—bridging the gap between design and development to improve product delivery and execution.

Sabrina Hurst is a strategic leader in GRC IT Risk & Compliance, currently serving as VP of IT Governance and Compliance at LPL Financial. With over two decades of experience spanning LPL Financial, Baker Hughes, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, Hewlett-Packard Company, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, she specializes in developing and implementing comprehensive cybersecurity risk management and compliance programs, driven by strategic planning with a focus on operational excellence. While leading and managing worldwide teams, Sabrina is a certified expert (CIA, CISA, CRMA, CRISC, CICA, SWP) with a proven track record of driving results and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Alexandra Montgomery is an innovation leader specializing in generative AI and emerging technologies at Sodexo. She is passionate about leveraging AI driven solutions to drive transformation, enhance efficiency, and unlock new business growth opportunities. Alexandra actively contributes to industry discussions and thought leadership forums, sharing insights on the evolving role of technology in business innovation. She thrives at the intersection of strategy and emerging trends, continuously exploring ways to apply these applications to create real-world impact. In her spare time, Alexandra has a passion for mentoring young women who are early on in their careers through various community initiatives to help connect them to the best opportunities.

Hima Arimanda is a technology leader with over 25 years of experience driving innovation, architecting enterprise solutions, and leading large-scale digital transformations across diverse industries. Currently serving as Senior Director of Technology and Principal Architect at Elevance Health, Hima has spearheaded a $200M multi-cloud adoption strategy, modernizing 400+ legacy applications and integrating cutting-edge AI/ML solutions to achieve scalability, security, and compliance. Previously, he held leadership roles at Amazon, where he delivered AI-powered programs such as the "What Should I Read Next" initiative and improved Alexa Shopping latency by 21%. At Equifax, he managed a business unit with global presence, and developed the next-generation credit risk platform generating $800M+ annual revenue. Hima is an expert in enterprise architecture, cloud strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP), application modernization, and data governance.

A visionary technology executive known for leading transformative initiatives in digital and omni-channel commerce. With over 15 years of experience driving innovation across e-commerce, SaaS, and retail, Amit has built and scaled global engineering teams, modernized tech stacks, and delivered seamless customer experiences for high-growth brands including Spanx, Rad Power Bikes, Ingredientsonline, Diamond Foundry, and ESalon. His leadership blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, enabling businesses to thrive through composable architectures, AI-driven personalization, and integrated digital ecosystems.

Nadia H. is a technology executive, entrepreneur, and former public sector CIO who specializes in AI strategy, digital transformation, and governance. With a career spanning local government leadership and innovation roles at top tech companies, Nadia brings real-world insights into how organizations can adopt AI responsibly — balancing risk, ethics, and innovation. She is passionate about helping organizations build AI governance frameworks that are practical, actionable, and future-proof.

Sean Flowers has a background in Cybersecurity, focusing on education and strategic leadership. These focuses include planning for future cybersecurity demands while securing the present and translating industry job descriptions to educational curriculums. He is a The Executive Director of Ready Force Cyber, Chief Information Security Officer for a government organization and a Cyber Operations Officer in the Army Reserve. He holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice, Graduate Certificate in Cyber Crime & Critical Infrastructure Protection, M.S in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation, M.A in Business Administration and pursing a doctorate in cybersecurity leadership at Capital Technology University. Sean is a proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Altaz Bhanji is a cloud technology strategist and cybersecurity expert with a passion for driving innovation in the cloud, particularly AWS environments. With extensive consulting experience across diverse industries and company sizes, he excels at crafting secure, scalable cloud architectures that align with business objectives. Altaz is recognized for his visionary approach to cloud transformation, combining deep technical expertise with strategic insight to deliver impactful solutions. His strong foundation in cybersecurity ensures robust protection of digital assets, making him a trusted advisor in the ever-evolving cloud landscape. He currently works as Chief Cloud Architect at Visa.

Rameshwar Balanagu is a distinguished digital transformation leader, Chief Architect, and Fractional CXO/Advisor with deep expertise in enterprise architecture, AI-driven innovation, and large-scale business transformation. As the Chief Enterprise Architect at UNFI, he has spearheaded IT modernization initiatives across Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups. A sought-after international speaker and thought leader, Rameshwar is passionate about AI for Good, digital twins, and emerging technologies that drive business disruption, sustainability, and innovation. He advises C-suite executives on enterprise data, AI, and digital strategy, leveraging design thinking, automation, and analytics to accelerate transformation at scale.