Bio: An accomplished leader in Agile PMO, Digital Transformation, and SAFe methodologies, Maria has experience in a broad spectrum of industries, including legal, financial services, entertainment and logistics.
In her current role, Maria is focused on the use of Artificial Intelligence to enhance and simplify various processes and create more efficient work practices.
A devotee of lifelong learning, Maria holds multiple degrees that complement her experience, including MSc in Business Information Systems, International Diploma in Business Analysis, Certified SPC, BSc in Industrial Engineering and Management, and others.
Bio: Priya is the Director of Quality at Aristocrat Technology Inc. Holding degrees in Engineering and IT Marketing, she uses her knowledge and expertise in Automation and Emerging Tech to inspire her team and improve their digital processes especially quality. Priya has a pragmatic style of leadership and is passionate about making the workplace a better place for her team, both in its culture and in its workflow. She can often be found reading up on the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation, some of her personal interests.
Bio: I help companies solve complex business challenges using technology and leveraging data to drive revenue growth and optimise operational cost. As a problem-led leader with over 20+ years of experience in managing complex digital and data transformation initiatives.
I have led remote agile teams of over 200+ professionals and successfully transitioned technology departments to improve collaboration, efficiency, predictability, quality, operational excellence by simplifying processes and integrating business areas to deliver sustainable business value
My expertise includes tech strategy, product engineering, team building, decommissioning legacy technology, re-architecture, cloud migration, insourcing, near-shoring, and resource optimisation, with a proven track record of reducing OPEX.
I have been recognised for implementing award-winning intelligent data platforms and excel in cultivating successful relationships with stakeholders while managing multi-million-euro budgets.
Bio: Stefania Bonà is a leader in payments and data, currently working as Head of AI Products at Trustly, tapping into the account-to-account payments building products leveraging open banking. Before joining Trustly, she worked as a Data Science & Machine Learning Engineering Senior Product Manager at Checkout.com, and as EMEA Gift Cards Payments Product Manager at Amazon. She has over 11 years of experience in risk, machine learning and AI technologies
Bio: Henry Tse is an experienced Technology and Market Innovation Leader with over 20 years of expertise in managing complex systems across diverse sectors, including safety-critical engineering, security, energy, and transport innovation. Currently, he serves as the Global Head of Products and Services at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, where he drives new innovations, including AI, into solution offerings to meet clients’ evolving needs.
Previously, Henry made significant contributions at Connected Places Catapult, collaborating with stakeholders to develop commercial solutions addressing critical societal challenges. His pragmatic approach and leadership style foster the creation of strong, effective teams that work across boundaries to drive positive change.
In addition to his industry roles, Henry holds several esteemed positions: Adjunct Professor at the University of Southampton, Chair of the UKRI Trustworthy Autonomous Systems Hub Strategic Advisory Network, and Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology.
Bio: A proven Digital AI & Data executive, Apoorv trailblazes business + technology strategies to help Financial Services, Retail and Telco companies increase digital sales, improve customer & employee experiences, and reduce operating costs.
During the past two decades, Apoorv has become:
• A trusted advisor to the CxOs and P&L champions in Insights & Analytics, Chief Data Office, eCommerce
• Battle-hardened in the deal-formation through to delivery of complex AI/ML-led Data Transformation programs
• A leadership-team executive with growth and profitability targets
At EY, Apoorv:
• Drives AI & Advanced Analytics go-to-market at key Financial Services accounts
• Proudly delivers Customer delight with strategic engagements
• Mentors a growing and diverse team of Tech Consulting rock stars
Apoorv has a Bachelors and a Masters degree in Computer Science, is an accredited Chartered Management Consultant, and has kept himself upto date on the rapidly evolving Data & AI technology via certifications such as GCP and Snowflake.
Outside of work, Apoorv spends most of his time with family & friends, outdoors!
Bio: Luke is a seasoned Machine Learning Engineer with a diverse background spanning consultancy, entrepreneurship, and leadership roles in both startups and multinational corporations. He has built extensive expertise in Deep Learning and other ML algorithms and has applied this knowledge across multiple sectors with an emphasis on healthcare.
Bio: Tom Cooper is a seasoned data science and AI expert with over a decade of experience deploying advanced machine learning techniques. He specialises in leveraging large language models (LLMs), audio transcription, document extraction, price optimisation, and real-time customer behaviour prediction to deliver impactful business solutions. Outside of work, Tom is a passionate retro gaming enthusiast and collector, an avid metal and blues guitar player, and a devoted fan of fantasy fiction.
