Tinu is an accomplished leader working with Google as Head of Customer Engineering. In his role, Tinu advises CxOs on technical strategy that enables Business transformation. Tinu has worked across industries and has helped customers adopt cutting edge technology such as GenAI, Cloud, SAP and is passionate about helping the broader community.

Nishant is a seasoned Product Leader with 20+ years of experience in digital transformation and product-centric innovation. At JLL, he spearheaded award-winning smart building solutions using IoT, AI, and ML. Previously at TransUnion, he monetized data and launched fintech products across multiple countries. An MBA from Kellogg, Nishant drives revenue growth and operational efficiency while mentoring student PM clubs at universities like Duke and Johns Hopkins.

Candace Roberts steers Business Intelligence & Outcome Analytics at Vanco Payment Solutions, driving enhancements in data literacy, adoption, and business insights. She earned a Master’s in Computer Information Systems from the University of Phoenix and further honed her expertise with a Postgraduate Certificate from the University of Texas - Austin. Outside the office, Candace is a seasoned Lead Data Analytics Instructor at General Assembly, where she’s sharpened the skills of budding data analysts by leading over 650 data courses through practical, real-world applications of data analytics.

I have 16+ years of industry experience building SaaS & Web Products for large eCommerce, fintech, and health-tech companies. I have had the privilege of transitioning from a software developer to an Engineering leader role. This journey has been immensely fulfilling, and it has allowed me to gain a comprehensive understanding of the technical, managerial, and business aspects of Computer Science, various technologies, and software development.

As a developer, I was deeply involved in coding, data analysis, problem-solving, and collaborating with peers to create recommendation engines and pricing models. Over time, my passion for technology evolved into a desire to lead and inspire others. Today, as an Engineering leader, I focus on fostering a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and collaboration within my team. My goal is to empower individuals to reach their full potential, both technically and professionally.

With over 11 years of experience in technical recruiting across many verticals, Chris has built his career around helping both his candidates and clients understand the market.  By leveraging his unique perspective, Chris is able to help folks navigate both the current and future market conditions to best positions their careers.  He has worked across several geographies and specialized in tech markets like DevOps, QA, Backend Engineering, Functional Programming, UI/UX.

If you’re interested in speaking with someone who has a long track record of success in delivering exceptional results for as many as he can, Chris is the person to know!

My work in journalism, public relations and recruitment has helped me connect individuals and ideas across a variety of platforms and for a multitude of purposes. Through well-crafted content and simple interactions, my professional goals include building lasting teams capable of stretching the limits of what they thought was possible.

In my personal life, my ties as a writer influence how I view the world. With everything I do, I try to be passionate and let the natural characters who have shaped my life find new homes in the styles and mannerisms of my work. When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors and attempting to reclaim my ever-worsening golf game.