Pooja Baraskar is an accomplished software engineer, inventor, and technical author with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. Currently, Pooja is leading developer programs at Intel worldwide, including the Global Intel® Software Innovator Program. Leveraging her expertise and vision, she leads impactful initiatives that shape the industry and empower tech professionals globally.

Pooja is passionate about challenging the status quo and driving innovation. She is a trailblazer in areas, such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things and has a proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible and actionable ideas. Pooja’s clear and precise writing has made her a trusted source in tech, and her educational materials have been adopted worldwide including the OpenVINOTM Digital Courseware for Educators. She actively mentors others and shares her expertise to foster growth within the tech community. Her contributions have been recognized with awards such as three-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) and two-time top Intel Software Innovator.

In addition to her work in the tech industry, Pooja is an avid traveler, passionate cook, and skilled martial artist. Her diverse interests and experiences have given her a well-rounded perspective on life and work, allowing her to approach challenges with creativity, energy, and enthusiasm.

Abhishek Nandy is the Chief of AI at PrediQt Business Solution, spearheading the development of cutting-edge AI tools tailored for diverse client needs. With a rich blend of industry experience, research acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit, Abhishek has achieved notable success across pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and retail sectors. He has effectively led teams in both research and product development. Abhishek has a B.Tech degree and is driven by an insatiable curiosity, which fuels his ongoing pursuit of a PHD in Industrial IoT and AI.

An Intel Black Belt Developer recognized for his contributions to Intel Open Source, Abhishek is also an accomplished author with four published books. Beyond his professional roles, he serves as a mentor and educator, also moderating the MLOps program for Udacity Nanodegree Course.