Mathias comes from a background in advertising in the music industry. After venturing into musical instrument wholesale he moved to the advertising side of things in the late 90s. He then spent over 20 years in OpenSource, bridging the gap between development and businesses. Since 2023 he serves the Magento Community as Executive Director of the Magento Association. In his few hours off Magento he tries to master the guitar while co-raising kids in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Kirill has many years working with Magento/Adobe Commerce, including three years at Magento/eBay. He loves tinkering with new technology as the opportunity arises, putting most complex problems to rest.

Aubrey has spent 15 years working in the eCommerce, Marketing Automation, and FinTech industries, with stops along the way at Adobe, Oracle, Netsuite, and several startups. As a Solutions Consultant at Dotdigital, he is responsible for ensuring the fit between product and technical for his customers.

Tim, the vice president of software engineering at BlueAlly boasts an impressive 30-year background in IT administration and software development, specializing in business and IT automation. Armed with an MBA in business administration, Tim actively leads transformative projects that set the stage for significant advancements in BlueAlly’s operational efficiency and customer engagement. A key endeavor is the launch of BlueAlly IQ, an innovative online shopping experience geared towards reshaping customer interactions. Under his guidance, the project is shifting user experiences through strategic tool selection, development, oversight and the integration of B2B features. Tim’s leadership philosophy is that of servant leadership as he believes in leading by example and fostering a collaborative, respectful and empowering work environment. His vision for the software engineering team is to be a trailblazer in developing cutting-edge software solutions, optimizing business operations and driving revenue growth for BlueAlly.

Ritesh Somani helps to drive value added services and features for Adobe Commerce and Magento Open Source within the product team. He has over 15 years of experience delivering software solutions for SMB and enterprise customers in the commerce and payments spaces for platforms. Having started his own business, and having worked at startups and companies such as Intuit, Visa, and PayPal, Ritesh understands the needs of merchants and has successfully implemented easy to use and delightful solutions for millions of businesses worldwide.

Myles is an integration developer at Lippert Components and is passionate about creating streamlined approaches to full stack applications. He has about 50 chickens that he uses to rubber duck his code.

Mr. Idrees Butt is a visionary serial entrepreneur who, with his deep software engineering background, has reshaped e-commerce development globally, aiding agencies and merchants in scaling operations. He is the founder of SMSall, FItech, and then finally RLTSquare. Under his leadership, RLTSquare has developed high expertise in providing white-label staff augmentation services to global agencies, which enables them to recruit quality Magento developers quickly and build remote teams under superior supervision.

Eric Erway is the VP, Product at ShipperHQ, the world’s leading shipping experience platform based in Austin, Texas. As a product and user experience leader for the past 20 years, Eric has defined, designed, and developed world-class products ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Prior to ShipperHQ, Eric served in various leadership roles at Cart.com, Adobe, Magento, Dell, and AOL. He started his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a consultant and holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Virginia Tech.

With over 15 years of experience in the digital industry, Paulius has worked with more than 100 clients across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and South Africa, enabling high-complexity Magento solutions. Since 2009, He has been deeply involved with Magento, gaining extensive expertise in the platform. Currently, He is a co-founder and business development lead at LupaSearch, an innovative search and product discovery platform designed with the Magento ecosystem in mind. At LupaSearch, he spearheaded the creation of a new eCommerce product search tool that enhances the shopping experience and boosts conversion rates. He is also a co-founder of Adeo Web, an eCommerce development firm. Leveraging my business, technical, and strategic expertise, he develops disruptive digital propositions and overcome complex challenges. He is passionate about all things digital and am committed to delivering value to customers, partners, and stakeholders. In his spare time, he enjoys participating in triathlons and relaxing in the sauna.

John is VP Product at Hyvä, overseeing development for Hyvä Theme, Checkout, Enterprise and more. Based in Shrewsbury, UK, he has been involved with Magento since 2012, having previously helped build and grow the agency, Fisheye, as Technical Director. He is passionate about performant eCommerce sites with exceptional user experience and helping developers and merchants get the most out of the platform. John is obsessed with everything orange (which may be related to Magento!) and plays an active role in the community as a founding Board Member of Mage-OS and as a contributor to the content committee in collaboration with the Magento Association.

Chintan Shah is the Vice President of Sales and Key Account Management at i95Dev, bringing over 15 years of experience in technology sales and leadership. With a strong background in global sales strategies and a track record of success at several companies, Chintan offers valuable insights into the intersection of technology and eCommerce.

Evan Owens has spent 10 years in Tax Technologies, the last 7 years supporting key Avalara partnerships. He leads a dynamic team of Strategic Alliance Managers focused on building thriving partnerships to bring solutions that simplify tax compliance for businesses worldwide. His work ensures that Avalara's innovative solutions are seamlessly integrated by key channel partners to drive success for them, and our common customers.

Erik is a Senior software developer at Lippert Automotive, in the Magento space for six years. He has been coding since the olden days of procedural style and enjoys 3D printing, home theater, and PlayStation gaming.

Meet Jakub Winkler, the driving force behind qoliber eCommerce and a true master of Magento. Recognized as the CEO who elevated qoliber to a TOP E-commerce Developer 2024 by Clutch, Jakub is a globally acknowledged expert in turning e-commerce challenges into success stories. With over a decade of experience, he has collaborated with leading brands across various industries, including fashion, furniture, luxury goods, electronics, and more, consistently delivering cutting-edge, responsive designs and flawless Magento implementations. Jakub is also the author of Mastering Adobe Commerce Frontend, an essential resource for developers aiming to build optimized, user-centric e-commerce sites.

Kristen has been in the digital marketing space for more than 20 years. A leader in agencies and organizations across various industries, she embraces the “Position-less Marketer” title. While her official roles have included project manager, strategist, analyst, and researcher, her focus has always been customer-centric efforts to drive business results. Kristen’s ability to adapt to the ever-changing technology landscape has led her to her current position as Digital Integration Director for Schuler Shoes where she manages the marketing tech stack to support and enhance the customer experience.

Vitaliy has been working in Magento/Ebay/Permira/Adobe for about 10 years. Most of his experience related to services. Vitaliy started as a developer in Magento Professional Services, participated in development of the very first version of Magento Enterprise, worked as a Architect/Consultant in ECG and was a technical leader in Magento U. Vitaliy developed the whole curriculum for Magento 1 training, a series of training for Magento 2, played a key role in development of the whole line of Magento 1 and 2 technical certifications.

Adam Fabian is a visionary leader in the digital commerce landscape, with over 12 years of expertise driving innovation in the e-commerce industry. As the Chief Information Officer, Co-Founder, and Managing Partner of Crimson Agility—a multi-year Inc. 5000 ranked agency—Adam has been instrumental in transforming the digital strategies of businesses ranging from small startups to large enterprises in both B2C and B2B sectors.

Adam's deep technical knowledge, backed by a degree in Software Engineering and multiple Adobe Commerce certifications, including the prestigious Solutions Specialist Master certification, enables him to architect and execute tailored solutions that drive measurable results.

Karlijn is the CEO and co-founder of RUMvision, which offers real-time user monitoring to visualize and compare Core Web Vitals and other user experiences. Her mission is to make everyone understand the importance of site speed and UX, and to explain it in plain English rather than becoming overly technical. With her husband and 3-year-old daughter, she lives in Groningen, the Netherlands . Additionally, she is a board member of Mage-OS Nederland and advocates for accessibility and more women in tech.

Ksenia is the Developer Community Lead at Mollie, fostering engagement between the product engineering teams and the developer community. She's dedicated to building strong networks of people who share a passion for technology. Ksenia has 10 years of experience in the tech industry, with topics such as data protection, cloud infrastructure, ecommerce, developer relations, and community initiatives.

Co-Founder of Dev Team (devteam.com) ...a team of developers.... and Founder of Tap Door (tapdoor.com) - the craft beer marketplace platform built completely from scratch - because why not. Passionate about open source and 'owning' your tech stack (or as much as you can)

Over the last 10 years, Olga graduated with distinction in eCommerce Business Management, dedicating her thesis to CRO. Alongside academic pursuits Olga joined Scandiweb and played a significant role in building a team of 15+ Digital Experience experts focused on CX, CRO, and Design. Olga is now thrilled to lead this talented team. Under Olga's leadership, her team have designed and optimized hundreds of eCommerce stores across numerous industries, increasing revenue and eCRs by applying growth-driven design practices and helping merchants adopt optimization processes in their organizations

Megan is COO of Psyberware.

Ben is leading Channable's expansion into North America, bringing 20 years of hands-on experience in marketing and tech. He's helped companies like Talkwalker and Intent Media grow into industry leaders. Ben's passion for innovation shines through his work, but he’s equally at home coding Roblox games with his kids or diving into the world of science fiction.

Over the past 20 years, Aaron has successfully developed, managed, and continually improved the I.T. systems and infrastructure for Boston Interiors, an industry top 100 furniture retailer based in New England. Aaron has extensive experience in both the software and hardware space. With the skills and expertise of the web development team at Wasserman, Boston Interiors continues to successfully leverage the Magento eCommerce Platform to grow their business and increase brand awareness in this highly competitive retail space.

As a Solutions Consultant at Adobe, Jenifer has spent the last year helping SMB, mid-market, and Fortune 500 enterprises unlock the full power of Adobe Digital Experience Cloud products. Prior to her current role, she served as a trusted technical advisor to top-tier clients ensuring that businesses realize product value through in-depth technical analyses, identifying client opportunities, and recommending digitally transformative solutions. Jenifer's knowledge of Adobe's products in combination with her passion for eCommerce makes her especially enthusiastic, enabling organizations on cutting-edge eCommerce solutions.

Outside of work, Jenifer is a true adventurer, always seeking out new experiences and challenges. Whether hiking to new U.S. National and State parks, designing jewelry for her eCommerce shop, photographing people and places, or baking delicious Japanese confectionery, Jenifer brings the same level of enthusiasm and dedication to everything she does.

Marsha has been a driving force in the Magento community for nine years. She has worked internationally in multiple sectors across geographic and cultural boundaries. Her motivation includes strengthening communities and relationships to maximise benefit. She has hosted and supported high profile events including Meet Magento New York and Women in eCommerce events, is an active contributor of the Magento Association and is an international speaker. You have probably met her at a number of community and industry events or had the pleasure of attending one of her talks.

Chantal Pastorek is the Senior Director, Agency Partnerships at Platform.sh, the leading PaaS for ecommerce, that gives development teams control and peace of mind to deliver applications faster, at scale. For the last 8-plus years Chantal has built successful partner programs for organizations like Nextopia and Platform.sh. With a foundation in ecommerce and experience with various complimentary open source stacks, Chantal offers a grounded perspective that helps agencies deepen their ecommerce portfolios while inspiring internal teams across organizations.

For over 15 years, Max has led the development of cutting-edge software solutions with Adobe Commerce and Magento, catering to Fortune 500 companies. Named a TOP Magento Contributor 2017-2019, and Magento Master in 2020, his commitment to excellence endures. He excels in mastering intricate Magento challenges and shares his expertise on his YouTube channel.

With over 7 years of Magento experience under his belt, Balvesh is a seasoned pro in the world of Adobe Commerce. When he's not optimizing performance with New Relic, you can find him indulging in his favorite dish, butter chicken and rolls, or hitting the open road on an epic road trip.

Maier Bianchi is the founder of Bemeir, a leading Magento development agency and Adobe Commerce Solution Partner. With over two decades of experience in retail technologies and eCommerce, Maier has worked with notable brands such as Hilton, Geico, Pepsi, and Adobe Commerce clients like K&N Engineering, ViewSonic, and Danaher Group. Since 2010, Maier has specialized in the Magento platform and is an Adobe Commerce Business Practitioner – Expert. He has also served as CTO for a mid-sized Magento merchant and founded the Brooklyn, NY Magento meetup. Maier is a passionate and active contributor to the Magento community, speaking at events and contributing to the ecosystem via integrations and modules by the Bemeir team. In 2023, Maier founded Hearts of Commerce to raise awareness about heart disease and congenital heart defects within the eCommerce community.

Joseph Duke is an accomplished entrepreneur, skilled programmer, visionary thinker, and avid strategy board gamer. As the founder and CEO of iPaaS.com, Inc., Duke has made significant contributions to the field of integration technology, earning him features in prestigious publications like Forbes magazine. Under his leadership, iPaaS.com, Inc. has become a frontrunner in simplifying complex technologies for business leaders, fostering confidence and empowerment among users.

Judah Ferst is a seasoned solutions consultant with extensive experience in the e-commerce and CMS spaces. Over the past decade, he has developed a robust portfolio that includes work with both small businesses and enterprise-level clients, such as several Fortune 500 companies. His career has seen significant stints at notable firms such as mediaSPA/Overdose and Skubana (now Extensive), where he refined his expertise in the e-commerce sector.

His diverse professional background encompasses projects for esteemed organizations across various sectors, including the Rockefeller Foundation, Celebrity Cruises, the UK Labour Party, the Clinton Foundation, Memorial Sloan Kettering, Turner, Pinterest, and the Department of Interior. This experience underscores his capability to manage complex digital projects across non-profit, healthcare, media, digital products, and government domains.

Judah earned his MBA from Baruch College (CUNY) in 2012 and holds a BA from George Washington University, awarded in 2005. Known for his expertise in process development and systems theory, Judah excels in optimizing operational efficiencies and integrating multifaceted systems, ensuring successful project outcomes and strategic growth.

Nitu Walker leads enablement, evangelism, and activation for Commerce Services at Adobe. She has over 10 years of experience in sales, commerce, payments, and partnerships, including collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive product value and beneficial relationships. Immersed in the eCommerce ecosystem, Nitu enjoys working with sales teams, partners, and merchants and is passionate about creating awareness around the impact that key commerce business features can have on their growth.

David is the CEO of Psyberware, a Google Premier Partner agency specializing in ecommerce advertising for Magento merchants. He has built a solid team experienced in search and social advertising, product feeds, analytics, conversion tracking, and technical integrations between platforms. They navigate the complexity of the advertising systems and regularly test new functionality to help Magento merchants stay in the game and ahead of their competitors.

With over 10 years of experience in partnership development, sales, and management in both the non-profit and for profit sector, Aaron is a passionate and driven leader who helps organizations grow revenue and reach through strategic and impactful partnerships. He currently manages the partner team for the East region at Liquid Web and Nexcess, a leading provider of web hosting and cloud solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Matt Felser is a digital marketing technology expert with over a decade of experience in the industry. As the Head of Business Engineering for Global Advertising Partnerships at Meta, he leads an organization of engineers and technical consultants responsible for business development and industry partnerships for Meta's marketing products. He is focused on helping businesses of all sizes adapt to the evolving digital marketing ecosystem.

Manny Farooqi is Senior Director of eCommerce and Digital Strategy at Safe Fleet.

Graham Lubie leads Wasserman's Digital division, which designs, builds, manages and markets e-commerce solutions, custom applications and complex digital integrations for business-to-consumer and business-to-business companies. Mr. Lubie began his career with the global management consulting company Accenture, followed by strategy and marketing leadership roles in the technology space. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Emory University and an M.B.A. from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Outside of work, he enjoys science fiction novels, is an avid cook, hiker, photographer, and triathlete.

Adam is based in Western NY and works for a B2B merchant called Great Lakes Dental Technologies. He has been involved with Magento since 2010 and has worked at Great Lakes since 2011.

Parul is an E-Commerce enthusiast having deep expertise in software development and management, open source, release strategy, customer advocacy and experience led growth.

Parul manages and executes strategies to foster stronger ties with the Adobe Commerce and Magento Open Source Community of Developers, driving innovation through contribution programs and open-source tools.

Parul is also a leader in diversity and inclusion efforts at Adobe, heading the Women at Adobe Employee network for Austin.

Emils is a skilled DevOps engineer with over 10 years of experience in the eCommerce industry. With a proven track record of leading more than 50 projects from start to finish, he brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on expertise to every endeavour. As an Adobe Certified Expert in Adobe Commerce, Emils is dedicated to optimizing digital solutions that drive growth and enhance user experiences.