Enterprise Mobility Professionals to Know 2025

For over 20 years, I've been on the front lines of cybersecurity, working with global organisations to help them answer critical questions like: "How effective are our security measures against a cyber attack?" My passion is empowering companies to identify and fortify their attack surface. I help leadership teams evaluate their security stack's effectiveness and build actionable roadmaps. Some of the topics I cover are Enterprise cybersecurity and strategy, culture and how it impacts cyber resilience. Emerging attacks and attacker innovation in ransomware and increasingly AI security risks. This passion for sharing actionable knowledge is why I also started writing my blog. It's my way of sharing ideas and providing insights for enterprise security defenders and educate the wider community. In my day-to-day role at Pentera, I lead a team of talented security engineers. We partner with leading organisations who are ready to embrace change. As a speaker and mentor, I enjoy challenging the norms, introducing disruptive technologies, and sharing best practices to raise the bar.

EmizenTech is a globally recognized software development and consulting company with a diverse clientele spanning industries and regions worldwide. Established in 2013, the company now boasts 11+ years of industry expertise, becoming a trusted brand synonymous with excellence and innovation. With a talented team of 200+ seasoned professionals, EmizenTech is dedicated to delivering exceptional solutions that drive business success. Having delivered 1000+ projects across various domains, EmizenTech has consistently set benchmarks in quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Its services encompass custom software development, mobile app development, website development, eCommerce solutions, CRM systems, and more, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI, IoT, and Machine Learning. EmizenTech continues to lead the way, helping businesses worldwide achieve their goals with unmatched efficiency and expertise.

I’m the founder of m365.show and datascience.show, two independent platforms and content hubs dedicated to spotlighting innovation, strategy, and community voices in the Microsoft ecosystem. My work focuses on bridging enterprise needs with the fast-moving capabilities of tools like Microsoft Fabric, Power BI Copilot, and the broader Power Platform — areas where data, AI, and low-code solutions are transforming how organizations work, decide, and scale. With over a decade of experience at the intersection of technology and storytelling, I lead and organize livestream events, interviews, and hands-on demos that bring clarity to Microsoft's most complex offerings. These events serve thousands of viewers across industries, helping IT leaders, data professionals, and decision-makers keep pace with change — and make confident moves toward digital transformation. Through m365.show, I provide insights on the evolving Microsoft 365 landscape, from governance and compliance to collaboration and automation. On datascience.show, I dive deeper into analytics, AI, and the data stack — especially how Microsoft Fabric is reshaping enterprise data architecture and how tools like Copilot in Power BI are changing how business users interact with data using natural language. As a speaker, host, and curator, I’m passionate about making advanced technology accessible and relevant — not just for developers and architects, but also for media, analysts, and business audiences trying to understand what these trends mean in practice. If you're a journalist or content creator covering the future of work, AI in the enterprise, low-code/no-code solutions, or digital transformation within the Microsoft ecosystem, I’d be happy to contribute. Whether it's on-the-record commentary, demos, community trends, or expert takes on announcements from Microsoft, I'm always open to a conversation. 📨 Let’s connect — I welcome media inquiries, collaborations, and guest opportunities.

I am an ERP Consultant and Senior Systems Analyst specializing in Enterprise Resource Planning process enhancement, optimization and automation. With over 16 years in the IT and Manufacturing industry, I have worked on large-scale ERP transformations for leading organizations assisting in resolving production issues, reducing the amount of manual labor, and creating automation solutions to conserve time and resources. I have published research papers related to ERP, Manufacturing and Machine Learning. I have served as a Judge in several Hackathons and Competitions.

Workforce Next is a technology solutions partner that helps businesses accelerate growth through Cloud, DevOps, AI, Machine Learning, Software Development, and Data Engineering services. We design and deliver intelligent, scalable systems that enhance performance, eliminate operational bottlenecks, and facilitate long-term digital transformation. Key Services Cloud & DevOps: End-to-end cloud setup, automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure optimization. AI & Machine Learning: Custom AI models, automation solutions, and data-driven decision systems. Software Development: Tailored web and mobile application development for enterprise needs. Data Engineering & Analytics: Modern data pipelines, warehouses, dashboards, and advanced analytics. IT Staff Augmentation: On-demand skilled developers and engineers to scale your team quickly. Why Businesses Choose Workforce Next Engineering Expertise: A team of cloud architects, AI engineers, and senior developers. Custom Solutions: Technology designed around your business challenges and goals. Faster Delivery: Agile processes that reduce project timelines and accelerate deployments. Long-Term Partnership: Strategic support from planning to execution and post-launch. Learn More or Get Started Want to modernize your systems and build a smarter digital ecosystem? 👉 Visit: https://workforcenext.in/

Deepanker Verma is a software developer and technology journalist with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. With a strong foundation in coding and product development, he has built multiple web platforms and digital tools from the ground up. Alongside development, he covers software updates, product launches, cloud services, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, gaming, and consumer technology, focusing on clarity and real world relevance. He has written thousands of news articles. explainers, and detailed feature stories, closely tracking key industry announcements. His development background allows him to go beyond surface level reporting and explain the technical depth behind the headlines in simple language. Deepanker runs Techlomedia Internet, a software company that handles client projects and manages popular technology publications. He personally coded a gadget research portal that offers price comparison, detailed specifications, and AI based recommendations to help users choose the right products. He also developed a gaming portal that delivers news, reviews, and detailed gaming insights for players. Through his work, he combines hands on coding expertise with editorial leadership to build both technology products and trusted digital platforms.

Andre Ribeiro is the founder of Andre On Digital, a platform focused on travel, airlines and eSIM insights for international travelers. He specializes in travel trends, airline comparisons, and helping travelers reduce costs and improve connectivity abroad. With hands-on experience analyzing traveler behavior and digital travel solutions, he provides practical insights on how people plan, book, and navigate international trips more efficiently.

I’m a UK-based Digital PR Specialist and editorial strategist, producing expert-led commentary, interviews, bylines and publication-ready features built for earned media coverage and long-term search visibility. I work across digital PR, SEO content and editorial positioning, helping experts and brands turn specialist insight into credible stories that editors can publish and audiences will trust. My work has appeared in outlets including MSN, Benzinga, The Scotsman, Daily Mirror, Daily Express, CIO, CSO Online, Edinburgh Evening News and Express & Star. I’m also a Top-Rated Plus freelancer on Upwork, known for shaping raw expertise into authoritative, publishable copy and for building content that carries both editorial weight and long-tail value.

Harman Singh, director at respected consultancy Cyphere, is an experienced security professional consulting public and private sector customers across the globe. He brings over a decade of intensive consulting experience, advising both private and public sector organisations on security matters around offensive and defensive security, particularly SOC operations maturity, CREST pen testing, risk and governance. Harman is recognised for his teaching ability; he is not just a consultant, but an educator of other experts: Black Hat Trainer: He has delivered advanced, practical training sessions at the prestigious Black Hat security conferences. Advanced Hacking: His training focuses on sophisticated techniques for attacking and defending complex digital infrastructure, upskilling security teams worldwide. Corporate Consulting: Beyond training, he possesses extensive experience consulting with corporate security teams, helping them manage threats across traditional networks and cloud-based systems. His insights—covering regulatory compliance, comments and best practices—are frequently featured in publications such as Infosecurity Magazine and Fast Company.

James Mew is an AI & Automation Expert, known for challenging how businesses think about growth and efficiency in the age of AI and automation. With 18+ years in ecommerce, his experience spans building online businesses and leading ecommerce at scale, including a Head of E-commerce role managing 14 eshops across Europe and South Africa. His work has consistently centered on using data and systems to drive sustainable growth. Today, he brings a practical, no-hype perspective on how AI actually works in day-to-day operations, grounded in real execution rather than theory. As a top LinkedIn AI instructor, his Google Gemini course has reached 30,000+ learners and continues to grow. James is known for breaking down complex AI trends into clear, actionable insights across productivity, marketing, and automation.

I’m a marketing strategist and SaaS entrepreneur with over a decade of experience helping brands grow through SEO, content strategy, and digital innovation. Based in Austin, Texas, my finger is on the pulse of the global software industry. My business advice and market insight has been featured in major publications including CNN.com, Forbes.com, Southern Living, and Fatherly. My background spans industries like travel, healthcare, education, construction, and e-commerce; leading me to my current role in SaaS marketing representing the SEO/GEO and online presence of cloud-based software Event Rental Systems and Dumpster Rental Systems (subsidiaries of parent company Fullsteam). Since transitioning to vertical software management at ERS (event rental management solutions), and DRS (waste hauling solutions), I've successfully launched brand growth and SEO campaigns that have increased referral traffic from AI search sources by over 250%. My content and brand campaigns are leading company marketing efforts in 2026, with a focus on horizontal expansion and strategic channel growth. As founder of Vincent James Marketing, I help small and mid-sized businesses strengthen their online presence through smart design, SEO, and full-funnel marketing strategy. Before that, I served as VP of Marketing at TripShock.com, an Inc. 500 online travel company, where I scaled visibility nationwide through analytics-driven content and partnerships that moved the needle. During my time at TripShock I authored over 1,000 pieces of travel content including articles and travel guides, generating over one million visitors to TripShock.com.

Andreas Christodoulou (best known as "andreascy") is a Belgium based Entrepreneur with a strong sense of purpose, vision, and personal control. He works with companies and like-minded achievers providing products and services that improve business. He is driven by their overall success.

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## SHORT BIO Joe Toscano, CEO / Co-Founder of Service Stories: With over 13 years of UX and software development, including time at Google where he worked with AdWords + AdWords Express merger Joe knows SEO and AI better than most. He also spent nearly a decade as COO for Gateway Auto, his family’s auto shop, helping it grow from $3M to $11M AR through digital transformation. Toscano is a serial entrepreneur, published author, and international keynote speaker on the topic of technology and humanity. You might have read his book, Automating Humanity or Forbes articles; you might have seen him on Netflix's "The Social Dilemma; or maybe you've seen him on stage or on various media appearances from podcasts to national news broadcast. 🚨 Table of Contents 🚨 • 🧠 AREAS OF EXPERTISE • 🏆 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS & MILESTONES • 📣 MEDIA & SPEAKING HIGHLIGHTS • ✅ AVAILABLE SPEAKING TOPICS • 📚 FOUNDER STORY: FROM GOOGLE TO GATEWAY AUTO 🧠 AREAS OF EXPERTISE • Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications • Technology ethics and responsible AI development • Digital transformation for service-based businesses • User experience (UX) design and software development • SaaS platform development and scaling • Entrepreneurship and startup growth strategies • Content marketing and omni-channel optimization • Small business operations and automotive industry • The future of work and human-technology relationships 🏆 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS & MILESTONES ### Technology & Innovation • Consulted for Google on AdWords/AdWords Express merger • Managed Google My Business (now Google Business Profiles) • Helped launch Google's entire hardware line • Created Reply.ai—award-winning chatbot maker for small businesses • Won Cannes Lions for Reply.ai innovation • Won Clio Awards for chatbot technology • Won Webby Award for digital innovation • Won Shorty Award for social media innovation ### Business Leadership • Grew Gateway Auto from $3M to $11M ARR as COO • Founded Service Stories (2024) • Achieved three consecutive months of doubling MRR • Accepted to Techstars Omaha accelerator (September 2024) • Won Silicon Prairie Startup Week pitch competition with $10,000 prize (October 2024) ### Media & Speaking • Featured expert in Netflix's Emmy-nominated "The Social Dilemma" • Published author: "Automating Humanity" (available on Amazon) • International keynote speaker on technology and humanity • Appeared on Fox News, MSNBC, CNN, and all major US networks • International broadcasts: Red Sky (UK), Keshet (Israel), CGTN (China), KBS (Korea), CBC (Canada) • Featured on hundreds of podcasts globally • Keynote speeches delivered across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia • Featured in Forbes: "A New Voice from Omaha in the Parade of Tech Naysayers" • Featured in Fast Company for AI comedy bot innovation  📣 MEDIA & SPEAKING HIGHLIGHTS ### Recent Podcast & Media Appearances • Pipeology Podcast – Episode 46 Full episode: https://www.pipelineology.com/e46/ ### Short clips available at: • https://youtube.com/shorts/ZSkeAb96za4 • https://youtube.com/shorts/oAv5nArOJJg • https://youtube.com/shorts/B5k8QiyRAIs • https://youtube.com/shorts/K9gdbZRlQxk • https://youtube.com/shorts/7Eivvj5X6n8 ### Featured Speaking & Major Media • TEDx Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDboy_RMaXk • Netflix's "The Social Dilemma" https://thesocialdilemma.com • Book: "Automating Humanity" https://www.amazon.com/Automating-Humanity-Joe-Toscano/dp/1576879208 • "Why I'm Leaving the Golden Handcuffs of Silicon Valley" https://medium.com/re-write/why-im-leaving-the-golden-handcuffs-of-silicon-valley-behind-to-educate-the-world-d1c8a334d1a3 ### Award-Winning Innovation Coverage Reply.ai Coverage (Google/R/GA chatbot maker): • LBB Online: https://lbbonline.com/news/how-rga-developed-a-chatbot-to-develop-chatbots • Fast Company: https://www.fastcompany.com/40419568/why-rga-and-reply-ai-created-a-custom-bot-maker-for-small-businesses • Clio Awards: https://clios.com/winners-gallery/details/61411 • Shorty Awards: https://shortyawards.com/10th/bot-bot • Additional Clio: https://clios.com/winners-gallery/details/57080 Comedy Bot Innovation: • Fast Company: https://www.fastcompany.com/3065970/the-daunting-task-of-making-ai-funny Forbes Coverage: • https://www.forbes.com/sites/berlinschoolofcreativeleadership/2019/01/30/a-new-voice-from-omaha-in-the-parade-of-tech-naysayers/ ✅ AVAILABLE SPEAKING TOPICS • "The AI Invisibility Crisis: Why Your Business Needs AEO, Not Just SEO" > How AI engines are fundamentally changing customer discovery and what service businesses must do to stay visible in an AI-first world. • "From Silicon Valley to Main Street: Building Better Technology" > The journey from consulting for Google to advocating for responsible technology development and building solutions that serve local businesses. • "Automating Humanity: The Ethics of AI Development" > Insights from "The Social Dilemma" and years of advocacy work on how to develop AI systems that enhance rather than exploit human potential. • "Digital Transformation Without the Valley: Building Tech in the Heartland" > Why innovation doesn't require Silicon Valley and how regional innovation ecosystems can build world-class technology companies. • "The Inside-Out Approach: Why Your Operations Hold Your Marketing Gold" > How service businesses can transform their completed work orders into authentic content that AI engines prefer to cite. 📚 FOUNDER STORY: FROM GOOGLE TO GATEWAY AUTO ### The Silicon Valley Years Joe Toscano's journey to founding Service Stories began in Silicon Valley, where he spent over 13 years mastering the intersection of user experience design, software development, and digital marketing. Working at and consulting for Google, he gained insider knowledge of how the world's dominant search engine actually worked—experience that would prove invaluable years later. During his time consulting for Google through R/GA, Toscano worked on some of the company's most significant projects. He oversaw the merger of AdWords and AdWords Express, helped launch Google's entire hardware line, and managed Google My Business (now called Google Business Profiles)—the very platform that local businesses rely on for discoverability. This wasn't just theoretical work; Toscano was in the trenches of SEO, understanding at a granular level how businesses get found online. His AI expertise also emerged during these years. Toscano consulted for Google to create Reply.ai—one of the first chatbots designed to build other chatbots for small businesses. The project was groundbreaking, winning prestigious awards including Cannes Lions, Clios, Webby Awards, and Shorty Awards. He also experimented with comedy bots on the side, work that Fast Company featured for its innovative approach to making AI funny. ### Leaving the Golden Handcuffs But success in Silicon Valley came with a growing unease. Toscano saw firsthand how technology was being designed and deployed without adequate consideration for its impact on humanity. This led him to make a difficult decision: leave the lucrative world of Silicon Valley consulting to focus on building a better, more ethical internet. In a widely-read Medium post titled "Why I'm Leaving the Golden Handcuffs of Silicon Valley Behind to Educate the World," Toscano explained his reasoning. Forbes covered his departure, calling him "A New Voice from Omaha in the Parade of Tech Naysayers." This wasn't just a career pivot—it was a mission. Toscano became a vocal advocate for responsible technology development, writing the book "Automating Humanity" and serving as a featured expert in Netflix's Emmy-nominated documentary "The Social Dilemma." His message resonated globally. Toscano appeared on every major US news network—Fox News, MSNBC, CNN—and international broadcasts including Red Sky in the UK, Keshet in Israel, CGTN in China, KBS in Korea, and CBC in Canada. He delivered keynote speeches across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia, appearing on hundreds of podcasts and building a reputation as one of the world's leading voices on technology ethics. ### The Gateway Auto Education While advocating for better technology on the global stage, Toscano was simultaneously getting an education of a different kind—one that would ultimately lead to Service Stories. For nearly a decade, he served as COO of Gateway Auto, his family's 23-year-old automotive repair business in Omaha, Nebraska. This wasn't a ceremonial role. Toscano was deeply involved in operations, experiencing the daily challenges of running a service business. He knew the frustration of completing excellent work that nobody could find online. He understood the value of decades of automotive expertise that sat locked away in filing cabinets and work order systems. And he saw the disconnect between what his business knew and what potential customers could discover about them. Using his Google-era digital marketing expertise, Toscano helped grow Gateway Auto from $3M to $11M in annual revenue through strategic digital transformation. But the process was manual, time-consuming, and impossible to scale. Every blog post, every social media update, every piece of content required someone to sit down and write it from scratch—even though the business was generating dozens of stories worth telling every single day through their completed work orders. ### The Pivot That Changed Everything In June 2024, Toscano and co-founder Alex Rapp were running LeadFoot Analytics, a different product that was receiving lukewarm market reception. But then came the breakthrough. They decided to test a new approach on Gateway Auto: what if they could automatically transform completed work orders into AI-optimized content? The results were immediate and dramatic. The content wasn't generic marketing speak—it was authentic stories about real customer problems and expert solutions. It was the kind of content that AI engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI actually want to cite, because it demonstrates genuine expertise rather than shallow keyword stuffing. By July 2024, they had sold their first two paying pilots. In August, they doubled their monthly recurring revenue. They did it again in September. And again in October. The pattern was clear: service businesses were desperate for a solution to the "AI invisibility crisis"—the reality that AI engines now serve 300+ million users weekly but only cite 274,000 websites globally. Service Stories was born from this convergence of Toscano's Google-era SEO expertise, his operational experience growing a family business, and his co-founder Alex Rapp's decade of experience automating service-based businesses and scaling a digital agency from $0 to $300K ARR. ### Building in Nebraska Rather than return to Silicon Valley, Toscano chose to build Service Stories in Omaha, Nebraska. In September 2024, Service Stories was accepted into Techstars Omaha. In October, they won Silicon Prairie Startup Week's pitch competition and its $10,000 grand prize. The company is deliberately keeping talent local, supporting Nebraska's growing innovation ecosystem while staying close to the service businesses they serve—the economic backbone of communities across America. The timing couldn't be more critical. The window for first-mover advantage in Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is closing as more businesses recognize the shift from traditional search. Service Stories is racing to help service businesses—automotive shops, HVAC contractors, plumbers, electricians, healthcare practices, legal firms—become part of that elite 274,000 websites that AI engines cite, rather than being invisible to the 300+ million weekly AI users. It's a mission that combines everything Toscano has learned: the technical expertise from Google, the operational wisdom from Gateway Auto, the ethical commitment from his advocacy work, and the urgency of a founder who knows that service businesses deserve to be found when customers are looking for their expertise.

Momenul Ahmad is a digital strategist and founder of SEOSiri, a firm that moves businesses beyond vanity metrics to achieve real revenue growth. He believes true digital success lies at the intersection of data-driven technical SEO and human-centric communication, turning search traffic into measurable outcomes. Through his agency, SEOSiri, Momenul architects full-funnel digital strategies that integrate cutting-edge technical expertise with persuasive, high-conversion content. His approach is built on a deep understanding of search engine algorithms, user behavior, and the core principles of brand authority. His core expertise includes: Technical & On-Page SEO: Ensuring flawless site architecture, maximum crawlability, and advanced Schema implementation for search dominance. Content Strategy & SEO Copywriting: Crafting high-conversion content that builds authority, answers user intent, and drives action. Local & International SEO: Scaling brand presence effectively, from targeting local customers to expanding into global markets. Future-Ready Optimization: Specializing in the next wave of search, including Voice Search Optimization & Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). Proven Expertise & Industry Recognition Momenul's strategic vision has been proven in practice. His work includes transforming the NazrulSangeet cultural archive into a global authority through sophisticated bilingual SEO & architecting a B2B lead generation engine from the ground up for OrganicAgriPro As a respected thought leader, his insights are featured in industry publications like HubSpot (Top Contributor), Muckrack (Verified Digital Journalist) & UZABASE verified Experts. He holds advanced certifications from HubSpot in both SEO & Digital Marketing, Google Project Management Professional Certification. Available for Expert Commentary Momenul is available to provide clear, actionable, and forward-thinking insights for journalists on the following topics: The business impact of technical SEO on revenue and lead generation. The future of search, including AI's role in Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and Voice Search. Effective content marketing strategies that build trust and convert. Common SEO mistakes businesses make and how to fix them. Digital strategy for B2B vs. cultural heritage projects. For journalists seeking expert insights that connect technical SEO to tangible business strategy, Momenul Ahmad offers a clear, authoritative voice available for hire.

Dr Peter Ashall is the Founder and CEO of Easology, a UK-based company dedicated to making modern technology more accessible for older people. A former Vice President at Nokia, Peter spent decades working at the forefront of mobile technology, leading multidisciplinary teams across technology, industrial design and user experience. Through Easology, he focuses on addressing digital exclusion among older adults by simplifying smartphones and tablets and pairing them with practical setup and ongoing support. His work centres on helping people stay connected, independent and confident in a digital world that increasingly assumes technical fluency. Peter regularly comments on technology and ageing, digital inclusion, accessibility, and the role of thoughtful, easy-to-use design in improving quality of life for older people. Media enquiries are handled by Easology’s brand and communications team.

Erric Ravi is a Senior SEO Manager and the Founder & CEO of Storify News. With over 11 years of experience in the digital ecosystem, Erric specializes in scaling organic growth through advanced AI-powered strategies, including Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO). He holds a B.Tech in Information Technology and is a recognized expert in technical SEO, content architecture, and Google Discover optimization. At Storify News, Erric leads the editorial and platform growth strategy, focusing on aligning high-authority content with the evolving behaviors of AI search engines and discovery platforms. His work is dedicated to building sustainable search-driven audiences and driving the future of search visibility.

Experienced professional with a deep background in technology across 20+ years fulfilling many IT functions, consulting, team leadership, and as a pre-sales engineer. This includes developing and executing sales strategies and technical campaigns, creating and delivering strategy and technical presentations to customer Business Owners, CISO’s, Architects, Managers, and Engineers. Designing and managing multi product and multi year strategic deployments, proof of concepts, delivering post-sales monitoring and follow-up, and working with Product Management on improvements and features.

Paul is an aviation travel expert and travel writer and the founder of MrPlaneGuy.com, a blog focused on airport lounges, airline loyalty programmes, and helping travellers unlock luxury travel for less. Before becoming a travel writer, Paul worked behind the scenes in the aviation industry, including roles as long-haul cabin crew, a flight dispatcher, and a delay manager at a major London airport. This operational experience gives him a unique insider perspective on how airlines and airports really work, from flight disruptions and scheduling to the passenger experience. Through his writing, Paul shares practical insights on airport lounges, airline upgrades, Avios and frequent-flyer programmes, and how travellers can access premium travel experiences without paying business class prices. His work focuses on helping everyday travellers fly smarter, avoid common airport pitfalls, and get more value from their journeys.