Adam is a Technical Solution Architect specializing in SASE. He collaborates with vendors, service providers, and large enterprise customers to develop advanced network and security architectures.   Over the past several years, his expertise has centered on SD-WAN, SSE, and multi-cloud strategies—an adventure that began with SD-WAN in 2016. Prior to this role, Adam gained extensive experience working with leading technology vendors and service providers in the data center and security sectors.   He holds a Master’s degree in Network Security from the Technical University of Denmark, in addition to multiple industry certifications in networking and security.

As Head of Solutions Management, Marc is responsible of the Compose branded portfolio, including Universal CPE and related virtual network functions (VNFs), SD-WAN (SD-WAN Xpress), Network Performance (5View) and Edge-to Cloud (Nuvla) for product management and strategic partnerships. He also leads the development of the go-to-market model and the set-up of the Ekinops partners’ ecosystem. As a Software solution for telcos and enterprises expert, Marc is the Ekinops spokesperson for the group’s software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV) activities.   Marc has over 20 years of experience in the telecom industry. Prior to joining Ekinops, he was Head of SDN/NFV Solution Management for Kapsch CarrierCom and has also held several PLM positions within Nortel.   Marc holds a degree in Fundamental Physics from the Université Denis Diderot in Paris. He also completed a Masters at the Ecole de Management Lyon in France and a Masters in the Management of New Technologies.

15 years+ of experience in high-end service provider and datacenter networks, Rick is CTO of GNX, responsible for all technical aspects of the organisation, including overseeing advanced data-driven platform to source and manage worldwide connectivity needs: LARA.  Previously technical consultant / architect / system engineer for Juniper and Cisco Data Center and service provider networks.

Ray has ~20 years experience in IT networking with specialization in SDN, SD-WAN and Edge Computing. He joined VeloCloud Networks as employee #1 in EMEA in 2016 and is now the Head of EMEA in the VeloCloud Division of Broadcom. His team covers both sales and presales of VeloCloud solutions across EMEA.  Ray is a technology enthusiast with an international profile, having lived in 3 continents over the last 3 decades and conducted business in 6 continents.

Beatrice Ghorra is a Senior Security Solutions Architect with 15+ years of experience helping businesses stay secure in a rapidly changing digital world. She combines hands-on expertise with academic leadership, having spent six years as a university lecturer guiding executives through modern security challenges.  Beatrice specializes in integrating advanced technology with strong security strategies, making complex concepts easy to understand and fostering collaboration in the field of security and innovation.

Glenn has been working in the network and cyber security industry for nearly 20 years, his current position sees him working closely with top service providers and GSIs to assist them, and their clients, with providing a true SASE platform to take them to the next stage of their digital journey.

Gail is Executive Director and founder of Cavell Group BV, who advise service providers, platform vendors and investors on topics related to Cloud Networking and Cyber Security, and provide engineering services to help large enterprises successfully migrate to new technologies.  Gail has served as a Non-Executive Director on both Nasdaq and Euronext listed companies. She has deep experience in scaling technology related companies multinationally and guiding them to successful exits, bringing particular insight on governing cybersecurity risk and digital transformation.

Jaye Tillson is a Field CTO at HPE, boasting over 25 years of invaluable expertise in successfully implementing strategic global technology programs. With a strong focus on digital transformation, Jaye has been instrumental in guiding numerous organizations through their zero-trust journey, enabling them to thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape.   Jaye's passion lies in collaborating with enterprises, assisting them in their strategic pursuit of zero trust. He takes pride in leveraging his real-world experience to address critical issues and challenges faced by these businesses.  Beyond his professional pursuits, Jaye co-founded the SSE Forum and co-hosts its popular podcast called 'The Edge.' This platform allows him to engage with a broader audience, fostering meaningful discussions on industry trends and innovations.  In his leisure time, Jaye indulges in his passions for motor racing, savouring delectable cuisine, and exploring the wonders of the world through his travels.

Charles is a recognized champion of open source, standards, and interoperability. As a member of Cisco's Global Technology Standards team, Charles is responsible for identifying and guiding open source efforts related to key standards initiatives. In MEF, Charles co-chaired the Digital Services Committee for several years, home of network service standards for SD-WAN and SASE. He currently co-chairs the Test and Certification Committee, which defines testing requirements for MEF's SASE certification. He is also active in IETF and 3GPP, including serving as liaison manager from IETF to 3GPP. Charles is also an active member in a number of open source projects in the Linux Foundation and elsewhere.   He is a frequent speaker at open source conferences and helps run the Network devroom at FOSDEM. His current focus areas include the intersection of networking and security, particularly where there is a need for new standards and closely associated open source projects.

Gail is Executive Director and founder of Cavell Group BV, who advise service providers, platform vendors and investors on topics related to Cloud Networking and Cyber Security, and provide engineering services to help large enterprises successfully migrate to new technologies.  Gail has served as a Non-Executive Director on both Nasdaq and Euronext listed companies. She has deep experience in scaling technology related companies multinationally and guiding them to successful exits, bringing particular insight on governing cybersecurity risk and digital transformation.

Pierre-Henri Bourdiol holds the position of EMEA Senior Systems Engineer at Versa Networks since 2014 and brings 25 years of experience in the networking industry across various technology fields.   Prior to Versa, Pierre-Henri spent 7 years at Acme Packet as EMEA Solutions Architect - Director, and 6 years at Juniper Networks as Senior Systems Engineer.

Dharen Ells has more than fifteen years’ experience in the telecommunications industry and has expertise in both fixed-line and wireless technologies. In recent years, he has been working with Service Providers, Mobile Device and Chipset Vendors to advise on best practice for testing audio quality in the areas of VoLTE and VoWiFi.   Dharen holds a BEng (Hons), Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Aberdeen.

Jaye Tillson is a Field CTO at HPE, boasting over 25 years of invaluable expertise in successfully implementing strategic global technology programs. With a strong focus on digital transformation, Jaye has been instrumental in guiding numerous organizations through their zero-trust journey, enabling them to thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape.   Jaye's passion lies in collaborating with enterprises, assisting them in their strategic pursuit of zero trust. He takes pride in leveraging his real-world experience to address critical issues and challenges faced by these businesses.  Beyond his professional pursuits, Jaye co-founded the SSE Forum and co-hosts its popular podcast called 'The Edge.' This platform allows him to engage with a broader audience, fostering meaningful discussions on industry trends and innovations.  In his leisure time, Jaye indulges in his passions for motor racing, savouring delectable cuisine, and exploring the wonders of the world through his travels.

As SASE Sales Director at Cato Networks, Paolo leads the service providers partnerships in EMEA, enabling Service Providers to deliver secure and agile cloud-based network solutions to their customers.  Paolo has more than 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and telecommunications, working with global partners, service providers, and enterprises across various industries and regions (edited)

Nestor Falcon Gonzalez is a Global Solution Architect at Broadcom's Agile Operations Division. He focuses on helping customers with their network transformation, driving innovation, adoption, and providing value for their business. Nestor holds a Master's Degree in Telecommunication Engineering and has over 15 years of experience.

Tayo is a seasoned security leader, driving innovation in Zero Trust and SASE. With two decades of experience, he's helped global companies strengthen their defences and cut costs.   He shares his deep expertise to empower teams, translating complex security concepts into practical solutions that deliver results.

Christian Hirsch has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, with extensive expertise in mobile network architectures and security threat methodologies. During his tenure with various carriers, he helped develop joint solutions to protect against cellular network-based attacks, collaborating closely with security vendors.   In his current role at Keysight Technologies, Christian leads a team of presales solution engineers, delivering comprehensive network testing solutions to service providers across the EMEA region. He drives innovation in cutting-edge technologies, including 5G (O)RAN, PacketCore, mobile edge computing, and the underlying network, cloud, application delivery, and security infrastructure.   Christian remains at the forefront of industry trends and disruptions, continuously monitoring new developments to ensure his team and clients stay ahead of the curve.

Gail is Executive Director and founder of Cavell Group BV, who advise service providers, platform vendors and investors on topics related to Cloud Networking and Cyber Security, and provide engineering services to help large enterprises successfully migrate to new technologies.  Gail has served as a Non-Executive Director on both Nasdaq and Euronext listed companies. She has deep experience in scaling technology related companies multinationally and guiding them to successful exits, bringing particular insight on governing cybersecurity risk and digital transformation.

Emmanuelle Christophe has over 30 years of experience in telecommunications, with expertise in B to B product development and sales. She helped launch several products in Contact Center, Collaboration and WAN services.   She is now in charge of the development of SASE products within Orange. She leads a team of products managers delivering a comprehensive range of products in SD-WAN and SSE, as well as Unified SASE, collaborating closely with Connectivity and Security vendors.   Emmanuelle is a graduate of Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Paris.

Inna Ushakova is a pioneering tech entrepreneur who has built two successful and recognized companies, Scalarr and AI EdgeLabs, in the fields of AI-driven fraud prevention and cybersecurity.   In 2017, Inna co-founded Scalarr, an AI-driven company specializing in mobile ad fraud prevention through machine learning, helping clients save millions. Building on this success, she launched AI EdgeLabs, which provides autonomous, AI-powered Linux-based cybersecurity solution to protect critical infrastructure from any threats, with advanced detection and automated response capabilities for edge computing, hybrid cloud, and distributed AI environments. Under Inna Ushakova's leadership, AI EdgeLabs has been recognized as a finalist for the Edge Startup of the Year award, and she herself has been shortlisted for the Edge Woman of the Year award. Her vision for the future of edge computing emphasizes the importance of robust security measures to protect against increasing cyber threats as the adoption of edge technologies continues to grow.

As Head of Solutions Management, Marc is responsible of the Compose branded portfolio, including Universal CPE and related virtual network functions (VNFs), SD-WAN (SD-WAN Xpress), Network Performance (5View) and Edge-to Cloud (Nuvla) for product management and strategic partnerships. He also leads the development of the go-to-market model and the set-up of the Ekinops partners’ ecosystem. As a Software solution for telcos and enterprises expert, Marc is the Ekinops spokesperson for the group’s software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV) activities.   Marc has over 20 years of experience in the telecom industry. Prior to joining Ekinops, he was Head of SDN/NFV Solution Management for Kapsch CarrierCom and has also held several PLM positions within Nortel.   Marc holds a degree in Fundamental Physics from the Université Denis Diderot in Paris. He also completed a Masters at the Ecole de Management Lyon in France and a Masters in the Management of New Technologies.