Michael Berthold is co-founder and CEO of KNIME, the open analytics platform used by thousands of data experts around the world. Michael has co-authored two successful data analysis text books and is a frequent speaker at both academic and industrial conferences. If time permits he still builds workflows.

Current Position: Data Analyst in Production & Logistics at Audi Neckarsulm

Education: Bachelor Business Informatics DHBW Mosbach, Master Big Data & Business Analytics FOM Stuttgart.

Experience: Dual Studies at Audi Neckarsulm, Audi Global Intern in Beijing, Supply Chain Manager during Covid and semiconductor-crisis, project management, Data Science, applied AI and Machine Learning for supply chain use-cases”

Maxim Rube: Driving Data-Driven Automation and Analytics at Siemens Healthineers AG with KNIME

Leading the Global Automation & Analytics Service with KNIME at Siemens Healthineers AG, I'm passionate about revolutionizing how businesses harness data for transformative growth. With a track record of success in consulting diverse business stakeholders across Siemens, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table.

In my role, I spearhead initiatives aimed at democratizing data-driven Automations and Analytics, empowering businesses to thrive in the digital age. From consultation to execution, my team and I are committed to delivering impactful solutions tailored to specific business needs.

With multiple years of experience under my belt, I understand the intricate dynamics of navigating data projects, ensuring seamless project management and delivery every step of the way.

Sandra Baumann: Excited to embark on my journey as a Trainee in Data Science!

As a part of the global KNIME initiative at Siemens Healthineers AG, I'm leveraging my passion for analytics and problem-solving to drive insights and innovations through data-driven projects in different business areas.

Equipped with a solid foundation in marketing, data analysis and machine learning, as well as experience in handling various datasets - from medical images to business data - I'm working hands-on on our internal customer’s challenges to uncover actionable insights that drive business growth and transformation.

As a Trainee in Data Science, I'm committed to continuous learning and growth, staying abreast of the latest trends and technologies in the field to deliver cutting-edge solutions that make a difference for healthcare delivery

Philipp is a Digital Enablement Agent at Siemens, optimizing procurement through digitization, using no-code/low-code tools. With over 20 years of experience in this field, he is also an experienced trainer. He runs ProcurementZen, a blog and YouTube channel about best practices in digitization for finance professionals

Matt Wulff is the Head of Analytics at CareerBuilder and a trusted source for job opportunities and advice. In his current role, Matt oversees a team of analysts that provide data, analysis, and reporting to the sales, finance, product organizations. His career has been industry agnostic – spanning social media analytics, digital marketing, credit union insurance, apartment listings & job listings – but his focus has always been on the data driving these businesses. He has seen very clearly that while the industry may be different, the data challenges remain the same - how do you acquire ”good” data and what do you do with it once you have it. Matt has worn many hats and developed a unique skill set that spans programming, design, management, marketing, research, strategy, sales, and mentorship. Matt currently uses Knime daily to deliver data and insights to help drive CareerBuilder’s development of its programmatic product offering.

John is the Self-Service Analytics (SSA) Owner at Cargill where he leads the global data community by promoting the growth and development of low-code analytics capabilities. In this role, John has grown the SSA community by over 35% and introduced KNIME as Cargill’s newest self-service analytics platform. Prior to leading the SSA capability, John was the analytics coach for North America and a senior analyst in Cargill’s transportation logistics function.

Brennon Sessions is a Senior Scientist at The Procter & Gamble Company, where he has held various technical R&D positions over the past 10 years. He currently leads the Personal Health Care division’s ‘Data Activation’ effort, focused on driving automated reporting and& visualization capability..

Jason Wertheimer has had dynamic and accomplished career with over 25 years of experience in the field of media data operations, quality assurance, and data integrations across diverse tech stacks. Wherever Jason has been, he has brought unparalleled blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and technical expertise and has been able to harness the power of data to drive business success on behalf of his clients in an increasing evolving and complex media landscape. In Jason’s current role as SVP, Media Tech & Data at Horizon he is charged with ensuring the smooth operation of all the Media Tech teams platforms and processes. This in includes, but is not limited to data and platform governance, data quality assurance, product and process documentation and access.

Lee Fader has 18 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and now holds the role of Vice president of Chemistry at Congruence Therapeutics. Here, he leads small molecule drug discovery efforts from the Intersection of medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry, and artificial intelligence to discover new medicines for patients suffering from rare diseases.