The people behind AICD.

Jamel Abed

CEO & Founder

Global Tech Event Visionary · Senior Developer Advocate · International Speaker · Microsoft MVP

Jamel Abed is a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 Development and SharePoint, Senior Developer Advocate, and International Speaker with over 17 years of experience in architecting, building, and migrating enterprise-scale solutions. He has successfully delivered projects across multiple industries, including Banking, Finance, Energy, Insurance, Healthcare, Aerospace, Defense, and Government, leveraging the full power of Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power Platform, Azure, and SharePoint Embedded. As a Solutions Architect and Developer Advocate, Jamel is passionate about empowering developers, promoting clean code, and driving product adoption.

Hazem Ali

Co-Founder & CTO

Technologist · AI Enthusiast · International Speaker · Microsoft MVP

Hazem Ali is a Microsoft MVP and technologist with deep expertise in AI, cloud technologies, and modern software development. As an international speaker and community leader, he is passionate about sharing knowledge and empowering developers to build innovative solutions using cutting-edge technologies. Hazem brings extensive experience in enterprise architecture and digital transformation initiatives across various industries.

Rafik Harabi

Global Coordinator

Lead Solutions Architect - Cloud, Security & AI · Public Speaker

Rafik Harabi is a seasoned Lead Solutions Architect dedicated to facilitating customers' digital transformation and journey to the cloud. Specializing in cloud migration and security, he excels in mentoring and managing teams of cloud solutions engineers. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, he brings a global perspective to his work. With a track record of speaking at prestigious events such as Black Hat, DevOpsCon, and Cloud Native Security Con, he is adept at communicating complex technical concepts effectively.

Seyfallah Tagrerout

CEO · Cloud and Security Architect

Microsoft MVP Security & Regional Director ☁️ {Author · Speaker · Trainer · Microsoft Azure Architect · MS Purview specialist & Microsoft Defender / Microsoft Entra Specialist }🥷

As the CEO of STC Consulting, I oversee the business strategy and development of the company, which includes managing its financial operations and partnerships with both Microsoft and non-Microsoft technology companies like Duokey SA. In my role, I am responsible for ensuring the company's profitability, and I work closely with my partners to lead a board of directors. In response to the COVID-19 crisis in 2020, we developed a Microsoft Zero Trust security strategy in collaboration with DuoKey, aimed at safeguarding data from any location. This offering is specifically designed for C-level executives. My services involve delivering strategic projects to clients, centered on Identity and data protection measures that effectively safeguard their sensitive data and overall business operations.

Abhilekh Verma

Global Coordinator

2X Microsoft MVP in AI · Copilot Innovation Award Winner · Top Global 50 Speaker 2025

Abhilekh Verma is a 2X Microsoft MVP in AI and Copilot Innovation Award winner. He has spoken and mentored at INSEAD Singapore's AI Venture Labs, guiding founders, operators, and executives on how to build and scale with AI. He has created content with global stages like Dubai Airshow, Global AI Show, BRIDGE Summit Abu Dhabi, Bitcoin MENA Conference, and /function1 AI Conference, spotlighting frontier tech and ecosystems.

Samantha St-Louis

Cloud and AI Engineer · Tech Trainer · Tech HealthCare Expert · Women in Tech Advocate

Samantha is a passionate and dynamic Cloud and AI Solutions, with a mission to make AI and cloud technologies accessible and impactful for real-world applications. Leveraging a rich background in healthcare and education, Samantha specializes in designing scalable, AI-driven cloud solutions tailored to the unique challenges of businesses, particularly in the healthcare sector. As a technology trainer Samantha combines technical expertise with a gift for clear, engaging communication. Her sessions are known for their practicality, empowering participants with actionable insights they can apply immediately. A strong advocate for women in tech, Samantha's personal journey of carving her path into the tech industry and build fulfilling careers. When she's not demystifying technology, Samantha dedicates herself to supporting mothers and families through her parenting consulting business, BeBaby, proving that the intersection of tech and life can be as empowering as it is innovative. Session Topics Include: Promp-A-Thon: Unlocking the Power of AI Tools for Everyday Use Cloud Solutions for Healthcare: Bridging Tech and Care AI for Beginners: Making Artificial Intelligence Understandable and Accessible Women Who Carve Their Own Path: Empowering Women to Succeed in Tech Certifications: Azure AI Enginneer, Python AI Developer, Azure Fundamentals, Azure AI Fundamentals, Power Platform Fundamentals, Microsoft 365 Fundamentals, and more. Connect with Samantha to explore how technology can transform industries, careers, and lives!

Hammad Atta

Global Coordinator

AI Security Leader · CISM, CISA · Published Researcher

Hammad Atta is an AI Security Leader with over a decade of experience specializing in cybersecurity and AI security, focusing on safeguarding agentic AI systems and mitigating vulnerabilities in enterprise environments. As an AI Technology Advisor at Qorvex Consulting, he contributes to advancing global AI security standards through innovative research on logic-layer prompt injection and cognitive degradation. He is passionate about bridging technology and security to empower organizations to innovate confidently.

Mourtaza Fazlehoussen

Chief Information Security Officer at FORTEIA

Microsoft MVP · Microsoft MCT · AI Futurist · Solutions Architect [AI] · DPO

Mourtaza Fazlehoussen is a Microsoft MVP in Azure AI Foundry, driving AI-powered digital transformation with a focus on secure, responsible, and human-centric innovation. He architects enterprise AI systems that blend automation, security, and measurable real-world impact. With a growing interest in Health in AI, Mourtaza aspires to shape solutions that improve human life, healthcare accessibility, and overall well-being. He is a frequent speaker at global events such as aMP, Experts Live, CollabDays, and MVP Connect, where he shares insights on AI adoption, multi-agent systems, and applied intelligence. Mourtaza co-founded initiatives like Tech Talk Pune and the Microsoft 365 & Dynamics 365 User Group, promoting grassroots tech learning, as well as HiFi Library, an educational platform that helps children build confidence and communication skills. His mission is simple: to make AI accessible, trustworthy, and meaningful—for people, for business, for health, and for the future.

Nicolas

AI, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform Architect · MCT and MVP · Trainer · Speaker

"For 30 years we have been building systems that enable human intelligence to collaborate and build collective intelligence together. It is now time to combine also the know-how of artificial intelligence." With more than 25 years of experience in knowledge management and in the design of portals and information architectures, particularly in the context of corporate social networks, Nicolas Georgeault specializes today In the capitalization of the collective intelligence of its customers. Through the MuBrain research center specialized in collective intelligence also extended to artificial intelligence, it focuses today on Microsoft 365 Copilot and Process Advisor to optimize business processes. he is honored to be Microsoft 365 and Business Apps MVP for 15 years. His vision of the future and his qualities as speakers regularly brings him to share his knowledge in several books and web publications and regularly at several conferences and user groups in Canada but also in Europe and the United States.

Swati Ramanuj

Founder & Independent Technical Consultant · Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) · Power Platform, M365, AI & Copilot

With over 20 years of experience in Microsoft technologies, I am passionate about leveraging AI, cloud, and automation to drive digital transformation. As a seasoned Solution Architect and Technical Lead, I specialize in designing and implementing scalable, enterprise-grade solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, AI & Copilot, Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. I have extensive hands-on expertise in Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, SharePoint, Azure DevOps, , ASP.NET, SQL, C# and JavaScript, among others. My experience spans web and enterprise applications, AI-driven automation, cloud solutions, and intelligent workflows, enabling businesses to optimize efficiency and innovation. I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teams, and sharing knowledge through community engagement. Whether it’s integrating AI-powered assistants, optimizing cloud architecture, or modernizing legacy systems, I am committed to delivering solutions that make an impact. Let’s connect and explore the future of technology together!