Dennis van Bregt has built an impressive career as a data scientist, which started in the financial industry and spanned various areas such as logistics, supply chain management and operations management. His expertise in ERP implementations eventually led him into ERP and MDM. With his experience in MDM and content management, he deepened his knowledge in digital analytics. In the last five years, van Bregt has focused on technical aspects of data platforms and pipelines, governance in terms of privacy, security, quality and data literacy, as well as analytics and AI/machine learning, which emphasises his extensive knowledge in data science.

Lígia has a successful history of work with data and digital products in the agriculture sector with proven deliveries to improve team performance. She is a professional with a Dr. rer. nat. focused in Molecular Biotechnology and Systems Biology from University of Kaiserslautern that has lead multi-cultural teams in the Americas and Europe, and that is always up to learn new things.

Leonid Torgovitski is a Lead Data Scientist and In-house Consultant at Generali, specializing in advanced data analytics and machine learning. With a doctorate in Applied Mathematics from the University of Cologne, he brings deep technical expertise to developing data-driven solutions that support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

Sven Wilbert switched to the banking industry after studying astrophysics in Würzburg. He started in Banking compliance in the UK and moved on to work as an IT Consultant in the area of Big Data with focus on baking. He was involved in various projects in the areas of software implementation, institution mergers and due diligence with focus on Integration Architecture, data management, analytics and reporting. He then worked as lead engineer on the creation of a data analytics platform at NORD/LB. Furthermore, he moved to NORD/LB in the summer of 2020 and has since been working as a data manager with a wide range of tasks in various projects in analytics, data- and bank management. Since beginning of 2024 he is vice lead for NORD/LBs data architecture.

I am currently responsible for the product "Data Platforms", part of the domain "Automatisiertes Fahren, E/E Absicherung, Fahrzeugerprobung" at the BMW Group. Prior to that I was responsible for global data platforms at BMW hosting use cases across multiple domains in the company, like manufacturing, connected Drive, vehicle development, finance or marketing.

Prior to BMW I was leading all global efforts related to Big Data, Personalization and Digital Analytics at PAYBACK which is part of the American Express group.

I hold a PhD and a diploma in Computer Science from the University of Innsbruck / Austria and the University of Passau / Germany respectively.
Since my diploma studies, I developed an interest in intelligent use of data and semantics to drive businesses in multiple industries.

Saad Tariq, currently serving as Lead Data Architect, Global Product Strategy at Roche, brings over 19 years of experience in delivering data-driven solutions across Health Sciences, Finance, Retail, and Telecom sectors in the EMEA region.

With a career spanning roles from developer to product lead, Saad blends technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive growth and innovation.

A certified cloud professional, he specializes in AWS Cloud Architecture, Data Engineering, and Agile Leadership, continually advancing his expertise to stay at the forefront of technology innovation.

allnex is a leading producer of speciality polymers with a clear focus on sustainability. We have key positions in coating markets and beyond, across industries in mobility & transportation, construction & infrastructure as well as packaging & consumer goods. With manufacturing facilities and R&D centers located around the world, the allnex group offers access to a huge global network of innovation and provides responsive, local support to our customers, helping them to quickly bring advanced coating solutions to market. We see innovation as our most powerful driver for improving the future. That’s what motivates our teams and drives our research for products that make a positive contribution to society - for all nex>t generations.

Our high-yield seeds and trusted knowledge have made us the farmers’ partner for generations. We contribute to nutrition solutions for a steadily growing world population by constantly improving genetic potential through excellent research and offering expert services to farmers through the entire year. Our shared success is the result of a corporate culture that offers entrepreneurial freedom and supports dedicated talent that develops solutions.

Generali enables people to shape a safer and more sustainable future by caring for their lives and dreams. The Generali Group is one of the most significant players in the global insurance and financial products market. The Group is leader in Italy and Assicurazioni Generali, founded in 1831 in Trieste, is the Group's Parent and principal operating Company.

NORD/LB is the leading commercial bank in northern Germany. This is our home region with locations in Hanover, Braunschweig, Bremen, Oldenburg and Hamburg. In the corporate customer business, we offer financing solutions for SMEs across the region. Our particular strengths are specialised financing for energy and infrastructure projects, real estate and aircraft. NORD/LB is represented internationally in these areas by highly efficient teams in London, New York and Singapore. We offer investors a wide range of opportunities to participate in our commitments. Especially when it comes to ‘green’ financing. As one of the most important European banks in the field of renewable energies, NORD/LB is actively involved in climate protection with innovative financing.

With its BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad brands, the BMW Group is the world's leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorbikes and a provider of premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production locations worldwide; the company has a global sales network with representatives in over 140 countries.

Roche is a global company at the forefront of research and development of medicines and diagnostics, focused on helping people live better, longer lives through scientific progress. By combining pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof, Roche is a leader in personalised healthcare - a strategy that aims to provide every patient with the best possible treatment. Roche is the world's largest biotech company with differentiated medicines for oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology and diseases of the central nervous system. Roche is also the leading provider of in-vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer tests and a pioneer in diabetes management.