speakers

At IoT Sparks, we bring together a group of experts and professionals from various industries who specialize in the IoT field. Our aim is to provide valuable insights, explore the latest trends, and analyze the impact of IoT technology in the future.
Rafal Kaja

EY

Engineering Consultant, OT/IoT Cybersecurity Hub, Technology Consulting

Rafal Kaja
Engineering Consultant, OT/IoT Cybersecurity Hub, Technology Consulting
EY
Rafal began his professional career as an automation engineer and SCADA specialist in the Power & Utilities sector. He currently serves as a Consultant at EY within the OT/IoT Cybersecurity Hub Team, leading implementation projects, advisory services, and testing of OT/IoT products and cybersecurity solutions. A significant portion of his career has been dedicated to work and projects in the Cybersecurity Laboratory of Industry 4.0, OT and IoT. He holds and continues to acquire knowledge and professional certifications, including those in Project Management, Cybersecurity, and Cloud technologies. In his personal life, he is an avid sailing enthusiast and has a keen interest in psychology.
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Thomas Hasenoehrl

WIKA Group

VP IIoT Systems & Solutions

Thomas Hasenoehrl
VP IIoT Systems & Solutions
WIKA Group
Thomas Hasenoehrl is a results-driven professional with a passion for leading and innovating in the field of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Throughout his career at WIKA, he has consistently embraced the challenge of leading change initiatives. In his current role as Vice President IIoT Systems & Solutions, he takes global responsibility for IIoT solutions, overseeing engineering, product and solution management, technical support, and back office functions. His goal is clear: to spearhead innovations that reshape the industry. He thrives in fast-paced environments and relishes the opportunity to create, innovate, and drive success. He is passionate about bringing technological solutions to the forefront and has consistently been at the forefront of transformative IIoT initiatives.
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Annalena Zottmann

DIEHL Metering

Business Development Manager Solution Projects & Vice chairman Business & Marketing Committee mioty alliance

Annalena Zottmann
Business Development Manager Solution Projects & Vice chairman Business & Marketing Committee mioty alliance
DIEHL Metering
Annalena Zottmann is a driving force behind innovative smart metering and city solutions and services at Diehl Metering. She has several years’ experience in ideation, exploration and realization of new solutions across various markets. Annalena’s focus is on designing future-proof und user-centric IoT solutions based on the needs of smart utilities and cities.
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Tanya Suárez

IOT TRIBE

IoT Tribe Founder I
BluSpecs CEO I AIOTI Board Member I QUIC Governing Board

Tanya Suárez
IoT Tribe Founder I
BluSpecs CEO I AIOTI Board Member I QUIC Governing Board
IOT TRIBE
IOT TRIBE, FOUNDER | BLUSPECS, CEO | AIOTI, BOARD MEMBER | QUIC, GOVERNING BOARD LLB (HONS) and PhD candidate in ICT CEO and founder of IoT Tribe, an equity-free tech ecosystem builder that brings start-ups and corporates together to do business with hubs in London/Barnsley- Industrial Tech, Singapore-Deeptech and Madrid-Space tech. I also run BluSpecs, a digital transformation agency that works with companies and public sector organisations at the intersection of advanced technology adoption, skills and regulation. I am a member of the European Innovation Council, and a WEF European Digital Leader,, a member of Tech LondonAdvocates Tech Quantum Advocates and Tech Spain Advocates. I am on the board of the Alliance of Cloud, Edge and IoT Innovation (AIOTI), an industry body supporting the Cloud to Edge IoT ecosystem in Europe, and a governing board member of the Quantum Industry Consortium’s Governing Board and Chair of the Ecosystems Working Group. A frequent keynote speaker at international conferences, dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and raising awareness about the social impact of AI technology.
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Rich Stamvik

MULTITECH

Software Services Director

Rich Stamvik
Software Services Director
MULTITECH
Rich leads MultiTech’s software services team covering cloud- and mobile device-based applications and their integrations with internal and external systems. He works with ecosystem partners, standards bodies, and strategies addressing real problems across the industrial IoT industry. Rich has led MultiTech’s global product management and European business development, consulted around security and IoT solutions, managed operator relations at ARM, managed mobile platform products at Ericsson and ST-Ericsson, and established new markets at Telelogic. He got his MSc in computer science from Lund University in Sweden and lives in the UK.
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Mark J Lumsdon-Taylor

MHA

Partner & Head of Sustainability ESG

Mark J Lumsdon-Taylor
Partner & Head of Sustainability ESG
MHA
Mark is a Partner and the Head of Sustainability ESG at MHA, the UK member for Baker Tilly International. He also sits on the international ESG groups for BTI and supports global policy adoption. He is a Chartered Accountant fellow and corporate financier with special interests in food & farming, rural business and manufacturing including aviation with a belief that business must be underpinned by sustainable finance. He established such national groups as 'Rural Policy Group' in 2019 following 16 years in the rural economy working with both public and private sector businesses creating the largest educational college group in the UK employing over 1400 staff educating circa 78000 students. Mark has been engaged in sustainability since 2006 introducing the first CSR practices into education and business operations, approving the first Further education degree in this space. A founding partner of accounting for sustainability with HRH (then) Prince Charles, he has won numerous awards for his work including UK Finance Director of the Year 2007 (accountancy age), Accounting for Sustainability National Leadership 2012 (ICEAW), National Business Finance Director 2014 (Finance Director awards) and the Institute of Directors Blue Ribbon award for Governance and Finance Excellence in 2018. He and his team have been leading voices in the role of ESG regulation in UK and EU jurisdictions as well as advising some of the largest entities in the world. Mark has been a member of numerous boards in sectors such as schools, financial services, and agriculture. He is a liveryman in the worshipful company of fruiterers and the livery of chartered accountants as well as a senior CBI Southeast Councillor. He is a well-versed public speaker ranging from policy debates through to UN and UKG.
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Yannik Kopp

LORIOT

Deputy CEO & Chief Strategy Officer

Yannik Kopp
Deputy CEO & Chief Strategy Officer
LORIOT
Yannik Kopp is the Chief Strategy Officer at LORIOT, where he leads the company's strategic initiatives and drives growth in the IoT sector. His role focuses on fostering innovation and guiding LORIOT's direction in the evolving IoT landscape. In addition to his role at LORIOT, Yannik is a Guest Lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW, where he educates students on IoT. He also previously served as a Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, designing and implementing scalable cloud solutions for diverse clients, showcasing his deep expertise in technology and digital transformation.
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Pierre Naccache

Asystom

President and founder

Pierre Naccache
President and founder
Asystom
Pierre Naccache is the President of Asystom, a company specializing in predictive maintenance solutions for the industrial sector. With a rich career in entrepreneurship and technological innovation, he has successfully positioned Asystom as a leader in the field of the Internet of Things (IoT) and industrial maintenance, developing solutions that help companies optimize their operations and reduce costs. Under his leadership, Asystom has experienced rapid growth, establishing itself as a key player in Industry 4.0 both in France and internationally.
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Xose Pérez

RAKwireless

Product Owner

Xose Pérez
Product Owner
RAKwireless
Xose Pérez has been working in the IoT landscape for the last 11 years as a full-stack (HW/FW) developer and consultant for various companies. He is currently a Product Owner at RAKwireless. His goal is to define and develop hardware and software solutions to make IoT even easier for companies and citizens. He is also a core member of TTN in the Barcelona area and is actively involved in deploying open IoT infrastructure over LoRaWAN.
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Margarita Albors

Social Nest Foundation

President

Margarita Albors
President
Social Nest Foundation
Margarita Albors is the President of Social Nest Foundation. In this role, she has been dedicating her energy and passion for over a decade to her mission of catalyzing economic actors—startups, corporates, foundations, investors, and administrations—to address social and environmental challenges. To this end, she launched Fi, a network of leaders in impact and sustainable investment, and developed global entrepreneurship programs for startups focused on social and environmental impact. Margarita is actively involved in various organizations and foundations. She is a member of The ImPact, a global community of family office members committed to aligning their assets with their values. She serves as a trustee of Fundación Cañada Blanch and is recognized as a Responsible Leader by the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt. Additionally, she is a Board Member of SpainNab (the Spanish National Advisory Board for promoting impact investment and part of the global GSG network). Margarita holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Valencia. She earned a Master's degree in Management from Harvard University and completed the Strategic Management and Social Leadership Program at IESE Business School, as well as the Global Civil Society Program at Harvard Kennedy School, both with grants from Fundación Rafael del Pino.
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Jonas Thiel

DIGIMONDO GmbH

Head of Business Development

Jonas Thiel
Head of Business Development
DIGIMONDO GmbH
Jonas Thiel is the Head of Business Development at Digimondo GmbH. He began his IoT journey with a nationwide rollout project for Germany’s largest energy provider, contributing to the growth of the LPWAN ecosystem in Germany. At Digimondo, Jonas supports utilities in integrating LPWAN solutions through the niotix IoT platform and manages key partnerships. With a strong passion for the transformative benefits of IoT, particularly in tackling the global challenge of decarbonization, Jonas plays a crucial role in developing IoT strategies and concepts for customers
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Eman Martin-Vignerte

Bosch UK

Director of External Affairs and Government Relations

Eman Martin-Vignerte
Director of External Affairs and Government Relations
Bosch UK
Eman Martin-Vignerte is the Director of External Affairs and Government Relations at Bosch UK. She holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Electrical and Medical Engineering from the University of Paderborn/Ulm, Germany. With over 6 years of experience in software and hardware engineering in the automotive industry, she has played a key role in business development for telehealth in the UK and Ireland. In 2004, Eman served as the project manager for electronic pump, Hyundai customer, and spent a year in Korea. She also contributed to the development of ceramic Medtronic control units for vehicle engines at Bosch GmbH. Eman's expertise extends beyond her professional roles. She is an active member of various boards and advisory boards, including Buckingham Business First, CBI Southeast, Local Enterprise Partnership Buckinghamshire, and UK5G. She is also a member of OCAVIA, the Oxford-Cambridge ARC Virtual Institute for Aviation, and serves as an advisor for WE-Transform, the Workforce Europe transformation agenda for transport automation under the EU Commission. Additionally, Eman provides advisory services at Autotech Europe and serves as a board member at Cenex. Recognized for her leadership abilities, Eman is a fellow at the Leadership Fellow Society of Leadership Fellows, St George's House, Windsor Castle.
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Robin Wulfes

LORIOT Verso

IoT Solutions Lead

Robin Wulfes
IoT Solutions Lead
LORIOT Verso
Robin Wulfes is the IoT Solutions Lead at LORIOT Verso, where he spearheads the development of the department, dedicated to delivering end-to-end solutions for environmental monitoring through IoT. Driven by the vision 'Taking care of our natural capital: Giving nature a voice,' Robin is committed to advancing innovative IoT applications that protect and preserve the environment. Robin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master’s in Innovation Management with honors, blending his deep technical expertise with a keen business acumen. His social and environmental drive has led him to conduct numerous impactful projects, earning recognition and awards in various competitions for his contributions to social and environmental causes.
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Oguz Kirmizi

Rotiot

CEO

Oguz Kirmizi
CEO
Rotiot
Oguz Kirmizi, CEO of Rotiot GmbH, is an electrical engineer with over 15 years of experience in innovative IIoT concepts. Specializing in End of Line testing systems and turnkey solutions, he excels in data analysis, hardware, and software development for industrial monitoring. Recently completing an MBA in technical management, Kirmizi offers clients technically and financially compelling solutions. Renowned in the gas and oil industry, his customized solutions enhance efficiency and profitability, solidifying his role as a key figure in industrial automation and IIoT.
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Julian Studer

LORIOT

Founder & CEO

Julian Studer
Founder & CEO
LORIOT
Julian Studer is a Swiss entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of LORIOT, a leading Internet of Things (IoT) company specializing in Low Power Wide Area (LPWA) networks. Established in 2015, LORIOT operates globally, providing Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions in over 150 countries. Studer's background includes a decade of experience in the banking sector, where he held significant positions at major banks in Geneva and Zurich before transitioning to entrepreneurship.
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Alan Rae

LORIOT

Head of Sales

Alan Rae
Head of Sales
LORIOT
Alan Rae is a forward-thinking IoT advocate and the Head of Sales at LORIOT with over 6 years of experience in the LoRaWAN sector, supporting global companies deploying some of the largest LoRaWAN projects worldwide. Specializing in the advancement of network connectivity and management technology, his ambition is focused on facilitating global IoT adoption and scalability. Alan's role has been crucial in supporting companies across diverse industries, emphasizing the transformative power of connected technologies to boost efficiency and sustainability worldwide.
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Noman Ahmed

SmartEnds

Founder & CEO

Noman Ahmed
Founder & CEO
SmartEnds
Noman Ahmed is the Founder and CEO of SmartEnds, with over 25 years of experience in IoT & AI technology. He holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany. Noman has held senior roles at major corporations such as Cisco, IMEC and Technicolor, where he developed and led technology strategies and product innovations. Under his leadership, SmartEnds has deployed AI-driven, IoT-enabled waste management solutions globally, achieving significant reductions in CO2 emissions and enhancing recycling efficiency. He is a Certified Scrum Master and has multiple IEEE publications.
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Luca Cinti

Valerann

Partnerships Lead

Luca Cinti
Partnerships Lead
Valerann
Luca leads the Partnership relationships at Valerann, from building new collaborations with technology and data providers, to articulating value with entities that can ultimately enhance the value of Valerann's products. With his MSc Engineering at Cranfield University and his international career gained in the automotive and the digital sectors, he is continuously applying his know-how seeking value from new solutions to today's mobility and societal challenges. Luca has extensive experience working with public entities (Digital Catapult), with large industrial players (Bentley Motors within the VW Group, EMR, Ferretti Group etc.) and within the startups world, mainly supporting the adoption of advanced digital solutions (IoT Tribe, Zubi Labs, etc.). He is currently part-time professor at the EDEM University of Valencia where Luca guides the MBA students in its final projects and lecture at the Logistics & Mobility course. He is passionate about understanding the functioning of the modern technologies (Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, IoT, Cybersecurity, and Virtual Reality) behind smart mobility solutions and their deployment for the improvement of the safety and the sustainability for both people and logistics.
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Peter Hedberg

Mioty Alliance

General Manager

Peter Hedberg
General Manager
Mioty Alliance
With over 30 years of experience across diverse industries such as packaging, process, medical devices, industrial equipment, consumer electronics, telecom, IT, and retail, Peter Hedberg brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his roles. For more than a decade, he has specialized in IoT and wireless technologies, focusing on LPWAN. His notable achievements include over six years with Sigfox, where he successfully built the business in the Nordics and Baltics. In 2023, he became General Manager for the mioty Alliance.
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Jonas Schmid

Akenza

Co-CEO, VP Sales

Jonas Schmid
Co-CEO, VP Sales
Akenza
Jonas Schmid defines and leads the vision of akenza, together with Co-CEO Simon Rieser. Thanks to its low-code IoT application enablement platform, akenza is making IoT more accessible for corporates globally. Jonas Schmid has a Master of Business Administration from the University of Geneva and experience in international project management for different companies such as Siemens and ABB.
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Anita Palkovi

LORIOT

Business Development Manager

Anita Palkovi
Business Development Manager
LORIOT
Anita holds a degree in Marketing and Economics, as well as a Master’s degree in Teaching Economics. With over a decade of experience in IT sales, she has successfully navigated roles in both large multinational corporations and dynamic startups. Her expertise spans key account management, solution sales, and driving business growth with large enterprises. For the past two years, Anita has been a force in business development at LORIOT, where she leverages her extensive background to forge strategic partnerships and drive innovation. Her passion for technology and deep understanding of market dynamics make her a valuable contributor to her field.
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Manuela Schlereth

LORIOT

Technical Account Manager

Manuela Schlereth
Technical Account Manager
LORIOT
Technical Account Manager at LORIOT. In this role, she specializes in onboarding customers from the infrastructure industry and demonstrates how to utilize LoRaWAN technology in this field. Her contributions have led to the success of multiple infrastructure projects.
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Pablo Giménez

Fundación Valenciaport

Senior Project Manager

Pablo Giménez
Senior Project Manager
Fundación Valenciaport
Pablo Giménez received his M.Sc. degree in telecommunication engineering from the Universitat Politecnica de Valencia. Later he became a member of the Distributed Real- Time Systems research group of the Communication Department at the UPV, where he received his Ph.D. He was involved in research projects related to the implementation of SWE to logistics services, industrial safety and security assurance for smart grids safer. Since 2015, Pablo Giménez is working at the Fundacion ValenciaPort as IT project manager in research projects related to ICT, IoT, Big Data and cybersecurity, in the port, transport and logistics domain. During this period at the Valenciaport Foundation, he has specialized in innovation with the Master in Port Management and Intermodal Transport from the Universidad Pontificia de Comillas and the international PMP certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
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Jimmy Jones

ZARIOT

Head of Security

Jimmy Jones
Head of Security
ZARIOT
Jimmy Jones is a telecoms cybersecurity expert. His experience in telecoms spans decades, in which time he has gained a thorough understanding of the industry. He has taken on many roles, stemming from early engineering positions with major operators and vendors such as WorldCom (now Verizon), Nortel, Genband and Positive Technologies. In 2005, Jimmy started to focus on telecom security, eventually making the switch in 2017 to work for a specialist cyber security vendor. He now brings all his industry experience to deliver agile, transformative, and secure digital solutions with ZARIOT.
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Manuel Álvarez

UnaBiz

Iberia Managing Director

Manuel Álvarez
Iberia Managing Director
UnaBiz
Manuel Álvarez began his career in finance within the consulting industry. After it, he transitioned into the telecom sector, where he has spent over 15 years honing his expertise while also gaining valuable experience through involvement with various startups. In 2020, Manuel joined Unabiz, where he has immersed himself in the world of IoT, gaining comprehensive knowledge in logistics and facility management use cases.
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Camilo Blesa

LORIOT

Sales Development Representative

Camilo Blesa
Sales Development Representative
LORIOT
Camilo Blesa is a seasoned professional with a robust background in law and supply chain management. For the past year and a half, he has been excelling as a Key Account Manager for the LATAM region at LORIOT, where he leverages his diverse expertise to drive strategic growth and foster strong client relationships. At LORIOT, Camilo's role as Key Account Manager for the LATAM region involves coordinating with key clients, understanding their unique needs, and delivering tailored solutions that drive mutual success. His blend of legal acumen and supply chain expertise enables him to approach challenges with a holistic perspective.
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Néstor Codina

Alhona

Senior Virtual Consultant

Néstor Codina
Senior Virtual Consultant
Alhona
Graduated at Telecommunications Engineering from UMH Elche, I have developed my career in the past 8 years in the logistics sector and specialized in the simulation of complex logistic systems such as fully automated warehouses and distribution centers. Being part of Alhona for more than a year now, I am expanding these skills to other industrial sectors where simulation can play an important role at making crucial decisions in terms of cost and growth.
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Liliane Paradise

Miromico

Head of Operations and Innovation

Liliane Paradise
Head of Operations and Innovation
Miromico
Liliane Paradise graduated from ETH Zürich in 2019 with a Master's in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Micro- and Nanosystems. She has extensive experience in hardware and firmware development. For the past two years, she has been the Hardware Team Lead at Miromico. Since last November, she has taken on the role of Head of Operations & Innovation at Miromico, overseeing operations, managing product development, and driving innovation. Liliane is known for her technical expertise and leadership within the company.
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Víctor Claver

Nespra

CCO & Managing Director

Víctor Claver
CCO & Managing Director
Nespra
Victor Claver, with over a decade of experience in IoT technology, is the COO and Managing Director of Nespra. He has driven Nespra to become a leading IoT solution provider in Spain through his strategic vision and focus on excellence and reliability. Under his leadership, Nespra developed the Nescloud platform, simplifying IoT device and data management for organizations and aiding in their digital transformation. Victor's passion for technology enhances productivity and decision-making, positioning Nespra as a strategic partner in digitalization, ensuring innovations provide real business value.
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