Join this customer panel discussion to learn how E&Y, Chevron Phillps Chemical Co, London Stock Exchange (LSEG), and PayChex modernized on Azure App Platform using Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure App Service, Azure Functions, and Azure Container Apps. This panel discussion will cover real-world challenges of app modernization, the ease of modernizing with the right tools, and leveraging Azure Data and AI platforms to enhance internal business processes and external customer experiences.
Mike Hulme
General Manager - Digital and App Innovation
Mike Hulme, General Manager, Digital and App Innovation, Microsoft
Mike Hulme is focused on helping businesses drive growth and innovation through intelligent applications powered by AI and data, built on modern app platforms and delivered from the cloud. In leading marketing for Digital and App Innovation at Microsoft, Mike is responsible for bringing to market generation-defining solutions that are shaping every business application, every customer interaction, every industry.
Prior to Microsoft, across more than 25 years, he has helped to drive strategies for market leading AI, Cloud, database and app development organizations. Along with leadership positions at Google Cloud and more than a decade at VMware, he has led strategic initiatives with AWS, Nvidia, Intel, Salesforce, Oracle and Dell Technologies.
Mike Hulme is focused on helping businesses drive growth and innovation through intelligent applications powered by AI and data, built on modern app platforms and delivered from the cloud. In leading marketing for Digital and App Innovation at Microsoft, Mike is responsible for bringing to market generation-defining solutions that are shaping every business application, every customer interaction, every industry.
Prior to Microsoft, across more than 25 years, he has helped to drive strategies for market leading AI, Cloud, database and app development organizations. Along with leadership positions at Google Cloud and more than a decade at VMware, he has led strategic initiatives with AWS, Nvidia, Intel, Salesforce, Oracle and Dell Technologies.
John Lolis
Manager, Software Engineering
John Lolis is a manager of software engineering at Paychex. After 20+ years of hands on software development he went into leadership with a goal of helping to increase diversity within tech companies. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his husband and step son, playing video games (currently, Satisfactory) and spending time with his dog.
Abhay Pradhan
Head of Analytics Engineering
Abhay is the Head of Analytics Engineering at LSEG. Abhay joined LSEG in April 2023, post an eight-year stint at S&P Global as the CTO for Credit and Risk Solutions. He is passionate about researching and evaluating new technology for the next generation of analytics and has spent a major part of his career designing and implementing large scale distributed systems, for pricing and risk analytics, at major financial institutions.
Abhay graduated with a Master's in Computer Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Masters in Finance from London Business School.
Abhay graduated with a Master's in Computer Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Masters in Finance from London Business School.
Sandeep Sahasrabudhe
Lead Architect
I am Sandeep Sahasrabudhe and having vast experience in developing large scale applications and products to solve complex business problems over 20+ years. I am working as a Lead Architect at Ernst and Young developing platforms and applications, defining technical roadmaps and strategy. Majority of my experience is in developing Web based applications and microservices using MSFT stack.
I am based out of US; I have worked on building critical solutions for various clients in Banking and Financial Services across Europe and North America. I am passionate on using cutting edge technologies. I like working hands-on to implementing Cloud Native and PaaS offerings helping team to build resilient applications.
In my free time I enjoy playing with my dog and taking him out for long walks. I am also a runner and loves running when I get time.
I am based out of US; I have worked on building critical solutions for various clients in Banking and Financial Services across Europe and North America. I am passionate on using cutting edge technologies. I like working hands-on to implementing Cloud Native and PaaS offerings helping team to build resilient applications.
In my free time I enjoy playing with my dog and taking him out for long walks. I am also a runner and loves running when I get time.
Melba Swapna
Cloud Architect Manager
Melba Swapna is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience across the Chemicals, Oil & Gas, healthcare, and banking industries. Currently serving as the Cloud Architect Manager at Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, I have a proven track record of leading cross-functional business transformation teams and driving successful project outcomes. I am passionate about articulating a clear and compelling vision, and fostering a peaceful, high-performing environment.