AWS Ambassador Program

Aaron has 10 years of experience using AWS as Technology Director of base2Services. He helps teams build and deliver solutions leveraging CI/CD and DevOps. He is also a strong proponent of DevOps and Agile and has led approximately 300 cloud migrations.

Abhijeet Chinchole is Chief Technology Officer at Cloudlytics. Over the years, Abhijeet has helped numerous global businesses transition to the cloud by helping them with strategy and implementation. He is also an expert on cloud migration, cloud security, and building modern SaaS applications. When not working, he likes to drive and don the hat of a creative tinkerer.

Abhinivesh has more than 21 years of experience in Database, Cloud and Infrastructure space. He has expertise in 5G MEC, Edge Computing design and implementation, Cloud Strategy, Hybrid cloud deployment and AWS Outposts. He holds several industry leading certifications like- AWS Solution Architect Professional, AWS Certified Advanced Networking Speciality, TOGAF 9.2 Certified, CKA and CKAD. He is an Author, Blogger, Thought leader and Frequent speaker in various industry forums.

Adam Divall, Solutions Architect at GlobalLogic with over 25 years demonstratable experience in design, implementation, migration and support of large, complex solutions to support a customer’s long term business strategy. Adam holds all 12 available certifications for Amazon Web Services with specialisations including Networking, Security, Database, Data Analytics,  Machine Learning and SAP.

Adit Modi is a Solutions Architect at Lauren with over a decade of hands-on experience in cloud and DevOps. He holds 10 AWS certifications and specializes in AWS-related DevOps, Data Engineering, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). As an AWS Ambassador and HashiCorp Ambassador, Adit is a passionate advocate for community-driven growth, actively contributing to the tech community as a speaker, organizer, and volunteer.

Ahmet is a highly experienced IT professional with over 20 years of expertise in managing IT infrastructure, leading on-premises to cloud migrations, and driving DevOps adoption projects. They possess extensive knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and have successfully guided numerous organizations through seamless transitions to the cloud. With a strong focus on automation, collaboration, and continuous delivery, Ahmet has played a pivotal role in transforming traditional software development and deployment processes into efficient and agile DevOps practices. Their leadership skills, technical acumen, and passion for innovation have enabled businesses to optimize operations, enhance scalability, and achieve faster time-to-market through the successful implementation of DevOps methodologies.

Ai Hayakawa has developed AWS architectural best practices and has breadth of experience in delivering financial service solutions. Her deep expertise of security and governance helps customers accelerate their cloud journeys. She is also a core member of the AWS User Group Community on Financial Services (known as Fin-JAWS).

Akesh is a cloud enthusiast working as Cloud Architect with BlazeClan Technologies. He specializes in Fullstack Development, Cloud Consulting and Solutioning, DevOps and Infra Automations. He is experienced in developing, deploying and replatforming applications on Amazon Cloud Services (AWS) and transforming traditional environments to virtualized environments with Java, Python and AWS services. Akesh is passionate about helping customers to design and deploy secure, highly available and cost optimized AWS solutions and to build Infra automations by leveraging strength of AWS Cloud.

Akhil, the Senior Manager of AWS Migration at RTDS, brings over 13 years of experience in the IT industry. His technical expertise is reflected through a suite of prestigious certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer, AWS SysOps Administrator, and ITIL v3. As a Distinguished Cloud Architect, he possesses in-depth experience in architecture, design, solution building, business transitions, data center migrations, cloud foundation establishment, and cloud adoption acceleration. He is dedicated to continuous learning and expanding his expertise in essential technology domains. His specializations include cloud solutions, Cloud Adoption roadmaps, blogging, consulting, and relationship management with people, clients, and stakeholders

Akira Shibata has been building systems using AWS at Fenrir Inc. since 2016. He works with co-workers and clients to build secure and scalable cloud infrastructure, migrate applications to the cloud, and implement Infrastructure as Code and DevOps practices. He values continuous learning and loves to learn something new every day.

Akito Kidani is an Engineering Manager at Works Human Intelligence Co., Ltd., which provides ERP package software for large enterprises in Japan. He plays a pivotal role in multiple SaaS services that integrate with the company's flagship software called "COMPANY", leading a team skilled in both application development and operations. Recently, he directed a considerable enhancement of their AWS infrastructure to improve application security. He is dedicated to making a significant impact by providing secure and stable SaaS solutions moving forward.

Alan Blockley stands at the forefront of cloud technology as a Presales Solutions Architect Lead at Thoughtworks in Brisbane, Australia. 

Alan is a seasoned AWS Ambassador with an impressive collection of 13+ certifications from Amazon Web Services (AWS), including the notable AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional and AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty. His diverse global career, spanning two decades, encompasses key roles in the IT industry, showcasing expertise in presales, IT leadership, and cloud solutions delivery. 

Recognized as the Top AWS Ambassador in the ANZ region for 2023, Alan Blockley is celebrated for his technical acumen, leadership, and unwavering commitment to fostering a collaborative community within the cloud computing realm.

Alan is a Cloud Architect with more than 9 years of experience in IT and more than 5 years with hands on experience in Cloud/DevOps Engineer. Enthusiastic about Open Source technologies, Cloud Security, Serverless, Containers, Observability and innovation. I help customers to use and develop modern, resilient. secure and scalable applications.

Alejandro is a Solutions and Software Architect specialised in AWS at NTT Data. He started as a developer but evolved to an architect, and now with more than 10 years of experience, he has been involved with different clients in all phases of software development and has worked with all kinds of architectures: monolithic, microservices, event-driven, SOA (service-oriented), serverless, cloud-native... He has also worked on modernisation projects and DevOps transformations, often teaches his co-workers about AWS and likes to collaborate on anything related to AWS where he can help. He loves serverless, event-driven architectures, DevOps and new technology challenges.

Alejandro is a Telecommunications Engineer specialized in Cloud Solutions Architecture and DevSecOps. Throughout his professional experience during the last 5 years, he participated in migration projects, application modernization, and deployment of cloud-native solutions primarily to the AWS cloud in different roles including operation, implementation, and pre-sales. He is characterized by a passion for best practices and cybersecurity. Currently hold AWS Professional and Associate Solution Architect, AWS DevOps Professional, and AWS Security Specialist certifications, he led the race to certify Sophos in the AWS DevOps competency, actively participated in the Well Architect Partner Program as well as the active participation in four AWS Security Black Belt events in which he gained recognition as a specialist in this branch. Part of the DevOps committee and have led initiatives such as the Sophos wiki and the definition of frameworks associated with domains such as Infrastructure as code and DevOps for Serverless.

Alex is a Principal Solutions Architect at Ubertas Consulting, specialising in migration and modernisation. With over 5 years experience in architecting and implementing production workloads on AWS for both customers and internal teams, he has plenty of knowledge around core AWS services that enable easier migrations in addition to those that empower customers to make the most of the cloud.

He is passionate about sharing his knowledge with the community through public speaking and blog posts as well as generally just playing about with new tech.

Alex is a firm believer in making use of serverless or managed services wherever possible.

Alexandre Gusson is a Director at NTT DATA. He brings a combination of business and technical knowledge to the organization. With solid experience in technology and sales, he leads the development and innovation of strategic solutions that drive the growth of customers, partners, and businesses. He also has several certifications and qualifications.

With 17+ years of experience, Anand is a Senior Solution architect at Capgemini. He has experience in solutioning, designing, and implementing enterprise-scale software solutions for customers across various industries including Retail, QSR, Pharma and M&E. He has a successful track record in leading digital transformation including delivering highly scalable, resilient, cloud-native, and secure applications in Amazon Web Services and Serverless Computing with a focus on innovation, agility, and quality. He holds several industry leading certifications like- AWS Solution Architect Professional, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, and Certified SAFe5 Architect. He is a Blogger, Thought leader and Frequent speaker in various industry forums.

Anders architected and implemented his first customer solution on AWS in 2010 and is essential in forming Webstep's Cloud Center of Excellence. He applies his broad expert knowledge across all layers of the organizational stack. He is also the co-founder of four AWS User Groups and an AWS Authorized Instructor.

Anjani is Global CTO at Genese Solution working out of Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, UK, and Australia. He has successfully completed projects in Banking, enterprise IT, corporate, and startups. He is passionate about Cloud technologies, DevSecOps methodology; he holds 5 AWS certifications. He has also started AWS User Group in Nepal and Bangladesh.

Ankur Chawla is a Senior Solution Architect with Rackspace Technology. He collaborates with enterprises, designing solutions that empower them to achieve business objectives by excelling in a diverse AWS environment. With a remarkable decade-long journey in the tech industry, Ankur has consistently demonstrated an unparalleled understanding of cloud architecture. This expertise has been pivotal in driving successful digital transformations for financial services, revolutionizing the way organizations operate in the ever-evolving digital landscape. An advocate of cutting-edge technologies, Ankur continually seeks out emerging trends and industry best practices to stay at the forefront of the ever-changing cloud landscape. This proactive mindset ensures that clients benefit from state-of-the-art solutions that drive efficiency, security, and innovation.

Cloud solution architect with 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure designing and management.

Anton Isaiev, a highly skilled cloud engineer with over 15 years of IT experience, including 6+ years in management roles. Anton is an expert in designing and constructing complex distributed hybrid systems and networks. He is also an experienced IT instructor with a passion for teaching. Anton's expertise lies in Service Transition, Continuous Service Improvement, and Cloud migration. He has a practical understanding of developing and implementing global disaster recovery strategies tailored to meet the needs of enterprise-level clients.

Ari is a cloud enthusiast working as an AWS Cloud Devops Engineer in New Zealand. He has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry from working in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. After working with a few cloud providers, Ari has aligned himself to AWS as it aligns more closely with his DNA. Ari studied Mechanical Engineering and moved into IT during his career. He still has a passion for building things and uses AWS as his platform for testing and innovating. He understands how to deliver business value to stakeholders.