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Ron Westfall | VP and Practice Leader for Infrastructure and Networking
Ron Westfall is a prominent analyst figure in technology and business transformation. Recognized as a Top 20 Analyst by AR Insights and a Tech Target contributor, his insights are featured in major media such as CNBC, Schwab Network, and NMG Media.
His expertise covers transformative fields such as Hybrid Cloud, AI Networking, Security Infrastructure, Edge Cloud Computing, Wireline/Wireless Connectivity, and 5G-IoT. Ron bridges the gap between C-suite strategic goals and the practical needs of end users and partners, driving technology ROI for leading organizations.
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Stephanie Walter | Practice Leader - AI Stack
Stephanie Walter is a results-driven technology executive and analyst in residence with over 20 years leading innovation in Cloud, SaaS, Middleware, Data, and AI. She has guided product life cycles from concept to go-to-market in both senior roles at IBM and fractional executive capacities, blending engineering expertise with business strategy and market insights. From software engineering and architecture to executive product management, Stephanie has driven large-scale transformations, developed technical talent, and solved complex challenges across startup, growth-stage, and enterprise environments.
Steven Dickens | CEO HyperFRAME Research
Regarded as a luminary at the intersection of technology and business transformation, Steven Dickens is the CEO and Principal Analyst at HyperFRAME Research.
Ranked consistently among the Top 10 Analysts by AR Insights and a contributor to Forbes, Steven's expert perspectives are sought after by tier one media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal and CNBC, and he is a regular on TV networks including the Schwab Network and Bloomberg.
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Stephen Sopko | Analyst-in-Residence – Semiconductors & Deep Tech
Stephen Sopko is an Analyst-in-Residence specializing in semiconductors and the deep technologies powering today’s innovation ecosystem. With decades of executive experience spanning Fortune 100, government, and startups, he provides actionable insights by connecting market trends and cutting-edge technologies to business outcomes.
Stephen’s expertise in analyzing the entire buyer’s journey, from technology acquisition to implementation, was refined during his tenure as co-founder and COO of Palisade Compliance, where he helped Fortune 500 clients optimize technology investments. His ability to identify opportunities at the intersection of semiconductors, emerging technologies, and enterprise needs makes him a sought-after advisor to stakeholders navigating complex decisions.
Harvy James Espellarga | Analyst In Residence - FinOps and Earnings Coverage
Harvy James Espellarga is a financial analyst with a proven track record of analysing the financial performance of tech companies. He brings a deep understanding of accountancy principles and specializes in FinOps, helping organizations optimize their cloud spending and maximize ROI. His insightful analyses have been featured in publications like Seeking Alpha, where he provides expert commentary on performance and operational strategies for tech companies. He also previously contributed to cutting-edge research on emerging industry trends at The Futurum Group, supporting leading research directors.
Don Gentile | Analyst-in-Residence -- Storage & Data Resiliency
Don Gentile brings three decades of experience turning complex enterprise technologies into clear, differentiated narratives that drive competitive relevance and market leadership. He has helped shape iconic infrastructure platforms including IBM z16 and z17 mainframes, HPE ProLiant servers, and HPE GreenLake — guiding strategies that connect technology innovation with customer needs and fast-moving market dynamics.
His current focus spans flash storage, storage area networking, hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI), software-defined storage (SDS), hybrid cloud storage, Ceph/open source, cyber resiliency, and emerging models for integrating AI workloads across storage and compute. By applying deep knowledge of infrastructure technologies with proven skills in positioning, content strategy, and thought leadership, Don helps vendors sharpen their story, differentiate their offerings, and achieve stronger competitive standing across business, media, and technical audiences.
Fred McClimans | Analyst In Residence
Fred McClimans is a strategic leader with over 30 years in market research, tech/equity analysis, and product/market development. In addition to founding and leading competitive intelligence firm Current Analysis (now GlobalData), his career spans analyst roles at The Futurum Group, Gartner, HfS Research, Samadhi Partners, and EY. Known for his actionable analysis and market foresight, Fred has also helped drive technology innovation and market strategy at firms such as Charter Communications, Newbridge Networks (now Nokia), and DTECH LABS (now Cubic Corporation). His expertise covers AI, technology policy, cybersecurity, and business/consumer behavior, as evidenced by his numerous media appearances and publications. Fred excels in guiding businesses through market disruptions with insightful strategy and research.