It’s been another extraordinary year for the MuleSoft Community. As we navigate the ever-expanding world of AI-driven integration and autonomous agents, our community has remained the heartbeat of innovation. Today, we are thrilled to recognize the individuals who didn’t just keep up with the pace of change, they helped us all navigate it together.
Our 2026 MuleSoft Community Award winners
The 2026 MuleSoft Community Awards honor those who have gone above and beyond to share their knowledge, mentor their peers, and help make our ecosystem one of the most welcoming and supportive places in tech. Join us in celebrating this year’s winners!
MuleSoft Community All-stars
Our All-stars are the ultimate pillars of the community, balancing technical mastery with a heart for helping others. These leaders consistently exceed expectations in every category, from speaking and mentoring, to technical mastery and global advocacy.
- Suman Chatterjee, Sr. Architect at Prowess Software Services
- Mariano Sanchez Zetina, Sr. Expert Product Owner at Nestlé
- Diane Kesler, Salesforce/MuleSoft Certified Instructor at Integration Quest and MuleSoft Practice Lead at CloudBlazer
- Karim Djaafar, SOA Expert at Jasmine Conseil
- Brad Ringer, Principal System Engineer at AT&T
Top MuleSoft Ambassadors
This honor is reserved for contributors of the highest caliber: the leaders who guide others through their toughest technical journeys and never stop innovating to push the boundaries of modern connectivity.
- Jitendra Bafna, Director, AI Practice at PhiDimensions
- Jennifer Cole, Director, Business Intelligence and Automation at 908 Devices
- Juan Cruz Basso, Sr. Software Engineer at AVIO Consulting
Top MuleSoft Mentors
These individuals have dedicated their time to one-on-one growth, helping the next generation of Muleys earn certifications, build confidence, and navigate their professional journeys.
- Roberto Petraglia, Technical Expert at Spindox
- Manisha Patil, Specialist, Software Engineering at LTIMindtree
- Anjali Kushwaha, Integration Developer at Roche
Top MuleSoft Meetup Leaders
This award recognizes the leaders who have cultivated highly engaged local communities. By hosting regular events and facilitating knowledge sharing, they have created essential spaces for developers to learn and collaborate.
- Priya Shaw, Sr. Specialist Software at LTIMindtree
- Abhishek Bathwal, Technical Architect at Neuraflash
- Veena Kumari, Sr. Software Engineer at Bridgestone Americas
Top MuleSoft Social Influencers
Whether on LinkedIn, X, or YouTube, these leaders have built personal brands that serve as a beacon for thousands of developers. They excel at translating complex technical shifts into insights that help the entire community stay ahead.
- Sravan Lingam, Solutions Architect at Caelius Consulting
- Patryk Bandurski, Chief Integration Architect at PwC Poland
- Edgar Moran, Sr. Software Engineer at Cisco
- Akhilesh Perla, Founder and Chief Architect at NexGen Architects
- Kiranjot Kaur, MuleSoft Lead at Penrod
Top MuleSoft AI Advocates
In 2026, integration is the backbone of the AI revolution. These pioneers were the first to master Agentforce and new AI-driven connectivity, guiding our community into the world of intelligent, autonomous agents.
- Shivani Marrero, Sr. MuleSoft Developer at Rush University System for Health
- Ryan Hoegg, CTO at Integration Quest
- Sravan Nerella, Sr. MuleSoft Integration Engineer at Openlogix Corporation
Top MuleSoft Meetup Speakers
Standing on stage to share expertise requires both courage and clarity. These speakers received the highest community feedback for their engaging, insightful, and high-quality presentations.
- Vikas Sharma, Technology Architect at Infosys
- Audrey Honeycutt, MuleSoft Developer at Rush University System for Health
- Kiruthika Nithyanandan, Managing Consultant at LDPG
Top Muleys Who Gave Back
True leadership is about service. These winners went beyond technical contributions to support universities, local nonprofits, and grassroots career coaching to grow the ecosystem.
- Faith Cerena, CEO and Founder at Cerena Solutions
- Dimitris Inglezos, MuleSoft Integration Engineer at SANI Resort
- Ravi Tamada, Sr. Technical Architect at Capgemini
- Nitish Jain, Sr. Integration Engineer at GrowthArc
- Myra Wilson, Salesforce Solutions Architect at Trimble
Most Active MuleSoft Meetup Groups
Meetups are where our community comes to life. These regions led the way in 2026 with consistent, high-impact events that fostered local connection and global learning.
- Jaffna (APAC): Sarma Sothinathan, Principal Consultant at CodeTerriers
- London (EMEA): Anurag Sharma, Integration Practice Head at Nagarro; Rajesh Kumar, Enterprise Architect at TCS; Suprriya Pawar, Business and Integration Associate Manager at Accenture UK; Jagadishwar Reddy Chitluri; Integration Developer at LTA; and Aakash Kesarwani, System Integration Specialist at Lumanity
- Surat (India): Jitendra Bafna, Director, AI Practice at PhiDimensions and Nitish Jain, Sr. Integration Engineer at GrowthArc
- São Paulo (LATAM): Renato de Oliveira, Head of Enablement at KZS Tech and Daniel Mirilli, Agile Project Manager at VenturiX Solutions
- New York City, NY (NA): Neeraj Kumar, Sr. Principal at Slalom; Shivani Marrero, Sr. MuleSoft Developer at Rush University System for Health; and Catherine Wills, Custom Software Engineering Sr. Analyst at Accenture Federal Services
Top MuleSoft Technical Experts
When the questions get tough on the Forums or Slack, these are the experts who provide the answers. Their technical depth is matched only by their tireless dedication to helping others solve the “unsolvable”.
- Lini Mol Kumaresan, Sr. Technical Lead at Bits in Glass
- Matthias Transier, Delivery Architect Director at Capgemini
- Manish Kumar Yadav, Solution Architect, Global Integration Platform at Hitachi Energy
- Francis Edwards, Sr. Software Engineer at Saint-Gobain
- Tony DeFusco, Lead Integration Engineer at Brown University
Top Community Bloggers
Breaking down complex patterns into actionable advice is an art form. These winners are our most prolific writers, helping countless users skill up through their high-quality educational content.
- Stuti Tank, Software Engineering Specialist at LTM
- Prashant Gunjal, MuleSoft Architect at Cognizant
- Victor Manhani, Digital Solutions Consultant V at Capgemini
- Jorge Lebrato, Sr. Manager, Software and Integration Architecture at NTT Data
- Rohit Malik, Sr. Manager, Systems Engineering at AppFolio
Up-and-comers
The future of our community is in capable hands. These five rising stars have stepped up this year, showing incredible commitment and fresh perspectives as new community leaders.
- Brandon Tomecsko, Sr. Integration Consultant at IntraEdge
- Mehak Garg, Solutions Architect at Caelius Consulting
- Stevan Popov, Sr. Manager, Integration Systems and Cloud Services at Goeasy
- Rajeev Ranjan, Architect at Brillio
- Anusha Kandhadai, MBA Candidate and Course Assistant at Cornell Tech
Thank you, MuleSoft Community!
To our winners, your passion fuels our innovation. To our community members, thank you for asking questions, sharing your wins, and helping us build a more connected world. Feeling inspired? The road to the 2027 MuleSoft Community awards starts today. Join the MuleSoft Community Slack and explore our Meetup groups to stay connected with other Muleys.
