Organizers

  • Abhay Kulkarni

    Abhay Kulkarni

    Hi there! I’m the Co-founder of Jeevonix, leading innovation in AI Agents, Automation & Adaptive Custom Tools for reliable results. I also run a YouTube channel, simplifying AI and Automation topics into actionable tutorials for professionals. Previously, I was Associate Product Manager at OttoKit (Brainstorm Force), guiding product strategy and growth for a platform trusted by 100,000+ businesses. My journey began at 17 with WebiSharp – a web and digital solutions agency that empowered 15+ businesses globally beyond basic web presence through advanced automations and scalable solutions.


  • Digvijay B. Zite

    Digvijay B. Zite

    Hey! I’m Digvijay, a WordPress enthusiasts. I run a website design studio SWAMIITECH, where we design and develop professional websites and many other web services. I’m an active WordPress community member and loves to explore. Curious about everything, always learning new things and loves to keep an positive approach.


  • Dr.Jaydeep Patil

    Dr.Jaydeep Patil

    Working as Dean in CSE at D Y Patil Agriculture and Technical University.


  • Harshad Dhale

    Harshad Dhale

    Founder of ElemX Design Studio | AI Driven Web & Product Designer | Ex-Brainstorm Force (WP Astra) | Ex-Groto | Smart India Hackathon (AICTE, Govt of India) Evaluator | Delivering UI UX Design for SaaS Apps | Love WordPress | Passionate Problem Solver | Rotarian


  • Makarand Mane

    Makarand Mane

    Makarand G. Mane has been a passionate WordPress enthusiast since 2011. Starting as a freelance developer, he now leads WPGenius Solutions LLP, a trusted brand in WordPress services.

    As a General Translation Editor for Marathi, Speaker at various WordCamps, Lead organiser of WordCamp Kolhapur 2025 and the organizer of the Kolhapur WordPress Meetup, Makarand actively contributes to the community. He also received a Diversity Scholarship to attend WordCamp Asia 2025. He conducts programming workshops and enjoys traveling, exploring cultures, and nurturing his spiritual side – qualities that have shaped his leadership as the lead organizer of WordCamp Kolhapur.

    Makarand’s efforts have inspired and strengthened local WordPress communities, making Kolhapur a hub for WordPress enthusiasts. His vision for WordCamp Kolhapur is to foster connections, share knowledge, and highlight the region’s vibrant culture.

    Beyond WordPress, he is dedicated to empowering the next generation of developers and believes in creating opportunities through education and mentorship.


  • Nupur Vibha Deshmukh

    Nupur Vibha Deshmukh

    Nupur Deshmukh is a BCA student, teacher at Orion Tutorials, and a passionate community contributor. She anchored the opening session of WordCamp Kolhapur 2025, has organized internal hackathons and workshops at her college, and actively participates in tech and academic events. With a strong interest in public speaking, MUNs, event management, and technology, she brings energy, creativity, and leadership to every platform she’s part of.


  • Prashant Patil

    Prashant Patil

    I am Prashant Patil, a web developer with 13+ years of experience with expertise in theme customization, APIs integration, plugin creation. Good experience with maintaining clients websites , improving performance, migrations.


  • Pratik Sachin Kumbhar

    Pratik Sachin Kumbhar

    Pratik Sachin Kumbhar is a Computer Engineering student at COEP Technological University, Pune. Passionate about AI, machine learning, and web technologies, he enjoys building real-world solutions and exploring innovative ideas. His WordPress journey began with WordCamp Kolhapur 2025, which sparked his curiosity and inspired him to engage more with the community. Pratik is enthusiastic about learning, sharing knowledge, and contributing to open-source and tech communities.


  • Pritam Sonone

    Pritam Sonone

    Pritam Sonone is a WordPress Contributor, Community Builder, and AgriTech Entrepreneur. He runs the Amhi Kastkar digital platform empowering farmers with technology-driven solutions, and actively contributes to WordPress through translations, photos, support, and community events. He has spoken and volunteered at multiple WordCamps across India and is passionate about building collaborative learning environments.


  • Rahul D Sarker

    Rahul D Sarker

    I partner with brands as a Fractional CMO & Growth Strategist to build and scale marketing operations that directly fuel business growth – not just website traffic. My focus is on creating full-funnel engines where every component, from awareness to retention, is optimized for measurable ROI.

    With 10+ years of deep experience in hands-on performance marketing, I bring an execution-led approach to strategy. I don’t just advise; I roll up my sleeves to ensure marketing initiatives are seamlessly integrated with Sales and RevOps, creating a unified force for revenue generation.


  • Sakshi Patil

    Sakshi Patil

    I’m Sakshi Patil, a WordPress enthusiast looking forward to learning, sharing, and connecting with fellow community members at WordCamp


  • Satyam Vishwakarma

    Satyam Vishwakarma

    Satyam Vishwakarma is a partnerships and community manager who works with WordPress brands, creators, and agencies at fdmedia GmbH. He is an active contributor in the WordPress ecosystem and has volunteered at several events across India, including serving as a table lead at WordCamp Asia 2025. Satyam also helps organize local meetups in Fatehpur and supports community training programs that make WordPress easier to learn. He enjoys connecting people, guiding new contributors, and helping the community grow through simple and steady contribution.


  • Shreyash Dattatray Desai

    Shreyash Dattatray Desai

    A tech enthusiast and active community builder with experience in organizing hackathons, coding competitions, and tech fests, and also a past volunteer at WordCamp Kolhapur 2025. Passionate about WordPress and open-source, always excited to create impactful events that bring people together to learn and grow.


  • Suhas Laxman Sutar

    Suhas Laxman Sutar

    Passionate creator with a strong background in photography, videography, and editing as part of DYP-ATU’s media team. A wildlife photography enthusiast with a keen eye for storytelling through visuals. Actively contributing to WordPress and engaging with the WordPress Kolhapur community. Experienced freelancer delivering creative projects, now working as a Digital Marketing Executive at WPoets, combining media skills with digital strategy.