22-25 April 2026

Jonathan Stewart

Jonathan Stewart is a dynamic analytics consultant and visionary leader with over 25 years championing enterprise-scale data strategy and transformation. As Principal Analytics Consultant, Jonathan pioneers the launch of new practice areas, forges C-suite partnerships, and architects modern data warehouse and Power BI ecosystems for Fortune 500 organizations. His expertise empowers businesses to harness real-time insights, accelerate decision-making, and drive measurable revenue growth. A recognized educator and community advocate, Jonathan is a frequent global speaker, technical trainer, and blogger at sqllocks.net, dedicated to democratizing analytics knowledge. He has presented on advanced analytics, cloud data platforms, and leadership in technology at conferences, user groups, and webcasts worldwide. Jonathan also serves as a board member for the Columbus SQL Server User Group and collaborates with local nonprofit and public sector leaders to expand technology access and career opportunities for underserved communities. Jonathan’s technical focus spans the Microsoft Data Platform (Power BI, Azure, SQL Server), modern data warehouses including Databricks and Snowflake ecosystems, governance frameworks, data visualization, and analytics process automation. His leadership has been instrumental in launching innovative data practices, guiding cross-functional teams, and establishing standards for security and analytics excellence across industries including healthcare, manufacturing, government, and financial services. In his free time, Jonathan advises regional planning boards and youth organizations, inspiring the next wave of technology leaders in central Ohio and beyond.

Jonathan Stewart's Sessions

Fabric AND Fusion: Why AND Always Wins Over ORSQLBits 2026

Stop choosing between platforms. See how leaders use Fabric as an integration hub—pulling Snowflake via mirroring, Databricks via virtualization, everything via OneLake—delivering faster ROI than migration.

Microsoft Fabric: The Game-Changer for Enterprise AnalyticsSQLBits 2026

Discover how to turn Microsoft Fabric from a shiny new toy into a governed, cost-aware analytics backbone that scales with your enterprise and actually gets adopted by the business.

Building Scalable Data Warehouses with Microsoft Fabric:SQLBits 2026

Learn to design and implement scalable data warehouses using Microsoft Fabric, covering best practices for data storage, management, retrieval, and data warehousing features to create efficient pipelines.

Fabric Copilot: Consumption and Cost DemystifiedSQLBits 2026

Master Microsoft Fabric Copilot cost management with practical insights on tracking consumption, implementing cost reduction strategies, and maximizing ROI through effective monitoring and optimization techniques.

From Legacy to Modern: Your Fabric Migration Strategy GuideSQLBits 2026

Navigate data platform modernization with a practical framework for evaluating, selecting, and migrating to Microsoft Fabric, featuring proven methodologies, real-world case studies, and actionable templates.

The $9.79M Business Case: The Fabric ROI CalculatorSQLBits 2026

Learn to build a compelling Microsoft Fabric ROI business case with quantified returns ($9.79M), productivity gains (50%), and win leadership buy-in.