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Event Overview

Join us at the Technology Leadership Conference in New York, NY, to fast-track your digital transformation journey and stay ahead of industry trends. Learn from CDW's thought leaders about harnessing AI, managing supply chain demands, bolstering cybersecurity, and more. Network with fellow technology leaders and gain valuable insights to drive business outcomes.
 

We recognize the value of balance and relaxation, so we are delighted to offer attendees the opportunity to unwind with one of New York City's most popular attractions: the Top of the Rock experience at Rockefeller Center. This event perfectly combines professional development with personal enjoyment.
 

Don't miss out on this unique event where you can learn, network, and relax. Secure your spot at the Technology Leadership Summit today and take the next step in leading your organization to success.

Join us for a dynamic two-day interactive event featuring insights from three distinguished industry leaders:​​​

  • Jonathan LaCour | Chief Technology Officer

  • John Candillo | Field CISO

  • Roger Haney | Chief Architect

CDW has arranged accommodations, airline tickets, and designated meals & activities connected with the events specified in your daily itinerary.

Limited space is available for this event.

Please RSVP no later than October 5th, 2025.

Speakers

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Jonathan LaCour

Chief Technology Officer

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Jonathan has been a technologist from a young age, teaching himself to program at the age of 14.

 

He started his professional career in Enterprise Healthcare in 1997, working while studying at Georgia Tech, where Jonathan earned a BS in Computer Science.

 

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Roger Haney

Chief Architect

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Roger Haney is a seasoned technologist and leader with extensive experience in the technology industry.

 

Currently serving as the Chief Architect for Platform Engineering and Hybrid Cloud at CDW, Roger has been instrumental in developing people, products, skills, and sales for the Software Defined Infrastructure and Platform Engineering teams since April 2019.

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John Candillo

Field CISO

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John Candillo is an accomplished cybersecurity expert with more than 20 years in security. John specializes in providing executive guidance around risk, governance, compliance, and IT security strategies. He has designed several processes and assessments developed to help organizations align security initiatives and quantify risk in a way that translates cybersecurity into the language of business.

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Agenda

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Tuesday, October 28th, 2025

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Arrivals

4:00 PM

Check-In: Lotte Palace

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Top of the Rock Experience at Rockefeller Center

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Welcome Reception & Dinner

Fasanos Restaurant

Wednesday, October 29th, 2025

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Lotte Palace Check-Out

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Breakfast at the Library in Lotte Palace

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Welcome - Drawing Room 

Will Stephens & Lindsey Haan

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

From Infrastructure Projects to Infrastructure Products: Accelerating Innovation with Platform Engineering

Presenter: Roger Haney

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Cloud and AI Transformation

Presenter: Jonathan LaCour

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Break

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Security Trends Plus How to Ensure Your Cyber Insurance

Presenter: John Candillo

11:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Inscape

Presenter: Miranda Adams

12:00 PM   - 1:00 PM

Lunch, Presentations Wrap Up & Raffle Prizes

Accomodations

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Lotte New York Palace

 

Lotte New York Palace, nestled in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, is a premier luxury hotel that effortlessly combines historic elegance with modern sophistication. Set within the iconic Villard Mansion and a sleek high-rise tower, it offers an unparalleled experience of grandeur and world-class service.

To RSVP, please scroll to the bottom of the page to complete your registration.

Group Activity

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View New York City - 360°

Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

 

Rockefeller Center - Top of the Rock

30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112

0.1 Miles from Lotte Palace -3 Minute Walk​

Take in 360-degree views of New York City. Top of the Rock’s three levels of indoor and outdoor observation decks deliver spectacular, unobstructed views of the city skyline.

 

With terraces facing east, west, north, and south, Top of the Rock’s panoramic sights make it the ultimate observation deck in NYC. At the pinnacle of 30 Rockefeller Plaza’s 70 floors, it’s one of the top things to do in New York City.

The Top of the Rock experience has been reimagined with new additions to the observation decks to include Skylift and The Beam Experience. These two new aerial attractions will send visitors soaring for rare, pulse-pounding perspectives of the iconic 360-degree skyline views.

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Please indicate if you are interested in joining NYC 360 Tour group while completing the registration form.

Welcome Reception

Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Fasanos Restaurant

60 East 49th Street, New York, NY 10017

0.1 Miles from Rockefeller Center - 3 Minute Walk

0.1 Mile to Lotte Palace - 3 Minute Walk

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Fasano brings to New York a distinguished culinary tradition, shaped by over a century of excellence in hospitality across Brazil and Uruguay.  

 

Under the direction of fourth-generation restaurateur Gero Fasano, with execution by Chef Nicola Fedeli, the restaurant honors the Fasano family's heritage in Northern Italian cuisine.

 

A timeless experience of service, style and fine dining in the heart of Midtown, Manhattan.

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Contact Information

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Your CDW Event Contact

 

Tina Gramly

Event Program Manager - CDW

Cell: 224-829-4571

Email: tinagra@cdw.com

Travel Questions...Please contact:

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Sandy Carosielli at 847-337-2444, email: Sandy@eventsbym.com

Sydney Peterson at 507-382-8856, email: Sydney@eventsbym.com

Registration​​

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