Technology Leadership Summit 2024
Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 - Wednesday, September 25th, 2024
Château Élan
100 Rue Charlemagne Dr
Braselton, GA 30517
SPEAKERS
Anthony Ceretti
Google Sales Manager - Digital Experience Team
Anthony Ceretti has over 14 years of experience selling enterprise solutions, managing partner relationships, and now managing our CDW's Google practice within CDW's ITS organization.
Rex Washburn
Head of Modern Data Platforms, CDW
Rex Washburn is a leader in the data and technology space with over 25 years of diverse industry experience. As a leader in data-driven solutions, Rex couples deep technical acumen with a strategic mindset to deliver tailored solutions that drive business growth and innovation.
From staying ahead of emerging trends to implementing data strategies beyond the hype cycle, Rex serves as a guiding force for enterprises navigating the ever-evolving landscape of data and technology. His pragmatic approach ensures businesses are not just data-rich but insight-driven, making him an invaluable asset in today’s complex digital ecosystem.
Greg Peters
SAMA Founder
US, Canada & UK Markets
A three-time IBM Champion for Automation and a distinguished technologist, Greg's footprint in the world of technology is both vast and impactful.
His expertise spans across a spectrum of innovations, from foundational theories to the cutting-edge developments in Application Modernization.
Greg's engagements have seen him transform sectors, consulting for industry behemoths within the Fortune 10, as well as pivotal government entities.
Jason Clishe
Principal Solution Architect
Jason is a Google Cloud Platform solutions architect with over 30 years of experience in the IT industry. With a background in delivery consulting, partner enablement, management, and sales engineering, he brings expertise in on-premises solutions, cloud technologies, and generative AI.
Jason has presented at industry conferences and major events like Microsoft Ignite and numerous roadshows on topics spanning Windows, Office 365, Azure, Google Cloud, Infrastructure as Code, and Generative AI. An active community member, he supports technology initiatives throughout southwestern Ohio. As a GCP FSA, Jason leads the design of innovative generative AI solutions on GCP Vertex AI.
Miranda Adams
Productivity Ecosystem Specialist
Miranda graduated from Elon University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Health and Human Service Studies.
She started her career as a CDW Account Manager in August of 2018. During her three years as an Account Manager, Miranda developed an interest in Microsoft cloud solutions. In 2021, she moved to a Software Solution Advisor role to further her understanding of CDW’s Microsoft practice. Miranda joined the Integrated Technology Solutions Small Business group as a Productivity Ecosystem Specialist in February of 2023.
Her current focus is working alongside customers in their adoption and management of Microsoft productivity solutions.
Joe Quinonez
Software Solution Executive
Seasoned executive with more than several years of experience developing and managing global IT Infrastructure programs that support business objectives. Specialize in leading teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet organizational, functional and departmental goals and help organizations achieve their bottom line success through effective strategic planning.
Successful track record of delivering results for high growth start-up companies through mergers and acquisitions and building successful enterprise infrastructure teams. Expertise in creating roadmaps and implementing best practices to drive operational efficiency while maximizing revenues
John Candillo
CDW Security Field CISO
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. At the core of his thought leadership is a passion for helping protect the world from cyber threats by enabling the private sector to build robust, business-aligned
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Mitch Dowhower
CDW CX Principal Solutions Architect
Senior Field Solution Architect with 15+ years of experience in Google Workspace. Proven ability to design, implement, and manage Google Workspace solutions for businesses of all sizes. Expertise in cloud migration, data security, and compliance. Strong communicator and collaborator.
Mitch's resume includes the founding of the GSFE (GAFE) Admins community, served as a featured conference speaker, led multiple workshops at EdTech conferences across the globe, and is currently serving as a Senior Field Solution Architect within the CDW Google Workspace team.
Ken Drazin
Head of CX - Digital Experience, CDW
Ken Drazin is the head of customer experience at CDW with over 20 years of expertise in driving strategy and implementation across a diverse set of customer experiences and collaboration solutions. As a seasoned professional services leader, Ken is passionate about advancing technology, services, and customer growth. Prior to this role he led the CDW Collaboration Practice as senior professional services manager.
Agenda
(Subject to change)
Tuesday, September 24th, 2024
Dress code: Smart Casual or Golf Attire)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
SB South Regional Summit's Arrivals
Drop Your Luggage at Chateau Hotel
Welcome Lunch
Review of Agenda, CDW Business Update
Jeff Simon and Norm Lillis
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
3:00 PM
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Golfer Warm-Up/Spa Guests Can Depart
Golf Tee Times (8 Foursomes)/Spa Day
Hotel Check-in Time
Dinner & Social Reception
Evening Reception / Nightcap
Wednesday, September 25th, 2024
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast & Networking: Room TBD
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Welcome (Agenda & Customer Trends)
Speakers: Norm Lillis or Jeff Simon
8:45 AM - 9:25AM
Data Foundations & Modernization
Speaker: Rex Washburn
9:25 AM - 10:00AM
Unlocking Potential: Exploring Generative AI Applications & Strategies
Speakers: Jason Clishe
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Driving Public Cloud Efficiency with CDW's Inscape Platform
Speaker: Miranda Adams
10:15AM - 11:00AM
The Future of Work: Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini
Speaker: Anthony Ceretti, Mitch Downhower & Joseph Quinonez
11:00AM - 11:30 AM
Driving the Customer Experience with AI
Contact Center Solutions
Spearker: Ken Drazin
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Networking Lunch
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Cyber Insurance & Top Security Trends for CISOs
Speaker: John Candillo
1:15 PM - 2:10 PM
Cloud, Application Modernization and how CDW can help with the SAMA (Strategic Application Modernization Assessment) Tool
Speaker: Greg Peters
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM
Event Close and Giveaways
Speakers: Norm Lillis or Jeff Simon
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