ABOUT OUR EVENT
The need to support multiple device formats and deliver business applications regardless of device and location has become more important as the shift to flexible workstyles was accelerated through the pandemic. The need to secure both Windows and non-Windows devices became a priority and being able to extend Windows to new use cases with Windows Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 quickly caught on.
Starting with security we will look into new security advances with Defender for Endpoint on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and Linux devices. Next, we re-examine the world of desktop virtualization and how it is playing a role in moving Windows workspaces to the cloud while delivering to almost any device. Also exploring Windows 365 and what makes it a distinct offering worth examining based on user workstyles.
ABOUT OUR PRESENTER
Kevin Kaminski
Kevin Kaminski is an authority in Microsoft enterprise solutions with over 25 years of experience that ranges from device management to data center architecture. In that time, Kevin has provided leadership, technical expertise, and training to organizations large and small, which has contributed to his passion for delivering solutions-based approaches to modern IT challenges.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kkaminsk
Twitter: @kkaminsk
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EVENT DETAILS
To encourage members and guests to register for this event, we’re offering an Early-Bird Registration Incentive Door Prize Draw.
The Door Prize Draw is for a $50 VISA Gift Card, donated by True North Group.
To qualify for this Early-Bird Registration Incentive, you must register via Eventbrite by 5:00 pm MT on Friday July 15 2022 and be in attendance for the duration of the event.
Registration links for the virtual event will only be sent to those registered. Event Registration closes 5 pm MT Monday, July 18th.
Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Times: All times shown are Mountain Time
6:15 PM – 6:25 PM Sign in – Tailgate Party
6:25 PM – 6:30 PM CIC Sponsor Slides
6:30 PM – 6:35 PM CIC Team Slides
6:35 PM – 7:50 PM Main Presentation (including Q&As)
7:50 PM – 7:55 PM Closing Remarks – Early-Bird Draw – Evaluation Forms
Place: This is an online/virtual event (MS Teams link will be provided to registered attendees on the event date)
Cost: Current CIC Members: FREE; Guests & Future CIC Members: $20.00
ABOUT OUR SPONSORS
Platinum Sponsor
Microsoft Canada
Established in 1985, Microsoft Canada Inc. is the Canadian subsidiary of Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq “MSFT”), the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
Recognized as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work, Microsoft Canada Inc. provides nationwide sales, marketing, consulting and local support services. Headquartered in Mississauga, Microsoft Canada has nine regional offices across the country dedicated to empowering people through great software. Microsoft Canada is a creative workplace which attracts the best and brightest talent in the IT industry who bring an ever evolving vision of the future to reality.
Microsoft software helps businesses and consumers to reach their full potential, however they define it. Woven throughout daily life, whether it be work or play, Microsoft technologies flourish when they get into the hands of millions of Canadian partners and customers enabling innovation often in new ways.
Microsoft Canada is equally passionate about committing to Canadian communities. Since its inception, Microsoft Canada has had a corporate giving philosophy that goes beyond financial donations to champion inventive forms of philanthropy. For more information on how Microsoft Canada has joined forces with organizations across Canada to make a difference and invest in local communities visit microsoft.ca/citizenship.
As a registered not-for-profit association, CIC has met the qualification requirements for discounted and donated Microsoft software distributed through TechSoup Canada. Microsoft has donated 10 Office 365 Business Premium subscriptions plus 25 Office 365 E1 subscriptions for CIC’s internal use. This software is used by CIC for operational and administrative purposes.
Silver Sponsors
iTech Calgary Conference 2022
iTech is Canada’s leading portfolio of IT technology conferences and exhibitions focusing on Infrastructure, Cloud, Security, Data Centre, Virtualization & Mobility.
At iTech you will have the opportunity to; discover new cutting edge products & services, network & meet new people in the industry, stay up-to-date on the latest technology trends, see technology in action through live demonstrations, attend conference seminar sessions, research information to enhance your IT strategy, enjoy this Local event right in your backyard!
CIC Members are eligible to receive free VIP conference registrations valued at $99.
True North Group Inc
True North Group Inc. provides Canadian integrated cloud, managed IT and security services as well as professional IT consulting services to small and mid-market enterprises.
True North Group provides door prizes at many events as well as contributions toward CIC’s operational funding.
IBM Canada
In 2017, IBM was 100 years old in Canada. This century has been driven by innovation that matters to our clients, our people, our country and the world. We are proud to be part of a company that has dedicated a century to finding solutions to contemporary challenges with a vision of the future. Innovation, transformation, and pioneering have always been part of our culture. This second century of IBM will continue to change the world.
IBM provides CIC with free meeting space for our monthly in-person events.
Datto
At Datto, we believe there is no limit to what small and medium businesses can achieve with the right technology.
As the world’s leading provider of cloud-based software and security solutions purpose-built for delivery by managed service providers (MSPs), Datto’s proven Unified Continuity, Networking, and Business Management solutions drive cyber resilience, efficiency, and growth for MSPs. Delivered via an integrated platform, Datto’s solutions help its global ecosystem of MSP partners serve over one million businesses around the world. From proactive dynamic detection and prevention to fast, flexible recovery from cyber incidents, Datto’s solutions defend against costly downtime and data loss in servers, virtual machines, cloud applications, or anywhere data resides. Datto has won awards for its rapid growth, product excellence, superior technical support, and for fostering an outstanding workplace.
TruNorth Advisors
Our role is to enable your business to realize the true potential of your people, process, and technology and when gaps are found to activate a plan with and for you.
Working with your team and you, we will define and communicate clear goals, establish areas that need improvement, and then plan out the path towards better And better is something that is able to be measured not just an imaginary future state.
