Future-Ready IT: Security, AI, and Cloud Strategies for 2026

Ready to secure, modernize, and future-proof your IT strategy?

 

Join eGroup Enabling Technologies for an exclusive, full-day event exploring the dynamic convergence of security, data, AI, and cloud, along with what IT leaders can do today to prepare for 2026 and beyond.

 

Hear from industry experts and Microsoft leaders as we dive into practical strategies, real case studies, and live demos designed to keep your organization moving forward.

 

WHEN: Wednesday, November 19th | 9AM-4:30PM EST

WHERE: Microsoft Atlantic Yards

200 17th Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30363

 

Agenda:

 

9:00 AM – 9:45 AM | Breakfast & Networking
Beat (or wait out) the traffic and connect with peers before sessions begin.

 

9:45 AM – 10:00 AM | eGroup Enabling Technologies Overview & Speaker Introductions
Meet the eGroup team and our lineup of speakers shaping the future of IT security and innovation.

 

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM | Mind of the CISO
Featuring Mikhail Falkovich, Microsoft Customer Security Officer and former CISO of Consolidated Edison NYC
Get an inside look at the mindset of today’s security leaders. Mikhail will share insights from the frontlines of cybersecurity, discussing how organizations can adapt to evolving threats and regulations.

 

10:45 AM – 11:30 AM | Zero Trust Maturity Modeling with eGroup
In a cloud-first world, identity is the new perimeter. Learn how evolving Zero Trust models and Microsoft security tools can strengthen your organization’s defenses and simplify compliance.

 

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM | Microsoft 365 Defender XDR / Security Copilot Demo
Featuring Michael Smith, Microsoft Solution Engineer, Modern SOC
See how AI-driven defense tools are reshaping security operations. Watch a live demo of Microsoft 365 Defender XDR and Security Copilot in action.

 

12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch

 

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | AI Readiness and Copilot Agents with eGroup
Is your organization ready for AI? Learn how to protect your data, plan your AI adoption roadmap, and build Copilot Agents that boost productivity. This session includes a live, step-by-step demonstration of how to prompt, build, and automate Agents effectively.

 

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Azure Fundamentals – Building a Successful Azure Cloud with eGroup
Discover the frameworks and best practices to build a secure, cost-efficient, and scalable Azure environment. Learn how to architect for predictability, security, and growth.

 

3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Onsite Happy Hour
Wrap up the day with drinks, networking, and continued conversations.

 

Register Now to save your seat for a day of innovation, insight, and inspiration!