ABOUT OUR EVENT
Join us for an insightful session on ” Upgrading to Windows 11: A Proactive Roadmap for a Smooth Transition”, where we discuss the strategic integration of modern endpoint management tools. In this presentation we’ll cover:
- Intune: Discover how to manage and secure your devices effectively throughout the upgrade process
- Windows Update for Business: Learn strategies for automating updates, reducing downtime, and ensuring your systems remain current
- Endpoint Analytics: Explore how data-driven insights can help optimize performance and preemptively troubleshoot issues
Whether planning a Windows 11 rollout or looking to enhance your IT operations, this session will provide actionable steps and best practices to ensure a seamless transition and a robust endpoint environment. Join us to empower your IT team with the tools and knowledge for a future-ready infrastructure.
ABOUT OUR PRESENTER
Kevin Kaminski
Kevin Kaminski – a seasoned exper in Microsoft enterprise solutions with over 25 years of experience in device management and data center design. Known for his innovative, solutions-based approach, Kevin has worked with top Canadian organzations and earned recognitions as a Microsoft MVP for both Windows & Devices for IT and for 15 years in Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V).
Starting as a Systems Management Server administrator in the late nineties, he has consistently embraced emerging technologies like Intune. An engaging speaker at events such as TechMentor, Briforum, and the Microsoft Management Summit, he turns complex IT topics into accessible, humorous narratives. Kevin also consults on major projects, including transitioning a major retailer to BYOD and implementing enterprise mobility strategies, while actively building community as a co-founder of the Canadian Workplace Ninjas.
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 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 Saturday, February 15, 2025, 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 5:00 pm MT on Monday, February 17, 2025.
Please register here with Eventbrite (click this link).
| Date: | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 |
| Times: | All times shown are Mountain Time. 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (5:45 pm welcoming – Event start at 6:30 pm) |
| Place: | 110 9 Ave SW Calgary AB T2P 0T1 (7th Floor #710) or Online via Microsoft Teams |
| Cost: | Current CIC Members: FREE; Guests: $20 + fees (see eventbrite) |
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.
Gold Sponsor
iTech Calgary Conference
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 $175.
Silver Sponsor
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.