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AI | Cloud | Cybersecurity

Oxnard, CA
09/30 - 10/1

10+ PARTNERS ATTENDING

 
Revitalize

DISCOVER USABLE INSIGHTS & STRATEGY

  • Keynote presentations with cutting-edge technology and industry leaders, designed for meaningful & actionable strategy for your organization.
  • Real-time cybersecurity and hacking demonstration powered by the Cyber Range
  • Solution-Focused Breakout Sessions Tailored to Your IT Challenges
  • Executive Panel Discussions with Industry Leaders
  • Strategic Networking with Enterprise IT Decision-Makers
  • Presentations featuring speakers from Microsoft, Google Cloud, Arctic Wolf, Barracuda, and more
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Recuperate

ALL WORK AND NO PLAY MAKES FOR A BORING DAY

  • Beachside Dinner on the California Coastline
  • Two-night stay at the world-renown Zachari Dunes resort
  • Premium event space, hand-picked for creative & inspirational impact.
  • Happy Hour to conclude the conference, offering a laid-back social networking event.
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Register Your Interest

CLAIM YOUR ACCESS TO CA DISCOVER 2026!

Datalink Day 2- 214

"Datalink's client conference provided valuable insights into emerging technologies and best practices. The sessions and discussions helped us better understand how to refine our company solutions and strengthen our security posture, reinforcing Datalink's role as a knowledgeable and forward-thinking partner."

Alberto RodriguezDirector of Infrastructure Services

“Discover IT was not your typical conference; from beginning to end, it provided a concentrated and significant experience. Against outstanding dinners and breathtaking locations, the Datalink team brought individuals together for genuine cooperation, careful preparation, and thought-provoking discussions. I acquired great insights into security and how to effectively safeguard my organization from emerging threats. Our IT roadmap had specific, doable next steps when we departed.”

Jose NiadaIT Administrator
50+ ENTERPRISE ATTENDEES
10+ INDUSTRY PARTNERS
15+ EXPERT SESSIONS
2 DAYS OF INNOVATION

HIGHLIGHTS FROM DATALINK DISCOVER

MEET OUR SPEAKERS

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Jennifer Cohen Director of Cyber & Governance, HUB California Cyber Practice Leader

Jennifer Cohen is the Director of Cyber & Governance and Cyber Practice Leader for HUB California. She brings over 30 years of expertise in the insurance industry and strategic development. Before joining HUB, she served as Chief of Staff to the North Carolina Treasurer, practiced law in California & North Carolina & ran three municipal insurance pools and all strategic partnerships for the North Carolina League of Municipalities. 

Jennifer Cohen Director of Cyber & Governance, HUB California Cyber Practice Leader
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John Hirai Senior Solution Architect, Barracuda, Western Region
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Nick Mason Sales Engineer, Arctic Wolf

Nick Mason works with organizations across many industries to help them understand their security risk, evaluate their current programs, and make risk-informed decisions about building a security program. His background includes cybersecurity consulting, enterprise technology implementations, and identity and access management work with Fortune 100 organizations. Nick works with IT and security leaders to cut through the noise of today's threat landscape and focus on what actually matters.

Nick Mason Sales Engineer, Arctic Wolf
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Mike Spadolini Cloud Solutions Architect, Microsoft Cloud

Mike Spadolini is a Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect with over 8 years of experience helping organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture using Microsoft Security solutions. His expertise includes Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Security Copilot, where he works with customers to design, implement, and optimize modern security operations, threat detection, incident response, and AI-powered security workflows across hybrid and cloud environments.

Mike Spadolini Cloud Solutions Architect, Microsoft Cloud
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Richard Cordan Cyber Range Master

Richard Cordan is the Cyber Range Master at TD SYNNEX, where he helps vendors, partners, and customers strengthen cybersecurity through live demonstrations of real-world attacks and the defenses that stop them. A 20-year TD SYNNEX veteran, he previously built integration offerings in the Global Solutions Center, spent a decade as a Field Architect enabling partner go-to-market, and led the Field Architect team for a major vendor line. He holds multiple technical certifications, including a Cisco CCIE. Richard also shares practical networking, IT, and cybersecurity insights with a broader audience as creator of the YouTube channel RichTechGuy.

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Kodi Oshiro Datalink Networks SOC Manager

Kodi Oshiro leads our managed security operations, focused on 24x7 monitoring, proactive threat detection, rapid incident response, and security posture improvement. He delivers SOC-as-a-Service solutions, security automation, compliance support, and customer-focused cybersecurity outcomes. 

Kodi Oshiro Datalink Networks SOC Manager
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Luke Waltz Datalink Networks Security Operations Center Analyst

Luke Waltz is a SOC Analyst at Datalink Networks, supporting managed security operations through threat monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and Microsoft security technologies. He helps deliver 24x7 SOC services, security automation, SIEM/Sentinel solutions, and proactive cybersecurity programs that strengthen client security posture.

Luke Waltz Datalink Networks Security Operations Center Analyst
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Amr Salah Datalink Networks Director of Engineering

Amr Salah is Director of Engineering at Datalink Networks, where he leads engineering strategy, solution architecture, and technical delivery across cloud, infrastructure, and Microsoft technologies. He works closely with clients and internal teams to modernize environments, guide technology adoption, and deliver scalable business outcomes.

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Selina Thomas 6 Degrees HR Consulting CEO - Founder

Selina is a seasoned professional with 15+ years of Human Resource experience. She is a proven compliance and safety specialist with an emphasis in human resources infrastructure and business development.
PHR certified since 2008, Selina has provided exceptional attention to detail in the implementation of HR systems and employee development. She has extensive experience and success in managing critical projects as well as EDD and Labor Board Matters on behalf of her clients.

Selina Thomas 6 Degrees HR Consulting CEO - Founder
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Dr. Roméo Farinacci Principal Consultant - Core Insights inc

Roméo is a cybersecurity executive with 20 years of experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), specializing in cyber intelligence, audit, and regulatory frameworks across public, private, and government sectors. His expertise spans incident response, disaster recovery, and compliance with standards like NIST, HIPAA, PCI, and more. 

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EVENT ITINERARY

8:00AM - 8:30AM
Check-In and Breakfast

Attendees MUST be checked in with a badge to be permitted entry to the conference floor

8:30AM - 8:45AM
Opening Remarks

Don Wisdom / President of Datalink Networks

8:45AM - 9:15AM
Presented by Microsoft
Main Keynote Presentation I

From AI Hype to Operational Impact: Practical Copilot, Agent, and Automation Use Cases for IT Leaders

9:15AM - 9:35AM
Breakout Session 1
2026 Threat Landscape: Attack Trends, AI, and How to Stay Ahead | Arctic Wolf
 
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Practical Applications of Copilot in Enterprise: Use-case, Understanding Tokenization, and What the Future of Microsoft Copilot Cowork Looks Like | Presenter TBA
9:35AM - 10:00AM
Networking Session | Break
10:00AM - 10:45AM
Presented by Richard Cordan, TD SYNNEX
Main Keynote Presentation II

Cybersecurity Reality Check: Threats, the Cyber Range, and a Live Hacking Demo

Cyber threats are moving faster than most organizations can brief their teams. In this session, Richard Cordan, Cyber Range Master at TD SYNNEX, outlines the current state of cybersecurity, explains how the TD SYNNEX Cyber Range helps everyone to build practical defense skills, and shares how audiences can engage with the range.

He closes with a live hacking demonstration showing how simple the attack path can look from the adversary’s side as they steal credentials and deliver malware, and why hands-on awareness still matters.

10:45AM-11:05AM
Breakout Session II
Guardians of Visibility: Unmasking Shadow AI in Your Environment
 
Gain visibility into employee AI use, risks from unsanctioned tools, sensitive-data exposure, and using AI to identify and block AI-related risk.

Presented by John Hirai, Barracuda
 
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Outpacing the Adversary: Modern Cyber Defense with Microsoft Security
 
The session explores real-world attack scenarios and demonstrates how Microsoft's security solutions help organizations reduce risk through identity protection, threat prevention, continuous monitoring, advanced threat detection, automated response, and AI-powered security operations.
 
Presented by Mike Spadolini, Microsoft Cloud
11:05AM - 11:25AM
Networking Session | Break
11:25AM-11:45PM
Breakout Session III

Audit-Ready IT: Turning Compliance into a Business Advantage Status

Presented by Dr Romeo Farinacci, Core Insights

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Modern Cloud Strategy: Security, Cost Control, and Hybrid Infrastructure Status

Presenter TBA

11:45AM - 12:15PM
Presenter TBA
Main Keynote Presentation III
Defending the Modern Business: AI, XDR, Identity, and 24x7 Security Operations
12:15PM - 1:00PM
Lunch
1:05PM-1:20PM
Breakout Session IV

Would Your Cyber Insurance Pay Today?

Exploring the Security, Compliance, and Risk Management Strategies Every Organization Needs Before the Next Incident.

Presented by: Jennifer M. Cohen, J.D., HUB International Insurance Services

1:20PM - 1:50PM
Presenter TBA
Main Keynote Presentation IV
The Future Workplace: Secure Collaboration, AI-Ready Devices, and Modern Infrastructure
1:50PM - 2:15PM
Networking Session | Break
2:15PM-2:35PM
Breakout Session V

AI Compliance in the Workplace: Building Policies, Training, and Governance for 2027

Learn how organizations can establish AI policies, manage workplace risk, and prepare employees for responsible AI adoption.

Presented by Selina Thomas, 6Degrees Consulting

2:35PM - 3:15PM
Happy Hour & Vendor Networking
3:15PM - 4:00PM
DLN, Industry Experts, & Thought Leadership Panel
The 2027 IT Roadmap: AI Opportunity, Cyber Risk, Compliance, and Modernization
4:00PM - 6:30PM
Break | One-to-One Conversations
6:30PM-8:30PM
Farewell Dinner – Mandalay Beachside
Enjoy fine cuisine with the Datalink Networks team & partners while enjoying the breathtaking sunset right on the beachside!
7:30PM-9:30PM
Welcome Dinner

Enjoy fine cuisine with the Datalink Networks team & partners!

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Datalink Networks Earns Award on Informa's 2026

MSP 501 List, CRN Fast Growth 150

Channel Partners & Informa spotlight the industry's highest-performing managed service providers for business excellence and sustainable growth.

 

MEET OUR SPEAKERS

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TJ Turner Solutions Architect, Cloud Engineering - TD SYNNEX
TJ is a Solutions Architect for TD Synnex, where he’s spent the last 25+ years wrangling servers, solving tech mysteries, and dodging jargon like it’s his side hustle. His career spans verticals from Finance and Education to SaaS, Retail, and now Distribution—basically, if it plugs in or logs on, TJ’s probably architected it.
When he’s not guiding partners on their journey to the cloud, TJ can be found on the golf course, battling his kids in pickleball (they’re ruthless), or cooking up something delicious while sipping a cocktail that may or may not have been earned.
TJ Turner Solutions Architect, Cloud Engineering - TD SYNNEX
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Ryan Tye Business Development Representative IV - Microsoft Azure - TD SYNNEX

 Ryan has spent six years as a Business Development Account Manager on TD SYNNEX's Microsoft Azure team. He supports top Azure partners across the central and western U.S., serving as their primary pre-sales contact and helping drive new Microsoft initiatives. His focus areas include Azure cost savings and navigating Microsoft’s evolving billing models. 

Ryan Tye Business Development Representative IV - Microsoft Azure - TD SYNNEX
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Dr. Roméo Farinacci Principal Consultant - Core Insights inc

 Roméo is a cybersecurity executive with 20 years of experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), specializing in cyber intelligence, audit, and regulatory frameworks across public, private, and government sectors. His expertise spans incident response, disaster recovery, and compliance with standards like NIST, HIPAA, PCI, and more. 

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ANDREW BRATHWAITE Microsoft A/I Specialist - TD SYNNEX

 His area of focus is Microsoft’s Modern Work cloud solutions and services which includes, the cutting-edge M365 Copilot, an AI-powered digital assistant. Andrew collaborates with Microsoft cloud resellers and their end customers with training and helping to enhance user readiness. Andrew brings a wealth of sales know-how to the tech industry as well as the SMB market. 

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Justin Arcand Microsoft Device Partner Master Trainer

With 13 years of experience at Microsoft, Justin specializes in modern workplace solutions, AI-powered productivity, and commercial device strategy, helping partners and customers translate emerging technologies into practical business outcomes.

With deep expertise spanning Windows devices, Copilot experiences, and next-generation PC innovation, Justin has led training sessions, live demos, and strategic partner events across North America.

 

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Mike Pinto Senior Systems Engineer - Arctic Wolf

With 36 years of IT experience, he started his career in the US Air Force in 1990 in the Intelligence IT Field, then in Combat Communications. He then moved on to be an Infrastructure Engineer for the Air Force as a civilian before taking an IT Leadership role for the largest privately held bank in the US. He has spent the last two years as the Systems Engineer for Arctic Wolf Network specializing in Agentic SOC Operations with an emphasis on AI modeled Endpoint Protection. Mike is a 15 time Ironman finisher as well as an avid outdoorsman.

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SELBY PHILIPOSE CYBERSECURITY SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT- BARRACUDA Selby has 2 decades of experience in Information Technology. Selby’s primary areas of technology include network and application security, email security, and end user security awareness. Selby focuses on developing solutions to meet the security challenges of today’s complex information technology environment. 2 decades of experience in Information Technology. Selby’s primary areas of technology include network and application security, email security, and end user security awareness. Selby focuses on developing solutions to meet the security challenges of today’s complex information technology environment 
SELBY PHILIPOSE CYBERSECURITY SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT- BARRACUDA
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SELINA THOMAS 6 Degrees HR Consulting CEO - Founder
Selina is a seasoned professional with 15+ years of Human Resource experience. She is a proven compliance and safety specialist with an emphasis in human resources infrastructure and business development.
PHR certified since 2008, Selina has provided exceptional attention to detail in the implementation of HR systems and employee development. She has extensive experience and success in managing critical projects as well as EDD and Labor Board Matters on behalf of her clients.  

 

SELINA THOMAS 6 Degrees HR Consulting CEO - Founder
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Justice Silva Business Development Manager / Data Analyst
Justice Silva Business Development Manager / Data Analyst
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Kodi Oshiro SOC Analyst I 
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Luke Waltz SOC Analyst
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WHERE YOU'LL STAY

ZACHARI DUNES ON MANDALAY BEACH

We are covering attendee accommodations at Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach | Curio Collection by Hilton. Your 2-night stay is included as part of the Discover Oxnard event experience.

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FAQs

What exactly does "all expenses covered" include? Datalink Networks will cover your hotel accommodations (2 nights), all scheduled meals and dining experiences, local transportation during the conference, conference materials, and networking events.
How are attendees selected for this invite-only event? The typical applicant holds a current IT leadership role, emphasizes strategic decision-making, with alignment on conference outcome goals, and is part of an organization with 300+ employees. In support of meaningful conversations and networking opportunities, we aim for a diverse mix of industries and experience levels amongst the up-to-100 accepted attendees.
Who should attend?

Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), VP of IT, IT Director, Director of Infrastructure, Infrastructure Manager, IT Manager

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