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ASPIRE
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TO LEAD

The cybersecurity & AI 
conference for SMB leaders.

One day, 24 sessions, 
200+ SMB leaders.

October 21, 2026.
 
Microsoft Conference Center, NYC.
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LIVE IN
NEW YORK CITY

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OCTOBER 21, 2026
MICROSOFT NYC

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ADMISSION:
FREE

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TYPE OF EVENT:
ON-SITE

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WHERE
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ASPIRE 2026 is eMazzanti's annual learning conference for SMB owners and operations leaders.

In one day, you'll leave with a step-by-step cybersecurity plan, real ways to use AI, a roadmap to reduce IT costs, and insights from the people solving these challenges right now.
MEET THE
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SCOTT BEALE
ISC2
CEO

☑️ CEO, ISC2
☑️ 25+ years in workforce development
☑️ Former Assoc. Director, U.S. Peace  Corps
☑️ Led 2,500 staff across 64 countries
☑️ Founder & CEO, Atlas Corps · Top 50 Nonprofit CEOs (2×)
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Join Scott Beale, CEO of ISC2, and learn about emerging threats and how to prepare your organization for an increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape.
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Built for:
  • Business Owners
  • CEOs
  • Presidents
  • IT Directors
  • CIOs
  • CTOs
  • Operations Leaders

WHY  ATTEND

01.
Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats

Learn what's coming and how to protect your business before it's too late.
02.
Smarter Tech Investments

Stop overspending on tools that don't deliver. Get clarity on what actually moves the needle.
03.
AI That Actually Ships

Real use cases from companies your size, solving problems like yours.
04.
Peer-Level Network

Build relationships with 200+ SMB leaders who understand exactly what you're dealing with.

CLAIM 
YOUR SEAT

One day. 24 sessions. 200+ SMB leaders.
  
Admission is complimentary for approved SMB executives but 
seating is limited.
GENERAL ADMISSION
Core Event Access

FREE

• Full Day Access
• All 24 Expert Sessions
• Keynote & Closing Panel
• Conference Materials
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YOUR DAY
    YOUR TRACKS
Four tracks run simultaneously across the day: 
24 sessions in total. 

You're not locked into one lane: hop between tracks session-by-session and build the agenda that fits what your business actually needs.
FOUR PARALLEL TRACKS! PICK ANY SESSION, ANY ORDER
Drive
Revenue


AI integration, customer success strategies, and growth optimization.

Key Focus: AI Integration & Customer Success


☑️ AI Integration
☑️ Customer Success
☑️ E365 Implementation


6 Expert Sessions
Track Overview
Increase Productivity


Workflow automation and operational efficiency solutions

Key Focus: Task Automation & Remote Workflows

☑️ Task Automation
☑️ Remove Workflows
☑️ Team Efficiency


6 Expert Sessions
Track Overview
Reduce Expenses


Cost optimization through modern cloud platforms and AI tools.

Key Focus: Cloud Migration & AI Cost Reduction

☑️ Cloud Migration
☑️ AI Cost Reduction
☑️ Compliance Optimization

6 Expert Sessions
Track Overview
Enhance Cybersecurity


Advanced threat protection and data security strategies.

Key Focus: Ransomware Prevention & Data Protection

☑️ Ransomware Prevention
☑️ Data Protection
☑️ E365 Implementation


6 Expert Sessions
Track Overview

POWERED BY

eMazzanti Technologies and its partners. 
  • Microsoft 4× Partner of the Year.
  • WatchGuard 5× Partner of the Year. 
  • Inc. Fastest-Growth 2025.
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GOT QUESTIONS

What's included in the event?

Full access to all 24 expert-led sessions, the opening fireside keynote, lunch, the closing panel, and the evening networking reception.

Is there a registration fee?

No. Admission is complimentary for approved SMB leaders, owners, CTOs, CISOs and IT directors.

Will sessions be recorded?

Main-stage keynotes and the closing panel are recorded. Recordings are shared with registered attendees post-event.
Is food provided?
Yes - breakfast and lunch are both included.
Where is the venue located?
Microsoft Conference Center, 11 Times Square (6th Floor), New York, NY 10036.

Drive Revenue

6 Expert Sessions

Track Overview

Discover innovative strategies to accelerate business growth through cutting-edge technology and customer-centric approaches. Learn how AI can transform your sales processes, how to build exceptional customer success programs, and implement growth optimization techniques that deliver measurable results.

What You'll Achieve

  • Implement AI-driven sales strategies
  • Build customer success programs that retain and grow accounts
  • Identify new revenue opportunities
  • Leverage data analytics for growth decisions

Key Topics Covered

AI Integration Customer Success E365 Implementation Growth Optimization

Session Schedule

How the little guy can succeed in business and sport: FC Motown 10:25 AM
10:50 AM

Speaker: Dan Karosen

Discover how FC Motown rose from local play to NPSL National Championship through bold leadership and vision.

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AI Readiness Assessment 11:00 AM
11:25 AM

Speaker: Bryan Antepara

Essential concepts and processes to implement AI successfully in your organization.

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How Customer Success Can Supercharge Your Revenue 11:30 AM
11:55 AM

Speaker: Brindavani Pathuri

How building stronger customer relationships directly fuels growth and retention.

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Doing Business with the Public Sector 1:00 PM
1:50 PM

Speaker: Paul Muir

Navigate government procurement processes and build relationships with municipalities.

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The e365 Advantage: Streamlined Services for Small Business Growth 2:00 PM
2:50 PM

Speaker: Bryan Antepara

How e365 simplifies technology management and creates room for businesses to thrive.

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How to Embrace AI without the Growing Pains 3:00 PM
3:50 PM

Speaker: Deep Ranipa

Leverage AI to accelerate business growth while avoiding operational disruptions.

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Increase Productivity

6 Expert Sessions

Track Overview

Transform your business operations with advanced automation technologies and productivity optimization strategies. Learn how to eliminate bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and empower your team to focus on high-value activities that drive business growth.

What You'll Achieve

  • Automate repetitive tasks and workflows
  • Increase team productivity by 25–40%
  • Optimize remote and hybrid work environments
  • Implement data-driven performance improvements

Key Topics Covered

Task Automation Remote Workflows Team Efficiency Digital Transformation

Session Schedule

Beyond Maintenance: IT as a Competitive Edge 10:25 AM
10:50 AM

Speaker: John Logan

Break down the cloud migration process into clear, actionable steps for small businesses.

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Unlocking Exceptional Profitability: How Top Firms Are Achieving Higher EBITDA Growth 11:00 AM
11:25 AM

Speaker: Shiva Kumar

Dynamics 365 solutions for Finance, Accounting, and Supply Chain Management challenges.

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Digital Labor and Process Automation 11:30 AM
11:55 AM

Speaker: Deepanshu Negi

How automation technologies reshape workflows and boost efficiency across industries.

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The Productivity Paradox: When Technology Helps and When It Doesn't 1:00 PM
1:50 PM

Speaker: Oya Tukel

Why new tools don't always translate into efficiency and when tech truly drives performance.

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Boosting Productivity Through the Right Capital Structure 2:00 PM
2:50 PM

Speaker: Dominick Valdes

Strategic investment in resources, technology, and people to drive measurable efficiency gains.

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The Marketing Paradigm Shift: From Marketing Expense to Measurable Investment 3:00 PM
3:50 PM

Speaker: Steve Estrellado

A practical framework for treating marketing as an investment, not an expense, with clear ways to measure its real return.

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Reduce Expenses

6 Expert Sessions

Track Overview

Master intelligent cost reduction without sacrificing quality or growth potential. Explore how modern cloud technologies and AI-powered tools can streamline operations, reduce overhead, and optimize resource allocation for maximum efficiency.

What You'll Achieve

  • Reduce operational costs by 15–30%
  • Optimize cloud spending and resources
  • Streamline vendor relationships
  • Implement cost-effective automation solutions

Key Topics Covered

Cloud Migration AI Cost Reduction Compliance Optimization Vendor Management

Session Schedule

Do More with Less! How Technology is the Best Anti-Inflation Tool 10:25 AM
10:50 AM

Speaker: Nirvan Ramoutar

Technologies and systems that deliver immediate impact, helping you cut costs, protect margins, and stay competitive.

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Creating an IT Strategy with Microsoft that Works for your Business 11:00 AM
11:25 AM

Speaker: Deep Ranipa

How Microsoft Dynamics 365 can streamline operations while keeping Excel integration seamless.

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Reduce your Telephone Operating Costs with Microsoft Teams 11:30 AM
11:55 AM

Speaker: Bryan Antepara

Cut phone system expenses by moving to Microsoft Teams with smooth migration strategies.

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How to create an effective supplier audit to Keep Your Costs under Control and Within Compliance 1:00 PM
1:50 PM

Speaker: Maria Scarmardo

Structured audits to uncover inefficiencies, mitigate risks, and strengthen supplier relationships.

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Smart Savings: A Practical Framework for Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners 2:00 PM
2:50 PM

Speaker: Emory Edwards

Practical strategies for reducing expenses while maintaining quality and performance.

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Stop Bleeding Profits: Where Businesses Overspend and How to Stop It 3:00 PM
3:50 PM

Speaker: Joe Lapscher

Where your business is quietly losing money and the specific fixes that stop the bleeding without sacrificing growth.

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Enhance Cybersecurity

6 Expert Sessions

Track Overview

Build a robust cybersecurity framework that protects your business from evolving threats while enabling growth and innovation. Learn cutting-edge security strategies, threat intelligence, and risk management approaches tailored for small and medium businesses.

What You'll Achieve

  • Implement comprehensive security frameworks
  • Reduce security incidents by 80%
  • Ensure regulatory compliance
  • Build incident response capabilities

Key Topics Covered

Ransomware Prevention Data Protection Security Innovation Threat Intelligence

Session Schedule

From Alerts to Action 10:25 AM
10:50 AM

Speaker: Marc Laliberte

Latest update on evolving AI-based threats and how to protect SMBs successfully.

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eCare Network Management 11:00 AM
11:25 AM

Speaker: Carl Mazzanti

Proactive monitoring, rapid response, and expert support to reduce downtime and tighten security.

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How to Keep Your Company Safe 11:30 AM
11:55 AM

Speaker: John Logan & Scott Bennet

Comprehensive disaster recovery planning including all departments and customer communications.

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War Stories from the SOC 1:00 PM
1:50 PM

Speaker: Marc Laliberte

Emerging threats, regulatory shifts, and defense strategies shaping the next two years.

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Top 10 Cybersecurity recommendations for Businesses Large and Small 2:00 PM
2:50 PM

Speaker: Carl Mazzanti

Essential guidance for protecting organizations against today's evolving digital threats.

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From Surveillance to Strategy: Unlocking Hidden Profits with Intelligent Video AI 3:00 PM
3:50 PM

Speaker: George Karaolis

How modern surveillance technologies transform loss prevention and incident recovery.

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