Session Time:
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Skot Waldron: GiANT
Speaker Bio: Skot Waldron, author of the best-selling “Unlocked: A 52-Week Guide For The Intentional Leader” and podcast host of “Unlocked With Skot Waldron,” is renowned for transforming complex communication challenges into growth opportunities. His practical strategies foster effective leadership, influence, and alignment in top-tier organizations like J.P. Morgan Chase and The Coca-Cola Company.
Session Title: Overcoming The Challenge of Change
Session Description: There is one thing in life and work that is guaranteed, and that is things will change. We have people around us moving full-steam ahead and then others that are constantly pumping the brakes. They both play a valuable role in helping us succeed as teams and organizations. So, how do we lead change effectively inside our organizations? This presentation will provide you with some simple tools to help get everyone on board.
Learning Objectives:
* Learn which personality types like change and which are more change-averse.
* Understand how each person can play a role in the plan for change.
* Discover 3 tools to bring about change effectively inside your organization.
Room:
Modena 1
Title:
Overcoming The Challenge of Change
Speaker & Company:
Skot Waldron, GiANT
Frank Venezia: Ernst & Young
Speaker Bio: Frank Venezia, Americas IT Asset Management (ITAM) Leader, based in New York, boasts 20+ years advising global businesses on IT infrastructure and ITAM solutions. His expertise spans governance, processes, IT vendor management, contract optimization, SW compliance, and verification. A member of IAITAM, Frank holds the CAMSE certification, leading negotiations with major publishers, formerly Senior VP at Siwel, he led Client Executive and Technical Services teams.
Session Title: ITAM and FinOps
Session Description: Explore the seamless integration of IT Asset Management (ITAM) and Financial Operations (FinOps) in this insightful session. Discover the crucial connection between optimizing IT assets and aligning financial strategies for enhanced cost efficiency and budgeting. Dive into practical insights on integrating ITAM principles into FinOps practices to improve overall financial performance.
Room:
Modena 2
Title:
ITAM and FinOps
Speaker & Company :
Frank Venezia, Ernst & Young
Paul Baum: PlanITROI
Speaker Bio: Paul Baum is the founder and CEO of PlanITROI, a leading provider of top-tier IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services. With over 30 years of experience, Baum has been instrumental in revolutionizing the life cycle of IT assets, emphasizing their potential to close the digital divide through affordable technology. Baum’s innovative approach seeks to disrupt traditional ITAD, reverse logistics, and returns management industries, with a focus on extending IT assets to the next users – not only bridging the digital divide but also significantly benefitting communities and the environment through sustainable and impactful business practices.
Session Title: AI Unleashed: Transforming ITAD into a Strategic Powerhouse
Session Description: Step into the future of IT Asset Disposition where AI isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a game-changer. This session will showcase how AI redefines ITAD with:
1. Advanced Data Erasure: Implement AI-driven protocols for comprehensive data security – ensuring no data is left vulnerable.
2. Predictive Asset Management: Leverage AI for predictive analytics – enhancing maintenance and extending asset life.
3. Increased Cost Efficiency: Use AI to streamline processes, reduce costs, and optimize resource allocation.
4. Ensured Compliance: Automate compliance monitoring with AI – outpacing regulatory changes with minimal effort.
5. Optimized Asset Valuation: Accurately assess and maximize asset recovery value with AI
Session Title: The ITAD Iceberg: 5 Takeaways to Navigate Risks
Session Description: Avoid danger and elevate your IT Asset Disposition strategy. This focused session will identify key risks and hidden opportunities, answering five pressing questions:
1. Are you still receiving low asset recoveries and overspending on your ITAD program?
2. Is your vendor’s unprofitability increasing your data security risk?
3. Are your retired PC’s Windows licenses being sold at your risk?
4. Are your valued assets being recycled vs. being resold to your benefit?
5. Are your reports and ESG measurements inconsistent and inaccurate?
Know the truth and apply actionable insights to your ITAD program to secure its success against emerging challenges.
Session Title: Profit with Purpose: 5P’s of ITAD – Get Paid. Do Good!
Session Description: Embrace the 5 “P”s of ITAD—Passion, Purpose, Planet, People, Profit—and harness the power of IT Asset Disposition as a force for bridging the digital divide. In this session, learn how Visa uses their ITAD profits to fuel donation programs for under privileged and low-income people in the US. Learn how to merge profit with purpose from your retired and end-of-life devices, without extra investment. See how ITAD can make a significant impact on your organizational ESG goals and be like Visa: GET PAID TO DO GOOD.
Room:
Messina 1 & 2
Title:
AI Unleashed: Transforming ITAD into a Strategic Powerhouse
Speaker & Company:
Paul Baum, PlanITROI
Felicia Parilo: Oracle America, Inc.
Speaker Bio: Felicia Parilo is a Global Director within Oracle’s Global License & Advisory Services (GLAS) group, responsible for Partner Programs. Felicia’s focus is on Oracle’s global Partner ecosystem, including SAM Partners, Third Party Tool Vendors, and Independent Software Vendors. Felicia has over 14 years of GLAS experience working with diverse Oracle Partners and customers in advisory functions.
Session Title: Oracle Software Asset Management (SAM) Expertise & SAM Partners
Session Description: GLAS provides proactive advisory services to strategic Partners and Customers to arm them with actionable & useful insights into their Oracle investments. Oracle launched the new OPN SAM Expertise for SAM Partners. This SAM Program represents an opt-in offering for our customers to help them build confidence in their purchasing and deployment decisions and evaluate their alignment with their Oracle investments. For your SAM needs, Customers can now choose from among announced verified Partners.
Room:
Messena 4 & 5
Title:
Oracle Software Asset Management (SAM) Expertise & SAM Partners
Speaker & Company:
Felicia Parilo, Oracle America, Inc.
Jeremy Olson: Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations
Speaker Bio: Jeremy Olson, CITAD, is a Senior Corporate Solutions Executive at Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations with over 12 years of experience in the ITAD space. Well-versed in creating sustainability-centric materials lifecycle management solutions Jeremy is passionate about creating value for partners in all industries by maximizing ROI while maintaining complete data and brand security.
Session Title: Decoding the Balance Sheet: Cost-Reduction Strategies for ITAD Programs
Session Description: When economic volatility is the new normal, effective management of IT asset disposition (ITAD) programs has become crucial for organizations. This will provide attendees with insights into optimizing their ITAD programs amidst turbulent economic conditions by:
• Understanding ITAD Cost Centers and Profit Margins
• Maximizing Value with ITAD Vendors
• Measuring and Monitoring Asset Value
• Reducing ITAD Costs
• Evaluating the Corporate Footprint
Session Title: Sustainable ITAD: ESG, the SEC, & Scope 3
Session Description: When environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues are not just ethical, but also financial imperatives, understanding Scope 3 emissions is crucial for business success. This session delves into the intricacies of Scope 3 GHG emissions, and the impending U.S. SEC regulations that will transform how companies report and manage their environmental impact. We’ll explore differences between carbon calculators and learn how to demonstrate the value an ESG-focused ITAD solution can provide.
Room:
Molise 1
Title:
Decoding the Balance Sheet: Cost-Reduction Strategies for ITAD Programs
Speaker & Company:
Jeremy Olson, Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations
Wil Herrera: iT1
Speaker Bio: Wil Herrera, has been in the industry for 25+ years. His background is extensive and includes managing large IT environments as an end-user, OEM and Partner. Wil’s specializations include data centers, networking, storage, professional services, and cloud. He holds many certifications with the major manufactures such as AWS, VMware, DELL/EMC, Cisco, Palo Alto, Aruba/HPE. Wil has worked with many customers over the years to provide cost effective solutions that accelerate business outcomes.
Session Title: Using AI to get your time back – tools to increase the speed of daily tasks, projects and response.
Session Description: The use of AI tools can reduce your work by 4-5 hours a week. We’ll dive into how AI can help. From simple daily tasks to complex projects or deadlines, AI is here to help.
Meetings – Ask AI to give you the key bullet points if you join late or take notes
Draft replies to emails for your review
Create tables and charts to review numbers
Build presentations, word documents and more
Room:
Molise 3
Title:
Using AI to get your time back – tools to increase the speed of daily tasks, projects and response.
Speaker & Company:
Wil Herrera, iT1
Terry Divelbliss: Eracent
Speaker Bio: Terry manages all marketing activities for Eracent. He has years of software product management and marketing experience and has been active in IT Asset Management for 25 years. His hands-on experience includes working with large organizations to plan and implement ITAM repositories and efficient business processes. Terry holds numerous ITAM/SAM certifications, Management and Marketing degrees from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh.
Session Title: Elevating the Importance of ITAM to Your Organization: Audit, Risk and Cyber Use Cases
Session Description: ITAM provides the ability to discover all hardware and software assets, manage contracts and financials, track lifecycle transactions, and expose critical configuration and vulnerability details. When ITAM data is integrated with a means to perform whitelisting, associate assets to systems and landscapes, and more, your ITAM program can be an indispensable driver for Cyber, Risk, Audit and Compliance inititatives. This session highlights this potential with real-world use cases.
Room:
Molise 4
Title:
Elevating the Importance of ITAM to Your Organization: Audit, Risk and Cyber Use Cases
Speaker & Company:
Terry Divelbliss, Eracent
Session Time:
Tuesday
11:15 AM - 12:15 AM
Danielle Kraft: SHI International
Speaker Bio: Danielle Kraft works as the Sr. Manager ITAM Services at SHI International Corp headquarters in Somerset, N.J. and has been with the company for over 15 years focusing on Software Licensing and the ITAM industry. Danielle has extensive knowledge in software licensing and IT Asset Management. Danielle overlooks the day-to-day ITAM projects while working alongside a large team of ITAM professionals. Danielle strives to help develop the ITAM team and enhance the procedures, tools and services to provide excellent customer service.
Session Title: Gotchas of Managing a Software Audit
Session Description: Throughout the presentation, the ‘gotchas’ or common pitfalls that companies often fall into during software audits will be highlighted. These could include lack of preparation, misunderstanding of licensing terms, poor record keeping, and failure to respond appropriately to audit findings. The aim of the presentation will be to equip the audience with the knowledge to avoid these common mistakes and successfully navigate through a software audit.
Susan Krautbauer: Digitunity
Speaker Bio: With over 20 years in global ITAD and IT service delivery, Susan Krautbauer, Senior Director at Digitunity, advocates for digital equity via technology access and reuse. Focusing on cross-sector collaboration, merging social good with ESG principles, she participates in SERI’s Technology Advisory Committee for R2 standard and ESG alignment. Advising federal, state, and corporate entities on digital equity and tech reuse, Susan is known as a key influencer in the tech and sustainability sector.
Session Title: Driving Digital Equity: ITAD’s Impact on the $65B Investment.
Session Description: This session highlights opportunities for ITADs, OEMs, and corporations to participate in the $65B federal IIJA and $2.7B Digital Equity Act funding. Urging strategic public, private, and social sector collaboration over the next five years, we’ll explore the potential for social, business, and ESG impact through involvement in national digital equity solutions. Attendees will discover ways to contribute, leveraging strategic partnerships to maximize participation in this historic funding period.
Sunil Chandna: Stellar Data Recovery Inc. DBA BitRaser
Speaker Bio: Sunil is CEO of Stellar, a company he co-founded in 1993 that serves over 3 million customers globally and develops professional software for Data Recovery, File Repair, and Data Erasure Software – BitRaser. Sunil has been a part of several industry forums & events that aim at driving cybersecurity and data privacy awareness. Top media organizations have regularly sought his expert opinion during critical ransomware and cyber-attacks. He has also authored articles on data destruction subject that have been published in IAITAM ITAK, SC-Magazine, and several industry publications.
Session Title: Mitigating Data Breach Risks Through Remote Data Erasure
Session Description: This session aims to reveal the crucial role of remote data erasure in enhancing data security for the remote workforce. According to the Forbes study, it is estimated that by 2025, 32.6 million Americans will be engaged in remote work. In the context of the growing prevalence of remote work & the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape, the speaker will address the best strategies for IT Asset Managers to uphold data security. The best practices include secure data erasure from remote IT assets after their use, emphasizing its importance in preventing data theft & adhering to regulatory compliances. Remote data erasure must be a part of an organization’s data destruction policies to proactively manage data leakage risks and ensure compliance.
Mandi Sue Bleau: Anglepoint
Speaker Bio: Mandi Sue brings almost 20 years of experience in software licensing and 10 years specifically in software asset management (SAM). She has a vast knowledge of multiple publishers, programs, and SAM tools. Mandi Sue’s passion lies with her customers. She likes to build trusted relationships and solve client issues while improving their SAM Programs. Currently MSB leads the global team at Anglepoint supporting Microsoft.
Session Title: Define Goals to Drive Outcomes: Locking in an Easier SAM Technology Implementation
Session Description: Learn from Anglepoint SAM expert Mandi Sue Bleau how defining end goals and involving the right stakeholders will help you ease the process of implementing and adopting your SAM technology. With a blend of strategic and tactical insight from real-world experiences, she will show you can achieve a successful outcome and ensure a return on investment in your SAM technology.
Tom Watson: Asset Management International, LLC
Speaker Bio: Since 2003, Tom Watson, a tech expert and entrepreneur, has led AMI, transforming it and AssetTrack into hardware asset management leaders. His background as a software developer for startups like Micropath sparked the creation of AMI to address companies’ hardware tracking challenges. With a Fine Arts degree from the University of Washington, Tom is dedicated to aiding people in making wise purchases, ensuring precise deliveries, and supporting IT asset managers for informed decision-making, enhancing job satisfaction and data security. Beyond work, he enjoys family time, soccer, and explores musical interests with his band, Crown Hill.
Session Title: From Data to Decisions: Transforming Hardware Asset Management with AI Insights
Session Description: Delve into the dynamic integration of data and Artificial Intelligence. Witness the transformative impact of AI-generated insights on conventional asset management, translating raw data into informed strategic decisions. Acquire actionable knowledge on deploying AI solutions to streamline hardware asset lifecycles, ensuring an enhanced, forward-thinking organizational resource management approach.
Jeremy Olson: Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations
Speaker Bio: With a rich tapestry of experience woven over a quarter-century in the dynamic realm of Information Technology, Carlos stands as a stalwart figure in the industry. Currently donning the cap of Director of Software Asset Management (SAM), Carlos is a seasoned professional known for steering the ship of organizations towards optimal software utilization and compliance. A true maestro he possesses a profound command over the orchestration of systems and software.
Session Title: I.C.E. – Inventory Control and Education Foundational Pillars of SAM
Session Description: Having a good foundation is key to getting a solid SAM program off the ground. Learn some basics principles that have been integral through my career in ensuring that the right steps are being taken to build with the strongest pillars in place to grow your program in the right direction.
Robbie Plourde: USU
Speaker Bio: Robbie is a charismatic IS Business Executive with a broad background in international business. In his Principal Solution Engineer role, Robbie is pre-sales technical lead and License Management solution leader. He has led process improvement initiatives and developing solutions that enable strategic and operational business goals for over a decade. In the past 15 years, Robbie has specialized in corporate License Compliance initiatives for Fortune 500 companies in Europe and the US. He holds an MBA from Quinnipiac University where he graduated Magna cum Laude.
Session Title: Cybersecurity Frontiers: Enhancing Asset Security in the Digital Age
Session Description: Join Robbie Plourde, from USU, for “Cybersecurity Frontiers: Enhancing Asset Security in the Digital Age.” This session delves into the pivotal role of IT Asset Management (ITAM) in enhancing cybersecurity. Plourde will cover cutting-edge strategies for the secure management of digital assets, effective risk mitigation, and compliance assurance. Learn how to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity in an era of relentless digital threats… before it’s too late!
Scott Jensen: SoftwareONE
Speaker Bio: Passionate about optimizing IT landscapes and mitigating compliance risks, I currently serve as the Senior Director of ITAM Managed Services and Oracle Advisory Practice Lead for NORAM at SoftwareONE. In this pivotal role, I lead a high-performing team dedicated to delivering strategic solutions that empower organizations to streamline IT Asset Management and maximize the value of their Oracle investments.
Session Title: Shark Tank: Lessons on How to Sell Your ITAM/FinOps Program
Session Description: Dive into the world of ‘Shark Tank’ for insights on successfully pitching your IT Asset Management (ITAM) or Financial Operations (FinOps) program. Learn to address key concerns and craft a compelling message that resonates with company “sharks” (executives and stakeholders). This presentation equips you with strategies to secure support and drive adoption, ensuring lasting success for your ITAM or FinOps initiative within your organization.
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