We are thrilled to welcome you to TechMentor Orlando, November 2025! As your co-chairs, we—Dave Kawula and Sami Laiho—are honored to guide you through what promises to be a transformative and enriching experience in one of Florida's most vibrant cities.

TechMentor is built to empower IT professionals like you with the practical skills and insights needed to thrive in today's fast-moving tech landscape. With carefully curated tracks, hands-on labs, and real-world scenarios, we've created a learning journey designed to level up your expertise.

Here's what awaits you:

• Endpoint Management & User Productivity: Dive into OS deployment, application and patch management, and secure device configuration to streamline operations and support end-users effectively.
• PowerShell & Automation: Unleash the full potential of scripting in a DevOps world. Learn to automate infrastructure management through interactive labs and workshops.
• Infrastructure Management: Build and maintain secure, scalable systems. Topics include networking, storage, virtualization, server administration, and high availability—grounded in practical, hands-on learning.
• Professional Skills for IT Pros: Strengthen essential soft skills like communication, problem-solving, leadership, and project management—because being great at tech also means being great with people.
• Cybersecurity: Stay ahead of the threat curve. Explore network defense, IAM, vulnerability management, and incident response. Our co-located Cybersecurity & Ransomware Live! conference adds even more depth.
• Microsoft Azure: Master Azure in both public and hybrid setups. From architecture to automation, gain the knowledge to design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure confidently.
• Microsoft 365 Administration: Manage and secure Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and compliance settings through real-world exercises and expert-led sessions.

And let's not forget—Windows Server 2025 is now in GA. We have new schema versions and Functional Levels for the first time since 2016! TechMentor is ready to show you how Microsoft is keeping its on-prem promises alive and well.

Whether you're looking to grow your technical skills, embrace new tools, or simply connect with like-minded pros, TechMentor @ Live! 360 Tech Con 2025 has something for you.

We can't wait to meet you in Orlando and kick off an unforgettable week of learning and inspiration!

Best regards,

Sami Laiho TechMentor 2025 Co-Chair

Dave Kawula TechMentor 2025 Co-Chair