Global Virtual Partner Conference 2020
Global Conference for Networking and Infrastructure Solution Providers & Distributors
Key Features
- Multiple breakout tracks – Regional, Technical, Marketing, Sales and Service Provider
- Content – Solutions and Market Trends
- Guest Speakers – Case Studies and Futurist
- Incentives / gamification
- Virtual exhibit floor with demos
- 1 to 1 Executive meetings
Content Delivery Format
- Hybrid – Live and on-demand via the CommScope Virtual Campus
- Sept. 21st – Oct. 2nd
- 8 hours of live content
- 4 hours over two days
- Sept. 23, 24 only
- 9am-1pm EST
- Hosted on ON24 platform
| Time in ET | Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
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9:00 - 9:15 |
Conference Kick Off – Live! |
Stephen Kowal |
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9:15 - 9:45 |
PartnerPRO Network Update + Market Approach |
Stephen Kowal |
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9:45 - 10:30 |
A Conversation with CommScope’s CFO Alex Pease |
Alex Pease |
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10:30 - 10:45 |
Break |
|
|
10:45 - 11:15 |
The Future of 5G – a Connected and Converged World |
Morgan Kurk |
|
11:15 - 12:15 |
Embracing Disruptive Innovation |
Patrick Schwerdtfeger |
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12:15 - 12:30 |
Break |
|
|
12:30 - 1:00 |
CommScope GTM Strategy |
Koen ter Linde |
|
1:00 - 1:05 |
Day 1 Wrap Up |
Stephen Kowal |
| Time in ET | Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
|
9:00 - 9:15 |
Conference Kick Off – Live! |
Stephen Kowal |
|
9:15 - 9:45 |
Superior Connectivity Drives Superior Business Outcomes |
Ben Cardwell |
|
9:45 - 10:15 |
Building Smart Spaces |
Morne Erasmus |
|
10:15 - 10:30 |
Break |
|
|
10:30- 11:00 |
Building and Campus Trends and Roadmap |
Ernie Pickens
|
|
11:00 - 11:30 |
Distributed Coverage & Capacity Solutions |
Upendra Pingle |
|
11:30 - 11:45 |
Break |
|
|
11:45 - 12:40 |
Converged Wired and Wireless Networks |
Pramod Badjate |
|
12:40 - 1:00 |
Day 1 Wrap Up |
Stephen Kowal |
Breakout Tracks
Join our technical breakouts to learn the latest features, implementation recommendations and network design best practices.
| • IoT • Wi-Fi 6 • Data Center Networks • Fiber Testing • PoE and Bandwidth • RUCKUS Cloudpath |
• RUCKUS Analytics • RUCKUS Enterprise Network Architecture • Enterprise Data Center • Campus Applications • In-Building Wireless |
• RUCKUS Unleashed • CommScope APIs • SmartZone • Secure Federal Networks |
In the sales track, you’ll learn how to position and win with CommScope solutions. We’ll share best practices for selling into key verticals to address the needs today, while planning for the future #nowmeetsnext.
| • Hospitality • Primary Education • Secondary Education • Commercial Real Estate & Multi-Dwelling Units • Healthcare |
• Home Networking • Infrastructure Positioning • Networking Positioning • Interoperability • imVision • RUCKUS Cloud & Analytics |
• Managed Service Practices • In-Building Wireless • IoT • Competitive Intelligence • CBRS • U.S. Federal Government |
In the marketing track, CommScope’s marketing subject matter experts walk you through the fundamentals of a successful go-to-market strategy. We’ll share free and low-cost marketing options that are easy to implement or scale no matter the size of your marketing team.
| • Integrated Campaigns • CommScope Campaigns • Digital Experience • Corporate Social Media |
• Enhancing LinkedIn Presence • Effective Branding |
• Finding Marketing Resources • PR Can Help |
Business Futurist Speaker
Patrick Schwerdtfeger, Business Futurist – specializing in technology trends including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and disruptive innovation
Presentation Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically disrupted our economy, and most companies are investing aggressively in technology as part of their survival strategy. That means more devices, more networks, more cable, and more wifi. Patrick's session will highlight the primary technologies that are reshaping our world including distributed edge computing and the coming transportation revolution. He will introduce two models to anticipate and profit from disruptive innovation, and will also share a framework to guide business strategy during this volatile time.
Patrick recently published a book called: "Pandemic, Inc.: 8 Forces Driving Business Failure or Fortune in the Post-COVID-19 Economy" (2020, Authority Publishing) Buy on Amazon