Upcoming Events

From virtual webinars to national conferences, see upcoming events Gimmal will be hosting and attending.

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March

Gimmal Records Customer User Group

Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 — Time: 1:00 pm -2:30 pm ET  

Join us for an informative and engaging session on Gimmal Records and industry topics. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or newcomer, this is an excellent opportunity to connect with your peers, share insights, and stay up to date with  industry trends.

 

Event Schedule 

1. Guest Speaker: Diana Chen from General Networks 

Information Governance with Microsoft 365: Essential Considerations for Success!  

2. Round Table Forum led by David Quackenbush (EVP & Chairman) 

Come ready to exchange ideas on a variety of Gimmal Records topics. 

Automatic crawl & classify * Best practices * Preservation & permanent records * Information Architecture * Reporting: what’s useful & what’s not * 

3. Ask the Gimmal Experts 

Discuss your questions about Gimmal Records best practices, tips & tricks with our subject matter experts, Colin Langston & Will Irwin. 

4. Gimmal Records product update 

And more… 

 

To register for this event, please email Marcia.Shields@gimmal.com.  

21

March

Are You Audit-Ready? A Guide for Records Management within Life Sciences

Thursday, March 21st, 2024 | 11:00am EST

In the highly-regulated landscape of Life Sciences, compliance and effective records management are critical components for success.

Ensuring that your organization is audit-ready is not only a regulatory requirement but also fundamental to track and mature as regulations and laws evolve and update.

Join Gimmal along with our partner, NNIT, as we delve into the unique challenges faced by the Pharma and Life Sciences industries, and walk through how to build and maintain a resilient records management system that meet the highest standards of compliance.

Join us to learn:
– Challenges and benefits of records and information lifecycle management within Life Sciences
– How to accelerate the implementation of a good practice (GxP) solutions
– How to manage the quality and compliance of records and information with a defined validation process, especially for customers within the Microsoft ecosystem

Submit your questions ahead of time and we’ll address them during our live Q&A!

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March

Gimmal Discover Education Series — Data Classification: Discover, Label, and Protect Sensitive Information

Tuesday, March 26th, 2024

We will review how to secure your data with Gimmal Discover’s automated classification to gain clarity, organization, and control over your information without disrupting the business. Leverage classification categories to track data and ensure compliance with regulatory, privacy, and internal policies.

2-5

April

Exclusive Customer Event at AIIM Conference

April 2-5, 2024

San Antonio, Texas

Step into the realm of the Guardians of the Future at the AIIM Conference 2024, where information leaders are driving better business outcomes with information management in the era of AI and exponential data growth.

Hosted by the Association for Intelligent Information Management (AIIM), AIIM24 is a foreword-focused, technology-rich event for information leaders striving for a future where data is not just managed but transformed into a strategic asset.

Earn 12 continuing education units at this can’t-miss event, featuring 70+ hours of interactive workshops, exciting technical sessions, and real-world case studies. Connect with solution providers and other information and data professionals.

Get more out of your data and information and join us at AIIM24 and be at the forefront of the AI era, charting a course towards a more informed, organized, and empowered tomorrow.

8-10

April

INFONEXT Conference

April 8-10, 2024

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa I Palm Springs, CA

InfoNEXT 2024, scheduled for April 8-10, 2024, in Palm Springs, CA, is a summit tailored for Information Governance (IG) professionals, visionary leaders, and solution providers. The event aims to equip IG practitioners with advanced strategies for securing company information assets and driving tangible business value. Globally recognized as a hub for IG thought leadership, the summit will delve into the impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies on information governance, covering key areas such as Cybersecurity, Privacy, Records Management, and eDiscovery. Attendees will gain insights into evolving IG laws and regulations to ensure compliance within their organizations.

InfoNEXT 2024 stands out by offering a forward-thinking perspective on IG, showcasing novel technologies, and emphasizing transformative changes in the IG landscape. Unique features, including the Executive Experience, Interest Group Council discussions, and the establishment of industry councils, position InfoNEXT 2024 as the epicenter of IG thought leadership.

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April

Gimmal Physical Education Series — List Values

Tuesday, April 9th, 2024

Learn about the various types of available lists within Gimmal Physical, their uses, and how to manage them.

16

April

ARMA Spring Conference – Mile High Denver

Tuesday April 16th, 2024 | Balistreri Vineyards Denver, Colorado

16-17

April

ARMA Houston

April 16-17, 2024 | Norris Conference Center I Houston, Texas

ARMA Houston equips records managers, information governance and compliance professionals to better impact their organization’s business strategies and objectives.

ARMA Houston connects industry thought-leaders, solution providers and professionals with thought provoking, interactive, and solution-oriented engagement and learning experiences.

ARMA Houston engages in teaching and exploring information governance issues from the Legal, Financial, Operational and Technical aspects at its monthly meetings and annual conferences.

ARMA Houston’s continuing missions is to provide educational and research opportunities to advance the improvement of Records and Information Management practices.

ARMA Houston with over 300 members is the largest of the ARMA International 170 chapters worldwide.

22-25

April

Laserfiche Empower

April 22-25, 2024 | Mandalay Bay Resort | Las Vegas, Nevada

Hit The Innovation Jackpot

You want to bet on big ideas. Make sure your buy-in pays off. Our agenda is jam-packed with classes, labs and workshops so you can bring home big wins for your organization.

Empower 2024 welcomes you to the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, right on the famous Las Vegas Strip. Enjoy attractions, dining and lodging, all a quick walk from the conference floor.

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April

Gimmal Records Education Series — Creating Record Classes and Categories

Tuesday, april 23rd, 2024

Learn about the different options you have when creating or maintaining new record classes or categories.

Topics we’ll cover include:
1. Create, Cut and Paste
2. The Archive is and Destruction Certificates
3. What Priority does
4. Case-based record classes and rules
5. Inheritance
6. Permissions

Regulations and requirements change, and file plans must be maintained. Don’t do it the hard way, join us to learn how to streamline managing your record classes and categories in Gimmal Records!

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April

Gimmal Physical Customer User Group

Tuesday, april 30th, 2024 | 1:00pm EST

Join us for an informative and engaging session on Gimmal Physical and meet your like-minded Gimmal user community. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or newcomer, this is an excellent opportunity to connect with your peers, share insights, and stay up to date with industry trends.

Event Schedule

1. Customer Speaker Panel

  • Led by Kurt Thies, VP of Gimmal Physical

2. Peer-to-Peer Breakout Sessions

  • A space for our community to connect on a deeper level, exchange ideas, and collectively explore insights on records management

3. Ask the Gimmal Experts

  • Discuss your questions about Gimmal Physical best practices, tips & tricks with our subject matter experts, Tim Butler, Cindy Matter, and Terry Butler.

4. Gimmal Physical product updates

To register for this event, please email Marcia.Shields@gimmal.com.

7

May

Gimmal Discover Education Series — Search Syntax & Complex Searching

Tuesday, May 7th, 2024

Interested in enhancing your search skills using keywords, phrases, operators, or regular expressions? Join us for a comprehensive session on search syntax, complex expressions, and the capabilities offered by Gimmal Discover.

 

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May

ARMA Canada Information Conference 2024

May 12-14, 2024 | The Westin Calgary | Calgary, Alberta, Canada

ARMA Canada Information Conference is back in 2024…and better than ever!

Meet us May 12-14, 2024 in Calgary, Alberta and get ready for an unforgettable event against the backdrop of Calgary’s stunning landscapes and vibrant culture.

Our last conference in Toronto was a huge success, with engaging sessions, inspiring speakers, and endless networking opportunities. The atmosphere was electric! Big thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the amazing experience.

In 2024, we’re taking it up a notch! We’re crafting an even more enriching program that combines cutting-edge knowledge with fun and networking, all in the unique charm of Calgary. Whether you’re a returning participant or a first-timer, this is an event you don’t want to miss.

Stay tuned for more details on registration, speakers, and exciting activities and get ready for 2024 in Calgary!

 

21

May

Gimmal Records Education Series — How Approval Workflows Work

Tuesday, May 21st, 2024

In an earlier session we talked about managing the Inbox. But how do you manage the process of moving records through a more structured approval process? In this session, we’ll cover how to set up approval workflows in Gimmal Records.

Topics to be covered include:
1. How to set up a workflow
2. Groups or users in a workflow
3. Moving items through the process
4. Reviewing approvals

Join us to learn how to automate your Gimmal Records approval process.

 

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June

Gimmal Physical Education Series — eDocs

Tuesday, June 11th, 2024

Looking for a way to associate electronic documents to your physical records meta-data within Gimmal Physical? Attend this session to discover the possibilities.

 

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June

Gimmal Discover Education Series — Endpoint Management

Tuesday, June 25th, 2024

Concerned about the content residing on your users Windows or Mac endpoints, such as desktops and laptops? Learn effective ways for searching, analyzing, and addressing content to stay compliant within your governance policies.

16-19

July

NAGARA

July 16-19, 2024 | OMNI at CNN Center | Atlanta, Georgia

Concerned about the content residing on your users Windows or Mac endpoints, such as desktops and laptops? Learn effective ways for searching, analyzing, and addressing content to stay compliant within your governance policies.

Past Events

14

March

Legal Hold Webinar

Thursday, March 14th, 2024 — 1:00pm EST

Failing to implement a sound Legal Hold strategy can put any organization at risk for severe financial sanctions. That’s why Gimmal is committed to providing a simple, defensible process to streamline the complex (and costly) process of managing custodian notifications.

Join the Gimmal team on Thursday, March 14 at 1:00pm EST for a live webinar to learn more.

We’ll dive into:
The challenges of not having a defensible, auditable legal hold solution
A preview of Gimmal’s straightforward legal hold process
A live demo of Gimmal’s Legal Hold solution including open Q&A

12

March

Gimmal Physical EDU Series

Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 

We will review:
· Preferences
· Comparison operators
· Keyword operators
· Boolean operators

27

February

Gimmal Records Education Series  — Custom Dashboards & Power BI Reporting

Tuesday, February 27th, 2024

Learn how to create custom dashboards and advanced reports with Gimmal Records.

We will review:
· Allow the non-records managers to see what’s approaching disposition for their organization
· Publish records data via custom dashboards in SharePoint or webpages
· Interactive reports that allow point and click filtering and viewing of records data

13

February

Gimmal Discover Education Series — How to Create Granular Email Retention Policies

Tuesday, February 13th, 2024

Learn about enforcing email retention policies with the versatile capabilities of Gimmal Discover. If your organization’s email retention policies demand enhanced precision and granularity, this session is for you.
We will review considerations, options, and roll-out strategies.

30

January

Gimmal Physical Education Series — Learn how to notify Gimmal Physical users about in-progress or pending required tasks through email

Tuesday, January 30th, 2024

We will review:
· Configuring pre-requisites
· Creating notification events
· Associating notification events to users
· Utilizing Broadcast notifications

JAN 29 - FEB 1

January-FebRuary

We’re Going to Legalweek New York 2024

MONDAY, January 29th – THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1

Legalweek is one week where thousands of legal professionals gather to network with their peers, dive deeper into their professional development, explore topics and strategies tailored specifically to their role, and gain the tools to get legal business done.

Described as the “one legal event that hits all the marks for information, education, and networking” and the “best gathering place for many of the leading legal minds across the industry”, Legalweek is the only place to gain actionable insights that will help legal leaders restructure, rebuild and reinvigorate today’s law firms and legal departments.

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    January

    Privacy, Please! Keeping Up with Data Protection Laws

    1:00pm EST

    Thursday, January 18th, 2024

    Data breaches reached record highs in 2023 and states across the U.S. are giving individuals more rights and controls over their own personal data, highlighting the critical importance of a strong data governance, information governance, and privacy program to properly safeguard, protect, and manage personal information.

    However, keeping up with ever-expanding data privacy laws continues to be a challenge for organizations of all sizes and industries, costing valuable time and money among frequently limited and strained resources.

    For those looking to thrive and not just survive in this new regulatory landscape, join Gimmal as we host Tom Corey, Director within Harbor Global’s Information Governance practice for a live webinar.

    We will:
    – Review data privacy updates across 13 U.S. states, from the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) to the Senate Bill (SB) 475 in Texas, and more
    – Explore the nuances and implications of revised data protection laws on your existing data and information
    management practices
    – Provide a privacy framework for you to implement and mature within your information governance program

    Register today! Submit your questions ahead of time to get them answered during our live Q&A session!

    Featured Speaker:

    Tom Corey, JD, CRM, CIPP/US, CIPM
    Director in Information Governance
    Strategy & Transformation Practice, Harbor Global

    Tom Corey is a Director within Harbor Global LLC’s Information Governance team. Tom brings specialized analysis to information governance and records management policies. Much of his work involves assisting organizations in developing information governance policies, records retention schedules, and privacy programs that are compliant with domestic and international laws, regulations, and data privacy requirements.

    Tom is a licensed attorney, a Certified Records Manager (CRM), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), and Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM).

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        January

        Gimmal Records Education Series — Managing your Disposition Inbox 

        Tuesday, January 16th, 2024

        If managing dispositions during peak times poses a challenge, learn how Gimmal Records can be used when handling a high volume of disposition records.

        We will review:
        · Guidelines for enhancing visibility and managing disposition
        · Ways to refine your processes using filters, custom columns, and bulk approvals

        12

        DECEMBER

        Lunch & Learn Webinar with Laserfiche + Gimmal, Hosted by Government Technology

        1:00pm EST

        Tuesday, December 12th, 2023

        Evolving standards around accountability and transparency are driving the push toward digital document management systems.

        Without an efficient records management strategy in place, responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or other records requests can eat up hours of staff time and lead to lags in responses. With a smart, centralized records system, teams are better equipped to find files, keep track of versions and share content quickly and efficiently.

        Join Government Technology, Laserfiche and Gimmal for a live webinar on December 12, 2023, at 10 AM PT/1 PM ET to explore the tools helping agencies stay compliant and meet transparency demands.

        You’ll Learn:

        • How to build a unified system for managing physical and digital documents
        • Tools your agency can leverage to expedite information-requesting services
        • Records management practices that make it easy to find information and collaborate

          9

          November

          Laserfiche Webinar—Dismantling the Dysfunction: Reinforcing Trust, Confidence, and Accuracy in Records Management 

          1:00pm EST

          Thursday, November 9th, 2023

          During this session, you will learn how to:

          • Digitize and auto-classify in one single/centralized and unified system
          • Improve access and response times when locating vital documents and data
          • Simplify retention and disposition so that you can defensibly expunge unnecessary records
          • Replicate lessons learned from real-world examples and success stories you can take back and apply to your own records management program

          9

          November

          Masters Conference – Atlanta

          Presenter: Dean Gonsowski, CRO

          Thursday, November 9th, 2023

          The Legal Industry’s Leading Technology Thought Leadership Conference

          Founded in 2006, The Master’s Conference is a boutique thought leadership forum where a select group of speakers, vendors, and attendees convene to engage in a proactive collaboration on current challenges within the legal space. This includes such areas as eDiscovery, artificial intelligence, information governance, legal project management, forensics and investigations, data governance, knowledge management, cybersecurity and data breaches, and other current trending topics.

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          November

          eRecords Conference I TSLAC

          Friday, November 3rd, 2023

          For the Win! Records and Data is the theme of this year’s conference. The volume and variety of data Texas governments collect, create, use, and store has grown exponentially since our first conference in 2000 and doesn’t appear to be slowing down anytime soon. Working together, records and data management staff can maximize the value of data while mitigating serious financial, legal, and reputational risks. This conference is your opportunity to learn from your colleagues and other records and information management professionals about winning strategies for developing and administering a framework that works for your government.

          25-27

          October

          VAGARA

          Wednesday-Friday, October 25th-27th, 2023

          The rise of new technologies and telework has brought new changes and challenges to records management and archives. Don’t get pulled under! Ride the Wave of Records Management to better practices and innovative solutions with sessions on ChatGPT, records locator tools, onboarding new employees, FOIA and public access, digitization programs, and more.

          This year’s keynote speaker, John Mancini, will share his book, Immigrant Secrets: The Search for my Grandparents, and use the story to reflect on the future of records and archives. Attendees will have a chance to purchase signed copies of the book.

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          October

          Masters Conference – New York

          Presenter: Rick Wilson, Product Manager

          Wednesday, October 18th, 2023

          The Legal Industry’s Leading Technology Thought Leadership Conference

          Founded in 2006, The Master’s Conference is a boutique thought leadership forum where a select group of speakers, vendors, and attendees convene to engage in a proactive collaboration on current challenges within the legal space. This includes such areas as eDiscovery, artificial intelligence, information governance, legal project management, forensics and investigations, data governance, knowledge management, cybersecurity and data breaches, and other current trending topics.

          9-11

          October

          ARMA InfoCon

          Monday-Wednesday, October 9th-11th, 2023

          At ARMA InfoCon, you’ll find a wide range of professional development opportunities. From specialized panels and presentations led by top experts in the field, to interactive workshops that hone your skills, this event has something for everyone. Whether you’re just starting out in RIM/IG or already have 10+ years of experience, attending ARMA InfoCon will give you the tools and insights you need to succeed. We invite you to join us for an unforgettable learning experience that will leave a lasting impact on your career and provide meaningful connections, growth, and knowledge! 

          5

          October

          Mission Possible: Bridging the Gap Across Compliance, Risk Management, Information Governance and eDiscovery

          1:00pm ET Thursday, October 5th, 2023

          In today’s ever-changing business and privacy landscape, the synergy between compliance, risk management, information governance and eDiscovery is becoming even more complex to navigate than ever and there are costly repercussions if data management is not handled correctly. So where should organizations start with their data governance and litigation readiness initiatives, and what’s the balance between getting it done and getting it right when it comes to data?

          2-4

          October

          InfoGov World

          Monday-Wednesday, OCtober 2nd-4th, 2023

          Featuring World Class experts in AIPrivacy, Data Protection, Cyber, eDiscovery, Data Governance & Change Management with focused 30-45 minute sessions throughout the day highlighting IG Case Studies, Best Practices, and Expert 1-hour Panel Discussions on Privacy, Info Security & Risk, eDiscovery, Data Governance, RIM. 

          26

          September

          ACEDS Webinar w/ Kindato

          1:00 -1:30pm ET Tuesday, September 26th, 2023

          Our 30-minute session aims to equip you with key insights into Kindato’s comprehensive assessment offerings and professional services. These are designed to ensure that your law firm or legal department is well-prepared for successful data migration. On the technology front, we introduce Gimmal’s pioneering tools – ‘Discover’, a state-of-the-art solution for data collection, ROT management, and privacy concerns; and ‘Migrate’, a powerful tool that facilitates seamless data transfer from on-premises services to M365 Azure Cloud.

          14

          September

          Records Management & Sensitive Data Workshop Series, Part 3 of 3

          Thursday, September 14th, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM EST

          Session III – Real Customers, Real Practical Examples: You’re not alone! Get real customer success stories and lessons learned on how others have approached their own records management and information governance programs, from cleaning up and removing Redundant, obsolete, and trivial (ROT) information, to effectively migrating their content to SharePoint.

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          September

          Records Management & Sensitive Data Workshop Series, Part 2 of 3

          Thursday, September 7th, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM EST

          Session II – Operationalizing & Implementing Your Information Governance Strategy: Learn how to create processes that can evolve and mature with your information governance and records management needs in a rapidly-evolving data privacy and compliance landscape, including how to map out and measure your success and progress.

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          AUGUST

          Records Management & Sensitive Data Workshop Series, Part 1 of 3

          Thursday, August 31st, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM EST

          Session I – Laying the Foundation: Understand how to map out an effective records management program, including effectively communicating its value, potential risks and rewards, and providing recommendations to key stakeholders and decision-makers within your organization.

          30

          AUGUST

          Untangling ROT: Efficient IG Solutions & Data Management with Gimmal and Kindato

          WEDnesday, August 30st, 2023 | 1:00 PM EST

          Discover how to streamline your operations and unlock actionable insights with efficient Redundant, Obsolete, and Trivial (ROT) data management during this masterclass. With a focus on modern Information Governance (IG) strategies, this session is designed to equip you with practical, hands-on knowledge to untangle and efficiently manage your data, regardless of where it resides. Our expert presenters from Gimmal and Kindato will walk you through real-world scenarios and case studies to illustrate how an effective IG strategy can significantly enhance the efficiency and compliance of your Information Governance program.

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          AUGUST

          Gimmal Records User Group

          Tuesday, August 29th, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST

          We’re delighted to have you join us for the User Group Forum for Tuesday, August 29th, 2023, from 1PM – 2PM EST. During our time together, you can expect to:

          – Get user tips & tricks on most requested features
          – Network with your peers and trade ideas, best practices, and advice
          – Preview what’s ahead from various teams across Product, Customer Success, and Marketing

          8

          AUGUST

          NAGARA Demo Day

          Tuesday, August 8th, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 1:20 PM EST

          Discover the best products and services in the industry at this Virtual Demo Day event! Register to learn from the comfort of your home or office while exploring lightning-fast 20-minute presentations from the NAGARA sponsors and exhibitors listed below. Registration is completely free and open to all, regardless of membership status.

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          july

          ARMA California Summer Conference

          FRIDAY, JULY 28th, 2023

          Designed to promote excellence in information and records management, five ARMA California chapters (Golden State, Greater Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and SoCal Inland Empire) have partnered to present you with their 1st Annual Summer Conference to be held in the heart of Orange County, CA.

          18

          July

          NAGARA 2023 Annual Conference

          TUESDAY, JULY 18th, 2023

          We look forward to seeing all of our good friends at NAGARA this July 18-21. Here are a few things we’ll be chatting about this year!

          – Digital Transformation
          – Warehouse Management
          – Barcode Tracking & Reporting
          – Retention & Disposition
          – Security Based Permissions

          Feel free to schedule a time to meet with us on site!

          13

          July

          Information Governance and SAP: 3 Reasons to Modernize Your Business Process Content Management

          Thursday, JULY 13, 2023 

          This session is for organizations running SAP who are looking for a more modern, functional and cost-effective approach to SAP content management and governance. In this session you will learn the top 3 reasons why Gimmal Customers are adopting the latest version of our SAP content solution, Link Enterprise. If you are looking for an alternative to your existing legacy system, a streamlined approach to S/4 or a way to further automate tasks both inside and outside SAP, this session is for you!

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          July

          Gimmal Physical Summer 2023 User Group

          Tuesday, JULY 11, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST

          We’re delighted to have you join us for the Summer 2023 User Group Forum for Gimmal Physical on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, from 1PM – 3PM EDT. During our time together, you can expect to:

          – Get user tips & tricks on most requested features
          – Network with your peers and trade ideas, best practices, and advice
          – Preview what’s ahead from various teams across Product, Customer Success, and Marketing