SPONSORED BY EMAZZANTI · 25 YEARS IN TECHNOLOGY
SPONSORED BY EMAZZANTI · 25 YEARS IN TECHNOLOGY
ASPIRE
TO BUILD
TO LEAD
The cybersecurity & AI
conference for SMB leaders.
One day, 24 sessions,
200+ executives — at Microsoft Conference Center, NYC.
ASPIRE TO BUILDTO LEAD
The cybersecurity & AI conference for SMB leaders.
One day, 24 sessions, 200+ executives — at Microsoft Conference Center, NYC.
LIVE IN
NEW YORK CITY
OCTOBER 21, 2026
MICROSOFT NYC
ADMISSION:
FREE
TYPE OF EVENT:
ON-SITE
WHERE
INNOVATION
MEETS
ACTION
Aspire is eMazzanti's annual learning conference for SMB leaders.
In one day, you'll leave with a practical cybersecurity plan, real ways to use AI, a roadmap to reduce IT costs, and insights from the people solving these challenges right now.
In one day, you'll leave with a practical cybersecurity plan, real ways to use AI, a roadmap to reduce IT costs, and insights from the people solving these challenges right now.
WHERE
INNOVATION
MEETS
ACTION
Aspire is eMazzanti's annual learning conference for SMB leaders.
In one day, you'll leave with a practical cybersecurity plan, real ways to use AI, a roadmap to reduce IT costs, and insights from the people solving these challenges right now.
In one day, you'll leave with a practical 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 EXPERTS
Learn from leaders at ISC2 and eMazzanti Technologies — three keynote voices spanning cybersecurity leadership, workforce transformation, and the convergence of AI and cloud.
MEET THE EXPERTS
Learn from leaders at ISC2 and eMazzanti Technologies — three keynote voices spanning cybersecurity leadership, workforce transformation, and the convergence of AI and cloud.
SCOTT BEALE
ISC2
Incoming CEO
☑️ Incoming CEO, ISC2 (Jan 6, 2026)
☑️ 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×)
JENNIFER MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
Co-Founder & CEO
☑️ 9× Inc. 5000 Honoree
☑️ Microsoft Partner of the Year (4×)
☑️ WatchGuard Partner of the Year (5×)
☑️ NJBIZ Leader in Digital Technology, 2024
☑️ NYU Grad · Global expansion across NA, EU, Asia
CARL MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
Co-Founder & President
☑️ Co-Founder & President, eMazzanti
☑️ Microsoft Partner of the Year (4×)
☑️ 400+ active client accounts
☑️ Leading IT consultant, NYC metro
☑️ Conference: Cybersecurity Top 10 Scalability Playbook
SCOTT BEALE
ISC2
Incoming CEO
☑️ Incoming CEO, ISC2 (Jan 6, 2026)
☑️ 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×)
JENNIFER MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
Co-Founder & CEO
☑️ 9× Inc. 5000 Honoree
☑️ Microsoft Partner of the Year (4×)
☑️ WatchGuard Partner of the Year (5×)
☑️ NJBIZ Leader in Digital Technology, 2024
☑️ NYU Grad · Global expansion across NA, EU, Asia
CARL MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
Co-Founder & President
☑️ Co-Founder & President, eMazzanti
☑️ Microsoft Partner of the Year (4×)
☑️ 400+ active client accounts
☑️ Leading IT consultant, NYC metro
☑️ Conference: Cybersecurity Top 10 · Scalability Playbook
CUSTOMISE
YOUR DAY
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 Monday morning.
CUSTOMISE
YOUR DAY
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 Monday morning.
You're not locked into one lane: hop between tracks session-by-session and build the agenda that fits what your business actually needs Monday morning.
FOUR PARALLEL TRACKS — PICK ANY SESSION, ANY ORDER
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
Increase Productivity
Workflow automation and operational efficiency solutions
Key Focus: Task Automation & Remote Workflows
☑️ Task Automation
☑️ Remove Workflows
☑️ Team Efficiency
6 Expert Sessions
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
Enhance Cybersecurity
Advanced threat protection and data security strategies.
Key Focus: Ransomware Prevention & Data Protection
☑️ Ransomware Prevention
☑️ Data Protection
☑️ E365 Implementation
6 Expert Sessions
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
Increase Productivity
Workflow automation and operational efficiency solutions
Key Focus: Task Automation & Remote Workflows
☑️ Task Automation
☑️ Remove Workflows
☑️ Team Efficiency
6 Expert Sessions
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
Enhance Cybersecurity
Advanced threat protection and data security strategies.
Key Focus: Ransomware Prevention & Data Protection
☑️ Ransomware Prevention
☑️ Data Protection
☑️ E365 Implementation
6 Expert Sessions
WHY ATTEND
The leaders who attend Aspire don't just learn — they leave with a competitive edge. Four reasons executives show up.
WHY ATTEND
The leaders who attend Aspire don't just learn — they leave with a competitive edge. Four reasons executives show up.
01.
Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats
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
No hype — real use cases from companies your size, solving problems like yours.
04.
Peer-Level Network
Build relationships with 200+ leaders who understand exactly what you're dealing with.
01.
Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats
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
No hype — real use cases from companies your size, solving problems like yours.
04.
Peer-Level Network
Build relationships with 200+ leaders who understand exactly what you're dealing with.
Your Growth Journey
A full day structured so every minute counts. One keynote fireside, 24 sessions across 4 tracks, lunch, a closing panel, and a reception.
Your Growth Journey
A full day structured so every minute counts. One keynote fireside, 24 sessions across 4 tracks, lunch, a closing panel, and a reception.
8:00 AM · BASE CAMP
Registration & Breakfast
Check in, grab your badge, and make your first connections of the day.
Registration & Breakfast
Check in, grab your badge, and make your first connections of the day.
SCOTT BEALE
ISC2
9:00 AM · OPENING
The Spark — Fireside
The Spark — Fireside
Cybersecurity leadership & workforce transformation — a live fireside between Jennifer Mazzanti and Scott Beale.
JENNIFER MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
10:15 AM · MORNING
Choose What Matters Most
Three 25-minute sessions across four tracks. Every session is built to give you something you can act on.
SCOTT BEALE
ISC2
12:00 PM · NETWORKING LUNCH
Networking Lunch
Networking Lunch
Curated lunch with speakers, sponsors, and fellow leaders. Some of the best partnerships start between sessions.
CARL MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
1:15 PM · AFTERNOON SESSIONS
Go Deeper
Go Deeper
Three more sessions with advanced topics, live demos, and workshops. Walk out with frameworks, not slides.
SCOTT BEALE
ISC2
3:00 PM · CLOSING PANEL
Takeaways You Can Use Monday
Takeaways You Can Use Monday
Cross-track panel bringing experts from all four tracks together. Concrete next steps and a clear view of what's ahead.
JENNIFER MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
3:45 PM · CLOSING
Remarks & Networking Reception
Carl Mazzanti delivers closing remarks followed by the networking reception. Leave with a plan..
CARL MAZZANTI
EMAZZANTI TECHNOLOGIES
CLAIM YOUR SEAT
One day. 24 sessions. 200+ leaders. Zero cost. Admission is complimentary for approved SMB executives — but seating is limited.
CLAIM YOUR SEAT
One day. 24 sessions. 200+ leaders. Zero cost. 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
• Networking Reception
• Conference Materials
TEAM PASS · 5
Bring Your Leadership Team
FREE
• Up to 5 registrations
• Shared Team Lounge
• Team Intro With eMazzanti
• Post-event Session Recordings
• Group Follow-up Call
GENERAL ADMISSION
Core Event Access
FREE
• Full Day Access
• All 24 Expert Sessions
• Keynote & Closing Panel
• Networking Reception
• Conference Materials
TEAM PASS · 5
Bring Your Leadership Team
FREE
• Up to 5 registrations
• Shared Team Lounge
• Team Intro With eMazzanti
• Post-event Session Recordings
• Group Follow-up Call
POWERED BY
eMazzanti Technologies and its partners. Microsoft 4× Partner of the Year. WatchGuard 5× Partner of the Year. Inc. Fastest-Growth 2025.
POWERED BY
eMazzanti Technologies and its partners. Microsoft 4× Partner of the Year. WatchGuard 5× Partner of the Year. Inc. Fastest-Growth 2025.
SPONSORED BY
SPONSORED BY
PARTNERS
PARTNERS
GOT
QUESTIONS
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, lunch, and the evening reception are all included.
Where is the venue located?
Microsoft Conference Center, 11 Times Square (6th Floor), New York, NY 10036.
Who should attend?
SMB owners, CTOSs, CISOs, IT directors and VPs responsible for technology, security and digital transformation.
GOT
QUESTIONS
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, lunch, and the evening reception are all included.
Where is the venue located?
Microsoft Conference Center, 11 Times Square (6th Floor), New York, NY 10036.
Who should attend?
SMB owners, CTOSs, CISOs, IT directors and VPs responsible for technology, security and digital transformation.
