Our Shared Insights
When we gather, we anticipate those ‘aha’ moments where we not only gain insights from our partners and customers but also share our own. This year’s Ribbon INSIGHTS promises to be an inspiring journey hosted at the Omni Hotel Frisco at the Star, starting with a partner-focused day, followed by two days dedicated to our valued customers.
Immerse yourself in strategy updates hosted by Ribbon leadership, and engage in dynamic breakout sessions led by our expert team. Gain valuable insights from industry-leading providers and seize ample networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry experts.
Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with learning, collaboration, and the chance to spark new ideas. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star
Address: 11 Cowboys Way, Frisco, TX 75034
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INSIGHTS Agenda
Please check back regularly for updates as we continue to develop agenda topics specifically designed for you.
Day 1 | Nov 18 | Partners Only
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Registration Opens
1:00 pm
General Session 1
Welcome & Introductions | Joni Roberts, CMO & SVP; Ribbon
A Year of Steady Growth | Dan Redington, Sales EVP; Ribbon
Ribbon Product Strategy & Market Update | Sam Bucci, COO; Ribbon
2:00 PM
Coffee Break
2:15 PM
General Session 2
Partner Use Cases
3:15 PM
Coffee Break
3:30 PM
Breakout Session 1
Build Managed Services with Ribbon
4:00 PM
Breakout Session 2
Market Trends
4:30 PM
Breakout Session 3
Why Cloud Native Matters to Your Customers
5:00 PM
Breakout Session 4
Data Center Interconnect: How to fill your customer's bandwidth hungry requirements
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Partner Awards Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM
Monday Night Football Watch Party
Enjoy dinner and drinks by the Tostitos Championship Plaza as you watch the Monday Night Football game.
Day 2 | Nov 19 | Customers and Partners
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Registration
9:00 AM
General Session 1
Introductions | Joni Roberts, CMO & SVP; Ribbon
Welcome | Bruce McClelland, CEO; Ribbon
What is Happening in the Industry | AT&T
Fireside Chat with Ribbon's Bruce McClelland & Sam Bucci alongside AT&T
9:50 AM
Coffee Break & Networking
10:20 AM
General Session 2
Network Transformation | Steve Owens, Associate VP; Verizon
Network Modernization | Brian Bond, CTO; Brightspeed
Strategy, AI & Automation | Sam Bucci, COO; Ribbon
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Product Demos
Stop by our solution demo stations to check out first-hand Ribbon's expansive product portfolio. This year you have the opportunity to win some fun Ribbon Swag with our Event Passport Program! Details on how to win are found on the back of your badge when you register at the event.
12:00 PM
Lunch
2:00 PM
Afternoon Session
Panel: Network Modernization
General Session Recap | Dan Redington, Sales EVP; Ribbon
2:30 PM
Breakout Session 1
3:30 PM
Breakout Session 2
4:30 PM
Breakout Session 3
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Demo Happy Hour
Stop by our solution demo stations to check out first-hand Ribbon's expansive product portfolio. This year you have the opportunity to win some fun Ribbon Swag with our Event Passport Program! Details on how to win are found on the back of your badge when you register at the event.
7:00 PM
Rooftop Dinner Reception
Day 3 | Nov 20 | Customer and Partners
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Registration
9:00 AM
General Session 1
Introductions | Joni Jo Roberts, CMO & SVP; Ribbon
Welcome & Recaps | Dan Redington, Sales EVP; Ribbon
10:00 AM
Coffee Break & Networking
10:30 AM
General Session 2
"Eddie the Eagle" | Former NHL Goaltender
Eddie Belfour is our guest speaker. Many regard Belfour as an elite goaltender and one of the best of all-time. His 484 wins rank fifth all-time among NHL goaltenders. Belfour was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the 2011 class, his first year of eligibility.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Product Demos
Stop by our solution demo stations to check out first-hand Ribbon's expansive product portfolio. This year you have the opportunity to win some fun Ribbon Swag with our Event Passport Program! Details on how to win are found on the back of your badge when you register at the event.
12:00 PM
Lunch
2:00 PM
Ask the Expert Panel
2:30 PM
Breakout Session 1
3:30 PM
Breakout Session 2
4:30 PM
Breakout Session 3
6:00 PM
Dallas STAR Tour
Details on how to register to follow.
7:00 PM
Organized Offsite Dinner
Details to follow.
Contact Us: events@rbbn.com