BUILDING
CLOUDFEST
TOGETHER
March 23 - 25, 2021 | Online
BUILDING
CLOUDFEST
TOGETHER
March 23 - 25, 2021 | Online
THE CLOUD WAS BUILT FOR THIS
CloudFest returns on an all-digital platform amid a global pandemic as we take stock of the strengths, weaknesses, risks, and opportunities that are revealed by a globe-spanning threat like COVID-19. The internet has delivered when it was needed most, just as its architects predicted—now let’s take it to the next level. You, the cloud professional, have an important role to play in the future of technology—so join us at CloudFest 2021 and let’s build something great together.
3 DAYS, 3 THEMES
DAY 1
THE INTELLIGENT CLOUD
proudly presented by
The Intelligent Cloud empowers AI to manage and distribute complex workloads, with smart tools that make interoperability and scale more cost-effective and efficient. CloudFest 2021 will explore concrete case studies, use cases, partnerships, and analyses of the ever-closer future of AI—in terms of technology, oversight, economics, and morality.
DAY 2
WEB PROS IN THE CLOUD
proudly presented by
CSPs and CSVs specialize in uptime, scalability, and analytics. Web Professionals specialize in design and creativity. Together you move mountains: Web Pros and hyperscale platforms teamed up to save countless SMBs during the COVID-19 pandemic, and CloudFest is fostering more strong partnerships by inviting top Web Professionals to the festival.
DAY 3
THE SECURE CLOUD
proudly presented by
Safety is the #1 rule, and the threat landscape grows ever more complex. CloudFest 2021 will focus on the tools, processes, and partnerships required to deliver and demonstrate safe computing environments for your clients and end customers.
A GLOBAL DIGITAL EXPERIENCE
This virtual conference delivers the elements you know from our in-person events—and more—in a brand-new way, on a platform built for networking. CloudFest 2021 features a packed agenda with keynotes, live streams, expert round tables, region-specific learning, and prime connection opportunities.
CONTENT AND SESSIONS
- Live expert sessions and panels
- On-demand content
- Global and region-specific programming
- Hands-on Workshops
- Expert Q&A and roundtables
NETWORK AND INTERACTIVITY
- 1-on-1 video chats
- Networking lounge
- Gamification
- Intuitive matchmaking
- Live polls and quizzes
VIRTUAL EXHIBITION / SPONSORSHIP
- Virtual company areas
- Live chat with partner companies and industry associations
- Latest product updates
- Promotional offers and swag
- Business and partnership opportunities
ADVANTAGES OF A DIGITAL CLOUDFEST
Did you ever think CloudFest itself would actually be in the Cloud? It’s not just a necessity, but also an opportunity to try newer methods of sharing and networking. We all long for face-to-face contact, but what matters most is connection—and CloudFest is all about connections. We’re going digital this year because we know we can set you up for better business outcomes despite the pandemic.
- On-demand access to amazing content
- Save time and money: lower barrier to attendance
- Leave a smaller environmental footprint
- Networking-first platform with powerful content streaming
- Integrate CloudFest with your workday with smart timezone management
- Connect with a wider community than ever
GENERAL AGENDA*
Since CloudFest 2021 is reaching the entire world at once, we’ve divided the agenda into Core Time and Territory Tracks. The Core Time focuses on globally-relevant trends and ideas, while the Territory Tracks drill down into relevant content for Cloud professionals in Asia, Europe, and the Americas in association with local partners. These tracks are where you can dive deep into topics that hit close to home. Each day will focus on one of our core themes of The Intelligent Cloud, Web Pros in the Cloud, and The Secure Cloud.
* all times in UTC+1
FORMER SPEAKERS
CloudFest’s rock-star speakers have included CEOs, technologists, visionaries, scientists, extreme athletes… and actual rock stars. From within the Cloud industry and beyond, our speakers will give you fresh insights to help you tackle your business challenges—and see the world from a new perspective. The speakers for CloudFest 2021 will be announced in January. Meanwhile, these are just a few of the speakers that have graced our stages—and the tradition of blowing your mind is set to continue.

Max Schrems
lawyer, author, and privacy activist
Max Schrems
lawyer, author, and privacy activist

Will Pemble
CEOGOAL BOSS
Will Pemble
CEO
GOAL BOSS

Marie Douglas
VP, Global Technology Service ProvidersIBM
Marie Douglas
VP, Global Technology Service Providers
IBM

Birgitta Jonsdottir
Politician
Birgitta Jonsdottir
Politician

Ian khan
Technology futurist
Ian khan
Technology futurist

Fabian Thylmann
Foundermindgeek (Youporn, pornhub)
Fabian Thylmann
Founder
mindgeek (Youporn, pornhub)

Patricia Florissi
VP, Global CTO for Sales & Distinguished Engineer Dell Technologies
Patricia Florissi
VP, Global CTO for Sales & Distinguished Engineer
Dell Technologies

Göran marby
CEOICANN
Göran marby
CEO
ICANN

Brian Behlendorf
InventorApache Webserver
Brian Behlendorf
Inventor
Apache Webserver

Eugene Kaspersky
CEOKaspersky lab
Eugene Kaspersky
CEO
Kaspersky lab

Tatiana Tropina
Cybercrime ExpertMax Planck Institute for Foreign and International Criminal Law
Tatiana Tropina
Cybercrime Expert
Max Planck Institute for Foreign and International Criminal Law

Mark Shuttleworth
FounderCanonical Ltd.
Mark Shuttleworth
Founder
Canonical Ltd.

Dr. Buzz Aldrin
Apollo 11 astronautNasa
Dr. Buzz Aldrin
Apollo 11 astronaut
Nasa

Marietje Schaake
Member of the European Parliament
Marietje Schaake
Member of the European Parliament

Steve Wozniak
CO-FounderApple
Steve Wozniak
CO-Founder
Apple

Jimmy Wales
FounderWikipedia
Jimmy Wales
Founder
Wikipedia

Bhavin Turakhia
CEO & FounderFlock
Bhavin Turakhia
CEO & Founder
Flock

Laura dekker
Youngest person to Circumnavigate the globe
Laura dekker
Youngest person to Circumnavigate the globe