Microsoft Summit 2025 - Agenda

08:30 | Registration and breakfast

09:30 | KEYNOTE: Microsoft's security, compliance and identity roadmap for 2025

Marc Carney – Director, Security Business Group, Microsoft

Marc will share the latest and greatest product developments in the Microsoft SCI suite including Security Service Edge (SSE), governance, cloud security, Copilot, data security, and threat protection improvements.

10:30 | Secure cloud transformation roadmap

Mathew Richards – Head of Secure Digital Transformation, Kocho

Kocho’s tips and tricks to help you achieve secure cloud transformation. Examining key security and compliance data principles and how to lay the foundation for AI within your cloud environment.

10:50 | Coffee break

11:20 | Product Preview: Improving the user experience of Identity and Access Management

Stefan Baldey – Product Development Director, Kocho

11:40 | WithYou's experience of a managed service and the journey to Cyber Essentials Plus

Effie Simmons – Director of Transformation, WithYou

WithYou, are a charity with over 80 locations across the UK. There mission is to deliver free, confidential support and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health.

http://www.wearewithyou.org.uk

12:00 | Tales from the SOC: New security threats, trends, and tactics seen form the Kocho SOC

Anna Webb – Head of Global Security Operations, Kocho

We reveal the cyber trends, threats and tactics we are seeing live in the Kocho SOC, and showcase the XDR Rapid Protect service and unique ClearVue reporting capabilities.

12:20 | Redefining Cyber Governance: AI-Powered Compliance for a New Era

Itai Zarom – Head of Machine Learning, CYFOX

As security threats evolve, so must our approach to governance, risk, and compliance. In this session, discover how OmniSec leverages cutting-edge AI to automate compliance workflows, streamline evidence collection, and deliver real-time security assurance. From virtual CISOs to dynamic gap analysis, see how organizations are transforming GRC from a manual burden into a strategic advantage.

12:45 | Lunch

14:00 | Workshop session 1

Attend one 60-minute workshop from the options below.

Understanding and using Global Secure Access
Guy Whittle Auditorium
We’ll explore how Microsoft Entra Internet Access and Private Access can be configured and used to secure your environment.

Combatting Managed SecOps Challenges
Max Rayne Auditorium
We discuss the challenges of achieving successful managed security operations and common fears associated with outsourcing. Plus, how Kocho’s Managed XDR Rapid Protect service, built upon Sentinel and Defender XDR, can help you see and respond to threats fast.

Hands-on with Entra Suite, including ID Governance
Naim Dangoor Auditorium
Interactive session with demos showcasing the capabilities of the Microsoft Entra Suite.

Intune, Device Management and Mobile Connectivity
The Seminar Suite
Streamlining the end-to-end management of devices and mobile connectivity. Interactive demos of new capabilities in Intune and eSIM management.

Digital Transformation and operational efficiency
The Training Suite
Improving your digital transformation maturity, optimising your cloud investment and discussing Copilot Agents.

15:00 | Coffee break

15:20 | Workshop session 2

Attend one 60-minute workshop from the options below.

Entra as the foundation of Security
Guy Whittle Auditorium
Using Entra Confitional Access, Risk and Device monitroing to secure access to your services.

Microsoft 365 Data Security Masterclass
Max Rayne Auditorium
Overview of the M365 tools that stop unauthorised access and sharing of your sensitive data. And how Microsoft Purview can enable secure AI adoption.

Defender XDR from the trenches: Your blueprint for success
Naim Dangoor Auditorium
Ditching the theory for practical, hard-won lessons from real-world deployments. We’ll share essential tips, key considerations and the common pitfalls to avoid for a smooth Defender XDR rollout.

Secure Azure Cloud Modernisation
The Seminar Suite
Dig deeper into Azure Landing Zones, Infrastructure as Code, Azure DevOps, and how Kocho EVOLVE can help manage your environment.

External Identity Management
The Training Suite
Discussing the world of AAD B2C, External ID and Verified ID/Face Check, including the latest updates and migration strategies.

16:30 | GUEST SPEAKER: Becoming Digitally Curious®

Andrew Grill – Digital Futurist

Andrew Grill is a globally recognised AI expert, futurist, and tech industry leader with over 30 years of experience driving innovation and success within technology companies.

Ranked among the world’s top 10 futurist speakers and a finalist for AI Expert of the Year, Andrew is renowned for delivering insightful, action-oriented keynotes that resonate with audiences worldwide.

As a former Global Managing Partner at IBM, Andrew has worked closely with senior executives from Vodafone, Adobe, DHL, Nike, Nestle, Bupa, Mars, Sanofi, Dell Technologies, and the NHS.

17:35 | Drinks and food

In-house vs. outsourced security operations: Which is right for you?

How technology creates the competitive edge in private equity

Cyber Threat 2025 Report

The Complete Guide to Microsoft Entra

Microsoft Technology Summit 2025

Microsoft Cloud Security Tools Unpacked

Agenda

Tuesday, 17 June 2025