We are excited to announce Community Days Los Angeles 2024, a premier community-driven conference dedicated to Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform. This event will take place at the state-of-the-art Microsoft Office in Playa Vista, providing a vibrant and dynamic setting for learning, networking, and sharing expertise. We are bringing together a diverse group of speakers, including industry experts, Microsoft MVPs, and seasoned professionals, each with unique insights and experiences. 
When will keynotes, registration, and session occur on the day of the event?
<ul><li>Registration opens with breakfast and coffee available at 7:30am.</li><li>The conference keynote begins promptly at 8:10am.&nbsp;</li><li>Lunch is provided from Noon-1pm.</li><li>Sessions are throughout the day concluding at 5pm.</li></ul>
This event is part of the Microsoft Global Community Initiative, where we're all about empowering individuals and organizations to unleash their potential with technology. Join our vibrant community of learners and innovators for an unforgettable experience!
See you in Los Angeles!

<ul><li>Registration opens with breakfast and coffee available at 7:30am.</li><li>The conference keynote begins promptly at 8:10am.&nbsp;</li><li>Lunch is provided from Noon-1pm.</li><li>Sessions are throughout the day concluding at 5pm.</li></ul>

Get ready, Los Angeles! This free tech extravaganza will feature over 35 dynamic sessions focused on Microsoft 365 technology, tailored specifically for our vibrant community. We're bringing together tech experts, enthusiasts, industry pros, and die-hard Microsoft fans for a day packed with immersive learning, networking galore, and plenty of inspiration. We know the importance of building strong connections in the tech world, which is why sponsoring #CommunityDaysLA offers a unique chance to engage directly with attendees. We've crafted <a href="https://communitydaysstorage.blob.core.windows.net/events/2024/9c35ad24-9a7b-443a-aa13-3fa808ae384c/33cec63eCDLA_2024_Sponsorship_Packages.pdf" target="_blank">exciting sponsorship packages</a> designed to match your marketing goals perfectly. Each package includes perks like prime exhibition space, speaking slots, full attendee lists, prominent logo placement, social media buzz, and much more. Join us in making the inaugural Microsoft 365 Community Day in Los Angeles an extraordinary event that sparks creativity, learning, and community spirit. Let's innovate, educate, and connect together!
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Microsoft Community Days Los Angeles 2024

Malibu

Organizations are increasingly recognizing the value of data-driven decision-making. Simply collecting and storing data isn't enough. To truly harness its potential, businesses need to transform their data into actionable insights and deliver those insights to their end-users through well-designed analytics products.

This presentation will explore the concept of "analytics as a product" and provide a practical framework for building, launching, and scaling analytics products that drive business value. 

Key topics will include:

The Product Mindset: Understanding the principles of product management and how they apply to analytics.

Defining Your Target Audience: Identifying the needs and pain points of your end-users and designing solutions that address them.

Building Your Analytics Product: From MVP to full-fledged product, understanding the development lifecycle and key considerations for success.

Data Storytelling: Effectively communicating insights and recommendations to stakeholders through compelling narratives and visualizations.

Scaling Your Product: Strategies for expanding your user base, monetizing your product, and continuously improving its value proposition.

Whether you're a data analyst, product manager, or business leader, this presentation will equip you with the knowledge and tools to successfully build and scale analytics products that deliver real impact for your organization.

**Key Takeaways:**

Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the "analytics as a product" mindset.

Learn a practical framework for building and scaling analytics products.

Discover strategies for effective data storytelling and communication.

Gain insights into the latest trends and best practices in analytics product management.


Building and Scaling Analytics Products

Microsoft Lists are a great way to easily structure your data and build simple solutions with Power Apps and Automate. If you come from a SharePoint background, they may be all you know.

However, there are many benefits to using Dataverse, and learning how to use it is not as scary as it sounds!

In this 1-hour session, join Nick Brattoli as he explains how Dataverse works from the perspective of someone familiar with Microsoft Lists, Canvas Apps, and Power Automate.

He'll discuss and demonstrate topics such as:

Dataverse fundamentals such as environments, tables, and columns

Strengths and limitations of Dataverse versus Microsoft Lists

Security and Governance

Attaching files

Copying data between Microsoft Lists and Dataverse with Power Automate

Tips & Tricks to get started

So if you're familiar with Microsoft Lists and/or SharePoint, but not Dataverse or Dynamics 365, you don't want to miss this one!


How Do Dataverse and Microsoft Lists Compare?

Understanding the wide range of features in SharePoint Premium can be intimidating. This session will simplify the platform by demonstrating its value through a practical business case. Attendees will learn how to leverage key features to solve real-world challenges and enhance productivity. We’ll explore how eSignature can streamline document signing processes with secure, legally binding electronic signatures, and how translation capabilities can break down language barriers, ensuring seamless communication across global teams. Additionally, we’ll show how autofill can save time and reduce errors by automating data entry.  Join us to discover how these features and more can transform your business operations and drive success.
 

Unlocking the Full Potential of SharePoint Premium: A Business Case Approach

You and your company have invested heavily in Microsoft 365 with both licenses, solutions, FTEs, etc. With the threats to the Microsoft ecosystem, you must take your place within how your organization responds to cyber incidents.  This means, the job of every professional dedicating their careers to Microsoft 365, you must elevate your knowledge about the NIST 2.0 framework, Incident Response and know what role you will play in responding.

Why Do You Need to Care about Incident Response for Microsoft 365 Data

No other enterprise content and collaboration platform approaches the governance capabilities available in Microsoft 365. Unfortunately, these features are not always well understood or successfully implemented. What are the ramifications of organic growth of information systems in a large Microsoft 365 installation, and how can these be prevented or remediated with appropriate governance?  Key topics following the introduction include:
•	Who is responsible for platform governance, and how can its effectiveness be assessed?
•	What are the key governance areas to address first?
•	What is the timeline for a governance project?
•	What is required in terms of people, information and time to first implement and then sustain proper governance?
Each topic will incorporate the most current technical aspects of implementing governance successfully on Office 365. This is important because the platform changes rapidly. Following the presentation attendees will be allowed a brief Q&A. 

Roadmap to Successful Governance on the Microsoft 365 Platform

Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a healthcare professional, or someone passionate about social impact, this session will provide valuable insights into the intersection of AI and healthcare. Engage with experts, learn about groundbreaking data hacks, and see how technology can be a force for good in solving some of the world’s most pressing health issues.


Empowering Health with AI: The Sick Titties Initiative and AI-Powered Financing

This will be an engaging speaking session where attendees will learn how to build a stunning, functional app designed to streamline real-world approval processes. Attendees will see step-by-step instructions, using beautiful app example templates to spark creativity and inspire your designs. We'll also share best practices for creating smooth, effective approval processes that are both user-friendly and robust.

In this session, attendees will discover how to incorporate key features such as "My Actions," notifications, and the ability to open approval items directly from email. We'll demonstrate how to create and save PDFs, capture signatures, and more. These tips and techniques will empower attendees to build an app that not only looks great but also enhances productivity and satisfaction for everyone involved in the approval process. 

Whether the attendee is a seasoned developer or just starting out, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tools to elevate your app development skills.






