Delivery: In-person
Level: Advanced
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:15-18:30 Registration and networking
18:30-19:00 Organizer and sponsor time (news, Power BI latest, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: Join this session to learn best practices from the field on how to build a Fabric medallion architecture. We will cover:
1. Fabric architecture fundamentals: OneLake, workspaces, Lakehouses, and Warehouses.
2. Medallion architecture: Bronze, Silver, and Gold design patterns
3. OneLake shortcuts: sharing data while minimizing duplication
4. Power BI integration: Gold-layer data products and Direct Lake models
5. Governance and operations: security, deployment, and common pitfalls

Speaker: Sivakumar (Director Digital, Data, and Analytics at Clarkston Consulting) is a visionary and inspiring Data & Analytics Leader, who manages enterprise programs with revenues over $10M. A mentor and a hands-on professional, he immerses himself to seamlessly execute complex and challenging initiatives. Sivakumar defines & executes Data and BI strategies for large enterprises.

Sponsor: Prologika (https://prologika.com) helps organizations of all sizes to make sense of data by delivering tailored BI solutions that drive actionable insights and maximize ROI. Your BI project will be your best investment, we guarantee it!

Delivery: In-person
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:30-19:00 Organizer time (events, news, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: On July 28th, Microsoft announced the general availability of Planning in Microsoft Fabric IQ which brings enterprise planning directly into Microsoft Fabric and unifies analytics, planning, and decision making on a single trusted data foundation. This session will provide an overview of Fabric Planning with live DEMOs and explore the three key pillars of the offering, including: Planning – for no-code, self-service enterprise planning use cases; Data Management (using PowerTable) – for building reference data apps; and Intelligence – for integrated plan vs. actual reporting and more.

Speaker: Eric Hood is the Center of Excellence lead for Fabric Planning – PowerTable at Lumel and develops content for Fabric Planning for use cases, best practices, and governance. He works with Microsoft, partners, and customers to educate their teams on that content. He is a former Power BI and Power Platform technical specialist from Microsoft, analytics service owner, and Dynamics 365 CE technical architect.

Sponsor: Lumel empowers enterprises to look forward and think ahead with an innovative suite of data products that consolidate planning, BI, and data applications on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. With more than 400 employees, Lumel’s products serve over 3,000 customers worldwide across the Microsoft Power BI and Fabric ecosystem. Lumel co-engineered Fabric Planning with Microsoft.

Delivery: In-person
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:30-19:00 Organizer time (events, news, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: This practical session guides attendees through the Microsoft Fabric IQ interface: exploring workspaces, semantic models, and how ontologies are surfaced within the platform. We’ll connect a sample dataset to a semantic layer, define key business entities and relationships, and demonstrate how Fabric IQ uses that ontological context to generate richer, more accurate insights. No prior Fabric experience required. You’ll leave with a foundational understanding of how to begin structuring your own organization’s knowledge model.

Speaker: Dean Jurecic is a solutions engineer and consultant who specializes in Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. He has worked with Power BI and Fabric in a variety of industries including utilities, retail, construction, government and education. Dean is an active member of the data community, a Microsoft Fabric Certified Data Engineer and Analytics Engineer Associate and a 3x Fabric Community Super User.

Sponsor: For almost 20 years, Wiiisdom has helped customers by providing first-class Analytics Governance Solutions that enable organizations to automate their analytics operations. The Wiiisdom Cloud Platform for Power BI and Tableau consists of 3 modules: Continuous Certification, Lifecycle Management and Predictive Monitoring that are designed to help you move from reactively to proactively managing your analytics estate

Delivery: Online via MS Teams
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will NOT be provided

Agenda:
18:30-19:00 Organizer time (events, news, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: Generative AI, traditionally used for processing unstructured text, is rapidly advancing to handle structured data like relational databases, spreadsheets, and CSV files. New tools now enable AI to extract meaningful insights, identify patterns, and generate predictions from structured datasets. This presentation will explore how AI transforms our interaction with structured data, providing practical applications for enhanced automation, decision-making, and efficiency in data analysis. I will discuss ChatGPT, Copilot, and Microsoft Fabric Data Agents and provide a level-set on GenAI definitions, RAG, fine-tuning, and cover industry use cases for using both unstructured and structured data to make better business decisions.

Speaker: James Serra works at Microsoft as a data solution engineer where he has been for most of the last twelve years. He is a thought leader in the use and application of Big Data and advanced analytics, including data architectures such as the modern data warehouse, data lakehouse, data fabric, and data mesh. He has over 40 years of IT experience. He is a popular blogger ([JamesSerra.com](https://www.jamesserra.com/)) and speaker, having presented at dozens of major events. He is the author of the book “Deciphering Data Architectures: Choosing Between a Modern Data Warehouse, Data Fabric, Data Lakehouse, and Data Mesh”.

Delivery: In-person
Level: Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:15-18:30 Registration and networking
18:30-19:00 Organizer and sponsor time (news, Power BI latest, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: A practical, hands‑on session for anyone ready to move beyond generic AI chat and start building purpose‑built, enterprise‑ready agents. You’ll learn what agents really are, how they differ from traditional chatbots, and where Copilot Studio fits alongside Microsoft 365 Copilot and Azure AI services.

Speaker: Elayne Jones is a Senior Solution Engineer at Microsoft. Elayne specializes in Microsoft Power Platform, delivering scalable solutions through Copilot Studio, Power Apps, Power Automate. She helps organizations modernize workflows, build low‑code applications, and unlock insights through integrated, data‑driven experiences.

Sponsor: Prologika (https://prologika.com) helps organizations of all sizes to make sense of data by delivering tailored BI solutions that drive actionable insights and maximize ROI. Your BI project will be your best investment, we guarantee it!

Delivery: In-person
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:15-18:30 Registration and networking
18:30-19:00 Organizer and sponsor time (news, Power BI latest, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: Copilot in Power BI is generating excitement — and significant confusion. Between multiple Copilot experiences, Fabric capacity requirements, and differences across Desktop, Service, and Fabric, many Power BI professionals struggle to explain what Copilot actually does and when it makes sense to use it.
This session provides a clear, practical overview of:

• Copilot use cases that exist today
• Where Copilot works (and where it doesn’t)
• Licensing and capacity requirements
• Current limits that impact real‑world adoption

Rather than a technical deep dive or demo, the focus is on clarity and expectation‑setting — helping attendees evaluate Copilot realistically and explain it confidently to Excel users, business stakeholders, and clients.
Attendees will leave with a framework they can use to make informed decisions about Copilot and confidently explain it to others.

Speaker: Jackie Kiadii is a Power BI trainer specializing in helping Excel users successfully transition to Power BI and adopt Microsoft analytics tools with confidence. She is a retired Microsoft Excel MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), Microsoft Data Analyst Associate (PL‑300), and Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert. Jackie focuses on turning complex Microsoft BI topics into clear, practical guidance that supports real‑world adoption. Her work emphasizes licensing clarity, user expectations, and helping teams avoid costly or unnecessary decisions when implementing Power BI and Copilot.

Sponsor: CloudStaff.ai

Delivery: In-person
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:15-18:30 Registration and networking
18:30-19:00 Organizer and sponsor time (news, Power BI latest, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: New to Microsoft Fabric? Don’t worry—you already know more than you think. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll explore how your existing SQL skills translate directly into Fabric without needing to learn Spark, Python, or unfamiliar engineering tools. You’ll see how SQL can be applied across Fabric items to explore, shape, and analyze data with confidence. If you’re just beginning your Fabric journey, this session offers a simple, approachable path to success using the skills you already have.

Speaker: Shabnam is a business intelligence consultant and owner of ABI Cube, a company that specializes in delivering data solutions using the Microsoft Data Platform. She has over 20 years of experience and is recognized as a Microsoft Data Platform MVP for her technical excellence and community involvement. She is passionate about helping organizations harness the power of data to drive insights and innovation. She has a deep expertise in Microsoft Analysis Services, Power BI, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Microsoft Fabric. She is also a speaker, blogger, and organizer for SQL Saturday Atlanta – BI version, where she shares her knowledge and best practices with the data community.

Sponsor: Prologika (https://prologika.com) helps organizations of all sizes to make sense of data by delivering tailored BI solutions that drive actionable insights and maximize ROI. Your BI project will be your best investment, we guarantee it!

Delivery: In-person
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:15-18:30 Registration and networking
18:30-19:00 Organizer and sponsor time (news, Power BI latest, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: Join us for an engaging session exploring how to build powerful translytical applications using Power BI, Functions, and SQL Database within Microsoft Fabric. We’ll discuss best practices for integrating analytics and transactional workloads, demonstrate real-world use cases, and provide actionable tips for leveraging Fabric’s unified platform. This talk is ideal for data professionals interested in bridging analytics and operations for enhanced business value.

Speaker: Sukhwant has served as a Product Manager at Microsoft for the past few development cycles. During this time, she’s focused on the entire product management lifecycle, from working with development teams and user experience to collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive customer satisfaction in ensuring our products not only meet but exceed customer expectations.

Sponsor: At CloudStaff.ai we’re making work MORE. HUMAN. We believe in the power of technology to enhance human potential, not replace it. Our innovative AI and automation solutions are designed to make work easier, more efficient, and more meaningful. We help businesses of all sizes streamline their operations, boost productivity, and solve real-world challenges. Our approach combines cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of human needs, creating solutions that work the way people do! https://cloudstaff.ai

Delivery: In-person
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Food: Pizza and drinks will be provided

Agenda:
18:15-18:30 Registration and networking
18:30-19:00 Organizer and sponsor time (news, Power BI latest, sponsor marketing)
19:00-20:15 Main presentation
20:15-20:30 Q&A

Overview: Do you sometimes get lost in a sea of complicated DAX and wonder if there is an easier way? Is it difficult to drive self-service reporting in your organization because business users aren’t familiar with the nuances of DAX and Semantic Models? Visual Calculations might be able to help!

Introduced in 2024 and currently in preview, this feature is designed to simplify the process of writing DAX and combines the simplicity of calculated columns with the on-demand calculation flexibility of measures. This session is an overview of Visual Calculations and how they can be used to quickly produce results including:
• Background
• Example Use Cases
• Performance
• Considerations and Limitations

Speaker: Dean Jurecic is a business intelligence analyst and consultant specializing in Power BI and Microsoft Fabric with experience across diverse industries, including utilities, retail, government, and education. Dean is a Fabric Community Super User who holds a number of Microsoft certifications and has participated in the “Ask the Experts” program for Power BI at the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference.

Sponsor: Key2 Consulting is a cloud analytics consultancy that helps business leaders maximize their data. We are a Microsoft Gold-Certified Partner and our specialty is the Microsoft cloud analytics stack (Azure, Power BI, SQL Server).