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Executive Leadership in the Age of AI: Lessons from WWT Co-Founder and CEO Jim Kavanaugh
AI is reshaping business faster than any technology in history. But while employees are already using AI daily, enterprises are struggling to capture value at scale. In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, WWT Co-Founder and CEO Jim Kavanaugh explains why executive leadership is the critical factor in moving beyond pilots, how companies should build the right foundations for AI and why waiting on the sidelines may be the biggest risk of all.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Crafting Your First AI Agents
– Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore Crafting Your First AI Agent, a hands-on experience designed for developers, engineers, and tech enthusiasts interested in the future of AI. You'll build real AI agents using LangChain for LLM pipelines, LangGraph for memory-driven workflows, and CrewAI for multi-agent collaboration. Learn to distinguish when to use simple tools versus dynamic, stateful, or team-based agent systems. This lab is all about practical skills—by the end, you'll have built multiple agents and will know how they think, act, and make decisions. Engage with experts and get your questions answered during the live Q&A.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Mastering Threat Detection and Incident Response
Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore the Mastering Threat Detection & Incident Response Learning Path. Inspired by a real Pass-the-Hash attack simulation, this session follows a red team campaign across the full cyber kill chain—credential theft, lateral movement, and privilege escalation. Gain hands-on experience with tools like Falcon XDR, Falcon ITDR, Security Onion, and SOAR as you learn to detect and respond to early-stage threats, escalate incidents, and defend Active Directory from Kerberoasting. Work through real-world scenarios with guidance from experienced analysts and red teamers. Ideal for Tier 1 SOC analysts aiming to level up to Tier 2/3 roles. Stick around for live Q&A with our experts.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Palo Alto Next- Generation Firewall Intermediate
Join our intermediate Palo Alto NGFW Intermediate Learning Path to take your skills beyond the fundamentals. This hands-on series dives into advanced features like SSL Decryption, unlocking powerful defenses within your NGFW. See how enabling SSL Decryption allows for enhanced security measures including URL Filtering, Credential Detection, DGA Detection, DNS Sinkholes, and more. Experience how these capabilities maximize the value of your firewall and strengthen your network against evolving threats, all while building confidence through guided labs and real-world scenarios.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: WWT AI Agentic Network Assistant
Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore the Agentic Network Assistant proof-of-concept. This hands-on session introduces a browser-based application that simplifies network operations through natural language inputs, powered by the Llama 3.3-70B local language model. See how real-time interaction with Cisco Nexus devices bridges the gap between human intent and device-level configuration or diagnostics. Experience practical labs and real-world scenarios that demonstrate how AI can accelerate workflows and reduce operational complexity. Engage with experts and get your questions answered during live Q&A.
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Hands-On Lab Workshop: Container Basics for Infrastructure Engineers
Join our virtual lab workshop to explore the fundamentals of container technology tailored for infrastructure professionals. This hands-on session introduces container architecture, their role in modern IT infrastructure, and the responsibilities of infrastructure engineers in designing scalable, container-ready environments. You'll gain practical experience installing Docker, building and managing containerized applications, and understanding how containers fit into today's infrastructure landscape. Engage with experts and get your questions answered during live Q&A. Perfect for aspiring infrastructure engineers and IT pros.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Zscaler Unified Vulnerability Management
Join our interactive lab workshop to explore Zscaler's Unified Vulnerability Management (UVM) and Risk360 modules. This session is designed for security and IT professionals seeking to enhance their organization's asset hygiene, vulnerability management, and cyber risk quantification. You'll gain hands-on experience with Zscaler's Security Fabric, learning how to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities, deduplicate findings, and streamline remediation workflows. The workshop includes practical exercises, expert guidance, and live Q&A to help you master modern vulnerability management strategies.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: WWT AI Agentic Network Assistant
Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore the Agentic Network Assistant proof-of-concept. This hands-on session introduces a browser-based application that simplifies network operations through natural language inputs, powered by the Llama 3.3-70B local language model. See how real-time interaction with Cisco Nexus devices bridges the gap between human intent and device-level configuration or diagnostics. Experience practical labs and real-world scenarios that demonstrate how AI can accelerate workflows and reduce operational complexity. Engage with experts and get your questions answered during live Q&A.
When AI Starts to Act on Its Own, Who's in Control?
As artificial intelligence moves from prediction to action, a new security frontier is taking shape. In this episode, Zscaler's Head of AI Innovation Phil Tee and WWT's VP of Global Cyber Chris Konrad explore the rise of autonomous agents, the evolution of Zero Trust and what it means to secure AI itself. From poisoned prompts to quantum threats, they warn the biggest risk isn't just deploying AI — it's trusting it. A sharp, real-world look at how enterprises can protect their future as machines begin to make decisions of their own.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Multi-Cloud DNS and IP Address Management with Infoblox
Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore the Infoblox DNS Management & Federated IPAM for Multi-Cloud Environments learning path. This hands-on session introduces Infoblox's integrated DNS and IP Address Management (IPAM) solution, focusing on multi-cloud environments. Through guided labs and real-world scenarios, you'll gain practical experience with centralized IPAM, cross-cloud DNS synchronization, federated governance, and policy-based automation. Engage with experts and get your questions answered during live Q&A. Perfect for IT professionals and network engineers looking to modernize and secure their cloud networking infrastructure.
Strategic Planning for Post-Quantum Cryptography with WWT and Palo Alto Networks
Join World Wide Technology and Palo Alto Networks experts for an engaging virtual event focused on preparing your organization for the quantum era. Discover the latest insights on post-quantum cryptography (PQC), learn about the risks of "harvest now, decrypt later" attacks, and understand why being PQC ready is critical for long-term data protection and regulatory compliance. Our experts will discuss industry trends, customer challenges, and practical strategies for building crypto agility, ensuring a smooth transition to new standards. Gain actionable guidance to future-proof your security posture and maintain resilience against evolving threats.
How AI Agents Are Transforming IT Ops
AI agents are moving from hype to the heart of enterprise IT. In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, Eric Jones and Ruben Ambrose — two leading AI experts — explore how intelligent, human-guided systems are transforming IT service management, incident response and operational scale to deliver faster resolutions, stronger security and smarter decisions across the enterprise.
Can AI Be Trusted to Run Critical Networks?
Artificial intelligence is firmly in the heart of the world's most critical infrastructure — the massive networks that keep our digital lives running. In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, two of our top trusted advisors to the world's largest network operators — Dave Clough and Yohannes Tafesse — break down the high-stakes reality of applying AI at scale, the often-overlooked work of preparing data and building trust, and why the lessons emerging from telecom will shape how every enterprise approaches AI in mission-critical environments.
Cloud, FinOps and AI: What You Need to Know About Unit Economics, GPUs and the ROI Flywheel
AI has pushed cloud into overdrive. In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, two of our top cloud experts — Jack French and Todd Barron — reset the approach and detail why cloud is the launchpad but portability is the strategy; how to start greenfield with containers and abstraction; what a real FinOps model for AI looks like (unit economics, tagging, token/GPU visibility); where neo clouds fit versus hyperscalers; and how to handle cross-cloud risk and skill gaps; and the governance moves that accelerate—not restrict—innovation.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Mastering Threat Detection and Incident Response
Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore the Mastering Threat Detection & Incident Response Learning Path. Inspired by a real Pass-the-Hash attack simulation, this session follows a red team campaign across the full cyber kill chain—credential theft, lateral movement, and privilege escalation. Gain hands-on experience with tools like Falcon XDR, Falcon ITDR, Security Onion, and SOAR as you learn to detect and respond to early-stage threats, escalate incidents, and defend Active Directory from Kerberoasting. Work through real-world scenarios with guidance from experienced analysts and red teamers. Ideal for Tier 1 SOC analysts aiming to level up to Tier 2/3 roles. Stick around for live Q&A with our experts.
AI's Trust Problem: What Great Leaders Know That Most Don't with Great Place to Work CEO Michael Bush and WWT CTO Mike Taylor
Artificial intelligence investment is exploding, but adoption often stalls. In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Michael Bush and WWT CTO Mike Taylor unpack the real reason why: trust. They reveal how culture, leadership and access — not just technology — determine whether AI pilots fail or flourish, and why people-first leadership may be the ultimate competitive advantage in the age of AI.
Reshaping Enterprise Storage with Dell
Join us for a dynamic Partner Spotlight event as we unveil Dell PowerFlex 5.0 Ultra—a breakthrough in software-defined infrastructure. Discover how this release redefines scalability, performance, and resilience with innovations like erasure coding, enhanced snapshot capabilities and simplified migrations. Storage experts will explore how PowerFlex addresses today's IT pain points, from legacy storage limitations to modern workload demands like AI/ML and VDI. This session offers deep technical insights, real-world use cases and strategic guidance for enterprises navigating digital transformation. Whether you're in finance, healthcare or another sector, learn how PowerFlex delivers faster time-to-value and sets the stage for future-ready infrastructure.
Executive Leadership in the Age of AI: Lessons from WWT Co-Founder and CEO Jim Kavanaugh
AI is reshaping business faster than any technology in history. But while employees are already using AI daily, enterprises are struggling to capture value at scale. In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, WWT Co-Founder and CEO Jim Kavanaugh explains why executive leadership is the critical factor in moving beyond pilots, how companies should build the right foundations for AI and why waiting on the sidelines may be the biggest risk of all.
Ransomware, Recovery and Resilience: How Commvault and Pure Storage Simplify Cyber Recovery
The enterprise data landscape has changed dramatically. Ransomware is no longer a distant risk — it's the defining challenge distorting how organizations think about backup, recovery, and resilience. At the same time, data volumes are exploding, regulatory pressure is intensifying, and cyber insurance carriers are raising the bar on what a "viable recovery plan" looks like.
Agents, Copilots and Beyond: Everyday AI's Jordan Wilson on Future of AI in the Enterprise
In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, we talk with Jordan Wilson, host of the popular Everyday AI Podcast, to unpack the realities of enterprise AI adoption. From tool sprawl and failed pilots to executive sponsorship and agentic models, Jordan shares lessons he's taken away from thousands of conversations with enterprise leaders — and explains why soft skills and unlearning old habits may be the ultimate keys to success.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Crafting Your First AI Agents
– Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore Crafting Your First AI Agent, a hands-on experience designed for developers, engineers, and tech enthusiasts interested in the future of AI. You'll build real AI agents using LangChain for LLM pipelines, LangGraph for memory-driven workflows, and CrewAI for multi-agent collaboration. Learn to distinguish when to use simple tools versus dynamic, stateful, or team-based agent systems. This lab is all about practical skills—by the end, you'll have built multiple agents and will know how they think, act, and make decisions. Engage with experts and get your questions answered during the live Q&A.
From Pilots to Productivity: Unlocking the True ROI of Microsoft Copilot
Millions of employees now have Microsoft Copilot at their fingertips, but only a small fraction of organizations have scaled it successfully. In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, World Wide Technology's Mike Davis and Softchoice's Craig McQueen share hard-won lessons on driving adoption, overcoming change management challenges and moving from pilots to measurable ROI. If your Copilot rollout has stalled, this conversation could be your roadmap forward.
AI Acceleration in Action: How AI in Higher Ed Is Balancing Innovation vs. Risk
AI is transforming higher education — from classrooms to research labs — but with innovation comes risk. How can universities protect sensitive data, meet compliance obligations, and still foster discovery? In this episode of the AI Proving Ground Podcast, WWT Higher Ed Principal Advisor Janet and Principal Cybersecurity Consultant for AI Bryan Fite share how one leading university is tackling AI governance and building guardrails that empower rather than restrict. Their insights reveal why higher ed is a proving ground for responsible AI adoption — and why every industry should be paying attention.
Hands-On Lab Workshop: Cisco Networking Layer 2 Technologies
Join our Virtual Lab Workshop to explore the Cisco Networking Layer 2 Technologies Learning Series. This hands-on session dives into VLANs and trunking for network segmentation, then advances to EtherChannels to enhance link aggregation and redundancy. See how mastering Spanning Tree Protocol prevents loops and boosts performance, building the foundation for resilient, modern networks. Experience practical labs and real-world scenarios that prepare you for real challenges. Engage with experts and get your questions answered during live Q&A. Perfect for aspiring network engineers and IT pros.
Cutting Costs, Boosting Performance: How Cisco and AMD Are Powering the Next Era of Healthcare IT
In this WWT Partner Spotlight, Cisco and AMD reveal how their combined expertise is helping healthcare organizations modernize Epic EMR environments, cut costs and prepare for AI adoption. Learn how denser-core servers, validated architectures and real-world testing deliver high performance, lower TCO and risk-resilient infrastructure for the most demanding healthcare workloads. Featuring Cisco Technical Solutions Architect Jon Ebmeier, AMD Healthcare IT Leader Tony Nunes and WWT's Data Center Compute Practice Lead Eric D'Lallo, this webinar will cover the state of the healthcare industry, overcoming common migration challenges, and the benefits of AMD's denser cores in reducing infrastructure costs and improving performance.