Partners Are the Advantage: Driving the Future at .conf25

As AI becomes more autonomous and machine-generated data continues to explode, the pressure — and potential — for digital transformation is reaching new heights. Businesses across the globe are striving to respond quicker, strengthen their resilience, and extract greater value from their data. That’s why Cisco and Splunk are uniting to deliver an AI-native platform purpose-built for the next generation of digital operations. And at the heart of this journey? Our partners.

The path forward isn’t just about technology. It’s about strategy, scale, and partnership. In Kamal Hathi’s recent blog, we explore why this moment is pivotal for our shared customer ecosystem — and why there’s no better place to accelerate momentum than .conf25, taking place September 8–11 in Boston.

This year’s event is designed to equip partners with the insights, tools, and connections to lead in the AI-native enterprise. From transformative innovations to real-world go-to-market strategies, .conf25 is built around what matters most: turning possibility into progress — together.

Why .conf25 Is Where Partner Opportunity Meets Partner Advantage

Strategic Insights and Sales Enablement

.conf25 gives partners a front-row seat to the evolution of the Cisco and Splunk strategy — and how to make it real for customers.

• Partner deep dive session: Go beyond the roadmap. Get a first look at how agentic AI and full-stack observability are converging to redefine customer resilience — and drive profitable growth.
• Partner profitability breakout: Hear directly from peers and experts about what’s working in the field right now — from monetizing new AI capabilities to scaling service delivery with confidence.

This isn’t just about what’s next — it’s about what’s actionable.

Executive Access and Expert Support

At Splunk, partnership is more than a principle. It’s how we operate. .conf25 offers a high-touch environment to collaborate directly with the leaders shaping our joint future.

• Executive meetings: Request a 1:1 meeting with Splunk executives to align on business goals, joint investments, or solution integration strategies tailored to your growth priorities.
• Partner Lounge + Expert Tables: Connect with Splunk and Cisco experts in a relaxed, focused setting designed for meaningful conversations, spontaneous strategy sessions, and hands-on support.

This is where decisions are made, relationships are strengthened, and plans accelerate.

Recognition and Visibility

.conf25 is your stage to showcase what makes your business exceptional—and be celebrated for it.

• Partner Awards: Join us in recognizing the partners driving innovation, impact, and customer success across industries with exclusive access to leadership and spotlight moments.
• Brand amplification: Whether you're a rising star or a global leader, .conf25 offers a platform to share your story, elevate your brand, and expand your reach across the Cisco and Splunk communities.

You’ve earned your seat at the table — now let the ecosystem see what you’re building.

Community and Talent Development

Growth is about more than revenue — it’s about empowering our partners with the best tools in the industry.

• Splunk University: Give your technologists hands-on experience with Splunk products while building skills and connecting with peers ready to drive transformation.
• BOTS: Join us in celebrating 10 years of our cybersecurity competition. Build a SOC team and compete — partners have been on the winning team for the last two years.
• Certifications: In-person attendees can earn Splunk certifications for just $25 — an unbeatable value to deepen your team’s expertise.

Together, we’re investing in the people who will power the next decade of digital transformation.

The Partner Advantage in an AI-Native World

We’re standing at the edge of an extraordinary opportunity where real-time data, agentic intelligence, and open ecosystems are rewriting the rules of engagement. But the future doesn’t arrive automatically. It’s built by partnerships that move fast, think big, and act boldly. That’s what .conf25 is about.

This September, join us in Boston to be part of the movement. Discover what’s possible when Cisco and Splunk come together — with you at the center of it.

Let’s accelerate. Let’s innovate. Let’s win — together.

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