MMS 2025 at MOA: Full Schedule

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8:00am CDT

Defender XDR Crash Course

Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Cedar

Description:
Learn the ins and outs of implementing and using various Defender products, focusing on user and endpoint experiences. Understand how to optimize these solutions for minimal impact and gain insights from available data in Defender XDR.

What you will learn:

Gain a broad understanding of the Defender solutions.
Learn how to adjust Defender products to reduce impacts.
Understand what data is available in Defender XDR.
Explore best practices for integrating Defender into your environment.

Speakers

Nathan McNulty

Sr. Security Solutions Architect, Patriot Consulting

I am currently a Senior Security Solutions Architect for Patriot Consulting primarily helping our clients securely implement Azure, Entra, Defender, and Intune. I started my career on helpdesk for a civil engineering firm and quickly became the Enterprise Desktop Administrator. After... Read More →

Hailey Phillips

Systems Engineer | Microsoft MVP, The Pokémon Company International

Hi, I’m Hailey Phillips—a Microsoft MVP and Systems Engineer focused on automation, endpoint management, and modern workplace strategy. I’m especially passionate about bridging the gap between traditional IT and the DevOps world, helping organizations modernize in ways that... Read More →

Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Cedar

Other, Defender

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10:00am CDT

AppControl for Business: Getting Started with Servers Edition

Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Cedar

Description:
Gain the knowledge needed to protect high-profile targets running Windows Server OS, including Active Directory domain controllers, Certificate servers, and AAD Connect servers. Learn essential strategies for effective AppControl deployment.

What you will learn:

Elements needed to build a base policy for Windows Servers
How to handle popular server software
Learn to adapt your base policy to meet your needs
Best practices for securing server environments

Speakers

Tom Degreef

Senior Consultant, OSCC

Tom has been a Configmgr consultant for several years and has been a Microsoft Support Escalation Engineer for over 2 years. Tom became an independent Configmgr Consultant again and delivers consultancy for just about anything that is EMS or Systems Management related. The focus has... Read More →

Kim Oppalfens

Microsoft MVP, Senior Consultant, OSCC

Kim Oppalfens was awarded as an MVP 1st of April 2005, which makes him one of a couple of ConfigMgr April fool's MVP's. Kim is a self-proclaimed quiet, shy guy and overall nice guy, although part of that statement is currently under stress because of the evil influence of certain... Read More →

Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Cedar

Windows, Security

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1:00pm CDT

Manage Windows 365 Like a Hero: Notes from the Field

Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Cedar

Description:
Gain invaluable insights from real-world experiences managing Windows 365 environments. Empower yourself with the knowledge and tools to optimize, manage, and troubleshoot with precision and confidence.

What you will learn:

Field-tested strategies for effective management.
Optimization tips to enhance performance.
Security best practices to protect your environment.
Troubleshooting techniques for common issues.

Speakers

Adam Nichols

Senior Product Manager CAT/CxE, Microsoft

Specialties: Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, Windows Autopatch, Microsoft Intune, Configuration Manager, Autopilot, Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Entra, Hybrid Entra Join, Azure Conditional Access, and all-around technology enthusiasts!

Shannon Fritz

Senior Product Manager CAT/CxE, Microsoft

Shannon Fritz is a Senior Product Manager for the Windows Cloud Customer Acceleration Team (CAT) at Microsoft. With a rich history as an Enterprise Security MVP and two decades as a Consultant and IT Pro, Shannon is well-versed and ready to share insights and tips on Windows 365 Cloud... Read More →

Marvin Quinzon

Senior Product Manager CAT/CxE, Microsoft

Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Cedar

Windows, Management

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5:00pm CDT

Mastering The Red Dragon Inn

Tuesday May 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:45pm CDT

Cedar

Description:
Master the art of staying sober, outwitting friends, and safeguarding your gold in The Red Dragon Inn. Learn strategies to navigate this beloved card game, where fantasy characters come to life in a battle of wits and cunning. Expect laughter, strategy, and the thrill of competition.

What you will learn:

Experience the joy and competitive spirit of The Red Dragon Inn.
Gain insight into your friends' strategic minds and moral flexibility.
Understand the importance of Pooky's favor in your quest for tavern supremacy.
Learn effective strategies to win while keeping your gold safe.

Speakers

Jordan Benzing

Microsoft MVP, Manager, Security Engineering, Patch My PC

Jordan has been working in the Industry since 2009. Since starting he’s worked with Active Directory, Group Policy, ConfigMgr, SCOM and PowerShell. Jordan has also had the opportunity to work in the healthcare industry as a ConfigMgr Infrastructure Team lead supporting over 150,000... Read More →

Hosts

Damien Solodow

IT Senior Systems Engineer, Gaylor Electric, Inc.

Tuesday May 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:45pm CDT
Cedar

Happy Hour, Strategies

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