September 26th, 2024 | @ Hyatt Regency Rochester
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Agile Connect Rochester is a full day event focused on learning and sharing Agile best practices with the TechRochester community. Attendees will engage in interactive breakouts and thought-provoking discussions to explore successful Agile implementations and learn how to address common challenges.
This collaborative event encourages peer-to-peer learning and open discussion as attendees will have opportunities to share their own achievements, lessons learned, and innovative approaches to Agile implementation. These shared experiences will illustrate how Agile principles can be applied across diverse business contexts at organizations of all sizes, inspiring attendees to implement similar practices within their own organizations.
Our Partners
Keynote Speaker
Esther Derby
Keynote Speaker
Esther Derby
Esther Derby draws on four decades of experience leading, observing, and living organizational change. She works with a broad array of organizations. Her clients include both startups and Fortune 500 companies. Based on experience and research, her approach blends attention to humans and deep knowledge of complex adaptive systems. Esther has been called one of the most influential voices within the agile communities when it comes to developing organizations, coaching teams, and transforming management. Her work over many years has influenced coaches and leaders across many companies.
Esther started her career as a programmer. However, over the years she’s worn many hats. From all these perspectives, one thing was clear: individual, team, and even organizational success depends greatly on the work environment and organizational dynamics.
She’s co-author of Agile Retrospectives 2nd Edition: A Practical Guide for Catalyzing Team Learning and Improvement (2024), Behind Closed Doors: Secrets of Great Management (2005),and author of 7 Rules for Positive Productive Change: Micro Shifts, Macro Results (2019).
She’s also the host of the popular podcast, Change by Attraction and co-host of the Law of Jam podcast.
Esther has an MA in Organizational Leadership and a certificate in Human Systems Dynamics. She’s trained as a Mentor Coach and a Satir Coaching Specialist.
Agile Connect Reasons to Attend
Connect with TechRochester’s Partner Community
Access to industry leaders and individuals who share a similar interest and background can provide unique perspectives, open new opportunities for collaboration, and provide valuable insights. Strengthen your ties with the local software development community, including TechRochester’s Partners Paychex, Solü Technology Partners, ITX Corp., Miller & Associates, and Mindex.
Be inspired by what’s around you
Whether you’re new to Agile methodologies or a seasoned practitioner, there is something for everyone at Agile Connect Rochester. Exposure to industry best practices and learning from attendees and professionals who share their lessons learned will help you stay ahead of the latest trends and may even encourage you to expand your own skill set.
Gain insights from a recognized subject matter expert
Our keynote’s unique blend of technical, business, project management, and leadership skills enables them to connect with leaders at all levels, identify the right problems to be solved, and implement practical, real-world strategies to help maximize the flow of value delivery.
Testimonials
What our audience liked most about AGILE 2023
Sponsorships
For all sponsorship inquires please email sponsoragileconnect@gmail.com
Sponsorships
For all sponsorship inquires please email sponsoragileconnect@gmail.com
Diamond Event Sponsor - $7,000
Presenting Sponsor | 1 Available
– Table top signage at event
– Featured logo with linked sponsor about section on site
– Dedicated email blast
– 3 dedicated callouts on social to promote your commitment to the community & Day-of-Event callouts throughout the day
– Digital and printed signage on the main floor at event
– 10 Event Tickets ($1400 value)
– Opportunity to Include Collaterals in Welcome Bags
– Miscellaneous – Listed as Sponsor on all communications, social, emails, website. Recognition at beginning and the end of event. Optional 1-2 min speaking role/promo video. Optional Exhibitor table.
Emerald Event Sponsor - $3,000
Breakout Sponsors | 1 Available – 2 SOLD OUT – ITX and Mindex
– Table top signage at event
– Featured logo with linked sponsor about section on site
– 3 dedicated callouts on social to promote your commitment to the community
– Digital and printed signage in breakout
– 5 Event Tickets ($700 value)
– Opportunity to Include Collaterals in Welcome Bags
– Miscellaneous – Recognition at beginning of the breakout session. Optional 1-2 min speaking time slot in breakout.
Specific Job title focus.
Emerald Event Sponsor - $3,000
Breakfast Sponsor | 1 Available
– Table top signage at event
– Featured logo with linked sponsor about section on site
– 3 dedicated callouts on social to promote your commitment to the community
– Digital and printed signage in breakfast location
– 5 Event Tickets ($700 value)
– Opportunity to Include Collaterals in Welcome Bags
– Miscellaneous –Recognition at the beginning of the event. Signage at breakfast location.
Emerald Event Sponsor - $3,000
Happy Hour Sponsor | SOLD OUT – TEKsystems
– Table top signage at event
– Featured logo with linked sponsor about section on site
– 3 dedicated callouts on social to promote your commitment to the community
– Digital and printed signage in happy hour location
– 5 Event Tickets ($700 value)
– Opportunity to Include Collaterals in Welcome Bags
– Miscellaneous –Recognition at the beginning of the event. Signage at happy hour location.
Sapphire Event Sponsor - $1,000
Wifi Sponsor | SOLD OUT – Info Advantage
– Featured logo with linked sponsor about section on site
– 1 dedicated callouts on social to promote your commitment to the community
– 4 Event Tickets ($560 value)
– Opportunity to Include Collaterals in Welcome Bags
Sapphire Event Sponsor - $750
Community Sponsor | Unlimited Available
– Featured logo with linked sponsor about section on site
– 4 Event Tickets ($560 value)
– Opportunity to Include Collaterals in Welcome Bags
Emerald Event Sponsor - Breakout Sponsor
Emerald Event Sponsor - Breakout Sponsor
Emerald Event Sponsor - Happy Hour Sponsor
Sapphire Event Sponsor - WiFi Sponsor
Schedule
Registration & Continental Breakfast Opens at 8:30am, Conference Begins @ 9:15am
9:15am – 9:30am | Conference Kickoff
9:30am – 10:45am | Keynote Speaker
10:45am – 11:00am | Break / Networking
11:00am – 12:00pm | Panel Discussion
12:00pm – 1:00pm | Lunch Buffet and Networking
1:15pm – 2:15pm | Breakout Sessions
2:30pm – 2:45pm | Final Presentation / Key Learnings – Take Aways
2:45pm – 3:00pm | Conference Close / Survey
3pm – End | Optional Networking and Happy Hour
Registration & Continental Breakfast Opens at 8:30am, Conference Begins @ 9:15am
9:15am – 9:30am | Conference Kickoff
9:30am – 10:45am | Keynote Speaker
10:45am – 11:00am | Break / Networking
11:00am – 12:00pm | Panel Discussion
12:00pm – 1:00pm | Lunch Buffet and Networking
1:15pm – 2:15pm | Breakout Sessions
2:30pm – 2:45pm | Final Presentation / Key Learnings – Take Aways
2:45pm – 3:00pm | Conference Close / Survey
3pm – End | Optional Networking and Happy Hour