The new rules of Microsoft 365: How to lead through nonstop change in 2026
Learn how to run Microsoft 365 with confidence
Stop reacting to nonstop Microsoft 365 change. Start planning for it.
If keeping up with Microsoft 365 change feels impossible, here’s how to take back control.
Join us on January 29th to cut through the chaos of nonstop Microsoft 365 change. Between AI-driven disruption, end-of-support deadlines, and a constant stream of updates, most IT teams are stuck reacting instead of planning.
We’ll break down the biggest disruptions facing IT teams in 2026 and 2027. Help you spot the triggers that will shape your roadmap. And give you an operational framework to help you tackle modernization and governance—without living in constant firefighting mode.
What you’ll walk away with:
In this keynote, you’ll get a clear, actionable playbook to stay in control of your tenant, regardless of the changes it’s going through. We’ll walk through the latest shifts shaking up Microsoft 365 and help you figure out what to prioritize for your organization.
The biggest Microsoft 365 disruptions in 2026 and how IT teams can prepare
- AI governance. SharePoint 2016 and 2019 end of support. Data sovereignty. Rising expectations from the business. We’ll connect the dots between the biggest shifts headed your way so you can plan with context, not guesswork.
Strategies to move from reactive Microsoft 365 management to predictable cycles
- Learn how to apply a simple operating structure that helps you move from reactive cleanups to intentional cycles of modernization, governance, and improvement.
How experienced IT leaders are planning for 2026
- Hear directly from Microsoft MVPs and industry experts as they share how they’re approaching roadmap planning, change management, and governance heading into 2026.
How to make governance part of everyday operations
- Get a practical governance checklist and a sneak peek at a new governance complexity model we’re working on.
Meet the speakers
Benjamin Niaulin
As VP of Product at ShareGate, Benjamin crafts products to help organizations adopt new ways of working in the Microsoft cloud. Proficient in simplifying complex technologies, Ben is a Microsoft Regional Director and Office Servers and Services MVP.
Richard Harbridge
Richard is a Microsoft MVP and Technology & Ecosystem Strategist at ShareGate. He helps leaders gain clarity, confidence, and connection around Microsoft 365—linking partners, customers, and communities to turn tech potential into measurable impact.
Drew Madelung
Drew is a Director at Protiviti, a Cloud Solutions Architect, and a Microsoft MVP for SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft 365. He helps organizations securely deploy and adopt Microsoft 365 and Azure, with deep expertise in collaboration, content management, and information governance.
Joanne Klein
Joanne is the founder of NexNovus Consulting and a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 Apps and Security. A SharePoint and Microsoft Purview specialist, she helps organizations navigate their digital transformation with practical guidance on information architecture, data security, and compliance across Microsoft 365.
Roger R. Dominguez
Roger is Director of Microsoft Pre-Sales at SHI International Corp and a ShareGate partner, with 15+ years of experience in IT. He specializes in cloud and cybersecurity solutions, helping organizations design cloud strategies, migrations, and business continuity plans.
Shaylyn Gimby
Shaylyn is passionate about building and supporting the ShareGate network. His love for storytelling drives him to find new and exciting ways to educate and engage the M365 community both online and at in-person events.
Ready to shape your Microsoft 365 roadmap for 2026?
