We recently caught up with one of our Advisory Board members, Dave Burton to hear his thoughts on the value of Kodi Connect events and why these peer-to-peer conversations continue to stand out. As a curious, adaptive, and collaborative leader known for building high-performing teams and delivering innovative cloud-native solutions, Dave shared that the experience aligns closely with the values he brings to his own work — mentorship, meaningful networking, and helping people succeed. “I find the 3 pillars Kodi Connect promotes to resonate with me,” Dave explained, highlighting inspiring connection and industry growth, curating exclusive high-impact networking experiences, and connecting leaders for growth and lasting impact. “I was able to witness firsthand how Kodi Connect puts these pillars into action, and I am impressed.”

Dave shared that what keeps him coming back is the combination of strong attendance, diverse expertise, and the natural flow of conversation throughout the evening. “Kodi Connect events are well hosted and well attended. Represented is a good swath of expertise from a good variety of companies, which means there is excellent information available,” he said. He also emphasized how valuable it is to hear how other organizations are approaching similar challenges. “These conversations matter because I need to stay informed, not just about things my company does, but hearing other approaches to similar problems,” Dave noted. He added that “it is incredibly helpful to hear how others approach problems we all face,” and that the environment makes it easy to exchange ideas and discuss solutions that may not have otherwise been considered.

When asked what makes Kodi Connect different from traditional networking events, Dave pointed to the relaxed and authentic atmosphere. “I prefer the Kodi Connect events because the agenda is not forced like other outfits often attempt. The conversations happen more freely and more naturally, so better information is available,” he shared. He also highlighted the energy and engagement that make the events memorable, saying, “The subject matter and the people and companies attending are inherently interesting.” For anyone considering attending their first Kodi Connect event, Dave’s recommendation was simple: “The Kodi Connect events are an excellent introduction to networking and interesting conversations. I would strongly recommend Kodi Connect events for first timers!” And when asked if he would return, his answer was immediate: “For certain I would come back! For all the reasons stated above!”

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To stay connected with upcoming Kodi Connect cybersecurity and technology leadership events, you can explore the full schedule of future peer-to-peer networking experiences here: https://www.kodiconnect.com/all-events. These events bring together senior leaders across cybersecurity, cloud, AI, and enterprise technology to share real-world insights and strategies. If you’re interested in taking a more active role in shaping these high-impact discussions, learn more about the Kodi Connect Advisory Board and how industry leaders help guide event programming and community direction here: https://www.kodiconnect.com/advisory-board.