Same energy, same brilliant people, but now we’re dropping it into a campus that breathes liberal arts confidence, and if we’re being honest, that’s my home turf.

Here’s the thing: Lawrence University isn’t just a backdrop, it’s a vibe. Historic buildings, sharp minds everywhere, and an atmosphere that practically dares you to think bigger about networks, security, and collaboration. What people don’t understand is that when you put hardcore technologists in a place built for deep thinking, magic happens. Like, whiteboard-at-11pm magic.

Make no mistake—Appleton brings it. Walkable downtown, sneaky-good food, and just enough charm to lull you into meaningful conversations about infrastructure resilience and trust models before you even realize you’re learning. That’s the trick.

At the end of the day, this event is about connection—people to people, ideas to action, and yes, packets to destinations. Everything is connected.

Bottom line: show up, plug in, and leave smarter.