5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Registration & Check-In – "Your Journey Begins Here"
Satellite desk across from lobby check-in
Arrive and set the stage for your experience at Inspire: Empowering Our Partners. Pick up your swag bag, meeting materials and begin networking with industry peers.
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception – "Ignite Connections"
Paseo West
Kick off Inspire: Empowering Our Partners with an evening of refreshing drinks, food, and engaging conversations with key leaders in our partner ecosystem.
6:30 AM – 7:15 AM
Morning Wellness – "Rise & Recharge: Yoga for Focus"
Start your day with a relaxing yoga session to energize and prepare for the summit.
6:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast & Networking – "Fuel for Inspiration"
Camelback Patio
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet while building connections with fellow attendees.
8:30 AM – 8:45 AM
Opening Session – "Welcome to Inspire: Empowering Our Partners"
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
Speakers: Bill Wood and Colin Depree
Kick off the summit with an inspiring welcome message. Learn how this event is designed to equip you for success in today’s competitive landscape.
8:45 AM – 9:15 AM
Kickoff – "Vision 2025: Shaping the Future Together"
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
Explore the evolving opportunities in the security and access control industry, along with a clear roadmap to thrive.
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Product Roadmap – "What’s Next: Innovating for Success"
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
Speakers: Marc Handels, Bill Wood, Bart Kalver, Aitor Apezteguia
Get an exclusive look at our upcoming innovations and solutions designed to empower your business growth.
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
XSperience Lab and Sponsor Table Tops Open – "Discover & Engage"
Sonoran Sky Ballrooms 2,1
Visit the XSperience Lab to connect with product managers and explore Salto and Gantner's latest and greatest solutions. Discover cutting-edge products firsthand and gain valuable insights into their capabilities. Partners can also schedule dedicated time with technical support to get their questions answered and address specific challenges. The XSperience Lab is your go-to destination for innovation, collaboration, and expert guidance.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Networking Break – "Recharge & Reconnect"
Camelback Patio
10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
Breakout Session 1
Business Development: Unlocking New Business Opportunities with Kantech and SALTO Integration DIAMOND SPONSOR SESSION
Speaker: Tom Giftochristos - Product Manager
Explore how Kantech access control seamlessly integrates with Salto to deliver comprehensive security solutions. Learn how this powerful combination simplifies installation, enhances flexibility, and opens doors to more project opportunities. Discover real-world examples of how this integration reduces costs, streamlines management, and creates scalable solutions for clients across various industries. Perfect for security professionals looking to expand their portfolio and drive revenue growth.
Solution Awareness: Tech Troubles Unlocked – Top 5 Support Issues and Best Practices for Success
Speaker: Kelly Waldron - Technical Services Lead
Dive into the top five tech support challenges and learn actionable best practices to address them effectively. This session will cover real-world examples, common pitfalls, and proven strategies to streamline troubleshooting, reduce downtime, and enhance customer satisfaction. Perfect for those looking to optimize support processes and stay ahead of recurring issues.
Partnership: Thriving in the 55+ Community Market – Insights and Opportunities for Success
Speakers: Bryan Boone - Managing Director of Consulting and Design for M&R Design Services Group, LLC and Kyle Pfeiffer - Healthcare Industry Lead
Explore the booming 55+ community market, featuring developments that include assisted living, skilled nursing facilities and hospice care options. Hear directly from a consultant about what it takes to successfully collaborate in this growing vertical. Gain valuable insides into their needs, expectations, and opportunities to position your business effectively.
11:20 AM – 11:30 AM
Networking Break
Sonoran Sky Ballroom/Camelback Patio
11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Breakout Session 2
Business Development: Social Media Roundtable – Building Your Brand and Amplifying Your Companies Presence
Speakers: Ann Murphy - Marketing Manager, Imaan Premjee - Marketing Specialist, and Preston Grutzmacher - Residential Industry Lead
Explore the impact of social media from both company and individual perspectives. Learn strategies to enhance your online presence, engage audiences, and build credibility. Discover the power of case studies in showcasing real-world success stories and how they differ from white papers, which focus on detailed analysis and technical insights. This session will equip you with tools to leverage social media effectively and tell compelling stories that drive results.
Solution Awareness: Simplifying Storage –Turnkey Locker Solutions
Speakers: Dan Nohr - Lockering Solutions Development Engineer and John Wright - Engagement Management Leaders
Discover Salto's new turnkey locker solution, featuring locker banks, battery locks, wired locks, commissioning, and deployment services. Learn how to integrate lockers seamlessly into your existing SPACE and KS installations using the software you already know. Explore versatile use cases across verticals and see how turnkey lockers provide an effortless "easy button" for your storage and security projects.
Partnership: Seamless Access – Enhancing Security, Experience, and Credential Use with Salto and AARFID's ViQ Gate Technology
Details coming soon!
12:20 PM – 1:30 PM
Lunch & Networking – "Energize & Collaborate"
Camelback Patio
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM
Panel Discussion – Evolution of Security Industry: Navigating Change and Embracing Opportunity
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
The consolidation of security integrators is transforming the physical security landscape, redefining partnerships, and reshaping the path to market. Join Salto Business Partners, manufacturers, and industry experts for a dynamic discussion on:
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Networking Break
Camelback Patio
3:00 PM – 3:50 PM
Breakout Session 3
Business Development: Smart Synergy – Creating Safer, Smarter Communities with Salto and 1 Valet
Speakers: Hanna Haddad - CTO and Adrian Wang - VP of IoT and Construction
Join Hanna Haddad, CTO, and Adrian Wang, VP of IoT and Construction, for a demonstration of 1VALET's smart building access control solution, featuring Salto. Discover the power of our Salto integration, and how its unparalleled user experience can help you leverage our multi-family platform to differentiate your offering and maximize profitability.
Solution Awareness: Beyond Resorts – Meeting the Unique Access Control Needs of Business Travel Hotels
Speakers: Bill Bianch - Division Director Asset Management, ESA Management and Roland Smith - Hospitality Industry LeadNot all hotels operate like resorts—business-focused and extended-stay hotels have unique access control needs. Join Bill Bianchi from Extended Stay America to explore how secure, flexible access solutions enhance guest convenience and operational efficiency for long-term travelers, corporate clients, and various industries.
Partnership: Enhancing Partner Success Through First Service and Client XSperience Manager – Business Partner Inside Support Roundtable
Speakers: Armin Zmajevac, Dustin Baity, Jasmine Johnson, and Jordan Blatchley
Join this interactive roundtable featuring First Service and Client XSperience Managers as they share strategies and insights to elevate Business Partner success. Dive into real-world scenarios, discuss support best practices, and explore how these roles work collaboratively to address challenges and deliver exceptional value. Engage in open dialogue to enhance your understanding of inside support resources and strengthen your partnership with Salto.
3:50 PM – 4:00 PM
Networking Break
Camelback Patio
4:00 PM – 4:50 PM
Breakout Session 4
Business Development: Navigating the Multifamily Tech Ecosystem
Speaker: Preston Grutzmacher - Residential Industry Lead
Explore the multifamily residential market, focusing on property management platforms, resident experience app, complementary hardware and Salto's role in the tech stack. Join end-user experts as they share insights on key metrics, preferred technologies, and strategies for success.
Solution Awareness: Doors Demystified: Understanding Handing, Hardware and compliance with Salto
Speakers: Don Lopatka - Western Canada Regional Sales Manager and Vincent Longobardi - Northeast Regional Sales Manager
This session dives into the essentials of door preparation and hardware compatibility, including door handing, accurate measurements, and lock type selection. Explore key considerations for exit devices, fire door and stairwell requirements, and basic fire and ADA compliance. Whether you’re installing or specifying, gain practical insights to ensure successful projects with SALTO’s innovative access solutions.
Partnership: Powering Integration: Streamline Salto Access Deployments with Altronix Power Integration Solutions PLATINUM SPONSOR SLOT
Learn about new scalable power solutions that integrate with Salto systems to provide a single point access control system, with network power management and pre-wired options that make access control more efficient.
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Shaping the Future: Salto's Vision for Growth in the WECOSYSTEM
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
Speaker: Marc Gómez
Join Marc Gómez, CEO of Salto Wecosystem, as he sets the stage for Salto's future within the dynamic Wecosystem. Gain exclusive insights into the company’s vision for growth, innovation, and collaboration, and learn how partners can align with this strategy to drive mutual success. This keynote will inspire and empower you to be a key part of Salto's journey toward a more connected and innovative future.
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dinner & Collaboration – "Together We Lead"
Island Green/Event Lawn
Enjoy a lively evening of team building, networking, and celebration with partners and peers.
6:30 AM – 7:15 AM
Morning Wellness – "Mindful Movement: Yoga to Inspire"
7:15 AM – 7:45 AM
Refresh & Transition Time
Time for Wellness participants to freshen up and prepare for the day's activities.
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast & Networking – "Fuel for Inspiration"
Camelback Patio
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet while building connections with fellow attendees.
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
XSperience Lab Open – "Discover & Engage"
Sonoran Sky Ballrooms 2,1
Visit the XSperience Lab to connect with product managers and explore Salto and Gantner's latest and greatest solutions. Discover cutting-edge products firsthand and gain valuable insights into their capabilities. Partners can also schedule dedicated time with technical support to get their questions answered and address specific challenges. The XSperience Lab is your go-to destination for innovation, collaboration, and expert guidance.
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sponsor Expo - "Connect & Collaborate"
Sonoran Sky Ballrooms 2,1
Visit the Sponsor Expo to meet with industry-leading partners and explore their innovative solutions. Engage with sponsors to learn how their offerings can enhance your business, discover new collaboration opportunities, and build valuable connections. The Sponsor Expo is your hub for networking and discovering impactful partnerships.
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Day 1 Recap – "Key Takeaways & Success Stories"
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
Reflect on the highlights and gain insights from the first day.
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Panel Discussion – The Evolution of Identity: Redefining Access Control in a Mobile and Digital World
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
In a world increasingly defined by mobile identity, who becomes the ultimate source of truth? Join manufacturers, service providers, and SALTO Co-Founder Marc Handels as they delve into the evolving landscape of access control. Explore the balance between seamless user experiences and uncompromising security amidst the influx of tech giants. Discover the latest in biometric identity, mobile and wearable credentials, cost implications, and strategies for opening more doors while staying secure. Gain insights to stay ahead in this rapidly transforming industry.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Networking Break – "Refresh & Explore"
Camelback Patio
Stretch your legs, grab a coffee, and connect with fellow attendees or sponsors.
10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
Breakout Session 1
Business Development: Securing the Future – Campus Security Solutions for Histroic and Modern University Buildings
Speakers: Ron Shaffer - Education Industry Lead
Learn how a university tackled the challenges of retrofitting historic buildings and integrating new construction to complete a campus-wide security system. With over 3,000 locks installed, their solution ensures seamless lockdown capabilities across academic facilities and student housing, setting a new standard for campus safety.
Solution Awareness: Maximizing your SPACE Deployments
Speakers: Josh Chanca - Space Product Manager
Discover tips and best practices to optimize SALTO’s on-premise SPACE platform. This session will help you streamline programming, enhance performance, and deliver seamless access control solutions.
Partnership: DIAMOND SPONSOR SLOT
Details coming soon!
11:20 AM – 11:30 AM
Networking Break – "Connection Opportunities"
Camelback Patio
Use this time to connect with sponsors or fellow attendees, or prepare for the networking lunch.
11:30 AM – 12:20 AM
Breakout Session 2
Business Development: Hospitality Insights – Elevating Security and Guest Experience
Speakers: John Carlyon - Director of Security for The Arizona Grand and Roland Smith - Hospitality Industry Lead
Dive into the hospitality market with insights from the Director of Security, John Carlyon of the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa. Learn about their approach to integrating technology, managing security challenges, and enhancing the guest expewrience. Gain valuable strategies and actionable takeways to elevate your hospitality solutions.
Solution Awareness: Homelok Platform Best Practices and Architecture
Speaker: Preston Grutzmacher - Residential Industry Lead
Discover the innovative system architecture of the new Homelok platform tailored for multifamily properties. Learn about compatible hardware, the certification process, and key differences in subscription management. Gain practical configuration tips and best practices to streamline setup and maximize operational efficiency.
Partnership: PLATINUM SPONSOR SLOT
Details coming soon!
12:20 PM – 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch – "Energize Together"
Camelback Patio
Enjoy a curated lunch while networking. Sponsors remain available for informal discussions and product demos at their tables.
1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
Breakout Session 3
Business Development: Unraveling the Smart Workplace
Speakers: Faith Espinoza - Director of Facilities/Industrious Office, Nikki Seidman - Smart Office Engagement Manager, and Miles Ethridge - KS Product Manager
Explore how smart technologies are transforming modern workplaces, enhancing efficiency, collaboration and security. Gain insights into innovative solutions and strategies are shaping the future of the workplace.
Solution Awareness: Building a Gantner Solution, Identifying the Proper Storage Solution
Speaker: Nic Todorov - Gantner Product Manager and Ron Jones - Smart Locker SE
More details coming soon!
Partnership: PLATINUM SPONSOR SLOT
Details coming soon!
2:20 PM – 2:30 PM
Networking Break – "Refresh & Connect"
Camelback Patio
Take a moment to recharge, connect with peers, or visit sponsor tables.
2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
Breakout Session 4
Business Development: District lockdown strategies for K-12
Speakers: Lyle Radford - Security Director - Hemet Unifed School District and Ron Schaffer - Education Industry Lead
Join a K-12 district Security Director to discuss a districtwide lockdown solution that fully integrates phones, voice evacution, and more. Learn about their protocols, challenges, and successes while implementing such a system. Perfect for those in K-12 or considering this vertical. This session will offer valuable insights into integrated security strategies.
Solution Awareness: Hospitality 101: Navigating Your First Hotel Opportunity with SALTO SPACE
Speaker: Roland Smith - Hospitality Industry Lead
Step into the world of hospitality with confidence! This session is designed for those exploring their first hotel project using SALTO SPACE. Learn the key considerations, best practices, and technical insights needed to successfully navigate the unique demands of hospitality environments. From project planning to implementation, gain the tools and knowledge to deliver exceptional solutions for your hotel clients.
Partnership: Empowering Partnerships – Exploring new Partner Tools and Programs for 2025
Speakers: Michelle Johnson Director Channel Programs and Maialen Lorza - Marketing
This session highlights key features like lead management tools, digital pricebook, quoting tools, and project registration. Explore the Partner Relationship Manager (PRM) portal, 2025 Partner Program updates, and discover how these toolsencourage workflows, enhance collaboration and drive growth.
3:20 PM – 3:30 PM
Networking Break – "Last Chance to Connect"
Camelback Patio
Your final opportunity to connect with sponsors, ask questions, and share insights before the closing session.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Community Service Activity – "Giving Back Together"
Collaborate with attendees in a meaningful activity to support the local community.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Free Time
Relax and recharge before the evening festivities.
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
Happy Hour
Camelback Patio
Relax and recharge before the evening festivities.
Doors open for Gala dinner at 6:45.
7:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Closing Remarks
Sonoran Sky Ballroom
Speaker: Bill Wood
8:15 PM – 11:00 PM
Awards Gala – "Celebrating Partnerships & Excellence"
Close out Inspire: Empowering Our Partners with a formal celebration of the standout contributions and achievements in our partner community over dinner, entertainment and networking.
DIAMOND SPONSORS
PLATINUM SPONSORS