Secure Data Technologies, Inc.

05/26/2026

We understand that not everyone loves clicking external links to watch videos on social media so we’ve made it easier!

We’ve now embedded the official 2026 Show-Me IT Summit recap video directly into this post so you can experience the highlights of the event without ever leaving Facebook or Instagram.

Thank you again to all of our attendees, speakers, sponsors, partners, and vendors who helped make this year’s summit such a success. The level of engagement and collaboration throughout the event reinforced just how important it is to continue bringing these conversations to our region.

We’re already looking forward to coming back next May even bigger and better.
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05/22/2026

This Memorial Day, all of us at Secure Data pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.

As we spend time with family and friends this weekend, enjoy the moments, make memories, and take a moment to reflect with gratitude for those who made it all possible. Wishing everyone a safe, meaningful, and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend.

05/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2026 Show-Me IT Summit in Columbia, Missouri!

One of the biggest reasons Secure Data Technologies, Inc. created this event was because small to mid-market communities deserve access to the same level of IT leadership conversations, cybersecurity insights, innovation, and strategic technology discussions often reserved for major metro areas. Bringing together business leaders, IT professionals, manufacturers, educators, healthcare organizations, and technology partners in Mid-Missouri is incredibly meaningful for everyone involved in IT.

We’re proud to help create a platform where organizations across the region can collaborate, learn, and prepare for the future of technology in Columbia and Mid-Missouri.

And we’re just getting started. We’ll be back next May even bigger and better and can't wait to see you then!

Click below to watch the official Show-Me IT Summit recap video on our YouTube channel:

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05/14/2026

Most organizations don’t have a technology problem.
They have an alignment problem.

When CIOs, CEOs, and COOs operate with different priorities, even the best technology investments struggle to deliver results. Strategy slows down. Ex*****on breaks down. Momentum disappears.

In our latest insight, we explore why leadership alignment has become one of the biggest drivers of business performance — and how organizations can finally close the gap between technology strategy and operational ex*****on.

If your organization is struggling to move from vision to velocity, this is a must-read.

Read the full article here: https://www.securedatatech.com/the-alignment-problem-how-cios-ceos-and-coos-can-finally-get-on-the-same-page/

05/08/2026

This Mother’s Day weekend, all of us at Secure Data Technologies want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, and mother figures who make such a lasting impact on our lives every day.

Thank you for the strength, guidance, encouragement, and care you bring to your families, workplaces, and communities.

Wishing you a weekend filled with appreciation, relaxation, and time spent with the people who matter most. Happy Mother’s Day from the Secure Data Technologies family!

05/05/2026

Show Me IT Summit Update! The Premier IT Summit in Mid-MO is underway with plenty of networking, manufacturer mingling, and hot topic breakout sessions going on.

Special thanks to our manufacturer and local partners Rapid7 Verkada Arctic Wolf Networks Check Point Software Technologies Pure Storage (Everpure), Veeam Software Vertiv Cisco
We are still taking walk-up registrations for lunch and afternoon sessions! For more information click https://www.securedatatech.com/showme-it/

05/04/2026

TOMORROW IS THE DAY!

The Show Me IT Summit 2026 is almost here and there’s still time to secure your spot! You definitely will not want to miss our Keynote Speaker either!

Keynote Lunch: Leadership, Resilience & Real-World Ex*****on

We’re honored to welcome Michael Zerbonia, Major General (Retired), as our keynote speaker. With more than 30 years of leadership experience in the military and law enforcement, General Zerbonia will share powerful, real-world insights on:

✔️ Building high-performing teams under pressure
✔️ Leading through uncertainty and change
✔️ Turning strategy into ex*****on when it matters most

This is more than a keynote. It’s a leadership session you don’t want to miss.

We’re still accepting registrations so don’t miss your chance to be there: https://www.securedatatech.com/showme-it/

05/01/2026

Breakout Session Spotlight: Real Talk with Engineers

At the Show Me IT Summit 2026, some of the most valuable insights don’t come from slides—they come from real conversations. Join us for this "fireside chat" with Nick Griggs, Ryan Fangers, and Ken McCullough of Secure Data Technologies for an open, unscripted conversation on what’s really happening in today’s IT environments.

This session will cover:
✔️ Real-world challenges engineers are solving right now
✔️ Lessons learned from the field—what works and what doesn’t
✔️ Open Q&A with experts who live this every day

If you want practical insights (not theory) this is your chance to hear directly from the people in the trenches.

Registration is free and includes full access, meals & networking. Register here -> https://www.securedatatech.com/showme-it/

04/30/2026

Breakout Session Spotlight: Staying Ahead Means Knowing What's Next

At the Show Me IT Summit 2026, staying ahead means knowing what’s next, especially when it comes to protecting your data. In this session, Adam Cass with Veeam Software will share the latest innovations shaping the future of data protection, backup, and recovery.

This session will cover:
✔️ How to strengthen your backup and disaster recovery strategy
✔️ Best practices for protecting against ransomware and data loss
✔️ New features and capabilities from Veeam Software

If your organization depends on data (and it does), this session will help ensure you’re ready for whatever comes next.

Registration is free and includes full access, meals, happy hour & networking. Register Today! https://www.securedatatech.com/showme-it/

04/29/2026

We're now less than a week from Mid-MO's largest tech conference!

Show-Me IT Summit Breakout Session Spotlight: Simplify to Scale

Complexity is the enemy of ex*****on. The organizations winning today are the ones simplifying operations to move faster and smarter. Join Conlan McDonough with Cisco as he breaks down how unified platforms are transforming the way modern IT teams operate.

This session will explore:
✔️ How consolidating tools reduces complexity and operational drag
✔️ The power of a “single pane of glass” for visibility and control
✔️ Strategies to improve efficiency, scalability, and performance across your environment

If your IT environment feels fragmented or overly complex, this session will show you how to streamline operations and drive better outcomes.

Registration is free and includes full access, breakfast, lunch, happy hour & networking. Register today: https://www.securedatatech.com/showme-it/

04/28/2026

We’re ONE WEEK AWAY from the Show Me IT Summit 2026!

As we count down to May 5, we’re not only talking about technology, we’re talking about the people behind it also. Our very own Jordyn Steffey will lead an important and timely conversation around the realities of working in today’s fast-paced IT environments.

Her session, "Managing Mental Health and Burnout in Tech" will cover:
✔️ Recognizing the signs of burnout in yourself and your team
✔️ Strategies to manage stress and maintain performance
✔️ How to build a healthier, more sustainable culture in tech

In an industry driven by constant change and high expectations, taking care of your people isn’t optional, it’s essential.

Registration is free and includes full access to sessions, meals, happy hour and networking. Register here: https://www.securedatatech.com/showme-it/