Sitecore Symposium 2024 wrapped up an incredible week in Nashville, where Americaneagle.com’s team and the Sitecore community gathered for keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking events. Hosted by Maggie Burke, Sitecore Operations Director and MVP at Americaneagle.com, this episode of the Sitecore Water Cooler podcast dives into the team’s favorite moments, valuable insights, and major takeaways from the conference. Key Americaneagle.com Sitecore team members – James Gregory, Ahmed Okour, Alex Lentz, Tim Shanahan, Mohammed Syam, Gaurav Agarwal, and Jared Arnofsky – share highlights, offering a glimpse into Sitecore’s latest innovations and what’s next for the community.
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Key Takeaways from the MVP Summit
The MVP Summit at Sitecore Symposium 2024 offered exclusive insights into Sitecore's product roadmap, including updates on Sitecore XM (Experience Manager), Sitecore XP (Experience Platform), and Sitecore Stream. The summit featured Q&A sessions with Sitecore CEO Dave O’Flanagan and the executive team, fostering open dialogue about Sitecore’s vision and upcoming innovations. Attendees, including first-time MVP Jared, valued the unique networking opportunities, likening it to a “real-life LinkedIn.” Roundtable discussions allowed MVPs to provide direct feedback to product owners, strengthening the collaborative approach Sitecore takes toward product development and ensuring the platform evolves with the community's needs and insights.
Top Highlights from Sitecore Symposium 2024
Sitecore Symposium 2024 in Nashville was filled with major highlights, particularly the keynote by Sitecore CEO Dave, who emphasized prioritizing customers, offering both on-premises and SaaS options, and fostering innovation through products like Sitecore Stream. A key highlight was the roadmap for XM Cloud, with updates on its robust HIPAA compliance – a significant win for healthcare clients. Additionally, advancements like WebP support, AB testing, and a user-friendly Pages editor were showcased. Sitecore announced its future shift away from Experience Editor in XM Cloud, signaling a move toward a streamlined, modern content management experience for clients.
Americaneagle.com’s Knowledge Sharing: Session Highlights and Breakdowns
Americaneagle.com’s sessions at Sitecore Symposium 2024 showcased our expertise across a range of topics, with notable contributions from the team. Tim and Maggie’s session with Westfield Insurance detailed their journey from XP to XM Cloud, including live demos and product insights. Jared and Richard Seal, Sitecore’s Principle Partner Technical Advisor, explored Sitecore Search, demonstrating multilingual search and document indexing, while James highlighted collaboration with Vercel to streamline projects. Ahmed and Alex’s popular session introduced a Gen AI tool for efficient site migrations, addressing key client pain points. Overall, the sessions provided attendees with valuable insights, and the diverse topics catered to varied interests across the audience.
Why Nashville’s Energy Made Sitecore Symposium 2024 Unforgettable for Attendees
Nashville’s vibrant atmosphere was a hit among Sitecore Symposium attendees, blending its lively culture with the conference experience. For many, including Ahmed, it was a first-time visit, and the city’s bustling, music-filled ambiance left a lasting impression. The convention center’s location – a short distance from the famous Broadway Street – allowed easy access to the lively nightlife while maintaining a quieter, professional setting for the event. The expansive convention space and nearby amenities were well-received, adding to the overall enjoyment. Attendees appreciated Nashville’s unique energy, which enhanced networking and leisure opportunities beyond the scheduled sessions, creating memorable moments throughout Symposium.
Americaneagle.com’s Awards and Recognitions from Sitecore Symposium
Americaneagle.com celebrated multiple recognitions at Sitecore Symposium 2024. They received two Sitecore Experience Awards with United Airlines for "Best Use of Data to Connect the Experience" and Brady Corporation for "Best Commerce Experience" using OrderCloud. Additionally, Americaneagle.com earned the 2024 Partner Award for Excellence in Practice Development for the Americas, highlighting their team's collaborative efforts. These accolades underscore the expertise and dedication of their team members. Symposium also offered vibrant networking events, from whiskey pairings with donuts to Nashville’s iconic live music, creating unforgettable moments for clients, Sitecore members, and partners.
Reflections on Sitecore Symposium 2024 and Looking Ahead
Sitecore Symposium 2024 left a lasting impact, showcasing Sitecore’s advancements and fostering community bonds. Americaneagle.com reflected on meaningful collaborations, celebrating awards that highlighted their dedication and expertise. The event's mix of insightful sessions, hands-on experience with Sitecore innovations, and networking opportunities provided attendees with fresh perspectives and excitement for the future. Looking ahead, Sitecore continues to push the boundaries of digital experience with potential locations like Orlando or Las Vegas for future gatherings. The community remains motivated to build on the momentum from this year's Symposium, anticipating even greater innovation and collaboration in the coming years.
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About: For years, ‘water cooler talk’ has been a natural way for people in the workplace to come together and connect on common interest topics in what would otherwise be a formal environment; it boosts morale, improves culture and gets the creative juices flowing! Some of the best workplace ideas and conversations happen through face-to-face conversations around the ‘water cooler,’ so just as the name implies, The Sitecore Water Cooler podcast is a casual conversation between colleagues and peers centered around all things Sitecore. This podcast is an outlet for various Sitecore experts within the Sitecore community to have a meaningful discussion around the latest with Sitecore products, every day topics, challenges and successes associated with this top-of-line digital experience platform. Each podcast episode will range in topic, but will be geared towards quick-hitting initiatives that affect how business is done today. Whether you’re a new Sitecore user, a Sitecore MVP, or just someone who wants to learn more about Sitecore technology and capabilities, then meet us at the watercooler!
