Microsoft 365 Community Conference 2026: AI, Agents, and the Future of Work

The Microsoft 365 Community Conference returns to Orlando April 21-23, 2026, bringing together builders, innovators, and technology leaders for three days of AI-driven transformation and hands-on learning. This year's conference focuses on reimagining work through Microsoft's latest advancements in AI agents, collaborative applications, and productivity tools.

Why This Conference Matters

The M365 Community Conference represents Microsoft's largest gathering of customers, partners, and community leaders focused on the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. With over 150 Microsoft product makers attending and presenting, this event offers unprecedented access to the engineers and executives shaping the technologies millions use daily.

Key Highlights:

• 5 Microsoft keynotes + 1 Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) session
• 200+ breakout sessions and workshops
• Pre-conference workshops on April 19-20
• Exclusive product roadmap insights and AI demonstrations
• Hands-on experiences with Microsoft 365 Copilot, Teams, SharePoint, and more

Executive Keynote Speakers

The conference features an impressive lineup of Microsoft leadership:

Jeff Teper - President, Microsoft 365 Collaborative Apps & Platforms Tuesday, April 21, 8:30-9:30 AM Building for the Future: Microsoft 365, Agents and AI, What's New and What's Next

Ryan Cunningham - Corporate Vice President, Power Platform Tuesday, April 21, 9:30-10:20 AM Business Apps and Agents

Vasu Jakkal - Corporate Vice President, Microsoft Security Business Wednesday, April 22, 8:00-9:15 AM Securing AI: Building Trust in the Era of AI

Rohan Kumar - Corporate Vice President, Security, Purview & Trust Wednesday, April 22, 8:00-9:15 AM Securing AI: Building Trust in the Era of AI

Dr. Jaime Teevan - Chief Scientist & Technical Fellow, Microsoft Thursday, April 23, 2:15-3:15 PM The Future of Work Fireside Keynote

Karuana Gatimu & Heather Cook - Microsoft Leadership Thursday, April 23, 3:15-4:15 PM From Momentum to Movement: Where Community Goes Next

Deep Dive: AI Agents and Productivity Sessions

With AI agents dominating Microsoft's product strategy, the conference features dozens of sessions exploring practical implementation:

Agent Development and Governance

• How Microsoft Actually Builds Copilot Agents - Kristina Marko & Clint Williams
• Agent Lifecycle Management and Governance leveraging FastTrack - Pratik Bhusal & Azharullah Meer
• Protect and govern agents with Microsoft Purview - Nishan DeSilva & Shilpa Ranganathan
• Copilot Studio Governance for Public Sector - William McLendon & Richie Wallace

Real-World Implementation

• From Chaos to AI-Ready in 30 Days: Meet the SharePoint Admin Agent - Dieter Jansen & Dave Minasyan
• Turning AI Potential into High-Impact AI Business Cases and ROI - April Delsing & Olga Gordon
• Mission Readiness - Cybersecurity and Copilot in the Public Sector - Karuana Gatimu

Cross-Platform Integration

• Demystifying Multiagent (Child / Connected) and Component Collection - Bobby Chang & Dewain Robinson
• A New Way of Building! Child Agents, Instructions, and Descriptions - Dewain Robinson & Grant Gieszler
• Agent 365: The control plane for all Agents - Nikita Bandyopadhyay & Sesha Mani

Featured Sessions and Hands-On Learning

The conference includes several high-demand featured sessions designed for practical skill-building:

Your Guide What's New in Teams: Collaboration, Communication, and Copilot - Chandra Chivukula & Ilya Bukshteyn Explore the latest Teams innovations and how Copilot enhances collaboration.

Engage everywhere: communities, events, and storylines in Teams, powered by AI - Jeanette Vikbacka Castaing, Jason Mayans, Steve Nguyen, & Murali Sitaram Discover how AI transforms community engagement within Teams.

Planner, Copilot and Agents: AI Assisted Projects with Work IQ - Howard Crow & Robyn Guarriello Learn to build intelligent project management workflows.

Community and Networking Opportunities

Beyond technical content, the conference emphasizes community building:

Women in Tech and Allies Lunch Discussion - Hosted by Heather Cook with executives including Vasu Jakkal, Jaime Teevan, and Karuana Gatimu

MVP Experiences - Microsoft MVPs provide practitioner insights and real-world implementation guidance throughout the event

Community Meetups - Informal gatherings for role-based networking and knowledge exchange

25 Years of SharePoint Celebration - Tuesday documentary premiere and panel discussion

Hands-On Experiences and Demos

Attendees can explore Microsoft's latest technologies through interactive experiences:

Demo Stations - Guided walkthroughs with Microsoft experts covering scenario-based solutions

Surface + Global Skilling Bar - Hands-on Surface device experiences with AI skilling resources

Product Roundtable Discussions - Interactive sessions with User Experience Research teams

Lightning Talks - 15-minute rapid-fire sessions at the Microsoft Booth

Practical Information

Location: Loews Sapphire Falls and Loews Royal Pacific Resorts, Orlando, Florida Dates: April 21-23, 2026 (Pre-day workshops April 19-20) Cost: $1,850 for full conference (includes meals and swag)

Discount: Use code SAVE150 for $150 USD off registration

Grant Program: Small businesses and non-profits can apply for free passes at change3e.com/grants

Registration: M365Conf.com

Why Attend in 2026

This conference arrives at a pivotal moment for AI adoption in the enterprise. With Microsoft pushing aggressive AI integration across its productivity suite, attendees will gain:

• Early access to unreleased features and roadmap directions
• Direct feedback channels to product teams
• Practical implementation strategies from peers
• Networking with the global M365 community
• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools

The Microsoft 365 Community Conference 2026 represents more than just a technology event—it's a strategic opportunity to understand how AI agents will reshape work in the coming years and position your organization at the forefront of this transformation.

Register today to secure your spot at the largest M365-focused conference of the year and join the community shaping the future of work.