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🚀 Did you know? CNA Corporation’s Field Program once placed a brilliant female applied mathematician at Miramar — and that real-life moment helped inspire the original Top Gun movie. Today, CNA continues to lead with purpose. In partnership with Cloudforce, they launched Morse Code—a secure #AI platform powered by nebulaONE®, helping analysts work more efficiently while keeping sensitive data protected. Balancing #security and innovation is no easy feat. Take a look at the key takeaways below to see how CNA is accelerating research and strengthening national security with generative AI. 👉Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/d8Bxnvcn 🙏 Special thanks to Rizwan Jan, VP & Chief Information Officer at CNA, Gregor Goodman, Director & Chief Technology Officer, and the entire CNA team for their partnership and trust. Huge appreciation as well to our internal project team—Katie B., Shannon Donley, Ryland DeGregory, Michael Ryan and many others—for bringing this story to life from strategy to delivery. #CustomerStories #gocloudforce #Microsoft #AI #Cybersecurity

 💥 What an incredible time we had at the Bitcamp Bonanza: Sponsor Fair! Cloudforce, alongside Microsoft, had the opportunity to network with some of the brightest future tech leaders and start building connections with prospective hackers. We kicked off the event with a brief presentation, followed by a fantastic sponsor fair — setting the stage for incredible innovation at the University of Maryland’s upcoming hackathon! 💻✨ We’re proud to return as a sponsor of Bitcamp, the nation’s largest college hackathon, happening this weekend! Events like Bitcamp are where big ideas are born — fueling Maryland’s innovation culture and giving students the space to build, create, and push boundaries. As a company deeply rooted in Maryland’s thriving tech ecosystem, we’re honored to support initiatives that empower the next generation of tech leaders. We can’t wait to see the groundbreaking ideas that emerge at #Bitcamp2025! 🚀

🚀 The world of #AI is expanding rapidly, but with innovation comes the challenge of securing sensitive #data. Without proper #datagovernance, organizations risk exposing confidential information or facing poor AI deployments. 🔒 In our latest blog post by Senior Cloud Solutions Engineer Jonathon Segars, we explore how Microsoft #Purview helps businesses secure and govern their data. From sensitivity labels to Data Security Posture Management (#DSPM), these tools ensure your sensitive information is protected and your AI implementations are effective. 👉 Curious how to enhance your data governance? Check out the full blog post now!  https://lnkd.in/edRqU4VU 

📢 Shout out to Microsoft's Global Black Belt team for inviting us to co-present on Azure AI Avatars today at the AI Tour in Atlanta! 👇👇👇

Empowering Future Tech Leaders at BAM Minority Student Day! 🚀 Cloudforce was honored to return as a sponsor for Blacks at Microsoft’s (BAM) annual Minority Student Day at Microsoft Arlington! This year felt especially meaningful as Microsoft celebrates its 50th anniversary — a milestone that reminds us how far the tech industry has come and how important it is to invest in the leaders of tomorrow. 🎉 🍸 🤝 We had the privilege of supporting the next generation of tech talent by sponsoring the Mock Networking Mixer, a hands-on session designed to help students build confidence in professional conversations. From mixing up mocktails to engaging as example networkers, we created an interactive, welcoming space for students to practice networking in a real-world setting.  It was inspiring to see so many future leaders step out of their comfort zones, make new connections, and refine the skills that will carry them forward in their careers. A huge thank you to Microsoft and the entire BAM team—including Nuvie Ewharekuko, Tatyana P., and Jailynn Robinson, MBA—for organizing such a fantastic event! To all the students who participated, we can’t wait to see where your journeys take you. And a special shoutout to our #eliteforce volunteers—your energy, insights, and support made this experience truly memorable! 🙌 Cloudforce remains committed to paving pathways for underrepresented students in tech, and we look forward to continuing this important mission. Until next time, BAM Minority Student Day! 🚀 #bmsd2025 #GoCloudforce #Microsoft50

🚀 What an Incredible Cloud and AI Meetup! 🚀   A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening! From the powerhouse panel of speakers to the live #AI demos, the event was filled with innovation, insights, and meaningful connections. The turnout was nothing short of inspiring, with so many like-minded professionals coming together to explore the possibilities of AI. Our community is growing stronger every day, and we’re excited about the conversations sparked and the relationships built during the event. 🙌💡 🎤 We were honored to have Lydia Smyers, Microsoft’s VP of Northeast Region (Americas), alongside Dheepa Iyer, Microsoft Senior Director, Azure Data & AI Solutions, and our own Husein Sharaf, CEO of Cloudforce. The Q&A panel was a highlight of the night, sparking dynamic discussions about AI’s real-world impact, business transformation, and the future of #cloud technology. 🤖 The live demos showcased AI agents being built in real time using #Azure and #Copilot, demonstrating firsthand how AI can integrate systems and #data to drive real business outcomes. It was an inspiring look at the power of AI in action. We’d also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated in support of Team Microsoft and Bike MS 🚲. Your generosity is making a real difference, and we appreciate your support for such a meaningful cause. 🤝 This event was a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation, and we’re grateful to be on this journey with such an amazing community. We can’t wait for the next one! 👉Join our Meetup group to stay in the loop on upcoming Cloud & AI events, demos, and networking opportunities! https://lnkd.in/eRExD3-4

🌟 Bringing Energy, Engagement and Excellence: April’s Employee Spotlight – Aniya Young! 🌟   This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Aniya Young! As Junior Workforce Coordinator, Aniya is a driving force behind employee engagement at Cloudforce. She plays a key role in creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and connected—from coordinating onboarding efforts to championing engagement initiatives that strengthen our workplace culture. 🎯   💬 Christina Kelly, Workforce Development Lead, shared: “As our Junior Workforce Coordinator, Aniya practices HR with heart. She leads with compassion, makes those around her feel truly heard, and tackles every challenge with a smile. Her infectious positivity makes her an invaluable part of our Workforce team.”   Aniya’s dedication and enthusiasm haven’t gone unnoticed! At this year’s 4th Annual company Cloudies, Aniya was honored with the Glee Award 🏆, recognizing her outstanding commitment to Cloudforce’s core values. Her impact is felt across the organization, and we’re lucky to have her on our #eliteforce. As a key member of the Workforce team, Aniya plays a crucial role in fostering employee engagement and ensuring that Cloudforce remains a supportive, inclusive, and motivating place to work. Her focus on enhancing the employee experience has made a significant impact, from creating initiatives that boost morale to providing continuous support to our team members. 🙌 Thank you, Aniya, for your hard work, compassion, positivity, and the incredible energy you bring to our team! 👏

🚨 The Microsoft Fabric Community Conference is happening now — and it’s SOLD OUT! We’re on-site capturing the biggest moments, and we’re thinking about hosting a virtual recap for our community 👀 Would you be interested? Let us know down below ⬇️ #MicrosoftFabric #DataCommunity #AI #Cloud #Meetup

🚀 Our #eliteforce is currently in Las Vegas at the The Microsoft Fabric Community Conference, exploring the latest #data and #analytics innovations! If you couldn’t make it this year, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Check out our latest blog, Unlocking the Power of Microsoft Fabric by Cloud Solutions Engineer Michael Ryan, to discover how this game-changing platform is revolutionizing #datamanagement, analytics, and #governance. From real-time insights to #AI-powered solutions, #MicrosoftFabric is built to help businesses like yours soar to new heights. Stay tuned for the latest updates from the conference, and get ready to launch your data into orbit! 🌟 🔗 Read the blog now: https://lnkd.in/eqqEYJxA

🍻Join Cloudforce for Happy Hour at #FabCon! 🍻   The The Microsoft Fabric Community Conference is in full swing, and our #eliteforce is here in Las Vegas, ready to connect! After a packed day of sessions, let’s keep the conversation going at our Post-Power Hour meetup 🎉   📍 Level Up Bar ⏰ 6:30 PM Tonight   RSVP on #Whova, and we’ll see you there!   Gin Meizys, Yayoi V., Richard Herbert, Husein Sharaf, Sam Y., Indervir Singh, Michael Ryan