This year, OktoberTekfest is bigger and better than ever! Now part of Presidio, we’re bringing together an even stronger network of technology leaders and experts—all in one place.
As an attendee, you’ll have direct access to the combined expertise of both the IE and Presidio teams, including supportive account & project managers, technical talent, and executive leadership. Whether you're looking for cutting-edge solutions, strategic insights, or connections to help drive your business forward, OktoberTekfest is your opportunity to engage with the best in the industry.
Don’t miss out—join us for this premier technology event and take advantage of the expanded resources and expertise at your fingertips!
NEW!! You asked, we answered! This year, we’re starting Tekfest earlier to give you more dedicated time for breakout sessions and the Tech expo hall.
Click below to expand the agenda at-a-glance.
Pick up your name badge, download the event app, and grab your swag bag at registration—plus, enjoy some coffee before breakout sessions start at 10:00 AM!
New this year: Breakout sessions will start at 10:00 AM, giving you more time to learn from industry experts. Session details and times coming soon!
After a morning of breakout sessions, enjoy lunch and network with industry peers!
You spoke, and we listened! This year at Tekfest, we’re offering more breakout sessions so you can explore the latest technology trends and learn firsthand from industry experts.
The Tech Expo Hall will be open from 2:00-4:30 PM where our top technology partners will be showing live demos for Collaboration, Networking, Data Center, Cybersecurity, Cloud, AI, and IT Managed Services.
Join us in the Biergarten for local brews and Oktoberfest inspired fare. You'll enjoy music, networking with your peers, sponsor giveaways, and of course, our Official Tekfest25 Stein - while supplies last. Don't miss it!
Don't let the food and fun end with the Biergarten. Join us in one of our private, VIP after hours locations, right inside the hotel. No need to leave for a late night dinner or cocktail because we've got you covered with more food, drinks and after hours Tekfest fun!
Craft City Social
CJ's Lounge
This path is for current IE & Presidio customers and prospective customers only! Do NOT use this path if you're IE & Presidio Staff, a partner interested in sponsoring the event, or are already a sponsor wanting to register for your sponsor staff passes.
Are you an employee of Internetwork Engineering or Presidio? If yes, this registration path is for you. Make sure you select the "IE & Presidio Staff" option when registering.
Are you an approved IE, a Presidio company, partner interested in sponsoring the event OR have you already submitted your sponsorship application and need to add booth staff? Please contact Ashley Moken. She can help you determine your sponsorship eligibility and give you more info about when current sponsors can register for their staff passes.
We're working hard to bring you the best breakout session topics for this year's event. Check back soon for updates!
Join us in the Biergarten for the best in local brews and bites! Stay tuned for this year's selection!
Since 2013, IE’s OktoberTekfest has been brewing up the best sessions and tech demos for Collaboration, Cybersecurity, Networking, Data Center, Cloud, and AI. We bring together over 300 IT professionals from across the Southeast to tap into technology, inspire innovation, explore the biggest trends in the industry, and connect over bratwursts & brews!
View our video of past OktoberTekfest highlights.
"OktoberTekfest has, in previous years, proven beneficial to my team’s awareness of cybersecurity best practices, industry trends, and the application of technology to support business operations. Furthermore, the opportunity to connect with vendors and consultants on a local level has been valuable to the support of existing and future organizational initiatives.
"I really value OktoberTekfest because it's a great chance to connect with other IT professionals, see the latest in tech, and walk away with ideas we can actually use. Internetwork Engineering, a Presidio company, has been a trusted partner to the Town of Wake Forest, and events like this show how committed they are to helping us stay ahead."
"Tekfest is the perfect size. It feels personal while still being packed with valuable content. The sessions are technically relevant, and there is a great variety of vendors to speak with. The IE team always delivers with an excellent lunch and fun post-conference events that make the whole experience enjoyable."
As an airport, rarely does our IT staff have an opportunity to attend “tech” driven events. We have so many “airport” driven events that seem to occupy most of our travel. So, there are many reasons, we enjoy attending OktoberTekfest. For our staff, we have a chance to meet “one on one” with various vendors face to face to discuss successes, failures, possible solutions, and to discover future opportunities to better our network. Tekfest actually introduced us to the Pure Storeage and Veeam teams, which later that next year we purchased and installed through to develop our new virtual environment. Also, we were able to network with other “techies” to find out what was working in their environments. During the after hours events, we sit around and discuss technology related challenges and brag about our successful implementations. Last year, we met with the Internetwork Engineering UCS/UCM team and discussed our goal to upgrade our phone system. Within the year, we had a purchase order to Cisco through IE to complete the upgrade.
I would say for our IT staff, the event provides an opportunity to get away from the office, in a relaxed environment, to learn and interact with other people from all over our region, who work in the same field as us. I am trying to invite another customer to join us this year."
If you're an IE/Presidio customer or prospect responsible for keeping your organization secure, connected, and competitive—OktoberTekfest is for you.
Whether you’re a hands-on Network Admin, a forward-thinking Systems Engineer, or a decision-making CIO or CISO, this event delivers the real-world tech insights that make stepping away from your desk worth it.
Join hundreds of IT pros and execs for a day packed with practical sessions, deep-dive demos, expert access, and meaningful peer conversations—plus local brews and Oktoberfest vibes.
It’s where strategy meets technology—Oktoberfest-style. No fluff. Just high-value content and connections. Prost to that!
It’s not enough to see the latest trends in technology if you can’t take back actionable lessons to your teams. Tekfest is proud to offer multiple breakout sessions from today's top industry tech leaders.
With over 30 live demos & exhibitors, we’ve got you covered with the latest Collaboration, Networking, Data Center, CyberSecurity, Cloud, and AI solutions.
We have over 300 IT professionals come from across the Southeast to attend Tekfest. It's your opportunity to connect with peers, industry thought leaders, and the IE & Presidio Teams who are with you every step of your technology journey.
Think all tech events are the same? Think again. Here’s what you won’t find at Tekfest — and why that’s exactly what makes it worth attending.
You won’t be bombarded or pressured to buy anything. Instead, you’ll explore real solutions to real problems and have genuine conversations with industry experts who are here to help.
Every moment at Tekfest is designed to deliver value. From expert-led sessions to hands-on demos and real conversations with peers, you’ll walk away with information you can actually use. You won't regret blocking off your calendar and taking a day away from the office - it's an investment that's worth your time.
We go beyond the basics — where tech meets experience. Yes, you’ll see cutting-edge demos, but you’ll also discuss challenges with peers, swap stories over steins, and dig into OktoberTekfest-themed bites. It's designed for real connection — not just a collection of swag.
More coming soon!
This event is organized by Internetwork Engineering, a Presidio Company (IE).
Registration is free to all **current IE/Presidio customers or potential customers.
Food and evening events are included with your Tekfest registration.
**IE/Presidio Partners are only allowed to attend the event if they have secured a sponsorship. Email marketing@ineteng.com if you are a fully contracted partner with IE and are interested in sponsoring at the event.
All non IE customers/guests registration are subject to cancellation by the event organizers.
OktoberTekfest is only for current IE customers or potential customers, along with any fully onboarded IE partners that have secured and paid for their sponsorship.
Any registrations received from vendors or non-customers/guests will be cancelled.
Have additional questions that aren't included on the registration page?
You can contact the event organizers at IE:
Yes, but only to fully onboarded IE Partners. If you are a contracted partner with IE, you can contact marketing@ineteng.com about potential sponsorships opportunities.
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