Microsoft Teams Takes Center Stage at the 2026 Microsoft 365 Community Conference
Microsoft Teams is where people, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and agents come together to collaborate, communicate, and get work done—before, during, and after every interaction. Contributing to and benefiting from Work IQ, Copilot in Teams understands the context, relationships, and signals behind real work, bringing meetings, calling, chat, and collaboration into a single, connected experience across Microsoft 365. At the 2026 Microsoft 365 Community Conference, Teams will be front and center with a broad set of sessions that reflect how teamwork is evolving. From everyday collaboration and meetings to frontline communications, external collaboration, and Copilot‑powered workflows, Teams is designed to help organizations move work forward with clarity and confidence. Register for the M365 Conference today and save $150 with code SAVE150. #M365Con26 Across the Teams sessions at the conference, you’ll see how AI‑powered capabilities—like intelligent meeting recap, real‑time language interpretation, AI‑assistance for calling, and collaborative agents—help teams stay aligned whether work happens in the office, on the front line, or across time zones. What to Expect from the Teams Track The Teams track at the M365 Community Conference offers a practical, end‑to‑end view of how Teams supports new ways work gets done and how organizations can continue their journey toward becoming a Frontier Firm by connecting communication, collaboration, intelligence, and governance in one AI-powered platform. Sessions span key areas including: Collaboration across meetings and events, chats and channels AI-powered communications and modern calling Enabling frontline teams Seamless and secure external collaboration Workplace collaboration and management Operational excellence for IT admins Protection against modern and evolving threats How Teams integrates across Microsoft 365 and contributes to Work IQ for Copilot Whether you’re deploying Teams, managing it at scale, building on it, or using it to drive business outcomes, the Teams track is designed to meet you where you are and help you plan what’s next. You can find the full list of sessions here. Start Here: The Teams Track Session You Shouldn’t Miss To set strategic context for the Teams track, start with Your Guide: What’s New in Teams — Collaboration, Communication, and Copilot. Led by Ilya Bukshteyn, Corporate Vice President, Microsoft Teams, and Chandra Chivukula, Vice President, Microsoft Teams Engineering, this session sets the foundation for the Teams track. You’ll get a high‑level view of where Teams is headed—how it’s becoming more intelligent, easier to manage, and increasingly shaped by Copilot across collaboration, meetings, and calling—before diving deeper into the rest of the Teams sessions throughout the conference. Women in Tech and Allies Lunch: featuring Lan Ye and Sumi Singh Lan Ye and Sumi Singh will join this year’s Women in Tech and Allies Lunch as featured panelists. As Corporate Vice Presidents leading Microsoft Teams product and engineering, they’ll share insights, experiences, and advice on fostering diversity and empowerment in technology. Their participation promises a dynamic and engaging discussion you won’t want to miss. Exclusive: Executive Teams Pre-Day Microsoft Teams will host an exclusive Teams Pre‑Day on Monday, April 20, 2026, in Orlando, FL., the day before the conference begins. This full‑day experience is designed for executive IT and business decision makers who shape productivity, collaboration, and communications strategy within their organizations. The day features direct engagement with Microsoft Teams leaders and product experts, with a focus on what’s next across Teams, including Copilot and AI within Teams, and how to maximize value across meetings, calling, devices, and collaboration. Space is limited, and attendance will be aligned to the intended audience for the day. If you’re interested in attending, connect with your Microsoft account team to see if there is still availability. Explore 1:1 Strategic Discussions at the Conference A limited number of 1:1 side meetings will be available during the conference for customers looking to discuss Teams strategy, roadmap alignment, and organizational priorities. These conversations are designed for higher‑level planning discussions and complement the technical depth available across breakout sessions and the Teams booth. Availability is limited. Connect with your Microsoft account team to explore options. Experience Teams Beyond the Sessions In addition to breakout sessions and lightning talks, visit the Microsoft Teams product demos in the Microsoft Innovation Hub on the show floor. It’s a great opportunity to see the latest Teams capabilities in action, explore real‑world scenarios, and connect directly with the product experts behind the experiences. Register for the M365 Conference today and save $150 with code SAVE150. 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We know you love Microsoft Teams. Come and meet the experts inside and outside of the community who continue to drive innovation on your hub for collaboration. Join us via this special discount at the Microsoft 365 Community Conference is happening May 6-8 in Vegas. We’re excited to announce a special last chance offer that provides the best discount yet, ensuring an unbeatable experience for you and your team. Use the code LASTCHANCE and choose your savings: 1 attendee: $1,597 (save $402) 2 attendees: $1,547 per person (save $452 each) 3-4 attendees: $1,447 per person (save $552 each) 5+ attendees: $1,347 per person (save $652 each) 💡 Pro Tip: Connect with colleagues across departments who might be interested in attending. Larger groups mean bigger savings, and you’ll maximize learning by bringing cross-functional expertise! Why Attend M365Con 2025? Discover how Microsoft is redefining the future of work for the better—learn about how our latest innovations can power your success. Learn what’s possible with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft 365 Copilot, and build tangible skills you can use immediately. Connect with and learn from a community of product engineers and experts, including insights into our AI product roadmap. Explore 100+ Microsoft-led sessions, keynotes, AMAs, and workshops. Choose from 200+ sessions in total, and hear from partners, community leaders, and customers. Experience expert-led demos of our latest products and features at the Microsoft booth. This year, the conference is offering an unparalleled chance to get hands-on experiences and delve deeper into Microsoft’s AI products such as Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, and other AI agents. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness cutting-edge technology first-hand and network with the best global community in tech. Register Now Don't miss this opportunity to join us in Las Vegas. Register now to secure your spot and take advantage of the best offer available with the LASTCHANCE discount code. For more details on the event, check out our event guide.How different departments can benefit from Microsoft Teams
In times of digital transformation, giving your teams the right tool for the job can give your organization the edge. But when it comes to teamwork and collaboration, there is no one-size-fits-all. In this free webinar we unpack how Microsoft Teams has unique benefits to help every department and every team enhance their productivity: Marketing teams can create, collaborate and show results while working with a diverse group of people from both inside and outside the company in a shared workspace for all conversations, files, and third-party services. Sales teams can quickly build proposals with input from different stakeholders, while making it easier to manage longer term projects and programs, such as planning, training and sales readiness. Finance teams can aggregate and report on data while conducting business reviews on a regular cadence in a hub in which all files, data, conversations and meetings can happen safely and securely. HR professionals can manage recruitment and employee onboarding activities, including sharing resumes and interview notes, keeping track of candidate information, communicating hiring decisions, and sharing new employee documents. Engineers can move quickly between ideation, development and deployment of a concept when delivering new features or integrate with developer tools. Watch the free webinar in including a unique demo here:
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