Innovation & Networking on the Green Screen at XGolf brings executives, sponsors, and emerging tech talent together in a uniquely interactive format. Instead of traditional mingling, the event uses seven golf simulators as small-group networking hubs, where strategic team pairings and guided facilitation spark real conversations and genuine relationship-building across the Milwaukee tech ecosystem.
Meet our Guest Speaker, Luke Larson—a seasoned leader in technology and business strategy with over 20 years at CDW, where he has helped organizations scale, innovate, and turn technology into a competitive advantage. As a Co-Owner of multiple X-Golf locations, Luke also brings a hands-on perspective on how cutting-edge tech is transforming customer experiences.
VIP Par for the Course Attendees include:
- Notoane Russel, CIO, Morgan Stanley
- Ken Garfinkel, CIO, Broan-NuTone
- Garret Finocchiaro, CIO, Potawatomi Casino Hotel
- Sam Hilgendorf, CIO, Fox World Travel
- Bill Caraher, CIO & Director of Operations, von Briesen & Roper
- Doug Frede, CTO, 414 Labs
- Nathan Lasnoski, CTO Microsoft Americas Practice, IBM
- Derek Hyde, SVP of Information Technology, Milwaukee Brewers
- Matt Caravella, SVP – Fraud Reporting & Data Strategy, U.S. Bank
- Guillermo Salas, VP – Software Engineering, Experity
- Adam Furger, VP – Information Security, Kohl’s
- Ricky Frank, VP – IT Applications and Systems, Summit Credit Union
- Benjamin Jefferson, VP of Corporate Development, Carthage Holdings
- Manmeet Singh Gurjakhia, Sr Director-Practice Management, FIS
- Ann Britt, AI Leader – Solution Engineering, Microsoft
- Matt Krueger, PMO Director, Landmark Credit Union
- Diane Groff, Director Supply Chain Digital Enablement, Molson Coors Beverage Company
- Rashi Kohsla, President & CEO, MARS Solutions Group
- Joe Ghali, Director, Business Relationship Management & Innovation, CNA
- Kevin Fitzpatrick, Director – IT, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
- Jonah Turner, Product Director – Integrated Business Planning, Molson Coors Beverage Company
- Clint Laskowski, CEO & Principal Consultant, Milwaukee Cyber
- Orlando Lopez, President and CEO, Synergy Technology Advisors
- Steve Hannan, WisconsinCIO
- Joe Poeschl, Executive Director, MKE Tech Hub Coalition
- Dr. Victor Amaya, President & Executive Director, Data You Can Use
- Angel Elizondo Sanchez, Data, Analytics, & AI Manager, Molson Coors Beverage Company
- Mark Cribb, Manager of AI Applications & Solutions, Marcus Theatres
- Nate Mayer, Senior Director – Software and Cloud Engineering, Milwaukee Brewers
- Eric Suminski, Senior Analytics Consultant, Datify
- Justin Belling, Senior Manager of Global Digital End-User Experience, Michels
- Nicholas Data, Senior Manager – Testing & Release Management, Molson Coors Beverage Company
- Charlie Connelly, Director of Business Development, Milwaukee Admirals
- Julie Hernandez, Information Technology Business Relationship Manager, Milwaukee County
- Drew Sawa, Director Data Analytics, CBRE
- Nick Biernat, Global Cyber Security Governance Specialist, QBE Insurance
- Monty Beal, Principal Solutions Architect, Novus Home Mortgage
- Casey Buchta, Assistant Director Application Support, Brown & Brown
- Ross Winklbauer, IT Manager – Healthcare Applications, Milwaukee County
- Joseph Pausma, Manager – Industrial Technology Center of Competency, Brunswick Corporation
- Candace Sanchez, Directory, HIT Strategic Partnerships, Advocate Aurora Health
- Corey Stewart, VP, Sr. Talent Acquisition, Associated Bank
- Genaro Baez, Dir HR Operations, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, Milwaukee County
- Lena DeLeat, Director – Sales & Summerfest Tech, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
- Cynthia Sternard, Talent Acquisition Manager – Pipelines & Programs, Associated Bank
- David Cagigal, CxO Advisor, Zscaler
- Dominic Cavalco, Managing Partner, NubiGate
- Gary Branger
and more!