Join us for an inspiring evening filled with knowledge and innovation as we delve into the world of Databricks Genie. This event promises to be an enlightening experience for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the Databricks ecosystem. Our host for the evening Valcon opens their office doors in Utrecht and welcomes us for an evening of Databricks knowledge sharing.

Schedule:

- 17:00 – 18:00: Arrival and Snacks - Kick off the evening with informal networking and a selection of tasty bites.

- 18:00 – 18:15: Opening Remarks - A brief introduction from our User Group organizer, followed by insights from Valcon.

- 18:15 – 19:05: Databricks Genie: Democratizing Port Data with AI Governance.

- 19:05 – 19:20: Break - Refresh and recharge.

- 19:20 – 20:10: Making Genie Work: Bridging the Gap Between Business and IT

- 20:10 – 21:00: Networking & Drinks - Wind down with fellow data professionals over drinks and share your thoughts on the evening’s revelations.

Our first session wiil be presented by Leon Cullens, a Solution Architect at Databricks.
Synopsis: In this session we live-build a Genie Space using fictitious Dutch port data and take a deep dive into AI governance: which models are used, where they run, what happens to your data, and how Unity Catalog enforces row-level security — even through natural language queries.

For our second session, Wessel de Jong is Principal Data Specialist al Valcon.
Synopsis: Cutting-edge technology like Databricks Genie promise to unlock conversational analytics and democratize data access. But in practice, the real challenge isn’t the technology—it’s the organization around it. Without well-defined business concepts, trusted data, and governed processes, even the most powerful AI-driven solutions struggle to deliver value.

In this session, we’ll go beyond the hype and explore what it actually takes to make Genie work in a real-world enterprise environment. Drawing from a hands-on project, we’ll walk through how we aligned business and IT to establish shared definitions, implemented data governance processes, and created the foundation required for trustworthy, scalable insights.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and explore the incredible potential of Databricks Genie. Secure your spot now and be part of a community that’s shaping the future of data in the Netherlands. Register today!