Ignite your potential, forge powerful connections, and unlock limitless growth at the Check Point APAC Partner Conference.
The conference is being held at the spectacular Ayana Resort in Bali, from 5-7 September 2023. This invite-only event is your gateway to success in the world of security and technology.
Join us as we unlock new possibilities, empower your journey as a partner, and propel your business to new heights.
Get ready to
Forge Powerful Relationships
Master Best Practices
Unveil Global Strategy
Embrace New Program Announcements
Fuel Expansion and Growth
The Check Point APAC Partner Conference is your gateway to success. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
Featured speakers
Schedule for the week
| 6:00 PM |
Partner Advisory Board (PAB) Dinner6:00pm – 8:00pm |
Invite only |
| 9:00 AM |
Partner Advisory Board (PAB)9:00am – 1:00pm |
Invite Only |
| 1:00 PM |
Lunch PAB & DRT1:00pm – 2:00pm |
Invite Only |
| 2:00 PM |
Distribution Roundtable (DRT)2:00pm – 4:45pm |
Invite Only |
| 2:00 PM |
Executive 1:1 Meetings2:00pm – 4:30pm |
Invite Only |
| 3:00 PM |
Marketing Forum3:00pm – 4:30pm |
Invite Only |
| 5:30 PM |
Welcome Reception5:30pm – 7:00pm |
All invited |
| 7:00 PM |
Regional Dinners7:00pm – 9:00pm |
All invited |
| 9:00 AM |
Main Conference9:00am – 12:30pm |
All invited |
| 12:30 PM |
Lunch12:30pm – 2:00pm |
All invited |
| 2:00 PM |
Main Conference2:00pm – 4:30pm |
All invited |
| 5:30 PM |
Women in Cyber Networking5:30pm – 6:30pm |
Invite only |
| 7:00 PM |
Gala Dinner7:00pm – 10:00pm |
All invited |
| 9:00 AM |
Regional Breakouts9:00am – 12:00pm |
All Invited |
| 12:00 PM |
Lunch12:00pm – 2:00pm |
All Invited |
Conference Agenda
Wednesday, 6 September
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
| Section | Topic | Key Messages | Speaker |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strategy for Success | Opening | Welcome to the Check Point APAC Partner Conference | Pankaj Narayan |
| Check Point Corporate Strategy | Check Point corporate transformation, and the key imperatives for the Global Commercial Organization | Rupal Hollenbeck | |
| Revolutionizing Our Partner Program | Check Point’s Next Gen Partner Program to drive partner growth and profitability | Francisco Criado | |
| APAC Sales Strategy | APAC strategy to deepen existing customer relationships and broaden relevance to new customers | Sharat Sinha | |
| Break | |||
| Securing our Customers | The Cyber Security Platform | Exploiting AI through ThreatCloud and the Quantum platform to keep your customers secure | Avi Rembaum |
| Let’s Cloud | Securing our existing customers in the Cloud and expanding our reach with the full CloudGuard portfolio | TJ Gonen | |
| Check Point & AWS “Better Together” | Leverage the best security on the leading cloud platform for through a variety of models, including CPPO and BYOL | AWS – Aurelie Marguet | |
| Winning with Harmony | Unleashing the power of Harmony to protect the widest attack surface, and secure new customers with HEC | Dave Meister | |
| Lunch | |||
| Collaboration in Action | Lowering Security TCO | Future-proofing your customers’ security posture and cost of ownership with Infinity | Keith Holtham |
| Engaging with Next Gen CISOs | Leveling Up the C-Level engagement and responding to key CISO concerns | Vivek Gullapalli | |
| Level Up Marketing | Leverage marketing and enablement assets to create a wider funnel in existing and new customers | Lauren Ventura / David Tiong | |
| Achieving Customer Success | Working together with Check Point’s support organization to delight our customers | Harkant Singh | |
| Break | |||
| Level Up… Together! | Partnering with Check Point | Conversation with partners on how best to increase the top line and reduce costs in their security practice | Pankaj Narayan (Host) |
| Level Up with Check Point | Closing Thoughts and Asks for 2H and FY24! | Pankaj Narayan | |
| Topic | Opening |
|---|---|
| Key Messages | Welcome to the Check Point APAC Partner Conference |
| Who | Pankaj Narayan |
| Topic | Check Point Corporate Strategy |
| Key Messages | Check Point corporate transformation, and the key imperatives for the Global Commercial Organization |
| Who | Rupal Hollenbeck |
| Topic | Revolutionizing Our Partner Program |
| Key Messages | Check Point’s Next Gen Partner Program to drive partner growth and profitability |
| Who | Francisco Criado |
| Topic | APAC Sales Strategy |
| Key Messages | APAC strategy to deepen existing customer relationships and broaden relevance to new customers |
| Who | Sharat Sinha |
| Topic | The Cyber Security Platform |
|---|---|
| Key Messages | Exploiting AI through ThreatCloud and the Quantum platform to keep your customers secure |
| Who | Avi Rembaum |
| Topic | Let’s Cloud |
| Key Messages | Securing our existing customers in the Cloud and expanding our reach with the full CloudGuard portfolio |
| Who | TJ Gonen |
| Topic | Check Point & AWS “Better Together” |
| Key Messages | Leverage the best security on the leading cloud platform for through a variety of models, including CPPO and BYOL |
| Who | AWS – Aurelie Marguet |
| Topic | Winning with Harmony |
| Key Messages | Unleashing the power of Harmony to protect the widest attack surface, and secure new customers with HEC |
| Who | Dave Meister |
| Topic | Lowering Security TCO |
|---|---|
| Key Messages | Future-proofing your customers’ security posture and cost of ownership with Infinity |
| Who | Keith Holtham |
| Topic | Engaging with Next Gen CISOs |
| Key Messages | Leveling Up the C-Level engagement and responding to key CISO concerns |
| Who | Vivek Gullapalli |
| Topic | Level Up Marketing |
| Key Messages | Leverage marketing and enablement assets to create a wider funnel in existing and new customers |
| Who | Lauren Ventura / David Tiong |
| Topic | Achieving Customer Success |
| Key Messages | Working together with Check Point’s support organization to delight our customers |
| Who | Harkant Singh |
| Topic | Partnering with Check Point |
|---|---|
| Key Messages | Conversation with partners on how best to increase the top line and reduce costs in their security practice |
| Who | Pankaj Narayan (Host) |
| Topic | Level Up with Check Point |
| Key Messages | Closing Thoughts and Asks for 2H and FY24! |
| Who | Pankaj Narayan |
Destination and hotel
Bali, Indonesia
Prepare for an extraordinary adventure in Bali, an Indonesian paradise where breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality captivate. Discover stunning beaches, lush rice terraces, and mystical temples, blending natural beauty and spiritual richness in perfect harmony.
AYANA Estate
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary AYANA Estate, a remarkable blend of culture, culinary excellence, and four renowned resorts. This captivating sanctuary harmonises earth, jungle, sky, and sea, creating a thriving ecosystem that sets the stage for the Check Point APAC Partner Conference.
Travel requirements
Before traveling to Bali there are some important travel requirements to keep in mind.
- Ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned stay.
- Check the visa requirements for your nationality, as some visitors may need to obtain a visa in advance or upon arrival (fees apply).
- It is recommended to have comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and any other unforeseen circumstances.
- Stay updated on any health and safety advisories and consider necessary vaccinations or medications.
For detailed and up-to-date information on travel requirements, please visit the official Indonesian government website.
Travel requirements
Before traveling to Bali there are some important travel requirements to keep in mind.
- Ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned stay.
- Check the visa requirements for your nationality, as some visitors may need to obtain a visa in advance or upon arrival (fees apply).
- It is recommended to have comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and any other unforeseen circumstances.
- Stay updated on any health and safety advisories and consider necessary vaccinations or medications.
- Be aware of any COVID-19 related protocols and entry requirements, such as pre-departure testing or vaccination certificates.
For detailed and up-to-date information on travel requirements, please visit the official Indonesian government website.
Registration
Your conference registration includes the following:
- Complimentary return transfers from Bali International Airport to the Ayana Hotel.
- Complimentary hotel accommodation for approved nights (refer to invitation email or speak to your respective Channel Account Managers).
- Complimentary meals and entertainment during the conference.
IMPORTANT: You are responsible for booking and paying for your own flights. We kindly ask you to book your flights prior to registration, as we require your flight information to facilitate transfer arrangements.
Justify your trip
We understand that obtaining the travel approval requires effort on your part. In order to simplify this process, we have developed a customised email template that can assist you in demonstrating the value of your participation at the event.
Register
Registration is now closed.
Before registering, ensure that you have booked your flights as we require this information for registration and to help facilitate your airport transfers.
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FAQs
Partner Advisory Board Delegates – 3 nights (4-7 September), Distributor Roundtable Delegates – 2 nights (5-7 September), General Delegates – 2 nights (5-7 September).
Yes, you are responsible for booking and paying for your own flights.
Yes, while you are on the hotel premises you will have access to complimentary Wi-Fi.
You should plan to arrive in time for your first scheduled meeting or session. Please refer to your invitation email and the conference schedule. If unsure, please speak to your respective Channel Account Manager.
If you are not a national of the 9 ASEAN countries or Timor Leste, you NEED a Visa to enter Indonesia and Bali. Which visa depends on your nationality, travel purpose and length of stay. Visit here for more information on visas.
As of 9th of June, travellers do NOT need to show proof of vaccination anymore. However the Indonesian government “suggests” to be fully vaccinated. Here is the link to the official statement from the government (in Bahasa Indonesia & English).
Complimentary airport transfers are available if the arrival date falls between 4 September and departure date falls before 7 September.
Yes, both events are mandatory for all conference delegates.
The dress code is business casual. Please keep in mind that Bali’s weather can be hot and humid, so we recommend wearing lightweight and comfortable clothing.
Check-in time is from 3:00pm and check-out time is 12:00pm.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, along with morning and afternoon refreshments are supplied throughout the duration of the conference.
The Check Point APAC Partner Conference 2023 is a by-invite-only business event for business professionals. Family members and/or friends may join you after the event is over, on 7 September, Thursday, should you choose to extend your stay.
All registrations must be submitted by 11 August 2023, Friday. To do so, please complete the registration form found on this page, together with your flight details.
The cancellation deadline is 11 August 2023, Friday. For all cancellations, we require you to propose a substitute to take your place at the conference and represent your company. All substitutions are subject to approval by Check Point. A fee of USD $1,200 will be charged for all cancellations after 11 August 2023, Friday.
Any dietary restrictions should be communicated in the registration form. We will endeavour to ensure any allergies are acknowledged and supported throughout the event.
Become a Sponsor
To learn more about becoming a sponsor at the APAC Partner Conference, please contact the Check Point team or Sponsorships Lead, Manish Mudgal.