Venue: NESCO Grounds, Goregaon, Mumbai
Date: November 8, 2017
Attendee: As the Founder of Akki Studios
From the moment I stepped into the venue, it was clear that CloudBazaar was a hub of energy and expertise. Renowned industry giants like Google Cloud, AWS, DigitalOcean, and Verisign were sharing their insights. The day was a masterclass in cutting-edge cloud strategy. Representing Akki Studios as its founder, the experience was both energizing and eye-opening.
CloudBazaar has always been a vital platform for tech entrepreneurs, developers, digital agencies, and hosting professionals, and the 2017 edition exceeded all expectations. With over 2,500 attendees, 40+ partner brands, and an impressive lineup of industry leaders from Google Cloud, AWS, DigitalOcean, Microsoft, Facebook, Verisign, and Donuts Inc., the energy on the floor was electric.
Key Highlights:
- Inspiring Keynotes: Talks by Mohit Pande (Google Cloud India) and Shridhar Luthria (Endurance Group)stood out, especially for their insights on how AI/ML and scalable cloud solutions are transforming business landscapes.
- Panel Discussions & Demos: The panel on the future of domain names sparked some meaningful takeaways around online identity. Live demos across the booths made it easy to discover new solutions relevant to digital agencies like ours.
- Networking Galore: From cloud providers and SaaS startups to resellers and infrastructure experts, I connected with professionals who are shaping the future of the digital ecosystem. It was refreshing to exchange ideas, explore collaborations, and simply celebrate how far the industry has come.
- I met Mohit Pande (Google Cloud India) over coffee and discussed how AI can empower creative studios like ours.
- At the DigitalOcean booth, I exchanged scaling tips with their team and explored how Akki Studios could leverage droplets for efficiency.
- I also met Ashok Awasthi from EverData, Jaipur. This short meeting led to our nearly half a decade long business exchange for their domain resellership.
- A quick punch-in at the AWS stand led to conversations on cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
- Casual chats with entrepreneurs, developers, and agency leaders kept the momentum going through lunch and afternoon breaks.
The expo floor buzzed with activity:
Why It Reinforced My Founder Journey
CloudBazaar wasn’t just another industry event. It was a dynamic meeting ground where ideas and relationships intertwined. It validated why I push Akki Studios to stay tech-savvy and network-driven. More than just an event, CloudBazaar 2017 was a powerful reminder of the pace at which our industry is evolving—and why it’s important for entrepreneurs like me to keep learning, adapting, and collaborating.
