Discover the cutting-edge technologies being showcased at VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas. This spotlight series features three innovative companies who are showcasing revolutionizing technologies at the event.

• Entelligence - The debut of "Alex" - an AI-Led Expert Deploy platform 
• OVHcloud - Delivering innovative VMware solutions and addressing enterprise challenges in the post-Broadcom acquisition landscape 
• Microsoft - Showcasing Azure VMware Solution with full compatibility for VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 

These companies are providing solutions to solve some of the most critical challenges being faced today. Watch now and find out!

VMblog sits down with Steve Satterwhite, founder of Entelligence, ahead of VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas to discuss the company's groundbreaking new AI platform and the future of VMware deployments.

Watch VMblog's in-depth VMware Explore 2025 video interview with Liam Sosinsky, Senior Product Marketing Manager for Azure at Microsoft, as he reveals Microsoft's comprehensive strategy for VMware customers ahead of VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas.

Join VMblog for an exclusive interview with Jeffrey Gregor, General Manager of OVHcloud US, ahead of VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas. Discover how this global cloud provider is delivering innovative VMware solutions and addressing enterprise challenges in the post-Broadcom acquisition landscape.

As enterprises grapple with mounting IT fatigue from traditional big consulting models and an ever-widening talent shortage, Entelligence is positioning itself as a disruptive force in the professional services landscape. The 25-year veteran of white-labeled technology services has strategically embedded itself within the VMware ecosystem for over a decade, deploying thousands of enterprise projects and earning the trust to handle VMware's most strategic implementations. Now, the company is preparing to showcase a revolutionary leap forward at VMware Explore 2025.

Entelligence will unveil Alex, its groundbreaking AI-led services platform, at booth #502 right next to the VMware pavilion. This innovative solution promises to transform how ISVs and their clients approach SaaS deployment by delivering implementations twice as fast and at half the traditional cost. The company will demonstrate Alex's "click to deploy" approach during a Quick Talk session on Wednesday, August 27, showing attendees how the platform generates customized journey maps with tangible benchmarks and actionable next steps. The company's bold vision addresses three critical enterprise challenges: consulting fatigue, AI-driven transformation opportunities, and persistent talent shortages that continue to plague the technology industry. 

Don't miss this VMblog Q&A with Steve Satterwhite, Founder and Executive Chairman of Entelligence, ahead of the show to learn more. And make sure Entelligence is on your MUST SEE list at VMware Explore 2025.

Your 20+ Year Veteran's Guide to Making the Most of Vegas

Well folks, here we are again. VMware Explore 2025 is set to kick off August 25-28, 2025, at The Venetian Convention and Expo Center in Las Vegas, and after more than two decades of attending these events (back when it was called VMworld and we all had to walk uphill both ways to breakout sessions), I'm here to share some of the hard-won wisdom to help you survive and thrive.

Whether you're a first-timer wondering what you've gotten yourself into, or a seasoned veteran looking for a refresher on the latest tips and tricks, this survival guide will help you navigate the chaos, maximize your learning, and maybe even have some fun along the way. Trust me, after watching thousands of IT pros stumble through their first Explore experience, I've seen what works and what doesn't.

Let's dive in!

VMware Explore returns to Las Vegas with a transformative theme that speaks directly to enterprise challenges: "Simplify Your Cloud. Architect Your Future." Under Broadcom's leadership, the 2025 event promises to deliver tangible value through over 400 technical sessions organized into four strategic tracks—Cloud Infrastructure, Modern Applications, Networking Security & Load Balancing, and Innovation. The spotlight will shine on VMware Cloud Foundation 9, which serves as the backbone for demonstrations ranging from hands-on labs to breakout sessions, showcasing how organizations can streamline their entire cloud lifecycle while building a foundation for future innovation.

The August event will feature major announcements from Broadcom CEO Hock Tan alongside VMware experts including Chris Wolf, Paul Turner, Tasha Drew, and Sabina Anja during the General Session. Attendees can expect deep dives into VMware's latest innovations including enhanced Private AI Foundation partnerships with NVIDIA, advanced Tanzu platform capabilities for AI-ready application development, and breakthrough GenAI solutions for firewall and load balancer management. With expanded hands-on labs, onsite certification opportunities for all Full Event Pass holders, and a redesigned Hub experience that merges community spaces with sponsor demonstrations, VMware Explore 2025 is positioned as a high-return investment for IT leaders navigating multi-cloud complexity and AI adoption strategies. 

Ahead of the show, don't miss this VMblog Q&A to get an inside look at VMware Explore 2025 and learn more about the coming event. 

As VMware Explore 2025 approaches, OVHcloud US stands out not just as a sponsor but as the cloud infrastructure backbone powering the event's renowned Hands-on Labs. Jeffrey Gregor, General Manager of OVHcloud US, reveals how the global cloud provider leverages its unique position as a Broadcom VCSP Pinnacle Partner to deliver what enterprises desperately need: flexible, transparent cloud solutions without the typical vendor lock-in or egress fees that plague traditional hyperscalers. With over 450,000 servers across 46 data centers serving 1.6 million customers worldwide, OVHcloud has built its reputation on vertical integration—designing and manufacturing its own servers and data centers to maintain complete control over performance and costs.

At booth #511 under the theme "Accelerate Your Cloud Strategy with VMware on OVHcloud," attendees will discover how the company addresses the complex balancing act facing today's CIOs and CTOs: enabling generative AI, optimizing spend without sacrificing performance, and navigating hybrid multi-cloud complexity. From the upcoming Public VCF as a Service offering to the innovative On-Prem Cloud Platform that brings cloud agility to on-premises environments, OVHcloud is positioning itself as the answer for organizations seeking to modernize VMware workloads while maintaining control, predictability, and sustainability. With 13 years of VMware ecosystem experience and a fiscal 2026 focus on expanding U.S. market presence, OVHcloud represents a compelling alternative in an increasingly crowded cloud landscape. 

Don't miss this VMblog Q&A with Jeffrey Gregor, General Manager of OVHcloud US, ahead of the show to learn more. And make sure OVHcloud is on your MUST SEE list at VMware Explore 2025.