Thank You for Joining Us in Santa Clara!
The experience continues online. Join us for API World + AI TechWorld + CloudX Global 2026 on September 16 for a full day of virtual sessions, insights, and connections from anywhere in the world.
Why Exhibit/Sponsor?
About CloudX
CloudX is the premier conference and expo for professionals shaping the future of cloud infrastructure, computing, and application development. Designed for engineers, IT leaders, and decision-makers, CloudX offers a deep dive into the latest advancements in cloud technologies, from multi-cloud architecture to edge computing and AI-driven cloud solutions.
With expert-led sessions, an interactive expo floor, and unparalleled networking opportunities, CloudX brings together thought leaders and innovators to explore strategies for scaling, optimizing, and securing cloud environments.
Engage this diverse audience of cloud professionals and build credibility with the cloud community.
By the numbers
1,500
+
In-Person Expo Attendees
750
+
In-Person Conference Attendees
50
U.S. States represented
150
Countries represented
8
Tracks
150
+
Sessions
120
+
Speakers
15
+
Additional Session Topics
Why Sponsor?
- Access a High-Quality, Targeted Audience: CloudX attracts a unique blend of developers, IT leaders, and business decision-makers actively seeking solutions for cloud innovation.
- Expand Your Industry Influence: Align your brand with the forefront of cloud technology innovation and build credibility with the cloud community.
- Customizable Engagement Options: Choose from exhibit booths, partner events, and unique activations to create memorable interactions and lasting impressions with attendees.
- Global and Local Impact: Leverage the in-person format to connect with the global cloud community while building deeper relationships with the Bay Area audience through in-person activities.
Testimonials
”CloudX is a wonderful speaker experience meeting like-minded, enthusiastic engineers. You'll gain valuable insights while attending this event
Apple
”It's always awesome to see our partners at CloudX!
PagerDuty
About Our Attendees
Attendee Roles
The CloudX audience is a rich networking, learning, and collaboration environment, making it an ideal venue for companies looking to engage with the entire cloud community.
| C-Level | 22% |
| Engineering or IT VP / Director / Manager | 22% |
| Team Lead / Architect / Sr. Engineer | 21% |
| Total Leadership | 65% |
| Software Engineer / DevOps Engineer | 19% |
| Other Technology Role | 16% |
| Total Staff | 35% |
Attendee Company Size
The CloudX audience represents a dynamic cross-section of the corporate landscape, reflecting the full spectrum of company sizes.
| Fewer than 100 Employees | 47% |
| 100 – 999 Employees | 20% |
| 1,000 – 5,000 Employees | 9% |
| More than 5,000 Employees | 24% |
Attendee Project Involvement
At CloudX, you’ll find attendees deeply immersed in a wide array of cutting-edge projects, reflecting the diverse landscape of today’s industry.
| Agile / SCRUM | 32% |
| APIs / Microservices | 40% |
| Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning | 47% |
| Blockchain | 6% |
| Cloud Native / Containers / Kubernetes | 52% |
| Cloud-based Business Applications (SaaS) | 45% |
| Data-focused Projects | 25% |
| DevOps | 44% |
| Fintech | 11% |
| Gaming | 5% |
| IoT | 16% |
| Mobile Applications | 17% |
| On-premise Enterprise Applications | 13% |
| Open Source | 22% |
| Security | 25% |
| Systems Integration | 13% |
| VR / AR / MR | 7% |
| Web Development | 29% |
Attendee Industries
Our attendees come from a diverse range of industries, showcasing the widespread influence of cloud technology in today’s business world.
| Software / SaaS Provider | 26% |
| IT Infrastructure / Networking / Telecom | 16% |
| Other Technology | 18% |
| Total Tech Industry | 60% |
| Education | 6% |
| Consulting | 9% |
| Finance / Venture Capital | 5% |
| Advertising / Media / Marketing | 3% |
| Healthcare | 4% |
| Manufacturing / Retail / Wholesale / Distribution | 4% |
| Government / Non-Profit | 4% |
| Consumer Products | 2% |
| Insurance /Real Estate / Legal | 1% |
| Utilities / Transportation / Agriculture / Oil / Gas | 1% |
| Travel / Tourism / Entertainment | 1% |
| Total Non-Tech Industries | 40% |
Educational Content
Promote your solution alongside our rich, immersive conferences featuring cutting-edge sessions led by industry experts.
Tracks
Leading a Cloud-First Company
Cloud Infrastructure Design and Architecture
IT Operations and Enterprise Management
Cloud Native Development
SRE, DevOps and Platform Engineering
Security and Vulnerability Management
Service Monitoring and Observability
Managing AI/ML in the Cloud
Additional Session Topics
- AI/ML
- CI/CD
- DevOps
- DevSecOps
- Edge Computing
- FinOps
- Hybrid Cloud
- IT Operations
- IaaS
- Identity and Access Management
- Infrastructure as Code
- Kubernetes
- OpenTelemetry
- SaaS
- Serverless
About the Expo
The Expo is the shared exhibit floor for API World and CloudX, creating a central hub where sponsors can connect with a diverse audience of technology professionals. As an exhibitor, you’ll engage with decision-makers and practitioners driving advancements in APIs, cloud computing, and enterprise solutions—all in one high-impact trade show.
The Expo is an efficient way for sponsors to reach multiple technology buyers under one roof.
By exhibiting at the Innovation Expo, you can:
Engage technical and business decision-makers across a broad range of technologies.
- Showcase your solutions to an audience evaluating tools for development, integration, and infrastructure.
- Build brand recognition and new partnerships within an ecosystem of engineers, IT professionals, and enterprise leaders.
Engagement Opportunities
We offer custom packages to achieve your marketing objectives. Choose from a variety of engagement options.
Speaking Opportunities
Engage directly with your audience through impactful presentations and panels, showcasing your expertise and thought leadership.
Exhibit Booth Space
A dedicated physical space to showcase your products or services, interact with attendees, generate leads, and make lasting impressions.
Branding Opportunities
Diverse platforms to elevate your brand’s visibility and recognition among our targeted and engaged audience.
Product Demos
A hands-on opportunity to demonstrate the unique features and benefits of your products, capturing immediate interest and feedback.
Onsite, Pre, and Post Digital Marketing Promotion
Comprehensive marketing exposure before, during, and after the event, maximizing reach and impact across various digital channels.
Custom Data Collection
Tailored methods to gather valuable attendee data, providing insights for future marketing strategies, lead generation, and customer engagement.
Hiring Solutions
Connect with attendees looking for their next job opportunity.
Collateral Distribution
Innovative ways to include your digital content or promotional material in virtual attendee bags, ensuring visibility and engagement beyond the event floor.
Partner Events
A compelling environment to host your community event under the DeveloperWeek umbrella.
Custom Activations
We will work with you to develop bespoke marketing solutions that drive brand engagement.
All packages are focused on clear, quantifiable ROI so you can prove your marketing spend is being put to efficient and effective use.
Dates & Locations
Sept 1-3, 2026
Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara
CA 95054, United States
DevNetwork Multi-Event Discounts
Boost your brand’s visibility, authority, and engagement by sponsoring multiple DevNetwork conferences and events. Connect with a highly targeted audience of developers, engineers, IT professionals, and technical decision-makers.
Contact us for details on multi-event discounts and packages