EUROPEAN COLLABORATION SUMMIT 2026

05-07 May 2026, Cologne, Germany

With 3000 attendees, European Collaboration Summit is the largest conference in the world focused on Modern Work, Microsoft 365, and Copilot.

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In May 2026, we're turning Cologne into the Microsoft Capital of Europe and you can't afford to miss it!

FEATURING WORLD'S BEST SPEAKERS AND EXPERTS See who was with us in 2025!

World's Best Speakers
are Coming to Cologne this May

Microsoft Executives

Product leaders & senior Azure architects

Microsoft Regional Directors

Elite tech experts with business inshight

Microsoft MVPs

Community Champions and Tech Experts

Business Leaders

People that shape the business future: Thinkers, Doers, Visionaries.

...and everyone is saying it is awesome. See for yourself!

WHY YOU CAN'T AFFORD TO MISS THE EUROPEAN COLLABORATION SUMMIT?

With 3000+ attendees, the European Collaboration Summit is the largest Microsoft 365 conference in the world. It hosts high ranking Microsoft executives, Microsoft Regional Directors and MVPs.

Grow Your Network

Grow Your Network!

Join the CollabSummit to grow your network, learn about product strategies from their creators, meet Microsoft executives, and form future partnerships.

Business Networking
Largest Industry Expo

The largest industry expo in the world

CollabSummit, the world’s largest Microsoft 365 Expo with 90+ sponsors, is a hub to meet industry leaders, drive business and establish partnerships.

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Team Building

Team Building

Major global teams attend CollabSummit to bond, gain inspiration, and network. Gift your team an unforgettable experience, fostering ideas and connections.

Team Building
World Class Experts

World Class Experts and Sessions

Gain insights from top Microsoft executives and architects, RDs, MVPs & industry experts. Learn vital Microsoft 365 business & tech insights.

Learning
Full-Day Tutorials

Full-Day Tutorials

Pre-conference tutorials enable you to elevate your knowledge with full-day sessions led by top experts in Microsoft 365, Copilot, Teams, Viva, and SharePoint.

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Panels and Conversations

Panels and one-to-one conversations

European Collaboration Summit offers direct talks with Microsoft execs, Regional Directors, MVPs & world-renowned experts.

Business Networking

WE ASKED OUR ATTENDEES, SPONSORS, AND SPEAKERS WHAT DO THEY HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE COLLABSUMMIT...

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CollabSummit embodies the true definition of community while creating a learning environment with top-notch experts from around the world.

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The European Collaboration Summit was awesome! Thank you to the organizers, sponsors, and attendees for bringing together this amazing event!

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We can't stop thinking about how phenomenal CollabSummit was! A huge thanks for hosting this incredible group of experts with stellar content and connections!

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Cracking week for the European Collaboration Summit! Too many awesome sessions to mention, and brilliantly well organized. Roll on next year!

MEET OUR TOP SPONSORS FROM 2025

COLOGNE IS SCHÖN

Cologne, the largest city in North Rhine-Westphalia and Germany's fourth-largest city, is renowned for its 2,000-year history, iconic Cathedral, thriving tech ecosystem, and its role as a major cultural and business hub in Western Europe.

Cologne is a transportation powerhouse

Cologne is a transportation powerhouse

Located at the crossroads of Europe, Cologne offers exceptional connectivity. With direct high-speed rail links to Paris (3h), Brussels (2h), and Amsterdam (2.5h), plus Cologne/Bonn Airport just 15 minutes away.

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Cologne is vibrant

Cologne is vibrant

With its UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral, 12 Romanesque churches, and over 100 museums, Cologne blends 2,000 years of history with a modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere and famous Kölsch beer culture.

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Cologne drives innovation

Cologne drives innovation

As Germany's third-largest tech hub with 800+ startups, home to unicorn DeepL and headquarters for Ford Europe, Lufthansa, and REWE Group, Cologne is where business meets innovation.

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