Know Before You Go
Get ready for Cisco Live! Here's the information you need before you join us in San Diego.
Speaker Services
San Diego Convention Center: Upper Level, Ballroom 6CD
It is mandatory for speakers to stop by Speaker Services 24 hours prior to their first session start time to do a final check of your presentation. Please bring your final presentation file with you. Once your presentation is checked, you will receive your event materials.
These check-ins:
Ensure your final presentation is loaded onto the show laptops and allow enough time for the PowerPoint to be converted to a PDF for attendees to download prior to your session.
Allow you to confirm additional requested AV equipment.
Offer a time to ask the content team and AV team any questions.
Speaker Services hours
Saturday, June 7: 3 - 6 p.m.*
Sunday, June 8: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Monday, June 9: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday, June 10: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday, June 11: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday, June 12: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
*Saturday PPT review is available for Sunday speakers ONLY. Final PPT review with Decca will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Technical Seminar and Instructor-Led Labs check-in
Technical Seminars
San Diego Convention Center rooms are available for testing starting at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 7. Testing needs to be completed on Saturday, June 7 as all Technical Seminars are scheduled for Sunday, June 8. Follow the Wristband pick-up process to gain access to the event areas. Wristbands will be distributed at San Diego Convention Center, Hall E Lobby.
Instructor-led Labs
All labs are held at the Marriott Marquis Hotel. Lab rooms for Sunday labs are available for testing on Saturday, June 7 after 1:30 p.m. If you are presenting a lab later in the week, please check-in at Speaker Services to coordinate a time.
Speaker reception
Join fellow speakers and SGMs for a beverage and some bites as we kick off the week. Come celebrate as we induct our new Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame Elite speakers! Please pick up your conference badge before coming to reception, as they will check badges at the door.
Sunday, June 8 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. (Award presentation begins at 7 p.m.)
San Diego Convention Center, Upper Level, 20A
Preparing for your session
Please arrive 30 minutes before your session start time.
Inform the room monitors of your arrival. There will also be an AV tech in each room to troubleshoot AV needs and answer any questions you may have.
Please remove your badge during your presentation, so that it doesn't interfere with the microphone.
Turn off cell phones.
If your room is filling up rapidly, please encourage attendees to move in from the edges to the center of the room so everyone has a seat.
Allow 10 minutes for Q&A at the end of your session. Always repeat the question before answering.
Finish your presentation on time. Each confidence monitor will have a speaker timer to help speakers know of their remaining time. Leave laser pointer and wireless mic for the next speaker.
Also remember to:
Bring a jacket. Rooms in San Diego can get cold.
Bring a water bottle. This year we will not have bottled water or plastic cups available.
Wear comfortable shoes. There’s a lot of walking!
Participate in Meet the Engineer Meetings.
Bring your headphones. Specific theaters at Cisco Live will only be streaming audio through the Cisco Events App instead of in the theater. Learn more
Remind attendees to take surveys
As you open and close your session, remind attendees to complete their evaluations. Remind them they will earn points in the Cisco Live Challenge for surveys completed.
Attendees will have two ways to complete their evaluations: They can log in to their Attendee Dashboard to access or directly in the Cisco Events app. A session survey will be available in the Cisco Events App under “My Surveys” once you scan into a session. The overall conference survey will be posted on Wednesday morning. Surveys will be available through Friday, June 13.
Join the Cisco Live 2025 San Diego Webex space
There are several helpful spaces for announcements and Speaker Q&A. Contact Angie Yamanaka to be added.
Reminder: Speakers are responsible to monitor the dedicated spaces for Breakouts, Interactive Breakouts, DevNet sessions, Customer Success Stories, Product or Strategy Overviews, Technical Seminars, and Instructor-led Labs through Friday, June 13.
Dress code
NEW Speaker shirts for 2025!
Short-sleeve button down camp shirts will be provided for each day you speak in a session and distributed at Speaker Services. Black pants, skirts, khakis, or dark jeans with no holes are allowed. Speakers must wear their designated speaker shirt on the days they present. On any other day onsite, you may wear business casual clothing. Please be sure to always wear your badge during the conference and in front of customers.
Hotel
Hotel confirmation
Details of your hotel reservation are in the Attendee Dashboard. Please call your hotel directly if you need to make changes to your reservation.
Venue address
The IT Leadership Program will be held at Marriot Marquis San Diego Marina, located at 333 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101.
San Diego Convention Center (SDCC)
111 Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
Programs: Main Registration, Cisco Store, Breakout sessions and Technical Seminars, World of Solutions, Keynotes, Keynote Deep Dives, Meeting Zone, Sails Pavilion (DevNet, Learn with Cisco, and Walk-in Labs), and Marina Lawn
Marriott Marquis
333 W. Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
Programs: IT Leadership, Certification Testing Center, and Instructor-led Labs.
Event check-in and registration
To gain access to the San Diego Convention Center (SDCC), Cisco Live registrants and guests must show their government-issued photo ID to pick up your event badge. You will not be allowed access without a photo ID, even if an event package has been purchased. All Cisco Live attendees must be 21 years of age or older.
Badge pick-up
Event check-in and badge pick-up will be open at the following times and locations:
IT Leadership check-in and badge pick-up will be in Marriott North – Lobby Level, Grand Ballroom Foyer and will be open at the following times.
Day |
Time |
Main Registration - SDCC, Lobby D |
Badge n' Go Kiosks - SDCC, Lobby B and G |
|---|---|---|---|
Saturday, June 7 |
3 - 7 p.m. |
4 - 7 p.m. |
4 - 7 p.m. |
Sunday, June 8 |
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
7 a.m. – 7 p.m. |
Monday, June 9 |
7 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
Tuesday, June 10 |
7 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
Wednesday, June 11 |
7 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
Thursday, June 12 |
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
7 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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Saturday, June 7
3 - 7 p.m.
4 - 7 p.m.
Main Registration - SDCC, Lobby D
Badge n' Go Kiosks - SDCC, Lobby B and G
Sunday, June 8
7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Main Registration - SDCC, Lobby D
Badge n' Go Kiosks - SDCC, Lobby B and G
Monday, June 9
7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Main Registration - SDCC, Lobby D
Badge n' Go Kiosks - SDCC, Lobby B and G
Tuesday, June 10
7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Main Registration - SDCC, Lobby D
Badge n' Go Kiosks - SDCC, Lobby B and G
Wednesday, June 11
7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Main Registration - SDCC, Lobby D
Badge n' Go Kiosks - SDCC, Lobby B and G
Thursday, June 12
7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Main Registration - SDCC, Lobby D
As an IT Leadership attendee, you will see a small wearable beacon located on the back of your badge. This device sends a unique signal allowing the event to view traffic patterns to enhance the attendee experience. Please note: this does not extend outside of the Marriott Grand Ballroom and Foyer where the IT Leadership sessions are occurring, and we will not share information with any 3rd party.
Badge requirement
You must wear a Cisco Live badge at all times to access the conference, including at evening social events. If you lose or misplace your Cisco Live badge, there will be a $100 fee to reprint your badge and a $100 fee for a new Cisco Live lanyard. For further assistance, go to Main Registration in SDCC – Lobby D for assistance.
You must wear a Cisco Live conference badge at all times to access Cisco Live. If you lose or misplace your Cisco Live badge, there will be a $100 fee to reprint your badge, and a $100 fee for a new Cisco Live lanyard. For further assistance, go to the IT Leadership Registration Desk in Marriott North – Lobby Level, Grand Ballroom Foyer.
Note: The Cisco Live Celebration event at Petco Park, Gallagher Square, and J Street requires ONLY a wristband that can be picked up in the San Diego Convention Center. See more details below
Cisco Live Celebration
Wednesday, June 11 from 7:30 - 11 p.m.
Petco Park, Gallagher Square, and J Street – three venues, one incredible night!
It is a Cisco Live Celebration like no other! Get prepared for an unforgettable night in the historic San Diego Gaslamp Quarter.
Wristbands
Pick up your Cisco Live Celebration wristband before heading to the party. It is your “ticket” into the event. Conference badges will not grant you access, and wristbands will not be available at the Cisco Live Celebration. The replacement fee for lost wristbands is $245. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.
Pick-up times and locations:
Tuesday, June 10 from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Wednesday, June 11 from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Marriott North – Lobby Level, Grand Ballroom Foyer (IT Leadership Registration desk)
Tuesday, June 10 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Wednesday, June 11 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Level 1, Hall D Lobby (Materials Pick-up)
- Level 1, Hall B Lobby (Registration)
- Level 1, Hall G Lobby (Registration)
Bag policy
Single-compartment clear plastic bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12” and small clutches and purses that don’t exceed 5” x 7” are permitted at the Cisco Live Celebration. Large bags and backpacks are strictly prohibited.
Celebration shuttles
Shuttle service for the Cisco Live Celebration will run from 7:15 – 11:30 p.m. See Shuttle section below for full details.
Meals and beverage service
Daily lunch menus are available in the Cisco Events App under “Helpful Info”.
Meals will be served at the following times and locations:
Sunday, June 8 |
Monday, June 9 - Wednesday, June 11 |
Thursday, June 12 |
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Breakfast - 7-9 a.m.
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Breakfast - 7 - 8:30 a.m.
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Breakfast Snack - 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Brunch - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Lunch - 12:30 - 2 p.m.
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Lunch - 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Lunch - 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Sunday, June 8 (available only for Lab and Seminar attendees)
Breakfast: 7 - 9 a.m.
- SDCC - Sails Terrace and Upper Level West Terrace
- Marriott - Pacific Ballroom Foyer
Lunch: 12:30 - 2 p.m.
- SDCC - Sails Terrace and Upper Level West Terrace
- Marriott - Pacific Ballroom Foyer
Monday, June 9 - Wednesday, June 11
Breakfast: 7 - 8:30 a.m.
- SDCC - Plaza Park, Sails Terrace, and Upper West Terrace
- Hyatt - Grand Hall AB
- Marriott - Pacific Ballroom Foyer (for Lab registrants only)
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- SDCC, Level 1 - World of Solutions (Cisco Café)
- SDCC - Plaza Park, Marina Lawn, Sails Terrace, Upper East & West Terraces
- Hilton - Bayfront Park (next to Marina Lawn)
- Marriott - Pacific Ballroom Foyer (for Lab registrants only)
Thursday, June 12
Breakfast Snack: 7 - 8:30 a.m.
- SDCC - Upper East & West Foyers, Mezzanine Foyer
- Marriott - Pacific Ballroom Foyer (for Lab registrants only)
Brunch: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- SDCC, Level 1 - World of Solutions
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Marriott - Pacific Ballroom Foyer (for Lab registrants only)
Coffee
Complimentary coffee will be provided during meal service and daily breaks throughout the week. Coffee will also be available for purchase throughout the SDCC at select Starbucks locations.
| Saturday, June 7 | Sunday, June 8 |
Monday, June 9 - Wednesday, June 11 |
Thursday, June 12 |
|---|---|---|---|
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. SDCC Lobby E Starbucks |
6:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. SDCC Lobby C, E Starbucks |
6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. SDCC Lobby A, C, E Starbucks |
6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. SDCC Lobby A, C, E Starbucks
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Saturday, June 7
- 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- SDCC Lobby E Starbucks
Sunday, June 8
- 6:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- SDCC Lobby C, E Starbucks
Monday, June 9 - Wednesday, June 11
- 6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- SDCC Lobby A, C, E Starbucks
Thursday, June 12
- 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- SDCC Lobby A, C, E Starbucks
Water
At Cisco Live, we work hard to implement sustainable practices. This year we will not have bottled water or plastic cups available. Instead, we encourage you to bring a refillable water bottle so you can fill it at our water stations.
Shuttles
Cisco Live shuttles will operate daily Saturday through Thursday between the San Diego Convention Center and select conference hotels.
Use the Shuttle Map and Schedule (PDF) to find participating hotels and pick up locations. Details are also included in the Cisco Events App under “Helpful Info”.
The Cisco Live Celebration shuttle will run continuously Wednesday, June 11 from 7:15 – 11:30 p.m.
Shuttle drop off and pick up for the Cisco Live Celebration will be at the main driveway for the SDCC. Follow signage to the pedestrian bridge over Harbor Drive to enter Petco Park through the Home Plate Entrance.
Wireless access
Cisco Live provides wireless internet access in the convention center spaces of the San Diego Convention Center, Marriott Marquis, and the Hilton Bayfront. The Cisco Live wireless network has been fully migrated to the 5GHz spectrum to guarantee the best performance for our attendees. Wireless coverage maps and performance data are also presented at the Cisco Live Network Operations Center (NOC).
Automatically onboard via the Cisco Events App using Cisco Spaces OpenRoaming, or manually join with the following:
Wireless SSID: #CiscoLive
Passcode: @ciscolive
This is a Public Internet Connection, and the use of a personal firewall is suggested.
Cisco employees must use VPN connections for corporate connectivity and should contact GTRC for support needs at 1-408-526-8888.
Cisco Live Broadcast
View the Cisco Live Broadcast agenda to see what sessions will be broadcast. You can watch onsite on monitors located throughout the convention center and the World of Solutions. If you are offsite, catch the broadcast on the homepage of Ciscolive.com/global.