VIRTUAL EVENT
At Splunk, we believe data-driven decisions power success, whether you're running a global business or analyzing the world’s biggest sporting event.
Join Splunk's experts and soccer legend Landon Donovan for an interactive session where we put Splunk AI to the real test, applying real-world analytics and machine learning to the 2026 World Cup. From predicting match outcomes to uncovering performance insights, we'll explore how data transforms uncertainty into opportunity.
Then put your own predictions to the test: build your World Cup bracket and compete against Splunk's AI-powered prediction engine for a chance to win a prize.
In this session, you’ll learn:
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| Time | Place | Details |
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| 10:00am - 10:55am | Expo Hall | Meet and greet in the lobby outside the Expo Hall before the General Assembly. |
| 11:00am - 11:55am | Rm 314 | Expert Track: TOP 10 WAYS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE INDUSTRY | John Dough, CFO Marketizingly |
| 11:00am - 11:55am | Rm 159 | Social Track: MODERN NETWORKING | Hosted by: SponsorName |
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U.S. Soccer Icon, Analyst
National Soccer Hall of Fame
Landon Donovan is considered one of the greatest U.S. soccer players in history. He co-founded and served as president of San Diego Loyal’s USL Team. In 2024, Donovan became the interim head coach of the San Diego Wave. He also served as a broadcaster during both the 2016 World Cup with Copa America Centenario and with FOX in the 2022 World Cup. Landon was also the lead analyst for FOX for their EURO 2024 coverage.
Donovan’s decorated and celebrated career as an American soccer icon featured three FIFA World Cup appearances as a player for the U.S. and countless memorable goals. He retired from the game in 2018 tied for the title of all-time leading scorer in USMNT history with 57 goals. He is the only American player to surpass both 50 goals and 50 assists in his career and was the fastest American to earn 100 caps. His individual awards include the only American to win the Golden Ball Award, FIFA’s Best Young Player of the World Cup in 2002, the CONCACAF Gold Cup MVP in 2013, the Gold Cup Best XI four times, and U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year a record four times.
His club career highlights included stints at Bayer Leverkusen (Bundesliga), Everton (Premier League) and Club León (Liga MX), but he found his greatest success at home in Major League Soccer. Donovan made a splash from 2001 to 2003 with the San Jose Earthquakes, but his play with the LA Galaxy made him a club legend. Over 247 appearances with the Galaxy, he netted 112 goals and led the team to four MLS Cups, two Supporters Shields, and the 2005 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. In recognition of his contributions to the league and soccer in the U.S., MLS renamed its Most Valuable Player award after him in 2015. In May 2023, Donovan was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
In 2026, he released Landon: A Memoir, offering an unfiltered account of his celebrated career, his battle with mental health, and his search for peace beyond the game.
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