Cloud Community News & Events – August 2026

Quest Customer Learning Team

2 days ago

August 4, 2026
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Quest News & Event Updates

Share Your Oracle Cloud Story at Oracle Cloud Summit – Virtual!

The Oracle Cloud Summit – Virtual Call for Presentations is now open! Have a success story, best practice, or innovative solution to share? Then join us December 8-10, 2026, for this virtual event! Speaking is a great way to showcase your expertise, grow your professional network, and help fellow Oracle Cloud users tackle real-world challenges. We’re especially looking for sessions covering Redwood, AI & Agentic AI, Release 26C, Release 26D, Analytics, Cloud 101, and Automation. Submit your abstract by September 14 and help shape this year’s education program!

This isn’t a webinar…

It’s a six-week cohort where you’ll practice the skills that help ideas gain traction and leaders create momentum.

One of the things that makes this cohort unique is the opportunity to learn directly from Chris Laping, who has spent decades leading organizations, coaching executives, and helping professionals understand the human side of influence, trust, and leadership.

Join us August 13 for the last info session before the September cohort begins. Save your seat now!

Why Transformational Leadership Is Built on Connection

Great leaders do more than develop people—they build communities where trust, accountability, and shared experiences help everyone grow.

Our latest blog from Jon Vaughn explores a thought-provoking question: Why do some groups leave people fundamentally changed while others simply spend time together? Through reflections from the Emerging Leaders Program and other leadership experiences, Jon examines how the communities leaders intentionally create may have a greater impact on growth than the content they deliver.

Read the full article and join the conversation!

Cast Your Vote: Board of Directors Election Now Open!

Attention Professional and Corporate Members! Your voice matters! As a valued member, you have the opportunity to help shape the future of our organization by voting in the Board of Directors election.

Voting is a key member benefit and a vital part of our governance. By participating, you help ensure strong representation and leadership for our community.

All Professional and Corporate Primary Contacts have been notified via email with voting instructions. If you have any questions, please contact engagement@questoraclecommunity.org for assistance.

Thank you for being an active part of our organization’s future! View the 2026 Quest Board of Directors Slate.

Calling all Oracle Fusion Applications professionals!

Don’t miss these two upcoming community webinars this August!

Closing the Advanced Pricing Gap: EBS to Fusion Cloud
📅 Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM ET
This session examines the Advanced Pricing gap between Oracle E-Business Suite and Oracle Fusion Cloud Procurement, outlining the risks, tradeoffs, and practical strategies organizations can use to address complex supplier pricing requirements before migration.
🎤 Featuring Anil Yellepeddi and Rajesh Medatati

AI-Driven UNSPSC Classification for Fusion Procurement
📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM ET
This session explores how organizations can use enterprise AI and large language models to automate UNSPSC commodity classification in Oracle Fusion Cloud, improving approval workflows, spend visibility, and procurement efficiency at scale.
🎤 Featuring Anil Yellepeddi and Rajesh Medatati

Quest Career Center

Set up Job Alerts!

August 19 | 1:00 pm ET
Cloud HCM Community August Meetup

Pro Tip: All Cloud Community meetups are recorded and posted to their respective community pages, so you can watch—or rewatch—sessions at your convenience!

Upcoming Webinars:

Have questions or want to get involved with Quest?

Have questions or want to learn more about Quest and what membership includes? We’re here to help you explore the full community experience and make sure you’re not missing out on opportunities to connect, learn, and grow with peers across Oracle applications.

Quest membership is designed to support ongoing learning and collaboration through peer-to-peer networking at community meetups, virtual webinars, and shared conversations with professionals facing similar challenges and initiatives. Paid members also gain access to 1:1 connections through the member directory, the ability to explore and post roles in the Career Center, and additional community resources that help extend learning beyond events.

Many members tell us the real value comes from being part of the ongoing dialogue—not just attending events, but staying connected to a broader network of practitioners, leaders, and experts throughout the year.

If you’d like to learn more about what’s included or how to get involved, we’re happy to help. Email us at engagement@questoraclecommunity.org.

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