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Databricks Company Kickoff 2026

Client Databricks
Venue Chase Center
Location & Date San Francisco · January 2026
Production Type A Events

Jack Simpson Photography documented the Databricks Company Kickoff 2026 at Chase Center in San Francisco’s Mission Bay, produced by Type A Events. One of the most technically advanced arenas in North America, Chase Center provided the backdrop for a full-day all-hands event spanning keynote presentations, company celebration, attendee portraits, and large-scale crowd photography across the arena floor. For a behind-the-scenes look at photographing a large-scale corporate kickoff at this venue, read our Chase Center event photography case study.

Chase Center exterior with large digital display showing "Welcome Bricksters" message and metal barriers Group of attendees posing playfully around large red "SUPER EXCITED" sign with "Welcome Bricksters" backdrop Large screen displays "Welcome Bricksters Company Kickoff" message at Chase Center arena venue Red Databricks lanyards piled on a dark surface at a conference event People walking through modern urban plaza between tall glass and metal buildings on clear day Group of conference attendees celebrating with raised hands outside modern building entrance Databricks logo and branding visible on a white pillar inside a modern glass-walled conference venue People registering at event check-in table with "FY27 Register Here" sign and Ultra Club backdrop visible Two men exchange a gift bag in a lobby area with red screens and other attendees in the background. Conference attendees gather around a catering table with pastries and refreshments in a modern venue lobby Three people networking at a conference table with drinks and food items in an indoor venue Hexagonal stickers with colorful geometric chevron patterns sit in a white bowl on a dark surface. Conference at Chase Center Attendees standing and applauding in arena seating during an event with red stage lighting Conference attendees filling stadium seating under dramatic red and purple lighting at indoor venue Conference attendees in a large arena with red lighting and screens displaying presentation content Speaker presenting on stage at Databricks FY27 conference at Chase Center with large red branded screen. 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Bald speaker in gray suit and white shirt presenting on stage with microphone at conference venue Attendees gather near a red "Welcome Bricksters EY 27" banner in a modern conference venue lobby Conference at Chase Center Large crowd of attendees gathered in modern venue with Databricks signage displayed on screen above Large crowd of conference attendees gathered outside Chase Center with Databricks logo on building screen Conference at Chase Center Attendees seated on green turf viewing large Databricks branded screen through yellow sculptural frame Speaker presenting on stage at Databricks conference with branded backdrop and red lighting Conference attendees seated outdoors with large yellow sculptural element and Databricks logo on screen at. Conference attendees gather in outdoor plaza with large Databricks advertisement display on modern building Three men pose together at a tech conference with F27 branding displayed on a large screen behind them Attendees watching a presentation in a large auditorium with red stage lighting Conference attendees looking up and listening intently while seated in an auditorium with red lighting Two men sitting in audience seats looking up, with blurred crowd visible in background under red lighting Speaker presenting on stage at Chase Center with large screen display and audience seating below Two speakers in conversation on stage, seated in gray chairs with water bottles between them, cameras filming. Two people in conversation seated on stage chairs during a conference event Executive speaking at conference panel, seated in dark armchair making gestures while addressing audience Speaker gesturing with both hands while seated in blue chair during conference presentation Large crowd of attendees laughing and smiling while seated in tiered seating at an indoor event venue Two people in conversation on stage, one interviewer and one interviewee seated in chairs against dark. Two people having an on-stage interview at a conference, sitting in modern chairs with dark backdrop Five cheerleaders perform synchronized routine on stage with large video screen displaying their performance. Six cheerleaders in blue and yellow uniforms perform a synchronized routine on stage with blue curtains Cheerleaders performing on stage at Chase Center with large video screen showing close-up of routine Speaker presenting on stage with microphone and red lighting in background Speaker in light blue shirt presenting on stage with red and black geometric backdrop Speaker presenting on stage at Databricks conference with red and purple lighting and branded backdrop Speaker presenting at Databricks podium with large screen and red accent lighting in conference venue Conference at Chase Center Speaker in light blue shirt holding microphone presents on stage with red and teal backdrop Speaker presenting on stage with microphone at conference event with red and teal backdrop design Two conference attendees smile and chat in a crowded venue with pink lighting and screens overhead Audience members seated in arena stands watching an event, with red stage lighting illuminating the crowd Attendees networking and socializing at an indoor conference event, with people standing and talking in small. Attendees networking and socializing in red-tinted lighting at a conference event Speaker with long dark hair gesturing while presenting on stage with dark curtained backdrop Two speakers on stage, one man holding microphone wearing green sweater, one woman in black dress Man in black jacket and glasses speaking with gestures to woman in checkered sweater at networking event Conference at Chase Center Large crowd of attendees gathered in outdoor plaza area with red FY27 branded building backdrop Large crowd of conference attendees gathering in venue lobby area beneath prominent Databricks signage Three men in conversation at a conference networking event with attendees mingling in the background. Conference attendees eating and socializing at tables during a networking break Speaker in black jacket gesturing with finger raised during presentation at conference venue Speaker in black jacket presenting on stage with hands raised, red and teal geometric backdrop behind him Conference at Chase Center Executive presenting on stage at conference, wearing black jacket and glasses, gesturing while speaking Conference at Chase Center Speaker in dark jacket gesturing while holding phone on stage with red and black backdrop Speaker with curly hair presenting on stage against dark backdrop with red curtains Speaker with curly hair presenting on stage, holding device and gesturing, with red lighting and backdrop Conference at Chase Center Speaker with curly hair presenting on stage at conference with red branded backdrop Speaker presenting on stage at conference with Databricks FY27 branding visible on backdrop Conference at Chase Center Large audience seated in tiered theater seating, looking upward with engaged expressions during a presentation Speaker presenting on stage at FY27 conference with red branding and signage visible in background Conference at Chase Center Speaker gesturing while presenting on stage with red branded backdrop at conference venue Speaker presenting at Databricks conference podium with red and black backdrop Conference at Chase Center Speaker presenting on stage with hand gestures, wearing brown t-shirt against dark backdrop with red accent Speaker in gray suit jacket presenting on stage with red lighting in background Speaker in gray blazer presenting at podium with Databricks branding and neon lighting at conference Speaker in gray suit gesturing while presenting on stage with red lighting in background Speaker in gray suit jacket gesturing while presenting on stage with red lighting in background Executive in light gray suit presenting on stage with red lighting in background at conference venue Executive presenting on stage at Databricks conference with red and burgundy branded backdrop Attendees networking in red-lit arena with "COMPANY KICKOFF" displayed on overhead screen and hanging banners Conference at Chase Center Two women smile together at a networking event in a modern venue with screens and attendees mingling Conference at Chase Center DJ performing with headphones and mixing equipment at multi-level venue with colorful lighting Large crowd of attendees gathered in arena venue with massive overhead screens displaying event content Large screens displaying basketball games at Chase Center with Databricks branding visible on overhead display Audience members with gaming controllers sitting in theater-style seating under colorful stage lighting Attendees with game controllers look up at screens during an interactive gaming session at a conference venue. Four women pose together holding drinks at an indoor event with red lighting and other attendees nearby. Large maroon banner displaying "Company Kickoff NBA Video Game" with Databricks logo in modern office space Large crowd of attendees networking in arena venue with red lighting and large screens overhead Conference at Chase Center Four people networking at a conference event, standing around a cocktail table with drinks in a large venue Three conference attendees pose together smiling at an indoor networking event with red lighting and signage. Two attendees serve food from platters at a conference networking event with crowd in background. Conference at Chase Center Conference at Chase Center Three people pose together at a networking event, with one person making a peace sign gesture Three men pose together at a conference event with red lighting and attendees in the background. Dance group performing in matching blue and gold uniforms on stage with red lighting and backdrop Corporate event attendees networking in arena venue with Company Kickoff banner and colorful stage lighting Attendees gather on arena floor under purple lighting with "Company Kickoff" banner displayed overhead
Attendees gather outside Chase Center with large red "Welcome Bricksters" sign displayed on building Large red "SUPER EXCITED" sign display at Chase Center with yellow sculptural elements in background FY27 conference signage displayed on red banners at Chase Center venue with tiered seating visible Large red and white wall display reading "Welcome Bricksters" with geometric circular design in modern venue. Person in blue Dub Squad hoodie with raised arm walking on outdoor steps near building entrance Conference attendees in blue shirts wave and smile while walking outside Chase Center venue Conference attendees gather on curved balcony overlooking modern glass-walled venue with multiple levels Staff member hands red lanyard to attendee in black jacket at conference venue with curved architecture Attendees register at a conference check-in table with staff members assisting at an event venue. Conference attendees interact with a white robotic kiosk with circular screen in a modern venue lobby Two men walking and smiling at a conference, one holding a phone and the other carrying coffee, with other. Three men at refreshment table with bowls of snacks and beverages in modern building lobby Three men posing together at a Databricks conference, smiling and gesturing at the camera against a red. Attendees walking up arena stairs bathed in red and purple stage lighting at an indoor venue Speaker presenting on stage with blue backdrop, pointing while holding presentation remote Audience members laughing and smiling while seated in auditorium chairs during a presentation or event Conference at Chase Center Large audience in arena seating facing stage with red lighting and "FY27" displayed on screens at Chase Center Conference at Chase Center Conference at Chase Center Speaker presenting on stage with red lighting and event signage in background at conference venue Arena interior with red lighting, packed crowd in tiered seating, and stage area with speakers visible Speaker presenting on stage with hands gesturing, wearing dark outfit against burgundy curtain backdrop Speaker presenting on stage with red lighting and branded backdrop at conference venue Bald executive in gray suit presenting on stage, holding up small device, with red and black backdrop Bald speaker in dark blazer presents on stage with red lighting and blurred backdrop at conference venue Executive presenting on stage next to large red Databricks sign at conference venue Bald speaker in gray suit presenting on stage with microphone, gesturing while holding device Conference at Chase Center Conference at Chase Center Large audience seated in tiered arena seating with red Databricks branding and lighting throughout venue Large crowd of attendees gathered on steps and plaza area at Chase Center with "Welcome Bricksters" displayed. Conference at Chase Center Conference at Chase Center Large crowd of attendees gathered outside Chase Center with Databricks signage displayed on the building Bald speaker in dark suit presenting on stage with microphone and Databricks branded podium at conference Conference attendees seated in auditorium listening to presentation under red stage lighting Speaker presenting on stage to large audience in darkly lit auditorium with red lighting and geometric. Attendee listening attentively in red-lit venue with blurred lights and audience members in background Ten people stand together for a group photo in front of a large red display showing "F27EV27F" text pattern. Audience members seated in tiered rows of blue chairs in a large arena venue with red lighting and screens Attendees sitting in red-lit auditorium seats watching a conference presentation Audience members sitting in red-lit auditorium seats looking up attentively during a conference presentation Speaker in dark suit gesturing while seated in gray chair during conference presentation Woman in dark blazer and white top sits in gray armchair during conference panel discussion Conference at Chase Center Large crowd of attendees seated in arena-style venue with red lighting and digital displays on multiple levels Conference at Chase Center Speaker sitting in gray chair on stage, wearing black shirt and jeans, smiling during interview Two people in conversation on stage, one seated interviewer facing a casually dressed speaker in jeans and. Five cheerleaders in blue and yellow uniforms performing on stage, three standing with pom-poms raised, two. Five cheerleaders in blue and yellow uniforms performing on stage with blue backdrop Performers on stage with cheerleaders displayed on large screen above at Chase Center during conference event Conference at Chase Center Speaker in light blue shirt raises arm while presenting on stage with red and teal backdrop at conference Speaker in light blue shirt raises arm on stage with red and teal backdrop at conference venue Speaker presenting on stage with microphone and mobile device at conference event Seven men standing together on stage giving thumbs up gestures, smiling at audience during conference event Two men in suits taking a selfie with a smartphone at a business conference, with red signage visible in the. Speaker presenting on stage at Databricks FY27 conference, wearing light blue shirt and holding microphone Conference at Chase Center Audience members watching intently at a conference event, seated in dark venue with red stage lighting Attendees networking at a conference event, with a bearded man in a plaid shirt smiling while holding a drink Speaker with long dark hair presenting on stage, wearing black ribbed sweater, holding mobile device Attendees networking at company kickoff event with red and purple stage lighting in background Conference at Chase Center Speaker with microphone gesturing to audience on stage with dark curtain backdrop Person in Databricks jersey stands near large basketball props at indoor arena event Conference at Chase Center Conference attendees sitting on steps eating meals from boxes, with staff member standing nearby Conference attendees networking and conversing in an outdoor event space with red signage visible Conference attendees networking and conversing in front of large red letter signage at an indoor venue Conference attendees watching presentation on stage with geometric red logo and purple lighting Speaker in black jacket and glasses gesturing while presenting on stage with red lighting in background Speaker in black jacket gesturing while presenting on stage with colorful geometric backdrop Speaker in glasses and dark jacket presenting on stage with hand gestures at conference event Speaker in dark jacket and glasses presenting on stage with red and black backdrop Business executive sits in conference chair watching presentation at corporate event Speaker with curly hair presenting on stage, holding phone and gesturing with one hand against dark curtain. Speaker with curly hair presenting on stage, holding remote, wearing black top and jeans with belt Speaker with curly hair presenting on stage at conference venue with red digital signage in background Speaker with curly hair presenting on stage with red backdrop, gesturing with one hand while holding device Speaker presenting on stage at Databricks conference with red and black backdrop Conference at Chase Center Speaker presenting on stage at Databricks conference with red illuminated signage in background Speaker presenting on stage at Chase Center with FY27 branding visible on red backdrop signage Speaker presenting on stage with microphone at conference venue with red Databricks and FY27 signage Speaker presenting on stage with microphone at Databricks conference, gesturing with hand raised Red-lit event space with Databricks and FY27 branded banners overhead, attendees gathered below in conference. Conference attendees sitting in tiered seating, looking up attentively during a presentation with red stage. Large crowd of attendees seated in tiered arena seating at Databricks FY27 conference, lit with red lighting Executive presenting on stage with microphone, wearing gray suit jacket, gesturing to audience against dark. Executive in gray suit presenting on stage at conference with red Databricks and FY27 signage visible Speaker in gray suit gesturing while presenting on stage with red lighting in background Speaker in gray blazer presenting on stage with Databricks logo backdrop at conference venue Speaker presenting on stage at Databricks conference, gesturing with raised fist while speaking at podium. Executive presenting on stage with Databricks logo backdrop at conference venue Attendees serve themselves food from large pans at a buffet during a company event with red lighting. Conference attendees playing basketball shooting game at indoor venue with red lighting Attendees play an interactive game with red and white balls at an indoor venue with neon lighting. Two women smile together at a networking event in a modern venue with screens and attendees mingling. Conference attendees playing a basketball shooting game at an arena event with red lighting Four attendees smile and hold gaming controllers while seated in purple venue chairs with colorful lighting Person holding white gaming controller while sitting in orange lighting at an event Two attendees laugh while holding gaming controllers at a conference event with red lighting DJ with headphones performing at turntables under red stage lighting at nighttime event Conference at Chase Center Conference attendees at Chase Center arena with large screen displaying databricks event content Two attendees pose together at a conference event in an arena setting with crowds in the background. Conference at Chase Center Two attendees networking at an indoor event, with one person wearing a pink cap and glasses talking to. Cheese and charcuterie board with sliced apples, crackers, various cheeses, olives, and jam at conference. Conference attendees networking in arena venue with tiered seating and stage lighting visible overhead Wooden platter of assorted cured meats and nuts with garnish on conference table setting Conference at Chase Center Two men at basketball shooting game, one waving and one holding basketball, with crowd in background Cheerleaders in blue and orange uniforms perform on stage with Databricks logo backdrop at conference event Cheerleaders in blue and yellow uniforms performing with arms raised on stage at conference event Conference at Chase Center
Four people in matching blue hoodies pose together on artificial turf outside a modern building with red. Large red "SUPER EXCITED" sign display on black base with modern building in background Red foam finger sits on dark stadium seat with red lighting illuminating the venue Large red banner displays "SUPER EXCITED" text with geometric logos in modern venue with polished floors Person in blue hoodie waves while walking through outdoor plaza area with other people nearby Group of conference attendees walking together outside modern glass building, one person celebrating with. Conference attendees networking and exchanging materials in a modern venue lobby with red wall panels Conference attendees exchange gift bags in a modern lobby with red display screens in the background. Three men shake hands and chat at a conference networking event in a modern venue with large windows. Conference attendees gather around an interactive kiosk with oval screen and camera at an indoor venue Conference attendees gather around a table with white bowls and glasses, examining items during a networking. Attendees gather around a table with glasses and plates at an indoor conference event Three attendees pose together in front of a red Databricks backdrop wall at a conference event. Audience members at a conference applauding and holding red foam fingers, seated in tiered seating under. Audience members seated in tiered seating at a conference venue, with warm stage lighting illuminating the. Large crowd of attendees seated in tiered arena seating under red lighting at an indoor conference event Speaker presenting on stage to large arena audience with red lighting and large screen display Speaker presenting to large audience in packed arena with red LED lighting and tiered seating Large crowd of attendees seated in arena-style seating at an indoor conference event, bathed in red lighting Speaker presenting on stage with hands gesturing, wearing dark outfit against red curtain backdrop Speaker presenting on stage to seated audience in conference venue with large overhead screen Audience members seated in red lighting at an indoor event, some holding phones to record or take photos. Speaker gesturing on stage at Chase Center conference with Databricks branding, audience member visible below Speaker on stage with large screen behind her at Chase Center conference, Databricks branding visible Bald speaker in gray suit presenting on stage with red and black backdrop at conference Bald speaker in gray suit gestures with both hands while presenting on stage with red lighting in background Executive presenting on stage with hands raised, red lighting and Databricks logo visible on backdrop Speaker presenting on stage wearing gray suit and white shirt, holding device while gesturing Conference at Chase Center Large crowd of attendees seated in tiered seating at Databricks FY27 conference venue with red lighting Conference at Chase Center Executive presenting on stage at Databricks FY27 conference with red branded backdrop at Chase Center Large crowd of attendees gathering at Chase Center for company kickoff event with "Welcome Bricksters". Executive presenting on stage next to large Databricks podium at conference venue with red lighting Conference attendees sit on artificial turf in outdoor plaza area with modern buildings in background Silhouette of person against red backdrop with repeated "FY27" text at conference venue Speaker on stage addressing large audience in red-lit auditorium with geometric logo backdrop Four conference attendees pose together on outdoor terrace with modern glass buildings in background. Bald speaker in gray suit gesturing with both hands on stage with red curtain backdrop Speaker at podium addressing packed auditorium with red lighting and FYZ7 branding on digital displays Audience members seated in tiered seating looking up attentively during a conference presentation Conference attendees watch a presentation with red geometric logo and dramatic lighting at an arena venue Large crowd of conference attendees seated in arena-style venue with red lighting and tiered seating Conference at Chase Center Woman in dark blazer and white top smiling while seated in gray chair during conference presentation Woman in dark business suit speaking at conference, seated in gray chair against dark backdrop Large crowd of attendees seated in tiered seating at an indoor arena venue with red lighting and digital. Two people in conversation on stage, seated in gray armchairs with red lighting, one gesturing while speaking Conference at Chase Center Performers in blue and white uniforms dancing on stage at conference venue with large screens above Five cheerleaders in blue and yellow uniforms performing on stage at an indoor venue with blue lighting Three cheerleaders in blue and yellow uniforms performing synchronized dance routine on stage with blue. Conference at Chase Center Speaker presenting on stage with microphone and red lighting in background at conference venue Speaker presenting on stage with microphone at conference, wearing light blue shirt against red backdrop Speaker presenting at Databricks conference podium with red stage lighting and branded backdrop Two men in conversation at a conference networking event, with other attendees visible in background Speaker in blue shirt and khaki pants presenting on stage with red and teal backdrop at conference Conference at Chase Center Two attendees sit at a table networking at a conference, with other participants mingling in the background Conference attendees networking and conversing in a dimly lit venue with red lighting Conference at Chase Center Attendees networking and socializing in purple-tinted lighting at a conference event Person in burgundy jacket holds plate of appetizers at conference, attendee in background wears shirt with. Speaker presenting on stage with microphone, gesturing with both hands against dark backdrop with red curtains Two speakers on stage, one holding microphone in green sweater, other in black dress, both smiling Female speaker in navy dress holding microphone on stage with red curtain backdrop Speaker presenting on stage with two people in background at conference event Illuminated red Databricks logo on stage with black curtain backdrop at conference venue Attendees networking and socializing at a conference reception with people seated and standing in groups Conference at Chase Center Conference attendees networking and conversing in groups at an indoor event venue Two attendees having a conversation in a busy conference venue with people seated at tables in the background. Speaker in glasses and dark sweater gesturing with hands during presentation on stage with colorful backdrop Speaker presenting on stage with red and teal geometric backdrop at conference venue Speaker presenting on stage with Databricks logo backdrop at conference venue Speaker presenting on stage holding smartphone, wearing glasses and dark zip-up jacket, with red and teal. Conference at Chase Center Speaker presenting on stage with curly hair gesturing while speaking at technology conference Speaker presenting on stage with microphone, gesturing with one hand while holding device in the other Conference at Chase Center Conference at Chase Center Speaker presenting on stage with Databricks logo backdrop at conference venue Attendees watching intently at a conference venue with red ambient lighting Audience members raising hands and applauding during a conference presentation at an arena venue Speaker gesturing with hand raised on stage at conference with red branded backdrop Speaker presenting on stage with Databricks logo backdrop at conference venue Speaker presenting on stage with Databricks branding backdrop at conference venue Speaker presenting on stage with brown shirt and jeans, gesturing with hands against dark backdrop with red. Attendees seated in red lighting watch a presentation at a conference, with a large crowd visible in. Conference at Chase Center Speaker in gray blazer gesturing while presenting on stage with red Databricks and FY27 signage visible Conference at Chase Center Speaker in gray suit gesturing while presenting on stage with red and teal geometric backdrop Speaker in gray suit gesturing while presenting on stage with red lighting and backdrop Conference at Chase Center Speaker presenting on stage with raised fist gesture next to large Databricks branded podium at conference. Conference at Chase Center Two men hold basketballs while standing near blue storage bins in a large arena with red lighting and crowds Four people pose together at a basketball arena with a large basketball decoration and Raptors banner visible Conference at Chase Center Two attendees sitting on white chairs at a conference event, holding drinks and smiling at the camera DJ with headphones and patterned jacket performs at laptop setup while conference attendees mingle in. Attendees holding game controllers and smiling while looking up at screens during a gaming event Two attendees playing video games with controllers while seated in arena-style venue with red lighting Large display banner for "NBA Video Game" company kickoff event by Databricks in modern conference venue DJ performing at turntables wearing headphones and patterned shirt with red lighting in background Conference at Chase Center Large crowd of conference attendees networking in arena venue with red branded screens overhead Conference at Chase Center Conference at Chase Center Fresh vegetables including cherry tomatoes, broccoli, sliced radishes, and seasoned potatoes arranged on. Six people posing together at a conference event with red geometric backdrop and "databrick" signage Black spoons filled with grain salad topped with greens, white cheese, and red garnish arranged on marble. Three men pose together smiling at a conference event with red lighting and attendees in background Attendee receives drink from bartender at conference networking event with wine menu visible on table Dance performers in blue uniforms on stage with Databricks logo backdrop at conference venue Conference at Chase Center Conference attendees networking in arena venue with red lighting and large screen displaying logo pattern

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