The Open Lakehouse paradigm is a transformative approach designed to minimize data movement and reduce vendor lock-in. Join Alex Merced, Senior Tech Evangelist at Dremio, as he explores the open-source standards driving this innovation. In this talk, Alex will introduce the fundamental technologies and frameworks that enable the creation of flexible, scalable, and cost-effective data platforms. Attendees will gain insights into the role of open standards like Apache Iceberg and Nessie in shaping the future of data management, empowering businesses to fully leverage their data without being restricted by proprietary solutions.