ESCAPE/19 is a newly announced conference dedicated to exploring the complexities and best practices of multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies, responding to a growing need for a forum that is not biased toward a single cloud provider. Set to take place in New York City on October 16-17, 2019, this event seeks to address the challenges faced by many organizations as they navigate multi-cloud environments, such as orchestration, data management, cost control, and security. Unlike traditional cloud conferences which are often hosted by specific providers and avoid discussing multi-cloud solutions, ESCAPE/19 provides an unopinionated platform for industry leaders, system engineers, and application developers to exchange insights and strategies. The conference is spearheaded by Cockroach Labs, in partnership with Slower, and will feature a range of presentations from global companies and startups, as well as a call for papers to encourage participation from those dealing with real-world multi-cloud issues. Early bird tickets are available, and updates can be followed on the conference's official website and social media channels.