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Why Microsoft Partners Should Attend User Group Summit

by Genna Joudrey
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Ready for your next conference? We may have the information you are looking for. User Group Summit, occurring next month, is a conference that brings together the largest gathering of Microsoft Business Applications users and partners, for both education and networking. We have outlined important details below, as well as the top reasons as to why you should attend as a Microsoft partner.

What is User Group Summit?

User Group Summit is an annual conference for Microsoft Business Applications users. This covers all education for Dynamics 365, AX, CRM, BC/NAV, Power BI, PowerApps, and Microsoft Flow.

When is User Group Summit?

The conference will be held right around the corner, October 15-18th. There will be pre-conference activities on October 13-15th.

Who Should Attend?

User Group Summit has something for everyone. Whether you are an experienced practitioner, or just starting out, this conference covers a wide range of topics within the industry. Individuals with admin roles, functional roles, technical roles, and leadership roles are all encouraged to attend.

Why You Should Go:

MEET DCG! Team members from DCG will be at User Group Summit. We would love to connect with you and learn more about your business. If you are interested, please connect with us on our social media accounts to set up a meeting.

User-Produced Education: Summit is the only in-person event featuring user-produced education on how to maximize the performance of your software, regardless of the version, to further your job role, career, and product investment.

Quality Content: Experts, MVPs, and Microsoft employees will be discussing industry trends, product roadmaps, and learning strategies that impact our organization. Hands-on workshops will demonstrate how to solve challenges and use products in more efficient ways.

Session Recordings: I don’t know about you, but when I attend conferences, I need about 5 cups of coffee per day. They are exhausting. That being said, it can be overwhelming when trying to keep up with all of the day-to-day events and sessions. Lucky for you, if you attend this conference you can secure access to 200 exclusive Business Application session recordings.

Networking Opportunities: There will be an endless amount of opportunities to engage with other Microsoft partners. You have the ability the create lasting relationships by networking with user group peers and Microsoft team members as well.

Connect with Sponsors: Powerful corporations will be sponsoring User Group Summit. The premier sponsors are: Power Objects, Altec, Cincom, Data Masons, Experlogix, Fastpath, Generix Group, Lanham Associates, Metaviewer, and Rockton Software. You never know when you will be presented with the right opportunity to make a meaningful connection!

Location, Location, Location: This isn’t just a term in real estate. This should be a factor when considering traveling to any conference. The User Group Summit is being held in sunny Kissimmee, Florida, at the luxurious Gaylord Palms Resort. While in town, you can head to the beach, or even take a day trip to Disney World.

PRO Tip – How to Prepare:

Perfect your Pitch: Now’s your time to nail down your pitch! You will be speaking with other Microsoft partners who will want to learn more about your company and your services. There is a section on Microsoft’s website called Partner Corner, where you can search through several marketing resources, including pitch guidance.

Create a List: Make a list of questions or issues you currently have regarding the Microsoft Business Applications platform. Sometimes conferences can be overwhelming, and you may forget once you are involved with the hustle and bustle of User Group Summit.

Document your Experience: Your social media audience will love if you share your personal experience via blog post and photos. Giving advice to other Microsoft partners can show that you care about providing value to your clients.

 

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