Days of Knowledge Americas 2024

Steffan is a graduate of Purdue with a Bachelors in mechanical engineering. He has a high drive to learn continually through experiences and lessons. His inclination to solve problems has helped steer him into the engineering field, and moving from the mechanical realm to the technology space has been an amazing journey. He entered the tech space as an implementation specialist. From there he transitioned to roles in both pre and post sales, aiming to bridge the gap between what was promised and what can be delivered.

AJ is a business leader and prolific public speaker who has delivered presentations and workshops at over 35 conferences worldwide since 2012. His expertise in business software systems paired with his passion for technology and knowledge sharing have earned him widespread recognition in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem, including the prestigious Microsoft MVP award, the Community Summit Legend award, the Business Central / NAV UG All-Star award, and the Directions North America Under-40 Excellence award. Prior to stepping into his C-Suite executive role in 2018, AJ held practice leadership, presales and ERP consulting roles across prominent US-based Microsoft partner firms. He currently serves as the Vice President of the International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners (IAMCP) Americas Board, and on the national Board of Advisors for Dynamic Communities' Business Central User Group.

Vjekoslav Babic, or just Vjeko as he prefers to go by in the community in a vain attempt to simplify his absurd Slavic name, is a Business Central architect, developer, trainer, author and blogger. With more than two decades of experience in the IT, he worked with vast range of technologies, but his passion has always been anything that had to do with the web and mobile worlds. Deep down, Vjeko is an incurable hacker who took quite a long time to realize that the one thing he really loves is writing code, plain and simple. He immensely enjoys breaking things apart to see how they work, not necessarily always putting them back together. As a frequent speaker at conferences, in his demos, and on his blog, he is always pushing the boundaries of what's possible, connecting the world of Business Central with just about anything that can be plugged into it through some obscure loophole or undocumented interface, especially if they are not meant to be used that way. In Vjeko's view, nothing is really meant to be used in any particular way and figuring out how to make things useful beyond their intended purpose is the meaning of life, in a way. Since spring 2010, Vjeko has been awarded the Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for Microsoft Dynamics NAV. You can meet him at his blog "Vjeko.com - ideas in the cloud".

As a Business Central consultant for more than 15 years I have seen the ins and outs of various companies. There are some underlying challenges that all those companies face and in my current role as a Product & Partner Manager I am transforming the solutions to these challenges into scalable products such as Bankfeed.

I am a developer and a system architect for Dynamics NAV and Business Central. My journey in Dynamics World started in 2010 and since then I had been working for Gold Partners in Poland and Denmark and also helping implementing system for one big global end user. I implemented Dynamics NAV and Business Central across Eastern Europe and Middle East. I had pleasure to work with wonderful people in such countries such as Poland, Russia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Czech Republic, Denmark, Sweden, Greece, US, and United Arab Emirates.

Tonya is an accomplished developer specializing in the creation of tailored solutions for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Dynamics NAV. Her expertise encompasses designing and implementing customizations, seamlessly integrating systems through APIs, harnessing the power of the Power Platform, and crafting insightful reports.

Past experience - Over 230+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods - Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of positions (VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Audit Manager, Controller, and Director Operations) - Extensive knowledge and implementation over 30 NAV/BC ISV APPs Awards - Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) - NAVUG/BC All-Star - 4-time NAVUG/BC Granite Award recipient - DUG Guardian Award recipient Professional - IMA/CMA – Member 1988 - AICPA – Member 1985 - APICS – Member 2004 - DCI Summit – Programming Committee (2012 – Present, Chair (2016-2018), Board of Advisor (2013-2015 and 2021-Present) - Dynamics User Group (DUG) – NAV/BC Forum Moderator, Dynamicscon LIVE Content Committee - Directions NA – Content Committee (2018-Present) Certifications - MCP – MB-800 - Dynamics Credentialed Professional - Microsoft Certified Professional

Jenn Claridge is Vice President of the ERP Practise at Sabre. Sabre is a Microsoft Partner with a Manufacturing vertical where Jenn planted her roots in 2008 starting as a consultant. Since 2013 Sabre has been laser focused on NAV and Business Central. Her areas of expertise are Project Management and using the Trade Modules, Assemblies and Production, Projects and Service. Her passion is getting results for her clients and rescuing any stray cat that comes her way!

Since 1998 working with Navision, Dynamics NAV, and now with Business Central and Power Platform. I worked as an end-user, consultant, and developer in different companies and partners. In 2022 I was awarded Microsoft MVP in the Business Applications category. International Speaker at Directions EMEA, Directions ASIA, and Days of Knowledge Odense. Organizing committee member "Business Central Day ES" (www.businescentralday.es) and Global Power Platform Bootcamp Zaragoza (https://www.meetup.com/power-platform-zaragoza/) As an MCT I teach Microsoft courses about Business Central, Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate. I have a blog where I write about these Microsoft technologies: https://blog.msdyn365bc.es. Also, you can see me telling things about Business Central and Power Platform at different community events and on my YouTube Channel: Aprende Business Central en Español (https://www.youtube.com/@rcorella) If you want to know more about me, here you have my LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertocorella/

Graeme Crouch is a Power Platform enthusiast who has worked with Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform since 2012, beginning his career as a Systems Analyst consultant on a CRM 2011 implementation. Graeme has since worked with public and private sector clients across North America and Europe in a number of industries including Healthcare, Regulation, Education, Manufacturing, and Sales. Graeme is currently the Director of Power Platform Consulting with TruNorth Dynamics based in Colorado, USA.

Benefiting from 25 years of experience in implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and its predecessor Navision and now the rest of the Microsoft Biz Apps stack, I'm passionate about how technology can drive business growth through consistent and efficient processes whilst giving new levels of insight through reporting and AI. Between my day job of leading one of the UK's biggest SME focused Dynamics partners I have the privilege of being Chairmen of Directions, a association of more than 1200 Dynamics partners worldwide and a Microsoft MVP for Business applications.

NAV Consultant certified in Dynamics NAV 28 years ago. Now an MVP, MCT, MCP. My goal is to empower companies to get the most out of NAV or BC. Combining years of NAV/BC practical knowledge with accounting, consulting and development background, I bring a unique set of skills rarely found in a technically oriented individual. Bridging gaps; that's my forte. Identifying what users really need/want in BC to gets the blueprint. Preparing a detailed comparison of user's needs versus what BC 'out-of-the-box' will do, lays the foundation of the project. Assisting analysts in how to configure BC to meet the user's requirements is the plumbing and electrical for the system. My developer skills let me build the walls to meet the user requests and so that developers put a roof on correctly! Then I can manage the project and provide communication to keep work on track, on time and on budget, Let's build a system that's your best.

Robb is a 26-year veteran of the Navision, NAV, and BC world. He is a Microsoft MVP, an MCT, MCP, and a nonpracticing CPA. He has spoken at Convergence, Directions NA, Directions EMEA and multiple User Group Conferences.

Shawn Dorward (Vice President at sa.global) is a business and technology professional focusing on efficiencies and maximizing the return on projects and technology investments. Shawn proudly serves the Dynamics Community and can often be found presenting at community events around the US and online. He regularly shares his tips and experiences via his personal blog site, LifeHacks365.com. LifeHacks365.com provides tips and tricks for Dynamics 365 products, such as Dynamics GP & Business Central (BC), as well as Office 365 products, such as Excel & Outlook.

Renato Fajdiga, a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics NAV/365 Business Central consultant and blogger, currently leads the Business Applications team, overseeing F&O, BC, and other applications. An MVP and MCT since 2018, he specializes in Business Applications, particularly Dynamics 365 Business Central and Power Platform. He thrives on learning new technologies and concepts that enhance customer processes. Occasionally, he delves into coding, but his primary motivation is resolving community-posted issues with Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Andrew’s extensive knowledge has been built from personal experiences with a wide range of companies. His Engineering background has been provided opportunities to work in a variety of operational and management roles. Projects have ranged from new implementations, special projects, and upgrades through to streamlining business operations. 23 years of Business Central and NAV experience means that he can provide a variety of perspectives when working with clients. Andrew has continued his commitment to continuous learning personally and professionally. To support the end users and partners that we work with, he is a MCT, DCP (Dynamics Certified Professional), MCP and Professional Engineer. He has helped clients get the most out of their BC/NAV systems, through integrations, upgrades, and extensions that allow them to deal with their changing business environments. These projects range from integrations, financial operations, rentals, distribution and manufacturing.

Kyle Hardin has been a Navision/NAV/Dynamics/BC developer for 25 years

With over 20 years in accounting, ERP systems, and Microsoft Dynamics, Kristen Hosman created Mount Evans Consulting to create accounting systems that fit each small business perfectly. Kristen is a schooled accountant with a diverse background of accounting experience and brings these experiences and knowledge in working with small businesses to provide the solutions to fit their unique accounting needs. In addition, she is extensively involved in the Microsoft Dynamics community and regularly offers her valuable knowledge in open forums, interviews, and conference appearances. Kristen serves on the advisory committee for Dynamics User Group (DUG). Her services and experience have earned her a renowned name, four consecutive GPUG All-Star nominations, a Granite Award, and Dynamics 365 All Star Award nomination. Kristen has also been recognized as a Microsoft MVP four years in a row, a recognition reserved for top technology experts who passionately share their knowledge with the community. As a Microsoft Certified Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant, she demonstrates a high level of domain expertise and can tackle even the most challenging projects.

Being part of the Microsoft Dynamics community since 1990, Erik Hougaard has worked with every version and visited all corners of the system. He has worked with NAV for the biggest companies in Denmark and across numerous industries. He is a Managing Partner in EFOQUS, a Canadian Microsoft Partner developing products and solutions with Dynamics 365 Business Central. Erik is an active community contributor passionate about sharing his deep technical knowledge, and he has been awarded a Microsoft MVP Award for his Dynamics NAV contributions every year since 2014. He is a sought-after speaker at conferences and has been blogging about Dynamics since 2013. In 2019 he wrote the BUSINESS CENTRAL FIELD GUIDE to help customers understand the system, with or without external help. In 2020 he added a YouTube channel publishing weekly videos with hacks and insights for Microsoft 365 Business Central programming.

Tom has worked in the NAV/BC space since 2003, and he's been with ArcherPoint since 2008, helping clients improve their ERP systems and increase efficiencies throughout their organizations.

Johnny Jay is an experienced product marketing manager with a proven track record of driving growth and profitability across various industries. With over a decade of experience, he has successfully launched numerous products and led impactful marketing campaigns for global brands. With his deep understanding of customer needs and market trends, Johnny leads insightsoftware's product marketing efforts across various financial reporting and budgeting & planning solutions. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Studies: Economics, Trade, and Development from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill."

Freddy is the Lead for the Business Central MVP group and is trying to make sure that our Most Valuable Professionals gets the information, love and attention they need to assist and make sure we have a good and vibrant community around Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Freddy is responsible for everything around Docker, the BcContainerHelper PowerShell module and our plug-and-play DevOps solution AL-Go for GitHub, which can help partners and customers to run their DevOps processes without the need of a DevOps engineer. All these offerings are open source and Freddy uses among other things his blog (https://freddysblog.com) to evangelize these areas to the community.

Jon is a creative and curious individual with a strong visionary mindset and the ability to influence those around him. He embraces risk while staying aware of its potential consequences, and is constantly seeking to challenge traditional ways of thinking and doing things. His passion lies in finding innovative solutions to challenging projects. With a mindset focused on endless possibilities, Jon approaches each day with the goal of making a positive impact on the world. He believes in unlearning conventional norms and embracing new perspectives to drive growth and progress.

Samir Makwana is on a mission to help enterprises and governments to build and grow secure and value driven businesses using Microsoft Cloud Services. Trained as Software Developer, Pre-sales and Solution Architect, he has a unique 17 years of experience in delivering diverse IT projects from initiation to completion, providing his clients with unique advantages. He is a leading expert in security, automation, messaging and collaborative technologies; He has designed multiple Automation and Office 365 Architecture solutions for various enterprises and governments. Over the years, he has been instinctive in coordinating large-scale projects, handling designs, deployment, upgrades, and documentation of large IT Cloud Environments. He is currently the founder and Principal Architect of Cloudtrify Inc. He has innovative ideas to develop and implement short- and long-term automation and cloud solutions, increasing user adoption, ROI, security, and ease of maintenance. Outside the professional sphere, he enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.

Shannon Mullins is the CEO and founder of a BC Consulting Group and a Microsoft MVP of Business Applications. She has over 20 years' experience across a wide variety of disciplines and products, including accounting, information technology, professional services, insurance, healthcare, mortgage lending, distribution, manufacturing, project management and deployment and implementation of CRM and ERP systems. Shannon has a deep understanding of the functional aspects of projects, process automation and system design, and the reporting needs and requirements for complex ERP systems. Shannon is a former controller and accountant and holds a master's degree in Accountancy. She currently resides in Nashville, TN and is an experienced international speaker and teacher.

Mary entered the Dynamics community in 2018 after being an AX super user for 3 years. Mary has been helping lead SMB's for 15+ years across various industries including construction, manufacturing, food & beverage, retail, and cosmetics. After attending an App in a day class in 2019 she became hyper focused on using the Power Platform to transform the way small businesses operate. Mary's special niche is extending Dynamics Business Central with the Power Platform. Mary is an MVP that is passionate about helping others upskill themselves. She partners with several non-profits to share her knowledge on the power platform and breaking into the tech industry with a non-tech background. She also co-leads the Tampa UG that focuses on the Power Platform and Dynamics. Her main goal at the end of the day is to help as many people as possible become the best version of themselves. 🫶 Outside of work and community she spends watcher her son play football and playing golf.

Kennie Nybo Pontoppidan works as program manager in the Dynamics 365 Business Central server backend team. He has been working in the dangerous field between customers, partners, support professionals, developers and dba's for many years and done his part of mistakes as a developer before that in his 18+ years in the it industry. He enjoys working with data and databases and really, really enjoys working using KQL. Kennie has no humor.

Rod has been working with Business Applications since 1997, with many of those years being focused on ERP and associated technology implementation and integration. His experience covers all aspects of implementation, support, and integration – both technical and functional, as a user, an IT manager, a partner, a small business owner, and most recently as an employee of a multi-solution ISV.

Rod has been working with Business Applications since 1997, with many of those years being focused on ERP and associated technology implementation and integration. His experience covers all aspects of implementation, support, and integration – both technical and functional, as a user, an IT manager, a partner, a small business owner, and most recently as an employee of a multi-solution ISV.

Nick Petrollini is a Solutions Consultant with Binary Stream, specializing in functional knowledge of D365 Business Central software solutions, including Multi-Entity Management, Subscription Billing Suite, and Property Lease Management. Prior to his role at Binary Stream, Nick worked in the Public Accounting industry for 3+ years, where he obtained his CPA designation in Vancouver, Canada. As an accountant, he specialized in assurance and evaluated many different ERP solutions. He works closely with partners to understand gaps in functionality and identify strategic solutions to maximize their Dynamics 365 ERP.

Brad Prendergast is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. He specializes in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (formerly Navision) and holds an Undergraduate and Master's degree in Computer Information Systems. Over the years, Brad has worked on both sides of ERP implementations, providing him with a unique perspective as both a partner and an end user. His extensive experience includes optimizing operations for large manufacturing and distribution clients, architecting and developing solutions, and streamlining processes, with both process and technology, to increase efficiency. Brad fully understands what it takes for a successful implementation from a business and technical perspective. Brad is also an active member of the Business Central community and co-host of the popular Dynamics Corner Podcast, frequently sharing his insights and expertise online at industry events and conferences. His passion for the application and the community is evident in his dedication to helping businesses achieve their goals through innovative ERP solutions.

Tony is a seasoned professional in Microsoft Dynamics 365, serving SMB, SMC, and Enterprise sectors for CRM and ERP implementation. As a Solution Architect, he ensures the scalability and utilization of best practices in solution architecture. His areas of proficiency encompass Dynamics 365 components and Azure

Experienced Channel Sales Manager with a career in software. Nick focuses on developing strategic alliances, driving demand generation, and collaboration. Nick excels in bringing value to partners and customers with inisghtsoftware's solutions.

Before becoming a Microsoft Dynamics Consultant 9 years ago, Michelle worked as an end user within Dynamics GP. Over the last several years, Michelle has focused on Dynamics 365 Business Central - from the program's inception as Project Madera to current day BC. She now works as a Solution Architect, designing implementations revolving around Business Central and its' ISVs and customizations and as the Director of ERP, overseeing both the Dynamics GP and Dynamics BC teams. As of 2021, Michelle is a Certified Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant.

I have always been captivated by the ever-evolving landscape of technology. Currently serving as a Senior Architect specializing in Microsoft Technologies, I am deeply passionate about leveraging innovation to drive meaningful change and empower organizations worldwide. I am recognized as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in Office Servers and Services, as well as a revered MVP of the C# Corner forum. My commitment to excellence has been underscored by my contributions to the tech community, reflected in the countless articles and blogs I have authored. With a staggering read count exceeding 7+ million readers, my insights have resonated far and wide, shaping the discourse on cutting-edge technologies. Embracing a spirit of collaboration and knowledge sharing, I actively host a myriad of community events, boot camps, hackathons, and fundraisers each year. These endeavors serve as catalysts for fostering innovation, nurturing talent, and driving positive impact within the tech ecosystem and our community. Amidst the fast-paced world of technology, I am easily recognizable by my warm smile, a testament to my unwavering enthusiasm and genuine passion for what I do. Hit me up for a connection.

With over a quarter of a century of experience in Dynamics 365 Business Central/Dynamics NAV, I have held various roles, including developer, administrator, DevOps engineer and architect. My expertise spans multiple industries, including Retail, Supply Chain & Logistics, Manufacturing, and Distribution.

Matt has 43 years of consulting experience delivering technology services to a diverse group of clients and industries, mostly designing and developing business processes and related solutions integrating with a clients ERP system. He has 22 years of experience as a CEO of a software integration firm that specialized in designing and developing custom, mission critical systems from the ground up. In addition Matt has experience performing formal business process analysis projects for companies such as Nielsen Entertainment, that document a clients current processes, provides a S.W.O.T. analysis, and recommends improvements that can be obtained by applying technology. He has more than 45 years of software development experience in a wide range of technologies and platforms, including: Fortran, COBOL, Business Basic, Pascal, C, C++, Objective C, C#, Java, Web Objects, Oracle, Mysql, HTML, C/AL, AL. Matt is currently engaged at SuiteEngine as Product Architect, responsible for understanding customer business goals and requirements, then defining the proper solution and approach, while focusing on aligning those solutions with their business goals. Additional responsibilities in marketing, pre-sales and team building of our horizontal product development and support teams. Industry and Business Experience Ecommerce, Retail, Financials, Distribution, Manufacturing, Job Shops, Healthcare (Laboratory), Insurance, Service, Not for Profit, Automotive, Fashion.

For over a decade, I have been bridging business needs with technical solutions. As a D365 Business Central specialist and Solution Architect, I determine what a product should do to make customers happy and plan how to build it so it works smoothly.

Gerri Taylor is a Solutions Consultant at Binary Stream, specializing in Business Central solutions. With over a decade of experience, she offers deep expertise in ERP management and consulting, having worked on both sides of the table to implement Microsoft Dynamics solutions across a variety of industries. Gerri’s career includes key roles in financial management, ERP project implementation, and business operations. Her passion for business process review drives her to help organizations streamline operations and optimize ERP systems, enhancing efficiency and promoting growth.

Matt is a seasoned Business Central developer with nearly two decades of experience in the field. Since 2005, he has worked with ISVs, end-users, and partners, leveraging his expertise to enhance developer productivity. A Business Central and Azure Certified Developer, and DevOps Engineer Expert, Matt is committed to integrating modern tools and development techniques into the Business Central ecosystem. He leads numerous initiatives aimed at automating repetitive tasks, freeing developers to engage in creative, high-value work that drives innovation and growth.

Dedicated and seasoned Technology Enthusiast with a robust background in leading solution architecture consulting teams and managing diverse projects

Eric “waldo” Wauters Eric is one of the founding partners of iFacto Business Solutions and Dynex bv. With his 21 years of technical expertise, he is an everyday inspiration to its development teams.  As development manager he continually acts upon the technical readiness of iFacto and Dynex.     Apart from that, Eric is also very active in BC community, where he tries to solve technical issues and shares his knowledge with other Dynamics enthusiasts. Surely, a lot amongst you will have read some of Eric’s posts, which he invariably signs with “waldo”. Lots of people have been using and even contributing to tools he shares for free on github. His proven track record entitled him to be awarded since 2007 as MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional).

Ed has been with Tasklet since 2021, starting with the company as a Customer Success Manager. Ed is now currently working as the Head of US Sales for Tasklet.

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Carlos is an experienced Business Central Developer who excels at seamlessly integrating Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central with external systems, focusing on eCommerce and Payment Platforms. With a career spanning over a decade, Carlos ensures smooth data synchronization and efficient payment gateways across various systems. Apart from technical expertise, he's skilled at simplifying complexity for actionable insights. Currently a Product Developer at Suite Engine, Carlos's commitment to staying updated ensures functional integrations and forward-looking solutions. His successful track record speaks to his role as a reliable integration expert in the business realm.