Directions EMEA 2024

Nicolai Schjørmann is a Senior Power Platform Consultant and Team Lead of the Power Platform team in Abakion. Nicolai has 8 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform.

Povilas is an experienced Partner Manager with a strong career in the software industry. He forges and nurtures strategic alliances that benefit all parties involved. With a particular focus on the Bankfeed solution, Povilas has consistently demonstrated his ability to deliver tangible value to both partners and customers. His approach combines deep industry knowledge with a keen understanding of market dynamics, enabling him to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

As a visionary leader and passionate Business Central developer, Stefan is dedicated to shaping the future of software development. His contributions extend beyond his professional work; he actively contributes to the Business Central open-source code, writes insightful blogs on his BC Blog, and supports others in the community through platforms like Yammer. His commitment to innovation and excellence has enabled him to deliver solutions that exceed customer expectations, and he continuously seeks new opportunities to enhance his skills and stay current with the latest advancements in technology. Stefan's community-oriented approach and unwavering dedication to the Business Central ecosystem make him a valuable asset and an inspiring leader in the field.

Matt leads Sales & Marketing for Ciellos. He is an energetic, results-oriented executive with over 25 years of experience in professional services, including 6 years in the Microsoft ecosystem. Matt started his professional journey at Deloitte followed by a decade with Bain & Company, where he was a Partner.

Signe started her journey within the Dynamics community in 2015. Back then in an admin role for Dynamics training courses. She joined Atradius in 2020 and has headed AtradiusFlow as the product owner since 2022. Signe is a driving force behind innovative solutions that empower organizations to manage their credit risk in account receivables. With her broad experience from various industries including shipping, real estate, education, insurance and IT, she is focused on customer needs, easy of use and adabtability across industries, cultures and geographies. Signe is responsible for maintenance and development of AtradiusFlow but also heads the roll-out to new markets. During the Direcstions EMEA conference you will find Signe at the Atradius booth (S24), in sessions obtaining new knowledge or preparing for this 45 min session of AtradiusFlow. She easy to spot - promoting the Atradius company colour: Red. Do not hesitate to reach out for a chat.

Been in the NAV/BC industry since 2002

Yehuda is a leading expert in cloud solutions with over 15 years of experience in crafting secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud solutions. As the Global Chief Architect at Magic Software Enterprises, Yehuda spearheads the development of cutting-edge platforms that facilitate seamless transitions from on-premises to cloud environments. With a comprehensive understanding of all major cloud vendors, Yehuda expertly navigates the complex challenges of cloud migration. He is also a strong advocate for sustaining low-code and no-code environments, ensuring long-term efficiency and flexibility for businesses worldwide.

Emmanuel has been a consultant and key account manager in the Dynamics / Business Central environment for over 12 years. Including more than 5 years active in the project business and responsible for holistic solution concepts. Emmanuel currently represents CKL Software GmbH as Partner Manager and Senior Consultant.

With 24+ years in Executive Positions in Finance, Operations, and IT, including 11 years as Partner Director at Fênix Consultoria, 7 years as Finance Director at Fumex Tabacalera (American Subsidiary), and 4 years as CIO at CdF International. Extensive international experience as Program and Project Manager in Brazil, Holland, Spain, Italy, UK, US, Indonesia, Philippines, Colombia, Dominican Republic, and Argentina. Expertise in cost and staff reorganization, change management, project finance, company and project valuation, budget and cash flow control, funding, infrastructure projects, corporate policies, and Sarbanes Oxley compliance. Strong background in ERP implementation and project management. Pursuing 2 Master’s degrees (Management Science – Kent, UK and Accounting – UFBa), MBA in Corporate Finance (FGV), and BA in Accounting and BS in Computer Science (UFBa). Certified PgMP, PMP, and currently pursuing a PhD in Accounting and Finance at Universidade de São Paulo (FEA-USP).

Solution Architect and MVP, covering all areas of Business Central. Big user of Power Platform to extend or plug gaps in Business Central. A general curiosity with development but a low code/no code platform suits me better 😊

I am Javier Armesto Gonzalez, a technology leader with over 20 years of experience in the IT sector. Currently, I work as the BizzApps Tech Lead at myCloudDoor, where I lead business applications projects and advise on digital transformation for companies. With a passion for technology and innovation, I have been honored by Microsoft with the MVP (Most Valuable Professional) award in the "Business Applications" category for the past two years, recognizing my valuable contributions to technical communities. I also share my knowledge and experience through my personal blog, TechSphere Dynamics, where I publish articles and resources on the latest trends and technologies in business applications and artificial intelligence.

As a Global Innovation & Technology Executive at BE-terna, I orchestrate technological transformation and drive innovation across our organization. My mission? To propel growth, enhance customer experiences, and shape the future of our customers' industries. I am most excited about the opportunity to work with clients and partners globally to develop and implement customized solutions that meet their unique needs. I am also committed to building strong relationships with my clients and partners by providing them with the highest service and support. As a leader, I create high energy within highly engaged teams and deliver transformational change to meet future business needs.

Professional Experience More than 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC 25 years of experience within different ERPs (SAP, Oracle Applications, Sage X3, Dynamics 365 BC and Dynamics 365 FO) University Invited Teacher Career started in Portugal and moved to London 6 years ago Different Roles in Consulting (Business Consultant, Functional Consultant, Project Manager, Programme Manager, Engagement Leader, Team Leader, Site Manager, Product Manager and Solution Architect) Vertical Experience Fashion, Food and Pharmaceutical (Retail and Manufacturing) Services and Real Estate Some Personal Food, Wine and Gin Lover Runner (finished 4 marathons), Trekker (finished 10 ways of Camiño to Santiago), Padel and Bodyboarding

Born in Dortmund, Germany I've started developing for Navision back in 2006. In 2011 I've founded bms and we've grown to a dynamic team – with years of experience. Capable, flexible, perceptive – and with both feet firmly on the ground. Highly innovative – it doesn’t matter whether you are a global player or a family business, we are familiar with all types of operations. With this mix, we have been successfully implementing ERP projects for our customers from a wide variety of industries for more than 10 years – reliably, efficiently and always on an equal footing.

Vjekoslav Babić, known in the community as Vjeko, is a Business Central architect, developer, trainer, author, and blogger. With over two decades of IT experience, he has worked with a wide range of technologies, but his true passion lies in coding, particularly in the web and mobile worlds. A self-proclaimed hacker, Vjeko loves breaking things apart to understand how they work, often pushing the boundaries of Business Central by connecting it with anything that can be integrated through obscure loopholes or undocumented interfaces. For him, the thrill lies in making things useful beyond their intended purpose. Since 2010, Vjeko has been a Microsoft MVP for Dynamics NAV. You can find his insights on his blog, "Vjeko.com - ideas in the cloud."

Elena is a tech leader with 20 years of experience in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem, including 9 years at Microsoft. In 2013, she founded 365 Talent Portal, a company that provides comprehensive people services within the Microsoft Dynamics channel, specialising in finding, training, and developing talent. Today, the company supports over 1,000 Microsoft businesses in growing and upskilling their people and leadership. Elena is an active and influential member of the global Microsoft community. She serves as the International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners (IAMCP) EMEA President, International Vice President, and leads the Global Diversity & Inclusion Committee.

Passionate business development executive • Enabling growth and success with Dynamics 365 • 20+ years of experience within Microsoft Dynamics 365 business development • 10+ years helping Microsoft Dynamics Partners with offer development and commercial growth

I have been working in controlling and process consulting for almost 20 years. In recent years, I have also been able to gain a lot of experience in BI. As an auditor and tax consultant, I have a slightly different perspective on data than many IT consultants, but I am convinced that combining commercial and IT/ERP knowledge can produce solutions that no one had thought of before.

Peik Bech-Andersen is a freelance solution architect , consultant, Instructor and developer, Implementing solutions all-over the world. He is specialized in advanced manufacturing combined with master data replication and Intercompany solutions. He first saw Navision in 1984 at the beta testing program of PcPlus. He started implementing manufacturing solutions in 1983 on IBM S/36 systems. Since the Dynamics NAV manufacturing module was released, he has implemented at least 50 Manufacturing solutions in all kinds of different businesses. Starting as an accountant in a production company and moving on to implementing systems, he has both the accounting, the development and the implementation background. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, he has conducted courses the last 10 years in topics like Dynamics NAV programming, installation, finance, trade, warehouse management and manufacturing. During the many years, he has had countless courses with many participants in 15 countries.

Vincent Bellefroid is a Partner at Plataan, where he collaborates with Companial to support Microsoft Dynamics partners. With a deep background in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem, Vincent has worked with a wide range of customer and partner organizations. His experience with leading companies like Microsoft and Deloitte has shaped his commitment to helping partners build the skills they need to achieve excellence.

Born and raised in Germany. Primarily worked in the mandatory health insurance sector in Germany. Moved to Denmark in 2009 and worked there in various industries. Worked with different versions of Microsoft NAV and Dynamics 365 Business Central. Many years served as a super user. Specialized in B2B integrations and business processes, particularly sales, purchase and warehouse.

I'm Elaiza 👋, a Senior Cloud Advocate for Power Platform at Microsoft. I have a ✨passion✨ for helping the technical community build solutions with Microsoft Power Platform. I started with Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 and then fell in love with Power Platform in 2018. I often speak at online virtual events or in-person events. I also have a series on my YouTube channel called WTF - What The Flow where I help others learn about cloud flows.

Benedikt has rich experience in designing and implementing solutions based on both Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. He has a development background which makes him a pro Coder in a fusion team. His passion is to automate stuff as well as create templates to make the life of others easier. In January 2021 he received the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award in Business Applications.

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.

With over 18 years of experience in various roles within software and IT companies, I help organizations transform technology into added business value. In recent years, I have supported companies like Essent, Carglass, and Louwman in optimizing their field service processes, delivering impactful value to their operations.

Since joining LS Retail in 2015, Urdur Anna has been a key consultant with extensive experience in Microsoft LS Central. She holds an M.Sc. in Business Management and now serves as Consulting Director, leading the European team and supporting partners and customers in retail and hospitality projects.

Nicki is the founder and the head behind the label "Xperts At Work" and co-founder of Experts Inside. He worked for many years in Microsoft enterprise environments and also as a trainer and consultant for SharePoint and Office 365 & Azure. His expertise extends from technical and strategic consulting all the way to project management, with his core competencies covering SMB, enterprise environments and government data management. Nicki is Microsoft MVP for Office Servers & Services, Microsoft Regional Director and professional Member of German Speaker Association e.V. https://rd.microsoft.com/en-us/nicki-borell https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5000242

Nick has been at the forefront of business applications marketing for over 24 years. Specializing in driving growth through innovative marketing strategies, Nick has helped numerous partners increase their market reach and achieve significant ROI. He is passionate about leveraging data-driven tactics to optimize marketing efforts and enjoys sharing his knowledge to empower others in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Christoph Brüntrup ist Geschäftsführer der GSGroup Deutschland GmbH, einem führenden Unternehmen im Bereich Field Service Management. Er hat umfangreiche Erfahrungen in der Entwicklung von der Softwarelösung Handyman gesammelt und zahlreiche Projekte mit Kunden aus verschiedenen Branchen erfolgreich umgesetzt. Seine Expertise trägt maßgeblich zum Erfolg und Wachstum des Unternehmens bei.

Finnur is a seasoned expert in demand planning and has worked in sales for AGR for the last 15 years. During this time, he has introduced best-practice forecasting and inventory optimisation processes to a diverse international customer base comprising retailers and wholesalers.

Benjamin Brousseau, Business Solution Consultant for The Asset Guardian (TAG), has over four years of experience leading EAM implementations across industries like logistics, energy, and manufacturing. Currently pursuing his Master’s in Digital Transformation at HEC Montréal, he also contributes to The Asset Guardian’s R&D, ensuring its continuous innovation and customer satisfaction.

Hendrik is managing partner at Dime Software and leads the Dime.Scheduler product team. His many years of experience as a consultant and passion for business and technology have helped shape Dime.Scheduler to what it is today and where it is headed.

Petras has been in the BC channel for over 10 years now, spending most of that time in NAV to BC migration processes, technology and everything related to it. For the past few years Petras had spent more time in R&D dept. with running multiple product trials for Business Central market.

Lars Byg is a Product Manager at DynamicWeb, specializing in the use cases of Product Information Management (PIM). With extensive experience in managing product data and workflows, Lars has a strong focus on compliance, particularly within the B2B sector. His deep understanding of user needs drives his approach to solving problems, ensuring that solutions are tailored to meet the diverse requirements of B2B organisations.

Gerdien Cammeraat has 27 years of experience in the software industry of which 23 years in the Dynamics community. She has been responsible for product development teams in Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and the other Dynamics products. She is a coaching leader and has a passion for customer centric innovations. In her current role as Services Director at Ciellos, a Microsoft ISV Development Center, she is responsible for the overall delivery of the different service lines and ensuring high customer solution satisfaction. Directions has a special place in her heart as she was heavily involved in getting the first two editions in Europe- Paris and Barcelona - to roll.

Adri Cardol is a seasoned Product Manager at STAEDEAN with over 30 years of extensive ERP experience. He specializes in developing, delivering, and supporting innovative industry solutions and connectivity tools for Microsoft Dynamics Business Central. Known for his strategic vision and hands-on expertise, Adri excels in optimizing ERP systems to enhance operational efficiency and drive business transformation. His contributions empower organizations to leverage advanced technologies for competitive advantage and sustained growth.

Federica Cenzato is the Senior Solution Manager for the Sustainability product at Continia Software. With a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Federica brings extensive expertise in developing impactful environmental strategies and leading sustainability projects.. She previously worked as a Sustainability Manager for a boutique consulting firm in Portugal and as a Project Engineer for a civil engineering company in France. Throughout her career, she has managed initiatives focused on energy transition, water management, carbon reduction, and pollution remediation. At Continia, she leads the development of Continia Sustainability, a solution that helps companies work towards more sustainable business practices.

Tharanga Chandrasekara is a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central lead technical consultant with over a decade of experience. Tharanga is an active member and community moderator of the official Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Community forum. He regularly shares knowledge with others through his blog, user groups, and webinars. Tharanga strongly believes that "one small piece of knowledge someone shares today could be the cornerstone of a huge concept that changes the world tomorrow". For the past eight years, Tharanga has been working for Theta, one of the largest and most competitive IT companies in New Zealand that helps organizations – in New Zealand and around the world transform their businesses with technology. Since 2016, Tharanga has been awarded the prestigious Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Mark Chapman is the Head of Customer Success at EazyStock, where he drives initiatives to optimise inventory management and enhance partner relationships. With a deep passion for inventory optimisation, Mark combines his expertise in customer success with a commitment to helping partners achieve significant business growth. His leadership and enthusiasm for innovative solutions make him a key advocate for maximizing efficiency and profitability through EazyStock’s cutting-edge software.

Val Clarke has over a decade of experience in the software industry and has been with 4PS for seven years. As Operations Director, Val is responsible for overseeing the daily business operations and overall customer satisfaction, evaluating efficiency and performance, developing and implementing strategies for growth, employee recruitment and development and general business improvements.   With strong people management and strategic planning skills, Val is passionate about ensuring that 4PS offers the best possible outcomes for customers and employees. The 4PS core values are fully embedded into her approach to running the business – Val consistently and continuously encourages everyone in the team to follow their heart, learn more and innovate.  Fostering this positive culture keeps the whole team developing and improving while delivering real quality and value to 4PS customers in a forward-thinking and supportive environment.

Jacqui is a Senior Partner Marketing Advisor at Microsoft for Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Europe. She has over 20 years of experience in B2B GTM, with extensive cross-industry marketing experience working as the Consulting Africa CMO at Deloitte and senior GTM positions at Microsoft EMEA. She is passionate about the empowerment of women, and the digital transformation of emerging markets as a way to become internationally relevant and globally competitive. With an unwavering growth mindset, she constantly pursues opportunities for personal development & growth. She is an Advisory Board Member on the CMO Council for Africa and a Board Member of the Global Alliance for ICT and Development (GAID), a UN approved non-profit organization that aims to broaden dialogue among governments, businesses, academia, and civil society on innovative ways of utilizing ICT to advance development.

Responsible for leading the Microsoft Business Applications EMEA regional partner 'go to market' team. Driving solution area marketing strategy, planning and execution through partners to maximise cloud revenue, consumption impact and joint business growth. An IAMCP Board Member with a passion for enabling partner community engagement, driving D&I initiatives and supporting those who are early in their careers.

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. If you want to know more about me, here you have my LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertocorella/

Leader in Microsoft Partner Strategy, 30+ yrs Business Applications Joseph Corigliano is an business executive with 32 years of experience in the Busines Applications space including 23 years ex-Microsoft.

After a career in market research, Steven reignited his passion for technology in 2017 by becoming a CRM application consultant at Avento, a company later acquired by Cegeka. He joined the Fearless Leader product team and now thrives as its product owner. Next to building this product for retail, out-of-home and pharma, he loves to build tailor-made solutions, harnessing the power of Resco for projects that vary from sales to field service.

Stefano Demiliani is a Microsoft MVP for Business Applications and for Azure, MCT Regional Lead, international speaker and a long-time expert on different Microsoft technologies. He works as a CTO for EID/Nav-lab Group and he's frequently involved on helping customers on moving their business to the Azure cloud. He is the author of many successful IT books related to Dynamics NAV, Dynamics 365 Business Central, Azure DevOps, Azure solution development and Power Platform. He's the author of the first Dynamics 365 Business Central Development guide. He’s a Microsoft Community Champion for Azure. He's the winner of the global "Tech Start of the Year" Digital Revolution Award 2023 (the "Tech Star of the Year" award recognizes outstanding contributions to the cloud industry by individuals working at any level within an organization).

Doyle Dettro, CPA and Enterprise Account Executive at Verosoft Design (VSD), brings over two decades of expertise in ERP solutions and business consulting. With a focus on scalable Industry 4.0-ready software, Doyle helps medium to large enterprises implement innovative solutions designed for growth, including Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central.

CEO and co-founder of Seer 365, Sam is well-known and respected within the Microsoft Business Applications ecosystem, having previously grown and sold three successful Microsoft Dynamics businesses, the most recent of which, at its time of sale to a large Global Systems Integrator, was the UK's largest Microsoft Dynamics partner. As an experienced business leader, he has a real passion for improving business efficiency and productivity, which was where the idea for Seer 365 and the GYDE365 platform originally came from. Alongside his team, he is 100% focused on helping Microsoft Dynamics 365 partners, ISV partners, their customers, and Microsoft itself to be more successful. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-dharmasiri-36807318/

I'm a software/IT professional with strong technical skills and a versatile attitude in building and delivery up to date solutions. During my 25 years career i covered up different roles related mainly to Microsoft systems and ERP/CRM. Currently I'm leading R&D and IT teams with the goal to release, sell, and and maintain business applications for the smb companies around the world. As solution architect I'm focused on full Microsoft stack (Dynamics 365 Business Central, PowerBI, Dynamics 365 CRM, Sharepoint, M365 and modern workplace) As Microsoft tecnology specialist my main goal is to design and integrate solutions related to CRM, ERP and BI systems. As a team leader I try to promote best practices and pattern in a healthy and positive work environment driven by business goals and continuous self improvement. I have a long experience in design and develop ERP for Italian and international companies, with knowledge of enterprise business processes.

Nick Doelman is an independent Power Platform specialist, trainer and coach. Nick delivers presentations, workshops and collaborates on Power Platform and Dynamics 365 projects worldwide. From 2021 to 2023, Nick worked as a Senior Content Developer at Microsoft where he worked on skilling content for Power Pages, Power Automate, and other parts of the Power Platform. Nick has been awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) and is also a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). Nick is a cohost on the Power Platform BOOST podcast as well as one of the organizers of the Canadian Power Platform Summit. Nick is also a competitive Powerlifter and is a member of Team Canada competing at various international events.

Bartek is a results-driven leader with a strong background in reporting and analytics. He is passionate about helping businesses achieve their goals through effective data management and business development.

Stacy has been working in the Microsoft Dynamics space since 1996. During those years she has performed various functions, beginning in support and implementations, and moving to sales and account management. Through these roles, and working with partners and customers, Stacy has gained considerable knowledge of business processes and how software can help solve problems. Stacy is currently engaged at Suite Engine to grow and develop our partner channel, and to help our partners and prospects understand how our solutions can help them.

Berny During, MCT CPIM BBA(UNISA), boasts a 27-year tenure as a Microsoft Certified Trainer. With a rich background, he began as product manager at Navision South Africa, later co-founding a successful partner. His impact spans roles from entrepreneurship to being a driving force in some of Africa's largest partners. Berny's expertise extends across fields like Production and Inventory Management, Business Administration, Computer Sciences, Law, Taxation, and Labour Law. Over 27 years, he's empowered thousands worldwide through NAV/BC training, in 20+ countries. Currently, he nurtures Business Central practices, consultants, and developers, also aiding ISVs and promoting Dynamics 365 Business Central. Berny's voice has resonated at industry conferences like Tech-Ed, Directions, Days of Knowledge and hosted the Navision Africa partner conference. Passionate about knowledge sharing, he finds joy in inspiring business growth and personal development among partners.

Since completing his studies in Business Informatics, Michael has taken the role of ISV sales and partner manager at YAVEON. Pushing for the success of the partners while also doubling the size of the YAVEON partner network in his 4 years, his focus has always been on being successful through verticalization.

Part of the leading CSP Distributor in the world, TD SYNNEX. Experienced Microsoft expert with over 12 years in the field. Knowledge about the complex world of Microsoft licensing, MAICPP, CSP and incentive programs, focused on Business Applications solutions. Possessing a winning combination of solid tech skills and business sense. Eager in helping you grow your Dynamics 365 & Power Platform business and assisting in the move towards the Cloud by providing advice on a global level, combining technical background and knowledge with business and customer/partner needs.

Lisa is a Product Consultant for Clever Dynamics, designing, testing and documenting Clever Apps, demonstrating the functionality and benefits of the Clever Products. Previously an end user when working as a Project Manager, she is passionate about and understands the importance of providing effective solutions to aid business processes.

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.

Klaus is Co-Founder and CEO of acadon, an ISV focussing on ERP for the Timber industry. Since 2010 he is engaged in the IAMCP (International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners) and now is treasurer of the German, EMEA and worldwide IAMCP. Klaus is passionate about bringing people together so that everybody can deliver better solutions to customers.

Tobias Fenster started as a developer in the 1990s. Holding different positions including Head of Technical Consulting, Head of Development and CTO for multiple Microsoft partners during his career, he is now a Managing Director at 4PS Germany. He is also a Microsoft Regional Director, holds dual Microsoft MVP awards for Business Applications and Azure and is a Docker Captain. He is blogging on tobiasfenster.io, where he writes about Business Applications, Docker and Windows Containers, but also tooling like Azure DevOps, Visual Studio Code and infrastructure automation. His other focus is Azure, mainly around container environments and SQL.

20+ years of experience as Financial Controller and CFO before founding Konsolidator in 2014

Ugne Fink-Jensen is a highly experienced international business negotiator, entrepreneur, and speaker with over 15 years of professional experience. She has a strong background in complex and high-stakes IT, tech, and innovation negotiations, having worked as a lead negotiator and senior group counsel at the multi-billion-dollar corporation AP. Møller-Maersk. Before that, she headed the legal department at 1ClickFactory, which marked the beginning of her deep understanding of the Microsoft industry. Today, she is the founder of Legal4Partners, a legal consulting company specializing in the Microsoft industry, and Firm&Fair, a global negotiation agency. On a mission to level the playing field in business negotiation, Ugne inspires business leaders to rethink their current approach to negotiation and to negotiate with expertise, not on autopilot.

25 years working on Fênix, a Navision/Microsoft partner in Brazil since 2000. Computer Engineer, MBA in Project Manager and Stanford Executive EPGC

Microsoft MVP, Microsoft 365 Consultant, Power Platform Developer Luise helps customers around the globe to improve their business processes and to get rid of everything that only keeps them busy. She is a member of the Microsoft 365 platform community (PnP) team and supports developers in extending Microsoft 365. She loves all things community, open-source, stickers, and the number 42.

Roger is co-owner and CEO of Singhammer IT Consulting, a vertical ISV for the IT industry, based in Germany. He started at Singhammer as consultant more than a decade ago and learned the nuts and bolts of Business Central. Before joining Singhammer he held various CFO and MD roles in public listed IT companies. Talk to him about how to build a BC practice in the IT sector, cloud transformation, New Work, Yoga, Skiing and Hiking.

Anna Fritsch-Weninger (Microsoft MVP since 2022, https://mvp.microsoft.com/de-de/PublicProfile/5004744?fullName=Anna%20Fritsch-Weninger) studied Computer Science and English and has been working in the IT sector since 2006. Throughout these years, she worked in different industries and IT roles within diverse technological contexts, with a general passion for Unix and Python as well as IT education. In the last couple of years, she has been focusing exclusively on Cloud technologies, i.e. Microsoft 365 adoption and automation. She currently works as Cloud Solution Expert and Cloud Developer, with a particular interest in PowerAutomate, PowerShell, MS Graph API and SharePoint API.

Gary has nearly 25 years’ experience of implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (and its predecessor Navision) with a focus on warehouse, logistics and manufacturing functions. He is passionate about leveraging this platform by designing and developing apps to improve both efficiency and insights into business processes.

Gary has nearly 25 years’ experience of implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (and its predecessor Navision) with a focus on warehouse, logistics and manufacturing functions. He is passionate about leveraging this platform by designing and developing apps to improve both efficiency and insights into business processes.

CEO at idyn for 15 years and the founder of OMA (Object Manager Advanced). Frans has a background as a merchant navy officer, logistics and IT. Frans has a passion for improving processes in ERP software and was CEO of a VAR for many years before starting idyn.

After a career in IT- and project management Stefan is now an independent interim manager helping customers to bridge the lack of internal management capacity; either as a program and project manager or as part of the internal management team, e.g. as head of IT or similiar. Stefan knows the classical project management methods like PMbook as well as he is a big friend and early adopter of agile. But he knows that the most important success factor of a project is the human being working together to solve a mutual problem.

Steve Gichure is a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central developer with 14 years of experience implementing ERP solutions across Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the US. Stephen has been an active member of the Business Central community in New Zealand for the last 5 years, sharing his knowledge in community events across NZ. He now works as a freelance contractor, focusing on enabling business transformation through software innovations.

I've been in the NAV/BC world for more than 15 years now, first as a developer, and currently as the CTO of iDynamics, an ISV best known for our Commissions solution for Business Central. If you have been in the Business Central community for long, you probably have seen my name reporting bugs in Github or nagging Microsoft employees in Yammer for improvements to the app 😆

Data Platform and Business Applications Microsoft MVP Business solutions should solve business problems and the business should own the problem and the solution. I've spent my whole career empowering businesses to do that.

My name’s Joe Griffin, and I’m CEO of proMX UK, a Microsoft Inner Circle partner within the proMX group of companies. I hold various Microsoft certifications and have a broad knowledge of working with and managing projects involving Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement, Azure, Power BI, .NET and other technologies within the Microsoft cloud stack. During this time, I’ve developed a keen interest in coding, and love working with Transact-SQL, JScript, PowerShell, DAX & C#. Thanks to my previous experience, I have practical knowledge of operating within the energy efficiency, managed services, retail, print & direct mail and utility sectors. I love getting involved as part of the Business Applications technical community and was very fortunate to receive the Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award from Microsoft in 2020. When I’m not blogging or tinkering, I enjoy reading, catching up on the latest films/TVs and also enjoy studying history.

I started my professional journey in 2015 in German customer service at Microsoft Operations Ireland and discovered my passion for helping business partners in their day-to-day business. Since then, I have built a versatile skill set for administrative and empathy-based jobs. I have been trained in the Translating/Interpreting sector and in Management Assistance. In my personal time, I enjoy practicing arts (martial, culinary, musical & otherwise) and discovering new places in my area by bike or on foot.

Experienced international Sales & Marketing professional (+20 years in the IT industry). At Abakion I help our partners and customers grow their business leveraging the Abakion Apps portfolio and related services for Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions.

Mark Hamblin is passionate about Dynamics 365 Business Central for manufacturing and distribution and has a deep technical knowledge of the platform.

Starting as a Microsoft Dynamics superuser in 2014, Kay has seen both sides of implementation projects. She enjoys bringing her user experience and insights to help partners and customers streamline business processes and keep up with an increasingly digital world.

With over 30 years’ experience in the IT business, I have developed a huge passion for business development and IT strategy. Working with Navision Software and at the Microsoft Development Center in Copenhagen for 7 years, I gained a deep insight into the traditional Dynamics NAV customer and business management software market. I am also holding a strong background working in the Microsoft Dynamics partner channel, establishing businesses in Europe for international ISVs and Global distributors. Whether I’m talking to a partner or doing presales activities with a customer, I am dedicated to making life easier for business users and improving the quality and effectiveness of their IT solutions. I have been with Crayon since April 2022 as the responsible for the global Biz Apps strategy.

Thorsten has been working at Microsoft in Germany for almost 17 years. During this time, he has filled various roles. Currently and for about 6 years he is PDM for the Dynamics partners in Germany.

ITVT Group 1 Year - Microsoft Alliance Manager Europe Microsoft 1.5 Years - Partner Development Manager for BizApps Partner Microsoft 1.5 Years - Partner Specialist - Workforce of the Future

Olof Hedin has been Chief Executive Officer of SignUp Software since 2021. He joined SignUp initially as Executive Chairman and has previous experience in leading roles in various management settings at companies such as Permobil, Quant, Acado and Knowit.

Henrik is a Veteran in the NAV and Business Central world. Henrik has worked with clients in a plethora of industries and geographic locations and sizes. Henrik is proud to be known as a dinosaur ...

Started working at Continia Software 10 years ago, together with my team we established a succesfull partner network in the UK, Ireland, Portugal and Eastern Europe.

With over 20 years in accounting, ERP systems, and Microsoft Dynamics, Kristen Hosman founded Mount Evans Consulting to create tailored accounting systems for small businesses. A seasoned accountant, Kristen leverages her diverse experience to meet unique business needs. Active in the Microsoft Dynamics community, she shares her expertise through forums, interviews, and conferences. Kristen has earned multiple accolades, including GPUG All-Star, Granite Award, Dynamics 365 All Star nomination, and Microsoft MVP for four years.

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.

Ben has over 20 years consultancy experience implementing IT based solutions to solve business problems across all sectors, including ERP, EPM and other LOB solutions. During this time Ben has worked for several key industry organisations including Microsoft and Dell, as well as several smaller organisations. Ben has been a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for the last 14 years, and is currently a Data Platform MVP. He co-hosts the Manchester Power BI user group.

Fabian Huber is Senior Technical Evangelist at dox42. He is responsible for Sales and Partner management. He presents dox42 to customers and partners at various events, international conferences, and online meetings. Additionally, he is the product manager for dox42 in Business Central. He has built in-depth knowledge and project know-how on process optimization and document automation for various technologies (Microsoft SharePoint, MS Office, Dynamics 365, SAP, etc.). He is also accompanying customers and partners through the entire dox42 implementation process. Furthermore, he holds workshops and trainings for partners and customers, and he supports dox42 in various Marketing activities.

I’m a rather large, straight-talking, tattooed, well-travelled South African who plays drums (badly), wears horrendous colourful shirts, and has an affinity for engaging in as many social gatherings as humanly possible because, well….I want to experience as much as possible and connect with as many different people as I can! I am, unapologetically, Myself! My zest for interaction and collaboration has led to a fixation on community and an understanding that ANYTHING can be achieved by bringing people together in the right environment. I have an intense enthusiasm for technology and innovation. I am a terrific tinkerer, a passionate problem solver, and a magical maker. As long as I am creating something or bringing people together to do something innovative and COOL, I feel fulfilled. Combining people, technology and excitement for doing the next next is what I do! If you feel like you are moments away from your new Innovative thing, I’d love to talk to you!

Passionate about making integration simple. Partner at Golden EDI since 2016.

As an advisor for as well small and big entities I have more that 35+ years of experience introducing new and optimized processes by using the Microsoft platform in terms of ERP systems. Primarily my focus is on the Discrete Manufacturing, Fiels Service and Project-oriented companies trying to optimize the value chain by always using standard software.

Andrew Hallsworth - Senior Sales Engineer, Vertex James Karst - Senior Partner Sales Engineer

Kevin Kalla has been with Simova for almost a decade. His journey at Simova was awareded with the Product Manager title in 2022 after positions as Sales Consultant and Project Manager. Combining the knowledge from both sides has allowed him to integrate these insights from different perspectives into the development of new innovations and functionalites for the Simova extensions.

Over 20 years in Dynamics. Driving Data Strategies for Partners and Customers.

After selling my company (Netronic Software) to Boyum IT, I am responsible for Boyum's global cloud business. As such, I am the driving force behind providing both Netronic Manufacturing and Perfion PIM for Dynamics 365 Business Central. Netronic Manufacturing is a solution of integrated apps crafted to enable SME manufacturers to innovate with structure, produce on time, and meet their quality standards. Perfion offers a Product Information Management (PIM) solution for enriching product data, ensuring accuracy and effective distribution across all channels. I host the Business Central Manufacturing Show (podcast) and am the author of the "State of Business Central and Manufacturing" report.

Dmitry is a Business Central specialist with an impressive 20 years of experience. His journey began in 2004, and over the years, he has held various roles, from a developer to the successful owner of his own company. Highly acclaimed in the Business Central community, Dmitry has earned the prestigious MVP title, showcasing his expertise and passion for the platform through insightful blogs and unwavering dedication. Driven by a passion for innovation and cutting-edge technologies, Dmitry created CentralQ.ai in 2023. This revolutionary AI-powered search platform, fueled by the collective knowledge of the Business Central community, has quickly become an invaluable tool for professionals in the field. With a remarkable talent for transforming ideas into reality, Dmitry continuously pushes the boundaries of what's possible in the exciting world of Microsoft Business Central. MVP, owner - Katson.com

Arend-Jan Kauffmann is CTO at Lumos 365 Ltd., a UK-based partner with a Business Central solution for the energy sector. With over 20 years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central and 30 years of experience in the IT industry, he has a solid track record in this business. With a strong focus on architecture, design and integration, he worked in different roles and with a broad range of technologies and platforms, including C/SIDE & VS Code development, C/AL and AL, Microsoft .Net, Microsoft Azure and Office 365. He strongly believes that knowledge increases by sharing it, not by saving it. By delivering workshops and being a frequent speaker at conferences, he can put this into practice. Since 2013 Arend-Jan is awarded as Microsoft MVP Business Solutions.

Katharina is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in ERP and logistics projects. She is highly skilled in partner management and is driven by a passion for transforming companies through strategic, value-driven communication that delivers measurable impact. Her expertise lies in creating tangible growth and innovation for businesses by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and solutions like Netstocks demand and supply planning solutions. With a robust network and in-depth knowledge, Katharina's focus is on e-commerce platforms, digital transformation in the B2B sector, inventory optimization in the cloud, and process optimization in the area of supply chain management. She is dedicated to helping businesses thrive in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Martin has over 25 years of IT business solutions experience as a developer, consultant, and manager, primarily in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. He joined LS Retail in 2015 after serving as IT Manager for an international solar industry supplier.

More then 20 years experience around NAV and now Business Central. Originally ERP and IT manager at end user site - later working for a Microsoft Gold partner in support and projects and now since over 12 years having my own company for workshops, support and more. Next to this author of several book series for NAV and Business Central in German as well some soft skill books.

I have been involved in the development of enterprise resource planning systems and the evaluation of operational data since 1995. Since 1999 I am self-employed and since 2003 shareholder and managing director of datenkultur GmbH. Starting in 2006, I was instrumental in establishing the Jet Reports product in the German market. In the following years I extended my knowledge to Dynamics, data warehouse, analysis services and Power BI. I always keep my knowledge up to date on these topics. I regularly publish articles on these topics and am often invited as a speaker.

Ugne Kontare, Chief Business Development Officer at Softera Baltic (Microsoft's Partner of the Year in Lithuania 2022), is a seasoned leader in cloud technology and international business. With 15+ years of experience across Marketing, Sales, CEO, and Business Development roles, Ugne excels in: 🏅Building and managing diverse, high-performance teams across cultures 🏅Developing and launching cloud solutions for global markets 🏅 Navigating complex international partnerships and business environments At Softera, Ugne led the development of multiple SOFT4 brand solutions, gaining market share and partner recognition. Her experience includes both successful product launches and valuable lessons from discontinued projects. Ugne's unique blend of experiences equips her to guide businesses through global expansion, product development, and team management in the dynamic Microsoft business technology landscape.

Blazej Kotelko is one of the PMs in the Microsoft Development Center Copenhagen, Denmark but he had worked previously for Microsoft in London, UK and in Poland. With experience in the SMB space, UX design, low-code platforms and partner management he is currently responsible for the success and roadmap of Dynamics 365 Business Central integration with Power Platform.

Guus Krabbenborg is a highly-experienced business trainer and consultant with a well-earned reputation in the Microsoft Dynamics arena. He has managed and co-owned several software companies, was Sales Director for Navision in The Netherlands and co-founder of QBS Group - aka Companial. Over the last 20+ years Guus has delivered business training and presentations to hundreds of Dynamics partners and end-users all over the world. During the last years with a particular attention to business transformation and digital transformation. With Dynamics and More, Guus supports D365 customers and their partners with high impact services in the domains of Strategy, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Sales and Project Success. Finally, Guus is a frequent speaker at various Microsoft events like DIRECTIONS and at D365 partner events all over Europe. His approach is perceived by both customers and partners as inspiring, creative and provocative – but always entertaining. :-9

Maximilian Krampe holds a bachelors degree in Technical Management & Marketing and has been with Simova since 2020. He is coming from marketing and sales related to ERP-independend product lifecycle management solutions including document management, process optimization and digitization. It is now his goal to inspire Microsoft Partners to streamline the processes for their Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central customers with the Simova apps.

Karolina is a Partner Sales Consultant at Yooz with extensive experience in information technology and partnership strategy. She specializes in driving growth across EMEA by developing and managing partnerships in emerging industries. Karolina excels at transforming partnerships into revenue centers and creating new practice offerings, leveraging her expertise to fuel business growth.

Commercial Background With 4 years of experience in B2B sales to accounting offices, including a key sales leadership position at Visma e-conomic. Advising large accounting offices and groups/conglomerates in optimizing their business with digitalization and automation. Educational Background: Bachelor in Finance and Master of Science in economics and International Business

CEO and Founder of Yavrio, providing Open Banking to Microsoft Dynamics.

Johannes is a technology enthusiast and as the dox42 Lead Technical Evangelist he is working with different scenarios and environments in the Microsoft Ecosystem (Power Automate, Dynamics 365, Teams, SharePoint, etc.) on a daily basis – always trying to find new best practices for customers and partners. While doing so he has gained great IT project knowhow in different industries and frequently contributes his knowledge and learnings on international conferences, in webinars and blog posts.

Markus Lippert is working for COSMO CONSULT (cosmoconsult.com) as a Team Manager and technical lead for COSMO Alpaca. Born near Ulm in Germany, Markus got his master's degree in computer science and started as a developer for Business Software and .NET. After different positions with development and operations tasks, Markus became Team Manager at COSMO CONSULT. He is blogging on lippertmarkus.com, where he writes about DevOps, Windows Containers and cloud-native technologies, but also tooling like Visual Studio Code. His other focus is Azure, mainly around container orchestration and automation. When Markus isn't busy trying out new technologies, he also loves to work on his personal development by doing sports, hiking or reading.

Peter List | CEO & Founder of Tasklet With a wealth of experience in merging Microsoft and mobility technologies, Peter has a proven track record of simplifying complex concepts for easy implementation. Gain insights into the groundbreaking developments in Mobile WMS.

Miguel Llorca is a seasoned technologist and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in the IT industry. Since 2014, he has been honored with the Microsoft MVP award, for his contributions to technical communities. He is also a member of the Microsoft Regional Director program, recognized for his extensive technical and business acumen and leadership within the community. Additionally, Miguel is a Microsoft Certified Trainer, an instructor and author for LinkedIn Learning, and a regular speaker at industry events and conferences, earning the distinction of LinkedIn Top Voice in 2024.

Ukrainian, living in Spain, Madrid. Having more than 10 years of experience working with Microsoft ERP systems (D365 FSCM and BC). Playing an architect role in the international projects and leading consultant department in the company.

Education in mechanical engineering. 10 years of project management in software business for engineering & ERP solutions. Currently Solution Architect at QBuild Software and responsible for technical project definitions and consulting, with the focus on process-oriented consulting for engineers / engineering departments and the associated ERP users.

Michal is a product manager responsible for Power Components and Solutions for Power Platform. His passion for innovation and user-centric design drives him to create the best possible experience. Together with an amazing team, he's constantly pushing boundaries and creating cutting-edge solutions for our users.

Patricia has been working in ERP as a consultant for more than 30 years. She specialized in the international business and global implementations. At this moment she is responsible at Arquiconsult for the Neashore and International business.

Frank CEO of OctoCon GmbH, Board member of YAVEON GmbH and Board member of Directions EMEA. Frank started his career as a passionate NAV developer. After that Frank worked as Microsoft certified Trainer, consultant and project manager. NAV and the whole BC stack are not only tools to work with, they are until today passion for Frank. Since the early beginning Frank was one of the persons who formed Directions. Frank lives with his family on the countryside in South Germany. In his free time you can find Frank often cycling, on the golf course, running or skiing.

Tibor is known as the “MobileNAV expert.” For more than 17 years, he has been a pillar member of MultiSoft Innovative Solutions' development team. If you want to go deep into details, he is the one you want to ask, since he knows everything about our ISV products.

Jack commenced his journey in the BC partner channel during a time when he still sported long hair and an enthusiastic sparkle in his eye. He began as a NAV developer and progressed to become an overarching solution architect. Presently, he leads a customer implementation team at a leading UK business applications partner. His strengths are in guiding successful solution design and execution, facilitated by clear communication, strategic problem-solving, and deep knowledge of technologies and business processes.

Stefan started with NAV/BC Development in 2016. In January 2021 he created the MSDyn365BC.Code.History repository on GitHub Since november 2021 he works on the BusinessCentral.LinterCop, a custom code analyzer for AL. He started to work as a freelance developer in march 2022 to move his focus on BC development and Saas.

I will help you to creatively elevate your operations using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. I am Microsoft MVP & Microsoft MCT with over 6 years of design, implementation and development of Dynamics 365 Business Central. I have implemented solutions across various industries such as financial institutions, SMEs, government institutions & NGOs. I encountered a steep learning curve while learning CAL/AL programming & it's been my mission to share knowledge via my YouTube channel to make it easier for other new learners in pursuit of AL programming knowledge. The channel youtube.com/@TekNaMsangi is structured with a series format of videos that can potentially take you from zero to hero if you implement it all.

Kara is responsible for building and maintaining Aptean's Food & Beverage global partner channel. As VP of the Global Partner Program, Kara and her team are focused on forging strong alliances with dedicated and exceptional partners, in order to create a powerful partner network that revolutionizes the way food and beverage do business and helping them to achieve unparalleled growth and efficiency in their operations. Kara has over 18 years of experience in the B2B software industry and joined Aptean in 2017.

I'm a consultant for Business Central at Singhammer, where I started as a trainee 5 years ago. I am very passionate about all things data and automation. Today, I advise and guide our customers on their journey of implementing Business Central. I'm happy to share ideas on how to create smart business solutions by extending BC with tools like Power Platform and AI.

Daniel Mikeleit is Head of Competence Center Microsoft & E-mail at ELO Digital Office GmbH and an expert for ECM products in Microsoft environments.

When I was in college I started my career as a .NET developer. In the meantime, I graduated and moved to another city where I accidentally bumped into Dynamics NAV. Step by step, I was more and more in love with it. And now I am a Dynamics 365 Business Central developer with a little knowledge of .NET and JavaScript. Since we have a great community that I have been following for some time now that motivated me to start my blog mmilince.com. I started writing about real-life Business Central things which could help other devs also.

Armin Mohajer is a seasoned B2B consultant and salesperson focused on the EMEA market and its unique needs. At Binary Stream, Armin is focused on supporting partners with onboarding and training materials, and helping them drive additional revenue with Microsoft-preferred D365 solutions. Backed by a great team of CPAs, Armin helps partners to solve their customers' business challenges and add desired new functionality.

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.

I like lots of stuff 👉 Power Platform 💘 Dynamics 365 🚀 Azure 🧙‍♂️ Microsoft MVP ✍ blogs at https://nckr.de Worked for over 10 years with Microsoft Biz Apps as a solution architect / developer, started with Business Central nowadays loving the Power Platform & Azure Building repeatable software at knk Group 🏭

I have been working at Orderbase Consulting GmbH for over a decade, driving supply chain solutions. For the past 6 years, I have been leading the AddOn Consulting team. My passion for SCM began in 1999 at Navision, where I worked for almost three years before the company was acquired by Microsoft. At Microsoft Deutschland GmbH, I continued in product management for SCM, focusing on Microsoft Dynamics NAV. This strong foundation led me to SAP AG, where I spent nearly 6 years as a Solution Specialist in Supply Chain Control for SAP Business ByDesign. I graduated from the University of Münster in October 1999 with a degree in Business Administration, specializing in Business Informatics and Industrial Management.

Ferhat took over numerous international warehouse software & planning projects since 2006. More than 10 years of leadership responsibility in warehousing units followed. In 2021 he joined SIEVERS-GROUP to further develop a holistic WMS experience: SIEVERS WMS.

30+ years of helping manufacturing- and wholesale-companies optimizing and digitizing value chains, processes and workflows - aiming for the optimal solution and creating most value for the customer.

Many years of experience in implementing and modifying Microsoft Dynamics CRM solutions. In addition, I also dealt with many solutions from the Power Platform, which has several applications used daily in various business areas. Over the years, I had the opportunity to find myself in different business situations and overcome obstacles creatively. Leader of the Serbian Community named BizSource, which focuses on Microsoft business applications with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Now I want to share my knowledge and experience with you.

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I am a Microsoft Business Applications MVP and Prosci® certified, Dynamics 365 and Power Platform consultant. My experience is in business applications, CRM operations and enterprise change. With a FTSE 100 client background in Financial Services, CRM and Marketing across Microsoft, Adobe, and Salesforce platforms, I manage global transformation and adoption programs with deep human impact. I am also a speaker in the Microsoft Community, advocating as a human evangelist about user-centered design and enabling governance.

Since 20 years, Nils has been responsible for the development of a lot of deeply integrated extensions/add-ons for Microsoft Dynamics. Now, Nils leads the Anveo product management at Anveo Group.

Marie Peper, Consultant Business Integrations at ELO Digital Office GmbH, has worked in ERP for many years and is an expert for interfaces in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. She is the contact for various ELO projects and for ELO Business Partners in the ERP/CRM integrations environment.

In the community since 97.

Enthusiastic and positive minded individual focused on Microsoft Technology stack. Love to expand my knowledge regarding the wondering worlds of Microsoft. People first mindset. Collaborator and tech enthusiast. Loves sports.

Karol Piotrowski has been working as a Microsoft Business Central consultant and team leader at IT.integro since 2006. Presently, with his team, he focuses on multinational and multi-site implementations based on Dynamics 365 Business Central. In recent years he has focused on project management and architect roles during worldwide projects. Karol has been part of multiple projects in 36 countries on 6 continents.

The operation of corporate IT and the mapping of business processes with ERP/CRM systems have always been the focus of my professional endeavors. I am passionate about realizing successful software projects and mastering challenges together with top teams and partners. Using innovations in a targeted manner, finding efficient solutions and ultimately using technology to create effective added value for people and companies is part of my professional philosophy. In addition to being responsible for technical matters and handling these issues with the “Business Technology Services” team, I am therefore responsible for the “Partner Alliance” and “Product Portfolio Management” areas of BE-terna. This ideally combines collaboration, technology and product management.

With a passion for enhancing organizational effectiveness through digitalization and process optimization, Tomasz brings extensive expertise as a seasoned Business Analyst. As a distinguished Microsoft Power Platform expert, recognized with the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) title and multiple certifications, including Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), Tomasz possesses a robust analytical acumen. With proficiency in SharePoint, Nintex, Webcon, and other process implementation tools, Tomasz continuously updates his knowledge to deliver cutting-edge solutions and shares insights with both clients and technical communities. Renowned for crafting user-friendly business processes and applications, Tomasz prioritizes simplicity and reliability, ensuring seamless adoption and comprehension. As a dedicated co-organizer of community events in Poland and an active blogger, Tomasz contributes actively to the technical community and serves as an esteemed international speaker.

Software developer since 1994. Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM) since 2009. XrmToolBox contributor since 2014. Microsoft MVP since 2017. Author of XrmToolBox tools: FetchXML Builder, Plugin Trace Viewer, Bulk Date Updater and a handful more. Creator of Shuffle based tools for MSDyn365 DevOps. Speaker at eXtreme365, D365 Saturday, Dynamics Bootcamp, xRMVirtual, D365UG etc. Co-host of the XrmToolCast podcast.

Nils is the founder and CEO of Solver, a global planning & reporting ISV. He is the author of several books and enjoys futurism, space technologies and following emerging trends like AI.

Julia Redner has been a member of the Microsoft community for almost 15 years. She started her career at knk with a dual study of business administration (Bachelor of Science) at the FH Nordakademie. After graduating, she took over the development of the current marketing department of the internationally operation knk Group. Together with her team, she is responsible for marketing and communication for all product lines of the knk Group: knkPublishing based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, knk365 for Media Sales based on Dynamics 365 for Sales, knk365 Marketing Automation based on Dynamics 365 for Marketing, and VM Media Manager. In addition to product marketing, she and her team are also responsible for the employer branding of the knk Group.

Yannick (a Microsoft 365 & Business Applications MVP) was born and raised in SharePoint, starting his career in 2011 when SharePoint 2010 was still new and shiny. The changing reality of the cloud made him expand his knowledge to the whole of Microsoft 365, Azure, and Power Platform. He is a Managing Partner and Cloud Solution Architect at Qubix, a Belgium-based consultancy firm, responsible for the technical underpinnings of products and solutions. Problem-solving and development are his passions, and he is still working day-to-day with code. He always asks the important questions: How does it work? What do you want to achieve? Does it have an API? Do we really need development for this? Where's the coffee?

Ben is a partner operations specialist with several years of experience on the Microsoft Partner Experience team focusing on Partner Programs, Incentives, Benefits and support and escalations. Ben is knowledgeable on all aspects of Partner Center and understands what Dynamics partners need to know.

Steven is a trainer/consultant, with skills spanning business and technical domains, with more than 20 years of experience. He provides training and consultancy focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Power BI. Steven is a Partner at Plataan.tv, based in Belgium. Plataan is a leading off and online learning company. Plataan helps organizations and individuals excel through learning and training programs. On Januari 1st, 2016, Steven received the Microsoft® MVP Award. This award is given to exceptional technical community leaders who actively share their high quality, real world expertise with others. Steven is the author of the books: - Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009: Professional Reporting - Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2015: Professional Reporting Specialties: • Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central • Business Intelligence & Reporting

Renato Romão has been a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional in Business Applications since 2020 and a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2022. He was considered the founder and the first Copilot Super User for Microsoft Copilot Studio (aka Power Virtual Agents). With over a decade of experience developing Microsoft 365 solutions and seven years with the Power Platform, Renato has trained over 5,000 students and has a YouTube channel with 11,000+ subscribers, sharing best practices and tutorials using Microsoft technologies. His work focuses on leveraging Microsoft technologies to enhance productivity, improve management, and increase business value for clients. Renato's team was recognized in 2020 as the world’s best Microsoft Project and Portfolio Management Partner.

Full time power platform enthusiast @EnBW & YouTuber

Michael Roth has been working as a consultant since 2011 and found his way into the IT around 2015. He focuses on Power Platform Governance, Administration, Security as well as organizational implementation. Coming from an M365 background, he has a holistic view of the entire platform.

Kamil has more than 30 years of experience with software development and IT in general. In year 2001, after finishing university, he joined the NAV world in NAVERTICA company as NAV developer. Having wide area of knowledge in programming languages and connected areas is helping him to understand “how it works” and is giving him background for solving different tasks. Last years he is working more with GIT, Powershell and Azure DevOps. Kamil is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) since the year 2004.

Software Engineer. Multi-published author (turns out fiction writing is really useful in software!). Owner of the fashion brand Prima Dona studios. Aspiring sommelier at Side Hustle Wines. Dyslexic but Dealing. Believer that tech upskilling is the ultimate equalizer. Always ready to get on a plane.

Inga is a devoted sales specialist, with a strong background of supporting Microsoft Dynamics partners in their sales and marketing activities. For almost 20 years she was involved in delivering various sales trainings and coaching sales reps on how to make successful sales presentations and product demonstrations.

Riccardo Sausa joined 4PS in January 2023, after graduating from Birmingham City University with a degree in Business Management. This is his first role using a Microsoft product, Dynamics 365 Business Central. As a Support Consultant, Riccardo is responsible for supporting 4PS customers through the resolution of tickets/issues and responding to their queries. Riccardo works closely with a major 4PS customer, Altrad, and his role is to be a main point of communication between the two companies. He is the first 4PS graduate trainee to work specifically in partnership with a client company. Riccardo has benefitted from participating in the Microsoft Talent Program which has enabled him to build and strengthen his skillset. Through the program, he has become confident to embrace challenges and work collaboratively and efficiently with customers. Achieving customer satisfaction, through building strong relationships and communicating effectively, is at the heart of his work.

After finishing his education as a software developer in 2011, Patrick worked for a small company. There he was able to work on the further development of a 50 year old software for real estate management. He gained a broad knowledge of programming languages (Cobol, VB6, Delphi, C#) and practices. After that, he moves to the Business Central area in 2017. He uses the prior knowledge to think "out of the box" in Business Central. You can read his ideas on his blog https://patrickschiefer.com

Daniel Schmid is Chief Portfolio Officer (CPO) of COSMO CONSULT and responsible for the entire product portfolio (consisting of own products as well as partner solutions) of the company group.

Lee An Schommer, is insightsoftware's Chief Product Officer and GM for the FP&A business unit. She is an executive-level product leader with a healthy dose of customer obsession. Having been in software for almost 30 years, Lee An leverages collaboration and strong Voice of Customer to create strategic product vision and fit for purpose solutions.

As a senior cloud architect Albert-Jan Schot enjoys stepping up to the challenge of designing, developing and building innovative cloud solutions. He is a valuable source of knowledge for his colleagues, customers and the worldwide Microsoft-community. With his no-nonsense and can-do mentality he brings a unique combination of in-depth hands-on experience and consultancy skills on all levels to any team. As a CTO within Blis Digital Albert-Jan is responsible for the technical vision and strategy within the low-code practice.

Tobias Schwedler is an experienced consultant with a track record in development, product ownership and both customer and partner perspectives. He has been involved with NAV/BC since 2004 and joined Singhammer IT Consulting AG in 2011. Meanwhile for many years proud product owner for DYCE, Singhammer's cloud application portfolio. Deeply connected to Business Central - a heartfelt affair.

Directions4Partner Board Member since 2011 Chairman Diections4Partners 2015 to 2021 Managing Director Tecman Germany GmbH Shareholder of various VAR's and ISV's Expert for business development in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ecosystem and ISV space Member of the German Dynamics IMACP Chapter Proven Business Coach and podcast creator Christian lives in Hamburg/Germany. In his free time you can find him often on the golf course, sailing (sometimes) or rowing on his in house rowing erg or creating the latest edition of his newest podcast about emotions together with his friends.

Picture this: a bustling warehouse humming with activity, boxes whizzing by, and orders being fulfilled with lightning speed. That's the world I live and breath. I have spent years honing my skills and figuring out the best ways to leverage Dynamics Business Central to supercharge warehouse management.

From 2011 to 2023 Rich held a number of positions in Microsoft, all in some way responsible for helping Dynamics partners do and sell more. As a Microsoft seller he helped partners win market-making CRM, ERP & Power Platform deals in UK Public Sector. But his passion for the last 10 years has been helping partners build and grow Business Applications practices, and helping demystify how to make the most of Microsoft people, programmes and partnership. At Microsoft he helped dozens of partners build and launch new practices, but also helped many unmanaged partners build their relationship and reputation with Microsoft. The results include getting partners onto the Managed Partner List, into Inner Circle, and even a couple of Partner of the Year winners! Since leaving in 2023 he now works with a portfolio of partners from small to large, established and new. Some of that on a consulting basis, some providing free advice to businesses struggling to understand or navigate Microsoft.

Focus on sales, marketing and management. Jan has 30+ years’ experience in the Danish and Global IT industry, primarily focused on ERP systems and solution sales. Work history: Before establishing ForNAV with Michael and Jacob, Jan was driving his own business, which helped businesses grow and expand internationally. Prior to that, Jan was the Director of Microsoft Dynamics NAV Global Product Management, where he was responsible for the global Microsoft Dynamics NAV business, sold in more than 40 countries, with around 100,000 customers. He worked almost 16 years for Microsoft and Navision. Education: Jan has a diploma in business administration from the Copenhagen Business School, one year of law school from the University of Copenhagen and a Managing ICT Software & Services Strategically (MITS) Diploma Program from CBS-SIMI, Copenhagen. Specialties: Sales, marketing, strategy, channel management, product management, coaching, business development.

Tine Starič is a software architect at Companial, helping Partners around the world develop products of the highest quality. He has been a Dynamics BC developer since 2015, working with end-customers, VARs, and ISVs, delivering support, implementation, localization, and product projects. He leads most developer productivity initiatives at Companial, and is constantly looking for opportunities to eliminate monotonous developer tasks by using modern tools and automation to make room for creative, fun, and high-value development.

As an agile learning coach, Kathrin is responsible for further training and personnel development at knk. She previously worked in the company as assistant to the CEO of the American sister company, as well as in publishing distribution and the stationary book trade. She has a formal commercial education as a bookseller, a master's degree in art history and an MBA degree in "Digital Management and Transformation".

With over 11 years at Wise, Thorhildur Fjola has transitioned from her role as a Senior BC Consultant, where she provided expert consultation and implementation services, to now leading business development. She focuses on growth and building strategic partnerships and is highly motivated to bring added value to customers in the cloud.

Mark is the founder and CEO of NaviPartner, as well as being in charge of the continued development of NaviPartner’s Microsoft Dynamics solutions and the chief software architect of several solutions. Mark works tirelessly to develop solutions that enable customers to reap the benefits of digital transformation.

Hannes Storz, Team Leader in Presales, with nearly one decade of Business Central experience. Driven by high dedication, I'm committed to delivering tailored standard software solutions that precisely match customer needs. With a passion for empowering businesses, I'm determined to shape optimal software experiences for both ours and your clients.

Magdalena Stypczyńska specializes in sales of the ERP system and oversees the network of partners distributing IT.integro’s applications. She has extensive and long-term experience in preparing applications for funding and settlement of EU projects, including those involving the implementation of IT systems.

Every day I am going out of the box, extending classic project, product and operational approach to boost up effects and deliver highest quality. I have experience in area of telecommunications, banking, automotive, aviation and health industries. I believe that without a close-knit and cooperative team it is not possible achieve the efficiency and quality that can be reached. People come first. I love to share my knowledge and inspire others to grow. In the past I had opportunity to build DevOps & Operations competence area that was delivering outcomes by going beyond the standard DevOps framework with diverse competencies as a Team. During this remarkable journey (full of challenges, successes and valuable experiences) I created an effective and future-oriented DevOps service model.

Microsoft MVP | MCT and Author. In the ERP business with Microsoft and non-Microsoft technologies since 1998. Truly passionate about Microsoft Dynamics NAV / 365 Business Central since 2004. It was love at first sight with a NAV 3.70 A (yes, A. Not B). Former Microsoft Employee as Sr. Escalation Engineer in the technical area for 15 years: from 2008 to 2023. I have helped many good fellas all over the world resolving issues with the product (roughly 5K+ support requests handled in all of these years). Currently implementing processes to analyze performance data through telemetries and other tools to get insights how to boost up customer businesses. Also involved in continuous update of online and on-premises customers and internal /external readiness.

Anna, with a BSc in Business Administration and a minor in Computer Science from Reykjavik University, joined LS Retail in 2016. She became a consulting manager in 2023, leading a team focused on modules enhancing unified experiences across various business verticals.

Marko Totovic is a Microsoft MVP for business applications. He currently works as a PTS for Customer Engagement & Power Platform at Companial as well as a freelancer for many global Dynamics partners. He is a frequent speaker at many global (Directions, Summit, Days of Knowledge, BCTechDays...) and regional conferences. He is also a Lead in the UserGroup BizSource.

Martin Turgeon, President & CEO of Verosoft Design (VSD), has led the company through 30 years of innovation in process automation and optimization. Founding VSD in 2011, he transformed the group’s revenue model, achieving 75% recurring income through cloud and SaaS solutions. VSD now serves clients in over 25 countries worldwide.

Meet Ana Inés Urrutia de Souza, a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) with a reputation as a worldwide reference in Dynamics 365 Human Resources, Employee Experience, and Power Platform. She is a recognized leader in the field of Human Resources and has a wealth of experience and knowledge to share. Check her work and background: https://www.anainesurrutia.com/ where she shares content about #EmployeeExperience #PowerPlatform #Dynamics365HumanResources #DigitalTransformation and #HumanResources

Thomas has extensive experience in business and IT, having worked in the Microsoft BI space for 20 years and co-founding Birds. With his expertise, he understands the challenges small and medium-sized businesses face. "We use Microsoft Fabric and Power BI to highlight improvement opportunities, enabling growth through their own data." "Data speaks louder than words!"

My journey started with ERP software implementation in early 2010. Since then, I have grown into a Technical Solution Architect specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. During the transition from NAV to Business Central, I expanded my expertise to include areas such as DevOps and the Power Platform. I am particularly passionate about automating business processes and continuously strive to innovate and improve in this field.

In 1999, Luc van Vugt stepped into the Dynamics 365 BC world, training hundreds of developers. After Microsoft acquired Navision, he joined the MS Dynamics localization team GDL as tester, UA specialist, and project lead. For 6 years, he was closely involved with all successive releases. Since he left Microsoft, he has become an active community member by means of his blog. He is co-founder of Dutch Dynamics Community and a speaker at conferences. For all his community work, Luc has been awarded MS MVP since 2011. In 2014, he co-founded NAV Skills, supporting Dynamics 365 BC pros around the globe with, among other things, webinars until 2019. He continued ever since to organize webinars under the flag of Areopa webinars. In 2012, Luc started fluxxus.nl, doing miscellaneous projects, including Dynamics 365 Business Central development courses and workshops on design patterns, and automated testing. Luc is one of the main driving forces on test automation in the BC community.

Bert Verbeek is a Microsoft MVP and is working for almost 15 years with Navision / Business Central in several rolls like Finance consultant and productmanagemer. Currently he is working as a Technical Solution Architect at 4PS group. His focus is especially on the platform of Business Central and all the integrations with the platform. Also sometime he contribute to the base App.

Jacques Vigneault is Senior Vice President, Global Channels for TrueCommerce and has led TrueCommerce's Central Europe division since 2019.His prior roles at TrueCommerce include leading sales and marketing for acquired companies in North America and Europe. Since joining TrueCommerce, Jacques has worked in three different countries and he currently resides in Munich, Germany. He earned a B.S. in Business from Cornell University where he was also captain of the NCAA Division 1 basketball team.

Sam holds a BA in Business Excellence with a specialization in Purchasing and Supply from the University of South Wales, where he built a solid foundation in procurement and lean production methodologies like JIT manufacturing and Kaizen. Starting as a factory assistant, Sam's skills quickly earned him a promotion to procurement manager, followed by a senior buyer role that deepened his supply chain knowledge. He further advanced as Purchase Manager at a leading UK food packaging supplier to the upscale coffee and food-to-go sector, gaining significant expertise in supply chain management and inventory optimization. In early 2023, Sam joined Netstock, motivated by his passion for leveraging his supply chain and inventory skills to help companies enhance their efficiency. At Netstock, Sam combines his industry experience with innovative technology to deliver powerful solutions that optimize efficiency and streamline operations for SMBs.

Vivian Voss is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP who loves to help organizations transform their processes with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Vivian has around 10 years of experience in creating solutions within the Dynamics 365 suite and extending it with the tools from the Power Platform. She is also a co-organizer of various user groups and a frequent speaker at community events.