The countdown is on - Ultimate Partner LIVE in Redmond, WA on May 1st – 2nd is fast approaching, and you won’t want to miss it!
This is the event for connecting with Microsoft executives, partners, and industry experts driving ecosystem growth and shaping the future.
Join us as we take over the iconic Microsoft Conference Center for two action-packed days. It’s your opportunity to engage directly with Microsoft leaders, learn from expert panel discussions, immerse yourself in hands-on workshops, and experience a targeted partnering experience.
Microsoft’s ongoing support of Ultimate Partner, along with its sponsorship of the Ultimate Partner LIVE event, highlights the importance of ecosystem-led growth. A special thank you to all the Microsoft leaders below who plan to take the stage and those who coordinate behind the scenes to make this event a success.
Over 30 industry-leading speakers and award-winning partners will grace the stage and share insights that will shape the future of cloud go-to-market strategies.
The two-day agenda will cover topics such as:
- Prepare Your Microsoft Business for FY26
- The Marketplace Ecosystem Opportunity
- The State of the Marketplace Ecosystem
- Microsoft’s AI & Software Vision
- Forging the New World of Data & AI
- Defining the Marketplace of the Future for SMBs
- The Power of Partnerships: Building AI Together
- Perspective of a Microsoft Marketplace POTY Award Winner
- Embracing Change and Pivoting for Success
- Acre of Diamonds: How to Leverage the Opportunity with Microsoft
- Unlocking the Opportunity Through Ecosystem Thinking
- The Partner Perspective for Ecosystem Thinking
- Future of Distribution
- Co-Selling Journey
- Celebrating Microsoft: 50 Years of Tectonic Shifts
- And more!
Why This Event is Critical:
We are standing at a pivotal moment:
- AI is advancing faster than most organizations can keep up with.
- Accelerate Microsoft FY25 Q4 priorities and understand FY26 opportunities.
- Microsoft Marketplace is poised for explosive growth.
- Go-to-market success now demands tighter alignment and precision from partners than ever before.
Why You Can’t Afford to Miss This Event:
- Exclusive Access to Microsoft Decision-Makers
- The executives setting the agenda for FY26 will be in the room. You’ll gain clarity on FY26. Nicole Dezen, Chief Partner Officer & CVP Global Partner Solutions will kick us off, and you will hear from leaders across the Software, Services, Reseller, Marketplace, and Sales Organizations.
- Know exactly how to align your business, resources, and messaging to what Microsoft actually cares about this fiscal year.
- Interactive Workshops to Sharpen Your Skills
- How to co-sell smarter with Microsoft
- How to design GTM plays that convert
- How to win with commercial marketplace motions
- With Industry Experts like Reis Barrie, CEO of Carve Partners, John Jahnke, CEO of Tackle.io, Sam Gong, SVP Marketing at WorkSpan, Rebecca Jones, Chief Growth Officer of Bridge Partners, Erin Figer, Founder of Core Consulting, and leaders from The Partner Masters, Suger and more hosting immersive workshops, be prepared to learn and implement.
- Proven Frameworks for Delivering Results
- Vince Menzione will share his 7 Principles of Successful Partnerships—developed from working with top-performing partners across the ecosystem. Other experts will share frameworks for marketplace, co-selling, GTM, and more
- Networking Opportunities to Accelerate Your Business
- This will be a curated executive room where you'll connect with partner leaders, advisors, and Microsoft stakeholders in high-trust conversations that spark real opportunities. You’ll leave with a tighter, more strategic network—and future deals in motion.
- An Intentionally Designed Experience with Real-World Impact
- Every detail of this event—from the location in Redmond to the experience design—is built to support meaningful conversations, clarity, and action.
What People Say:
“What an incredible experience at the Ultimate Partner Live Executive Summit. Two days packed with relationship building, business growth, and learning – it felt like months of progress compressed into 2 days.” Steven Karachinsky, CEO at Ziro
“Really loved the vibe and amazing conversations with the partners at the Ultimate event! I think you absolutely have the right formula to create impact for the entire ecosystem with such a gathering.” Sandy Gupta, VP, Ecosystems of Global Software Companies at Microsoft
“The event was informative, insightful, and inspiring. Your ability to put into words the tectonic shift we are all experiencing is refreshing! Thanks for being the trailblazer by providing thoughtful content and curated partner experiences. We have all been craving this for so long.” Regina Manfredi, EVP, General Manager at Crayon Group US
“Attending this event was like striking gold 🙂 As a startup founder focused on co-sell and partnership, the validation and insights I gained at this event were invaluable; the future of partnerships and alliances is clearly bright. Vince Menzione, you are truly a powerhouse, and I wish you continued success! Most importantly, thank you for streaming the entire event, was truly incredible.” Archana Vadya, Founder & CEO at PartneRite
“A big shout out to Vince Menzione for bringing this scale event (Ultimate Partner LIVE in Dallas) to life! It was a mega effort, and the results were amazing. Just look at the abundance of LinkedIn posts! It was an absolute pleasure sharing the stage with so many incredible speakers and colleagues from Microsoft and several of our partners like WorkSpan, Carve Partners, BDO, EY, Archive360, Sage, PartnerTap.” Kevin Peesker, (former) President, SMC - Small, Medium, Corporate Business at Microsoft
This will prove to be the most valuable two days for your business in the first half of 2025.
Ultimate Partner LIVE is a premium, focused, two-day immersive experience that will equip you with the tools and insights to lead through change and drive measurable results in FY26.
Register now and use code ULTIMATEVIP50 at checkout for an exclusive discount.
