Announcing Season 2 of the podcast No Slides Attached

In No Slides Attached: AI Stories with Microsoft Partners, we explore the latest technologies with expert guidance from Microsoft leaders and partners. Season 1 focused on how our Microsoft Copilots are already transforming businesses. In Season 2, we’re building on that momentum, diving even deeper into AI innovation across industries.

The first two episodes of Season 2 are available now, with new episodes coming out every two weeks:

Episode 1 – Open Innovation Is Crucial for AI + Unveiling the Industry Series!
Dr. Henry Chesbrough, the pioneer behind the concept of Open Innovation, shares his insights on how organizations can (and should) leverage both internal and external ideas to drive technological advancements. Next, Pam Salzer, Senior Director of Microsoft’s Industry Go-To-Market Team, emphasizes the importance of addressing industry-specific needs and how AI is being used to solve real-world problems across sectors. Listen now.

Episode 2 – [AI in Finance] Zafin is revolutionizing product and pricing in banking
Chris Dickin, EVP of Global Partner Strategy at Zafin, explores cutting-edge advancements in banking, focusing on Zafin’s innovative solution for core modernization, Zafin.io. Later in the podcast, industry expert Ryan Blakely discusses the inspiring conversation with Zafin, emphasizing how technology can accelerate time-to-market and enhance customer engagement in the financial sector, beyond banking. Listen now.

Real Stories, Real Success. Tune in and subscribe today, wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners #Services
Relevant to: #Event #GrowSkills #Security

October 22 Workshop: Build Security Culture and Governance with Microsoft’s SFI

The Secure Future Initiative (SFI) is Microsoft’s multi-year commitment to advance the way we design, build, test, and operate products and services to ensure the highest possible standards of security for our customers.

Register today for this October 22 webinar to learn more about SFI and what it means for you, along with best practices that help drive high standards for security.

This webinar will be live captioned in several languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, French, English, and German.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

Last chance to register for the October 17 Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon

The Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon is an online series of actionable, hands-on sessions designed to help Microsoft partners make the most of Copilot.

Learn more and register now for the October 17 session on Adoption with User Personas.

Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon

The Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon is an online series of actionable, hands-on sessions designed to help Microsoft partners make the most of Copilot.

Learn more and register now for the October 17 session on Adoption with User Personas.

Partner Audience: #ISV #Services
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowYourBiz #CrossSolution

Ultimate Partner LIVE: Executive Summit

Join more than 300 other partners in Dallas, Texas, on October 22–23, at this unique event designed to help you align with Microsoft executives and award-winning advisors to drive success with Microsoft’s FY25 priorities.

Engage, learn, and connect through hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and insights into Microsoft’s strategic goals. This highly acclaimed event also emphasizes inclusion—featuring women in tech, black channel partners, and more.

Check out the growing list of speakers and register today.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

October 2 Americas Partner Insider Call

It’s not too late to register for the next Americas Partner Insider Call! Join the call to learn about partner training and certification resources designed to help you build the skills you need today—and the expertise to achieve more tomorrow. Then, go on an expert-led deep dive into Copilot licensing for partners.

Register here
The event will be held in English, with closed captions in Spanish, Portuguese, and French.

See the list of previous sessions, now available to watch on demand.

Microsoft Build: Attend live in Seattle or online

How will AI shape your future? Join us at Microsoft Build on May 21–23, in person in Seattle or online. Be among the first to hear about announcements and product updates. Find solutions, meet with industry experts, and get your questions answered. Grow and differentiate your skillset through hands-on demos and breakout sessions. Learn more and register today.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners #AllRoles
Relevant to: #ProgramOfferUpdate #UnderstandBenefits #Azure

New Azure SMB paths to Solutions Partner designations coming soon!

One of the most exciting things that happened at our Americas AI and Cloud MSP Partner Summit last month was the announcement of Microsoft’s continued investment in SMB with new SMB paths for Azure and Security Solutions Partner designations. This means more access to products, go-to-market resources, support, and training, as well as offers and incentives to help you grow your business. Read this blog to learn more.

Partner Audience: #Services #MSP #AllRoles
Relevant to: #GoToMarket #DoingBizwMSFT #CrossSolution

Celebrating our MSP Community—Key takeaways from the Summit

Last month we held an Americas AI and Cloud MSP Partner Summit at our Microsoft Corporate Campus in Redmond. If you weren’t able to attend, here are some key takeaways from Erwin Visser, GM CSP Americas, and Jose Gomez Cueto, GM SMB, on ways to build your practice and understand your SMB customers.