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Where USERS Make the Difference! Thank You! “For Helping Us Educate the GP Community We Could Not Do It Without You!” Kim Peterson, GPUG Director Bob Buresh, Business Development Manager
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Where USERS Make the Difference!
Thank You!“For Helping Us Educate the
GP Community We Could Not Do It Without You!”
Kim Peterson, GPUG DirectorBob Buresh, Business Development
Manager
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Housekeeping
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Where USERS Make the Difference!
Agenda
Two GP Partner Communities GPUG’s Value to Partners Let’s Get Specific on Benefits! Marketing Assistance Face to Face Opportunities Revenue Opportunities/Possible
Investments Q&A
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Two GP Partner Communities
Where USERS Make the Difference!
A Self-Formed Partner community, built to become more competitive and engaged by sharing experiences and best practices of running a Dynamics GP practice.
Together we are a Partner advocate in forming a closer relationship with Microsoft.
Meet twice a year face to face. Regular Partner-only webinars
– Virtual Town Hall Meetings w/Microsoft Executives
– Partner Showcases– Other Timely Topics
Building
Competency!
Where USERS Make the Difference!
GPPC: Transition from Microsoft & Major New ReleaseApril 29 | 1:00 – 2:00 ET GPPC: Partner Update – Why Partner with GPUG?May 13 | 1:00 – 2:00 ET
GPPC: Extender – a Partner’s Trump CardMay 20 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET
Upcoming GPPC Webinars
Where USERS Make the Difference!
September 18-20– September 17th – Optional Training
Fargo, ND – Microsoft Office Planned
– Roles: Developer, Pre-Sales Consultant, Implementation Consultant
– Focus on Dynamics GP 2013– GPPC Sharing Best Practices– ISV Reception
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Held during Convergence w/Microsoft 1 General Session 10 Breakouts ~250 Attended
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Peer to Peer | Greater Scale | More Voices | Faster
www.GPUG.com
Now GPUG
Where USERS Make the Difference!
About GPUG
Founded in 2007 Officially recognized
by Microsoft The largest,
independent group for users of Microsoft Dynamics GP
4,000+ company members
GPUsers
VARs
Microsoft
ISVs
About GPUG
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Value of GPUG
Engage your entire organization with your GPUG membership
Learn to utilize features of Dynamics GP that are sitting idle
Learn from Dynamics GP users and Subject Matter Experts
Value to GP Partners
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Our Mission
To maximize the value to individuals and companies using Microsoft Dynamics GP.
Connect……With GP users and partners
Learn… Share……New skills and tricks
…Knowledge and ideas
Mission
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Nonprofit
Manufacturing
HealthcareOther Services
Wholesale & Distribution
Professional Services
Financial Services
GovernmentEducation
High Tech Utilities
Top Industries
Where USERS Make the Difference!
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3544 Companies9
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Unknown: 482
GPUG MEMBERSGPUG Member Locations
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Webinars
Your internal office (accounting, HR, new employees, etc.) will learn. No threat or resources need to teach.– Consultants are spending their time as
billable time Leveraged Marketing – little to no
work on your part– Post our events on your website –
Continuing Education GPUG acts as an advocate to
Microsoft – power in numbers
Partner Opportunities
Where USERS Make the Difference!
LET’S GET SPECIFIC ON BENEFITS!
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Webinars
15 – 25 Webinars /Month We post recordings and materials
under GPUG Content Library, GPUG Collaborate and the event itself
Subject Matter Experts are Needed New Member Orientation
Presentations
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Best Accepted When Solving a Problem Product Demos are key
Non-Threatening Experience for Users Need Title, Description and Proposed
Dates GPUG Does the Marketing
– Offer a special offer for them to reach out After Webinar:
– Thank you to registered and attended w/slides
– Recording and materials posted on GPUG.com
ISV Partner Showcases
1/Year!
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Industry Healthcare Distribution/
Manufacturing Education Field Service Non-Profit Public Sector Sports Behavioral
Health
Role/Process Polino
Roundtable DBA Sys Admin Upgrades Developers
Unite! New to GP
Product Builder
Monday BI/Reporting CPM Friday Field Service HR/PR SharePoint CRM/GP SSRS Monday
Special Interest Groups (SIG)Special Interest Groups - SIGs
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Have you checked out GPUG Academy?Distance Learning
• Live, instructor-led training at your deskAcademy Onsite
• In person, instructor-led classesCourses include (examples):
• Using GP Extender• Beyond the Basics: Financials• The Dynamics GP Smorgasbord - A Virtual Buffet• Beyond the Basics: SOP / POP / Inventory
www.gpug.com > Training Academy
Teach!
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Earn CPE Credits CPE credits are available with most:
– GPUG Academy Distance Learning and Onsite classes
– GPUG Summit breakout sessions– Technical Airlift Hosted by GPPC
GPUG is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing
professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.
CPE Credits Earned
For You and Your Clients!
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Functional vs. Technical Role Based
* Personal Certification inAccounts Payable: PCAPAccounts Receivable: PCAR
Affordable For Partners as well!
Certification Program
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Webinars
Access to Members thru all activates RFI Assistance for Premium Members Are You Doing User Presentations or
Training? – Leverage our Presentation Kits– Webinar materials and recordings
Premium Member Assistance
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Managed by The Partner Channel
Over 6000 Copies (you get one too!)
3 Xs / Year: January, Convergence & Summer
Looking for articles, GPUG Member case studies, tech tips on GP
Ads available to Premium ISVs
GPUG Magazine
Where USERS Make the Difference!
We’ll do your webinars! Word on the Street Marketing Kit
– Articles– Introduction letter– New Member Press Release
Listing on GPUG.com Logo to show your support
Marketing Assistance
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Partners Who Get ItPartners Who Get It!
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Market our Partnership!
CEP offers your users incremental education on GP – with little to no work from you.
Shows you support GPUG.
Encourages your customers to belong and learn.
Market activities on your website, newsletter, etc.
Continuing Education Program
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Pre-Planned Webinars Second Tuesday
Every Month around noon
Popular Topics by Subject Matter Experts
Great for Regional Chapter Meeting Content!
Lunch & Learn Program
Where USERS Make the Difference!
community.gpug.com
Connect
• Find and connect with other Dynamics GP users like you
Learn• Get answers to
your Dynamics GP questions and challenges
Share• Share your
knowledge and be recognized for your contributions
NEW!
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Premium Benefit only. Premium Partners are listed –
complete your profile so you come up as you’d like in searches
Companies, hyperlinks to website, location and contact button for emails.– NOT a sales tool – not well received
by members. Remember Code of Conduct
Membership Directory
Where USERS Make the Difference!
FACE TO FACE OPPORTUNITIES
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Carolinas
Colorado
Georgia
IndianaPAMidwest/
Chicago
Minnesota
Kansas City
New England
NY/NJNorCal Ohio
Seattle
SoCalSouthwest
Dallas/ Ft. Worth
WisconsinPortland
Utah
Upstate NY
Tampa Bay
Inland Empire (Spokane)
Arkansas
Idaho
Baltimore
South FL
Austin
Oklahoma
Wash DC
Central VA
GPUG Regional Chapters
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Meet GP Neighbors!
Learn from one another’s experiences
36 Active Chapters… and Growing
www.gpug.com/member-resources/regional-chapters
GPUG Regional Chapters
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Meet Quarterly Quarterly “Meeting in a Box”
– Decks, Materials Typical topics: Feature Presentations,
Round Table Discussions, Tips & Tricks, Partner Showcases, etc.
Where USERS Make the Difference!
RC Leaders Specify Who They’d Like – We Plan to Take a More Proactive Approach Soon.– Premium Members – unlimited
opportunity. Basic Members 1 presentation per year.
Be a Supporter – send a consultant when escorted with a user
Help in marketing please. Premium ISV Members:
– Sponsor - $500/meeting– 60 minute Presentation
Regional Chapters & You
Where USERS Make the Difference!
GPUG assists Microsoft with Sessions 2013 we helped in 98 activities!
– Sessions, All Interactives, Roundtable Discussions
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Elevate… Your Knowledge –over 150
sessions Your Network – over 550
attendees 3 days of expert- and User-led
breakout sessions Academy Courses Partner Solutions Expo
The only Microsoft Dynamics GP conference For Users by Users! Week of October 21st
Registration NOW OPEN: gpugsummit.com
Where USERS Make the Difference!
REVENUE OPPORTUNITIES
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Selling your software and services to our members of course….
10% Margin on new member sign up for Premium Members– Referral Letter– Promotion Code: GPUGPART10 and
listing us as your (ISV or VAR) partner.
– Marketing tools offered.– Margin goes in a fund to use toward next
year’s annual fee. Cannot exceed.
Revenue Opportunities
Where USERS Make the Difference!
GPUG Magazine $1750-$3000
GPUG Summit (ISVs Only)Expo starts at $3000
Technical Airlift Sponsorship Packages $1500 or $4000
Regional Chapter Meetings - $500/Meeting
Possible Investments:
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Peer to Peer | Greater Scale | More Voices | Faster
www.GPUG.com
http://community.gpug.com
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Member Directory
Discussion Boards
Tech Tips
Solutions Catalog
GPUG Magazine
GPUG Content Library
Regional Chapters
Explore all the benefits online!
www.gpug.com
Where USERS Make the Difference!
GPUG MembershipBasic Premium
Small Business Mid-Market Enterprise
1-9 licenses 10-49 licenses 50+ licenses
Free $400/year $700/year $950/year
Premium Members Enjoy Basic benefits PLUS:• Unlimited Workshops, Webinars &
Roundtables• FREE access to Regional Chapter
Meetings & Events• Special Interest Groups• Discounts on GPUG Summit• Discounted Academy Classes
Basic Membership includes:• eNewsletter• Around 25% of our Webinars
• Partner Showcase Webinars• Paid access to Chapter Meetings &
Events• Academy Learning
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Partner Memberships
Premium VAR• $1500/Year
(Promotional Price)• Regular: $2500/Year
Premium ISV• $2500/Year
Where USERS Make the Difference!
Peer to Peer | Greater Scale | More Voices | Faster
www.GPUG.com
Final Thoughts…
Bob Buresh, BDM, 877-324-8880 [email protected];
Kim Peterson, GPUG Director 218-862-5002 direct [email protected]
