6-8 November 2024
Directions EMEA 2024
Directions EMEA is the "Go To" place where Dynamics partners share the future. It's the preferred global community for collaborating and learning from Microsoft, MVPs, ISVs, VARs and their peers. The focus is on helping the SMB market unlock its full potential in technical, business development and strategy with ERP, CRM, and Cloud solutions, including the Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and Azure.
07-11-2024
Coming to America: Navigating the North American Partner Channel
Join Joe Longo, Velosio Founder, and Robbie Morrison, CEO of Velosio, as they discuss the various options available to a partner to enter the North American market. This session is tailored for a wide range partner that have or are looking to do business in North America. Including Partners that find themselves with clients that have:
A division or subsidiary that is planning to deploy Business Central in NA
A multiple location rollout of Business Central including locations within North America
A solution offering that provides a steady stream of opportunities/implementation in North America
A partner looking to develop a strategic relationship with one or more NA based Partners
A partner looking to establish a direct presence in the U.S.
Additionally, gain insights into the nuances and differences that you can expect in the North America market, key events to attend, and how to leverage Microsoft's ecosystem to your advantage. This session will provide actionable guidance on how to thrive in the competitive North American market.
Speakers:
Joe Longo
Founder, Velosio
Joe Longo is one of the three original founders of Velosio and served as president and CEO from late 2019 through most of 2022. He was also president of Plumbline Consulting for over a decade, where he was responsible for Velosio IP development, sales and support.
His involvement in the Microsoft community spans 30+ years so he brings a tremendous perspective to the organization. Mr. Longo has more than 30 years of proven success delivering revenue growth and shareholder value including extensive experience spanning president, CEO, COO, principal and board of director roles, and leadership through multiple bull and bear markets and numerous equity events.
He is a strong problem solver with a passion to move a business forward via performance optimization, strategic planning and financial performance. Mr. Longo holds a BS in Accounting from Villanova University and is a member of the Board of Directors for Blanchard Valley Health System.
Joe Longo
Founder, Velosio
Joe Longo is one of the three original founders of Velosio and served as president and CEO from late 2019 through most of 2022. He was also president of Plumbline Consulting for over a decade, where he was responsible for Velosio IP development, sales and support.
His involvement in the Microsoft community spans 30+ years so he brings a tremendous perspective to the organization. Mr. Longo has more than 30 years of proven success delivering revenue growth and shareholder value including extensive experience spanning president, CEO, COO, principal and board of director roles, and leadership through multiple bull and bear markets and numerous equity events.
He is a strong problem solver with a passion to move a business forward via performance optimization, strategic planning and financial performance. Mr. Longo holds a BS in Accounting from Villanova University and is a member of the Board of Directors for Blanchard Valley Health System.
Robbie Morrison
CEO, Velosio
Robbie Morrison, Chief Executive Officer at Velosio, oversees the senior leadership team, providing guidance and support and a methodical focus on client satisfaction. With over 30 years of experience in the technology industry, Morrison plays a pivotal role in guiding both business and technological strategies across the company's comprehensive array of solutions, services, and proprietary technologies.
Morrison was instrumental in establishing Velosio in 2018 when he helped lead the team at SBS Group through the merger with Socius to form Velosio, and he most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer. Morrison has been instrumental in providing executive level business and technical leadership to marketing, sales, and operations to generate profitable revenue streams for Velosio across all solutions and product offerings.
Robbie Morrison
CEO, Velosio
Robbie Morrison, Chief Executive Officer at Velosio, oversees the senior leadership team, providing guidance and support and a methodical focus on client satisfaction. With over 30 years of experience in the technology industry, Morrison plays a pivotal role in guiding both business and technological strategies across the company's comprehensive array of solutions, services, and proprietary technologies.
Morrison was instrumental in establishing Velosio in 2018 when he helped lead the team at SBS Group through the merger with Socius to form Velosio, and he most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer. Morrison has been instrumental in providing executive level business and technical leadership to marketing, sales, and operations to generate profitable revenue streams for Velosio across all solutions and product offerings.