Directions EMEA 2026

Johan Adenmark is CEO of NAB Solutions and SmartApps. He has been in this guild since Navision Financials 1.1 and had most roles himself. He has not been allowed to write code for many years but is having fun anyway spreading the gospel of Business Central.

AJ is a business leader and a decorated veteran of the Microsoft community, bringing nearly two decades of experience as a trusted advisor to businesses seeking to maximize their AI and ERP investments. He is an 8-time Microsoft MVP, awarded in two categories: Copilot Studio and Business Central. AJ is passionate about sharing his knowledge with the community and has spoken at over 50 global industry events. Through his workshops, bootcamps, conference sessions and online contributions, AJ has built a reputation for translating complex technical concepts into practical solutions.

Tasha Anspach is a distinguished consultant with a deep acumen in D365 Business Central & Power Platform. Drawing from her experience in Dynamics SL support, ISV assistance, and crafting solutions for multifaceted industry scenarios, Tasha guides businesses towards transformative success. She is not only a beacon of sales and technological expertise but also harbors a whimsical passion for unicorns, symbolizing her unique approach to business solutions. Tasha champions organizations to realize their fullest potential through technology.

I am Javier Armesto Gonzalez, a technology professional with more than 20 years of experience in the IT sector and currently Head of R&D + AI at VS-Sistemas. My work focuses on Microsoft business applications, AI adoption, agentic systems, and innovation around Dynamics 365 Business Central, Copilot, and Azure AI services. I have been recognized by Microsoft as an MVP in the Business Applications category (Business Central). I regularly collaborate with Microsoft Reactor and community events, delivering sessions about Business Central ,AI and GitHub Copilot . Through my blog, TechSphere Dynamics, I share articles, research, and practical insights about Business Central, AI and business technology. Blog: https://techspheredynamics.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@techspheredynamics9753 MVP Profile: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-US/MVP/profile/29ac6398-c755-ed11-9561-000d3a197333

Business Central Technical Consultant with strong expertise in developing AL extensions, automating processes with Power Automate, and creating tailored applications with Power Apps. Experienced in leading complex integrations between Business Central and Dynamics 365 Sales, streamlining company consolidations and data synchronization. Passionate about efficiency, low-code innovation, and continuous process improvement. Active community contributor who enjoys sharing knowledge and experiences at events and with peers.

Vjekoslav Babić (Vjeko) is a Business Central architect, developer, trainer, author and blogger with over three decades of IT experience, two of which have been spent in the Business Central ecosystem. His passion lies in web and mobile technologies, but deep down he's an incurable hacker who loves writing code and breaking things apart to see how they work. As a frequent conference speaker and blogger, Vjeko pushes the boundaries of what's possible, connecting Business Central with anything that can be plugged into it through obscure loopholes or undocumented interfaces, especially when they're not meant to be used that way. In his view, nothing is really meant for any particular purpose, and figuring out how to make things useful beyond their intended design is the meaning of life. Since 2010, Vjeko has been awarded the Microsoft Dynamics NAV MVP. You can find him at his blog "Vjeko.com - ideas in the cloud".

Elena Baeva is the founder of 365 Talent Portal and International President of IAMCP. With more than 20 years in the Microsoft Business Applications ecosystem, including 9 years at Microsoft, she helps partners grow through business transformation, go-to-market strategy, practice development, and AI adoption. Elena works with Microsoft partners worldwide, helping them adapt to market shifts, build new capabilities, and create sustainable growth. She is particularly known for her work in partner enablement, leadership development, and Business Central practice transformation. As IAMCP International President, she champions partner success, strengthens collaboration across the Microsoft ecosystem, and ensures the voice of partners is heard. At Directions EMEA, Elena shares practical insights, proven frameworks, and real-world experiences from working with partners around the globe.

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.

Emma’s story is anchored in two worlds that rarely meet: elite sport and enterprise transformation. While building a professional football career, she developed deep, practical expertise in large-scale programmes for FTSE and global brands. Her grounding across AI, ERP, CRM and HCM ecosystems positions her as a trusted partner to Microsoft, Dayforce and organisations that want to navigate transformation with discipline, risk awareness and genuine quality control. She is known for a direct, engaging style that cuts through jargon and gets to the truth of how programmes succeed or fail. Her talks blend sharp insight with authenticity, humour and sports logic, giving both technical and functional audiences something they can use the moment they leave the room. Her sporting pedigree shapes her perspective. She sees transformation through the same lens as high-performance football: preparation, drills and strategy come first, and shortcuts simply cost you later.

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.

Nick has spent over 25 years in business applications, working with ERP across Africa and, for the last 12 years, focusing on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and its expansion across the continent. As Chief Partner Officer at 4Sight and Managing Director of Dynamics Africa, he supports Business Central partners in 44 of Africa's 54 sovereign nations — more than 80% of the continent — as well as 16 markets across Central and Eastern Europe. He also represents ISVs into the African market and advises them on what it actually takes to succeed there: localisation, in-country partner coverage, pricing and payment realities, and a route to market that holds up beyond the first few deals. His work spans partner enablement, channel strategy, Microsoft licensing and compliance, and cloud migration, in close partnership with Microsoft, resellers and ISVs across the region.

Sam Bush is Chief Marketing Officer at Dooap, where she leads global brand, go-to-market, and revenue strategy for our Agentic AP platform. She focuses on positioning, partner influence, and measurable pipeline impact — aligning marketing tightly with revenue and long-term growth. She is also the host of AMBUSH On Air and an active voice within the Microsoft community, where she speaks frequently on buyer behavior, go-to-market evolution, and the future of marketing leadership. A committed Women in Tech advocate and mentor, Sam invests in building the next generation of leaders while strengthening the ecosystem she serves.

Tharanga Chandrasekara is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and Co-founder and Head of Technology at Equerra, a Microsoft partner specialising in Business Central solutions, integrations, and AI-enabled products. With deep expertise in AL development, Azure Integration Services, and modern ERP architecture, he brings both hands-on technical depth and a genuine passion for pushing the boundaries of what Business Central can do. Since 2016, Tharanga has been recognised with the Microsoft MVP award for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Tharanga is a regular face on the international conference circuit, having spoken at BC TechDays, Directions ASIA, and Directions EMEA. He is also the co-organiser of the Auckland D365 Business Central User Group and Directions ANZ, where he plays an active role in growing and connecting the Business Central community across the Asia-Pacific region.

- Over 300+ NAV/BC Implementations in Manufacturers, Supply Chain (WMS), Food and Beverage, Retail, Service, Oil and Gas, Chemical, Industrial Equip., Rental/Service, and Home Goods - Over 16 years as an Accountant in a variety of positions (VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Audit Manager, Controller, and Director Operations) - Extensive knowledge and implementation over 30 NAV/BC ISV APPs Awards - 3-Time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) - NAVUG/BC All-Star - 4-time NAVUG/BC Granite Award recipient - DUG Guardian Award recipient Professional - IMA/CMA – Member 1988 - AICPA – Member 1985 - APICS – Member 2004 - DCI Summit – Programming Committee (2012 – Present, Chair (2016-2018), Board of Advisor (2013-2015 and 2021-Present) - Dynamics User Group (DUG) – NAV/BC Forum Moderator, Dynamics Con Content Committee - Directions NA – Content Committee (2018-Present) Certifications - MCP – MB-800 - Dynamics Credentialed Professional - Microsoft Certified Professional

Sharka Chobot is the creator of the CRM product category (1995) and Chief Transformation Officer of Neural Impact. Sharka applies behavioral economics, neuroscience and persuasion psychology to help Microsoft partners develop an effective customer acquisition and go to market strategy. She has over 35 years of technology specific expertise and teaches behavioral marketing at leading universities in Canada. Sharka has worked with hundreds of Microsoft partners on six continents to develop their cloud product, packaging, pricing and vertical market strategy and to accelerate their transition to a SaaS business model.

Jenn Claridge is a Microsoft MVP and trusted advisor in Business Central, specializing in manufacturing and service-focused organizations. She helps small and mid-sized businesses translate ERP strategy into practical, real-world execution. With deep hands-on experience across sales, warehousing, projects, manufacturing, and service management, Jenn is known for making complex systems approachable and actionable. Her work focuses on operational maturity, adoption, and enabling organizations to move beyond simply using Business Central to creating measurable business value with it. Jenn is recognized for her practical speaking style and her ability to connect leadership strategy with day-to-day execution, ensuring technology investments support long-term growth and confident decision-making. In her spare time she rescues cats and sharing her knowledge via jennclaridge.com.

Kate Coffey-Bacon brings over two decades of experience in marketing, blending her passion for creativity with strategic thinking and relationship building. Kate excels at turning challenges into actionable solutions. She leverages data-driven insights to inform decisions while drawing on her creativity to design impactful campaigns that align with business goals. As UST’s graphic design guru and word wizard, Kate combines her artistic talents with a sharp, strategic mind to deliver results. A University of West Florida graduate with degrees in Public Relations and Marketing, Kate is a lifelong learner and a lover of music, coffee, and compelling storytelling. She’s passionate about helping organizations build meaningful connections, elevate their brands, and achieve their goals through innovative marketing strategies.

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. Dual Microsoft MVP in the Business Applications (Business Central) and Azure AI Services International Speaker at Directions EMEA, Directions ASIA, Days of Knowledge (Nordic, Central, and Atlanta) and DynamicsMinds. Organizing committee member "Business Central Day ES" (www.businescentralday.es) and Global Power Platform Bootcamp Zaragoza (https://www.meetup.com/power-platform-zaragoza/) Also, you can see me telling things about Business Central and Power Platform at different community events and on my YouTube Channel: Aprende Business Central en Español (https://www.youtube.com/@rcorella) If you want to know more about me, here you have my LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertocorella/

Nele Dageförde is a Business Development Consultant and Strategic Evangelist at knk. In this role, she drives AI-powered strategic planning and market intelligence, helping the organization move from intuition-driven decisions to evidence-based ones by combining market signals, customer insights, and internal data to identify emerging trends and prioritize investments. Her work at knk mirrors the challenge many Microsoft partners face: building a lightweight, AI-driven strategic planning capability without a dedicated analyst team — insights she now brings to partner and industry audiences. With over a decade of international entrepreneurial experience, she previously served as CEO of TransMarTech, Germany's incubator for maritime technologies, and as COO/CMO at Adello Technologies, a marketing technology scale-up, leading international operations and marketing. She has also founded and co-founded two companies.

Stefano Demiliani is a Microsoft MVP for Business Applications and for Azure, MCT Regional Lead for Italy and a long-time expert on different Microsoft technologies. He has worked with Packt Publishing for 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 an administrators of the official Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central support forum and one of the main contributors (awarded as MS Dynamics Community Star from Microsoft). 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).

I am a technology leader, solution architect, and software professional with more than 30 years of experience designing and delivering business solutions based on Microsoft technologies. Throughout my career, I have worked across ERP, CRM, Business Intelligence, and enterprise applications, helping organizations accelerate their digital transformation journeys. Today, I serve as R&D Director and Information Systems Director, leading teams responsible for the development, delivery, and support of innovative business applications for SMB customers worldwide. My expertise focuses on the Microsoft ecosystem, including Dynamics 365 Business Central, Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement, Power Platform, Power BI, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and AI-powered business solutions. I am passionate about innovation, systems integration, and helping organizations turn complex business challenges into practical, scalable solutions that deliver measurable value.

Cecile Dinh is a Microsoft MVP and Application Architect with over 25 years of ERP experience in Microsoft Dynamics GP and Dynamics 365 Business Central. She specializes in helping organizations move from GP to Business Central with the right design—covering chart of accounts, dimensions, data migration, integrations, and reporting. She is the founder of the GP to BC Community and a frequent speaker at Community Summit North America and DynamicsCon, known for practical, real-world guidance. Cecile received the 2023 Product Expert Award from the Dynamics User Group (DUG), was nominated multiple times for GPUG All Star, and named BC/NAV All Star in 2025. She also serves on the DUG Programming Committee and holds a certification in Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Shawn Dorward is the Chief Operating Office at Innovia Consulting and a seasoned business and technology leader with over 25 years of experience in ERP and CRM implementations. His expertise spans a wide range of industries and organizations, driving digital transformation and delivering measurable business value. Recognized as a 10-time Microsoft MVP for Business Applications, Shawn is deeply passionate about helping businesses maximize efficiency and ROI through strategic use of technology. His dedication to the Microsoft Dynamics community is evident in his frequent speaking engagements at user groups, conferences, and online events across the U.S. Embracing the next wave of innovation, Shawn is currently exploring the power of AI and Microsoft Copilot. Through his platform www.TheWorldsOkayestShawn.com, he documents his journey with podcasts, blog posts, and life hacks—all designed to help others save time, increase efficiency, and navigate their own Copilot adventures.

Berny During believes in helping people and companies grow by making technology easier to understand. For nearly three decades, he has dedicated his career to empowering others — guiding thousands across more than 20 countries to build their skills, their confidence, and their Business Central expertise. His journey spans entrepreneurship, co‑founding a successful partner, shaping some of Africa’s largest Business Central teams, and sharing knowledge at global events like Tech‑Ed, Directions, Days of Knowledge, Dynamics Minds and the Navision Africa partner conference to name a few. As a long‑time Microsoft Certified Trainer, he continues to help partners strengthen their practices, develop talent, and unlock real business value. At his core, Berny is driven by a simple purpose: to inspire growth through learning, and to leave people better equipped than when he found them. I am also honoured to be recognised as a Micrsoft MVP in Bizapps.

Business Central Senior Consultant specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementations, with a strong focus on financial process analysis, optimization, and solution design. Experienced in delivering end-to-end projects, from requirements gathering to system configuration and user training. Certified Consultant, passionate about helping organizations streamline operations and unlock the full potential of Business Central. Known for a practical, solution-oriented approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate complex business needs into efficient system solutions. Active speaker and community contributor, continuously sharing knowledge and staying up to date with the latest innovations in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Leen brings over 20 years of experience in the Dynamics community, initially as the driving force behind marketing strategies for various Dynamics partners. Currently, she holds the position of Marketing Manager at Directions for Partners and is a co-founder and board member of Diversity in Dynamics. She champions a hands-on approach and a no-nonsense attitude in her work. With a deep-seated belief in the power of diversity and inclusion, Leen envisions adding a splash of pink to the vast blue ocean of the Dynamics Community. She is committed to making a tangible difference by actively promoting diversity initiatives and fostering inclusivity at every opportunity. Within the Diversity in Dynamics team, Leen leads marketing, communication and event initiatives.

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.

Founder of Firm&Fair, international negotiation agency Ugne Fink-Jensen is an international business negotiator, tech counsel, and speaker with more than 15 years of experience. She has worked across both SMEs and multibillion-dollar conglomerates, consistently operating at the intersection of technology, business, and law, including as Lead Negotiator on complex tech and digital transformation initiatives. Today, she supports businesses in navigating strategic deals and strengthening their governance capabilities, with a focus on negotiation excellence, responsible AI, and the advantage of human skills in a technology-driven world. In addition, Ugne works closely across the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem, supporting partners and contributing to Microsoft-led initiatives such as BC Talent.

Gary has over 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.

As Head of Innovation, I oversee the development and management of over 50 apps built for Business Central and the Power Platform. Our revenue model is subscription-based, ensuring continuous value for our clients. I lead the transformation of innovative ideas into professional-grade applications. My background includes extensive experience as a architect, developer and business consultant specializing in Dynamics 365, Business Central/NAV, and integrating third-party products such as e-commerce, CRM, and time registration systems. This diverse expertise allows me to drive forward-thinking solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing technologies, enhancing business efficiency and productivity.

Kasper is VP of Enterprise Sales for Europe at LS Retail, a global unified commerce and ERP provider built on Microsoft Dynamics 365. He leads enterprise sales strategy across the Nordics, Benelux, UK, Ireland, Germany and the Baltics, working through a partner led model to bring large, multi-country retail, pharmacy and hospitality groups onto unified commerce platforms. He is Danish, based in Copenhagen, and spends much of his time helping partners qualify, price and close deals that sit above the SMB threshold.

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 25 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, I have gained a deep insight into the traditional Dynamics NAV customer and business management software market. I also have a strong background working in the Microsoft Dynamics partner channel, establishing businesses in Europe for international ISVs. 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 cloud based IT solutions. At Software One my role is to enable our subs globally to engage with Microsoft Dynamics 365 partners and ISVs and drive business together - it is good for you, your customers and also for Software One and me.

Tanya Henderson is the founder of Tess Team . Tanya has been an entrepreneur for over 25 years and is passionate about ERP solutions and Power Bi Reporting. Tanya is a solution architect, consultant and trainer who is a Microsoft Certified Professional in Dynamics GP, Dynamics BC and Power BI. She believes in the giving back as an active community Leader through philanthropy in the Salt Lake City region and the Microsoft Technical community.

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.

Sólbjörg Howarth is a Partner Manager at POS-ONE, where she works with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central partners to support onboarding, enablement, and commercial adoption of POS365. Over the past three years, she has worked across sales, marketing, and partner development, giving her a practical view of how ISVs can build partnerships that drive real engagement and customer value. Before joining POS-ONE, Sólbjörg gained hands-on experience in retail and hospitality, working directly with point-of-sale systems and customer-facing sales.

With 15+ years in the technology sector, Areti Iles is the Technology Director of the UK AI Business Solutions division of Microsoft Inner Circle Partner Telefonica Tech. Her role is focused on providing strategic technical leadership with overall responsibility for shaping the Microsoft technology strategy, driving technical excellence and developing the technical capability required to support the continued growth of the business. Beyond her professional role, she actively volunteers within the Microsoft community and is a Business Applications Microsoft MVP. She serves on Microsoft’s Global User Groups Committee representing Europe, leads user groups within the UK and is on the organising committee of both the Scottish Summit and South Coast Summit conferences. Areti also co‑hosts the Power Delivery podcast and is a long-standing mentor for the Women in Power Platform group as well as an annual participant at the United Nations' Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).

Mathias brings more than 10 years of experience within professional services and sales. As CEO of POS-ONE, he works closely with implementation partners to bring POS365 - an integrated retail solution for Dynamics 365 Business Central - to market. His recent focus has been on strengthening how the solution is positioned, improving visibility across key channels like AppSource and LinkedIn, and supporting inbound growth through clearer, more consistent messaging. Mathias is especially interested in how ISVs and partners can work together to drive scalable growth and deliver value in vertical markets.

Tomas is Microsoft MVP for Business Applications. He has been working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central since his university days. He began his journey as a NAV developer and quickly transitioned to a lead role. For the past few years, he has been guiding new developers in understanding both C/AL and AL languages and core Business Central processes. Tomas is passionate about working with data using modern D365 products and is a huge fan of BC open-source programs. Apart from the open-source programs, he focuses on technical topics, especially Dynamics 365 Sales integration, telemetry, and best practices. 🤖📈 Currently, Tomas resides in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, and is enjoying the never-ending summer. 🌞

Former COO & Co-Owner of NETRONIC Software and Helping HMLV manufacturers to profitably grow with simplified automatic finite scheduling. Now, Identifying and Building the first steps of Pulseoniq

I am an entrepreneur and a passionate Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Manufacturing guy. After selling my previous company (NETRONIC Software) to Boyum IT, my brother Elmar and I took a break to identify and build "the next Karlowitsch thing". This break is over, and we have skin in the game again. We followed our hearts, souls, and brains and decided to play where we can both deliver the most value and have the most fun. Hence, our new venture lets us build Pulseoniq - a new manufacturing ISV that is 100% focused on Business Central. With Pulseoniq, we deliver quiet intelligence to noisy shopfloors. We build real-time execution intelligence and control apps for discrete make-to-order manufacturers on Business Central who keep getting surprised by their own shopfloor. Last, but not least, I am the author of the "Business Central and Manufacturing Pulse" report.

Dmitry Katson is a 🏆 Microsoft MVP 🏆 Contribution Hero and Founder of CentralQ.ai, an AI-powered knowledge and agent platform built for the Business Central. With over 20 years of experience, he is recognized for turning ideas into real-world AI solutions — from copilots to autonomous agents. Dmitry focuses on bringing human and machine intelligence together to create agents that understand, analyze, and act inside Business Central. A frequent speaker at Directions, BC TechDays, and global AI events, he continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible when AI meets enterprise systems.

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.

Business leader documenting the real journey from AI skeptic to evangelist through "AI for the Over 40" - a 52-week series for executives who know AI matters but haven't cracked the code yet. After over 20 years of helping companies transform with Microsoft Dynamics, I discovered the next transformation starts with us as leaders. Not our systems. Not our teams. Us. I'm a Partner at ArcherPoint by Cherry Bekaert, where I help mid-market companies leverage Microsoft Business Central. But my passion project is demystifying AI for business leaders who, like me, are tired of the hype and want practical, peer-tested approaches that actually work. Current mission: Proving that our years of business experience aren't obsolete in the AI age - they're our secret weapon. Following my journey? Check out "AI for the Over 40" published weekly on LinkedIn.

As the Partner and Alliance at Hubdrive, I build and grow strategic partnerships within the Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform ecosystem. I focus on creating impactful collaborations that align with Microsoft’s cloud-first, AI-powered vision. At Hubdrive, I work closely with Microsoft teams and partners to co-develop go-to-market strategies, strengthen engagement, and deliver value through cloud ERP and HR solutions. My role centers on aligning with Microsoft to support co-sell motions, marketing collaboration, and product innovation. I also enable Partner-to-Partner (P2P) motions—helping partners fill ERP capability gaps and expand their offerings through our ISV solution.

Senior Software Engineer @ Continia Software A/S 15+ years of experience in CAL/AL development for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Passionate electronics enthusiast and organizer of Denmark’s largest LAN event.

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 and 2025.

Marco Lubig is a Senior Consultant and Team Lead with extensive experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. He specializes in implementing and optimizing ERP solutions, helping businesses streamline operations and enhance productivity. Marco is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success and is committed to delivering innovative solutions tailored to client needs. His expertise and leadership make him a valuable asset in the field of business technology.

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.

Stefan is a freelance Business Central developer who believes in doing things right—even when it costs more upfront. He's specialized in sustainable AL development practices, helping partners migrate legacy extensions to maintainable codebases and building solutions that last. He runs the "BC Coding Stream" on YouTube, acting as the senior developer colleague for junior devs—live-coding real work while explaining decisions and thought processes. Stefan speaks at conferences like Tech Days and Directions EMEA on deeply technical subjects: from database optimization in AL to development patterns and platform architecture. His sessions draw from hands-on experience with complex integrations and real-world implementations. He maintains several open-source tools for the BC community and operates on a simple philosophy: if he can't monetize a solution, he open-sources it. His work focuses on developer tooling and code quality improvements that make the entire ecosystem better.

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.

“It’s impressive to see such a young professional like Miguel. His passion and innovative mind have a lot to offer.” – Bill Gates (not the one you’re thinking of, but still a big fan!) Miguel is an International Business Developer at Arquiconsult, bringing fresh energy and curiosity to the Dynamics 365 ecosystem. In under a year, he’s already made his mark—speaking at Dynamics Minds, ArquiPartner Day and Directions EMEA. His journey is just beginning, but he’s determined to make it a lasting one. What drives him most? The people. Miguel is passionate about the Dynamics community and what makes it unique. As Pod Leader for Experience at Diversity in Dynamics, he’s focused on breaking generational gaps and challenging stigmas to foster a more inclusive, connected space for everyone. Don’t miss the chance to connect—he’s always up for a good conversation and fresh ideas. Reach out at miguel.vieira@arquiconsult.com

I'm a consultant for Business Central at Singhammer, where I started back in 2019. 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.

Milan Milincevic is a Microsoft MVP and Dev Lead for Business Central at Enora. He began his career as a .NET developer before discovering Dynamics NAV, which quickly became his main professional passion. With 7 years of experience in Dynamics 365 Business Central, Milan focuses on building teams, shaping best practices, and delivering high-quality solutions. He is an active conference speaker and one of the organizers of the BizSource User Group in Croatia, contributing to the growth of the Business Central community. Milan also created BC Maximizer, a lightweight browser extension that improves productivity for Business Central users. Through his blog mmilince.com, he shares real-world tips and insights to help developers worldwide.

D365 Business Central Developer | Product-minded builder focused on real-world impact

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.

I am a PTS for Enetprise, specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and the Power Platform. Throughout my career, I have delivered tailored business solutions that help organizations transform their operations using Microsoft Business Applications. As the leader of BizSource, a community user group dedicated to Microsoft Business Applications, I am passionate about fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration among professionals and enthusiasts. I have had the privilege of speaking at numerous international conferences, where I share practical insights and real-world experiences from complex implementation projects. My approach combines deep technical expertise with a genuine passion for empowering others, making my sessions both informative and engaging. Whether I am guiding teams through digital transformation or mentoring the next generation of tech professionals, I am committed to advancing the Microsoft ecosystem and building a vibrant, connected community.

Finn Pedersen is a software developer and consultant with a master's degree in Computer Science from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Finn’s work primarily focuses on Navision, NAV, and BC. He also applies his knowledge of Ruby on Rails, Python, and Elm to his projects. He has a special interest in systems integration and API design. Finn has experience as a Business Analyst, Product Owner, and Project Manager. He speaks French, English, and Danish. Finn is the creator of navigate-bc.com, the dedicated Business Central search engine.

Since 25 years, Nils has been responsible for the development of a lot of deeply integrated extensions for Microsoft Dynamics. Now, Nils leads the mobile app product management at Anvaigo.

Julia has been an active member of the Microsoft community for more than 15 years. She began her career at knk with a dual study program in Business Administration (B.Sc.) at the FH Nordakademie. After graduating, she built up and now leads the marketing department of the internationally operating knk Group. Together with her team, Julia is responsible for marketing and communication across all product lines of the knk Group: knkMedia based on Microsoft D365 Business Central, knk365 for Media Sales based on D365 for Sales, knk365 Marketing Automation based on D365 for Marketing, and VM Media Manager. In addition to product marketing, her responsibilities include employer branding. Beyond her leadership role in marketing, Julia is passionate about team development and organizational culture. As a facilitator, she has supported implementation teams on their path to self-organization and regularly guides teams in achieving clarity and results in their meetings.

Ben specializes in empowering Microsoft partners, backstopped by several years of experience on the Microsoft Partner Experience team, where he focused on partner programming, incentives, benefits and support and escalations. Ben is knowledgeable on all aspects of Partner Center and understands what Dynamics partners need to know. As a Senior Program Manager at Ciellos, Ben is the services lead for the Ciellos Partner Enablement program, helping SIs and ISVs to navigate the complexities of Microsoft's partner programs and incentive opportunities, and to leverage Partner Center to more effectively partner with Microsoft.

Tonni Ryborg is a Senior Consultant specializing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, with extensive experience in ERP and supply chain management since 2008. He has a proven track record of implementing and optimizing ERP solutions to support purchasing, inventory, production, and sales processes. Tonni previously served as IT Manager at Mos Mosh, where he led ERP projects and digital transformation initiatives, and as ERP Manager at BHJ, a global production company, where he was responsible for ERP strategy and process optimization. His deep understanding of business processes and technology enables him to help companies achieve transparency, efficiency, and measurable value through modern ERP solutions.

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.

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.

A huge football (Brøndby IF 🟨🟦) fan loving technology! I'm a speaker, enthusiast and expert in Microsoft Power Platform and CRM solutions! With over ten years of experience, I have a wealth of knowledge in process automation, Copilot Studio, and the diverse applications of Microsoft Power Platform. As Senior Power Platform Consultant I have successfully led numerous high-profile projects, delivering significant value to clients. I would say that my engaging presentations and deep knowledge make me a liked speaker. The thing I love most about Power Platform and AI is the short way from idea to solution!

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.

Isabelle Segers is a Functional Consultant for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central at iFacto Business Solutions, where she has been working since 2006. In addition to her consulting role, she has been Product Manager for Distri+ since 2015, iFacto’s vertical solution for wholesale and distribution companies built on Business Central. With nearly two decades of experience in Microsoft Dynamics and distribution processes, Isabelle combines product management, functional analysis, and ERP implementation expertise. She bridges the gap between customer requirements, product strategy, and implementation teams, ensuring that new ideas are translated into practical solutions that deliver real business value. What she enjoys most is guiding customers from initial requirements to a successful go-live and seeing technology make a tangible difference in their daily operations.

I am Rishabh Shukla, Technical Architect at All e Technologies Ltd, with over 16 years of experience in Dynamics NAV and Business Central implementations. My expertise spans Business Central localization, Power Platform, Power Automate, DevOps, and Copilot Studio. Over the years, I’ve worked across multiple geographies, including India and Europe, and developed solutions like Cyborg, ProActivate, and the Reconciliation Engine. As a 2nd runner-up in the Business Central Hackathon 2021, I am passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Azure OpenAI to drive automation and business transformation. I am also a certified Microsoft professional and have provided training to partners, delivering impactful solutions to clients globally.

Stefan is a Microsoft MVP, Business Central expert and the Co-Founder and CEO of BCILITY, where he leads innovative solutions for Business Central users. He actively contributes to the Microsoft Dynamics community, sharing his knowledge and enhancing the platform through open-source Microsoft projects. As a frequent speaker at Business Central conferences, Stefan captivates audiences with his deep expertise and passion for the subject. His dedication to continuous learning and community collaboration sets him apart as a leader in the field.

Tine Staric is a strategist 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.

Mark Stuyt, Chief Engagement Officer at Neural Impact, will be discussing neuroscience-based sales strategies and tactics that align with the new AI buying reality.

Nathan Sweeney is the European Microsoft AI Lead at KPMG, a Microsoft MVP, and Co-Founder of South Coast Summit and the Microsoft Cloud South Coast User Group. With nearly 20 years in technology, Nathan helps some of the world’s largest organisations move AI from experimentation into real business value. His work spans Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry, AI agents, cloud architecture, responsible AI and governance. He works at the intersection of technology, strategy and organisational change, helping leaders understand where AI can transform business processes, how agentic solutions can be applied in practice, and how to scale them safely. As a speaker, Nathan combines strategic thinking, practical frameworks, live demos and lessons from real enterprise AI programmes. He is known for making complex topics accessible, practical and relevant, while challenging audiences to think beyond productivity towards genuine business transformation.

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.

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Marko Totovic is 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.

Matt Traxinger is a seasoned Business Central architect, consultant, and developer enablement leader with more than two decades of experience building high-quality ERP solutions. He specializes in transforming development teams through modern DevOps practices, AI-first tooling, and frictionless Developer Experience (DevEx). Matt is widely recognized for his practical, no-nonsense approach to quality, automation, and process design—shaped by early, unforgettable lessons in breaking things, fixing them, and building systems that prevent others from doing the same. As the leader driving DevOps modernization across hundreds of Business Central projects, Matt designs scalable release pipelines, telemetry-driven insights, and AI-assisted workflows that allow teams to deliver faster, safer, and more predictably. He also plays a key role in architecting multi-tenant environments, improving upgrade reliability, and bringing enterprise-grade engineering discipline to the BC ecosystem.

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Iva Vlašimsky is a go-to-market and product marketing consultant for Microsoft partners, with 20 years in communications and a decade in the partner ecosystem. She helps ISVs and MSPs define what they sell and build the communication system that carries it: positioning, messaging, GTM narrative and value offer design, turning what a partner delivers best into a named concept with a business case behind it. Based in Croatia, working globally. Co-lead of the IAMCP People, Culture and Performance Committee and marketing advisor at The WIT Network.

Jeremy spent several years in IT System Architecture and Administration before transitioning to Navision Development. Over 25 years, he has worked as a Developer, Consultant, Support, and Trainer within the Navision / MBS / Dynamics 365 ecosystem. During that time, he has trained several people into the industry, worked with ISVs & Partners, and run his own Solution Center. He has spoken at Dynamics Conferences worldwide and published books about Business Central. These days, he's a leading expert in bringing *real* working examples of how AI and agentic tools can make a transformative difference in many different stages of business operations.

Eric “waldo” Wauters Eric is one of the founding partners of iFacto Business Solutions and Dynex bv. With his 21 years of technical expertise, he is an everyday inspiration to its development teams.  As development manager he continually acts upon the technical readiness of iFacto and Dynex.     Apart from that, Eric is also very active in BC community, where he tries to solve technical issues and shares his knowledge with other Dynamics enthusiasts. Surely, a lot amongst you will have read some of Eric’s posts, which he invariably signs with “waldo”. Lots of people have been using and even contributing to tools he shares for free on github. His proven track record entitled him to be awarded since 2007 as MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional).

Julian has been working in the NAV-channel since 2003 in mainly technical roles. In 2013 he co-founded navida in Hamburg to fully focus his energy on Power BI and Dynamics NAV.

Fractional Sales Leader | GTM Strategy | SaaS - Tech - IT | Start-ups & Scale-ups

I am a .net developer that moved to Microsoft Dynamics NAV world in 2004. I've been working with both c# and Dynamics NAV and later BC since that date. During that time, I was developing and designing both customer-specific solutions and products. Currently, I am working as development standards lead for The Nav People. I am also the author of the open-source AZ AL Dev Tools extension for Visual Studio Code, which helps AL developers with their everyday tasks.