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Tampa, FL, USA:  Dynamic Communities, a business management organization that develops and supports technology-centric user groups, announces registration is now open for three co-located events taking place at the RAI Amsterdam the week of March 24, 2019. User Group Summit Europe will be held March 27-29, with an Executive Programme March 24-25, Power Platform Summit Europe will be held in conjunction on March 27-29, and eXtreme365 Europe will be held March 25-27, with an Executive Exchange on March 24-25. Registration is now open.   These events deliver the can’t-miss annual European conference for users and partners of the Microsoft Business Applications platform – featuring education on all versions of Dynamics 365, AX, CRM, and the Power platform - Power BI, PowerApps, and Microsoft Flow. With credible peer-to-peer knowledge exchange at its core, these events provide focused learning and networking as users and partners gain instrumental solutions for their everyday system challenges and larger organizational goals.    Attendees will have access to:   Exceptional, quality content : Featuring user-produced education on how to maximize the performance ...

Tampa, FL, USA: Dynamic Communities, a business management organization that develops and supports technology-centric user groups, announces registration is now open for User Group Focus North America, located in Houston, TX, March 11-12 and March 13-14, 2019. Register now. User Group Focus is a deep-dive training conference that features intermediate and advanced 90-minute sessions taught by technical and functional experts. User Group Focus is separated into multiple two-day events covering specific products: March 11-12: Microsoft Dynamics 365, AX, & CRM March 13-14: Microsoft Dynamics 365, NAV, & the Power platform User Group Focus attendees will have access to: Sharpen your skills and learn best practices to further your job role, career, and product investment. Dig deeper into the topics most pertinent for success in your role. Network with peers who are in similar roles and face the same issues on a daily basis. In 2018, User Group Focus was held in Indianapolis, IN with 800 attendees and 30 sponsors. Of those surveyed, 93% of attendees said their objectives for attending the conference were met. One 2018 attendee ...

Tampa, FL, USA : Dynamic Communities is proud to host Collaborate Canada happening in 5 cities across Canada this November. Each one-day event will bring together the Microsoft Dynamics community in Canada. Collaborate Canada will provide an exceptional opportunity to build professional relationships and fuel attendee’s Microsoft Dynamics product knowledge. Event Highlights Microsoft will deliver the keynote presentation at all Collaborate Canada locations Functional & Technical content for users of Microsoft Dynamics 365, AX and CRM, Dynamics GP, and Dynamics 365 Business Central & Dynamics NAV Over 35 one-hour sessions at each location Networking and collaboration opportunities with Dynamics users, MVPs, and industry experts ISV Solution Showcases to discover the latest Microsoft Dynamics product enhancements Cities & Dates Vancouver: November 5 Calgary: November 8 Montreal: November 13 Toronto: November 20 Ottawa: November 27 "Collaborate Canada is an opportunity to obtain important insights into the Dynamics eco-system. As we continue our digital transformation it’s essential that we gather as much information as we can to make sure ...

Tampa, FL : Dynamic Communities, administrators of the independent user groups for Microsoft Dynamics® 365, Dynamics NAV, Power BI and others, announced today that it has launched new user groups for Microsoft PowerApps and Flow users.  The new user group communities will provide world-class opportunities for value-added networking and knowledge-sharing across the global Microsoft Business Applications community.   The PowerApps and Flow user groups are independent communities where peers can exchange unbiased information, best practices, and gain education. These user groups will offer education and resources through a virtual forum, live and on-demand webinar trainings, in-person conferences, and through a variety of networking opportunities. Membership in the user groups is free; learn more by visiting: www.powerugcommunity.com   “ Our goal at Dynamic Communities is to create user group communities around a software solution where users can grow their knowledge, competency, and confidence with their technology systems and business applications. We are excited to provide these benefits to individuals and organizations who use Microsoft PowerApps and Flow ,” said Janet ...

Tampa, FL, USA : Dynamic Communities, the supporting organization behind the official user group for Power BI ( PowerBIUG ) announces the Power BI World Tour 2018 . From August through November, the tour will be stopping at eight cities in five countries around the globe including: Melbourne, Australia  | August 21-22 Sydney, Australia  | August 28-29 Charlotte, North Carolina |   August 28-29 Copenhagen, Denmark   |   September 11-12 Seattle, Washington |   October 29-30 Dubai, United Arab Emirates   |   November 13-14 Montreal, Canada  | November 14-15 Dallas, Texas   | November 28-29 Powered by each city’s local Power BI User Group (PUG), the Power BI World Tour will bring unprecedented access to premium Power BI content designed by local industry experts. These two-day events will cover technical content designed for the Power BI Analyst, Developer/IT Admin, and new professional. In addition, pre/post conference Academy workshops will be offered at select locations allowing attendees to increase their learning with more intimate, hands-on, instructor-led classroom training. Event Highlights: Exceptional Educational Content ...

Acquisition will amplify the learning and networking opportunities available to Microsoft Business Applications users and partners around the globe Tampa, FL, USA:  Dynamic Communities, administrators of the independent user groups for Microsoft Dynamics® 365, Dynamics NAV, Power BI and others, announced today that it has acquired eXtreme LLC, an organization dedicated to the success of Microsoft partners and host of the eXtreme365 events.  Together, the companies will provide world-class opportunities for value-added networking and knowledge-sharing across the global Microsoft Business Applications community.     “We’re excited to streamline our user and partner educational offerings, and deliver a comprehensive portfolio of virtual and in-person events around the globe for the entire Microsoft Business Applications community,” said Janet Lampert, President and CEO of Dynamic Communities.  “For years, both organizations have been facilitating valuable, community-led opportunities for networking, knowledge-sharing and education, and we look forward to expanding the value of those offerings through the unification of the global community.  Our groups have also provided valuable ...

Tampa, FL : Dynamic Communities wrapped up the first ever Microsoft Dynamics® GP User Group (GPUG) conference in South Africa. The inaugural GPUG Amplify South Africa conference was held 21-22 May 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa with GPUG Academy courses taking place 23-24 May 2018. Over 100 attendees took part in the opportunity to network and exchange knowledge with fellow users, product experts, and Microsoft leaders to maximize their Dynamics GP performance. Forty subject matter experts were featured, presenting a total of 35 breakout sessions and 20 partner solution showcases. Event Highlights Keynote speaker Wessel Pieterse, Senior Manager for the Apps & Infra business at Microsoft, shared about the benefits of switching to the cloud. The GPUG South Africa Johannesburg Chapter officially launched, building a local network of Dynamics GP users and partners. Optimal networking opportunities to connect with fellow Dynamics GP users during the Welcome Reception and throughout the event. Event Sponsors Gold sponsors included Braintree, Dynamics Africa, Netstock, Dynamics Africa, Solver, and Vox Telecom. The silver sponsor was Titanium GP. "After a very ...

Tampa, FL: Dynamic Communities, the supporting organization behind the official user group for Microsoft Dynamics® GP (GPUG) announces GPUG Amplify South Africa to be held 21-22 May 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The successful Reignite GP conference, held in 2017, has a new identity as GPUG Amplify South Africa. The conference is an opportunity for Microsoft Dynamics GP users to network with fellow business leaders and Microsoft leaders, exchange knowledge, and learn how to best maximize Microsoft Dynamics GP performance to achieve business success. Attendees will have access to: Exceptional Dynamics GP Education  – Over 50 sessions available to learn from product experts via five learning tracks: financial (2 tracks), reporting, developer, toolbox Engaging, Dedicated Networking Opportunities – Countless opportunities to create lasting relationships by connecting and networking with Dynamics GP peers, partners and Microsoft team members Industry Experts, Microsoft, and Vendors – Discover innovations from Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) showcasing their latest solutions and creative capabilities Visit www.gpugamplify.co.za for more information or ...

Dynamic Communities, the supporting organization behind the official user groups for Microsoft Dynamics® 365 & AX (D365UG/AXUG), Microsoft Dynamics® 365 & CRM (D365UG/CRMUG), Microsoft Dynamics® GP (GPUG), Microsoft Dynamics SL (DSLUG), Microsoft Dynamics® NAV (NAVUG), and Microsoft Power BI (PUG) products, announced a new Chairman for the D365UG/AXUG Board, effective January 2018. Grant Wilson will be transitioning the D365UG/AXUG Chairman role to Kelly Kane, a D365UG/AXUG member who has been heavily involved in the User Group by serving as the Kentucky Chapter Leader, hosting multiple sessions at Summit as well as being a Summit planning committee track leader. Kane has also been recently awarded the first and only female user MVP for Microsoft Dynamics AX. Wilson will remain involved with the User Group communities and will act in an advisory position on the Board of Directors. “I am looking forward to 2018 and all of the good things to come. The User Group is thriving and growing, and the participation of the user community is the most I have ever seen since becoming a member,” said Kelly Kane. “D365UG/AXUG has experienced amazing growth not only ...

Dynamic Communities, the supporting organization behind the official user group for Microsoft Dynamics® GP (GPUG), announces Derek Martin, Cloud Solutions Architect at Microsoft, as the GPUG Amplify 2018 Keynote Speaker. Register now: www.gpugamplify.com/register. Derek has been with Microsoft since 2015. His skills include Cloud Computing, Integration and Microsoft SQL Server. Derek’s passion for Azure led to him acting as an architect and designing new and exciting ways of leveraging Azure to accomplish long standing business problems. Derek’s keynote presentation at GPUG Amplify on Tuesday, March 21 will discuss how Blockchain affects business industries. He will introduce Blockchain, explain why it’s important, and help you decide if integrating your Dynamics GP system makes sense for your business. “I’ve heard a great deal about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in the past, but these days there is a lot of talk about Blockchain, the decentralized ledger that records cryptocurrency transactions,” said GPUG General Manager Bob McAdam. “Blockchain can and will affect all sorts of industries sooner than later, so now is the time to get smarter so you’re prepared to ...