Ultimate Guide to Partnering®

Embark on a transformative journey with us, as we invite Oracle's own Ross Brown to illuminate the trailblazing path Oracle Cloud is carving in the tech world. In this condensed power session, we strip down 30 years of partnership mastery to reveal the core of Oracle's disruptive cloud strategies. Prepare to have the curtain lifted on Oracle's cloud innovations that are challenging the status quo and setting new standards for security, efficiency, and partnership synergy. This is not just a conversation—it's a masterclass in industry evolution with one of the greats. Tune in to redefine what you thought possible in cloud computing.

Welcome to a milestone episode of the "Ultimate Guide to Partnering" podcast! I can hardly believe it's our 200th episode. To mark this special occasion, we're diving into a foundational principle of partnership that we believe is often overlooked but incredibly vital. At Ultimate Partner, we emphasize the importance of cultivating the right mindset, be it a growth mindset, an infinite mindset, or a partnership mindset. This mindset is the key to unlocking the full potential of partnership leaders and achieving their greatest results. We're passionate about this topic, and we're thrilled to explore it further today. In this episode, we have a remarkable guest with us, Mike Gervais. He's not only a dear friend but also a high-performance leader and coach, known for working with CEOs, Olympic athletes, and individuals from diverse backgrounds to help them reach their peak potential. Mike is also the author of a compelling new book, "The First Rule of Mastery." This marks his fourth appearance on "Ultimate Guide to Partnering," and we're diving deep into his book's principles and how they can empower you to achieve your greatest results. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to absorb insights from Mike Gervais as we celebrate our 200th episode of "Ultimate Guide to Partnering."

There are moments in one's journey that are marked not just by the miles covered but by the company kept. As we herald the 199th Episode of Ultimate Guide to Partnering, I'm honored to be joined by two industry experts and fellow podcasters, Rob Spee is SVP of Channels and Alliances at Beyond Trust and the host of the Channel Journey's Podcast. Paul Byrd, Portal Wizard at Magentrix and host of the Ultimate Channel Sales Podcast. Their insights into the world of partners, ecosystems, and channel sales are invaluable and our shared dedication to fostering successful partnerships and our passion for podcasting brings a unique blend of expertise, camaraderie, and vision to this discussion. As we reminisce, debate, and predict the future of partnerships, I invite you to be a part of this monumental episode. Dive in and join the conversation.

If you're focused on forging successful partnerships with industry leaders like Microsoft and are seeking actionable strategies to scale your business in FY24, then you're in the right place. Welcome to "The Ultimate Guide to Partnering," a podcast where host Vince Menzione, a seasoned partner sales executive, provides strategic insights to drive your business success. Today's episode features an in-depth conversation with Mike Reinhardt, Chairman and CEO of Quisitive, a publicly-traded, multi-year award-winning Microsoft partner. Recorded just a day after the Microsoft Inspire conference, this episode offers an exclusive look into the best practices and strategies for sustaining a successful partnership in the rapidly evolving Microsoft ecosystem. Your journey towards achieving exceptional business results through strategic partnerships starts here.

In the wake of Microsoft's Inspire announcements on generative AI and co-pilot, the opportunity landscape for partners is evolving rapidly. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned veteran in Microsoft's ecosystem, this episode is a must-listen. We're joined by Lane Sorgen, Executive Vice President at Quisitive and former Microsoft leader, who will discuss leveraging Generative AI in Business Applications. With the industry undergoing tectonic shifts, Elaine will share key strategies for partners to navigate and capitalize on these changes. This episode aims to equip you with actionable insights to optimize your partnership ROI.

Are you prepared for an in-depth look at key updates following the Microsoft Inspire conference? Interested in hearing from Nina Harding, the leader of Microsoft America's Partner Business GPS, on pivotal changes and announcements? As you strategize for Fiscal Year 2024, don't miss our upcoming episode of "Ultimate Guide to Partnering." Nina Harding, Corporate Vice President of Microsoft America's Partner Business GPS, joined us for an exclusive interview the day after the Microsoft Inspire conference. This deep dive focuses on Microsoft's latest announcements and how Nina is organizing her team for success in FY24. This conversation also marked the launch of our first live digital event, "Winning with Ecosystems." Catch the full video interview at UltimateGuideToPartnering.com. I'm confident you'll find this dialogue as insightful as I did in hosting Nina Harding.

Are you prepared for an in-depth look at key updates following the Microsoft Inspire conference? Interested in hearing from Nina Harding, the leader of Microsoft America's Partner Business GPS, on pivotal changes and announcements? As you strategize for Fiscal Year 2024, don't miss our upcoming episode of "Ultimate Guide to Partnering." Nina Harding, Corporate Vice President of Microsoft America's Partner Business GPS, joined us for an exclusive interview the day after the Microsoft Inspire conference. This deep dive focuses on Microsoft's latest announcements and how Nina is organizing her team for success in FY24. This conversation also marked the launch of our first live digital event, "Winning with Ecosystems." Catch the full video interview at UltimateGuideToPartnering.com. I'm confident you'll find this dialogue as insightful as I did in hosting Nina Harding.

Are you a partner looking to tap into the massive opportunity to partner with hyperscalers like Microsoft? Are you struggling to achieve your greatest results and wish there were easy answers? Do you want to learn from someone who has dramatically impacted the success of one of the world's largest technology partnerships? Then you have come to the right place. Neeti Gupta, the Head of Hyperscaler Business Development for the Microsoft Partnership at VMWare. VMWare is one of the largest independent software vendors, an ecosystem juggernaut. Neeti divulges her strategy for transforming VMWare's monumental partnership with Microsoft. She unpacks how she leveraged key principles for successful partnering, discusses why she is optimistic about Microsoft's pivot to Marketplace, and offers actionable advice that could fuel your partnership growth in Microsoft's Fiscal Year 24.

I welcome Troy Bertram, the Executive Managing Director of Google Cloud's Public Sector business. In this episode we discuss Google's partner-led and partner-first approach to the Public Sector, the company's extraordinary commitment to building this business, how it uniquely reached the highest levels of compliance and security to support the most stringent government customers, and why partners need to consider Google as they build their business strategy. I hope you enjoy and learn from this discussion as much as I enjoyed welcoming Troy Bertram.

In a world where technology is constantly pushing boundaries, the recent Microsoft Inspire conference set the stage for groundbreaking announcements, including the emphasis on artificial intelligence and the renaming of Microsoft's partner program. I had the privilege of hosting an exclusive interview with Julie Sanford, a prominent figure at Microsoft and a true trailblazer, to kick off our first LIVE Digital Event, "Winning with Ecosystems." Julie Sanford reveals Microsoft's game-changing moves at Inspire on this episode of Ultimate Guide to Partnering.