Microsoft Analytics &
Business Intelligence Partner Airlift
The CSP Accelerate Program for Data Platform is a set of resources for Managed Services Providers to build an Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence practice using the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) Program.
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Why Attend
Connect in person
Connect with Microsoft Executives, including Joseph Sirosh, CVP of Data Platform, James Phillips, CVP of Power BI, Data Scientists, and Principal Program Managers who will share best practices in Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence.
Dive deep & learn
Obtain foundational business and technical understanding of Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence, including managed services practices, working with data across several industries, and how Microsoft makes it easy for you.
Accelerate solutions
Accelerate your Go to Market: Learn about the Microsoft programs and incentives that Microsoft provides to help you plan, deploy, and accelerate the Go to Market strategy for your Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence practice.
Keynote Speakers
Joseph Sirosh, CVP Data Platform
Dr. Joseph Sirosh is the Corporate Vice President of the Data Group, leading Microsoft’s Database, Big Data and Machine Learning products. Joseph joined Microsoft in fall 2013 from Amazon.com Inc. where he was most recently the vice president for the Global Inventory Platform, responsible for the science and software behind Amazon’s supply chain and order fulfillment systems, as well as the central Machine Learning group, which he built and led. Joseph holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin and a B. Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Chennai.
James Philips, CVP Business Intelligence
James Phillips is a corporate vice president and the general manager of Microsoft’s business applications, platform, and intelligence (BAPI) organization with over 2,500 team members across the globe. His teams build and operate a wide range of products and services contributing billions of dollars in revenue annually. They include Azure App Service, PowerApps, Microsoft Flow, Azure Portal, the Dynamics ERP family of products (AX, NAV, GP and SL) and Microsoft's business intelligence product line including Power BI, Power BI Desktop, Power BI Mobile (iOS, Android and Windows apps) and SQL Server Reporting and Analysis services.
Rimma Nehme, TA, DG
Rimma Nehme is a TA in Data Group at Microsoft. Previously, she was a Principal Software Engineer in Microsoft Jim Gray Systems Lab, where she jump-started Polybase technology bridging the worlds of relational data and Big Data. Over the past 15 years, she has worked in Microsoft Research, EMC Corporation and in Microsoft product teams on numerous database technologies and platforms including SQL Server, SQL Data Warehouse, focusing on statistics, query optimization and approximate query processing. Rimma holds a PhD in Computer Science from Purdue University and an MBA from the University of Chicago.
Herain Oberoi, Sr Director Product Mktg
Herain is the Sr. Director of Product Marketing for Microsoft’s Advanced Analytics products and solutions including Cortana Intelligence Suite, Microsoft R Server and SQL Server R Services. In his prior roles at Microsoft Herain has led product management and marketing for Microsoft’s Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing and Big Data initiatives. Prior to Microsoft, Herain was a starting employee of ‘The Theory Center’, a Boston based startup for enterprise Java components and was later acquired by BEA Systems. At BEA Systems, Herain held solutions architect and product marketing roles to launch BEA’s WebLogic Platform, Portal and Enterprise Information Integration products. Herain has a B.S. in Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and an M.B.A from Cornell University. He lives in Redmond where he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children.
Joseph Sirosh, CVP Data Platform
Dr. Joseph Sirosh is the Corporate Vice President of the Data Group, leading Microsoft’s Database, Big Data and Machine Learning products. Joseph joined Microsoft in fall 2013 from Amazon.com Inc. where he was most recently the vice president for the Global Inventory Platform, responsible for the science and software behind Amazon’s supply chain and order fulfillment systems, as well as the central Machine Learning group, which he built and led. Joseph holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin and a B. Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Chennai.
James Philips, CVP Business Intelligence
James Phillips is a corporate vice president and the general manager of Microsoft’s business applications, platform, and intelligence (BAPI) organization with over 2,500 team members across the globe. His teams build and operate a wide range of products and services contributing billions of dollars in revenue annually. They include Azure App Service, PowerApps, Microsoft Flow, Azure Portal, the Dynamics ERP family of products (AX, NAV, GP and SL) and Microsoft's business intelligence product line including Power BI, Power BI Desktop, Power BI Mobile (iOS, Android and Windows apps) and SQL Server Reporting and Analysis services.
Rimma Nehme, TA, DG
Rimma Nehme is a TA in Data Group at Microsoft. Previously, she was a Principal Software Engineer in Microsoft Jim Gray Systems Lab, where she jump-started Polybase technology bridging the worlds of relational data and Big Data. Over the past 15 years, she has worked in Microsoft Research, EMC Corporation and in Microsoft product teams on numerous database technologies and platforms including SQL Server, SQL Data Warehouse, focusing on statistics, query optimization and approximate query processing. Rimma holds a PhD in Computer Science from Purdue University and an MBA from the University of Chicago.
Herain Oberoi, Sr Director Product Mktg
Herain is the Sr. Director of Product Marketing for Microsoft’s Advanced Analytics products and solutions including Cortana Intelligence Suite, Microsoft R Server and SQL Server R Services. In his prior roles at Microsoft Herain has led product management and marketing for Microsoft’s Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing and Big Data initiatives. Prior to Microsoft, Herain was a starting employee of ‘The Theory Center’, a Boston based startup for enterprise Java components and was later acquired by BEA Systems. At BEA Systems, Herain held solutions architect and product marketing roles to launch BEA’s WebLogic Platform, Portal and Enterprise Information Integration products. Herain has a B.S. in Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and an M.B.A from Cornell University. He lives in Redmond where he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children.
Airlift Agenda
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Analytics & BI Partner Airlift?
The Analytics & BI Partner Airlift is targeted to activate Managed Service Providers to build repeatable solutions around Advanced Analytics & BI using Azure Data Platform Services through CSP.
When and where is the event?
The event will be on November 8-10, 2016 at the Seattle Marriott Bellevue in WA, USA
What are the benefits of attending the event?
By attending the event partners can:
- Obtain business and technical understanding of Advanced Analytics and BI, including best practices for managed services and how to create repeatable solutions
- Increase knowledge of Microsoft programs and incentives to help you plan, deploy, and bring offers to market
- Gain insights into how Microsoft is enabling horizontal and vertical industry solution opportunities
Advanced Analytics and BI enable partners to enhance customer experience, unlock new insights, increase decision making and reduce costs. Partners creating repeatable solutions differentiate their business by switching from a transactional to recurring business model, combining Microsoft Cloud Services with Partners value-added solutions. Azure Data Platform and Power BI enable you to perform and deliver real-time, intelligent, big data technologies and predictive analytics in the cloud.
How do I receive one night free at the Seattle Marriott Bellevue Hotel?
The first 100 partners that register and book within the Advanced Analytics and BI Partner Airlift hotel block will receive credit of one room night at the Seattle Marriott Bellevue (Approx. $369 value).
Seattle Marriott Bellevue rate is $369 per night. Any applicable taxes to be paid by the registrant.
What other rewards do I get for attending?
Partners will receive access into an exclusive accelerate program and CSP incentives towards Azure data consumption for attendees.
How many attendees can come from one company?
Only two employees per invited partner may attend the event.
Is the registration fee refundable?
The registration fee of $300 is non-refundable. However, registrations may be transferred to another registrant from the same company.
To provide this opportunity to another person within your company, please email the registration team, or direct them to register at https://DataMSP.eventcore.com with the registration code Partnerairlift16.
What is there to do in the city of Bellevue, WA?
Bellevue combines a stunning natural setting and vibrant metropolitan center with world-class arts, entertainment, and cuisine. Bellevue is a city in the Eastside region of King County, Washington, United States, Across lake Washington from Seattle with a population of roughly 125,000 people. Average temperature in the Seattle – Bellevue area during November is 50 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 35 degrees Fahrenheit in the evening. These temperatures are typically accompanied by cloudy skies and scattered rain showers. Ensure your comfort by packing an all-weather jacket and umbrella.
Can you tell me about the Seattle Marriott Bellevue hotel?
A remarkable transformation that earned recognition from Marriott International in 2016 sets the tone for the new experience at the Seattle Marriott Bellevue. Set downtown within reach of attractions, our Bellevue hotel celebrates the city’s natural beauty in creative ways with exposed wood walls in the lobby and nature-inspired art in guest rooms. The area is also highlighted at Amuse Restaurant, where the menu features local ingredients. The Great Room invites guests to connect over hand-crafted cocktails and free Wi-Fi, while the exclusive M Club Lounge offers select guests a setting to work, dine and recharge 24 hours a day. Reimagined guest rooms feature sleek decor, platform beds, expandable closets, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, multi-use surfaces and spa-like bathrooms. Guests can stay active outdoors near our downtown Bellevue hotel with hiking and biking or in our modern fitness center.
Seattle Marriott Bellevue
200 110th Ave NE
Bellevue, Washington 98004
United States
What are the nearest airports?
Major Airport: The nearest airport serviced by several commercial airlines is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). SEA is approximately 30-minute drive from Bellevue.
Private Planes: Private planes utilize Clay Lacy Aviation at Boeing Field, which is about 20 minutes from Bellevue.
What kind of area transportation can I take?
Taxis, Limousines, and Uber are available at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Should you prefer to arrange car service ahead of time, the following companies are available for hire:
- Yellow Cab – (206) 622-6500
- Carey Limousines – (206) 285-5505
CSP Accelerate Program
for Business Analytics
The CSP Accelerate Program for Data Platform is a set of resources for Managed Services Providers to build an Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence practice using the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) Program.
Program Overview
The CSP Accelerate Program for Data Platform is a set of resources for Managed Services Providers to build an Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence practice using the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) Program.
Requirements
- Partner must be in the CSP program
- Partner must commit to building a successful advanced analytics and BI practice using Microsoft data services*
Program Benefits
- Technical Enablement
- Demand Generation funds
- Go-to-Market Incentives
Get Started
There are five phases to the CSP Accelerate Program for Business Analytics. Reference the chart below and request resources based on how far along you are in your MSP practice.
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