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n/a on 12/5/2007 12:16:37 PM |
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Introductions and request |
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First, let me introduce myself. My name is Steve Loethen, and I currently serve as the Partner Evangelist for Microsoft, in the Central Region of the United States. This is a new role, and we are trying to get our feet wet, with the goal of understanding and improving the experience of custom development partners. I am particularly interested in talking with smaller partners that don't get a lot of direct contact with Microsoft.
I am interested in understanding the challenges you face in your business, in dealing with Microsoft, and in your daily task of keeping the lights on and your company healthy. I don't claim to be able to fix all or any problems for that matter, but the key to my being able to effect change is to understand your issues.
What do we do that has no value to you?
What should we do to add value to your company?
What do we do that hurts you and why? What or how should we do it differently.
Are there any programs that we used to provide that you desire to return?
Again, I don't know if I have the power, or the budget to fix all or anything, but I can act as a conduit for you. Please feel free to email me (sloethen@microsoft.com) and start the dialog. I also plan on traveling over the next several months to most major cities in the central region, and if you have some time, are willing to set down and talk with me, and think it might be valuable, let me know. I am planning my agenda now, and want to add your voice to the mix.
Thanks, and I am looking forward to participating in this group.
Steve Loethen
Partner Evangelist - Microsoft Central Region DPE
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