The Intelligence Age

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/587   What if you could master the art of balancing a demanding career with a fulfilling personal life? Join us as we sit down with Kirti Prajapati, a modern workplace architect and independent M365 consultant from India, who reveals his secrets to maintaining a harmonious lifestyle. Through his dedication to homemade food, regular gym vis...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/586   How do you navigate from a career in manufacturing to becoming a celebrated Microsoft Dynamics MVP? Join us as we chat with Alicia Keener, a director at RSM, whose remarkable journey in the tech industry is nothing short of inspiring. From her early days in the apparel and textiles industry to her impactful work with Frito-Lay and ma...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/585   Ever wondered how tequila and tech conferences mix? We kick things off with some post-tequila laughs and the amusing reality check of my daughter preferring Miss Rachel over our podcast. Get ready for a vivid comparison of the Dynamics Minds conference to both Burning Man and Davos, as we share personal stories and the electric atmos...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/584 Discover the latest in AI-driven advancements and managed environments within Microsoft's Power Platform in our latest episode of the Copilot Show. We had an enlightening chat with Ryan Jones, a partner director of product management at Microsoft, who shared his incredible journey from the Common Data Service days to the robust Da...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/583     What does it take to become an MVP in the dynamic world of Power Platform development? Join us as we host Mantas Umbrasas, Lithuania's first BizApps MVP, who illuminates his path to this prestigious title. From his early explorations in SharePoint configurations to his inspirational journey with Microsoft's Power Apps and...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/582   Ever wondered how AI can revolutionize your daily tasks and business strategies? Join us live from the Dynamics Minds conference in Porto Roche, Slovenia, where we kick off with a deep dive into the vibrant energy of the event. You’ll hear all about the creative showcases by exhibitors and a hilarious recount of Chris Huntingford&apo...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/581   How does a seemingly ordinary career transform into a technological odyssey? Join us on the Power Platform Show as we sit down with Ruben Ruiz, the dynamic Power Platform practice lead at International Workplace Group. From his charming family life and love for mountain biking to his passion for home automation and sweets, Ruben&apos...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/580 Imagine discovering a whole new career path through unexpected turns and community support. That’s exactly what happened to our special guest, Heidi Jordan, an MVP from South Dakota and manager at Avanade. From an aspiring math teacher to a problem-solving business analyst and finally a tech leader in business intelligence and SharePoi...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/579 Say goodbye to the traditional IT project! The tech industry's landscape is rapidly changing, pushing past long-term contracts to embrace agile and continuous collaborations. Join Anna, Mark, and Chris as they explore this transformation, sharing humorous and insightful anecdotes—like Chris's memorable Government Day laptop m...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/578 Unlock the secrets to becoming a top-tier solutions architect with our special guest Sean Astrakhan, a team lead for solution architecture at Microsoft and a celebrated YouTuber course creator. Join us as Sean takes us through his fascinating career journey, from teaching to engineering, while sharing his love for Mexican cuisine and d...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/577     What role do food, family, and fun play in shaping an IT professional's life? Discover the captivating world of Saurabh Bharti, a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations consultant hailing from the UK, as he takes us on a flavorful journey through his Indian heritage. From exploring London's diverse Indian...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/576   How can smaller economies like New Zealand and Australia keep up with the cloud technology revolution? Join us on this episode of the Power Platform Show as we uncover the unique dynamics of adopting Microsoft Power Platform in these less densely populated regions. We promise insights into how population density and economic size sha...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/575 Unlock the power of data transformation in our latest episode as we chat with Scott Sewell, a Principal Program Manager at Microsoft, who shares his journey from the bustling streets of Manhattan to the serene landscapes of Tennessee. Scott's evolution from a Dynamics CRM expert to a Power BI advocate provides a fascinating backdr...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/574 Unlock the secrets to navigating an unconventional tech career as we sit down with Michael Roth from Germany, a manager of Experience Tech at Avanade and a Power Platform governance MVP. From educational science to IT consulting, Michael’s journey is anything but typical. He takes us through his transformation, sharing the pivotal expe...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/573  Have you ever had a brush with fame on a train or bumped into royalty at a bookstore? Join us for a laughter-filled episode of the Power Platform Show where William Dorrington, Andrew Welch, and I, Mark Smith, share our hilarious celebrity encounters, featuring stories about Ryan Cunningham, Kevin McLeod, and even a chance meeting wit...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/572   What if you could effortlessly manage your development infrastructure while ensuring robust security and compliance? Join us as we sit down with Raphael Pothin, a Lead Power Platform Reliability Engineer at Manulife, who is revolutionizing governance processes and streamlining administrative tasks with the Power Platform. Raphael sha...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/571   Unlock the secrets of becoming a Microsoft MVP with our guest Tomas Riha, a seasoned business process automation consultant from Prague. Tomas' journey is anything but ordinary, starting from his early days with SharePoint and Nintex, evolving to his current specialization in Power Automate and M365. Tomas doesn't just talk...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/570   Can AI truly understand and manipulate our realities without us noticing? Join us on this exploration of artificial intelligence as we challenge prevalent fears and misconceptions, often stoked by media sensationalism. Chris emphasizes the importance of educating organizations to dispel these myths and highlights the productivity-boo...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/569   What happens when a seasoned .NET developer shifts gears to embrace low-code solutions? Scott Durow, a Power Platform and Cloud Developer Advocate at Microsoft, shares his transformative journey from traditional coding to adopting the Power Platform. We delve into the evolution of Microsoft's business applications and the essent...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/568   Curious about what it takes to become a tech MVP? Join us as we sit down with Alireza Eshaghzadeh, a distinguished senior business consultant from Oslo, Norway, whose journey from Iran to Norway is nothing short of inspirational. In this episode, Alireza recounts his educational adventures in Trondheim, where he pursued a master&apos...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/567   Discover the critical distinctions between solution architects and enterprise architects in today's tech ecosystems with our special guest, Andrew. This episode of the Power Platform Show unpacks the challenges of integrating diverse technologies in Microsoft business applications, Azure, and M365. You'll gain insights into...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/566 What happens when a childhood passion for model railroading and computers evolves into a top-tier career in technology? Join us as we sit down with Barret Blake, an Azure Solution Architect from Columbus, Ohio, who was awarded MVP status in 2023. Barret takes us on a journey through his life, sharing personal stories about his family,...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/565   Unlock the secrets of enterprise data management with insights from Microsoft’s own Julie Koesmarno, a principal product manager in Dataverse. Julie's extraordinary journey from database enthusiast to MVP, and now a key player at Microsoft, will leave you inspired. From her passion for ice cream and travel to her innovative proj...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/564 Meet Belgium's latest MVP, Anouck Fierens, who brings her infectious enthusiasm for SharePoint, Microsoft Viva, and the Power Platform to our show. We chat about her ascent to MVP status in 2024 and how her journey evolved from developer to low-code/no-code aficionado. Anouck opens up about her personal passions, from her commitme...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/563 Can the Microsoft Power Platform really handle millions of users and support mission-critical implementations? Join us as we challenge the common misconceptions and explore the enterprise-level potential of this powerful tool. In this episode, I'm joined by Rami Mounla, a seasoned solution architect from Wellington, New Zealand. T...