New pre-conference marketing event will give Microsoft ISV, VAR and SI marketers a full day of strategy, insights, and peer learning to accelerate success in 2026.
November 13, 2025 – MSDynamicsWorld.com (MSDW), the leading independent digital source for news and information in the Microsoft AI Business Solutions space, has announced its role as a launch partner for the first-ever “Directions North America Marketing Day,” a dedicated pre-conference event created in collaboration with Directions North America and PartnerTalks.
The event will take place on Sunday, April 26, 2026 in Orlando FL, kicking off the Directions North America 2026 conference week with a full day experience designed to help Microsoft channel marketers sharpen their strategy, connect with peers, and explore new opportunities for growth in the year ahead.
“We’re excited to bring this new experience to life at Directions North America,” said Adam Berezin, CEO of MSDW. “Directions North America Marketing Day will give channel marketers a chance to learn from r, peers and industry experts, access exclusive new research, and leave with clear, actionable ideas that align with Microsoft’s priorities. We can’t think of a better venue to host a day dedicated entirely to marketing tactics and strategy in the Microsoft partner ecosystem.”
“Our goal at Directions North America has always been to provide meaningful learning and networking experiences for every type of partner,” said Amy Homan, President of Directions North America. “Marketing Day does exactly that, and it brings the partner marketing community together to share ideas, get inspired, and walk away with practical strategies they can put into practice.”
The one-day event will feature a mix of exclusive research reveals, interactive workshops, and expert-led sessions covering key topics such as AI-driven SEO, content strategy, ABM, trade show ROI, and go-to-market alignment with Microsoft.
“Marketing Day is about creating a dedicated space for marketers in the Microsoft channel to share ideas, data, and proven tactics,” said Rick McCutcheon, Microsoft MVP and Founder of PartnerTalks. “This collaboration brings together great minds from across the ecosystem, and that’s what makes it powerful.”
Registration for Directions North America Marketing Day is now open, and you can get your tickets here: https://www.directionsna.com/
About MSDynamicsWorld.com (MSDW)
MSDynamicsWorld.com (MSDW) is the world’s largest independent digital publication covering the Microsoft Business Applications ecosystem. MSDW delivers original reporting, expert analysis, branded content, and digital events to more than 100,000 subscribers worldwide, with a focus on Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and the broader Microsoft Cloud.
About Directions North America
Directions North America is the premier event for thousands of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central partners, ISVs, and service providers. The annual conference focuses on partner enablement, education, and networking opportunities designed to drive success within the Microsoft channel. Directions North America is the only Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central event created by partners, for partners, in the Microsoft community.
About PartnerTalks
PartnerTalks is a multimedia thought leadership series showcasing the people, organizations, and events shaping the Microsoft Business Applications ecosystem. Founded by long-time Microsoft MVP Rick McCutcheon, PartnerTalks helps Microsoft partners elevate their sales, marketing, and channel performance through expert interviews, educational content, and community-driven events.
