Discover the Winning Approach that Made this Microsoft Partnership Stand Out!

Quisitive Chairman and CEO Joins UltimateGuide to Partnering?

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.

What to Expect

This is a rare opportunity to gain insights from a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience fostering highly successful partnerships within the Microsoft ecosystem. As Chairman and CEO of Quisitive, a publicly traded, award-winning Microsoft partner, Mike brings business strategy, operational excellence, and financial management knowledge. His expertise is not just theoretical; it’s built on decades of practical experience, leading to multiple industry awards and a robust, profitable business.

Beyond his credentials, Mike has a track record of being at the forefront of innovative solutions, speaking at industry-leading events, and contributing to the discourse that shapes the future of tech partnerships. He offers a macro-level view of the trends and shifts in the technology landscape and a micro-level understanding of actionable strategies that can directly impact your business’s bottom line.

Mike's insights are invaluable if you’re interested in scaling your business, optimizing your partnership strategies, or gaining a deeper understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem. Whether you’re a startup looking for direction or an established firm aiming to pivot or scale, hearing from Mike offers a unique blend of strategic vision and practical advice. So if you’re serious about achieving exceptional business results through strategic partnerships, then this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.

Why Listen?

1. Mike Reinhardt brings a quarter-century of hands-on experience building award-winning partnerships within the Microsoft ecosystem, offering invaluable insights into business strategy, operational excellence, and financial management.
2. Industry Leadership and Innovation: As Chairman and CEO of a publicly traded, award-winning Microsoft partner, Mike is a recognized leader in the field. He has been a key player in shaping the future of tech partnerships, speaking at industry events and contributing to important industry discussions.
3. Actionable Business Strategies: Mike offers a unique blend of macro-level industry trends and micro-level actionable strategies that can directly impact your business’s growth and profitability, making his insights essential for businesses at all stages of development.

In Quisitive’s Words

Mike Reinhardt serves as the Chairman and CEO of Acquisitive, a publicly traded, award-winning partner in the Microsoft ecosystem. With more than 25 years of experience leading partner organizations focused on Microsoft, Mike has driven Acquisitive’s growth and positioned the company as a marquee sponsor of industry-leading events like “Winning with Ecosystems.” An industry veteran, Mike’s extensive experience spans various facets of business strategy, including partnership development, operational excellence, and financial management. A regular speaker at tech conferences, Mike offers unparalleled insights into the world of tech partnerships, having recently participated in the Microsoft Inspire conference. His leadership has been instrumental in steering Acquisitive to numerous accolades, further solidifying its reputation as a leading Microsoft partner. With Mike at the helm, Acquisitive continues to set new benchmarks in innovative solutions, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

What You’ll Learn

1. Business Growth Through Microsoft Partnerships: 0:00 Mike Reinhardt, CEO of Quisitive, delves into the components of their award-winning partnership with Microsoft, focusing on how it has fueled business growth.
2. Leveraging AI and Marketplaces with Microsoft: 2:11 An industry expert discusses the historical context of their successful partnership with Microsoft, emphasizing the team’s strategies that align with Microsoft’s recent announcements about marketplaces and AI. The segment touches on the necessity for partners to re-think offer assembly across channels, aiming to drive AI adoption and engage customers in innovative ways.
3. Strategic Acquisitions and Partnership with Microsoft: 8:09 The discussion shifts to Microsoft’s strategy to boost industry penetration via bundled offerings. Quisitive’s role as a key partner is emphasized, notably in winning the “Partner of the Year” award for healthcare business transformation.
4. Preparing for AI Integration and Future Partnerships: 12:10 Partners are urged to deliver maximum customer value by aligning closely with Microsoft’s capabilities.The importance of focus and prioritization is underscored to avoid diluting brand value and customer dissatisfaction.
5. Upcoming Trends and Changes: Closing Remarks

This episode of Ultimate Guide to Partnering is sponsored by QUISITIVE.

Unveiling Ultimate Partner LIVE—Dallas, TX, Nov 13-15, 2023

Ready to decode Microsoft’s recent game-changing investments in #Marketplace, #SMC, and #GenerativeAI?

Do you think you're looking for actionable insights and a success roadmap?

Are you looking to network and have bi-directional engagement with Microsoft Executives, SMC sellers, GPS and Marketplace Leaders, and other?Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program?partners?

Your solution has arrived: Ultimate Partner LIVE – The Americas Summit.

Ultimate Partner LIVE – The Americas Summit

I’m beyond excited to launch our first LIVE event. Consider this the “double-click” from Microsoft’s Inspire Conference to provide the prescriptive guidance and executive engagement to align, leverage, and scale your Microsoft Partnership.

This is a one-of-a-kind, unique event that will help you crack the code.

Ultimate Partner LIVE| Americas 2023?

Why Attend?

?? Are you geared up to exploit the $50B Marketplace opportunity? Do you have a Marketplace Transactable Offer, not just built but with effective marketing and sell-through support?

?? Have you designed an impactful co-selling plan for Small, Medium, and Corporate Accounts – SMC? Are you even sure where to start?

?? And let’s not overlook the game-changing potential of Generative AI, especially with innovations like Co-Pilot.

Join Us in Dallas – from November 13th to 15th

Graciously hosted by Microsoft at the Las Colinas Campus, this event is designed with mainstage keynotes, breakout sessions, and individual boardroom sessions.

The event will begin with registration and a social at 4 PM on November 13th, hosted by SMC Leadership. On November 14th and 15th you’ll experience:

• Deep-dive sessions that build on insights from Microsoft’s Inspire Conference.
• A unique assembly of 300+ participants, including Microsoft executives from GPS, SMC, and Marketplace.
• A confluence of industry experts offering prescriptive guidance through real-world experiences, frameworks, and best practices.

Interactive Experience:

• Bidirectional keynotes
• Hands-on workshops
• Breakout and boardroom sessions

Networking:

• Connect with Microsoft Executives, SMC Leaders, GPS, and Marketplace Experts.
• Meet some of the SMC Field Organization looking to engage with partners.
• Engage with award-winning partners: ISVs, SIs, LSPs, and CSPs.

Walk away from these two days ready to implement your 2024 partner plan!

How do I sign up?

Limited Early Bird Pricing is now available. You can secure your seat today for what promises to be a transformative experience. https://cvent.me/8DN9bP?RefId=Company+Website

I look forward to hosting you and seeing you in Dallas, TX, November 13-15!

Vince Menzione