I attended last year and the UK partners that went said that it was a very worthwhile experience, especially the Pre-event of the Small Business Symposium (eg http://www.uksmbgirl.co.uk/blog/archives/date/2006/07/ and .  This year we have that again - see below or http://www.microsoft.com/partner/events/wwpartnerconference/precon.htm

Microsoft Small Business Symposium 2007

The second annual Microsoft Small Business Symposium is the event for Microsoft Small Business Specialists and other technology providers who want to energize their small business practice! You will hear strategies and methods from industry experts to help you effectively manage your time, build business value and reduce financial barriers to continued business growth. Come interact with your peers and Microsoft as we examine the recent technologies, issues and forces driving today’s small business marketplace.

I expect to see a number of UK partners there again this year. More details from Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference

 

This premier partner conference will take place at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado, USA, July 10-12, and will provide a wide range of valuable resources for all Microsoft Partners. Leverage your Microsoft investment by sharing in future business opportunities, get hands-on training, and network with your Microsoft team and your extended partner community. Over 10,000 partners, industry experts, speakers, exhibitors, Microsoft executives, and many others are expected to attend this year’s conference—don’t miss out!

What’s waiting for you at Worldwide Partner Conference?

• Hear from Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer and other leading executives on how to position your business to take advantage of Microsoft strategies and overall vision in Conference Keynotes.
• Dive deep into the latest solutions with Hands-On Labs and Sessions, taught by industry experts.
• Celebrate your successes using Microsoft products & solutions at the Microsoft Partner Program Awards Luncheon and Ceremony.
• Gain even more knowledge and resources by arriving early and attending the Pre-Conference Events & Activities on July 8 & 9.
• Use WPC Connect to network with Microsoft and other partners that can unlock new opportunities for your business. Over 10,000 meetings were scheduled at last year’s conference.
• Last but not least, don’t miss a huge Partner Celebration that will close the conference on July 12 at world famous Coors Field!

Registration is now open! This is a "can't miss" event for any Microsoft partner. Last year’s conference sold-out, so register today and join us in Denver at Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference 2007! 

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David