Maximize selling with Microsoft and Marketplace ROI
Incentives, rewards, and WorkSpan's AI-powered automation. Most Microsoft partners are leaving money on the table — not because they lack commitment, but because selling with Microsoft workflows, incentive applications, and Microsoft Marketplace reward programs can seem complex and, therefore, are easy to deprioritize. Join us as we share real workflows used by partners who have closed over $5 billion in co-sell revenue with Microsoft. Cut through the noise and walk away with the knowledge you need to: Navigate selling with Microsoft end-to-end. Apply for Azure sponsorship most partners don’t know they qualify for Earn the Marketplace rewards that most partners miss Use AI to automate repetitive Partner Center tasks that slow your team down WorkSpan provides AI agents for sellers and partner managers through the WorkSpan.AI Marketplace and Co-sell Platform For Sellers: WorkSpan's in‑CRM AI drives earlier, smarter co‑sell actions. For Partner Managers: WorkSpan's AI‑powered insights help launch and scale Microsoft partnerships. How do I participate? Select Add to calendar to save the date, then click the Attend button to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A.* If you can’t make the live event, don’t worry. You can post questions in advance and catch up on the answers and insights later in the week. This session will be recorded and available on demand immediately after airing. It will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions and a recap of the Q&A will be available by the end of the week. * Don’t see the Attend button? Sign in to your Marketplace Tech Community account or register for the Tech Community and join the conversation!Why Azure belongs in your multicloud strategy
For software development companies building and selling through Microsoft Marketplace, a strong multicloud strategy can accelerate customer acquisition, increase deal size, and unlock new co-sell opportunities. Tune in to learn when and why Azure should be part of your strategy. Find out how to replicate solutions for Azure. Hear why Marketplace-aligned companies are able to move quickly using Microsoft tools, funding, and incentives. By the end of this event, Microsoft partners and cloud replication experts will help you understand: How Azure strengthens Marketplace success, including enterprise readiness, co-sell alignment, and scalable architecture. Microsoft funding programs and incentives available to Marketplace partners to help offset replication and modernization efforts. How to get started fast using tools like Azure Migrate or by working with an experienced replication partner. Practical next steps to turn replication and modernization into marketing qualified leads and long-term Marketplace momentum. This session is ideal for software development companies that sell—or plan to sell—through Microsoft Marketplace and want to grow faster by aligning their cloud strategy with Azure, Microsoft incentives, and partner-led execution. How do I participate? Select Add to calendar to save the date, then click the Attend button to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A.* If you can’t make the live event, don’t worry. You can post questions in advance and catch up on the answers and insights later in the week. This session will be recorded and available on demand immediately after airing. It will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions and a recap of the Q&A will be available by the end of the week. * Don’t see the Attend button? Sign in to your Marketplace Tech Community account or register for the Tech Community and join the conversation!Best practices for scaling Marketplace channel-led sales
Channel-led sales through Microsoft Marketplace are a critical strategy for software companies looking to scale partner-driven revenue. Get a closer look at how to activate channel opportunities using multiparty private offers (MPO). Learn when to leverage resale-enabled offers to expand partner reach. The team from Tackle will walk you through MPO fundamentals and best practices. Find out who MPO is designed for, how to enable partners and customers, and what to expect throughout the lifecycle—from offer creation to purchase and payouts. You’ll gain practical insights on structuring deals, supporting partner-led opportunities, and ensuring smooth transactions within Microsoft Marketplace. You'll also gain a better understanding of resale-enabled offers, so you know when they are the right model for enabling broader, repeatable partner sales and how they can support a scalable long-term channel strategy. Don't miss this chance to learn how to operationalize channel-led sales in Microsoft Marketplace and choose the right approach for partner-driven growth. How do I participate? Select Add to calendar to save the date, then click the Attend button to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A.* If you can’t make the live event, don’t worry. You can post questions in advance and catch up on the answers and insights later in the week. This session will be recorded and available on demand immediately after airing. It will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions and a recap of the Q&A will be available by the end of the week. * Don’t see the Attend button? Sign in to your Marketplace Tech Community account or register for the Tech Community and join the conversation!AI-powered automation for Marketplace private offers and IP co-sell
Tune in to learn how software development companies can use AI‑powered automation to simplify buying through Microsoft Marketplace, streamline Microsoft Marketplace private offers, and maximize the effectiveness of co-selling opportunities. Join Jon Yoo, Co-Founder & CEO at Suger, as he explores how reducing operational friction in Partner Center can help you accelerate deal velocity, improve collaboration with Microsoft sellers, and drive Azure adoption. What you will learn: How to simplify Microsoft Marketplace private offers by automating the connection between your customer relationship management (CRM) systems and Partner Center, enabling faster deal execution and a better buying experience. How to improve Microsoft IP co‑sell engagement with automated referral validation, accurate account targeting, and stronger alignment with Microsoft sellers. How AI helps accelerate Azure adoption and partner success by reducing Marketplace complexity, improving data accuracy, and scaling go‑to‑market operations. How do I participate? Select Add to calendar to save the date, then click the Attend button to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A.* If you can’t make the live event, don’t worry. You can post questions in advance and catch up on the answers and insights later in the week. This session will be recorded and available on demand immediately after airing. It will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions and a recap of the Q&A will be available by the end of the week. * Don’t see the Attend button? Sign in to your Marketplace Tech Community account or register for the Tech Community and join the conversation!Inside Azure IP co-sell: What high-performing software developers do differently
Get an insider’s view of what truly moves the needle for Microsoft Marketplace and Microsoft Azure IP co‑sell success. Guest speaker Barbara Treviño breaks down the signals Microsoft prioritizes when assessing submission strength—helping software development companies understand what great looks like across architecture, messaging, evidence, and sequencing. You’ll learn why high‑performing software development companies approach readiness differently, and how that difference translates directly into smoother approvals and stronger GTM impact. We'll also unpack the most common pitfalls that delay or derail Marketplace and Azure IP co‑sell progress, along with practical tips for aligning your solution, documentation, and customer proof with Microsoft’s expectations. You'll see how to turn Marketplace and co-sell into growth accelerators, not administrative hurdles, with guidance informed by Labra’s multi‑hyperscaler experience supporting partners through SCAP‑M. We'll end with live Q&A and recommended next steps for those who want hands‑on help refining or submitting their offer. How do I participate? Select Add to calendar to save the date, then click the Attend button to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A.* If you can’t make the live event, don’t worry. You can post questions in advance and catch up on the answers and insights later in the week. This session will be recorded and available on demand immediately after airing. It will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions and a recap of the Q&A will be available by the end of the week. * Don’t see the Attend button? Sign in to your Marketplace Tech Community account or register for the Tech Community and join the conversation!AI-powered acceleration: scale faster on Microsoft Marketplace
Go beyond the basics of listing and explore what truly drives velocity. For SaaS companies, the Microsoft Marketplace is no longer just a procurement convenience, it’s a strategic revenue engine. Yet while publishing a listing is simple, reaching that first transaction quickly is what separates software development companies who scale from those who stall. Dive into operational readiness, CRM-native automation, seller engagement, trust signals, and AI-enabled acceleration. Whether you're just getting started or looking to optimize your Marketplace motion, this session will provide you with information that will turn your first sale into a repeatable growth engine. What we will cover Accelerate your launch. Learn how embedded deep links and guided tasks cut down publishing time from weeks to hours. Ask AI, get answers. Find out how to access expert marketplace knowledge 24/7; no docs, no guesswork. Stay on track. See how automated roadmaps and adaptive progress tracking keep you from missing critical steps. Ready to turn your sales into repeatable growth engine? Join us December 4 at 9:00 AM PST to learn more and ask questions. How do I participate? Select Add to calendar to save the date, then click the Attend button to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A.* If you can’t make the live event, don’t worry. You can post questions in advance and catch up on the answers and insights later in the week. * Don’t’ see the Attend button? Sign in to your Marketplace Tech Community account or Register for the Tech Community and join the conversation! Where do I post my questions? Scroll to the bottom of this page and select Comment. This session will be recorded and available on demand immediately after airing. It will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions and a recap of the Q&A will be available by the end of the week.How to structure your Microsoft Partner Center account for long term success
A well-defined Microsoft Partner Center account is critical for smooth operations, marketplace success, and an overall better experience in the portal. But with multiple configuration options, identifiers, and account relationships to understand, it’s easy to get lost in the details. In this discussion, we’ll walk through how to set up and organize your Microsoft Partner Center account for operational efficiency and marketplace success. What we will cover Understand account structures and publisher configurations Working with important identifiers used in account management and support scenarios Scenarios and best practices for long-term successful management of your accounts By the end, you’ll know exactly how to structure your Microsoft Partner Center account so that it supports your organization’s needs today and scales with you as you grow in the Microsoft ecosystem. Ready to optimize your Partner Center account? Join us November 4th at 9:00 AM PST to learn more and ask questions. How do I participate? Select “Add to calendar” to save the date, then click the “Attend” button to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A. If you can’t make the live event, don’t worry. You can post your questions in advance and catch up on the answers and insights later in the week. This session will be recorded and available on demand immediately after airing. Where do I post my questions? Scroll to the bottom of this page and select “Comment.” This event will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions and a recap of the Q&A will be available by the end of the week.
