💜Bobby and Savanna are back with a brand-new podcast adventure, joined by all our favorite friends! This is your go-to space for fun, lighthearted conversations on exciting educational topics—just like catching up with your BFFs over coffee. ☕️✨ Each season, we’ll dive into different areas of the Microsoft Community, bringing on some of our favorite buds to share insights, stories, and maybe even a few laughs along the way! 😆🎙️ We can’t wait for you to join in on the fun—so tune in and let’s ...
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Season 3 Episode 2: "Tariffs & Turbulence: How AI is Reshaping Global Trade Strategy"
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45:24In this episode, we dig into one of the most complex, and critical, areas of global operations: trade compliance. From shifting regulations to data silos, compliance has become a growing challenge for today’s supply chains. But with the power of AI and Microsoft Copilot, businesses have a real opportunity to turn chaos into clarity. We explore: ☑️ …
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies Season 3 Episode 1: "Welcome to the Intelligent Era"
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31:57🎙️ Welcome to a brand-new season of Dynamic Podcast Buddies! This season, we’re diving headfirst into one of the most transformative forces in tech: Artificial Intelligence. In this kickoff episode, Bobby and Savanna wade into the wide world of AI—exploring where it all began, where Microsoft is headed, and how real businesses are already putting A…
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies: Season 2 Episode 5 ‘Navigating Ongoing Licensing Changes’
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36:24☑️ Big shifts are happening in the world of Dynamics 365 licensing—are you ready? In this episode, we’re joined by licensing guru Bill Davies as we unpack everything you need to know to stay ahead of the curve, including: 🟣 The latest October 2024 updates 🟣 License management improvements you should be using 🟣 Key changes you might’ve missed 🟣 Expe…
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies: Season 2 Episode 4: 'Modern ERP Moves: The GP User’s Guide to What’s Next’
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28:40Still running on Dynamics GP? It might be time to consider your next move. In this episode, we explore the real risks of staying on a legacy system—from rising support costs to integration challenges—and why so many organizations are making the shift to Dynamics 365 Business Central or Finance & Operations. We’ll cover: Modern functionality you’re …
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies Season 2 Episode 3 "Small Biz, Big Power: Unlocking Business Central Licensing & Integration"
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies Season 2 Episode 2: "The F&O Formula: Getting Smart with Your Licensing Spend"
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies Season 2 Episode 1: "Introduction to D365 Licensing"
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12:41In this episode, we’re taking a quick look back at our favorite Season 1 moments, then giving you a sneak peek at what’s ahead—deep dives into Microsoft Dynamics 365 licensing across Finance & Operations (FO), Business Central (BC), GP, and more. We’ll break down what’s changing, what it means for your business, and how to stay ahead of the curve i…
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies Bonus Episode: Unlocking the Power of Events with Dynaway Connect and DynamicsCon
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50:56🎙️ BONUS Episode Alert: The Power of Events in the Dynamics Community! 💜Before we dive into season two, the Buddies decided to do a bonus episode where we discuss all things events - why they matter, how they can benefit you, and what exciting conferences are on the horizon! ☑️ Why Attend Events? We break down the key benefits, from networking with…
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies: Season 1 Episode 3: ‘Red Flags to Watch For: Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Partner Selection’
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41:00🏁 🎙️ Start your engines – it’s time for the Season 1 finale of Dynamic Podcast Buddies! In this episode, we’re joined by the Ricky to our Bobby – Rick Wood of Ellipse Solutions! 🚩🚩We’re shifting gears to talk about red, green, and even yellow flags when searching for a Microsoft Dynamics partner. We cover: 🏎️ The key factors to consider when choosi…
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies: Season 1 Episode 2: "What to Look for in a Dynamics Partner: Key Criteria for Success"
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27:16🎙️ Episode 2 of the Dynamic Podcast Buddies is LIVE! And this time, we’re chatting with a close buddy of ours – Reed Houston from TrueCommerce! 💜 Reed spills the tea on what really matters when working with partners from an ISV’s perspective – because let’s be honest, a great partner relationship is worth its weight in gold! We dive into: ✔️ How to…
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Dynamic Podcast Buddies: Season 1 Episode 1: "The Perfect Match: Aligning Your Business Goals with Your Dynamics Partner"
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50:44🎉In our very first 'official' episode, we’re kicking things off with a special buddy—Beau Schwieso! Here, we’re diving into: ✨ Career aspirations and the path to success ✨ What makes a great Dynamics partner (and how to keep the relationship strong!) ✨ A little Swifty talk for all the fellow fans 🎶 ✨ And just in time for Valentine’s Day, some relat…
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🎙️ Hey there, Buddies! 🎙️ Bobby and Savanna are back with a brand-new podcast adventure, joined by all our favorite friends! This is your go-to space for fun, lighthearted conversations about exciting educational topics—just like chatting with your BFFs over coffee. ☕️ In our very first episode, we’re keeping it strictly bus—scratch that, we mean F…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty Eight: D365 Tech Connect: Insider Perspective
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36:29🎧Tune in to this episode of Ellipse Unsealed with Ellipse Solutions’ very own Denis Guryev! Denis shares his journey at Ellipse, along with memorable moments from past D365 Tech Connect conferences. 💡Get an insider’s perspective on all things D365 Tech Connect, including a sneak peek into Denis’s upcoming session and other standout topics, from Cop…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty Seven: Tech Connect & DynCon Virtual
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31:49🎙️ In this episode, we’re thrilled to be joined by Brianna Sierra, Member Manager at Dynamics User Group! Brianna gives us a sneak peek at this year’s DynCon Virtual—why you should register, the sessions you won’t want to miss (especially for D365 FO users), and all the exciting things to look forward to. 🌟We also explore what makes D365 Tech Conne…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty Six: Summit Stories & Tech Connect Glories
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36:53Welcome to this special episode, where we dive into the excitement of Community Summit NA and look ahead to D365 Tech Connect! Join special guest Rachel Profitt as she shares her personal experiences, favorite moments, and takeaways from Summit—from standout sessions to unforgettable encounters. We'll discuss what makes Tech Connect unique and why …
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty Five: D365 Tech Connect: Attendee Experience
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31:44In this episode, we’re taking you inside D365 Tech Connect from the attendee’s perspective! 🎙️ We’ve brought on past attendees Jody Cronk and Chris Kean to share their experiences, what they love most about the event, and why they keep coming back year after year. From invaluable takeaways to personal highlights, they’ll give you the scoop on what …
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty Nine: The EDI Edge True Commerce, D365, and Beyond
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37:35🗝Discover how businesses can leverage EDI for success, the advantages over competitors, and insights into when it's time for a business to implement EDI. Plus, Reed shares the benefits of working with partners, specifically why he loves working with Ellipse Solutions!💜 🌟We also share our opinions on the city of hills, AKA the “Steel City”, aka Pitt…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty Four: Ghosts, Ghouls, & Summit Goals
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53:16Get ready for a spine-tingling special episode of Ellipse Unsealed as we dive into the world of the paranormal with spooky guests Mary Myers from WorldMax and Rebekah Black, co-host of the Haunted AF podcast. Based in Texas, Rebekah and her co-host share eerie personal stories of the supernatural, setting the perfect scene as we approach Summit jus…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty Three: Inside Tech Fluent: Building a Community
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36:14In this episode, we sit down with Mo from Tech Fluent to dive deep into the vision and mission behind the organization. We discuss the history of Tech Fluent, its role in fostering a supportive community, and the exciting future plans for growth. From office hours to the upcoming Summit, get an inside look at how Tech Fluent is empowering individua…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty One: D365 Retro Rewind
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30:34🎧 Tune in to this groovy episode of Ellipse Unsealed! We’re hanging with Monica Hoyer from Emfluence and Steve Chinsky from Accelerynt, who are totally amped to sponsor our "D365 Retro Rewind" Networking Party at Summit, alongside Netstock and Sana who are also sponsoring! 🪩We’re throwing the ultimate throwback bash on October 16th, from 8-11 PM at…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Fourty: Summit Spotlight: Your Guide to Summit NA 2024
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29:48🎉 There’s truly no better way to celebrate our 40th podcast episode than with our first ever guest, Cam Sessinger!! 🎙️ It was a pleasure having her back on the pod, where she gives us the what’s what for the 2024 Summit NA in San Antonio, Texas. Cam shows us an insider's look at the new activities on the agenda and highlights all the exciting event…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty Eight: D365 Recruiting: Connecting with Clients and Trends
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40:21Join hosts Savanna Ball and Bobby Small as they introduce Zak Marklew of Nigel Frank to the Ellipse Unsealed podcast, where he shares his valuable experience in the recruiting world. In this episode, we explore how to collaborate effectively with end-client CFOs, CTOs, and IT managers, align resources, and discuss post-COVID market trends in the Mi…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty Seven: Customer Story: Jacob Stern
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37:04🎙Join us as we welcome David Geier from Jacob Stern and Mikko Hytönen of Dooap to the Ellipse Unsealed Podcast! ✍In this insightful episode, we dive into the world of Accounts Payable (AP) automation. Discover the story of Jacob Stern and their journey toward financial efficiency and the unique challenges they faced along with how AP automation tra…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty Six: The Scoop on MSDW
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38:51In this episode we sit down with Adam Berezin of MS Dynamics World where he chats about how he and his partner, Jason Gumpert, first thought of this company, the growth it has seen in the past 16 years, the role of subscribers, sponsors, and contributors, his favorite thing about MSDW and so much more!…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty-five: Experts on Experlogix and Elevate
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38:00🌟In this episode we welcome our guest expert, Jordan Martinez of Experlogix! Here, we dive into what Experlogix does, the importance of ISV and Partner relationships, and the upcoming Elevate conference hosted by Experlogix that Ellipse Solutions will be sponsoring! ✍Register for Elevate - https://elevate.experlogix.com/products/tickets.html 👀Past …
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty-four: Josh Knox, Microsoft MVP
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48:11In this episode we welcome Josh Knox to the podcast where he chats about his beginnings in D365 consulting along with many of his endeavors including: 🟣His new book - https://a.co/d/cUyo5Rv 🟣Living abroad 🟣Blog posts - https://iamjoshknox.com/ 🟣And more!By Ellipse Solutions
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty-three: Chris Winstanley - TMS
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41:45In this episode, we welcome back Ellipse Unsealed veteran, Chris Winstanley of NMB Solutions! This is Chris' THIRD time on the pod (we obviously love to chat with this guy!) Here, we talk about what NMB Solutions is truly all about and dive into subjects including:🟣How ISV's bring value to the community🟣NMB Solutions Transportation Management niche…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty-two: Tad Dockstader Conference - Tips and Tricks
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44:17This week on the Ellipse Unsealed podcast we are joined by Microsoft community enthusiast, Tad Dockstader of Kurt J. Lesker Company. Here, Tad shares with us some tips and tricks for speakers and first time attendees at DynamicsCon Live, including: ⭐Creating a session schedule ⭐Organizing a plan with your group ⭐Speaker protocol ⭐And more!…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty-one: DynCon Live Preview
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42:49In this episode we are joined by Denise Johnson and Ryan Harris of Dynamics User Group! With DynamicsCon Live being less than 20 days away, it seems like the event is all the buzz! We're excited to have had the opportunity to sit down with the lady behind all of the planning and hard work for this wonderful event! Check out the pod for just a short…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Thirty: Elif Item
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39:12In our THIRTIETH episode, we welcome Elif Item, MCT, MVP back to the Ellipse Unsealed podcast! During our time together we chat about why ongoing training is important and its affordable ROI, along with upcoming events such as DynCon Live, Summit, TechFluent, and more!By Ellipse Solutions
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Twenty-nine: Quintin Hunkin Discusses D365
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38:17In this episode, we welcome Quintin Hunkin, former Hoosier, music enthusiast, and Technical Specialist at Microsoft, onto the Ellipse Unsealed stage! During our time together we were able to have a fun chat discussing items including: 🟣Dynamics 365 Updates 🟣Some of the best ways to utilize Copilot 🟣Hidden gems and Microsoft resources for users…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Twenty-eight: Candyce Edelen’s Guide to LinkedIn Marketing
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45:26In this episode of Ellipse Unsealed we talk about all of the benefits LinkedIn has to offer in the marketing world, along with optimizing your experience as a company and individual. Candyce. Edelen, Marketing expert and CEO/President of PropelGrowth offers some tips and tricks including: 🟣How to best curate your feed 🟣Increasing your reach 🟣Qualit…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Twenty-seven: The Mystery of Nostra-Gonzalo
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45:19In this episode, we are joined by our very own Gonzalo Garcia, AKA 'GG' 😉 Here, he tells the tale of how his passion for programming began with a video game, his first jobs in IT/Dynamics, as well as his journey at Ellipse Solutions.⭐ Fun fact: Gonzalo has a history of predicting the future of Ellipse, so make sure to listen 'til the end to see wha…
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode Twenty-six: Digging into DynCon Live
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25:18In this episode of the Ellipse Unsealed podcast, we are joined by Ryan Harris, Marketing Manager at Dynamics User Group (DUG), where we dig into what to expect at the upcoming DynamicsCon Live in Denver, Colorado this May! From our conversation, it sounds like DUG has a lot of fun things stashed up their sleeves, including the new virtual swag bag …
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Ellipse Unsealed Episode twenty-five: Who is Netstock?
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26:04In our 25th podcast episode, we sit down with Karen Wainwright of Netstock. During our time together we discuss: 🟣Karen's Dynamics journey 🟣Who Netstock is, what they do, and why Karen is so passionate about them 🟣Upcoming events 🟣And so much more! This is a jam-packed episode you won't want to miss out on!…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Twenty-four- Marketing Mania
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38:18In this episode, we are joined by Marie Wiese, CEO of Marketing CoPilot, where she shares with us her expertise and knowledge on all things Marketing. In the era of artificial intelligence, we might forget just how important the human touch is in marketing and how to integrate that skillset with tools such as Copilot. We also discuss the importance…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Twenty-three- The Recruiters Paybook
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34:40On this episode, we welcome Ryan Carolan from across the pond where we start off the discussion with some football chatter... or is it soccer? Then we dive into the playbook that Ryan uses as an owner of his own recruitment company, Bond Patrick. We also focus on: 🟣State of recruiting in Dynamics: History bad to good 🟣LinkedIn profile level-ups 🟣…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Twenty-two - Public Sector/SLG and D365
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31:39Tune into our recent podcast episode with Ryan Dorrheim, Technical Specialist at Microsoft, where we dive into all things Public Sector. Ryan’s early career as a police officer shaped his passion for the public sector and he brings some valuable insight to the conversation. Join us as we discuss how artificial intelligence is continuously enhancing…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Twenty-one - Summit Roadshows
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17:27We welcome back Cameron Sessinger of Dynamics Communities to the podcast! In this episode, we dive into the newfound world of Summit Roadshows. If you haven't heard - these are free educational meetings that will be happening throughout the US in 2024. The first roadshow will be in Tampa Florida where our very own Bobby Small and Rick Wood will be …
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Twenty - AI and D365
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43:18Join us in our TWENTIETH PODCAST EPISODE as we dive into the realm of Artificial Intelligence - featuring hot topics including: 🌟Artificial Intelligence governance 🌟AI in Dynamics 365 🌟Why AI adoption is important Guest star Anthony Rucker, Principal Technical Specialist at Microsoft, provides a unique perspective in this discussion that you won’t …
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Nineteen - Ellipse Solutions Spotlight
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43:53You all know him, you all love him – Mr. Bobby Small! This time, we will go through his career journey & and learn about his beginnings in the technology world, how he made his way into the Microsoft Community, and more!By Ellipse Solutions
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Eighteen - Tech Fluent
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24:54On this episode of Ellipse Unsealed, we are joined by the lovely Liz McGlennen, founder of TechFluent! During our time together we dive into the backstory of TechFluent, the challenges faced along the way, and the goals they are setting for 2024.If you’re interested in supporting TechFluent, you can donate or volunteer at the below links. Volunteer…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Seventeen- New Years Resolutions
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45:22🎉🍾Happy New Years Ellipse Unsealed Listeners! In our FIRST episode of 2024, we sit down with business coach, Mark Musselman, where he shares his strategy on setting effective goals, how to keep up with them, as well as some inspiration to kick off the year.Https://www.meetup.com/blog/make-your-new-years-resolution-a-habit-that-sticks/…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Sixteen - Happy Holidays
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22:24🎄❄Happy Holidays from all of us at Ellipse Solutions! In our recent podcast episode, we welcome our very own Kelly Murphy, SHRM-CP on to talk about planning our holiday party, traditions, and some fun!By Ellipse Solutions
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Fifteen - Test, Testing, 123!
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26:14In our latest podcast episode, we are joined by James Farrier and Scott Boedigheimer of TheTestMart where we discuss the origin story of the company, how Microsoft supports them, and all things testing, including how to test the PERFECT cookie recipe! Sounds delicious, right?!By Ellipse Solutions
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Fourteen - Commerce, AI, & Stuff!
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37:16In this episode, we welcome Richard Lee of Pillar Support to the pod as we dive into Artificial Intelligence and discuss how we are utilizing it in our own lives, as well as what it looks like in the Commerce landscape. AI has been on the rise in the past year, and it's important to stay on top of it now and into 2024 as it continues to improve and…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Thirteen - Taxes and Allies
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39:38Just when you think you know everything about taxes... wait nobody knows anything about taxes! Hopefully this episode will help as we chat with Michelle Talada from Avalara. Learn about ⭐5 steps of managing sales tax compliance ⭐Details regarding nexus and exemptions ⭐And SO much more! At just under forty minutes we promise this episode will not be…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Twelve - Tech Connect Recap
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31:18We are excited to be joined by Jody Cronk from the City of Columbus to talk all about the recent Ellipse sponsored Tech Connect in Dayton Ohio. Tech Connect has been a mainstay at Ellipse Solutions for years and we most recently opened it up to end users to join for a few days of Microsoft Dynamics 365 technical education and networking!…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Eleven - Marketing to Millennials
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29:57Join us and superstar guest, Sam Bush, Senior Partner Marketing Manager at FloQast, as we discuss marketing concepts for today’s buying groups. Sam is extremely passionate about this topic and we learn a great deal about how buyers have evolved, where Millennials fit in, and if the professional MEME is dead. It is a swirl of purple and green br…
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Ellipse Unsealed: Episode Ten - Tech Connect Microsoft
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17:26In this podcast episode we sit down with the wicked smart developer Ian Jensen of Microsoft, where he gives a sneak peek of what he will be discussing during his session at this year’s D365 Tech Connect as well as our favorite roller coaster stories.By Ellipse Solutions
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