1. GP User Group Information & Orientation
Connect Learn Share
By: Bob Buresh GPUG Membership Manager
July 17, 2014

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3. Agenda About GPUG Member Programs Navigating GPUG Membership Options
Questions?

4. Who is GPUG?
Founded in 2007
Officially recognized by Microsoft with an Alliance Agreement
The largest, independent group for users of Microsoft Dynamics® GP
Over 4,500 member organizations (15,000+ individual members)
Users
Microsoft
Partners

5. Why GPUG?
Learn about valuable Dynamics GP features that are sitting idle
Answers to Questions about your Dynamics GP software
Network with other users and share experiences
The GPUG Mission: Maximize value to individuals and companies using Dynamics GP.
The GPUG Vision:
Engage every individual and company using Dynamics GP in value-added networking and knowledge sharing opportunities.
MISSION WILL BE UNREADABLE FROM BACK OF ROOM. TOO MUCH TEXT ON SLIDE.

6. What do GPUG Members?
Learn
Connect
Share

7. What kind of Activities are there?
Learning
Events
Online Discussions
Educational Webinars
In Person Networking
Academy
Training
Over 400 Learning Opportunities & Educational Events annually!

8. What are the Webinar formats?
Over 200 webinars a year, all recorded for 24/7/365 access!
Workshop
Listen & Learn Presentations
Roundtable
Interactive Discussions
How2
Deep Dive
Conduit
Microsoft Feedback Session
Partner Showcase ISV Solutions
GPUG Huddle
Quarterly ½ day Session

9. Looking for users with similar interests? Special Interest Groups (SIG)
Industry
Role / Process
Product
Industry
Role / Process
Healthcare
Distribution/ Mfg.
Education
Non-Profit
Public Sector
Behavioral Health
Media & Entertainment
Mark Polino Roundtable
Data Base Admins
System Admins
Upgrades
Developers Unite!
New to GP
Multicurrency
Security
Builder Monday
BI/Reporting
CPM Friday
Field Service
HR/Payroll
SharePoint
SSRS Monday
CRM/GP
Healthcare
Distribution/ Manufacturing
Education
Field Service
Non-Profit
Public Sector
Sports
Behavioral Health
Mark Polino Roundtable
Data Base Admins
System Admins
Upgrades
Developers Unite!
New to GP

10. Too busy with no time for learning? Lunch & Learn Program
Second Tuesday of every month around lunchtime (EST) Webinars on popular topics by Subject Matter Experts: August 12: Hidden Gems of Microsoft Dynamics GP Reserve a room, bring in lunch, invite your GP user staff to attend
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11. Want education quickly?
A series of related educational webinars on a specific topic(s)
within a short time frame!
201 Beyond the Basics Series
1-2-3 Let’s Get Started

12. Meet locally Share globally
In Person Peer to Peer Networking
35+ Active Chapters in the U.S. & Canada
Dedicated Regional Chapter Communities Online
Boost Training and Professional Development
Earn CPE Credits!
FREE Registration for Premium Members

13. Interested to start your own Chapter? Contact Whitney@gpug.com
Western US
Central US
Eastern US
Global
Canada (Ontario)
Arizona (Phoenix)
Arizona (Tucson)
California (San Francisco)
California (Irvine)
Colorado (Denver)
Idaho (Boise)
Oregon (Portland)
Utah (Salt Lake City)
Washington (Seattle)
Illinois (Chicago)
Indiana (Indianapolis)
Kansas (Kansas City)
Louisiana (Covington)
Michigan (Detroit)
Minnesota (Minneapolis)
Missouri (St. Louis)
Nebraska
North Dakota (Fargo)
Tennessee (Nashville)
Texas (Austin)
Texas (Dallas)
Texas (Houston)
Wisconsin (Milwaukee)
Carolinas (Charlotte)
Florida (Ft Lauderdale)
Florida (North)
Florida (Tampa Bay)
Georgia (Atlanta)
Maryland (Baltimore)
Mid-Atlantic (Malvern)
New York (Upstate)
NY/NJ (New York City)
Ohio (Columbus)
Pennsylvania (Central)
Pennsylvania (Scranton)
Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh)
Washington, D.C.
Interested to start your own Chapter? Contact

14. Sample Chapter Meeting Format
Welcome & Introductions
Chapter Business, GPUG News & Events
Educational Session
Break
Networking/Roundtable Discussions

15. Want to take a Deep Dive? Distance Learning or Onsite Training
Live, hands-on training by expert instructors
Earn CPE Credit for all courses
25-30% Discount for GPUG Premium Members

16. Looking for career development? Professional Certificate Programs!

17. Need CPE Credits?
GPUG Academy - Distance Learning Courses GPUG Academy - Summit Pre-Conference Onsite Training GPUG Summit Conference - Sessions GPUG Regional Chapter Meetings - Sessions
Dynamic Communities is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website:

18. GPUG at Microsoft Convergence
March 4-7 | Atlanta, GA
Join GPUG!
GPUG at Microsoft Convergence
Breakout Sessions Friday, Mar. 7
Roundtable Discussions
Interactive Sessions
Microsoft Solutions Experience Center (Expo)
8 Sessions
40 Sessions
22 Sessions

19. gpugsummit.com $200 Discount for Premium Members
October 14-17, 2014 America’s Center – St. Louis, MO
Pre-conference Training - Oct 13-14
Experience Learning…..
Experience Networking…..
Experience It Together…..
$200 Discount for Premium Members
Over 500 registrants already!
Largest Conference dedicated solely to Dynamics GP Users!
gpugsummit.com

20. Got questions about Dynamics GP?
An exclusive online community to connect you with other Dynamics GP Users.

21. Interested to give back?
Share Your Knowledge. Hone Your Skills. Make a Difference!
Professional
Development
Career
Growth
Leadership
Skills

22. Why GPUG? User driven to help grow your GP knowledge
Endless learning, education & networking opportunities
Largest Dynamics GP community of users by users
Unlimited Educational resources for your entire organization – one low fee!
Anonymous attendance to GPUG events – no outside solicitation or marketing.
Numerous opportunities for professional development & career growth!

23. How much is a GPUG Membership
Premium Member
Small Business
1-9 GP Licenses
$400 USD/year
Mid-Market
10-49 GP Licenses
$700 USD/year
Enterprise
50+ GP Licenses
$950 USD/year
Access to All Webinars & Recorded Materials
Free Participation in Regional Chapter Meetings
Join Special Interest Groups
Full Access to GPUG Collaborate
Earn CPE Credits
$200 Registration Discount to GPUG Summit
25% Discount on GPUG Academy Training
And so much more!
Low cost resource for less than a typical consultant's fee for one day!

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25. Regional Chapter Coordinator
Who is your GPUG Team?
Bob Buresh
Kim Peterson
Laura Hoverson
Whitney Derks
Regional Chapter Coordinator
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Membership Manager
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GPUG Director
Program Coordinator
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THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING TODAY’S WEBINAR!!