By attending the end of this session, you will: Learn more about the PUG program and what we’re all about. Learn how to get started and next steps Understand the resources available and how the User Group assists. Learn more about PUG leader best practices.

See how other’s use the product AT USER GOUPS, MEMBERS… Network with Peers More About Product See how other’s use the product Ask Questions 1 mn

We’ll encourage you to… Meet in-person monthly/quarterly Have a Member Showcase at every meeting Encourage roundtable discussions and networking Share knowledge, tips, and resources throughout the year Elect leadership Have fun!

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Next Steps Setup Leadership Set date, time & location Begin working on an agenda: pinpoint goals for the first meeting and choose topics to deliver Confirm Presenters Get the word out – website, twitter, and personal networks Execute on the first meeting! San Diego, September 2016

Positions within the User Group Community Meet locally Share globally Chairperson / Co-Chair VP of Membership VP of Programming VP of Communication Partner Support Microsoft Support

RESOURCES Local Online Community Private Leader Community Documentation Share Best Practices Ask Questions! Meeting in a Box - Coming Soon! Everything you need to successfully plan a meeting Content: http://aka.ms/diahanddiad Logistical Support Day of the Event Sponsors Speakers Monthly Call Recognition and Awards

Speakers Directory PUG Leaders can: Search by location, name, or topics Browse full list See credentials, experience and bio See prior presentations and recommendations

Volunteer Management Ability to create volunteer opportunities for each individual PUG Promote Speaker Opportunities Advertise Local Sponsorship Opportunities

Onsite Event Management Track attendance, membership and community activity Extensive reporting and management options available to PUG Leaders All events automatically feed into shared PUG Event List and Calendar

Event Promotion Upcoming PUG meetings listed on the home site Full list of Events and Shared Event Calendar Available Power BI Community Members will receive an email

Add Your Community Members We can help! Fill out the PUG Member Template Coordinate community post with a welcome email from PUG

Best Practices Plan Annually, Stay Consistent Location, Location, Location Agenda – Content is King Poll your members Member Showcases NO SALES

Meeting Day Best Practices Arrive Early Test A/V Name Badges Take Photos Networking Members should Sign In VP of Membership Return Roster

Questions?