Whew—May is full. And I wouldn’t have it any other way.

We kick things off in Washington, DC, where I’ll be joining fellow members of ACT | The App Association for our annual fly-in, AppCon. It’s a week where small and medium-sized business owners like me get to make our voices heard—literally. After reconnecting with old friends and getting briefed on the latest policy issues affecting tech businesses, we head to the Hill. We’ll meet with Senators, Representatives, and their staff to share stories from our businesses and advocate for the issues that matter most. I’ve been doing this for more than a decade (maybe two?), and it’s always a highlight.

Next stop: Chicago for DynamicsCon LIVE. This one’s like a family reunion—but with the family I choose. I’ll be presenting two sessions at this community-driven event full of Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform goodness.

• First up: “Is it Copilot for Sales or Sales Copilot? You Can Have Both!” We’ll dig into the differences (and how to use both to boost productivity).
• Then we go full nerd (my happy place) with “Revolutionizing App Development with Microsoft’s Visual Designer and Copilot” This one’s demo-heavy, so fingers crossed for smooth sailing.
• I’m also on a panel the last day, all about Copilot. “Ask the Experts - Copilot!”

After a quick reboot at home, I jet off to Valencia, Spain for Resco Next. It’s my first time attending, but I’ve heard amazing things. My session here is all about something close to my heart—community. We’ll talk about how professional communities shape us, support us, and how we can intentionally grow and sustain them.

And finally, I wrap the month in Slovenia at DynamicsMinds—one of my favorite events ever. It’s beautifully run, packed with learning, and full of that magic combo: good people and good content. My talk here is about certifications (spoiler alert: they’re not just shiny badges—they open doors). And I’m thrilled that a few of my former students—part of our reskilling program for displaced Ukrainians—will be there in person.

Buckle up, May! It's going to be a ride—and I can’t wait. Catch me at any of these events, or reach out online if you want to nerd out about Copilot, certifications, or what makes a great conference (hint: community!).