Connect with the Microsoft Partner Community at Vibe 2.0
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Intended Audience: Microsoft Partners
Some of the most useful conversations in the Microsoft Partner ecosystem happen when Partners have a chance to get in the same room.
Maven Collective Marketing’s 2026 Microsoft Partner Global Benchmarking & Success Index uncovered that 85% of Microsoft Partners attend at least one in-person event annually. For an ecosystem built around partnerships, that face time gives organizations a chance to compare experiences, meet potential collaborators, and stay connected to what’s happening outside their own businesses.
PartnerIn Vibe 2.0 creates another opportunity to do exactly that.
Taking place September 21–23, 2026, in the Salt Lake City Area, Utah, Vibe 2.0 brings Microsoft Partners together for three days of professional development, peer-led education, and networking.
What is PartnerIn?
What is Vibe 2.0?
Vibe 2.0 is PartnerIn’s peer-to-peer professional development event created exclusively for Microsoft Partners across the product stack. Workshops, roundtables, panels, keynotes, and networking events give Partners plenty of opportunities to learn from one another throughout the three-day event.
What Can Microsoft Partners Expect at Vibe 2.0?
The Vibe 2.0 agenda leaves plenty of room for discussion.
PartnerIn describes the educational programming as ranging from 100 to 400-level learning, with evening events dedicated to what it calls “500-level networking.” Sessions are complemented by roundtables, workshops, receptions, and community gatherings throughout the event.
This format gives attendees opportunities to dig into topics relevant to their work, hear how other Partners are approaching similar challenges, and continue those conversations outside the session rooms.
Programming begins on Monday, September 21, with sessions and roundtables followed by a Microsoft keynote and mixer. Tuesday includes another full day of educational sessions, roundtables, and an evening keynote and event. Sessions continue through Wednesday afternoon before Vibe 2.0 wraps up.
Who Should Attend PartnerIn Vibe 2.0?
PartnerIn Vibe 2.0 is designed for professionals working across the Microsoft Partner ecosystem, including:
- ISVs
- VARs
- MSPs
- TSPs
- Systems Integrators
- Consulting organizations
- Channel Development Leaders
- Alliance and Business Development Executives
Bringing different types of Microsoft Partners together opens the door to conversations that may not happen within the usual circles. An ISV may meet a potential implementation partner. An MSP may find a new solution for its customers. Alliance and business development leaders can connect with organizations that complement their existing offerings.
Start the Week with She's a Vibe
Before the main Vibe 2.0 programming gets underway, PartnerIn is hosting She’s a Vibe on the morning of September 21 in partnership with The WIT Network.
The half-day program covers topics affecting women in technology through breakout sessions, professional development, and networking. The event is open to all genders.
She’s a Vibe concludes with a keynote from Beth Leonard, Chief Operating Officer at R3, who will share her personal story and lessons on resilience, risk, authenticity, and leadership.
Who Will Microsoft Partners Hear From at Vibe 2.0?
AI features prominently in this year’s keynote lineup, alongside conversations about leadership and the changing Microsoft Partner landscape.
Fede Pacheco, Director, Partner Marketing Strategy, AI Business Solutions at Microsoft, will deliver Monday’s Vibe keynote. His session looks at how AI agents are changing customer conversations and how Partners can help customers move from individual AI use cases toward broader business value.
On Tuesday, Chris Huntingford, Chief AI Officer at Cloud Lighthouse, will take the stage to talk about the current state of AI, what it means for the Microsoft ecosystem, and how professionals can continue building relevant skills as the technology changes.
Together with Beth Leonard’s She’s a Vibe keynote, the speakers bring a mix of Microsoft insight, Partner experience, and leadership perspectives to the event.
Where is PartnerIn Vibe 2.0?
All Vibe 2.0 and She’s a Vibe programming takes place at the Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Provo, Utah.
PartnerIn mentions the destination as the Salt Lake City area, but the event itself is approximately 48 miles south of Salt Lake City International Airport. Provo Airport is only a few miles from the venue, so it’s worth checking flights into Provo when planning your trip. However, Flight options are more limited, but the shorter trip to the hotel could make it a convenient choice.
Make the Most of Your Time in Utah
Explore Downtown Provo
Downtown Provo is home to local restaurants, shops, arts, and entertainment, with plenty to explore within a relatively compact area.
Brigham Young University is also nearby and has several museums open to visitors, including collections focused on art, paleontology, and life sciences.
Whether you have an open evening or add a day to your trip, there are easy options close to the event without travelling back toward Salt Lake City.
Get Outside in Utah
September is also a good time to experience some of the scenery surrounding Provo.
Provo Canyon is a short drive from the city and offers access to trails, parks, and Bridal Veil Falls. Sundance Mountain Resort is also nearby, with mountain activities, dining, and scenic views of the Wasatch Range.
A little time outside can be a welcome change of pace after a few days of sessions and networking.
What to Do with What You Learn at Vibe
A few days at an industry event can leave you with a full notebook, new contacts, and more ideas than you’ll realistically have time to pursue.
Before getting pulled back into day-to-day work, take some time to sort through what you heard and decide what deserves a follow-up.
Which conversations should continue? Did you meet a potential Partner or referral connection? Were there topics that kept coming up across different sessions? Did anything you heard change how you’re thinking about your Microsoft strategy, customers, or priorities for the year ahead?
At Maven Collective Marketing, staying active in the Microsoft Partner community helps us keep close to those conversations. It gives our team another perspective on what Partners are working through, where priorities are shifting, and which opportunities are getting attention across the ecosystem.
The value of an event often continues well after everyone heads home. Following up with the right people and acting on a few useful ideas can turn a few days away from the office into something your team continues to benefit from.
Join the Microsoft Partner Community at Vibe 2.0
PartnerIn Vibe 2.0 takes place September 21–23, 2026, at the Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Provo, Utah.
With peer-led sessions, Microsoft and Partner perspectives, and plenty of time built into the agenda to meet others across the ecosystem, Vibe 2.0 offers Microsoft Partners a few days to get out of their usual routines and into conversations with the wider Partner community.
Learn more about PartnerIn Vibe 2.0 and register for the event.
