New Partner Programs help you gain the competitive edge!

At Sage Summit we launched some exciting new partner programs including the Sage Academy Plus program to help our partners continue to develop skill sets, capture opportunities, and drive results. Make sure to review and take advantage of these new programs!

Sage Academy Plus

Sage Academy Plus is not just your standard Sage Academy training course, but an extended six-month intensive program that offers substantial benefits for those interested in enhancing their sales, marketing, and consulting organization.

In addition to registration for a Sage Academy of your choice (Sage Sales Academy, Sage Marketing Academy, or Sage Consulting Academy), Sage Academy Plus program participants will also receive the following benefits:

The program fee is $2,000, and you can earn back the entire $2,000 cost of this program by simply making incremental sales! In addition, you may register multiple employees, and double or triple your benefits!

For more information on this program, read the Sage Academy Plus Overview. To register, please fill out the Sage Academy Plus Application Form and Participant Agreement and return it to [email protected].

Updated: FY14 Dates for Sage Academy and Sage Academy Plus

Note: The duration of this program is six months and begins on the first day of class for the academy selected.

Sage Academy—Three Options: Sales, Marketing, Consulting

Gain a competitive edge by learning to generate valuable leads, sell more effectively, and consult with confidence. Each of these sessions is led by industry experts who have a proven track record of helping Sage partners grow their businesses. The academies run three to four days, depending on the course.

To encourage more partner attendance to these valuable sessions, we have lowered the registration fee to only $1,000 (50% savings). Refer to the schedule above. To register, go to: www.SageU.com

Firm of the Future

This two-day symposium is dedicated to the possibility that a professional organization can be run more effectively when it becomes a knowledge firm rather than a service firm. The Firm of the Future features Ron Baker of the Vera Sage Institute and Ed Kless, Sage senior director of partner development and strategy.

New! The Firm of the Future will include two Peer Group calls at 30 days and 90 days after the course to connect partners and share their business transformation progress.

Registration fee is $2,000. To register, go to: www.SageU.com

Sage Partner Alliance Program

We are increasing the investment and focus on influencer channels, including the accountant and CPA community through the Sage Accountants Network (SAN). Become a member of the Sage Partner Alliance Program to receive SAN member alignments and create strong referral opportunities.

For details on eligibility requirements or to be added to the interest list, contact: [email protected]

Alliance Workshop

Learn how to develop, market, and maximize your alliance program and develop a strong referral source. This new fast-paced, interactive, online workshop will be facilitated by Geni Whitehouse, CPA, author, and industry expert.

This workshop is open to all partners but is required for partners participating in the Sage Partner Alliance Program. The first Alliance Workshop will be held in October 2013. To reserve your spot now, contact: [email protected].

Business Strategy Workshop (for Customers and Partners)

This interactive one-day workshop is dedicated to the possibility that even small organizations can create and execute meaningful strategic plans. Creating a well-defined strategy is hard work and not for everyone, as it requires us to begin to say “no” to stuff we usually say “yes” to.

Ed Kless, senior director of partner development and strategy, will facilitate this workshop, which is applicable to customers and partners.

Dates will be announced soon! Partner registration fee is $50. The workshop is free for customers and for partners who bring their customers. For more information, contact: [email protected]

Cross-Sell Webcast Series

There are significant revenue opportunities within your existing customer base. Learn how to identify these opportunities, position the right Sage solutions, and cross sell effectively. Join the new monthly Cross-Sell Webcast Series starting October 2013. Details for registration will be made available prior to the first session.

Weekly Sage Partner Podcast

Be in the spotlight through a weekly, five-minute Sage Partner Podcast! Sage will be selecting and interviewing partners who will share best practices around how they are growing their business and solving customer business issues. Podcasts will be posted and made available online. Sign up by contacting [email protected].

Be sure to take a look at all the new programs and resources that are available, and take advantage of the opportunities they afford.

View the new Sage Partner Advantage Program Guide