The past two days, the Amsterdam RAI was the venue for Microsoft’s 2016-2017 Tech Summit. I attended this event as an expert, just like many of the other Dutch Microsoft MVPs who also received an invitation to staff.

On Thursday May 23, I headed for the Amsterdam RAI. Expecting little, I was surprised to see broad invitations to all attendees for the 5PM – 6 PM Ask the Experts reception in Hall 10.

On Thursday I performed several labs on demand. It’s great to have such an opportunity during events like this.

Since all presentations were being recorded and all slides are available through the Tech Community website after registration, this felt like the best way to spend my time. With the Azure Portal, Office 365 experience and Intune capabilities rapidly, I spent time doing labs in each of these areas.

Around five ‘o clock I made it back to Hall 10. The area was filling up pretty rapidly. I met with a lot of acquaintances and had wonderful conversations with a lot of people. 

All the Dutch MVPs attending the event gathered for a group picture at around 5:15 PM. At around 6 PM the fun was over and everybody headed home.

Friday May 24, I arrived at the Amsterdam RAI rather late. Friday was a beautiful day, so after the event, a couple of us went for diner in Amterdam. Beats the traffic, every time.

I was home late Friday night, but very satisfied.

Thank you!