About Us

IAMCP was formed in 1994 to provide Partners a greater voice into Microsoft and to facilitate mutual growth and business development.

We have members and chapters worldwide. Chapters are organized and led by member volunteers in cities around the world.  Chapter membership fosters personal relationships that lead to mutual business opportunities.  The large number of member companies provides a rich array of non-competing service providers with whom you can offer an expanded portfolio to your clients.  It also provides a great opportunity for those member companies without direct Microsoft Partner Account Management to work more closely with the local Microsoft office.

10 Reasons to Join

1. Provide a strong voice locally, nationally and internationally to influence Microsoft partner and marketing programs
IAMCP is a respected source of partner feedback to Microsoft at all levels – international, national, regional, district and local.  Our members, both individually and through IAMCP, offer partner perspectives on Microsoft programs, initiatives, and strategies that impact our businesses daily and give us an opportunity to guide and shape the creation of programs.

2. Receive early knowledge of Microsoft’s programs and directions
Advance knowledge of Microsoft’s initiatives lets IAMCP members align their business early enough to be delivering on the day of launch.

3. Get early access to training at reduced costs
Microsoft recognizes IAMCP members as valued partners who have made an investment in Microsoft technologies and practices.  In return, Microsoft reciprocates and offers early access to training at significantly reduced rates.

4. Work more closely with Microsoft in engaging their field staff
Many partners find Microsoft a challenging organization in which to navigate.  IAMCP members have substantial experience working with Microsoft at many levels and work with new members to help them find their way.

5. Receive mentoring to elevate your partner status
Both Microsoft and IAMCP are dedicated to growing IAMCP members’ businesses.  We work with members to help them join the partner community and advise them on ways to become a locally managed partner.

6. Leverage Microsoft’s brand through the IAMCP and differentiate your company
Microsoft is a brand name recognized around the world.   Leveraging this brand through the IAMCP can establish your firm as an elite IT provider with unparalleled access to Microsoft.

7. Gain access to business best practices
IAMCP provides information and experts to assist members in areas outside of technical development including legal, marketing, financial, human resources, health care and other areas of concern to business owners and managers.

8. Broaden your solution offerings through partnering
Many clients desire a single point of contact for managing IT efforts.  However, most partners focus on one or two key delivery areas.  IAMCP fosters partnering among members as a way to expand service offerings while focusing on core competencies.

9. To build community relationships and develop business opportunities
Since business is based on trust, IAMCP members foster a community built on mutual understanding and respect.  The relationships among members and Microsoft representatives enhance visibility and encourage referrals for business opportunities.
 
10. Bill Gates is a member; you should be too!