DUG Meetup: Minnesota - D365, Power Platform, & AI

3:00 PM — Welcome + Community Updates + Call for Speakers
3:05 PM — What Changed in the Dynamics 365 Release Plan (and What You Actually Need to Know) | Tad Thompson (Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft)
The release plan changed. Tad's breaking down what's different, how your team should actually be consuming it now, and what F&O and Dynamics customers need to do differently because of it. No fluff, just what matters.
3:30 PM - Quick Break
3:35 PM — Copilot Studio Isn't a Chatbot Anymore: Building Real Agents | Justin Trantham, Co-Founder @ FlowDevs / Prime Automator
Justin's not doing an AI news recap. He's building a real agent live, tools, MCP, workflow, and human oversight included, so you walk away with something you can actually build, not just something you heard about.
4:05 PM — Open Discussion / Q&A
4:30 PM — Optional Happy Hour / Continued Networking @ Smack Shack Bloomington

### What to Expect

We're planning another great mix of topics across the Microsoft Business Applications ecosystem, including areas like:
Dynamics 365 (CRM + ERP)
Power Platform
Copilot and AI
Data and reporting
Integrations
Governance and adoption
Real-world lessons learned
As always, the goal is practical, community-driven learning you can actually use.

### Interested in Presenting or Sponsoring?

We're continuing to build out the FALL 2026 calendar and would love to hear from you.
🎤 Want to Present?
We're looking for 30 to 45 minute sessions on CRM, ERP, Power Platform, AI/Copilot, governance, adoption, integrations, and real-world stories.
🏢 Interested in Sponsoring?
Sponsorship helps keep these events free, welcoming, and well-run. Reach out if you'd like to support an upcoming meetup.

### Stay Connected

💬 LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14440317/
📧 Email: D365TwinCities@Outlook.com

REGISTER HERE!
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Join us for Convergence 2026, Microsoft’s flagship event for the Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and AI business applications ecosystem, taking place December 8–11, 2026 in Miami, Florida.

Convergence brings together Microsoft product teams, industry leaders, partners, MVPs, and enterprise customers for an immersive week focused on how AI and Copilot are transforming modern business applications and ERP systems.

Attendees will get exclusive access to:

• Microsoft-led keynote sessions and roadmap insights across Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and AI
• 100+ breakout sessions and deep-dive workshops
• Partner readiness and strategy pre-day content
• Executive roundtables and real-world customer stories
• A dynamic expo hall featuring ISVs, partners, and solution providers
• Networking events, receptions, and community engagement opportunities

This event is designed for business leaders, IT professionals, solution architects, finance and operations leaders, supply chain experts, and Microsoft partners looking to stay ahead in the era of AI-driven enterprise transformation.

Whether you’re focused on Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain, Business Central, Customer Engagement, or Power Platform, Convergence delivers practical insights, real-world use cases, and direct access to Microsoft experts shaping the future of business applications.

Need a hotel room? Learn more about our hotel room block here!

Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and lead the future of intelligent enterprise. We hope to see you there!