DUG Chicago Meetup - March 19 @ Downers Grove Microsoft Office

Excited to Kick-off our first local DUG Meetup for 2026!

Join the Dynamics User Group (DUG) community for our first 2026 meetup — a half‑day of learning, collaboration, and practical insights across Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and AI.

Introductions & Welcome

Session 1: AI, Agents, and Autonomous ERP
Sandra Larrea (Microsoft)
A forward‑looking view into how AI and autonomous systems are reshaping ERP and business operations.

Session 2: Roundtable - Dynamics Release Waves
A focused, interactive discussion on the why, how, and when of Microsoft’s Wave updates. Call it timely as 2026 Wave 1 details will be shared a day prior aka March 18th.

Lunch and Networking (12-1 pm)

Session 3: Key Features in 2026 Release Wave 1 (D365 and Power Platform)
Christian Espinoza (Microsoft)
Christian has been intimately involved with 2026 Release Wave 1 in his current role. In this session, Christian will do a quick review and help us all get started.

Session 4: From Complexity to Control - Designing Scalable Pricing Strategies in D365 F&SCM
Mallesh Deshapaga (Synoptek)
If you haven't take a look at Unified Pricing Management (UPM) in D365 F&SCM or interested in learning more, this session will explore how organizations can move to structured, scalable pricing framework.

Event Details
📅 Thursday, March 19
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM CDT
📍 Microsoft Office, 3025 Highland Pkwy, Suite 200, Downers Grove, IL

Whether you're a long‑time DUG member or new to the community, this is a chance to connect with practitioners, leaders, and enthusiasts shaping the future of Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and AI.

We look forward to seeing you in person!