James Karst

About James Karst

As a Technical Partner Manager at Vertex, I have the privilege of collaborating closely with Microsoft and the partner community to drive innovative solutions and enhance our strategic partnerships. My role and experience demonstrate the ability to: • Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders at Microsoft and within the Microsoft partner community to ensure alignment and mutual growth. • Develop and execute joint business plans that leverage Vertex\'s strengths and Microsoft\'s capabilities to deliver value for our customers. • Coordinate technical resources and providing guidance to ensure successful implementation of joint solutions. • Identify new business opportunities for collaboration and driving initiatives that expand our partnership\'s impact. • Manage cross-functional teams to deliver on project goals and ensure seamless integration of our technologies. • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to keep our strategies forward- thinking and competitive. • Understand and maximize Microsoft partner programs (i.e. Azure and Appsource marketplace, Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, ISV Success, & coselling initiatives)With a strong background in Microsoft, tax technology, D365 and a passion for fostering collaborative environments, I am dedicated to driving success for both Vertex and Microsoft. Let\'s connect and explore how we can create innovative solutions together!Technical skillset: Biz Apps (D365 and Power Platform), Vertex O’Series, Azure Cloud Solutions, and Copilot Studio.

Experience

1. Sr Technical Partner Manager - Microsoft

   Vertex Inc.

   Nov 2021 — Present

   Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders at Microsoft and within the Microsoft partner community to ensure alignment and mutual growth.• Develop and execute joint business plans that leverage Vertex\'s strengths and Microsoft\'s capabilities to deliver value for our customers.• Coordinate technical resources and providing guidance to ensure successful implementation of joint solutions.• Identify new business opportunities for collaboration and driving initiatives that expand our partnership\'s impact.• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver on project goals and ensure seamless integration of our technologies.• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to keep our strategies forward-thinking and competitive.• Understand and maximize Microsoft partner programs (i.e. Azure and Appsource marketplace, Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, ISV Success, & coselling initiatives)

Education

• Wichita State University

  Bachelors in Business Administration (B.B.A.), Management Information Systems (MIS)

  2007 — 2011