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Ecosystem Aces

Ecosystem Aces

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 Ecosystem Aces is dedicated to helping partnership leaders unleash the full potential of their partner network. Whether you’re just getting started with ecosystem partners, or you’re looking for advanced strategies and tactics, this podcast is for you.Each episode features topics like: ecosystem partnering, co-selling strategies, co-selling with hyperscalers, building joint solutions with partners, attracting new partners and growing partner programs, go-to-market strategies, optimizing cross-company business processes, improving communication and collaboration with partners, successful career strategies, and more.Copyright Sweet Fish Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • Shrutika Purohit: Innovating with SAP, AWS, and Partners for Customer Value and Growth

    Shrutika Purohit: Innovating with SAP, AWS, and Partners for Customer Value and Growth
    Feb 2 2025
    The cloud migration race is intensifying, and differentiation is essential in a market filled with competition.How can SAP partners stay ahead while driving customer value through collaboration and innovation?In this episode, Shrutika Purohit, Head of the SAP Partner Ecosystem for AWS India, shares her expertise in leveraging the power of alliances to transform how businesses adopt and innovate with SAP solutions on the cloud. Shrutika outlines useful strategies as the partner landscape changes, from harnessing the “power of three” collaboration model to building joint solutions that go beyond SAP Rise.Key Learnings:How the “power of three” model (SAP, AWS, and partners) enables seamless customer journeys.The role of joint solution development in addressing white spaces and driving differentiation.Why partner enablement programs and certifications are crucial for success in the SAP ecosystem.Insights into the rise of co-innovation and its impact on partner growth and customer outcomes.How AWS empowers partners to scale, specialize, and innovate within the cloud ecosystem.Here are some additional episodes featuring other ecosystem leaders that might interest you:#164 Jason Eichenholz: How Wipro Accelerated Revenue Growth with Their Ecosystem#156 Libby Greco: Get Out There and Break The Glass#154 Suresh Kumar Tulluri: Is Your Roadmap Future Proof?#152 David La Rose: Strengthening Partner Commitments In The Ecosystem Era#151 Mike Stocker: Close 40% More Deals with Partner InfluenceLinks & ResourcesLearn more about how WorkSpan helps customers accelerate their ecosystem flywheel through Co-selling, Co-innovating, Co-investing, and Co-marketing.Download The Ultimate Guide to Drive Co-sell Partnerships!Subscribe to the Ecosystem Aces Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast.Join the WorkSpan Community to engage with other partner ecosystem leaders on best practices, news, events, jobs, and other tips to advance your career in partnering.Find insightful articles on how to lead and get the most out of your partner ecosystem on the WorkSpan blog.To contact the host, Chip Rodgers, with topic ideas, suggest a guest, or join the conversation about modern partnering, he can be reached on Twitter, LinkedIn, or send Chip an email at: chip@workspan.com This episode of Ecosystem Aces is sponsored by WorkSpan. WorkSpan is the #1 ecosystem business management platform. We give CROs a digital platform to turbocharge indirect revenue with their partner teams at higher win rates and lower costs. We connect your partners on a live network with cross-company business applications to build, market, and sell together. We power the top 10 business ecosystems in the technology and communications industry today, managing over $50 billion in the joint pipeline
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    34 mins
  • Jim Anderson: The Strategic Imperatives of Partner Ecosystems in 2025

    Jim Anderson: The Strategic Imperatives of Partner Ecosystems in 2025
    Jan 28 2025
    Failing to innovate within your partnerships could leave your business behind.As AI accelerates the pace of change, how do leaders ensure they stay relevant while unlocking unprecedented customer value?In this episode, Jim Anderson, Vice President of North America Partner Ecosystem and Channels at Google, shares insights into the principles driving Google’s partner strategies. With 25+ years in tech and a front-row seat to AI’s transformative power, Jim discusses how agility, specialization, and customer relevance transform the cloud ecosystem industry.Key Learnings:Why win-win partnerships are critical to AI-driven customer value.The importance of specialization to tackle increasing complexities in the cloud ecosystem.How Google is leveraging its Marketplace as a game-changing distribution channel.The role of agility and co-innovation in navigating rapid shifts in the tech landscape.Why the future of AI is inherently tied to an ecosystem-based approach for businesseHere are some additional episodes featuring other ecosystem leaders that might interest you:#164 Jason Eichenholz: How Wipro Accelerated Revenue Growth with Their Ecosystem#156 Libby Greco: Get Out There and Break The Glass#154 Suresh Kumar Tulluri: Is Your Roadmap Future Proof?#152 David La Rose: Strengthening Partner Commitments In The Ecosystem Era#151 Mike Stocker: Close 40% More Deals with Partner InfluenceLinks & ResourcesLearn more about how WorkSpan helps customers accelerate their ecosystem flywheel through Co-selling, Co-innovating, Co-investing, and Co-marketing.Download The Ultimate Guide to Drive Co-sell Partnerships!Subscribe to the Ecosystem Aces Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast.Join the WorkSpan Community to engage with other partner ecosystem leaders on best practices, news, events, jobs, and other tips to advance your career in partnering.Find insightful articles on how to lead and get the most out of your partner ecosystem on the WorkSpan blog.To contact the host, Chip Rodgers, with topic ideas, suggest a guest, or join the conversation about modern partnering, he can be reached on Twitter, LinkedIn, or send Chip an email at: chip@workspan.com This episode of Ecosystem Aces is sponsored by WorkSpan. WorkSpan is the #1 ecosystem business management platform. We give CROs a digital platform to turbocharge indirect revenue with their partner teams at higher win rates and lower costs. We connect your partners on a live network with cross-company business applications to build, market, and sell together. We power the top 10 business ecosystems in the technology and communications industry today, managing over $50 billion in the joint pipeline
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    32 mins
  • Carla Franklin Richards: Inside AWS’ Successful ISV Accelerate Program

    Carla Franklin Richards: Inside AWS’ Successful ISV Accelerate Program
    Jan 14 2025
    The backbone of a successful cloud ecosystem lies in seamless collaboration, yet not all partnerships achieve their full potential. What distinguishes the thriving alliances from the rest?In this episode, Carla Franklin Richards, a seasoned executive and former AWS leader, offers her expert perspective on building effective co-selling strategies tailored for the cloud ecosystem industry. Drawing on her leadership experience with AWS’ ISV Accelerate Program, Carla provides actionable insights into achieving strategic alignment, mitigating escalations, and driving sustainable growth in dynamic and competitive environments.We also discuss:How a structured interlock process ensures seamless collaboration and accountability.The critical role of QBRs and operational documents in preventing misalignments.Strategies for ISVs to navigate complex cloud partnerships and maximize co-selling potential.Best practices for aligning tri-party partnerships (Cloud Providers, SIs, and ISVs).Why deliberate planning and clear roles are non-negotiable in successful partnerships.Here are some additional episodes featuring other ecosystem leaders that might interest you:#164 Jason Eichenholz: How Wipro Accelerated Revenue Growth with Their Ecosystem#156 Libby Greco: Get Out There and Break The Glass#154 Suresh Kumar Tulluri: Is Your Roadmap Future Proof?#152 David La Rose: Strengthening Partner Commitments In The Ecosystem Era#151 Mike Stocker: Close 40% More Deals with Partner InfluenceLinks & ResourcesLearn more about how WorkSpan helps customers accelerate their ecosystem flywheel through Co-selling, Co-innovating, Co-investing, and Co-marketing.Download The Ultimate Guide to Drive Co-sell Partnerships!Subscribe to the Ecosystem Aces Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast.Join the WorkSpan Community to engage with other partner ecosystem leaders on best practices, news, events, jobs, and other tips to advance your career in partnering.Find insightful articles on how to lead and get the most out of your partner ecosystem on the WorkSpan blog.To contact the host, Chip Rodgers, with topic ideas, suggest a guest, or join the conversation about modern partnering, he can be reached on Twitter, LinkedIn, or send Chip an email at: chip@workspan.com This episode of Ecosystem Aces is sponsored by WorkSpan. WorkSpan is the #1 ecosystem business management platform. We give CROs a digital platform to turbocharge indirect revenue with their partner teams at higher win rates and lower costs. We connect your partners on a live network with cross-company business applications to build, market, and sell together. We power the top 10 business ecosystems in the technology and communications industry today, managing over $50 billion in the joint pipeline
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    30 mins
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