Microsoft and HP proudly present SBS author Harry Brelsford in a Canadian workshop tour for technology partners, consultants, VARs and VAPs.

• SBS 2003Exam Cram: Qualify for the Microsoft Small Business Specialist title. The technical component of the workshop will prepare you for the 70-282 “Designing, Deploying, and Managing a Network Solution for a Small- and Medium-Sized Business” certification exam. This is the popular EXAM CRAM you've heard so much about!

• Microsoft Small Business Specialist Community: Learn about running your business more efficiently and profitability, selling SMB technology solutions to customers, and overcoming sales objections. The business topics will help you pass the Small Business Sales and Marketing Assessment required of all Microsoft Small Business Specialists.

• New HP Channel Programs: Hear about new HP programs designed  to help you maximize your sales to small businesses, including:

o HP’s Registered Partner Program: This newly launched channel program provides open access to a select group of HP products that are ideal for small business customers including servers.

o HP Reseller Option Kits (ROK) for Windows Server 2003 Standard and Windows Small Business Server 2003 Standard: The Reseller Option Kit allows customers to match their preferred operating system with their chosen server hardware.

Plus, all event attendees will receive:

• Microsoft Small Business Specialist Primer & 70-282 Exam Preparation Guide book authored by Harry Brelsford and Beatrice Mulzer - a $49.95 value!

• “Time Is Now” Kit, an integrated marketing initiative designed to support your business with training, collateral and thru-partner marketing resources

• IDC Blueprints for Driving Revenue with SBS 2003 and Microsoft Small Business Products CD – a collection of recent whitepapers containing prescriptive guidance on running a successful SBS practice

Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be served. Spaces are limited.