Agenda:
4:00-4:15 : Registration / hospitality / networking
4:15-4:30 : Quick Start for Basic Presentations
4:30-5:45 : Introducing Microsoft’s Big Data Solution
5:45-6:00 : Closing comments/prize giveaways

Presentation: Quick Start for Basic Presentations

This presentation will cover two areas.  First, talk about how terrible of a speaker I was, and how I’m not that much better now.  Then outline a “basic” presentation format – like a quick start.

Jason Strate, Digineer Inc, is a DBA with over fifteen years of experience. He is a recipient of the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for SQL Server since July, 2009. His experience includes design and implementation of both OLTP and OLAP solutions as well as assessment and implementation of SQL Server environments for best practices, performance, and high availability solutions. Jason is a SQL Server MCITP and participated in the development of Certification exams for SQL Server 2008.

Presentation: Introducing Microsoft’s Big Data Solution

Lara Rubbelke, Microsoft

Welcome to the world of Big Data! Hive, Pig, Sqoop, HDFS, MapReduce… Discover how to gain new insight from your data by integrating Hadoop with SQL Server. Join this introduction to fundamental Big Data concepts and terms. Learn how others are leveraging Hadoop and how the Microsoft Big Data Solution fits within the data platform ecosystem.

Lara Rubbelke brings her passion for data solutions to the community as a Principal Program Manager for Microsoft. Her expertise involves Big Data, OLTP and OLAP systems, data management, performance tuning, encryption, ETL, and the Business Intelligence lifecycle. She regularly delivers technical presentations at local, regional and national conferences, user groups and webcasts. Notably, Lara has regularly presented at TechEd, PASS Summit, numerous SQL Server Launches, and delivered MSDN and TechNet webcasts.

Wednesday, February 29th

8:30 am – 12:00 pm

Location:

Minneapolis Microsoft
Technology Center

SQL & System Center Discussion

Join SoftwareONE and Emergent Networks on Wednesday, February 29 for an interactive discussion around new changes coming to SQL and System Center. Our technical experts will prepare you for the new releases and educate you on how your IT environment and licensing may be impacted.

Contact Emergent Networks to Register.

All registrants will be entered in a raffle for the chance to win one of three $100 Best Buy gift cards.

Tentative Agenda:

Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012

6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Xcel Center

Reserve your place today!
Seating is limited

VNXe: CRN
2011 Storage Product of the year!

Please join Emergent Networks for a presentation of the EMC VNXe with a focus on Disaster Recovery and a Minnesota Wild Game.

• Lower Cost of Deployment
• Simplified Provisioning
• Centralized Desktop Management
• Affordable Unified Storage Solution

Additionally Emergent Networks will present a unique perspective on Disaster Recovery solutions.

The presentation will start promptly at 6:00 pm, please arrive 15 minutes early.

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Emergent Networks is seeking candidates for a Systems Engineer position within our services division. Qualified candidates will have at least 3+ years experience in the IT services industry, be certified and have experience with a number of products and solutions offered by Emergent Networks. This role will require excellent problem solving skills, a good work ethic, and the ability to work on a team or independently as required.

This position will be focused on implementations and support across a variety of products. Candidates will be required to deliver billable professional services, solution design and architecture, pre-sales support, and post implementation support. The individual will also be required to gain certification and/or maintain current certifications on current Microsoft products offered by Emergent Networks. The role will require interaction with clients, other team members, and vendors. Good verbal and written skills are required.

Position Description:

• Work with a team of engineers on client projects and on-going professional services engagements
• Focuses primarily on implementation of Microsoft server products such as Windows Server 2008 R2, Exchange Server 2010, SQL Server 2008, Microsoft Lync, System Center, and Active Directory
• Post implementation support and trouble shooting for clients
• Work with Sales team to meet with clients and help develop proposals

Position Requirements: 

• Minimum 3+ years experience working in IT services or related field
• 4 year degree in a computer related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong work ethic and problem solving skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize work
• Experience doing multiple Exchange Server implementations and upgrades
• Experience doing multiple SQL Server implementations and upgrades
• Experience with other Microsoft Server implementations such as Lync or System Center
• Experience building highly available environments using Windows clustering or hardware load balancers
• Experience with VMWare Enterprise products (VCP preferred but not required)
• Windows client and server system administration

We offer a full benefits package including health and 401K with a company match. We also offer a flexible work environment and competitive compensation packages. If you are interested in the position please forward your resume and a list of references this address or apply online at our website.

About Emergent

Emergent Networks is a full service technology consulting company specializing in the design and implementation of enterprise class systems. Our focus on building highly available systems, with business continuity and disaster recovery in mind from the start, have set us apart as one of the premier IT services companies in the Midwest. We leverage current and emerging technologies that are relevant to the client’s needs to design and implement a complete solution for our customers, while keeping the bottom line in mind.

Apply for this position by sending your resume to info@emergentnetworks.com

Emergent Networks is looking for a skilled SharePoint developer/designer to join our SharePoint professional services team. This position will be required to work directly with clients to determine their SharePoint needs and customize their SharePoint 2010 environments to meet their business requirements.

Position Description:

• Design and development of SharePoint-based intranets, extranets and knowledge management systems
• Resolve business and technical problems which require an intimate knowledge of MOSS 2010
• Design simple work flows using SharePoint Designer
• Provide Business Analyst role to clients to help design the best solution for them

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
• 2+ years of experience in the analysis, design, implementation and support of SharePoint
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint (Windows SharePoint Services and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server)
• Experience deploying SharePoint and building SharePoint sites and web parts
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in conjunction with a team
• Strong attention to detail and analytic skills

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Knowledge of web services
• Microsoft certification

We offer a full benefits package including health and 401K with a company match. We also offer a flexible work environment and competitive compensation packages. If you are interested in the position please forward your resume and a list of references this address or apply online at our website.

About Emergent

Emergent Networks is a full service technology consulting company specializing in the design and implementation of enterprise class systems. Our focus on building highly available systems, with business continuity and disaster recovery in mind from the start, have set us apart as one of the premier IT services companies in the Midwest. We leverage current and emerging technologies that are relevant to the client’s needs to design and implement a complete solution for our customers, while keeping the bottom line in mind.

Apply for this position by sending your resume to info@emergentnetworks.com

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