As it expands its Microsoft SharePoint professional services offerings, Solid Quality Mentors is pleased to introduce J.C. Layton, a SharePoint evangelist and the latest addition to the company's strategic development team in North America. In addition to driving strategic direction and development efforts around SharePoint services, J.C. will develop and manage strategic relationships and programs to extend the company's strong relationship with Microsoft in the U.S. and create new opportunities for the company's SQL Server lines of business."It is great to have J.C. join the team--he truly understands the significance of relationships and is passionate about providing value for people he does business with," says Douglas McDowell, CEO of Solid Quality North America. "His focus on relationships coupled with in-depth knowledge of SharePoint as a central platform for business process will prove to be an excellent combination for success at Solid Quality."
Having managed the Microsoft partner relationship for several services integrators in the U.S. Partner ecosystem, J.C. has more than 10 years of experience working strategically with Microsoft to achieve success for all parties. In his most recent position as vice president of strategic relationships for a Gold-Certified SharePoint partner, he was responsible for driving and managing the Microsoft relationship nationally, while developing new business in emerging markets. In that role, J.C. also developed an IP-based marketing campaign and led executive roundtables on behalf of Microsoft for their customers.
J.C. has extensive experience in working with all types of customers, including Fortune 1000 customers, government agencies, and the mid-market space. Additionally, J.C. has a unique track record and deep experience in developing solutions-based offerings for industry groups and building successful geographic expansion plans and sales and marketing strategies.
"I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to work with such an incredibly knowledgeable and seasoned group of people who deliver excellence every time they serve a customer," J.C. notes. "It is a real privilege to be representing the Solid Quality brand."
J.C. and his wife, Susan, have been married for 12 years and have two children. They live in Alpharetta, GA.