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About INETA
INETA is the next evolution in user group communities—a non-profit, independent organization, chartered with supporting all user groups interested in the Microsoft .Net platform.

INETA is run by a Board of user group leaders, elected by their peers, and supported by Microsoft Corporation and other sponsors.

Dear Valued INETA User Group Leader:

The Heroes {Community} Launch is an exclusive opportunity to work directly
with Microsoft to host your own launch event around Windows Server 2008,
Visual Studio 2008, and SQL Server 2008 Microsoft products. The program will
give you and 2 additional members of your user group the technical training
and launch support resources to showcase some of the technical features of
these products within your local community. 
 
Call to Action!
 
Select up to three individuals from your user group to be a Community Launch
Leader (you may include yourself as one of the three). Those you select will
go through this exclusive program and will be responsible for planning and
managing Heroes {Community} Launch events for your group. Once you have
selected members in your group to be Community Launch Leaders, communicate
the opportunity, program, and experience to them.  They can register at
www.heroescommunitylaunch.com by entering the following exclusive code during registration: BNGSJQ.
 
You can nominate up to 3 Launch Leaders, exceptions will be made for large
user groups. Contact communitylaunch@microsoft.com for assistance or more details.
 
The Value of being a Heroes {Community} Launch leader:

• Work directly with Microsoft product groups and subject matter
  experts to lead a launch event in your local community.
• Be the first to receive new highly relevant and deeply technical
  training content for Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Visual Studio 2008, and
  SQL Server 2008.
• Participate in live Q & A sessions with Microsoft and community
  subject matter experts.
• Receive complimentary Microsoft e-learning courses that focus on
  the new and enhanced features of Windows Server 2008.
• Gain access to speaker and presentation training from Microsoft
  resources and accredited community experts.
• Access to the Heroes {Community} Launch portal where you can share
  ideas and success with other Community Launch Leaders worldwide.
• You will receive a product oriented launch kit to support your
  event.
• Community Launch Leaders will receive a recognition and thank you
  package which will include premium versions of product NFR.

What we are looking for in a Heroes {Community} Launch leader:

• In addition to yourself, we are looking for the new or existing
  leaders in your group who are eager and able to lead a technical demo and
  product presentation as part of their launch event.
• Individuals who are interested in (and capable of) presenting
  exclusive training to broader audiences.
• Leaders who want to sharpen their speaking and technical
  presentation skills.

Community Launch Timeline:
 
Enrollment: Dec 7- Jan 13

• Instant access to the Community Launch site, with valuable
  resources, forums, event readiness guidance and support
• High Level training available immediately after enrollment
• Secondary Enrollment: Jan 14 - Feb 1

Training: Jan 14-March 7

• A best-of-class virtual train-the-trainer experience
• Live Q&A with Product Group & Community Subject Matter Experts
  (SMEs)
   
  Training components:
  1. Speaker training and event guidance from MS and Community Experts
  2. Deep technical and highly relevant (driven by community feedback and
  insights)

Event Execution: Begin March 17

• Participant's host launch events in their communities
• Opportunity to expand community member's reach, voice, and stature

Next Steps:

1. As a User Group Lead, this is your chance to participate in the
   program as well as provide a great opportunity to the key enthusiasts and
   future leaders of your group.
2. Select up to three individuals from your user group to be a
   Community Launch Leader (you may include yourself as one of the three).
   Those you select will be go through this unique and exclusive program, and
   will be responsible for planning and managing Heroes {Community} Launch
   events for your group.
    
   (You can nominate up to 3 Launch Leaders, exceptions will be made for large
   user groups. Contact communitylaunch@microsoft.com for assistance or more details).
   　
3. If helpful, share the attached presentation with your 3 nominees to
   provide them with information on the Community Launch Program.
   　
4. The 3 selected Community Launch Leaders from your user group can
   then register at www.heroescommunitylaunch.com by entering the following exclusive code
   during registration: BNGSJQ.

Once you and your fellow Community Launch Leaders submit enrollment request,
you will receive confirmation and be granted access to the Community Launch
portal, where you can begin preparing for your launch event. Following
registration, Microsoft will coordinate with their regional subsidiaries and
INETA to confirm your eligibility to receive a launch kit consistent with
the program guidelines. Registration is open for a limited time only.
 
Please note: The Heroes Community Launch portal will be updated regularly
with new resources, training details, and event content to help you prepare
for your launch event.  The official deep technical training will be begin
on 14 January, but there will be many resources for you on the site prior to
training including: speaker training, event planning guidance, and marketing
materials to help you promote your launch event. Please be sure to check the
portal regularly for exciting and valuable updates.
 
Thank you and we hope you find the Heroes {Community} Launch a valuable and
exciting experience. If you have any questions or comments please do not
hesitate to contact the Microsoft Corporate Community Launch Team at communitylaunch@microsoft.com