2024 Legends Honored at Community Summit NA 2024

The 2024 class of Community Summit Legends was crowned on Tuesday at Community Summit NA 2024. The winners and their backgrounds (2024 class and past winners are pictured above):

Fauwauz Hussain

Hussain is a bona-fide expert in payment automation; he’s devoted his career to enhancing businesses through innovative automation solutions.

With 16+ years in the community, he’s an expert in integration, payment security and process automation. His relentless passion and enthusiasm have made him a cornerstone of Community Summit, where he has guided countless users through complexity.

When receiving his recognition, Hussain was cited for being “always ready to lend a helping hand and share his wealth of knowledge.” Hussain works for Nodus as senior directory strategy, global payments. 

Justin Carter 

Justin Carter has been in the Microsoft Dynamics space since 2007 and a BizApps MVP since 2014. He has been involved with the Microsoft certification exam development and MCT training materials since 2013. He has a passion for delivering quality Dynamics implementations, but more importantly, enabling customers to take things to the next level and grow their business by innovating with the newest technologies, not just using them. This requires customers to be an expert in how to find educational content (learn to fish), not just being trained by someone else who already did that (buying a fish at a store).

Kelly Holwagner

Holwagner has held key roles at Western Computer and  Microsoft, where he consistently delivered exceptional results and manage d large-scale projects. His diverse experience with some of the largest users in the world highlights his adaptability and skill.

Known for his collaborative spirit, Holwagner inspires and mentors his team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. He actively participates in industry forums and community initiatives, sharing his knowledge to uplift others. He exemplifies outstanding leadership.

Holwagner is Vice President, Unified Operations at HSO.

Kerry Hataley

Hataley has demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment to the users of Dynamics GP in ways that make him truly unique. He has devoted countless hours to listening, building, and supporting the GP community as well as running the GP programming committee for Summit and being a Dynamicscommunities.com expert.

His journey with Dynamics GP began in 1994, starting with version 2.0 on a Macintosh. Over the years, he has witnessed and contributed to the evolution of Dynamics GP, helping it grow into the robust platform we know today. This person’s expertise in SQL programming and database administration, honed since 1985, has made him a sought-after expert in the community. His passion for SQL is evident, as he holds the standing SQL Shootout champion title from Summit 2017 and did an Academy class this very year. Hataley is owner of Nanook Software.

Kim Congleton

Congleton exemplifies the Innovation, Education, and Training that are the cornerstones of Dynamics Communities. With a passion for creating happy customers for life and seamlessly integrating them into our Community, she stands out as a beacon of excellence.

Congleton is a thought leader and trusted business partner known for her contagious, “we can do this”/ “You can do it” leadership energy. With over 20 years of Business Central/NAV experience, she has helped many users in the community. Congleton is COO at New View Strategies.

Meenakshi Singh

Singh, a Business Central user, has been nothing short of a cornerstone in helping Summit NA become the vibrant event it is today.  Not only is she deeply involved in the planning committee, but she also generously shares her extensive knowledge as a speaker. This person is always willing to help, fill in as a speaker, give other speakers support and does it with a smile and warm attitude. Her unwavering willingness to assist the community and her sincere passion for our Business Central family is truly inspiring.

Beyond her invaluable contributions to Summit NA, Meenakshi Singh is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in corporate finance, leadership, and management. She has played pivotal roles in numerous mergers and acquisitions, showcasing her unique ability to navigate complex financial transactions. Her dedication to excellence and her heartfelt commitment to our community make her a standout.

Singh is director, enterprise applications, at Robert Reiser & Co.

Nigel Cox

Cox has been a cornerstone of the Dynamics 365 Manufacturing and Master Planning space for many years, sharing his vast expertise and passion with all of us.

He has dedicated his life to educating others, and his natural ability to engage with users and guide them on their journey is truly unparalleled. His commitment to the community is evident in every interaction, where he brings not just knowledge, but also a genuine desire to help others succeed. This person’s contributions have not only advanced our understanding of the field but have also inspired countless individuals to pursue their own paths in this dynamic industry.

Cox is owner and ERP Consultant at Delta Magnum.

Sara Jelinek

Jelinek is a Microsoft MVP and a shining example of knowledge and inspiration in the realms of CE and Power Platform. Her insightful contributions have been instrumental in the planning of Summit NA, where her wisdom and guidance have been invaluable.

Jelinek’s passion for technology and her dedication to educating and empowering users are evident in everything she does. She has been a driving force in helping organizations to work smarter, not harder. Her journey with Dynamics 365 began with version 3.0, and she has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2007, sharing her expertise and enthusiasm with countless individuals.

Jelinek is Director, Power Platform Solutions at Arctic IT.

Terry Heley

Heley dedication and commitment to the future of Dynamics GP is truly exceptional. She has devoted countless hours to influencing, listening, helping, guiding, and supporting the GP community, always with a focus on what is best for the entire GP community.

Heley’s journey with Dynamics GP in unprecedented: she has become a beacon of support and innovation. Her expertise in Dynamics GP is unparalleled, and she has been instrumental in ensuring that the platform remains robust and reliable for users.

Heley has been a vocal advocate for the Dynamics GP community, consistently sharing her knowledge and insights through blog posts and speaking engagements. She’s not only a technical expert but also a mentor and guide for many in the community.

Her commitment to the community is evident in her proactive approach to addressing user concerns and her dedication to continuous improvement. Heley’s work has ensured that Dynamics GP users have access to the latest updates, features, and support, helping them navigate the fast-changing tech industry.

Heley is senior solution engineer at Microsoft.