179- Precision Partnering with Google Cloud: Unlocking a $30 Billion Opportunity for Tech Leaders.

Google’s Ecosystem Leader for North America Joins Ultimate Guide to Partnering®

Google Cloud is approaching a $30 billion business, ranking it number three of the leading cloud providers, or "hyperscalers." Google Cloud creates a massive opportunity for partners to help Google's customers take full advantage of their cloud environments by providing the ecosystem of additional services, platforms, and expertise only partners can provide. If you're a technology leader, looking to learn how to grow your business effectively, don't miss this exclusive Ultimate Guide to Partnering series Precision Partnering, where I'm joined by the Google Cloud leaders driving the partnership business to help define what it takes to partner with Google effectively.

Jim Anderson, VP of Google Cloud North America, Partner Ecosystem and Channels, joins me to kick off this critical series of the podcast, Precision Partnering Masterclass. In this episode, Jim and I explore the ins and outs of Google's mission to drive growth and accelerate customer outcomes through their partner ecosystem, and how Google infuses the right mindset into the selling organization. We also discuss the emergence of marketplaces, and the exciting opportunities in store partnering with Google.

In Jim’s words

As an Executive on Google’s Cloud team and a board member for Altair (NASDAQ: ALTR), Jim has more than 25 years of experience with some of the world’s leading technology companies, including Hewlett Packard (HP), Dell, and Cisco. Jim works with customers and partners to leverage emerging Cloud, AI/ML, and Data Analytics technologies to accelerate Digital Transformation by driving data-powered innovation.

Jim is known for his experience in helping businesses, at an inflection point, take advantage of market transitions. He has been described as a thought leader with the agility to make an impact that matters. Throughout his career (including six years with Global responsibility), Jim has successfully run businesses that help customers leverage digital technologies to drive efficiencies and enter new markets. He has been selected as one of the “Most Influential Black Americans in Corporate America” (2020 Savoy Magazine) and a “Best of Biz 2015” award winner in the Executive of the Year category.

What You’ll Learn

* Jim Anderson's Role & Mission. 3:00

* How Google Infuses a "Value Mindset" into the Organization. 5:08

* Google's Response to Generative AI. 9:15

* What makes a great partner? 10:08

* What does it take to Partner with Google? 13:26

* What to expect from The Precision Partnering Masterclass Series? 15:39

Exclusively Sponsored By Google Cloud

This episode of the podcast is exclusively sponsored by Google Cloud. Google Cloud's mission is to accelerate every organization's ability to digitally transform its business. More than any other top cloud provider; Google Cloud as unique capabilities to meet customers' needs across four areas. Data, Trust, Open Infrastructure, and Collaboration, all underpinned by Sustainable Technology. Learn more at cloud.google.com

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