Jim Alves
EVP Product Marketing ,  Kaseya
As the EVP of Marketing for Kaseya, Jim manages all corporate and product marketing, which includes the definition and development of channel programs. His understanding of the market and past experience is the foundation for his belief that building a strong channel is the key a successful business. With 24 years in the software, computer and consulting industry, Jim's experience has been vital in developing Kaseya's direct and channel based sales and marketing programs worldwide. His past position at Platinum Software taught him that the channel needs constant care and feeding, otherwise it will move to the next thing.

Steve Brasen
Analyst ,  EMA
Steve's career at Enterprise Management Associates follows 19 years of industry experience in senior IT operational, engineering and management roles for large IT, telecom, and financial institutions including UNIX International, AT&T, Bell Communications Research (Bellcore), Solomon Smith Barney, MCI Worldcom, and Agilent Technologies. Steve's "in the trenches" experience in operations support provides a unique perspective on real-world IT operations concerns, needs and solutions.