I've know a few MVP's and have come to the conclusion that these are advocates, users, promoters, and extenders of MS technologies. They might be specialists in one area or many and are very good at what they do. Their knowledge of the product(s) are very deep and authors and speakers are prime targets for membership.

It is not really a club of buddies etc, but an association of highly skilled technical professionals.

One of the bennies that comes from MVP is that they are kept more up to speed on many things. This might be an advantage but also for MS's benefit the MVP may update their book, white papers or training classes earlier to assist MS in early adoption of products.

It works both ways and is a good program for all.

Congratulations Steve, you deserve the recognition for all the work and effort. Very well done sir!:exclamationmark:

Miles...