In this episode, Peter talks with Matt Holzmann, Channel Director at Leapwork, about test automation, life in the Dynamics ecosystem, and what it really means to lead with authenticity.

They dive into:

• The business value of automated testing (and what “happy paths” really mean)

• How Leapwork supports partners with automation across D365 projects

• Why the Dynamics community feels more like family than a market

• Diversity in Dynamics — and why the “B” in LGBTQ+ matters more than people think

Matt also opens up about his journey as one of the few openly bisexual men in tech, his years at Microsoft, and how leadership and inclusion go hand in hand.

🎬 Behind the scenes at Just Peter

Not every podcast moment makes it to the final cut…

Like the times Peter forgets to press record, scrolls the wrong way in his script, or leaves in an intro that makes the editing team question everything.

Bas usually ends up laughing his way through the raw files and honestly, so do we.

The good news? The record button was pressed this time.

And the next episode with Matt Holzmann is on its way soon.

Stay tuned it’s worth it.

This Just Peter episode comes with a twist... we forgot to hit record for the first 15 minutes. Yes, you read that right. While those “lost minutes” will never be released, Holger from Hubdrive and I dove right back in, still laughing, and covered a lot of ground.

We talked about Hubdrive’s journey from SI to pure ISV, cultural differences between the European and North American Dynamics partner ecosystems, the challenges and opportunities in HR solutions, and of course… Formula 1.

Holger also shares his thoughts on AI and Copilot... what’s overhyped, what’s actually delivering value, and how customers can really benefit without even realizing AI is behind the scenes.

If you’ve ever:

• Forgotten to press record

• Wondered why some partners stick to their lane while others expand

• Debated whether AI is overrated or underhyped

• Wanted to hear a German’s honest take on Formula 1

  …this episode is for you.

Topics covered:

• The “lost” 15 minutes and how to restart with energy

• Why Hubdrive moved away from implementations

• Partner openness: Europe vs. North America

• Overhyped tech trends in Dynamics today

• HR solutions inside BC & F&O and why partners shouldn’t run from them

• The personal side of balancing travel and life

In this episode of Just Peter, I sit down with longtime Microsoft Dynamics veteran Jon Rivers. He is a community advocate, Volkswagen enthusiast, marketing expert, and mentor to many in the channel.

Jon shares insights from over two decades in the Dynamics space, from his early Convergence days to helping ISVs and VARs build smarter marketing foundations through his agency, Marketeery. We talk about how to grow your network in a tight-knit ecosystem, the power of mentoring, and the common pitfalls partners face when it comes to brand visibility.

We also dive into Jon’s personal life; his passion for classic Volkswagens, his dream of becoming a chef, and why community still drives him after all these years. A must-listen for newcomers and seasoned professionals alike.

This is Part 2 of our conversation with Jacob Pepper — and this time, it’s deeply personal.

In this special Diversity in Dynamics edition, Jacob shares:

• What “bringing your full self to work” actually looks like

• His experience as a young gay professional in a straight-majority space

• What companies often get wrong about inclusion

• And the advice he would give to anyone who doesn’t yet see themselves represented in this ecosystem

Catch Part 1 to hear Jacob’s perspective on ISV strategy, partner events, and building a career in Dynamics.

This is Part 1 of a special 2-part conversation with Jacob Pepper, Business Development Manager at Fidesic.

In this first half, we cover:

• His journey from intern to ISV rep in the Microsoft Dynamics channel

• What it’s like being the youngest person at industry events

• Why he believes ROI on events is often misunderstood

• How Gen Z is starting to shape the future of the channel

Part 2 continues with an honest conversation on identity, inclusion, and representation as part of our Diversity in Dynamics series. Watch it next.

Daniel Schmid, Chief Portfolio Officer at COSMO CONSULT, joins Peter to talk about:

• What’s broken in the Dynamics partner ecosystem

• Why licensing remains a mess for multi-ISV projects

• How COSMO is tackling self-service and standardization

• His fascination with AI and the risks he’s willing to take

• What he builds with steel in his free time

• And how he explains all this to his kids

An honest and thoughtful conversation that blends strategy with personal stories.

Listen in and discover how a CPO thinks when the laptop closes.

In this first episode of Just Peter, Peter sits down with Terri Paetz to talk about the realities of selling ISV solutions in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem.

They share personal stories, lessons learned from working with ISVs, and what truly makes a difference when it comes to sales cycles, messaging, and event presence.

A must-listen for ISVs, partners, and anyone navigating the Dynamics channel.