When access meets scale, transformation isn’t just possible—it’s unstoppable.
When the world shifted, Lotte Cordt Ihlemann leaned in with purpose, clarity, and care. As Principal Product Manager for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Lotte has redefined what it means to lead from behind the scenes: not by seeking visibility, but by ensuring that 3,500+ partners across 175 countries have it.
During the pandemic, when community events were paused, Lotte launched a groundbreaking digital readiness event, expanding reach from 3,000 in-person attendees to over 10,000 global participants. What began as a crisis solution has since evolved into a robust, always-on platform: a living library of product updates, AI innovation, and technical resources now used by partners for internal training and go-to-market readiness.
“Resources and collaboration transform partners into catalysts for collective impact.” — Lotte Cordt Ihlemann
From creating Office Hours and launching dynamic YouTube training playlists to nurturing partner dialogue on Viva Engage and LinkedIn, Lotte’s work isn’t just about information—it’s about inclusion. Her approach bridges the gap between Microsoft’s engineering depth and the real-world needs of its global partner community.
At flagship events like Directions and DynamicsMinds, Lotte continues to spotlight innovation and inclusivity, supporting the Women in Dynamics initiative to amplify gender equity in the partner ecosystem through mentorship and visibility. Most recently, she piloted the Red Carpet initiative, empowering 20 top global partners to integrate AI into their Business Central apps—now scaling to a global audience.
Her success lies in scale without dilution, strategy without exclusion. With every digital touchpoint, she builds not just access, but advocacy. And with every partner she empowers, she multiplies Microsoft’s global impact—quietly, consistently, and with heart.
About #empowHER50 campaign
This campaign celebrates women leaders at Microsoft, past and present, who have been instrumental in democratizing access to technology, opportunity, and growth. By honoring their contributions over the last half-century, this campaign highlights stories of resilience, innovation, and inclusivity. Through digital spotlights, a commemorative coffee table book, live recognition events, and more, the campaign inspires collective action toward achieving equitable societal goals. To learn more about empowHER50, please visit https://womenincloud.com/empowHER50
To learn about Microsoft 50th celebrations: https://news.microsoft.com/microsoft-50/
