MPUG Community Leaders Recognized

Microsoft recognizes community leaders from around the globe at the Project Conference last week.  One of our very own, Larry Christofaro, won not one but two awards for his contributions to the Microsoft Project User Group (MPUG).

• MCLA Leader Award
• MCLA Outreach Award

Click below for further details and a video of the event:
Community Leader Awards and Video

Congratulations Larry...

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