Darian Nastvogel, MBA, PMP

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Technical Program Manager - Operations Lead, Microsoft Power Up Program at Microsoft

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Overview

Darian is a Technical Program Manager leading Microsofts Power Up Program, focusing on AI Agents and low-code upskilling with Copilot and Power Platform. A certified PMP with an MBA, his career includes managing Google Fibers Kansas City rollout and leading GTM strategy for VMware.

Outside of his tech career, Darian is a decorated military veteran, having been awarded both the Army Commendation Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal. He is also an alumnus of the Deloitte CORE Leadership Program, showing a continued commitment to leadership development.

Unique fact: While at VMware, he was responsible for assembling the companys cross-functional response during cyberattacks and other crisis events.

Personality Overview

Charming & Persuasive

Generous

Achievment Oriented

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials. They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.

Topics They Care About

Low-code Platforms
He leads operations for Microsoft's Power Up Program, a global training initiative for Power Platform and Copilot Studio, empowering users to build applications.
AI Copilots
His work involves upskilling learners to build and deploy applications using Microsoft's Copilot, and he actively shares content about AI agent capabilities.
Technical Upskilling
His role is centered on leading a globally delivered training program that empowers learners and fosters a community of subject matter experts and volunteers.

Media Appearances

Darian has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2024
Technical Program Manager - Operations Lead, Microsoft Power Up Program at Microsoft
12-2022 - 3-2024
Technical Program Manager, Power Platform low-code education program at Microsoft
4-2022 - 12-2022
Technical Program Manager, Business Applications Platform (BAP) at Microsoft
1-2021 - 4-2022
Program Manager, GTM Strategy Planning & Ops at VMware
4-2020 - 12-2020
Career transition at Career Break

Education

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Bachelor's Degree from University of Maryland - A. James Clark School of Engineering

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Insights For Selling To Darian

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Clearly address the competitive aspects
  • Acknowledge their status and position during the conversation
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Darian is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Darian

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Darian move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Darian take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Darian

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