Microsoft Worldwide Channel Chief
Watson has been the public face for the past four years behind what may well be the most expansive and far reaching channel program in history. Named CMP Channel's Channel Executive of the Year in 2004, Watson is dealing with the concerns of partners who are coming up against Linux and SaaS (software as a service) competitors at an alarming rate, and who are increasingly looking to her for help in beating back the competition.
Partners say the time is right for a vociferous Microsoft channel advocate to take partners into the new era. The question remains: Will Watson's leadership be the 'big bang' Microsoft partners need to propel them forward or a firecracker that fizzles?
