Session Abstract

The Microsoft AI ecosystem offers many ways to transform work, but understanding how the pieces fit together is not always easy. This session connects Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI Foundry, showing how each plays a role in the broader AI landscape. Microsoft 365 Copilot drives everyday productivity, Copilot Studio enables makers to build custom agents, and Azure AI Foundry gives developers a platform to extend solutions with custom models, APIs, and infrastructure. Through real-world examples and practical guidance, the session highlights when to use each option individually and when combining them can deliver even greater value.

Christina Wheeler

Christina Wheeler is a Principal FastTrack Solution Architect at Microsoft, working in engineering as part of the Dynamics 365 Service Agents Pod. Prior to joining the FastTrack team, she spent three years as a Solution Engineer in Financial Services (FSI) supporting enterprise insurance and banking customers with Power Platform solutions. A highly respected Power Platform expert and technical trainer, Christina has been a tech enthusiast since childhood. She began programming at age 11 and built her first computer at 13. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, she started her career as a .NET developer in financial services before moving into consulting, specializing in SharePoint, Dynamics 365 (F&O and CRM), and the Power Platform. She has worked with organizations worldwide to architect and implement Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Power Platform solutions across financial, educational, commercial, and government sectors. Her publications include contributions as the technical editor of “SharePoint 2007 Developer’s Guide to Business Data Catalog,” co-author of “SharePoint 2010 Field Guide,” “SharePoint 2013 Inside Out,” and author of “Mastering Microsoft Teams: Creating a Hub for Successful Teamwork in Office 365.” Christina received her first MVP award October 2017 in M365 Apps & Services and became a Business Applications MVP in 2022 before retiring from the MVP program to join Microsoft.