BlueStar Academy
BlueStar is committed to educating and empowering its partners to achieve greater success in selling IT solutions. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the industry, we have training for you!
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2026 BlueStar Academy Schedule
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Intro to Barcoding/RFID
March 2026
Learn about the basics of barcoding, RFID, networking, and solution selling.
Intro to POS & Payments
March 2026
Learn about the basics of point of sale technologies, payment processing, networking, and solution selling.
Intro to Digital Signage
April 2026
Learn about the basics of digital signage, networking, and solution selling.
Intro to Mobility Solutions
April 2026
Learn about the basics of mobile AIDC, networking, and solution selling.
Retail Tech 101
June 2026
Learn the basics of retail operations and the technologies that power modern commerce, both in-person and online.
Summer School (topic TBD)
July 2026
Supply Chain Tech 101
Fall 2026
Learn the basics of supply chain operations and the technologies that power modern data collection.
Access Control/Security
Fall 2026
Learn about the basics of access control, physical security, networking, and solution selling.
Intro to Barcoding/RFID
Fall 2026
Learn about the basics of barcoding, RFID, networking, and solution selling.
Intro to POS & Payments
Fall 2026
Learn about the basics of point of sale technologies, payment processing, networking, and solution selling.
BlueStar Academy Overview
What is BlueStar Academy?
BlueStar Academy offers in-person and online training to BlueStar reseller, ISV and OEM partners. Training topics include introduction to barcoding, RFID, POS, payments networking, digital signage and solution selling. Advanced levels of these courses are also available.
What's the In-Person BlueStar Academy experience?
Training takes place at BlueStar US headquarters in Hebron, KY (just down the road from Cincinnati International Airport) over 1.5 days. Training is free to partners (breakfasts, lunch, dinner and evening entertainment are provided at no cost). Training includes technology lessons, sales lessons, BlueStar warehouse tour, and opportunities to network with your BlueStar team.
Who will benefit from BlueStar Academy?
New salespeople who aren’t experienced in the channel or with these technologies will benefit from the Intro-level training, but training can also help salespeople who are switching their product focus and sales teams that need a reset with their selling perspective.
How much does BlueStar Academy cost?
In-person BlueStar Academy is available for free to BlueStar partners. Transportation and lodging is not provided. Meals and entertainment are provided.
What can BlueStar Academy students expect when they enroll?
For the in-person training at BlueStar HQ in Northern Kentucky, students will spend a day and a half exploring topics such as Barcoding and RFID, POS & Payments, and Digital Signage, among others. Attendees will have ongoing access to online course materials, updates, and a digital community, allowing them to stay connected with BlueStar and their classmates. In the future, completely online courses will be available, as well as regional or on-site training at the partner site.
How often is BlueStar Academy held?
We're currently planning our 2026 calendar of sessions. Complete the form above to show your interest and reserve a spot.
In which regions is BlueStar Academy available?
BlueStar Academy currently offers in-person training at its US headquarters in Hebron, KY. Expansion of the BlueStar Academy into other regions such as Canada, EMEA, and LATAM is planned.
3345 Point Pleasant Road
Hebron, KY 41048