The MSP Summit, the premier event for channel leaders in the thriving managed services industry, has
opened its Call for Speakers for the 2026 fall conference. Recognized by Omdia Research as one of
the top three “Majors” among MSP conferences, this event is a must-attend for managed service
provider (MSP) leaders looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
The 2026 MSP Summit takes place Sept. 28-30 in Orlando, Fla. This year’s theme is Channel Trust: Limitless Possibilities in the AI Era. The conference will highlight the transformative role of MSPs as trusted partners in the AI-powered IT world. The MSP Summit will explore how MSPs can unlock
limitless opportunities, drive innovation, and build trust with their customers as they seek the best way to use AI.
You can find details on how to submit speaking proposals at the MSP Summit site. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 16.
Reach Elite MSPs at the Summit
We're looking for expert speakers who want to elevate their brands, not only
at the live event but also across the industry through the MSP Summit’s digital media platforms.
The audience includes top-tier MSPs, such as the prestigious MSP 501, who are eager to learn from
thought leaders about mastering new technologies, scaling customer expectations, navigating business
model changes, and evolving sales processes.
Last year’s speakers included: Microsoft USA SMB Director Monica French, Ingram Micro CEO Paul Bay, Omdia chief analyst Jay McBain, Syncro CEO Michael George, Pax8 CVP of Community and Ecosystems Rob Rae, Kaseya chief product officer Jim Lippie, ConnectWise EVP Peter Kujawa, New Charter Technologies CEO Peter Melby, Align Managed Services president Vinod Paul, Blue Mantis CEO Josh Dinneen, Channel Mastered chief analyst Rich Freeman, and PartnerOptimizer CEO Dina Moskowitz.
What We’re Looking for
MSP Summit sessions include solo presentations, workshops, expert panels, fireside chats, peer best practices, and interactive instruction. The agenda will feature main stage keynotes, breakout sessions, symposiums and workshops.
Suggested Topics:
• AI-Driven Automation
• Cybersecurity as a Core Offering
• Cloud and Multi-Cloud Management
• Proactive IT Management
• Talent Challenges and Workforce Evolution
• Outcome-Based Pricing Models
• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Activity.
How to Submit Your Proposal
Your proposal should include:
- Speaker contact information
- Topic, format, audience level and theme
- Session title -- 10 words or less.
- Session description: 300-word maximum, including highlights of the information you want to include (bullet points are fine), any third-party research or data you'll reference and if you wish it to be a single speaker session or a panel discussion.
- If submitting for a panel, please include as many speakers as possible that will be on the panel.
- Speaker bio, experience and headshot
- Optional supporting material such as white papers, demos, videos, etc. that enhance your proposal.
Proposals can be edited until the submission deadline: Monday, March 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST. The MSP Summit is committed to vendor- and platform-neutral content, ensuring an objective and educational experience for attendees. Sponsored content will be handled separately, and vendors interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Annie McKnight at annie.mcknight@informa.com.