The Call for Speakers is now open for the 2027 Channel Partners Conference and MSP Summit in Las Vegas—and we're offering managed service providers unprecedented opportunities to share their expertise and elevate their industry presence.
Expanded Platform, Greater Visibility for MSPs
For 2027, we've transformed our speaker program to maximize your reach and impact. Your submission will be considered for multiple high-visibility platforms throughout the year, including:
Live Events:
- MSP Summit (March 15-18, 2027, The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas) — keynotes, educational tracks, workshops, and peer-to-peer sessions designed specifically for the MSP community.
- Channel Partners Conference & Expo 2027 — main stage keynotes, conference tracks, workshops, and peer sessions reaching the broader channel ecosystem
Year-Round Digital Presence:
- MSP-focused webinars — targeted digital sessions for managed service providers)
- MSP newsletters — featured content and thought leadership distributed to thousands of MSP professionals
- Technology Advisor/Trusted Advisor webinars — cross-channel educational opportunities
- Channel Partners digital platforms — articles, interviews, and insights on leading industry news sites
This multi-channel approach means your expertise reaches MSPs and channel partners across the $6.16 trillion telecommunications and IT industries—not just once, but throughout the entire year.
Why MSPs Should Speak
Establish Thought Leadership: Position yourself and your company as industry authorities in the MSP space
Connect with Peers: Share real-world experiences, challenges, and solutions with fellow MSP professionals
Expand Your Network: Gain visibility among thousands of MSPs, technology advisors, MSSPs, IT consultants, and solution providers
Drive Business Growth: Showcase your expertise to potential partners, customers, and industry stakeholders
Shape the Industry Conversation: Influence the direction of MSP best practices, technology adoption, and business strategies
Event Theme: CELEBRATE CHANNEL
Inspiring People, Progress and Possibilities
March 2027 marks the 30th anniversary of Channel Partners Conference & Expo, which is now co-hosted with the MSP Summit. Join us as we celebrate the MSPs and channel professionals who drive innovation, set performance benchmarks, and shape the future of technology services. This milestone event honors the resilience, collaboration, and achievements that define the MSP community.
Learn more at: https://channelpartnersconference.com/
Priority Topics for MSP Speakers
We're especially interested in submissions from MSPs on these critical topics:
Strategic Industry Trends and Business Models
- MSP business transformation and evolution
- Recurring revenue optimization
- Service portfolio development
- Market positioning and differentiation
Artificial Intelligence and Automation
- AI integration in MSP service delivery
- Automation tools for operational efficiency
- AI-powered security and monitoring
- Client AI adoption strategies
Cybersecurity
- MSP security service offerings
- Threat detection and response
- Compliance and risk management
- Security stack optimization
- Client security education and awareness
Infrastructure and Data Center Solutions
- Hybrid infrastructure management
- Edge computing strategies
- Disaster recovery and business continuity
- Infrastructure modernization for clients
Communications and Connectivity
- UCaaS and CCaaS service delivery
- Network management and optimization
- SD-WAN implementation
- 5G and connectivity solutions
Cloud and Enterprise Platforms
- Multi-cloud management strategies
- Cloud migration services
- SaaS management and optimization
- Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud expertise
Business Development, M&A and Growth Strategies
- MSP scaling and growth tactics
- Mergers and acquisitions insights
- Sales and marketing effectiveness
- Client retention and expansion
- Talent acquisition and team development
What Makes a Winning MSP Submission
Vendor-Neutral and Platform-Neutral: Focus on strategies, methodologies, and insights—not product pitches
Real-World MSP Perspectives: Include case studies from your MSP practice, client success stories, or peer experiences
Actionable Takeaways: Provide practical advice that MSPs can implement immediately
Data-Driven Insights: Support your content with industry research, benchmarks, or performance metrics
Peer-to-Peer Value: Speak directly to fellow MSPs about challenges you've overcome and lessons learned
Submission Requirements
Speaker Information:
- Contact details for all presenters
- 100-word speaker bio (maximum)
Session Details:
- Session title (fewer than 10 words, including relevant keywords)
- Session format, audience level, and theme alignment
- 300-word session description highlighting key takeaways, actionable advice, and real-world MSP applications
Supporting Materials (Optional):
- Whitepapers, case studies, demos, videos, or other relevant content
Important: Submissions without a complete session abstract will not be accepted.
Don't miss this opportunity to share your MSP expertise with the industry's largest and most influential audience. Submit your speaking proposal today and help shape the future of managed services.
If you have questions, don't hesitate to contact us at jessica.ackerman@informa.com; stephanie.paro@informa.com; david.raffo@informa.com.