For small to midsized MSPs seeking targeted advice and connections with key industry vendors, make sure you mark your calendars for April 10-11.
That’s when ChannelPro LIVE: Orlando will be happening in person in the City Beautiful — at the Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside. This is the second of ChannelPro’s eight dynamic events scheduled throughout the United States in 2024: seven ChannelPro LIVE gatherings and the ChannelPro DEFEND cybersecurity-centric event this summer.
ChannelPro’s regional events are focused exclusively on the educational and networking needs of small and midsized MSPs, VARs, and IT Consultants. All events are FREE for qualified channel partners.
Sunshine State Specialists
A big highlight of ChannelPro LIVE: Orlando will be the MSP Matchmaking session on April 10. This special session will feature Florida-based experts offering coaching and advice targeted to IT professionals:
- Manuel Palachuk, owner and president of Clearwater-based Manuel Palachuk International, will focus on peer networking.
- Rayanne Buchianico, founder and CEO of Clearwater-based ABC Solutions LLC, will talk about mergers and acquisitions.
- Orlando’s own Carlos Perez, principal of Perez Technology Group, will offer tips on vendor selection.
“The lineup for ChannelPro LIVE: Orlando features local business leaders who have their finger on the pulse of the Southeast market and the dynamics that drive customer acquisition, retention, and business growth,” said Michael Siggins, founder of The ChannelPro Network. “Plus, our events always provide attendees with an avenue to grow their peer networks, and offer a glimpse into the technologies and solutions that will help them prepare their customers for the future.”
The MSP Matchmaker coaching format debuted in February, drawing rave reviews during ChannelPro LIVE: Chicago in Schaumburg, IL.
“I liked it was very fast-paced, so there wasn’t a lot of downtime,” said Wisdom McNabb, business development representative at Wyant Technologies. “Everyone was just up there, ready to do their spiel. And it was very community-oriented. I like that.”
The Event Lineup
A variety of sessions and speakers are on the agenda for ChannelPro’s Orlando gathering. Here’s a closer look at what to expect:
Pre-day
- Opening Keynote: The Culture Imperative by Palachuk.
- Promoting IT Professionalism, a presentation by Howard M. Cohen of the National Society of IT Service Providers (NSITSP).
- Joining a Local Peer Group Can Help Your MSP Maximize MDFs, a presentation by Paul Daigle of BizAdvisoryBoard.
- How MSPs Can Win the Hearts (and Wallets) of Florida Nonprofits, a presentation by Rosene Johnson of the Edyth Bush Institute of Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership at Rollins College.
- Welcome cocktail reception in the Expo Hall.
Main Day
- Six Ways to Use AI to Improve Your MSP, a panel discussion with Eric Long of TeraCloud and Philip de Souza of Aurora, moderated by ChannelPro’s Matt Whitlock.
- The Secrets to Onboarding Clients Successfully, a panel discussion with Charles Lannan of Lannan Technologies and connection coach AnnMarie Santamarina, moderated by ChannelPro’s Anjali Fluker
- The Importance of Local Partnerships, a presentation by Rosa Akhtarkhavari of the city of Orlando.
- Selling Up! 5 Strategies for Winning Bigger Accounts, a panel discussion with Buchianico and Lannan, moderated by Fluker.
- Using AI to Deliver a Stellar Customer Experience, a panel discussion with some of the event vendors, moderated by Whitlock.
- How NOT to Get Fired by Your Clients, a panel discussion with de Souza and Palachuk, moderated by Fluker.
- Closing Keynote: My Technology Journey by Perez
- Sponsor Awards and attendee giveaways.
Visit with Our Sponsors
Attendees also will have an opportunity to visit with sponsors in the Expo Hall for deals, demos, and more. The event sponsors include:
Premier Educational and Networking Opportunities
Don’t miss out on your chance to be part of this transformative experience – the second of eight nationwide events that are redefining the future of channel partnerships.
Secure your spot at ChannelPro LIVE: Orlando today. And keep your eyes peeled for more opportunities to participate in ChannelPro’s 2024 events.
