About ChannelNEXT
For more than two decades, ChannelNEXT has been where the IT channel comes to connect, collaborate, and evolve. As Canada’s premier Information Technology industry event series, we deliver award-winning conferences and executive galas across Canada, the United States, and Europe—bringing together the people shaping what’s next in technology.
ChannelNEXT isn’t just about events—it’s about building communities and accelerating business outcomes. Our platforms are designed to spark meaningful conversations, forge profitable partnerships, and give technology leaders the insights they need to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world.
We proudly support:
MSPs, MSSPs, IT Solution Providers, VARs, ISVs, System Integrators, Consultants, Vendors, Distributors, and Non-Transactional Influencers—creating an ecosystem where innovation and opportunity thrive.
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ChannelNEXT is the event division of eChannelNEWS and TechnoPlanet Productions Inc., a global marketing and communications firm serving the technology channel since 1993.
Learn more at www.technoplanet.com.
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ChannelNEXT 26: Building the Intelligent Channel
ChannelNEXT 26 is where MSPs and IT leaders come to sharpen their strategy, expand their networks, and future-proof their businesses. Hosted in a resort-style environment, the experience blends high-impact learning, peer-to-peer collaboration, and unforgettable networking.
Key Focus Areas
- Cybersecurity & Cyber Resilience: From AI-driven threats to scalable defense strategies.
- Digital Transformation 2.0: Turning innovation into measurable business value.
- Artificial Intelligence in the Channel: Monetization, automation, and ethical adoption.
- Sustainability & ESG: Why responsible IT is now a competitive advantage.
- Business Growth & Valuation: Scaling smarter in an uncertain economy.
Signature Experiences
- Lions’ Den
Vendors pitch their boldest ideas in just 3 minutes—attendees vote live to crown the winner. - Mastermind Peer Groups
Facilitated, off-the-record discussions where real challenges meet real solutions. - Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem
An exclusive framework of tools, partners, and strategies to help you grow and protect your cybersecurity practice.
With a 98% attendee satisfaction rate, ChannelNEXT continues to evolve—guided directly by the feedback, priorities, and ambitions of the channel. When you register, you can submit your key discussion topics in advance to help shape the agenda.
The ChannelNEXT Advisory Board
The ChannelNEXT Advisory Board plays a vital role in shaping the direction, relevance, and long-term success of the ChannelNEXT events. Comprised of respected industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners from across the technology channel, the Board ensures that our initiatives remain grounded in real-world challenges and aligned with the evolving needs of the market.
Our advisors provide strategic guidance on emerging trends, business priorities, and market dynamics—supporting ChannelNEXT deliver content, experiences, and conversations that truly matter. Their insights directly influence the design and execution of our in-person activities, including ChannelNEXT events, Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Summits, the Reseller Choice Awards, Canada’s 50 Best Managed IT Companies Awards, and the Women in Tech Awards.
By incorporating diverse perspectives from across Canada and beyond, the Advisory Board helps us foster innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration within the channel. They act as a trusted sounding board, ensuring our programs not only reflect where the industry is today, but where it’s headed tomorrow.
Through their leadership and commitment, the ChannelNEXT Advisory Board strengthens our mission to connect, inform, and empower the technology channel—driving meaningful outcomes for partners, sponsors, and attendees alike.
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The Future Is Happening Now
The 2026 ChannelNEXT Conferences are redefining what it means to lead in the MSP and IT services space. The question isn’t whether the industry will change—it’s whether you’ll be ready to lead it.
Are you in?