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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ChannelNEXT26: Shaping the Future Intelligent Channel
ChannelNEXT26 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.
- Andy Larin, Founder & CEO allCare IT | AI & Cybersecurity Strategist | Compliance Advisor | Cyber Risk Expert | CISO | vCISO | CSO | vCSO | CTO | vCTO | CIO | vCIO
- Barb Paluszkiewicz, CEO of Canada’s Only Certified IT Service Provider CDN Technologies
- Chris Fabes, Vice President leading SHI Canada | Past roles include Head Of Canada Channels and Worldwide Sales and Strategy MSP, CSP and Global Partner at Lenovo
- Evgeniy Kharam, Chief Strategy Officer Cybersecurity | Product Evangelist | TEDx Speaker | Podcaster | Author | Past roles include VP Cybersecurity Architecture Herjavec Group
- Jeffrey Jansen, Vendor Relationship Officer | PC Corp 29 years I Trust X Advisory Council 8 years
- Joe Ussia, CEO of Canada’s Top 100 Solution Providers | Solution Provider of the Year | Top Service Org | Top Security Org | One of the top MSP501 global solution providers (ranked 87th in the world in 2025)
- Michael Contento, ounder at Simple Mystery | Serial Entrepreneur | Author | Deliver simplicity, drive growth | Past roles include CEO My Blue Umbrella | Managing Partner at F12
- Mike Pearlstein, EO Fusion Computing | Managed IT | Leadership | CISSP | Cyber and AI Expert
- Natalie Benitah, CEO InsideOut Impact Group | Strategic Growth & Transformation Advisor | Executive Coach Scaling Businesses & People | Founder | Speaker | Ex-Fortune 50 Executive Leader | Past roles include senior roles at Microsoft, HP and HPE
- Nim Nadarajah, CEO Critical Matrix | C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker
- Simon-David Williams, President Groupe ISM inc | Vice-président exécutif du Groupe Millenium Micro
- Vincent Fung, CEO, ExperaIT.com | Helping Businesses Thrive & Stay Protected from Cyber Threats with World Class IT Services & Cyber Security Solutions | Award Winning Keynote Speaker | Author | Cyber Security | IT Strategy
(Check out their profiles in the video below)
The Future Is Happening Now
The ChannelNEXT26 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. Today’s MSP is powered by an AI OS.
Are you in?