Key Takeaways
- The Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit 2026 will take place on April 13-16, 2026, at The Venetian in Las Vegas
- The event will feature a keynote address from Food Network star Robert Irvine, as well as an expanded programming slate with new leadership tracks and peer-led sessions
- The conference will focus on helping attendees navigate the latest trends in AI, cybersecurity, cloud, communications, and managed services
- The event will include an exhibitor expo hall with over 350 exhibitors, dedicated networking programs, and a range of educational sessions and workshops
- Early-bird registration is now open, with pricing details and conference tracks available on the event website
Introduction to the Channel Partners Conference & Expo
The Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit 2026 is set to return to The Venetian in Las Vegas on April 13-16, 2026. This flagship event is expected to bring together top technology advisors, agents, MSPs, resellers, integrators, and enterprise channel leaders for four days of strategy work, educational sessions, and high-value networking. The 2026 programming slate is built around the theme of Channel Velocity, which aims to help attendees navigate the ever-changing shifts in AI, cybersecurity, cloud, communications, and managed services.
Keynote Address and Programming Highlights
The event will feature a keynote address from celebrity chef and entrepreneur Robert Irvine, whose talk, "Overcoming Impossible," will explore what it takes to lead and execute at speed. Irvine will challenge channel leaders to build organizations that move faster, make smarter decisions, and maintain momentum in the face of constant change. The conference will also include an energized keynote lineup featuring top channel leaders, analysts, industry strategists, and partner executives. Additionally, there will be an all-new CEO track, built for technology advisors, agent leaders, and C-suite executives to discuss market expansion, team performance, financial optimization, and more.
Expo Hall and Networking Opportunities
The 350+ exhibitor expo hall will showcase next-generation solutions across connectivity, infrastructure, security, SaaS, and managed services. The event will also feature dedicated networking programs for deal-making, partner discovery, and executive-level collaboration. Longer expo hours will allow attendees to experience the theater floor beer garden, podcast zone, and golf competitions. The MSP Summit, which is now in its sixth year, will offer MSPs cutting-edge sessions, networking, and access to industry trailblazers.
Industry Insights and Value Proposition
According to Robert Demarzo, Senior Conference Director, Channel Events Informa, the Channel Partners Conference and Expo is the industry’s largest independent gathering for partners who want to learn best practices from their peers in a vendor and platform-neutral environment. This unique value proposition is driven by the channel partner board, which serves as the voice of today’s partners. The event is expected to deliver insights, relationships, and real-world tools that will allow every attendee to walk away ready to lead the next evolution of the channel.
Registration and Sponsorship Opportunities
Early-bird registration is now open through February 13, 2026, with pricing details and conference tracks available on the event website. For additional information on exhibition or sponsorship opportunities, contact [email protected]. The Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit 2026 promises to be an exciting and informative event that will help attendees stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving technology channel.
About the Channel Partners Conference & Expo
The Channel Partners Conference & Expo is the leading independent event for technology advisors, MSPs, VARs, and the broader partner ecosystem. Co-located with the MSP Summit, the conference convenes thousands of channel professionals each year for education, innovation, and strategic growth. For nearly 30 years, the Channel Partners Conference & Expo has brought together top partners, providers, and innovators to shape what’s next, while the MSP Summit has become a cornerstone for the managed-services community with its expanding year-round programming. Together, the two events offer the most complete view of the channel’s evolution, delivering expert-led workshops, focused education tracks, and unmatched networking opportunities with more than 7,800 professionals and 350 sponsors.
