London, United Kingdom

Conrad London St. James

Headline Sponsor
London 2026

2 June 2026 — Conrad London St. James

MSP Channel Insights Roadshow — London 2026

London stands at the forefront of the UK’s technology landscape, recognised globally as a leading hub for managed service providers, cybersecurity experts, and cloud innovators.

With its unparalleled digital infrastructure, access to world-class talent, and a dynamic blend of financial, enterprise, and tech sectors, London offers MSPs a unique platform to drive digital transformation and pioneer next-generation IT solutions.

The city’s vibrant ecosystem of startups, established enterprises, and research institutions fosters collaboration and innovation, making London a prime destination for exploring emerging technologies, advancing cybersecurity, and shaping the future of managed services in the UK and beyond.

Event Attendees

CloudClevr
VodafoneThree
Cybit
InTEC group
Max Cloud Services
Iglu Tech Group
Coup Technology
GCX
Nanjgel IT Solutions
INTERCITY TECHNOLOGY
Smart CT
Cysiam
Your.Cloud
The Channel Recruiter
BITS Group
networklife group
BTLITC
Dataquest Group
Waterstons
Italtel Deutschland

Event Sponsors

Event Agenda

This event will be presented in English.

09:00

Registration Opens

Meet and greet, collect your badge, and connect with peers over coffee as we set the stage for a day of insight, networking, and strategic discussion!

09:55

Welcome Remarks

Opening message from the event moderator with key information about the day’s schedule, delegate structure, and event format.

10:00 Panel Session

Fireside Chat: Scaling Smart – A Candid Conversation with a High-Growth MSP

This opening discussion features an MSP leader who has successfully scaled their business. From growth milestones and leadership lessons to navigating customer expectations and strategic pivots, hear how they’ve built resilience, driven innovation, and stayed ahead in a fast-changing market.

Moderated by

Alex Wood
Alex WoodAWP Content

Participants Include

Patrick Burgess
Patrick BurgessNutbourne
Marcus Evans
Marcus EvansNutbourne
10:30 Panel Session

Panel 1: Cybersecurity & Resilience – Navigating Threats in an AI-Enhanced World

As threat actors become more sophisticated and AI reshapes both defence and offence, MSPs must adapt. This panel explores monetising security services, ensuring operational resilience, and staying compliant in a volatile cyber landscape.

Moderated by

Alex Wood
Alex WoodAWP Content

Participants Include

Dean Ellerby
Dean EllerbyRobopack
Madalina Cristea
Madalina CristeaOneAdvanced
Paul Mardling
Paul MardlingRedcentric
11:00

Micro Insight Sessions

Quickfire sponsor-led sessions sharing sharp, non-salesy insights in just 3 minutes each. Designed to educate and spark ideas ahead of the networking time - where you can dive in deeper with the sponsors. Delivered by Ionos, NinjaOne, Rencore, SonicWall and Threatlocker.

11:20

Networking Break & Refreshments

Take a break, grab a coffee, and connect with fellow delegates and sponsors in a relaxed setting.

11:50 Panel Session

Panel 2: Smarter Sales & Marketing – Winning in a Crowded MSP Landscape

Standing out requires strategy, not just effort. This panel covers how MSPs are evolving their go-to-market approach with data, AI, and vertical specialisation to win high-value clients and drive repeatable, profitable growth.

Moderated by

Melanie Unwin
Melanie UnwinMogrify

Participants Include

Ben Chesterman
Ben ChestermanOpenText
Graham Stead
Graham SteadGrowth Habits
Ian Platt
Ian PlattRobopack
Nikki Laker
Nikki LakerOpus Technology
Tom Marwood
Tom MarwoodWestcoast Cloud
12:20

Strategic Insight Roundtable Sessions

Delegates break into small groups to rotate through focused, sponsor-led boardroom sessions. Expect practical discussions, real-world solutions, and collaborative problem-solving on topics that matter most to MSPs.

Boardroom 1
12:20
How Distribution Can Help MSPs Win in 2026 by Westcoast Cloud
12:55
Why Take-Off Is More Than Seat Belts and Tray Tables by OpenText
13:30
Leverage Agentless Endpoint Management to drive operational gains, cut costs and enable AI-ready services by Robopack
Boardroom 2
12:20
Leverage Agentless Endpoint Management to drive operational gains, cut costs and enable AI-ready services by Robopack
12:55
How Distribution Can Help MSPs Win in 2026 by Westcoast Cloud
13:25
Why Take-Off Is More Than Seat Belts and Tray Tables by OpenText
14:00

Lunch & Informal Networking

Enjoy a high-quality lunch while continuing conversations with fellow MSP leaders, sponsors, and speakers.

15:00 Panel Session

Panel 3: People, Culture, Recruitment & DEI – The New Competitive Edge for MSPs

As services commoditise, people strategy is becoming the defining differentiator for MSPs. This panel explores how leading MSPs are attracting and retaining the right talent, embedding diversity, equity and inclusion into their cultures, and developing future-ready leaders. The discussion will examine modern recruitment challenges, building inclusive and high-performing teams, and fostering agile, AI-aware organisations that can scale sustainably.

Moderated by

Sophie Milburn
Sophie MilburnMSP Channel Insights

Participants Include

Marc Sumner
Marc SumnerRobertson Sumner
Marcus Evans
Marcus EvansNutbourne
Tom Marwood
Tom MarwoodWestcoast Cloud
Yvonne Matzk
Yvonne MatzkCoachere
15:30 Panel Session

Panel 4: M&A, Investment & Growth Strategy – Building a Business That Scales or Sells

Whether your goal is expansion, acquisition, or preparing for sale, this panel offers insight into what drives valuation and strategic growth. Hear from MSPs, investors, and advisors on how to build a business fit for the next stage.

Moderated by

Alex Wood
Alex WoodAWP Content

Participants Include

Jesse Harfield
Jesse HarfieldFluidOne
Ken Roulston
Ken RoulstonEx2 Consultancy
Roy Shelton
Roy SheltonConnectus Business Solutions
16:00

Wrap-Up & Closing Insights

A short summary of the day’s key insights, with thanks to our sponsors, speakers, and delegates.

16:05

Drinks Reception & Networking

Unwind, connect further, and continue the conversation in an informal setting over drinks.

Event Speakers

Yvonne Matzk

Yvonne Matzk

Founder and CEO

Coachere

Roy Shelton

Roy Shelton

Group Chief Executive Officer

Connectus Business Solutions

Ken Roulston

Ken Roulston

Managing Partner

Ex2 Consultancy

Jesse Harfield

Jesse Harfield

Group Managing Director - IT Services at FluidOne

FluidOne

Graham Stead

Graham Stead

Managing Director

Growth Habits

Patrick Burgess

Patrick Burgess

Technical Director

Nutbourne

Marcus Evans

Marcus Evans

Managing Director

Nutbourne

Madalina Cristea

Madalina Cristea

Legal Director - Privacy Cybersecurity & AI

OneAdvanced

Ben Chesterman

Ben Chesterman

Channel Account Manager

OpenText

Nikki Laker

Nikki Laker

Marketing Director

Opus Technology

Paul Mardling

Paul Mardling

CTO

Redcentric

Marc Sumner

Marc Sumner

CEO

Robertson Sumner

Dean Ellerby

Dean Ellerby

VP Product and Community

Robopack

Ian Platt

Ian Platt

Channel Director

Robopack

Tom Marwood

Tom Marwood

Technical Sales Director

Westcoast Cloud