Manchester, UK

MSP Channel Insights Roadshow - Manchester 2026
Manchester has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s leading digital and tech hubs, known for its rich industrial heritage, vibrant innovation scene, and a thriving community of technology-driven businesses.
With a strong regional infrastructure, access to top-tier universities, and a rapidly growing base of MSPs, cybersecurity firms, and cloud providers, Manchester offers fertile ground for collaboration, innovation, and growth within the managed services sector.
As a centre of excellence for digital transformation in the North of England, Manchester provides a strategic platform for MSPs to engage with industry peers, explore evolving client needs, and stay ahead of trends in cybersecurity, AI, and IT service delivery.
Event Agenda
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.
Welcome Remarks
Opening message from the event moderator with key information about the day’s schedule, delegate structure, and event format.
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.
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.
Micro Insight Sessions
Quickfire sponsor-led sessions sharing sharp, non-salesy insights in just five minutes each. Designed to educate and spark ideas ahead of the deeper roundtable discussions.
Networking Break & Refreshments
Take a break, grab a coffee, and connect with fellow delegates and sponsors in a relaxed setting.
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.
Strategic Insight Roundtable Sessions (Part 1)
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.
Lunch & Informal Networking
Enjoy a high-quality lunch while continuing conversations with fellow MSP leaders, sponsors, and speakers.
Strategic Insight Roundtable Sessions (Part 2)
The second round of focused discussions, ensuring every delegate gains exposure to all sponsors and themes.
Panel 3: People, Culture & Leadership – The New Differentiator for MSPs
As services commoditise, people and culture are emerging as key competitive advantages. This session explores how leading MSPs are retaining talent, developing future leaders, and fostering agile, AI-aware teams.
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.
Wrap-Up & Closing Insights
A short summary of the day’s key insights, with thanks to our sponsors, speakers, and delegates.
Drinks Reception & Networking
Unwind, connect further, and continue the conversation in an informal setting over drinks.
End of Event
Event Speakers
Polly Brennan

Tom Heyes

Alex Wood

Stephen Hobson

Ken Roulston

Graham Stead

Matt Fooks

Venue Details
Manchester
M15 6PQ