Utrecht, Netherlands

Crowne Plaza Utrecht - Central Station

Headline Sponsor
Utrecht 2025

6 November 2025 — Crowne Plaza Utrecht - Central Station

MSP Channel Insights Roadshow — Utrecht 2025

Utrecht is rapidly emerging as a key technology hub in the Netherlands, celebrated for its innovative spirit, robust digital infrastructure, and thriving startup ecosystem.

Positioned in the heart of the country, this dynamic city is becoming a focal point for managed service providers, cybersecurity experts, and IT innovators alike.

With its strategic location, excellent connectivity, and collaborative business environment, Utrecht offers a unique platform for MSPs to explore cutting-edge technologies and drive digital transformation in today’s evolving IT landscape.

Event Attendees

Proxsys
ITQ Managed Services
Conscia NL
MMOX
Cheops Technology
MostWare
De Technische Jongens
KaPé Automatisering
Benelux-IT
LT Business Advisors
Advisor ICT Solutions
Hallo
Tredion
Actabyte
MMOX Cyber Secure
KPN
Finaps
SCALE IT
ELDIKIT-advisors
PwC

Event Sponsors

Event Agenda

This event will be presented in Dutch.

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.

Participants Include

Richard Bordes
Richard BordesEvent Moderator
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

Richard Bordes
Richard BordesEvent Moderator

Participants Include

Eef Gorter
Eef GorterPROXSYS*
Erik Loef
Erik LoefPROXSYS*
10:30 Panel Session

Panel 1: Strengthening Cybersecurity for MSPs

As MSPs shoulder greater responsibility for their clients’ security posture, the threat landscape continues to grow more complex. This session explores the realities of defending against evolving cyberattacks, balancing compliance obligations, and maintaining trust with clients. Attendees will hear how other MSPs are adapting their security stack and services to stay ahead of ransomware, phishing, and zero-day threats while managing cost and operational burden.

Moderated by

Richard Bordes
Richard BordesEvent Moderator

Participants Include

Hans ten Hove
Hans ten HoveKaseya
Johan Bakker
Johan BakkerThreatDown
Maarten Werff
Maarten WerffConscia Nederland
Vasile Bota
Vasile BotaAccesa
Zahier Madhar
Zahier MadharCheck Point
11:05

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 networking time - where you can dive in deeper with the sponsors. Presented by Threatlocker and NinjaOne.

11:15

Networking Break & Refreshments

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

11:45 Panel Session

Panel 2: AI-Driven Automation for MSPs

The promise of AI is no longer a future concept - it’s already reshaping how MSPs deliver and manage IT services. This panel examines real-world use cases of AI in MSP environments, from automated ticketing and intelligent alerting to predictive analytics and proactive client service. Join the conversation to hear how peers are integrating AI into operations while navigating the challenges around training, transparency, and practical value.

Moderated by

Richard Bordes
Richard BordesEvent Moderator

Participants Include

Björn Leenen
Björn LeenenKaseya
Gerjon Kunst
Gerjon KunstRawWorks
Johan Bakker
Johan BakkerThreatDown
Rob Akershoek
Rob AkershoekDXC Technology
Tycho Löke
Tycho LökeAvePoint
12:15

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.

Boardroom 1
12:15
Session by Kaseya
13:00
Session by Kaseya
Boardroom 2
12:15
Session by Check Point
13:00
Session by Malwarebytes
13:45

Lunch & Informal Networking

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

14:45

Strategic Insight Roundtable Sessions (Part 2)

The second round of focused discussions, ensuring every delegate gains exposure to all sponsors and themes.

Boardroom 1
14:45
Session by Check Point
Boardroom 2
14:45
Session by Malwarebytes
15:30 Panel Session

Panel 3: Sales, Marketing & Growth Strategies for MSPs

This panel brings together MSP leaders and channel experts to discuss what’s driving MSP growth right now. From investing in a new era of marketing and digital channels to leveraging partnerships, shaping strong go-to-market value propositions, and embracing AI and automation in sales and operations – discover frontline insights to help your MSP scale, stand out, and succeed.

Moderated by

Richard Bordes
Richard BordesEvent Moderator

Participants Include

Jeanôt Muller
Jeanôt MullerOnited
Jenna Vreugdenhil
Jenna VreugdenhilKaseya
Tycho Löke
Tycho LökeAvePoint
16:00 Panel Session

Panel 4: Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Expansion

Whether you’re preparing to grow through acquisition, considering a future exit, or simply trying to understand market dynamics, this panel offers strategic insight into M&A for MSPs. Hear from operators and advisors on what makes a business attractive to buyers, how to assess acquisition opportunities, and what the roadmap looks like from first conversation to post-deal integration.

Moderated by

Richard Bordes
Richard BordesEvent Moderator

Participants Include

Frank Ruigrok
Frank RuigrokTechone
Hans ten Hove
Hans ten HoveKaseya
Mark Philips
Mark PhilipsYour.Cloud
Rob Verbeek
Rob VerbeekOnited
Tom van Dael
Tom van DaelHallo
Tycho Löke
Tycho LökeAvePoint
16:30

Wrap-Up & Closing Insights

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

16:35

Drinks Reception & Networking

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

Event Speakers

Vasile Bota

Vasile Bota

Cybersecurity Service Portfolio Manager

Accesa

Tycho Löke

Tycho Löke

Channel Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer

AvePoint

Zahier Madhar

Zahier Madhar

Enterprise Architect, Check Point Evangelist, Office of the CTO

Check Point

Maarten Werff

Maarten Werff

Solution Consultant

Conscia Nederland

Rob Akershoek

Rob Akershoek

IT4IT / DevOps Architect

DXC Technology

Richard Bordes

Richard Bordes

Event Moderator

Tom van Dael

Tom van Dael

CFO

Hallo

Björn Leenen

Björn Leenen

Principal Solutions Engineer

Kaseya

Hans ten Hove

Hans ten Hove

AVP, Account Management

Kaseya

Jenna Vreugdenhil

Jenna Vreugdenhil

Channel Development Manager

Kaseya

Jeanôt Muller

Jeanôt Muller

Sales Director

Onited

Rob Verbeek

Rob Verbeek

Founder & Advisor to the board

Onited

Eef Gorter

Eef Gorter

CEO

PROXSYS*

Erik Loef

Erik Loef

CTO and Owner

PROXSYS*

Gerjon Kunst

Gerjon Kunst

CTO

RawWorks

Frank Ruigrok

Frank Ruigrok

Director Strategy & Growth

Techone

Johan Bakker

Johan Bakker

MSP Mentor, Founder of MSP Mentor | Strategic ThreatDown MSP Partner | Speaker

ThreatDown

Mark Philips

Mark Philips

Portfolio Director

Your.Cloud