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Final days to enter! ⏳The @CRN Best of the Channel Awards are your chance to recognize the people and organizations driving innovation and leadership across the channel. Entries close May 26. Don’t wait. Submit yours now: okt.to/XiJUft #CRNBestOfTheChannel

We’ll let our attendees do the talking: “XChange is the best event in the industry.” See firsthand what sets XChange apart, from high-impact discussions to meaningful, curated connections. 📅 August 9–11 in National Harbor, MD. ✅Apply to attend: okt.to/38qhmp

Ready to take the next step in your MSP journey? At XChange NexGen, you’ll step away from the day-to-day and into 3 days of focused growth—surrounded by leaders who are building what’s next. - Learn what’s working from top-performing MSPs - Discover trends shaping the future of managed services - Build partnerships that fuel long-term success And as a hosted attendee, we cover your travel + stay. 📍 Join us October 18–20 in Orlando, FL Apply now—spaces are limited. ➡️ okt.to/EQ1Vmi #xchange #MSPCommunity #ChannelGrowth #ITLeaders

Sign up here to receive our weekly newsletter, CRN Channel Essentials, in your inbox: okt.to/BARcdL. In the Thursday, May 21 edition of CRN Channel Essentials, @CRN Senior Associate Editor CJ Fairfield breaks down her takeaways from her session on generational differences among women in corporate America at last week's Women of the Channel Leadership Summit West, hosted by our parent company, The Channel Company. While CJ says she and her fellow moderator, Brenda Hudson, senior vice president of corporate sales, sales enablement, learning and development at @InsightEnt, figured out corporate life in wildly different ways, the generational divide wasn't what stood out most: The humanity was. You'll learn more when you read tomorrow's edition of CRN Channel Essentials, a weekly newsletter written by a CRN editor on a particular news story, topic or trend that is pertinent to the channel community.

Tech vendors: if driving midmarket pipeline is a priority, don’t miss this event. Your next best customers aren’t clicking ads – they’re showing up in person, looking for partners they can trust. 📍 MES Fall ☀️ Marco Island, FL 📅 September 20–22 We’re putting you face-to-face with pre-qualified, budget-holding IT decision-makers who are actively evaluating new solutions. The results speak for themselves: • Boardroom sessions with 8-10 midmarket execs – built for real conversations, not surface-level pitches • 60% new attendees each year = fresh opportunities • 83% of 2025 attendees planned follow-up meetings with sponsors This is a high-impact, high-intent environment designed for vendors who want real results – not just visibility. 👉 Secure your sponsorship and get in front of the leaders ready to act: okt.to/90i4Pb.

One week left to be part of it! The energy, the connections, the recognition. @CRN's Best of the Channel Awards celebrates the best in our industry. With the extended deadline on May 26 at 11:55 p.m., now is your chance to join them. Submit your entry today: okt.to/mgVpAj

At XChange NexGen, sponsors don’t just get visibility—they get face-to-face access to pre-qualified MSP decision-makers actively exploring new solutions and partnerships. Join us October 18–20 in Orlando, FL and connect through curated meetings, boardrooms, and meaningful conversations designed to drive pipeline impact. Ready to turn conversations into opportunities? Let’s talk ➡️ okt.to/w7AtWl #xchange #MSP #ChannelPartners #SponsorshipOpportunity

Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z women in the IT channel may be chasing the same goals (e.g., better careers and workplaces), but new research from our parent company, @TheChannelCo, shows they are arriving there with very different frustrations, expectations and definitions of success. CJ Fairfield breaks down key takeaways from the research, which Amy Wilde, The Channel Company’s director of data and research, presented at last week’s @WOTChannel Summit West in Carlsbad, Calif. CJ also spoke with Stacy Whitley, director of strategic memberships at the @GTIAofficial, for her perspective on the findings: okt.to/28guTa

Pipeline starts with the right conversations, with the right people. The audience at XChange Security shows up and follows through: ✔️ 73% set follow-up meetings with sponsors ✔️ 60% request a proposal after onsite meetings 👉 Request sponsorship details: okt.to/TyVuHO

Across the IT industry, MSPs are seeing success in the early rollout of AI agents for their clients, and the next step is monetizing them. As part of our 2026 MSP Week, CJ Fairfield spoke with the following MSP executives to learn about their experiences: - Tanaz Choudhury, president and CEO, TanChes Global Management, Inc. - Melvin Williams, CEO, M&N Communications LLC - Paul Vedder, co-founder and CEO, VXIT - Sandy McGrath, president, MIPGlobal - Bill Campbell, CISSP, CSCP, CEO, @Balancelogic - Shayon Mazumder, managed IT services practice leader, @MREConsulting - Brandon Sanford, senior consultant, cloud engineering and architecture, MRE Consulting okt.to/ZTjlyK

A CEO-level perspective on what’s next in the channel starts at the Best of Breed Conference. Join top industry leaders October 12–13 in Atlanta, for strategic insight and real conversations that matter. Apply to attend: okt.to/10lPDi

Deadline extended. ✅ There’s still time to submit your entry for the @CRN Best of the Channel Awards and earn industry‑wide recognition. Deadline extended through May 26: okt.to/vfkHoR We know you and your team made an impact through leadership, innovation, and results. Submit your entry and get recognized by CRN!

Most IT leaders spend their year reacting. Reacting to outages. Reacting to security threats. Reacting to budget pressure, AI disruption, and compliance changes. Our Midsize Enterprise Summit (MES) Fall event is for midmarket IT leaders who want to stop reacting and start steering. 📅 September 20-22 ☀️ Marco Island, FL Across the three days, you'll gain: • Strategic guidance from top industry experts, including a @Gartner keynote unveiling our latest State of the Midmarket research • Direct exposure to the technologies redefining infrastructure and security • Executive boardroom conversations informed by real‑world challenges and peer perspectives • A trusted network of IT peers, fostering candid dialogue and long-term professional relationships We cover your hotel, airfare, meals, and full event access, allowing you to focus on the insights that will move your organization forward. If you're responsible for guiding IT strategy, this event belongs on your calendar. Apply to attend 👉 okt.to/8s7VH9. #MES

One week left to enter! The @CRN Best of the Channel Awards are your chance to recognize the people and organizations driving innovation and leadership across the channel. Submit an entry today: okt.to/i6rdfO

The security brands driving the industry will be at XChange Security. Connect directly with leading security vendors and solution providers focused on real partnerships and real growth. July 12–14 | Frisco, TX Apply to attend. Space is limited: okt.to/xiLu8z

Less than 2 weeks away from the entry deadline for @CRN's Best of the Channel Awards! Don't miss the opportunity to spotlight the individuals, teams and companies making an impact on the channel. Submit an entry: okt.to/Wfdzhe

Tired of events where you talk to everyone except the people who can buy? That’s why #MES Fall exists. Show off how your solutions modernize IT and drive real business impact. Why Sponsor? ✔ Face‑time with qualified midmarket IT buyers ✔ High‑impact boardroom sessions for hands‑on demos ✔ Fresh pipeline every year – 60% new attendees ✔ Conversations that actually convert – 88% of 2025 attendees plan to follow up with the sponsors they met ✔ Sponsorship options built to fit your goals and budget 💡 Tech Vendors Choose MES for: Real connections • Real influence • Real ROI If midmarket expansion is the mission, MES Fall is the launchpad. Let’s make it happen 👉 okt.to/Ii6pk2.

Meet our next #MESBrandAmbassador: Robin Smith – logistics whisperer, chaos‑tamer, and the quiet hero behind our smooth events. Robin’s been steering @TheChannelCo events for 28 years💥 4.5 of them officially, and the rest as our go‑to contract powerhouse. Her energy and organizational finesse are simply undeniable! 🦸‍♀️ Her superpower? Delivering flawless sponsor experiences every. single. time. We’re talking:  ✔️ Perfectly coordinated logistics  ✔️ Branding that magically appears where it should  ✔️ Session details that don’t require a decoder ring  ✔️ Booth numbers that actually match the map  ✔️ And answering sponsor questions before they even know they have them She works across every department like a human API, ensuring sponsors always have the most accurate, up‑to‑date info. If events had a superhero league, Robin would be the one everyone else calls for backup. When she’s not making event days look easy, she’s unwinding with her go‑to shows (Friends, Ted Lasso, and Lincoln Lawyer) – a trio we can all agree is solid comfort‑TV gold.  🏝️⚽🩰 She’s happiest with her toes in the sand or on the sidelines, cheering on her kids at their games. Whether it’s beach days or sports days, that’s where she lights up. Connect with Robin on social and catch her at MES Fall this September! Want to sponsor and experience her event magic firsthand? 👉okt.to/PgrFlZ.   Stay tuned...more MES legends coming soon!

The best partnerships don’t start with a pitch—they start with a conversation. At XChange NexGen, sponsors meet pre‑qualified MSP leaders who are actively evaluating solutions, shaping portfolios, and scaling their businesses. It’s focused, intentional, and built for real growth. 📅 October 18–20 | 📍 Orlando, FL Interested in sponsoring? Let’s connect! Become a Sponsor ➡️ okt.to/Im04Mg #xchange #sponsorship #MSP

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