15+ MSP Events to Watch Out for in 2023

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The pandemic forced people to work from home and switch to remote working. It restricted access to events and limited peer networking opportunities. After two long years, events and conferences began picking up their pace in 2022 and this year it is back with a bang with multiple events scheduled around the year.

For MSPs and IT service providers, these events and conferences are a great opportunity to interact and build long-lasting relationships with their network, customers, and vendors. It also offers insights to take strategic decisions for your business in line with the current economic scenario. 

This year’s events line-up looks pretty interesting and we at SuperOps.ai can't wait to meet everyone. Here’s the list of MSP events for 2023. 

1. SuperSummit

SuperSummit is SuperOps.ai's city meetups happening across the globe. SuperOps.ai announces the location a month prior to the event. This event is unlike anything you've ever seen - FREE event with lots of networking, beer, banter and no product pitches (Yes, you read that right). This is where it gets even more interesting - a theme's chosen for every meetup!

Where: 30 Euston Square, London

When: March 23, 2023

Website: https://supersummit.com/

Theme: Future-proof your MSP

2. SMB TechFest

SMB TechFest is a quarterly technology conference aimed towards Solution Providers, MSPs, VARs, Cloud Partners, Security, Telecom, IT Pros, Application Partners, and more. It features industry expert speakers, content, and an Expo Hall to showcase leading solutions and products. 

Where: AV Irvine Event Center, 16500 Scientific, Irvine, California. 

Website: https://www.smbtechfest.com/

  • SMB TechFest Q1

When: Feb 9-10 

  • SMB TechFest Q2 

When: May 4-5

  • SMB TechFest Q3

When: Jul 27-28

  • SMB TechFest Q4 

When: Oct 19-20

3. MSP Expo 

MSP Expo is one of the fastest-growing MSP/Channel events for companies of all sizes, including MSPs and traditional resellers and agents. It is for MSPs, Channel/Reseller Execs, Service Provider Professionals, and Solutions Providers Partners to come together and discuss opportunities, security, and business growth. 

When: Feb 14-17

Where: Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

Website: https://www.mspexpo.com/east/ 

4. ASCII 

ASCII is one of the popular MSP conferences where MSPs meet, network, and learn. It helps  MSPs grow their business by investigating new recurring revenue opportunities, exploring new partnerships, and learning about the latest industry trends.

  • ASCII Orange County 

When: Feb 22-23 

Where: Newport Beach, CA

Website: https://events.ascii.com/california/

  • ASCII Atlanta 

When: March 22-23

Where: Atlanta, GA

Website: https://events.ascii.com/atlanta/

  • ASCII Dallas 

When: April 19-20

Where: Dallas, TX

Website: https://events.ascii.com/dallas/

  • ASCII NJ

When: May 24-25 

Where: Newark, NJ

Website: https://events.ascii.com/newark/ 

  • ASCII Tampa / St. Pete

When: Jun 21-22

Where: Tampa, FL

Website: https://events.ascii.com/tampa/

  • ASCII Columbus 

When: July 12-13 

Where: Columbus, OH

Website: https://events.ascii.com/columbus/

  • ASCII Chicago 

When: Sep 20-21 

Where: Chicago, IL

Website: https://events.ascii.com/chicago/

  • ASCII Washington D.C

When: Oct 18-19

Where: Washington, DC

Website: https://events.ascii.com/washdcmetro/

5. Dublin Tech Summit

Dublin Tech Summit (DTS) is a two-day conference that brings together an international community of innovators, thought-leader and influencers in the tech space.

When: May 31 - Jun 1

Where: Dublin, Ireland

Website: https://dublintechsummit.tech/ 

6. IT Nation London 

IT Nation is an IT conference by ConnectWise featuring speakers, sessions, and peer networking opportunities that are focused on in-depth product training, business best practices, and thought leadership to drive business growth. 

When: March 20-22 

Where: Royal Lancaster London Hotel, London, UK

Website: https://www.connectwise.com/theitnation/connect-emea

7. NERCOMP Annual Conference 

NERCOMP Annual Conference is where the community of IT professionals, faculty, researchers, learners, and institutions come together to engage, network, and learn from each other's experiences in advancing innovation and leadership in higher education. 

When: Mar 27-29 

Where: Providence, RI

Website: https://nercomp.org/learn-network/annual-conference/

8. Connect IT Global 

Connect IT Global is a conference designed for IT service industry leaders and experts looking to help build systems, evolve their companies, and help lead the industry. 

When: April 24-27 

Where: MGM Grand Resort, Las Vegas NV

Website: https://www.connectit.com/global/

9. Channel Partners Conference & Expo

Channel Partners Conference & Expo partners is an event where MSPs can upskill, and build on their team, organization, and connections to address expectations from customers who want real expertise and outcomes.


When: May 1- 4 

Where: The Venetian, Las Vegas, NV. 

Website: https://channelpartnersconference.com/

10. InnoTech Austin

The InnoTech exhibition and conference provide a unique opportunity for technology companies, government organizations, and businesses worldwide to exhibit their latest cyber developments and solutions in the international innovation arena.

When: May 3

Where: Austin Convention Center, Austin 

Website: https://www.innotechaustin.com/

11. Channel Partners Europe

Channels Partners Europe is a premier channel event that showcases innovation, drives digital transformation, and provides channel insights and education for partners from the information and communications industries. 

When: Jun 13-14 

Where: etc. venues County Hall, London, UK

Website: https://channelevolutioneurope.com/

12. CompTIA 

CompTIA events offer an opportunity to reconnect and develop your business and your career with tech innovators and thought leaders in the channel.

  • CompTIA ChannelCon 

When: Aug 2-4 

Where: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL

Website: https://connect.comptia.org/channelcon

  • CompTIA EMEA

When: Oct 2-3

Where: etc. venues County Hall, London 

Website: https://connect.comptia.org/emea

13. DattoCon23

DattoCon 23 brings together the industry’s best-to-talk everything MSP and major cybersecurity updates for the year. 

When: Oct 2-4 

Where: Intercontinental, Miami, FL

Website: https://www.dattocon.com/

14. Acronis Summit

Acronis Summit is a conference aimed towards MSPs and IT leaders that shares insights on the latest cybersecurity threats and offers learnings on how to protect and grow your business. 

When: Oct 16-18 

Where: Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Miami beach, FL

Website: https://acronis.events/

15. MSP Summit

The MSP Summit brings together ICT professionals to build relationships, showcase top solutions & stay up-to-date on the latest trends. 

When: Oct 30 - Nov 2 

Where: Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Miami Beach, FL 

Website: https://themspsummit.com/

16. VMware Explore

VMware Explore is a flagship event for all things multi-cloud. It aims to facilitate new relationships, inspire learning, and provide hands-on training and access to thought leadership in the multi-cloud space.

When: Aug 21-24 

Where: The Venetian, Las Vegas, NV 

Website: https://www.vmware.com/explore.html

When: Nov 6-9 

Where: Fira Barcelona Gran Via. Barcelona, Spain 

Website: https://www.vmware.com/explore/eu.html

17. ConnectWise IT Nation

ConnectWise IT Nation is a premier thought-leadership conference for TSPs to promote education, inspiration, and networking in the community. It provides an opportunity for the attendees to learn and grow through collaborative and genuine peer interaction.

When: Nov 8-10

Where: Rosen Shingle Creek, Orlando, FL

Website: https://www.connectwise.com/theitnation/connect-na

Mark your calendars and we’ll see you there!

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