--- title: GTIA Channel Executive Summit --- × ### Join the event Processing your access… [Register Now ](https://channelcon.gtia.org/executive-summit#) [![Standard_JPG-Logo_GTIA_Acronym-Only_RGB](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Standard_JPG-Logo_GTIA_Acronym-Only_RGB.jpg?height=40&name=Standard_JPG-Logo_GTIA_Acronym-Only_RGB.jpg) ](https://channelcon.gtia.org/executive-summit#) By invitation only • AT [ChannelCon](https://channelcon.gtia.org/executive-summit#) --- ## GTIA Channel Executive Summit AUG. 3–4, 2026   |   MARRIOTT MARQUIS SAN DIEGO [ Reserve My Seat ](https://share.hsforms.com/1xPyvki4gT4eQ8Nf7DUShAQsr3ve) ![Hero-Envelope](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Hero-Envelope.png) --- ![Dan Wensley](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Letter-Image.png) **You are invited to join an exceptional gathering of channel leadership. ** The **GTIA Channel Executive Summit** is an exclusive, invitation-only program extended to a select group of technology vendor, distributor, and IT service provider executives. While ChannelCon welcomes 2,000+ industry professionals, this Summit convenes only the leaders who are defining the future of our industry—those navigating the most consequential shifts in partnership strategy, service delivery, and AI-driven transformation. **Exclusive Executive Summit Programming** *(closed to all other ChannelCon attendees): * - A private dinner with the GTIA Board of Directors - Executive-only sessions with JP Morgan economic analyst - Facilitated, off-the-record roundtables with C-level peers - Closed-door panels on AI transformation - Executive networking lunch - Summit facilitation by Theresa Caragol **Full Access to ChannelCon:** - All keynotes, sessions, and networking events - Technology Vendor Fair receptions - 80s Party at Rady Shell with three special performances by iconic 80s artists - Ron Howard keynote and GTIA Innovate Awards You'll depart with sharper strategic clarity, meaningful peer relationships forged in executive-only dialogue, and actionable intelligence on where the channel is moving—and how to lead it. **This invitation is reserved for executives shaping what comes next.** We look forward to your participation. ![Dan-Signature](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Dan-Signature.svg) Dan Wensley, CEO, GTIA --- ![Circles-Left-Video](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Circles-Left-Video.svg) ![Circles-Right-Video](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Circles-Right-Video.svg) [ Reserve My Seat ](https://share.hsforms.com/1xPyvki4gT4eQ8Nf7DUShAQsr3ve) -   --- ## GTIA BOARD OF DIRECTORS ![BOD-Scott](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Scott.png) ### Scott Barlow, Chair Chief Evangelist and Global Head of Community, Sophos, Inc. ![BOD-Rob](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Rob.png) ### Rob Rae, Vice Chair Corporate Vice President of Communities and Ecosystem, Pax8 ![BOD-Andrew-A](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Andrew-A.png) ### Andrew Allen Chairman, Aabyss ![BOD-Jennifer-A](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Jennifer-A.png) ### Jennifer Anaya Senior Vice President, Global Marketing, Ingram Micro ![BOD-Toni](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Toni.png) ### Toni Clayton-Hine Chief Marketing Officer, EY Americas ![BOD-Carrie](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Carrie.png) ### Carrie Green CEO & Co-founder, The CanIT Collective ![BOD-Jason](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Jason.png) ### Jason Magee Chief Executive Officer, Cynet ![BOD-Peter](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Peter.png) ### Peter Melby CEO, New Charter Technologies ![BOD-Kimberly](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Kimberly.png) ### Kimberly Penn President, Webtropolis ![BOD-Tracy](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Tracy.png) ### Tracy Pound Managing Director, Maximity Limited ![BOD-Joanna](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Joanna.png) ### Joanna Riley CEO and Founder, Censia ![BOD-Jennifer-R](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Jennifer-R.png) ### Jennifer Roy CEO, Nucleus ![BOD-John](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-John.png) ### John Scola Global Vice President, Partner Ecosystem Success, SAP ![BOD-Luis](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/BOD-Luis.png) ### Luis Giraldo, Advisory Member Chief Evangelist, ScalePad --- ## GTIA Executive Team ![ET-Dan](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/ET-Dan.png) ### Dan Wensley CEO, GTIA ![ET-Nancy](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/ET-Nancy.png) ### Nancy Hammervik Chief Channel Officer, GTIA ![ET-Kelly](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/ET-Kelly.png) ### Kelly Ricker Chief Operating Officer, GTIA ![ET-MJ](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/ET-MJ.png) ### MJ Shoer Chief Community Officer, GTIA --- ## What the summit delivers ![Icon-Clarity](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Icon-Clarity.svg) ### CLARITY Understand the key drivers shaping the channel's economics and competitive strategy ![Icon-Candor](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Icon-Candor.svg) ### CANDOR Off-the-record access to the issues that matter most to senior leaders ![Icon-Relationships](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Icon-Relationships.svg) ### RELATIONSHIPS Strengthen connections that move your business and the channel forward ![Icon-Edge](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Icon-Edge.svg) ### EDGE Strategic meetings on the decisions needed to stay ahead and relevant --- ## Exclusive Summit Agenda ### Monday, Aug. 3 7:15 – 9:30pm ### Channel Executives Dinner hosted by the GTIA Board of Directors An intimate evening with the GTIA Board of Directors, Executive Team, and fellow channel leaders to build relationships before Tuesday's Summit program. ### Tuesday, AUG. 4 10:45am – 12:30pm ### Executive Summit Programming **Welcome, Framework**** & Executive Introductions **Facilitator Theresa Caragol sets the stage across three themes: Acceleration, Evolution, and Transformation   **JP Morgan Analyst Keynote: Accelerating Growth in an AI Economy **Data-driven market outlook on macro forces shaping MSP growth, valuation, and competitive strategy: - Michael Amez, Managing Director, Head of Technology Services Investment Banking   **Roundtable Conversations: The New Partnership Era** Facilitated, off-the-record peer exchange on urgent challenges and emerging responses 12:30 – 1:30pm ### Executive Summit Networking Lunch 1:45 – 4:00pm ### Executive Summit Programming **Executive Panel: AI Transformation in the MSP Ecosystem **GTIA research findings drive focused discussion on how AI is transforming leadership, partnerships, workforce and business models:   - **Moderator:** Carolyn April, VP Research, GTIA - **Panel:** - Joyce Hofman, Global Director, AI & Innovation Partnerships, Ingram Micro - Ko Mistry, VP Partnerships & Alliances, Superhuman   **Roundtable Exchange: AI-Focused Peer Discussion** Compare approaches to AI-enabled service models, operating changes, and competitive moves for the next 12–24 months   **Building Authority and Influence in the Age of AI** Turn trust into your team's most defensible advantage: - Beth LaGuardia, President, Advantage | The Authority Company   **Summit Recap & Executive Takeaways** ## Recommended ChannelCon Programming ### Monday, Aug. 3 4:15 – 4:45pm ### GTIA Executive & Board Keynote Strategic briefing on the priorities that will shape the channel over the next 12–24 months, anchored in four pillars—Resources, People, Advancement and Community. Summit · by in vita tion 4:45 – 5:15pm ### CHRO Fireside Chat: The Channel's Role in the Evolving Hybrid Workforce (Humans + AI Agents) CHROs from leading organizations discuss managing the rise of AI agents as digital workers—from guardrails and governance to reshaping roles and operating models. 5:30 – 7:00pm ### ChannelCon Welcome Reception in Technology Vendor Fair ### Tuesday, Aug. 4 8:30 – 9:15am ### Keynote with Alex Banayan: Mindset of Exponential Growth Bestselling author Alex Banayan reveals the mindsets that drive breakthrough success, including his acclaimed Third Door™ framework.   9:15 – 10:15am ### Channel Visionaries Power Panel ** **Leading channel executives share their outlook on the shifting market landscape and provide a blueprint for resilient growth. 4:00 – 6:15pm ### Reception in Technology Vendor Fair 6:30 – 10:00pm ### ChannelCon 80s Party at Rady Shell with Royal Machines & Iconic 80s Artists An unforgettable night at San Diego's iconic waterfront venue featuring The Royal Machines plus special surprise guests. --- ![Join-Us-Circles-Left](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Join-Us-Circles-Left.svg) ![Join-Us-Circles-Right](https://channelcon.gtia.org/hubfs/Join-Us-Circles-Right.svg) ## Ready to Join us? 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