2025 Speakers

Conference Chairs

Will Garside

IT Europa

Will Garside

IT Europa

Will specialises in writing and presenting – producing a huge range of content, ranging from thought-leadership articles to white papers. He started his career as a computer engineer before becoming one of the first producers on Sky TV’s primetime technology show “The Computer Channel” – alongside also covering mainstream business and technology news. He then worked as a product reviewer and technical writer for IT Network before going to Computer Weekly to cover security, telecoms and networking. He worked for several large technology brands including Microsoft and EMC as a technical writer and media consultant and was also the editor at International Broadcast Engineer – a role that saw him deliver a huge number of detailed analysis pieces on emerging video experiences. He has also written a number of books including tech guides for Which? and several "Dummies" guides on topics including big data and storage.

Will is also a highly experienced event moderator, managing content and panels at both the IBC and NAB shows for the last 10 years.

Greg Denholm

IT Europa

Greg Denholm

IT Europa

Greg Is an experienced editor in the IT and telecoms channels managing and publishing executive news interviews, features and market reports across platforms including IT Europa, Comms Dealer, and Fibre Provider. He has moderated and managed content at panels for major industry events both online and in person. 

Keynote Speakers

Will Greenwood, MBE

Will Greenwood is a former English rugby union player, widely recognized for his outstanding career with the England national team and his club, Harlequins. Born on December 18, 1972, in London, Greenwood was a versatile centre, known for his strength, vision, and intelligence on the field. He made his debut for England in 1997 and quickly became a key figure in the team's success.

Greenwood played an instrumental role in England's historic victory at the 2003 Rugby World Cup, where his contributions in both attack and defence were crucial to the team’s triumph. Over the course of his international career, Greenwood earned 55 caps, scoring 14 tries and cementing his place as one of England’s top centres of his era.

In addition to his international success, Greenwood had a highly successful club career with Harlequins, playing over 100 matches for the club. He retired from professional rugby in 2006 and transitioned into a career as a rugby commentator and analyst. Greenwood's insight into the game has made him a respected voice in the world of rugby media, where he continues to influence and shape discussions around the sport. His post-playing career has also included work in charity and public speaking.


Lisa Ventura

Lisa Ventura MBE is an award-winning cyber security specialist, published writer/author, journalist and keynote speaker. She is the Founder of Cyber Security Unity, a global community organisation that is dedicated to bringing individuals and organisations together who actively work in cyber security to help combat the growing cyber threat and Neuro Unity, a non-profit that champions and promotes neuroinclusion for all. As a consultant Lisa also provides cyber security awareness and culture change training, along with neurodiversity in the workplace training, and works with cyber security leadership teams to help them collaborate more effectively. She has specialist knowledge in diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion (DEIB), neurodiversity, the human factors of cyber security, cyber psychology, neurodiversity and AI in cyber. More information about Lisa can be found on https://link.edgepilot.com/s/f6137e8d/SigtNJ9iBkOlOrcI3SOrcA?u=http://www.lisaventura.co.uk/.

Industry Experts

Paul Green

MSP Marketing Edge

Paul Green

MSP Marketing Edge

Paul Green is the world’s go to MSP marketing expert, based in the UK, and working with 700+ MSPs all over the world.

He helps MSPs improve their marketing and generate more leads with his MSP Marketing Edge programme.

Paul's a former journalist and radio presenter, and has been working with MSPs since 2016.

He's the host of the world’s most popular podcast on MSP marketing – search for “Paul Green’s MSP Marketing podcast” in your favorite podcast platform.

Heather MacDonald Alford

Counting Creators Ltd

Heather MacDonald Alford

Counting Creators Ltd

A leading finance expert to MSPs, Heather brings a refreshing, no-nonsense approach to the numbers. Known for her warmth, humour, and unshakable integrity, she combines expert insight with straight-talking honesty. A proud Scot and neurodiversity advocate, Heather’s ADHD fuels her sharp eye for detail and her mission to make finance clear, practical, and human.

Karine Barsam

GTIA

Karine works for GTIA (Global Technology Industry Association) as a Community Manager for the UK & Ireland. She has a background in designing and delivering impactful programmes across professional communities. She specialises in engaging community members, helping them connect, collaborate, and grow. Karine facilitates initiatives that drive engagement, foster knowledge-sharing, and reflect industry trends. With experience in both digital and in-person formats, Karine builds inclusive, purpose-driven communities that support business growth. She believes strong communities are built on trust, consistency, and shared purpose.

Ken Roulston

Ex2 Consultancy

Ken Roulston

Ex2 Consultancy

In 2009 Ken started NewCMI (CMI) as an MSP focussed on the mid market private and third party in the UK.

Having made 6 acquisitions the company grew to 120 employees with a turnover of approx. £17m providing services to over 10000 end users.

In March 2023 the business was acquired by the BCN Group.

Ken is now providing Strategic Business Consultancy and M&A Advisory Services to a number of MSP’s. He has also assisted Kaseya as a consultant for its M&A Concierge Initiative. Over the years he has been a regular speaker at various Trade events.


Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

Pete Tomlinson

Windsor Telecom

Pete Tomlinson

Windsor Telecom

Windsor Telecom helps businesses of all sizes succeed through using cloud communications and IT services to transform their own customer and colleague experience.

Loving working with our amazing customers, colleagues and technology partners, celebrating over 20 years in the incredible telecoms and tech industry!

Speaker, writer and commentator on tech and telecoms issues, always happy share an opinion and help with questions, insight or comment.

Jude Pereira

Nanjgel Solutions

Jude Pereira

Nanjgel Solutions

As the Managing Director at Nanjgel Solutions, leadership in information and communications technology (ICT) and robust sales strategies are my forte. With a career dedicated to excellence in cybersecurity, my approach has consistently fostered innovation and expanded our market presence.

The trust-based relationships built with peers, clients, and industry leaders underpin our organizational success, enabling us to surpass revenue goals and set industry standards. We, at Nanjgel Solutions, are united by a commitment to integrity, a shared vision for pioneering cybersecurity solutions, and the agility to adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Andrew Carr

Camwood

Andrew Carr

Camwood

An experienced Board member and senior level executive that has undertaken and delivered success in a number of senior roles.

Responsible for defining and shaping propositions and developing direct and indirect go to market strategies. Experienced in defining and executing go to market and sales strategies to drive revenue growth. Respected by colleagues and customers as a result of understanding and translating needs into business outcomes.

Innovative in creating propositions that enthuse and excite prospects and create differential strategies for exploiting new business opportunities.

Responsible for driving corporate change (culture, values and ethos), rejuvenating sales propositions and people and developing new markets for new logo wins.

Experienced in optimising service delivery through organisational structure and the adoption of technology and automation to assist in effective and efficient management.

Specialties: Negotiation, de-mything technology for senior management, creative solutions, drive and determination to succeed in everything. Go to market and marketing strategy. Peope and cultural change, Demand generation, Leadership and closing deals.

Anu Tayal

FluidOne

Anu Tayal

FluidOne

Anu is currently serving as the M&A Director of FluidOne and has over 25 years of experience in finance, investment banking and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).

Anu leads on all FluidOne’s inorganic activities and the business has completed nine acquisitions, evolving the business from being telco focused to being a diversified IT business, propelling the business from £35 million to over £110 million in revenue over the past four years.


Tom Infante

CGI

Strategic leader in IT managed services, AI-driven innovation, and digital transformation, with core expertise in driving growth across the financial services sector.

I have an established history of leading complex client engagements, with a focus on enabling operational resiliency and delivering measurable business outcomes. My core strengths lie in building and scaling strategic partnerships, developing go-to-market offerings, and executing transformational programs that enhance client trust and drive long-term value.

With a foundation in financial, operational, and strategic consultancy, I’ve led high-performing teams across service management, infrastructure, and various IT disciplines - achieving consistent year-over-year growth and top-tier satisfaction scores for both clients and employees. I specialise in aligning technology with business strategy through managed services, fostering collaborative innovation, and optimising end-user experience and resiliency at scale.

Whether it’s expanding strategic accounts, enhancing service delivery, or leading cross-functional teams, my focus remains on creating resilient operations that support business agility and sustained performance.

Paul Mardling

Redcentric

Paul Mardling

Redcentric

Paul Mardling is currently CTO with Redcentric, having joined the business as part of the acquisition of Piksel Industry Solutions in 2021. He has held a wide range of technical and business roles over his career with a particular focus on Digital Transformation and IT Services Automation.

Speakers

Gil Gross

Umbrella

Gil Gross

Umbrella

Gil Gross is a FinOps and cloud architecture leader, currently serving as Director of FinOps Architecture at Umbrella. With over 18 years of hands-on experience, he specializes in multi-cloud cost optimization, financial governance, and scalable FinOps strategies across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

At Umbrella, Gil leads architecture and execution for FinOps programs tailored to both enterprises and managed service providers. His work focuses on anomaly detection, cost control, cloud security, and sustainable budgeting—driving real financial impact for clients navigating complex cloud environments.

Gil is an active voice in the global FinOps community, frequently speaking at industry events and webinars. He also shares his practical insights and methodologies through his blog, Gil Gross on FinOps, where he explores topics like cost allocation, forecasting, and cloud governance.


James Nganga

Hornetsecurity

James Nganga

Hornetsecurity

With more than 15 years experience working with Distributions and Partners, James joined the Hornetsecurity Partner Account Management team in 2022 and is high performer globally recognised. His mission is to help MSPs grow and innovate to acquire clients and deliver best in class services. Most recently he is working with MSPs in the BeNeLux region, as well as the Greater London area.

Oliver Pinson-Roxburgh

Defense.com

As CEO and Co-Founder of Defense.com, Oliver Pinson-Roxburgh leverages over twenty years of comprehensive experience in IT security. His unique strength lies in his ability to bridge deep technical insight with business strategy, allowing him to guide clients and partners in overcoming future security hurdles through innovation and practical application.

Steven Wood

OpenText Cybersecurity

Steven Wood

OpenText Cybersecurity

Steven Wood has been focused on assisting IT service providers, large and small, in launching value-added services in the small, medium, and enterprise markets for over 15 years. At OpenText, he and his team help MSPs deliver Cyber Resilience-as-a -Service via reseller channels.

In case you are still reading, Woody has built and enabled strong technical teams within distribution, value-added resale, and solution consulting organisations. He has worked with the largest multi-national service providers as well as distribution, executing in diverse and challenging markets around the globe. Woody has helped to build the brand and reputation of his team based on winning the technical and emotional win with accountability.

Woody takes pride in aligning solutions with the goals of the partner and empowering them to scale as they grow. He believes that empowered teams are always happier teams; continually learning and sharing in successes together.


Bill Casson

Infinigate Cloud x Mimecast

Bill Casson

Infinigate Cloud x Mimecast

Bill has been a Strategic Channel Account Manager at Mimecast focussed on driving the MSP function for over 6.5 years. Key yo Bill’s role is a keen focus on ensuring Mimecast’s Human Risk approach is embedded in our MSP’s go to market strategy. Before Mimecast, Bill was at SoftwareONE, where we managed their software portfolio to customers.

Kyle Torres

Sophos

Kyle Torres

Sophos

Kyle has worked for Sophos for over 6 years and is at the forefront of the MSP and CSP offering in the UKI and Nordics. During this time, he has worked across the sales organisation and now focuses on adding value to the partners on the EMEA MSP programme. He regularly speaks at conferences and Think Tanks to advocate for Sophos and its MSP offering. 

Pete Hannah

Object First

Pete Hannah

Object First

Pete brings over 30 years of experience in the IT industry, where he has built and led high-performing teams that achieved remarkable growth. As a director of Noima Consultancy, he guided organisations to scale effectively through refined strategies and focused sales execution. Before this, Pete held prominent sales leadership roles at Netgear, TD Synnex, and BT, driving success across these major players in the industry.

Michael Reeves

1Password

Michael Reeves

1Password

With over 25 years in the industry, Michael is a true pioneer of cloud security. He currently leads 1Password’s MSP GTM team. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing bass guitar, and four wheeling in his Jeep - especially at the same time!

Shaun Riches

ConnectWise

Shaun Riches

ConnectWise

Shaun Riches is a seasoned technologist at ConnectWise, celebrated for his agility, problem-solving, and commitment to delivering exceptional MSP and end-user experiences. With a strong foundation in computing, business information systems, and electronic engineering, he brings decades of experience across diverse organisations, from global enterprises to specialist consultancies.

At ConnectWise, Shaun specialises in hyperautomation within the MSP industry, showing how partners can leverage intelligent automation to scale, improve efficiency, and build resilience in today’s competitive landscape. His passion lies in empowering teams through education and strategic technology adoption, enabling them to streamline processes, reduce overhead, and scale effectively. Shaun's global perspective and pragmatic insights make him an engaging and inspiring speaker on technology strategy and the future of managed services.

Hena Kless

LastPass

Hena Kless

LastPass

Hena Kless is a Senior Solutions Consultant at LastPass, specializing in cybersecurity and password management. She has worked with a diverse range of clients, providing tailored strategies to enhance their security posture and mitigate risks associated with compromised credentials. Hena is a passionate advocate for cybersecurity education and frequently speaks at industry conferences and webinars. She is dedicated to empowering IT professionals with the knowledge and tools they need to implement effective security measures, ensuring both maximum protection and ease of use.


Dan Raven

Infinigate Cloud x Mimecast

Dan Raven

Infinigate Cloud x Mimecast

Dan is a Mimecast specialist with over 6 years of experience in email security. For the past 18 months, he’s been the Commercial Lead at Infinigate Cloud, where he’s played a key role in helping our partners grow their Mimecast business.

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Check Point

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Check Point

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Matthew Phillips

NinjaOne

Matthew is a dedicated and versatile Senior Product Specialist with a passion for MSP success. With a strong background in helping MSPs scale their service offering and over 3.5 years at NinjaOne, Matthew brings a thoughtful and results-driven approach to every project. Known for attention to detail, Matthew thrives in collaborative environments and is committed to continuous growth and innovation.

Luke Brogan

IRONSCALES

Luke Brogan

IRONSCALES

Luke is a Solutions Architect at IRONSCALES with over a decade of experience specializing in Application Security (SCA, SAST, DAST, IAST, AI), Endpoint Protection, and Identity & Access Management (IAM/PAM). With a strong technical foundation and a sharp business acumen, Luke excels at bridging the gap between product capabilities and customer needs.

He leads high-performing technical sales teams, recruits top-tier talent, and drives successful go-to-market strategies using frameworks like MEDDPICC. Known for crafting compelling value propositions and proof-of-value engagements, Luke plays a key role in aligning technical solutions with business outcomes.

Frans Wilbrink

Arrow

Frans Wilbrink is a Pre-Sales Manager at ArrowSphere, where he specializes in helping partners and organizations optimize cloud operations through FinOps strategies, cost management, and real-time analytics. He plays a key role in demonstrating the value of the ArrowSphere AI Assistant, enabling smarter decision-making and greater efficiency across the cloud ecosystem. Frans combines technical expertise with a strong business focus, driving innovation and delivering impactful cloud solutions.


Jack Cooke

Kaseya

Jack Cooke

Kaseya

Jack Cooke began his journey at Datto in 2018. His previous role as a Channel Sales Manager led him to join the Business Development Team as a Channel Development Manager in 2022. In Jack's current role, he assists EMEA partners to access Marketing and Development funds from Kaseya. Whilst also representing Kaseya and Datto at numerous trade shows and technology conferences throughout Europe and around the world, connecting with Managed Service Providers, empowering them, and educating them on the value of a true unified IT solution.  

Alex Hitchen

Huntress

Alex Hitchen

Huntress

Alex is a Sales Engineer at Huntress, he works with MSPs to strengthen their security posture and build services around Threat Detection & Response. With a background in cybersecurity consulting, he brings practical experience helping partners deliver protection that works in the real world.

Today, he focuses on making it easier for MSPs to respond to threats, reduce risk, and grow their security offering. He regularly supports partners through technical enablement, workshops, and strategic conversations around managed security.

Artur Bar

Intel

Artur Bar

Intel

Artur Bar with over 25 years of IT sales experience is specialized in creating new markets and developing sales teams, for advanced technologies.

Working with Intel for 20 years has extensive, practical experience in organizing sales events for distributors, OEM/MNCs, sales partners. He is charismatic presenter and technology trainer for server systems, client’s systems, software and AI. His presentations and trainings gather strong awareness and are very well received.

In private time photographer and startup management enthusiast.

Ben Jenkins

Rewst

Ben Jenkins is a Sales Engineer at Rewst, where he helps MSPs streamline operations through automation. With over eight years of experience in the MSP space—including roles at Datto and ThreatLocker—he brings a strong background in desktop support, systems administration, and cybersecurity. Ben offers a practical, hands-on approach to solving IT challenges and is passionate about helping MSPs transform manual processes into efficient, scalable workflows.

Matthew Prince

The Change Organisation

Matthew Prince

The Change Organisation

With over a decade of experience in IT and having held senior positions in both sales and procurement for UK distribution, Matt’s deep interest in technical solutions for businesses, combined with a passion for building relationships and driving growth has led him to specialise in SMB networking and the cloud infrastructure which is required alongside it.

Working closely with MSPs, Matt understands their needs and the challenges posed by an ever-changing market, applying this understanding to facilitate their seamless transition onto new vendors. Matt is skilled in helping businesses bridge the gap between complex strategy and practical business outcomes.

Irvin Shillingford

Hornetsecurity

Irvin Shillingford

Hornetsecurity

Irvin Shillingford is Hornetsecurity’s Regional Manager in Northern Europe, responsible for sales, channel relations and go-to-market strategy in the region. With over 35 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity. He has successfully driven partner ecosystem growth, Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) uplift, and strategic partner enablement across the region. Recognised with awards including Cyber Security Educator of the Year (2023), Irvin champions initiatives like Hornetsecurity’s Customer Success Dashboard, enhancing partner retention and lifecycle management. His leadership aligns channel strategies with trends in AI-driven security and SaaS innovation, while fostering trusted, people-first partnerships. Irvin actively contributes to industry thought leadership, sharing insights on cybersecurity, partner development, and channel strategy.

Justin Neale

SuperOps

Justin Neale

SuperOps

Justin spent 25 years in the aviation software space, supporting the world's airlines and building global customer service teams before founding the Value Alchemists. He now helps IT Service Providers maximise their profitability and growth through value based pricing and by delivering an incredible customer experience.

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