Channel Live 2027

Channel Live: The UK's Premier Event for MSPs and-led conference sessions, and build valuable professional relationships. Whether visitors are looking to expand their service portfolio, identify emerging technologies, or grow Channel Partners

Channel Live is the UK's leading event dedicated to managed service providers (MSPs), value-added resellers (VARs), system integrators, and channel partners. Designed to connect technology professionals with the industry's top vendors and distributors, the event provides an ideal environment for discovering new business opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and staying informed about the latest developments in the IT channel.

Each year, Channel Live brings together decision-makers from across the technology sector to explore innovative products, attend expert-led conference sessions, and build valuable professional relationships. Whether visitors are looking to expand their service portfolio, identify emerging technologies, or grow their partner network, the event offers practical insights that support long-term business success.

A Central Hub for the UK Technology Channel

The IT channel continues to evolve as businesses increasingly adopt cloud services, cybersecurity solutions, artificial intelligence, and managed IT support. Channel Live provides a focused platform where service providers and technology vendors can meet face to face, discuss market trends, and identify new opportunities for collaboration.

Unlike general technology exhibitions, Channel Live is specifically tailored to the needs of channel businesses. Conference sessions, exhibitions, and networking activities are designed around the challenges and opportunities faced by MSPs, resellers, distributors, and solution providers operating in today's competitive market.

The event attracts a wide range of professionals, including

Managed service providers (MSPs).
Value-added resellers (VARs).
IT consultants and system integrators.
Channel sales and business development managers.
Technology distributors.
Cloud service providers and software vendors.

Meet Leading Vendors and Discover New Solutions

One of the main advantages of attending Channel Live is direct access to many of the industry's leading technology vendors and distributors. Exhibitors showcase a broad portfolio of products and services covering cloud computing, cybersecurity, networking, communications, data storage, business software, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation solutions.

Visitors can explore live product demonstrations, compare technologies, and speak directly with technical specialists and partner managers. These conversations help businesses evaluate new solutions, understand partnership opportunities, and identify products that align with their customers' evolving requirements.

Many vendors also introduce new partner programmes, incentive schemes, and channel initiatives during the event, giving attendees early access to business opportunities that can support future growth.

Conference Sessions Focused on Business Growth

Alongside the exhibition, Channel Live features an extensive conference programme that addresses the most important topics shaping the IT channel. Industry experts share practical advice, market analysis, and real-world case studies designed to help partners strengthen their businesses.

Popular conference themes often include

Building successful managed service businesses.
Cybersecurity strategies for modern organizations.
Cloud migration and hybrid infrastructure.
Artificial intelligence and automation in IT services.
Sales, marketing, and customer retention for channel partners.
Emerging technology trends and future market opportunities.

These educational sessions provide actionable insights that attendees can apply immediately within their own organizations.

Networking That Creates Valuable Partnerships

Networking is one of the defining features of Channel Live. Dedicated meeting spaces, partner events, and informal discussions create opportunities for technology professionals to build relationships with vendors, distributors, solution providers, and fellow channel businesses.

For managed service providers and resellers, these conversations often lead to new vendor partnerships, strategic alliances, and collaborative projects. Technology suppliers also benefit by meeting qualified partners who are actively seeking innovative products and services to expand their portfolios.

Because the audience consists primarily of channel-focused professionals, discussions are highly relevant and often result in long-term business relationships.

Why Channel Live Continues to Lead the UK IT Channel

As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, channel businesses need reliable access to industry knowledge, trusted partners, and innovative solutions. Channel Live has established itself as one of the UK's most important events for achieving these goals by bringing together every part of the technology channel ecosystem in one place.

With its combination of expert conference sessions, extensive networking opportunities, and direct access to leading vendors and distributors, Channel Live provides managed service providers, resellers, and channel partners with the resources they need to strengthen customer relationships, expand their service offerings, and remain competitive in an increasingly dynamic technology market.