
Thursday, 3rd December, 2026
Doltone House Jones Bay Wharf
3:00pm - 8:00pm



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Kickstarter is an exciting event designed to kick off the year ahead.
The event will explore key topics and trends shaping 2025 through a series of insightful panel discussions and debates. Led by the editorial team, the agenda includes three deep-dive sessions on pivotal themes.
Editor-In-Chief William Maher will open the event with an overview, setting the stage for an evening of valuable insights and forward-looking discussions.
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Following the Kickstarter event, CRN will host a dedicated relaunch party—an exclusive opportunity for networking and collaboration.
Join us to hear about the strategic plans for the business in the year ahead, including exciting opportunities and offerings available for Channel Partners.
This event promises to mark a transformative shift in the channel, bringing fresh initiatives and a renewed focus to help you capitalise on the changing landscape of 2025.
| 7:45am | Arrival, networking and breakfast |
| 8:30am | Welcome address by Digital Nation Australia editor – Athina Mallis & commercial editor – Velvet-Belle Templeman |
| 8:45am | Panel 1 – Impact of digital on Marketing/CX + audience Q&A |
| 9:15am | Panel 2 – Impact of digital on HR/EX + audience Q&A |
| 9:45am | Panel 3 – Impact of digital on Finance + audience Q&A |
| 10:15am | Closing remarks & networking |
| 10:30am | Finish |


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The MSP Index directory is a growing list of Australian MSPs and forms part of an ongoing program analysing the MSP landscape, including MSP maturity, offerings, partnerships, opportunities and challenges.
The MSP Index Roadshow is coming to Sydney, bringing together managed service providers and technology leaders for an afternoon of market insights, practical discussion and networking.
Why attend?
Gain practical insights into the opportunities and challenges facing MSPs, hear diverse perspectives from industry leaders, and connect with MSP peers and technology leaders.


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Velvet-Belle Templeman
Deputy General Manager
techpartner.news

More speakers to be announced
| 3:00 pm |
Registration and networking Arrive, grab a drink and connect with fellow MSPs and industry peers. |
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| 3:50 pm |
Welcome address and MSP trends analysis An overview of the latest trends shaping the MSP landscape and what they mean for providers in 2027. |
| 4:10 pm |
Fireside chat Hear directly from an industry expert about navigating the changing managed services market. |
| 4:20 pm |
Panel 1: Taking MSP Automation to the Next Phase |
| 4:40 pm |
Fireside chat Get a closer look at the changing customer landscape and how MSPs can adapt their services to meet evolving technology needs. |
| 4:50 pm |
Panel 2: Seizing the Managed AI Economic Opportunity |
| 5:10 pm |
Fireside chat Hear directly from an industry expert on where the managed services market is heading and what MSPs should be watching next. |
| 5:20 pm |
Closing remarks Key takeaways from the afternoon, plus a look ahead at what’s next for the MSP community. |
| 5:30 pm |
🎅 Santa Claus is Coming to Town |
| 8:00 pm |
Event concludes |

Thursday, 3rd December, 2026

Doltone House Jones Bay Wharf

3:00pm - 8:00pm