Thursday, 13th August, 2026

Ivy Ballroom, Sydney CBD

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Kickstarter Event

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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Attend our event to see the CRN team, partners plus sponsors discussing the following areas:

End of support for Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 apps

AI Powered PCs

Security and Compliance in 2025

Speakers

Nick Beaugeard

Co-Founder and CEO

World of Workflows

William Maher

Editor-In-Chief

CRN

Velvet-Belle Templeman

Publishing Director

CRN

More to be announced

CRN Re-launch Event

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

2026 Partner Awards Categories

Partner Project Awards

Customer Experience Partner of the Year
Employee Experience Partner of the year
Social/Environmental Partner of the Year
Infrastructure Partner of the Year
Networking Partner of the Year
Data Partner of the Year
AI Partner of the Year
Enterprise Applications Partner of the Year
Managed Services Partner of the Year
Security Partner of the Year
Project of the Year

Partner Leader Awards

Business Leader of the Year
Sales Leader of the Year
Marketing Leader of the Year
Technology Leader of the Year
Emerging Leader of the Year
Community Leader of the Year
Technical Specialist of the Year
Leader of the Year

Vendor and Distributor/Marketplace Categories

Vendor Awards

Partner Program Award
Vendor Impact Award
Collaboration Award
Leadership Award
Voters' Choice Award

Distributor/Marketplace Awards

Partner Enablement Award
Partner Success Award
Leadership Award
Voters' Choice Award

ENTER THE PARTNER AWARDS

ENTER THE VENDOR/DISTRIBUTOR AWARDS

VOTER'S CHOICE: VOTE FOR A VENDOR/DISTRIBUTOR

Charity Auction: Impact Beyond the Industry

Extending the spirit of the evening beyond business, the Winter Ball will feature a charity auction supporting the Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter.

Guests will have the opportunity to bid on exclusive experiences and items, with proceeds contributing directly to programs that support women and families in need - reinforcing the industry’s commitment to community as well as commercial impact.  

A Flagship Moment

The Winter Ball featuring the Impact Awards represents a new chapter for the techpartner.news community - one that balances credibility with celebration, and recognition with connection.

It’s a night to acknowledge achievement, strengthen partnerships, and celebrate the people and organisations shaping what comes next.

Event details:

Event Details