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August 11-12, 2025 | Boston, Massachusetts

2025 ChannelPro DEFEND: Boston

Boston Marriott Newton

2025 ChannelPro DEFEND: Boston

ChannelPro DEFEND events are specialized conferences designed to equip IT service providers, MSPs, and IT consultants with the latest strategies, tools, and insights needed to protect their clients from cybersecurity threats, while accelerating their security solutions revenue via expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities with top security vendors.

100% free for qualified channel partners, ChannelPro DEFEND: Boston will feature interactive masterclasses led by the channel’s leading cybersecurity practitioners and renowned strategists to empower MSPs with:

✅ Actionable strategies for selling cybersecurity solutions

✅ Critical tips on preventing catastrophic data breaches

✅ Insight into the latest AI-powered tech to strengthen your security posture

✅ Best branding practices and tactics for positioning your business as a trusted security partner

Plus, you will have dedicated networking time with the channel’s most innovative cybersecurity vendors to facilitate striking lucrative deals.

Free hotel room included! (Separate registration required)

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Event Details

Dates

August 11-12, 2025

Multi-Day Event
Location

Boston, Massachusetts

Venue

Boston Marriott Newton

Cost

Free for Qualified Channel Partners

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Sponsors
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Event Schedule

Aug
11
Aug
12

Sessions for Monday, August 11, 2025

2:00 PM
Registration opens - AGENDA SUBJECT TO CHANGE - watch this space
2:30 PM
Opening Remarks
Michael Siggins
Founder, Publisher
The ChannelPro Network
2:45 PM
Q&A with an Ethical Hacker
Learn More
Jonathan Browning
Executive Director
The ChannelPro Network
Ian Thornton-Trump
Chief Information Security Officer
Inversion6
Ever wondered what it’s like to be an ethical hacker? Join us for a live Q&A where a seasoned cybersecurity expert shares insights into the world of hacking for good—how vulnerabilities are uncovered, common mistakes companies make, and the latest tools of the trade. This interactive session will give you a firsthand look into ethical hacking, revealing actionable steps to strengthen your defenses and stay ahead of emerging threats. Bring your questions and learn from the best in the business!
3:25 PM
Breakout Sessions - TBD
4:45 PM
Vendor Preference Directory - Cast Your Vote!
5:00 PM
The Key to Unlocking Big Profits: What Vendors Know That MSPs Often Don't
Learn More
Sponsored by Seceon
Sponsored by SonicWall
Tired of investing in new cybersecurity services that barely move the needle? In this dynamic session, we'll ask some of the channel's top vendors about the technologies, techniques, and strategies they recommend for generating recurring revenue. Don’t miss the chance to ask your questions and learn the secrets that could transform your bottom line!
5:30 PM
MSP March Madness (in August!)
Learn More
Matt Whitlock
Online Director, Technical Editor
ChannelPro
Get ready for the ultimate showdown of MSP expertise in "MSP March Madness!" Each table will compete by submitting their best answers to thought-provoking questions, and the audience votes for the winning responses, with prizes going to the table that rises to the top.
5:50 PM
CMMC: The Dire Implications for Your MSP
Learn More
Mike Semel
President - CMMC Certified Assessor
Semel Consulting LLC
Jonathan Browning
Executive Director
The ChannelPro Network
Fernando Machado
Managing Principal & Chief Information Security Office
Cybersec Investments
Is your MSP able to turn regulatory pressures into a competitive advantage? As CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) requirements tighten, MSPs face critical new challenges that will reshape the entire industry. This session provides actionable advice so you can consult on compliance hurdles, manage client expectations, and avoid the consequences of non-compliance.
6:20 PM
ChannelPro Partner in Excellence Award Ceremony
Learn More
Celebrate excellence at the "ChannelPro Partner in Excellence Award Ceremony." where we recognize and award a local IT channel leader for outstanding leadership, innovation, camaraderie, and commitment to building the industry. Join us in honoring the individuals who are making a difference in New England.
6:35 PM
Welcome Cocktail Reception in the Exhibit Hall

Sessions for Tuesday, August 12, 2025

7:30 AM
Networking Breakfast
8:30 AM
Opening Remarks
Michael Siggins
Founder, Publisher
The ChannelPro Network
8:45 AM
New Cybersecurity Services You Aren't Offering (But Should!)
Learn More
Jonathan Browning
Executive Director
The ChannelPro Network
Michelle Drolet
CEO
Towerwall, Inc.
Sean Maguire
President & Founder
Synivate
The most popular IT businesses differentiate themselves by delivering solutions that their competitors can't or won't. In this panel discussion, we'll explore the most lucrative services that complement everything else in your portfolio.
9:15 AM
Sponsor presentations, product demos, partner program updates and more!
10:25 AM
Break
10:35 AM
The Good, Bad, and Ugly: The Biggest Issues Facing New England MSPs in 2025
Learn More
Jonathan Browning
Executive Director
The ChannelPro Network
Ian Thornton-Trump
Chief Information Security Officer
Inversion6
Sean Maguire
President & Founder
Synivate
What challenges do MSPs in New England face that others may not? What about money-making opportunities that are exclusive to the Northeast region? This panel will explore the most pressing local issues shaping the future of your business and provide insights to help you navigate the year ahead.
11:05 AM
Sponsor presentations, product demos, partner program updates and more!
12:55 PM
Product & Services Expo Luncheon
2:25 PM
This…Isn't…Jeopardy: Cybersecurity Edition
Learn More
Matt Whitlock
Online Director, Technical Editor
ChannelPro
In this fun twist on the classic format, two brave contestants will answer technology and MSP industry questions that challenge their knowledge and creativity, with one winner walking away with an amazing prize!
3:05 PM
Windows 10 EOL: Don't Squander the Opportunity
Learn More
Seana Fippin
CEO
Red Box + STORM AI
Mike Semel
President - CMMC Certified Assessor
Semel Consulting LLC
Time is ticking, with Windows 10 reaching its End of Life later this year. Just like every EOL of the last 30 year, this part of the hardware refresh cycle is a massive growth opportunity for MSPs. Get expert guidance on: * Crafting tailored upgrade plans that align with client business goals and budgets. * Selling the investment and achieving buy-in * Orchestrating a secure and seamless transition to new, future-proof hardware. * Expanding managed services and pocketing more recurring revenue.
3:35 PM
Building the Perfect Security-powered MSP: Where to Start
Learn More
Seana Fippin
CEO
Red Box + STORM AI
Jonathan Browning
Executive Director
The ChannelPro Network
Fernando Machado
Managing Principal & Chief Information Security Office
Cybersec Investments
People, process, and technology. It's a cliché, but those are the three key areas that every IT business needs to optimize if they want to dominate the marketplace. We're taking a fireside chat approach with three industry experts to discuss how you can leverage cutting edge tech like AI and automation to perfect your personnel, operations, and stack.
4:05 PM
Sponsor Awards Voting
4:15 PM
Closing Featured Speaker: TBD
5:15 PM
Closing Remarks, Sponsor Awards & Attendee Giveaways!

Speakers

Speakers

Jonathan Browning
Executive Director
The ChannelPro Network
Learn More

Jonathan Browning joined ChannelPro as the executive editor in 2023. His goal is to serve the channel community by covering the issues that matter most to MSPs, VARs, technology integrators, and IT consultants. He has successfully served in marketing, sales, and IT leadership positions throughout his career, including roughly six years in marketing director roles for Massachusetts-based managed services providers.
Q&A with an Ethical Hacker
Aug 11, 2025 2:45pm
CMMC: The Dire Implications for Your MSP
Aug 11, 2025 5:50pm
New Cybersecurity Services You Aren't Offering (But Should!)
Aug 12, 2025 8:45am
The Good, Bad, and Ugly: The Biggest Issues Facing New England MSPs in 2025
Aug 12, 2025 10:35am
Building the Perfect Security-powered MSP: Where to Start
Aug 12, 2025 3:35pm
Michelle Drolet
CEO
Towerwall, Inc.
Learn More

Michelle Drolet is a highly respected cyber security expert known for her expertise in the field. With a wealth of experience, she has earned recognition from clients, peers, and analysts alike. Michelle is a sought-after speaker and panelist, contributing regularly to leading online publications such as Forbes Technology Council, Wired.com, and IDG CSO Online. Named Forbes 50/50 in 2024. In 2022, Michelle was made the Women in Security Forum Power 100 list by Security Industry Association and honored as one of the Top 25 Women in Cybersecurity by The Software Report and named among the Top CEOs to Watch in 2020 by CIO Views. She has also been recognized as one of The 10 Most Powerful Women in the Channel by VARBusiness Magazine.
New Cybersecurity Services You Aren't Offering (But Should!)
Aug 12, 2025 8:45am
Seana Fippin
CEO
Red Box + STORM AI
Learn More

As co-founder of Red Box Business Solutions, a women-owned business, Seana is passionate about leading people around a mission and leveraging innovative technologies to grow, scale and secure businesses. Red Box is an AI-Focused, concierge-level managed service provider and cyber security firm, exceeding the technology needs of businesses, nationwide. Their team of award-winning experts deliver the highest level of service in the industry.
Windows 10 EOL: Don't Squander the Opportunity
Aug 12, 2025 3:05pm
Building the Perfect Security-powered MSP: Where to Start
Aug 12, 2025 3:35pm
Fernando Machado
Managing Principal & Chief Information Security Office
Cybersec Investments
Learn More

Fernando is the Managing Principal & Chief Information Security Officer for Cybersec Investments, an Authorized CMMC 3rd Party Assessment Organization. Fernando is a Lead CMMC Certified Assessor and CMMC Certified Professional (CCP). Fernando was a member of the CMMC Accreditation Body’s Standards Management Industry Working Group, which helped develop guidance on CMMC’s assessment criteria & scoping with over 17,000 volunteer hours. His contributions led to being formally recognized by the President of the United States with the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
CMMC: The Dire Implications for Your MSP
Aug 11, 2025 5:50pm
Building the Perfect Security-powered MSP: Where to Start
Aug 12, 2025 3:35pm
Sean Maguire
President & Founder
Synivate
Learn More

Sean implements forward-thinking strategies that incorporate automation and best-practice alignment, ultimately reducing risk for organizations and empowering them to scale effectively. He also focuses on helping other MSPs excel, believing that sharing insights fosters a stronger, more collaborative tech community.
New Cybersecurity Services You Aren't Offering (But Should!)
Aug 12, 2025 8:45am
The Good, Bad, and Ugly: The Biggest Issues Facing New England MSPs in 2025
Aug 12, 2025 10:35am
Mike Semel
President - CMMC Certified Assessor
Semel Consulting LLC
Learn More

Mike Semel, the Complianceologist. is recognized as a thought leader in the IT, compliance and business continuity industries. He is the President of Semel Consulting, a firm focused on regulatory cybersecurity compliance and Business Continuity planning that pays referral fees to MSPs. Mike is a CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA), CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP), Certified Security Compliance Specialist, ISC2 Certified Governance Risk Compliance, Certified HIPAA Security Professional, Disaster Recovery Institute Certified Business Continuity Professional & Certified Cyber Resilience Professional, and Certified Health IT Specialist. He has owned or managed MSP companies for over 30 years; served as Chief Information Officer (CIO) for a hospital and a K-12 school district; and managed operations at an online backup company. He has developed compliance sales and service delivery toolkits for MSPs. Details at https://complianceologist.com.
CMMC: The Dire Implications for Your MSP
Aug 11, 2025 5:50pm
Windows 10 EOL: Don't Squander the Opportunity
Aug 12, 2025 3:05pm
Michael Siggins
Founder, Publisher
The ChannelPro Network
Learn More

Michael Siggins is the founder and publisher of The ChannelPro Network. Since March 2007 the network has been providing targeted business and technology information for the IT channel. Via its print and online properties, the network delivers expert opinion, analysis, news, product reviews, and advice vital to business success. Michael is also president and publisher of ChannelPro: The Insider’s Guide to SMB, the only channel media property dedicated to the needs of channel professionals working in the SMB marketplace. Prior to founding The ChannelPro Network, Michael worked for more than 14 years at IDG, the world’s leading technology media, events, and research company.
Opening Remarks
Aug 11, 2025 2:30pm
Opening Remarks
Aug 12, 2025 8:30am
Ian Thornton-Trump
Chief Information Security Officer
Inversion6
Learn More

Ian Thornton-Trump CD is an ITIL certified IT professional with 30 years of experience in IT security and information technology. From 1989 to 1992, Ian served with the Canadian Forces (CF), Military Intelligence Branch; in 2002, he joined the CF Military Police Reserves and retired as a Public Affairs Officer in 2013. After a year with the RCMP as a Criminal Intelligence Analyst, Ian worked as a cyber security analyst/consultant for multi-national insurance, banking, and regional health care verticals. With a deep background in cyber threat intelligence Ian was previously the CISO for Cyjax Ltd., a UK based threat intelligence provider to enterprise customers. As a CISO at Inversion6 Ian’s role is to spearhead the efforts to duplicate the success of Inversion6 USA by offering fractional CISO and advanced cyber security solutions in the UK and EU markets. Ian has deep experience with the threats facing small, medium and enterprise businesses. His research and experience have made him a sought-after cyber security consultant specializing in building security operations providing services as a vCISO, and sharing his passion for building effective threat intelligence programs for small, medium, and enterprise organizations.
Q&A with an Ethical Hacker
Aug 11, 2025 2:45pm
The Good, Bad, and Ugly: The Biggest Issues Facing New England MSPs in 2025
Aug 12, 2025 10:35am
Matt Whitlock
Online Director, Technical Editor
ChannelPro
Learn More

Matt Whitlock is responsible for the strategic direction and technical content of ChannelProNetwork.com. He brings more than 20 years’ experience working in the technology industry to his reviews, analysis, and general musings about all things gadget and gear. Matt’s decade of experience in online media, community management, and web development has been instrumental in propelling the ChannelPro brand into the digital future. Matt also lends his vocal talent (and sense of humor) as host for the ChannelPro Weekly Podcast, a weekly audio program specifically tailored for resellers, VARs, MSPs, and system builders. His spare time is devoted primarily to his wife and two wonderful children as sports cheerleader, amateur chauffeur, opener of jars, target for NERF bullets, maker of coffee and sandwiches, changer of AA and AAA batteries, and fixer of computers.
MSP March Madness (in August!)
Aug 11, 2025 5:30pm
This…Isn't…Jeopardy: Cybersecurity Edition
Aug 12, 2025 2:25pm

Sponsors

Cancellation

Registration Cancellation

ChannelPro events are free for qualified MSPs and IT channel partners. Our staff reviews all registration information, and if the business details you provide on the form do not meet the required qualifications, your registration will be canceled.

If you need to modify or cancel your registration, please email us at events@channelpronetwork.com.

Hotel Cancellation

If you do not attend the event at all and do not send us an email of your cancellation by Aug. 4, 2025, your reservation fee will not be refunded.

Please email us at events@channelpronetwork.com if you need to modify or cancel your hotel reservation.

Additional Info

Event Location:

Boston Marriott Newton - 2345 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02466

Located just outside downtown Boston, the Boston Marriott Newton offers a scenic and convenient setting along the Charles River. Guests enjoy modern rooms, an on-site restaurant and bar, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. Its location provides easy access to I-90 (Mass Pike) and Route 128.

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