In-Person Event

September 1 - 2, 2026 | Alexandria, Virginia

2026 ChannelPro DEFEND: Alexandria

Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

2026 ChannelPro DEFEND: Alexandria

Ready to reach your next million in cybersecurity revenue? ChannelPro DEFEND is the two-day security event you can’t afford to miss. Built for MSPs, MSSPs, and other IT channel partners, this in-person experience features business-building strategies and threat landscape intel you won’t find anywhere else.

NEW in 2026! Our Day 1 DEFEND Cybersecurity Workshop provides a fully curated journey through four focused tracks: Risk Mitigation, Cybersecurity Response, Business Growth, and Cutting-Edge Tools.

These interactive courses, designed by industry experts and successful MSPs, deliver the secrets to building an IT business that lasts. Plus, you’ll connect with the channel’s top vendors, see exclusive product demos, meet new referral partners, and have a ton of fun.

100% free for qualified channel partners, ChannelPro DEFEND: Alexandria will feature insights from the IT Channel’s leading practitioners and renowned strategists. Join us to learn:

  • 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 practices and tactics for positioning your business as a trusted security partner

Join your fellow IT providers from throughout the region to network. It’s also a golden opportunity to meet the industry’s most innovative vendors, discover new cybersecurity tools, and strike deals that fuel growth.

Event Details

Dates

September 1 - 2, 2026

Location

Alexandria, Virginia

Venue

Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

Cost

Free for Qualified Channel Partners

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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.

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Event Location:

Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

📍 5000 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311

Hilton Alexandria Mark Center is a modern hotel located just minutes from downtown Alexandria and a short drive to Washington, D.C. It offers spacious guest rooms, flexible meeting spaces, and a full-service business center. Guests can enjoy on-site dining, a fitness center, and an indoor pool. Conveniently located near major highways, Metro access, and local attractions, the hotel provides both comfort and easy access for conference attendees and visitors exploring the D.C. area.

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Parking is $15 a day. However, event attendees can park for free. Simply visit the event registration desk to get your parking ticket validated.

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