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August 25, 2026 | 12:00PM ET | Online

DEEP DIVE: Driving Profit with AI & Automation

DEEP DIVE: Driving Profit with AI & Automation

AI and automation are transforming MSP operations right now. In this interactive Deep Dive virtual event, you’ll see how forward-thinking IT providers are using new technology to streamline workflows, boost efficiency, and create profitable new services for their SMB clients. We invite you to ask questions and help shape the conversation in real time!

At this interactive online event we’ll cover:

  • The best tools that streamline workflows and reduce manual tasks.
  • The most profitable services MSPs are packaging with AI and automation.
  • Specific examples of MSP success boosting margins with smart tech.

Don’t miss this incredible online experience, register below!

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August 25, 2026 | 12:00PM ET

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Sessions for Tuesday, August 25, 2026

12:05 PM
The Secrets of Selling AI-as-a-Service: How to Profit from Innovation

AI is rapidly becoming the foundation of modern MSP operations, with automation capabilities transforming how IT businesses operate. But they're also marketing and selling AI services. That's a golden opportunity for companies looking to differentiate and scale.

In this can't-miss session featuring MSP innovator Ronnie Parisella, we’ll explore the smart tools and AI-powered strategies that top MSPs are using to boost profits. We'll cover the "low hanging fruit" - simple, actionable steps that you can use to build AI into your service offering.

If you want to stay ahead of the curve, don't just join us! Bring your questions to this interactive presentation.

12:35 PM
Driving Profit with AI & Automation: What MSPs Need to Know Right Now
Sponsored by Channel Hunters

AI and automation aren't just buzzwords anymore, they're becoming the difference between MSPs that grow margins and MSPs that get squeezed by them. But with so many tools, platforms, and "AI-powered" pitches flooding the market, it's easy to lose track of where the real profit actually is.

In this fast-paced session, we'll take stock of where MSPs are actually seeing results today, from packaging AI into new recurring revenue services, to using automation to cut internal labor costs, to protecting margins on services already being sold, to speeding up sales cycles with AI-assisted prospecting and proposals. Rather than focusing on any single tool or vendor, this session offers a grounded look at what's working, what's overhyped, and what MSPs should be paying attention to as the market matures.

Attendees will leave with a clearer picture of where AI and automation are creating real profit for MSPs today, and a better sense of where to focus their own attention next.

12:55 PM
Finding the Right First Step for AI and Automation
Sponsored by TruNorth Dynamics

Many organizations know they should be exploring AI and automation, but they are not sure where to start. In this 15-minute session, Ole Gjerde will share practical signs that a business may be ready, including manual processes, disconnected systems, reporting gaps, and repeated administrative work.

He will also cover the first steps in evaluating readiness, identifying realistic use cases, and creating a clear path forward. Attendees will leave with a simple framework for starting the conversation and an understanding of how TruNorth can help assess, plan, and support the right next steps.

1:05 PM
AI Voicebots Made Simple: Turn Virtual Agents into High-Margin Recurring Revenue
Sponsored by Wildix

AI is opening up new opportunities for MSPs, but building custom, CRM-connected solutions can often feel complicated and time-consuming. What if you could create an AI-powered virtual agent that integrates with your customers' existing tools in just minutes?

Join us for a fast-paced, 15-minute demo to see how Wildix makes it easy to build and deploy AI voicebots that help answer calls, route customers, capture key details, and automatically create CRM records with AI-generated summaries and transcripts.

We'll also introduce the AI Integration Architect, a guided assistant that helps translate your customer's business needs into a ready-to-use voicebot prompt—making it even easier to get started.

In this session, you'll learn how to: ● Package and sell Virtual Assistant as a Service (VAaaS) as a recurring revenue opportunity. ● Quickly deploy AI voicebots that connect with CRM platforms like HubSpot. ● Turn a customer's business requirements into a working AI voicebot in minutes. ● Help SMB customers automate customer interactions without adding unnecessary complexity.

1:20 PM
Video as a Managed Service: Your Client's Cameras are Idle - Let Nx AI Manager make them Profitable
Sponsored by Network Optix
Nearly every SMB you support already has cameras on the wall—passive boxes recording footage no one watches until something goes wrong. Nx AI Manager changes that, running AI analytics right at the edge to detect what actually matters — people, vehicles, intrusions, safety events. Then the Nx Rules Engine turns those detections into automated action: instant alerts, third-party integrations, and workflows that trigger without anyone watching a screen. In this Deep Dive, Network Optix shows how this detect-and-automate pairing lets MSPs replace manual monitoring with proactive, hands-off video services that command premium recurring margins. We'll cover the tools, the analytics that clients pay for, and real examples of partners packaging "video as a managed service" into monthly or yearly contracts.
1:35 PM
From Device to Identity: Rethinking BYOD Security for MSPs
Sponsored by Aura Business

Employee-owned devices have become one of the largest—and most overlooked—security gaps in the modern IT stack. While 79% of MSPs monitor corporate laptops, only 24% extend that visibility to employee-owned devices, even though these devices frequently access corporate data.

New research from Omdia highlights the risks of this blind spot: more than half of MSPs have experienced a BYOD-related security incident in the past two years. The majority of these incidents are not due to lost devices but stem from credential theft and email compromises.

Peter Giardino, Head of MSP Channel Strategy at Aura Business, will discuss how MSPs are driving the adoption of an identity-based approach to BYOD security. He will outline how this approach goes beyond traditional Identity and Access Management to address critical gaps, enabling MSPs to protect clients without adding complexity or risk.

1:45 PM
Turning Cyber Readiness into Recurring Revenue
Sponsored by Inscora

Cyber insurance is rapidly becoming one of the biggest drivers of cybersecurity investment for small and mid-sized businesses. As underwriting requirements continue to evolve and clients face increasing pressure from customers, regulators, and cyber threats, MSPs are finding themselves at the center of the cyber insurance conversation.

This session explores how forward-thinking MSPs are using cyber readiness as a catalyst for business growth. Rather than focusing on selling insurance, attendees will learn how to leverage cyber insurance requirements to identify security gaps, create remediation projects, strengthen Quarterly Business Reviews, and generate new recurring revenue - essentially, every cyber insurance underwriting requirement creates a remediation opportunity.

We'll discuss the market trends driving increased cyber insurance adoption, why clients increasingly rely on their MSPs to navigate these conversations, and how cyber readiness assessments can transform technical findings into strategic business discussions. Whether you're looking to expand your cybersecurity practice, increase client retention, or differentiate your MSP in a competitive market, this session will provide practical insights you can immediately apply to your business.

Key takeaways: • Why cyber insurance is reshaping cybersecurity conversations with SMBs. • The growing role MSPs play in helping clients achieve cyber readiness. • How to turn cyber readiness gaps into remediation projects and recurring revenue. • Strategies for positioning your MSP as a trusted cybersecurity advisor instead of a reactive IT provider. • Practical ways to scale cybersecurity conversations across your client base while creating measurable business value.

2:20 PM
How MSPs Can Win with AI-Driven SEO
Struggling to get more qualified leads despite spending big on a quality website? The problem might be your visibility to AI platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Microsoft Copilot. Join a live Q&A with AI SEO expert Naren Patil as he shares how AI is reshaping web visibility. He'll walk through ways you can drive 10x more organic traffic and generate more qualified leads without spending a dime on advertising. We'll welcome your questions during this incredible, live interview.

Speakers

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Senior Sales Engineer for North America
Network Optix

Jonathan Benedick is a Senior Sales Engineer for North America with deep expertise in security surveillance and video management systems. He brings broad industry experience spanning system integrators and MSPs, hardware manufacturers, and cloud storage providers, giving him a well-rounded perspective on the full surveillance ecosystem. In his role, Jonathan supports OEMs, integrators, and managed service providers from a technical standpoint, delivering live software demonstrations, designing scalable solutions, and providing hands-on technical support. His ability to bridge complex technology with real-world customer needs makes him a trusted partner across the VMS landscape.
Video as a Managed Service: Your Client's Cameras are Idle - Let Nx AI Manager make them Profitable
Aug 25, 2026 1:20pm
VP Sales
Inscora

With more than 17 years in the technology industry, Steven Dahan has built his career by helping innovative companies accelerate growth through strategic partnerships, go-to-market execution, and enterprise sales. He has been part of two successful technology exits, leading partnership and revenue initiatives that helped scale each business.

Known for his practical, relationship-first approach, Steven believes the best partnerships are built by understanding a customer's business before discussing a solution. Rather than delivering generic sales pitches, he focuses on identifying the shortest path between a business challenge and a measurable outcome — keeping conversations direct, relevant, and value-driven.

Today, as Head of Sales at Inscora, Steven works closely with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to help them transform cyber insurance readiness into a strategic business opportunity. By bridging the gap between cybersecurity, insurance, and managed services, he helps MSPs strengthen client relationships, uncover new recurring revenue opportunities, and position themselves as trusted advisors in an increasingly complex cyber landscape.

Turning Cyber Readiness into Recurring Revenue
Aug 25, 2026 1:45pm
Head of MSP Channel Strategy
Aura Business

Peter Giardino is the Head of MSP Channel Strategy at Aura Business, where he leads the charge in modernizing BYOD security for the channel. A recognized veteran with over 20 years of experience, Peter has a proven track record of scaling MSP businesses—notably growing Acronis’s cloud business from $10M to $55M. Named to the CRN 100 People You Don’t Know but Should, Peter is known for his deep technical breadth across cybersecurity, automation, and cloud infrastructure, and his commitment to building "MSP-first" sales motions that actually work.
From Device to Identity: Rethinking BYOD Security for MSPs
Aug 25, 2026 1:35pm
CEO
TruNorth Dynamics

Ole Gjerde is the CEO of TruNorth Dynamics and a recovering IT services founder. He started his first company while still in college, learned a lot of lessons the hard way, and eventually helped transform TruNorth Dynamics from a traditional Dynamics project firm into a product-focused Microsoft Business Applications partner. Ole spends most of his time helping MSPs and businesses navigate growth and responsibility, especially when it comes to knowing when to build, when to partner, and when “we don’t do that” creates more problems than it solves. His talks are practical, opinionated, and designed to be immediately useful, with just enough dad jokes to keep things interesting.
Finding the Right First Step for AI and Automation
Aug 25, 2026 12:55pm
Regional Sales Manager for North America
Network Optix

Andrew has extensive experience in the security and video software management industry, having worked with notable companies such as Avigilon, Software House, and Geutebrück. Andrew serves as a pivotal role in driving growth and expanding the Nx presence across North America.
Video as a Managed Service: Your Client's Cameras are Idle - Let Nx AI Manager make them Profitable
Aug 25, 2026 1:20pm
Project Manager
Databit

Ronnie Parisella is a Sr. IT Pro with over 25 years experience working in NYC IT Services. Before branching out, Ronnie worked for Charles Schwab & Co., the McGraw-Hill companies, Scholastic Books, MTV, and the New York New Media Association (NYNMA). After co-founding and running a successful MSP for 10 years, he has been a consultant to the industry fitting in where needed, from Help Desk (Have you tried turning it off and on?) to Management Consulting (Have you tried turning yourself off and on?). He has helped build or rebuild over a dozen MSPs and now is focused on excellence in Project Management through tight tracking and controls. He's a frequent contributor to numerous industry publications and was named a leading CTO under age 40 by VAR Business magazine. When not helping others build MSPs, Ronnie collects comics and shoots pool in Upstate NY.
The Secrets of Selling AI-as-a-Service: How to Profit from Innovation
Aug 25, 2026 12:05pm
Founder
MarketEngine by StartupWind

Naren Patil is the Founder of MarketEngine by StartupWind and a seasoned marketing and product leader with over 25 years of experience in marketing, demand generation, and product strategy. Through StartupWind, he has worked with more than 10,000 small businesses, helping them accelerate growth and innovation. Prior to StartupWind, Naren served as GM and Head of Product Marketing at Saba Learning, where he managed marketing initiatives supporting a $100M revenue target. He was also Chief Marketing Officer at NGDATA and Director of Product Marketing at BEA Systems, where he helped grow a flagship product from $25M to $50M in annual revenue within a year. BEA was later acquired by Oracle for $9 billion. Naren also led product management at TriNet, a company that grew into a $2.5B public software business. He is a frequent speaker, including at TiEcon Silicon Valley, has been featured in Forbes, holds an MBA from Northwestern Kellogg.
How MSPs Can Win with AI-Driven SEO
Aug 25, 2026 2:20pm
Sales Engineer, Integrations & AI Architect
Wildix

Julio Ramirez is a Sales Engineer and Integrations Lead at Wildix with over 15 years of experience engineering scalable Unified Communications solutions and driving channel partner success. A recognized expert in open-source telephony, secure system architecture, and AI integration, Julio bridges the gap between complex technical development and profitable partner enablement.

At Wildix, he spearheads advanced custom integrations, including CRM connectors and intelligent AI voicebot architectures, empowering IT providers to deliver high-margin, tailor-made solutions for the SMB market.

AI Voicebots Made Simple: Turn Virtual Agents into High-Margin Recurring Revenue
Aug 25, 2026 1:05pm
Director of Marketing and Growth
Channel Hunters

Helen is a USF Alumni -- Go Bulls! She is an experienced Sales Representative and Account Manager, adept in marketing and lead generation for the IT industry. For the last 5 years, she has been focused on creating customized marketing campaigns to help drive business growth (both tele- campaigns and digital). She is a Maryland native who has come back here, part time, to be with her daughter while she attends college. She also has proud dog-grandmom to Ember.
Driving Profit with AI & Automation: What MSPs Need to Know Right Now
Aug 25, 2026 12:35pm
Founder, Publisher
The ChannelPro Network

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.
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Aug 25, 2026 12:00pm
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Aug 25, 2026 2:45pm

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