2025 Speakers

Conference Chairs

Greg Denholm

IT Europa

Greg Denholm

IT Europa

Greg Is an experienced editor in the IT and telecoms channels managing and publishing executive news interviews, features and market reports across platforms including IT Europa, Comms Dealer, and Fibre Provider. He has moderated and managed content at panels for major industry events both online and in person. 

Will Garside

IT Europa

Will Garside

IT Europa

Will specialises in writing and presenting – producing a huge range of content, ranging from thought-leadership articles to white papers. He started his career as a computer engineer before becoming one of the first producers on Sky TV’s primetime technology show “The Computer Channel” – alongside also covering mainstream business and technology news. He then worked as a product reviewer and technical writer for IT Network before going to Computer Weekly to cover security, telecoms and networking. He worked for several large technology brands including Microsoft and EMC as a technical writer and media consultant and was also the editor at International Broadcast Engineer – a role that saw him deliver a huge number of detailed analysis pieces on emerging video experiences. He has also written a number of books including tech guides for Which? and several "Dummies" guides on topics including big data and storage.

Will is also a highly experienced event moderator, managing content and panels at both the IBC and NAB shows for the last 10 years.

Keynote Speakers

Gordon Strachan

Gordon Strachan is a former Scottish footballer and manager, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Scottish football history. Born on February 9, 1957, in Edinburgh, Strachan enjoyed a successful playing career as a dynamic midfielder known for his technical skill, vision, and leadership. He played for several prominent clubs, including Dundee, Aberdeen, and most notably, Celtic, where he became a fan favourite for his ability to dictate play and score important goals.

Strachan’s international career with Scotland spanned from 1980 to 1986, earning 50 caps and scoring 5 goals. After retiring from playing, he transitioned into management, where he achieved considerable success. He managed clubs like Coventry City, Southampton, Middlesbrough, and most notably, Celtic, where he won several domestic titles, including three Scottish Premier League championships.

Strachan also had a notable spell as the manager of the Scottish national team, leading them through various qualification campaigns for major international tournaments. Known for his sharp wit and candid nature, Strachan made a lasting impact both as a player and a manager. Post-retirement, Strachan continues to contribute to football through media work and his involvement in various football-related initiatives.


Katie King, MBA

CEO

Katie has over 30 years’ experience and has advised many of the world's leading brands and business leaders, including Richard Branson/Virgin, NatWest/RBS, Accenture, PA Consulting, Orange, Arsenal Football Club, and Harrods. Her expertise spans all industries and sectors, with IPO experience, and growth for blue-chip brands and start-ups.

 In recent years, Katie has developed a keen interest in Artificial Intelligence, and has become a sought-after thought leader on the topic. She is author of Using Artificial Intelligence in Marketing: How to Harness AI and Maintain the Competitive Edge and AI Strategy for Sales and Marketing, published by Kogan Page in 2019 and 2022 respectively.


Speakers

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Kaseya

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Ingram Micro

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Ingram Micro

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SuperOps

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Arrow

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Steven Wood

OpenText Cybersecurity

Steven Wood

OpenText Cybersecurity

Steven Wood has been focused on assisting IT service providers, large and small, in launching value-added services in the small, medium, and enterprise markets for over 15 years. At OpenText, he and his team help MSPs deliver Cyber Resilience-as-a -Service via reseller channels.

In case you are still reading, Woody has built and enabled strong technical teams within distribution, value-added resale, and solution consulting organisations. He has worked with the largest multi-national service providers as well as distribution, executing in diverse and challenging markets around the globe. Woody has helped to build the brand and reputation of his team based on winning the technical and emotional win with accountability.

Woody takes pride in aligning solutions with the goals of the partner and empowering them to scale as they grow. He believes that empowered teams are always happier teams; continually learning and sharing in successes together.


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Topsec Cloud Solutions

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Topsec Cloud Solutions

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Huntress

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Sophos

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ConnectWise

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ConnectWise

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Artur Bar

Intel

Artur Bar

Intel

Artur Bar with over 25 years of IT sales experience is specialized in creating new markets and developing sales teams, for advanced technologies.

Working with Intel for 20 years has extensive, practical experience in organizing sales events for distributors, OEM/MNCs, sales partners. He is charismatic presenter and technology trainer for server systems, client’s systems, software and AI. His presentations and trainings gather strong awareness and are very well received.

In private time photographer and startup management enthusiast.

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Object First

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Object First

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Rewst

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Hornetsecurity

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Hornetsecurity

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