CompTIA ChannelCon is referred to as the “big tent” event because it’s the only place where solution providers, vendors, distributors, analysts, media, tech associations and other channel organizations come together in one place to learn from each other and take the IT industry to the next level.
A large part of ChannelCon is the Technology Vendor Fair – where more than 130 vendors are expected to exhibit this year. Many ChannelCon vendors are launching new products and demonstrating new solutions at ChannelCon. Read on to get a sneak peek of what’s to come in Orlando from a few of ChannelCon’s exhibiting companies.
Alteva
Alteva, a provider of hosted unified communications as a service, will feature its cloud-based technologies and business applications for voice, video and collaboration services for the office and mobile workforce.
Carbonite
Carbonite offers comprehensive cloud backup from a trusted brand that protects clients’ most important data securely and affordably. ChannelCon announcements include updates on Carbonite’s reseller program and the introduction of an exciting new offering.
Intermedia
Intermedia is a provider of cloud services to small- and mid-sized businesses. The company is hosting an exclusive cloud services meeting for partners and prospects on July 29 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at ChannelCon. Attendees will learn how to build a successful cloud-based business by leveraging Intermedia’s flexible partner program and suite of cloud services.
Kerio Technologies
Kerio Technologies will showcase several of its products at the Technology Vendor Fair, including Samepage.io, a social collaboration platform; Kerio Connect, a cross-platform linking email, calendar and contacts for the mobile workforce; Kerio Operator, a business phone system designed to simplify voice communications; and Kerio Control, a unified threat management and network intelligence.
Mailprotector
Mailprotector will highlight its newest hosted exchange offering along with its full arsenal of cloud-based email security, management and hosting services sold exclusively through the channel to businesses, government entities and non-profits around the globe.
Managed Print Services Association
The Managed Print Services Association (MPSA) will present its MPSA Leadership Awards on-site at ChannelCon. The awards recognize best-in-class MPS solutions and providers in the industry.
MicroCorp
MicroCorp is one of the nation’s leading telecom master agencies with 50+ carriers under contract and supporting and managing more than 1,500 professional agents and VARs nationwide. MicroCorp will be connecting with the VAR market at ChannelCon to empower VARs to sell carrier services and solutions.
Network Box USA
Network Box USA is a global managed security services provider that delivers a cost-effective unified gateway security solution. The company will demonstrate its award-winning Unified Threat Management (UTM+) solution and other offerings at ChannelCon.
ProcureIT
ProcureIT will spotlight its offering for managed service providers and IT consultants as a single-source solution for the procurement of IT hardware and software. The firm coordinates and oversees the entire procurement cycle from start to finish, from product quoting through equipment delivery.
SaaSMAX Corp.
SaaSMAX will announce the official commercial launch and unveiling of its new SaaSMAX value-add Saas Marketplace platform at ChannelCon, featuring SaaS solutions including Clio, LiveVHD, MightyCall, PerfectPitch and GoBIG.
SimpleSignal
SimpleSignal will showcase its cloud-based unified communications and collaboration services, delivering voice, video and mobile communications to thousands of satisfied business customers globally.
Spruce IT Asset Recovery
Spruce IT Asset Recovery, a global IT lifecycle solutions provider serving commercial, educational and government organizations, will promote its total solution for IT asset management at ChannelCon, including IT acquisition optimization, IT asset disposition, certified data eradication, asset remarketing and ban compliant recycling across the globe.
Tech Data Corporation
Tech Data Corporation is a leading distributor of technology products and services. The company will showcase enablement tools and services at ChannelCon to meet the needs of solution providers through its AIS, e-Business, TDAgency, TDMobility, and TDCloud business units.
Tely Labs
Tely Labs will demonstrate its newly-announced telyHD Pro appliance for the first time at ChannelCon. The telyHD Pro appliance is a new videoconferencing system that provides businesses of all sizes with standards-based interoperability and unparalleled functionality at a breakthrough price-performance point.
In addition to browsing the Technology Vendor Fair you have a decent shot at winning a prize! Many of the ChannelCon vendors are participating in booth raffles and giving away valuable prizes such as free products, iPad Minis, Kindle Fires, smart speakers, smart phones, gift cards and much more!
All CompTIA members receive free unlimited registration at ChannelCon 2013. Non-member IT solution providers can attend the conference for just $150, which includes a one-year CompTIA membership. Visit ChannelCon 2013 for more information and a complete list of exhibitors.
