Our Format

We have created a platform for executive engagement, with both time and content to support relationship building, business strategy, and driving sales forward. It is here that you will have the opportunity to meet with 50 of these elite companies.

 Insight from Leading Industry Speaker
Through Vendor Ketynotes, Executive Think Tanks and CIO/Vendor Panels, vendors and solution providers have opportunities to hear from Leading Industry Speakers about issues unique to the IT industry.

Vendor Keynotes Vendors Keynotes are an exclusive theatre-style presentation. Vendors may address a strategic IT issue, make a technology announcement, present a key case study, or launch a new product, program or service. Vendors benefit from the impact made by addressing a large audience at one time, while attendees have the opportunity to hear details about specific products and services.
Executive Think Tanks Executive Think Tanks are 30 minute cuncurrent sessions designed to create an open discussion between the presenter and audience. These moderated sessions are interactive and relaxed conversations. Moderators available upon request.
CIO/Vendor Panels Panels are a 45-minute interactive session, where you will have the opportunity to sit on a panel, moderated by Robert DeMarzo, SVP Strategic Content, UBM Channel. Participating vendors will be asked to provide a brief overview on their company's role and vision, and to work with the moderator to prepare for the predetermined topic.

Unique Networking Opportunities
Solution Provider 500 presents numerous networking functions specifically designed for optimum social interaction between vendors and solution providers to develop and strengthen relationships. Networking opportunities may include all or many of the following programs:

• Welcome Reception
• Networking breakfasts and luncheons throughout the event
• Themed parties sponsored by participating vendors
• Private Dinners

Golf Outing Come and play with peers and sponsoring vendors.
Solution Provider 500 Awards The Solution Provider 500 Awards (formerly VAR500) is a high profile and much anticipated event, where the CRN editorial staff recongizes some of the Solution Provider 500 category winners. This luncheon concludes the conference.