Pax8 September partner update

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Global Partner Update - September

News – global

Pax8 honored with eight ChannelPro Readers’ Choice awards​

Pax8 has been named a 2023 ChannelPro Readers’ Choice Award winner in eight categories. Among the awards were Gold wins for best cloud/MSP offerings, best sales support, and best training programs. Learn more.

Pax8 CSO Ryan Walsh recognized on CRN’s 2023 top 100 executives list

CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Ryan Walsh, Chief Strategy Officer of Pax8, to its exclusive 2023 Top 100 Executives list. This annual list honors the passionate and hard-working technology executives who are supporting, growing, and redefining the IT channel. Learn more.

6 operational pitfalls to avoid as an MSP​

It’s not easy to run a successful managed service provider (MSP) business. From managing financial metrics to optimizing time entry and following standard procedures, optimizing MSP operations is crucial to maximize efficiency and ensure long-term growth.​ Learn more.

Your MSP service manager survival guide​

There’s massive opportunity right now in the managed services industry for those interested in becoming a service manager. Moving from an engineering role at a managed services provider (MSP) to a service manager role can be an important step in your career journey, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges, and the role and responsibilities are quite different than you may be used to.​ Learn more.

Boost your bottom line by mastering the fixed fee effective ratio​

One of the key metrics that can significantly impact your bottom line is service gross margin — the difference between gross revenue and the costs associated with delivering services. It serves as a critical measure of your business’s health and guides decisions for future growth. Learn more.

Pax8 news – North America

Pax8 names Craig Donovan Chief Experience Officer​

Pax8 has promoted Craig Donovan to Chief Experience Officer (CXO). This is a newly created position that will align with the evolving needs of the business. In the role, Donovan will lead the company’s new experience team that will focus on enhancing experience with partners, vendors, and customers. Learn more.

Marketplace updates – global

Pax8 and Rewst provide MSPs with purpose-built robotic process automation platform

Rewst brings accessible robotic process automation (RPA) to MSPs through the Pax8 Marketplace. Rewst offers deep Application Programming Interface (API) integrations with more than 40 products commonly used by MSPs, allowing them to automate repetitive, manual tasks that consume significant time and leave room for human error. Learn more.

Learn more about Rewst in the Pax8 Marketplace.

Pax8 events – global

Pax8 Microsoft Monthly Update | Virtual

Pax8 and Microsoft have teamed up to offer a series to help simplify Microsoft so you can gain big wins throughout the year. Each month, we’ll review critical updates, share key details, and go over actions you should take to generate success in 2023. Think of this as your all-in-one Microsoft explainer. For those unable to attend, there will be a video recording after the event.

  • Who should attend: all Microsoft buying partners
  • September 11 | 9-10:30am MT

Pax8 events – North America

Pax8 Launch Briefing | Virtual

Gain solutions for common MSP pain points​, learn PSA integrations that ease billing headaches, and get an inside look from a current Pax8 partner.

  • Who should attend: MSPs new to, or interested in, partnering with Pax8 located in the United States and Canada​
  • September 7 | 1-2:30pm MT

Pax8 Mission Briefing | Virtual

Join our Mission Briefings to learn upsell and cross-sell strategies that help build on Microsoft foundations and create a comprehensive tech stack that meets the needs of today’s modern workplace.

  • Who should attend: Pax8 partners looking to grow their business and expand their Pax8 stack offerings
  • September 14 | 9am-2pm MT

Azure Bootcamp | Virtual

Navigate the complexities of adopting and selling Microsoft solutions with Pax8 Azure experts.

  • Who should attend: technical representatives
  • September 19-20 | 9am-1pm MT

Pax8 events – EMEA

Cybersecurity Masterclass | Bristol, UK

This innovative and collaborative one-day event helps you and your clients navigate the complexities of cybersecurity and ensure you and your clients are guarding against potential threats now, and in the future.

  • Who should attend: all EMEA Pax8 partners
  • September 19 | All day

Cybersecurity Masterclass | Zwolle, The Netherlands

The Cybersecurity Masterclass is a practical and collaborative one-day event that helps you and your clients navigate the complexities of cybersecurity. Kickstart your go-to-market approach.

  • Who should attend: all EMEA Pax8 partners
  • September 21 | 8:30am-3:30pm CEST
  • Pax8
    Zuiderzeelaan 53
    Zwolle, 8017 JV

Modern Workplace Bootcamp | Virtual

Join the two-day deep dive into top cloud solutions that your techs have been waiting for.

  • Who should attend: all EMEA Pax8 partners
  • September 26-27 | 9am-1pm BST

Pax8 Mission Briefing | Edinburgh, UK

Join our Mission Briefings to learn tips, tricks, and proven strategies for Pax8 partners to increase sales and create a secure tech stack.

  • Who should attend: all EMEA Pax8 partners looking to grow their business and expand their Pax8 stack offerings
  • October 12 | 9am-4:30pm BST

Pax8 events – APAC

Pax8 Biz Apps Breakfast Melbourne: Dynamics and Power Platform | Melbourne, Australia, and virtual

Get insights on the SMB side of Dynamics and the Power Platform, find out how Copilot can transform businesses, and learn how Pax8 can support your business to unleash the power of Microsoft.

  • Who should attend: MSPs new to, or interested in, partnering with Pax8 located in the ANZ region
  • September 18 | 8-10:30am AEST​
  • Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands
    15 Waterfront Way
    Docklands, VIC 3008, Australia

Unleashing Tomorrow with Microsoft’s Latest Technologies | Melbourne, Australia, and virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn as we teach you how to embrace and adopt Microsoft’s latest technologies to give your MSP a competitive edge in 2024 and beyond.

  • Who should attend: MSPs new to, or interested in, partnering with Pax8 located in the ANZ region
  • September 18 | 12-2:30pm AEST​
  • Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands
    15 Waterfront Way
    Docklands, VIC 3008, Australia

Pax8 Biz Apps Breakfast Adelaide: Dynamics and Power Platform | Adelaide, Australia, and virtual

Learn how to harness the power of Dynamics and Power Platform to grow your business, with topics such as insights on the SMB side of Dynamics and the Power Platform, how Copilot could transform customer businesses, and more.

  • Who should attend: MSPs new to or interested in partnering with Pax8 located in ANZ region
  • September 20 | 8-10:30am ACST​
  • The Terrace Hotel Adelaide
    208 South Terrace
    Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia

Unleashing Tomorrow with Microsoft’s Latest Technologies | Adelaide, Australia, and virtual

At our lunch and learn, you’ll learn about Microsoft’s latest technologies; security, productivity, and A.I.; identifying active net-new opportunities in your existing client base with propensity data; and more.

  • Who should attend: MSPs new to or interested in partnering with Pax8 located in the ANZ region
  • September 20 | 12-2:30pm ACST​
  • The Terrace Hotel Adelaide
    208 South Terrace
    Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia

Pax8 Biz Apps Breakfast Perth: Dynamics and Power Platform | Perth, Australia, and virtual

Learn how to harness the power of Dynamics and Power Platform to grow your business, with topics such as insights on the SMB side of Dynamics and the Power Platform, how Copilot could transform customer businesses, and more.

  • Who should attend: MSPs new to or interested in partnering with Pax8 located in ANZ region
  • September 21 | 8-10:30am AWST​
  • Hyatt Regency Perth
    99 Adelaide Terrace
    Perth, WA 6000, Australia

Unleashing Tomorrow with Microsoft’s Latest Technologies | Perth, Australia, and virtual

Join us for lunch, and learn about Pax8 and Microsoft strategy, Microsoft incentives, A.I., spotting growth opportunities, and more.

  • Who should attend: MSPs new to or interested in partnering with Pax8 located in the ANZ region
  • September 21 | 12-2:30pm AWST​
  • Hyatt Regency Perth
    99 Adelaide Terrace
    Perth, WA 6000, Australia

Channel events – North America

ChannelPro SMB Forum | Newton, MA

Join tech innovators and thought leaders in the CompTIA community for three days of learning, collaborating, and transforming your business and career.​ Use Pax8 partner code P8VIP for free access.

  • ​Who should attend: Pax8 partners in the U.S. and Canada
  • September 7 | All day
  • Boston Marriott Newton
    2345 Commonwealth Ave
    Newton, MA 02466

TechCon Unplugged | Woodbridge Township, NJ

Join like-minded business owners for a weekend packed with resources to help your IT business thrive.

  • ​Who should attend: Pax8 partners in the U.S. and Canada
  • September 7-10 | All day
  • Delta Hotels by Marriott Woodbridge
    515 U.S. 1-South
    Woodbridge Township, NJ 08830

ASCII Edge 2023 | Chicago, IL

Learn how to build a better MSP business, meet with more than 30 technology providers, and network and learn best practices. Use code “Pax8” for free access.

  • ​Who should attend: Pax8 partners in the U.S. and Canada
  • September 20-21 | All day
  • Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago
    1800 East Golf Road
    Schaumburg, IL 60173

CanITCon | Banff, Canada

At this premier event for technology professionals, gain insights and expertise about the latest trends and best practices in the tech industry. Network with industry experts, potential partners and customers, and other MSPs like yourself.

  • ​Who should attend: Pax8 partners in the U.S. and Canada
  • September 25-26 | All day
  • Banff Centre of the Arts
    107 Tunnel Mountain Dr
    Banff, AB T1L 1H5, Canada

DattoCon | Miami, FL

With content catered to every role at an MSP, DattoCon will deliver valuable insights, including how to provide your customers the best possible service, along with sales and marketing strategies to help your business grow.

  • ​Who should attend: Pax8 partners in the U.S. and Canada
  • October 2-4 | All day
  • InterContinental Miami
    100 Chopin Plaza
    Miami, FL 33131

Best of Breed (BoB) CRN | Atlanta, GA

The BoB Conference brings together 100+ attendees from CRN’s elite solution provider lists to connect and engage over the course of two days. This in-person event features an empowering CEO interview, SP 500 solution provider spotlights, economic and market trend sessions, executive panel discussions and briefings, and peer-to-peer networking.

  • Who should attend: Pax8 partners in the U.S.
  • October 9-10 | All day

ChannelPro SMB Forum | Atlanta, GA

Introducing the Channel event for IT integrators, MSPs, consultants, and VARS. Gain actionable strategies and best practices to build recurring revenue streams, practical tips on everything from using A.I. to navigating economic uncertainty, and set aside dedicated time to meet and build partnerships with leading suppliers. Use the discount code “P8VIP” for free access to this event.

  • Who should attend: Pax8 partners in the U.S.
  • October 10-11 | All day

Academy – North America

Pax8 on YouTube – Marketing and Branding Strategy for MSPs

Learn marketing and branding strategy for MSPs with Sky Kurz, Senior Corporate Campaign Manager at Pax8, including why it’s important to have a strategy and how to create one.

Academy – APAC

Pax8 Academy now offering subscription packages for Instructor-Led Courses

Are you an MSP that values education and development of your people? Pax8 Academy now offers an Instructor-Led Course subscription package to help you budget for quality training for your business. These courses are delivered in a virtual classroom environment and cover specific topic areas focused on delivering practical education that will directly impact your business, your leadership, and/or the skills of your people. Learn more at Pax8 Academy.

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