The meeting place for the tech Channel Community
Channel Summit provides the best environment for channel buyers, consumer technology & IT brands to do business and forge new partnerships.
Channel Summit events are a high-value opportunity to engage potential business partners through a highly focused series of pre-arranged one-to-one meetings via the ChannelHub platform.
Our 'invitation-only' format with a cap on both exhibitor and delegate numbers ensures a safe, relaxed and focused event for all our attendees.
Find out more what makes Channel Summit different from regular trade shows
Features | Channel Summit | Traditional Trade Shows |
|---|---|---|
Primary Focus | Pre-arranged 1:1 meetings between vendors, distributors, and retailers to foster partnerships. | General exhibition with booths, walk-ins, and passive lead generation. |
Format | Curated, invite-only (for qualified channel professionals). | Open to the public (any attendee with a ticket/pass). |
Networking Style | Structured matchmaking – Meetings are scheduled in advance via a dedicated platform. | Casual networking – Random encounters, booth visits, and ad-hoc conversations. |
Attendee Profile | Highly targeted (vendors, distributors, retailers, resellers). | Broad mix (vendors, end-users, media, general public). |
Lead Generation | High-quality, pre-qualified meetings with decision-makers | High volume, but unqualified leads (many tire-kickers). |
Content & Sessions | Focused on channel strategy, partner growth, and industry trends. | Broader topics, including product demos and general industry news. |
Exhibition Space | Minimal or no booths – Emphasis on private meetings. | Large expo halls with vendor booths and displays. |
ROI for Participants | Efficient use of time – No wasted hours walking aisles; every meeting has a purpose. | More exploratory – Requires filtering through crowds to find relevant contacts |
Duration | Shorter, more intense (2 days of back-to-back meetings). | Longer(5 days+) |
