Channel Velocity: Partner Summit 2026

Driving Partner Growth & Profitability in the AI Era

Join SoftwareOne, Microsoft, Alibaba Cloud and channel leaders from across the UKI ecosystem for the inaugural Channel Velocity: Partner Summit 2026.

As AI continues to reshape the technology landscape, partners face a significant opportunity to drive growth, create new revenue streams and build long-term profitability. This exclusive partner event brings together the people, insights and opportunities shaping the future of the channel.

From AI monetisation strategies and market trends to practical partner opportunities and networking with industry leaders, you'll leave with valuable insights to help accelerate your business in FY27 and beyond.

What You'll Learn

State of the Channel & Partner Growth

Hear from SoftwareOne leadership and industry guests as they discuss the current state of the partner ecosystem, emerging market trends, growth opportunities and SoftwareOne's continued investment in channel success.

AI Profitability: Turning AI into Revenue

Discover how successful partners are monetising AI today through profitable services practises, Copilot adoption programmemes and recurring revenue opportunities that deliver measurable customer outcomes.

Alibaba Cloud Partner Opportunity

Explore international growth opportunities, customer scenarios and how partners can leverage SoftwareOne and Alibaba Cloud to expand their offerings and reach new markets.

Build Valuable Connections

Engage with channel leaders, vendors and peers throughout the day, culminating in an interactive networking experience at Clays Soho.

Agenda

Time	Session	Speaker
12:00 – 12:30	Registration, Drinks & Networking
12:30 – 13:00	Welcome & State of the Channel	SoftwareOne
13:00 – 13:45	Lunch & Networking
13:45 – 14:10	AI Profitability: Turning AI into Revenue	Microsoft
14:10 – 14:30	Alibaba Cloud Partner Opportunity	Alibaba
14:30 – 14:50	Data: Laying the Track for AI Success	SoftwareOne
14:50 – 15:00	Summary & Event Wrap-Up	SoftwareOne
15:00 – 17:00	Clays Competition, Food, Drinks & Networking

Networking & Clays Experience

Following the conference sessions, join us for an exclusive networking experience at Clays, Soho.

Enjoy food and drinks while competing in Clays' immersive virtual shooting experience, designed to encourage conversation, collaboration and a little friendly competition. This informal session provides the perfect opportunity to connect with:

• SoftwareOne leadership
• Microsoft experts
• Alibaba Cloud representatives
• Fellow channel partners
• Industry peers and decision makers

Located just a short three-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus, Clays Soho combines cutting-edge technology, premium hospitality and interactive entertainment in a unique private event space.

Secure Your Place

Spaces are limited for this exclusive partner event.

Register now to join SoftwareOne, Microsoft, Alibaba Cloud and fellow channel leaders as we explore the opportunities that will shape partner growth and profitability in the AI era.