Networking

Connect and mingle with the most engaged IT community in the world!

Meet and learn from peers who have been in your shoes at the premier conference for MSPs! The event includes extensive business and social gatherings for in-person attendees where you can have fun while making the most of networking opportunities.

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Connection

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First Timers Orientation

Calling all IT Nation Connect Global first-timers! Stop by to get tips and tricks for navigating the conference, making the most of your time, and getting to know the community. 

 

Wednesday, November 5 | 3:30pm –4:15pm

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IT Nation Welcome Reception

Kick off the conference at our Welcome Reception! You can network with exhibitors while catching up with old friends and new. Dinner and drinks* are provided. Welcome to IT Nation Connect Global 2025! 

 

Wednesday, November 5 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Solutions Pavilion

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IT Nation Gives: 5K Race Supporting K9s For Warriors

Join us for a 5K run in support of K9s For Warriors. Your generosity will go right to work to help pair a struggling Warrior with a shelter dog trained to help veterans with post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, or military sexual trauma.

 

Thursday, November 6 | 6:30am – 8:00am | Rosen Shingle Creek Grounds

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Pub Crawl

Cheers and beers! Join this casual crawl through the Solutions Pavilion and mingle with exhibitors and attendees while sampling an array of craft beers, seltzers, and other offerings. 

 

Thursday, November 6 | 5:00pm – 6:30pm | Solutions Pavilion 

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IT Nation Celebration at Universal Studios Orlando

The IT Nation is taking over Universal Studios Orlando®! Enjoy dinner, drinks*, and private access to epic rides. It will be a night of unforgettable excitement!  

 

Thursday, November 6 | 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Universal Studios Orlando

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Closing Party

We celebrate your hard work and the successes…with spectacular parties! Join us to close the conference with a sure-to-be epic celebration of food, fun, and community. More surprising details coming soon...

 

Friday, November 7 | 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Rock the Nation – IT Nation Connect Global Kick-Off Party

Wednesday, November 5 | 9:00pm – 11:00pm
We’re excited to offer IT Nation Connect Global attendees a personalized ticket site for Universal Orlando. Enjoy easy online purchasing with a small discount on multi-day tickets, plus exclusive After 2PM or After 4PM tickets only available through this site.
All-Access Additional Pass

Kick off IT Nation Connect Global 2025 with an unforgettable night of high-energy music, global connection, and powerful purpose.

This is more than just a party—it’s where the IT Nation comes together to celebrate big wins, bold missions, and the community that makes it all possible. Goo Goo Dolls will take the stage to deliver a legendary performance that will have you singing along and dancing all night.

At the same time, the party will honor veterans and raise money for K9s For Warriors, helping veterans around the world rebuild their lives with the support of trained service dogs. Whether you're here to rock or here to give back, you'll be part of something unforgettable.

Don’t miss your chance to experience this electric night. Social passes are available for registered attendees to bring a guest and party with purpose.

Community

International Partner Happy Hour

We’re so happy you’ve traveled across borders to attend! Join the IT Nation team for an exclusive happy hour just for you with drinks* and conversation.

 

Details coming soon

PitchIT

Don’t miss the culmination of the PitchIT™ accelerator program. The final three contestants will present their innovative solutions to a panel of judges on Wednesday. The first-place prize is $70,000 and exclusive resources from ConnectWise to help support innovation in our community.

 

Learn more about PitchIT >>

 

Wednesday, November 5

Meetups

Join like-minded peers who are in your shoes! Meetup groups include Veterans, Internal IT, and more! You can see all the Meetup groups in the IT Nation app once you register for IT Nation Connect Global.

Other experiences

Streaming station

Watch the keynotes and select sessions live at the dedicated Streaming Station on-site, or stream them online via the Attendee Virtual Hub. We understand that not all attendees can make it to every session in Orlando or virtually. We’re excited to make it easier than ever to watch from the comfort of wherever you are!

 

Streaming daily during conference hours | Schedule coming soon

Quiet Zone

This dedicated space is an oasis tucked away from the frenetic conference energy and thoughtfully designed to cater to your accessibility needs, work requirements, and moments of tranquility.

 

Open throughout the conference

Prayer Room

The Prayer Room is available 24/7 and arranged to provide a peaceful sanctuary for moments of reflection, meditation, and prayer for attendees.

 

Open throughout the conference

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*Non-alcoholic options available.