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.
Connection
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 | 3:00pm –3:45pm | Panzacola F3 and F4
IT Nation welcome reception
Kick off the conference at our Welcome Reception! Network with exhibitors while catching up with old friends and making new connections. Enjoy dinner and drinks, fun swag giveaways, and light music from our DJ.
What to Wear: Business attire or comfortable clothes you can transition into the following concert.
Wednesday, November 5 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm | Solutions Pavilion
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 | 7:00am – 8:00am | Rosen Shingle Creek Grounds
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, tasty light bites before heading to Universal Studios.
Featured Beverage Sponsors:
ConnectSecure | Aura | Cynet | Adaptive Catalog | Inky | DNSFilter | Krsip | Flexpoint | TD Synnex
Thursday, November 6 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Solutions Pavilion
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
Closing party
Say farewell to IT Nation Connect 2025 with our airport-inspired Closing Connections send-off, sponsored by Threatlocker! Grab a final drink, reconnect with peers, and share goodbyes before heading home.
Friday, November 7 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Outside Keynote Room
*Non-alcoholic options available.
Rock the Nation
IT Nation Connect Global kick-off party
Wednesday, November 5 | 9:00pm – 11:00pm
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 community lunch
We’re so happy you’ve traveled across borders to attend! Join the IT Nation team for an exclusive lunch and connect with other international attendees.
Thursday, November 6
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.
Wednesday, November 5 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Panzacola F1 and F2
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
Don’t miss a moment!
Watch keynotes and select sessions live through the event app or at Streaming Stations located throughout the venue
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
Enjoy the Magic of Orlando Theme Parks!
As a valued conference attendee, you're eligible for exclusive discounted tickets to two of Central Florida’s most iconic attractions: Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort. Whether you’re seeking thrills, immersive worlds, or magical moments, now’s your chance to explore the parks at a special rate. Click the images below to purchase your tickets and start planning your unforgettable adventure!
