SMBiT Professionals
National Conference 2025 


Next Level Success | Join us! #SMBiT2025

Elevate Your Business. Advance Your Expertise. Build the Future. 

Location: 
The Novotel Sydney Olympic Park
Pre-Day Sessions: 
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 
Conference Dates:

Thursday, October 9 & Friday, October 10, 2025

The SMBiT Professionals National Conference is the premier event for Australia’s technology service providers (TSPs). This year’s theme, Next Level, is about pushing boundaries, adopting smarter strategies, and leveraging the latest technology to scale your business, enhance client relationships, and strengthen your position in the market. 

This is the must-attend event for business owners, IT leaders, and decision-makers looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. 

Exclusive to SMBiT Professionals Members 

The SMBiT Professionals National Conference is exclusively for members. As a member-driven association, this event is designed to provide targeted, high-value content for technology service providers who are committed to growing their businesses, building stronger networks, and staying ahead of industry trends. 

This exclusive environment ensures that every session, speaker, and networking opportunity is tailored specifically to your needs as a TSP, giving you access to industry insights, peer collaboration, and vendor connections that directly impact your success. 

If you're not yet a member, now is the perfect time to join. New members can take advantage of our special conference package that includes membership and access to the event, learn more.

What to Expect?

  • Industry-leading insights from world-class speakers on AI, cybersecurity, automation, and business transformation. 
  • Direct access to leading vendors showcasing innovative products and solutions tailored for TSPs. 
  • Opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and explore new opportunities. 
  • Pre-day deep dive sessions designed to provide practical takeaways that can be applied immediately. 

Conference Theme: Next Level

Conference Theme: Next Level

Elevate your brand to the Next Level. The IT industry is evolving fast so let’s adapt, innovate, and push boundaries together—it's time to progress to the Next Level.

"Next Level" is more than a theme—it’s a strategic mindset that challenges you to overcome industry limitations with smarter strategies and cutting-edge technology. 

Whether it be your business, knowledge or clients, the SMBiT Professionals National Conference 2025 is all about progressing to the Next Level. 

Keynote Speakers

Mark Iles


Day One Keynote: Steve Vamos

Steve Vamos, author, speaker, advisor, and former CEO of Xero, Microsoft Australia, and Apple Asia Pacific, will discuss the critical, often-overlooked "customer why" behind every great technology adoption. His keynote will highlight insights into digital transformation, leadership, and industry trends.  


Day Two Keynote: Mark Iles 

Join Mark Iles, Principal Channel Analyst at Tech Research Asia (TRA), as he explores the opportunities in the SMB sector and how partners must evolve to captialise them. Backed by exclusive research into the sub-100-user SMB market—prepared specifically for the Conference—this session will provide valuable insights. While TRA has long emphasised the need for partners to transform in response to shifting customer demands, many still struggle to keep pace. Don’t miss this chance to get ahead.


Pre-Day Workshops – October 8

The pre-conference workshops return this year on Wednesday, October 8, providing attendees with access to intensive, high-value sessions before the main event begins. These workshops offer practical knowledge and insights from industry leaders, with separate technical and business-focused streams designed to address key challenges facing TSPs today.

Ben Verschaeren

Alex Tilley

Ryan Spillance

James Davis


Cybersecurity Technical Workshop

(Limited Spaces) 


This exclusive technical workshop will be led by Ben Verschaeren, Global Director, Sales Engineering, Sophos, and Alex Tilley, Global Threat Research Coordinator, Okta. Cybersecurity isn’t just a hot topic—it’s a relentless, never-ending loop ofrisk, shiny new tools, regulations, and recovery. Expectinteractive discussions, real-world case studies, and straight-talking adviceon what works—and what doesn’t. 





Business Strategy Workshop  

(Limited Spaces) 
 

For TSP business owners looking to secure their future, Ryan Spillane, CEO of 360 Consulting, and James Davis, CEO of The TSP Advisory, will lead a business-focused workshop titled "Transform or Exit." This session is designed to help IT business owners adapt, innovate, and build resilient, future-ready businesses. Attendees will gain practical strategies for business transformation, succession planning, and long-term growth. 

Become a Speaker at the 

SMBiT Professionals National Conference 2025  

Are you ready to take your expertise to the Next Level? The SMBiT Professionals National Conference 2025, is seeking engaging, real-world speakers to help our members scale their businesses, master cybersecurity, harness AI, and future-proof their operations. 

This is your opportunity to share your knowledge with a highly engaged audience of IT business owners, TSPs, and technology professionals who are looking for practical, actionable insights to drive success in an evolving industry. 

Why Speak at Our Conference?

Showcase Your Expertise: 
Establish yourself as a thought leader and share insights that matter. 

Expand Your Network:
Connect with industry peers, vendors, and potential collaborators and build relationships that can lead to new opportunities.  

Influence the Industry: 
Help shape the future of TSP’s by sharing your experiences and strategies and providing valuable insights and practical solutions.

Boost Your Visibility: 
Gain exposure before, during, and after the event through conference promotional materials. 

As a speaker, you’ll be presenting to an audience of decision-makers, business owners, and IT professionals who are actively looking for practical, real-world strategies to improve their businesses, enhance their technical expertise, and stay ahead in an ever-changing industry.

We’re looking for both business and technical speakers who can deliver high-impact sessions with actionable takeaways. If you have real-world expertise, compelling insights, and a passion for helping others grow, we want you on stage at SMBiT Professionals National Conference 2025.

Submission Guidelines 

To apply as a speaker, submit the following details: 

  • Presentation title & summary 
  • Key takeaways for attendees 
  • Your bio & professional background 
  • Previous speaking experience (if applicable) 

Deadline for submissions: 30th April, 2025
Submissions are accepted only via the speaker submission form below. 

Take the stage at the SMBiT Professionals National Conference 2025 and help push the industry to the Next Level! 

Sponsorship– Take Your Brand to the Next Level

SMBiT Professionals is inviting sponsors to elevate their brand and actively contribute to the growth and success of Australia's TSP community. The 2025 SMBiT Professionals National Conference will bring together technology service providers, business owners, and decision-makers who are looking for innovative solutions, strategic partnerships, and expert insights. 

As the IT industry transforms at breakneck speed, your sponsorship can drive innovation and secure a leadership position in a dynamic marketplace. "Next Level" is more than a theme—it’s a strategic mindset that challenges you to overcome industry limitations with smarter strategies and cutting-edge technology. 

Aligning with SMBiT Professionals National Conference 2025 gives you direct access to top-tier decision-makers, helping you expand your market presence, build lasting client relationships, and establish your expertise.  Join us as a sponsor and leverage this exclusive platform to propel your business forward into the future 

Why Sponsor?

Targeted Exposure: 
Sponsors will gain direct access to a highly engaged audience of IT business owners and decision-makers servicing small and medium-sized businesses. The conference provides an intimate, high-impact environment, ensuring genuine conversations and valuable connections. 

Meaningful Connections: 
Unlike traditional trade shows, the SMBiT Professionals National Conference is designed for relationship-building. Sponsors can engage with attendees through interactive exhibits, networking events, speaking opportunities, and breakout sessions. This is an opportunity to go beyond sales pitches and build long-term partnerships with businesses actively looking for trusted technology providers. 

Brand Visibility: 
With a community-driven approach, SMBiT Professionals ensures that sponsors receive premium visibility before, during, and after the event. Sponsors will benefit from strategic placements in conference materials, digital promotions, and branding opportunities across key touchpoints. 

Thought Leadership: 
The Next Level theme challenges TSPs to embrace new strategies, adopt cutting-edge technology, and strengthen their businesses. Sponsors will have the opportunity to demonstrate their expertise by sharing innovations, industry insights, and future-focused strategies that position them as trusted leaders in the field.

Purchase Your Tickets Now

This is the most important event of the year for technology service providers. Secure your spot today and take your business, expertise, and network to the next level. 

For questions, email [email protected] or call 1300 884 606. 

Conference Agenda

Sponsor Announcement

Event Location

The Novotel Sydney Olympic Park
11A OLYMPIC BLVD
SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK
NSW 2127
AUSTRALIA

CONFERENCE TICKET PRICES / #SMBiT2025

MEMBER EARLY BIRD PRICING
SOLD OUT

$695

Valid for members only.  

Available until 31 March 2025.

FULL PRICE

$995

Valid for members only.

From 1 April 2025.

PRE-DAY + CONFERENCE BUNDLE

$1140

Valid for members only.

Limited to 40 tickets

NEW MEMBERSHIP + CONFERENCE

$1495

(Pre-Day add-on: $549)

Only valid for new members (and past members who

have not held a membership since 1 July 2022). 

Check if you are eligible to become a member at https://www.smbitpro.org/join/
Closing 30 September 2025

GROUP DISCOUNT

$545


Only valid for members from the same company.

Register three or more attendees from
the same business at 
$545 per ticket (conference only). 

Contact [email protected] to organise.

Closing 30 June 2025


Spaces are limited, and prices increase after March 31. 


MEDIA PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON ....

We’ve been extremely well supported in the past years by the media and will be announcing our partnership with a leading Australian based media organisation shortly


SMBiT Professionals

National Conference 2025 Sydney


Progress to the Next Level