2026 Agenda

Growth is getting harder. Organic sales are inconsistent, talent is expensive, and competition is increasing. At the same time, more MSPs are coming to market than ever before. For smaller MSPs, acquisition is no longer just a strategy for large providers or private equity-backed firms—it’s becoming a viable, and often necessary, path to faster, stronger, and more strategic growth.

But is acquisition the right move for your MSP? And if so, are you ready to do it successfully? Deals that look good on paper can fall apart in practice. Integration challenges, cultural misalignment, pricing conflicts, and client fit issues can derail even the most promising opportunities.

This 60-minute peer group session, guided by Steve Alexander, CEO of MSP-Ignite, creates a confidential space for MSP owners to have honest, operator-level conversations about what acquisition really looks like for businesses in the 5–50 employee range. You’ll hear from peers who are considering deals, actively pursuing them, or have already been through the process. Together, you’ll explore what worked, what didn’t, and what they’d do differently. Whether you attended Monday’s 3-hour MSP Peer Group or not, this session will help you decipher the questions surrounding growth via acquisition.

What You’ll Gain:

• A clear understanding of whether acquisition is a realistic and strategic path for your MSP.
• Insight into how deals are being structured and funded in today’s market.
• Real-world lessons on what makes acquisitions succeed—or fail.
• A sharper view of the risks, tradeoffs, and opportunities before you pursue a deal.

This is not a theoretical conversation—it’s a practical, working session designed to help you evaluate whether acquisition should be part of your growth strategy and what it will take to do it right.

Session Details:

• Duration: 60 minutes
• Format: Closed-door peer group discussion, facilitated by a professional peer group leader.
• Eligibility: MSP owners only (5–50 employees preferred). Walk-ups may not be accepted.

Limited capacity. Pre-registration recommended. Must meet qualifications. Walk-ups may not be accepted.