# ChannelPro DEFEND: Alexandria 2026

- Dates: 1 September 2026 to 2 September 2026
- Location: Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, Virginia, United States
- Organiser: CyberRisk Alliance, LLC
- Industry: Cybersecurity

## About

The ChannelPro LIVE & DEFEND 2026 series stands as a leading nationwide initiative dedicated to bringing together IT professionals, managed service providers, and cybersecurity experts in cities throughout the United States. This event series is designed to address the most urgent cybersecurity challenges organizations face today, providing a dynamic platform for education, collaboration, and professional advancement. By fostering a community of knowledge-sharing and innovation, the series aims to empower IT teams to navigate the evolving digital landscape with confidence.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://events.channelpronetwork.com/2026-channelpro-defend-alexandria/)
- [Registration](https://events.channelpronetwork.com/webinars)

## Topics

- Comprehensive Cybersecurity Education and Training
- Networking and Collaboration Opportunities
- Empowering IT Teams for the Future

## Speakers

- Michael Siggins, Founder, Publisher, The ChannelPro Network
- Christopher Barber, Chief Nerd, Cheaper than a Geek
- Kevin Mann, Founder & President, Resilient IT
- Trevor Hardy, Founder and CEO, NEXTGen IT
- Matt Whitlock, Technical Editor, ChannelPro
- James Abercrombie, Senior Sales Engineer, Acronis
- Henry Timm, Cofounder, Rocket Fuel Factory
- Dawn Sizer, CEO
- Peter Busam, Founder & Owner, Equilibrium Consulting, LLC
- Dustin Sitton, Founder and Principal, Incite Automation
- Atul Bhagat, President/CEO, BASE Solutions LLC

## Where to stay

- **Lakeshor Motor Inn**: motel, 510 m from the venue, 404 North 6th Avenue West, Virginia, 55792
  - [Hotel website](http://lakeshor.com/)
  - Phone: +1 218-741-3360
- **Pine View Inn**: motel, 1.9 km from the venue, 903 17th Street North, Virginia, 55792
  - [Hotel website](http://pineviewinnmotel.com/)
  - Phone: +1 218-741-8918

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