CompTIA channel calendar 2013

A full list of CompTIA UK events and seminars aimed at helping the channel build its business

Quick Start Session to Managed Print Services May 14, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

Solution providers learn how to build the formula for managed print success in this 45-60 minute presentation. Enterprise organisations are reducing print-related expenses by contracting with outside suppliers to provide and manage their printer, copier, scanner and other related equipment needs. This session shows solution providers how to get a piece of the action by exploring the current market and identifying how to overcome potential challenges. Attendees also receive the CompTIA Quick Start Guide to Managed Print Services.

CompTIA UK Channel Community Meeting

May 15, 2013

Coventry, United Kingdom

Quick Start Session to Social Media for Marketing June 11, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

While the impact of social technologies on many business processes continues to grow, the use of social media tools and platforms in marketing and sales has become well established. This session is packed with tips and tactics for leveraging social media in your marketing and lead generation activities. You’ll discover how to use social media to increase your online visibility, drive more qualified traffic to your site, and turn that traffic into leads and sales. You’ll also find lists of tools and resources to help you manage your social media marketing time and to measure the results of your social media marketing. Attendees receive a copy of the CompTIA Quick Start Guide to Social Media for Marketing.

Quick Start Session to Entering a New Vertical Market July 9, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

What does it take to tackle a niche market? The first thing most people ask when considering whether to focus on vertical or niche markets is, of course, what are the benefits? In this session, learn 10 steps to help you build an effective plan to assist your organisation and become a dominant provider of IT solutions for your chosen vertical market. You’ll hear best practices on selecting a target vertical market and creating a profile for clients in that market, as well as identifying key influencers in the market and creating a positioning statement. This is a must-attend session if you’re looking to expand your business into a new vertical and want to minimise obstacles to entry. Session attendees also receive the CompTIA Quick Start Guide to Entering a New Vertical Market.

CompTIA UK Channel Community Meeting

July 17, 2013

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Quick Start Session to Crafting a Mobility Offering August 13, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

Smartphones and tablets are accelerating businesses’ move to mobility. With that comes not only an opportunity but also a requirement for channel partners to help customers deploy and manage increasingly complex mobile work environments. In this 45-60 minute session, attendees look at some of the steps for building a successful mobility strategy, including tips on bundling and marketing solutions. Attendees also receive a copy of the CompTIA Quick Start Guide to Crafting a Mobility Offering.

Channel Account Manager (CAM) Training Information Session September 10, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

Regardless of whether they work for vendor ABC or company XYZ, Channel Account Managers must understand the nuances of the IT channel in order to successfully develop business and serve their partners. Join us to hear what every CAM needs to know directly from channel leaders. You'll also get a sneak peek at the new CompTIA CAM training programme available to vendors.

Quick Start Session to Unified Communications October 8, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

Do you have a solid plan for delivering UC solutions to your customers? If not, this 45-60 minute presentation walks you through the requirements for getting a unified communications practice off the ground. Learn the actionable steps and best practices developed by experienced industry professionals. Session attendees also receive the CompTIA Quick Start Guide to Unified Communications.

CompTIA EMEA Member and Partner Conference

October 21/22, 2013

London, United Kingdom

Quick Start Session to IT Security November 12, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

In this 45-60 minute presentation, solution providers learn simple steps to help build and grow their IT security practice. Attendees learn about compliance regulations, cloud integration, how to weave security into each opportunity, adherence to best practices and re-educating customers. Session participants walk away with a list of contacts and businesses they need to know to build their IT security practice, as well as receive the CompTIA Quick Start Guide to IT Security.

Quick Start Session for Data Recovery and Business Continuity December 10, 2013, 3:00 p.m. (GMT)

Where are the opportunities in data recovery and business continuity? How do other solution providers leverage the opportunities? This session seeks to answer these questions by covering the information introduced in the CompTIA Quick Start Guide to Data Recovery and Business Continuity, a copy of which attendees receive at the conclusion of the session.