30 October 2023  —  Acronis

MSP GLOBAL 2023: A peek at the star-powered speakers

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Acronis Partner Day at MSP Global

In just two weeks, the iconic Nürburgring race track facility in Germany will transform as over 2,500 MSPs from around the globe gather for the highly anticipated MSP GLOBAL 2023. In this inaugural year, Acronis is the event's title and cyber protection partner.

The week begins with Acronis Partner Day on November 13–14. Partners will enjoy captivating keynotes, certification training with Acronis Academy, networking opportunities, and even heart-pounding race experiences.

A stellar lineup: Prime Ministers, rock stars and pro racers

But that’s not all! The star power at MSP GLOBAL on November 15–16 is like no other industry event. Here’s a sneak peek at three of the headliners scheduled to present, who will leave you inspired and motivated.

On Wednesday morning, Sanna Marin takes to the stage to discuss “Moving quickly, making history.” Marin knows about making history. At 34, she was the youngest Prime Minister in the world when she took Finland’s top office. She’s a dynamic powerhouse and Finland's third and longest-serving female head of government. Marin then led her country through the fastest NATO accession process in history. Join “the coolest politician in the world” for insights into smart, precise decision making when the stakes are high and all eyes are on you.

Closing out the first day’s sessions is a panel discussion, “Chasing the Fastest Lap: From the Pit Lane to the Boardroom.” Moderated by Fraser Masefield, Martin Tomczyk joins Norbert Haug and Kai Ebel as panelists for a captivating racing discussion. Tomczyk is a German pro racing and BMW Motorsport works driver who raced on the Nürburgring race track.

Thursday after lunch, Sir Bob Geldof presents “Where Business Meets Passion.” Businesses can achieve much more than profit: that is the belief of rock star, activist, actor and entrepreneur Bob Geldof. He has never been shy about using his platform to fight for what he believes in, from his punk rock days with the Boomtown Rats to organizing the legendary Live Aid concert. Geldof has run several successful businesses and advises the 8 Miles Equity Fund on strategic, political, and industry issues. Join “Sir Bob” for a frank discussion about how business acumen, passion and an eye on emerging technology can help you boost more than one bottom line.

Acronis experts share their insights

Several members of the Acronis team will take to the main stage for presentations, promising to have attendees glued to their seats.

On the first day of the event, brace yourself for an enlightening session on the Acronis Cyber Stage as Patrick Pulvermüeller and Candid Wüest present "Untangled: Solving the MSP complexity problem." With client data protection as their top priority, they will delve into the consequences of successful cyberattacks that can paralyze networks and support teams, causing utter chaos. But fear not, as they unveil a unified solution to safeguard client systems and data from the latest threats. Prepare to be amazed as they share their expertise and guide you through the path to cyber resilience.

In the afternoon, get ready to be inspired by Philipp Rösler, former vice chancellor of Germany and Acronis board advisor, as he takes the main stage with his presentation titled "Data and Digital Borders: The vital role of MSPs." With a wealth of knowledge in politics, technology and economics, Rösler's insights are invaluable. Having served as the Federal Minister of Health and the Federal Minister of Economics and Technology, his expertise is unparalleled. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of MSPs' crucial role in the digital landscape.

The second day kicks off with the highly anticipated session by Candid Wüest, titled “Deepfake live: A fireside chat with evil AI.” As Vice President of Cyber Research, Wüest identifies emerging cyberthreats to keep Acronis customers safe. In this captivating demonstration, he explores the intriguing concept of deepfake technology and its potential risks. Witness the power and dangers of AI as Wüest encounters a deepfake version of himself working for the dark side. This entertaining and informative session is not to be missed, as it sheds light on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.

Full throttle in the fast lane

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for an extraordinary showcase of knowledge and innovation at MSP GLOBAL.

If you haven’t registered for MSP GLOBAL, there’s still time.

About Acronis

A Swiss company founded in Singapore in 2003, Acronis has 15 offices worldwide and employees in 50+ countries. Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is available in 26 languages in 150 countries and is used by over 20,000 service providers to protect over 750,000 businesses.