March 9-11, 2026

GTIA North America Community & Councils Forum and Spotlight Awards

GTIA members and IT channel leaders from the U.S. and Canada come together at the North America Community & Councils Forum to collaborate on the issues and opportunities shaping the industry in the year ahead and beyond. Join us for a unique channel event where ideas become action—through open dialogue, peer-led working sessions, and professional connections that strengthen ITSPs, vendors, and the entire channel ecosystem.  

Attendees will also be the first to hear business-building insights from GTIA’s flagship 2026 State of the Channel research—an exclusive, unbiased look at market forces influencing growth in the year ahead. With opportunities to join working groups within the community, celebrate peers at the Spotlight Awards Dinner, hear best practices from GTIA Advisory Councils, and engage in programs like GTIA mentorship and the launch of the NowGen Interest Group, the North America Community & Councils Forum is where GTIA members shape what’s next—together. 


 
 


Event Dates:
Monday, March 9 - Wednesday, March 11, 2026
 
Location:
505 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
 
Reservations: The GTIA North America Community and Councils Forum hotel room block cut-off date has passed. The InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile is sold out on some nights over the conference dates. Please check online or call the hotel directly to inquire at 1-877-865-6578. A short list of alternative Hotels nearby can be viewed here. You may also reach out to GTIA Event Registration at [email protected] with questions.
 
 

GTIA members receive unlimited complimentary registrations for everyone at their company.  

Not a member? Pay just $450 to attend. Registration includes one year of membership for ITSPs and will be applied toward member dues for vendors and distributors. Membership covers your entire company. Once you join, unlimited staff can register for the North America Community & Councils Forum.  

North America Spotlight Awards 
The GTIA Spotlight Awards shine a light on individual members and member companies in the U.S. and Canada that are making an impact on our association and the IT channel through their active leadership and innovation. Join your peers for an evening of recognition and connection as we toast the people and organizations shaping the future of our industry. 

Dress to celebrate—cocktail attire encouraged, black tie optional 

Nominations for the North America Spotlight Awards program are closed.

Stay tuned for additional details, coming soon! 

Questions? Please email [email protected].