IT Nation Announces Finalist Companies for the PitchIT Class of 2024
May 16 2024 - 9:00AM
IT Nation, a global community of peers, thought leaders, and
experts dedicated to elevating the IT ecosystem to new heights, is
pleased to announce the companies selected as finalists to compete
in the PitchIT program. Established in 2018, PitchIT is a startup
incubation competition that allows innovators to showcase potential
offerings that can be built or integrated into the ConnectWise
ecosystem. The competition aims to improve the efficiency,
profitability, and security of ConnectWise's more than 44,000 MSP
partners. By fostering collaboration and investment in partner
growth, PitchIT facilitates faster innovation and synergies between
ConnectWise and its partners, ultimately driving the advancement of
ConnectWise partners.
Participating companies will participate in a
16-week business transformation course, co-marketing efforts with
ConnectWise through webinars aimed at the manager service provider
(MSP) space. To increase partner visibility, participating
companies will be listed on the ConnectWise Marketplace, where they
will have the opportunity to grow their MRR by up to 50%, increase
lead generation by 40% and shorten sales cycles by 30%.
Close to 100 companies from seven different
countries have participated in the PitchIT competitions from 2018
to present. The following 26 companies have been selected as the
2024 class:
- Scott & Scott,
LLP, a law firm focused on IT services
and Privacy and Security based in the Dallas area, TX
- Giant Rocketship,
an AI-powered platform that revolutionizes helpdesk profitability
in Autotask based in Baton Rouge, LA
- PC Powersave, a
tool to reduce computer energy consumption and generate
environmental reports based in Birmingham, UK
- DefensX, a product
to improve safe working anywhere on any network or device by
converting a traditional web browser into a zero-trust secure
browser based in New York City
- MSP Process, LLC,
which improves MSP service delivery with PSA-integrated
verification, communication and automation tools based in New
Orleans, LA
- Overe LTD, a
continuous monitoring tool for SaaS environments based in London,
UK
- Senteon, which
helps MSPs improve their compliance measures based in Marietta,
GA
- xAmplify Inc, a
channel marketing automation and PRM platform based in Fremont,
CA
- Xeneth Pty Ltd, a
billing tool to help MSPs improve their profitability based in
Brisbane, Australia
- ThreatMate, an
attack surface reduction, risk scoring and IT compliance platform
based in Dover, DE
- Strategy Overview,
an MSP life cycle management software based in White Plains,
NY
- RYTHMz, a 5G
network provider for MSPs based in Phoenix, AZ
- GetInSync Strategic
Management, a tool designed to help MSPs build business
plans based in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
- ThreatCaptain, a
financial cyber risk platform for MSPs based in Greenville, SC
- HighGround.io, a
cybersecurity sales enablement tool based in Perth, UK
- Cavelo Inc., a
simplified data protection and attack surface management platform
based in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
- Infima
Cybersecurity, a cybersecurity training software product
based in Orlando, FL
- ShadowHQ, a
virtual bunker for cybersecurity attack response based in
Montebello, NY
- The ComplianceAide, a multilingual
AI-driven compliance co-pilot designed for SMBs based in
Plainfield, IN
- CheckRed, a united
platform for SaaS and Cloud security based in Dallas, TX
- SeedPod Cyber
LLC, offers unique insurance programs
focused on cyber insurance and Tech E&O based in Philadelphia,
PA
- ZenContract, an
MSP contract management tool based in Auckland, New Zealand
- Strety, a EOS for
team management tool based in Miami, FL
- Aportio
Technologies, which automates customer service centers and
IT help desks with AI to improve service experiences based in
Auckland, New Zealand
- Symoda Ltd, a
customer communication and experience platform for IT services
based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- CrushBank, an AI
knowledge management system for IT providers based in Syosset,
NY
Throughout the competition, thought leaders
within the MSP space will serve as “Cameo Coaches” to provide
guidance and feedback to participating companies. The judges will
evaluate each solution based on product innovation, value
proposition, GTM strategy, contribution to the industry, and
likelihood of success in order to narrow down the three
finalists.
“We’re thrilled to announce this year’s PitchIT
cohort," said Sean Lardo, ConnectWise Evangelist. “PitchIT
participants provide crucial innovation to the channel as a whole
and have seen significant success in the past, including increases
in revenue, shortened sales cycles, and even new acquisitions and
fundraising rounds. We’re looking forward to introducing this
year’s solutions to our partner ecosystem and beginning the judging
process to crown this year’s winner as part of our efforts to bring
greater security and profitability to the MSP community.”
The finalists selected from this group will be
invited to present their solutions on the center stage at IT Nation
Connect on November 6-8, 2024. The first-place winner will receive
$70,000 in prize money and the second-place winner will receive
$30,000. The three 2023 finalists realized a 200% increase in
closed deals during the competition.
“We tremendously value the opportunity for
exposure that the PitchIT competition provides to up-and-coming
startups in the channel,” said Brian Doyle, co-Founder and CEO at
Essex, CT-based vCIOToolbox and second place PitchIT 2023 winner.
“The structure of the PitchIT competition provides a clear way for
us to continue showcasing our product and receive the feedback we
need to make it the most successful addition possible to the
channel community.”
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