Editor’s Note: Edge published this blog on May 8, recapping the 2026 Edge Spring Partners Meeting. Commercial Integrator was there and covered the event through multiple LinkedIn posts. The blog below is republished nearly verbatim.
The Edge Spring Partners Meeting 2026 in Scottsdale was a powerful reminder of what makes the Edge community special: when partners and members come together with openness and shared purpose, the momentum is real. Over the course of the meeting, conversations centered on collaboration, innovation, and practical ways to grow — grounded in today’s market realities and energized by what’s next for the industry.
Edge Spring Partners Meeting Highlights
We kicked off with remarks from Mike Boettcher, Edge President, who set an upbeat tone and encouraged everyone to think bigger about what partnership can unlock. Amanda Stewart from Microsoft then delivered a forward-looking keynote on what’s ahead for Microsoft Teams and Copilot — prompting thoughtful questions and a lot of excitement about how these tools are shaping the future of work. Building on that energy, Dan Ferrisi moderated a timely conversation on convergence across AV and security, exploring how customer expectations are evolving and where partners can stand out through differentiated solutions.
Edge Spring Partners Meeting: Market Insights and Peer Learning
To help ground the discussions in real-world context, Sean Wargo shared a data-driven view of the AV economic landscape and what the latest signals may mean for planning and investment. From there, the conversation turned practical as Patrick Whipkey led a panel featuring member case studies — bringing strategy to life with examples attendees could take home and apply. Roundtable discussions added even more depth, giving everyone space to compare notes, tackle shared challenges, and leave with fresh ideas sparked by peers.
Community Connection and Partner Engagement
What truly brought the Edge Spring Partners Meeting 2026 to life was the connection in the room. Speed partnering helped turn introductions into real opportunities, quickly pairing people with shared goals and complementary strengths. Edge Unplugged, moderated by Cheryl Walton, created a candid space for honest conversation—one of those sessions that reminds you how much trust and transparency exist in this community. And in between it all, the shared meals and informal conversations made it easy to build relationships, deepen collaboration, and keep the best discussions going long after the sessions ended.
Innovation and Recognition
Kicking off the event in style, Technology Providers Inc. hosted an opening night reception that included a private office tour and an engaging evening of networking with peers across the industry. We also celebrated with the outstanding partner award winners — recognizing the dedication, performance, and creativity that elevate the entire Edge community.
Looking Ahead from the Edge Spring Partners Meeting
To everyone who joined us in Scottsdale at the Edge Spring Partners Meeting — thank you. Your energy, ideas, and willingness to share what’s working made SPM 2026 a success. We’re leaving this meeting with stronger relationships, clearer perspective, and renewed momentum, and we can’t wait to keep building together as we look ahead to what’s next.
