2026
TEK DAY
Medicine Hat's Business Technology Forum
TUESDAY
NOV
03
8AM - 1PM
Join us for TEK DAY!
TEK DAY is a free business event designed for owners, managers, and decision-makers who want to better understand the opportunities and challenges shaping today's workplace.
Whether you're exploring AI, improving productivity, protecting against cyber threats, or planning for the future, TEK DAY provides practical guidance from industry experts without the technical jargon. You'll leave with ideas, tools, and actionable strategies you can put to work right away.
What is TEK DAY?
One morning. Three industry experts. Practical strategies you can implement for your business.
Join 100+ local business leaders for a free half-day event featuring practical insights, real-world strategies, and fresh perspectives from globally recognized technology experts.
With brand-new speakers, emerging business topics, larger giveaways, and fresh content designed for today’s business challenges, TEK DAY 2026 delivers a completely new experience built to help your organization stay ahead. We’re bringing together business leaders, technology experts, and innovators for a morning of practical insights, local connections, and real-world tech strategies you can actually use.
Connect
Connect with 100+ local business owners, managers, and community leaders from across Southeast Alberta. Build relationships beyond the event.
Learn
Hear directly from experts representing some of North America’s leading technology, cybersecurity, business, and innovation organizations.
Innovate
Spend the morning in a learning practical insights and real-world strategies that help businesses improve efficiency and reduce risk.
Learn From Industry Leaders
Discover strategies that can help your organization work smarter, stay protected, and prepare for what’s next.
- How AI is actually saving businesses time
- How companies in Alberta are getting hacked
- Fraud tactics targeting Alberta businesses
- Practical actions you can implement immediately
- How to reduce risk and improve productivity
- Connect with 100+ local business leaders
Channel Development Manager
Keynote Topic:
Your Business has a target on it's back
A live look at the hidden risks threatening your organization and how to reduce them before they become a headline.
Miles Walker is a Channel Development Manager at Kaseya and a multi-award-winning speaker with extensive experience in IT, cybersecurity, business continuity, and MSP growth. Known for his engaging presentation style and practical insights, Miles helps organizations and technology partners navigate today's evolving technology landscape while building stronger, more resilient businesses.
Channel Account Executive
Keynote Topic:
AI Has Changed the Rules of Cybersecurity
Phishing without typos. Impersonation at scale. Automated attacks. What the next generation of cybercrime means for your business.
Kris Rutledge is a channel and alliances leader at Sophos with more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity, partner strategy, and business development. Throughout his career, he has led strategic initiatives with national partners, cloud providers, and technology organizations across North America, helping drive growth through innovative go-to-market programs, partner enablement, and security-focused solutions.
Business Development Manager
Keynote Topic:
AI you can actually use tomorrow
Live demonstrations of Microsoft Copilot and automation workflows that can save hours every week, using tools your business may already own.
James Welburn is a Business Development Manager at Sherweb specializing in Microsoft 365, Copilot, AI, and collaboration solutions. He works closely with organizations and MSPs to help them embrace modern workplace technologies and achieve better business outcomes. in 2023, James was recognized by CRN as one of its 100 People You Don't Know But Should.
Why Attend?
TEK DAY is back for its third year and we're raising the bar.
The technology landscape is evolving faster than ever, and so is TEK DAY. That’s why every event is built from the ground up with fresh content, new speakers, and updated business strategies designed to address today’s challenges.
Whether you’ve attended in the past or this is your first TEK DAY, you’ll leave with new knowledge, new connections, and fresh ideas to help your business thrive.
Every TEK DAY is built with new content, new insights, and new opportunities to learn and connect. Join a growing network of local businesses, partners, sponsors, and community leaders.
What's New in 2026?
- Hear fresh perspectives from industry experts tackling today's biggest business and technology challenges.
- Relevant discussions focused on today's opportunities, risks, and business challenges.
- Join a network of over 100+ local businesses, partners, sponsors, and community leaders.
- Enjoy a complimentary breakfast, fresh coffee, and a catered lunch from local restaurants.
- We're offering our largest giveaway lineup yet - stay tuned for sneak peeks and door prizes!
TEK DAY 2026 is 75% Sold Out. Reserve Your Seat Today!
Sponsored by:
TEK DAY continues to grow thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors, partners, speakers, and local business community.
Event Schedule
Doors open at 8am
Coffee and Snacks from Poolhouse Cafe
8:00 AM
First Speaker
Miles Walker
Channel Development Manager with Kaseya, IT Management and Cybersecurity Software
8:45 AM - 9:30 AM
Keynote Topic:
Your Business has a target on it's back
A live look at the hidden risks threatening your organization and how to reduce them before they become a headline.
Miles Walker is a Channel Development Manager at Kaseya and a multi-award-winning speaker with extensive experience in IT, cybersecurity, business continuity, and MSP growth. Known for his engaging presentation style and practical insights, Miles helps organizations and technology partners navigate today's evolving technology landscape while building stronger, more resilient businesses.
Second Speaker
Kris Rutledge
Channel Account Executive, MSP, and Canada Territory Lead with Sophos
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Keynote Topic:
AI Has Changed the Rules of Cybersecurity
Phishing without typos. Impersonation at scale. Automated attacks. What the next generation of cybercrime means for your business.
Kris Rutledge is a channel and alliances leader at Sophos with more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity, partner strategy, and business development. Throughout his career, he has led strategic initiatives with national partners, cloud providers, and technology organizations across North America, helping drive growth through innovative go-to-market programs, partner enablement, and security-focused solutions.
Intermission
10:30 - 10:45 AM
Third Speaker
James Welburn
Business Development Manager with Sherweb, M365 Modern Work & Collaboration
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Keynote Topic:
AI you can actually use tomorrow
Live demonstrations of Microsoft Copilot and automation workflows that can save hours every week, using tools your business may already own.
James Welburn is a Business Development Manager at Sherweb specializing in Microsoft 365, Copilot, AI, and collaboration solutions. He works closely with organizations and MSPs to help them embrace modern workplace technologies and achieve better business outcomes. in 2023, James was recognized by CRN as one of its 100 People You Don't Know But Should.
Wrap up and Giveaways
Stay tuned for a this years giveaways and door prizes!
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Catered lunch and Networking
From Moxies Bar and Grill
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
2026
TEK DAY 2026 is over 75% Sold Out. Reserve Your Seat Today!
TEK DAY
TEK DAY 2026 Registration is now Closed.
Thank you to everyone who registered for TEK DAY 2026! Registration is now closed as we are at full capacity. We can’t wait to welcome our attendees and share an exciting day of learning, insights, and collaboration.
Missed out this year? Don’t worry — keep an eye out for TEK DAY 2027! Sign up for our newsletter or follow us on social media to be the first to know when registration opens next year.
TEK DAY is a free and informative business event hosted by Partek IT Solutions. It's our way of saying thank you for being a valued Partek client and local business owner!
