Recent News & Press Coverage
Stay informed with official news and updates from The ASCII Group. This section features company announcements, strategic initiatives, and industry coverage that reflect our continued commitment to the MSP community and the broader IT channel. Press inquiries: Contact alysia@ascii.com
The ASCII Group Unveils New Website and Member Portal to Support the Evolving MSP Community
Washington, D.C. – July 17, 2025 – The ASCII Group, North America’s original vendor-neutral community for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), has launched a redesigned corporate website and a new member portal, delivering a more connected and engaging experience for today’s MSPs.
These updates reflect a broader initiative to elevate the ASCII experience—streamlining access to programs, enhancing peer collaboration, and building on the vision of ASCII’s late founder, Alan Weinberger, who championed the power of community in the IT channel.
The new website features improved navigation, refreshed content, and a clearer representation of ASCII’s vendor-neutral position in the market. It also provides easier access to information on member benefits, industry events, and peer programs.
“The new site is a true reflection of the community we serve,” said Jerry Koutavas, CEO of The ASCII Group. “It reinforces our commitment to helping MSPs grow and stay competitive, while better showcasing the breadth and depth of what ASCII offers.”
Earlier this year, ASCII also introduced its member benefit portal—a centralized platform for real-time community engagement. Built to support meaningful peer interaction, the portal enables members to submit subcontracting requests, exchange vendor recommendations, explore acquisition opportunities, and offer or receive support during service disruptions or emergencies.
“The member portal brings to light what has always existed within our community—MSPs supporting each other in practical, business-focused ways,” added Koutavas. “By formalizing that collaboration, we’ve made it easier for members to connect, share, and solve challenges together.”
Both the website and portal were developed with direct input from ASCII members and are part of the organization’s ongoing effort to remain the most accessible, trusted, and community-driven resource for MSPs in the channel.
About The ASCII Group, Inc.
Founded in 1984, The ASCII Group is the original IT community of the channel, uniting Managed Service Providers (MSPs) across North America. As a vendor-neutral organization, ASCII provides unbiased resources and a collaborative environment to support business growth. Members span the U.S. and Canada, ranging from SMB-focused MSPs to international solution providers. ASCII offers leveraged purchasing programs, education, marketing support, peer networking, and more, complemented by a vibrant ecosystem of technology vendors. Learn more at www.ascii.com.
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The ASCII Group Announces Best of Show Award Winners from Ann Arbor 2018 IT Success Summit
The ASCII Group, a membership-based community of independent MSPs, VARs and solution providers, is pleased to announce the ‘Best of Show’ award winners from its 2018 IT Success Summit in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The awards are voted on by the attending solution providers, and honor the industry sponsors in multiple Best of Show categories.
Pre-Day Winners
Best Education – Invarosoft
Best Partner Incentives – Vertical Axion
Best Presentation – Solutions Granted
Main Day Winners
Best Rapid Pitch – GMS Live Expert
Best Keynote Presentation – Pax8
Most Innovative Solution – Mailprotector
Best Market Opportunity – Pax8
Best Partner Support – Datto
Best Channel Program – GreenLink Networks
Best Revenue Generator – ID Agent
Top Distributor – Pax8
Best Partner Involvement – Cytracom/Datto/Pax8
Best of Show – Pax8
The ASCII Group Announces Best of Show Award Winners from Chicago 2018 IT Success Summit
The ASCII Group, a membership-based community of independent MSPs, VARs and solution providers, is pleased to announce the ‘Best of Show’ award winners from its 2018 IT Success Summit in Chicago, Illinois. The awards are voted on by the attending solution providers, and honor the industry sponsors in multiple Best of Show categories.
Pre-Day Winners
Best Education – Carvir
Best Partner Incentives – Solutions Granted
Best Presentation – Solutions Granted
Main Day Winners
Best Rapid Pitch – Invarosoft
Best Keynote Presentation – Mailprotector
Most Innovative Solution – Mailprotector
Best Market Opportunity – Pax8
Best Partner Support – Datto
Best Channel Program – Pax8
Best Revenue Generator – Intermedia
Top Distributor – Pax8
Best Partner Involvement – Cytracom/Datto/Pax8
Best of Show – Pax8
ASCII Members in the News (Industry Articles & Info) Spring
Channel Executive Magazine & MSP Insights:
Is the Channel Prepared for Cyberattacks? Featuring ASCII Members Lynn Souza and Jason McNew
Maximize the Value of Partner Programs Featuring ASCII Members Tom Lambotte and Stephen Monk
The Dangers of Warning Your Clients About Price Increases By ASCII Member Angel Rojas
The Benefits of Warning Your Clients About Price Increases By ASCII Member Mike Bloomfield
How MSPs Benefit from Effective Public Speaking By ASCII Member Alain Lefebvre
TechTarget | SearchITChannel:Business continuity solution: How should MSPs price an offering? By ASCII Member Raffi Jamgotchian
My Tech Decisions:
Cybersecurity Practices for the Layman Employee By ASCII Member Albert J. Gyomber
What is Unified Communications As a Service (UCaas)? By ASCII Member James Brendle
The ASCII Group Announces Best of Show Award Winners from Austin 2018 IT Success Summit
The ASCII Group, a membership-based community of independent MSPs, VARs and solution providers, is pleased to announce the ‘Best of Show’ award winners from its 2018 IT Success Summit in Austin, Texas. The awards are voted on by the attending solution providers, and honor the industry sponsors in multiple Best of Show categories.
Pre-Day Winners
Best Education – Carvir
Best Partner Incentives – Vertical Axion
Best Presentation – Duo Security
Main Day Winners
Best Rapid Pitch – Invarosoft
Best Keynote Presentation – Pax8
Most Innovative Solution – RapidFire Tools
Best Market Opportunity – Technology Marketing Toolkit
Best Partner Support – Datto
Best Channel Program – Pax8
Best Revenue Generator – Datto
Top Distributor – Pax8
Best Partner Involvement – Cytracom/Pax8/Technology Marketing Toolkit
Best of Show – Pax8
The ASCII Group Announces Best of Show Award Winners from Fort Lauderdale 2018 IT Success Summit
The ASCII Group, a membership-based community of independent MSPs, VARs and solution providers, is pleased to announce the ‘Best of Show’ award winners from its 2018 IT Success Summit in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The awards are voted on by the attending solution providers, and honor the industry sponsors in multiple Best of Show categories.
Pre-Day Winners
Best Education – Solutions Granted
Best Partner Incentives – Star2Star
Best Presentation – Duo Security
Main Day Winners
Best Rapid Pitch – RapidFire Tools
Best Keynote Presentation – Pax8
Most Innovative Solution – Mailprotector
Best Market Opportunity – Technology Marketing Toolkit
Best Partner Support – Datto
Best Channel Program – Datto
Best Revenue Generator – GreenLink Networks
Top Distributor – Tech Data
Best Partner Involvement – Datto/Pax8/Cytracom
Best of Show – Datto
ASCII is Your Advocate in the Industry - New Member Case Study
Read the latest ASCII member case study, featuring David Stinner from US itek.
PODCAST – PODNUTZ PRO: Have You Heard of The ASCII Group?
JerryKoutavas, President of The ASCII Group chatted with Marvin Bee @podnutzpro about the benefits and features of our IT community.
Checkout their conversation as they highlight the true savings of membership, realmember stories and more.
Listento the podcast here:
The ASCII Group Announces Best of Show Award Winners from Orange County 2018 IT Success Summit
The ASCII Group, a membership-based community of independent MSPs, VARs and solution providers, is pleased to announce the ‘Best of Show’ award winners from its 2018 IT Success Summit in Orange County, California. The awards are voted on by the attending solution providers, and honor the industry sponsors in multiple Best of Show categories.
Pre-Day Winners
Best Education – Vertical Axion
Best Partner Incentives – Carvir
Best Presentation – Duo Security
Main Day Winners
Best Rapid Pitch – RapidFire Tools
Best Keynote Presentation – Pax8
Most Innovative Solution – Mailprotector
Best Market Opportunity – Pax8
Best Partner Support – Datto
Best Channel Program – Datto
Best Revenue Generator – Cytracom
Top Distributor – Pax8
Best Partner Involvement – Datto/Pax8/Cytracom
Best of Show – Pax8
Q&A Corner: What is the true value of your MSP business? With ASCII CEO, Alan Weinberger
Each month, ASCII CEO Alan Weinberger interviews an industry expert on a hot topic within the channel.
Check out the latest Q&A Corner @ChannelProSMB – ‘What is the true value of your MSP business?’ featuring George Sierchio of Cogent Growth Partners.
Read it here: http://bit.ly/2CBEoBb
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