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2026 Keynote Speakers and Panelists

The Speakers

Meet some of the prominent speakers of this year's event

Mehdi Aftahi

Chief Technology Officer

Technology Evaluation Centers

Michael Thaw

VP, Advisory Services

Technology Evaluation Centers

Christian Tabasa

Sr. Director Alliances & Subscription Services

Technology Evaluation Centers

Bobby Rudder

Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications

Godlan Inc. 

James Balestrieri

SVP

ECI Software

Jane Nichols

Sales Engineer

ECI Software

Sean Thomas

Client Solution Executive

Godlan Inc.

Rahul Puri

GM & Head -North America

Priority Software 

Michael Brunetti

Presales Engineer

Priority Software

Randy Lyon

Channel Executive Sage Software / X3 ERP

Sage Software

Steve Gibbs

Solution Engineer, Sage X3

Sage Software

Eryk Szynkler

Senior Solution Consultant

NetSuite 

Geordie McDougall

Associate Director of Strategy & Transformation

Third Stage Consulting

Michael Dougherty

Principal Cloud Technologist

NetSuite

Mark Humphlett

Sr. Director - Industry & Product Marketing

Infor

Technology Advisory Services

Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) is a trusted and impartial consulting and analyst firm, assisting organizations in making informed strategic software decisions.                                                                               With more than three decades of industry experience, TEC facilitates organizations' software selection and digital transformation initiatives, reducing the time, risks, and costs associated with software selection and implementation. 

TEC offers a vast research library of software selection tools and resources and a knowledge base encompassing data on thousands of enterprise software solutions.

Main Sponsor

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NetSuite

NetSuite offers all the traditional ERP capabilities and business processes including, order to cash, procure to pay, plan to produce, and record to report. Additionally, NetSuite offers advanced features, including all the multi’s (company, currency, country), WMS, PSA, SCM, HCM, planning/budgeting, and Ecommerce. A NetSuite ERP implementation brings multiple business processes and data together into a single database that serves as a central source of information.  

Gold Sponsor


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Infor Cloudsuite™

Infor CloudSuite™ Industrial, a fully integrated, industry-specific solution suite deployed in the cloud. From managing complex value chains and fast-paced product launches to shortening cycle times and easily managing product configurations, you get advanced functionality that’s backed by decades of practical application and relied upon by over 5,500 customers worldwide.   

You also get all the benefits that Infor’s secure cloud environment has to offer, including accelerated deployment, lower total cost of ownership, simplified upgrades, and a platform for sustainable growth.

Gold Sponsor

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Priority ERP Software

Priority is a leading provider of highly flexible, scalable, agile, and open cloud-based ERP and other business management solutions for various industries and organizations of all sizes, from global enterprises to small and growing businesses. Priority provides real-time access to business data and insights from any desktop or mobile device, enabling organizations to increase operational efficiency, improve the customer experience, identify new opportunities, and outpace the competition.

Silver Sponsor


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M1 ERP

ECI Software Solutions provides M1, a purpose-built ERP system crafted for growing manufacturers. Trusted by thousands across the United States and Canada, M1 delivers scalable, end-to-end functionality that simplifies operations, boosts efficiency, and drives growth.

Designed with manufacturers in mind, M1 stands out by offering tailored workflows, real-time insights, and the flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs. Whether streamlining production or improving decision-making, M1 empowers manufacturers to take control and thrive in today’s fast-paced market. Discover the power of M1 for your business.

Silver Sponsor

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Sage X3

Sage X3, formerly known as Sage Business Cloud Enterprise Management, provides an enterprise resource planning solution that’s capable of handling the needs of a wide array of small and midsize businesses, including manufacturers, distributors, and professional services companies. Similar to competing ERP systems, Sage X3 aims to integrate business processes and data from all company departments within the ERP, facilitating a variety of improvements while covering vital business requirements.   

Silver Sponsor

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Third Stage Consulting

Third Stage was founded in 2018 to provide unparalleled experience, thought leadership, and toolsets to help clients reach the Third Stage of their digital transformation. We support clients through their ERP and digital transformation journeys by helping them: Develop a clear enterprise vision Define digital strategies Select software Manage implementation Maneuver organizational change

 Sponsor

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Epicor

Epicor customers are the hardworking businesses who make, move and sell the things everyone needs. Our comprehensive on premise and cloud-based ERP solutions provide manufacturers and distributors with robust capabilities for job costing, supply chain, inventory control, pre-production materials planning, manufacturing execution (MES) and shipping to help make profitable, data-driven decisions. Epicor ERPs are designed with decades of manufacturing and distribution industry experience and insight that will help you maximize efficiency, production, and revenue.

 Bronze Sponsor

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About the Enterprise Software Showcase (ESS)

The Enterprise Software Showcase (ESS) is an event designed to connect enterprise solution providers with professionals driving digital transformation in their organizations. During the event we will explore how AI is reshaping the ERP landscape—making it smarter, faster, and more responsive to the needs of modern businesses. Attendees will gain a clear view of where the market is heading, how leading organizations are adapting, and what steps decision-makers can take to leverage AI-powered ERP for long-term success. Hosted by Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC), ESS brings together a unique mix of executives, consultants, analysts, and solution vendors to share insights, explore innovations and build connections.