Calgary, Alberta, February 10, 2025 — The ITeam, a top managed IT industry firm in Calgary, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized The ITeam on its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category for 2025.
CRN’s annual MSP 500 list is a comprehensive guide to the leading MSPs in North America. These companies deliver essential managed services that enhance business efficiency, simplify IT, and optimize return on technology investments for their customers.
The annual MSP 500 list is divided into three sections: the Pioneer 250, which recognizes MSPs focused on the small-and-midsize-business market; the Elite 150, recognizing MSPs with a blend of on- and off-premises services for mostly midmarket and enterprise customers; and the Managed Security 100, spotlighting MSPs with cloud-based security services expertise.
The MSP 500 list showcases and celebrates MSPs that are driving growth and innovation. These solution providers empower businesses with complex technologies so they can achieve their business goals without stretching financial resources.
“I am proud of The ITeam’s recognition as a Pioneer 250 again this year,” said Austin Southerland, President at The ITeam. “Our entire team deserves congratulations for their commitment to our Clients.”
The MSP Pioneer 250 recognizes companies with business models weighted toward managed services and largely focused on the SME (small and medium sized enterprise) market. The ITeam is one of the leading providers of managed services to
“The solution providers on our 2025 MSP 500 list deliver innovative managed services portfolios that enable clients of every size to be more agile and optimize their IT budgets as they grow their business,” said Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and executive Editor CRN, at The Channel Company. “These are the companies that anticipate client tech needs and develop groundbreaking services and solutions that let customers focus on their core business so they can accelerate success.”
James Wagner, CEO of The ITeam, said, “It’s an honour to once again be named to CRN’s MSP 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category. At The ITeam, we are committed to delivering unique advantages to our Clients through aligning their IT strategy with their business objectives.”
The MSP 500 list will be featured in the February 2025 issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.crn.com/msp500 beginning February 10.
About The ITeam
Providing your company’s IT Services, The ITeam, utilizing IT standards, provides Managed IT Services customized to your business. Committed to demonstrating superior service, our team of employees have an extensive background of successful technology implementations and on-going support. You will work with the highest qualified people to keep your company running smoothly.
Whether you are a healthcare firm, an oil and gas company, a legal firm, or a part of the many other industries The ITeam supports, such as construction and accounting, the ITeam is committed to helping Calgary- and Alberta-based businesses develop proactive, cost-effective IT strategies that minimize risk and maximize efficiency. Contact us to learn more and follow us on Facebook, Twitter (X), LinkedIn, and Instagram.
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