Trusted Transition: Let’s navigate your shift from direct to indirect together
20th August at 2KS Microsoft, Paddington
Join our experts from Giacom and Microsoft for an exclusive roundtable session where we’ll cut through the noise, tackle your most pressing questions, and show you how we can help drive your next phase of growth.
Our goal is to explain this transition and provide an overview of the opportunities, tools, people, and processes to ensure a smooth switch for your business. We’re not just a Microsoft provider; we’re your dedicated partner working alongside you to simplify your operations, accelerate your growth and manage the complex.
Switching to us isn’t just a move, it’s your next opportunity.
What we’ll cover on the day
Expert insights: Gain knowledge from our industry experts who’ve successfully transitioned partners, like you, from direct to indirect models. Come along and leverage their experience, gain practical advice and tried-and-tested strategies for your own business.
Meet our team: Get to know the people who will support and guide you from day one.
Networking opportunities: Connect with professionals facing the same challenges you.
Strategic planning: Book in tailored sessions with our team to outline a clear, actionable transition strategy.
Identify advantages: Discover how transitioning to an indirect distributor can improve your business operations and enhance your market position.
Get familiar with the faces you’ll meet

James Baker | Cloud Managing Director

Emily Wheelan | Head of Cloud Sales

Aaron Saroe | Strategic New Business Manager
Drawing on nearly 25 years of experience in both the software and hardware sectors, James currently serves as Managing Director of Giacom’s Cloud division.
His career boasts a notable stint as the Alliances and Marketing Director at Softcat plc, where he played a pivotal role within the UK executive management team. James’s contributions to Softcat were instrumental in fostering strong partner relationships, optimising marketing strategies, and driving growth through new business ventures and cutting-edge technologies.
As Head of Cloud Sales at Giacom, Emily draws on extensive experience in the cloud and IT industry – gained through senior roles at both Giacom and intY – to shape a cloud proposition that delivers real value to partners. Her deep SaaS knowledge and commercial expertise help partners grow recurring revenue, modernise their services, and capitalise on emerging opportunities.
With a keen focus on partner success, Emily ensures Giacom’s cloud offering stays relevant, competitive, and easy to integrate into any portfolio.
Aaron Saroe is one of Giacom’s seasoned Cloud Sales Managers with nearly a decade of experience in the industry.
During this time he has gained extensive knowledge and expertise, guiding MSPs through the complexities of cloud adoption ensuring they maximise their investment in cloud whilst driving substantial growth and innovation.
Event details
Date: 20th August 2025
Time: 11 am – 2pm
Address: 2 Kingdom Street, Paddington, London, W2 6BD
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Travel Details
By car: The closest NCP car park is in on London Street which is off Praed Street. Another NCP car park is located at Colonnades – Porchester Terrace, Bayswater, London, W2 1AA (Phone: 020 7221 8020). Car Parking is also located on Church Street and Bishops Bridge Road (Opening Hours: 08:00-20:00 hrs, Mon – Sat, closed Sun).
By tube: Paddington is served by the Circle, District, Bakerloo, and Hammersmith & City Underground lines.
By bus: Local bus route numbers 7, 15, 23, 36 and 436 all go to Paddington Station.
By train: Paddington Station is a major international transport hub with Heathrow Airport just 15 minutes away on the Heathrow Express.
When you arrive please report to the main reception, where you’ll be directed to our suite.
Let’s unlock your next phase of success. Register your interest today.
This is an exclusive event and spaces are limited. Be sure to register your interest using the form below and we will confirm you place via email.
Want to get started sooner? Get in touch at sayhello@giacom.com or book in time with us.
