BUILT TO SCALE

The world's only business-focused conference for Apple Partner Network members.

May 12-13, 2026 • Minneapolis, MN

Two days. Real strategies. No fluff.

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WHAT IS ACES CONFERENCE?

ACEs Conference for IT consultants best conference for Mac IT

For Apple partners, By Apple partners.

ACES is the only conference dedicated entirely to the business side of running an Apple-focused IT company. It's built for members of the Apple Partner Network who want to grow smarter, operate more efficiently, and build businesses that last.

Built to Scale Smarter

Day-to-day life as an Apple partner is nonstop - solving problems, supporting clients, and keeping everything moving. ACES exists to help you step back from the noise and focus on what actually drives growth: strategy, structure, and sustainability.

Real Tools. Real Growth.

Now in its 12th year, ACES brings together Apple Partner Network members who are serious about running a better business. You'll learn practical, proven approaches to pricing, operations, marketing, sales, security, leadership and long-term planning - all from the people who live this work every day.

Whether you're looking to attract higher-value clients, streamline how your business runs, or increase recurring revenue, ACES delivers actionable strategies you can use immediately.

And that's just the foundation. In 2026, we're going even further...

🎯 New for 2026: The Employee Track

For the first time, ACES will feature a dedicated one-day second track just for employees. If you're growing a team, this track gives your staff the business-side education they’ve never had — including how to:

  • Identify opportunities during client visits
  • Manage workload and avoid ticket overload
  • Communicate more effectively with leadership

It’s not just about making your business stronger. It’s about building a team that thinks like owners. This track takes place on one of the two conference days, with employees joining the main sessions on the other day. Final scheduling details will be announced soon.

This isn’t just another event — it’s an investment in your next level.

With real-world sessions, zero-fluff advice, and a room full of driven consultants, you’ll walk away with more than notes. You’ll walk away with a plan.

The time is now.

Join us May 12-13, 2026!

Let’s build what’s next — together.

Register for ACES Conference 2026

See What Long-Time Attendees Have To Say:

Steven Seal, ACES Conference, Apple Consultant, VA, Seal Tech, Virtua

I can’t say enough good things about the ACES Conference.  It truly is hard to measure the positive impact this conference has on my business and our growth.  Getting face to face time with vendors, partners, and other small business owners is a huge bonus and allows for the sharing of ideas and best practice.  I look forward to attending every year!

- Steven Seal, Seal Tech

Adam Rice, askAdam, ACES Conference, Apple consultant

"I attend ACES every year, and every year I come home equipped to do better work for my clients, to run my business more effectively, and to increase my bottom line. At ACES I found a community of consultants who care deeply about providing excellent service and running excellent business operations, and who share their knowledge and wisdom generously."

- Adam Rice, Ask Adam

Lucas Acosta on what makes ACES different

Why attend ACES Conference?

For over a decade, the ACES Conference has been a powerful resource for Apple Partner Network members aiming to grow and elevate their businesses. Built on the idea that there are more efficient and effective ways to run a successful consultancy, ACES brings together industry experts to share practical strategies and insights. Whether you're looking to streamline your processes, attract high-quality clients, or future-proof your business, the ACES Conference is designed to help you run better businesses - not just bigger ones.

What ACES Conference is

Carefully selected speakers covering topics that help Apple Partner Network members and Apple-focused MSPs grow their business. Topics from content marketing, web site design, management, hr, contracts, selling, client retention and more.

What ACES Conference is not

This isn't the conference to learn scripting, terminal commands, or how to use MDM tools. There are plenty of great conferences that cover that already.

The Edward Esgar ACES Scholarship

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Now in its second year, the Edward Esgar ACES Scholarship honors the memory of Justin’s father by supporting first-time attendees who are ready to grow their Apple consulting business. The scholarship covers a free flight*, hotel stay, and full conference pass to ACES Conference 2026.

If you've never been to ACES and cost has held you back, this is your chance.


Learn more and apply on our Scholarship page.

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Charlene Ignacio

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Brian Best

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Adam Engst

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Tim Fitzpatrick

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Jennifer Espinosa-Goswami

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Ben Morales

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Tim Pearson

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Sam Valencia

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Lucas Acosta

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Matt Woestehoff

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