2026 CSIA Conference - Baltimore, MD

A look back at a week of meaningful conversations, marketing insights, and industry connections.

The 2026 CSIA Conference and Marketing Workshop brought together system integrators, partners, and industry leaders to explore this year’s theme, Navigating Change. Rivergate Marketing was proud to play an active role in the Marketing Workshop, with Lauren Maranda and Brittany Smist presenting on AI-powered search and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Christine McQuilkin participating in workshop discussions, and Georgia Whalen helping lead the event as Co-Chair of the CSIA Marketing Committee. On this page, you’ll find our conference recap, access to presentation slides, and our GEO Visibility Checklist to help you evaluate how your company appears in AI-driven search experiences. Whether you attended the event or are catching up afterward, explore the resources below to continue the conversation and discover practical insights for the evolving marketing landscape.

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Blog: 2026 CSIA Conference

Rivergate Marketing joined system integrators, industry partners, and marketing leaders in Baltimore for CSIA 2026. From AI-driven search and marketing strategy to meaningful industry connections, the week was filled with insights, collaboration, and opportunities to help integrators navigate change.

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Essential GEO Checklist

If you only focus on a handful of things over the next six months, these are the actions that will actually move the needle. This checklist is designed to be practical, realistic, and aligned with how AI systems decide what content to surface.

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Video: Reflections on the 2025 CSIA Conference and Marketing Workshop

Georgia Whalen and Christine McQuilkin discuss their takeaways from the 2025 CSIA Conference and Marketing Workshop in San Diego.

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Video: First Time Attendees' Experience at CSIA 2025

Hear from Brittany Smist and Kirsten Leroij about their experience as first-time attendees of the CSIA conference.

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Blog: CSIA Conference Reflections

Our team had an exciting week at the 2025 CSIA conference. Check out our reflections in this blog.

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Podcast: Industry Leaders Discuss Consolidation, Digital Transformation, and More

Hear from Rich Brueggman of Data Science Automation, Rick Caldwell of SCADAware, Wright Sullivan of SkyIO, and Jeff Miller of Exotek about consolidation, digital transformation, and leadership development at the 2025 CSIA Conference.

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Podcast: SI Experts Share Thoughts on Digital Transformation and More

Hear from ⁠Daren Dieleman⁠ of Interstates, ⁠PC Romano⁠ of Avid Solutions, and ⁠Travis Miller⁠ of Miller Resource Group. We discuss digital transformation, remote collaboration, talent challenges, and economic uncertainty at the 2025 CSIA Conference.

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Podcast: Integrators Talk AI, Legacy Upgrades, and Industry Culture

Hear from Keith Mandachit of HDR, Peter Moskal of Engineered Energy Solutions, Steve Malyszko of Malisko Engineering, and Barry Brian of DRM. We discuss modernizing legacy systems, applying autonomous AI, navigating industry consolidation, and the value of community at the 2025 CSIA Conference.

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The 2025 CSIA Conference - San Diego, CA

A look back at three impactful days of marketing insights, industry connections, and integrator collaboration.

The 2025 CSIA Conference and Marketing Workshop brought together system integrators, partners, and industry experts for three days of learning, networking, and collaboration. Rivergate Marketing was honored to present at the second annual Marketing Workshop and to participate in the conference sessions, roundtables, and events. On this page, you can revisit the highlights through our post-event blog, watch our video reflections, and hear from the industry leaders we interviewed on-site for our podcast series. Whether you want to catch up on what you missed or relive the experience, explore the content below to see the conversations, insights, and connections that made this year’s conference one to remember.

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Rivergate Marketing Presents: "Building Your Essential Marketing Strategy Step by Step" at the 2025 CSIA Conference

 

Rivergate Marketing presented at the second CSIA Marketing Workshop, "Raising the Bar: A Peer-Infused Blueprint for SI Marketing Excellence." Rivergate's President Georgia Whalen, Vice President Christine McQuilkin, and Digital Marketing Account Manager Kirsten Leroij guided attendees through the step-by-step process of creating a comprehensive marketing strategy that aligns with their business goals. 

Here are some key exercises we covered during the session:

  • Defining your markets and revenue sources
  • Setting your business goals
  • Identifying key focus markets
  • Developing buyer personas
  • Conducting competitor marketing analysis
  • Crafting a unique selling proposition (USP)
  • Performing a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis 
  • Selecting your key marketing initiatives

To view Rivergate Marketing's past presentations, check out 2024's Create Compelling Technical Content and Track SEO Metrics and 2023's LinkedIn Best Practices.

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