We’re excited to announce that StrataDefense has been named one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers, earning a spot on the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 list. This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions that align with business goals, strengthen operations, and drive long-term resilience.
What is the MSP 501?
For the past 18 years, the Channel Partners MSP 501 has set the standard for identifying the best of the best in managed services. It’s widely recognized as the most comprehensive and definitive ranking of top-performing managed service providers worldwide.
The MSP 501 list ranks companies based on a rigorous methodology developed by industry experts. Metrics include annual revenue, profitability measured by EBITDA, recurring revenue, and innovation—including the monetization of AI services. Companies that qualify undergo a detailed financial review and an evaluation of long-term health, operational efficiency, and commitment to recurring revenue.
As Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels, explains: “The MSP 501 is more than a ranking—it’s a reflection of the innovation, operational excellence, and customer-first mindset that drives the world’s top managed service providers forward. Earning a place on this list signals to customers, partners, and the broader tech community that these MSPs are setting the pace for the industry and defining what success looks like in today’s complex technology landscape.”
Why This Matters
Being included in the MSP 501 is a milestone achievement for any managed services organization. The list serves as a trusted resource for customers navigating a global MSP ecosystem of more than 300,000 providers. As Devan Adams, principal analyst at Canalys (now part of Omdia), puts it: “The MSP 501 is the channel industry’s unofficial GPS. Customers use it to navigate the over 300K MSP ecosystem, and vendors use it to find the right partners for their GTM strategy. Being an MSP 501er puts your business on the map while steering new opportunities to you.”
This recognition also highlights the value our team delivers every day. Here’s what StrataDefense President and CEO Matt Hildebrandt shared: “Being selected as a recipient of the MSP 501 award is absolutely amazing. To be included in this elite group brings real validation to what we’ve been building at StrataDefense over the past nine years. Our focus has always been on the needs of our clients. We’ve worked diligently to develop industry-focused solutions that are centered on their goals. That approach has earned us their trust and deepened our partnerships. It’s also allowed us to grow our team—building capacity and expertise that continues to support and scale with our clients’ evolving needs.”
The Best in the Industry
This year’s MSP 501 list is one of the most competitive in its history. Winners represent the best in the technology services industry, delivering outstanding vendor- and platform-neutral solutions across AI, cloud, security, collaboration, networking, and more. The average MSP 501 company reports $29.4 million in revenue, with an average recurring revenue of $16 million.
Kelly Danziger, Informa Channels GM, sums up what makes these companies stand out: “Making the MSP 501 isn’t just about performance metrics—it’s about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive meaningful outcomes for customers. This recognition places these MSPs among an elite group shaping the future of technology services worldwide.”
Winners will be recognized on the Channel Partners and Channel Futures websites and honored during a special ceremony at MSP Summit, September 15–17, 2025, in Orlando, Florida.
Looking Ahead
This recognition reinforces why we do what we do: helping organizations align technology and cybersecurity with business strategy. At StrataDefense, we’ll continue delivering solutions that keep your systems secure, compliant, and ready for what’s next.
Want to learn more about how StrataDefense can help your organization grow securely? Contact us today.