Network Builders IT Ranked on Channel Partners 2025 MSP 501—Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide
Annual Channel Partners MSP 501 Identifies Best of the Best in the Managed Services Industry
Network Builders IT has been named as one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers in the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 rankings. The annual Channel Partners MSP 501 list, a technology industry benchmark, ranks companies based on a wide range of metrics including above industry average revenue growth, recurring revenue, high-margin services and innovation including monetizing AI services.
For the past 18 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted applications for inclusion on this prestigious and definitive listing. It is a milestone achievement for any managed services organization to be included on the list. The Channel Partners MSP 501 survey uses a quantitative methodology to rank companies based on their annual revenue, profitability measured by EBITDA, and recurring revenue. The methodology has been developed by a Who’s-Who in the managed services industry.
“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,” said Robert DeMarzo, Sr. Director of Informa Channels events and digital content.
MSPs that qualify for the list must also pass a rigorous review conducted by the Channel Partners research team and editors. Channel Partners ranks applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue and operational efficiency.
“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,” said Devan Adams, principal analyst at Canalys (now part of Omdia). “Being an MSP 501er puts your business on the map while steering new opportunities to you.”
“We are incredibly proud to announce that Network Builders IT has been named to the prestigious Channel Futures MSP 501 list for 2025—marking our fifth time receiving this distinguished honor. This achievement is a testament to the dedication, expertise, and relentless hard work of every member of the Network Builders IT team. Our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional managed IT services to companies nationwide is only possible because of their unwavering passion and professionalism. Being recognized once again not only celebrates our collective accomplishments but also motivates us to continue raising the bar for our clients and the IT industry as a whole.” said Bill Bunnell, CEO of Network Builders IT.
This year’s list is one of the most competitive in the survey’s history. Winners will be recognized on the Channel Partners and Channel Futures websites and honored during a special ceremony at MSP Summit, Sept 15-17, 2025, in Orlando, Fla.
The MSP 501 represents the best in the technology services industry delivering outstanding vendor and platform neutral advice and value to small, midsized and enterprise customers. This year, the average revenue per MSP 501 is $29.4 million with an average recurring revenue of $16 million. These are truly the best of the best. Many of their services and technology offerings focus on customer needs in the areas of AI, cloud, security, collaboration, networking, help desk and remote monitoring and management. The Channel Partners MSP 501 is responsible for keeping their global customers safe, connected and efficient.
Said Kelly Danziger, Informa Channels GM: “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.”
The Channel Partners MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Partners research and content teams which work closely with a wide range of industry experts to ensure the most pertinent data on managed services performance is collected. Companies are asked to provide their actual calendar 2024 financials or fiscal equivalents. Data was collected online from February to May 2025. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors. The data collected by the annual MSP 501 helps every company on the list and every provider with a managed services practice, benchmark their performance and uncover new ways to grow.
- It is the most comprehensive and definitive worldwide listing of best-in-class managed service providers
- It uses a proprietary algorithm and financial data to rank MSP performance against peers
- It has an 18-year history of recognizing top-performing MSPs
- It evaluates companies based on growth, profitability, and innovation
- Winners play a critical role in the $5 trillion technology industry
- Winners will be recognized at the MSP Summit during the MSP 501 gala awards ceremony scheduled for Sept. 15-17 in Orlando, Fla.
Background
About Network Builders IT
At Network Builders IT, we specialize in providing cutting-edge cybersecurity and comprehensive IT services tailored specifically for the manufacturing industry. With over 25 years of experience, our team of experts is dedicated to safeguarding your business from cyber threats and ensuring seamless IT operations.
As an award-winning IT solutions provider, our services span across the United States and beyond, delivering tailored solutions to meet the unique challenges of manufacturing companies, as well as those in transportation, warehousing, and engineering. We deliver fully managed and co-managed IT services designed to enhance your IT infrastructure, improve efficiency, and secure your operations.
Our commitment to excellence and our proactive approach to cybersecurity set us apart. We leverage the latest technologies and industry best practices to protect your sensitive data, optimize your network performance, and provide unparalleled support. Network Builders IT can always be trusted to do the right thing for our customers. Partner with Network Builders IT and experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing your IT and cybersecurity needs are in expert hands. Join the growing list of satisfied clients who trust us to keep their businesses running smoothly and securely.
About Channel Partners
Channel Partners is a media and events destination for the information technology and communications industry. We provide information, perspective, and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagent and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers.
Channel Partners properties include awards programs such as the Channel Partners MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; the Channel Circle of Excellence, which honors innovative leaders from top channel vendors and distributors; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo and MSP Summit.
Channel Partners is part of Informa Connect, a leading provider of live events, digital content and training for the global business technology community. Through in-depth expertise and an engaged audience community, Informa Connect helps business professionals make better technology decisions and marketers reach the most powerful tech buyers and influencers in the world. Informa Connects portfolio includes more than 450 annual events attended by 12,000 business professionals,
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