2026 Speakers
Tricia Ward, President, Onward Communications
Tricia Ward is a seasoned executive with over 23 years of leadership in TechnologyConsulting. As CEO of Onward Communications, and founder and CEO of the BackOffice as a Service company, Outsourcive, she strives to deliver value to her clientsand fellow channel partners alike. Tricia is known for her bold thought leadership andfostering strategic collaboration in the channel community. Tricia is the first IntelisysPlatinum partner, and one of the longest running Intelisys Club TPC winners.Recognized as a “Top 50 Leaders Advancing the Channel” in 2025, and a "TA 101Advisor" in 2024, she champions innovation and advancement of all things channelrelated. Based in Portland, OR. Tricia advises other telecom agency startups, currentlyserves on the Windstream Advisory Board and is also a member of Dell Women'sEntrepreneur Network. Tricia's other passions are Oregon Duck Football andlandscape design!