Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)

Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and ti…

The IT Business Podcast is a show for MSPs (Managed Service Providers) and IT Professionals providing business network support and managed services. Each episode delivers products, stories, and tips that help the MSP and IT Pro run the business better, smarter, and faster, covering everything from pricing and packaging to operations, tools, and service delivery. You’ll hear candid conversations with working MSP owners, system admins, vendors, and industry leaders who share what’s actually working in the field, including hard lessons, success stories, and the occasional “what not to do.” Topics regularly include managed services best practices, cybersecurity and compliance, Microsoft 365 and cloud, automation and documentation, vendor selection and stack building, plus the day-to-day realities of running a modern IT business. Hosted by longtime IT business owner and podcaster Marvin “Uncle Marv” Bee, the show blends real talk, practical advice, and a lighthearted tone so the MSP and IT Pro behind the network can learn, laugh, and get better every week.

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Nov. 12, 2025

Conference Recap: ASCII, IT Nation & Swag (EP 934)

Uncle Marv recaps a whirlwind stretch of ASCII and IT Nation-related travel, conference sessions, and vendor swag. A guest appearance by Sean Lardo adds insider perspectives on event execution and the PitchIT program.

Show Notes

In this live IT Nation recap episode, Uncle Marv threads travel anecdotes, conference takeaways, and practical MSP automation into a cohesive narrative. He shares a whirlwind tour that included Lakeland, Philly, and Orlando, culminating in conference reflections and a candid look at the event’s content breadth. The episode doubles as a field report on vendor engagement, with attention to the PitchIT competition and the reality that large conferences often overwhelm attendees with sessions; the solution is deliberate planning and team division to maximize value.

IT Nation’s PitchIT Finalists:

1st place, Strategy Overview: https://www.strategyoverview.com/
2nd place: Mizo: https://mizo.tech/
Steak Knives: ThreatCaptain: https://threatcaptain.com/

Companies, Products & Books:

IT Nation: https://itnation.connectwise.com/
ConnectWise: https://www.connectwise.com
ASCII Edge / ASCII Cup: https://events.ascii.com/
Domotz: https://www.domotz.com
HP iLO: https://www.hpe.com/us/en/hpe-integrated-lights-out-ilo.html
Action One: https://www.action1.com
Disney (travel context): https://www.disney.com

Vendor Swag Shoutouts:

Pure Storage: https://www.purestorage.com
DriveSavers: https://drivesavers.com
MSP CFO: https://mspcfo.com (branding referenced)
SuperOps: https://www.superops.com
MSP Camp: https://msp-camp.com/
ThreatDown: https://www.threatdown.com/

SPONSORS:

Livestream Partner, ThreatLocker: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/threatlocker
Legacy Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/
Internet Provider, Rythmz: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/rythmz
Production Gear Partner, Liongard: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/liongard
Travel Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoip
Travel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugrid
Digital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerready

SHOW MUSIC:

Item Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock Logo
Item URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UET
Author Username: AlexanderRufire
Item License Code: 7X9F52DNML

SHOW INFORMATION:

Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/
Host: Marvin Bee
Uncle Marv’s Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZ
Become a monthly supporter: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcast

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