IT Business Podcast Episodes
725
Oct. 17, 2024
725 Compliance Scorecard Team Interview
Uncle Marv welcomes the team from Compliance Scorecard to discuss the latest developments in compliance and security for MSPs. The conversation covers recent changes at Compliance Scorecard, the importance of cybersecurity frameworks, and exciting new features in their upcoming software release.
724
Oct. 11, 2024
724 Secure Help Desk Operations with Nametag
Uncle Marv sits down with Aaron Painter, CEO of Nametag, to explore the critical issues of identity theft and social engineering in the age of remote work. Discover how deepfakes and sophisticated impersonation techniques are reshaping the landscape of cybersecurity, and learn about innovative solutions to protect your business and clients.
Guest: Aaron Painter
723
Oct. 10, 2024
723 Insights from Cynomi's Tim Coach
Uncle Marv welcomes Tim Coach, Chief Evangelist of Community and Channels at Cynomi. They discuss Tim's new role, the innovative VCISO platform Cynomi offers, and share insights on MSP business strategies and industry trends.
Guest: Tim Coach
722
Oct. 10, 2024
722 Preparing Your Business for Hurricane Milton
In this urgent episode of Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast, Marv provides critical updates on Hurricane Milton as it approaches Florida. He's joined by Scott Dollar from Ideal Technologys in Tampa to discuss IT preparations and lessons learned from past storms.
Guest: Scott Dollar
721
Oct. 9, 2024
721 Hurricane Milton: Live Report with Rayanne Buchianico
In this special report, Uncle Marv provides a crucial update on Hurricane Milton as it approaches Florida. Joined by guest Rayanne Buchianico from Clearwater, they discuss storm preparations, evacuation decisions, and share valuable insights for weathering hurricanes.
Guest: Rayanne Buchianico
720
Oct. 8, 2024
720 Hurricane Milton & TEKnowledge Tech Community
In this special episode of Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast, we get an urgent update on Hurricane Milton approaching Florida and learn about TEKnowledge, a nonprofit organization making a difference in the tech industry and communities in need.
Guests: Ray Cline , Ryan Garrity
719
Oct. 4, 2024
719 Crafting Your MSP Brand Story with Decoded Strategies
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv sits down with Annie Mosbacher and Kristin Spiotto from Decoded Strategies to explore the power of storytelling in marketing for MSPs. The duo shares insights on crafting compelling brand narratives, avoiding common marketing pitfalls, and leveraging story-based strategies to stand out in a crowded market.
Guests: Annie Mosbacher , Kristin Spiotto
718
Oct. 3, 2024
718 What We Learned: TechCon and Helene
In this episode, Uncle Marv is joined by guests Jason Miller and Justine Anderson to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, reflections on TechCon Unplugged, and the latest developments in the IT industry. The episode covers disaster recovery planning, conference experiences, and amusing "Florida Man" stories.
Guests: Jason Miller , Justine Anderson
717
Sept. 27, 2024
717 The Power of Saying No
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv shares valuable insights on client management, focusing on the importance of recognizing problematic clients early, setting clear boundaries, and prioritizing quality over quantity in business relationships.
716
Sept. 26, 2024
716 QuestingHound's Tech Stack: Why TruGrid Stands Out
In this episode of Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast, host Marvin Bee sits down with John Boden from QuestingHound Technology Partners to discuss secure remote access solutions, MSP strategies, and the importance of vendor relationships in the IT industry.
Guest: John Boden
715
Sept. 19, 2024
715 Conferences: Big vs. Small
In this post-conference episode, Uncle Marv reflects on the recent TechCon Unplugged event, discusses the merits of small vs. large conferences, and shares his frustrations with a propane delivery service. He also covers Florida man stories and updates on the Python Challenge.
714
Sept. 12, 2024
714 From Video Games to MSP Success: Brian Weiss
Uncle Marv sits down with Brian Weiss of ITECH Solutions to discuss Brian's journey in the IT industry, from his early days working at a computer store to building a successful MSP business. Brian shares valuable insights on business growth, adapting to industry changes, and overcoming significant challenges.
Guest: Brian J. Weiss
713
Sept. 11, 2024
713 Cork's Leadership Shake-Up: Dan Candee and Carlson Choi
Uncle Marv sits down with Dan Candee and Carlson Choi from Cork to discuss the company's recent leadership changes, rapid growth, and innovative approach to cybersecurity for Managed Service Providers (MSPs).
Guests: Dan Candee , Carlson Choi
712
Sept. 5, 2024
712 Onboarding & Offboarding Professionally
Uncle Marv discusses the importance of professional onboarding and offboarding practices in the MSP industry, sharing his recent experience with a challenging client transition.
711
Sept. 4, 2024
711 Cybersecurity Lawsuits on the Rise: What MSPs Need to Know
Uncle Marv welcomes back attorney Bradley Gross to discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity litigation and its implications for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). The conversation delves into recent high-profile court cases, the importance of clear service agreements, and strategies for MSPs to protect themselves in an increasingly litigious environment.
Guest: Bradley Gross
710
Aug. 29, 2024
710 Leadership Insights: Marnie Stockman
Uncle Marv welcomes back Marnie Stockman to discuss leadership, customer success, and the challenges facing MSPs. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from personal development to industry-wide issues, offering valuable insights for IT professionals and business owners alike.
Guest: Marnie Stockman
709
Aug. 26, 2024
709 Your Helpdesk Copilot - Giant Rocketship
Uncle Marv interviews Dustin Puryear, CEO and founder of Giant Rocketship, a software platform designed to enhance the efficiency and profitability of IT businesses through AI-driven help desk management and ticket automation.
Guest: Dustin Puryear
708
Aug. 23, 2024
708 Navigating IT Challenges with Marnie Stockman
In this episode, we continue our insightful conversation with Marni Stockman, diving deeper into her experiences and expertise in the IT industry. This is part two of our interview, where Marni shares more valuable lessons and strategies for success in IT management.
Guest: Marnie Stockman
707
Aug. 22, 2024
707 AI in IT Contracts: What MSPs Need to Know
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv explores the intersection of AI and legal contracts with guest Rob Scott of Monjur. They discuss the potential and pitfalls of using AI to generate contracts for managed service providers (MSPs) and the importance of legal expertise in the process.
Guest: Rob Scott
706
Aug. 21, 2024
706 Inspired by Ted Lasso - Marnie Stockman
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv interviews Marnie Stockman, a trailblazer in the MSP space and former CEO of Lifecycle Insights. Marnie shares her journey from education to the IT industry, discusses the importance of customer success, and delves into leadership principles inspired by Ted Lasso.
Guest: Marnie Stockman
705
Aug. 19, 2024
705 Internet in a Box: Rythmz's 5G Solution Explained
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv interviews Steve Copeland, founder and CEO of Rythmz, a company providing innovative portable 5G network solutions. The conversation explores how Rythmz is revolutionizing internet connectivity for businesses with their "internet in a box" technology.
704
Aug. 16, 2024
704 ThreatLocker and Zero Trust: A Conversation with CEO Danny Jenkins
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv sits down with Danny Jenkins, CEO and co-founder of ThreatLocker, to discuss zero-trust security, the evolution of cybersecurity for MSPs, and ThreatLocker's innovative approach to protecting businesses from cyber threats.
Guest: Danny Jenkins
703
Aug. 15, 2024
703 TechCon Unplugged: You In?
Uncle Marv hosts Joe Knezovich and Kyle Kenyon to discuss TechCon Unplugged, an annual conference for IT business owners and managed service providers. They explore the conference's unique aspects, its value for attendees, and how it differs from larger industry events.
Guests: Kyle Kenyon , Joe Knezovich
702
Aug. 14, 2024
702 MSP Mindset - Insights from Damien Stevens
Uncle Marv interviews Damien Stevens, founder and CEO of Servosity, about his MSP Mindset podcast, the challenges in the managed service provider industry, and the evolution of backup and disaster recovery solutions. They discuss the importance of mindset shifts, AI integration, and creating valuable communities for IT professionals.
Guest: Damien Stevens