Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by setting the scene at DattoCon, where the energy is high after two days of groundbreaking announcements. He introduces Ranjan Singh, who dives right into the buzz surrounding Kaseya's latest offerings. Ranjan explains the challenge of keeping product launches under wraps until the big…
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by introducing Kelvin Daniels, a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Kelvin shares his journey as a long-term Datto partner, selling their products for over 15 years and being credited with pioneering innovative sales approaches in the Midwest.…
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode from the Fontainebleau (https://www.fontainebleau.com/miamibeach/) resort in Miami, where he's attending DattoCon (https://www.dattocon.com/) 2024. Nadir Merchant introduces Kaseya 365 User (https://www.kaseya.com/blog/beyond-the-endpoint-with-saas-alerts-kaseya-365-user/) , a new product offering that focuses on protecting and backing up users, complementing the previously launched Kaseya 365 Endpoint. The Kaseya 365 User…
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by recapping his recent visit to DattoCon in Miami, where Kaseya made significant announcements about new user licenses and product offerings. He then welcomes Jennifer Bleam, author of "Simplified Cybersecurity Sales for MSPs," to discuss marketing and sales strategies. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of…
Jennifer Bleam joins the show to discuss why traditional MSP marketing fails (and what to do Instead).
Uncle Marv kicks off the podcast with Robert Thompson, an ASCII member and Spark peer group leader from Canada. Thompson shares his journey from break-fix to managed services, highlighting the importance of client communication and technology business reviews. He emphasizes the value of the ASCII community in knowledge sharing and…
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Joe Balsarotti, a long-time ASCII member and owner of Software to Go, a computer store with over 40 years of history. Joe shares his journey from retail software sales to becoming a full-service IT provider serving customers in 42 states. He emphasizes the…
Sean Lardo Interview: • IT Nation event coming up in two weeks (November 6-8) at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida • PitchIT competition highlights: record number of applicants (over 150) from global regions • Final three PitchIT competitors: PC PowerSafe, Senteon Cybersecurity, and Seedpod Cyber • IT Nation features:…
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with Steve Copeland from RYTHMz, discussing their innovative "internet in a box" solution. Steve explains how their 5G technology is revolutionizing business continuity and disaster recovery. He shares examples of how RYTHMz has helped partners increase profits and maintain connectivity during critical events. The…
Day One as ASCII Steve Copeland from RYTHMz, new channel vendor and partner of the IT Business Podcast Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6122570689019904
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by introducing Eric Torres, who recently joined Pax8 in a new role focused on channel and community engagement. The conversation covers Eric's transition to Pax8 and his first experiences with the company, including attending the Pax8 Beyond event in Berlin. Eric shares insights on…
Uncle Marv and Jennifer Bleam dive deep into the world of MSP marketing and sales, offering a fresh perspective on how to revolutionize your approach. They discuss: 1. The Marketing Pendulum: Jennifer explains the concept of the "marketing pendulum" and why MSPs should avoid swinging to extremes in their marketing…
Uncle Marv welcomes Jennifer Bleam, founder of MSP Sales Revolution, to discuss sales and marketing strategies for MSPs. Jennifer shares her journey from focusing solely on sales coaching to incorporating marketing due to client needs. She emphasizes the importance of knowing key metrics like average customer lifetime value and monthly…
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by introducing Dr. Carrie Johansson, a key speaker at the upcoming Business Reinvention Summit. The summit, organized by Therese Skelly, is scheduled for October 21-26 and features ten accomplished women sharing their experiences and strategies for business reinvention. Dr. Johansson, with over 20 years…
In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv chats with Dr. Carrie Johansson about the upcoming **Business Reinvention Summit**. This week-long event, running from **October 21st to 26th**, features a lineup of inspiring female speakers sharing their stories and strategies for business transformation and personal growth. Dr. Johansson,…
Uncle Marv kicks off the show with updates on recent hurricanes affecting Florida and the Carolinas. He then introduces Tim Golden, Desiree Thomas, and Austen Gray from Compliance Scorecard. The team discusses the recent rebranding of Compliance Scorecard and their new investment from Bellini Capital. They emphasize the growing importance…
Compliance Scorecard, a Governance-as-a-Service (GaaS) solution provider for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), has been making significant strides in the cybersecurity and compliance landscape. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6122570689019904
Introduction to Aaron Painter and Nametag: Uncle Marv introduces Aaron Painter, highlighting his role as CEO of Nametag, a platform dedicated to enhancing identity verification processes to prevent impersonation and fraud. The North Korean Hacker Incident: The conversation kicks off with a discussion about the notorious case of a North…
Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 3 storm, made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida on October 10, 2024, causing significant damage across the state. The hurricane brought destructive winds, storm surge, flooding, and spawned numerous tornadoes, resulting in widespread devastation. Wind Damage: Hurricane Milton's intense winds, with gusts reaching up to…
Uncle Marv kicks off the show by introducing Tim Coach and his new position at Cynomi. Tim explains the company's name, inspired by the manta ray from Finding Nemo, symbolizing protection and guidance in cybersecurity. The conversation dives into Cynomi's VCISO platform, which simplifies security assessments and compliance roadmaps for…
Uncle Marv kicks off with the latest on Hurricane Milton, now a Category 4 storm with 155 mph winds, expected to make landfall near Sarasota around 10-12 PM. He emphasizes the storm's massive size, affecting areas from the Panhandle to the Keys. Using the Windy.com app, Marv illustrates the storm's…
Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with a comprehensive update on Hurricane Milton's status as of Tuesday afternoon. The storm has been downgraded to a Category 4 hurricane with sustained winds of 155 mph, moving east at 12 mph towards the Gulf Coast. Projected to make landfall near Tampa Bay…
Hurricane Milton is currently a powerful Category 4 storm with maximum sustained winds of 155 mph. I'm joined by Scott Dollar from Ideal Technologys to discuss how they have helped their clients prepare for this dangerous storm. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6122570689019904
Tim Coach has recently joined Cynomi, a leading vCISO platform provider for MSPs and MSSPs. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6122570689019904