IT Business Podcast Episodes

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 leve…

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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 "Flori…

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 …

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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).

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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.

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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 …

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 proc…

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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 principl…

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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"…

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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.

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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.

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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 valuab…

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Aug. 12, 2024

701 Business Continuity and Resilience with ShadowHQ

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, the focus is on ShadowHQ, a platform designed to enhance business continuity and incident response. The episode features an insightful interview with Nick Scozzaro, CEO and co-founder of ShadowHQ, who shares how the platform provides a centralized and sec…

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Aug. 12, 2024

700 Attack Surface Management with ThreatMate

Uncle Marv sits down with Anup Ghosh, CEO of ThreatMate, to explore the intricacies of attack surface management and the innovative solutions ThreatMate offers to enhance cybersecurity. The conversation delves into how ThreatMate's platform helps organizations bolster their security posture by iden…

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Aug. 8, 2024

699 Star Trek Picard and Shanna

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv welcomes Shanna Utgard, a cybersecurity ambassador with a remarkable story of resilience. The conversation covers the ongoing dispute between Microsoft, CrowdStrike, and Delta Airlines regarding a significant IT outage, along with a lighthearte…

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Aug. 5, 2024

698 User Verification with MSP Process

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Marvin interviews Chris Reid, Vice President of Product Management at MSP Process. They discuss the innovative features and benefits of the MSP Process platform, a comprehensive tool designed to enhance security, communication, and efficiency for Managed …

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Aug. 1, 2024

697 Democratizing Threat Intelligence: Blackpoint Cyber's MacKenzie B…

Uncle Marv sits down with MacKenzie Brown, the VP of Advisory Pursuit Group at Blackpoint Cyber, to dive into the intricacies of threat intelligence and cybersecurity within the MSP landscape. The discussion covers the challenges MSPs face in staying ahead of cyber threats, the concept of democrati…

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July 31, 2024

696 Rob Rae on the Future of MSPs: Community, Marketplaces, and Growth

Uncle Marv interviews Rob Rae from Pax8, discussing the evolving landscape of the MSP industry, the importance of community in business, and the future of technology consumption.

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