Season 2

Corporate Ladder to MSP Owner: Lisa Niekamp-Urwin on Building Tomorrow's Technology Today
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessJune 20, 2024x
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00:21:2514.74 MB

Corporate Ladder to MSP Owner: Lisa Niekamp-Urwin on Building Tomorrow's Technology Today

Lisa Niekamp-Urwin the Founder, President, and CEO of Tomorrow's Technology Today, shares her incredible journey from project management to establishing a full-service support company. Lisa delves into her early career challenges, the motivation behind starting her business during an unemployment ph...

Pioneering MSP Standards: Charles Weaver of MSP Alliance
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessJune 06, 2024x
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00:31:5421.95 MB

Pioneering MSP Standards: Charles Weaver of MSP Alliance

Chris Massey sits down with Charles Weaver, co-founder and CEO of MSP Alliance—the world's largest industry association and certification body for cloud computing and managed service professionals. They delve into the early days of the managed services industry, discussing its evolution from the 90s...

Solo to Scalable: James Bartrop's Journey to MSP Success
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessMay 23, 2024x
10
00:30:0120.66 MB

Solo to Scalable: James Bartrop's Journey to MSP Success

Sit down with James Bartrop, the founder and managing director of ShadowSafe, a leading cybersecurity and IT services MSP based in Brisbane, Australia. James takes us through his incredible journey from a solo entrepreneur grappling with the early challenges of running his own business to building a...

Hitting the Right Notes: Luis Giraldo's Path to Advocating for MSPs
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessMay 09, 2024x
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00:40:3827.95 MB

Hitting the Right Notes: Luis Giraldo's Path to Advocating for MSPs

In this revealing episode of "Now That's IT," Luis Giraldo, Chief Experience Officer at ScalePad, shares his unique journey from a world-class musician to a revered MSP advocate, discussing cthe pivotal transitions and decisions that shaped his career and how his background in music provided a rhyth...

Betting on Yourself: Sales-led Growth with Doug Alexander
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessApril 25, 2024x
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00:52:3736.17 MB

Betting on Yourself: Sales-led Growth with Doug Alexander

Doug Alexander's story is nothing short of remarkable, showcasing his transition from the sales battlefield to the c-suite to the boardroom. With riveting tales from his EMC sales days and insights into his aggressive methodology, Doug's narrative is a treasure trove for anyone looking to inject ent...

The Evolving Frontline: Cybersecurity Strategy with Mark Sangster
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessApril 11, 2024x
7
00:27:1818.78 MB

The Evolving Frontline: Cybersecurity Strategy with Mark Sangster

Mark Sangster, cybersecurity expert and Chief of Strategy at Adlumin, brings his rich experience from BlackBerry, Intel, and Cisco, and delves into the intricacies of cybersecurity strategies that can empower MSPs. Mark and N-able's Chris Massey explore valuable perspectives for owners and leaders o...

Customer to CEO: Bente Roycroft on Transforming Accurate Network for Growth
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessMarch 28, 2024x
6
00:34:1423.55 MB

Customer to CEO: Bente Roycroft on Transforming Accurate Network for Growth

From the pages of English literature to the scientific studies, to leading growth for an MSP. That's the narrative arc Bente Roycroft, CEO of Accurate Network Services, shares with us, painting a vivid picture of her transition from environmental consulting to leading a thriving IT business. Bente r...

Growth Through Compliance: Bill Smeltzer of Focus Technology Solutions
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessMarch 07, 2024x
5
00:38:1626.32 MB

Growth Through Compliance: Bill Smeltzer of Focus Technology Solutions

Unlock the secrets of IT compliance as we're joined by Bill Smeltzer, Chief Strategy Officer at Focus Technology Solutions. Bill brings a treasure trove of expertise, particularly on the intersection of healthcare and IT. We explore the compliance challenges that small medical practices face and how...

Small Fish Eat Big Fish: Alan Turnbull's Rise in the MSP Industry
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessFebruary 22, 2024x
4
00:29:4620.48 MB

Small Fish Eat Big Fish: Alan Turnbull's Rise in the MSP Industry

From a simple door-to-door salesman to the heights of the UK's tech industry. Meet Alan Turnbull of Kick ICT Group Ltd, whose meteoric rise from a civil servant to MSP industry leader is nothing short of inspiring. With a candid recount of his early days, Alan takes us behind the scenes of his strat...

Beyond the Horizon: Actionable highlights from the 2024 MSP Horizons Report
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessFebruary 15, 2024x
3
00:59:4041.01 MB

Beyond the Horizon: Actionable highlights from the 2024 MSP Horizons Report

Set your sights on the future of the MSP industry with the first ever MSP Horizons Report, jointly produced by N‑able and international MSP-focused research firm, Canalys.This episode featuring industry experts, including N‑able CEO John Pagliuca and Canalys Chief Analyst Jay McBainis, is from Beyon...

Making Your Own Luck: Hywel Ifans' Highs and Lows as an MSP Owner
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessFebruary 01, 2024x
2
00:45:3131.29 MB

Making Your Own Luck: Hywel Ifans' Highs and Lows as an MSP Owner

Dive into the extraordinary journey of Hywel "H" Ifans, who turned his college side gig into a booming IT empire. In this episode, H, the brain behind BCCIT, reveals the critical moves and strategies that catapulted him from a tech enthusiast to a renowned Managed Service Provider (MSP) owner. Witne...

From Best Buy to Best-in-Class Managed Services: Chris Soutar of Entré Computer Solutions
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP SuccessJanuary 18, 2024x
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00:38:1126.26 MB

From Best Buy to Best-in-Class Managed Services: Chris Soutar of Entré Computer Solutions

This inspiring episode traces Chris Soutar's remarkable evolution from a Best Buy sales floor to becoming a powerhouse in the managed services industry. It's a masterclass in adaptability and ambition, offering an inside look at the dynamic and often unpredictable path of career growth in the rapidl...