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We have a spin-off series under the Vendor Blender Podcast series. In this exciting episode, we dive deeper into what the Pitch IT program is all about. We get to know a bit more about the VP of IT Nation Communities - Sean Lardo. We will be interviewing the 2026 cohort of Pitch IT 2026. We also cover off a bit about sports and tune in to also find out which track Sean adds to our Vendor Blender S...

Run Rob Run! 🔥 I’m thrilled to announce that the real-life Forrest Gump himself, Rob Pope , is joining me on the Business Insights Podcast ! This guy doesn’t just run ultra distances… he redefines them. Here are just a few of the questions I threw his way: How many miles can you squeeze out of a pair of trainers? What’s the biggest challenge he’s had to overcome? How on earth do you prepare for s...

In this episode of Business Insights, Paul Croker interviews Aaron Fletcher, the commercial manager of the MSP show and a former member of the band The Bees. They discuss Aaron's journey in the music industry, his experiences with The Bees, including their influences, songwriting process, and the challenges of recording and touring. Aaron shares insights on networking within the music industry...

In this episode of The Business Insights Podcast, Paul catches up with Carrie Green of Can IT Con and also sits on the elected board as a director at GTIA. Paul and Carrie discuss a mixture of topics, conferences, GTIA, Growth mindset, Reflecting on your "Why", Sharing who you are and being comfortable with being you. There is a great quote from Carrie here, too "There is room at ev...

Hey, we are back! In this episode of Vendor Blender, Paul Croker sits down with James Griffin, CEO of CyberSentriq, to explore the evolving landscape of the Managed Service Provider (MSP) market. Discover how the merger of Redstor and TitanHQ into CyberSentriq aims to address the convergence of backup and cybersecurity, a critical challenge for MSPs today. James shares insights on navigating vendo...

In this instalment, Paul Croker sits down with the CISO who has to look after cybersecurity for a Saas platform..   Paul was able to grab some time with rockstar CISO Patrick Beggs at the recent IT Nation Community event, which took place in London.   We talked a bit about the tech a bit, and went back in time to hear some of the cool things that Patrick has been involved with and where it's b...

It's not every day you get to talk with the EVP of a multinational organisation and get the chance to ask them questions that differ from the normal ones asked. Paul Croker was fortunate to get some time with Peter Kujawa of IT Nation and Connectwise. We talked on the following topics Event Overview of IT Nation Peter’s Role at IT Nation & ConnectWise Community Events and MSPs Collaboratio...

In this episode of the Vendor Blender podcast, Paul Croker speaks with Dan Boddington from RedStor about the importance of backing up Entra ID, Microsoft's cloud version of Active Directory. They discuss the emerging risks associated with cloud infrastructure, the complexities of setting up and restoring backups, and real-world use cases that highlight the necessity of this backup solution. Th...

Nigel Moore, founder of the tech tribe, shares his journey in the tech space and the lessons he learned along the way. He discusses the challenges faced by MSPs, such as pricing and packaging plans, and how he wrote a book to help others avoid the mistakes he made. Nigel emphasizes the importance of self-belief and surrounding oneself with the right people, whether it's through peer groups or find...

Hello! In this edition of the Business Insights podcast, I chatted with the CEO of IASME Emma Philpott. IASME is the team that runs the Cyber Essentials Framework program certification. In this instalment, we talked about the following points Cybersecurity should be inclusive and accessible to everyone. Breaking down barriers in cybersecurity is essential for innovation. Effective communication is...

In this episode of the Shoot the Breeze with MSPs podcast, Paul Croker interviews Chris Gorman and Daniel Shone from Apex, an MSP based in the Northwest. They discuss their journey as friends turned business partners, the evolution of the MSP industry, and the importance of community and vendor relationships. They also highlight the significance of embedding company values and focusing on customer...

🚀 New episode alert! 🚀 In the latest Vendor Blender podcast, CEO James Griffin sits down with Paul Croker to dive into how Redstor's leading solutions empower IT Service Providers to tackle modern challenges. Our journey at Redstor has taken us from a storage consultancy to becoming a leading MSP and then vendor - it's been quite a ride! James discusses how Redstor's software solves...

We are back with another Vendor Blender Podcast! In this episode, Paul Croker interviews Ben Rogers from Cloud Billing. Cloud Billing is a billing solution that helps MSPs automate their monthly billing and consolidate data from different sources. The conversation focuses on the importance of billing and how it can align with a data-driven organization. They discuss the challenges MSPs face with m...

Jazz, a double silver medalist for Team GB in swimming, shares her journey from learning to swim as a child to competing in the Olympics. She talks about the dedication and hard work required to excel in the sport, as well as the support of her family. Jazz discusses the importance of analyzing performance and making small improvements to achieve success. She also highlights the similarities betwe...

Summary In this episode of Shootin' the Breeze with MSPs, Paul Croker interviews Chris Pottrell, the Managing Director of Nebula IT. They discuss topics such as AI, IT strategy, and the importance of cybersecurity in growing a business. Chris shares his journey in the MSP industry and emphasizes the value of IT communities and peer groups. The conversation concludes with Chris recommending the...

In this new podcast series I talk with Ian Groves of Start Tech. We talk about what is happening in Ian's MSP and find out a bit more about him and how he has set up his MSP, moving over the years to where they are now today. Maybe there are some soundbites that you can take into your MSP business. Get involved and be part of the story and community.

Be part of the story, join us for our first meet-up of 2024 Join the CompTIA Community at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester for a full day of content and educational sessions designed to help you grow and improve your business. MSPs can book sessions in our Genius Café to get tailored 1:1 business advice from several leading industry experts, and everyone is invited to network over drinks and dinner i...

So in this episode of the Business Insights Podcast we talk on a number of topics, from Swimming Pool Attendants to Sales Directors to Floppy disk drives. Paul Lloyd talks to us in his straight forward manner showing us how he does it "my way" We cover, Helping organisations that aren't performing or are struggling with sales and business development Hear how Paul has created a sales...

Do you know enough about GDPR for your business? In this episode of the Business Insights Podcast, I have an open and relaxed chat with business owner Chris Burn about the elephant in the room topic of GDPR. Chris shares some insights to get us thinking about this often dry topic which is often misunderstood or grazed over altogether. So grab a cup of tea or coffee, sit back and listen to this 20-...

Wouldn't it be cool to "flex" up our IT team at the drop of a hat and get hold of technical people when we need them? That wish has been answered by Kelvin and the team over at Supportwave. They have a different approach to helping the modern-day MSP meet the ever-changing demands of clients. Kelvin joins Paul on this episode and talks about how Supportwave has been set up by Techs f...

👩‍⚖️📜 Ready for Legal Insights Like Never Before? Tune In! 📜👨‍⚖️ 🌟 Imagine having someone who's not just a legal expert but a guide through the labyrinth of commercial agreements. Someone who knows the legal world inside out and is always there for you! 🌟 💼 Are you wondering how to navigate the intricate landscape of managing risks in commercial agreements? Look no further! 🤝 🌐 Meet A...

🌟 Mark Shelford, a former Lieutenant Colonel in the British Army, who once served on the fiery sands of the Gulf War during Desert Storm. 🌐 He is not just any leader; he is the current Police and Crime Commissioner for Avon and Somerset. But that's not all, he's also the National Lead for economic crime, including the treacherous world of cyber fraud. 💼💻 🔑 Here's a sneak peek into...

🌐 Join me today as I talk with John Harvey of the Samphire Club for a journey all about building genuine relationships, not just selling and sales. 🤝 Networking is like tending to an allotment; daily care in weeding, watering, and nurturing pays off with a bountiful harvest. 🌱🌾 It's not about what others can do for you, but what you can do for them. 🤗 Be a stellar listener, stay curious about...

In this edition of the Business Insights Podcast, I chatted with the Co-founder and CEO of Performanta Guy Golan. If are interested, or curious about getting culture right, and automation in your business. You need to listen to this podcast. We break away from the traditional talk of Cyber Security and discuss topics such as What is the meaning behind the company name? What is the purple flag? Lea...

🌟 Embracing Growth while Preserving Company Values and Culture 🌟 As our company embarks on an exciting journey of expansion, we hold true to the essence of what makes us who we are. 🚀 Keeping our cherished values and vibrant culture alive as we grow is our guiding star. 💼 🔍 Beyond the Resume: The Power of Interviewing the "Whole Person" 🔍 We are seeking exceptional talent, we understand the...