Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations

Send us Fan Mail This heartfelt and high-energy episode from Pax8 Beyond 2025, Joey Pinz speaks with Lorna Burman , a global MSP leader at USecure and proud horse owner of Malibu. From riding trails in the UK to leading compliance innovation across EMEA and APAC, Lorna blends courage, confidence, and care into everything she does. Lorna shares her journey of taking up horseback riding at age 42 —...

Send us Fan Mail What if the future of storytelling wasn’t passive—but fully immersive, interactive, and built by communities? In this mind-expanding episode, Joey Pinz dives deep into the metaverse with Athena Demos—co-founder and CEO of Big Rock Creative (BRC), the award-winning XR company behind BRCvr, Breonna’s Garden, and the groundbreaking new BurnerSphere platform. Athena shares how immersi...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening and heartfelt episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Dr. Kristen Williamson—founder of EmpowerMind Solutions and a passionate advocate for neurodivergent adults. Diagnosed with ADHD at 37 and autism at 39, Dr. Kristen calls her brain “neuro-spicy”—a term that perfectly captures her vibrant mix of insight, humor, and self-awareness. Together, they explore the comple...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling to sell while managing tech? You're not alone. In this episode of Joey Pinz Conversations , we talk with startup founder and product visionary Jean Templin live from ConnectWise IT Nation Secure 2025 . Jean dives into the very real sales challenges faced by MSPs and how AI-driven real-time coaching is transforming the conversation—literally. 🎙️ Jean explains why mo...

Send us Fan Mail From pulling network cables to helping MSPs plan their exits—Rayanne Buchianico’s journey is one of purpose, perseverance, and transformation. In this inspiring episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz speaks with Rayanne and fellow trailblazer Rhea about their paths into the MSP world and how they’re driving change through specialized services and support. 💼 Rhea shares ho...

Send us Fan Mail From typewriters to cyber defense, Mike Estep has seen it all. 🧠 In this inspiring and no-nonsense episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz sits down with Mike to unpack decades of experience building, scaling, and ultimately selling MSPs—before joining the vendor side at Blackpoint Cyber. 🔄 Mike shares how he went from leading one of the first owner-led MSP acquisition pl...

Send us Fan Mail Are you chasing every alert but missing the point? In this dynamic episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz interviews Mark Balovnev, CEO of CYRISMA, to explore the evolving cybersecurity challenges facing MSPs—and how to approach them with focus and clarity. 🔄 Mark shares his journey from coder at age 9 to serial entrepreneur, offering sharp insights into why MSPs must pri...

Send us Fan Mail From the IDF to international MSP defense, David Chernitzky lives cybersecurity like it’s a martial art. 🥋 In this episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz welcomes the founder of Armor Cyber Security for a powerful, personal, and practical conversation on modern threats, true partnership, and staying mission-ready. 🎯 With roots in Israel’s elite intelligence units and a d...

Send us Fan Mail Do MSPs hire salespeople too early? Jamie Williams thinks so—and in this engaging and energizing episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz and Jamie break down the true difference between sales and marketing, the evolving MSP landscape, and the power of routine in life and business. 🧩 Jamie shares practical strategies for MSPs to differentiate themselves in saturated markets...

Send us Fan Mail Would you board a flight if the pilot landed safely only 99.5% of the time? Ricardo Villadiego wouldn’t—and he applies that same mindset to cybersecurity. In this high-impact episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz talks with Ricardo, founder of Lumu, about precision, preparation, and protecting MSPs from EDR evasion and network breaches. ✈️ Drawing parallels between aviati...

Send us Fan Mail When a cybersecurity CEO says, “Get used to discomfort,” you listen. In this action-packed episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz welcomes Matt Holland—founder and CEO of FieldEffect—to talk strategy, growth, fitness, and the future of MSP security partnerships. 💡 A former intelligence software builder turned MDR leader, Matt shares how FieldEffect evolved into a vendor t...

Send us Fan Mail Rowing champion turned MSP payment expert? Meet Tanner Cookson. 🎙️ Live from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz interviews Tanner on everything from riding across Canada to revolutionizing invoicing and payments for Managed Service Providers. 💡 Tanner shares how his upbringing in a rowing family shaped his relentless work ethic—and how that same drive now fuels his mission at Alte...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you combine a cybersecurity expert with a volunteer fire chief? You get Tim Weber. 🔥 In this powerful episode recorded live at IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz dives deep with Tim—Cyber 74’s security leader and lifelong public servant. 🎙️ Tim shares his incredible journey from a 14-year-old fire cadet to assistant chief, and from fixing PCs to leading a $2.5M s...

Send us Fan Mail Can cold plunges and clear values make you a better cybersecurity leader? In this introspective and energetic episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz speaks with Joel Cahill—Wall Street veteran, father, and founder of Infima—to explore personal growth, MSP success, and how simplicity and service win in cybersecurity. 💬 Joel shares insights from his journey: from trading cu...

Send us Fan Mail Is your cybersecurity vendor helping—or just selling? In this insightful conversation from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz chats with Paul Lupo of Bitdefender about what it really takes to support Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in today’s evolving threat landscape. 🧩 Paul, a Boston native turned Orlando tech leader, shares how Bitdefender's new innovations—like the Phase...

Send us Fan Mail How do you lead 950 engineers and still make time for mechanical watches, family, and learning? In this thoughtful and energizing episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz interviews David Raissipour, Chief Technology & Product Officer at ConnectWise. 🎯 David shares how his childhood in Iran and engineering roots shaped a methodical yet deeply human approach to leadershi...

Send us Fan Mail Why fear compliance when it can fuel your growth? In this rich and revealing episode from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz sits down with Ozzie Saeed, founder of IntelliGRC, to unpack why MSPs should stop dreading cybersecurity frameworks like CMMC—and start seeing them as strategic advantages. 💥 Ozzie, a veteran of U.S. Army information security and co-architect of the CMMC sco...

Send us Fan Mail Small businesses are under cyber siege—yet few are fully protected. In this compelling conversation from IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz sits down with Sarvesh Rao, the founder of Marma Security, to explore a massive untapped opportunity for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). 🔥 With 86% of SMBs lacking proper cybersecurity and hackers targeting them more than ever, Sarvesh share...

Send us Fan Mail What do rock climbing and cybersecurity have in common? For Matthew Panizari, both demand strategy, grit, and constant reevaluation. In this powerful episode recorded at IT Nation Secure 2025 , Joey Pinz explores Matthew’s frontline experience in digital forensics and incident response. 🚨 Matthew shares how his firm, Arete IR, acts as the cyber “firefighters,” helping businesses...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply moving episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Ray Bezarez, a Navy veteran, former associate pastor, and passionate people-helper, to explore a life marked by faith, hardship, healing, and hope. From scrubbing urinals in the Navy to building churches and comforting widows, Ray's journey is a masterclass in humility and leadership. Ray shares the impact of grief after...

Send us Fan Mail In this impactful conversation recorded live at the Winthrop Market, Joey Pinz interviews Charles Jacobs—a 70-year-old veteran, mentor, and creator of a system he calls the “Line of Transition.” Developed during his military years and refined through mentorship with local youth, this framework helps guide people through key life stages—from finishing high school to choosing colleg...

Send us Fan Mail In this enriching episode, Joey Pinz meets Russell Graham, a 76-year-old fragrance entrepreneur and teacher of self-discipline. Their conversation, held at the Winthrop Market, dives into more than just scent—it explores the power of mindset, personal growth, and community upliftment. Russell traces his aromatic journey back to the incense-rich days of the 1960s, sharing how smell...

Send us Fan Mail In this lively and eye-opening episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Jordan Trowbridge—an avid reptile rescuer and passionate wildlife advocate—to explore the urgent environmental challenges facing Florida. From invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades to the unintended damage caused by domestic cats and manicured lawns, Jordan dives deep into what’s hurting Florida’s biodiversity—a...

Send us Fan Mail n this deeply moving episode, Joey Pinz sits down with a remarkable guest at the Winthrop Market who turned his lowest moment into the start of a powerful transformation. Bobby Perdomo shares his raw, real journey from over 20 years of addiction to 18 months of sobriety—fueled by faith, community, and a pivotal moment in a church parking lot. Now a leader at Lighthouse Gospel Miss...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode, Joey Pinz sits down at Winthrop Market with Jack Catanzarite, a spine surgery specialist and passionate health advocate, to bust myths and shed light on what really causes back pain—and how to manage it. Jack explains why surgery is often not the first answer, highlighting the importance of physical therapy, exercise, and posture before going under th...