Best Contract administration Podcasts (2024)

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708 Navigating IT Challenges with Marnie Stockman 38:34

3h ago38:34

38:34

We dive deep into the world of IT management with Marnie Stockman, an experienced IT professional. Marnie shares invaluable insights on overcoming challenges in the IT industry, emphasizing the importance of communication, leadership, and adaptability in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. Marnie Stockman discusses her journey in IT, …

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707 AI in IT Contracts: What MSPs Need to Know 54:02

32m ago54:02

54:02

Rob Scott, a legal expert in the IT services industry, shares his insights on the use of AI in contract generation. While acknowledging AI's transformative potential, Scott emphasizes that it should be viewed as a tool to enhance legal services rather than a replacement for lawyers. He highlights the significant gaps between AI-generated contracts …

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706 Inspired by Ted Lasso - Marnie Stockman 39:10

13h ago39:10

39:10

Marnie Stockman's journey from high school math teacher to CEO of Lifecycle Insights is a testament to her adaptability and problem-solving skills. She explains how her experience in education led her to customer success in the ed-tech world, eventually culminating in the creation of Lifecycle Insights, a company focused on improving quarterly busi…

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705 Internet in a Box: Rythmz's 5G Solution Explained 24:09

3d ago24:09

24:09

Steve Copeland introduces Rythmz as a carrier-agnostic solution that combines up to seven SIM cards to create a bonded aggregate network. This approach offers both increased bandwidth and redundancy, making it suitable for various applications including disaster recovery, business continuity, and event support. The technology acts as an SD-WAN for …

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704 ThreatLocker and Zero Trust: A Conversation with CEO Danny Jenkins 28:26

6d ago28:26

28:26

Danny Jenkins provides insights into ThreatLocker's zero-trust framework and how it helps businesses implement the principle of least privilege. He explains the company's unified bundle, which combines allow listing, network controls, threat detection, and managed response services. Jenkins emphasizes the importance of shifting the security paradig…

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703 TechCon Unplugged: You In? 54:01

7d ago54:01

54:01

Uncle Marv introduces TechCon Unplugged, an annual conference for IT business owners and managed service providers, scheduled for September 12-14 in Hanover, Maryland. The conference, now in its fifth year, originated from a desire to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for smaller IT professionals. ** Need a discount code for Techco…

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702 MSP Mindset - Insights from Damien Stevens 45:51

8d ago45:51

45:51

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv sits down with Damien Stevens, founder and CEO of Servosity, to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the managed service provider (MSP) industry. Damien shares insights from his MSP Mindset podcast, which features interviews with successful entrepreneurs, authors, and coaches. The c…

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701 Business Continuity and Resilience with ShadowHQ 21:00

10d ago21:00

21:00

Nick Scozzaro discusses the inception and evolution of ShadowHQ, a platform initially built to address cyber threats but now also used for other scenarios like natural disasters. Drawing from his background in secure communications at BlackBerry, Nick emphasizes the need for a digitized approach to incident response. ShadowHQ offers a comprehensive…

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700 Attack Surface Management with ThreatMate 19:16

10d ago19:16

19:16

Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by introducing Anup Ghosh and ThreatMate, a company focused on improving cybersecurity for IT networks. Anup shares insights into the company's approach to attack surface management, emphasizing the importance of viewing security through an adversarial lens. Unlike traditional vulnerability management tools, ThreatM…

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699 Star Trek Picard and Shanna 48:46

14d ago48:46

48:46

Uncle Marv and Shanna Utgard kick off the episode with a lively exchange, reminiscing about Shanna's journey from nearly falling victim to a ransom attack to becoming a respected figure in cybersecurity. The discussion quickly shifts to a pressing news story involving a dispute between Microsoft, CrowdStrike, and Delta Airlines. Delta has accused t…

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698 User Verification with MSP Process 17:50

17d ago17:50

17:50

Marvin and Chris kick off the discussion by exploring the core functionalities of the MSP Process platform. Chris explains how the platform helps MSPs verify the identity of end-users and technicians, thereby preventing unauthorized access and AI voice phishing attacks. The platform's unique technician verification feature is particularly emphasize…

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About Contract Faculty: Roger S. Nam 21:03

12d ago21:03

21:03

Roger S. Nam is Professor of Hebrew Bible and Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at Emory University Candler School of Theology. What are the constructive aspects of being contract faculty? If you spend your career as a contract faculty person have you failed as a scholar? How do you find your place on a faculty with tenure-track and tenure…

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697 Democratizing Threat Intelligence: Blackpoint Cyber's MacKenzie Brown 1:04:40

21d ago1:04:40

1:04:40

In this engaging episode, Uncle Marv and MacKenzie Brown explore the critical role of threat intelligence in modern cybersecurity. MacKenzie explains the dual nature of her role at Blackpoint Cyber, balancing threat research with enabling their SOC team to respond effectively to cyber threats. She emphasizes the importance of understanding both aca…

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696 Rob Rae on the Future of MSPs: Community, Marketplaces, and Growth 26:22

23d ago26:22

26:22

Rob Rae, known as the "godfather of the channel," shares insights from his extensive experience in the MSP industry. He discusses the significance of building relationships and fostering community within the IT sector, emphasizing how these factors contribute to long-term business success. Rae reflects on his early experiences with ASCII events and…

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695 Uncompromized: The Future of Identity Protection for MSPs 16:17

23d ago16:17

16:17

In this episode, Ted and Woody explain the functionality of Uncompromized, which provides identity theft protection, dark web monitoring, and internet privacy for individuals. They detail how the service allows MSPs to invite clients to subscribe easily, offering them immediate monitoring and protection against identity theft. The discussion also t…

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694 MSP Growth Strategies with Dori Spade 12:03

23d ago12:03

12:03

Uncle Marv sits down with Dori Spade, who has over 17 years of experience in the MSP industry, having worked with MSPs ranging from $8 million to over $100 million in value. Dori discusses her transition from managing MSPs to founding Call to Action, a consulting firm that helps MSPs navigate common challenges such as role clarity and scaling. She …

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693 Owning a Data Center Transformed This MSP Business 11:13

23d ago11:13

11:13

Uncle Marv welcomes Corey Tapper, a new ASCII member and owner of Techevolution, to the IT Business Podcast. Corey shares his experience attending ASCII events over the years before finally becoming a member, citing the emotional impact of seeing Frank Abagnale speak and the valuable networking opportunities. Techevolution, Corey's company, has bee…

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692 Vendor Booth Interviews - ASCII Boston 2024 11:43

23d ago11:43

11:43

Uncle Marv begins by interviewing Eric Pinto from SocSoter, who discusses their new reporting platform designed to help MSPs prepare for audits and compliance checks. Pinto emphasizes the importance of providing evidence for services offered to customers, especially in the context of 24/7 coverage. Next, the host speaks with Dave Cava, partner at E…

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691 Brianna Rubino: Live from ASCII 9:41

24d ago9:41

9:41

Uncle Marv hosts the IT Business Podcast live from ASCII Edge in Boston, featuring guest Brianna Rubino, Director of Events for the ASCII Group. Brianna shares insights on ASCII's 40th anniversary celebration and the ongoing event series. The ASCII EDGE event series includes nine events across North America, with eight in the U.S. and one in Canada…

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690 Cybersecurity Simplified - Ann Westerheim at ASCII Edge 23:27

24d ago23:27

23:27

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv interviews Ann Westerheim from Ekaru at the ASCII EDGE event in Boston. Ann discusses her book "Cybersecurity for Main Street, Cyber Fit in 21 Days," which aims to simplify cybersecurity concepts for small businesses. She emphasizes the importance of basic security measures like multi-factor au…

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689 Dawn Sizer on Community and Growth in ASCII 10:47

24d ago10:47

10:47

Uncle Marv interviews Dawn Sizer at the ASCII event in Boston, marking their first in-person meeting. Dawn shares her experience speaking at the event about automation and the positive response from attendees. They discuss the challenges of remote work verification, particularly in light of deepfake technology, and explore potential solutions such …

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688 Cavelo: Data Risk Management for MSPs 19:35

24d ago19:35

19:35

Uncle Marv welcomes Kris Shoemaker from Cavelo to discuss their data risk management platform. Cavelo positions itself under the attack surface management umbrella, offering a comprehensive solution for MSPs that includes data discovery and classification, vulnerability management, identity access management, and asset discovery. Kris explains that…

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Ep 30: USAID and Localization: Progress Report and What’s Next 54:12

15d ago54:12

54:12

Senior Advisor for Localization in the Office of the USAID Administrator, Sarah Rose joins Mike Shanley to discuss how localization and locally led development works within USAID. Sarah explains how USAID measures success and why partnerships and working with local communities is critical to meeting their goals. She explains how USAID partners with…

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687 From Quarterback to Convict: Damon West at ASCII Edge 24:19

26d ago24:19

24:19

Damon West, the keynote speaker at ASCII Edge in Boston, joins Uncle Marv to discuss his extraordinary life story. West begins by praising ASCII Edge for their exceptional client relationships and event organization. West recounts his past as a Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, whose career was cut short by injury. T…

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Unchanged Demographics of Faculty 28:42

26d ago28:42

28:42

Dr. Steed Davidson is the Executive Director of the Society of Biblical Literature. Data show that the kinds of persons we bring into doctoral programs and hire onto faculty remain relatively unchanged. In what ways can directors of graduate divisions of religion attend to atrophying doctoral programs? What is the future of religious scholarship if…

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Ep 29: Ambassador Mark Green: Former USAID Administrator, President & CEO of the Wilson Center 46:07

20d ago46:07

46:07

Former USAID Administrator and President & CEO of the Wilson Center, Mark Green joins Mike Shanley to discuss various topics around USAID. Mark explains his role as the USAID Administrator and the importance of USAID. He talks about humanitarian funding and how it affects long term development funding. Mark describes the war in Ukraine, and what it…

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686 CrowdStrike: A Look Back 15:57

1M ago15:57

15:57

Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by acknowledging the sponsor, SuperOps, and dives into the major news of the CrowdStrike incident. A faulty sensor configuration update from CrowdStrike led to widespread computer outages affecting about 8.5 million Windows machines globally. Marv explains how he managed client concerns and highlights the critical n…

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685 Boost MSP Efficiency with Strategy Overview 18:58

1M ago18:58

18:58

Boost MSP Efficiency with Strategy Overview Website: https://www.strategyoverview.com/ In this episode, Uncle Marv sits down with Alex Markov to delve into Strategy Overview, a software platform tailored for MSPs to optimize their strategic planning and client management. Alex explains how the platform's powerful and flexible template engine allows…

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684 SaaS Security with Overe: An Interview with Paul Barnes 19:50

1M ago19:50

19:50

Revolutionizing SaaS Security with Overe Website: https://www.overe.io/ In this episode, Uncle Marv welcomes Paul Barnes, co-founder and CEO of Overe, to discuss their SaaS security platform and its role in the IT Nation Pitch It Accelerator program. Overe focuses on providing automated security analysis and continuous monitoring for SaaS applicati…

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Studying the Institutional Ecology: Roger S. Nam 33:48

1M ago33:48

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Roger S. Nam is Professor of Hebrew Bible and Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at Emory University Candler School of Theology. When at the dawn of your career, how do you learn the institutional power dynamics, the unspoken social and professional obligations, the ways conflict is resolved or left open? How do you acquire agency, get accu…

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683 Align Spending with Business Goals - Tim Coach 58:12

1M ago58:12

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Uncle Marv welcomes Tim Coach to discuss strategic spending in IT businesses. Tim emphasizes the importance of aligning spending with business goals and market demands. He advises against arbitrary budget cuts, instead recommending a focus on ROI and strategic investments. Tim highlights the significance of investing in both technology and talent. …

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682 Solo Tech Success: TorqueNet LLC 45:43

1M ago45:43

45:43

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Uncle Marv interviews William Hibbard, owner of TorqueNet LLC. The two discuss Bill's journey from Air Force cyber operations officer to running his own Managed Service Provider (MSP) business. Hibbard shares insights on transitioning from a hobby to a full-fledged business, his approach to cybersecu…

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681 Boosting VCIO Services with GetInSync 21:34

1M ago21:34

21:34

Stuart Holtby introduces Get In Sync as a comprehensive platform that helps businesses uncover their IT strategy. He uses the analogy of a treasure map to explain how the tool works, assisting organizations in putting together all their applications, information, projects, and processes to visualize their overarching strategy. The platform goes bey…

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Ep 28: Ambassador Cindy Courville - 1st US Ambassador to the African Union 37:20

1M ago37:20

37:20

Ambassador Cindy Courville joins Mike Shanley to discuss her work as the first Ambassador for the African Union. She talks about what it was like to enter into that role and how she worked with African Leaders to ensure their voices were heard, as well as what it meant to them to have someone assigned to Africa. Ambassador Courville describes the w…

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Bible in the Public Square: Steed Davidson 27:46

1M ago27:46

27:46

Dr. Steed Davidson is the Executive Director of the Society of Biblical Literature. What does it mean to examen the influences of the bible upon contemporary society? In what ways can classrooms encourage understandings of the bible's complex roles in culture, now and into the future?By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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680 Unlock Hidden Revenue Opportunities with MyITspend 42:42

1M ago42:42

42:42

Uncle Marv interviews Kevin Lancaster and Matt Solomon from Channel Program about their new product, MyITspend. The guests introduce the tool as a client management solution designed to help MSPs optimize their client relationships and boost revenue. Kevin explains that MyITspend grew out of the need to solve big problems in the MSP industry and ma…

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679 Dawn Sizer's Secrets to MSP Success 50:27

1M ago50:27

50:27

Dawn Sizer, CEO of Third Element Consulting, joins Uncle Marv to discuss the success of her MSP business. She attributes their success to working closely with her husband and having a strong leadership team. Dawn shares insights on adopting AI tools like Copilot, emphasizing the importance of skilled workers to effectively use these tools. The conv…

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678 The Evolution of RMM: NinjaOne 35:16

1M ago35:16

35:16

Joe Lohmeier, NinjaOne's new channel chief, joins the IT Business Podcast to discuss the company's recent developments and growth. NinjaOne, formerly known as NinjaRMM, has expanded its offerings to become a unified endpoint management platform serving both MSPs and internal IT departments. The conversation covers NinjaOne's rebranding, its recogni…

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677 Streamline Vendor Management and MSP Marketing with XAmplify 21:53

1M ago21:53

21:53

Sudhir Nambiar, co-founder and CEO of XAmplify, introduces their marketing automation platform tailored for MSPs and IT service providers. The platform offers solutions for channel marketing, partner relationship management, and through-channel marketing automation. XAmplify allows MSPs to conduct co-branded campaigns with multiple vendors, address…

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676 Transforming Customer Support with Symoda 19:43

1M ago19:43

19:43

Wayne Creamer, founder and CEO of Symoda, returns to the IT Business Podcast to discuss the evolution of their customer-centric communication platform for managed service providers (MSPs). With 20 years of experience in the MSP space, Wayne identified communication as a recurring problem among customers, which led to the creation of Symoda. Initial…

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675 NodeWare: Patch Management Made Easy 32:36

2M ago32:36

32:36

Uncle Marv and Matt Koenig catch up after a missed meeting at IT Nation Secure. They discuss NodeWare's continuous vulnerability management solution and its recent spin-off as a separate company. Matt highlights Nodeware's compliance with various cybersecurity standards, including the recently updated CIS control version 8.1. The conversation cover…

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Coping with Professional Grief: Phillis Sheppard 30:37

1M ago30:37

30:37

Phillis Sheppard is E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of Religion, Psychology, Culture and Womanist Thought, and Executive Director of the James Lawson Institute for the Research and Study of Nonviolent Movements at Vanderbilt University. Our careers will have disappointments, injustices, events which are unfair and, even shaming. How do w…

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674 Boost Your MSP's Efficiency with Strety 19:04

2M ago19:04

19:04

Larry Garcia introduces Strety as a Business Operating System Software (BOSS) designed to help companies improve operational efficiency. The tool focuses on key performance indicators (KPIs), goal setting, and project management. Strety integrates with Microsoft Teams and offers features such as smart agendas, automatic reminders, and goal tracking…

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673 CheckRed: Revolutionizing Cloud Security for MSPs 17:05

2M ago17:05

17:05

Patrick Clawson introduces CheckRed Security as a comprehensive cloud security SaaS solution that covers both cybersecurity and compliance aspects. The platform uniquely addresses IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS security in a single multi-tenant environment, making it ideal for service providers. CheckRed goes beyond monitoring and risk assessment by providin…

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672 Automating System Hardening: Senteon 22:28

2M ago22:28

22:28

Uncle Marv interviews Zach Kromkowski from Senteon, a cybersecurity company participating in the IT Nation Pitch It Accelerator program. Senteon provides automated system hardening and compliance solutions for workstations, servers, and browsers based on CIS standards. Zach explains that Senteon's platform automates the implementation of over 1,200…

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671 Revolutionizing MSP Contracts: Monjur 18:31

2M ago18:31

18:31

Robert J. Scott, co-founder of Monjur, returns to the IT Business Podcast to discuss their contracts-as-a-service platform for IT managed service providers. Scott highlights the benefits of participating in the IT Nation Pitch It Accelerator program, including valuable connections and exposure that have accelerated Monjur's growth. Monjur offers a …

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Misperceptions About Administration - Roger S. Nam 25:01

2M ago25:01

25:01

Roger S. Nam is Professor of Hebrew Bible and Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at Emory University Candler School of Theology. What makes for mediocre, good, and exceptional administrators? Who should consider administration as an occupation, and who should remain on faculty? How do you balance the call for transparency in communication a…

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670 LionGuard's CEO Michelle Accardi 47:53

2M ago47:53

47:53

Uncle Marv sits down with Michelle Accardi, CEO of LionGard, to explore the latest advancements in MSP technology and the exciting developments at LionGard. The conversation kicks off with a discussion about Liongard’s role in enhancing MSP operations through comprehensive attack surface management. Michelle explains how Liongard’s platform automat…

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669 IT Nation Secure, Pax8Beyond & Swag 30:50

2M ago30:50

30:50

Uncle Marv recaps his recent attendance at multiple tech conferences, focusing on IT Nation Secure and PAX 8 Beyond. He highlights key announcements from these events, including ConnectWise's Security 360 product and PAX 8's new Marketplace. The podcast explores the world of conference swag, with Uncle Marv reviewing various items across categories…

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668 The Future of Cybersecurity: Todyl's Darrin Swan 37:40

2M ago37:40

37:40

Uncle Marv welcomes Darrin Swan with Todyl to discuss the company's comprehensive cybersecurity platform designed for SMBs and MSPs. Darrein explains that Todyl was founded to address the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by smaller businesses that lack the resources of larger enterprises. Todyl's platform integrates various security tools int…

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