Best Colin Lever Podcasts (2024)

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 116: Managing Race Day Expectations, Pre-Race Nerves, and Training Tips 59:05

2h ago59:05

59:05

In this episode, Colin, Becca, and Elliot discuss race day expectations, managing pre-race nerves, and knowing when to push or back off training intensities. As always, thanks for listening and please let us know if you have any topic requests for future episodes. Hope everyone’s season is off to a great start!---Show Notes:Key Takeaways• Don't obs…

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How to Transform your Channel for SaaS Success with Lisa Citron

8d ago

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Many software vendors and solution providers are still making the digital transformation to the SaaS business model. This transformation impacts just about every facet of your business – sales, marketing, finance, product development. And it absolutely impacts your channel strategy – in fact your entire go-to-market strategy will likely change. In …

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 115: Elliot's St. George Recap, Training Advice, and More! 54:44

4d ago54:44

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In this episode, Elliot recaps his 70.3 in St. George last month. He placed 5th in his age group to kick off his triathlon season! Colin and Elliot also discuss the importance of riding outdoors, aero bottle benefits, pre-race preparation, and other tips. Enjoy and thanks for listening!--- Show Notes: Recap of Elliot's 70.3 St. George race and dis…

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Breaking the Discount Cycle: Colin Puckett’s Playbook for Partner Success 42:43

16d ago42:43

42:43

Are you aware of the impact customer discounts are having on your partner ecosystem? Are you wondering how to break the never-ending cycle of discounting and find a better way to drive growth? In this episode, Colin Puckett, SVP of Global Channel and Field Operations at Appfire, talks about their groundbreaking approach to sales discounts. Colin sh…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 114: Danny Royce, TopGunz Athlete, Daddy Donuts 59:07

18d ago59:07

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In this latest episode, we have the privilege of interviewing TopGunz athlete, Danny Royce… Call Sign: Daddy Donuts! Danny and his wonderful wife Brittany have two daughters, Sloane and Chandler plus a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Bear. He got into triathlon because it filled a void left by the end of his college swimming career. Turns out h…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 113: Richard McAinsh, Co-Founder and Designer of Ku Cycle 1:08:37

24d ago1:08:37

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In this episode, we interview Richard McAinsh, co-founder, technical director, and designer of Ku Cycle. His mission was to design bikes and performance solutions to change cycle sport forever -- rethinking bike design from the ground up while offering the perfect fit for the rider. The Ku Cycle is a super aero bike with a custom fit for riders of …

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5 Steps to Unleashing the Power of Ecosystem Marketing with Rick van den Bosch 41:37

1M ago41:37

41:37

Looking to amplify your partner marketing strategies? This episode of Channel Journeys features Rick van den Bosch, founder and CEO of the Channext partner marketing platform and co-host of the Partnerships Unraveled podcast. You’ll learn 5 steps you can take to unleash to power of ecosystem-centric partner marketing. And proving that startup CEOs …

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 112: Top Gunz Tri Team Superstar, Matt Nussbaum 1:00:40

1M ago1:00:40

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In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Top Gunz Tri Team athlete, Matt Nussbaum. Matt is a mechanical engineer who began triathlon in 2015, currently in the M30-34 age group. Enjoy the latest podcast as we discuss how he became a standout triathlon swimmer (with no competitive swim background), upcoming races, key training philosoph…

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Building Partnerships that Drive Customer Value with Barrett King 43:43

2M ago43:43

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Is your channel business loosing steam? Classic channel programs and partnering strategies were meant to serve one purpose. Drive more revenue. The world has changed. Focusing solely on more revenue for your company doesn’t fly with your partners or your customers. In this episode, I explore the art and science of building partnerships that drive e…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 111: 2024 Boston Marathon Recap! 41:12

2M ago41:12

41:12

In this latest episode, Colin and Elliot discuss another epic duel between each other at the 2024 Boston Marathon. They review their marathon training prep, lead up to the race, race weekend festivities, and the iconic race itself. They both cracked 2:39 with Elliot finishing just before Colin in a super close and memorable duel, making Elliot a re…

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Your Blueprint for Successful Channel Transformation with Sam Valme 42:39

2M ago42:39

42:39

Wondering how you can transform your company to drive more business through the channel and greater partner engagement across your organization? In this episode, Sam Valme, Sr. Director US Channels at Ave Point, shares how they are ramping up sales through Resellers, Integrators and MSPs. Sam unveils the pivotal moments and strategies behind AvePoi…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 110: Brad Miles and LEVER Movement 59:43

2M ago59:43

59:43

In this episode, Colin and Elliot have the privilege of interviewing Brad Miles at LEVER Movement. Brad is the co-founder of LEVER system which delivers the benefits of bodyweight supported running in a convenient, portable package. This opens the door to many uses including running and healing through injury, increasing weekly running mileage, mi…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 109: Latest Tri News, Ironman Rule Changes, Top Gunz Camp, and More 1:02:41

2M ago1:02:41

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In this latest episode, Colin, Becca, and Elliot discuss their upcoming race schedules, new Ironman rule changes, the Top Gunz training camp in Florida, swim training, and Boston Marathon prep! As always, thanks for listening!Colin was also recently featured on the Greg Bennett Show podcast! You can listen to their episode below:https://podcasts.ap…

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Rob Spee: 5 Levers for Partner Sourced Business 10:37

3M ago10:37

10:37

One thing I hear almost every day is “how can we get our partners to bring us more business?” The shift to the SaaS model and a partner ecosystem approach is designed to add more partner value throughout the buyer journey. More influence, more customer success, more account expansion. The good news is that when done right, the ecosystem can also br…

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How to Make Partnering a Business Strategy with Jill Rowley 44:30

3M ago44:30

44:30

How does your company view partnering? Is it a functional department siloed from the rest of the organization? Perhaps it’s integrated into your sales strategy. But it stops there. One of the messages I’ve been promoting discussing with ecosystem leaders and analysts is that partnering has to be much, much more. My thinking on this topic was actual…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 108: Brian Maiorano, Coach Liaison at CORE Body Temperature Sensor 51:25

3M ago51:25

51:25

In this episode we have the pleasure of interviewing Brian Maiorano, the coach liaison at CORE Body Temperature. The CORE sensor is the first and only wearable that provide continuous, accurate core body temperature monitoring. The sensor allows you to easily see how much your core temperature rises with effort, so you can train your body to adapt …

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 107: Interview with NEVERSECOND CEO, Bill Armstrong 58:15

4M ago58:15

58:15

In an exciting new episode, Colin and Becca discuss the science of effective fueling with NEVERSECOND CEO Bill Armstrong. Despite being a newer product on the market, NEVERSECOND has quickly risen to the top as one of the best fueling products in the industry, sought after by grand tour teams such as Bahrain Victorious as well as elite triathletes …

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The 4 Success Metrics of a SaaS Channel with Angus Robertson 38:13

4M ago38:13

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There’s a lot of talk about the demonstrating the ROI of the partner ecosystem as we transition to the SaaS model. The SaaS recuring revenue model is so different than the perpetual world most of us came from. How should we be thinking about the impact and ROI of a SaaS channel? To find some answers, we’re going back to my conversation with Angus R…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 106: Lawyer and Triathlete, Amanda Quinlan 1:02:38

4M ago1:02:38

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In this episode, we interview Top Gunz athlete, Amanda Quinlan. She began triathlon in 2015 signing up for sprint races for fun; by 2022, she took is a lot more seriously training for her first Ironman. In her first Ironman attempt she placed 4th in her age group at Lake Placid qualifying her for the Ironman World Championship in Kona!Enjoy the lis…

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AGFL Episode 105: The Queen of Triathlon, Joanne Furu 56:17

4M ago56:17

56:17

Join triathlon legend, Joanne Furu, who currently dominates the 70-74 age group! Joanne is a Midwestern gal from small town Michigan, living on her family farm while training for Ironman. She’s made several World Championship appearances over her tenure, and shares her perspective on how the sport has grown and changed (sometimes for better, someti…

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The Future of Digital Distribution with Jen Anaya 32:06

4M ago32:06

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Cloud marketplaces have gotten a ton of buzz, but what’s going on in distribution? How are the classic value add distributors (VADs) responding to the rapid growth of the AWS, Azure, and Google marketplaces? One VAD who’s not resting on their laurels is Ingram Micro. Ingram is rolling out a new digital platform that is a game change for partners an…

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How to Amplify Customer Experience with Nancy and Norma 42:35

5M ago42:35

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Your gut probably tells you that partners amplify the customer experience, but you’ve lacked the data to prove it. Now I have the data you’ve been looking for and some tips on how you can drive customer success. In this episode, Nancy Ridge and Norma Watenpaugh share the findings of their groundbreaking research on Partner Experience. They are the …

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 104: Stretching, Mobility and Strength with Sarah from Dynamic Triathlete 52:11

5M ago52:11

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This week Colin, Elliot and Becca deep dive the world of injury prevention with Dynamic Triathlete extraordinaire, Sarah! Sarah is a triathlete turned ultra marathoner & long distance off road cyclist who, like many, struggled with chronic injuries. She teamed up with fellow endurance junkies in BC Canada and formed the popular injury platform, Dyn…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode #103 - The King Of Consistency and EMJ Teammate, David Morris 1:05:24

5M ago1:05:24

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In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing David Morris! David is an Every Man Jack triathlon member in the 40-44 age group. We take a deep dive into his self-coached training style that has landed him atop many overall amateur podiums while balancing a career in healthcare/data. He’s also a father of two and married to a former D1 swimm…

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How to Get Your Reps to Embrace Partners with Jules Johnston 41:37

5M ago41:37

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A big challenge almost everyone in the channel has to face is how do you get direct sellers to embrace partners? Whether you’re just starting in building a channel or you’ve got a long-standing partner program, you’re going to have sellers who don’t understand the value partners bring, or don’t know how to engage partners effectively. That’s the qu…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 102: The Jedi Master, Zoot Team Captain, and IMAZ 55-59 AG Champ, Bryan Dunn 1:15:32

5M ago1:15:32

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In this episode, Bryan Dunn, Colin, Elliot and Becca discuss the changes triathlon has seen in the last 15 years, as well as the mental fortitude and consistency triathlon requires for long term success. Bryan shares his insights to training year over year, adapting to family dynamics, race adversity, how his role with ZOOT motivates him, and how v…

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Jay McBain: Top 5 Ecosystem Plays for 2024 31:04

6M ago31:04

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We have entered the ecosystem economy where partners are critical for growth and resilience. Direct sales are suffering losses. Yet despite all the headwinds, partner confidence is high. Partners are hiring and almost two-thirds of partners are looking at revenue and profit growth. What is going on? Find out in this interview with Jay McBain, chann…

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AGFL Episode 101: Mental Health And Battling The Holiday Blues With Johnny Surprise 1:01:50

6M ago1:01:50

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot have the pleasure of interviewing Johnny Surprise again. Johnny was recently interviewed by his local news channel discussing obstacles he's had to face with mental health. The holiday season, often regarded as the most joyous time of year, can be quite challenging for many people, particularly those living with me…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 100: Our Triathlon Journey 56:00

6M ago56:00

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It's been an incredible journey! Colin, Elliot, and Becca recap their triathlon careers as they started from feeble beginners to very successful, competitive triathletes. It's been a wild ride, full of ups and downs, but this sport has also taught us very important life lessons as well. Triathlon is a way of life and a unique lifestyle that they al…

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Christmas Special: Catamaran Sailing in the Grenadines 31:50

6M ago31:50

31:50

Only 5 days from Christmas. You know what that means…time for another Christmas Special podcast! This year I’m sharing my latest catamaran sailing adventure in the Grenadine Islands. I’d dreamed of visiting the Grenadines for years. This past October, I finally made it with my sailing buddies. Enjoy my tales of sailing, snorkeling, and fishing whil…

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Crystal Ferreira: How to be a Better Vendor to your Partners 29:20

6M ago29:20

29:20

One of the last things you want to hear from partners is “why do you make it so hard to work with you?” That’s not evidence of a great partner experience. But what can you do about it? This episode’s guest knows all about that challenge. Crystal Ferreira, Global Head of B2B Channel & Alliances at Logitech, was on the receiving end of that scary new…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 99: Being Coachable and How to Maximize Value of Your Coach 1:02:54

7M ago1:02:54

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In this episode, Colin, Becca, and Elliot discuss their roles as triathlon coaches, being a coachable athlete, and ways to maximize the value of a coach. With over a decade of coaching experience, as well as being coached athletes themselves, they discuss the importance and vital role a coach has on an athlete's endurance journey. Enjoy the latest …

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Asher & Chip: Growing Ecosystems Around the Globe 40:40

7M ago40:40

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Wondering what partner leaders are doing around the globe to drive the transition from channels to ecosystems? Asher Mathew, CEO Partnership Leaders and Chip Rodgers, Chief Partner Officer at Workspan, have been on a global tour to find out. Listen and get some tips as they share how partnership leaders are growing ecosystems around the world. KEY …

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 98: The Hodgepodge Episode with Guest Superstar, Becca Kawaoka 55:17

7M ago55:17

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In this episode, Becca Kawaoka joins Colin and Elliot as they discuss frequently asked questions by clients, common obstacles athletes face during this time of the year, strength training, swimming, training during sickness and/or injury, and nutrition. We hope the motivational levels are still high as the race season winds down. This time of the y…

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Rob Spee: 5 Ways to Manage Channel Change 12:03

7M ago12:03

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Change is difficult. And driving the shift from a channel mindset to a partner ecosystem mindset within your organization is a big task. Rob Spee, SVP Global Channels at Beyond Trust, shares why shifting from a channel to a partner ecosystem strategy can be difficult to manage. Rob offers five things you can do, whatever your role, to drive the cha…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 97: Latest Triathlon News, Kona Women's WC Race, PTO Schedule, and More 44:12

8M ago44:12

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot discuss the latest triathlon news including the exciting women's World Championship in Hawaii, Professional Triathlon Organization updates, upcoming races, and more! Enjoy and please let us know what topics you'd like discussed in future episodes. Happy training!By Age Grouper For Life Triathlon Podcast

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Mike Day: How to Build an Ecosystem Partner Program 28:24

8M ago28:24

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This is a great time of year to evaluate your partner program and see if it’s serving the needs of your partner community. But what can you do better when you have a broad and diverse product portfolio? And how can you build a program to support the diverse partner ecosystem needed by your customers? Find out in this conversation with Mike Day, VP …

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Tiffani Bova – 5 Paths to Consistent Channel Growth – CJ124 43:01

8M ago43:01

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After hearing author and thought leader, Tiffani Bova, speak at a recent Ingram ONE event, I decided to repost this interview I did with Tiffani soon after the launch of her first book, Growth IQ. Driving consistent channel growth in this era of digital transformation requires new ways of thinking. We discuss 5 paths to channel growth, applying the…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 96: The Committed Season, Finding Motivation, Late Season Racing 55:57

8M ago55:57

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot discuss the committed season. While there are still some big races on the horizon, many athletes seasons are coming to an end. We discuss why this time of the year is so important, both from a coaching and athlete standpoint. While many athletes decide to take complete time off during the outseason, we find this ti…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 95: Joshua "Money" Monda 1:07:47

9M ago1:07:47

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot are privileged to interview the one and only Joshua Monda. You may think Joshua received his "Money Monda" nickname from his recent stellar race performances, but he actually earned this name from working in the Accounts Receivable Management department for over two decades! It has been a breakthrough year for this…

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Frank Vitagliano: How to Use Distribution to Drive Innovation 45:53

9M ago45:53

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I’ve been placing a bet on distribution. How about you? What role are distributors playing in your partner ecosystem strategy? Is it the right bet? Find out in this episode with Frank Vitagliano, CEO of Global Technology Distribution Council. Frank shares the results of their recent report titled The Innovation Enablement Guide, based on research w…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 94: Elliot and Becca, The Star Studded Duo at IM Wisconsin 1:01:27

9M ago1:01:27

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In this episode, Coach Elliot and Becca recap their magical days at Ironman Wisconsin. Becca took the overall female win in commanding fashion and Elliot won his age group and took third overall! Enjoy the listen as they recap their epic road Midwest road trip, race day, and more. At awards, they were called up to the stage and were announced "the …

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 93: Captain All3Sports Team, Full Time Marketer, and Elite Triathlete 1:01:40

9M ago1:01:40

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot have the pleasure of interviewing Alex Fuller. Alex is the captain of the All3Sports team, works in marketing at UPS, and is a proud father of three. His journey in the sport has been incredible and he just earned his professional racing license for next season! Alex is also a Purple Patch Squad athlete where he fi…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 92: Michael Harlow, Founder of Endorphin Fitness and Avid Triathlete 56:37

9M ago56:37

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Michael Harlow, founder of Endorphin Fitness, USA Triathlon Level II and Youth & Junior Certified Coach. He has coached hundred of athletes from age 5 to 75 across all levels. Michael started one of the first youth programs in the nation in 2005 and is now regarded as one of the premier triathlon coaches …

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Brent Thurrell: Driving Growth with a Partner Ecosystem 34:40

9M ago34:40

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What is your CRO really looking to accomplish with your partners? Gaining alignment with your executive leadership team, especially your Chief Revenue Officer, is critical to the success of your partner strategy. In this episode, Brent Thurrell, CRO at BeyondTrust, shares why the partner ecosystem is a vital element of his go-to-market strategy to …

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 91: Race Week Preparation Tips 54:23

10M ago54:23

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot discuss race week preparation tips and advice. They discuss strategies they employ to be their very best on race day. These topics include nutrition, tapering, visualization techniques, recovery, and much more! Enjoy the listen and hopefully you're able to utilize this advice to prepare even better for your next ra…

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Dave Taylor: Why Next Era Partnering is Here to Stay 38:31

10M ago38:31

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There’s a lot of buzz around ecosystems and the next era of partnering. Is it just a fad driven by the tough economy? Dave Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer at Impartner, explains why this next era is here to stay. Find out how you can weave partnering into your go to market strategy and improve the overall business health of your company. KEY TAKEAW…

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AGFL Episode 90: Peter Defty, VESPA Power Products, and Optimizing Fat Metabolism 1:21:51

10M ago1:21:51

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In this episode, Colin and Elliot have the pleasure of interviewing Peter Defty, president of VESPA power products, and one of the pioneers in fat-adapted performance. This work, first on himself beginning in the early 2000s, and subsequently with athletes he coached, eventually led to some stunning athletic performances all based upon optimizing f…

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Lana King: What do Saas Companies Need from the Channel? 42:19

10M ago42:19

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I recently had the opportunity to host a live SaaS Partnership Podcast with channel programs and enablement expert, Lana King. We discussed what SaaS companies really want from channel partners, what it takes to be successful, and how to create a better partner experience. KEY TAKEAWAYS Here are just a few of the takeaways from my conversation with…

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AGFL Triathlon Episode 89: Colin's Epic Performances at Maine 70.3 and Age Group Nationals! 55:31

10M ago55:31

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In this episode, Colin recaps his stellar performances at both Ironman Maine 70.3 and Age Group Nationals in Milwaukee this past weekend. Colin broke the tape at Maine 70.3 finishing seconds over the four hour barrier! He had a strong all around performance with our Every Man Jack teammate, Luke Creger, finishing second overall just over a minute b…

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