Now That's IT: Stories of MSP Success
Now that's IT: Stories of MSP Success dives into the journeys of some of the trailblazers in the Managed Service Provider industry to find out how they used their passion for technology to help turn Managed Services into the thriving sector it is today.
Every episode is packed with the valuable insights, practical strategies, and inspiring anecdotes that lead our guests to the transformative moment when they knew, Now, That's IT.
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Episodes
59 episodes
Small Changes, Big Impact: How Simon Marcil Uses Continuous Improvement to Scale
What does it take to build a $20M MSP without a traditional sales team? In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, Chris Massey sits down with Simon Marcil, co-founder of S3 Technologies and creator of Propel Your MSP, to explore...
Passing the Torch: How James Thompson Turned a Family Business into a Thriving MSP
What happens when a family-owned computer repair shop faces the recession, changing technology, and the challenges of scaling? James Thompson of ECS Technology Solutions shares how he transformed his father’s local IT business into a thriving m...
Chasing Cyber Crisis: Bart Lageweg on Thriving in High-Stakes IT
When the stakes are high, and the systems are down, who do governments and enterprises in the Netherlands call? Bart Lageweg, founder of Bizway, has built one of Europe’s most trusted MSPs by running toward the toughest IT challenges—cyberattac...
From Burnout to Believer: Why Aaron Betts Came Back Stronger
In this episode of Now That’s IT, Aaron Betts shares his remarkable journey—from launching his first MSP in 2005 and losing it all during the financial crisis, to taking a corporate detour, burning out, and ultimately returning to lead...
Deepfakes, Disguises, and Deliveries: How Rob Shapland Hacks Human Weakness to Build Stronger Security
Modern cyberattacks aren’t just technical—they’re personal. And Rob Shapland knows how to exploit the human element better than anyone.In this episode, Chris Massey sits down with R...
Freelancer to Founder: How Barinder Hans Built Red Rhino
What does it take to grow from a solo IT freelancer to the founder of a thriving Managed Services Provider with a 25-person team and a bold vision for the future?In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit d...
From Pentagon to Product Leader: Robert Johnston’s Mission to Transform Cybersecurity
What does it take to go from defending national secrets to defending MSPs? In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, Robert Johnston—former Pentagon cyber operator, DNC breach responder, and co-founder of Adlumin—shares...
It Takes Two: The Story of Technica’s Transformation
In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, host Chris Massey sits down with Craig Fisher and David Izen of Technica Solutions to uncover how a chance meeting—and a well-timed kebab—sparked a complete transformation of th...
Why Focus Wins: Vinod Paul on Align’s MSP Success
In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Vinod Paul, President of Managed Services at Align, to explore how a bold decision to focus exclusively on one vertical—financial services...
Built on Trust: Kevin Stock on Leading a Family-Run MSP That Lasts
What happens when your business partners are also your brothers? For Kevin Stock, CEO of RCR Technology Group, it meant building a managed service provider grounded in trust, clear roles, and shared values. In this episode, Kevin shares how a s...
A Mission to Protect: John McCoy’s Path to MSP Ownership
When John McCoy walked away from a high-paying corporate job, he wasn’t chasing freedom—he was answering a calling. In this episode, John shares how his commitment to helping others led him to launch MidSolv, an MSP rooted in community a...
From Help Desk to Headliner: How Tim Barton-Wines Earned the MSP Spotlight
What happens when the right product meets the right moment—and the right voice? In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Tim Barton-Wines, the dynamic force behind Halo PSA’s meteoric rise.Tim s...
Scaling from Setbacks: How Chris Kraiss Built a Thriving MSP
What if getting fired was the best thing that ever happened to your career? In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, host Chris Massey sits down with Chris Kraiss, founder of ClearPath Technology, ...
Leaders Helping Leaders: 9 Memorable Stories of MSP Success
In this special recap episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, host Chris Massey and producer Stephen McNulty, are joined by guest John Joyce, revisit nine of the most memorable episodes from the podcast’s 45-episode journey. ...
Achieving Rapid Growth with Cybersecurity & Service: Paul Cashmore's IT Evolution
In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Paul Cashmore, co-founder of Solace Global Cyber, to explore his incredible journey of transforming a traditional MSP into a leading MSSP. Paul shares how his p...
Thinking Bigger: Alex Stanton on Leadership, Innovation, and the Future of IT
In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Alex Stanton, a seasoned entrepreneur and industry innovator, to explore his remarkable journey from a teenage web developer to the founder of one of the larges...
Burnout to Balance: Benji Sawyer’s Journey to Sustainable MSP Leadership
In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Benji Sawyer, the high-tech guru behind Sawyer Solutions, to explore his journey from the brink of burnout to building a thriving MSP grounded in balance, compa...
Pivot Points: Dustin Bolander’s Journey from MSP Leadership to Reinventing Cyber Insurance
When Dustin Bolander entered the world of managed services, he never anticipated where his journey would lead. Starting as a helpdesk technician, he worked his way up to co-owning a thriving MSP. But as Dustin shares with host Chris Massey, the...
Unlocking Growth: The Real IT Care Transformation
In this episode of Now That's IT: Stories of MSP Success, we dive deep into the remarkable growth story of Real IT Care, a thriving MSP based in Pennsylvania. Co-owners Zane Patalive and Kenny Steinbacher share how they transformed a n...
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Sales, Service, and Security: How Brandon Layhew Leads ByteTime
In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Brandon Layhew, President and Managing Partner of ByteTime, to explore his incredible journey from sales success to leading a thriving MSP. Brandon shares how h...
From Enterprise to the Family Business: How Stephen Riddick Earned His Leadership at CSP
In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we dive deep with Stephen Riddick, President of CSP, Inc., as he shares his unconventional journey from contemplating law school and ski-bumming in Jackson Hole to mastering enterprise s...
Forward Together: Why Open Ecosystems Drive MSP Growth
This week, we’re doing something a little different. We're excited to share an episode from another podcast sponsored by N-able: Beyond the Horizon: Future Focused MSP Insights.In this episode, Forward Together: Why Open Eco...
Small Town Growth: Brad Walser on Building Walser Technology Group
In this episode of Now That's IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Brad Walser, the founder and CEO of Walser Technology Group, to uncover the remarkable journey of growing a successful Managed Service Provider (MSP) in the hea...
Navigating Growth: Dave Wilkeson on Becoming the MSP Advisor
In this episode of Now That's IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Dave Wilkeson, the founder and CEO of MSP Advisor, to uncover the key strategies that propelled him from a tech hobbyist to a renowned leader in the Managed Ser...
Self-Employed to Business Owner: Lessons from Boyd Smith of TechKnowledgey
In this episode of Now That's IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Boyd Smith, the founder and president of TechKnowledgey, to explore his incredible journey from being self-employed to becoming a successful business owner....
