Proof of life! Matt's back after a three-week absence, but Rich is apparently being held for ransom. That's how it looks on video towards the end of the show, anyway. Before then, he, Matt, and guest host Amy Babinchak of Harbor Computer Services and Third Tier discuss Microsoft's new channel chief, Datto's new commerce solution, the challenges of virtual sales calls, and the future of healthcare IT.

Then they're joined by Bob Stegner, senior vice president of North American marketing at SYNNEX, for a look at the big Tech Data merger, SMB market conditions, and the benefits of joining distributor communities like Varnex. It's a conversation that will hold your attention hostage.

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Topics and Related Links Mentioned:

New Microsoft Channel Chief - https://blogs.partner.microsoft.com/mpn/microsoft-channel-chief-transition/

Datto Launches Quoting and Procurement Solution - https://www.channelpronetwork.com/news/datto-launches-quoting-and-procurement-solution

Mastering Virtual Sales Calls - https://www.channelpronetwork.com/article/mastering-virtual-sales-calls

Healthcare IT in the COVID and Post-COVID Era - https://www.channelpronetwork.com/article/healthcare-it-covid-and-post-covid-era

Rich's ICYMI plug and quickie preview of the week ahead - https://www.channelpronetwork.com/tags/icymi