GTIA Presents

In this episode, host Vicky Bruns is joined by Ann Westerheim, CEO of Ekaru, and Brook Lee, Senior Director of Community at Rev.io, for a conversation about growth in the IT channel. From networking and community involvement to industry resources, leadership opportunities, and professional development, Ann and Brook share lessons from their careers and discuss how meaningful connections can help both individuals and businesses thrive.

You'll learn:

• Why networking is one of the most valuable investments channel professionals can make

• How GTIA communities, chapters, and interest groups help members build lasting relationships

• Practical advice for new members looking to grow their careers and industry connections

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In this episode, host Vicky Bruns is joined by Matt Shaw of Shaw IT Services and Soleil Diament, Chief Growth Officer at Threat Captain, for a truly global conversation on how GTIA's mentorship program and peer trust circles help channel leaders grow. Matt shares his journey as a first-time mentee, Soleil brings both mentee and mentor perspectives, and together they unpack what real mentorship and shared accountability look like in practice.

You'll learn:

What true mentorship looks like, and why it works best when both people give and take

How peer trust circles create a safe, collective sounding board for leaders facing the same challenges

How mixed circles of MSPs and vendors let each side hear what the other is really trying to solve

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Additional Resources & Links

Learn About the GTIA Mentorship Program https://gtia.org/membership/member-groups/mentorship-program

Explore GTIA Trust Circles https://gtia.org/trust-circles

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Access the Latest GTIA Resources & Research https://gtia.org/resources

Attend Upcoming GTIA Events https://www.gtia.org/events

Discover Member Education & Training Opportunities https://gtia.org/member-education

GTIA Presents showcases members and channel partners opening up about how they turned GTIA membership into real business results — the strategies, the wins and the lessons learned.

In this episode, Vicky Bruns of ThreatCaptain sits down with Josh Hohbein of Centrexit IT and Wade Kilgore of Axxys Technologies to explore how MSPs can strengthen their cybersecurity approach through frameworks, collaboration, and continuous improvement with GTIA resources.

GTIA Presents showcases members and channel partners opening up about how they turned GTIA membership into real business results — the strategies, the wins and the lessons learned.

Research. Roadmap. Results. Oh my! In this episode of GTIA Presents, host Vicky Bruns welcomes John Harden, CEO of Lemhi, and MJ Patent, CMO of Logically, to explore how GTIA’s industry-leading research helps technology businesses make smarter decisions, validate strategy, and stay ahead of market shifts. Drawing from years of experience across the IT channel, John and MJ share real-world examples of how GTIA research has influenced product roadmaps, change management initiatives, AI strategy, marketing programs, and executive decision-making.

GTIA Presents showcases members and channel partners opening up about how they turned GTIA membership into real business results — the strategies, the wins and the lessons learned.

In this episode of GTIA Presents, host Vicky Bruns sits down with Corey Kirkendoll, CEO, 5K Technical Services, and Mike Psenka, CEO, Moovila, to discuss ChannelCon. They unpack the true force behind the event and “The Channel Effect” – which highlights the power of a single connection, idea or decision to create far-reaching impact across the global technology ecosystem Don’t miss your chance to experience the powerful advantage of ChannelCon NA in San Diego (Aug 3–5)—learn more and register today.