In this exclusive interview, Kelly Danziger—General Manager and VP of Channel at Informa Tech—shares her journey into the tech space and the strategic direction Informa is taking to elevate the Channel Partners Expo and MSP Summit.

🎙️ Topics Covered: Kelly’s path to leadership in the channel space How Informa is shaping the future of MSPs through innovation and collaboration

Highlights from the MSP Summit 2025, including AI, platform strategy, and cybersecurity

The importance of open platforms and integration for MSP success Insights from top industry leaders and what’s next for the channel community

 

📍 Recorded live at the MSP Summit in Orlando. 🔗 Learn more about the summit: MSP Summit 2025 Overview: https://themspsummit.com/

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/WrepddH8eM4

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

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Kelly Danziger from Informa Tech 

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In this live episode of MSP Unplugged, we catch up with Ken Patterson from Todyl, recorded on-site at PAX8 Beyond. Ken shares how Todyl is helping MSPs simplify and strengthen their security stack through an all-in-one platform approach—empowering providers to deliver enterprise-grade protection with ease and efficiency.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/ECzLuUeyAw4

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

https://linkedin.com/in/coreykirkendoll/

Ken Patterson from Todyl

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenpatterson16/

 

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we sit down with Kevin Lancaster from Channel Program to explore a game-changing new tool designed to streamline operations for MSPs — Better Tracker. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by vendor chaos, missed follow-ups, or scattered data, this episode is your wake-up call.

Kevin breaks down why traditional tracking systems aren’t cutting it anymore and how Better Tracker was built specifically with MSP pain points in mind. From simplifying your vendor stack to reclaiming your time, this conversation delivers actionable insight on taking back control. If you're ready to "get your s#!t together" and upgrade how your MSP runs, don’t miss this one.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/vgcoywUoM8Q

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

https://linkedin.com/in/coreykirkendoll/

Kevin Lancaster from Better Tracker

 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinlancaster/

We’re back in the studio! After a summer packed with live recordings, travel, and behind-the-scenes hustle, we’re kicking things off with a full recap episode.

In this laid-back session, we catch you up on everything we’ve been working on—both personally and professionally. From summer takeaways to future goals, hear what’s on deck for MSP Unplugged, upcoming events, content plans, and what to expect from the podcast as we roll into the rest of the year.

Whether you’ve been with us all summer or are just tuning back in, this is your chance to get reconnected with the show and the mission behind it.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/M-mvpo1vrtg

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

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In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we sit down with Dan Wensley, CEO of GTIA, to unpack the powerful transformation of the Global Technology Industry Association. Dan shares how GTIA is shifting from certification-focused roots to becoming a purpose-built, community-first nonprofit dedicated to helping MSPs, vendors, and IT professionals thrive.

We dive into GTIA’s new mission, explore its four foundational pillars—People, Resources, Community, and Advancement—and get a first look at how this reinvention is setting a bold new course for the channel. If you're an MSP looking for community, support, and a seat at the table, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

 

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/NP5GH2UEO7A

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

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Dan Wensley from GTIA

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danwensleyceogtia/

 

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we sit down with Nahjee Maybin, CEO of Kenyatta Computer Services, a Denver-based MSP. Nahjee shares how he’s building on the legacy his father began—transforming Kenyatta Computers from a family vision into a thriving IT services company. It’s a powerful story of growth, purpose, and honoring the past while embracing the future of managed services.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/CIJGEDqReaI

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

https://linkedin.com/in/coreykirkendoll/

Nahjee Maybin from Kenyatta Computer Services

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nahjee-maybin/

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we’re joined by Mike DePalma, VP of Business Development at OpenText. OpenText is a global leader in information management software, helping organizations—especially MSPs—securely capture, store, manage, and unlock actionable insights from enterprise data.

Mike walks us through how OpenText is empowering MSPs to leverage cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and automation tools—enabling them to deliver stronger compliance, smarter workflows, and deeper customer trust in an evolving IT landscape.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/ziHrxDwgkrs

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

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Mike DePalma from OpenText

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldepalma1/

What would a visit to Pax8 Beyond be without a conversation with the legendary Rob Rae? In this episode, Rob joins us to discuss the latest developments at Pax8 and trends shaping the IT services industry. We also dive into why this is the final Pax8 Beyond event in Denver.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/wjb3-pSyUb8

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

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Rob Rae from Pax8

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In this live episode of MSP Unplugged, recorded at PAX8 Beyond, we sit down with Leonard Dimiceli, VP of Channel at Rythmz.   Rythmz is opening up new opportunities for MSPs in the 5G space, helping providers deliver enhanced connectivity and better customer experiences in challenging environments. Leonard shares how their forward-thinking approach is empowering MSPs to expand their offerings and meet client demands in ways traditional solutions can't.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/dSYr4yEk-pA

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

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Leonard Dimiceli from Rythmz

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ldimiceli/

In this on-site episode of MSP Unplugged, we’re live from PAX8 Beyond with special guest Dave Meister, Global Channel Leader at Check Point Software Technologies.   We sit down with Dave to talk about the evolving cybersecurity landscape, how Check Point is enabling MSPs to stay ahead of modern threats, and what’s coming next in partner enablement, AI, and threat prevention. It’s a candid, high-value conversation from the expo floor — packed with insight for today’s security-focused MSPs.

Full Video Podcast Link: https://youtu.be/o6OebkAIETY

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MSP Unplugged

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Paco Lebron from ProdigyTeks 

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Rick Smith from Renactus Technology 

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Corey L Kirkendoll from 5K Technical Services

https://linkedin.com/in/coreykirkendoll/

David Meister from Check Point Software Technologies

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davemeister1/