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Most MSPs don’t have a technical problem. They have a positioning problem.This episode dives into speed-to-contact, data-driven prospecting, and why being first with meaningful insight dramatically increases your chances of winning. If growth has felt harder lately, this conversation will reframe how you approach sales in 2026.

CMMC is a marathon, not a sprint, and if you're waiting for your clients to bring it up first, you're already behind the curve. In this episode, Chris Henderson from Huntress joins Dan to debunk the "magic wand" compliance myths and explain why readiness is a 12–18 month journey of deliberate work. Learn how the final rules for Security Protection Assets (SPA) have changed the game, allowing smaller MSPs to support DoD clients without getting buried in FedRAMP costs. Stop reacting to deadlines and start leading the conversation with confidence.

You read the articles. You hear the interviews. Sometimes you think, “I could add more to this conversation.”

This episode with CJ Arlotta dives into how MSPs can move from silent operators to recognized thought leaders by building real relationships with journalists, contributing expertise, and owning the AI and cybersecurity narrative.

Stop hiding in plain sight.

Attackers know your backup is your escape hatch, which is why they’re targeting your storage keys before they ever hit the production data. Josh Flores breaks down the uncomfortable questions MSPs need to ask about their own internal hardening, MFA, and immutable storage. Learn how to practice what you preach so your own internal systems don't become the weakest link during a client crisis.

Migrating your clients from on-prem SharePoint doesn't have to be a fire drill; it’s an opportunity to modernize their business while driving revenue for yours. In this episode, Colin Hogg and Ramiro Millan from Movebot explain why the "junk drawer" approach to data migration is a mistake and how to use this transition to clean up permissions and legacy files. Discover a structured playbook that moves data at scale—up to 500GB per day—without the need for constant technician babysitting.

Why do most MSPs avoid Technology Business Reviews like the plague? In this episode of the[STACK], Brian Doyle from vCIOToolbox joins Dan Tomaszewski to break down the blockers that keep MSPs from staying consistent with their strategy. Learn how to ditch the "thud factor" of heavy technical reports and use intelligent automation to cut your TBR prep time from hours down to just minutes.

Most cyberattacks don’t start with malware — they start with reconnaissance. In this episode of the[STACK], Dan sits down with Joshua Mohr of ThreatLocker to break down how attackers map MSP environments long before a breach ever happens. Learn how network control and Zero Trust can stop threats at first contact — before they even connect.

Join Dan Tomaszewski and guest Mike DePalma of OpenText as they discuss the massive influx of enterprise vendors moving into the IT channel. Mike explains why global giants are finally prioritizing the SMB market and how MSPs can leverage this shift to gain more influence and better support. This session provides a tactical blueprint for taking control of your vendor relationships and using account managers as strategic assets to drive operational efficiency.

Email is still the #1 entry point for attackers—and misconfiguration is doing more damage than malware. Dan and special guest, Cody Ekle, break down why so many MSPs are scoring poorly on email health checks, even when they think everything is set up correctly. This episode shows how hidden email gaps can cost you security, trust, and even clients.

Dan Tomaszewski sits down with Pete Busam, Founder of Equilibrium Consulting, to explore the shifting landscape of MSP marketing and sales. Pete explains how to leverage AI as an enabler rather than a "lazy" replacement for your brand voice, while stressing the importance of getting back to human-to-human basics. Learn how the most successful MSPs are using data and discipline to align their brand message with the outcomes that drive long-term client loyalty.