We continue to pull back the curtain on the third-annual MSPmentor 250 report, which tracks the world’s top managed services experts, executives, entrepreneurs, coaches and community leaders. You’ll find the complete 33-page PDF in the MSPmentor Resource Center (registration required). Or, get a high-level look at Part IV (last names, M through S) and Part V (last names, S through Z) of the MSPmentor 250 list. We’ll unveil Parts I through III (A through M) Aug. 18 through Aug. 20. Plus, we’ll offer the data sorted by company, region, area of specialty, etc. For details on how we pulled together the report, visit the MSPmentor 250 center.
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MSPmentor 250: Top Managed Services Experts, Part IV of V
Posted August 17th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
MSPmentor 250: The Top Managed Services Experts, Part V
Posted August 16th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
Our third-annual MSPmentor 250 report is now complete and ready for you to read. But before I introduce you to this year’s top managed services executives, experts, entrepreneurs, community leaders and coaches, I’d like to share a brief story about how we pulled together this year’s MSPmentor 250 list. Here are the details and links to the third-annual MSPmentor 250 report.
Seven Managed Services Blogs MSPmentor Didn’t Write: July 23
Posted July 23rd, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
I’m being pulled in two directions. On one hand the weekend is calling. But on the other hand more deadlines await me here at MSPmentor. Before I stop blogging and actually return some emails and voicemails over the next few hours, here are seven managed services blog entries MSPmentor didn’t have a chance to write for the week ending July 23, 2010.
MSPmentor 250 Survey Ends Today (Friday, July 23)
Posted July 23rd, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
The deadline is here: Our third-annual MSPmentor 250 survey closes today (Friday, July 23). Why should you participate right now? Let’s pretend you want to build a Rolodex containing the world’s top managed services experts, coaches, entrepreneurs, sales pros, executives and community managers. That’s what we deliver in our annual MSPmentor 250 report. Here are some more details.
Last Call: Top 250 Managed Services Expert Survey
Posted July 22nd, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
The deadline is nearly here: Our third-annual MSPmentor 250 survey closes on Friday, July 23. Why should you participate right now? Let’s pretend you want to build a Rolodex containing the world’s top managed services experts, coaches, entrepreneurs, sales pros, executives and community managers. That’s what we deliver in our annual MSPmentor 250 report. Here are some more details.
MSPmentor 250: Survey Deadline Is This Friday, July 23
Posted July 19th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
Let’s pretend you want to build a Rolodex containing the world’s top managed services experts, coaches, entrepreneurs, sales pros, executives and community managers. Interested? Then please participate in our third-annual MSPmentor 250 Survey. Deadline for participation is this Friday, July 23. We’ll follow-up with a free MSPmentor 250 report in August 2010. Here’s why you want to jump into the survey right now.
Seven Managed Services Blogs MSPmentor Didn’t Write: July 9
Posted July 10th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
Vacation is over… time to get back on the road for Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC10), HostingCon and the Avnet Partner Summit. But before I head to the airport, here are seven managed services blog entries MSPmentor didn’t have time to write for the week ending July 9, 2010.
MSPmentor 250: Survey Deadline Approaches
Posted July 7th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
Let’s pretend you want to build a Rolodex containing the world’s top managed services experts, coaches, entrepreneurs, sales pros, executives and community managers. Interested? Then please participate in our third-annual MSPmentor 250 Survey. Deadline for participation is July 23. We’ll follow-up with a free MSPmentor 250 report in August 2010. Here’s why you want to jump into the survey right now.
SMB Top 150? Thanks But You’ve Got the Wrong Influencer
Posted June 28th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
A few days ago, I received an email alert indicating that I’d been nominated for the SMB Top 150 — a survey that attempts to track the 150 most influential people (SMB Pros…) in the SMB market. I appreciate the nomination. But I have to respectfully decline the potential honor. Here’s why.
Who Are the World’s Top 250 Managed Services Experts?
Posted June 24th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
Let’s pretend you want to build a Rolodex containing the world’s top managed services experts, coaches, entrepreneurs, sales pros, executives and community managers. Interested? Then please participate in our third-annual MSPmentor 250 Survey. Here are some deeper details about the survey and the forthcoming MSPmentor 250 report, which will be free to all readers.
Australia: N-able’s Latest Managed Services Pitch
Posted June 17th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
The managed services land grab continues in Australia, where many North American software providers are reaching out to VARs and MSPs down under. The latest example involves N-able VP of Sales Mike Cullen (pictured) hosting an MSP event series in Australia. But this time around there could be growing competition from MSP software providers that were funded and launched in Australia and New Zealand. Here are the details.
MSPmentor 250: Top Managed Services Experts In Europe?
Posted June 16th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
As you may recall, our third-annual MSPmentor 250 Survey is now open for your participation. We’re striving to identify the world’s top managed services executives, experts, entrepreneurs, coaches and community developers. So far, 75 percent of the survey participants represent North America. But we’re striving for global diversity. If you know MSP gurus in Europe — perhaps you’re one of them — here’s how to participate.
MSPmentor 250: Third-annual Managed Services Survey Now Live
Posted June 10th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
It’s time for our third-annual MSPmentor 250 survey, which tracks the world’s top managed services experts, entrepreneurs and executives. Participation in the survey is free. But before you jump in, here’s how we’ve updated the survey for 2010. Read on.
Managed Services Experts Launch Merger & Acquisition Firm
Posted May 18th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
Three veterans of the managed services industry have launched Cogent Growth Partners, a consulting firm that assists MSPs with mergers, acquisitions and post-acquisition integration services. Cogent surfaces as M&A activity in the managed services industry seems to be accelerating. Here’s a look at the Cogent co-founders, and their business strategy.
Another Day, Another MSP Merger
Posted February 16th, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
Blink an eye and you may miss the latest managed services merger and acquisition news. This one involves Waypoint Solutions Group and Carolina Computer Network Solutions merging their businesses. And more deals are coming. Here’s an update.
Another Managed Service Provider Acquired
Posted December 14th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
For the third time in less than three weeks, a managed services-centric company has been acquired. This time the deal involves 7ticks, an MSPmentor 100 company that serves the financial services vertical. Here’s a look at the deal — and yes, the financial multiple — plus chatter about a big IT company that may also be looking to make a buy.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part V
Posted September 14th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part V of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). For those of you who haven’t been tracking the MSPmentor 250, here’s the back story.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part IV
Posted September 11th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part IV of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). For those of you who haven’t been tracking the MSPmentor 250, here’s the back story.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part III
Posted September 10th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part III of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). Feel free to use our MSPmentor 250 Center as a way to quickly build your Rolodex of managed services executives, entrepreneurs and experts across the globe. In case you’re not familiar with the MSPmentor 250 — why it exists, how it’s developed, etc. — here’s the back story.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part II
Posted September 9th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’ve just posted Part II of the MSPmentor 250 list and report (2009 Edition). Feel free to use our MSPmentor 250 Center as a way to quickly build your Rolodex of managed services executives, entrepreneurs and experts across the globe. You’ll also notice that our list includes links to each executive’s personal/corporate blog and Twitter feed (if available). Here’s some more info on how we pieced together the MSPmentor 250, and how it differs from our MSPmentor 100 research report.
MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition): Part I
Posted September 8th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
We’re rolling out the MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition) this week. The list and report identify the top managed services experts, entrepreneurs and executives in the managed services market. Visit our MSPmentor 250 center for a look at Part I of the MSPmentor 250 (2009 Edition). In this year’s edition, we’ve added links to each person’s Twitter feed and blog, where applicable. I’ll share more thoughts on the MSPmentor 250 soon.
MSPmentor 250: Coming September 8
Posted August 31st, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Update: We expect to publish the MSPmentor 250 report Tuesday, September 8. The report will cover the managed services industry’s top experts, entrepreneurs and executives from across the globe. This is our second-annual MSPmentor 250. You can find (A) last year’s MSPmentor 250 (B) this year’s list (when it debuts) and (C) more background on the MSPmentor 250 using the following link. Thanks to all of those who took the time to complete our nomination survey.
Last Call: MSPmentor 250 Nominations
Posted July 9th, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
Time is running out to submit nominations for our MSPmentor 250 survey — a comprehensive report that will highlight the world’s top managed services experts, executives and entrepreneurs. The deadline for survey submissions is Friday, July 10. Act now before you forget. Here’s some more background on the MSPmentor 250 and a link to the survey.
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