EChannelNews Podcast
IT and Cybersecurity news geared towards people involved in the IT industry including vendors, VARs, MSPs, MSSPs, SOCs, NOCs, Resellers, and other industry professionals. Our topics cover industry news, partner programs, cybersecurity, AI and more.
Episodes
Brendan Conlon, Global Director of Supply Chain Defense at BlueVoyant, presented the company’s multifaceted approach to cybersecurity, highlighting the critical importance of supply chain security in an era where organizations increasingly depend on third-party vendors. He noted that many companies struggle to manage these dependencies effectively, often relying on spreadsheets, which can impede their security efforts...
Speaker: Omry Farajun, President, Storage Guardian
Omry spoke about the critical cybersecurity strategies for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), emphasizing the necessity of documentation and incident response plans. He highlighted the creation of incident response runbooks aligned with the NIST 2.0 framework to ensure effective incident management. The importance of conducting tabletop exercises was stressed, particula...
Special Guest: Rich Dean, Senior Director of Product Management, Syncro
Richard highlighted Microsoft’s role in the cybersecurity sector, particularly through their MCP servers that enable small and medium businesses to leverage AI effectively. He emphasized the importance of multi-factor authentication (MFA) in preventing cyber attacks while acknowledging that human behavior remains a significant vulnerability. He als...
Presenters: Evgeniy Kharam, Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Podcaster | Visionary | Speaker |
Nim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker
Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation
Adam Bennett, Co-Founde...
Guest: Alain Cormier, CEO, Novipro, a well-established Canadian IT solutions provider, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.
Alain provided an overview of the company’s extensive experience in the technology sector, highlighting its role as a solution provider and integrator for both small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and large enterprises. He introduced a recent IT trends report that reflects the company’s dedicati...
Sase Janki, CEO of J-SAS, talked about the challenges organizations face regarding cybersecurity protection and compliance. He identified three major pain points: the fragmentation caused by multiple tools complicating compliance efforts, audit hesitancy stemming from uncertainty about compliance status, and the complexity and cost of traditional Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools that deter smaller organiza...
Speaker: Omry Farajun, President, Storage Guardian
Omry spoke about the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the importance of personal relationships in the managed service provider (MSP) sector. He highlighted the need for MSPs to pivot from traditional backup and disaster recovery services to cybersecurity solutions, emphasizing the significance of integrating platforms and maintaining effective communication duri...
Fraud fatigue sets in even as Canadians face more personalized scams.
Geoff Morton, Senior Director, Fraud Strategy at RBC, discussed new poll data about the rise in targeted scams and how Canadians are feeling about the steps they must take to help protect themselves against fraud.
Geoff highlighted a shift in fraud strategies, where criminals are increasingly targeting clients directly rather than banks, prompting RB...
Guest: Marty Sprinzen, Founder and CEO of Vantiq
Julian and Marty explored current trends in AI, particularly generative AI, and its potential to automate processes in real-time. Marty emphasized Vantiq’s mission to enhance disaster response by merging data from diverse sources, which can provide actionable recommendations to first responders during emergencies. The dialogue highlighted the critical role of technology ...
Presenters: Evgeniy Kharam, Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Podcaster | Visionary | Speaker |
Nim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker
Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation
Adam Bennett, Co-Founde...
Manuj Aggarwal, Founder of TetraNoodle Technologies, addressed the growing interest in AI among Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and the urgency for them to adopt AI technologies. He shared his recent achievement of having a scientific paper on AI adoption accepted by the Mensa Foundation Journal, which aims to provide a structured approach based on real-world experiences.
The conversation also delved into the transfor...
Special Guest: Rich Dean, Senior Director of Product Management, Syncro
Rich talked about his role at Syncro, particularly in the context of the company’s upcoming launch and its strategic shift towards becoming a Microsoft-centric independent software vendor (ISV).
Rich also addressed the challenges faced by MSPs, particularly the need for modernization in Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) and Professional Service...
Ryan Devers, VP Product Strategy of J-SAS, discussed the challenges and opportunities for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in Canada regarding compliance. He highlighted that many Canadian companies are not prioritizing compliance, presenting a significant opportunity for MSPs to educate their clients. He emphasized the flexibility of ProtechSuite in addressing various compliance frameworks, such as SOC 2 and ISO 2700...
Presenters: Evgeniy Kharam, Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Podcaster | Visionary | Speaker |
Nim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker
Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation
The Cybersecurity Defense Ec...
Special Guest: Dee Zepf, Chief Product Officer, Syncro
In this dicsussion, Dee talked about the evolving landscape of Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) and its implications for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). She emphasized the critical juncture RMM is at, highlighting how MSPs are adapting their traditional tools to incorporate new solutions, particularly in light of advancements in AI. She addressed the comple...
Special Guest: Michael George, CEO, Syncro
In this interview, Michael discussed the industry’s evolution/back and forth of platform vs. point solutions – how and why that has evolved over time and where it’s heading.
He talked about the profitability challenges faced by Managed Service Providers (MSPs), which typically range from 10-20%. He highlighted the increasing pressures on technicians due to compliance and cyber...
Guests: Likky Lavji and Beata Jirava
The conversation focused on the overwhelming challenges individuals face today, including economic pressures, with Likky emphasizing the importance of managing perceptions in a changing environment.
Beata shared her personal journey from a communist upbringing to becoming a strategic consultant and founding the Integrity Wellness Clinic, which addresses mental health needs exacerbate...
Guest: Dave Gerry, CEO of Bugcrowd
Dave is no stranger to navigating major transitions. After joining Bugcrowd as COO in 2022 and quickly stepping into the CEO role, he led the company through a management shakeup, restructured teams, and spearheaded a strategy that resulted in $102 million in funding—all within 18 months.
In this discussion, Dave shared insights from his experience at the company. He highlighted the im...
Guest: Michael Contento, Managing Partner at F12, a trusted provider of cyber security and managed IT services for Canada’s essential businesses.
The discussion centered on the importance of establishing a robust business framework for entrepreneurs to improve their outcomes and overall satisfaction. As many business owners focus solely on sales without a strategic approach, Michael emphasized the necessity of working...
With Likky Lavji and Beata Jirava of Dante Group
The discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities within the managed service provider (MSP) sector, particularly in light of external pressures such as tariffs and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Likky shared his experience of adapting his business during the pandemic, while Beata emphasized the importance of self-sustainability and recalibrating pr...
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