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Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Podcast Episode 14: PR Videos
Presenter: Thomas Cross During this podcast, Julian and Tom Cross discussed various topics related to AI, short form videos, and content strategy. They emphasized the potential of AI to revolutionize skill sets and knowledge transfer, particularly for the older generation, and stressed the importance of experience and wisdom. They [...]
Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Podcast Episode 13: Vendor Masterminds
Presenter: Randal Wark Julian Lee and Randal discussed the concept of vendor mastermind peer groups. They proposed three types of groups: regular peer groups, sponsored peer groups, and focus groups, each offering unique opportunities for vendors to engage with MSPs. The team discussed the potential benefits of these groups, [...]
Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem Podcast Episode 12: Coaching Platform
Presenter: Kathryn Rose, Founder, channelwise Kathryn Rose, explained the Channelwise platform’s unique features, such as the ability to engage with experts without sharing personal information, the option for private expert networks within the system, and the platform’s openness to allow vendors to showcase their own group of experts. Julian and [...]
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