Welcome to a brand new episode of The Digital Trust Podcast! Join host, Christian Redshaw, as he engages in an in-depth discussion with Derek Collins, Vice President of Channel Sales at Thrive, a leading managed services provider specializing in cybersecurity, cloud services, and IT support, based in Boston, Massachusetts.

In this episode, Christian and Derek discuss:

1. Types and levels of stress IT leaders and their teams face.
2. Misconceptions about IT professionals.
3. Insights into IT budget discussions.
4. Guidance on finding a suitable IT Managed Service Provider (MSP), including:
   1. Identifying red flags with current providers.
   2. Navigating the vast number of MSPs.
   3. Mitigating common pain points during the switching process.
5. The role of cybersecurity in building trust with customers and partners.
6. Advice for IT leaders on communicating cybersecurity risks and solutions to non-technical stakeholders.

Don’t miss this engaging episode packed with valuable insights for IT and cybersecurity professionals.