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I knew I wanted to cover the advances made (and challenges still faced) by women in the channel and across IT. I also knew I didn't want to write a fluffy piece about empowerment and then never engage women again. So, here's the first piece in an ongoing commitment that Channel Insider will always be a champion for all channel voices and perspectives, especially from women, people of color, and other people still left out of too many conversations. All my thanks to Nancy Ridge, Jo Peterson, Rachel Turkus, and Mayka Rosales-Peterson for sharing their time and insights with me this month as I covered the incredible work Cloud Girls and the Alliance of Channel Women do. Read the full story:

?? How Can Mid-Market Businesses Navigate a Resilient Cloud Journey? On the latest episode of Channel Insider: Partner POV, host Katie Bavoso sat down with Robbie Morrison, CEO of Velosio, to explore how businesses are navigating digital transformation, cloud migration, and the AI revolution during economically uncertain times. ?????? ?? Key insights from the conversation: ?? The surprising role of IT in modern horticulture (yes, really!) ?? ?? Why CFOs & CROs—not just IT leaders—are driving cloud and AI adoption ?? How Velosio helps mid-market companies cut costs, improve efficiency, and future-proof operations ?? The truth about cloud vs. on-prem (and how businesses should decide what's right for their needs) ?? A real-world customer success story on breaking down data silos for growth ?? If you're in tech, cloud services, finance, or business leadership, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! ?? Watch on Channel Insider below, or on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eu9WrEpM ?? Listen to the podcast: https://lnkd.in/e7WvxUU6 #Cloud #DigitalTransformation #AI #BusinessGrowth #Microsoft #MidMarket #ChannelInsider #PartnerPOV #Velosio #ERP #Leadership #TechTrends

Last week I had the chance to meet Keith Palumbo and learn a little more about why Auguria, Inc. is so focused on developing mutual success with channel partners. Learn more about Auguria's take on what security teams need from their tools and how the start-up enables next-gen approaches to event data:

Nerdio today announced a new Series C funding round which officially values the business at over $1 billion. “Nerdio is enabling the transition of virtualization to the cloud and is delivering immediate and measurable value to organizations struggling with cloud complexity,” said Aaron Goldman, the managing director and head of enterprise technology at General Atlantic, which led the funding. “The team’s ability to combine technical innovation with ease of use has resulted in remarkable customer loyalty and growth.” Read the full story to learn what Nerdio says it plans to do with the support and more:

The newly-rebranded XTIUM (a member of our 2025 HSP 250 list) says it remains committed to flexible, high-touch support of its vast client base. The MSP is also focused on enablement through the following pillars: ?? AI readiness ?? Premium security, including MDR ?? Direct access to experts ?? Proactive optimization across IT Read the full story from Jordan Smith ??

Security vendor IRONSCALES is already heavily invested in the channel, and its new sales leader wants to go even further. Brian Thomas spoke with Victoria Durgin to share his goals and priorities as he joins the team as its new VP of Global MSP Sales. “I think since the beginning IRONSCALES has had a really interesting story, and I was excited to join the team because we have a real opportunity to support MSPs with all that we provide,” Thomas said. Read the full story ??

ICYMI: Keepit recently released its report “Intelligent data governance:?Why taking control of your data is key for operational continuity and innovation.” The research offers insight and analysis on how best to approach data governance and security as AI demand continues to grow. “Data is the foundation of innovation and preparedness. By focusing on data governance, CISOs and CIOs will lay the groundwork to effectively manage and grow their modern, data-driven enterprises,” said Kim Larsen, CISO at Keepit. Read the full story ??

Effective March 18, Lip-Bu Tan will take over as the new CEO of Intel Corporation, succeeding Co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus. Tan brings more than 20 years of #semiconductor and #software experience to the role. Read everything we know on Channel Insider below ??

?? Our second-annual HSP250 recognition list is LIVE! Our awardees must succeed in the following for inclusion on the list: ?? Maintain advanced practices around existing technology areas like infrastructure, security, and productivity solutions ?? Expand into next-generation technologies and services such as AI and IoT implementation, application modernization, and more ?? Drive technology adoption and successful business outcomes for their clients Check out all 250 providers on the 2025 HSP List ?? https://lnkd.in/eEcpkn4A

"When the actual event happens, it's too late to go figure all these things out, " says Mike Fuhrman, CEO of managed security services provider Omega Systems. Not all MSPs are MSSPs. So, what's the difference and why does it matter? Mike explains the three key things customer businesses should find out before taking on a third party cybersecurity partner. ?? Check the comments for links ?? ?? to watch or listen to the full Channel Insider: Partner POV interview! #MSP #MSSP #IT #ITchannel #ManagedServices #Cybersecurity #ChannelInsider #PartnerPOV