ASCII Edge 2025: Insights from Jerry Koutavas (EP 792)


Author: Marvin Bee April 1, 2025 Duration: 15:22
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ASCII Edge 2025: Insights from Jerry Koutavas (EP 792)

Jerry Koutavas, President of ASCII, joins Uncle Marv live from the 2025 ASCII Edge event in Orlando to discuss how ASCII is empowering MSPs to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry. He highlights updates to the member portal, the unique value of peer-to-peer collaboration, and how ASCII helps members stay ahead of industry trends. The conversation also touches on critical topics like mental health in IT and strategies for navigating mergers and acquisitions.

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