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PitchIT 2026 Finalists Revealed (EP 1078)

PitchIT 2026 Finalists Revealed (EP 1078)

Author: Marvin Bee September 10, 2026 Duration: 22:41
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)
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Sean Lardo, better known around the channel as Mr. IT Nation, joined me for a special conversation following the announcement of the IT Nation PitchIT 2026 finalists: Lemhi, Synthreo, and Blacksmith InfoSec. After a 16-week competitive cohort built around coaching, refinement, and practice, these three companies are now preparing to take the stage at IT Nation Connect Global in Orlando.

=== Chapters

  • 00:23 PitchIT 2026 Finalists Announcement
  • 01:47 Meet Sean Lardo of IT Nation
  • 03:07 Behind the PitchIT Finalist Reveal
  • 06:01 How PitchIT Vendors Refine Their Message
  • 08:40 Uncle Marv’s PitchIT Rankings and Prize Debate
  • 11:12 MSP Feedback on PitchIT Vendor Interviews
  • 13:22 Preparing Vendors for Real Sales Conversations
  • 14:14 The Best Questions MSPs Should Ask Vendors
  • 17:04 Evaluating Vendor Fit Beyond Price
  • 19:12 What to Expect at PitchIT Orlando
  • 21:09 Finalist Congratulations and IT Nation Connect Closing

=== Guest: Sean Lardo, ConnectWise / The IT Nation

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Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) by Marvin Bee is where managed service providers and IT professionals come for straight, practical guidance. This podcast dives into the real-world challenges of running and growing an IT services business - from pricing and packaging to sales, operations, and client management. Each episode features conversations with seasoned IT pros who share hard-earned lessons, proven strategies, and honest stories from the field. Whether youre just starting your MSP or looking to streamline and scale, youll find actionable tips you can apply right away. Listen episodes to stay ahead of industry trends, avoid common pitfalls, and sharpen both your technical and business skills. This podcast is your ongoing companion for building a stronger, smarter, and more profitable IT business in a fast-changing tech landscape.
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