In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Alex Stanton, a seasoned entrepreneur and industry innovator, to explore his remarkable journey from a teenage web developer to the founder of one of the largest MSPs in the Inland Northwest. Alex shares candid insights on scaling a business, navigating industry shifts, and the lessons learned while building a legacy in IT.

We dive into the challenges MSPs face today, from rising cyber insurance costs to the evolving expectations of tech-savvy clients. Alex offers his perspective on how MSPs can move beyond commoditized services to become strategic partners for their clients. Plus, he introduces his latest venture, Think Purple, and its mission to solve organizational challenges through human-centric digital transformation.

Whether you’re an MSP owner navigating growth, a tech leader seeking inspiration, or simply curious about the future of IT, this episode is packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking ideas.

'Now that's it: Stories of MSP Success,' dives into the journeys of some of the trailblazers in our industry to find out how they used their passion for technology to help turn Managed Services into the thriving sector it is today.

Every episode is packed with the valuable insights, practical strategies, and inspiring anecdotes that lead our guests to the transformative moment when they knew….. Now, that's it.

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