In this episode, Eric sits down with civil rights activist and award-winning journalist Charlayne Hunter-Gault. They discuss her childhood - from being born in South Carolina during segregation, moving frequently as her father was an army chaplain but spending most of her time in Atlanta. Her early education and the values that were instilled in he…

In this episode, Eric sits down with pioneering video artist, performing artist and painter Anthony Ramos. They discuss his background - being raised in Providence, Rhode Island and tracing his ancestor’s journey to America from Cape Verde. How he discovered his love for making art at a young age and how his mother and father encouraged his interes…

In this episode, Eric sits down with Dr. Makeda Best — deputy director of Curatorial Affairs at the Oakland Museum of California…! She shares how; at a young age became interested in photography… Early exposures and experiences that drew her to studying studio photography at CalArts, to eventually leading her to become a photography historian. How …

In this episode, Eric sits down with scholar, author & curator Dr. Ethelene Whitmire. They discuss her educational journey, her passion for libraries and working in the library field as a professor of Library Science and getting the resources to the public. How she became attracted to the art field. Having the opportunity of going to England to stu…

In this episode, Eric sits down with the talented artist Sam Pace..! They discuss his early life; having been born in Texas but raised in California and his adventures as a young man. How he first discovered his artistic talent… his educational journey, cultivating his artistic abilities and the mentors he’s had along the way from William Pajaud, t…

In this episode, Eric sits down with award winning actress, director and art patron Phylicia Rashad. They discuss her experience of growing up in Houston, Texas during legal segregation, travels with her Family as a young girl. Her early exposure to art through her mother’s many interests and love for art. Her experience of studying Theater at Howa…

In this episode, Eric sits down with philanthropist, entrepreneur and patron of the arts… Bernard Kinsey. They discuss his early life; having been raised in a middle class family in West Palm Beach, Florida. The loving environment that fostered him and instilled in him strong values. His experience of growing-up in a segregated state, attending Flo…

In this episode, Eric sits down with actress, filmmaker & artist Angela Robinson Witherspoon. They discuss her early exposure to art and her experience of living in the Netherlands as young girl. How she followed her heart to live a life in the arts. Studying art, taking jobs where she used her artistic abilities, being a model in New York City, to…

Our guest this episode is Aaron Hibbard, Solution Architect with Veeam's Technical Programs group. We discuss the Veeam Ready program, and how partners can use it to help with component selection when designing solutions, and how vendors can get their solutions verified in the Veeam Ready program. Lots of great info to help with your customer solut…

In this episode, Eric sits down with talented and celebrated artist, illustrator and author… Kadir Nelson! They discuss how he first discovered his artistic inclination and how it had been fostered from an early age; having been mentored by artist and art teacher Michael Morris; his uncle. His educational journey in art — having received a scholars…

In this episode, Eric sits down with the talented and accomplished singer, songwriter, filmmaker, author, lecturer and photographer... Byron Motley. They discuss his early years; being raised in Kansas Missouri, his early exposure to music and singing and the love that he developed for performance -- to eventually having a musical career, working o…

Jason Buffington joins the podcast to discuss the newly released Veeam Ransomware Trends Report for 2024. He offers some great insights that partners can use immediately to start conversations with customers, and some great ideas for services to help keep the attackers at bay. A can't miss episode for sure!…

Our guest this episode is Chris Reily, Director of Systems Engineering at ExaGrid. We discsuss how the ExaGrid solution works, the security and ransomware protections the solutions provide, and how partners can win deals and make money selling Veeam and ExaGrid together.

Jason Buffington, VP of Market Strategy for Veeam, joins the podcast to discuss the new Data Protection Trends Report for 2024. Jason offers tons of insight into the findings and provides some great ideas around how to use the report when prospecting or when trying to help customers sell solutions up the management chain. Whether you're in a sales …

Joining the podcast this episode is Jon Belcher, Veeam's Senior Director for US Channel Sales. We discuss recent changes to Veeam's channel model in the US, and how these changes will benefit partners of all sizes. Lots of valuable on the state of the Veeam partner program in this episode!

Joining the podcast this episode is Mark Brunstad, the Global Customer Success and Enablement Director for Veeam. We discuss the vision for Veeam education moving forward, and how it impacts partners. A great conversation with terrific insights into where Veeam is headed with training and certification!…

This episode's guest Edwin Weijdema, EMEA Field CTO at Veeam, joins us to discuss security in Veeam solutions, especially as it relates to the upcoming 23H2 release. If you want to know more about Veeam's security story, this is the episode for you!

Jeanne Krull , Sr. Director of Public Cloud Solutions at Veeam is our guest to talk about Veeam's exciting new acquisition, Cirrus. Learn how the new offering works, how to present it to customers, and how to sell it using multiple methods. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested selling Veeam's new first-party BaaS offering.…

In this episode, Eric sits down with the talented and celebrated artist Bernard Stanley Hoyes. They discuss his experience of growing up in Jamaica and discovering his passion for art. Working in carpentry, to transitioning into sculpture and painting. His unique upbringing and exposure to the Revival culture and spirituality… moving to the United …

In this episode, Eric sits down with AAA certified art appraiser, friend and colleague… Pamela Brown. They discuss her educational background and her love of history, research and learning… especially related to African American culture. How she first became interested and exposed to the arts including new and emerging artists. Her educational back…

Drew Schwartz, one of the architects of our Americas Hands-On Labs (HOL) and a member of the channel team at Veeam, joins me to discuss the evolution of the HOL program, and how partners can leverage it to create opportunities and shorten sales cycles. Great info for sales and SE's in ths one!

In this episode, Eric sits down with renowned author Peter J. Harris. They discuss his early beginnings; from having been born in Washington D.C, studying journalism at Howard University to eventually pursuing a career as a writer. They discuss his personal life and how he first developed an interest in poetry — meeting influential artists and mast…

In this episode, Eric sits down with Executive Director of the nonprofit Museum of African American Art in Los Angeles; Keasha Dumas Heath. They discuss her passion for storytelling, affinity for poetry and the interconnectivity of the arts. The history and legacy of the museum, including the founder Dr. Samella Lewis… the role that MAAA has played…

Madalina Cristil, Senior Community Analyst at Veeam, joins us this episode to talk about the Veeam Community, including Veeam Vanguard, Veeam Legends and VeeaMVPs. Find out the benefits of being involved in the community and how it can help grow your partnership.

In this episode, Eric sits down with author, media personality and art collector; Alvin Hall. They discuss his early beginnings — growing up in Florida during the Jim Crow era, his educational journey and early exposures to art. The artists who inspired him and helped cultivate his knowledge and appreciation for the artistic process. How he began c…

In this episode, Eric sits down with acclaimed artist Kenneth Gatewood. They discuss the role that his parents played in encouraging him to pursue art and his early beginnings as an artist. Growing up in South Central LA and the artists that influenced him. Being an artist, managing himself and the importance of presentation. Gatewood’s artistic pr…

Michael Cade, Veeam Global Field CTO for Cloud Native Solutions, joins us to discuss containers, Kubernetes and K10 by Kasten. We cover why partners should be interested in this conversation, and who you should be talking to when prospecting. Some good advice around getting started in the world of K8s is shared as well.…

In this episode, Eric sits down with artist, curator and professor; Jamaal Sheats. They discuss his background — growing up in Nashville, Tennessee, his interest in the arts, his educational background, attending Fisk University and ultimately ending up at Fisk University as a faculty member! Sheats sheds light on how at first he ‘ran’ from the art…

In this episode, Eric sits down with the talented Christen Austin; California native visual artist. They discuss her early exposures to art, artistic influences and how her Mother is also an artist. She sheds light on her educational background, studying Biology, how it lends to her artistic approach. How she transitioned into becoming a full-time …

In this episode, Eric sits down with the talented artist Aiseborn at the Museum of African American Art at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza in Los Angeles. They discuss how he first began making art that included drawing from comic books, magazines, tv shows and super hero characters to eventually developing into an exhibiting. The various media he…

Yes, there is an Object Storage solution built specifically for Veeam, but it isn't by Veeam. In this episode, Matt Price and Anthony Cusimano from Object First discuss why partners should be teaming with Object First for on-prem object storage for backup and recovery solutions. If you want to know what OOTBI is, you'll have to listen!…

In this episode, Eric sits down with Lauren Cross, Ph.D Gail-Oxford Associate Curator of American Decorative Arts at The Huntington. They discuss how she was encouraged to express herself artistically as a young girl and that she comes from a creative family. Her educational journey; interdisciplinary studio art background including photography, di…

African American art specialist and owner of the renowned M. Hanks Gallery; Eric Hanks — offers his perspective on African American art through in-depth conversations with fellow art enthusiasts… on the past, present & future of African American art. For more visit: www.ericsperspective.com African American art specialist and owner of the renowned …

On this episode, Jason Buffington and Dave Russell join me to discuss Veeam's 2023 edition of the Data Protection Report. We review how partners can use it to gain insights into customer buying trends, and how to better engage with prospects and existing customers.

Joining me on this episode are Chris Sprague, Field Solutions Architect, and Zane Allyn, Principal Technologist at Pure Storage. We discuss how Veeam and Pure work together, and why partners should be looking into selling solutions based on this "better together" story.

Joining me this episode are members of our Product Strategy team to discuss their favorite features in version 12 of our flagship product, Veeam Backup and Replication, and in VeeamONE. Some great insights and some cool Easter Eggs (I know that's not Valentine's Day related) are shared.

Brock Bruner and Joe Ghio of the Veeam channel team join me to offer thoughts and insights from our recently completed sales kickoff, Veeam Launchpad 2023, and what it means for partners.

Drew Schlussel, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Wasabi joins us this episode to discuss cloud object storage, and the ways that the use of it are changing in VBR v12. Learn why Wasabi is a great option for public cloud storage and for Veeam solutions.

In this episode, Eric sits down with Los Angeles based Postwar & Contemporary sculptor Charles Dickson. They discuss his first exposure to art, how he was specifically drawn to carving at a very young age to, eventually become a child prodigy.. his educational path, involvement in various organizations and the great artists who inspired and mentore…

In this episode, Eric speaks with artist, actor & singer; Suesan Stovall. They discuss how she first became exposed to the arts and artists and the role her family played in surrounding her with art and immersing her into the art world. They discuss her artistic journey -- beginning with acting and the performing arts; her training and education an…

Van "The Vanimal" Flowers joins me to discuss object storage with Cloudian and Veeam, why we need to stop thinking of object storage as cloud storage, and how to win bigger with Veeam and Cloudian.

In this episode, Eric speaks with artist and educator La Monte Westmoreland. They discuss his experience of growing up in Wisconsin, his early exposure to art and what lead him to move to Los Angeles.. his educational background, to serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam war and what eventually lead him into an impressive career as an art e…

In this episode, Eric speaks with Sandra Jackson-Dumont — director and CEO of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. They discuss her experience of growing up in San Francisco, her initial exposure and relationship to art.. her academic journey and what eventually lead her into a career path in the art and museum world. Her distinctly creative approach…

In this episode, in this episode, Eric sits down with rapper, producer, songwriter, entrepreneur, activist and founder of Think Watts... STIX aka "Watts Stix"! They discuss his family history and how they first settled in Watts, California and the impactful cultural figures that have emerged from the region throughout history. How he first began ma…

On this episode Ken Lu, Veeam SE Director for Regional Focus Partners, joins us to discuss our Technical Partner Advisory Council; what is it, who is on it, what it provides to Veeam, our partners and our customers.

In this episode, Eric sits down with accomplished musician, composer, essayist and abstract artist Todd Cochran. They discuss how he was born in San Francisco and raised in a household of deep love for the arts; filled with music and conversations about art and culture. Growing up in the Lakeview district; a largely Black but racially mixed neighbo…

In this episode, Eric sits down with the legendary artist Artis Lane… where they discuss her life as a young girl having emigrated from Canada to Michigan and formative experiences she had that later informed her artwork. They discuss her travels as a young adult to South Africa and exposure to apartheid.. Her prolific and celebrated artistic caree…

In this episode, Eric sits down with multidisciplinary artist and activist Yrneh Gabon who opens up about growing up in Jamaica, how his passion for art and expression grew, studying art, music and theatre as a young boy.. to eventually competing in national competitions, leaving school and entering the professional world of filmmaking, art and per…

In this episode, Eric speaks with artist, gallerist, teacher & advocate Alonzo Davis; where they discuss Davis’ childhood; growing up in a community of educators near Tuskeege University campus in Alabama, to moving to Los Angeles as a teen… his education in the arts and a life changing road trip that he took with is brother, Dale where they visite…

In this episode Eric sits down with the wonderful author Lynne Thompson where they discuss her childhood, family roots and fascination with African American history. How she transitioned from being a lawyer, to eventually following her dream to write and become a poet. They discuss how Thompson was recently appointed Poet Laureate for the City of L…