Sustainability, Innovation, and the Future of MSPs/MSSPs with Joe Panettieri

Cyber Talks

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Panettieri, Founder of Channel Angels, Sustainable Tech Partner, and Mentore Ventures, to discuss how Joe got his start as a communications intern at IBM, his approach to making cybersecurity communications clear and digestible, and the dynamic nature of the cybersecurity industry.

He also shares the lessons learned from supporting a wide array of cybersecurity stakeholders and his experience with ChannelE2E, focusing on business valuation maximization and provides an insider's view on the inception of the MSP 501 list, along with insights into the evolving relationship between service providers and CIOs/CISOs.

Key takeaways from the conversation include:

• The importance of clarity and customer understanding in cybersecurity communications.
• Business valuation in the MSP and MSSP sector is heavily influenced by evolving market trends and re-emerging technologies.
• MDR's increasing significance in the cybersecurity landscape and the essential questions CISOs/CIOs must ask of their service providers.
• The impact of Generative AI on the cybersecurity industry and the strategic advice for navigating its implications.
• The convergence of green IT and cybersecurity, highlighting the urgency for service providers to adopt sustainable practices.

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About Cyber Talks

From ransomware attacks to supply chain compromises, eSentire’s Cyber Talks podcast will delve into the world of the latest cyber threats that are impacting businesses globally. Join our team of security experts as we speak with C-level executives and security practitioners about the cyber risks affecting their business and how they’re addressing these challenges.

About eSentire

eSentire, Inc., the Authority in Managed Detection and Response (MDR), protects the critical data and applications of 2000+ organizations in 80+ countries, across 35 industries from known and unknown cyber threats by providing Exposure Management, Managed Detection and Response and Incident Response services designed to build an organization’s cyber resilience & prevent business disruption. Founded in 2001, eSentire protects the world’s most targeted organizations with 65% of its global base recognized as critical infrastructure, vital to economic health and stability. By combining open XDR platform technology, 24/7 threat hunting, and proven security operations leadership, eSentire's award-winning MDR services and team of experts help organizations anticipate, withstand and recover from cyberattacks. For more information, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.esentire.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@eSentire⁠⁠⁠⁠.