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It's National Cat Day! 🐈⬛ Yes, apparently that's a thing. In honor of Cat Day, here are our cats, Luke and Leia. Fun fact: they came home from the cat rescue as Anna and Elsa, then two weeks later came home from the vet as Luke and Leia. Turns out we needed a spay and a neuter instead of 2 spays 😅 To make this a fun crossover post for #cybersecurity awareness month, I'll point out that none of my passwords -- or answers to recovery questions -- involve our pets' names. I use a #passwordmanager to generate secure, pseudorandom passwords. Because of that, I'm comfortable posting the names and types of our pets publicly. How are you keeping yourself secure? #NationalCatDay #CybersecurityAwarnessMonth

🚨 On National First Responders Day, I want to draw a parallel that might surprise you: the shared DNA between First Responders and Managed Service Providers. 🚑 👨🚒 👮♀️ Like EMTs, firefighters, and police officers, MSPs are the unsung heroes who spring into action when disaster strikes. You're not saving lives in the traditional sense, but you stand as the first line of defense protecting your client's digital lifeline. 💻 Consider the parallels: 🚑 First Responders arrive within minutes of a 911 call. MSPs respond 24/7 to cyber emergencies. ⚕️ Paramedics stabilize critical patients. MSPs stabilize critical systems during outages. 🚒 Firefighters prevent disasters from spreading. MSPs contain security breaches before they cascade. 🚔 Law enforcement secures physical assets. MSPs secure digital assets. To all First Responders: Thank you for putting your lives on the line every day. You inspire us to bring the same dedication, rapid response, and unwavering commitment to our mission of keeping businesses safe and operational. 🙏 To all MSPs: Please continue embracing this first responder mindset. Every minute of downtime costs thousands. Your role matters more than ever. 🛡️ #NationalFirstRespondersDay #ManagedServices #MSP #Cybersecurity #TechnologyHeroes #FirstResponders 🦸♂️

🔥 The IT Nation #Connect is NEXT WEEK and it’s shaping up to be an epic event! Between Tony Hawk’s keynote, parties with Flo Rida and Stone Temple Pilots, and countless opportunities to grow your #MSP business, you need to be there! 🎤🎶 The education tracks will give you the tools you need to forge stronger services, sharpen your security, and hammer out compliance headaches. 💡 And speaking of fortifying your #MSP, come by the Blacksmith InfoSec booth to see how we can help you craft a more secure and profitable future. We’re all about reducing risks and building security programs that last. Ready to make your mark? Let’s connect and take your security and compliance to the next level. #MSSP #ITNConnect #MSPConference #SecureSimplifySucceed

Hot off the press! (or should we say, out of the forge?!)🔥 We'll have copies at our booth at The IT Nation #Connect November 6-8 - swing by to learn more and grab your copy. 📖 Can't wait that long? Download the e-book from our website today! Why should you care? So much of security 🔐 and compliance is sold on Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD). But it doesn't have to be that way! We've written the playbook for an #MSP to sell on value and opportunity, creating deeper trust with your clients and ensuring a more profitable 💰 future for yourself. #MSP #MSSP #MSPConference #ITNConnect24 #SimplifySecureSucceed

Hot off the press! (or should we say, out of the forge?!)🔥 We'll have copies at our booth at The IT Nation #Connect November 6-8 - swing by to learn more and grab your copy. 📖 Can't wait that long? Download the e-book from our website today! Why should you care? So much of security 🔐 and compliance is sold on Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD). But it doesn't have to be that way! We've written the playbook for an #MSP to sell on value and opportunity, creating deeper trust with your clients and ensuring a more profitable 💰 future for yourself. #MSP #MSSP #MSPConference #ITNConnect24 #SimplifySecureSucceed

[Cybersecurity Awareness Month + Small Business Friday] 🔒 Small Business, Big Cybersecurity Risks: Are You Prepared? 🔒 Small businesses are prime targets for cyberattacks, but many aren’t fully protected. Cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complicated or costly! Start by: 1️⃣ Enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) 2️⃣ Using strong, unique passwords 3️⃣ Backing up data regularly Protecting your business today could save you from costly breaches tomorrow. #SmallBusiness #Cybersecurity #DataProtection #CyberEssentials #StaySecure

What can legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk 🛹 teach an #MSP about IT, Security, and Compliance? Honestly, I have no idea, but I sure can't wait to find out! If you're like me, don't miss out on Tony's #MSPConference keynote at The IT Nation #Connect. And hey, while you're there, come check out how Blacksmith InfoSec can help you can help you grind down your #security risks, kickflip through #compliance challenges, and shred the competition. We’ve got the tricks to keep your MSP riding smooth—no wipeouts here! #MSSP #ITNConnect #StaySecure

Flo Rida is taking over Orlando 🌴 at the #MSP Community Block Party Orlando on November 6th! An epic concert, karaoke 🎤, food & drinks 🍹, and so much more fun is to be had at this incredible channel event. You don’t want to miss this! Register here today https://hubs.li/Q02Vqv500 #ITNConnect #MSPConference #MSSP

We are so pumped 💪 for The IT Nation #Connect starting in just TWO WEEKS! 📆 Are you going to be there, too? Stop by our startup booth 🏁🛡️ to learn how you can increase trust with your clients, grow new revenue streams 💰📈, and maximize your profits with Blacksmith's Compliance as a Service platform. 🚀💼 #ITNation #MSP #MSPConference #Compliance #MSSP #ITNConnect

📣 ATTENTION #MSPS! 📣 Are you attending The IT Nation #Connect in Orlando? 🌴 Then mark your calendars 📅 for November 6th for the hottest party Florida has ever seen. Karaoke 🎤, games, and of course...a free concert by Flo Rida! This is going to be a night you’ll never forget. Skip the line and register here today: https://lnkd.in/eu52-rcq #MSP #ITNConnect #MSPConference #MSSP #MSPI #BlockParty Alec Stanners George Bardissi Jennifer Morrison Robin Miller Pete Busam