Bluewave Technology Group

We want to thank all the clients and suppliers who joined us at the Golf & Learn event at Virginia Beach National Golf Club! The highlight of the day was our captivating discussion, Cybersecurity: Real Tales from the Dark Side, moderated by Robert Schweiss. It was a great session with real-world insights and invaluable connections with experts from Bluewave Technology Group, 11:11 Systems, Telesystem, and Jon Sargent, MBA. A special shoutout to our sponsors for making this event possible and supporting our shared mission of advancing cybersecurity awareness and resilience. We look forward to more opportunities to learn and grow together. Thank you all for being a part of this experience! ⛳️ Angie Hollis Martindale Salwa Scarpone Sumera Riaz Paul Starkey, MBA Mac McClenathan Ira Feuerstein

Big congratulations to Salwa Scarpone, our Highest Wave Award winner for October! 🌊🎉 Salwa’s commitment to supporting our team’s success and celebrating each achievement shines through in everything she does. Her teammates describe her as: - Dedicated and driven in every task - Exceptionally organized and proactive - Always focused on delivering exceptional client experiences - A true problem-solver who brings creativity to each project Thank you, Salwa, for being an exceptional team player. We’re so lucky to have you with us! 💙 #EmployeeOfTheMonth #HighestWave #TeamBluewave #Excellence

🌊 High Tide Honor: Celebrating Kelly Wasko from Nitel! 🌊 Congratulations to Kelly for earning this month’s High Tide Honor at Bluewave Technology Group! 👏 Kelly’s responsiveness and commitment to follow-through are unmatched. She consistently picks up requests quickly and escalates them to the right team members, ensuring no task is left behind. Kelly has also been instrumental in our data cleanup project, providing every detail we've needed and continuously following up without skipping a beat. Her dedication makes a huge difference! Thank you, Kelly, for being such a valuable partner and for always going the extra mile! 🌟 #HighTideHonor #Teamwork #Partnership #TeamBluewave #Nitel Paul Starkey, MBA

Nothing beats a great tumbler—and an even greater view! 🌄 Richard Wilson, former owner of Helm Partners and now Managing Partner at Bluewave Technology Group, reached new heights at 17,000 feet on top of Rainbow Mountain and from the summit of Huayna Picchu, overlooking the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu in Peru! #TeamBluewave #LeadershipInAction

🚀 Is Your Business SASE? 🌐 In his latest blog post, Robert Schweiss, Bluewave Technology Group’s Solution Advisor, explores the evolution of IT networks and the transformative power of SASE (Secure Access Service Edge). This blog dives into how SASE combines essential technologies like SD-WAN, SWG, ZTNA, and FWaaS to create a comprehensive, secure network environment—critical for today’s remote work landscape. 🔒 Discover how SASE can mitigate risks, protect your data, and simplify your technology ecosystem. Read the full blog here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eY5zZfMA #SASE #Cybersecurity #Networking #Bluewave #DigitalTransformation

#TeamBluewave had a fantastic evening at the picturesque Bishop's Post in St. Louis, where we enjoyed a great night of networking and client appreciation. We want to sincerely thank everyone who joined us and express our gratitude to our event sponsors—CBTS, Comcast Business, NICE, and TierPoint—for their support in making the event a success! Salwa Scarpone Lauren (Schmidt) Callaghan Lorie Burkemper Robert Schweiss #network #clientappreciation #technology #advisory

Sumera Riaz, our Senior Director of Cybersecurity, was recently featured in a panel discussion for the Austin Business Journal titled "Battling the Ghost in the Machine." She shared her expert insights on today’s top cybersecurity challenges, emphasizing the importance of a well-rounded security strategy in light of increasing ransomware threats and evolving attack vectors driven by AI innovations. Her key takeaway? Businesses, especially those with lean IT teams, must adopt proactive security measures and consider third-party partnerships, like Bluewave Technology Group, to stay ahead of risks and improve their overall cybersecurity posture. Sumera also highlighted that security is not just a technology but a practice, and it requires strong leadership from the top down to foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness within any organization. Check out the link below for the full article to learn more about the latest trends and solutions in cybersecurity ⬇️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXN3hFyD #Cybersecurity #Leadership #AI #Ransomware #BluewaveTech #BusinessStrategy #CyberAwareness #AustinBusinessJournal #TechnologyLeadership #BluewaveTechnologyGroup

Is Microsoft Teams the right choice for your next unified communications platform? Our latest Microsoft Teams Buyer's Guide blog post breaks down everything you need to know, from evaluating your business needs to understanding the features, functionality, and integration possibilities Teams offers. If you're looking to simplify your communications stack, especially if you’ve already adopted Teams for meetings and collaboration, this guide will help you decide whether bringing external calling into Teams is the right move for your organization. Check it out and explore how Teams could be the next step for your UCaaS strategy. Visit the link below ⬇️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euFiMiHC #MicrosoftTeams #UCaaS #UnifiedCommunications #BluewaveTechnologyGroup #TechSolutions

Bluewave Technology Group is thrilled to announce that we’ve been named AVANT’s 3rd Overall Trusted Advisor at this year’s Special Forces Summit in Phoenix! This recognition highlights the strength of our technology solutions and the dedication of our incredible team. We’re excited to continue growing our partnership with AVANT, pushing boundaries, and delivering exceptional value to our clients. A huge thanks to the AVANT Communications team, and congratulations to all the fellow winners recognized at Special Forces! Here’s to many more successes ahead! #BluewaveTechnologyGroup #AVANT #SpecialForcesSummit #Partnerships #Technology

🚀 We're excited to announce a new addition to the Bluewave team! Please join us in welcoming Tony Scribner, CISSP as our new Vice President of Solution Advisory. Tony brings over 30 years of expertise in #network, #cloud, and #security solutions, alongside a proven track record in guiding organizations to success. His experience leading technology strategy and consulting in previous roles, including as Field CTO and CISO at Ntirety, positions him to drive incredible value for our clients.   Tony and his team will champion our Assess - Advise - Advocate approach, providing the expertise that helps clients navigate complex #technology decisions and implement impactful solutions.    Based in #Louisville, KY, Tony is eager to support Bluewave’s growth while delivering impactful results for our clients. Welcome to the team, Tony! We’re thrilled to have you on board. 🙌 #Leadership #ClientSuccess #BluewaveTeam #TechnicalAdvisory #Growth