A Conversation with Sean Maguire, President and Founder of Synivate
In this episode of M&A Insights, I sit down with Sean Maguire, president and founder of Synivate, to explore the journey of building and scaling a successful MSP. Sean shares his insights on standardizing service delivery, cybersecurity best practices, and the role of M&A in strategic growth. Whether you’re an MSP owner looking to improve operational efficiency or an investor exploring opportunities in the space, this conversation offers valuable takeaways.
Topics Discussed & Key Questions:
✅The Evolution of Synivate: How did Sean transition from voice and data cabling to a full-fledged MSP?
✅ Challenges in Scaling an MSP: What were the biggest obstacles in growing the business, and how were they overcome?
✅ Standardization & Operational Maturity: Why is having a structured, repeatable process critical for MSPs?
✅ Cybersecurity & Compliance: How does Synivate ensure its clients meet evolving security standards and regulations?
✅ Cyber Insurance & Liability: What should MSPs be thinking about in terms of coverage and legal protections?
✅ Growth from Referrals: What are Centers of Influence and why do they make for the best referrals?
✅ M&A Strategy: What role does M&A play in Synivate’s growth plan, and what challenges come with acquiring other MSPs?
✅ Supply Chain Security is a Key Risk: What are the biggest threats MSPs should be preparing for in the next few years?
✅ The Future of IT & AI: How is AI impacting the MSP landscape, and what does Sean see as the next big shift?
🎧 Tune in to gain actionable insights on growing and scaling your MSP the right way!
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