The Power of GTIA Membership with Dan & MJ (EP 939)
Uncle Marv interviews GTIA CEO Dan Wensley and Chief Community Officer MJ Shoer live at IT Nation Orlando to discuss GTIA’s transformation, global reach, and unmatched value for IT service providers. The duo breaks down why membership means access to vendor-neutral research, business education, philanthropy, and a global peer community.
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) · Dan Wensley, MJ Shoer
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Show Notes
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Join Uncle Marv as he sits down with GTIA’s Dan Wensley and MJ Shoer for a candid discussion about elevating the IT industry. The guests share their experience transitioning from MSP and vendor roles to leading a nonprofit dedicated to empowering IT service providers. Highlights include the story behind GTIA’s independence from CompTIA certifications, the value of $3M+ in annual research, charitable initiatives distributing $2M in donations, and the global expansion of events and peer communities. Whether you’re an established MSP or just exploring the trade association world, this episode packs practical tips, community success stories, and a clear vision for the future of the channel.
Takeaways:
- Learn what makes GTIA uniquely valuable for MSPs and ITSPs today.
- Hear how millions in vendor-neutral research can boost your business.
- Discover the new global reach—including ChannelCon EMEA and APAC forums.
- Understand the true ROI and benefits of GTIA membership.
- Insights on philanthropy: $2M in channel community donations.
- How member-driven leadership shapes charitable giving and resources.
- Strategies to maximize value and accelerate your MSP’s growth.
- The inside story of GTIA’s split from CompTIA benefits and how it helps members.
Links:
- GTIA (Global Technology Industry Association): https://www.gtia.org
- CompTIA: https://www.comptia.org
- ChannelCon: https://channelcon.gtia.org/
- IT Nation: https://itnation.connectwise.com/
- ConnectWise: https://www.connectwise.com
- ScalePad: https://www.scalepad.com
- PAX8: https://www.pax8.com
- Kaseya Connect: https://www.connectit.com/connect-it-global/
- ASEAN Community Forum: https://gtia.org/membership/member-groups/communities/asean
- DACH Community: https://gtia.org/membership/member-groups/communities/dach
- ANZ Community Forum: https://gtia.org/membership/member-groups/communities/anz
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