MSP Owners Group: Culture Over Consolidation (EP 888)

What does it really mean to sell your MSP and stay in the game? On this episode, I chat with Paco LeBron—fresh off selling a majority stake in ProdigyTeks and stepping up as CEO for MSP Owners Group. Paco drops hard-won insights on leadership, the pitfalls of transactional M&A, and why a company’s soul matters more than just financials. If you want to know how the new wave of MSP acquisitions is different, and how to thrive in a changing landscape, this episode is can’t-miss!We also talk all things TechCon Unplugged, the role of peer community in the MSP world, and what’s next as the industry faces more automation and roll-ups. Companies, Products, & Books Mentioned (List with URLs)ProdigyTeks: https://prodigyteks.comMSP Owners Group: https://msp-og.comMSP Unplugged: https://www.mspunplugged.comTechCon Unplugged: https://www.techconunplugged.comSynology: https://www.synology.com/The 20 (MSP group): https://www.the20.comOpenText Cybersecurity: https://www.opentext.comGTIA (formerly CompTIA): https://www.gtia.orgAmazon Highlight:Wavlink (USB-C Dock): https://amzn.to/4mvn0ogSPONSORS:Livestream Partner, ThreatLocker: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/threatlockerLegacy Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/Internet Provider, Rythmz: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/rythmzProduction Gear Partner, Liongard: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/liongardTravel Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoipTravel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugridDigital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerreadySHOW MUSIC: Item Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock LogoItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UETAuthor Username: AlexanderRufireItem License Code: 7X9F52DNML === Connect with Uncle Marv🌐 Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/🎙 Host: Marvin Bee🛒 Uncle Marv’s Amazon Store (gear & tools I recommend): https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZ☕ Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcastIf you found value in this episode, share it with another MSP, IT provider, or tech entrepreneur. Your support helps keep practical, no-nonsense IT business conversations coming every week.