How can MSPs scale, evolve, and thrive through the power of strategic enablement? David Schafran, Vice President of Partner Enablement at Pax8 provides insight into equipping MSPs with the tools necessary for achieving operational maturity and long-term value. From navigating mergers and acquisitions to shifting perceptions from “break-fixers” to “trusted advisors,” David outlines how enablement is not just about learning, but about deep, sustainable transformation.

Highlights include:

Behind-the-scenes look at Pax8 Beyond, the channel’s premier event, and David's session entitled. ‘M&A for the MSP: How to Build Your Winning Strategy.’

Buyers are more risk-aware than ever.

4 Academy delivery learning models.

Quickfire lighting round of questions.

His passion for photography.

Follow David on LinkedIn, visit Davidschafran.com to learn more about this photography, and visit pax8.com to stay connected with the community and marketplace.

Timestamps:

[09:01] Value Creation Coaching

[18:08] Guided Growth to Academy

[21:17] Academy learning models

[25:55] Weird & Interesting Fact

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Episode 148: Operational Maturity