#570 ITNation Grow: 🌾 From MSPs to Farming: Nick Recker’s Unconventional Journey

In this episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Nick Recker, a seasoned MSP founder and business leader, to discuss scaling MSPs, leadership, faith, and the evolving role of AI. With a background in tech, mergers, and entrepreneurship, Nick shares his journey from building a successful MSP to launching Blue Alliance, an MSP platform focused on sustainable growth.

💡 Top 3 Highlights:

✅ The Role of M&A in MSP Growth: Why acquisitions can work—but only with the right cultural fit.

✅ Faith & Leadership: How spirituality plays a key role in running a business with integrity and purpose.

✅ AI & The Future of MSPs: Why MSPs must evolve beyond maintaining old technologies and integrate AI-driven innovation.

Nick also opens up about his love for farming, auto racing, and the discipline required to balance personal growth with business success. He shares insights on human capital, cybersecurity, and the biggest challenges facing MSPs today—from hiring the right talent to driving organic growth in a changing landscape.

If you’re an MSP owner, entrepreneur, or leader looking to scale your business, build a strong culture, and navigate the future of IT, this episode is packed with invaluable insights!

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570 Nick Recker

Founder/CEO – Blue Alliance

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickrecker/

https://www.bluealliance.com

nick.recker@bluealliance.com

About The 🎙️Host

Joey Pinz

Hi, I’m Joe Pannone, aka Joey Pinz (a golf nickname). As a curious gen-x child, I was constantly asking questions. This laid the foundation for my disciplined question-based learning.