Scaling Smart Podcast Ep. 29 | Richard Avery on Cybersecurity, AI, and Building Titanium Computing

Описание: Welcome to Episode 29 of the Scaling Smart Podcast!

In this episode, host Billy Mitchell sits down with Richard Avery, founder of Titanium Computing, a managed IT services and cybersecurity firm helping businesses streamline operations, protect critical data, and scale with confidence. Richard blends deep technical expertise with backgrounds in hacking, cybersecurity, NLP, and compliance to deliver unmatched IT support built for the modern world.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
Richard’s journey from Department of Defense contracting to founding Titanium Computing
Why most organizations ignore compliance (HIPAA, SOC, CMMC) until it’s too late — and how to prepare proactively
The real expectations customers have of an MSP — and why most IT providers get it wrong
Where the IT industry is heading in the next 2–3 years (AI disruption, consolidation, and MSP cannibalization)
The infrastructure businesses actually need to leverage AI effectively
How Richard trains new IT professionals to develop hacking, cybersecurity, and communication skills
YouTube as a growth engine: how Titanium uses content to educate, attract talent, and differentiate their expertise

Connect with Richard Avery:
Website: https://titaniumcomputing.com
LinkedIn:   / richard-avery-140a3010  

About the Scaling Smart Podcast:
The Scaling Smart Podcast highlights leaders, founders, and innovators who are building and scaling businesses in smart, creative ways. Hosted by Billy Mitchell, each episode dives deep into the stories, strategies, and lessons behind their success.

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