Selling Your Legacy: The Chaos, Strategy, and Reward Behind a Multi-Million Dollar Acquisition

Host Kevin Lancaster, CEO of Channel Program, explores the entrepreneurial journey and industry insights with guest Michael Crean, Senior Vice President of Managed Services at SonicWall and Founder of Solutions Granted. They explore Crean's 22-year journey from founding Solutions Granted to its acquisition by SonicWall, highlighting the strategic and emotional aspects of selling a business. The conversation uncovers pivotal moments, including Crean’s evolution from MSP to managed security pioneer, the challenges of scaling globally, and SonicWall's transformative impact on their offerings. Key takeaways include strategies for navigating acquisitions, maintaining a passionate drive post-sale, and creating value for MSPs through innovative MDR solutions.

This episode is packed with actionable insights and emotional depth for business leaders and channel partners. Tune in now to hear how a visionary leader reshaped managed security services and found the perfect partner to expand on a global scale.