Amber Montgomery

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Amber Montgomery is a Content Marketing Associate at Barracuda. With a sales background, Amber intends to bring what's worked in the past into creating content that can help MSPs grow their business. In her role at Barracuda, she will focus on creating assets to enable our partners in sales and marketing.

Cybersecurity Threat Advisory
The top viewed Cybersecurity Threat Advisories in 2024

The top viewed Cybersecurity Threat Advisories in 2024

2024 was a standout year in cybersecurity. With over 130 Cybersecurity Threat Advisory issued, SmarterMSP.com reflects on the most viewed emerging threats by our audience. From targeted industry attacks to zero-click vulnerabilities and high CVSS flaws, here are the top...

/ December 30, 2024
Ask an MSP Expert: Key strategies to converting leads

Ask an MSP Expert: Key strategies to converting leads

Converting leads into sales pipeline is an art, and it starts with the initial conversation you have with a lead. Whether you opt for a phone call or email, the timing and approach are key factors in moving the lead...

/ December 23, 2024
Women on the Rise List
A familiar name makes the CRN’s Women on the Rise List

A familiar name makes the CRN’s Women on the Rise List

  The annual Channel Company (CRN) Women on the Rise List, which puts the spotlight on rising stars who drive success through partner focus, business smarts, and collaboration, was posted recently. It was exciting to have our very own Aisha Eugene,...

/ November 26, 2024
Barracuda CloudGen Firewall
Partner Spotlight: Redesigning the security mix to address evolving needs

Partner Spotlight: Redesigning the security mix to address evolving needs

M.IT Connect, a long-time managed service provider (MSP) from Hallstadt, Germany, was faced with challenges managing their previous firewall solution. Not only was it difficult to manage, but it lacked the scalability required to meet clients’ evolving needs. As their...

/ November 12, 2024 / 5 Comments
Ask an MSP Expert
Ask an MSP Expert: How can pentesting add value to an MSP security service offering?

Ask an MSP Expert: How can pentesting add value to an MSP security service offering?

In today’s cybersecurity landscape, many MSPs are looking to add penetration testing (pentesting) to their service offering. Pentesting is a simulated cyberattack on a system, network, or application to find vulnerabilities before real hackers can exploit them. It helps organizations...

/ November 7, 2024
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Ask an MSP Expert: Unlock the secrets to creating a high-impact landing page

Ask an MSP Expert: Unlock the secrets to creating a high-impact landing page

Creating a high-converting landing page is essential for any business looking to drive meaningful engagement and form fills. Whether you’re promoting a product, offering a service, or collecting leads, the design and content of your landing page can make all...

/ October 23, 2024
Take action! 30 Essential tips to boost your cybersecurity

Take action! 30 Essential tips to boost your cybersecurity

October, declared as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, is the perfect time to revisit and reinforce your cybersecurity strategies, ensuring both you and your customers stay safe from the latest digital threats. Since 2004, the National Cybersecurity Division of the Department of...

/ October 8, 2024 / 8 Comments
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Ask an MSP Expert: Optimizing marketing resources to boost ROI

Ask an MSP Expert: Optimizing marketing resources to boost ROI

Deciding where to invest your marketing dollars and how to amplify your reach can be daunting. It’s important to tailor your strategy to your unique strengths and audience, considering there is no global blueprint that all MSPs must follow. Learn...

/ August 29, 2024
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Ask an MSP Expert: How to maximize inbound marketing strategies

Ask an MSP Expert: How to maximize inbound marketing strategies

Inbound marketing can be a challenge for many businesses, including managed service providers (MSPs). This is especially true in today’s ever-evolving technology landscape led by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Learn what you can do to improve your inbound...

/ August 5, 2024
Ask an MSP Expert: Unlocking the secrets of SEO

Ask an MSP Expert: Unlocking the secrets of SEO

Search engine optimization (SEO) can be tricky to master. Luckily Kendra Lee, president of KLA Group, shared some helpful tips during her recent webinar on what to do when SEO is not meeting expectations. Kendra sheds light on the following...

/ June 13, 2024