Troy Hodson, MBA

What does it truly take to go from a “great technologist” to an effective IT leader? In the newest episode of The Vurge, Divurgent President & COO Wendy Hoffman chats with Eric Bloom, Executive Director of the IT Management & Leadership Institute (ITML Institute), to explore: -- Why technical excellence alone isn’t enough for leadership success -- The essential role of mentorship in accelerating IT leaders -- How mindset, emotional intelligence, and business acumen shape high-impact leaders -- What IT leaders need to understand about AI—now and in the future 🎧 Listen now: https://gag.gl/sQROy7

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Why We Built TPA Around Four Specific Industries Most IT consulting firms say they can serve any industry. That's technically true. It's also not how the best work gets done. We built Turning Point Advisory around four industries where our team has worked from the inside: Food & Beverage. Education. EdTech & Publishing. Medical Devices. In each case, our value isn't just that we understand IT. It's that we understand your industry — the regulatory environment, the operational pressures, the technology decisions that look different in your sector than they do everywhere else. For food and beverage companies in Massachusetts and Southwest Florida, that means IT guidance built around production realities, supply chain complexity, and FDA traceability — not adapted from a corporate enterprise playbook. For education and publishing organizations, it means nine years of executive experience inside a major digital learning platform — not a framework borrowed from another sector. For medical device companies, it means deep familiarity with FDA QMSR, ISO 13485, and the specific demands of validated systems in regulated manufacturing environments. Industry experience isn't a credential. It's the work itself. Learn more about all the Industries we support at Turning Point Advisory today! #TurningPointAdvisory #ITConsulting #FractionalCIO #FoodBeverage #EdTech #MedTech #Massachusetts #SouthwestFlorida

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📌 Reliable Connectivity: The Backbone Your Greater Salt Lake Business Deserves In today’s hybrid world, slow Wi-Fi, dropped calls, or unreliable internet isn’t just frustrating—it’s costly. 📆 Downtime during a client Zoom? Lost productivity from buffering files in the cloud? Frustrated employees switching to personal hotspots? These aren’t minor inconveniences; they erode trust, slow growth, and hurt your bottom line. At CMIT Solutions of Sandy, we make sure your team stays connected—securely, consistently, and without the headaches 🚫 Our Network & Connectivity Solutions deliver: ✅ Faster, more reliable Wi-Fi— Optimized access points, secure guest networks, and bandwidth management so everyone stays productive (even during peak hours)  ✅ Streamlined network infrastructure— Proactive monitoring, configuration, and threat detection to minimize outages and keep data flowing safely  ✅ Cloud & remote access — Seamless migration and management so your team can work from anywhere with the same speed and security as in-office  ✅ Unified Communications — Voice, video, chat, and collaboration tools integrated into one reliable platform (no more juggling apps or missing messages)  ✅ Local expertise + national strength — Sandy-based team that knows Utah businesses + CMIT’s nationwide resources for enterprise-grade reliability Whether you’re a real estate office closing deals remotely, a healthcare practice sharing patient records securely, or a professional services firm collaborating across locations—we keep you connected so you can focus on what matters most: your customers and growth. Tired of connectivity complaints, slowdowns, or “Can you hear me now?” moments? 🖊️ Comment “CONNECT” below or send me a DM — I’ll personally send you our free “Business Connectivity Quick Audit Checklist” (includes Wi-Fi optimization tips, bandwidth red flags, unified comms must-haves, and questions to ask your current provider). No obligation, just practical steps to evaluate and improve your setup. What’s one connectivity frustration your team deals with most—slow Wi-Fi, unreliable video calls, remote access issues, or something else? Share in the comments; our team replies personally with tailored advice. Let’s make sure your business is always online, always secure, and always ready. 🌐🔒 #NetworkManagement #Connectivity #UnifiedCommunications #WiFi #CloudServices #SMB #SaltLakeBusiness #UtahTech #ManagedIT #CMITSolutions

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Having a solid strategy is vital for ensuring your business remains at the forefront of the industry. That is why I am so proud of GDT’s Data Center Modernization Workshop.  Watch this video featuring Chris Kapusta, GDT’s Director of Advisory & Transformation Services, to learn more about this complimentary, no-strings-attached opportunity to tap into GDT's expertise and develop a high-level roadmap for your data center objectives.  #DataCenter #Modernization 

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🚀 Introducing NexusONE Carrier-Agnostic. Redundant by Design. Secure & Compliant at Scale. Enterprise IT teams across San Antonio and Austin are managing more sites, more cloud, and more security complexity than ever before. NexusONE by AirNetworks delivers a centralized, multi-site firewall and secure WAN platform that: 🔹 Works across any carrier — no lock-in 🔹 Provides multipoint redundancy for business continuity 🔹 Centralizes policy enforcement and visibility 🔹 Strengthens cybersecurity posture enterprise-wide 🔹 Supports compliance-driven environments Whether you operate multiple campuses, branch offices, data centers, or hybrid cloud environments, NexusONE simplifies network security while reducing operational overhead. If your organization is expanding, consolidating, or modernizing its WAN and security architecture in San Antonio or Austin, let’s talk. #AirNetworks #NexusONE #EnterpriseIT #Cybersecurity #SecureWAN #NetworkSecurity #AustinTech #SanAntonioBusiness #CarrierAgnostic #ITLeadership

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Great IT leadership goes beyond managing systems—it’s about empowering people. At LBMC Technology Solutions, we know that technical skills matter, but what truly sets leaders apart are qualities like emotional intelligence, strong communication and a dedication to growth. In our latest blog, we dive into: • The value of soft skills in IT leadership • Tips for building a culture of accountability and innovation • Steps to become a more people-focused, effective leader When leaders grow, teams thrive. Let’s build better IT leadership together. #Leadership #ITLeadership #TechCulture #TeamDevelopment #LBMCtech #BetterITLeaders

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Keeping it real with yourself about log monitoring and change management maturity can save you audit time, real money, and long-term reputation damage. I’ve sat on both sides of the table—designing security programs and walking organizations through audits after the fact. What consistently creates pain isn’t a lack of intent, it’s pretending manual or partial log review satisfies regulatory expectations. Across HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and NIST CSF, these controls are not optional—and hoping tooling will magically “count” without real correlation and visibility is a costly gamble. If this post makes you uncomfortable, that’s usually a signal worth listening to. Read the white paper or take a look at what we’ve built with ICIT Sentinel. Even an honest gap assessment today can prevent a very expensive conversation tomorrow.

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Oklahoma State University Medical Center is using Oracle Workforce Scheduling to help employees manage their own schedules. Learn how this tool is helping care teams boost scheduling efficiency and lift workforce satisfaction. https://lnkd.in/eXm3a2-S

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Explore how emerging cyber risks in commercial real estate demand stronger digital defenses to protect assets, build tenant trust, and ensure long-term resilience.

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Healthcare IT is unforgiving. The infrastructure behind patient care and clinical operations has to be bulletproof. That’s the standard we hold ourselves to every day. Here’s a snapshot of #Lantrasoft: Enterprise-scale managed services — 2,410+ servers, 21 managed environments, zero-downtime release management across 48+ major releases Hybrid cloud & DC/DR operations with 1:1 compute, storage, and network capacity — 24/7, Always-ON Data & AI on Azure OpenAI, IBM watsonx, and Google Cloud — from intelligent document processing and predictive analytics to enterprise GPT assistants Full VMware/VCF migration, ROKS/RHOS container management, and IBM Maximo for asset management ISO 27001 | ISO 20000-1 | ISO 9001 certified, with SOC1/2/3 compliance built in. In healthcare, downtime isn’t an option and data is everything. We help leading health systems operate with the resilience, security, and intelligence the industry demands. If you’re at HIMSS, let’s connect — we’d love to explore how Lantrasoft can support your team. #HealthcareIT #HIMSS #ManagedServices #CloudMigration #DataAI #IBMPower #Lantrasoft

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Compliance doesn’t have to be complex. We help organizations achieve SOC 2, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS readiness through automation, continuous monitoring, and audit-ready controls.

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The $370 Billion Cost of Deferred Maintenance and How to Stop Paying It The problem is getting worse, not better If you manage commercial facilities, you already know the drill: budgets get cut,.... https://lnkd.in/ed2mWhtu

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51% believe their CMDB data quality is poor, build a CMDB you can trust Poor quality CMDB data undermines your entire service management strategy. Without accurate information, how can you make informed decisions? It's time for a modern approach that delivers the reliable foundation your team needs for effective incident, problem, and change management. #DataQuality #CMDB #ITDecisions #optumnova https://lnkd.in/eUpb3CBJ

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51% believe their CMDB data quality is poor, build a CMDB you can trust Poor quality CMDB data undermines your entire service management strategy. Without accurate information, how can you make informed decisions? It's time for a modern approach that delivers the reliable foundation your team needs for effective incident, problem, and change management. #DataQuality #CMDB #ITDecisions https://lnkd.in/d445C8Tz

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51% believe their CMDB data quality is poor, build a CMDB you can trust Poor quality CMDB data undermines your entire service management strategy. Without accurate information, how can you make informed decisions? It's time for a modern approach that delivers the reliable foundation your team needs for effective incident, problem, and change management. #DataQuality #CMDB #ITDecisions https://lnkd.in/dwQP65k8

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