PODCAST | Now That’s It: How Halo’s Tim Barton-Wines Earned the MSP Spotlight
By N‑able
What happens when the right product meets the right moment—and the right voice? In this episode of Now That’s IT: Stories of MSP Success, we sit down with Tim Barton-Wines, the dynamic force behind Halo PSA’s meteoric rise. Tim shares his unexpected journey from selling vodka in a wine shop to transforming Halo from a little-known help desk tool into one of the fastest-growing PSA platforms in the MSP space. You’ll hear how Halo earned trust without private equity, how a £10 Reddit campaign helped build a global footprint, and why saying “no” to acquisition has become their boldest strategic move.
Whether you’re an MSP owner looking for the next great tool or a an business leader thinking long-term about brand, culture, and independence, this episode is packed with insight on building momentum the right way.
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