In this episode, host Nicky Acevedo sits down with Bo Patterson to unpack the impact of tariffs on the K-12 tech industry and school budgets. They explore how Vivacity Tech is helping districts adapt, from utilizing refurbished devices and buybacks to smart procurement and brand-new service plans like FleetAssure.

Bo shares real-world insights into the creative solutions schools are using to stretch their budgets and keep tech accessible for students despite economic uncertainty. He explains how Vivacity’s innovative offerings are meeting schools where they are and providing flexibility in tough times.

Timestamps:

00:00 Tariffs and Tech: School Impact

04:43 Maximize Value of Unused Devices

06:57 FleetAssure: Extend and Optimize Fleet

09:56 Early Project Engagement Benefits

13:29 Vivacity's Vivacious Sales Support

Additional Links:

Vivacity Tech’s website:

https://www.vivacitytech.com/

Bo Patterson Contact Information:

Direction Line: (864) 438-5055

Extension: (877) 731-2069, ext. 131

Email: bpatterson@vivacitytech.com

Interested in learning more about how to unwreck your school’s tech? For more details or to consider Vivacity's offerings for your school, check out vivacitytech.com.

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In this episode, host Nicky Acevedo sits down with Ben Erickson, Chief Revenue Officer, at Vivacity Tech, to discuss the company’s innovative approach to supporting schools and IT directors as they navigate the AI tool landscape.

Ben shares valuable insights on how tech directors can pilot Gemini Education, Google's generative AI tool, to streamline their district’s AI adoption at zero cost and explore the evolving role of AI in shaping the future of education technology.

Timestamps:

00:00 From Salesman to Chief Revenue Officer

04:47 V Suite: Unified Device Management & Repair

07:25 Vivacity's Real-Time Analytics & Repair Academy

10:43 Introducing AI in K-12 Education

16:25 Optimizing AI Deployment Strategies

18:19 Gemini AI Pilot Impresses Customers

21:24 Vivacity's Comprehensive School Solutions

Additional Links:

Vivacity Tech’s website:

https://www.vivacitytech.com/

If you're curious about optimizing school tech and leveraging AI for education, don't miss out on the insights shared in this episode! For more details or to consider Vivacity's offerings for your school, check out vivacitytech.com.

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In this episode, host Nicky Acevedo sits down with Eli Maloley, founder of Vivacity Tech, to reflect on the company's incredible journey through 2024. Eli shares milestones, from securing a patent to achieving substantial revenue growth, all while emphasizing the role of the passionate Vivacity team.

Diving into challenges, Eli discusses how the team tackled obstacles head-on, especially in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. He also unveils the company's 2025 mission of “purpose and precision,” along with new product launches like the innovative vSuite and exciting initiatives to enhance customer service.

Timestamps:

00:00 Achieved $125M revenue growth, credited by partners.

05:55 Grateful for ambitious, growth-focused team.

08:34 Precision and purpose drive streamlined goal achievement.

12:00 Challenge: Stay highly innovative amid company growth.

13:55 Uncertain tariff effects on US product imports.

19:03 Vivacity Tech expanding into healthcare and technology.

21:21 Eli Maloley revealed teasers, more online.

Additional Links:

Vivacity Tech’s website:

https://vivacitytech.com/

Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation packed with stories of innovation and community impact. Tune in now to discover what lies ahead for Vivacity Tech and how they plan to make an even bigger mark in the EdTech space.