Meet Mike Stramaglio - a leader in the imaging technology channel with 45 years of experience. A technology consultant and business leader, Mike talks to experts about the tech that keeps this fine old world spinnin’ around in The Stramaglio Show. Tune in for technology insights from an industry legend and fascinating conversations with the tech leaders shaping our digital landscape.
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Meet Mike Stramaglio - a leader in the imaging technology channel with 45 years of experience. A technology consultant and business leader, Mike talks to experts about the tech that keeps this fine old world spinnin’ around in The Stramaglio Show. Tune in for technology insights from an industry legend and fascinating conversations with the tech leaders shaping our digital landscape.
Built, Not Bought: The Path to Real Leadership | The Stramaglio Show | Episode 6
The Stramaglio Show
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Built, Not Bought: The Path to Real Leadership | The Stramaglio Show | Episode 6
On this episode of The Stramaglio Show, Mike welcomes Melissa Confalone, President of Fraser Advanced Information Systems, for a powerhouse conversation on leadership, culture, and innovation. With 30 years at Fraser under her belt, Melissa shares her remarkable journey from would-be lawyer to industry trailblazer, revealing the mentorship, grit, and gut instincts that shaped her rise.Melissa opens up about the evolution of Fraser’s sales-driven DNA, their aggressive embrace of AI and automation, and how they're attracting next-gen talent by reinventing the copier business for a digital world. She and Mike dig into the real impact of culture, the responsibility of leadership, and what it means to build not just a business, but a movement. From fly-me-to-the-moon moments to hard-earned insights, this episode is packed with wisdom for the future of the industry.
Chapters00:00 Welcome and Introduction01:06 Melissa’s Journey Begins03:01 Growth and Mentorship06:31 Celebrating 30 Years08:39 Attracting the Next Generation10:10 Embracing AI in Business12:36 The Future of the Industry15:04 Fraser’s IT Services Growth18:06 A Positive Outlook20:58 Building a Strong Company Culture23:29 The Nature of Leadership29:04 Advice for Young Professionals31:06 Looking Ahead
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The Stramaglio Show
Meet Mike Stramaglio - a leader in the imaging technology channel with 45 years of experience. A technology consultant and business leader, Mike talks to experts about the tech that keeps this fine old world spinnin’ around in The Stramaglio Show. Tune in for technology insights from an industry legend and fascinating conversations with the tech leaders shaping our digital landscape.
