Rapid7 Honors Its Top Partners in 2025
Rapid7, Inc. (NASDAQ: RPD), a frontrunner in extended risk and threat detection, recently celebrated its annual Partner of the Year Awards. This event, now in its fifth year, acknowledges outstanding partners from both the private and public sectors for their exemplary collaboration and significant impact on the security landscape of their customers.
Enhancements in Partner Engagement
Rapid7 has announced recent developments to its global PACT partner program. The aim is to unite and invigorate the partner ecosystem through tailored programs, strategic specializations, a new Partner Training Academy, and an updated partner portal. This program revolutionizes how Rapid7 partners engage, allowing them to maximize their contributions to client security across the globe.
Significance of the Partner Community
According to Alex Page, Rapid7’s vice president of global channel and emerging technology sales, the partner community plays an essential role in advancing the company’s mission. They provide customers with the most adaptable and responsive cybersecurity platform available. With the Partner of the Year Awards, Rapid7 recognizes partners who excel not only in specialization but also in their collaboration efforts and, importantly, achieved outcomes for customers.
A Look at the Partner Awards
This year, the awards honored 24 partners across 13 distinct categories, showcasing excellence from various regions globally.
North America Achievements
Among the winners from North America, SHI was crowned Partner of the Year, also taking the title for Cloud Security Partner of the Year. Softchoice received recognition as Canada Partner of the Year, reflecting its commitment to enhancing cybersecurity solutions. Public Sector Partner of the Year went to CDW•G, while GuidePoint Security earned the accolade for Best Customer Retention Partner of the Year.
Latin America’s Standout Partners
In Latin America, Netconn was recognized as Partner of the Year, highlighting their contributions to bolstering security measures in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
EMEA Region Winners
The EMEA region also celebrated significant achievements, with Softcat being named Partner of the Year. This achievement emphasizes the longstanding partnership between Softcat and Rapid7, aimed at delivering cutting-edge SecOps solutions. Other notable mentions included TRINEXIA South Africa for Best Customer Retention Partner, and Saepio for Cloud Security Partner of the Year.
Advancements in the APJ Region
In the APJ region, DGplex was named Partner of the Year, with similar recognitions for CyberRisk and Telstra in various categories, underscoring their dedication to providing robust cybersecurity solutions to clients across the region.
Voices of Recognition
The award ceremony also provided a platform for partners to express their gratitude and share insights on their strong collaboration with Rapid7. Jared Crowley from SHI remarked on the honor of being recognized multiple times, emphasizing the commitment to delivering innovative solutions. Will Day from Softcat echoed these sentiments, highlighting the impact of a decade-long partnership. Jordan Del-Grande from DGplex also expressed pride in their recognition, emphasizing their dedication to excellence in the cybersecurity space.
Expanding Opportunities for Partnership
As Rapid7 looks forward to strengthening these partnerships, opportunities for collaboration continue to expand. Interested parties can explore potential partnership avenues by visiting Rapid7’s dedicated partner portal.
About Rapid7
Rapid7, Inc. (NASDAQ: RPD) is dedicated to creating a safer digital environment by simplifying and making cybersecurity more accessible. They empower security professionals to manage modern attack surfaces with industry-leading technology and extensive expertise. Rapid7’s comprehensive solutions are trusted by over 11,000 clients worldwide, effectively combining cloud risk management with threat detection to secure environments rapidly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Partner of the Year Awards?
The Partner of the Year Awards celebrate exceptional collaboration among Rapid7’s partners and their impact on customer security.
How are winners selected for the awards?
Winners are chosen based on their contributions, specialization, and collaboration within the cybersecurity sector.
Can partners participate in the new programs?
Yes, Rapid7’s new PACT partner program is designed for all partners to engage and benefit from tailored training and resources.
Where can I find more information about Rapid7?
More information about Rapid7 and its partnerships can be found on the Rapid7 website.
How many regions are represented in the awards?
The awards recognize partners from four major geographic regions: North America, Latin America, EMEA, and APJ.
