INDIANAPOLIS – May 13, 2024 — Scale Computing, a market leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Marlena Fernandez, vice president, marketing, to the 2024 Women of the Channel Power 100, an elite subset of prominent leaders selected from the CRN® 2024 Women of the Channel list. CRN also named Rachael Galey, regional channel manager, to its coveted Women of the Channel list.

Every year, CRN highlights women from vendor, distributor, and solution provider organizations whose vision and leadership have a beneficial influence on the technology industry. The CRN 2024 Women of the Channel honorees are creative, strategic leaders who show ongoing commitment to using their skills to innovate and drive success for their partners and customers.

From within this impressive group, the annual Power 100 recognizes some of the most influential women leaders from technology vendors and distributors who consistently contribute their advocacy and expertise to advancing the channel. Every woman on the Power 100 is an inspiration to industry peers and shows deep dedication to improving outcomes and opportunities for their own organizations and the full IT channel ecosystem.

Fernandez has been named to the Women of the Channel list for five consecutive years and to the Women of the Channel Power 100 for the past three years for her leadership within the Scale Computing Partner Community. She joined Scale Computing in 2019 and was the first executive to be named to both lists. This past year, Fernandez significantly contributed to Scale Computing achieving record revenue growth and expanding the company’s partner community. She was instrumental in the success of last month’s Platform//2024, Scale Computing’s annual partner and customer event.

“We are tremendously proud of what Marlena and Rachael have accomplished this past year, not just for Scale Computing, but for the overall channel partner ecosystem. Marlena is a pivotal member of our executive team, bringing expertise from her 20+ years of results-oriented global marketing, and Rachael is extremely dedicated to partner success, making Scale Computing the consistent choice for channel partners,” said Dave Hallmen, chief revenue officer, Scale Computing. “They’re continued commitment to growing our business through our award-winning Scale Computing Partner Community and strong leadership make both very deserving of this recognition. As more and more partners seek VMware alternative solutions, we look forward to growing our partner program through the rest of 2024 and beyond.”

Galey joined Scale Computing in 2023 as a regional channel manager and focuses on Scale Computing solution sales and account management. She has played a crucial role in expanding the Scale Computing partner community, as the increased demand for new virtualization and edge computing solutions drove the company’s record growth this year. Passionate about mentorship, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, Galey’s drive to develop and support colleagues while exceeding client expectations has made her an asset to both Scale Computing and its partners.

“It is a great privilege to honor the remarkable achievements of these women leaders in the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content and Executive Editor, CRN at The Channel Company. “Each woman on the list has demonstrated a deep commitment to innovation and leadership that advances their organizations and drives transformation and success across the IT channel.”

Earlier this year, Scale Computing launched an exclusive promotion for VMware partners looking for new virtualization solutions. Current and new partners looking to switch customers to Scale Computing can participate in the VMware Rip & Replace promotion and receive a 25% discount on Scale Computing software and services for each new customer implementation. Additionally, Scale Computing launched Scale Computing Showcase, offering partners and their customers open access to trial the Scale Computing Platform solutions suite.

The 2024 Women of the Channel list will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine, with online coverage starting May 13 at CRN.com/WOTC. 

Customer Reviews Rank Scale Computing a Leader in Server Virtualization and Momentum Leader in Hyperconverged Infrastructure

INDIANAPOLIS – April 2, 2024 — Scale Computing, a market leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions, today announced it has been recognized with 37 badges in the G2 Spring 2024 Report. Among other accolades, the company received Leader and Momentum Leader badges within the Server Virtualization and Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) categories. With more than 80 million users relying on the platform’s authentic peer reviews to make software decisions, G2 is the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace.

G2 awards badges to companies based on customer satisfaction and market reputation. In addition to a Leader badge for Server Virtualization, Scale Computing Platform (SC//Platform) earned badges in the subcategories of Momentum Leader, Mid-Market Leader, Highest User Adoption, Most Implementable, Best Relationship, Best Results, Users Most Likely to Recommend, Best Usability, Easiest to Use, Easiest Admin, and Best Meets Requirements. Within the HCI category, SC//Platform was awarded badges for Momentum Leader, Mid-Market High Performer, Most Implementable, Fastest Implementation, Best Relationship, Best Support, Easiest to Do Business With, Best Results, Users Most Likely to Recommend, Best Usability, Easiest Admin, and Easiest to Use.

“We’re ecstatic to be awarded these 37 badges from G2, particularly because they’re based on real user reviews,” said Jeff Ready, CEO and co-founder of Scale Computing. “Recognition on G2 reports holds immense value for us because it directly reflects the voice of our customers. These badges validate our unwavering commitment to making their success our mission. By prioritizing simplicity and scalability with SC//Platform, we empower businesses with a one-stop solution for replacing complex infrastructure. Our intuitive platform streamlines complexity, reduces costs, and achieves superior uptime for their mission-critical applications, driving customer success.”

Scale Computing Platform replaces traditional IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability for running workloads in a single, easy-to-manage solution. Featuring zero-touch provisioning, SC//Platform enables administrators to remotely configure entire clusters of edge computing devices before they arrive on-site, achieving cloud-like deployment speed and efficiency. With Scale Computing, businesses can effortlessly manage IT infrastructure, optimize costs, and achieve peak application uptime.

“While there are over 150,000 different software products and services featured on G2, only the highest ranked are recognized each quarter according to their category, company size, geography, and report type,” said Sara Rossio, Chief Product Officer at G2. “These reports serve as valuable, tailored lists for buyers conducting research in their purchasing journey. We extend our congratulations to those vendors who have achieved a coveted spot in a G2 report, driven by insights from real customer feedback.”

Read more about what real users have to say about Scale Computing on G2’s Scale Computing Platform Reviews webpage. View the entire list of badges awarded in G2’s Spring 2024 Report on Scale Computing’s website.

INDIANAPOLIS – March 19, 2024 — Scale Computing, a market leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions, today announced finalists for the 2024 Scale Computing Platform Summit Awards. Winners will be announced at the Scale Computing Platform Summit (Platform//2024), held April 16-18, 2024 at Resorts World Las Vegas. The second annual event is open to all Scale Computing customers, partners, and technology alliances.

The Scale Computing Platform Summit Awards recognize transformational leadership among Scale Computing Partners, Customers, and Technology Alliances. Finalists were placed into award categories based on demonstrated excellence in three key areas: innovation, collaboration, and growth.

A new category being introduced at the Scale Computing Platform 2024 is the “Customer Heroes Advocating Market Performance” CHAMP award. These Scale Computing customers partner with Scale Computing to share their SC//Platform use cases and success stories with the market at large. These Scale Computing CHAMP advocates leverage their collaboration with Scale Computing and its innovative technology to achieve results more accessible and faster, even when local IT resources are scarce. Scale Computing CHAMPS helps lead their organization to success by guaranteeing their IT infrastructure is highly reliable and available.

The 2024 Platform Summit Awards finalists include:

Partner Awards

Outstanding Partner Momentum Award

• Five Star Technology Solutions
• RMON Networks
• Clear Sky Tech
• Natrix Technologies
• Mobius
• Tarsus Distribution

Edge Pioneer Partner Of The Year

• X10 Technologies
• ePlus

Scale Computing Partner Of The Year – Domestic

• KT Connections
• Link Computer Corporation
• EOS Systems
• CDW
• Elevity
• Turn Key Solutions
• AmeriTech Pro

Scale Computing Partner Of The Year – International

• X10 Technologies – Philippines
• Boston Server & Storage Solutions GmbH
• Servix Informatica
• ET Works
• Digitec ICT Ltd.
• Belvoir Valley Solutions Limited

Distribution Partner Of The Year – Domestic

• Climb Channel Solutions
• Ingram Micro

Distribution Partner Of The Year – International

• Synetcom Philippines
• Titan Data Solutions Limited
• Portland Europe
• Africa Plus Distribution Direct

MVP Sales

• Greg Simmons, Five Star Technology Solutions
• William Edwards, International Data Link
• Scott Armitage, New Cyber Source
• Dan Guelich, Link Computer Corporation
• Eric Rivest, Natrix
• Jon Moore, ET Works
• Cali Manding, X10 Technologies – Philippines
• Wolfgang Zugarav, Boston

MVP Technical

• Matt Gaudu, International Data Link
• Ryan Fackey, ProSource
• Don Junker, Tiber Creek Consulting
• David Van Remortel, CONNEX
• Josh Moore, Elevity
• Gary Beck, Beck Computer Systems

• Mike Ross, Holistec
• Lyndon Villas, Synetcom

MSP Leadership

• KT Connections
• PCS, Inc.
• RBS Managed IT Services
• Elevity
• 365IT (UPONSCALE)
• Enchacloud

Customer Awards

IT Leadership In Edge

• In-N-Out Burger
• Harrison Steel Castings Co.
• Seaspan Ship Management
• Delhaize

IT Leadership In Data Center

• Central Bancorp
• Central Florida Electric Cooperative Inc.
• City of Woodstock
• CKenergy Electric Cooperative
• Community Health Connections
• Elder Outreach Administrative Solutions
• Infinity Natural Resources
• Lakeland School Corporation
• Lithion Battery, Inc.
• Machen McChesney
• Martell Sales and Service
• PB2 Architects
• Rhode Island Credit Union
• State Bank of Southern Utah
• Thompson IG
• Town of Kennebunk
• Virginia Tech

Scale Computing Champions

• Anthony Horzempa, Senior Project Analyst, Syracuse University
• Shane Rogers, IT Director, The Harrison Steel Castings Co.
• Tim Bramham, Director of Technology, Kingston Police
• Wally Wheadon, Director, IT Infrastructure, Ventura Foods
• Kevin Moreland, Department of Information Technology, Summit County Board of Elections
• John Stuplich, System Admin, Kolbe Windows & Doors

Technology Alliance Awards

Scale Computing added three new awards to honor its Technology Alliances this year. Those awards include:

Tech Leadership Award: Acknowledging the sponsor who has shown exemplary leadership and vision in the tech industry. Nominees include:

• Opentext
• Acronis
• Mako Networks
• Lenovo
• Simply NUC
• Eaton

Marketing Innovator Award: Honoring the sponsor who has demonstrated creativity and effectiveness in utilizing meet-in-channel strategies to drive business growth and engagement with partners. Nominees include:

• Simply NUC
• Eaton
• Mako Networks
• Lenovo

Partnership Excellence Award: Celebrating the sponsor who has formed outstanding partnerships and collaborations within the tech and partner community. Nominees include:

• Eaton
• Mako Networks
• Lenovo
• Simply NUC
• Dell

Platform//2024 is an immersive three-day event featuring educational sessions, thought leadership panels, Scale Computing company updates and insights, advanced training opportunities, and ample networking. Discussions will explore the latest advancements in virtualization technology, edge computing, hybrid cloud, AI, automation, data security, and more. This year’s program includes a speaker lineup of technology leaders from key Scale Computing customers and partners who will offer expert insights around their direct experience with Scale Computing, including use cases and benefits of the infrastructure technology. Speakers include:

• Jonny Smith — CEO, SimplyNUC
• Flavio Bonomi — Digital Transformation Executive & Solutions Architect, Accenture
• Brian Chambers — Chief Architect, Chamber of Secrets
• Andy Brauer — CTO, Encha Cloud
• Tim Bramham — Director of IT, Kingston Police
• Simon Gamble — President and Co-Founder, Mako Networks
• Steven Henshaw — Senior R&D Engineer, Large Fast Casual Restaurant Chain
• Anthony Horzempa — Senior Project Analyst, Syracuse University
• Frédéric Masson — CEO, UPONSCALE and 365IT
• John Stuplich — System Administrator, Kolbe Windows and Doors

“At Scale Computing, the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and growth permeates everything we do, fueling both our internal culture and our partnerships,” said Jeff Ready, CEO and co-founder of Scale Computing. “The Platform Summit Awards finalists embody these values by consistently pushing boundaries and driving positive outcomes for their organizations. We’re thrilled to recognize and celebrate their achievements in Las Vegas this year. Platform Summit is more than a conference; it’s a catalyst for knowledge sharing, connection, and collective advancement. We look forward to welcoming and celebrating our community of customers, partners, and technology alliances at this year’s event.”

To learn more about the conference and to register for Platform//2024, please visit the Scale Computing Platform Summit event website.

INDIANAPOLIS – February 5, 2024 – Scale Computing, a market leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Scott Mann, global channel chief and vice president of sales, to its 2024 list of 50 Most Influential Channel Chiefs. The list is an elite subset of the prestigious 2024 CRN Channel Chiefs list, which recognizes the IT vendor and distribution executives who are driving strategy and setting the channel agenda for their companies.

The company also recently announced the second annual Scale Computing Platform Summit
(Platform//2024) event, April 16-18, 2024 at Resorts World in Las Vegas. The event is open to all Scale Computing customers, partners, and technology alliances.

The esteemed 50 Most Influential Channel Chiefs list spotlights individuals who have achieved remarkable professional and channel accomplishments. Their exceptional leadership and influence plays a significant role in shaping the future of the IT community, fostering innovation, and supporting the success of solution providers.

Mann has been named a Channel Chief for six consecutive years for his leadership within the Scale Computing Partner Community. In 2023, he continued to grow Scale Computing’s channel team and spearheaded the company’s growth initiatives across all international markets, while overseeing the global channel. Over the past year, Scale Computing achieved growth in revenue from both existing and net new business and expanded key global partnerships. Recently the company also announced a new partner promotion for customers look to migrate from VMware to Scale Computing Platform, receiving a 25% discount on Scale Computing software and services, as well as free migration tool access, complimentary Scale Computing Advanced Training Certification, and a free registration pass to the upcoming Scale Computing customer and partner event, Platform//2024. Additionally, Mann oversaw the launch of Scale Computing’s Partner Services Network designed to provide customers with a global services network.

Mann’s recognition as Channel Chief is another channel award recognition for Scale Computing coming on the heels of its 2023 CRN Annual Report Card (ARC) award wins in both the Converged/Hyperconverged Infrastructure and the Multicloud Software Platforms categories. The Channel Company also honored the Scale Computing Partner Community with a 5-star rating in the 2023 CRN Partner Program Guide and named Scale Computing Fleet Manager a 2023 CRN Tech Innovator Award winner in the Edge Computing/Internet of Things category.

“No one deserves this recognition more than Scott, as he is crucial in not only expanding Scale Computing’s channel team, but also growing our partner community while maintaining the customer excellence our partners have come to expect. We look forward to continuing to grow our partner base in 2024 by offering innovative and scalable solutions as more and more organizations turn to edge computing to capture data at its creation source,” said Dave Hallmen, chief revenue officer, Scale Computing.

“I’m honored to be named one of CRN’s 50 Most Influential Channel Chiefs again this year and am excited to continue leading our channel efforts in 2024. Scale Computing is proud to be a channel-first organization and my priority remains ensuring that our partners find us to be the easiest and most productive solution in their portfolio. Considering the current state of the virtualization market, it would be an honor to show the partners out there what Scale Computing can do for them,” said Mann.

CRN’s 2024 Channel Chiefs list will be featured in the February 2024 issue of CRN^® Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/ChannelChiefs.

INDIANAPOLIS – February 6, 2024 – Scale Computing, a market leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions, today announced the speaker lineup for its Scale Computing Platform Summit (Platform//2024). The second annual event, held April 16-18, 2024 at Resorts World in Las Vegas, NV, is open to all Scale Computing customers, partners, and technology alliances.

Platform//2024 will feature insightful Scale Computing company updates, networking opportunities, and educational and best practices sessions with industry-leading speaker presentations. The event will consist of both live and virtual sessions, with agenda topics including the power of automation and security, data protection, hybrid cloud, edge computing, and more. This year’s program features a curated speaker lineup of technology leaders from key Scale Computing customers who will offer expert insights on the use of virtualization technology, artificial intelligence, automation, and more. Presenters will discuss their direct experience with Scale Computing, use cases, and benefits of the infrastructure technology. This year’s speakers include:

• Syracuse University
  — Tony Horzempa, Senior IT Systems Engineer
• Kingston Police — Tim Bramham, Director of IT
• ABSA Bank — Arthur Tembe, Head of Information Technology
• Chamber of Tech Secrets — Brian Chambers, Chief Architect

“We are delighted to welcome our valued customers, partners, and colleagues back to Las Vegas for Platform//2024,” said Jeff Ready, CEO and co-founder, Scale Computing. “Last year’s summit was a resounding success, convening over 1,000 attendees from across the globe. Building upon that momentum, we are excited to bring together twice the attendees and present a program that delves deeper into the transformative power of edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconvergence solutions. This year’s Platform Summit will be an unparalleled experience, featuring a speaker lineup of our esteemed customers and colleagues at the forefront of these critical technologies. We look forward to welcoming everyone to the 2024 event.”

Over 2,300 attendees are expected at this Platform Summit, including Scale Computing customers and its reseller and technology alliance partners. Leaders from Scale Computing will share insights into the company’s Product Roadmap, as well information about Scale Computing Platform (SC//Platform) and its other products and services. The conference will also offer networking opportunities, an awards reception, and Scale Computing Advanced Training to provide customers and partners with a deep dive into the advanced technical and theoretical features of SC//HyperCore. The Keynote address will be delivered on April 17th by Brian Chambers.

Current sponsors of the 2024 Scale Computing Platform Summit include Mako Networks, Simply NUC, OpenText, Dell, Climb Channel Solutions, Eaton, Lenovo, The Channel Company, and Ingram Micro. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of Platform//2024, please email platform@scalecomputing.com.

To register for this year’s conference, visit the Platform//2024 event website. More information about event speakers can be found on the Platform Summit Speakers page.