VMware Partner Recognition 2023
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The 12th Annual Partner Recognition Dinner
On Wednesday 4th October VMware Senior Management will host the 12th annual Partner Recognition Dinner. This dinner is intended to recognise and thank the partners that have contributed to VMware's success and growth within the last year. Taking place at Oh Me Oh My in Liverpool, it will certainly be a night to remember!
When submitting your entry/entries, please ensure all evidence reflects the last year.
All nominations must be submitted by 5pm on Tuesday 5th September to be considered and we will announce the shortlisted partners the week commencing 11th September. If successful you will be invited to the Partner Recognition Dinner - please save the date.
Award Categories
Cloud Innovation and Transformation Award
Accelerating a customer’s digital transformation and journey to multi-cloud environments by delivering innovative offerings with novel applications or next-gen technology. Recipients will have demonstrated high-quality cloud services to their customers with VMware technologies, such as 5G, IoT, blockchain, machine learning/AI, and mobility/end-user experience (CX).
There will be a VMware Managed Partner and Distribution Managed Partner winner in this category.
Life Cycle Services Award
Delivering outstanding customer experience via an integrated lifecycle of services, from initial assessments, architecting, developing and deployment of cloud environments to ongoing migration and management of cloud infrastructure and applications. This category also recognises partners that drive integration across the services lifecycle to improve deployment capabilities and create agile environments.
There will be a VMware Managed Partner and Distribution Managed Partner winner in this category.
Social Impact Award
Committed to giving back to society through their people, resources and technology, leading initiatives to change our world for the better.
There will be a VMware Managed Partner and Distribution Managed Partner winner in this category.
Industry Award
Deep domain expertise in a specific industry vertical. Priority consideration will be given to partners solving industry-specific pain-points or supporting their customer in developing new offerings or business processes connected to the vertical. The Industry Award will favour partners oriented toward business outcomes.
There will be a VMware Managed Partner and Distribution Managed Partner winner in this category.
Partner Value Award
Creating business value with VMware solutions, either by deploying new capabilities or by delivering cost savings through optimisation. Strong candidates will have a record of improving their skills (with VMware certifications and specialisations) to increase the market penetration of VMware solutions, including developing capabilities for customers in underserved markets.
There will be a VMware Managed Partner and Distribution Managed Partner winner in this category.
Partner Collaboration Award
Committed to collaborating with other partners to help complete the whole customer experience. Priority consideration given to partners who demonstrate both strong customer outcomes and an ability to overcome the challenges of multi-party engagements.
There will be a VMware Managed Partner and Distribution Managed Partner winner in this category.
Partner of the Year Award
One overall winner will be recognised for delivering the most end-customer value and/or impact to a customer's business. Partners submitting applications in any of the other categories may be considered for the Partner of the Year Award.
Marketing Partner of the Year Award
Award for the best marketing campaign run within the last year. Please demonstrate how this campaign was planned, executed and what the return on investment was.
VMware Channel Champion
This award is for an individual who has gone above and beyond to contribute to VMware's success within the last 12 months. Please nominate this individual and explain what has been achieved and why you think they are a deserving winner.