Partner Power News - June 2026: Fresh Insights, New Releases & More Ways to Win
June is packed with new ways to help you win—from the latest Gen 8 release and Zero Trust innovations to MDF resources, partner success stories, expert insights, and upcoming events. Here's what you need to know this month.
Note: Some links in this post are available exclusively to SonicWall SecureFirst Partners.
🚀 Turn Cloud Demand into Revenue with the Latest Gen 8 Release
Secure cloud and virtual environments while unlocking new business opportunities with the latest Gen 8 release: NSvXS.
Build cloud security pipeline with NSv
🌟 Partner Success Story
See how SonicWall partnerXimpleIT helped small law firms strengthen security while reducing labor for policy changes, network segmentation, and configuration updates by more than 80%, and improving end-user lifecycle management by 20–35%.
☁️ Expand Your Zero Trust Business with Cloud Secure Edge
Help customers replace legacy VPNs with cloud-delivered Zero Trust access to applications, SaaS, and internet resources—while growing recurring revenue.
💡 Put Your MDF Budget to Work
Explore approved MDF-eligible activities across all budget levels—from email campaigns and webinars to event sponsorships and managed marketing services—to drive pipeline, accelerate deal registrations, and grow your SonicWall business.
Turn MDF into demand with SonicWall & Vendasta
🎯 New MSP Success Series
This new 7-video series covers practical how-tos to help MSP partners get up and running quickly, streamline operations, and grow recurring revenue.
🎤 SonicWall Webinar Featuring Forrester: Secure by Design, Scaled by Cloud. The Next-Generation Firewall Strategy for the AI Age
AI is rewriting the rules of network security. Join SonicWall and Forrester Principal Analyst Carlos Rivera as they explore how hybrid mesh firewalls, cloud-scaled architectures, and modern enforcement strategies are shaping the future of cybersecurity. A valuable conversation to share with mid-market and enterprise customers evaluating their security posture.
🏛️ Win More State, Local & Education Opportunities
Looking to expand in the public sector? Get practical guidance on timing, positioning, and strategy to help you win more SLED business.
📦 Product News
Help customers strengthen protection with Malware Download Protection, now available in Cloud Secure Edge SIA
SonicOS 7.3.3 and NSM 4.1 Released
📋 NOAM Price List Available
The June Price List for NOAM partners is now available on the Partner Portal home page.
🌍 Elevate On The Road 2026
Coming to a city near you soon!
Built for both new and existing partners, Elevate provides practical strategies, expert insights, and peer networking to help you deploy and manage cybersecurity more efficiently—and grow profitably.
📚 SonicWall University
Build expertise, earn accreditations, and help customers get more value from their SonicWall investments.
🤝 Big Moment for the SonicWall Partner Technical Advisory Council (PTAC)
Our first Global PTAC sessions gave partners a direct voice in helping shape SonicWall products, programs, and the overall partner experience. Members enjoy benefits such as NFR licenses, special offers, and a PTAC social media badge. We're excited to launch the new PTAC Community to keep the conversation going year-round.
Upcoming sessions: August 26, September 23, and October 15.
Missing an invite? Contact gperrin@sonicwall.com.
🏆 SonicWall Cup 2026 Grand-Prize Winners
Congratulations to our SonicWall Cup 2026 grand-prize winners: CPU Distributing, Inc. and Bridgehead IT Inc. from NOAM, and Fischer 4 ICT AG from EMEA. They'll soon be heading to a FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match experience with VIP hospitality. Thank you to all partners who participated and helped make this year's competition a tremendous Deal Registration success.
🎉 New Channel Chief
Meet Jonathan Berger, SonicWall's new SVP of Global Channels and Alliances. With extensive experience building and scaling VAR, MSP, and MSSP businesses, he brings a unique perspective rooted in the belief that partner and vendor success are inseparable.
📢 Share Your Feedback in the CRN ARC Survey (NOAM Only)
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Jonathan Berger
Executive Vice President, Global Channels and Alliances
Jonathan Berger
Executive Vice President, Global Channels and Alliances
Jonathan Berger is Executive Vice President, Global Channels and Alliances at SonicWall, where he leads the company's global partner strategy and growth initiatives. With more than a decade of experience on the partner side of the business, including executive leadership roles at BlueAlly where he built and scaled a cybersecurity-focused VAR, MSP, and MSSP, he brings a unique partner-first perspective. Jonathan believes that partner success and vendor success are inseparable, and that the strongest channel ecosystems are built on programs that deliver real business value.