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Techday NZ
3 days ago
- Business
- Techday NZ
Lindsay Zwart steps in to lead APAC for Pax8 amid leadership shift
Lindsay Zwart has been appointed as Executive Vice President and General Manager for APAC at Pax8. Zwart, who previously held senior positions with Vodafone, Microsoft, and IBM, assumes responsibility for all aspects of Pax8's business strategy and operations in the Asia-Pacific region. She reports directly to Nick Heddy, President and Chief Commerce Officer at Pax8. Her appointment comes as the company seeks to scale its cloud commerce operations and broaden market reach within APAC. Zwart brings nearly twenty years of experience in technology sector leadership roles, including digital transformation and enterprise solutions, both in APAC and internationally. Leadership transition The new appointment coincides with a shift in roles for Chris Sharp, who transitions from his previous focus on local business to a newly created position as Senior Vice President of Business Development on a global scale. Sharp will now report to Craig Donovan, Chief Experience Officer at Pax8. In his new role, Sharp will be responsible for identifying and leading strategic opportunities, such as partnerships, new market entries, and other initiatives designed to support organisational growth. Sharp's previous efforts have centred on the launch and expansion of Pax8 in Australia and New Zealand, helping to drive momentum in the region over the last four years. The company states that this realignment leverages Sharp's expertise in strategic planning and operational leadership, extending his impact across Pax8's worldwide business strategy. Nick Heddy commented on the company's focus and leadership changes. "Lindsay's appointment signals our unwavering commitment to the Asia-Pacific market and our confidence in the region's tremendous potential. This announcement also marks a strategic realignment as Pax8 prepares for its next growth phase in the APAC region in which Lindsay will work closely alongside global leaders, including Chris Sharp and Ryan Walsh. Her proven leadership, strategic vision, and operational excellence will be instrumental in unlocking new opportunities and accelerating our growth trajectory. I am confident that under her leadership, our APAC operations will reach unprecedented levels of success." Zwart's experience Prior to joining Pax8, Lindsay Zwart held the position of Chief Enterprise Officer at Vodafone New Zealand. There, she led digital transformation initiatives by guiding local enterprises in adopting 5G, IoT, and cloud technologies. Previously, Zwart worked at Microsoft, where her roles included US Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of the Cloud and Enterprise business, General Manager for Azure in the US, and overseeing Dynamics, SMB, and Partner Channel Operations. She also held leadership roles at IBM. Commenting on her new role, Zwart stated, "Pax8 is a proven force in the industry with its innovative Marketplace driving change and laying the foundation for MSP success. I look forward to bringing my experience in tech and with this region to Pax8 to continue the exciting growth trajectory the company has been on since we launched here in 2022. The region is perfectly positioned for success in the MSP space with strong leadership, enablement, and resources provided via the Pax8 Marketplace. It's an exciting time to join the company to continue to make a positive impact on the partner community!" Zwart's remit includes working with the existing APAC team to identify growth opportunities and strengthen partner engagement across the region. She will also coordinate closely with the company's global leadership team, including Chris Sharp and Ryan Walsh. Business development outlook Sharp's new global business development role is intended to focus on creating new partnerships and expanding Pax8's geographical presence. His appointment builds on his four-year tenure leading local momentum and will see him apply his experience to advancing organisational strategy on an international scale. Pax8 operates a cloud commerce Marketplace that serves managed service providers throughout the region and beyond, supporting business growth and product adoption across its ecosystem.
Malaysian Reserve
30-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
usecure Wins Pax8 'Most Valuable Vendor
MANCHESTER, England, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — usecure, the leading human risk management solution for MSPs and internal IT teams, has been named 'Most Valuable Vendor – EMEA' at Pax8 Beyond 2025, held earlier this month in Denver, Colorado. The prestigious award recognises usecure's outstanding contribution to supporting MSP partners across the EMEA region. It marks a significant milestone in the company's global channel growth and reflects its ongoing commitment to helping partners reduce human cyber risk through a scalable, data-driven approach. Pax8 Beyond is one of the IT channel's flagship events, bringing together leading vendors, MSPs, and industry experts to share insights, build partnerships, and explore new innovations. The 'Most Valuable Vendor – EMEA' award highlights vendors that have delivered exceptional value to the Pax8 partner ecosystem across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. 'This recognition from Pax8 is a testament to the hard work of our team and the incredible success our MSP partners are seeing with usecure,' said Jordan Daly, CMO at usecure. 'The team wants to especially acknowledge the work of Lorna Burman, our Distribution Manager for EMEA and APAC, whose dedication to building our Pax8 partnership from the ground up has been instrumental in this achievement.' Since launching its partnership with Pax8 in May 2024, usecure has seen rapid adoption of its platform among MSPs across EMEA, NAM and APAC. The company's partner-first model, combined with its focus on simplifying human risk management, has enabled MSPs to help their clients reduce cyber risk by addressing the human element — often the most targeted area in cyber-attacks. usecure's human risk management solutions are now trusted by over 400,000 end-users worldwide and are available through leading cloud distributors and marketplaces. usecure will also be attending Pax8 Beyond EMEA, taking place in Amsterdam from 5–7 October 2025, where the team will be connecting with partners and showcasing the latest innovations designed to help MSPs tackle human cyber risk. To learn more about usecure's partner programme, visit or explore usecure in the Pax8 Marketplace: Photo – – View original content:
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
usecure Wins Pax8 'Most Valuable Vendor - EMEA' Award at Beyond 2025
MANCHESTER, England, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- usecure, the leading human risk management solution for MSPs and internal IT teams, has been named 'Most Valuable Vendor – EMEA' at Pax8 Beyond 2025, held earlier this month in Denver, Colorado. The prestigious award recognises usecure's outstanding contribution to supporting MSP partners across the EMEA region. It marks a significant milestone in the company's global channel growth and reflects its ongoing commitment to helping partners reduce human cyber risk through a scalable, data-driven approach. Pax8 Beyond is one of the IT channel's flagship events, bringing together leading vendors, MSPs, and industry experts to share insights, build partnerships, and explore new innovations. The 'Most Valuable Vendor – EMEA' award highlights vendors that have delivered exceptional value to the Pax8 partner ecosystem across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. "This recognition from Pax8 is a testament to the hard work of our team and the incredible success our MSP partners are seeing with usecure," said Jordan Daly, CMO at usecure. "The team wants to especially acknowledge the work of Lorna Burman, our Distribution Manager for EMEA and APAC, whose dedication to building our Pax8 partnership from the ground up has been instrumental in this achievement." Since launching its partnership with Pax8 in May 2024, usecure has seen rapid adoption of its platform among MSPs across EMEA, NAM and APAC. The company's partner-first model, combined with its focus on simplifying human risk management, has enabled MSPs to help their clients reduce cyber risk by addressing the human element — often the most targeted area in cyber-attacks. usecure's human risk management solutions are now trusted by over 400,000 end-users worldwide and are available through leading cloud distributors and marketplaces. usecure will also be attending Pax8 Beyond EMEA, taking place in Amsterdam from 5–7 October 2025, where the team will be connecting with partners and showcasing the latest innovations designed to help MSPs tackle human cyber risk. To learn more about usecure's partner programme, visit or explore usecure in the Pax8 Marketplace: Photo - - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE USECURE LTD Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Managed IT Services Leader NexusTek Wins Top Honors at Pax8 Beyond 2025
Awarded for Peak Performance in the USA and Innovation with Microsoft Copilot DENVER, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- NexusTek, a leading provider of managed IT services, today announced it has earned two top honors at the Pax8 Beyond 2025 Partner Awards: Peak Performance – USA and Microsoft Copilot MVP. Presented during the annual Pax8 Beyond partner event, the awards recognize technology partners that have driven significant revenue growth, accelerated cloud adoption, and delivered measurable customer success by leveraging the Pax8 Marketplace and broader partner ecosystem. "We're proud to be recognized by Pax8 as a top-performing partner at a time when technology isn't just evolving—it's redefining how companies grow, compete, and serve their customers," said Hamilton Yu, CEO of NexusTek. "From AI to cloud and beyond, NexusTek helps organizations turn complexity into advantage—and through Pax8's cloud commerce Marketplace and programs, we're accelerating that impact at scale." This achievement builds on NexusTek's 2024 appointment to Galactic Tier status in the Pax8 Voyager Alliance partner program, reflecting a shared commitment to driving customer value, fuelling innovation, and advancing the technologies shaping the future of IT. Held in Denver, From June 8th-10th, Beyond 2025, provided Pax8 partners with three days of immersive learning, community, and innovation. Attendees gained critical business insights through keynote presentations from industry leaders and custom-built breakout sessions. 34 awards were presented during the conference, showcasing the incredible transformation, impact, and success these partners are having on the channel ecosystem through their partnership with Pax8 "We are inspired by our partners' innovation and drive when it comes to supporting their SMB customers with leading-edge cloud solutions and now AI initiatives," said Lane Brannan, GM and Executive Vice President of Pax8 Americas. "We are honored to award our partner's ongoing efforts to empower customers with technology that transforms business and ultimately drives customer growth." About Pax8Pax8 is the technology marketplace of the future, linking partners, vendors, and small to midsized businesses (SMBs) through AI-powered insights and comprehensive product support. With a global partner ecosystem of nearly 40,000 managed service providers, Pax8 empowers SMBs worldwide by providing software and services that unlock their growth potential and enhance their security. Committed to innovating cloud commerce at scale, Pax8 drives customer acquisition and solution consumption across its entire ecosystem. Follow Pax8 on Blog, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube About NexusTekTrusted by thousands of businesses, NexusTek specializes in providing IT services that include hybrid cloud, cybersecurity, data and AI, managed IT services, and IT consulting. Our comprehensive offerings provide tailored solutions that drive performance, enhance security, and foster growth. We leverage the latest technology and strategic partnerships to deliver proactive, innovative solutions that address your business challenges and support your long-term learn more about NexusTek, visit NexusTek Contact: Pavle MajerleNexusTek877-243-8482info@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NexusTek Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Techday NZ
12-06-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Umbrellar wins Pax8 MVP award for APAC cloud infrastructure
Umbrellar Technology Group has received the 2025 Pax8 MVP Infrastructure Award for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The award was announced at Beyond 2025, an event for Pax8 partners that took place in Denver, recognising companies that have demonstrated significant revenue growth, advanced cloud adoption, and contributed to the global success of their clients. Award recognition Umbrellar Technology Group's win stands out among 34 award recipients, reflecting its achievements in supporting the cloud infrastructure needs of customers across New Zealand and the wider APAC region. "We are incredibly honoured to receive the Pax8 MVP Infrastructure Award at Beyond 2025 in Denver, Colorado. This recognition reflects the unwavering commitment of our team to delivering cloud solutions that empower customers, accelerate growth and enable an AI future across Aotearoa and beyond. We're proud to be recognized by Pax8 as a leader in shaping the future of infrastructure innovation," said Ian Hassell, Chief Executive Officer, Umbrellar Technology Group. The award highlights the role Umbrellar Technology Group has played in facilitating digital transformation and supporting the adoption of cloud technologies within a competitive market. Pax8 partner achievements According to Pax8, the Beyond 2025 awards programme is designed to showcase the contributions of their partners to technological transformation and business impact within their respective markets. "We are inspired by our partners' innovation and drive when it comes to supporting their customers with leading-edge cloud solutions and now AI initiatives. We are honoured to award our partner's ongoing efforts to empower customers with technology that transforms business and ultimately drives customer growth," said Lane Brannan, General Manager and Executive Vice President of Pax8 Americas. The focus of the awards this year extended to companies who are not only delivering cloud platforms but also providing customers with support for artificial intelligence projects, reflecting evolving industry priorities. Conference context Beyond 2025 spanned three days and provided Pax8 partners with the opportunity for immersive learning through keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and networking. Industry leaders offered insights on current business and technology trends, and 34 awards in total were presented to partner organisations. Umbrellar Technology Group's inclusion as the MVP Infrastructure Award winner for the APAC region positions the company as a notable contributor to cloud adoption and infrastructure solutions. Impact in New Zealand and beyond Umbrellar Technology Group, headquartered in New Zealand, delivers scalable infrastructure and cloud management services, working closely with partners such as Microsoft. The company has expanded its services to support artificial intelligence enablement, reflecting the digital priorities of organisations across Aotearoa and in the APAC region. The recognition by Pax8 comes as the IT sector continues to prioritise security, flexibility, and growth through cloud adoption for small and medium-sized businesses. Pax8, which connects partners, vendors, and businesses globally, has described the collaboration with its nearly 40,000 managed service provider partners as integral to driving solution consumption and customer growth worldwide. Follow us on: Share on:
