CISCO PARTNER SUMMIT 2025 – World Wide Technology (WWT) has been named Global Enterprise Partner of the Year, Americas Partner of the Year, Mass Scale Infrastructure Partner of the Year and Asia Pacific Growth Partner of the Year. Softchoice, a World Wide Technology company, has been named Canada Security Partner of the Year at Cisco Partner Summit 2025. Cisco’s Partner Summit Global Awards recognize top-performing partners demonstrating service excellence and innovation in delivering solutions that help customers succeed in new ways. Awarded to partners for standout success and exemplary sales and service, Partner Summit Global Awards are the highest form of recognition for Cisco partners.

“Receiving the Global Enterprise Partner of the Year, Americas Partner of the Year, Mass Scale Infrastructure Partner of the Year, Asia Pacific Growth Partner of the Year and more than a dozen additional honors from Cisco is a reflection of the shared vision and dedication we’ve built with Cisco over the past 30 years,” said Bob Olwig, EVP Global Partner Alliances, WWT. “Together with Softchoice, we’re committed to delivering transformative, results-driven solutions that empower our clients worldwide as they accelerate their AI and digital transformation journeys. Thank you to Cisco for your valued partnership and recognition.”

“Security needs are accelerating fast, and this recognition reflects the real impact we’re delivering by helping customers protect their environments with more simplicity and confidence,” said Chris Woodin, Senior Vice President, Solutions and Alliances at Softchoice. “And now, as part of WWT, we’re taking that even further with expanded Cisco expertise, global capabilities, and new ways to drive stronger security outcomes.”

This year, WWT and Softchoice were recognized for their exceptional performance and impact, earning multiple awards at Cisco Partner Summit 2025:

Global Awards

Americas Partner of the Year

Enterprise Partner of the Year

Mass Scale Infrastructure Partner of the Year

Asia Pacific Growth Partner of The Year

Americas Geo Awards

Americas Partner of the Year

Enterprise Partner of the Year

Canada Security Partner of the Year (Softchoice)

USA Partner of the Year

Services & Software Excellence Partner of the Year

Cloud & AI Infrastructure Partner of the Year

Marketing Partner of the Year

APJC Geo Awards

Growth Partner of The Year

Networking Partner of The Year

India Partner of the Year

Americas Region Area Awards

US East Area Award - Partner of the Year

US East Area Award - Collaboration Partner of the Year

US Central Area Award - Networking Partner of the Year

Federal Partner of the Year

Federal Defense Partner of the Year

EMEA Region Area Awards

UKI Enterprise Partner of the Year

UKI Services and Software Partner of the Year

UKI Splunk Partner of the Year

Together, across all global segments, WWT and Softchoice deliver unmatched scale, expertise, and reach, including:

• Deep industry expertise and tailored solutions for complex IT and business challenges
• Access to WWT’s Advanced Technology Center for hands-on labs and innovation
• Fast, reliable deployments through WWT’s Global Integration Centers
• Global fulfillment for international Cisco strategies
• End-to-end security, networking, computing, collaboration, and AI solutions aligned to Cisco’s portfolio
• Proactive optimization of Cisco software and Enterprise Agreements through SAM+, providing continuous visibility, insights, and guidance

WWT and Softchoice’s recognition underscores the strength of a unified model across every market segment. By combining WWT’s enterprise expertise and global scale with Softchoice’s proven success in the SMB and Commercial space, WWT and Softchoice bring the best of both organizations to every client— delivering enterprise-grade innovation with the flexibility and engagement trusted in high-growth markets. Together, they deliver the full spectrum of Cisco solutions that drive meaningful outcomes and help organizations make a new world happen.

About World Wide Technology

Founded in 1990, World Wide Technology (WWT) is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work^® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

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About Softchoice, a World Wide Technology company

Softchoice Corporation, a World Wide Technology company, is a software and cloud-focused IT solutions provider that equips people to be engaged, connected and creative at work, and organizations to be agile, innovative, and secure by delivering AI-powered cloud and digital workplace solutions. Through our mission, we unleash the potential in people and technology to unlock value for our customers as we guide them through their transformation journey with comprehensive end-to-end solutions. We have a highly engaged, high-performing team that is welcoming, inclusive, and diverse in thought and experience, and are certified as a Great Place to Work^® in Canada and the United States. For the past 20 years, we have consistently been recognized by Great Place to Work^® as a Best Workplace in Canada.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Discover more on The Newsroom and follow us on X at @Cisco.

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