Happy New Year! I’m incredibly excited to kick off 2026 as the new Channel Chief at Fusion Connect. It’s an honor to lead such a dynamic partner ecosystem, one that continues to drive innovation, growth, and real results for customers.
This year, my focus is all about you. We're prioritizing partner enablement, accelerating pipeline opportunities, and making sure you have everything you need to close more deals, faster. From new tools and resources to exciting partner contests and incentives rolling out soon, we’re here to help you thrive.
Looking forward to a big year, together.
– Mark Blanchard Channel Chief, Fusion Connect
Get Connected in the New Partner Portal
Our new Partner Portal gives you a firsthand look at how Fusion Connect supports partners with co-branded assets, sales tools, and ongoing enablement. It’s designed to make it easier to position solutions, start conversations, and grow confidently with us. Reach out to your regional channel manager to learn how to gain access to the new portal.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium vs. E3: Which Is Right for Your Customers?
Choosing the right Microsoft licensing can make a big impact on productivity, security, and cost. In this blog, we break down the differences between Microsoft 365 Business Premium and E3 — and explain how Fusion Connect helps businesses select, deploy, and optimize the right solution. Read the full blog to help guide smarter Microsoft conversations with your customers.
A national law firm needed a more secure, efficient way to connect teams across multiple locations. Fusion Connect helped modernize their communications with a unified, cloud-based solution that improved collaboration, responsiveness, and cost control. This real-world example highlights how the right network strategy can support productivity in high-stakes environments. Contact your regional channel manager to learn the full story and explore how this approach could work for your customers.
FEATURED SPIFF
Kick Off the Year Strong with the Q1 SPIFF. A new quarter means new opportunities to win. Our Q1 SPIFF is designed to help you start the year with momentum, rewarding partners for closing deals and driving growth early in 2026.Contact your dedicated regional channel manager for SPIFF details and strategies to maximize your earnings this quarter.
We’re kicking off the year with a lineup of industry events and partner gatherings in January and early February. These events are a great opportunity to connect with our team, talk strategy, and explore new ways we can grow together in 2026. Take a look at where we’ll be next—and if you’d like to meet with us at an upcoming event, let your regional channel manager know.
Upcoming Highlights:
1/22: Gage Technologies SKO- Fort Worth, TX
1/28: Bluewave SKO- Philadelphia, PA
2/2-2/5: Telarus SKO- Glendale, AZ
2/11: Telarus IT Expo Reception- FT. Lauderdale, FL
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