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Scale Computing Honors Its Partners at the 2025 Platform Summit Awards

On May 16, 2025, Scale Computing celebrated excellence in the tech industry by hosting the 2025 Platform Summit Awards in Las Vegas at the Resorts World venue. As a leading entity in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions, Scale Computing recognized its partners and IT leaders who have significantly contributed to innovation and success within the ecosystem. The event marked the culmination of the company's flagship conference, Platform//2025, devoted to IT professionals and technology partners.

The evening was a highlight for many attendees, who gathered to witness the acknowledgment of those showcasing high levels of achievement and collaboration in the industry. Scale Computing's co-founder and CEO, Jeff Ready, conveyed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "We are thrilled to celebrate the 2025 Scale Computing Platform Summit Awards winners and finalists. Their unwavering commitment to innovation reflects the heart of Scale Computing. We extend our gratitude to partners, customers, and industry colleagues for making this event a success. We're excited for Platform//2026 coming next April!"

Award Categories and Recognition

Winners and finalists were honored in various categories, a testament to the impactful collaboration within the Scale Computing community:

• - Partner Awards included categories like 'Outstanding Partner Momentum', for which Otava was recognized as the winner, and 'Edge Pioneer Partner of the Year', awarded to AHEAD. Other noteworthy partners included Five Star Technology Solutions and Les Olson Company.
• - Distribution Partners were also recognized with distinguished awards for North America and International regions. Ingram Micro took home the distribution partner award for North America, while Titan Data Solutions was honored for International excellence.
• - Customer Awards showcased IT leadership in edge and data center fields, with Jesse Wolcott and Jake Diana from Royal Farms winning the 'IT Leadership in Edge' category. The event recognized numerous industry trailblazers, from MSP (Managed Service Provider) leadership to marketing innovation.

The 2025 Platform Summit Awards highlighted the importance of collaboration across sectors and the ongoing evolution of technology. This year’s theme, "Let's innovate and transform together," served as a guiding principle for the conference's panels and sessions. Topics spanned innovations in virtualization technology, edge computing, AI, data security, and automation, all reflecting the changing dynamics of the tech landscape.

Sponsorship and Networking Opportunities

Many prominent sponsors supported Platform//2025, showcasing companies such as Lenovo, Otava, and Veeam. The conference provided dedicated networking opportunities for attendees, facilitating collaboration and the sharing of best practices. Everything from training and certification sessions to live discussions added immense value to the overall experience.

The gathering not only acknowledged past achievements but also paved the way for future innovations and partnerships. With many organizations eager to push the boundaries of what is possible in edge computing technology, the atmosphere buzzed with a sense of shared mission and collective growth.

Looking ahead, discussions have already begun about the next Platform Summit scheduled for April 2026, as anticipation grows within the tech community. Scale Computing remains at the forefront, championing innovation through its product offerings and extensive partner network.

For more information on Scale Computing and opportunities for next year’s summits, interested parties can reach out through email or visit the Scale Computing website for details about previous awards, highlighting contributors from past years.