Commvault Honors Leading Partners in AI Recovery at SHIFT 2026
In an era where data protection is paramount, Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT) showcased its commitment to resilience and recovery strategies during the SHIFT 2026 conference held in Nashville on November 10, 2026. The event emphasized the growing significance of artificial intelligence (AI) in data recovery, celebrating the partners who exemplified excellence in this domain.
Celebrating Partner Excellence
During the second annual Commvault Fearless Awards, the company recognized several partners who have greatly contributed to enhancing data protection, cloud solutions, and overall cyber readiness. Brian Lanigan, Chief Partner Officer at Commvault, highlighted the vast potential that comes from combining deep partner expertise with their robust technology. He stated, "AI ambition is only as powerful as the resilience behind it. Customers need partners who can turn that ambition into real-world protection and recovery."
The spotlight shone brightly on several winners:
- - Global Partner of the Year: Everpure
- - AMER Partner of the Year: CDW
- - EMEA Partner of the Year: SoftwareOne
- - APAC Partner of the Year: NCS
- - India Partner of the Year: Yotta
These recognitions reflect the unwavering commitment of these partners in securing critical data and innovating solutions that empower organizations to harness AI technologies effectively.
Insights from the Winners
The awarded partners shared their thoughts on the accolades. Ricardo Moreno, VP of Global Partner Sales at Everpure, expressed pride in being named Global Partner of the Year, underscoring the importance of secure storage combined with reliable recovery systems that protect data critical to AI operations. Similarly, Karl Schulz, Vice President of Product and Partner Management at CDW, noted, "Being named Commvault's AMER Partner of the Year reflects the impact of our partnership in helping customers protect critical data and strengthen recovery readiness."
Nunzio Panto from SoftwareOne acknowledged the collaborative effort behind their success, emphasizing the exceptional dedication of their team alongside Commvault’s technology that enables them to deliver outstanding value to customers.
Lim Keong of NCS highlighted the partnership's role in bridging the gap between AI innovation and cyber resilience, reinforcing how their combined services fortify critical data against potential threats. Sashishekhar Panda from Yotta pointed out how the evolving landscape of AI needs to prioritize data protection and compliance, showcasing the value of their infrastructure in maintaining data integrity.
Launch of the Commvault Impact Awards
Alongside the Fearless Awards, Commvault also introduced the Commvault Impact Awards, aimed at celebrating organizations that exemplify resilience through their utilization of Commvault solutions. This year's winners included:
- - Luminary Award: LC Waikiki
- - Protector Award: University of Rochester Medicine
- - Navigator Award: Siemens Healthineers
- - Steward Award: B.L. Harbert International
These awards further emphasize Commvault's mission to promote resilience among enterprises navigating the complexities of the digital landscape.
Learn and Collaborate at SHIFT Virtual 2026
The excitement continued during SHIFT 2026 with numerous sessions led by various partners who shared their expertise and insights. Attendees can still register for SHIFT Virtual on November 18 to access these invaluable sessions. Through these engagements, Commvault aims to strengthen its community and foster an environment where collaboration leads to greater innovation and preparedness for future challenges.
About Commvault
Commvault is at the forefront of delivering continuous recovery solutions tailored for the AI era, empowering organizations to withstand disruptions while ensuring their critical data and systems are always recoverable. With a focus on resilience, Commvault's solutions encompass both cloud-native and hybrid environments, leveraging the latest technological advancements to safeguard the fabric of organizational operations.
As enterprises increasingly adopt AI technologies, the recognition of partners who excel in ensuring data security and recovery readiness becomes vital. Commvault's initiatives stand as a testament to their commitment to fostering a collaborative ecosystem that drives progress and innovation in data protection.