ST. CLOUD, MINN., APRIL 1, 2026 – Marco Technologies today announced it has been named Partner of the Year by Barracuda Networks, Inc., a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats for all size business. The 2026 Barracuda Partner Awards honor top-performing channel partners that consistently deliver exceptional customer outcomes and play a pivotal role in driving innovation, growth, and security excellence across the Barracuda ecosystem.
Dustin Bonn, Vice President of IT Operations at Marco, states:
"Receiving this recognition from Barracuda is a true honor and a reflection of the incredible team we have at Marco. Our partnership with Barracuda has been instrumental in helping us deliver the advanced cybersecurity solutions our clients need to stay protected in an increasingly complex threat landscape. We're proud of the outcomes we've achieved together and look forward to continuing to drive innovation and resilience for the businesses we serve."
Marco accepted the award at Barracuda Sales Kickoff, the company’s unified premier partner conference. This year’s event in Atlanta brought together hundreds of managed service providers (MSPs), resellers, distributors, and hybrid partners from across the region to collaborate, exchange insights, and explore the innovations shaping the future of cybersecurity.
“Partners like Marco are essential to our mission of simplifying cybersecurity and empowering organizations to build cyber resilience and stay ahead of emerging threats,” said Michelle Hodges, Senior Vice President of Global Channels and Alliances at Barracuda. “This award highlights their unwavering commitment to protecting customers as threats continue to evolve, while showcasing their leadership in driving innovation and growth across the channel. We’re proud to celebrate their achievements and the meaningful impact we continue to create together.”
Marco is a leading provider of managed print services, IT solutions, and technology services for organizations nationwide. With deep expertise across healthcare, education, and enterprise environments, Marco partners with organizations to design, deploy, and support secure, scalable technology programs that drive operational efficiency and long-term value. Learn more at marconet.com.
Marco has been a Norwest Equity Partners (NEP) portfolio company since 2015 and has executed 31 strategic acquisitions as part of its ongoing growth strategy.
Barracuda is a leading global cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats for all size business. Our AI-powered BarracudaONE platform secures email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, managed XDR, and a centralized dashboard to maximize protection and strengthen cyber resilience. Trusted by hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide, Barracuda delivers powerful defenses that are easy to buy, deploy, and use.
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