MONTRÉAL, November 16, 2023 – Sherweb an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, today announced that it is joining forces with SentinelOne, a global leader in AI security, to better serve the cybersecurity needs of Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

As part of the partnership, SentinelOne’s security stack will be available through a simple one-click button in Sherweb’s marketplace. This will give over 7,500 MSPs who transact with Sherweb access to SentinelOne’s endpoint protection solutions, including the Singularity^TM XDR Platform that offers AI-powered prevention, detection, and response.

“Cybersecurity is a major focus for Sherweb. We work closely with MSPs to help them meet their clients’ demands when it comes to modern security and compliance,” said Matthew Cassar, Co-CEO of Sherweb. “We are committed to making the best products available to MSPs in the easiest way possible. Adding market-leading vendors like SentinelOne is proof of this commitment.”

“The cyber threat landscape is rapidly evolving and businesses face an increasing number of attacks,” said Chris Catanzaro, Vice President MSSP, SentinelOne. “Together with Sherweb, we can provide access to leading AI-based solutions that empower enterprises to automatically detect and mitigate them and secure their future in an easy, cost-effective way.”

SentinelOne’s offerings will be available through Sherweb’s marketplace in early 2024.

About SentinelOne

SentinelOne is a leader in AI security. SentinelOne’s Singularity™ Platform detects, prevents, and responds to cyber attacks at machine speed, empowering organizations to secure endpoints, cloud workloads, containers, identities, and mobile and network-connected devices with speed, accuracy and simplicity. Over 11,000 customers, including Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and Global 2000 companies, as well as prominent governments, trust SentinelOne to secure the future today. To learn more, visit www.sentinelone.com

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MONTRÉAL, October 27, 2023 – Sherweb, an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, announced that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized James Welburn, Product Sales Manager, among their list of “100 People You Don’t Know But Should 2023.”

This recognition is a testament to James’ exceptional contributions to the channel. Since joining Sherweb in 2019, James has consistently demonstrated a profound understanding of cloud distribution technology’s intricate nuances and his efforts have spurred innovation by bringing together diverse perspectives.

“James’ commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends and his implementation of our BPGI have made him an invaluable asset to our team and the industry as a whole,” said Michael Slater, Head of Sales, Microsoft and Cybersecurity. “Working with someone of James’ caliber has been an honor, and we look forward to seeing his continued growth and success in the channel. This recognition by CRN is well-deserved.”

James is a key member of a larger team of experts invested in MSP growth and business opportunities. Sherweb’s singular goal is to provide their partners with more of what they need. Mr. Slater added, “We are confident that his innovative spirit and dedication will continue to drive our company’s success and empower MSPs across North America.”

The winners were chosen by the CRN editorial staff and the 2023 100 People You Don’t Know But Should list are featured in the October 2023 issue of CRN magazine and is also available online at CRN.com.

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MONTRÉAL, October 20, 2023 – Sherweb, a global cloud marketplace leader, is pleased to announce it has raised CA$35,004 for children with cancer through its partnership with Leucan, a charity organization based in Quebec.

With the goal of $21,000 exceeded, this amount will help fund fun activities for children hospitalized with cancer in the Eastern Townships and provide some much-needed respite to the young patients themselves and their families.

This year’s fundraising activities included a physical challenge for employees to virtually cover the distance between all Sherweb’s staff locations across North America, as well as secondary initiatives: a bootcamp at Mont Hatley, restaurant promotions in the Townships, a golf tournament and a pizza party.

58 participants decided to take on the 2023 challenge and traveled 16,463 kilometers across the continent (10,230 miles) while raising $17,502. Five corporate sponsors also contributed – thank you! These are Société immobilière Immex, ASD promotions, Corporate Traveller, Chez Louis and la Taverne Alexandre.

True to tradition, Sherweb matched all donations for a final amount of $35,004.

A special acknowledgement to the following Sherweb employees who raised the most for this initiative:

1. Marc-André Fontaine: $1,720
2. Normand Bédard: $1,444
3. Martin Gagné: $1,000

The challenge is now over, but it is possible to make a donation to Leucan at any time. All help is appreciated, and every little bit helps children with cancer. To contribute, please visit this page.

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MONTRÉAL, October 12, 2023 – Sherweb, an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, recently announced the promotion of Laura Holdright to the position of Vice President of Security and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC).

This appointment demonstrates and reinforces Sherweb’s ongoing commitment to the safety of employees, partners and customers across the company’s business lines and operations. As the security landscape continue to evolve, Laura’s background conducting comprehensive operational reviews and audits to improve risk and compliance policies and processes, organizational practices and defined procedures represents another layer of protection against cybercrime.

“Since joining Sherweb in September 2022, Laura has demonstrated impactful leadership and expertise in the realm of Security and Compliance,” said Alain Brisson, Sherweb’s Chief Operating Officer. “Her strategic thinking and commitment to upholding the highest standards have significantly contributed to Sherweb’s security posture and will ultimately also benefit our managed service providers (MSPs).”

“The cybersecurity threat landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, organizations must remain diligent in their efforts to identify and initiate new cybersecurity practices. This includes MSPs when it comes to protecting their clients against cyberthreats,” said Holdright. “I am grateful for the opportunity to lead such a fantastic security organization, and with this new role, to be able to further support Sherweb’s strategy in realizing our cybersecurity objectives.”

Laura has previously worked in IT companies such as BlackBerry, and both US and Canadian start-ups. She holds an LLM in business law specializing in privacy and regulatory compliance.

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MONTRÉAL, July 10, 2023 – Sherweb, an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, announced today that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Michael Slater, Head of Sales, Channel Marketplace a 2023 Inclusive Channel Leader.

CRN’s Inclusive Channel Leader Award celebrates IT professionals striving to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing efforts that go above and beyond to foster an environment where all employees are valued, empowered, and given equal opportunities for growth and success.

“I’m passionate about devoting effort and resources towards nurturing diversity, equity and inclusivity initiatives,” Michael said. When asked what this distinction meant to him, he added, “As a member of the Inclusive Leadership Network Advisory Board, I take pride in learning about and promoting inclusivity and using this knowledge to connect with great talent.”

“At Sherweb, we believe that a commitment to diversity goes beyond mere representation; it encompasses embracing diverse thoughts, perspectives, and ideas,” Alexandra Lebel, VP of Human Resources at Sherweb said. “Every team member should feel valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, which ultimately enhances our ability to serve our customers with excellence.”

The winners were chosen by the CRN editorial staff and the 2023 Inclusive Channel Leaders list will be featured in the July 2023 DEI Special Issue of CRN Magazine and online at https://www.crn.com/inclusive-leaders.

About The Channel Company

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The updated branding demonstrates Sherweb’s commitment to connect MSPs with innovative solutions they won’t find with other cloud service providers. These include proprietary services designed to enhance cybersecurity efforts, such as managed detection and response for Microsoft 365 and the backup-as-a-service (BaaS) solution, Microsoft 365 backup powered by Veeam.

“Since Sherweb began as a web hosting provider in 1998, we’ve continued to evolve to meet the needs of MSPs. We want our branding to reflect this same focus,” said Marc-André Fontaine, Vice President, Marketing & Client Experience at Sherweb. “We’re committed to providing MSPs with value-added services that make them more resilient, grow their cloud business and address their key business challenges, such as our helpdesk service which alleviates the stress of managing talent and lets them focus on growing and scaling their business.”

“Meanwhile, our marketplace remains a core part of our business and we’ll be adding new products throughout the year. We’re also investing in improving the overall experience of doing business with Sherweb. We can’t wait to show MSPs all the ways that we’re more than a cloud marketplace.”

The first phase of the new branding is reflected on Sherweb’s website: www.sherweb.com

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MONTRÉAL, May 09, 2023 – Sherweb, an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, announced today that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has named seven of its leaders to the 2023 list of Women of the Channel.

This annual award recognizes IT channel professionals for their accomplishments and the anticipated influence they will have in the technology sector in the future. The Sherweb recipients are leaders with diverse backgrounds across several departments:

• Audrey Lopez, Product Marketing Manager, Office Protect
• Deanna Sparling, Product Sales Manager, Office Protect
• Josee Baillargeon, Director, MSP Help Desk and Telco Support
• Meghan McCoubrey, Product Marketing Manager, Marketplace
• Stephanie Groulx Product Manager, Dynamics 365 & Power Platform
• Tram Nguyen, Lead Product Manager, Productivity & Business Applications
• Veronique Genest, Marketing Manager, Events

Each of these women play pivotal roles at Sherweb and as channel advocates, empowering MSPs and helping them succeed in an evolving business landscape.

“We’re proud to have so many talented women at Sherweb recognized by CRN as channel leaders,” said Alexandra Lebel, VP of Human Resources at Sherweb. “Women continue to be underrepresented in the tech industry, especially in leadership positions. That’s why it’s important to elevate their stories and celebrate their achievements. We look forward to seeing the impact these seven individuals will continue to make on the channel and at Sherweb.”

The winners were chosen by the CRN editorial staff. The 2023 Women of the Channel list will be featured in the June 2023 issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/WOTC.

About The Channel Company

The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequaled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. Learn more at www.thechannelco.com.

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MONTRÉAL, February 8, 2023 – Sherweb, an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, announced today that CRN, a brand of the Channel Company, has recognized three Sherweb executives on its annual list of Channel Chiefs: Vice President of Sales, Jim O’Driscoll; Vice President of Marketing and Client Experience, Marc-André Fontaine; and Head of Sales, Channel Marketplace, Michael Slater.

The CRN editorial staff compile the list each year and select leaders that are making a positive impact in the IT channel. This is Jim O’Driscoll’s first appearance on this esteemed list, as he joined Sherweb early last year, while Marc-André Fontaine and Michael Slater were also recognized in 2022.

“The entire Sherweb team is delighted to see three members of our leadership team recognized by CRN this year,” says Sherweb COO Alain Brisson. “Each of them plays a key role in strengthening channel relationships and elevating the channel community. They also exhibit a strong determination to drive innovation forward as we help our partners grow their business and reach new heights.”

The full list of 2023 CRN Channel Chiefs will be featured in the February 2023 issue of CRN magazine and is also available online at CRN.com.

About CRN and The Channel Company

Backed by nearly 40 years of technology channel experience, The Channel Company is the leader in media, events, insights and marketing services for technology vendors, solution providers and IT professionals. Our media brand, CRN, is the #1 trusted source for IT channel news, analysis and insight. The IT channel is our sole focus and passion. We understand the unique challenges facing the partner and vendor ecosystem better than any other media network.

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MONTRÉAL, January 25, 2023 – Sherweb, an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, today announced changes to its executive team, designed to enhance the overall partner experience for managed service providers (MSPs) and accelerate the development of partner services.

Joining Sherweb as the new Vice President, Product is Benji Germain. Mr. Germain will oversee a growing marketplace and services offering with the aim of strengthening Sherweb’s partner services through portfolio expansion and new managed solutions. With over 20 years of experience in the IT and telecom sectors, he began his career at Nortel and most recently worked as a national director at Bell Canada.

Additionally, Marc-André Fontaine is taking on new responsibilities as the Vice President, Marketing and Client Experience. This shift ensures increased cross-functional alignment and will streamline the experience for MSPs throughout their entire customer journey with Sherweb.

“As Sherweb continues to grow and the MSP market changes, our organizational structure must evolve as well. These management changes position us to drive our business forward, successfully carry out our initiatives, and deliver a more efficient experience for MSPs,” said Matthew Cassar, Co-CEO and founder of Sherweb. “Recruiting key talent remains a top priority. There are vacancies across the company that we want to fill as soon as possible to help fuel our ambitions and ongoing success.”

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MONTRÉAL, December 1, 2022 – Sherweb, an award-winning cloud marketplace leader, announced the addition of Malwarebytes, an endpoint security solution that offers unmatched protection for organizations of any size, to its cloud solutions portfolio.

Malwarebytes provides advanced endpoint protection for maximum peace of mind in an evolving threat landscape. It can be used to provide powerful protection on its own or combined with other solutions to create a layered defense. Studies have shown that Malwarebytes found and removed hidden threats on 39% of devices with another antivirus installed, making it the clear choice for MSPs who want to offer their clients the most robust protection available.

“Sherweb is focused on providing MSPs solutions that free them up to do more,” said Jason Brown, Vice President, Channel Marketplace at Sherweb. “When it comes to cybersecurity, being able to streamline as much of their workflow as possible is crucial for our very busy partners. We think they’ll find that Malwarebytes can help with that.”

One of the ways Malwarebytes helps Managed Service Providers efficiently handle endpoint security is through their OneView platform. MSPs can manage all customer sites and endpoints from a single view to rapidly detect and remediate threats with this intuitive multi-tenant cloud-based platform.

“MSPs count on Sherweb to be a one-stop resource for their security needs. We are thrilled to offer MSPs the opportunity to manage endpoint security through the Malwarebytes OneView platform via Sherweb’s trusted cloud marketplace,” said Brian Thomas, Malwarebytes Vice President of Worldwide MSP and Channel programs.

Malwarebytes is now available to MSPs through Sherweb for their clients based in the USA and Canada.

About Malwarebytes

Malwarebytes provides consumers and organizations with device protection, privacy, and prevention through effective, intuitive, and inclusive solutions. A world-class team of researchers and security experts enable Malwarebytes to protect millions of customers and combat existing and never-before-seen threats using artificial intelligence and machine learning. For more information, visit www.malwarebytes.com

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