There is a particular kind of energy that fills the room when partners gather with a shared mission. It is part strategy session, part reunion, part blueprint for what comes next. That spirit defined this year’s Rapid7 EMEA Partner Summit in Lisbon, Portugal. And that's exactly what our partners around the world are set to experience at Rapid7’s Global Virtual Partner Kick-off on March 11th.
During the Lisbon summit, it was exciting to see partners actively working with us to deliver better service to our joint customers. This level of interaction supports our core belief that partnerships shouldn't be transactional, they should be a continuous collaboration resulting in a positive shared outcome.
Suzanne Swanson, Rapid7’s VP of Global Channel Partnerships, highlights this shared energy and commitment:
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A shared path to customer success
A major focus of this year’s EMEA summit was what happens after the contract is signed.
“Today was really about how we work together once we've made the sale and brought the customer on board. How do we continue to add value and make them successful not only with Rapid7, but also in their general security posture?” noted Swanson.
Security is not a one-time event. It is an evolving discipline. Customers need consistent expertise, proactive detection and response, and partners who can wrap services, guidance, and strategic insight around technology investments.
At the Global Virtual Partner Kick-off on March 11th, we will share how our partners can:
Align with Rapid7’s 2026 strategy
Identify new pipeline and revenue opportunities
Gain competitive positioning insights
Understand regional priorities specific to local markets
Strengthen collaboration with Rapid7 leadership
Growth and retention move together, and partners are central to both.
PACT 2026: Building a program that works as hard as our partners
Partners attending the recent EMEA summit enjoyed an early view of the evolution of the Rapid7 PACT Partner Program for 2026, designed to make partnership easier, more rewarding, and more effective.
“This is more than just an annual program update, it’s a complete transformation, designed to fuel growth and unlock greater value for our partners,” said Kelly Hiscoe, Senior Director, Global Partner Programs & Experience. “On March 11, we’ll share a comprehensive look at the 2026 PACT Program during our Global Virtual Partner Kick-off.”
Partnerships built for scale
Organizations face a critical year ahead. Customers are merging platforms, and the demand for managed services is growing. Partners who align early, invest in training, and utilize the full Rapid7 portfolio will be in a prime position to lead.
This is a pivotal year for organizations everywhere. As customers streamline platforms and the demand for managed services accelerates, there is real opportunity ahead. We understand that by aligning early, investing in training, and making the most of the Rapid7 portfolio, our partners can truly position themselves as trusted security advisors.
Rapid7 partners: We can’t wait to see you on March 11th! Check your exclusive email invitation and register today for the Global Virtual Partner Kick-off.
