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John Walters is a figure deeply embedded in the dynamics of technology distribution within the Asia-Pacific region. With a keen interest in fostering robust partnerships and expanding market presence, his work involves strategic alignment with various tech giants and innovative cybersecurity firms. Walters' initiatives often revolve around enhancing the distribution channels for cutting-edge technology solutions, including cloud security and infrastructure services, thereby aiding in their regional growth and accessibility.

Walters not only focuses on business expansion but also champions the health of the industry. His proactive approach is evident from his open communications with vendors, urging them to support the growth of the channel ecosystem. His leadership at NEXTGEN is marked by strategic acquisitions and key appointments that aim to bolster the company's influence and capabilities across government and corporate sectors, underscoring his commitment to both growth and operational excellence within the technology distribution landscape.

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How Okta partners with NextGen to enable Australian cybersecurity partners

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Okta is enhancing its partnership with NextGen to expand its cybersecurity offerings in Australia and New Zealand, addressing the growing demand in the market.
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Cloudera partners with NEXTGEN to expand across ANZ market

Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Cloudera partners with NEXTGEN for wider ANZ distribution, aiming to meet soaring hybrid data platform demand. Australian cloud spend to hit AUD $23.3B in 2024.
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Confluent partners with NEXTGEN to expand in ANZ region

Tue, 28th May 2024
Confluent partners with NEXTGEN to expand its data streaming tech into ANZ, leveraging NEXTGEN's expertise to support over 30 regional partners.
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Exclusive Networks acquires NEXTGEN Group to bolster APAC presence

Fri, 29th Mar 2024
Cybersecurity giant, Exclusive Networks, unveils plans to fully acquire channel services firm, NEXTGEN Group, boosting its market presence across the Asia-Pacific region.
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XM Cyber picks NextGen Group as first APAC distributor

Fri, 15th Sep 2023
XM Cyber, a hybrid cloud security company, has entered a new partnership with NextGen, its first value-added distributor (VAD) in Asia Pacific.
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IBM welcomes two new distributors, Arrow Electronics and NEXTGEN

Fri, 15th Sep 2023
IBM has announced the appointment of two new value-added distributors to optimise existing routes to market and accelerate the growth of new technologies.
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NEXTGEN to offer Oracle cloud infrastructure services in ANZ

Fri, 19th May 2023
The tie-up will enable channel partners to access Oracle Autonomous Database, Oracle Container Engine for Kubernetes, AI Infrastructure and Oracle Analytics.
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NEXTGEN appoints Mick Lehmann as General Manager Government

Fri, 2nd Sep 2022
Former military Colonel and Splunk executive, Mick Lehmann, joins NEXTGEN as GM Government, with a focus on investing and growing public sector business.
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CrowdStrike onboards NEXTGEN as ANZ distribution partner

Mon, 11th Oct 2021
CrowdStrike has selected NEXTGEN as its distribution partner for Australia and New Zealand, expanding its presence in the region.
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Cloudian ramps up ANZ partnership growth

Wed, 26th Aug 2020
Cloudian is expanding in Australia and New Zealand with new partners including BEarena, CodeBlue, CU2 Global, and Qirx.
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Distie CEO plea to vendors: “Keep our Industry Healthy”

Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
NEXTGEN CEO John Walters has released an open letter to vendors, asking them to move their direct business to the channel.