Volume 25, Issue 4 | December 2025
As 2025 races to the finish line, we’re not just looking back—we’re celebrating a year defined by acceleration, innovation, and transformation. This special edition of the Climb Basecamp Newsletter is your ultimate highlight reel of how we reimagined distribution and empowered partners to move faster than ever.
From groundbreaking events that united our ecosystem to thought leadership that shaped the conversation, every milestone reflects our commitment to speed to market and data-driven strategies that deliver results. Explore the awards that recognized our success, the cutting-edge technologies that fueled growth, and the complementary solutions that helped partners thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.
We’ll spotlight the incredible vendor partners who drove innovation across our quarterly themes and showcase the Market Makers who set the pace for 2025—and beyond. Plus, don’t miss our heartfelt With Love, Climb campaign, where we shine a light on the passionate people behind the scenes and the charitable initiatives that made a real impact this year.
CLIMB NEWS
2025 Climb Events:
A Year in Review
Take a look back at the incredible events Climb hosted this year! From our annual SKO and CPC to regional partner summits that brought together field sales, vendors, and reseller partners—these moments truly set Climb apart.
Head to the blog to watch video spotlights and discover how you can get involved in 2026. Plus, stay tuned for our Q1 newsletter when we launch a dedicated events page on the Climb website!
Climb Leadership Insights:
Driving the Channel Forward
Our executives are sharing their expertise on what shapes success in today’s IT distribution landscape. Explore these powerful perspectives:
- How Speed to Market Shapes Distribution Success – Tim Popovich, COO
- What I Learned Moving from Enterprise IT to the Channel – Vishal Pushpa, CIO
- Why Emerging Tech Needs a Different Kind of Distributor – Charles Bass, Chief Alliances Officer
- How the Channel Will Power the Next Wave of AI Adoption – Carlos Rodrigues, President of North America
Dive into the articles above by clicking the links to gain actionable insights and stay ahead in the evolving channel.
New Vendors, New Opportunities!
Our executives are sharing their expertise on what shapes success in today’s IT 2025 was a big year for growth at Climb! We proudly welcomed an exciting lineup of vendors to our portfolio—each bringing innovative solutions to help partners succeed. From cutting-edge cybersecurity to emerging tech and cloud services, these additions strengthen our commitment to delivering the best in IT distribution.
Explore the full list of vendors we launched this year and discover how their solutions can elevate your business.
Climb Wins BIG in 2025!
This year, Climb earned major recognition across the channel—from vendor awards to industry honors. These achievements reflect the strength of our partnerships and the dedication of our team.
Check out the full list of awards we brought home in Q1, Q2, and Q3, and see why 2025 was a year to celebrate!
Quarterly Themes – 2025 Recap
Each quarter, we spotlighted a key theme designed to showcase our diverse technology categories and forward-thinking vendor partners. These themes highlight the innovations shaping the IT channel—from cybersecurity and cloud to emerging tech and beyond. Dive into the blogs from each quarter to see which vendors were featured and how their solutions can help you stay ahead. Check out Q1-Q4 below!
Climb Team Spotlight:
Charitable Giving & With Love, Climb Campaign
Each quarter, we shine a light on the incredible people behind Climb—but this quarter is extra special! As we wrap up the year, our spotlight turns to the heart of our organization: giving back. Through our With Love, Climb campaign, we’re spreading gratitude, fostering unity, and supporting charitable causes that make a real difference. From employee messages of appreciation to donations that help communities thrive, this initiative reflects our commitment to doing good together.
Market Makers:
Defining the Channel
In 2025, we launched our Market Maker Video Series, collaborating with vendors across the board to showcase how they’re shaping the future of IT. These videos highlight the innovators, disruptors, and thought leaders redefining what’s possible in the channel—from cutting-edge cybersecurity to next-gen cloud and emerging technologies. Celebrate the standout vendors of 2025 and get ready for an even bigger lineup in 2026. The market is evolving—see who’s leading the way!
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