Telesystem Announces New Elite Partnership with Bridgepointe Technologies

Northwood, OH – April 17, 2023 – Telesystem, a leading provider of nationwide managed technology solutions, has added top-tier tech advisory firm, Bridgepointe Technologies, to their Elite partner portfolio. Elite partners are selected by Telesystem based on size, scope, product alignment, and marketing resources. Bridgepointe Technologies becomes the tenth partner selected into Telesystem’s Elite program.

”When we evaluate a potential elite partnership, we look at a variety of factors that ultimately are geared toward making a positive impact to Telesystem’s overall channel strategy,” said Telesystem Chief Revenue Officer Bruce Wirt.  “We’re looking for a partner’s ability to impact the reach of our brand, the partner’s willingness to dig in with us on educational initiatives that will drive opportunities in the marketplace, the partner’s capability of producing a large volume of sales, and most importantly the partner’s strategy for working with Telesystem to build trusted long-term relationships with our customers.”

Through the new partnership, Bridgepointe will have access to Telesystem’s growing portfolio of managed solutions, which includes the pillars of voice, networking, and most recently cybersecurity solutions, which are branded under the ThreatProtector banner following that acquisition in 2022. The partnership aims to provide a streamlined solution for Bridgepointe's mid-market and enterprise clients seeking a comprehensive ‘inside-out’ approach to the selection, implementation, and management of their technological needs. Telesystem has developed a niche in the partner community for designing customized telecommunication solutions that are tailored to address each customer’s unique requirements for performance, security, and cost.

"We're thrilled to add Telesystem to our supplier portfolio as they're a market leader with a long-standing track record of helping their customer get more out of their IT infrastructure," said Gary Jacobs, VP of Operations and Sales Programs, Bridgepointe Technologies. "They're well-positioned to help Bridgepointe clients with many of the technologies they need to fuel growth and drive innovation in the current climate." 

Telesystem and Bridgepointe Technologies have the benefit of a longstanding partnership between their respective sales and leadership teams.  Wirt and Bridgepointe CSO Scott Kinka’s relationship dates back to their time together at ATX Communications in 2005.  Telesystem recognizes the significance of Bridgepointe's distinctive market strategy, which includes a committed partner network and the recent establishment of its Managing Partner division. As Telesystem expands its operations across the country, it is better equipped to provide comprehensive support to Bridgepointe's national partner and managing director sales teams.

“I am thrilled about the partnership between Bridgepointe and Telesystem and the positive impact it will have on both of our programs' expansion,” said Brian Buchman Senior Manager, Channel Sales. “We don’t take the addition of direct partners into our portfolio lightly, and this organization has been on our radar due to their activities and strategy in the channel. The partnership will enable both companies to leverage each other's strengths and resources, leading to a more robust and efficient program. With their expertise and our shared vision, I am confident that we can achieve great success together.”

Telesystem onboards their Elite Partners by providing comprehensive, vertically-based, training focused around the product silos that Telesystem supports through its nationwide 100G network. Services include traditional products like voice, access, and SDWAN, along with unique and complex solutions such as WiFi Engagement and Analytics, managed Internet with active DDoS mitigation, and comprehensive cybersecurity solutions.

Telesystem’s core go-to-market strategy revolves around developing technology solutions for SME organizations that value a trusted layer of expertise, and a managed experience that allows them to focus on their own business rather than vendor management.  Strategically, new business opportunities are typically driven through the technology brokerage channel.  Telesystem has umbrella agreements with major Technology firms like Scansource, Telarus, TBI, and Appsmart, among others.

Press inquiries for Telesystem should be directed to Morgan Hull – Marketing Generalist: mhull@telesystem.us

 About Telesystem

For over 25 years, Telesystem has been empowering businesses across the country with a range of innovative network, communication and collaboration solutions designed to address the business-specific needs of each customer. Guided by strategic partnerships and a customer-centric mission, these customized solutions are backed with white-glove implementation and 24/7 US-based support.

Telesystem currently delivers enterprise collaboration solutions and networking services to businesses in 45 states, DC and four foreign countries. Their customers include hospitals, universities, local public and private school districts, banks, multi-location retail establishments and regional government offices, to name a few. 

About Bridgepointe

Bridgepointe Technologies is a leading tech advisory firm that helps mid-market and enterprise companies bridge the gap between tech investments and business results. Over the past 20 years, Bridgepointe has worked with over 12,000 companies to save time by shortening the procurement process while saving money and increasing ROI. Supported by in-house, best-in-class Solution Architects and IT Strategists, the firm has developed a proven process to quickly drive time to value with tech investments. For more information about Bridgepointe please visit https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/