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Mainline Information Systems Announces Dan Rashba as New Chief Financial Officer
TALLAHASSEE, FL – July 1st, 2024 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Rashba as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With over 20 years of experience in finance, Dan brings a wealth of expertise in controlling, financial systems, analytics and insights, forecasting, and internal control and risk management. Rashba’s extensive background spans roles in both publicly traded and private equity-backed companies, showcasing his versatility and depth of knowledge in various financial domains. Prior to joining Mainline®, Rashba served as the Senior Vice President of Finance at TD SYNNEX, where he focused on driving transformational change, fostering innovative strategic thinking, designing robust financial systems and operations, and building high-performing teams through servant leadership. “Dan’s proven track record of financial leadership and his strategic vision make him an invaluable addition to our executive team,” said Jeff Dobbelaere, President and CEO of Mainline Information Systems. “As we continue to grow, Dan’s expertise in financial systems and risk management will be crucial in ensuring our financial health and supporting our strategic initiatives. His leadership will help us navigate the complexities of expansion while maintaining our commitment to innovation and excellence.” […]
Mainline Information Systems Recognized as United States Solution Provider of the Year by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Mainline® awarded for delivering innovative HPE technology solutions TALLAHASSEE, FL – June 18, 2024 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, has been recognized as United States Solution Provider of the Year by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). HPE announced the winners of its HPE Partner of the Year Awards 2024 in recognition of HPE partners who exemplify commitment and success in delivering value to their customers on their digital transformation journey. This recognition has been given to HPE partners who have achieved exceptional results in financial performance, innovative solutions, and meaningful business results. “The 2024 HPE Partner Awards are a recognition of the focus and dedication these companies continue to make in delivering successful business outcomes for their customers,” said Simon Ewington, VP of Worldwide Channel & Partner Ecosystem, HPE. “Partnering is in our DNA, and celebrating the tremendous investment these winners made in HPE innovation is one way we can showcase the impressive results we deliver together for customers.” “Our long-standing partnership with HPE and our deep investment in HPE solution expertise significantly enhance our ability to deliver innovative technology solutions to our customers,” stated Perry Carfagna, Mainline’s COO. “We are honored to be […]
Mainline Information Systems Announces Chief of Staff
Lynn Generalli appointed to help drive strategic initiatives and support growth plans TALLAHASSEE, FL – June 10, 2024 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lynn Generalli as Chief of Staff. Generalli brings a wealth of corporate development and business integration experience to her position, which will have an immediate impact on advancing the company’s strategic priorities. In this role, Generalli will oversee strategic initiatives, drive operational efficiency, and support the executive team in executing the company’s vision and goals. With a career spanning over 25 years in information technology, including 15 years at Mainline, Generalli has held various consulting and leadership positions demonstrating exceptional skills in process improvement, project management, business development, tooling and integrations. “Lynn’s extensive experience and proven track record in driving business success make her the perfect fit for Chief of Staff at Mainline,” said Jeff Dobbelaere, CEO of Mainline Information Systems. “Her deep understanding of our company’s inner workings, combined with her leadership and strategic insight, will be instrumental as we continue our ambitious growth journey.” Generalli commented: “As Mainline continues to evolve and expand into new markets and areas of growth, its […]
Mainline Information Systems Named Winner of Rubrik’s 2024 Global Partner Award for Emerging Partner of the Year
Mainline® recognized for delivering innovative, Rubrik-led cybersecurity solutions TALLAHASSEE, FL – June 5, 2024 Today, Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, announced it has been named the winner of Rubrik’s 2024 Global Partner Award for Emerging Partner of the Year. The Rubrik Global Partner Awards highlight partners that have demonstrated excellence in delivering Rubrik-led data security solutions and innovation to their customers. As a Rubrik Elite+ partner, Mainline has consistently leveraged Rubrik’s advanced technology to enhance our clients’ data protection, rapid recovery, and seamless cloud integration solutions. Mainline’s collaboration with Rubrik enables us to provide robust data security, reduce downtime, and boost operational efficiency for our clients. “Our elevated partnership with Rubrik underscores our dedication to delivering innovative and reliable IT solutions, helping our clients safeguard their data assets and maintain business continuity in an ever-evolving digital landscape,” stated Perry Carfagna, Mainline’s COO. “We are proud to be recognized by Rubrik as the Emerging Partner of the Year, reaffirming our commitment to providing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions.” Winners of the Global Partner Awards were announced at the Partner Forum at Rubrik Forward. The Forum brings together Rubrik leadership with its top partners to explore how […]
Mainline Information Systems Named Rising Star Partner of the Year, AMER by Veeam
Mainline® Recognized for Most Progress, Growth, and Dedication Toward Veeam Business TALLAHASSEE, FL – June 4, 2024 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, proudly announces it has been selected as the 2023 Rising Star Partner of the Year in the Americas region by Veeam® Software, the #1 leader by market share in Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery. The awards are held annually to reward the outstanding success and commitment of Veeam ProPartner and Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partners, who surpassed expectations by demonstrating expert knowledge of Veeam’s solutions. As a partner-first company, at the beginning of the year, Veeam introduced updates to its ProPartner program, focused on supporting partner profitability in a more predictable way while ensuring the partner’s business with Veeam is safeguarded. Winners were celebrated during VeeamON 2024, taking place in Fort Lauderdale, FL June 3 – 5. Mainline was recognized as Rising Star Partner of the Year Award, AMER for showing the most progress, growth, and dedication toward Veeam business. A dedicated partner is defined as selling Veeam on a consistent quarterly basis, achieving certification requirements as set forth by the ProPartner Program, and who stays engaged with Veeam […]
Mainline Information Systems Named Dell Technologies 2024 North America Storage Sales Partner of the Year
Mainline® Recognized for Triple-Digit Storage Revenue Growth TALLAHASSEE, FL – May 31, 2024 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, has been awarded 2024 North America Storage Sales Partner of the Year by Dell Technologies. Mainline was recognized for its exceptional performance in accelerating the sales of storage solutions, achieving triple-digit year-over-year revenue growth, and expanding the Dell storage buyer base by more than 20% annually. This prestigious award underscores Mainline’s dedication to delivering innovative storage solutions and its collaboration with Dell Technologies. As a Titanium partner in the Dell Technologies Partner Program, Mainline invests heavily in technology skills and certifications to deliver innovative, efficient, and cost-effective IT solutions. These efforts help clients modernize their infrastructures effectively. Our two-decade collaboration with Dell has significantly enhanced our capabilities to build and optimize our clients’ infrastructure systems across cloud, on-premises, and as-a-service platforms. “Mainline’s consistent growth is fueled by extensive client relationships, a deep understanding of their business initiatives, and our multi-vendor skill sets, enabling us to deliver best-fit, cost-effective IT solutions,” stated Ron Robbins, Mainline RTP CEO. “Dell Technologies plays a crucial role in enhancing our ability to provide advanced technology solutions to meet our clients’ […]
Mainline Information Systems Marketing Executive Recognized as CRN® 2024 Women of the Channel Power 100 Solution Provider
Marie Ashway, Mainline Marketing Executive, named to CRN® Channel 100 Solution Provider List TALLAHASSEE, FL – May 20, 2024 Mainline, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Marie Ashway, Director of Marketing, to its 2024 Power 100 Solution Providers list, an elite subgroup of honorees chosen from the 2024 Women of the Channel list. This recognition from CRN highlights 100 exceptional female executives at solution provider organizations, who bring their insight, influence, and expertise to their respective companies, playing a pivotal role in driving channel success. These women are honored for building robust relationships with their technology vendors and prioritizing exceptional customer experiences. The Solution Provider Power 100, complementing the longstanding Women of the Channel Power 100, annually celebrates the remarkable achievements of women within the channel, showcasing their invaluable contributions to the industry’s growth and innovation. The advancement of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is crucial for fostering innovation, driving economic growth, and ensuring diverse perspectives in problem-solving and decision-making. Women bring unique insights and approaches that enrich scientific research and technological development, leading to more comprehensive and effective solutions. At Mainline, […]
Mainline Information Systems Acquires Enterprise IT Security (EITS)
The EITS acquisition strengthens Mainline’s ability to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity solutions and services. TALLAHASSEE, FL – May 8, 2024 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced the acquisition of Enterprise IT Security (EITS). EITS, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, has built a reputation of delivering sustainable cybersecurity by addressing the architectural, organizational, and operational facets of information security. Bolstering extensive expertise and prestigious certifications in Palo Alto Networks, EITS ranks as the #1 Palo Alto Networks CPSP for service delivery in the US. EITS accounts for a remarkable 30% share of global experts holding both Cyberforce Guardian and Cyberforce Hero certifications. Furthermore, EITS’ expertise extends beyond Palo Alto Networks; they excel in Tenable, Fortinet, Extreme Networks, Cisco, Forescout, and various other industry leading cybersecurity platforms. This strategic acquisition not only accelerates Mainline’s organic growth strategy for cybersecurity offerings but also extends existing EITS clients access to Mainline’s extensive portfolio of IT solutions. Leo Chavez, Founder and CEO of EITS, will join Mainline as Field CISO to drive Mainline’s evolving cybersecurity strategy and paint its vision of sustainable cybersecurity for customers and partners. “EITS has built a dynamic team of cybersecurity experts committed to excellence above all […]
Mainline Announces Internal Reorganization
Mainline® completes internal restructuring from a Florida corporation to a Delaware limited liability company. TALLAHASSEE, FL – April 1, 2024 Mainline Information Systems is excited to announce that, as part of its acquisition by H.I.G. Capital, Mainline has completed its corporate conversion from a Florida corporation to a Delaware limited liability company. Mainline’s legal name is now Mainline Information Systems, LLC. Mainline is in the process of updating all state and federal registrations to reflect this change. A new W-9 is available from Mainline’s finance department upon request. Mainline’s federal employee identification number (“FEIN”) and ACH/banking information will remain the same; however, please note that going forward, Mainline will be considered a disregarded entity under MIS Topco, L.P., which is reflected in the W-9. More information is available from our finance department, available at AR@mainline.com. Mainline does not anticipate any changes to our corporate contracts as a result of this reorganization. For more information on H.I.G. Capital’s acquisition of Mainline, please see our press release. About Mainline Information Systems, LLC Mainline, a US company headquartered in Tallahassee, FL, is an information technology solutions and IT consulting firm, who architects and delivers innovative IT solutions, including cloud and hybrid cloud offerings, […]
Mainline Information Systems Named CRN® 2024 Tech Elite 250 Solution Provider
Mainline recognized for achieving top-tier status at leading IT manufacturers and software companies TALLAHASSEE, FL – March 20, 2024 Mainline Information Systems, a premier national provider of IT solutions and services, proudly announces its inclusion in CRN’s prestigious 2024 Tech Elite 250 Solution Provider list. CRN, a respected brand of The Channel Company, recognizes Mainline for its exceptional commitment to guiding clients through the intricate IT landscape while delivering superior solution integration and customer service. The Tech Elite 250 list features top-tier solution providers from the United States and Canada, distinguished by their exceptional partner levels and certifications from leading IT vendors such as AWS, Cisco, Dell, HPE, IBM, Nutanix, Palo Alto Networks, VMware, and more. This marks the 13th year that Mainline has earned a coveted position on CRN’s Tech Elite 250 list, underscoring the company’s unwavering dedication to providing effective, efficient solutions to its clients. The recent acquisition of Mainline by private equity firm H.I.G. Capital positions the company for accelerated growth. Strengthening partnerships with leading technology vendors and forging new alliances with emerging players is central to Mainline’s growth strategy. “As business needs continue to evolve, our customers rely on us for our expertise in designing and […]
Mainline Information Systems Named to 2024 CRN® Elite 150 of MSP 500 List
Mainline® Recognized as Top Managed IT Services Provider Company TALLAHASSEE, FL – February 21, 2024 Mainline, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Mainline Information Systems to the Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Elite 150 category. With the company’s extensive managed services portfolio, including on-premises and off-premises capabilities, and weighted toward the enterprise and midmarket segment, Mainline was named to the MSP Elite 150 list for its eight year. Mainline Managed Services provide businesses with innovative approaches to improve operational efficiencies, maximize return on IT investments, reduce capital spending, and address the challenges caused by IT skill gaps. An alternative to outsourcing, Mainline’s Managed IT Services are customized to meet the needs of each client. Additionally, Mainline offers Managed Maintenance Services which help extend the life of IT assets, reduce cost, and increase availability. “As businesses are challenged with finding IT skills and containing costs, we see a continued shift to a services-led model,” said Pat Sutton, Mainline VP of Managed Services. “Coupled with a transition to hybrid cloud, where it makes sense, our Managed Services solutions provide an efficient and reliable […]