8x8 Deepens Channel Commitment With New Elev8 Partner Program

8x8, Inc. (NYSE:EGHT), a leading cloud provider of voice, video, chat and contact center solutions for over one million users worldwide, today announced the launch of its Elev8 Partner Program, the next phase in its expanding channel strategy aimed at delivering unmatched support and value for 8x8's partner community. All current and future contracted partners will be immediately enrolled in the tiered program, with benefits targeting both master agents and sub agents.

The Elev8 program was designed to ensure that every member of 8x8's channel community has the necessary resources to thrive. Elev8 offers tiered levels of dedicated funds for lead generation and conversion, as well as highly customizable, white-gloved campaigns to reach prospects. In addition, the program includes activities such as Elev8 blitz days (8x8's channel pipeline generation initiative), account planning, product demos and custom co-branded prospect events. The Elev8 Partner Program has three designated tiers: X Partner, X Plus Partner and Infinity Partner.

"8x8 is a Channel first company, therefore the success of our channel program is critical," said John DeLozier, Channel Chief at 8x8. "Cloud communications and contact center have undergone massive shifts, and partner programs need to be designed in a way that reflects how these industries are changing. The Elev8 Partner Program exceeds industry standards and demonstrates to our channel partners that we're in the trenches assisting them as they convert customers from legacy, on-premises to cloud solutions. We're committed to providing the resources they need to succeed."

2019 has marked an aggressive year for 8x8's channel strategy. In 8x8's fourth quarter of fiscal 2019, channel bookings grew 91 percent year-over-year. The Elev8 Partner Program follows the launch of the 8x8 PartnerXchange platform, which enables channel partners to effectively and efficiently manage their 8x8-related business and drive sales of 8x8 solutions. The company was also recently named the UCaaS/CCaaS Provider of the Year by TBI Inc., the nation's leading third-party technology distributor and an 8x8 master agent.

About 8x8, Inc.

8x8, Inc. (NYSE:EGHT) cloud solutions help businesses transform their customer and employee experience. With one system of engagement for voice, video, collaboration and contact center and one system of intelligence on one technology platform, businesses can now communicate faster and smarter to exceed the speed of customer expectations. For additional information, visit www.8x8.com, or follow 8x8 on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.

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