Proofpoint: tier (high severity)
Why this matters: Full program replacement with new tier structure directly affects qualification thresholds and partner economics.
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Proofpoint retired its Element Partner Program and launched the Proofpoint Partner Network on February 17, 2026. The new structure introduces a three-tier model: Select, Elite, and Elite+.
What changed
- Element Partner Program discontinued and replaced by Proofpoint Partner Network
- New three-tier structure: Select, Elite, and Elite+
- Program launch announced February 17, 2026
- Partners will need to be re-classified under the new tier system
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