Fortinet Expands Global Presence with New Company-Owned Innovation Hub in Atlanta

• 19 Nov 2024
• TM Team
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Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced the opening of a new building in Atlanta, Georgia. As the newest Fortinet-owned facility to open this year, the company remains deeply committed to its global expansion strategy, aiming to drive innovation and strengthen collaboration for Fortinet’s customers, partners, employees, and other key stakeholders around the world.

“With our new space in Atlanta set to become one of our global Innovation Hubs, we’ll be able to better serve our growing customer base in this region as we build on the partnerships created across industries in Georgia over the past 24 years. Through our global Innovation Hubs, Fortinet is committed to enhancing our infrastructure and innovation to continue to deliver unmatched experiences and solutions to customers worldwide. We’re excited to be part of this vibrant community, helping to contribute to Atlanta’s position as a hub for business and technology,” said, John Whittle, Chief Operating Officer at Fortinet

The 215,000-square-foot, 10-story building will serve as a Fortinet Innovation Hub, contributing to the region’s ongoing growth and job development. The new space will include the following:   

·       Fortinet Cloud Point of Presence: Fortinet will continue building out its cloud infrastructure with this new FortiCloud Point of Presence (POP). This POP will be optimized by Fortinet’s proprietary ASIC technology to enable the company to further deliver advanced services to customers with a superior user experience while enabling cost savings.

·       Executive Briefing Center (EBC): This new EBC will serve as a collaborative space, welcoming customers and other stakeholders to help drive business growth and foster partnerships.

·       Cyber Training Facility: The space will provide an environment that cultivates in-person learning by delivering the Fortinet Training Institute’s award-winning certification program curriculum, advancing Fortinet’s efforts to address the cyber skills gap.

·       Customer Support Expansion: The local services and sales team will continue to offer their extensive expertise and knowledge to the region, enhancing customer support and ensuring greater satisfaction.

A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on November 15, attended by Fortinet leadership, including Ken Xie, Founder, Chairman of the Board, and Chief Executive Officer, among others.

Fortinet is also donating to the Hire Heroes USA’s Atlanta chapter and Cyversity’s Atlanta chapter to further its investment in the region and deepen its existing partnership with both organizations. As part of the Fortinet Training Institute Education Outreach program, Hire Heroes USA is focused on helping veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment, and Cyversity is focused on empowering women, veterans, and underrepresented communities. Fortinet works alongside both organizations to build a diverse, inclusive, and highly skilled cyber workforce.