Stanford Athletics and Fortinet Team Up for Multi-Year Sponsorship

• 31 Aug 2026
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Stanford Athletics has announced a new multi-year sponsorship agreement with Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, to support its continued investment in student-athletes, athletic programs, and world-class experiences. The sponsorship builds on Fortinet’s long-standing commitment to the local community and deep ties to the Bay Area.

As an official sponsor, Fortinet’s support will contribute to Stanford Athletics’s efforts to provide a dynamic environment for its student-athletes, while also establishing a prominent Fortinet presence across Stanford’s premier athletics venues and gameday atmospheres.

Fortinet will receive the naming entitlement of the Director’s Level, the premium hospitality area for football home games offering guests an elevated gameday experience, while connecting the Fortinet brand with Cardinal fans, alumni, supporters, and corporate partners.

“ Fortinet is proud to support Stanford Athletics and its continued investment in student-athletes, athletic programs, and world-class experiences. Through this sponsorship, we’re helping provide the resources and opportunities that Stanford’s teams need to compete at the highest level while contributing to an exceptional environment for student-athletes and the broader Cardinal community,” said, Anthony James, Executive Vice President of Marketing at Fortinet

The sponsorship also builds on long-standing connections between Fortinet and Stanford. As a Silicon Valley–based cybersecurity leader for more than 25 years, Fortinet shares Stanford’s commitment to innovation and advancing technology. With its headquarters nearby, Founder, Chairman of the Board, and CEO Ken Xie’s connection to Stanford as an alumnus, and the company’s ongoing engagement with the community, the partnership is a natural extension of its ties and commitment to the region.

“ Fortinet is a trusted global technology leader whose innovative brand and ability to modernize operations closely aligns with our values and long-term vision. Fortinet’s presence throughout our venues, specifically in our most exclusive gameday setting, will greatly enhance the experience for our entire community. Fortinet’s significant commitment will help us continue to invest in our student-athletes and programs,” said, John Donahoe, Stanford’s Jaquish & Kenninger Director and Chair of Athletics.