Lighthouse today announced it has been named a Microsoft Security 20/20 award winner for the Compliance Services Innovator of the Year category. Lighthouse was honored among a global field of top Microsoft partners for demonstrating excellence in innovation, integration, and customer implementation with Microsoft technology.

"Innovation is at the core of everything we do at Lighthouse and to be recognized for our compliance innovation is a huge honor," said Chris Dahl, Senior Vice President of Product Development, Global Advisory Services, and Strategic Partnerships at Lighthouse. "This past year challenged us all, but Lighthouse pushed through those challenges, aligning efforts with Microsoft to deliver innovation in the products we develop and the services we provide to our clients. It is extremely rewarding to be acknowledged for all of that hard work and to win this prestigious award."

At the second annual Microsoft Security 20/20 Awards held May 12, 2021, award winners were announced in 18 categories spanning security, compliance, and identity. Lighthouse won for the Microsoft Security 20/20 Compliance Services Innovator of the Year award.

"The pandemic changed our perspective on work, home life, and security, presenting new challenges and new opportunities," said Vasu Jakkal, CVP, Security, Compliance, and Identity at Microsoft Corp. "I am so proud of the way our industry partners responded with innovation, compassion, resilience, and a determination to help protect people and organizations around the world. We are delighted to recognize the excellence of these leaders at the second annual Microsoft Security 20/20 awards."

This year, Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) members voted on the winners of the Microsoft Security 20/20 Awards, providing an opportunity for colleagues to honor their industry peers who align to Microsoft's core values and have delivered exceptional Microsoft-based solutions and services during the past year. MISA was established to help further the security ecosystem, fostering an environment where solution providers can collaborate to create a future that's safer for people and organizations alike.