So what’s up with the name? Well, here is one of the definitions of vanguard I found:
vanguard
ˈvanɡɑːd/
noun
a group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas.
Sounds rather fitting if you ask me, at least if that’s the rationale behind it. One other definition I found was the “the foremost part of an advancing army or naval force”, which does sound kind of scary. Anyhow, I’m glad to be considered and even more happy that I was selected among the first batch.
For more details, read Veeam’s announcement, or have a look at the Veeam Vanguard Program profile page (Warning, link does contain pictures).