VLCM's History

40 Years of Getting IT Right

VLCM was founded as a company selling center-pivot irrigation systems to farmers by Rich Linton and his college roommate with limited funds but great ambitions. In 1982, IBM introduced their first personal computer to the market, and VLCM recognized the potential of this new technology for their business. They quickly became qualified dealers for IBM's personal computers and began selling and servicing them.

In 1983, Rich integrated IBM's technology into Snyder Irrigation, a significant milestone in VLCM's journey towards becoming a leader in the information technology industry. In 1985, Valcom Salt Lake City, LC (now VLCM) became a separate entity and continued to innovate and adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape.

For over forty years, VLCM has remained at the forefront of the information technology industry, providing innovative and cutting-edge solutions to businesses and organizations throughout the Rocky Mountain West and beyond. Their commitment to excellence has made them a trusted partner to their clients and a respected leader in the community.
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VLCM logos through the years.
ibm

1983

Out of 300 applicants, VLCM becomes one of only three IBM dealers in Utah chosen to sell IBM's new PC.

Rich Linton, VLCM Founder

1985

VLCM and Snyder Irrigation go their separate ways, and VLCM becomes its own entity. Rich Linton becomes the owner.

Desert Storm

1990

Sears Business Systems closes; VLCM takes over accounts; Desert Storm ensues; Rich Linton is deployed.


Computerland

1997

VLCM buys Computerland.

Utah TRAX

2000

VLCM wins Trax bid - a multi-million dollar bid - biggest bid to date.

Boise, Idaho

2007

VLCM opens Boise, Idaho location.


St. George, Utah

2010

VLCM opens St. George, Utah location.

Denver, Colorado

2012

VLCM opens Denver, Colorado location.

Albuquerque, New Mexico

2013

VLCM opens Albuquerque, New Mexico location.


VLCM 30 Year Anniversary

2013

VLCM celebrates its 30th year in business and is selected as one of Utah's 50 fastest-growing companies.

CRN SP500 2016

2016

VLCM named Utah's Greatest IT Company in CRN's SP500 2016 List.

Fortinet North America Growth Partner of the Year

2017

VLCM named 2016 Fortinet North America Growth Partner of the Year


EY Entrepreneur of the Year

2018

Rich Linton, CEO and Mike Linton, EVP are named as Finalists for Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2018 Awards in the Utah Region

RMVD acquisition

2018

VLCM completes full acquisition of Rocky Mountain Voice & Data to form VLCM Communication Technologies

VLCM Headquarters

2019

VLCM HQ makes the move to 852 East Arrowhead Lane.


Arctic Wolf Partner of the Year

2020

VLCM Named 2020 Central Region Partner of the Year by Arctic Wolf

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2020

VLCM Named 2020 West Region Partner of the Year from Aruba, an HPE Company

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2020

VLCM acquires Trusted Network Solutions (TNS)

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utah 100 list

2022

VLCM featured on MountainWest Capital Network's Utah 100 List. 

top work place 2022

2022

VLCM Honored As A Top Work Place, A Salt Lake Tribune Employees’ 2022 Choice Award Winner

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utah business best company to work for

2022

VLCM named as a Utah Business Magazine Best Company to Work For

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netspi partner of the year

2022

VLCM named NetSPI U.S. Partner of The Year

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40th anniversary

2023

VLCM Celebrates 40 Years Helping Organizations Get IT Right

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2023

VLCM Named HPE Aruba Networking’s 2023 West Region Partner of the Year

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2023

VLCM Announces Leadership Transition: Brandon Madsen Promoted to President

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2023

VLCM Wins SentinelOne 2023 West Region Partner of the Year

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2023

VLCM Recognized as a 2023 Green Business Honoree by Utah Business Magazine

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2023

VLCM Wins Salt Lake Tribune's 2023 Top Work Place Award for Second Year in a Row

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2024

EY Announces Mike Linton of VLCM as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Mountain West Award Finalist

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2024

VLCM Wins Mitel 2024 US Growth Partner of the Year

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2024

VLCM Achieves Peak Partner Status in 8x8 Elevate Partner Program for FY25

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2024

Darci Piz, VLCM VP of Marketing, Named 2024 30 Women to Watch Honoree by Utah Business Magazine

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2024

VLCM Named HPE Aruba Networking's SMB Partner of the Year 2024

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2024

VLCM Named 2024 SentinelOne Regional Partner of the Year 

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2025

VLCM Named NetSPI's 2024 Americas Regional Partner of the Year

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2025

VLCM Recognized as "Top New Partner of 2024" by Fusion Connect

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2025

VLCM Expands Footprint into Colorado with Proven Sales Leadership

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2025

VLCM Named SentinelOne 2025 Regional Partner of the Year

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2025

Mike Linton Named a 2025 CEO of the Year by Utah Business

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