Here’s a roundup of the most impactful career moves in the IT services industry for third-quarter 2024.
“It has been an incredible honor to lead ConnectWise during this transformative period,” Jason Magee said.
ConnectWise Announces CEO Transition: Manny Rivelo Appointed as CEO, Jason Magee to Step Down
Manny Rivelo brings over 30 years of leadership experience in the technology industry, most recently as CEO of Forcepoint. Key quote from the press release:
“It has been an incredible honor to lead ConnectWise during this transformative period. I am proud of what our team has accomplished — scaling the business, expanding our product portfolio, and deepening our commitment to our partners. With a solid foundation now in place, I believe this is the right time for me to step down and hand over the reins to a leader who can guide ConnectWise through its next phase of growth. I look forward to connecting with our MSP partners at IT Nation Connect in November, where we will celebrate our collective achievements.” — Jason Magee, outgoing CEO, ConnectWise
Danny Jenkins
Danny Jenkins Accepted Into Forbes Technology Council
Key quote from the ThreatLocker press release:
“I’m excited to join the Forbes Technology Council and collaborate with other visionary leaders. Our focus is on educating the market and business leaders about the undeniable advantages of a Zero Trust cybersecurity approach. ThreatLocker solutions make it easy for businesses, large and small, to adopt these strategies and protect their operations from the highly sophisticated cyber threats.” — Danny Jenkins, CEO and co-founder, ThreatLocker
Tim Coach
Cynomi Announces Tim Coach as New Chief Evangelist of Community and Channels
Most recently, Tim Coach served as global channel chief at Pia and had a crucial role in the company’s positioning as a market leader. Key quote from the Cynomi press release:
“With my MSP history, my primary goal has always been to bring solutions to the MSP to make their lives easier, solutions that didn’t create more work, but reduced workload with improved outcomes and revenue. Cynomi does exactly that — it provides the path to security. No longer does the MSP have to figure out how to secure their clients on their own. Cynomi offers a partnership where we walk side by side with MSP helping them every step of the way to provide proof their clients are secure.” — Tim Coach, new chief evangelist of community and channels, Cynomi
Eric Torres
Pax8 Names Eric Torres VP of Channel and Community Engagement
His most recent role was vice president of channel at ScalePad, where he evangelized and educated the MSP community on the growth of ScalePad’s portfolio. Key quote from the Pax8 press release:
“As we continue to drive partners’ success through our community engagement events and education, Pax8 is thrilled to bring on more firepower in order to take our programs to the next level. We are doing just that with the addition of Eric Torres. Under Eric’s leadership, we will expand our community engagement with the goal of continuing to drive partner growth.” — Rob Rae, corporate vice president of community and ecosystems, Pax8
MORE: Check out Torres’ LinkedIn post on the news.
Endor Labs Brings Aboard Cybersecurity Veteran Karl Mattson as CISO
Karl Mattson
Mattson was previously chief information security officer at Noname Security, recently acquired by Akamai. Key quote from the Endor Labs press release:
“I’ve always been drawn to companies that are truly able to look ahead even as they deal with the problems of the present. Endor Labs does that by creating secure software capabilities that actually make developers more productive — a huge boon to the entire community. The company also has a visionary management team with a sterling track record, a talented and diverse staff, financial stability and a unique approach to solving a critical challenge.” — Karl Mattson, new CISO, Endor Labs
Niraj Tolia
Veeam Appoints Niraj Tolia as CTO to Accelerate Innovation of Data Resilience as a Service
Niraj Tolia joins Veeam following the acquisition of Alcion, a security-first, AI-driven data management startup he co-founded with Vaibhav Kamra. Key quote from the Veeam press release:
“[Tolia] is one of those rare individuals who not only understands where the market is headed but also possesses the skills and vision to bring that future to life for our customers. He has already demonstrated this with the creation of Kasten, which has become the No. 1 solution for Kubernetes data resilience since being acquired by Veeam in 2020. His proven track record, combined with the explosive growth of Veeam Data Cloud — the fastest growing product in Veeam’s history – creates a tremendous opportunity for Veeam to redefine the market once again for data resilience.” — Anand Eswaran, CEO, Veeam
Mayank Singhvi
Liongard Welcomes Mayank Singhvi as CFO to Drive Next Chapter of Growth
Key quote from the Liongard press release:
“[Mayank Singhvi’s] extensive experience in scaling businesses and his forward-thinking approach perfectly align with Liongard’s growth trajectory. As we continue to redefine how MSPs deliver measurable security and operational value, Mayank’s leadership will be crucial in driving operational excellence and positioning us to meet the evolving needs of our partners.” — Michelle Accardi, CEO, Liongard
Reyna Thompson
TD SYNNEX to Appoint Reyna Thompson President, North America
Reyna Thompson will be appointed president of North America on Dec. 1, following the departure of Peter Larocque, who plans to transition to an advisory role on Nov. 30. Key quote from the TD SYNNEX press release:
“[Thompson] has built an impressive track record over the past three decades through her unwavering commitment to driving success for both vendors and customers. She is a true champion for our partners known for her innovative and collaborative thinking, and we look forward to the value she will deliver for our stakeholders in this new role.” — Patrick Zammit, CEO, TD SYNNEX
Keeper Security Appoints James Edwards Senior Director of Engineering
James Edwards
Key quote from the Keeper Security press release:
“As the threat landscape evolves at an alarming rate, the need for PAM capabilities increases. Yet, traditional PAM products are expensive, overly complex and difficult to deploy — creating barriers to adoption. Keeper is leading the way toward the future of PAM with a solution that is cost-effective, fast provisioning, easy to use, provides pervasive visibility, and is built with world-class security. I’m delighted to join Keeper’s talented team on their mission to build world-class, user-centric cybersecurity software.” — James Edwards, new senior director of engineering, Keeper Security
Tal Hershkovitz
Guardz Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Tal Hershkovitz as CFO
Key quote from the Guardz press release:
“Guardz is experiencing tremendous growth, and I’m eager to help scale the business and drive the financial strategy to support our continued expansion. The challenge of supporting a high-growth company in the cybersecurity industry is something I’m truly passionate about. I look forward to working with the talented team to achieve our ambitious goals and take Guardz to new heights.” — Tal Hershkovitz, new CFO, Guardz
Cyberhaven Expands Leadership Team with Key Industry Executives
Cyberhaven expanded its executive team with four new leadership hires at a time of record growth and market momentum. Nishant Doshi joined as chief product and development officer; Edward Sharp as CFO; Kristin Vines as chief people officer; and Manoj Gupta as senior vice president, corporate development and partnerships. Key quote from the Cyberhaven press release:
“Our continued success and rapid growth at Cyberhaven are driven by our talented, innovative, and dedicated team. With the addition of [Doshi, Sharp, Vines, and Gupta], we will accelerate our platform capabilities, scale our business and people operations, and strengthen our strategic partnerships.” — Howard Ting, CEO, Cyberhaven
Chris Day
ScalePad Welcomes Chris Day as New CEO
Key quote from the letter to ScalePad partners:
“I remain steadfast in honoring [former CEO Dan Wensley’s] legacy: a deeply rooted culture of people and partners (above all else) that will always be a part of his legacy and our mission moving forward. I am excited to put my passion to work to help you reach new heights.” — Chris Day, new CEO, ScalePad
Kara Sprague
HackerOne Appoints Kara Sprague as CEO
Kara Sprague succeeds Marten Mickos at a powerful moment in the company’s evolution. Key quote from the HackerOne press release:
“As CEO, I plan to expand our platform capabilities in service to enterprise customers, invest in and grow our community of security researchers, and continue to foster trust with customers, partners, and the researcher community. I was drawn to HackerOne because of its market leadership position in addressing evolving cyber threats. I look forward to joining forces with HackerOne and its community of researchers in the mission to empower the world to build a safer internet.” — Kara Sprague, new CEO, HackerOne
Egnyte Appoints Prasad Gune as Chief Product Officer
Prasad Gune
Key quote from the Egnyte press release:
“Egnyte’s unified platform addresses the critical needs of today’s businesses by seamlessly integrating AI, content collaboration, security, privacy, and compliance. As data volumes explode, its adaptable cloud and hybrid solutions empower organizations to manage their most valuable content efficiently. I look forward to collaborating with Egnyte’s talented product team to leverage emerging technologies and develop innovative products that will continue to meet and exceed the evolving needs of our diverse customer base.” — Prasad Gune, new chief product officer, Egnyte
Jules Johnston
Digital Realty Strengthens Leadership with Jules Johnston as SVP of Global Channels
Key quote from the Digital Realty press release:
“The success of Digital Realty is intertwined with that of our partners. We have a strong foundation, and with our partners, we can extend our reach and service capabilities even further. [Jules Johnston]’s experience and industry relationships will be invaluable in strengthening these critical partnerships.” — Colin McLean, chief revenue officer, Digital Realty
ArmorCode Appoints Jeff Skeldon to VP of Worldwide Sales to Drive Next Phase of Growth
Jeff Skeldon
Key quote from the ArmorCode press release:
“I am excited to join ArmorCode at this pivotal moment in the company’s journey and help accelerate our growth with a channel-first approach that delivers customer success through strong partnerships. ArmorCode is already winning in the market, and I’m excited to help new and existing customers leverage the ArmorCode platform to expand across use cases to solve the biggest security risk challenges they face today and in the future.” — Jeff Skeldon, new vice president of worldwide sales, ArmorCode
Dane Surkamer
Digi International Appoints Dane Surkamer as VP of Global Channel Sales
Key quote from the Digi International press release:
“My vision is to create a seamless and straightforward experience for our distribution channel, ensuring they have the resources and support to thrive. Digi’s innovative solutions, combined with a simplified channel program, position us to unlock new opportunities and drive mutual success.” — Dane Surkamer, vice president of global channel sales, Digi International
Aziz Benmalek
ConnectWise Appoints Aziz Benmalek as Chief Business Officer
Key quote from the ConnectWise press release:
“[Aziz Benmalek’s] deep expertise in the software industry, coupled with his strong leadership skills, will be invaluable as we continue to expand our business and provide innovative solutions to our partners.” — Jason Magee, CEO, ConnectWise
Ian Williamson
Ian Williamson Joins Secureworks as new GM of Global Service Providers
Key quote from the Secureworks LinkedIn post:
“With his wealth of experience, [Ian Williamson] will spearhead MSSP growth enablement and partner recruitment as Secureworks continues to invest and innovate in open XDR. Join us in welcoming Ian and stay tuned for exciting developments as we continue to drive mutual growth opportunities with our service partners!” — Secureworks
Michael Reeves joins 1Password as MSP Evangelist
Michael Reeves
Key quote from the 1Password LinkedIn post:
“With over 25 years of experience in the MSP community, [Michael Reeves] brings extensive knowledge, invaluable relationships, and a wonderful ability to communicate with MSPs on any level – whether on deeply technical topics or broader subjects. … His experience in both channel, direct sales, and MSP, will be a huge asset to us at 1Password as we look to generate and respond to continued demand for our dedicated MSP solution.” — Jason Eberhardt, senior vice president of channel, 1Password
David Natker
Zimperium Welcomes David Natker as VP of Global Partners and Alliances
Key quote from the Zimperium press release:
“David’s appointment is a significant addition to our team as we continue to expand our global footprint. His proven ability to cultivate and manage high-impact partnerships will be invaluable as we navigate the evolving landscape of mobile security.” — Chris White, CRO, Zimperium
Ken Mills
Intelisys Appoints Ken Mills as New President
Key quote from the Intelisys press release:
“I’m excited to be a part of a company investing in the future and continuing to build a meaningful business with a partner-first strategy.” — Ken Mills, president, Intelisys
Molly Lindsay
Pia Bolsters US Marketing with Appointment of Industry Expert Molly Lindsay as New VP
Key quote from the Pia press release:
“The time is right to focus on growing our U.S. team, and we are thrilled to have Lindsay leading the charge. Her proven track record of customer-centric strategies and strong background in product marketing make her an ideal leader to propel Pia forward.” — Gerwai Todd, CEO, Pia
Bryan Getz (left) and Mark Ralls
Auvik Elevates Leadership Team to Chart Next Phase of Growth; Appoints Mark Ralls as President and Brian Getz as Chief Sales Officer
Key quote from the Auvik press release:
“Their respective track records of building successful SaaS businesses are impressive, and their experience will play an instrumental role in Auvik’s next chapter.” — Doug Murray, CEO, Auvik
Clarence Mitchell
Cloudli Welcomes New CFO Clarence Mitchell
Key quote from the Cloudli press release:
“Clarence’s deep financial expertise and comprehensive approach will significantly enhance Cloudli’s ability to support partners and customers in navigating business challenges and seizing new opportunities.” — Jamie Minner, CEO, Cloudli
Patrick Zammit
TD SYNNEX Announces Patrick Zammit to Become CEO
Key quote from the TD SYNNEX press release:
“In this dynamic and ever-changing technology landscape, Patrick is the right leader to build on this foundation as we continue to deliver value to our customers and vendors across the ecosystem. Under his leadership, I am confident that TD SYNNEX will reach even greater heights.” — Rich Hume, outgoing CEO, TD SYNNEX
Leonard DiMiceli
RYTHMz Appoints Leonard DiMiceli as Channel Chief to Accelerate MSP Growth
Key quote from the RYTHMz press release:
“The demand for 5G solutions is growing exponentially, and MSPs are looking for reliable partners to help them navigate this transformation. I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive channel growth and deliver exceptional value to our partners.” — Leonard DiMiceli, new channel chief, RYTHMz
MORE: Check out RYTHMz Founder and CEO Steve Copeland‘s LinkedIn post on the news.
Trustifi Appoints Ronnie Tuttle Channel Sales Director
Ronnie Tuttle
Key quote from the Trustifi press release:
“Trustifi’s solution suite is unique and agile enough to make managed security service providers rethink their approach to email cybersecurity. The product line is purpose built to address emerging threats that many legacy software packages simply weren’t designed for. I’m excited to be on the Trustifi team, working to educate channel partners on how they can better protect their clientele even in challenging and rapidly changing threat environments.” — Ronnie Tuttle, new channel sales director, Trustifi
Susan Odle
StorMagic Appoints Susan Odle as Chief Growth Officer
Key quote from the StorMagic press release:
“I look forward to applying my background in cross-functional tech company roles to help capitalize on the opportunity now presented by Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. Founded on StorMagic’s proven SvSAN product, SvHCI is simple, reliable, cost-sensitive and uniquely positioned to dramatically reduce TCO at the edge and remote sites.” — Susan Odle, new chief growth officer, StorMagic
Steve Farmiloe
Steve Farmiloe Joins Granite as Director of Channels Development
Key quote from the Granite press release:
“Steve Farmiloe brings a unique perspective and skillset to the channels development team at Granite, having worked for companies that span industries and the partner ecosystem — from a tech sales agency to a major technology services distributor (TSD) to a range of technology service providers. We’re looking forward to leveraging Steve’s unique skillset to reveal growth opportunities for agents, MSPs, VARs and reseller partners.” — Charlie Pagliazzo, vice president of channels, Granite
Lila Tretikov
Zendesk Appoints Lila Tretikov to Board of Directors
Key quote from the Zendesk press release:
“Zendesk‘s focus on helping its customers leverage the best of AI and stay ahead of its developments is inspiring. Zendesk products are backed by the world’s latest CX dataset with 18 billion anonymized interactions, making it uniquely capable of delivering exceptional experiences for its customers. Its responsible approach to AI provides a solution customers can trust. This unique combination of data, focus and deep CX expertise sets businesses up to be successful with AI.” — Lila Tretikov, partner and head of AI strategy at NEA/new board member, Zendesk
Tim Mackie
Claroty Appoints Tim Mackie as Vice President of Worldwide Channels and Alliances
Key quote from the Claroty press release:
“Claroty is at the forefront of safeguarding the world’s most mission-critical infrastructures, made clear by their rapid growth and leading market position in the CPS industry. I look forward to contributing to their winning go-to-market strategy and bringing their world-class technology to an even greater global footprint through our channel and alliance programs.” — Tim Mackie, new VP of worldwide channels and alliances, Claroty
Paul Aronhime
Keeper Security Appoints Paul Aronhime as Senior Vice President of Federal Sector
Key quote from the Keeper Security press release:
“We are at a pivotal moment in cybersecurity, where the need for advanced, zero-trust solutions has never been greater. I am excited to join Keeper and lead our efforts to provide federal agencies and defense organizations with the cutting-edge capabilities they need to protect our nation’s most sensitive information.” — Paul Aronhime, new SVP of federal sector, Keeper Security
Michael Nagao
Safe’s Newly Appointed Channel Chief To Aggressively Pursue $4B 3rd-party Cyber Risk Business
Key quote from the Safe Security press release:
“Our channel and alliance partners have a significant opportunity to establish themselves with the SAFE One Platform as trusted consultants to the CISO, helping organizations reduce cyber risks. Together with our best-in-class channel partners, we will elevate CISOs to indispensable business partners by enabling them to effectively quantify, prioritize, and manage their organization’s cybersecurity/business risks rather than endlessly focusing on curating the cybersecurity stack.” — Michael Nagao, new SVP of worldwide channel sales and alliance, Safe Security
Nicholas Asadorian (left) and Peter Mahoney
GoTo Announces Executive Leadership Change; Names Peter Mahoney Chief Commercial Officer and Nicholas Asadorian Interim Chief Financial Officer
Key quote from the GoTo press release:
“Both Peter [Mahoney] and Nick [Asadorian] bring a high-level of operational savviness to their roles, and these moves reinforce that operational rigor and planning remain a top priority in pursuit of a strong go-to-market strategy.” — Rich Veldran, CEO, GoTo
Kristy Thomas
Vonage Names Kristy Thomas Senior Vice President of Global Channels and Alliances
Key quote from the Vonage press release:
“This is an exciting time at Vonage and I look forward to working closely with our strong channel management team who provide expert advocacy and support to our robust network of trusted partners around the globe to guide and support them in embracing the kind of technology that presents high-growth opportunities for their businesses and drives meaningful connections for their customers.” — Kristy Thomas, new SVP of global channels and alliances, Vonage
Teresa Anania
Teresa Anania Joins Sophos as Chief Customer Officer
Key quote from the Sophos press release:
“Sophos has a stellar reputation for continually innovating cybersecurity technology and managed security services that help organizations defend their businesses against ransomware, data breaches and other potentially business-ending cyberattacks. I will be working closely with channel partners, MSPs, and the global team, to advocate for Sophos’ customers and their security defenses and to drive value for partners from Sophos’ entire portfolio of solutions and services.” — Teresa Anania, new chief customer officer, Sophos
4me Announces Executive Leadership Additions to Support Growth
The company welcomed four new executive hires: Cory Apperson as COO, Patrick Donnelly as chief revenue officer, Ted Pakes as CFO, and Phil Christianson as chief product officer. Key quote from the 4me press release:
“As we grow, these strategic additions to our leadership team are pivotal. Each of our new executive leaders brings solid functional and domain leadership to 4me. Coupling excellence in the service management domain with deep SaaS leadership experience is a powerful combination. Cory, Patrick, Ted and Phil bring a wealth of expertise that will drive our commitment to delivering seamless, service-oriented solutions that embody our core pillars of being easy, advanced, and complete.” — Kevin McGibben, CEO, 4me
Nir Veledniger
Jay Iparraguirre
N2WS Appoints Jay Iparraguirre as Global VP of Sales and Nir Veledniger as Head of Customer Success
N2WS has been renewing its focus on customer success and sales and partnerships by investing in its revenue organization, and has recently named Jay Iparraguirre as global vice president of sales and Nir Veledniger as head of customer success. Key quote from the N2WS press release:
“Successful growth for any organization hinges on having the right people in the right roles. Jay and Nir have consistently proven their capabilities in similar roles across other companies in related industries. I am confident they will achieve the same success here at N2WS.” — Alon Maimoni, chief revenue officer, N2WS
Patrick Quirk
Patrick Quirk Joins Opengear as Senior Vice President and General Manager
Key quote from the Opengear press release:
“I have long admired Opengear for its innovative approach to network resilience and management, especially during my previous tenure, where I closely observed their positive impact on the industry. Joining Opengear at this stage is an exciting opportunity to build on its strong foundation and drive further advancements. I look forward to working with the talented team at Opengear and Digi International to continue delivering exceptional value to our customers while continuing to expand our global footprint.” — Patrick Quirk, new senior vice president and general manager, Opengear
High Wire Networks Appoints Edward Vasko as CEO and Mark Dallmeier as CRO of Overwatch
Key quote from the High Wire Networks press release:
“Ed brings to us a wealth of knowledge and experience, having founded and led several cybersecurity organizations into becoming global industry leaders. I’m confident Ed is the right leader to propel Overwatch to the next level of success and help us capture more market share in the cybersecurity space with a focus on growing and maturing our partner community.” — Mark Porter, CEO, High Wire
“As a seasoned senior executive, Mark’s extensive experience and proven track record in driving corporate growth and transformation makes him a highly valuable asset to Overwatch. We anticipate his expertise in sales and marketing, combined with his ability to build strong relationships that drive revenue, will lead to significant growth and market expansion for Overwatch.” – Mark Porter, CEO, High Wire
Updated: Sept. 26, 2024
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