Six Sophos Executives Recognized as 2018 CRN Channel Chiefs
February 12 2018 - 9:00AM
Sophos (LSE:SOPH), a global leader in next-generation network and
endpoint security, today announced that CRN
®, a
brand of The Channel Company, has named six Sophos executives to
its prestigious list of 2018 Channel Chiefs. The executives on this
annual list represent top leaders in the IT channel who excel at
driving growth and revenue in their organization through channel
partners.
Channel Chief honorees are selected by CRN’s editorial staff on
the basis of their professional achievements, standing in the
industry, dedication to the channel partner community, and
strategies for driving future growth and innovation. Each of the
2018 Channel Chiefs has demonstrated loyalty and ongoing support
for the IT channel by consistently promoting, defending and
executing outstanding channel partner programs.
Channel Chiefs from Sophos are Michael Valentine, senior vice
president of worldwide sales; Kendra Krause, vice president of
global channels; John Keenan, vice president, Americas; Erin
Malone, vice president of North America channel sales; Scott
Barlow, vice president of global MSP sales; and Allison Clarke,
director, global channel programs.
These executives have been recognized for their focused
dedication to the success of Sophos’ partners through the
implementation of the following Sophos programs and channel
readiness for product launches:
- Sophos’ Cloud Security Provider program (CSP). A first of its
kind in the industry, the CSP program offers partners a new
business model to help them take advantage of the cloud with
innovative security technology, reliable vendor training, support,
and financial incentives
- Sophos’ Channel Influence Community. Comprised of a diverse set
of global partners, the community allows Sophos and its partners to
share feedback on a regular basis, enabling Sophos to make the best
decisions to benefit its channel partners and determine business
direction
- Launch of Sophos XG Firewall, which delivers a breakthrough in
network traffic visibility with Synchronized App Control. Using
Synchronized Security to obtain information from the endpoint, XG
Firewall can identify, classify and allow the control of all
previously unknown applications active on the network
- Launch of the new version of Intercept X next-generation
endpoint security, which was enhanced with deep learning and
advanced anti-exploit and anti-ransomware technology
For the third consecutive year, Michael Valentine has been
selected to CRN’s Top 50 Most Influential Channel Chiefs list,
along with Kendra Krause, who has been recognized for the second
consecutive year. Both Michael and Kendra’s accolades come as a
result of their professional achievements, leadership in the IT
industry and enthusiasm for spurring future growth and innovation
in the channel partner community.
“The executives on CRN’s 2018 Channel Chiefs list stand out for
their exceptional leadership, vision and commitment to the
channel,” said Robert Faletra, Executive Chairman of The Channel
Company. “These individuals deserve special recognition for their
development and support of robust partner programs, innovative
business strategy and significant contribution to the overall
health of a vigorously growing channel. We applaud each Channel
Chief’s impressive record of accomplishments and look forward to
their future successes.”
"Sophos remains 100 percent committed to the channel with our
channel best strategy. We don’t take success for granted, and we
continue to work in partnership with our community to drive our
combined business achievements,” said Michael Valentine, senior
vice president of worldwide sales at Sophos. “Sophos’ position as a
leader in the channel industry comes as a result of our significant
investment in and commitment to innovation. From the integration of
deep-learning technology into Sophos Intercept X to the roll out of
initiatives like our Cloud Security Provider program, Sophos is
changing the way the channel and IT managers think about security
and defend against today’s sophisticated threat landscape.”
The 2018 CRN Channel Chiefs list, including the 50 Most
Influential Channel Chiefs, is featured online at
www.crn.com/channelchiefs and will appear in the February 2018
issue of CRN.
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About SophosSophos is a leader in
next-generation endpoint and network security, and as the pioneer
of synchronized security develops its innovative portfolio of
endpoint, network, encryption, web, email and mobile security
solutions to work better together. More than 100 million users in
150 countries rely on Sophos solutions as the best protection
against sophisticated threats and data loss. Sophos products are
exclusively available through a global channel of more than 26,000
registered partners. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, UK and is
publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange under the symbol
"SOPH." More information is available at www.sophos.com.
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