Marc Malafronte of VIPRE Security Group Honored as a 2023 CRN Channel Chief

Marc Malafronte of VIPRE Security Group Honored as a 2023 CRN Channel Chief

North American Channel Director recognized for partner program transformation.

February 6, 2023

VIPRE Security Group, an industry-leader and award-winning global cybersecurity, privacy, and user protection company announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company has recognized Marc Malafronte on its 2023 Channel Chiefs list. Every year, this list honors the IT channel executives who work tirelessly to advance the channel agenda and deliver successful channel partner programs and strategies.

Malafronte joined the company in June 2022 as Director of Channel – North America. With more than 20 years of sales and marketing experience in direct/channel sales, he has a history of translating his visions into multimillion-dollar businesses. Most recently, his focus has been IT security/DR/storage/cloud and Kubernetes. Prior to joining VIPRE, Malafronte led worldwide distribution and strategic accounts for CloudCheckr (NetApp Cloud) and he also worked for SHI.

“Our decision last year to focus on partners and become a channel-first organization meant we needed the right teams in place to drive that initiative,” said Lee Schor, chief revenue officer for VIPRE Security Group. “With Marc at the helm, we’ve transformed our channel program with more engaged partners than we’ve ever had before. He is truly a Channel Chief and is very much deserving of this prestigious recognition by CRN.”

The 2023 Channel Chiefs have helped their solution provider partners and customers navigate an increasingly complex landscape of interconnected challenges and shifting industry dynamics. With the innovative strategies, programs, and partnerships of these Channel Chiefs in place, the solution provider community has continued to thrive.

The 2023 CRN Channel Chiefs were selected by the editorial staff based on their record of business innovation and dedication to the partner community. This year’s list represents the top IT executives responsible for building a robust channel ecosystem.

“Once again, this year’s list gives well-deserved recognition to the IT Channel Chiefs who are dedicated to driving the channel agenda and advocating for the development of strong channel partnerships,” said Blaine Raddon, CEO of The Channel Company. “Under their exceptional leadership, influence, and innovation, the IT channel vendor community continues to deliver solutions and services that meet the rapidly evolving needs of their solution provider partners and their customers.”

The 2023 CRN Channel Chiefs list will be featured in the February 2023 issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/ChannelChiefs.

About The Channel Company

The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by nearly 40 years of unequaled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. www.thechannelcompany.com

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The Channel Company Contact:
Natalie Lewis
The Channel Company
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About VIPRE Security Group

VIPRE Security Group is a leading provider of internet security solutions purpose-built to protect businesses, solution providers, and home users from costly and malicious cyber threats. With more than 25 years of industry expertise, VIPRE is one of the world’s largest threat intelligence clouds, delivering exceptional protection against today’s most aggressive online threats. Its award-winning software portfolio includes next-generation antivirus endpoint cloud solutions, advanced email security products, along with threat intelligence for real-time malware analysis, and security awareness training for compliance and risk management. VIPRE solutions deliver easy-to-use, comprehensive layered defense through cloud-based and server security, with mobile interfaces that enable instant threat response. VIPRE is a proud Advanced Technology Partner of Amazon Web Services operating globally across North America and Europe. The group operates under various brands, including VIPRE®, StrongVPN®, IPVanish®, Inspired eLearning®, Livedrive®, and SugarSync®. www.VIPRE.com

VIPRE Contact:
Scott E. Rupp
941-448-7566
https://millerrupp.com/


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