Corero Network Security Appoints Michelle Ragusa-McBain as Vice President of Channel Sales

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Corero Network Security (OTCQX: DDOSF; AIM: CNS) on January 8, 2026 appointed Michelle Ragusa-McBain as Global Channel Chief, Vice President of Channel Sales. Ragusa-McBain brings more than 20 years of channel and cybersecurity experience with prior leadership roles at Cisco, SonicWall, and CompuCom. She will lead global channel strategy to accelerate partner-led growth, strengthen enablement, and expand co-selling and co-marketing motions to scale Corero’s partner ecosystem.

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• 20+ years of channel and cybersecurity leadership experience
• Prior leadership roles at Cisco, SonicWall, and CompuCom
• Global channel chief role to accelerate partner-led growth
• Appointment reinforces a partner-first go-to-market direction
• Stronger enablement and coordinated co-selling/co-marketing focus

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Veteran channel leader brings more than two decades of experience building world-class partner ecosystems

LONDON, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Corero Network Security (AIM: CNS) (OTCQX: DDOSF), a recognized leader in DDoS protection and champion of adaptive, real-time service availability, today announced the appointment of Michelle Ragusa-McBain as Global Channel Chief, Vice President of Channel Sales. Ragusa-McBain will lead Corero's global channel strategy, accelerating partner-led growth and expanding the company's go-to-market ecosystem worldwide.

A highly visible channel executive, Ragusa-McBain brings more than 20 years of experience across cybersecurity, SaaS, and SMB-to-enterprise IT, including leadership roles at Cisco, SonicWall, and CompuCom. She is known for building partner programs that drive revenue, improve enablement, and accelerate joint success.

"Michelle is a proven force in the global channel community," said Carl Herberger, CEO at Corero Network Security. "Her passion for partners, combined with her operational expertise, makes her the ideal leader to help us scale our channel business. I'm thrilled to welcome her to Corero as we continue to strategically invest in our partner ecosystem."

Ragusa-McBain's honors include CRN Top 10 Channel Chiefs, Channel Partners Magazine's 50 Most Influential Global Channel Influencers, Channel Futures' Top 20 Cybersecurity Leaders, CompTIA's Woman of the Year, and Entrepreneur Magazine's Top 4 People Inspiring Women in Technology. She serves with leading industry organizations, including GTIA, and is Board Member Emeritus of CRN Women of the Channel.

"At the heart of every great technology company are its partners," said Michelle Ragusa-McBain, Vice President of Channel Sales at Corero Network Security. "They're incredible humans, and no vendor succeeds without them. Partners are truly the lifeblood of an organization—and when they succeed, we all succeed."

For partners, this appointment reinforces Corero's partner-first direction, delivering clearer engagement paths, stronger enablement, and more coordinated co-selling and co-marketing motions designed to accelerate growth.

About Corero Network Security

Corero Network Security is a leading provider of DDoS protection solutions, specializing in automatic detection and protection solutions with network visibility, analytics, and reporting tools. Corero's technology protects against external and internal DDoS threats in complex edge and subscriber environments, ensuring internet service availability. With operational centers in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and Edinburgh, UK, Corero is headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (ticker: CNS) and the US OTCQX Market (OTCQX: DDOSF).

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FAQ

Who is Michelle Ragusa-McBain and what role did she take at Corero (DDOSF) on January 8, 2026?

Michelle Ragusa-McBain was appointed Global Channel Chief, Vice President of Channel Sales at Corero on January 8, 2026.

What experience does Michelle Ragusa-McBain bring to Corero (DDOSF)?

She brings more than 20 years of channel, cybersecurity, SaaS, and IT experience with leadership roles at Cisco, SonicWall, and CompuCom.

How will Michelle Ragusa-McBain's appointment affect Corero's channel strategy and partners (DDOSF)?

Her remit is to lead global channel strategy, accelerate partner-led growth, improve enablement, and coordinate co-selling and co-marketing to scale the partner ecosystem.

Does the appointment signal any immediate financial guidance or structural changes for Corero (DDOSF)?

The announcement focuses on channel leadership and partner programs and does not include any financial guidance or structural change details.

What industry recognition does Michelle Ragusa-McBain have relevant to her role at Corero (DDOSF)?

Her honors include CRN Top 10 Channel Chiefs, Channel Partners Magazine's 50 Most Influential Global Channel Influencers, Channel Futures' Top 20 Cybersecurity Leaders, and CompTIA's Woman of the Year.