Lee Pender

Lee Pender

Lee Pender

Senior Content Marketing Manager

Lee Pender is Senior Content Marketing Manager at Acronis. Lee was a journalist in the technology industry for 15 years, writing for and managing publications that served both IT and partner audiences. His experience as a corporate content creator includes tenures with an MSP and a provider of tax-compliance services. He writes about a variety of topics for Acronis, including cybersecurity trends, MSP management, emerging technologies and product updates.

Latest stories from Lee Pender

February 12, 2025 — 4 min read

Acronis

February 12, 2025 — 4 min read

Acronis Cyberthreats H2 2024 Report: Ransomware and AI are a dangerous combination

The Acronis Cyberthreats H2 2024 Report offers a comprehensive analysis of the cybersecurity landscape, highlighting key statistics and emerging trends, and delivering predictions for 2025.

February 06, 2025 — 3 min read

Acronis

February 06, 2025 — 3 min read

Acronis appoints Stephen Nichols Country Manager for Canada

Acronis has appointed veteran Director of Solution Engineering Stephen Nichols as the Country Manager for Canada. In his new role, Nichols will focus on growing Acronis' revenue and expansion in the region.

February 03, 2025 — 3 min read

Acronis

February 03, 2025 — 3 min read

Acronis channel leader earns CRN Channel Chief designation for fourth consecutive year

For the fourth consecutive year, CRN has recognized Alex Ruslyakov, head of the global channel organization at Acronis, as a Channel Chief.

January 30, 2025 — 6 min read

Acronis

January 30, 2025 — 6 min read

A brief history of RMM: Where it started and the factors shaping it today

Remote monitoring and management (RMM) is at a crossroads. It's still critical to MSPs, though, and it’s poised for a reinvention that will propel the MSP business model into the future. The evolution of RMM provides context and a roadmap for where the technology is headed.

January 28, 2025 — 3 min read

Acronis

January 28, 2025 — 3 min read

Data privacy survey: Consumers worry about data but don’t do enough to protect it

The Acronis Data Privacy in 2025 Survey results reveal a significant gap between consumers’ awareness of data security and their actual practices.

January 15, 2025 — 4 min read

Acronis

January 15, 2025 — 4 min read

Un-break your business model: Benchmarks and tools for MSPs

For MSPs facing numerous and mounting challenges, maintaining a robust and resilient business model is essential for survival and advancement. MSPs need to embrace strategies and tools that can help them achieve financial stability and operational efficiency.

January 08, 2025 — 2 min read

Acronis

January 08, 2025 — 2 min read

Acronis names Gerald Beuchelt as Chief Information Security Officer

Acronis has named Gerald Beuchelt as its new CISO. He will play a pivotal role in expanding Acronis' influence in the cybersecurity community.

December 05, 2024 — 7 min read

Acronis

December 05, 2024 — 7 min read

2025 cybersecurity expert predictions: AI, IoT, ZTA and more

Cybersecurity experts from Acronis share their predictions for the biggest threats and trends that MSPs and businesses should prepare for in 2025.

November 21, 2024 — 4 min read

Acronis

November 21, 2024 — 4 min read

MSPs, is cybersecurity slowing your network performance?

Anything that slows your network is a problem for you as an MSP. In the case of cybersecurity, solving this problem is a necessity. Security solutions can slow your network and frustrate clients. Learn how to stay safe and speedy.

November 14, 2024 — 4 min read

Acronis

November 14, 2024 — 4 min read

Black Friday cybersecurity: How to get endpoint protection right

Black Friday is a minefield for cybersecurity, and the busy retail season isn’t just a consumer problem. With employees using work devices for personal use and ignoring security hygiene, the risk of a breach is extremely high.

November 12, 2024 — 5 min read

Acronis

November 12, 2024 — 5 min read

Canalys recognizes Acronis' rapid growth and momentum in the RMM and PSA markets

Canalys, a technology market analyst firm focused on the channel, recently identified Acronis as a vendor of remote monitoring and management (RMM) and professional services automation (PSA) solutions that is well positioned for market growth and leadership. Learn how Acronis is establishing itself in RMM and PSA with natively integrated solutions.

November 07, 2024 — 4 min read

Acronis

November 07, 2024 — 4 min read

How does security awareness training keep MSPs out of trouble?

Security awareness training is effective when it's designed and implemented correctly. For MSPs, it represents not only an opportunity to boost client protection and drive revenue but also to stay out of trouble by reducing liability in case of a data breach and helping clients meet cyber insurance prerequisites. Learn why security awareness training can be a major asset in an MSPs list of services.