February 03, 2025
Press release

Acronis Recognized for Partner Success with Alex Ruslyakov Honored as 2025 CRN Channel Chief

BURLINGTON, MA - February 3, 2025 - Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, today announces that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has once again recognized Alex Ruslyakov on the 2025 Channel Chiefs list. This marks the fourth consecutive year that Ruslyakov has achieved this recognition for his outstanding efforts leading Acronis’ global channel efforts and highlights an impressive year for the partner program. 

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Alex Ruslyakov, Acronis Channel Chief

Over the past year, Acronis has further simplified its cybersecurity solution into one natively integrated security, data protection, and endpoint management platform specifically built with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in mind. This consolidation has added value for partners by combining their security stack into one platform, with over 200 integrations that MSPs trust most. 

In a continued commitment to serving MSPs, Acronis is constantly evolving and enhancing its #CyberFit Partner Program to better align with the needs of the company’s partners.  In 2024, the #CyberFit Partner Program introduced new Sales Development Funds that provided direct financial investments into MSP business growth. The program also continued to launch new MSP Academy courses which provide training opportunities to enhance MSPs’ business development marketing, insights, and cybersecurity knowledge. Most impressively, the program has helped Acronis' channel partners grow Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) by over 40% year-over-year. This achievement reflects Acronis’ channel-first approach, which places the priorities of its partners at the forefront of strategic business decisions. 

"I’m incredibly proud to be included on CRN's Channel Chief's list for four consecutive years," said Ruslyakov. "Acronis partners are at the heart of everything we do, and the success of our program is a testament to the trust and collaboration we share. By combining our industry leadership and deep expertise in cyber protection, we are committed to offering the most secure, efficient, and cost-effective solutions on the market.” 

Furthermore, Acronis’ partner program has supported MSPs by generating new pipeline opportunities and growing brand awareness with globally renowned sports teams via the company’s #TeamUp Program. This unique initiative allows partners to deliver Acronis’ robust portfolio of backup and security solutions to professional sports teams around the world while also building their companies brand and regional awareness. 

“This year’s honorees exemplify dedication, innovation, and leadership that supports solution provider success and fosters growth across the channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN, at The Channel Company. “Each of these exceptional leaders has made a lasting channel impact by championing partnerships and designing creative strategies that get results. They’ve set a high bar in the channel, and we’re thrilled to recognize their standout achievements.” 

CRN’s 2025 Channel Chiefs list will be featured in the February 2025 print issue of CRN® Magazine and online beginning February 3rd at www.CRN.com/ChannelChiefs

To learn more about Ruslyakov's 2025 CRN Channel Chief achievement and the latest partner program updates, check out the Acronis blog here:  https://www.acronis.com/en-us/blog/posts/acronis-channel-leader-earns-crn-channel-chief-designation-for-fourth-consecutive-year/ 

Acronis service providers are invited to join the 2025 Acronis Partner Kickoff taking place on Thursday, February 13 at 10:00 am ET. The event will feature a one-hour virtual session with insights from an expert panel as well as practical advice and a look at what’s coming from Acronis.  

For more information on how to become a part of the program, please visit the website: www.acronis.com/en-us/partners.  

About The Channel Company The Channel Company (TCC) is the global leader in channel growth for the world’s top technology brands. We accelerate success across strategic channels for tech vendors, solution providers, and end users with premier media brands, integrated marketing and event services, strategic consulting, and exclusive market and audience insights. TCC is a portfolio company of investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, a New York City-based private equity firm. For more information, visit thechannelco.com

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About Acronis:

Acronis is a global cyber protection company that provides natively integrated cybersecurity, data protection, and endpoint management for managed service providers (MSPs), small and medium businesses (SMBs), and enterprise IT departments. Acronis solutions are highly efficient and designed to identify, prevent, detect, respond, remediate, and recover from modern cyberthreats with minimal downtime, ensuring data integrity and business continuity. Acronis offers the most comprehensive security solution on the market for MSPs with its unique ability to meet the needs of diverse and distributed IT environments.

A Swiss company founded in Singapore in 2003, Acronis has 15 offices worldwide and employees in 50+ countries. Acronis Cyber Protect is available in 26 languages in 150 countries and is used by over 20,000 service providers to protect over 750,000 businesses. Learn more at www.acronis.com.
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