--- title: Acronis’ Alex Ruslyakov named a 2023 CRN Channel Chief description: We’re thrilled to announce that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has once again recognized our own Alex Ruslyakov as one of its 2023 “Channel Chiefs.” This honor reflects the incredible growth and momentum of Acronis’ partner program and Ruslyakov’s impressive leadership in driving the team forward. canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-alex-ruslyakov-named-a-2023-crn-channel-chief/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) # Acronis’ Alex Ruslyakov named a 2023 CRN Channel Chief We’re thrilled to announce that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has once again recognized our own Alex Ruslyakov as one of its 2023 “Channel Chiefs.” This honor reflects the incredible growth and momentum of Acronis’ partner program and Ruslyakov’s impressive leadership in driving the team forward. [Try Now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/cloud/trial/) [![Image 2: Eric Swotinsky](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/4ebd2c6ab90855a20d45286557169382.png)](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/eric-swotinsky/ "Eric Swotinsky") [Eric Swotinsky](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/eric-swotinsky/) 3 min read Last updated 06 February 2023 We’re thrilled to announce that CRN**®**, a brand of The Channel Company, has once again recognized our own Alex Ruslyakov as one of its 2023 “Channel Chiefs.” This honor reflects the incredible growth and momentum of Acronis’ partner program and Ruslyakov’s impressive leadership in driving the team forward. ## A leader in partner success Each year, a panel of CRN editors identify the top executives at IT channel vendors who have demonstrated continued expertise, influence and innovation. The resulting list of Channel Chiefs honors these leaders and is a powerful resource for solution providers looking for the best vendors to work with. CRN Channel Chiefs are influential executives who consistently support, promote and execute effective channel partner programs and strategies. Leaders are chosen based on their record of business innovation and their dedication to the partner community. For Ruslyakov, this honor is a recognition of the trust and commitment that Acronis shares with its partner community. “I am humbled to be featured in CRN’s Channel Chief’s List for the second year in a row,” says Ruslyakov. “When our partners succeed, so do we. Our mission is not only to support our partners but also to become an extended business development unit for them, leveraging our leading position in the market and extensive knowledge we’ve collected over years in selling software solutions and services.” ## Fueling your momentum through innovation Over the past year, Acronis has focused heavily on improving partner services and programs. The [Acronis #CyberFit Partner Program](https://www.acronis.com/en-us/partners/) saw a variety of updates and enhancements in 2022, including: * Simplified requirements for joining * Benefits extended to zero-commit service providers * New, unique programs and promotions for all partner types More than 3,500 new service providers joined the program last year — a testament to Ruslyakov’s partner-first approach to leadership, and his team’s effectiveness in helping MSPs accelerate their growth. The [#TeamUp program](https://www.acronis.com/en-us/msp-sports/) has also seen extraordinary growth, with 15 new sports partnerships in the past year. Since [its launch](https://www.acronis.com/en-us/blog/posts/elevate-your-game-acronis-teamup-program/) in February 2021, the program has helped MSPs to deliver world-class cyber protection solutions in defense of the world’s most preeminent sports organizations. Additionally, Acronis offers financial incentives to help service providers invest in cutting-edge technologies. The Competitive Displacement Program enables MSPs to affordably migrate clients to Acronis Cyber Platform (formerly Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud) with a 100% rebate on the Acronis platform through the end of their existing vendor contract, while the Sales Development Funds (SDF) Program assists MSPs in hitting their growth objectives with joint marketing investments. ## Start growing with Acronis The [Acronis #CyberFit Partner Program](https://www.acronis.com/en-us/partners/) helps accelerate your business growth with robust sales, marketing and technical support — including ready-to-use assets, campaigns-in-a-box and world-class training programs. Interested in learning more about Acronis partner programs? Join us on February 15 at 10 a.m. ET for the 2023 Acronis #CyberFit Partner Kickoff! Get a preview of our newest integrations and a special inside look at the latest Acronis technology roadmap — all from the comfort of your home. [Register today for this virtual global event](https://acronis.events/event/2023-acronis-cyberfit-partner-kickoff-americas-emea/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=invite) [Cyber protection](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/tags/cyber-protection/) ## Written by ![Image 3: Eric Swotinsky](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/4ebd2c6ab90855a20d45286557169382.png) Eric Swotinsky [Previous post](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/whats-new-in-acronis-cyber-protect-cloud-january-2023/) [What’s new in Acronis Cyber Platform – January 2023](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/whats-new-in-acronis-cyber-protect-cloud-january-2023/) [Next post](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-to-back-up-iphone/) [How to Back Up my iPhone?](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-to-back-up-iphone/) About Acronis Acronis is a leader in AI-native cyber protection, unifying data protection, cybersecurity, IT operations and hybrid infrastructure to deliver business continuity, security and compliance with less cost and complexity. More than 21,000 service providers trust Acronis to protect over 750,000 businesses in 150 countries. Acronis is headquartered in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. [Add as a preferred source on Google](https://google.com/preferences/source?q=acronis.com) ## Related stories Want to learn more? Read the latest stories featuring this solution on our blog. [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) ![Image 4: Introducing New Acronis CEO: Prakash Panjwani](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-card/30cb571f6f1aaa131733e5727a4a250c.png) [Introducing New Acronis CEO: Prakash Panjwani](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/introducing-new-acronis-ceo-prakash-panjwani/) We are pleased to announce the appointment of our new Chief Executive Officer, Prakash Panjwani. A veteran cybersecurity CEO, Panjwani previously served as CEO of WatchGuard Technologies and SafeNet. **October 15, 2026**2 min read ![Image 5: From AI vision to MSP action: The journey continues this October](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-card/65821c3bd72f935cd680e584fe43de66.png) [From AI vision to MSP action: The journey continues this October](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/from-ai-vision-to-msp-action-the-journey-continues-this-october/) The first event answered why AI matters and the second event demonstrated what's possible. Acronis Accelerate: Time to Act brings those ideas to life through a practical, workflow-driven experience that follows a future day in the life of an MSP. **September 23, 2026**4 min read ![Image 6: Why the best vendor relationships go beyond technology in Australia](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-card/5e04b89948d9f1fa28095b7ff7206957.png) [Why the best vendor relationships go beyond technology in Australia](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/why-the-best-vendor-relationships-go-beyond-technology-in-australia/) Many MSPs know their clients well but have limited time to build campaigns from a blank page. Effective vendor marketing support removes work while preserving the MSP’s own brand and market position. Sports marketing can add another dimension. Through the Acronis #TeamUp Program and Acronis #SportsIgnite Program, participating MSPs can use opportunities such as premium hospitality, business development events, brand exposure **September 11, 2026**5 min read