Bob Gagnon VP Channel Sales, Unitrends

Unitrends, Inc. announced the addition of backup industry veteran Bob Gagnon as VP of channel sales.

 Gagnon brings two decades of industry knowledge and experience to Unitrends, including stints as VP of Channel Sales at AppAssure (now part of Dell) where he more than doubled the partner base while being named a 2012 CRN Channel Chief. Previously he served as North American sales and operations for AVG, where he grew the active reseller base by 30% and increased revenue by 35% while direct reseller revenue grew 90%. At Acronis, he drove the SMB Reseller Program, the Dell strategic partnership, and channel operations, and oversaw 600% growth in the company’s retail business. Over his career, he recruited developed thousands of channel partners.

"Developing the sales channel at Unitrends supports the company during its rapid growth," said Gagnon. "Unitrends has seen unparalleled successes over the past few years because of the company’s commitment to its customers, outstanding channel incentives, and the incredible leaps in product development. Unitrends is in a unique position to surpass its channel goals with new programs and support."

A graduate of Keene State College, Gagnon resides with his wife and two children in Milford, N.H.

"Bob’s skills combined with his stellar track record make him the ideal addition to the Unitrends team," said Mike Coney, CEO of Unitrends. "Bob’s leadership and approach to the channel are exactly what Unitrends needs for its next phase of growth."