Panda Security Lauded by Everything Channel's CRN for Cloud Technology Innovation and Excellence Within the Channel

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Panda Security, the Cloud Security Company, today announced that the company has received recognition from Everything Channel's CRN for two of the publication's independent industry accolades. Panda Cloud Protection has been named one of the "20 Coolest Cloud Computing Security Products," and Panda Security's U.S. President Rick Carlson has been named a CRN Channel Chief for his steadfast focus on executing effective channel partner programs and strategies within the company.

Panda Cloud Protection, a lightweight managed security service that automates all maintenance tasks and allows SMBs to stay focused on their core business, utilizes an innovative cloud-based console for seamless management across the IT network. The "Coolest Cloud Computing" list was based on nominations from Solution Providers rating technology, channel influence, effectiveness and visibility along with business and sales impact. The final selections were made by a panel of Everything Channel Editors and the entire 100 "Cool Products" list includes 20 storage vendors, 20 security vendors, 20 productivity vendors, 20 infrastructure vendors and 20 platform vendors.

In addition to the product accolade, U.S. President Rick Carlson was also named to the publication's list of "Channel Chiefs." Since announcing a 100 percent channel strategy in August 2008, Panda Security has added approximately 200 new partners, bringing the total number of active resellers in the U.S. to 700. Carlson aims to grow this number to at least 1,200 in 2010. Panda's recently enhanced partner program guarantees resellers with higher margins; unmatched deal and incumbency protection; robust training programs; as well as a technology advantage over the competition.

"This recognition from CRN is great validation for Panda's cloud security solutions, which guarantee SMBs incredible protection while truly empowering our channel partners with greater revenue potential and the ability to scale their service offerings," said Carlson. "I'm also honored to be named a Channel Chief by such an esteemed publication. We are 100 percent committed to the success of our channel partners and this recognition is a testament to our continued focus."

"Being named a Channel Chief is one of the most prestigious honors in the IT industry. This year's Channel Chiefs offers tremendous insight into the who's who of the Channel," said Kelley Damore, VP, Editorial Director, Everything Channel. "Top channel executives consistently ensure that the Channel's voice is heard when strategic decisions are being made and continually nurture mutually profitable relationships. We applaud the 2010 Channel Chiefs for their successful partner programs and strategies."

CRN also recently recognized Panda Security CEO Juan Santana as one of the 25 most innovative executives of 2009 for the company's leadership in cloud security and much improved channel program.

Winners of the "Coolest Cloud Computing Products" were featured in the January 25th issue of CRN; "Channel Chiefs" in the February 22nd issue, and both were also announced online at www.Channelweb.com.

About Panda Security

Founded in 1990, Panda Security is the world's leading provider of cloud-based security solutions, with products available in more than 23 languages and millions of users located in 195 countries around the world. Panda Security was the first IT security company to harness the power of cloud computing with its Collective Intelligence technology.  This innovative security model can automatically analyze and classify thousands of new malware samples every day, guaranteeing corporate customers and home users the most effective protection against Internet threats with minimum impact on system performance. Panda Security has 56 offices throughout the globe with US headquarters in California and European headquarters in Spain.

Panda Security collaborates with Special Olympics, WWF and Invest for Children as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility policy.

For more information, visit http://www.pandasecurity.com/.

About Everything Channel (www.everythingchannel.com, www.channelweb.com)

Everything Channel, headquartered in Framingham, MA, is a technology marketing and sales solutions company. Through its "Complete Technology Channel Solution," Everything Channel offers the right business tools to accelerate technology sales. From branding and recruiting to marketing and sales, Everything Channel offers technology marketers the unmatched breadth and depth of global brands and market intelligence combined with unparalleled audience loyalty and credibility serving all technology sales channels through an extensive database. Everything Channel provides innovative field sales and marketing solutions to the sellers of technology to achieve measurable and significant results.

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