HOUSTON, TX – February 3, 2025 – Liongard, the global leader in Attack Surface Management for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and IT Service Providers, announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Michelle Accardi, Chief Executive Officer; Joe Alapat, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer; and Brook Lee, Vice President of Community and Channel, to the prestigious 2025 CRN® Channel Chiefs list. This annual list recognizes IT vendor and distribution executives who are driving strategy and setting the channel agenda for their companies.
Michelle Accardi: Enabling Partners to Grow Their MSPs
Michelle Accardi has been recognized as a CRN Channel Chief for the eighth time, a testament to her unwavering commitment to the MSP community. At the helm of Liongard, she has empowered MSPs to grow their revenue by leveraging the Liongard platform. By equipping partners with automated asset discovery, security insights, and compliance reporting as billable services, Accardi ensures that Liongard is more than just a tool—it’s a catalyst for business growth and operational efficiency.
“At Liongard, we’re committed to turning attack surface management into an opportunity for MSPs,” said Accardi. “By equipping our partners with the visibility and intelligence to optimize their services, we help them not only secure their clients but also drive tangible business growth. This recognition underscores our ongoing dedication to enabling MSPs to maximize their success.”
Joe Alapat: Championing Asset Discovery as the Foundation of MSP Resilience
Joe Alapat, Liongard’s Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, has been named a CRN Channel Chief for the fifth consecutive year, reinforcing his dedication to shaping the future of MSP cyber resilience. Alapat has championed asset discovery and inventory as the critical foundation for reducing attack surfaces and improving resilience in an evolving threat landscape.
“MSPs are under constant pressure to secure their customers’ environments, and that starts with knowing what you’re protecting,” said Alapat. “Asset discovery and inventory are the cornerstones of a strong security posture—enabling MSPs to proactively manage risk, maintain compliance, and close security gaps before they become liabilities. This recognition from CRN highlights the importance of our work in equipping MSPs with the insights they need to build a more resilient future.”
Brook Lee: Strengthening Community and Partner Enablement
As Vice President of Community and Channel, Brook Lee has been instrumental in strengthening Liongard’s partner enablement and community engagement, helping MSPs unlock the full value of Liongard. Her leadership has reinforced education, advocacy, and the tangible benefits of automation for MSPs, ensuring that partners have the support and resources needed to drive efficiency and profitability.
“MSPs are at the heart of everything we do, and our goal is to provide them with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to succeed,” said Lee. “From community initiatives to enablement programs, we are constantly working to strengthen our channel relationships and ensure MSPs can fully leverage Liongard’s capabilities. Being recognized as a Channel Chief is an honor and a reflection of our ongoing commitment to supporting our partners.”
About Liongard
Liongard is the leading Attack Surface Management platform designed for MSPs and IT Service Providers. Liongard protects the attack surface of over 70,000 end customers by providing complete visibility into all IT assets. With over 80 integrations, Liongard empowers MSPs to discover and inventory cyber assets, automate documentation, identify misconfigurations, and ensure cyber insurance defensibility. By transforming how MSPs manage IT, Liongard enables them to operate more efficiently, deliver cyber resilience at scale, and fuel business growth.
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