Coro Taps Fortinet Channel Veteran to Drive Partner-Led Growth
Event summary
- Coro appointed Lindsey Westbrook as VP of Marketing on April 9, 2026 to accelerate its channel-first go-to-market strategy.
- Westbrook previously led global channel campaigns at Fortinet and built North America channel marketing at Barracuda Networks.
- Coro is enhancing its partner program with simplified structure, expanded discount tiers, and flexible entry points.
- The company will present at the Channel Partners MSP Summit (April 13-16, 2026) on reducing security stack complexity.
The big picture
Coro's appointment of a channel-focused marketing executive underscores the growing importance of partner-led sales in cybersecurity. As organizations seek simplified, AI-powered security solutions, Coro aims to differentiate itself through a more scalable go-to-market engine. The move comes amid increasing competition in the cybersecurity space, particularly among providers targeting MSPs and Lean IT teams.
What we're watching
- Channel Execution
- Whether Westbrook can replicate her success in scaling partner programs at Coro, given the company's focus on Lean IT organizations.
- Program Differentiation
- How Coro's enhanced partner program will compete against established players like Fortinet and Barracuda in attracting MSPs.
- AI Integration
- The pace at which Coro will implement AI-driven marketing to accelerate partner engagement and revenue growth.
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