About Accelerate
We are an independent firm of IT managed service providers, cybersecurity, telecommunication, and cloud experts. Collectively with over 100 years experience as former operating executives for private equity backed companies. Our team has successfully led data center, cloud, IT managed services, cybersecurity and telecommunications companies to successful outcomes.
John “JP” Panzica
Founder, CEO
Areas Of Expertise
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- MSP
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Computing
- Digital Transformation
- Financial Services
- Private Equity
- Fintech
- ServiceNOW
Proven Track Record
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- Former Operating Executives large private equity backed companies
- Current CEO Technology Advisory Firm- Focus digital
transformation, cybersecurity - Current President/CSO- Eighty8 Networks- Next Generation SDWAN Cybersecurity company
- Current Board Member- Private equity MSP platform
John Manganiello
Managing Partner
Areas Of Expertise
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- MSP / MSSP
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Computing & Optimization
- Digital Transformation
- M365 / Azure expert
- Financial Services
- Private Equity Advisory
- Fintech / Business Applications
- Governance, Risk, Compliance
Proven Track Record
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Former Sales Leader for a large private equity backed MSP/MSSP platform
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Former Head of Sales for global MSP/MSSP provider specializing on financial services
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Current Managing Partner Technology Advisory Firm- Cloud, Cybersecurity & Digital Transformation
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Current Head of Cybersecurity- Eighty8 Networks- Next Generation SDWAN Cybersecurity company
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Chris Riley
CISO
Areas Of Expertise
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- Programmatic Cybersecurity
- Information Technology and Infrastructure
- Emerging Technology & Artificial Intelligence
- Go To Market Strategy
- Channel Engagement
- Productization and Sales Enablement
- Productization and Sales Enablement
- Cloud and IoT Security
- Governance, Risk, & Compliance
Proven Track Record
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Experienced Cybersecurity Leader: Over 25 years of experience in information security and IT leadership.
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Proven Track Record of Success: Successfully founded, built and created cybersecurity services for internal programs and for Managed Security Service providers.
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Industry Expert: Deep understanding of cybersecurity, risk, and emerging technologies.
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Global Perspective: Experience in various industries and regions, including Europe, LATAM and Middle East.
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The Story Behind The Brand.
When Accelerate Partners decided it was time for a rebrand, we understood a great deal more about who we are today than we did in 2014, and we wanted our brand to reflect that.
We strived to create a brand that integrated the A in Accelerate and subtly conveyed motion while retaining its individuality. It was essential that we demonstrate our strengths in tenacity, collaboration, commitment and efficiency, while also demonstrating the breadth of our experience.
The end result is a logo that appears agile, has motion and dimension, and subtly resembles the head of a wolf. It accurately reflects who we are and what we aim for. We are your partner, and we will work diligently and expeditiously until we meet and surpass your expectations.