ConnectWise announced that former Forcepoint CEO, Manny Rivelo, will serve as its newest chief exec. Rivelo succeeds Jason Magee, who will step down after successfully leading the company through unprecedented growth.
Since becoming CEO in 2019, Magee has spearheaded the company’s expansion into new markets, developed cutting-edge solutions for MSPs and strengthened ConnectWise’s position as an industry leader in cybersecurity.
“It has been an incredible honor to lead ConnectWise during this transformative period,” said Magee. “I am proud of what our team has accomplished—scaling the business, expanding our product portfolio and deepening our commitment to our partners. With a solid foundation now in place, I believe this is the right time for me to step down and hand over the reins to a leader who can guide ConnectWise through its next phase of growth. I look forward to connecting with our MSP partners at IT Nation Connect in November, where we will celebrate our collective achievements.”
Rivelo brings over 30 years of leadership experience in the tech industry. As Forcepoint CEO, he successfully navigated the cybersecurity company through strategic growth initiatives and product innovation. Rivelo also held senior leadership roles with F5 Networks, Arista and Cisco Systems, where he helped drive key business transformations.
“I am thrilled to join ConnectWise at such an exciting time in its journey,” said Rivelo. “Jason has done a phenomenal job positioning ConnectWise as a market leader, and I am eager to build on that success. The rise of AI presents a game-changing opportunity for MSPs and their SMB clients. Through our purpose-built platform and industry-leading community, ConnectWise is equipping MSPs with the tools they need to thrive in an evolving market.”
Over the upcoming months, Magee will work closely with Rivelo to ensure a smooth handover, and will continue to provide strategic guidance to the ConnectWise leadership team. The company is committed to maintaining its partner-first focus and accelerating innovation to serve its global network of technology solution providers.
