Contrast Security, which provides application detection and response (ADR) solutions, promoted Tracey Mead to VP of global alliances and channels. This move reflects Contrast’s ongoing investment in a channel-first strategy, especially in the face of rapid global growth, driven by increasing demand for real-time, application-layer protection.
Mead brings over 25 years of experience leading partner programs. Since joining Contrast in 2022, she has led the company’s GSI, MSSP and technology partner strategy, increasing its partner pipeline while helping scale the reach of Contrast’s ADR platform.
Mead’s promotion follows the launch of the Contrast Partner-First program, which is designed to help solution providers deliver AI-powered vulnerability remediation, live attack visibility and runtime protection. Under Mead’s leadership, Contrast will continue expanding its global footprint, deepen strategic alliances and enable partners to tap into one the fast-growing segment.
“Tracey was the natural choice to lead our channel-first strategy as we enter this next phase of accelerated growth,” said Scott O’Rourke, Contrast Security’s CRO. “She’s helped build a partner ecosystem around Contrast’s ADR platform that truly delivers on the promise of modern application security. With her at the helm, we’re empowering our partners to lead the charge against today’s most critical threats.”
Previously, Mead held leadership roles with Micro Focus, CA Technologies, Novell/NetIQ/SUSE and others. She also serves on the Innovate Cybersecurity advisory board. Her experience spans the partner ecosystem, from distribution and resale to MSSPs and strategic alliances.
“Partners are key to how we scale the power of ADR and bring real protection to customers around the world,” said Mead. “I’m thrilled to take on this role and help our ecosystem thrive as organizations realize traditional security just isn’t keeping up. With Contrast, our partners can offer something different — real-time defense, right where attacks are happening.”
