Cato Networks Welcomes Karl Soderlund: New Channel Chief to Turbocharge Global Growth
Karl Soderlund takes the reins as Cato Networks’ global channel chief, bringing 30 years of cybersecurity expertise to the SASE leader. With a track record of turbocharging channel sales, he’s ready to unleash his superpowers on Cato’s partner ecosystem. Watch out, channel world—it’s about to get Soderlund-ed!

Hot Take:
Well, it looks like Cato Networks just rolled out the red carpet for Karl Soderlund, the ‘Channel Whisperer.’ With a resume that reads like the who’s who of cybersecurity royalty, it’s no wonder Cato is banking on him to charm the socks off their global partners. If his past exploits are anything to go by, Cato’s channel sales are about to take a trip to the moon! And let’s not forget Addie Finch, who’s apparently been promoted for being a SASE magician. It’s like Hogwarts for cybersecurity executives over there!
Key Points:
- Karl Soderlund joins Cato Networks as the new global channel chief.
- Soderlund has 30 years of experience, previously at Zscaler and Palo Alto Networks.
- Frank Rauch, the former global channel chief, has retired.
- Addie Finch promoted to vice president of channels for the Americas.
- Soderlund aims to transform Cato’s partner ecosystem and drive channel growth.