Sanrad Names New CEO

SAN MATEO, Calif. -- SANRAD Incorporated, a leading supplier of SAN connectivity and data management, announced Dave DuPont has been named chief executive officer of SANRAD. DuPont will oversee the companys worldwide operations and provide a comprehensive focus on the company’s overall growth strategy. Chosen from both internal and external candidates, DuPont will lead SANRAD.

DuPont joined SANRAD as senior vice president in February of 2006 and has been largely responsible for driving the company’s positioning, alliance partnership and go-to-market strategy. He recently took on responsibility for worldwide sales. In his new role, DuPont will ensure the company is well positioned to take advantage of key opportunities in a fast-growing market.

“Since Dave joined SANRAD, we’ve seen improved marketing, sales and support focus; and increased sales success in the Enterprise storage segment. The Board is confident he will continue to drive the company’s success,” said Haim Sadger, Sequoia Capital Partner and SANRAD Board member. “Dave’s skill set, proven track record and unwavering commitment to the company’s objectives make him the right choice to lead this company into the future.”

“Under Dave’s leadership SANRAD has the potential to grow from the solid foundation that has been built," said Yehuda Zisapel, president of the RAD Group. “His 18 years of leadership experience in the information technology industry are essential to business development and partnerships as the company accelerates the next phase of growth.”

“I am excited at the opportunity to step into this position at such a pivotal time in the company’s history and welcome the opportunity to take this innovative company forward,” said Dave DuPont, chief executive officer of SANRAD. “In my new role, I will stay focused on delivering the highest caliber of cutting edge iSCSI storage networking products and services to meet the needs of both our customers and partners.”

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