Mike Reed
About Mike Reed
Mike Reed serves as the Director of Global Alliances at Fortra, having transitioned into this role in 2024. With a diverse background in technology partnerships and alliances, he has held various positions at notable companies including Secureworks and Amazon Web Services.
Work at Fortra
Mike Reed serves as the Director of Global Alliances at Fortra, a position he has held since 2024. He is based in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area. In this role, he focuses on building and managing strategic partnerships that enhance Fortra's global outreach and alliance initiatives.
Previous Experience in Technology Alliances
Prior to joining Fortra, Mike Reed held several significant roles in technology alliances. He worked at Secureworks as Sr. Manager for Cloud & Technology Alliances from 2019 to 2021. He then transitioned to Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he served as Category Lead for Network Security in the AWS Marketplace from 2021 to 2022, and later as WW Lead for Managed SaaS ISVs in AWS Technology Partnerships until 2024.
Educational Background
Mike Reed has a diverse educational background. He studied Paramedic Technology at North Harris College, earning an Associate’s Degree from 1999 to 2001. He later obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Arts and Sciences from Midwestern State University in 2007. Additionally, he completed a Master’s Degree in Management & Leadership at Tarleton State University from 2008 to 2009.
Career in the Technology Sector
Mike Reed has extensive experience in the technology sector, having worked at notable companies such as Apple Inc. and MobileIron. At Apple, he held various roles including Enterprise Platform Engineer and Readiness Program Manager. At MobileIron, he served as Program Director for Worldwide Partner Strategy & Operations and as Regional Channel Manager from 2011 to 2014.
Unique Personal Experiences
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mike Reed has engaged in various unique personal experiences. He delivered a session on Active Directory at the Microsoft Exchange Conference, which was attended by Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer. He also participated in a choir performance at Shea Stadium and has cooked a dinner service at Roy's in Maui.