Gary J. Franza

Gary Franza brings to NetBotz a keen understanding of the security marketplace and a successful track record in developing and implementing distribution strategies.
As head of the global sales efforts, Franza also oversees the rapidly expanding channels that deliver NetBotz solutions to market.
Before coming to NetBotz, Franza was senior vice president, Worldwide Sales, at WatchGuard Technologies, Inc., an Internet security company.
There, his global sales and channel development strategies led to record sales and gross margins for the company.
In addition, he oversaw WatchGuard's successful effort in capturing a leadership position in the small and medium enterprise market.
Prior to his stint at WatchGuard, Franza was senior vice president of Product Management/Business Development with Insight Enterprises, Inc., a $3 billion provider of IT products and services to businesses.
Franza has also held executive sales positions at Hayes Communications and Mountain Network Solutions, among others.
Franza is a graduate of the U.S.
Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York and studied for his Masters Degree at Adelphi University in Garden City, New York