Cherry Fung

Cherry Fung is a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience in the cybersecurity industry. She currently holds the position of Senior Regional Director of Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Mongolia at Fortinet International Inc.12

Career at Fortinet

Cherry Fung joined Fortinet in December 2009 as Country Manager for Hong Kong and Macau. Her role later expanded to include Mongolia as well.1 Throughout her tenure at Fortinet, she has taken on increasing responsibilities:

• Initially responsible for Hong Kong and Macau
• Later added Mongolia to her portfolio
• Currently oversees operations in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Mongolia

In her role, Cherry is responsible for driving business growth and overseeing teams across these markets.1 She leads a team of more than 40 staff and manages Fortinet's overall operations in the region.3

Professional Background

Prior to joining Fortinet, Cherry had already established herself in the IT industry:

• Over 15 years of experience in various positions at 3Com Corporation and H3C Technology Limited
• Served as Senior Channel Manager at H3C, where she successfully developed and implemented channel strategies and programs that grew both company and partner businesses1

Achievements

Under Cherry's leadership, Fortinet has achieved significant success in the region:

• Fortinet became Hong Kong's No. 1 security equipment provider in 20161
• She has played a crucial role in addressing the cybersecurity needs of Hong Kong, particularly in its position as a regional financial services hub

Expertise

Cherry Fung is recognized for her expertise in:

• Cybersecurity
• Channel management
• Business development
• Regional operations management

Her long-standing career in the technology sector, particularly as a woman in the industry, has positioned her as a notable figure in the cybersecurity landscape of the Asia-Pacific region.