The author has joined Cloudflare as Chief Partner Officer to drive innovation and impact through channel partnerships. They believe in fostering collaborative, value-driven partnerships that involve building ecosystems where partners jointly navigate challenges, innovate together, and thrive in a rapidly evolving global marketplace. The author is excited about joining Cloudflare due to its innovative technology, impactful mission of helping build a better Internet, culture of collaboration, global reach and impact, and endless opportunities for growth. They look forward to working with partners worldwide to contribute to this mission.