Paul Cronin, senior vice president, Atrion Networking Corporation, Inc., Warwick, has been named to the board of CompTIA based in Downers Grove, Ill., the non-profit association for the information technology (IT) industry.

“Paul Cronin has filled many roles in the IT industry with distinction – small business owner, technology entrepreneur, industry advocate and compassionate philanthropist,” said Todd Thibodeaux, president and chief executive officer, CompTIA. “His commitment to our industry is unparalleled and his leadership on our board of directors will be invaluable.”

“The pace of innovation continues unabated, changing the way we live, work and interact,” Cronin said. “This presents the IT industry with both great opportunities and great challenges. I’m confident that our board, in cooperation with CompTIA’s executive team, will address these challenges head-on and chart a course that elevates the industry to even greater heights.”

CompTIA is the voice of the world’s information technology (IT) industry. Its members are the companies at the forefront of innovation; and the professionals responsible for maximizing the benefits organizations receive from their investments in technology. CompTIA is dedicated to advancing industry growth through its educational programs, market research, networking events, professional certifications and public policy advocacy. For more information, visit www.comptia.org, www.facebook.com/CompTIA and twitter.com/comptia.