2026 Channel Chiefs

Here are the executives who develop channel strategies that make partners successful.

2026 Channel Chiefs: The 50 Most Influential

In celebration of CRN’s 2026 Channel Chiefs, here’s a look at 50 Leaders who drive the channel agenda and evangelize the importance of channel partnerships within the IT industry.

Here’s How 20 Channel Chiefs Describe Their Personal Channel Philosophy

Channel executives on the CRN 2026 Channel Chiefs list were asked to describe their personal channel philosophy. From the role the channel plays in IT vendors’ go-to-market strategies to best practices for building vendor-partner relationships, here’s what 20 channel chiefs had to say.

Chiefs Databank

Click on a chief's name for more information on them, their programs and their channel goals and advice.

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