CRN Women Of The Year Gala 2025: Celebrating The Women And Allies Driving Tech Forward

CRN Women of the Year Gala gathers solution providers, technology vendors and allies to honor those shaping channel future.

The third annual CRN Women of the Year Gala celebrates innovators who are making a positive impact across the channel. Solution providers and technology vendors will gather in New York City on Dec. 9 for an evening dedicated to recognizing the industry’s most impactful leaders. “The excitement is rising,” said Jennifer Follett, vice president of U.S. content and executive editor of CRN at The Channel Company, calling the event “one of the jewels of the year.”

Jacquie Rives, Women of the Channel Community Learder and program director at The Channel Company said the excitement stems from “getting the opportunity to celebrate so many people, whether that be companies making an impact or allies, and of course the women who are making a significant difference.”

“When people ask me about the gala, I always tell them, ‘It’s like New Year’s Eve for the channel, and I cannot wait to be there.’”

Honorees for the 2025 Women of the Year Awards were selected through a rigorous process involving both an internal review and an external panel of judges. “We get so many wonderful applications,” said Follett.

A panel of outside judges representing technology vendors, solution providers and industry organizations reviewed the finalists, using clear criteria focused on passion, impact and evidence—such as data and testimonials—to ensure that recognition goes to those making measurable contributions to the channel.

“It’s really amazing I feel like, as a judge, to get to see these stories,” said Follett. “So many people pour so much energy and passion into these applicatons, and the work is just amazing.”

Returning to Gotham Hall, this year’s gala promises “some Broadway stars and New York icons,” with an atmosphere that’s “too difficult to put into words,” said Rives.

Those unable to attend can follow the Women of the Channel digital newsroom for coverage and inspiration.

Winners will be announced live at the gala with full coverage to follow online on Dec. 10.