CRN Best Of The Channel Awards 2026: Apply Now!

Entries are now open for the second annual Best of the Channel Awards, a project to celebrate the exceptional achievements of executive leaders and companies in the IT channel.

CRN is currently accepting applications for its second annual Best of the Channel Awards, a project launched in conjunction with The Channel Company’s Best of Breed conference to celebrate the exceptional achievements of executive leaders and companies in the IT channel.

“The IT channel’s strength comes from the people behind it,” said Jennifer Follett, executive editor of CRN and vice president of U.S. content at The Channel Company, the parent of CRN. “The Best of the Channel Awards are designed to recognize those leaders and organizations who make a measurable impact on the partner ecosystem through their vision, execution and commitment.”

CRN will be accepting applications through May 19. The early bird rate of $199 ends April 30^. and finalists set to be published on CRN on July 21. Award winners will be celebrated at a ceremony in Atlanta on Oct. 13 and published on CRN.com.

The CRN Best of the Channel Awards will honor applicants in both individual and company categories.

Individual Categories include Best Solution Provider CEO of the Year, Best Channel Chief of the Year, Best Channel Visionary of the Year, Best Channel Achiever of the Year and Best Emerging Leader of the Year.

Company categories include Best Solution Provider of the Year, Best AI Solution Provider of the Year, Best Security Solution Provider of the Year, Best Vendor of the Year, Best AI Vendor of the Year, Best Security Vendor of the Year, Best Channel Team of the Year, Best Channel Marketing Team of the Year and Best Solution Provider Team of the Year.

Individuals or companies can enter multiple categories.

For more information and to apply, visit the CRN Best of the Channel Awards website.