Recognizing channel leaders from vendors, distributors and TSDs for their outstanding dedication and contributions to their partner community and the entire channel ecosystem.

2025 Circle of Excellence Awards

FILL OUT THIS FORM TO APPLY OR NOMINATE BY FEB 19

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Who should apply?

The Circle of Excellence recognizes channel leaders for outstanding dedication and contributions to the entire channel ecosystem. These leaders strategically invest in the channel so high-performance partners can accelerate their growth while creating business value for their customers.

The Circle of Excellence honors executives for their vision and mentorship within the channel community and their innovation and advocacy of the indirect technology and communications channel. These individuals are tireless promoters within their organizations and industry of the economic benefits of leveraging the indirect sales channel. Circle of Excellence members distinguish themselves by providing resources aimed at supporting partners’ needs to evolve their businesses, optimize operations and improve the customer experience.

At the core of each Circle of Excellence winner is a dedication to achieving excellence when it comes to the partner-provider relationship.

How will winners be recognized?

Circle of Excellence winners come from every facet of the entire channel ecosystem and are honored during a special awards ceremony at the Channel Partners Conference & Expo.

They are also highlighted throughout the event and on the stage of the world’s largest independent partner gathering, the Channel Partners Conference & Expo. Current and past honorees are also featured in a permanent gallery on the Channel Futures website.   