ABBYY, a global leader in Content IQ technologies and solutions, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Kristin Wagener, Senior Director, Global Application Software Sales, to the prestigious 2019 Women of the Channel list.
The leaders on this annual list are from all areas of the IT channel ecosystem; representing technology suppliers, distributors, solution providers, and other IT organizations. Each is recognized for her contributions to channel advocacy, channel growth and visionary leadership.
CRN editors select the final honorees based on their professional accomplishments, demonstrated expertise, and ongoing dedication to the IT channel.
Markus Pichler, Vice President, Head of Global Partnership Sales at ABBYY said the company is thrilled about the recognition for Kristin, who last year increased key US channel accounts by more than 50 percent and European accounts by a third.
“Kristin’s ability to develop international business alliances and lead her team to grow worldwide sales partners and channel management has had a significant impact on ABBYY’s strategy for improved global presence in the enterprise market and digital transformation market, and to take the lead globally in content IQ,” he commented.
Kristin, who is fluent in English and German, said she’s honored to be on such a prestigious list, “I feel the key to my success has been taking a proactive approach and working closely with partners to achieve THEIR goals to find the right solutions for their customers.”
Bob Skelley, CEO of The Channel Company added, “CRN’s 2019 Women of the Channel list honors influential leaders who are accelerating channel growth through mutually-beneficial partnerships, incredible leadership, strategic vision, and unique contributions in their field. This accomplished group of leaders is driving channel success and we are proud to honor their achievements.”
The 2019 Women of the Channel list will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/WOTC.
About The Channel Company
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequalled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. www.thechannelcompany.com
About ABBYY
ABBYY helps organizations optimize processes, accelerate decisions, and drive better outcomes with Process AI and Document AI. More than 10,000 enterprises, including many Fortune 500 companies, rely on ABBYY’s 35 years of innovation to turn business data into actionable insights that improve the way we work and live. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, and offices in 13 countries, ABBYY leads the way for smarter agentic automation. For more information, visit www.abbyy.com/company and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
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