June 11, 2019 - Dubai, UAE – Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named seven APC by Schneider Electric executives to its prestigious 2019 Women of the Channel list. 

The honorees were selected for their outstanding leadership, vision and unique role in driving channel growth and innovation and include: 

• Shannon Sbar, Vice President, Channels, North America, 
• Katie Boeh, Director, Channel Marketing & Communications 
• Leslie Vitrano Hubright, Director, Europe Channel Marketing and Partner Programs 
• Gail Fredrickson, Director, Strategic Execution, Channel Sales 
• Paige Neary, National Account Manager 
• Dawn Rundell, Director, eCommerce Channel Sales 
• Lovisa Tedestedt, Senior National Account Manager 

The leaders on this annual list are from all areas of the IT channel ecosystem and represent technology suppliers, distributors, solution providers and other IT organizations. Each is recognized for her contributions to channel advocacy, channel growth and visionary leadership. 

“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,” said Bob Skelley, CEO of The Channel Company. “This accomplished group of leaders is driving channel success and we are proud to honor their achievements.” 

CRN editors selected the honorees from a multitude of channel leadership applicants, reviewing areas such as professional accomplishments, demonstrated expertise, and ongoing dedication to the IT channel to make their final selections. 

“APC by Schneider Electric is dedicated to helping our channel partners continue to improve their competitive advantage and expand their businesses. Our team works tirelessly to provide the products, services and programs needed to make our partners successful,” said Jay Owen, Senior Vice President, North America IT Division, APC by Schneider Electric. “We are honored CRN has recognized the work of our leadership team and that it included seven of our female executives in the 2019 Women of the Channel list.” 

The 2019 Women of the Channel list will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/WOTC