Sandy, Utah – September 18, 2026 – Telarus is proud to announce that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named six Telarus employees as finalists for the 2026 CRN® Women of the Year awards.
These outstanding women reflect Telarus’s commitment to fostering leadership and innovation, and were recognized in the following CRN categories:
| Ciera Broberg | Vice President, Back Office Support | Hidden Gem of the Year |
| Jennifer Dimas | Chief Marketing & Experience Officer | Woman of the Year |
| Meggan Fenton | Senior Director, Supplier Management | Hidden Gem of the Year |
| Tina Franchi | Director of Partner Development East | Sales Executive of the Year |
| Julie Peoples | Chief Customer Officer | Woman of the Year & Channel Innovator of the Year |
This honor recognizes commitment to channel innovation and excellence through leadership, collaboration, and a passion for driving meaningful change across the IT industry.
This is the fourth annual CRN Women of the Year Awards, which spotlight extraordinary women, companies, and allies who demonstrate dedication to advancing the IT industry through their leadership and initiatives each day. The winners of the Women of the Year Awards will be announced at the Awards Gala on December 8, 2026 in New York City.
“The finalists for the CRN Women of the Year Awards represent some of the most accomplished and influential leaders across the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, The Channel Company. “Their accomplishments reflect the talent, determination, and forward-thinking approach that continue to strengthen our industry. We are honored to recognize their achievements and celebrate the meaningful impact they are making throughout the industry.”
The Women of the Year Awards Finalists can be viewed online at www.crn.com/women-of-the-year.
About Telarus
Telarus, a leading global technology services distributor, has devoted over two decades to fueling technology advisor growth through deep market insights, channel expertise, and an unmatched suite of services, solutions, and tools. With a focus on collaboration with advisors and suppliers, Telarus enables the modern advisor to source, purchase, and implement the right technology for the greatest impact. To learn more or become a partner, go to www.telarus.com/become-a-partner.
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