Avnet’s Cheryl Neal Named to CRN “100 People You Don’t Know But Should” List

List champions unsung heroes in the IT channel

Avnet, Inc. (NYSE: AVT), a leading global technology distributor, today announced that Cheryl Neal, vice president of Avnet’s Data, Networking and Security solutions business in the Americas, has been recognized as one of the “100 People You Don’t Know But Should” in the IT channel for 2015 by The Channel Company’s CRN®.

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Cheryl Neal, VP of Avnet's Data, Networking & Security solutions business, has been recognized as one of the "100 People You Don't Know But Should" in the IT channel for 2015 by The Channel Company's CRN. (Photo: Business Wire)

The CRN editorial team, assessing feedback from solution providers and other industry executives, compiles this list to celebrate under-the-radar channel-management team members from the industry's top vendors and distributors. Those selected have worked tirelessly to create, promote and manage programs and policies that support and drive the IT channel.

Neal was recognized for her role as a steadfast advocate for Avnet’s channel partners, working closely with many of Avnet’s suppliers to negotiate and recommend better-aligned channel programs to support partners’ businesses and maximize their resources. In support of this, Neal and her teams have created integrated programs and leveraged their expert resources to provide Avnet partners with a white-glove and streamlined approach to obtaining their supplier-required technical certifications, which has helped them capitalize on opportunities in high-growth markets such as retail, finance and healthcare. Neal joined Avnet in 2000 and has more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry, with most of it in distribution. Based on her achievements and influence in the technology channel, Neal was recognized by the editors of CRN as one of the top Women of the Channel in 2010, 2011 and 2015.

“Cheryl exemplifies Avnet’s commitment to accelerate success for our partners and suppliers,” said Jeff Bawol, president, Avnet Technology Solutions, Americas. “Her efforts and dedication have contributed to our ability to offer our partners and their customers the latest opportunities in data, networking and security solutions. She is a true team player, and we celebrate her well-deserved recognition.”

“CRN recognizes that many unsung heroes deserve to be spotlighted for their behind-the-scenes efforts,” says Robert Faletra, CEO of The Channel Company. “This list honors those in the IT-channel trenches, toiling each day to achieve success for their companies and partners.”

Showcased in the October issue of CRN, the “100 People You Don’t Know But Should” list can be viewed at www.crn.com/100people.

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From components to cloud and design to disposal, Avnet, Inc. (NYSE: AVT) accelerates the success of customers who build, sell and use technology globally by providing them with a comprehensive portfolio of innovative products, services and solutions. Avnet is a Fortune 500 company with revenues of $27.9 billion for the fiscal year 2015. For more information, visit www.avnet.com.

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