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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CBTS Ranks in Top 50 on CRN's Solution Provider 500 List for 2025
Cincinnati, Ohio--(Newsfile Corp. - May 28, 2025) - CBTS is proud to announce that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has anchored CBTS in the top 50 on its exclusive Solution Provider 500 list. CRN's annual Solution Provider 500 list recognizes North America's largest solution providers by revenue and serves as a prominent benchmark of leading IT services companies. With a combined revenue of $548.9 billion, the companies on the list are key influencers propelling growth in the IT industry and the global technology channel. This year, CBTS ranked #44 on the CRN Solution Provider 500 list for its performance in IT services and innovations in cloud, analytics, AI, and cybersecurity. This follows recognition by CRN for the Women of the Channel Awards and the MSP 500 Elite 150. The company's ability to drive transformation, solving complex IT challenges, has distinguished it among its peers. CBTS' dedication to business agility and sustained growth—even amid rapidly changing industry needs and technological advancements, including the evolution of AI—has demonstrated its strong leadership and focus on driving measurable outcomes and value for its clients. As a key influencer in propelling growth in the IT industry, CBTS continues to shape the global technology channel with its pioneering solutions. "We are so proud to once again be included on the CRN Solution Provider 500 list for 2025. This prestigious recognition is a reflection of our commitment to delivering exceptional results by listening to our clients' unique needs and helping them attain their strategic business objectives," said Kristin Russell, Chief Executive Officer, CBTS. "This recognition is a testament to how our team embodies our company's core values of relentless excellence and innovation and always putting our customers first. We are honored to be recognized among North America's largest and most successful IT services companies." "The Solution Provider 500 list spotlights the technology integrators, managed service providers, value-added resellers, and IT consulting firms who bring in the most revenue by leading the way in business and service innovation," said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN, The Channel Company. "Recognition is reserved for companies demonstrating an unwavering commitment to business agility and sustained growth through rapidly changing industry needs and technology advancements. Congratulations go to each company for earning a well-deserved spot on the Solution Provider 500." The full Solution Provider 500 list is available online at with a sampling of the list featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine. About CBTS CBTS (#44 CRN Solution Provider 500) serves enterprise and midmarket clients in all industries across the United States and Canada. CBTS combines deep technical expertise with a full suite of flexible technology solutions—including Generative AI, Application Modernization, Managed Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, Digital Workplace, and Infrastructure solutions. From developing and deploying modern applications and the secure, scalable platforms on which they run, to managing, monitoring, and optimizing their operations, CBTS delivers comprehensive technology solutions for its clients' transformative business initiatives. For more information, please visit Media Contact Roger HamshawDirector, About The Channel Company: The Channel Company (TCC) is the global leader in channel growth for the world's top technology brands. We accelerate success across strategic channels for tech vendors, solution providers, and end users with premier media brands, integrated marketing and event services, strategic consulting, and exclusive market and audience insights. TCC is a portfolio company of investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, a New York City-based private equity firm. For more information, visit Follow The Channel Company: X and LinkedIn © 2025. CRN is a registered trademark of The Channel Company, Inc. All rights reserved. The Channel Company Contact: Kristin DaSilvaThe Channel Companykdasilva@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Kristin Russell Joins CBTS as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Transformation and Growth
Seasoned industry leader appointed to accelerate growth through innovation, strategic expansion, and operational excellence Cincinnati, Ohio--(Newsfile Corp. - May 13, 2025) - CBTS, a leading provider of IT services and solutions to Fortune 1000 organizations across North America, is pleased to welcome Kristin Russell as its new Chief Executive Officer. Russell is a seasoned visionary leader with over 20 years of experience driving transformative growth at leading organizations in the technology sector. Most recently, she served as the President of Arrow Electronics' Global Enterprise Computing Solutions (ECS) division, a $20 billion business unit with nearly 5,000 employees across 34 countries. Before joining Arrow, Russell held leadership roles spanning Sales, IT, Technical Services, and General Management at Deloitte Consulting, Oracle, and Sun Microsystems. In addition, she served as the Secretary of Technology and Chief Information Officer for the State of Colorado. Russell's leadership has earned her numerous industry accolades, including the GTDC Innovator Award, Women We Admire's '100 Women in Technology', the Colorado Technology Association Lifetime Achievement Award, and CIO of the Year by the Denver Business Journal. CRN and The Channel Company also recognized her as a Top 25 Innovator, Top 100 Channel Leader, and Top Inclusive Channel Leader. 'I am honored to join CBTS at such an exciting time in its transformation journey. The company is well positioned for accelerated growth by expanding into new markets and launching innovative new solutions, such as the recent additions to their AI Accelerator portfolio,' said Russell. 'CBTS has a strong track record of delivering transformative outcomes to its impressive roster of clients. I'm excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to helping lead this exceptional organization into its next phase of growth and expansion.' 'The Board of Directors was looking for a dynamic, visionary leader with the experience and strategic insight to propel CBTS into its next chapter,' said Abid Neemuchwala, Board Chairman. 'Kristin stood out as the ideal choice. In addition to her impressive track record of developing bold, market-driven strategies that deliver scalable growth, she is known for building high-performing, collaborative teams and cultivating cultures of innovation and accountability. We're thrilled to welcome her to CBTS and confident she will inspire and lead our 2,400+ talented technology professionals to new heights.' [ This image cannot be displayed. Please visit the source: ] Kristin Russell, CEO, CBTS. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: CBTS is wholly owned by TowerBrook Capital Partners. TowerBrook is committed to enabling CBTS' growth plans through investments in both innovative technologies as well as strategic M&A opportunities. About CBTS CBTS (#43 CRN Solution Provider 500) serves enterprise and midmarket clients in all industries across the United States and Canada. CBTS combines deep technical expertise with a full suite of flexible technology solutions, including AI-enabled Services, Application Modernization, Managed Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, Digital Workplace, and Infrastructure solutions. From developing and deploying modern applications and the secure, scalable platforms on which they run, to managing, monitoring, and optimizing their operations, CBTS delivers comprehensive technology solutions for its clients' transformative business initiatives. For more information, please visit MEDIA CONTACT: Roger Hamshaw Director, Marketing 416-312-6244 [email protected] To view the source version of this press release, please visit
