Sixteen Trellix leaders selected for positive and strategic impact in the channel

SAN JOSE, Calif.: Trellix, the company delivering the future of AI-powered cybersecurity, today announced CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized sixteen Trellix leaders on the 2025 Women of the Channel list for their expertise and dedication in advancing channel excellence and supporting the success of Trellix partners and customers.

The annual CRN list celebrates women from vendors, distributors, and solution providers whose strategic vision and execution make a positive difference in the technology industry. The CRN 2025 Women of the Channel honorees are innovative, strategic leaders committed to advancing successful outcomes for their partners and customers.

The complete list of Trellix honorees includes:

• Sylvie Arendt, Software Channel Sales Account Representative
• Ayeesha Basha, Channel Program Manager
• Melissa Burk, National Partner Manager
• Elizabeth Carlin, Channel Partner Executive
• Nicole Chovan, Senior Manager, Channel Sales
• Kristin Eckels, Channel Global Alliance Manager
• Jackie Grifka, Channel Account Manager, Federal
• Sara Harold, Director, Global Partner Marketing
• Kelly Heffernan, Director, Global Channel Enablement
• Kelley Lansing, Associate Field Marketing Manager
• Elizabeth Laurin, Channel Manager GHE
• Sheri Leach, Global Senior Distribution Account Manager
• Gaye Lockwood, Senior Director, Global Business Development and Emerging Markets
• Jennifer Michel, Senior Partner Marketing Manager
• Martha Vazquez, Technology Partnerships Manager
• Carmen Villalobos, OEM Strategic Accounts

“CRN’s recognition highlights Trellix’s breadth of accomplished channel leaders who are driving successful initiatives aligned with our partners’ strategic goals,” said Kurt Mills, Global Channel Chief, Trellix. “Their expertise, strategic thinking, exceptional execution, and commitment to excellence enable us to continue to deliver exceptional results and grow our Xtend Global Channel Partner Program.”

“It’s an honor to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of these women, who are leaders and change-makers in the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content and Executive Editor, CRN at The Channel Company. “Each woman spotlighted on this list has shown exceptional dedication to building creative strategies that propel transformation, growth, and success for their organizations and the entire IT channel. We are pleased to spotlight their important contributions and look forward to their future success.”

The 2025 Women of the Channel will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine, with online coverage beginning May 12 at www.CRN.com/WOTC.

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About Trellix
Trellix is a global company redefining the future of cybersecurity and soulful work. The company’s comprehensive, open and native cybersecurity platform helps organizations confronted by today’s most advanced threats gain confidence in the protection and resilience of their operations. Trellix, along with an extensive partner ecosystem, accelerates technology innovation through artificial intelligence, automation, and analytics to empower over 50,000 business and government customers with responsibly architected security. More at https://trellix.com.

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Fonte: Business Wire