Caylent Celebrates Valerie Henderson and Ann Carpenter on CRN's 2026 Women of the Channel List

Val Henderson and Ann Carpenter Recognized by CRN

Caylent, a prominent AI-first Amazon Web Services (AWS) Premier Tier Services Partner, has proudly revealed that two of its exceptional leaders, Valerie Henderson and Ann Carpenter, have been named to the 2026 Women of the Channel Power 80 Solution Provider list by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company. This elite distinction acknowledges influential women from prominent IT solution providers across the nation.

Celebrating Leadership in Technology

The Power 80 Solution Provider list honors women leaders who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their organizations and the overall technology community. Valerie, the CEO of Caylent, has been noted for her relentless pursuit of customer satisfaction and her ability to create high-performing teams that drive measurable business success. Under her leadership, Caylent has experienced remarkable growth, including the successful acquisitions of Trek10 and Pronetx, which have significantly enhanced Caylent's service capabilities.

In her own words, Valerie reflected on this honor, emphasizing, “This recognition reflects the transformational work taking place at Caylent, as well as the undeniable force women are becoming across the channel. Together, we're not just participating in the future of technology; we're building it.” Her leadership style, which focuses on outcomes and innovation, has been pivotal in achieving a five-fold revenue increase during her tenure.

Empowering Women in Tech

Ann Carpenter, serving as Caylent's Chief Marketing Officer, is equally recognized for her strategic outreach and collaborative efforts with AWS. She plays a crucial role in establishing Caylent's position as a leader in cloud migration, modernization, and AI-first services in the technology sector. Ann's marketing strategy is centered around both revenue advancement and partnership optimization, which has been essential to the company's ongoing success.

Ann expressed her gratitude upon receiving this recognition, stating, “It's inspiring to be included alongside so many influential women in the channel. This acknowledgment speaks to the strength of our partner community and the measurable impact we are creating for customers every day. At Caylent, that's not aspirational, it's what we do.” Her commitment to creating a positive impact for clients reflects the collective effort at Caylent to push the boundaries of innovation.

A Commitment to Diversity

Caylent’s recognition at the CRN forum underscores its longstanding commitment to advancing women in the technology space. Remarkably, women hold four out of the seven C-level positions at the company, highlighting their dedication to fostering gender diversity in leadership. Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, emphasized the vital role these women play in driving change within the IT sector. “It’s a privilege to celebrate the remarkable achievements of these women who are driving meaningful change across the IT channel,” said Follett. “Each honoree has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a commitment to bold, innovative strategies that fuel transformation, growth, and success for their organizations and the broader channel.”

Looking to the Future

As Caylent moves forward in its mission to provide efficient, AI-driven solutions for businesses modernizing on AWS, the leadership of Valerie and Ann will continue to shape the company's strategic direction and influence in the tech sphere. Their recognition as part of the 2026 Women of the Channel list stands as a testament to the power and potential of diversity in technology leadership. To learn more about their achievements, and those of the other honorees, visit CRN’s website.

Caylent remains dedicated to empowering its clients and partners, ensuring that the future of technology is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and diversity.