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Celebrating Women Leaders in Technology

On May 4, 2026, Keyfactor, a trailblazer in establishing digital trust within modern enterprises, revealed that five of its prominent figures have been honored by CRN® as part of the esteemed Women of the Channel list for 2026. This recognition not only showcases their leadership but also underscores Keyfactor's commitment to advancing diversity and innovation within the tech sphere.

The distinguished honorees from Keyfactor include:

• - Louise McEvoy, Senior Vice President of Global Channel Sales
• - Christina Northcott, Vice President of Demand Generation
• - Leah Ramirez, Vice President of Business Development, GSI
• - Kimber Garrett, Vice President of Channel, Americas
• - Natalie Pinner, Senior Field Channel Marketing Manager

Keyfactor’s Channel Strategy

Keyfactor's approach towards its partner ecosystem has been robust, focusing on a channel-first strategy designed to aid organizations in navigating the swiftly changing landscape of digital trust. As digital threats evolve, with quantum computing timelines accelerating and certificate lifespans diminishing, Keyfactor’s partner program offers essential tools, training, and support. This program empowers resellers, global system integrators (GSIs), and technology partners to secure machine identities effectively and at scale.

The overarching theme of this partnership rests on fostering joint initiatives in go-to-market strategies, enhancing technical capabilities, and ensuring service alignment. These strategies are crafted to help partners deliver exceptional value in various areas including:

• - PKI modernization
• - Certificate lifecycle automation
• - Readiness for post-quantum cryptography

As Louise McEvoy stated, “With Q-Day approaching and AI continuously introducing new security challenges, robust partnerships have never been more crucial.” She emphasized that at Keyfactor, the channel program is built on the foundations of deep collaboration, technical excellence, and a sustained focus on partner success.

Recognizing Leadership and Innovation

The recognition from CRN is a reflection of not just hard work but also the innovative strategies employed by these leaders. Jennifer Follett, the Vice President of U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, expressed her pride in recognizing the remarkable achievements of these women. Their exceptional leadership and commitment to innovative approaches are driving significant changes within the IT channel, fueling growth, and ensuring greater success both for their organizations and the broader market.

Keyfactor's recent accolades don't stop at the Women of the Channel recognition. The company has also been listed in CRN's 2026 Security 100 list, showcasing an ongoing momentum and influence within the industry. Furthermore, McEvoy's addition to CRN's 2026 Channel Chiefs list further solidifies her role as a leading figure in the tech sector.

The 2026 Women of the Channel list will be accessible online starting May 4 at crn.com/wotc. This honor not only highlights the individual accomplishments of these women but also the importance of gender diversity in technology leadership positions.

About Keyfactor

Keyfactor’s mission revolves around bringing digital trust to our interconnected world. By empowering organizations to build and sustain secure connections across various devices and workloads, Keyfactor simplifies public key infrastructure (PKI) and automates the management of certificate lifecycles. For businesses today, facing challenges like increased certificate volumes and new compliance requirements, Keyfactor offers the tools necessary for a successful transition to agile post-quantum cryptography.

For more information about how Keyfactor aids enterprises in managing their digital trust challenges, visit keyfactor.com.

About The Channel Company

The Channel Company (TCC) is recognized as a global leader in channel growth for the top technology brands. They accelerate success across various channels for tech vendors, solution providers, and end users through premier media brands, integrated marketing, event services, and strategic consulting. More details can be found at thechannelco.com.