Lewisburg, TN – September 14, 2026 – Davenport Group, an end-to-end IT services and solutions provider, is proud to share that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Kristy Wilke as a finalist in the Solution Provider category of the 2026 CRN Women of the Year Awards.
This honor recognizes Kristy Wilke’s commitment to channel innovation and excellence through strong technical knowledge, lasting partnerships with customers and partners alike, and exceptional leadership skills that have established a successful sales organization. Kristy has been with Davenport Group for over a decade, starting as an Account Executive covering the Midwest and now leading a growing nationwide team as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. She knows what it takes to show up, earn trust, and build something from the ground up.
This is the fourth annual CRN Women of the Year Awards, which spotlight extraordinary women, companies, and allies who demonstrate dedication to advancing the IT industry through their leadership and initiatives each day. The winners of the Women of the Year Awards will be announced at the Awards Gala on December 8, 2026, in New York City.
During her tenure, Kristy Wilke has been an integral part of Davenport Group’s growth and achievements. For more than twenty years, Davenport Group has partnered with IT leaders to design, deliver, and support tailored technology ecosystems that help organizations across every industry. Davenport Group’s expertise extends beyond infrastructure into comprehensive managed services, advanced cybersecurity strategies, and modern cloud applications. Through these changes and accomplishments, Kristy has mentored many sales professionals, and her leadership has helped customers improve performance, strengthen resilience, and accelerate innovation.
“The finalists for the CRN Women of the Year Awards represent some of the most accomplished and influential leaders across the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, The Channel Company. “Their accomplishments reflect the talent, determination, and forward-thinking approach that continue to strengthen our industry. We are honored to recognize their achievements and celebrate the meaningful impact they are making throughout the industry.”
“I’m beyond proud that Kristy Wilke is a finalist for CRN’s Women of the Year awards,” says Brandon Cole, Davenport Group CEO. “I’ve had the privilege of working with Kristy for many years, and her hard work, dedication, and industry knowledge have built the foundation of Davenport Group. She’s established the right team structure, the right vendor relationships, and the right conversations with customers. I’m honored to work with such an impressive leader.”
The Women of the Year Awards Finalists can be viewed online at www.crn.com/women-of-the-year.
About Davenport Group
Davenport Group designs and implements IT solutions that build the technology foundations our customers need to create business opportunities – now and in the future. With our industry-leading partners Dell Technologies, Microsoft, Broadcom, Everpure, and Rubrik, Davenport Group provides end-to-end solutions for customers nationwide. Visit davenportgroup.com for more information.
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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 thechannelco.com.
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