Jasper, IN, April 17th, 2026 — PIER Group, Partners In Education and Research proudly announced today that CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized PIER Group, Amy Williams as one of the 2026 Women of the Channel Power 80 Solution Provider list. This prestigious honor highlights an elite subset of influential solution provider leaders chosen from the CRN^® 2026 Women of the Channel list.

This annual CRN list celebrates women from vendors, distributors, solution providers and other channel-focused organizations who make a positive difference in the IT ecosystem. The CRN 2026 Women of the Channel honorees are innovative and strategic leaders committed to supporting the success of their partners and customers.

The annual Power 80 Solution Provider list honors the most influential women in leadership at some of the country’s most prominent IT integrators, managed service providers, value-added resellers and consultants for their channel advocacy and dedication to helping their customers and technology partners thrive.

Amy is a driving force at PIER Group, leading with a people-first mindset that has shaped both the company’s growth and its culture. She has helped build PIER Group into a trusted partner for organizations across the country, while staying deeply focused on relationships—both within her team and across the IT channel. The way she supports and uplifts those around her is what truly sets her apart and makes PIER Group such a special place to be and to work with.

“It’s a privilege to celebrate the remarkable achievements of these women who are driving meaningful change across the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and Executive Editor, CRN at The Channel Company. “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. We’re proud to recognize their impact and look forward to seeing how they continue to shape the future of our industry.”

“We’re incredibly proud to see Amy recognized on this year’s Power 80 list. Her leadership reflects the heart of what we stand for – creating opportunities, building strong partnerships, and making a lasting impact across the IT channel. Amy isn’t just a leader in her professional work, she shows up that same way in every part of her life, as someone who genuinely supports and inspires those around her.”

The 2026 Women of the Channel will be featured online beginning May 4 at crn.com/wotc.

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Headquartered in Jasper, Indiana, PIER Group is a leading IT and cybersecurity solutions provider with decades of experience specializing in research universities and large academic institutions. They excel in installing, securing and optimizing campus and research networks, demonstrated by their work with top national R1 and R2 universities from coast to coast including Indiana University, University of Notre Dame, University of South Carolina, Texas A&M University, and the University of Maryland. PIER Group’s expertise includes implementing robust security measures, such as Aruba ClearPass, to protect the universities’ sensitive data. For more information, visit piergroup.com.

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