CBTS names channel partner of the year 2018

February 04, 2019
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Cincinnati, OH, February 4th, 2018 – CBTS is pleased to announce that it has selected Parallel Technologies, Inc., as its Channel Partner of the Year for 2018.

CBTS awards this designation based on key performance indicators for new business revenue. This is the second consecutive year that CBTS has recognized Parallel Technologies.

“We’re proud to recognize Parallel Technologies as the CBTS Partner of Year. The CBTS Partner Channel has never been stronger, so it is a real credit to Parallel and its team for winning this honor two years in a row,” said Rob Messmer, Channel Chief.

CBTS recognizes partners that excel in selling strategic services, including Unified Communications as a Service, SD-WAN, and Network as a Service. Parallel Technologies is partnering with CBTS and its 700 engineers and 100 project managers to deliver customer-oriented and technology-focused solutions.

“Parallel’s longstanding partnership with CBTS has always been strong, and the relationship has continued to develop over the past two years,” said Rob Schmittauer, Vice President of Sales for Parallel Technologies.  “Being named CBTS Channel Partner of the Year for the second year in a row is a testament to both companies’ commitments to success.  We’re looking forward to another incredible year in 2019.”

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For more information:

CBTS: www.cbts.com

Parallel Technologies, Inc.: www.paralleltech.com

About Parallel Technologies, Inc.

Serving customers since 1983, Parallel Technologies, Inc. is a top provider of business communications solutions, partnering with best-in-class providers to offer comprehensive voice, data, video and wireless solutions to more than 5,000 customers in Ohio and Kentucky, and many more throughout the United States.  Parallel Technologies’ commitment to customer satisfaction has consistently earned the company numerous industry awards, and its focus on employees has allowed Parallel to be named as a “Best Place to Work” multiple years in a row in both Columbus and Cincinnati.  The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, with regional offices in Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio.  For more information, visit www.paralleltech.com

About CBTS

CBTS is a leading technology services company that designs, builds, and operates resilient technology foundations for mid-market and enterprise organizations across North America. Offering expertise in AI, data, applications, platforms, and security, CBTS combines the technical depth of a large integrator with the flexibility and client focus of a specialized partner. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, CBTS and its OnX Canada division serve more than 3,000 clients. CBTS has been named CRN Tech Elite 250 for seven consecutive years and ranks #49 on the CRN Solution Provider 500. Learn more at cbts.com.

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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Media Contact

Ashley Nakano
Global Communications Lead
pr@cbts.com

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