
CBTS is delighted to announce that Global Telecom Solutions (GTS) has earned the National Channel Partner of the Year award for the second year in a row. GTS notably maintained their outstanding performance—marked by excellence in CBTS services adoption, partnership, key sales indicators, and exemplary business results—throughout 2024 to achieve this distinguished recognition.
“Winning this award two years in a row is an extraordinary feat,” said CBTS Channel Chief Rob Messmer as he congratulated GTS. “All year, GTS proved time and again how committed they are to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Like us, they are dedicated to helping clients achieve their business goals with the best solutions. We couldn’t ask for a better partner, and we’re excited about pursuing our continued success together.”

Established in 2001 and headquartered in Michigan, GTS has experienced remarkable growth, evolving from a modest team of two employees and two service providers to serving over 6,000 customers globally, and over 650 partners.
“We are overjoyed to receive this prestigious award for the second year in a row,” said Mark Stackpoole, CEO at GTS. “This repeat recognition reflects the strength of our collaboration with CBTS. I have to thank National Channel Manager Chris Lemaich for the support and encouragement that have been instrumental in our success. And as we focus on addressing our clients’ needs with innovative solutions, we look forward to another year of growth and achievement in partnership with CBTS.”
CBTS has recognized excellence in strategic services since 2017, celebrating Channel Partners that excel in selling services across—but not limited to—AI, Cloud, Digital Workplace , Infrastructure, Consulting, and Security solution offerings. The winner of the National Channel Partner of the Year award excels in not only achieving outstanding performance metrics and business results but also embodying the values central to the CBTS Channel Partner program: innovation, customer-centric solutions, and commitment to mutual growth.
“We are consistently impressed by the GTS Team with their consultative approach and deep technical skills,” said Chris Lemaich, Strategic Channel Manager at CBTS. “Their ability to deliver complex solutions, from SASE to cloud migrations, truly sets them apart. Their tremendous support and focus on achieving business outcomes for their clients make them a standout partner.”
CBTS extends heartfelt congratulations to GTS and looks forward to continued collaboration and success with them in the years to come.