Awards Update: Mitel Products, Programs, and People Honors Off to Strong Start

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August 02, 2023

The list keeps on growing! Check back later for the full list of Mitel’s 2023 awards.

2023 has been a big year for Mitel, not just because it’s our 50th anniversary. Since the start of the year, we’ve been honored with multiple awards from several prestigious organizations thanks to our industry-leading unified communications and collaboration technology and exceptional leadership.

Mitel is grateful to be recognized by leaders in the communications industry for our achievements. We’re incredibly proud of the talent of our people, the reputation of our products, and the quality of our partners.

Here’s a look at the awards and recognitions Mitel has received so far this year.

Innovative Solutions

Since its founding in 1973, Mitel products have revolutionized telecommunications. This year, several solutions were recognized for their innovation in empowering remote, hybrid, and distributed work around the globe.

Business Phone System of the Year

The new Mitel 6900w IP phone series won the Business Phone System of the Year award, making 2023 the fourth year in a row a Mitel solution has won in the category. The RemoteTech Breakthrough Awards represents a comprehensive evaluation of the top companies, solutions, and products in the remote and hybrid work industry, which this year attracted more than 1,250 nominations from 15 countries.

2023 Unified Communications Product of the Year

The 6900W IP phone series was also selected as a 2023 Unified Communications Product of the Year award winner by TMC and INTERNET TELEPHONY magazine. The products chosen for the award are distinguished by world-class functionality, flexibility, and mobility in the modern workplace.

2023 Contact Center Technology Award

MiContact Center Business, which engages customers and employees with an omnichannel customer experience management platform, won a 2023 Contact Center Technology Award. Distributed by TMC and CUSTOMER magazine, the award winners are recognized for delivering world-class customer experiences through enterprise and outsourced contact centers.

Influential Leaders

Mitel is the company it is today with the dedication and vision of our talented leaders. Our team of passionate telecommunications experts works tirelessly to promote valuable telecommunications solutions with global partners.

CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, is one of the most trusted IT channel news and insights sources. It recognizes the top industry professionals with prestigious annual awards, focusing on strategy, partner development, and channel promotion.

Channel Chief

The 2023 CRN Channel Chief list honors IT channel executives who successfully advance the channel agenda with passion and experience. The Channel Chief distinction was given to not one but two Mitel leaders whose work helps the solution provider community thrive.

Daren Finney, Senior Vice President, International Sales
Frank Skiffington, Senior Vice President, Americas Sales

Women of the Channel

Nine dynamic Mitel leaders were included on the 2023 CRN Women of the Channel list, which pays respect to the women whose expertise guides their partners and customers toward success in the technology industry. These dynamic Women of the Channel bring creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership to their roles:

Sue Anders, General Manager, SLED and Public Sector
Misty Hanvey, Senior Manager, Global Partner Program
Sara Hellon, Group Vice President, Global Commercial Sales Strategy & Operations
Fiona Hills, Director, Americas Global Partner Program
Jessica Maria, Group Director, Americas Partner Marketing
Ilona Masche, Marketing Director, Central Europe
Susanna Meyrick, International Distribution Channel Director
Chelsea Neal Sheffield, Channel Sales Manager
Sara Wilde, Senior Channel Marketing Manager

Stevie Award

With such exceptional leadership and employees, we’re also pleased to announce that after a three-month judging process conducted by more than 240 professionals worldwide, Mitel won the Bronze Stevie Award for Company of the Year – Telecommunications – Large at the 2023 American Business Awards. A Stevie is one of the most coveted prizes in business, and Mitel has been honored with several awards for products, services, and company performance over the years.

Five-Star Partnerships

Mitel’s partners are industry experts who help customers worldwide achieve success by implementing unified communications and collaboration solutions. Our channel partners are a vital part of Mitel’s mission to connect, collaborate, and provide innovative services to users.

For the fifth consecutive year, the Mitel Global Partner Program has been recognized with a prestigious five-star rating in the 2023 CRN Partner Program Guide. The guide spotlights programs dedicated to supporting partner communities and creating positive change throughout the IT channel.

After an auspicious start to 2023, Mitel is honored to have received so many distinctions from leaders in the telecommunications space. We look forward to continuing to provide innovative communications solutions to help our customers and partners succeed, and we recognize the dedication and hard work of our leadership and all our employees that make this achievement possible.

Stay tuned for news about any more awards or designations we may receive this year, as well as exciting updates about our 50th anniversary.

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Awards Update: Mitel Products, Programs, and People Honors Off to Strong Start