N-able Channel Leaders Included in CRN’s 2026 Channel Chiefs List

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cyber resilience technical

Cyber resilience is the ability of an organization or system to prepare for, respond to, and recover from cyber threats or attacks, while continuing to operate effectively. It’s like a fire-resistant building that not only withstands a fire but also quickly repairs itself and keeps people safe. For investors, strong cyber resilience reduces the risk of costly disruptions and helps protect the value and stability of digital assets.

it channel technical

An IT channel is the network of third-party businesses—such as resellers, system integrators and service providers—that sell, install or manage hardware, software and cloud services for technology vendors. Investors care because the strength and structure of this sales network affect how quickly a product reaches customers, how much profit a company keeps, and how predictable future revenue will be, similar to how a strong franchise or distribution network helps consumer brands scale and stay resilient.

channel chiefs technical

Channel chiefs are senior executives who run a company’s network of indirect sellers—resellers, distributors, agents and other partners that sell the product for the company. They matter to investors because these leaders shape how widely and efficiently a company reaches customers without building its own sales force, affecting revenue growth, margins and risk exposure much like a coach who coordinates and motivates a team to win games on behalf of an organization.

02/03/2026 - 06:00 AM

David Weeks has been named to its exclusive 2026 list of the 50 Most Influential Channel Chiefs

BURLINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- N-able, Inc. (NYSE: NABL), a global software company delivering an end-to-end cyber resilience platform, revealed today that CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company, named three members of its global channel leadership team to the 2026 Channel Chiefs list.

The annual CRN Channel Chiefs list spotlights the most influential leaders across the IT channel, celebrating those who champion collaboration, drive innovation and empower their partners and customers to achieve shared success.

The N-able 2026 Channel Chiefs include:

Frank Colletti, Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer
David Weeks, Vice President, Partner Experience
Sandra O’Connell, Senior Director of International Partner Success

“It’s an honor to recognize these remarkable N‑ablites whose dedication continues to elevate customer success,” said John Pagliuca, CEO, N‑able. “Their achievements reflect our commitment to strengthening business resilience across the IT community. Congratulations to Frank, Sandra, and David. We are energized by what we will accomplish together in 2026.”

“Leaders recognized as CRN Channel Chiefs this year have demonstrated unwavering commitment to their partners and the broader IT channel. Their vision, passion, and drive for innovation continue to shape the future of our industry. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the positive impact they make every day,” said Jennifer Follett, Vice President, U.S. Content, Executive Editor, CRN.

CRN’s 2026 Channel Chiefs list will be featured on CRN.com beginning February 2, at www.CRN.com/ChannelChiefs.

About N-able

At N‑able, our mission is to protect businesses against evolving cyberthreats with an end-to-end cyber resilience platform to manage, secure, and recover. Our scalable technology infrastructure includes AI-powered capabilities, market-leading third-party integrations, and the flexibility to employ technologies of choice—to transform workflows and deliver critical security outcomes. Our partner-first approach combines our products with experts, training, and peer-led events that empower our customers to be secure, resilient, and successful. n-able.com

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