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2021 VISIONARY SPOTLIGHT AWARDS | CHANNEL V ISION Best Emerging Technology Breakthroughs AfterShokz Released in November 2020, OpenComm is the first bone conduction stereo Bluetooth headset from AfterShokz and is designed specifically for efficient communication in the workplace, whether the user’s office is a jobsite, a driving cabin, or a desk at home. Broadvoice Broadvoice introduced Broadvoice Bubble, a new text messaging and marketing platform that enables businesses to connect with their customers instantly with SMS/MMS messages delivered automatically to their smartphones. Jabra Jabra PanaCast 50 was engineered to be the first new-normal-ready intelligent video bar. PanaCast 50 effectively takes on the role of director of your meetings, intelligently adjusting the video stream to follow the action in the room. MACH Networks AReS from MACH is designed to lower operational costs and streamline execution by providing analog-to-digital conversion for virtually any type of specialty line. Using cellular LTE data networks for backhaul, the fully managed solution enables connected devices to replace legacy analog POTS lines. Nextivity The latest in-building cellular coverage innovation from Nextivity, the Cel-Fi QUATRA 4000 Fiber HUB adds fiber connectivity to the award- winning Cel-Fi QUATRA 4000, a multi-carrier, hybrid active distributed antenna system (DAS) that provides uniform in-building cellular coverage to large commercial buildings. ULTATEL ULTATEL recently upgraded its entire product lineup with free and unlimited video conferencing to enhance collaboration and increase organizational productivity. ULTATEL’s new video conferencing solution transforms workforce environments as companies acclimate to a hybrid in-office/virtual model. Versa Networks With Versa SASE (secure access service edge), end users for the first time can leverage a remote access service directly on their end devices that delivers all the benefits of secure SD-WAN. This comprises an assured experience with network and application monitoring, all backed by an NSS-recommended integrated security suite. Channel Programs of the Year AireSpring AireSpring expanded its roster of veteran channel managers and regional coverage. The entire sales team has one role: a focus on helping channel partners close complex, multi-location deals. The company offers competitive pricing on one of the broadest lines in the channel with lucrative evergreen commissions, SPIFFs on renewals and a tiered commission structure. Cox Business In 2021, the Cox Business Partner Program realigned to become its own sales channel within Cox Business with John Muscarella as the channel chief over both the selling and referral programs. This alignment brings better synergy and future improvements to the program for the agents. With a support team of more than 40 team members, Cox offers excellent responsiveness and seamless sales support and service delivery. EPOS The EPOS AMPLIFY Partner Program is a platform that enables EPOS to strengthen its partnerships, while supporting partner growth and efforts to stand out in the marketplace. Through the EPOS AMPLIFY Partner Program, partners have a clear path on how to accelerate their business.