Blue Mantis’ CMO Ruya Barrett Spotlighted on the 2025 Women of the Channel Power 80 Solution Provider List

Portsmouth, N.H., May 12, 2025 — Blue Mantis, a leading provider of digital strategy and services specializing in managed services, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions, proudly announced today that CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized Ruya Barrett, Chief Marketing Officer, as one of the 2025 Women of the Channel Power 80 Solution Provider list. This prestigious honor highlights an elite subset of influential solution provider leaders chosen from the CRN^® 2025 Women of the Channel list. 

This annual CRN list celebrates women from vendors, distributors, solution providers and other channel-focused organizations who make a positive difference in the IT ecosystem. The CRN 2025 Women of the Channel honorees are innovative and strategic leaders committed to supporting the success of their partners and customers. 

The annual Power 80 Solution Provider list honors the most influential women in leadership at some of the country’s most prominent IT integrators, managed service providers, value-added resellers and consultants for their channel advocacy and dedication to helping their customers and technology partners thrive. 

Since joining the company earlier this year, Barrett has played a key role in elevating Blue Mantis’ brand, increasing customer demand, and strengthening the company’s channel presence. Drawing from her extensive experience in both enterprise and startup environments, Barrett has also helped sharpen Blue Mantis’ value proposition for partners and customers alike.  
 

“It’s an honor to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of these women, who are leaders and change-makers in the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content and Executive Editor, CRN at The Channel Company. “Each woman spotlighted on this list has shown exceptional dedication to building creative strategies that propel transformation, growth, and success for their organizations and the entire IT channel. We are pleased to spotlight their important contributions and look forward to their future success.” 

“I am honored to be recognized by CRN, alongside so many other accomplished female leaders in the IT channel,” said Barrett. “This award is a testament to the team at Blue Mantis and its unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence. Together, we strive to empower our partners and customers with innovative solutions that drive business transformation and success. I look forward to supporting Blue Mantis’ continued growth and support of the IT channel.“ 

The 2025 Women of the Channel will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine, with online coverage beginning May 12 at www.CRN.com/WOTC. 

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. 

About Blue Mantis 

Blue Mantis is a security-first, IT solutions and services provider with a 30+ year history of successfully helping clients achieve business modernization by applying next-generation technologies including managed services, cybersecurity and cloud. Headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the company provides digital technology services and strategic guidance to ensure clients quickly adapt and grow through automation and innovation. Blue Mantis partners with more than 1,500 leading mid-market and enterprise organizations in a multitude of vertical industries and is backed by leading private equity firm, Recognize. For more information about Blue Mantis and its services, please visit www.bluemantis.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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