PORTSMOUTH, NH, Nov. 4, 2026 – Blue Mantis today announced that Josh Dinneen, CEO, has been named a winner in the CEO of the Year category of the 2026 Tech Ascension Awards. The recognition honors exceptional technology leaders who demonstrate strategic vision, business excellence, a commitment to innovation, and a lasting impact on their organizations and industries.

Since taking on the CEO role, Dinneen has led Blue Mantis’ transformation from a traditional technology reseller into a security-first, services-led organization. Under his leadership, he has fostered a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, and long-term relationships, while expanding the company’s investment in Blue Mantis University’s technical training and professional development programs.

Beyond business growth, Dinneen has championed the company’s work with InnoVets on CodeX, an initiative providing technology training, mentorship, and career support for veterans and military families.

The Tech Ascension CEO and Leadership Awards celebrate outstanding executives and innovators who are shaping the future of the technology industry. Winners are evaluated on their ability to drive business growth, lead meaningful innovation, demonstrate strategic and operational excellence, foster strong organizational cultures, and create lasting value for their companies, employees, customers, and Industries.

“It’s an honor to receive this recognition, and I’m grateful to the incredible team at Blue Mantis who have made our success possible,” said Josh Dinneen, CEO of Blue Mantis. “Our growth and transformation reflect the dedication, collaboration, and talent of our people, and I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together.”

“Exceptional leadership is measured not just by business success, but by the ability to inspire innovation, empower teams, and create meaningful, lasting impact,” said David Campbell, CEO of the Tech Ascension Awards. “Josh Dinneen of Blue Mantis embodies these qualities, demonstrating the vision, determination, and leadership needed to drive organizations forward and help shape the future of the technology industry.”

For more information about the Tech Ascension Awards, please visit www.techascensionawards.com.

About the Tech Ascension Awards

The Tech Ascension Awards elevate companies and leaders that possess cutting-edge, innovative technology that solve critical challenges in their respective markets. Tech Ascension winners rise above the crowded enterprise technology industries and receive validation from an independent organization.

Applicants are judged based on technology innovation and uniqueness, market research (analyst reports, media coverage, customer case studies), hard performance stats, and competitive differentiators. The awards recognize vendors, products, and executive leaders in cybersecurity, AI, DevOps, big data, FinTech, and more. For information about the Tech Ascension Awards, please visit www.techascensionawards.com.

About Blue Mantis

Blue Mantis is a security-first IT services provider with a 30+ year history of successfully helping clients achieve business modernization by applying next-generation technologies including AI, cloud, collaboration, cybersecurity and managed services. Headquartered in Portsmouth, NH with office locations in greater Boston, Tampa Bay, Toronto and Bangalore, India, 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 2,500 leading mid-market and enterprise organizations in a multitude of vertical industries and is backed by the leading private equity firm, Recognize. For more information, please visit www.bluemantis.com.

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