ATLANTA (Feb. 3rd 2025) – Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), proudly announces that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Juha Harkonen, Vice President of Operations and Commercial Partnerships, and Nancy Sperry, Vice President of Partner Sales, to the prestigious 2025 CRN® Channel Chiefs list, which recognizes IT vendor and distribution executives who are driving strategy and setting the channel agenda for their companies.
The Channel Chiefs list, released annually by CRN, showcases influential leaders who consistently demonstrate a commitment to the channel community, showcasing their ability to drive business growth through innovative strategies and partner-first approaches.
Juha Harkonen’s recognition as a 2025 Channel Chief reflects his deep expertise in fostering partnerships and his unwavering commitment to empowering Sage’s partner ecosystem. With more than 26 years of experience in the tech sector, Harkonen plays a pivotal role in shaping Sage’s partner strategy across ISV, VAR, and Accountancy partnerships. His leadership has been instrumental in driving innovation and fostering collaborations that enable Sage’s partners to thrive in the digital economy.
“Being recognized as a CRN Channel Chief is not only a personal honor but also a testament to Sage’s partner-first approach and the outstanding work of our teams around the world,” said Harkonen. “At Sage, we focus on innovation and collaboration to empower our partners to deliver meaningful solutions globally. By providing advanced technology, actionable insights, and dedicated support, we help businesses seize new opportunities, grow their capabilities, and succeed in an ever-changing market.”
With extensive experience in partner sales and channel development, Nancy Sperry demonstrates exceptional leadership and dedication to empowering Sage’s partner ecosystem in the US. She plays a critical role in driving Sage’s growth strategy, building strong partnerships, and creating transformative opportunities for partners. Her strategic vision and unwavering commitment to partner success continue to strengthen Sage’s presence and impact in the US market.
“I’m truly honored to be named as a CRN Channel Chief,” said Sperry. “This achievement is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of the US Partners team, as well as Sage’s strong commitment to supporting our partner ecosystem. With so many opportunities ahead in the US market, we’ve focused on strategies that help our partners grow faster, build deeper connections with their customers, and stand out in a competitive market. Success in this space is all about working together—we’re focused on collaboration with our partners to unlock opportunities and help them build and grow thriving businesses.”
These accolades underscore Sage’s commitment to fostering a vibrant and successful partner ecosystem. By equipping partners with the tools, technology, and support needed to succeed, Sage is enabling its ecosystem to tackle critical business challenges, fostering long-term growth and innovation.
Sage exists to knock down barriers so everyone can thrive, starting with the millions of small- and mid-sized businesses served by us, our partners, and accountants. Customers trust our finance, HR, and payroll software to make work and money flow. By digitizing business processes and relationships with customers, suppliers, employees, banks and governments, our digital network connects SMBs, removing friction and delivering insights. Knocking down barriers also means we use our time, technology, and experience to tackle digital inequality, economic inequality, and the climate crisis.
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Brittany Farquhar
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