Erika Owens Is a Finalist for CRN’s 2025 Women of the Year Awards!

📍 Atlanta, GA – September 24, 2025 – Balata Data is proud to share that CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company has named Erika Owens, Co-Founder and Senior Vice President of Maintenance, a finalist in the Channel Innovator of the Year category of the 2025 CRN® Women of the Year Awards.

This honor recognizes Erika’s commitment to channel innovation and excellence through her leadership of Balata Data’s Maintenance and Professional Services, her role in shaping strategic partnerships, and her track record of delivering exceptional results for clients worldwide. Erika is both a strategic architect and an operational force—driving Balata’s growth while building trusted, lasting relationships across the channel.

This is the third annual CRN Women of the Year Awards, which spotlight extraordinary women, companies, and allies who demonstrate dedication to advancing the IT industry through their leadership and initiatives each day. The winners of the Women of the Year Awards will be announced at the Awards Gala on December 9, 2025 in New York City.

At Balata Data, we partner with enterprises worldwide to optimize IT lifecycle strategies—helping organizations maximize value, reduce costs, and advance sustainability. Our team is passionate about driving innovation in IT services while championing diversity, leadership, and excellence across the channel.

“It’s an honor to celebrate the finalists of the CRN Women of the Year Awards, whose exceptional achievements and unwavering dedication are driving meaningful change throughout the IT Channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, The Channel Company. “These remarkable finalists inspire the channel ecosystem with their bold vision, leadership, and commitment to building a more inclusive and innovative tech landscape. We commend their contributions and eagerly anticipate the lasting impact they will make in shaping the future of our industry.”

“Erika is often the most forward-thinking person in the room, while also being the voice of reason. She understands every layer of how our business operates and speaks with authority on everything from sales and partnerships to service delivery and operations. That rare combination of vision and execution makes her indispensable. Balata Data owes much of its direction and success to Erika’s leadership, discipline, and relentless commitment to our partners and clients.” – JJ Jeanguenat, Co-Founder & CEO at Balata Data.

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The Women of the Year Awards Finalists can beviewed online at www.crn.com/women-of-the-year.

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About Balata Data‍

Balata Data is a global leader in third-party maintenance, IT asset disposition (ITAD), and professional services. We empower enterprises to extend the life of their IT investments, unlock new value streams, and advance sustainability initiatives through flexible, cost-effective solutions. With deep technical expertise and a partner-first approach, Balata Data helps organizations optimize IT strategies, reduce costs, and achieve greater business agility.

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About The Channel Company

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