AireSpring’s John Young Named to CRN’s 50 Most Influential Channel Chiefs List for Fifth Consecutive Year
CLEARWATER, FL – FEBRUARY 2, 2026 – AireSpring, a leading global provider of managed network, connectivity, security, UCaaS, and IT services, proudly announced today that CRN®—a brand of The Channel Company—has selected John Young, Senior Vice President of Channel Sales for inclusion on the prestigious 2026 CRN® Channel Chiefs list. This annual recognition celebrates IT vendor and distribution executives who are shaping channel strategy and driving innovation and partnership across the industry.
Since joining AireSpring in 2020, Young has been instrumental in executing strategies for growth across the company’s channel ecosystem and fostering key relationships with MSPs, VARs and TSDs while helping expand AireSpring’s presence around the globe. His leadership has been a key component in furthering AireSpring’s success as a channel-centric organization delivering unmatched value, future-ready solutions and personalized support to partners and their customers.
“It is an honor to once again receive this award, which truly highlights AireSpring’s ability to empower partners with the solutions and support they need to win deals and grow their business,” said John Young, SVP of Channel Sales at AireSpring. “Our 100% channel-exclusive approach is the cornerstone of our strategy, and we remain dedicated to helping our partners reach exceptional outcomes for their customers in 2026 and beyond.”
The annual CRN Channel Chiefs list spotlights the most influential leaders across the IT channel, celebrating those who champion collaboration, drive innovation and help partners and their customers achieve shared success. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Young has received the award.
“We are fortunate to have John’s leadership at the forefront of our channel program,” said Daniel Lonstein, President and CRO of AireSpring. “His expertise, strategic vision and commitment to our partners have been central to AireSpring’s growth as well as our focus on the channel, and we are thrilled he has been recognized for his efforts.”
“Leaders recognized as CRN Channel Chiefs this year have demonstrated unwavering commitment to their partners and the broader IT channel. Their vision, passion and drive for innovation continue to shape the future of our industry. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the positive impact they make every day,” said Jennifer Follett, Vice President, U.S. Content, Executive Editor, CRN.
CRN’s 2026 Channel Chiefs list will be featured on CRN.com beginning February 2, 2026, at www.CRN.com/ChannelChiefs.
About AireSpring
Founded in 2001, family owned and operated AireSpring is an award-winning global managed services provider that designs and deploys customized managed IT, connectivity, networking, security, mobility, and unified communications solutions. Trusted by thousands of enterprises and partners worldwide, AireSpring delivers fully managed, end-to-end solutions with a proprietary global backbone and award-winning support. It delivers a superior customer experience by combining AIreCONTROL, its proprietary AI-powered IT Service Management (ITSM) automation platform with world-class personalized support. Services include Managed Connectivity, Managed SD-WAN, SD-Branch and SASE, Cloud and Voice Communications, Global Connectivity, and Mobility solutions. AireSpring offers its solutions through a diversified network of channel partners that includes technology solutions distributors (TSDs), managed service providers (MSPs), and value-added resellers (VARs).
As part of its fully managed solution, AireSpring holds direct contracts with over 265 network providers and cable companies in the US and around the globe, delivering a seamless single-source solution with one bill and one point of contact in 190 countries.
AireSpring has received numerous industry awards for “Excellence in Customer Service,” “Next-Gen Solution Provider,” “Visionary Spotlight Award,” Top Midmarket Vendor Executive,” “UCaaS and SD-WAN Product of the Year,” “Best Telecom Deal,” “Best in Show,” and “Top Channel Program.” For more information, or to become an AireSpring partner, please visit www.airespring.com or contact us at 888-389-2899.
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.
















