Blue Front Technology Group Named Intelisys Platinum Partner

Petaluma, CA -June 11, 2019Intelisys, Inc., a ScanSource company, and the nation’s leading provider of technology services, has announced Blue Front Technology Group as its newest Sales Partner to reach Platinum Sales Partner status.

The award was accepted at the Blue Front Technology Group office in Boston, Massachusetts during a celebration attended by top executives from Intelisys, the Blue Front team, and many more participating remotely from across the United States. May 30 will forevermore be recognized by Intelisys as Blue Front Technology Group Day. To commemorate the significant milestone, Blue Front was presented with a “Trip for Two to Anywhere in the World”, all expenses paid.

“Technology continues to evolve faster than ever before, and in 2002 when I started this company doing strictly telecom, I never thought this day would have come. Being a trusted advisor for the customers’ entire IT environment has been a game changer for our whole community. It is an honor to be a member of the Intelisys Platinum family,” says Daniel Passacantilli, Owner of Blue Front Technology Group.

“Although we joined Intelisys as a necessity, we have come to realize the value this Master Agent brings to us; it has put us on a trajectory to acquire revenue we have never seen. The only mistake I made in choosing Intelisys is not doing it sooner.”

A knowledgeable and committed partner, Blue Front is committed to facilitating the design, deployment and management of every aspect of their clients’ IT solutions. Leveraging decades of extensive experience and long-standing relationships with leading solutions providers, Blue Front consistently delivers the most competitive Managed IT, Unified Communications, Managed Services, and Network Services solutions to its customers by listening to their business challenges and matching technologies to meet specific needs. The company’s known expertise in applying highly-technical solution design to nearly every aspect of business technology and its dedication to acting as a trusted advisor to its clients are integral parts of its extraordinary growth as an Intelisys Sales Partner.

“It has been a pleasure to watch Blue Front Technology Group’s tremendous growth since becoming an Intelisys Sales Partner in 2011. The Blue Front team demonstrates leadership, professionalism, and dedication to customer advocacy in all aspects of their business, serving as the trusted advisor that customers can rely upon as technology continues to evolve,” said Jay Bradley, President of Intelisys, a ScanSource company. “This achievement is an inspiration to the channel community, and we are excited to welcome Blue Front to the Platinum Partner family.”

About Intelisys, a ScanSource company
Intelisys, a ScanSource company, is the nation’s leading Technology Services Provider of business communications services, including voice, data, access, cable, collaboration, wireless and cloud. Intelisys is dedicated to one thing – serving the needs and accelerating the success of the industry’s top producing telecom sales agents, IT Solution Providers, VARs, MSPs and integrators, as they leverage the power of recurring revenue in their businesses. Under contract with more than 140 of the world’s leading telecom carriers, cloud services providers and technology partners, Intelisys delivers the services end users demand exclusively through a network of Sales Partners, supporting those Sales Partners via the most exceptional back office support team ever assembled in the channel.

Intelisys is a part of ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, focusing on point-of-sale (POS), payments, barcode, physical security, unified communications and collaboration, cloud and telecom services. ScanSource’s teams provide value-added solutions and operate from two segments, Worldwide Barcode, Networking & Security, which includes POS Portal, and Worldwide Communications & Services, which includes Canpango and Intelisys.

ScanSource is committed to helping its customers choose, configure and deliver the industry’s best solutions across almost every vertical market in North America, Latin America and Europe. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, ScanSource was named one of the 2018 Best Places to Work in South Carolina and on FORTUNE magazine’s 2019 List of World’s Most Admired Companies. ScanSource ranks #643 on the Fortune 1000.

To learn more, visit www.Intelisys.com and www.scansource.com.

Ken Mills

President

Ken Mills serves as President of Intelisys and is committed to driving growth for Intelisys and our partners. As a distinguished technology executive with over two decades of experience, Ken has previously held leadership roles at EPIC iO, Dell Technologies and Cisco, and served as a fellow with the U.S. Department of State. His strategic mindset has been an integral part of launching innovative products and solutions in the fields of AI, IoT, and 5G. Ken is driven by his curiosity and passion for groundbreaking technology and complex problems, and constantly explores new frontiers in the world of technology.

Monica Lutes

Manager, People & Culture, ScanSource, Inc. and Intelisys

As Manager, People & Culture, Monica has worked closely with Intelisys employees and leaders since 2018 and has worked with ScanSource companies since 2016. A Human Resources professional with 11 years of experience encompassing all areas of HR, especially employee relations, recruiting, compliance, and training, Monica approaches her role as Manager, People & Culture from a consultative perspective. Her goal is to provide advice and guidance to leaders so they can focus on growing the best teams for the business while also supporting employees’ goals.

Ansley Hoke

SVP Marketing, ScanSource, Inc. and Intelisys

Ansley Hoke is the Senior Vice President of Marketing at ScanSource, Inc., a role she has held since 2019, and extended her leadership to include Intelisys in 2023. She joined the company in 2001, serving in merchandising leadership roles for ScanSource POS and Barcode, including acting Vice President of Merchandising and then later VP of Merchandising for ScanSource Catalyst and overall VP of ScanSource Catalyst. She oversaw sales, supplier relations, and services. Known for her pivotal role in creating effective marketing strategies, Ansley has been integral in driving demand, enhancing partner programs, and significantly contributing to the company’s revenue growth and channel relationships.

Mike Baur

CEO of ScanSource, Inc. and Interim President of Intelisys

Mike Baur serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at ScanSource. Mike has served as the Company’s President or CEO since its inception, as a director since December 1995, and as Chairman of the Board since February 2019. Mike has developed a deep institutional knowledge and perspective regarding ScanSource’s strengths, challenges and opportunities. He has more than 30 years of experience in the IT industry, having served in various leadership and senior management roles in the technology and distribution industries before joining ScanSource. Mike brings strong leadership, entrepreneurial, business building and development skills and experience to the Board.

Stephanie Bouras

Regional Vice President, Southeast

Driven by a partner-first philosophy and a passion for innovation, Bouras embodies a leadership style that’s both compassionate and data-driven. As the Regional Vice President, Southeast, at Intelisys, she’s leveraged her extensive marketing and sales experience to propel her team to new heights. A firm believer in aligning herself with her partners, she sees herself as a collaborator and an integral part of their business. This perspective has allowed her to forge deep connections and drive success. A Florida native, Stephanie’s attention to detail and unwavering commitment to her partners have been key factors in her success.

Michael Raspanti

Regional Vice President, Northeast

Michael joined Intelisys in June of 2020, as a long-time channel veteran. He is responsible for leading the Northeast Region, helping continue the tremendous momentum in one of our strongest markets while also recruiting new up and coming partners that will be the growth engine of our future success.

Kristy Thomas

Vice President, Partner Experience and Enablement

Thomas is responsible for Sales Partner enablement and education for all our technology segments, including CX, managed security, mobility, and connectivity. With over 20 years of executive background in telephony, UCaaS, CCaaS and Cloud services, Kristy enables her customers to think broader and deeper as she guides them through their decision journey. Some of the biggest deals in the channel have become a reality thanks to the expertise and humble excellence Kristy brings to her client’s projects.