Intelisys Expands National Solutions Engineering Team

Hires Michael Gorman to Meet Demand of Growing Southwest Region
Petaluma, CA (August 10, 2017) – Intelisys, Inc., the nation’s leading Technology Services Distributor, has announced the addition of a seventh Solutions Engineer to its national team. Based out of Southern California, Michael Gorman will support Sales Partners in the company’s Southwest Region. He will report to J.R. Cook, Senior Vice President, West Region.
“The value of a good Solutions Engineer is in enabling Sales Partners to successfully engage in both business conversations at the C-level and technical deep dives with IT leaders, as well as providing a comprehensive understanding of the myriad technology solutions available to meet the unique needs of their customers. Mike checks all these boxes; and, most importantly, he’s built from Intelisys DNA, which makes him the perfect fit for our Solutions Engineering team,” said Cook. “We are excited to bring this additional support and dedicated solutions engineering resources to our Sales Partners in the growing Southwest Region.”
Gorman’s 25-year engineering and sales career history spans across the channel, SMB and enterprise markets. Having most recently served as the Senior Director Technical Presales with Inference Solutions, Gorman has also held multiple senior leadership roles with companies such as Evolve IP and Dell (now NTT Data).
Proficient in data networking, IP telephony and enterprise convergence, Gorman also brings SME level knowledge from his vast experience with Cisco, Avaya, Broadsoft, Nutanix, AWS, Docker, Zerto and many other best of breed technologies to his new role. His wealth of expertise around UCaaS, CCaaS, and cloud computing will provide increased value to Intelisys Sales Partners in the Southwest Region.
“As technology advances, we anticipate enormous growth in cloud technologies like IaaS, contact center analytics, artificial intelligence and advanced speech technology,” said Gorman. Drawing on a deep understanding of advanced technologies, he will assist Sales Partners in his region in identifying additional points of entry for revenue, and expanding their cloud, carrier and hardware sales practices.
“I am excited to help my Sales Partners develop an insight into technology through the life cycle of a project, create dynamic solutions, and deliver top level service and support,” Gorman added. “I look forward to learning more about my Partners’ businesses, helping them make the most of opportunities and supporting them through to the finish line.”
 
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About Intelisys  
Intelisys is the nation’s leading Technology Services Distributor 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 and IT solution providers, as they build vast and vigorously protected streams of recurring revenue for their businesses.
Today Intelisys is leading the way as its Sales Partners make the pivot, and experience the epic shift away, from traditional telco services into a new era of cloud-based solutions. Under contract with more than 100 of the world’s leading telecom carriers, cloud services providers and technology partners, Intelisys delivers the services end-user customers demand through the most exceptional back office support team ever assembled in the channel.
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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.