Alkira announced that CRN has recognized Doug Houghton, Director of Channels, as one of its 2025 Top 100 Executives—a list honoring exceptional tech leaders who drive IT channel growth through innovation and strategic channel initiatives.
Doug Houghton has been instrumental in steering Alkira through a period of record-breaking growth as demand for AI-ready networking infrastructure accelerates. Under his leadership, Alkira achieved a 255% year-over-year increase in channel annual contract value and doubled its revenue from fiscal year 2024 to 2025. The company’s 100% partner-led model has resulted in 72% of new logos being sourced through the channel, with over 60% of Alkira’s 130 global partners actively contributing to new opportunities. His strategic focus on global expansion – opening new markets in Canada, China, and Australia – has positioned Alkira as a leader in agile networking solutions for enterprises worldwide.
The CRN 2025 Top 100 Executives list honors the achievements of executives across four categories: the 25 Most Influential Executives, Top 25 Channel Sales Leaders, Top 25 Innovators and Top 25 Channel Disrupters. These visionary leaders leverage their distinct strengths to propel the channel forward and shape the industry’s direction.Â
“Every executive on this list demonstrates exceptional leadership and channel expertise, driving success throughout the partner ecosystem,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN, The Channel Company. “These industry trailblazers leverage their unique talents and steadfast commitment to business growth to unlock new opportunities in IT and empower partner success.”Â
“I am truly honored to be recognized among the top executives in the IT channel by CRN,” said Houghton. “This acknowledgment reflects the passion and commitment of the entire Alkira team, whose dedication to innovation drives our mission to transform enterprise networking. Together, we are empowering organizations and partners with agile, secure, and scalable network solutions that accelerate digital transformation and deliver real business value. We remain committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in networking and supporting our customers every step of the way.”
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