Awards & Recognition

The CBTS and Bluewave partnership continues to evolve as both companies expand their market reach. Bluewave’s technology advisory expertise, combined with CBTS’ diverse portfolio of AI, Cloud, Digital Workplace, Infrastructure, and Security solutions, enables businesses to stay ahead of evolving IT demands.

Lorie Burkemper exemplifies the values of a trusted technology advisor. Over nearly three decades, she has dedicated herself to serving clients with integrity and excellence. As the founder of iSymplify in 2009, her mission was to deliver exemplary customer service to clients across industries such as automotive, retail, financial services, manufacturing and health care. Under her leadership, iSymplify expanded to three regional offices and earned accolades, including the Vonage and TierPoint awards, the Telarus Platinum Award (2021) and the Five9 Breakthrough Partner Award (2023).

Ron Piemonte has been a trailblazer in the technology advisory industry for over three decades. As the founder of Nationwide Communications Inc. (NCL) in 1989, Ron pioneered the concept of neutral sourcing for voice services in the call center industry, long before the telecom channel existed. His career exemplifies commitment, perseverance, creativity and ingenuity, making him a cornerstone of the communications and connectivity channel.

As a RingCentral Reach™ Diamond Partner, Bluewave is among a select few RingCentral partners globally to earn this distinction. That means we have the relationships and expertise to smoothly handle your RingCentral migration from start to finish. When it comes to helping you move your communications to the cloud, we are the best of the best and have the experience to design the perfect cloud solution for your needs.

Awarded by Avant.

Bluewave is thrilled to share we were named AVANT’s Summit Award winner, announced at this year’s Special Forces Summit in Phoenix! AVANT’s recognition points to the power of our technologies and the impact of our team, and we couldn’t be more excited to accept this award! Thanks to the AVANT Communications team, and congratulations to our fellow winners announced at Special Forces!

Awarded by Telarus.

Bluewave had the privilege of attending the Telarus Partner Summit in August 2024, where we celebrated an evening of recognition. It was truly inspiring to be in the company of so many dedicated professionals in our industry.

Awarded by Ntirety.

We are pleased to accept the Partner of Excellence award from Ntirety. Candidates for the award are nominated based on their strategic partnership, collaboration, and success. Bluewave was one of the first ever recipients.

Awarded by Channel Marketing Association.

We are thrilled to announce that Salwa Scarpone, our Director of Events and Supplier Marketing, has been honored with the Channel Marketing Association Excellence Icon Award! This recognition is a testament to Salwa’s exceptional leadership, creativity, and dedication to excellence.

Awarded by RingCentral. 

Bluewave is thrilled to be honored with the prestigious Diamond Partner award from RingCentral. Our journey together has been seamless, characterized by transparency and unwavering support. We look forward to nurturing and expanding this invaluable partnership, all while championing the interests of our cherished clients.

Awarded by Genesys.

Bluewave is overjoyed to receive the esteemed Top East Region Partner award from Genesys. As we continue forward, we eagerly look forward to fostering and enriching this partnership, always prioritizing the needs and aspirations of our esteemed clients.

Awarded by Channel Futures.

Bluewave Technology Group proudly announces that Paul Weiss, Lisa Kwiatkowski, Steven Blumberg, and John Anderson, have earned coveted spots on the 2024 Channel Futures Technology Advisor 101.

Awarded by GNTC.

John Anderson, Bluewave Ambassador, joins the esteemed Board of Directors for the Greater Nashville Technology Council. This marks a significant milestone in his career as well as a testament to his remarkable contributions to the technology sector. John joined Bluewave during the acquisition of RCG.

Awarded by Channel Futures.

Marko Spremo, Ambassador of Bluewave Technology Group, has been named a 2023 Channel Influencer Award winner by Channel Futures.

Awarded by CX Effect.

Bluewave is delighted to accept the Premier Partner award from CX Effect. We truly value our partnership.

Awarded by Channel Futures.

Congratulations to Bluewave Technology Group CEO and founder, Seth Penland, for earning a spot on the Channel Futures Technology Advisor 101 list.

Awarded by Five9.

iSymplify, a Bluewave Company, has been named Breakthrough Partner of the Year by Five9, a leading provider of the intelligent cloud contact center.