View some Awards & Recognition that Bluewave has received over the years. We are so grateful to our supplier partners, TSDs, media partners, and clients for these accolades. Thank you!
2025
3rd Overall Strategic Partner
Awarded by AVANT.
Bluewave was named the 3rd Overall Strategic Partner in the 2025 AVANT Summit Awards at this year’s Special Forces Summit in Dallas. Thanks to the AVANT and congratulations to our fellow winners.
Bluewave Debuts at No. 255 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America
Awarded by Inc. 5000.
Bluewave is excited to announce its debut on the Inc. 5000 list, ranking No. 255 among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.This prestigious ranking from Inc. Magazine is based on percentage revenue growth over the past three years and recognizes businesses that are driving innovation, creating jobs, and delivering exceptional value. Bluewave’s debut at No. 255 places it in the top 5% of all companies on this year’s list.
Telarus Partner Summit Awards
Awarded by Telarus.
Bluewave was honored to take part in the Telarus Partner Summit in August 2025, joining an evening dedicated to recognition and celebration. It was energizing to share the room with so many committed professionals from across our industry.
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.
2024
Avant Summit Award
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.