From the computer science lab to executive roles with Fortune 100 companies, Cheryl Cook, Senior Vice President of Global Partner Marketing of Dell Technologies understands the challenges and opportunities available in the IT industry. In this episode, the esteemed channel leader who recently announced she will retire in May after 40 years in the industry shares her personal experiences and thoughts on a range of topics with host Frank Vitagliano. From the rapid advances in technologies and business models to the ongoing focus on inclusion, the duo explores several factors reshaping the industry and its people.

How can tech companies do a better job hiring, training and mentoring a more inclusive workforce? What effect will AI have on IT sales and refresh efforts in the near future? How can leaders help new recruits find an equilibrium between social and business skills to boost their chances of success in the channel? Hear those answer and more in this episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC.

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