Instructure's Jack Jackson Honored as a 2023 CRN Channel Chief

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Instructure, the company behind the Canvas Learning Management System, announced that Jack Jackson, Vice President of Global Channels, has been recognized as a 2023 CRN Channel Chief. This honor highlights top IT executives who drive successful channel partner strategies. Jackson, honored for two consecutive years, has spearheaded the launch of Instructure's channel partner program in 2021, designed to reach new customers globally and enhance the accessibility of their offerings. CEO Steve Daly praised Jackson's leadership for supporting international expansion and improving educational access. The 2023 Channel Chiefs list will appear in the February issue of CRN Magazine.

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• Jack Jackson recognized as a 2023 CRN Channel Chief for excellence in IT channel management.
• Instructure's channel partner program launched in 2021, expanding global accessibility of products.
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The award recognizes top IT executives responsible for building a robust channel ecosystem

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure, the maker of Canvas, today announced that CRN^®, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized Jack Jackson, Vice President of Global Channels at Instructure, as a 2023 Channel Chief.  The annual list honors outstanding IT channel executives who work tirelessly to advance the channel agenda and deliver successful channel partner programs and strategies.

Jackson has now been recognized as a CRN Channel Chief for two consecutive years. Under his leadership, Instructure launched its channel partner program in 2021 to reach new customers throughout the world. The program offers an innovative approach to respond to customers' needs, makes Canvas LMS and the Instructure Learning Platform even more accessible to schools in international markets and rewards and develops distributors and resellers to enhance Instructure's offerings globally.

With over 20 years of sales and business experience in the tech industry, Jackson has a track record of building world-class channel organizations. He previously managed global channel organizations at Mimosa Networks, Mindjet and TrustArc. Jack received his bachelor's degree from Saint Mary's College of California and completed postgraduate work in leadership and international business at Harvard University.

"Jack's leadership has been crucial for our international expansion, as we continue to extend our offerings to better serve public and private educational institutions worldwide," said Steve Daly, CEO of Instructure. "We're committed to delivering equal access to quality education around the world and helping students elevate their learning experiences. Our channel partner program plays a crucial role in making the Instructure Learning Platform available to students and educators globally."

The 2023 CRN Channel Chiefs were selected by the editorial staff based on their record of business innovation and dedication to the partner community. This year's list represents the top IT executives responsible for building a robust channel ecosystem.

"Once again, this year's list gives well-deserved recognition to the IT Channel Chiefs who are dedicated to driving the channel agenda and advocating for the development of strong channel partnerships," said Blaine Raddon, CEO of The Channel Company. "Under their exceptional leadership, influence and innovation, the IT channel vendor community continues to deliver solutions and services that meet the rapidly evolving needs of their solution provider partners and their customers."

The 2023 CRN Channel Chiefs list will be featured in the February 2023 issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/ChannelChiefs.

About Instructure

Instructure (NYSE: INST) is an education technology company dedicated to elevating student success, amplifying the power of teaching, and inspiring everyone to learn together. Today the Instructure Learning Platform supports tens of millions of educators and learners around the world. Learn more at www.instructure.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains "forward-looking" statements, which are subject to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the potential, timing and examples of any strategic alternatives. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, but are based on management's expectations as of the date of this press release and assumptions that are inherently subject to uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements include the risk factors described in the Company's form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 23, 2022 and other documents filed with the SEC and could cause actual results to vary from expectations. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof and Instructure undertakes no duty to update this information except as required by law.

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Corporate Communications
Instructure
(801) 610-9722
BRIAN.WATKINS@INSTRUCTURE.COM

 

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FAQ

Who is Jack Jackson and what recognition did he receive in 2023?

Jack Jackson is the Vice President of Global Channels at Instructure, recognized as a 2023 CRN Channel Chief for his contributions to IT channel strategies.

What is the significance of the CRN Channel Chief award for Instructure?

The CRN Channel Chief award recognizes top IT executives who excel at driving successful channel partner programs, highlighting Instructure's commitment to innovation in education technology.

How has Instructure's channel partner program impacted its business?

Launched in 2021, the channel partner program has helped Instructure reach new customers and enhance the global availability of its Canvas Learning Management System.

When was the announcement of Jack Jackson's recognition made?

The recognition was announced on February 7, 2023.

Where can I find more information about the 2023 CRN Channel Chiefs?

More information about the 2023 CRN Channel Chiefs can be found in the February issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/ChannelChiefs.