Ramsey, NJ, (July 16, 2025) Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has again recognized Laura Blackmer, President, Dealer Sales, as an Inclusive Channel Leader. This CRN list spotlights vendor, distributor and solution provider executives helping to create greater equity across the IT channel.

As a member of Konica Minolta’s Executive Leadership Team, Blackmer helps set the example for making access and belonging a natural part of business. She recently became involved with Yes, M.I.S.S. Inc. and its Skill BuildHer Luncheon, which creates a networking environment for young women, mostly from diverse backgrounds, eager to meet women who expanded their careers in a meaningful way. Through the program, Northern New Jersey students are introduced to a variety of careers and given opportunities to connect with professional mentors, learn essential career skills and gain inspiration to pursue their goals.

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"At Konica Minolta, engagement and belonging have become a core part of our DNA, evidenced through our great programming, useful resources and particularly through our recruitment efforts and the safe environment we have created that allows for different perspectives and encourages people to bring forth their authentic selves,” said Laura Blackmer, President, Dealer Sales, Konica Minolta. "Through my involvement with Yes, M.I.S.S., Inc., I hope to connect with individuals who may be interested in internship opportunities at Konica Minolta. This could potentially enhance our existing recruiting efforts by opening up additional pathways for engagement. It’s an honor to have my efforts – as well as the company’s – recognized by CRN as part of this important list again.”

Blackmer’s extensive list of awards also includes being named “Best Female Executive” eight times at the Frank Awards, The Cannata Report’s annual awards that highlight excellence in business technology. She was ranked on Tiger Paw Software’s Top 100 Influencers in the managed print industry two years in a row. Blackmer has also been named to CRN’s prestigious Women of the Channel list seven times and is a five-time Channel Chief. Blackmer has been part of CRN’s Inclusive Channel Leaders list since its inception in 2023. She also serves on the Managed Print Services Association (MPSA) Board of Directors.

“The honorees on this year’s Inclusive Channel Leaders list set a powerful example,” said Jennifer Follett, Vice President, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN, The Channel Company. “They advance meaningful change by amplifying a multitude of voices and fostering company cultures where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We’re inspired by their impact and appreciate their efforts to lead the way in advancing inclusion and building a stronger IT channel.”

See the 2025 Inclusive Channel Leaders list on CRN.com.

About Konica Minolta

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.'s (Konica Minolta) journey started more than 150 years ago, with a vision to see and do things differently. The company partners with clients to Give Shape to Ideas by supporting their digital transformation. Its business technology offerings include IT Services, intelligent information management, video security solutions and managed print services, as well as office technology and industrial and commercial print solutions. 2025 marks Konica Minolta’s 20th anniversary in production print, for which it celebrates "20 Years of Excellence, Innovation and Impact,” and continues to lead the way in digital commercial printing. This year also commemorates 20 years of Konica Minolta’s bizhub brand. Over the past two decades, the bizhub series has revolutionized office technology and redefined how businesses operate. It has continuously evolved to meet the needs of modern workplaces, fueled by advances in technology and a commitment to innovation. Konica Minolta is proud to be ranked on the Forbes 2025 America's Best Large Employers list, included on CRN’s MSP 500 list numerous times; recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for eighteen consecutive years and presented with Keypoint Intelligence’s BLI 2025 and 2021 A3 Line of The Year and BLI 2021-2023 Most Color Consistent A3 Brand Awards for its bizhub One i-Series. For more information, please visit Konica Minolta online and follow it on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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