Kris Blackmon

Kris Blackmon is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in the technology sector, currently serving as the Director of Partner Marketing at AvePoint since April 2024. In addition to this role, Kris chairs the Channel Development Advisory Council at CompTIA, providing guidance on the indirect technology market. As the owner of KB Consulting, Kris specializes in assisting tech startups and B2B companies in strategic pivots without conventional marketing jargon. Previous positions include Head of Channel Communities at Zift Solutions, Chief Channel Officer at JS Group, and various roles at Channel Futures, where Kris significantly enhanced community engagement and brand initiatives. Kris has been active in promoting diversity and inclusion through board memberships and committee roles within multiple organizations. Kris holds a B.A. in English and an M.A. in Journalism from esteemed institutions.