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Connection Wins Intel Partner of the Year Award for AI PC
May 16, 2025 | BUSINESS WIREEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Connection, a leading information technology solutions provider to business, government, healthcare, and education markets, is pleased to announce that it has received Intel’s 2025 Partner of the Year award for AI PC. Connection earned this distinction for demonstrating exceptional technology innovation and collaboration in developing solutions and marketing strategies.
Tim McGrath, President and CEO of Connection said, “We are thrilled to help our customers realize the incredible productivity, performance, and security benefits of new AI PCs—and to be honored by Intel for our efforts. Connection is laser-focused on capturing market share through the current PC refresh cycle by empowering our customers with embedded AI devices—and the solutions and services needed to unlock their full potential. From data orchestration and AI advisory services through our CNXN Helix Center for Applied AI and Robotics to advanced configuration and deployment services through our Technology Integration and Distribution Center, Connection makes it easy for customers to drive innovation and collaboration with the latest technology. Thank you to Intel for partnering with us to support our customers and for honoring Connection with this prestigious award.”
Greg Ernst, Corporate Vice President of the Sales and Marketing Group and General Manager of Americas Sales at Intel said, “We honor Connection for their exceptional contributions to AI innovation, making a significant impact on industries and global challenges. Their work is vital to delivering world-changing solutions to our customers and the entire ecosystem, and we celebrate their achievements.”
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