The 20 has announced that Hannah Allpress, sales account executive, has been named the winner of the Future Leader Award at the 2025 North America Spotlight Awards, hosted by the Global Technology Industry Association (GTIA).

The Future Leader Award recognizes emerging industry professionals who have demonstrated success, leadership and innovation in their fields. Allpress was honored for her outstanding accomplishments and innovations as an emerging leader in the IT channel. As a sales account executive at The 20, Allpress provides white-glove service to MSPs looking to scale their businesses, helping them navigate the complexities of the IT industry.

The winners of GTIA's North America Spotlight Awards were recognized at the North America Spotlight Awards recognition dinner, which took place at this year's GTIA Communities & Councils Forum in Chicago on March 11. This annual event brings together members representing MSPs, distributors, tech vendors and other tech business service firms to discuss the latest developments in managed services, cybersecurity, tech talent and diversity, emerging technologies and more.

"Hannah is smart, driven and brings so much to The 20," said Crystal Conkle, CMO, The 20. "Her leadership skills, industry knowledge and commitment to MSP success are unmatched, and her dedication to our MSP community is second to none. This win is just the beginning for her, and I couldn't be prouder."

"Congratulations to the 2025 North America Spotlight winners, who continue to drive our industry and our community to greater heights by inspiring and supporting those around them in the IT channel," said MJ Shoer, chief community officer, GTIA. "They have demonstrated that active engagement, thought leadership and innovation are powerful forces for driving positive change — both within our member community and across the broader tech ecosystem. We proudly honor their achievements and express our deep gratitude for their work."

A panel of executive council members from GTIA communities in the United Kingdom and Ireland, DACH, ASEAN, Benelux and ANZ regions, evaluated nominees based on their impact and contributions to the technology industry.