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HOME ▸ COLUMNS ▸ RUNNING YOUR BUSINESS ▸ 2025 ▸ 15 PIONEERING WOMEN IN AI, CYBERSECURITY AND CLOUD COMPUTING Running Your Business 15 Pioneering Women In AI, Cybersecurity And Cloud Computing BY CASS COOPER MARCH 14, 2025, 3:30 PM EDT CRN celebrates the trailblazing women who have shaped today’s technology landscape. From AI and cloud computing to cybersecurity, their innovations power the channel ecosystem and beyond. History isn’t just the past—it’s the foundation of our present and future. Recognizing their contributions helps us understand where we stand and where we’re headed. SHARE THIS Fresh off the celebration of International Women's Day and moving deeper into Women's History Month, let’s shine a light on the trailblazing women who have shaped the very foundation of today’s technology. From AI and cloud computing to cybersecurity, these innovators and leaders—past and present—have driven breakthroughs that power the channel ecosystem and beyond. Here are 15 women you should know whose contributions continue to shape the future of tech. CASS COOPER Cass R. Cooper, MHR is a columnist for CRN, dedicated to fostering inclusive cultures and eliminating bias within institutional structures. Prior to joining the CRN team, Cooper spent two years leading the Inclusive Leadership Network at CRN’s parent company, The Channel Company. She has extensive experience in data-analytics, change management, inclusion, and business ethics. She can be reached at ccooper@thechannelcompany.com. Inclusive Leadership WOTC 2026: Why Women In The Channel May Be Best Positioned To Lead The AI Era WOTC 2026: Pearls Of Wisdom On Vulnerability, Alignment And Owning Your Brand From Boomers To Gen Z, Women In IT Differ On Stress, Leadership, Success The Most Powerful Women Of The Channel 2026: Power 100 CRN Best Of The Channel Awards 2026: Apply Now! TO TOP