“When I think of Nancy, the first thing that comes to mind—aside from her hundred-watt smile—is her impeccable character. I’ve had the privilege of working with Nancy on and off for more than 20 years. We first met while founding what was then Women in the Channel (now the Alliance of Channel Women), and most recently, she’s served as my coach and mentor during a pivotal career transition. Nancy brings deep expertise in technology, partner channels and innovation. But what truly sets her apart is her unwavering commitment—to the industry, to innovation, and especially to women. If there’s recognition to be given, Nancy is the first to offer it. If light needs shining, she’s the one holding the torch. If support is needed, she shows up. And if something needs fixing, she’s already working on the solution. As a coach, Nancy blends strategic insight with emotional intelligence. She identifies opportunities for growth—whether in a business model or in an individual—with clarity, care, and candor. Her feedback is rooted in both data and deep human understanding. She has an exceptional gift for reflection, helping people see clearly and act confidently. If you’re considering working with Nancy as a consultant or coach, I’d be happy to speak with you directly about my experience. But more importantly, I can almost guarantee—you’ll want to work with her.”
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The master plan was to one day have a house, in the right neighborhood, that my kids would want to have their friends hang out at. School is…
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56% of organizations hit by #identityfraud in the past year. One third, more than once. Let that sink in for a minute and think about the biggest…
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Christchurch SaaS operators: Banqer are hosting KiwiSaaS drinks on Thursday 4 June, 4-7pm at their office. 🍁 Great chance to connect with other…
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Certificate of Achievement-Alliance Management (CA-AM)
Association of Strategic Alliance Professionals
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Board Member
Women Veterans Interactive
- Present 5 years 3 months
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In addition to the many internal and external challenges women face, our female veterans have put very lives on the line in service to our country and ideals. Their magnified commitment is matched by their magnified exposure to those challenges. They deserve special distinction and focused support. Just as women in general typically serve everyone else before themselves, our female veterans are left behind with funding, support and recognition of the extra sacrifice they give and burdens they…
In addition to the many internal and external challenges women face, our female veterans have put very lives on the line in service to our country and ideals. Their magnified commitment is matched by their magnified exposure to those challenges. They deserve special distinction and focused support. Just as women in general typically serve everyone else before themselves, our female veterans are left behind with funding, support and recognition of the extra sacrifice they give and burdens they often bear. Too often they are served last or not at all. As a member of the WVIF Board, it is my desire and privilege to work alongside other committed Americans to change that – to ensure our female veterans get the recognition, and tangible support they have earned. It’s the least I can do.
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Aspire2STEAM.org
- Present 5 years 7 months
Education
We are a 501(c)(3) humanitarian nonprofit that provides STEAM scholarships and mentoring to young women and girls faced with barriers to achieving STEAM (Science-, Technology-, Engineering-, Arts-, and Mathematics-focused) training, certification, and college education.
Scholarships. Our scholarship program was created because many women and girls today who come from underprivileged communities have already overcome many obstacles when it comes to receiving an education. For those…We are a 501(c)(3) humanitarian nonprofit that provides STEAM scholarships and mentoring to young women and girls faced with barriers to achieving STEAM (Science-, Technology-, Engineering-, Arts-, and Mathematics-focused) training, certification, and college education.
Scholarships. Our scholarship program was created because many women and girls today who come from underprivileged communities have already overcome many obstacles when it comes to receiving an education. For those seeking an education beyond high school, once a technical school or college accepts them and they enroll, they are faced with another set of barriers. Most of these women are paying their own tuition and supporting themselves (and others) while working full-time at low-paying jobs. Sadly, many of these vulnerable women simply don’t have the financial means to pay for training and education and many are forced to drop out. This is the driving reason why Aspire2STEAM.org provides scholarships to these hard-working women. In addition to providing scholarships, we provide mentoring. -
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ROCKHARBOR Church
- Present 18 years 7 months
Children
The children's ministry at Rock Harbor Church seeks to create environments for the Holy Spirit to be present, to teach and to guide our children. As a volunteer, I get to work with others to help create environments such as Modeling, Service, Knowing (God), Out of the Comfort Zone and more, all in the context of The Big God Story. Visit www.rockharbor.org to learn more.
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A Channel for Change, How the Alliance for Channel Women Took Root
Amazon
See publicationIn this fast-paced and engaging 83-page read, Nancy shares how, and why she started the non-profit group, The Alliance of Channel Women. In addition to chronicaling the early history of the group, it paralells the story of awareness, challenge and progress of women and girls in tech around the world. The powerful stories weave together like the grasses of the logo to spark inspiration and insight. Crafted with clarity and heart, this collection offers readers moments of personal discovery…
In this fast-paced and engaging 83-page read, Nancy shares how, and why she started the non-profit group, The Alliance of Channel Women. In addition to chronicaling the early history of the group, it paralells the story of awareness, challenge and progress of women and girls in tech around the world. The powerful stories weave together like the grasses of the logo to spark inspiration and insight. Crafted with clarity and heart, this collection offers readers moments of personal discovery through the voices of the author and her remarkable collaborators. Whether you're a woman in tech, a professional navigating any industry, or an aspiring entrepreneur, you’ll find reflections of your own journey and a roadmap for what’s possible. These stories don’t just share experiences—they illuminate paths forward, offering practical wisdom and encouraging you to claim your power and agency. If you’re ready to take bold steps, break barriers, and build something meaningful, this book is your perfect starting point
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Partners Are the Customer Experience
Amazon
Partners are integral to the customer experience (CX), acting as an extension of the brand from pre-sale to post-sale, according to research by Nancy Ridge and Norma Watenpaugh. Effective partner enablement, specialized skills, and trust-based relationships significantly improve customer outcomes and overall CX.
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Women in the Channel: Creating a Voice and a Place for Female Tech Leaders
RealTime Communications
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Channel Partners Read: "The Law of Business Attraction"
Virgo Publishing
See publication“The Law of Business Attraction" by Ruby Yeh is a collection of testimonials from entrepreneurs and business leaders proving that success is more than the numbers.
Honors & Awards
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Technology Advisor 101
Channel Futures
101 Executives moving the agent model into the future. Nominated and selected by peers.
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DE&I 101 Channel Executive Honoree 2021 & 2022
Channel Futures
Recognized as a Channel Executive driving change through diversity, equity & inclusion.
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Stevie Award - Executive of the Year
American Business Association - "Stevie" Awards
More than 200 executives worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners. More than 3,300 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories. Nancy Ridge was presented with a Silver Stevie Award in the Executive of the Year in The 13th Annual American Business Awards in Chicago
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Women in the Channel "Unlocking the Door"
2015 Board of Directors - Women in the Channel
The distinguished Board of Women in the Channel and numerous Channel leaders, including Dick Jalkut CEO of TelePacific, John Siefert CEO Informa, Jeffrey Ponts Founder DataTel, and many others honored Nancy Ridge at the Channel Partners Conference and Expo in Las Vegas as the co-founder and President of fast growing group, Women in the Channel.
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2013 Orange County Women in Business Awards Nominee
Orange County Business Journal
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