At Climb Channel Solutions, our success is driven by the exceptional people who bring expertise, innovation, and dedication to our partners, vendors, and internal teams every day. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are proud to recognize four outstanding leaders whose contributions have made a significant impact on our organization.
Please join us in congratulating the following team members on their well-deserved promotions:
Kori Pugh Promoted to Vice President of Vendor Management

We are excited to announce the promotion of Kori Pugh to Vice President of Vendor Management.
Throughout her tenure at Climb, Kori has played an instrumental role in cultivating and strengthening strategic vendor relationships that drive success across our partner ecosystem. Her leadership, industry expertise, and commitment to collaboration have helped expand opportunities for both our vendors and channel partners.
In her new role, Kori will continue to lead Climb’s vendor management strategy, fostering key partnerships and supporting the company’s ongoing growth initiatives.
Mike Taliercio Promoted to Regional Vice President, U.S. West

We are pleased to recognize Mike Taliercio on his promotion to Regional Vice President, U.S. West.
Mike has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to helping partners succeed. His ability to build strong relationships, develop high-performing teams, and drive business growth has made him a valuable asset to Climb and the channel community.
As Regional Vice President, Mike will lead sales strategy and operations across the U.S. West region, further expanding Climb’s reach and impact throughout the market.
Jess Lindof Promoted to Regional Vice President, U.S. East

Congratulations to Jess Lindof on her promotion to Regional Vice President, U.S. East.
Jess has earned a reputation for her customer-first approach, strategic thinking, and dedication to delivering results. Her leadership has helped strengthen partner engagement and accelerate regional growth while fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.
In her expanded role, Jess will oversee sales leadership and business development efforts throughout the U.S. East region, helping partners uncover new opportunities and achieve long-term success.
Michael Byrnes Promoted to Vice President of Inside Sales

We are proud to announce the promotion of Michael Byrnes to Vice President of Inside Sales.
Michael’s leadership has been instrumental in developing and growing Climb’s inside sales organization. His focus on team development, operational excellence, and partner success has helped drive strong performance and meaningful business outcomes.
As Vice President of Inside Sales, Michael will continue leading the evolution of Climb’s inside sales strategy, empowering teams to deliver exceptional value to vendors and partners alike.
Looking Ahead
These promotions reflect Climb’s commitment to recognizing talent, fostering leadership development, and investing in the people who make our organization successful. Kori, Mike, Jess, and Michael have each demonstrated an unwavering dedication to our mission, our partners, and our culture.
We are excited to see their continued impact in these leadership roles and look forward to the growth, innovation, and success they will help drive in the years ahead.
Congratulations, Kori, Mike, Jess, and Michael on this exciting next chapter of your Climb journey!